CONFIGURATION
MXG X-Series Signal Generators
N5181B Analog and N5182B Vector
This configuration guide will help you determine which performance
options, software applications, accessories, and services to include
with your new MXG or to add as upgrades to an existing MXG.
GUIDE
Configure Your MXG X-Series Signal Generator
This step-by-step process will help you configure your MXG signal generator. Tailor the performance to meet your requirements. For
detailed specifications, refer to the MXG signal generator data sheet (5991-0038EN).
N5181B MXG X-Series RF Analog Signal Generator
Configure your new MXG 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 3 GHz N5181B-5 0 3 Not compatible with 506
Frequency range from 9 kHz to 6 GHz N5181B-5 0 6 Not compatible with 503
Step 2. Choose connector configuration
Description Option number Additional information
Move all connectors to rear panel N5181B-1EM Not upgradable
Step 3. Choose performance enhancement options
Description Option number Additional information
AM, FM, phase modulation N5181B-UNT
Low phase noise N5181B-UNX Not compatible with UNY, not upgradable
Enhanced low phase noise N518 1B-UN Y Not compatible with UNX, not upgradable
Fast switching N5181B-UNZ
Narrow pulse modulation N5181B-UNW
Multifunction generator N5181B-3 0 3
Instrument security and removable memory card N5181B-006
No internal non-volatile memory N5181B-SD0 Requires firmware B.01.80 or newer
High output power N5181B-1EA
Low specified power (<–110 dBm) N5181B -1EQ
Flexible reference input (1 to 50 MHz) N5181B-1ER
Expanded license key upgradability N5181B-099 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, 1EQ, 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/SSupgrades.
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Step 4. Choose accessory and documentation options
Description Option number
Rack slide kit 1CR112A
Front handle kit 1CN106A
Rack mount flange kit 1CM110 A
Rack mount flange kit with front handles 1CP104A
Front panel cover N5181B-CVR
Hard transit case N5181B-A XT
CD-ROM containing English documentation set N5181B-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
MXG analog ANSI Z540-1-1994 calibration N5181B-A 6 J
MXG analog Keysight Cal + uncertainties + guardbanding (accredited cal) N5181B-A MG
Commercial calibration certificate with test data N5181B-UK6
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 R-50C-011-10
Step 7. Choose startup assistance service options
Description Option number
Remote scheduled assistance 1- 999 hours PS-S10
Daily productivity assistance PS-S20
Signal generator and source basics; half-day, maximum of eight students on site PS-T10-ASG
Custom services to be qualified by Keysight PS-X10
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