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The HP 3730B Down Converter is used with plug-in RF Modules to provide RF to IF conversion to either 70MHz or 140MHz. A tracking AFC and recovered sweep facility causes the local oscillator in the 3730B to track the incomming swept RF signal. Option 010 incorporates an additional IF section comprising a 25dB fixed gain amplifier and a 30dB stepped attenuator (switched in -5dB, +5dB, +15dB and +25dB steps). Minimum input level is normally -15dBm and with Option 010, -40dBm. The 3730B cost $4,350 in 1987.
Front Panel with optional IF Input & Output,
controls and space for plug-in RF Module
3736B
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1.7 to 4.2GHz
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$5,600
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3737B
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3.7 to 8.5GHz
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$6,700
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3738B
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5.9 to 11.7GHz
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$7,800
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3739B
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10.7 to 14.5GHz
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$11,150
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Rear Panel with Sweep In and Sweep Out BNC connectors
Top and bottom views with the covers removed
April 2009
This 3730B includes the Option 010. I have not been able to find a Manual for download. Apart from a good clean up, it was in good condition.
June 2009
Powered up ok and all the voltages are correct. Without the plug-in RF Module, it is of limited use. The regulated power supply provides +20V, +15V, +5V and -5V. The IF input and output can be used independantly of the RF Module. This provides a useful IF amplifier and attenuator which is flat to the 600MHz -3dB point then tails off smoothly.
February 2010
Now sold.