Analog Modulation
Configuring Pulse Modulation
Configuring Pulse Modulation
In this example, you will learn how to create a pulse-modulated RF carrier.
To Set the RF Output Frequency
Preset
1. Press
.
Frequency
2
2. Press
>
To Set the RF Output Amplitude
Amplitude
0
dBm
Press
>
>
To Set the Pulse Period and Width
Pulse
Pulse Period
1. Press
>
Pulse
Pulse Width
2. Press
>
The signal generator is now configured to output a 0 dBm, pulse-modulated carrier at 2 GHz with a
100-microsecond pulse period and 24-microsecond pulse width. The pulse source is set to Internal Free Run.
(Notice that Internal Free Run is the default for the
To Activate Pulse Modulation
Follow these remaining steps to output the pulse-modulated signal.
Pulse Off On
1. Press
to On.
RF On/Off
2. Press
.
The Pulse and RF ON annunciators are now displayed. This indicates that you have enabled pulse
modulation and the signal is now being transmitted from the RF OUTPUT connector.
82
GHz
>
.
.
100
usec
>
>
.
24
usec
>
>
.
Pulse Source
softkey.)
Chapter 4