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N 9020 A Signal Analyzer

Agilent N 9020 A Signal Analyzer family
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The Agilent N 9020 A Signal Analyzer is an MXA X-Series signal analyzer. The Agilent N 9020 A Signal Analyzer has frequency coverage of 10 Hz to 3.6 GHz, 8.4 GHz, 13.6 GHz, or 26.5 GHz depending on option. The Agilent N 9020 A Signal Analyzer has a standard analysis bandwidth of 10 MHz.[1][2]

AgilentN 9020 A Signal Analyzer
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Power

10 Hz to 3.6, 8.4, 13.6, or 26.5 GHz[1]

Optics

1024 x 768, XGA[1]

What it is

The N9020A is part of the MXA X-Series of signal analyzers. The instrument is available with several frequency range options: Option 503 covers 20 Hz to 3.6 GHz, Option 508 covers 20 Hz to 8.4 GHz, Option 513 covers 20 Hz to 13.6 GHz, and Option 526 covers 20 Hz to 26.5 GHz. The N9020A was originally manufactured by Agilent Technologies and later supported by Keysight Technologies.[2][1]

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical20

Frequency range options
Option 503: 20 Hz to 3.6 GHz; Option 508: 20 Hz to 8.4 GHz; Option 513: 20 Hz to 13.6 GHz; Option 526: 20 Hz to 26.5 GHz[2]
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Frequency range (data sheet)
10 Hz to 3.6, 8.4, 13.6, or 26.5 GHz[1]
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Resolution bandwidth (RBW) range
1 Hz to 3 MHz (standard), up to 70 MHz with Option B85 or B1A and Option RBE, up to 133 MHz with Option B1X and Option RBE[1]
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Analysis bandwidth options
Standard: 10 MHz; Option B25: 25 MHz; Option B40: 40 MHz; Option B85: 85 MHz; Option B1A: 125 MHz; Option B1X: 160 MHz[1]
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Total absolute amplitude accuracy at 50 MHz
±0.33 dB (10 dB attenuation, 20 to 30 °C, 1 Hz ≤ RBW ≤ 1 MHz)[1]
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Displayed average noise level (DANL) at 1 GHz
–144 dBm (specification, 20 to 30 °C, 1 Hz RBW, preamp off)[1]
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Frequency range, option 503
10 Hz to 3.6 GHz[1]
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Frequency range, option 508
10 Hz to 8.4 GHz[1]
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Frequency range, option 513
10 Hz to 13.6 GHz[1]
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Frequency range, option 526
10 Hz to 26.5 GHz[1]
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Standard analysis bandwidth
10 MHz[2]
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Optional analysis bandwidth
25 MHz[2]
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Resolution bandwidth range
1 Hz to 8 MHz[2]
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Video bandwidth range
Same as resolution bandwidth range plus wide-open VBW labeled 50 MHz[2]
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Frequency range options
10 Hz to 3.6 GHz, 8.4 GHz, 13.6 GHz, or 26.5 GHz[1]
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Analysis bandwidth options
10 MHz standard; 25 MHz with Option B25; up to 160 MHz with Option B1X[1]
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Frequency range
10 Hz to 3.6, 8.4, 13.6, or 26.5 GHz[1]
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Frequency range, DC-coupled
10 Hz to 3.6 GHz / 8.4 GHz / 13.6 GHz / 26.5 GHz depending on option[1]
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Frequency range, AC-coupled
10 MHz to 3.6 GHz / 8.4 GHz / 13.6 GHz / 26.5 GHz depending on option[1]
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Sweep time range, span >= 10 Hz
1 ms to 4000 s[1]
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Optics & imaging1

Display resolution
1024 x 768, XGA[1]
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Dimensions & facilities5

Maximum safe input level, peak pulse power
<10 μs pulse width, <1% duty cycle, input attenuation ≥ 30 dB: +50 dBm (100 W)[2]
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Weight, net
18 kg (40 lbs), nominal[1]
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Dimensions, height
177 mm (7.0 in)[1]
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Dimensions, width
426 mm (16.8 in)[1]
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Dimensions, length
368 mm (14.5 in)[1]
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Configuration & options18

Model
N 9020 A[3]
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Make
Agilent[3]
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Instrument type
Signal Analyzer[3]
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Series
MXA X-Series signal analyzer[1]
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Input attenuation range
0 to 70 dB in 2 dB steps[2]
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Maximum safe input level, average total power
+30 dBm (1 W)[2]
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Operating temperature range
0 to 55 °C[1]
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Storage temperature range
-40 to 70 °C[1]
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Power consumption, on
465 W maximum[1]
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Warranty
3-year warranty[1]
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Recommended calibration cycle
Two years[1]
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Product line
MXA X-Series Signal Analyzer[1]
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Calibration cycle
Two years[1]
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Maximum frequency options
3.6 GHz, 8.4 GHz, 13.6 GHz, or 26.5 GHz[1]
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Model
N 9020 A Signal Analyzer[3]
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Instrument line
MXA signal analyzer[1]
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Trace points
1 to 40001[1]
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Calibration cycle
Two years recommended[1]
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Vintage & configurations

Documented models & variants

DesignationGenerationVintageChangesSource
N9020A Option 503——Frequency range 20 Hz to 3.6 GHzkeysight.com[2]
N9020A Option 508——Frequency range 20 Hz to 8.4 GHzkeysight.com[2]
N9020A Option 513——Frequency range 20 Hz to 13.6 GHzkeysight.com[2]
N9020A Option 526——Frequency range 20 Hz to 26.5 GHzkeysight.com[2]
N9020A Option B85——85 MHz analysis bandwidthkeysight.com[1]
N9020A Option B1A——125 MHz analysis bandwidthkeysight.com[1]
N9020A Option B1X——160 MHz analysis bandwidthkeysight.com[1]
N9020A Option P03——Preamplifier, 100 kHz to 3.6 GHzkeysight.com[1]
N9020A Option P08——Preamplifier, 100 kHz to 8.4 GHzkeysight.com[1]
N9020A Option P13——Preamplifier, 100 kHz to 13.6 GHzkeysight.com[1]
N9020A Option P26——Preamplifier, 100 kHz to 26.5 GHzkeysight.com[1]
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  • Frequency range optionsOption 503: 20 Hz to 3.6 GHz; Option 508: 20 Hz to 8.4 GHz; Option 513: 20 Hz to 13.6 GHz; Option 526: 20 Hz to 26.5 GHz[2]
  • Frequency range (data sheet)10 Hz to 3.6, 8.4, 13.6, or 26.5 GHz[1]
  • Resolution bandwidth (RBW) range1 Hz to 3 MHz (standard), up to 70 MHz with Option B85 or B1A and Option RBE, up to 133 MHz with Option B1X and Option RBE[1]
  • Analysis bandwidth optionsStandard: 10 MHz; Option B25: 25 MHz; Option B40: 40 MHz; Option B85: 85 MHz; Option B1A: 125 MHz; Option B1X: 160 MHz[1]
  • Total absolute amplitude accuracy at 50 MHz±0.33 dB (10 dB attenuation, 20 to 30 °C, 1 Hz ≤ RBW ≤ 1 MHz)[1]
  • Displayed average noise level (DANL) at 1 GHz–144 dBm (specification, 20 to 30 °C, 1 Hz RBW, preamp off)[1]
  • Frequency range, option 50310 Hz to 3.6 GHz[1]
  • Frequency range, option 50810 Hz to 8.4 GHz[1]
  • Frequency range, option 51310 Hz to 13.6 GHz[1]
  • Frequency range, option 52610 Hz to 26.5 GHz[1]
  • Standard analysis bandwidth10 MHz[2]
  • Optional analysis bandwidth25 MHz[2]
  • Resolution bandwidth range1 Hz to 8 MHz[2]
  • Video bandwidth rangeSame as resolution bandwidth range plus wide-open VBW labeled 50 MHz[2]
  • Frequency range options10 Hz to 3.6 GHz, 8.4 GHz, 13.6 GHz, or 26.5 GHz[1]
  • Analysis bandwidth options10 MHz standard; 25 MHz with Option B25; up to 160 MHz with Option B1X[1]
  • Frequency range10 Hz to 3.6, 8.4, 13.6, or 26.5 GHz[1]
  • Frequency range, DC-coupled10 Hz to 3.6 GHz / 8.4 GHz / 13.6 GHz / 26.5 GHz depending on option[1]
  • Frequency range, AC-coupled10 MHz to 3.6 GHz / 8.4 GHz / 13.6 GHz / 26.5 GHz depending on option[1]
  • Sweep time range, span >= 10 Hz1 ms to 4000 s[1]

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Frequently asked questions

What frequency range options are available for the N9020A?

The N9020A is offered with four frequency range options: Option 503 covers 10 Hz to 3.6 GHz, Option 508 covers 10 Hz to 8.4 GHz, Option 513 covers 10 Hz to 13.6 GHz, and Option 526 covers 10 Hz to 26.5 GHz.[1]

What is the frequency reference accuracy of the N9020A?

The frequency reference accuracy depends on the installed option. For the standard reference, the aging rate is ±1 x 10⁻⁶ per year, temperature stability is ±2 x 10⁻⁶ over the full range, and achievable initial calibration accuracy is ±1.4 x 10⁻⁶. With Option PFR (precision frequency reference), the aging rate is ±1 x 10⁻⁷ per year, temperature stability is ±5 x 10⁻⁸ over the full range, and initial calibration accuracy is ±4 x 10⁻⁸.[1]

What resolution bandwidth (RBW) range is standard on the N9020A?

The standard resolution bandwidth range is 1 Hz to 3 MHz in 10% steps, plus additional bandwidths of 4 MHz, 5 MHz, 6 MHz, and 8 MHz.[1]

What analysis bandwidths are available with the N9020A?

The standard analysis bandwidth is 10 MHz. With options, the analysis bandwidth can be increased: Option B25 provides 25 MHz, Option B40 provides 40 MHz, Option B85 provides 85 MHz, Option B1A provides 125 MHz, and Option B1X provides 160 MHz.[1]

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  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the N 9020 A Signal Analyzer are on record.

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  • The control-system platform and OS era of the N 9020 A Signal Analyzer are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the N 9020 A Signal Analyzer are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the N 9020 A Signal Analyzer is not on record.

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  1. [1]keysight.com — keysight.comkeysight.com
  2. [2]keysight.com — keysight.comkeysight.com
  3. [3]Equipment inventory listing
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