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7 Reasons to MIGRATE from the Agilent ESA-E Series
Spectrum Analyzers to the EXA X-Series Signal Analyzers
Table of Contents
Overview .................................................................................................... 2
1. Easier Migration with Backward Compatibilities ......................... 3
2. Flexibility and Speed.......................................................................... 5
3. Broader Range of Applications........................................................ 8
4. Wider Analysis Bandwidth up to 40 MHz ................................... 10
5. Improved Selectivity and Accuracy............................................... 11
6. Modern Connectivity and Advanced Usability ............................ 13
7. Lower Cost of Ownership ............................................................... 14
Ordering Information ............................................................................. 15
Literature and Web ................................................................................ 18
Overview
The ESA-E spectrum analyzers The Keysight Technologies, Inc. The purpose of this document is to
have been a familiar sight on X-Series signal analyzers have help ESA-E customers understand
many engineers' desks since their set a new industry standard for how the Keysight N9010A EXA signal
introduction in 1999. Over the signal analysis. The wide range of analyzer can improve their signal
years the flexibility of the ESA has measurement applications allow analysis environments. There are
seen it utilized in a wide range of the X-Series to provide essential many different concerns that need
applications from aerospace and standards-based modulation analysis to be considered when migrating
defense to wireless communications and spectrum measurements as well instruments and this document is
and many general purpose as simplified complex measurements intended to address these concerns
applications. The ESA meets the such as noise figure or phase noise. and allow the correct decision to be
needs of many R&D engineers as made.
well as being an integral part of
manufacturing lines.
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1. Easier Migration with Backward Compatibilities
When replacing an instrument Comparison of frequency coverage
there are many factors to consider,
including programming compatibility, With the exception of the 26.5 GHz model, the equivalent EXA model provides
physical parameters, and whether a higher maximum frequency, while all models offer a lower start frequency of
or not the new product meets the 10 Hz, as compared to the ESA. In addition, the EXA offers two additional milli-
technical requirements of today and meter wave models with optional external mixing capability to measure signals
tomorrow. up to 1.1 THz.
Programming compatibility Table 1. Comparison of RF/microwave frequency coverage
ESA model number ESA frequency Equivalent EXA Equivalent EXA
If the existing instrument is being
model frequency
used in an automated environment,
it is important that the transition to E4402B 9 kHz to 3.0 GHz N9010A-503 10 Hz to 3.6 GHz
the new instrument be as simple as E4404B 9 kHz to 6.7 GHz N9010A-507 10 Hz to 7.0 GHz
possible. The instrument can be in a E4405B 9 kHz to 13.2 GHz N9010A-513 10 Hz to 13.6 GHz
test system or on a test bench and E4407B 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz N9010A-526 10 Hz to 26.5 GHz
programmed through MATLAB or
No equivalent model N9010A-532 10 Hz to 32.0 GHz
Keysight VEE.
No equivalent model N9010A-544 10 Hz to 44.0 GHz
The ESA-E and the replacement EXA
both use SCPI commands (standard Feature comparison
commands for programming
instruments, part of the IEEE-488-2 The EXA provides many standard features that are currently offered as options
standard). This results in the on the ESA-E. This increases the value provided, simplifies ordering, and
EXA providing the highest level promotes flexibility for future applications and requirements.
of compatibility with the ESA-E
spectrum analyzers.
Table 2. EXA to ESA-E feature comparison
Along with the new, improved Options ESA-E Series EXA
features of the EXA signal analyzer, signal analyzer
a complete programming guide 25 MHz bandwidth (standard) NA Option B25
is available to complement the 40 MHz bandwidth (optional) NA Option B40
embedded help files. Example
High performance dual core processor, 8 GB NA Option PC4
programs are also provided for use in
RAM, with removable solid state drive.
various programming environments.
Keysight also provides a single Narrow RBW 1DR Standard
IVI-Com/IVI-C/MATLAB driver that Web remote control 230 Standard;
covers the EXA, as well as other B70 Remote desktop
X-Series products such as the PXA, & embedded web
MXA and CXA signal analyzers. server
Time gating 1D6 Standard
Fast zero sweep AYX Standard
RF comms hardware/fast ADB B7D, B7E Standard
ACPR DR extension 120 Standard
Markers 4 12
Traces 3 6
Connectivity GPIB, 3.5" floppy, 7 USB ports,
RS-232, Parallel 1000Based-T LAN,
GPIB
Low frequency extension UKB Standard
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One example of the added value
provided by the standard features on Figure 3. The EXA
the EXA is the markers. The ESA-E provides up to 12
allows 4 markers to be selected but markers that are
the EXA provides more flexibility fully configurable.
with up to 12 markers and their
delta pairs for up to 24 markers on
screen. These markers can be easily
kept track of with the marker table as
shown in Figure 3. To easily compare
features and options on both the
ESA-E and EXA, please refer to Agilent
ESA-E Series Spectrum Analyzer
Configuration Guide, literature number
5989-9953EN.
Table 3. Comparisons of dimensions and weight between ESA-E and EXA
ESA-E EXA Physical dimensions and
Dimensions 416 mm x 222 mm x 409 mm 426 mm x 177 mm x 368 mm weight comparison
(W x H x D) Parameters such as the physical
Dimension in rack 1 full 5-U in by 19 inch chassis 1 full 4-U in 19 inch chassis dimensions and weight can be
Weight 17.1 kg (37.7 lb) 16 kg (35 lb) important considerations for bench
Power consumption < 300 Watts < 350 Watts
use as well as for operation within
a rack mounted cabinet. The EXA
The EXA is type tested in accordance with the Keysight Environmental Test requires less space in a rack, 1 full
Manual and verified to be robust against the environmental stresses of storage, 4-U 19 inch chassis, compared to the
transportation and end use. These stresses include but are not limited to 5-U required for the ESA.
temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, altitude and power line conditions. Test
Methods are aligned with IEC 60068-2 and levels are similar to the ESA tests The standard EXA is provided in a
that adhere to MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3. bench top configuration and provides
two side carrying straps as well as
Table 4. EXA Environmental Tests four bottom feet with a tilt stand. For
applications requiring more rugged
Environmental conditions MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 Keysight X-Series
packaging, the option for portable
Temperature, non-operating