The Keysight (formerly Agilent / HP) E4430B is a 1 GHz ESG-D Series digital RF vector signal generator. Designed for research and development, manufacturing, and troubleshooting, it offers comprehensive digital modulation formats, versatile analog modulation, and robust spectral purity. With options for a dual arbitrary waveform generator and real-time I/Q baseband generator, the E4430B delivers highly accurate, flexible, and reliable signals for testing modern communication systems.
Specifications
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Frequency | 250 kHz |
| Maximum Frequency | 1 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.01 Hz |
Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Output Power | +13 dBm |
| Output Power Range | -136 to +13 dBm |
Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Modulation | AM, FM, Phase Modulation, Pulse Modulation, Digital I/Q (Custom digital modulation >15 variations of FSK, MSK, PSK, and QAM) |
| Sweep Modes | Step, List (frequency and power) |
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference Oscillator | 10 MHz (standard or Option 1E5 high-stability oven timebase) |
| Interfaces | GPIB, RS-232 |
| Display | LCD with backlight |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 to 254 VAC, 47 to 63 Hz (and 400 Hz at 120 V), < 200 W |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 426 mm W x 133 mm H x 432 mm D |
| Rack Height | 3U |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 250 kHz to 1 GHz |
| Reference Output Frequency | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Input Frequency | 1, 2, 5, 10 MHz |
Output Power and Level
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Resolution | 0.02 dB |
| Reverse Power Protection (at 1 GHz) | 50 W (from a 50 ohm source) |
| Maximum DC Voltage | 50 VDC |
| Output Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Attenuator Type | Electronic (standard) |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonics (for levels <= +4 dBm) | <-30 dBc |
Analog Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AM Depth Range | 0 to 100% |
Vector and Digital Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Arb Generator Sampling Rate | 40 MHz (with Option UND) |
| Arb Generator DAC Resolution | 14-bit |
Internal Modulation Source
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Modulation Frequency Range (Sine) | 0.1 Hz to 50 kHz |
| Modulation Frequency Resolution | 0.1 Hz |
Interfaces and Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector Type | Type-N female |
| GPIB Interface | IEEE-488.2 |
| I/Q Input Connectors | BNC female (front panel) |
Physical and Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 to 55 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to 71 °C |
| Line Voltage | 90 to 254 VAC |
| Power Consumption | < 200 W |
Options and Hardware Configurations
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| High-Stability Oven Timebase Option | Option 1E5 |
| Pulse Modulation Option | Option 1E6 |
| Dual Arbitrary Waveform Generator Option | Option UND |
| Real-Time I/Q Baseband Generator Option | Option UN8 |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Points Range | 2 to 401 |
Reference Oscillator
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Timebase Aging Rate | < ±1 ppm/year |
| Standard Timebase Temperature Stability | < ±1 ppm (0 °C to 55 °C) |
| Option 1E5 Timebase Aging Rate | < ±0.1 ppm/year or < ±0.0005 ppm/day (after 45 days) |
| Option 1E5 Timebase Temperature Stability | < ±0.05 ppm (0 °C to +55 °C) |
Technology
RF Vector Signal Generator
Applications
Research & development, wireless communications testing, receiver troubleshooting, and manufacturing test.