RF Signal Generation Solutions

RF signal generation capabilities include 3 classes of instrumentation with different application specialties. Primarily, these include analog RF generators, Vector RF generators, and arbitrary generators.

Learn all about SIGLENT’s portfolio in terms of key specifications, use cases, and limitations in these RF signal generation applications here:

Vector Modulation - Working with IQ signals

IQ modulation is the backbone of many communication protocols. From QAM to QPSK or Wi-Fi to 5G NR, IQ modulation at high clock rates is a critical tool for signal emulation, throughput analysis, and interference testing. 

Learn about the options, limits, and theory of IQ modulation as well as the expected resulting error vector magnitude for known signal types in our application guide:

SigIQPro Signal Generation Software

SigIQPro software suite is a free software utility for creating and downloading complex modulation schemes to a number of waveform generators.

Load waves directly to SDG7000A, SSG5000X-V, or SSG6082A-V generators to use directly.

The first 30 files of any type are free to load. After that, serial number licensing is available to purchase for complete access.

Signal Types include:

  • Bluetooth BR/EDR/LE
  • IEEE 802.15.4 O-QPSK BPSK (ZigBee)
  • IEEE 802.15.4 SUN FSK/OFDM
  • ITU-T G.9959 (Z-WAVE)
  • 5G NR Release 17
  • LTE FDD/TDD Release 17
  • GSM/EDGE
  • WCDMA/HSPA+
  • 802.11 b/g/a/n/ac/ax/be
  • Custom OFDM

Understanding Key RF Signal Source Specifications

Key specifications for RF signal generators include power output and phase noise. Advanced accuracy can be attained with features like power meter control and S2P file compensation. Learn more at our support center:

Analog and Digital Modulations Capabilities

Analog and digital modulation for RF signals includes amplitude, frequency, phase, and pulse modulation. Many of these can be used together to create complex waveforms for interference or emissions testing as well as emulation of similar signals.

Learn about the standard modulation capabilities and built in arbitrary modulation signals for SIGLENT generators in these articles:

Multi-Tone and Multi-Carrier Configurations

High performance RF generators also have the ability to create multiple tones or carrier signals across their signal bandwidth. This is often limited by memory and clock speed, but higher performing instruments can be used to create a set of interference signals across the operating band of a transceiver for real world debugging and verification. Learn more in these help articles:

Complete RF Signal Generation Guide

Download the complete signal generator guide to learn how to configure and emulate RF signals using modulation, custom software, and additional options and capabilities. This includes sections on:

  • Power Output
  • Phase Noise
  • SSG5000A series power profiles explained
  • Power Meter Control
  • Signal Compensation using S2P files
  • Analog Modulation Settings and Limits
  • Digital Modulation Settings and Limits
  • Vector Signal Generation Methodologies
  • Vector Modulation Settings and Limits
  • Preloaded Arbitrary Signals
  • Multi-tone Signal Generation
  • Multi-Carrier Signal Generation
  • SigIQPro Signal Generation Software
  • IQ Modulation Programming Examples

Programming and Automation Examples

SIGLENT RF signal generators are designed for use from R&D all the way through production test. These instruments communicate over USB and ethernet to control the output and load data files using SCPI and VISA. There are some tips to speeding the process of automating different signal execution for a high speed test environment. Learn more from these articles and manuals.

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