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CONTROL. Assistance Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements are available for Agilent products. For any assistance, contact the nearest Agilent Technologies sales or service office. Refer to Table 2-1 on page 2-4 for a list of Agilent offices.
VNA Interface Kit Overview VNA Interface Kit Overview This manual provides reference information for the Agilent 85097B vector network analyzer (VNA) interface kit for electronic calibration (ECal). The VNA interface kit is part of the VNA-based ECal system. The interface kit provides the hardware to connect and allow data transfer between ECal modules and compatible network analyzers.
General Information VNA Interface Kit Contents VNA Interface Kit Contents The following table and illustration identify the contents of the 85097B VNA interface kit. Table 1-2 Contents of the VNA Interface Kit Description Quantity Part Number Interface Unit 85097-60002 Shielded Cable, DB25 to DB25...
General Information VNA Interface Kit Contents Description of the VNA Interface Kit Contents This section describes the contents of the 85097B VNA interface kit. Refer to Figure 1-3 on page 1-7 for a system setup diagram using the kit contents.
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General Information VNA Interface Kit Contents ECal Power Supply Unit The ECal power supply unit (shown in Figure 1-1) provides 24 Vdc to the interface unit and power to the ECal modules through the interface unit. WARNING To prevent electrical shock, disconnect from mains before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts.
General Information VNA Interface Kit Setup and Operation VNA Interface Kit Setup and Operation The VNA-based ECal system requires the following components: • VNA (with appropriate firmware revision) — functions as the ECal system controller • ECal module — acts as the calibration device for the ECal system •...
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General Information VNA Interface Kit Setup and Operation Figure 1-2 Interface Connection to ECal Module Figure 1-3 VNA-Based ECal System • ECal modules can be connected (or disconnected) when the analyzer is turned on or off, but must remain connected while data transfer is in progress. •...
General Information VNA Interface Kit Characteristics VNA Interface Kit Characteristics This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and CAUTION POLLUTION DEGREE 2, per IEC 1010 and 664 respectively. Enclosure protection according to IEC 529, IP Code 2 0. Environmental Requirements CAUTION When installing the product in a cabinet, the convection in and out of the...
General Information VNA Interface Kit Characteristics Electrical and Mechanical Characteristics CAUTION The power supply has auto-ranging line voltage input; be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range. Table 1-4 Power Supply Electrical and Mechanical Characteristics Characteristics Limits Power Requirements: Line Voltage 100 to 240 Vac Line Frequency...
General Information Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic Discharge Protection against ESD (electrostatic discharge) is essential while connecting, inspecting, or cleaning connectors attached to a static-sensitive circuit (such as those found in test sets). Static electricity can build up on your body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged.
Troubleshooting General Information General Information No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified WARNING personnel. If you suspect a bad calibration, or if your VNA does not pass the performance verification, follow the steps as shown in Figure 2-1. NOTE This manual contains limited information about VNA system operation.
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Troubleshooting General Information Figure 2-1 Troubleshooting Flowchart Chapter 2...
Troubleshooting Contacting Agilent Contacting Agilent Using the following table, contact Agilent Technologies by internet, telephone, or fax, to get assistance with your test and measurement needs. Table 2-1 Contacting Agilent Online assistance: www.agilent.com/find/assist United States Latin America Canada Europe (tel) 1 800 452 4844...
Safety and Regulatory Information Safety Information Safety Information Review this product and related documentation to familiarize yourself with safety markings and instructions before you operate the instrument. This product has been designed and tested in accordance with international standards. WARNING The WARNING notice denotes a hazard.
Safety and Regulatory Information Safety Information 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.
Safety and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Compliance Notices This product has been designated and tested in accordance with the standards listed on the Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The documentation contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure sate operation and to maintain the product in a safe conditions.
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Safety and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information VNA Interface Kit Declaration of Conformity Chapter 3...
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Safety and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Chapter 3...