Rohde & Schwarz SMV03 Vector Signal Generator 9kHz to 3.3GHz

The Rohde & Schwarz SMV03 is a vector signal generator spanning 9 kHz to 3.3 GHz, delivering complex modulated signals for communications testing, R&D, and service applications. Built on the proven R&S SML03 analog platform, it integrates a broadband I/Q modulator enabling generation of any digital signal format when paired with an external I/Q source. The instrument excels in high data-rate testing such as WLAN standards, with I/Q bandwidth exceeding 50 MHz and interruption-free level adjustment across a 30 dB dynamic range.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency range: 9 kHz to 3.3 GHz (5 MHz to 3.3 GHz with I/Q modulation)


• Frequency resolution: 0.1 Hz


• Output level: +13 dBm maximum; level uncertainty <0.5 dB above –120 dBm


• Frequency and level setting time: <10 ms


• RF bandwidth: 100 MHz for frequencies 500 MHz to 3 GHz Spectral Purity & Noise


• Phase noise (SSB): –128 dBc/Hz (1 GHz, 20 kHz offset, 1 Hz BW)


• Spurious suppression: typically –76 dBc


• Broadband noise: 50 MHz (3 dB)


• Modulation types: AM/FM/ϕM standard; simultaneous AM, FM/ϕM, pulse, and vector modulation capable


• Adjacent channel leakage ratio (WCDMA 3GPP FDD at 2.14 GHz): 62 dB typ. at 5 MHz offset; 66 dB typ. at 10 MHz offset Sweep Functions


• Digital step-by-step sweep modes for RF frequency, LF frequency, and RF level


• Linear and logarithmic sweep options

Key Features

• Electronic attenuator provides interruption-free level setting with ~30 dB dynamic range


• Extended divider range frequency generation mode delivers SSB phase noise performance comparable to high-grade crystal oscillators


• Optional pulse modulator (R&S SML-B3) and stereo/RDS coder (R&S SML-B5) available

Compatibility & Integration

• Compatible with external I/Q sources including R&S AMIQ


• Integrates with R&S WinIQSIM™ simulation software for digital signal generation