Keysight N9963D 54 GHz Microwave Signal Analyzer

Overview

The Keysight N9963D is a handheld 54 GHz microwave signal analyzer with 120 MHz real-time bandwidth and software-defined architecture. It delivers intuitive touchscreen operation, configurable capabilities to meet evolving field and lab needs, and ±0.1 dB measurement accuracy without warm-up. The rugged 3.6 kg design meets MIL-specs with weatherproof housing and field-swappable battery providing up to 4 hours operation.

Key Features

• Maximum frequency: 54 GHz with 120 MHz real-time analysis bandwidth
• Software-defined analyzer with 25+ optional applications via license-key activation
• Real-time spectrum analysis with ±0.1 dB accuracy, no instrument warm-up required
• IQ data streaming capability up to 120 MHz bandwidth for advanced analysis
• Rugged MIL-spec design with weatherproof IP-rated housing
• Touchscreen interface with gap-free signal capture and event replay
• Field-swappable battery providing up to 4 hours continuous operation
• Standard three-year warranty

Optional Applications

The N9963D supports more than 25 software-defined FieldFox applications available via license-key activation:

Spectrum Analysis

• Extended Range Transmission Analysis (ERTA)
• Pre-amplifier
• Interference Analyzer and Spectrogram
• Spectrum Analyzer Time Gating
• Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA)

5G/LTE Field Test

• Channel Scanner
• Electromagnetic Field (EMF) Measurements
• Over-the-Air (OTA) LTE FDD
• Over-the-Air (OTA) LTE TDD
• Over-the-Air (OTA) 5G NR

Power Measurements

• USB Power Measurements versus Frequency
• USB Power Sensor Support
• Built-in Power Meter
• Pulse Measurement with USB Peak Power Sensor

Utilities

• Remote Control Capability
• GPS Receiver
• DC Bias Variable Voltage Source
• Indoor and Outdoor Mapping
• Pulse Generator

Applications

• Field strength and spectrum monitoring across multiple frequency bands
• RF interference detection, location, and characterization
• 5G/LTE network testing and validation
• Antenna measurements and cable testing
• Signal analysis with advanced modulation support
• Portable laboratory measurements in field environments

Keysight Spectrum Management Software (KSMS)

The N9963D integrates with Keysight Spectrum Management Software, a comprehensive PC toolkit for spectrum monitoring, optimization, and interference management. KSMS enables operators to monitor multiple FieldFox analyzers, capture time-variant signals, report frequency band utilization, and locate sources of unknown emitters and interfering signals. 30-day trial and commercial licenses available.