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The Giga-tronics ASGM18A AXIe Advanced Signal Generator (ASG) is a real-time RF signal generator over the frequency range of 100 MHz to 18 GHz. With the upconverting option, it is used for emulating agile, low-noise emitters anywhere within that same wide frequency range. As an RF Upconverter, the ASGM18A can be used to generate complex, wide bandwidth signals for testing Radar and EW systems. The modular ASGM18A is built in the industry standard AXIe form factor and works in conjunction with the Giga-tronics SRM100A System Reference Module and either the CHSIS2A AXIe 2-channel or CHSIS4A AXIe 4-channel chassis for multi-channel, phase coherent operation.
Key Features:
- Frequency range – 100 MHz to 18 GHz with 1 Hz resolution
- Frequency switching – < 1 μs
- Real-Time control of frequency, phase and amplitude – BCD parallel
- PC control of frequency, phase and amplitude – PCIe and USB
- Upconversion – 1 GHz instantaneous bandwidth Modulation – AWG support
Spec Highlights:
- Operational Control:
- Frequency – 100 MHz to 18 GHz (1 Hz)
- Amplitude – 0 to -90 dB (0.5 dB)
- Phase – 0° to 360° (0.1°)
- Full band phase coherent frequency switching
- Switching time:
- Frequency – 650 ns
- Amplitude – < 300 ns
- Phase – < 300 ns
- Multi-channel phase coherent operation