The HP/Agilent 8752C is a 6 GHz vector network analyzer engineered for precision measurement of RF component and system characteristics across transmission and reflection parameters. It integrates a synthesized source, dual-channel receiver, and transmission/reflection test set to deliver magnitude, phase, and group delay data with dynamic range to 110 dB. The instrument operates from 300 kHz to 1.3 GHz standard, with optional frequency extensions to 3.0 GHz or 6.0 GHz. Hardkey and softkey menus paired with a color display enable rapid operation and measurement interpretation.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range
• Standard: 300 kHz to 1.3 GHz
• Option 003: 300 kHz to 3.0 GHz
• Option 006: 300 kHz to 6.0 GHz
• Source resolution: 1 Hz
• Frequency accuracy: ±10 ppm
Measurement Performance
• Dynamic range: Up to 110 dB
• Receiver noise floor (reflection): -85 dBm typical
• Receiver noise floor (transmission): -100 dBm typical
• Maximum receiver input level: 0 dBm
• Source output power: -20 dBm to +5 dBm standard; -85 dBm to +10 dBm with Option 004
• Crosstalk: 100 dB (300 kHz to 1.3 GHz); 90 dB (1.3 GHz to 3 GHz)
• Test port impedance: 50 ohms standard; 75 ohms with Option 075
Measurement Parameters
• Reflection coefficient, return loss, phase, gain, isolation, group delay
• Deviation from linear phase in transmission
• One-port vector error correction with up to 1601 measurement points
• Interpolative error correction for frequency changes without recalibration
Time Domain Analysis (Option 010)
• Time domain response via inverse Fourier transform
• Low pass mode for TDR and step/impulse response
• Band pass mode for frequency-selective device characterization
– Key Features
• Test sequencing with internal keystroke recording and subroutine capability
• User-defined pass/fail limits with visual, audible, or TTL output
• Dual-channel receiver architecture
• 1 Hz source resolution for fine frequency control
– Typical Applications
• Component incoming inspection
• Production and final test measurement
• Service and field diagnostics
• Filter and transmission line characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
Available with 50 ohm or 75 ohm test ports. Extended frequency coverage and enhanced power measurement capability achieved through factory options.
