100 kHz to 12 GHz Signal Generator APSIN12G
The APSIN12G is a low-noise and fast-switching microwave signal generator covering a frequency range from 100 kHz up to 12 GHz. The APSIN12G comprises a full set of analogue modulation (AM, FM; PM, Pulse, Pulse trains, Chirps) while the APSIN20G-NM does not support any modulation and acts as a CW only signal source. With a 0.001 Hz frequency resolution, a wide and accurately leveled output power range, and low spurious levels, the APSIN20G operates with an ultra-stable temperature compensated 100 MHz reference (OCXO) and can be phase-locked to any external reference from 1 to 200 MHz. Available also as truly portable model with internal rechargeable battery module, this instrument offers a reliable and powerful alternative to expensive high-end microwave signal generators, where small size and excellent microwave performance at an attractive cost is required.
Maximum Output Power with option HP
Phase Noise with option LN
Features
- Only 30 µs frequency switching time
- Very low SSB phase noise: -126 dBc/Hz at 4 GHz and 100 kHz offset
- Comprehensive AM, low-distortion, wideband DCFM, and high speed pulse modulation for testing all types of receivers
- LAN/USB/GPIB (optional) remote control with SCPI 1999 command set
- Input for USB power sensor
- Powerful trigger and sweeping modes
Applications
- R&D low noise signal source
- Production testing (industry-leading switching times; high dynamic range)
- Service and maintenance
- Signal simulation (Radar, WiMax, UWB)
- Aerospace & Defense (Pulse modulator, Chirps)
Options
- HP: higher output power option
- PE3: extended power range down to -90 dBm (Step Attenuator added)
- NM: remove of modulation
- LN: ultra low phase noise
- FS: enhanced switching speed
- B3: battery module
- GPIB: IEEE-488.2,1987 programming interface
- 1URM: 1U rackmount case
- TP: 3U case with touch panel
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency | |||
| Range | 100 kHz to 12 GHz | ||
| Resolution | 0.001 Hz | ||
| Accuracy | 0.1 ppm | ||
| Power | |||
| Range | -20 dBm to +15 dBm | ||
| -90 dBm to > +13 dBm | with option PE3 | ||
| -20 dBm to > +25 dBm | with option HP | ||
| Resolution | 0.01 dB | ||
| Accuracy | < 1 dB | ||
| Switching speed | 30 µs | with option FS | |
| SSB Phase noise at 4 GHz | |||
| at 10 Hz from carrier | -88 dBc/Hz | with option LN | |
| at 1 kHz from carrier | -115 dBc/Hz | with option LN | |
| at 100 kHz from carrier | -126 dBc/Hz | with option LN | |
| at 10 MHz from carrier | -145 dBc/Hz | with option LN | |
| Sweeps | List, Frequency, Power | ||
| Modulation | AM, FM, PM, Pulse, Chirp | ||
| Remote control | Ethernet, USB, GPIB, SCPI | ||