Keysight launches MMWave new products: signal generator, signal analyzer, and network analyzer
Collaborating with Samsung and KT to shorten millimeter wave test period

Keysight Technologies announced new millimeter wave products for 5G, aerospace and defense broadband applications on the 20th (Thursday).

Keysight CEO Yoon Deok-gwon delivered welcoming remarks stating, "We are striving to provide cost-saving effects that deliver high returns on investment for innovative electronic products," and added, "Since 5G is a keyword receiving attention in Korea, we are collaborating with KT to shorten the test period for pre-5G technology to be showcased in PyeongChang."

The three new products for signal generation, analysis, and network-level analysis are: △PXLe Microwave Signal Generator M9383A △Mid-range Signal Analyzer N9020B with enhanced frequency options up to 50GHz △Broadband Millimeter Wave Network Analyzer PNA-B supporting up to 120GHz.

Signal Generator M9383A is a modular equipment without touch panel and screen. The advantage of modular equipment is that slots can be added as needed depending on the application—whether analog stage, vector stage, or improved phase noise performance. The maximum frequency is 44GHz, and modulation bandwidth of 1GHz is provided.

Kim Jun-hwan, Section Chief of Asia Marketing, stated, "When the 28GHz frequency, currently under research for Pre-5G, was set with M9383A, the error vector magnitude (EVM) was in the 1% range, generating accurate signals."

Regarding the broadband millimeter wave network analyzer PNA-B, he stated, "It supports frequencies from 900Hz, the world's lowest frequency band, up to a maximum of 120GHz." Compared to the existing model PNA-X, distinguishing features include, "The test controller is now manufactured in-house by Keysight rather than OEM suppliers, resulting in a smaller footprint, improved amplitude stability (0.015dB), phase accuracy, and reduced noise floor." Additionally, the platform has enhanced compatibility through extended software rather than a proprietary format.

The demonstration showcased the Network Analyzer PNA-B capable of simultaneous measurements from 900Hz to 120GHz and the Signal Analyzer N9020B with zoom-in-out and multi-touch capabilities allowing all functions to be completed in just 3 touches.

Keysight launched a 110GHz signal analyzer in October last year suitable for high-performance applications such as automotive. Additionally, in January of this year, Keysight integrated with Ixia, demonstrating its commitment to strengthening the network testing field.

In response to questions about 5G standardization, CEO Yoon Deok-gwon stated, "International developments are progressing faster than expected. The United States has been approved and is operating at 28GHz. Since 39GHz has no technical difference, it appears the international standard will likely settle on pre-5G as is."