The Keysight (formerly Agilent) N9952A FieldFox is a rugged, handheld microwave combination analyzer capable of operating up to 50 GHz. Designed for extreme environmental conditions and versatile field testing, it can be configured as a cable and antenna analyzer (CAT), full 2-port vector network analyzer (VNA), spectrum analyzer, and more.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.5-inch TFT color LCD, VGA (640 x 480) with LED backlight |
| Warm-up Time | 30 minutes (for specified accuracy) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 15 to 19 VDC, 40 W maximum (charging) |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 55 |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 188 x 292 x 82 |
Base Frequency & Timebase Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range (CAT) | 300 kHz to 50 GHz |
| Frequency Reference Aging Rate | ± 1 ppm/year |
Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| VNA Frequency Range | 300 kHz to 50 GHz (Option 210 / 211) |
| Number of Data Points | 101 to 10,001 |
| IF Bandwidth Settings | 10 Hz to 100 kHz |
Spectrum Analyzer (SA) Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SA Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 50 GHz (Option 233) |
| Phase Noise (@ 10 kHz offset) | -111 dBc/Hz @ 1 GHz (typical) |
| Maximum Safe Input Level | +27 dBm / ± 40 VDC |
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Real-Time Bandwidth | 10 MHz (Option 350) |
Connectors and Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Port Connectors (Port 1, Port 2) | 2.4 mm (male) |
| Test Port Impedance | 50 Ω |
| External Reference Input Connector | SMA (female) |
| External Trigger Input | SMA (female) |
Power and Battery
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Operating Time | 3.5 to 4 hours (typical) |
Environmental and Regulatory
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -51 °C to +71 °C |
| Ingress Protection (IP Rating) | IP53 |
| Safety Compliance | IEC/EN 61010-1 |
| Shock and Vibration Compliance | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm headphone jack, built-in speaker |
Measurement Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal GPS Receiver | Available (Option 307), includes SMA (f) external antenna connector |
| Vector Voltmeter Mode | Available (Option 308) |
| Built-in Power Meter | Available (Option 310) |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 640 x 480 pixels (VGA) |
Connectivity & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Programming | SCPI over LAN and USB |
| External Storage | microSD / microSDHC card slot, USB flash drive |
VNA Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibration Methods Supported | CalReady, Mechanical, Electronic Calibration (ECal) |
Options & Upgrades
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Full 2-Port S-Parameters | S11, S21, S12, S22 (with Option 211) |
| Time Domain (VNA) | Supported (with Option 010) |
| TDR Cable Measurements | Supported (with Option 215) |
| Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) | Supported (with Option 350) |
| Spectrum Analyzer Preamplifier | Supported (with Option 235) |
| Interference Analyzer and Spectrogram | Supported (with Option 236) |
| AM/FM/PM Analyzer | Supported (with Option 355) |
| Noise Figure Measurement | Supported (with Option 356) |
| Over-the-Air (OTA) LTE FDD/TDD | Supported (with Option 370) |
| Built-in Variable DC Voltage Source | Supported (with Option 309) |
| USB Power Sensor Support | Supported (with Option 302) |
Technology
RF & Microwave
Applications
Field test, maintenance, and installation of RF/microwave communication systems, radar, and satellite communications