The Anritsu 68369B is a synthesized microwave sweep and signal generator belonging to the 68B Series. Covering a wide frequency range from 10 MHz to 40 GHz, it is designed for local oscillator substitution, component analysis, and automated test equipment (ATE) systems. It features ultra-low single-sideband (SSB) phase noise, precise power output control from -125 dBm to +17 dBm, and comprehensive internal modulation capabilities including AM, FM, phase, and pulse modulation.

Specifications

Frequency

ParameterValue
Minimum Frequency10 MHz
Maximum Frequency40 GHz
Frequency Resolution1 kHz (0.1 Hz optional)
Frequency Switching Time< 40 ms to within 1 kHz
Frequency Reference Aging Rate< 2 x 10^-9 per day
Frequency Reference Aging Rate (Option 16)< 5 x 10^-10 per day
Frequency Reference Temperature Stability< 2 x 10^-8 from 0 to 55 °C

Output

ParameterValue
Phase Noise-86 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset (10 GHz carrier)

Modulation

ParameterValue
ModulationAM, FM, Phase, Pulse
Sweep ModesAnalog, Step, Manual

General

ParameterValue
Reference Oscillator10 MHz (Aging: < 2 x 10^-9/day, Temperature stability: < 2 x 10^-8 from 0 to 55 °C)
InterfacesGPIB (IEEE-488.2), Aux I/O
DisplayFront panel Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Power Consumption400 VA maximum
GPIB Programming LanguageSCPI / Native Anritsu 68B command set
Warm-up Time1 hour (typical to meet specifications)

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply90 to 132 Vac or 180 to 264 Vac, 48 to 440 Hz, 400 VA maximum
Dimensions (W×H×D)133 x 429 x 597
Weight23

Frequency Specifications

ParameterValue
Frequency Range10 MHz to 40 GHz

RF Output Power

ParameterValue
Power Level Accuracy±1 dB
Level Flatness CorrectionUser level flatness correction
Output Impedance50 Ω (nominal)

Spectral Purity

ParameterValue
SSB Phase Noise-86 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset (10 GHz carrier)
Harmonics (10 MHz to 2 GHz)< -30 dBc
Harmonics (2 GHz to 20 GHz)< -40 dBc
Harmonics (20 GHz to 40 GHz)< -30 dBc
Non-Harmonic Spurious (10 MHz to 2 GHz)< -60 dBc
Non-Harmonic Spurious (2 GHz to 40 GHz)< -60 dBc

Sweep Capabilities

ParameterValue
Sweep CapabilitiesAnalog, Step, and Manual Sweep

Modulation Capabilities

ParameterValue
Internal Modulation GeneratorAM, FM, Phase (ΦM), and Pulse modulation
Modulating Waveforms6 built-in waveforms

General Specifications

ParameterValue
Instrument Setup Storage10 non-volatile front panel setups
Multi-Generator SyncMaster/slave operation with additional generator

Front & Rear Panel Interfaces

ParameterValue
RF Output Connector TypeK (female)
Remote Control InterfaceGPIB (IEEE-488.2)

Environmental

ParameterValue
Operating Temperature Range0 °C to +55 °C
Storage Temperature Range-40 °C to +75 °C
Relative Humidity5% to 95% at 40 °C

Inputs & Outputs

ParameterValue
Sweep OutputBNC female, 0 to 10 V nominal
External Trigger InputBNC female, TTL compatible

Level

ParameterValue
Power Level Resolution0.01 dB

Technology

Synthesized Microwave Signal Generator

Applications

Local Oscillator, Component Analysis, Automated Test Equipment (ATE)

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