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N5186A MXG Vector Signal Generator
Compact, multichannel vector signal generator capable of signal generation up to 8.5 GHz with 1 GHz of modulation bandwidth per channel.
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Highlights
Evolving technologies in wireless communications and aerospace and defense applications demand higher frequency coverage using complex modulation schemes like multiple-input / multiple-output (MIMO), beamforming, and multiplexing to maximize data throughput. The Keysight N5186A MXG vector signal generator provides consistent and repeatable results that are ideal for multiport testing. The MXG’s custom DAC application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) use direct digital synthesis to deliver precise signals in one easy-to-use box.
- Covers frequency range from 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz with excellent phase noise, output power, EVM and ACPR.
- Supports military radio communications and MIMO tests with up to four unique outputs.
- Generates complex wideband signals needed for carrier aggregation and digital pre-distortion (DPD) applications with up to 1 GHz bandwidth per channel.
- Reduces measurement uncertainty in power amplifier characterizations when using the embedded reflectometer.
- Maximizes production capacity without sacrificing rack space in a 2U box.
- Enables fast access to a dedicated team of KeysightCare technical support engineers.
The Ideal Signal Generator for Wideband Multichannel Applications
5G New Radio (NR) Power Amplifier Component Test
You need to minimize errors introduced from test equipment to accurately characterize the performance of your power amplifier design in the 5G FR1 band. The embedded reflectometer in the MXG vector signal generator expedites the setup process when correcting for the DUT match in minutes versus days. Simplify your test setup and characterize your power amplifier designs up to 20% faster.
Learn more about our new MXG signal generator and see a demo of the performance measurements like error vector magnitude (EVM) and adjacent channel leakage ratio measurements (ACLR).
Key Specifications
PathWave Signal Generation Software
PathWave signal generation software is a flexible suite of signal-creation tools that can reduce your time spent on signal simulation. The software’s performance-optimized reference signals — validated by Keysight — enhance the characterization and verification of your devices.
- Extend your reference plane
- Validate your component, transmitter, and receiver testing
- Ensure your designs meet the latest standards
The Custom Power Behind Our Instruments
Pushing the boundaries of technology requires instantaneous bandwidth, spurious-free dynamic range, and signal fidelity beyond basic measurements. Keysight powers every performance product with custom MMICs, designed in-house, manufactured in our proprietary indium phosphide (InP) and gallium arsenide (GaAs) fab with custom ASIC signal processing that ensures the industry’s fastest, most reliable measurements. Count on Keysight to accelerate your next innovation. In the MXG signal generator, Keysight semiconductors enable market-leading multi-channel EVM and output power.
KeysightCare
As the complexity of RF tests increases, elevate the productivity of your engineering teams by providing priority access to technical experts, a comprehensive knowledge center, and committed turnaround times for repair and calibration. The MXG vector signal generator includes one year of KeysightCare Assured with the option to upgrade to a 3-5 year service plan. Advance your workflow with KeysightCare.
- Committed response time for technical support as low as 2 business hours
- Committed repair & calibration turnaround times as low as 5 business days
- Worldwide KeysightCare service and support
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