The Anritsu MG3692B is a synthesized microwave CW generator delivering stable, spectrally pure signals across 2 GHz to 20 GHz for high-performance RF/microwave testing. Purpose-built for component characterization, local oscillator substitution, and signal sourcing in telecommunications, aerospace, defense, and research environments, this instrument combines ultra-low phase noise with flexible modulation and fast frequency switching.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency & Resolution**
• Frequency range: 2 GHz to 20 GHz (standard)
• Frequency resolution: 0.01 Hz
• Extended coverage to 10 MHz with Options 4 or 5
• Extended coverage to 325 GHz or beyond with external multipliers
• Frequency switching speed: typically 5 ms per point for 1 GHz): 100 ns
• Sweep modes: CW and step sweep; analog sweep optional
• User-defined waveform download capability
## Key Features
• Fast frequency switching and analog ramp sweep for dynamic measurements
• Extensive modulation suite with internal and external options
• Scalable to millimeter-wave frequencies via external multipliers
• Wide dynamic range supporting diverse power level requirements
## Typical Applications
Component validation, receiver testing, amplifier characterization, local oscillator substitution, vector network analyzer signal sourcing, and subsystem integration testing.
## Compatibility & Integration
Supports analog modulation (Options 12, 14, 26A), complex modulation with waveform download (Option 10), and IF up-conversion for IQ modulation. Frequency extension via external multiplier interface.
