I bought from Naptech a very clean HP8566B for $2200. I am very happy with it.
-----Original Message----- From: time-nuts-boun...@febo.com [mailto:time-nuts-boun...@febo.com]on Behalf Of John Miles Sent: Friday, October 30, 2009 11:06 PM To: Discussion of precise time and frequency measurement Subject: Re: [time-nuts] OT: Spectrum Analyzer At Microwave Update last week, Hangar 18 Surplus ( http://www.hangar18surplus.com ) had a really clean looking, late-production Tek 497P on their table for $2500. That would be a really good match for what you're asking for. I was surprised it didn't sell -- you might call them and see if they still have it. I don't think you'll miss the 141T if you get one of these. -- john, KE5FX > > I'm thinking of buying a spectrum analyzer and would like to know what > Time Nuts recommend. My requirements are fairly simple: > > 3GHz Max frequency or higher > Either GPIB or Ethernet interface for control and data capture > Not much larger than an average desktop computer. Portable is nice but > not necessary. > Preferably under $3000. > > I thought about building Scotty's Spectrum Analyzer or Poor Man's > Spectrum Analyzer, but decided I would rather buy one then build one. > > I have an HP 141T but I am looking for something more modern. One of my > uses will be looking at C and Ku band satellite signals (down converted > to 950-2050 MHz). I'll also be using it to look at various RF data > links from 433 MHz to 2.4 GHz. > > Thanks, > Brent > _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there. E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (6.0.0.386) Database version: 5.13600 http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor-antivirus/ E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (6.0.0.386) Database version: 5.13600 http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor-antivirus/ _______________________________________________ time-nuts mailing list -- time-nuts@febo.com To unsubscribe, go to https://www.febo.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/time-nuts and follow the instructions there.