The Agilent/Keysight N9927A FieldFox is a portable handheld microwave vector network analyzer engineered for field deployment from 30 kHz to 18 GHz. This rugged instrument delivers S-parameter analysis, cable and antenna characterization, power measurement, and pulse RF analysis in a compact 3.0 kg package.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 30 kHz to 18 GHz
Vector Network Analyzer Performance:
• Dynamic range up to 94 dB with four independent sensitive receivers
• Trace noise: 0.004 dB rms
• S-parameter measurements: S11, S21 (base) or full two-port S11, S21, S12, S22 with magnitude and phase
• Mixed-mode (balanced) S-parameters and common-mode/differential-mode reflection measurements
• Calibration methods: QuickCal, full 2-port unknown thru, TRL, OSL, response, and enhanced response calibration
Output Power: Up to 1 dBm with flat power in 1 dB steps across frequency span. Low-power CAT mode: -45 dBm nominal.
DC Bias Source:
• Voltage range: 1 to 32 VDC
• Maximum current: 650 mA
• Maximum power: 8 W
• Supports amplifier biasing and tower-mounted amplifier powering
Power Meter & Pulse Capabilities:
• USB power sensor measurements with independent source/receiver frequencies
• Average and pulse power measurement
• Channel power accuracy: ±0.5 dB
• Supports Agilent USB peak power sensors (18 and 40 GHz models)
• Pulse characterization: peak power, peak-to-average ratio, rise time, fall time, pulse repetition frequency
– Key Features
• Bright, low-reflection display with backlit keys
• Glove-operable large buttons for field operation
• Lightweight 3.0 kg form factor
• Configurable to include vector voltmeter and time-domain reflectometer options
– Connectors & Integration
Supports Type-N 50 Ω, Type-N 75 Ω, 7/16 DIN, TNC, 3.5 mm, 2.4 mm, and waveguide connectors.
