External frontends and converters

The R&S external frontends and converters are a convenient way to extend the usable frequency of Rohde & Schwarz signal and spectrum analyzers and signal generators. These frontends are available in several different models, all the way up to 330 GHz. By using a frontend or a converter, it is possible to be closer to the device under test reducing cable losses, which increases the sensitivity of the receiver and the output power of the generator. This is particularly important in an over the air environment. To complete the solution, a range of accessories is available, including a variety of bandpass filters, tunable attenuators and horn antennas.

The R&S®FExx frontends come as completely calibrated units, with built in high performance local oscillators for best signals quality. They are fully integrated into the base instruments firmware and enable the easiest control possible.

The R&S®FCxx converters are flexible standalone units that provide the user a wide range of options to select the optimal intermediate frequency/local oscillator combination. Each converter is characterized in the factory and supplied with the measurement and alignment data.”