02 | Keysight | MXG X-Series Signal Generators N5181B Analog & N5182B Vector - Configuration Guide
Configure Your MXG X-Series Signal Generator
This step-by-step process will help you configure your MXG signal generator and choose options to meet your requirements. For
detailed specifications, refer to the MXG signal generator data sheet (5991-0038EN).
N5181B MXG X-Series RF Analog Signal Generator
Configure your new MXG analog signal generator
Step 1. Select maximum frequency range (required option; frequency range not upgradeable)
Description
Option number
Additional information
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 3 GHz
N5181B-503
Not compatible with 506
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 6 GHz
N5181B-506
Not compatible with 503
Step 2. Choose connector configuration
Description
Option number
Additional information
Move all connectors to rear panel
N5181B-1EM
Not upgradable
Step 3. Choose performance enhancement options
Description
Option number
Additional information
AM, FM, phase modulation
N5181B-UNT
Low phase noise
N5181B-UNX
Not compatible with UNY, not upgradable
Enhanced low phase noise
N5181B-UNY
Not compatible with UNX, not upgradeable
Fast switching
N5181B-UNZ
Narrow pulse modulation
N5181B-UNW
Pulse train generator
N5181B-320
Requires UNW
Multifunction generator
N5181B-303
Avionics
N5181B-302
Instrument security and removable memory card
N5181B-006
High output power
N5181B-1EA
Low specified power (< -110 dBm)
N5181B-1EQ
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
N5181B-1ER
Expanded license key upgradability
N5181B-099
Option 099 is recommended for anyone considering future upgrades.
Option 099 simplifies the upgrade process by enabling upgrades via
a license key for Options 1EA, 1EQ, and UNZ. Without Option 099,
upgrades for these options require purchase and installation of hardware
in a field retrofit kit. For more information, visit
www.keysight.com/find/mxg_upgrades.
Step 4. Choose accessory and documentation options
Description
Option number
Rack slide kit
1CR012A
Front handle kit
1CN006A
Rack mount flange kit
1CM010A
Rack mount flange kit with front handles
1CP004A
Hard transit case
N5181B-AXT
CD-ROM containing English documentation set
N5181B-CD1
Service documentation, assembly and component
N5181B-0BW
