{"title":"Home page","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"poe-atten-6g-001","title":"POE-ATTEN-6G","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePOE-ATTEN-6G\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single-channel, Ethernet-controlled programmable RF attenuator for receiver testing, signal-level sweeps, and automated laboratory benches. It provides \u003cstrong\u003e95 dB of programmable attenuation in 0.25 dB steps\u003c\/strong\u003e over a \u003cstrong\u003e100 kHz–6 GHz\u003c\/strong\u003e operating range. Use the touchscreen or browser for manual control, then automate the same instrument through its REST API or SCPI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRF specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nf-table-scroll\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"RF specifications\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePOE-ATTEN-6G specifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOperating frequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 kHz–6 GHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRF impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAttenuation setpoint range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–95.25 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSetpoint resolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRF connectors\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRF IN and RF OUT; SMA female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInsertion loss at 0 dB setpoint, 1 MHz–2 GHz\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 dB typical; 6 dB maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInsertion loss at 0 dB setpoint, 2–6 GHz\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 dB typical; 9 dB maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRF input power, 1 MHz–6 GHz\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+23 dBm CW maximum; any setpoint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEEE 802.3af PoE or 5 V USB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNetwork interfaces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRJ45 Ethernet and Ethernet over USB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eControl interfaces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTouchscreen; browser and REST API (HTTP port 80); SCPI over TCP (5025) or HiSLIP (4880)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 0.25 dB step is \u003cstrong\u003esetpoint resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a statement of attenuation accuracy. Accuracy varies with frequency and attenuation setting. The revision 2.0.0 datasheet characterizes RF performance from 1 MHz; the current operating range extends to 100 kHz. For measurements below 1 MHz or near the top of the attenuation range, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003ediscuss your accuracy requirements with Nine Fives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 0 dB setpoint still has insertion loss. Account for that loss, cables, and adapters when setting the signal level at the device under test. The datasheet linked in the Documentation section includes frequency-dependent accuracy limits and typical response plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower and connect a standalone instrument\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse an IEEE 802.3af PoE connection for power and Ethernet control, or use USB-C for power and a direct network connection to a computer. \u003cstrong\u003eA PD8X chassis is not required.\u003c\/strong\u003e A non-PoE Ethernet connection requires a separate power source such as USB-C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEthernet uses DHCP by default. If no server responds after 30 seconds, the default fallback address is \u003ccode\u003e192.168.0.95\u003c\/code\u003e. The USB-C network interface uses \u003ccode\u003e192.168.42.95\u003c\/code\u003e and assigns an address to the connected host. These are factory defaults; use your configured address if it has changed. See the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.ninefives.com\/attenuator\/getting-started\/\"\u003econnection and network setup guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eControl from a browser, Python, or SCPI\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManual browser control needs no Nine Fives desktop application. For automation, use HTTP\/JSON on port 80, a raw SCPI TCP connection on port 5025, or HiSLIP on port 4880 with a compatible VISA client.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a first read-only request, replace \u003ccode\u003eDEVICE_IP\u003c\/code\u003e with the instrument's address:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cpre tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Code example\"\u003e\u003ccode class=\"language-bash\"\u003ecurl --fail --max-time 5 http:\/\/DEVICE_IP\/api\/attenuator\n\u003c\/code\u003e\u003c\/pre\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe response reports the current \u003ccode\u003esetpoint\u003c\/code\u003e in dB. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/python-rf-attenuation-sweep\"\u003ePython attenuation-sweep guide\u003c\/a\u003e shows how to set, read back, and log a sequence without changing the saved startup value. Full command references: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.ninefives.com\/attenuator\/rest-api\/attenuator\/\"\u003eREST\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.ninefives.com\/attenuator\/scpi\/attenuator-commands\/\"\u003eSCPI\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose it for the right test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this module when you need a single programmable attenuation path with local controls and network automation. It does not measure RF power or calibrate the rest of the signal path. If you need operation above 6 GHz, attenuation beyond 95.25 dB, or guaranteed hardware-triggered timing, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003ereview the requirements with us\u003c\/a\u003e before selecting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare alternatives in the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ethernet-programmable-attenuator-comparison\"\u003eprogrammable attenuator selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e, or plan your measurements with the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/characterize-programmable-rf-attenuator\"\u003eattenuator characterization guide\u003c\/a\u003e. For lead time, required accessories, warranty details, or calibration documentation for your order, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact Nine Fives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nine Fives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48338621366515,"sku":"POE-ATTEN-6G","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/2488\/6003\/files\/nf-poe-atten-6g-001-media_01-64af979c754e.png?v=1789180247"},{"product_id":"pd8x","title":"PD8X","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe PD8X is a power-over-ethernet enabled backplane and network switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal control:\u003c\/strong\u003e integrated LCD touchscreen display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic module detection:\u003c\/strong\u003e uses standard network-layer technology like DHCP option 82 and mDNS to recognize where and when Nine Fives compatible slot modules are plugged in or removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack networking:\u003c\/strong\u003e with our NineVue rack configuration software, 1 or more PD8X backplanes can be networked together directly via their touch panels or from the UI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo manual setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e no manual network configuration management is necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Nine Fives","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49104730325235,"sku":"PD8X","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/2488\/6003\/files\/nf-pd8x-media_01-e8e4b64aff5e.png?v=1788476145"}],"url":"https:\/\/ninefives.com\/collections\/frontpage.oembed","provider":"Nine Fives","version":"1.0","type":"link"}