The HP/Agilent 8713B is a synthesized RF network analyzer operating from 300 kHz to 3.0 GHz, designed for rapid characterization of components and systems across manufacturing, laboratory, and field service environments. It combines an integrated source, transmission/reflection test set, and dual-channel CRT display to enable single-connection swept-frequency measurements with 50 ms sweep capability. The instrument delivers S-parameter analysis, insertion loss, delay, power, SWR, gain compression, and impedance measurements with dynamic range exceeding 100 dB in narrowband mode.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 300 kHz to 3.0 GHz
• Source: Integrated synthesized source with 1 Hz resolution, +16 dBm output power (–60 dBm to +16 dBm with Option 1E1)
• Sweep Speed: 50 ms per sweep
• Receivers: Multi-mode with narrowband and broadband detection; dynamic range >100 dB (narrowband)
• Directivity Correction: Up to 40 dB
• Source Match Correction: Up to 20 dB
• Test Set: Integrated transmission/reflection
• Display: Two independent channels via CRT with user-selectable formats
• Data Storage: 3½-inch disk drive (LIF/DOS formats); 100+ internal save/recall registers
– Key Features
• Directivity and source match corrections minimize systematic measurement errors
• Narrowband detection for high-rejection applications; broadband mode for frequency-translating devices
• Data averaging for enhanced repeatability
• Internal factory calibration with external standard support
• Power sweep capability for gain compression analysis
– Measurement Capabilities
S-parameter analysis, insertion loss, delay (including AM delay with option), power, SWR, impedance, and gain compression testing.
– Compatibility & Integration
Supports GPIB and parallel interfaces to HP-GL plotters and HP PCL-compatible printers. Option 1C2 enables BASIC programming. Option 1E1 provides 60 dB step attenuator and extended power range. AM delay and cable test capabilities available.
