10 GHz Signal Generators (Signal Sources)

The SC5503B and SC5502A signal generators are designed to meet demanding low phase noise applications. This is accomplished by employing a multiple phase-locked loop architecture as well as a YIG oscillator as the core of its synthesizer. Frequency accuracy is provided by an onboard 10 MHz temperature compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO) which can be phase locked to an external reference source if required. These RF signal generators can be used as standalone CW signal sources or as LO sources for frequency conversion systems such as the SignalCore IQ modulators and demodulators. They are designed to meet the requirements of many modern applications such as wireless device testing, software-defined radio research, point-to-point radio, multi-channel coherent systems, and other academic and military programs.

Full implementation instructions, GUI, driver software, and example code are provided with each module.

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Output Frequency Range
Residual Phase Noise
Tuning Resolution
Max Output Power
Output Spurious Signals
2nd Order Harmonics
50 MHz to 10 GHz
< -121 dBc/Hz @ 10kHz, 1 GHz
1 Hz (exact frequency)
+17 dBm typ
< -75 dBc typical
< -20 dBc
SC5502A PXI Express
Title
Description
Version
Date Published
Size
Set Up File 32 Bit
A zip file including all necessary set up files. For 32 bit OS. For 32 bit OS.
2.0.3.0
September 2022
21.9 MB
Set Up File 64 Bit
A zip file including all necessary set up files. For 64 bit OS. For 64 bit OS.
2.0.3.0
September 2022
46.3 MB
SC5502A (NIVISA Driver)
PXI Express
Title
Description
Version
Date Published
Size
Set Up File 32 Bit
This API is based on NIVISA. For 32 bit OS. Based on NIVISA.
2.0.1.0
October 2018
4.70 MB
Set Up File 64 Bit
This API is based on NIVISA. For 64 bit OS. Based on NIVISA.
2.0.1.0
October 2018
5.57 MB
SC5503B USB-SPI-RS232
Title
Description
Version
Date Published
Size
Set Up File 32 Bit
A zip file including all necessary set up files. For 32 bit OS. For 32 bit OS.
2.0.1.0
April 2016
16.9 MB
Set Up File 64 Bit
A zip file including all necessary set up files. For 64 bit OS. For 64 bit OS.
2.0.1.0
April 2016
20.4 MB
SC5502A PXI Express
Title
Description
Revision
Date Published
Size
Datasheet
View in depth specifications, including graphs and other information. Find all the specs here.
Rev 1.1
July 2017
0.20 MB
User Manual
Includes instructions for everything from unpacking the module to operating and programming. Operation and programming.
Rev 2.0
April 2016
1.58 MB
Mechanical Files
The .zip file includes a detailed drawing in both .dwg and .pdf formats. Detailed drawing.
Rev 1.0
April 2016
1.38 MB
SC5503B USB-SPI-RS232
Title
Description
Revision
Date Published
Size
Datasheet
View in depth specifications, including graphs and other information. Find all the specs here.
Rev 2.0
July 2018
0.21 MB
User Manual
Includes instructions for everything from unpacking the module to operating and programming. Operation and programming.
Rev 1.1
April 2016
1.64 MB
Mechanical Files
The .zip file includes a detailed drawing in both .dwg and .pdf formats. Detailed drawing.
Rev 1.0
April 2016
1.65 MB
Part #
Model #
Description
Interface
7100026-01
SC5502A
10 GHz Signal Generator (Signal Source)

Product Contents

7100026-01 - 10 GHz Signal Generator, PXIe
Software USB Thumb Drive
PXI Express
7100057-01
SC5503B
10 GHz Signal Generator (Signal Source)

Product Contents

7100057-01 - 10 GHz Signal Generator, USB-SPI
7100155-01 - Digital I/O and Power Supply Cable
USB cable - Type A to Mini B
Software USB Thumb Drive
USB-SPI
7100057-02
SC5503B
10 GHz Signal Generator (Signal Source)

Product Contents

7100057-02 - 10 GHz Signal Generator, USB-RS232
7100155-01 - Digital I/O and Power Supply Cable
USB cable - Type A to Mini B
Software USB Thumb Drive
USB-RS232
7100155-01
Digital I/O and Power Supply Cable
Included with Product Kit
7100155-02
Digital I/O and Power Supply Cable
With 2.5mm x 5.5mm plug
7100158-01
12V Power Supply Kit