The RF Explorer Signal Generator baseline model RFE6GEN is a powerful, wideband fully programmable RF signal generator. It is the perfect companion for Spectrum Analyzer RF Explorer product line.
As a standalone unit, RFE6GEN can generate CW and Sweep signals by selecting embedded menu options. When connected to a PC, it can be fully programmed with the RF Explorer for Windows software tool. Furthermore, the unit can work as a powerful Tracking Generator when used with RF Explorer Spectrum Analyzer connected to the same PC, offering full Scalar Network Analyzer (SNA) capabilities. The SNA feature allows full characterization of filters, amplifiers and any 2-port RF device.
For advanced harmonic filtering, higher output power accuracy and additional capabilities please consider the RF Explorer Signal Generator Combo model. Full specifications of this model in this link. An expansion board is available to easily upgrade baseline Signal Generator RFE6GEN into a Combo model.
For full specifications please use Specifications and Datasheet document.
A summary of main performance parameters are listed in the table below.
Parameter |
Value |
Frequency range |
23.4MHz to 6GHz |
Frequency step/resolution |
1Khz |
Frequency stability |
±0.5ppm |
Frequency accuracy |
±1ppm |
Output power range |
40dBm to -30dBm in 3dB steps |
Output power resolution |
3dB |
Output power accuracy |
Typical ±3dB |
Output power stability |
Typical ±0.5dB |
Output amplitude settling time |
500uS |
Output protection |
25VDC |
Harmonics |
Typical -10dBc |
Spurious |
Typical less than |
Phase Noise |
Typical less than -125dBc/Hz |
Frequency Sweep settling |
< 5ms |
Amplitude Sweep settling |
< 500uS |
Sweep hops range |
unlimited |
Functional modes |
CW |
Operating temperature |
0-45C |
Connector type |
SMA 50 ohms |
Display |
Graphics LCD 128x64 pixels |
Backlight |
5 levels |
Weight |
185g |
Size |
113x70x25 mm |
Programmable |
USB generic API |
Software |
Windows PC |
Certification |
CE/FCC/RoHS/MSDS |