The Anritsu MG3696B is a synthesized signal generator delivering high-purity signals from 2 to 65 GHz, extending to 67 GHz operationally. It supports optional low-frequency extension down to 10 MHz, or DC coverage to 0.1 Hz with Option 22. Purpose-built for microwave and millimeter-wave component and system testing, the MG3696B serves R&D, manufacturing, and ATE environments with configurable architecture and exceptional spectral purity.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• Base range: 2 to 65 GHz operational to 67 GHz
• Optional extension: 10 MHz to 65 GHz (Options 4 or 5)
• DC extension: 0.1 Hz to 65 GHz (Option 22 with Options 4 or 5)
• Extended range with external multipliers: Up to 325 GHz or beyond
• Frequency resolution: 0.01 Hz standard; 0.02 Hz below 10 MHz (Option 22)
Output Power
• Standard: +17 dBm typical at 20 GHz
• Leveled output: -120 dBm to +17 dBm in 0.01 dB steps
• High power options: +25 dBm to 10 GHz, +23 dBm to 20 GHz, +19 dBm to 40 GHz, +13 dBm to 50 GHz, +3 dBm to 65 GHz
• Typical high power levels: +26 dBm at 20 GHz, +21 dBm at 40 GHz, +16 dBm at 50 GHz
• 2 dB power degradation with Option 22
Phase Noise & Spectral Purity
• Ultra-low SSB phase noise option: Typically –110 dBc/Hz at 1 kHz offset, 10 GHz carrier
• Standard phase noise: –94 dBc/Hz at 1 kHz offset
• Excellent harmonics and spurious response across full spectrum
Switching Performance
• Frequency switching: Typically 5 ms for 1 GHz; internal pulse generator with swept delay for moving target simulation
• IF up-conversion option for IQ modulation solutions
• Menu-driven front panel interface; remote control via IEEE-488 GPIB with SCPI support
• Modulation and analog sweep unavailable in 0.1 Hz to 10 MHz band with Option 22
– Typical Applications
Component characterization, system integration testing, receiver sensitivity and dynamic range assessment, frequency response mapping, modulated signal generation for transceiver validation.
– Compatibility & Integration
Full GPIB remote control with native interface language and SCPI programming. Local front-panel operation via intuitive menu navigation.
