Giga-tronics 2500B Series Microwave Signal Generators
Introduction
Operation Manual, Part Number 34737, Rev C, June 30, 2011
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Chapter 2
Introduction
2.1
Overview
This chapter describes the controls, inputs/outputs, indicators, and display of the 2500B.
NOTE:
In this manual, the term “2500B” is used to refer to all models in the 2500B series. A specific model of 2500B is
referred to when necessary.
2.2
Giga-tronics 2500B Microwave Signal Generator Summary
The Giga-tronics 2500B series of microwave generators are high-performance, flexible instruments ideal for research
and development (R & D) and manufacturing environments.
Among the characteristics that make the 2500B series an excellent choice for a wide variety of applications are:
Frequency range from 100 kHz to 50 GHz (depending on model in series)
Low phase noise
High output power (Option 20)
Fast switching of both frequency and power (Option 29)
Fast switching in both list mode and under remote control
Full suite of analog modulation
All 2500B signal generators comply with MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 3
In addition, the following are standard features on all models in the 2500B series:
High stability time-base
10 MHz and 100 MHz reference input/output
External ALC, digital ramp frequency and power sweep
Pulse burst mode capability
Automation Xpress Interface software
Analog Sweep
Emulation modes
NOTE:
Complete technical data for all options for the 2500B series is located on page 130.
