The Anritsu MG3691A signal generator is an electronic instrument that generates repeating electronic signals. It contains an electronic oscillator, a circuit that is capable of creating a repetitive waveform.

The MG3690A Series is a broadband high performance signal generator that covers RF and microwave frequencies from 0.1 Hz to 65 GHz in a single instrument. For mmW frequencies, the MG3690A''s coverage can be extended up to 110 GHz or beyond, with external multipliers.The MG3690A family is extremely configurable to meet your exact need, minimizing your initial investment. It is also very adaptable with a comprehensive list of upgrades for your future needs. Furthermore, since the MG3690A can be customized for specific applications. The MG3690A offers all the capabilities of a high-end microwave generator at the highest performance level. It leverages the technology-leading phase noise performance of its predecessor, the 69C series. It offers outstanding output power with the lowest spectral purity content. Frequency can be swept digitally or via an analog ramp sweep. A CW frequency could be phase offset or locked within an external phase lock loop. Amplitude, Frequency, Phase, and Pulse modulations are available externally or internally-driven. An external software package simplifies the use of these modulations simultaneously, and allows the down-loading of user-defined modulation waveforms. For IQ modulation, the IF input option allows the easy up-conversion of an externally IQ-modulated RF signal.

Features:

• Resolution - 0.01 Hz
• Phase Offset - 0.1 dB steps
• RF Frequency Coverage Extension, down to 0.1 Hz: -Best solution for dual RF and Microwave applications; -An optional down-converter covers 10 MHz to 2 GHz; -An optional DDS offers additional coverage to 0.1 Hz;
• Excellent Phase Noise performance as standard: -Add optional ultra low phase noise > 2 GHz; -Add an optional digital down-converter for: L-owest Phase Noise RF source from 10 MHz to 2.2 GHz; < 130 dBc/Hz @ 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset.
• High Output Power 13 dBm standard (@ 20 GHz) 17 dBm optional (@ 20 GHz) 14 dBm optional (@ 40 GHz)
• Wide Attenuation Range: 110 dB Mechanical Attenuator Option; 120 dB Electronic Attenuator Option;
• AM/FM/ØM/PM, External or Internal 100 ns leveled pulse width >2 GHz, 1 µs <2 GHz
• IF Up-Conversion Option: Obtain IQ-modulation microwave signals by up-converting a modulated IF signal
• Digital or Analog Sweep
• Special support for ATE applications: Capitalize on the < 40 ms switching speed Take advantage of the reliability of an electronic step attenuator;
• Reduce your rack real estate requirements: 3u high front panel; 450 mm depth; Lighter 14 kg weight.