Residual FM

The Residual FM test verifies that the instrument meets the published specifications for residual FM. The signal source is provided by a synthesized signal generator producing a CW signal. The source amplitude is set to a constant value throughout the test. The FM modulation on the input signal is measured. Then the residual FM is calculated.

See Application Note 150-1 (5954-9130) for more information on this FM modulation model.

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Required Test Equipment

Test Equipment

Recommended Model Number
(see main equipment list for alternative models)

RF Source 2

E8257D

Cable, Type-N

11500C

Cable, BNC

8120-2582

Connection Setups