The Rohde & Schwarz SMP22 is a high-performance microwave signal generator designed for precise signal generation across a wide frequency range of 10 MHz to 20 GHz. Known for its outstanding spectral purity, high output power, and fast frequency switching speed, it serves as a reliable instrument for radar and communications equipment testing, EMC measurements, and general R&D laboratory applications.
Specifications
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Maximum Frequency | 20 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.1 Hz |
Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Phase Noise | <-105 dBc (1 Hz) at 10 kHz offset from 10 GHz carrier |
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference Oscillator | 10 MHz internal reference |
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE 488.2) |
| Display | Backlit LCD |
| Reference Output Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Warm-up Time | 10 min |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC, 47 Hz to 440 Hz |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 435 mm x 147 mm x 570 mm |
| Weight | 24 kg |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Accuracy | <±0.9 dB at 0 dBm (10 MHz to 20 GHz) |
Sweep and Operating Modes
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Setup Storage | 50 complete instrument setups |
Hardware and Software Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Optional Phase Modulator | Available via option SMP-B5 |
| Optional Pulse Modulator | Available via options SMP-B2/B3 |
| Optional Pulse Generator | Available via option SMP-B4 |
System Connectivity and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Output Connector | PC 3.5 mm (female) |
| RF Output Impedance | 50 ohms |
Physical and Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | 0 °C to +55 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +70 °C |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | approx. 150 W |
Spectral Purity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Non-Harmonic Spurious | <-60 dBc (at > 10 kHz offset from carrier) |
Level
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Resolution | 0.1 dB |
| Output SWR | < 1.5 (for f < 2 GHz), < 2.0 (for f >= 2 GHz) |
Pulse Generator (Option SMP-B12)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulse Generator Pulse Width Range | 20 ns to 85 s |
Frequency Modulation (FM)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum FM Deviation | 5 MHz (at 12.4 GHz to 20 GHz carrier) |
| FM Bandwidth | DC to 2 MHz (DC-coupled), 10 Hz to 2 MHz (AC-coupled) |
Amplitude Modulation (AM)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AM Depth Range | 0% to 99% |
Phase Modulation (Option SMP-B15)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Phase Deviation | 10 rad (normal mode), 100 rad (high-deviation mode) |
| Phase Modulation Bandwidth | DC to 100 kHz |
Sweep Modes
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Ramp Sweep Time Range | 10 ms to 100 s |
System & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Set | SCPI |
High Output Power (Option SMP-B11)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max Output Power with Option SMP-B11 | > +20 dBm (up to 18 GHz), > +18 dBm (18 GHz to 20 GHz) |
Power Supply
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Supply Voltage Range | 100 V to 240 V AC (nominal, 90 V to 265 V operating) |
| AC Supply Frequency Range | 47 Hz to 440 Hz |
Technology
RF and Microwave Signal Generator
Applications
Radar Testing, Communications Equipment, EMC, R&D Calibration
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