PC-controlled RF source for benchtop or modular use covers 8 GHz range

The PicoSource AS108 Agile Synthesizer is a PC-based signal generator with a 300 kHz to 8 GHz frequency output range. It is designed with fast settling time and extensive programmable phase, frequency, and amplitude capabilities. The AS108 offers professional performance qualities in static as well as parameter-varying applications. Its speed, external clock referencing, trigger capabilities, and user-programmable power-up mode make it suitable for system integration in automated test, unmanned installations and multi-signal stimulus applications.

The AS108 is a full-function USB-controlled vector modulating (IQ) signal synthesizer. It is supplied with a comprehensive PC-based user interface for controlling amplitude, frequency and phase, including modulations, sweeps, hopping, and list modes. Multiple synthesizers can be controlled from a single controller. Remote operation is also possible using the API provided.

Specification highlights:
300 kHz to 8 GHz output range
-15 dBm to +15 dBm dynamic range
Fast 55 μsec frequency settling time to 10 ppm
Fast amplitude settling: < 25 μsec to 1 dB and < 200 μsec to 0.1 dB
Sweep, hop, and list frequency output (level /phase)
−100 dBc/Hz phase noise typical at 1 GHz and 10 kHz offset
Frequency, phase, and amplitude modulation, internal sine or external input
Configurable stand-alone operation mode
Sweep lists emulate QPSK, QAM, ASK, FSK
Suited to bench, field, and system integration
USB-controlled from Windows PC or tablet
Powered from 12 to 15 V

The PicoSource AS108 can be useful for developers, scientists, educators, students, and service and installation technicians in both benchtop and integrated module applications.

Made by Pico Technology, Europe’s award-winning test and measurement manufacturer, the PicoSource AS108 Agile Synthesizer is available now at $5,875 from Saelig Company, Inc. their USA technical distributor. For detailed specifications, free technical assistance, or additional information, contact Saelig 888-7SAELIG, via email: info@saelig.com, or www.saelig.com/product/as108.htm