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USB/Ethernet Synthesized Signal Generators
AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867(R95153) File: AN49003.doc
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User guide
SSG-15G-RC
10 to 15000 MHz: -50 to +15 dBm
Ultra Wideband, very fine freq. resolution
SSG-6000RC
25 to 6000 MHz: -65 to +14 dBm
Wideband, fine frequency resolution
SSG-6001RC
1 to 6000 MHz: -70 to +15 dBm
Wideband, fine frequency resolution

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  • Page 1 25 to 6000 MHz: -65 to +14 dBm Wideband, fine frequency resolution SSG-6001RC 1 to 6000 MHz: -70 to +15 dBm Wideband, fine frequency resolution AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867(R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 2 This guide is subject to change, qualifications, variations, adjustments or modifications without notice and may contain errors, omissions, inaccuracies, mistakes or deficiencies. Mini-Circuits assumes no responsibility for, and will have no liability on account of, any of the foregoing. Accordingly, this guide should be used as a guideline only.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.3 Main Screen ....................22-24 3.3.1 Top Row (Fig 3.3): ....................22 3.3.2 Frequency (Fig 3.3): ....................22 Page 3 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 4 3.7.2 Triggered Pulse Source : ..................33 3.7.3 Square Pulse Source : ..................33 3.7.4 External Modulation Pulse Source : ............... 34 3.7.5 Dynamic pulse mode (SSG-15G-RC only) : ............35 3.7.6 Pulse width limits : ....................36 3.7.7 Pulse rate limit : ..................... 36 3.8 Multi Generator Control: ................

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 - General Information

    1.4 General Safety Precautions Please observe the following safety precautions at all times when using Mini-Circuits SSG Synthesized Signal Generators. Ensure that all instruments using mains power supply are properly grounded to prevent risk of WARNING electrical shock.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    4160 operating hours (See section 3.10 on automatic tracking of operation time). Calibration service is available from Mini-Circuits, for details; see the Ordering, Pricing & Availability Information link from individual model pages on the website.

  • Page 7: Model Selection

    1.8 Model Selection Mini-Circuits’ generators are capable of CW, pulsed RF, and both frequency and power sweeps up, down or bi-directionally. The generators are supplied with Graphical User Interface (GUI) software and DLL files to allow control through third party applications on both 32 and 64 bit operating systems.

  • Page 8: Ssg-15G-Rc Front And Rear Panels

    Provides Ethernet control of Generator (see section 3.2 for details) 1.9.3 Intended Applications Mini-Circuits Synthesized Signal Generators are intended for indoor use in the following applications:  Lab and test equipment setups for both manual and automated measurement.  Production line testing ...

  • Page 9: Ssg-6Xxx Series Front And Rear Panels

    Fan cover and slots on the side of the generator must be kept clear to allow Fan Cover airflow Page 9 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 10: Conformity

    Telnet – SSG models support all requirements for communicating with the Telnet protocol, as defined in RFC 854. SSH – The SSG-15G-RC also supports the requirements for SSH protocol, as defined by RFCs 4250-4253, 4419, 5647, 5656 and 6668. 1.9.6 Supported Software Environments...

  • Page 11: Included Accessories And Options

    Bracket mounting kit  Calibration service. For additional details and ordering information see specific model datasheet. Page 11 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 12: Chapter 2 - Installation And Setup

    If you have had any problems installing the software, we’re here to help. Try following these complete step-by-step instructions. If you still experience problems, give us a call at Mini-Circuits Worldwide Technical support. It’s (718) 934-4500, or e-mail apps@minicircuits.com for North America, or go to minicircuits.com/contact/worldwide_ tech_support.html for other regional numbers and addresses.
  • Page 13 Then double click on the setup.exe icon. Figure 2.1.3 Setup file listing window Page 13 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 14: Installation

    To proceed, click “Yes” to accept the agreement. 2.2.3The license agreement Figure 2.2.3 License agreement Page 14 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 15 Figure 2.2.4 Installation program window 2.2.5 The signal generator program will be located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\Mini- Circuits\SSG folder, with shortcuts placed on the Windows Start Menu (under Mini-Circuits -> Signal Generator) and on your desktop. Page 15 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc...

  • Page 16: Ssg Series Physical Setup

    Connect USB cable between SSG unit USB port and computer USB port – Turn on the SSG unit, note that the LED lights up (For SSG-15G-RC you will also hear the fan start up with a sharp whistle, then settle down after a few seconds).

  • Page 17: Chapter 3 - Using Mini-Circuits Generator Gui Program

    3.1.1 Go to the Start menu and select All Programs>Mini-Circuits Generator (default), or go to the other destination address you selected earlier. The “Mini-Circuits Generator” icon should be waiting there for you. Click on it, and get started! Figure 3.1.1: Startup screen 3.1.2 The startup screen allows you...
  • Page 18 IP address, or disable the proxy server to connect to the generator via Ethernet. 3.1.7The Ethernet Configuration Settings are: Page 18 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 19 See section 3.2 for working with Ethernet control. Page 19 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 20: Starting The Generator Software In Ethernet Control

    3.1. For Ethernet control either type the IP address and port of the generator, or click on the search icon. Figure 3.2.1: Startup screen (search icon) Page 20 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 21 Figure 3.2.3: Ethernet startup screen Note: changing Ethernet settings is only possible via USB control, see section 3.1.6 for details. Page 21 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 22: Main Screen

    – Power Units Select dBm, mW or µW units for the power display. Page 22 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 23: Bottom Row (Fig 3.3)

    For more information see the generator programming guide. Page 23 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 24: Frequency Scroll Bar Step Size Screen

    Sets the minimum frequency step size (10 kHz to 1GHz step) when dragging the frequency scroll bar. Page 24 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 25: Power Scroll Bar Step Size Screen

    Page 25 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 26: Sweep & Hop Mode

    2. Any command sent to the generator during the Sweep/Hop will result in stopping the sequence. Page 26 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 27: Power Sweep

    Step Size – Frequency, in MHz for all the frequency points in the power sweep. Freq. Page 27 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 28: Frequency Sweep

    – Power level, in dBm for all the points in the frequency sweep. Power dBm Page 28 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 29: Hop Mode

    To delete a point entered click on the number at the leftmost column then the delete button. Page 29 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 30: Save Or Open A Prepared Sweep

    O.K. Figure 3.6.5 Sweep Mode –Open &Save window Page 30 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 31: Pulse Mode

    – Begins generating a pulsed RF signal according to the conditions specified. Run Pulse Figure 3.7b Pulsed RF, signal plot Page 31 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 32: Free Run Pulse Source

    – Shows the calculated frequency at which the pulses repeat, based on the values entered. Pulse Rate – Shows the calculated ratio between Pulse Width and Pulse Period. Duty Cycle Page 32 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 33: Triggered Pulse Source

    RF pulses of set, 50% duty cycle with selected pulse rate and the specified carrier wave. Figure 3.7.3 Square pulse mode Window Page 33 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 34: External Modulation Pulse Source

    Limitations of Pulse rate will vary according to model. See specific model datasheet for details. Figure 3.7.4 Square pulse mode Window Page 34 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 35: Dynamic Pulse Mode (Ssg-15G-Rc Only)

    3.7.5 Dynamic pulse mode (SSG-15G-RC only) : This mode, currently available only in the SSG-15G-RC allows setting a sequence of up to 100 different pulses with pulse width, pulse period and RF signal power and frequency set individually for each signal. To start this mode click on the dynamic pulse button and a new window will open.

  • Page 36: Pulse Width Limits

    Figure 3.7.7 Pulse rate alert window Page 36 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 37: Multi Generator Control

    – Clicking on this will cause the program to generate the table of frequency and power points as Build shown in Fig 3.8.1. Page 37 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 38: Bottom Of Screen

    If this option is not selected, the generators will continue outputting the last signal when you click on ‘Stop,’ or the sweep ends. Page 38 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 39: Save Or Open A Prepared Sweep

    O.K. Figure 3.8.3 Multi Generator sweep –Open &Save window Page 39 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 40: Updating Generator Firmware

    3.9 Updating Generator Firmware: 3.9.1 All SSG units are shipped with the latest available firmware and an update is usually not required. Mini-Circuits occasionally makes firmware update files available as a courtesy to add additional features or correct known issues. Please contact testsolutions@minicircuits.com for details.
  • Page 41 CAUTION updated. Doing so may damage the generator. 2. Before clicking on ‘Connect’ verify you have a firmware upgrade file for the SSG-15G-RC, once you start the upgrade process the old firmware will not function. 3.9.6 After the Firmware Upgrade application starts click connect, the SSG firmware will shut down and the Application will list the Firmware boot loader revision.
  • Page 42 GUI program with the SSG unit connected you will see an alert advising you the firmware was corrupted. Click Yes to restore the firmware from the upgrade file you have as per sections 3.9.6 to 3.9.7 (SSG-15G-RC) or sections 3.9.10 to 3.9.12 (SSG-6xxxRC models). Figure 3.9.8 SSG-15G-RC Damaged Firmware alert 3.9.9 If the firmware was damaged, but you...
  • Page 43 Do not disconnect the generator or shut down the program while the firmware is being updated. CAUTION Doing so may damage the generator. Figure 3.9.11 Firmware – Progress bar window Page 43 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 44 Figure 3.9.12 Firmware – successful update Page 44 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 45: Tracking Calibration Status

    (recommended interval 4160 hours) or date (recommended interval 2 years). Figure 3.10.2 Calibration Tracking Window Page 45 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 46 Figure 3.10.3a Red CAL button Figure 3.10.3b calibration reminder pop-up Page 46 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 47: Power Up State Configuration(For Ssg-6000Rc Only)

    Figure 3.11.2 Power up configuration screen Page 47 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 48: Using Reference And Trigger Signals

    GUI, or the generator programming manual for preparing your own software to use the Trigger function. Page 48 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...
  • Page 49 3.12.7 During Internal Pulse modulation SSG-6000RC and SSG-6001RC produce a trigger out at the start of every pulse automatically. Page 49 of 50 AN-49-003 Rev.: E (September 6, 2019) M175867 (R95153) File: AN49003.doc This document and its contents are the property of Mini-Circuits...

  • Page 50: Chapter 4 - Revision History

    April 16, 2019: Removed SSG-6400HS, SSG-4000LH and SSG-4000HP models, added SSG-15G-RC. Added description of Firmware upgrade App for SSG-15G-RC. Clarified power up settings are currently only supported by SSG-6000RC. August 28, 2019: Added dynamic pulse function for SSG-15G-RC and updated installation process instructions.

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