The Agilent/HP 8663A is a high-performance synthesized RF signal generator spanning 100 kHz to 2560 MHz. Designed for demanding applications such as radar, satellite communications, and phase noise measurement systems, it provides exceptional spectral purity, featuring an SSB phase noise of <-147 dBc/Hz at a 10 kHz offset. It integrates versatile AM, FM, phase, and pulse modulation capabilities driven by an internal 10 Hz to 99.9 kHz synthesizer.
Specifications
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Frequency | 100 kHz |
| Maximum Frequency | 2.56 GHz |
| Internal Timebase Aging Rate | < 5 × 10^-10 / day (after 10 days) |
Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Output Power | +16 dBm |
| Output Power Range | +16 dBm to -129.9 dBm |
Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Modulation Sources | Internal or External |
| Simultaneous Modulation | Supported |
| Phase Modulation | Available via Option 002 |
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference Oscillator | 10 MHz (aging < 5 × 10⁻¹⁰/day) |
| Interfaces | HP-IB, CIIL / MATE (Option 700) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100/120/220/240 Vac (+5%, -10%), 48-66 Hz (400 Hz for 100/120V) |
Frequency Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100 kHz to 2560 MHz |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonics | <-30 dBc |
Connectivity & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Compatibility | MATE CIIL (Available via external translator Option 700) |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Amplitude Resolution | 0.1 dB |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector | Type N (female) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +55 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +75 °C |
Technology
RF
Applications
Radar testing, satellite communication, phase noise measurement