D9040USBC USB4 TX Test Application Software

The Keysight Technologies, Inc. USB4 Transmitter test application provides a fast and easy way to test, debug and characterize your USB4 products. The tests performed by the D9040USBC software are based on the USB4 Compliance Test Specification (CTS). The test application offers a user-friendly setup wizard and a comprehensive report that includes margin analysis. In addition to the automated testing, there is also a Configuration menu that allows customized setups including different cable models and jitter setups.

• Setup wizard for quick setup, configuration and test selection
• Covers 10/10.3125/20/ 20.625 Gbps rates
• Automated test setup and execution for ease of use
• Simultaneous two-lane testing as well as single or dual port
• Cable and test fixture embedding and de- embedding to provide more accurate margin estimates
• Test results report generation
• Pass/fail margin analysis
• Test framework that reports multi trial results with full array of statistics for each measurement with worst case measurement result

Comprehensive Test Coverage

The USB4 test application automatically configures the oscilloscope for each test and provides results which include margin and statistical analysis. The tests coverage includes electrical, timing and eye diagram tests as stated in the USB4 specification and the CTS. The signal is optimized for most accurate test result and measurement repeatability.

One of the unique requirements of USB4 testing is Preset Calibration and CTLE calibration. The USB4 test application automatically determines the optimal Preset and CTLE.

Easy Test Definition

The test application enhances the usability of Keysight Infiniium oscilloscopes for testing USB4 products. The Keysight automated test framework guides you quickly through the steps required to define the setup, perform the tests and view the test results. You can select a category of tests or select an individual test. The user interface is designed to minimize unnecessary reconnections, which will help save test time and minimize potential operator error. You can save the tests and configurations as project files and recall them for quick testing and review previous results.

Configurability and Guided Connection

The USB4 test application provides flexibility in your test setup. Once you have configured the tests, the connection page will display the connection diagram for the test you have selected.

You can also specify the number of test trials and only stop running selected tests when the stop condition is met. The application will save the worst-case test result to help you track down the anomalies in your signals.

Comprehensive Result Analysis

In addition to providing you with measurement results, the test application reports how close your test results are to the specified test limit. You can specify the level at which warnings are to be issued. You are provided a full array of statistics for each measurement.

Thorough Performance Reporting

The USB4 test application generates HTML reports that captures the performance, status and margins of your device under test. It also captures screenshots of critical measurements of your reference and documentation. This report is suitable for printing and sharing with your test vendors, customers and suppliers.