The Anritsu 69287A is a synthesized signal generator delivering broad frequency coverage from 0.01 GHz to 60.0 GHz for RF and microwave research, military system development, and component verification. The instrument combines fast tuning with low harmonic distortion, enabling precise signal generation across multiple frequency bands.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• 0.01 GHz to 60.0 GHz
Output Power
• Maximum output power: +17 dBm typical for CW generators (69A series reference)
Phase Noise
• Single-sideband phase noise: As low as –136 dBc/Hz typical across the 69A series
• Related models demonstrate –100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz
Harmonics
• Low harmonic distortion characteristic
Tuning Speed
• Switching time: Less than 40 ms to within 1 kHz of final frequency
• Stepped phase-locked adjustments: Less than 15 ms + 1 ms/GHz step size, or less than 40 ms (whichever is less)
• Sweep speed: Less than 8.5 ms/step (when controlled by Wiltron 360B Vector Network Analyzer)
Time Base Stability
• Aging: Less than 2 × 10⁻⁸/day (Less than 5 × 10⁻¹⁰/day with Option 16)
• Temperature stability: Less than 2 × 10⁻⁸/°C over 0°C to 55°C (Less than 2 × 10⁻¹⁰/°C with Option 16)
• Frequency resolution: 1 kHz (0.1 Hz with Option 11)
Modulation Capabilities
• AM, FM, and PM modulation (internal)
• User-downloadable complex modulation
• Internal arbitrary waveform generator with 7 modulating waveforms including Gaussian noise
• Pulse modulation with external or internal pulse generator control
• Support for doublet, triplet, and quadruplet pulse sequences for RADAR blind spot testing
• Simultaneous synchronized modulation modes for complex signal scenarios
– Key Features
• Coherent phase-locked operation in CW and step sweep modes
• High-stability internal time-base option
• Flexible modulation architecture
• Fast frequency switching for dynamic test scenarios
– Typical Applications
• RF and microwave subsystem development
• Military system characterization
• Component and module verification
• RADAR signal simulation and testing
– Compatibility & Integration
The 69287A integrates with external network analyzers and test platforms supporting phase-locked frequency control and complex modulation scenarios.
