The Wandel & Goltermann PKN is a precision network analyzer engineered for testing and characterizing network components and systems. It delivers accurate measurements of impedance, admittance, S-parameters, and other critical network parameters across a wide frequency range. The instrument supports transmission line simulation and selective level measurements, making it suitable for telecommunications and network parameter analysis applications.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency range: 1 kHz to 10 MHz (based on related PKN-1 Line Simulator)
• Voltage measurement capability: 1 µV to 2 V
• Maximum coaxial frequency range: up to 25 MHz
• Maximum balanced frequency range: up to 14 MHz
– Key Features
• S-parameter measurement and network characterization
• Impedance and admittance analysis
• Transmission line simulation functionality
• Selective level measurements on FDM communication systems
• Phase jitter and noise measurement capabilities
• High frequency accuracy with spectral purity synthesis
• IEEE 488 interface support
– Typical Applications
• Component and system network characterization
• Transmission line analysis and simulation
• FDM communication system testing
• Single sideband radio-link system measurement
• Network parameter validation in telecommunications
– Compatibility & Integration
• IEEE 488 interface for remote control and data acquisition
• Compatible with AC line voltage operation
• Battery operation with charging capability supported in select configurations
