The Agilent/Keysight 8569A is a high-performance spectrum analyzer covering 10 MHz to 22 GHz, engineered for demanding RF and microwave measurement applications. It delivers precise signal analysis with sensitivity down to -115 dBm and supports real-time monitoring, component characterization, EMI identification, and spurious/harmonic detection across its full frequency range.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Performance
• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 22 GHz
• Frequency span: 100 Hz to 22 GHz (full range)
• Frequency reference stability: < 5 parts in 10⁷ per day
Signal Analysis Capabilities
• Resolution bandwidth (RBW): 1 Hz to 3 MHz
• Video bandwidth (VBW): 0.01 Hz to 1 MHz
• Amplitude range: -115 dBm to +30 dBm
• Amplitude accuracy: ±1.5 dB (typical)
• Sensitivity (ANL): -115 dBm (typical at 1 GHz, 10 MHz RBW)
• Input VSWR: +15 dBm (typical)
• Preselector tracking filter included for dynamic range and spurious response optimization
Display and Control
• CRT display with programmable line markers and amplitude/frequency cursors
• Trace modes: averaging, max hold, min hold, normal
• Front panel interface with dedicated function keys and rotary encoders
– Key Features
• RF input on Type N female connector (50 Ohm)
• Local oscillator output: Type N female (50 Ohm)
• External reference and trigger inputs via BNC female connectors
• GPIB (IEEE-488) for remote instrument control and automated data acquisition
• Analog video output for external display integration
– Typical Applications
• Spectrum analysis and signal monitoring across microwave frequencies
• RF component testing including amplifiers, mixers, and filters
• Electromagnetic interference (EMI) source identification and measurement
• Adjacent channel power (ACP) and channel power analysis
• Harmonic and spurious signal characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
Power Requirements
• 100–120 V AC or 200–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Approximately 300 W power consumption
