HP 8711A
300kHz to 1300MHz Network Analyzer

  • 300 kHz to 1300 MHz
  • Internal 3.5 in disk drive (LIF/DOS)
  • Narrowband/broadband detection
  • "Real time" sweep speed (50 ms/sweep)
  • Integrated transmission/reflection test set
  • Synthesized 1 Hz resolution source
  • Internal HP instrument BASIC
  • 90 dB of system dynamic range
  • Simple and easy to use

The HP 8711A provides speed, accuracy, and measurement versatility at a price that makes it ideal for RF manufacturing. Characterize the transmission/reflection frequency response or measure the insertion loss, gain, return loss. conversion loss, power, or SWR of a variety of RF components. The HP 8711A is a compact, integrated network analyzer that provides fast, simple, and accurate RF testing.

Integrated synthesized source and transmission/reflection test set enable the complete swept frequency characterization of RF components with a single connection. The internal synthesized source is a fast (50 ms/sweep) and stable (1 Hz resolution) stimulus for testing narrowband and broadband detection, which makes the instrument ideal for testing linear and non-linear components that make up RF systems. Broadband detection allows characterization of frequency translation devices, while narrowband detection provides greater than 90 dB of dynamic range for testing high rejection, narrowband devices.

Optional HP Instrument BASIC (IBASIC) puts computer automation capabilities inside the instrument, simplifying measurement setups and testing. A built-in LIF/DOS format 3.5 inch floppy disk drive allows unlimited storage of instrument states, measurement and calibration data, and IBASIC programs.

Integrated source, receiver test set, display, and disk drive result in a network analyzer that is easy to use, ideal for manufacturing, incoming inspection, and maintenance applications.

Designed for Manufacturing

Simplicity, ease of use, and automatic functions save device test time. The time saving features of the HP 8711A were designed with high volume manufacturing in mind.

The HP 8711A is capable of displaying multiple measurement parameters simultaneously on the CRT, such as insertion loss and return loss characteristics. Nine internal save/recall registers are available to speed device testing. Storing and recalling complete instrument states internally saves time and reduces operating errors.

Powerful marker functions speed the final test of components by calculating and displaying specified device characteristics (maximum, minimum, 3 dB bandwidth and marker search) in real time, along with measurement data.

Limit testing allows comparison of measured data to user defined test limits and displaying the results on the instrument's display. This feature ensures your devices are aligned and tested to the same specifications at all production test stations.

HP Instrument BASIC and built-in disk drive simplify measurement automation and reduce system cost. IBASIC's unique keystroke recording capability enables automation of manual measurements without the need for any programming. The HP 8711A is PC compatible, use an IBM compatible personal computer and the analyzer's DOS disk format to control your measurement system and transfer data directly to popular MS-DOS programs. Peripherals are supported (printers and plotters) through serial, parallel, and HP-IB interfaces.

SOURCE CHARACTERISTICS
Frequency
Range 300 kHz to 1300 MHz
Resolution 1 Hz
Accuracy < 5ppm
Output
Power Range 0 to 16 dBm
w/attenuator: -60 to 13 dBm
75 O reduces output by 3 dB
Resolution
Port Flatness +/-1.0 dB
w/attenuator: -60 to 13 dBm
w/meter correction: ± 0.3 dB
Single Purity
Harmonics < -30 dBc
Spurious < 30 dBc
Phase Noise < 67 dBc/Hz, at 10 kHz (typical)
RECEIVER CHARACTERISTICS
Frequency Range Narrowband: 300 kHz to 1300 MHz
Broadband: 10 MHz to 1300 MHz
Dynamic Range
50 O Narrowband > 90 dB

Broadband

> 66 dB
75 O Narrowband > 87 dB

Broadband

> 63 dB
MAXIMUM INPUT (0.1 dB compression)

Narrowband

10 dBm

Broadband

16 dBm
Input Damage Level 20 dBm
TEST SET CHARACTERISTICS
Test Port Match 20 dB
System Directivity 40 dB
RF CONNECTORS
Test Ports 50 O Type N (f)
75 O Type N (f)
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Size 180 mm H X 430 mm W X 480 mm D (7 in X 17 in X 18.75 in)
Weight Net, 20.5 kg (45 lbs.); shipping, 25 kg (55 lbs.)
DETECTORS/BRIDGES
HP 86200A 50 O Scalar Detector An external scalar detector for use when measuring external 50 O devices.
HP 86201A 75 O Scalar Detector An external scalar detector for use when measuring external 75 O devices.
HP 86205A 50 O Bridge An external directional bridge which offers high directivity and excellent port match designed for 50 O device measurements.
HP 86207A 75 O Bridge An external directional bridge which offers high directivity and excellent port match designed for 75 O device measurements.
External detectors (50 and 75 O) and bridge are available for remote device measurements. An unmodulated dc detection mode measures the microwave power directly without using modulation techniques.
ACCESSORIES
HP 11852B 50/75 O Minimum Loss Pad A low SWR minimum loss pad required when measurements are made on 75 O devices using a 50 O measurement system.
HP 11853A Type N Accessory Kit Accessory kit which provides the RF components required for measuring devices having 50 O Type N connectors.
HP 11854A BNC Accessory Kit Accessory kit which provides the RF components required for measuring devices having 50 O BNC connectors.
HP 11855A Type N Accessory Kit Accessory kit which provides the RF components required for measuring devices having 75 O Type N connectors.
HP 11856A BNC Accessory Kit Accessory kit which provides the RF components required for measuring devices having 75 O BNC connectors.
HP 86211A Type N/TNC Adapter Kit Adapter kit which provides Type N to Type F adapters necessary when measuring Type F devices on a network analyzer with Type N ports.
HP86212A Type N/TNC Adapter Kit Adapter kit which provides Type N to TNC adapters necessary when measuring TNC devices on a network analyzer with Type N ports.
Test Port Cables Replacement test port cables are available as HP part numbers. The analyzer ships with the 50 O BNC cable as standard.

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