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N5171B EXG X-Series RF analog mid-performance signal generators offer 9 kHz to 6 GHz frequency coverage
From 9 kHz to 6 GHz, the analog and vector MXG, EXG, and CXG signal generators deliver unmatched performance in five key categories: phase noise and spectral purity, bandwidth, EVM, ACPR, and output power.
Perform advanced receiver testing compatible with the latest standards using the MXG or EXG and PathWave Signal Generation software: define signal parameters, transfer them to the instrument, and use closed-loop or interactive control during signal generation.
| Key Features |
| 9 kHz to 1, 3 or 6 GHz |
| +21 dBm specified power to 3 GHz with electronic attenuator |
| < 900-µs simultaneous switching of frequency and power |
| <0.1 dB level repeatability |
| Benefits |
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| Modulation and Sweep | AM, FM, ØM, and narrow pulse
Pulse train generator
10 MHz multifunction generator and LF out
Digital step and list sweep modes
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| Interfaces | 1000BaseT LAN, LXI, USB 2.0, and GPIB
SCPI, IVI-COM, MATLAB drivers
Backward compatible with all ESG, MXG, PSG, and 8648x signal generators
Keysight USB power sensor compatible with embedded display and SCPI control
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| Specifications |
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| EXG X-Series RF Analog Signal Generator |
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| Feature | Parameter |
| Frequency | n/a |
| Frequency Options | 1, 3, 6 GHz |
| Performance Level | ◆◆◆◇◇◇ |
| Output Power @1 GHz | n/a |
| Phase Noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset) | -122 dBc/Hz |
| Frequency Switching (Typical) | ≤ 800 μs |
| Harmonics @1 GHz | n/a |
| IQ Modulation BW Internal/External | n/a |
| Non-Harmonics @1 GHz | n/a |
| Sweep Mode | n/a |
| Baseband Generator Mode | n/a |
| Software-General Purpose | AM, FM, PM
Pulse
Pulse Train Generator
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| Software-Cellular/Wireless Connectivity | n/a |
| Software-Audio/Video Broadcasting | n/a |
| Software-Detection/Positioning/Tracking/Navigation | n/a |
| Waveform Playback Memory | n/a |
| Frequency Modulation-Maximum Deviation @1 GHz | n/a |
| Frequency Modulation-Rate @100 kHz Deviation | n/a |
| Phase Modulation-Maximum Deviation | n/a |
| Phase Modulation-Maximum Deviation in High-BW Mode | n/a |
| Amplitude Modulation-Maximum Depth | n/a |
| Amplitude Modulation-Rate | n/a |
| Applications Available | Yes |
| Analog | Yes |
| Specifications |
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| Series Overview |
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| Model | MXG | EXG | CXG |
| Frequency Ranges | 9 kHz to 6 GHz | 9 kHz to 6 GHz | 9 kHz to 6 GHz |
| Phase Noise at 1 GHz, 20 kHz offset | –146 dBc/Hz | –122 dBc/Hz | –119 dBc/Hz |
| Spurious at 1 GHz (nonharmonics) | –96 dBc | –72 dBc | –72 dBc |
| Output Power at 1 GHz | +27 dBm | +27 dBm | +18 dBm |
| ACPR (vector) W-CDMA 64 DPCH | –73 dBc | –73 dBc | –73 dBc |
| EVM (vector) 802.11ac/LTE | 0.4 percent | 0.4 percent | 0.4 percent |
| Bandwidth (vector) | 160 MHz | 160 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Arbitrary Waveform Memory (vector) | 1024 MSa | 512 MSa | 512 MSa |
| Specifications |
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| Frequency Range |
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| Option | Description |
| Option 501 (N5171B only | 9 kHz to 1 GHz |
| Option 503 | 9 kHz (5 MHz IQ mode) to 3 GHz |
| Option 506 | 9 kHz (5 MHz IQ mode) to 6 GHz |
| Option 506 + FRQ | 9 kHz (5 MHz I/Q mode) to 7.2 GHz* |
Note:
* Only applicable to N5182B. Requires option 506 and N5182BX07 Frequency Extender
