The Keysight Agilent HP 8560A is a high-performance portable spectrum analyzer designed for RF and microwave measurement applications. Operating over a frequency range of 50 Hz to 2.9 GHz, it combines lab-grade performance with a ruggedized, portable form factor. Its exceptional phase noise, excellent dynamic range, and selective resolution bandwidths down to 10 Hz make it ideal for demanding field and benchtop environments.
Specifications
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 50 Hz to 2.9 GHz |
| Minimum Span | 100 Hz |
| Maximum Span | 2.9 GHz |
| Frequency Span Range | 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 2.9 GHz |
Bandwidth Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Steps | 1, 3, 10 sequence |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Steps | 1, 3, 10 sequence |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Attenuator Range | 0 to 70 dB |
| Input Attenuator Steps | 10 dB |
| Maximum Safe RF Input Level (Continuous Wave) | +30 dBm (1 W) with ≥ 10 dB attenuation |
| Maximum Safe RF Input Level (DC Voltage) | 0 V (DC coupled) |
Sweep and Triggering
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Sweep Time (Span > 0 Hz) | 50 ms |
| Maximum Sweep Time (Span > 0 Hz) | 100 s |
| Sweep Time Range (Zero Span) | 50 µs to 100 s |
Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Connector Type | Type N female |
| RF Input Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Calibrator Output | 300 MHz, -10 dBm |
| External Reference Input Frequency | 10 MHz |
| IF Output Connector | BNC female |
| IF Output Frequency | 310.7 MHz |
| Video Output Connector | BNC female |
| External Reference Input Connector | BNC female |
| External Reference Output Connector | BNC female |
| Sweep Output Connector | BNC female |
| 1st LO Output Connector | SMA female |
| Earphone / Demodulator Output | Internal speaker and front panel 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) jack |
User Interface and Trace Functions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Traces | 3 |
| Marker Functions | Marker to Peak, Delta Marker, Marker to Center |
Connectivity and Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Direct Print/Plot Compatibility | HP-GL compatible printers and plotters via GPIB |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Input Frequency Range | 47 to 440 Hz (115V), 47 to 66 Hz (230V) |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Type / Form Factor | Portable, ruggedized |
| Handle and Bumper Configuration | Tilt-handle, front and rear protective bumpers |
Factory Options and Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tracking Generator Option | Option 002 (300 kHz to 2.9 GHz) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Environmental Compliance | Meets MIL-T-28800C, Type III, Class 3, Style C |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 4,570 meters (15,000 feet) |
| Maximum Non-Operating Altitude | 15,240 meters (50,000 feet) |
| Environmental Profile | MIL-T-28800C, Type III, Class 3, Style C |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Ref Level Calibration Uncertainty | ±0.3 dB at 300 MHz, -20 dBm |
| Residual Responses | < -90 dBm (10 MHz to 2.9 GHz, 0 dB attenuation) |
| Image, Multiple, and Out-of-Band Responses | < -70 dBc (10 MHz to 2.9 GHz) |
Tracking Generator (Option 002)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tracking Generator Output Frequency Range | 300 kHz to 2.9 GHz (Option 002) |
Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 001 | 2nd IF Output (310.7 MHz) |
Technology
Analog and digital RF spectrum analysis
Applications
RF transmitter testing, spurious signal search, phase noise measurement, and electromagnetic compatibility diagnostics