The Keysight (formerly Agilent / HP) 8563EC is a high-performance, portable microwave spectrum analyzer offering benchtop measurement capabilities in a rugged package. It features a standard frequency range of 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz, fast digital resolution bandwidths down to 1 Hz, and a color VGA display, making it ideal for both laboratory and demanding field applications.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | Color LCD (VGA) |
| Warm-up Time | 5 minutes (to meet electrical specifications in ambient temperature) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -10 to +55 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 327 × 163 × 427 |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (Standard) | 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz |
| Frequency Range (Option 006) | 30 Hz to 26.5 GHz |
| Preselected Frequency Range | 2.75 GHz to 26.5 GHz |
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range | 1 Hz to 2 MHz |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range | 1 Hz to 3 MHz |
| Phase Noise (Offset at 10 kHz) | ≤ -113 dBc/Hz (@ 1 GHz) |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Safe Input Level (Continuous Wave) | +30 dBm (1 W) |
| Maximum Safe Input Level (Peak Pulse) | +50 dBm (100 W) for < 10 µs pulse width, < 1% duty cycle |
| Maximum DC Input Voltage | 0 V (DC coupled) |
| Input Attenuator Range | 0 to 70 dB |
| Input Attenuator Step Size | 10 dB |
Sweep Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Time Range (Span > 0 Hz) | 50 ms to 100 s |
| Sweep Time Range (Zero Span) | 50 µs to 6000 s |
| Sweep Trigger Modes | Free Run, Line, Video, External |
Input and Output Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Connector Type | APC-3.5 mm (male) |
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| 10 MHz Reference Input | BNC (female), -10 to +10 dBm |
Available Options and Upgrades
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Low End Frequency Coverage Option | Option 006 (Extends frequency down to 30 Hz) |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Span Range | 0 Hz (zero span), 100 Hz to 26.5 GHz |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trace Sweep Points | 601 points |
| Sweep Time Accuracy (Span > 0 Hz) | ±10% |
| Sweep Time Accuracy (Zero Span) | ±1% (sweep time ≥ 30 ms) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trace Detectors | Normal, Positive Peak, Negative Peak, Sample |
| Audio Demodulation | AM and FM (built-in speaker and front-panel earphone jack) |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Scale (Log) | 1, 2, 5, and 10 dB/division |
| Amplitude Scale (Linear) | 10% of Reference Level/division |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rear Panel IF Output | 310.7 MHz (nominal) |
| Calibrator Signal Output | 300 MHz, -10 dBm ±0.3 dB |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution Bandwidth Switching Uncertainty | ±0.5 dB (normalized to 300 kHz RBW) |
Spurious Responses
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Residual Responses | < -90 dBm (no signal at input, 0 dB attenuation, ≥ 200 kHz) |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) | CISPR 11 / EN 55011, MIL-STD-461C |
Technology
Superheterodyne Spectrum Analysis
Applications
Microwave test, field service, R&D, and manufacturing