The Agilent/Keysight 2090 is a signal simulation and processing platform engineered for complex measurement environments in satellite communications and broadband wireless access. It functions as an automated test system that integrates with other Keysight instruments and software to deliver end-to-end signal generation and analysis solutions. The instrument supports multi-channel coherent signal simulation with configurable display options and comprehensive system-level diagnostics.
Technical Specifications
• Display Options: LCD with rear-panel contrast adjustment, or Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) with 2×40 character resolution and fixed 100% intensity
• Signal Generation Capability: Multi-channel coherent outputs up to 44 GHz with precise phase and amplitude offsets
• RF Modulation Bandwidth: 1 GHz (E8267D PSG vector signal generator)
• Arbitrary Waveform Generation: 1.25 GS/s sampling rate, 15-bit resolution, dual independent output channels (N6030A)
– Key Features
• Precision System Interface providing high-reliability RF switching and wideband isolation for simultaneous multi-point measurements
• Single-connection architecture minimizing external cabling complexity
• Integrated system software with user-defined operator security levels and SCPI pass-through capability
• Measurement libraries with automatic calibration offset correction and path effect compensation
• First-level diagnostic self-test functionality for rapid fault isolation
• LO signal distribution lock boxes enabling phase coherence across multi-channel configurations
– Typical Applications
• Satellite communication system verification
• Broadband wireless access signal validation
• Multi-carrier and multi-channel signal simulation
• Complex RF environment emulation in development and manufacturing
– Compatibility & Integration
The Z2090B variant integrates with the E8267D PSG vector signal generator (direct I/Q modulation to 44 GHz, 1 GHz RF bandwidth) and N6030A Arbitrary Waveform Generator (1.25 GS/s, 15-bit). Rack integration supported via ballast kits (C2790AC: 30-pound anti-tip solution). Complete system software handles operator interface management, security protocols, and measurement automation with full SCPI command support.
