HP 8360B/L Series Synthesized Swept-CW and Swept-Signal Generators


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Product Summary

The HP 8360 family consists of the general-purpose B-model series and the application-focused L-model series. They combine the excellent frequency resolution, level control, signal purity, and modulation capabilities you expect of a high-performance synthesized signal generator with the speed and convenience of a sweep oscillator. They are ideal for the demanding requirements of signal simulation, local oscillator, and stimulus/response component or subsystem test applications. The HP 8360 family offers a choice of models to meet a variety of application requirements. Ultra-broadband frequency coverage for 10 MHz to 50 GHz is available in coax using a 2.4 mm precision connector. High-power models with up to +20 dBm are also available, and they can be used to directly drive the HP 83550 series mm-wave source modules for superior performance to 110 GHz in waveguide. The HP 8360 can also be customized with options for 1 Hz frequency resolution, fast pulse, a synthesized internal modulation generator, and a blank front panel for automated test applications.


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Frequency Specifications

Frequency Range (by model): HP 83620B 10 MHz to 20 GHz HP 83622B 2 GHz to 20 GHz HP 83623B 10 MHz to 20 GHz (high power) HP 83624B 2 GHz to 20 GHz (high power) HP 83630B 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz HP 83640B 10 MHz to 40 GHz HP 83650B 10 MHz to 50 GHz HP 83623L 10 MHz to 20 GHz HP 83630L 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz HP 83640L 10 MHz to 40 GHz HP 83650L 10 MHz to 50 GHz Resolution: 1 kHz Option 008: 1 Hz Internal 10 MHz Time Base Aging Rate: 5 x 10-10/day, 1 x 10-7/year

RF Output

Output Power ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Option 006 Maximum Leveled (dBm) Standard (B models only) HP 83620B, 83622B +13 +13 HP 83623B +17 +17 HP 83623L +15 not applicable HP 83624B +20 +17 HP 83630B/L Output Frequencies <20 GHz +13 +13 Output Frequencies >=20 GHz +10 +10 HP 83640B/L Output Frequencies <26.5 GHz +10 +10 Output Frequencies >=26.5 GHz +6 +6 HP 83650B/L Output Frequencies <26.5 GHz +10 +10 Output Frequencies >=26.5 GHz and <40 GHz +5 +5 Output Frequencies >=40 GHz +2.5 +2.5 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Minimum Settable Output Power Standard: -20 dBm Option 001: -110 dBm Resolution: 0.02 dB RF Output Connector Nominal Output Impedance: 50 ohms RF Connectors 20 and 26.5 GHz Models: precision 3.5-mm male 40 and 50 GHz Models: 2.4-mm male on 40 and 50 GHz, front panel

Spectral Purity

Spurious Signals (dBc) Harmonics ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Output 83620B 83623B 83623L 83630B/L 83640B/L Frequencies 83622B 83624B 83650B/L ------------------------------------------------------------------------ <2.0 GHz Standard -30 -251 -251 -30 -301 Option 006 -301 -251 -301 -301 >=2.0 GHz to <26.5 GHz Standard -50 -25 -45 -50 -50 Option 006 -60 -60 -60 -50 >=26.5 GHz Standard -40 Option 006 -40 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1Specification is -20 dBc below 50 MHz. Subharmonics ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Output 83620B 83623B 83623L 83630B/L 83640B/L Frequencies 83622B 83624B 83650B/L ------------------------------------------------------------------------ <7 GHz  None None None None None >=7 GHz to <=20 GHz -50 -50 -50 -50 -50 >20 GHz to <=40 GHz -50 -402 >40 GHz -352 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2Specifications typical below 0 dB. Nonharmonically Related 10 MHz to <2.0 GHz3 -60 >=2.0 to <20 GHz -60 >20 GHz to <=26.5 GHz -58 >26.5 to <=40 GHz -54 >=40 GHz to <=50 GHz -52 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 3Specification applies at output levels 0 dBm and below. Single-Sideband Phase Noise (dBc/Hz) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Offset from Carrier Frequency Range 100 Hz 1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz 10 MHz to <7 GHz -70 -78 -86 -107 7 GHz to <13.5 GHz -64 -72 -80 -101 13.5 GHz to 20 GHz -60 -68 -76 -97 >20 GHz to <26.5 GHz -58 -66 -74 -95 26.5 GHz to <38 GHz4 -54 -62 -70 -91 38 GHz to 50 GHz -52 -60 -68 -89 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 4Frequency range is 26.5 GHz to 40 GHz on the HP 83640B/L.

Modulation (HP 8360B series only)

All modulation specifications are only applicable to the HP 8360B series. Pulse modulation specifications apply for output frequencies 400 MHz and above. Pulse (HP 8360B only) Standard Option 006 On/OffRatio: 80 dB 80 dB Rise/Fall Times: 25 ns 10 ns Minimum Width Internally Leveled: 1 µs 1 µs Search Mode Output Frequencies <2.0 GHz: 50 ns 50 ns Output Frequencies >=2.0 GHz: 50 ns 15 ns ALC Off Mode Output Frequencies <2.0 GHz:4 50 ns 50 ns Output Frequencies >=2.0 GHz: 50 ns 15 ns AM and Scan (HP 8360B only) Bandwidth (3 dB, 30% depth, modulation peaks 3 dB below maximum rated power): DC to 100 kHz Modulation Depth Normal Mode: -20 dBm to maximum available power Deep Mode: 50 dB below maximum available power Sensitivity Linear: 100%/volt Exponential:  10 dB/volt FM (HP 8360B only) Locked Mode Maximum Deviation: ±8 MHz Rates (3 dB bandwidth, 500 kHz deviation): 100 kHz to 8 MHz Unlocked Mode Maximum Deviation At rates <=100 Hz: ±75 MHz At rates >100 Hz: ±8 MHz Rates (3 dB bandwidth, 500 kHz deviation): DC to 8 MHz Sensitivity: 100 kHz, 1 MHz, or 10 MHz/volt, switchable Accuracy (1 MHz rate, 1 MHz deviation): 10%

Internal Modulation Generator (Option 002)

AM, FM Modulation Signals (HP 8360B only) Internal Waveforms: Sine, square, triangle, ramp, noise Rate: Range: Sine: 1 Hz to 1 MHz Square, triangle, ramp: 1 Hz to 100 kHz Resolution: 1 Hz Depth, Deviation Range:  Same as the base instrument Resolution: 0.1% Accuracy: Same as the base instrument Pulse (HP 8360B only) Modes: free-run, gated, triggered, delayed Period Range: 300 ns to 400 ms Width Range: 25 ns to 400 ms Resolution: 25 ns Accuracy: 5 ns Video Delay Internal Sync Pulse: 0 to 400 ms Externally Supplied Sync Pulse: 225 ns to 400 ms

Weight and Dimensions

Net Weight: 27 kg (60 lb) Dimensions: 178 mm H x 425 mm W x 648 mm D (7.0 x 16.75 x 25.5 inches)


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Product Ordering Information

HP 83620B     Synthesized Swept Signal Generator, 10 MHz to 20 GHz				
HP 83622B     Synthesized Swept Signal Generator, 2 GHz to 20 GHz				
HP 83623B     Synthesized Swept Signal Generator, 10 MHz to 20 GHz (high power)		        
HP 83624B     Synthesized Swept Signal Generator, 2 GHz to 20 GHz (high power)		        
HP 83630B     Synthesized Swept Signal Generator, 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz				
HP 83640B     Synthesized Swept Signal Generator, 10 MHz to 40 GHz				
HP 83650B     Synthesized Swept Signal Generator, 10 MHz to 50 GHz				
HP 83623L     Synthesized Swept CW Generator, 10 MHz to 20 GHz				
HP 83630L     Synthesized Swept CW Generator, 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz				
HP 83640L     Synthesized Swept CW Generator, 10 MHz to 40 GHz				
HP 83650L     Synthesized Swept CW Generator, 10 MHz to 50 GHz				
   Opt 001    Adds Step Attenuator		       
   Opt 002    Adds Internal Modulation Generator(8360B only)	         
   Opt 004    Rear Panel RF Output			           
   Opt 006    Fast Pulse Modulation(8360B only) 	       
   Opt 008    1 Hz Frequency Resolution		 
   Opt 700    MATE System Compatibility		         
   Opt 806    Rack Slide Kit 				   
   Opt 908    Rack Flange Kit				    
   Opt 910    Extra Operating and Service Manuals	           
   Opt 913    Rack Flange Kit 				    
   Opt W30    3 Years of Customer Return Repair Service	

Upgrades Model and frequency upgrades are available. Please contact your Hewlett-Packard sales representative for details. Dedicated HP 8510 System Source Models HP 83621B Synthesized Sweeper, 45 MHz to 20 GHz HP 83631B Synthesized Sweeper, 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz HP 83651B Synthesized Sweeper, 45 MHz to 50 GHz



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