Specifications

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Drivers
53131A/53132A/53181A:
IntuiLink Connectivity Software
Application Notes:
8 Hints for Making Better
RF Counter Measurements
This brochure focuses on making
better RF counter measurements by
understanding the effects of counter
architecture; recognizing the difference
between resolution and accuracy, and
scheduling calibration to match
performance needs.
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Find a video demo, specifications
calculator and more at
www.agilent.com/find/frequencycounters
Configure a counter that is
right for your application
Start by selecting a counter, either
the 53131A, 53132A, or 53181A.
Don’t know which one to choose?
Check out our most popular
53131A. Then choose the timebase
that is the best fit for your applica-
tion. Optional timebases improve
stability due to changes in tempera-
ture or time and provide the conve-
nience of electronic calibration.
Finally, an optional RF channel can
be added to measure signals up to
12.4 GHz – opt 030, a 3 GHz RF
channel is a common choice.
Frequency Counters 53131A, 53132A, and 53181A
(Continued)
More detailed specifications at www.agilent.com/find/frequencycounters
Frequency Counters
Ordering Information
Agilent 53131A
Universal Counter, 10 digit/s
Agilent 53132A
Universal Counter, 12 digit/s
Agilent 53181A
RF Counter, 10 digit/s
Option 001 Medium stability timebase
Option 010 High stability timebase
Option 012 Ultra stability timebase
Option 015 1.5 GHz Ch. w/BNC connector
Option 030 3.0 GHz Ch. w/BNC connector
Option 050 5.0 GHz Ch. w/Type-N
connector
Option 124 12.4 GHz Ch. w/Type-N
connector
1
Option 015 is available only for the 53131A
Option 060 Adds parallel 225 MHz
channel(s) to rear panel
Option 061 Adds parallel 225 MHz
channel(s) to rear panel and moves
option 030 to rear panel.
Option 062 Adds parallel 225 MHz
channel(s) to rear panel, opt 050 or
opt 124 remain on front panel.
Option 1CM Rack mount kit
82357A Optional USB Interface