Agilent / HP N5172B EXG RF Vector Signal Generator
The Agilent / HP N5172B EXG RF Vector Signal Generator is engineered for high-performance signal generation, tailored for parametric testing of components and receiver calibration. Designed for precision, its exceptional hardware performance ensures faster throughput, increased uptime, and unparalleled accuracy and repeatability.
Key Features:
- Maximized yield through outstanding hardware performance
- Industry-leading ACPR, EVM, and output power for confidence in component testing
- Fast switching speed for optimized throughput
- Compact two-rack unit height for space-efficient test setups
- Easily upgradeable to meet evolving needs
- Supports a wide range of sophisticated applications for flexible signal testing
Specifications:
Signal Characteristics:
- Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 3 or 6 GHz
- Output Power: +21 dBm up to 3 GHz with electronic attenuation
- Simultaneous frequency, power, and waveform switching in < 900 μs
- ACPR: ≤ -73 dBc for W-CDMA 64 DPCH; EVM: < 0.4% for 80 MHz 802.11ac
Modulation and Sweep:
- Modulation Types: AM, FM, PM, narrow pulse
- 10 MHz multifunction generator and LF output
- Digital step and list sweep modes
- I/Q modulation capabilities: ASK, FSK, MSK, PSK, QAM, custom I/Q
Baseband Generation and Signal Creation:
- 120 MHz internal baseband generator with ±0.2 dB flatness
- 512 Msample playback memory
- 30 GB internal or 8 GB external, removable memory options
- Supports signals including LTE, HSPA+, WLAN, GNSS, DVB, and more
- Multi-channel baseband generation with N5102A digital I/O, MIMO, and RF fading available
Automation and Communication Interface:
- Interfaces: 1000BaseT LAN, LXI, USB 2.0, GPIB
- Supported Protocols: SCPI, IVI-COM, MATLAB drivers
- Backward compatibility with ESG, MXG, PSG, and 8648x signal generators
- Embedded display and SCPI control compatible with Agilent USB power sensor
Frequency Specifications:
- Phase Offset: Adjustable in nominal 0.1° increments
- Frequency switching speed of ≤ 5 ms (CW and List/Step modes)
Amplitude Specifications:
- Output Range: +30 to -144 dBm with 0.01 dB resolution
- Maximum Output Power:
- 9 kHz to 10 MHz: Standard +13 dBm, Option 1EA +17 dBm
- 10 MHz to 3 GHz: Standard +18 dBm, Option 1EA +21 dBm
- 3 to 6 GHz: Standard +16 dBm, Option 1EA +18 dBm
Why Choose the Agilent / HP N5172B?
The Agilent / HP N5172B EXG RF Vector Signal Generator is indispensable for any testing environment, offering superior performance and flexibility that meets the demands of modern RF testing applications.
