Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A)
has announced 14 FieldFox handheld analyzers that deliver
benchtop-instrument accuracy in field-test environments. Designed for harsh
conditions and hard-to-reach locations, FieldFox analyzers cover satellite
communications, microwave backhaul, military communications, radar systems and
a wide range of additional applications.
FieldFox microwave analyzers can be
configured as cable-and-antenna analyzers, spectrum analyzers, vector network
analyzers, or all-in-one combination analyzers. Each compact, 6.6-pound
(3.0-kg) package is available in four frequencies: 9, 14, 18 or 26.5 GHz.
To ensure durability in harsh field
environments, the completely sealed enclosure is compliant with U.S.
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 requirements. To enhance ease of use, the instrument has
a vertical, or "portrait," orientation and large buttons, allowing users
to easily operate the unit with their thumbs, even while wearing gloves.
"Measuring up and earning a spot
in our customer's field kit is the driving idea behind the FieldFox
analyzers," said Guy Séné, president of Agilent's Electronic Measurement
Group. "These rugged performers equip on-the-go personnel to handle
routine maintenance, in-depth troubleshooting and anything in between. Better
yet, FieldFox delivers Agilent-quality microwave measurements - wherever our
customers need to go."
FieldFox microwave vector network
analyzers provide full two-port S-parameter measurements with a remarkably low
trace noise of ±0.004 dB and superior dynamic range of 94 dB (up to 18 GHz).
The VNAs offer an industry-first QuickCal function, which enables hassle-free calibration
without external accessories. With any other instrument, adding devices such as
jumper cables to the test port requires recalibrating with an external
calibration kit.
FieldFox microwave spectrum analyzers
provide industry-leading amplitude accuracy of ±0.5 dB at power-up, with no
warm-up required, allowing field users to instantly and precisely characterize
transmitter power. They can detect more signals in the band of interest with
phase noise of -111 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset, and measure low-level signals in
the presence of high-power transmitters with spur-free dynamic range of 105 dB.
The combination analyzers' base
function is cable and antenna analysis, and users can configure the instrument
to do spectrum and vector network analysis as well. To further save space in a
field kit, FieldFox analyzers can be ordered with a built-in power meter,
independent signal generator, vector voltmeter, interference analysis, variable
DC source, frequency counter and built-in GPS receiver.
Among the 14 models are two new
FieldFox RF combination analyzers: the N9913A (4 GHz) and the N9914A (6.5 GHz).
These models expand Agilent's RF lineup, which already includes the highly
integrated N9912A RF analyzer (4 or 6 GHz) and the highly accurate N9923A RF
vector network analyzer (4 or 6 GHz).
U.S. Pricing and Availability
The new models are available worldwide
now. U.S. list prices for the microwave units start at $13,000 for the 9-GHz
base model. Specific models and frequency ranges are as follows:
- FieldFox
microwave combination analyzers: N9915A (9 GHz), N9916A (14 GHz), N9917A
(18 GHz) and N9918A (26.5 GHz).
- FieldFox
microwave vector network analyzers: N9925A (9 GHz), N9926A (14 GHz),
N9927A (18 GHz) and N9928A (26.5 GHz).
- FieldFox
microwave spectrum analyzers: N9935A (9 GHz), N9936A (14 GHz), N9937A (18
GHz) and N9938A (26.5 GHz).
- FieldFox
RF combination analyzers: N9913A (4 GHz) and N9914A (6.5 GHz)
More information is available online at www.agilent.com/find/FieldFox-pr.
Background information is available at www.agilent.com/find/FieldFox_backgrounder.
High-resolution images are available at www.agilent.com/find/FieldFox_images.
About Agilent Technologies
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the world's premier measurement company and a technology leader in chemical
analysis, life sciences, diagnostics, electronics and communications. The
company's 20,000 employees serve customers in more than 100 countries. Agilent
had net revenues of $6.6 billion in fiscal 2011. Information about Agilent is
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