Anritsu MG3696B Synthesized Signal Generator, 2 to 65GHz

The Anritsu MG3696B is a synthesized signal generator delivering high-purity signals from 2 to 65 GHz, extending to 67 GHz operationally. It supports optional low-frequency extension down to 10 MHz, or DC coverage to 0.1 Hz with Option 22. Purpose-built for microwave and millimeter-wave component and system testing, the MG3696B serves R&D, manufacturing, and ATE environments with configurable architecture and exceptional spectral purity.

Technical Specifications

• Base range: 2 to 65 GHz operational to 67 GHz


• Optional extension: 10 MHz to 65 GHz (Options 4 or 5)


• DC extension: 0.1 Hz to 65 GHz (Option 22 with Options 4 or 5)


• Extended range with external multipliers: Up to 325 GHz or beyond


• Frequency resolution: 0.01 Hz standard; 0.02 Hz below 10 MHz (Option 22) Output Power


• Standard: +17 dBm typical at 20 GHz


• Leveled output: -120 dBm to +17 dBm in 0.01 dB steps


• High power options: +25 dBm to 10 GHz, +23 dBm to 20 GHz, +19 dBm to 40 GHz, +13 dBm to 50 GHz, +3 dBm to 65 GHz


• Typical high power levels: +26 dBm at 20 GHz, +21 dBm at 40 GHz, +16 dBm at 50 GHz


• 2 dB power degradation with Option 22 Phase Noise & Spectral Purity


• Ultra-low SSB phase noise option: Typically –110 dBc/Hz at 1 kHz offset, 10 GHz carrier


• Standard phase noise: –94 dBc/Hz at 1 kHz offset


• Excellent harmonics and spurious response across full spectrum Switching Performance


• Frequency switching: Typically 5 ms for 1 GHz; internal pulse generator with swept delay for moving target simulation


• IF up-conversion option for IQ modulation solutions


• Menu-driven front panel interface; remote control via IEEE-488 GPIB with SCPI support


• Modulation and analog sweep unavailable in 0.1 Hz to 10 MHz band with Option 22

Typical Applications Component characterization, system integration testing, receiver sensitivity and dynamic range assessment, frequency response mapping, modulated signal generation for transceiver validation.

Compatibility & Integration Full GPIB remote control with native interface language and SCPI programming. Local front-panel operation via intuitive menu navigation.