Multi-channel coherent microwave RF source for frequencies up to 20GHz

RIGOL Technologies has released a new RF Microwave Generator, the DSG5000 Series, that can generate up to 20GHz carriers with high signal fidelity. These new generators are provided with two, four, six, or eight independent RF channels packaged in a single 2U full-width mainframe. The series features impressive long-term phase stability between channels of +/-1-degree and is created for high-frequency signals in applications like radar and quantum research.

The device RF source can be controlled from a 3.5" touchscreen interface and generate up to 20GHz signals with amplitude, phase, frequency, and pulse modulation capabilities. Compared with competitive solutions, the series demonstrates superior long-term stability for the highest accuracy in long-term verification applications. Measured at 10GHz with a temperature variation of <1C, the phase stability can be measured at less than 1-degree of phase deviation over 72 hours.

"We are very proud to introduce the premium DSG5000 Series RF Microwave Generators with frequencies up to 20GHz," stated Chris Armstrong, director of Product Marketing for RIGOL USA. "This generator features a channel density eight times greater than our DSG3000B series, making it great solution for complex multi-channel and system-level applications."

The device offers high signal purity with low phase noise measuring <-133dBc/Hz@1GHz, 10kHz offset, a fast-switching speed of 3ms and an amplitude accuracy of +/-1.1dB (typical). This generator enables users to connect to an external display or control remotely via a LAN connection. USB and LAN interfaces are standard for fast and easy system control of all the RF channels from any VISA programming interface.