HP 8590L Portable Spectrum Analyzer, 9 kHz to 1.8 GHz

The HP 8590L is a low cost, but full-featured, frequency accurate RF spectrum analyzer designed to meet your general purpose measurement needs. The easy-to-use interface provides access to more than 200 built-in functions.

[ Features ]

Frequency counter: Eliminate the need for a separate frequency counter with the built-in frequency counter-with ±2.1 kHz accuracy at 1 GHz (±7.6 kHz from 0 to 50° C).
Multiple resolution bandwidth filters: Optimize the tradeoffs of speed, sensitivity and the separation of closely spaced signals with your choice of 10 resolution bandwidth filters beginning at 1 kHz.
145 dB amplitude measurement range: Measure signals directly with -115 dBm to +30 dBm amplitude measurement range.
One-button measurement routines: Save time, setup, and training with one button measurement routines such as Adjacent Channel Power, signal bandwidth and Third Order Intercept (TOI).
Phase noise of 105 dBc/Hz at 30 kHz offset: Uncover small signals close to carriers with an internal phase noise that will not get in your way.
Dual interfaces: Operate remotely and print directly with the optional dual interfaces that combine either an HP-IB or RS-232 port with a parallel (Centronics) port.
Built-in tracking generator: Measure the scalar characteristics of your components with the optional built-in tracking generator and the HP 85714A scalar measurements personality.

[ Specifications ]

Frequency Specifications
Frequency Range
		50 ohm: 	9 kHz to 1.8 GHz
		75 ohm (Opt001):1 MHz to 1.8 GHz
Frequency Accuracy
Frequency Reference
    Aging: 			ą2 x 10e-6/year

    Temperature Stabililty: 	ą5 x 10e-6

    Initial Achievable Accuracy:ą0.5 x 10e-6

Frequency Readout Accuracy (start, stop, center, marker): 
				ą(frequency readout x freq ref error +  
				span accuracy + 1% of span +  
				20% of RBW + 100 Hz)

Marker Frequency Counter Accuracy
    Span <=10MHz: 		ą(marker freq x freq ref error + 
				counter resolution + 100 Hz)
   
    Span >10 MHz:		ą(marker freq x freq ref error + 
				counter resolution + 1 kHz)
    Counter Resolutlon
	Span  <=10 MHz: 	Selectable from 10 Hz to 100 kHz

	Span  >10 MHz: 		Selectable from 100 Hz to 100 kHz

Frequency Span
Range: 				0 Hz (zero span) and 10 kHz 
				to 1.8 GHz

Resolution: 			Four digits or 20 Hz, whichever 
				is greater
Accuracy
    Span <=10 MHz: 		ą2% ofspan

    Span >10 MHz: 		ą3% of span

Sweep Time
Range
    Span = 0 Hz or >10 kHz: 	20 ms to 100 s

Accuracy
    20 ms to 100 s: 		ą3%

Sweep Trigger: 			Free run, single, line, video, 
				external

Bandwidth Filters
Resolution Bandwidths: 		1 kHz to 3 MHz (3 dB) in 1, 
				3, 10 sequence; 9 kHz and 120 kHz 
				(6 dB) EMI bandwidths.

    Accuracy: 			ą20%

    Selectivity (characteristic)
	-60 dB/-3 dB: 		3 to 10 kHz 		15:1
				100 kHz to 3 MHz 	15:1
				1 kHz, 30 kHz 		16:1

Video Bandwidth Range: 		30 Hz to 1 MHz in 1, 3, 10 sequence 

Stability
Noise Sidebands (1 kHz RBW, 30 Hz VBW, sample detector)
	>10 kHz Offset from CW Signal: 	<=-90 dBc/Hz 

	>20 kHz Offset from CW Signal:	<=-100 dBc/Hz

	>30 kHz Offset from CW Signal: 	<=-105 dBc/Hz

Residual FM
	1 kHz RBW, 1 kHz VBW: 		<=250 Hz p-p in 100 ms

System Related Sidebands (>30 kHz offset from CW signal): 
					<=-65 dBc


Amplitude Specifications
Amplitude Range
Measurement Range: 
    Displayed Average Noise Level to +30 dBm
    	Opt 001:		Displayed average noise level 
				to +75 dBmV 

Maximum Safe Input (input attenuator >=10 dB)
    Average Continuous Power: 	+30 dBm (1 W)
	Opt 001: 		+75 dBmV (0.4 W)

    Peak Pulse Power: 		+30 dBm (1 W)
	Opt 001: 		+75 dBmV (0.4 W)

    DC: 			25 Vdc
    	Opt 001: 		100 Vdc

Gain Compression (>10 MHz): 	<=0.5 dB (total power at input 
				mixer = -10 dBm)

Displayed Average Noise Level 	(input terminated, 0 dB atten, 
				30 Hz VBW, sample detector)

				1kHz RBW
    400 kHz to 1.5 GHz		<=-115 dBm
    1.5 GHz to 1.8 GHz		<=-113 dBm
    
    Opt 001
    1 MHz  to 1.5 GHz		<=-63 dBmV
    1.5 GHz to 1.8 GHz		<=-61 dBmV

Display Range
    Log Scale: 			0 to -70 dB from ref level is calibrated;
	 			0.1, 0.2, 0.5 dB/div and 1 to 20 dB/div 
				in 1 dB steps; 8 div displayed

    Linear Scale:		8 divisions

    Scale Units: 		dBm, dBmV, dBľV, V, W

Marker Readout Resolution
    Log Scale: 			0.05 dB

    Linear Scale: 		0.05% of ref level

Reference Level
    Range: 			Same as amplitude range

    Resolution: 		ą0.01 dB for log scale; ą0.12% 
				of ref level for linear scale

    Accuracy: 			ą0.3 dB at -20 dBm
    	0 to -59.9 dBm: 	ą(0.3 dB + 0.01 x dB from -20 dBm)

Spurious Responses
Second Harmonic Distortion
    5 MHz to 1.8 GHz: 		<-70 dBc for -45 dBm tone at
    				input mixer

Third-order Intermodulation
    5 MHz to 1.8 GHz: 		<-70 dBc for two -30 dBm tones at
    				input and >50 kHz separation

Other Input-Related Spurious 
    (>=30 kHz offset, -20 dBm tone at input mixer):	
				<-65 dBc

Residual Responses (input terminated, 0 dB attenuation)
    150 kHz to 1.8 GHz: 	<-90 dBm	

    1 MHz to 1.8 GHz (Opt 001): <-38 dBmV

Frequency Response (10 dB input attenuation)
Absolute (referenced to 300 MHz CAL OUT): 
				ą1.5 dB

Relative (referenced to midpoint between highest and lowest 
frequency response deviations): ą1.0 dB

Calibrator Output Amplitude:	-20 dBm ą0.4 dB 
    Opt 001:			+28.75 dBmV ą0.4 dB 

Resolution Bandwidth Switching Uncertainty (ref to 3 kHz RBW, 
at ref level)
    3 kHz to 3 MHz RBW:		ą0.4 dB
    1 kHz RBW: 			ą0.5 dB

Log to Linear Switching:	ą0.25 dB at ref level

Display Scale Fidelity
Log Incremental Accuracy (0 to -60 dB from ref level):
    				ą0.4 dB/4 dB

Log Maximum Cumulative (0 to -70 dB from ref level):
    				ą(0.4 + 0.01 x dB from ref level)

Linear Accuracy: 		ą3% of ref level

General Specifications

Environmental
MIL-T-28800: 			Has been type-tested to the 
				environmental specifications of 
				MIL-T-28800 Class 5
Temperature
    Operating: 			0°C to +55°C
    Storage: 			-40°C to +75°C

EMI Compatibility: 		Conducted and radiated interference 
				CISPR Pub.11/1990 Group 1 Class A

Audible Noise: 			<37.5 dBA pressure and <5.0 Bels power
	 			(ISODP7779)
Power Requirements
On (line 1): 			90 to 132 V rms, 47 to 440 Hz
				195 to 250 V rms, 47 to 66 Hz
				Power consumption <500 VA; <180 W

Standby (line 0): 		Power consumption <7 W

Memory
User Program Memory (nominal): 	238 KB nonvolatile RAM

Data Storage (nominal) 
Internal: 			50 traces, 8 states

External Memory Cards: 		HP 85700A (32 KB), 24 traces or 32 
				states
				HP 85702A (128 KB), 99 traces or 128 
				states
    
Video Cassette Recorder: 	Continuous video recording of display 
				supported through composite video 
				output

Size (nominal, without handle, feet, or front cover): 
				325 mm W x 163 mm H x 427mm D

Weight: 			15.2 kg


Environmental:			Type tested to the environmental 
				specifications of MIL-T-28800 Class 5	


Option 010 and 011 Built-In Tracking Generators

Frequency Range
    Opt 010: 			100 kHz to 1.8 GHz 
    Opt 011: 			1 MHz to 1.8 GHz 

Output Level
Range
    Opt 010: 			-15 dBm to 0 dBm
    Opt 011: 			+27.8 to +42.8 dBmV

Resolution: 			0.1 dB

Absolute Accuracy at 300 MHz, -10 dBm (+38.8 dBm V, Opt 011): 		
				ą1.5 dB

Vernier
    Range: 			15 dB
    Accuracy: 			ą1 dB

Output Flatness: 		ą1.75 dB

Spurious Output
    Harmonic Spurs: 		0 dBm (+ 42.8 dBmV, Opt 011) output; <-25 dBc
    Nonharmonic Spurs: 		<-30 dBc

Dynamic Range (characteristic, max output level - TG feedthrough)
    Opt 010: 			106 dB
    Opt 011: 			100 dB

Power Sweep
Range
    Opt 010:  			-15 dBm to 0 dBm
    Opt 011: 			+28.7 to +42.8 dBmV

Resolution: 			0.1 dB

Declarations of Conformity

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[ Ordering ]

HP 8590L	Portable Spectrum Analyzer, 9 kHz to 1.8 GHz

Options
General
   Opt 003	Memory Card Reader
   Opt 015	Protective Soft Tan Carrying/Operating Case
   Opt 016	Protective Soft Yellow Carrying/Operating Case
   Opt 040	Front Panel Protective Cover with Storage and CRT Sun Shield
   Opt 041	HP-IB and Parallel Printer Interfaces
   Opt 042	Protective Soft Carrying Case/Backpack
   Opt 043	RS-232 and Parallel Printer Interfaces
   Opt 908	Rack Mount Kit without Handles
   Opt 909	Rack Mount Kit with Handles

Component Test
   Opt 010	Tracking Generator (100 kHz to 1.8 GHz)

Cable TV
   Opt 001	75 ohm Input
   Opt 011	Tracking Generator (75 ohm, 1 MHz to 1.8 GHz)
   Opt 711	50/75 ohm Matching Pad/100 Vdc Block

Warranty and Support
   Opt 0Q8	Factory Service Training
   Opt UK6	Commercial Calibration Certificate with Test Data
   Opt AB*	Quick Reference Guide in Local Languages
   Opt W30	Two Additional Years Return-to-HP Service
   Opt W32	Two Additional Years Return-to-HP Calibration
   Opt 915	Component Level Information and Service Guide

Most options can be retrofitted. Please contact your local HP sales representative.

Application Measurement Cards/Personalities
(Requires Opt 003 Memory/Measurement Card Reader)

 HP 85700A      Blank 32-KB Memory Card
 HP 85702A      Blank 128-KB Memory Card
 HP 85714A      Scalar Measurement Personality
 HP 85721A      Cable TV Measurement Personality
 HP 85921A      Cable TV PC Software for HP 85721A

For complete information, please contact your local HP sales
representative.


For Scalar Measurements
HP 86044A	50 Ohm trans./reflection test set (Option H10)
HP 85630A	Scalar 50 Ohm transmission/reflection test set
HP 86205A	50 Ohm RF bridge (type-N(f), 300 kHz to 6 GHz, 1.5 dB +0.1 dB/GHz insertion loss)
HP 86207A	75 Ohm RF bridge (type-N(f), 300 kHz to 3 GHz, 1.5 dB +0.1 dB/GHz insertion loss)

For EMC Measurements
HP 11945A	Close field probe set (9 kHz to 1 GHz) (with Option E51)17
HP 11947A	Transient limiter (BNC(f) to type-N(m), 9 kHz to 200 MHz, 10 dB insertion loss)
HP 11951A	Option 12D infrared controller

Printers
HP C2634A	HP DeskJet 320 portable color printer (parallel interface)
HP C2162A	HP DeskJet 540 monochrome/color printer (parallel interface)
HP C2164A	HP DeskJet 660C color printer (parallel interface)
HP C2003A	HP LaserJet 4L printer (parallel interface)
HP C2005A	HP LaserJet 4P printer (parallel & serial interfaces)

Cables		(Serial interface requires HP 82221P cable, Option 023 only)
HP 10833A	HP-IB cable (1 meter)
HP 24542U	RS-232 cable 3 meter (9 pin F to 9 pin F) Option 043 only
                or RS-232 9 pin PC connection to analyzer)
HP 24542G	RS-232 cable 3 meter (25 pin M to 9 pin F) Option 043 only
                or RS-232 25 pin PC or printer connection to analyzer)
HP 24542M	RS-232 cable 3 meter (25 pin M to 9 pin F) Option 043 only
                or RS-232 25 pin modem connection to analyzer)
HP C2932A	RS-232 cable 3 meter (9 pin M to 9 pin F) Option 043 only
                or serial 9 vin LaserJet 4P/4Plus connection to analyzer)
HP 13242G	RS-232 cable (5 meter) (for Option 023 only)
HP C2950A	Parallel printer cable (2 meter)

Converters
HP ITEL-45CHVU	HP-IB/Parallel converter (North America, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan)
HP ITEL-45CHVU	HP-IB/Parallel converter (Continental Europe, U.K., Australia, and South 			Africa) (requires HP F1011A AC adapter)

Amplifiers and Preamplifiers
HP 8447D	Preamplifier (100 kHz to 1.3 GHz, >25 dB gain)
HP 8447E	Power amplifier (100 kHz to 1.3 GHz, 22 dB gain)
HP 8447F	Preamplifier-power amplifier (HP 8447D & 8447E in a single package)
HP 87405A	Preamplifier (10 MHz to 3.0 GHz, 24 dB gain)
HP 10855A	Broadband preamplifier (2 MHz to 1300 MHz, 22 dB gain)
HP 85905A	75 Ohm preamplifier (45 MHz to 1 GHz, 20 dB gain)

Other Accessories

Adaptors/Limiters
HP 11852B	Order with Option C04, 75/50 Ohm min. loss pad
                (type-N(f) to type-N(m), DC to 2 GHz, 5.7 dB insertion loss)
HP 11867A	RF Limiter (type-N(f) to type-N(m), DC to 1.8 GHz, <.75 dB insertion loss)
08590-60369     RS-232/parallel connector assembly to convert Opt 041 (HP-IB) to Opt 043 			(RS-232)
08590-60368     HP-IB/parallel connector assembly to convert Opt 043 (RS-232) to Opt 041 			(HP-IB)
HP 11693A	Limiter (type-N(f) to type-N(m), 0.1 GHz to 12.4 GHz, <2.0 dB insertion loss)
HP 11694A	75/50 Ohm matching transformer (BNC(f) to BNC(m),
                3 MHz-500 MHz, <.75 dB insertion loss)
08590-60090     75 Ohm matching pad (same as Option 711) (BNC(f) to BNC(m),
                1 MHz to 1.8 GHz, 5.7 dB insertion loss)
HP11742A        High frequency blocking capacitor (3.5mm(f to m)),
                10 MHz to 26.5 GHz, .35 dB IL <12.4 GHz, .7 dB IL <26.5 GHz)

Probes
HP 41800A	Active probe (5 Hz to 500 MHz)
HP 85024A	High frequency probe (300 kHz to 3 GHz)

Rackmounts
5062-4841       Rackmount without handles23 (centers instrument in rack)
5062-4840       Rackmount with handles23 (centers instrument in rack)
5062-8240       Rackmount with handles23 (mounts instrument left of center)
5062-8241       Rackmount without handles23 (mounts instrument left of center)
1494-0060       Rack slides for rack mount

Miscellaneous
HP 85901A	Portable AC power source
HP 85902A	Burst carrier trigger
1420-0383       Memory card battery (CR 2016)
9211-5604       Transit case
5180-9055       CRT viewing hood (sun shield)
HP C1405B	Keyboard (requires HP C1405-60015 adapter)
HP 346B	        Noise source (BNC(f)to APC 3.5(m), 10 MHz to 18 GHz)

[ Key Literature ]