Keysight EXG and MXG X-Series Signal Generators User’s Guide
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Signal Generator Overview
Modes of Operation
— external AM, FM, and
Φ
M inputs (Option UNT)
— Wideband AM (vector models, Option UNT)
— flexible reference input, 1 – 50 MHz (Option 1ER)
— LO In/Out for phase coherency (Option 012)
— phase noise interference (vector models, Option 432)
— expanded license key upgradability (Option 099)
For more details on hardware, firmware, software, and documentation features and options, refer to
the data sheet shipped with the signal generator and available from the Keysight Technologies
website at
http://www.keysight.com/find/X-Series_SG
.
Modes of Operation
Depending on the model and installed options, the Keysight X-Series signal generator provides up
to four basic modes of operation: continuous wave (CW), swept signal, analog modulation, and
digital modulation.
Continuous Wave
In this mode, the signal generator produces a continuous wave signal. The signal generator is set to
a single frequency and power level. Both the analog and vector models can produce a CW signal.
Swept Signal
In this mode, the signal generator sweeps over a range of frequencies and/or power levels. Both the
analog and vector models provide list and step sweep functionality.
Analog Modulation
In this mode, the signal generator modulates a CW signal with an analog signal. The analog
modulation types available depend on the installed options.
Option UNT provides AM, FM, and
Φ
M modulations. Some of these modulations can be used
together.
Option 303 provides a multifunction generator that consists of seven waveform generators.
Option UNW provides standard and narrow pulse modulation capability.
