The NSI 85301C System
The NSI 85301C Antenna Measurement System provides the instrumentation
for automated antenna pattern or radar cross-section measurements. It
operates from 1 to 26.5 GHz with the Agilent 8511A harmonic sampler-based
frequency converter. An optional capability extends the frequency range
to 50 GHz by substituting an Agilent 8511B. The lower frequency
limit of 1 GHz is limited by the Agilent 87300C coupler, otherwise, the
system could operate to a lower limit of 45 MHz. This system provides
an economical solution while maintaining superb performance for indoor
ranges. The NSI 85301C system includes the Agilent 8511A, Agilent 8530A
receiver, Agilent 83631A RF source, GPIB extenders, system cabling and
a system rack.
System Description
The NSI 85301C antenna & RCS measurement system provides the instrumentation
for automated near-field, far-field or radar cross-section measurements.
It uses the Agilent 8511A harmonic sampler-based frequency converter, which
operates from 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz. The 8511B is available as an option
to extend operation to 50 GHz. The Agilent 87300C coupler limits the 85301C
lower frequency of operation to 1 GHz. Options are also available for remote
source operation, AUT and probe PIN switches. The NSI 85301C is compatible
with NSI antenna measurement software.
Key Specifications:
| Frequency Range: |
1 GHz to 26.5 GHz |
| Sensitivity: |
-98 dBm, S/N=1,0 averages |
| Dynamic Range: |
88 dB, 0 averages |
| Channel Isolation: |
80 dB, reference to test |
NSI also supports
other frequency ranges
and capabilities. Contact NSI Sales Dept. for a complete quotation.
NSI 85301C
NSI 85301C System Deliverables
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Agilent 8530A microwave receiver (1)
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Agilent 83631B microwave synthesizer, 45 MHz to 26.5 GHz (1)
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Agilent 8511A frequency converter (1)
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GPIB extenders (2)
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RF cables, 7m (2)
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Control cables, 7m
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System rack (1)
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System manual (1)
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Equipment manual (1 set per unit)
NSI 85301C
NSI 85301C Options
| Option |
Description |
| 001 |
Extend frequency range to 50 GHz |
| 010 |
Add time domain capability to Agilent 8530A |
| 011 |
Add Agilent 8510C firmware operating system to Agilent
8530A |
| 016 |
Add Agilent 85331A SP2T 40 GHz PIN Switch |
| 017 |
Add Agilent 85332A SP4T 40 GHz PIN Switch |
| 018 |
Add Agilent 85332A H08 SP8T 40 GHz PIN Switch |
| 019 |
Add Agilent 85383A SCU local control cable |
| 020 |
Add Agilent 85384A PIN switch control cable |
| 021 |
Add Agilent 83050A Amplifier, 2-50 GHz |
| 916 |
Extra set of manuals |
NSI 85301C
NSI 85301C Specifications
| Parameter |
1-8 |
8-20 |
20-26.5 |
26.5-40 |
40-50 |
| Agilent 83631B power (dBm) |
+10 |
+10 |
+3 |
|
|
| Agilent 83651B power (dBm) |
+10 |
+10 |
+4 |
+3 |
0 |
| Frequency converter |
8511A/B |
8511A/B |
8511A/B |
8511B |
8511B |
| Sensitivity (dBm, 0 avgs), 8511A [8511B] |
-98 |
-98 |
-94[-89] |
[-89] |
[-87] |
| Sensitivity (dBm, 128 avgs), 8511A [8511B] |
-119 |
-119 |
-115[-110] |
[-110] |
[-108] |
| Dynamic range (dB, 0 avgs), 8511A [8511B] |
88 |
88 |
79[74] |
[74] |
[68] |
| Compression lvl (dBm @ 0.1 dB) |
-10 |
-10 |
-15 |
-15 |
-19 |
| Channel isolation (dB, ref to test), 8511A
[8511B] |
80[85] |
80[85] |
80[75] |
[75] |
[70] |
| Return loss (dB, RF input) |
17 |
15 |
9 |
9 |
7 |
| Minimum phase-lock power (dBm), 8511A [8511B] |
-40[-41] |
-38[-39] |
-35[-32] |
[-32] |
[-30] |
NSI 85301C
Facility Requirements
The following tables provide information on size, weight, power, and
air conditioning requirements for commonly used NSI and Agilent products
to aid in preparing your site for an RF Subsystem. Items shown are for
planning purposes only, your system configuration may vary. Make sure your
installation meets local building, electrical and fire codes, as well as
any insurance regulations.
Size and Weight
| Item |
Model No |
Wt (lbs) |
Size H x W x D (in) |
| Instrument rack |
E3661A |
250 |
63.8" x 23.6" x 35.6" |
| Microwave receiver |
Agilent 8530A |
114 |
17.5" x 17" x 20" |
| Microwave synthesizer |
Agilent 83631B |
60 |
7" x 17" x 25.5" |
| LO/IF distribution unit |
Agilent 85309A |
32 |
5.3" x 17" x 24" |
| GPIB extender |
Agilent 37204A |
5 |
3.5" x 17" x 10" |
| Frequency converter |
Agilent 8511A/B |
32 |
5.3" x 17" x 20" |
| NSI switch control unit |
NSI-RF-5915 |
5 |
3.5" x 17" x 12" |
| NSI DSP interface unit |
NSI-OP-5906D |
5 |
3.5" x 17" x 12" |
| Measurement workstation |
NSI-PC-5500 |
25 |
6.25" x 17" x 19" |
| NSI 17" monitor |
|
30 |
16" x 16" x 18" |
| HP laserjet printer |
|
45 |
12" x 16" x 16" |
| NSI antenna range controller |
NSI-SC-5911A |
15 |
7" x 17" x 12" |
| NSI standard beam controller |
|
5 |
3.5" x 17" x 12" |
| NSI high speed beam controller |
NSI-RF-6002 |
5 |
3.5" x 17" x 12" |
| NSI Panther 6000 receiver |
NSI-RF-6001 |
5 |
1.75" x 17" x 13" |
NSI 85301C
Power and Cooling
Install adequate AC power at all necessary locations. All equipment
operates on 110 VAC, 60 Hz facility power, unless otherwise specified.
A 20A outlet is required for the equipment rack. Contact NSI for special
facility accommodations. Make sure enough outlets are provided at each
location, and that they can supply the required amount of current. Place
air conditioning equipment, compressors and large power converters on a
different AC circuit than that used for the RF subsystem equipment.
| Item |
Model No |
Amps |
VA rating |
Btu per hour |
| Instrument rack |
E3661A |
1.0 |
120 |
408 |
| Microwave receiver |
Agilent 8530A |
3.0 |
460 |
1564 |
| Microwave synthesizer |
Agilent 83631B |
3.3 |
400 |
1280 |
| LO/IF distribution unit |
Agilent 85309A |
1.0 |
120 |
408 |
| GP-IB extender |
Agilent 37204A |
0.5 |
60 |
192 |
| Frequency converter |
Agilent 8511A/B |
0.9 |
95 |
323 |
| NSI switch control unit |
NSI-RF-5915 |
0.5 |
60 |
192 |
| NSI DSP interface unit |
NSI-OP-5906D |
0.25 |
30 |
96 |
| Measurement workstation |
NSI-PC-5500 |
5.0 |
600 |
2040 |
| NSI 17" monitor |
|
2.0 |
220 |
748 |
| HP laserjet printer |
|
7.8 |
858 |
2917 |
| NSI antenna range controller |
NSI-SC-5911A |
3.0 |
330 |
1122 |
| NSI standard beam controller |
|
2.0 |
220 |
748 |
| NSI high speed beam controller |
NSI-RF-6002 |
3.0 |
330 |
1122 |
| NSI Panther 6000 receiver |
NSI-RF-6001 |
3.0 |
330 |
1122 |
NSI 85301C
Price & Delivery
| NSI 85301C Antenna Measurement System |
CALL |
| Delivery |
16 wks ARO |
Price & delivery shown are US dollars for standard NSI 85301C configuration.
NSI supports many system options and capabilities. Price & delivery
will vary depending on your requirements. Contact NSI Sales Dept. for a
complete quotation.
NSI 85301C
