Anritsu MG36221A Signal Generator

Overview

The Anritsu MG36221A is an RF signal generator spanning 9 kHz to 20 GHz with industry-leading signal purity. Designed for precision testing applications including radar systems, transceiver chains, and high-resolution analog-to-digital converter testing, the MG36221A combines exceptionally low phase noise with atomic clock frequency stability through an optional internal rubidium frequency reference or GNSS/GPS-disciplined oscillator.

Key Features

• Exceptionally low single sideband (SSB) phase noise of -136 dBc/Hz (typical) and -140 dBc/Hz (measured) at 10 GHz with 10 kHz offset
• Atomic clock frequency stability with internal rubidium frequency reference option and optional GNSS receiver
• Very low harmonic content (<-58 dBc) and spurious performance (<-63 dBc)
• AM, FM, PM, and pulse modulation capabilities with simultaneous modulation options
• Optional on-site frequency and level calibration capability
• 7-inch touch screen with keypad and dial front panel controls
• Multiple remote interfaces: USB 3.0, 10/100/1000 Ethernet, GPIB
• Frequency resolution to 0.001 Hz

Applications

• Nonlinear measurements (P1 dB, IP2, IP3) for amplifiers and mixers
• Pulse modulated signal source for radar system testing
• Local oscillator substitution for transceiver chain testing
• High-frequency clock source for ADC/DAC testing with low jitter
• Frequency reference for calibration and metrology laboratories
• Two-tone intermodulation and interference testing