The user interface on the new NFA series of Noise Figure Analyzersis intuitive and easy to use, with easy to find keys, which are sizedand then placed in the relevant key group according to function. Thesoft-key depths have been kept to a minimum and there are clearvisual indicators on the screen showing the current machine state.

When making noise figure measurements, a key parameter to beaware of is measurement uncertainty. The NFA has a low instrumentationuncertainty to aid in accurate and repeatable measurementof manufacturers components. In addition, to aid customersin setting their components/systems specifications, Agilent has produceda web-based uncertainty calculator that will give customersinformation on how to improve and classify their measurementspecifications more accurately.

In manufacturing environments, fast measurement speed andrepeatability are critical. The NFA series of Noise Figure Analyzersnow include many features that can reduce your measurement timeand increase throughput. The frequency list function allows you toselect specific points within a complete measurement span to makeyour measurement. The Sweep averaging function allows a real-timeupdate to the screen during a measurement, as you adjust the performanceof the DUT during a sweep. Both these functions, as wellas the limit line functionality for quick and easy pass/fail testing andthe additional ability to recall complete calibrated instrumentstates, increase productivity and measurement throughput.

Features:

• A flexible and intuitive user interface

• Easy measurement setup

• Low instrument uncertainty

• Color graphical display of noise figure and gain versus frequency

• Enhanced PC and printer connectivity

• SNS, 346 and 347 Series noise source compatible

• Ability to automatically upload ENR calibration data from SNS Series noise source

• Local oscillator control through second dedicated GP-IB