The Agilent HP 70000 Modular Measurement System is a configurable RF and microwave signal analysis platform built on modular architecture. Users select and combine mainframes, displays, and specialized measurement modules to build customized test solutions. With over 40 available components, the system scales from basic spectrum analysis to complex multi-instrument setups. The modular design reduces redundancy and cost of ownership while maximizing rack efficiency—ideal for radar, satellite communications, defense, and wireless development applications requiring precise, scalable RF analysis.
Technical Specifications
RF Coverage
• HP 70905A RF Section: 50 kHz to 22 GHz with 0 to 70 dB input attenuator in 10 dB steps
• HP 70906A/B RF Section: up to 26.5 GHz
• HP 70909A RF Plugin: 100 kHz and above
IF Modules
• HP 70902A IF Section: 10 Hz to 300 kHz resolution bandwidths, selectable in 10% increments (except 3 kHz to 10 kHz); includes calibrated logging amplifier and 3 MHz IF output
• HP 70903A IF Section: 100 kHz to 3 MHz range
System Architecture
• HP 70001A Mainframe: eight module slots with integrated power, cooling, digital interface, and EMI shielding
• HP 70306A System Display: 4-inch CRT, menu-driven interface, full-width module
• HP 70206A Graphs Display: half-width module with comparable display capability
• HP 70004A Color Display: full-color CRT with four module slots, plotter dump support, HP-HIL connector
– Key Features
• Broadband RF inputs for high dynamic range measurements
• First LO auxiliary output for tracking generators and external mixers (70905A)
• Remote or integrated display configuration
• Memory card and mass storage capability (70004A)
• Automatic power and interface bus distribution across slots
– Typical Applications
• Radar and electronic warfare testing
• Satellite communication system analysis
• Defense and aerospace measurements
• Wireless device development and characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
The 70902A and 70903A IF sections connect to external instruments including demodulators and digitizers. The 70905B variant integrates with preselectors. All modules fit the HP 70001A mainframe slot architecture.
