The HP (Agilent/Keysight) 37717B is a multi-rate communications performance analyzer and bit error measuring test set designed for telecommunications network testing. It features built-in pattern generation and reception, with comprehensive error analysis capabilities that comply with ITU-T G.821 requirements. The instrument supports multiple line codings and is equipped to handle signal degradation, including significant cable loss, making it suitable for field testing and maintenance of digital transmission systems.
Specifications
Electrical & Optical Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Unbalanced Data Interfaces | 75 Ω (at all data rates) |
| Balanced Data Interfaces | 120 Ω (at 2.048 Mbit/s) |
| Line Coding | AMI, HDB3, CMI (rate dependent) |
Error Injection & Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Capabilities | Pattern generation, pattern reception, bit error measurement |
| ITU-T Performance Analysis Standards | G.821 |
Technology
PDH / Communications Test
Applications
Bit Error Rate Testing (BERT) and network performance analysis