Configuring a Swept RF Output

Basic Operation

Configuring the RF Output

A PSG signal generator has up to three sweep types: step sweep, list sweep, and ramp sweep (Option 007).

NOTE	List sweep data cannot be saved within an instrument state, but can be saved to the memory
	catalog. For instructions on saving list sweep data, see “Storing Files to the Memory
	Catalog” on page 53.
	During swept RF output, the FREQUENCY and AMPLITUDE areas of the signal generator’s
	display are deactivated, depending on what is being swept.

Step sweep (see page 32) and ramp sweep (see page 34) provide a linear progression through the start-to-stop frequency and/or amplitude values, while list sweep enables you to create a list of arbitrary frequency, amplitude, and dwell time values and sweep the RF output based on that list.

The list sweep example uses the points created in the step sweep example as the basis for a new list sweep.

Ramp sweep (see page 37) is faster than step or list sweep, and is designed to work with an 8757D scalar network analyzer.

Chapter 2

E8267C PSG, E8247C PSG CW, E8257C PSG specifications

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The E8267C PSG delivers unparalleled performance in the microwave frequency range of 250 kHz to 70 GHz. It includes advanced modulation capabilities, allowing users to generate complex waveforms with relative ease. The E8267C supports various digital modulation schemes, including QAM, which is crucial for testing modern communication systems. Its high output power and excellent spectral purity make it suitable for both R&D and manufacturing applications. Additionally, the E8267C features built-in functionality for frequency and power sweeps, providing users with extensive testing options.

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