The Agilent/Keysight 8590B is a portable spectrum analyzer delivering RF and microwave measurements across 9 kHz to 1.8 GHz. Built for development, manufacturing, and field service operations, this instrument combines measurement performance with operational simplicity. Its compact design, lightweight construction at approximately 13.6 kg, and intuitive controls minimize training requirements while maintaining measurement consistency through built-in automatic calibration.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Performance
• Frequency range: 9 kHz to 1.8 GHz
• Frequency span: 0 Hz (zero span) to 1.8 GHz, 50 kHz minimum variable span
• Frequency accuracy: ±5 MHz + 1% Span
• Sweep time: 20 ms to 100 s
Amplitude Characteristics
• Amplitude range: -115 dBm to +30 dBm
• Displayed average noise level: -115 dBm
• Maximum continuous input: +30 dBm (1 Watt); 25 V dc with ≤10 dB attenuation
Resolution Capabilities
• Resolution bandwidth: 1 kHz to 3 MHz
– Key Features
• Marker functions for signal measurement and analysis
• Internal trace storage: up to 50 traces; optional memory card reader adds 24-trace capacity
• Time-and-date stamping on measurements
• Optional tracking generator (Option 010) for signal tracking applications
• Measurement personalities loadable via optional memory card reader for specialized applications including cable television, EMC, and digital radio
• Frequency panning for rapid signal repositioning
• Input connector: 50 ohm standard; 75 ohm optional
– Interfaces & Power
• Optional HP-IB or RS-232 interfaces for direct output to printer or plotter
• AC power operation standard; optional HP 85901A portable AC power source available
– Typical Applications
RF and microwave signal analysis, component and system testing, EMC troubleshooting, cable television measurements, and digital radio assessment across portable and rackmount configurations (rackmount option /909 available).
