Description

The DS Instruments SG6000F RF Signal Generator continues to set the industry standard in affordable ultra-compact RF Signal Generation. The SG6000F provides a pure low-harmonic sine-wave, unlike most other compact signal generators. This fully synthesized, modern fractional-N device covers up to 6GHz. Output power is calibrated from -25 to +13dBm, and can be adjusted downward in 0.25dB steps, or continuously via the internal variable attenuator. The bright OLED display provides useful feedback for the user, and front control buttons provide a quick alternative to USB control. In applications where low signal distortion is critical, the SG6000F or the low-phase-noise SG6000PRO are unbeatable solutions.

Looking for lower phase-noise and smaller frequency step size? SG6000PRO

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SG6000F (2024 Rev6) Features:

• New more robust output amplifier
• Phase control support
• Active harmonic filtering (full-band)
• External sweep trigger input (MCX)
• Stand-alone and USB remote operation
• Adjustable calibrated output power
• Industry-standard SCPI command support
• Internal 10MHz reference source
• Front user frequency step buttons
• Native on-device frequency-sweeping support
• Front-mounted bright OLED display
• Simple Windows control GUI
• Powered from standard USB Type-C
• Optional Ethernet with DHCP or static IP
• Easy to interface with all software packages (.NET, Matlab, python, android, linux…)

RF Signal Generator Specifications (REV 6):

• Frequency Range: 25-6000MHz
• Calibrated Power Output: -25 to +13dBm
• Harmonic Levels: < -32dBc (25MHz – 6GHz)
• Phase Noise: -74dBc @ 10KHz offset
• Internal Attenuator (digital): 64 x (0.5dB) Steps
• Internal Attenuator (variable): ~20dB (10 bit DAC)
• Dimensions: 2.75″ x 1.25″ x 3.15″
• Power Input: 5V @ 0.75A max
• Internal 10MHz TCXO reference stability: ±2.5PPM
• Reference frequency connector: MCX
• Trigger input specs: MCX connector, active low, 0-5V
• Output Impedance: 50 Ohm
• RF Connector: Premium gold microwave SMA

Common Applications:

• Automated testing environments
• General RF Lab use
• Flexible LO sourcing
• Antenna design
• EMC Testing
• Production verification and testing
• Educational / university lab use
• Aerospace / Defense Research
• 802.11n Development / Testing
• LTE Engineering

Device Rear Panel:

PC Control Software (USB / LAN):

 

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