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1. Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION INTENSITY KEY MENU ANALYZER KEYGROUP _ TRAGE HOLD ENHANCEMENT p AVERAGING SMOOTHING SMOOTHING O CHANNEL 1 O MODE pene r Inde pendent as set by menu O CHANNEL 2O See SYSTEM MENU key SI Ee menus Figure 3 20 If Channel 2 previously selected AVERAGING SMOOTHING SMOOTHING CHANNEL 1 AU CIE CH1 CH2 CHANNEL 1 OFF 2 SWEEPS 3 MAX 2 MAX 2 SWEEP 4 SWEEPS B B 4 SWEEPS 8 SWEEPS 2 2 8 SWEEPS 16 SWEEPS min 2 1 MIN INTENSITY KEY SEE 32 SWEEPS USE KNOB OR Y T28 SWEEPS 128 SWEEPS SET LEVEL OFF SMOOTHING 256 SWEEPS 256 SWEEPS CHANNEL 2 AVERAGING SET CHAN 2 R INTENSITY CHANNEL 2 p SET CHAN 2 INDEPENDENT USE 5 _ MAX Use MENU key to select MONITOR CHANNELS trace display or graticule RATICULE ORF gt A COUPLE KEYPAD TO intensity adjustment STEM 2 SWEEPS N CHANNELS use ruen SET LEVEL mar 4 SWEEPS A PRESS SELECT A NI 8 SWEEPS USE y THEN USE S THEN um 16 SWEEPS PRES sae eet PRESS SELECT then press SELECT When 5 32 SWEEPS this portion displayed 4 64 SWEEPS SET CHAN 1 use knob or keypad to set 3 128 SWEEPS intensity to desired level 2 256 SWEEPS NOTES USE 119 MIN KEYPAD TO SET eran A To turn off Averaging from this menu press AVERAGING key SET LEVEL USE KNOB OR COUPLE KEYPAD ENTRY CHANNELS To turn off Smoothing from this menu press SMOOTHING key USE 4 THEN A h A Turns off Averaging for indicated channel then ex
2. 100 MHz Sweep Width Frequency Error MHz Frequency Error MHz lt 40 MHz Sweep Width 50 75 100 50 75 100 Percentage of Sweep Stop Percentage of Sweep Stop 1 10 54XXA OM SYSTEM RF COMPONENTS I GENERAL INFORMATION 1 1 SYSTEM RF COMPONENTS 1 1 1 SWR Autotesters WILTRON SWR Autotesters integrate in one small pad age a broadband high directivity bridge a detectar a low reflection test port connector a reference termination and a connecting cable The output of the SWR Autotester is a detected signal varying in proportion to reflections from the test device connected to the test port Optional extender cables can be used with these units without degradation in performance The precautions for using these component are described in paragraph 1 10 a 5400 Series Autotesters Specifications The SWR autotesters in this series operate from 1 0 MHz to 3 0 MHz Table 1 6 Accuracy See accuracy chart on page 1 8 Maximum Input Power 500 mW Cable Length 122 cm 4 ft Insertion Loss 7 0 dB nominal from input port to test port Weight 5400 6B75 200g 7 oz 5400 6N XX Series 255g 9 oz b 560 Series Autotesters Specifications The SWR autotesters in this series operate from 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz Table 1 7 The performance veri fication procedures for these SWR Autotesters are contained in the Series 560 Autotesters Operation
3. 5430A 5437A 5447A 12 4000 13 0000 13 5000 14 0000 14 5000 15 0000 15 5000 16 0000 16 5000 17 0000 17 5000 18 0000 18 5000 19 0000 19 5000 20 0000 Specification for all frequencies listed above is 200 kHz All frequencies are in GHz 54XXA OM 5 5 CW FREQUENCY ACCURACY TEST V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES Table 5 1 CW Frequency Accuracy Chart T est Record Sheet 2 of 2 Model 54 A Serial No 17 0000 22 0000 17 5000 22 5000 18 0000 23 0000 18 5000 23 5000 19 0000 24 0000 19 5000 24 5000 20 0000 25 0000 20 5000 25 5000 21 0000 26 0000 21 5000 26 5000 Specification for all frequencies listed above is 200 kHz All frequencies are in GHz 5407A 5409A 5411A 1 00 1 00 1 00 250 00 250 00 250 00 500 00 500 00 500 00 750 00 750 00 750 00 1000 00 1000 00 1000 00 1250 00 1250 00 1500 00 1500 00 1750 00 1750 00 2000 00 2000 00 2250 00 2500 00 2750 00 3000 00 Specification for all frequencies listed above is 100 kHz All frequencies are in MHz 5 6 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES OUTPUT POWER ACCURACY FLATNESS TEST 5 6 OUTPUT POWER ACCURACY FLATNESS TEST This test verifies that the output power produced by the 54XXA RF source is within specified limits throughout the frequency range of the
4. 2 00 dBm 2 00 dBm 20 00 dBm 10 00 dBm Input B Measurement Measurement Power Meter 54XXA Cursor 54XXA Signal Power Power without Reading dBm Reading Channel Error Int Step Atten 2 00 dBm 2 00 dBm 20 00 dBm 10 00 dBm Input R Measurement Measurement Power Meter 54XXA Cursor 54XXA Signal Power Power without Reading dBm Reading Channel Error Int Step Atten 2 00 dBm 2 00 dBm 20 00 dBm 10 00 dBm This test performed at 50 MHz for models 5407A 5409A 5411A 5417A and 5447A Allowable limits and measurement error sources are explained in text 5 16 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS channel inputs A B andR if present Record readings and results in Table 5 3d 5 7 4 Measurement Uncertainties In Mid Band Frequency RF Test Method Thesignal channel verification measurements using the mid band RF frequency test method para graph 5 7 3 contains inherent measurement uncer tainties These uncertainties are explained in the following paragraphs a Detector Source Match Interaction Uncer tainty The mismatch between the RF source and the RF detector contributes a possible error source known as source match uncertainty This uncertainty is dependent on the return loss of the detector the input source impedance and the power level meas Mismatch Uncertainty Typical 14 1 2 1 0 0
5. 3 10 3 AUTOSCALE Key Sets the screen display for the designated measure ment trace at optimum offset and resolution values for viewing the measured data 3 10 4 LIMITS Key and Menus Measurement limits are displayed as limit lines on the screen display Limit lines may be made up of either a single line or multiple lines complex Selection of complex limits allow up to ten different limit values limit line segments to be specified across the meas urement frequency span for upper and lower limits The LIMITS key displays a menu Figure 3 18 that enables disables testi ng to limits for the selected meas urement trace Selections from this menu display sub menus that further define the limit parameters 3 10 5 MENU Key and Menus Displays a menu Figure 3 18 that allows the type of measurement to be specified for the associated meas urement trace Submenus to this menu allow defini tion of input connector type of measurement display and display trace memory usage The TRACE MEMORY and TRACE MEMORY STORAGE submenus allow two sets of measurement trace data to be stored to active trace memory Figure 3 6 There is one memory for each display SCREEN DISPLAY CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 ANALYZER TRACE MEMORY MENU ACTIVE OPERATIONS TRACE MEMORY 1 ACTIVE TRACE MEMORY 2 SAVERECALL MENU OPERATIONS TRACE MEMORY STORAGE L3 ee Ca oca LOC 3 Volatile Memory Non Vola
6. Connect During Calibration xx DETECTED SIGNALS If Required test DUT is located remotely from the 54XXA system Using extender cables between the Autotester and or detector and the 54XXA it is possible to locate the DUT up to 200 feet from the 54XXA refer to Section Ratio mode can also be used to maintain system calibration when the RF OUTPUT level is changed during the test 4 4 4 Absolute Power Measurements The procedure for making absolute power measure ments is described in Table 4 6 page 4 14 A typical equipment setup for this measurement type is shown in the diagram included in the table 4 4 5 Other Measurement Procedures Additional information pertaining to 54XXA meas urement procedures are included in the three appli cation notes that are located behind the Supple ments Options tab at the rear of this manual e Application Note 5400A 1 Testing Microwave Amplifiers e Application Note 5400A 2 Testing Microwave Mixers e Application Note 5400A 3 Programming the 5400A System Using Microsoft QuickBASI C9 Microsoft QuickBASI C is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation OPEN WILTRON PRINTER RF DETECTOR Y B PRINTER SWITCH SETTINGS MODE SELECT sus s 12545678 Figure 4 1 Typical Equipment Setup for Transmission and Return Loss Measurements 4 4 54XXA OM IV MEASU
7. 20 dBm Frequency Range 0 05 to 26 5 GHz Power Range 30 to 20 dBm Power Range 70 to 20 dBm Atten 30 dB used with MA4702A 04A Anritsu Corp Model ML4803A Anritsu Corp Model MA4601A Anritsu Corp Model MA4603A with J0365 Conversion Connector Anritsu Corp Model MA4701A Anritsu Corp Model MA4702A Anritsu Corp Model MA4703A Anritsu Corp Model MA4704A Anritsu Corp Model MP47A Printer Parallel Interface operation WILTRON Model 2225C Ink Jet Printer or equivalent Spectrum Analyzer Frequency Range 0 01 to 26 5 GHz Power Range 10 dB to 60 dBm Anritsu Corp Model MS2802 Step Attenuator Attenuation Range 60 dB 10 dB step 0 000 to 18 0 GHz 0 000 to 26 5 GHz Hewlett Packard Model 8495B Hewlett Packard Model 8495D Voltage Standard 1 16 Range 1 462V to 1 313 mV Accuracy 0 002 of set value John Fluke Mfg Co Inc Model 335D 54XXA OM 54XXA OM 2 1 23 2 3 2 4 2 6 SECTION II INSTALLATION Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 22 sns 2 3 INITIAL INSPECTION uuo xen E Xe seek der ed ae 2 3 PREPARATION FORUSE rns 2 3 GPIB SETUP ANDINTERCONNECTION 2 3 Interface Connector 2 ee 2 3 Cable Length Restrictions 2 000000 22 eee 2 3 System GPIB Interconnection 0002004 s 2 4 GPIB Interface to an External Plotter 2 4 GPIB Addresses ca s s 0 mE REG REPRE 2 4
8. I GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Table 1 2 System Specifications 3 of 3 Plotter With GPIB option installed the 54XXA is com patible with HP Models 7440A 7470A and 7475A Plot ters Display traces markers cursor and graticule in formation are plotted When overlay traces are desired data traces only can be plotted Plot size can be de fined by user Internal Print Plot Buffers Formatting and output to print buffer requires approximately 2 3 seconds For matting and output to plot buffer requires approximately ten seconds 401 points Testing can be resumed while buffered data is being printed plotted GPIB Remote operation via the IEEE 488 interface is op tional for all models Option 3 All front panel controls except power on off are GPIB controllable with this option The GPIB interface is configurable for control of 54XXA or for control of GPIB plotter by 54XXA Data Transfer With GPIB option installed the 54XXA is capable of providing high speed transfer of test data and normalization data to and from an external com puter or other GPIB controller INPUT OUTPUT CONNECTIONS RF Output Connector Output of internal signal source All models have front panel type N female connector except 5436A which has type K female External Monitor Connects internal measurement display information to external VGA type monitor The color mode display is coordinate so that the color of each dat
9. RATIO MODE MEASUREMENTS IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES 4 12 Table 4 5 Ratio Mode Measurement Sheet 1 of 1 Setup and Calibration Connect test equipment per Figure 4 3 except do not connect the test device Turn the printer on Depress the 54XXA POWER pushbutton on Verify the 54XXA passes the Self Test satisfactorily Using the menus associated with the NETWORK ANALYZER MENU key select TRANSMISSION mode and RATIO A R for display channel 1 select RETURN LOSS and RATIO B R for display channel 2 Set the 54XXA signal source to the desired frequency range and power output level for the test For the example included in this table start frequency is 0 700 GHz stop frequency is 3 5 GHz depress OUTPUT POWER and set output level to 10 dBm Perform the calibration procedure as per Table 4 2 Transmission Loss Measurement Ratio Mode Press the Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key to off Press the Channel 1 AUTOSCALE key This gives an optimum vertical display of the test data Read the transmission loss ratio A R by using the cursor data readout function to obtain measurement data at frequencies of interest see Table 4 3 Step 7 An example of a ratio mode measurement display is shown in Figure 4 4 This figure shows both transmission loss Trace 1 and return loss Trace 2 If desired make a hard copy printout of the transmission loss data as described in Step 8 of Table 4 3 Return Loss Measurement Press the
10. off fi 9 00 dB B M2 13 8307 SHz 1 724 71 dB MB off off off off off 0 90 dB M3 M7 R 14 5721 GHz i 47 86 dB off off Bandwidth F min F max off 0 00 dB M4 M8 Figure 3 14 Example of Hard Copy Plot Print 14 5294 ls 49 20 off off 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION HARD COPY PRINTOUT EXAMPLES WILTRON 54300 Scalar Measurement System Identify DEMO Date 17 JUME 31 Tesi Device FILTER FREQUENCY 1 TRANSMISSION 2 0FF A 12 4900 GHz 5 75 dB 12 5040 GHz E 5 70 dB 12 6080 GHz 5 50 dB 12 7120 GHz 5 44 dB 12 8160 GHz 5 62 dB 12 8354 GHz 5 61 dB 12 9288 GHz 5 55 dB 13 0240 GHz 5 21 dB 12 1280 6Hz 4 87 dB 13 2320 GHz 4 62 dB 13 3360 GHz 1 65 dB 13 4480 GHz 3 25 dB 13 5440 GHz S 8 54 dB 13 6480 GHz 14 75 dB 13 7520 6Hz 20 93 dB 13 8307 GHz 24 71 d8 13 8550 GHz 725 73 dB 13 8600 GHz 29 06 dB 14 0649 6Hz 731 55 dB 14 1588 GHz 34 37 dB 14 2720 GHz 38 09 dB 14 3760 6H2 42 14 dB 14 4800 6Hz 45 56 dB 14 5721 GHz 47 85 dB 14 5840 GHz 48 15 dB 14 6304 GHz 49 14 dB 14 6889 GHz 50 31 dB 14 7153 GHz 50 85 dB 14 7928 GHz 52 64 dB 14 8960 GHz 753 93 dB 15 0000 GHz 755 05 dB Conditions Channel 1 Channel 2 i CH2 High Limit complex off Smoothing 1 off Lou Limit complex off Averaging 002 off Limit Testing
11. Figure 3 21 SAVE RECALL Key Menus and RETURN TO LOCAL Key Menus Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION CURSOR KEY GROUP MENUS 54XXA OM KEY GROUP CURSOR ON OFF y CURSOR 1 XX XXdB 2 XX XXdB XX XXXXGHz XX XXXXGHz PRESS SELECT FOR CURSOR MENU CHANNEL 1 lt J9 MOVE CURSOR ACTIVE MKR X XX dBr L m o Sp RELATIVE Amplitude readout at main cursor position for Trace 1 Amplitude readout at main cursor position for Trace 2 A Frequency at main cursor position A Frequency of alternate sweep at main cursor sation ZA y dB SEARCH N menu a cursor search function defined by the Setup CURSOR 1 XX XXdB 2 XX XXdB _ XX XXXXGHz XX XXXXGHz RELATIVE 1 XX XXdB Amplitude readout at active main cursor position for Trace 1 Amplitude readout at active main cursor position for Trace 2 A ___ Frequency readout at active main cursor position for Trace LA Frequency readout at active main cursor position for Trace 2 Amplitude difference between main and relative cursors for Trace 1 2 XX XXdB Amplitude difference between main and relative cursors for XX XXXXGHz OC XXXXGHz EXCHANGE REF CURSOR CURSOR MENU TO Moves the cursor to the maximum value of the measurement trace data MAXIMUM Moves the cursor to the minimum value of the mea
12. Leveled With Frequency Power R With Option 2A or Variation gt B a its 109 1 1 1 3 step Attenuator With Leveled Power lt 1 5 1 5 1 5 i a 1 5 1 5 With Leveled Power 70 dB step 1 5 1 5 1 5 lt 1 5 lt 2 0 lt 1 8 Attenuator 1 0 E 1 0 Harmonics lt 40 lt 40 lt 40 lt 50 50 50 50 50 60 Signal Pu rity Non Harmonics 60 lt 60 lt 60 60 lt 60 lt 60 lt 60 lt 60 lt 60 Residual F9 10 10 10 lt 7 lt 10 lt 10 lt 10 lt 30 lt 10 Frequency CW Mode 1009 100 1000 200 200 200 200 200 200 Accuracy Sweep Accuracy See Sweep Error Chart Below D At maximum specified output power with 560 Series or 5400 Series Measured in 30 Hz to 15 kHz post detection bandwidth SWR Autotester connected directly to the RF Output Connector 2 GHz 10 dB per step gt 2 GHz For Option 4 75Q output subtract 2 0 dB lt 35 dBc for Option 4 75Q output For Option 4 75Q output add 0 2 dB 200 kHz for frequencies below 10 MHz 100 kHz typical Frequency Error With Sweep Width in Swept Frequency Mode Models 5407A 5409A 5411A Models 5417A Through 5447A 2 0 2 0 1 8 1 8 1 6 1 6 14 1 GHz Sweep Width 14 GHz Sweep Width 1 2 1 0 0 8 0 6 MHz Sweep Width MHz Sweep W
13. Smoothing operation set by SMOOTHING key menus apply to both channels See Figure 3 24 Smoothing operation set by SMOOTHING key menus apply to Channel 1 and or Channel 2 independently See Figure 3 24 B When in SECURE MODE all source frequency information displayed below graticule is replaced with SECURE MODE ACTIVE All other frequency information displays cursor and menu displays for markers limits etc are removed Refer to text RESET SELECT RESTORE DEFAULT SET TO KEEP gt CAL DATA MARKERS MENU UP T DATA LIM USE THEN PRESSYSELECT TS SELE ROUTI SYSTEM APPLICATION TRACES AMPLIFIER TITLES COLOR USER SCALING AUTOZERO USE ALHEN PRESS SELECT CT NE Resets the 54XXA front panel control settings to factory selected values All previously saved data is erased unless specifically saved Allows previously saved data to be retained during system reset operation normally erased One two or all three types may be retained Not active for SECURE operating mode refer to text AMPLIFIER FUNCTION START POWER XX X MAX POWER XX X INCREASE POWER UNTIL LIMITS FAIL TITLE FUNCTIONS USER TITLES STND TITLES 7 ENTER TITLES GP MODEC WARN PLOTTE USE See note on Rear Panel SYSTEM 4 ugu PRESS SELECT IB HANGE ING R ONLY 3 27 3 2
14. form bandwidth measurements The search value absolute or relative must be specified in dB as part of the menu selection An example of this type of measurement is shown in Figure 3 11 2 Select Cursor menu options for BANDWIDTH type Search enter Search Value as indicated Two cursors will diverge to indicate bandwidth measurement Figure 3 11 dB Search Bandwidth Measurement 54XXA OM 3 15 HARD COPY KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION HARD COPY MENU START STOP PRINTER PLOTTER O _ _ Figure 3 12 HARD COPY Key Group 3 14 HARD COPY KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS The HARD COPY key group is shown in Figure 3 12 The main menus and submenus associated with these keys are described in Figure 3 23 behind Op erating Menus tab NOTE Before data can be sent to an external plotter the 54XXA GPIB interface must be set to the Plotter Mode see Fig ure 3 23 In this mode of operation only the 54XXA and plotter may be connected to the GPIB refer to Section II 3 14 1 MENU Key Displays one of two main menus that enable the user to select the type of hard copy output that is pro duced from the measurement data These menus configure the 54XXA to output data to either a printer or a plotter Figure 3 23 The printer output may be either a tabular printout of the measurement data a plot of the screen display or both Fig ures 3 14
15. igures measuremen Power measurement trace n for nt trace n for SWR nding Wave Ratio measurement trace n for Displays Calibration Data for measurement channel associated with measurement trace n CHANNEL n 2 NOTES A Corresponding Key functions for Channel 1 and Channel 2 are identical A Displays Selected Measurement Trace Channel 1 or 2 A Displays currently selected Input Connector A PASS FAIL mess age displayed here If fail frequency is also displayed A Ratio not used for Power measurements A Only displayed when Cursor is on A Or SWR value Displayed on righ t side of measurement screen A Alternate presentation gt and lt mark reference line position A These selections A All frequency info will not be presented for 54XXA s without Input R rmation displayed by these menus is in MHz for Models 5407 09 1 It is displayed in GHz for all other models A CHANNEL n 2 lt gt CHANNEL n USE y THEN SELECT INPUT gt Limits MENU LIMITS PRESS SELECT Connects signal from the input connector to the Starts the Calibration SINGLE LINE A IB NON RATIO measurement trace n Sequence see text LIMITS ON ME ON selection allows high limit line B Connects signal from the input B connector to the to be specified for measurement measurement trace n COMPLEX om OFF
16. 1 63dB S 12 2 18 76dB 3 0001 GHz PRESS SELECT FOR CURSOR MENU WIDTH 1 0000 GHz 1 1 63 dB 200 MHz DIV 2 18 76 dB LEVEL 7 0 dBm Network Analyzer Setup Parameters These two lines display the setup parameters for Channel 1 and Channel 2 if used Upper Limit Line Upper test limit line Menu se lectable as complex limit line up to 10 segments or simple straight line Reference Line Indicator Channel 1 Indicates reference point for all channel 1 amplitude values Position of line on display selectable via menu and Data Entry Knob Lower Limit Line Lower test limit line see 2 above Channel 1 Measurement Trace Display of meas ured values for Channel 1 Number of measure ment points displayed is menu selectable see be low Frequency Source Setup Parameters Top two lines below graticule display the fre quency setup parameters for the internal frequency source and screen display Frequencies are dis played in MHz for models 5407A 5409A 5411A and in GHz for all other models Bottom line dis plays the number of measurement points i e out put frequencies and the source RF output level currently selected Cursor Position Indicator This dotted vertical line indicates the current frequency location of the cursor Cursor position continuously variable via Data Entry Knob System Message Display Area System er ror warning messages are displayed in this
17. 5 19 PRINTER OPERATION TEST V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES 6 Adjust the reference level control for 0 dB Di vision 7 While monitoring the spectrum analyzer display use the Data Entry knob to slowly increase the 54XXA frequency throughout its range Verify that the harmonics and nonhar monics are within the specified limits listed in Table 1 5 5 10 PRINTER OPERATION TEST This test confirm the centronics printer interface is operational The test involves connecting a centron ics interface printer to the 54XXA and confirming that a graphics dump can be performed a Equipment WILTRON model 2225C Ink J et Printer or equivalent with associated parallel interface cable b Procedure 1 Connect the test equipment as shown in Fig ure 5 12 and turn the equipment on Use the interface cable to connect the printer to the 54XXA rear panel PARALLEL PRINTER INTERFACE connector 2 Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT PARALLEL INTERFACE CABLE 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM WILTRON MODEL 2225C INK JET PRINTER PRINTER SWITCH SETTINGS MODE SELECT Kee as 12345678 Figure 5 12 Equipment Setup for Printer Operation Test 5 20 keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP 3 Check that the printer has sufficient paper and is on line 4 Press theHARD COPY key and then press the START key The prin
18. A PRINT PRINT PRINT PRIN E UNIT UNDE EST IS A AS 1 5 PRINT PRINT PRINT THE FIRMWARE VERSION IS AS 7 12 PRINT PRINT PRINT PRINT END Figure 5 14 54XXA GPIB Function Test Programs b Procedure 3 Load the selected program and check that it 1 Connect the test equipment as shown in Fig operates correctly The computer controller and the 54XXA firmware revision on the com 2 Selec the appropriate test program for the puter display monitor computer or controller used with the 54XXA from the two that are listed in Figure 5 14 54XXA OM 5 21 5 22 54XXA OM A 1 A 2 A 3 A 4 A 5 APPENDIX A Table of Contents POWER ON DEFAULT CONTROL SETTINGS 3 3 FRONT PANEL LED ERROR CODES 3 3 54XXA ERROR WARNING MESSAGES 1 4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS 2 0000004 3 8 PRINTER SWITCH SETTINGS 3 10 A 1 A 2 APPENDIX POWER ON DEFAULT CONTROL SETTINGS FRONT PANEL LED ERROR CODES A 1 Control Setting Alternate Frequency Mode Table A 1 Reset Default Front Panel Control Settings Default Off POWER ON DEFAULT CONTROL SETTINGS Control Setting Width Frequency Default HBEF LBEF Averaging Mode Off Power Output Level W O Atten With Atten Current Sweep Mode Start Stop Mode Models 5407 09 11 500 12 dbm 10 dbm Cursor Off
19. CHANNEL n CHANNEL STORAGE MENU y XXXXX FREQUENCIES i imi VIEW Displays currently stored Active Trace COMPLEX Enter high and low level limits for L A Trace M f LIMITS gt XX XXXX GHz segment TRACE DATA Memory for trace n LOAD p Recon am race Memory tor XX XXXX GHz OVERLAP AT CHANNEL n 4 TRACE MEMORY XXXX GHz COMPLEX LA lt j Selects data entry for next limit VIEW Displays current measurement trace n WITH 1 Current measurement data LEVEL line segment Start Frequency and TRACE MEMORY with Active Trace Memory subtracted LIMITS X XX dB Level are set to current values for 2 Current High Limit data PRESS SELECT ENTER HIGH gt X XX dB currently selected segment VIEW TRAGE DATA une nm N SD e DATA MEM ACTIVE 3 Current Low Limit data OFF NEXT SEGMENT gt Deletes the frequency and level HIGH LIMIT OR specifications for the limit line TRACE MEMORY ENTER LOW CLEAR segment selected STORAGE MENU aiioe LS ON GT OFF DONE Terminates complex limit line USE C THEN LOW LIMIT specification procedure all PRESS SELECT A segments specified USE y THEN MAIN MENU PRESS SELECT A USE V THEN PRESS SELECT 3 23 3 24 Figure 3 18 NETWORK ANALYZER Key Group Menus Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION SOURCE KEY GROUP MENUS KEY GROUP SOURCE OUTPUT INTERNAL FREQUENCY POWER PEEL lt Press Key and use Keypad or Data Entry O O gt knob to enter the desired frequency source RF Output power in dBm V
20. PLOTTER plotter the current data string is plotted and the plotter is left in a reset state GPIB Interface OR NOT Set to Plotter Mode a PRINTER MENU gt gt GPIB Interface GRAPH gt Prints the measurement Set to Plotter Mode screen display on the printer TABULAR 26 POINT Selects the number of data 51 POINT points to be printed per 101 POINT measurement channel 201 POINT 26 51 101 201 or 401 y Y 401 POINT GPIB MODE Prints data only from Plots the screen display on plotter PLOTTER MENU g IS SET TO MARKERS the frequency marker ae measurement points Plots only the graticule data from the PLO ALLA LIMITS screen display 3 Prints measurement limit PLOT ONLY PLOTTER ONLY ENTER TITLES data only Plots only the measurement trace data GRATICULE NOT SELECTED PLOTTER MENU Plots only the titling data from the gt TRACES screen display ee Ee PARE VEN Plots only the cursor readout data d GPIB MODE CURSOR ENTER TITLES Y PRINTER MENU A GPIB Y Up to twelve characters may be entered as an identifier for the USE y THEN MODE CHANGE SELECT TITLE type of test such as TNSM for transmission RL for return PRESS SELECT TO ENTER loss PWR for power or a name for operator ID WARNING EE NOTE ON I IDENTIT Present Identity string displayed here when selected REAR PANEL N Date can be entered as any combination of numbers or letters SYSTEM DATE Present Date string
21. While in the DC CAL mode if the measurement input connector is changed INPUT A B R or a different detector is connected etc then a warning message will be displayed To clear this condition turn the RF source power off and press SELECT to re establish the autozero values 4 14 54XXA OM IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ABSOLUTE POWER MEASUREMENT Table 4 6 Absolute Power Measurement 2 of 2 KEY CALIBRATION CALIBRATION lt START CAL DETECTOR OFFSETS Set the 54XXA to perform power measurements with the DC CALMENU SET DC CAL Autozero function oif see ote lo use the selected channel must be set for POWER measurement and a PRESS CLEAR ON detector connected to the selected input TO RETURN TO OFF MEASUREMENT MODE PRESS ENTER USE STHEN TO DISPLAY LOG TEMP PRESS SELECT LOG TEMP READINGS CORRECTION A INPUT A USE THEN L 0 30 PRESS SELECT T 0 05 INPUT B Log conformity and Temperature If not set for POWER measurement an error message L 0 03 compensation readings displayed for will be displayed DAN the input device connected to each T 40 02 active power measurement channel Or suitable input device If no input connection or if changed error message will be displayed INPUT R L This display is used for maintenance troubleshooting procedures Not displayed for 54XXA s without Input R Set the output of the external RF source on Press
22. a Usea Suitable Container Obtain a corrugated cardboard carton with a 275 pound test strength This carton should have inside dimensions of no less than six inches larger than the instrument dimensions to allow for cushioning b Protect the Instrument Surround the instrument with polyethylene sheeting to protect the finish c Cushion the Instrument Cushion the instrument on all sides by tightly packing dunnage or urethane foam between the carton and the instrument Provide at least three inches of dunnage on all sides d Seal the Container Seal the carton by using either shipping tape or an industrial stapler e Address the Container If the instrument is being returned to WIL TRON for service mark the WILTRON address and your return address on the carton in one or more prominent locations For international customers use the address of your local repre sentative Table 2 1 For U S A customers use the WILTRON address shown below WILTRON Company ATTN Customer Service 490 J arvis Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 2809 54XXA OM Il INSTALLATION LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR MODULE To change the line voltage from that shown on the Line Volt age Module selector drum proceed as follows Remove the power cord from the line voltage module LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR MODULE Insert the blade of a small screwdriver into the slot at the top center of the module and pry open the cover Pu mu ass T go Remove th
23. and Maintenance Manual P N 10100 00028 Accuracy See accuracy chart on page 1 9 Maximum Input Power 500 mW Cable Length 122 cm 4 ft Insertion Loss 6 5 dB nominal from input port to test port Weight 560 97XXXX Series 340g 12 oz 560 98XXXX Series 198g 7 oz Table 1 6 5400 Series SWR Autotesters Frequency Directivity Range dB 5400 6B 75 1 to 1000 Frequency Sensitivity MHz dB max Impedance Ohms Test Port Input Connector Connector BNC Male N Female 5400 6N 50 5400 6NF 50 1 to 3000 N Male N Female N Female 5400 6N 75 5400 6NF 75 1 to 3000 N Male N Female N Female Table 1 7 560 Series SWR Autotesters Frequency Directivity Range dB 560 97A50 560 97A50 1 0 01 18 Frequency Sensitivity GHz dB max Impedance Ohms Test Port Input Connector Connector GPC 7 N Female 560 97N 50 560 97N 50 1 0 01 18 N Male N Female 560 97NF 50 lt 18 GHz 0 01 18 N Female N Female lt 18 GHz 218 GHz 560 98550 560 98SF 50 0 01 26 5 35 560 97NF 50 1 38 218 GHz 37 36 WSMA Male WSMA Female Ruggedized K Female 40 18 GHz 38 218 GHz 560 98550 1 560 98SF 50 1 0 01 26 5 WSMA Male WSMA Female Ruggedized K Female 85 18 GHz 32 218 GHz 560 98K 50 E 1 11 K Male K Female Ruggedized K Female 54XXA OM I GENERAL INFORMATI
24. control circuits are operating properly To perform a simple operational check that confirms that the frequency source and network analyzer cir cuits are functioning follow the procedure outlined in Table 4 1 4 3 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE Before the 54XXA is used for a transmission or re flection measurement a test setup normalization procedure must be performed This procedure is re ferred to as calibration Calibration is the process whereby losses inherent in a transmission or return loss measurement system are measured stored in internal memory and later subtracted from the test measurement data As a result subsequent screen displays and test data reflect the characteristics of the test device only NOTE A calibration is not required before using the 54XXA to perform power measure ments When the CALIBRATION key is pressed a Series of menus instructions are displayed that guide the user through the calibration procedure The calibra tion procedure should be performed using the same 54XXA OM test set up with the device under test removed that will be used for the actual test This includes using the same power level and measurement frequencies as for the actual test A typical setup for transmis sion and return loss measurements and calibration is shown in Figure 4 1 4 3 1 Calibration Menu The main calibration menu has three selections a START CAL This selection displays the in structions menu
25. pass off Apps Hold off off Cursor 17 98 dB off at 13 7000 GHz off L off Bandwidth Delta Readout off off F min gt off at i off off F max off Detector offsets A 9 00 dB B 00 dB R 0 08 dB Figure 3 15 Example of Hard Copy Tabular Data Printout 54XXA OM 3 19 HARD COPY PRINTOUT EXAMPLES Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION HA 14 5304 GHz 49 46 dB eS of n n n sS gt MARKER M5 14 7153 GHz 51 28 dB A wee ee 5 5 ACTIVE Conditions Channel 1 Channel 2 CHT CH2 High Limit complex off Smoothing t off Low Limit complex off Averaging 002 off Limiti Testing pass off Apps Hold off off Cursor 18 80 dB off at 13 7000 GHz off off Bandwidth Delta Readout off off Fimin off at off off F max off Detector offsets A 0 00 dB 8 0 00 dB R 0 00 dB Figure 3 16 Example of Hard Copy Printout of Marker Only 3 20 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION HARD COPY PRINTOUT EXAMPLES WELTRON 54308 Scalar Measurement System Identify DEMO Date 17 JUNE 31 Test Device FILTER Trace t High Limits Segment L To 12 4008 GHz 18 82 dB 13 3809 GHz 18 85 dB 13 3809 GHz 18 85 dB 18 1749 GHz 52 580 dB not set Trace 1 Lou Limits Segment 1 12 4909 GHz 13 2391 GHz 10 00 dB 2 13 2301 6Hz gt 14 5727 SHz 80 092 de 3 18 not set Channel off Channel off Figure 3 17 Example of Hard Copy Printout of Limit
26. 12N75B Required only for 54XXAS with 750 Signal Source outputs 5 3 CW FREQUENCY ACCURACY TEST V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES b Procedure 1 5 4 Connect the test equipment as shown in Fig ure 5 1 and turn the equipment on Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP This will set the 54XXA to initial factory settings Press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power to 2 0 dBm Turn both 54XXA measurement channels off using the DISPLAY ON OFF keys Ensure the counter is connected to the RF OUTPUT of the 54XXA Set the Counter to measure 1 KHz resolution For models with 750 output connect to the counter input us ing the 12N 75 mpedance Adaptor Press the frequency key and press select This will display the CENTER WIDTH menu Set the width to 0 GHz or MHz Set the center frequency to the first test frequency for the model being tested Ta ble 5 1 NOTE When a frequency is entered it is Frequency Locked to the reference and then released After being re leased the frequency may drift Pressing the CLEAR key and then the SELECT key re locks the frequency During normal operation the fre quency is locked at the start of every sweep even if the width is set tozero 8 10 11 Set the counter to the correct range and con nect to the correct counter input Band 1 Band
27. 8 15 dB Return Loss 0 6 0 4 Uncertainty Caused by Mismatch dB 20 dB Return Loss 0 2 Transmission Measurement 0 01 04 8 12 4 Frequency GHz Varies with the return loss of the detector SWR Autotester connecting cables the source impedance of the sweep generator and the value of the measured reflection Figure 5 6 Typical 54XXA System Mismatch Uncertainty ured Figure 5 6 shows the possible mismatch error related to the return loss of the detector and the frequency measured 54XXA OM Channel Accuracy 25 C 1 6 1 4 1 2 1 0 0 8 0 6 a o 1 D gt o G I 3 o o lt 0 4 0 2 MIR 10 10 20 30 Input Power dBm Figure 5 7 54XXA Signal Channel Accuracy b Source Harmonics In the linear range of the RF detector between 16 dBm and 15 dBm harmonics of the 54XXA source contribute to errors in measurement c Signal Channd Accuracy 560 7 Series Detector Frequency Response AB e dB m ximum Variation Frequency Response 8 0 12 4 18 5 Frequency GHz Figure 5 8 Detector Frequency Response The 54XXA signal channel measurement accuracy varies with input signal power As the power level being measured decreases the error increases as shown in Figure 5 7 5 17 RESIDUAL FM TEST V PERFORMANCE VERIFICAT
28. 9 for signal channel inputs B and R 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM CAL OUTPUT ANRITSU ML 4803A POWER METER RF DETECTOR 30 dB ATTENUATOR ANRITSU MP47A See Text Figure 5 4 Equipment Setup for 50 MHz Standard Source Signal Channel Verification Test 5 11 SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES 5 7 3 Mid Band Frequency RF Test connect the MA4601A power sensor to the power meter For units equipped with a 75Q signal source output connect the MA4603A power sensor in conjunction with the J 0365 Conversion Connector to the power meter see Figure 5 5 Perform a calibration as in struced in the Anritsu ML4803A operations and service manual Do not connect the power sensor tothe 54XXA RF OUTPUT at this time 2 PresstheSYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT This set of measurements confirms the power meas urement accuracy of the complete system including each of the analyzer signal channel inputs The tests are performed at two points in the dynamic range of the analyzer s signal channels at the a mid band frequency for the particular 54XXA model These measurements have inherent inaccuracies which are explained in the next paragraph 5 7 4 a Equipment Required Anritsu ML4803A Power Meter and keys From the RESET MENU select RE Anritsu MA4601A power sensor for models STORE DEFAULT SETUP This will set the 5407A 5409
29. A 6 EXT ALC UNCAL N A Reserved 54XXA OM APPENDIX ERROR WARNING MESSAGES Table A 3 54XXA Warning Error Messages 4 of 4 Error Screen Display Warning Description Warning Box Number Message Frequency Calibration Fault FREQUENCY LOCK nnn Problem A serious fault condition has been detected during the frequency calibration process The error codes nnn that are displayed with the Frequency Calibration Fault warning message are listed in Table A 4 Remedy Report the problem to your WILTRON Service Center refer to Table 2 1 Invalid Calibration Mode NOT CAL MODE Problem Attempting to use Frequency Scaling mode with standard calibration data Remedy Perform a new calibration or cancel Frequency Scaling mode Table A 4 Frequency Calibration Fault Warning Message Error Codes The following is a list of calibration error codes that are displayed along with the Frequency Calibration Fault warning message see Error Warning Number 26 in Table A 3 Calibration Error Code Error Description General no 500 MHz markers Start DAC main band 500 MHz marker s missing or top or bottom frequency s not correctly set Start DAC main band 1st MHz markers top wrong Start DAC main band 500 MHz marker size error Error DAC 25 MHz marker spacing wrong Width DAC main band 500 MHz marker s missing Width DAC main band 1st MHz markers top wrong Width DAC
30. EXTERNAL MONITOR CONNECTOR ls ens 2 4 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE AND OR SHIPMENT 2 4 Preparation for Storage ee 2 4 Preparation for Shipment 00020 be 2 4 2 1 2 2 SECTION Il INSTALLATION 2 1 INTRODUCTION This section provides information for the initial in spection and preparation for use of the 54X XA Sca lar Measurement System Information for interfac ing the 54XXA to the IEEE 488 General Purpose Interface Bus and reshipment and storage informa tion is also included 2 2 INITIAL INSPECTION Inspect the shipping container for damage If the container or cushioning material is damaged retain until the contents of the shipment have been checked against the packing list and the instrument has been checked for mechanical and electrical op eration If the 54XXA is damaged mechanically notify your local sales representative or WILTRON Customer Service If either the shipping container is damaged or the cushioning material shows signs of stress notify the carrier as well as WILTRON Keep the shipping materials for the carrier s inspection 2 3 PREPARATION FOR USE Preparation for use consists of checking that the rear panel line voltage module is set for the correct line voltage The voltage selector drum of this mod ule may be set for either 115 or 230 Vac operation see Figure 2 1 If the selector drum setting is incor rect for the line voltage available set it to the cor rect setting and insert t
31. FOR INDEX t USE E GR seiun from setup PRESS e the screen by title ENTER MEMORY CONFIGURE NUMBER Tanga maman RECALL ONLY gt PRESS 0 TO A EXIT SETGPIB USE y THEN ADDRESS y PRESS SELECT Exits to previous 6 A SAVE Y measurement screen Stores the current front panel SET ADDRESS FRONT PANEL setup into setup storage RECALL TRACE Recalls the trace data information S SETENE memory location 1 9 Also MEMORY that was previously stored in trace r ean SET UP TITLES ENTER 1 TO 4 storage memory location 1 4 CALIBRATION TNS SER Stores the current calibration Y 1 TO 4 ONLY traoo ang Tom HG sep SAVE TRACE Stores the currently displayed trace data into A i Seah yi FE G i y MEMORY trace memory storage location 1 4 Limits USE w THEN fe SET S ies splays or complex limits setup information may also ENTER MEMORY the U submenu ENTER 1 TO 4 be stored see text This menu exits to SET Y NUMBER UP TITLES menu SET UP TITLES AVAILABLE Selects the title last used for selected store location as Menu title displayed will reflect LAST ONE the new title LS a peA MOEA recall data mode currently active SETUP ONLY Refer to text for description of IDENTIFY Lists the title items entered operation in Single Button Recall via the HARD COPY key ENTER SETUP mode DATE menus Any of the listed title TO BE items may be applied to the DEVICE Pan dd pP RECALLED eon te of Setup to be Use Data Entry knob to select CONFI
32. I GENERAL INFORMATION AUTOTESTERS AND RF DETECTORS CONNECTING A 19SF50 AIR LINE TO A 560 98SF50 SWR AUTOTESTER WSMA to WSMA Connection 1 Separate a single WSMA connector Connect the 560 98SF50 SWR Autotester compensation washer and trim away the input port to the signal source RF output port interconnecting tabs and loosely tighten connector Orient the WSMA female connector test port up 3 Insert the compensation washer into the 4 Connect beaded end of the air line per appli opening of the WSMA female connector as cation Tilt the air line horizontally At un shown beaded end center the inner conductor with the center of the connector opening Loosen the SWR Autotester input port con nector and rotate unit horizontally as shown at left Align unbeaded end of Air Line with test port connector and carefully mate connectors Tighten all connectors carefully NOTE For a 560 98S50 SWR Autotester male WSMA test port in combination with a 19SF50 Air Line insert the compensation washer into the female WSMA connector of the air line beaded end Figure 1 5 Example Use of Compensation Washer with WSMA Connectors 54XXA OM 1 15 RECOMMENDED TEST EQUIPMENT I GENERAL INFORMATION INSTRUMENT Adaptor Cable Table 1 11 Recommended Test Equipment CRITICAL SPECIFICATION Simulates 560 7 Series detectors RECOMMENDED MANUFACTURER MODEL WILTRON Model 560 10BX Computer Controller Personal
33. MENUS 3 14 Cursor Measurements Fundions lll enn 3 14 CURSOR ON OFF Key and Indicator 3 14 CURSOR ON OFF Key Menus 0025050 3 15 RELATIVE Cursor Key and Indicator 3 15 RELATIVE Cursor Key Menu lens 3 15 BANDWIDTH Search Function o e 3 15 3 14 HARD COPY KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS 3 16 MENU Key me uud Bald th ok Pa RR RCM 4 xU e E qe xx 5 E 3 16 PRINTER PLOTTER Indicators 3 16 START Keyx L3 fer dh EG RUE ERRARE eae eode mH pe ys 3 16 STOBRKey i ius Pte Z spare ume Xx a WIE p Wane Wars 4 3 16 3 15 ENHANCEMENT KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS 3 17 AVERAGING Key Indicators andMenu 3 17 SMOOTHING Key Indicators and Menu aaa aaa 3 17 Smoothing Mode Selection 3 17 54XXA OM SECTION III FRONT PANEL OPERATION 3 1 INTRODUCTION This section describes e The front panel controls and connectors e The set up menus displayed by the front panel keys e The CRT screen measurement display and annotation e The operation of the 54XXA Scalar Measurement System using the front panel controls and menus e The rear panel connectors 3 2 CRT DISPLAY The CRT screen display shows measurement results and setup information It also displays setup menus that are used in conjunction with the front panel control keys to control the instrument measurement parameters e Measurement Display and Annota
34. POWER ACCURACY FLATNESS TEST V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES 7 10 5 8 Note the reading of the power meter and observe that the power level is within the power accuracy specification for the particular 54XXA model as listed in Table 1 5 in Sec tion General Information Then set the 54XXA center frequency to the next frequency listed in Table 5 1 Repeat step 7 until the 54XXA RF power has been measured at all the frequencies listed in Table 5 1 Record the highest and lowest power readings in Table 5 2a 5 2b or 5 2c as appropriate Use Tables 5 2a or 5 2b for units not equipped with an internal step attenuator use Table 5 2c for units equipped with an internal step attenuator NOTE For 5411A equipped with 750 sig nal source output this measure ment is possible only to 2 0 GHz maxi mum The flatness at a particular power level is the difference in dB between the highest and lowest power level throughout the frequency range Refer to Table 1 5 as necessary For all models 5417A thru 5447A that do not have an internal step attenuator set the power to 0 0 dBm Then repeat steps 5 thru 9 Table 5 2a For models 5407A 5409A and 5411A that do not have an internal step attenuator set the output power to 2 0 dBm Then repeat steps 5 thru 9 Table 5 2b 11 12 13 For all models that are equipped with an internal step attenuator press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power
35. Save or recall a calibration setup and associated measurement data to or from trace memory stor age locations 1 through 4 e Set up titles for the saved setup calibration data that may include date and identification informa tion This allows the saved setups to be recalled by title e Preview saved calibration and or setup data prior to use e Saveor recall up to four sets of trace memory data for each display channel Figure 3 6 page 3 9 The saved measurement trace data may include simple or complex limit line information NOTE There are two additional active trace memories that are accessed via the menus from the NETWORK ANA LYZER MENU key Refer to para graph 3 10 and Figure 3 6 e Configure SAVE RECALL key for Single Button Recall mode of operation Figure 3 21 Once this operating mode has been set up any pre viously saved front panel setup or calibra tion front panel setup or trace memory data store can be recalled by pressing the SAVE RE CALL key and the keypad number that corre sponds to the desired setup All other front panel functions cursor readout data entry etc perform normally while this op erating mode is active and all front panel func tions are usable with any recalled setup Single Button Recall is temporarily suspended until the regular front panel operation is completed The RECALL ONLY MODE messageis displayed in the System Status Display box in the upper right porti
36. and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP 54XXA OM 4 Turn both measurement channels off using the DISPLAY ON OFF keys Press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power as follows e For all models 5411A thru 5447A that do not have an internal step attenuator set the power to 47 0 dBm Table 5 2a e For models 5407A 5409A and 5411A that do not have an internal step attenuator set the power to 12 0 dBm Table 5 2b s For all models that are equipped with an internal step attenuator set the power to 4 0 dBm Table 5 2c 5 Press the FREQUENCY key and then press SELECT Set the frequency width to 0 GHz or MHz and the center frequency to the first value listed in frequency Table 5 1 For exam ple 0 0100 GHz for the 5417A NOTE Several photocopies of Table 5 1 are useful as worksheets when per forming the remainder of this pro cedure 6 Ensure the power meter sensor is connected to the 54XXA RF output and the power meter Cal Factor is set correctly for the frequency under test 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM D jo odo ja 0000 j RF OUTPUT 0000 D ood jo 00000 O 00000 jo DEN o O D n J0365 CONVERSION CONNECTOR FOR 54XXA s WITH 75 W OUTPUTS ANRITSU ML 4803A POWER METER POWER SENSOR See Text Figure 5 2 Equipment Setup for Power Accuracy Flatness Test 5 7 OUTPUT
37. channels The fre quency is continuously variable with the keypad or tuning knob over the entire instrument frequency range Markers remain fixed at the set frequency inde pendent of sweep frequency range Horizontal Output Rear panel BNC connector 0 to 10V ramp coincident with sweep in all sweep modes Output Connector Type All models except 5436A equipped with type N female connector with 50Q out put standard Option 4 provides 75Q output for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A Model 5436A equipped with type K female connector Reverse Power Protection Models 5407A 5409A 5411A and 5447A protected for up to 1 Watt of reverse RF power 1 MHz to 2 0 GHz Source Accuracy Summary Refer to Table 1 5 APPLICATION FUNCTIONS Built in Applications Functions Automatic measure ment sequences Gain Gain Compression Tests for amplifiers and other active devices Bandwidth Meas urement for filters etc Maximum Minimum Peak Hold and other trace value search functions PRINTER PLOTTER Printer The parallel printer interface is compatible with most dot matrix printers including Epson FX HP Thinkjet and similar printers Hard copy output in graphical or tabular format can be selected Selections include graphics with without measurement data test data tabulated for 26 51 101 201 or 401 points measurement data at marker parameters only or stored setup parameters Complex limit lines may also be printed 54XXA OM
38. desired marke frequency with Data Entry knob Data at marker frequency wil be displayed for botr channels if on Press SELECT key to toggle Active Marker On Off AAI frequency information displayed by these menus is in MHz for Models 5407 09 11 It is displayed in GHz for all other models Figure 3 19 SOURCE Key Group Menus Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION SYSTEM MENU KEY MENUS gt 54XXA OM gt BOTH AUX CURSOR READOUT YES NO SMOOTHING MODE gt COUPLED INDEPENDNT SOURCE OPERATION PRESS SELECT TO ACTIVATE BECURE MODE KEY GROUP SYSTEM FUNCTIONS A gt SYSTEM SAVE RETURN SELF MENU RECALL REMOTE TOLOCA TEST FREQUENCY SYSTEM MENU DATA POINTS 51 Selects the number DATA POINTS gt i of measurement points frequency RESET gt A n source output frequencies per CONFIGURE v measurement trace USE Y THEN SOURCE PRESS SELECT m ANALYZER PLOTTER APPLICATIONS gt GPIB MODE ED B ju rc 4A E SET PLOTTER ADDRESS Use Data Entry 8 Knob or Keypad to enter GPIB address SET ADDRESS for external GPIB USING KNOB controlled plotter OR KEYPAD default 8 Press CLEAR to exit ANALYZER TRACE HOLD for Channel 1 or Channel 2 or both CH1 CH2 Ere Freezes data stops measurement Duplicates cursor readout display in Error Message area of screen display if no error messages are displayed
39. displayed here when selected PLOTTER ONLY TEST DEVICE Up to twelve characters may be entered as an identifier for the device under test name USE ATHEN USE 4 HEN Present Test Device string displayed here when selected PRESS SELECT PRESS SELECT When Title Entry completed press CLEAR or any other menu key to exit 3 gt TITLE ENTRY l Selected entry string displayed here connected to the GPIB ABCDEFGHIJKL Use knob or UP DOWN keys to select desired character then MNOPQRSTUVWX press ENTER or SELECT Repeat as necessary to complete YZ 0123456789 title string Keypad keys may be used for numeric character lt gt entry DONE G LO CLR DEL DONE 4 Select CLR to clear entire title entry select DEL to erase previous character entered select DONE to exit USE KNOB TO SELECT TEXT PRESS ENTER OR SELECT OR USE KEYPAD 3 33 3 34 1 To GPIB Address Setup menu see RETURN TO LOCAL key menus Figure 3 21 A In the GPIB PLOTTER mode of operation only the 54XXA and external plotter may be A All frequency information printed or plotted by models 5407 09 11 is in MHz For all other models it is printed plotted in GHz Figure 3 23 HARD COPY Key Group Menus ENHANCEMENT KEY GROUP MENUS AND
40. es 3 7 INPUT B Connector 2 0 02 0 pe es 3 8 INPUT R Connector les 3 8 DATA EN TRY KEY GROUP i ius Barn Gal E RR EO RUE ed 3 8 Data Entry Keypad 2 llle 3 8 Data Entry Knob iu aa mee bk BR lel He eae ele E E 3 8 ENTER Key 1 Sard wae Gave Sve ae pedea SQ oV 3 8 CLEAR KEY s gf eh ig A whos eR BO Re ey ee 3 8 NETWORK ANALYZER KEY GROUP AND MENUS 3 9 DISPLAY ON OFF Key and Indicator 3 9 OFFSET RESOLUTION Key andMenus 3 9 AUTOSCALE KEY ue eoe ume Re i Od E RS ADEM 3 9 LIMITS Key and Menus 000202 eee eee 3 9 MENU Key and Menus 000000 eee eee 3 9 CALIBRATION Key and Menus lll ens 3 10 3 1 3 2 Table of Contents Continued Paragraph Title Page UNCAL Indicator les 3 10 3 11 SOURCE KEY GROUP AND MENUS 3 10 FREQUENCY Key and Menu o e 3 10 ALTERNATE SWEEP Key and Menus 3 11 MARKERS Key and Menu 3 11 OUTPUT POWER Key rs 3 11 RF ON OFF Key and Indicator 0 00005 eae 3 11 LEVELING Key and Indicators ll 3 11 3 12 SYSTEM FUNCTION KEY GROUP AND MENUS 3 12 SYSTEM MENU Key and Menus a 3 12 SAVE RECALL Key and Menus lens 3 13 REMOTE Indicator aR RC N e See K E ar R ee 3 14 RETURN TOLOCAL Key 00020024 ee 3 14 SELF TEST RCs ede odeur Raten Blane dom at bg oO 3 14 3 13 CURSOR FUNCTION KEYS INDICATORS AND
41. highly accurate DC voltages to simulate input RF power inputs This test introduces fewest source errors A 560 10BX adaptor cable is used to connect the output of the DC Voltage Standard to the input of the 54XXA a Equipment Required Fluke 335D Voltage Standard WILTRON 560 10BX Adapter Cable b Procedure 1 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 5 3 and turn the equipment on 2 Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP This will set the 54XXA to initial factory settings 3 Turn Channel 2 off Press the Channel 1 MENU key and set for power measurement using INPUT A as input 4 Turn the voltage standard output to off This will be used as a zero volt reference input to the 54XXA 5 10 5 Press the CALIBRATION key and select DC CAL MENU 6 Allow the 54XXA to sweep for 5 seconds 7 With the SET DC MENU displayed move the highlighted cursor to ON and press SE LECT The 54XXA should display a noise floor on Channel 1 in power mode with DC CAL displayed in the top right hand corner of the screen display 8 Set the voltage standard output to the first value listed in Table 5 3a page 5 15 9 Press the CURSOR key to obtain a cursor readout on the 54XXA display Verify that the cursor readout value is within the tolerance specified in Table 5 3a Record the readout value in the table 1
42. of the analyzer and signal source If the unit functions properly the screen displays ALL TESTS PASSED If the self test fails the screen displays a failure message In addition one of the front panel LED indicators will flash steadily to indicate a specific fault The LED coding for Self Test errors are listed in Table A 2 in the Appendix Figure 3 9 GPIB Status Screen Display 3 14 CURSOR ON OFF RELATIVE Figure 3 10 CURSOR Keys and Indicators 3 13 CURSOR FUNCTION KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS The CURSOR keys and indicators are shown in Fig ure 3 10 The menus displayed by these keys are shown in Figure 3 22 behind Operating M enus tab 3 13 1 Cursor Measurements Functions The 54XXA indudes the following cursor search and readout functions e Main Cursor Readout e Main Relative Cursor Readout e Maximum Peak Search e Minimum Search e Next Marker e Active Marker e dB Search Absolute left right or bandwidth e dB Search Relative The menu selections for these functions are de scribed in the following paragraphs 3 13 2 CURSOR ON OFF Key and Indicator Turns the main cursor portion of the screen display on off When pressed ON the cursor is positioned at the location on the screen display where last used The frequency and amplitude of the measured data at the cursor trace position are displayed on the right side of the screen Figure 3 1 The cursor read out display is described in F
43. on the bus proper timing and voltage level relationships must be maintained If either the ca ble length between separate instruments or the ac cumulated cable length between all instruments is too long the data and control lines cannot be driven properly and the system may fail to perform Cable length restrictions are as follows s No more than 15 instruments may be installed on the bus e Total accumulative cable length in meters may not exceed two times the number of bus instru ments or 20 meters whichever is less NOTE For low EMI applications the GPIB cable should be a fully shielded type with well grounded metal shell connectors 2 3 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE AND OR SHIPMENT Il INSTALLATION 2 4 3 System GPIB Interconnection The rear panel GPIB IEEE 488 connector is used to interface the 54XXA to an external computer controller or plotter via a standard GPIB cable The WILTRON Part numbers for standard GPIB cables of various lengths are listed in Section 2 4 4 GPIB Interface to an External Plotter If equipped with Option 03 the 54XXA GPIB inter face can be configured to control a suitable external plotter refer to Table 1 2 and to Section III F ront Panel Operation In this mode of operation the GPIB is dedicated to this application and only the 54XXA and the plotter are connected to the GPIB Standard GPIB cables are used to interconnect to the plotter 2 45 GPIB Addresses The 54XXA
44. see below Use caution when interpreting the measurement results when operating the 54XXA with an error warning message displayed Some or all of the data may be in error The error warning message is displayed in a warning message box located in the lower right corner of the screen display This message box displays an error warning number XXX along with the error message If the screen display error message box also contains a 1 or 2 before the error message the error message relates to measurement channel 1 or 2 respectively The error warning number will also be returned as part of the 54XXA response to a Return Status RS GPIB command issued during these conditions Hardcopy output from the 54XXA under these conditions will include a warning message box shown below that will be located at the bottom right of the printout or plot Note that this box also shows the error warning number Instrument Warning XXX Displayed Error Screen Display Warning Description Warning Box Number Message No error or warning None A null value is returned as part of the 54XXA response to a RS GPIB command issued during normal operation Calibration Start Error Channel 1 n CAL START Calibration Start Error Channel 2 XX XXXX GHz Calibration Stop Error Channel 1 n CAL STOP Calibration Stop Error Channel 2 XX XXXX GHz Problem The new frequency range includes frequencies outside the current calibrated range for
45. the indicated channel If a start error the new start frequency is below the calibration start frequency If a stop error the new stop frequency is above the calibration stop frequency Remedy Re calibrate using the new start stop frequency values or adjust new current frequency range to fall within existing calibration range Not Calibrated Channel 1 n NOT CAL Not Calibrated Channel 2 CHANNEL Problem The 54XXA was calibrated with a different input connector selected for channel Remedy Re calibrate the 54XXA with current settings or proceed with caution measure ment results must be interpreted to compensate for the problem A 4 54XXA OM APPENDIX ERROR WARNING MESSAGES Error Warning Number Table A 3 54XXA Warning Error Messages 2 of 4 Description Invalid Calibration Data Problem Subtract Trace Memory feature presently selected Remedy Re calibrate or de select Subtract Trace Memory from measurement setup Screen Display Warning Box Message INVALID CAL DATA Trace Memory Start Error Channel 1 Trace Memory Start Error Channel 2 Trace Memory Stop Error Channel 1 Trace Memory Stop Error Channel 2 Problem The current frequency range includes frequencies outside of the range covered by the specified Trace Memory Remedy Adjust current frequency range or cancel use of the specified Trace Memory n MEM START XX XXXX GHz n MEM STOP XX XXXX GHz Calibra
46. this function is active The difference in amplitude and frequency between the active main cursor position and the relative SEARCH VALUE E b SEARCH 4 RANGE 1 Set cursor within the desired Search Range that includes the Search Value cursor position are displayed on the right side of the screen The amplitude difference is displayed in dBr dB relative to the current active cursor value The readout display also includes readout data for the active cursor Figure 3 22 Data for both measure ment traces are displayed if both are used If the EXCHANGE REF CURSOR line of the menu is highlighted pressing the SELECT key swaps the positions of the main cursor and relative cursor oth erwise the CURSOR menu is selected This feature may be used to establish the present main cursor position as the new reference frequency point for bandwidth measurements 3 13 5 RELATIVE Cursor Key Menu Pressing the SELECT key with the relative cursor data displayed invokes the main menu for the rela tive cursor function This menu is similar to the main menu for the main cursor All searches initiated from this menu will be performed relative to the value at the current main cursor position or to the peak value for the channel selected Fig ure 3 22 3 13 6 BANDWIDTH Search Function Selecting the BANDWIDTH cursor search type from the cursor submenus will set up the 54XXA to per
47. thru 3 17 Either menu may be accessed from the other both types of hard copy output may be defined before output begins The PRINTER and PLOTTER LEDs indicate which hard copy output device has been defined The output options available from these menus are e Print the screen measurement display on a printer e Print a tabulation of the measurement values printer only 3 16 e Print measurement data at frequency markers only e Print measurement limit values in tabulated form printer only e Plot screen measurement display on a plotter e Plot graticule lines cursor information titles or measurement traces from the screen display separately The main menus and submenus are explained in Figure 3 23 Examples of hard copy print outs are shown in Figure 3 14 through 3 17 3 14 2 PRINTER PLOTTER Indicators When lit these LED indicators designate which type of hard copy output the 54XXA is set up to produce 3 14 3 START Key Freezes the displayed data and loads the printer or plotter buffer with the measurement data When data transfer is complete the output device starts printing or plotting and the 54XXA is again usable for measurements The type of hard copy produced is determined by the last PRINTER PLOTTER MENU options selected When plotter output is used Plot Progress M essages that indicate normal and abnormal plotter condi tions are displayed in the menu area at the right side of the screen P
48. to 3 0 dBm Then repeat steps 5 thru 9 Table 5 2c If the 54XXA being tested is equipped with an internal step attenuator perform the next step If not goto paragraph 5 7 Signal Chan nel Verification Test Reduce the 54XXA RF output power in 10 dB steps per Table 5 2c and repeat steps 5 thru 9 for each power level When measuring 23 dBm and below use the appropriated power sensor as described below For all models 5417A thru 5447A when measuring power levels 23 dBm and below connect the appropriate low power sensor MA4702A or MA4704A to the power meter Perform a calibration and set the Cal Factor for the 54XXA frequency being measured For models 5407A 5409A and 5411A equipped with 500 signal source output when measuring power levels 23 dBm and below connect the MA4702A low power sensor to the power meter Perform a calibration and set the Cal Factor for the 54XXA frequency being measured Use10 MHz asthelowest frequency when performing these tests NOTE For units equipped with 750 signal source output measurement below 30 dBm is not possible with the equipment specified 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES OUTPUT POWER ACCURACY FLATNESS TEST Table 5 2 Output Power Accuracy and Flatness Test Chart T est Record Model 54 A Serial No Table 5 2a All Models 5417A thru 5447A Without Step Attenuator 54XXA Set Power Max Power Min Power Flatness Difference dBm dBm dBm Max M
49. trace n Enter limit value in dB CHANNEL nA Turns on reference line indicator for R d LIMITS or SWR OFF selection turns REFERENCE measurement trace n and allows vertical WA Connects signal from the input R connector to the LOW LIMIT off limit function position to be adjusted Pang measurement trace AN AX XX dB LINE AR easu TEST m dd LIMITS ON ON selection allows low limit line ON _ 7 Turns off reference line for trace mA BR subtracts the signal from the input R from the signal A OFF to be specified for measurement OFF l y A from the input A logarithmically The resultant USE 4 THEN trace n Enter limit value in dB Adjusts vertical position of reference line for USE wTHEN signal is displayed on the measurement trace nd PRESS SELECT lt MAIN MENU Ee OFF selection turns USE KNOB trace PRESS SELEGT off limit function TO ADJUST Same as above using the signal from the input B y USE THEN POSITION connector PRE ELECT SCREEN DISPLAY amp N dr e PRESS CLEAR me r WHEN If Fill Limit TESTING l Array Violation FINISHED FOR LIMITS CHANNEL A Designates limit line segment n number CHANNEL 1 COMPLEX Y XXXXX MIGHORLOW EIMIT Enter frequencies of the start and gt A stop points of the limit lin CHANNEL n 2 amp _ Displays current measurement trace n CHANNEL n 2 SEGMENT X ifi TRACE MEMORY without Active Trace Memory applied TRACE MEMORY WARNING segment to be specified
50. unit The specifications for each model are listed in Table 1 5 in Section General Information A test record that you can copy and use to record test results is contained in Tables 5 2a 5 2b and 5 2c a Equipment Required Anritsu ML4803A Power Meter and Anritsu MA4601A power sensor for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A with 50Q Signal Source output Anritsu MA4603A power sensor and J 0365 Conversion Connector for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A with 75Q Signal Source out put Anritsu MA4701A MA4702A power sensors for models 5417A through 5431A and model 5447A Anritsu MA4703A MA4704A power sensors for model 5436A Refer to Table 1 11 Recommended Test Equip ment for further information as required b Procedure 1 For all models 5411A thru 5447A connect high power sensor MA4701A or MA4703A as appropriate to the power meter Perform a calibration as instructed in the Anritsu ML4803A operations and service manual For models 5407A 5409A and 5411A equipped with a 500 signal source output connect the MA4601A power sensor to the power meter and perform a calibration For units equipped with a 75Q signal source out put the J 0365 Conversion Connector must be used in conjunction with the MA4603A power sensor Refer to the operating procedurein the Anritsu ML4803A operations and service manual 2 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 5 2 and turn the equipment on 3 Press the SYSTEM MENU key
51. 0 Repeat step 9 for the remaining two voltage values in Table 5 3a 11 Repeat steps 2 to 10 for signal channel inputs B and R 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM a a a a a a AS O O OO FLUKE 335D VOLTAGE STANDARD Figure 5 3 Equipment Setup for DC Voltage Method Signal Channel Verification Test 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS 5 7 2 50MHz Accuracy Test This test confirms the performance of the 54XXA at 50 MHz using 0 dBm and 30 dBm reference signals NOTE If the 54XXA being tested is a model 5407A 5409A 5411A 5417A or 5447A this test need not be performed go to paragraph 5 7 3 Mid Band Frequency RF Test The 50 MHz calibration output of the Anritsu power meter is used as the 0 dBm reference signal for this test This same reference signal is used in conjunc tion with the 30 dB attenuator from the Anritsu MA4702A power sensor to produce the 30 dBm reference signal The measurement performance of the 54XXA at 50 MHz can thus be confirmed at these two levels During the test the 54XXA is set to the DC CAL mode to measure the fixed power output of the power meter this mode enables the 54XXA to make accu rate power measurements by disabling the auto zero function of each signal channel refer to Section IV Table 4 6 a Equipment Required Anritsu ML4803A Power Me
52. 010 0 10p 0 010 0 10p 0 0135 0 12 p 560 98K50 2 2 5 560 98K50 1 0 018 0 15p 0 018 0 15p 0 025 0 15p t SWR Autotester Directivity and Frequency Sensitivity specifications are shown in Table 1 7 Accuracy indudes the effects of directivity first term and test port reflection second term over the frequency range p is the measured reflection coefficient Power Measurement Accuracy Absolute Power Accuracy Detector Frequency Response Channel Accuracy Detector Frequency Response 560 Series EN wo dB m Maximum Variation A Frequency Response 8 0 12 4 18 5 Frequency GHz Rede to paragraph 1 9 2 and Table 1 9 for further specifica tions for 560 series deectors 1 9 SIGNAL SOURCE SPECIFICATIONS I GENERAL INFORMATION Table 1 5 54XXA Signal Source Specifications MODEL SPECIFICATION 10 0 12 4 17 0 2 0 Frequency Range to 16 0 to 20 0 to 26 5 to 20 0 Internally Leveled Output Maximum Power with Option 2 2A 225 or 2B 70 dB 47 44 47 step Attenuator 10 10 7 10 With Leveled Power E 1 0 1 0 1 0 With Option 2 2A Power or 2B 70 dB step E 1 5 3 0 1 9 Level Attenuator Accuracy Step Attenuator Accuracy between 0 4 0 4 steps With Frequency 0 40 40 609
53. 2 or Band 3 for the frequency being measured For models 5407A 5409A or 5411A connect to the Band 1 input Verify that the counter reading is within 100 KHz of the value shown on the test re cord for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A Ta ble 5 1 Sheet 2 For all other models verify that it is within 200 KHz Table 5 1 Record the counter reading in Table 5 1 Enter the next test frequency from Table 5 1 into the 54XXA Repeat steps 8 thru 10 until all thetest frequencies in Table 5 1 have been tested 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM 00000 jo 000090 jo RF OUTPUT For Models 5407A 5409A or 5411A See Text Figure 5 1 Equipment Setup for CW Frequency Test 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES CW FREQUENCY ACCURACY TEST Table 5 1 CW Frequency Accuracy Chart T est Record Sheet 1 of 2 Model 54 A Serial No 5417A 5447A 0 0100 0 5000 1 0000 1 5000 2 0000 5417A 5419A 5437A 5447A 2 0000 2 5000 3 0000 3 5000 4 0000 4 5000 5 0000 5 5000 6 0000 6 5000 7 0000 7 5000 8 0000 8 4000 8 6000 5428A 5437A 5447A 8 0000 8 5000 9 0000 9 5000 10 0000 10 5000 11 0000 11 5000 12 0000 12 4000 5431A 10 0000 10 5000 11 0000 11 5000 12 0000 12 5000 13 0000 13 5000 14 0000 14 5000 15 0000 15 5000 16 0000
54. 54XXA Cursor Readout Value Specified Limits Input B dem 1 462 V 416 00 40 25 0 10 0 6208 V 9 00 40 12 0 10 1 313 mV 26 00 40 34 0 34 Table 5 3b Signal Channel Verification Test Standard 50 MHz Source Method 50 MHz Ref 54XXA Cursor Readout Value Specified Limits Input B oo 0 00 dBm 0 00 0 30 0 30 30 00 dBm 30 00 0 45 0 45 Table 5 3c Signal Channel Verification Test Mid Band RF Input Method All Models with 50Q Signal Source Output 5407A thru 5447A Input A Measurement Power Meter 54XXA Cursor 54XXA Signal Power Reading dBm Reading Channel Error 2 00 dBm 48 00 dBm Measurement Power Meter 54XXA Cursor 54XXA Signal Power Reading dBm Reading Channel Error 2 00 dBm 48 00 dBm Measurement Power Meter 54XXA Cursor 54XXA Signal Power Reading dBm Reading Channel Error 2 00 dBm 48 00 dBm 54XXA OM 5 15 SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES Table 5 3 Signal Channel Verification Tests Chart T est Record Sheet 2 of 2 Model 54 A Serial No Table 5 3d Signal Channel Verification Test Mid Band RF Input Method Models 5407A 5409A and 5411A with 750 Signal Source Output Input A Measurement Measurement Power Meter 54XXA Cursor 54XXA Signal Power with Int Power without Reading dBm Reading Channel Error Step Atten Int Step Atten
55. 54XXAOM APPENDIX B Installation and Configuration Instructions for the National Instruments GPIB PCII IIA Card and NI 488 MS DOS Handler Software z ES o a 9 5 UO ADDRESS 5 SELECTION x l e ojojo e DACK3 INTERRUPT DMA CHANNEL SELECTION SELECTION Figure B 1 GPIB PCII IIA Hardware Configuration Bl INSTALLING THE GPIB PCII IIA CARD The following steps provide detailed instructions for installing the National Instruments GPIB PCII IIA Interface Card P N 181065 02 into a personal computer 1 Beforeinstallation set the switches and jumpers on the GPIB PCII IIA card as shown in Figure B 1 2 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power source 3 Remove the top cover from the computer and install the GPIB PCII IIA card into any unused slot Install the card with the IEEE 488 connector protruding out of the back panel 4 Securethe card by fastening the GPIB PCII IIA mounting bracket to the back panel rail with a screw then replace the computer cover 5 Plug the power cord into the power so
56. 8 Exits to GPIB Address Setup menu Figure 3 21 Sets 54XXA GPIB Interface to PLOTTER mode Then exits to plotter setup menu Figure 3 23 Sets the initial power level of the frequency source for the test The test restarts at this point each time test is run Sets the maximum allowable power level that will be output by the frequency source during test Initiates test using initial power and maximum power level values currently set Test terminates if either Channel 1 or Channel 2 limits are reached or maximum power level is reached see text Causes previously defined User Titles to be used for screen display measurement type titles If titles for both channels are currently defined both willl be displayed Reverts to standard screen display measurement type titles TRANSMSSN RETN LOSS ETC USE ATHEN PRESSWGELECT Displays submenu to define User Titles for Channel 1 and or Channel 2 Submenu IDENTIFY and TEST DEVICE apply to Channel 1 and Text Gp loe Channel 2 respectively RO G15 B15 Sets the color characteristics of the text CHi Golor Channel 1 trace Channel 2 trace and R15 graticle for the external VGA monitor G15 display Refer to Sections and Il The BO characteristics of the display text Channel 1 trace Channel 2 trace and CH 2 Color graticule elements can each be set seperately R 15 GO Each group of three selections sets the BO red green and blue component fo
57. A and 5411A with 50Q Signal 54XXA to initial factory settings soure output 3 For all models 5419A thru 5436A press the Anritsu MA4603A power sensor and J 0365 FREQUENCY key and then press SELECT Conversion Connector for models 5407A Set the width to 0 GHz or MHz This sets 5409A and 5411A with 75Q Signal Source out the 54XXA to the mid band frequency for the put particular model Press the OUTPUT POWER Anritsu MA4701A MA4702A power sensors key and set the power to 2 0 dBm Ce ea Sano For models 5407A 5409A 5411A 5417A and 5447A set the center frequency to 50 MHz Anritsu MA4703A MA4704A power sensors For all of these models with 50Q and 750 for model 5436A signal source outputs press the OUTPUT RF Detector WILTRON 5400 71N50 for models POWER key and set the power to 42 0 dBm 5407A 5409A and 5411A with 50Q Signal Source output RF Detector WILTRON 5400 71N 75 for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A with 75Q Signal Source output RF Detector WILTRON 560 7N 50 for models 5417A through 5431A and model 5447A RF Detector WILTRON 560 7K 50 for model 5436A 60 dB Step Attenuator Hewlett Packard Model 8495B or 8495D 0 00 to 26 5 GHz Used only for 54XXA s not equipped with internal attenuator 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM RF OUTPUT 00000 n b Procedure POWER SENSOR 2 1 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 5 5 P and turn the equipment on J0365 CONVERSION CO
58. B DIV OFFSET 10 0 dB CURSOR 1 40 16 dB 2 19 16 dB 3 5411 GHz PRESS SELECT FOR CURSOR MENU START 2 0000 GHz STOP 8 4000 GHz 1 GHz DIV 401 pts LEVEL 7 0 dBm 54XXA MM 4 9 ALTERNATING SWEEP MEASUREMENTS IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES 4 10 Table 4 4 Alternating Sweep Measurement Sheet 1 of 1 Setup and Calibration Connect test equipment per Figure 4 1 except do not connect the test device Turn the printer on Depress the 54XXA POWER pushbutton on At the conclusion of the self test set up and calibrate the 54XXA with Input A Channel 1 set for transmission measurement and Input B Channel 2 set for return loss measurement Refer to steps 2 through 4 of Table 4 3 and to Table 4 2 as necessary Transmission Loss Measurement Set Channels 1 and 2 to display transmission with both channels using Input A as follows Press the Channel 1 MENU key Move the cursor to highlight TRANSMISSION and press the SELECT key Move the cursor to highlight SELECT INPUT and press the SELECT key Move the cursor to highlight A and press the SELECT key Repeat steps a thru d for Channel 2 Measure the transmission loss in the Alternate Sweep Mode as follows Press the Channel 1 AUTOSCALE key This gives an optimum vertical display of the test data Press the Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key to off if desired to view Channel A only Press ALTERNATE SWEEP key
59. CHANNEL 2 m DISPLAY Jo onoFF O OFFSET RESOLUTION AUTOSCALE os MENU CALIBRATION UNCAL O Figure 3 5 NETWORK ANALYZER Key Group 3 10 NETWORK ANALYZER KEY GROUP AND MENUS This key group consists of two sets of similar control keys Figure 3 5 One set controls measurement trace 1 and the other controls measurement trace 2 The front panel designations for the two measure ment traces are Channel and Channel 2 respec tively The corresponding key functions for Channel 1 and Channel 2 are identical The setup menus invoked by the keys in this key group are shown in Figure 3 18 behind Operating M enus tab 3 10 1 DISPLAY ON OFF Key and Indicator This key turns on the designated measurement trace Channel 1 or 2 the reference line indicator and the limit lines if used that are associated with this trace The LED that is adjacent to the DISPLAY key is lit when the trace is on Figure 3 5 When both channels are off the unit is in the CW Mode In this mode the internal signal source may be used independently refer to paragraph 3 11 3 10 2 OFFSET RESOLUTION Key and Menus Displays a menu Figure 3 18 that allows OFFSET and RESOLUTION display scaling values to be speci fied for the associated measurement trace In the nor mal measurement mode with the cursor displayed on screen pressing the SELECT key causes the trace at the cursor to move to the reference line 54XXA OM
60. Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key to on and the Channel 1 DISPLAY ON OFF key to off Press the Channel 2 AUTOSCALE key Read the return loss ratio B R by using the cursor data readout function see Table 4 3 Step 7 If desired make a hard copy printout of the return loss data as described in Step 8 of Table 4 3 5AXXA MM IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES RATIO MODE MEASUREMENTS S4XXA SCALAR CENTRONICS INTERFACE MEASUREMENT SYSTEM CAUTION Max Reverse Power i Max DC voltage is 4 0 WILTRON PRINTER RF Y ooooo 00000 jo PRINTER SWITCH SETTINGS MODE S Ta 125 56 8 YX SWR AUTOTESTER TO Sae OPEN SHORT P TEST DEVICE Connect When Directed by Calibration Menu Figure 4 3 Typical Equipment Setup for Ratio Mode Measurements 1 TRANSMSSN A R 0 1 dB DIV OFFSET 17 0 dB 2 RETN LOSS B R 5 0 dB DIV OFFSET 420 0 dB START 0 7000 GHz STOP 3 5000 GHz 500 MHz DIV 401 pts LEVEL 10 0 dBm Figure 4 4 Example of Ratio Mode Measurement Display 54XXA MM 4 13 ABSOLUTE POWER MEASUREMENT IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES Table 4 6 Absolute Power Measurement 1 of 2 Perform the 54XXA Operational Checkout Procedure as described in Table 4 1 Verify that the output of the external RF source to be measured is off Connect the RF detector between the 54XXA INP
61. Choose a portion of the measurement trace that is to be displayed with an expanded frequency scale Use the DATA ENTRY keypad or rotary knob to enter the ALT START sweep frequency for that sweep portion Using the MENU UP DOWN key move the menu cursor to ALT STOP and enter the desired sweep stop frequency Press the Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key to on if off and press the Channel 2 AUTOSCALE key Refer to Figure 4 2 part a which shows an example of a transmission measurement of the frequency response of a 500 MHz filter using the Alternate Sweep Mode Use the cursor readout function to obtain transmission measurement data at frequencies of interest refer to step 7 of Table 4 3 If desired make a hard copy printout of the transmission loss data as described in Step 8 of Table 4 3 Return Loss Measurement Set Channel 2 to display return loss using Input B as follows Press the CH2 MENU key Move the cursor to highlight RETURN LOSS and press the SELECT key Move the cursor to highlight SELECT INPUT and press the SELECT key Move the cursor to highlight B and press the SELECT key Repeat steps 4 a thru 4 d above for Channel 2 An example of a return loss measurement using the Alternate Sweep Mode is shown in Figure 4 2 part b Use the cursor readout function to obtain return loss measurement data at frequencies of interest refer to step 7 of Table 4 3 If desired make a hard copy printout of the return loss data as described in
62. E Op tion 03 General Purpose Interface bus connector Connects 54XXA to external system controller or external GPIB controlled plotter via standard GPIB interface cable Refer to Section II Installation The pinout for this connector is shown in Figure A 3 LINE VOLTAGE MODULE AC power input and line voltage select switch Refer to Section II Installation Figure 2 1 PARALLEL PRINTER INTERFACE Provides standard Centronics parallel interface to external printer Registered trademark EXTERNAL ALC INPUT Option 06 Connects external detector signal to internal RF output level ing circuits for signal source Selection of internal or external ALC detectors is made via the LEVELING key located in the SOURCE key group External level detector signal output requirements positive or negative polarity signal 5 200 mV amplitude HORIZONTAL OUTPUT Sweep Ramp output signal 0 to 10V nominal Instantaneous voltage proportional to present position of sweep within sweep range PRINTER SWITCH SETTINGS CHART This chart shows the correct switch settings for common print ers using Centronics parallel interface A copy of this chart is contained in Table A 5 Figure A 1 54XXA Rear Panel Layout Showing Connector Locations 54XXAOM APPENDIX REAR PANEL CONNECTORS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 54XXAOM PIN NAME FUNCTION Monochrome not used Mono Dots not used not used not used Key Pin Mono Return not u
63. F MENU RECALL REMOTE TO LOCAL TEST EE ee Figure 3 8 SYSTEM FUNCTIONS Key Group 3 12 SYSTEM FUNCTION KEY GROUP AND MENUS This key group consists of the keys and indicator LED shown in Figure 3 8 The main menus and submenus associated with these keys are described below and in Figures 3 20 and 3 21 located behind Operating Menus tab 3 12 1 SYSTEM MENU Key and Menus Displays the menu shown in Figure 3 20 Submenus from this menu perform the following functions s Reset the 54XXA to factory selected initial front panel control settings e Set the configuration of the frequency source and network analyzer portions of the 54XXA e Select testing modes for different applications The submenus selected from the main menu enable the user to control the system configuration and measurement functions listed below a Measurement Data Points Sets the num ber of measurement Data Points to 51 101 201 or 401 This also sets the number of frequencies output by the internal signal source for each measurement trace b Controls Reset Function Resets the 54XXA front panel control settings to factory selected values Previously saved Calibration Frequency Marker and Limits data may be selectively re tained through the reset function via selections from the RESET submenu Figure 3 20 This reset function does not dear any detector offsets in effect To clear detector offsets press the CALIBRATION key and se
64. G TAKEN CALIBRATION COMPLETED CONNECT TEST DEVICE PRESS SELECT WHEN READY 54XXA OM IV MEASUREMENT AND TRANSMISSION AND AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES RETURN LOSS MEASUREMENTS Table 4 3 Transmission and Return Loss Measurements Sheet 1 of 3 Setup and Calibration Connect test equipment per Figure 4 1 except do not connect the test device Turn the printer on Depress the 54XXA POWER pushbutton on At the conclusion of the self test ALL TESTS PASSED will be displayed and the screen display should resemble that shown below The control settings may differ from those shown as the 54XXA will come on line with the same control settings as when turned off Ensure that both channels are ON and that Channel 1 is set for TRANSMISSION and Channel 2 for RETURN LOSS 1 TRANSMSSN A 10 0 dB DIV OFFSET 0 0dB 2 RETN LOSS B 10 0 dB DIV OFFSET 0 0dB START 0 0100 GHz STOP 8 4000 GHz 200 MHz DIV 401 pts LEVEL 7 0 dBm Set the 54XXA signal source to the desired frequency range and power output level for the test For the example included in this table next page the start frequency is 2 0 GHz the stop frequency is 8 4 GHz and the power output is set to 7 0 dBm Press the CALIBRATION key and follow the directions given in the calibration menu sequence Refer to Table 4 6 for an explanation of the calibration menus After finishing the calibration connect the test device and RF detector
65. GURE gt gt CONFIGURE SEC TITLE ENTRY desired character then press RECALL MODE RECALL MODE ENTER or SELECT Repeat as Enter number of Front Panel use A THEN ABCDEFGHIJKL necessary to complete title string SAVE RECALL FRONT PANEL Setup for Single Butt y MNOPQRSTUVWX MODE SET UP ONLY etup for Single Button PRESS SELECT Keypad keys may be used for Return to main menu T Recall YZ 0123456789 numeric character entry A 1 TO 9 lt gt USE W THEN Aas Select CLR to cl ire titl ENTER MEMORY CALIBRATION If setting for Calibration cipal to Cigar entire tiho NUMBER TRACE MEMORY Setup recall enter number CLR DEL DONE USE KNOB TO SELECT TEXT PRESS ENTER OR SELECT OR USE KEYPAD entry select DEL to erase previous character entered select DONE to exit Same as HARD COPY TITLE ENTRY Menu AND SET UP 1 4 ONLY of desired setup If setting for Trace Memory data recall enter number of desired Trace Memory TRACE MEMORY 1 4 ONLY USE A THEN 3 29 3 30 ENTER MEMORY NUMBER GPIB MODE CHANGE WARNING SEE NOTE ON REAR PANEL SYSTEM PLOTTER ae e Plotter Setup A USE Y THEN PRESS SELECT menu See Figure 3 2 A Alternate menu titles RECALL MODE CALIBRATION TRACE MEMORY AND SETUP Aro exit this menu press CLEAR Key Nro exit these menus without change press CLEAR key or any menu function key RECALL MODE or TRACE MEMORY
66. Hz Impedance Ohms Return Loss dB Diode Replacement Module Input Connector 5400 71B75 1 to 1000 BNC Male 10 88 5400 71N50 1 to 3000 N Male 5400 71N75 560 7A50 1 to 3000 N Male Table 1 9 560 Series Detectors Frequency Range 10 MHz to 18 0 GHz Impedance Ohms Input Connector GPC 7 Serv Center Replacement Diode Replacement Module 560 A 7219 A 560 7N 50B 10 MHz to 20 GHz N Male 560 A C 24441 560 7550B 10 MHz to 20 GHz WSMA Male 560 A C 24441 560 7550 2 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz WSMA Male 560 A 7219 B 560 7K 50 54XXA OM 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz K Male ND19393 1 12 I GENERAL INFORMATION PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF AUTOTESTERS AND RF DETECTORS 1 10 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF SWR AUTOTESTERS AND RF DETECTORS The 560 Series SWR Autotesters and RF Detectors are high quality precision laboratory devices that contain General Precision class Connectors GPC s Follow the precautions listed below when handling or connecting these devices Complying with these precautions will guarantee longer component life and less equipment downtime due to connector or device failure Such compliance will ensure that RF component failures are not due to misuse or abuse these two failure causes not covered under the WIL TRON warranty a Beware of destructive Pin Depth of Mating Connectors Based on
67. Hz or MHz Enter the sweep Start Frequency in GHz for Alternate Sweep Enter the sweep Stop Frequency in GHz for Alternate Sweep SECURE MODE ACTIVE USE RESET TO RESTORE FREQ DISPLAY Enter the sweep Stop Sii in GHz i gt A FREQUENCY MENU A A START XX XXXX GHz stop XX XXXX GHz A ALT START XX XXXX GHz ALT STOP XX XXXX GHz PRESS SELECT FOR CENTER WIDTH lt FREQUENCY Enter the sweep Center Finden MENU in GHz CENTER L Enter the Sweep Width in C PPM XX XXXX GHz m Enter the sweep Center Frequenc WIDTH in GHz for Alternate Sweep Pel XX XXXX GHz Enter the Sweep Width in GHz A ALT CENTER of Alternate Sweep XX XXXX GHz D ALT WIDTH i XX XXXX GHz SECURE MODE PRESS SELECT FOR FREQUENCY START STOP MENU Use MENU UP DOWN and SELECT keys to select marker M1 M8 as Active Marker MARKERS y MARKERS 1 4 M1 8 1000 1 8 25dB 2 1 31dB M2 9 1000 1 6 40dB 2 3 21dB M3 OFF M4 11 1000 1 5 66dB 2 5 67dB MARKERS 5 8 PRESS SELECT FOR ON OFF MARKERS 5 8 M5 10 0000 1 2 22dB 2 2 31dB M6 OFF M7 OFF M8 OFF MARKERS 1 4 PRESS SELECT FOR ON OFF A If Alternate Sweep mode previously selected A If Center Width frequency entry previously selected A CHAN 1 trace in Alternate Sweep mode Main Sweep A CHAN 2 trace Enter
68. ION PROCEDURES d Detector Frequency Response The frequency response of the 560 7 series detector introduces a possible measurement error as shown in Figure 5 8 This type of error is normally re moved when a calibration is performed 5 8 RESIDUAL FM TEST This test verifies that the residual FM of the 54XXA signal source is within specified limits The specifi cation for this characteristicis different for the vari ous 54XXA models The residual FM specification for each model type is listed in Table 1 5 in the General Information section of the manual The residual FM measurement is made at the high est signal source output frequency for the particular 54XXA model as this is the frequency at which the residual FM is maximum The Anritsu MS2802 spec trum analyzer is used to down convert the 54XXA signal source output so that the Marconi TF 2304 Modulation meter can be used to measure the FM products a Equipment Required Anritsu MS2802 Spectrum Analyzer Marconi TF 2304 Modulation Meter b Procedure 1 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 5 9 and turn the equipment on 2 Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM MODULATION METER RF INPUT ANRITSU MS 2802A SPECTRUM ANALYZER Figure 5 9 Equipment Setup For Residual FM Test 5 18 3 Turn both meas
69. Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION e SYSTEM FUNCTION Key Group e CURSOR Key Group s HARD COPY Key Group e ENHANCEMENT Key Group 3 4 1 Control Key Operation Many of the front panel control keys produce setup menus when pressed These menus appear at the right side of the screen display Figure 3 1 Other keys such as AUTOSCALE SELF TEST etc perform specific functions directly 3 4 2 Setup Menu Operation Setup menu items are selected by using the MENU Up Down key to position the cursor next to the desired menu selection and pressing the SELECT key There are three types of menu selection items s Those that perform specific functions directly when selected s Those that require data parameter entry before the ENTER key is pressed e Those that produce submenus when selected Menu selections may be cancelled before the ENTER key is pressed by pressing the CLEAR key NOTE While reading this section follow along using the front panel controls and associ ated menus Refer to the figures that de scribe the menus in each group The an notation for these figures describe each menu selection in detail 3 4 3 5 POWER ON SELF TEST AND FRONT PANEL LED ERROR CODES When the 54XXA is turned on or the SELF TEST key is depressed the instrument undergoes a compre hensive self test If the self test passes the message ALL TESTS PASSED is displayed on the screen and the TRACE HOLD LED flashes briefly f the sel
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71. MISSION AND AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES RETURN LOSS MEASUREMENTS Table 4 3 Transmission and Return Loss Measurements Sheet 3 of 3 When using the WILTRON Model Ink Jet 2225C printer verify that the rear switch settings are as shown in Figure 4 1 If the switch settings are changed turn printer off and then on again Also verify that power is applied to the printer and that the reset indicator is not flashing if necessary press the printer RESET switch Press the START PRINT key to print out the data The printout should resemble the example screen display shown below Note that both transmission and return loss measurements are shown in this example Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key on 9 Ifa plotter is connected selecting the PLOTTER MENU will allow you to plot either graticules traces titling cursor information or all of these items select the PLOT ALL function refer to Section IIl Front Panel Operation Return Loss Measurement Measure the return loss of the device under test as follows a Press Channel 1 DISPLAY ON OFF key to off b Press Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key to on c Press Channel 2 AUTOSCALE key Use the cursor readout function to obtain return loss measurement data at frequencies of interest see step 7 To make a hard copy printout of the return loss data proceed in the same manner as described in step 8 above 1 TRANSMSSN A 10 0dB DIV OFFSET 0 0dB 5417A 2 RETNLOSS 10 0 d
72. Models 5407 09 11 75 10 dbm 4 8 dbm Graticule Off Model 5436 10 dBm 7 dBm Hardcopy Plot Type Plot All All Other Models 7 dBm 4dBm Hardcopy Print Type Print All Limits Off Leveling Mode Internal Markers Off Printer Select On Measurement Mode Ch 1 Transmission Input A RF Power On Measurement Mode Ch 2 Return Loss Input B Frequency Information Displayed Reference Line Off Smoothing Mode Off Offset 0 dB Trace Hold Off Resolution 10 dB Number of Data Points 401 Print Text String Length 12 Spaces Start Frequency Low Band Edge Freq LBEF User Title String Length 12 Spaces Stop Frequency High Band Edge Freq HBEF GPIB System Main Address 6 Center Frequency LBEF HBEF LBEF 2 Plotter Address 8 Per Table 1 1 A 2 FRONT PANEL LED ERROR CODES The following table lists the 54XXA Self Test front panel LED error codes These codes relate to error conditions detected during the self test Refer to paragraph 3 5 in Section IIl Front Panel Operation Table A 2 Front Panel LED Error Codes LED Name Condition Fault LED Name Condition Fault HARDCOPY CPU ASM test running SMOOTHING A7 NON VOLATILE RAM fail PRINTER CHAN S 1 8 2 HARDCOPY A6 A7 PERSONALITY fail or LEVELING A7 INTERRUPT CONT
73. NNECTOR FOR 54XXA s STEP For all models 5411A thru 5447A connect WITH 75 OUTPUTS cales high power sensor MA4701A or MA4703A as Wi anan appropriate to the power meter Perform a ANRITSU ML 4803A POWER METER calibration as instructed in the Anritsu ML4803A operations and service manual Do not connect the power sensor to the 54X XA RF POWER SENSOR OUTPUT at this time See Text For models 5407A 5409A and 5411A equipped with a 500 signal source output Figure 5 5 Equipment Setup for Mid Band RF Frequency Signal Channel Verification Test 5 12 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS 4 10 Turn both measurement channels off using the DISPLAY ON OFF keys Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select DATA POINTS Select 101 from the FREQUENCY DATA POINTS menu Connect the power sensor to the 54XXA RF OUTPUT connector Ensure that the power meter Cal Factor is set correctly for the frequency under test For all models equipped with a 50Q signal source output including models 5407A 5409A and 5411A record the power meter reading in Table 5 3c Disconnect the power sensor from the 54XXA For all 5407A 5409A and 5411A units equipped with a 75Q signal source output record the power meter reading in Table 5 3d Disconnect the power sensor from the 54XXA Connect the appropriate RF detector for the 54XXA model being tested between the 54
74. ON SYSTEM RF COMPONENTS 1 12 Detectors The 5400 Series and 560 Series Detectors are used for coaxial transmission loss or gain and power measurements Zero biased Schottky diodes provide a measurement range of 55 dBm to 16 dBm Field replacement of the detector diode is possible with the 5400 71B75 detector and most of the 560 7 Series RF Detectors Tables 1 8 and 1 9 Optional extender cables can be used without degradation in perform ance With suitable coaxial adapters they may be used for waveguide reflectometer measurements The precautions for using these component are de scribed in paragraph 1 10 a 5400 Series Detector Specifications The frequency ranges and input connector types for these detectors are listed in Table 1 8 Maximum Input Power 100 mW Cable Length 122 cm 4 ft Dimensions 7 6 x 2 9 x 2 2 m 3 x 1 1 8 x 7 8 in Weight 170g 6 oz b 560 Series Detector Specifications The frequency ranges and input connector types for these detectors are listed in Table 1 9 Maximum Input Power 100 mW Cable Length 122 cm 4 ft Dimensions 7 6x29x2 2am 3 x 1 1 8 x 7 8 in Weight 170g 6 oz Detector Return Loss 5400 series Return Loss dB 1 1000 2000 3000 Frequency MHz Detector Return Loss 560 series 15 Minimum 20 0 0 04 8 0 18 0 26 5 Frequency GHz Return Loss dB Table 1 8 5400 Series Detectors Frequency Range M
75. REMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT PROCEDURE Table 4 1 Operational Checkout Procedure 1 Connect the RF detector between the RF OUTPUT connector and the INPUT A connector as shown below 54XXA SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM 0000 jo 00000 jo oe o A INPUT 2 Depress the 54XXA POWER pushbutton on At the conclusion of the self test ALL TESTS PASSED will be dis played and the screen should be similar to that shown below The display may differ from that shown as the 54XXA will power up with the same control settings as when turned off If necessary select the RESET function from the SYSTEM MENU to return the 54XXA to factory selected control settings Note default settings for differ ent models differ for example models 5407A 5409A and 5411A display frequencies in MHz 1 TRANSMSSN A 10 0dB DIV OFFSET 0 0dB 2 RETN LOSS B 10 0dB DIV OFFSET 0 0dB 5417A STOP 8 4 GHz START 0 0100 GHz 401 pts LEVEL 7 0 dBm 200 MHz DIV Press the GRATICULE ON OFF key to turn on the graticule display Press the Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key to off to remove trace 2 from the screen display Press the OUTPUT POWER key SOURCE key group and set the power level to 0 0 dBm Press the Channel 1 MENU key and select the POWER menu option Then select SELECT INPUTS option and set for INPUT A Press the CURSOR key to obtain a cursor data readout
76. RF components returned for repair destructive pin depth of mating connectors is the major cause of failure in the field When an RF component connector is mated with a connector having a destructive pin depth damage will usu ally occur to the RF component connector A de structive pin depth is one that is too long in respect to the reference plane of the connector Figure 1 2 The center pin of a precision RF component con nector has a precision tolerance measured in mils 1 1000 inch The mating connectors of various RF components may not be precision types Consequently the center pins of these de vices may not have the proper depth The pin depth of DUT connectors should be measured to assure compatibility before attempting to mate them with SWR Autotester or detector connec tors A WILTRON Pin Depth Gauge Figure 1 3 b Figure 1 3 Pin Depth Gauge F region the center pin is too long see Table 1 10 Mating under this condition will probably damage the precision RF component connector If the test device connector measures out of tol erance in the region the center pin is too short This will not cause damage but it will result in a poor connection and a consequent degradation in performance Avoid Over Torquing Connectors Over torquing connectors is destructive it may damage the connector center pin Always use a connector torque wrench 8 inch pounds when tightening GPC 7 WSMA and K type connec
77. ROLLER fail PLOTTER A7 POWER DOWN fail INTERNAL CURSOR A7 EPROM U32 check sum fail LEVELING A7 TIMESLICE GENERATOR fail ON OFF EXTERNAL CURSOR A7 EPROM U30 check sum fail UNLEVELED A7 GPIB Interface fail RELATIVE DISPLAY CHAN 1 A7 EPROM US1 check sum fail RF ON N A reserved DISPLAY CHAN 2 A7 PROGRAM RAM fail REMOTE A2 KEYBOARD INTERFACE fail AVERAGING A8 LOAD GSP fail CALIBRATION A3 SIGNAL CHANNEL PRESET or CHANNEL 1 UNCAL A5 SIGNAL CHANNEL ADC fail AVERAGING A8 PIPE INTERFACE fail TRACE HOLD Self Test finished CHANNEL 2 This LED designates one of two failures PRINTER LED normally flashes during Self Test TRACE HOLD LED flashes briefly at end of Self Test 54XXA OM A 3 ERROR WARNING MESSAGES APPENDIX A 3 54XXA ERROR WARNING MESSAGES The following table lists the warning and error messages that are displayed on the 54XXA screen whenever the error conditions described in the table have been detected Refer to paragraph 3 6 in Section IIl Front Panel Operation Table A 3 54XXA Warning Error Messages 1 of 4 ERROR WARNING MESSAGES Error warning messages are displayed by the 54XXA for the conditions described below These messages warn that some unusual instrument condition exists In some cases the user may elect to continue to use the 54XXA without taking the suggested remedial action included with the error message description below This is not possible with Error Warning Message 14
78. SERIES 54XXA SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS OPERATION MANUAL Wiltron 490 JARVIS DRIVE e MORGAN HILL CA 95037 2809 P N 10410 00118 REVISION E PRINTED DECEMBER 1994 COPYRIGHT 1993 WILTRON CO WARRANTY The WILTRON product s listed on the title page is are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of shipment except for YIG tuned oscillators which are warranted for two years WILTRON s obligation covers repairing or replacing products which prove to be defective during the warranty period Buyers shall prepay transportation charges for equipment returned to WILTRON for warranty repairs Obligation is limited to the original purchaser WILTRON is not liable for consequential damages LIMITATION OF WARRANTY The foregoing warranty does not apply to WILTRON connectors that have failed due to normal wear Also the warranty does not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by the Buyer unauthorized modification or misuse or operation outside of the environmental specifications of the product No other warranty is expressed or implied and the remedies provided herein are the Buyer s sole and exclusive remedies NOTICE WILTRON Company has prepared this manual for use by WILTRON Company personnel and customers as a guide for the proper installation operation and maintenance of WIL TRON Company equipment and computer programs The drawings specifications and i
79. SWR Autotester Mismatch Uncertainty Typical with 560 Series Components 1 4 1 2 1 0 0 8 15 dB Return Loss 0 6 0 4 Uncertainty Caused by Mismatch dB 20 dB Return Loss Transmission Measurement 0 2 0 01 04 8 12 4 Frequency GHz Based on worst case analysis of uncertainties dueto return loss of the detector SWR Autotester N type connecting cables and the return loss of the measured reflection 54XXA OM Overall Coaxial Return Loss Measurement Accuracy Uncertainties resulting from SWR Autotester and signal source frequency response and from system open and short characteristics are auto matically subtracted from test data Overall accuracy is then SWR Autotester Accuracy Return Loss Channel Accuracy Accuracy SWR Autotester Accuracy 1 560 Series Accuracy of Measured Reflection Coefficient p Model 10 MHz 8 GHz 8 18 GHz 18 26 5 GHz 560 97A50 560 97A50 1 0 016 0 06p 0 016 0 10 p 0 010 0 06 p 0 0105 0 10 p NA 560 97N50 0 018 0 08 p 0 018 0 12 p 560 97N50 1 0 013 0 08p 0 013 0 12 p NA 560 97NF50 0 018 0 12p 0 0185 0 12 p 560 97NF50 1 0 013 0 12p 0 013 0 12 p NA 560 98S50 0 014 0 10p 0 014 0 10p 0 016 0 12 p 560 98850 1 0 010 0 10p 0 010 0 10p 0 0134 0 12 p 560 98SF50 0 014 0 10p 0 014 0 10p 0 016 0 12 p 560 98SF50 1 0
80. Step 8 of Table 4 3 5AXXA MM IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ALTERNATING SWEEP MEASUREMENTS 1 TRANSMSSN A 10 0 dB DIV 2 TRANSMSSN A 0 1 dB DIV OFFSET 0 0 dB OFFSET 0 1 dB START 0 0100 GHz STOP 2 0000 GHz START 0 0100 GHz ALT STOP 0 5000 GHz 401 pts LEVEL 47 0 dBm a Alternating sweep mode measurement display of the transmission characteristics of a 500 MHz filter The pass band starts at 10 MHz and extends to about 500 MHz Trace 2 shows an expanded view of the pass band The start and stop frequencies for trace 2 are marked ALT in the second frequency parameter line below the graticle display 1 TRANSMSSN A 10 0 dB DIV OFFSET 40 0 dB 2 RETN LOSS B 10 0dB DIV 417A OFFSET 10 0 dB 2 TRACE 2 OFFSET REFERENCE 10 dB START 0 0100 GHz START 0 0100 GHz ALT 401 pts STOP 2 0000 GHz STOP 0 5000 GHz LEVEL 47 0 dBm b Alternating sweep mode measurement display of the return loss characteristics of the same 500 MHz filter Trace 2 shows an expanded view of the return loss characteristics As shown the maximum return loss is approximately 66 dB at 500 MHz the minumum is approximately 10 dB Note that the Trace 2 Reference Line is offset by 10 dB Figure 4 2 Examples of Alternating Sweep M ode Measurements 54XXA MM 4 11
81. UT A connector and the RF source as shown in the setup diagram For a swept frequency power measurement the 54XXA and the RF source must be synchronized The signal from the 54XXA rear panel HORIZONTAL OUTPUT can be used to trigger or drive the RF source for this application CAUTION Before performing the measurement determine that the power output of the RF source will not exceed the maximum input power limit for the detector and or matching adaptors used Use a suitable attenuator if necessary 54XXA SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM RF SOURCE TO BE MEASURED OUT gt SYNCHRONIZATION SIGNAL See Text IMPEDANCE ADAPTOR ATTENUATOR IF USED DETECTOR Set the Channel 2 display off Press the Channel 1 MENU key and select the POWER measurement option Verify that input A is selected as the input connector for Channel 1 Press the CALIBRATION key and select the DC CAL MENU option Using the MENU and SELECT keys select the ON option from the SET DC CAL submenu see menu diagram NOTE This mode of operation sets the 54XXA to perform power measurements with the autozero function of each active i e POWER measurement channel disabled The autozero correction voltage for each active channel is held at the value in effect when the DC CAL function was enabled The message DC CAL is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen when this operating mode is active
82. XXA A INPUT and the RF OUTPUT connector See Equipment Required above Press the Channel 1 MENU key and set for power measurement using INPUT A as input Press the CURSOR key to obtain a cursor readout on the 54XXA screen display Record the cursor reading in the space provided in Table 5 3c or Table 5 3d as appropriate The difference between the power meter reading taken in Step 7 and the cursor reading is the 54XXA Signal Channel Error Calculate the maximum allowable signal channel error using the formula below This Absolute Power N dl sf Preso i Accuracy Accurac Response formula calculates the overall error as the root sum square of all the relevant measure ment errors For models 5419A thru 5436A refer to Fig ures 5 7 and 5 8 page 5 17 to determine the Channel Accuracy value and the Detector F re quency Response value at the mid band fre quency and input power level used for the test For models 5407A 5409A and 5411A Refer to Table 1 3 page 1 8 to determine the Channel Accuracy value and the Detector Frequency Response value at 50 MHz Re 54XXA OM 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 minder 50 MHz is used as the test frequency for models 5407A 5409A 5411A and 5417A and 5447A Verify that the 54XXA cursor reading is less than the maximum allowable error calculated in step 10 Repeat steps 6 thru 11 for signal channel in puts B and R if present Switch
83. a readout item in the display matches the color of the associated measurement trace Rear panel 15 pin D type connector provided Input A and Input B Connects detected outputs from WILTRON 5400 Series or 560 Series SWR Autotesters and Detectors to internal selection measurement and display circuits Front panel multi pin connectors Op tion 05 adds third reference input R The operation and function of this input is identical to the A and B inputs 54XXA OM Input R Option 5 only Same as inputs A and B but may be used as reference channel for A R or B R ratio measurements Parallel Printer Interface Connects 54XXA to external Centronics compatible printer Rear panel connector Horizontal Output Provides 0 10V Sweep Ramp signal Rear panel BNC type connector GPIB IEEE 488 Option 3 only Connects external computer or GPIB controller to 54XXA GPIB function Also provides connection to external plotter Rear panel GPIB interface connector External ALC Input Option 6 only Connects exter nal detector signal to internal RF source output leveling circuits Rear panel BNC type connector External signal requirements positive or negative polarity signal 30 200 mV GENERAL Non Volatile Memory Retains front panel control set tings in memory for up to 10 years Whenever 54XXA is turned on control setting are set to the same func tions and values that were in effect when power was removed For security ap
84. acy indudes the effects of directivity first term and test port reflection second term over the frequency range p is the measured reflection coefficient Power Measurement Accuracy Detector Frequency Response Absolute Power Accuracy Channel Accuracy Detector Frequency Response 5400 Series 0 6 ul ES 0 3 50 amp 75 Ohm 0 2 0 1 0 Frequency Response 1 1000 2000 Frequency MHz Refer to paragraph 1 9 2 and Table 1 8 for further specifica tions for 5400 series detectors 54XXA OM I GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Table 1 4 Analyzer Accuracy Specifications Using 562 Series System Components ANALYZER ACCURACY SUMMARY USING 560 SERIES COMPONENTS Channel Accuracy 25 1 6 1 4 1 2 1 0 0 8 0 6 0 4 0 2 Accuracy dB 00 46 10 10 20 30 40 50 55 Input Power dBm Transmission Loss or Gain Accuracy Uncertainties from frequency response of components are automat ically subtracted from test data during the calibration procedure Overall accuracy is then Transmission Loss or Gain Accuracy Channel Accuracy Mismatch Uncertainty E ffects of signal source test device SWR Autotester and detec tor mismatch can be significant This mismatch uncertainty is minimized by WILTRON S exceptionally low reflection char acteristics of the signal source detector and
85. alue will be displayed at bottom of screen display ALTERNATE MARKERS SWEEP EXTERNAL A A lt gt LEVELING L selected gt FREQUENCY ALTERNATE If SECURE MODE Active If SECURE MODE Active ge LEVELING RF ON OFF Selects between the internat power detector and external power detector to be used Is cae AOS AA ower on and off with the RF output leveling Nes i text circuits see text 3 EXTERNAL Selected y EXTERNAL LEVELING CONNECT EXTERNAL LEVELING DETECTOR Connect output of external detector to rear panel PRESS SELECT EXTERNAL ALC input WHEN READY connector see text EXTERNAL LEVELING Message displayed briefly PASSED Returns to previous operating mode 54XXA OM O INTERNAL o L Hrs the frequency EXTERNAL source RF Output Y POWER LEVEL MENU SET EXTERNAL LEVELING POWER XX X MAY NEED RESCALING PRESS SELECT TO RESCALE EXTERNAL DETECTOR EXTERNAL LEVELING PASSED Returns to previous operating mode Misa m gt FREQUENC MENU START XX XXXX GHz STOP XX XXXX GHz PRESS SELECT FOR CENTER WIDTH FREQUENCY gt MENU A CENTER 7 XX XXXX GHz WIDTH XX XXXX GHz PRESS SELECT FOR START STOP Enter the desired frequency source RF Output power level Message displayed briefly 3 25 3 26 Enter the sweep Start Frequency in G
86. andwidth but requires more time to generate the measurement data and display It is an effective method of reducing the effects of random type noise in the measurement data 3 15 2 SMOOTHING Key Indicators and Menu Displays a menu that allows five levels of trace smoothing filtering to be selected for the channel s selected Figure 3 24 This form of data smoothing reduces the effective bandwidth of the measurement display system and requires some extra time how ever the display is correct after just one sweep 54XXA OM Table 3 1 Plot Progress Messages Plot Progress Plot Plotter Condition Message Progress PLEASE WAIT Normal Normal LOADING PLOT BUFFER PLOTTER TYPE 7470A PLEASE WAIT Error Plotter needs to be re initialized on off or LOADING replace paper or PLOT BUFFER no paper condition or PAPER UNCLAMPED PLOTTER TYPE ERROR 7470A NOT READY HARDCOPY Error Plot STOP command FAILED issued or plotter disconnected or plotter stopped during plot PLEASE WAIT Error Plotter disconnected or plotter GPIB interface LOADING problem PLOT BUFFER Then J PLOTTER Error NOT READY 3 15 3 Smoothing Mode Selection Selection of the measurement channel s acted on by the SMOOTHING submenu selections is done from the ANALYZER configuration submenu which is invoked from the SYSTEM MENU Key main menu Figure 3 20 The ANALYZER submenu allows the user to set for COUPLED smooth
87. area As shown alternate cursor readout may be dis played here also menu selectable Channel 2 Measurement Trace Display of meas ured values for Channel 2 Cursor Readout Menu Display Area Cursor readout values or setup menus are displayed in this area of the screen Reference Line Indicator Channel 2 Indicates reference point for all Channel 2 ampli tude values see 3 above Cursor Data Readout Display Readout data for main cursor and or relative cursor if active dis played here Frequencies are displayed in MHz for models 5407A 5409A 5411A and in GHz for all other models System Status Display System status conditions displayed here such as TRACE HOLD ALTER NATE SWEEP etc Model number is default display Figure 3 1 Typical Model 54XXA Screen Display 54XXA OM 3 5 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM ENHANCEMEY f Le 1 CHANNEL ETWORK ANALYZER SOURCE 2 o o E L 1 LJ o RFOUTPUT o POWER ON OFF When pressed to ON power is applied to the instrument and a self test is initiated INTENSITY Displays menu that allows adjustment screen display and graticule intensity GRATICULE ON OFF Turns the display graticule on and off Tick marks showing where the graticule lines would be are displayed w
88. as shown in Figure 4 1 Transmission Loss Measurement Measure the transmission loss as follows a Press the Channel 2 DISPLAY ON OFF key to off b Press the Channel 1 AUTOSCALE key This gives an optimum vertical display of the test data Read the transmission loss by interpolating the displayed graphic or read out the measurement data at points of interest by using the cursor functions as described in step 7 next page The example on the next page shows a screen display for a transmission measurement of the upper frequency response of a band pass filter The model used in this example is a model 5417A Models 5407A 5409A and 5411A do not operate at the frequencies shown however they perform identically within their frequency ranges 54XXA MM 4 7 TRANSMISSION AND IV MEASUREMENT AND RETURN LOSS MEASUREMENTS AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES Table 4 3 Transmission and Return Loss Measurements Sheet 2 of 3 7 To use the cursor functions to read out the results of a measurement proceed as follows Press the CURSOR key The cursor readout menu will display the readout data at the present cursor position Use the DATA ENTRY knob to move the cursor to the desired point on the measurement trace Read the transmission level from the cursor readout display For the example shown the transmission level at 3 5411 GHz is 0 16 dB Using the DATA ENTRY knob move the cursor to the bottom of the filter skirt and read the frequency and tra
89. certainty 500 Components 0 75 15 dB Return Loss 20 dB Return Loss Uncertainty Caused by Mismatch dB Transmissiom Measurement 1000 2000 Frequency MHz Mismatch Uncertainty 750 Components 0 75 Transmissiom Measurement Uncertainty Caused by Mismatch dB 1000 2000 Frequency MHz Based on worst case analysis of uncertainties dueto return loss of the detector SWR Autotester N type connecting cables and the return loss of the measured reflection 1 8 Overall Coaxial Return Loss Measurement Accuracy Uncertainties resulting from SWR Autotester and signal source frequency response and from system open and short characteristics are auto matically subtracted from test data Overall accuracy is then Return Loss Accuracy Channel 7 Accuracy SWR Autotester Accuracy SWR Autotester Accuracyt 5400 Series Accuracy of Measured Reflection Coefficient p 1 MHz to 1000 MHz 1 MHz to 2000 MHz 1 MHz to 3000 MHz 5400 6B75 0 010 0 10 p N A N A 5400 6N50 5400 6NF50 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 5400 6N75 5400 6NF75 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 05 p 0 010 0 08 p 0 010 0 08 p t SWR Autotester Directivity and Frequency Sensitivity specifications are shown in Tables 1 6 Accur
90. computer equipped with National PCIIA GPIB interface card Any IBM compatible or WILTRON Model 85 or HP Model 200 RF Detector 1 50Q input 1 0 to 3000 MHz 2 75Q input 1 0 to 3000 MHz 3 0 010 to 18 5 GHz 4 0 010 to 26 5 GHz WILTRON Model 5400 71N50 WILTRON Model 5400 71N75 WILTRON Model 560 7N50 WILTRON Model 560 7K50 Impedance Adapter Converts from 50Q To 750 WILTRON Model 12N75B Digital Multimeter Resolution 4 1 2 digits to 20V DC Accuracy 0 002 2 counts DC Input Impedance 10 MQ AC Accuracy 0 07 100 counts to 20 kHz AC Input Impedance 1 MQ John Fluke Mfg Co Inc Model 8840A with Option 8840A 09 True RMS AC Frequency Counter Frequency 0 1 to 26 5 GHz Input Impedance 500 EIP Microwave Inc Model 578A Modulation Meter Bandwidth 15 kHz Accuracy 3 of FSD at 1 kHz Marconi Instruments Inc Model 2304 Oscilloscope Bandwidth DC to 150 MHz Sensitivity 2 mV Horiz Sensitivity 50 ns division Tektronix Inc Model 2445 Power Meter with Power Sensor 50Q input Power Sensor 750 input Power Sensor Power Sensor Atten Calibration Power Range 10 to 55 dBm Other 50 MHz Calibrated Output Frequency Range 1 0 MHz to 2 0 GHz Power Range 30 to 20 dBm Frequency Range 1 0 MHz to 5 5 GHz Power Range 30 to 20 dBm Frequency Range 0 10 to 18 0 GHz Power Range 30 to 20 dBm Power Range 70 to
91. cular model e The external SWR Autotester and or detector used with the 54XXA 54XXA OM Table 1 1 54XXA Model Frequency Ranges Frequency Range GHz Table 1 1 lists the frequency ranges of all 54XXA models Tables 1 6 through 1 9 list the frequency ranges for the WILTRON SWR Autotesters and de tectors normally used with the 54XXA 1 5 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Depending on the test to be performed a SWR Autotester and or one or more detectors are required to complete the test setup refer to Section IV Measurement and Calibration Procedures These de vices produce the detected signals that are processed and displayed by the 54XXA system WILTRON 5400 and 560 series SWR Autotesters and detectors are listed in Tables 1 6 through 1 9 1 6 OPTIONS The various standard options that are available for the model 54XXA are described below Contact your WILTRON representative for further information e Rack Mount Option 1 Adds kit that pro vides mounting brackets and chassis track slides for 54XXA Scalar Measurement Systems These track slides have 90 degree tilt capability 1 3 ACCESSORIES I GENERAL INFORMATION e 70dB Step Attenuator Options 2 2A and 2B These options add an internal 70 dB attenuator to the 54XXA signal source Option 2 is for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A Option 2A is for models with upper band edge up to 20 GHz includes model 5447A Option 2B is for mo
92. del 5436A only These attenuators are switchable in 10 dB steps using the front panel keys and menus or under GPIB control Option 3 The specifications for these options are included in Table 1 3 e GPIB Operation Option 3 Adds interface circuitry and rear panel connector for IEEE 488 Interface Bus GPIB to 54XXA The 54X XA GPIB controller operates with any IBM XT AT or PS 2 compatible computer controller equipped with a National Instruments GPIB PCII IIA interface card and NI 488 MS DOS Handler Software The procedures for installing this hardware and soft ware in your computer is contained in Appendix B at the rear of this manual e Signal Source 75 Q Output Option 4 Provides 75 signal source output This option available for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A only e Third Input Connector Option 5 Adds Reference input connector R to front panel This option allows input signal ratios A R and B R to be displayed and subsequently printed plotted e External Leveling Option 6 Adds rear panel EXTERNAL LEVELING connector The signal applied tothis input controls the RF output of the 54XXA internal signal source The output power level will be determined by the detector type detector location any additional attenuation in leveling loop and by the OUTPUT POWER key menu setting This option allows the 54XXA RF output to be leveled from a remote location using a directional detector or similar Extende
93. display Press the RF ON OFF key to off and confirm that the trace moves downward to a noise floor of approximately 60 dBm Press the RF ON OFF key to on and confirm that the cursor readout value is approximately 0 0 dBm Press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power level to 6 0 dBm confirm that the cursor readout value changes to approximately 6 0 dBm 54XXA OM 4 5 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES Table 4 2 CALIBRATION Key Menus and Procedure CALIBRATION is the process whereby losses inherent in a transmission or return loss measurement system are measured and stored in internal memory This stored calibration data is then later subtracted from subsequent measurement data Pressing the CALIBRATION key initiates the sequence of menus shown below This sequence is for a typical test setup Figure 4 1 where the Channel 1 trace has been selected to display transmission loss or gain from input A and the Channel 2 trace displays return loss from input B When the calibration sequence is complete the losses inherent in the SWR Autotester Adapter RF detector and cabling will have been measured and stored In all future measurement that use the same test configuration and the same output power level the stored losses will be subtracted from subsequent measurement data Conse quently the results displayed will be the measured characteristics of the test device plus minor non recu
94. e SELECT key 54XXA OM NOTE When frequency markers coincide with displayed graticule lines the resultant vertical line approximates a solid line 3 11 4 OUTPUT POWER Key Allows the RF output level power of the signal source to be set Figure 3 19 The data entry keys or the data entry knob may be used to enter the desired power level The screen display LEVEL indicator is highlighted to show the new value 3 11 55 RF ON OFF Key and Indicator This key turns the signal source RF output power on or off The RF OFF indicator is lit when the output power is off 3 11 6 LEVELING Key and Indicators This key connects the internal RF output power lev eling circuits to either the internal RF output detec tor signal or the external detector output signal from the rear panel EXTERNAL ALC INPUT The INTER NAL and EXTERNAL LEDs indicate the detector se lected The UNLEVELED LED is lit whenever the source RF output is unleveled This condition is usu ally caused by insufficient signal applied to the EX TERNAL ALC INPUT CAUTION Depending on the application excessive source RF output power may be produced with noinput connected to the EXTERNAL ALC INPUT Damage to sensitive test de vices or sensitive test components may result Always setup for this mode of op eration with the source output off 3 11 SYSTEM FUNCTION KEY GROUP AND MENUS Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION SYSTEM FUNCTIONS SYSTEM SAVE RETURN SEL
95. e for Channel 1 and Channel 2 Enter integer value from 1 to 10 default value 1 Enter integer value from 1 to 10 default value 1 Enter Offset value 0 to 99 9999 MHz for Models 5407 09 11 0 to 99 9999 GHz for all other models default value 0 Invokes Frequency Scaling mode if off Uses currently set scaling parameters see text Cancels Frequency Scaling mode Figure 3 20 SYSTEM MENU Key Menus Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION SAVE RECALL KEY MENUS AND RETURN TO LOCAL KEY MENUS 54XXA OM KEY GROUP SYSTEM FUNCTIONS GPIB Interface Set to PLOTTER Mode GPIB MODE IS SET TO PLOTTER ONLY SYSTEM GPIB MODE IS NOT SELECTED PRESS SELECT TO CHANGE ZA GPIB MOD SYSTEM SAVE RETURN SELF MENU RECALL REMOTE TOLOCAL TEST RECALL lt RECALL B FRONT PANEL Recalls a previously SAVE GPIB Interface SET UP ONLY stored control panel Set to SYSTEM Mode 1 TO 9 setup from setup PREVIEW storage memory gt PREVIEW Displays front panel setups CALIBRATION locations 1 thru 9 RECALL TRACE on the screen from memory pe eri MEMORIES FOR SET UP locations 1 9 1 TO 4 ONLY Recalls a previously SAVE TRACE PRESS 1 9 saved calibration _ _ Lists stored setups on A trace and front panel MEMORIES
96. e handler whenever the computer is booted The program then prompts you to run the hardware diagnostic program IBDIAG to insure the GPIB PCII IIA card is installed and working properly 4 Run the software program IBCONF to change the default software configuration options of the GPIB handler At the DOS prompt Type IBCONF Press lt ENTER gt 5 Follow the instructions on the display The program firsts displays a device map for the GPIB card Figure B 2 Select the GPIB PCII IIA Card or device whose parameters you wish to display then press the function key F8 Change the configuration of the GPIB PC II IIA card to that shown in Figure B 3 and verify the configuration of the device DEV6 matches Figure B 4 6 Reboot your computer to install the GPIB handler software and the software configuration changes 7 Runthe software diagnostic program IBTEST to verify that the GPIB handler software is installed correctly To do this at the DOS prompt Type CD GPIB PC Press lt ENTER gt Type IBTEST Press lt ENTER gt If errors are encountered refer to Appendix B of the GPIB PC Users Manual that accompanied your GPIB board for an explanation of the errors and their solutions B 2 54XXA OM INSTALLING NI 488 APPENDIX B MS DOS HANDLER SOFTWARE National Instruments Device Map for Board GPIBO IBM PC AT Xx Use cursor control keys to select a device or board GPIBO Use function keys below to select desired acti
97. e less than stop frequency Center Width Sweeps frequency upward from CENTER WIDTH 2 to CENTER WIDTH 2 Alternate Sweep Sweeps alternately between frequency ranges set differently for Channels 1 and 2 CW Source output is a single frequency f Start Frequency when both display channels are turned off Start Frequency Accuracy 100 kHz for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A and 200 kHz for all other models Output Power Depends on model see Table 1 5 Power Level Conirol Internally Leveled Front panel control adjusts power over a 10 dB range stand ard or from 70 0 dBm to maximum leveled power when Option 2 2A or Option 2B 70 dB Step Attenuator is installed paragraph 1 6 External Leveling Option 6 When used with external microwave detector source output power is 1 6 maintained at constant level by detector output signal refer to paragraph 1 6 Detector connects to rear panel EXTERNAL LEVELING connector and must pro vide a positive or negative polarity detected signal of 30 to 200 mV Power Level Control With External Leveling Option 6 Front panel control adjusts power over a 10 dB range determined by external leveling detector output Attenuator Optional 70 dB Step Attenuator with 10 dB steps Option 2 models 5407A 5409A and 5411A 2A models with upper band edge lt 20 GHz or 2B model 5436A Markers The numerical amplitude of the test data and frequency are displayed for both
98. e signal processing switching and display circuitry of the 54XXA via the three input signal connectors INPUT A IN PUT B and INPUT R 3 8 1 POWER ON OFF Pushbutton This latching pushbutton turns the instrument on and off When pressed ON it applies power to the unit and initiates a self test The self test function is described in paragraph 3 12 5 SELF TEST Key 3 8 2 INTENSITY Control Pushbutton Displays the intensity control menu on the screen see Figure 3 24 page 3 35 The selections from this menu enable the user to adjust the CRT and or graticule display intensity using either the data en try knob or the keypad 54XXA OM 3 8 3 GRATICULE ON OFF Pushbutton Turns the screen display graticule on and off When off tick lines are displayed in the margins to show the location of the graticule markings 3 8 4 TRACE HOLD Key Freezes the measurement data which can then be manipulated 1 by adding or changing limit or marker values or 2 by changing offset or resolution values Indicator is lit while the data is frozen which occurs when the TRACE HOLD or HARD COPY START keys are activated 3 8 5 MENU Up Down Key Moves the menu cursor up or down to indicate the menu item that can be selected These keys are active whenever any menu is displayed 3 8 6 SELECT Key When pressed selects the menu item adjacent to the menu cursor This key is used in conjunction with the MENU up down key 3 8 7 The
99. e voltage selector drum by pulling straight SELECTOR 7 DRUM out FUSE CAVITY AN Rotate the drum so that the desired line voltage marking faces out then reinstall the drum Remove the fuse cartridge from the right hand fuseholder The fuse cartridge is identified with a white arrow and is located beneath the voltage selector drum Check that the proper fuse is installed see table Change to the correct fuse if necessary and replace the fuse cartridge Close the cover and ensure that the desired line voltage value is displayed through the opening in the cover Reinstall the line cord Fuse Sizes Ratings and Part Numbers Line Voltage Wiltron P N Wiltron P N Setting i i Fuse Fuse Holder 115Vac USA Japan 4 0A Antisurge 3 AG 553 221 230 Vac UK Europe 2 0A Antisurge 5 x 20 mm 553 240 Figure 2 1 Setting the Line Voltage Module Operating Voltage 54XXA OM 2 5 WILTRON SERVICE CENTERS Il INSTALLATION 2 6 UNITED STATES WILTRON COMPANY 490 Jarvis Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 2809 Telephone 408 778 2000 Telex 285227 WILTRON MH FAX 408 778 0239 ANRITSU WILTRON SALES COMPANY 685 Jarvis Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 2809 Telephone 408 776 8300 FAX 408 776 1744 ANRITSU WILTRON SALES COMPANY 10 Kingsbridge Road Fairfield NJ 07004 Telephone 201 227 8999 FAX 201 575 0092 AUSTRALIA WILTRON PTY
100. earch to right of the present main cursor position Value RIGHT searched for is the dB SEARCH value BANDWIDTH Sets up a bandwidth cursor search Set cursor within search range before initiating search The two cursors will diverge to indicate bandwidth see MAIN MENU _ text A USE WTHEN PRESS SELECT lt 3 31 3 32 NOTES A Displayed only if Trace 2 is used Displayed only if Alternate Sweep is used Display channel presently selected for cursor operation AML signifies LEFT search R signifies RIGHT search BW signifies Bandwidth search LN signifies search to absolute dB value dBr signifie search to value relative to current active cursor value setup menu or to trace maximum value Options menu Subsequent use of the dB search function from the Options menu will modify this selection A All frequency information displayed by these menus is in MHz for Models 5407 09 11 It is displayed in GHz for all other models Figure 3 22 CURSOR Key Group Menus Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION HARD COPY KEY GROUP MENUS 54XXA OM KEY GROUP Starts printing plotting operation The type of HARD PY hard co roduced is determined by the co PRINTER PLOTTER MENU options selected MENU START STOP Stops Hard copy output operation for device PRINTER indicated by LED s If output is to printer Stop is almost immediate set text If to
101. ement results to a printer or plotter in either graphic or tabular form The MENU key displays a menu showing the available print and plot options NETWORK ANALYZER Keys and Indicators Key functions and menus control network analyzer meas urement and display functions set measurement type for each measurement trace turn traces on off adjust display scaling and offset set measurement limit lines etc CURSOR keys and Indicators Keys and menus control selection and function of the main cursor and relative cursor on the display CRT Displays measurement results for selected dis play channel s Displays control and calibration setup menus as selected by front panel control keys Figure 3 2 54XXA Series Scalar Measurement System Front Panel Controls and Connectors 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION LOWER PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS GRATICULE TRACE MENU INTENSITY ON OFF HOLD A esp Lad SELECT pm L Y INPUT R INPUTA INPUT B Figure 3 3 Lower Panel Controls and Connecors 3 8 LOWER PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS The lower panel control keys and connectors Fig ure 3 3 perform the following functions e Turn the instrument on and off e Control the screen display intensity e Control the screen display graticule e Freeze the display data stop measurement e Allow theuser to movethe menu cursor and select desired menu items e Provide input connection to th
102. ems Using Microsoft QuickBASIC Part No 11410 00083 8 COMPONENTS Series 560 Autotesters Operation and Maintenance Manual Part No 10100 00028 Microsoft QuickBASIC is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation 54XXA OM 54XXA OM 1 8 1 10 1 11 SECTION GENERAL INFORMATION Table of Contents SCOPE OF THE MANUAL 0 0 000222 eae 1 3 INTRODUCTION dex e Radka aD TE Geek 1 3 IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 1 3 DESCRIPTION OF 54XXA SYSTEM 1 3 REQUIRED EQUIPMENT o e 1 3 OPTIONS css a ee a Was eons E ao ad 1 3 ACCESSORIES ica ic A are 1 4 Extender Cables c e sp atp ec o e 4 1 4 Adapter Cables o llle 1 4 GPIB Cables italia eiim eto 1 4 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 2 02002002 Gs 1 4 SYSTEM RF COMPONENTS 1 11 SWR A totesters socia So OR Ghar Ee eR Gee ae Dae what 1 11 Pa iem ae wag cese a ee Rey a ee ee riw RR 1 12 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF SWR AUTOTESTERS AND RE DETECTORS RE RR dae st SRL RD Ge T oe 1 13 RECOMMENDED TEST EQUIPMENT 1 14 1 1 CNETWORK ANALYZER Sonani CP omar p PTT nta omm NER Ge v LP Figure 1 1 Model 5417A Scalar Measurement System with Detector and SWR Autotester and Test Device 1 2 54XXA OM SECTION GENERAL INFORMATION 1 1 SCOPE OF THE MANUAL This manual provides general installation and oper ating
103. eps be tween the current frequency sweep and an alternate sweep Display Resolution Horizontal 51 101 201 or 401 points per trace over the selected frequency range Vertical 0 025 dB Trace Update Time Varies with frequency range av eraging smoothing settings and number of data points selected Typically lt 130 ms for 101 data points Smoothing Selectable in five steps and off uses analog techniques to reduce noise on low level traces Trace update time is automatically adjusted for any combination of averaging and smoothing Each chan nel may be set independently Averaging 2 4 8 16 32 64 128 or 256 successive traces can be averaged to smooth the trace display Each channel may be set independently Scaling Resolution 0 1 dB to 10 dB per division in 0 1 dB steps with independent control for each channel SWR 0 01 to 10 per division Offset Range 99 dB to 99 dB in 0 1 dB steps For SWR 1 00 to 60 00 Autoscale Automatically selects offset and resolution to provide optimum display of test data Limit Lines Two lines either straight or complex for each trace Complex lines may include up to 10 seg ments Measurement data can be compared with limit lines for Pass Fail testing Graticule Ten vertical divisions Horizontal divisions are set automatically in frequency increments with a 1 2 5 sequence The graticule On Off control turns all graticule lines off tick marks remain on each ax
104. er reading in the space provided in Table 5 3c Disconnect the power sensor from the 54XXA 5 13 SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 5 14 Connect the RF detector between the 54XXA INPUTA connector and the output of the step attenuator Press the Channel 1 MENU key and set for power measurement using IN PUT A as input Press the AVERAGING key and select 128 av erages Wait for the averaging counter to reach 128 Then press the cursor key to obtain a cursor readout on the 54XXA screen display Record the 54XXA cursor reading in the space provide in Table 5 3c The difference between the power meter reading taken in Step 20 and the cursor reading is the Signal Channel Er ror Calculate the maximum allowable error as in step 10 Verify that the 54XXA cursor reading is less than the calculated maximum allow able error Repeat steps 21 thru 24 for signal channel inputs B and R if present Go to para graph 5 7 4 at end of test For all 54XXA models equipped with a 500 signal source output and with an internal step attenuator Press the 54XXA OUTPUT POWER key and set the power to 48 dBm Then perform steps 27 thru 34 below Connect the power sensor of the power meter to the 54XXA RF OUTPUT connector Press the 54XXA RF ON OFF key to turn the RF power output off 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Zero the p
105. erating frequency values that are scaled from those actually output by the frequency source see example below These scaled values are also used for hard copy out put The relationship between the actual out put frequency Int Freq and that displayed User Freq is as follows Int Freq x m User Freq d Where m Frequency Multiplier an integer value range 1 10 d Frequency Divisor an integer value range 1 10 f Frequency Offset value range 9999 99 MHz for models 5407A 5409A 5411A and 99 9999 GHz for all other models EXAMPLE m 10 d 2 andf 40 will cause mode 5428A to display 80 to 102 GHz with a true output of 8 to 12 4 GHz e Set Autozero function on or off The OFF se lection holds the autozero circuit correction voltage of each active measurement channel at the current value and causes the frequency source output to be on continuously This func tion is useful for testing devices that require continuous stimulus during test 3 12 2 SAVE RECALL Key and Menus Displays the main SAVE RECALL menu shown in Figure 3 21 Submenus from this menu control the trace memory setup data store retrieve functions listed below All memory storage locations associated with the SAVE RECALL key are non volatile mem 54XXA OM ory Data stored in these locations is saved through out power down and startup cycles e Save or recall up to nine front panel setups to or from memory locations 1 through 9 e
106. f each key group and checking that the 54XXA responds correctly 54XXA OM a Equipment Required 54XXA under test b Procedure 1 Verify that the 54XXA rear panel voltage se lector module is set to the correct value Con nec the power cable to the 54XXA and switch the unit on 2 Observe that during power up all of the front panel LED S are first turned on and then off again This verifies that all LED s are func tioning 3 The 54XXA will display ALL TESTS PASSED at the end of the self test if no de fects are found 4 Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP This will set the 54XXA to initial factory settings 5 Press each key of each key group and verify that the 54XXA responds correctly 6 To test the DATA ENTRY knob press the INTENSITY key and turn the knob clockwise to increase the intensity and then counter clockwise to decrease it NOTE When testing the Network Analyzer key group keys ensure that Chan nel 1 and 2 are switched on 5 5 CW FREQUENCY ACCURACY TEST This test verifies that the CW frequency accuracy of the 54XXA tested is within specification Table 5 1 contains a test record that you can copy and use to record the results of the test a Equipment Required Microwave Frequency counter EIP Microwave Inc model 578A or equivalent Impedance Adaptor 500 to 75Q WILTRON
107. f test fails an error message is displayed and one of the control panel LED indicators will flash steadily A different LED indicator will flash for each spedific type of fault The LED indicator fault detection codes are listed in Table A 2 in the Appen dix This coding makes it possible to locate a fault even if the CRT or display circuitry has failed 3 6 WARNING ERROR MESSAGES If an unusual condition is detected during instru ment operation a warning or error message will be displayed in the lower corner of the screen display These warning error messages are listed and de scribed in Table A 3 in the Appendix Suggested remedial action is included for each message 3 7 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS The locations of the 54XXA rear panel connectors are shown in Figure A 1 in the Appendix The rear panel contains the line voltage module multi pin GPIB and printer connectors and additional BNC type input output connectors Setup of the line voltage module and connection to the GPIB connec tor are described in Section II The characteristics of the PARALLEL PRINTER INTERFACE HORIZONTAL OUTPUT and optional EXTERNAL ALC INPUT con nectors are also described in Figure A 1 The rear panel also contains a Printer Switch Setting chart shown in Table A 5 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION REAR PANEL CONNECTORS 1 TRANSMSSN A 7 0dB DIV OFFSET 10 0 dB 1 2 RETN LOSS B 10 0dB DIV OFFSET 420 0 dB 5417A 13 SZ CURSOR 1
108. hat allow the user to enter the operating frequency parameters for the main and alternate sweeps In this mode the main sweep parameters apply to display Channel 1 and the al ternate sweep parameters apply to Channel 2 Simi lar to the FREQUENCY key menus the first menu pertains to the Start Stop mode of operation the second to the Center F requency Width mode 3 11 3 MARKERS Key and Menu Displays one of two marker frequency input data readout menus Figure 3 19 The SELECT key al lows toggling between the menu for MARKERS 1 4 or MARKERS 5 8 Each menu allows the frequency for each of the four markers to be specified and displays the data readout for both channels at the marker frequencies selected The selectable fre quency range is 999 to 4999 MHz for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A and 999 to 4999 GHz for all other models The marker selected for data entry is re ferred to as the Active Marker NOTE Negative frequency units example 1 500 GHz may be used when unit is operated in the Frequency Scaling Mode Refer to paragraph 3 12 1 f for informa tion about this mode of operation Frequency markers are displayed on the measure ment screen as dashed vertical lines with an identi fying number at the bottom of the screen see Figure 3 14 The currently selected marker Active Marker is displayed with a box around the marker number This marker may be toggled off on by sel ect ing the marker menu and pressing th
109. he correct line fuse as shown in the chart in Figure 2 1 2 4 GPIB SETUP AND INTERCONNECTION If equipped with Option 03 all functions of the 54XXA except power on off can be controlled re motely by an external computer controller via the IEEE 488 GPIB The information in this section pertains to interface connections and cable require ments for the rear panel GPIB connector Refer to the GPIB Users Guide located behind the Supple ments Options tab for information about remote operation of the 54XXA using the GPIB 54XXA OM The 54XXA GPIB controller operates with any IBM XT AT or PS 2 compatible computer controller equipped with a National Instruments GPIB PCIIAIA interface card and NI 488 MS DOS Han dler Software The procedures for installing this hardware and software in your computer is con tained in Appendix B at the rear of this manual 2 4 1 Interface Connector Interface between the 54XXA and other devices on the GPIB is via a standard 24 wire GPIB interface cable This cable uses a double sided connector one connector face is a plug the other a receptacle These double function connectors allow parallel con nection of two or more cables to a single instrument connector The pin assignments for the rear panel GPIB connector are shown in Figure A 3 located in the Appendix 2 4 2 Cable Length Restrictions The GPIB system can accommodate up to 15 instru ments at any one time To achieve design perform ance
110. hen the graticule is off TRACE HOLD Key and Indicator Freezes the measured data which can then be manipulated as desired Indicator is lit whenever data is frozen MENU Up and Down Keys Moves the menu cursor up or down to indicate menu options on the CRT SELECT Implements the menu option selected by the menu cursor RINPUT Connector Input for measurement chan nel R This connector supplied with Option 05 AINPUT Connector Input for measurement chan nel A BINPUT Connector Input for measurement chan nel B RFOUTPUT Connector RF output of the frequency source SYSTEM FUNCTION Keys and Indicator Key functions and menus control overall system opera tions restore front panel controls to factory selected settings set the number of measurement data points 10 save recall front panel setups return the instrument to local operation etc REMOTE indicator is lit when the analyzer is in the GPIB mode SOURCE Keys Keys and menus control sweep fre quency parameters and setup frequency markers for screen display Key functions turn RF output on off and select internal external leveling ENHANCEMENT Keys and Indicators Allows set up of data averaging and smoothing parameters DATA ENTRY Keys and Knob Used to enter change numerical data in setup menus When cursor is on knob controls position of cursor HARD COPY Keys Initiates a hard copy printout of measur
111. ide using suitable waveguide detectors and a WILTRON 560 10BX 1 Adapter Cable Dynamic Range 71 dB 55 dBm to 16 dBm for all channels usable to 60 dBm Data Correction System residuals including the av erage of open and short reflections are stored during calibration and automatically subtracted from test data Calibration During the calibration sequence the number of data points used for each trace are stored with 0 002 dB resolution over any user selected fre quency range Calibration data are automatically interpo lated for ranges less than the original normalized range Trace Memory For both channels the data for any measurement trace or high low active limit line may be stored to active trace memory This memory data may be recalled later for viewing or output or may be subtracted from any subsequent measurement Save Recall Nine front panel setups can be stored for later recall four of these may include calibration data Stored setups may be displayed printed before selec tion Four sets of trace memory data for each channel can also be stored This data can be recalled to active trace memory to be viewed etc see above 54XXA OM Analyzer Accuracy Summary Refer to Tables 1 3 and 1 4 DISPLAY Display Channels Select and display one or any two signals from A or B inputs or optional R input These signals can also be displayed as ratios of A R or B R Alternate Sweep Displays alternate swe
112. igure 3 22 The position of the cursor is continuously variable using the data entry knob The LED indicator associated with the main cursor ON OFF key will be lit whenever this function is active 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION CURSOR FUNCTION KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS NOTE If the NEXT MER selection has been pre viously selected and if frequency markers have been set up pressing the SELECT key will move the cursor to the next fre quency marker 3 13 3 CURSOR ON OFF Key Menus Whenever the cursor readout is displayed pressing the SELECT key will invoke the cursor function main menu Figure 3 22 The submenus selected from the main menu are used to set up the cursor functions listed in paragraph 3 13 1 Using the SETUP and OPTIONS submenus searches may be performed using absolute search values in dB or dBm or using relative search values in dBr Rela tive searches may also be set up by invoking the search from the RELATIVE cursor key main menu 3 13 4 RELATIVE Cursor Key and Indicator Turns Relative Cursor mode on off When key is pressed a second relative cursor is displayed on the screen at the same position as the main cursor The active main cursor will then move away from this position as the data entry knob is varied Or it will advance to the next frequency marker position if the SELECT key is pressed see note above The LED indicator associated with the RELATIVE key is lit whenever
113. in dB Table 5 2b Models 5407A 5409A and 5411A Without Step Attenuator 54XXA Set Power Max Power Min Power Flatness Difference dBm dBm dBm Max Min dB 12 0 2 0 Table 5 2c All Models With Step Attenuator 54XXA Set Power Max Power Min Power Flatness Difference dBm dBm dBm Max Min dB 4 0 3 0 13 0 23 0 33 0 43 0 53 0 For5411A s equipped with 75Q output and no internal step attenuator the maximum frequency that can be measured is 2 0 GHz For Models 5407A 5409A and 5411A equipped with 75Q output and an internal step attenuator measurement below 30 dBm is not possible 54XXA OM 5 9 SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES 5 7 SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS The signal channel verification is made up of three individual parts Part lis a DC voltage calibration method test where a known DC voltage is injected into the input of the 54XXA paragraph 5 7 1 Part 2 is a 50 MHz RF verification test using the Anritsu power meter 50 MHz OdBm power reference as a standard paragraph 5 7 2 Part 3 is a mid band frequency test that uses a known RF input paragraph 5 7 3 This test is sus ceptible to various measurement uncertainties which are explained in paragraph 5 7 4 5 7 1 DC Voltage Method The DC voltage method uses
114. information for the Model 54XXA Scalar Meas urement System 1 2 INTRODUCTION Section provides information about the 54XXA equipment identification number performance specifications and options 1 3 IDENTIFICATION NUMBER All WILTRON instruments are assigned a six digit ID number such as 101001 This number appears on a decal affixed to the rear panel Please use this identification number during any correspondence with WILTRON Customer Service about this instrument 1 4 DESCRIPTION OF 54XXA SYSTEM The 54XXA is a microprocessor controlled scalar measurement system This system is used to make scalar magnitude transmission reflection and ab solute power measurements A typical model is shown in Figure 1 1 facing page All measurement functions are selectable by using the front panel keys and controls together with the display screen menus Section III describes this mode of operation All 54XXA front panel control functions except POWER on off are programmable via the I E E E 488 interface bus GPIB This function can be ordered as an option on all models refer to paragraph 1 6 Remote operation of the 54XXA using GPIB com mands is described in the GPIB User s Guide for the 54XXA Series Scalar Measurement Systems that is located behind the Supplements Options tab at the rear of this manual The measurement frequency range of the 54XXA is determined by e The range of the internal signal source of the parti
115. ing i e measure ment Channels 1 and 2 are set to the same data smoothing level or INDEPENDENT smocthing i e measurement channels may be set to different lev els When a channel selection is made the CHAN NEL 1 and or CHANNEL 2 LED indicator next to the SMOOTHING key will be lit accordingly 3 17 HARD COPY PRINTOUT EXAMPLES Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION WILTRON 54304 Scalar Measurement System DEMO Date 17 JUNE 81 Identify 3 FILTER Test Device 18 0 dB DIV 0 0 dB 1 TRANSMSSN A OFFSET 2 OF ppp R Sigh Ve gc SON AA A pans Sa p R s du R UD Mate E 11 LIS pid i IE i NOTE iii Ail frequency information lid i printed or plotted by models iii 1 5407 5409 and 5411 is in 111 i MHz For ail other models iit i it is printed plotted in GHz E E Pepa PR e t Epe KA Kar lt a N n Oem C r R r lt rk lt r et rra Po g ah Y ma s gew o mam c mr 0 ra 6 rr c re dn a ka s ee o ee o ma s tans i E t H i i Nido LEN AA LE I START 12 4000 GHz STOP 15 0000 GHz 500 MHz DIU i d reet etre rne 0ipts LEVEL 7 0 dBm Conditions Channel 2 off off off System CHI CH2 1 off 002 off off off Channel 1 complex complex pass Smoothing Averaging Apps Hold High Limit Low Limit Limit Testing Cursor at Delta Readout at Datector offsets Mi 12 8354 GHz 1 5 59 dB M5 14 7153 GHz t 51 0 dB 17 98 dB 13 7000 GHz kal 7 6 gt
116. is section describes measurement and calibration procedures used with 54XXA Scalar Measurement Systems The specific procedures described are self test calibration and procedures for transmission return loss power and alternating setup measurements 5 SECTION V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES is section contains procedures for verifying the performance of Series 54X XA Scalar Measurement Systems to the specifications listed in Section 1 6 APPENDICES Contains tables that describe 54XXA Error Warning Messages Front Panel LED Error Codes and Printer Switch Settings A Rear Panel Layout and Connector Location Dia gram and connector pinout diagrams are also included 7 SUPPLEMENTS OPTIONS GPIB USER S GUIDE Contains information for operating the 54XXA Scalar Measure ment System wi E 488 General Purpose nterface Bus GPIB The set of GPIB command codes for the 54XXA are described and example programs showing use of the GPIB command codes are included 54XXA OM TABLE OF CONTENTS Tab Section Title 7 SUPPLEMENTS OPTIONS Continued Also included behind this tab are three application notes that contain information about test applications and GPIB programming for 54XXA Scalar Measurement Systems 5400A 2 Data Sheet for 54XXA Scalar Measurement Systems Part No 11410 00100 AN5400A 1 Testing Microwave Amplifiers Part No 11410 00081 Microwave Mixers AN5400A 3 Programming the 54XXA Syst
117. is to indicate scale markings Display Graticule Intensity Menu selectable in ten steps from off to bright Graticule intensity may be set independently 1 5 SPECIFICATIONS I GENERAL INFORMATION Table 1 2 System Specifications 2 of 3 MARKERS AND CURSORS Markers Up to eight individually controlled markers can be placed on the display Amplitude readout of both traces at each marker is displayed in dB dBm or SWR Frequency resolution of markers is 10 kHz for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A and 100 kHz for all other models Cursor Position is selectable via tuning knob The frequency and amplitude of the test data at the cursor is displayed for both traces when cursor in on Relative Cursor Displays the frequency and ampli tude difference between the Main Cursor and Refer ence Cursor for both traces A menu selection reverses the position of the two cursors Cursor Min Max Moves the cursor to the minimum or maximum point on the trace as selected Cursor X dB Moves cursor to X dB value on the selected trace Cursor X dB Bandwidth Moves both main Cursor and Reference Cursors to the first X dB value to the left and to the right of the initial reference position Cursor Next Marker Moves cursor directly to next highest frequency marker Source Frequency Range 1 0 MHz to 26 5 GHz in ten mod els Start Stop Sweeps upward from Start Frequency to Stop Frequency Start frequency must b
118. its to display mode PRESS SELECT PSE T THEN USE THEN PRESSSELECT Turns off Smoothing for indicated channel then exits to display mode 54XXA OM 3 35 3 36 Figure 3 24 ENHANCEMENT Key Group Menus and INTENSITY Key Menu 54XXA OM SECTION IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Nn ue AC ote eA Fn eet ee e a 4 3 OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT PROCEDURE 4 3 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE 4 3 Calibration Menu x uu dd eke Sl ee ae eum cw REG RES 4 3 MEASUREMENT PROCEDURES 4 3 Transmission and Return Loss Measurements 4 3 Alternate Sweep Measurements 000 ee 4 4 Ratio Mode Measurements 00000 ee eee nae 4 4 Absolute Power Measurements 0 0000 ee eee 4 4 Other Measurement Procedures 4 4 4 1 4 2 SECTION IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES 4 1 INTRODUCTION This section describes e How to check that the instrument is operating properly How to perform a measurement setup calibration e How to make transmission return loss power and alternate sweep frequency range measure ments 4 2 OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT PROCEDURE The 54XXA Scalar Measurement System undergoes a comprehensive self test when turned on or when the SELF TEST key is pressed The ALL TESTS PASSED message that displays on the screen at the conclusion of the self test signifies that all internal
119. leaves the factory with the default GPIB address set to 6 and the external plotter interface default address set to 8 These ad dresses may be changed using the menus invoked by the front panel SYSTEM MENU key This pro cedure is explained in Section III 2 5 EXTERNAL MONITOR CONNECTOR The rear panel EXTERNAL MONITOR connector allows the internal display information of the 54XXA to be connected to an external VGA monitor either color or monochrome The pinout of this 15 pin Type D connector is shown in Figure A 2 located in the Appendix 2 6 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE AND OR SHIPMENT Thefollowing paragraphs describe the procedure for preparing the 54XXA for storage or shipment 2 6 1 Preparation for Storage Preparing the 54XXA for storage consists of clean ing the unit packing the inside with moisture ab sorbing desiccant crystals and storing the unit in a temperature environment that is maintained between 40 and 0 degrees centigrade 40 to 156 degrees F ahrenheit 2 4 2 6 2 Preparation for Shipment To provide maximum protection against damage in transit the 54XXA should be repackaged in the original shipping container If this container is no longer available and the 54XXA is being returned to WILTRON for repair advise WILTRON Customer Service they will send a new shipping container free of charge In the event neither of these two options is possible instructions for packaging and shipment are given below
120. lect DETECTOR OFFSETS from the menu then enter a zero offset value Refer to Section IV Measure ment and Calibration Procedures c Configure Source This selection displays a submenu that allows the user to select the Se 3 12 cure operating mode In this mode of operation all signal source frequency information is re moved from the screen display including cursor marker and limits readouts and menu displays Likewise all hard copy output produced whilein this mode will not contain frequency informa tion It is not possible to change signal source operating frequency parameters or any other frequency parameters while in this operating mode The secure operating mode may be cancelled us ingthe RESET menu selection from theSYSTEM menu or by selecting a saved front panel setup that does not contain this operating mode When invoked from the secure mode the RESET func tion will not save Cal Data Markers or Limits information However the secure operating mode may be saved as part of a front panel setup through power down and self test Configure Analyzer Displays a submenu that allows control of the following functions of the network analyzer portion of the 54XXA e Selection of the measurement channel s affected by the TRACE HOLD key e Cause Cursor readout data to be displayed continuously in the lower right portion of the screen The cursor readout data displayed is identical to that displayed b
121. lot progress messages are transient they are only displayed momentarily The menu area returns to the previous display when the output data transfer is completed These messages are listed in Table 3 1 3 14 4 STOP Key Stops Hard copy output operation If output is to printer stop may be delayed depending on size of printer buffer if any If to plotter the current data string is plotted and the plotter is left in a reset state If both hardcopy output devices are active only the device indicated by the LEDs will be stopped To stop the other device select the appropriate hard copy main menu then press STOP 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION PLOT PROGRESS MESSAGES ENHANCEMENT AVERAGING SMOOTHING j O CHANNEL 1 O CHANNEL 2 Figure 3 13 ENHANCEMENT Keys and Indica tors 3 15 ENHANCEMENT KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS The ENHANCEMENT keys and indicators are shown in Figure 3 13 The menus invoked by the keys in this group are shown in Figure 3 24 The usage and operation of these menus are further described be low 3 15 1 AVERAGING Key Indicators and Menu Displays a menu that allows the user to select data averaging over 2 to 256 successive sweeps Data averaging can be selected for measurement channel 1 or 2 or both When a channel selection is made the CHANNEL 1 and or CHANNEL 2 LED indicator next to the AVERAGING key will be lit accordingly This form of data smoothing retains measurement b
122. main band 500 MHz marker size error Width DAC fm 25 MHz marker spacing wrong HET band 500 MHz marker missing HET band 25 MHz and 500 MHz marker spacing wrong HET band 25 MHz marker spacing wrong 54XXA OM A 7 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS APPENDIX A 4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS The layout of the 54XXA rear panel is shown in the figure below A brief description of the function of each connector is included For instructions for setting the Line Voltage Module to the correct line voltage refer to Figure 2 1 in Section II Installation Refer to Figures A 2 and A 3 for pinout information for the EXTERNAL MONITOR and IEEE 488 GPIB connectors EXTERNAL MONITOR O o GPIB IEEE 488 INSTRUMENT INTERFACE OR GPIB IEEE 488 PLOTTER CONTROL THE FUNCTION OF THIS CONNECTOR IS SELECTED THROUGH A FRONT PANEL MENU BY PRESSING THE SYSTEM KEY PARALLEL PRINTER INTERFACE EXTERNAL HORIZONTAL ALC INPUT OUTPUT Z WARNING TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK THIS INSTRUMENT MUST BE EARTH GROUNDED DO NOT REMOVE COVERS REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL FUSE 220 240V 1 2A AS 110 120V 2 5A AS 48 66Hz 160VA MAX EXTERNAL MONITOR Connects internal display information to external VGA type monitor via stand ard VGA interface cable The pinout for this connec tor is shown in Figure A 2 GPIB IEEE 488 INSTRUMENT INTERFAC
123. nformation contained herein are the property of WILTRON Company and any unauthorized use or disclosure of these drawings specifications and information is prohibited they shall not be reproduced copied or used in whole or in part as the basis for manufacture or sale of the equipment or software programs without the prior written consent of WILTRON Company TABLE OF CONTENTS Tab Section Title 1 SECTION I GENERAL INFORMATION Contains a general description of the WILTRON Series 54XXA Scalar Measurement Sys tems product identification numbers related manuals accessories and options SWR Autotesters and detectors used with these systems are described along with precautions for use of these accessories System specifications are listed and a list of recommended test equipment is provided 2 SECTION II INSTALLATION Contains information for the initial inspection and preparation of the 54XXA system Ex plains how to set the rear panel Line Voltage Module and provides information for connec tion to the rear panel GPIB connectors and other input output connectors 3 SECTION III FRONT PANEL OPERATION Describes the front panel controls and connectors of the 54XXA and the menus associated with the front panel keys Explains the measurement screen display and annotation and describes the overall operation of the system using these controls menus and display 4 SECTION IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES Th
124. nsmission level at the selected point For the example shown at 5 2500 GHz the transmission loss varies between approximately 47dB and 52 dB To reduce the variation of the transmission loss reading and to provide a more accurate reading proceed as follows 1 Press the SMOOTHING key ENHANCEMENT key group and select a smoothing level of 3 Press the SYSTEM MENU key SYSTEM FUNCTIONS key group select DATA POINTS and set FREQUENCY DATA POINTS to 401 if not already set Read the transmission level from the cursor readout as before note that the reading is much steadier Return Smoothing to off 1 TRANSMSSN A 10 0dB DIV OFFSET 0 0dB 2 OFF 5417A CURSOR 1 0 16 dB 3 5411 GHz PRESS SELECT FOR CURSOR MENU START 2 0000 GHz STOP 8 4000 GHz 1 GHz DIV 401 pts LEVEL 7 0 dBm 8 Make a hard copy printout of the transmission loss data as follows Press the HARD COPY MENU key If device identify date and test device information is required then select ENTER TITLES refer to Section IIl Front Panel Operation as necessary Select PRINT GRAPH to print the displayed graphic or select 26 51 101 201 or 401 under TABULAR to print a tabulation at the selected number of frequency points You may also choose to print out a tabulation at only the marker frequencies if frequency markers have been set up 4 8 5AXXA MM IV MEASUREMENT AND TRANS
125. nter frequency to 1 9 GHz thus setting the 5417A in thelow frequency band Then repeat steps 5 thru 9 SOURCE OUTPUT SIGNAL PURITY TESTS This test verifies that the harmonic and nonhar monic spurious signals from the 54XXA signal source are within the specified limits The specifica tion for these characteristics are different for the various 54XXA models they are listed in Table 1 5 in the General Information section of the manual a Equipment Required Anritsu MS2802 Spectrum Analyzer b Procedure 1 Set up the equipment as shown in Fig ure 5 11 and turn the equipment on Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP Turn both measurement channels off using the DISPLAY ON OFF keys Press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power to 54XXA OM 44 0 dBm 7 dBm for units without an inter nal step attenuator Press the FREQUENCY key and then press SELECT Set the width to 0 GHz or MHz Select the CENTER WIDTH FREQUENCY menu and use the data entry knob to adjust the frequency to the minimum value allowed Adjust the spectrum analyzer frequency span div and resolution bandwidth controls to view the 54XXA output signal 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM 0000 0 00000 n ANRITSU MS 2802A SPECTRUM ANALYZER Figure 5 11 Equipment Setup for Source Output Signal Purity Test
126. off measurement Channel 1 using the DISPLAY ON OFF key For all 5407A 5409A and 5411A units equipped with a 75Q signal source output and not equipped with an internal step attenu ator press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power to 10 dBm Repeat steps 6 thru 11 for signal channel inputs A B and R if pre sent Record readings and results in Table 5 3d Go to paragraph 5 7 4 at end of test For all models equipped with a 50Q signal source output including models 5407A 5409A and 5411A connect the low power sensor MA4702A to the power meter and perform a calibration For model 5436A connect the low power sen sor MA4704A to the power meter and per form a calibration For all 54XXA models equipped with a 500 signal source output and an internal step attenuator go to step 26 For all 5407A 5409A and 5411A units equipped with a 75Q signal source output and an internal step attenuator go to step 35 For all models equipped with a 500 signal source output including models 5407A 5409A and 5411A and not equipped with an internal step attenuator connect the external step attenuator to the 54XXA RF OUTPUT connector and set it for 50 dB attenuation Then perform steps 18 thru 25 below Connect the power sensor tothe output of the attenuator Press the 54XXA RF ON OFF key toturn the RF power output off Zero the power meter Press the 54XXA RF ON OFF key toturn the RF power output on Record the power met
127. on am a mm Hu Use PgUp PgDn to display maps for other boards IA ee Fi Help F4 Rename FS CDis connect F8 Edit F9 Exit Figure B 2 Device Map for the GPIB PCII IIA Card National Instruments Board Characteristics IBM PC AT Board GPIB SELECT Cuse right left arrow keys Primary GPIB Address Secondary GPIB Address Timeout setting EOS byte Terminate Read on EOS Set EOI with EOS on Write Type of compare on EOS Set EOI u last byte of Write GPIB PC Model Board is System Controller Local Lockout on all devices Disable Auto Serial Polling Disable Device Unaddressing High speed timing Interrupt jumper setting Base 1 0 Address DMA channel Internal Clock Freq Cin MHz Fi Help F2 Explain Field F6 Reset Ualue F9 Return to Map Figure B 3 GPIB PCII IIA Card Configuration Parameters 54XXA OM B 3 INSTALLING NI 488 MS DOS HANDLER SOFTWARE APPENDIX B National Instruments Device Characteristics IBM PC AT Device DEU6 Access GPIBO SELECT Cuse right left arrow keys Primary GPIB Address Secondary GPIB Address Timeout setting EOS byte Terminate Read on EOS Set EOI with EOS on Write Type of compare on EOS Set EOI u last byte of Write Fi Help F2 Explain Field F6 Reset Value F9 Return to Map Figure B 4 GPIB Device 6 360 VNA Configuration Parameters B 4 54XXA OM
128. on of the screen whenever this operat ing mode is active This operating mode remains activeuntil cancelled It can be cancelled by using the SAVE RECALL MODE selection from the Re call Mode Setup menu or by using the RESET menu selection from the SYSTEM menu Submenus invoked from the main SAVE RECALL key menu set up the operations described above The selection parameters for these submenus are de scribed in Figure 3 21 3 13 CURSOR FUNCTION KEYS INDICATORS AND MENUS Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION 3 12 3 REMOTE Indicator This LED is lit when the 54XXA is in the remote GPIB mode In this mode the GPIB status is also displayed on the screen as shown in Figure 3 9 The acronyms used are R Remote T Talk L Listen S SRQ and LL Local Lockout 3 12 4 RETURN TO LOCAL Key When pressed while in the GPIB mode this key causes the 54XXA to return to the local mode The 54XXA will not return to the local mode if the local lockout LLO interface function message has been received from the external computer controller refer to the 54XXA GPIB User s Guide When pressed while in the local mode the current GPIB address displays on the screen This address may be changed by entering a new value via the numeric keypad and pressing ENTER Figure 3 21 The GPIB address is saved in non volatile memory as part of the power up reset parameters refer to paragraph 3 3 3 12 5 SELF TEST Key This key initiates a self test
129. or these types of measurements is shown in Figure 4 1 44 2 Alternate Sweep Measurements The procedure for making alternate sweep measure ments is described in Table 4 4 page 4 10 The equipment setup for this type of measurement is generally the same as for transmission and return loss measurements n this mode the second alter nate setup sweep parameters are set differently from the regular sweep usually with a reduced frequency span This produces an expanded meas urement display for the second sweep The alter nate sweep mode is controlled via the menus associ ated with the ALTERNATE SWEEP key 4 43 Ratio Mode Measurements Ratio mode measurements arithmetically subtract the R input from either the A or B input This type of measurement is set up by using the NETWORK ANALYZER channel setup menus for Channel 1 and or Channel 2 The procedure for making these measurements is described in Table 4 5 page 4 12 A typical equipment setup for this measurement is shown in Figure 4 3 The ratio measurement mode has many uses It can be used to compensate for the effects of a long signal transmission path such as where the device under 94XXA SCALAR CENTRONICS INT MEASUREMENT SYSTEM RF OUTPUT uu gnu O TT ADAPT SWR AUTOTEST lt REFLECTED SIGNAL xx CAUTION Max Reverse Power is 5W Max DC voltage is 50M TRANSMITTED SIC NOTE
130. ource e Detector Offsets if used The 54XXA automatically selects the correct horizontal resolution and graticule divisions for optimum display of the selected frequency sweep width In the alternate setup mode the graticule is fixed at ten vertical and hori zontal divisions All frequencies are displayed in MHz for models 5407 5409 5411 and in GHz for all other models The Signal source menu selections control the horizontal axis of the display 3 3 INITIAL 54XXA CONTROL SETTINGS When turned on the control settings for all 54XXA functions are set to those in effect during the last usage of the unit These settings may be reset to the factory selected values by using the RESET selection from the SYSTEM menu The default settings are listed in Table A 1 in the Appendix 3 4 CONTROL KEY FUNCTIONAL GROUPS The front panel control keys and knobs are located in the functional groups listed below and shown in Figure 3 2 page 3 6 With the exception of the DATA ENTRY group each control key group is used to set the operation of a specific set of 54XXA functions The DATA ENTRY keys and knob are used to enter and modify data for many menu selections These control key groups and associated menus are further described in the remainder of this section e Lower Panel Controls POWER INTENSITY etc e DATA ENTRY Key Group e NETWORK ANALYZER Key Group e SOURCE Key Group 3 3 POWER ON SELF TEST AND FRONT PANEL LED ERROR CODES
131. ower meter Press the 54XXA RF ON OFF key to turn the RF power output on Record the power meter reading in the space provide in Table 5 3c Disconnect the power sensor from the 54XXA Connect the RF detector between the 54XXA INPUT A connector and the 54XXA RF OUT PUT connector Press the Channel 1 MENU key and set for power measurement using IN PUT A as input Press the AVERAGING key and select 128 av erages Wait for the averaging counter to reach 128 Press the cursor key to obtain a cursor readout on the 54XXA screen display Record the 54XXA cursor reading in the space provide in Table 5 3c The difference between the power meter reading taken in Step 29 and the cursor reading is the 54XXA Signal Chan nel Error Calculate the maximum allowable error as in step 10 Verify that the 54XXA cursor reading is less than the calculated error value Repeat steps 30 thru 33 for signal channel inputs B and R if present Go to para graph 5 7 4 at end of test For all 5407A 5409A and 5411A units equipped with a 75Q signal source output and with an internal step attenuator press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power to 20 dBm Repeat steps 6 thru 11 for signal 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS Table 5 3 Signal Channel Verification Tests Chart T est Record Sheet 1 of Model 54 A Serial No Table 5 3a Signal Channel Verification Test DC Cal Method DC Voltage
132. plications this feature may be disabled by moving backup battery jumper contact your WILTRON Sales Office for details Self Test Performs a self test every time power is applied or when SELF TEST pushbutton is pressed If and error is detected a diagnostic code appears that identifies the cause and location of the error Temperature Range Operating 0 C to 50 C 32 F to 122 F Storage 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F Power 115 Vac setting 90 to 132 Vrms 48 63 Hz 200 VA maximum 230 Vac setting 180 to 265 Vrms 48 63 Hz 200 VA maximum Dimensions 177 Hx 432 Wx 476 D mm 10 mm with feet 7Hx 17 Wx 18 3 4 D in 3 8 in with feet 1 7 SPECIFICATIONS I GENERAL INFORMATION Table 1 3 Analyzer Accuracy Specifications Using 5400 Series System Components ANALYZER ACCURACY SUMMARY USING 5400 SERIES COMPONENTS Channel Accuracy 25 1 6 1 4 1 2 1 0 0 8 0 6 0 4 0 2 Accuracy dB T 10 10 20 30 40 50 55 Input Power dBm Transmission Loss or Gain Accuracy Uncertainties from frequency response of components are automat ically subtracted from test data during the calibration procedure Overall accuracy is then Transmission Loss or Gain Accuracy Mismatch Uncertainty Channel Accuracy E ffects of signal source test device SWR Autotester and detec tor mismatch can be significant Mismatch Un
133. r 560 10BX BNC Male 560 10BX 1 SMA Male 1 7 3 GPIB Cables GPIB cables are used to interconnect the 54XXA with an external computer controller a plotter or other instruments on the GPIB The part numbers for standard cable lengths are Model Cable Length 2100 1 1m 3 3 ft 2100 2 2m _ 6 6 ft 2100 4 4m 13 2 ft 2100 5 0 5m 1 65 ft 1 8 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Specifications for the 54XXA Scalar Measurement System models are listed in Tables 1 2 through 1 5 54XXA OM I GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Table 1 2 System Specifications 1 of 3 MEASUREMENTS Function The 5400 Series measures swept freq uency transmission reflection and power charac teristics of microwave devices using a built in micro wave source along with external detectors and or SWR Autotesters Measurement Modes Transmission dB Return Loss dB SWR linear SWR and Power dBm Frequency Range Eleven models cover the range 1 0 MHz to 26 5 GHz determined by range of the signal source of the particular model Table 1 5 Meas urement range also determined by WILTRON 5400 Se ries or 560 Series SWR Autotester and or Detector used with Analyzer portion of unit ANALYZER Inputs Two inputs standard A and B third input R is optional Inputs accept detected outputs from WIL TRON 5400 Series or 560 Series SWR Autotesters and Detectors Third input adds A R and B R input ratio capability Measurements can be made in wavegu
134. r cables allow remote measurements up to 200 feet from the 54XXA 1 7 ACCESSORIES Cable accessories for the 54XXA are listed refer enced below Part numbers and specifications for WILTRON 5400 series and 560 series SWR Autotesters detectors are listed in Tables 1 6 and 1 7 Part numbers and specifications for 5400 series and 560 series detectors are listed in Ta bles 1 8 and 1 9 1 4 Part numbers and specifications for Open Shorts Matching Pads Terminations RF Cables etc are contained in the 5400A Series Scalar Measurement Systems Data Sheet A copy of this data sheet is located behind the Supplements tab at the rear of this manual Contact your WILTRON repre sentative for further information 1 7 1 Extender Cables Extender cables can be used between the SWR Autotester or detector and the 54XXA This allows measurements to be made up to 200 feet from the 54XXA Cable part numbers and lengths are Model Cable Length 800 109 7 6m 25 ft 800 110 15 2m 50 ft 800 111 30 5m 100 ft 800 112 61m 200 ft 1 7 2 Adapter Cables The 560 10BX Adapter cable is used to simulate a RF detector and to connect to a calibration dc source during the Performance Verification and calibration procedures for the 54XXA The 560 10B X 1 Adapter cable is used to connect the 54XXA to suitable waveguide detectors or other detectors having SMA female output connectors The cable length is 1 2m 4 ft Cable part numbers are Model Connecto
135. r the associated display element A value of Grat Color 0 designates full off and 15 designates full on The values shown RO are power on reset default values G15 B 0 Resets the color display characteristics PRESET to the power on reset default values AUTOZERO MODE Turns Autozero function on normal operating mode see gt ON text default Holds Autozero circuit OFF correction signal of each A active channel at current USE w THEN value This value remains PRESS SELECT unchanged until function returned to on see text TRACE FUNCTIONS CHANNEL 1 l MAX HOLD MIN HOLD MAX MIN CHANNEL 2 MAX HOLD MIN HOLD gt MAX MIN CLEAR ALL USE A THEN PRESSWELECT FREQUENCY SCALING MULTIPLIER n gt DIVISOR n OFFSET XX XXXX GHz SELECT SCALING USER STANDARD Captures displays and holds the maximum measurement values for Channel 1 during succesive sweeps AH is displayed at the bottom of the screen for all trace hold operations Captures displays and holds the minimum measurementvalues for Channel 1 during succesive sweeps Captures displays and holds both maximum and minimum measurement values for Channel 1 during succesive sweeps Same as above but for Channel 2 Cancels trace hold mode operation and returns to normal measurement mode Example AH12 displayed at bottom of screen when Application Trace Hold is Activ
136. r the signal source or either measurement channel 3 10 SOURCE OUTPUT FREQUENCY POWER ALTERNATE SWEEP RF ON OFF L NLEVELED RF OFF O O MARKERS LJ LEVELING INTERNAL O EXTERNAL Figure 3 7 SOURCE Keys and Indicators 3 11 SOURCE KEY GROUP AND MENUS This key group consists of the keys and indicator LEDs shown in Figure 3 7 The menus associated with these keys are shown in Figure 3 19 located behind Operating Menus tab The two operating modes of the 54XXA internal signal source are e Normal Mode when either measurement chan nel is turned on e CW Mode when both measurement channels are turned off The source operating frequency in this mode is either the START frequency or for CENTER WIDTH mode Frequency CENTER freq 1 2 WIDTH freq 3 11 1 FREQUENCY Key and Menu Displays one of two menus that allow the user to enter the operating frequency parameters for the signal source Figure 3 19 The first menu pertains to the Start Stop Frequency mode of operation the other pertains to the Center F requency Width mode All frequencies displayed by these menus arein MHz for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A they are dis played in GHz for all other models Each menu may be accessed from the other 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION SOURCE KEY GROUP AND MENUS 3 11 22 ALTERNATE SWEEP Key and Menus Selects Alternate Sweep mode and displays one of two menus Figure 3 19 t
137. rement type or change channel measurement type Calibration Data Only for Return Loss or SWR Channel 1 Calibration Data Only for Return Loss or SWR Channel 2 Problem Channel set to measure Transmission but the calibration data for channel is for Return Loss or SWR Remedy Perform calibration for current measurement type or change channel measurement type Screen Display Warning Box Message n CALIS TRANSMSSN n CAL IS RET LOSS Cursor Search Failed Problem The last cursor search command was unable to find the requested value s on the current trace Remedy Amend search targets search type or cursor mode Reminder if Relative Mode Cursor is enabled target values are interpreted as relative to the value at the current cursor NOT FOUND Trace Memory Invalid Display Resolution Channel 1 Trace Memory Invalid Display Resolution Channel 2 Problem The requested trace memory was captured with a resolution inconsistent with current settings Remedy Recall a different trace memory change resolution or disable trace memory subtraction TRACE MEM 101 pts NOTES External ALC Uncalibrated Problem External ALC selected but has not yet been rescaled Remedy Perform External ALC calibration N A Reserved m Channel Number F hardware faul O OK information message only GPIB U user error keyboard input etc W warning only see expanatory text at top of table
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139. rring er rors Proceed as follows Verify the 54XXA passes the Self Test satisfactorily Connect test equipment per Figure 4 1 page 4 4 except do not connect the Open Short Use an adapter between the 54XXA RF OUTPUT connector and the SWR Autotester if necessary Set the 54XXA signal source to the frequency range and power output level that will be used during the actual test KEY CALIBRATION CALIBRATION START CAL DETECTOR 4 6 See Absolute Power Measurement Table 4 6 OFFSETS DC CAL MENU PRESS CLEAR TO RETURN TO MEASUREMENT MODE use THEN PRESS SELECT DETECTOR OFFSETS A X XX dB B X XX dB R X XX dB ENTER VALUES PRESS CLEAR WHEN DONE TRANSMISSION CALIBRATION CONNECT A DETECTOR TO TEST PORT PRESS SELECT WHEN READY CALIBRATION WAIT CALIBRATION DATA BEING TAKEN Not displayed for Transmission Only Calibration gt RETURN Loss CALIBRATION STEP 1 CONNECT AUTOTESTER TO INPUT B CONNECT OPEN TO TEST PORT PRESS SELECT WHEN READY CALIBRATION WAIT CALIBRATION DATA BEING TAKEN If test setup is for transmission loss only TEST PORT is the port to which the test device connects typically the 54XXA RF OUTPUT Not displayed for 54XXA s without Input R RETURN LOSS CALIBRATION STEP2 REMOVE OPEN AND CONNECT SHORT TO TEST PORT PRESS SELECT WHEN READY CALIBRATION WAIT CALIBRATION DATA BEIN
140. s Only Data 54XXA OM 3 21 3 22 Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION NETWORK ANALYZER KEY GROUP MENUS 54XXA OM KEY GROUP NETWORK ANALYZER 1 A CHANNEL 2 A OFFSET RESOLUTION _ AUTOSCALE LIMITS MENU CALIBRATION O gt A gt O LULL eat D Turns designated measurement trace Channel 1 or 2 on or off Also turns on associated reference line indicator limit lines and CHANNEL indicator LED Sets screen display for the designated measurement trace at optimum offset and resolution values for viewing the measured data LIMITS Y a OFFSET RESOLUTION Y Enter desired value into menu via the DATA ENTRY keys or knob Entry CHANNEL nA specifies the dB or SWR value to be assigned to the Reference Line for trace OFFSET n XX X dB A Enter desired value into menu display This value specifies the value in dB or aceon SWR of each vertical division of the measurement display PRESS SELECT __ TO MOVE TRACE AT CURSOR TO REF LINE AA Press SELECT with Cursor on to move the trace displayed at Cursor to the Reference Line INPUT B 3 TRANSMISSION RETURN LOSS SELECT INPUT TRACE MEMORY REF LINE Con igures measuremen trace n for Transmission Measurement Con igures measuremen Return Loss measureme Con Sta Con igures measuremen
141. s for the normal calibration se quence for transmission and reflection measure ments Table 4 2 b DETECTOR OFFSETS This selection al lows an offset expressed in dB to be specified for any detector used with the A B or R inputs These values remain in memory even after the 54XXA is powered down The offsets can be cleared by reselecting DETECTOR OFFSETS and entering 0 dB Whenever one or more de tector offsets are used a status message is dis played at the bottom of the screen Example DET OFS ABR indicates that non zero offsets have been entered for each of the three inputs c DC CAL MENU This selection is used in conjunction with the POWER selection from the NETWORK ANALYZER menus for Channel 1 and or Channel 2 to perform absolute power measurements Refer to Table 4 6 page 4 14 4 4 MEASUREMENT PROCEDURES The 54XXA Scalar Measurement System can be used to make transmission loss or gain return loss abso lute power and SWR measurements Any of these measurements can be set up using features such as alternate sweep frequency ranges and or trace memory subtraction 4 4 1 Transmission and Return Loss Measurements The procedure for making transmission and return loss measurements is described in Table 4 3 on page 4 7 A screen display for a typical application is 4 3 OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT PROCEDURE IV MEASUREMENT AND CALIBRATION PROCEDURES shown in the table The typical equipment setup f
142. sed no pin Digital Ground not used not used H Sync V Sync not used Figure A 2 Pinout of EXTERNAL MONITOR Rear Panel Connector PIN NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure A 3 Color Red Signal Green Signal Blue Signal not used not used Red Return Green Return Blue Return no pin Digital Ground Digital Ground not used H Sync V Sync not used GPIB IEEE 488 12 1 See 24 13 DIO1 DIO2 DIO3 DIO4 EOI DAV NRFD NDAC IFC SRQ ATN Chassis Ground FUNCTION DESCRIPTION PIN NO 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 EXTERNAL MONITOR O A Z FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DIO5 DIO6 DIO7 DIO8 REN Logic Ground Logic Ground Logic Ground Logic Ground Logic Ground Logic Ground Logic Ground Pinout for Rear Panel GPIB Connector Q A 9 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS APPENDIX A 5 PRINTER SWITCH SETTINGS The following table lists the correct switch settings for common printers used with the 54XXA Refer to paragraph 3 14 in Section III Front Panel Operation A 10 Table A 5 54XXA Printer Switch Settings PRINTER SWITCH SETTINGS OFF 0 ON 1 SW1 SW2 PRINTER 12345678 234 EPSON FX100 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 100 EPSON RX80 00000111 100 EPSON LX80 00000111 100 HP THINKJET 01001100 EPSON LQ850 10000000 000 EPSON LQ550 10000000 000
143. signal applied to this connector is processed according to the setup menu selections chosen by the user The resulting signal may then be displayed on INPUT A Connector 3 7 DATA ENTRY KEY GROUP Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION either display trace Channel 1 or Channel 2 un der menu control The software default measure ment mode displays the INPUT A signal as a trans mission type measurement displayed on Channel 1 3 8 8 INPUT B Connector Second input signal connector The signal applied to this input is processed and displayed in the same manner as for the INPUT A signal according to the setup menu selections chosen by the user The soft ware default measurement mode displays the B In put signal as a reflection type measurement dis played on Channel 2 3 8 9 INPUT R Connector Thethird optional input signal connector is similar to inputs A and B It can be used for ratio type measurements where the processed INPUT R signal is logarithmically subtracted from either the INPUT A signal Ratio A R measurement or INPUT B signal Ratio B R measurement These measurement functions are set up via menu selec tion NOTE The input signals applied to the front panel input connectors are typically out put signals from SWR Autotesters and de tectors These signals are low level low frequency signals with dc components Refer to Section IV Measurement and Calibration Procedures for information about typical meas
144. surement MINIMUM trace data NEXT MKR Moves the cursor to the next frequency marker Moves the cursor to the active frequency marker gt REPEAT SRCH EACH SWEEP MAIN MENU USE 4 THEN PRESS SELECT menu g The search value absolute or relative is indicated along with the search type SETUP OPTIONS gt CURSOR OPTIONS SET CHAN 2 Changes Cursor operation CHANNEL 1 to opposite channel Initiates a search that places active A SEARCH FOR cursor on maximum peak value and USE y THEN relative cursor on minimum value PRESS SELECT MIN MAX Initiates search to value relative to 0 00 dBr L 4 maximum trace value Search type FROM MAX and search value as set in Setup Menu D was Repeats the selected cursor search for each measurement sweep Trace 2 N Frequency difference between main and relative cursors Frequency difference between cursors for Alternate sweep A Select to interchange frequency positions of main and relative cursors RELATIVE will be displayed here if using Relative cursor SEARCH CHANNEL 1 3 TYPE Relative Will be blank if using active cursor SEARCH TYPE absolute SEARCH VALUE XX XX dB Enter the amplitude value for selected cursor search function in dB SEARCH TYPE Sets up a dB search to the left of the present main cursor position Value searched for is the dB SEARCH value LEFT Sets up a dB s
145. t 420 dBm maximum input power Exceeding these input power levels even for short durations can per manently damage the internal components of these devices Not Disturb Teflon Tuning Washers On Connector Center Pins The center conductor of many RF component connectors contains a small teflon tuning washer that located near the point of mating Figure 1 7 This washer compensates for minor imped ance discontinuities at the interface Do not dis turb this washer The location of this washer is critical to the performance of the component TEFLON WASHER The teflon washer is shown on a GPC 7 connector A similar washer may be installed RF signal sources Figure 1 5 shows a typical compensation washer installation Keep Connectors Clean The precise geometry that makes possible the RF component s high performance can be easily disturbed by dirt and other contamination ad hering to connector interfaces When not in use keep the connectors covered To dean the connector interfaces use a dean cotton swab that has been dampened with denat ured alcohol Proper techniques for cleaning GPC type connectors are as follows e Always use denatured alcohol as cleaning solvent N ever use industrial solvent or water as damage to the connectors may result e Useonly a small amount of alcohol otherwise prolonged drying of the connector may be required e Never put lateral pressure on the center pin of the connector e Verify
146. ter Anritsu MP47A 30 dB Attenuator RF Detector WILTRON 560 7N50 for all mod els except 5436A RF Detector WILTRON 560 7K 50 for model 5436A b Procedure 1 Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 5 4 and turn the equipment on 2 Press the SYSTEM MENU key and select RE SET using the MENU up down and SELECT keys From the RESET MENU select RE STORE DEFAULT SETUP 3 Turn Channel 2 off Press the Channel 1 MENU key and set for power measurement using INPUT A as input 54XXA OM 4 Connect the RF detector tothe 54XXA Input A connector and to the power meter 50 MHz reference signal connector CAL OUTPUT Switch the power meter reference signal off 5 Press the CALIBRATION key and select DC CAL MENU 6 Allow the 54XXA to sweep for 5 seconds and then select the ON option from the SET DC CAL menu The 54XXA should display DC CAL in the top right hand corner of the screen display 7 Press the CURSOR key to obtain cursor read out on the 54XXA screen display 8 Switch the power meter 50 MHz reference signal ON and verify that the 54XXA cursor reading is 0 00 dBm 0 30 dBm Record the reading in Table 5 3b in the space provided 9 Disconnect the detector from the power meter CAL OUTPUT connector and connect the 30 dB attenuator between the detector and the CAL OUTPUT connector Verify that the 54XXA cursor readout is 30 00 0 45 dBm Record the reading in Table 5 3b 10 Repeat steps 2 to
147. ter should print a copy of the 54XXA screen display This will take approximately one minute to complete 5 11 GPIB OPERATION TEST Only perform this section if the 54XXA has the GPIB option fitted This test checks that the 54XXA can communicate to and from a controller a Equipment Required Personal Computer equipped with National PCIIA GPIB Interface Card or HP 200 Series Computer or Wiltron 85 Controller or equiva lent GPIB CABLE EXTERNAL COMPUTER CONTROLLER 5400 SCALAR MEASUREMENT SYSTEM Figure 5 13 Equipment Setup for GPIB Operation Test 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES GPIB OPERATION TEST a GPIB Operation Test Program For PC With National PCIIA Card GPIB Test Program SINCLUDE C qbNqbdec 14 bas Give actual pathname CLS dut ILFIND DEV5 DEV is name in IBCONF CALL IBWRT dut OID Send Output IDentify command ident SPACES 30 CALL IBRD dut ident Receive data from 54XXA lr The unit under test is a LEFTS idents 5 n The firmware version is MID ident 7 6 Note Before loading this program the software for the National PCIIA Card and the Quick Basic operating system must be loaded into the PC b GPIB Operation Test Program For HP 200 or WILTRON 85 Controller OUTPUT 706 OID ENTER 706
148. that no cotton or other foreign material remains in the connector after cleaning it e f available use compressed air to remove for eign particles and to dry the connector e After cleaning verify that the center pin has not been bent or damaged NOTE Most cotton swabs are too large to fit into the smaller connector types In these cases it is necessary to peel off most of the cotton and then twist the remaining cotton tight Be sure that the remaining cotton does not get stuck in the connector on any WILTRON precision connector 1 11 RECOMMENDED TEST EQUIPMENT Table 1 10 is a list of recommended test equipment required for performance verification and calibration procedures and for troubleshooting Model 54XXA Scalar Measurement systems Each equipment en try indudes a USE code that indicates the type of usage for that piece of equipment These codes are described below Figure 1 4 Typical Tuning Washer Usage f Compensation Washers WSMA Connectors WSMA connectors are optimized for connection to standard SMA connectors Whenever two WSMA connectors are mated a beryllium copper compensation washer should be inserted between the two connectors near the point of Code Type of Testing mating to provide optimum mating depth for C Calibration this connector combination The only exceptions P Performance Verification are the WSMA Open Short and the RF Output T Troubleshooting 1 14 54XXA OM PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF
149. the Channel 1 AUTOSCALE key This gives an optimum vertical display of the test data Press the CURSOR ON OFF key to on Using the DATA ENTRY rotary knob move the cursor from the low to the high ends of the trace and read the RF source output power in dBm at the frequencies of interest 54XXA OM 4 15 4 16 54XXAOM SECTION V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES Table of Contents 5 1 INTRODUCTION co o e 5 3 5 2 RECOMMENDED TEST EQUIPMENT 5 3 5 3 TEST RECORDSA oi pese ge Recibe bt Ege R UR a 5 3 5 4 FRONT PANEL OPERATION TEST l l lens 5 3 5 5 CW FREQUENCY ACCURACY TEST llle 5 3 5 6 OUTPUT POWER ACCURACY FLATNESSTEST 5 7 5 7 SIGNAL CHANNEL VERIFICATION TESTS 5 10 DC Voltage Method o e e me 5 10 50MHz Accuracy Test o 5 11 Mid Band Frequency RF Test 0 o e 5 12 Measurement Uncertainties In Mid Band Frequency RF Test Method a ss moos cora ca llle 5 17 5 8 RESIDUAL FM TEST virsi apee RR m ea Ro Re RUE Pe ee 5 18 5 9 SOURCE OUTPUT SIGNAL PURITY TESTS 5 19 5 10 PRINTER OPERATION TEST 5 20 5 11 GPIB OPERATION TEST 00005000 5 20 5 1 5 2 SECTION V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES 5 1 INTRODUCTION This section provides performance verification procedures for all standard models of WILTRON 54XXA Scalar Measurement Systems All of the tes
150. tile Memory Figure 3 6 Trace Memory Storage Locations 3 9 SOURCE KEY GROUP AND MENUS Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION channel Active trace memory is volatile the stored data is lost when the 54XXA is powered down The trace data stored in active memory may contain simple or complex limit line data This data may be subtracted from subsequent measurement trace data see TRACE MEMORY submenu shown in Fig ure 3 18 NOTE To store measurement trace data to non volatile trace memory locations Fig ure 3 6 and to retrieve trace data pre viously stored in these memories use the SAVE RECALL key and menu functions which are described in paragraph 3 12 2 3 10 6 CALIBRATION Key and Menus This key displays a series of menus that guide the user through the calibration procedure that is appropriate to the current test setup Calibration is an equipment normalization procedure that should be performed whenever the measurement type or the test setup is changed or as required periodically Refer to Section IV Measurement and Calibration Procedures for an explanation of the CALIBRATION key menus and procedures NOTE Service type calibration procedures are described in the 54XXA Scalar Measure ment System Maintenance Manual 3 10 7 UNCAL Indicator This LED indicator is lit when either measurement channel requires re calibration This is usually due to a significant change of the front panel control settings fo
151. tion The measurement screen display Figure 3 1 indudes one or two measurement traces meas urement function settings cursors markers limit lines and the signal source frequency and output power parameters The measurement traces are referred to as display channels 1 and 2 They are set up via the display channel menus If the signal source is programmed for alternating frequency ranges then trace 1 dis plays the main setting and trace 2 displays the alternative settings s Network Analyzer Settings The two lines la beled 1 and 2 across the top of the screen display the type of measurement selected and the offset and vertical resolution values for traces 1 2 or both The input connector se lected for each trace is also shown The Net work Analyzer menu selections control the ver tical axis of the display e Modd Status Information The box in the top right side of the screen displays model num ber and status information Examples ALTERNATE SWEEP is displayed when an alternate sweep setup has been selected HOLD is displayed when the instrument is in the Hold mode 54XXA OM e Source Frequency Power And Horizontal Reso lution graticule Setings The three lines along the bottom of the screen display e Signal source start stop frequencies s Alternate sweep start stop frequencies e Horizontal resolution Graticule values of the displayed traces s Power output of the signal s
152. tion Power Error Channel 1 Calibration Power Error Channel 2 Problem The current output power is different from the power value used during the last calibration Remedy AS using new power level or adjust current power level to calibration value CAL POWER n XX XX dBm Keypad Entry Error Problem The last keypad input is not within credible limits for the current data parameter Remedy Re enter valid data value via keypad or spinwheel NOTE This is an ERROR condition Further use of the instrument is not possible until the condition causing the error has been corrected ENTRY ERROR RE ENTER NOTES No Calibration Data Channel 1 No Calibration Data Channel 2 Problem No calibration data exists for the indicated channel Remedy Perform calibration including designated channel or change measurement type for the channel n Channel Number F hardware faul O OK information message only GPIB U user error keyboard input etc W warning only see expanatory text at top of table 54XXA OM A 5 ERROR WARNING MESSAGES APPENDIX Error Warning Number Table A 3 54XXA Warning Error Messages 3 of 4 Description Calibration Data Only for Transmission Channel 1 Calibration Data Only for Transmission Channel 2 Problem Channel set to measure Return Loss or SWR but the calibration data for channel is for Transmission Remedy Perform calibration for current measu
153. tors Finger tight is usually sufficient for Type N connectors Never use pliers to tighten connectors Table 1 10 Allowable Mating Connector Pin Depth or equivalent can be used for this purpose If the measured connector is out of tolerance in the REFERENCE PLANE REFERENCE PLANE Cl 0 207 0 001 DEPTH 0 000 INCHES MALE Pp 0 207 PIN 0 000 PIN DEPTH INCHES FEMALE 0 0001 Figure 1 2 N Connector Pin Depth Definition 54XXA OM Test Port Wiltron i Pin Depth Connector Gauging geri Gauge Type Set Model Reading N Male 207 0 000 207 0 000 0 003 0 003 01 163 N Female 207 0 000 Same as 0 003 Pin Depth GPC 7 01 161 0 000 Same as 0 003 Pin Depth WSMA 0 0025 Mal 0 0035 01 162 Seg E WSMA 0 003 SSR Female 0 007 K Male 01 162 0 000 Same as K Female 0 005 Pin Depth 1 13 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF AUTOTESTERS AND RF DETECTORS I GENERAL INFORMATION c Avoid Mechanical Shock connectors of the 54XXA and other WILTRON Do not drop or otherwise treat RF components roughly These devices are designed to withstand years of normal bench handling However me chanical shock will significantly reduce their service life Avoid Applying Excessive Power Series 560 9XXXX SWR Autotesters are rated at 427 dBm 0 5 W maximum input power and Series 560 7XXX Detectors arerated a
154. ts in this section are performed using the 54XXA front panel controls and screen displays No internal circuits or adjustments are disturbed If the results of all tests presented in this section are within speci fication the 54X XA tested is operating normally and does not require calibration 5 2 RECOMMENDED TEST EQUIPMENT The recommended test equipment for each of the performance verification tests is listed along with the procedure for each test All of the test equipment used in these tests is also listed in Table 1 11 in Section General Information If the recom mended equipment is not available then other test equipment with suitable characteristics may be sub stituted NOTE It is recommended that all test equipment be allowed to warm up at least 30 minutes prior to performing any of the perform ance verification tests 5 3 TEST RECORDS Tables 5 1 5 2 and 5 3 contain test record forms that can be photocopied and used to keep an accurate performance verification test record for your 54XXA These tables are included as part of the performance verification procedures and contain test information for all 54XXA models Specification Ta bles 1 3 1 4 and 1 5 in Section General Information are used as the specification reference throughout this section 5 4 FRONT PANEL OPERATION TEST This test verifies that all the front panel switches and LED S are operational The test involves press ing each key o
155. urce and power up boot the computer 54XXA OM B 1 INSTALLING NI 488 MS DOS HANDLER SOFTWARE APPENDIX B B2 INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING THE NI 488 MS DOS HANDLER SOFTWARE The following steps provide detailed instructions for installing the NI 488 MS DOS Handler software in support of the GPIB PCII IlA card and for changing the default software configuration options of the handler NOTE When installing the MS DOS Handler software use only the National Instruments NI 488 Distribution Disk for GPIB PCII PCIIA MS DOS Handler P N 420039 09 Revi sion C 11 Use of any other versions of the GPIB handler software can cause interfacing problems between the handler and the devices on the bus 1 Insert the NI 488 Distribution Disk for the GPIB PCII IIA MS DOS Handler into the disk drive At the DOS prompt Type A Press ENTER The AA DOS prompt will appear 2 Runtheinstallation program IBSTART and spedify the start up boot drive For example if C is the boot drive at the DOS prompt Type IBSTART C Press ENTER 3 Follow the instructions on the display The installation program first copies the files GPIB COM and IBCONF EXE from the distribution disk to the root directory of the boot drive then creates the directory GPIB PC on the boot drive and copies all thefiles on the distribution disk intothis directory Next the program adds the line DEVICE GPIB COM to the computer s CONFIG SYS file so that DOS will load th
156. urement channels off using the DISPLAY ON OFF keys Press the OUTPUT POWER key and set the power to 44 0 dBm 7 dBm for units without an inter nal step attenuator 4 Press the FREQUENCY key and set the START frequency to the same value as the STOP frequency The 54XXA should now be in CW mode at the highest signal frequency for that model 5 Tune the spectrum analyzer to center the 54XXA output signal at the center frequency graticule line 6 Adjust the spectrum analyzer reference level to place the top of the waveform on the refer ence level graticule line 7 Set the spectrum analyzer frequency span div to 100 kHz The spectrum analyzer display should resemble Figure 5 10 8 Now set the frequency span div to 10 mS zero span Re adjust the tuning control to place the trace on the reference level graticule as necessary 9 View the modulation meter and ensure that the HIGH and LOW indicators are off Read the frequency deviation meter and verify that the value is within the specified limits for the particular 54XXA model as listed in Table 1 5 10 dB DIVISION Figure 5 10 Spectrum Analyzer Screen Display 54XXA OM V PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION PROCEDURES SOURCE OUTPUT SIGNAL PURITY TESTS 10 11 5 9 If the unit is a 5417A perform the following steps otherwise go to paragraph 5 9 Source Output Signal Test Press the 54XXA FREQUENCY key Set the ce
157. urement setups and usage 3 8 DATA ENTRY ENTER CLEAR Figure 3 4 DATA ENTRY Keys and Knob 3 9 DATA ENTRY KEY GROUP The DATA ENTRY keys and data entry knob Fig ure 3 4 are used to enter data into the setup menu selections The units associated with the entered data are determined by the menu displayed during entry and by the model levels in dB or dBr for all models frequency in MHz for models 5407A 5409A and 5411A and in GHz for all other models Units are not entered with data 3 9 1 Data Entry Keypad This keypad consists of keys 0 9 and These keys are used with the setup menus to enter re quired operational parameters 3 9 2 Data Entry Knob Changes the values of an active parameter during menu entry cursor position offset resolution etc Fast knob movement changes the data in large in crements slow movement allows fine changes to be made 3 9 3 ENTER Key Terminates the data entry sequence When pressed data entered via the keypad or the data entry knob are input to the 54XXA control logic This key is also used for other functions when so specified by a menu function 3 9 4 CLEAR Key Clears entered value if pressed before the ENTRY key Also clears a displayed menu entry errors com plex limit segment identifiers and CURSOR NOT FOUND message 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION NETWORK ANALYZER KEY GROUP AND MENUS NETWORK ANALYZER 1
158. y the CURSOR key data readout function when invoked This readout will not be present if an Er ror Warning message is displayed e Select measurement channels affected by the data smoothing function refer to SMOOTH ING key menus Figure 3 24 Channel 1 or 2 or both may be selected Plotter Address Displays a submenu that allows the user to set the GPIB address for the external plotter Figure 3 20 System Applications These menu selections allow the user to control the following measure ment applications functions listed below Each is controlled by a separate submenu Figure 3 20 e Select trace search functions These functions find and hold maximum minimum trace val ues for measurement e Perform amplifier gain compression tests This mode of operation automatically steps the signal source power output and halts when gain compression or pre selected out 54XXA OM Ill FRONT PANEL OPERATION SYSTEM FUNCTION KEY GROUP AND MENUS put level is reached Limits are used to detect the required compression level e Select titling and labeling functions These utility functions allow the measurement display titles and labeling to be changed e Control the color attributes of an external VGA monitor if used The attributes of the display Text Channel 1 Channel 2 traces and Graticule may be set individually e Set up and invoke the Frequency Scaling function This function causes the 54XXA to display op

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