The HP/Agilent 83570A is an RF plug-in module for the 8350A/B sweep oscillator mainframe, delivering signal generation across the 18.0–26.5 GHz band. This all solid-state unit provides internally leveled output power for precision RF and microwave testing, including component characterization, circuit validation, and system integration tasks.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency Range**
• 18.0 GHz to 26.5 GHz
**Output Power**
• Minimum leveled output: +10 dBm
• Internal leveling with flatness specification
**Operating Temperature (Mainframe)**
• 0 to 55 °C
**Physical**
• Weight: 3 lbs
## Key Features
**Modulation Capability (8350B Mainframe)**
Internal square-wave modulation at 1 kHz or 27.8 kHz with >30 dB on/off ratio. External AM modulation supports 15 dB control range and 1 dB/V sensitivity with 100 kHz frequency response. Pulse modulation accommodates rise/fall times ≤50 ns and minimum pulse widths ≤5 µs (internally leveled) or ≤200 ns (unleveled). External FM accepts ±75 MHz deviation (DC–100 Hz), ±7 MHz (100 Hz–1 MHz), and ±1 MHz (1–2 MHz).
**Marker and Display**
Five independent, continuously variable markers with marker sweep function. High-resolution digital displays. Save/recall registers store up to nine front-panel states.
**Control Interface**
HP-IB (IEEE-488) programmability via the 8350B mainframe enables remote control and automation.
## Compatibility & Integration
Designed exclusively for HP/Agilent 8350A/B sweep oscillator mainframes. The 8350 platform accepts multiple 83500 Series RF plug-ins for frequency and power configurations. HP 86200 Series plug-ins integrate via the HP 11869A adapter.
