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Keysight N9918A User Manual

Keysight N9918A
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Keysight FieldFox Analyzers
This manual provides documentation for the following models:
N9913A, N99914, N9915A, N9916A, N9917A, N9918A
N9925A, N9926A, N9927A, N9928A
N9935A, N9936A, N9937A, N9938A
N9950A, N9951A, N9952A
N9960A, N9961A, N9962A
User's Guide

Table of Contents

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Keysight N9918A Specifications

General IconGeneral
Amplitude Accuracy±0.5 dB
Tracking GeneratorYes
Vector Network Analyzer (VNA)Yes
Cable and Antenna Analyzer (CAT)Yes
Power MeterYes
GPS ReceiverYes
Operating Temperature-10 °C to +50 °C
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW)1 Hz to 3 MHz
Measurement TypesSpectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer, Cable and Antenna Analyzer, Power Meter
Battery LifeUp to 4 hours
InterfaceUSB, LAN
Display8.4-inch color touchscreen
Storage Temperature-40 °C to +70 °C

Summary

Notices

Warranty

Information regarding the material contained in this document and Keysight's warranty obligations.

Safety Notices

2. Preparing for Initial Use of Your New FieldFox

FieldFox ON/OFF Settings

Describes how to power the FieldFox ON, switch to Standby mode, and power OFF.

3. CAT (Cable and Antenna Test) Mode

CAT Mode Settings

Covers settings for CAT mode, including measurement selection and frequency range.

4. DTF (Distance to Fault) Measurements

How to make DTF Measurements

Step-by-step guide on performing Distance to Fault measurements on a cable.

DTF Measurement Settings

Explains settings for DTF measurements, including format, start/stop distance, and frequency mode.

5. TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry) - Option 215

How to make TDR Measurements

Step-by-step guide on performing Time Domain Reflectometry measurements.

TDR Measurement (Format)

Details on selecting the display format for TDR measurements.

6. NA (Network Analyzer) Mode

NA Mode Settings

Covers settings for Network Analyzer mode, including S-parameters and trace configurations.

7. Time Domain – Option 010

Time Domain (Transform) Settings

Details on setting up Time Domain transform, including frequency range and points.

8. Calibration for NA, CAT, and VVM Modes

How to Perform a Calibration

Step-by-step guide on performing instrument calibration.

9. SA (Spectrum Analyzer) Mode

SA Mode Settings

Covers settings for Spectrum Analyzer mode, including frequency range and radio standards.

10. RTSA (Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer) Mode—Option 350 (CPU2 Only)

RTSA Mode Settings

Configuration settings specific to the RTSA mode.

11. IQ Analyzer (IQA) – Option 351 (CPU2 Only)

I/Q Analyzer (IQA) Mode Settings

Settings for the I/Q Analyzer mode, including measurement selection and data display.

How to Make Measurements Using the I/Q Analyzer Mode

Guide to performing measurements using the I/Q Analyzer mode.

12. Remote Server Mode (Requires CPU2 and SA Hardware/SA Option 233)

Connecting Using Remote Server

Overview of connecting the FieldFox to PC-based software via LAN for remote operation.

13. Interference Analyzer (SA Mode) – Option 236

14. Reflection Mode (SA Models) - Option 320

15. Built-in Power Meter Mode – Option 310

Built-in Power Meter Settings

Settings for using the SA input connector for power measurements without a sensor.

16. Power Meter (USB) Mode - Option 302

USB Power Meter Settings

Settings for using USB power sensors for power meter measurements.

17. Frequency Offset Using Power Sensor (FOPS) – Option 208

18. Pulse Measurements Mode – Option 330

Pulse Measurement Settings

Settings for performing pulse measurements.

19. VVM (Vector Voltmeter) Mode - Option 308

VVM Mode Settings

Settings for the Vector Voltmeter mode.

20. ERTA (Extended Range Transmission Analysis) Mode - Option 209

Start Connection Wizard

Guides through the physical setup for ERTA measurements.

Configure Measurement Settings

Selecting measurement settings like frequency range and points for ERTA.

21. AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355)

Using AM/FM Metrics

Demodulating and characterizing AM and FM signals.

22. Channel Scanner (Option 312)

Using Channel Scanner

Functionality overview of the Channel Scanner feature.

How to Set Up Channel Scanner

Steps to set up a channel scan measurement.

23. Noise Figure Mode (Option 356 – CPU2 Only)

Using Noise Figure

Overview of Noise Figure measurement capabilities and features.

How to Define a Noise Figure Measurement

Step-by-step procedure for defining and setting up a noise figure measurement.

24. Data Analysis Features

All about Markers

Information on creating, moving, and using markers for trace analysis.

How to create Markers

Procedure for creating and activating markers on a trace.

All about Limit Lines

All about Trace Math

All about Scale Settings

25. System Settings

System Configuration

Frequency Reference Source

LAN Settings

Service Diagnostics

27. File Management

Saving and Recalling Files

How to Save a File

Steps to save the current screen or a saved file.

28. Working with the Lithium-Ion Battery

29 Safety Considerations

For the FieldFox

General safety warnings and precautions for operating the FieldFox.

For the Battery

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions

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