Agilent/Keysight E8364A

The Agilent/Keysight E8364A is a four-receiver PNA Series Vector Network Analyzer for RF and microwave component characterization across 45 MHz to 50 GHz. It delivers dynamic range up to 138 dB with direct receiver access and sweeps faster than 26 µs/point, enabling precise measurements in research, development, and manufacturing environments. Advanced error correction—including TRL/LRM calibration—removes systematic errors such as directivity, source match, isolation, load match, and frequency response tracking.

– Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 45 MHz to 50 GHz
• Dynamic Range (Standard): 123 dB at test port; 104 dB at 50 GHz
• Dynamic Range (Direct Receiver Access): 138 dB
• Measurement Speed: Less than 26 µs/point
• Measurement Channels: Sixteen independent channels
• Memory: 256 MB RAM with built-in hard drive
• Calibration Methods: TRL/LRM (four-receiver enabled)
• Compatible Calibration Kits: 85056A, 85054B, 85050B, 85050C
• Electronic Calibration: Keysight N4693A ECal module compatible

– Dynamic Range Performance

Standard configuration (10 Hz bandwidth) ranges from 119 dB at 500 MHz–2 GHz to 104 dB at 45–50 GHz. Extended Dynamic Range (Option 014) achieves 138 dB at 500 MHz–2 GHz, declining to 111 dB at 45–50 GHz. Bias-Tee configuration (Option UNL) maintains 117 dB at 500 MHz–2 GHz.

– Key Features

• Four-receiver architecture enabling simultaneous S-parameter and receiver measurements
• TRL/LRM calibration corrects directivity, source match, isolation, load match, and transmission/reflection tracking
• Electronic calibration support via Keysight N4693A module for rapid setup
• Multiple independent measurement channels for parallel test configurations

– Compatibility & Integration

Supports SCPI and COM/DCOM programming. Interfaces include USB, GPIB, LAN, Serial, and Parallel for external equipment control such as power meters and signal sources. Compatible with standard Agilent/Keysight calibration kits and electronic calibration modules.