National Instruments VirtualBench VB-8034 Specifications

These specifications are for the National Instruments VirtualBench VB-8034 only. These specifications are valid following 30 minutes of warmup and are typical at 25 °C, unless otherwise noted. For feature differences between the VirtualBench application for Windows and iPad, go to ni.com/info and enter vbfeatures.

Mixed Signal Oscilloscope

Analog Channels

Vertical System

Number of channels

4 single-ended, non-isolated

Bandwidth (-3 dB)[1]

350 MHz

Resolution

8 bits

Accuracy[2]

±2% of input ±1% full scale (Vpk-pk)

Input coupling

DC, AC

Vertical sensitivity (range)

5 mV/div (40 mVpk-pk)

10 mV/div (100 mVpk-pk)

20 mV/div (200 mVpk-pk)

50 mV/div (400 mVpk-pk)

100 mV/div (1 Vpk-pk)

200 mV/div (2 Vpk-pk)

500 mV/div (4 Vpk-pk)

1 V/div (10 Vpk-pk)

2 V/div (20 Vpk-pk)

5 V/div (40 Vpk-pk)

Input impedance (user selectable)

1 MΩ || 15 pF or 50 Ω

Table 1. DC Offset Range
Range Programmable Offset Range
5 mV/div, 10 mV/div, 20 mV/div, 50 mV/div ±5 V

100 mV/div, 200 mV/div, 500 mV/div,

1 V/div, 2 V/div, 5 V/div

±20 V

Acquisition modes

Sample, peak detect, averaging

Horizontal System

Maximum sample rate

1.5 GS/s/channel

Maximum record length

1 MS/channel

Digital Channels/Logic Analyzer

Vertical System

Number of channels

34

Maximum input frequency

100 MHz

Input voltage

0 V to 5 V

Input current

≤50 μA

Note Mixed signal oscilloscope digital channels are designed to withstand accidental overvoltage from signals on the VB-8034 or similar devices. They are not recommended for use with signals likely to exceed 0 V to 5 V in normal operation.

Input threshold

Programmable, 0 V to 2.0 V

Threshold accuracy

350 mV

Input impedance

100 kΩ || 7.5 pF (nominal) pulled to -2.0 V to +6.5 V, varies with the input threshold setting

Additional/internal channels

Digital I/O lines, function generator start, external trigger (TRIG), power line frequency

Horizontal System

Timing mode sample rate[3]

1 GS/s (down to ~15 kS/s)

Maximum external sample clock rate

100 MHz

Record length

Typical

1 MS

Minimum[4]

4 kS

Decimation

External Sample Clock, 1:1, 2:1, and n*4:1 where n is an integer

Maximum sample compression

215 to 1

Triggering

Trigger modes

Normal, Auto, Single, Force

Trigger sources

Oscilloscope analog channels, oscilloscope digital channels, function generator start, digital I/O lines, external trigger (TRIG), power line frequency

Trigger types

Analog

Edge with hysteresis

Digital

Edge, glitch[5], level, pattern

Trigger resolution

Analog/oscilloscope

667 ps

Digital/logic analyzer

1 ns

Trigger export

Available through external trigger (TRIG)

Waveform Measurements

Oscilloscope time[6]

Period, frequency, positive duty cycle, negative duty cycle, positive pulse width, negative pulse width, rise time, fall time, rise rate, fall rate

Oscilloscope voltage[6]

High, low, amplitude, maximum, minimum, peak-to-peak, overshoot, undershoot, RMS, mean, cycle RMS, cycle mean

Logic analyzer time[6]

Period, frequency, positive duty cycle, negative duty cycle, positive pulse width, negative pulse width

Waveform Math

Operations[7]

A + B, A - B, A * B, A/B, FFT

Function Generator (FGEN)

Waveforms

Sine, square, ramp/triangle, DC, arbitrary[8]

Update rate

125 MS/s

Resolution

14 bits

Number of channels

1

Output impedance

50 Ω

Switchable filter[9]

36 MHz lowpass, 7-pole, elliptical

Sine

Maximum frequency

20 MHz

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

1 MHz

-55 dBc

10 MHz

-50 dBc

Spurious Free Dynamic Range (SFDR)

-70 dB at 1 MHz (non-harmonic)

Phase noise (1 MHz)

-125 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset

Square

Maximum frequency

5 MHz

Rise/fall time

<20 ns (10% to 90%)

Overshoot

<5%

Jitter

8 ns cycle-to-cycle

Ramp/triangle maximum frequency

1 MHz

Accuracy (with >10 kΩ load)

Amplitude (1 kHz sine)

±(1% of output value ± 5 mV)

DC

±(1% of output value ± 5 mV)

Output range

50 Ω

±6 V

Hi-Z (>10 kΩ)

±12 V

DC offset

50 Ω

±6 V

Hi-Z (>10 kΩ)

±12 V

Note The combination of signal amplitude and DC offset cannot exceed the output range specifications. The impedances listed are the loads applied by the user to the FGEN output.
Frequency

Accuracy

≤100 ppm

Resolution

1 μHz

Arbitrary waveform

Points

1 MS

Sample rate

125 MS/s

Flatness

±0.3 dB to 20 MHz

Protection

Short-circuit protected

Triggering

Trigger types

Start of buffer[10]

Trigger resolution

8 ns

Trigger export

Available through external trigger (TRIG)

Digital I/O

Number of channels

8

Direction control

Input or output, software-selectable

Logic level

5 V compatible TTL input,

3.3 V LVTTL output

Drive strength

4 mA

Input voltage

0 V to 5 V

Note Digital I/O lines are designed to withstand accidental overvoltage from signals on the VB-8034 or similar devices. They are not recommended for use with signals likely to exceed 0 V to 5 V in normal operation.

DIO channel pull resistors

10 kΩ, pull-down on dig/<0..7>, 1.5 kΩ, configurable pull-up to 3.3 V on dig/<6,7>

External Power

3.3 V output

Voltage

3.3 V ±10%

Current

20 mA

Digital Multimeter

Functions

DC voltage, AC voltage, DC current, AC current, resistance, diode, continuity

Resolution

5½ digits

Sample rate

5 S/s

Caution Do not use this device for connection to signals or for measurements within Measurement Categories III or IV. For more information about Measurement Categories, refer to the Safety Voltages section.
Input protection

Resistance, diode

Up to 300 V DC

DC and AC voltage

Up to 300 V DC or 265 V ACrms, 400 V AC peak

DC and AC current

DMM A current connector fuse

Internal ceramic fuse, 11 A, 1 kV AC, 10.3 × 38 mm, F 11A 1000V (SIBA part number 5019906.11 at www.siba-fuses.com)

DMM mA current connector fuse

Internal ceramic fuse, 1 A, 500 V AC, 5 × 20 mm, T 1A H 400V (Littelfuse part number 0477001.MXP at www.littelfuse.com)

Caution Fuses are located on bottom of device underneath door. Use Phillips #1 screwdriver for removal. Ensure all hazardous voltages are disconnected from the device prior to removal of door.
Fuse When this fuse symbol is marked on a device, take proper precautions.

Maximum common-mode voltage

300 V DC or ACrms

DC

Table 2. DC Voltage Accuracy
Range Input Impedance 1-Year Accuracy[11] ± (% of Reading + % of Range) Temperature Coefficient[11] ± (% of Reading + % of Range)/°C
100 mV* >10 GΩ, 10 MΩ 0.015 + 0.005 0.001 + 0.0005
1 V >10 GΩ, 10 MΩ 0.015 + 0.005 0.001 + 0.0005
10 V >10 GΩ, 10 MΩ 0.015 + 0.005 0.001 + 0.0005
100 V 10 MΩ 0.035 + 0.005 0.005 + 0.0005
300 V 10 MΩ 0.035 + 0.005 0.005 + 0.0005
* Add 15 µV if not immediately following offset null.
Table 3. DC Current Accuracy
Range Burden Voltage 1-Year Accuracy[11] ± (% of Reading + % of Range) Temperature Coefficient[11] ± (% of Reading + % of Range)/°C
10 mA <0.03 V 0.070 + 0.020 0.0035 + 0.0010
100 mA <0.3 V 0.070 + 0.003 0.0020 + 0.0010
1 A <0.03 V 0.130 + 0.025 0.0065 + 0.0010
10 A* <0.3 V 0.130 + 0.004 0.0045 + 0.0010
* 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off. Add 300 ppm/A for currents >2.2 A. After measuring >5 A, wait two minutes to get full accuracy in the 1 A range.
Table 4. DC Resistance Accuracy (2-Wire)*, 1 V Open Circuit Voltage
Range Short-Circuit Current 1-Year Accuracy[11] ± (% of Reading + % of Range) Temperature Coefficient[11] ± (% of Reading + % of Range)/°C
100 Ω 170 μA 0.018 + 0.050 0.0010 + 0.0005
1 kΩ 170 μA 0.018 + 0.005 0.0010 + 0.0005
10 kΩ 70 μA 0.018 + 0.005 0.0010 + 0.0005
100 kΩ 10 μA 0.018 + 0.005 0.0010 + 0.0005
1 MΩ 1.1 μA 0.035 + 0.005 0.0040 + 0.0005
10 MΩ 1.1 μA 0.150 + 0.005 0.0100 + 0.0005
100 MΩ 1.1 μA 1.3 + 0.005 0.1000 + 0.0005
* Perform offset nulling.
Caution The input terminals of the DMM are not protected for electromagnetic interference. As a result, the DMM may experience reduced measurement accuracy or other temporary performance degradation when connected to unshielded test leads in an environment with radiated or conducted radio frequency electromagnetic interference.

DC continuity accuracy range[12]

100 Ω

DC diode test range

2 V

Effective Common-Mode Rejection Ratio (CMRR), 1 kΩ resistance in LO lead

>100 dB

Normal-Mode Rejection Ratio (NMRR), 50/60 Hz ±0.1%

>100 dB

Overrange

105% of range except 300 V

AC

Table 5. AC Voltage Accuracy
Range (rms) Peak Voltage Frequency 1-Year Accuracy[13] ± (% of Reading + % of Range) Temperature Coefficient[13] ± (% of Reading + % of Range)/°C
100 mV, 1 V, 10 V, 100 V, 265 V ±210 mV, ±2.1 V, ±21 V, ±210 V, ±400 V 20 Hz to 45 Hz 0.91 + 0.10 0.01 + 0.005
45 Hz to 65 Hz 0.30 + 0.05 0.01 + 0.005
65 Hz to 1 kHz 0.21 + 0.05 0.01 + 0.005
1 kHz to 5 kHz 0.12 + 0.05 0.01 + 0.005
5 kHz to 20 kHz 0.35 + 0.05 0.01 + 0.005
Table 6. AC Current Accuracy
Range (rms) Peak Current Burden Voltage (rms) Frequency 1-Year Accuracy[13] ± (% of Reading + % of Range) Temperature Coefficient[13] ± (% of Reading + % of Range)/°C
5 mA ±10.5 mA <0.02 V 20 Hz to 1 kHz 0.20 + 0.01 0.01 + 0.005
1 kHz to 5 kHz 0.60 + 0.01
50 mA ±105 mA <0.2 V 20 Hz to 1 kHz 0.20 + 0.01 0.01 + 0.005
1 kHz to 5 kHz 0.50 + 0.01
500 mA ±1.05 A <0.02 V 20 Hz to 1 kHz 0.15 + 0.01 0.01 + 0.005
1 kHz to 5 kHz 0.50 + 0.01
5 A ±10.5 A <0.2 V 20 Hz to 1 kHz 0.25 + 0.03 0.01 + 0.005
1 kHz to 5 kHz 0.60 + 0.03
Caution The input terminals of the DMM are not protected for electromagnetic interference. As a result, the DMM may experience reduced measurement accuracy or other temporary performance degradation when connected to unshielded test leads in an environment with radiated or conducted radio frequency electromagnetic interference.

Input impedance

10 MΩ || 200 pF

CMRR, 1 kΩ resistance in LO lead

>70 dB (DC to 60 Hz)

DC Power Supply

Outputs

0 V to +6 V/0 A to 3 A,

0 V to +25 V/0 A to 1 A (isolated),

0 V to -25 V/0 A to 1 A (isolated)

Note The +25 V and -25 V channels are bank isolated from ground but not from each other.
Table 7. DC Accuracy/Resolution
Output Type +6 V +25 V -25 V
DC output[14] Voltage 0 V to +6 V 0 V to +25 V 0 V to -25 V
Current[15] 3 A 1 A 1 A
Programming accuracy[14],[15] ± (% of reading + offset) Voltage 0.1% + 5 mV 0.1% + 20 mV 0.1% + 20 mV
Current 0.2% + 10 mA 0.15% + 4 mA 0.15% + 4 mA
Readback accuracy[14],[16] ± (% of reading + offset) Voltage 0.1% + 5 mV 0.1% + 20 mV 0.1% + 20 mV
Current 0.2% + 10 mA 0.15% + 4 mA 0.15% + 4 mA
Programming resolution Voltage 1.6 mV 6.6 mV 6.6 mV
Current 0.90 mA 0.30 mA 0.30 mA
Readback resolution Voltage 0.40 mV 1.7 mV 1.7 mV
Current 210 µA 70 µA 70 µA
Load regulation[17] ± (% of reading + offset) Voltage 0.01% + 25 mV 0.03% + 5 mV 0.03% + 5 mV

Overvoltage protection

30 V (all channels)

Reverse voltage protection

Reverse clamp diode, protected by self-resetting fuse

External Trigger (TRIG)

Direction control

Input or output, software-selectable

Logic level

5 V compatible TTL input, 3.3 V LVTTL output

Drive strength

4 mA

Input voltage

0 V to 5 V

Note The external trigger line is designed to withstand accidental overvoltage from signals on the VB-8034 or similar devices. It is not recommended for use with signals likely to exceed 0 V to 5 V in normal operation.

Connectivity

Wired USB Interface

USB specification

USB 2.0 Hi-Speed

Wired Ethernet Interface

Network interface

1000 Base-TX, full-duplex; 100 Base-TX, full-duplex; 100 Base-TX, half-duplex; 10 Base-T, full-duplex; 10 Base-T, half-duplex

Communication rates

10/100/1000 Mbps, auto-negotiated

Maximum cabling distance

100 m/segment

Network IP configuration

IPv4, DHCP Client

Table 8. Network Protocols and Ports Used
Port Protocol Function
Port 80/TCP HTTP Device configuration (web, MAX)
Port 443/TCP HTTP Device configuration (web, MAX)
Port 3580/TCP Service locator Device configuration (web, MAX)
Port 9090/TCP Configuration only VirtualBench instrument protocol
Port 5353/UDP Multicast DNS Device discovery

Wireless Interface

Table 9. Network Protocols and Ports Used
Port Protocol Function
Port 80/TCP HTTP Device configuration (web, MAX)
Port 443/TCP HTTP Device configuration (web, MAX)
Port 3580/TCP Service locator Device configuration (web, MAX)
Port 9090/TCP Configuration only VirtualBench instrument protocol
Port 5353/UDP Multicast DNS Device discovery

Network IP configuration

IPv4, DHCP Client/Server

Radio mode

IEEE 802.11 b,g,n

Wireless modes

AP mode (default), client mode

Frequency band

2.4 GHz ISM

Channel width

20 MHz

Channels

USA 1-11, International 1-13 (12 and 13 client mode only)

TX power

+10 dBm maximum (10 mW)

Security

Open, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise

Enterprise security EAP types

EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS/MS-CHAPv2, PEAPv0/MS-CHAPv2

Antenna

External RP-SMA omnidirectional dipole

Power Requirements

Caution The protection provided by the VirtualBench hardware can be impaired if it is used in a manner not described in the NI VB-8034 Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information document.

Voltage input range

100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

150 W maximum

Power input connector

IEC C13 power connector

Power disconnect

The AC power cable provides main power disconnect. Do not position the equipment so that it is difficult to disconnect the power cable. Depressing the front panel power button does not inhibit the internal power supply.

Calibration

Calibration cycle (digital multimeter, mixed signal oscilloscope, function generator, DC power supply)

1 year

Specified temperature

Tcal ± 5 °C

Warmup time

30 minutes

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions

Enclosure

30.48 cm × 20.32 cm × 9.40 cm (12.0 in. × 8.0 in. × 3.7 in.)

Enclosure with connectors and antenna

30.48 cm × 25.40 cm × 16.00 cm (12.0 in. × 10.0 in. × 6.3 in.)

Note Use the VirtualBench instrument in a horizontal orientation. Allow at least 10.16 cm (4.0 in.) of clearance in front, on the sides, and behind the VirtualBench instrument for airflow clearances, and USB, power, and common connector cabling.

Weight

3.130 kg (6 lb 4.4 oz)

Connectivity

Mixed signal oscilloscope

4, BNC

Logic analyzer

1, 2x20 shrouded IDC header

External trigger

1, BNC

Function generator

1, BNC

Digital I/O

Type

1, pluggable screw terminal, 3.5 mm (14 position)

Screw terminal wiring

0.1 mm2 to 2.0 mm2 (30 AWG to 14 AWG)

Torque

0.25 N · m (2.2 lb · in.)

Digital multimeter

4, 4 mm banana jacks

DC power supply

6, 4 mm binding posts

Security cable slot

1, complies with Kensington security slot dimensions

If you need to clean the device, wipe it with a dry towel.

Safety Voltages

Connect only voltages that are within these limits.

DMM Isolation Voltages

Hazardous Voltage This icon denotes a warning advising you to take precautions to avoid electrical shock.
Channel-to-earth ground

Continuous

300 V, Measurement Category II

Withstand

3,000 VRMS, verified by a 5 s dielectric withstand test

Measurement Category II is for measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the electrical distribution system. This category refers to local-level electrical distribution, such as that provided by a standard wall outlet, for example, 115 V for U.S. or 230 V for Europe.

Caution Do not connect the VirtualBench hardware to signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories III or IV.

DC Power Supply Isolation Voltages

+25 V and -25 V-to-earth ground continuous

60 VDC, Measurement Category I

Note Measurement Categories CAT I and CAT O are equivalent. These test and measurement circuits are not intended for direct connection to the MAINS building installations of Measurement Categories CAT II, CAT III, or CAT IV.

Environmental

Operating temperature

0 °C to 40 °C

Storage temperature

-20 °C to 70 °C

Operating humidity

10% to 90% RH, noncondensing DMM full accuracy at 10% to 80%

Storage humidity

5% to 95% RH, noncondensing

Cooling

Forced air circulation (negative pressurization) through a fan. Fan speed automatically adjusts according to operating conditions. Intake locations are on the sides of device. Exhaust location is on the rear of device. Ensure that the intake and exhaust locations are not obstructed.

Pollution Degree

2

Maximum altitude

2,000 m

Indoor use only.

Shock and Vibration

Operational shock

30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse (Tested in accordance with IEC 60068-2-27. Test profile developed in accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F.)

Random vibration

Operating

5 to 500 Hz, 0.3 grms

Nonoperating

5 to 500 Hz, 2.4 grms (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-64. Nonoperating test profile exceeds the requirements of MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 3.)

Safety

This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following electrical equipment safety standards for measurement, control, and laboratory use:

  • IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
  • UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online Product Certification section.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use; for radio equipment; and for telecommunication terminal equipment:

  • EN 61326-1 (IEC 61326-1): Class A emissions; Basic immunity
  • EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions
  • EN 55022 (CISPR 22): Class A emissions
  • EN 55024 (CISPR 24): Immunity
  • AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions
  • AS/NZS CISPR 22: Class A emissions
  • FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions
  • ICES-001: Class A emissions
Note In the United States (per FCC 47 CFR), Class A equipment is intended for use in commercial, light-industrial, and heavy-industrial locations. In Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand (per CISPR 11) Class A equipment is intended for use only in heavy-industrial locations.
Note Group 1 equipment (per CISPR 11) is any industrial, scientific, or medical equipment that does not intentionally generate radio frequency energy for the treatment of material or inspection/analysis purposes.
Note For EMC declarations and certifications, and additional information, refer to the Online Product Certification section.

CE Compliance 1378

This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as follows:

  • 2014/35/EU; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
  • 2014/30/EU; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
  • 2014/53/EU; Radio Equipment Directive (RED)

Online Product Certification

Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for additional regulatory compliance information. To obtain product certifications and the DoC for this product, visit ni.com/certification, search by model number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification column.

Environmental Management

NI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial to the environment and to NI customers.

For additional environmental information, refer to the Minimize Our Environmental Impact web page at ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in this document.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

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1 Bandwidth using 50 Ω mode or 1 MΩ mode with the accessory oscilloscope probe.

2 Indicates warranted specifications valid at Tcal ±5 °C. Temperature coefficients are calculated using the temperature change from last external calibration.

3 Indicates warranted specifications valid at Tcal ±5 °C. Temperature coefficients are calculated using the temperature change from last external calibration.

4 Under most conditions, the logic analyzer can acquire 1 MS of data. Under some conditions with very high sustained activity on multiple inputs, the logic analyzer may only capture 4 kS of data.

5 Glitch triggers are only available with the NI VirtualBench driver.

6 Waveform measurements are only available in the VirtualBench application.

7 Waveform math is only available in the VirtualBench application.

8 Arbitrary waveforms are only available with the NI VirtualBench driver.

9 Switchable filters are only available with the NI VirtualBench driver. The VirtualBench application automatically enables the lowpass filter in sine mode.

10 The function generator can only produce a trigger.

11 Indicates warranted specifications valid at Tcal ±5 °C. Temperature coefficients are calculated using the temperature change from last external calibration.

12 DC continuity is only available in the VirtualBench application.

13 Indicates warranted specifications valid at Tcal ±5 °C. Temperature coefficients are calculated using the temperature change from last external calibration.

14 Indicates warranted specifications valid at Tcal ±5 °C. Temperature coefficients are calculated using the temperature change from last external calibration.

15 Minimum programmable current limit is 1% of range.

16 Programming and readback accuracy specified at no load.

17 Change in output voltage for any load within range.