The Rohde & Schwarz SMF100A is a first-rate, state-of-the-art microwave signal generator designed for the highest requirements in R&D, production, service, maintenance, and repair. It offers outstanding signal quality, exceptionally low phase noise, and high output power with an intuitive block-diagram operating interface.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN, USB, R&S® NRP power sensor connector |
| Display | SVGA color display, 800 x 600 pixels |
| Warm-up Time | 30 minutes (for specifications) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz; 100 V to 120 V AC, 400 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 |
Frequency Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100 kHz to 22 GHz / 31.8 GHz / 43.5 GHz (option dependent) |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.001 Hz |
Level Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Impedance | 50 Ω |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SSB Phase Noise (10 kHz offset) | typ. -120 dBc (at 10 GHz, 1 Hz measurement bandwidth) |
Capabilities & Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optional Features | Pulse generator, pulse modulator, pulse trains, removable compact flash disk, power analysis, high output power |
Level Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Resolution | 0.01 dB |
| Minimum Output Power | Down to -130 dBm (with step attenuator option) |
Modulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulse Modulation On/Off Ratio | > 80 dB (with pulse modulator option) |
| Pulse Modulation Minimum Pulse Width | 20 ns (with pulse modulator option) |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Reference Frequency | 10 MHz |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference Frequency Input / Output | 10 MHz |
| RF Output Connector (≤ 22 GHz Models) | PC 3.5 mm male |
| RF Output Connector (31.8 GHz / 43.5 GHz Models) | 2.4 mm male |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +71 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 4600 m |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, UL 61010-1 |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Modes | Step, List, Ramp (optional) |
Technology
Microwave / RF
Applications
R&D, Production, Service, Maintenance, Repair