Impedance Measurement Handbook

Learn the basics of impedance measurements using Keysight LCR meters, impedance analyzers, and network analyzers. Explore impedance measurement techniques and tools.

Understanding the Fundamental Principles of Vector Network Analysis

Review the fundamental principles of vector network analysis and its use, including scattering parameters (S-parameters) and RF transmission line measurements.

RF Design Course – Software Learning Kit

A collection of step-by-step examples on using Advanced Design System (ADS) software for an introductory microwave and RF design course.

8 Virtual Signal Generators on the M9484C

This application note highlights the eight virtual signal generators on the M9484C VXG. It expounds on the ability of the M9484C to emulate eight signals simultaneously in real-time with one RF output. It describes the advanced technology used, the theory of operation, and various customer insights and applications.

Spectrum Analysis Basics

Application Note 150 teaches the fundamentals of spectrum analyzers and spectrum analysis basics including the latest advances in spectrum analyzer capabilities.

Specifying Calibration Standards and Kits for Keysight Vector Network Analyzers

This application note covers calibration standard definitions, calibration kit content, and the structure requirements for Keysight's vector network analyzers.

Advanced Design System (ADS) Circuit Design Cookbook 2.0

The ADS Circuit Design Cookbook provides getting started details of ADS software. The ADS circuit cookbook organizes the design work in the form of workspaces.

Time Domain Analysis Using a Network Analyzer

Time domain analysis is useful for impedance measurement and for evaluating a device problem. Learn how to apply the time domain display with network analyzers.

Practical Modeling of 3D Interconnects with Hatched Ground Planes in Silicon Interposer Bridges, and Flex PCBs

Learn how mixed-domain electromagnetic modeling accurately analyzes hatched ground planes in silicon interposers, bridges, and flex PCBs, improving simulation efficiency while maintaining correlation with measured high-speed interconnect performance.

Oscilloscope Fundamentals

Acquire skills in the art of oscilloscope basics and their practical applications. Learn the essentials of using oscilloscopes for precise signal analysis and testing.

Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Noise Figure Measurements

Explore information on RF and Microwave noise figure measurements, starting from the concept of noise figure and noise temperature, describing the noise characteristics of two-ports networks, and highlighting the different methods used to measure noise figure, such as Y-Factor and the Direct Noise measurement method.

Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements (Part 1)

Part 1 of fundamental power measurements covers understanding the basis for power measurements, sensor technologies and power meter theory.

The Parametric Measurement Handbook - Edition 5

The 5th edition of Keysight’s Parametric Measurement Handbook is a complete parametric measurement reference, with information helpful for both novice and advanced users.

De-Embedding and Embedding S-Parameter Networks Using a Vector Network Analyzer

Explore the techniques of de-embedding and embedding S-parameter networks with a DUT. The error coefficients can be modified using the error-correcting algorithms of the VNA.

Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements (Part 3)

Part 3 of “Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements” is a comprehensive overview of the contributing factors to power measurement uncertainty.

Noise Figure Measurement Accuracy: The Y-Factor Method

This app note discusses the fundamentals of noise figure measurement using Y-factor method and how to avoid noise figure mistakes.

Basics of Measuring the Dielectric Properties of Materials

The dielectric properties covered in this app note are permittivity and permeability. Read more about the fundamentals of dielectric property measurements.

Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements (Part 2)

Part 2 in the fundamentals of RF and microwave power measurement series. We explain the sensor technologies needed for unknown modulations and signals under test.

Applying Error Correction to Vector Network Analyzer Measurements

Network analyzer error correction is a more thorough method of removing systematic errors. Learn more about vector network analyzer calibration techniques.

Signal Analysis Measurement Fundamentals

Learn measurement fundamentals to optimize your signal analysis for greater insights.