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TFG3600 Series

Radio frequency signal generator

 

Overview

Adopting DDS and PLL technique, with FPGA and SOPC system, TFG3600 Series synthesized signal generator can measure max 1.5GHz frequency, frequency accuracy up to 1ppm. It is indeed a strong assistant in the areas of education, laboratory, telecommunication and metrology.

 

Applications of RF Signal Generators

RF signal generators find applications in various industries and fields, including:

 

Electronics Testing: Testing and characterizing electronic components, such as amplifiers, filters, and mixers.

 

Telecommunications: Verifying the performance of communication systems, including mobile networks and wireless devices.

 

Research and Development: Prototyping and testing RF circuits, conducting experiments, and exploring new designs.

 

Aerospace and Defense: Evaluating the performance of radar, satellite communication systems, and electronic warfare equipment.

 

The Technology Behind RF Signal Generators

To understand the technology behind RF signal generators, we need to explore the techniques and components that enable their precise signal generation.

 

Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS)

 

DDS is a key technique used in RF signal generators to produce precise waveforms digitally. It involves generating a digital representation of the waveform and converting it to an analog signal using a high-speed digital-to-analog converter (DAC).

 

Frequency Synthesizers

 

Frequency synthesizers are crucial components that provide stable and accurate frequency control in RF signal generators. They use phase-locked loops (PLLs) to generate precise frequencies based on the reference clock.

 

 

 

Modulation Techniques

 

RF signal generators employ various modulation techniques, such as amplitude modulation (AM), frequency modulation (FM), and phase modulation (PM), to create modulated signals for testing communication systems.