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HP E4440A User's Manual

1. Item Description Name 1 land Allow connection of an analog 1 Q demodulator not currently implemented Q Inputs 2 Softkeys Menu labels identifying the current function of each softkey appear to the left of each key Softkey menus dependent on the active menu Also see Using Menu Keys on page 49 3 ESC Key Exits any function without modifying the current parameters Also blanks the active function annotation 4 Control Keys Set parameters used for making measurements in the current measurement mode 5 Measure Key s Select and set up specific measurements within the current application 6 Mode Keys Select measurement mode and mode parameters 22 Chapter 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview Item Description Name 7 System Keys Access features used with all analyzer modes and affect the state of the entire spectrum analyzer 8 Vol Contro Notcurrently implemented To be implemented in future firmware upgrade Earphones 9 PROBEPWR Supplies power for external high frequency probes and accessories see page 83 10 Marker Keys Enable markers to obtain specific information about the displayed measurement 11 EXT TRIGGE Enables you to externally trigger measurements R INPUT 12 POWER Turns the analyzer on A green light indicates power on A yellow light indicates standby ON OFF mode
2. 68 transient limiters 68 active function 29 address IP 14 Agilent Technologies calling 74 alignments internal 16 alpha editor using 57 amplifiers 66 annotations display 24 application information 2 arrow keys using 35 battery information 12 broadband preamplifiers 66 C cable GPIB 67 Catalog Menu 46 catalogs definition 44 naming 57 clock battery 12 connectivity tools 7 connectors front panel 22 copy files 55 D data entering from front panel 35 DC probes use of 66 delete files 56 Dir Select key 47 Dir Up key 47 directories definition 44 directory creating 47 display annotations 24 display information screen 13 documentation additional set 61 CD ROM 7 CD ROM only 61 service 61 standard set 7 electrostatic discharge ESD protecting against 19 Enter key using 35 ESD safety accessories 68 examples frequency accuracy 41 signals viewing 37 external reference 10 MHz turning on 37 F factory preset description 36 file copying 55 file deleting 56 file formats 45 48 50 file menu functions 45 copy 55 delete 56 rename 54 save 48 50 52 file renaming 54 file saving 48 50 52 files naming 57 firmware upgrade information 2 frequency accuracy increasing 41 frequency count using 41 front panel connectors and keys 22 display annotations 24 entering data 35 symbols 31 G GPIB cable 67 information screen 13 informat
3. 8PSK modulation transmitter measurements EVM power vs time output RF spectrum transmit band spurs Requires Option B7 hardware 204 1xEV DO Measurement Personality Provides 1xEV transmitter measurements channel power ACPR intermodulati on spectrum emission mask occupied BW code domain power pilot EVM pilot QPSK EVM power statistics CCDF Requires Option B7 hardware 210 HSDPA Measurement Personality Provides High Speed Downlink Packet Access to support 16 QAM and modulation accuracy Requires Option BAF Requires Option B7 harware 211 TD SCDMA Measurement Personality Measures the power profile of TD SCDMA BTS and MS Requires Option B7 hardware 214 1xEV DV Supports 8 PSK and 16 QAM modulation analysis Requires Option B78 Includes measurements Composite Rho Code Domain tests Requires Option B7 hardware 219 Noise Figure Measurement Personality Provides noise figure measurements Limit lines Loss compensation E xtended frequency measures up down converters You need the preamp Option 1DS to have specified performance below 3 GHz 62 Chapter 5 Options and Accessories Options Option NUIDDOE Name Description 226 Phase Noise Measurement Provides phase noise measurements Personality Monitor spectrum Spot frequency Log plot 233 License for N5531A This option allows you to license your PSA to use
4. Installation and Setup Firmware Revision Firmware Revision To view the firmware revision of your analyzer press System More Show System If you call Agilent Technologies regarding your analyzer it is helpful tohavethis revision and the analyzer serial number available TIP You can get automatic electronic notification of new firmware releases and other product updates information by subscribing to the Agilent Technologies Test amp Measurement E Mail Notification Servicefor the PSA and ESA Series at http Awww agilent com find notifyme Chapter 1 15 Installation and Setup Running Internal Alignments Running Internal Alignments Each time the analyzer is powered on the internal alignment routine runs automatically The analyzer was shipped from the factory with the Alignments mode set to Auto This setting enables the alignment routine to run automatically either every 24 hours or when the internal analyzer temperature changes 3 C NOTE When the Alignment routine runs you will hear the attenuator settings changing which generates noise This is not an indication of trouble Manually Performing an Alignment If Auto Align Off is selected refer to the Specifications guide for the conditions required to maintain calibration NOTE For detailed information regarding the alignment routine including how to run alignments and how the analyzer can alert you when alignments are required refer to the User s guide for y
5. NOTE Thefront panel switch is a standby switch not a LINE switch disconnecting device the analyzer continues to draw power even when the line switch is in standby Usethe detachable power cord to disconnect the analyzer from the mains supply 13 Help Key Not currently implemented To be implemented in future firmware upgrade 14 Window Key Next Window On displays with multiple windows changes the highlighted window that is s currently active Zoom Zooms in on the highlighted window 15 Navigation Not currently implemented To be implemented in future firmware upgrade Keys 16 Return Key Exits the current menu and returns to the previous menu 17 Data Control Change the numeric value of an active function Entries appear in the active function s area of the display Also see Entering Data on page 49 18 Floppy Accepts a 3 5 inch 1 44 MB floppy disk Disk Drive 19 RF Input Input for an external signal Make sure that the total power of all signals at the analyzer input does not exceed 30 dBm 1 watt The E 4446A and E 4448A input connector is 2 4mm 20 IF Input 1st Allows connections for external mixing Option AY Z LO Output Chapter 2 23 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview Display Annotations EM TITLE RRP PPPS y P O y G 1 6 SA Agilent 14 90 05 O t 12 Atten 48 dB 26 97500000 GHz Frea Channel Center Freq Jo 9750000 GHz Start Freq 26 9648
6. The HP Agilent 11694A allows you to make measurements in 75 Ohm systems using an analyzer with a 50 Ohm input It is effective over a frequency range of 3 to 500 MHz AC Probe The Agilent 85024A high frequency probe performs in circuit measurements without adversely loading the circuit under test The probe has an input capacitance of 0 7 pF shunted by 1 MOhm of resistance and operates over a frequency range of 300 kHz to 3 GHz High probe sensitivity and low distortion levels allow measurements to be made whiletaking advantage of the full dynamic range of the spectrum analyzer AC Probe Low Frequency The Agilent 41800A low frequency probe has a low input capacitance and a frequency range of 5 Hz to 500 MHz Broadband Preamplifiers and Power Amplifiers Preamplifiers and power amplifiers can be used with your spectrum analyzer to enhance measurements of very low level signals TheAgilent 8447D preamplifier provides a minimum of 25 dB gain from 100 kHz to 1 3 GHz The Agilent 87405A preamplifier provides a minimum of 22 dB gain from 10 MHz to 3 GHz Power is supplied by the probe power output of the analyzer The Agilent 83006A preamplifier provides a minimum of 26 dB gain from 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz TheAgilent 85905A CATV 75 ohm preamplifier provides a minimum of 18 dB gain from 45 MHz to 1 GHz Power is supplied by the probe power output of the analyzer The 11909A low noise preamplifier provides a minimum of 32 dB gain
7. 50 52 saving bitmaps 45 48 50 trace files 45 48 50 screen annotation 24 screen information 13 service options 74 signals increasing accuracy 41 signals viewing 37 softkeys auto and man mode 35 softkeys basic types 35 software IntuiLink 7 static safety accessories 68 symbols in titles 57 symbols on front and rear panels 31 T tab key 30 table navigation 30 text entering 57 titles editing 57 transient limiter 68 turning on the analyzer for the first time 13 U unit softkeys using 35 URL PSA analyzers 2 Index 80
8. Inspection If There Is a Problem If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the container are incomplete Contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office to arrange for repair or replacement Table 6 2 on page 75 You will not need to wait for a claim settlement Keep the shipping materials for the carrier s inspection e f you must return an analyzer to Agilent Technologies use the original or comparable shipping materials see Returning an Analyzer for Service on page 76 8 Chapter 1 Installation and Setup Power Requirements Power Requirements The only physical installation of your Agilent spectrum analyzer is a connection to a power Source Line voltage does not need to be selected This analyzer does not contain customer serviceable fuses WARNING WARNING CAUTION Chapter 1 Failure to ground the analyzer properly can result in personal injury Before turning on the analyzer you must connect its protective earth terminals to the protective conductor of the main power cable Insert the main power cable plug into a socket outlet that has a protective earth contact only DO NOT defeat the earth grounding protection by using an extension cable power cable or autotransformer without a protective ground conductor If you are using an autotransformer make sure its common terminal is connected to the protective earth contact of the power source outlet socket This is a Safety Class 1
9. as specific as possible about the problem If you have recorded any error messages that appeared on the display have completed a functional test or have any other specific data on the performance of your analyzer please include a copy of this information Original Packaging Before shipping pack the unit in the original factory packaging materials if they are available If the original materials were not retained see Other Packaging below NOTE Install the transportation disk into the floppy drive to reduce the possibility of damage during transportation If the original transportation disk is not available a blank floppy may be substituted Other Packaging CAUTION Analyzer damage can result from using packaging materials other than those specified Never use styrene pellets in any shape as packaging materials They do not adequately cushion the equipment or prevent it from shifting in the carton They cause equipment damage by generating static electricity and by lodging in the analyzer louvers blocking airflow You can repackage the analyzer with commercially available materials as follows 1 Attach a completed service tag to the analyzer 2 Install the transportation disk or a blank floppy disk into the disk drive 3 Wrap the analyzer in antistatic plastic to reduce the possibility of damage caused by electrostatic discharge 4 Usea strong shipping container The carton must be both large enough and strong enough to a
10. can be auto coupled A pound st symbol in front of this annotation indicates an uncoupled function 26 Chapter 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Rear Panel Features Rear Panel Features PSAVI RP Item Description Name 1 NOISE SOURCE Provides 28 V to drive a noise source Used on Option 219 Noise Figure personality DRIVE OUT 28 V PULSED 2 PRESEL TUNE Outputs tuning voltage for preselected harmonic mixer OUT 3 10 MHz OUT A switched output of theanalyzer s internal 10 MHz frequency reference signal used SWITCHED to lock the frequency reference of other test equipment to the analyzer 4 EXT REF IN Input for a 1to 30 MHz external frequency reference signal Also see page 12 5 321 4 MHz IF Provides 321 4 MHz IF output Out 6 TRIGGER 1 OUT Atrigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the analyzer Trigger listhe High Sweeping HSWP signal 7 TRIGGER 2 IN Allows external triggering of measurements 8 VIDEO OUT Provides a y axis video out signal Note that this signal is not available when gating is being used 9 21 4 MHz IF OUT Provides 21 4 MHz IF output 10 SCSI This featureis for factory useonly Chapter 2 27 Front and Rear Panel Features Rear Panel Features Item Description Name 11 KYBD Enables connection of an external PS 2 keyboard using a 6 pin mini DIN connector Alwa
11. menu The only green key is the Preset key which performs an analyzer reset A summary of all front panel keys and their related menu keys can be found in user s guide for your analyzer Pressing most of the dark or light gray front panel keys accesses menus of functions that are displayed along the right side of the display These are called menu keys Menu keys list functions other than those accessed directly by the front panel keys To activate a menu key function press the key immediately to the right of the annotation on the screen The menu keys that are displayed depend on which front panel key is pressed and which menu level is enabled If a menu key function s value can be changed it is called an active function The function label of the active function is highlighted after that key has been selected For example press AMPLITUDE Y Scale This calls up the menu of related amplitude functions Note the function labeled Ref Level the default selected key in the Amplitude menu is highlighted Ref Level also appears in the active function block indicating that it is the active amplitude function and can now be changed using any of the data entry controls A menu key with On and Off in its label can be used to turn the menu key s function on or off To turn the function on press the menu key sothat On is underlined Toturn the function off press the menu key so that Off is underlined In the manual when On should be underlined it wi
12. not listed in the Path field change directories as follows a Press Dir Up or Dir Select and use the step keys or knob to highlight the desired desti nation directory b Press Dir Select and confirm your choice displayed inthe Patn field 7 Press Save Now or Save hardkey to save the file to the c Start location The message Saving Now is displayed during this operation For this example the status line displays C START TEST1 TRC file saved NOTE When saving to drive A never remove the floppy disk during the save operation To do so could corrupt all data on the floppy disk Chapter 4 51 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Loading a file 1 Reset the analyzer by pressing Preset Factory Preset if present 2 To access the Load menu press File Load 3 Select the type of file you want to load setup state trace limits or corrections I n this example you are loading a trace file press Type Trace NOTE Not all file types can beloaded back into the analyzer For example Screen files and CSV comma separated value files cannot be loaded CSV and Screen files are designed for use with a PC 4 Select the directory where your file is located In this example select the C START directory Use the front panel step keys knob Dir Up and or Dir Select keys to locate the directory 5 Select the file you want to load into the analyzer by moving the cursor with the front panel knob
13. or the Enter key Unit Softkeys Terminate a value that requires a unit of measurement Enter Key Terminates an entry when either no unit of measure is needed or you want to use the default unit Using Menu Keys Menu Keys which appear along the right side of the display provide access to many analyzer functions Here are examples of menu key types Toggle Allows you to activate deactivate states Example Toggles the selection underlined choice Signal Track h time you press the ke og Sach time you p y Submenu Displays a new menu of softkeys Example A submenu key allows you to view a new Catalog menu of softkeys related to the submenu key category Choice Allows you to make a selection from a list of values Example A A choice key displays the currently selected Y Axis Units Submenu choice in this example dBm dBm When the choice is made the submenu automatically returns Adjust Highlights the softkey and sets the active function E xampl es Press this type of key and enter a value CF Step 13 2550000 GHz Attenuation e default for softkeys with an automatic 10 00 dB Auto or manual Man choice is automatic Auto Man After you enter a value the selection changes to manual You can also press the softkey twice to change to manual Chapter 3 35 Making a Basic Measurement Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer Preset
14. press System Power On Preset Preset Type Factory Then press the green Preset key on the front panel T Is the measurement being performed and the results that are expected within the specifications and capabilities of the analyzer Refer tothe Specifications guide for your analyzer T If the analyzer is not communicating via the LAN connection check for the presence of blinking yellow LEDs on the rear panel LAN connector If the Rx receive LED is not blinking check the LAN cable and LAN integrity NOTE Theanalyzer must be powered on with the LAN already connected in order to recognize the LAN port q To meet specifications the analyzer must be aligned Either the Auto Align On feature must be selected press System Alignments Auto Align On or the analyzer must be manually aligned at least once every 24 hours or whenever the temperature changes more than 3 C When Auto Align On is selected the AA screen annotation appears on the left edge of the display 72 Chapter 6 In Case of Difficulty Before Calling Agilent Technologies I Perform an Alignment Press System Alignments Align Now All L1 If the previously performed alignments did not resolve the problem press System Alignments Restore Align Defaults Then press System Alignments Align All Now AQ Is the analyzer displaying an error message If so refer to the Instrument M essages and Functional Tests manual 11 If the necessary equipment is available
15. the Analyzer for the First Time on page 13 Printer Setup and Operation on page 17 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge on page 19 Running Internal Alignments on page 16 Safety nformation on page 20 Agilent Technologies Performance Spectrum Analyzer PSA coooood COCODOD Cooooodo ceoopooo St oo 2000 ooocdo poo 9 ooo pL a Chapter 1 Initial Inspection Installation and Setup Initial Inspection Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress Retain the shipping materials for future use as you may wish to ship the analyzer to another location or to Agilent Technologies for service Verify that the contents of the shipping container are complete The following table lists the items shipped with the analyzer Item Description Accessories IntuiLink Toolbar software CD ROM Provides a set of connectivity tools that enable you to easily move data from your analyzer to your PC Power Cable See Table 1 2 on page 11 Connection for power source Adapter E4446A and E4448A only 2 4 mmf to K f front panel connector adapter part number 1250 2187 Adapter E4446A and E4448A only 2 4 mmf to 2 4 mm f front panel connector adapter
16. the N5531A Measuring Receiver Measuring Receiver Software The software networks a power Software meter with the PSA The resulting system can be used as a substitute for the HP 8902A measuring receiver 235 80 MHz Digitizer External This calibration software runs on an external PC to generate a Calibration Wizard and file of correction factors for PSAs with option 122 You get License improved measurement accuracy using this correction file 241 Flexible Digital Modulation Provides flexible demodulating analysis for measuring many Analysis different formats of digital modulation induding MSK type 1 and type 2 EDGE QPSK and offset QPSK 8PSK BPSK DQPSK and Pi 4 DQPSK D8PSK QAM 16 32 64 128 256 FSK 2 4 8 states 266 Programming Code Lets you select one of three different modes that let you use a Compatibility Suite limited set of 8566 Series 8566B 8568B or 8590 Series programming commands These modes let you control the PSA Series analyzers with code from other spectrum analyzer families When these modes are enabled the instruments native SCPI commands are disabled if the remote language selected is not SCPI ANE Enhanced Memory Upgrade Replaces existing pc board providing additional memory for storing optional measurement personalities AYZ External Mixing Providesthe ability tousethe HP Agilent 11970 Series harmonic mixers and HP Agilent 11974 preselected harmonic mixers with the Agilent E4440A E4446A or E4448A anal
17. then note the 10MHz Out setting If Off is active underlined press the softkey to toggle the reference on 3 Connect the analyzer s rear panel 10 MHz OUT SWITCHED to the front panel input Setting Reference Level and Center Frequency NOTE The display examples in this section are made using various analyzer models you may see some variations depending upon your analyzer 4 Set the reference level to 10 dBm Press AMPLITUDE 10 dBm 5 Set the center frequency to 30 MHz Press FREQUENCY Center Freq 30 MHz The 10 MHz reference signal spectrum appears on the display as shown in Figure 3 1 NOTE The display examples in this book are made using various analyzer models you may see some variations depending upon your analyzer Chapter 3 37 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Figure 3 1 10 MHz Internal Reference Signal and Associated Spectrum 10 MHz Peak X Agilent 09 29 47 Sep 5 2000 Atten 20 dB n Center 30 8008808 MHz LgRv Setting Frequency Span 6 Set the frequency span to 50 MHz Press SPAN 5 0 MHz This displays the signal as shown in Figure 3 2 38 Chapter 3 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Figure 3 2 Span Changed to 50 MHz 10 MHz Peak Agilent 69 57 21 Sp 5 2000 50 00000000 MHz Reading Frequency amp Amplitude 7 Place a marker labeled 1 on the 10 MHz peak as shown in Figure 3 3 Press Peak Search Note that the frequency and amplitude of the marker a
18. to or destruction of the analyzer Do not proceed beyond a caution sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met Note calls out special information for the user s attention It provides operational information or additional instructions of which the user should be aware Additional Information For the latest information about this analyzer induding firmware upgrades application information and produc information see the following URL http www agilent com fi nd psa Contents 1 Installation and Setup INTER ae 2c cc et ina Spr RR teeny eeeS ee neeeees R eee Powe RE eS ccosncteitog stand pSAd dE GCAqibRAppxPGa s Pad RS SERE BL PENNE CUNT orretara ee PeDCUNPI IM P PEPE PO ESSE MN REUNIR Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time 2 2 2 2 0000 eee eee ees Why Aren t All the Personality Options Loaded in Memory Lus Usingan External Reece once cbusgtescsuce cede eteeseseusebeberdces Pith IGG tac cede ects OTIO TITO CR DER Running Internal ABOnmellbs uesdasdren dr esrb eR Tab Erbe i tuepP erased o Printer Setup and Operatii 2c erect noes sete tedneds Ge euees ees ee banbegen ees Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 000 cece eee ees Saey INO MALO Tr ETT 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel OVa view A na es see re IEE T LITT Front Pane Connectors and Keys 24 c1ccedaccsbaieereeeeteaseetdecees Display AmO OS nerea in EEE EEA EEE dE Rear Panel Pegs cre
19. 0 00 04 53 p i Hii OR Dir Select ilh lal t Chapter 4 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Copying a File 1 To access the Copy menu press File Copy This menu function brings up 2 directory boxes as described by the From and To fields located directly above the boxes Refer to Figure 4 9 Figure 4 8 Copy Menu X Agilent 12 55 57 Feb 7 2000 RL Copy File Copy Name RENAME TRC Copy Now Show Type All Type From C START ver Modified 01 20 00 Sort 01 20 00 01 20 00 02 07 00 Dir From To Modified 10640 12 36 99 17945 01 10700 13610 61 16 68 14342 01 10 00 Used 183kB Free 1240kB Dir Select Hal 2 Put a formatted floppy in the A drive 3 Select thetype of file you want to copy setup state trace limits screens or corrections In this example you are copying a trace file from thec drivetothea drive press Type Trace 4 Press Dir in the key menu to underline From Notice the From field just above the top directory box highlights the location from which you will be copying Using the navigation keys Dir Up Direct select step keys or front panel knob locate the C NSTART directory 5 Scroll to highlight the file displayed in the directory box from which you wish to copy In this example you will need to highlight the file RENAME 6 Press Dir in the key menu to underline To The To field just above the bottom directory box is highlighti
20. 0 Chapter 1 Table 1 2 AC Power Cords 8120 1351 8120 1703 8120 1369 8120 0696 8120 1378 8120 1521 8120 4753 8120 4754 8120 1689 8120 1692 8120 2104 8120 2296 8120 2956 8120 2957 8120 4211 8120 4600 8120 5182 8120 5181 Plug b Description Straight AS 3112 90 Straight NEMA 5 15P 90 Straight SEV Type 12 90 Straight SR 107 2 D a E earth ground L line and N neutral b Plug identifier numbers describe the plug only The part number is for the complete cable assembly Chapier 1 Length cm in 229 90 229 90 210 79 200 78 203 80 203 80 229 90 229 90 200 78 200 78 200 78 200 78 200 78 200 78 200 78 200 78 200 78 200 78 Cable Color Min Jade Gray Jade Gray Jade Gray Jade Gray Installation and Setup Power Requirements Option 900 United Kingdom Hong Kong Cyprus Nigeria Singapore Zimbabwe Option 901 Argentina Australia New Zealand Mainland China Option 903 United States Canada Brazil Colombia Mexico Philippines Saudi Arabia Taiwan Option 918 Japan Option 902 Continental Europe Central African Republic United Arab Republic Option 906 Switzerland Option 912 Denmark Option 917 South Africa India Option 919 Israel formt119 11 Installation and Setup Power Requirements Battery Information The analyzer uses a Lithium Polycar
21. 799 GHz Stop Freq 26 9851201 GHz CF Step 2 02401900 MHz Auta Man Freq Offset 18 886880800 MHz Signal Track On OFF Item Description Associated Function Keys 1 Detector type Det Demod Detector 2 Reference level Amplitude Ref Level 3 Active funcion block Refer to the description of the activated function 4 Screen title Display Title 5 Time and date display System Time Date 6 RF attenuation Amplitude Attenuation Display line Display Display Line 8 Marker Marker 9 Active marker Marker 10 Active marker frequency and Marker amplitude 24 Chapter 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview Item Description Associated Function Keys 11 Data invalid indicator Asterisk means some or all trace data may not match annotation due to possible analyzer setting changes 12 Status message area Displays status messages see Types of Spectrum Analyzer Messages on page 71 13 Key menu title Dependent on menu selection 14 Softkey menu Softkey labels 15 Frequency span or stop frequency Span or Frequency Stop Freq 16 Sweep time Sweep Sweep Time 17 Video bandwidth BW Video BW 18 Frequency offset Frequency Freq Offset 19 Display status line Displays informational and error messages see Types of Spectrum Analyzer M essages on page 71 20 Resolution bandwidth BW Res BW 21 Center frequency or start frequ
22. Electrostatic Discharge Association http www esda org The ESD standards developed by this agency are sanctioned by the American National Standards Institute ANSI Chapter 1 19 Installation and Setup Safety Information Safety Information WARNING 20 This is a Safety Class 1 Product provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord The mains plug shall be inserted only 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 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 Chapter 1 2 Front and Rear Panel Features This chapter gives you an overview of the front and rear panels of your analyzer For details on analyzer keys and remote programming refer to the User s and Programmer s Reference For connector specifications including input output levels see the Specifications guide 21 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview Front Panel Overview This section provides information on the analyzer s front panel including Front Panel Connectors and Keys see below Display Annotations on page 24 Front Panel Connectors and Keys
23. Getting Started Guide PSA Series Spectrum Analyzers This manual provides documentation for the following instruments E 4440A 3 Hz 26 5 GHz E4443A 3 Hz 6 7 GHz E 4445A 3 Hz 13 2 GHz E 4446A 3 Hz 44 GHz E 4448A 3 Hz 50 GHz E Agilent Technologies Manufacturing Part Number E4440 90242 Supersedes E 4440 90229 Printed in USA August 2004 Copyright 2001 2004 Agilent Technologies I nc WARNING CAUTION NOTE Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Agilent Technologies makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual Familiarize yourself with the symbols and their meaning before operating this analyzer Warning denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure which if not 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 Caution denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage
24. Product provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord The mains plug shall only be inserted 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 To prevent electrical shock disconnect the Agilent Technologies spectrum analyzer from mains before cleaning Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts Do not attempt to clean internally VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS When installing the product in a cabinet the convection into and out of the product must not be restricted The ambient temperature outside the cabinet must be less than the maxi mum operating temperature of the product by 4 C for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet If the total power dissipated in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts then forced convection must be used This analyzer has autoranging line voltage input Be surethe supply voltage is within the specified range Installation and Setup Power Requirements NOTE For more information regarding analyzer specifications see the Specifications guide Table 1 1 Power Requirements Description Specifications Voltage 100 to 132 Vrms 47 to 66 Hz 360 to 440Hz Frequency 195 to 250 Vrms 47 to 66 Hz Power Consumption On Base Fully Loaded lt 260 W lt 450 W Power Cons
25. W CDMA transmitter measurements channel power ACPR ACLR intermodulation multi carrier power spectrum emission mask occupied BW code domain power modulation accuracy composite EVM QPSK EVM power statistics CCDF Requires Option B7 hareware 64 Chapter 5 Options and Accessories Options Option wage NOIDDOE Name Description K6 Commercial Calibration Provides the factory calibration test data and the standard E with Test Data commercial calibration certificate at initial shipment W30 3 Year Warranty Service A total of 3 years of warranty service support This adds a 2 year Support service contract to the base analyzer 1 year warranty W50 5 Year Warranty Service A total of 5 years of warranty service support This adds a 4 year Support service contract to the base analyzer 1 year warranty a Available only at time of purchase Chapter 5 65 Options and Accessories Accessories Accessories A number of accessories are available from Agilent Technologies to help you configure your analyzer for your specific applications They can be ordered through your local Agilent Sales and Service Office and are listed below 50 Ohm 75 Ohm Minimum Loss Pad The HP Agilent 11852B is alow VSWR minimum loss pad that allows you to make measurements on 75 Ohm devices using an analyzer with a 50 Ohm input It is effective over a frequency range of dc to 2 GHz 75 Ohm Matching Transformer
26. YZ external mixing up to 75 GHz Preselection reduces mixer overload from broadband signals reduces radiation of local oscillator harmonics back to the device under test and reduces the level of image and multiple responses displayed The following four models are available Table 5 2 HP Agilent Model Frequency Range Number 11974A 26 5 to 40 0 GHz 11974Q 33 0 to 50 0 GHz 11974U 40 0 to 60 0 GHz 11974V 50 0 to 75 0 GHz RF and Transient Limiters The Agilent 11867A and 11693A RF Limiters protect the analyzer input circuits from damage due to high power levels The 11867A operates over a frequency range of dc to 1800 MHz and begins reflecting signal levels over 1 mW up to 10 W average power and 100 watts peak power The 11693A microwave limiter 0 1 to 12 4 GHz usable to 18 GHz guards against input signals over 1 milliwatt up to 1 watt average power and 10 watts peak power The Agilent 11947A Transient Limiter protects the analyzer input circuits from damage due to signal transients It specifically is needed for use with a line impedance stabilization network LISN It operates over a frequency range of 9 kHz to 200 MHz with 10 dB of insertion loss Static Safe Accessories 9300 0797 3M static control mat 0 6 m x 1 2 m 2 ft x 4 ft with a 4 6 cm 15 ft ground wire Does not include wrist strap or cord 9300 1367 Wrist strap color black stainless steel Four adjustable links and a 7 mm post type conn
27. bon Monofloride battery to power the analyzer clock The battery is located on the CPU board You can order the service documentation for Agilent spectrum analyzers through your Agilent Sales and Service office The documentation is described under Options on page 61 NOTE If the analyzer s clock does not work the problem is the battery See Returning an Analyzer for Service on page 76 WARNING Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions DO NOT THROW BATTERIES AWAY BUT COLLECT AS SMALL CHEMICAL WASTE sk780a 12 Chapter 1 Installation and Setup Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time Q Plugin the power cord WARNING If this product is to be energized via an external auto transformer for voltage reduction make sure that its common terminal is connected to a neutral earthed pole of the power supply CAUTION The analyzer is shipped with a a transportation disk inserted in the disk drive to prevent damage to the disk drive during transportation This transportation disk or a blank floppy disk should be inserted in the disk drive whenever transporting the analyzer Do noct leave a disk in the front panel disk drive while turning the analyzer on Also ensure that the transportation disk is removed from the drive NOTE Do not
28. ccommodate the analyzer A double walled corrugated cardboard carton with 159 kg 350 Ib bursting strength is adequate Allow at least 3 to 4 inches on all sides of the analyzer for packing material 76 Chapter 6 In Case of Difficulty Returning an Analyzer for Service 5 Surround the equipment with three to four inches of packing material and prevent the equipment from moving in the carton If packing foam is not available the best alternative is S D 240 Air Cap from Sealed Air Corporation Hayward California 94545 Air Cap looks like a plastic sheet filled with 1 1 4 inch air bubbles Use the pink colored Air Cap to reduce static electricity Wrapping the equipment several times in this material should both protect the equipment and prevent it from moving in the carton 6 Seal the shipping container securely with strong nylon adhesive tape 7 Mark the shipping container FRAGILE HANDLE WITH CARE to assure careful handling 8 Retain copies of all shipping papers Chapter 6 77 In Case of Difficulty Returning an Analyzer for Service 78 Chapter 6 Index Numerics 10 MHz reference turning on 37 50 ohm 75 ohm minimum loss pad 66 75 ohm matching transformer 66 A AC probe 66 Accessories 66 accessories 50 ohm 75 ohm minimum loss pad 66 75 ohm matching transformer 66 AC probe 66 broadband preamplifiers 66 GPIB cable 67 harmonic mixers 67 preselected millimeter mixers 68 RF limiters
29. ce cannot beimported into other applications or converted If you require the use of other applications for example Microsoft amp Word or Microsoft amp Excel be sure to save your files as gif or wmf formats using Screen for your file Type Chapter 4 45 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files File Menu Functions Press File Catalog to bring up a screen display as shown in Figure 4 1 Figure 4 1 Catalog Menu Softkey Menu Agilent 12 44 35 Feb 7 2008 RL Catalog Catalog Name Show Type All Entry Fields Path Gs Modified 01 28 88 all lelali zsil a 61 26 08 01 30 p U 01 20 00 04 45 p Directory TU 01 20 00 04 45 p Information Box ul 01 20 00 04 45 p 81 28 00 04 45 p 01 20 00 04 45 p 81 28 00 04 45 p 01 2 80 04 45 p 81 28 80 04 45 p 01 2 80 4 45 p 81 28 88 5p z Dir Select Drive Space Free 1144kB Information pl72e NOTE Use the front panel Step Keys or Knob and the Dir Up or Dir Select keys to move up and down within the directory information box 1 The entry fields show the parameters for the files viewed Entry fields that are being modified or are modifiable are indicated by highlighting inverse video Each file menu function has its own unique set of entry fields pertaining to that function Below arethe fields listed under the catalog key a Name field states the filename b Show Type field displays the type of files viewed C Path field displays the drive and d
30. connect anything else to the analyzer yet m Press the power switch located in the lower left hand corner of the analyzer s front panel to turn the analyzer on See Front Panel Overview on page 22 NOTE Theinstrument requires 22 minutes to power on Information Screen An information screen appears during the initialization process The information screen contains the analyzer product number and a URL for accessing product support information on the World Wide Web See Additional Information on page 2 NOTE Theinformation screen displays for approximately 10 seconds before the initialization process is complete Record the firmware revision and serial number and keep it for reference If you should ever need to call Agilent Technologies for service or with any questi ons regarding your analyzer it will be helpful to havethis information readily available You can also obtain the firmware revision and serial number by pressing System More Show System Chapter 1 13 Installation and Setup Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time Q If using LAN set the IP address of the analyzer to an appropriate number for your network one that the network recognizes but that is not yet in use Press System Config I O and note the IP address f the current address is not appropriate press IP Address and use the keypad to change it Connect theLAN cabletothe LAN connector located on the rear panel of your analyzer s
31. d view files on page 45 e save a file on page 48 For more information on catalogs and files see the Measurement guide 44 Chapter 4 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files File Menu Functions File Menu Functions This chapter describes how to use the functions located under the front panel File key Data storage and retrieval are handled similarly to that of personal computers PCs Like PCs these analyzers include an internal storage drive and a floppy disk drive both of which have directory and sub directory capability You will learn how to do all of the following locate and view files in the catalog format a floppy disk savea file load a file rename a file copy a file delete a file NOTE The display examples in this book are made using various analyzer models you may see some variations depending upon your analyzer Locating and viewing files in the catalog Techniques for locating files and directories are consistent throughout the various file menu functions Although this section provides specific information about navigation in the catalog you may wish to refer back tothis section when performing other operations of the file menu Theanalyzer has three default catalogs directories State which stores analyzer settings Trace which stores trace information Screen which stores screen captures of the display in gif or wmf format NOTE Trace files are not bitmap files Files saved as Tra
32. dds an alternative 80 MHz wide IF path for making Digitizer measurements Additional measurement accuracy can be achieved using the External Calibration Wizard Option 235 or with the 89600 Vector Signal Analyzer Application calibration The 80 MHz functionality is available as part of the added Basic Mode Basic Mode includs the measurements spectrum frequency domain waveform time domain 123 Switchable Microwave Allows you to bypass the tuned filter at the input of the spectrum Preselector Bypass analyzer when making measurements in the 3 26 5 GHz range This improves the sensitivity and increases the available measurement dynamic range However it allows the analyzers internal mixing products and image response signals to be visible on the display in addition to the actual desired signal response Chapter 5 61 Options and Accessories Options Option Number Name Description 124 Y axis Video Output Provides a Oto 1 V signal that corresponds to the bottom and top of the display graticule respectively The output voltage tracks the Y axis position of thetrace data whilethe analyzer is sweeping This output is similar to the 8566B Video Out 202 GSM with EDGE Measurement Personality General transmitter measurement transmit power Provides GSM GMSK modulation transmitter measurements power vs time phase and frequency error output RF spectrum transmit band spurs Provides EDGE
33. e latest information on Agilent Spectrum Analyzer options and upgrade kits visit the following Internet URL http www agilent com find sa_upgrades Accessories see page 66 Order accessories through your local Agilent Sales and Service Office 60 Chapter 5 Options and Accessories Options Options Option Ru Number Name Description 0BO Manual Set on CD ROM The documentation CD ROM contains the standard Only documentation set as well as Adobe Acrobat Reader with Search Additional Manual Set An additional set of the standard documentation shipped with OB1 the analyzer See Initial Inspection on page 7 for information about the standard documentation set Service Documentation The Service guide describes assembly level troubleshooting OBW procedures provides a parts list and documents post repair procedures 1CM Rack Mount Kit Indudes rack mount flanges and hardware U sed to rack mount analyzers without front handles available as P N 5063 9215 1CN Front HandleKit Available as P N 5063 9228 Rack Mount Kit with Includes the parts necessary to rack mount an analyzer with 1CP Handles front handles attached available as P N 5063 9222 Indudes handles 1CR Rack Slide Kit Available as P N E4406 60115 Rack slides allow the analyzer to be pulled out while the analyzer is secured to the rack 1DS Preamplifier An internal preamplifier assembly Frequency Range 100 kHz to 3 GHz 122 80 MHz Bandwidth A
34. ection 9300 0980 Wrist strap cord 1 5 m 5 ft 9300 1308 ESD heel strap reusable 6 to 12 months 68 Chapter 5 6 In Case of Difficulty This chapter includes information on how to check for a problem with your Agilent Technologies spectrum analyzer and how to return it for service If you experience a problem or would like additional information about your analyzer Agilent Technologies worldwide organization is ready to provide the support you need 69 In Case of Difficulty Before calling Agilent Technologies however or returning an analyzer for service perform the quick checks listed in Check the Basics on page 72 This check may eliminate the problem If a problem persists you may choose to Repair the analyzer yourself See Service Options on page 74 Return theanalyzer to Agilent Technologies for repair See Returning an Analyzer for Service on page 76 for more information WARNING No operator serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers NOTE If the analyzer is still under warranty or is covered by a maintenance contract it will be repaired under the terms of the warranty or plan the warranty is located at the front of this manual If the analyzer is nolonger under warranty or is not covered by an Agilent Technologies maintenance plan Agilent Technologies will notify you of the cost of the repair after examining t
35. ee Rear Panel Features on page 27 Cydethe analyzer power NOTE It is necessary to cyde the power to the analyzer after plugging in the LAN for the analyzer to recognize the network T Allow the spectrum analyzer to warm up for 30 minutes before making a calibrated measurement To meet its specifications the analyzer must meet operating temperature conditions NOTE It is normal to hear dicking when the Auto Alignment function is on See Running I nternal Alignments on page 16 for more information Why Aren t All the Personality Options Loaded in Memory Many measurement personality options are available for use with this instrument If the option is loaded in the instrument you must also have a license key entered to use it Some versions of instrument hardware my not have enough memory to accommodate all the options that you have ordered If this is the case you will need to swap the applications in out of memory as needed It may also be possible to upgrade your hardware to have more memory Contact your local sales service office Using an External Reference 1 Tousean external frequency reference connect it tothe EXT REF IN connector on the rear panel see Rear Panel Features on page 27 2 Enter the frequency of the external reference into the analyzer a Press System Reference Freq Ref b Select the Ext function c Use the keypad to enter the frequency of the external frequency reference 14 Chapter 1
36. ency Frequency Center Freq Or Start Freq 22 Internal preamp Amplitude Int Preamp 23 Auto alignment routine status System Alignments Auto align If auto alignment is off no indicator appears AA auto alignment of all AL analyzer alerts you analyzer parameters when alignment is needed 24 Trigger or Trace Trig or Trace Avg Trigger amp sweep modes Trace modes F free run trigger W dear write X external front trigger S store blank R external rear trigger m minimum hold L line trigger M maximum hold v video trigger v view c continuous sweep 1 trace 1 S single sweep 2 trace 2 3 trace 3 25 Average Trace Avg Average The VAvg voltage average number shown indicates LgAv log power average current average number PAvg power average 26 Display line annotation Display Display Line 27 Amplitude offset Amplitude Ref Lvl Offst 28 Amplitude scale Amplitude Scale Type or Amplitude Scale Div Chapter 2 25 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview Item Description Associated Function Keys 29 Phase noise optimization Auto Couple PhNoise Opt Phase noise can be optimized for 50k frequencies less than 50 kHz from carrier gt 50k frequencies greater than 50 kHz from carrier FTun LO for fast tuning 30 Sweep type Sweep Sweep Type 31 Signal track Frequency Signal Track could also be CP Continuous Peak Peak Search Continuous Pk a This function
37. ered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association 31 Front and Rear Panel Features Front and Rear Panel Symbols 32 Chapter 2 3 Making a Basic Measurement This chapter provides information on basic analyzer operation For more information on making measurements see the measurement guide for your analyzer 33 Making a Basic Measurement This chapter is divided into the following sections Using the Front Panel on page 35 Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer on page 36 Viewing a Signal on page 37 CAUTION Ensurethat the total power of all signals at the analyzer input does not exceed 30 dBm 1 watt Basic Assumption The material in this chapter is presented with the assumption that you understand the front and rear panel layout and display annotations of your analyzer If you do not refer to Front and Rear Panel Features on page 21 NOTE The display examples in this book are made using various analyzer 34 models you may see some variations depending upon your analyzer Chapter 3 Making a Basic Measurement Using the Front Panel Using the Front Panel Entering Data When setting measurement parameters there are several ways to enter or modify the value of the active function Knob Increments or decrements the current value Arrow Keys Increments or decrements the current value Numeric Keypad Enters a specific value Then press the desired terminator either a unit softkey
38. et 5000GN PCL3 5 yes HP Professional Series 2500CM PCL3 yes HP Professional Series 2500CM PCL3 yes Chapter 1 17 Installation and Setup Printer Setup and Operation Interconnection and Setup 1 Turn off the printer and the analyzer 2 Using an IEEE 1284 compliant parallel printer cable connect the printer to the analyzer parallel I O interface connector on the rear panel see Rear Panel Features on page 27 3 Turn on the analyzer and printer 4 On the front panel press Print Setup then press the Printer Setup menu key 5 Select the printer language and color capability appropriate for your printer See table above this section for a list of some compatible printers Testing Printer Operation When you have completed the printer setup for the analyzer press the front panel Print key If the printer is ready and the printer setup was successful a printout of the analyzer display will be printed If the printer is not ready the message Printer not responding appears at the bottom of the screen NOTE There may be some small discrepancies in the color mapping of the analyzer display to your color printer Due to differences in display and printer technologies the default display colors do not map exactly to the printer colors For example trace 1 is yellow on your analyzer display while it maps to green on your printer 18 Chapter 1 Installation and Setup Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge P
39. eys to highlight the file name Press Delete Now The message Deleting file pops up on the display during the operation Upon completion the status bar reads C NSTARTNRENAME TRC file deleted Your file is now deleted and is no longer visible in the directory displayed on your analyzer Chapter 4 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Using the Alpha Editor Using the Alpha Editor The Alpha Editor enables you to select letters to enter a name for a file or directory File Rename for example 1 Use the More keys to display the softkey that lists the character you want Each softkey has several characters on it 2 When you press a softkey its characters are displayed on individual softkeys 3 Select the one you want Chapter 4 57 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Using the Alpha Editor 58 Chapter 4 5 Options and Accessories This chapter lists options and accessories available for your analyzer 59 Options and Accessories Ordering Options and Accessories Ordering Options and Accessories Options and accessories help you configure the analyzer for your specific applications and enable you to use the analyzer Options see page 61 Unless specified otherwise all options are available when you order a spectrum analyzer some options are also available as kits that you can order and install after you receive the analyzer Order kits through your local Agilent Sales and Service Office For th
40. from 9 kHz to 1 GHz and atypical noise figure of 1 8 dB 66 Chapter 5 Options and Accessories Accessories GPIB Cable For use with Option A4H The Agilent 10833 Series GPIB cables interconnect GPIB devices and are available in four different lengths 0 5 to 4 meters GPIB cables are used to connect controllers to a spectrum analyzer USB GPIB Cable For use with Option A4H The Agilent 82357A USB GPIB interface provides a direct connection from the USB port on your laptop or desktop PC to GPIB instruments It comes with the SICL and VISA software for Windows 98 SE M e 2000 XP Using VISA software your existing GPIB programs work immediately without modification The 82357A is a standard Plug and Play device and you can interface with up to 14 GPIB instruments HP Agilent 11970 Series Harmonic Mixers The 11970 Series harmonic mixers are available to extend the frequency range of analyzers with Option AYZ external mixing up to 110 GHz The following six models are available Table 5 1 HP Agilent Model Frequency Range Number 11970K 18 0 to 26 5 GHz 11970A 26 5 to 40 0 GHz 11970Q 33 0 to 50 0 GHz 11970U 40 0 to 60 0 GHz 11970V 50 0 to 75 0 GHz 11970W 75 0to 110 GHz Chapter 5 67 Options and Accessories Accessories HP Agilent 11974 Series Preselected Millimeter Mixers 11974 Series preselected millimeter mixers are available to extend the frequency range of analyzers with Option A
41. g Frequency Accuracy 10 While not all of the zeros following the decimal in the active function block are significant the numbers after the decimal in the marker annotation upper right corner of screen are significant To increase the accuracy of the frequency reading in the marker annotation turn on the frequency count function a Press Mkr Fctn The Marker Fctn softkeys appear b Press Marker Count The Marker Count softkeys appear 11 Note softkey Marker Count On Off If Off is underlined press the softkey to toggle marker count on As shown in Figure 3 5 e The marker annotation changes from Mkri to Cntr1 e The displayed resolution in the marker annotation improves NOTE When you usethe frequency count function if the ratio of the resolution bandwidth to the span is less than 0 002 the following message appears on the display Freq Count Reduce Span RBW ratio This indicates that the resolution bandwidth is too narrow 12 Press Marker gt Mkr gt CF to move the 10 MHz peak to the center of the display Valid Marker Count Range 13 Movethe marker down the skirt of the 10 MHz peak Note that although the readout in the active function changes as long as the marker is at least 26 dB abovethe noise the counted value upper right corner of display does not change see Figure 3 6 For an accurate count the marker does not have to be at the exact peak NOTE Marker count functions properly only on CW signals or di
42. he analyzer 70 Chapter 6 In Case of Difficulty Types of Spectrum Analyzer Messages Types of Spectrum Analyzer Messages The analyzer can generate various messages that appear on the display during operation For a complete list of soectrum analyzer messages see the Instrument Messages and Functional Tests manual The following table describes the four types of spectrum analyzer messages Table 6 1 Types of Messages Type of Message Location Notes Informational messages Bottom of the Messages will remain until the typically provide verification display in the message is cleared by pressing that an action has occurred In general no user intervention is status line in green on analyzers Esc or Preset or is overwritten by another message action is currently being performed required with a color display Pop up messages prompt you Middle of the Message remains until you to verify that an action will be display in a acknowledge the prompt or the performed or tell you that an framed box action is completed Status messages indicate a condition that may result in erroneous data being displayed Multiple status messages may be displayed at the same ti me Right side of the display and or in the SCPI Status Register system Most messages remain only until the erroneous condition is corrected User Error messages appear when an attempt has been made to set a parameter incorrectly or an o
43. ias erba betexhptex RI LERE EYE gees 66 750hm Matching Transfo mer iu iaauruoluebue qr E En p RR e SERES RR XS 66 C Mg o errioaren c Avere 66 AC Probe Low Frequency Desesessvau eed x Ere pde ENERET pes pP eds 66 Broadband Preamplifiers and Power Amplifiers lusus 66 OPRET ADG essa bc RERGer PRU eee eee eee MEN ES S cee ee eee E RE 67 USB GPIB E IUE cauaxsadeshidseucaVRcc4APARaXae id RAER RE seaward 67 HP Agilent 11970 Series Harmonic Mixers 0 000 e eee eee 67 HP Agilent 11974 Series Preselected Millimeter Mixers 00055 68 RF and Transient LIMIE iu oa os ee ous egos 229590095992 dd29 2E Edi 68 Static Safe ACCOSSUIIOS ces c encase raro urap tat EANA aE are p AERA 68 6 In Case of Difficulty Types of Spectrum Analyzer Messages 0 0 ccc ees 71 Before Calling Agilent Technologies 2 00 c eee eee 72 Cheke Bate oaa didi EE EROR EA ERR ORC desde dues eeeeneearess 72 Puce Lule Wanay na orsa cione dien aed ded nb e nee HOSES ee hee eased 74 Service QPI S ic dusesdeeccatese ete dens ese d E h bes ee betes E E oA 74 Calling Agilent Technologies 262624659 naana nannaa aaa 74 Returning an Analyzer for Service 22 cs ccescsc ese anaa 76 l Installation and Setup Installation and Setup This chapter provides the following information that you may need when you first receive your spectrum analyzer Initial Inspection on page 7 Power Requirements on page 9 Turning on
44. ide you with complete support for your analyzer To obtain servicing information or to order replacement parts contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office listed in Table 6 2 on page 75 In any correspondence or telephone conversations refer to your analyzer by its product number full serial number and firmware revision Press System More 1 of 3 Show System and the product number serial number and firmware revision information will be displayed on your analyzer screen A serial number label is also attached to the rear panel of the analyzer 74 Chapter 6 Table 6 2 Contacting Agilent Technologies Online assistance www agilent com find assist United States tel 1 800 452 4844 Canada tel 1 877 894 4414 fax 905 282 6495 Europe tel 31 20 547 2323 fax 31 20 547 2390 Chapter 6 Latin America tel 305 269 7500 fax 305 269 7599 J apan tel 81 426 56 7832 fax 81 426 56 7840 Australia tel 1 800 629 485 fax 61 3 9210 5947 In Case of Difficulty Before Calling Agilent Technologies New Zealand tel 0 800 738 378 fax 64 4 495 8950 Asia Pacific tel 852 3197 7777 fax 852 2506 9284 75 In Case of Difficulty Returning an Analyzer for Service Returning an Analyzer for Service Service Tag When you arereturning an analyzer to Agilent Technologies for service fill out and attach one of the blue service tags provided at the end of this chapter Please be
45. ighlighted NOTE Navigation keys Use the front panel Step Keys or Knob and the Dir Up or Dir Select keys to move around in the directory information box 4 Thedrive space line shows the number of bytes used on the drive and the number of bytes still free on the drive Creating a directory Directories and sub directories can be created on both the A floppy disc and the internal C drive This allows maximum flexibility in organizing files For this example we will create a directory on the C drive 1 Press File More 1 of 2 Create Dir Your screen should look similar to Figure 4 1 except the entry fields will be Dir Name and Path and the Heading will read Directories 2 Navigate through the file system until the Path field displays CA Use the Step K eys Knob Dir Up and or Dir Select keys 3 Press Name and enter the name START using the Alpha Editor The numeric keypad is also available for the filename Press Enter hardkey when theDir Name field contains this directory title Use the Bk Sp hardkey on the front panel to make corrections 4 Press Create Dir Now to execute the operation The message Creating Directory appears on the screen Then the status bar displays Directory C NSTART created 5 To make a sub directory scroll down to the START directory you just created and press Dir Select The Path field should now read C START Repeat Steps 3 and 4 above using a new name The status bar now shou
46. ion additional 2 internal alignments 16 IntuiLink software 7 IP address 14 K key overview 29 keypad using 35 keys 22 knob using 35 L LAN setting IP address 14 limiters RF and transient 68 M manuals ordering 61 manuals standard set 7 marker frequency and amplitude reading 39 moving to peak 39 to reference level 39 with knob or arrow key 39 turning off 41 marker annotation change with frequency count 41 location 39 menu keys 29 missing options 14 mixers External Mixing Option AYZ 63 harmonic 67 preselected millimeter 68 moving data from analyzer 7 data to PC 7 N navigating catalogs 46 files 46 tables 30 Navigation keys 46 47 numeric keypad using 35 Oo options not in instrument memory 14 overview keys and key menus 29 P packaging 76 parallel interface connector 28 PC connectivity 7 Index 79 Index personality options not in URL sales and service 75 instrument 14 user preset power amplifiers 66 creating 36 preamplifiers 66 description 36 preset disabling 36 factory 36 types 36 Ww user creating 36 printer setup 17 probes AC and DC 66 product information 2 warm up time 14 warranty 74 R rear panel symbols 31 rear panel features 27 reference level setting 39 reference turning on 10 MHz 37 rename files 54 RF limiters 68 RPG using 35 RS 232 interface connector 28 S save files 48
47. irectory location of the files The directory information box displays the drives directories and or files currently described in the entry fields Highlighting a row of information selects that location and updates the entry fields There are four column headings in this area of the display They are described as follows a Name column states the drive A or c if at the top level on the drive directory name or filename Chapter 4 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files File Menu Functions b Type column displays the extension of the filename for example SET STA TRC Directories are displayed as DIR and drives have nothing listed under Type They are only designated by the Name column A or C C Size column displays the size of the file in bytes d Modified column displays the date and time the last change occurred 3 The softkey menu has four options a Type allows you to choose the type of file you wish to view You may view all types by using the All key under Type b Sort Under the Sort key you can sort by any of the four columns and you can choose up ascending or down descending C Dir Up moves you up one directory level If you are already at the top level this key moves you up tothe drive level displaying the available disk drives d Dir Select moves you down into the highlighted directory or up intothe next level directory or drive if the under the Name column is h
48. iscrsarnitii pti eb eles dee es RE PASEE REE PETS ER K Cee MP shoe betes ee hase outset a ea a anaa a cuss Front and Rear Panel Symbols ca dc acewiencadsacdadest RASEARARGA GR SEE REA d 3 Making a Basic Measurement Usmo the Front Panel sos 3 qudd aud ic ae ak OC ERRERA a REE ee seert ea ROONEY Veng Menu Reys q rrrrm Presetling the spectrum Analyzer 2 2siess lt cese ces ese seh eecsicticereeeats Creatinga User Preset dus os buck ttiv on es P QN EITEN SA AEREE es E ER VIENI ITALIA 2 yee rign okey bias ghee tes 230 oe ded Arii 50224627 4 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files File Mend FUNCHONS lt 2 c20 lt netxten testes cesegudse PS RE Addi Bet esed xe EE Locating and viewing files in the catalog 000 cece eee emer shoe eed be RED bey ieee ERE OEREMUE ERI AREE c dnrig Mencvvcrc rre Step 1 Set up the analyzer trace 2 ch eccecwionscottecs ese asebeeswoeseeses Sep 2 Save IE DM a sux os base dti qudd us eb eV I HIA OE oa ceo Bl gnsbi Sew MM Renaming a File auonuastun n anRRAXSRARPq PARASAZQESUA LE RARI CLASE RR EEG s cR RO Tv T RaR Bie aele Au uoa da see dc aoi ades ew dich ace d de o WC Rica doi ede de dod eee eae Dang ie Alpha EUH 2 vote e eset ee eee pee bese ese eerste esses cease ease 5 Options and Accessories Ordering Options and Accessories eee nh hn Contents docs TTE 61 sr oe DeC rere 66 sDoOhnmv7s ohm Minimum LOSS Pad c
49. ld read Directory C START new name created Chapter 4 47 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Saving a File You can save files Setups states traces limits corrections measurement results or screens to a floppy disk A or the internal drive CA In this example you will save a trace to the internal C drive NOTE Trace files are not bitmap files Files saved as Trace cannot be imported into other applications or converted If you require the use of other applications for example Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel be sure to save your files as gif or wmf formats using Screen for your file Type Step 1 Set up the analyzer trace 1 Perform a factory preset by pressing Preset Factory Preset if present 2 Turn on the internal 50 MHz alignment signal of the analyzer as follows Press Input Output Input Port Amptd Ref 3 Set the center frequency to 50 MHz by pressing press FREQUENCY Center Freq 50 MHz 4 Set the span to 75 MHz by pressing SPAN Span 75 MHz The reference signal will appear on the display 5 View trace 1 and put it into maximum hold by pressing View Trace Max Hold Trace 1 should already by underlined but if not press Trace 1 2 3 until 1is underlined and then press Max Hold Your analyzer display should look similar to Figure 4 3 Figure 4 2 Viewing Trace 1 Agilent 17 34 38 Feb 24 2000 RL Trace Rtten 18 dB VBH 1 MHz 48 Chapter 4 Viewing Cata
50. ll beindicated as Function On A funcion with Auto and Man in the label can either be auto coupled or haveits value manually changed The value of the function can be changed manually using the numeric keypad knob or step keys To auto couple a function press the menu key so that Auto is underlined In the manual when Auto should be underlined it will be indicated as Function Auto In some key menus one key label will always be highlighted to show which key has been selected For example when you press Marker you will access a menu of keys in which some of the keys are grouped together by a blue bar on the left side of the menu The Normal key which is the Marker menu default key will be highlighted When you press another key within the blue bar region such as Delta the highlight will movetothat key to show it has been selected Chapter 2 29 Front and Rear Panel Features Key Overview In other key menus one key label will always be highlighted to show which key has been selected but the menu is immediately exited when a selection is made For example when you press the Orientation key on the Print Setup menu it will bring up its own menu of keys The Portrait key which is the Orientation menu default key will be highlighted When you press the Landscape key the highlight will move to that key to show it has been selected and the screen will return to the Print Setup menu The arrow keys located below the analyzer displa
51. logs and Saving Files Saving a File 6 Activate trace 2 and put it into minimum hold by pressing Trace 2 Min Hold Your analyzer display should look similar to Figure 4 4 Figure 4 3 Viewing Traces 1 and 2 3 Agilent 17 39 41 Feb 24 2000 RL Trace VBH 1 MHz 7 Activatetrace 3 by pressing Trace 3 Clear Write Your analyzer display should look similar to Figure 4 5 Chapter 4 49 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Figure 4 4 Viewing Traces 1 2 and 3 3 Agilent 16 26 29 Jan 5 2000 Trace Trace 3 Clear Write Max Hold Min Hold View Blank More VBH 1 MHz 1 of 2 Step 2 Save the file 1 To access the Save menu press File Save 2 Select the type of file you want to save In this example you are saving a trace press Type Trace NOTE Trace files are not bitmap files Files saved as Trace cannot be imported into other applications or converted If you require the use of other applications for example Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel be sure to save your files as gif or wmf formats using Screen for your file Type 3 Select the trace you wish to save 1 2 3 or all traces In this example you will save trace 3 press Source softkey Trace 3 4 Select the format you wish to use for saving the trace either trace plus state Trace State or comma separated value CSV n this example you will save as trace plus state press Format Trace State 50 Chap
52. ng thelocation to which you will be copying Using the navigation keys as described above highlight the a drive NOTE When pressing Dir To the file chosen in the From location is no longer highlighted however the Name field above the From directory box displays the chosen file in this example RENAME TRC Chapter 4 55 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File NOTE Highlighting a filenamein the To directory box has no significance Thefile cannot be placed inside another file 7 Press Copy Now to execute the operation The message Copying file is displayed during the copying process Upon completion the status bar reads C START RENAME TRC file copied You have now copied the file RENAME from the C drive tothe A drive Deleting a File 56 To access the Delete menu press File Delete Select thetype of file you want to delete setup state trace limits screens or corrections In this example you are deleting a trace file press Type Trace Select the drive and directory wherethe file you wish to delete is located In this example choose C START Use the navigation keys Dir Up Dir Select step keys front panel knob to highlight this location in the Path field Refer to Locating and viewing files in the catalog on page 45 for more instructions Select the file you want to delete In this example choose the file RENAME TRC Move the cursor with the navigation k
53. our analyzer 16 Chapter 1 Installation and Setup Printer Setup and Operation Printer Setup and Operation A printer can be connected to your analyzer if it is equipped with an external I O interface Supported printers accept H ewlett Packard Printer Control Language Level 3 PCL 3 or 5 PCL 5 Refer to the documentation or specifications supplied with your printer or contact the manufacturer to identify your printer s language Equipment EEE 1284 compliant printer cable Supported and tested printers are listed below Note that there are many PCL 3 5 printers that may work with your analyzer however they have not been tested PCL3 printers include most HP Deskj et printers PCL5 printers include most HP Laser et printers NOTE The following printers are not compatible with your analyzer HP Deskjet 720C 722C 820C and 1600C e Epson M X 80 F X 85 Stylus and LQ 570 Printer Models Language Type Color Capable HP Desk et 310 320 350C 400L PCL3 yes HP Desk et 500C 550C 600 660C 672C PCL3 yes 680C 682C 690C 693C HP Desk et 840C 850C 870C 890C 895C PCL3 yes HP Deskj e 935C 970C 990C PCL3 yes HP Deskj et 1120C 1150C PCL3 yes HP Inkjet 2000C PCL 3 yes HP Laser et 4L 4P 4 Plus PCL3 5 no HP Laser et 5L 5M 5N 5P 5SI PCL3 5 no HP Laser et 6L 6MP 6P PCL5 no HP Laser et 2100 Series PCL 3 5 no HP Laser et 4050N PCL 3 5 yes HP Laser
54. part number 1250 2188 Standard Documentation Set Getting Started Guide Covers unpacking and setting up the analyzer analyzer features and how to make a basic measurement Includes information on options and accessories and what to do if you have a problem User s and Programmer s Reference Describes analyzer features in detail including front panel key descriptions basic spectrum analyzer programming information and SCPI command descriptions Measurement Guide Provides details on how to measure various signals and how touse catalogs and files Specifications Guide Documents specifications safety and regulatory information Instrument Messages and Functional Tests Includes instrument messages and suggestions for troubleshooting them and manual functional tests Programming Conversion Guide Describes SCPI programming command compatibility for 8590 8560 8566 ESA PSA series analyzers Documentation CD ROM Includes the documents in the standard set listed above You can view and print the information as needed Seethe CD ROM jacket for installation information NOTE If you purchased one or more optional measurement personalities the related guides for the options you ordered are included Service documentation is not induded in the standard documentation set See Options on page 61 for information on ordering Chapter 1 Installation and Setup Initial
55. peration has failed such as saving a file Bottom of the display in the status line in yellow on analyzers with a color display and in the SCPI Error Queue Messages remain until you dear the error press System Show Errors Clear Error Queue or another messageis displayed in the status line Pressing the Esc or Preset keys will clear error messages from the display but the messages will remain in the error queue Chapter 6 71 In Case of Difficulty Before Calling Agilent Technologies Before Calling Agilent Technologies Check the Basics OV Is there power at the receptacle Q Makesure there is no disk in the front panel disk drive LY Is the analyzer turned on Check to see if the green LED above the power switch is on Also listen for internal fan noiseto determine if the analyzer cooling fans are running 1 If other equipment cables and connectors are being used with your spectrum analyzer make sure they are connected properly and operating correctly LY Review the measurement procedures being performed when the problem first appeared Are all of the settings correct Q If the analyzer is not functioning as expected return the analyzer to a known state by pressing Preset and Factory Preset if displayed NOTE Some analyzer settings are not affected by a Preset If you wish to reset the analyzer configuration to the state it was in when it was originally sent from the factory
56. perform the functional tests in the Instrument Messages and Functional Tests document for your analyzer O If the 10 MHz output is not functioning verify that it is turned on by pressing System Reference 10 MHz to select On TIP You can get automatic electronic notification of new firmware releases and other product updates information by subscribing to the Agilent Technologies Test amp Measurement E Mail Notification Servicefor the PSA or ESA Series at http wwwdb tm agilent com cgi bi n notification user pl Chapter 6 73 In Case of Difficulty Before Calling Agilent Technologies Read the Werranty The warranty for your analyzer is in the front of your Specifications Guide Please read it and become familiar with its terms If your analyzer is covered by a separate maintenance agreement please be familiar with its terms Service Options Agilent Technologies offers several optional maintenance plans to service your analyzer after the warranty has expired Call your Agilent Technologies office for full details If you want to service the analyzer yourself after the warranty expires you can purchase the service documentation that provides all necessary test and maintenance information You can order the service documentation Option OBW assembly level troubleshooting and adjustment software through your Agilent Technologies office Calling Agilent Technologies Agilent Technologies has offices around the world to prov
57. ppear both in the active function block and in the upper right corner of the screen You can usethe knob the arrow keys or the softkeys in the Peak Search menu to move the marker Pressing Esc removes the value from the display 8 If you have moved the marker return it to the peak of the 10 MHz signal Changing Reference Level 9 Press AMPLITUDE and notethat reference level Re Level is now the active function Press Marker gt Mkr gt Ref Lvl Note that changing the reference level changes the amplitude value of the top graticule line Figure 3 4 shows the relationship between center frequency and reference level The box represents the analyzer display Changing the center frequency changes the horizontal placement of the signal on the display Changing the reference level changes the vertical placement of the signal on the display Increasing the span increases the frequency range that appears horizontally across the display Chapter 3 39 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Figure 3 3 A Marker on the 10 MHz Peak Active function block X Agilent 10 00 41 Sep 5 2000 Atten 20 dB Marker 10 000000 MHz 5 96 dBm Marker Annotation Figure 3 4 Relationship Between Frequency and Amplitude Reference Level Amplitude Analyzer Display Fl N WTI TTY eae ere 40 Center Frequency Frequency bd21 5l cdr Chapter 3 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Improvin
58. provides a known starting point for making measurements The analyzer has three types of preset Factory Preset Restores the analyzer to its factory defined state User Preset Restores the analyzer to a user defined state Mode Preset This typeof preset restores the currently selected mode to a known state For details see the User s Programmer s manual When Preset Type is set to Factory pressing the green Preset key triggers a factory preset When Preset Type is set to User pressing Preset displays the softkeys Factory Preset User Preset and Mode Preset if applicable you then select the preset you want f Preset Type is set to Mode but a personality is not installed pressing Preset triggers a factory preset Creating a User Preset f you constantly use settings which are not the factory defaults use the following steps to create a user defined preset 1 Set analyzer parameters as desired 2 Press System Power On Preset Save User Preset to set the current parameters as the user preset state 3 Press Preset to select User in the same softkey menu to enable user preset as an option Disabling User Preset Gotothe Power On Preset menu press System Power On Preset and select a Preset Type of Factory or Mode 36 Chapter 3 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Viewing a Signal 1 Press Preset f the softkeys Factory Preset and User Preset appear select Factory Preset 2 Press System Reference
59. ropriate X Axis Units frequency or time Display Limits Properties X Axis Units If you are in time X Axis Units and you load frequency limits all current limit line data will be erased and the analyzer will switch to the frequency domain The reverse of thethis situation also holds true 53 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Renaming a File 1 2 To access the Rename menu press File Rename Select the type of file you want to rename setup state trace limits screens or corrections In this example you are renaming a trace file press Type Trace Select the drive and directory where your file is located In this example choose drive C NSTART 4 Select the file you want to rename In this example choose the file TEST1 TRC 5 Press Name to open the Alpha Editor menu For this example renamethe file to RENAME 54 using the Alpha Editor softkeys The Name field is limited to eight characters Your display should look similar to Figure 4 8 Press Enter Rename Now your file is now renamed and visible within the directory displayed on your analyzer The status line displays the message C START TEST1 TRC file renamed to C NSTARTNRENAME TRC Figure 4 7 Renaming a File Agilent 13 10 09 Feb 7 2000 RL Rename File Rename Name TEST1 TRC Rename Now New Name RENAME Show Type Trace TRC CS Path C START Type Type Size Modified DIR up CSV 19702 01 2
60. rotecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage or destroy electronic components the possibility of unseen damage caused by ESD is present whenever components are transported stored or used Test Equipment and ESD To help reduce ESD damage that can occur while using test equipment Before connecting any coaxial cable to an analyzer connector for the first time each day momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable together e Personnel should be grounded with a 1 MQ resistor isolated wrist strap before touching the center pin of any connector and before removing any assembly from the analyzer Besurethat all instruments are properly earth grounded to prevent build up of static charge WARNING Do not use these first three techniques when working on circuitry with a voltage potential greater than 500 volts Perform work on all components or assemblies at a static safe workstation e Keep static generating materials at least one meter away from all components Storeor transport components in static shielding containers Always handle printed circuit board assemblies by the edges This reduces the possibility of ESD damage to components and prevent contamination of exposed plating For information on ordering static safe accessories see Accessories on page 66 Additional Information about ESD For more information about ESD and how to prevent ESD damage contact the
61. screte peaks For a valid reading the marker must be 226 dB above the noise 14 Press BW Avg Res BW then enter a new value This action makes the resolution bandwidth the active function and allows you to experiment with different resolution bandwidth RBW values 15 Press Marker Off to turn the marker off NOTE After properly setting the analyzer to display your signal you can save the settings as either a user preset press System Power On Preset Save User Preset or a file see Saving a File on page 48 Chapter 3 41 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Figure 3 5 Increasing Marker Frequency Accuracy Frequency Count increases accuracy Marker 10 000000 MHz 6 00 dBm VBH 470 kHz Figure 3 6 Using Marker Counter Agilent 13 26 23 Sep 6 2000 Cntr1 Marker 10 500000 MHz 21 52 dBm 42 Chapter 3 4 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files 43 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files The analyzer stores and retrieves data similarly to the way that a personal computer PC does both have internal storage and a floppy disk drive While a PC has an internal drive the analyzer s internal storage is nonvolatile flash memory which acts as an internal drive As with a PC both the internal storage and the floppy disk drive have directory and sub directory capability in the analyzer directories and subdirectories are called catalogs This chapter tells you how to locate catalogs an
62. ter 4 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File 5 Enter a filename by pressing Name The Alpha Editor appears For this example you will name the file TEST1 The numeric keypad is also available for the filename Note that the file extension is always set by the system and for this file type the extension is TRC You must now press the Enter hardkey to get back to the Save menu NOTE You need to use a filename that does not already exist in the current directory The filename is limited to eight characters alpha A Z or numeric 0 9 in any combination The analyzer will not allow you to overwrite an existing file If you select a filename that already exists the status bar will display the message File already exists If you do not choose a filename the analyzer will automatically generate a name based on thetype of file you are saving Setup SETUP State STATE Trace TRACE Limits LIMIT Corrections COREC Screen SCREN It also generates a three digit integer starting at 000 and extending through 999 remembering the previously saved value through a power cycle which it adds to the name for example TRACE056 TRC Also note that this three digit integer increments upon each attempted save until a unique filename is created without regard tothe success of the save 6 The destination for the saved file is shown in the Path field In this example you will select the path as C START If the correct location is
63. to highlight thefile name In this examplethefileis TEST1 TRC Select the trace into which you wish to load the file In this example load it into Trace 2 Destination Trace 2 6 Press Load Now to load the specified file Your display should look similar to Figure 4 6 The status bar reads C START TEST1 TRC file loaded Figure 4 5 File Loaded X Agilent 17 45 50 Feb 24 2000 File Atten 18 dB Load Delete Copy Rename More VBH 1 MHz 1 of 2 allel lilo 52 Chapter 4 NOTE Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File You should notice that the trace you saved in this example trace 3 is loaded to trace 2 If you wish to verify this condition remove the signal input Press Input Output Input Port Amptd Ref Off Note that when a trace is loaded it is placed in view mode To see that trace 2 isin view mode blank traces 1 and 3 by pressing View Trace Trace 1 Blank Trace 3 Blank Then press Trace 2 Notice that trace 2 is the only trace displayed in view mode the view key is selected and the trace is not sweeping Your display should look similar to Figure 4 7 Figure 4 6 Verifying Trace 1 3 Agilent 18 10 43 Feb 24 2000 RL Trace CAUTION NOTE Chapter 4 Rtten 10 dB VBH 1 MHz When operating in dc coupled mode ensure protection of the input mixer by limiting the input level to 0 Vdc and 30 dBm When loading Limits files be sure you have selected the app
64. umption Standby lt 20W AC Power Cord The analyzer is equipped with a three wire power cord in accordance with international safety standards This cable grounds the analyzer cabinet when connected to an appropriate power line outlet The cable appropriate to the original shipping location is included with the analyzer Various AC power cables are available that are unique to specific geographic areas You can order additional AC power cables for usein different areas AC Power Cords on page 11 lists the available AC power cables illustrates the plug configurations and identifies the geographic area in which each cable is appropriate NOTE The front panel switch is a standby switch only it is not a LINE switch power disconnecting device WARNING Install the product so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable and easily reached by the operator The detachable power cord is the product disconnecting device It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the product The front panel switch is only a standby switch and is nota LINE switch Alternatively an externally installed switch or circuit breaker which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator may be used as a disconnecting device CAUTION Always use the three prong AC power cord supplied with this product Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord can cause product damage 1
65. y sometimes referred to as Tab keys can be used to navigate within tables for example the Limit Line table These keys are used to move between rows The Left arrow key moves up while the right arrow key moves down While navigating through the table the cursor inverse video highlight stays in the same column Navigating left or right in the table is accomplished by choosing the desired field using the front panel keys 30 Chapter 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Front and Rear Panel Symbols Front and Rear Panel Symbols A ce Quos ICES NMB 001 ISM GRP 1 CLASS A Chapter 2 This symbol is used to indicate power ON green LED This symbol is used to indicate power STANDBY mode yellow LED This symbol is used to indicate the ON position of the power button This symbol is used to indicate the OFF position of the power button This symbol indicates the input power required is AC The instruction documentation symbol The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user torefer to instructions in the documentation The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community TheC Tick mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Spectrum Management Agency This is a marking of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product and to indicate product compliance with the Canadian I nterference Causing Equipment Standard I CE S 001 The CSA mark is a regist
66. ys turn off power before plugging in keyboard This feature not fully implenented Currently used only for firmware upgrades 12 Line power The AC power connection Also see Power Requirements on page 5 input 13 GPIB Allows the connection of a General Purpose Interface Bus GPIB IEEE 488 1 cable which enables remote analyzer operation 14 LAN A TCP IP Interface Also see Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time on page 11 for information on setting the IP address For information on using the analyzer remotely refer to the User s and Programmer s Reference 15 TRIGGER 2 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the analyzer Reserved for future applications 16 PARALLEL Supports remote printing Printing is supported only from the parallel port 17 70 MHZ IF OUT Provides 70 MHz IF output 18 MONITOR Allows connection of an external VGA monitor 19 RS 232 Allows connection of a PC printer or modem This feature not fully implemented to beimplemented in a futurerdease 20 HNQ IN Thesefeatures areonly available when special options areinstalled H7L IN H70 IN 28 Chapter 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Key Overview Key Overview The keys labeled FREQUENCY Channel System and Marker are all examples of front panel keys The front panel keys are dark gray light gray green or white in color Front panel keys that are white perform an immediate action rather than bringing up a
67. yzer to extend the frequency range to 110 GHz Operation to 325 GHz is also possible with non H P Agilent mixers Chapter 5 63 Options and Accessories Options Option Number Neme Description B78 cdma2000 M easurement Personality Provides cdma2000 transmitter measurements channel power ACPR intermodulation spectrum emission mask occupied BW code domain power modulation accuracy composite rho QPSK EVM power statistics CCDF Requires Option B7 hardware B7 Digital Demod Hardware Adds 1 dB step electronic attenuator in addition to the existing manual attenuator This is required for the personality options BAC BAE BAF B78 202 204 This option also adds the functionality of Basic Mode including the measurements spectrum frequency domain waveform time domain BAB APC 3 5 Input Connector Replaces the standard type N female connector with an APC 3 5 mm male connector BAC cdmaOne Measurement Personality Provides IS 95 and J STD 008 transmitter measurements channel power modulation accuracy rho code domain power ACPR spur dose Requires Option B7 hardware BAE NADC PDC M easurement Personality Provides NADC transmitter measurements ACP EVM error vector magnitude Provides PDC transmitter measurements ACP EVM error vector magnitude occupied BW Requires Option B7 hardware BAF W CDMA Measurement Personality Provides 3GPP

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