Rent me for $600 a month

The Advantest R3765AH network analyzer is an instrument which measures the complex transmission and reflection characteristics of two-port devices in the frequency domain. It does this by sampling the incident signal, separating the transmitted and reflected waves, and then performing ratios that are directly related to the reflection and transmission coefficients of the two-port. Frequency is swept to rapidly obtain amplitude and phase information over a band of frequencies of interest.

Advantest R3765AH network analyzers utilize synthesized-frequency sources to provide a known test stimulus that can sweep across a range of frequencies or power levels. Advantest R3765AH network analyzers also can perform ratio measurements (including phase), which require multiple receivers. The Advantest R3765AH can provide a wealth of knowledge about a device under test (DUT), including its magnitude, phase, and group-delay response.

 

Features

• Built-in signal separator
• 4-chan/8-trace
• Color Display
• Hi-sweep: 0.15ms/pt
• BASIC programmable memory  (1MB)
• Save register capacity (2MB)
• Faster BASIC processor speed
• Limit lines CDMA IF filter analyzer functions
• Wide Dynamic Range: 100dB
• Output Accuracy : 0.5dB

Advantest R3767B Color 8 Ghz Network Analyzer

Rent me for $1000 a month

 

The Advantest R3767B covers 40MHz to 8.0 GHz with a built-in SWR bridge Network Analyzer

 

Features

• Built-in SWR bridge
• 2 measurement channels
• Hi-speed signal processing
• Sweep mode: 0.15milliseconds per testpoint
• Electronic Attenuator
• Programable sweep functions
• TFT color display
• Limit lines
• Built-in BASIC controller
• Output Accuracy : 0.5dB
• Minimum Frequency: 40 MHz Source 
• Maximum Frequency: 8.0 GHz Source 
• Frequency Resolution: 1 Hz 
• Source Frequency Accuracy: 0.002 % 
• Power Resolution: 0.01 dB 
• Output Impedance: 50 Ohm 
• No. of Receiver Channels: 1 channel 
• Receiver Minimum Frequency: 40 MHz 
• Receiver Maximum Frequency: 8.0 GHz 
• Maximum Dynamic Range: 100 dB 
• Minimum Displayed Average Noise: -100 dBm 
• Maximum Displayed Average Noise: -90 dBc 
• Maximum Input Decibel: 0 dBm 
• Input Connector Type: Type-N(f)

It is composed of

• Marconi 6500 Precision scalar analyzer
• Marconi 6313 10 MHz - 26.5 GHz, programmable sweep generator with ultra wide frequency coverage
• Marconi 6513 Detector
• Krytar 202S Detector
• Krytar 2616 26.5GHz precision directional coupler
• Operating manuals
• BNC to BNC interconnection cables.

The Marconi 6313 signal generator is an electronic instrument that generates repeating electronic signals. It contains an electronic oscillator, a circuit that is capable of creating a repetitive waveform.

• CW Accuracy +/- 3 MHz typical
• Automatic cal using GPIB
• Sweep Accuracy +/- 20 MHz
• LCD Display
• RF Blanking
• Counter trigger
• Clock/calendar
• Footswitch
• Output connector: Type APC 3.5(f)
• VSWR: 1.7

Agilent 85046A S-Parameter Test Set

50 Ohm Inputs  300 kHz to 3 GHz

Rent me for $400 a month

The Agilent 85046A test set provides the capability to simultaneously measure the transmission and reflection characteristics of 50 ohm devices. The test set is controlled from the analyzer and includes programmable step attenuators. It can be used with the Agilent 8753A/B/C, 8753D/E/ES Option 011, 4395, 4396 and selected 8702 lightwave component analyzer configurations.

Features

• Provides the capability to measure reflection and transmission characteristics (including S-parameters) of two-port devices in either direction with a single connection.
• Includes a programmable step attenuator
• Frequency range 300 kHz to 3 GHz
• Contains precision 7 mm connectors

New test sets for the Agilent 8753 network analyzer family

Solid-state test port switches are standard for the Agilent 85046A/B and 85047A S-Parameter Test Sets. These new test sets improve the speed, accuracy and ease of RF component measurements with the 8753. With the 8753 Network Analyzer, these test sets comprise a complete system for measuring the magnitude, phase and group delay response of RF components in the 300 kHz to 6 GHz frequency range. There are three S-Parameter test sets in the 8753 family. The 85046A is a 50-ohm model that operates from 300 kHz to 3 GHz. The 85046B is a 75-ohm version that covers the frequency range of 300  kHz to 2 GHz. The 85047A is a 50-ohm test set that extends the frequency range to 6 GHz.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Agilent 85046B test set provides the capability to simultaneously measure the transmission and reflection characteristics of 75 ohm devices. The test set is controlled from the analyzer and includes programmable step attenuators. It can be used with the Agilent 8753A/B/C, 8753D/E/ES Option 011, 4395, 4396 and selected 8702 lightwave component analyzer configurations.

Features

Agilent E8285A CDMA/PCS Mobile Station Test Set

Rent me for $1000 a month

with options

• C Message Filter
• 6 KHZ BPF

  The Agilent Technologies E8285A CDMA/PCS mobile station test set provides CDMA mobile phone manufacturers with increased measurement speed, improved accuracy, and flexibility to increase test throughput and product quality. Built from the industry standard Agilent Technologies 8924C, the Agilent E8285A offers proven performance and reliability with increased capabilities for manufacturing all current types of TIA/EIA-95 based CDMA mobile phones in a single test set.

Features

• CDMA cellular, CDMA PCS, and analog cellular coverage in one instrument
• One-button call setup
• Built in AWGN source for calibrated E b /N t receiver testing
• Flexible base station emulation
• Extremely fast CDMA and analog testing
• High accuracy and repeatability
• Gated power and open loop response graphical measurements
• Simultaneous receiver and transmitter measurements
• Electronic attenuator and RF front end
• CDMA and analog authentication testing
• CDMA SMS testing
• Soft and softer handoffs
• CDMA to analog handoffs

The Agilent E8285A additionally provides flexible base station emulation and a large set of capabilities which enables CDMA mobile phone designers to produce high quality designs in less time. With the addition of the Agilent 83217A dual-mode mobile station test software, the Agilent E8285A becomes an easy to use automated test system capable of quickly testing dual-mode CDMA mobile phones for incoming inspection, customer return testing, and depot level repair applications. Dual- and Triple-Mode Test Capability The Agilent E8285A includes high performance cellular CDMA and PCS CDMA, and cellular AMPS, NAMPS, TACS, NTACS, and JTACS analog phone test capability. Based on the full featured capabilities of the Agilent 8924C CDMA mobile station test set. One-Button Call Processing With the press of a single button, the Agilent E8285A automatically handles the complex, over-the-air call processing required to make a CDMA or analog phone call. For call processing verification, the Agilent E8285A supports both mobile and base station initiated call connect and disconnect. Once a call is established, verifying the overall functionality of a CDMA mobile is easy, fast, and accurate using the Agilent E8285A's extensive set of functional and parametric test capabilities.

Agilent/HP 11722A 1.3 GHz Sensor Module

Rent me for $350 a month

A Single RF Input Connection

   With the 11722A Sensor Module, you get all the performance of the Modulation Analyzer, plus superb power measurement accuracy, at a single connector. You can characterize a signal without manually switching between the power sensor and the analyzer?s RF input.

Low Input SWR and Insertion Loss

   Special care is taken with each sensor module to minimize input SWR and resulting errors. A low SWR attenuator isolates the power sensor from the source under test, reducing mismatch. Microwave hardware and a selected RF input cable further improve SWR and insertion loss.

Zero the Sensor with One Keystroke

   You can zero the 11722A power sensor without removing it from the source under test. Just push the 890xx ZERO key. After eight seconds, zeroing is completed and the new zero offsets are stored automatically.

   The Agilent 11722A contains a thermal coupled power sensor and a bypass switch that directs the RF signal to the power sensor or directly to the Agilent 890xx. When measuring RF power the RF signal is routed directly to the power sensor in the sensor module. The sensor module can measure RF Power from 100 kHz to 2.6 GHz. When making all other measurements the RF signal is routed through the RF cable directly to the 890xx. The frequency range of the 8902A is 150 kHz to 1300 MHz.

Agilent/HP 35650A (3566A) Mainframe

  Labeled on front as a 3566A but inside as a 35650A

 The 35650A mainframe houses the system modules and provides power and cooling in addition to triggering and sampling synchronization. Can hold up to 8 modules Frequency range is 64 uHz to102.4 KHz.

Agilent/HP 35655A 8 Channel Input Module

 This is an optional input module for the Agilent 35655A. It provides 8 separate analog input channels instead of the standard 2. The bandwidth is limited to 12.8 Khz on each channel from the 2 channel bandwidth of 102.4 Khz. This module is an excellent way to to add 8 channels at a low cost. Perfectly suited for mechanical measurements on machinery or other low frequency applications.

Agilent/HP 35660A Dual Channel Dynamic Signal Analyzer

Rent me for $300 a month

with options

• Option 001 Add 2 Mbyte RAM
• Option W30 

 

Features

• Network and spectrum analysis
• 102.4 kHz single-channel measurements
• 401-line resolution
• ±0.5 dB amplitude accuracy
• ±0.4 dB and ± 1.0 degree channel match

 

The 35660A Dual-Channel, Dynamic Signal Analyzer is an FFT-based instrument that provides spectrum and network measurements in electronics, mechanical test, acoustics, and other low frequency application areas. The analyzer also offers built-in test and automation features, traditionally available only with a computer. The unit performs spectrum analysis from 488µHz to 102.4kHz and network analysis from 244µHz to 51.2kHz. The FFT provides 401 lines of resolution in both one- and two-channel modes. Accuracy is ±0.003% of frequency reading.

The 35660A is typically 10 to 100 times faster than swept-spectrum analyzers for equivalent measurements, and it provides higher resolution (244 µHz throughout the 102.4 kHz frequency range).  This speed and resolution contribute to the quality of HP 35660A tests for distortion, spur level, frequency drift, intermodulation, and other signal parameters.  With two input channels and a built-ion source, the HP 35660A can quickly measure the response of a low-frequency filters and networks.

The 35660A is also a good choice for low-frequency transmission measurements in telecommunications and other area.  To ensure highly accurate magnitude and phase measurements, the HP 35660A offers ±0.4dB gain and ±1.0 degree input channel phase match.  For custom analysis of these measurements, the HP 35660A provides a wide range of waveform math features.

The 35660A is well-suited to applications that require vibration monitoring at full load.  With the built-in limit tables, users can implement vibration and health monitoring programs on engines, machine tools, and other equipment, without an external computer and without programming.  The analyzer's internal disk drive makes it easy to record, store, and recall limits for production or maintenance testing.

The 35660A uses forces and exponential windows to perform frequency response testing of mechanical devices and structures.  Using HP Instrument BASIC, the analyzer can simplify data collection for your modal surveys.  For complete modal analysis, you can choose from several third-party modal packages.

Another application area for the 35660A is acoustics and noise measurements.  This includes testing for room and device responses, noise identification and level, and underwater acoustic tests such as sono-buoy and sonar transducer testing.  Acoustic intensity measurements are available with third-party software.

Agilent/HP 35665A 102.4 kHz 2 Channel Dynamic Signal Analyzer

Rent me for $500 a month

Agilent/HP 35670A 100 KHz Dynamic Signal Analyzer

Rent me for $600 a month

with option

• 1D2 Swept sine measurement

We love the Agilent/HP 3562A but this just blows it away!

Features

• 102.4 kHz at 1 channel, 51.2 kHz at 2 channel, 25.6 kHz at 4 channel
• 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1600 lines of resolution
• 90 dB dynamic range, 130 dB in swept-sine mode
• Source: Random, Burst random, Periodic chirp, Burst chirp, Pink noise, Sine, Arbitrary waveform
• Measurements: Linear, Cross, and Power Spectrum, Power Spectral Density, Frequency Response, Coherence, THD, harmonic power, Time Waveform, Auto-correlation, Cross-Correlation, Histogram, PDF, CDF
• Octave analysis with triggered waterfall display
• Tachometer input and order tracking with orbit diagram
• Built-in 3.5-inch floppy disk

Instrument Modes

• FFT Analysis Histogram/Time
• Correlation Analysis Time Capture

Measurements

• Frequency Domain
• Frequency Response Power Spectrum
• Linear Spectrum Coherence
• Cross Spectrum Power Spectral
• Density
• Time Domain (oscilloscope mode)
• Time Waveform Autocorrelation
• Cross-Correlation Orbit Diagram
• Amplitude Domain
• Histogram, PDF, CDF
• Trace Coordinates
• Linear Magnitude Unwrapped Phase
• Log Magnitude Real Part
• dB Magnitude Imaginary Part
• Group Delay Nyquist Diagram
• Phase Polar
• Trace Units
• Y-axis Amplitude: combinations of units, unit value, calculated value, and unit format describe y-axis amplitude
• Units: volts, g, meters/sec2, inches/sec2,meters/sec, inches/sec, meters, mils, inches,pascals, Kg, N, dyn, lb, user-defined EUs
• Unit Value: rms, peak, peak-to-peak
• Calculated Value: V, V2, V2/Hz, √Hz, V2s/Hz (ESD)
• Unit Format: linear, dB?s with user selectable dB reference, dBm with user selectable impedance.
• Y-Axis Phase:degrees, radians
• X-Axis:Hz, cpm, order, seconds, user-defined

Agilent/HP 4291B RF Material/Impedance Analyzer

Rent me for $1500 a month

The Agilent 4291B RF impedance/material analyzer provides a total solution for high-accuracy and easy measurement of surface-mount components and dielectric/magnetic materials. The Agilent 4291B uses a direct current-voltage measurement technique, opposing the reflection measurement technique, for more accurate impedance measurement over wide impedance range.

Basic impedance accuracy is +/- 0.8%. High Q accuracy enables low-loss component analysis. An internal synthesizer sweeps frequency from 1 MHz to 1.8 GHz with 1 mHz resolution. A 1.8-m error-less cable connects the analyzer to a test station so you can extend your test point away from the analyzer without losing accuracy. Advanced calibration and error compensation function eliminate measurement error factors in fixtures and assure high accuracy and repeatability at DUT/MUT.

The Agilent 4291B also provides automatic level control and monitor of test signals by using IBASIC programming function; devices can be measured under a constant voltage or current. Measure bias dependent impedance characteristics with optional dc bias (up to 40 V and 100 mA). At the push of a button, the built-in Equivalent Circuit Analysis Function automatically calculates the circuit constant values of five circuit models.

The Agilent 4291B has two measurement channels; each channel can be set to measure a single (e.g. Z) or dual (e.g. Z-theta) impedance parameter. The color TFT with split-display can show both active traces and memory traces (stored in RAM). A built-in floppy disk drive stores programs and test data in either LIF or MS-DOS format. With built-in IBASIC, you can control external test equipment such as a temperature chamber or wafer prober directly from the Agilent 4291B. You do not need a separate instrument controller.

Material Evaluation

The Agilent 4291B enables easy and sophisticated material evaluation and improves material evaluation quality and efficiency. The Agilent 4291B provides the total dielectric/magnetic material measurement solutions in wide frequency range (1 MHz to 1 GHz).

Features

• Four component test fixtures (DUT size: 0.5 mm to 20 mm)
• Independent parameter selection in 2 channels
• Direct read-out permittivity, permeability (option)
• Two material fixtures (operating temperature: -55deg C to +200deg C)
• Versatile analysis (temperature, cole-cole plot, relaxation time)
• Sweep parameters (frequency, ac level, dc bias, temperature)

Agilent/HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer

Rent me for $400 a month

Agilent/HP 8546A EMI Receiver 9 kHz-6.5 GHz

Rent me for $4000 a month

with options

• 85460A RF Filter Section
• 001 75 Ohm-Adds 75 ohm analysis. Input is always 50 ohms impedance
• 011 Tracking Generator to 2.9 GHz

Features

• Traditional receiver features, including automatic overload detection and auto-ranging
• Three tuning modes: manual, stepped and scanning in log or linear format
• Onscreen limit lines
• Automatic antenna and cable correction for direct comparison of measurement data to limits
• Built-in measurement routines which speeds up testing
• Hardcopy output without a computer
• Simultaneous measurement of peak, quasi-peak, and average amplitude
• Tuning Range: Band 1: 9 kHz to 50 MHz, Band 2: 20 MHz to 2.9 GHz, Band 3: 1 GHz to 6.5 GHz
• Bypass: 9 kHz to 2.9 GHz (to 6.5 GHz)

   The Agilent/HP 8546A EMI test receiver is designed for conformance testing to industry standards such as CISPR, EN, FCC, VCCI, and VDE. The Agilent 8546A EMI test receiver is fully CISPR 16 compliant. This includes meeting the strict requirement for ±2 dB absolute amplitude accuracy and correct measurement of the CISPR pulse. With an upper frequency of 2.9 GHz, the 8542E provides extended frequency coverage for:

• Testing the fundamental and first two harmonics of 900 MHz mobile communications devices,
• Performing FCC testing of devices with internally generated frequencies up to 500 MHz,
• Measuring the fundamental of the latest 2.4 GHz wireless communications devices and,
• Testing devices, such as microwave ovens, with emissions above 2 GHz.

   The 8546E includes built-in measurement functions and routines which automate and speed conformance testing. The Measure at Marker function automatically measures the corrected (dBmV/m) peak, quasi peak, and average amplitude of a signal with the press of one key. The built-in DOS disk drive allows a measured, internal list of signals to be easily transferred directly to your personal computer

Agilent/HP 8711A 1.3 GHz RF Network Analyzer

Rent me for $400 a month

with options

• 1E1 Output Attenuator

  The Agilent/HP Agilent 8711A RF Network Analyzer, offers speed, accuracy, and measurement versatility at a price that makes them ideal for high-volume RF component manufacturing. Characterize the transmission / reflection frequency response or measure the insertion loss, power, or SWR of a variety of RF components. The Agilent/HP 8711A RF Network Analyzer, is compact, integrated, and provides fast, simple, and accurate RF testing. The Agilent/HP Agilent 8711A RF Network Analyzer, covers a frequency range of 300kHz to 1.3GHz. Two independent display channels can measure and display two measurements, such as reflection and transmission, in a variety of useful formats.The Agilent/HP 8711A provides speed, accuracy, and measurement versatility at a price that makes it ideal for RF manufacturing.  Characterize the transmission/reflection frequency response or measure the insertion loss, gain, return loss. conversion loss, power, or SWR of a variety of RF components.  The HP 8711A is a compact, integrated network analyzer that provides fast, simple, and accurate RF testing.

Features

• 300 kHz to 1300 MHz
• Internal 3.5 in disk drive (LIF/DOS)
• Narrowband/broadband detection
• "Real time" sweep speed (50 ms/sweep)
• Integrated transmission/reflection test set
• Synthesized 1 Hz resolution source
• Internal HP instrument BASIC
• 90 dB of system dynamic range
• Simple and easy to use

   Integrated synthesized source and transmission/reflection test set enable the complete swept frequency characterization of RF components with a single connection.  The internal synthesized source is a fast (50 ms/sweep) and stable (1 Hz resolution) stimulus for testing narrowband and broadband detection, which makes the instrument ideal for testing linear and non-linear components that make up RF systems.  Broadband detection allows characterization of frequency translation devices, while narrowband detection provides greater than 90 dB of dynamic range for testing high rejection, narrowband devices.

Optional HP Instrument BASIC (IBASIC) puts computer automation capabilities inside the instrument, simplifying measurement setups and testing. A built-in LIF/DOS format 3.5 inch floppy disk drive allows unlimited storage of instrument states, measurement and calibration data, and IBASIC programs. Integrated source, receiver test set, display, and disk drive result in a network analyzer that is easy to use, ideal for manufacturing, incoming inspection, and maintenance applications.

Simplicity, ease of use, and automatic functions save device test time.  The time saving features of the HP 8711A were designed with high volume manufacturing in mind. The HP 8711A is capable of displaying multiple measurement parameters simultaneously on the CRT, such as insertion loss and return loss characteristics. 

Agilent/HP 8714ES 3 GHz RF Network Analyzer

Rent me for $1000 a month

   The Agilent/HP 8714ES features an S-parameter test set with full two-port vector-error correction, providing complete and accurate measurements of device S-parameters. Two independent channels can measure and display two parameters such as S21 (transmission) and S11 (reflection) in a variety of formats including delay and SWR, on retangular, polar or Smith-chart displays. The Agilent 8714ES has a frequency range of 300 kHz to 3 GHz. The ES models contain a 60-dB source attenuator as a standard feature, giving 70-dB of power-level control for testing active and passive devices.

Features

• Narrowband and broadband detection
• 100 dB dynamic range
• Real-time sweep speeds (40 ms/sweep)
• Integrated S-parameter test set
• Synthesized source with 1-Hz resolution
• Standard LAN interface
• Standard Internal Agilent Instrument BASIC (IBASIC)

Designed for high-volume manufacturing

   Agilent Technologies? RF economy network analyzers deliver the best combination of speed, accuracy, productivity features, and low cost. These analyzers help reduce tune and test times, increase throughput, and lower your overall cost per component. They offer all the critical performance and features needed to test typical RF components such as:

• Filters

• Amplifiers

• Antennas

• Cables

• Mixers

• CATV taps and distribution amplifiers

   The 3 GHz 8714ES models are available in 50-ohm versions. While perfectly suited for manual manufacturing operations, Agilent RF economy network analyzers are also fully programmable for automated-test environments. The ES models are code compatible with earlier models in this family, so you can reuse all your existing test software.

New S-parameter capability

   With the addition of S-parameter measurement capability, the Agilent RF economy network analyzer family has evolved to meet today?s test demands of higher-performance components. This capability brings new levels of accuracy, convenience, and affordability for testing RF components. S-parameter network analyzers let you measure the forward and reverse characteristics of your components without having to disconnect, turn around, and reconnect them to the analyzer. They also provide full two-port calibration to give you the best measurement accuracy possible. Depending upon your application, you can choose the optimum performance level of an S-parameter analyzer (ES models) or the lower cost of a transmission/reflection analyzer (ET models).

Agilent/HP 8714ES 3 GHz RF Network Analyzer Option 100

Agilent/HP 8751A 500 Mhz Network Analyzer

Rent me for $750 a month

  with options

• 002 HP IBASIC controller and 1 MB ram expansion

   The Agilent 8751A network analyzer is a high-throughput instrument with lab precision that covers 5 Hz to 500 MHz. The Agilent 8751A provides resolution of 0.001 Hz, 0.001 dB, 0.001 degree, and 10 ps for characterizing the linear behavior of either passive or active networks, devices, or components in the lab and the production test areas. The built-in 1.44 MB disk drive is for direct save/recall of instrument state, calibration data, and application programs for your customization. Dedicated 50/75 Ω S-parameter test sets, 50/75 Ω T/R test kits, and the 1 M Ω input adaptors are all available. This high-throughput network analyzer has a 5 Hz to 500 MHz source with 1 mHz resolution. -50 to +15 dBm power output with 0.1 dB resolution, +/-0.02db dynamic accuracy. Use with external test sets like 87511A, 87511B for 50 ohm or 75 ohm testing. Has a Color display, built-in floppy drive and an HP-IB port.

Features

• 5 Hz to 500 MHz
• ±0.02 dB, ±0.12°dynamic accuracy
• 0.001 Hz, 0.001 dB, 0.001 degree, 10 ps resolution
• Full 2-port and interpolative calibration
• Conjugate matching analysis
• 10 updates of 201 sweep points per second
• 0.4ms/point fast list sweep (IFBW = 4 kHz)
• Up to 4 traces simultaneous measurement/display
• Eight active trace markers per channel
• Instrument BASIC for customization
• List sweep for efficient measurement

Agilent/HP 8753ES S-Parameter Network Analyzer

Rent me for $2500 a month

with options

• 006  6 Ghz Option

  The world?s most popular network analyzer offers more choices than ever to meet your measurement needs. You can now choose either the Agilent 8753ES ? which offers the same integrated S-parameter test set found in the Agilent 8753E ? or the Agilent 8753ET, with its more economical transmission/reflection test set. The 8753ET replaces the 8752C analyzer and provides a wide range of transmission and reflection measurements of devices in the forward direction. The 8753ES allows you to measure both the forward and reverse characteristics of most components with a single connection, and provides full two-port calibration for high measurement accuracy. Test set options1 give you more flexibility in configuring the 8753ES for your application. Both the 8753ET and 8753ES analyzers cover frequency ranges to 3 or 6 GHz and offer up to 110 dB of dynamic range. Frequency and power sweeps allow you to characterize the linear and nonlinear behavior of most active and passive components with magnitude and phase information, absolute power, gain compression, group delay, and time-domain measurements. With their superb measurement accuracy, fast measurement and data transfer speed, and thoughtfully-designed productivity features, 8753ET and 8753ES analyzers are excellent tools to help you improve your designs in R&D or maximize your measurement throughput in manufacturing.

Minimize test time

The 8753ET/ES analyzers provide rapid sweep speeds for real-time tuning, and fast register recalls and data transfers to help minimize your test time.

Display it all

The 8753ET/ES analyzers have two independent measurement channels. Each channel can have different stimulus settings, such as start and stop frequencies and number of points. View the measurement results using up to four display channels in split or overlaid mode on the built-in color LCD, or use the VGA-compatible display output to drive a larger external monitor. You can display any combination of reflection and transmission parameters in magnitude, phase, group delay, Smith chart, polar, SWR or time-domain formats.

Improve your measurement accuracy with a variety of calibrations

Improve accuracy with a broad range of calibration techniques. Enhanced response calibration helps decrease the effects of source match on transmission measurements, providing improved accuracy over a simple response calibration. The 8753ES also offers full two-2-port calibrations for optimum accuracy. 

Agilent/HP 8902A 1.3 Ghz Measuring Receiver

Rent me for $750 a month

 

    The Agilent 8902A measuring receiver delivers the accuracy and resolution of a high performance power meter at frequencies from 150 kHz to 1.3 GHz (50 MHz to 26.5 GHz with the Agilent 11793A microwave converter) and levels from +30 dBm to -127 dBm. It accurately measures AM, FM and M, including residuals and incidentals, with a single keystroke. The Agilent 8902A measuring receiver, with the Agilent 11793A, counts RF signals to 26.5 GHz with 10 Hz resolution and excellent long-term frequency stability. The 8902A measuring receiver with Option 050 offers increased power measurement accuracy. This option specifies Tuned RF Level on the 8902A measuring receiver to an accuracy of ±(0.015 dB + 0.005 dB/10 dB step).

Features

• RF power: digital power meter accuracy
• Tuned RF level: 0 to -127 dBm dynamic range
• Carrier noise: AM and phase noise measurements to -140 dBc/Hz
• AM and FM: 1% accuracy; Phi-M:3% accuracy
• RF frequency: 1 Hz resolution
• Audio: level, frequency, and distortion

   The Agilent Technologies 8902A measuring receiver delivers the accuracy and resolution of a high performance power meter at frequencies from 150 kHz to 1.3 GHz (50 MHz to 26.5 GHz with the Agilent 11793A microwave converter) and levels from +30 dBm to ?127 dBm. It accurately measures AM, FM, and PM, including residuals and incidentals, with a single keystroke. The 8902A measuring receiver, with the 11793A, counts RF signals to 26.5 GHz with 10 Hz resolution and excellent longterm frequency stability. The 8902A measuring receiver with Option 050 offers increased power measurement accuracy. This option specifies Tuned RF Level on the 8902A measuring receiver to an accuracy of ±(0.015 dB + 0.005 dB/10 dB step).

Agilent/HP 89440A Vector Signal Analyzer

Rent me for $2000 a month

with installed options

• 1C2 HP Instrument Basic
• AYB Waterfall and Spectrogram
• AYA Vector Modulation Analysis
• AY9 Extended Time Capture
• AY8 Internal RF Source

The 89440A vector signal analyzer cover baseband through RF frequencies of dc to 1.8 GHz, in scalar and vector analysis modes. The scalar RF instrument mode allows full-frequency coverage in spans of 1798 MHz. Vector RF mode offers exceptional speed and additional signal processing for enhanced time-domain characterization and demodulation. Vector spans as wide as 7 MHz can be selected anywhere in the 1.8 GHz frequency range. In vector RF mode, both phase and amplitude characteristics are captured in the time-series data. This information can be processed for narrow resolution spectrum anaysis, AM/FM/PM demodulation, time-selective analysis, and may other types of mesurements.

The scalar RF instrument mode allows full-frequency coverage to 1798 MHz. Vector RF mode offers exceptional speed and additional signal processing for enhanced time-domain characterization and demodulation.

Ancot Ultra2080 SCSI Bus Analyzer

Rent me for $300 a month

The Ancot Ultra2080 is the premier tool for debugging and optimizing SCSI devices and systems. Built on the success of the industry-leading Ancot Ultra2000, the Ultra2080 provides high performance, hardware-based trace capture, filtering and triggering capabilities.

Features

• Full Support up to SCSI-3 Ultra2
• Rugged Brushed-Aluminum Briefcase Package
• 80MB/s Transfer Rate
• LVD, HVD and SE Interfaces
• Time Resolution of 4 Nanoseconds
• Supports both WIDE (16-bit) and NARROW (8-bit)

With a timing resolution of 4 ns, the Ultra2080 is fully capable of capturing and displaying all SCSI bus activity at Ultra2 speeds of 80 MB/s. Large trace memory, 10/100 Mb Ethernet data transfer, internal hard drive, and a simple pull-down menu interface combine to make the Ultra2080 the new industry standard for high-performance SCSI analyzers.

Ancot's Ultra2080 SCSI Bus Analyzer provides a powerful tool for developing, debugging and optimizing SCSI systems and devices. By capturing and displaying SCSI traffic, including all commands and data, the Ultra2080 shows the user a complete and easy-to-understand picture of SCSI bus activity.

The Ultra2080 is an essential tool for developing device drivers and firmware for SCSI devices and host bus adapters. By providing a direct view of bus activity, the Ultra2080 enables engineers to quickly locate sources of problems and ensure complieance with all specifications.

The Ultra2080 is also an aid to system integrators, to ensure quick identification of problems and to help optimize performance of SCSI devices in Heavily-loaded and high data rate invironments. The Ultra2080 is the simplest and easiest way to identify the source of bus hangs, device errors, timing mismatches and a host of other potential problems.
 

Anritsu S332D Sitemaster Antenna and Cable Analyzer

Rent me for $1000 a month

with options

• 3 Color Display
• 10A +12 to +24V variable (1V steps) Bias Tee
• 21 Transmission Measurement
• 29 Power Meter
• OSL Open Short and Load Combo

Applications In Wireless Network Field Measurements

• Cable and antenna testing for VHF, broadcasting, paging, cellular, PCS/GSM, 3G, ISM, WLAN and WLL applications.
• Return Loss measurement
• Distance-To-Fault measurement
• Cable loss measurement Interference Detection and Analysis
• Rapid sweep speed to detect interference
• AM/FM/SSB detection
• Interfering signal type determination helps quickly determine source of cellular interference Base Station Transmitter Performance Testing
• Channel power
• Adjacent Channel Power Ratio
• Occupied Bandwidth

Features

• Superior Immunity to RF interference
• Locate long range problems with 517 data points

 

Anritsu S810A 10 Ghz Sitemaster Cable and Antenna Analyzer

Frequency Range: 3.3 GHz to 10 GHz

Rent me for $700 a month

The Site Master S810A instruments are the most accurate, reliable and convenient one port microwave transmission line and antenna analyzers available for installation, verification, troubleshooting, and repair of microwave communication systems. 

   Anritsu?s Site Master cable and antenna analyzer is the preferred choice of service providers, network operators and contractors worldwide who install, deploy, maintain and troubleshoot wireless communication systems. Featuring an advanced synthesizer-based, handheld, battery-operated design, Site Master helps wireless field engineers and technicians detect cable feedline and antenna system problems before they become costly, time-consuming system failures. Superior immunity to ambient RF levels, and excellent directivity and source match ensure accurate and repeatable measurements.

Features

• Handheld, battery-operated design
• Lightweight at only 4.2 lbs. (including battery)
• Superior Immunity to RF interference
• Locate long range problems with 517 data points
• Tune Mode for waveguide component alignment/testing
• Multilingual user interface;
• English, Portuguese, French, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, German Saves 10 Measurement Test Set-Ups
• Saves up to 200 Measurement Traces
• Clearly defined user interface for Coaxial cable and Waveguide media
• Pop-up menus for cable list, waveguide list, and compatible flange list
• Quickly select cable/waveguide type and test parameters without setup error
• Alphanumeric Labeling of Saved Measurements
• Automatic Time and Date Stamp of Saved Data
• Rechargeable, Field Replaceable Battery
• Distance Measurement in Feet and Meters
• 6 Markers, Limit Lines, and Segmented Limit Lines
• RS232 Interface

Easy-to-Use

   Site Master?s menu driven interface requires little training and simplifies the field engineers and technicians task of deployment, site-to-site maintenance and troubleshooting by identifying, recording and solving problems without sacrificing measurement accuracy.

? Store ten test setups for fast repeatable testing.

? Store up to 200 measurement traces in nonvolatile memory.

? Quickly select cable type and test parameters without setup error.

? Multilingual user interface features on screen menus and messages in 6-different languages.

? InstaCal? calibration module simplifies Site Master calibration.

Agilent/HP 3562A 100 Khz Dynamic Signal Analyzer

Rent me for $400 a month

 The HP 3562A Dynamic Signal Analyzer is a dual-channel fast Fourier transform-based network, spectrum and waveform analyzer which provides analysis capabilities in both the time and frequency domains. The dc-to-100 kHz frequency range, 150 dB measurement range and 80 dB dynamic range of the analyzer makes it a powerful solution for testing and analysis in electronics, mechanics and electromechanical control systems. Two high performance input channels and a built-in signal source (noise and sine signals) address network analysis on the bench or in a test system. Zoom analysis with frequency resolution to 25.6 µHz plus a powerful AM, FM and PM demodulation function makes the HP 3562A a versatile spectrum analyzer. For transient or waveform analysis, signals can be sampled, digitized then stored in an internal memory, or directed via HP-IB to an external disc drive (without a computer). The stored waveforms can be recalled and analyzed in the time and frequency domains (baseband and zoom analysis). Additional features include a full range of data analysis capabilities such as vector averaging, block-operation Waveform Math, a 40-pole/40-zero Curve Fitter and Frequency Response Synthesis. Front panel operations can be automated without a computer with built-in Auto Sequence programming, or with computers through complete HP-IB programmability. For documentation of results with hardcopy or mass storage, the HP 3562A can control digital plotters and external disc drives directly via HP-IB. Network Analysis Accurate, high resolution frequency response measurements of electronic and mechanical systems can be performed with Linear Resolution FFT, Logarithmic Resolution and Swept Sine Analysis. A built-in signal source provides a variety of random noise and sinewave signals to meet the requirements of the system under test. Linear Resolution is the measurement technique common to all Dynamic Signal Analyzers. In the HP 3562A, 2048-point time records are Fourier-transformed in to 801-line frequency spectra. For network analysis, frequency response magnitude and phase, as well as input and output power spectra, can be measured with 801 lines of resolution. Accuracy for the frequency response magnitude and phase is ± 0.1 dB and ± 0.5°. Logarithmic Resolution uses the speed of Linear Resolution FFT measurements to create frequency responses similar to a log-sweep swept sine test. Linear Resolution points are combined internally (rather than just reformatted), on the fly, to create 80-point-per-decade measurements over 1 to 5 decades. Start and stop frequencies can be selected in a 1-2-5 sequence from 0.1 Hz to 100 kHz (for a 0.1 Hz start frequency the maximum stop frequency is 10 kHz - 5 decades). The Swept Sine mode reconfigures the HP 3562A as a powerful swept sine frequency response analyzer. The source can generate linear or logarithmic sweeps with increasing or decreasing frequency; user-selectable sweep rate and resolution are also standard source functions. Input channel functions include user-selectable averaging and integration time; automatic input ranging can be activated to provided over 130 dB of dynamic range for measurements of high performance systems

Agilent 8757A 10 MHz to 40 GHz Scalar Network Analyzer

Rent me for $200 a month

Measure insertion loss or gain, return loss, SWR, and power quickly and accurately with the HP 8757A scalar network analyzer.  With high performance detectors and directional bridges and a companion HP source and digital plotter, the HP 8757A becomes the basis of a complete measurement system with superb performance.

Features

• 76 dB dynamic range
• Accurate swept power measurements (dBm)
• 40 dB directivity bridges
• Four independent display channels
• Limit testing built in
• Save/recall setup and cal data
• Direct plotter or printer output

Performance

The HP 8757A features 76 dB of dynamic range (-60 dBm to +16 dBm) when used with the HP 11664 A/E detectors.  With square wave modulation and detection (AC), the HP 11664 detectors enable reliable, drift-free measurements from 10 MHz to 40 GHz.  With the HP 85025 and 8506 AC/DC detectors, make scalar measurements with or without modulation to 100 GHz.  In DC mode (no modulation), use the HP 85025 A/B to make accurate swept-frequency measurements of power (dBm).High directivity bridges (>40 dB) covering RF and microwave frequencies help produce excellent measurement results.  Using the HP 85020 series and 85027 series directional bridges, make accurate measurements of reflection and transmission parameters simultaneously.Calibrate your test system, and make normalized measurements with 0.01 dB vertical resolution.  Select the optimum horizontal resolution for your application, by choosing 101, 201, 401, 801, or 1601 data points.  Lower resolution allows faster sweep times.  Calibrate with full 1601 point resolution over your frequency range.  Then zoom in on a narrower frequency span and retain calibration.  The HP 8757A interpolates the calibration data automatically.

Easy To Use

With a combination of simple front panel keys and powerful menu-driven soft keys, the HP 8757A allows you to set up the system and make accurate measurements fast.  Menus appear on the display, and you control them with the front panel soft keys.  The soft keys give you powerful capabilities without adding front panel complexity.  Press CAL and let the menu guide you through calibration procedures.  Press AUTOSCALE to bring your measurement into view quickly.  Activate the "Cursor" and dial it to any point on your data trace for an accurate high resolution reading of magnitude (and frequency with the HP 8350B/8340B/8341B). Measurements are fast and easy. 

Kaltman Creations NF1010E 10 Hz-100 KHz EMF Field Analyzer

Rental and lease options are available please call

Look at the Price!  

   Exposure limit calculation used to be a complex and awkward procedure even for the professional, as most of the time, a chaotic mixture of an abundance of different frequencies, modulations and signal strengths is present. The indispensible, highly complex calculation of frequency-dependant exposure limits can ONLY be performed CONFORMING TO STANDARDS by a spectrum analyser with high-performance software. Not a problem for SPECTRAN® units: They can calculate even several authoritative exposure limits, precautionary limits and recommendations at lightning speed (simply selectable via a button) and display these overruns as a practical bargraph display (including convergence display in percent!), while the measurement is running. For achieving this, often thousands of complex calculations have to be performed per second, and a steady scan of the entire frequency range needs to be performed. A true nightmare for every processor. In our test case, the graphic display shows an approximation towards the ICNIRP limit by 6,06%. You can even cover the total ICNIRP-banwidth (depending on frequency). Hence, even the novice can perform exposure limit calculations ACCORDING TO STANDARDS without having to use complex tables and calculators. It really can't get any simpler.

Features
 

• Big graphics display (pixel display) with 51x25 pixels (can be used for complex spectrum and exposure limit display, convenient menu navigation, etc.)
• HUGE numeric display (4 digits, max. 9999)
• Large, high-resolution bargraph (50 segments) for very responsive trend display
• Various function and mode indication display blocks (AUDIO, MODE, MEMORY etc.)
• Large multi-function text display (6 text fields / e.g. for displaying units, service information, etc.)
• Three further big numeric displays (4 digits each, each max. 9999 / e.g. for simultaneous display of MIN, MAX, AVG values, 3 marker values, etc.)
• Triple multi-function text displays (Next to each of the previously described numeric displays / 3x3 text fields each / used e.g. for unit display for markers, etc.)
• Three more multi-function text displays (directly beneith the previously described displays / 3x6 text fields each / e.g. ADDITIONAL values AND unit display for markers, etc.)
• Battery status and charging display (incl. "CHARGING" and "LOW")
• 6 numerical displays for flexible bargraph scaling (incl. multiplication factor and percentage display)
   

Kaltman Creations NF5030 10 Hz-30 MHz EMF Field Analyzer

Rental and lease options are available please call

Look at the Price!  

   Exposure limit calculation used to be a complex and awkward procedure even for the professional, as most of the time, a chaotic mixture of an abundance of different frequencies, modulations and signal strengths is present. The indispensible, highly complex calculation of frequency-dependant exposure limits can ONLY be performed CONFORMING TO STANDARDS by a spectrum analyser with high-performance software. Not a problem for SPECTRAN® units: They can calculate even several authoritative exposure limits, precautionary limits and recommendations at lightning speed (simply selectable via a button) and display these overruns as a practical bargraph display (including convergence display in percent!), while the measurement is running. For achieving this, often thousands of complex calculations have to be performed per second, and a steady scan of the entire frequency range needs to be performed. A true nightmare for every processor. In our test case, the graphic display shows an approximation towards the ICNIRP limit by 6,06%. You can even cover the total ICNIRP-banwidth (depending on frequency). Hence, even the novice can perform exposure limit calculations ACCORDING TO STANDARDS without having to use complex tables and calculators. It really can't get any simpler.

Features
 

• Big graphics display (pixel display) with 51x25 pixels (can be used for complex spectrum and exposure limit display, convenient menu navigation, etc.)
• HUGE numeric display (4 digits, max. 9999)
• Large, high-resolution bargraph (50 segments) for very responsive trend display
• Various function and mode indication display blocks (AUDIO, MODE, MEMORY etc.)
• Large multi-function text display (6 text fields / e.g. for displaying units, service information, etc.)
• Three further big numeric displays (4 digits each, each max. 9999 / e.g. for simultaneous display of MIN, MAX, AVG values, 3 marker values, etc.)
• Triple multi-function text displays (Next to each of the previously described numeric displays / 3x3 text fields each / used e.g. for unit display for markers, etc.)
• Three more multi-function text displays (directly beneith the previously described displays / 3x6 text fields each / e.g. ADDITIONAL values AND unit display for markers, etc.)
• Battery status and charging display (incl. "CHARGING" and "LOW")
• 6 numerical displays for flexible bargraph scaling (incl. multiplication factor and percentage display)
   

Tektronix/Frontline  BPA105 Bluetooth Analyzer

Rent me for $1000 a month

• Bluetooth 1.1 Compliant Product Based on Proven Technology Provides Reliable Analysis/Debug
• Operation in Either Independent (Sniffer) or Piconet (Master/Slave) Modes Allows the Developer Maximum Test and Debug Flexibility
• Data Packet Error Generation Enables the User to Introduce Errors into Packets and Stress Test the Design
• Direct Control of BPA100 with the HCI Terminal Application using HCI Commands Directly or through Scripting
• Data Decryption in Piconet Mode and Independent Mode Enables User to Test for Proper Security Setup and Authentication
• Track Test Mode Hopping Sequence While Monitoring in Independent Mode
• Advanced Triggering and Filtering Allows User to Capture, Log and Display Only Events or Transactions of Interest
• Free Run Analyzer Display Allows User to Continuously Monitor Latest Session Transactions with Real-time Screen Updates
• Direct Logging to PC Hard Drive Provides Maximum Log History File Size, Allowing for Long-term Monitoring of Packet Traffic
• Captures and Logs All Baseband Packets Transmitted within a Bluetooth Piconet Including Re-transmitted Packets for Full Session Transaction Audits
• Isolates, Decodes and Displays Baseband, LMP, L2CAP, RFCOMM, OBEX, HDLC, PPP, TCS and SDP Commands Including Services Attributes, Events and Data Packets for Effective Visibility into Higher Protocol Layers
• User Control is Enhanced by Support of Data Whitening and Other Low-level Acquisition Parameters
• Ability to Follow the Master/Slave Switch Between Two Devices
• Capture the Paging Sequence Between Two Devices in Independent Mode

Applications

• Debug of Problems Related to New Application Software Integration
• Acts as a Known Reference and Debug/Test Device When Bringing Up New Baseband/Radio Module
• Interoperability Testing
• Consistency in Testing Using the HCI Terminal Application with Scripting Capability

Superior Solutions for Bluetooth Protocol Analysis and Debug

Developers of Bluetooth enabled devices are faced with unique challenges when integrating hardware and application software. The end device must be thoroughly tested for correct operation within a wide range of piconet/scatternet configurations and interoperability with other devices is critical. Since Bluetooth is a wireless interface between devices, it is necessary to have a test tool that can non-intrusively and independently intercept the baseband traffic and log, decode and analyze