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SANTA CLARA, Calif.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) today introduced the worldas fastest vector signal generator in a PXI form factor. The Agilent [ M9381A ] is a 1-MHz to 3- or 6-GHz VSG that combines fast switching and excellent RF parametric performance: high output power, linearity and superior level accuracy, outstanding adjacent channel power ratio performance (for output levels up to +10 dBm or more) and wide modulation bandwidth (up to 160 MHz) for testing RF devices.

"The M9381A is the first PXI vector signal generator that delivers the speed and accuracy neededto reduce the cost of test in modern communication manufacturing"

Agilent designed the [ M9381A ] for applications such as testing and validating the design of wireless power amplifiers and transceivers, public safety and military radios, and cellular base stations (primarily picocell and femtocell). The new PXIe VSG does more tests in less time, which reduces the cost of testing. Agilentas exclusive baseband-tuning technology innovation enablesfrequency and amplitude switching speed as fast as 10 s in list mode and 250 s from its programming interface. The switching speed is further enhanced by excellent linearity and repeatability associated with Agilentas signal generators.

The versatile list mode helps increase speed and provides flexibility by allowing engineers to change 80 parameters, including frequency, power and modulation in as many as 3,201 list mode points. This enables engineers to meet a wide variety of test requirements while improving test throughput.

Engineers can use the Agilent [ M9381A ] VSG to test wideband power amplifiers, front-end modules, transceivers and more, at standard 40 MHz RF bandwidth or options of 100 MHz or 160 MHz bandwidth with real-time corrections and 0.1, 0.2, and 0.3 dB flatness, respectively.

The M9381A, with its excellent modulation quality at high output power, can be used at power levels up to +10 dBm or more depending on the standard with little degradation to adjacent channel power ratio performance. This enables engineers to directly operate at the required power levels without additional amplification to compensate for test system losses. The M9381A delivers ACPR of up to -70 dBc (W-CDMA test model 1, 64 DPCH). The output power up to +19 dBm can be controlled precisely with accuracy of 0.4 dB.

aThe M9381A is the first PXI vector signal generator that delivers the speed and accuracy neededto reduce the cost of test in modern communication manufacturing,a said Mark Pierpoint,vice president andgeneral managerofAgilentasSoftware and Modular Solutions Division.

The Agilent [ M9381A ] PXIe vector signal generator simulates complex real-world communications signals through Agilentas [ Signal Studio ] software. Signal Studio is a flexible suite of signal-creation tools that offers performance-optimized reference signals validated by Agilent to support standards such as LTE and 802.11ac.

Agilentas unique and industry-leading calibration core exchange strategy maximizes system uptime by providing fast repairs.

The M9381A PXIe vector signal generator is the latest addition to Agilentas growing lineup of more than 60 [ PXI and AXIe ] modular products.

U.S. Pricing and Availability

Available now, the Agilent [ M9381A ] PXIe vector signal generator consists of the following: M9311A digital vector modulator, M9310A source output, M9301A synthesizer and M9300A frequency reference. Pricing starts at $25,663 for the base configuration, with license key upgrades available for increased modulation bandwidth, frequency range, memory, output power and faster switching. Four VSGs can be housed in a single 18-slot PXI chassis.

The [ M9380A ] PXIe CW source (a configuration without the M9311A digital vector modulator) is also available, starting at $19,000 for the base configuration, with license key upgrades for increased frequency range and output power. The Agilent [ M9018A ] all-hybrid PXI chassis and [ M9036A ] embedded controller are ideal to complete both configurations.

Additional information about Agilentas modular test solutions is available at [ www.agilent.com/find/M9381A ]. Product photos are available at [ www.agilent.com/find/M9381A_PXI_VSG_images ]. A video describing the M9381A is available at [ www.agilent.com/find/M9381A_Video ].

An in-depth Agilent modular products backgrounder is available at [ www.agilent.com/find/modular_backgrounder ].

Agilent Modular PXI and AXIe Products

Agilent offers a complete lineup of [ PXI ] and [ AXIe ] products, including digitizers, arbitrary waveform generators, digitizing oscilloscopes, digital multimeters and a range of switches.

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is the worldas premier measurement company and a technology leader in chemical analysis, life sciences, diagnostics, electronics and communications. The companyas 20,000 employees serve customers in more than 100 countries. Agilent had net revenues of $6.6 billion in fiscal 2011. Information about Agilent is available at [ www.agilent.com ].

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