Agilent/Keysight M9837A

The Keysight M9837A is a PXIe Vector Network Analyzer delivering multiport, multisite characterization across 10 MHz to 44 GHz in a scalable modular form factor. Built-in noise receivers and configurable test architecture enable single-connection measurements of modulated signals on highly integrated components. This instrument accelerates semiconductor and component testing through faster measurement speeds, flexible configuration, and reduced system costs in automated test environments.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 100 MHz to 43.97 GHz (settable)


• Power Output Range: −100 dBm to +25 dBm (settable)


• Power Resolution: 0.01 dB


• Power Level Accuracy (Typical): - 100 MHz to 15 GHz: ±0.4 dB - 15 GHz to 20 GHz: ±0.6 dB - 20 GHz to 25 GHz: ±0.5 dB - 25 GHz to 30 GHz: ±0.6 dB - 30 GHz to 37.5 GHz: ±1.2 dB - 37.5 GHz to 40 GHz: ±0.8 dB - 40 GHz to 44 GHz: ±1.8 dB (Accuracy specified at −10 dBm source power without user power calibration; calibration improves performance)


• Source Third Order Intermodulation Distortion: −40 dBc IM3 (two-tone, 1 MHz separation, 0 dB source mixer attenuator)

Key Features

• PXIe scalable architecture for high-density test applications


• Built-in noise receivers for advanced characterization


• Configurable test set with modulated signal measurement software


• Single-connection multiport measurement capability


• User-friendly software wizards for wideband RF measurements

Measurement Capabilities

• Multiport, multi-measurement analysis via single connection


• Modulated signal characterization


• Adjacent Channel Power (ACP) and Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) assessment


• Wideband RF measurements on integrated components

Compatibility & Integration Requires PXIe or PXI-H chassis slot with 2x8, 4x4, or 1x8 system slot link configuration. Compatible with Keysight PXI Embedded Controllers. PXI embedded controllers are not supported.