2500 Series OEM Modular Synthesizer Supports hundreds of fast switching, high spectral purity applications Features: •Truly modular construction •Wide frequency range from a single unit •Amplitude levelling •Hop rates up to 5 Megahops/sec ideal for agile LO applications and multiple emitter simulation with a minimum of hardware •Wide variety of standard and custom interface options •High performance modulation: chirp, pulse, AM and FM •Easy to customize: Bandwidth Size Enhanced Performance •Highest spectral purity Description: The Aeroflex 2500 Series synthesizers stand at the pinnacle of a family of frequency synthesizers that exemplify cutting edge performance. The 2500 Series synthesizers are more reliable, ultra-fast, exceptionally clean, and low cost. They are an ideal source for agile radar, radar simulators, radar upgrades, fast antenna pattern testing, RCS measurements, and ultra-fast ATE. The high-speed source is based on direct-synthesis techniques with generous use of sharp-rolloff bandpass filters for low-spurious performance. The instrument is housed in a 3U rack-mountable chassis with display, keyboard, IEEE-488 interface, and parallel BCD interface for ultra-fast switching control. The architecture developed around direct analog frequency synthesis is inherently insensitive to vibration - there are no VCOs or sensitive phase lock loops. The components and modules supporting the architecture have also been selected for their rugged and temperature stable qualities. The architecture has been implemented using the advanced technology in an easily customizable configuration. Phone: (516) 694-6700, 800-843-1553, Fax: (516) 694-2562 www.aeroflex.com/ascs, email: [email protected] SIGNAL & CONTROL SOLUTIONS Revision Date: 9/25/2013 2500 Series OEM Modular Synthesizer SIGNAL & CONTROL SOLUTIONS Specifications: Spectral Purity: Frequency Range and Resolution: Model Number Frequency Range (GHz) 2513 2518 2520 2526 Standard Frequency Resolution 0.5 to 13.5 0.5 to 18.0 0.3 to 20.0 0.3 to 26.5 1 Hz 1 Hz 1 Hz 1 Hz Switching Speed: <200 ns continous hopping rate Output Power: +10 dBm (50 Ω) nominal Flatness: ±2 dB (±5°C of calibration temperature) Amplitude setting: Within 2 dB of final level <200 ns Reference Oscillator: Internal: 100 MHz Quartz Oscillator, 5 x 10-8 per day after 30 days in normal operating environment External Tuning Input: ±2 VDC, pull range ± 100 Hz per volt nominal at 1 GHz Frequency and Accuracy Stability: Same as reference oscillator Remote Programming Control Interfaces: 20 bits parallel BCD 1, 2, 4, 8 (1 MHz resolution) Optional 44 bits parallel BCD 1, 2, 4, 8 (1 Hz resolution) IEEE-488-1978 Phase Noise: Absolute SSB Phase Noise in dBc/Hz (includes noise of internal reference) Offset from carrier Carrier Frequency (GHz) 0.5 1.0 3.0 8.0 10 Hz -86 100 Hz -105 1 kHz -80 -71 -60 -55 -85 -99 -90 -84 -110 -95 -110 -110 -102 10 kHz -130 -120 -124 -120 -113 100 kHz -140 -132 -128 -122 -115 1 MHz 10 MHz 100 MHz -142 -143 -143 -139 -148 -150 -132 -140 -150 -123 -136 -138 -116 -130 -132 Spurious and Harmonic Signals: Frequency Range (GHz) Spurious 0.3 - 2.4 2.4 - 4.8 4.8 -13.5 13.5 - 20 20 - 26.5 (dBc) Sub-Harmonics (dBc) Harmonics (dBc) -70 -70 -70 -64 -64 None None None -60 -50 -50 -50 -50 -50 -50 Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C Storage temperature: -20 °C to 85 °C Power Requirements: Phase Coherence: Frequency steps of 50 MHz from 0.5 to 13.5 GHz 100 MHz steps from 13.5 to 26.5 GHz 120/220/240 VAC ±10%, 50 to 400 Hz, 320 W, 380 VA No user accessable non-volatile memory, so user extered parameters are erased when power is applied. Finer steps possible as a special option - contact factory Physical Dimensions: Dimensions: 16.75” W x 5.22” H x 24.00” D (42.55 x 13.66 x 60.66) Weight: ~55 lbs (24.9 kg) for standard configuration 2 Aeroflex Signal & Control Solutions www.aeroflex.com/ASCS • [email protected] Revision Date: 9/25/2013 18.0 2500 Series OEM Modular Synthesizer Standard Options (additional details are available in option bullets) FREQUENCY MODULATION OPTION SENSITIVITY: 1.0 V peak for full scale deviation The amplitude of the FM input signal must be adjusted to obtain the desired deviation according to the output frequency range. Source: SIGNAL & CONTROL SOLUTIONS External Only Input impedance: 50 Ω Modes: DC and AC 2011 Hz Frequency Resolution 20210 MHz Phase Lock Capability, internal reference can be phase locked to 10 MHz signal at 0 dBm ±2 dB Frequency Stability: 213 Memory Table AC Mode - T he FM Oscillator is phase locked to the synthesizer reference. Consequently the carrier has the same stability as in CW Mode. 220 FM Chirp (Wideband FM) 221 Normalized FM DC Mode - T he FM Oscillator Phase Lock is unlocked to introduce the DC or very low frequency FM signal. The oscillator is thus free running. 222 Pulse Modulation Linearity: <10% for maximum deviation 225 Fast Attenuator, 0-60 dB in 0.25 dB steps with 1ms switching time FM Deviation: 227 BPSK Modulation 228 Slow Attenuator Frequency Range (MHz) Option 220 Deviation (MHz) Optionminimum 300 - 600 600 - 1200 1200 - 2400 2400 - 4800 4800 - 13500 13500 -18000 20000 - 26500 ±120.0 ±120.0 ±120.0 ±120.0 ±120.0 ±240.0 ±240.0 Rate (MHz / ms) 350.0 350.0 350.0 350.0 350.0 700.0 700.0 STANDARD RATE = 5 MHz, 3 dB BW, Higher rates are available as a special option. Versions, Options and Accessories Ordering NumbersVersions 2513500 MHz to 13.5 GHz (0.5 MHz Resolution) Keyboard Main Frame 2518500 MHz to 18.0 GHz (1 MHz Resolution) Keyboard Main Frame 2520500 MHz to 20.0 GHz (1 MHz Resolution) Keyboard Main Frame 2526500 MHz to 26.5 GHz (1 MHz Resolution) Keyboard Main Frame 229SDifferential BCD, 100 Pin Connector (for control cable lenghts excedding 3 ft) 24040 GHz Frequency Doubler, +10 dBm, SMA (F) input, K(F) Output, Rack Mount Unit Dimensions: 2.2”H x 19”W x 6”D, Weight <2 lbs.) 90519 Inch Standard Equipment Rack Mounting Slides Note: Consult factory for custom options. EXPORT CONTROL: This product is controlled for export under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). A license from the U.S. Department of State is required prior to the export of this product from the United States. EXPORT WARNING: Aeroflex’s military products are controlled for export under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and may not be sold or proposed or offered for sale to certain countries including: Belarus, Burma, China, Cuba, Haiti, Iran, Liberia, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Syria, Sudan, and Vietnam. See ITAR 126.1 for complete information. 3 Aeroflex Signal & Control Solutions www.aeroflex.com/ASCS • [email protected] Revision Date: 9/25/2013 2200 Series OEM Modular Synthesizer SIGNAL & CONTROL SOLUTIONS ISO 9001:2008 certified Aeroflex Signal & Control Solutions Aeroflex Microelectronic Solutions 40 Industrial Way East 35 South Service Rd Eatontown , NJ 07724 [USA] Plainview, NY 11803 [USA} Fax: (732) 460-0214 Fax: (516) 694-4823 Phone: (732) 460-0212 [email protected] Phone: (516) 694-6700, 800-843-1553 www.aeroflex.com/Microwave www.aeroflex.com/ASCS Aeroflex Signal Control Componen. reserves the right to make changes to any products and services herein at any time without notice. Consult Aeroflex or an authorized sales representative to verify that the information in this data sheet is current before using this product. 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