Rohde & Schwarz SMU200A Signal Generator
The Rohde & Schwarz SMU200A Signal Generator is engineered to satisfy the demanding requirements of modern communication systems. This state-of-the-art Vector Signal Generator integrates up to two independent signal generators within a compact design that occupies only four height units, ensuring unparalleled RF and baseband performance.
Versatile Configuration
Configured as two distinct signal generators in a single unit, the SMU200A offers an extensive range of customization options to meet diverse testing needs:
- Frequency options from 100 kHz to 2.2/3/4/6 GHz for the first RF path
- Optional second RF path available up to 2.2 GHz or 3 GHz
- Capability to support up to two complete baseband paths
- Seamless combination of baseband signals in the digital domain, ideal for testing multistandard base stations
Exceptional Signal Quality
The SMU200A ensures superior signal quality with a range of advanced features designed for precision:
- I/Q modulator with 200 MHz RF bandwidth
- Extremely low SSB phase noise of typ. -135 dBc at f = 1 GHz
- Enhanced phase noise performance reaching typ. -139 dBc
- Wideband noise performance of typ. -153 dBc for CW signals
- Outstanding Adjacent Channel Leakage Ratio (ACLR) of typically +70 dB for 3GPP FDD
- High level repeatability of just 0.05 dB
- Robust output power of up to +19 dBm (PEP) with overrange functionality up to +26 dBm
- Includes a high-stability reference oscillator as standard
Extreme Flexibility for MIMO Testing
The SMU200A excels in MIMO testing capabilities, featuring:
- 2 x 2 MIMO with real-time fading support
- Ability to combine two units for 2 x 4 or 4 x 2 MIMO configurations
- Optional fading simulator with up to 40 fading paths
- Comprehensive support for EUTRA/LTE FDD and TDD signal generation
- Supports WiMAX™ standards including IEEE 802.16-2004/Corr1-2005, 802.16e-2005 and WiBro
- Facilitates four code channels in real-time for 3GPP FDD, including HSDPA and HSUPA
- Capable of mixed frames incorporating GSM, EDGE, and EGPRS2 slots
- Includes a baseband generator with universal coder for real-time signal generation
- Features an Arbitrary Waveform Generator supporting 16 Msamples, 64 Msamples, or 128 Msamples
User-Friendly Interface
The SMU200A is designed with user convenience in mind, offering:
- Bright color display at 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA format)
- An intuitive user interface featuring graphical signal flow displays
- Built-in transient recorder for graphical baseband signal visualization
- A context-sensitive help system for seamless navigation
- Rapid frequency and level setting times for efficient operation
- Electronic attenuator functioning up to 6 GHz across the full level range
- Flexibility with high-speed measurements using RF List mode and multisegment waveforms
- Compact design accommodating two complete generators in one instrument
- Optional digital I/Q input and output capabilities
- Support for R&S NRP power sensors and remote operations via Gigabit Ethernet and GPIB
- USB connectors for easy integration with keyboard, mouse, and memory devices
- LXI Class C compliance for enhanced connectivity