RF Explorer Signal Generator COMBO (Seeed Studio)

SKU: SS114991659 Brand: Seeed Studio
The new COMBO product includes harmonic filtering, high-performance amplifiers for higher output power, fine amplitude adjustment and support for frequencies as low as 100KHz covering up to 6GHz with no gaps.
$654.95 AUD, inc GST
$595.41 AUD, exc GST

Available with a lead time
Expect dispatch between Dec 02 and Dec 03

Quantity Discounts:

  • 3-5 $571.59 (exc GST)
  • 5+ $553.73 (exc GST)

Restrictions apply to this RF Equipment for use in Australia:

  • Only to be operated on 433Mhz / 915-930Mhz / 2.4Ghz  (check the product description for compatible frequency ranges).
  • If operating outside of shared frequencies or in such a way that is beyond low interference potential devices are intended to function, then you have obtained the appropriate authorisation to do so.

For use in other locations around the world:

  • Follow region-specific frequency spectrum rules.

A declaration of use will need to be submitted during checkout.

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0 from local stock, 1 supplier stock; your order will dispatch between Dec 1 to Dec 10. And yes, stock levels and lead times are accurate!

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  • $7+ Standard (5+ days*, tracked)
  • $11+ Express (2+ days*, tracked)
  • FREE Pickup (Newcastle only - must order online*)

Shipping costs may increase for heavy products or large orders.

Exact shipping can be calculated on the view cart page.

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RF Explorer Signal Generator Combo is a major improvement over the standard RF Explorer RFE6GEN Generator. The new generator includes important functions requested by RF Explorer most demanding customers.
The new COMBO product includes harmonic filtering, high-performance amplifiers for higher output power, fine amplitude adjustment and support for frequencies as low as 100KHz covering up to 6GHz with no gaps.

See below comparison of a 25MHz signal generated with new improved RF Explorer Signal Generator Combo (in red) and a signal generated with standard unfiltered RF Explorer RFE6GEN (blue). The new Generator Combo offers a perfect sinusoid filtered signal as opposed to the squarish unfiltered signal from RFE6GEN.

Signal Comparison

Features

  • Pocket size and lightweight
  • Solid aluminum metal case
  • Lifetime free firmware upgrades available, open to community requested features
  • High capacity Lipo for 10hs+ of continuous run, rechargeable by USB
  • RF Explorer for Windows free software for CW, Sweep and Tracking SNA control
  • Automation libraries available in Python and .NET, free USB API for any programming language
  • Wideband support, very stable CW signal output
  • Fine amplitude adjustment 0.25dB
  • High output power up to +18dBm
  • Optional recalibration procedure available upon request

Specifications

  • Frequency range supported: 100KHz to 6000 MHz
  • Calibrated Amplitude range: -40 to +10dBm
  • Uncalibrated extended Amplitude range: -60 to +18dBm
  • Amplitude step/resolution: 0.25dB over calibrated range
  • Amplitude accuracy (typical): +/-2dB in most frequency and power ranges
  • Frequency step/resolution: 1KHz
  • Frequency stability: 0.5ppm
  • Temperature compensated (0-45C)
  • Backlight for great indoor visibility and high contrast LCD for outdoor visibility
  • Standard SMA 50 ohms connector
  • Spurs: Internal fractional PLL configuration in some cases create spurs typically -50dBc or less.
  • Harmonics: typical values range about -40dBc for 2nd harmonic, -50dBc for third and higher harmonics.
  • Switch measurement point speed < 10ms
  • Graphics LCD 128x64 pixels, great visibility outdoors
  • PC Windows client supports Windows XP/Vista/Win7 both 32 and 64bits
  • Functional modes:
    • CW signal generator at any frequency in the range
    • Tracking generator functionality working together with RF Explorer Spectrum Analyzer when connected to the same PC
    • Sweep generator between any to frequencies in the range, with selectable step size and speed
  • CE / FCC / RoHS compliant

Part List

1 x RF Explorer Signal Generator Combo

Resources

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Wireless>General RF>Development Tools

Product Comments

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We deliver Australia-wide with these options (depends on the final destination - you can get a quote on the view cart page):

  • $3+ for Stamped Mail (typically 10+ business days, not tracked, only available on selected small items)
  • $7+ for Standard Post (typically 6+ business days, tracked)
  • $11+ for Express Post (typically 2+ business days, tracked)
  • Pickup - Free! Only available to customers who live in the Newcastle region (must order online and only pickup after we email to notify you the order is ready). Orders placed after 2PM may not be ready until the following business day.

Non-metro addresses in WA, NT, SA & TAS can take 2+ days in addition to the above information.

Some batteries (such as LiPo) can't be shipped by Air. During checkout, Express Post and International Methods will not be an option if you have that type of battery in your shopping cart.

International Orders - the following rates are for New Zealand and will vary for other countries:

  • $12+ for Pack and Track (3+ days, tracked)
  • $16+ for Express International (2-5 days, tracked)

If you order lots of gear, the postage amount will increase based on the weight of your order.

Our physical address (here's a PDF which includes other key business details):

Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
Australia

Take a look at our customer service page if you have other questions such as "do we do purchase orders" (yes!) or "are prices GST inclusive" (yes they are!). We're here to help - get in touch with us to talk shop.

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