The Aeroflex FS5000B is a high-performance frequency synthesizer delivering fast switching speeds and high spectral purity across 300 MHz to 26.5 GHz. Purpose-built for aerospace, defense, and telecommunications environments, it excels at receiver testing, complex signal simulation, and equipment calibration. Modular construction with blind-mate GPO connectors and proven vibration tolerance enable reliable operation in airborne platforms.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Synthesis
• Frequency Range: 300 MHz to 26.5 GHz
• Frequency Resolution: 1.0 MHz
• Frequency Switching Time: Less than 200 nanoseconds across entire range
• Hop Rate: Faster than 1 megahop/sec
• Reference Input: Locks to standard 10 MHz reference
Output Characteristics
• Output Amplitude: +10 dBm ±2 dB into 50 Ohm impedance
• Amplitude Leveling: Supported
Modulation Capabilities
• Standard Modulations: AM, FM, Pulse
• Advanced Modulations: FM Chirp, Pulse
Spectral Purity
• Phase Noise: -120 dBc at 10 kHz offset (X-band)
• Spurious Signals: Better than -70 dBc (X-band)
• Harmonics: Suppressed to better than -50 dBc (X-band)
– Key Features
• Sub-microsecond frequency switching supports rapid frequency agility in signal simulation
• Keyboard front-panel control with GPIB and parallel BCD remote programming interfaces
• Full-rack chassis design with modular construction
• Integrated amplitude leveling maintains signal consistency across frequency transitions
– Typical Applications
• Receiver sensitivity and selectivity testing
• Complex signal environment simulation
• Frequency-dependent equipment calibration
• Airborne platform integration
– Compatibility & Integration
Remote operation via GPIB and parallel BCD interfaces enables system integration. Standard 10 MHz reference input allows phase-coherent operation with external frequency standards.
