Chroma A223810 features a built-in high-speed graphics engine that supports HBR3 transmission rates using up to 4 lanes in compliance with the DisplayPort 1.4 specification. Users can set different lane rates to 1.62, 2.7, 5.4 or 8.1Gbps according to different resolutions. This makes for a 50% increase in total bandwidth compared to HBR2 supported in the DP 1.2a specification, resulting in a much more efficient transmission.

The A223810 supports the USB-C Power Delivery (PD) 3.2 protocol, offering a maximum power output of 140W (28V/5A). Users can set output voltage in the 3V - 28V range in steps as small as 1mV, allowing fine-grained control of voltage and current. (Requires Chroma Power Module A223808) *Users with existing A223810 units supporting up to 100W (20V/5A) may contact Chroma for a 140W (28V/5A) upgrade package.

Compliant with the fast-charging specification defined in USB PD 3.2 by the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the Chroma A223810 is also equipped with Adjustable Voltage Supply (AVS) functionality in the Extended Power Range (EPR). AVS allows for adjustable voltage output from 3V to 28V in steps of 100mV, with a maximum output current of 5A. (Requires Chroma Power Module A223808)

The Power Delivery (PD) protocol enables automatic reading of the role of the DUT, and the automatic/manual Power and Data Role Swap function allows users to conveniently confirm the role status, suitable for a variety of USB-C power products.

When testing in a Power Sink role, the A223810 can retrieve Power Data Objects (PDOs) from the DUT when the latter is acting as the Power Source. It supports up to nine PDO profiles with a maximum of 140W. In automatic mode, the system selects the most suitable PDO based on the configured parameters. In manual mode, users can switch between PDO settings as needed to conduct targeted tests.

When operating as a Source, the A223810 supports four modes: Fixed, Battery, Variable, and PPS/AVS. In Fixed mode, users can set the maximum current and peak current percentage. In AVS and Battery modes, they can configure maximum power output and upper and lower voltage limits. In PPS and Variable modes, current limits and voltage ranges can be defined. These settings provide full control over power delivery parameters, enabling accurate validation of the DUT’s PDO functionality.

The Data Role Swap function can swap and display the Data Role as UFP (Upstream Facing Port) or DFP (Downstream Facing Port) mode in real time.

The A223810 USB-C supports the USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 specification, 10Gbps / 5Gbps / 480Mbps transfer speeds, as well as reading of USB version data and USB read/write file transfer rate data.

Fast Role Swap (FRS) effectively ensures that devices requiring power are always powered and are not affected by other devices in the vicinity. The A223810 supports FRS through the USB-C hub, and displays the results on the screen in real time so that users can confirm whether the FRS function of the DUT is working as it should.

By configuring DP Alt mode, users can set the Timing, Pattern, and Audio that they want to test and check whether the display function of the DUT is performing normally.

The USB-C cable information reading (E-Mark) function reads cable power transmission capability, data transmission capability, and ID information, providing users with the ability to quickly confirm the status of the DUT during the testing process for USB-C interface test applications.

Chroma A223810 supports a variety of gamut outputs. In addition to the basic gamut space, it also supports Wide Color Gamut color space, including RGB, ITU-R BT.601, ITU-R BT.709, ITU-R BT.2020, and DCI-P3. YCbCr 4:4:4, 4:2:2 pixel encoding and 6 / 8 / 10 / 12 bits color depth can all be set up to provide a wider color range and achieve true natural color and high-resolution images, in line with today's high-specification 8K image testing needs.

The VPG Master software enables compression of images into the DSC format. A pre-installed library of 37 images is included, and the module supports storage of up to 100 custom test pattern files (bmp, jpg, tiff). The software supports editing of image resolution, refresh rate, color space and compression rate, horizontal and vertical cutting, as well as other functions. Users can mark the image with custom text strings of up to 31 characters with editable font, size, color and position, and load it directly to the Chroma 2238 device, enabling fast determination of the DSC's on/off state. (Optional)

The built-in programming function can be used to set up any combination of Timing, Pattern, and Audio required by the DUT. Up to 2000 timing patterns and 5000 images can be stored, and users can add their own test patterns to meet a great variety of testing needs.

USB-C and Host ports may cause damage to the protection components and connectors during testing due to DUT failure or repeated plugging and unplugging. The A223810 is designed with independent protection components that can be extracted easily for faster and less costly maintenance.

High conductivity beryllium copper improves the conductivity between components and reduces electromagnetic radiation leakage interfering with the DUT, in compliance with CE/EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards.