The Keysight (formerly Agilent) E5071B is an ENA Series RF Vector Network Analyzer designed to deliver fast and accurate multi-port measurements for RF components. Covering a frequency range of 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz, the E5071B features integrated 2-, 3-, and 4-port configurations, extensive fixture simulation capabilities, and a built-in VBA environment for automated testing.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN (10/100 Base-T), USB, VGA, Parallel |
| Display | 10.4-inch color LCD touch screen |
| Mass Storage | Built-in Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and 3.5-inch Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90-132 V / 198-264 V, 47-63 Hz, 350 VA max |
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 40 °C |
General Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Instrument Type | RF Vector Network Analyzer |
| Number of Test Ports | 2, 3, or 4 ports (integrated, configuration dependent) |
| System Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Supported Connector Types | Type-N (female) |
Frequency Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz |
Test Port Input (Receiver) Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trace Noise (Magnitude) | 0.001 dB rms |
Dynamic Range and System Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| System Dynamic Range | 125 dB at test port (typical) |
| Measurement Speed (Per Point) | 9.6 µs/point |
| IF Bandwidth Settings | 10 Hz to 100 kHz |
Measurement Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency-Offset Mode | Supported (for frequency translated devices) |
Calibration and Error Correction
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| ECal Support | Yes (USB) |
Data Processing and Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fixture Simulator | Fixture embedding/de-embedding and port characteristic impedance conversion |
| Programming / Automation | Built-in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) |
Options and Configurations
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Companion Software | Measurement Wizard Assistant software |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Resolution | 1 Hz |
Test Port Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Power Range | -50 to +10 dBm |
| Output Power Resolution | 0.05 dB |
Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Data Points per Trace | 2 to 20,001 |
| Number of Channels | Up to 16 independent channels |
| Number of Traces | Up to 16 traces per channel |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Types | Linear frequency, log frequency, segment sweep, power sweep |
| Trigger Sources | Internal, External, Manual, Bus |
Display & Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Data Formats | Log magnitude, linear magnitude, phase, group delay, SWR, polar, Smith chart, real, imaginary |
Configuration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Hardware Port Options | 2-port, 3-port, or 4-port (configuration dependent) |
Analysis & Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Time Domain Analysis | Supported (requires Option 010) |
Programming & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-in Macro Language | Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Reference Input Frequency | 10 MHz |
| Internal Reference Output Frequency | 10 MHz |
Technology
RF Vector Network Analysis
Applications
RF Component Testing