Anritsu MG3692A Synthesized Signal Generator, 10MHz to 20GHz

The Anritsu MG3692A is a synthesized signal generator delivering precise RF and microwave signal generation from 10 MHz to 20 GHz. Built for demanding test environments, it combines broad frequency coverage with fine-resolution control, multiple modulation modes, and exceptional phase noise performance. Engineers rely on it for component characterization, system validation, and production testing across commercial and defense applications.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz (base model); extendable to 0.1 Hz or 2 GHz lower with options


• Frequency resolution: 0.01 Hz standard; 0.1 Hz with Option 11


• Step sweep: 1 to 10,000 steps with selectable step size (0.01 Hz to full range) and dwell time (1 ms to 99 seconds)


• List sweep mode: Up to 4 tables, 2000 non-sequential frequency/power sets per table


• Digital and analog ramp sweep, fixed-rate sweep (20 ms to 99 seconds), and alternate sweep capability


• External multipliers supported (Option 18 mmW bias required) extend coverage to 110 GHz Output Power


• Maximum output: +13 dBm at 20 GHz (standard); +17 dBm optional


• High Power Option 15: –5 dBm typical without attenuator; –10 dBm typical with attenuator


• Electronic attenuator leveling: –140 dBm minimum; –105 dBm with Option 15


• Attenuator options: 110 dB mechanical or 120 dB electronic


• Output power accuracy: 0.01 dB steps at leveled output to –120 dBm Phase Noise & Spectral Purity


• SSB phase noise: Typically 5 MHz from carrier


• Ultra-low phase noise option available for >2 GHz


• Residual FM: <–30 dBc (0.1 Hz–10 MHz, Option 22); <–40 dBc (10–100 MHz, Option 4); <–50 dBc (100 MHz–20 GHz, Option 4) Modulation


• AM, FM, phase modulation, and pulse modulation


• Internal or external modulation source

Key Features

• Frequency resolution to 0.01 Hz enables precise carrier placement and fine sweep control


• Wide attenuation options (120 dB electronic) support low-level signal validation


• List sweep and step sweep modes streamline automated test sequences


• Optional multiplier support extends microwave coverage beyond standard 20 GHz limit

Typical Applications

• Component and subsystem RF characterization


• Receiver sensitivity and selectivity measurements


• Transmitter linearity and spectral compliance testing


• Phase noise and jitter evaluation

Compatibility & Integration Option 18 (mmW bias) enables external multiplier operation for millimeter-wave applications. Option 4 and Option 22 optimize residual FM performance across specific frequency bands. Extended frequency coverage down to 0.1 Hz available via optional DDS module.