The National Instruments 786982-01 Vector Signal Transceiver, also referred to as the PXIe-5841, is an advanced device that combines the functionalities of a vector signal generator and vector signal analyzer within a compact 2U PXI Express module. With an instantaneous bandwidth of up to 1 GHz, it effectively supports testing across a variety of cellular and wireless standards, including Wi-Fi 6 and 5G NR. The device operates across a frequency range of 9 kHz to 6 GHz on both RF IN and RF OUT ports, enabling precise signal generation and analysis. Its performance is enhanced through a software-defined radio architecture, which promotes flexibility and robust research and development capabilities.

Equipped with an internal local oscillator, the 786982-01 can leverage an optional high-performance module for improved phase noise and error vector magnitude performance. With typical frequency settling times of less than 400 microseconds and phase noise as low as -102 dBc/Hz for frequencies up to 4 GHz, this VST achieves superior frequency accuracy and spectral purity. The tuning resolution of 888 nHz allows for meticulous signal adjustments, while the dynamic range on RF input spans from the average noise level to +30 dBm, with an RF gain resolution of 1 dB.

The module boasts powerful baseband processing capabilities, featuring analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters with sampling rates up to 1.25 GS/s, supported by a Xilinx Virtex-7 X690T FPGA. This configuration provides extensive data processing capabilities with 433,200 look-up tables and 3,600 DSP48 slices. Additional memory resources include 2 GB of DRAM per bank and 2 MB of onboard SRAM, facilitating high data throughput and storage needs. Designed to withstand a wide range of environmental conditions, the 786982-01 operates effectively between 0 °C and 55 °C. Its dimensions of 4.1 cm × 12.9 cm × 21.1 cm ensure compatibility with standard PXI Express slots, making it an integral component for advanced testing applications in wireless communications.