Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) Performance Test

The PSA’s input is terminated with a 50 ohm load, and the displayed average noise level (DANL) is measured within the specified frequency ranges. If the PSA has the preamp option 1DS or 110, additional testing is performed with the preamp on. All tests are performed in DC-Coupled mode.

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Required Test Equipment

Test Equipment

Model Number

E4440A
E4443A
E4445A

E4446A
E4447A
E4448A

50 ohm Termination

909A, Option 012

X

 

50 ohm Termination

85138B

 

X

3.5 mm (f) to Type-N (f) adapter 

1250-1745

(Option BAB)

 

Connection Setup