The Keysight E5052B Signal Source Analyzer is a benchtop instrument for comprehensive RF and microwave signal source characterization. It consolidates phase noise, AM noise, frequency transient, and clock jitter measurements into a single platform, eliminating signal reconnections and reducing test time by over 10× compared to conventional methods. Direct connection capability and integrated low-noise DC sources enable rapid evaluation of VCOs, crystal oscillators, SAW oscillators, dielectric resonator oscillators, YIG oscillators, PLL synthesizers, RFICs, and L.O. circuits.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• RF input: 10 MHz to 7 GHz
• Analysis offset: 1 Hz to 100 MHz
• Frequency transient capture: Up to 80 MHz (narrow band), up to 4.8 GHz (wide band)
• Extended range to 26.5 GHz with E5053A; to 110 GHz with E5053A plus 11970 series mixers
Noise & Spurious Measurements
• Phase noise sensitivity: −178 dBc/Hz (typical)
• Residual noise: −95 dBm
• Spurious noise level: −80 dBc
• AM noise measurement supported without RF reconnection
• Real-time spectrum monitoring to 15 MHz span
Transient Analysis
• Simultaneous frequency, phase, and power capture over time
• Time resolution: 8 ns minimum
• Time span: 10 µs to 10 seconds
• Video trigger for unexpected frequency changes
• Clock jitter measurement with femto-second resolution
DC Source Specifications
• Control voltage (Vc): −15 V to +35 V, 20 mA max; noise density 1 nV/√Hz @ 10 kHz offset
• Power voltage (Vs): 0 V to +16 V, 80 mA max; noise density 10 nV/√Hz @ 10 kHz offset
Signal Input
• RF input range: −20 dBm to +20 dBm
• Connector: Type-N Female
– Key Features
• Ultra-low phase noise floor with cross-correlation measurement method
• Complete VCO characterization including frequency, power, and DC-supply-current over control and supply voltages
• Baseband noise analysis from 1 Hz to 100 MHz
• Residual FM reporting in Hz RMS
• Integrated low-noise reference source
– Typical Applications
• RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave oscillator evaluation
• VCO and crystal oscillator characterization
• PLL synthesizer performance assessment
• RFIC and local oscillator circuit validation
• Clock jitter and phase stability analysis
– Compatibility & Integration
The E5052B accepts Type-N female connectors and operates as a standalone benchtop system. Frequency coverage extends through optional external mixers for millimeter-wave applications.
