PNA Configurations and Options


Included with each PNA is a mouse and keyboard. This topic presents PNA models that are supported with this firmware release and the available options.

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PNA-X Series

See Block Diagrams

PNA-X Options

See other options that MAY be offered on the PNA-X models

See NVNA Brochure for more PNA-X options.

Option

Required Model/Options

Description

200

None

2-port model base model. Includes six front-panel access loops.

219

200

To 2-port base model, add:

  • Bias-tees between each source and each test port

  • Source and receiver attenuators:

Model

Source Attn

Receiver Attn

N5241A/42A/49A

0 to 65 dB in 5 dB steps

0 to 35 dB in 5 dB steps

N5244A/45A

0 to 60 dB in 10 dB steps

0 to 35 dB in 5 dB steps

N5247A

0 to 50 dB in 10 dB steps

0 to 50 dB in 10 dB steps

224

200, one of 219 or H85, and 080

To 2-port model, add internal 2nd source, combiner, and mechanical switches.

400

None

4-port model base model. Includes twelve front-panel access loops.

419

400 (080 recommended)

To 4-port model, add:

  • Source and receiver attenuators (see table above for values)

  • Bias-tees between each source and each test port

423

400, one of 419 or H85, and 080

To 4-port model, add combiner and mechanical switches.

PNA N522xA Series

See Block Diagrams.

See Specs

The N522xA models are identical to the PNA-X series except:

PNA N522xA Options

See other options that MAY be offered on the N522xA models

Option

Required Model/Options

Description

200

None

2-port model with single RF source.

201

All Models

To Opt 200, adds six front-panel jumpers and R1 reference receiver switch.

217

NOT available on N5227A

200 and 080

To Opt 201, adds source and receiver attenuators .

Model

Source Attn

Receiver Attn

N5221A/22A

0 to 65 dB in 5 dB steps

0 to 35 dB in 5 dB steps

N5224A/25A

0 to 60 dB in 10 dB steps

0 to 35 dB in 5 dB steps

N5227A

0 to 50 dB in 10 dB steps

0 to 50 dB in 10 dB steps

Note: For N5227A models, the extended power range is available ONLY with Opt 219 and 419.

219

200

To Opt 217 adds bias-tees between each source and each test port.

400

None

4-port model with two sources.

401

400

To Opt 400, adds 12 front-panel jumpers and R1 reference receiver switch.

417

400

To Opt 401 adds source and receiver attenuators. See table above for values.

Note: For N5227A models, the extended power range is available ONLY with Opt 219 and 419.

419

400 (080 recommended)

To Opt 417 adds bias-tees between each source and each test port.

N523xA (Updated PNA-L) Series

See Specs

The N523xA models are identical to the N5230C series except:

N523xA Options

See other options that MAY be offered on the N523xA models

Option

Required Model/Options

Description

200

None

Base 2-port model.

216

None

To base 2-port model, adds:

  • Six front-panel jumpers

  • Source Attenuator: 60 dB with 10 dB steps.

400

None

Base 4-port model. Available ONLY on N5231A and N5232A

416

None

To base 4-port model, adds:

  • Six front-panel jumpers

  • Source Attenuator: 60 dB with 10 dB steps.

Millimeter Wave PNA

PNA Model

Frequency Range

Ports

Connector Type

N5250C (discontinued)

10 MHz to 110 GHz

2

1.0 mm

N5251A

10 MHz to 110 GHz

2

1.0 mm

Test heads to 325 GHz are also available.

Measurement Receiver

Block Diagrams are available at the end of each specifications document.

PNA Model

Frequency Range

Ports

Connector Type

Reference
Receivers

Front Panel jumpers

N5264A

Learn more

IF Frequencies only

0

N/A

1

N/A

Options

108 - Built-in 26.5 GHz LO source with +10 dBm output power.

118 - Fast-CW mode enables 500 million point data buffer.

Common Options

The following options are common to more than one PNA family.

Option

Available on models:

Description

007

ALL models

Automatic Fixture Removal

Mathematically removes, or de-embeds, a characterized test fixture from displayed measurement results.

Requires Windows 7 OS with firmware A.10.20 or higher.

Learn more

008

PNA-X

N522xA

Requires
Opt 025

Integrated Pulsed Application

Provides average pulse and point-in-pulse measurements.

Learn more.

010

ALL models

Time-domain

Adds time-domain capability to analyzer. The serial number of the analyzer must be specified when ordering this kit. Software upgrade. Learn more about Time Domain

Learn how this option is enabled.

015

ALL models

Dynamic Uncertainty for S-Parameters

Display the measurement uncertainty dynamically ('real-time') on the same screen as the measurement trace. Learn more.

020

PNA-X

N522xA

Add IF inputs on the rear panel for antenna and millimeter-wave.

021

PNA-X

N522xA

Add pulse modulator to internal Source1. Learn more.

022

PNA-X

2-source N522xA models

Add pulse modulator to internal Source2. Learn more.

025

PNA-X

N522xA

Add four internal pulse generators. Learn more.

027

PNA-X with 029

Allows PNA-X with option 029 to use specialized mechanical noise tuners on the input port. Learn more.

028

PNA-X and N522xA with 080

Noise Figure measurements on amplifiers or converters using a standard PNA receiver.

029

PNA-X with 080 and one of  the following:
219, 224, 419, 423 or H85

Noise Figure Application.

Adds hardware and firmware for high-accuracy noise figure measurements on amplifiers or converters using internal low-noise receivers or a standard PNA receiver (Opt 028).

For measuring converters, requires Opt 082 or 083.

H29

N5244A or N5245A with 423 and 080.

(Obsolete) Same as Opt 029 for the N5242A, but on a N5244A or N5245A.  Learn more.

080

All models

Frequency Offset Mode (FOM)

Enables you to set the PNA source independently from where the receivers are tuned. This capability is important for measuring mixers and converters. Learn more.

082

All models

Scalar Mixer Measurements (SMC)

Allows Only the Scalar Mixer Converter (SMC) portion of the Frequency Converter Measurement Application. Provides the same intuitive user-interface, easy calibration, and external source control for making fixed and swept LO Scalar Mixer measurements. When used with a multiport PNA or external test set, SMC is only available on PNA ports 1 and 2.

Requires Opt 080.

Learn more.

083

PNA-X

N522xA

Frequency Converter Application (FCA)

Provides an intuitive user-interface for making extremely accurate conversion loss and absolute group delay measurements on mixers and converters. Exceptional amplitude and phase accuracy is achieved through two calibration techniques: Scalar Mixer Calibration and Vector Mixer Calibration. The application also provides automatic control of all of Keysight's major signal sources.

Requires Opt 080.

Learn more

084

PNA-X

N522xA

Embedded LO

Provides the ability to measure frequency converters that have an embedded LO. Requires at least one Converter App option.  Learn more

086

PNA-X

N522xA

Gain Compression Application. (GCA)

Provides fast and accurate gain compression measurements. Learn more.

For measuring converters, requires Opt 082 or 083.

087

PNA-X

N522xA
(NOT available with Opt 200 or 400)

Swept IMD and IM Spectrum.

Provides fast and accurate Swept IMD and IM Spectrum measurements on amplifiers and converters. Learn more.

Requires Opt 080.

For measuring converters, requires Opt 082 or 083.

088

PNA-X

N522xA (NOT available with 2-port models)

Source Phase Control

Provides coherent phase measurements. Learn more.

089

4-port models:

PNA-X

N522xA

Differential IQ

Provides controls to set any source to any frequency range, any power level, and any phase. Then measure any receiver, any frequency range, with match correction. Learn more.

090

ALL models

Spectrum Analyzer

Learn more.

093

N5222A, N5224A, N5225A, N5227A, N5242A, N5244A, N5245A, N5247A

Extend Spectrum Analyzer to 110 GHz

Learn more.

094

N5222A, N5224A, N5225A, N5227A, N5242A, N5244A, N5245A, N5247A

Extend Spectrum Analyzer to above 110 GHz

Learn more.

H85

All PNA-X models
EXCEPT N5247A

Allows high-power measurements up to 20 Watts (+43 dBm). from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz. Similar to the PNA-X -219 or -419 but deletes the bias tees from the test set. Learn more.

108

N5264A Only

Adds an internal 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz LO source. Learn more.

110

4-Port PNA-X models with 2 sources

Active (Hot) Parameters

Learn more.

111

4-Port PNA-X models with 2 sources

Active (Hot) Parameters - restricted to 50 GHz

Learn more.

118

PNA-X

N522xA

Fast CW Mode

Enables 500 million point data buffer. Learn more.

460

4-port PNA-X and N522xA

iTMSA

Adds firmware for Integrated True Mode Balanced measurements. Learn more.

551

All models

N-port capabilities

Adds fully integrated measurements at all of the available test ports using a multiport testset. Learn more.

Solutions and PNA requirements depend on the supported test set. See http://www.Keysight.com/find/multiport

Certification Options for ALL models

The following options are available for your PNA.

Option

Supported Models

Description

897

All models

Perpetual license for built-in performance test software for Keysight inclusive cal.

Adds built-in performance testing and calibration software for self-maintainers. Requires additional equipment. See your PNA Service Guide for more information on equipment required.

898

All models

Perpetual license for built-in performance test software for Standards compliant cal.

Adds built-in performance testing and calibration software for self-maintainers. Requires additional equipment. See your PNA Service Guide for more information on equipment required.

UK6

ALL except N5250A

 

Complete set of measurement data which was acquired from testing your PNA to published specifications. Includes calibration label, calibration certificate, and data report. Conforms to ISO 9001.

1A7

ALL except N5250A

Complete set of measurement data which was acquired from testing your PNA to published specifications. Includes calibration label, ISO 17025 calibration certificate, data report, measurement uncertainties and guard bands on all specifications. Conforms to ISO17025 and ISO 9001.

Documentation

Description

Printed versions of PNA Help in pdf format are available at www.Keysight.com/find/pna. (Apr.2005)

A documentation CD-ROM is no longer included with each PNA shipment (Feb.2005).

To download a service guide for your PNA, or the latest version of PNA Help, visit www.Keysight.com/find/pna, search for your PNA model, then click Library.

PNA Warranty Period

The actual warranty on your instrument depends on the date it was ordered as well as whether or not any warranty options were purchased at that time. To determine the exact warranty on your instrument, contact Keysight Technologies with the model and serial number of your instrument.

For online information about Keysight's service and support products visit: www.Keysight.com/find/tm_services.