8563E Agilent

Functions

Performs signal frequency analysis across a wide range of inputs using superheterodyne architecture, converting RF signals to lower frequency manageable signals for analysis, with frequency span capabilities from 9 kHz up to 26.5 GHz; interfaces with external devices via GPIB and RS-232 ports; includes options for EMC testing, adjacent channel power measurements, and scalar network analysis.

Platforms

Portable 26.5 GHz spectrum analyzer with frequency range from 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz, featuring a large color display, GPIB interface, and digital filtering for precise signal analysis. Integrates with networked test systems, personal computers, and third-party test equipment through standard interfaces. Functions in R&D labs, production lines, field environments, EMI/EMC testing facilities, and wireless communication infrastructure settings. Compatible with RF antennas, mixers, cabling, external references, and signal generators. Used for wireless protocol analysis, satellite communications testing, radar system evaluation, and general RF signal characterization.

Applications

Characterization of RF/microwave components and systems across 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz. Used for spectral mask compliance, spurious emission detection, noise figure measurements, and intermodulation distortion analysis in wireless communication, radar, and satellite systems. Essential for EMC/EMI pre-compliance testing and general purpose R&D in high-frequency electronics design and manufacturing.

Accessories

Power cord, BNC (female) to N (male) adapter, SMA (female) to N (male) adapter, 9-inch BNC cable, front cover (installed); optional Agilent 11970 series harmonic mixers or 11974 series preselected mixers for millimeter-wave frequencies; HP 85620A mass memory module; HP-IB interface cable; digitized fast time domain sweep option (option 007). Interfaces include RF input on Type N female 50 O connector, IF input and first LO output on SMA female 50 O connectors, calibration output on BNC female 50 O connector, and probe power outputs. The analyzer has MIL-T-28800 rugged design[1][2][3][4][5].

Interfaces

RF input: Type N female connector, 50 ohm impedance, frequency range 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz. Second RF input: Type N female, 50 ohm, 9 kHz to 2.9 GHz. LO output/External mixer port: SMA female. 10 MHz reference: BNC female input/output. Video output: BNC female. Probe power: supplies +15V, -12.6V, and ground via 3-pin connector. HP-IB/GPIB interface: IEEE-488 24-pin connector for remote control. VGA video output: 15-pin D-sub for external monitor. Parallel printer port: 25-pin D-sub female. Memory card slot: PCMCIA Type II for measurement storage. Requires external calibration source, tracking generator optional.

Specifications

Portable, synthesized microwave spectrum analyzer with frequency coverage from 30 Hz (optionally from 9 kHz standard) to 26.5 GHz. Features fast digital resolution bandwidths selectable from 1 Hz to 100 Hz, continuous sweep capability, and advanced measurement functions including adjacent channel power, channel power, carrier power, occupied bandwidth percentage, and time-gated signal analysis. Offers outstanding phase noise, wide dynamic range, and 1 Hz frequency resolution counter with precision timebase. Designed to MIL-T-28800 rugged standard for harsh environments. Standard interfaces include Type N and SMA RF inputs, and HP-IB for remote control. Commonly used for RF signal characterization, digital radio measurements, and burst/modulated signal analysis.

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