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N9030A

Keysight Technologies (Agilent HP)*misc

The Keysight (formerly Agilent) N9030A is the first-generation PXA signal analyzer, representing the highest-performance member of the X-Series family. Designed to replace high-performance legacy analyzers like the PSA, it delivers exceptional phase noise, dynamic range, and measurement sensitivity for advanced RF and microwave test applications. The N9030A is highly configurable, with frequency options up to 50 GHz and analysis bandwidths up to 160 MHz, and supports Real-Time Spectrum Analysis (RTSA) and a wide range of measurement applications.

RF and MicrowaveSignal Analysis

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesUSB 2.0, 1000Base-T LAN, GPIB
Display8.4 inch (213 mm) diagonal XGA color LCD
Warm-up Time5 minutes
Calibration Cycle1 year
Display Size8.4 inch (213 mm) diagonal
Display Resolution1024 x 768 pixels (XGA)
Operating SystemWindows Embedded Standard 7 (Windows XP on older units)
Data StorageRemovable solid-state drive (SSD)

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 to 120 V / 220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz; 100 to 120 V, 400 Hz
Operating Temperature0 to 55
Dimensions (W×H×D)426 x 177 x 556
Weight22 kg

Frequency Specifications

ParameterValue
Frequency Range3 Hz to 3.6, 8.4, 13.6, 26.5, 43, 44, or 50 GHz (configuration dependent)
Internal Reference Frequency10 MHz
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range1 Hz to 3 MHz (10% steps), 4, 5, 6, 8 MHz
Analysis Bandwidth (Standard)10 MHz

Phase Noise Specifications

ParameterValue
Phase Noise at 10 kHz Offset-129 dBc/Hz (1 GHz center frequency)

Amplitude and Dynamic Range

ParameterValue
Maximum Safe Input Level (Average Total Power)+30 dBm (1 W)
Input Attenuator Range0 to 70 dB
Input Attenuator Step Size2 dB steps

Sweep Specifications

ParameterValue
Sweep Time Range (Span > 0 Hz)1 µs to 6000 s
Sweep Time Range (Zero Span)1 µs to 6000 s

Front Panel Inputs and Outputs

ParameterValue
RF Input Impedance50 Ω
USB Ports (Front Panel)USB 2.0 (Type-A)

Rear Panel Inputs and Outputs

ParameterValue
10 MHz Reference InputBNC female
10 MHz Reference OutputBNC female

Connectivity and Interfaces

ParameterValue
Gigabit LAN Interface1000Base-T (RJ-45)
GPIB InterfaceIEEE-488 bus connector
LXI Class ComplianceLXI Class C

Software and Measurement Capabilities

ParameterValue
Real-Time Spectrum Analysis (RTSA) SupportSupported (Option RT1/RT2)
Vector Signal Analysis (VSA) Software CompatibilitySupported (89600 VSA Software)

Environmental and Regulatory

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-40 °C to 70 °C

Measurement & Sweep

ParameterValue
Detector TypesNormal, Peak, Sample, Negative Peak, Log power average, RMS average, Voltage average
Trace FunctionsClear/write, max hold, min hold, view, blank, trace average
Trigger SourcesFree run, line, video, external 1, external 2, RF burst, periodic timer

Performance

ParameterValue
Absolute Amplitude Accuracy±0.19 dB (20 Hz to 3.6 GHz, 95th percentile)
Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range1 Hz to 3 MHz (10% steps), plus 4, 5, 6, 8 MHz
Noise Floor Extension (NFE)Standard feature (characterizes and removes analyzer noise)
Residual Responses-137 dBm (nominal, 200 kHz to 8.4 GHz)

Power

ParameterValue
Power Consumption (Maximum)695 W (fully loaded)
Power Consumption (Standby)70 W

Compliance

ParameterValue
EMC ComplianceCISPR Pub 11 Group 1, class A; AS/NZS CISPR 11; ICES/NMB-001
Safety ComplianceIEC 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, UL 61010-1

Options & Configuration

ParameterValue
Preamplifier Options3.6 GHz, 8.4 GHz, 13.6 GHz, 26.5 GHz, 43 GHz, 44 GHz, or 50 GHz (dependent on maximum frequency option)

Frequency

ParameterValue
Available Frequency Options3.6 / 8.4 / 13.6 / 26.5 / 43 / 44 / 50 GHz (Options 503, 508, 513, 526, 543, 544, 550)

Inputs & Outputs

ParameterValue
Probe Power Connector+15 VDC, -12.6 VDC at 150 mA maximum (front panel)

Technology

Signal/Spectrum Analysis

Applications

Aerospace, Defense, Commercial Communications, and General Purpose RF/Microwave Test