The Fluke 6071A is a synthesized RF signal generator designed for high-performance testing of VHF and UHF receivers. It combines the resolution and stability of a premium synthesizer with the exceptionally low spectral noise of a top-tier signal generator, making it ideal for both manual benchtop work and automated test equipment (ATE) systems.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | IEEE-488 (GPIB) |
| Display | 7-segment LED display |
| Setup Storage | 50 non-volatile registers |
| Sweep Modes | Digital frequency sweep (Auto, Single, Manual) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 / 120 / 220 / 240 V AC (±10%), 47 to 440 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 432 mm × 133 mm × 546 mm |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 200 kHz to 1040 MHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 Hz (to 520 MHz), 2 Hz (520 to 1040 MHz) |
| Internal Reference Frequency | 10 MHz |
Output Power & Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Power Range (to 520 MHz) | -140 dBm to +19 dBm |
| Output Power Range (above 520 MHz) | -140 dBm to +13 dBm |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-harmonic Spurious (to 520 MHz) | -90 dBc to -100 dBc |
| Non-harmonic Spurious (above 520 MHz) | -84 dBc |
| Harmonics | < -30 dBc (for output levels ≤ +13 dBm) |
| Subharmonics | None (below 520 MHz), < -35 dBc (520 to 1040 MHz) |
| SSB Phase Noise (260 to 520 MHz) | < -138 dBc/Hz (at 20 kHz offset) |
| SSB Phase Noise (520 to 1040 MHz) | < -132 dBc/Hz (at 20 kHz offset) |
| Residual FM (300 Hz to 3 kHz BW, 200 kHz to 520 MHz) | < 0.2 Hz RMS |
| Residual FM (300 Hz to 3 kHz BW, 520 to 1040 MHz) | < 0.4 Hz RMS |
Modulation Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Modulation Capabilities | AM, FM, ØM (Phase), Pulse |
Connectivity & Remote Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector | Type-N female (front panel) |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Benchtop / Rackmount |
| Rack Unit Height | 3U |
RF Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Impedance | 50 Ω nominal |
| RF Output VSWR | < 1.5:1 (for output levels ≤ +13 dBm) |
| Level Accuracy | ±1.0 dB (from -127 dBm to +13 dBm) |
| Level Resolution | 0.1 dB |
Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AM Depth Range | 0% to 99.5% |
| FM Distortion | < 1% (at 1 kHz rate, deviations up to 100 kHz) |
| Internal Modulation Oscillator Frequency Range | 400 Hz and 1 kHz |
| External Modulation Input Impedance | 600 Ω |
| External Modulation Sensitivity | 1 V peak for indicated deviation |
| Pulse Modulation Rise/Fall Time | < 15 ns (with Option 130) |
| Pulse Modulation On/Off Ratio | > 80 dB (with Option 130) |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference Output Frequency | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Input | 1, 2, 5, or 10 MHz |
| Internal Reference Aging Rate | < 5 × 10^-10 per day |
Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 120 | Rear Panel RF Output and Modulation Inputs |
| Option 130 | Pulse Modulation |
Technology
Synthesized RF Signal Generator
Applications
VHF and UHF receiver testing, including selectivity, sensitivity, intermodulation, AGC response, and SINAD measurements