Noise And Noise Figure: Improving And Simplifying Measurements

As noise and noise figure measurements have become increasingly complex, signal analyzers have evolved to support easy-to-use measurement applications that help reduce complexity while instilling confidence that the results are accurate. This application note presents a number of ideas to help improve noise figure and noise figure measurements using a compact system based on a Keysight X-Series signal analyzer, an internal or external preamplifier, and an external noise source. Download the full paper for more information.