Keysight N5172B EXG X-Series RF Vector Signal Generator, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
Keysight N5172B EXG X-Series RF Vector Signal Generator, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
N5172B-Option 501: 9 kHz to 1 GHz
N5172B-Option 503: 9 kHz to 3 GHz
N5172B-Option 506: 9 kHz to 6 GHz
N5172B-Option 506+FRQ: 9 kHz to 7.2 GHz
N5172B Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz with ARB baseband generator and expanded license
key upgradability+ Show Details
Highlights
With analog and vector models, the EXG provides the signals you’ll need for basic parametric
testing of components and functional verification of receivers. Get “just enough” test at the
right price with the EXG.
▶Achieve faster throughput and greater uptime
▶Perform basic parametric testing of components and functional verification of receivers with excellent
ACPR, EVM, and output power
▶Reduce the time you spend on signal creation with PathWave Signal Generation software; purchase
only the waveforms you need with 5- and 50-pack licensing
▶Minimize downtime and expenses with self-maintenance solutions and low-cost repairs
Definitions and Conditions
Specifications represent warranted performance of a calibrated instrument that has been stored for
a minimum of 2 hours within the operating temperature range of 0 to 55 °C, unless otherwise stated,
and after a 45 minute warm-up period. The specifications include measurement uncertainty. Data
represented in this document are specifications unless otherwise noted.
Typical (typ) describes additional product performance information. It is performance beyond
specifications that 80 percent of the units exhibit with a 90 percent confidence level at room
temperature (approximately 25 °C). Typical performance does not include measurement uncertainty.
Nominal (nom) values indicate the expect mean or average performance, or an attribute whose
performance is by design, such as the 50 ohm connector. This data is not warranted and is measured
at room temperature (approximately 25 °C).
Measured (meas) describes an attribute measured during the design phase for purposes of communicating
expected performance, such as amplitude drift vs. time. This data is not warranted and is measured at room
temperature (approximately 25 °C).
Options
Frequency Range
N5172B-503: Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3 GHz
N5172B-506: Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
Connector Configuration
N5172B-1EM: Move all connectors to rear panel
General Performance Features
N5172B-UNZ: Fast frequency switching
N5172B-1EA: High output power
N5172B-1ER: Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
N5172B-099: Expanded license key upgradability
Vector Systems Features
N5172B-655: Upgrade baseband generator from 60 to 120 MHz RF bandwidth
N5172B-653: ARB baseband generator (60 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 Msa)
N5172B-1EL: Differential I/Q outputs
N5172B-022: Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 512 Msa
N5172B-021: Upgrade baseband generator memory from 32 Msa to 256 Msa
N5172B-UNV: Enhanced dynamic range
N5172B-657 : Upgrade baseband generator to 160 MHz RF bandwidth
N5172B-660 : Upgrade baseband generator with real-time capability
Analog Modulation
N5172B-UNW: Narrow pulse modulation
N5172B-UNT : AM, FM, phase modulation
N5172B-303 : Multifunction generator
Additional Features
N5172B-006: Instrument security and removable memory card
N5172B-012: LO in/out for phase coherency
N5172B-009: Internal solid state memory
N5172B-FRQ: Frequency extender connectivity
N5172B-SD0: No internal non-volatile memory/solid state drive
Calibration Documentation
N5172B-UK6: Commercial calibration certificate with test data
N5172B-A6J : ANSI Z540-1-1994 Calibration
N5172B-AMG: Calibration + Uncertainties + Guardbanding (Accredited)
Vector Firmware Applications
N5172B-004: Digital input connectivity with the N5102A
N5172B-003: Digital output connectivity with the N5102A







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