The Agilent/Keysight N9029AV06 is a millimeter-wave frequency extension module manufactured by Virginia Diodes, Inc. that extends X-Series signal analyzer capabilities into the WR6.5 waveguide band from 110 to 170 GHz. It delivers high-sensitivity millimeter-wave measurements with 12 dB conversion loss, operating in either Standard Mode for stable narrowband signals or Block Down-Converter Mode with up to 20 GHz IF bandwidth for wideband and drifting signals. The module connects directly to compatible Keysight signal analyzers—the N9030A PXA, N9020A MXA, or N9010A EXA—when Option EXM is installed, displaying results directly on the host analyzer. A 9 V DC power supply is included.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 110 to 170 GHz
• Waveguide Input Port Flange: WR6.5
• Conversion Loss: 12 dB
• IF Bandwidth (Block Down-Converter Mode): Up to 20 GHz
• Power Supply: 9 V DC (included)
– Operating Modes
Standard Mode uses the local oscillator signal from the signal analyzer, multiplies it to millimeter frequencies, and mixes it with the incoming RF signal. A built-in diplexer allows LO and IF signals to share a single coaxial cable. This mode suits general spectrum analysis and stable CW or narrowband measurements.
Block Down-Converter Mode accepts a fixed LO signal from an external signal generator, down-converting both upper and lower sidebands of the RF spectrum to an IF output fed into the analyzer or oscilloscope RF input. This mode preserves spectral information for drifting or wideband communication signals.
– Key Features
• Direct frequency and amplitude display on host signal analyzer
• High-sensitivity millimeter-wave measurement capability
• Low 12 dB conversion loss
• Dual-mode operation for narrowband and wideband signals
• Integrated diplexer for shared-cable LO/IF routing
– Compatibility & Integration
The N9029AV06 requires Option EXM installed on the host analyzer and works exclusively with the Keysight N9030A PXA, N9020A MXA, and N9010A EXA X-Series signal analyzers. Block Down-Converter Mode requires an external signal generator for LO injection.
