The Keysight (Agilent/HP) 83640B is a high-performance synthesized swept-signal generator from the 8360B Series. It is designed to combine the precision and spectral purity of a synthesized source with the speed and versatility of a classic analog sweep oscillator. Covering a broadband frequency range of 10 MHz to 40 GHz, the 83640B utilizes indirect synthesis to achieve excellent single-sideband phase noise and features complete analog sweep capabilities alongside standard AM, FM, and pulse modulation.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | HP-IB (GPIB) |
| Save/Recall Registers | 10 instrument states |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100/120/220/240 VAC (±10%), 48 to 66 Hz; 400 VA max (100/120 VAC supports up to 440 Hz) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 × 178 × 648 |
| Weight | 27.4 |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 MHz - 40 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 kHz (standard) / 1 Hz (Option 008) |
Sweep Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Modes | Analog sweep, Step sweep |
| Step Sweep Points | 2 to 801 |
Output Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Settable Power | -110 dBm (Option 001 dependent) |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonics (2.0 to 26.5 GHz) | <-50 dBc (typical) |
| Harmonics (> 26.5 GHz) | <-40 dBc |
| SSB Phase Noise (10 kHz offset) | <-80 dBc/Hz @ 10 GHz |
| Non-Harmonic Spurious (> 2.0 GHz) | < -50 dBc |
Pulse Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulse Modulation | Supported (Standard on 8360B Series) |
Amplitude Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Modulation | Supported (Standard on 8360B Series) |
Frequency and Phase Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Modulation | Supported (Standard on 8360B Series) |
Connectivity and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector | 2.4 mm (male) |
| Remote Control Interface | HP-IB (GPIB) |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Resolution | 0.01 dB |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Triggers | Auto, External, Single, Line |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Timebase Frequency | 10 MHz |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +75 °C |
RF Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
Frequency Reference
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Reference Input Frequencies | 1, 2, 5, or 10 MHz |
Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulse Modulation On/Off Ratio | > 80 dB |
Technology
Synthesized Sweep Signal Generation
Applications
RF & Microwave Test and Measurement