[Test-Equipment] HP8901A modulation analyzer

[Robert Nickels]

Wonder if any fellow hams are using the 8901A to measure/monitor higher 
powered transmitters, and what techniques are recommended for reducing 
the power level.  The 8901A is spec'ed for 1 W (+30 dBm) input with 
overload protection to 35 watts, so 20 to 30 dBm of attenuation would be 
needed for typical amateur power levels.  A fixed attenuator should work 
fine for bench work but since the 8901A has automatic level adjustment, 
I wonder if a simple coupling loop would be sufficient for in-line 
monitoring (provided the level is < 1 watt).  Obviously power level 
measurement wouldn't be accurate without a calibrated attenuator.    
Thanks for any ideas, it looks like a nice piece of gear.

73, Bob W9RAN