The Anritsu 68063B is a synthesized CW generator delivering phase-locked RF signals from 2.0 GHz to 40.0 GHz. Purpose-built for telecommunications and radar testing, this instrument provides precise frequency control and stable output suitable for local oscillator replacement, component analysis, signal simulation, and ATE integration. Front panel and remote GPIB control enable flexible operation across demanding measurement scenarios.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 2.0 GHz to 40.0 GHz
• Signal Type: Synthesized Continuous Wave (CW)
• Output Power: Up to +17 dBm
• Frequency Resolution: Standard resolution with optional 0.1 Hz resolution available
• Phase Noise: Ultra-low SSB phase noise (–100 dBc at 10 kHz offset, referenced to 10 GHz)
• Phase-Lock Capability: High resolution phase-lock operation across the full frequency range
– Key Features
• Sweep Modes: CW, step sweep, and alternate sweep between two ranges with independent power levels
• Step Sweep Parameters: 1 to 10,000 steps; step size from 1 kHz (or 0.1 Hz with Option 11) up to full span; dwell time 1 ms to 99 seconds per step; switching time less than 15 ms + 1 ms/GHz step size (or less than 40 ms)
• Modulation: Internal AM, FM, ØM, and pulse modulation; user-downloadable complex modulation supported on select configurations
• Programmable Frequency Agility: Up to 1,000 non-sequential frequencies storable and addressable under GPIB control
• Manual Sweep: Stepped, phase-locked frequency adjustment with user-selectable step count or step size
– Typical Applications
• Local oscillator replacement in test systems
• Component and subsystem analysis
• RF signal simulation for receiver testing
• Integration into automatic test equipment (ATE) platforms
• Radar and telecommunications system validation
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB Control: Full remote command capability via IEEE 488 interface (power on/standby controlled locally)
• Front Panel Operation: All functions accessible and adjustable from the instrument face
