Signal generator LSX1492R

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Overview
The LSX1492R is a 14 GHz dual-channel microwave analog signal generator in a 19" 1U rack form factor. It delivers coherent multi-channel outputs with excellent spectral purity and ultra-fast switching for laboratory, bench and field deployments. Interfaces include LAN, USB and SPI for integration into automated test systems.

Key Highlights

• Fast switching speed <10 μs (ultra-fast option available)
• Coherent frequency switching for synchronized multi-channel use
• AM, FM, PM, Sweep, Pulse and Pattern modulation
• Phase noise example: -133 dBc/Hz @ 1 GHz (10 kHz offset)
• Standard interfaces: LAN, USB, SPI; SCPI/VISA control

Features (detailed)

• Signal integrity and purity — Lucid-X family benchmark delivering very low phase noise across the band (family examples: -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 and pulse modulation — Built-in AM, FM, PM, Sweep, Pulse and Pattern modulation. FM: deviations up to 10 MHz, rates up to 1 MHz. AM: linear depth up to 90%, rates to 100 kHz. PM: peak deviation up to 360°. Pulse modulation: high on/off ratio (~70 dB) and fast rise/fall times (<15 ns).
• Fast frequency switching — <10 μs switching (UFS option) for frequency-hopping simulation, radar/EW emulation and high-throughput automated testing.
• Control and programming — SCPI/VISA support; compatible with Python, MATLAB, C#/C++, LabVIEW. Virtual front panel for GUI control and remote automation via LAN/USB.

Ordering / Model info (table)
Model | Description
LSX1492R | 14 GHz Dual-Channel Microwave Signal Generator, 19" 1U Rack

Options (extract)

• MOD — Modulation package (AM, FM, PM)
• LP — Low power option (-70 dBm)
• ELP1 / ELP2 — Extended low power ranges (platform-dependent)
• EPR1 / EPR2 — Extended power ranges (-130 dBm to +27 dBm)
• PLS — Pulse modulation
• PAT — Pattern modulation
• FS — Fast switching 100 μs
• UFS — Ultra-fast switching 10 μs
• W-RACK — Rack-mount kit
• WE — 1-year warranty extension (standard warranty 3 years)

Notes

• Designed for lab and field use: bench, embedded systems or portable/rack deployments.
• Interfaces and programming support scalable multi-channel and coherent applications (phased arrays, synchronized transmit/receive systems, quantum experiments).

Specifications / Technical specifications

• Model name: LSX1492R
• Type: Dual-Channel Microwave Analog Signal Generator (19" 1U rack)
• Maximum carrier frequency: 14 GHz
• Channels: 2 (dual channel)
• Frequency switching (fast): <10 μs (ultra-fast option 10 μs on supported platforms)
• Coherent frequency switching: supported
• Modulation types: AM, FM, PM, Sweep, Pulse, Pattern
• FM: deviations up to 10 MHz; rates up to 1 MHz
• AM: linear depth up to 90%; rates up to 100 kHz
• PM: peak deviation up to 360°
• Pulse modulation: typical on/off ratio ~70 dB; rise/fall times <15 ns
• Phase noise (typical family values): -133 dBc/Hz @1 GHz (10 kHz offset) (family examples: -148 dBc/Hz @100 MHz, -114 dBc/Hz @10 GHz)
• Harmonics: typically -50 dBc; non-harmonics: typically -90 dBc
• Interfaces: LAN, USB, SPI
• Control & APIs: SCPI/VISA; compatible with Python, MATLAB, C#/C++, LabVIEW; virtual front panel included
• Form factor: 19" 1U rack (LSX1492R ordering description)