Software solution aims at infotainment testing applications

1st August 2016

Averna

Mick Elliott

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What is claimed to be the first all-in-one infotainment RF signal source based on the NI Vector Signal Transceiver has been unveiled by Averna at NIWeek in Austin. Featuring Averna’s RF and test expertise, the software-defined AST-1000 can generate all common infotainment RF signals, including AM/FM, DAB, GPS, HD Radio, and Sirius/XM. The all-in-one solution is ideal for validating automotive infotainment systems.

Due to the AST-1000’s software-defined architecture, the instrument will soon accommodate new signals, including connectivity protocols like Bluetooth and WiFi, and non-RF signals like CAN for bus monitoring.

The FPGA framework easily accommodates new signals, saving on instrument costs and seamless integration with Averna URT Instruments has been ensured to protect customer investment .

The soluton offers an easy-to-use interface for quick signal generation and easy test setups and a flexible PXIe architecture allows integration of other applications/cards.

“We’ve been working closely with the team at NI to develop an RF signal source based on the NI Vector Signal Transceiver, so it’s fitting to launch our AST-1000 during NIWeek 2016,” said Alex Pelland, Product Marketing Manager at Averna. “The AST-1000 is an innovative software-defined instrument, ideally suited for infotainment testing applications. It currently supports all common broadcast radio and will soon be able to accommodate new signals, such as navigation (GNSS), audio/video, and connectivity.”

“The Averna AST-1000 is a great example of bringing innovative test solutions to market through our Alliance Partner Network by combining Averna’s extensive industry knowledge with NI’s flexible PXI-based platform.” said Michael Schneider, Principal Product Manager at National Instruments “The AST-1000 is sure to appeal to automotive infotainment developers who want a software-defined instrument that will continue to evolve to cover their ongoing test requirements.”