The Keysight (formerly Agilent) 33522B is a 2-channel, 30 MHz multifunction waveform generator. It utilizes proprietary Trueform signal generation technology, combining the benefits of Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) and point-by-point architectures to deliver exceptionally low jitter, advanced waveform sequencing, and high-fidelity signals. The instrument features a 250 MSa/s sampling rate, 16-bit vertical resolution, and standard 1 MSa/channel memory, with comprehensive capabilities for generating arbitrary waveforms, standard functions, and complex modulated signals.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 4.3-inch Color TFT WQVGA (480x272) with LED backlight |
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 - 240 V at 50/60 Hz; 100 - 120 V at 400 Hz (< 45 W, < 130 VA) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 261.1 × 103.8 × 303.2 (with bumpers) |
| Weight | 3.3 |
General Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Standard Waveforms | Sine, square, ramp, pulse, triangle, Gaussian noise, PRBS, DC |
| Built-In Arbitrary Waveforms | Cardiac, exponential fall, exponential rise, Gaussian pulse, Haversine, Lorentz, D-Lorentz, negative ramp, sinc |
| Sampling Rate | 1 μSa/s to 250 MSa/s |
| Vertical Resolution | 16 bits |
| Memory Depth (Per Channel) | 1 MSa standard (16 MSa with Option MEM) |
Frequency Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 30 MHz |
| Arbitrary Waveform Sample Rate Resolution | 1 μSa/s |
| Sine Frequency Range | 1 µHz to 30 MHz |
| Square Frequency Range | 1 µHz to 30 MHz |
| Pulse Frequency Range | 1 µHz to 30 MHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 µHz |
Amplitude and Offset
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Range (into 50 Ohms) | 1 mVpp to 10 Vpp |
| Amplitude Range (into Open Circuit) | 2 mVpp to 20 Vpp |
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) |
| Maximum Output Voltage | ±42 Vpk (isolated connector shells) |
Signal Characteristics - Sine
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | < 0.04% |
| Non-Harmonic Spurious | < -75 dBc |
Signal Characteristics - Square and Pulse
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rise/Fall Time | 8.4 ns |
Waveform Sequencing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sequence Length | 1 to 512 steps |
| Segment Repeat Count | 1 to 1,000,000, or infinite |
Modulation Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Modes | Continuous, modulate, frequency sweep, burst, output gate |
| Supported Modulation Types | AM, FM, PM, FSK, BPSK, PWM, Sum |
Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sync/Marker Output Connector | Front-panel BNC, isolated |
| Sync Output Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) |
| Sync Output Level (into 50 Ohms) | 1.5 Vpp (nominal) |
| Sync Output Level (into Open Circuit) | 3 Vpp (nominal) |
| Modulation Input Connector | Rear-panel BNC, isolated |
| Modulation Input Voltage Range | ±5 V full-scale |
| Modulation Input Impedance | 5 kΩ (nominal) |
| Modulation Input Bandwidth (-3 dB) | 0 Hz to 100 kHz (typ) |
| External Trigger Input Connector | Rear-panel BNC, chassis-referenced |
Frequency Reference
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| High-Stability Timebase Accuracy (Option OCX) | ±0.1 ppm (1 year) |
Waveform Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Square / Pulse Jitter (rms) | < 40 ps (typical) |
| Pulse Minimum Width | 16 ns |
| Pulse Edge Time (10% to 90%) | 8.4 ns to 1 µs (adjustable) |
Amplitude & Offset
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| DC Offset Range (into 50 Ω) | ±5 Vpk (AC + DC) |
| DC Offset Range (into Open Circuit) | ±10 Vpk (AC + DC) |
Modulation & Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AM Depth Range | 0% to 120% |
| FM Peak Deviation | 1 µHz to 15 MHz |
| Sweep Time | 1 ms to 3600 s |
Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Isolation | 42 Vpk maximum to earth ground |
| Short-Circuit Protection | Indefinite to ground |
General Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Warm-up Time | 1 hour |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to 70 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3,000 meters |
| Shock and Vibration | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Direction | Up or Down |
Burst
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Burst Count | 1 to 100,000,000 cycles, or Infinite |
| Burst Phase | -360° to +360° |
Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PM Phase Deviation Range | 0 to 360° |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | EN 61010-1, UL 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | EN 61326-1, CISPR 11 Group 1 Class A |
Technology
Trueform Signal Generation
Applications
Arbitrary Waveform Generation