Agilent Technologies, Inc. N9917A 18 GHz FieldFox Microwave Analyzer

Cable and antenna analyzer (CAT), vector network analyzer (VNA)

• 30 kHz to 18 GHz
• CAT: Distance-to-fault, return loss, cable loss
• VNA dynamic range: 100 dB to 9 GHz, 90 dB to 18 GHz
• VNA: S11, S21, S22, S12, magnitude and phase

Spectrum analyzer

• 5 kHz to 18 GHz
• 0.5 dB amplitude accuracy, full band, over full temperature range of -10 to +55 C (14 to 131 F)
• Spur-free dynamic range: 105 dB
• Full-band tracking generator

Independent source, vector voltmeter (VVM), power and pulse measurements

• RF source: 30 kHz to 18 GHz, CW, CW coupled, and tracking
• VVM: 30 kHz to 18 GHz, compare phase and electrical length
• Average power, peak power, and pulse characterization with USB power sensors
• Built-in power meter: 5 kHz to 18 GHz

FieldFox instrument attributes

• Remote control via iPad or iPhone
• Standard 3-year warranty
• Battery life: 3.5-hours; weight: 3.0 kg or 6.6 lbs
• Operating temperature: -10 to +55 C (14 to 131 F)

FieldFox Combination Analyzers, Technical Overview
FieldFox Comparison Summary

FieldFox is equipped to handle routine maintenance, in-depth troubleshooting and anything in between. FieldFox delivers Agilent-quality measurements wherever you need to go. Add FieldFox to your kit, and carry precision with you.

The microwave combination analyzer's base function is a cable and antenna analyzer and it can be configured to include a spectrum and network analyzer. FieldFox can be ordered with additional capabilities: power meter, independent signal generator, vector voltmeter, interference analyzer, variable DC source, built-in GPS receiver, and remote control using an iPad or iPhone.

The following accessories are included with every FieldFox: AC/DC adapter, battery, soft carrying case, LAN cable, Quick Reference Guide and Users Guide.

Applications

• Satellite communications, microwave backhaul
• Military communications, radar systems
• Active and passive device test

Accuracy

• Get precise measurements that agree with benchtop results
• CalReady, QuickCal, and ECal provide accurate return loss, distance-to-fault and S-parameters
• InstAlign Unprecedented absolute amplitude accuracy across the full band, no warm-up required

Rugged

• Dust-free design with no fans and no vents extends instrument reliability in harsh environments
• Weather resistant; withstands salty, humid environments
• MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 compliant
• MIL-STD-810G, Method 511.5 Procedure I requirements for operation in explosive environments (type tested)