The MG3690B series of broadband signal generators covers both RF and microwave frequencies from 0.1 Hz to 70 GHz. For mmW frequencies, the MG3690B’s coverage can be extended up to 325 GHz or beyond, with external multipliers. Thus, the MG3690B series is an ideal signal source for both RF and microwave requirements, fully configurable from simple to high performance applications.

The MG3690B microwave signal generator series also offers the highest output power, best-in-class spectral purity, and fastest switching speed. For example, the MG3692B can provide guaranteed +23 dBm at 20 GHz with -94 dBc/Hz phase noise at 1 kHz offset while typically switching at 5 ms per point! This level of performance eliminates the need for external amplification, enables the verification the toughest spectral purity requirements, and greatly reduces test times. If 5 ms per point is not fast enough then switch to the optional analog ramp sweep for even faster measurements.

The MG3690B also offers a full suite of modulation capabilities for signal simulations from simple to the most complex. These modulation options include Amplitude (AM), Frequency (FM), Phase (ØM), and Pulse (PM).  The MG3690B can be configured to perform these modulations simultaneously via either internal or external waveform generators. For IQ modulation, the IF input option allows the easy up-conversion of an externally IQ-modulated RF signal.

The MG3690B replaces the original MG3690A signal generator, offering higher output power and faster frequency switching speed. Whether you have a requirement for a high power local oscillator that can deliver up to a half watt typically at 20 GHz, or you want to decrease the test time of an ATE station by greater than two folds, the MG3690B will exceed your expectations. The MG3690B preserves full backward compatibility with the MG3690A and previous 68C/69B series of RF and microwave signal generators.

The MG3690B family of microwave signal generators is not only ideal in performance for nearly every application, but it is also extremely configurable to meet your exact needs. Choose between many performance and capability options to minimize your investment level while maintaining confidence to affordably upgrade for future needs. The MG3690B is also reliable and backed with a complete 3-year warranty as a standard feature.

The MG3690B is the ideal signal generator.

RF & Microwave Applications:
Satellite R&D and manufacturing
Electronic warfare/jamming R&D and manufacturing
Military maintenance
Microwave component R&D and manufacturing
IC testing for OEMs

Highly configurable to meet your exact needs
Choose from these options to configure a custom signal generator system for today's application and budget, while maintaining value for future upgrades.

Six frequency models-

MG3691B	2 to 10 GHz
MG3692B	2 to 20 GHz
MG3693B	2 to 30 GHz
MG3694B	2 to 40 GHz
MG3695B	2 to 50 GHz
MG3696B	2 to 67 GHz *

* Operational to 70 GHz

• Frequency coverage options-

10 MHz to 2 GHz coverage, best modulation performance	opt. 5
10 MHz to 2 GHz coverage, lowest phase noise performance	opt. 4
10 MHz to 2 GHz coverage, Analog Sweep Capability	opt. 6
mmW multiplier bias, for external multipliers	opt. 18
0.1 Hz to 10 MHz, for audio frequencies	opt. 22

• Performance enhancing options-

Mechanical and electronic step attenuators	opt. 2
Ultra-low phase noise, >2 GHz	opt. 3
High power output	opt. 15
High stability time base	opt. 16

• Added capabilities options-

  IF Input for IQ Upconvert	opt. 7
  Power Monitor for internal power measurement capability	opt. 8
  User-Defined Modulation Waveform Software	opt. 10
  FM/Phase Modulation (externally driven)	opt. 12
  AM (externally driven)	opt. 14
  Scan Modulation (externally driven)	opt. 20
  Pulse Modulation (externally driven)	opt. 26
  Internal LF and Pulse Generators (for internally driven modulation)	opt. 27
  Analog Modulation Suite - adds Internal and External AM/FM/ØM/PM	opt. 28
  Low Phase Noise	opt. 30

• Mechanical options-

Rack mount configurations	opt. 1
Rear Panel RF output configuration	opt. 9
Delete front panel	opt. 17

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