The HP 8350B Sweep Oscillator mainframe paired with the HP 86290B RF Plug-In delivers a signal generation system for RF and microwave testing. This combination produces swept and continuous wave signals with precise frequency control across a broad operational spectrum. The system serves engineers, system integrators, and laboratories performing device characterization, network analysis, and automated testing.
Technical Specifications
• Sweep Time: 10 ms to 100 seconds, continuously adjustable
• Sweep Modes: Internal, Line, External Trigger, Single, Manual Sweep, External Sweep
• Markers: Five independent, continuously variable markers with marker-to-center frequency and marker sweep functions
• Modulation: Internal AM with selectable square wave at 27.8 kHz or 1 kHz; External AM/FM supported per RF plug-in specifications
• Data Entry: Control knobs, keyboard entry, step key entry
• Remote Programming: Full HP-IB (IEEE-488) programmability for all front-panel controls except AC line power switch; listener and talker capable
• Memory: Nonvolatile storage for nine complete front-panel states (Save/Recall)
• Self-Test: Automatic at power-on or preset activation with error code display
• Power Supply: 100, 120, 220, or 240 VAC ±10%, 50–60 Hz; Option 400: 60–400 Hz
• Power Consumption: Approximately 270 VA (including RF unit)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +55°C
• Physical Dimensions: 425 mm × 133.3 mm × 422 mm
• Weight: 16.5 kg net (without RF unit); 22.7 kg shipping (without RF unit)
– Key Features
• Five independently variable markers for precise frequency identification
• Flexible sweep control from milliseconds to minutes
• Nonvolatile memory for instrument state storage
• Built-in self-diagnostic capability
• HP-IB programmability for system integration
– Compatibility & Integration
Direct compatibility with HP 8510 Vector Network Analyzer and HP 8757A Scalar Network Analyzer. Accepts HP 86200-series plug-ins via HP 11869A adapter. Designed to accept HP 83500 series and HP 86200 series modules.
