How do I upgrade my N5172B EXG Vector Signal Generator?
Most of the N5172B EXG X-Series RF vector signal generator options are available for post-sale retrofit.
Hardware upgrade kits contain installation instructions and the desired assembly. Adjustments or performance verifications may be required to ensure the instrument meets the published specifications.
- Most performance verification tests can be performed using the N7800A Calibration & Adjustment Software. All adjustments must be performed using the N7800A Calibration & Adjustment Software.
- More involved upgrades require the instrument be shipped to a Keysight Service Center to have the upgrade installed. A full calibration is the only way to guarantee specifications are being met.
The table below provides an Installation Note for each upgrade. The installation note includes a list of the performance verification tests and adjustments required as well as the test equipment and test software necessary to complete the upgrade.
Hardware upgrades may require that a minimum firmware is already installed. Up-to-date firmware can be downloaded at no charge from the Firmware Upgrade Center.
Some hardware upgrades may also require the redemption and installation of a license key before they will be activated. Once a redemption certificate is received, the license key(s) can be redeemed at the Software License Redemption Website.
Option | Description | Order As | eDelivery | Installation Note | Upgrade Contents | Minimum Firmware | Adjustments Required | Additional Requirements | Incompatible With | Installed By | Installation Time |
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003 | Digital output connectivity with N5102A | Only available at time of instrument purchase | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
004 | Digital input connectivity with N5102A | Only available at time of instrument purchase | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
006 | Instrument security and removable memory card | N5172BU-006 | No | Available | Hardware, License key | B.01.80 | None | None | None | Advanced User | 0.5 Hr |
009 | Internal solid state memory | N5172BU-009 | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | None | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
012 | LO in/out for phase coherency | N5172BU-012 | No | Available | Hardware, License key | None | None | Option 653 | None | Advanced User | 2.0 Hrs |
021 | Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 MSa to 256 MSa | N5172BU-021 | Yes | License key installation | License key | NoneNone | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
022 | Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 512 Msa | N5172BU-022 | Yes | License key installation | License key | NoneNone | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
042 | Upgrade baseband generator memory from 256 MSa to 512 MSa | N5172BU-042 | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 021 and 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
099 | Expanded license key upgradability | N5172BU-099 | No | Available | Hardware, License key | None | None | None | None | Advanced User | 1.5 Hr |
1EA | High output power | N5172BU-1EA | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 099 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
1EL | Differential I/Q outputs | N5172BU-1EL | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
1EM | Move all connectors to rear panel | Only available at time of instrument purchase | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
1ER | Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz) | N5172BU-1ER | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | None | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
221-229 | Waveform license 5-pack | N5172BU-22x | Yes | License key installation | License key | NoneNone | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
250-259 | Waveform license 50-pack | N5172BU-25x | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
302 | Avionics (VOR/ILS) | N5180302B | Yes | License key installation 1 | License key | B.01.75 | None | Serial prefix ≥MY/SG/US5620 1 | None | User 1 | 0.5 Hr |
303 | Multifunction generator | N5172BU-303 | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | None | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
320 | Pulse train generator | N5180320B | Yes | License key installation | License key | B.01.75 | None | Option UNW | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
403 | Calibrated AWGN | N5180403B | Yes | License key installation | License key | B.01.75 | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
430 | Multitone and two-tone | N5180430B | Yes | License key installation | License key | B.01.75 | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
431 | Custom digital modulation | N5180431B | Yes | License key installation | License key | B.01.75 | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
432 | Phase noise impairment | N5180432B | Yes | License key installation | License key | B.01.75 | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
503, 506 | Frequency range options | Only available at time of instrument purchase | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
653 | ARB Baseband Generator (60 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 MSa) | N5172BU-653 | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | None | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
655 | Upgrade baseband generator from 60 to 120 MHz RF bandwidth | N5172BU-655 | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
657 | Upgrade baseband generator from 120 to 160 MHz RF bandwidth | N5172BU-657 | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 653 and 655 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
660 | Upgrade baseband generator with real-time capability | N5172BU-660 | No | Available | Hardware, License key | None | None | Option 653 | None | Advanced User | 2.0 Hrs |
FRQ | Frequency Extender Connectivity | N5172BU-FRQ | Yes | License key installation | License Key | B.01.85 | None | Option 506 | Opiton 503 | User | 0.5 Hr |
SD0 | No internal user non-volatile memory | N5172BU-SD0 | Yes | Available | License Key | B.01.80 | None | None | Option 009 and 660 | Advanced User | 2.0 Hrs |
UN7 | Internal Bit Error Rate Analyzer | N5180UN7B | Yes | License key installation | License key | B.01.75 | None | None | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
UNM | Standard front panel outputs | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
UNT | AM, FM, phase modulation | N5172BU-UNT | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | None | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
UNV | Enhanced dynamic range | N5172BU-UNV | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 099 and 653 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
UNW | Narrow pulse modulation | N5172BU-UNW | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | None | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
UNZ | Fast switching | N5172BU-UNZ | Yes | License key installation | License key | None | None | Option 099 | None | User | 0.5 Hr |
1 - Instruments with a serial number prefix less than MY/SG/US5620 must be sent to a Keysight service center for license installation and option 302 performance verification.
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Option | Description | Color Scheme | Order As | eDelivery | Installation Note | Upgrade Contents | Installed By | Installation Time | |||
1CM | Rack mount flange kit | Light | 1CM010A | No | Available | Hardware | User | 0.5 Hr | |||
Dark | 1CM110A | ||||||||||
1CN | Front handle kit | Light | 1CN006A | No | Available | Hardware | User | 0.5 Hr | |||
Dark | 1CN106A | ||||||||||
1CP | Rackmount flange kit with front handles | Light | 1CP004A | No | Available | Hardware | User | 0.5 Hr | |||
Dark | 1CP104A | ||||||||||
1CR | Rack slide kit | Light | 1CR012A | No | Available | Hardware | User | 0.5 Hr | |||
Dark | 1CR112A |