for Multiport and
Balanced Devices
Agilent
Test Solutions
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1 Available up to 3 GHz for two ports, up to 2.2 GHz used with 87050E test set.
2 Integrated 4-port is available for frequency coverage up to 8.5 GHz (ENA) and 20 GHz (PNA-L).
3 Available up to 110 GHz for two ports.
ENA-L:
ENA:
PNA-L:
PNA:
2 4 8 12 16 >16
300 kHz to 2.2 GHz
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300 kHz to 8.5 GHz
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As your Multiport Devices Expand, Agilent Expands with You
300 kHz to 67 GHz
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300 kHz to 50 GHz
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Many of today’s wireless communications and broadband components have four
or more ports. These components require multiple connections for complete
characterization with a network analyzer. However, time-to-market pressures
require that today’s components be tested quickly while maintaining high
levels of accuracy and high repeatability to achieve production volumes.
Network analyzer sweep speed is only one factor that contributes to the overall
throughput that can be achieved in measuring multiport components. The
overall throughput depends on how quickly the component can be connected
and the system can transition from one measurement path to the next and
process that data. Multiport test sets dramatically reduce overall tune and
test times because the DUT only needs to be connected once to test multiple
signal paths. Minimizing the number of connections also reduces operator
fatigue and lowers the chance of connecting to the wrong port. In addition,
fewer connections mean less wear on cables, connectors, fixtures, and DUTs.
A multiport test set is especially valuable in manufacturing applications
where the time required for device connection, handling, and/or configuration
is significantly greater than the test time. In these situations, a test set provides
a solution that supports operators or part handlers in increasing throughput.
Agilent provides the highest performing multiport test solutions to meet the
demands of the never-ending trend to decrease size through integration in
modules and at the same time address the pressure to increase throughput
and lower test cost. A range of solutions are available for many devices from
simple duplexers, for both front-end passive and active and wireless infrastructure components, to more complex integrated modules. These solutions
optimize key hardware, firmware, and software features, which provide the
best accuracy with the convenience of multiport connections and electronic
calibration to achieve exceptionally fast measurement speeds.
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Number of Ports
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ENA Series RF Network Analyzers
ENA
• Integrated, one-box solution for 3-, 4-port,
and balanced devices
• Best price performance up to 8.5 GHz
• High measurement speed
• Optional dedicated multiport test sets
for up to 16-port devices
ENA-L
• Lowest cost solution for 50 and 75 ohm
devices up to 2.2 GHz
• Test set cal and self cal for simplified
calibration
PNA Series Microwave
Network Analyzers
• Efficient and flexible for both
manufacturing and R&D
• 4-port frequency coverage up to 67 GHz
• Integrated 4-port with balanced
capabilities (PNA-L)
• Flexible solutions with configurable test,
open Windows
®
architecture, custom
multiport test sets available
• Identical user interface and
programming across PNA Series
RF and Microwave
Electronic Calibration (ECal)
• Fast 2- and 4-port calibrations up to 67 GHz:
2-port up to 67 GHz and 4-port up to 20 GHz
• NIST traceable, accurate calibration
• Direct control via single USB interface
• Reliable solid-state switching
• Mixed connectors available
Measurement Wizard Assistant
(MWA)
• Increase productivity with MWA software
• Simplify measurement setup and operation
• Go/no-go test management function
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Agilent Test Solutions for Multiport and Balanced Devices
PNA Series (300 kHz up to 67 GHz)
ENA Series (300 kHz up to 8.5 GHz)
ECal (300 kHz up to 67 GHz)
MWA for ENA Series
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New-generation wireless equipment depends on advanced RF components,
from duplexers and couplers to differential SAW filters and amplifiers.
These components need to be measured efficiently in R&D and the production
process. Fast and accurate testing is crucial, and Agilent's ENA Series network
analyzers offer comprehensive measurement capabilities for advanced
multiport devices.
Built-in two, three, or four test ports provide simultaneous measurement
of all signal paths in components with up to four ports. This advanced
architecture minimizes the number of sweeps required for multiport
S-parameter measurements and helps increase test throughput.
Built-in balanced measurements, matching-circuit simulation, and port
characteristic impedance conversion all enable accurate characterization
of the most advanced RF components. These test capabilities contribute to
shortened time to market and reduced cost of test.
The ENA network analyzer holds up to sixteen measurement channels
in a single instrument state. Independent frequency list, calibration data,
measurement parameters, trace layout, triggering, and limit test are applied
in each measurement channel; which acts as if it is an independent network
analyzer. This multi-channel capability eliminates recall time for sequencing
multiple instrument setup states that are often required for multiport
devices used in multi-frequency applications.
E5070B/71B
Features
• Full specified performance from 300 kHz
to 3 GHz (E5070B) and 300 kHz to 8.5 GHz
(E5071B)
• Built-in 2, 3, and 4 test ports
• Up to full 4-port calibration
• 122 dB wide dynamic range
• 0.001 dBrms low trace noise
• Fast measurement speed: 9.6 us/point
• Up to 16 measurement channels
• Up to 16 traces per channel
• Up to 20,001 measurement points
• Real-time balanced measurements
• Flexible matching circuit simulation
• Complex port characteristic impedance
conversion for non-50 ohm device
measurements
• Advanced calibration: TRL/LRL cal and
mixed-connector cal
• Simulation linkage with Touch Stone files
(s2p, s3p, and s4p)
The ENA also accelerates test system
development and expands customization
capabilities. Built-in Visual Basicfor
Applications (VBA) allow you to develop
and customize test programs in the ENA
series, or import Visual Basic programs
from an external PC. A custom user interface using a touch screen (optional) can
be created on the 10.4" LCD display.
ENA 2-, 3-, and 4-port Measurements up to 8.5 GHz
with ENA RF Network Analyzers
8.5 GHz ENA with four built-in test ports
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Whether for wireless LAN front-end modules or satellite filters, the Agilent
4-port PNA-L network analyzer offers the industry’s best combination of
speed and accuracy to meet modern measurement challenges. Ideal for
in-fixture measurements, the 4-port PNA-L allows a variety of easy and
accurate methods to correct for fixtures. Making fast and accurate multiport
measurements has never been easier.
Differential technologies and component integration continue to push higher
in frequency. Now the PNA series, when combined with an external test set
and Option 550, can perform 4-port measurements up to 67 GHz.
4-port Measurements up to 67 GHz
with the PNA Series
67 GHz 2-port PNA expanded to 4-ports with N44xxB test set
20 GHz PNA-L with four built-in test ports
4-port measurements up to 20 GHz
N5230A Opt 240 or Opt 245
Features
• Integrated 4-port from 300 kHz to 20 GHz
• Built-in single-ended and balanced
measurements
• Configurable test set for added flexibility
• Fast measurement speed: less than
4 us/point
• Excellent dynamic range, 120 dB
• Low trace noise, 0.006 dB rms
• Automatic Port Extension feature for
easy and accurate test fixture calibration
• Time-domain analysis and frequency-
offset measurements
Expand your PNA Series to 4 ports
PNA: E8362/3/4B, E8361A
PNA-L: N5230A option 225/425/525
Features
• External test set controlled directly
by PNA/PNA-L
N4419B (10 MHz to 20 GHz)
N4420B (10 MHz to 40 GHz)
N4421B (10 MHz to 50 GHz)
N4421BH67 (10 MHz to 67 GHz)
• Option 550 4-port measurement
application adds 4-port error correction
and differential measurements
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