MEASUREMENT |
|
|
 | | |
| | |
| |  Low - Level RF Leakage Measurement (AN 1204) |
| | This 16-page, black-and-white application note discusses the use of signal generators to accurately simulate low-level signals. |
| | Conversion Table relating VSWR and Return Loss |
| |
| |
| | |
| | Spectrum Analyzer Basics (AN 150) |
| | Fundamentals of spectrum analyzer measurements |
| | Spectrum Analysis Basics: From 1997 Back to Basics Seminar
|
| | This paper from the 1997 Back to Basics Seminar covers everything from a definition of spectrum to the types of instruments used to make the measurements. Topics include resolution, amplitude measurements sensitivity, dynamic range, LO stability, harmonic mixing, and the use of spectrum analyzers... |
| | Spectrum Analysis…Pulsed RF, Application Note 150-2 |
| | This application note covers the basic pulse spectrum information including line spectrum, pulse desensitization, transition to the pulse response, peak pulse response, pulse desensitization, and very short RF pulses. |
| | Spectrum Analysis: Amplitude and Frequency Modulation (AN 150-1) |
| | Modulation is the act of translating some low-frequency or base-band signal (voice, music, data) to a higher frequency. Why do we modulate signals? There are at least two reasons: to allow the simultaneous transmission of two or more baseband signals by translating them to different frequencies.
Application Note 1286-1: Eight Hints for Making Better Spectrum Analyzer Measurements This application note provides eight pertinent hints for making better spectrum analyzer measurements, such as measuring low level signals and identifying internal distortion products. |
| | 8 Hints for Better Millimeter-Wave Spectrum Measurements |
| | This application note is primarily concerned with measurements made in coaxial environments by millimeter-wave spectrum analyzers to 50 GHz. |
| | Agilent Presentation on Intercept Point |
| | Accute and Rapid Measurement of IP2 and IP3 |
| | Intermodulation Distortion |
| |
| |
| | |
| | Network Analysis Basics - 10 Hints for Making Better Network Analyzer Measurements (1291-1B) |
| | This Application Note contains hints to help you understand and improve your use of network analyzers, and a summary of network analyzers and their capabilities |
| | 8510 Calibration Standard Definitions (8510-5B) |
| | This Product Note covers methods for specifying calibration standards and describes the procedures for their use with the Agilent 8510 Network Analyzer. |
| | Network Analysis - Calibration - Electronic vs. Mechanical Cal Kits |
| | This paper clarifies the differences between electronic and mechanical calibrations and how these differences affect measurement accuracy. |
| |
| |
| | |
| | AN 150-15 Vector Signal Analysis Basics |
| | This 40-page, black-and-white application note serves as a primer on the vector signal analyzer. The document addresses measurement concepts, theory of operation, vector modulation analysis, and digital modulation analysis. |
| |
| |
| | |
| | Source Basics |
| | All types of signal sources, their characteristics and applications, are covered in this paper from Agilent's Back to Basics seminar. The discussion includes CW and swept sources and the differences between RF and microwave sources. Signal generator topics cover modulation including amplitude... |
| | 7 Hints for Making Innovative Signal Source Measurements |
| | This application note provides tips for making signal source measurements in wireless RF design and verification using the signal source analyzer. |
| | 9 Hints for Making Better Measurements Using RF Signal Generators |
| | This application note offers guidance on how to improve the accuracy of your measurements that involve using RF signal generators. This Application Note is a guide to help you... |
| | Addition of Coherent Sources |
| |
| |
| | |
| | Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements (part 1) |
| | Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements (part 2) |
| | Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements (part 3) |
| | Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements (part 4) |
| | Agilent's Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements, application note (AN 1449-1/2/3/4). |
| | 4 Steps for Making Better Power Measurements (AN 64-4D) |
| | Before selecting a power meter and associated sensors, make sure that you have taken the 4 steps detailed in this note, which influence the accuracy, economy and technical match to your application. |
| |
| |
| | |
| | Spectrum Analyzer Measurements and Noise (AN 1303) |
| | Noise. It is the classical limitation of electronics. In measurements, noise and distortions limit the dynamic range of test results. |
| | Advanced phase noise and transient measurement techniques |
| | This application note describes conventional signal source measurement techniques and the advanced measurement techniques of Agilents E5052A SSA. |
| | Nomograph relating offset, deviation and sideband levels |
| |
| |
| | |
| | Measuring Noise Figure with a Spectrum Analyzer (AN 1439) |
| | 10 Hints for Making Successful Noise Figure Measurements (AN 57-3) |
| | This application note is designed to help engineers achieve accurate and repeatable noise figure. Ways to minimize measurement uncertainties and barriers to measurement repeatability are included. |
| | Measuring Noise Figure by Thomas T. Lee |
| | Nomograph relating gain, noise figure, bandwidth and noise level |
| |
| |
| | |
| | 8757 Amplifier Measurements (345-1) |
| | This Application Note describes Microwave Component Measurements: Amplifier Measurements Using the Scalar Network Analyzer. |
| | 8753 Mixer Measurements (8753-2) |
| | This Product Note describes several procedures and hardware setups for measuring the performance of a mixer or frequency translator using the Agilent 8753B Vector Network Analyzer. |
| | N9355/6 Power Limiters |
| | This paper outlines application considerations and the latest limiter technologies available from Agilent Technologies. |
| |
| |