Agilent / Keysight 8563A 9 kHz 26.5 GHz spectrum analyzer
The Agilent/Keysight 8563A is a portable spectrum analyzer with a frequency range of 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz. It offers excellent performance for analyzing signals in various applications, including communication, radar, and electronic warfare. Features include synthesized tuning, high sensitivity, and a wide dynamic range.
- Model
- HP 8563A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $3,204
- RFQ ref
- 8563A
This unit
The Agilent/Keysight 8563A is a portable microwave spectrum analyzer delivering signal analysis from 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz. Synthesized tuning ensures drift-free measurements across demanding applications in telecommunications, radar, electronic warfare, and aerospace. The instrument combines exceptional sensitivity (−131 dBm DANL at 10 Hz RBW) with 128 dB dynamic range and straightforward operation via hardkey and softkey interface.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 22 GHz standard; extended to 26.5 GHz with Option 026. Span capability from 100 Hz to 19.25 GHz enables detailed signal characterization across the full band. Resolution and Video Bandwidth: Minimum RBW of 10 Hz and maximum of 19.25 MHz in 1, 3, 10 sequence steps. Video bandwidth ranges from 1 Hz to 3 MHz using the same step sequence. Frequency Accuracy: Standard accuracy of 0.00000000013 %. Optional Precision Frequency Reference (Option 003) delivers sub-0.13 × 10⁻⁶ per year drift. Amplitude Characteristics: Reference level from −120 dBm to +30 dBm in 0.1 dB steps. Input attenuation selectable from 0 to 70 dB in 10 dB increments. RF input impedance 50 ohms via Type-N connector. Dynamic Range: Maximum dynamic range of 128 dB (compressive to noise). Harmonic distortion suppression reaches 81 dB below 2.9 GHz and 110 dB above. Intermodulation distortion maintained at 90 dB and 92 dB respectively across the same bands.Key Features
- Synthesized tuning with offset tracking capability when paired with synthesized sources
- Limit-line capability for automated test criteria definition
- Built-in AM and FM demodulators for modulation analysis
- Advanced marker functionality with stimulus-response measurement support
- Battery-backed RAM (128 Kbytes) storing up to 100 traces and instrument states
- Integrated clock/calendar for trace and data timestamping
Typical Applications Optimal for signal detection, component characterization, and system-level troubleshooting in microwave and RF systems. Offset tracking supports verification of synthesized source performance across frequency bands.
Compatibility & Integration HP-IB interface supports SH1, AH1, T6, TEO, L4, LEO, SRI, RLI, PPI, PCI, DTI, CI, and C28 functions. External 10 MHz frequency reference input/output (BNC). Second IF access at 310.7 MHz (SMA). Direct plotter output compatible with HP 7440A, 7470A, and 7475A models.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 22 GHz standard |
| extends to 26.5 GHz with Option 026 | Power Range (dBm) | −131 dBm (DANL) to +30 dBm | Voltage / Current Range: Max AC Input: 1 dBm |
| Max DC Input | 0 V |
HP 8563A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the HP 8563A. All calibrations are performed to NIST-traceable standards and ship with a certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
HP 8563A price
This HP 8563A is listed at $3,203.8. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
HP 8563A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the HP 8563A is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
