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The Keysight M9381A PXIe vector signal generator (PXI VSG) provides frequency coverage from 1 MHz to 6 GHz. It is comprised of four individual PXIe modules.
Baseband Generator Mode
Waveform Playback
Waveform Playback Memory
1024 MSa
Frequency
6 GHz
Harmonics @ 1 GHz
-34 dBc
Non-Harmonics @1 GHz
-70 dBc
Output power @1 GHz
19 dBm
Phase noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset)
-122 dBc/Hz
Frequency Options
3 GHz, 6 GHz
Performance Level
◆◆◆◇◇◇
Sweep Mode
Step
Bandwidth options
40 MHz, 100 MHz, 160 MHz
Form factor
Modular
Type
Vector
Maximum frequency
6 GHz
Maximum modulation bandwidth
160 MHz
Maximum output power
19 dBm
Platform
PXIe
Phase noise @1 GHz (10 kHz offset)
-122 dBc/Hz
Maximum bandwidth
160 MHz
Frequency switching speed
10 µs
Number of outputs
1
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The M9381A PXIe vector signal generator (PXI VSG) is a compact modular instrument that provides frequency coverage from 1 MHz to 6 GHz and works seamlessly with the M9391A PXIe vector signal analyzer (PXI VSA). The PXI VSG reduces test time with fast amplitude and frequency switching and versatile list mode optimized for manufacturing test.
Optimized for RF device design validation and manufacturing test environments, the M9381A PXI VSG delivers a combination of speed, performance, and multichannel capability. Built on a flexible, scalable modular platform, the M9381A PXI VSG is the low-risk way to manage change and be ready for tomorrow—today.
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