The Anritsu MG3694C is a high-performance microwave signal generator from the MG3690C series, covering a standard frequency range of 2 GHz to 40 GHz, with low-end extensions available down to 0.1 Hz. Designed for demanding applications like LO substitution, clock generation, radar simulation, and complex signal emulation, the MG3694C offers industry-leading phase noise performance with options like Ultra Low (Option 3) and Premium (Option 3X) phase noise. It features powerful analog modulation, 5 ms switching speeds, and highly configurable output power stages.
Specifications
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Frequency | 2 GHz (optionally extendable to 0.1 Hz or 10 MHz) |
| Maximum Frequency | 40 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.01 Hz |
Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Output Power | +13 dBm standard (+19 dBm with Option 15) |
| Output Power Range | +13 dBm to -15 dBm standard (leveled), extendable down to -120 dBm with Option 2 Step Attenuator |
| Phase Noise | -115 dBc/Hz typical at 10 kHz offset, 10 GHz carrier (Option 3) / -121 dBc/Hz typical (Option 3X) |
Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Modulation | AM, FM, Phase, Pulse require Option 28; External I/Q modulation via IF input requires Option 7 |
| Sweep Modes | Analog Sweep, Step Sweep, List Sweep |
| Pulse Generator PRF Range | 0.1 Hz to 10 MHz |
| Pulse Generator Pulse Width Range | 25 ns to 167 ms |
| Pulse Generator Delay Range | 30 ns to 167 ms |
| External AM Input Sensitivity | 1 Vp-p for 100% depth (Linear) or 1 dB/V (Log) |
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference Oscillator | Internal 10 MHz reference |
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488.2), LAN (10/100 Base-T) |
| Display | Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with backlighting |
| Warm-up Time | 1 hour (typical) to meet full specifications |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 VAC to 264 VAC, 47 Hz to 63 Hz |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 426 mm x 133 mm x 591 mm |
| Weight | 18 kg |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Reference Aging Rate | ± 2.0 x 10^-8 per day standard, ± 5.0 x 10^-10 per day with Option 16 |
| External Reference Input Frequency | 10 MHz (± 10 Hz) |
| External Reference Input Amplitude | 0.5 Vp-p to 2 Vp-p, 50 Ω impedance |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Resolution | 0.01 dB |
| Amplitude Accuracy | ± 1.0 dB typical |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonics | <-30 dBc at ≤ 20 GHz, <-20 dBc at > 20 GHz to 40 GHz |
| Non-Harmonics (Spurious) | <-60 dBc |
| Sub-Harmonics | <-60 dBc |
Analog Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulse Modulation On/Off Ratio | > 80 dB |
| Pulse Modulation Minimum Pulse Width | 100 ns leveled, 10 ns unleveled |
| Pulse Modulation Pulse Resolution | 10 ns |
| Pulse Generator Modes | Single, doublet, triplet, quadruplet pulse generation |
| AM Depth Range | 0% to 90% (linear) |
System Connectivity and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector Type | K (female), compatible with 3.5mm and SMA |
Physical and Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 °C to 50 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
| Rack Unit (RU) Height | 3U |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 250 VA maximum |
Hardware and Software Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Low Frequency Extension Options | Option 4 (extends minimum frequency to 10 MHz) / Option 5 (extends minimum frequency to 0.1 Hz) |
| Step Attenuator Option | Option 2 (adds 110 dB step attenuator) |
| High Power Option | Option 15 (increases maximum leveled power) |
| Ultra-Low Phase Noise Option | Option 3 |
| Premium Phase Noise Option | Option 3X |
| High Stability Reference Option | Option 16 (high stability ovenized reference oscillator) |
| IF Up-conversion Option | Option 7 (adds rear panel input for I/Q modulation) |
Pulse Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulse Rise and Fall Time | < 10 ns (3 ns typical) |
Frequency Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| FM Modulation Rate | DC to 10 MHz (External, AC/DC coupled); 0.1 Hz to 1 MHz (Internal) |
| FM Maximum Deviation | Up to 40 MHz (carrier dependent, up to 400 MHz with Option 10) |
Phase Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PM Modulation Rate | DC to 1 MHz (External); 0.1 Hz to 1 MHz (Internal) |
| PM Maximum Deviation | Up to 1600 rad (carrier dependent) |
Internal LF Generator
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Modulation Waveforms | Sine, Square, Triangle, Ramp, Noise |
| Internal LF Generator Frequency Range | 0.1 Hz to 1 MHz (Sine); 0.1 Hz to 100 kHz (Square, Triangle, Ramp) |
Programming & Emulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Emulations | SCPI, HP 8340/41, HP 836xx, HP 8673, Wiltron 6700B |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4,600 m |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing) |
RF Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output SWR | < 2.0 typical (2 GHz to 40 GHz) |
| Reverse Power Protection | 30 dBm (1 W) maximum from a 50 ohm source |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Sweep Markers | 20 |
| Number of Sweep Steps | 1 to 10,000 (step sweep) |
| Analog Sweep Dwell Time Range | 30 ms to 99 s (Sweep Time) |
| Step Sweep Dwell Time Range | 1 ms to 99 s per step |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Reference Output Frequency | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Output Amplitude | 1 Vp-p into 50 ohms nominal |
| Aux I/O Connector | 25-pin D-sub, female |
| GPIB Connector | 24-pin female, IEEE-488.2 |
| Ethernet Connector | RJ-45, 10/100 Base-T |
| Serial Connector | 9-pin D-sub, male, RS-232 |
Technology
Synthesized Microwave Signal Generator
Applications
LO substitution, clock generation, radar emulation, RF and microwave device characterization
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