Agilent Technologies Network Router Z5623A User Manual

Agilent Technologies  
Z5623A Option H48  
Multiport Test Set  
User’s and Service Guide  
Manufacturing Part Number: Z5623-90016  
Printed in USA  
June 2005  
© Copyright 2000-2002, 2005 Agilent Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.  
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Safety Notes  
The following safety notes are used throughout this document. Familiarize yourself  
with each of these notes and its meaning before performing any of the procedures in  
this document.  
WARNING  
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  
Caution denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not  
correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or  
destruction of the instrument. Do not proceed beyond a caution sign  
until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.  
Statement of Compliance  
This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC Publication 1010, Safety  
Requirements for Electronic Measuring Apparatus, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The  
instruction documentation contains information and warnings which must be followed by the user to  
ensure safe operation and to maintain the instrument in a safe condition.  
Definitions  
• Specifications describe the performance of parameters covered by the product warranty  
(temperature –0 to 55 °C, unless otherwise noted.)  
Typical describes additional product performance information that is not covered by the  
product warranty. It is performance beyond specification that 80% of the units exhibit  
with a 95% confidence level over the temperature range 20 to 30 °C. Typical  
performance does not include measurement uncertainty.  
Nominal values indicate expected performance or describe product performance that is  
useful in the application of the product, but is not covered by the product warranty.  
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Contents  
1. Instrument Description  
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3  
Guaranteed Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4  
Typical Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5  
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6  
Environmental Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6  
Operating Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6  
Non-Operating Storage Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6  
General Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7  
Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7  
Cabinet Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7  
Miscellaneous Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7  
Available Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7  
UK6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7  
Rack Ear Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7  
Cleaning and Shipping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8  
2. Installation  
Checking the Shipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2  
Recommended Additional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3  
Familiarization with Safety Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4  
Electrical Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4  
Environmental Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7  
Test Set Familiarization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9  
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9  
Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11  
Setting the GPIB Address of the Test Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13  
Connecting and Turning on the Test Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14  
3. Using the Network Analyzer to Control the Test Set  
Preparing the Analyzer to Control the Test Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2  
How to Send a Manual Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7  
Common Errors in Manual Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8  
A List of GPIB Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9  
Restoring the Analyzer to its Normal Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12  
Disaster Recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13  
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Malfunctioning Command Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13  
Malfunctioning Network Analyzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18  
4. Calibrating the Network Analyzer  
Performing the Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2  
Renaming the Calibration File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7  
Recalling and Examining Calibrations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14  
How to Recall a Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14  
Method 1. Calibration File Is Not On “Quick Recall” List. . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14  
Method 2. Calibration File Is On “Quick Recall” List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16  
How to Turn a Calibration On and Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16  
How to Examine the Properties of a Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18  
5. Performance Verification  
Setting Test Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2  
Test Strategy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4  
Insertion Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5  
Return Loss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5  
Crosstalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6  
Setting Up Limit Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7  
Limit Testing for Insertion Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8  
Recalling the Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8  
Specifying Measurement Type, Title, and Scaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8  
Setting Up the Limit Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12  
Turning On Limit Lines and Limit Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14  
Saving the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15  
Checking the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17  
Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Active) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19  
Recalling the Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19  
Specifying Measurement Type, Title, and Scaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19  
Setting Up the Limit Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20  
Turning On Limit Lines and Limit Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21  
Saving the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22  
Checking the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22  
Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Off) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24  
Recalling the “Port Active” Limit Test File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24  
Specifying the Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24  
Setting Up the Limit Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24  
Saving the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25  
Recalling the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25  
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Limit Testing for Crosstalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26  
Specifying Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26  
Specifying IF Bandwidth and Averaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28  
Specifying Measurement Type, Title, and Scaling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32  
Setting Up the Limit Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34  
Turning On Limit Lines and Limit Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35  
Saving the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35  
Recalling the Limit Test File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35  
Verifying Return Loss and Insertion Loss Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36  
Measurements Using The Reflection Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36  
Measurements Using The Transmission Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37  
Verifying Crosstalk Specs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39  
6. Measuring Multiport Devices  
Calibrating the Test System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2  
7. Advanced Topics  
Using an External Computer to Control the Test Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2  
GPIB Queries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2  
Box Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3  
Switch Count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3  
Languages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3  
Using Rocky Mountain Basic (RMB). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3  
Using Quick Basic or Visual Basic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3  
Using HPVEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4  
Using National Instruments VISA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5  
Using the Control Lines Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6  
Control Line Commands for 9-Pin Connector:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6  
Suggested External Circuitry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7  
8. Service  
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2  
Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3  
System Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3  
A1 Power Supply Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3  
A2 Controller and A3 Switch Driver Board Theory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4  
A4 Front Panel Display Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4  
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Connector Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5  
General Troubleshooting Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5  
Troubleshooting Power Supply Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5  
Troubleshooting the Front Panel Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6  
Troubleshooting the Controller and Switch Driver Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6  
List of Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7  
9. Safety and Regulatory Information  
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2  
Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2  
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3  
Instrument Markings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4  
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5  
Statement of Compliance with IEC 1010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5  
Declaration of Compliance with German Noise Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5  
10. Contacting Agilent  
Contacting Agilent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2  
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1
Instrument Description  
This chapter contains the following sections:  
Overview  
Specifications  
Electrical Requirements  
Environmental Requirements  
General Characteristics  
Available Options  
Cleaning and Shipping Instructions  
Agilent Technologies Z5623A Option H48  
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Instrument Description  
Overview  
Overview  
The Agilent Z5623A Option H48 Multiport Test Set is designed for use  
with 50 Network Analyzers such as the Agilent PNA Series (Models  
E8356A, E8357A, and E8358A). Figure 1-1 shows a typical equipment  
setup.  
The test set reduces the time required to test multiport devices having  
up to eight ports (distribution amplifiers, taps, switches, couplers, etc.).  
It does this by reducing the number of device reconnects the operator  
must perform. The test set can connect each of its test ports to any of  
the following:  
• Reflection Port  
• Transmission Port  
• 50 termination internal to the test set.  
Switching is performed with mechanical switches.  
The test set is controlled by means of its GPIB interface. The control  
can be performed either by a PNA Series network analyzer or by an  
external computer.  
NOTE  
This User's and Service Guide documents the use of the test set with an  
Agilent E8358A network analyzer.  
Figure 1-1  
Typical Equipment Setup  
Network Analyzer  
Port 1  
Port 2  
RF Cables  
Z5623A Option H48  
Reflection  
Port  
Transmission  
Port  
Test Ports  
1
2
3
8
4
7
5
6
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Instrument Description  
Specifications  
Specifications  
Agilent provides two different types of specifications for the test set:  
• Guaranteed performance specs  
• Typical performance specs  
Typical performance specs have been benchmarked during product  
development, but are not tested by the factory and are not guaranteed.  
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Instrument Description  
Specifications  
Guaranteed Performance  
Table 1-1  
Agilent Z5623A Option H48 Guaranteed Performance Specs  
Parameter  
Frequency Range  
Crosstalka  
Specification  
300 kHz to 9.0 GHz  
1) –110 dBb  
2) –105 dBc  
3) –95 dBd  
4) –90 dBe  
Return Loss (port active)f  
Return Loss (port off)g  
Insertion Lossh  
1) 24 dBb  
2) 18 dBc  
3) 14 dBd  
4) 9 dBe  
1) 26 dBb  
2) 20 dBc  
3) 16 dBd  
4) 14 dBe  
1) 1.5 dBb  
2) 2.0 dBc  
3) 2.5 dBd  
4) 3.5 dBe  
Switch Lifetime  
5 million cycles  
1 Watt (RF + DC)i  
Maximum Input Power  
a.Between any two non-connected signal paths  
b. Band 1 (300 kHz to 1.3 GHz)  
c. Band 2 (1.3 GHz to 3.0 GHz)  
d. Band 3 (3.0 GHz to 6.0 GHz)  
e. Band 4 (6.0 GHz to 9.0 GHz)  
f.When using an external termination on the Reflection or  
Transmission port  
g.When using one of the 50 internal terminations  
h.From any test set port to the Reflection or Transmission port  
i. Set by the power handling capability of the 50 internal  
terminations  
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Instrument Description  
Specifications  
Typical Performance  
Table 1-2  
Agilent Z5623A Option H48 Typical Performance Specs  
Parameter  
Typical Performance  
1) –8.0 dBmb  
Source Power (max)a  
2) –8.0 dBmc  
3) –7.0 dBmd  
4) –1.0 dBme  
Dynamic Range (max)f 1) 110 dBb  
2) 105 dBc  
3) 95 dBd  
4) 90 dBe  
1) 430 mS (Dynamic Range = 86 dB)b  
2) 430 mS (Dynamic Range = 89 dB)c  
Cycle Time (minimum;  
IF BW = 35 kHz)g  
3) 430 mS (Dynamic Range = 78 dB)d  
4) 430 mS (Dynamic Range = 71 dB)e  
2) 900 mSc  
3) 900 mSd  
Cycle Time (@ 100 dB  
Dynamic Range; IF  
BW = 3 kHz)g  
Switching Time  
11 mS  
a. Power measured at test ports 1-8 on Z5623A Option  
H48 when connected to the E8358A using the  
8120-4782 RF Jumper cables supplied.  
b. Band 1 (300 kHz to 1.3 GHz)  
c. Band 2 (1.3 GHz to 3.0 GHz)  
d. Band 3 (3.0 GHz to 6.0 GHz)  
e. Band 4 (6.0 GHz to 9.0 GHz)  
f. IF Bandwidth set to 10 Hz  
g. Conditions: 2 Windows, 4 Channels, 8 Traces,  
2-port cal, no band crossings, 201points.  
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Instrument Description  
Electrical Requirements  
Electrical Requirements  
The alternating-current (AC) power that is supplied to the test set must  
meet the following requirements:  
Voltage: 90 to 250 Vac  
Frequency: 48 to 66 Hz  
Available power: 40 watts minimum  
If the available AC line voltage is outside the 90 to 250 Vac range, an  
autotransformer that provides third wire continuity to earth ground  
may be used.  
Environmental Requirements  
Operating Environment  
Indoor use only  
Operating temperature: 0 to 55 °C  
Maximum relative humidity: 80 percent for temperatures up to 31 °C  
decreasing linearly to 50 percent relative humidity at 40 °C  
Altitude: up to 15,000 feet (4,572 meters)  
Enclosure protection: IP 20, according to IEC 529  
CAUTION  
This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II,  
and POLLUTION DEGREE 2, per IEC 101 and 664 respectively.  
Non-Operating Storage Conditions  
Temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C  
Humidity: 0 to 90 percent relative at +65 °C (non-condensing)  
Altitude: 0 to 15,240 meters (50,000 feet)  
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General Characteristics  
General Characteristics  
Weight  
Net: Approximately 9 kg  
Shipping: Approximately 20 kg  
Cabinet Dimensions  
These dimensions exclude front and rear panel protrusions.  
89 mm H by 425 mm W by 500 mm D (3.5 in by 16.75 in by 19.7 in)  
Miscellaneous Characteristics  
RF connectors: Type N female  
Switch type: Mechanical  
I/O Control: GPIB  
Available Options  
UK6  
Option UK6 provides a commercial calibration certificate including  
actual test data. Data includes test results including reflection,  
transmission, and crosstalk for all test ports.  
Rack Ear Mounts  
Option 908, part number 5062-3974, provides rack mounts that make it  
quick and easy to install or remove the test set from a mainframe.  
For further information on these options, please contact Agilent  
Technologies. Refer to Chapter 10 , “Contacting Agilent.”  
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Cleaning and Shipping Instructions  
Cleaning and Shipping Instructions  
Cleaning  
Clean the instrument cabinet using a damp cloth only.  
Shipping  
Always transport or ship the instrument using the original packaging if  
possible. If not, comparable packaging must be used.  
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Installation  
This chapter contains the following sections:  
Checking the Shipment  
Recommended Additional Equipment  
Familiarization with Safety Requirements  
Electrical Preparations  
Environmental Preparations  
Test Set Familiarization  
Setting the GPIB Address of the Test Set  
Connecting and Turning on the Test Set  
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Checking the Shipment  
Checking the Shipment  
After the test set has been unpacked, keep the original packaging  
materials so they can be used if you need to transport the instrument.  
Check the items received against Table 2-1 to make sure you have  
received everything.  
Inspect the test set and all accessories for any signs of damage that may  
have occurred during shipment. If your test set or any accessories  
appear to be damaged or missing, call Agilent Technologies. Refer to  
Chapter 10 , “Contacting Agilent.”  
Table 2-1  
Accessories Supplied with Z5623A Option H48  
Description  
Agilent Part Number  
Quantity  
Power Cord  
See Figure 2-2 on page 2-6  
5063-9226  
1
1
1
2
1
1
Front Handle Kit  
Rack Mount Kit  
RF Cable  
5063-9232  
8120-4782  
GPIB Cable .5M  
HP 10833D  
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Recommended Additional Equipment  
Recommended Additional Equipment  
The equipment listed in Table 2-2 is not shipped with the test set, but is  
recommended for use with it. The remainder of this User’s and Service  
Guide assumes that the user has the listed equipment (or its  
equivalent) available.  
Table 2-2  
Recommended Equipment Not Supplied With Test Set  
Description  
Model Or Part Number  
Quantity  
PNA Series Network  
Analyzer  
Agilent Model No.  
E8356A, E8357A, or E8358A  
1
Electronic Calibration  
Module  
Agilent Part No. 85072-60007  
1
1
Keyboard with USB  
cable  
Hewlett-Packard Model No.  
SK-2502Ua  
Mouse with USB cable  
Hewlett-Packard Model No.  
M-UB48a  
USB Quad Hub  
Peracom Model No.  
UH4000Aa,b  
1
Peracom Model No. CA2000Aa,b  
USB Cable  
1
3
Agilent Part No. 8120-4781a  
Agilent Part No. 8710-1770  
Agilent Part No. 8710-1766  
Agilent Part No. 85032-60016  
RF Cable (24”)  
9/16” Wrench  
1
1
2
3/4” Torque Wrench  
Type N 50 Ohm Male  
Short  
Type N 50 Ohm Female  
Short  
Agilent Part No. 85032-60015  
Agilent Part No. 85032-60018  
Agilent Part No. 85032-60021  
2
2
1
Type N 50 Ohm Female  
Termination  
Type N 50 Ohm  
Female-Female Adapter  
a. Or equivalent  
b. Available from Peracom Networks, Inc., Cary, North Carolina  
(www.peracom.com).  
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Familiarization with Safety Requirements  
Familiarization with Safety Requirements  
This document contains two types of safety notices: Warnings and  
Cautions.  
A Warning denotes a hazard that may endanger the operator.  
A Caution denotes a hazard that may endanger the instrument.  
Before proceeding to the Electrical Preparations described in the next  
section, turn to Chapter 9, “Safety and Regulatory Information,” and  
review the Warnings, Cautions, and safety markings that apply to this  
instrument.  
Electrical Preparations  
1. Ensure that the “Electrical Requirements” on page 1-6 are met.  
2. Verify that the power cable is not damaged and that the power  
source outlet provides a protective earth ground contact. Note that  
Figure 2-1 on page 2-5 depicts only one type of power source outlet.  
Refer to Figure 2-2 on page 2-6 to see the different types of power  
cord plugs that can be used with your test set.  
Cables are available in different lengths. For descriptions and part  
numbers of cables other than those described in Figure 2-2, call  
Agilent Technologies. Refer to Chapter 10 , “Contacting Agilent.”  
3. If this product is to be powered by autotransformer, make sure the  
common terminal is connected to the neutral (grounded) side of the  
ac power supply.  
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Figure 2-1  
Protective Earth Ground  
WARNING  
This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective  
earthing ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains  
plug shall only be inserted into a socket outlet provided with a  
protective earth contact. Any interruption of the protective  
conductor, inside or outside the instrument, is likely to make  
the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption of the  
protective conductor is prohibited.  
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Figure 2-2  
Power Cables  
Cable  
a
Plug b  
For Use  
in Country  
Length Cable  
cm (in.) Color  
Part  
Plug Type  
Number Description  
Straight  
8120-8705  
Mint Gray  
Option 900  
229 (90)  
BS 1363A  
United Kingdom, Hong  
Kong, Cyprus, Nigeria,  
Singapore, Zimbabwe  
250V  
E
L
N
8120-8709  
8120-1369  
90  
Mint Gray  
Gray  
229 (90)  
210 (79)  
Option 901  
Straight  
AS 3112  
250V  
125V  
Argentina, Australia,  
New Zealand, Mainland  
China  
E
L
N
8120-0696  
8120-1378  
90  
200 (78)  
203 (80)  
Gray  
Straight  
NEMA 5-15P  
Option 903  
Jade Gray  
United States, Canada,  
Brazil, Colombia,  
Mexico,Philippines,  
Saudi Arabia, Taiwan  
E
N
L
8120-1521  
8120-4753  
90  
Jade Gray  
Gray  
203 (80)  
229 (90)  
Straight  
NEMA 5-15P  
Option 918  
Japan  
125V  
250V  
230V  
E
N
L
Gray  
8120-4754  
8120-1689  
90  
229 (90)  
200 (78)  
Straight  
CEE 7/VII  
Mint Gray  
Option 902  
Continental Europe,  
Central African Republic,  
United Arab Republic  
E
N
L
200 (78)  
200 (78)  
8120-1692  
8120-2104  
90  
Mint Gray  
Gray  
Option 906  
Switzerland  
Straight  
SEV Type 12  
E
L
N
200 (78)  
200 (78)  
Gray  
Gray  
8120-2296  
8120-2956  
90  
220V  
Straight  
SR 107-2-D  
Option 912  
Denmark  
N
L
E
8120-2957  
8120-4211  
90  
200 (78)  
200 (78)  
Gray  
250V  
Option 917  
South Africa, India  
Straight  
IEC 83-B1  
Mint Gray  
E
L
N
200 (78)  
200 (78)  
Mint Gray  
Jade Gray  
8120-4600  
8120-5182  
90  
250V  
Straight  
SI 32  
Option 919  
Israel  
E
N
L
200 (78)  
Jade Gray  
8120-5181  
90  
a. E =earth ground, L = line, and N = neutral.  
b. Plug identifier numbers describe the plug only. The Agilent Technologies part number is for the complete cable assembly.  
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Environmental Preparations  
Environmental Preparations  
1. Ensure that the “Environmental Requirements” on page 1-6 are met.  
2. If you are installing the test set into a cabinet, ensure there are at  
least two inches of clearance around the sides and back of the test  
set and the system cabinet. See Figure 2-3. The convection into and  
out of the test set must not be restricted. The ambient temperature  
(outside the cabinet) must be less than the maximum operating  
temperature of the test set by 4 °C for every 100 watts dissipated in  
the cabinet.  
Figure 2-3  
Ventilation Clearance Requirements  
CAUTION  
If the total power dissipated in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts,  
forced convection must be used.  
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3. Set up a static safe workstation such as the one shown in Figure 2-4.  
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic  
components.  
Figure 2-4  
Example of an Antistatic Workstation  
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Test Set Familiarization  
Test Set Familiarization  
This section familiarizes the user with various front and rear panel  
features of the test set.  
Front Panel  
Figure 2-5  
Front Panel Features  
PORT  
CONNECTION  
Status LCD  
CONTROL  
TRANSMISSION LINES  
REFLECTION  
Port  
Port  
Connector  
POWER ON  
Switch  
GROUND  
Connector  
Test Ports 1 through 8  
POWER ON Switch  
The POWER ON Switch turns the AC power to the test set on and off.  
The switch is located at the bottom left corner of the front panel. See  
Figure 2-5.  
The switch disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply after  
the EMC filters and before other parts of the instrument.  
REFLECTION Port, TRANSMISSION Port, and Test Ports 1–8  
The REFLECTION Port, the TRANSMISSION Port, and Test Ports 1  
through 8 are 50 connectors that are used to connect to the device  
under test.  
CAUTION  
Do not input more than 1 Watt maximum RF+DC to these ports or  
damage to the internal RF switches or the analyzer may occur.  
The GROUND Connector  
The GROUND Connector provides a convenient front panel ground  
connection for a standard banana plug.  
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The PORT CONNECTION Status LCD  
The PORT CONNECTION Status LCD displays the following:  
• Which test port is connected to the REFLECTION port  
• Which test port is connected to the TRANSMISSION port  
• The status (O = “Open”, L = “Low”) of each of the five control lines  
(C5 through C1)  
All test ports not displayed on the Status LCD are internally  
terminated in 50 .  
The CONTROL LINES Connector  
The 9-pin CONTROL LINES Connector provides the user with a way of  
controlling either the Device Under Test (DUT) or other equipment. The  
test set cannot source any current from this connector. Therefore, the  
user must provide an external power supply and some additional  
circuitry if he wishes to use the connector. Refer to“Using the Control  
Lines Connector” on page 7-6 for further details.  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
Do not apply more than +22 Vdc to pins 1 through 5 of the CONTROL  
LINES Connector.  
Do not employ external circuitry that forces the test set to sink more  
than 250 mA on any control line (pins 1 through 5 of the CONTROL  
LINES Connector) when that line is commanded to the “Low” state  
(+0.63 Vdc).  
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Rear Panel  
Figure 2-6  
Rear Panel Features  
Not Used  
Line Module  
GPIB  
Connector  
GPIB  
Address  
Switches  
GPIB Connector  
This connector allows the test set to be controlled either by the network  
analyzer or by an external controller.  
GPIB Address Switches  
The GPIB Address Switches set the GPIB address of the test set. See  
“Setting the GPIB Address of the Test Set” on page 2-13 for  
information.  
Line Module  
The line module contains the power cable receptacle and the line fuse.  
Power Cables  
The line power cable is supplied in one of several configurations,  
depending on the destination of the original shipment.  
Each instrument is equipped with a three-wire power cable. When  
connected to an appropriate ac power receptacle, this cable grounds the  
instrument chassis. The type of power cable shipped with each  
instrument depends on the country of destination. See Figure 2-2,  
“Power Cables,” on page 2-6 for the part numbers of these power cables.  
WARNING  
This is a Safety Class I 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 the instrument, is likely to make  
the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is  
prohibited.  
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The Line Fuse  
The line fuse (F 3 A/250 V, part number 2110-0780) and a spare reside  
within the line module. Figure 2-7 illustrates where the fuses are and  
how to access them.  
Figure 2-7  
Location of Line Fuses  
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Setting the GPIB Address of the Test Set  
A bank of five switches is used to set the GPIB address of the test set.  
The switch bank is located on the rear panel of the test set and is shown  
in Figure 2-6 on page 2-11. A diagram of the switch bank is presented  
in Figure 2-8.  
The switch bank sets the GPIB address in binary (base 2) format. Each  
switch controls one bit of the address. To set a bit to 1, move the  
corresponding switch to the up position. To set a bit to 0, move the  
corresponding switch to the down position. The binary address shown  
in Figure 2-8 is 01100.  
Figure 2-8  
GPIB Address Switches  
ADDRESS:  
HP-IB  
16  
8
4
2
1
1
0
2
1
PARALLEL  
To convert the binary address to decimal (base 10) format, just multiply  
each bit by the decimal value of that bit, then add the results. The  
decimal value of each bit is shown above the corresponding switch.  
Applying this conversion method to Figure 2-8 we obtain  
0 × 16 = 0  
1 × 8 = 8  
1 × 4 = 4  
0 × 2 = 0  
0 × 2 = 0  
Sum = 12  
Equation 2-1  
Therefore, the binary GPIB address (01100) shown in Figure 2-8 is  
equal to 12 in decimal (base 10) format.  
If all bits are set to 1, the GPIB address is 11111 in binary format, or 31  
in decimal format. (16 + 8 + 4 + 2 + 1 = 31.) Therefore, the GPIB address  
can have any value from 0 to 31 inclusive.  
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NOTE  
The test set is shipped from the factory with the GPIB address set to 12.  
Connecting and Turning on the Test Set  
Make the connections shown in Figure 2-9, “Detailed Equipment  
Connection Diagram.” The figure shows two RF cables connecting the  
network analyzer to the test set. If you intend to verify the performance  
of the test set, use the long RF cables listed in Table 2-3. Otherwise, use  
the short ones.  
Table 2-3  
RF Cables Connecting Network Analyzer to Test Set  
Length  
Long  
Part No.  
8120-4781  
8120-4782  
Purpose  
Verification of test set performance  
Measurement of multiport devices  
Short  
Plug power cords into the test set. Turn both instruments on.  
NOTE  
Allow the test set to warm up for at least 2 hours. For the most stable  
and accurate measurements, leave the test set turned on at all times.  
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Figure 2-9  
Detailed Equipment Connection Diagram  
USB Quad Hub  
Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4  
Up Link  
USB Cable  
Mouse with  
USB Cable  
Keyboard with USB Cable  
Network Analyzer  
To USB Port  
on Rear Panel  
To GPIB Connector  
on Rear Panel  
USB Port  
Port 2  
Port 1  
RF Cables  
GPIB Cable  
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Port  
Transmission  
Port  
Test Ports  
To GPIB Connector  
on Rear Panel  
1
2
8
3
4
7
5
6
USB Cable  
Electronic  
Calibration  
Module  
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Using the Network Analyzer to  
Control the Test Set  
This chapter assumes the following:  
• The instructions in Chapter 2 , “Installation,” have been  
performed.  
• The test set and associated equipment are connected as shown in  
Figure 2-9 on page 2-15.  
This chapter shows you how the network analyzer can be used to  
manually control the test set. The method presented here is considered  
a manual one because the user manually enters individual commands  
on a keyboard connected to the network analyzer. The chapter includes  
the following sections:  
Preparing the Analyzer to Control the Test Set  
How to Send a Manual Command  
Common Errors in Manual Commands  
A List of GPIB Commands  
Restoring the Analyzer to its Normal Configuration  
Disaster Recovery  
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Preparing the Analyzer to Control the Test Set  
Preparing the Analyzer to Control the Test Set  
Step 1. Make sure that all connections shown in Figure 2-9 on page 2-15 have  
been made.  
Step 2. Make sure that both the PNA Series analyzer and the test set are  
turned on.  
Step 3. On the network analyzer, click the System menu, scroll down to  
Configure, and click SICL/GPIB. See Figure 3-1, “System Menu.”  
Figure 3-1  
System Menu  
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Step 4. In the SICL/GPIB window, click System Controller and then OK. See  
Figure 3-2, “SICL/GPIB Window.”  
Figure 3-2  
SICL/GPIB Window  
Step 5. Locate the Minimize button (“_”) in the top right corner of the window.  
See the upper right-hand corner of Figure 3-2. See also the magnified  
view shown in Figure 3-3, “Minimize Window.” If the button is not  
visible, click on the View menu, then scroll down to Title Bars and click  
on it. When the Minimize button is visible, minimize the analyzer  
window by clicking on the button.  
Figure 3-3  
Minimize Window  
Click on  
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Step 6. On the desktop, double-click the Measurement & Automation icon.  
See Figure 3-4, “PNA DeskTop.”  
Figure 3-4  
PNA DeskTop  
Step 7. From the Measurement & Automation window, click on the Devices  
and Interfaces folder to expand the directory.  
Step 8. Right-click GPIBO (AT-GPIB/TNT), then click Interactive Control.  
See Figure 3-5, “Interactive Control window.”  
Figure 3-5  
Interactive Control window  
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Step 9. When the C:\Progam Files\National Instruments\ NI-488.2\  
bin\ibic.exewindow appears, type ibdev. See Figure 3-6, “User  
Controller Window.. Then you will be prompted to:  
Enter board index: “0”  
Enter primary address: “12”  
Enter secondary address: “0”  
Enter timeout: “0”  
Enter ‘EOI on last byte’ flag: “0”  
Enter end-of-string byte/mode: “1”  
Figure 3-6  
User Controller Window  
Step 10. If you make a mistake, close the window and repeat steps 7, 8, and 9.  
Step 11. When the prompt ud0:appears in the window, enter ibclr. This  
command clears the internal bus. When the ud0: prompt is returned  
after the ibclr command has been issued, you are ready to issue  
commands to the test set from this window.  
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Preparing the Analyzer to Control the Test Set  
Step 12. Use the mouse to size and position the PNA Series Network Analyzer  
window and the command window (C:\Progam Files\National  
Instruments \NI-488.2\bin\ibic.exe) so that both windows are  
visible on the network analyzer screen. See Figure 3-7, “Manual  
Control Window.”  
Figure 3-7  
Manual Control Window  
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How to Send a Manual Command  
This procedure assumes the following:  
• The instructions in the previous section (“Preparing the Analyzer  
to Control the Test Set”) have been performed.  
• The command window (C:\Program Files\  
National Instruments\NI-488.2\bin\ibic.exe) shown at the  
bottom of Figure 3-7 is visible on the analyzer.  
Step 1. Select a command from Table 3-2 or Table 3-3.  
Step 2. Click in the command window once to ensure that it is active.  
Step 3. Verify that the last line of text appearing in the window is the ud0:  
prompt with nothing after it.  
Step 4. Type ibwrt and then press the <Enter> key.  
Step 5. When the prompt enter string: appears, type all of the following in  
exactly the order listed here:  
• a double quotation mark (")  
• the command selected in Step 1  
• a semicolon  
• another double quotation mark (")  
• the <Enter> key  
For example, to connect the Reflection port of the network analyzer to  
Test Port #3, type “refl_03;”<Enter>. To connect the Transmission port of  
the network analyzer to Test Port #7, type “tran_07;”<Enter>. See Figure  
3-6, “User Controller Window.”  
Step 6. Look at the PORT CONNECTION display on the test set to verify that  
the command was received.  
Step 7. If the message on the PORT CONNECTION display is, “ERR: Invalid  
Command”, type ibclr<Enter> to clear the bus. Next, repeat Steps 3  
through 5.  
NOTE  
NOTE  
Use the <Up Arrow> key to recall previous commands. This will  
decrease typing time and errors.  
The test set waits until it receives a semicolon before executing any  
command. Once the semicolon is received, the test set combines into a  
single string all of the characters it has received since the previous  
semicolon. The test set then treats the string as a single command.  
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Common Errors in Manual Commands  
NOTE  
It is possible to issue several commands in a single line. For example,  
the following string connects the Reflection port to Test Port #2,  
connects the Transmission port to Test Port #5, and sets the Control  
Lines to OLOOL: “refl_02;tran_05;00001001;”<Enter>.  
Common Errors in Manual Commands  
This section explains several common errors.  
Table 3-1  
Common Errors in Manual Commands  
Command(s) Issued  
Explanation of Error  
Solution  
“refl_01”  
Missing semicolon.  
Send a semicolon:  
“;”  
“refl_01”  
Missing semicolon in first  
command causes both  
Resend both  
commands with a  
“tran_08;”  
commands to be interpreted semicolon in each:  
as a single invalid  
“refl_01;”  
command: “refl_01tran_08;”  
“tran_08;”  
“10101;”  
Three leading zeroes are  
missing. (This is a binary  
Control Line command. It  
needs three leading zeroes.)  
(Decimal Control Line  
commands don’t need  
leading zeroes.)  
Resend the command  
with leading zeroes  
included:  
“00010101;”  
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A List of GPIB Commands  
Test Port Commands  
Table 3-2  
Connection Path  
GPIB  
Command  
Reflection to Port 1  
Reflection to Port 2  
Reflection to Port 3  
Reflection to Port 4  
Reflection to Port 5  
Reflection to Port 6  
Reflection to Port 7  
Reflection to Port 8  
Transmission to Port 1  
Transmission to Port 2  
Transmission to Port 3  
Transmission to Port 4  
Transmission to Port 5  
Transmission to Port 6  
Transmission to Port 7  
Transmission to Port 8  
Reset  
refl_01  
refl_02  
refl_03  
refl_04  
refl_05  
refl_06  
refl_07  
refl_08  
tran_01  
tran_02  
tran_03  
tran_04  
tran_05  
tran_06  
tran_07  
tran_08  
*rst  
Reflection Termination  
*r_term  
*t_term  
Transmission  
Termination  
All Termination  
*all_term  
NOTE  
Every Test Port is connected to one and only one of the following at any  
instant:  
• Reflection port of the test set.  
• Transmission port of the test set.  
• 50 termination inside the test set.  
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Table 3-3  
Control Line Commands  
Resulting  
Control Line Statesa  
(C5, C4, C3, C2, C1)  
GPIB Command  
Mnemonic  
Decimal  
Binary  
c1_on  
c1_off  
c2_on  
c2_off  
c3_on  
c3_off  
c4_on  
c4_off  
c5_on  
c5_off  
xxxxL  
xxxxO  
xxxLx  
xxxOx  
xxLxx  
xxOxx  
xLxxx  
xOxxx  
Lxxxx  
Oxxxx  
0
00000000  
00000001  
00000010  
00000011  
00000100  
00000101  
00000110  
00000111  
00001000  
00001001  
00001010  
00001011  
00001100  
00001101  
00001110  
00001111  
00010000  
OOOOO  
OOOOL  
OOOLO  
OOOLL  
OOLOO  
OOLOL  
OOLLO  
OOLLL  
OLOOO  
OLOOL  
OLOLO  
OLOLL  
OLLOO  
OLLOL  
OLLLO  
OLLLL  
LOOOO  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
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Table 3-3  
Control Line Commands  
Resulting  
GPIB Command  
Control Line Statesa  
(C5, C4, C3, C2, C1)  
Binary  
Mnemonic  
Decimal  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
00010001  
00010010  
00010011  
00010100  
00010101  
00010110  
00010111  
00011000  
00011001  
00011010  
00011011  
00011100  
00011101  
00011110  
00011111  
LOOOL  
LOOLO  
LOOLL  
LOLOO  
LOLOL  
LOLLO  
LOLLL  
LLOOO  
LLOOL  
LLOLO  
LLOLL  
LLLOO  
LLLOL  
LLLLO  
LLLLL  
a. L = “Low”; O = “Open”; x = “Unchanged”  
To connect all test ports to their internal 50 loads, send the following  
command:  
OUTPUT 712;"*all_term"  
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Restoring the Analyzer to its Normal  
Configuration  
It is a good idea to restore the analyzer to its normal configuration once  
you are finished using the analyzer to control the test set. To  
accomplish this, use the following procedure:  
Step 1. Type q in the command window, then press the <Enter> key. This  
terminates the interactive control session on the analyzer.  
Step 2. In the analyzer window, click System on the menu bar, then scroll  
down to Configure, then click SICL/GPIB.  
Step 3. In the SICL/GPIB window, click Talker/Listener and then OK. This  
allows other devices to control the analyzer.  
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Disaster Recovery  
This section provides recovery procedures for the following problems:  
Malfunctioning Command Window  
Malfunctioning Network Analyzer  
Malfunctioning Command Window  
Symptoms  
Any of the following symptoms indicates a malfunctioning command  
window.  
• No ud0: prompt is returned when the ibclr command is executed.  
• An error message is returned when the ibdev command is  
properly executed.  
• Upon turning on the network analyzer, the following message  
appears: “The device at ‘AT-GPIB/TNT’ cannot be stopped because  
a program is still accessing it.”  
• When the Recovery Procedure described below is performed, the  
“AT-GPIB/TNT” icon observed in Step 6 has a red slash through it  
(indicating that the device is presently disabled). However, when  
Step 7 is performed, the pop-up menu has “Disable” as a menu  
item (indicating that the device is presently enabled!).  
Recovery Procedure  
Step 1. Close every application that is running.  
a. If an application’s window is open, click on the X in the upper  
right-hand corner of the window.  
b. If an application’s window has been minimized, locate its icon on the  
task bar at the bottom of the network analyzer screen. See Figure  
3-8. Click on the icon. This will open the application’s window. Next,  
click on the X in the upper right-hand corner of the window to close  
the application.  
c. When all applications are closed, the task bar will look like the one  
in Figure 3-9.  
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Figure 3-8  
Network Analyzer Screen With Four Applications Running  
Four applications running  
Figure 3-9  
Network Analyzer Screen With No Applications Running  
No applications running  
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Step 2. Right-click on the “My Computer” icon on the network analyzer screen.  
A drop-down menu will appear as shown in Figure 3-10.  
Figure 3-10  
Analyzer Screen After Right-Click On “My Computer” Icon  
Step 3. Click Properties in the drop-down menu. A “System Properties”  
window will appear as shown in Figure 3-11.  
Figure 3-11  
“System Properties” Window  
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Step 4. Click the Hardware tab shown in Figure 3-11. The result is shown in  
Figure 3-12.  
Figure 3-12  
“Hardware” Tab In “System Properties” Window  
Click this button.  
Step 5. Click the Device Manager button. After you do so, there will be a  
10-second delay before the “Device Manager” window appears. This  
window is shown in Figure 3-13 and Figure 3-14.  
Step 6. Check to see if the “AT-GPIB/TNT” icon is visible as shown in Figure  
3-14. If it is not, click on the “National Instruments GPIB Interfaces”  
icon as in Figure 3-13.  
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Figure 3-13  
Device Manager Window  
Figure 3-14  
Device Manager Window With “AT-GPIB/TNT” Icon Visible  
Step 7. Right-click on the “AT-GPIB/TNT” icon. A menu will pop up.  
Step 8. Click Disable on the menu.  
Step 9. The following message will pop up: “Disabling this device will cause it  
to stop functioning. Do you really want to disable it?” Click “Yes.” See  
Figure 3-15.  
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GPIB Device Disabling Message  
Step 10. Right-click on the “AT-GPIB/TNT” icon once again. A menu will pop up.  
Step 11. Click Enable on the menu.  
Step 12. Close the Device Manager window by clicking on the X in the upper  
right-hand corner of the window.  
Step 13. Close the System Properties window by clicking on the X in the upper  
right-hand corner of the window.  
The recovery procedure is now complete. To resume control of the test  
set, perform the procedure described in “Preparing the Analyzer to  
Control the Test Set” on page 3-2.  
Malfunctioning Network Analyzer  
Symptoms  
Any abnormality in the network analyzer’s behavior indicates a  
malfunction of the analyzer. An example would be the failure of icons to  
appear on the screen of the analyzer.  
Recovery Procedure  
Perform a Hard Reset on the PNA Series network analyzer as follows:  
First, make sure the power is on (indicated by the power switch being  
green). Next, hold the power switch in for about 20 seconds, or until the  
color of the switch changes from green to orange. Release the switch,  
then press it again and release it immediately.  
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Calibrating the Network  
Analyzer  
This chapter shows you how to calibrate the network analyzer so that it  
can be used to verify the performance of the test set.  
The calibration technique presented in this chapter uses an Electronic  
Calibration (ECal) Module and is by far the easiest of all 2-port  
calibration techniques. Consult the Help facility built into the PNA  
Series Network Analyzer for a comprehensive tutorial on this  
calibration method and on many others.  
This chapter contains the following sections:  
Performing the Calibration  
Renaming the Calibration File  
Recalling and Examining Calibrations  
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Performing the Calibration  
Step 1. Make the connections shown in Figure 4-1.  
The figure shows two RF cables connecting the two ports of the network  
analyzer to the two ports of the ECal Module. The 24” RF cables  
(Agilent Part No. 8120-4781 or equivalent) listed in Table 2-2 on  
page 2-3 should be used. Make sure the connectors are snugly tightened  
but not overtorqued. A torque wrench set to 12 inch-pounds (Agilent  
Part No. 8710-1766 or equivalent) is recommended.  
Figure 4-1  
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USB Quad Hub  
Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4  
Up Link  
USB Cable  
Mouse with  
USB Cable  
Keyboard with USB Cable  
Network Analyzer  
To USB Port  
on Rear Panel  
USB Port  
Port 2  
Port 1  
RF Cables  
Electronic  
Calibration  
Module  
USB Cable  
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Step 2. Press the Preset button on the Network Analyzer.  
Step 3. Verify that the Ready light on the ECal Module is green.  
Step 4. On the network analyzer, click Calibration on the menu bar, then click  
the Calibration Wizard button. See Figure 4-2.  
Figure 4-2  
Calibration Menu on Network Analyzer  
Step 5. When the window shown in Figure 4-3 comes up, click the Cal Type  
button. The Cal Type window shown in Figure 4-4 will then pop up.  
Figure 4-3  
Cal Wizard Window  
The currently selected calibration type is “None”.  
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Figure 4-4  
Cal Type Window When It Is First Opened  
Step 6. Click the Full SOLT 2-Port button. The result is shown in Figure 4-5.  
Figure 4-5  
Cal Type Window After Selecting “Full SOLT 2-Port”  
Step 7. Click the OK button. The Cal Type window will then close and the Cal  
Wizard window will pop back up as shown in Figure 4-6.  
Figure 4-6  
Cal Wizard Menu After Selection Of Cal Type Is Complete  
Step 8. Verify that the currently selected calibration type shown in the Cal  
Wizard window is “Full SOLT 2-Port (Omit Isolation)” as shown in  
Figure 4-6.  
Step 9. Click the Measure ECal Stds button in the Cal Wizard window. The  
window shown in Figure 4-7 will then pop up.  
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Figure 4-7  
Electronic Calibration Window  
Step 10. Click the Module button. The window shown in Figure 4-8 will then  
pop up.  
Figure 4-8  
Module Connection Message  
Step 11. Click the OK button. (The connections requested in Figure 4-8 were  
made in Step 1 of “Performing the Calibration” on page 4-2.) This  
window will close, the window shown in Figure 4-7 will pop back up,  
and the calibration will begin.  
The network analyzer will complete the calibration with no further  
operator actions required. The calibration will take about 5 seconds.  
Step 12. Verify that the calibration has been completed. This is shown by a check  
mark over the Module button as shown in Figure 4-9.  
Figure 4-9  
Electronic Calibration Window After Cal Is Complete  
Step 13. Click the OK button shown in Figure 4-9. The window will close; the  
Cal Wizard window will pop back up with the following message as  
shown in Figure 4-10: “Done. Save your settings now by pressing OK”.  
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Or repeat your cal.”  
Figure 4-10  
Cal Wizard Window After Cal Is Complete  
Step 14. Get a pen or pencil and a piece of paper. Step 16 will ask you to write  
down a filename.  
Step 15. Click the OK button. The calibration will now be saved to disk in the  
following directory: C:\Program Files\Agilent\Network  
Analyzer\Documents. The file will have a “.cst” suffix.  
Step 16. Copy down the name of the file into which the calibration is saved. The  
name will appear on the screen for about 10 seconds. Copy the filename,  
not the path. (The path is listed in Step 15 above.) A typical filename  
would be, “at006.cst”. Record also the date and time that the calibration  
was performed. (The date and time can be used to locate the file in case  
the filename you write down is incorrect or incomplete.)  
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Renaming the Calibration File  
In this section you will rename the calibration file to make it easier to  
identify and retrieve.  
Step 1. Minimize the network analyzer window. (If you are not sure how to do  
this, refer to Step 5 of “Preparing the Analyzer to Control the Test Set”  
on page 3-2.)  
Step 2. Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the network analyzer display.  
This icon can be seen in the upper left-hand corner of Figure 3-8 on  
page 3-14.  
Step 3. The window shown in Figure 4-11 will pop up. Click the Hard Disk (C:)  
icon in that window.  
Figure 4-11  
“My Computer” Window  
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Step 4. The window shown in Figure 4-12 will pop up. Click the “Program  
Files” icon.  
Figure 4-12  
Root Directory of the C: Drive  
Step 5. The window shown in Figure 4-13 will pop up. Click the “Agilent” icon.  
Figure 4-13  
“C:\Program Files” Directory  
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Step 6. The window shown in Figure 4-14 will pop up. Click the “Network  
Analyzer” icon.  
Figure 4-14  
“C:\Program Files\Agilent” Directory  
Step 7. The window shown in Figure 4-15 will pop up. Click the “Documents”  
icon.  
Figure 4-15  
“C:\Program Files\Agilent\Network Analyzer” Directory  
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Step 8. The window shown in Figure 4-16 will pop up. It contains all of the  
calibration files. Click the Type button above the files so that they will  
be listed by file type. The result is shown in Figure 4-17.  
Figure 4-16  
Directory Containing Cal Files  
Figure 4-17  
Directory Containing Cal Files After Clicking “Type” Button  
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Step 9. Move the cursor over the filename that was copied down in Step 16 of  
Performing the Calibration” on page 4-6. (If you were not able to copy  
down the filename, select the “.cst” file whose date and time correspond  
to when you completed the calibration.) Do not click the filename you  
have selected. Just keep the cursor positioned over the filename for  
about two seconds (until it is highlighted as shown in Figure 4-18).  
Figure 4-18  
Cal File Highlighted  
Step 10. Move the cursor off the selected filename (either to the left or to the  
right). The selected filename will remain highlighted.  
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Step 11. Click File on the menu bar, then scroll down and click the Rename  
button as shown in Figure 4-19.  
Figure 4-19  
Preparing to Rename the Cal File  
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Step 12. Give the file a new name that includes the following:  
• The date the cal was performed  
• The suffix “.cst”  
For example, if the calibration was performed on 6/17/01, a filename of  
“cal_06_17_01.cst” would be appropriate. See Figure 4-20.  
Figure 4-20  
The Cal File After It Has Been Renamed  
Step 13. Record the new name of the calibration file in Table 4-1. The file must  
have a suffix of “.cst”.  
Table 4-1  
Name of Calibration File  
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Recalling and Examining Calibrations  
This section contains the following subsections:  
How to Recall a Calibration  
How to Turn a Calibration On and Off  
How to Examine the Properties of a Calibration  
How to Recall a Calibration  
There are two methods of recalling a calibration. The first and more  
general method is used when the calibration file is not on the “quick  
recall” list that appears whenever File is clicked on the menu bar. The  
second method is used when the calibration file is on the “quick recall”  
list. (This list displays the last eight files that were recalled.)  
The examples shown here assume that the desired calibration file is  
named, “cal_06_17_01.cst”.  
Method 1. Calibration File Is Not On “Quick Recall” List  
Step 1. In the network analyzer window, click File on the menu bar, then scroll  
down and click the Recall button. See Figure 4-21.  
Figure 4-21  
File Recall Button  
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Step 2. The Recall window shown in Figure 4-22 will pop up. Move the  
horizontal scroll box until the desired calibration file is visible, then  
click on it. The window will momentarily appear as shown in Figure  
4-23. The file will then be recalled and the window will close.  
Figure 4-22  
File Recall Window  
Figure 4-23  
File Recall Window After Clicking the Desired Calibration File  
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Method 2. Calibration File Is On “Quick Recall” List  
Click File on the menu bar, then scroll down to the desired calibration  
file and click it. See Figure 4-24. The file will immediately be recalled.  
Figure 4-24  
Recalling a Calibration File That Is On the “Quick Recall” List  
How to Turn a Calibration On and Off  
Click Calibration on the menu bar, then scroll down to the  
Correction On/Off button.  
• If the calibration is turned on, the button will have a check mark in  
front of it and the text will read, “Correction ON/offas in Figure  
4-25.  
• If the calibration is turned off, the button will have no check mark in  
front of it and the text will read, “Correction on/OFF” as in Figure  
4-26.  
To change from one state to the other, just click the button. Try it! The  
trace will change instantaneously. (Compare the trace in Figure 4-25  
with the trace in Figure 4-26.)  
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Figure 4-25  
Calibration Turned On  
Figure 4-26  
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How to Examine the Properties of a Calibration  
Step 1. Click Calibration on the menu bar, then scroll down to the Properties  
button and click it. See Figure 4-27.  
Figure 4-27  
Calibration Properties Button  
Step 2. The window shown in Figure 4-28 will pop up. Examine it carefully.  
Figure 4-28  
Calibration Properties Window  
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Performance Verification  
This chapter contains the following sections:  
Setting Test Limits  
Test Strategy  
Insertion Loss  
Return Loss  
Crosstalk  
Setting Up Limit Testing  
Limit Testing for Insertion Loss  
Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Active)  
Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Off)  
Limit Testing for Crosstalk  
Verifying Return Loss and Insertion Loss Specifications  
Verifying Crosstalk Specs  
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Setting Test Limits  
Setting Test Limits  
A test limit is the pass/fail criterion for a measurement. A test limit can  
be either a maximum limit or a minimum limit. With a maximum limit,  
the measurement must not go above the limit in order for the Device  
Under Test (DUT) to pass. With a minimum limit, the measurement  
must not go below the limit in order for the DUT to pass.  
Test limits are derived from the specifications of the DUT, but are  
usually different from them because every measurement has some  
uncertainty associated with it. In order to ensure that a performance  
specification is met, a “guard band” must be added to account for the  
uncertainty in the measurement. This can be done by applying  
Equation 5-1.  
Equation 5-1  
How to Set Test Limits  
Test Limit = Specification Measurement Uncertainty  
In Equation 5-1, the plus sign is selected if the limit is a minimum  
limit, and the minus sign is selected if the limit is a maximum limit. For  
example, if a specification is 20 dB minimum and the measurement  
uncertainty is 2 dB, then the test limit should be set to 22 dB. In other  
words, the measured value in this example must be 22 dB or greater to  
insure that the actual value is 20 dB or greater. Similarly, if a  
specification is 20 dB maximum and the measurement uncertainty is 2  
dB, then the test limit should be set to 18 dB. In other words, the  
measured value in this example must be 18 dB or less to insure that the  
actual value is 20 dB or less.  
The measurement uncertainties listed in Table 5-1 apply to the  
performance tests described in this document. The uncertainties are  
derived from the equipment used and the specific measurements  
performed.  
Table 5-1  
Measurement Uncertainties for Performance Verification Tests  
Measurement  
(dB)  
Band 1  
Band 2  
Band 3  
(3 - 6 GHz)  
Band 4  
(6 - 9 GHz)  
(300 kHz - 1.3 GHz) (1.3 - 3 GHz)  
Crosstalk  
5
5
5
7
Return Loss  
(port active)  
1.5  
1.0  
0.5  
0.5  
Return Loss  
(port off)  
1.5  
0.3  
1.5  
0.3  
1.0  
0.3  
0.5  
0.3  
Insertion Loss  
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Setting Test Limits  
Applying Equation 5-1 to the uncertainties listed in Table 5-1 and to the  
guaranteed specifications listed in Table 1-1 on page 1-4, we obtain the  
test limits in Table 5-2:  
Table 5-2  
Derivation of Test Limits for Performance Verification of Test  
Set  
Parameter  
Specification  
Measurement  
Uncertainty  
Test Limit  
Crosstalka,b  
1) –110 dBc  
2) –105 dBd  
3) –95 dBe  
4) –90 dBf  
1) 5 dBc  
2) 5 dBd  
3) 5 dBe  
4) 7 dBf  
1) –115 dBc  
2) –110 dBd  
3) –100 dBe  
4) –97 dBf  
1) 24 dBc  
2) 18 dBd  
3) 14 dBe  
4) 9 dBf  
1) 1.5 dBc  
2) 1.0 dBd  
3) 0.5 dBe  
4) 0.5 dBf  
1) 25.5 dBc  
2) 19 dBd  
3) 14.5 dBe  
4) 9.5 dBf  
Return Loss  
(port active)g  
1) 26 dBc  
2) 20 dBd  
3) 16 dBe  
4) 14 dBf  
1) 1.5 dBc  
2) 1.5 dBd  
3) 1.0 dBe  
4) 0.5 dBf  
1) 27.5 dBc  
2) 21.5 dBd  
3) 17 dBe  
Return Loss  
(port off)h  
4) 14.5 dBf  
1) 1.5 dBc  
2) 2.0 dBd  
3) 2.5 dBe  
4) 3.5 dBf  
1) 1.8 dBc  
2) 2.3 dBd  
3) 2.8 dBe  
4) 3.8 dBf  
Insertion  
Lossi  
0.3 dB  
(all bands)  
a. Between any two non-connected signal paths  
b. Conditions: IF Bandwidth = 100 Hertz, Averaging = 10  
c. Band 1 (300 kHz to 1.3 GHz)  
d. Band 2 (1.3 GHz to 3.0 GHz)  
e. Band 3 (3.0 GHz to 6.0 GHz)  
f. Band 4 (6.0 GHz to 9.0 GHz)  
g.When using an external termination on the Reflection or  
Transmission port  
h.When using one of the 50 internal terminations  
i. From any test set port to the Reflection or Transmission port  
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Test Strategy  
The overall test strategy of this chapter is to verify each guaranteed  
specification by means of a limit test that is stored and recalled on the  
network analyzer. This strategy minimizes the number of cable  
connections and the amount of time required to complete the  
performance verification. It also minimizes the likelihood of operator  
error.  
Whenever one of the limit test files is recalled, it will do the following to  
the network analyzer:  
• Select the correct S-parameter measurement  
• Activate the proper calibration  
• Put a title on the screen  
• Scale the axes  
• Load a limit table  
• Display limit lines  
• Turn on limit testing  
Limit testing tells the user immediately whether the Device Under Test  
passes or fails the test. The pass / fail limits are set by the limit table.  
In a manner to be described later in this section, the limit table for each  
test will be derived from the test limits presented in Table 5-2.  
Once the limit test file has been created for a test, the user will run the  
test as follows:  
• Make the necessary cable connections.  
• Issue any needed commands to the test set.  
• Recall the limit test file.  
Test results will be immediately displayed on the screen of the network  
analyzer.  
The specifications that are to be verified fall into three general  
categories:  
• Insertion Loss  
• Return Loss  
• Crosstalk  
The remainder of this section describes, for each category, the S-  
parameter measurement that will be used to verify the specifications.  
The test limits of Table 5-2 will be converted to S-parameter test limits  
for each category.  
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Insertion Loss  
For this measurement, Port 1 of the network analyzer will be connected  
to one of the test ports of the test set, and Port 2 of the network  
analyzer will be connected either to the Reflection port or to the  
Transmission port of the test set. By definition,  
Insertion Loss = S  
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where Insertion Loss and S are both in units of dB.  
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The network analyzer will be configured to measure S . Limit lines  
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will be set up in such a way that each limit equals the negative of the  
corresponding insertion loss test limit shown in Table 5-2. For example,  
if an insertion loss test limit happens to be 1.0 dB, the corresponding  
S
limit will be 1.0 dB.  
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Insertion loss is a maximum spec. Therefore, each S limit will be set  
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up as a minimum limit. For example, if an insertion loss test limit  
happens to be 1.0 dB, the limit table will be set up so that S must be  
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above 1.0 dB in order for the instrument to pass. (S will always be  
21  
zero or negative because the test set provides no amplification. In units  
of dB, S can range from zero to minus infinity.)  
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Return Loss  
For this measurement, Port 1 of the network analyzer will be connected  
to one of the test ports of the test set, and Port 2 of the network  
analyzer will be connected to the Reflection port of the test set. By  
definition,  
Return Loss = S  
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where Return Loss and S are both in units of dB.  
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The network analyzer will be configured to measure S . Limit lines  
11  
will be set up in such a way that each limit equals the negative of the  
corresponding return loss test limit shown in Table 5-2. For example, if  
a return loss test limit happens to be 20 dB, the corresponding S limit  
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will be 20 dB.  
Return loss is a minimum spec. Therefore, each S limit will be set up  
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as a maximum limit. For example, if a return loss test limit happens to  
be 20 dB, the limit table will be set up so that S must be below 20 dB  
11  
in order for the instrument to pass. (S will always be zero or negative  
11  
because the test set provides no amplification. In units of dB, S can  
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range from zero to minus infinity.)  
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Return loss is specified for two different conditions:  
• Test port active (this means that the test port is internally connected  
either to the Reflection port or to the Transmission port)  
• Test port off (this means that the test port is internally connected to  
a 50-ohm termination)  
Return loss is specified for the test ports, but not for the Reflection and  
Transmission ports.  
Crosstalk  
This measurement will be performed between each of the test set’s  
pairs of adjacent test ports (1 and 2, 2 and 3, 3 and 4, etc.). The test set  
will be commanded to connect its Reflection port to one of the test ports  
in the pair, and to connect its Transmission port to the other test port in  
the pair. An RF cable will connect Port 1 of the network analyzer to the  
Reflection port of the test set. Another RF cable will connect Port 2 of  
the network analyzer to the Transmission port of the test set. Network  
analyzer calibration will be turned off for this measurement. (The  
reason is that the isolation calibration achievable with the Electronic  
Calibration module is not good enough.) A Type N 50-ohm male short  
will be mounted on each test port in the pair.  
The network analyzer will be configured to measure S . By definition,  
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Crosstalk = S  
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for the setup described above. Limit lines will be set up in such a way  
that each S limit equals the corresponding crosstalk test limit shown  
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in Table 5-2.  
Crosstalk is a maximum spec. Therefore, each S limit will be set up as  
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a maximum limit. For example, if a crosstalk test limit happens to be  
100 dB, the corresponding S limit will be set up so that S must be  
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below 100 dB in order for the instrument to pass.  
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Setting Up Limit Testing  
In this section, you will create the limit test files described in “Test  
Strategy” on page 5-4. As you work through this section, record the  
names of the files you create in Table 5-3.  
Table 5-3  
Limit Test Files  
Test Name  
File Name  
Insertion Loss  
Return Loss (Port Active)  
Return Loss (Port Off)  
Crosstalk  
This section contains the following subsections:  
Limit Testing for Insertion Loss  
Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Active)  
Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Off)  
Limit Testing for Crosstalk  
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Limit Testing for Insertion Loss  
Recalling the Calibration  
Recall the calibration file listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-13. (Consult  
How to Recall a Calibration” on page 4-14.)  
Specifying Measurement Type, Title, and Scaling  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Measure button and pause momentarily. When the  
Measure menu appears, scroll down to the S21 button and click it. See  
Figure 5-1.  
Figure 5-1  
Specifying an S Measurement  
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Step 2. Click View on the menu bar. When the View menu appears, scroll down  
to the Meas Display button and pause momentarily. When the Meas  
Display menu appears, scroll down to the Title... button and click it.  
See Figure 5-2.  
Figure 5-2  
The “Title...” Button  
Step 3. The Title Entry window is shown in Figure 5-3. When this window pops  
up, use the mouse to click anywhere in the white rectangle to the right  
of the word, “Entry:”. (The white rectangle is referred to as the Entry  
field.) A text entry cursor (a vertical line) will then appear in the white  
rectangle.  
Figure 5-3  
Title Entry Window  
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Step 4. Type “Insertion Loss” in the Entry field as shown in Figure 5-4. You can  
do this with the keyboard shown in the Title Entry window if you want,  
but an easier way is to use the USB keyboard shown in Figure 2-9 on  
page 2-15. After typing “Insertion Loss”, press the Enter key on the  
USB keyboard (or the OK button in the Title Entry window) to close the  
window and display the new title.  
Figure 5-4  
Title Entry Window With “Insertion Loss” Entered  
Step 5. Click Scale on the menu bar. When the Scale menu appears, scroll  
down to the Scale... button and click it. See Figure 5-5.  
Figure 5-5  
The “Scale...” Button  
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Step 6. The Scale window shown in Figure 5-6 will pop up. When it does, set  
the following values:  
• Scale Per Division = 1 dB  
• Reference Level = 0 dB  
• Reference Position = 9 Divisions  
When these values have been entered, the Scale window will look like  
Figure 5-7. Click the OK button.  
Figure 5-6  
The Scale Window With Default Values  
Figure 5-7  
The Scale Window With Desired Values For Insertion Loss  
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Setting Up the Limit Table  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it. See Figure 5-8.  
Figure 5-8  
The “Limit Test...” Button  
Step 2. When the Limit Test window pops up as shown in Figure 5-9, click the  
Show Table button, then click the OK button.  
Figure 5-9  
The “Limit Test” Window  
Step 3. When the Limit Table pops up as shown in Figure 5-10, transfer entries  
from Table 5-4 to the Limit Table on the network analyzer. The result is  
shown in Figure 5-11.  
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Shortcuts:  
a. To specify a Segment Type, click the Segment Type box in the  
desired row, then use the drop-down menu.  
b. To specify a Beginning Stimulus or an Ending Stimulus, click the  
respective box in the desired row, then enter the desired value  
followed by “k” if the value is in kilohertz, or by “g” if the value is in  
gigahertz. For example, to specify a Beginning Stimulus of 300 kHz,  
type, “300k” (without the quotation marks). To specify an Ending  
Stimulus of 1.3 GHz, type, “1.3g” (without the quotation marks).  
c. To specify a Beginning Response or an Ending Response, click the  
respective box in the desired row, then enter the desired value in dB,  
then hit the space bar. For example, to specify a Beginning Response  
of 1.8 dB, type, “1.8<space>”.  
d. Use the tab key to advance from left to right across a row. Use  
<shift><tab> to advance from right to left across a row. (When  
moving from right to left, the cursor will not move until you release  
the shift key.)  
Figure 5-10  
Table 5-4  
Empty Limit Table  
Limit Table Entries for Insertion Loss  
Segment  
Number  
Limit  
Type  
Beginning  
Stimulus  
Ending  
Stimulus  
Beginning  
Response Response  
Ending  
1
2
3
4
Min  
Min  
Min  
Min  
300 KHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
6 GHz  
9 GHz  
1.8 dB  
2.3 dB  
2.8 dB  
3.8 dB  
1.8 dB  
2.3 dB  
2.8 dB  
3.8 dB  
6 GHz  
Figure 5-11  
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Turning On Limit Lines and Limit Testing  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it as shown in Figure 5-8.  
The Limit Test window shown in Figure 5-9 will pop up.  
Step 2. Click the Limit Test ON and Limit Line ON boxes. The result is  
shown in Figure 5-12.  
Figure 5-12  
Turning On Limit Testing and Limit Line Display  
Step 3. Click the Hide Table button, then click the OK button. The result is  
shown in Figure 5-13. The trace shown in the figure is an S  
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measurement of the Electronic Calibration (ECal) module. Notice that  
the ECal module does not meet the insertion loss specifications of the  
test set.  
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Figure 5-13  
Insertion Loss Limit Test Being Run On ECal Module  
Saving the Limit Test File  
Step 1. Click File on the menu bar. When the File menu appears, scroll down to  
the Save As... button and click it. See Figure 5-14.  
Figure 5-14  
“Save As...” Button  
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Step 2. When the Save As window comes up as shown in Figure 5-15, type a file  
name that includes the words, “insertion loss,” and the date of the  
calibration listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-13. For example, if the  
calibration file is named, “cal_06_17_01”, an appropriate file name for  
this step would be, “insertion_loss_with_06_17_01_cal”. See Figure  
5-16. After entering the file name, record it in Table 5-3 on page 5-7.  
Next, click the Save button.  
Figure 5-15  
“Save As...” Window  
Figure 5-16  
Specifying The Name Of The Limit Test File For Insertion Loss  
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Checking the Limit Test File  
Step 1. Connect an RF cable from Port 1 of the network analyzer to Test Port 1  
of the test set. Connect an RF cable from Port 2 of the network analyzer  
to the Reflection Port of the test set.  
Step 2. If the test set is turned off, turn it on. If the test set is already turned  
on, turn it off, then back on again. This causes the test set to execute  
the “*rst;” command, which is equivalent to the “refl_01;” command  
combined with the “tran_08;” command.  
Step 3. Recall the calibration file listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-13. (Consult  
How to Recall a Calibration” on page 4-14.) The resulting display  
should look something like Figure 5-17.  
Figure 5-17  
Insertion Loss Test Setup, Cal File Recalled  
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Step 4. Recall the limit line file for insertion loss. The file name should be listed  
in Table 5-3 on page 5-7. The resulting display should look something  
like Figure 5-18.  
Figure 5-18  
Insertion Loss Test Setup, Limit Test File Recalled  
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Setting Up Limit Testing  
Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Active)  
Recalling the Calibration  
Recall the calibration file listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-13. (Consult  
How to Recall a Calibration” on page 4-14.)  
Specifying Measurement Type, Title, and Scaling  
The desired measurement type for the Return Loss test is S . The  
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network analyzer is already configured to measure S .  
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Step 1. Click View on the menu bar. When the View menu appears, scroll down  
to the Meas Display button and pause momentarily. When the Meas  
Display menu appears, scroll down to the Title... button and click it.  
See Figure 5-2.  
Step 2. The Title Entry window is shown in Figure 5-3. When this window pops  
up, use the mouse to click anywhere in the white rectangle to the right  
of the word, “Entry:”. (The white rectangle is referred to as the Entry  
field.) A text entry cursor (a vertical line) will then appear in the white  
rectangle.  
Step 3. Type “Return Loss (Port Active)” in the Entry field as shown in Figure  
5-19. You can do this with the keyboard shown in the Title Entry  
window if you want, but an easier way is to use the USB keyboard  
shown in Figure 2-9 on page 2-15. After typing “Return Loss (Port  
Active)”, press the Enter key on the USB keyboard (or the OK button in  
the Title Entry window) to close the window and display the new title.  
Figure 5-19  
Title Entry Window With “Return Loss (Port Active)” Entered  
Step 4. Click Scale on the menu bar. When the Scale menu appears, scroll  
down to the Scale... button and click it. See Figure 5-5.  
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Step 5. The Scale window shown in Figure 5-6 will pop up. When it does, set  
the following values:  
• Scale Per Division = 5 dB  
• Reference Level = 0 dB  
• Reference Position = 9 Divisions  
When these values have been entered, the Scale window will look like  
Figure 5-20. Click the OK button.  
Figure 5-20  
The Scale Window With Desired Values For Return Loss  
Setting Up the Limit Table  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it. See Figure 5-8.  
Step 2. When the Limit Test window pops up as shown in Figure 5-9, click the  
Show Table button, then click the OK button.  
Step 3. When the Limit Table pops up as shown in Figure 5-10, transfer entries  
from Table 5-5 to the Limit Table on the network analyzer. (Consult the  
shortcuts listed on page 5-13.) The result is shown in Figure 5-21.  
Table 5-5  
Limit Table Entries for Return Loss (Port Active)  
Segment Segment Beginning  
Ending  
Stimulus  
Beginning  
Response Response  
Ending  
Number  
Type  
Stimulus  
1
2
3
4
Max  
Max  
Max  
Max  
300 kHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
6 GHz  
9 GHz  
25.5 dB  
19 dB  
25.5 dB  
19 dB  
14.5 dB  
9.5 dB  
14.5 dB  
9.5 dB  
6 GHz  
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Figure 5-21  
Completed Limit Table for Return Loss (Port Active)  
Turning On Limit Lines and Limit Testing  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it as shown in Figure 5-8.  
The Limit Test window shown in Figure 5-9 will pop up.  
Step 2. Click the Limit Test ON and Limit Line ON boxes. The result is  
shown in Figure 5-12.  
Step 3. Click the Hide Table button, then click the OK button. The result is  
shown in Figure 5-22. The trace shown in the figure is an S  
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measurement of the Electronic Calibration (ECal) module. Notice that  
the ECal module does not meet the return loss specifications of the test  
set.  
Figure 5-22  
Return Loss (Port Active) Limit Test On ECal Module  
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Saving the Limit Test File  
Step 1. Click File on the menu bar. When the File menu appears, scroll down to  
the Save As... button and click it. See Figure 5-14.  
Step 2. When the Save As window comes up as shown in Figure 5-15, type a file  
name that includes the words, “return loss,” the words, “port active”,  
and the date of the calibration listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-13. For  
example, if the calibration file is named, “cal_06_17_01”, an appropriate  
file name for this step would be, “return_loss_port_active_with_  
06_17_01_cal”. See Figure 5-16. After entering the file name, record it  
in Table 5-3 on page 5-7. Next, click the Save button.  
Checking the Limit Test File  
Step 1. Connect an RF cable from Port 1 of the network analyzer to Test Port 1  
of the test set. Connect an RF cable from Port 2 of the network analyzer  
to the Reflection Port of the test set.  
Step 2. If the test set is turned off, turn it on. If the test set is already turned  
on, turn it off, then back on again. This causes the test set to execute  
the “*rst;” command, which is equivalent to the “refl_01;” command  
combined with the “tran_08;” command.  
Step 3. Recall the calibration file listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-13. (Consult  
How to Recall a Calibration” on page 4-14.) The resulting display  
should look something like Figure 5-17.  
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Step 4. Recall the limit line file for return loss (port active). The file name  
should be listed in Table 5-3 on page 5-7. The resulting display should  
look something like Figure 5-23.  
Figure 5-23  
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Limit Testing for Return Loss (Port Off)  
The limit test for return loss (port off) is identical to the limit test for  
return loss (port active) with the following exceptions:  
• The title  
• The limit table  
Recalling the “Port Active” Limit Test File  
Recall the limit test file for return loss (port active). It should be  
recorded in Table 5-3 on page 5-7.  
Specifying the Title  
Step 1. Click View on the menu bar. When the View menu appears, scroll down  
to the Meas Display button and pause momentarily. When the Meas  
Display menu appears, scroll down to the Title... button and click it.  
See Figure 5-2.  
Step 2. The Title Entry window is shown in Figure 5-3. When this window pops  
up, click in the Entry field.  
Step 3. Type “Return Loss (Port Off)” in the Entry field, then press the Enter  
key on the USB keyboard (or the OK button in the Title Entry window)  
to close the window and display the new title.  
Setting Up the Limit Table  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it. See Figure 5-8.  
Step 2. When the Limit Test window pops up as shown in Figure 5-9, click the  
Show Table button, then click the OK button.  
Step 3. When the Limit Table pops up, transfer entries from Table 5-6 to the  
Limit Table on the network analyzer. (Consult the shortcuts listed on  
page 5-13.) The result is shown in Figure 5-24.  
Table 5-6  
Limit Table Entries for Return Loss (Port Off)  
Segment Segment  
Begin  
End  
Begin  
End  
Number  
Type  
Stimulus Stimulus Response Response  
1
2
3
4
Max  
Max  
Max  
Max  
300 kHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
6 GHz  
9 GHz  
27.5 dB  
21.5 dB  
17 dB  
27.5 dB  
21.5 dB  
17 dB  
6 GHz  
14.5 dB  
14.5 dB  
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Figure 5-24  
Completed Limit Table for Return Loss (Port Off)  
Step 4. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it as shown in Figure 5-8.  
The Limit Test window shown in Figure 5-9 will pop up.  
Step 5. Click the Hide Table button, then click the OK button.  
Saving the Limit Test File  
Step 1. Click File on the menu bar. When the File menu appears, scroll down to  
the Save As... button and click it. See Figure 5-14.  
Step 2. When the Save As window comes up as shown in Figure 5-15, type a file  
name that includes the words, “return loss,” the words, “port off, and  
the date of the calibration listed in Table 4-1 on page 4-13. For example,  
if the calibration file is named, “cal_06_17_01”, an appropriate file  
name for this step would be, “return_loss_port_off_with_ 06_17_01_cal”.  
See Figure 5-16. After entering the file name, record it in Table 5-3 on  
page 5-7. Next, click the Save button.  
Recalling the Limit Test File  
Recall the limit test file that you have just saved. (Consult “How to  
Recall a Calibration” on page 4-14.) This will put it on the “Quick  
Recall” list.  
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Setting Up Limit Testing  
Limit Testing for Crosstalk  
Specifying Output Power  
Step 1. Press the Preset button.  
Step 2. Click Channel on the menu bar. When the Channel menu appears,  
scroll down to the Power... button and click it. See Figure 5-25.  
Figure 5-25  
The “Power...” Button  
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Step 3. The Power window shown in Figure 5-26 will pop up. Set the Test Port  
Power to +10 dBm as shown in Figure 5-27. Click the OK button in the  
Power window.  
Figure 5-26  
Power Window with Default Values  
Figure 5-27  
Power Window with Values Desired for Crosstalk  
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Specifying IF Bandwidth and Averaging  
Step 1. Click Sweep on the menu bar. When the Sweep menu appears, scroll  
down to the IF Bandwidth... button and click it. See Figure 5-28.  
Figure 5-28  
The “IF Bandwidth...” Button  
Step 2. When the IF Bandwidth window pops up as shown in Figure 5-29,  
change the IF Bandwidth to 100Hz. (Type, “100<space>”, without the  
quotation marks.) The result is shown in Figure 5-30. Click the OK  
button.  
Figure 5-29  
IF Bandwidth Window with Default Value  
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Figure 5-30  
IF Bandwidth Window with Value Desired for Crosstalk  
Step 3. Click Channel on the menu bar. When the Channel menu appears,  
scroll down to the Average... button and click on it. See Figure 5-31.  
Figure 5-31  
The “Average...” Button  
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Step 4. When the Average window shown in Figure 5-32 appears, click the  
Average ON box. Next, change the Average Factor to 10. (It is best to  
change the Average Factor by using the up arrow.) The results are  
shown in Figure 5-33. Click the OK button.  
Figure 5-32  
Average Window with Default Settings  
Figure 5-33  
Average Window with Settings Desired for Crosstalk  
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Step 5. Click View on the menu bar. When the View menu appears, scroll down  
to the Status Bar button and click it as shown in Figure 5-34. The  
status bar will appear at the bottom of the screen as shown in Figure  
5-35.  
Figure 5-34  
The “Status Bar” Button  
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Figure 5-35  
The Status Bar Displayed at Bottom of Screen  
Specifying Measurement Type, Title, and Scaling  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Measure button and pause momentarily. When the  
Measure menu appears, scroll down to the S21 button and click it. See  
Figure 5-1.  
Step 2. Click View on the menu bar. When the View menu appears, scroll down  
to the Meas Display button and pause momentarily. When the Meas  
Display menu appears, scroll down to the Title... button and click it.  
See Figure 5-2.  
Step 3. The Title Entry window is shown in Figure 5-3. When this window pops  
up, click in the Entry field.  
Step 4. Type “Crosstalk” in the Entry field, then press the Enter key on the  
USB keyboard (or the OK button in the Title Entry window) to close the  
window and display the new title.  
Step 5. Click Scale on the menu bar. When the Scale menu appears, scroll  
down to the Scale... button and click it. See Figure 5-5.  
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Figure 5-36  
The “Scale...” Button  
Step 6. The Scale window shown in Figure 5-6 will pop up. When it does, set  
the following values:  
• Scale Per Division = 20 dB  
• Reference Level = 0 dB  
• Reference Position = 9 Divisions  
When these values have been entered, the Scale window will look like  
Figure 5-37. Click the OK button.  
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Figure 5-37  
The Scale Window With Desired Values For Crosstalk  
Setting Up the Limit Table  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it. See Figure 5-8.  
Step 2. When the Limit Test window pops up as shown in Figure 5-9, click the  
Show Table button, then click the OK button.  
Step 3. When the Limit Table pops up as shown in Figure 5-10, transfer entries  
from Table 5-7 to the Limit Table on the network analyzer. (Consult the  
shortcuts listed on page 5-13.) The result is shown in Figure 5-38.  
Table 5-7  
Limit Table Entries for Crosstalk  
Segment Segment Beginning  
Ending  
Stimulus  
Beginning  
Response Response  
Ending  
Number  
Type  
Stimulus  
1
2
3
4
Max  
Max  
Max  
Max  
300 kHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
1.3 GHz  
3 GHz  
6 GHz  
9 GHz  
115 dB  
110 dB  
100 dB  
97 dB  
115 dB  
110 dB  
100 dB  
97 dB  
6 GHz  
Figure 5-38  
Completed Limit Table for Crosstalk  
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Turning On Limit Lines and Limit Testing  
Step 1. Click Trace on the menu bar. When the Trace menu appears, scroll  
down to the Limit Test... button and click it as shown in Figure 5-8.  
The Limit Test window shown in Figure 5-9 will pop up.  
Step 2. Click the Limit Test ON and Limit Line ON boxes. The result is  
shown in Figure 5-12.  
Step 3. Click the Hide Table button, then click the OK button.  
Saving the Limit Test File  
Step 1. Click File on the menu bar. When the File menu appears, scroll down to  
the Save As... button and click it. See Figure 5-14.  
Step 2. When the Save As window comes up as shown in Figure 5-15, enter a  
file name. An appropriate file name for this step would be,  
“crosstalk_with_no_cal”. After entering the file name, record it in Table  
5-3 on page 5-7. Next, click the Save button in the Save As window.  
Recalling the Limit Test File  
Recall the limit test file that you have just saved. (Consult “How to  
Recall a Calibration” on page 4-14.) This will put it on the “Quick  
Recall” list.  
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Verifying Return Loss and Insertion Loss  
Specifications  
Measurements Using The Reflection Port  
Step 1. Connect an RF cable from Port 1 of the network analyzer to Test Port 1  
of the test set. Connect another RF cable from Port 2 of the network  
analyzer to the Reflection Port of the test set. See Figure 5-39.  
Figure 5-39  
Setup for Measuring Insertion Loss and Return Loss of Test Set  
E8358A  
(300 kHz - 9.0 GHz)  
GPIB  
Port 1  
Port 2  
Reflection  
Transmission  
GPIB  
1
2
3
8
4
6
7
5
Step 2. Command the test set to connect the test port to the Reflection Port.  
Consult Table 3-2 on page 3-9 for a list of commands.  
Step 3. Recall the limit test file for insertion loss. It is listed in Table 5-3 on  
page 5-7.  
Step 4. Read the results of the insertion loss test on the screen of the network  
analyzer. Record the results in Table 5-8.  
Step 5. Recall the limit test file for return loss (port active). It is listed in Table  
5-3 on page 5-7.  
Step 6. Read the results of the return loss (port active) test on the screen of the  
network analyzer. Record the results in Table 5-8.  
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Step 7. Command the test set to terminate all of its test ports.  
Step 8. Recall the limit test file for return loss (port off). It is listed in Table 5-3  
on page 5-7.  
Step 9. Read the results of the return loss (port off) test on the screen of the  
network analyzer. Record the results in Table 5-8.  
Step 10. Move the RF cable to the next test port. Repeat Step 2 through Step 9.  
Step 11. Repeat Step 10 until all eight test ports have been measured.  
Measurements Using The Transmission Port  
Step 1. Move the RF cable from the Reflection Port to the Transmission Port.  
Move the test port cable back to Test Port 1.  
Step 2. Command the test set to connect the test port to the Transmission Port.  
Consult Table 3-2 on page 3-9 for a list of commands.  
Step 3. Recall the limit test file for insertion loss. It is listed in Table 5-3 on  
page 5-7.  
Step 4. Read the results of the insertion loss test on the screen of the network  
analyzer. Record the results in Table 5-8.  
Step 5. Recall the limit test file for return loss (port active). It is listed in Table  
5-3 on page 5-7.  
Step 6. Read the results of the return loss (port active) test on the screen of the  
network analyzer. Record the results in Table 5-8.  
Step 7. Move the RF cable to the next test port. Repeat Step 2 through Step 6.  
Step 8. Repeat Step 7 until all eight test ports have been measured.  
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Table 5-8  
Pass/Fail Test Results For Insertion Loss And Return Loss  
Connected To  
Reflection Port  
Internally  
Terminated  
Connected To  
Transmission Port  
Test  
Port  
Insertion Return Loss Return Loss Insertion Return Loss  
Loss (Port Active) (Port Off) Loss (Port Active)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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Verifying Crosstalk Specs  
Crosstalk need only be measured on adjacent ports. Two 50 shorts  
are required for this test.  
Step 1. Connect an RF cable from Port 1 of the network analyzer to the  
Reflection Port of the test set. Connect another RF cable from Port 2 of  
the network analyzer to the Transmission Port of the test set. Connect a  
third RF cable from Test Port 1 to Test Port 8. See Figure 5-40.  
Figure 5-40  
Setup for Measuring Crosstalk of Test Set  
E8358A  
(300 kHz - 9.0 GHz)  
GPIB  
Port 1  
Port 2  
Reflection  
1
Transmission  
GPIB  
2
3
8
4
6
7
5
Step 2. Issue the “*rst;” command to the test set.  
Step 3. Recall the limit test file for crosstalk. It is listed in Table 5-3 on  
page 5-7.  
Step 4. Normalize the S21 and S12 through response.  
Step 5. Remove the RF cable between Test Ports 1 and 8.  
Step 6. Put shorts on Test Ports 1 and 2.  
Step 7. Command the test set to connect the Reflection Port to the first of the  
test ports having a short. Command the test set to connect the  
Transmission Port to the other test port having a short.  
Step 8. Read the results of the crosstalk test on the screen of the network  
analyzer. Record the results in Table 5-9.  
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Step 9. Move the shorts to the next pair of test ports. (Only one short actually  
needs to be moved.) Repeat Step 7 and Step 8.  
Step 10. Repeat Step 9 until all seven adjacent pairs of test ports have been  
measured.  
Table 5-9  
Pass/Fail Test Results for Crosstalk  
Test Ports  
Result  
1 and 2  
2 and 3  
3 and 4  
4 and 5  
5 and 6  
6 and 7  
7 and 8  
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Calibrating the Test System  
Calibrating the Test System  
After the test set has warmed up for at least two hours, you must  
calibrate the instrument before making any measurements. To  
determine the type of calibration appropriate for the measurements you  
will be making, refer to the PNA Series Network Analyzers User Guide,  
part number E8356-90001.  
You will need to calibrate each measurement path separately and store  
the calibration as an instrument state in the network analyzer. For  
information on how to calibrate and store instrument states, refer to  
the PNA Series Network Analyzers User Guide, part number  
E8356-90001.  
In the example setup shown in Figure 6-1, the following tests will be  
made:  
• Return loss on the DUT's input and 2 output ports (A and B)  
• Insertion loss (or gain) between the DUT's input and port A  
• Insertion loss (or gain) between the DUT's input and port B  
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Calibrating the Test System  
Figure 6-1 Calibrating the Test System  
E8358A  
(300 kHz - 9.0 GHz)  
GPIB  
Port 1  
Port 2  
Reflection  
Transmission  
GPIB  
1
2
3
8
4
6
7
5
Calibration Paths  
A
B
Input  
Calibration and Test  
For the best accuracy, you should perform a full two-port calibration  
between ports 1 and 3 on the test set, and again between ports 1 and 5.  
As mentioned before, you need to save the calibrations as instrument  
states. For information on how to calibrate and store instrument states,  
refer to the PNA Series Network Analyzers User Guide, part number  
E8356-90001.  
CAUTION  
Do not use the test set to change the RF signal path direction when you  
are using a full two-port calibration. Doing so will render the  
calibration invalid. Instead, use the internal transfer switch in the  
analyzer.  
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Advanced Topics  
This chapter contains the following sections:  
• Using an External Computer to Control the Test Set  
• Using the Control Lines Connector  
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Using an External Computer to Control the  
Test Set  
Chapters 3 through 6 assume that the network analyzer is being used  
to control the test set. If desired, an external computer can be used  
instead. In order to do this, a GPIB cable needs to be connected between  
the computer and the network analyzer. There is no need to connect a  
GPIB cable between the test set and the network analyzer in this case.  
The following advantages result from using an external computer:  
• The control can be performed by a computer program running on the  
computer.  
• GPIB queries (not available under manual control) can be sent to the  
test set.  
GPIB Queries  
When an external computer is used to control the test set, the computer  
can use all of the commands listed in Table 3-2 and in Table 3-3. In  
addition, the computer can use GPIB queries that are not available  
when the network analyzer is used to control the test set. These are  
listed in Table 7-1.  
Table 7-1  
GPIB Queries  
Query  
What the test set sends in response  
id?  
Test Set ID  
sw10?  
sw11?  
sw12?  
sw13?  
sw14?  
sw15?  
sw50?  
sw51?  
Number of times Switch #10 has operated  
Number of times Switch #11 has operated  
Number of times Switch #12 has operated  
Number of times Switch #13 has operated  
Number of times Switch #14 has operated  
Number of times Switch #15 has operated  
Number of times Switch #50 has operated  
Number of times Switch #51 has operated  
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Box Identification  
To read the Box Identification, first query the test set for its ID, then  
read back the ID from the test set. For example, if the GPIB address of  
the test set is 12, send the following commands:  
OUTPUT 712;"id?"  
ENTER 712;Box_id$  
Switch Count  
The Switch Count is the number of times a switch has been operated.  
To read the Switch Count for a particular switch, first query the switch  
and then read back the count. For example, if the test set has an  
address of 12, the following two commands will read the Switch Count  
for switch #10:  
OUTPUT 712;"sw10?"  
ENTER 712;Count$  
Languages  
Using Rocky Mountain Basic (RMB)  
To address the Z5623A Option H48 test set directly over GPIB, use a  
controller to write directly to the test set's GPIB port. The following  
example assumes that the address of the test set is 12. (Note the  
semi- colon “;” .)  
Write Commands:  
OUTPUT 712;"STRING$;" ! Output Command  
Read Commands:  
OUTPUT 712;"STRING$;" ! Output Command  
ENTER 712;String$ ! Enter Command  
Using Quick Basic or Visual Basic  
If you are using Quick Basic or Visual Basic, be sure to disable EOI and  
EOL before sending commands to the test set. Including the semicolon  
in program commands will not ensure that these commands are  
disabled as would be the case in HP Basic/RMB. When using the 82335  
GPIB Interface and Visual Basic, use the following commands to  
disable EOI and EOL, send the necessary data to the test set, and  
re-enable EOI and EOL.  
NOTE  
Be sure to re-enable EOI and EOL before sending data to another  
instrument.  
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Write Commands:  
info$=“refl_01” ‘command for reflection to port 1  
length%=len(info$) ‘length of command  
HpibEoi(hHpib;7,0) 'disable EOI  
HpibEol(hHpib;7,””,0) 'disable EOL  
HpibOutputs (hHpib;712,info$,length%)) 'send command to test set  
HpibEol(hHpib;7,chr$(13)+chr$(10),2) 're-enable EOL and set to  
chr$(13)+chr$(10)  
HpibEoi(hHpib;7,1,) 're-enable EOI hHpib specifies the handle  
returned byHpibOpen.  
Read Commands:  
info$=“id?” ‘command for test set identification.  
length%=len(info$) ‘length of command  
max.len% = 10 ‘max length data from id? or swxx? function.  
infi$ = space$(max.len%)  
HpibEoi(hHpib;7,0) 'disable EOI.  
HpibEol(hHpib;7,””,0) 'disable EOL  
HpibOutputs (hHpib;712,info$,length%)) 'send command to test set.  
HpibEnters(hHpib%,712,infi$,max.len%) ‘get data from test set.  
HpibEol(hHpib;7,chr$(13)+chr$(10),2) 're-enable EOL and set to  
chr$(13)+chr$(10).  
HpibEoi(hHpib;7,1,) 're-enable EOI hHpib specifies the handle  
returned byHpibOpen.  
NOTE  
For more information on the EOI and EOL commands, refer to the  
programming library manual supplied with the 82335 interface.  
Using HPVEE  
If you are using HPVEE, be sure to set the Direct I/O in the Advance  
Device Configuration so the Read Terminator and Write EOL Sequence  
is set to “\n”. In the I/O Transaction make sure the EOL is ON.  
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Using National Instruments VISA  
If you are using National Instruments VISA, be sure to set the following  
variables as follows:  
VI_ATTR_SEND_END = VI_FALSE This specifies whether to assert END  
during the transfer of the last byte of the buffer  
VI_ATTR_TERMCHAR = 0x0A This is the termination character. When  
the termination character is read and VI_ATTR_TERMCHAR_ENis enabled  
during a read operation, the read operation terminates.  
VI_ATTR_TERMCHAR_EN = VI_TRUE This is a flag that determines  
whether the read operation should terminate when a termination  
character is received.  
VI_ATTR_SUPPRESS_END_EN = VI_FALSE Specifies whether to  
suppress the ENDbit termination. If this attribute is set to VI_TRUE, the  
ENDbit does not terminate read operations. If this attribute is set to  
VI_FALSE, the ENDbit terminates read operations.  
Write Commands:  
Append all commands with “\n,” for example, *rst\n.  
Read Commands:  
The Z5623A Option H48 returns data terminated by \r\n.  
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Using the Control Lines Connector  
The Control Lines connector allows the test set to control other  
equipment. See Figure 7-1, “Control Lines,” on page 7-7 for a diagram of  
the connector. The diagram identifies the ground pin and the pin that is  
associated with each of the five control lines (C1 through C5). (Notice  
that the connector has three unused pins.)  
The connector is driven by open-collector output drivers within the test  
set. The drivers cannot source any current. Therefore, the user must  
provide an external power supply and some additional circuitry in order  
to use the connector. The next paragraph describes the absolute  
maximum limits associated with the connector. The remainder of the  
section describes possible ways of implementing the additional circuitry  
needed in order to use the connector.  
Each control line on the test set can be independently set to either the  
“Open” state or the “Low” state. In the “Open” state, the voltage on the  
line will be set by the external power supply. This voltage must not  
exceed +22 Vdc. In the “Low” state, the voltage on the line will be about  
+0.63 Vdc. In the “Low” state, the drive circuitry can sink a maximum  
of 250 mA per control line.  
Control Line Commands for 9-Pin Connector:  
Figure 7-1 on page 7-7 presents a diagram of the 9-pin connector and  
identifies the control lines (C1 through C5). To set the control lines,  
send the test set a number (either binary or decimal) specifying the  
state of all five lines. The binary number has the following format:  
0 0 0 C5 C4 C3 C2 C1  
Note that three leading zeroes are required. Note, also, that a 1 for a  
given control line specifies a low (+0.63 V) and a 0 specifies an open. For  
example, if the test set has an address of 12, the following command  
will set C3 and C1 low, and C5, C4, and C2 high:  
OUTPUT 712;"00000101;" ! sets C5-C1 to OOLOL  
The decimal equivalent of the binary number can also be used:  
OUTPUT 712;"5;" ! sets C5-C1 to OOLOL  
Table 3-3 on page 3-10 lists all possible combinations of control line  
states. For each combination, the table lists the binary and decimal  
numbers required to command that combination.  
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Figure 7-1  
Control Lines  
C3  
C2  
C4  
C1  
C5  
5
1
9
6
Ground  
Suggested External Circuitry  
Figure 7-2 shows one possible set of external circuitry for use with the  
Control Lines connector. The integrated circuit (IC) shown in the figure  
is a quad single-pole-single-throw (SPST) CMOS analog switch  
(Temic/Siliconix Part No. DG413). The IC contains two normally open  
and two normally closed switches.  
Notice that, when “C1_in” is in the “Open” state, there will be no  
current through the 10 kresistor and, consequently, no voltage drop  
across it. This means that +15 V will be applied to the control line when  
it is in the “Open” state. (The maximum allowable is +22 V.) When  
“C1_in” is in the “Low” state, it will sink (15 V - 0.63 V) / 10 k= 1.44  
mA of current. (The maximum allowable is 250 mA per control line.)  
The values computed in this paragraph do not depend on V , the  
C
voltage used to control the DUT. (V is applied to pin 3 in Figure 7-2.)  
C
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Using the Control Lines Connector  
Figure 7-2  
Switch Driver Circuit For Use With Control Lines Connector  
+15 V  
10 k  
13  
12  
3
2
VC (from Power Supply)  
C1_out  
(to DUT)  
1
C1_in  
(from Control  
Line Connector  
on Test Set)  
14  
10 V  
16  
9
15  
11  
10  
6
7
8
Temic/Siliconix  
DG413  
5
4
-15 V  
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Using the Control Lines Connector  
The DUT may require a control voltage that is different from any of the  
existing power supply voltages. Rather than adding another power  
supply, a circuit such as the one shown in Figure 7-3 can be used to  
derive the needed voltage from one of the existing power supply  
outputs. The IC shown in the figure is a 3-Terminal Adjustable Voltage  
Regulator (National Semiconductor Part No. LM317). It can supply a  
maximum output current of 1.5 A provided that (V - V  
) 15 V.  
IN  
OUT  
The equations governing the circuit shown in Figure 4-13 are  
3 V (V - V  
) 40 V  
IN  
OUT  
1.2 V V  
OUT  
V = (1.25 V)(1 + R / R ) + I  
(R )  
C
2
1
ADJ  
2
I
= 50 µA (typical)  
ADJ  
The equations show that the circuit can be adjusted for any output  
voltage (V ) from 1.2 V to 12.0 V provided that (a) a power supply  
C
voltage of 15 V is used and (b) the values of R1 and R2 shown in Figure  
7-3 are used.  
Figure 7-3  
Adjustable Voltage Regulator Circuit  
National Semiconductor  
LM317  
Power  
Supply  
In  
Out  
VC  
Adjust  
R1 = 215  
+
+
1
µF  
1
µF  
R2 = 2 k  
VC can be adjusted from +1.2 to +12.0 V if Power Supply = +15 V  
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This chapter contains the following sections:  
Adjustments  
Theory of Operation  
Troubleshooting  
List of Replaceable Parts  
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Adjustments  
Adjustments  
There are no adjustments for the test set.  
Figure 8-1  
Z5623A Option H48 Block Diagram  
A3 Driver  
Daughter  
Board  
A2 Controller  
Interface Mother  
J74-J79  
A1  
Power  
Supply  
Board  
A4 LCD  
Controller  
Board  
J10-J15  
87050-60055  
Sw15  
Sw14  
w3  
2
w4  
3
w23  
w22  
2w5  
w23  
Sw13  
Sw12  
Sw11  
Sw10  
2
6
6
2
6w14  
2
w15  
6
w17  
3
5
2
3
5
3
5
3
5
w10  
w9  
w18  
w13  
w8  
w19  
w7  
w16  
w11  
w12  
w20  
w6  
w21  
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
J50-J57  
87050-60053  
Z5623-60013  
Sw50  
Sw51  
Sw52  
Sw53  
Sw54  
Sw55  
Sw56  
Sw57  
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
w1  
w1  
w1  
w1  
w1  
w1  
w1  
w1  
9
1
2
3 4  
5
6
7
8
Open / Collector  
Lines  
Reflection  
(Type-N)  
Transmission  
(Type-N)  
(Type-N)  
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Theory of Operation  
Theory of Operation  
The theory of operation begins with a general description of the test set.  
This is followed by more detailed operating theory. The operation of  
each group is described briefly, to the assembly level only. Detailed  
component-level circuit theory is not provided.  
System Theory  
Refer to Figure 8-1 on page 8-2. The test set consists of three main  
components: a power supply, front panel display, and main switch  
board. The purpose of the power supply is to supply power to both the  
front panel display and the main switch board. The front panel display  
serves to indicate the switching paths to the user. Finally, the main  
switch board does the actual switching between the different ports.  
A1 Power Supply Theory  
The switching power supply provides regulated dc voltages to power all  
assemblies in the test set. A dc cable provides power to the main switch  
board. A connector from the main switch board to the front panel  
display provides dc power and control signals to the front panel. The  
power supply provides the following supplies: +24 V, +12 V, +5 V.  
The power LED on the front panel indicates that the instrument is on  
and that the power supply is providing power.  
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Theory of Operation  
A2 Controller and A3 Switch Driver Board Theory  
The mother and daughter boards provide the bias for the switching  
paths for the various ports to the Reflection or Transmission ports. The  
front panel display contains an LCD that indicates the switched ports.  
A particular test port (1 through 8) can be in one of three states. The  
three states are:  
• Switched to the forward path  
• Switched to the reverse path  
• Terminated in 50 Ω  
When a port is not connected, it is automatically terminated in 50 .  
Only one test port can be connected to any one reflection port and only  
one test port can be connected to any transmission port at any given  
time.  
The test set consists of eight 1x2 switches and six 1x4 switches. The 1x2  
switches divide each of the input ports (1 through 8) into two separate  
paths.  
All switches are electromechanical and are biased according to the  
necessary switching path. A user interface through the GPIB and  
parallel ports converts the necessary input signals from the user to the  
necessary control signals to control the switching paths.  
A4 Front Panel Display Theory  
The front panel display consists of an LCD. The LCD is divided into two  
lines of text. The first line indicates which of the twelve ports are  
connected to the forward path. The second line indicates which of the  
twelve ports are connected to the reverse path. Control signals and DC  
power are provided by a cable connected to the main switch board.  
Connector Replacement  
The 50 Type-N connectors are available separately. It is possible to  
replace them in the field.  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
This section contains procedures for troubleshooting the test set to  
assembly level only. These procedures should enable you to determine  
whether the power supply, front panel, or main switch board needs  
replacing. Refer to the system block diagram (Figure 8-1 on page 8-2) as  
an aid in troubleshooting.  
General Troubleshooting Notes  
WARNING  
WARNING  
CAUTION  
Always turn the instrument power off before removing or  
installing an assembly.  
Some parts in the instrument have sharp edges. Work carefully  
to avoid injury.  
If you need to disassemble the instrument, be sure to work at an  
antistatic workstation and use a grounded wrist strap. This will protect  
the instrument from electrostatic discharges (ESD) that could damage  
the instrument.  
CAUTION  
After identifying a defective assembly or board, inspect it for obvious,  
easy-to-fix defects such as bent pins on ICs or cold solder joints. Repair  
of these defects by qualified personnel will restore the instrument to  
normal operation much more rapidly than ordering a replacement  
assembly or board.  
Troubleshooting Power Supply Problems  
Turn the instrument on. Check the condition of the LCD on the front  
panel:  
• If it is off, there is still a possibility that the power supply is not  
supplying the necessary +24V, +12V, and +5V to the main board.  
• If the LCD is off, check the main fuse located in the power supply  
filter at the rear of the instrument.  
• If the LCD is still off, check the cable between the main board and  
front panel board.  
• Finally, disconnect the DC power cable from the power supply to the  
main switch board and measure the voltages. They should be +15V,  
+12V, and +5V. If not, replace the power supply.  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting the Front Panel Board  
Turn the instrument power on and check the following:  
• Check the condition of each of the switching paths by issuing  
commands to switch each of the paths to either the transmission or  
reflection path. Ensure that the LCD indicates the appropriate path.  
• If the LCD indicates a wrong path, the problem can lie with either  
the front panel board or the main switch board. Measure the RF  
path to determine where the problem is.  
• Ensure that the front panel washers between the board and front  
panel assembly are present. Missing washers can cause erratic LCD  
behavior.  
• If the LCD does not display the proper path, check to see if the RF  
path has indeed been switched. If the problem lies with the front  
panel board, replace it.  
Troubleshooting the Controller and Switch Driver  
Boards  
Turn the instrument power on. Check the condition of each of the  
switching paths by issuing commands to switch each of the paths to  
either the Reflection or Transmission path. Check each of the RF paths  
for connection. If an RF path is not connected to the necessary port or  
terminated in 50 , replace the controller and switch driver board.  
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List of Replaceable Parts  
List of Replaceable Parts  
The following table contains the list of replaceable parts for the test set.  
If any of these parts or assemblies is replaced, you must perform all  
performance tests to verify conformance to specifications.  
Table 8-1  
Replaceable Parts for Z5623A Option H48  
Reference  
Designator  
Description  
Part Number  
Quantity  
A1  
24 Volt Power  
Supply  
0950-2252  
1
A4  
2x16 LCD  
2090-0370  
33314C  
1
8
Sw50-Sw57  
1P2T Switch 26.5  
GHz  
W5  
W9  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
87050-20017  
87050-20024  
87050-60053  
87050-60055  
87050-60324  
87104C  
1
1
1
6
1
6
J50-J57 CA AY  
J10-J15 CA AY  
Driver PCB  
A3  
Sw10-Sw15  
1P4T Switch 26.5  
GHz  
Connector Type-N  
(F)  
86290-60005  
10  
W1  
W2  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
Z5623-20027  
Z5623-20028  
Z5623-20029  
Z5623-20030  
Z5623-20031  
Z5623-20032  
Z5623-20033  
Z5623-20034  
Z5623-20035  
Z5623-20036  
Z5623-20037  
Z5623-20038  
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
W3  
W4  
W6  
W7  
W8  
W10  
W11  
W12  
W13  
W14  
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Table 8-1  
Replaceable Parts for Z5623A Option H48  
Reference  
Description  
Part Number  
Quantity  
Designator  
W15  
W16  
W17  
W18  
W19  
W20  
W21  
W22  
W23  
A2  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
Z5623-20039  
Z5623-20040  
Z5623-20041  
Z5623-20042  
Z5623-20043  
Z5623-20044  
Z5623-20045  
Z5623-20046  
Z5623-20047  
Z5623-60016  
Z5623-60015  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
RF Cable  
Control Mother PCB  
Front Panel AY  
NOTE  
NOTE  
The above parts are unique to this special option. To order replacement  
parts, please contact the Component Test / Product Generation Unit  
(CT / PGU) Support Group at (707) 577-6802 with the part number,  
module/model number, and option number. If ordering parts through  
your local Agilent Technologies Sales and Service Office, specify that  
they are ordered through the Component Test PGU Support Group.  
Special options are built to order. Long lead times may be encountered  
when ordering replacement parts.  
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Safety Information  
Safety Information  
This document contains two types of safety notices: Warnings and  
Cautions.  
A Warning denotes a hazard that may endanger the operator. A  
Warning calls attention to a procedure, practice, or the like, which if not  
correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do  
not proceed beyond a Warning until the indicated conditions are fully  
understood and met.  
A Caution denotes a hazard that may endanger the instrument.  
A Caution calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the  
like, which if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in  
damage to the product or loss of important data. Do not proceed beyond  
a Caution until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.  
Warnings  
Warnings applicable to this instrument are:  
WARNING  
WARNING  
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.  
To prevent electrical shock, do not remove covers.  
If this instrument is not used as specified, the protection provided by the  
equipment could be impaired. This instrument must be used in a normal  
condition (in which all means for protection are intact) only.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
WARNING  
For continued protection against fire hazard replace line fuse only with same  
type and rating:  
• United States—F 3A/250V, Part Number 2110-0780  
• Europe—F 3.15A/250V, Part Number 2110-0655  
The use of other fuses or material is prohibited.  
This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective earthing ground  
incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall be inserted only into a  
socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the  
protective conductor, inside or outside the instrument, is likely to make the  
instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.  
The power cord is connected to internal capacitors that may retain dangerous  
electrical charges for 5 seconds after disconnecting the plug from its power  
supply.  
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Safety Information  
WARNING  
WARNING  
WARNING  
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid  
electrical shock, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do  
so.  
The opening of covers or removal of parts is likely to expose dangerous  
voltages. Disconnect the instrument from all voltage sources while it is being  
opened.  
This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution  
Degree 2 per IEC 1010 and 664 respectively.  
Cautions  
Cautions applicable to this instrument are:  
CAUTION  
Always use the three-prong ac power cord supplied with this  
instrument. Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding (by not using  
this cord) can cause instrument damage.  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
This instrument has autoranging line voltage input; be sure the supply  
voltage is within the specified range.  
Ventilation Requirements: When installing the instrument in a cabinet,  
the convection into and out of the instrument must not be restricted.  
The ambient temperature (outside the cabinet) must be less than the  
maximum operating temperature of the instrument by 4 °C for every  
100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power dissipated in the  
cabinet is greater than 800 watts, forced convection must be used.  
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Instrument Markings  
When you see this symbol on your instrument, you should refer to  
the instrument’s instruction manual for important information.  
!
This symbol indicates hazardous voltages.  
The laser radiation symbol is marked on products that have a  
laser output.  
This symbol indicates that the instrument requires alternating  
current (ac) input.  
The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European  
Community. If it is accompanied by a year, it indicates the year the  
design was proven.  
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian  
Standards Association.  
This symbol indicates the product meets the Australian  
Standards.  
This symbol indicates separate collection for electrical and  
electronic equipment, mandated under EU law as of August 13,  
2005. All electric and electronic equipment are required to be  
separated from normal waste for disposal (Reference WEEE  
Directive, 2002/96/EC).  
This text indicates that the instrument is an Industrial Scientific  
and Medical Group 1 Class A product (CISPR 11, Clause 4).  
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is ON.  
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is OFF or in  
STANDBY position.  
Safety Earth Ground. This is a Safety Class I product (provided  
with a protective earthing terminal). An uninterruptible  
safety earth ground must be provided from the main power  
source to the product input wiring terminals, power cord, or  
supplied power cord set. Whenever it is likely that the  
protection has been impaired, the product must be made  
inoperative and secured against any unintended operation.  
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Regulatory Information  
Regulatory Information  
Statement of Compliance with IEC 1010  
This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC  
Publication 1010, Safety Requirements for Electronic Measuring  
Apparatus, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The instruction  
documentation contains information and warnings which must be  
followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the  
instrument in a safe condition.  
Declaration of Compliance with German Noise Requirements  
This is to declare that this instrument conforms to the German  
Regulation on Machine Noise (Maschinenlaermverordnung -3.GSGV  
Deutschland).  
Laermangabe (Noise Declaration)  
Geraeuschemission (Acoustic Noise Emission)  
LpA < 70 dB  
am Arbeitsplatz normaler Betrieb  
(at Operator Position during Normal Operation)  
nach DIN 45635 t.19 (per ISO 7779)  
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