HEWLETT PACKARD HP 8566B Spectrum Analyzer 100 Hz to 22 Technical Data Outstanding Precision and Capability
The HP 8566B Spectrum Analyzer Designed for bench and system use, the HP 8566B offers superior measurement speed, microwave frequency accuracy, and sensitivity. Measure low-level signals up to 22 with narrow resolution bandwidths. Synthesizer stability virtually eliminates long-term drift and residual FM. Frequency range is 100 Hz to 22 with a dc-coupled input. Preselected external mixers extend this coverage from 26.
The HP 8566B Microwave Spectrum Analyzer Smart Enough to Make Its Own Decisions with Precision and Speed One keystroke sends all CRT information directly to a plotter* Easy-to-read, annotated display shows instrument settings and multiple traces Coupled functions SAVE and RECALL store instrument settings Instrument sweeptimes greater than or equal to 20 ms Measurement aids include four tunable markers for direct and relative signal measurements
Powerful signal and processing functions perform complex data analysis Interactive function and data controls simplify operation Today’s HP 8566B Offers Dedicated keys make basic operation easy Exceptional microwave performance Decision-making capability Enhanced processing speed Preselected millimeter coverage Advanced functions Downloadable programming capability Distributed processing with a computer Proven reliability, performance, and support
Test Systems Tailored to Your Needs For EM1 troubleshooting and pre-qualification testing, use your HP 8566B spectrum analyzer with components and accessories from HP’s complete line of EM1 products. The many offerings include current probes, line impedance stabilization networks antennas, positioning equipment, EM1 measurement software, an RF preselector, and a quasi-peak adapter.
Accessories That Enhance Performance Millimeter Mixers Preselected Mixers The HP 11974 series preselected mixers eliminate the need for consuming signal identification routines at millimeter frequencies. With preselection, no images or multiples are generated to confuse measurements. These external mixers allow you to quickly locate true signals, and they simplify software development for automated measurements. The HP 11974 series mixers are available in four bands covering 26.
Tracking Sources Add high dynamic range scalar measurement capability to the HP 8566B. The HP 856448 and 856458 portable tracking sources allow you to use your spectrum analyzer for measuring transmission and reflection characteristics of devices. You can also characterize harmonic distortion, intermodulation distortion, spurious products, and more. The tracking sources give the HP 8566B dynamic range greater than 125 up to 12.
Microwave Preamplifier Boost the sensitivity of the HP 8566B spectrum analyzer with the HP 8449B microwave preamplifier. This low noise, high gain preamplifier has a frequency range of 1 to 26.5 Sensitivity improvements of up to 25 allow you to detect and analyze very low level signals in dramatically reduced time, using wider bandwidths. Low return loss on the input and output ports of the preamplifier minimizes mismatch uncertainty.
Specifications Specifications describe the instrument’s warranted performance over the 0” to 55” C temperature range (unless otherwise noted), with autocoupled operation and preselector Characteristics information about non-warranted instrument performance. Frequency 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 Measurement Range 100 Hz to 22 dc-coupled input; 70 up to 325 with external mixers 80 1 10 10 H z 100 Hz Frequency Reference Error 100 1 10 M H z 100 M H z Offset Frequency Aging Rate 1 x and 2.
Reference Level Range to -99.9 or equivalent in Log volts. Readout expandable to to -119.9 (-139.9 for 1 kHzRBW)* Linear 7.07 V to 2.2 full scale. Readout expandableto 223.6 V to 2.2 (0.22 for 1 RBW)* * Maximum total power not to exceed damage level Accuracy The sum of the following factors determines the accuracy of the reference level readout. Measurement technique used after calibration with CAL signal determines applicability of uncertainty sources.
Log Digitization Uncertainty 10 0.2 fO.l 2 dB/div 0.04 1 dB/div 0.02 Linear Digitization Uncertainty Error Correction Accuracy (applicable when SHIFT W 0.4 and SHIFT X are executed) Reference Line Accuracy Equals the sum of reference level accuracy plus the scale fidelity between the reference level and the reference line level.
External Sweep Trigger Input (rear panel) Must be 2.4 V (5 V max), 1 kohm nominal input impedance. Must equal External Frequency Reference Input 5 MHz 25 Hz or MHz Hz, 0 to 50 ohm nominal input impedance. Analyzer performance will be degraded unless frequency reference phase noise and spurious signals are 40 single sideband (1 Hz) referred to 10 MHz at a 100 Hz to 10 offset. Quasi-Peak (rear panel; nominal values) Video Input 0 to 2 V, 139 ohm input impedance with 10 21.
General Specifications . Environmental Temperature Operation 0” to 55” C Storage -40” to 75” c Increased internal temperatures may result if the rear panel air filters are not cleaned regularly. Altitude Operation 4,572 m (15,000 ft) Storage 15,240 m (50,000 ft) Power Requirements 50 to 60 Hz; 100,200, 120,220, or 240 V -10%); approximately 650 VA (40 VA in standby). 400 Hz operation with Option 400.
HEWLETT PACKARD Ordering Information HP 8566B Spectrum Analyzer100 Hz to 22 Turbo retrofit kit for any HP 8566B Option Turbo option for faster measurements Option 002 Rack mount slide kit Option 010 Installed EM1 receiver functions Option 016 German operating manual Option 031 Information card in Japanese Option 080 Information card in French Option 081 MIL-STD 45662A calibration certification Option MIL-STD 45662A calibration certification Option with test data 400 Hz operation Option 400 100 Hz, 1 and 1
