HP / Agilent 8714ES 3 GHz RF Network Analyzer

The HP/Agilent 8714ES is a 3 GHz RF network analyzer delivering accurate S-parameter measurements across development, manufacturing, and maintenance workflows. This two-port vector-error-corrected instrument integrates a full S-parameter test set with dual independent measurement channels, supporting rectangular, polar, Smith chart, delay, and SWR display formats. The analyzer characterizes RF components—filters, amplifiers, antennas, cables, and mixers—with high dynamic range exceeding 100 dB in narrowband detection mode.

– Technical Specifications

Frequency & Source Performance
• Frequency range: 300 kHz to 3 GHz
• Synthesized source with 1 Hz resolution
• Sweep time: 40 ms or faster
• Source output power: Up to +13 dBm
• Source attenuator: 60 dB standard (70 dB total power-level control)
• Maximum input: 26 dBm

Measurement Capabilities
• Two independent measurement channels
• S-parameters (forward and reverse), gain/insertion loss, isolation, insertion phase, electrical length, linear group delay, return loss, SWR, reflection coefficient, impedance, gain compression, AM-to-PM conversion, and absolute power
• System impedance: 50-ohm and 75-ohm versions
• Test port connector: Type N Female (50 Ohm)
• Directivity: 47 dB

Detection & Receivers
• High-dynamic-range narrowband and broadband receivers
• Dynamic range: Greater than 100 dB (narrowband detection)
• Broadband internal detectors with external detector inputs

– Key Features

• Full two-port vector-error correction for measurement accuracy
• Large display with VGA monitor output capability
• Standard LAN interface (TCP/IP-compliant, 10Base-T) and GPIB connectivity
• Instrument BASIC (IBASIC) programming standard
• Internal disk drive for instrument state storage
• Programmable architecture for automated test environments with backward compatibility

– Typical Applications

Component characterization including filters, amplifiers, antennas, cables, and mixers; RF system development and validation; manufacturing test and quality assurance; field maintenance and troubleshooting.

– Compatibility & Integration

Optional 2, 6, and 12-port switching test sets. External broadband detectors available for extended dynamic range beyond internal detector performance.