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The HP 8753E RF vector network analyzer provides

all the performance and productivity features to

simplify and speed your component measurements in the

30 kHz to 6 GHz frequency range. Its new processor

makes measurement and data-transfer speeds up to seven

times faster than the previous model. Overall throughput

is enhanced by new features such as simultaneous four

parameter display* and adapter-removal calibration. An

integrated, synthesized source provides up to 10 mW of

output power (100 mW for Option 011), 1 Hz frequency

resolution, and linear-frequency, log-frequency, list-

frequency, CW, and power sweep types. Three tuned

receivers allow independent power measurements or

simultaneous ratio measurements over a wide dynamic

range of 105 dB at 6 GHz (with Option 006 frequency

extension) or 110 dB at 3 GHz (standard). The integrated

test set allows you to measure transmission and reflection

characteristics of a device to 6 GHz, without a frequency

doubler.

The HP 8753E network analyzer features two independent

measurement channels. You can choose to display any

combination of reflection and transmission parameters,

in magnitude, phase, group-delay, Smith-chart, polar, SWR,

or time-domain formats. Softkeys let you quickly access

measurement functions, and you can view results in over-

lay or split-screen format on the LCD color display. A

VGA-compatible output has been added to drive larger

external monitors for optimum viewing.

*available Q298

HP 8753E maximizes versatility

and performance

• Frequency range from 30 kHz to 3 GHz, or

optionally 6 GHz.

• Built-in S-parameter test set provides complete

forward and reverse measurements, allowing you

to characterize your component with a single

connection.

• 50 and 75-ohm solutions.

• Superb accuracy. Comprehensive calibration

guarantees accurate measurements. TRL*/LRM*

make calibration in noncoaxial environments easier

and more convenient.

• Mixer testing. Quickly and easily characterize

frequency translating devices such as mixers.

• Add swept harmonic measurements. Characterize

amplifier parameters — gain, 1 dB compression,

match — and 2nd and 3rd harmonic distortion with

the same test setup.

• Built-in 3.5 inch floppy disk drive provides

convenient storage of instrument states and data.

• Parallel and serial ports provide interfaces to

popular printers and plotters. The parallel port

can also be used as a general I/O bus, with user

controllable TTL inputs and outputs. Users can

also connect a DIN keyboard to speed up entry of

titles, labels, or file names, and for remote front

panel operation.

HP 8753E RF Vector

Network Analyzer

Technical Specifications

30 kHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz

Summary of content (25 pages)

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HP 8753E RF Vector Network Analyzer Technical Specifications 30 kHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz The HP 8753E RF vector network analyzer provides all the performance and productivity features to simplify and speed your component measurements in the 30 kHz to 6 GHz frequency range. Its new processor makes measurement and data-transfer speeds up to seven times faster than the previous model. Overall throughput is enhanced by new features such as simultaneous four parameter display* and adapter-removal calibration.
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Definitions and test conditions This document provides two types of performance information: Specifications describe the instrument’s warranted performance over the temperature range of 23 ± 3° C, unless otherwise stated. Specifications for frequencies above 3 GHz do not apply to instruments with Option 075 (75-ohm impedance). Supplemental characteristics are typical but nonwarranted performance parameters. These are denoted as “typical,” “nominal,” or “approximate.
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System performance summary HP 8753E (50-ohm systems) 7-mm test ports The following specifications describe the system performance of the HP 8753E network analyzer with an integrated 50-ohm S-parameter test set configuration.
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System performance summary HP 8753E (50-ohm systems) type-N test ports The following specifications describe the system performance of the HP 8753E network analyzer with an integrated 50-ohm S-parameter test set configuration.
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System performance summary HP 8753E (50-ohm systems) 3.5-mm test ports The following specifications describe the system performance of the HP 8753E network analyzer with an integrated 50-ohm S-parameter test set configuration.
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System performance summary HP 8753E (75-ohm systems) type-N test ports The following specifications describe the system performance of the HP 8753E network analyzer with an integrated 75-ohm S-parameter test configuration.
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System performance summary HP 8753E (75-ohm systems) type-F test ports The following specifications describe the system performance of the HP 8753E network analyzer with an integrated 75-ohm S-parameter test configuration.
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HP 8753E specifications Test-port output characteristics7 Test port input characteristics Frequency characteristics Range 30 kHz to 3 GHz (6 GHz with Opt. 006) Resolution 1 Hz Stability typically ±7.5 ppm 0° to 55° C typically ±3 ppm/year With Option 1D5 typically ±0.05 ppm 0° to 55° C typically ±0.5 ppm/year Accuracy ±10 ppm at 25° C ±5° C Power range –85 to +10 dBm2,6 Resolution 0.05 dB Level accuracy1,2,5 ±1.0 dB Level linearity1,2,5 (–15 dBm to +5 dBm) ±0.2 dB (5 dBm to 10dBm)6 ±0.
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HP 8753E specifications Test-port input characteristics (continued) Frequency offset mode3 Frequency range 300 kHz to 3 GHz (6 GHz with Opt.
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HP 8753E Option 011 specifications Test port output characteristics Test port input characteristics Frequency characteristics Frequency range 300 kHz to 3 GHz 30 kHz to 6 GHz (with Option 006) 1 Hz typically ±7.
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics Measurement Number of display channels Two display channels available. Accuracy The following graph shows group-delay accuracy at 1.3 GHz with type-N full two-port calibration and 10-Hz IF bandwidth. Insertion loss is assumed to be < 2 dB and electrical length to be ten meters. Measurement parameters HP 8753E: S11, S21, S12, S22, A, B, R, A/R, B/R, A/B. Conversion to impedance or admittance.
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics, cont’d Sweep time Set sweep time in seconds, minutes or hours. Minimum sweep time is dependent on number of data points per sweep and selected IF bandwidth. Automatic sweep time Select auto sweep time by entering zero seconds sweep time. The analyzer will sweep at the minimum sweep time for any subsequently selected stimulus conditions. Auto sweep time is the default condition. Sweep trigger Set to either continuous, hold, single, group sweep, or external trigger.
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics, cont’d • Interpolated error correction With any type of accuracy enhancement applied, interpolated mode recalculates the error coefficients when the test frequencies are changed. The number of points can be increased or decreased and the start/stop frequencies can be changed, but the resulting frequency span must be equal to or less than the original calibration frequency span.
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics, cont’d Storage Instrument state Up to 31 instrument states can be stored internally or recalled via the SAVE/RECALL menu. Instrument states include all control settings, active limit lines, active list frequency tables, memory trace data, active calibration coefficients, and custom display titles. Storage is in nonvolatile memory. Functions Plot trace(s), graticule(s), marker(s), or text including operating and system parameters.
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics, cont’d Offset value Set the offset frequency value. Service menu Select the desired service test, service diagnostic, service or verification mode. Test sequences Description Create, edit, save or recall a series of front-panel keystrokes to automate a measurement. Each of the six sequence registers can hold approximately 200 instructions.
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics, cont’d • Time domain range The range over which the display is free of response repetition depends on the frequency span and the number of points. Range, in nanoseconds, is determined by Range = 1/∆F = (Number of points in Frequency Domain –1) Frequency Span (GHz) • Range resolution Range-resolution is how closely in time that a response can be located.
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics, cont’d Transfer formats Binary (internal 48-bit floating point complex format) ASCII 32- or 64-bit IEEE 754 floating point format User-accessible graphics Using a subset of HP graphics language (HP-GL), vector or text graphics may be written on the HP 8753E via HP-IB. Up to 5 kbytes of data can be stored at one time (4 bytes per vector, 2 bytes per character).
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HP 8753E supplemental characteristics, cont’d Internal memory Typical data retention time with 3V, 1.2 Ah battery: At 25° C 11904 days (32.6 years) At 40° C 1244 days (3.4 years) At 70° C 250 days (0.68 year) Line power 48 Hz to 66 Hz 115V nominal (90V to 132V) or 230V nominal (198V to 264V). 280 VA max. Weight HP 8753E Net Shipping Cabinet dimensions (These dimensions exclude front and rear panel protrusions.) HP 8753E 222 mm H x 425 mm W x 457 mm D (8.75 in x 16.75 in x 18.
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HP 8753E test set specifications HP 85046A/B S-parameter test sets The HP 85046A/B S-parameter test sets provide the capability to measure reflection and transmission characteristics (including S-parameters) of two-port devices in either direction with a single connection. The test sets are controlled from the HP 8753E Option 011 and include a programmable step attenuator. The frequency range of the HP 85046A 50-ohm test set is 300 kHz to 3 GHz. The HP 85046A has precision 7-mm connectors.
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HP 8753E test set specifications, cont’d HP 85047A S-parameter test set The HP 85047A S-parameter test set provides the capability to simultaneously measure the reflection and transmission characteristics of two-port devices in either direction with a single connection. This test set includes a frequency doubler that can be switched in by an HP 8753B/C Option 006 to measure 3 MHz to 6 GHz in a single sweep or switched out to measure 300 kHz to 3 GHz in a single sweep.
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HP 8753E accessories Calibration kits HP 85033D 3.5-mm calibration kit Vector accuracy enhancement procedures require that the systematic errors of the measurement system be characterized by measuring known devices (standards) on the system over the frequency range of interest. The following calibration kits contain precision standards in many different connector types. Return loss specifications or typical values are provided where available for the terminations and adapters.
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HP 8753E accessories, cont’d HP 85039B type-F calibration kit HP 11857B 75-ohm type-N test port return cables Contains a set of 75-ohm type-F standards to calibrate the HP 8753E and 75-ohm test set for the measurement of devices with type-F connectors.
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HP 8753E accessories, cont’d Opt 001 Opt 002 Dimensions type-N (m) on RF input type-N (f) on outputs type-N (f) on RF input precision 7-mm on outputs 46 mm H x 52 mmW x 19 mm D (1.8 x 2.0 x 0.
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HP 8753E accessories, cont’d Specifications HP 11608A transistor fixture <0.7 pF (nominal) 1 Megohm (nominal) 300 kHz to 3 GHz 0 dB ±1 dB ±1 dB (300 kHz to 1 GHz) +2, –3 dB, (1 GHz to 3 GHz) Input voltage for < 1 dB compression 0.3 V Supplement characteristics Noise figure < 50 dB (<100 MHz) < 25 dB (100 MHz to 3 GHz) Input capacitance (at 500 MHz) Input resistance Bandwidth Gain (at 500 MHz) Frequency response Includes Type-N (m) adapter 10:1 divider Spare 12 mil probes 2.
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