The Aeroflex FS-2000A-18 is a high-performance direct analog frequency synthesizer belonging to the renowned FS2000 family. Combining sub-microsecond frequency switching with exceptional spectral purity, the FS-2000A-18 is designed for demanding applications such as radar testing, fast ATE systems, and electronic warfare simulation. It uses a patented modular direct analog architecture with a central reference generator to deliver outstanding speed and phase noise performance.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Parallel BCD (standard), GPIB (optional) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 115 / 230 VAC nominal, 47 - 63 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 482.6 mm × 133.4 mm × 558.8 mm |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 18.4 GHz |
| Frequency Switching Speed | < 1 µs |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 Hz (optional to 0.1 Hz) |
| Synthesis Architecture | Iterative, modular direct analog synthesis |
Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Reference Input Frequency | 5 MHz or 10 MHz |
Amplitude and Level Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Switching Speed | Sub-microsecond level correction |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonics | <-25 dBc |
| Non-Harmonic Spurious | <-70 dBc (typical) |
| SSB Phase Noise @ 10 GHz (10 kHz offset) | -114 dBc/Hz |
| SSB Phase Noise @ 10 GHz (100 kHz offset) | -114 dBc/Hz |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 19-inch rackmount |
RF Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
| RF Output Connector | SMA female (rear panel) |
| RF Output Power | +10 dBm minimum (+13 dBm typical) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +71 °C |
Technology
Direct Analog Synthesis
Applications
Radar testing, ATE systems, electronic warfare simulation, frequency agile systems