The Keysight / Agilent E4446A is a high-performance PSA Series spectrum analyzer capable of measuring and monitoring complex RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave signals from 3 Hz to 44 GHz. It features high dynamic range, superior phase noise performance, and offers 16 optional built-in measurement personalities. With optional analysis bandwidths up to 80 MHz, it is designed for demanding aerospace, defense, and wireless communication test applications.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 8.4 inch color LCD |
| Recommended Calibration Cycle | 1 year |
| Environmental Standard | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 3 Hz to 44 GHz |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Attenuator Range | 0 to 70 dB (in 2 dB steps) |
| Maximum Safe Input Level (Average Total Power) | +30 dBm (1 W) |
Bandwidth Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range | 1 Hz to 8 MHz |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range | 1 Hz to 8 MHz |
Sweep and Trigger Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Time Range (Span > 0 Hz) | 1 ms to 2000 s |
| Sweep Time Range (Zero Span) | 1 µs to 6000 s |
| Trigger Sources | Free Run, Video, Line, External, RF Burst |
Display and Trace Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Trace Detectors | Normal, Peak, Sample, Negative Peak, Log Power Average, RMS Average, Voltage Average |
Front Panel Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Connector Type | 2.4 mm (male) |
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
Rear Panel Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| 10 MHz Reference Input | BNC (female) |
| 10 MHz Reference Output | BNC (female) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Attenuator Step Size | 2 dB |
| Trace Functions | Clear/Write, Max Hold, Min Hold, View, Blank, Average |
Configuration & Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Microwave Preselector Bypass | Option 123 |
| External Mixing Capability | Option AYZ |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +70 °C |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Power Dissipation | 450 W |
Technology
RF / Microwave Spectrum Analysis
Applications
Aerospace & Defense, Wireless Communications, Microwave Component Test