The HP/Agilent 83650B is a synthesized swept-signal generator delivering precision RF signal generation from 0.01 GHz to 50 GHz with calibrated output power of +10 dBm. Built for microwave component characterization, system integration testing, and high-frequency validation across communications, radar, and satellite applications, the instrument combines fast frequency switching with excellent spectral purity and stable power delivery.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency Range:** 0.01 GHz to 50 GHz (10 MHz to 50 GHz)
**Output Power:**
• Calibrated output power: +10 dBm
• Standard minimum settable output power: -20 dBm
• Option 001 minimum settable output power: -110 dBm
• Maximum leveled output power reduced by 1.5 dB up to 20 GHz; 2 dB above 20 GHz; 2.5 dB above 40 GHz
**Power Accuracy & Stability:**
• Power accuracy: ±1 dB (typical)
• Power repeatability: ±0.1 dB (typical)
• Temperature stability: 0.01 dB/°C (typical)
**Spectral Purity:**
• Harmonics: ≥50 dB below carrier (2.0–26.5 GHz); ≥40 dB below carrier (above 26.5 GHz)
• Single-sideband phase noise: -70 dBc/Hz @ 100 Hz offset (10 MHz to <7 GHz); -78 dBc/Hz @ 1 kHz offset (10 MHz to <7 GHz); -86 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset (10 MHz to <7 GHz); -107 dBc/Hz @ 100 kHz offset (10 MHz to <7 GHz)
**Switching Performance:**
• Switching time (without attenuator change): 10 ms (typical)
• Frequency switching speed: <100 µs (typical)
• Step/list sweep mode: 5 ms (typical)
## Key Features
• Frequency range spanning 0.01–50 GHz enables coverage across X-, Ku-, K-, Ka-, and W-band applications
• Fast frequency switching under 100 µs supports rapid test sequences and automated measurement routines
• Precise power control with ±1 dB accuracy and ±0.1 dB repeatability after user calibration
• Excellent phase noise performance across multiple offset frequencies ensures high-fidelity signal generation
• Internal pulse modulation with 15 ns minimum pulse width and 10 ns rise/fall time (400 MHz and above)
## Typical Applications
• Component characterization and acceptance testing
• System integration and RF validation
• Radar and satellite communication subsystem testing
• Microwave filter and amplifier measurements
