The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 6200 is an integrated microwave test set combining synthesized signal generation, scalar analysis, and power measurement in a single portable unit. Operating from 10 MHz to 20 GHz, it delivers levelled output power up to +11 dBm and supports four independent measurement inputs with 90 dB dynamic range. The unified architecture eliminates multiple discrete instruments, reducing setup complexity and capital costs while maintaining high measurement accuracy across component and system testing applications.
Technical Specifications
Signal Generation
• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz (6203 model extends to 26.5 GHz)
• Frequency resolution: 1 Hz
• Output power: -20 dBm to +20 dBm standard; -90 dBm to +20 dBm with Option 001; levelled power up to +11 dBm
• Sweep modes: Start/Stop, Center/Span, CW
• Sweep capability: 400-point sweep in 26 dB minimum at 0.05–2 GHz
• Harmonics: <−27 dBc typical (0.01–2 GHz); <−35 dBc typical (2–8 GHz)
• Spurious signals: <−60 dBc
• Residual FM: <500 Hz at 1 kHz
Scalar Analyzer
• Measurement inputs: Four channels
• Dynamic range: 90 dB (typical 85 dB with 6230A/L detectors)
• Detection: AC and DC modes
• Display: Two auto-scaling channels with four live or stored traces
• Sensor frequency range: 30 kHz to 26.5 GHz
– Key Features
• Single integrated unit eliminates interconnection complexity
• Fast step times and high stability for narrow filter characterization
• Dual display channels simplify multi-parameter observation
• Option 001 provides extended dynamic range to −90 dBm
• Field-replaceable RF connector option available
– Typical Applications
Microwave component calibration, filter characterization, power amplifier testing, network analysis across RF/microwave bands.
– Compatibility & Integration
Options 001 (70 dB step attenuator), 002 (field-replaceable RF connector), and 009 (enhanced low-level measurement) modify output range and accuracy specifications.
