FEBRUARY 1996 VOL. 16, NO. 2
BOARD TEST
The Future is Self-Test
Right now you are testing the boards, but the long-range goal is for the boards to test themselves.
Joel M. Goldberg, Technical Editor
SOFTWARE TEST
Interrupts Are the Key to Real-Time Software Tests
To test real-time software, you need to know how your system's interrupts work and what they do.
Roger Crooks, Tektronix
VXIBUS-BASED TEST
Use VMEbus Cards in VXIbus Systems
Integrating VMEbus cards into VXIbus systems is possible, but it takes work. Compatibility issues include mechanical fits, electrical connections, software drivers, and interrupt handling.
Martin Rowe, Technical Editor
PRODUCT SURVEY: RF/MICROWAVE SPECTRUM ANALYZERS
Find the RF Spectrum Analyzer That Meets Your Needs
Define your needs and carefully analyze specifications before selecting an RF microwave spectrum analyzer.
Joel M. Goldberg, Technical Editor
INSPECTION
X-Ray Laminography Evaluates Solder Joints
X-ray laminography gives you clear information about hidden solder joints.
DIGITAL VIDEO
Gain Insight into Digital RF Video
Digital video signals are different from their analog counterparts and require their own measurement techniques.
New Product Alert It's Time to Renew Verilog Becomes a Standard Lab Certifies Products Bound for Canada ITC Solicits Papers Editor's Desk Workshop Offers Informal Test Forum 1995--Longer By a Second Gold Contacts DSP Software for Free Wiring Tester Finds a New Home Standardize Report Formats Letters
Gadgets & Gizmos Software Eases Image Analysis New Generation of Memory Testers Calibrate Time and Frequency in a Single Box Instrumentation Programming for Windows 95 Computer-Controlled Test Systems Test Instruments EMC Test RF/Microwave Test Communications Test Envrionmental Testing ATE Electronic Design Aurtomation Inspection Software New Literature
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