Agilent / Keysight N5264B PNA-X Measurement Receiver for Antenna Test

The Keysight N5264B PNA-X Measurement Receiver is a specialized instrument for high-performance antenna testing and RCS characterization across 10 MHz to 10.5 GHz. Operating as a dedicated receiver module within the PNA-X Network Analyzer ecosystem, it delivers five independent measurement channels with data acquisition speeds reaching 400,000 points per second—enabling rapid frequency-scan antenna measurements and time-domain RCS analysis when paired with external sources. The instrument replaces legacy 8530A and 8360 systems with up to 10× speed improvement while maintaining backward compatibility through built-in 8530A code emulation.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 10.5 GHz (measurement); 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz (internal LO with Option 108)
• Measurement Channels: Five IF receivers (A, B, C, D, R)
• Data Acquisition: 400,000 points/second across all channels
• IF Frequency: Default 7.605634 MHz; adjustable ±14.9999 MHz
• Power Range: –30 dBm to +20 dBm
• Internal LO Output (Option 108): +10 dBm (fixed)
• Frequency Counter: 10 MHz to 10.5 GHz
• CW Signal Generator: 1.185 GHz
• Power Sensor: 300 kHz to 3.0 GHz, –30 dBm to +20 dBm
• Dimensions: 24 × 20 × 16 in; Weight: 50 lbs

– Key Features

• Five independent IF receiver channels for simultaneous multi-port measurements
• Requires external mixers for down-conversion to IF frequency
• Internal LO source available (Option 108) for remote mixer or frequency converter operation
• Built-in 8530A/8360 code emulation for drop-in system replacement
• No source ports or S-parameter capability; arbitrary ratioed parameters supported

– Typical Applications

• Antenna design, development, and verification in wireless communications
• Radar cross-section (RCS) measurements and analysis
• Aerospace and defense antenna characterization
• Frequency-scan antenna measurements and time-domain RCS testing

– Compatibility & Integration

Designed for integration with PNA-X Network Analyzer systems. Serves as a direct replacement for Agilent/HP 8530A and 8360 legacy instruments. Requires external RF sources and mixers for frequency down-conversion.