The Anritsu MP1763B is a high-performance 12.5 GHz Pulse Pattern Generator (PPG) designed for testing high-speed digital systems, optical modules, and telecom/datacom networks. It provides accurate, low-jitter clock and data outputs over a frequency range of 50 MHz to 12.5 GHz, supporting both PRBS and large user-defined word patterns.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesGP-IB (IEEE-488.2), 3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive (2HD/2DD)
Display6.4-inch color TFT LCD

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 to 120 VAC / 200 to 240 VAC, 47.5 to 63 Hz, <= 450 VA
Operating Temperature0 to +40 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)426 x 266 x 451 mm
Weight27

Timing and Clock Characteristics

ParameterValue
Data Rate Range50 MHz to 12.5 GHz
External Clock Input Frequency50 MHz to 12.5 GHz
External Clock Input Amplitude0.5 Vp-p to 2.0 Vp-p
External Clock Input Impedance50 ohms (AC coupled)

Pattern and Data Generation

ParameterValue
Pattern TypesPRBS, Word (User-defined), Alternate
PRBS Polynomial Sequences2^7-1, 2^9-1, 2^11-1, 2^15-1, 2^23-1, 2^31-1
User-Defined Pattern Memory Depth1 to 8,388,608 bits
Alternate Pattern Memory Depth1 to 4,194,304 bits x 2

Pulse Output Performance

ParameterValue
Number of Data Channels1 (Complementary outputs: DATA, /DATA)
Number of Clock Channels3 (CLK1, CLK2, /CLK2)
Output Amplitude Range0.25 Vp-p to 2.0 Vp-p
Output Amplitude Resolution10 mV
Offset Voltage Range-2.0 V to +2.0 V (referenced to GND)
Offset Voltage Resolution10 mV
Rise/Fall Time (20% to 80%)<= 30 ps (typically 25 ps)
Output Connection TypeK-connector (female), 50 ohms

Channel Delay and Synchronization

ParameterValue
Inter-channel Delay Range-500 ps to +500 ps (CLK2 output)
Inter-channel Delay Resolution1 ps
Pattern Sync Output Amplitude>= 0.5 Vp-p (into 50 ohms)
Clock Sync Output Division Ratio1/8 clock or 1/64 clock (selectable)

System Control and Connectivity

ParameterValue
Internal State Storage CapacityUp to 10 panel setup configurations

Environmental and Safety Compliance

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-20°C to +60°C

Output Characteristics

ParameterValue
Cross-point adjustment range30% to 70% (in 1% steps)
Output configurationComplementary DATA and CLOCK outputs

Pattern Generation & Control

ParameterValue
Error insertion modesSingle, or internal rate of 10^-3 to 10^-9, or external trigger
Mark ratio pattern selections1/8, 2/8, 3/8, 4/8, 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8, 0/8

Waveform Characteristics

ParameterValue
Output Jitter≤ 15 ps p-p
Waveform Distortion≤ 10%
Output Impedance50 Ω

Patterns

ParameterValue
Zero Substitution Patterns2^7, 2^9, 2^11, 2^15, 2^23

Technology

Silicon-Germanium / high-speed GaAs digital IC technology

Applications

High-speed telecom, optical transponder testing, BERT transmitter