Rohde Schwarz SMCV100B Vector Signal Generator with 4 kHz to 6 GHz Range I/Q Modulation and 5-inch Touchscreen

The Rohde & Schwarz SMCV100B is a cost-optimized economy vector signal generator designed for high-volume production testing and educational environments. Covering 4 kHz to 6 GHz with I/Q vector modulation capabilities, the SMCV100B combines essential RF performance with a compact form factor and intuitive touchscreen operation, making it an ideal choice for applications where value and reliability are paramount.

• Wide Frequency Coverage: 4 kHz to 6 GHz covering all key RF bands from HF to C-band for production testing of wireless, broadcast, and general-purpose RF devices.
• Versatile Output Power: -120 dBm to +17 dBm output range with electronic attenuator for precision level control across the full dynamic range.
• Good Phase Noise: -120 dBc/Hz at 20 kHz offset (typ., 1 GHz carrier) for reliable adjacent channel and receiver selectivity measurements.
• Multi-Format Modulation: Built-in AM, FM, PM, and Pulse modulation plus optional I/Q vector modulation for complex digital signal generation.
• 5-inch Touchscreen: Intuitive capacitive color touchscreen with modern R&S interface for quick configuration and measurement setup.
• Fast Frequency Switching: Less than 1.5 ms (typ.) switching speed for high-throughput automated production test applications.

• Compact dimensions of 350 x 100 x 350 mm and lightweight 5.0 kg design save valuable rack and bench space in production environments.
• Low power consumption and efficient thermal design enable dense rack-mount deployment without overheating concerns.
• Rugged mechanical construction for reliable operation in demanding production floor conditions.
• Optional rack-mount kit for integration into 19-inch test racks.

When equipped with the optional internal baseband generator (up to 120 MHz bandwidth), the SMCV100B can generate complex digitally modulated signals for testing modern wireless receivers, including LTE, WLAN, Bluetooth, and IoT devices. This upgrade transforms the SMCV100B from a basic signal generator into a full-featured vector signal source.

• Production line testing of RF components, modules, and receivers
• Wireless device manufacturing test (cellular, WLAN, Bluetooth, IoT)
• Education and university RF communications laboratories
• Service and maintenance of RF communication equipment
• General-purpose RF signal generation in R&D environments

• USB 2.0 for direct PC connection and firmware updates
• LAN 10/100 Base-T for network-based remote control with SCPI command support
• GPIB (optional) for legacy automated test system integration
• Compatible with R&S VISA, LabVIEW, and MATLAB instruments control