Anritsu MU183021A 28G/32G bit/s 4ch Plugin Module

The Anritsu MU183021A is a four-channel Pulse Pattern Generator (PPG) plug-in module for the MP1800A Signal Quality Analyzer series. It generates differential high-quality, low-jitter waveforms across a wide bit rate range, enabling multi-lane communication testing, bit error rate analysis, and high-speed interconnect validation.

Technical Specifications

• Operating bit rate: 2.4 to 28.1 Gbit/s (standard); 2.4 to 32.1 Gbit/s with Opt-001


• Data output: Differential


• Variable amplitude: 0.5 to 3.5 Vp-p


• Jitter (typical): 533 fs rms at 1 V eye pattern; 479 fs rms at 2 V eye pattern; 497 fs rms at 500 mV with 12 dB attenuation


• Transition time: 9.36 ps rise, 10.17 ps fall at 1 V; 9.75 ps rise, 9.86 ps fall at 2 V


• Multi-channel configuration: 1, 2, or 4 channels selectable Signal Processing


• 4-tap emphasis signal generator up to 28.1 Gbit/s (with MP1825B)


• Auxiliary differential signal output


• Clock output

Key Features

• Simultaneous multi-channel pattern generation and BER analysis


• Simultaneous multi-channel crosstalk testing capability


• Low-amplitude output support via precision attenuators (e.g., 41KC-6 6 dB)


• Scalable to 8 total channels using two MP1800A units with mixed PPG/ED configurations


• High-speed transition times (sub-10 ps) for accurate waveform fidelity

Typical Applications

• High-speed serial link characterization and validation


• Backplane and optical module development


• Multi-lane signal integrity analysis


• Jitter and waveform quality assessment in transmission channels

Compatibility & Integration Plug-in module compatible with Anritsu Signal Quality Analyzer mainframes including MP1800A and MT1810A. Contact Anritsu for current mainframe compatibility information.