Agilent E8663D PSG RF Analog Signal Generator Data Sheet The Agilent E8663D PSG is a fully synthesized signal generator with high output power, low phase noise, and optional ramp sweep capability. Specifications apply over a 0 to 55 °C range, unless otherwise stated, and apply after a 45 minute warm-up time. Supplemental characteristics, denoted as typical, nominal, or measured, provide additional (non-warranted) information at 25 °C, which may be useful in the application of the product. Definitions Specifications (spec): Represents warranted performance for instruments with a current calibration. Typical (typ): Represents characteristic performance which is non-warranted. Describes performance that will be met by a minimum of 80% of all products. Nominal (nom): Represents characteristic performance which is non-warranted. Represents the value of a parameter that is most likely to occur; the expected mean or mode of all instruments. Measured: Represents characteristic performance which is non-warranted. Represents the value of a parameter measured on an instrument during design verification. Table of Contents Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Step (digital) sweep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Ramp (analog) sweep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Spectral purity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Frequency modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Phase modulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Amplitude modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 External modulation inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Internal modulation source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Pulse modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Internal pulse generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Simultaneous modulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Remote programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 General specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Input/Output Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Front panel connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Rear panel connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Options, Accessories, and Related Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Web Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Related Agilent Literature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 2 Specifications Range 1 Option 503 Option 509 Resolution CW All sweep modes CW switching speed 3, 4 Phase offset Frequency bands Band 1 2 3 4 5 6 Accuracy Frequency 100 kHz to 3.2 GHz 100 kHz to 9 GHz 0.001 Hz 0.01 Hz 2 < 11 ms (typ) (7 ms (nom)) Adjustable in nominal 0.1 ° increments Frequency range N5 100 kHz to 250 MHz 1/8 > 250 to 500 MHz 1/16 > 500 MHz to 1 GHz 1/8 > 1 to 2 GHz 1/4 > 2 to 3.2 GHz 1/2 > 3.2 to 9 GHz 1 ± aging rate ± temperature effects ± line voltage effects (nom) ± calibration accuracy Internal timebase reference oscillator Aging rate < ±3 x 10–8/year or < ±2.5 x 10–10/day after 30 days Temperature effects (typ) < ±4.5 x 10–9 0 to 55 °C Line voltage effects (typ) < ±2 x 10–10 for ±10% change External reference frequency 10 MHz only Lock range ±1.0 ppm Reference output Frequency 10 MHz Amplitude > +4 dBm into 50 Ω load (typ) External reference input Amplitude 5 dBm ±5 dB 6 Input impedance 50 Ω (nom) Step (digital) sweep Operating modes Sweep range Frequency sweep Amplitude sweep Dwell time Number of points Triggering Settling time Frequency Amplitude • Step sweep of frequency or amplitude or both (start to stop) • List sweep of frequency or amplitude or both (arbitrary list) Within instrument frequency range Within attenuator hold range (see “Output” section) 1 ms to 60 s 2 to 65535 (step sweep) 2 to 1601 per table (list sweep) Auto, external, single, or GPIB < 9 ms (typ) 7 < 5 ms (typ) 1. Performance is unspecified below 250 kHz. 2. In ramp sweep mode (Option 007), resolution is limited with narrow spans and slow sweep speeds. Refer to ramp sweep specifications for more information. 3. Time from GPIB trigger to frequency within 0.1 ppm of final frequency above 250 MHz or within 100 Hz below 250 MHz. 4. Add 12 ms (typical) when switching from greater than 3.2 GHz to less than 3.2 GHz (option 509 only). 5. N is a factor used to help define certain specifications within the document. 6. To optimize phase noise use 5 dBm ± 2 dB. 7. 19 ms (typ) when stepping from greater than 3.2 GHz to less than 3.2 GHz (option 509 only). 3 Ramp (analog) sweep Option 007 1 Operating modes Sweep span range Maximum sweep rate Frequency accuracy • Synthesized frequency sweep (start/stop), (center/span), (swept CW) • Power (amplitude) sweep (start/stop) • Manual sweep, RPG control between start and stop frequencies • Alternate sweep Alternates successive sweeps between current and stored states Settable from minimum 2 to full range Start frequency Maximum sweep rate Max span for 100 ms sweep 250 kHz to < 0.5 GHz 25 MHz/ms 2.5 GHz 0.5 to < 1 GHz 50 MHz/ms 5 GHz 1 to < 2 GHz 100 MHz/ms 9 GHz 2 to < 3. 2 GHz 200 MHz/ms 9 GHz ≥ 3.2 GHz 400 MHz/ms 9 GHz ± 0.05% of span ± timebase (at 100 ms sweep time, for sweep spans less than maximum values given above). Accuracy improves proportionally as sweep time increases. 3 (forward sweep, not including bandswitch and retrace intervals) 10 ms to 200 s 1 ms Set to minimum value determined by maximum sweep rate and 8757D setting Triggering Auto, external, single, or GPIB Markers 10 independent continuously variable frequency markers Display Z-axis intensity or RF amplitude pulse Functions M1 to center, M1/M2 to start/stop, marker delta Two-tone (master/slave) Two E8663D’s can synchronously track each other, with measurements 4 independent control of start/stop frequencies Network analyzer Fully compatible with Agilent 8757D scalar network analyzer. compatibility Also useable with Agilent 8757A/C/E scalar network analyzers for making basic swept measurements. 5 Sweep time Manual mode settable Resolution Auto mode 1. During ramp sweep operation, AM, FM, phase modulation, and pulse modulation are useable but performance is not guaranteed. 2. Minimum settable sweep span is proportional to carrier frequency and sweep time. Actual sweep span may be slightly different than desired setting for spans less than [0.00004% of carrier frequency or 140 Hz] x [sweep time in seconds]. Actual span will always be displayed correctly. 3. Typical accuracy for sweep times > 100 ms can be calculated from the equation: [(0.005% of span)/(sweep time in seconds)] ± timebase. Accuracy is not specified for sweep times < 100 ms. 4. For master/slave operation use Agilent part #8120-8806 master/slave interface cable. 5. GPIB system interface is not supported with 8757A/C/E, only with 8757D. As a result, some features of 8757A/C/E, such as frequency display, pass-through mode, and alternate sweep, do not function with PSG signal generators. 4 Minimum settable output power Standard With Option 1E1 Step attenuator Option 503 and 509 Maximum output power (dBm) 1 Frequency range 2 Standard -20 dBm -135 dBm spec. (typical) Option 1EU Option 1E1 Power [dBm] Options 503 and 509 10 to 250 MHz (1EH Filters on) +12 > 0.25 to 2 GHz (1EH Filters on) +14 100 kHz to 250 kHz +10 (nom) 250 kHz to 10 MHz +12 10 to < 60 MHz +14 60 to 250 MHz +15 +15 > 0.25 to 3.2 GHz 3 > 3.2 to 9 GHz +15 Maximum output power (measured) +12 (+15) +14 (+16) +10 (nom) +12 (+15) +14 (+17) +19 (+20) +21 (+23) +22 (+23) +12 +14 +10 (nom) +12 +14 +15 +15 +14 Option 1E1 + 1EU +12 (+15) +14 (+16) +10 (nom) +12 (+15) +14 (+17) +19 (+20) +21 (+23) +21 (+22) Maximum output power 34 32 30 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 STD, 1E1 1EU, 1E1 0 2 4 6 Frequency [GHz] 8 1EU, 1E1 maximum output power 27 25 Power [dBm] Output 23 1EH - Filters on 1EH - Filters off 21 19 17 15 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2 Frequency [GHz] 1. Maximum power specifications are warranted from 15 to 35 °C, and are typical from 0 to 15 °C. Maximum power over the 35 to 55 °C range typically degrades less than 2 dB. 2. With Option 1EH low-pass filters below 2 GHz switched off, unless otherwise specified. 3. With Option 1EH low-pass filters below 2 GHz switched off. With filters on, this specification applies above 2 GHz. 5 Step attenuator (Option 1E1) 1 Options 503 and 509 With Optimize S/N On 0 dB and 5 dB to 115 dB in 10 dB steps 2 0 to 115 dB in 5 dB steps Attenuator hold range minimum From –20 dBm to maximum specified output power with step attenuator in 0 dB position. Can be offset using Option 1E1 attenuator. Amplitude switching speed < 6 ms (typ) 3 < 10 ms (typ) (not including power search) 4 ALC On ALC Off Level accuracy 5 (dB) > 20 dBm 20 to 16 dBm 16 to 10 dBm 10 to 0 dBm 0 to -10 dBm -10 to -20 dBm Frequency Options 503, 509 250 kHz to 2 GHz 2 > 2 to 9 GHz ±0.8 7 ±1.0 ±0.8 ±0.8 ±0.6 ±0.8 ±0.6 ±0.8 ±0.6 ±0.8 ±1.2 ±1.2 Level accuracy with step attenuator (Option 1E1) 6 (dB) Frequency > 20 dBm 20 to 16 dBm 16 to 10 dBm 10 to 0 dBm 0 to -10 dBm -10 to -70 dBm -70 to -90 dBm Options 503, 509 250 kHz to ±0.8 ±0.8 7 2 GHz 2 > 2 to 9 GHz ±1.0 ±0.8 Level accuracy (Measured) ±0.6 ±0.6 ±0.6 ±0.7 ±0.8 ±0.8 ±0.8 ±0.8 ±0.9 ±1.0 Accuracy (dB) Option 1E1 at -110 dBm (measured) 0.25 0.2 0.15 0.1 0.05 0 -0.05 -0.1 -0.15 0 4 8 Frequency [GHz] 1. The step attenuator provides coarse power attenuation to achieve low power levels. Fine power level adjustment is provided by the ALC (Automatic Level Control) within the attenuator hold range. 2. Optimize S/N mode provides improved Signal/Noise performance, and is included with Option 1EU models. Specs in the following sections (such as level accuracy, spectral purity, modulation, etc.) are only tested with Optimize S/N mode turned off. 3. To within 0.1 dB of final amplitude within one attenuator range. 4. To within 0.5 dB of final amplitude within one attenuator range. Add up to 50 ms when using Power Search. 5. Specifications apply in CW and list/step sweep modes over the 15 to 35 ºC temperature range with the ALC on. Degradation outside this range, for power levels > –10 dBm, is typically < 0.3 dB. In ramp sweep mode (with Option 007), specifications are typical. Specifications do not apply above the maximum specified power. 6. Specifications apply in CW and list/step sweep modes over the 15 to 35 ºC temperature range, with attenuator hold off (normal operating mode). Degradation outside this range, for ALC power levels > –10 dBm, is typically < 0.3 dB. In ramp sweep mode (with Option 007), specifications are typical. Specifications do not apply above the maximum specified power. 7. Nominal above +16 dBm from 10 MHz to 60 MHz. 6 Resolution 0.01 dB Temperature stability 0.02 dB/°C (typ) User flatness correction Number of points Number of tables Path loss Entry modes Output impedance 2 to 1601 points/table Up to 10,000, memory limited Arbitrary, within attenuator range Remote power meter 1, remote bus, manual (user edit/view) 50 Ω (nom) SWR (internally leveled) 250 kHz to 2 GHz > 2 GHz to 9 GHz < 1.4:1 (typ) < 1.6:1 (typ) Leveling modes Internal leveling, external detector leveling, ALC off External detector leveling Range –0.2 mV to –0.5 V (nom) (–36 dBm to +4 dBm using Agilent 33330D/E detector) Selectable 0.1 to 100 kHz (nom) (Note: not intended for pulsed operation) 1/2 Watt, 0 V DC Bandwidth Maximum reverse power Adjustable RF output limit Function Protects external devices by limiting maximum RF output. Operates in all leveling modes (internal, external). User-adjustable from +15 dBm to maximum output power Range Accuracy +15 to +25 dBm > +25 dBm Resolution Response Time Adjustment RF output limit (measured) ±1 dB (typical) ±1.5 dB (typical) 1 dB 30 µsec (measured) Can be locked to prevent accidental change Adjustable RF Output Limit 28 Power [dBm] 26 24 22 20 18 15 dBm 20 dBm 23 dBm Max Power 16 14 0 2 4 6 8 Frequency [GHz] 1. Compatible with Agilent EPM Series (E4418B and E4419B) power meters. 7 Harmonics 1 Spectral purity dBc at +10 dBm or maximum specified output power, whichever is lower Frequency < 10 MHz 10 to 50 MHz 10 to 50 MHz with Option 1EH Filters On: 0.05 to 2 GHz 0.01 to 2 GHz with Option 1EH Filters On: 2 to 9 GHz Options 503, 509 -25 dBc (typ < 1 MHz) -28 dBc -45 dBc 2 -30 dBc -55 dBc 2 -55 dBc 10 to 250 MHz, Option UNX Low Phase Noise mode: With Option 1EH Filters Off: With Option 1EH Filters On: Harmonics (measured) -8 dBc (typ) -50 dBc Option 503/509 Harmonics at +10 dBm (measured) -30 Standard vs. Option 1EH harmonics (measured) 0 -10 2nd harmonic (dBc) 2nd harmonic (dBc) -40 -50 -60 -70 Standard Option 1EH -20 -30 -40 -50 -60 -70 -80 -80 -90 0 -90 0 2 4 6 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2 Frequency [GHz] 8 Frequency [GHz] Sub-harmonics 3 100 kHz to 9 GHz Non-harmonics 4 Frequency 250 kHz to 250 MHz 1 to 250 MHz (Option UNX low phase noise mode) > 250 MHz to 1 GHz > 1 to 2 GHz > 2 to 3.2 GHz > 3.2 to 9 GHz None dBc at +10 dBm or maximum specified output power, whichever is lower, for offsets > 3 kHz [> 300 Hz with Option UNX] Line-related Spec Typical (≤ 300 Hz) Typical -65 -72 5 -55 -80 -88 -55 -80 -74 -68 -62 -88 -82 -76 -70 -55 -55 -55 -50 1. Specifications are typical for harmonics beyond specified frequency range. Specifications are with Option 1EH Low-pass filters below 2 GHz off and Option UNX Low Phase Noise Mode off unless noted. 2. Below 250 MHz in ramp sweep mode (Option 007), Option 1EH filters are always off. Refer to harmonic specification with filters off. 3. Sub-harmonics are defined as Carrier Freq/N. 4. Specifications apply for CW mode, without modulation. In ramp sweep mode (Option 007), performance is typical for offsets > 1 MHz. 5. For > 10 kHz offsets. 8 Residual FM CW mode CW mode with Option UNX Ramp sweep mode Broadband noise (RMS, 50 Hz to 15 kHz bandwidth) < N x 6 Hz (typ) < N x 4 Hz (typ) < N x 1 kHz (typ) (CW mode at +10 dBm or maximum specified output power, whichever is lower, for offsets > 10 MHz) < –148 dBc/Hz (typ) 10 MHz to 9 GHz Measured RMS jitter 1 Standard Carrier SONET/SDH frequency data rates 155 MHz 155 MB/s 622 MHz 622 MB/s 2.488 GHz 2488 MB/s RMS jitter bandwidth 100 Hz to 1.5 MHz 1 kHz to 5 MHz 5 kHz to 20 MHz Unit intervals (µUI) 30 27 84 Time (fs) 190 43 34 Option UNX Carrier frequency 155 MHz 622 MHz 2.488 GHz RMS jitter bandwidth 100 Hz to 1.5 MHz 1 kHz to 5 MHz 5 kHz to 20 MHz Unit intervals (µUI) 7 27 86 Time (fs) 47 43 35 SONET/SDH data rates 155 MB/s 622 MB/s 2488 MB/s 1. Calculated from phase noise performance in CW mode only at +10 dBm. For other frequencies, data rates, or bandwidths, please contact your sales representative 9 SSB phase noise (dBc/Hz) (CW) 1 Offset from carrier Frequency 20 kHz 20 kHz (typical) 250 kHz to 250 MHz 2 -130 -134 > 250 to 500 MHz 2 -134 -138 > 500 MHz to 1 GHz 2 -130 -134 > 1 to 2 GHz 2 -124 -128 > 2 to 3.2 GHz -120 -124 > 3.2 to 9 GHz -110 -113 Option UNX: Absolute SSB phase noise (dBc/Hz) (CW) 1 Offset from carrier Frequency 1 Hz Spec (typ) 10 Hz Spec (typ) 100 Hz Spec (typ) 1 kHz Spec (typ) 10 kHz Spec (typ) 100 kHz Spec (typ) 250 kHz to 250 MHz 2 -58 (-66) -87 (-94) -104 (-120) -121 (-128) -128 (-132) -130 (-133) > 250 to 500 MHz 2 -61 (-72) -88 (-98) -108 (-118) -126 (-132) -132 (-136) -136 (-141) > 500 MHz to 1 GHz 2 -57 (-65) -84 (-93) -101 (-111) -121 (-130) -130 (-134) -130 (-135) > 1 to 2 GHz 2 -51 (-58) -79 (-86) -96 (-106) -115 (-124) -124 (-129) -124 (-129) > 2 to 3.2 GHz -46 (-54) -74 (-82) -92 (-102) -111 (-120) -120 (-124) -120 (-124) > 3.2 to 9 GHz -37 (-44) -65 (-72) -81 (-92) -101 (-109) -110 (-114) -110 (-115) Option UNX: Residual SSB phase noise (dBc/Hz) (CW) 1 Offset from carrier Frequency 1 Hz Spec (typ) 10 Hz Spec (typ) 100 Hz Spec (typ) 1 kHz Spec (typ) 10 kHz Spec (typ) 100 kHz Spec (typ) 250 kHz to 250 MHz 2 (-94) -100 (-107) -110 (-118) -120 (-126) -128 (-132) -130 (-133) > 250 to 500 MHz 2 (-101) -105 (-112) -115 (-122) -124 (-131) -132 (-136) -136 (-141) > 500 MHz to 1 GHz 2 (-94) -100 (-107) -110 (-118) -120 (-126) -130 (-134) -130 (-134) > 1 to 2 GHz 2 (-89) -96 (-101) -104 (-112) -114 (-120) -124 (-129) -124 (-129) > 2 to 3.2 GHz (-85) -92 (-97) -100 (-108) -110 (-116) -120 (-124) -120 (-124) > 3.2 to 9 GHz (-74) (-87) (-98) (-106) (-114) (-115) Option UNX low phase noise mode (1 to 250 MHz) Absolute SSB phase noise (CW) Frequency 1 Hz Spec (typ) 1 Offset from carrier (dBc/Hz at +16 dBm) 10 Hz Spec (typ) 100 Hz Spec (typ) 1 kHz Spec (typ) 10 kHz Spec (typ) 100 kHz Spec (typ) 1 MHz (-109) (-120) (-130) (-143) (-150) (-150) 10 MHz -90(-95) -125 (-130) -130 (-135) -143 (-148) -155 (-158) -155 (-158) 100 MHz -70(-75) -97 (-102) -119 (-124) -130 (-135) -140 (-145) -140 (-145) 250 MHz (-76) (-104) (-121) (-138) (-142) (-142) 1. Phase noise specifications are warranted from 15 to 35 °C, excluding external mechanical vibration. 2. Measured at +10 dBm or maximum specified power, whichever is less. 10 Measured phase noise (data collected with the E5500 and plotted without spurs) UNX phase noise –40 –50 –60 –70 –80 –90 –100 –110 –120 –130 –140 –150 –160 –170 1 Hz Absolute SSB phase noise (measured) 9 GHz 3.2 GHz 2 GHz 1 GHz 500 MHz 10 Hz 100 Hz 1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz 1 MHz 10 MHz 100MHz L(f) [dBc/Hz] vs. f [Hz] AM noise AM noise at 1 GHz (measured) –40 –50 –60 –70 –80 –90 –100 –110 –120 –130 –140 –150 –160 –170 1 Hz 10 Hz 100 Hz 1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz 1 MHz 10 MHz 100 MHz L(f) [dBc/Hz] vs. f [Hz] Residual phase noise Option UNX residual phase noise (measured) -40 -50 -60 -70 -80 -90 -100 -110 9 GHz 3 GHz 1 GHz -120 -130 -140 -150 -160 -170 0 10 100 1k 100 k 1M 10 M 100 M 1E+08 L(f) [dBc/Hz] vs. f [Hz] 11 UNX Phase Noise < 250 MHz in Low Phase Noise mode -40 Option UNX SSB absolute phase noise Low Phase Noise Mode Residual phase noise -50 -50 -60 -60 -70 -70 -80 -80 -90 -100 -90 -100 -110 -110 -120 Option UNX residual phase noise Low Phase Noise Mode -40 -120 10 MHz 100 MHz -130 -140 10 MHz 100 MHz -130 -140 -150 -150 -160 -160 -170 -170 0 10 100 1k 10 k 100 K 1M 10 M 100 M 0 10 L(f) [dBc/Hz] vs. f [Hz] Frequency modulation (Option UNT) 100 1k 10 k 100 K 1M 10 M 100 M L(f) [dBc/Hz] vs. f [Hz] Maximum deviation 1 Normal mode: Frequency 250 kHz to 250 MHz > 250 to 500 MHz > 500 MHz to 1 GHz > 1 GHz to 2 GHz > 2 GHz to 3.2 GHz > 3.2 GHz to 9 GHz Max deviation 2 MHz 1 MHz 2 MHz 4 MHz 8 MHz 16 MHz Option UNX Low Phase Noise Mode: Frequency Max deviation > 0.98 to 1.953 MHz 3.906 kHz > 1.953 to 3.906 MHz 7.8125 kHz > 3.906 to 7.813 MHz 15.625 kHz > 7.813 to 15.63 MHz 31.25 kHz > 15.63 to 31.25 MHz 62.5 kHz > 31.25 to 62.5 MHz 125 kHz Resolution 0.1% of deviation or 1 Hz, whichever is greater Deviation accuracy < ± 3.5% of FM deviation + 20 Hz (1 kHz rate, deviations < N x 800 kHz) Modulation frequency response 2 (at 100 kHz deviation) Path [coupling] 1 dB bandwidth 3 dB bandwidth (typ) FM path 1 [DC] DC to 100 kHz DC to 10 MHz FM path 2 [DC] DC to 100 kHz DC to 1 MHz FM path 1 [AC] 20 Hz to 100 kHz 5 Hz to 10 MHz FM path 2 [AC] 20 Hz to 100 kHz 5 Hz to 1 MHz DC FM 3 carrier offset ±0.1% of set deviation + (N x 8 Hz) Distortion < 1% (1 kHz rate, deviations < N x 800 kHz) Sensitivity ±1 Vpeak for indicated deviation Paths FM1 and FM2 are summed internally for composite modulation. Either path may be switched to any one of the modulation sources: Ext1, Ext2, internal1, internal2. The FM2 path is limited to a maximum rate of 1 MHz. The FM2 path must be set to a deviation less than FM1. 1. Through any combination of path1, path2, or path1 + path2. 2. Specifications apply in CW and list/step sweep modes. During ramp sweep operation (Option 007), 3 dB bandwidth is typically 50 kHz to 10 MHz (FM1 path), and 50 kHz to 1 MHz (FM2 path). 3. At the calibrated deviation and carrier frequency, within 5 °C of ambient temperature at time of user calibration. 12 Phase modulation (Option UNT) Amplitude modulation 3, 4 (Option UNT) Maximum deviation 1 Frequency Normal BW mode High BW mode 250 kHz to 250 MHz 20 rad 2 rad > 250 to 500 MHz 10 rad 1 rad > 500 MHz to 1 GHz 20 rad 2 rad > 1 GHz to 2 GHz 40 rad 4 rad > 2 GHz to 3.2 GHz 80 rad 8 rad > 3.2 GHz to 9 GHz 160 rad 16 rad Opt UNX low phase noise mode > 0.98 to 1.953 MHz 0.03906 rad 0.003906 rad > 1.953 to 3.906 MHz 0.078125 rad 0.0078125 rad > 3.906 to 7.813 MHz 0.15625 rad 0.015625 rad > 7.813 to 15.63 MHz 0.3125 rad 0.03125 rad > 15.63 to 31.25 MHz 0.625 rad 0.0625 rad > 31.25 to 62.5 MHz 1.25 rad 0.125 rad > 62.5 to 125 MHz 2.5 rad 0.25 rad > 125 to 250 MHz 5 rad 0.5 rad Resolution 0.1% of set deviation < ±5% of deviation + 0.01 radians (1 kHz rate, normal BW mode) Deviation accuracy Modulation frequency response 2 Normal BW mode High BW mode Rates (3 dB BW) DC to 100 kHz DC to 1 MHz (typ) 3 Distortion < 1% (1 kHz rate, Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), dev < N x 80 rad, normal BW mode) Sensitivity ±1 Vpeak for indicated deviation ΦM1 and ΦM2 are summed internally for composite modulation. Paths Either path may be switched to any one of the modulation sources: Ext1, Ext2, internal1, internal2. The ΦM2 path must be set to a deviation less than ΦM1. Depth Maximum ALC On ALC Off with Power Search 5 or ALC On with Deep AM 6 Settable Sensitivity Resolution Depth accuracy (1 kHz rate) ALC On Linear mode Exponential (log) mode (downward modulation only) Option UNT Option UNT + 1SM 4 > 90% > 20 dB > 95% 0 to 100% 0 to 100%/V 0.1% > 50 dB 7 0 to 40 dB 0 to 40 dB/V 0.01 dB > 60 dB 7 0 to 40 dB 0 to 40 dB/V 0.01 dB ±6% of setting ±2% of setting ±2% of setting +1% +0.2 dB +0.2 dB --±0.5 dB (< 2 dB depth) ALC Off with Power Search 4 --or ALC On with Deep AM 5 ----±1 dB (< 10 dB depth) ----±2 dB (< 40 dB depth) ----±3 dB (< 50 dB depth) ----±5 dB (< 60 dB depth) External input (selectable polarity) Sensitivity for indicated depth 1 V peak -1 or +1 V -1 or +1 V ±3.5 V 8 Maximum allowable ±1 V ±3.5 V 8 Rates (3 dB bandwidth, 30% depth) DC coupled 0 to 100 kHz AC coupled 10 Hz to 100 kHz (useable to 1 MHz) Distortion (1 kHz rate, ALC On, linear mode, total harmonic distortion) 30% AM < 1.5% 60% AM < 2% Paths AM1 and AM2 are summed internally for composite modulation. Either path may be switched to any one of the modulation sources: Ext1, Ext2, Internal1, Internal2. 1. Through any combination of path1, path2, or path1 + path2. 2. Specifications apply in CW and list/step sweep modes. During ramp sweep operation (Option 007), 3 dB bandwidth is typically 50 kHz to 1 MHz (high BW mode) 3. Path 1 is useable to 4 MHz for external inputs less than 0.3 V peak. 4. All AM specifications are typical. For carrier frequencies below 2 MHz, AM is useable but not specified. Unless otherwise stated, specifications apply with ALC on, deep AM off, and envelope peaks within ALC operating range (–20 dBm to maximum specified power, excluding step-attenuator setting). With Option UNX low phase noise mode on, AM is useable but not recommended or specified below 250 MHz. 5. ALC Off is used for narrow pulse modulation and/or high AM depths, with envelope peaks below ALC operating range. Carrier power level will be accurate after a Power Search is executed. 6. ALC On with Deep AM provides high AM depths together with closed-loop internal leveling. This mode must be used with a repetitive AM waveform (frequency > 10 Hz) with peaks > -5 dBm (nominal, excluding step-attenuator setting). 7. Modulation depths greater than 40 dB require an external input greater than ±1 volt, and are not available with the internal modulation source. 8. If 600 Ω input impedance is selected, maximum input voltage is ±6 V. 13 External modulation inputs (Ext1 & Ext2) (Option UNT) Modulation types Input impedance High/low indicator (100 Hz to 10 MHz BW, ac coupled inputs only) Internal modulation source (Option UNT) Dual function generators provide two independent signals (internal1 and internal2) for use with AM, FM, ΦM, or LF Out. Waveforms Sine, square, positive ramp, negative ramp, triangle, Gaussian noise, uniform noise, swept sine, dual sine1 Rate range Sine 0.5 Hz to 1 MHz Square, ramp, triangle 0.5 Hz to 100 kHz Resolution 0.5 Hz Accuracy Same as timebase LF Out Output Internal1 or internal2. Also provides monitoring of internal1or internal2 when used for AM, FM, or ΦM. Amplitude 0 to 3 Vpeak, (nom) into 50 Ω Output impedance 50 Ω (nom) Swept sine mode: (frequency, phase continuous) Operating modes Triggered or continuous sweeps Frequency range 1 Hz to 1 MHz Sweep rate 0.5 Hz to 100 kHz sweeps/s, equivalent to sweep times 10 us to 2 s Resolution 0.5 Hz (0.5 sweep/s) AM, FM, and ΦM 50 or 600 Ω (nom) switched Activated when input level error exceeds 3% (nom) 1. Internal2 is not available when using swept sine or dual sine modes. 14 Pulse modulation 1 On/Off ratio Rise/Fall times (Tr, Tf) Options 503, 509 50 to 400 MHz Above 400 MHz Minimum pulse width ALC On ALC Off with Power Search 2 Options 503, 509 50 to 400 MHz Above 400 MHz Repetition frequency ALC On ALC Off Level accuracy (relative to CW) ALC On ALC Off with Power Search 2 50 MHz to 3.2 GHz Above 3.2 GHz Width compression (RF width relative to video out) Video feed-through 3 50 to 250 MHz > 250 to 400 MHz > 0.4 to 3.2 GHz Above 3.2 GHz Video delay (ext input to video) RF delay (video to RF output) 50 to 250 MHz > 0.25 to 3.2 GHz Above 3.2 GHz Pulse overshoot Input level Input impedance Standard pulse modulation 80 dB (typical) Option UNW narrow pulse modulation 80 dB 10 ns (typical) 6 ns (typical) 15 ns (10 ns typical) 10 ns (6 ns typical) 1 µs 1 µs 150 ns 150 ns 30 ns 20 ns 10 Hz to 500 kHz dc to 3 MHz 10 Hz to 500 kHz dc to 10 MHz ± 0.5 dB (0.15 dB typical) ± 0.7 dB (typical) ± 0.5 dB (typical) ± 5 ns (typical) < 3% (typical) < 10% (typical) < 5% (typical) < 2 mV pk-pk (typical) 50 ns (nom) 35 ns (nominal) 25 ns (nominal) 30 ns (nominal) < 10% (typical) +1 V = RF On 50 Ω (nom) 1. With ALC off, specs apply after the execution of Power Search. Specifications apply with Atten Hold Off (default mode for instruments with attenuator), or ALC level between –5 and +10 dBm or maximum specific power, whichever is lower. Below 50 MHz, pulse modulation is useable; however performance is not warranted. Pulse modulation does not operate if Option UNX Low Phase Noise mode is on. 2. Power Search is a calibration routine that improves level accuracy with ALC off. The instrument microprocessor momentarily closes the ALC loop to find the modulator drive setting necessary to make the quiescent RF level equal to an entered value, then opens the ALC loop while maintaining that modulator drive setting. When executing Power Search, RF power will be present for typically 10 to 50 ms; the step attenuator (Option 1E1) can be set to automatically switch to maximum attenuation to protect sensitive devices. Power search can be configured to operate either automatically or manually at the carrier frequency, or over a user-definable frequency range. 3. With Option 1E1 step attenuator in 0 dB position. Above 3.2 GHz, video feed-through decreases with step attenuator setting. Below 3.2 GHz, video feed-through is expressed as a percentage of RF output level. 15 Measured pulse modulation envelope Freq = 9 GHz, Ampl = 10 dBm, ALC Off, 10 ns/div Internal pulse generator Modes Period (PRI) (Tp) Pulse width (Tw) Delay (Td) Free-run mode Triggered with delay and doublet modes Resolution Td Video delay (variable) Tw Video pulse width (variable) Tp Pulse period (variable) Tm RF delay Trf RF pulse width Tf RF pulse fall time Tr RF pulse rise time Vor Pulse overshoot Vf Video feedthrough Free-run, triggered, triggered with delay, doublet, and gated. Triggered with delay, doublet, and gated require external trigger source. 70 ns to 42 s (Repetition frequency: 0.024 Hz to 14.28 MHz) 10 ns to 42 s 0 to ±42 s 75 ns to 42s with ±10 ns jitter 10 ns (width, delay, and PRI) Sync Output Td Video Output 50% 50% Tw RF Pulse Output 50% 10% 90% Tr 1. With attenuator in 0 dB position. Video feed-through decreases with attenuator setting. 16 Tp Tm Vor Vf Trf Tf Simultaneous modulation All modulation types (FM, AM, ΦM, and pulse modulations) may be simultaneously enabled except: FM with ΦM, and linear AM with exponential AM. AM, FM, and ΦM can sum simultaneous inputs from any two sources (Ext1, Ext2, internal1, or internal2). Any given source (Ext1, Ext2, internal1, or internal2) may be routed to only one activated modulation type. Remote programming Interfaces Control languages IEEE-488 functions ISO compliant Agilent IO Libraries GPIB (IEEE-488.2,1987) with listen and talk, RS-232, and 10BaseT LAN interface. SCPI version 1997.0. Completely code compatible with previous PSG signal generator model, E8663B The E8663D will emulate the applicable commands for the following Agilent signal generators, providing general compatibility with ATE systems and the E5500 phase noise system: 8662A/63A SH1, AH1, T6, TE0, L4 , LE0, SR1, RL1, PP0, DC1, DT0, C0, E2 This family of signal generators is manufactured in an ISO-9001 registered facility in concurrence with Agilent’s commitment to quality. Agilent’s IO Library Suite ships with the E8663D to help you quickly establish an error-free connection between your PC and instrumentsregardless of the vendor. It provides robust instrument control and works with the software development environment you choose. 17 General specifications Power requirements Operating temperature range Storage temperature range 1 Altitude Environmental testing EMC Acoustic noise Storage registers Security Compatibility Self-test Weight Dimensions Recommended calibration cycle 100/120 VAC 50/60/400 Hz; or 220/240 VAC 50/60 Hz, (automatically selected); < 250 W typical, 350 W maximum 0 to 55 °C -40 to 70 °C < 4,572 m (15,000 ft.) Samples of this product have been tested in accordance with the Agilent Environmental Test Manual and verified to be robust against the environmental stresses of storage, transportation, and end-use; those stresses include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, altitude, and power line conditions. Test methods are aligned with IEC 60068-2 and levels are similar to MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3.2 Meets the conducted and radiated interference and immunity requirements of IEC/EN 61326-1. Meets radiated emission requirements of CISPR Pub 11/1997 Group 1 class A. Normal: 51 dBA (nom) Worst case: 62 dBA (nom) 3 Memory is shared by instrument states and sweep list files. There is 14 MB of flash memory available in the E8663D. Depending on how the memory is used, a maximum of 1000 instrument states can be saved. Display blanking Memory clearing functions (see Application Note Security of Agilent Signal Generators Issues and Solutions, literature number 5989-1091EN) Agilent EPM Series power meters. Internal diagnostic routine tests most modules (including microcircuits) in a preset condition. For each module, if its node voltages are within acceptable limits, then the module “passes” the test. < 22 kg (48 lb.) net, < 30 kg (68 lb.) shipping 178 mm H x 426 mm W x 515 mm D (7” H x 16.8” W x 20.3” D in.) 24 months 1. Storage below –20 °C instrument states may be lost. 2. As is the case with all signal generation equipment, phase noise specifications are not warranted in a vibrating environment. 3. This is louder than typical Agilent equipment: 60 dBA (nom). 18 Input/Output Descriptions Front panel connectors (All connectors are BNC female unless otherwise noted.) 1 RF output Option 503 and 509 ALC input LF output External input 1 External input 2 Pulse/trigger gate input Pulse video out Pulse sync out Rear panel connectors (all connectors are BNC female unless otherwise noted.) 1 Auxiliary interface (dual mode) GPIB LAN 10 MHz input 10 MHz output Sweep output (dual mode) Output impedance 50 Ω (nom) Type-N Used for negative external detector leveling. Nominal input impedance 120 kΩ, damage level ±15 V. Outputs the internally generated LF source. Nominal output impedance 50 Ω. Drives either AM, FM, or ΦM. Nominal input impedance 50 or 600 Ω, damage levels are 5 Vrms and 10 Vpeak. Drives either AM, FM, or ΦM. Nominal input impedance 50 or 600 Ω, damage levels are 5 Vrms and 10 Vpeak. Accepts input signal for external fast pulse modulation. Also accepts external trigger pulse input for internal pulse modulation. Nominal impedance 50 Ω. Damage levels are 5 Vrms and 10 Vpeak. Outputs a signal that follows the RF output in all pulse modes. TTL-level compatible, nominal source impedance 50 Ω. Outputs a synchronizing pulse, nominally 50 ns width, during internal and triggered pulse modulation. TTL-level compatible, nominal source impedance 50 Ω. Used for RS-232 serial communication and for master/slave source synchronization. (9-pin subminiature female connector). Allows communication with compatible devices Allows 10BaseT LAN communication Accepts an external reference (timebase) input (at 10 MHz) Nominal input impedance 50 Ω Damage levels > +10 dBm Outputs internal or external reference signal. Nominal output impedance 50 Ω. Nominal output power +8 dBm. Supplies a voltage proportional to the RF power or frequency sweep ranging from 0 volts at the start of sweep to +10 volts (nom) at the end of sweep, regardless of sweep width. During CW operation, supplies a voltage proportional to the output frequency, +10 volts (nom) corresponding to the maximum specified frequency. Output impedance: < 1 Ω (nom), can drive 2000 Ω. 1. Digital inputs and output are 3.3 V CMOS unless indicated otherwise. Inputs will accept 5 V CMOS, 3 V CMOS, or TTL voltage levels. 19 Stop sweep In/Out Trigger output (dual mode) Trigger input Source module interface Source settled Z-axis Blank/Markers 10 MHz EFC 1 GHz Out Removable flash memory drive 20 Open-collector, TTL-compatible input/output. In ramp sweep operation, provides low level (nominally 0 V) during sweep retrace and bandcross intervals, and high level during the forward portion of the sweep. Sweep will stop when grounded externally, sweep will resume when allowed to go high. Outputs a TTL signal. High at start of dwell, or when waiting for point trigger; low when dwell is over or point trigger is received. When using LF Out, provides 2 us pulse at start of LF sweep. Accepts TTL signal for triggering point-to-point in manual sweep mode, or to trigger start of LF sweep. Damage levels ≥ +10 V or ≤ -4 V. Reserved for future use Provides an output trigger that indicates when the signal generator has settled to a new frequency or power level. High indicates source not settled, Low indicates source settled. Supplies –5 V (nom) level when the RF frequency is at a marker frequency. (Option UNX only) Accepts an external DC voltage, ranging from -5 V to +5 V, for electronic frequency control (EFC) of the internal 10 MHz reference oscillator. This voltage inversely tunes the oscillator about its center frequency approximately -0.07 ppm/V. The nominal input impedance is greater than 1 MΩ. (Option UNX only) Low noise 1 GHz reference output signal, approximately +5 dBm (nom). Accepts 8 GB compact flash memory card for optional non-volatile memory (Option 008 only). All user information (Save/Recall settings, flatness files, presets, etc) is stored on removable memory card when Option 008 is installed. Options, Accessories, and Related Products Model/option E8663D-503 E8663D-509 E8663D-007 E8663D-008 E8663D-063 E8663D-UNX E8663D-UNT E8663D-UNW E8663D-1E1 E8663D-1EH E8663D-1EM E8663D-1EU E8663D-1SM E8663D-1CN E8663D-1CM E8663D-1CP E8663D-C09 E8663D-H1S E8663D-HCC E8663D-UK6 E8663D-CD1 E8663D-ABA E8663D-0BW 8120-8806 9211-2656 9211-7481 Description Frequency range from 100 kHz to 3.2 GHz Frequency range from 100 kHz to 9 GHz Analog ramp sweep 8 GB removable flash memory E8663B backwards compatibility option bundle (1EU, 1E1, 1EH, UNX, UNT) Ultra-low phase noise AM, FM, phase modulation, and LF output Narrow pulse modulation Step attenuator Improved harmonics below 2 GHz (low-pass filters) Moves all front panel connectors to the rear panel High output power Scan Modulation Front handle kit Rackmount flange kit Rackmount flange and front handle kit Move all front panel connectors to the rear panel except for the RF output connector 1 GHz external frequency reference input and output Connections for phase coherency > 250 MHz Commercial calibration certificate and test data CD-ROM containing the English documentation set Printed copy of the English documentation set Printed copy of the assembly-level service guide Master/slave interface cable Transit case Transit case with wheels 21 Web Resources For additional information, visit: www.agilent.com/find/psg For more information about renting, leasing or financing Agilent’s latest technology, visit: www.agilent.com/find/buy/alternatives For more accessory information, visit: www.agilent.com/find/accessories For additional description of Agilent’s IO Libraries Suite features and installation requirements, please go to: www.agilent.com/find/iosuite/database Related Agilent Literature Security of Agilent Signal Generators Issues and Solutions, Literature number 5989-1091EN Agilent PSG Signal Generators Brochure, Literature number 5989-1324EN E8663D PSG Signal Generators Configuration Guide, Literature number 5990-4137EN 22 23 www.agilent.com Agilent Email Updates www.agilent.com/find/emailupdates Get the latest information on the products and applications you select. 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