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Anritsu MG3690B Technical Data Sheet

Anritsu MG3690B Technical Data Sheet

Rf/microwave signal generators 0.1 hz to 70 ghz/325 ghz
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Technical Data Sheet
RF/Microwave Signal
Generators
MG3690B
RF/Microwave Signal Generator, 0.1 Hz to 70 GHz/325 GHz
Introduction
The MG3690B is the "ideal microwave signal generator" because it offers unsurpassed frequency coverage, leveled output
power, spectral purity, switching speed, modulation performance, size, upgradeability, reliability, and service. Our signal
generators are configurable for a broad range of applications from R&D to manufacturing and depot repair. Anritsu provides
you a total solution including proven reliability and standard 3 year warranty plus pre- and post-sale support that is the best
in the industry.
The Ideal Signal Generator

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  • Page 1 Our signal generators are configurable for a broad range of applications from R&D to manufacturing and depot repair. Anritsu provides you a total solution including proven reliability and standard 3 year warranty plus pre- and post-sale support that is the best in the industry.

  • Page 2: Specifications

    Specifications The specifications in the following pages describe the warranted performance of the Linear/Log Sweep: User-selectable linear or log sweep. generator for 25 ± 10 °C. Typical specifications describe expected, but not warranted, In log sweep, step size logarithmically increases with frequency. performance based on sample testing.

  • Page 3: Remote Operation

    Emulations: The instrument responds to the published GPIB commands and responses frequency offset. One instrument controls the other via AUX I/O and SERIAL I/O connec- of the Anritsu Models 6600, 6700,and 6XX00-series signal sources. When emulating tions. Requires a Master/Slave Interface Cable Set (Part No. ND36329).

  • Page 4: Spectral Purity

    Frequency Switching Time Spectral Purity Definitions All specifications apply at the lesser of +10 dBm output or maximum specified leveled output power, unless otherwise noted. Free Running Mode: (Step or List Sweep) Spurious Signals = Switching Time, Unlocked Harmonic and Harmonically-related: Frequency Range Standard 0.1 Hz to 10 MHz (Option 22)

  • Page 5: Single-Sideband Phase Noise

    Single-Sideband Phase Noise* Single-Sideband Phase Noise (dBc/Hz): (Typical) Offset from Carrier Frequency Range 100 Hz 1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz ≥0.1 Hz to <10 MHz (Option 22) –90 (–110) –120 (–125) –130 (–139) –130 (–141) ≥10 MHz to <500 MHz (Option 4) –94 (–98) –106 (–115) –104 (–114)
  • Page 6 10 kHz 100 kHz 1 MHz 10 MHz 10 GHz Typical MG3690B single sideband phase noise at 10 GHz carrier. Standard and Ultra-Low performance with Option 3. RF Output Power level specifications apply at 25 ±10 ºC. Maximum Leveled Output Power***:...
  • Page 7 Maximum Leveled Output Power With Option 15 (High Power) Installed***: Output Power Output Power Frequency Range Output Power Model Number Configuration With Step With Electronic (GHz) (dBm) Attenuator (dBm) Step Attenuator (dBm) +19.0 +18.0 +15.0 w/opt 4 or 5 <2* GHz MG3691B w/opt 4 or 5 ≥2** to ≤10 GHz...
  • Page 8 Internal Power Monitor (Option 8) Compatible with Anritsu 560-7, 5400-71, or 6400-71 series detectors. Sensors: Frequency (GHz) Rear panel input. Typical MG3692B maximum available output power Range: +16 dBm to –35 dBm...
  • Page 9 Modulation Frequency Generator Multiplication/Division Ratios: Frequency Range Divide Ratio, n Frequency/Phase Modulation (Option 12) <10 MHz (Option 22) modulation not available ≥10 to ≤15.625 MHz (Option 4) Option 12 adds frequency and phase modulation, driven externally via a rear panel BNC connector, 50Ω.
  • Page 10 Internal LF and Pulse Generators (Option 27) Amplitude Modulation (Option 14) Option 14 adds amplitude modulation, driven externally via a rear panel BNC connector 50 Ω. An internal pulse generator and two internal waveform generators are added, one provid- For internal modulation, add Internal LF and Pulse Generators Option 27. ing a frequency or phase modulating signal and the other an amplitude modulating signal.
  • Page 11 Insertion Loss < 6 dB (when engaged) IQ-modulated signal. Lower frequency IQ-modulated RF sources are readily avail- able, such as the Anritsu MG3681A. Option 7’s IF input can be used to feed in an Rear Panel BNC connector Input High Impedance IQ-modulated signal from an MG3681A, up-converting it to as high as 40 GHz with an MG3694B.
  • Page 12 (+12Vdc, 1.5A typ.) using the supplied double banana power cord. It is recommended to purchase an MG3690B with option 18, which adds the capa- bility to bias these modules without the need of an additional power supply. It adds a rear panel Twinax connector that supplies the proper DC bias for these modules, and a cable to power them up.

  • Page 13: Inputs And Outputs

    POWER MONITOR IN* (Option 8) Custom Rear Panel *Options (7 & 18), (7 & 20), (8 & 9) are mutually exclusive, as they share the same rear panel space. **Connectors may be available but not active, if option is not ordered. MG3690B Rear Panel...
  • Page 14 Model 56100A Scalar Network Analyzer and POWER MONITOR IN Accepts an external detector for power monitoring, Option 8. other Anritsu instruments. (see figure below) SERIAL I/O (Serial Input/Output) Provides access to RS-232 terminal ports to support service and calibration functions and master-slave operations.

  • Page 15: Ordering Information

    Ordering Information Models MG3690B/20 Scan Modulation – Adds an internal Scan modulator for simulating high-depth amplitude modulated signals. Requires an MG3691B 2 – 10 GHz Signal Generator external modulating signal input capability. (Not available on models MG3692B 2 – 20 GHz Signal Generator MG3693B, MG3694B, MG3695B, MG3696B, or with Options 2E, 7, 15X, or 22.)
  • Page 16 806-121 SMA male-male flexible cable, 90 cm (3 ft) (could be used to con- Economical upgrades are available to upgrade any model to any higher performing nect the MG3690B output to the module's LO input) model. Consult Anritsu for details.
  • Page 17 MG3690B OPTION CONFIGURATION GUIDE – Important: Please see footnotes where applicable OPTIONS MODELS OPT 1 OPT 2 OPT 9 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • MG3691B 9,11 2,12 • • • •...
  • Page 20 Fax: +886-2-8751-1817 Phone: +49 (0) 89 442308-0 Fax: +49 (0) 89 442308-55 ® Anritsu All trademarks are registered trademarks of Technical Data Sheet No. 11410-00344, Rev. J Printed in United States 2008-11 their respective companies. Data subject to change without notice. For the most recent specifications visit:...

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