User manual

RF Explorer User Manual page 6
Description of main features
The RF Explorer Signal Generator is a powerful, wideband fully programmable RF signal generator. It is the
perfect companion for Spectrum Analyzer RF Explorer product line.
As a standalone unit, RFE6Gen can generate CW and Sweep signals by selecting embedded menu options.
When connected to a PC, it can be fully programmed with the RF Explorer for Windows software tool.
Furthermore, the unit can work as a powerful Tracking Generator when used with RF Explorer Spectrum
Analyzer connected to the same PC, offering full Scalar Network Analyzer (SNA) capabilities. The SNA feature
allows full characterization of filters, amplifiers and any 2-port RF device.
Feature
 Pocket size and light weight
 Solid aluminum metal case
 Lifetime free firmware upgrades available, open to community requested features
 High capacity Lithium for 10hs+ of continuous run, rechargeable by USB
 RF Explorer for Windows PC client Open Source
 Can be extended with internal Expansion Modules for additional future band support and
functionality
 Wide band support
Specification
 Frequency range supported: 23.4 to 6000 MHz
 Frequency step/resolution: 1KHz
 Frequency stability: 0.5ppm
 Temperature compensated (0-45C)
 Backlight for great indoor visibility
 Standard SMA 50 ohms connector
 Programmable Amplitude with included internal programmable attenuator:
o -40dBm to -30dBm in 3dB steps
o -10dBm to 0dBm in 3dB steps
 Amplitude accuracy: +-0.5dB (normalized) or +-3dB (absolute)
 Sweep measurement point speed < 10ms