EXG X-Series Signal Generators
N5171B Analog & N5172B Vector
This configuration guide will help you determine which performance
options, software applications, accessories, and services to include
with your new EXG or to add as upgrades to an existing EXG.
CONFIGURATION
GUIDE
Configure Your EXG X-Series Signal Generator
This step-by-step process will help you configure your EXG signal generator and choose options to meet your requirements. For
detailed specifications, refer to the EXG signal generator data sheet (5991-0039EN).
N5171B EXG X-Series RF Analog Signal Generator
Configure your new EXG analog signal generator
Step 1. Select maximum frequency range (required option; frequency range not upgradeable)
Description Option number Additional information
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 1 GHz N5171B-5 01 Not compatible with 503, 506
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 3 GHz N5171B-5 03 Not compatible with 501, 506
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 6 GHz N5171B-5 06 Not compatible with 501, 503
Step 2. Choose connector configuration
Description Option number Additional information
Move all connectors to rear panel N5171B-1EM Not upgradable
Step 3. Choose performance enhancement options
Description Option number Additional information
AM, FM, phase modulation N5171B-UNT
Narrow pulse modulation N5171B-UNW
Multifunction generator N5171B-3 03
Instrument security and removable memory card N5171B-00 6
No internal non-volatile memory N5171B-SD0 Requires firmware B.01.80 or newer
Fast switching N5171B-UNZ
High output power N5171B-1EA
Flexible reference input (1 to 50 MHz) N5171B-1ER
Expanded license key upgradability N5171B-09 9 Option 099 is recommended for anyone considering
future upgrades. Option 099 simplifies the upgrade
process by enabling upgrades via a license key for
Options 1EA and UNZ. Without Option 099, upgrades
for these options require purchase and installation of
hardware in a field retrofit kit. For more information, visit
www.keysight.com/find/exg_upgrades.
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Step 4. Choose accessory and documentation options
Description Option number
Rack slide kit 1CR112A
Front handle kit 1CN106 A
Rack mount flange kit 1CM110A
Rack mount flange kit with front handles 1CP104 A
Front panel cover N5171B-CVR
Hard transit case N5171B-AXT
CD-ROM containing English documentation set N5171B-CD1
Step 5. Choose embedded software
Note: The following software can be added at purchase or as an upgrade. For more information on licenses, go to www.keysight.com/find/SS_licensing
Description Option number Hardware requirements
Avionics (VOR/ILS) N5180302B
Pulse train generator N5180320B UNW
Step 6. Choose calibration options
Description Option number
Calibration Assurance Plan, Return to Keysight, 5 years R-50C-011-5
Calibration Assurance Plan, Return to Keysight, 7 years R-50C-011-7
Calibration Assurance Plan, Return to Keysight, 10 years
Keysight Calibration + Uncertainties + Guardbanding (uncredited cal)
ANSI Z 54 0-1-19 94 C alibrat ion N5171B-A 6J
R-50C-011-10
N5171B-A MG
Only available at time of new instrument purchase
Only available at time of new instrument purchase
Commercial calibration certificate with test data N5171B-UK6 Only available at time of new instrument purchase
Step 7. Choose startup assistance service options
Description Option number
Remote scheduled assistance 1 to 999 hours PS-S10
Daily productivity assistance PS-S20
Signal generator and source basics; half-day, maximum of eight
PS-T10-ASG
students on site
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