R&S®FSWP26 Phase Noise Analyzer and VCO Tester: High-end analysis of signal sources and components from 1 MHz to 26.5 GHz
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- Brand: 罗德与施瓦茨
- Commodity name: R&S®FSWP26 Phase Noise Analyzer and VCO Tester: High-end analysis of signal sources and components from 1 MHz to 26.5 GHz
- Brand: Rohde & Schwarz
Rohde & Schwarz FSWP Phase Noise Analyzer: A Versatile Tool for High-Performance Signal Quality Analysis
I. Product Positioning and Core Functions
- Ultra-wide Frequency Coverage The basic model FSWP26 supports 1 MHz to 26.5 GHz The extended model FSWP50 reaches 50 GHz In combination with an external harmonic mixer, it can cover 500 GHz Meeting the R&D needs of 5G millimeter wave (28 GHz/39 GHz), automotive radar (77 GHz/79 GHz), and terahertz bands (above 100 GHz).
- Ultra-high Sensitivity Measurement Using real-time cross-correlation technology and an ultra-low noise internal source, the typical phase noise value at 1 GHz carrier @ 10 kHz offset is -172 dBc/Hz This is a 10-20 dB improvement over traditional methods, allowing for precise characterization of the phase stability of low-noise oscillators (such as OCXO, DRO).
- Integrated Testing Capabilities Built-in ultra-low noise DC source (3 independent outputs), supporting automatic VCO characteristic testing (frequency/power/current changes with voltage), and simultaneous measurement of amplitude noise (AM Noise), simplifying the testing process.
II. Technical Parameters and Performance Advantages
- Cross-correlation Technology Through dual-channel independent down-conversion and a hardware cross-correlation engine, the phase noise sensitivity at 26.5 GHz is improved by more than 10 dB compared to competitors. For example, at a 10 GHz carrier @ 10 kHz offset, -153 dBc/Hz which is superior to the Keysight E5052B's -148 dBc/Hz 。
- Real-time Spectrum Monitoring Captures the signal spectrum in real-time within an 800 MHz sweep range, supporting burst interference detection (such as non-linear distortion of radar chirp signals).
- Dynamic Noise Figure Measurement By changing the excitation power, the FSWP can evaluate the noise performance of the amplifier under actual operating conditions. For example, with 10 dBm excitation, the noise figure of a certain amplifier deteriorates from 1.55 dB to 29.55 dB, verifying large-signal stability.
III. Typical Application Scenarios
- Millimeter-wave PA Verification Measures the phase noise and EVM (error vector magnitude) of 28 GHz/39 GHz 5G NR signals to verify the linearity of base station power amplifiers, supporting the 3GPP TS 38.141 standard.
- 6G Terahertz R&D Expands to 110 GHz through the 11970 series harmonic mixer to analyze the phase noise and modulation accuracy of terahertz band signals, assisting in the preliminary research of 6G ultra-high-speed communication systems.
- 77 GHz FMCW Signal Analysis Measures the linearity and phase noise of automotive radar to ensure the target recognition accuracy of ADAS systems and meet the ISO 26262 functional safety requirements.
- Terahertz Non-destructive Testing In combination with a terahertz mixer, it analyzes the defects of polyethylene pipe hot melt joints to improve the efficiency and accuracy of industrial detection.
- Ka-band Signal Verification Tests the phase noise and frequency stability of satellite communication equipment to ensure the reliability of the satellite-ground link and support high-throughput satellite (HTS) services.
- Radar Anti-Jamming Optimization Real-time monitoring of the spectral purity of radar signals, suppressing the impact of stray signals on the navigation system, and improving the anti-jamming capability of military radar.
IV. Comparison with Similar Products
- Integrated Design The FSWP integrates phase noise analysis and spectrum analysis functions, reducing system setup costs, especially suitable for R&D scenarios.
- Dynamic Noise Figure Measurement Supports large signal noise figure evaluation, while Keysight E5052B requires additional noise source configuration.
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VI. Notes
- Compatibility Some options require specific hardware versions (e.g., FSWP-B1 requires FSWP firmware V3.0 and above).
- Regional Restrictions Some high-frequency options (such as RPG FS-Zxx) may be subject to export controls and require prior confirmation.
- Combination Recommendations :
- Basic Configuration FSWP50 + FSWP-B1 + FSWP-K70
- High-Precision Testing FSWP50 + FSWP-B61 + RPG FS-Zxx
- Production Line Application FSWP26 + FSWP-K6 + FSWP-VSE
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