of Switzerland
Smart Measurement
Solutions
RF & Microwave
Instruments
Signal Generators
Synthesizers
Phase Noise Analyzers
Signal Source Analyzers
2014/2015
www.anapico.com
Introduction
Anapico is an ISO9001:2008 certified technology leader developing
and selling advanced test & measurement instruments for a broad
range of RF & microwave applications.
Established in 2005 in Zürich, Switzerland, Anapico's focus is to deliver
best-in-class performance, differentiate in important features, and
deliver reliable (custom) solutions with premium customer support.
The product ranges comprise
>> Analog RF and microwave signal generators
>> Standard and customized synthesizer modules
>> Phase noise test systems and signal source analyzer
Our Swiss made products aim to provide competitive performance
paired with high product quality and reliability.
RF & Microwave Signal Generators
Anapico’s signal generators deliver benchmark
performance in its class to address your signal
source requirements in the field or on the bench.
Models start from 9 kHz and combine high
output power, exceptional phase noise, and fast
switching.
All models offer full range of modulation capabilities for signal simulations from simple to complex,
including ultra fast frequency chirps or narrow
pulse train modulation.
Low Phase Noise
With a SSB phase noise performance down to
-140 dBc/Hz at 20 kHz offset from a carrier of
1 GHz, Anapico's signal generators are able to
measure receiver selectivity beyond 80 dB or
can act as an ultra-low phase noise ADC clock
source.
Fast Frequency and Level Settling
Times
These are critical parameters to ensure maximum
throughput in production applications. With
frequency and level settling times of below
0.5 ms in conventional frequency selection mode,
or 0.2 ms in list mode, the instruments are ideally
suited for frequency hopping and semiconductor
production test applications.
Phase Coherence and Carrier Phase
Control
The phase of the carrier with respect to reference
frequency standard can be adjusted and allows
multiple sources to be locked in frequency with
controlled phase. Multiple Anapico signal generators can use only a single reference source (no
phase lock needed) to achieve highly phase
coherent multiple outputs.
High Output Power
Models with RF calibrated output up to +27 dBm
can be set to a resolution of 0.01 dB. The dynamic
range of all models can be extended with optional step attenuators down to -130 dBm.
Additional Features
>> a wide dynamic range level control guarantees
a stable phase versus output power
>> no positive RF level transients generated as a
result of changing between any frequency or
level
>> excellent linearity and monotonicity even over
fine RF level steps
>> repeatability ensures the same RF level is
produced every time
Flexible Modulation Capabilities
With up to three independent internal modulation sources and multiple external modulation
inputs, a wide selection of modulation modes is
catered for.
An internal pulse modulator with internal pulse
generator allows the generation of fast rise time
RF signals with on/off ratios that meet the most
demanding tests on radar RF and IF stages and
EMC/ECCM test applications.
Sweep / Trigger / Chirp
The comprehensive sweep mode provides a digital
sweep of carrier frequency and RF level in discrete
steps. It is possible to set the start, stop, number
of steps (or step size) and step time, up to a
maximum of 65536 steps. A sweep can be externally triggered via a rear panel BNC connector for
for start, stop, and step.
Selectable Enclosure
Choose your instrument form factor tailored to
your application from
>> a compact, light weight and truly portable
(internal battery powered), particularly attractive for wireless/wired service installation, field
testing or remote on-site maintenance applications
>> a standardized 1U slim rack-mount unit, for
ATE, space limited and performance capable
for high throughput testing
>> or a convenient desktop instrument with
newest touch-display control, for easy and
quick access in your labs
In the portable version, internal rechargeable
batteries allow for power-supply independent
operation, making the APSINs truly portable and
versatile instruments.
Remote Operation
Non-Volatile Memory
Hundreds of full instrument setting stores may be
configured. Each store may be independently
named allowing quick search of required memory.
Low Cost of Ownership
All instrument come with a standard 2-year
warranty and recommended 2-year calibration
periodicity. Options to extend the warranty to
three or five years are available.
All models feature USB, GPIB and LAN VXI-11
interfaces with standardized SCPI command
language and application programming library.
Programming examples for many wide-spread
testing software are provided.
Remote desktop GUI is also supported allowing
off-site remote control.
MODELS
R F
S E R I E S
APSIN2010HC, APSIN4010HC,
APSIN6010HC - variety
The APSINX010 model series comprises Anapico‘s RF
signal generators up to 2, 4, or 6 GHz, respectively.
The quiet, very stable sources provide very good
phase noise, fast switching speeds, high output
power, and exceptional analog modulation and
sweeping capabilities. Besides all standard analog
modulation, programmable pulse trains, (pulsed)
chirps, and an optional full set of avionics modulations (VOR/ILS/MODE-S) are available. An optional
module makes these light-weight (only 2.5 kgs)
instruments fully battery powered.
RF & Microwave Signal Generators
MODELS
M I C R O W A V E
S E R I E S
APSIN12G / APSIN20G flexibility
With a comprehensive range of features and
options, the APSINxxG meet the needs for a
general-purpose microwave signal generator
while offering the high performance required of
demanding, critical receiver measurements or
rapid manufacturing. State-of-the-art performance with low phase noise, fast switching speed,
and wide dynamic range without any compromise
in signal purity makes it an ideal choice for
applications in both, R&D and manufacturing.
Complementary standard high time base stability,
wideband frequency modulation (FM), high-speed
pulse and fast frequency chirping makes the
APSINxxG a fully configured and versatile microwave source.
APSIN20HP - high output
power
An extended high power version of the APSIN20G
provides up to +24 dBm output power. This
model is the right choice for demanding applications such as radar system development, satellite
communications evaluation. It provides extra
output power needed to overcome cable losses or
drive high-level mixers.
APSIN26TP - lowest phase noise –
highest power
The APSIN26TP combines highest frequencies up
to 26.5 GHz with a high output power up to +27
dBm and outstanding phase noise performance.
This model is the right choice for most demanding
applications in radar system development, satellite communications evaluation, or when a very
low noise local oscillator or reference signal is
needed.
A large colored touch-screen LCD enables all
relevant set-up information to be displayed on
one screen with reconfigurable soft menu buttons. It is quick to learn, easy to use, clear, with
large characters and a wide viewing angle.
RF & Microwave Signal Generators
Model Matrix Comparison
Model
Typical performance plots
APSIN6010
APSIN20G
APSIN20HP
APSIN26TP
9 kHz - 6.1 GHz
100 kHz - 20.5 GHz
100 kHz - 20 GHz
100 kHz – 26.5 GHz
0.001 Hz
0.001 Hz
0.001 Hz
0.01 Hz
0.5 ms
0.5 ms
0.5 ms
0.2 ms
Power range
-30 to +18 dBm
-30 to +15 dBm
-20 to +23 dBm
-15 to +27 dBm
Options PE3
-100 to +15 dBm
-100 to +13dBm
-90 to +20 dBm
-90 to +25 dBm
Resolution
0.01 dB
0.01 dB
0.01 dB
0.01 dB
-128 dBc/Hz
-128 dBc/Hz
-128 dBc/Hz
-139 dBc/Hz
< 0.1 ppm
< 0.1 ppm
< 0.1 ppm
< 0.1 ppm
Portable / 1U / 3U
Portable / 1U / 3U
Portable / 1U / 3U
3U
Internal Battery
Internal Battery
Internal Battery
-
Weight, size
2.5 kg
2.5 kg
2.5 kg
6 kgs
Power consump.
< 15 W
< 15 W
< 20 W
< 30 W
Frequency Range
Resolution
Switching Speed
Phase Noise 1 + 20 kHz
OCXO
Available models
Extras
Options
Phase Noise Performance
>> PE3: Extended power range using step attenuator module
>> B3: Internal rechargeable battery module
>> GPIB: IEEE-488.2,1987 programming interface
>> TB: Improved internal reference stability (±30 ppb over temperature)
>> RM: 19’’ rackmount enclosure: good for one or two adjacent APSIN
>> Bag: Compact carrying bag
Power Level Accuracy
20 ns Pulse Modulation
Phase Continuous Switching
Signal Source Modules
Signal Source Analyzers
Anapico offers a variety of customized synthesizer
modules and subsystems for system integration or
OEM for fast turn-around times and fastest
time-to-market.
The APPH Signal Source Analyzers are self-contained instruments for different modes of noise,
spectrum and transient analysis.
Flexible configurations and a selection of models
provide highly cost-effective solutions for demanding measurements.
Enabling both residual and absolute noise
measurements from 5 MHz and up to 26 GHz, the
APPH units are flexibly configurable instruments
that use either internal or external references
with a two-channel cross-correlation engine for
maximum dynamic range, thereby simplifying user
interface and control to just a single click
measurement. Operation requires minimal training and installation can be done within minutes.
Application include RF and microwave oscillators,
dielectric resonator, crystal or SAW oscillators ,
system references clocks, timing modules, phaselocked loops, transmitters, or high-speed data
convertor clocks. Additionally, additive (two-port)
phase noise tests of amplifier and other active and
passive devices can be tested.
APSYN Wideband Microwave
Synthesizers
The APSYN wideband synthesizer module series
comprises different models up to 30 GHz.
As an example, the APSYN420C is a fast-switching,
low phase-noise synthesizer operating from 320
MHz up to 20 GHz. The module with a milli-Hz
frequency resolution uses a high-stability OCXO
internal reference and can be cascaded to provide
multiple highly phase-synchronous outputs. The
internal reference can be phase-locked to an
external reference (1 to 250 MHz). The module has
USB and LAN interfaces and can be controlled using
SCPI 1999 command set. Operated with an external
6V DC supply, it consumes less than ten watts.
The APPH are configured to cope with the large
variety of devices under test. From ultra-low
phase noise crystal oscillators, low noise phase
locked loops, dielectric resonator oscillators, or
oscillators to drifting voltage can be characterized.
MODELS
P H A S E
Powerful processing hardware and firmware
achieves fastest measurement speeds for automated testing (ATE) and a broad range of post-processing features and seamless implementation
into existing test environments.
A Java based graphical user interface (GUI) allows
easy access to all the measurement capabilities.
N O I S E
A N A L Y Z E R S
APPH6000-IS400
Output Power Level
APSYN420C Key Specifications:
>> 0.32 to 20 GHz in 0.001 Hz resolution
>> +17 dBm output power
>> Chirps, Pulse, Sweeping Capability
>> Very compact size:
only 60 mm H x 106 mm W x 220 mm L
>> Weight: 1 kgs total
The APPH6000-IS400 is ideally suited for applications starting as low as 5 and up to 400 MHz,
covering the full range of the most commonly
used frequency references and offers an ideal
solution where accurate and low noise measurement are required. The ultra-compact instrument
covers a 1 Hz to 1 MHz offset range and can be
battery powered.
>> 5 to 400 MHz
>> 1 Hz to 1 MHz offset
>> -175 dBc / Hz noise floor
>> internal and external references
>> ultra-compact and portable
Signal Source Analyzers
MODELS
S I G N A L
S O U R C E
A N A L Y Z E R S
APPH6040
The APPH6040 makes reliable phase-noise
measurements from 5 MHz up to 7 GHz and offers
a wide bandwidth FFT analyzer from 0.01 Hz up to
50 MHz. Additional analysis capability includes
transient measurement, quasi-real time spectrum
monitoring, or amplitude noise measurements.
The instrument uses a built-in frequency counter
and power detector, and supports demanding
measurement modes like two-port additive phase
noise or femto-second clock jitter characterization.
Model Comparison Matrix
Model
APPH6000-IS400
APPH6040
APPH20G-B
Freq. range
5 MHz to 400 MHz
5 MHz to 7.0 GHz
5 MHz to 26.0 GHz
1 Hz to 1 MHz
0.1 Hz to 50 MHz
0.1 Hz to 50 MHz
standard / option LN
standard / option LN
Offset range
Sensitivity (100 MHz,
internal references, after
20 sec measurement time)
@ 1 Hz
-70 dBc/Hz
-72 / -90 dBc/Hz
-72 / -90 dBc/Hz
@ 10 Hz
-100 dBc/Hz
-100 / -120 dBc/Hz
-100 / -120 dBc/Hz
@ 1 kHz
-150 dBc/Hz
-155 dBc/Hz
-155 dBc/Hz
@ 10 kHz
-160 dBc/Hz
-165 dBc/Hz
-165 dBc/Hz
@ 100 kHz
-170 dBc/Hz
-180 dBc/Hz
-180 dBc/Hz
@ 1 MHz
-170 dBc/Hz
-185 dBc/Hz
-185 dBc/Hz
-185 dBc/Hz
-185 dBc/Hz
6 secs
1.4 secs
1.4 secs
-5 to +20 dBm
-10 to +23 dBm
-15 to +23 dBm
< 100 Hz
<3 dB
<3 dB
<3 dB
> 100 Hz
< 2 dB
< 2 dB
< 2 dB
With Internal References
Y
Y
Y
With External References
Y
Y
Y
APPH20G
Additive Phase Noise
Y
Y
Y
Ampl. Noise Measurement
N
Y
Y
The APPH20G is the frequency extended version
for noise measurement capabilities up to 26 GHz
(starting from 5 MHz). This single box solution
allows quick and accurate characterization of
microwave signal sources without the need for
external downconvertors. Broad measurement
capabilities make this instrument an indispensable
tool for both, R&D and ATE testing.
Spectrum Monitoring
N
Y
Y
VCO Characterization
(Freq. PhN, Pushing,
Tuning
N
Y
Y
Baseband Noise
Measurement
Y
Y
Y
Transient Measurement
N
Y
Y
Y/Y/Y
Y/Y/Y
Y/Y/Y
N
Y
Y
Power Consumption
15 W
20 W
25 W
Instrument Weight
3 kgs
5 kgs
5 kgs
>> 5 to 7000 MHz
>> 0.1 Hz to 50 MHz offset
>> -185 dBc / Hz noise floor
>> internal and external references
>> additive, absolute phase noise
>> transient measurements
>> spectrum and baseband noise analysis
@ 10 MHz
Measurement Speed
(from 10 Hz offset;
per correlation
Input power range
Uncertainty
Absolute Phase Noise
Ethernet / USB / GPIB
High Speed ATE Mode
Signal Source Analyzers
Options
>> SUPPLY - two programmable low noise internal power supplies (settable from 0 to
15V / 0. 5A). The high output current capability
combined with low voltage noise and spurious
makes DUT testing even more user-friendly.
>> LN - ultra low phase noise internal references
for further enhanced phase noise sensitivity at
offsets below 100 Hz.
Graphical User Interface
Applications
Characterization of noise and spurious signals is
one of the of the primary tasks in developing
transmit and receive modules. This is necessary
not only in the development and production of
state-of-the-art communications and broadcast systems, but also in special high-tech
applications such as radar or satellite receivers.
The APPHs can be remotely controlled from
almost any control software via standard Ethernet, USB, or GPIB interface using SCPI command
language.
For convenient laboratory use, the APPH hardware can use a virtual front panel as the visual
interface. Each unit comes with an open license
to operate the Java™ based application GUI on
any standard PC.
The GUI primary panel is the control center of the
phase noise analyzer. The layout is organized in a
logical fashion. Being fully automated, the analyzer will be ready for the user to push the START
button as soon as a DUT is attached. Access to the
various measurement modes via tabs, and submenus allow the user to quickly customize the
hardware settings to best fit the job.
Apart from phase noise, other parameters that
need to be measured when characterizing oscillators include tuning slope, transient response,
power, and spurious emissions. Amplifier noise is
of significant interest as well. All of these
measurements can be carried out with the APPH,
the covering a wide range of frequencies up to
the microwave range in a single box.
18 GHz Phase-Locked DRO
Typical applications include
>> OCXO ultra-low phase noise verification
>> Crystal oscillator phase noise and jitter test
>> PLL synthesizer phase noise and locking behavior
>> Ultra-low clock jitter characterization
>> VCO parameter testing (Phase Noise, Tuning
and Pushing characteristics, output power,
current consumption versus tuning voltage)
>> Speed-optimized automated testing (ATE) in
volume manufacturing
>> Two-port (additive= phase noise characterization of RF amplifier, mixer, prescaler
>> Real-time noise and spectrum monitoring
100 MHz Ultra Low-Noise OCXO
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AnaPico Asia Office & Service Center
ACE Solution Co., Ltd.
Phone: +886-3-5525633
Fax:
+886-6561379
service@acesolution.com.tw
AnaPico Ltd.
Europastrasse 9
8152 Glattbrugg
Switzerland
Phone + 41 44 440 00 51
Fax
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