Signal generator LSX2091P

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Overview
The Lucid-X is a small-footprint modular microwave signal generator available in multiple form factors (Desktop, PXIe module, Benchtop, Rackmount and Portable). Designed to provide low phase noise with frequency coverage up to 40 GHz, the LSX family targets demanding RF and microwave applications requiring excellent spectral purity, fast switching and versatile modulation capabilities.

Key Highlights

• Small footprint, modular microwave signal generator family (Lucid-X)
• Portable form factor available (LSX2091P is the 20 GHz single-channel portable MW signal generator)
• Frequency coverage up to 40 GHz (platform capability); LSX2091P specified as 20 GHz single channel
• Fast switching: ultra-fast switching option down to 10 µs; fast-switching option 100 µs
• Coherent frequency switching for phase-coherent applications
• Analog and pulse modulation: AM, FM, PM, Sweep and Pulse Modulation built-in
• Interfaces: LAN, USB and SPI integrated
• Low phase-noise architecture for LO and clocking applications

Feature Details

• Signal integrity and purity: phase noise examples at 10 kHz offset: -148 dBc/Hz @100 MHz, -133 dBc/Hz @1 GHz, -114 dBc/Hz @10 GHz; harmonics typically -50 dBc; non-harmonics typically -90 dBc
• Analog modulation: FM up to 10 MHz maximum deviation and rates up to 1 MHz; AM linear depth up to 90% with rates to 100 kHz; PM peak deviation up to 360°
• Pulse modulation: high on/off ratio (typically 70 dB) and very fast rise/fall times (<15 ns)
• Fast frequency switching: 10 µs capability (ultra-fast switching option) for frequency hopping and fast automated test sequences; 100 µs fast-switch option also available
• Control & programming: industry-standard SCPI/VISA remote control; integrates with Python, MATLAB, C#/C++, LabVIEW; includes a virtual front panel GUI for local or networked control

Relevant Documents / Downloads (listed on product page)
Data Sheet (product data sheet referenced on page)
Lucid-X Portable User Manual
Lucid Control Panel (software) and Programming Manual
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Ordering Information (excerpt)
Model: LSX2091P — 20GHz Single Channel Portable Microwave Signal Generator

Options table (option code — description — applicable models):
MOD — Modulation package (AM, FM, PM) — X/R/B/D/P
LP — Low power option -70 dBm — D/P (included for B/R/X per table)
ELP1 — 1 channel, extended low power range (not available for 4 channels) — B/R
ELP2 — 2 channels, extended low power range (not available for 4 channels) — B/R
EPR1 — 1 channel, extended power range -130 dBm to +27 dBm (not available for 4 channels) — B/R
EPR2 — 2 channel, extended power range -130 dBm to +27 dBm (not available for 4 channels) — B/R
PLS — Pulse modulation — X/R/B/D/P
PAT — Pattern modulation — X/R/B/D/P
FS — Fast switching 100 µs — X/R/B/D
UFS — Ultra-fast switching 10 µs — B/R
BAT — 4-cell, replaceable extra battery 39 Wh — P
BAT2 — 4-cell, replaceable extra battery 98 Wh — P
CHA — External charger — P
LAN — USB Ethernet adapter — P
W-RACK — Rack-mount kit — B/R
WE — 1-year warranty extension (standard warranty 3 years) — X/R/B/D/P

Applications & Typical Use Cases

• Local oscillator (STALO) for radar systems and stable LO applications
• Radar test and simulation, electronic warfare (EW) scenarios and frequency-hopping threat simulation
• Communications: analog modulation and signaling, FM/AM/PM simulation and testing
• Quantum and multi-channel coherent-test applications (when used with multi-channel Lucid variants or Proteus systems)
• Field/portable RF measurements and verification using the portable form factor

Notes
Product is part of the Lucid-X family (Lucid series). Multiple form factors and channel counts are offered across the family for desktop, benchtop, rack and PXIe integration.

caractéristiques / spécifications techniques

• Commercial designation (model): LSX2091P
• Form factor: Portable (Lucid portable platform)
• Channels: Single channel
• Frequency: model family up to 40 GHz (LSX2091P = 20 GHz single channel portable)
• Phase noise (examples): -148 dBc/Hz @100 MHz (10 kHz offset); -133 dBc/Hz @1 GHz (10 kHz offset); -114 dBc/Hz @10 GHz (10 kHz offset)
• Harmonics: typically -50 dBc; Non-harmonics: typically -90 dBc
• Frequency switching: ultra-fast option 10 µs; fast option 100 µs
• Analog modulation: AM, FM (dev up to 10 MHz, rates up to 1 MHz), PM (peak 360°), Sweep
• Pulse modulation: typical on/off ratio ~70 dB; rise/fall times <15 ns
• Interfaces: LAN, USB, SPI
• Control protocols & programming: SCPI/VISA; supported hosts: Python, MATLAB, C#/C++, LabVIEW; virtual front panel GUI included
• Battery options (portable): BAT (39 Wh), BAT2 (98 Wh), CHA external charger available
• Warranty: standard 3 years; optional 1-year extension available
• Expandable options: extended power/low-power ranges, pattern/pulse modulation packages, rack-mount kit