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Noise Figure Measurement Accuracy - The Y-Factor Method - Application Note Noise figure is a key performance parameter in many RF systems. This application note covers many topics related to noise figure measurements including the Y-factor method. Application Note 2013-04-12	PDF 1.36 MB
Noise Figure Uncertainty Calculator The noise figure uncertainty calculator has been created to aid your design work, from components through to systems, helping you meet the continued demand for higher system performance. Analysis Tool 2012-10-18
10 Hints for Making Successful Noise Figure Measurements (AN 57-3) This document will help minimize the uncertainties in your noise figure measurements. Key topics include minimizing extraneous signals, mismatch uncertainties, nonlinearities, and path losses. Application Note 2011-12-21	PDF 2.03 MB Languages English \| 2011-12-21 \| PDF 2.03 MB 日本語 \| 2001-07-30 \| PDF 1.33 MB
Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Noise Figure (AN 57-1) This 32-page, black-and-white application note providesinformation on RF and Microwave noise figure measurementts. Topics include noise figure and temperature, noise characteristics of two-port networks, and the measurement of noise figure. Application Note 2010-08-05	PDF 864 KB Languages English \| 2010-08-05 \| PDF 864 KB 日本語 \| 2010-08-05 \| PDF 864 KB Pусский \| 2011-01-11 \| PDF 1010 KB
Using the Agilent N8975A Noise Figure Analyzer and the N2002A Noise Source Test Set, Product Note Application Note 2007-12-01	PDF 469 KB
Noise Figure Measurements of Frequency Converting Devices, AN 1487 "This application note provides details and examples about how the Agilent NFA Series noise figure analyzer (NFA) performs measurements in amplifier, downconverter and upconverter measurement mode". Application Note 2004-02-06	PDF 527 KB Languages English \| 2004-02-06 \| PDF 527 KB 日本語 \| 2004-04-23 \| PDF 881 KB
Non-Zero Noise Figure After Calibration (AN 1484) This Application Note attempts to explain the reasons behind the zero-error and shows with examples that it does not have a compromising effect on instrument accuracy in a measurement situation. Application Note 2004-01-20	PDF 95 KB
Insights into Proper Return Path Alignment Return path alignment, maintenance and management for Cable TV providers to deliver telephony and internet service to consumers. Application Note 2001-12-01
346A/B/C Noise Sources: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz The attached document provides technical data for the Agilent 346A, 346B, and 346C Noise Sources ranging from 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz. Application Note 2000-12-01	PDF 500 KB
NFA Series Noise Figure Analyzer, Programming Examples This Product Note contains programming examples of measurement scenarios written in pseudo code, to enable the automated control of the NFA Series Noise Figure Analyzers using SCPI standard commands. Application Note 2000-11-27	PDF 1.19 MB
Maximizing Accuracy in Noise Figure Measurements (PN 85719A-1) This Product Note discusses factors that affect accuracy with the 85719A Noise Figure Measurement System. Statistically generated curves of noise figure measurements uncertainly are also included. Application Note 2000-10-01	PDF 661 KB
Practical Noise-Figure Measurement and Analysis for Low-Noise Amplifier Designs (AN 1354) This Application Note is a timely and detailed examination of the process needed for making practical noise figure measurements of low-noise amplifiers which includes software modeling. Application Note 2000-09-01	PDF 1.65 MB
Spectrum Analysis Basics: From 1997 Back to Basics Seminar This paper covers everything from a definition of spectrum to the types of instruments used to make the measurements. Topics include resolution, amplitude measurements sensitivity, dynamic range, LO stability, and the use of spectrum analyzers.... Application Note 1997-04-01	PDF 3.16 MB
Spectrum Analysis: Noise Figure Measurement (AN 150-9) This Application Note is for information only. Agilent no longer sells or supports these products. Application Note 1976-04-01	PDF 263 KB
Noise Figure Primer (AN 57) This Application Note is for information only. Agilent no longer sells or supports these products. Application Note 1965-01-01	PDF 877 KB
Continuous Monitoring of Radar Noise Figures (AN 43) This Application Note is for information only. Agilent no longer sells or supports these products. Application Note 1964-12-01	PDF 900 KB