The Keysight N9030A-508 is a high-performance PXA signal analyzer covering a frequency range from 3 Hz to 8.4 GHz. It serves as the flagship high-performance real-time diagnostic tool in the X-Series analyzer family, delivering exceptional sensitivity, dynamic range, and analysis bandwidth for demanding RF and microwave applications.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN (1000Base-T), USB 2.0, LXI Class C, Digital I/O |
| Display | 10.4-inch XGA color LCD with capacitive touchscreen |
| Removable Drive Security | Removable solid-state drive (SSD) |
| Warm-up Time | 45 minutes |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 120 V AC (50/60/400 Hz), 220 to 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 426 mm × 177 mm × 556 mm |
| Weight | 22.0 kg |
Frequency and Time Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 3 Hz to 8.4 GHz |
| Frequency Span Range | 0 Hz (zero span), 10 Hz to 8.4 GHz |
| Aging Rate | ±1 x 10^-7 / year (standard); ±1.5 x 10^-8 / year (with Option PFR) |
| Temperature Stability | ±1 x 10^-6 (standard, 0 to 55 °C); ±1.5 x 10^-8 (with Option PFR) |
Amplitude Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Range | DANL to +30 dBm |
| Maximum RF Input Power | +30 dBm (1 W) |
| Attenuator Range | 0 to 70 dB (in 2 dB steps) |
Bandwidth and Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range | 1 Hz to 8 MHz (in 1, 2, 3, 5, 10 steps) |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range | 1 Hz to 8 MHz |
| Sweep Points Range | 1 to 40001 |
Analysis and Real-Time Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Analysis Bandwidth | 25 MHz |
| Maximum Analysis Bandwidth | Up to 160 MHz (option dependent) |
Inputs, Outputs, and Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Connector Type | Type-N (female), 50 Ω impedance |
| 10 MHz Reference Input | BNC (female) |
| 10 MHz Reference Output | BNC (female) |
Control and Software
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows Embedded Standard 7 |
Physical, Environmental, and Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 260 W (nominal), 450 W (maximum) |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) |
| Input VSWR (10 dB attenuation) | 1.2:1 (< 3.6 GHz), 1.5:1 (3.6 to 8.4 GHz) (nominal) |
| USB Interfaces | USB 2.0 Type-A (1 front, 4 rear), USB 2.0 Type-B (1 rear) |
| LAN Interface Speed | 10/100/1000Base-T (Gigabit Ethernet) |
| External Display Outputs | VGA (15-pin D-Sub), DVI-I |
| GPIB Interface | IEEE-488 (rear panel) |
| Trigger Inputs | External 1, External 2 (BNC female) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Attenuator Step Size | 2 dB |
| Electronic Attenuator Step Size | 1 dB (with Option EA3) |
| Preamplifier Frequency Range | 100 kHz to 8.4 GHz (with Option P08) |
| Residual Responses | -100 dBm (200 kHz to 8.4 GHz, input terminated) |
| Absolute Amplitude Accuracy | ±0.19 dB (at 50 MHz reference, 10 dB attenuation) |
| Trace Detectors | Normal, Peak, Sample, Negative Peak, Log Power Average, RMS Average, Voltage Average |
| Number of Traces | 6 |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to +70 °C |
| Operating Altitude Limit | Up to 3,048 m (10,000 feet) |
| Acoustic Noise Emission | 45 dBA (nominal) |
| Shock and Vibration | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | Conforms to IEC 61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1 |
| EMC Standards | Complies with European EMC Directive, IEC/EN 61326-1, CISPR 11 Class A |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Time Range (Span = 0 Hz) | 1 µs to 6000 s |
| Trigger Sources | Free Run, Line, Video, External 1, External 2, RF Burst, Periodic Timer |
Measurement Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Gated Sweep Gate Methods | Sweep, FFT, Video |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Resolution | 0.01 dB |
Technology
Superheterodyne Spectrum and Signal Analysis
Applications
RF and Microwave Signal Analysis, Aerospace and Defense, Wireless Communications, Radar and Electronic Warfare Test