Keysight Technologies N5181B-506
9 kHz - 6 GHz MXG Analog Signal Generator, Type N (f)
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The Keysight (formerly Agilent) N5181B-506 is a 6 GHz MXG Analog Signal Generator that offers a host of features to its users.
N5181B-506 Key Features and Specifications:
Signal characteristics
- 9 kHz to 6 GHz
- 24 dBm specified power to 3 GHz with electronic attenuator
- -146 dBc phase noise at 1 GHz and 20 kHz offset
- - 96 dBc non-harmonics at 1 GHz and > 10kHz offset
Modulation and sweep
- AM, FM, PhaseM, pulse, and narrow pulse
- Pulse train generator
- 10 MHz multifunction generator and LF out
- Digital step and list sweep modes
Automation and communication interface
- 1000BaseT LAN, LXI, USB 2.0, and GPIB
- SCPI, IVI-COM, MATLAB drivers
- Backward compatible with ESG, MXG, PSG, and 8648x signal generators
- Keysight (formerly Agilent) USB power sensor compatible with embedded display and SCPI control
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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320
Pulse train generator
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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1EA
High output power
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303
Multifunction generator
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320
Pulse train generator
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110 dBm)
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNX
Low phase noise
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110 dBm)
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1ER
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
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303
Multifunction generator
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320
Pulse train generator
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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1EA
High output power
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110 dBm)
-
506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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1EA
High output power
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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Cord Power
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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303
Multifunction generator
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320
Pulse train generator
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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Cord Power
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1EA
High output power
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNX
Low phase noise
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
-
099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110 dBm)
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1ER
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
-
303
Multifunction generator
-
320
Pulse train generator
-
506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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Cord Power
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--, 099, 1EA, 506
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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1EA
High output power
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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1EA
High output power
-
303
Multifunction generator
-
320
Pulse train generator
-
506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
-
1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110 dBm)
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1ER
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
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302
Avionics license
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303
Multifunction generator
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320
Pulse train generator
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNX
Low phase noise
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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Cord Power
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USB Drive with Software and Manuals
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
-
1EQ
Low specified power (less than -110 dBm)
-
1ER
Flexible reference input (1-50 MHz)
-
302
Avionics license
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303
Multifunction generator
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320
Pulse train generator
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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UNT
AM, FM, phase modulation
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UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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UNY
Enhanced low phase noise
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UNZ
Fast Switching
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USB Drive with Software and Manuals
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006
Instrument security and removable memory card
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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Cord Power
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
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099
Expanded license key upgradability
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1EA
High output power
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506
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 6 GHz
-
UNW
Narrow pulse modulation
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What is the frequency coverage of the Keysight N5181B-506 signal generator?
The Keysight N5181B-506 MXG X-Series analog signal generator operates from 9 kHz to 6 GHz, providing extended frequency coverage compared to the 503 model. This frequency range is ideal for applications requiring operation up to C-band frequencies, including satellite communications testing, radar development, and advanced wireless communications standards. The instrument maintains excellent frequency accuracy and stability across the entire range.
What is the phase noise performance at 6 GHz on the N5181B-506?
At 6 GHz carrier frequency, the N5181B-506 provides SSB phase noise specifications from 20 to 30 degrees C excluding mechanical vibration. Typical measured standard phase noise shows approximately -69 dBc/Hz at 10 Hz offset, -81 dBc/Hz at 100 Hz, -76 dBc/Hz at 1 kHz, -91 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz, -107 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz, -121 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz, and -126 dBc/Hz at 10 MHz offset. Enhanced phase noise options UNX and UNY provide significantly better performance.
How does the N5181B-506 compare to the N5181B-503 model?
The N5181B-506 extends the frequency range from 3 GHz to 6 GHz compared to the 503 model, while maintaining the same excellent performance characteristics. Both models share the same analog modulation capabilities, pulse modulation features, phase noise architecture, and connectivity options. The 506 model provides phase noise and harmonic specifications up to 6 GHz, making it suitable for higher frequency applications while preserving the precision and flexibility of the MXG platform.
What level accuracy does the N5181B-506 provide?
The N5181B-506 provides absolute level accuracy specifications quoted between 20 and 30 degrees C. For temperatures outside this range, absolute level accuracy degrades by 0.01 dB per degree C, and output power may drift up to 0.10 dB below 3 GHz and 0.15 dB above 3 GHz per gram per kilogram change in absolute humidity. The instrument features excellent repeatability and relative level accuracy for precise amplitude control across the frequency range.
Does the N5181B-506 support list mode sweeping?
Yes, the N5181B-506 fully supports list mode sweeping with excellent switching speeds. With internal channel corrections enabled, the frequency switching speed is less than 1.3 ms measured for list mode and SCPI mode cached frequency points. The instrument automatically caches the most recently used 1024 frequencies, and there is no speed degradation for amplitude-only changes, making it ideal for automated test applications.
What pulse modulation features are available on the N5181B-506?
With Option UNW, the N5181B-506 includes a comprehensive internal pulse generator supporting free-run, square, triggered, adjustable doublet, trigger doublet, gated, and external pulse modes. The pulse generator offers square wave rates from 0.1 Hz to 10 MHz with 0.1 Hz resolution, pulse periods from 30 ns to 42 seconds, and pulse widths from 20 ns to pulse period minus 10 ns with 10 ns resolution. Option 320 adds pulse train generation with up to 2047 pulse patterns.
Can the N5181B-506 be used for receiver sensitivity testing?
The N5181B-506 is well-suited for receiver sensitivity testing thanks to its excellent spectral purity, precise level accuracy, and low phase noise. Its ability to output calibrated signals across the full 9 kHz to 6 GHz range with tight amplitude control allows engineers to characterize receiver performance accurately. Option 1EQ extends the specified low power range down to -110 dBm for testing receivers at very low signal levels.
What options enhance the N5181B-506 performance?
Key performance enhancement options include UNX (low phase noise) and UNY (enhanced low phase noise) for improved spectral purity, UNZ (fast switching) for faster frequency changes, 1EA (high output power) for increased power levels, UNW (narrow pulse modulation) for pulse applications, and 1EQ (low specified power) for extending the power range down to -110 dBm. Option 099 enables license key upgradability for future expansion without hardware changes.