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The Analog Discovery Studio Max (ADS Max) is a versatile and comprehensive electronics laboratory solution tailored for academic environments. It integrates 14 essential test instruments, including an oscilloscope, waveform generator, logic analyzer, spectrum analyzer, digital multimeter (DMM), power supplies, and protocol analyzer, into a single, portable device. The LabVIEW WaveForms Toolkit enables further productivity and learning with a tight integration between the data acquisition capabilities of the ADS Max with LabVIEW's extensive analysis tools in an intuitive way.
One of the standout features of the ADS Max is its ability to facilitate seamless circuit prototyping. The device includes integrated power supplies and a breadboardable interface, enabling students to easily design and test circuits. This functionality is particularly beneficial for courses focused on circuit design, signal analysis, and embedded systems, where students can experiment with real-world applications and gain a deeper understanding of engineering principles.
The ADS Max is also designed to support a wide range of learning environments, from traditional classrooms and laboratories to remote learning setups. Its compact and comprehensive nature makes it ideal for students working from home or in limited lab spaces. Additionally, the included Digilent WaveForms software offers prebuilt instrument panels for immediate use, while APIs for LabVIEW, C, and Python allow for custom software development, providing flexibility for both instructors and students.
Furthermore, the ADS Max is part of a broader ecosystem that includes the Canvas Max and other subject-specific materials developed by academic partners. This ecosystem extends the platform's capabilities, offering ready-to-use materials for labs in various engineering topics such as wireless communications, power electronics, and digital circuits. By leveraging this ecosystem, educators can create dynamic and engaging learning experiences that cater to a wide range of educational needs and objectives.
WaveForms:
WaveForms is Digilent's free Test and Measurement software application compatible with all of Digilent's Test and Measurement devices. With support for Linux, Mac, and Windows, users can easily configure and control all of the virtual instruments offered by the Analog Discovery Studio Max.
More information about WaveForms including a getting started guide and examples can be found in the WaveForms Resource Center.
WaveForms SDK:
WaveForms SDK is a set of software libraries and examples that can be used to develop custom applications that can control Digilent Test and Measurement devices. Supported languages include C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, and Python. More information about WaveForms SDK can be found through the WaveForms SDK Resource Center.
LabVIEW WaveForms Toolkit:
NI has created the LabVIEW WaveForms Toolkit — a powerful add-on to the LabVIEW software to provide users with flexibility in the environment used for both data acquisition and subsequent analysis. The package combines the data acquisition capabilities of the Analog Discovery Studio Max with LabVIEW’s extensive analysis functionality in an intuitive way. A guide for using WaveForms with LabVIEW can be found in the LabVIEW For Digilent T&M Devices guide.
Features:
- All-in-One Design: Combines 14 essential test instruments, including an oscilloscope, waveform generator, and logic analyzer. Ideal for both in-classroom and remote learning environments.
- ADS Max Ecosystem: Extends the platform with subject-specific materials and hardware from academic partners.
- Breadboardable Interface: Allows for easy and quick circuit design and testing.
- Software Support: Compatible with Digilent WaveForms, LabVIEW, C, and Python for custom software development.
Specifications:
- Oscilloscope: 14-bit resolution, up to 100 MS/s sampling rate, 50 V peak-to-peak input range, 50 MHz bandwidth.
- Function Generator: 2 channels, 14-bit resolution, up to 100 MS/s, ±10 V output range.
- Programmable Power Supplies: 1 V to 15 V and -1 V to -15 V supplies, max current of ±500 mA.
- Static Power Supplies: Voltages of ±15 V, 5 V, and 3.3 V; max currents of ±500 mA at ±15 V, 2 A at 5 V, 310 mA at 3.3 V.
- Digital Multimeter (DMM): 4.5-digit resolution; DC voltage ranges of 50 mV, 500 mV, 5 V, and 50 V; AC voltage ranges of 50 mV RMS, 500 mV RMS, 5 V RMS, 30 V RMS; AC current range of 2 A RMS.
- Digital I/O: 16 channels for versatile digital signal interfacing, plus 8 in the Canvas Max connector.
