The Agilent/Keysight N1015A is a modulation test set engineered for integration with the 71501D Jitter Analysis System. It delivers precise clock recovery and modulation control across dual frequency bands, enabling accurate characterization of high-speed serial data streams and signal integrity assessment in complex communication devices.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range
• 2.4 GHz to 3.2 GHz
• 9.8 GHz to 13 GHz
Modulation Bandwidth
• 20 MHz (2.4–3.2 GHz band, with 71501D options 300, 305)
• 80 MHz (9.8–13 GHz band, with 71501D options 310, 305)
Data Rate Capability
• 2.5 Gb/s with 20 MHz modulation bandwidth
• 10 Gb/s with 80 MHz modulation bandwidth
• 2.4–3.2 Gb/s operating range (20 MHz expanded modulation)
• 9.8–12.5 Gb/s operating range (80 MHz expanded modulation)
Jitter Performance
• Intrinsic jitter noise floor: 0.002 UI rms
Frequency Agility
• System supports frequency-agile operation across both bands
– Key Features
• Dual-band modulation capability spanning 2.4 GHz to 13 GHz
• Expanded modulation bandwidth from 20 MHz to 80 MHz depending on frequency selection
• Low intrinsic jitter noise floor enables precision characterization of timing integrity
• Frequency-agile architecture supports flexible test configurations
– Typical Applications
High-speed serial data stream analysis, clock recovery validation, signal integrity measurement, jitter characterization in communication systems, and modulation performance testing.
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed exclusively for use with the Agilent/Keysight 71501D Jitter Analysis System. Option 310 (80 MHz modulator) specifically supports 9.8–12.5 Gb/s testing. Calibration services available via CAL option.
