The Keysight J7205B is a five-channel attenuation control unit engineered for physical layer characterization and validation in wireless communications, aerospace defense, and component testing. It delivers precise signal attenuation and conditioning across multiple devices under test simultaneously, with DC to 18 GHz bandwidth and 0 to 121 dB attenuation range in 1 dB steps.
Technical Specifications
• Channels: 5
• Frequency Range: DC to 18 GHz
• Attenuation Range: 0 to 121 dB
• Attenuation Step: 1 dB
• Insertion Loss Repeatability: 0.03 dB per section over 5 million cycles
• Form Factor: Standard full rack, 2U
– Key Features
• LAN and GPIB control interfaces support both local and remote operation
• Soft front panel user interface enables virtual control
• Remote triggering capability via LAN and GPIB
• Multi-language programming support for integration into automated test environments
• Attenuation accuracy and flatness specifications ensure measurement integrity across the operating bandwidth
– Typical Applications
• Design validation and manufacturing test of multi-channel, multi-technology wireless components
• Receiver sensitivity characterization
• Multi-DUT signal attenuation and conditioning
– Compatibility & Integration
The J7205B operates alongside the J7204A/B series attenuation control units, permitting flexible configuration of larger test systems. Technical overviews, operating manuals, and service documentation are available.
