The Keysight M9411A is a PXIe Vector Transceiver integrating a Vector Signal Generator and Vector Signal Analyzer in a compact 3-slot module. Operating from 380 MHz to 6 GHz with optional extension to 1 MHz, it delivers up to 1.2 GHz instantaneous bandwidth for simultaneous transmit and receive testing. The M9411A supports 5G, wireless communication, aerospace, and defense applications with high-accuracy RF performance metrics including -163 dBm/Hz noise floor at 1 GHz, -131 dBc/Hz phase noise at 10 kHz offset, and EVM and ACLR. Baseband memory options of 256 MSa or 512 MSa enable complex arbitrary waveform generation. The PXIe form factor enables scalable multi-module configurations for MIMO and multi-site testing with optional timing synchronization. Real-time FPGA-accelerated measurements, Sequencer Analyzer mode, and IQ streaming via backplane optimize throughput for design verification and high-volume manufacturing environments. The module operates between 45 to 75 °C with 45-minute warm-up time.
Technical Specifications
• Form Factor: PXIe module (3-slot)
• Frequency Range: 380 MHz to 6 GHz (optional extension: 1 MHz to 380 MHz)
• Instantaneous Bandwidth: Up to 1.2 GHz
• Bandwidth Options: 300 MHz, 600 MHz, 1.2 GHz
• Maximum Output Power: Up to +20 dBm (optional high output power available)
• Noise Floor (DANL) @ 1 GHz: -163 dBm/Hz
• Phase Noise @ 1 GHz (10 kHz offset): -131 dBc/Hz
• Harmonics @ 1 GHz: <-44 dBc
• Non-Harmonics @ 1 GHz: <-75 dBc
• Baseband Memory: 256 MSa or 512 MSa
• Operating Temperature (Module): 45 to 75 °C
• Operating Temperature (Environment): 20 to 35 °C
• Warm-up Time: 45 minutes
– Key Features
• Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) and Adjacent Channel Leakage Ratio (ACLR) rated for performance
• Real-time FPGA-accelerated measurements for accelerated test throughput
• Sequencer Analyzer Measurement Mode for complex signal evaluation
• Arbitrary waveform generation with independent operation or simultaneous Tx/Rx capability
• IQ Streaming via backplane (Option STM)
• Real-time Phase Compensation for 5G NR signal generation (Option RPC)
– Typical Applications
• 5G wireless testing and validation
• Aerospace and defense RF characterization
• Wireless communication design verification
• High-throughput manufacturing test
• MIMO and multi-site measurement systems
– Compatibility & Integration
• X-Series Measurement Applications support
• PathWave Signal Generation software compatibility
• Optional timing synchronization (MMO) for multi-module configurations
• PXIe backplane integration for scalable test systems
