The Keysight N9000B CXA is a versatile, essential signal and spectrum analyzer in the X-Series platform. Designed for general-purpose testing, IoT device characterization, and education, it provides solid RF performance and multi-touch operability for fundamental signal characterization from 9 kHz up to 26.5 GHz.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | 1000Base-T LAN, USB 2.0 / USB 3.0, GPIB (IEEE-488) |
| Display | 10.6-inch capacitive multi-touch screen |
| Warm-Up Time | 5 minutes |
| Recommended Calibration Cycle | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 240 V at 50/60 Hz; 100 to 120 V at 400 Hz; 270 W maximum |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 426 × 177 × 368 |
| Weight | 15.4 kg (net) |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 3.0 GHz, 7.5 GHz, 13.6 GHz, or 26.5 GHz (option dependent) |
| Frequency Reference Aging Rate | ± 1 x 10^-6 / year (standard); ± 1 x 10^-7 / year (Option PFR) |
Bandwidth Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analysis Bandwidth (Standard) | 10 MHz |
| Analysis Bandwidth (Maximum / Option) | 25 MHz (Option B25) |
Amplitude Accuracy and Range
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Safe Input Level (Average Total Power) | +30 dBm (1 W) |
| Maximum DC Input Voltage | ± 50 VDC |
| Input Attenuation Range | 0 to 50 dB (10 dB steps standard, 2 dB steps with Option FSA) |
Dynamic Range and Noise Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Phase Noise (10 kHz offset) | -110 dBc/Hz @ 1 GHz (typical) |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) - Preamp On | -163 dBm @ 1 GHz (typical) |
| Third-Order Intercept (TOI) | +17 dBm @ 1 GHz (typical) |
Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω (nominal) |
| RF Input Connector Type | Type-N (female), 50 Ω |
| 10 MHz Reference Input Connector | BNC (female) |
| 10 MHz Reference Output Connector | BNC (female) |
| Trigger Input / Output Connector | BNC (female) |
General and Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 |
| Internal Data Storage | Removable Solid State Drive (SSD) |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Points | 1 to 100,001 |
| Sweep Time (Span > 0 Hz) | 1 ms to 4000 s |
| Sweep Time (Zero Span) | 1 µs to 6000 s |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trace Detectors | Normal, Peak, Sample, Negative Peak, Log Power Average, RMS Average, Voltage Average |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) | 1 Hz to 3 MHz (10% steps), 4, 5, 6, 8 MHz |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) - Preamp Off | -147 dBm/Hz (typical @ 1 GHz) |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Attenuation Step Size | 10 dB steps (Standard), 2 dB steps (with Option FSA) |
Configuration Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Preamplifier Options | 3 GHz, 7.5 GHz, 13.6 GHz, 26.5 GHz (Options P03, P07, P13, P26) |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Options | 9 kHz to 3.0, 7.5, 13.6, or 26.5 GHz (Options 503, 507, 513, 526) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 70 °C |
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 4,600 m |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | IEC/EN 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | IEC/EN 61326-1, CISPR 11 |
Technology
Signal Analyzer / Spectrum Analyzer
Applications
General-purpose RF test, IoT validation, consumer electronics, and educational laboratories