M9484C Connectors

This topic describes the front and rear-panel connectors for the M9484C VXG.

Front Panel Configurations

Rear-Panel Configurations

Front Panel Configurations

One Channel, 6 GHz or 8.5 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 and Option 506 or 508 only

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 0-3 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

4

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the top left 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. The top right 19.2 GHz Out connector is switchable and off by default.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. The two bottom 19.2 GHz Out connectors have a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

8

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

9

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2.

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

10

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3.

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

11

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

12

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

13

RF Out

Type N female

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm Max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

One Channel, 6.0 GHz or 8.5 GHz, with Analog I/O

For M9484C Option 001, Option 506 or 508, and Option AN1

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

Aux I/O

Micro HDMI Type D

Auxiliary Input/Output port
(Note: This is not intended for an external monitor)

12 bit single-ended IOs

50 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V Output

5.5 V, 3.8 V when high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

3.3 V output

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

10 k Ω input termination

4

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 0-3 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. The top right 19.2 GHz Out connector is switchable and off by default.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

9

Trig A, B, or C

SMB

General Purpose Trigger/Marker Ports

100 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a driver:

3.3 V output

5.5 V and 3.8 V when in high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a receiver:

5 V input

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

Selectable input termination (50 Ω or 10 K Ω)

Receiver threshold resolution (5 mV)

10

Ext 1 or 2

SMB

External Inputs 1 and 2

16 bit ADC

Selectable input impedance: 50 Ω, 600 Ω, or 1 M Ω

Input Bandwidth: 10 MHz

Input Range: ±1 V (±5 V tolerant)

11

LF Out

SMB

Low Frequency Output

16 bit DAC

Output impedance: 50 Ω

(5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Output range into 1 M Ω: ±6.5 V (DC to 5 MHz), ±4.5 V (5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Bandwidth: 10 MHz (sine wave); 2 MHz (square and triangle waves)

12

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

13

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

14

I+ Out

SMA

Analog In-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

15

I- Out

SMA

Analog in-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

16

Q+ Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

17

Q- Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

18

RF Out

Type N Female

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm Max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

One Channel, 14 GHz or 20 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 and Option 514 or 520

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 10-13 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

4

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 11-13 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 0-3 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 11-13 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

10

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

11

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

12

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

13

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

14

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

15

RF Out

APC 3.5 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm Max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

One Channel, 14 GHz or 20 GHz, with Analog I/O

For M9484C Option 001, Option 514 or 520, and Option AN1

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

Aux I/O

Micro HDMI Type D

Auxiliary Input/Output port
(Note: This is not intended for an external monitor)

12 bit single-ended IOs

50 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V Output

5.5 V, 3.8 V when high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

3.3 V output

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

10 k Ω input termination

4

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 10-13 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

5

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 11-13 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 0-3 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 11-13 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

10

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

11

Trig A, B or C

SMB

General Purpose Trigger/Marker Ports

100 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a driver:

3.3 V output

5.5 V and 3.8 V when in high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a receiver:

5 V input

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

Selectable input termination (50 Ω or 10 K Ω)

Receiver threshold resolution (5 mV)

12

Ext 1 or 2

SMB

External Inputs 1 and 2

16 bit ADC

Selectable input impedance: 50 Ω, 600 Ω, or 1 M Ω

Input Bandwidth: 10 MHz

Input Range: ±1 V (±5 V tolerant)

13

LF Out

SMB

Low Frequency Output

16 bit DAC

Output impedance: 50 Ω

(5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Output range into 1 M Ω: ±6.5 V (DC to 5 MHz), ±4.5 V (5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Bandwidth: 10 MHz (sine wave); 2 MHz (square and triangle waves)

14

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

15

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

16

I+ Out

SMA

Analog In-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

17

I- Out

SMA

Analog in-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

18

Q+ Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

19

Q- Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

20

RF Out

APC 3.5 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

One Channel, 31.8 GHz, 44 GHz, or 54 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 and Option 532 or 540 or 554

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

USB 3.0 Type C. Provides power and digital control to the V3080A Vector Signal Generator Frequency Extender.

The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 11-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

4

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

6

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

10

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

11

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

12

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

13

LO1 and LO2

APC 3.5 mm

9.6 GHz signal

14

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

15

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

16

RF Out

1.85 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+24 dBm maximum reverse power, 0 VDC Max

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

One Channel, 31.8 GHz, 44 GHz, or 54 GHz, with Analog I/O

For M9484C Option 001, Option 532 or 540 or 554, and Option AN1

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

USB 3.0 Type C. Provides power and digital control to the V3080A Vector Signal Generator Frequency Extender.

The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

Aux I/O

 

Auxiliary Input/Output port
(Note: This is not intended for an external monitor)

12 bit single-ended IOs

50 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V Output

5.5 V, 3.8 V when high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

3.3 V output

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

10 k Ω input termination

4

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 11-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

7

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

10

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

11

Trig A, B or C

SMB

General Purpose Trigger/Marker Ports

100 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a driver:

3.3 V output

5.5 V and 3.8 V when in high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a receiver:

5 V input

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

Selectable input termination (50 Ω or 10 K Ω)

Receiver threshold resolution (5 mV)

12

Ext 1 or 2

SMB

External Inputs 1 and 2

16 bit ADC

Selectable input impedance: 50 Ω, 600 Ω, or 1 M Ω

Input Bandwidth: 10 MHz

Input Range: ±1 V (±5 V tolerant)

13

LF Out

SMB

Low Frequency Output

16 bit DAC

Output impedance: 50 Ω

(5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Output range into 1 M Ω: ±6.5 V (DC to 5 MHz), ±4.5 V (5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Bandwidth: 10 MHz (sine wave); 2 MHz (square and triangle waves)

14

LO 1 and LO 2

APC 3.5 mm

9.6 GHz signal

15

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

16

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

17

I+ Out

SMA

Analog In-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

18

I- Out

SMA

Analog in-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

19

Q+ Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

20

Q- Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

21

RF Out

1.85 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+24 dBm maximum reverse power, 0 VDC Max

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Two Channel, 6 GHz or 8.5 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 + 002 and 506 or 508

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 0-3 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

4

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. These two 19.2 GHz Out connectors have a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

7

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

8

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

9

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

10

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

11

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

12

RF Out

Type N female

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Two Channel, 6.0 GHz or 8.5 GHz with Analog I/O

For M9484C Option 001 + 002, Option 506 or 508, and Option AN1

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

Aux I/O

Micro HDMI Type D

Auxiliary Input/Output port
(Note: This is not intended for an external monitor)

12 bit single-ended IOs

50 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V Output

5.5 V, 3.8 V when high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

3.3 V output

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

10 k Ω input termination

4

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 0-3 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

8

Trig A, B, or C

SMB

General Purpose Trigger/Marker Ports

100 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V output

5.5 V and 3.8 V when in high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

5 V input

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

Selectable input termination (50 Ω or 10 K Ω)

Receiver threshold resolution (5 mV)

9

Ext 1 or 2

SMB

External Inputs 1 and 2

16 bit ADC

Selectable input impedance: 50 Ω, 600 Ω, or 1 M Ω)

Input Bandwidth: 10 MHz

Input Range: ±1 V (±5 V tolerant)

10

LF Out

SMB

Low Frequency Output

16 bit DAC

Output impedance: 50 Ω

(5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Output range into 1 M Ω: ±6.5 V (DC to 5 MHz), ±4.5 V (5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Bandwidth: 10 MHz (sine wave); 2 MHz (square and triangle waves)

11

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

12

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

13

I+ Out

SMA

Analog In-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

14

I- Out

SMA

Analog in-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

15

Q+ Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

16

Q- Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

17

CH 1 and CH 2 RF Out

Type N Female

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm, 0 VDC maximum

18

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

19

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

20

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Two Channel, 14 GHz or 20 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 + 002 and 514 or 520

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 11-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

4

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

6

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 11-13 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

10

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

11

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

12

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

13

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

14

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

15

RF Out

APC 3.5 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Two Channel, 14 GHz or 20 GHz, with Analog I/O

For M9484C Option 001 + 002, 514 or 520, and AN1

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

2

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

3

Aux I/O

Micro HDMI Type D

Auxiliary Input/Output port
(Note: This is not intended for an external monitor)

12 bit single-ended IOs

50 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V Output

5.5 V, 3.8 V when high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

3.3 V output

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

10 k Ω input termination

4

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 11-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

5

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

7

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 11-13 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

10

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

11

Trig A, B, or C

SMB

General Purpose Trigger/Marker Ports

100 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a driver:

3.3 V output

5.5 V and 3.8 V when in high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a receiver:

5 V input

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

Selectable input termination (50 Ω or 10 K Ω)

Receiver threshold resolution (5 mV)

12

Ext 1 or 2

SMB

External Inputs 1 and 2

16 bit ADC

Selectable input impedance: 50 Ω, 600 Ω, or 1 M Ω

Input Bandwidth: 10 MHz

Input Range: ±1 V (±5 V tolerant)

13

LF Out

SMB

Low Frequency Output

16 bit DAC

Output impedance: 50 Ω

(5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Output range into 1 M Ω: ±6.5 V (DC to 5 MHz), ±4.5 V (5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Bandwidth: 10 MHz (sine wave); 2 MHz (square and triangle waves)

14

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

15

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

16

I+ Out

SMA

Analog In-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

17

I- Out

SMA

Analog in-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

18

Q+ Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

19

Q- Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

20

CH 1 or CH 2 RF Out

APC 3.5 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

21

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

22

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

23

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Two Channel, 31.8 GHz, 44 GHz, or 54 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 + 002, Option 532 or 544 or 554

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

System Sync Up

 

Reserved for future use

2

System Sync Down

 

Reserved for future use

3

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

4

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

USB 3.0 Type C. Provides power and digital control to the V3080A Vector Signal Generator Frequency Extender.

The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

5

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 11-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

8

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

10

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

11

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

12

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

13

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

14

Tx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 M Ω impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

15

LO 1 and LO 2

APC 3.5 mm

9.6 GHz signal

16

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

17

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

18

CH 1 and CH2 RF Out

1.85 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+24 dBm maximum reverse power, 0 VDC

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Two Channel, 31.8 GHz, 44 GHz, or 54 GHz with Analog I/O

For M9484C Option 001 + 002, Option 532 or 544 or 554, and Option AN1

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

System Sync Up

 

Reserved for future use

2

System Sync Down

 

Reserved for future use

3

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

4

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

USB 3.0 Type C. Provides power and digital control to the V3080A Vector Signal Generator Frequency Extender.

The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

5

Aux I/O

Micro HDMI Type D

Auxiliary Input/Output port
(Note: This is not intended for an external monitor)

12 bit single-ended IOs

50 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V Output

5.5 V, 3.8 V when high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

3.3 V output

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

10 k Ω input termination

6

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 11-17 dBm. Damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this range.

7

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

9

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

10

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power levels range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

11

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

12

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

13

Trig A, B, or C

SMB

General Purpose Trigger/Marker Ports

100 MHz maximum frequency (drive or receive)

As a Driver:

3.3 V output

5.5 V and 3.8 V when in high or low state

50 Ω output resistance

As a Receiver:

5 V input

5 V tolerant input (damage at 5.5 V)

Selectable input termination (50 Ω or 10 K Ω)

Receiver threshold resolution (5 mV)

14

Ext 1 or 2

SMB

External Inputs 1 and 2

16 bit ADC

Selectable input impedance: 50 Ω, 600 Ω, or 1 M Ω

Input Bandwidth: 10 MHz

Input Range: ±1 V (±5 V tolerant)

15

LF Out

SMB

Low Frequency Output

16 bit DAC

Output impedance: 50 Ω

(5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Output range into 1 M Ω: ±6.5 V (DC to 5 MHz), ±4.5 V (5 MHz to 10 MHz)

Bandwidth: 10 MHz (sine wave); 2 MHz (square and triangle waves)

16

LO 1 and LO 2

APC 3.5 mm

9.6 GHz signal

17

Event 2

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

18

Event 3

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

19

I+ Out

SMA

Analog In-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

20

I- Out

SMA

Analog in-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

21

Q+ Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

22

Q- Out

SMA

Analog quadrature-phase component of I/Q modulation from channel 1's internal baseband generator.

Frequency range is DC to 1000 MHz (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage Level is ±2 V

23

CH 1 and CH 2 RF Out

1.85 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+24 dBm maximum reverse power, 0 VDC

24

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

25

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

26

Tx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Four Channel, 6 GHz or 8.5 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 + 002 + 003 + 004 and Option 506 or 508

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

System Sync Up

 

Reserved for future use

2

System Sync Down

 

Reserved for future use

3

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

4

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

5

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

6

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

8

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

9

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

10

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

11

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

12

Event 1

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #1

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

13

Event 2

SMB

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

14

Event 3

SMB

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

15

RF Out

Type N Female

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Four Channel, 14 GHz or 20 GHz

For M9484C Option 001 + 002 + 003 + 004 and Option 514 or 520

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

System Sync Up

 

Reserved for future use

2

System Sync Down

 

Reserved for future use

3

SS - USB 3.0

USB Type-A female

Host controller, SuperSpeed, 900 mA (nominal)

4

USB-C PD

USB Type-C female

Reserved for future use. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connectors do not have USB-compliant pin configurations. Do not use these ports for any USB devices as damage may occur.

5

2.4 GHz Ina

SMA

2.4 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is 11-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

6

2.4 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 2.4 GHz Out connector to the 2.4 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 15-17 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

7

19.2 GHz Ina

SMA

19.2 GHz input

50 Ω impedance

The power level range is -2 to 7 dBm (MAX). Hardware damage can occur if the power level exceeds the maximum value in this input range.

8

19.2 GHz Outa

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. A factory installed cable connects the 19.2 GHz Out connector to the 19.2 GHz In.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is -1 to 2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

9

2.4 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 2.4 GHz frequency reference. This 2.4 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 11-13 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

10

19.2 GHz Out

SMA

Output of 19.2 GHz frequency reference. This 19.2 GHz Out connector has a factory installed 50 Ω termination.

This port is always on. If unused, this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

The power level range is 0-2 dBm. This range is nominal to minimize distortion and get the best signal fidelity.

11

On/Off Switch

Push Button

Power Switch. Refer to Power On/Standby (Instrument Shutdown).

12

Tx FC/Trig 2

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI transmit flow control or trigger input/output 2

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

13

ODI

ODI

Optical Digital Interface. Optical interconnect for very high speed streaming applications between instruments, processors, and storage.

14

Rx FC/Trig 3

SMB

Dual function connector: ODI receive flow control or trigger input/output 3

Input:

1.8 V LVCMOS

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

1.8 V LVCMOS

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 5.5 V

15

Event 1

BNC

Baseband Marker Output #1

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

16

Event 2

SMB

Baseband Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

17

Event 3

SMB

Baseband Marker Output #3

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

18

RF Out

APC 3.5 mm

RF Output signal, level selected by user interface. 50 Ω

impedance (nominal)

+30 dBm max reverse power, 0 VDC maximum

  1. The 2.4 GHz and 19.2 GHz input and output ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect an external 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz signal to the M9484C VXG 2.4 GHz or 19.2 GHz inputs as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Rear-Panel Configurations

Option 001 or Option 001 + 002 (1 or 2 Channels)

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

Line

3-prong plug

AC power receptacle, accepts 3-pronged AC power cord supplied with the instrument.

2

GPIB

Micro-D-25-pin

IEEE-488.2, 1987 with listen and talk

Use accessory: Y1260A for GPIB cabling

3

LAN

RJ-45

GbE 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet: the LAN supports DHCP, connection monitoring, dynamic hostname services, TCP/IP communication, TCP keep alive, and SCPI remote programming

4

Ch1 Trig 1

BNC

Channel 1 Trigger 1 input/output:

1 MΩ input impedance

Threshold is adjustable from 0 V to 3.3 V

Output:

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

5

Ch1 Event 1

BNC

Channel 1 Baseband Waveform Marker Output #1

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

6

Ch2 Trig 1

BNC

Channel 2 Trigger 1 input/output:

(not used for a single channel instrument)

1 MΩ impedance

Threshold is adjustable from 0 V to 3.3 V

Output:

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

7

Ch2 Event 1

BNC

Channel 2 Baseband Waveform Marker Output #2

Maximum Edge Rate: every 1.667 ns

(not used for a single channel instrument)

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

8

10 MHz Out

BNC

Output of 10 MHz frequency reference, this port is always on

+15 dBm (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

ESD damage level is 30 V

9

Ref In

BNC

Externally supplied 1 MHz to 110 MHz, or 1 PPS, frequency reference, switched by the user interface; off by default. See Instrument Settings > Reference > Reference Source

Input level -3 dBm to +20 dBm (nominal), 50 Ω impedance.

10

100 MHz Outa

SMA

Output of 100 MHz frequency reference to be connected to SClk In. This port is always on and its output level is +15 dBm (nominal).

If alternate SCLK In is provided this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

Ports 10 and 11 are connected via a jumper at the factory.

11

SClk Ina

SMA

Synchronization clock input. See Basic Sync Cabling Setup for Multi-Instrument

50 Ω impedance. +2 dBm to +12 dBm

12

SClk Out

SMA

Synchronization clock output. See Basic Sync Cabling Setup for Multi-Instrument

50 Ω impedance. +2 dBm nominal

13

STrig Out

SMA

Synchronization trigger input/output. To be connected to downstream STrig In for synchronization.

Input:

Threshold is adjustable from 0 V to 3.3 V

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

14

STrig In

SMA

Synchronization trigger input/output. To be connected to upstream STrig Out for synchronization.

Input:

Threshold is adjustable from 0 V to 3.3 V

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

15

EFC

SMA

Reserved for future use.

ESD damage level is 30 V

  1. The SClk In and 100 MHz Out ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators with Option SNC. The SClk In port should only be used to connect to upstream SClk Out from other VXGs. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect any other signals to the SClk In port as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.

Options 001 + 002 + 003 + 004 (4 Channels)

Item

Connector Type

 

Description

 

#

Name

1

Line

3-prong plug

AC power receptacle, accepts 3-pronged AC power cord supplied with the instrument.

2

GPIB

Micro-D-25-pin

IEEE-488.2, 1987 with listen and talk

Use accessory: Y1260A for GPIB cabling

3

LAN

RJ-45

GbE 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet: the LAN supports DHCP, connection monitoring, dynamic hostname services, TCP/IP communication, TCP keep alive, and SCPI remote programming

4

Ch1 Trig 1, Ch2 Trig 1, Ch3 Trig 1, and Ch4 Trig 1

BNC

Channel 1, 2, 3, or 4 Trigger 1 input/output:

1 MΩ input impedance

Threshold is adjustable from 0 V to 3.3 V

Output:

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

5

10 MHz Out

BNC

Output of 10 MHz frequency reference, this port is always on

+15 dBm (nominal)

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

ESD damage level is 30 V

6

Ref In

BNC

Externally supplied 1 MHz to 110 MHz, or 1 PPS, frequency reference, switched by the user interface; off by default. See Instrument Settings > Reference > Reference Source

Input level -3 dBm to +20 dBm (nominal), 50 Ω impedance.

7

100 MHz Outa

SMA

Output of 100 MHz frequency reference to be connected to SClk IN. This port is always on and its output level is +15 dBm (nominal).

If alternate SCLK In is provided this port should be terminated with 50 Ω load.

Ports 7 and 8 are connected via a jumper at the factory.

8

SClk Ina

SMA

Synchronization clock input. See Basic Sync Cabling Setup for Multi-Instrument

50 Ω impedance. +2 dBm to +12 dBm

9

SClk Out

SMA

Synchronization clock output. See Basic Sync Cabling Setup for Multi-Instrument

50 Ω impedance. +2 dBm nominal

10

STrig Out

SMA

Synchronization trigger input/output. To be connected to downstream STrig In for synchronization.

Input:

Threshold is adjustable from 0 V to 3.3 V

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

11

STrig In

SMA

Synchronization trigger input/output. To be connected to upstream STrig Out for synchronization.

Input:

Threshold is adjustable from 0 V to 3.3 V

1 MΩ impedance

Output:

VOL < 0.4 V, VOH is 2.8 V to 3.3 V into high impedance

50 Ω impedance (nominal)

Damage level is outside of -0.5 V to 3.8 V

12

EFC

SMA

Reserved for future use.

ESD damage level is 30 V

  1. The SClk In and 100 MHz Out ports are designed for phase coherent operation between one or more M9484C VXG signal generators with Option SNC. The SClk In port should only be used to connect to upstream SClk Out from other VXGs. Keysight Technologies recommends that you do not connect any other signals to the SClk In port as the instrument specifications will not be covered by the warranty.

    Jumper removal and connection should be performed when the VXG is powered off.