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Agilent N9330B Handheld Cable & Antenna Tester User's Guide

1. Cable loss 29 Calibrate cal tools 26 Calibrate intro 27 Calibrate using Electronic calibrator 27 Calibrate using T combo 28 Calibrating def 19 Calibration mode 25 calibration freq change 25 Calibration span changes 25 CF Step 75 Check system 17 Connector care 49 Contact Agilent 21 Copy screen 43 D Distance 64 DTF 2 DTF Config 65 DTF Measurement 31 E Edit filename 44 Electrical Requirements 11 Error Messages 81 82 F Firmware upgrade 56 Front Panel overview 4 Full Span Cal def 19 H Hold pause measurement 49 Interference Immunity 48 Instrument Markings def 6 Instrument Messages 81 Instrument introduction 2 ISM1 A 6 K Key Light Setting 56 57 L Light Set 57 Limit lines def 37 Limit lines save setup 43 Making a measurement 17 Markers adding 37 using 36 Measured distance def 33 Measurement mode 17 Measurement mode selecting 24 Measurement range 18 Measurement functionality 2 Measuring DTF 31 Measuring Return Loss 29 Menu Map 85 P Performing a calibration 19 Preset default settings 47 Recall setup 45 Recall trace data 44 Reference Level 60 Resolution adjusting 32 Return loss def 29 5 Safety Considerations Warnings 9 Save setup instrument 43 Save trace data 42 Saving trace 42 93 Screen resolution 55 Selected Span Cal def 19 Self test 46 Setti
2. 74 N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 Trace Operation Mathematically compares current trace with a pre stored trace Trace operation requires both measurements be made using the same parameters mode resolution and frequency distance range Pressing Trace Operation brings up a check box for you to choose a trace operation mode Off The tester turns off trace operation function Trace Memory Current trace subtracts pre stored trace Trace Memory Current trace adds pre stored trace Key access MEAS VIEW gt Trace Operation Trace Overlap Overlaps currently displayed measurement trace with previously stored trace using a different color Trace Overlap requires both measurements be made using the same parameters mode resolution and frequency distance range Key access MEAS VIEW gt Trace Overlap N9330B User s Guide 75 76 5 Key Reference Mode Accesses the check box menu for selecting the measurement mode from the following five options Standing wave ratio SWR Return 1055 Cable loss Distance to Fault Standing wave ratio Return loss Key access MODE N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 System Personalizes the tester and manages system setups Cal Mode Toggles calibration mode between full span calibration and selected span calibration Key access SYS gt Cal Mode Power Manager Pressing SYS gt Power Ma
3. The user can adjust the brightness of key light for different conditions Key access SYS gt More gt More gt Key Light Edit Light Setting The N9330B offers two brightness adjusting modes Addressing Auto for adjusting brightness automatically by the light sensor while Man for adjusting by manually operation Key access SYS gt More gt More gt More gt Light Set N9330B User s Guide 57 4 Using Functions 58 N9330B User s Guide Agilent N9330B Handheld Cable amp Antenna Tester e Key Reference Agilent Technologies 59 5 Key Reference AMPTD Sets the displayed amplitude range Use the numerical keypad to input the amplitude value or rotate the knob to increase or decrease the amplitude value The tester saves the previous modified amplitude range and recalls it when the tester is powered on The displayed amplitude range is different when the tester is in different mode Return loss In this mode the default unit dB does not display on the screen Cable loss In this mode the default unit dB does not display on the screen e SWR Standing Wave Ratio DTF_Return loss In this mode the default unit dB does not display on the screen DTF_SWR Top Sets the displayed top amplitude value Tester will automatically revise your input by a minimum amplitude increment if you previously input an improper top amplitude K
4. into the local memory of the tester The trace was measured under return loss mode in GSM full band 880 MHz to 960 MHz with 521 data points Perform the following steps for a trace operation 1 Press MEAS VIEW gt Trace Operation to access the check box for selecting a math operation mode Trace Memory Current active trace mathematically subtracts the trace from local memory of the tester Trace Memory Current active trace mathematically adds the trace from local memory of the tester 2 Rotate the knob to select a mode and press ENTER 3 The tester brings up a list of existing trace data in the local memory the tester N9330B User s Guide 39 4 Using Functions 4 Rotate the knob to select a trace that has the same measurement mode resolution and frequency range and press ENTER The tester displays the mathematically calculated trace on its screen Trace overlap The tester allows a previously saved trace to be recalled onto the currently displayed screen The two displayed traces are identified by different colors Trace overlap is a real time tool for quick comparisons between the current trace and a previously saved trace The tester cannot save the overlaid traces into either local memory or external USB memory stick The previously saved trace must have consistent measurement parameters with the current trace For example the same mode resolution and frequency distance range Example
5. temperature range current internal temperature current main battery capacity and external power input status Running a self test Pressing SYS gt More gt Self Test triggers the tester to run a self test on the following items Temperature RTC battery voltage RF PLL LO PLL N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Some Helpful Hints Preset the tester Pressing the green button the Preset hardkey returns the tester parameters settings to a known default state N9330B Default Settings Settings Default measurement mode return loss vs freq start frequency 25 MHz stop frequency 4000 MHz signal standard custom start distance Om stop distance 9m calibration mode calibration status SelectedSpan Uncalibrated calibrator indicator mechanic trace resolution 521 point marker s all Off single multiple limit s all Off limit beep Off active FREQ DIST FREQ active HOLD RUN RUN single sweep Off interference immunity Off velocity factor 0 5 windowing none unit meter language Depends on previous date format language setting YYYY MM DD N9330B User s Guide 47 4 Using Functions Adjust amplitude scale Adjusting the amplitude scale can improve the clarity and view ability of the amplitude of a trace the following methods are for adjusting the amplitude scale Pressing Auto Scale hardkey automatically adjust the amplitude scale to best fit the curren
6. to set the stop frequency to 2 GHz The start frequency of 1000 0 MHz displays at the left lower corner of screen and the stop frequency 2000 0 displays at the right lower corner of the screen N9330B User s Guide Getting Started 2 Step 3 Calibrating the N9330B The N9330B must be calibrated before making an actual measurement SWR Return loss Cable loss DTF using the selected frequency span or the full span of the instrument The N9330B offers two calibration modes FullSpan Performs an Open Short Load calibration across the full frequency range The tester allows you to modify the frequency range for measurement after the FullSpan Cal is performed SelectedSpan SelectedSpan calibration is the default calibration mode Performs an Open Short Load calibration across a user defined frequency range The tester requires re calibration if the Selected Frequency Span is changed Key access SYS gt Cal Mode Example Performing a calibration Assuming the Selected Frequency Span is from 1 to 2 GHz for return loss measurement and the T combo calibrator tool is being used 1 Press CAL to bring up a dialog box that will guide you through the calibration The normal calibration order is open short and load 2 Fasten the OPEN end of the T combo to the RF OUT connector on the top panel of the tester then press ENTER to initiate the open calibration 3 Fasten the SHORT end of the T combo t
7. 450 P fullband 453 474 C 450 SA uplink 465 470 C 450 SA downlink 455 460 C 450 SA fullband 455 470 CDMA China 12 uplink 872 915 CDMA China 12 downlink 917 960 CDMA China 12 fullband 872 960 Cellular uplink 824 849 Cellular downlink 869 894 Cellular fullband 824 894 Cellular 700 MHz uplink 776 794 Cellular 700 MHz downlink 746 764 Cellular 700 MHz fullband 746 794 DCS GSM 1800 uplink 1710 1785 DCS GSM 1800 downlink 1805 1880 DCS GSM 1800 fullband 1710 1880 Digital Multimedia Broadcasting DMB 2592 5 2692 5 GSM 900 uplink 880 915 N9330B User s Guide 51 4 Using Functions Signal Standard Start freq Stop freq MHz MHz GSM 900 downlink 925 960 GSM 900 fullband 880 960 IEEE 802 11 FH uplink 2402 2495 IEEE 802 11 FH downlink 2402 2495 IEEE 802 11 FH fullband 2402 2495 IEEE 802 11 DS uplink 2412 2484 IEEE 802 11 DS downlink 2412 2484 IEEE 802 11 DS fullband 2412 2484 IEEE 802 11 B G uplink 2400 2484 IEEE 802 11 B G downlink 2400 2484 IEEE 802 11 B G fullband 2400 2484 IMT 2000 UMTS WCDMA uplink 1920 1980 IMT 2000 UMTS WCDMA downlink 2110 2170 IMT 2000 UMTS WCDMA fullband 1920 2170 ISM 2 4 GHz uplink 2400 2484 ISM 2 4 GHz downlink 2400 2484 ISM 2 4 GHz fullband 2400 2484 JTACS NTAC Japan ARIB uplink 887 925 JTACS NTAC Japan ARIB downlink 832 870 JTACS NTAC Japan ARIB fullband 832 925 NMT 411 uplink 411 420 NMT 411 downlink 421 430 NMT 411 fullband 411 430 NMT 450 uplink 450 460 NMT 450 downlink 460 470 NMT 450 fullband
8. Group 1 Class A product CISPR 11 Clause 4 The instruction manual symbol indicates that the user must refer to specific instructions in the manual The standby symbol is used to mark a position of the instrument power switch The symbol indicates this product complies with the WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC marking requirements and you must not discard this equipment in domestic household waste Do not dispose in domestic household waste To return unwanted products contact your local Agilent office or refer to http www agilent com environment product N9330B User s Guide Agilent N9330B Handheld Cable amp Antenna Tester 2 Getting Started Agilent Technologies 2 Getting Started Checking the Shipment Check the shipment and order list when you receive the shipment Inspect the shipping container for damages Signs of damage may include a dented or torn shipping container or cushioning material that indicates signs of unusual stress or compacting Carefully remove the contents from the shipping container and verify if the standard accessories and your ordered options are included in the shipment For any question or problems contact Agilent Technologies for consultant and service at http www agilent com find assist 8 N9330B User s Guide Getting Started 2 Safety Considerations Agilent has designed and tested the N9330B in accordance with IEC Publication 61010 1 2001 Safety Requirements
9. To compare the current measurement trace to a saved trace data in the local memory of the tester They were both measured in the return loss mode GSM full band 880 MHz to 960 MHz resolution 521 points Perform the following steps to do a trace overlap operation 1 Press MEAS VIEW gt Trace Overlap gt Select Trace to display a list of trace data stored in the local memory of the tester 2 Use the front panel knob to select a trace and press ENTER 40 N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 The tester will display the saved trace while continuously making measurement of the DUT current measured trace The two traces are displayed on the screen simultaneously Trace one is displayed as a static trace and is green in color It is the saved trace results recalled from the local memory of the tester Trace two is yellow in color and is repeatedly scanned It is the currently measured trace result N9330B User s Guide 41 4 Using Functions Saving and Recalling a file 42 N9330B allows you to save trace data instrument setups or the displayed screen graphic information into the local memory of the tester With a USB memory stick inserted you can also save trace data and screen copies into an external memory devices File Format Max Internal memory Trace data 200 Instrument setting _ 15 Screen copy jpg Stored onto USB disk Trace data includes both the measureme
10. for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use and the tester is supplied in a safe condition The N9330B is also designed for use in Installation Category II and pollution Degree 2 per IEC 61010 and IEC 60664 respectively Read the following safety notices carefully before you start to use this tester set to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition warnine Personal injury may result if the tester s cover is removed There are no operator serviceable parts inside Always contact Agilent qualified personnel for service Disconnect the product from all voltage sources while it is being opened warning This product is a Safety Class tester The main plug should be inserted in a power socket outlet only if 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 warnine Electrical shock may result when cleaning the tester with the power supply connected Do NOT attempt to clean internally Use a clean soft cloth to clean the outside case only Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended Do NOT dispose of batteries in a fire Do NOT place batteries in the trash Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly N9330B User s Guide 9 2 G
11. information about calibration refer to Calibrate the N9330B before making measurements on page 25 5 Remove the calibrator and connect the cable under test DUT to the RF OUT connector on the top panel of the tester The DTF measurement starts and the results are displayed on the screen A peak in the horizontal trace indicates a defective location N9330B User s Guide 31 3 Making Measurements 32 For a more precise measurement enter the cable loss and velocity factor information The measured distance and the displayed distance can be different The measured distance refers to the distance the tester has measured according to the frequency ranges you specified You can check the measured distance by pressing DTF Config The displayed distance refers to that part of the entire measured distance chosen The displayed distance may be manually set by pressing FREQ DIST gt Start and Stop Adjusting the measurement resolution The tester has three resolution settings 521 261 or 131 points Press the MEAS VIEW hardkey then the Resolution softkey to choose the resolution setting desired then press the ENTER hardkey to enter the selection The higher the resolution the more accurate the measurement results However a higher resolution setting will require a longer sweep time Using Marker Limit For further trace analysis refer to Using markers on page 36 Using Pass Fail Limit Lines
12. is equivalent to pressing Velocity Factor in DTF mode Cable Loss When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the cable loss becomes editable This is equivalent to pressing Cable Loss in DTF mode Cable Loss Sets the average loss of a transmission cable with minimum increment is 0 001 Use either dB m or dB foot as its unit Key access Cable Loss Velocity Factor Sets the velocity factor of a transmission cable Velocity factor has no unit It refers to the rate of a signal s transmission speed in a particular cable versus its transmission speed in vacuum Velocity factor ranges from 0 01 to 1 Key access Velocity Factor N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 Cable The cable library consists of four categories of cables Standard cables below 1000 MHz Standard cables below 2000 MHz Standard cables below 2500 MHz Customized cables Key access Cable In each category commonly used cables are listed with cable type velocity factor and cable loss If you need to customize cables use the N9330B Post Analysis Tool PC software to send customized cable list to the tester Window Adds window to traces Five options of windowing include Rectangular windowing Hamming windowing 3 sample Blackman windowing 4 sample Blackman windowing None Key access Window N9330B User s Guide 67 5 Key Reference Enter and ESC CLR ENTER and ESC CLR are the frequently use
13. on page 37 Trace Operation on page 39 For getting an isolated return loss signal refer to Using single sweep on page 48 For minimizing the interference refer to Enabling interference immunity on page 48 N9330B User s Guide Making Measurements 3 Measured distance It is not always understood how frequency range affects measured distance and resolution and may appears counter intuitive This section is intended to help simplify understanding the DTF measurement In the following equations Resolution refers to the number of points that are measured and used in the displayed trace Pressing MEAS VIEW gt Resolution enables you to change the resolution setting V V refers to the velocity factor of a cable its transmission rate relative to light The velocity factor may be set by pressing Velo Factor F2 and 1 refer to the stop and start frequency MHz The measured distance in meters of a DTF measurement is determined by the following equation Distance Resolution x 150 x V V 3 108 From this equation you can adjust the measurement To Increase the measured distance Increase the number of points or Reduce the frequency span To decrease the measured distance Reduce the number of points or Increase the frequency span N9330B User s Guide 33 3 Making Measurements 34 N9330B User s Guide 5 Agilent N9330B 3 4 Hand
14. to load system file 312 System error Failed to delete file 313 System error Failed to read file 314 System error Failed to save file 525 Read Ext power voltage Failed to read Ext power error voltage 526 RTC battery low voltage RTC battery Low voltage 527 Read RTC battery error Failed to read RTC battery 528 Read main battery error Failed to read main battery 529 Temperature sensor Failed to temperature sensor communication error communication 530 Read RTC time error Failed to read RTC time 531 Read Ecal serial number Failed to read electronic error calibrator serial number 701 RF PLL error RF PLL unlocked 702 LO PLL error LO PLL unlocked 703 RF and LO error RF and LO PLL unlocked 82 N9330B User s Guide Instrument Messages 6 Warning List Warning Message Open segment error Overlapped with other segment s Continue in 3 seconds Open segment error The start is greater than the stop Continue in 3 seconds Edit segment error The start is greater than the stop Continue in 3 seconds Edit segment error Overlapped with other segment s Continue in 3 seconds Trace operation error Incompatible traces Continue in 3 seconds Trace overlap error Incompatible traces Continue in 3 seconds Edit segment error Segment cannot be vertical Continue in 3 seconds File name already exists overwrite it Press ENTER to overwrite Press ESC to abort File name too long Max 20 cha
15. 450 470 NMT 450 20 kHz CDMA2000 uplink 451 484 NMT 450 20 kHz CDMA2000 downlink 461 494 NMT 450 20 kHz CDMA2000 fullband 451 494 450 25 kHz CDMA2000 uplink 411 458 NMT 450 25 kHz CDMA2000 downlink 421 468 NMT 450 25 kHz CDMA2000 fullband 411 468 NMT 900 MATS E uplink 890 915 NMT 900 MATS E downlink 935 960 52 N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Signal Standard NMT 900 MATS E fullband PCS GSM 1900 uplink PCS GSM 1900 downlink PCS GSM 1900 fullband PCS Korea uplink PCS Korea downlink PCS Korea fullband PDC 800 uplink PDC 800 downlink PDC 800 fullband PDC 1500 uplink PDC 1500 downlink PDC 1500 fullband PHS uplink PHS downlink PHS fullband SMR 800 uplink SMR 800 downlink SMR 800 fullband SMR 1500 uplink SMR 1500 downlink SMR 1500 fullband TACS ETACS uplink C22 TACS ETACS downlink TACSETACS fullband Tetra uplink Tetra downlink Start freq MHz 890 1850 1930 1850 1750 1840 1750 898 843 843 1525 1477 1477 1895 1895 1895 806 851 806 1453 1501 1453 872 917 872 380 380 Stop freq MHz 960 1910 1990 1990 1780 1870 1870 940 885 940 1549 1501 1549 1918 1918 1918 821 866 866 1465 1513 1513 915 960 960 430 430 N9330B User s Guide 53 4 Using Functions 54 Using cable folder In DTF measurement you are required to input the velocity factor and the average cable loss dB m In case that you do not remember the velocity factor
16. Agilent N9330B Handheld Cable amp Antenna Tester User s Guide tsi Agilent Technologies Notices Agilent Technologies Inc 2008 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into a foreign language without prior agreement and written consent from Agilent Technologies Inc as governed by United States and international copyright laws Manual Part Number N9330 90011 Edition Second Edition Dec 2008 Printed in China Agilent Technologies Inc Qianfeng Hi Tech Industry Park Chengdu 611731 P R China Software Revision This guide is valid for A 01 00 revisions of the Agilent N9330B Handheld Cable amp Antenna Tester firmware CAUTION A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operating proce dure 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 pro ceed 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 pro cedure practice or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in personal injury or death Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met Warranty The material contained in this document is provided as is and is
17. B before making measurements on page 25 for more information Bypass Electronic Calibrator 62 The electronic calibrator is the default setting for the tester However a user may choose to use either the to electronic calibrator or T combo mechanical calibrator When using the T combo mechanical calibrator the user will bypass the default electronic calibrator process by pressing CAL gt Bypass E Calib The tester will then access the manual open short load calibration Key access CAL gt Bypass E Calib N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 User Cal Mode The user may define a custom calibration process instead of using the tester default open short load combination Pressing Cal gt User Cal Mode to select the calibration item for your customized calibration User defined calibration accepts only the T combo calibrator The electronic calibrator is not compatible with any user defined calibration mode A User Cal requires the user to perform an open short load calibration process Key access CAL gt User Cal Mode N9330B User s Guide 63 5 Key Reference Distance 64 When you are using the DTF Distance to Fault mode pressing FREQ DIST brings up a submenu of setting DTF parameters instead of frequency range The tester saves the latest defined DTF parameters and recalls them when you power on the tester next time Start Sets the displayed start distance You can pre d
18. F mode pressing FREQ DIST brings up a submenu of setting the distance range instead of frequency range N9330B User s Guide 69 5 Key Reference Limit Sets the pass fail bar for traces Two individual single limit lines and single limit line with five multiple limit segments are selectable The tester also provides a limit beep function to alert a failure of limit judgement If traces are below a limit or a limit segments the tester judges the measurement as passed if the traces are above the limit bars the tester judges the measurement as failed Limit 1 Pressing LIMIT gt Limit 1 brings up a sub menu for editing a single limit applied horizontally across the displayed bandwidth The amplitude range of a single limit varies according to the current measurement mode Refer to AMPTD on page 60 for more information Key access LIMIT gt Limit 1 Limit 2 70 Pressing Limit gt Limit 2 brings up a sub menu for editing a single limit that applies a second horizontal limit line across the displayed bandwidth The amplitude range of a single limit varies according to the current measurement mode Refer to AMPTD on page 60 for more information Key access LIMIT gt Limit 2 N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 Multiple Limit Pressing Multi Limit brings up a submenu for editing multiple limit segments Up to five individual limit segments may be applied Each segment r
19. LINE power 12 N9330B User s Guide Getting Started 2 AC Power Cord Plug Type Cable Part For use in Number Description Country amp Region 8120 1703 BS 1363 A Option 900 United Kingdom Hong Kong Singapore Malaysia 8120 0696 AS 3112 2000 Option 901 Australia New 250V 10 Zealand 250V 10A 8120 1692 IEC 83 C4 Option 902 z Continental Europe 250V 16 Korea Indonesia Italy Russia 8120 1521 CNS 10917 2 Option 903 NEMA 5 15P Unite States 125V 10A Canada Taiwan Mexico 8120 2296 SEV 1011 Option 906 Switzerland 125V 10 8120 4600 SABS 164 1 Option 917 South Africa India 230V 15A 8120 4754 JIS C8303 Option 918 125V 15A 8120 5181 5132 Option 919 ae Israel 250V 16A 8120 8377 GB 1002 Option 922 250V 16A N9330B User s Guide 13 2 Getting Started Working with Batteries Full charge the battery before first using the analyzer Installing a Battery Step Notes 1 Open the battery cover Use a phillips type screwdriver loosen the retaining screw then pull the battery cover open 2 Insert the battery Observe correct battery polarity orientation when installing 3 Close the battery cover Push the cover closed then re fasten the cover with the retaining screw Viewing Battery Status Determine the battery status in either of the following methods Check the ba
20. MEAS VIEW Resolution Single ON OFF Trace Operation Off Trace Memory Top Trace Memory Page Up Trace Overlap On Page Down ON OFF Off 88 Select Trace Bottom Delete Trace Delete All N9330B User s Guide Ful Sel Power Manager Units Meter Foot MenuMap 7 License Key Language Status Self Test Upgrade E Calib Test Intelligent ON OFF Fast Meas ON OFF Keep Beep ON OFF License Opt Key Light ON OFF Key Light Edit More More Light Set Auto Man N9330B User s Guide Return 89 7 LIMIT LIMIT 7 Limit 1 Off Limit 2 Edit Multi Limit Return On Limit Beep ON OFF Off Segment 1 Edit Segment 2 Return Segment 3 Segment 4 Segment 5 Return 90 N9330B User s Guide N9330B User s Guide Marker 1 Marker 2 Marker 3 Marker 4 Marker 5 Marker 6 MenuMap 7 Off Edit Marker to Peak Marker to Minimum Return Marker to Peak Marker to Minimum Return 91 7 Menu 92 N9330B User s Guide Index A Adjusting resolution 30 Amplitude scale adjust 48 Auto scale 48 Battery Charging 15 Battery installation 14 Battery view status 14
21. Traces 39 Trace Operation 39 Trace overlap 40 Saving and Recalling a 42 data 42 Save instrument setup 43 Copyascreen 43 Editing a filename 44 Recall trace data 44 Recall an instrument setup 45 Viewing system statistics 46 Check system status 46 Running self test 46 Some Helpful Hints 47 Preset the tester 47 Adjust amplitude scale 48 Using single sweep 48 Enabling interference immunity 48 Quick access to freq dist setups 49 Connector Care 49 System Setups 55 Setting screen resolution 55 Setting power manager 55 Choosing a unit 55 Setting date and time 56 Firmware upgrade 56 Key light setting 56 Setting the brightness of key light 57 Light Setting 57 5 Key Reference AMPTD 60 Top 60 CAL 62 Bypass Electronic Calibrator 62 Distance 64 Start 64 Stop 64 DTF Config 65 Cable Loss 66 Velocity Factor 66 Cable 67 Window 67 Enter and 5 68 Enter 68 ESC CLR 68 Frequency 69 Start 69 Stop 69 Signal Standard 69 Limit 70 Limit1 70 Limit 2 70 Limit Beep 71 Marker 72 Marker 1 6 72 Marker All off 73 Meas View 74 Resolution 74 Single 74 Interference Immunity 74 Trace Overlap 75 Mode 76 System 77 Cal Mode 77 Power Manager 77 Units 77 Language 77 Clock 77 Status 78 Self Test 78 Calib Test 78 Intelligent 78 License key 79 Key Light 79 Key Light Edit 79 Light Set 79 6 Instrument Messages Error Messa
22. and connectors Minimize the bending of test cables A single sharp bend can damage a RF cable Avoid repeated connection and disconnection of all RF cable connections Do not bend cables at or near the RF connectors This may affect the RF performance Inspect all connectors for dirt nicks and other signs of damage or wear before connection A bad connector can ruin a good connector instantly Clean dirty connectors Dirt and foreign matter can cause poor electrical connections affect RF measurements and may permanently damage the connectors Never exceed the recommended connector torque values when attaching cables or damage may result 50 Proper Connector Torque Connector Torque Torque Torque cm kg N cm in lbs Type N 52 508 45 3 5 mm 9 2 90 8 SMA 5 7 56 N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Using signal standards There are 88 signal standards available in the tester They can be accessed and selected for use in measurement setups The following is a list of common signal standards with their uplink downlink and full span ranges Signal Standard Start freq Stop freq MHz MHz Bluetooth US Europe uplink 2400 0 2484 0 Bluetooth US Europe downlink 2400 0 2484 0 Bluetooth US Europe full band 2400 0 2484 0 Bluetooth Japan uplink 2472 0 2497 0 Bluetooth Japan downlink 2472 0 2497 0 Bluetooth Japan full band 2472 0 2497 0 C 450 P uplink 453 464 C 450 P downlink 463 474 C
23. and hardware Key access SYS gt Self Test E Calib Test Verifies the communication between the electronic calibrator and the tester Key access SYS gt E Calib Test Intelligent Toggles the ability to identify the calibration loads Open Short Load from each other between on and off Key access SYS gt Intelligent N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 Fast Meas Toggles the fast sweep between on and off Key access SYS gt Fast Meas License key Brings up a window for inputting a license code for an option Key access SYS gt License key Key Light The key light of the tester can be turned on or be turned off resting with using conditions Key access SYS gt Key Light Key Light Edit The brightness of the key light can be adjusted based on personal preference Key access SYS gt Key Light Edit Light Set The Agilent N9330B provides two brightness adjusting modes Addressing Auto for adjusting brightness automatically by the light sensor while Man for manually operation Key access SYS gt Light Set N9330B User s Guide 79 5 Key Reference 80 N9330B User s Guide Agilent N9330B 4 Handheld Cable and Antenna Tester e Instrument Messages fe Agilent Technologies 81 6 Instrument Messages Error Message List Error Error Message Description Code 310 System error Failed to write to file 311 System error Failed
24. and the average cable loss of the cable under test use the cable folder to find the cable type When you are making a DTF measurement pressing Cable brings up a dialog box for frequency band selection first You should select any of the following categories e Standard measure 1000 MHz Standard measure in 2000 MHz Standard measure in 2500 MHz Customized cables Press ENTER to confirm the selection Then the tester displays a cable list in the frequency band Each category of cables is listed with cable type velocity factor and average cable loss If you wish to create customized cable library you need to use N9330B Post Analysis Tool to send the customized cable list to the tester N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 System Setups Setting screen resolution Three types of screen resolution choices are available 521 261 131 The higher resolution you set the more precise trace you get but longer sweep time you need to spend Key access MEAS VIEW gt Resolution Setting power manager The tester will turn off the LCD screen and key light after non use of from 1 minute to 60 minutes user defined by pressing Edit if power manager is turned on The edited length of time will be noneffective if Power Manager is set to off that the tester will turn off the display and lights never after the defined idle time Key access SYS gt Power Manager Cho
25. d Using SelectedSpan calibration mode and the T combo calibrator provides a more accurate calibration Selecting FullSpan calibration mode and electronic calibrator is the simplest most convenient calibration The tester default setting is the SelectedSpan calibration mode Agilent recommends using the SelectedSpan calibration mode for best results It is important to keep the calibration frequency range as close as possible to the actual sweep frequencies necessary for the measurements Calibrating over a larger frequency span than the actual measurement range will reduce the accuracy For example using a 1 GHz calibration range when the measurement range is only few kHz Calibrate with an electronic calibrator Never connect an electronic calibrator to the tester until after powering on the N9330B The tester needs about 35 sec to record the data of an Electronic calibrator the first time a new Electronic calibrator is used with a specific tester After the initial use of an Electronic calibrator the tester requires approximately 12 sec to perform the automated open short load calibration N9330B User s Guide 27 3 Making Measurements 28 The Electronic calibrator performs an automatic open short load consecutively 1 Press CAL to bring up a dialog box for calibration guidance 2 Connect the Electronic calibrator to the RF OUT connector on the top panel of the tester Connect the USB cable between t
26. d keys on the tester Enter Terminates date entry and enters into the analyzer a numerical value keyed from numeric keypad on the front panel Terminates filename entries Key access ENTER ESC CLR Clears data entries Exits from a functional block Key access ESC CLR 68 N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 Frequency Sets the measurement frequency range The default unit is MHz and the tester provides this unit only The tester saves the latest defined frequency range and recalls the frequency setup when you power on the tester next time Start Sets the start frequency The minimum increment is 0 1 MHz Use numerical keypad to input the frequency and press ENTER to confirm your input Or rotate the knob to increase or decrease the frequency You can also press Left or Right to move the cursor to the digit you want to edit on then rotate the knob to modify the value Key access FREQ DIST gt Start Stop Sets the stop frequency The minimum increment is 0 1 MHz Key access FREQ DIST gt Stop Signal Standard Includes a frequency range list of several signal standards When you select a signal standard from the list the tester automatically sets the start and stop frequency according to the frequency of the signal standard you just selected Refer to Using signal standards on page 51 for more information Key access FREQ DIST gt Signal Standard When in DT
27. ditable This is equivalent to pressing FREQ DIST gt Stop in DTF mode Start Frequency When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the start frequency becomes editable This is equivalent to pressing FREQ DIST gt Start when in non DTF mode Changing frequency range changes the maximum measured and displayed distance e Stop Frequency When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the stop frequency becomes editable This is equivalent to pressing FREQ DIST gt Stop when in non DTF mode Changing frequency range changes the maximum measured and displayed distance Refer to Distance on page 64 for more information Resolution When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the trace resolution becomes editable This is equivalent to pressing Meas View gt Resolution Changing the resolution changes the maximum measured and displayed distance N9330B User s Guide 65 5 Key Reference Windowing When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the windowing menu is presented This is equivalent to pressing Window in DTF mode Cable When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER a cable library is brought up This is equivalent to pressing Cable in DTF mode Velocity Factor When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the velocity factor becomes editable This
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29. efine the default unit to be either meters or feet by pressing SYS gt Units The minimum distance increment is 0 1 m or 0 1 foot Key access Start Stop Sets the displayed stop distance Stop distance is always greater than the start distance The maximum stop distance is calculated from the following equation Resolution 150 V V In this equation Resolution means the current resolution of the trace Pressing MEAS VIEW gt Resolution enables you to select resolution setups 131 261 or 521 points V means the velocity factor of a cable e means velocity of light F means the stop frequency and F refers to the start frequency The offset between F2 and 1 should always be greater than a tenth of current resolution Resolution 10 For example if the current resolution is 521 then should be greater than 52 1 MHz Key access Stop N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 DTF Config Lists and edits the DTF parameters Key access DTF Config Pressing DTF Config brings up a check list showing the parameters in a DTF measurement Start Distance When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the displayed start distance becomes editable This is equivalent to pressing FREQ DIST gt Start in DTF mode e Stop Distance When you rotate knob to highlight this parameter and press ENTER the displayed stop distance becomes e
30. equires a defined frequency and amplitude value of the start and end point for the segment Limit segments may not overlap with each other and segments must have a horizontal component that is they cannot be vertical Key access LIMIT gt Multi Limit Limit Beep The tester emits a beeping sound when the trace is above the limit bar to indicate the measurement fails as defined in the limit setups Key access LIMIT gt Limit Beep N9330B User s Guide 71 5 Key Reference Marker Provides frequency and amplitude readout for a particular point or multiple points on a trace The tester provides 6 markers with 6 different colors You can turn on or off any one of them or turn off all of them at them same time Marker readout displays at the lower side of the screen in a format of frequency amplitude The tester always uses MHz as its default frequency unit and dB as its default amplitude unit except for SWR measurement Marker 1 6 72 Provides editable markers labeled from Marker1 to Marker6 Two methods of placing a marker onto a particular point on a trace Turn on a marker and rotate the knob to move the marker to the point Turn on a marker and press Edit to manually set the marker to a specified point Key access MARKER gt Marker 1 6 gt Edit Delta Calculates and reads out the frequency and amplitude offsets of Markers comparing to Markerl When using delta functio
31. etting Started warnine Always use the three pin AC power cord supplied with this product Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause personal injury and product damage USB 1 1 or USB 2 0 standards from a USB disk Not all the USB disk are built that way If you have problems connecting a particular USB disk please reboot the analyzer before inserting the next Use USB disk in FAT or FAT32 format with only one partition for data saving and loading with the tester The VxWorks operating system requires full conformity to caution If left the battery in tester unused a fully charged battery will WN discharge itself over time Never use a damaged or worn out adapter or battery The charging process will be intermitted if the battery temper ature exceed the safety value This process will restart when the temperature declines If you are charging the batteries internally even while the tester is powered off the tester may become warm To avoid overheating always disconnect the tester from the AC adapter before storing the tester into the soft carrying case Temperature extremes will affect the ability of the battery to charge Allow the battery to attain ambient operating temperature before use or charging Storing a battery in extreme hot or cold places will reduce the capacity and lifetime of a battery Battery storage is recommended at 25 C caution Always power
32. ey access AMPTD gt Top 60 N9330B User s Guide Key Reference 5 Bottom Sets the displayed bottom amplitude Tester will automatically revise your input by a minimum amplitude increment if you previously input improper bottom amplitude Key access AMPTD gt Bottom Damage to the tester may result when the input power is greater than 23 dBm or 50 VDC N9330B User s Guide 61 5 Key Reference CAL Activates the calibration process for the tester A calibration process performs open short and load OSL calibrations You can either follow the instructions from the tester to run a calibration or customize a calibration You can select either an electronic calibrator or a T combo mechanical calibrator to perform an open short load calibration T combo calibrator Is a T shaped mechanical calibrator The three parts of the T combo are the open short and 50 Q load The T combo calibrator is a more accurate calibration than the electronic calibrator and will improve the measurement range of the tester Electronic calibrator The electronic calibrator enables you to perform one connection calibration process It performs an open short and 50 Q load calibration consecutively The electronic calibrator is faster but less accurate than the mechanical calibrator When a calibration is completed a Calibrated indicator displays on the left top corner the screen Refer to Calibrate the N9330
33. ge List 82 Warning List 83 7 Menu Map FREQ DIST 86 AMPTD 87 MEAS VIEW 88 SYS 89 LIMIT 90 Marker 91 Documentation Conventions 1 A pair of curly brackets indicates a softkey for example Start refers to the Start softkey 2 A pair of square brackets indicates a hardkey for example ENTER refers to the ENTER 3 DUT refers to a device under test Agilent N9330B Handheld Cable amp Antenna Tester Overview Agilent Technologies 1 Overview Introduction Agilent has designed the N9330B handheld cable and antenna tester 25 MHz to 4 GHz to simplify the job of installing and maintaining cable and antenna systems In addition to measuring SWR Return Loss and Cable Loss the N9330B also performs Distance to Fault DTF measurements that assist in determining cable defect locations It is also useful in identifying maintenance necessary to maintain peak performance of your cable and antenna systems Basic measurement functionality Basic measurement functionality of the N9330B includes SWR Return loss Cable loss DTF SWR and return loss 2 N9330B User s Guide Overview 1 Optimized Usabilities The Agilent N9330B has the following features 6 5 inch TFT colorful LCD screen 640 X 480 pixels enables you to read the scans easily and clearly outdoors e Rechargeable lithium ion battery supports a minimum of four hours continuo
34. gies standard commercial license terms and non DOD Departments and Agencies of the U S Government 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 Table of Contents 1 Overview Introduction 2 Basic measurement functionality 2 Front Panel Overview 4 Top Panel Overview 5 2 Getting Started Checking the Shipment 8 Safety Considerations 9 Electrical Requirements 11 Electrostatic Discharge ESD Precautions 11 Power Requirements 12 Working with Batteries 14 Installing a Battery 14 Viewing Battery Status 14 Your first 10 minutes with the N9330B 16 Power the 93308 16 Making the first measurement 17 3 Making Measurements Selecting a Measurement Mode 24 Calibrate the N9330B before making measurements 25 Calibration Mode 25 Types of Calibrators 26 Measuring Return Loss SWR Cable Loss 29 Perform a basic return loss measurement 29 Adjusting the measurement resolution 30 Using Marker Limit 30 Measuring Distance to Fault DTF 31 Perform measurement 31 Adjusting the measurement resolution 32 Using Marker Limit 32 Measured distance 33 4 Using Functions Using Markers and Pass Fail Limit Lines 36 Using markers 36 Using Pass Fail Limit Lines 37 Processing
35. he electronic calibrator and the tester USB port The correct USB cable is supplied with an Electronic calibrator 3 Press ENTER to start calibration Calibrate with a T combo calibrator Using a T combo calibrator is a three step process requiring the user to manually change the components The default order of the calibration process is open short load 1 Press CAL to bring up the dialog box for calibration guidance 2 Connect the Open component of the T combo calibrator to the RF OUT connector of the tester Press ENTER to start the open calibration 3 Connect the Short component of the T combo calibrator to the RF OUT connector of the tester Press ENTER to start the short calibration 4 Connect the Load component of the T combo calibrator to the RF OUT connector of the tester Press ENTER to start the load calibration A Calibrated indicator will be displayed on the upper left corner of the screen when the calibration is completed Using User Cal Mode User Cal Mode is an optional selection when using a mechanical calibrator The User Cal Mode allows the user to choose one cal standard from the open short load to perform a customized calibration For example pressing CAL gt User Cal Mode gt Open initiates a calibration using the Open calibration standard only N9330B User s Guide Making Measurements 3 Measuring Return Loss SWR Cable L
36. held Cable amp Antenna Tester ee 4 4 Using Functions Agilent Technologies 35 4 Using Functions Using Markers and Pass Fail Limit Lines Markers and limit lines are used for measurement trace analysis Using markers Markers are used to track the specified points on a trace You may apply up to six markers and visually track up to six points on each trace Each of the six markers has the following settings On Activates a Marker and places a vertical colored bar with the Marker number ranging from M1 to M6 to the foot of the bar Off Deactivates a marker and erases the Marker bar Edit Brings up a dialog box and allows you to set the position of a marker Rotating the knob will move the position of a marker Marker to Peak Places the active marker on the highest indicated value of the trace Marker to Minimum Places the active marker on the lowest indicated value of the trace Delta Is associated with the reference marker Marker 1 is the default reference marker Therefore Marker 1 must be applied before creating the delta Delta displays the value difference between the reference marker position and the delta marker position Only one delta marker can be associated with a given reference marker 36 N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 General steps for adding a marker Take adding Marker 1 for example Step Note 1 Pre
37. ir ancroyn RL SWR CL DTF RL or DTF SWR parameters records frequency distance range and date and time Limit lines if activated will be saved using Save Setup Copy a screen The Agilent N9330B offers two methods to copy a screen Press PRT SCR to get a quick screen capture and save the file onto an external USB memory stick ONLY Pressing the button also activates the auto file naming editor and automatically saves the screen shot with a name that is auto sequential to the number of the latest saved file from 1 to 65533 Pressing Save gt Copy Screen allows you to save a screen shot into local memory or external USB memory stick that will be automatically assigned with a default file name from 1 to 10 Insert a memory stick into the USB connector before copying screen N9330B User s Guide 43 4 Using Functions Both of the methods allow you to save the currently displayed screen in JPEG format Each screen copied is an 8 bit colored 640 480 resolution graph Copy screen will include any limit lines if shown on screen However a screen shot is not editable Editing a file name A valid file name may consist of capitalized letters A to Z decimal numbers 0 to 9 and symbols dot and underscore Pressing Save gt Save Data as accesses a dialog box with the last file name used Press ESC CLR to erase the current file name before editing or creating a new file name Input a ne
38. llowing example to add a limit line Example adding limit 1 Step Press Limit hardkey to access a submenu of limit settings Press Multi Limit softkey to access the multi limit segments submenu Press Limit 1 softkey to access a submenu of the limit 1 Press On softkey to activate a limit line Press Edit softkey to set the position of a limit line Press Prev segment Next segment to continue setting specifications for a multi limit trace Note Use this feature if setting multiple limit values on trace choosing the specific segment number This will set the limit line at previously configured limit value To adjust the limit line to your specifications For multi limit traces N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Processing Traces Trace overlap and trace operation are used in the tester for post trace processing Very useful in comparing measurements to identify differences and faults Trace Operation Trace operation mathematically adds or subtracts the current measured trace to a previously saved trace This will provide information that may indicate when a cable or antenna system is degrading in performance and would require maintenance i The previously saved trace must have the same setup with consistent measurement parameters as the current trace For example the same mode resolution and frequency distance range Example A saved a trace data has been entered
39. n the tester keeps the marker on the trace as it is but the readout changes to the frequency and amplitude offsets comparing to the 1 Key access MARKER gt Marker 2 6 gt Delta Marker to Peak Places a marker to the point that has the highest amplitude on the trace Key access MARKER gt Marker 1 6 gt Marker to Peak N9330B User s Guide Key Reference Marker to Minimum Places a marker to the point that has the lowest amplitude on the trace Key access MARKER gt Marker1 6 gt Marker to Minimum Marker All off Turn off all the active markers Key access MARKER gt Marker All off N9330B User s Guide 5 73 5 Key Reference Meas View Five functional blocks are available under MEAS VIEW Setting the trace resolution Enabling the single sweep Performing mathematical operation on two traces Performing trace overlap comparison Enabling interference immunity Resolution Three types of trace resolution are selectable 131 points 261 points 521 points Key access MEAS VIEW gt Resolution Single Toggles the single sweep between on and off When single sweep is off the tester sweeps continuously Key access MEAS VIEW gt Single IIM Interference Immunity Toggles the interference immunity between on and off When IIM is on the sweep speed becomes slower than normal Key access MEAS VIEW gt
40. nager on enables the power saving mode The tester will turn off the LCD screen and key light after non use of from 1 minute to 60 minutes user defined by pressing SYS gt Power Manager gt Edit Pressing any key on the front panel except the power switch brings the tester back to its previous state immediately Key access SYS gt Power Manager Units Toggles the default setting unit of distance between meter and foot Key access SYS gt Units Language Enables you to select a regional language displayed on the screen Choices are English French German Italian Spanish Portuguese Russian Korean Japanese Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese Key access SYS gt Language Clock Accesses the date and time settings Key access SYS gt Clock N9330B User s Guide 77 5 78 Key Reference Upgrade Enables the firmware upgrade process 1 Copy the upgrade application onto the root level of a USB memory stick 2 Insert the USB memory stick into the USB interface of the tester on its top panel 3 Press SYS gt Upgrade to initiate firmware upgrade 4 The tester will promotes a message to indicate firmware upgrading is in process 5 After upgrading completes power off the tester then reboot it Key access SYS gt Upgrade Status Shows the systematic information of the tester Key access SYS gt Status Self Test Runs a self test on temperature
41. ngs Date amp Time 56 signal standards 51 Span 79 Status Check system 46 Sweep Time 70 Sweep single 48 SWR 29 System setups 55 T Top Panel overview 5 Trace Operation 39 Trace overlap compare 40 U Unit 55 Using limit lines 37 Velocity Factor 66 Warning 83 94
42. nt data and the instrument setup information Trace data and instrument setup files are saved with a data file extension Save a trace data Trace data includes the measured data and the current instrument setups Save Data does not include limit lines Limit lines can be saved using the Save Setup feature Pressing Save gt Save Data allows you to save the trace data into local memory ONLY It also activates the auto file naming editor and automatically saves the current trace data with a name that is consecutive to name of the latest saved file This mode does NOT allow you to edit the file name For example if the previously saved file name is Chicago_sitel the current trace data will be automatically named as Chicago_site2 Pressing Save gt Save Data as allows you to select a destination where a trace data is saved Local or USB edit a user defined file name See Editing a file name on page 44 N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Save an instrument setup The tester will save instrument setups to the local memory The maximum number of instrument setups that can be saved is 15 Pressing Save gt Save Setup saves the current instrument settings to the tester s local memory The tester will record the following instrument settings calibration mode records FullSpan or SelectedSpan calibration mode measurement mode records measurement modes with the
43. o the RF OUT connector then press ENTER to initiate the short calibration 4 Fasten the LOAD end of the T combo to the RF OUT connector then press ENTER to initiate the load calibration To abort a calibration press the ESC CLR button For more details of calibration please refer to Calibrate the N9330B before making measurements on page 25 N9330B User s Guide 19 2 Getting Started 20 Step 4 Connecting DUT to RF Output port Example Measuring return loss Assuming you have completed the calibration procedure above Refer to the following instructions to make a return loss measurement Connect the cable under test to the RF OUT connector on the top panel of the tester The tester immediately performs the measurement and displays a trace on the screen If further data analysis is necessary refer to Using Markers and Pass Fail Limit Lines on page 36 Processing Traces on page 39 N9330B User s Guide Getting Started 2 Contact Agilent Technologies Agilent maintains sales and service offices around the world to provide you with complete support for your handheld cable and antenna tester In any correspondence or telephone conversations refer to your handheld cable and antenna tester by its product number and the full serial number Go to http www agilent com find assist for help with product selection configuration and purchases technical application assistanc
44. on the N9330B before connecting an electronic CAUTION calibrator The average continuous power input is limited not to exceed 23 dBm DC voltage to 50 VDC Instrument damage may result if these precautions are not followed 10 N9330B User s Guide Getting Started 2 Environmental Requirements Agilent technologies has designed this tester for use under the following conditions Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C using AC DC adapter 10 C to 50 C using battery Storage temperature 40 C to 70 C Battery temperature 0 C to 45 C Humidity 85 5 Electrical Requirements This tester allows the use of either a lithium battery pack internal AC DC adapter shipped with the tester or optional Automotive 12VDC adapter for its power supply Electrostatic Discharge ESD Precautions This tester was manufactured in an ESD protected environment This is because most of the semiconductor devices used in this tester are susceptible to damage by static discharge Depending on the magnitude of the charge device substrates can be punctured of destroyed by contact or mere proximity of a static charge The result can cause degradation of device performance early failure or immediate destruction ElectroStatic charges are generated in numerous ways such as simple contact separation of materials and normal motions of persons working with static sensitive devices When handling or se
45. osing a unit Two types of distance units are available meter foot Key access SYS gt Units The change of unit is displayed at the left lower corner of the screen N9330B User s Guide 55 4 Using Functions 56 Setting date and time Key access SYS gt Clock The date and time display on the top line of the screen Firmware upgrade The N9330B provides an easy and fast access for firmware update When updating firmware make sure there will be a constant power supply for at least 10 minutes Refer to the following steps to upgrade the firmware 1 Download firmware upgrade package from website 2 Extract and copy N9330B bin file to the ROOT directory of USB memory stick 3 Insert this USB stick to the USB port on the top panel of N9330B 4 Press SYS gt Upgrade to upgrade the firmware 5 Cycle the power to N9330B when notice Upgrade Complete Effective after Restart When upgrade N9330B firmware from some old version unrecognized fonts will be displayed instead of this message please restart N9330B as well 6 When unit powered on press SYS gt More gt Statues to check the firmware version Key light setting The key light of the tester can be turned on or be turned off The choice is based on personal preference or using conditions Key access SYS gt More gt Key Light N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Setting the brightness of key light
46. oss Return loss is the measurement of the signal reflection characteristics of a cable and antenna system A return loss measurement is useful in detecting problems in the antenna feedline system and the antenna itself A portion of the incident power is reflected back to the source from transmission line faults as well as from the antenna itself The ratio of the reflected voltage to the incident voltage is called the reflection coefficient The reflection coefficient is a complex number meaning it has both magnitude and phase information In S parameter terms return loss is referred to as an S11 measurement SWR and cable loss measurement derive from return loss measurement Test signals can cause interference When testing cables attached to an antenna the test signal is radiated from the antenna Verify that the signal used for the test CANNOT cause interference to other antennas Perform a basic return loss measurement When measuring return loss SWR or cable loss with your N9330B follow the same operation procedure as shown below To make a return loss versus frequency measurement over a frequency range of 50 to 400 MHz perform the following steps 1 Press the MODE hardkey to call up a measurement mode menu Rotate the front panel knob to select a measurement mode for this example Return Loss Press the ENTER hardkey to confirm your selection For more detailed information refer to Selecting a Measuremen
47. oss the full frequency span 25 MHz to 4 GHz A FullSpan Cal ignores the frequency changes during measurements SelectedSpan Cal Performs an open short load calibration across a user defined frequency span A SelectedSpan Cal requires a re calibration of the tester after changing the measurement frequency range Normally the selected span should be set as close to the actual swept frequency range Key access SYS gt Cal Mode N9330B User s Guide 25 3 Making Measurements Types of Calibrators Two types of calibrator tools are available from Agilent for use with the tester T combo calibrator This is a T shaped mechanical calibrator It consists of a calibrated open short and 50 Q load Using the T combo calibrator will result in a more accurate calibration than when using the an Electronic calibrator e Electronic calibrator The Electronic calibrator enables you to perform a one step calibration process It automatically performs an open short and 500 load calibration The Electronic calibrator is a faster but less accurate than when using a T combo mechanical calibrator 26 N9330B User s Guide Making Measurements 3 Calibrating procedure introduction Choose either the T combo or the Electronic calibrator to perform a calibration process Different combinations of calibration mode and calibrator may benefit the measurement accuracy differently Assuming the measurement resolution remains unchange
48. r Beeps differently on different actions 13 Light sensor Adjusts brightness automatically 14 Softkeys Indicates current menu functions 15 Screen Displays measured traces and status 16 Strap handle For hand carry N9330B User s Guide Top Panel Overview Caption RF Output Connector N type Overview 1 Brief Description Outputs swept signal to DUT USB interface Type B Host Connects to a PC USB interface Type A Device Connects to a USB memory stick LED indicator Lights On when external DC power is connected to the tester LED indicator Charging Lights On when the battery is charging External DC power connector Connects to external DC power for use with either the AC DC charger adapter or automotive 12V DC adapter LAN interface Reserved for future expansion Tilt Stand rear of instru ment N9330B User s Guide Allows user to lean instrument back for better viewing when placed on flat surface 1 Overview Instrument Markings 234860 ISM1 A The CE mark shows that the product complies with all relevant European Legal Directives If accompanied by a year it signifies when the design was proven The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association The C Tick mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Spectrum Management Agency This symbol is an Industrial Scientific and Medical
49. r allowed Press ENTER ESC to abort Calibration invalid Frequency changed Continue in 3 seconds Calibration will be invalidated Temperature out of range Press ENTER ESC to abort Cannot open segment Segment cannot be vertical Continue in 3 seconds Save file error File name cannot be null Press ENTER ESC to abort N9330B User s Guide 83 6 Instrument Messages No Warning Message 14 Save trace error Memory is full Continue in 3 seconds 15 Cannot modify the value now Continue in 3 seconds 16 Changing CAL mode invalidates calibration Press ENTER to continue Press ESC to abort 17 Changing frequency invalidates calibration Press ENTER to continue Press ESC to abort 18 Delete this trace Press ENTER to continue Press ESC to abort 19 Delete all traces Press ENTER to continue Press ESC to abort 20 Freq range is changed BW is below min BW Continue in 3 seconds 21 Cannot upgrade There isn t application in the U disk Press ENTER ESC to abort 22 Upgrade complete Press ENTER ESC to abort 84 N9330B User s Guide Agilent N9330B 2 Handheld Cable Antenna Tester 00 c 649 29 Map Agilent Technologies 85 7 Menu FREQ DIST FREQ DIST 86 Signal Standard Page down N9330B User s Guide 7 N9330B User s Guide 87 7 Menu MEAS VIEW
50. refer to Using single sweep on page 48 For minimizing the interference refer to Enabling interference immunity on page 48 N9330B User s Guide Making Measurements 3 Measuring Distance to Fault DTF For this measurement an internally generated signal emits from the RF OUT port of the tester and is transmitted to the cable and antenna system DUT The tester receives and processes the signal power reflected from faults and imperfections In performing a DTF measurement the tester uses frequency domain reflectometry The transmitted and reflected signals contain information about the distance to the faults This information is used to determine the physical distance to the faults The tester displays the physical distance to the probable faults corrected for cable loss and the velocity propagation factor of the cable Perform a DTF measurement To make a DTF return loss measurement over a frequency range of 50 to 400 MHz perform the following steps 1 Press FREQ DIST gt Start gt 50 gt ENTER to set the start frequency to 50 MHz 2 Press Stop gt 400 gt ENTER to set the stop frequency to 400 MHz 3 Press the MODE hardkey to select a measurement mode Rotate the front panel knob to highlight and select the DTF Return loss and press ENTER to confirm your selection 4 Press CAL to bring up the calibration process guidance Follow the instructions to perform a calibration For more
51. rvicing equipment containing static sensitive devices adequate precautions must be taken to prevent device damage or destruction Only those who are thoroughly familiar with industry accepted techniques for handling static sensitive devices should attempt to service circuitry with these devices N9330B User s Guide 11 2 Getting Started Power Requirements The AC power supplied must meet the following requirements Voltage 100 VAC to 240 VAC Frequency 47 to 63 Hz Power Maximum 63 W The AC DC power supply charger adapter supplied with the analyzer is equipped with a three wire power cord in accordance with international safety standards This power cord grounds the analyzer cabinet when it is connected to an appropriate power line outlet The power cord appropriate to the original shipping location is included with the analyzer Various AC power cables are available from Agilent that are unique to specific geographic areas You can order additional AC power cords are correct for use in different areas The AC Power Cords table provides a lists of the available AC power cords the plug configurations and identifies the geographic area in which each cable is typically used The detachable power cord is the product disconnecting device It disconnects the main AC circuits from the DC supply before other parts of the product The front panel switch is only a standby switch and do not disconnect instrument from AC
52. s Cable Loss ae tel SUR Return Loss Selecting Return Loss measurement The icon 299 indicates the following frequency domain measurement SWR Return loss Cable loss The icon indicates the following Distance to Fault DTF measurement SWR Return loss 24 N9330B User s Guide Making Measurements 3 Calibrate the N9330B before making measurements Before making a measurement SWR Return loss Cable loss DTF in a specified frequency range or the full span you must calibrate your N9330B It is important to keep the calibration frequency range as close as possible to the actual sweep frequencies necessary for the measurements Calibrating over a larger frequency range than the actual measurement range will reduce the accuracy of the test results For example using a 1 GHz calibration range when the measurement range is only few kHz Performing one calibration is acceptable provided the calibration frequency range selected incorporates all intended measurement frequencies If the frequency span is changed a new calibration must be performed for that measurement A new calibration must be performed if any components used in the calibration setup are changed For example a short coaxial cable used to connect the tester to the DUT Calibration Mode The N9330B offers two calibration modes FullSpan Cal Runs an open short load calibration acr
53. ss Marker hardkey to call up a submenu of markers 2 Press Mark 1 softkey to enter a submenu of Marker 1 3 Press On softkey to activate Marker 1 sets its position Marker 1 refer to its previous posi tion 4 Press Edit softkey to set the Rotating the front panel position of the Marker 1 knob also positions the marker Using Pass Fail Limit Lines Limit lines will alert the user to a measurement that exceeds the upper limit value of a trace Limits are set in dB and define the location of the limit lines displayed on the screen The tester applies upper limits only Limit lines are used as pass fail indicators If the amplitude of a measured trace is below the limit line a green Pass indicator is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen If the amplitude of a trace is above a limit line a red Fail indicator is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen A limit fail beep sound can be turned on for an additional trace fail indicator Two types of limit lines Single limit A single limit value is applied over the full frequency range 25 MHz to 4 GHz A maximum of two single limit lines may be applied N9330B User s Guide 37 4 Using Functions Multiple limit segment After setting a limit segment the limit line is valid only for your selected frequency distance range and amplitude range A maximum of five limit segments may be applied Setting up a limit line Refer to the fo
54. subject to being changed without notice in future editions Further to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law Agilent disclaims all warranties either express or implied with regard to this manual and any information contained herein including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Agilent shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing use or performance of this document or of any information contained herein Should Agilent and the user have a separate written agreement with warranty terms covering 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 15 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 Agilent Technolo
55. t Mode on page 24 2 Press the Start softkey to call up the start frequency menu Press 50 gt ENTER to set the start frequency to 50 MHz N9330B User s Guide 29 3 Making Measurements 30 3 Press the Stop softkey to call up the stop frequency menu Press 400 gt ENTER to set the stop frequency to 400 MHz 4 Press the CAL hardkey to call up the calibration process menu Follow the instructions for performing the calibration For more information about calibration refer to Calibrate the N9330B before making measurements on page 25 A Calibrated indicator will be displayed on the upper left corner of the screen when the calibration is completed 5 Remove the calibrator and connect the DUT to the RF OUT connector of the tester The tester will then measure the return loss of the DUT Adjusting the measurement resolution The tester has three resolution settings 521 261 or 131 points Press the MEAS VIEW hardkey then the Resolution softkey to choose the resolution setting desired then press the ENTER hardkey to enter the selection The higher the resolution the more accurate the measurement results However a higher resolution setting will require a longer sweep time Using Marker Limit For further trace analysis refer to Using markers on page 36 Using Pass Fail Limit Lines on page 37 Trace Operation on page 39 For performing an isolated return loss measurement
56. t to the tester RF OUT connector being careful not to apply a signal which exceeds the maximum signal levels Step 1 Selecting a measurement mode Pressing MODE brings up a check box for you to choose a measurement mode from the following five modes SWR Standing Wave Ratio N9330B User s Guide 17 2 Getting Started 18 Return loss vs Frequency e Cable loss DTF SWR DTF Return loss Example selecting the return loss measurement 1 Press MODE to bring up the mode selection check box 2 Use the rotary control knob to select the Return Loss vs Frequency 3 Press ENTER to confirm your selection A measurement mode indicator FREQ RL will be displayed in the top middle part of the screen See Selecting a Measurement Mode on page 24 for more information Step 2 Setting a measurement range Pressing FREQ DIST brings up a submenu for setting the measurement range If you previously chose a frequency domain measurement the submenu allows you to set the start and stop frequency or select a pre defined frequency range from the list of signal standards If you previously chose a DTF measurement the submenu allows you to set the start and stop displayed distance and other cable measurement related parameters Example setting a frequency range from 1 GHz to 2 GHz 1 Press Start gt 1000 gt ENTER to set the start frequency to 1 GHz 2 Press Stop gt 2000 gt ENTER
57. t trace view Pressing AMPTD gt Top or AMPTD gt Bottom manually set the amplitude scale Using single sweep Using single sweep allows you to get an isolated return loss signal In a single sweep the tester sweeps from the start to the stop frequency distance for only one time and holds the trace static Key access MEAS View gt Single Enabling interference immunity Other signals can interfere with Return Loss SWR measurement You can minimize the effect of the interference on the measurement by activating interference immunity in the tester Key access MEAS VIEW gt Use of interference immunity increases the measurement time Interference immunity should be used if a known interference signal exists or the Return Loss SWR measurement displays suspicious characteristics such as a spike or rapid movements in the noise floor 48 N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Holding a measurement The user may hold pause a measurement Pressing HOLD RUN hardkey pauses holds a measurement and displays the last trace scan Pressing the HOLD RUN hardkey again will restart the measurement Quick access to freq dist setups Pressing FREQ DIST allows the user to quickly access to frequency or distance setup submenu When the measurement mode is SWR return loss or cable loss pressing FREQ DIST hardkey accesses a submenu for the frequency range configuration When
58. the measurement mode is DTF SWR or DTF return loss pressing FREQ DIST hardkey accesses a submenu for distance and DTF measurement configuration Connector Care CAUTION Connectors quality is a critical link for a precision measurement RF connectors are manufactured to extremely precise tolerances and must be used and maintained with care to protect the measurement accuracy and repeatability Taking proper care of cables and connectors will protect your tester s ability to make accurate measurements Inaccurate measurements often result of improper connections dirty or damaged connectors Worn damaged out of tolerance or dirty connectors degrade the accuracy and repeatability of RF measurements Always take proper electrostatic precautions before touching the center conductor of any connector or cable that is connected to the tester N9330B User s Guide 49 4 Using Functions CAUTION Repeatability If two identical measurements are made with the tester the differences in the measured data should be so small that they do not affect the value of the measurement Connector repeatability may be a cause of poor measurement results Connector repeatability problems may be affected by Dirty or damaged connectors Connections that have been made without using proper torque techniques this applies when connections to the tester have been removed then reconnected Extending the life of your cables
59. ting conditions Do not apply excessive RF or DC signals to the tester RF OUTPUT connector The maximum damage RF input level 15 23 dBm or 50 VDC signal input Power on the N9330B Pressing the standby button switches on the tester The tester then boots up and runs an internal self test that includes the following items internal temperature battery voltage if battery powered battery capacity if battery powered Using the tilt stand 16 N9330B User s Guide Getting Started 2 Preparation for Use Use SYS hardkey to set or check the system settings of the tester Setting up the N9330B Press Power Manager to enable or unable the power saving mode Pressing SYS gt Power Manager On turns off the LCD screen and key light after a pre defined idle time set by pressing Power Manager gt Edit Press SYS gt More gt More gt Key Light to turn on or turn off the key light Press SYS gt Language to select a language displayed on the screen Press SYS gt Clock to set the time and date Check system status Pressing SYS gt More gt Status shows the primary information and current status of the tester Making the first measurement Four easy steps 1 Select a measurement mode 2 Set the desired measurement range or select a frequency range from the list of signal standards 3 Calibrate the tester 4 Connect the DUT Device Under Tes
60. ttery icon in the lower right corner of the front panel screen it indicates the approximate level of charge The LED on the battery indicates the remaining battery power Press SYS gt More gt Status to check the current battery voltage 14 N9330B User s Guide Getting Started 2 Charging a Battery CAUTION You may charge the battery both in the tester and in the external battery charger option BCG Connect the automotive adapter to the IT power outlet of your automobile with option 1DC for battery recharging You may recharge the battery in the N9330B while the tester is operating or when it is turned off 1 Install the battery in the tester 2 Plug in the correct AC DC adapter and switch external power on 3 The green LED indicating external power and charging status lights should turn on indicating that the battery is charging When the battery is fully charged the green charging LED turns off During charging and discharging the battery volt age current and temperature are monitored If any of the monitored conditions exceed their safety limits the battery will terminate any further charging or discharging until the error condition is corrected The charging time for a fully depleted battery is approximately four hours N9330B User s Guide 15 2 Getting Started Your first 10 minutes with the N9330B The N9330B is fitted with a TFT screen which is viewable under all ligh
61. us operation when fully charged Print screen button for quick screen capture and easy file saving onto the memory stick e Auto file naming makes editing file names fast and easy e The light sensor adjusts the display brightness according to the environment to save power USB interface for easy and fast file saving to PC or memory stick User definable power saving mode Back lit keys make you find the right keys darkness easily e Arc shaped handles and a rugged rubber casing ensure a comfortable and firm hold N9330B User s Guide 3 1 Overview Front Panel Overview Asien acti 02208 Caption Standby switch Brief Description Turns the tester On or Off 2 Function hardkeys Including hardkeys Mode FREQ DIST AMPTD MEAS VIEW SYS Hold Run Limit and Marker 3 Preset hardkey Returns the tester to a known state 4 Enter hardkey Confirms a selection or configuration 5 hardkey Enters a calibration procedure 6 ESC CLR hardkey Escapes from a procedure or clears characters or numbers 7 Save and Recall keys For file operation 8 Auto scale hardkey Sets the amplitude borders automatically 9 Print screen hardkey For quick screen capture 10 Knob Selects an option or edits a number 11 Brightness hardkey Adjusts the screen brightness 12 Buzze
62. w file name Use the numerical keypad to input characters numbers and symbols A single press on a numerical button inputs a decimal number Consecutive press on a numerical button selects a letter or symbol Recall a trace data To recall a trace data perform the following steps 1 Pressing Recall gt Recall Data accesses a dialog box for selecting the trace data to be recalled 2 Rotate the knob to select a trace data 3 Press ENTER hardkey to confirm the selection Trace data can be deleted from the trace data list in local memory by Press Delete Trace softkey to delete a trace data e Press Delete All to delete all the trace data from the list 44 N9330B User s Guide Using Functions 4 Recall an instrument setup The following steps show the steps to recall a stored instrument setup 1 Press Recall gt Recall Setup to bring up a dialog box for selecting which instrument setup is to be recalled 2 Rotate the knob to select the desired trace data 3 Press the ENTER hardkey to confirm your selection N9330B User s Guide 45 4 Using Functions Viewing system statistics 46 Check system status Pressing SYS gt More gt Status shows the primary information and current status of the tester including mode number current firmware version product serial number main board serial number and option status current calibration mode and status calibration

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