The HP/Agilent 83650A Synthesized Sweeper generates precise RF signals from 10 MHz to 50 GHz, delivering up to +10 dBm across its primary operating range and +5 dBm above 26.5 GHz. Built for component characterization, system integration, and automated test environments, this instrument combines fast frequency switching with flexible modulation and multiple sweep modes.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Performance
• Range: 10 MHz to 50 GHz
• Resolution: 1 kHz standard; 1 Hz optional (Option 008); 0.01 Hz
• Switching Speed: Less than 500 μs
Output Power
• Range: -20 dBm to +30 dBm
• Maximum: +10 dBm up to 26.5 GHz; +5 dBm above 26.5 GHz; +2.5 dBm above 40 GHz
• Minimum: -20 dBm standard; -120 dBm with Option 001
• Resolution: 0.01 dB
• Flatness: ±1.5 dB (varies by frequency and power level)
Signal Purity
• Harmonics: ≤-50 dBc (2.0 to 26.5 GHz); ≤-40 dBc (above 26.5 GHz)
• Non-harmonic spurious: 80 dB on/off ratio, <10 ns rise/fall time (Option 006), 2 GHz external
Sweep Capabilities
• Modes: Step, List, Ramp
• Time: 100 ms to 1000 s
• User flatness correction for remote leveling
– Key Features
• Frequency switching under 500 μs enables rapid test sequences
• Power sweep range from -20 dBm to maximum per frequency band
• High-performance pulse modulation with nanosecond-level rise/fall times
• External trigger input/output for synchronization
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB and RS-232 interfaces for remote operation and test automation
