Highlights

Built to Design and Test IoT and General-Purpose Devices

  • Cover a frequency range of 9 kHz to 3 or 6 GHz and up to 120 MHz RF modulation bandwidth
  • Perform basic parametric testing of components and functional verification of receivers
  • Test your device with multiple verified, standards-compliant vector signals
  • Easily troubleshoot your component within a wireless communication system using a reliable vector signal generator
  • Minimize downtime and expenses with self-maintenance solutions and low-cost repairs

Key Specifications

Frequency
6 GHz
Output Power @1 GHz
+18 dBm
Frequency Switching (Typical)
5 ms
Harmonics @1 GHz
-35 dBc
Phase Noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset)
-119 dBc/Hz
Type
Vector
Frequency
Output Power @1 GHz
Frequency Switching (Typical)
Harmonics @1 GHz
Phase Noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset)
Type
6 GHz
+18 dBm
5 ms
-35 dBc
-119 dBc/Hz
Vector
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Bandwidth Options:
60 MHz
120 MHz
Baseband Generator Mode:
Waveform Playback
Form Factor:
Benchtop
Frequency:
6 GHz
Frequency Options:
3 GHz
6 GHz
Frequency Switching (Typical):
5 ms
Harmonics @1 GHz:
-35 dBc
Maximum Frequency:
7.2 GHz
Maximum Modulation Bandwidth:
120 MHz
Maximum Output Power:
18 dBm
Non-Harmonics @1 GHz:
-72 dBc
Output Power @1 GHz:
+18 dBm
Performance Level:
◆◆◇◇◇◇
Phase Noise @1 GHz (10 kHz offset):
-119 dBc/Hz
Phase Noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset):
-119 dBc/Hz
Sweep Mode:
Step
List
Type:
Vector
Waveform Playback Memory:
512 MSa

PathWave Signal Generation Software

PathWave Signal Generation software is a flexible suite of signal creation tools that will reduce the time you spend on signal simulation. Its performance-optimized reference signals – validated by Keysight – enhance the characterization and verification of your devices.

  • Create performance-optimized reference signals
  • Validate component, transmitter, and receiver testing
  • Ensure designs meet latest standards
  • Speed signal creation and reduce simulation time
Pathwave signal generation software

Standard Configurations

N5166B RF Signal Generator

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The Essential Signal Generator Guide Building a solid foundation in RF — Part 2

The Essential Signal Generator Guide Building a solid foundation in RF — Part 2

Navigating the numerous specifications and features of signal generators can be challenging. This white paper series helps by explaining various modulation schemes, the importance of spectral purity, and the impact of distortion. Additionally, it explores how application software can enhance productivity. Signal generators are essential for meeting customer requirements for robust and reliable high-speed wireless connections, which are crucial for business success. To address market demands, selecting the right signal generator is vital. Complex modulation schemes, necessary for increasing spectral efficiency and achieving higher data rates, rely on accurate and stable signal generators. Signal generators can be either digital (vector) or analog. Vector signal generators produce complex, digitally modulated signals, while analog signal generators produce continuous wave signals with basic modulation. The choice depends on the specific application and testing requirements. Generating an RF signal requires a metrology-grade signal generator with excellent distortion and spurious characteristics to ensure high spectral purity. The frequency accuracy of a signal generator depends on the stability of the reference oscillator and the time since the last calibration. Overall, signal generators are indispensable for evaluating applications that rely on radio frequencies, such as GNSS, 5G, avionics, and radar, ensuring reliable and efficient performance.

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