The Anritsu 68047B is a synthesized RF and microwave signal generator covering 10 MHz to 20 GHz, engineered for component characterization, signal simulation, and automated test environments. It delivers output power from –125 dBm to +17 dBm with exceptional frequency resolution down to 100.0 mHz. The instrument combines low SSB phase noise performance with versatile modulation and sweep capabilities, making it suitable for telecommunications, aerospace, and radar applications demanding signal generation accuracy and stability.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 10 MHz – 20 GHz
• Frequency Resolution: 100.0 mHz (0.1 Hz with Option 11)
• Output Power: –125 dBm to +17 dBm (maximum); reduced with certain attenuator options
• SSB Phase Noise: –100 dBc at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz
• Switching Time: <15 ms + 1 ms/GHz step size or 40 ms maximum, whichever is less
• Step Sweep Capability: 1 to 10,000 steps with dwell time adjustable from 1 ms to 99 seconds
• Pulse Modulation: Doublet, triplet, and quadruplet configurations for RADAR blind spot testing
• Control Interface: IEEE-488 GPIB for remote operation
– Key Features
• CW and step sweep modes with analog sweep and alternate sweep capability
• Internal modulation: AM, FM, phase modulation, pulse modulation with seven internal waveforms plus arbitrary waveforms via Option 10
• External AM and FM modulation via user signals
• Step size variability from 1 kHz (0.1 Hz with Option 11) to full instrument range
• Low spurious signal performance
• Single coaxial RF output connector; rear-panel mounting available with Option 9
– Typical Applications
• Component and subsystem RF testing across 10 MHz–20 GHz bands
• Radar system validation and blind spot characterization
• Modulated signal simulation for receiver and transceiver validation
• Automated test equipment integration for production and field environments
– Compatibility & Integration
GPIB (IEEE-488) control enables integration into ATE systems and remote laboratory configurations.
