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Teledyne LeCroy Introduces Revolutionary USB4 v2.0 and Thunderbolt 5 Exerciser

Teledyne LeCroy, a frontrunner in USB protocol testing, has announced its latest innovation: the USB4 Version 2.0 and Thunderbolt™ 5 PAM3 Exerciser. This new tool represents a significant leap forward in testing capabilities for developers involved in the creation of next-generation electronic devices and systems.

The USB4 v2.0 specification introduces groundbreaking PAM3 (Pulse Amplitude Modulation 3-level) signaling, enhancing the efficiency of data transfer at high speeds. With support for impressive link rates of 80 Gbps for symmetric bandwidth and 120 Gbps for asymmetric bandwidth, the complexity of designing chipsets and products has increased substantially. This advancement poses new challenges in terms of validation and interoperability, and Teledyne LeCroy aims to address these by providing tools designed specifically for this purpose.

Comprehensive Testing Capabilities

The Voyager M480x Exerciser software option is critical for executing end-to-end testing on systems utilizing USB4 and Thunderbolt 5 technologies. By allowing developers to generate script-based traffic that mimics real-world usage, the Exerciser grants them extensive control over link training, device enumeration, error injection, and recovery processes. Developers can validate their designs effectively by customizing link parameters and automating validation workflows with the tool’s powerful capabilities.

Alongside these functionalities, the Voyager M480x can seamlessly integrate with the USB Implementers Forum’s Command Verifier application, which tests logical, protocol, and tunneling layer compliance for USB4 v2.0. This collaboration is essential in generating the necessary PAM3 traffic required for compliance workflows, thus enhancing the reliability of new products introduced to the market.

Backward Compatibility and Automation

One of the standout features of the Voyager M480x is its backward compatibility with predefined command libraries and test scripts designed for the previous generation, Gen 3. A simple configuration change enables these scripts to run on Gen 4 without requiring extensive modifications, allowing developers to transition smoothly to the latest standards.

Furthermore, the automation framework built into the Voyager M480x provides a sophisticated environment allowing developers to script every aspect of the exerciser’s operation alongside post-processing analysis. This capability promotes consistent and efficient testing workflows, significantly reducing the time spent on validation.

Trust in the Voyager Protocol Analyzer

As part of Teledyne LeCroy’s family of Voyager Protocol Analyzers and Exercisers, the latest offering stands out as the most advanced solution for USB protocol analysis and compliance testing available today. With capabilities extending to USB4 Version 1.0, USB4 Version 2.0, and legacy USB 3.2, the Voyager platform provides unparalleled visibility into USB traffic, functioning at speeds up to 80 Gbps. Engineered to meet the challenges developers face in debugging, validating, and certifying USB devices, the Voyager has established itself as an essential tool across various applications, from consumer electronics to networking and storage.

Availability

The USB4 v2.0 / Thunderbolt™ 5 Gen 4 exerciser software for the Voyager M480x is currently shipping. Users can activate Gen 4 capabilities by installing the USB Protocol Suite version 10.40 or later. For those seeking more information, contacting a regional sales engineer is encouraged for personalized support.

About Teledyne LeCroy

Founded in 1964, Teledyne LeCroy has remained at the forefront of electronic testing, providing advanced oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, and various test instruments aimed at ensuring performance, compliance, and rapid troubleshooting of complex electronic systems. Headquartered in Chestnut Ridge, NY, Teledyne LeCroy continues to enhance “Time-to-Insight,” expediting the defect identification processes across a myriad of applications and market sectors. For more information, visit Teledyne LeCroy's website.