Signal generator LSX2094R

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Product Overview
The Lucid-X is a small-footprint, modular microwave signal generator available in multiple form factors (Desktop, PXIe module, Benchtop, Rackmount, Portable). Designed to provide low phase noise with frequency coverage up to 40 GHz. The LSX2094R is a 20 GHz, four-channel microwave signal generator in a 19" 1U rack format.

Key Capabilities

• Four coherent microwave channels (multi-channel, phase-coherent operation)
• Fast frequency switching: 10 µs capability (ultra-fast switching option)
• Analog modulation: AM, FM, PM, Sweep
• Pulse modulation with high on/off ratio and fast rise/fall times
• Integrated interfaces: LAN, USB, SPI; supports SCPI/VISA control

Summary Features

• Small-footprint modular architecture — multiple form factors (Desktop, PXIe, Benchtop, Rackmount, Portable)
• Frequency range up to 40 GHz (model family capability)
• Low phase noise performance
• Coherent frequency switching for multi-channel synchronized applications
• Built-in virtual front panel for local or networked control

Detailed Functional Features
Signal Integrity and Purity
The Lucid-X family delivers exceptionally low phase noise across up to 40 GHz. Representative phase noise at 10 kHz offset: -148 dBc/Hz at 100 MHz, -133 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, -114 dBc/Hz at 10 GHz. Harmonics typically at -50 dBc; non-harmonics at -90 dBc. Engineered for Local Oscillators, IMD measurement systems, and high-performance DAC/ADC clocking.

Analog and Pulse Modulation
Provides AM, FM, PM, Sweep and Pulse modulation: FM maximum deviations up to 10 MHz and rates to 1 MHz; AM linear depth up to 90% and rates to 100 kHz; PM peak deviation up to 360°; Pulse Modulation with typical on/off ratio ~70 dB and rise/fall times <15 ns.

Fast Frequency Switching
10 µs frequency switching capability (ultra-fast switching option available) to support rapid automated testing and simulation of frequency-hopping/radar/EW scenarios.

Control and Programming
Uses industry-standard SCPI and VISA architecture for remote control. Interfaces include LAN and USB. Easily programmable from Python, MATLAB, C#/C++, LabVIEW. Includes a virtual front panel GUI for local or remote control.

Ordering Info (table)
Model | Description
LSX2094R | 20GHz Four Channel Microwave Signal Generator 19" 1U Rack

Options (table)
Option | Description | Models (form factors)
MOD | Modulation package (AM, FM, PM) | X / R / B / D / P
LP | Low power option -70 dBm (included for B/R/X) | D / P
ELP1 | 1 channel extended low power range (not for 4 channels) | B / R
ELP2 | 2 channel extended low power range (not for 4 channels) | B / R
EPR1 | 1 channel extended power range -130 dBm to +27 dBm (not for 4 channels) | B / R
EPR2 | 2 channel extended power range -130 dBm to +27 dBm (not 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

Accessories (table)
Name | Description
W-Rack | 19" Single Rack Mounting Kit
Case Kit | Professional Carry Bag

Applications / Typical Uses

• Radar systems STALO (stable local oscillator)
• Electronic Warfare / Threat simulation
• Phased-array and beam-forming test setups (multi-channel coherent generation)
• Quantum control and research where phase-coherent multi-channel RF is required
• General communications, modulation and receiver/transmitter testing

caractéristiques / spécifications techniques

• Model family max frequency: up to 40 GHz (family capability)
• Product model: LSX2094R — 20 GHz, 4-channel, 19" 1U rack
• Phase noise (example @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
• FM: max deviation 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: on/off ratio typically 70 dB; rise/fall times <15 ns
• Fast switching: 100 µs (FS) or ultra-fast 10 µs (UFS) option
• Interfaces: LAN, USB, SPI; SCPI / VISA compatible
• Form factors available: PXIe, Rackmount, Benchtop, Desktop, Portable
• Options for low-power and extended power ranges and battery/charger accessories