Overview
The ADALM2000 Active Learning Module, produced by Analog Devices Inc., is a versatile and affordable USB-powered software-defined instrument. It builds upon the capabilities of its predecessor, the ADALM1000, and is designed to provide high-performance lab equipment functionality in a compact, portable form. This module is ideal for electrical engineering students, hobbyists, and self-learners, enabling them to explore signals and systems up to the tens of MHz without the cost and bulk associated with traditional lab gear. The ADALM2000 works in conjunction with Analog Devices' ‘Scopy’ graphical application software, which offers an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) for various high-performance instrumentation options.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) | 12-bit, 100 MSPS, ±25 V, 1 MΩ || 30 pF, 25 MHz bandwidth |
| Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) | 12-bit, 150 MSPS, ±5 V, 50 Ω, 30 MHz bandwidth |
| Analog Inputs | Two general-purpose, differential, ±25 V |
| Analog Outputs | Two general-purpose, single-ended, ±5 V |
| Power Supplies | Two variable power supplies: 0 V to +5 V, -5 V to 0 V, 50 mA each |
| Digital I/O | 16 digital input or output pins, 3.3 V, 1.8 V, 100 MSPS, 5 V tolerant |
| Digital Triggers | Two digital triggers, 3.3 V or 1.8 V, 100 MSPS, 5 V tolerant |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 device, OTG (LAN and Wi-Fi supported) |
| Software Compatibility | Mac, Linux, and Windows compatible with ‘Scopy’ software |
Key Features
- Two-channel USB digital oscilloscope
- Two-channel arbitrary function generator
- 16-channel digital logic analyzer (3.3V CMOS and 1.8V or 5V tolerant, 100MS/s)
- 16-channel pattern generator (3.3V CMOS, 100MS/s)
- 16-channel virtual digital I/O
- Single channel voltmeter (AC, DC, ±20V)
- Network analyzer – Bode, Nyquist, Nichols transfer diagrams of a circuit (1Hz to 10MHz)
- Spectrum Analyzer – power spectrum and spectral measurements (noise floor, SFDR, SNR, THD, etc.)
- Digital Bus Analyzers (SPI, I²C, UART, Parallel)
- Two programmable power supplies (0…+5V, 0…-5V)
The ADALM2000 also includes an intuitive graphical user interface through the ‘Scopy’ software, which supports various high-performance instrumentation functions.
Applications
The ADALM2000 is designed for a wide range of educational and practical applications, particularly in the fields of electrical engineering and electronics. It is suitable for:
- University students and self-learners in advanced circuit and electronics classes.
- Instructor-led and self-directed learning environments.
- Exploring signals and systems up to the tens of MHz.
- Building and testing analog circuits in real-time.
- Communications circuits, power management circuits, and other related knowledge areas.
The module is also useful for teachers to create coursework and labs, leveraging the extensive catalog of lessons and activities available for the ADALM2000.
Q & A
- What is the ADALM2000?
The ADALM2000 is an Active Learning Module from Analog Devices that combines the functionality of various traditional lab instruments into a single, portable, USB-powered device.
- What are the key specifications of the ADALM2000's ADC and DAC?
The ADC is 12-bit, 100 MSPS, with a ±25 V range and 25 MHz bandwidth. The DAC is 12-bit, 150 MSPS, with a ±5 V range and 30 MHz bandwidth.
- What software does the ADALM2000 use?
The ADALM2000 uses Analog Devices' ‘Scopy’ graphical application software, which is compatible with Mac, Linux, and Windows.
- What types of instruments can the ADALM2000 emulate?
The ADALM2000 can emulate a variety of instruments including a digital oscilloscope, function generator, logic analyzer, voltmeter, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, and digital bus analyzers.
- What are the power supply capabilities of the ADALM2000?
The ADALM2000 has two variable power supplies that can provide 0 V to +5 V and -5 V to 0 V, each with a current limit of 50 mA.
- Is the ADALM2000 RoHS compliant?
- What is the purpose of the ‘Scopy’ software?
The ‘Scopy’ software provides an intuitive graphical user interface for the ADALM2000, allowing users to access various high-performance instrumentation functions easily.
- Can the ADALM2000 be used for both instructor-led and self-directed learning?
- What types of digital I/O does the ADALM2000 support?
The ADALM2000 supports 16 digital input or output pins, which are 3.3 V, 1.8 V, and 5 V tolerant.
- Is the ADALM2000 suitable for professional use?
