BK PRECISION 4017B User Manual

Specifications subject to change without notice

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Model 4017B

10MHz DDS Sweep
Function Generator

10MHz DDS Sweep Function Generator

The 4017B is the latest addition to B&K Precision’s 4000 series of
Function Generators. It is the first true Function Generator in its line to
offer DDS (Direct Digital Synthesis) technology allowing the 4017B to
generate very precise and accurate waveforms with little distortion.

• Multi-function LCD displays
all output parameters:

o Frequency o Level
o Offset o Duty Cycle

• Up to 10MHz a

vailable on Sine,

Square & Ramp waveforms

• Frequency resolution down to

0.01Hz

• RS-232 Interface

• 0 to 100% duty cycle

• Variable DC offset

Up to 10MHz available on Sine

, Square & Ramp waveforms

Models 4017B

Frequency Characteristics

Frequency 0.01Hz to 10MHz
Display LCD Display (5-digit frequency, 4-digit Level)

Main Output

Output Level 0.1V - 10Vp-p into 50Ω, 0.2V - 20Vp-p into open circuit

Interface RS-232 using a DB-9 female connector, fix baud rate set at 9600 BPS

Specifications Model

4017B

The B&K Precision Model 4017B Sweep/Function Generator is the newest 4000 family member. The
4017B enhances the performance achieved by its successful predecessor, BK Precision Model 4017A
Sweep/Function Generator. These performances are achieved by using direct digital waveform synthesis
(DDS) techniques for generating high accuracy and precise frequencies. A high performance Digital Signal
Processor (DSP) controls every aspect of the DDS system, and is used for precise generation and processing
of waveforms. The 4017B has a vast number of applications in both analog and digital electronics, in the
engineering, manufacturing, servicing, educational and hobbyist fields. This versatile signal source is capable
of generating waveform (such as sine, triangle and square), pulse generation (through variable symmetry) and
frequency sweep. Additionally, the instrument provides a built-in frequency counter.

Specifications 4017B

Frequency Characteristics

Frequency 0.01Hz to 10MHz
Display LCD Display (5-digit frequency, 4-digit Level)
Variable Duty Cycle 0:100:1 continuously variable, 3-digit resolution
Operating Modes External VCG, internal sweep and frequency counter

Main Output

Impedance 50Ω ± 10%
Output Level 0.1V - 10Vp-p into 50Ω, 0.2V - 20Vp-p into open circuit
Attenuation -20dB ± 1dB

DC Offset

Preset ±0.1V Typical
Variable ±10V into open-circuit
Resolution (DC Offset) 4-Digits

Sine Wave

Distortion 1% typical at 1KHz
Flatness ±5% (.45dB)

Square Wave

Symmetry 0.1Hz to 100KHz ≤ 2%
Rise Time ≤20ns

Triangle Wave

Linearity ≥98% to 100 KHz

TTL Output

Level 0.8V to 4V
Rise Time ≤20ns
Duty Cycle 50% typical

CMOS Output

Level 4V to 14V ±0.5 Vp-p, Continuously
Max Frequency 10MHz
Rise Time ≤120ns

Sweep Operation

Mode Linear/Logarithmic
Width 100:1, continuously variable, 3-digit resolution
Rate 0.01 sec to 30 sec, continuously variable, 4 digits resolution
Sweep Output 0.1 - 10Vp-p into 50Ω

Voltage Controlled Generator (VCG)

Input Voltage 0-10 ± 1V causes a 100:1 frequency change
Impedance 10KΩ ±5%

Frequency Counter

Accuracy Time base Accuracy ± 1 count
Time Base Accuracy ±10PPM (23°C ± 5°C)
Display 9 digits

Interface

RS-232 using a DB-9 female connector, fix baud rate set at 9600 BPS

* All Specifications are subject to change without notice.