The Anritsu 69185A Synthesized Sweep Generator produces precise signals across 0.5 to 60 GHz, serving component testing, system simulation, and advanced communication applications. This instrument delivers phase-locked frequency synthesis with ultra-low noise characteristics and multiple sweep modes. Engineers rely on it for accurate RF stimulus generation in laboratory and field environments where signal purity and frequency stability are critical.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range
• Continuous: 0.5 GHz to 60 GHz
Output Power
• Output impedance: 50 Ohm
• Output level flatness: User-adjustable correction available
Signal Purity
• SSB phase noise: Ultra-low, with specifications reaching -100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz on related models
• Spurious content: Low across the frequency range
Sweep and Modulation
• Sweep modes: CW, step sweep, analog sweep, manual sweep
• Step sweep: Variable steps from 1 to 10,000 with selectable step sizes
• Analog sweep: Phase-locked operation with independent sweep width selection
• Modulation types: AM, FM, pulse modulation supported
• Sweep triggering: Available for analog frequency sweep, step frequency sweep, list frequency sweep, and CW power sweep
Interface and Display
• Display: High-resolution TFT color LCD
• Connectivity: USB, GPIB, LAN
– Key Features
• Continuous phase-locked synthesis from 0.5 to 60 GHz
• Multiple sweep modes for flexible stimulus patterns
• Variable step and analog sweep with user control
• AM, FM, and pulse modulation capabilities
• 50 Ohm output with adjustable flatness correction
– Typical Applications
• Component characterization and S-parameter measurement
• System-level RF stimulus and simulation
• Communication system testing and validation
• Frequency-dependent device analysis
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB, USB, and LAN interfaces for automated test systems
• Rack mounting kits available for integrated benches
• Compatible with standard RF measurement platforms
