The Keysight N9020A-508 MXA Signal Analyzer is a high-performance midrange instrument designed for rapid, accurate RF signal and spectrum analysis from 10 Hz to 8.4 GHz. Featuring a standard 25 MHz analysis bandwidth, excellent absolute amplitude accuracy, and the open Windows operating system, it offers a versatile and fast test environment for modern wireless and general-purpose RF applications.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
Display8.4 inch (213 mm) diagonal color LCD, 1024 x 768 XGA resolution with resistive touchscreen
Warm-Up Time45 minutes
EMC StandardsComplies with European EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, IEC/EN 61326-1
Safety StandardsComplies with European Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, IEC/EN 61010-1
Environmental Standard ComplianceMIL-PRF-28800F Class 3

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 to 120 V AC (50/60/400 Hz), 220 to 240 V AC (50/60 Hz)
Operating Temperature5 to 50 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)426 mm × 177 mm × 368 mm
Weight16 kg

Frequency and Time Specifications

ParameterValue
Frequency Range10 Hz to 8.4 GHz (Option 508)
Frequency Span Range0 Hz (zero span), 10 Hz to 8.4 GHz
Frequency Reference Aging Rate (Standard)±1 x 10^-6 per year
Frequency Reference Aging Rate (Option PFR)±1 x 10^-7 per year
Temperature Stability (Standard)±2 x 10^-6
Temperature Stability (Option PFR)±1.5 x 10^-8

Amplitude Specifications

ParameterValue
Measurement RangeDANL to +30 dBm
Maximum Input Level (RF Power)+30 dBm (1 W) average power
Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL)-151 dBm/Hz (-154 dBm/Hz typical)
Third-Order Intercept (TOI)+15 dBm (at 1 GHz)
Absolute Amplitude Accuracy±0.3 dB (at 50 MHz)
Attenuator Range0 to 70 dB in 2 dB steps
Dynamic Range (W-CDMA ACLR)73 dB (78 dB typical with noise correction on)

Bandwidth and Sweep

ParameterValue
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range1 Hz to 8 MHz (in 1, 2, 3, 5 sequence)
Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range1 Hz to 8 MHz
Sweep Time Range (Swept, Span > 0 Hz)1 ms to 6000 s
Sweep Time Range (Zero Span)1 µs to 6000 s
Sweep Points Range1 to 40,001
Sweep TriggersFree Run, Line, Video, External 1, External 2, RF Burst

Analysis and Real-Time Capabilities

ParameterValue
Standard Analysis Bandwidth10 MHz
Maximum Analysis Bandwidth (Optional)40 MHz / 85 MHz / 125 MHz / 160 MHz (hardware/option dependent)

Inputs, Outputs, and Connectivity

ParameterValue
RF Input Connector TypeType-N female, 50 Ω nominal
10 MHz Reference InputBNC female, 50 Ω nominal
10 MHz Reference OutputBNC female, 50 Ω nominal
Trigger InputBNC female
Trigger OutputBNC female
Display Output PortVGA, 15-pin D-sub

Control and Software

ParameterValue
Operating SystemOpen Windows XP Professional (standard in older units)
Supported SCPI CommandsStandard SCPI command set, PSA compatibility mode
Optional Demodulation SuitesW-CDMA, HSDPA/HSUPA, Mobile WiMAX, Phase Noise, Noise Figure, Analog Demodulation

Physical, Environmental, and Power

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-40 to +70 °C
Nominal Power Consumption260 W (typical), 450 W (maximum)
Recommended Calibration Cycle1 year

Inputs & Outputs

ParameterValue
RF Input Impedance50 Ω (nominal)
Maximum DC Input Voltage (DC Coupled)±0.2 V
Maximum DC Input Voltage (AC Coupled)±100 V

Performance

ParameterValue
Mechanical Attenuator Range0 to 70 dB in 2 dB steps
Electronic Attenuator Range (Option EA3)0 to 24 dB in 1 dB steps
Preamplifier Frequency Range (Option P08)100 kHz to 8.4 GHz
Second Harmonic Distortion (SHI)+45 dBm (at 1 GHz input)
Residual Responses<-100 dBm (nominal, with 0 dB attenuation and RF input terminated)

Interfaces & Connectivity

ParameterValue
LAN Interface1000Base-T (Gigabit Ethernet), RJ-45
LXI ComplianceLXI Class C

Environmental

ParameterValue
Operating AltitudeUp to 4,600 meters (15,000 feet)
Operating HumidityUp to 95% relative humidity at 40 °C (non-condensing)

Power

ParameterValue
AC Input Voltage100 to 120 V AC (50/60/400 Hz), 220 to 240 V AC (50/60 Hz)
Maximum Power Consumption450 W

Connectivity

ParameterValue
USB Ports5 x USB 2.0 (1 front, 4 rear)
GPIB InterfaceIEEE-488 bus connector, rear panel (Option GP3)

Frequency

ParameterValue
External 10 MHz Reference Input Amplitude-5 to +10 dBm (nominal)
External 10 MHz Reference Output Amplitude≥ 0 dBm (nominal)

Technology

Signal and Spectrum Analysis

Applications

RF and Wireless Testing, R&D, and High-Speed Manufacturing