The Keysight (Agilent HP) 8714B is a 300 kHz to 3 GHz RF Economy Network Analyzer featuring an integrated transmission/reflection test set, a synthesized source, and both narrowband and broadband detection capability. Built for fast, accurate sweeps, it is ideal for testing RF components on production lines or in laboratory environments.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, RS-232, Parallel (Centronics), External Keyboard (DIN), VGA Out |
| Display | 9-inch monochrome CRT |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 to 260 VAC, 47 to 66 Hz, 280 VA max |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm × 178 mm × 514 mm |
| Weight | 20.5 |
Frequency & Stimulus Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 300 kHz to 3 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 Hz |
| Frequency Accuracy | ±5 ppm |
| Number of Test Ports | 2 (Transmission/Reflection) |
| Test Port Impedance | 50 Ω (standard), 75 Ω (Option 1EC) |
| Output Power Range | -5 to +10 dBm (standard), -60 to +10 dBm (with Option 1E1 step attenuator) |
| Power Resolution | 0.01 dB |
| Power Level Accuracy | ±1.0 dB (at 0 dBm) |
Receiver & Dynamic Range Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| System Dynamic Range | 100 dB (narrowband detection), 50 dB (broadband detection) |
Measurement Speed & Settings
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Time | 50 ms (for 201 points) |
| Number of Measurement Points | 3 to 1601 points |
| Measurement Detection Modes | Narrowband and Broadband |
Measurement Capabilities & Calibration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Parameters | Transmission (Gain/Loss), Reflection (Return Loss/SWR) |
| Optional Capabilities | AM Delay (Option 1DA), Cable Test / Fault Location (Option 100) |
| Error Correction | 1-port calibration (reflection), Response calibration (transmission) |
Hardware Interfaces & Connections
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Port Connectors | Type-N female |
| External Reference Input | 10 MHz, -2 to +10 dBm |
| External Monitor Output | VGA compatible |
System, Controller & Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 3.5-inch floppy disk drive (LIF/DOS formats) |
Physical, Environmental & Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +70 °C |
| Line Voltage Range | 90 to 260 VAC |
| Line Frequency Range | 47 to 66 Hz |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 280 VA |
Source
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonics | <-30 dBc (at +10 dBm) |
| Non-Harmonic Spurious | <-30 dBc |
| Phase Noise | <-75 dBc/Hz (at 10 kHz offset) |
Receiver
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Narrowband Noise Floor | -100 dBm (< 1000 MHz), -95 dBm (1000 to 3000 MHz) |
| Broadband Noise Floor | -50 dBm |
| Phase Resolution | 0.01° |
| Magnitude Resolution | 0.01 dB |
| Maximum Safe Input Level (RF) | +20 dBm |
| Maximum Safe Input Level (DC) | ±30 VDC |
| Receiver Narrowband Noise Floor | -100 dBm |
| Receiver Broadband Noise Floor | -50 dBm |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Types | Linear frequency, Log frequency, List frequency |
| Sweep Trigger Modes | Continuous, Single, External, GPIB |
Measurement Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 2 channels |
| Display Formats | Log magnitude, linear magnitude, SWR, phase, group delay, Smith chart, polar |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Keyboard Interface | Mini-DIN (supports PC-AT compatible keyboards) |
| Parallel Interface | 25-pin D-sub (Centronics compatible) |
Reference Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| High Stability Timebase Aging Rate (Option 1D5) | < ±0.1 ppm/year |
| High Stability Timebase Temperature Stability (Option 1D5) | < ±0.05 ppm (0 to 55 °C) |
Technology
RF Vector Network Analysis (Transmission/Reflection)
Applications
RF component testing, filter measurement, amplifier testing, and cable testing