02 | Keysight | MXG X-Series Signal Generators N5181B Analog & N5182B Vector - Configuration Guide
Configure Your MXG X-Series Signal Generator
This step-by-step process will help you configure your MXG signal generator and choose options to meet your requirements. For
detailed specifications, refer to the MXG signal generator data sheet (5991-0038EN).
N5181B MXG X-Series RF Analog Signal Generator
Configure your new MXG analog signal generator
Step 1. Select maximum frequency range (required option; frequency range not upgradeable)
Description
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 3 GHz
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 6 GHz
Step 2. Choose connector configuration
Description
Move all connectors to rear panel
Step 3. Choose performance enhancement options
Description
AM, FM, phase modulation
Low phase noise
Enhanced low phase noise
Fast switching
Narrow pulse modulation
Pulse train generator
Multifunction generator
Avionics
Instrument security and removable memory card
High output power
Low specified power (< -110 dBm)
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
Expanded license key upgradability
Step 4. Choose accessory and documentation options
Description
Rack slide kit
Front handle kit
Rack mount flange kit
Rack mount flange kit with front handles
Hard transit case
CD-ROM containing English documentation set
Service documentation, assembly and component
Option number
Additional information
N5181B-503
Not compatible with 506
N5181B-506
Not compatible with 503
Option number
Additional information
N5181B-1EM
Not upgradable
Option number
Additional information
N5181B-UNT
N5181B-UNX
Not compatible with UNY, not upgradable
N5181B-UNY
Not compatible with UNX, not upgradeable
N5181B-UNZ
N5181B-UNW
N5181B-320
Requires UNW
N5181B-303
N5181B-302
N5181B-006
N5181B-1EA
N5181B-1EQ
N5181B-1ER
N5181B-099
Option 099 is recommended for anyone considering future upgrades.
Option 099 simplifies the upgrade process by enabling upgrades via
a license key for Options 1EA, 1EQ, and UNZ. Without Option 099,
upgrades for these options require purchase and installation of hardware
in a field retrofit kit. For more information, visit
www.keysight.com/find/mxg_upgrades.
Option number
1CR012A
1CN006A
1CM010A
1CP004A
N5181B-AXT
N5181B-CD1
N5181B-0BW
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