Spectra VCO Series

Spectra VCO Series

A compact analog wideband VCO-based RF exciter
designed for fast frequency-agile signal generation across multiple RF bands

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Exosense spectra VCO jamming module

SPECTRA VCO

Seamless integration into RF jamming and electronic warfare systems

Key features

The Exosense SPECTRA-VCO Series is a compact, frequency-agile analog RF exciter designed for
wideband signal generation and RF jamming applications.

  • Fully analog swept frequency VCO architecture
  • Independent control of frequency, bandwidth, and sweep rate
  • Compact PCB size: 48 × 30 mm
  • RF output power up to +15 dBm
  • Available for common frequency bands; 433MHz, 915MHz, 2.4GHz, 5.1GHz, 5.8GHz and in between

A super low-cost jamming signal generator

Easy integration

Easily integrate the Exosense SPECTRA VCO signal generator in your hand-held, vehicle mount or static jamming systems

Quick test

Use the Exosense SPECTRA VCO Signal generator module to test your power amplifiers in a production setup

Rugged

Exosense SPECTRA VCO is tested for extreme temperatures and retains its performance throughout its rough life

Use cases

  • Counter-drone RF jamming systems
  • GNSS denial and interference systems
  • Electronic Warfare (EW) exciters
  • Frequency-hopping signal disruption
  • Local oscillator (LO) source for RF up-conversion
  • RF test and signal generation platforms
  • Portable, vehicle-mounted, and fixed jammer systems
  • Custom RF research and development platforms
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Full specifications

ParameterVCO Module 1VCO Module 2VCO Module 3Notes
Frequency Range2.4 – 2.5 GHz5.15 – 5.25 GHz5.72 – 5.85 GHzFully tunable via potentiometers
Centre Frequency2.45Ghz5.2Ghz5.8Ghz 
Sweep Frequency Range2 – 2.6 GHz4.8 – 5.5 GHz5.5– 6.2 GHzAdjustable via potentiometers (Tune bandwidth and Tune Frequency )
Sweep Rate0.5 – 170 kHz0.5 – 180 kHz10 – 200 kHzAdjustable via RC value
RF Output Power (Adjustable )+5 to +15 dBm+5 to +15 dBm+5 to +15 dBmInternal attenuator for adjustable RF power; can drive line amplifier to feed HPA
`Output Impedance 50 Ohm50 Ohm50 Ohm 
Input Voltage (DC)12 V12 V12 VDC supply adjustable for system requirement
Supply Current 150mA150mA150 mA 
Phase Noise≤ –115 dBc/Hz (@100 kHz)≤ –103 dBc/Hz (@100 kHz)≤ –102 dBc/Hz (@100 kHz)Typical values
Frequency & Bandwidth ControlMultiturn potentiometersMultiturn potentiometersMultiturn potentiometersFully analog
RF Output ConnectorSMA female / PCB padSMA female / PCB padSMA female / PCB padConnector customizable per system
Dimensions (PCB)48 × 30 mm48 × 30 mm48 × 30 mmCompact module
Mounting Holes4 x M2.5mm4 x M2.5mm4 x M2.5mm 
Environmental–40°C to +85°C–40°C to +85°C–40°C to +85°CContinuous duty operation
ModularityMulti-band support, modular DC voltage, modular connectorMulti-band support, modular DC voltage, modular connectorMulti-band support, modular DC voltage, modular connectorModules can be scaled in banks

Ordering information

Product SeriesFrequency BandSweep BandwidthOrdering Part NumberRemarks
SPECTRA-VCO2.4 GHz Band0.5 – 120 MHzSPECTRA-VCO-2400Standard configuration
SPECTRA-VCO5.1 GHz Band0.5 – 180 MHzSPECTRA-VCO-5100Standard configuration
SPECTRA-VCO5.8 GHz Band10 – 200 MHzSPECTRA-VCO-5800Standard configuration
SPECTRA-VCO915 MHz Band0.5 – 50 MHzSPECTRA-VCO-915Custom configuration
SPECTRA-VCO430 MHz Band0.5 – 50 MHzSPECTRA-VCO-430Custom configuration
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Exosense Systems

Sher-E-Punjab Soc, Semvan,

Plot No. 46-47 Off Mahakali Road,

Andheri East, Mumbai – 400093

info@exosensesystems.com

+91 8928139086

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