Agilent (HP) E8267C 20 GHz PSG Vector Signal Generator

The most advanced microwave signal generator
Agilent's new E8267C PSG vector signal generator is the industry's first integrated microwave vector signal generator with direct I/Q modulation up to 20 GHz. It features a built-in wideband I/Q modulator that delivers up to 1 GHz RF modulation bandwidth and an advanced wideband (80 MHz) internal baseband generator capable of flexible arbitrary waveform playback and sophisticated real-time signal generation. Clearly this groundbreaking integrated functionality, only available in the E8267C PSG, drastically simplifies the generation of complex vector modulated signals for design and manufacturing test applications in aerospace, defense, satellite communications, and broadband wireless. Just imagine, convenient access to the most complete set of calibrated wideband test stimuli ranging from digital and analog baseband to RF and microwave carrier frequencies.

Modular architecture to meet your test requirements
Customize the PSG for baseband, RF, and microwave test applications ranging from simple distortion test and general purpose troubleshooting to baseband coding algorithm development and advanced digital microwave transceiver design verification. A variety of optional performance enhancements and accessories are available and complemented by a comprehensive suite of signal creation software. Its modular architecture makes it easy to configure the PSG to meet your specific test requirements, providing the level of performance and signal creation capability you need today and the option to upgrade in the future.

Features

• Frequency range 250 kHz to 20 GHz with .001 Hz resolution
• Output power range +17 to -130 dBm with superior level accuracy
• Industry-leading phase noise performance
• 160 MHz (standard) RF modulation bandwidth extendable up to 1 GHz
• Flexible FSK, MSK, PSK, QAM, custom I/Q, AM, FM, ØM, and pulse
• Step, list, & ramp sweep frequency and power
• Internal baseband generator (80 MHz RF BW)
• Arbitrary I/Q waveform playback (up to 100 MSa/s)
• 64MSa playback memory and up to 1 GSa storage
• Real-time I/Q symbol generation (up to 50 Msym/s)
• Generate radar test signals, 802.11 WLAN, multitone, noise power ratio, custom modulation, and more
• Digital I/O and PC HDD waveform streaming with Baseband Studio 
• Remote control over 10BaseT LAN and GPIB
• SCPI and IVI-COM drivers

•  Switch selectable 50 or 75 ohm output
•  Automatic frequency sweep
•  Frequency range: 200 Hz to 81 MHz
•  Resolution: 0.001 Hz
•  Frequency stability: ±1x10-8/day
•  Harmonic distortion: 200 Hz to 10 MHz <-45 dBc; 10 MHz to 81 MHz <-40 dBc
•  Non-harmonic: the greater of -75 dBc or -125 dBc
•  Output amplitude: +13 dBm to -86.98 dBm; +11.25 dBm to -88.74 dBm 75 ohm
•  Ten store/recall registers
•  HP-IB interface
•  Output connectors: BNC(f)
•  100, 120/220 Vac ±10%, 240 Vac +5% -10%; 48-66 Hz operation
•  Weight: 40 lb; Size: 133 mm (5.25 in)H x 426 mm (16.75 in)W x 498 mm (19.63 in)D

Agilent/HP 83650L 50 Ghz Generator

The Agilent 83650L synthesized swept CW generator is the standard of excellence for applications requiring the high performance and accuracy of a synthesized source and the speed and versatility of a sweep oscillator.

Features

• +2.5 dBm calibrated output power
• -50 dBc harmonics <26.5 GHz typical
• SSB phase noise <-80 dBc at 10 GHz and 10 kHz offset
• Complete analog sweeper
• -110 dBm output power with step attenuator (Option 001)

Precision and versatility

  The Agilent Technologies 8360 family consists of the general purpose B-model series and the application-focused L-model series. They combine the excellent frequency resolution, level control, signal purity, and modulation capabilities you expect of a high-performance synthesized signal generator with the speed and convenience of a sweep oscillator. They are ideal for the demanding requirements of signal simulation, local oscillator, and stimulus/response component or subsystem test applications. The 8360 family offer a choice of models to meet a variety of application requirements. Ultra-broadband frequency coverage from 10 MHz to 50 GHz is available in coax using a 2.4 mm precision connector. High-power models with up to +20 dBm are also available, and can be used to directly drive the 83550 series mm-wave source modules for superior performance to 110 GHz in waveguide. The 8360 can also be customized with 1 Hz frequency resolution, fast pulse, a synthesized internal modulation generator, and a blank front panel for automated test applications.

Flexible and upgradable for growth

  The 8360 is designed to facilitate future growth. The hardkey and softkey front-panel design offers easily accessible functions that are simple to use. Softkey flexibility and modular architecture provide upgrade capability, while retaining system compatibility. The family delivers the cost-effective and state-of-the-art perform-ance you need today, while protecting your investment in the future.

Serviceability

  The 8360 models only need to be calibrated once every two years. Should a problem arise, over 280 internal self-tests quickly isolate more than 95% of instrument failures to the assembly level. Intermittent problems may be efficiently located by continually monitor-ing the tests and logging the results to the internal display or an external printer. To minimize the need for external equipment, adjustments have been automated with DACs and calibration constants where possible. Internal service power meter and voltmeter functions are available for performing most of the few remaining manual adjustments, as well as enabling more specific and thorough troubleshooting. The RF deck can also be raised as a whole unit for service, or reversed for rear RF output without output power degradation.

Agilent 83731B Synthesized Signal Generator 1 - 20 GHz

The Agilent 83731B synthesized signal generator sets a new standard for performance at a price that is surprisingly affordable. No longer will you have to give up frequency coverage, modulation or reliability to meet your budget. This signal source will perform beyond your expectations at a price within your reach. Fundamental oscillators and switched low-pass filters deliver <-55 dBc harmonics, eliminate subharmonics and suppress spurious to <-60 dBc. This signal source provides plenty of output power (typically >+14 dBm), while spectral purity is maintained even at high power levels (typical output power at frequencies below 1 GHz is +20 dBm).

Features

Agilent/HP 8648A 1 Ghz Synthesized Signal Generator

   The Agilent 8648A Synthesized RF Signal Generator is ideal for manufacturing high-volume products such as cordless telephones, pagers and two-way radios. Designed for semi-automated receiver test, and a variety of general purpose applications, the Agilent 8648A starts with the basic capabilities of the Agilent 8647A, then enhances residual FM, level accuracy and phase noise performance. While maintaining affordability, the Agilent 8648A is built to stringent quality standards, and offers an all-electronic attenuator to promote measurement consistency and repeatability. In addition, the simplistic design of the front panel shortens the operator's learning curve and increases productivity. With 300 storage registers and ten user-definable sequences (accessible from a remote keypad), the Agilent 8648A easily adapts to any test procedure.

Features

• Economical synthesized signal generator
• Electronic attenuator
• Superior level accuracy
• Wide frequency and power coverage
• Remote and memory interfaces for semi-automated testing
• Simple, dependable operation

Designed to simplify operator use and training, the front panel is organized in easy-to-identify functional blocks, and offers independent frequency and amplitude control knobs. The 300 internal storage registers and ten user- definable sequences easily adapt to any test procedure. Once test setups are saved in storage registers, operators can quickly sequence through them to efficiently make pass/fail decisions or tune a receiver.

Receiver testing has reached a new level of affordability. Ideal for in-channel receiver testing, Agilent Technologies¿ additions to the economy line of RF signal generators offer improved performance at affordable prices. The 8648A/B/C/D provide 1, 2, 3.2 and 4 GHz coverage, respectively, with a simple user interface and the quality and reliability you expect from Agilent Technologies products.

Sensitivity

Sensitivity measurements are easy to perform with the economy signal generator¿s wide dynamic range. Covering the operating range of even the most sensitive receivers, the 8648A offers +10 to ¿136 dBm, while the 8648B/C/D provide +13 to¿136 dBm output power levels. With ±1 dB level accuracy to ¿127 dBm below 1GHz, you can be assured of accurate repeatable measurements every time. Determine receiver sensitivity in seconds by scrolling through required test levels. With independent amplitude and frequency control knobs, amplitude levels can be changed almost instantly. Low RF leakage levels are necessary to successfully test today¿s sensitive receivers. The 8648 series meet these requirements with typically less than 1 μV leakage (nominally equivalent to 0.1 μV when measured with a two-turn loop).

Agilent 8648A 1 Ghz Synthesized Signal Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

with options

1E5 High Stabilty Timebase

1EP Paging Option

The Agilent 8648A Synthesized RF Signal Generator is ideal for manufacturing high-volume products such as cordless telephones, pagers and two-way radios. Designed for semi-automated receiver test, and a variety of general purpose applications, the Agilent 8648A starts with the basic capabilities of the Agilent 8647A, then enhances residual FM, level accuracy and phase noise performance. While maintaining affordability, the Agilent 8648A is built to stringent quality standards, and offers an all-electronic attenuator to promote measurement consistency and repeatability. In addition, the simplistic design of the front panel shortens the operator's learning curve and increases productivity. With 300 storage registers and ten user-definable sequences (accessible from a remote keypad), the Agilent 8648A easily adapts to any test procedure.

Features

• Economical synthesized signal generator
• Electronic attenuator
• Superior level accuracy
• Wide frequency and power coverage
• Remote and memory interfaces for semi-automated testing
• Simple, dependable operation

Easy to use

Designed to simplify operator use and training, the front panel is organized in easy-to-identify functional blocks, and offers independent frequency and amplitude control knobs. The 300 internal storage registers and ten user- definable sequences easily adapt to any test procedure. Once test setups are saved in storage registers, operators can quickly sequence through them to efficiently make pass/fail decisions or tune a receiver.

Low cost of ownership

Low price, high reliability and a two year calibration cycle keep cost of ownership to a minimum.

Rent me for $700 a month

with option

•  1E5 High stability time base
  

   The Agilent 8648D Synthesized RF Signal Generator is ideal for manufacturing high-volume products such as cordless telephones, pagers and two-way radios. Designed for semi-automated receiver test, and a variety of general purpose applications, the Agilent 8648D starts with the basic capabilities of the Agilent 8647A, enhances residual FM, level accuracy and phase noise performance, offers optional pulse modulation and high power, and extends the frequency to 4 GHz. While economical, the Agilent 8648D is built to stringent quality standards, promoting reliability and measurement repeatability. In addition, the simplistic design of the front panel shortens the operator's learning curve and increases productivity. With 300 storage registers and ten user-definable sequences (accessible from a remote keypad), the Agilent 8648D easily adapts to any test procedure.

Features

• Economical 4 GHz synthesized signal generator
• Superior level accuracy
• Wide frequency and output power coverage
• Optional pulse modulation and high power
• Remote and memory interfaces for semi-automated testing
• Simple, dependable operation

Features

Agilent 8657A .1-1040 Mhz Signal Generator

Specifications

• Wide frequency coverage, 100 kHz to 1040 MHz
  
• Electronic attenuator
  
• < 35 ms frequency switching speed
  
• AM and FM capabilities
  
• ±1 dB level accuracy (typically ±0.5 dB)
  
• Amplitude offset and phase adjustment capabilities
  
• 0.3 GMSK Modulation Option

The low residual FM and excellent phase noise performance of the 8657A signal generators make them ideal for many in-channel and even out-of-channel receiver tests.  The Agilent 8657A is a versatile signal generator offering a variety of features, such as simultaneous and mixed modulation combinations of AM and FM, as well as a carrier phase adjust capability that allows you to characterize phase-sensitive devices. In addition, the Agilent 8657A offers a wide output range, +13 to -143.5 dBm, with superior level accuracy of ±1.0 dB. Built for reliability, the Agilent 8657A uses an all-electronic attenuator, which is backed with a five-year warranty to ensure that you will make consistent, repeatable measurements every time.

Low residual FM ensures wide hum and noise test margins

Hum and noise testing requires a signal generator to have low residual FM to ensure no measurement error. The residual FM of the 8657A provides the test margins you need for the most demanding hum and noise tests. Output level range and accuracy for sensitivity testing With a dynamic range from +13 to ¿143.5 dBm, the 8657A allow sensitivity measurements to be made on even the most sensitive receivers. The 8657A couple this with a level accuracy of ±1 dB (typically 0.5 dB) to ¿127 dBm across the full temperature range of 0 to 55 degrees C, to give you accurate and repeatable measurements every time.

Low RF leakage eliminates measurement interference

Sensitivity measurements can often be masked by RF leakage (radiated emissions). With the 8657A, RF leakage is reduced to a level that assures virtually no measurement interference.

DCFM faithfully reproduces digital signals

For radios with digital squelching, the 8657A have extremely stable dc-coupled FM (dcFM). The dc coupling of low-rate tones or digital data eliminates droop, and the exceptional stability and center-frequency accuracy when in dcFM mode eliminates the need to retune the signal generator after dcFM is selected.

•  Frequency range: 10 MHz - 26.5 GHz
•  Frequency resolution: 1 - 4 kHz depending on band selected
•  Time base: <5x10-10/day
•  Output level: +11 dBm -100 dBm <2 GHz, +5 dBm -100 dBm 2 - 22 GHz, +6 dBm -100 dBm 22 - 26 GHz
•  Output level flatness: ±0.5 dB
•  SSB phase noise (at 100 kHz offsets): -105 dBc/Hz
•  Harmonic/non-harmonic spurious signals: -60 dBc specified power
•  Internal AM, FM, pulse modulation
•  HP-IB interface
•  Output connector: 3.5 mm(m)
•  100, 120/220, 240 Vac +5% -10%; 48-66 Hz operation
•  Weight: 94 lb; Size: 234 mm (9.2 in)H x 425 mm (16.75 in)W x 613 mm (24.1 in)D

Agilent E4400B 250 khz-1 GHz Signal Generator

Rent me for $500 a month

   The Agilent E4400B RF Signal Generator offers excellent performance with superior quality, reliability and worldwide support -- at an affordable price. The first in a new generation of signal generators, it provides excellent frequency and level control, and wide analog modulation capabilities. It is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications.

Features

• Flexible architecture, upgrade paths for options
• Choice of electronic or mechanical attenuator
• Superior level accuracy
• Wideband FM and Phase Modulation, AM and Pulse Modulation
• Step sweep (frequency, power and list)
• Built-in function generator

Specified superior level accuracy

   Superior level accuracy of ±0.5 dB (>¿127 dBm, fc <2 GHz) and ±0.9 dB (fc >2 GHz) provides unmatched specified performance and minimizes test uncertainty. Even with digital modulation turned on, level accuracy is better than ±1.05 dB. This unprecedented performance ensures precise measurement of even the most sensitive analog or digital receivers.

Wideband FM and FM

   Use the wide FM bandwidth and superior dc FM accuracy and stability to simulate a VCO when you are designing a receiver. With up to 40 MHz FM  deviations and 10 MHz rates, the ESG meets a variety of measurement requirements. Extremely stable dc FM precisely reproduces digital signaling for FM receivers with selective squelch control. The wideband FM capabilities are useful in satellite communications applications and offer deviations up to 360 radians and 4 MHz rates.

Agilent E4421B 250 Khz-3 Ghz Signal Generator

Rent me for $1000 a month

The Agilent E4421B Analog RF Signal Generator offers excellent in-channel performance with superior quality, reliability and worldwide support -- at an affordable price. The first in a new generation of signal generators, it provides excellent frequency and level control, and wide analog modulation capabilities. It is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications.

Features

• Flexible architecture, upgrade paths for options
• Choice of electronic or mechanical attenuator
• Superior level accuracy
• Wideband FM and Phase Modulation, AM and Pulse Modulation
• Step sweep (frequency, power and list)
• Built-in function generator

  Standard Agilent Technologies ESG family RF signal generators incorporate a broad array of capabilities for testing both analog and digital communications systems.  Adding flexible options provides a test solution that will evaluate the performance of a communication system to the requirements of nearly all current and proposed air interface standards. Many test functions can be customized to meet the needs of proprietary and other nonstandard wireless protocols as well. You can configure your instrument to address a wide variety of tests¿from altering nearly every aspect of a digital signal or signal operating environment, to creating experimental signals. This flexibility, along with an architecture that accepts future enhancements makes the ESG family an excellent choice for wireless communications system testing now and in the future.

Superior level accuracy of ±0.5 dB (>¿127 dBm, fc <2 GHz) and ±0.9 dB (fc >2 GHz) provides unmatched specified performance and minimizes test uncertainty. Even with digital modulation turned on, level accuracy is better than ±1.05 dB. This unprecedented performance ensures precise measurement of even the most sensitive analog or digital receivers.

Wideband FM and FM

Use the wide FM bandwidth and superior dc FM accuracy and stability to simulate a VCO when you are designing a receiver. With up to 40 MHz FM  deviations and 10 MHz rates, the ESG meets a variety of measurement requirements. Extremely stable dc FM precisely reproduces digital signaling for FM receivers with selective squelch control. The wideband FM capabilities are useful in satellite communications applications and offer deviations up to 360 radians and 4 MHz rates.

Agilent E4433B 4 Ghz Signal Generator

The Agilent E4433B RF signal generator offers a wide range of digital modulation capabilities for research and development, manufacturing or troubleshooting applications. Providing a comprehensive feature set, it generates standard and custom digital modulation formats, filtering and burst shapes, as well as versatile analog modulation, with superior quality, reliability and worldwide support -- at an affordable price.

Features

Agilent/HP 11759A RF Channel Simulator

Rent me for $500 a month

Main Unit only. No software or interconnect cables available.

   The Agilent/HP 11759C RF channel simulator has all the features and performance characteristics that make it ideally suited for testing digital cellular radios under RF multipath conditions.  Whether the radio is designed for operation with the CDMA (Option H30), GSM, NADC, DCS1800 or PDC cellular systems, it is easy to simulate the fast and slow fading, time dispersion and Dopplers experienced in the mobile radio environment.  The Agilent/HP 11759C is also suitable for testing many other analog and digital wireless communications systems with RF bandwidths to 6.0 MHz under multipath fading conditions. The 11759C consists of the applications software and the RF processing hardware.  To complete the RF multipath simulation system, two user-supplied components are necessary - a PC acting as a user interface and a synthesized LO used to determine the RF operating frequency and to supply a 10 MHz clock signal.

Features

• Simulates realistic signal propagation for CDMA, NADC (TDMA or E-TDMA), GSM, PDC, DCS1800, PHS, and more
• Rayleigh, Rice, or Long-normal fading
• RF bandwidth > 6.0 MHz
• Doppler to 425 Hz
• Delay intervals to 186 µ in 1 ns steps
• PC controlled

Two Multipath Channels Provide Test Flexibility

   The Agilent/HP 11759C contains two independent 40 MHz to 2700 MHz RF channels of three paths each.  Each path can be Doppler-shifted, Rayleigh or Log-normal faded, delayed and attenuated relative to the others.  In addition, under Rayleigh fading conditions, the correlation factor for path pairs in the two channels is adjustable from  0 to 1. With an external power divider and/or power combiner, and two separate channels available, it is easy to configure the HP 11759C(s) for single-channel 6 (or 12) path tests, co-channel interferer tests, adjacent and alternate channel tests, and space and/or frequency diversity tests.  This flexibility is particularly important during the radio R&D phase and also important for manufacturing test and type acceptance testing.

Easy to Use Manually or Remotely

Simple-to-use onscreen menus guide the user through the task of creating complex RF mulitpath signals for testing a mobile or base station radio.  These same menus are accessed remotely by installing a HP-IB interface card in the PC.

Agilent/HP 8118A 50 MHz Dual Channel Pulse Generator

Rent me for $200 a month

   The Agilent/HP 8118A is a DC to 50MHz dual channel Pulse Generator. The 8118A has many standard features not available in many other Pulse Generators. Some of these features include variable transition time on the rise and fall, a built in 16kB/channel pattern generator and a built in strobe channel. Also featured are variable word and frame length, variable pulse width and delay, rise/fall time separately adjustable and a variable high/low level. HPIB is standard and built in.

   For serial applications, the Agilent/HP 8118A offers two data channels with full pulse-generator capability so that limiting parametric conditions can be measured during functional test. The channels can be added in order to simulate multilevel codes, such as HDB3 or 2B1Q. 16-kb memory in each channel gives plenty of space for ISDN data frames. In addition to the built-in editor, a non-supported HP BASIC program is available for setting up data. The Agilent/HP 8118A offer so much more than the standard Pulse Generator.

Features

• DC to 50MHz Frequency Range
• Dual output channels
• Dual 16-kb channels
• Variable pulse parameters
• 3- and 4-level signals can be generated
• 100 Mbit/s each channel available
• Strobe channel built in
• Multilevel serial generation
• Variable transition times
• HPIB built in

Agilent/HP 8340A Option H02 20 GHz Synthesized Sweeper

Rent me for $600 a month

   The 8340A Opt H02 is comparable to the HP 8341B.  The 8340A Synthesized Sweeper delivers the combined high-performance of a synthesizer and a broadband sweep oscillator in one instrument that is complete controllable via the HP Interface Bus (HP-IB). This efficient combination of performance and versatility is ideal for manual or automatic test systems and in many cases enables the unit to replace a sweep oscillator, a frequency counter, an RF synthesizer, and a microwave synthesizer.  The 8340A synthesized sweep generator offers superior resolution of 1 to 4 Hz over the frequency range of 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz. Output is generated by an indirect synthesis technique that yields low single-sideband phase noise. This makes the 8340A an excellent source for use in conjunction with microwave network analyzers like the HP 8510B. The indirect synthesis technique also gives the 8340A a very fast CW switching time of typically better than 35 ms. A fast phase-lock feature can also be enabled to give switch times between 11 and 22 ms depending on absolute frequency and step size. Long term stability is excellent at 1x10-9/day. Calibrated output range +10 dBm to -110 dBm. Pulse, AM, FM modulation and a complete analog sweeping with widths as narrow as 100Hz. HP-IB.

Frequency Range	10 MHz - 20.0 GHz
Frequency Resolution	1 Hz - 4 Hz
Modulation	Pulse, AM, FM
Output Range	+12 dBm to -110 dBm
Output Resolution	0.05 dB - 0.1 dB

Features

• Output Impedance 50 Ohm
• Minimum Single-Side-Band Noise -97 dBc/Hz
• Maximum Single-Side-Band Noise -52 dBc/Hz
• Harmonics (noise) -35 dBc
• Non-harmonics (noise) -58 dBc
• Modulation AM,Pulse
• External Modulation Inputs(Types) No
• Sweep Modes - Linear
• Low Spurious&Phase Noise
• 100 ns Leveled Pulse width Cap
• Opt.H02

Agilent/HP 8350B RF Sweeper Mainframe

Rent me for $100 a month

   The Agilent/HP 8350B is a powerful general-purpose for swept microwave measurements, wideband CW signal generation and automatic testing.  It incorporates the efficiency of microprocessor control with state-of-the-art YIG-tuned oscillators and GaAs FET amplifiers to produce a high performance sweep oscillator system ideally suited for either manual or automatic measurements. You can easily configure a source to meet your application's frequency coverage and power requirements.  Just combine the versatile HP 8350 mainframe with any of the 32 standard RF plug-ins and you are ready to make measurements.  Both the advanced Agilent/HP 83500 series plug-ins and the existing Agilent/HP 86200 series plug-ins (via the HP 11869A adapter) are accepted by the Agilent/HP 8350B mainframe.

Features

• Versatile microprocessor-controlled mainframe
• Single-band, straddle-band and broad band plug-ins
• Accurate, high resolution, digital displays
• Five marker with marker D and marker sweep
• Save/recall 9 complete front panel states
• 10 mV output power to 26.5 GHz
• Total HP-IB programmability
• Compatible with HP Network Analyzers

   The Agilent/HP 8350B has been designed to include many features that not only speed up and simplify measurements but also improve accuracy.  In addition, it is compatible with Agilent/HP network analyzers, counters, noise figure meters, power meters, and microwave link analyzers to provide complete solutions. All function values (sweep limit frequencies, marker frequencies, etc.) are indicated on high resolution digital displays.   Function values are easily modified using the appropriate knob, step keys, or data entry keyboard. Five independent, continuously variable markers are available to note your measurement frequencies.  The active marker frequency or the difference frequency between any two markers is read easily from high resolution digital display.  You can also use marker sweep to zoom in on a particular frequency span while retaining your original sweep limits.

   Another particularly useful feature in making repetitive measurements is the 8350B's Save/Recall Mode.  Once the sweeper has been set for a particular measurement, all front panel settings (8350B and  83500 series plug-in) can be Saved and later Recalled to repeat the measurement by accessing one of nine internal storage registers. In the past, HP-IB programming of sweepers was limited to a series of CW frequencies.  With the 8350B all front panel functions, e.g. sweeps, markers, sweep time, even output power (83500 series plug-ins) can be programmed.  This means there are no limitations in designing your own customized test systems.  Utilizing the Learn Mode function, the 8350B becomes a "talker" as well as "listener" on the bus, transferring all manually entered front panel controls to the computer.

Full compatibility with both the 8510 and the 8410C Network Analyzers, the 8756A and the 8757A Scalar Network Analyzers are provided for convenient vector and scalar measurements with the 8350B.   The 5343A Counter can be combined with the HP 8350B to measure Start, Stop, or marker frequencies with up to 100 kHz accuracy while sweeping. 

Agilent/HP 83595A 26.5 GHz  RF Plug In

Rent me for $100 a month

Requires a 8350B mainframe to operate

   The Agilent/HP 83595A covers the 0.01-26.5 GHz range in a single sweep.  While the HP 83595A series feature broadband sweeps, they still maintain narrowband precision.  The frequency output exhibits excellent stability and accuracy.  At 26.5 GHz the HP 83595A maintains an accuracy of ± 12 MHz.  Power output capabilities have been expanded to provide power sweep and slope control.  In addition, the HP 83595A series plug-ins are completely HP-IB programmable.

   The most outstanding feature of the HP 83595A series plug-ins is their broad frequency range.  Innovative technology is used to create this precision frequency range. The principle behind this technology is the Switched YIG Tuned Multiplier circuit (SYTM).  The YTM circuit uses the output of a fundamental oscillator to drive a high-efficiency multiplier that has been integrated with a tracking YIG filter in order to create and select high order harmonics to be used as output frequencies. A figure of merit for the HP 83595A series is their flat output power over the entire frequency range.  The output power is internally leveled within 0.9 dB with a displayed resolution of 0.1 dB. 

   Since power parameters are critical to high frequency measurements, the HP 83590 Series (along with all HP 83500 series plug-ins) offer many modes of power output.  In addition to a single power output, the HP 83590 Series offer a Power Sweep function.  The Power Sweep function sweeps a power range for characterizing level sensitive devices like amplifiers and transistors.  The Slope mode is supplied to provide compensation for cable or test set losses.  In all these modes the power output is internally monitored and leveled.  If preferred, the power may be externally leveled.  The HP 83590 Series plug-ins are capable of power meter leveling with the HP 432A/B/C, 436A, and 438A power meters.  

Features

• High output power
• Excellent harmonic performance
• Switch-selectable high power mode
• Low cost of ownership

Agilent/HP 83631B 26.5 GHz Synthesized Sweeper

Rent me for $1000 a month

Serves as a dedicated source for Agilent 8510 systems

   The Agilent 83631B is a dedicated source optimized for use with Agilent 8510 systems. It combines the high performance and accuracy of a synthesized source with the speed and versatility of a sweep oscillator. The Agilent 83631B provides broadband frequency coverage (45 MHz to 26.5 GHz) and precise 1 Hz frequency resolution. This source does not have modulation capabilities or a front panel keyboard and display. The Agilent 83631B comes with a rear panel output.

Features

• Dedicated source for Agilent 8510 systems
• 1 Hz resolution
• Synthesized 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz coverage

The Agilent 83640L synthesized swept CW generator is the standard of excellence for applications requiring the high performance and accuracy of a synthesized source and the speed and versatility of a sweep oscillator.

Features

Agilent/HP 83712B 10 MHz to 20 GHz Signal Generator

Rent me for $600 a month

with options

• 1E1 Step Attenutaor
• 1E5 High Stability Timebase

   The Agilent/HP 83712B is a 20 GHz Synthesized CW Generator that sets a new standard for performance at a price that is surprisingly affordable. No longer will you have to give up frequency coverage, modulation or reliability to meet your budget. The Agilent HP 83712B signal source will perform beyond your expectations at a price within your reach. Fundamental oscillators and switched low-pass filters deliver <-55 dBc harmonics, eliminate subharmonics and suppress spurious to <-60 dBc. The 83712B signal source provides plenty of output power (typically >+14 dBm), while spectral purity is maintained even at high power levels (typical output power at frequencies below 1 GHz is +20 dBm).

Features

• High stability time base for frequency accuracy
• Low SSB phase noise for out-of-channel tests
• High power output for driving the LO port of mixers
• Low output power with option 1E1 for receiver sensitivity and SINAD measurements

Agilent/HP 8620C Sweep Oscillator Mainframe

Rent me for $200 a month

   The 8620C Sweep Oscillator Mainframe, with more than 15 solid-state plug-ins available (sold separately), can provide >10 mW of leveled output power from 3 to 18.6 GHz. Plug-In sweep bandwidths range from 3 to 350MHz to the wide band 2 to 18.6 GHz module. With appropriate plug-ins, four separate bands and their respective frequency scales can be selected. Start-Stop sweep points may be set from 1% to 100% of band, up or down scale, at sweep rates from 10 msec to 100 sec per sweep. DeltaF sweeps, at the same rates, from 1% or 10% of band may also be made. CW, continuous wave, makes the sweeper a signal generator, which may be modulated, or allows manual sweeps for frequency calibration. Other sweep modes include automatic, manual, externally triggered, single sweep, and remotely programmed. A marker, selected by the CW/Marker control, may be adjusted to any point on the band, and indicated by either amplitude or intensity.

   The 8620C Sweep Oscillator Mainframe is a versatile mainframe which uses the popular 86200 Series plug-ins (sold separately) to provide capabilities required in a wide range of applications. With appropriate plug-ins, testing digital and analog microwave radio systems and components is easy and affordable. Up to four separate bands and their frequency scales can be selected with a band select lever. Modulation is possible utilizing the internal AM 1kHz or external FM, based on the RF unit. The 8620C supplies three markers and offers sweep functions of The 8620C features full Sweep, Marker Sweep, CW / Delta F, and CW; sweep modes include Auto, Line, and External. The 8620C also includes inputs for band selection, sweep function selection, and analog frequency control. Plug-ins sold separately. Sweep modes are Auto, Line & External Modulation is internal AM 1kHz & external FM based on RF unit Plug-ins sold separately.

Agilent/HP 86245A-H90 RF Plug In

with option

H-90 Bandwidth limited to 5.8 to 6.5 Ghz

 

DESCRIPTION
The 86245A RF Plug-In makes extensive use of microelectronics for superior performance and high reliability at an extremely low price. The unit is completely compatible with either the 8350 Series mainframes.

• Frequency Range: 5.8 to 6.5 GHz
• Maximum Leveled Power: > 50 mW
• Harmonic/Spurious: > -17 dB/> -60 dB
• Residual FM: < 15kHz peak

Features

Agilent/HP 8648B 100 KHz to 2 GHz Signal Generator

Rent me for $500 a month

   Receiver testing has reached a new level of affordability. Ideal for in-channel receiver testing, Agilent Technologies¿ additions to the economy line of RF signal generators offer improved performance at affordable prices. The 8648B provides 2 GHz coverage, respectively, with a simple user interface and the quality and reliability you expect from Agilent Technologies products.

Sensitivity

   Sensitivity measurements are easy to perform with the economy signal generator¿s wide dynamic range. Covering the operating range of even the most sensitive receivers, the 8648B offers +13 to ¿136 dBm output power levels. With ±1 dB level accuracy to ¿127 dBm below 1GHz, you can be assured of accurate repeatable measurements every time. Determine receiver sensitivity in seconds by scrolling through required test levels. With independent amplitude and frequency control knobs, amplitude levels can be changed almost instantly. Low RF leakage levels are necessary to successfully test today¿s sensitive receivers. The 8648 series meet these requirements with typically less than 1 μV leakage (nominally equivalent to 0.1 μV when measured with a two-turn loop).

Features

• Economical 2.0 GHz synthesized signal generator
• Superior level accuracy
• Wide frequency and output power coverage
• Optional pulse modulation and high power
• Remote and memory interfaces for semi-automated testing
• Simple, dependable operation

Harmonic Distortion

   Low modulation distortion is important for harmonic distortion testing. FM distortion of typically less than 0.5% allow you to make these measurements with confidence.

Hum and Noise

   Accurately characterize receiver hum and noise with the low residual FM performance of the economy RF signal generators.

High reliability

   Keep production lines up and running with the 8648 series economy signal generators. Designed to Agilent Technologies¿ stringent quality and reliability specifications, these signal generators are optimized for long-term dependability. The 8648B signal generators are manufactured in an ISO 9002 registered facility in concurrence with Agilent Technologies¿ commitment to quality. Use the latest in attenuator technology to keep up with the increasing demands of output-level cycling.

Easy to use

   Designed to simplify operator use and training, the front panel is organized in easy-to-identify functional blocks, and offers independent frequency and amplitude control knobs. The 300 internal storage registers and ten user- definable sequences easily adapt to any test procedure. Once test setups are saved in storage registers, operators can quickly sequence through them to efficiently make pass/fail decisions or tune a receiver.

Agilent/HP 8648C 3.2 Ghz Synthesized Signal Generator

Rent me for $600 a month

   The Agilent/HP 8648C Synthesized RF Signal Generator is ideal for manufacturing high-volume products such as cordless telephones, pagers and two-way radios. Designed for semi-automated receiver test, and a variety of general purpose applications, the Agilent 8648C starts with the basic capabilities of the Agilent 8647A, enhances residual FM, level accuracy and phase noise performance, offers optional pulse modulation and high power, and extends the frequency to 3.2 GHz. to any test procedure.

Features

* Economical 3.2 GHz synthesized signal generator
* Superior level accuracy
* Wide frequency and output power coverage
* Optional pulse modulation and high power
* Remote and memory interfaces for semi-automated testing
* Simple, dependable operation
 

Easy to use

Designed to simplify operator use and training, the 8648C front panel is organized in easy-to-identify functional blocks, and offers independent frequency and amplitude control knobs. The 300 internal storage registers and ten user- definable sequences easily adapt to any test procedure. Once test setups are saved in storage registers, operators can quickly sequence through them to efficiently make pass/fail decisions or tune a receiver.

Low cost of ownership

Low price, high reliability and a two year calibration cycle keep cost of ownership of the 8648C to a minimum.

High reliability

Keep production lines up and running with the 8648 series economy signal generators. Designed to Agilent Technologies¿ stringent quality and reliability specifications, these signal generators are optimized for long-term dependability. The 8648 signal generators are manufactured in an ISO 9002 registered facility in concurrence with Agilent Technologies¿ commitment to quality.

General purpose stimulus/local oscillator

The economy line of RF signal generators are ideal for RF receiver and component measurements. Wide frequency coverage, solid performance, multiple modulation formats, uncompromised quality and reliability allow you to meet testing requirements while maintaining a budget.

Compatibility

GPIB programmability is standard for automated test applications. The SCPI programming standard is provided to protect software investments. In addition, the 8648 series reduces software development costs by providing full GPIB code compatibility with the 8656B and 8657A/B signal generators.

Agilent/HP 8664A opt 1/4 3Ghz High-Performance Signal Generator

Rent me for $2500 a month

with options

• 001 high stability timebase with EFC
• 004 low-noise enhancement

Agilent/HP 8664A 3Ghz High-Performance Signal Generator

Rent me for $2000 a month

with option

• 004 low-noise enhancement

Agilent/HP 8904A DC-600 KHz Multifunction Synthesizer

Rent me for $250 a month

with options

• 001 Allows channels B, C, and D to be used as modulation sources for channel A
• 002 Adds second internal synthesizer and output
• 003 Adds fast hop and digital modulation

 

The Agilent 8904A multifunction synthesizer generates accurate sinewaves from 0 Hz to 600 kHz with 0.1 Hz resolution. The 8904A also has five other standard functions: square, triangle, ramp, from 0 Hz to 50 kHz plus dc, and Gaussian white noise. All waveform values in the 8904A are digitally calculated in real time by Agilent Technologies' Digital Waveform Synthesis IC yielding 12-bit digital accuracy. Full GPIB programmability is also included standard on the 8904A.

Features

• Sine to 600 kHz, square, ramp, triangle to 50 kHz
• 12 bit direct digital synthesis
• Tone, DTMF, digital, Hop Ram sequence modes
• One or two outputs
• One to four internal channels
• AM, FM, Phi-M, DSBSC, and pulse modulation
• Unit to unit phase synchronization

  The Agilent Technologies 8904A Multifunction Synthesizer uses VLSIC technology to create complex signals from six fundamental waveforms. The standard 8904A digitally synthesizes precise sine, square, triangle, ramp, white noise, and dc waveforms and routes these signals to a single output. Option 001 adds three more identical internal synthesizers (channels) which can either modulate the first synthesizer or be summed to the output. Frequency, amplitude, waveform, phase, and destination can be independently set for each synthesizer. Available modulation types for channel A include AM, FM, FM, DSBSC, and pulse modulation. Option 002 adds a second 50 ohm output, providing a second separate signal for two channel applications. Option 003 adds fast hop and digital modulation capability to the 8904A. Option 005 allows multiple 8904As to be phase synchronized for applications which require the use of more than one 8904A. Option 006 changes output one of the 8904A from a 50
floating output to a 600 ohm, high-power balanced output. With this option, the 8904A can deliver 10 volts rms into a 600 ohm load from 30 Hz to over 100 kHz. All this unique capability makes the Agilent 8904A a powerful new tool for demanding applications like VOR, ILS, FM stereo, and communications signaling.

Frequency

Range:

• Sine wave: 0 Hz to 600 kHz

• Square, triangle, ramp: 0 Hz to 50 kHz

Agilent/HP 8904A DC-600 KHz Multifunction Synthesizer

Rent me for $250 a month

with options

• 001 Allows channels B, C, and D to be used as modulation sources for channel A
• 002 Adds second internal synthesizer and output
• 005 Adds unit to unit phase synchronization

The Agilent 8904A multifunction synthesizer generates accurate sinewaves from 0 Hz to 600 kHz with 0.1 Hz resolution. The 8904A also has five other standard functions: square, triangle, ramp, from 0 Hz to 50 kHz plus dc, and Gaussian white noise. All waveform values in the 8904A are digitally calculated in real time by Agilent Technologies' Digital Waveform Synthesis IC yielding 12-bit digital accuracy. Full GPIB programmability is also included standard on the 8904A.

Features

• Sine to 600 kHz, square, ramp, triangle to 50 kHz
• 12 bit direct digital synthesis
• Tone, DTMF, digital, Hop Ram sequence modes
• One or two outputs
• One to four internal channels
• AM, FM, Phi-M, DSBSC, and pulse modulation
• Unit to unit phase synchronization

  The Agilent Technologies 8904A Multifunction Synthesizer uses VLSIC technology to create complex signals from six fundamental waveforms. The standard 8904A digitally synthesizes precise sine, square, triangle, ramp, white noise, and dc waveforms and routes these signals to a single output. Option 001 adds three more identical internal synthesizers (channels) which can either modulate the first synthesizer or be summed to the output. Frequency, amplitude, waveform, phase, and destination can be independently set for each synthesizer. Available modulation types for channel A include AM, FM, FM, DSBSC, and pulse modulation. Option 002 adds a second 50 ohm output, providing a second separate signal for two channel applications. Option 003 adds fast hop and digital modulation capability to the 8904A. Option 005 allows multiple 8904As to be phase synchronized for applications which require the use of more than one 8904A. Option 006 changes output one of the 8904A from a 50
floating output to a 600 ohm, high-power balanced output. With this option, the 8904A can deliver 10 volts rms into a 600 ohm load from 30 Hz to over 100 kHz. All this unique capability makes the Agilent 8904A a powerful new tool for demanding applications like VOR, ILS, FM stereo, and communications signaling.

Frequency

Range:

• Sine wave: 0 Hz to 600 kHz

• Square, triangle, ramp: 0 Hz to 50 kHz

Agilent/HP 8904A DC-600 KHz Multifunction Synthesizer

Rent me for $250 a month

with options

• 001 Allows channels B, C, and D to be used as modulation sources for channel A
• 002 Adds second internal synthesizer and output
• 005 Adds unit to unit phase synchronization

The Agilent 8904A multifunction synthesizer generates accurate sinewaves from 0 Hz to 600 kHz with 0.1 Hz resolution. The 8904A also has five other standard functions: square, triangle, ramp, from 0 Hz to 50 kHz plus dc, and Gaussian white noise. All waveform values in the 8904A are digitally calculated in real time by Agilent Technologies' Digital Waveform Synthesis IC yielding 12-bit digital accuracy. Full GPIB programmability is also included standard on the 8904A.

Features

• Sine to 600 kHz, square, ramp, triangle to 50 kHz
• 12 bit direct digital synthesis
• Tone, DTMF, digital, Hop Ram sequence modes
• One or two outputs
• One to four internal channels
• AM, FM, Phi-M, DSBSC, and pulse modulation
• Unit to unit phase synchronization

  The Agilent Technologies 8904A Multifunction Synthesizer uses VLSIC technology to create complex signals from six fundamental waveforms. The standard 8904A digitally synthesizes precise sine, square, triangle, ramp, white noise, and dc waveforms and routes these signals to a single output. Option 001 adds three more identical internal synthesizers (channels) which can either modulate the first synthesizer or be summed to the output. Frequency, amplitude, waveform, phase, and destination can be independently set for each synthesizer. Available modulation types for channel A include AM, FM, FM, DSBSC, and pulse modulation. Option 002 adds a second 50 ohm output, providing a second separate signal for two channel applications. Option 003 adds fast hop and digital modulation capability to the 8904A. Option 005 allows multiple 8904As to be phase synchronized for applications which require the use of more than one 8904A. Option 006 changes output one of the 8904A from a 50
floating output to a 600 ohm, high-power balanced output. With this option, the 8904A can deliver 10 volts rms into a 600 ohm load from 30 Hz to over 100 kHz. All this unique capability makes the Agilent 8904A a powerful new tool for demanding applications like VOR, ILS, FM stereo, and communications signaling.

Frequency

Range:

• Sine wave: 0 Hz to 600 kHz

• Square, triangle, ramp: 0 Hz to 50 kHz

Agilent/HP E4420B 2 GHz ESG Series Signal Generator

Rent me for $500 a month

with options

• 1E5 High Stability Timebase

   The Agilent/HP E4420B Signal generator offers excellent performance with superior quality, reliability and worldwide support -- at an affordable price. The first in a new generation of signal generators, the E4420B provides excellent frequency and level control, and wide analog modulation capabilities. The E4420B is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications. The innovative design of the Agilent/HP E4420B provides a flexible architecture that can be tailored to meet the changing demands of evolving markets. Lower initial cost, high reliability, and a two-year calibration cycle, all strive to minimize the cost of ownership. The Agilent/HP E4420B RF signal generator is designed for long-term dependability, which maximizes production throughput and uptime. Flexible architecture provides an upgrade paths for options.

Features

• Flexible architecture, upgrade paths for options
• Choice of electronic or mechanical attenuator
• Superior level accuracy
• Wideband FM and Phase Modulation, AM and Pulse Modulation
• Step sweep (frequency, power and list)
• Built-in function generator
• Frequency: 250kHz to 2 GHz
• Output: -136dBm to 20 dbm
• Output Accuracy : 0.5dB

Rent me for $400 a month

        with option 1E5 High Stability Timebase

   The Agilent/HP E4430A digital RF signal generator provides a wide range of digital modulation capabilities in addition to a comprehensive feature set and excellent analog performance - all at an affordable price. The first in a new generation of signal generators, it provides excellent modulation accuracy and stability, as well as unprecedented level accuracy. It is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's digital receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications. The innovative design of the Agilent/HP E4430A provides a flexible architecture that can be tailored to meet the changing demands of evolving markets. Lower initial cost, high reliability and a two-year calibration cycle, all minimize the cost of ownership. The Agilent/HP E4430A digital generator is designed for long-term dependability, which maximizes production throughput and uptime.  

Agilent/HP E4431A 250 kHz to 2000 MHz Digital RF Signal Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

Also known as the ESG-D2000A

with options

• ES1
• 1E5 High Stability Timebase
• UN3 PDC

   The Agilent/HP E4431A digital RF signal generator provides a wide range of digital modulation capabilities, in addition to a comprehensive feature set and excellent analog performance -- all at an affordable price. The first in a new generation of signal generators, it provides excellent modulation accuracy and stability, as well as unprecedented level accuracy. It is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's digital receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications. The innovative design of the Agilent E4431A provides a flexible architecture that can be tailored to meet the changing demands of evolving markets. Lower initial cost, high reliability and a two-year calibration cycle, all minimize the cost of ownership. The Agilent E4431A digital generator is designed for long-term dependability, which maximizes production throughput and uptime.

Features

• 250 kHz up to 2 GHz
• Flexible, expandable architecture with upgrade path for options
• Electronic attenuator, built-in function generator, superior level accuracy, and step sweep (frequency, power and list)
• Built-in digital modulation formats for DECT, GSM, NADC, PDC, PHS, and TETRA (Option UN3/UN4)
• External analog I and Q inputs
• Versatile data generation with burst capabilities
• Wideband AM

   The first in a new generation of signal generators the E4431A provides excellent modulation accuracy and stability, as well as unprecedented level accuracy. It is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's digital receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications. The innovative design of the Agilent/HP E4431A provides a flexible architecture that can be tailored to meet the changing demands of evolving markets. Lower initial cost, high reliability and a two-year calibration cycle, all minimize the cost of ownership. The Agilent/HP E4431A digital generator is designed for long-term dependability, which maximizes production throughput and uptime.

 

Agilent/HP E4431A 250 kHz to 2000 MHz Digital RF Signal Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

Also known as the ESG-D2000A

with option

• ES1

   The Agilent/HP E4431A digital RF signal generator provides a wide range of digital modulation capabilities, in addition to a comprehensive feature set and excellent analog performance -- all at an affordable price. The first in a new generation of signal generators, it provides excellent modulation accuracy and stability, as well as unprecedented level accuracy. It is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's digital receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications. The innovative design of the Agilent E4431A provides a flexible architecture that can be tailored to meet the changing demands of evolving markets. Lower initial cost, high reliability and a two-year calibration cycle, all minimize the cost of ownership. The Agilent E4431A digital generator is designed for long-term dependability, which maximizes production throughput and uptime.

Features

• 250 kHz up to 2 GHz
• Flexible, expandable architecture with upgrade path for options
• Electronic attenuator, built-in function generator, superior level accuracy, and step sweep (frequency, power and list)
• Built-in digital modulation formats for DECT, GSM, NADC, PDC, PHS, and TETRA (Option UN3/UN4)
• External analog I and Q inputs
• Versatile data generation with burst capabilities
• Wideband AM

   The first in a new generation of signal generators the E4431A provides excellent modulation accuracy and stability, as well as unprecedented level accuracy. It is ideally suited to meet the demanding requirements of today's digital receiver test, component test and local oscillator applications. The innovative design of the Agilent/HP E4431A provides a flexible architecture that can be tailored to meet the changing demands of evolving markets. Lower initial cost, high reliability and a two-year calibration cycle, all minimize the cost of ownership. The Agilent/HP E4431A digital generator is designed for long-term dependability, which maximizes production throughput and uptime.

 

Agilent/HP E4432B 3 GHz ESG Series Signal Generator

Rent me for $500 a month

with options

• 1E5 Adds high-stability timebase
• UND Adds internal dual arbitrary waveform generator
• UN5 Adds multichannel IS-95 CDMA personality

   The Agilent/HP E4432B RF signal generator offers a wide range of digital modulation capabilities for research and development, manufacturing or troubleshooting applications. Providing a comprehensive feature set, it generates standard and custom digital modulation formats, filtering and burst shapes, as well as versatile analog modulation, with superior quality, reliability and worldwide support -- at an affordable price

Features

• 250 kHz to 3 GHz frequency range
• RF modulation bandwidth up to 35 MHz
• Optional dual arbitrary waveform generator
  and/or real-time I/Q baseband generator
• 40 MHz sample rate and 14-bit I/Q resolution
• 1 Msample (4 MB) memory for waveform playback and
  1 Msample (4 MB) memory for waveform storage
• Custom digital modulation (>15 variations of FSK, MSK, PSK, and QAM),
  AM, FM, phase modulation, pulse modulation, and step/list sweep (frequency and power)

  Agilent Technologies ESG family RF signal generators incorporate a broad array of capabilities for testing both analog and digital communications systems. Adding flexible options provides a test solution that will evaluate the performance of a communication system to the requirements of nearly all current and proposed air interface standards. Many test functions can be customized to meet the needs of proprietary and other nonstandard wireless protocols as well. You can configure your instrument to address a wide variety of tests¿from altering nearly every aspect of a digital signal or signal operating environment, to creating experimental signals. This flexibility, along with an architecture that accepts future enhancements makes the ESG family an excellent choice for wireless communications system testing now and in the future.

Agilent/HP E4436B 3 GHz Signal Generator

Rent me for $750 a month

  with options (over $22,000 in options alone!)

• UN5 Single/Multichannel CDMA personality
• UN8 Real-time I/Q base band w/TDMA
• UN9 Add 7M RAM to Option UN8
• UND Internal Dual arbitrary wave
• 100 Multi-Channel W-CDMA personality
• 101 Multichannel cdma2000 Personality
• 202 EDGE Personality for UN8

   The Agilent E4436B RF signal generator offers excellent spectral purity and digital modulation capabilities for general-purpose research and development, manufacturing or troubleshooting applications. Providing a comprehensive feature set, it generates standard and custom digital modulation formats, filtering and burst shapes, as well as versatile analog modulation, with superior quality, reliability and worldwide support.

Features

• 250 kHz to 3 GHz frequency range with enhanced phase noise performance
• RF modulation bandwidth up to 35 MHz
• Optional dual arbitrary waveform generator and/or real-time I/Q baseband generator
• 40 MHz sample rate and 14-bit I/Q resolution
• 1 Msample (4 MB) memory for waveform playback and
  1 Msample (4 MB) memory for waveform storage
• Custom digital modulation (>15 variations of FSK, MSK, PSK, and QAM),
  AM, FM, phase modulation, pulse modulation, and step/list sweep (frequency and power)

   Agilent Technologies ESG family RF signal generators incorporate a broad array of capabilities for testing both analog and digital communications systems. Adding flexible options provides a test solution that will evaluate the performance of a communication system to the requirements of nearly all current and proposed air interface standards. Many test functions can be customized to meet the needs of proprietary and other nonstandard wireless protocols as well. You can configure your instrument to address a wide variety of tests¿from altering nearly every aspect of a digital signal or signal operating environment, to creating experimental signals. This flexibility, along with an architecture that accepts future enhancements makes the ESG family an excellent choice for wireless communications system testing now and in the future.

Anritsu MG3633A 2.7 GHz Signal Generator

Rent me for $500 a month

with options

• 03 High Stability Timebase
• 04 Rear Panel SMA Output

 High accuracy and high-output level
   Low levels of ?123 dBm can be set with ±1 dB accuracy by using a high-accuracy programmable attenuator. The output level can be displayed in units of dBm, dBµV, V, mV, and µV or as a relative value (dB).  A maximum output of +17 dBm can be obtained over a wide frequency range so 2-signal or 3-signal testing can be done easily. A high-accuracy highly-reliable programmable attenuator (life cycle over 3 million times) is used and since flat output characteristics are obtained by internal calibration over a wide range from 10 kHz to 2.7 GHz, it is effective for testing antennas and cables. Moreover, compensation data for obtaining flat levels at cable ends can be input by using a power meter, GPIB, controller, and frequency-response compensation software (option).

Modulation characteristics
   The MG3633A has AM, FM, øM, and a combination of all three modulation functions.

• AM A high-accuracy AM wave is generated over a wide frequency range. Countermeasures against carrier-wave variation due to vibration permit even SSB radio equipment to be tested with confidence.
• FM  FM with a maximum frequency deviation of 3.2 MHz is possible (1.28 to 2.7 GHz). Also if the frequency deviation is too low, automatic operation is carried out in the stabilized DC-FM mode so even digital data transmission equipment such as pagers can be tested .

Continuously variable output level

   The MG3633A can output continuously-variable signals in a 20 dB range with 0.1 dB steps at any level. This is especially convenient for measuring the dynamic range of magnetic tape and squelch sensitivity of radios which produce hysteresis phenomenon as a result of level variation.

Anritsu MP1652A .05 to 3Ghz Pulse Pattern Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

   The Anritsu MP1652A Pulse Pattern Generator is used by itself or in combination with the Anritsu MP1653A Error Detector. The amplitude of the clock and data signals can be varied from 0.5 to 2 Vp-p while the offset can be adjusted to within ±2 V. This allows measurement of the amplitude and offset margin. Typically used in telecommunications design for the generation of pulses the MP1652A finds many general purpose pulse generation applications well within its able abilities.

Features

• High Quality Waveform
• Low FM/PM-Noise Clock Generator
• N-Type Connector

   Core networks and computer networks are becoming increasingly rapid as the volume of data transmitted in this multimedia data is growing. In addition to the STM-16/OC-48 (2.488 Gbit/s), Fiber channel, Giga-bit Ethernet, etc. are being commercialized. Compact and low-cost BERTS  (Bit Error Rate Test Sets) are required for production inspections of all kinds of transfer devices, optical modules, and logic devices. High-quality pulse pattern generator Programmable patterns of 8 Mb max, PRBS patterns [(27 ¿ 1) to (231 ¿ 1), variable mark ratio], and zero substitution patterns can be generated. Moreover, variable cross-point of data output waveform is also supported.

Anritsu MS3632A 100 kHz to 2.08 GHz Signal Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

 

   The Anritsu MS3632A is a well built and reliable signal generator. It performs most basic RF source tasks with ease. Stable and highly accurate output guarantees your results can be trusted day after day. Built in AM and FM modulation with external modulation input standard.

 

Features

• 100kHz to 2080 mHz frequency range
• 10Hz frequency resolution
• -143dBm to +13dBm output range
• 0.1db output resolution
• am and fm modulation
• -124dbc/Hz ssb phase noise (at a frequency of 1GHz, and offset of 10kHz)
• gpib

Ideal for manufacturing high-volume products such as cordless telephones, pagers and two-way radios, the Agilent 8647A Synthesized RF Signal Generator delivers essential performance and reliability at an affordable price. Designed for semi-automated receiver test, and a variety of general purpose applications, the Agilent 8647A meets stringent quality standards and promotes measurement consistency and repeatability. For example, the all-electronic attenuator, with no moving parts, easily handles millions of amplitude cycles with highly repeatable results. In addition, the simplistic design of the front panel shortens the operator's learning curve and increases productivity. With 300 storage registers and ten user-definable sequences (accessible from a remote keypad), the Agilent 8647A easily adapts to any test procedure.

Features

Ideal for manufacturing high-volume products such as cordless telephones, pagers and two-way radios, the Agilent 8647A Synthesized RF Signal Generator delivers essential performance and reliability at an affordable price. Designed for semi-automated receiver test, and a variety of general purpose applications, the Agilent 8647A meets stringent quality standards and promotes measurement consistency and repeatability. For example, the all-electronic attenuator, with no moving parts, easily handles millions of amplitude cycles with highly repeatable results. In addition, the simplistic design of the front panel shortens the operator's learning curve and increases productivity. With 300 storage registers and ten user-definable sequences (accessible from a remote keypad), the Agilent 8647A easily adapts to any test procedure.

Features

Madell AV1485 4 GHz Synthesized Signal Generator

Features

• Wide frequency coverage
• Extremely high power accuracy
• Built-in modulation signal generator
• Excellent spectral purity
• Sweep modes: step, list
• GPIB remote control function
  
  

Madell AV1486 .01-20 GHz Synthesized Signal Generator

Features

• Modular design, easy to upgrade
• Supports GPIB communication, instrument bus extending and ATE
• Integrated functions: frequency synthesizing, frequency sweeping and power
• Large menu screen
• Self testing and self adjusting functions
• Multiple options.
• Built-in user manual for immediate intelligent help and auto error alarming
• Superior accuracy , excellent spectral purity and high frequency resolution
• Pulse, amplitude, frequency modulations

Options available

1. High-Stability Time base
2. High Power Output(+15dBm,)
3. Programmable Step Attenuator(70dB or 90dB)
4. Internal Modulation Sweeper

Madell AV1486A 2-20 GHz Synthesized Signal Generator

Features

• Modular design, easy to upgrade
• Supports GPIB communication, instrument bus extending and ATE
• Integrated functions: frequency synthesizing, frequency sweeping and power
• Large menu screen
• Self testing and self adjusting functions
• Multiple options.
• Built-in user manual for immediate intelligent help and auto error alarming
• Superior accuracy , excellent spectral purity and high frequency resolution
• Pulse, amplitude, frequency modulations

Options available

1. High-Stability Time base
2. High Power Output(+15dBm,)
3. Programmable Step Attenuator(70dB or 90dB)
4. Internal Modulation Sweeper

Rent me for $200 a month

Product Description

Rhode & Schwarz SMY01 1 GHz Signal Generator

Rent me for $200 a month

   The Rhode & Schwarz SMY01 Signal generator covers a frequency range of 9 khz to 1.040 GHz. Signal generators of the SMY family from Rohde & Schwarz are cost-effective instruments for testing AM, FM and jM receivers as well as for component measurements. Designed exclusively for the main applications of signal generators by cutting out the frills the Rohode & Schwarz SMY01 features an outstanding price/performance ratio. Thanks to its comprehensive basic features and excellent signal characteristics, it is an economical solution for universal use in lab, production and servicing environments The level range -140 dBm to +13 dBm (19 dBm overrange) and spectral purity are sufficient even for receivers of highest sensitivity

Features

• Frequency resolution 1 Hz
• Level range -140 to +19 dBm
• Level accuracy better than 1 dB
• SSB phase noise <-114 dBc at 1 GHz, Df = 20 kHz
• AM, FM, jM and pulse modulation
• Modulation generator 1 Hz to 500 kHz
• Sweep capabilities
• Nonvolatile memory for 100 complete front-panel setups
• RF overload protection 30 W (R&S SMY01) or 50 W (R&S SMY02)
• Low RF leakage (<0.1 mV)

Rhohde & Schwarz SMIQ06B Vector Signal Generator

Rent me for $2000 a month

with options

• Rear panel inputs
• No other installed options

Features

• Frequency range 300 kHz to 6.4 GHz
• Analog and Digital Modulation
• Versatile and Broadband Generation of Digitally Modulated Signals up to 18 Msymbol/s
• Generation of TDMA, CDMA, WCDMA and CDMA2000 Standard Signals to All Main Mobile Radio Standards with options
• Broadband I/Q Modulator with Outstanding Vector Accuracy
• Optional Internal Fading Simulator to Test Specifications of Mobile Radio Standards
• Optional Internal Noise Generator and Distortion Simulator
• Optional BER Measurement
• Optional Arbitrary Waveform Generator
• Low ACP for IS-95 CDMA and WCDMA (option)
• Low Cost of Ownership Due to Three-Year Calibration Intervals
• Future-oriented Platform Concept

   The B series of Signal Generator Family R&S SMIQ for analog and digital modulation from Rohde&Schwarz is offering solutions for today and tomorrow. This series particularly takes into account future developments in the field of 3rd-generation digital mobile radio.

   The R&S SMIQ family comprises four models which differ in their upper frequency limits. These feature a hitherto unrivalled versatility regarding signal generation and signal quality and are therefore ideal for use in development and type-approval testing.

   With their outstanding price/performance ratio, these signal generators are also economically attractive for applications in production.

   The wide frequency range from 300 kHz to 6.4 GHz covers all main radio bands including their IF ranges. The high-grade I/Q modulator fitted as standard ensures minimum error vector magnitude and high intermodulation suppression.

   Using modern digital signal processor (DSP) technology, the versatile concept allows the generation of high-precision digital modulation signals with high bit rates without any limitations on modulation modes or standards.

Rohde & Schwarz CMD80 Communications Test Set

Rent me for $750 a month

with options

• Option B1 OCXO Reference Oscillator
• Option B3 Multi Reference Frequency In/Out
• Option B14 = Rate Set 2 (13k vocoder support)
• Option B60 = Carrier Board for B61/B62
• Option B61 = IEEE/IEC-Bus Interface
• Option B62 = Memory Card Interface
• Option B81 = AWGN Generator
• Option K1 = US Cellular IS-95 CDMA 800 MHz Test Capabilities
• Option K2 = PCS PCS1900/1700 MHz Test Capabilities
  

The CMD80 Communication Test Set provides the ideal one-box solution for testing digital mobile radio equipment - CDMA, GSM, DCS 1800, DCS 1900. The unit is a compact tester for CDMA mobiles which provides full signaling capabilities. The mobile RF parameters are verified under similiar conditions as found in a real network (the tester simulates a base station, makes a call to the mobile, and performs the measurements without any special test modes in the device-under-test.)

Features

¿ Fast measurement speed
¿ High measurement accuracy and repeatability
¿ High reliability and quality
¿ High flexibility
¿ Triple mode (CDMA, TDMA, Analog) dual band (cellular, PCS) in one box
¿ Easy to use
¿ Remote control via IEEE488/IEC625 bus
¿ Autotest - complete mobile testing at a keystroke
¿ Remote control via GPIB or RS232
¿ Suitable for production, development and service
¿ Very fast remote control operation
¿ Excellent price/ performance ratio
¿ Voice lookback and comprehensive testing of mobiles
¿ Powerful signaling capabilties
¿ Simple interactive operation
¿ Compact and lightweight
¿ No specialized network knowledge required
¿ Service mode for exact fault location

 

Rohde & Schwarz SMH .1 to 2 GHZ Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

Incredible spectral purity and precise accurate performance for a budget price

  The Rohde & Scwarz SMH is fast, high-resolution synthesizer featuring great ease of operation as well as versatile modulation and sweep capabilities. High spectral purity and short setting times make the SMH ideal signal generators for communications systems, EMC/EMS measuring systems, IF components of satellite transmission as well as radar, avionics and navigation equipment.

Typical measurement applications

• Antenna patterns
• Overload capabilities of receivers
• Intermodulation, crossmodulation
• Electromagnetic compatibility
• Linearity of amplifiers
• Shielding effectiveness

 

Main features

• Short frequency setting time of 15 ms, fast sweep, high measurement rate in automatic test systems
• RF and AF sweep without level transients; phase-continuous frequency steps
• Spectral purity, excellent weighted and unweighted S/N ratio, low spurious FM
• Excellent RF shielding allowing accurate measurements even on the smallest of signal levels
• Non-interrupting level variation within a range of 20 dB
• Modulation generator with 8 fixed frequencies
• AM, FM AC and FM DC, phase and pulse modulation; two-tone modulation possible
• Great ease of operation: nonvolatile storage of 50 instrument setups, memory sequence, level and frequency offset adjustable

 

 

Tektronix AWG2021 125 MHz Arbitrary Function Generator

Rent me for $200 a month

   The Tektronix AWG2021 offers 250 MS/s and 256 k deep memory. As with the entire AWG2000 Series, the graphical user interface allows on-screen viewing of waveform editing, simplifying "what if" test scenarios by allowing the easy creation of composite signals.

   The standard AWG2021configuration provides one 5 V output or a second independent 5 V output (Opt. 02) each with 12-Bit vertical resolution. Frequency of channel 2 is also independently programmable. Option 03 adds a 12-Bit wide differential ECL digital port which can be used in conjunction with the marker outputs for data generation up to 14 Bits wide at up to 250 MHz. Or if you prefer, Option 04 provides TTL digital levels with up to two 12-Bit, 100 MS/s ports for a total of 28 Bits wide. The built-in frequency domain (FFT) editor (Opt. 09) is a perfect addition for customers performing proprietary or standard modulation simulations, filter design or in physical layer testing. Real-time waveform sequencing extends the effective record length output to over a billion points! The AWG2021 easily simulates signals where moderate point definition and long records are required for simulating very complex waveform conditions. Direct waveform transfer capability makes the AWG2021 the perfect complement to selected Tektronix oscilloscopes

Features

• 250 MS/s Clock Rate Provides up to 125 MHz Waveforms
• 256 k Memory Depth
• 12-Bit Vertical Resolution
• Direct DSO Waveform Transfers
• Region Shift Function Provides 4 ps Edge Placement
• Optional 12-Bit 250 MHz (ECL) or 12/24-Bit 100 MHz (TTL) Digital Data Generator
• Built-in 1.4 MB, 3.5 in. Floppy Disk
• FFT Frequency Domain Editor (Opt. 09)
• Real-time Waveform Sequencer to Easily Create Automatic Test Sequences and Extremely Long Patterns
• Formula Entry of Waveforms
• Channel Summing (with Opt. 02)
• Fully Programmable from Front Panel, RS-232 and GPIB (IEEE-488.2)

Tektronix AWG2021 125 MHz Arbitrary Function Generator

Rent me for $200 a month

with options

• 2  Second independent 5 V output
• 3  12-Bit wide differential ECL digital port
• 4  TTL digital levels with up to two 12-Bit, 100 MS/s

   The Tektronix AWG2021 offers 250 MS/s and 256 k deep memory. As with the entire AWG2000 Series, the graphical user interface allows on-screen viewing of waveform editing, simplifying "what if" test scenarios by allowing the easy creation of composite signals.

   The standard AWG2021configuration provides one 5 V output or a second independent 5 V output (Opt. 02) each with 12-Bit vertical resolution. Frequency of channel 2 is also independently programmable. Option 03 adds a 12-Bit wide differential ECL digital port which can be used in conjunction with the marker outputs for data generation up to 14 Bits wide at up to 250 MHz. Or if you prefer, Option 04 provides TTL digital levels with up to two 12-Bit, 100 MS/s ports for a total of 28 Bits wide. The built-in frequency domain (FFT) editor (Opt. 09) is a perfect addition for customers performing proprietary or standard modulation simulations, filter design or in physical layer testing. Real-time waveform sequencing extends the effective record length output to over a billion points! The AWG2021 easily simulates signals where moderate point definition and long records are required for simulating very complex waveform conditions. Direct waveform transfer capability makes the AWG2021 the perfect complement to selected Tektronix oscilloscopes

Features

• 250 MS/s Clock Rate Provides up to 125 MHz Waveforms
• 256 k Memory Depth
• 12-Bit Vertical Resolution
• Direct DSO Waveform Transfers
• Region Shift Function Provides 4 ps Edge Placement
• Optional 12-Bit 250 MHz (ECL) or 12/24-Bit 100 MHz (TTL) Digital Data Generator
• Built-in 1.4 MB, 3.5 in. Floppy Disk
• FFT Frequency Domain Editor (Opt. 09)
• Real-time Waveform Sequencer to Easily Create Automatic Test Sequences and Extremely Long Patterns
• Formula Entry of Waveforms
• Channel Summing (with Opt. 02)
• Fully Programmable from Front Panel, RS-232 and GPIB (IEEE-488.2)

Tektronix AWG2040 500 MHz Arbitrary Function Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

 

Features

• 1.024 GS/sec Clock Rate Provides up to 500 MHz Waveforms
• 1 MB Record Length (4 MB with Opt. 01)
• 8-Bit (1/256) Vertical Resolution
• Direct Waveform Transfers from DSO
• Optional 8-Bit Digital Pattern Generator
• Built-in 1.4 MB PC-compatible 3.5 in. Floppy Disk for Storage and Transfer
• FFT Editor (Opt. 09) Allows Editing in the Frequency Domain
• Easily Create Automatic Test Sequences with Waveform Sequencing
• Formula Entry of Parameters for Mathematically Precise Waveforms
• Fully Programmable from Front Panel, RS-232, or GPIB (IEEE 488.2)

Applications

• Broadcast Telecom Test
• Network Test
• Computer Peripherals
• Electronic Warfare Simulation

Tektronix AWG520 2 Channel 500 MHz Arbitrary Waveform Generator

Rent me for $400 a month

with option

• 03 Add Channel 2 Data Generator

   The Tektronix AWG520's unique design combines a graphical editing display with powerful output capabilities to simplify the creation of arbitrary and complex waveforms and enable easy on-screen waveform editing. With the AWG520's many built-in intuitive and powerful features, you can easily develop and edit custom waveforms. Option 03 adds an independent 10¿bit-wide digital data port that can be used in conjunction with marker outputs for data generation up to 14¿bits wide at up to 1 GHz (14¿bits, AWG520). Direct waveform transfer capability makes the AWG520 the perfect complement to selected Tektronix oscilloscopes.

Features

• Two Channels with 10-Bit Vertical Resolution
• Independent 10-Channel, 1 GHz Digital Data Generation (Opt. 03)
• Built-in Independent Real-time Noise Generation
• External Clock Input Permits Jitter Insertion and Synchronization
• Supports Direct External Clock and 10 MHz Reference Input
• Unique Real-time Sequencing Links Multiple Waveform Files Creating Waveforms of Nearly Infinite Length
• Built-in Application Generates Jitter, Data Communication and Disk Drive Waveforms
• User Modified Isolation Pulse for Disk Drive Testing
• Replace Standard Function and Sweep Generators in Wide Range of Applications

   At 1 GS/s, the AWG 520 Series is the Highest Performance AWG Available from Tektronix with Two Channels with 10-bit Vertical Independent 10-channel, 1 GHz Data Generation (Option 03). As a member of the Tektronix family of arbitrary generators, the AWG 520 Series is an easy-to-use, high performance, mixed-signal source. The AWG 520 Series provides the world's fastest and deepest memory with its 1 GS/s sample clock rate Real-time Noise generation 10-bit vertical Programmable via GPIB File Transfers from GPIB graphical user interface WaveWriter Software support.

Applications

• Communications Design and Test:

  • Low Frequency Modulated RF with Components Using AM and FM Modulation
  • Digital Information Encoding Using FSK, PSK and QAM (Quadrature Modulation) for Cellular, Fax and Modem Communications
• Optical Communications Design and Test:

  • Reflections, Crosstalk and Ground Bounce Simulation
• Pulse Generation:

  • Duty Cycle Ranges from 0% to 100% for NRZ Data
  • Testing Clock/Gating Width Variations

Tektronix AWG610 800 MHz Arbitrary Waveform Generator

Rent me for $1500 a month

 Features 

• 2.6 GS/s Sample Rate to Test High-speed Devices and Subsystem
• 1 Analog and 2 Digital Output Markers to Produce Complex Mixed Analog and Digital Signals
• 8 M Point Record Length for Long Signal Playtimes
• 8-bit Vertical Resolution for Precise Signal Replication
• Analog Bandwidth to Over 800 MHz
• EZ Function Generator Mode Allows Quick Creation and Edit of Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Pulse and DC Waveforms
• Waveform Quick Editor with up to 400 fs Edge Timing Resolution Delivers Output Edge Control with Greater Timing Precision
• Real-time Sequencing Creates Infinite Waveform Loops, Jumps, Patterns and Conditional Branches
• Built-in Read Channel and Data Pattern Editing Capability
• GPIB and LAN (10Base-T) Interfaces
• Built-in Hard Drive for Mass Data Storage

Tektronix AWG710 4 GS/s 2 GHz Single Channel Arbitrary Waveform Generator

Rent me for $1500 a month

with option

• 01 32 MPts Waveform Memory

Features

• 4.0 GS/s Sample Rate Simulates Real-world Signals Up To 2.0 GHz
• 2 Markers With 1.6 psRMS Jitter Deliver Ultra-stable Timing to the Device-under-test (DUT)
• 16 M or 32 M Point Record Length Provide Longer Serial or Rotational Media Data Streams
• 8-bit Vertical Resolution for Precise Signal Replication
• EZ Function Generator Mode Allows Quick Creation and Edit of Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Pulse and DC Waveforms
• Waveform Quick Editor with 300 fs Edge Timing Resolution Delivers Output Edge Control with Near Real-time Precision
• Real-time Sequencing Creates Infinite Waveform Loops, Jumps, Patterns and Conditional Branches
• GPIB and LAN Interface

Possible Applications

• Disk Drive Read/Write
• Design and Test Communications Design and Test
• Arbitrary IF Baseband Signals
• Standard Waveforms for Communications
• Pulse Generation
• High-speed, Low-jitter
• Data and Clock Source
• Mixed Signal Design and Test Real-world Simulations
• Corruption and Enhancement of Ideal Waveforms
• Timing and Amplitude
• Signal Impairments
• Waveforms Imported from
• MathCad, MATLAB, Excel and Others
• Many other applications

Tektronix DG2020A Data Pattern Generator

Rent me for $750 a month

with option

• 002 Adds two 12-Bit digital ports for a total of 36 output channels.

   The DG2020A pattern generator provides digital designers with the high performance tools needed to evaluate digital semiconductors and logic circuits. Whatever you call your design process - characterization, debug, validation or verification - as a digital designer you must have a state-of-the-art digital pattern generation as you push the edge of the technology envelope and race to market. The DG2020A is an appropriate instrument for a wide variety of digital design applications. The table illustrates the principal specifications for the DG2020A.

Features

• Data Rate to 200 Mb/s
• Data Pattern Depth 64 K/channel Speeds Characterization
• Multiple Output Channels Increases Flexibility
  • DG2020A: 12, 24, or 36
• Precise Control of Output Parameters Include:
  • Variable Output Delay
  • Variable Output Level
  • Tri-state Output Control
• Transition Times 2 ns at 5 V_p-p
• Flexible Sequence Control with Jump, Event and Nested Loops
• Large Display for Easy-to-Use Data Editing
• Import Pattern Data with DG-link Software Utility
• Integrate into ATE Systems via GPIB/RS-232-C Interface

Applications

• Low Jitter for Clock Substitution
• Characterize Device Timing
• Simulate Missing Functions in System or Subsystem Evaluation
• Create Complex Data Patterns with Sophisticated Sequence, Looping, Jump on Event and Tri-state Output Control
• Characterize and Verify ASIC, FPGA and DACs
• Test Printer Engines or LCD Display Drivers
• Construct Logic Verification Systems Utilizing Tektronix Oscilloscopes or Logic Scopes
• Use in Conjunction with TLA Logic Analyzer to Provide Digital Stimulus

The DG2020A is the ideal solution for applications where you must characterize device or circuit timing and amplitude margins. The DG2020A graphical user interface allows you to quickly create complex data patterns with a few keystrokes on the front panel. Use the advanced sequence editing capability to insert infrequent faults or glitches in your data patterns to verify device or circuit recovery. The DG2020A is an invaluable tool, allowing you to simulate missing system functionality while meeting critical market windows.

The DG2020A outputs data at rates up to 200 Mb/s with 64 K data word length on up to 36 channels (12 standard) in 12-channel increments with 100 ps timing control. The P3420 variable output pod provides 500 mV_p-p to 9 V_p-p (-3 V to 7 V) in 100 mV steps. SMB connectors are used for each channel. The P3420 is capable of sourcing >30 mA current per channel - enough for your most demanding applications.

The DG2020A is designed for serious digital designers who create their own digital patterns or rely on a logic simulator to supply digital vectors.

Tektronix DTGM30 2 Channel  3.35 Gigabit Output Module

Rent me for $250 a month

For the Tektronix DTG5000 Data Timing Generator product family

   The Tektronix DTGM30 2 Channel Data Timing Generator output module for use in the DTG5000 series Data Generator mainframes such as the DTG5078 and DTG5274.

Features

• 2 complementary channels with 4 outputs
• Transition times: < 95 ps (VOL = 0.0, VOH = 0.1) (typ)
• Amplitude: 0.03 to 1.25 Vp-p/5 mV (into 50 ohms)
• DC Accuracy: ?50 mV into 50 ohm to GND
• Supported Logic: LVDS, CMOS, (P)ECL, LVPECL, CML

   The DTG5000 Series combines the power of a data generator with the capabilities of a pulse generator in a versatile, bench-top form factor, shortening the duration of complex test procedures and simplifying the generation of low-jitter, high-accuracy clock signals, parallel or serial data across multiple channels. Its modular platform allows you to easily configure the performance of the instrument to your existing and emerging needs to minimize equipment costs. Three mainframes and five plug-in output modules combine to cover a range of applications from legacy devices to the latest technologies. In addition, eight low-current, independently-controlled DC outputs can substitute for external power supplies. Each mainframe incorporates a full compliment of auxiliary input and output channels to easily integrate with other instruments, such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

Tektronix DTM21 4 Channel Single-Ended 1.1 Gigabit Output Module

Rent me for $250 a month

For the Tektronix DTG5000 Data Timing Generator product family

   For the Tektronix DTG5000 family of Data Timing Generators, the Tektronix DTGM21 is a 4 channel single-ended output module that provides higher output amplitudes into 50 ohm loads and includes tri-state (Hi Z) output control. Applications include semiconductor characterization at data rates up to 1.1Gb/, memory and bi-directional bus testing. The DTGM21 with both 50 ohm and 25 ohm source modes, is an improved replacement for the discontinued DTGM20 output module. The Tektronix DTGM21 is modular and plugs right in to the mainframe.

   The DTG5000 Series combines the power of a data generator with the capabilities of a pulse generator in a versatile, bench-top form factor, shortening the duration of complex test procedures and simplifying the generation of low-jitter, high-accuracy clock signals, parallel or serial data across multiple channels. Its modular platform allows you to easily configure the performance of the instrument to your existing and emerging needs to minimize equipment costs. Three mainframes and five plug-in output modules combine to cover a range of applications from legacy devices to the latest technologies. In addition, eight low-current, independently-controlled DC outputs can substitute for external power supplies. Each mainframe incorporates a full compliment of auxiliary input and output channels to easily integrate with other instruments, such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

Tektronix Gigabert GB700T Pattern Generator

Pattern Generator GB700T

• Frequency Range
  * Internal Clock Source: 150 kb/s to 705 Mb/s
  * External Clock: 150 kb/s to 705 Mb/s
• Freq. Resolution (Internal Clock): 1 kHz
• Clock Output Amplitude: 500 mV to 2.0 Vp-p in 50 mV steps
• Clock Output Offset: -2.0 V to 1.8 V in 50 mV steps
• Data Output Amplitude: 500 mV to 2.0 Vp-p in 50 mV steps
• Data Output Offset: -2.0 V to 1.8 V in 50 mV steps
• Data Delay Range: ±4 ns
• Data Delay Increments: 20 ps
• Clock Delay: ±4 ns
• Clock Delay: 20 ps
• PRBS Patterns (2n -1): 7, 15, 17, 20, 23
• Burst Mode (ECL levels only): Standard feature

 The GB700 operates at bit rates up to 700 Mb/s. These instruments are cost-effective for lower-speed applications today and will accommodate your future high-speed requirements as well.

The GB700 can generate pseudo-random bit sequences (PRBS) up to 2²³-1 bits in length or user-programmable patterns containing up to 128 Kbits so the user can effectively simulate live traffic or "worst case" patterns. Patterns can be created locally using setup menus or externally by using a workstation or PC. A PC Windows-based Pattern Editor software package comes with the GB700.

Not only will the GB700 Error Detectors synchronize with any pattern sourced by a gigaBERT Pattern Generator, they can perform a bit-by-bit comparison and bit error analysis on an arbitrary signal if provided with a known good external Reference data stream.

Moreover, the GB700 calculates errored seconds (ES), percentage error-free seconds (%EFS), severely-errored seconds (SES), degraded minutes (DM), unavailable seconds (US) and loss of signal (LOS) seconds. All bit error results - including the three BER measures - are calculated simultaneously and may be displayed during a test or after a test has been completed. A hard copy of all test results can be generated locally by connecting a printer to the parallel printer port or GPIB or RS-232 port. Reports may be printed when an error is detected, at the end of test intervals or both.

The GB700 performs a full-rate, bit-by-bit analysis of the received signal. Bit error results are then used to calculate three bit error rate (BER) measures. Total BER is calculated from the last power-on or reset. Window BER is calculated over a sliding window specified in terms of time (1 second to 24 hours) or bits (1⁸- to 1¹⁶-Bit). Test BER is calculated from the start of the current test.

 The GB700 provide easy operation augmented by set-up store and recall. Clear, concise LCD displays of setup and results make it easy to use.

 The and GB700 Pattern Generators and Error Detectors can be controlled via the GPIB or RS-232 interface ports. The gigaBERT remote command set includes commands for all setup menus and front panel selections. The status of front panel indicators and test results can be remotely accessed.

Tektronix HFS9003 Digital Stimulus System Mainframe

Rent me for $200 a month

Requires additional modules

When product designs were simple, and time-to-market not so critical, designers could afford the days, or even weeks, necessary to assemble, program, debug and characterize the various elements of a stimulus system and its fixturing. As product design complexity and market pressures have increased, however, designers of high-speed, high-performance circuits simply cannot afford this expenditure in time.

Now there's a solution. With Tektronix HFS9000 Stimulus Systems we've taken the features of a high-performance pulse generator, made them better and added complete data generation capabilities as well. We've eliminated the need for a switch matrix since we have data and timing on every pin. And the need for a separate power supply is gone, as the HFS9000 has the ability to produce the DC levels needed to drive logic lines directly. Finally, all these capabilities are present on every pin simultaneously, so you get extremely flexible formatting. Now you can set up a complete stimulus system in minutes, rather than hours or days, and test products more thoroughly throughout the development cycle.

Digital Architecture

The HFS9000 Series products were designed as completely programmable digital instruments rather than being based on traditional monostable analog architecture. This allows more capability and flexibility in pulse edge placement without the restrictions that analog instruments commonly impose. Now you can adjust both Delay and Width from 0 to 20 µs over all frequencies.

Modular Design

You can build a stimulus system with from four to 36 channels in one mainframe, and 640 or more channels across multiple phase-locked mainframes. Choose from the HFS9003 mainframe with 3-slot, 12-Channel capability, or the HFS9009 mainframe with 9-slot, 36-Channel capability. Both systems can include the 4-Channel HFS9DG1 and HFS9DG2 Data Time Generator cards in any combination.

All channels are slaved to a common clock, resulting in highly accurate channel-to-channel edge placement. This makes the HFS9000 ideal for precise characterization and evaluation of synchronous devices having multiple, and possibly interactive, inputs.

Full Channel Deskew Capability

All HFS9000 channels have independent, wide deskew ranges to allow precise pulse alignment and timing at the device under test (DUT). Deskew compensates for the timing differences caused by cabling and fixturing so your analysis can be focused on the relative timing at the DUT.

1 ps Timing Resolution

No other system lets you generate whatever combination of signals is required, with data and timing on every pin with 1 ps resolution. Now you can create data buses, clocks, strobes, gated clocks, logic level sources, pseudorandom bits and other stimuli with unequaled accuracy. You can perform setup and hold time margin tests by providing the clock, data, set and reset signals to the DUT. And you can hold inactive signals at programmable high or low logic levels, eliminating the need for external DC voltage sources and microwave switches.

Tektronix HFS9PG2 2 Channel Pattern Generator

Rent me for $500 a month

For the HFS9003 Stimulus System

 The HFS 9PG2 pulse generator cards provide two output channels with outputs up to 600 Mhz. Each channel has both normal OUTPUT and inverted OUTPUT connectors. The HFS9PG2 can provide a voltage range of  ¿2 V  to +5.5 V

Typical Characteristics ¿ HFS 9PG2 Output Performance

Operation when terminated to high impedance loads Output level range will double until certain internal limits are achieved. Since the programmed, specified, and displayed output levels do not match the actual output levels, level accuracy specifications do not apply when terminating to a high impedance load. Because of the larger voltage swings associated with doubled level range, output transition time specifications do not apply when driving a high impedance load. Transition time accuracy 20% to 80% ±10% of setting, ±300 ps Output aberrations Overshoot: +15%, +20 mV Undershoot: ¿10%, ¿20 mV

Tektronix SPG-170A

Description:

The SPG170A sync generator offers all the features expected in a sync generator, plus the advantages of digital accuracy and system flexibility. Ideal for either master or slave generator operation, the SPG170A features stable performance and a rugged 1.75 in. package. The SPG170A Option 1 provides even more versatility by adding SMPTE color bars with programmable identification and audio tone.

Wavetek 295 50 MHz Arbitary Waveform Generator

Rent me for $200 a month

with option

• Second Arbitrary Channel

   The Wavetek 295 has a 50 MHz sampling frequency with 1ppm accuracy. Up to 4 independent channels can be installed. On screen graphical interface and mouse. 12 bit vertical resolution 32K (128K optional) horizontal points per channel. IEEE 488.2 and SCPI compatible.

50 MS/s Synthesized Multichannel Arbitrary Waveform Generators

• Up to 4 Independent Channels (1 standard)
• 10 Standard Functions (sine to 20 Mhz, Square to 25 MHz)
• Up to 50 MS/s Sampling with 12-Bit Vertical Resolution
• Versatile Inter-channel Triggering, Summing and Phase Control
• Frequency Sweep
• Amplitude and Suppressed Carrier Modulation
• Graphical User Interface
• Front Panel Waveform Creation/Editing Tools
• Floppy Disk Drive
• GPIB and RS-232 Interfaces
• Compatible with Waveform DSP2
• SCPI Compatible

It's Easy to Create Any Waveform

* Waveforms can be created, copied, edited, downloaded, and sequenced, all with a few clicks of the mouse
* Modifying waveforms is a snap with tools such as Vertical Resize and Vertical Move
* An internal memory of 60 kB is provided for storing the waveforms you create

• You can create waveforms with mathematical precision by entering math expressions using the numerical keys on the front panel.
• Waveforms with straight lines, as in pulse or digital applications, Line Draw allows you to use the mouse to draw the lines on an oscilloscope
• Freehand Draw gives the flexibility of using the mouse to draw a waveform on the oscilloscope in much the same way as with a pencil on paper
• Sum multiple channels to create complex waveforms
• Create long, complex waveforms with linked sequence operation - up to 4 waveforms can be linked together

Specifications

• Standard Waveforms: Sine, square, triangle, pseudo-random noise, positive ramp, negative ramp, positive haversine, negative haversine, sin x/x and DC
• Frequency Range
  * Sine: 1 mHz to 20 MHz
  * Square: 1 mHz to 25 MHz
  * Haversines: 1 mHz to 20 MHz
  * All Others: (25 pt. waveform) 1 mHz to 2 MHz
• Waveform Quality
  * Square Transition Time: For ≤ 10 Vp-p: <9.0 ns; For > 10 Vp-p: <9.5 ns
  * Square Aberrations: < 5%
  * Sine Distortion: (Elliptic filter selected)
  <100 kHz, ≤ 15 Vp-p: No harmonic > -55 dBc
  <100 kHz, ≤ 10 Vp-p: No harmonic > -60 dBc
  <5 MHz, ≤ 10 Vp-p: No harmonic > -45 dBc
  <5 MHz, > 10 Vp-p: No harmonic > -40 dBc
  <20 MHz, ≤ 10 Vp-p: No harmonic > -35 dBc
  <20 MHz, > 10 Vp-p: No harmonic > -28 dBc
• Arbitrary Waveforms: Max. number of user defined waveforms: 450
  * Resolution: Horizontal: 32k points standard (128k/512k points optional), minimum waveform size 5 points; Vertical: 12 bits (4096 points)