The Aeroflex FS-2000B-18 is a high-performance direct analog frequency synthesizer within the FS2000 family, covering a frequency range from 10 MHz to 18.4 GHz. Utilizing Aeroflex's patented wideband direct analog synthesis, it offers sub-microsecond frequency switching and sub-microsecond level correction, combined with exceptional spectral purity. This modular instrument is designed for demanding radar simulation, fast-hopping automatic test equipment (ATE), and frequency-agile systems.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 18.4 GHz |
| Frequency Switching Speed | < 1 µs (sub-microsecond) |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 Hz |
System Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Synthesis Architecture | Iterative, modular direct analog architecture |
| Central Reference Generator | Synthesizes 50, 100, 150, 200, and 800 MHz signals from a 100 MHz reference |
System and Control Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Keyboard mainframe with GPIB control |
RF Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
Technology
Direct Analog Synthesis
Applications
Radar simulation, agile frequency hopping, automatic test equipment (ATE), and spectral purity measurements
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