33120A Function/Arbitrary

Waveform Generator
• 15 MHz sine and square wave outputs
• Sine, triangle, square, ramp, noise and more
• 12-bit, 40MSa/s, 16,000-point deep arbitrary waveforms
• Direct digital synthesis for excellent stability

Uncompromising performance for standard waveforms

The Keysight Technologies, Inc. 33120A Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator uses direct digital-
synthesis techniques to create a stable, accurate output signal for clean, low distortion sine waves. It also
gives you fast rise- and fall-time square wave, and linear ramp waveforms down to 100 μHz.

Custom waveform generation

Use the 33120A to generate complex custom waveforms such as a heartbeat or the output of a
mechanical transducer. With 12-bit resolution, and a sampling rate of 40 MSa/s, the 33120A gives you
the flexibility to create any waveform you need. It also lets you store up to four 16,000-deep waveforms in
nonvolatile memory.

Easy-to-use functionality
Front-panel operation of the 33120A is straightforward and intuitive. You can access any of ten major
functions with a single key press or two, then use a simple knob to adjust frequency, amplitude and offset.
To save time, you can enter voltage values directly in Vp-p, Vrms or dBm. Internal AM, FM, FSK and
burst modulation make it easy to modulate waveforms without the need for a separate modulation source.
Linear and log sweeps are also built in, with sweep rates selectable from 1ms to 500 s. GPIB and RS-232
interfaces are both standard, plus you get full programmability using SCPI commands.

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Optional phase-lock capability
The Option 001 phase lock/TCXO timebase gives you the ability to generate synchronized phase-offset
signals. An external clock input/output lets you synchronize with up to three other 33120As or with an
external 10-MHz clock.

Option 001 also gives you a TCXO timebase for increased frequency stability. With accuracy of 4 ppm/yr,
the TCXO timebase make a 33120A ideal for frequency calibrations and other demanding applications.

With Option 001, new commands let you perform phase changes on the fly, via the front panel or from a
computer, allowing precise phase calibration and adjustment.

Link the Keysight 33120A to your PC

The included Keysight IntuiLink software allows you to easily create, edit, and download complex
waveforms using the IntuiLink Arbitrary Waveform Editor. Or you can capture a waveform using IntuiLink
Oscilloscope or DMM and send it to the 33120A for output. For programmers, ActiveX components can
be used to control the instrument using SCPI commands. IntuiLink provides the tools to easily create,
download, and manage waveforms for your 33120A. To find out more about IntuiLink, visit
www.keysight.com/find/intuilink.

The 33120A can also be used in conjunction with the 34811A BenchLink Arb software. This Windows-
based program lets you create and edit waveforms on your PC and download them to the 33120A.

Waveforms
Standard Sine, square, triangle, ramp, noise, sin(x)/x,
exponential rise exponential fall, cardiac, dc volts.

Arbitrary

Waveform length 8 to 16,000 points

Amplitude resolution 12 bits (including sign)

Sample rate 40 MSa/s
Non-volatile memory Four (4) 16,000 waveforms

Frequency Characteristics
Sine 100 μHz - 15 MHz

Square 100 μHz - 15 MHz

Triangle 100 μHz - 100 kHz
Ramp 100 μHz - 100 kHz
White noise 10 MHz bandwidth

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 Resolution 10 μHz or 10 digits

Accuracy 10 ppm in 90 days, 20 ppm in 1 year, 18°C - 28°C

Temp. Coeff < 2 ppm/°C
Aging < 10 ppm/yr

Sinewave Spectral Purity

Harmonic distortion

dc to 20 kHz -70 dBc

20 kHz to 100 kHz -60 dBc
100 kHz to 1 MHz -45 dBc
1 MHz to 15 MHz -35 dBc

Spurious (non-harmonic)

DC to 1 MHz <-65 dBc

1 MHz to 15 MHz < -65 dBc + 6 dB/octave

Total harmonic distortion

DC to 20 kHz <0.04%
Phase noise <-55 dBc in a 30 kHz band

Signal Characteristics

Squarewave

Rise/Fall time < 20 ns

Overshoot 4%
Asymmetry 1% + 5ns
Duty cycle 20% to 80% (to 5 MHz)
40% to 60% (to 15 MHz)

Triangle, Ramp, Arb

Rise/Fall time 40 ns (typical)

Linearity <0.1% of peak output
Setting Time <250 ns to 0.5% of final value
Jitter <25ns

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Output Characteristics

Amplitude

(into 50Ω) 50 mVpp - 10 Vpp1

Accuracy (at 1 kHz) ± 1% of specified output

Flatness (sinewave relative to 1 kHz)

< 100 kHz ± 1% (0.1 dB)
100 kHz to 1 MHz ± 1.5% (0.15 dB)
1 Mz to 15 MHz ± 2% (0.2 dB) Ampl ≥ 3Vrms
± 3.5% (0.3 dB) Ampl < 3Vrms
Output Impedance 50Ω (fixed)
Offset (into 50Ω)2 + 5 Vpk ac + dc
Accuracy ± 2% of setting + 2 mV
Resolution 3 digits, amplitude and offset
Units Vpp, Vrms, dBm
Isolation 42 Vpk maximum to earth
Protection Short circuit protected
± 15 Vpk overdrive < 1 minute

Modulation

AM

Carrier -3dB Freq. 10 MHz (typical)

Modulation any internal waveform including Arb
Frequency 10 mHz - 20 kHz
Depth 0% - 120%
Source Internal/External

FM

Modulation any internal waveform including Arb

Frequency 10 mHz - 10 kHz

Deviation 10 mHz - 15 MHz

Source Internal only

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 FSK

Internal rate 10 mHz - 50 kHz

Frequency Range 10 mHz - 15 MHz
Source Internal/External (1 MHz max.)

Burst

Carrier Freq. 5 MHz max.

Count 1 to 50,000 cycles or infinite
Start Phase -360° to +360°
Internal Rate 10 mHz - 50 kHz ± 1%
Gate Source Internal/External Gate
Trigger Single, External or Internal Rate

Sweep

Type Linear or Logarithmic

Direction Direction
Start F/Stop F Start F/Stop F
Speed 1 ms to 500 s ± 0.1%
Trigger Single, External, or Internal

Rear Panel Inputs

Ext. AM Modulation ± 5 Vpk = 100% modulation 5kΩ input resistance

External Trigger/ FSK/Burst Gate TTL low true

System Characteristics3

Configuration Times4

Function Change:5 80 ms
Frequency Change:5 30 ms
Amplitude Change: 30 ms
Offset Change: 10 ms
Select User Arb: 100 ms
Modulation Parameter Change: <350 ms

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Arb Download Times over GPIB

Arb Length Binary ASCII Integer ASCII Real6

16,000 points 8 sec 81 sec 100 sec

8,192 points 4 sec 42 sec 51 sec

4,096 points 2.5 sec 21 sec 26 sec

2,048 points 1.5 sec 11 sec 13 sec

Arb Download Times over RS-232 at 9600 Baud:7

Arb Length Binary ASCII Integer ASCII Real8

16,000 points 35 sec 101 sec 134 sec

8,192 points 18 sec 52 sec 69 sec
4,096 points 10 sec 27 sec 35 sec
2,048 points 6 sec 14 sec 18 sec

[1] 100 mVpp - 20 Vpp into open circ uit

[2] Offset ≤ 2x pk - pk amplitude
[3] Times are typic al. May vary bas ed on c ontroller perf ormanc e
[4] Time to change parameter and output the new signal.
[5] Modulation or s weep off
[6] Times f or 5-digit and 12-digit numbers
[7] For 4800 baud, multiply the download times by two; For 2400 baud, multiply the download times by f our, etc .
[8] Time f or 5-digit numbers; f or 12-digit numbers, multiply the 5-digit numbers by two

Option 001 Phaselock/TCXO Timebase

Timebase Accuracy

Setability Setability
Stability ± 1 ppm 0° - 50°
Aging < 2ppm in first 30 days (continuous operation)
0.1 pm/month (after first 30 days)

External Reference Input

Lock Range 10 MHz ± 50 Hz

Level -10 dBm to + 15 dBm
+25 dBm or 10 Vpp
max input
Impedance 50Ω ± 2%, 42 Vpk isolation to earth
Lock Time < 2 seconds

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 Internal Reference Output

Frequency 10 MHz
Level > 1 Vpp into 50 Ω

Phase Offset

Range + 360° to - 360°.

Resolution 0.001°
Accuracy 25 ns

Trigger Output

Level 5V zero-going pulse

Pulse Width > 2μs typical
Fanout Capable of driving up to three 33120As

Ordering Information

Keysight 33120A Function/Arb Generator Opt. 001 Phase Lock/TCXO Timebase Option

General
Power Supply 110V/120V/220V/240V
±10%
Power Line Frequency 45 Hz to 66 Hz and 360 Hz to 440 Hz
Power Consumption 50VA peak (28 W average)
Operating Environment 0°C to 55°C

Storage Environment -40°C to 70°C

State Storage Memory Power Off state automatically saved, 3 User Configurable
Stored States
Interface IEEE-488 and RS-232 standard
Language SCPI - 1993, IEEE-488.2

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 Dimensions (W x H x D)

Bench top 254.4mm x 103.6mm x 374mm

Rack mount 212.6mm x 88.5mm x 348.3mm
Weight 4 kg (8.8 lbs)
Safety Designed to. UL-1244, CSA 1010, EN61010.
EMC Tested to MIL-461C, EN55011, EN50082-1
Vibration and Shock MIL-T-28800, Type III, Class 5
Acoustic Noise 30 dBa
Warm-up Time 1 hour

Ordering Information
33120A Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator

Accessories included

Operating manual, service manual, quick reference guide, IntuiLink connectivity software, test data,
and power cord

Options

Opt. 001 Phase lock/TCXO timebase

Opt. 106 BenchLink Arb software (34811A) > 1 Vpp into 50 Ω
Opt. 1CM Rack Mount Kit (34190A)*
Opt. 910 Extra manual set

Manual language options (please specify one)

ABA US English
ABD German
ABE Spanish
ABF French
ABJ Japanese
ABZ Italian
ABO Taiwan Chinese
AB1 Korean

Accessories

Keysight 34161A Accessory pouch

Keysight 34811A BenchLink Arb software

* For racking two side-by-side, order both items below

Loc k-link Kit (P/N 5061-9694)
Flange Kit (P/N 5063-9212)

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This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies, 2001-2019, Published in USA, November 12, 2019, 5968-0125EN