Technical data
2400 Series Operation Manual, 33237 Revision A, May 2004 1-1
Introduction
1.1 Overview
The 2400L and 2400AL Series are CW only Microwave Synthesizers with List Sweep capability. The
2400M and 2400AM Series Microwave Synthesizers include the functionality of the 2400L and 2400A
Series and include AM, FM, and Pulse capability. The 2400 Series can generate output signals over a
frequency range of 10 MHz to 40 GHz; the frequency range is dependent on the specific model num-
ber.
The 2400A Series, includes the 2400AL and 2400AM models. The2400A Series is a system source spe-
cifically designed to match the unique performance needs of ATE integrators. The 2400A Series
deletes the front panel and requires a controller with GPIB, RS-232 or USB 1.1 interface. The 2400A
includes hardware triggering and synchronization signals with programmable delay to allow coordi-
nation with other test products in your system. The 2400A Series standard features include a 3U rack
mountable microwave synthesizer with rack ears, a high stability timebase option, rear RF-output,
GPIB-interface, and a blank front panel.
WaveMaker, a complete remote operating system for use with the 2400 Series Microwave Synthesiz-
ers, is included with each 2400 Series Synthesizer. WaveMaker leverages industry-leading software
applications and familiar Windows drop-down menus and other functions to perform tasks, signifi-
cantly reducing the need for extensive product training.
The Giga-tronics 2400 delivers state of the art phase noise performance with the fastest frequency
switching speeds for its class. Coupled with Option 48, Xpress Interface, Automation Xpress software
simplifies ATE code generation using the Automation Xpress Auto-Programmer feature providing 2.5
msec. frequency and power switching for single command line remote
Table 1-1 lists the models with their respective features.
Table 1-1: 2400 Series Features
CW Frequency Range 10 MHz to 40 GHz, model dependent
Frequency Resolution 0.1 Hz
High Stability Timebase <5 x 10
-10
/day, 2400L and 2400M Models
<1 x 10
-8
/day, 2400A Series only
Temperature Stability < ±
5 x 10
-10
/ºC, 2400L and 2400M Models
<± 2 x 10
-8
/day, 2400A Series only
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