Boasting industry-leading continuous frequency coverage from 3 Hz to 110 GHz, with displayed average noise level as low as –150 dBm/Hz above 50 GHz, the Keysight N9041B UXA X-Series signal analyzer claims to be the first to provide frequency coverage to 110 GHz with a maximum analysis bandwidth of up to 5 GHz
Announced at recent European Microwave Week 2016 in London, the N9041B UXA exemplifies the company’s unique capabilities with attributes such as advanced front-end circuitry that achieves low loss and efficient mixing, providing a displayed average noise level (DANL) as low as –150 dBm/Hz when characterizing wideband modulated signals in the millimeter-wave band.
To eliminate compromises, the N9041B UXA provides two input connectors. The dedicated 1.0 mm input connector is machined to exact tolerances to ensure continuous sweeps and valid measurements up to 110 GHz. A robust and economical 2.4 mm input connector covers measurements up to 50 GHz.
The challenges of designing systems at these frequencies are significant, and this increases the need for integrated tools in design, simulation, measurement and analysis. Keysight software for design and simulation provide an efficient workflow that accelerates development of next-generation devices and systems. These tools were used in the development of the N9041B UXA and enabled first-time-correct designs of its millimeter-wave circuits.
Current applications of these tools include development of 5G wireless communications, millimeter-wave backhaul, satellite communications, automotive radar, military radar and electronic warfare systems. Emerging applications encompass development of devices and systems capable of performing high-resolution materials measurements for manufacturing, pharmaceutical and medical.
