Keysight M8198A Arbitrary Waveform Generator, 128 GSa/s, 2 GSa Memory
Key Features and Functions
The M8198A arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) features 2 channels at 128 GSa/s with up to 58 GHz nominal analog bandwidth.
- Up to 2 differential channels per module
- Continuous sample rate range: 100 to 128 GSa/s
- 58 GHz analog bandwidth
- 8 GSa memory per channel
- Up to 1.66 Vpp differential output voltage
- > 5 ENOB across the entire band
- Intrinsic jitter: < 75 fs RMS
- Transition time (20% / 80%) as low as 7 ps
- Channel-to-channel skew adjustment with 25 fs resolution
- < 140 dBc wideband phase noise > 1 MHz
- One differential Sample Marker per channel
- Built-in frequency and phase response calibration for clean output signals
Key benefits of the new arbitrary waveform generator
- Integrated, ready-to-use instrument
- Up to 2 differential channels per module at 128 GSa/s with analog bandwidth of 58 GHz
- Up to 8 GSa memory per channel allowing generation of longer data streams.
- One differential sample marker per channel programmable up to 8 GHz
- Works with the M8008A clock module, with the possibility of direct clocking from an external source (i.e., 12.5…16 GHz as input to the M8008A), and providing additional auxiliary outputs such as a reference clock output at ¼ of Clock In of M8198A (i.e., 12.5…16 GHz)
- Operates with well-known software, including MATLAB, Keysight IQtools, PathWave Signal Generation (PWSG)
- Advanced Waveform Utility (AWU) and SCPI programming interfaced based on M8070B
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The M8198A is the industry’s first deep memory, wide bandwidth, high sample rate AWG. The M8198A is a flexible arbitrary waveform generator that offers a unique combination of high-sample rate, high-bandwidth, deep memory, and advanced functionalities. Whether performing breakthrough 6G research, testing the discrete components of an optical system, addressing deep memory or wide bandwidth application in aerospace/defense, or experimenting with high-speed transmission, you need precision and flexibility to deliver your next generation technology needs. Keysight’s M8198A AWG accelerates your innovation with more accurate and realistic signals in one AWG.
The M8198A is the industry’s first deep memory, wide bandwidth, high sample rate AWG. The M8198A is a flexible arbitrary waveform generator that offers a unique combination of high-sample rate, high-bandwidth, deep memory, and advanced functionalities. Whether performing breakthrough 6G research, testing the discrete components of an optical system, addressing deep memory or wide bandwidth application in aerospace/defense, or experimenting with high-speed transmission, you need precision and flexibility to deliver your next generation technology needs. Keysight’s M8198A AWG accelerates your innovation with more accurate and realistic signals in one AWG.