Boonton 4500A RF Peak Power Meter/Analyzer

The Boonton 4500A RF Peak Power Meter/Analyzer is a sophisticated instrument designed for precise measurement of pulsed and modulated RF signals. It offers advanced capabilities for analyzing complex signals found in modern communication systems, radar, and electronic warfare applications. With its dual-channel functionality, statistical analysis features, and extensive triggering options, the 4500A provides engineers and researchers with the tools necessary to characterize and troubleshoot intricate RF power parameters.

### Technical Specifications

**Measurement Capabilities:**

* **Signal Types:** Pulsed and modulated RF signals, including digital modulation, multiple carriers, complex coding techniques, HDTV, and spread-spectrum signals (e.g., CDMA, WCDMA).
* **Measurement Modes:**
* Time Domain Analysis: Captures power versus time waveform.
* Statistical Analysis: Cumulative Distribution Function (CDF), Probability Density Function (PDF), and complementary cumulative distribution function (CCDF) measurements on continuously sampled RF signals.
* Pulse Parameters: Measures up to 14 pulse characteristics including peak power, average power, pulse width, rise time, fall time, overshoot, pulse period, pulse repetition rate, duty cycle, top amplitude, bottom amplitude, off-time, and delay between pulses or an external trigger event.
* CW Power Measurements.
* **Automatic Measurements:** 14 automatic measurements are available.
* **Mathematical Functions:** Advanced math functions for analyzing differences between channels, assisting in measurements like output stage compression and intermodulation distortion.

**Performance Specifications:**

* **Frequency Range:** 30 MHz to 40 GHz.
* **Dynamic Range:** Greater than 60 dB (sensor dependent).
* **Sampling Rate:** 1 MSa/sec.
* **Timebase Resolution:** 100 ps.
* **Single-Shot Bandwidth:** 100 kHz (with 10 samples per pulse at 1 MHz sampling rate).
* **Measurement Update Rate:**
* Two marker values and their delta available 80 times per second over the bus.
* All 14 automatic measurements available 20 times per second.
* Data buffer output is from a 501-element data buffer.
* Statistical histogram count array is output in two arrays of 4096 values each.

**Triggering Capabilities:**

* **Triggering Types:** Automatic peak-to-peak, delay-by-time, and delay-by-events triggering.
* **Trigger Qualifiers:** Option for delay by events trigger qualifier.
* **External Trigger Level:** Option for TTL external trigger level.
* **Pre-trigger Information:** Digital signal processing permits pre-trigger information capture.

**Display and User Interface:**

* **Display:** 8.4-inch TFT color LCD display (for -L versions) or 9-inch color CRT (for non -L versions).
* **Display Resolution:** 640 x 480 pixels (VGA compatible).
* **Waveform Display Resolution:** 501 x 281 pixels.
* **Display Modes:** Envelope, persistence, and roll mode displays.
* **Data Display:** Text view of 15 time and power measurements per channel.
* **User Interface:** Familiar user interface.

**Calibration and Measurement Accuracy:**

* **Calibrator:** 1 GHz NIST Traceable Calibrator.
* **Automatic Calibration:** User-selectable automatic routine calibrates the sensor and instrument over the full dynamic range.
* **Sensor Data:** Calibration factor information and other sensor data are automatically downloaded to the instrument when the sensor is connected.
* **Logarithmic Amplifier:** Logarithmic amplifier in the sensor enables measurement and analysis of power changes exceeding 60 dB in a single display range.

**Interfaces:**

* **Data Ports:** GPIB, USB, and LAN.
* **Printer Port:** Parallel printer port.
* **Storage:** PC-compatible 1.44MB floppy disk drive.

**Power Sensors:**

* **Compatibility:** Compatible with industry-leading 56xxx and 57xxx series peak power sensors.
* **Sensor Data Storage:** Sensor calibration factors, frequency range, power range, sensor type, serial number, and other sensor-dependent information are stored in EEPROM within the peak power sensor.
* **Sensor Cable:** Detachable sensor cable with standard length of 5 feet; other lengths (10, 20, 25, 50 feet) are available.

**Physical and Environmental:**

* **Dimensions:** 20 × 16 × 8 inches (approximate, for Model 4500A-01).
* **Weight:** 42 lbs (approximate, for Model 4500A-01).

### Options

* **4500A-01:** Second measurement channel, front panel.
* **4500A-02:** One measurement channel, rear panel.
* **4500A-03:** Second measurement channel, rear panel.
* **4500A-04:** Delay by events trigger qualifier.
* **4500A-05:** TTL external trigger level.

### Compatibility

* **Sensors:** Compatible with Boonton 56xxx and 57xxx series peak power sensors.

Why Choose Aumictech for Boonton 4500A RF Peak Power Meter/Analyzer?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end RF test and measurement equipment. Whether you need precise pulsed RF signal analysis, comprehensive statistical power measurements, or advanced triggering capabilities for complex signal characterization, our team ensures the Boonton 4500A RF Peak Power Meter/Analyzer delivers maximum performance for your application.