HP 70301A Microwave Tracking Generator, 2.7 GHz to 18 GHz

An HP 70301A microwave tracking generator adds stimulus-response measurement to an HP 70000 series spectrum analyzer, enabling accurate characterization of gain, frequency response, isolation, and return loss. The wide dynamic range (>130 dB with 70301A and 71210C) makes accurate measurements of filter rejection and switch isolation without the need for time-consuming averaging. The system has very high selectivity, with resolution bandwidths as narrow as 10 Hz. High selectivity allows measurements in the presence of other signals -- a key advantage when measuring LO-to-RF isolation of a mixer or the return loss of an active antenna system. Unlike a point-by-point measurement system, the HP 70000 scalar system sweeps quickly and provides continuous data. The system is controlled using HP 70871A scalar personality.

[ Features ]

2-slot MMS module
Scalar analysis for component testing
Tracking generator 50 kHz to 18 GHz
>130 dB dynamic range
Scalar software personality
Compatible with lightwave signal analyzer

[ Specifications ]

Frequency Specifications 
Range:				2.7 to 18 GHz

Accuracy (<= 1 0 MHz synthesized span):	
				ą[(freq x refš) + 1% span + 15 Hz]
Tracking Drift:			<3 Hz/hr	
Tracking Adjust Range:		ą500 Hz in 1 Hz steps 
Offset Range:			ą5 MHz w/ext 21.4 MHz


šFrequency reference accuracy: 	ą1.3 x 10e-5 per year standard, 
				ą5.0 x 10e-10 per day with HP 70310A



Power Specifications
Maximum Leveled Power:		-2 dBm, (0 dBm 20 to 30°C)
Amplitude Control Range:	+14 to -66 dBm
Vernier Range:			11 dB (0.1 dB resolution)
Amplitude Accuracy (20 to 30°C)
	Absolute:		ą0.5 dB @ 2.7 GHz			
	Flatness:		ą1.0 dB
	Incremental:		ą0.15 dB/dB, ą0.8 dB total
	Total absolute accuracy:ą2.3 dB
	Amplitude drift (characteristic):
				< ą0.05 dB/°C @ -2 dBm
Output Attenuator Range:	55 dB in 5-dB steps
	Repeatability:		<= ą0.2 dB for any setting



Spectral Purity				
Noise Sidebands @ -2 dBm, 6 GHz (10 kHz):
				< -90 dBc/Hz (characteristic)
Sidebands:			< -70 dBc (characteristic)	
Spurious (max leveled power)
	Harmonics	
		2nd:  		< -7 dBc (< -15 dBc typical)
		3rd:  		< -11 dBc (< -15 dBc typical)		
	Non-harmonic:		< -60 dBc 
	Sub-harmonic:		none
RF Off Residuals:		< -120 dBm tracking
				< -65 dBm LO emissions

Temperature 
	Operating:		0 to 5°C
	Storage:		-40 to +75°C



System Specifications
For the HP 71209A Spectrum Analyzer (preselected) 
with the HP 70300A and 70301A Tracking Generators

Signal Frequency Range:		50 kHz to 22 GHz
Scalar Frequency Range
	with HP 70300A:		50 kHz to 2.9 GHz
	with HP 70301A:		2.7 to 18 GHz
Scalar Dynamic Range 
	at 2.0 GHz:		>128 dB
	at 10 GHz:		>130 dB
	at 18 GHz:		>130 dB

Tracking Generator Feedthrough (dBm in 10 Hz BW)
	at 2.0 GHz:		< 138 dBm 
	at 10 GHz:		< 130 dBm 
	at 18 GHz:		< 130 dBm

[ Ordering ]

HP 70301A Microwave Tracking Generator, 2.7 GHz to 18 GHz Opt 001 Delete 55 dB Input Attenuator Opt 098 CPU and RAM/ROM Upgrade (HP 80680A)š Opt 099 RAM/ROM Upgrade (HP 80681A)š Opt 1BN Certificate of Calibration Opt 1BP Certificate of Calibration and Data Opt 871 Scalar Personality Opt 910 Extra User's Manual Opt 915 Service Manual Set Opt W30 3 Year Return Repair Service Opt W32 3 Year Calibration Customer Return Service Opt W34 3 Year Standards Compliant Calibration Service Opt W50 5 Year Return Repair Service Opt W52 5 Year Customer Return Calibration Service Opt W54 5 Year Standards Compliant Calibration Service šIf this module will be installed into an existing system, a firmware upgrade may be required. Modules with firmware version B.04.02 (920325) and earlier require upgrade HP 70860A. Modules with later version firmware may use upgrade HP 70861A. For more information see service note 70900A-14L / 70900B-01G.

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