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E4438C Vector Signal Generator Overview
Modes of Operation
• Custom Real Time I/Q Baseband mode produces a single carrier, but it can be modulated with real-time
data that allows real-time control over all of the parameters that affect the signal. The single-carrier
signal that is produced can be modified by applying various data patterns, filters, symbol rates,
modulation types, and burst shapes. To learn more, refer to “Using the Real Time I/Q Baseband
Generator” on page 378.
• Multitone mode produces up to 64 continuous wave signals (or tones) with adjustable amplitude and
frequency spacing. To learn more, refer to “Multitone Waveform Generator” on page 365.
• Dual ARB mode is used to control the playback sequence of waveform segments that have been written
into the ARB memory located on the internal baseband generator. These waveforms can be generated by
the internal baseband generator using any of the Arb modulation formats, or downloaded through a
remote interface into the ARB memory. To learn more, refer to “Using the Dual ARB Waveform Player”
on page 106.