Keysight 855xxA/B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller
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1. 2 10 Configuration Long Distance Between Splitter and CalPod 0020 cee ee cent eect ees 2 10 Configuration Control Through a TVAC Chamber Wall 000 00 c cece eee eee nee e ees 2 11 3 Safety and Regulatory Information Contacting Keysight 0 0 cece cece eee ene e een teen eet t EEEE 3 2 Maintenance oid toed cidad pied da idad liada 3 2 Shipment for Service 0 en i R ECE O ESELS eed e ented eben beens 3 2 Safety Symbols suremaan eaten vdeo od A Ea eaaa 3 3 General Safety Considerations o oooooocccccconncr urrara unanenn een beeen narrare 3 4 Safety Earth Ground solidaridad gah madd aes 3 4 Before Applying Power 00 c ccc ccc eee ene e nee need een nee been e tenn eens 3 4 User s Guide 85523 90005 Contents 1 Contents SAM A e e e da Bees 3 4 Regulatory Information io di ocd 3 6 Instructions forse eeri o 3 6 Instrument Markings surco alla Added dy ba het aida 3 6 Compliance Notices 0 c ccc ccc Sa R nnn nee nee need een tete badiat Baio napi SEDAS 3 8 Environmental Information 0 00 cece cent nett ene e nett ee ene enn 3 9 NV AIAN ceive at A O EE E r a aay a e 3 9 Contents 2 User s Guide 85523 90005 1 Usage Information KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series C2. 15 Vdc with 60 mA per cable conductor User s Guide 85523 90005 2 11 Reference Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations 2 12 User s Guide 85523 90005 3 Safety and Regulatory Information KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES Safety and Regulatory Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Contacting Keysight Contacting Keysight Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Keysight office are available on the Web at www keysight com find assist If you do not have access to the Internet please contact your Keysight field engineer NOTE In any correspondence or telephone conversation refer to the Keysight product by its model number and full serial number With this information the Keysight representative can determine whether your product is still within its warranty period Maintenance To remove dirt or dust from the external case of the Keysight products clean the case using a dry or slightly dampened cloth only If alcohol is used to clean the connectors the power cord to the instrument must be removed All cleaning should take place in a well ventilated area Allow adequate time for the fumes to disperse and moist alcohol to evaporate prior to energizing the instrument WARNING To prevent electrical shock disconnect instrument from mains before cleaning Use a
3. and Installed Options on page 1 10 Step 6 Load Temperature Characterization Data on page 1 11 Step 7 Connect the LAN Cable on page 1 13 Step 8 Confirm the Settings on the CalPod Controller on page 1 14 e Step 9 Configure the CalPods on page 1 15 Step 10 Configure the Hardware for a Calibration on page 1 18 e Step 11 Perform Initial 2 Port Calibration on page 1 20 e Step 12 Initialize the CalPods on page 1 22 Step 13 Configure the Hardware for a Measurement on page 1 22 Step 14 Recorrect Refresh the CalPods on page 1 22 Step 15 Measure the DUT on page 1 23 1 2 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Step 1 Inspect the Shipment 1 Unpack the contents of the shipping container Keep the container and packaging material in case the contents needs to be returned to the factory 2 Use the Contents List in the shipping container to verify the completeness of your shipment If not complete refer to Contacting Keysight on page 3 2 3 Carefully inspect each item in your shipment to make sure it was not damaged during shipment If damaged referto Contacting Keysight on page 3 2 NOTE The following pages list items that may be included in your shipment depending on what you purchased Your shipment
4. that is specific for your PNA model and serial number This keyword was sent to you by Keysight Use the following instructions to enter the keyword in the PNA using the PNA front panel HARDKEYs and softkeys 1 On the PNA press SYSTEM gt Service gt Option Enable 2 In the Option Enable dialog box use the pull down menu to select the CalPod firmware option you bought with your initial purchase If you don t know which option was purchased refer to the papers in the shipment container Enter the keyword Select Permanent gt Enable Click Yes to restart the PNA and enable the new firmware Click Exit Ol de a Step 5 Confirm the PNA Model Firmware Revision and Installed Options 1 If not already active start the PNA application 2 Select the Help pull down menu 3 Select About Network Analyzer and note the following a PNA model b PNA firmware application code version c PNA option 301 or 302 is installed 4 Compare the information you just noted with the information in Table 1 2 If your PNA is not compatible with your CalPods or if Option 301 or 302 is not installed contact Keysight Refer to Contacting Keysight on page 3 2 If you have an old version of PNA firmware go to http na support keysight com pna firmware and download the latest version 5 Select OK 1 10 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup
5. 12 pin male to 9 pin male connectors Sei 85556A CalPod Fan out cable splitter 85555A Splitter drive cable 2 meters All connectors are 12 pin female 12 pin male to 12 pin male connectors Always required for use with 85556A 85523_001_129 Configuration Distance Between Controller and Splitter is More Than 2 Meters CalPods 85523B CalPod Controller CalPod drive cables included 2 meters 12 pin male to 9 pin male connectors pa 85556A CalPod Fan out cable splitter All connectors are 12 pin female 85554A CalPod drive extension cable 10 meters 12 pin male to 12 pin female connectors Optional 85555A Splitter drive cable 2 meters 12 pin male to 12 pin male connectors included with 85556A fan out splitter 85523 001_130 When the distance between the controller and the splitter is more than 2 meters both the 85554A CalPod drive extension cable and the 85555A splitter drive cable are required 2 8 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Reference Information Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations Configuration Using as Many as 48 CalPods with One Controller 85523B CalPod Controller CalPods 8555524 or 85553A CalPod Drive Cables 2 meter length Cables either the 85555A splitter drive cable 2 meters in length included with 85556A fan out splitter or the 85554A plus the 85555A total length of 12 meters 85523_00
6. 3 e If Test Result shows Failed and the window text contains the words sn Failed check that the CalPod is properly connected to the CalPod Controller 8 After each CalPod serial number has been highlighted and tested click Close to return to the Calibration Refresh Module Configuration dialog menu 9 Assign each CalPod to a PNA test port a Inthe Calibration Refresh Module Configuration dialog window shown below under the heading CalPod Assignments assign a Calpod to each test port on the PNA Note that Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 and Port 4 refer to the PNA test ports and not the connector labels on the 85523B CalPod controller Calibration Refresh Module Configuration xi Initialize Initialize All Recorrect Recorrect All r Channel Channels Channel Channels Correct Power CalPod Assignments Port 1 Port 3 Port 4 esmas x ee ee x CalPod Delete All Hel a Setup CalPod Calsets ER me 85523_001_124 NOTE Clicking Help in the dialog window displays CalPod information in the PNA Series Network Analyzer Help System stored in the PNA As indicated in this example CalPod serial number 50270102 has been assigned to PNA test port 1 and CalPod serial number 50270107 has been assigned to PNA test port 2 b After each CalPod has been assigned to a test port on the PNA click Close User s Guide 85523 90005 1 17 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Se
7. 7 Step 3 Download the CalPod Installation Package 0 0 0 cece eee c cece eee eee eens 1 7 Step 4 Enable the CalPod Firmware License Option 301 or 302 20 cece eee cece eee eee 1 10 Step 5 Confirm the PNA Model Firmware Revision and Installed Options oo o ooo o 1 10 Step 6 Load Temperature Characterization Data 0 ccc ccc cence eee nee eee neces 1 11 Step 7 Connect the LAN Cable 0 0 ccc nnn enn een een eee nee rD a 1 13 Step 8 Confirm the Settings on the CalPod Controller 0 ccc cece eee eect eee eens 1 14 Step 9 Configure the CalPods 20 0 cece cece nee eee e teen tent en teeeees 1 15 Step 10 Configure the Hardware for a Calibration 0 00 ccc cece cette nent eee ees 1 18 Step 11 Perform Initial 2 Port Calibration 0 cc ccc ccc cece nanana ananena eraann 1 20 Step 12 Initialize the CalPods 0 ccc ccc e nor 1 22 Step 13 Configure the Hardware for a Measurement 0 20cece ec ee rn 1 22 Step 14 Recorrect Refresh the CalPods 2 0 00 cece cece eee ete tence ene ee eeeeaes 1 22 Step 15 M asure the DUT cscs es eed Seaveantiianaaa yao a ip ds 1 23 2 Reference Information Miscellaneous Reference Information 0cccce cece rr 2 2 Chapter Overview Hyperlinks 00 ccc cece eee ne rannan r cence nent rnanan 2 2 Websites with Additional PNA Information Related to
8. 85552A 20 GHZ 8 85553A 40 GHz 10 meter length male to female connectors CalPod control cables included with CalPods Can be cascaded for longer lengths 2 meter length 85523 001_127 When the distance between the 85523B CalPod Controller and the CalPod unit is more than two meters an 85554A extension cable for CalPod drive cables is required This extension cable is 10 meters in length The 12 pin male connector joins with the 85523B CalPod controller and the 12 pin female connector joins with the 12 pin connector on the 85552 53A CalPod drive cable 2 meter length The 9 pin male connector of the 85552 53A CalPod drive cable joins with the CalPod Configuration Using a 1 x 12 CalPod Cable Fan Out Splitter for More Than Four CalPods As shown in the following graphic a Keysight 85556A 20 GHz and 40 GHz CalPod 1x12 fan out splitter can be used to connect four or more 855xxA B Series CalPods to an 85523B CalPod Controller fan out splitter drive cable included with 855564 fan out splitter connects to CalPod Controller not shown 85554A extensions connect to CalPods not shown 85523_001_128 User s Guide 85523 90005 2 7 Reference Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations Configuration Distance Between Controller and Splitter is Less Than 2 Meters CalPods CalPod drive cables included 2 meters 85523B CalPod Controller
9. CalPods 0 200ccc cece eeeeeeees 2 2 85523B Calpod Controller Dimensions and Weight 20 0cee cece een eee e tee ee eens 2 2 85523B CalPod Controller Front Panel Output Connectors 0 c ccc cece cence eee ene e ens 2 3 CalPod Operational Check 0 c ccc cece en ene enn e nee et een teen e ene e ene ennes 2 3 Calibration Types Not Supported by CalPods 0 cc ccc ccc cence ene n rr 2 3 Setting a Static IP Address on the PNA When Using USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter 2 3 Alternative Configuration for the LAN Cable Not recommended 0020020e eee ee eee ees 2 4 Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations 20 00 e cece eee e teen teen eeeeeees 2 6 Configuration Distance Between Controller and CalPod is 2 Meters or Less 20 00 000 2 6 Configuration Distance Between Controller and CalPod is More Than 2 Meters 5 2 1 Configuration Using a 1 x 12 CalPod Cable Fan Out Splitter for More Than Four CalPods 2 1 Configuration Distance Between Controller and Splitter is Less Than 2 Meters 2 5 2 8 Configuration Distance Between Controller and Splitter is More Than 2 Meters 4 2 8 Configuration Using as Many as 48 CalPods with One Controller 0000 cece cece eee ee 2 9 Configuration Using as Many as 48 CalPods with One Controller Over a Long Distance
10. and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 6 Select the File pull down menu and select Minimize Application Table 1 2 PNA Models Firmware Firmware Options Required for 855xxA B Series CalPods PNA Models PNA Firmware PNA Options CalPod 855xxA B CalPod Modules Version Firmware License N524xA PNA X 85530B 20 GHz CalPod Option 301 N522xA PNA 85540A 40 GHz CalPod A 09 33 05 or later N523xA PNA L 85531B 20 GHz CalPod N5230C PNA L 85532B 20 GHz CalPod Option 302 E836xC PNA A 09 85 07 or earlier 85541A 40 GHz CalPod 85542A 40 GHz CalPod PNA Options for CalPod Firmware PNA firmware option 301 is used for ambient temperature operation of CalPods and provides accurate recorrection capabilities over the temperature range 20 to 30 C A maximum of only four CalPods can be controlled with option 301 The temperature compensated and thermal vacuum environment CalPods can be used with firmware option 301 but they will not have temperature compensation capabilities PNA firmware option 302 is used for temperature compensated and thermal vacuum CalPods and provides accurate recorrection capabilities over the temperature range 30 to 80 C With firmware option 302 up to 48 CalPods can be controlled but only four CalPods at a time can be recorrected Step 6 Load Temperature Characterization Data NOTE The following process is required for 85531B 85532B 85541A and 85542A Cal Pods It is
11. may not contain all items shown Table 1 1 Shipment Items 85530B 100 MHz to 20 GHz CalPod Standard or 85540A 500 MHz to 40 GHz CalPod Standard 2 e a pee oe q e e CTRL connector EN eo 9 pin 4 A AAA y ll RF1 connector 8 gt 2 92 mm f 85523 001_101 User s Guide 85523 90005 1 3 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Table 1 1 Shipment Items 85531B 100 MHz to 20 GHz CalPod Temperature Characterized or 85541A 500 MHz to 40 GHz CalPod Temperature Characterized 2 NOTE As shown in the graphic below each temperature characterized CalPod comes with a USB drive that has a matching serial number Each USB drive contains temperature characterization data that is unique to each 85531B 20 GHz CalPod or 85541A 40 GHz CalPod CalPod USB drive 85523_001_102 85532B 100 MHz to 20 GHz CalPod Thermal Vacuum Environments or 85542A 500 MHz to 40 GHz CalPod Thermal Vacuum Environments Photos of the 85532B 20 GHz CalPod and the 85542A 40 GHz CalPod are not available However these CalPod models look the same as the 85531A 20 GHz CalPod shown above except for the label 85523B CalPod Controller 85523_001_103 0960 2955 USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter 7 5 inch 1 4 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalP
12. not required for an 85530B or 85540A CalPod since these models do not have Temperature Characterization data If your CalPod model is an 85531B 85532B 85541A or 85542A it is temperature compensated and was shipped with a USB drive that has a matching serial number refer to Figure 1 1 USB Drive Matches Serial Number on CalPod on page 1 12 The USB drive contains Temperature Characterization data that must be loaded into the PNA To do so use the following procedure 1 Insert the USB drive into any USB port on the PNA 2 To access the Windows desktop when the PNA application is active select File gt Minimize Application 3 Right click on Start and select Explore 4 Navigate to the files on the USB drive and double click setup exe to run the program 5 Inthe dialog window titled CalPod Thermal Characterization Data Install Utility click Il accept license terms and wait for additional text to be displayed This loads CalPod Temperature Characterization data in the PNA 6 When PNA restore archive complete is displayed at the bottom of the window close the window 7 Remove the USB drive from the PNA User s Guide 85523 90005 1 11 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 8 Repeat Step 6 Load Temperature Characterization Data on page 1 11 for each CalPod to be used with the PNA Fi
13. point to ensure the CalPods are in the thru state 5 Close the CalPod dialog window 6 Configure the measurement hardware for the initial calibration The initial calibration consists of performing a normal calibration typically with an ECal module and 1 20 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods then transferring this correction array to the CalPods when the Initialize Channel command is performed in step 8 The configuration for the initial ECal calibration and CalPod channel initialization can be significantly different from the final measurement configuration A short cable between the PNA test port and the CalPod as shown in the following graphic can be used for the initial calibration For the measurement an entirely different cable with greater length and higher loss can be substituted between the PNA test ports and the CalPods Additionally different adapters and even switch matrices can be added after the initial calibration to enable a measurement configuration 85523_001_125 7 Setup the measurement parameters on the PNA e Preset the PNA e Set up a 2 port measurement channel with the desired parameters for your DUT including class choose from S parameters source power cal and receiver power calibrations scalar and vector mixer measurements gain compression for ampli
14. 1_131 As many as 48 CalPods can be controlled by one 85523B CalPod controller Each of the four ports on the CalPod controller can drive an 85556A fan out cable splitter which can each drive up to 12 CalPods The drive cable between the 85523B controller and the 85556A splitters requires either a 2 meter 85555A splitter drive cable or a combination of an 85554A 10 meter extension cable with a 2 meter 85555A splitter drive cable as shown in Configuration Using as Many as 48 CalPods with One Controller Over a Long Distance on page 2 10 If additional distance is required the extension cables can be cascaded User s Guide 85523 90005 2 9 Reference Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations Configuration Using as Many as 48 CalPods with One Controller Over a Long Distance CalPods 85523B CalPod Controller CalPod drive cables included 2 meters 12 pin male to 9 pin male connectors 85556A CalPod Fan out cable splitter All connectors are 12 pin female 85554A CalPod drive extension cable 10 meters 12 pin male to 12 pin female connectors Optional 85555A Splitter drive cable 2 meters 12 pin male to 12 pin male connectors included with 85556A fan out splitter 85523_001_130 Configuration Long Distance Between Splitter and CalPod CalPod 85554A CalPod drive extension cable 10 meters 12 pin male to 12 pin fe
15. 26006 USB to Serial DBS Adapter 293435 USB to serial DBS superBooster Wall Plate kit 305 0 US6 2 0 to Serial ATA Adapter 39977 USB 2 0 Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Install Adobe Reader L Select 85523_001_113 1 8 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 11 Select Install Software Windows XP and 2000 from the list Back to Main Menu Install Software VVindows 7 Installation for Windows vista Install Software VWindows XP and 2000 qe Select User Guide 85523 _001_114 If there is a prompt to completely remove the selected application perform the following a Click Yes b At the next dialog window wait for approximately five seconds before clicking Finish c Repeat Step 11 to reinstall the driver application 12 Wait for an Install Shield Wizard screen with a Finish button When it appears select Finish 13 Select Exit User s Guide 85523 90005 1 9 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Step 4 Enable the CalPod Firmware License Option 301 or 302 To use the CalPod Installation Package that was downloaded in Step 3 Download the CalPod Installation Package on page 1 7 the CalPod firmware license option 301 or 302 has to be enabled using a keyword
16. An ECal or a mechanical calibration kit may be used to perform the calibration An ECal is preferred because the RF cables can remain totally undisturbed during the calibration and initialization steps When an ECal is used and multiple connections are required order the steps such that the final step is an ECal Thru state connection When a mechanical calibration kit is used take precautions to minimize cable movement Leave the final standards connected during the initialization step in the following procedure When the ECal or calibration kit is a 2 4 mm connector type use appropriate adapters on the CalPod RF1 and RF2 connectors 2 92 mm during calibration Procedure 1 Connect the CalPods to the CalPod Controller 2 Power on the CalPod Controller 3 Start the CalPod dialog window titled Calibration Refresh Module Configuration using either method below Method 1 Using the PNA front panel HARDKEYs and softkeys Press CAL gt More gt Calpod gt Calpod Method 2 Using the mouse and the PNA pull down menus Click Response gt Cal gt Calpod gt Calpod NOTE If a Windows Security Alert appears that is related to the etrak Api select Unblock 4 Assign CalPods to PNA Port 1 and Port 2 or confirm that the appropriate assignments already exist Click the down arrow to select from available CalPods for a given port CAUTION It is important to activate the CalPod dialog window at this
17. Data on page 1 11 Without its Temperature Characterization data loaded each CalPod will be listed as a STANDARD 6 Repeat the previous step for each standard CalPod you are using with the PNA 7 Using the CalPod Setup dialog window highlight a CalPod serial number and click Test The dialog window displays a list of one or more CalPod serial numbers Highlight a CalPod from the list and select Test CalPod Setup c e trak adapters itm i x CalPod Serial Number lt Add CalPod Help IP Setup Delete 85523 001_122 If the Test Result dialog window shows Passed the CalPod is functioning The temperature 1 16 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods displayed is the internal temperature of the CalPod microcircuit Test Result x sn50270102 Passed Temperature is 42 C 85523 001_122 e If Test Result shows Failed and the window text contains the words Controller Failed Check that the CalPod Controller is powered on and connected to the PNA correctly See Step 7 Connect the LAN Cable on page 1 13 If all connections appear to be correct and the USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter is being used set a static IP address on the PNA See Setting a Static IP Address on the PNA When Using USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter on page 2
18. GHz and 40 GHz CalPod Drive Cable Extension 10 meter 22 AWG Connects to 85552 53A CalPod drive cables another 10 meter CalPod drive cable extension or 85555A splitter drive cable 12 pin female connector Connects to 85523B E CalPod controller 12 pin male connector 85523 001_10 85555A Splitter Drive Cable 2 meter 22 AWG included with 85556A 1x12 Fan Out Cable Splitter Connects to 85523B CalPod controller or 85554A 10 meter CalPod drive cable extension 12 pin male connector Connects to 85556A fo 1x12 fan out cable splitter 12 pin female connector 85523 _001_11 85523_001_108 The 85556A 1x12 fan out cable splitter is used to drive up to 12 CalPods from a single port on the 85523B CalPod controller For information on connecting more than four CalPods in a measurement hardware configuration refer to Configuration Using a 1 x 12 CalPod Cable Fan Out Splitter for More Than Four CalPods on page 2 7 1 For CalPod drive cables see Table 1 1 Shipment Items on page 1 3 2 Although the 85540A 85541A and the 85542A 40 GHz CalPods are only characterized from 500 MHz to 40 GHz they can function from 100 MHz to 40 GHz 3 The device driver software for the USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter is installed during the procedure Step 3 Download the CalPod Installation Package on page 1 7 4 CalPod drive cable extensions may be used with either the 85552A 20 GHz CalPod dr
19. Operating and Service Manual Keysight 800xxA B Series CalP00s anda 655236 Calrod Controller KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES NOTICE This document contains references to Agilent Technologies Agilent s former Test and Measurement business has become Keysight Technologies For more information go to www keysight com KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES Notices Keysight Technologies 2013 2015 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means including electronic storage and retrieval or transla tion into a foreign language without prior agreement and written consent from Key sight Technologies as governed by United States and international copyright laws Manual Part Number 85523 90005 Edition Edition 1 June 1 2015 Printed in USA Malaysia Keysight Technologies 1400 Fountaingrove Parkway Santa Rosa CA 95403 Warranty The material contained in this docu ment is provided as is and is subject to being changed without notice in future editions Further to the maxi mum extent permitted by applicable law Keysight disclaims all warranties either express or implied with regard to this manual and any information contained herein including but not lim ited to the implied warranties of mer chantability and fitness for a particular purpose Keysight shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or conse quential damages in connection with the furnishing use or perf
20. alPods To get the most out of your purchase it is recommended that this User s Guide be read carefully and completely This document provides information on 855xxA B Series CalPods explaining how to set up all software and hardware how to confirm operation and how to use with a PNA Microwave Network Analyzer 855xxA B Series CalPods eliminate errors due to cable or test system instability CalPods simplify the process of recalibrating the PNA by not requiring the removal of the Device Under Test DUT or the physical connection of standards This allows recalibrating from a remote location such as when the DUT is used with very long cables in a temperature chamber or TVAC thermal vacuum chamber 855xxA B Series CalPod Models e 85530B 20 GHz CalPod Standard 85531B 20 GHz CalPod Temperature Characterized 85532B 20 GHz CalPod Thermal Vacuum Environments e 85540A 40 GHz CalPod Standard 85541A 40 GHz CalPod Temperature Characterized 85542A 40 GHz CalPod Thermal Vacuum Environments Each 855xxA B Series CalPod is controlled with the 85523B CalPod Controller Chapter Overview Hyperlinks e Step 1 Inspect the Shipment on page 1 3 e Step 2 Meet Electrical and Environmental Requirements on page 1 7 Step 3 Download the CalPod Installation Package on page 1 7 Step 4 Enable the CalPod Firmware License Option 301 or 302 on page 1 10 Step 5 Confirm the PNA Model Firmware Revision
21. code version A 09 33 05 or later If you have an old version of PNA firmware go to http na support keysight com pna firmware and download the latest version 1 Onthe PNA select File gt Minimize Application 2 Connect a LAN cable to the PNA for access to the Internet 3 Select Start gt Programs gt Internet Explorer 4 Navigate to the 855xxA B Series CalPod Web site at http na support keysight com pna calpod calpod_install html gi Scroll down the Web page and click the link titled Download CalPod Installation Package 6 At the prompt This File Download Security Warning select Save do not select Run to save the file to the PNA User s Guide 85523 90005 1 7 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 7 When the download is complete click Run follow the prompts Toward the end of the installation process a screen is displayed that allows driver software for the USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter to be installed Make the following selections from the screens 8 Select 1 Install the USB to LAN adapter driver Choose one of the following 1 Install the USB to LAN adapter driver 2 Exit without installing the USB to LAN adapter 85523_001_112 9 Press any key to continue at the information window 10 Select 39998 USB 2 0 to Fast Ethernet Adapter from the list 22429 U5B to Serial OB25 Adapter
22. configured For example the short stable cable between PNA port 1 and the CalPod can be replaced with a longer cable to reach a CalPod and DUT located inside a temperature or TVAC chamber Other modifications in the path between the PNA and the CalPod such as different adapters and even switch matrices can now be made Step 14 Recorrect Refresh the CalPods When a calibration refresh is performed the initial calibration is reestablished at the new location of the CalPods 1 22 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 1 Connect the CalPods to the DUT and recorrect the calibration using either of the following methods Method 1 Using the PNA front panel HARDKEYs and softkeys Press CAL gt More gt Calpod gt Recorrect Channel Method 2 Using the mouse and the PNA pull down menus Click Response gt Cal gt Calpod gt Recorrect Channel The system is now ready to make calibrated measurements on the DUT 2 When you want to reestablish the initial calibration refresh the calibration using either of the methods above Some examples of situations that call for a calibration refresh Moving the location ofthe CalPods and DUT For example moving them from close proximity with the PNA to inside a temperature or thermal vacuum chamber Changing cables cable lengths or connectors
23. d 1 18 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods NOTE Figure 1 2 shows an ECal module with 3 5 mm f f connectors If using an ECal module with 3 5 mm m f connectors the female connector on the ECal module must be connected to each CalPod one at a time Follow the guided ECal calibration procedure on the PNA Avoid using adaptors between the ECal module and the CalPod connectors if possible Figure 1 2 Basic Measurement Hardware Configuration for Calibration 2 Port DUT be ha VENTA E wr USB cable Calibration amp Test Reference plane microwave cable LAN cable High quality 85523 001_111 User s Guide 85523 90005 1 19 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Step 11 Perform Initial 2 Port Calibration Information e The instructions in this step assume that CalPods are connected to PNA Port 1 and Port 2 and that a 2 Port calibration is used e Most PNA calibration types may be used with CalPods For details see Calibration Types Not Supported by CalPods on page 2 3 For information on PNA traces and channels see the Quick Start section of the PNA Series Network Analyzer Help System available online and stored in the PNA e Notes on the calibration
24. dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts Do not attempt to clean internally WARNING Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat sparks and flame Store in a tightly closed container It is extremely flammable In case of fire use alcohol foam dry chemical or carbon dioxide water may be ineffective Shipment for Service Contact Keysight Technologies for instructions on where to ship the Keysight products for service Refer to Contacting Keysight on page 3 2 Ship the Keysight products using the original packaging materials Shipping the Keysight products in anything other than the original packaging may result in non warranted damage If returning a Keysight product for repair attach a complete description of failure symptoms 3 2 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Safety and Regulatory Information Safety Symbols Satety Symbols The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual Familiarize yourself with each of the symbols and its meaning before operating this instrument CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure that if not correctly performed or adhered to would result in damage to or destruction of the product Do not proceed beyond a caution note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met WARNING Warning denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure which if n
25. ed in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the product is likely to make the product dangerous Intentional interruption is prohibited WARNING For continued protection against fire hazard replace line fuse only with same type and rating Fuse 5A 250V Part Number 2110 0709 The use of other fuses circuit breakers or materials is prohibited User s Guide 85523 90005 3 5 Safety and Regulatory Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section contains information that is required by various government regulatory agencies Instructions for Use This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards and has been supplied in a safe condition The documentation contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator The detachable power cord is the instrument disconnecting device It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument The front panel switch is only a standby and ON switch and is not a LINE switch disconnecting device Alternatively an externally installed switch or c
26. ee Figure 2 1 on page 5 Any LAN cable may be used with all other PNA models A cross over LAN cable is used to connect computing devices together directly where they would normally be connected via a network switch hub or router 85523 001_116 1 As shown in the graphic above connect an appropriate type of LAN cable not included to the rear of the 85523B CalPod Controller 2 As shown in the graphic above connect the other end of the LAN cable to the PNA There is no network connector available for Web access 3 Verify that AC line cords are connected to both the PNA and CalPod Controller and that they are powered on 4 Select File gt Minimize Application 5 Run the CalPod LAN Config icon on the PNA desktop and select 1 Direct Cable Connect This configures the PNA to a static IP address 2 4 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Reference Information Miscellaneous Reference Information 6 Follow remaining prompts NOTE To return to DHCP on the built in PNA LAN adapter when CalPod operation is no longer required run the CalPod LAN Config icon again and select option 3 As shown in the following graphic if your N524xA has a removable hard drive it can be connected to the 85523B CalPod Controller with any type of LAN cable However if the N524xA has a non removable hard drive it must use a cross over LAN cable Figure 2 1 LAN Cable Requireme
27. fiers and mixers noise figure for amplifiers and mixers noise figure for amplifiers or mixers IMD measurements for amplifiers or mixers IMD spectrum mode start and stop frequencies 20 GHz CalPods are characterized from 100 MHz to 20 GHz 40 GHz CalPods are characterized from 500 MHz to 40 GHz number of points NOTE For best initial calibration results use a 1 kHz or lower IF bandwidth with an averaging factor of eight Sweep averaging is recommended For the actual DUT measurements the IF bandwidth and number of averages can vary 8 Use either of the following methods to perform a full 2 port calibration on the PNA using an ECal module for highest accuracy or a mechanical calibration kit Method 1 Using the PNA front panel HARDKEYs and softkeys User s Guide 85523 90005 1 21 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Press Cal gt Start Cal gt Cal Wizard Method 2 Using the mouse and the PNA pull down menus Click Response gt Cal gt Start Cal gt Cal Wizard e Follow the prompts in the calibration wizard to complete the calibration Select Save as User CalSet Any file name that does not contain calpod may be used NOTE You must select Save as User CalSet rather than Finish to save the calibration in the channel 1 cal register IMPORTANT After completing the calibration do not dis
28. guration Distance Between Controller and CalPod is More Than 2 Meters on page 2 7 Configuration Using a 1 x 12 CalPod Cable Fan Out Splitter for More Than Four CalPods on page 2 7 Configuration Distance Between Controller and Splitter is Less Than 2 Meters on page 2 8 Configuration Using as Many as 48 CalPods with One Controller on page 2 9 Configuration Using as Many as 48 CalPods with One Controller Over a Long Distance on page 2 10 Configuration Long Distance Between Splitter and CalPod on page 2 10 Configuration Control Through a TVAC Chamber Wall on page 2 11 Websites with Additional PNA Information Related to CalPods Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPod Information http na support keysight com pna calpod Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPod Performance Characteristics http na support keysight com pna calpod calpod_pc_85523 90003 pdf Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPod Performance Information in PNA Online Help http na support keysight com pna calpod calpod_help htm Network Analyzer Firmware http na support keysight com pna firmware General PNA Documentation http na support keysight com find pna 85523B Calpod Controller Dimensions and Weight Height 89 mm Width 425 mm Depth 500 mm Weight 7 5 kg User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Reference Information Miscellaneous Reference Information 85523B CalPod Controller Fro
29. gure 1 1 USB Drive Matches Serial Number on CalPod USB drive A serial number CalPod serial number haracior e jg ignore preceding letters 85523_001_118 1 12 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Step 7 Connect the LAN Cable NOTE A LAN cable is required but is not included Either a standard or cross over LAN cable can be used A cross over LAN cable is used to connect computing devices together directly where they would normally be connected via a network switch hub or router The following graphic shows the recommended configuration for the LAN cable Information on an alternative configuration can be found at Alternative Configuration for the LAN Cable Not recommended on page 2 4 Although this alternative is not recommended it can be used when the USB 2 0 to LAN adapter is not available 85523B CalPod Controllers do not support DHCP networking The 85523B CalPod Controller is set to a static IP Address default 192 168 0 100 e For additional information on making connections to the LAN using network switches and network hubs contact your network administrator USB 2 0 to LAN adapter LAN cable PNA 85523 001_115 1 As shown in the graphic above connect a LAN cable not included to the rear of the 85523B CalPod Controller and connect the other e
30. in the path between the PNA and the CalPod Adding a switch matrix or adaptors in the path between the PNA and the CalPod Changing switch positions in a switch matrix Changing temperatures inside of a temperature or thermal vacuum chamber where the CalPod and DUT are located Moving or flexing the cables Wanting to be certain that a valid calibration is present at the calibration plane Step 15 Measure the DUT Gather data from the PNA measurement of the DUT User s Guide 85523 90005 1 23 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 1 24 User s Guide 85523 90005 2 Reference Information KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES Reference Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Miscellaneous Reference Information Miscellaneous Reference Information Chapter Overview Hyperlinks Websites with Additional PNA Information Related to CalPods on page 2 2 85523B Calpod Controller Dimensions and Weight on page 2 2 CalPod Operational Check on page 2 3 Calibration Types Not Supported by CalPods on page 2 3 Setting a Static IP Address on the PNA When Using USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter on page 2 3 Alternative Configuration for the LAN Cable Not recommended on page 2 4 Configuration Distance Between Controller and CalPod is 2 Meters or Less on page 2 6 Confi
31. ing should display ASIX AX88772 USB2 0 to Fast Ethernet If this text is not displayed click Cancel and try another item in the list until this device is found 4 Inthe listing under This connection uses the following items scroll down the list and highlight Internet Protocol TCP IP Click Properties or double click the item on the list Click Use the following IP address Enter IP Address 192 168 0 1 with a Subnet Mask of 255 255 255 0 Default Gateway can be left blank Leave the DNS settings blank oc oN Om Click OK as necessary to close the dialog windows If you are presented with a dialog window about entering a different IP address click No 10 Return to Step 9 Configure the CalPods on page 1 15 and follow the steps to test and verify that each CalPod is working User s Guide 85523 90005 2 3 Reference Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Miscellaneous Reference Information Alternative Configuration for the LAN Cable Not recommended If the USB 2 0 to LAN adapter is not available the following LAN cable configuration can be used However this configuration is not recommended because it does not allow the PNA to communicate over the LAN with instruments other than the controller NOTE ALAN cable is required but is not included If your PNA model is an E836xC or N5230C the LAN cable required is the cross over type for N524xA s
32. ircuit breaker which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator may be used as a disconnecting device 3 6 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Safety and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Instrument Markings 3 0G It ep og N Om ICES NMB 001 Z z gt 5 N o ma 40D The instruction documentation symbol The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the documentation The AC symbol indicates the required nature of the line module input power This symbol indicates separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment mandated under EU law as of August 13 2005 All electric and electronic equipment are required to be separated from normal waste for disposal Reference WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC This symbol indicates that the power line switch is ON This symbol indicates that the power line switch is in the STANDBY position This symbol indicates that the power line switch is in the OFF position This symbol is used to identify a terminal which is internally connected to the product frame or chassis The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community If accompanied by a year it is when the design was proven The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the CSA International This mark designates the product is an Industrial Scie
33. ive cable or the 85553A 40 GHz CalPod drive cable 1 6 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Step 2 Meet Electrical and Environmental Requirements CAUTION This instrument has autoranging line voltage input Be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range 1 Ensure the available AC power source meets the following requirements e Frequency 1 50 60 Hz Voltage LY 100 120 220 240 VAC NOTE The instrument can operate with mains supply voltage fluctuations up to 10 of the nominal voltage e Power maximum consumed O 350 W 2 Ensure the operating environment meets the requirements found in Environmental Information on page 3 9 3 Verify that the AC power cable is not damaged and that the power source outlet provides a protective earth contact CAUTION Use the Keysight supplied power cord or one with the same or better electrical rating Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause personal injury or product damage Step 3 Download the CalPod Installation Package NOTE The following steps assume that the Ca Pod Installation Package has not previously been installed on the PNA The CalPod Installation Package is a software package that includes all software required for full CalPod operation It is compatible with PNA firmware application
34. l as current editions of the following standards dates and editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity IEC EN 61326 1 e CISPR Pub 11 Group 1 class A AS NZS CISPR 11 ICES NMB 001 This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES 001 Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB 001 du Canada 000 South Korean Class A EMC declaration This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments outside of the home ABIDI 828 YSSAIAM Jol 771 AEG AF ARAARA A EE A BARS o 42793842 Mbt HY 1999 AMA AHE AS Bao ERA Safety Information European Low Voltage Directive is not applicable for these products Declaration of Conformity A declaration of conformity for any of these ECal modules is available at http www keysight com go conformity or by contacting Keysight see Contacting Keysight on page 3 2 3 8 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Safety and Regulatory Information Environmental Information Environmental Information Table 3 1 Environmental Information Parameter Required Values Ranges Temperature For Indoor Use ONLY Operating 0 C to 55 C Storage 40 C to 70 C Altitude Operating 0 to 3 000 meters Relative humidity Type tested 0 to 95 at 40 C non condensing Warranty The actual warranty on your instrument depends on the date it was ordered as well as
35. male connectors 85523B CalPod Controller CalPod drive cables included 2 meters 12 pin male to 9 pin male connectors 85556A CalPod Fan out cable splitte All connectors are 12 pin female 85555A Splitter drive cable 2 meters included with 85556A fan out splitter 12 pin male to 12 pin male connectors 85554A CalPod drive extension cable 10 meters 12 pin male to 12 pin female connectors 85523_001_133 When there is a long distance required between the cable splitter and the CalPods the 85554A CalPod drive extension cable can be used to provide additional length as shown in the previous graphic 2 10 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Reference Information Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations Configuration Control Through a TVAC Chamber Wall CalPods of 8554A Calpod drive extension cable 85555A Splitter drive cable of 85554A CalPod drive extension cable 85523 001_134 Thermal vacuum testing requires controlling the CalPods inside of a TVAC chamber using an 85554A CalPod drive extension cable This cable is cut to the appropriate length and the cable conductors soldered to an appropriate TVAC bulkhead connector to provide DC connections through the TVAC chamber wall Alternatively Pave Technology www pavetechnology com has an SP37 13 E 150 15 20 DSUB DSUB connector that is used for TVAC bulkheads The control voltages are
36. n in the following table Setting Default Address IP 192 168 0 100 Network mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway 192 168 0 1 DNS 0 0 0 0 or leave blank For additional information on making connections to the LAN using network switches and network hubs contact your network administrator 1 14 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Step 9 Configure the CalPods 1 Connect each CalPod to the CalPod controller as shown in the following graphic 85523_001_119 For CalPod drive cables see Step 1 Inspect the Shipment on page 1 3 2 If not already active start the PNA application 3 Start the CalPod dialog window titled Calibration Refresh Module Configuration using either method below Method 1 Using the PNA front panel HARDKEYs and softkeys Press CAL gt More gt Calpod gt Calpod Method 2 Using the mouse and the PNA pull down menus Click Response gt Cal gt Calpod gt Calpod NOTE Ifa Windows Security Alert appears that is related to the etrak Api select Unblock 4 Select CalPod Setup on the Calibration Refresh Module Configuration window Calibration Refresh Module Configuration xj Initialize Initialize All Recorrect Channel Channels Channel M CalPod Assignments Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 Unassigned Unas
37. nd to the USB 2 0 to LAN adapter part number 0960 2955 2 As shown in the graphic above connect the USB 2 0 to LAN adapter to a USB port on the PNA Typically this is on the rear of the PNA but any USB port can be used 3 Verify that AC line cords are connected to both the PNA and CalPod Controller and that they are powered on User s Guide 85523 90005 1 13 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 4 Select File gt Minimize Application 5 Run the CalPod LAN Config icon on the PNA desktop and select 2 USB to LAN Adapter 6 Follow the remaining prompts Step 8 Confirm the Settings on the CalPod Controller Use either of the following methods to run the IP setup utility and confirm the default settings shown in the table below Method 1 Using the PNA front panel HARDKEYs and softkeys e On the PNA press CAL gt More gt CalPod gt CalPod On the dialog window titled Calibration Module Refresh Configuration click CalPod Setup On the dialog window titled CalPod Setup click IP Setup Method 2 Using the mouse and the PNA pull down menus On the PNA click Start gt Programs gt CalPod gt API gt IP Setup If the default settings are not correctly displayed use the keypad to enter them in the IP Setup dialog window The default addresses for the 85523B CalPod Controller are show
38. nt Panel Output Connectors Connector type LEMO USA ECG 2B 312 CLV Keysight part number 1254 1449 Maximum output 15 VDC CalPod Operational Check A CalPod module may be tested using the CalPod Operational Check For instructions refer to the CalPod portion of PNA Online Help at http na support keysight com pna calpod calpod_help htm OpCheck Calibration Types Not Supported by CalPods Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods support almost all PNA S parameter calibration types The exceptions are calibration types that do not include a return loss portion for the port connected to the CalPod An example of an unsupported calibration type is a Response Calibration When an unsupported calibration type is used the CalPod software reports an error during Initialize Channel Setting a Static IP Address on the PNA When Using USB 2 0 to LAN Adapter When the CalPod Controller connects to the PNA via the USB 2 0 to LAN adapter sometimes it is necessary to manually set a Static IP address on the LAN interface Multiple installations of the CalPod Installation Package may require this procedure 1 Minimize the PNA application to access the desktop 2 Click Start gt Settings gt Network Connections There should be two or more listings with the name Local Area ConnectionsN where N may be blank or an arbitrary character 3 Right click on the last item in the list and select Properties The listing under Connect us
39. ntific and Medical Group 1 Class A product reference CISPR 11 Clause 5 This is a marking to indicate product compliance with the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Standard ICES 001 Direct Current The instrument has been designed to meet the requirements of IP 2 0 for egress and operational environment The RCM mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Communications and Media Authority Indicates the time period during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use Forty years is the expected useful life of the product This symbol on all primary or secondary packaging indicates compliance to China standard GB 18455 2001 South Korean Certification KC mark includes the marking s identifier code which follows the format MSIP REM YYY ZZZZZZZ27ZZZZZ or KCC REM YYY 222227777777 User s Guide 85523 90005 3 7 Safety and Regulatory Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Regulatory Information Compliance Notices This product has been designated and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards and has been supplied in a safe condition The documentation contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition EMC and Safety Information EMC Complies with the essential requirements of the European EMC Directive as wel
40. nts for PNA X N524xA Models Non removeable hard drive use a cross over LAN cable LM ACT Removeable hard drive use any LAN cable 85523 001_117 User s Guide 85523 90005 2 5 Reference Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations This section provides information on creating multiport CalPod configurations Configuration Distance Between Controller and CalPod is 2 Meters or Less Microwave test cables USB to LAN interface 85523 001_126 When the distance between the 85523B CalPod controller and the CalPod unitis two meters or less use the 85552A or 82553A CalPod drive cables included with the CalPods directly between them CalPod drive cables vary depending on the CalPod model The cables have connector alignment keys that allow only the proper cable to connect to the appropriate CalPod This ensures that no mistake is made when connecting the drive cable to the CalPod Refer to page 1 5 for information on CalPod drive cable compatibility User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Reference Information Advanced Multiport CalPod Configurations Configuration Distance Between Controller and CalPod is More Than 2 Meters Microwave test cables USB to LAN interface 85554A Extension cable for CalPod drive cables
41. o an operat ing procedure practice or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage to the product or loss of important data Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met A WARNING notice denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operating procedure practice or the like that if not correctly per formed or adhered to could result in personal injury or death Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated condi tions are fully understood and met User s Guide 85523 90005 Printing Copies of Documentation from the Web To print copies of documentation from the Web download the PDF file from the Keysight web site Go to http www keysight com Enter the product model number Ex 85531B in the Search function Click Search Click the Manuals hyperlink Click the hyperlink title for the document you want to print this downloads the PDF Print the document after the PDF has fully downloaded User s Guide 85523 90005 Contents 1 Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods 0 00 ccc cece ence eee eee rr 1 2 Chapter Overview Hyperlinks 0 0 0 0 ccc ccc cece eee eee rr 1 2 Step 1 Inspect the Shipment 0 0 c ccc ccc en eee e aen i urh ennae 1 3 Step 2 Meet Electrical and Environmental Requirements 0c c cece cece e eee ee een eeenes 1
42. od Controller Usage Information Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Table 1 1 Shipment Items 85553A CalPod Drive Cable 2 meter 28 AWG included with 85530B 20 GHz CalPod Standard 85531B 20 GHz CalPod Temperature Characterized 85532B 20 GHz CalPod Thermal Vacuum Environments 85540A 40 GHz CalPod Standard 85541A 40 GHz CalPod Temperature Characterized 85542A 40 GHz CalPod Thermal Vacuum Environments Connects only to 85330 31 32B and 85540 41 42A CalPods 9 pin male connector Connects to 85523B CalPod controller or 85554A 10 meter CalPoc drive cable extension 12 pin male connector 85523_001_10 NOTE CalPod drive cables vary depending on the CalPod model The cables have connector alignment keys that allow only the proper cable to connect to the appropriate CalPod This ensures that no mistake is made when connecting the drive cable to the CalPod A CalPod drive cable with two alignment keys shown below is used with the 85530 31 32B 20 GHz CalPods as well as the 85540 41 42A 40 GHz CalPods The older 85530 31 32A CalPods use the drive cable with only one alignment key shown below One Two alignment alignment key keys 85523_001_107 User s Guide 85523 90005 1 5 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Table 1 1 Shipment Items 85554A 20
43. ormance of this document or of any information contained herein Should Keysight and the user have a separate written agreement with warranty terms cover ing the material in this document that conflict with these terms the warranty terms in the separate agreement shall control Technology Licenses The hardware and or software described in this document are furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license Restricted Rights Legend If software is for use in the performance of a U S Government prime contract or sub contract Software is delivered and licensed as Commercial computer soft ware as defined in DFAR 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted computer software as defined in FAR 52 227 19 June 1987 or any equivalent agency regulation or contract clause Use duplication or disclosure of Software is subject to Keysight Technologies standard commercial license terms and non DOD Departments and Agencies of the U S Gov ernment will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 19 c 1 2 June 1987 U S Govern ment users will receive no greater than Limited Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 14 June 1987 or DFAR 252 227 7015 b 2 November 1995 as applicable in any technical data Safety Notices CAUTION A CAUTION notice denotes a haz ard It calls attention t
44. ot correctly performed or adhered to could result in injury or loss of life Do not proceed beyond a warning note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met User s Guide 85523 90005 3 3 Safety and Regulatory Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller General Safety Considerations General Safety Considerations Safety Earth Ground CAUTION The Mains wiring and connectors shall be compatible with the connector used in the premise electrical system Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using the correct components may cause product damage and serious injury Before Applying Power WARNING If this product is not used as specified the protection provided by the equipment could be impaired This product must be used in a normal condition in which all means for protection are intact only CAUTION This instrument has autoranging line voltage input Be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range CAUTION This product is designed for use in Installation Category Il and Pollution Degree 2 per IEC standards CAUTION Ventilation Requirements When installing the instrument into a cabinet consideration shall be given to the convection flow into and out of the cabinet Consideration shall also be given to the individual instruments to avoid having the heated discharge of one instrument become the cooling intake air for another instrument Another area of concern is
45. ries CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods Step 10 Configure the Hardware for a Calibration Figure 1 2 Basic Measurement Hardware Configuration for Calibration 2 Port DUT on page 1 19 shows a recommended basic measurement hardware configuration for calibrating the PNA when measuring a 2 port DUT For information on more complex configurations see the 855xxA B Series CalPod Information Web page at http na support keysight com pna calpod The following items may be required depending on your measurement hardware configuration RF Cables required to connect each CalPod to a PNA port CalPods work well with cable losses one way loss from CalPod to PNA test port up to 20 dB CalPods will also work with cable losses greater than 20 dB but the recorrection performance may be degraded Consult the 855xxA B Series CalPod Performance Characteristics document 85523 90003 available at http na support keysight com pna calpod calpod_perf_char pdf RF Adapters for the Device Under Test DUT required if the DUT connectors are not compatible with the CalPod RF2 2 92 mm male connector e Calibration Kit or ECal compatible with DUT connectors Optional CalPod Drive Cable Extensions The standard CalPod drive cable is 2 meters in length The 85554A CalPod drive cable extension provides an additional 10 meter length These CalPod drive cable extensions can be cascade
46. signed Unassigned Unassigned bad CalPod Delete All Hel cl Setup CalPod Calsets aR pee Select Recorrect All Channels T Correct Power 85523 001_120 5 If using thermal CalPods the serial numbers will automatically appear in the CalPod Setup dialog window However if using standard CalPods enter a CalPod serial number omitting preceding letters User s Guide 85523 90005 1 15 Usage Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Setup and Use of Keysight 855xxA B Series CalPods then click Add CalPod Enter a CalPod serial number omit preceding letters in the box then click Add CalPod apters itm Add CalPod Help CalPod Setup c e trak gt A Serial Number Delete About Controller Addresses 85523 001_121 In the dialog window column CalPod Types e STANDARD refers to the 85530B 20 GHz CalPod and 85540A 40 GHz CalPod and requires software Option 301 or 302 The list is limited to four entries when Option 301 is the only option installed e THERMAL refers to the 85531 32B 20 GHz CalPod and 85541 42A 40 GHz CalPod and requires software Option 302 More than four entries can be listed with Option 302 In order for a CalPod to be listed as THERMAL its Temperature Characterization data must have been installed previously in Step 6 Load Temperature Characterization
47. turb any of the measurement hardware until Step 12 Initialize the CalPods is completed and the Initialize Channel operation has been performed on the CalPods During this operation the CalPods make a measurement requiring the same measurement hardware to properly initialize the CalPod correction arrays Step 12 Initialize the CalPods Without disturbing any ofthe measurement hardware use either of the following methods to save the initial calibration into the CalPod correction array This must be done immediately after completing the last step of the initial calibration Method 1 Using the PNA front panel HARDKEYs and softkeys Press CAL gt More gt Calpod gt Initialize Channel Method 2 Using the mouse and the PNA pull down menus Click Response gt Calpod gt Initialize Channel The calibration correction array established by the initial calibration is transferred to the CalPod correction array in this step Any disturbances of the measurement hardware such as cable movements prior to performing the Initialize Channel step will affect the quality of the recorrection array IMPORTANT Do not Initialize Channel at any future point in time or the recorrection array will be corrupted causing improper recorrections and inaccurate measurement data Step 13 Configure the Hardware for a Measurement After the Initialize Channel procedure is completed as detailed in the previous step the measurement hardware can be re
48. verification that the maximum ambient operating temperature of the instrument is not exceeded due to cabinet installation Keysight recommends forced air convection whenever an instrument is installed in a cabinet and further recommends that the maximum operating temperature of the cabinet be reduced 10 C lower than the maximum operating temperature of a single instrument If there are any concerns or special requirements a Keysight Field Engineer should be consulted to assure instrument temperature compliance and performance Servicing WARNING These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only To avoid electrical shock do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so WARNING No operator serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers WARNING The opening of covers or removal of parts may expose dangerous voltages Disconnect the instrument from all voltage sources while it is being opened 3 4 User s Guide 85523 90005 Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Safety and Regulatory Information General Safety Considerations WARNING The main power cord can be used as the system disconnecting device It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply WARNING This is a Safety Class 1 Product provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord The mains plug shall only be insert
49. whether or not any warranty options were purchased at that time To determine the exact warranty on your instrument contact Keysight Technologies with the model and serial number of your instrument Refer to Contacting Keysight on page 3 2 User s Guide 85523 90005 3 9 Safety and Regulatory Information Keysight Technologies 855xxA B Series CalPods and 85523B CalPod Controller Environmental Information 3 10 User s Guide 85523 90005 This information is subject to change without notice O Keysight Technologies 2013 2015 Edition 1 June 1 2015 Printed in USA Malaysia KEYSIGHT DO TECHNOLOGIES 85523 90005
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