The Keysight E8267D PSG Vector Signal Generator is a fully synthesized signal generator delivering metrology-grade performance across 100 kHz to 44 GHz, extendable to 500 GHz with millimeter-wave modules. Built for complex signal simulation in aerospace, defense, satellite communications, and broadband wireless applications, it combines exceptional phase noise, high output power, and precise level control with flexible vector modulation and arbitrary waveform generation.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Performance
• Base range: 100 kHz to 44 GHz
• Frequency resolution: 0.001 Hz
• Optional frequency bands: 250 kHz to 13 GHz, 250 kHz to 20 GHz, 250 kHz to 31.8 GHz, 250 kHz to 44 GHz
• Millimeter-wave extension: up to 500 GHz with source modules
Output Power
• Maximum typical output: +23 dBm to 20 GHz; +18 dBm at 40 GHz
• Minimum output: -130 dBm across frequency ranges
• Level accuracy: ±0.8 dB typical at 20 GHz
• Step attenuator included for coarse power control
• Power specifications warranted 15 to 35 °C; degradation -5 dBm
Phase Noise
• Standard SSB phase noise: -120 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (10 GHz carrier)
• Ultra-low phase noise option (UNX1): -126 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset
• Enhanced ultra-low phase noise option (UNY1): -143 dBc/Hz typical (1 GHz signal, 10 kHz offset); optimized for 1 Hz to 300 kHz offsets
Modulation & Signal Generation
• Vector I/Q modulation (standard)
• Internal baseband generator: 64 MSa memory with 80 MHz RF modulation bandwidth (Option 602)
• External I/Q inputs: standard and wideband differential options (Option HBQ)
• Wideband external I/Q: up to 2 GHz RF modulation bandwidth (Option 016)
• Supported modulation types: AM, FM, phase modulation, pulse modulation, FSK, MSK, PSK, QAM, custom I/Q
– Key Features
• Frequency resolution to 0.001 Hz for precise tuning
• Dual ultra-low phase noise options for spectral purity-critical applications
• Flexible I/Q architecture supporting 80 MHz to 2 GHz modulation bandwidth
• Arbitrary waveform playback with 64 MSa memory capacity
• Coarse and fine power control across -130 to +23 dBm range
– Typical Applications
• Aerospace and defense signal simulation
• Satellite communication system testing
• Broadband wireless device characterization
• Complex modulation format validation
• Phase noise-sensitive measurement applications
– Compatibility & Integration
Multiple frequency and modulation options enable configuration for specific test requirements. External I/Q input architecture accommodates third-party baseband generators and real-time signal sources. Pulse modulation support enables radar and pulsed RF applications.
