
N5166B CXG
RF Vector Signal Generator
9 kHz – 3 or 6 GHz
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Table of Contents
Configure your N5166B CXG RF Vector Signal Generator ........................................ 3
Step 1. Choose frequency range........................................................................... 3
Step 2. Choose baseband options ........................................................................ 3
Step 3. Choose performance enhancement options ............................................. 3
Step 4. Choose Signal Studio and embedded software .................................. 4
Step 5. Choose accessories ................................................................................. 5
Step 6. Others: Calibration option, Service options ............................................... 5
Upgrade Your Existing N5166B CXG ........................................................................ 6
Reference .................................................................................................................. 7
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Frequency range, 9 kHz – 3 GHz
Upgrade baseband generator memory from
32 to 512 MSa
Internal solid-state drive
Configure your N5166B CXG RF Vector Signal Generator
This step-by-step process will help you to configure the N5166B CXG signal generator. Choose options to
meet your requirements.
N5166B CXG is an entry-level RF vector signal generator in the X-Series signal generators. For detailed
specifications, refer to the CXG signal generator data sheet (5992-3959EN).
Step 1. Choose frequency range
Description Option number Additional information
Frequency range, 9 kHz – 6 GHz N5166B-506 Not compatible with 503
Step 2. Choose baseband options
Description Option number Additional information
ARB baseband generator
(60 MHz RF bandwidth, 32 MSa)
Upgrade baseband generator from
60 to 120 MHz RF bandwidth
N5166B-653
N5166B-655 Requires 653
N5166B-022 Requires 653
Step 3. Choose performance enhancement options
Description Option number Additional information
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