Al,
While a solid variable signal generator is a great asset, I have a
URM-25, but it isn't exactly trouble free or "small footprint", I also
have an Elecraft XG-1 "S-meter calibrator. It puts out an S-9 signal and
a 1 uV signal on a crystal frequency with remarkable accuracy for $39.
They also have an XG-2 that puts out a calibrated signal on multiple
bands. See http://www.elecraft.com/.
The combination of one of these and a less than stellar signal generator
will go a long way towards where you're headed, I would expect.
73 & GL, Joel
Joel R. Hallas, W1ZR
Al Gulseth wrote:
Needing more advice here:
I'm thinking strongly that I need to pick up a signal generator since I seem
to be quite frequently dealing with minor issues on my "collection" of old
PTO based rigs. What would be a step up from the old Eico/Heath etc. type
offerings that would [hopefully] be inexpensive and have a relatively small
footprint? I'd like to have a calibrated attenuator if possible but beyond
that, as long as it covers the HF range and is reasonably stable I'm not
picky (analog is fine, doesn't have to be synthesized). Also, I'd prefer
solid state if possible. Maybe something of the older HP etc. offerings like
the HP 8601 without the sweep function?
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