# Agilent 8563E 30 Hz to 26.5 GHz Portable Spectrum Analyzer (Pre-Owned) # Agilent 8563E 30 Hz to 26.5 GHz Portable Spectrum Analyzer (Pre-Owned) ## Key Features At A Glance - Frequency coverage from 30 Hz to 50 GHz across the six-model family, with external mixing extending to 325 GHz - Displayed average noise level to -151 dBm (10 MHz to 2.9 GHz, 1 Hz RBW) for sensitive low-level signal measurement - Resolution bandwidth from 1 Hz to 2 MHz in a 1, 3, 10 sequence for fine frequency resolution - Time-gated spectrum analysis with edge and level mode gating for pulsed and burst signal characterization - GPIB (IEEE-488) standard with SCPI command support for automated test system integration - Frequency counter marker accuracy to 1 Hz resolution with selectable counter resolution from 1 Hz to 1 MHz - Maximum safe input of +30 dBm continuous average power with input attenuator engaged - Portable form factor at approximately 20-21 kg with rugged MIL-T-28800 environmental compliance The Agilent 8560 E-Series is a family of six portable spectrum analyzers spanning frequency coverage from 30 Hz through 50 GHz across the model lineup. The 8560E covers 30 Hz to 2.9 GHz, the 8561E to 6.5 GHz, the 8562E to 13.2 GHz, the 8563E to 26.5 GHz, the 8564E to 40 GHz, and the 8565E to 50 GHz. All models in the family extend to 325 GHz through external mixing, and all share a common operator interface, GPIB control architecture, and core measurement capabilities. A spectrum analyzer displays signal energy distributed across a range of frequencies — the frequency-domain view of an electrical signal. Engineers use these instruments to identify what signals are present in a circuit or over the air, at what frequencies, and at what power levels. The 8560 E-Series instruments are designed for RF and microwave measurement applications where portability, broad frequency coverage, and accurate amplitude measurement are required, including signal identification, transmitter verification, harmonic and intermodulation distortion measurement, and time-gated analysis of pulsed signals. ValueTronics International has specialized in test and measurement equipment since 1992, and we maintain one of the deepest used inventories of Agilent 8560 E-Series instruments in the industry. All used 8560E, 8561E, 8562E, 8563E, 8564E, and 8565E units flow through our 20,000 sq ft secure warehouse at 1675 Cambridge Drive in Elgin, Illinois, where our technicians perform incoming inspection and functional verification before any unit ships. We are not a drop-shipper or pass-through broker — every instrument we sell has been physically handled, tested, and graded by our staff. For instruments of this generation and complexity, that hands-on verification is the difference between buying a known-condition analyzer and accepting whatever arrives in the box. ## Brand Heritage The 8560 E-Series was originally developed and manufactured by Hewlett-Packard, with the product line transferring to Agilent Technologies when HP spun off its test and measurement business in 1999. Agilent later spun off its electronic measurement business as Keysight Technologies in 2014. Instruments bearing the Agilent brand were manufactured during the 1999 to 2014 window; identical or near-identical units from earlier production carry the HP brand. ## Compare Other Models in This Series The Agilent 8560 E-Series comprises six portable spectrum analyzers that share a common operator interface, GPIB control architecture, and core measurement capabilities. The models differ primarily in upper frequency coverage, with each successive model in the series extending the maximum measurable frequency. All six models share the 30 Hz lower frequency limit (Option 006 required for operation below 9 kHz on the 8563E, 8564E, and 8565E), and all extend to 325 GHz through external mixing. Within the family, the lower-frequency models (8560E, 8561E, 8562E) carry Type N female RF input connectors, while the higher-frequency models transition to APC 3.5 mm (8563E with Option 026) and APC 2.4 mm (8564E, 8565E) precision connectors appropriate to their frequency coverage. The 8564E and 8565E also carry slightly higher power dissipation (260 W versus 180 W) and are nominally 1 kg heavier than the lower-frequency siblings. Each pre-owned model in the 8560 E-Series family is listed as its own product page with condition-matched pricing. The model number determines the upper frequency limit and connector type; condition grade reflects the physical and functional state of the specific unit you are evaluating. Click through to the individual model page to review the specifications, the available units, and the configuration options for that model. The primary differentiator across the 8560 E-Series is upper frequency coverage. The 8560E reaches 2.9 GHz and is the only model in the family that supports the Option 002 internal tracking generator. The 8561E extends coverage to 6.5 GHz. The 8562E covers to 13.2 GHz, the 8563E to 26.5 GHz, the 8564E to 40 GHz, and the 8565E to 50 GHz. Secondary differences include displayed average noise level, which varies by model and frequency band, and dynamic range, which also varies by band. The 8562E and 8563E achieve the best DANL in the 10 MHz to 2.9 GHz range at -151 dBm. The 8564E and 8565E share identical specifications below 26.8 GHz and differ only in the upper frequency coverage of the 8565E. Refer to the comparison table for the specific specifications that vary across the family. Model Frequency Range (Internal) Frequency Range (External) DANL (10 MHz to 2.9 GHz) **8563E** 30 Hz to 26.5 GHz 18 GHz to 325 GHz ≤-151 dBm 8560E 30 Hz to 2.9 GHz — ≤-149 dBm 8561E 30 Hz to 6.5 GHz 18 GHz to 325 GHz ≤-145 dBm 8562E 30 Hz to 13.2 GHz 18 GHz to 325 GHz ≤-151 dBm Additional differences in specifications beyond the few shown above are not listed here — see each model's full specifications below. ## Product Core & Specifications Specification Value Frequency External mixing range (all models) 18 GHz to 325 GHz Frequency span range 0, 100 Hz to full span (100 Hz x N when using external mixers) Frequency span accuracy (Span >2 MHz x N) ±5% Frequency span accuracy (Span ≤2 MHz x N) ±1% Counter resolution Selectable from 1 Hz to 1 MHz Marker count accuracy at 1 GHz (5 min warm-up) ±225 Hz Marker count accuracy at 1 GHz (15 min warm-up) ±135 Hz Sweep Time Range (Span = 0 Hz) 50 µs to 6000 s Range (Span ±100 Hz, RBW ≥300 Hz) 50 ms to 2000 s Range (Span ±100 Hz, RBW ≤100 Hz) 50 ms to 100 ks Accuracy (sweep time ≥30 ms) ±1% (digitized trace data) Sweep trigger Delayed, free run, single, line, video, external Resolution Bandwidth Range (−3 dB) 1 Hz to 1 MHz in a 1, 3, 10 sequence and 2 MHz (3 MHz at −6 dB) Accuracy (1 Hz to 300 kHz) ±10% Accuracy (1 MHz) ±25% Accuracy (2 MHz) +50%, −25% Selectivity (RBW ≥300 Hz) <15:1 Selectivity (RBW ≤100 Hz) <5:1 Video bandwidth range 1 Hz to 3 MHz in a 1, 3, 10 sequence Amplitude Range Displayed average noise level to +30 dBm Maximum safe input level (average continuous power, input attn ≥10 dB) +30 dBm (1 W) Maximum safe input level (peak pulse power, ≤10 µs pulse width, <1% duty cycle, input attn ≥30 dB) +50 dBm (100 W) Maximum DC input voltage (DC coupled) ±0.2 Vdc Maximum DC input voltage (AC coupled) ±50 Vdc Reference level range (Log, 30 Hz to 31.15 GHz) −120 to +30 dBm Reference level range (Log, 31.15 GHz to 50 GHz) −115 to +30 dBm Calibrator output 300 MHz at −10 dBm ±0.3 dB IF gain uncertainty ±1 dB RBW switching uncertainty ±0.5 dB (relative to 300 kHz RBW) Display Viewing area Approximately 7 cm (V) x 9 cm (H) Scale calibration 10 x 10 divisions Log scale 10, 5, 2, 1 dB per division Linear scale 10% of reference level per division Demodulation Modulation type AM and FM Audio output Speaker and phone jack with volume control Marker pause time 100 ms to 60 s (nominal) Inputs / Outputs RF input connector (8560E/8561E/8562E/8563E) Type N female, 50 Ω RF input connector (8564E/8565E) APC 2.4 mm male, 50 Ω IF input SMA female, 50 Ω; 310.7 MHz First LO output SMA female, 50 Ω; 3.000 to 6.8107 GHz; +16.5 dBm ±2.0 dB Cal output BNC female, 50 Ω Probe power +15 Vdc, −12.6 Vdc, and Gnd (150 mA max each) 10 MHz REF In/Out Shared BNC female, 50 Ω Video output BNC, 50 Ω; 0 to +1 V full scale GPIB IEEE-488 bus connector Environmental Warm-up time 5 minutes in ambient conditions Operating temperature −10 °C to +55 °C Non-operating temperature −51 °C to +71 °C Humidity 95% @ 40 °C for 5 days Altitude (operating) 15,000 ft. Altitude (non-operating) 50,000 ft. Pulse shock (half sine) 30 g for 11 ms duration Power requirements (115 VAC) 90 to 140 V rms, 3.2 A rms max, 47 to 440 Hz Power requirements (230 VAC) 180 to 250 V rms, 1.8 A rms max, 47 to 66 Hz Maximum power dissipation (8560E/8561E/8562E/8563E) 180 W Maximum power dissipation (8564E/8565E) 260 W Audible noise (nominal) <5.0 Bels at room temperature (ISO DP7779) Dimensions (w/o handle, cover) 337 mm W x 187 mm H x 461 mm D EMC Compliant with CISPR Pub. 11 (1990); meets Mil-STD-461C, part 2, with certain exceptions Standard Per MIL-T-28800, type III, class 3, style C **Important:** Maximum safe input is +30 dBm continuous average power with input attenuation of 10 dB or greater. Peak pulse power is rated at +50 dBm with input attenuation of 30 dB or greater, pulse width ≤10 µs, and duty cycle <1%. Maximum DC input voltage is ±0.2 Vdc when DC coupled and ±50 Vdc when AC coupled.**Important:** 8563E, 8564E, and 8565E require Option 006 for operation below 9 kHz.**Important:** For the 8560E, 8561E, and 8562E, minimum frequency in AC coupled mode is 100 kHz; in DC coupled mode, minimum frequency is 30 Hz.**Important:** Option 002 (built-in tracking generator, 8560E only) deletes millimeter external mixer capability — the Second IF input is deleted when this option is installed.**Important:** Option 002 tracking generator is not usable with resolution bandwidths ≤100 Hz.Recommended pairing: when scalar network analysis of RF components is required, the 8560E with Option 002 provides an integrated tracking generator covering 300 kHz to 2.9 GHz. For frequency coverage above 2.9 GHz, external signal generators are needed to complete the stimulus-response setup. ## About this used unit - Warranty included - Functional verification included - Standard Calibration Upgrade Options: No Calibration Required, NIST Traceable, Z540.1 or ISO 17025 with Data, Z540.3 Guardbanding with Data. - Note that unnecessary accessories may not be included (contact Test Architect to confirm). **Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. Feedback on this webpage is always welcome — please reach out to your Test Architect at any time for questions or concerns. Thank you, we truly appreciate you being our customer.** ## Details - **Price:** 4295.0 USD - 5690.0 USD - **Vendor:** Agilent - **Type:** Spec An - **Tags:** Agilent, Agilent Keysight, Analyzers, Manufacturers, product_manual_group_1, Product_used, Spectrum, Updated Item Review ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | None | 4295.00 USD | In stock | | NIST Traceable | 5135.00 USD | In stock | | NIST Traceable with Full Data | 5345.00 USD | In stock | | ISO IEC 17025 Accredited | 5690.00 USD | In stock | ## Images - Agilent 8563E 30 Hz to 26.5 GHz Portable Spectrum Analyzer (Pre-Owned) --- > Source: [ValueTronics](https://valuetronics.com/products/8563e-agilent-spectrum-analyzer-used) > Updated: 2026-05-30