HP / Agilent 3563A Control Systems Analyzer

The HP/Agilent 3563A Control Systems Analyzer is an FFT-based instrument for comprehensive analysis and optimization of control systems across time and frequency domains. Dual-channel operation enables simultaneous measurement of analog signals (DC to 100 kHz) and digital signals (up to 256 kHz sample rate), making it ideal for mixed-signal system characterization. The analyzer performs spectrum analysis, network analysis, transient analysis, frequency response measurement, waveform analysis, curve fitting in S- and Z-domains, vector averaging, and waveform math. Internal signal sources generate random noise, burst random, sine chirp, burst chirp, fixed sine, and swept sine stimuli. AM, FM, and PM demodulation capability supports modulation analysis. Auto-calibration ensures measurement accuracy of ±0.15 dB across an 80 dB or 150 dB dynamic range with 26.5 µHz resolution. Digital signals accept 16-bit parallel data (two's complement or offset binary) with eight qualifier lines, trigger, and clock inputs. Analog output delivers ±5 V peak AC (±10 V peak AC + DC) at up to 20 mA into ≥10 kΩ, <1000 pF loads. Digital TTL source supports up to 8 LSTTL loads at 256 kHz maximum rate. HP-IB programmable interface enables remote control and data acquisition.

Technical Specifications

Frequency range: 64 µHz to 100 kHz

Dynamic range: 80 dB, 150 dB

Resolution: 26.5 µHz across entire frequency range

Amplitude accuracy: ±0.15 dB

Dual-channel operation with simultaneous analog and digital measurements

Analog measurements: DC to 100 kHz

Digital measurements: Sample rates to 256 kHz, 16-bit parallel format

Analog output: +10 to −10 V peak (AC + DC), ±5 V peak AC, ±10 V DC offset (100 mV steps)

Maximum output current: 20 mA

Digital TTL output: 8 LSTTL loads, 256 kHz maximum rate

Power: 86–127 Vac or 196–253 Vac, 48–66 Hz, 450 VA maximum

Dimensions: 426 mm W × 222 mm H × 578 mm D

Weight: 27 kg (net), 36 kg (shipping)

Key Features

Internal signal sources: random noise, burst random, sine chirp, burst chirp, fixed sine, swept sine

Measurement types: spectrum, network, transient, frequency response, waveform analysis, curve fitting, vector averaging, waveform math

Modulation demodulation: AM, FM, PM

Mixed analog/digital signal analysis

Auto-calibration

HP-IB programmable control

Typical Applications

Control system design and optimization

Mixed-signal circuit testing and troubleshooting

Frequency response characterization

Modulation analysis

Digital and analog stimulus-response measurement

Compatibility & Integration

HP-IB interface for controllers, plotters, and disk drives

Compatible superset of HP 3562A dynamic signal analyzer