The Agilent/Keysight 70000 Series is a modular measurement system (MMS) platform for RF and microwave signal analysis. Users configure the mainframe with plug-in modules tailored to specific measurement requirements, enabling deployment across R&D, manufacturing, and field testing. The architecture automatically integrates modules with power, digital interface, and forced-air cooling, delivering flexibility without manual interconnection.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• RF spectrum analyzer modules: up to 2.9 GHz
• Microwave analyzer modules: up to 22 GHz and 26.5 GHz
• Swept LO signal capability: 4.0 GHz to 66 GHz
• Extended range with external mixers: up to 75 GHz
• External mixer systems on related Keysight analyzers: up to 1.1 THz
Amplitude Performance
• Amplitude range: −120 dBm to +35 dBm
• Displayed average noise level: as low as −168 dBm at 1 GHz
• Dynamic range optimized through module selection
Analysis Bandwidth
• Related PSA series: 40 MHz and 80 MHz (70000 series bandwidth depends on IF module selection)
Measurement Capabilities
• Spectrum analysis (amplitude vs. frequency)
• Signal generation
• Power measurements
• Noise-figure and gain measurements (with specialized personalities, 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz)
– Key Features
• Modular architecture supports mixed measurement personalities in a single mainframe
• Automatic module integration eliminates manual cabling
• Integrated power distribution and EMI shielding
• Selectable IF modules optimize bandwidth for application requirements
– Typical Applications
• RF and microwave device characterization
• Multiband signal analysis in complex RF environments
• Noise-figure evaluation for low-noise amplifiers
• Swept frequency measurements across extended ranges
– Compatibility & Integration
The 70000 family accommodates specialized measurement personalities, such as noise-figure and gain configurations, enabling single-platform deployment of multiple test functions.
