Characteristics, performance and application range of SGS100A vector signal generator

The SGS100A has an extremely compact form factor, only one height unit high and 1/2" rack width, and is extremely fast to set frequency and level. Both of these features illustrate that the SGS100A is designed to be used in systems with very good consistency. It is also suitable for all applications that require multiple RF signal generators, such as beam forming applications; or applications that require the use of extremely compact RF generators, such as the SGS100A operating source signal in customer systems. With the same outstanding signal purity and level accuracy, it offers features typically found only in high-end instruments including high output power, high level repeatability, and wide modulation bandwidth. It was developed with special emphasis on lowering total cost of ownership and calibration. Long intervals, excellent serviceability, and expansion options greatly improve the usability of this RF signal generator. When used as a benchtop instrument, the SGS100A is manually operated through the SGMA-GUI software installed in the instrument.

Features at a glance:

The smallest fully integrated vector signal generator on the market. Space-saving design facilitates system integration

Frequency and level setting time is very short, typically 280us when setting through the PCIe interface, thus increasing throughput

Excellent RF performance in a compact form factor

Maximum output level is typically +22 dBm to compensate for losses occurring in the measurement setup

CW and I/Q modes utilize closed ALC loops for maximum level repeatability

Output frequency up to 12.75 GHz, wider application range

Wear-free electronic attenuator for increased reliability

Application areas:

Wireless communication test system integration

production test

I/Q modulation applications

Coherent signal source applications