HP 8595E Portable Spectrum Analyzer, 9 kHz to 6.5 GHz

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The HP 8595E is an easy-to-use RF spectrum analyzer that offers a wide range of performance, features, and optional capability to meet your measurement needs. Downloadable measurement personalities combine with optional plug-in performance to provide tailored solutions for your application.


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Frequency Specifications

Frequency Range DC-Coupled: 9 kHz to 6.5 GHz AC-Coupled: 100 kHz to 6.5 GHz Frequency Accuracy Frequency Reference Aging: ±2 x 10-6/year; ±l x 10-7/year (Opt 004) Temperature Stabililty: ±5 x 10-6, ±l x 10-8 (Opt 004) Initial Achievable Accuracy: ±0.5 x 10-6; ±2.2 x 10-8 (Opt 004) Frequency Readout Accuracy (start, stop, center, marker): ±(frequency readout x freq ref error + span accuracy + 1% of span + 20% of RBW + 100 Hz) Marker Frequency Counter Accuracy Span <=10 MHz: ±(marker freq x freq ref error + counter res + 100 Hz) Span >10 MHz: ±(marker freq x freq ref error + counter res + 1 kHz) Counter Resolution 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 6.5 GHz; 1 kHz minimum (Opt 130) Resolution: Four digits or 20 Hz, whichever is greater Accuracy Span <=10 MHz: ±2% of span Span >10 MHz: ±3% of span Sweep Time Range Span = 0 Hz or >1 kHz: 20 ms to 100 s Span = 0 Hz (Opt 101): 20 µs to 100 s Accuracy 20 ms to 100 s: ±3% 20 µs to <20 ms (Opt 101): ±2% 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. Option 130 adds 30, 100, and 300 Hz (3 dB) bandwidths and 200 Hz (6 dB) EMI bandwidth. Accuracy: ±20% 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 -40 dB/-3 dB: 30 Hz to 300 Hz 10:1 Video Bandwidth Range: 30 Hz to 1 MHz in 1, 3 sequence (1 Hz to 1 MHz with Opt 130) 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 oftset from CW signal: <=-105 dBc/Hz Residual FM 1 kHz RBW, 1 kHz VBW: <=250 Hz p-p in 100 ms 30 Hz RBW, 30 Hz VBW: <=30 Hz p-p in 300 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 Maximum Safe Input (input attenuator >=10 dB) Average Continuous Power: +30 dBm (1 W) Peak Pulse Power: +50 dBm (100 W) for < 10 µs pulse width and <1% duty cycle, input atten >=30 dB DC: 0V (DC-coupled); 50V (AC-coupled) 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 or 1 Hz VBW with Opt 130, sample detector) 30 Hz RBW 1 kHz RBW 400 kHz to 2.9 GHz <=-125 dBm <=-110 dBm 2.75 GHz to 6.5 GHz <=-127 dBm <=-112 dBm 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, dBµV, V, W Marker Readout Resolution Log Scale: 0.05 dB Linear Scale: 0.05% of ref level Fast Time Sweep for Zero Span (Opt 101 or 301, 20 µs to 20 ms) <=1 GHz: 0.7% of ref level for linear scale >1 GHz: 1.0% of ref level for linear scale Reference Level Range: Same as amplitude range Resolution: ±0.01 dB for log scale; ±0.12% of ref level for linear scale Accuracy: ±0.3 dB at -20 dBm 0 to -59.9 dBm: ±(0.3 dB + 0.01 x dB from -20 dBm) Spurious Responses Second Harmonic Distortion >10 MHz: <-70 dBc for -45 dBm tone at input mixer >2.75 GHz: <-100 dBc for -10 dBm tone at input mixer (or below DANL) Third-Order Intermodulation >10 MHz: <-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 6.5 GHz: <-90 dBm Frequency Response (10 dB input attenuation) Absolute (referenced to 300 MHz CAL OUT): ±1.5 dB to ±2.0 dB Relative Flatness (referenced to midpoint between highest and lowest frequency Response Deviations): ±1.0 dB to ±1.5 dB Calibrator Output Amplitude: -20 dBm ±0.4 dB Resolution Bandwidth Switching Uncertainty (ref to 3 kHz RBW, at ref level) 3 kHz to 3 MHz RBW: ±0.4 dB 1 kHz RBW: ±0.5 dB 30 Hz to 300 Hz RBW: ±0.6 dB Log to Linear Switching: ±0.25 dB at ref level Display Scale Fidelity Log Incremental Accuracy (0 to -60 dB from ref level): ±0.4 dB/4 dB Log Maximum Cumulative (0 to -70 dB from ref level) 3 kHz to 3 MHz RBW ±(0.3 + 0.01 x dB from ref level) 30 Hz to 3 kHz RBW ±(0.4 + 0.01 x dB from ref level) Linear Accuracy: ±3% 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 and Messempfaenger Postverfuegung 526/527/79 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 cover): 325 mm W x 163 mm H x 427mm D Weight: 16.4 kg

Option 010 and 011 Built-In Tracking Generators

Frequency Range Opt 010: 9 kHz to 2.9 GHz Output Level Range Opt 010: -1 to 66 dBm Resolution: 0.1 dB Absolute Accuracy: ±0.5 dB Vernier Range: 9 dB Accuracy: ±0.8 dB Output Flatness: ±2 dB, >10 MHz Spurious Output Harmonic Spurs: -1 dBm output; <-25 dBc Nonharmonic spurs: <-30 dBc Dynamic Range (characteristic, max output level - TG feedthrough) Opt 010: 111 dB, >400kHz Power Sweep Range Opt 010: (-10 dBm to -1 dBm)-(source attenuator setting) Resolution: 0.1 dB

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HP 8595E       Portable Spectrum Analyzer, 9 kHz to 6.5 GHz

General Options
   Opt 004     Precision Frequency Reference
   Opt 009     Lo and Sweep + Tune
   Opt 015     Soft Tan Carrying/Operating Case
   Opt 016     Soft Yellow Carrying/Operating Case
   Opt 040     Front Panel Protective Cover With Storage
   Opt 041     HP-IB and Parallel Printer Interfaces
   Opt 042     Protective Soft Carrying Case/Backpack
   Opt 043     RS-232 and Parallel Printer Interfaces
   Opt 101     Fast Time Domain Sweeps and Analog + Display
   Opt 102     AM/FM Demodulator and TV Sync Trigger (TV Sync requires Opt 101)
   Opt 130     Narrow Resolution Bandwidths (30 to 300 Hz and 200 Hz EMI)
   Opt 140     Narrow Bandwidths and Precision Frequency Reference
   Opt 301     TV Sync Trigger, Fast Time Domain Sweeps, AM/FM Demodulator,
               Analog + Display
   Opt 908     Rackmount Kit without Handles
   Opt 909     Rackmount Kit with Handles

Communications Bundling
Opt BD0 CDMA Bundle
   Opt 004     Precision Frequency Reference
   Opt 053     Improved Amplitude Accuracy for CDMA
   Opt 105     Time-Gated Spectrum Analysis
   Opt 151     DSP, Fast ADC and Digital Demodulator
   Opt 160     PDC/PHS/NADC/CDMA FW for Opt 151 HW
   85725C      CDMA Test Personality for 8590 E-Series

Opt BD1 GSM Bundle
   Opt 004     Precision Frequency Reference
   Opt 105     Time-Gated Spectrum Analysis
   Opt 151     DSP, Fast ADC and Digital Demodulator
   Opt 163     GSM/DCS Firmware for Phase/Frequency Error
   85727A      GSM Multi-Band Transmitter Measurement Personality

Opt BD2 TDMA/NADC Bundle
   Opt 004     Precision Frequency Reference
   Opt 050     Improved Amplitude Accuracy for NADC/PCS
   Opt 105     Time-Gated Spectrum Analysis
   Opt 151     DSP, Fast ADC and Digital Demodulator
   Opt 160     PDC/PHS/NADC/CDMA FW for Opt 151 HW
   85718B      NADC/PCS-TDMA Measurement Personality

Opt BD3 PDC Bundle
   Opt 004     Precision Frequency Reference
   Opt 051     Improved Amplitude Accuracy for PDC
   Opt 105     Time-Gated Spectrum Analysis
   Opt 151     DSP, Fast ADC and Digital Demodulator
   Opt 160     PDC/PHS/NADC/CDMA FW for Opt 151 HW
   85720C      BDC Test Personality for 8590 E-Series

Opt BD4 PHS Bundle
   Opt 004     Precision Frequency Reference
   Opt 052     Improved Amplitude Accuracy for PHS Band
   Opt 105     Time-Gated Spectrum Analysis
   Opt 151     DSP, Fast ADC and Digital Demodulator
   Opt 160     PDC/PHS/NADC/CDMA FW for Opt 151 HW
   85726B      PHS Measurement Personality for 8590 E-Series

EMC Options
   Opt 103     Quasi-Peak Detector, AM/FM Demodulator

Warranty and Support Options
   Opt 0Q8     Factory Service Training
   Opt UK6     Commerical 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

Component Test Options
   Opt 010     Tracking Generator (9 kHz to 2.9 GHz)
   Opt 119     Noise Figure

Cable TV Options
   Opt 011     Tracking Generator (75 ohm)
               (requires the HP 11770A Link Measurement Personality)
   Opt 107     TV Receiver Video Tester
   Opt 180     TV Picture NTSC/PAL/SECAM
   Opt 711     50/75 ohm Matching Pad/100 Vdc Block

Communications Options
   Opt 012     Source for DECT Receiver Test
   Opt 050     Improved Amplitude Accuracy (NADC - TDMA bands)
   Opt 051     Improved Amplitude Accuracy for PDC Bands
   Opt 052     Inproved Amplitude Accurancy for PHS Band
   Opt 053     Improved Amplitude Accuracy for CDMA Bands
   Opt 105     Time-Gated Spectrum Analysis
   Opt 110     CT2 Demodulator
   Opt 111     Group Delay and Amplitude Flatness
               (also requires the HP 11770A Link Measurement Personality)
   Opt 112     DECT Demodulator
   Opt 151     DSP, FAST ADC, and Digital Demodulator
   Opt 160     PDC, PHS, NACD, and CDMA Firmware for Option 151
   Opt 163     GSM/DCS1800 Firmware for Option 151

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

Application Measurement Cards/Personalities

HP 85700A      Blank 32-KB Memory Card
HP 85702A      Blank 128-KB Memory Card
HP 11770A      Link Measurement Personality
HP 85712D      EMC Measurement Personality
HP 85713A      Digital Radio Measurement Personality
HP 85714A      Scalar Measurement Personality
HP 85715B      GSM Measurement Personality
HP 85717A      CT2-CAI Measurement Personality
HP 85718B      NADC-TDMA Measurement Personality
HP 85719A      Noise Figure Measurement Personality
HP 85720C      PDC Measurement Personality
HP 85721A      Cable TV Measurement Personality
HP 85722B      DCS1800 / PCS1900 Measurement Personality
HP 85723A      DECT Measurement Personality
HP 85724A      Broadcast Measurement Personality
HP 85725B      CDMA Measurement Personality
HP 85726B      PHS Measurement Personality
HP 85727A      GSM Multi-band Measurement Personality
HP 85921A      Cable TV PC Software for HP 85721A

Some measurement personalities are not supported by all HP 8590
series models.  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, <0.75 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 to 500 MHz, <0.75 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) HP 11742A High frequency blocking capacitor (3.5mm(f to m)), 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz, 0.35 dB IL <12.4 GHz, 0.7 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) Rack Mounts 5062-4841 Rackmount without handles (centers instrument in rack) 5062-4840 Rackmount with handles (centers instrument in rack) 5062-8240 Rackmount with handles (mounts instrument left of center) 5062-8241 Rackmount without handles (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 346B Noise source (BNC(f) to APC 3.5(m), 10 MHz to 18 GHz)


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