Keysight unveils first midrange network analyser

▤ Summary

Demand for ever-increasing data speeds with ultra-low latency is pushing the next generation of wireless communications systems to operate at higher radio frequencies (RF). To ensure 5G New Radio (NR) transmitters meet these operational demands, RF engineers must fully test the design and performance of components such as power amplifiers (PA). In addition, acquiring the precise EVM measurements needed to certify PA conformance to 5G standards requires using a high-performance VNA. • Simplified setup – Offers a single test setup run with one connection and requiring only a single calibration that accelerates the characterisation of PAs for 5G transmitters in the 5G NR FR1 and FR2 frequency bands by up to 50% • Accurate, repeatable results – Builds on Keysight’s metrology expertise with patented, custom monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMIC) to provide the highest measurement accuracy, easily repeatable results, and the lowest residual EVM on the market. Joe Rickert, Vice President and General Manager, Keysight High Frequency Measurements Center of Excellence, said: “Combined with the powerful modulation distortion analysis software that was previously only available on our highest-performing PNA series network analysers, the new midrange E5081A ENA-X VNA solution is ideal for power amplifier characterisation for 5G transmitters.

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