The Keysight (Agilent) N9344C Handheld Spectrum Analyzer (HSA) delivers field-ready performance with a tuning range of 9 kHz up to 20 GHz. Designed for demanding field applications, it features a rugged, fanless chassis, automatic LCD brightness control, and automated testing via the unique Task Planner. Its benchtop-grade capabilities are backed by an internal preamplifier, a built-in tracking generator, and integrated GPS.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Recommended Calibration Cycle | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | -10 to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 318 mm × 207 mm × 69 mm |
| Weight | 3.6 kg |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 1 MHz to 20 GHz (tunable to 9 kHz) |
Bandwidth (RBW/VBW)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range | 10 Hz to 3 MHz |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range | 1 Hz to 3 MHz |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Preamplifier Range | Internal preamplifier up to 20 GHz |
Measurement Capabilities & Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Measurements | Adjacent Channel Power (ACP), Occupied Bandwidth (OBW), Channel Power, Spectrum Emission Mask (SEM), Carrier-to-Noise Ratio (C/N) |
| Modulation Analysis | AM/FM Demodulation Analysis, ASK/FSK Demodulation Analysis |
| Time-Gated Sweep | Supported (Time-gated spectrum analysis) |
| GPS Receiver | Built-in GPS receiver and GPS antenna |
| Task Planner | Automates routine measurement tasks (up to 20 different tests) |
| USB Power Sensor Support | Agilent U2000 Series USB power sensors |
| Spectrum Monitor | Spectrogram display, record, and playback |
| Security Features | User data erase |
Connectivity & Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Connector | Type-N female, 50 Ω nominal |
Environmental & Reliability
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Enclosure Design | Rugged and fanless |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +70 °C |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight (Without Battery) | 3.2 kg |
Power & Battery System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Rechargeable Lithium-ion |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Reference Aging Rate | ±1 ppm/year |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum DC Input Voltage | ±50 VDC |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sources | Free run, Video, External |
| Number of Sweep Points | 461 |
Traces & Detection
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trace Detectors | Normal, Positive Peak, Sample, Negative Peak, Average (RMS/Video) |
| Number of Traces | 4 |
Power & Battery
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Operating Time | 3.5 hours (typical) |
| Battery Charge Time | 4 hours (typical, analyzer off) |
General & Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 64 MB (nominal) |
| Environmental Compliance | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 |
Phase Noise
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SSB Phase Noise at 30 kHz Offset | <-86 dBc/Hz (at 1 GHz, normalized to 1 Hz) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 100 kHz Offset | <-97 dBc/Hz (at 1 GHz, normalized to 1 Hz) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 1 MHz Offset | <-115 dBc/Hz (at 1 GHz, normalized to 1 Hz) |
Tracking Generator
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tracking Generator Frequency Range | 5 MHz to 7 GHz (Option TG7 dependent) |
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RBW Shape Factor (Selectivity) | < 5:1 (nominal, 60 dB/3 dB bandwidth ratio) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 4,572 m (15,000 ft) |
| Maximum Non-operating Altitude | 15,240 m (50,000 ft) |
| Vibration and Shock Standard | Meets MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 |
Technology
Heterodyne Spectrum Analysis
Applications
Field RF Testing, Interference Analysis, Spectrum Monitoring