Keysight Technologies N5182B-503
9 kHz - 3 GHz MXG Vector Signal Generator, Type N (f)
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Keysight Technologies - N5182B-503
N5182B MXG X-Series RF vector high performance signal generators are fine-tuned to be your “golden transmitter” in R&D with 9 kHz to 3 GHz frequency coverage. Simulate real-world signals with real-time capabilities with Signal Studio software.
N5182B-503 Product Highlights
• Frequency: 9 kHz to 3 GHz
• Output Power @1 GHz: -144 dBm to 26 dBm
• Phase Noise @1 GHz (20 kHz offset): -146 dBc/Hz
• Frequency Switching: = 800 us
• Harmonics @1 GHz: <-35 dBc
• IQ Modulation BW Internal/External: 160 MHz to 200 MHz
• Non-Harmonics @1 GHz: -96 dBc
• Sweep Mode: List, Step
• Baseband Generator Mode: Waveform Playback and Real-Time
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430
Multitone and two-tone, fixed perpetual license
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009
Internal solid state memory
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023
Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 1 Gsa
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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1ER
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
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009
Internal solid state memory
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023
Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 1 Gsa
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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430
Multitone and two-tone, fixed perpetual license
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431
Custom digital modulation, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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657
Upgrade baseband generator from 80 MHz to 160 MHz RF bandwidth
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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022
Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 512 Msa
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1EA
High output power
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1EL
Differential I/Q Outputs
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1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110dBm)
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403
Calibrated AWGN
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431
Custom digital modulation, fixed perpetual license
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432
Phase noise impairment, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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N5180430B
Multi-tone and 2-tone
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N5180430B-R-Y5B-001-A
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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009
Internal solid state memory
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1EA
High output power
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431
Custom digital modulation, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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403
Calibrated AWGN
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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N5180430B
Multi-tone and 2-tone
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N5180430B-R-Y5B-001-A
Node-locked perpetual license
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UNV
Enhanced Dynamic Range
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Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 512 Msa
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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657
Upgrade baseband generator from 80 MHz to 160 MHz RF bandwidth
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660
Upgrade baseband generator with real-time capability
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UNV
Enhanced Dynamic Range
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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009
Internal solid state memory
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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1EL
Differential I/Q Outputs
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431
Custom digital modulation, fixed perpetual license
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432
Phase noise impairment, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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009
Internal solid state memory
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023
Upgrade Baseband Generator Memory From 32 Msa To 1 Gsa
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403
Calibrated AWGN
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432
Phase noise impairment, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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022
Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 512 Msa
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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403
Calibrated AWGN
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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657
Upgrade baseband generator from 80 MHz to 160 MHz RF bandwidth
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N5180431B-R-Y5B-001-A
Node-locked perpetual license
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N7624B-3FP
Connect to N5182/62 MXG, N5172 EXG, fixed perpetual license
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N7624B-HFP
Basic LTE FDD, fixed perpetual license
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N7624B-SFP
Advanced LTE FDD, fixed perpetual license
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UNV
Enhanced Dynamic Range
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N5180431B
Custom digital modulation
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AM, FM, phase modulation
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ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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1EA
High output power
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Low specified power (less than -110dBm)
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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High output power
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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N5180431B
Custom digital modulation
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N5180431B-R-Y5B-001-A
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ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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N5180431B-R-Y5B-001-Y
Node-locked perpetual license
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N5180431B
Custom digital modulation
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N5180431B-KRS
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Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 1 Gsa
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1ER
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
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320
Pulse train generator, fixed perpetual license
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431
Custom digital modulation, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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N5180431B-R-Y5B-001-A
Node-locked perpetual license
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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303
Multifunction generator
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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N5180431B
Custom digital modulation
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N5180431B-KRS
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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009
Internal solid state memory
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EL
Differential I/Q Outputs
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1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110dBm)
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1ER
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
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403
Calibrated AWGN
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431
Custom digital modulation, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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N5180320B-R-Y5B-001-A
Node-locked perpetual license
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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1EA
High output power
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N5180320B
Pulse train generator
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N5180430B
Multi-tone and 2-tone
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N5180430B-R-Y5B-001-A
Node-locked perpetual license
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UNV
Enhanced Dynamic Range
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N5180320B-KRS
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNV
Enhanced Dynamic Range
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNX
Low phase noise
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657
Upgrade baseband generator to 160 MHz RF bandwidth
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431
Custom digital modulation, fixed perpetual license
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNV
Enhanced Dynamic Range
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022
Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 512 Msa
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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N5180403B
Calibrated AWGN
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N5180403B-R-Y5B-001-A
Node-locked perpetual license
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N5180431B
Custom digital modulation
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N5180431B-R-Y5B-001-Y
Node-locked perpetual license
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Narrow pulse modulation
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N5180403B-KRS
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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N5180431B
Custom digital modulation
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N5180431B-R-Y5B-001-Y
Node-locked perpetual license
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UNV
Enhanced Dynamic Range
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 MSa)
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 MSa)
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110dBm)
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EL
Differential I/Q Outputs
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503
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
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656
ARB baseband generator (80 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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Narrow pulse modulation
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Keysight Technologies N5182B-503 Spec Sheet
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What makes the Keysight N5182B-503 a vector signal generator?
The Keysight N5182B-503 is a vector signal generator that combines the analog capabilities of the MXG platform with integrated IQ modulation from 9 kHz to 3 GHz. It features an internal baseband generator supporting PSK, QAM, FSK, MSK, ASK, and custom IQ modulation formats with symbol rates up to 100 Msps. The vector modulation enables generation of complex digitally modulated signals for testing receivers, transceivers, and communications systems.
What wireless standards can the N5182B-503 generate signals for?
The N5182B-503 with appropriate options and Signal Studio software can generate signals for numerous wireless standards. These include GSM, EDGE, W-CDMA, LTE FDD, cdma2000, IS-95A, 802.11a/g/ac, and many others. The instrument provides excellent EVM performance with specifications for various modulation formats, and supports real-time custom modulation mode (Option 431) for flexible signal creation with quick setup modes for standards like APCO 25, TETRA, Bluetooth, and DECT.
What is the EVM performance of the N5182B-503?
The N5182B-503 provides excellent EVM performance across multiple wireless standards. For W-CDMA at 1.8 to 2.2 GHz with 1 DPCH, the specification is 1.2% and typical is 0.8% at power levels up to 7 dBm (13 dBm with Option 1EA). For LTE FDD E-TM 3.1 with 64 QAM, measured EVM is 0.2% at 10 MHz bandwidth. EVM specifications apply after IQ calibration when the instrument is maintained within +/-5 degrees C of calibration temperature.
What is the ACPR performance for W-CDMA signals on the N5182B-503?
The N5182B-503 delivers excellent ACPR performance for W-CDMA signals when maintained within 20 to 30 degrees C. For single carrier 3GPP W-CDMA test model 1 with 64 DPCH at 5 MHz offset, typical ACPR is better than -66 dBc at +5 dBm RMS power (measured with Option UNV plus 1EA). The ACPR performance varies with the number of DPCHs and power level, with specifications provided for various configurations to ensure reliable transmitter testing.
What is the internal baseband memory capacity of the N5182B-503?
The N5182B-503 includes 3 GB of internal memory standard, which can be expanded to 30 GB with Option 009. This memory is shared by instrument states, user data files, sweep list files, and waveform sequences. For arbitrary waveform applications, the standard configuration provides 32 Mb for pattern RAM and 32 MB for user files, expandable to 512 Mb/MB with Option 022 or 1024 Mb/MB with Option 023.
Does the N5182B-503 have baseband IQ outputs in addition to the main RF output?
Yes, the N5182B-503 features dedicated differential IQ outputs (I OUT, Q OUT, and their complements) in addition to the main RF output. These baseband outputs allow connection to external IQ modulators for extending frequency coverage or for special test configurations. The internal IQ adjustments apply to both RF output and IQ outputs simultaneously, and the instrument provides RF IQ channel flatness specifications with factory channel corrections enabled.
What custom modulation capabilities does Option 431 provide on the N5182B-503?
Option 431 enables real-time custom modulation mode supporting extensive flexibility. It includes PSK formats up to 16PSK, QAM up to 1024, FSK up to 16-level with 20 MHz maximum deviation, MSK with 0 to 100 degree phase offset, and ASK from 0 to 100%. Users can create custom IQ maps with 1024 unique values, apply frequency offsets from -80 MHz to +80 MHz, and use selectable or custom FIR filters. The mode supports internal data generation with PN sequences or external serial data input via the AUX IO connector.
Can the N5182B-503 perform bit error rate testing?
Yes, with Option UN7, the N5182B-503 includes an integrated bit error rate analyzer with clock rates from 100 Hz to 60 MHz (usable to 90 MHz). The BER analyzer supports PN9, 11, 15, 20, and 23 data patterns with 10-digit resolution and bit sequence lengths from 100 bits to 4,294 Gbits after synchronization. Features include input clock phase adjustment, gate delay, real-time display, automatic re-synchronization, and pass/fail indication for comprehensive digital communications testing.