Systems and methods for testing components of printed circuit assemblies
(PCA) that generate high frequency, low voltage swing signals or that
operate using such signals are disclosed. High frequency, low voltage
swing signals from the PCA are divided and translated to low frequency
signals exhibiting voltage swings compatible with an in-circuit test
platform for evaluation. Additionally, high frequency signals exhibiting
voltage swings compatible with a PCA are generated. The signals are sent
to the PCA for testing components. The division/translation or signal
generation/translation logic may be bypassed, enabling the in-circuit
test platform and the PCA to send signals between each other even if
power to the system is off.