The Keysight (Agilent/HP) 8752C is a high-performance vector network analyzer designed for RF component characterization. It features an integrated transmission/reflection (T/R) test set, 110 dB of dynamic range, and vector accuracy enhancement to provide precise phase and magnitude measurements across its operating range.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488) |
| Display | 9-inch integrated color CRT |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 to 132 VAC / 198 to 264 VAC, 47 to 66 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425 mm × 178 mm × 508 mm |
Source (Stimulus)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (Standard) | 300 kHz to 1.3 GHz |
| Frequency Range (Option 003) | 300 kHz to 3 GHz |
| Frequency Range (Option 006) | 300 kHz to 6 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 1 Hz |
| Output Power Range (Standard) | -20 to +5 dBm |
| Output Power Range (Option 004) | -85 to +5 dBm (includes 70 dB step attenuator) |
Receiver
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Dynamic Range | 110 dB |
| IF Bandwidth Range | 10 Hz to 3 kHz |
Test Port Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Port Impedance (Standard) | 50 Ω |
| Test Port Impedance (Option 075) | 75 Ω |
| Test Port Connector Type | Type-N (female) |
| Test Set Configuration | Built-in Transmission/Reflection (T/R) test set |
Sweep & Measurement Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Channels | 2 independent display channels |
| Display Formats | Log magnitude, linear magnitude, SWR, phase, group delay, polar, real, Smith chart |
| Number of Measurement Points | 3, 11, 21, 51, 101, 201, 401, 801, 1601 |
| Sweep Types | Linear frequency, logarithmic frequency, list frequency, power sweep |
Calibration & Accuracy Enhancement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Error Correction | Interpolative error correction |
| Calibration Types | Response, Response & Isolation, 1-port, One-path 2-port |
Display & Analysis Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Time Domain Option | Option 010 (Group delay and time domain transform) |
| Pass/Fail Testing | Limit line testing with automated pass/fail results |
| Test Sequencing | Yes (allows user-defined test routines) |
System Interfaces & Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Reference Input | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Output | 10 MHz |
Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| High Stability Frequency Reference (Option 1D5) | Adds oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO), temperature stability < ±0.05 ppm (0 °C to 55 °C) |
Storage & I/O
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | Built-in 3.5-inch floppy disk drive, supports MS-DOS and LIF formats |
Power Supply
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Power Consumption | 280 VA |
Technology
Vector Network Analysis
Applications
RF component testing, filter characterization, transmission and reflection measurements