Keysight N9936BU/356 Noise Figure Option

Overview

The Keysight N9936BU/356 Noise Figure Option enables accurate verification and characterization of device noise performance using the Y-Factor technique. This comprehensive option supports multiple measurement types and pre-configured device setups for efficient RF and microwave device testing.

Key Features

• Five measurement types: Noise Figure, Noise Factor, Gain, Noise Temperature, and Y-Factor
• Four measurement setup types: Noise Source, DUT, Integration, and Uncertainty
• Four pre-configured DUT measurement types: Amplifier, Downconverter, Upconverter, Multi-Stage Converter
• Customizable uncertainty contribution values including jitter, ENR, mismatch, and user calibration uncertainty

Requirements

• Spectrum analyzer mode (Option 233 on combination models)
• Internal preamplifier (Option 235)
• DC bias variable voltage source (Option 309)
• CPU2 processor
• External noise source (Keysight models 346A, 346B, 346C, 346K40, 346K01)
• External preamplifier recommended (Keysight models U7227A, U7227C, U7227F, U7228A, U7228C, U7228F)
• Accessory N9910X-713 BNC to SMB cable for DC bias connection