The HP/Agilent 83712B is a synthesized continuous wave (CW) generator delivering signals from 10 MHz to 20 GHz with exceptional frequency resolution and output stability. Built on fundamental oscillators and switched low-pass filters, it achieves harmonic suppression below -55 dBc and spurious signal rejection below -60 dBc, making it suitable for aerospace, defense, and communications test environments where signal purity is critical.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency Performance**
• Range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz
• Resolution: 1 kHz standard; 1 Hz with Option 1E8
• Frequency accuracy: +14 dBm above 1 GHz
• Output range: -4 to +10 dBm (to 18.6 GHz); -4 to +8 dBm (18–20 GHz)
• Minimum level: -110 dBm with Option 1
**Signal Quality**
• Harmonics: <-55 dBc
• Spurious signals: 3 MHz; pulse level accuracy ±1.0 dB relative to CW; overshoot <10%; maximum leveled output power -0.5 dB; 50 Ω input impedance with TTL drive levels
• AM/FM/ΦM: Full bandwidth and depth independent of pulse modulation
## Key Features
• Step attenuator option (Option 1E1) enables receiver sensitivity and SINAD measurements
• Rear output connector available (Option C05)
• SCPI command compatibility for automated test integration
• Rack mount kits available for system integration
## Typical Applications
Aerospace and defense receiver testing, RF component characterization, communications equipment validation, and sensor development requiring high-purity CW sources with low phase noise.
## Compatibility & Integration
Supports external 10 MHz reference input for enhanced frequency stability and integrates with standard automated test equipment via SCPI programming.
