PXI-5670 Overview

The PXI-5670 Vector Signal Generator consists of the following two PXI hardware modules:
  • PXI-5421 Waveform Generator—16 bit, 100 megasample-per-second (MS/s) arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) module (400 MS/s interpolated)
  • PXI-5610 RF Signal Upconverter—2.7 GHz RF superheterodyne upconverter module
Note There is no physical device labeled "PXI-5670". The PXI-5670 is the instrument comprised of the PXI-5610 and the PXI-5421 modules. The PXI-5670 is operated by NI-RFSG.

The PXI-5670 has the following characteristics and features:

  • 250 kHz to 2.7 GHz frequency range
  • +13 dBm to -145 dBm amplitude range
  • 22 MHz instantaneous bandwidth
  • 10 MHz oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO) timebase with ±20 ppb frequency stability, ±50 ppb frequency accuracy
  • 132 dB compression-to-noise dynamic range
  • Up to -119 dBc/Hz typical noise density
  • Up to 256 MB of AWG module onboard waveform memory
  • NI-RFSG instrument driver software transparently operates both modules as a single unit
  • Three-slot wide PXI/3U CompactPCI form factor

The PXI-5670 follows industry-standard Plug&Play specifications for the PXI bus and allows seamless integration with compliant systems.

Note Refer to the PXI-5670 Specifications for the most recent module specifications.

The PXI-5670 hardware modules interconnect using SMA-SMB coaxial cables, included in your hardware kit, as illustrated in the following figure. Refer to the PXI-5670 Getting Started Guide for more information about interconnecting hardware modules.

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