The Anritsu 69277A Synthesized Signal Generator delivers stable continuous wave output and rapid frequency switching across 0.01 to 50.0 GHz, serving automatic test equipment (ATE) systems, satellite component testing, and radar signal simulation. As a member of the Anritsu 69A Series, it combines precise frequency control with flexible modulation capabilities for demanding RF/microwave applications.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 0.01 GHz to 50.0 GHz
• Frequency Resolution: 1 kHz (0.1 Hz with Option 11)
• Output Power: Maximum +17 dBm; minimum −125 dBm (69A series reference levels)
• Phase Noise: Typical single-sideband phase noise −100 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz carrier
• Frequency Switching Time: <40 ms to within 1 kHz of final frequency; <15 ms + 1 ms/GHz step size in sweep mode (≤40 ms typical maximum)
• Step Sweep: 1 to 10,000 steps; step size 1 kHz to full frequency range; dwell time 1 ms to 99 seconds per step
• Internal Time Base Aging: <2 × 10⁻⁸/day (<5 × 10⁻¹⁰/day with Option 16)
• Internal Time Base Temperature Stability: <2 × 10⁻⁸/°C over 0°C to 55°C (<2 × 10⁻¹⁰/°C with Option 16)
• 10 MHz Reference Output: 0.5 V p-p into 50 Ω, AC coupled, rear panel BNC connector
– Key Features
• External 10 MHz reference input for synchronization
• Internal AM, FM, phase, and pulse modulation
• External AM and FM modulation inputs
• Seven internal modulating waveforms including Gaussian noise
• User-defined arbitrary waveforms supported
• Doublet, triplet, and quadruplet pulse generation for radar blind spot testing
• Simultaneous synchronized modulation for complex signal scenarios
– Typical Applications
• Automatic test equipment (ATE) integration
• Satellite component characterization
• Radar signal simulation and validation
• RF/microwave component testing across DC to millimeter-wave bands
– Compatibility & Integration
Accepts external 10 MHz reference signals for phase-locked operation. Standard RF output connector accommodates integration into test systems and measurement setups.
