The Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent HP) 8563A is a high-performance, synthesized portable microwave spectrum analyzer, covering a frequency range from 9 kHz to 22 GHz (extendable to 26.5 GHz with Option 026). Engineered for demanding field and bench environments, the 8563A meets MIL-T-28800C requirements for ruggedness, including a 30g shock tolerance, and offers up to 128 dB dynamic range.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | HP-IB (GPIB) |
| Display | Monochrome CRT |
| Internal Memory | 10 states, 8 traces |
| Option 001 | Provides 310.7 MHz IF output |
| Option 006 | Extends frequency range down to 30 Hz |
| Storage Temperature | -62 °C to +85 °C |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -10 to +55 °C |
| Weight | 20 kg |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 22 GHz (9 kHz to 26.5 GHz with Option 026) |
| Frequency Span Range | 0 Hz (zero span), 100 Hz to 22 GHz (26.5 GHz with Option 026) |
| Phase Noise at 10 kHz Offset | <-100 dBc/Hz (at 1 GHz) |
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range | 10 Hz to 2 MHz (in 1, 3, 10 sequence) |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range | 1 Hz to 3 MHz |
| System Sweep Time Range (Span > 0 Hz) | 50 ms to 100 s |
| System Sweep Time Range (Zero Span) | 50 µs to 6000 s |
| Sweep Trigger Sources | Free Run, Line, Single, Video, External |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Range | DANL to +30 dBm |
| Dynamic Range | Up to 128 dB |
| Maximum Safe Input Power | +30 dBm (1 W) with >= 10 dB RF attenuation |
| Maximum DC Input Voltage | 0 V DC (DC coupled) |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) at 1 GHz | <-134 dBm (10 Hz RBW) |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) at 22 GHz | <-115 dBm (10 Hz RBW) |
| 1 dB Gain Compression Point | -3 dBm (at input mixer) |
| Input Attenuator Range | 0 to 70 dB in 10 dB steps |
Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Connector Type | Precision 3.5 mm (female) |
| RF Input Impedance | 50 ohms (nominal) |
| Calibrator Output (Cal Out) | 300 MHz, -20 dBm |
| 10 MHz Reference Input | 10 MHz, -2 to +10 dBm |
Environmental & Calibration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Environmental Compliance | MIL-T-28800C Class 3 |
| Shock Resistance | 30 g (pulse shock) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RBW Shape Factor (60 dB/3 dB) | <15:1 (10 Hz to 2 MHz) |
| Log Scale Fidelity | ±0.4 dB per 4 dB, max ±1.0 dB over 0 - 90 dB range |
| Linear Scale Fidelity | ±3% of reference level |
| Residual Responses | <-90 dBm (150 kHz - 6.46 GHz), <-75 dBm (6.46 GHz - 22 GHz) with 0 dB attenuation |
| Image and Multiple Responses | <-70 dBc (10 MHz - 18 GHz), <-60 dBc (18 GHz - 22 GHz) |
| Reference Level Range (Log) | -120 dBm to +30 dBm (0.1 dB resolution) |
| Reference Level Range (Linear) | 2.2 µV to 7.07 V |
| Input Attenuator Step Size | 10 dB |
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Step Size | 1, 3, 10 sequence |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Step Size | 1, 3, 10 sequence |
| Phase Noise at 30 kHz Offset | <-100 dBc/Hz |
| Phase Noise at 100 kHz Offset | <-110 dBc/Hz |
| Phase Noise at 1 MHz Offset | <-125 dBc/Hz |
| Frequency Response (9 kHz to 2.9 GHz) | ±1.0 dB |
| Frequency Response (2.75 GHz to 6.46 GHz) | ±1.5 dB |
| Frequency Response (5.86 GHz to 13.0 GHz) | ±2.2 dB |
| Frequency Response (12.4 GHz to 22.0 GHz) | ±2.5 dB |
| Resolution Bandwidth Switching Uncertainty | < ±0.5 dB |
| Demodulation Modes | AM, FM (standard, built-in speaker and phone jack) |
| Marker Amplitude Resolution | 0.01 dB |
| Marker Frequency Counter Resolution | 1 Hz to 1 kHz (selectable) |
| Internal Reference Temperature Stability | ±1 x 10^-8 (-10 °C to +55 °C, referenced to 25 °C) |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| First LO Output | SMA female, +13 to +18 dBm (3.0 - 6.81 GHz) |
| IF Input | BNC, 310.7 MHz, -10 to -30 dBm |
| IF Output | BNC, 310.7 MHz, -35 dBm (nominal) |
| Video Output | BNC, 0 to 1 V (detector output) |
| Sweep Output | BNC, 0 to +10 V ramp |
| Blanking/Gate Output | BNC, TTL level |
| Probe Power Output | +15 VDC, -12.6 VDC (150 mA max) |
| External Trigger Input Connector | BNC female, impedance > 10 kΩ |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity | 95% relative humidity at 40 °C for 5 days |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 4,600 meters (15,000 feet) |
| Maximum Non-Operating Altitude | 15,240 meters (50,000 feet) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | < 180 VA (115 Watts nominal) |
Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 103 | Deletes precision frequency reference, replaces with standard TCXO |
Technology
Synthesized Spectrum Analysis
Applications
RF and Microwave Signal Analysis