Rohde & Schwarz SMC100A Signal Generator

The Rohde & Schwarz SMC100A offers outstanding signal quality at an attractive price. It covers the frequency range from 9 kHz to 1.1 GHz or 3.2 GHz. Output power is typ. >+17 dBm. All important functions (AM/FM/φM/pulse modulation) are already integrated in the instrument. This makes the SMC100A signal generator a flexible and versatile instrument. It is also ideally suited for use in service and maintenance labs. Due to its small dimensions and lightweight design, the SMC100A is also the perfect choice for field applications or training and education environments.

Key Features

• Frequency range 9 kHz to 1.1 GHz or 3.2 GHz
• Maximum output level typ. above +17 dBm
• AM/FM/φM/pulse modulation provided as standard
• Best price/performance ratio in its class
• Smallest size in its class
• Low total cost of ownership

Full set of standard features

The user benefits from an instrument that contains all important functions right out of the box. The SMC100A is fully equipped in its standard configuration. The analog AM, FM, φM and pulse modulation modes are integrated in the instrument as standard. An internal modulation and pulse generator supplies the required modulation signals. Special options are not required.

High performance at an attractive price

Due to its low SSB phase noise, low wideband noise and excellent nonharmonic suppression, the SMC100A is suitable for all applications that require spectrally pure signals. This ensures that the performance of the device under test is measured and not that of the test instrument. The frequency stability of the SMC100A can be improved even further with an optional reference oscillator (SMC-B1) that can be plugged into the instrument by the user.

The excellent level accuracy and repeatability of the SMC100A (level uncertainty <0.9 dB) provides users with reliable measurement results. In manufacturing for instance, this leads to high and consistent production yields. Fast frequency and level setting permits the user to accelerate test sequences and in the end save time and money.