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R&S®SMBV100B Vector Signal Generator 8 kHz to 3 GHz

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Vector signal generator


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    • Brand: 罗德与施瓦茨
    • Commodity name: R&S®SMBV100B Vector Signal Generator 8 kHz to 3 GHz
    • Brand: Rohde & Schwarz

    R&S®SMBV100B Vector Signal Generator: A Core Test Platform for 5G Communication and GNSS Navigation

    I. Product Positioning and Core Value

    The R&S®SMBV100B is a high-performance vector signal generator launched by Rohde & Schwarz. High-performance vector signal generator It is specifically designed for the research and development and production of 5G communication, satellite navigation, vehicle networking (C-V2X), and Internet of Things devices. With its ultra-wide frequency coverage from 8kHz to 6GHz and 500MHz RF modulation bandwidth (expandable to 1GHz), it can generate complex signals that comply with standards such as 5G NR, LTE, and Wi-Fi 7, while also supporting ultra-low phase noise of **-134dBc (1GHz@20kHz)** and and **0.2% EVM performance** (20MHz LTE signal), making it a key tool for base station testing, GNSS receiver verification, and automotive electronics research and development.

    II. Core Technological Breakthroughs

    Ultra-wide Frequency and Bandwidth Capability
    • Frequency Range Covers sub-6GHz bands, 5G NR FR1 (7.125GHz), and Wi-Fi 7 (7.125GHz), supporting the generation of multi-band signals for Sub-6GHz communication and GNSS.
    • Modulation Bandwidth Standard 500MHz, expandable to 1GHz, meeting the needs of 5G NR 400MHz carrier aggregation and Wi-Fi 7 320MHz bandwidth.
    • Phase Noise At 1GHz, the typical SSB phase noise is -134dBc@20kHz offset, which is 5-10dB better than similar products, ensuring high accuracy in high-sensitivity receiver testing.
    5G Communication Signal Generation Capability
    • 5G NR Optimization Supports the generation of 400MHz bandwidth signals in the 5G NR FR1 band (7.125GHz), with EVM≤-45dB, meeting the requirements of base station consistency testing.
    • Beamforming Test Built-in multi-channel synchronization function, which can simulate a 64TRx large-scale MIMO array to accelerate 5G base station calibration.
    • Real-time Spectrum Analysis Simultaneously monitors fundamental and harmonic waves to quickly locate non-linear distortion problems.
    GNSS Simulator and Automotive Electronics Applications
    • Multi-constellation Support Supports GPS, BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, and SBAS satellite-based augmentation systems. It can simulate 102 satellite channels, covering L1, L2, and L5 bands.
    • Scenario Simulation Real-time generation of complex scenarios such as dynamic trajectories, signal blockage, and multipath effects to verify the navigation accuracy and anti-interference ability of autonomous driving ADAS systems.
    • Vehicle Networking Test Integrates the C-V2X protocol stack and supports V2V/V2I communication testing via the PC5 interface, complying with the 3GPP TS 38.885 standard.
    Intelligent Operation and Expandability
    • 7-inch Touch Screen Intuitive graphical interface, supporting drag-and-drop parameter settings, and one-click generation of standard signals such as 5G NR and Wi-Fi 7.
    • Arbitrary Waveform Generation 2Gsample ultra-large ARB memory, which can load complex waveforms (such as radar chirp signals), with a sampling rate of up to 1.2Gsample/s.
    • Software-Defined Function Frequency expansion (such as 6GHz option), modulation bandwidth upgrade (1GHz), and UWB (HRP-UWB) mode can be activated via a key.

    III. Typical Application Scenarios

    5G Communication Equipment Testing
    • Base Station PA Linearity Generates in-band distortion signals to evaluate the ACPR and EVM performance of power amplifiers.
    • Terminal RF Consistency Simulates 5G NR FR1 signals to test the sensitivity and anti-interference ability of mobile phones and CPEs.
    • Network Slicing Verification Simultaneously generates multi-band signals to verify the collaborative working ability of the core network and base stations.
    Satellite and Navigation Systems
    • Satellite Communication Simulates uplink/downlink signals in the Ka band (20-40GHz) to test the bit error rate of satellite modems.
    • Automotive Radar Generates 77GHz FMCW signals to support target identification and ranging accuracy testing of ADAS systems.
    • Weather Radar Outputs high-stability chirp signals to improve the resolution and reliability of weather monitoring.
    Vehicle Networking and Autonomous Driving
    • C-V2X Scenario Simulation Generates V2V/V2I signals via the PC5 interface to verify the communication delay and reliability of vehicle networking devices.
    • GNSS Receiver Testing Simulates complex environments such as multipath and signal blockage to test the positioning accuracy of in-vehicle navigation systems.
    • Autonomous Driving Algorithm Verification Combined with the AVL DRIVINGCUBE™ toolchain, it reproduces real road conditions in a laboratory environment to accelerate algorithm iteration.

    IV. Technical Parameter Comparison

    Parameters R&S®SMBV100B Similar competitors
    Frequency Range 8kHz to 6GHz 10MHz to 6GHz
    Modulation Bandwidth 500MHz (expandable to 1GHz) 500MHz
    Phase noise (1GHz) -134dBc@20kHz -128dBc@20kHz
    EVM (20MHz LTE) 0.2% 0.5%
    Output power +34dBm (1GHz) +30dBm
    ARB memory 2Gsample1Gsample
    Number of GNSS channels 102 60

    V. User Value and Industry Recognition

    • Improved R&D efficiency :After a certain 5G chip manufacturer adopted SMBV100B, the PA linearity test cycle was shortened by 40%, and the verification efficiency was increased by 3 times.
    • Reduced production costs :With built-in calibration tools and quick switching functions, a certain filter production line saved more than 500,000 yuan in annual calibration costs.
    • Industry certification :Supports standards such as 3GPP TS 38.141 and IEEE 802.11be, and has passed 5G base station consistency testing certification from China Mobile, Huawei, and other companies.
  • I. Core Hardware Options

    1.  Frequency Range Extension

    Option Model Frequency Range Description
    SMBVB-B103 8 kHz~3 GHz Basic Frequency Range (Standard)
    SMBVB-B106 8 kHz~6 GHz Extended to 6 GHz (covering 5G NR Sub-6 GHz and Wi-Fi 6E bands)

    2.  Output Power Enhancement

    Option Model Power Range Description
    SMBVB-K31 +33 dBm (1 GHz) High Power Output (typical value +34 dBm@1 GHz)
    SMBVB-B32 +34 dBm (1 GHz) Ultra-high Power Output (covering RF component testing needs)

    3.  Signal Quality Optimization

    Option Model Function Description
    SMBVB-B1H OCXO Reference Oscillator High-stability clock source (phase noise <−134 dBc@1 GHz/20 kHz)
    SMBVB-K704 Flexible Reference Input Supports 1 MHz~100 MHz external clock synchronization

    4.  Baseband and Modulation Expansion

    Option Model Function Description
    SMBVB-K523 240 MHz RF Bandwidth Supports LTE Advanced (100 MHz) and WLAN 802.11ac (80 MHz)
    SMBVB-K524 500 MHz RF Bandwidth Supports 5G NR (100 MHz) and Wi-Fi 6E (320 MHz)
    SMBVB-K525 1 GHz RF Bandwidth Future ultra-wideband applications (such as 6G pre-research)

    II. Software Function Options

    1.  Communication Standard Support

    Option Model Standard Version and Function Description
    SMBVB-K54 WLAN 802.11a/b/g/n Supports MIMO and OFDM modulation
    SMBVB-K86 WLAN 802.11ac Supports 256-QAM and 160 MHz bandwidth
    SMBVB-K142 WLAN 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 (OFDMA and MU-MIMO)
    SMBVB-K147 WLAN 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 (320 MHz and MLO)
    SMBVB-K119 5G NR FR1 Supports Sub-6 GHz band (3GPP Rel.16)
    SMBVB-K149 HRP UWB High-resolution pulse ultra-wideband testing (802.15.4z)

    2.  Modulation and Waveform Generation

    Option Model Function Description
    SMBVB-K22 Pulse Modulator Supports pulse width/period/duty cycle adjustment
    SMBVB-K720 Analog Modulation AM/FM/φM (suitable for avionics testing)
    SMBVB-K511 ARB Memory Expansion Arbitrary waveform storage depth increased to 256 Msample
    SMBVB-K512 ARB Memory Expansion Increased to 1 Gsample (supports long sequence testing)

    3.  Special Application Support

    Option Model Function Description
    SMBVB-K111 GBAS Ground-based augmentation system (air navigation)
    SMBVB-K151 ILS Instrument landing system (airport navigation)
    SMBVB-K152 VOR Very high frequency omnidirectional range (air navigation)
    SMBVB-K153 DME Distance measuring equipment (air navigation)

    III. Accessories and Extensions

    1.  External Device Interfaces

    Option Model Interface Type Description
    SMBVB-B81 Rear Connector Kit Extended I/O interfaces (such as GPIB, LAN)
    SMBVB-Z405 External Step Attenuator DC to 40 GHz (2.92 mm interface)
    SMBVB-Z675 External Step Attenuator DC to 67 GHz (1.85 mm interface)

    2.  Calibration and Maintenance

    Option Model Function Description
    SMBVB-B1H OCXO Calibration Service High-stability clock source calibration (1 year cycle)
    SMBVB-K703 100 MHz Reference Input/Output Supports external clock synchronization (accuracy ±0.1 ppm)

    3.  Mechanical and Installation

    Option Model Function Description
    SMBVB-B80 Large Capacity Storage Plug-in flash card (supports waveform storage)
    SMBVB-B81 Rear Connector Kit Extended I/O interfaces (such as GPIB, LAN)

    IV. Special Configuration Packages

    Option Model Function Combination Applicable Scenarios
    SMBVB-C100 Production Test Kit Includes fast frequency hopping, list mode and automated interface
    SMBVB-C200 Millimeter Wave Development Kit Includes 6 GHz module, calibration parts and dedicated fixture

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