The Agilent/Keysight 8730A Tuner Analyzer characterizes RF and microwave tuner circuits from 300 kHz to 1.3 GHz. This instrument delivers precise measurements of frequency response, gain, phase, and distortion for tuner design, optimization, and troubleshooting. Dual detection modes—narrowband (300 kHz to 1.3 GHz) and broadband (10 MHz to 1.3 GHz)—accommodate diverse measurement requirements.
Technical Specifications
RF Source
• Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 1.3 GHz (narrowband); 10 MHz to 1.3 GHz (broadband)
• Resolution: 1 Hz
• Accuracy: ±5 ppm, 0°C to 55°C typical
• Output Impedance: 75 ohms
• Directivity: 40 dB
• Output Power: –60 dBm to +12 dBm (≤1 GHz); –60 dBm to +9 dBm (>1 GHz)
• Power Resolution: 0.01 dB; Level Accuracy: ±3.0 dB
• Harmonics: ≤–20 dBc (≤1 MHz); ≤–30 dBc (>1 MHz)
• Phase Noise: –70 dBc/Hz typical (10 kHz offset)
• Residual AM: ≤–50 dBc typical (100 kHz bandwidth)
RF Receiver
• Input Impedance: 75 ohms
• Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 1.3 GHz (narrowband); 10 MHz to 1.3 GHz (broadband)
• Maximum Input: +10 dBm (narrowband, 0.5 dB compression); +16 dBm (broadband, 0.55 dB compression)
• Damage Level: +20 dBm or ±25 VDC
IF Receiver
• Input Impedance: 75 ohms
• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 100 MHz
• Maximum Input: +16 dBm
• Damage Level: +20 dBm or ±25 VDC
• Gain Settings: 0 dB (–2 dB typical), 15 dB (+13 dB typical), 35 dB (+33 dB typical)
– Key Features
• 1 Hz frequency resolution enables precise tuning characterization
• Port match specifications from 14 dB to 30 dB support both reflection and transmission measurements
• Low phase noise and spurious content ensure signal integrity for sensitive device analysis
• Dual narrowband and broadband detection modes optimize measurement flexibility
– Typical Applications
• Tuner circuit design and optimization
• Component qualification and acceptance testing
• Manufacturing quality control and troubleshooting
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed for integration with the 87030A tuner test set; IF receiver port match typical at 21 dB with this configuration.
