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VTI Receives 2009 Global Product Differentiation Excellence Award

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VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce that it has received the prestigious Frost & Sullivan 2009 Global Data Acquisition Hardware and Software Product Differentiation Excellence Award.

VTI was benchmarked against, and selected from, over 50 leading companies based on criteria for best practices in the data acquisition hardware and software market. Six categories were used to benchmark performance, including product features/functionality, quality/complexity, customization, mix, target market, and unique name/brand recognition.

“We are honored to have been selected from among the industry’s leading data acquisition instrumentation companies to receive this honor,” said Paul Dhillon, VTI’s President and CEO. “This is a great result of our partnering approach with our customers, and above industry commitment to R&D.

“The Product Differentiation Excellence Award is an influential recognition of VTI Instruments Corporation’s accomplishments in the data acquisition hardware and software market,” said Sivakumar Narayanaswamy, Industry Analyst with Frost & Sullivan’s Measurement and Instrumentation Practice. “VTI has been singled out for their ability to deliver excellence and best practices across the industry; this best-in-class recognition signifies outstanding performance across all major functional areas of the business.”

Flagship LXI products, such as the EX1000A Series Integrated Data Acquisition Signal Conditioning Platform, the EX1200 Precision Signal Switch, Measure and I/O Platform and the EX2500 LXI/VXI Controller were identified as leading selection contributors. VTI’s focus on introducing fully LXI Class A compliant instrumentation was identified as a key enabling factor; this approach saves customers time and money while providing unlimited, synchronized, precision distributed measurements.

VTI’s open standard/platform development strategy, of providing solutions that are forward looking as well as backward integrating, was identified as another key selection criterion. These characteristics are essential to the user segments that VTI serves and ensure maximum long-term return on test system investments. Additionally, design features such as integrated signal conditioning and built-in self-calibration deliver exceptional measurement accuracies, while the modular, scalable design methodology ensures maximum flexibility.

About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a founding member of the LXI Consortium. For additional information, please visit http://www.vtiinstruments.com.

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New DAC Express Release Supports EX1200 LXI Switch/Measure and Control Subsystem

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Irvine, CA – May 5, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the latest release of its DAC Express “Set Up and Run” software, which has new features that support its EX1200 series switch/measure and control platform. When combined with any EX1200 mainframe, this competitively-priced turnkey solution can be used to satisfy a wide range of data acquisition requirements.
”The EX1200 series provides a powerful combination of LXI Class A precision synchronization and high-density signal switching, measurement and control modules that service a variety of data acquisition applications,” said Business Development Manager Tom Sarfi. “Our latest DAC Express upgrade delivers an easy-to-use programming-free environment that allows engineers to begin collecting and analyzing data within minutes.”
DAC Express 3.5 enables users to monitor and record temperature, voltage, current, resistance, frequency, and period measurements without any programming required. When used with the Ethernet/LXI-based EX1200, this software offers the ability to select from a flexible set of alarm conditions. For example, designated personnel worldwide can be notified via email when critical test data exceeds its limits


EX1200 relays and analog/digital output can also be controlled by alarm events to drive devices that are outside the system. With DAC Express 3.5, users can construct virtual (calculated) channels with a combination of multiple inputs. They can also create virtual channels that provide the flexibility to generate events only when multiple input conditions have been satisfied.
Modular and flexible, the EX1200 offers the simplicity of Ethernet connectivity and can monitor and record over 450 channels in a single rack U mainframe. The intuitive DAC Express graphical interface allows users to quickly set up EX1200 scan sequences, customize displays, and export acquired data to Excel or MATLAB.
For a preview of DAC Express 3.5 or to download a free 30-day evaluation, visit:
http://www.vtiinstruments.com/DACExpress.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO9001:2000 registered, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact: Tom Sarfi
Business Development Manager
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1921
Email: tsarfi@vtiinstruments.com 
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com
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Contact:
Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

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New VXIbus Modules Enable Customization and Increased Flexibility of ATE Systems

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Irvine, CA – May 18, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the release of three new modules for use on the VXIbus platform. The SMP3620, SMP3625 and SMP7000 increase the flexibility of VTI’s popular SMIP product family by including analog output (0 – 35 V) and custom breadboard design capabilities.
The SMIP series’ ability to mix and match signal switching and analog output in a modular VXI architecture is a unique feature that is unmatched by similar platforms. The new modules offer increased flexibility for test system designers by adding custom development options on a COTS platform and high-density digital-to-analog converters suitable for testing avionics subassemblies.
“VTI’s SMIP series has set the standard for modular, high-density switching in demanding mil/aero applications that range from DC to light,” said Tom Sarfi, Business Development Manager. “Because of the SMIP’s modular architecture, multiple functions can be accommodated in either one- or two-slot carriers. These new modules bring increased functionality to the SMIP product family that can further optimize system footprint and lower overall costs.” 

The SMP3620 is a high-density digital-to-analog converter with 24 channels per plug-in with programmable outputs from 0 – 35 V DC. The SMP3625 provides 16 channels of 70 V peak-to-peak 400 Hz output. The SMP7000 is a breadboard with an interface to the VXIbus that allows engineers to easily add custom circuits to their system designs. For more information, visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/SMIP.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.

VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO9001:2000 registered, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact: Tom Sarfi
Business Development Manager
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1921
Email: tsarfi@vtiinstruments.com 
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com
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Contact:
Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

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New Sound Quality Software Helps Minimize Noise Levels

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Irvine, CA – June 17, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce a new software solution that enhances the acoustic acquisition capabilities of its precision NVH/DSA products. m+p international has released SO Analyzer Revision 3.3, the latest version of its real-time software tool for noise and vibration measurement, analysis and reporting – in the field or in the lab.
The user-friendly SO Analyzer 3.3 features sound quality and sound playback modules. When combined with VTI’s hardware, these modules can assist in the reduction of noise levels from sources including automobiles, household appliances, and commercial airplanes. Sound playback also provides engineers with additional indicators for milestones and changes during testing. The Sound Quality Module displays functions of loudness that can be viewed as 2D, 3D or spectrograms for further analysis.
“For many years, VTI has provided world-class hardware solutions for the sound and vibration test industries that deliver the highest degree of data integrity,” said Chris Gibson, VTI Business Development Manager. “This latest release of SO Analyzer ensures that engineers working in noise reduction have a powerful set of software tools that facilitate data analysis, playback and display.”

SO Analyzer supports the following VXIbus modules from VTI: VT1432B, VT1433, VT1434, VT1435 and VT1436. The software supports all native sample frequencies from 1024 Hz to 102.4 kHz, input modes including AC/DC floating or grounded, and a user-selectable ICP source on each channel. VTI’s EX2500 LAN card or the IEEE-1394 Firewire board can function as the computer interface. SO Analyzer runs on Microsoft Windows NT, 2000, XP and Vista.
Additional features include standard deviation, skewness and kurtosis, which have been added to the value table functions. A new Project Catalog Utility is now available in the File menu to help organize and manage large data quantities. A new “Group by Function” option provides even greater flexibility in how saved data is organized at the end of the measurement run.

About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact: Tom Sarfi
Business Development Manager
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1921
Email: tsarfi@vtiinstruments.com 
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com
Media
Contact:
Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

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New LXI Switch Modules Maximize Test Flexibility

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Irvine, CA – August 21, 2009 – VTI Instruments is pleased to announce the release of three new high-density switch modules, the EX1200-3164, -4128 and -6216. They further enhance the signal switching capabilities of VTI’s EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and Control family of products.

“The addition of these modules further expands the flexibility and versatility that engineers demand to meet ever-changing test system requirements,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “The scalable EX1200 provides cost-effective core platform capabilities without sacrificing performance or signal integrity.”

The EX1200 is the highest density switching platform available and the only LXI Class A subsystem on the market. Test engineers can use the EX1200 modules for applications ranging from half rack 1U to full rack 3U while maintaining signal integrity across multiple modules. The EX1200 includes a full-featured 6.5 digit DMM, precision analog and digital I/O modules, and an internal analog expansion bus.


The -3164 provides 16 independent (1 x 4) multiplexers that can be reconfigured under software control to build up to a single 64-channel multiplexer. This configuration offers flexibility when multiplexing various inputs to a common resource. The -4128 is a (4 x 128) crosspoint multiplexer that allows multiple resources to be shared by multiple output channels. The -6216 enables high-density RF switching capable of supporting two 16-channel 1 GHz multiplexers.

The new modules allow users to build very flexible switching subsystems that span DC to light. The simplified software infrastructure of the EX1200 allows path-level switching through an IVI switch interface. The robust soft front panel enables direct monitoring and control without the addition of third-party software.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200.aspx.

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Save Time and Money Developing Custom Microwave Solutions with COTS Tools

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Irvine, CA – September 8, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce a revolutionary solution that addresses the challenges associated with custom microwave design and deployment. The EX7000 Microwave Switching Subsystem provides an open platform COTS core that can be easily configured for a variety of custom applications.

With access to thousands of components and data sheets using VTI’s Broadband Integrated Design Wizard, a custom design can be defined and configured in less than one day. This represents a true paradigm shift away from design methodologies used in the past. The finished subsystem is supplied with complete documentation to simplify long-term support and ensure product reusability.

“Quicker time-to-test is one of our key objectives when considering new product development activities,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “The EX7000 has been so successful because of its simplified subsystem design and reduced software integration activities – all in an open platform COTS solution.”

All EX7000 subsystems leverage LXI, the Ethernet-based instrumentation interface standard, to ensure the highest level of connectivity and performance. An application-specific graphical user interface (GUI) is automatically generated from the design documents and ready for out-of-the-box operation with any web browser worldwide. Additionally, path-level instrument drivers based on the IVI-COM and IVI-C classes eliminate the need for custom software driver development and testing.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX7000.aspx.
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New EX1200 Mainframe Expands Platform Scalability

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Irvine, CA – September 28, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the release of the EX1268 mainframe, the latest addition to the EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and Control product family. This platform now offers unmatched scalability and expansion capabilities by incorporating common switch, measure, and control modules, as well as common programming interfaces.

“Extending the product line with this new mainframe provides test system designers with incredible flexibility,” commented Tom Sarfi, VP of Business Development. “Software and module reusability allows development efforts to be leveraged when additional capabilities and expansion are needed, saving time and money.”

The EX1268 offers a full-featured 6.5 digit DMM and can accept up to 16 signal switching and I/O modules – all in a compact 3U footprint. EX1200 modules can be used for design and validation where channel counts are typically small or during production where larger channel counts are needed for testing multiple units at the same time.

The EX1268 is LXI Class A-certified to ensure seamless interoperability with existing instruments. Its built-in web interface provides out-of-the-box operation without any additional software or programming. The powerful embedded scanning engine enables test sequencing capabilities to reduce latencies and dramatically improve test efficiency.

To learn more, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200mainframes.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact: Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com 
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com
Media
Contact:
Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

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VTI’s New High-Density Signal Multiplexer

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Irvine, CA – October 14, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce the release of its latest high-density switch module, the EX1200-3096. As part of VTI’s EX1200 Precision Switch, Measure and I/O product series, these modules can multiplex up to 576 channels in a 1U footprint.

“The EX1200-3096 can be used to efficiently measure very high channel counts, especially when used in conjunction with its built-in scan list capabilities,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “Additionally, this module can be seamlessly implemented across the entire EX1200 family, providing incredible density and scalability.”

The EX1200-3096 is designed for scanning multiple points to a common bus in either 2- or 4-wire configurations. Switch and measurement operations can be tightly synchronized as part of the module’s embedded scan list to minimize processor overhead and increase test throughput. The EX1200-3096 supports thermocouple, RTD and thermistor measurements and can be used for testing cable harnesses, semiconductors and PCBs. The specially designed capacitive discharge relays keep high voltages from disturbing sensitive measurement points.

An optional terminal block provides screw termination points for simplified external field wiring and includes a cold junction compensation reference for precise temperature measurements.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact: Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com 
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com
Media
Contact:
Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

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VTI Expands Integrated Data Acquisition Signal Conditioning Product Line

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Irvine, CA – October 26, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation is pleased to announce the release of its latest data acquisition product offering, the EX10SC Modular Signal Conditioning platform. As part of VTI’s EX1000 series, this instrument provides industrial grade isolation and input protection across a broad range of transducers and input types.

“The EX10SC is the perfect complement to the EX1000 series of precision data acquisition instruments,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “Virtually any transducer type can be seamlessly integrated with the EX1000 family to deliver unmatched measurement flexibility and performance.”

 The EX10SC provides the ability to integrate thermocouple, RTD, thermistor, strain gage, pressure, voltage, and frequency inputs into the EX1000A, EX1016A and EX1032A data stream. Features such as 1500 V rms isolation and 240 V AC input protection allow users to safely address the most challenging environments without sacrificing measurement integrity.

Input channels can be configured individually by matching the signal characteristics with the appropriate signal conditioning module. This design enables exceptional measurement flexibility. Additionally, LAN-based LXI Class A connectivity delivers a scalable architecture, which is ideal for distributed measurements, along with over-the-wire synchronization of multiple devices and time stamping. Placing the instrumentation near the test article also reduces setup time and support costs.

For more information, please visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1000A.aspx.

About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.

Contact: Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com 
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com
Media
Contact:
Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

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VTI Introduces Transient Capture and Timestamp Module

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Irvine, CA – November 17, 2009 – VTI Instruments Corporation announced today the release of the EX1200-7416, a transient capture and timestamp module that further extends the capabilities of its popular EX1200 series of configurable LXI Class A instruments. With a rich feature set, it supports a broad range of applications that require level comparison, event detection, and time stamping.

“The EX1200-7416 is ideal for applications like power supply monitoring where it is critical to detect
out-of-tolerance conditions that require immediate intervention,” said Jon Semancik, VTI’s Director of Marketing. “It can be combined with other EX1200 plug-ins to create a versatile, multifunction instrument that can be used in a variety of data acquisition and test applications.”
The EX1200-7416 has 16 input channels and can continuously monitor a variety of high-level analog and discrete signals – up to 100 V. Each channel has an 8-bit DAC that can be independently programmed to set the trip level. The EX1200-7416 can detect transients that cannot normally be captured by a typical DMM or scanning measurement system. As part of the EX1200 LXI Class A instrument series, this module can also record events with IEEE 1588 time codes to provide a precise correlation of event/time data.

Input channels can be internally routed to the optional EX1200 series DMM to measure the analog level of the signals. The reference DACs can also be routed to the internal DMM to facilitate self-verification that can be executed under program control.

For more information on the EX1200, visit: http://www.vtiinstruments.com/EX1200.aspx.


About VTI Instruments Corp.
VTI delivers precision instrumentation for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring. ISO 9001 certified, the company serves the following key markets: aerospace, defense, and energy and power generation. VTI’s technology allows its customers to optimize their capital investment through product longevity while ensuring unmatched measurement integrity and data reliability. With plants in the U.S., Europe and Asia, worldwide product support is provided through a network of VTI-certified engineering representatives. VTI is a sponsor member of the VXI Consortium and a strategic/founding member of the LXI Consortium.


Contact:
Jon Semancik
Director of Marketing
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.949.225.1942
Email: jsemancik@vtiinstruments.com 
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com
Media
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Emily Owens
Marketing Communications Specialist
VTI Instruments Corp.
Tel: 001.216.447.8950 ext.2014
Email: eowens@vtiinstruments.com
URL: www.vtiinstruments.com

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