The Agilent/Keysight N5171B EXG is an RF analog signal generator delivering 9 kHz to 6 GHz coverage with output power from −140 dBm to +20 dBm. Built for component and receiver testing, it combines exceptional signal purity with versatile modulation and rapid frequency/amplitude switching to support validation and characterization across demanding measurement workflows.
– Technical Specifications
Frequency & Output
• Frequency range: 9 kHz to 6 GHz
• Frequency resolution: 0.1 Hz
• Maximum output power: +20 dBm (typical, 50 Ω)
• Minimum output power: −140 dBm (typical, 50 Ω)
• Power accuracy: ±0.5 dB at calibrated frequencies and power levels
• Power resolution: 0.1 dB
• Amplitude flatness: ±0.5 dB over 1 GHz bandwidth
Signal Purity
• Phase noise: −110 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (1 GHz carrier); −115 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (2 GHz and 4 GHz carriers)
• Harmonics: <−60 dBc at +10 dBm output (1 GHz); <−55 dBc at +10 dBm output (4 GHz)
• Spurious: <−60 dBc non-harmonic (typical at +10 dBm, 1 GHz)
Modulation Capabilities
• Analog modulation: AM, FM, PM
• AM depth: 0% to 99%
• FM deviation: 1 Hz to 10 MHz (frequency-dependent)
• PM deviation: 0.1 to 360 degrees
• Modulation bandwidth: Up to 10 MHz
Sweep & Control
• Sweep types: Frequency, Power, List
• Dwell time: 10 µs to 1000 s
• Frequency/amplitude switching speed: <150 ms
– Key Features
• 50 Ω output impedance with Type N female connector
• LAN (LXI compliant) and GPIB remote control
• USB interface for firmware updates and storage
• 433 × 178 × 454 mm footprint; 22.7 kg
– Typical Applications
Component characterization, receiver validation, signal fidelity assessment, and modulated signal generation for laboratory and systems integration workflows.
– Compatibility & Integration
Supports X-Series firmware updates and integrates with Keysight Signal Studio software for advanced modulation analysis and generation.
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