The Rohde & Schwarz SFC Compact Modulator is a multi-standard signal source for generating modulated signals across terrestrial, cable, satellite, and audio broadcasting standards. It delivers high-precision modulation with MER greater than 40 dB, supporting both digital and analog TV formats alongside DAB, DAB+, and FM/RDS audio. The instrument operates as a standalone unit with integrated transport stream playback and analog audio/video generation, or integrates into production test systems via ASI input and optional digital I/Q connectivity. Its ½ 19″ rack width and 1 HU height enable efficient rack deployment with minimal thermal footprint.
Technical Specifications
Modulation Standards: DVB-T2, DVB-T, DVB-H, DTMB, CMMB, T-DMB, ISDB-T, ISDB-TB, ATSC/8VSB, ATSC-M/H (terrestrial); DVB-C2, DVB-C, J.83/B, ISDB-C (cable); DVB-S2, DVB-S, DIRECTV (satellite); B/G, D/K, I, M/N, L (analog TV); DAB, DAB+, ISDB-TSB, AM/FM/RDS (audio).
Signal Quality: Modulation Error Ratio (MER) greater than 40 dB.
Frequency Range: VHF and UHF; optional extension to 3 GHz.
Output Level: −31.5 dBm to 0 dBm; optional extension to −110 dBm.
Power Requirements: Operable from TN/TT supply networks, fuse-protected maximum 16 A.
– Key Features
• Transport stream player with ASI input for external content delivery
• Integrated analog audio/video generator for composite signal creation
• Optional AWGN generator for link budget and receiver tolerance testing
• Digital I/Q input option for cascading with other R&S broadcast signal generators
• 1PPS external reference input for synchronization
• Low heat dissipation design enabling vertical stacking
– Typical Applications
Radio communication system testing, electronic component development and verification, wireless technology research, and broadcast signal simulation across multiple terrestrial and satellite standards.
– Compatibility & Integration
Remote control via LAN with Remote Desktop support. USB variant (R&S®SFC-U) connects to PC for direct control. Standalone operation supported with integrated GUI matching R&S®SFU and R&S®SFE interfaces. External reference input accommodates synchronized multi-instrument configurations.
