Introduction; Overview; Detailed Description - Valon 5009a Operation Manual

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Introduction

The 5009a is an updated version of the 5009 and retains all of the functionality of the 5009 with
slight improvements in output power and minimal changes to the mechanical dimensions.

1.1 Overview

The Valon Technology 5009 Dual Frequency Synthesizer Module is a versatile, low-cost dual
channel, PLL-synthesized RF signal source programmable from 23.5MHz to 6GHz , with output
level control from approximately +15dBm to -15 dBm in 0.5dB steps. Both sources are locked to
a common internal TCXO reference or to an external frequency reference. The synthesizers are
fully shielded by machined aluminum, RF-tight, housing and use low noise circuit techniques to
ensure high signal purity.
The 5009 can be controlled using simple, human-readable, commands either through the micro-
USB port or the direct TTL-User port. Alternatively, the 5009 can be configured using the
V5009CM.exe downloadable MS-Windows based graphical user interface. The 5009 settings
can all be saved to non-volatile flash memory for automatic recall on power up.

1.2 Detailed Description

Figure 1 shows a block diagram of the 5009 system topology. The 32-bit ARM processor controls
the operation of the synthesizer as well as storing user settings in non-volatile flash memory.
Simple, human readable, commands can be sent through either the micro-USB serial port or to
the 3.3V TTL USER port to control the operation of the 5009 synthesizers.
Valon Technology 5009a Operations Manual – Version 1.38
Figure 1 Block Diagram
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