Network analyser family bolstered by 8.5GHz model

2nd April 2014

Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent)

Mick Elliott

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Agilent Technologies has expanded its PNA-X family of network analysers with an 8.5 GHz model that more economically supports lower-frequency devices used in wireless communication applications (e.g., handsets, base stations, WLAN and other mobile communication devices). The new network analyser offers lower cost and frequency to bring advanced measurement capabilities to the cost-sensitive wireless communication device market.

With low-noise amplifier tests there are typically multiple test stations, such as small signal gain/match, distortions and noise figure; the PNA-X integrates these test stations into one. By integrating measurements from multiple test stations into one, the PNA-X reduces the number of test stations by as much as 75 percent and reduces costs by 30 percent.

The new model also now brings the NVNA solution to engineers working in the RF and microwave frequency ranges. Using NVNA, X-parameters are measured and then used to create X-parameter models that can be imported into Agilent’s Advanced Design System (ADS) to simulate actual linear and nonlinear component behaviour.

Key features of the PNA-X Series network analysers include

single-connection, multiple measurements. The configurable 2- or 4-port network analysers offer a unique single-connection solution for CW and pulsed S-parameter, compression, intermodulation distortion (IMD) and noise figure measurements
Two built-in high-performance signal sources, making the PNA-X the industry’s only 2-port network analyser with an internal second source. Sources offer high output power (+16 dBm), low harmonics (-60 dBc) and a wide power sweep range (40 dB).
Internal signal-routing switches. Switches provide increased flexibility for adding signal conditioning hardware or additional test equipment for single connection measurements
Internal pulse modulators and generators for fast, simplified pulse measurement. This advanced capability enables pulse measurements up to 30 times faster compared with other analysers that require external generators and modulators