The Agilent/Keysight V2820A/506-H8B-UPN is a vector signal analyzer engineered for RF measurement and signal characterization across wireless communication standards. This fully loaded configuration arrives with multiple pre-installed options that extend measurement capability and application breadth. Operating from 400 MHz to 6 GHz, the instrument delivers the amplitude accuracy, noise performance, and data throughput required for complex modulation analysis, wideband signal measurement, and high-speed data acquisition in modern wireless devices.
Technical Specifications
• Product Type: RF Vector Signal Analyzer
• Manufacturer: Agilent / Keysight
• Model: V2820A / 506-H8B-UPN
• Frequency Range: 400 MHz to 6 GHz
• Absolute Amplitude Accuracy: ±0.6 dB (typical)
• Displayed Average Noise Level: -150 dBm/Hz at 1 GHz (with pre-amplifier on)
• Frequency Switching Speed: 250 µs
• Phase Noise: <-140 dBc/Hz at 300 kHz offset, 2 GHz carrier
• Form Factor: Benchtop
– Key Features
• Wideband signal measurement capability, including 40 MHz WLAN signals (802.11n)
• High-speed IQ data transfer exceeding 100 Mbits/second when controlled via PC
• Single port input for direct femtocell connection without external switching
• MIMO-ready support for WLAN and WiMAX applications
• Multi-purpose measurement suite: spectrum analysis, adjacent channel power ratio, channel power list
• LXI remote operation with SCPI command automation
• Rack mount (V2999A-1CM) and bench top (V2999A-BTK) kit options available
– Typical Applications
• Complex modulation and wide bandwidth signal analysis
• High-throughput communication standard characterization
• Wi-Fi and cellular technology validation
• Femtocell and MIMO device measurement
– Compatibility & Integration
PC control via desktop control panel software (Windows XP compatible, Java runtime required). SCPI programming interface enables automated test sequences and data logging.
