Description
LSX8081P Portable Signal Generator
The LSX8081P 8GHz Single Channel Portable Microwave Signal Generator is designed for engineers and technicians who demand high-precision, flexible, and portable RF solutions. Part of Tabor Electronics’ Lucid-X series, this generator combines rapid frequency switching, low phase noise, and comprehensive modulation capabilities to meet the requirements of advanced RF and microwave testing.
Fast Frequency Switching
The LSX8081P features ultra-fast frequency switching of less than 10µs. This dramatically reduces dead time during automated testing, allowing high-throughput measurements while maintaining measurement accuracy. Its coherent frequency switching capability ensures phase alignment for complex RF testing, making it suitable for modern radar systems, electronic warfare simulations, and secure communication testing.
Superior Signal Purity
Signal integrity is crucial in microwave applications, and the LSX8081P delivers exceptional spectral purity. It achieves -133 dBc/Hz phase noise at 1 GHz with a 10 kHz offset and maintains harmonics at -50 dBc and non-harmonics at -90 dBc. These specifications make it ideal for high-performance DAC/ADC clocking, intermodulation distortion measurements, and precision local oscillators.
Advanced Modulation Options
The LSX8081P supports a full suite of analog modulation modes, including AM, FM, PM, Sweep, and Pulse modulation. Frequency modulation supports deviations up to 10 MHz, amplitude modulation up to 90% linear depth, and phase modulation with a peak deviation of 360 degrees. The instrument also features high-quality pulse modulation with an on/off ratio of 70 dB and rise/fall times under 15 ns, suitable for radar and electronic warfare applications.
Flexible Control and Connectivity
Engineered for versatility, the LSX8081P uses SCPI and VISA architecture for remote control via USB, LAN, or SPI. Users can integrate the device with Python, MATLAB, C#/C++, or LabVIEW. The portable form factor, combined with an intuitive virtual front panel, makes it ideal for both laboratory and field deployments.
Applications
The LSX8081P is perfect for radar system testing, electronic warfare simulations, secure communications testing, high-throughput automated testing, and advanced RF research. Its compact, portable design ensures that precision signal generation is always at hand.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Model | LSX8081P |
| Frequency Range | DC to 8 GHz |
| Channels | Single Channel |
| Frequency Switching | <10 µs |
| Coherent Frequency Switching | Yes |
| Modulation | AM, FM, PM, Sweep, Pulse |
| Phase Noise | -133 dBc/Hz @1 GHz, 10 kHz offset |
| Pulse On/Off Ratio | 70 dB |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Interfaces | USB, LAN, SPI |
| Control | SCPI, VISA, Python, MATLAB, C#/C++, LabVIEW |
| Applications | Radar, Electronic Warfare, Secure Communications, Lab Testing |
| Options | MOD, LP, ELP1/2, EPR1/2, PLS, PAT, FS, UFS, WE |
| Accessories | BAT, BAT2, CHA, LAN Adapter, W-RACK |
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