The Keysight (formerly Agilent / Hewlett-Packard) 53310A is a modulation domain analyzer designed to provide an intuitive, direct view of jitter, modulation, and frequency drift. By displaying changes in frequency or time-interval measurements over time—much like an oscilloscope displays voltage—the 53310A allows engineers to easily characterize digital communications systems, mechanical systems, and agile transmitters. It features automated setup, continuous measurement capabilities to prevent information loss, and built-in statistical analysis functions.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | HP-IB (IEEE-488) |
| Display | CRT |
| Setup & Operation | Single-button functions, automated setup |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +55 |
Analysis and Display Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analysis Types | Jitter, Frequency Drift, Modulation, Peak-to-Peak Deviation, Carrier Frequency, Modulation Rate |
| Display Modes | Parameter vs. Time, Histogram |
| Statistical Functions | Automated Mean, Standard Deviation, Probability |
| Measurement Types | Continuous Frequency, Time Interval |
Triggering and Arming
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Triggering | Advanced triggering on frequency or time interval |
Input Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (Channel A) | Up to 200 MHz |
| Frequency Range (Channel C) | Up to 2.5 GHz (Option 031 dependent) |
| Input Impedance | 50 Ω or 1 MΩ (selectable) |
| Input Coupling | AC or DC (selectable) |
Options & Configurations
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Available Hardware Options | Option 010 (High-Stability Oven Timebase); Option 031 (2.5 GHz High Frequency Channel C) |
Technology
Modulation Domain Analysis
Applications
Jitter Analysis / Frequency Drift Characterization / Modulation Analysis