N5181A MXG RF Analog Signal Generator

N518xA MXG and the EXG X-Series SignaGenerator
Since their 2006 introduction, the first-generation Keysight Technologies, Inc. N518xA MXGsignal generators have been widely adopted for use in many RF signal generation applicationsincluding device testing in both RaD and manufacturing. Since then, the instruments have beencontinually updated and enhanced and, when used in conjunction with the Keysight SignalStudio family of software products, support a broad range of wireless applications and formatsincluding GSM, WCDMA, LTE, Bluetooth®, WLAN, WiMAX, as well as digital video and audioBecause transitioning to a new signal generator requires careful consideration, this documentwas created to provide an overview and comparison ofthe new Keysight N51718 and N5172BEXG X-Series RF signal generators with the first-generation MXG-Series sources (N5181A andN5182A).
While the first-generation MXG signal generators will continue to offer high performance signalgeneration and application versatility for years to come.new technologies and measurement demands will require even higher levelsof performance in areas such as extended frequency range, signal bandwidth, significantlylarger waveform memory size, and real-time vector signal generation. Also, many users willprefer the latest instrument connectivity interfaces such as Giaabit LAN and dual USB ports. lfthese aspects interest you, then now is the time for you to make the transition from the N518xAMXG to the new EXG X-Series siqnal generators.