Page 1 Refer to the “Instrument History” chapter. Agilent Technologies 83620B/22B/23B/24B/30B 3844A and Below Agilent Technologies 83640B/50B 4040A and Below Agilent Technologies 83623L/30L 3844A and Below Agilent Technologies 83640L/50L 4040A and Below Part Number: 08360-90125 Printed in USA October 2000 © Copyright 1997-2000 Agilent Technologies, Inc.
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Page 6 Safety Notes he following safety notes are used throughout this manual. Familiarize yourself with each of the notes and its meaning before operating this instrument. WA NING 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.
Page 7 General Safety Considerations WA NING 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 The opening of covers or removal of parts is likely to expose dangerous voltages.
Page 8 Always use the three-prong ac power cord supplied with this instrument. CAUTION Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause instrument damage. Before switching on this product, make sure that the line voltage selector switch is set to the voltage of the power supply and the correct fuse is installed.
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Page 10 Preface his manual provides service information for the Agilent echnologies 8360 B-Series swept signal generator and Agilent echnologies 8360 L-Series swept CW generator. Manual Conventions his represents a key physically located on the instrument. ront-Panel Key his indicates a \softkey," a key whose label is determined by the rmware of oftkey the instrument.
Page 11 Instruments Covered By This Manual his manual applies to instruments having a serial number prex listed on the title page (behind the \Documentation Map" tab). Some changes may have to be made to this manual so that it applies directly to each instrument; refer to Chapter 12, \Instrument History," to see what changes may apply to your instrument.
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Page 13: Table Of Contents
ontents 1. Equipment Required Agilent 83620B/22B Required Equipment ....Agilent 83623B/24B Required Equipment ....Agilent 83630B Required Equipment .
Page 14 In Case of Diculty ......2-22 4. Power Accuracy ......2-23 Description and Procedure .
Page 15 Description and Procedure ..... . 2-55 Rise and Fall imes ......2-55 Pulse Leveling Accuracy .
Page 16 Related Adjustments ..... . . 2-94 In case of Diculty ......2-94 20.
Page 17 5. YO Driver Gain and Linearity ....3-15 Description and Procedure ..... . 3-15 Related Performance ests .
Page 18 Band 6 Adjustment (83640B/L and 83650B/L only) ..3-48 Band 7 Adjustment (83650B/L only) ....3-48 Auto racking Verication ....3-49 Single-Band Amplier/Filter Delay .
Page 19 16. AM Delay ....3-80 (8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure ..... . 3-80 Related Performance ests .
Page 20 4. Calibration Constants Introduction ......Denition ......Memory Areas .
Page 21 1. Front Panel Emulation ..... . . 5-17 Description ......5-17 Procedure .
Page 22 6. A23 10 MHz Reference Standard Removal ....7-29 7. 1 ransformer Removal ..... . 7-30 8.
Page 23 11. Option Retrots Introduction ......11-1 Add Attenuator (Add Option 001) ....11-2 Delete Attenuator (Delete Option 001) .
Page 24 Figures 0-1. ypical Serial Number Label ..... 2-1. Internal imebase: Aging Rate est Setup ....2-2.
Page 25 3-10. Switch and Adjustment Locations ....3-17 3-11. Amplier/Multiplier Adjustments Setup ....3-21 3-12.
Page 26 7-11. Front Panel BNC Locations ..... 7-14 7-12. Keyboard Assembly Removal ..... 7-15 7-13.
Page 27 7-62. Motherboard Screws ......7-75 9-1. Module Exchange Program ..... . 9-2.
Page 28 Tables 2-1. Operation Verication Form ..... 2-2. Swept Frequency Accuracy Instrument Settings ... . . 2-14 2-3.
Page 29: Start And Stop Frequencies
2-34. est Record for 83623B and 83624B (6 of 8) ....2-122 2-34. est Record for 83623B and 83624B (7 of 8) ....2-123 2-34.
Page 30 3-5. Frequency Ranges ......3-50 3-6. ALC Oset Calibration Constant Default Values ... . 3-63 3-7.
Page 31: Equipment Required
Equipment Required Each list is shown below. he page number of each list is also included Require Equipment for easy access. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Agilent 83620B/22B Required Equipment : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Agilent 83623B/24B Required Equipment...
Page 32 gilent 83620B/22B Required Equipment Table 1-1 Required Equipment for 83620B/22B Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 20 GHz ccuracy (P) mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm Spurious Signals Resolution Bandwidth: 10 Hz to 3 MHz...
Page 33 Table 1-1. Required Equipment for 83620B/22B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Software No Substitute P/N 08360-10001 Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) (Shipped with instrument) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) YO Delay ( ) DC ( ) Power Flatness ( ) Range: 50 to +50 VDC...
Page 34 Table 1-1. Required Equipment for 83620B/22B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Oscilloscope Division Ratio: 1:1 HP/ gilent 10437 Internal Pulse ccuracy (P) Probes Oscilloscope Division Ratio: 10:1 HP/ gilent 10431 Swept Frequency Probes ccuracy (P) Frequency Switching Time (P) Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough (P) mp/Mult djustments ( )
Page 35 Table 1-1. Required Equipment for 83620B/22B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Meter Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW HP/ gilent 438 Power Flatness and ccuracy: 0.02 dB ccuracy ( P) Power Flatness ( ) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) Power Sensor Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 2.3 GHz...
Page 36 Table 1-1. Required Equipment for 83620B/22B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Phase Noise Frequency Range (carrier): HP/ gilent 3048 Single Sideband Phase Measurement 0.01 to 18 GHz Noise (P) System Sensitivity: < 70 dBc at 100 Hz oset < 78 dBc at 1 kHz oset <...
Page 37 Table 1-1. Required Equipment for 83620B/22B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model ttenuator Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz HP/ gilent 8493C Power ccuracy (P) Maximum Input Power: 300 mW Opt 010 Spurious Signals ttenuation: 10 dB (Harmonic) (P) Pulse Performance (P) Pulse Performance- lt (P) M ccuracy (P)
Page 38 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 39 gilent 83623B/24B Required Equipment Table 1-2. Required Equipment for 83623B/24B Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 20 GHz ccuracy (P) mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm Spurious Signals Resolution Bandwidth: 10 Hz to 3 MHz...
Page 40 Table 1-2. Required Equipment for 83623B/24B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Software No Substitute P/N 08360-10001 Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) (Shipped with instrument) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) YO Delay ( ) DC ( ) Power Flatness ( ) Range: 50 to +50 VDC...
Page 41 Table 1-2. Required Equipment for 83623B/24B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Oscilloscope Division Ratio: 10:1 HP/ gilent 10431 Swept Frequency Probes ccuracy (P) Frequency Switching Time (P) Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough (P) mp/Mult djustments ( ) mp/Filt djustments ( ) Modulator Oset and Gain ( ) Pulse Pulse Width:...
Page 42 Table 1-2. Required Equipment for 83623B/24B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 2.3 GHz HP/ gilent 8482 Power Flatness (P) Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW Power Flatness ( ) Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( )
Page 43 Table 1-2. Required Equipment for 83623B/24B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Frequency Frequency: 10 MHz HP/ gilent 5061 / Internal Timebase: ging < Standard Stability: 1 x 10 HP/ gilent 5071 Rate (P) 10 MHz Standard ( ) Microwave Frequency Range: 1.5 to 18 GHz HP/ gilent 8348 FM Bandwidth (P)
Page 44 Table 1-2. Required Equipment for 83623B/24B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model 3.7 GHz Low P/N 9135-0191 Pulse Modulation Video Pass Filter Feedthrough (P) 130 MHz K & L Microwave Pulse Modulation Video Bessel Low 5LL30-130/BT2400/BP Feedthrough (P) Pass Filter 500 MHz Low Mini-Circuits Pulse Modulation Video...
Page 45 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 46 gilent 83630B Required Equipment Table 1-3. Required Equipment for 83630B Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 22 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer (26.5 GHz with external mixers) ccuracy (P) Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 22 GHz Spurious Signals mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm (Harmonic) (P)
Page 47 Table 1-3. Required Equipment for 83630B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Software No Substitute P/N 08360-10001 Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) (Shipped with instrument) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) YO Delay ( ) DC ( ) Power Flatness ( ) Range: 50 to +50 VDC...
Page 48 Table 1-3. Required Equipment for 83630B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Oscilloscope Division Ratio: 10:1 HP/ gilent 10431 Swept Frequency ccuracy (P) Probes Frequency Switching Time (P) Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough (P) mp/Mult djustments ( ) mp/Filt djustments ( ) Modulator Oset and Gain ( ) Pulse Pulse Width:...
Page 49 Table 1-3. Required Equipment for 83630B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 2.3 GHz HP/ gilent 8482 Power Flatness (P) Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW Power Flatness ( ) Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( )
Page 50 Table 1-3. Required Equipment for 83630B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Frequency Frequency: 10 MHz HP/ gilent 5061 / Internal Timebase: ging < Standard Stability: 1 x 10 HP/ gilent 5071 Rate (P) 10 MHz Standard ( ) Microwave Frequency Range: 1.5 to 26.5 GHz HP/ gilent 8348B FM Bandwidth (P)
Page 51 Table 1-3. Required Equipment for 83630B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model ttenuator Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz HP/ gilent 8493C Maximum Leveled Power (P) Maximum Input Power: 300 mW Option 020 Pulse Performance (P) ttenuation: 20 dB 3.7 GHz Low P/N 9135-0191 Pulse Modulation Video...
Page 52 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 53 gilent 83640B Required Equipment Table 1-4. Required Equipment for 83640B Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 22 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer (40 GHz with external mixers) ccuracy (P) Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 22 GHz Spurious Signals mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm (Harmonic) (P)
Page 54 Table 1-4. Required Equipment for 83640B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Software No Substitute P/N 08360-10001 Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) (Shipped with instrument) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) YO Delay ( ) DC ( ) Power Flatness ( ) Range: 50 to +50 VDC...
Page 55 Table 1-4. Required Equipment for 83640B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Oscilloscope Division Ratio: 10:1 HP/ gilent 10431 Swept Frequency Probes ccuracy (P) Frequency Switching Time (P) Pulse Performance- lt (P) Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough (P) mp/Mult djustments ( ) mp/Filt djustments ( ) Modulator Oset and Gain ( ) Pulse...
Page 56 Table 1-4. Required Equipment for 83640B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 2.3 GHz HP/ gilent 8482 Power Flatness (P) Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW Power Flatness ( ) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) Power Flatness ( )
Page 57 Table 1-4. Required Equipment for 83640B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Frequency Frequency: 10 MHz HP/ gilent 5061 / Internal Timebase: ging < Standard Stability: 1 x 10 HP/ gilent 5071 Rate (P) 10 MHz Standard ( ) Microwave Frequency Range: 1.5 to 26.5 GHz HP/ gilent 8348 FM Bandwidth (P)
Page 58 Table 1-4. Required Equipment for 83640B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model 3.7 GHz Low P/N 9135-0191 Pulse Modulation Video Pass Filter Feedthrough (P) 130 MHz K & L Microwave Pulse Modulation Video Bessel Low 5LL30-130/BT2400/BP Feedthrough (P) Pass Filter 500 MHz Low Mini-Circuits Pulse Modulation Video...
Page 59 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 60 gilent 83650B Required Equipment Table 1-5. Required Equipment for 83650B Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 22 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer (50 GHz with external mixers) ccuracy (P) Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 22 GHz Spurious Signals mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm (Harmonic) (P)
Page 61 Table 1-5. Required Equipment for 83650B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Software No Substitute P/N 08360-10001 Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) (Shipped with instrument) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) YO Delay ( ) DC ( ) Power Flatness ( ) Range: 50 to +50 VDC...
Page 62 Table 1-5. Required Equipment for 83650B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Oscilloscope Division Ratio: 10:1 HP/ gilent 10431 Swept Frequency Probes ccuracy (P) Frequency Switching Time (P) Pulse Performance- lt (P) Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough (P) mp/Mult djustments ( ) mp/Filt djustments ( ) Modulator Oset and Gain ( )
Page 63 Table 1-5. Required Equipment for 83650B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 2.3 GHz HP/ gilent 8482 Power Flatness (P) Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW Power Flatness ( ) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) Power Flatness ( )
Page 64 Table 1-5. Required Equipment for 83650B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Frequency Frequency: 10 MHz HP/ gilent 5061 / Internal Timebase: ging < Standard Stability: 1 x 10 HP/ gilent 5071 Rate (P) 10 MHz Standard ( ) Microwave Frequency Range: 1.5 to 26.5 GHz HP/ gilent 8348 FM Bandwidth (P)
Page 65 Table 1-5. Required Equipment for 83650B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model 3.7 GHz Low P/N 9135-0191 Pulse Modulation Video Pass Filter Feedthrough (P) 130 MHz K & L Microwave Pulse Modulation Video Bessel Low 5LL30-130/BT2400/BP Feedthrough (P) Pass Filter 500 MHz Low Mini-Circuits Pulse Modulation Video...
Page 66 Table 1-5. Required Equipment for 83650B (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model R{Band Coax WR28 to PC 2.4 mm (f) R281 Spurious Signals dapter (Harmonic) (P) Pulse Performance- lt (P) Q{Band Coax WR22 to PC 2.4 mm (f) Q281 Spurious Signals dapter (Harmonic) (P) Pulse Performance- lt (P)
Page 67 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 68 gilent 83623L Required Equipment Table 1-6. Required Equipment for 83623L Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 20 GHz ccuracy (P) mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm Spurious Signals Resolution Bandwidth: 10 Hz to 3 MHz...
Page 69 Table 1-6. Required Equipment for 83623L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Digitizing Dual Channel HP/ gilent 54110 / Internal Timebase: ging Oscilloscope Bandwidth: DC to 300 MHz Rate (P) HP/ gilent 54111D Input Impedance: 1 M and 50 Swept Frequency HP/ gilent 54222 / Vertical Sensitivity: 5 mV/Div...
Page 70 Table 1-6. Required Equipment for 83623L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 2.3 GHz HP/ gilent 8482 Power Flatness (P) Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW Power Flatness ( ) Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) Power Flatness and ccuracy ( P) Step ttenuator Flatness ( )
Page 71 Table 1-6. Required Equipment for 83623L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model ttenuator Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 20 GHz HP/ gilent 8493C Power ccuracy (P) Maximum Input Power: 300 mW Opt 010 Spurious Signals ttenuation: 10 dB (Harmonic) (P) mp/Mult djustments ( ) mp/Filt djustments ( ) Step ttenuator Flatness ( )
Page 72 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 73 gilent 83630L Required Equipment Table 1-7. Required Equipment for 83630L Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 22 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer (26.5 GHz with external mixers) ccuracy (P) Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 22 GHz Spurious Signals mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm (Harmonic) (P)
Page 74 Table 1-7. Required Equipment for 83630L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Digitizing Dual Channel HP/ gilent 54110 / Internal Timebase: ging Oscilloscope Bandwidth: DC to 300 MHz Rate (P) HP/ gilent 54111D Input Impedance: 1 M and 50 Swept Frequency HP/ gilent 54222 / Vertical Sensitivity: 5 mV/Div...
Page 75 Table 1-7. Required Equipment for 83630L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 50 MHz to 26.5 GHz HP/ gilent 8485D Step ttenuator Flatness ( ) Power Range: 100 pW to 10 Step ttenuator Flatness ( P) Power Sensor Frequency Range: 50 MHz to 26.5 GHz HP/ gilent 8485...
Page 76 Table 1-7. Required Equipment for 83630L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model ttenuator Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 26.5 GHz HP/ gilent 8493C Power ccuracy (P) Maximum Input Power: 300 mW Opt 010 Spurious Signals ttenuation: 10 dB (Harmonic) (P) mp/Mult djustments ( ) mp/Filt djustments ( ) Step ttenuator Flatness ( )
Page 77 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 78 gilent 83640L Required Equipment Table 1-8. Required Equipment for 83640L Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 22 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer (40 GHz with external mixers) ccuracy (P) Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 22 GHz Spurious Signals mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm (Harmonic) (P)
Page 79 Table 1-8. Required Equipment for 83640L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Digitizing Dual Channel HP/ gilent 54110 / Internal Timebase: ging Oscilloscope Bandwidth: DC to 300 MHz Rate (P) HP/ gilent 54111D Input Impedance: 1 M and 50 Swept Frequency HP/ gilent 54222 / Vertical Sensitivity: 5 mV/Div...
Page 80 Table 1-8. Required Equipment for 83640L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 50 MHz to 40 GHz HP/ gilent 8487 Power ccuracy (P) Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW Power Flatness (P) mp/Filt djustments ( ) LC Power Level ccuracy ( ) Power Flatness ( )
Page 81 Table 1-8. Required Equipment for 83640L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model ttenuator Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 40 GHz HP/ gilent 8490D Maximum Leveled Power (P) Maximum Input Power: 300 mW Option 020 ttenuation: 20 dB ttenuator Frequency Range: 50 MHz to 40 GHz HP/ gilent 8490D Power ccuracy (P) Maximum Input Power: 300 mW...
Page 82 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 83 gilent 83650L Required Equipment Table 1-9. Required Equipment for 83650L Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Spectrum Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 22 GHz HP/ gilent 8566B Swept Frequency nalyzer (50 GHz with external mixers) ccuracy (P) Frequency Span: 0 Hz, 100 Hz to 22 GHz Spurious Signals mplitude Range: +20 to 100 dBm (Harmonic) (P)
Page 84 Table 1-9. Required Equipment for 83650L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Digitizing Dual Channel HP/ gilent 54110 / Internal Timebase: ging Oscilloscope Bandwidth: DC to 300 MHz Rate (P) HP/ gilent 54111D Input Impedance: 1 M and 50 Swept Frequency HP/ gilent 54222 / Vertical Sensitivity: 5 mV/Div...
Page 85 Table 1-9. Required Equipment for 83650L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model Power Sensor Frequency Range: 50 MHz to 50 GHz HP/ gilent 8487 Power ccuracy (P) Power Range: 1 W to 100 mW Power Flatness (P) mp/Filt djustments ( ) LC Power Level ccuracy ( ) Power Flatness ( )
Page 86 Table 1-9. Required Equipment for 83650L (continued) Instrument Critical Specications Recommended Model ttenuator Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 50 GHz HP/ gilent 8490D Maximum Leveled Power (P) Maximum Input Power: 300 mW Option 020 Pulse Performance (P) ttenuation: 20 dB ttenuator Frequency Range: 50 MHz to 50 GHz HP/ gilent 8490D...
Page 87 he following list of adapters and cables is provided for convenience. hey may be used in equipment setups for performance tests or adjustments. SMA (m) to SMA (m) adapter 1250-1159 SMA (f) to SMA (f) adapter 1250-1158 SMB (m) to SMB (m) adapter 1250-0669 SMB (f) to SMB (f) adapter 1250-0672...
Page 88: Performance Tests
Performance Tests How to Use This Chapter Use the procedures in this chapter to test the electrical performance of the synthesizer. hese tests do not require access to the interior of the instrument. he synthesizer must warm up for at least one hour before the electrical specications are valid.
Page 89: List Of Ests
List of Tests he following is a list of this chapter's tests and the page number that each test is located on: Operation Verication Tests : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 2-5 Performance Tests : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 2-8 : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 1.
Page 90: Equipment Required
Equipment equired he equipment required to perform the tests in this chapter is listed in Chapter 1. You may use any equipment that meets the critical specications given. Test ecord est records are supplied at the end of this chapter. Use a test record when you perform a full calibration of your synthesizer.
Page 91: Operation Veri Cation
Operation Verification he following procedures meet the needs of most incoming inspections (80% verication), and provide a reasonable assurance that the instrument is functioning properly. he Operation Verication Form is located below. Perform these operation verication procedures in the order given and record the pass/fail results in the Operation Verication Form.
Page 92: Self-Tests
1. Self-tests 1. Perform the full self-tests contained in the instrument rmware. No additional test equipment is required. Press elftest (Full) SERVICE he synthesizer executes a series of self-tests. When completed, the following message is displayed if all the tests passed: LL SELF-TESTS H VE P SSED! Occasionally, the self-tests may fail when it is run remotely or when external Note...
Page 93 3. Power Flatness 1. Follow the procedure for this performance test given in this chapter. 2. If the synthesizer passes this test, record on the operation verication form and Pass continue to the next test, \Maximum Leveled Power." If the synthesizer fails, record on the operation verication form and then follow the Fail \In Case of Diculty"...
Page 94: Internal Imebase: Aging Rate
PERFORM NCE TESTS 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate Description and Procedure his procedure checks the accuracy of the internal timebase. he time required for a specic phase change is measured both before and after a specied waiting period. he aging rate is inversely proportional to the absolute value of the dierence in the measured times.
Page 95 Frequency changes due either to a change in orientation with respect to the earth's magnetic eld, or to a change in altitude, usually go away when the instrument is returned to its original position. A frequency change due to mechanical shock usually appears as a xed frequency error.
Page 96 2. On the oscilloscope, adjust the external triggering for a display of the 10MHz REF OU PU signal from the synthesizer: Channel 1: Display Volts/Division 120 mV Input Coupling Input Impedance 50 Channel 2: Display Timebase: Time/Division 5 ns Delay Delay Reference At center weep Trig'd...
Page 97: Related Adjustments
360 phase shift is too short for an accurate measurement. If the 360 phase shift takes less than two minutes, perform the \10 MHz Standard" adjustment. 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-10 Performance Tests...
Page 98: Swept Frequency Accuracy
2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Description and Procedure With the synthesizer in swept mode, the spectrum analyzer is set to zero span at the measurement frequency. As the synthesizer sweeps through the spectrum analyzer frequency setting, a signal is generated on the spectrum analyzer's video output that is input to the oscilloscope.
Page 99 pan: 0 Hz Reference Level: 0 dBm cale Log: 10 dB/div Resolution Bandwidth: 100 kHz 3. Set the oscilloscope as follows: rigger 3 is a trigger enable that ensures that channel 2 (the true trigger) Note triggers only on a forward sweep after the specied number of events. Channel 1: Display Volts/Division...
Page 100 Timebase: Time/Division Delay Delay Reference At center weep Triggered Trigger: Trigger Mode Edge Trigger rc Chan 2 Trigger Level 1.6 V Trigger rc Trig 3 Trigger Level 1.6 V Trigger Mode Events Trigger After Positive Edge Trigger On Trig 3 Trigger On 33 events Trigger Of...
Page 101 Table 2-2. wept Frequency Accuracy Instrument ettings ynthesizer pectrum Analyzer Oscilloscope Frequency Frequency (GHz) Center Frequency Trigger Events Error Percent (GHz) tart 0.01 5.357325 0.01 5.98099375 1052 2.10 3.20625 3.26875 5.215625 1030 5.653125 1170 6.90625 1571 13.5 7.1990625 13.5 13.296875 1551 15.20 19.696875...
Page 102 Figure 2-3. Video ignal on the Oscilloscope 6. Note the nal center frequency setting required to center the video signal. 7. Record the dierence between the initial center frequency setting and the value noted in step 6 in able 2-2 as frequency error. 8.
Page 103 For 83630B/L only: Table 2-4. Additional Instrument ettings ynthesizer pectrum Analyzer Oscilloscope Frequency Frequency (GHz) Center Frequency Trigger Events Error Percent (GHz) tart 0.01 26.5 5.45700625 26.5 2.18375 26.5 6.7775 26.5 7.145 26.5 13.3925 26.5 13.6375 26.5 19.7625 1161 26.5 20.13 1185 26.5...
Page 104: Related Adjustments
1. Verify that the spectrum analyzer frequency is accurate. If necessary, calibrate the frequency with the synthesizer's 10 MHz reference connected to the spectrum analyzer's external reference. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests...
Page 105: Frequency Switching Ime
3. Frequency Switching Time Description and Procedure he synthesizer's Z-AXIS BLANK/MARKER output goes active high when a change in frequency is initiated, and returns low when the synthesizer settles at the new frequency. Using an oscilloscope to monitor this output, the frequency switching time is measured in CW, step sweep, and frequency list modes.
Page 106 CW Frequency witching Time (Across Bandswitch Points) 2. On the oscilloscope, set: Channel 1: Display Preset Input Coupling Input Impedance 1 M Channel 2: Display Timebase: Time/Division 10 ms Delay Reference At left Delay 10 ms weep Triggered Trigger: Trigger Mode Edge Trigger rc Chan 1...
Page 107: Frequency Menu
tepped weep Frequency witching Time (Within a Frequency Band) 9. On the synthesizer, press: FREQUENCY tep wp Menu tep ize MENU tep Dwell START STOP SINGLE SWEEP weep Mode tep MENU SINGLE 10. On the oscilloscope, set: Channel 1: Display Preset Input Coupling Timebase:...
Page 108 Frequency List for Synthesizers with 0.01 GHz Capability Frequency (GHz): 13.5 20.0 26.5 40.0 Disregard if beyond your synthesizer's capability. Frequency List for Synthesizers without 0.01 GHz Capability Frequency (GHz): 13.5 20.0 26.5 40.0 Disregard if beyond your synthesizer's capability. 19.
Page 109: Related Adjustments
1. Verify that the oscilloscope triggers when stepping between two frequencies. If necessary, adjust the trigger level on the oscilloscope. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-22 Performance Tests...
Page 110: Power Accuracy
4. Power ccuracy Description and Procedure Using a power meter, check the power accuracy of the synthesizer at several CW frequencies. At each frequency, verify that the actual output power is within specication over the full dynamic range of the ALC loop. 1.
Page 111: Related Adjustments
Table 2-8. Power Accuracy Frequencies Frequency Measured Dierence Measured Dierence (GHz) 10 dBm 10 dBm 10.0 18.0 23.0 28.0 36.0 45.0 Disregard if beyond your synthesizer's capability. 8. On the power meter, set the power sensor calibration factor for the frequency to be measured.
Page 112: In Case Of DiCulty
In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-25 Power Accuracy...
Page 113: Power Flatness
5. Power Flatness Description and Procedure his procedure uses the user atness correction array to automatically measure power atness. he power meter is connected directly to the synthesizer's RF output. he synthesizer controls the power meter via GPIB while the power meter measures the RF output. ( here cannot be another controller on the GPIB during this test.) If the synthesizer has a step attenuator, it is set to 0 dB so that any input into the atness array indicates the RF output power atness.
Page 114: High Band Power Flatness
1. he power meter must be an HP/Agilent 437B. 2. he correct calibration factors for the power sensor must be loaded. 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360...
Page 115: Maximum Leveled Power
6. Maximum Leveled Power his performance test is not valid unless the synthesizer meets both its power Note accuracy and power atness specications. Perform those tests rst. Description and Procedure he unleveled status indicator is displayed when the instrument is unleveled as the synthesizer sweeps over specic frequency ranges in fast continuous sweep, and fast and slow single sweep operation.
Page 116: Related Adjustments
20.0 GHz (Option 001 only) Related Adjustments Amplier/Multiplier Adjustments Amplier/Filter Adjustments Modulator Oset and Gain In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-29 Maximum Leveled Power...
Page 117: External Leveling
7. External Leveling Description and Procedure he synthesizer is set up to externally level using a negative crystal detector. A DVM measures the crystal detector DC output. A 1000 pf capacitor across the DVM input limits the eect of any small signals generated by the DVM. he synthesizer power level is set to the minimum allowable limit and then is increased until the power output is leveled.
Page 118: Related Adjustments
2. If the DVM readings are not within the specications, perform an external detector calibration (under the key.) USER CAL 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-31...
Page 119: Spurious Signals (Harmonics & Subharmonics)
8. Spurious Signals (Harmonics & Subharmonics) Description and Procedure Use this procedure to measure the synthesizer's harmonics and subharmonics over its entire frequency range. Harmonics are integer multiples of the synthesizer RF output frequency and subharmonics are fractional multiples of the YO frequency. Subharmonics do not exist at all frequencies.
Page 120: Corresponding Yo Frequency Ranges And Rf Output Frequencies
< Harmonic Measurement 20 GHz 3. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2-9. 4. On the synthesizer, press: Set the maximum specied leveled power. POWER LEVEL SWEEP Manual weep MENU 5. On the spectrum analyzer, set the rst set of start and stop frequencies from able 2-9. hen set: Reference Level: 20 dBm...
Page 121 For the 83624B, 83623B/L, 83640B/L, and 83650B/L and all for instruments with Option 006: On the test record, record the value of the worst case harmonic for RF output < frequencies of 10 to 50 MHz and 50 MHz to 2.0 GHz. 9.
Page 122: Harmonic Measurement 20 To 26.5 Ghz
10. For each set of start and stop frequencies given in able 2-9 manually sweep the synthesizer across the frequency range and check the spectrum analyzer display for harmonics subharmonics. 11. Compare the harmonics/subharmonics to the specications listed in the test record and verify any that are within 5 dB of specication with the \Harmonic/Subharmonic <...
Page 123: Corresponding Yo Frequency Ranges And Rf Output Frequencies
14. On the spectrum analyzer, select the external mixer for the 20 to 26.5 GHz frequency range and set the reference level oset to compensate for the mixer's conversion loss at 23 GHz. 15. On the synthesizer, press: 16. Set the microwave amplier output power level to +16 dBm. 17.
Page 124: Harmonic Measurement 26.5 To 40 Ghz
Harmonic Measurement 26.5 to 40 GHz Disregar if beyon your synthesizer's capability. 22. Replace the HP/Agilent 11970K mixer with the HP/Agilent 11970A Mixer (26.5 to 40 GHz). 23. On the spectrum analyzer, select the external mixer for the 26.5 to 40 GHz frequency range and set the reference level oset to compensate for the mixer's conversion loss at 33 GHz.
Page 125: 20 Ghz
33. On the spectrum analyzer, set: Center Frequency: 40 GHz Frequency pan: 1 MHz Adjust the reference level to position the signal peak at the top reference graticule. Use this reference level for all harmonic measurements. 34. On the spectrum analyzer, set: tart Frequency: 38 GHz top Frequency: 50 GHz...
Page 126 2. On the spectrum analyzer, set: Frequency: ame frequency as the synthesizer pan: 1 MHz Reference Level: 15 dBm cale Log: 5 dB/Division Bandwidth Resolution: 10 kHz Video Bandwidth: 30 kHz 3. Measure the synthesizer RF output amplitude with the spectrum analyzer marker. 4.
Page 127: Related Adjustments
60 dBm)] [10 + 60 dBm] 70 dBc Related Adjustments None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-40 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 purious ignals (Harmonics ubharmonics)
Page 128: Spurious Signals (Non-Harmonic)
9. Spurious Signals (Non-Harmonic) Description and Procedure Use this procedure to measure known, xed, oset spurs that are generated in the frequency synthesis section of the synthesizer. he synthesizer is set to various CW frequencies where these spurious signals will most likely occur. hen the spectrum analyzer is tuned to the spur frequencies to measure their levels.
Page 129 6. On the spectrum analyzer, set the marker to the highest peak and then set the marker to center frequency. Decrease the frequency span to 100 Hz keeping the signal centered on the display and then repeat the marker peak search and set the marker to center frequency.
Page 130 10. Locate the spur corresponding to the spectrum analyzer frequency (see able 2-12) and use the marker to measure its amplitude. If the spur is in the noise level, use the noise level amplitude (this gives a worst case value). dBm Spur Absolute Amplitude 11.
Page 131: Low Band Mixer Spurs
Related Adjustments Fractional-N Reference and API Spurs In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-44 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 purious ignals (Non-Harmonic)
Page 132: Spurious Signals (Line-Related)
10. Spurious Signals (Line-Related) Description and Procedure Use this procedure to measure line-related spurs. he synthesizer is placed at a CW frequency where the synthesizer is most sensitive to line-related spurs. he spectrum analyzer measures the RF output oset by the harmonics of the line power frequency (60 Hz or 50 Hz). o eliminate measuring the spectrum analyzer line-related spurs, an Invertron is used to operate the spectrum analyzer at a dierent line frequency so that its own spurs will not aect the measurement.
Page 133 Marker: et to 6.99 GHz 6. On the spectrum analyzer, set the marker to the highest peak and note the frequency dierence of the marker from the center frequency. Calibrate the spectrum analyzer frequency oset so that the signal peak is in the center of the display. 7.
Page 134: Related Adjustments
Related Adjustments None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-47 purious ignals (Line-Related)
Page 135: 11. Single Sideband Phase Noise
11. Single Sideband Phase Noise Description and Procedure his procedure uses a phase noise measurement system. It is the fastest and most accurate method for measuring phase noise. 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2-13. Preset the equipment and let them warm up for at least one hour.
Page 136 Figure 2-13. ingle ideband Phase Noise Test etup Equipment Phase Noise Measurement System HP/Agilent 3048A Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-49 ingle ideband Phase Noise...
Page 137 2. Load the measurement software for the phase noise measurement system. 3. On the synthesizer, press: 6.99 POWER LEVEL 4. On the phase noise measurement system, set: Measurement Type: phase locked tart Offset Freq: 100 Hz top Freq: 2 MHz Minimum Averages: Carrier Frequency: 6.99 GHz Det Input Freq:...
Page 138: Related Adjustments
3. Note where the problem occurs (carrier frequency and oset frequency from the carrier) and refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests...
Page 139: Pulse Modulation On/O Ratio
12. Pulse Modulation On/Off Ratio For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure Using a spectrum analyzer, the synthesizer's CW RF output power is measured both with pulse on and with pulse o. he dierence in power is the pulse on/o ratio. 1.
Page 140 2. On the synthesizer, press: he rst center frequency in able 2-17. For the 83623B/24B only: Set the power level to 0 dBm by pressing: POWER LEVEL For all other synthesizers: Set the power level to 9.9 dBm by pressing: POWER LEVEL Then, for all synthesizers: Press: FREQUENCY Up/Dn ize CW...
Page 141: Related Adjustments
1 kHz, and retest at that point. If the on/o ratio is bad, it will be bad over greater than a 100 kHz region. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-54 Performance Tests...
Page 142: Pulse Performance (For B-Series Only)
13. Pulse Performance For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure In this procedure, the synthesizer's RF output is displayed directly on a high-bandwidth digitizing oscilloscope where the rise and fall times are measured and a comparison of pulsed and CW power level accuracy is made. Power level accuracy is checked at a 10 Hz pulse repetition rate to verify its operation at the slowest specied rate.
Page 143 (asterisk on) Leveling Mode earch (asterisk on) Tracking Menu Peak RF Always USER CAL Table 2-18. ynthesizer Frequencies ynthesizer Risetime Falltime Level Frequencies (GHz) Accuracy 15.0 23.0 28.0 35.0 45.0 Disregard if beyond your synthesizer's capability. Note he CW frequencies checked provide a minimum verication of pulse performance.
Page 144 Display Mode Persistence Display Time 1 sec creen ingle On the oscilloscope, turn the waveform math function on. hen use the Note waveform math maximum function to determine the pulse envelope when making the following measurements. 5. On the synthesizer, press: (asterisk on) Pulse On/Off Extrnl or, for synthesizers with Option 002, press:...
Page 145 7. Adjust the timebase delay to position the falling edge of the pulse near the center of the oscilloscope display. 8. Measure the falltime the same way as you measured the risetime (see step 6). Record this value in able 2-18. 9.
Page 146: Related Adjustments
Pass , record \Fail" on the test record. Fail Related Adjustments None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-59 Pulse Performance...
Page 147: Description And Procedure
14. Pulse Performance ( lternate Procedure) For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure In this procedure, the synthesizer's RF output is downconverted in frequency so that an oscilloscope can measure the rise and fall times and make a comparison of pulsed and CW power level accuracy.
Page 148 Figure 2-18. Pulse Performance Test etup 20 GHz Equipment Local Oscillator (Synthesized Sweeper) 83620A/B Digitizing Oscilloscope HP/Agilent 54111D Preamplier HP/Agilent 8447F Mixer P/N 0955-0307 Attenuator 6 dB HP/Agilent 8493C Option 006 Attenuator 10 dB HP/Agilent 8490D Option 010 (83640B/50B) Attenuator 10 dB HP/Agilent 8493C Option 010 (83620B/22B/23B/24B/30B) Agilent 8360...
Page 149: Ghz
3. On the synthesizer, press: First synthesizer frequency in able 2-19. POWER LEVEL (asterisk on) Leveling Point Internal (asterisk on) Leveling Mode earch 4. On the local oscillator (83620A/B), set the center frequency to the rst LO frequency in able 2-19. hen set: Power Level: 10 dBm RF Power:...
Page 150 6. On the oscilloscope, set: Channel 1: Display Volts/Division 100 mV Offset Input Coupling Input Impedance 50 ohms Channel 2: Display Timebase: Time/Division 10 ns Delay 100 ns Delay Reference At center Trigger: Trigger Mode Edge Trigger ource Chan 2 Trigger Level Display: Display Mode...
Page 151: Pulse Leveling Accuracy 20 Ghz
8. On the oscilloscope: a. Adjust the timebase delay to position the rising edge of the pulsed RF near the center of the display. b. Adjust the channel 1 volts/division and oset to obtain a 5 division signal level between the RF power o and the RF power on (see Figure 2-19). c.
Page 152 14. On the synthesizer, press: First synthesizer frequency in able 2-19 POWER LEVEL Leveling Mode Normal (asterisk on) Pulse On/Off Extrnl 15. On the spectrum analyzer, set the center frequency to the rst frequency in able 2-19. 16. On the oscilloscope, set: Channel 1: Volts/Division 30 mV...
Page 153 18. Use the oscilloscope's waveform math maximum function to determine the peak power level (if the waveform math function was previously on, clear the display before executing this step.) Use the oscilloscope's feature and position marker 1 at the center of elta V the peak power as displayed by the math waveform (the width of the waveform is caused by noise in the system.) Leave the marker at that position.
Page 154 Rise and Fall Times 20 GHz Disregar if beyon your synthesizer's capability. > Figure 2-20. Pulse Performance Test etup 20 GHz Equipment Spectrum Analyzer HP/Agilent 8566B Digitizing Oscilloscope HP/Agilent 54111D Microwave Amplier HP/Agilent 11975A RF Amplier HP/Agilent 8447F Pulse Generator HP/Agilent 8116A Harmonic Mixer HP/Agilent 11970K...
Page 155: Procedure 26.5 To 40 Ghz
Table 2-20. Risetime and Falltime Values CW Frequency Risetime Falltime Level Accuracy 23 GHz 28 GHz 35 GHz 45 GHz Procedure 20 to 26.5 GHz. 25. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2-20 using the HP/Agilent 11970K Mixer. 26. On the synthesizer, press: POWER LEVEL (asterisk on) Leveling Point Intrnl...
Page 156: Procedure 40 Ghz To 50 Ghz
Procedure 20 to 26.5 GHz. 34. Replace the HP/Agilent 11970Q Mixer with the HP/Agilent 11970K Mixer. 35. On the synthesizer, press: 36. Repeat steps 13 through 22 and record the level accuracy in able 2-20. 37. For 83630B only, record the worst case level accuracy from able 2-19 and able 2-20 on the test record.
Page 157: Related Adjustments
0.3 dB variation should be approximately equal on both sides. ry a lower synthesizer power level to get the amplier out of saturation. 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-70 Performance Tests...
Page 158: 15. Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough
15. Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure In CW, at specied maximum leveled power, the synthesizer is pulse modulated using a pulse generator. he synthesizer's RF output is ltered (only the video feedthrough passes), amplied, and displayed on an oscilloscope. Because of the low amplitude of the video feedthrough, a preamplier is used in the test setup;...
Page 159 Equipment Pulse Generator HP/Agilent 8116A Digitizing Oscilloscope HP/Agilent 54111D Preamplier HP/Agilent 8447F 130 MHz Filter K & L Microwave 5LL30-130/B 2400/BP 500 MHz Low Pass Filter Mini-Circuits SLP-550 3.7 GHz Filter P/N 9135-0191 Attenuator 6 dB HP/Agilent 8493C Option 006 (83620B/22B/30B/40B/50B) Attenuator 20 dB HP/Agilent 8493C Option 020...
Page 160: System Calibration
ystem Calibration he pulse generator output level can be aected by loading. Leave the pulse Note generator connected to the oscilloscope's channel 2 (through the BNC tee) as you set the output level. 4. On the oscilloscope, set: Channel 1: Display Volts/Division 50 mV...
Page 161: Low Band Video Feedthrough
Input Impedance 50 Trigger: Trigger Mode Edge Trigger ource Channel 1 Trigger Level 0.4 V Trigger lope Negative 9. On the oscilloscope, note the pulse amplitude: 10. Calculate the video gain: Video gain = system Vp (from step 9) pulse generator Vp = system Vp 1 Vp Video Gain =...
Page 162 14. On the oscilloscope, set: Channel 1: Display Volts/Division 0.01 V Offset Input Coupling Input Impedance 50 Channel 2: Display Volts/Division Offset Timebase: Time/Division 200 ns Delay 400 ns Delay Reference At center Trigger: Trigger Mode Edge Trigger ource Channel 2 Trigger Level Trigger lope Positive...
Page 163 Figure 2-22. Measuring Maximum Voltage from the Baseline Video Feedthrough 17. Using the video gain from step 10, the video feedthrough (Vp) from step 16, and the carrier voltage from able 2-22 calculate the video feedthrough as a percent of carrier power: Video feedthrough (%) = [(video Vp/carrier Vp)x100]/video gain Table 2-22.
Page 164: Video Feedthrough 2 Ghz
26. Record the worst case value in able 2-23 on the test record. Related Adjustments None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-77...
Page 165: Am Accuracy
16. M ccuracy For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure his procedure measures the AM accuracy of the synthesizer. he local oscillator and mixer are used to downconvert the synthesizer frequency to the frequency range of the measuring receiver (an HP/Agilent 11793A Microwave Converter can be substituted for the mixer). For measurements above 20 GHz RF output frequency, a spectrum analyzer with external mixer are used to downconvert to a 321.4 MHz RF.
Page 166: For Instruments With Option 002 Only
Equipment Function Generator HP/Agilent 3325A Digital Voltmeter HP/Agilent 3456A Measuring Receiver HP/Agilent 8902A Attenuator 10 dB HP/Agielnt 8490D Option 010 (83640B/50B) Attenuator 10 dB HP/Agilent 8493C Option 010 (83620B/23B/30B) 4. On the synthesizer, press: POWER LEVEL (asterisk on) AM Cal Menu AM BW Cal Always USER CAL 5.
Page 167: High Band 2 Ghz And 20 Ghz
< High Band 2 GHz and 20 GHz 12. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2-24. Figure 2-24. AM Accuracy Test etup 20 GHz Equipment Function Generator HP/Agilent 3325A Digital Voltmeter HP/Agilent 3456A Local Oscillator (Synthesized Sweeper) 83620A/B Measuring Receiver HP/Agilent 8902A Attenuator 10 dB HP/Agilent 8490D Option 010...
Page 168: For Instruments With Option 002 Only
15. On the function generator, set: Function: ine wave Frequency: 1 kHz DC Offset: 0 mV Set the amplitude to 600 mV p-p and verify this amplitude with the DVM. Note that the DVM measures in V rms (V rms x 1.414 x 2 = V p-p). 16.
Page 169 > Figure 2-25. AM Accuracy Test etup 20 GHz Equipment Spectrum Analyzer HP/Agilent 8566B Microwave Amplier HP/Agilent 11975A Measuring Receiver HP/Agilent 8902A Harmonic Mixer P/N 0955-0307 Function Generator HP/Agilent 3325A Attenuator 10 dB HP/Agilent 8490D Option 010 23. On the synthesizer, press: POWER LEVEL (asterisk o) AM On/Off 100%/V...
Page 170: For Instruments With Option 002 Only
50 system, use a DVM to measure the AM input signal level while it is connected to the synthesizer. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360...
Page 171: Am Bandwidth
17. M Bandwidth For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure his test veries that the peak RF output power does not vary more than a specied amount over the specied amplitude modulation rate frequency range. he spectrum analyzer with the tracking generator operates as a network analyzer to measure the atness. Flatness errors associated with the tracking generator and spectrum analyzer are calibrated out of the measurement.
Page 172 dB/Div: 1 dB Range: 5 dBm Tracking Generator Amplitude: Maximum 600 mV p-p (212 mV rms on the DVM) 3. On the spectrum analyzer, clear trace A memory. Change the , using the RPG RE LEV knob, to position the trace (dot) on the center horizontal graticule. 4.
Page 173: Related Adjustments
10. Record the smallest bandwidth from able 2-24 on the test record. Related Adjustments None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-86 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 AM Bandwidth...
Page 174: Am Dynamic Range
18. M Dynamic Range For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure In this procedure, a function generator is used to provide a DC voltage to the synthesizer's AM input. he synthesizer is set to 0 dBm output power. AM is enabled and a DC voltage is applied.
Page 175: Normal Am Dynamic Range
Equipment Spectrum Analyzer HP/Agilent 8566B Digital Voltmeter HP/Agilent 3456A Function Generator HP/Agilent 3325A Power Meter HP/Agilent 436A/7A/8A Power Sensor HP/Agilent 8487A (83640B/50B) Power Sensor HP/Agilent 8485A (83620B/22B/23B/24B/30B) 2. On the synthesizer, turn on RF peaking and AM bandwidth calibration. Press: (asterisk on) Tracking Menu Peak RF Always USER CAL...
Page 176: Deep Am Dynamic Range
Table 2-25. Power Meter Readings 1 GHz 12 GHz 2 GHz 13 GHz 3 GHz 14 GHz 4 GHz 15 GHz 5 GHz 16 GHz 6 GHz 17 GHz 7 GHz 18 GHz 8 GHz 19 GHz 9 GHz 20 GHz 10 GHz 21 GHz 11 GHz...
Page 177 Make the following measurements as quickly as possible since the signal Note amplitude is subject to drift when you use deep AM at low levels. If necessary, turning AM o and on again will reset the power level. 19. With a 10 mV resolution, adjust the function generator until you get an OVERMOD message on the synthesizer or until the signal drops into the noise level on the spectrum analyzer.
Page 178: Related Adjustments
In Case of Difficulty 1. Make sure that the most negative voltage without an OVERMOD message is applied. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests...
Page 179: Fm Accuracy
19. FM ccuracy For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure Use this procedure to measure the FM accuracy of the synthesizer. With the synthesizer set to an FM sensitivity of 10 MHz/V, and the function generator providing an FM modulation index of 2.404, the RF output should be a null. he function generator amplitude is adjusted for the Bessel null and the dierence between signals is recorded.
Page 180: Internal Fm (Option 002 Only)
Table 2-27. ynthesizer Frequencies Synthesizer Frequencies External FM Internal FM (GHz) Error (%) Error (%) 10.0 16.0 22.0 Disregard if beyond your synthesizer's capability. 4. On the function generator, set: Function: ine wave Frequency: 1 MHz Amplitude: 480.8 mV p-p (169.96 mV rms) DC Offset: 0 V 5.
Page 181: Related Adjustments
Related Adjustments FM Gain Modulation Generator (Option 002) Modulation Generator Flatness (Option 002) In case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-94 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 FM Accuracy...
Page 182: 20. Fm Bandwidth
20. FM Bandwidth For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure Use this procedure to verify that the RF output power does not vary more than a specied amount over the specied frequency modulation rate frequency range. A low frequency spectrum analyzer with a tracking generator operates as a network analyzer to measure the FM atness.
Page 183 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2-29 with the tracking generator output connected to the channel 1 input of the oscilloscope and to the FM input of the synthesizer (A). A DVM can be used in place of the oscilloscope for rms measurements. Preset all the equipment and let them warm up at least one hour.
Page 184 Figure 2-29. FM Bandwidth Test etup Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-97 FM Bandwidth...
Page 185: Find Quadrature
Equipment Spectrum Analyzer with HP/Agilent 3585A/B racking Generator Digitizing Oscilloscope HP/Agilent 54111D Digital Voltmeter HP/Agilent 3456A Microwave Amplier HP/Agilent 8348A (83620B/22B/23B/24B/30B) Power Splitter HP/Agilent 11667C (83640B/50B) Power Splitter HP/Agilent 11667B (83620B/22B/23B/24B/30B) Mixer P/N 0955-0307 Attenuator 10 dB (2) HP/Agilent 8490D Option 010 (83640B/50B) Attenuator 10 dB (2) HP/Agilent 8493C Option 010...
Page 186: Dc Fm Flatness (Unlocked)
16. Record the smallest bandwidth from able 2-28 on the test record. Related Adjustments FM Gain In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-99...
Page 187: 21. Maximum Fm Deviation
21. Maximum FM Deviation For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure In this procedure, the synthesizer's RF output is monitored directly on a spectrum analyzer for low FM rates. he FM amplitude is increased until the maximum deviation exceeds the specication. For higher FM rates, the FM rate is set so that a Bessel null occurs when the RF peak deviation equals the specication.
Page 188 FREQUENCY Up/Dn ize CW MENU (asterisk on) Tracking Menu Peak RF Always USER CAL 3. On the spectrum analyzer, set: Center Frequency: 1 GHz (5 GHz) Frequency pan: 187.5 MHz Reference Level: 10 dBm 4. Connect the high voltage output (16 V p-p) function generator and set it as follows: Function: ine wave Frequency: 100 Hz...
Page 189: Ac Fm (At 100 Khz) (Using Hp/Agilent 3325A)
12. Circle PASS on the test record if all the results in able 2-29 are PASS. If not, circle FAIL on the test record. AC FM (at 100 kHz) (Using HP/Agilent 3325A) Maximum FM deviation for a 100 kHz rate is limited to a modulation index of Note 5 times n, where n = frequency band.
Page 190 21. On the function generator, increase the amplitude (FM input voltage) until the synthesizer displays an UNLOCK or OVERMOD message. Decrease the FM Input Voltage just until the UNLOCK or OVERMOD message turns o. 22. Record the FM input voltage in the Maximum FM Voltage column of able 2-30. 23.
Page 191: Related Adjustments
1. If the synthesizer remains unlocked, turn AC FM o and begin the procedure from step 13 for the CW frequency in question. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-104 Performance Tests...
Page 192: Internal Pulse Accuracy (Option 002)
22. Internal Pulse ccuracy (Option 002) For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure his performance test uses an oscilloscope to measure the pulse width of the output of the modulation generator (not the pulse width of the RF output). 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2-31. Preset all instruments and let them warm up for at least one hour.
Page 193: Related Adjustments
7. Use the oscilloscope to measure the width of the pulse. Record the value measured on the test record. Related Adjustments None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-106 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Internal Pulse Accuracy...
Page 194: Modulation Meter (Option 002)
23. Modulation Meter (Option 002) For B-Series Only) Description and Procedure he modulation meter measures and displays the value of the externally generated amplitude or frequency modulation. his procedure determines the accuracy of the modulation meter. 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 2-32. Preset the instruments and let them warm up for at least one hour.
Page 195: Related Adjustments
14. Record the FM ME ER value on the test record. Related Adjustments None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 2-108 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Modulation Meter...
Page 196 Table 2-33. Test Record for Agilent 83620B and 83622B (1 of 8) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-109 Agilent 83620B/22B Test Record...
Page 197 Table 2-33. Test Record for 83620B and 83622B (2 of 8) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digital Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer 6.
Page 198 Table 2-33. Test Record for 83620B and 83622B (3 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 199 Table 2-33. Test Record for 83620B and 83622B (4 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 7. External Leveling 3 V 7. Minimum Power 0.2 mV 10. Maximum Power 0.5 V 20 V 8.
Page 200 Table 2-33. Test Record for 83620B and 83622B (5 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 10. Spurious Signals: Line Related 10. t 6.99 GHz: 120 Hz Spur 55 dBc 1 dB 180 Hz Spur 55 dBc 1 dB...
Page 201 Table 2-33. Test Record for 83620B and 83622B (6 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 12. Pulse Modulation On/O Ratio 12. On/O Ratio 80 dB 1 dB 13. Pulse Performance Standard: 10.
Page 202 Table 2-33. Test Record for 83620B and 83622B (7 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty M ccuracy < 2 GHz: M Depth 28.5% 31.5% 0.76% 11. M Depth Opt. 002 28.5% 31.5% 0.76%...
Page 203 Table 2-33. Test Record for 83620B and 83622B (8 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 21. Maximum FM Deviation 12. DC FM Unlocked 100 Hz: 75 MHz Deviation Pass/Fail 2.3 MHz 24.
Page 204 Table 2-34. Test Record for Agilent 83623B and 83624B (1 of 8) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-117 Agilent 83623B/24B Test Record...
Page 205 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623B and 83624B (2 of 8) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digital Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer 6.
Page 206 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623B and 83624B (3 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 207 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623B and 83624B (4 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty Option 001 +18.5 dBm 1.8 dB Opts. 001 and 006 +15.5 dBm 1.8 dB 7. External Leveling 3 V 7.
Page 208 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623B and 83624B (5 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 16. Spur Frequency: 100 MHz Fixed 60 dBc 1 dB 100 MHz Oset 60 dBc 1 dB LO Feedthrough 60 dBc...
Page 209 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623B and 83624B (6 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 7. Osets at 18.0 GHz: 100 Hz to < 1 kHz 60 dBc 2 dB 1 kHz to <...
Page 210 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623B and 83624B (7 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty M ccuracy < 2 GHz: M Depth 28.5% 31.5% 0.76% 11. M Depth Opt. 002 28.5% 31.5% 0.76%...
Page 211 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623B and 83624B (8 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 21. Maximum FM Deviation 12. DC FM Unlocked 100 Hz: 75 MHz Deviation Pass/Fail 2.3 MHz 24.
Page 212 Table 2-35. Test Record for Agilent 83630B (1 of 8) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-125 Agilent 83630B Test Record...
Page 213 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630B (2 of 8) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digital Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer 6. Function Generator 2-126 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Agilent 83630B Test Record...
Page 214 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630B (3 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 215 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630B (4 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty Opt. 001 or Opts. 001 and 006: 0.01 to 26.5 GHz +8.0 dBm 1.7 dB 0.01 to 20 GHz +11.5 dBm 1.7 dB...
Page 216 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630B (5 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 16. Spur Frequency: 100 MHz Fixed 60 dBc 1 dB 100 MHz Oset 60 dBc 1 dB LO Feedthrough 60 dBc 1 dB...
Page 217 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630B (6 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 7. Osets at 18.0 GHz: 100 Hz to < 1 kHz 60 dBc 2 dB 1 kHz to < 10 kHz 68 dBc 2 dB 10 kHz to <...
Page 218 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630B (7 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 15. Pulse Modulation Video Feedthrough 21. < 2 GHz 10 dBm 0.22% 10 dBm 0.4% 2 and 26.5 GHz Standard: 0.2%...
Page 219 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630B (8 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 21. Maximum FM Deviation 12. DC FM Unlocked 100 Hz: 75 MHz Deviation Pass/Fail 2.3 MHz 24. C FM Locked 100 kHz: Modulation Index 1 GHz 500 kHz...
Page 220 Table 2-36. Test Record for Agilent 83640B (1 of 8) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-133 Agilent 83640B Test Record...
Page 221 Table 2-36. Test Record for 83640B (2 of 8) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digital Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer 6. Function Generator 2-134 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Agilent 83640B Test Record...
Page 222 Table 2-36. Test Record for 83640B (3 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 223 Table 2-36. Test Record for the 83640B (4 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty Opt. 001 or Opts. 001 and 006: 0.01 to 40 GHz +4 dBm 1.4 dB 0.01 to < 26.5 GHz +8 dBm 1.8 dB 0.01 to <...
Page 224 Table 2-36. Test Record for the 83640B (5 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 20. Low Band Mixer Spur 60 dBc 1.85 dB 10. Spurious Signals: Line Related 10. t 6.99 GHz: 120 Hz 55 dBc 1 dB...
Page 225 Table 2-36. Test Record for the 83640B (6 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 12. Pulse Modulation On/O Ratio 12. On/O Ratio 80 dB 1 dB 13. Pulse Performance Standard: 10.
Page 226 Table 2-36. Test Record for the 83640B (7 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty M ccuracy Low Band < 2 GHz: M Depth 28.5% 31.5% 0.76% 11. M Depth Opt. 002 28.5% 31.5% 0.76%...
Page 227 Table 2-36. Test Record for the 83640B (8 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 21. Maximum FM Deviation 12. DC FM Unlocked 100 Hz: 75 MHz Deviation Pass/Fail 2.3 MHz 24.
Page 228 Table 2-37. Test Record for Agilent 83650B (1 of 8) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-141 Agilent 83650B Test Record...
Page 229 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650B (2 of 8) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digital Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer 6. Function Generator 2-142 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Agilent 83650B Test Record...
Page 230 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650B (3 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 231 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650B (4 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty Opt. 001 or Opts. 001 and 006: 0.01 to 50 GHz 0 dBm 2.3 dB 0.01 to < 40 GHz +3.0 dBm 1.3 dB 0.01 to <...
Page 232 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650B (5 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 16. Spur Frequency: 100 MHz Fixed 60 dBc 1 dB 100 MHz Oset 60 dBc 1 dB LO Feedthrough 60 dBc 1 dB...
Page 233 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650B (6 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 7. Osets at 18.0 GHz: 100 Hz to < 1 kHz 60 dBc 2 dB 1 kHz to < 10 kHz 68 dBc 2 dB 10 kHz to <...
Page 234 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650B (7 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty M ccuracy Low Band < 2 GHz: M Depth 28.5% 31.5% 0.76% 11. M Depth Opt. 002 28.5% 31.5% 0.76%...
Page 235 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650B (8 of 8) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 21. Maximum FM Deviation 12. DC FM Unlocked 100 Hz: 75 MHz Deviation Pass/Fail 2.3 MHz 24. C FM Locked 100 kHz: Modulation Index 1 GHz 500 kHz...
Page 236 Table 2-34. Test Record for Agilent 83623L (1 of 5) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-149 Agilent 83623L Test Record...
Page 237 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623L (2 of 5) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digitizing Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer 2-150 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Agilent 83623L Test Record...
Page 238 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623L (3 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 239 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623L (4 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 7. External Leveling 3 V 7. Minimum Power 0.2 mV 10. Maximum Power 0.5 V 20 V 8.
Page 240 Table 2-34. Test Record for 83623L (5 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 10. Spurious Signals: Line Related 10. t 6.99 GHz: 120 Hz Spur 55 dBc 1 dB 180 Hz Spur 55 dBc 1 dB 240 Hz Spur...
Page 241 Table 2-35. Test Record for Agilent 83630L (1 of 5) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: 2-154 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Agilent 83630L Test Record...
Page 242 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630L (2 of 5) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digitizing Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-155 Agilent 83630L Test Record...
Page 243 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630L (3 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 244 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630L (4 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty Option 001: 0.01 to 26.5 GHz +8.0 dBm 1.7 dB 0.01 to 20 GHz +11.5 dBm 1.7 dB 7.
Page 245 Table 2-35. Test Record for 83630L (5 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 10. Spurious Signals: Line Related 10. t 6.99 GHz: 120 Hz Spur 55 dBc 1 dB 180 Hz Spur 55 dBc 1 dB 240 Hz Spur...
Page 246 Table 2-36. Test Record for Agilent 83640L (1 of 5) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-159 Agilent 83640L Test Record...
Page 247 Table 2-36. Test Record for 83640L (2 of 5) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digitizing Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer 2-160 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Agilent 83640L Test Record...
Page 248 Table 2-36. Test Record for 83640L (3 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 249 Table 2-36. Test Record for the 83640L (4 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty Option 001: 0.01 to 40 GHz +4 dBm 1.4 dB 0.01 to < 26.5 GHz +8 dBm 1.8 dB 0.01 to <...
Page 250 Table 2-36. Test Record for the 83640L (5 of 5) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 20. Low Band Mixer Spur 60 dBc 1.85 dB 10. Spurious Signals: Line Related 10. t 6.99 GHz: 120 Hz 55 dBc 1 dB...
Page 251 Table 2-37. Test Record for Agilent 83650L (1 of 6) Test Facility: Report Number Date Customer Tested by Model mbient temperature Serial Number Relative humidity Options Line frequency Hz (nominal) Firmware Revision pecial Notes: 2-164 Performance Tests Agilent 8360 Agilnet 83650L Test Record...
Page 252 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650L (2 of 6) Model Report Number Date Test Equipment Used Model Number Trace Number Cal Due Date 1. Digitizing Oscilloscope 2. Measuring Receiver 3. Power Sensor 4. Power Meter 5. Microwave Spectrum nalyzer Agilent 8360 Performance Tests 2-165 Agilnet 83650L Test Record...
Page 253 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650L (3 of 6) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 1. Internal Timebase: ging Rate 7. Calculated Rate 5x10 /day 5.6x10 2. Swept Frequency ccuracy Worst Case Value: 10.
Page 254 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650L (4 of 6) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 6. Maximum Leveled Power Standard: 0.01 to 50 GHz +2.5 dBm 2.3 dB 0.01 to < 40 GHz +5.0 dBm 1.3 dB 0.01 to <...
Page 255 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650L (5 of 6) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 9. Spurious Signals: Non-harmonic 11. Spur Frequency: 60 dBc 1 dB 60 dBc 1 dB 60 dBc 1 dB 60 dBc 1 dB...
Page 256 Table 2-37. Test Record for 83650L (6 of 6) Model Report No. Date Test Minimum Maximum Measurement Test Description pec. Results pec. Uncertainty 11. Single Sideband Phase Noise 7. Osets at 6.99 GHz: 100 Hz to < 1 kHz 70 dBc 2 dB 1 kHz to <...
Page 258 Adjustments How To Use This Chapter Perform these adjustments only if directed by the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series or if a Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e performance test fails. Menu Maps Fold-out menu maps are located in Chapter 6.
Page 259 WA NING 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 The opening of covers or removal of parts is likely to expose dangerous voltages.
Page 260 List of djustments he following is a list of this chapter's adjustments and the page number that each adjustment is located on: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 1.
Page 261 1. 10 MHz Standard Description and Procedure his procedure adjusts the frequency accuracy of the internal 10 MHz time base. his adjustment should be done on a regular basis if absolute frequency accuracy is important (see Figure 3-3.) For best accuracy, readjust the 10 MHz timebase oscillator after the synthesizer has been on or in standby for 24 hours.
Page 262 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-1. Preset all instruments and let them warm up for one hour. Figure 3-1. 10 MHz tandard Adjustment etup Equipment Digitizing Oscilloscope HP/Agilent 54111D Frequency Standard HP/Agilent 5061A If the oscilloscope does not have a 50 input impedance, connect channel 1 Note through a 50 feedthrough.
Page 263 4. Using a non-metallic tool, adjust the A23 10 MHz standard (see Figure 3-2) for minimum horizontal movement of the oscilloscope waveform. Figure 3-2. 10 MHz tandard Adjustment Location 3-6 Adjustments Agilent 8360 10 MHz tandard...
Page 264 10 MHz REF INPU .) 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments...
Page 265 Accuracy Versus Adjustment Interval Figure 3-3 shows the required adjustment interval to maintain a given accuracy. If you know the aging rate, you can determine a more precise adjustment interval. Figure 3-3. Accuracy Versus Adjustment Interval 1. Find the line on Figure 3-3 that corresponds to the 10 MHz timebase oscillator aging rate. ( o determine the aging rate, see \Performance ests.") 2.
Page 266 (in EEPROM). Related Performance Tests Self- ests Swept Frequency Accuracy In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments weep Ramp...
Page 267 3. Sampler ssembly Description and Procedure No test equipment is required for this procedure. here are three sampler assembly adjustments: In the sampler match adjustment, as the internal DVM monitors the loop input to the sampler, trim capacitors are adjusted to optimize the sampler match over the full frequency range of the loop.
Page 268 200 MHz Loop VCO Tune Check 5. In the A6 adjustment menu, select the A6 VCO tune check A6 VCO Tune 6. he following message should be displayed: Ctrim and C60 are OK. If this message is not displayed, refer to troubleshooting. If the three tuning voltages at the bottom of the display (V200, Vavg, and Note V220) are all equal, the 200 MHz phase-locked loop is unlocked.
Page 269 200 MHz Loop Gain Adjustment 11. In the A6 adjustment menu, select the A6 loop gain adjustment, . he A6 Loop Gain synthesizer automatically performs the adjustment. When the message Calibration is displayed, the adjustment is complete. Continue with the Constants should be S VED next step.
Page 270 3. here is some interaction between the adjustments in this procedure. ry an alternate order of adjustments. 4. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments 3-13 ampler Assembly...
Page 271 Figure 3-7. YO Driver +10 V Reference Adjustment Location 5. Select Done Related Performance Tests Self-tests In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 3-14 Adjustments Agilent 8360 YO Driver +10 V Reference...
Page 272 5. YO Driver Gain and Linearity Description and Procedure No test equipment is required for these adjustments. For the gain adjustment, the synthesizer's internal DVM monitors the YO loop error voltage at two frequencies (points B and C in Figure 3-8). When you select the gain potentiometer adjustment, the synthesizer displays the dierence in voltage between points B and C as a \needle"...
Page 273 (in EEPROM). Related Performance Tests Self-tests In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 3-16 Adjustments Agilent 8360 YO Driver Gain and Linearity...
Page 274 1. Be sure to close the A5S1 switches before making the adjustment and open the switches when the adjustment is complete. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360...
Page 275 7. mplifier/Multiplier djustments Description his procedure maximizes RF power by tracking the tuned lter in the amplier/multiplier to the RF output frequency. he amplier/lter output is also monitored. Initial tracking is done in single band sweeps at slow sweep speeds to eliminate the eects of bandcross and hysteresis in the tuning coil.
Page 276 Adjustment Help he following explanations are provided for a better understanding of the amplier/multiplier adjustments. Refer to these explanations as often as necessary. hey will help make these adjustments easier. ( he adjustment procedure follows.) Offset and Gain Adjustments. For all oset and gain adjustments, adjust the bandpass.
Page 277 YTM Bandcross Delay Terms. he Y M Bx Dly terms are either oset or gain terms used only during multi-band sweeps. A1 denotes the oset term for band 1. B1 denotes the gain term for band 1. he oset (A) should be adjusted to maximize power at the beginning of the band. he gain (B) is adjusted to maximize power toward the end of the band.
Page 278 Procedure In this procedure, some calibration constants and potentiometers may be Note set to default conditions and left. his is normal. hese boards contain adjustments for dierent vintages of the 8360 family. Not all adjustments are used each time. 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-11 using an analog oscilloscope with A versus B sweep capability.
Page 279 Enter the number of the rst calibration constant from able 3-1 and elect Cal terminate the entry with . When using the front panel emulator software, pressing ENTER the arrow keys will allow you to vary the calibration constants. he calibration constant shown at the of the \display"...
Page 280 Table 3-1. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Default Adjustment Value Description YTM Delay Term B Hrm 1 Default values are not altered. Numbers should remain YTM Delay Term B Hrm 2 unchanged. Maximize power YTM Delay Term B Hrm 3 over higher 30% of band.
Page 281 Table 3-1. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Default Adjustment Value Description YTM Rise; Band 1 Minimize power dropouts at the start of band. djustment is only YTM Rise; Band 2 1 eective at fast sweep speeds. YTM Rise; Band 2 B1 djusted in the mplier/ Filter djustments.
Page 282 Table 3-1. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Default Adjustment Value Description YTM Dly Term C Hrm 1 Default values are not altered. Numbers should remain YTM Dly Term C Hrm 2 unchanged. YTM Dly Term C Hrm 3 YTM Dly Term C Hrm 4 YTM Dly Term C Hrm 5 YTM Dly Term C Hrm 6 YTM Dly Term C Hrm 7...
Page 283 weep Mode: A versus B Adjust Channel B oset, volts/division, and horizontal position controls for a trace that lls the full horizontal display. Adjust the vertical position with the A vertical position control. 6. Make certain that calibration constant #131, Squegg Clamp 1A, is set to 255. hen adjust A12R69, Y MG, to maximize high end power (last two horizontal display divisions).
Page 284: A12 Assembly Potentiometer Locations
Figure 3-12. A12 Assembly Potentiometer Locations 19. Set calibration constant #227, Y M Gain; Band 3, to 2048. 20. Modify calibration constant #240, Y M Oset; Band 3, to maximize low end power. Power may peak twice. Adjust to the lower peak. 21.
Page 285 28. Modify calibration constant #241, Y M Oset; Band 4, to maximize power at the very low end. Power may peak twice. Adjust to the lower peak. 29. Modify calibration constant #228, Y M Gain; Band 4, to maximize power at the rst division on the display.
Page 286 Band 6 Adjustment (83640B/L and 83650B/L only). 42. On the synthesizer, press: (83640B/L) START (83650B/L) START 33.5 (83640B/L) STOP (83650B/L) STOP 43. Adjust calibration constant #230, Y M Gain; Band 6, for maximum power at the high end of band 6. he high end power may peak twice. If it does, adjust the calibration constant to the lower peak (where the value of the calibration constant is the lower number).
Page 287 Power dropouts at the start of each band are typically removed with the Y M Note Risetime calibration constants. hese will be adjusted later. 54. On the synthesizer, press: START STOP SWEEP TIME msec he synthesizer intensity marker is set to identify the bandcross frequency Note (13.5 GHz).
Page 288 2. Verify the oscilloscope ALC board calibration. When calibrated, the voltage on the oscilloscope is scaled to 33 mV/dB. 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments...
Page 289 8. mplifier/Filter djustments Description his procedure maximizes RF power by tracking the YIG tuned lter to the RF output frequency. Initial tracking is done in single band sweeps at slow sweep speeds to eliminate the eects of bandcross and hysteresis in the tuning coil. ( hose will be corrected with delay calibration constants.) Auto tracking is initiated to optimize the slow sweep tracking.
Page 290 Adjustment Help he following explanations are provided for a better understanding of the amplier/lter adjustments. Refer to these explanations as often as necessary. hey will help make these adjustments easier. ( he adjustment procedure follows.) Offset and Gain Adjustments. For all oset and gain adjustments, adjust the bandpass.
Page 291 ingle Band Delay Compensation Adjustments. If a drop in power greater than 1.5 dB occurs when in single sweep, increase the A delay term to put the A term at the high end of the peak. For example, for the following calibration constant values: Start of the peak = 1800 Middle of the peak = 1950 End of the peak = 2100...
Page 292 Figure 3-16. ingle-Band Delay and Risetime Compensation Agilent 8360 Adjustments 3-35 Amplifier/Filter Adjustments...
Page 293 3-36 Adjustments Agilent 8360 Amplifier/Filter Adjustments Figure 3-17. Multi-Band Delay and Risetime Compensation...
Page 294 Procedure 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-18 using an analog oscilloscope with A versus B sweep capability. Do not connect the power meter yet. (See Figure 3-19 for location detail of XA10J2 pin 55 on the motherboard.) Power on all the instruments and let them warm up for at least one hour.
Page 295 Figure 3-19. XA10J2 Location 4. Set the default values given in able 3-4 into the corresponding amplier/lter calibration constants. On the synthesizer, set: Adjust Menu Calib Menu SERVICE Enter the number of the rst calibration constant from able 3-4 and elect Cal terminate the entry with .
Page 296 Table 3-4. Amplifier/Filter Calibration Constants and Default Values Number Description Default Adjustment Value Description Squegg Clamp 1 Maximize power across the band without squegging. Squegg Clamp 2 djusted at slow sweep speeds Squegg Clamp 3 and single sweep mode where the SYTM sphere is most likely to Squegg Clamp 4 squegg.
Page 297 Table 3-4. Amplifier/Filter Calibration Constants and Default Values (continued) Number Description Default Adjustment Value Description utotrack D C Setting 2048 Sets power level during utotrack or Power Peaking D mp Clamp 1 Protect the bridge detector from excessive power when D mp Clamp 2 doubler amp mode is selected.
Page 298 Table 3-4. Amplifier/Filter Calibration Constants and Default Values (continued) Number Description Default Adjustment Value Description YTF Bx Dly Term B1 Delay compensation for multi- band sweeps only. djust for YTF Bx Dly Term B2 maximum power at higher 30% of YTF Bx Dly Term B3 band.
Page 299 Input Coupling: Input Impedance: 1 M weep Mode: A versus B Adjust Channel A oset, volts/division, and horizontal position controls for a trace that lls the full horizontal display. Adjust the vertical position with the A vertical position control. In the following adjustment power dropouts may occur due to squegging. Note Ignore the squegging (the squegg clamp will be adjusted later) and peak the adjustment for maximum power.
Page 300 d. If squegging occurs, readjust calibration constant #131 so that the power dierence is 2 dB or less from a 500 ms (slow) sweep to a 0 ms (fast) sweep. 16. If you have any instrument an 83640B/L and 83650B/L, continue with \Band 2 except Adjustment."...
Page 301 d. If the power level of the peak point is greater than 20 dBm for 83620B/22B and 83630B/L or 22.7 dBm for 83640B/L and 83650B/L, as displayed on the power meter, decrease Squegg Clamp 2A until the power level is less than these values. If the power level of the peak point is already less than these values, return the synthesizer to continuous sweep and decrease Squegg Clamp 2A just until the peak point begins to drop (this indicates that power to the bridge detector is clamped).
Page 302: A12 Assembly Potentiometer Locations
Figure 3-20. A12 Assembly Potentiometer Locations 34. Set calibration constant #623, Y F Gain; Band 3, to 2084. 35. Modify calibration constant #633, Y F Oset; Band 3, to maximize low end power. 36. Adjust A12R108 B3S1 (see Figure 3-20) for maximum power over the rest of the sweep (3 to 10 divisions).
Page 303 42. If you have any instrument an 83640B/L and 83650B/L, continue with \Band 4 except Adjustment." Otherwise, adjust calibration constant #451, DAmp Clamp 3 as described here, to protect the bridge detector from excessive power while in doubler amp mode: a.
Page 304 Step down the calibration constant in 100 count steps and verify that the entire trace shifts down evenly. If the power change is not uniform, repeat steps 46 through 51 until it is. hen change calibration constant #634 back to the recorded value. 55.
Page 305 63. Modify calibration constant #625, Y F Gain; Band 5, to maximize high end power. 64. Modify calibration constant #635, Y F Oset; Band 5, to maximize low end power. 65. Repeat steps 61 and 62 until the entire band is peaked. 66.
Page 306 85. On the synthesizer, set: POWER LEVEL 86. Adjust calibration constant #137, Squegg Clamp 7A, to maximize RF output power across the band. Auto Tracking Verification. 87. Record the value of the following calibration constants: #621 Y F Gain; Band 1 #622 Y F Gain;...
Page 307 For the 83640B/L and 83650B/L only, also press: (asterisk o) Tools Menu Disable Doubler SERVICE Connect the power meter to the synthesizer RF OU PU through the power sensor and 10 dB attenuator (see Figure 3-18). Adjust the oscilloscope horizontal control to place the low power point on a vertical graticule and note the position.
Page 308 94. Set the synthesizer power level to 25 dBm and then set various frequency ranges such as 5 GHz to 50 GHz or 10 GHz to 45 GHz. Set the sweep times to greater than 200 ms for single-band sweeps and less than 1.5 seconds for multi-band sweeps since delay compensation has not yet been adjusted.
Page 309 he oscilloscope vertical sensitivity is initially set to 50 mV/division (5 Note mV/division with a 10:1 probe) providing a logarithmic scale of dB/division. If necessary, decrease the vertical sensitivity for some frequency bands to 100 mV/division in order to display the entire trace on the CR (the oscilloscope is already set to 10 mV/division for the 83623B/L and the 83624B).
Page 310 106. On the synthesizer, set: SWEEP TIME msec 107. a. Press several times to initiate several sweeps. Note any drop in power. SINGLE b. Press . hen press again (LED on) and note any drop SINGLE R ON/O R ON/O in power.
Page 311 Band 4 Adjustment (83630B/L, 83640B/L, and 83650B/L). 119. On the synthesizer, set: START (83630B/L and 83650B/L ) STOP 26.5 (83640B/L) STOP 25.5 CONT SWEEP TIME msec POWER LEVEL 120. Decrease the synthesizer power level until the level of the entire trace on the oscilloscope begins to drop.
Page 312 If the power loss in step a is smaller than that in step b, skip the rest of \Band 5 Adjustment" and continue with \Band 6 Adjustment." 131. Adjust calibration constant #565, Y F Dly erm A Hrm 5, to maximize power for the low end of band 5.
Page 313 144. Switch between the fastest sweep time (0 ms) and 200 ms sweep time and check that power changes less than 2/3 division ( 1 dB). If not, adjust the appropriate rise or delay term (steps 145 through 147) and then repeat this step. 145.
Page 314 157. On the synthesizer, set: CONT SWEEP TIME msec 158. Press several times to initiate several sweeps. If a drop in power greater than 1 SINGLE division occurs when in single sweep, increase the A term of the delay adjustment #593 to put the A term at the high end of the peak.
Page 315 177. On the synthesizer, set: SWEEP TIME msec 178. Press several times to initiate several sweeps. If a drop in power greater than 1 SINGLE division occurs when in single sweep, readjust the appropriate delay or risetime term for the location of the problem. 179.
Page 316 2. Verify the oscilloscope ALC board calibration. When calibrated, the voltage on the oscilloscope is scaled to 33 mV/dB. 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments...
Page 317 9. Low Power SRD Bias Description and Procedure he synthesizer is set to 10 GHz. hen the A9 pulse board MIN adjustment sets the source voltage of the FE for the proper SRD bias level. 1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-21. Preset all instruments and let them warm up for at least one hour.
Page 318 Figure 3-22. A9R105 Location Related Performance Tests None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments 3-61 Low Power RD Bias...
Page 319 10. Modulator Offset and Gain Description and Procedure In this procedure, the ALC modulation oset and gain calibration constants are adjusted to linearize the ALC modulator response to the ALC power level reference voltage. Default values are entered for the modulator oset calibration constants and internal rmware is activated to set the modulator gain calibration constants.
Page 320 Select . Use the numeric keypad to enter the corresponding default value in Modify Cal Figure 3-23. erminate your entry with the key. ENTER 4. Using the up/down arrow keys, select each of the rest of the calibration constants in able 3-6 and set their default values by entering the value on the numeric keypad.
Page 321 5. On the synthesizer, set: Adjust Menu AssyAdj Menu A10 Adj Menu A10 Mod Gain SERVICE he synthesizer will measure, calculate, and store the modulator gain calibration constants. When the adjustment is completed the following message appears on the display: Modulator Gain Cal Completed Calibration constants were modified.
Page 322: Power Menu
9. On the synthesizer, set: CENTER SPAN 10. For synthesizers with Option 001, set: POWER Uncoupl Atten MENU 11. Set the synthesizer power level to 20 dBm. Press: POWER LEVEL Now set the synthesizer for a power sweep of its full ALC range. For example, if your synthesizer's specied maximum leveled power is +10 dBm then set the at this frequency...
Page 323 Related Performance Tests Maximum Leveled Power AM Bandwidth In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 3-66 Adjustments Agilent 8360 Modulator Offset and Gain...
Page 324 11. LC Power Level ccuracy Description and Procedure his adjustment sets the absolute power accuracy in each frequency band at a CW frequency. he digital ALC calibration array is loaded with zeros for the 0 dB attenuator setting to eliminate any power oset from this source. Calibration constants set the power accuracy at four power levels.
Page 325 4. On the synthesizer, zero the digital ALC calibration for the 0 dB attenuator setting for all frequency ranges: Adjust Menu DigALC Menu SERVICE Atn tep To Cal Cal Freq Range Lo Band ALC Cal Array (Atn, Freq) Zero Cal Freq Range Hi Band ALC Cal Array (Atn, Freq) Zero he default values given in the next step are a general starting point.
Page 326 9. On the synthesizer, select and, using the rotary knob, modify the calibration Modify Cal constant so that the power meter and the power level setting are the same. 10. Repeat steps 8 through 10 for each power level and calibration constant given in able 3-9.
Page 327 (in EEPROM). Related Performance Tests None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 3-70 Adjustments Agilent 8360 ALC Power Level Accuracy...
Page 328 12. Power Flatness ( he automated power atness adjustment in Chapter 5 may be used in place of this procedure.) Description and Procedure In this procedure, the synthesizer measures and corrects power atness. he synthesizer controls the power meter via GPIB while the power meter is measuring the RF output. For each synthesizer frequency band and a 0 dB attenuator setting, control is given to the synthesizer to measure and correct power atness.
Page 329 2. Make sure that the only GPIB connection is between the synthesizer and the power meter. No controller is allowed on the bus. 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 3-72 Adjustments...
Page 330 13. M/FM D C Offset and Gain (Option 002) 8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure No test equipment is required for this procedure. his procedure calibrates the modulation generator assembly by adjusting the AM and FM DACs. he internal DVM measures the DAC output voltages.
Page 331 Related Performance Tests AM Accuracy FM Accuracy In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 3-74 Adjustments Agilent 8360 AM/FM DAC Offset and Gain...
Page 332 14. M ccuracy 8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure his procedure consists of three adjustments. Calibration constant #277, AM Oset, is adjusted for no change in RF output power when AM is enabled but no voltage is applied. EXP AM CAL is adjusted for a 10 dB change in power when 1.00 V is applied and AM 10 dB/V is selected.
Page 333 4. Set the function generator for a 0 V DC rear panel output (the instrument front panel output is connected to the synthesizer's AM input.) 5. On the synthesizer, press: POWER LEVEL AM Offset 6. Set the power meter to read relative power (dB). 7.
Page 334 21. Adjust A10R39, LIN AM CAL, for a 0.126 mW (4.00% relative) reading. See Figure 3-29 for the location of A10R39. Related Performance Tests AM Accuracy In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments 3-77 AM Accuracy...
Page 335 15. M Offset 8360 L-Series Only) Description and Procedure his adjustment applies to L models with the prexes listed below. his procedure uses calibration constant number 277 to adjust the maximum power out in scalar mode to match the RF output amplitude with scalar o. Model Prex 83623L...
Page 336 5. On the synthesizer press: . Enter password if requested more 1/3 Adjust Menu SERVICE (factory password 8360) and then press Adjust Menu Calib Menu elect Cal using the RPG, arrow keys, or numeric key pad, change the value Modify Cal Hz sec Enter of cal constant 277 so the maximum power out with scalar on is equal to the pulse power out with scalar o.
Page 337 16. M Delay 8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure In the ALC loop, the integrator input from the ALC detector is delayed (phase shifted from the reference input) through the ALC modulator, RF path, and ALC detector. Because of this, amplitude modulation can peak the AM frequency response. In this adjustment, you set the delay in the reference input equal to the delay in the input from the ALC detector.
Page 338: Am Delay Adjustment Location
You should expect to see very small changes in voltage. Note Figure 3-32. AM Delay Adjustment Location Related Performance Tests AM Bandwidth In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments 3-81 AM Delay...
Page 339 17. FM Gain 8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure his adjustment sets the gain on the FM driver assembly to match the YO FM coil sensitivity, and to provide a 10 MHz/V FM input sensitivity. he function generator is set to provide FM at a 1 MHz rate and a 2.404 MHz deviation.
Page 340: Fm Gain Adjustment Location
1. Verify the function generator output (amplitude and frequency) with an oscilloscope. Use a BNC tee with the function generator connected to the FM input. 2. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360...
Page 341 18. Square Wave Symmetry Description and Procedure Use this adjustment to set the synthesizer modulation (27.78 kHz square wave) for equal RF on/o periods. his is accomplished by minimizing the even harmonics of the 27.78 kHz square wave. High Band Adjustment 1.
Page 342 (in EEPROM). Related Performance Tests None In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments 3-85 quare Wave ymmetry...
Page 343 19. M Input Impedance 8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure No test equipment is required for this procedure. his procedure sets the AM input impedance to either 50 or 2 k . he AM input impedance on A10 must be set to 2 k for proper operation of the internal modulation generator (Option 002).
Page 344 A. A10 Jumper 1. On the synthesizer, set the line power switch to standby. 2. Lift up the A10 ALC assembly far enough to access the jumper shown in Figure 3-36. 3. he AM input impedance is factory-set to the 50 ohm position. o change it to 2 k , move the jumper to the position marked \2K".
Page 345: A8 Jumper Locations
B. A8 Jumper 1. On the synthesizer, make sure the line power switch is set to standby. 2. Lift up the A8 modulation generator assembly far enough to access the jumper shown in Figure 3-37. 3. he AM input impedance is factory-set to the 50 ohm position. o change it to 2 k , move the jumper to the position marked \2K".
Page 346 20. FM Input Impedance 8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure A soldering iron is required for this procedure. his procedure sets the FM input impedance to either 50 or 600 . he FM input impedance on A11 must be set to 600 for proper operation of the internal modulation generator (Option 002).
Page 347: Fm Input Impedance Jumper Locations
A. A11 Jumper 1. On the synthesizer, set the line power switch to standby. 2. Disconnect the coaxial cables from the A11 FM driver assembly. 3. Remove the A11 assembly from the synthesizer. 4. Locate the zero ohm resistor shown in Figure 3-38. he FM input impedance is factory-set to the 50 ohm position.
Page 348: A8 Jumper Locations
B. A8 Jumper 1. On the synthesizer, make sure the line power switch is set to standby. 2. Lift up the A8 modulation generator assembly far enough to access the jumper shown in Figure 3-39. 3. he FM input impedance is factory-set to the 50 ohm position. o change it to 600 ohms, move the jumper to the position marked \600".
Page 349 21. Modulation Generator Flatness (Option 002) 8360 B-Series Only) Description and Procedure he internal modulation generator is set up for FM operation. A 100 kHz rate, measured at the AM/FM OU PU connector, is used as the reference amplitude. A calibration constant is adjusted so the AM/FM output signal is the same amplitude as for a 1 MHz FM rate.
Page 350 (in EEPROM). Related Performance Tests FM Accuracy In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Agilent 8360 Adjustments 3-93 Modulation Generator Flatness...
Page 351 22. External Trigger Edge Selection Description and Procedure No test equipment is required for this procedure. his procedure sets the external trigger to trigger on either the leading or the trailing edge of a L signal. When the jumper (shown in Figure 3-41) is in the POS position a sweep is triggered on the leading edge of the pulse (when the signal changes from 0 to 5 volts).
Page 352 23. Volts/GHz Description and Procedure No test equipment is required for this procedure. A ve-section switch on the A12 multiplier/lter driver assembly sets the volts/GHz scale for the rear panel V/GHz output connector. At the factory, synthesizers with a maximum frequency of 30 GHz are set to 0.5 V/GHz and higher frequency instruments are set to 0.25 V/GHz.
Page 353 In Case of Difficulty Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 3-96 Adjustments Agilent 8360 Volts/GHz...
Page 354 24. 9 Pulse Board Jumper (W1) Description and Procedure No test is required When replacing the A9 Pulse Board, the E1-E2, E3-E4 jumper needs to be properly congured. here is one conguration for all 8360A/B models. here are 2 possible congurations for 8360L models.
Page 355 25. Selftest Patches 8360 L-Series Only) Description and Procedure No test is required After completing the A9 Pulse Board jumper selection, verify that the following test patches are set for L models with the following prex and above. No patches are required for L models below the prex listed Model Prex...
Page 356 To dd a Test Patch Press: and the following messages will appear on the display: pecs Enter the test number (107), then press TE T NUMBER TO PATCH:0 HZ sec ENTER Enter the datum number (2), then press TE T DATUM POINT TO PATCH:0 HZ sec ENTER Enter minimum value ( 3740), then press...
Page 358 alibration onstants Introduction his section contains the following information on calibration constants and how to use them: Denition Memory Areas Checksum Verication Calibration Constant Password Changing Working Data Calibration Constants Saving Working Data Calibration Constants Loading Protected Data Calibration Constants Loading Default Data Calibration Constants Calibration Constant Descriptions Definition...
Page 359 Memory reas he synthesizer has three memory areas reserved for calibration constants: Working Data Working data is the set of calibration constants accessed during normal operation and contains the calibration information required for optimum instrument performance. Working data is stored in RAM, and is maintained by a 1 farad capacitor. Protected Data Protected data resides in EEPROM.
Page 360 Calibration Constant Password he synthesizer is shipped with a factory-set password. A password disables access to the adjustment menu unless the password is entered (see \Entering a Password"). Calibration constants be manually altered without accessing the adjustment menu. cannot he following is the factory-set password: 8360 You can set a new password. See \Setting a Password".
Page 361 Setting a Password If a password is already set on the synthesizer and you wish to change it, rst follow the \Disabling a Password" procedure. his eliminates the current password. hen continue with this procedure. If no password is set on the synthesizer (there is no asterisk on the softkey), Disable Adjust and you wish to set a password, perform the following:...
Page 362 Bypassing the Password If you require access to the adjustment menu for calibration purposes, a password is set, and you do not know the password, perform the following: 1. urn o line power to the synthesizer. 2. Open A15S1 switch 5 (set the switch to the position).
Page 363 Changing Working Data Calibration Constants If you need to modify the working data calibration constants, the following procedure accesses the calibration constants and lets you change them. 1. On the synthesizer, set: Adjust Menu Calib Menu SERVICE 2. Select elect Cal Enter the number of the calibration constant you wish to change using the up/down arrow keys, the rotary knob, or the numeric keypad.
Page 364 Loading Protected Data Calibration Constants If your working data calibration constants have been altered or deleted, the following procedure loads the protected calibration constants from EEPROM into working data memory. 1. On the synthesizer, set: Adjust Menu Calib Menu Cal Util Menu SERVICE 2.
Page 365 Calibration Constant Descriptions able 4-9 provides the following information for each calibration constant: he calibration constant number in ascending order. he calibration constant name. An asterisk indicates that this calibration constant is adjusted by an automated adjustment. he range of realistic adjustment (adjustment outside of the range may be possible but will probably cause the synthesizer to be severely misadjusted) or the default value (some calibration constants are set to a default value and are not adjustable).
Page 366 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment Identier Response 0 | HP/ gilent 83620 1 | HP/ gilent 83621 2 | HP/ gilent 83622 3 | HP/ gilent 83623 4 | HP/ gilent 83624 5 | HP/ gilent 83640 6 | HP/ gilent 83642 7 | HP/ gilent 8340B 8 | HP/ gilent 83631...
Page 367 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment Production Info 4 Instrument specic Production Info 5 Instrument specic Lock Dwell Time Max Ph Lk Wait YO Slew Rate YO Kick Max 6000 YO Settle Rate YO Dly Term Bnd 0 400 to 800 YO Delay djustment...
Page 368 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YO Dly Term B Bnd 3 300 to 700 YO Delay djustment YO Dly Term B Bnd 4 300 to 700 YO Delay djustment YO Dly Term B Bnd 5 300 to 700 YO Delay djustment YO Dly Term B Bnd 6...
Page 369 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YO Swp Ver; Band 0 YO Swp Ver; Band 1 YO Swp Ver; Band 2 YO Swp Ver; Band 3 YO Swp Ver; Band 4 YO Swp Ver; Band 5 YO Swp Ver;...
Page 370 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment SRD Bias B; Band 1 mp/Multiplier djustments SRD Bias B; Band 2 30 to 230 mp/Multiplier djustments SRD Bias B; Band 3 30 to 230 mp/Multiplier djustments SRD Bias B;...
Page 371 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YTM Dly Term B Hrm 1 200 to 500 mplier/Filter djustments YTM Dly Term B Hrm 2 200 to 500 mplier/Filter djustments YTM Dly Term B Hrm 3 200 to 500 mplier/Filter djustments YTM Dly Term B Hrm 4...
Page 372 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YTM Bx Dly Term B 1 200 to 500 mp/Multiplier djustments YTM Bx Dly Term B 2 200 to 500 mp/Multiplier djustments YTM Bx Dly Term B 3 200 to 500 mp/Multiplier djustments YTM Bx Dly Term B 4...
Page 373 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YTM Rise; Band 4 1 to 50 mplier/Filter djustments YTM Rise; Band 5 1 to 50 mplier/Filter djustments YTM Rise; Band 6 1 to 50 mplier/Filter djustments YTM Rise;...
Page 374 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment *YTM Oset; Band 3 1500 to 3000 mp/Multiplier djustments; uto Track *YTM Oset; Band 4 1500 to 3000 mp/Multiplier djustments; uto Track *YTM Oset; Band 5 1500 to 3000 mp/Multiplier djustments;...
Page 375 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment *LVL D C Ofs Lo Bnd 100 to 250 LC Power Level ccuracy ?????????????????????? etector Cal *LVL D C Ofs Xtal 1000 to +1000 ?????????????????????? etector Cal *LVL D C Ofs 2ndOut *LVL D C Ofs PwrMtr 100 to +100...
Page 376 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment * LC Log Brkpt; Lo 0 to 255 LC Power Level ccuracy; ?????????????????????? etector Cal * LC Log Brkpt; Xtal 0 to 255 * LC Log Brkpt; 2nd 0 to 255 * LC Mod Gain;...
Page 377 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment Slow Sym Low Band 100 to 160 Slow Sym High Band 100 to 160 ttenuator Sw Point 1000 Squegg Clamp 1B Squegg Clamp 2B Squegg Clamp 3B Squegg Clamp 4B Squegg Clamp 5B Squegg Clamp 6B...
Page 378 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment DC 5 V Range OFF 5000 to +5000 DC djustment DC 15 V Range OFF 5000 to +5000 DC djustment DC 5 V Range G IN 750 to +750 DC djustment DC 15 V Range G IN 1750 to +1950...
Page 379 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YTM Bx Dly Term C 6 YTM Bx Dly Term C 7 *Loop Gain: 200.0 MHz 10 to 20 Sampler ssembly *Loop Gain: 200.5 MHz 10 to 20 Sampler ssembly *Loop Gain: 201.0 MHz 10 to 20...
Page 380 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment *Loop Gain: 213.0 MHz 14 to 28 Sampler ssembly *Loop Gain: 213.5 MHz 15 to 30 Sampler ssembly *Loop Gain: 214.0 MHz 16 to 32 Sampler ssembly *Loop Gain: 214.5 MHz 17 to 34 Sampler ssembly...
Page 381 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment D mp Clamp 3 75 to 250 mplier/Filter djustments D mp Clamp 4 75 to 250 mplier/Filter djustments D mp Clamp 5 75 to 255 D mp Clamp 6 75 to 255 D mp Clamp 7 75 to 255...
Page 382 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment Max Sweep Rate Max Sweep Rate 8516 1 Revision See footnote 3 2 Revision See footnote 3 3 Revision See footnote 3 4 Revision See footnote 3 5 Revision See footnote 3 6 Revision...
Page 383 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment Hibernation Time Bandcross Time 1 Bandcross Time 2 Bandcross Time 3 Bandcross Time 4 Bandcross Time 5 Bandcross Time 6 Bandcross Time 7 Special Option 1 Special Option 2 Special Option 3 Special Option 4 Special Option 5...
Page 384 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment Display FIFO Time Display FSCC Time YTF Dly Term Hrm 1 1000 YTF Dly Term Hrm 2 1000 YTF Dly Term Hrm 3 1000 YTF Dly Term Hrm 4 1000 YTF Dly Term Hrm 5 1000...
Page 385 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YTF Dly Term C Hrm 1 YTF Dly Term C Hrm 2 YTF Dly Term C Hrm 3 YTF Dly Term C Hrm 4 YTF Dly Term C Hrm 5 YTF Dly Term C Hrm 6 YTF Dly Term C Hrm 7 YTF Bx Dly Term 1...
Page 386 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment YTF Bx Dly Term C 1 YTF Bx Dly Term C 2 YTF Bx Dly Term C 3 YTF Bx Dly Term C 4 YTF Bx Dly Term C 5 YTF Bx Dly Term C 6 YTF Bx Dly Term C 7 *YTF Gain;...
Page 387 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment 24 Rev;Low Band See footnote 3 25 Rev;Mod Splitter See footnote 3 26 Rev;YIG Osc See footnote 3 27 Rev;Isolator See footnote 3 28 Rev;SYTM See footnote 3 29 Rev;...
Page 388 Table 4-9. Calibration Constant Descriptions (continued) Number Description Range or Related Default Adjustment RF Interface ID 9 Pulse Board ID See footnote 3 12 YTM Driver ID See footnote 3 28 mp/Mult ID See footnote 3 29 mp/Filt ID See footnote 3 38 Dual Mod ID See footnote 3 36 PM/ 42 PMSF ID...
Page 389 Table 4-10. Hardware Configuration Cal Constants #463 and #464 ynthesizer #463 Hardware #464 Hardware Model Cong 1 Cong 2 Number tarting Option Option Option Option Option tarting Option Cal Constant Value 83620B +19,600 +4096 83622B +19,584 +4096 83623B +19,608 +4096 83624B +19,592 +4096...
Page 390 Table 4-11. Assemblies and Corresponding Cal Constant ID Numbers and Revisions Assembly ID Number Revision Part Number Description None #493 08360-60001 Keyboard None #493 08360-60002 Source Module Interface None #495 08360-60003 Front Panel Processor None #496 08360-60295 Fractional{N None #497 08360-60209 YO Phase Detector None #498...
Page 391 Table 4-11. Assemblies and Corresponding Cal Constant ID Numbers and Revisions (continued) Assembly ID Number Revision Part Number Description None #506 08360-60014 Sweep Generator None #507 08360-60264 CPU (Battery) 2 ROM Chip Set None #508 08360-60016 Post Regulator None #509 08360-60017 Rectier/Filter None...
Page 392 Table 4-11. Assemblies and Corresponding Cal Constant ID Numbers and Revisions (continued) Assembly ID Number Revision Part Number Description #673 #645 5086-7596 Switched mp/Mult (83621B/31B) 5086-7622 mp/Mult (83630B/L and 83650B/L) 5086-7622 mp/Mult with ux Out (83620B, 83622B, 83623B/L, 83624B, 83640B/L, and 83651B) #674 #646 5086-7623...
Page 393 Table 4-11. Assemblies and Corresponding Cal Constant ID Numbers and Revisions (continued) Assembly ID Number Revision Part Number Description #677 #649 5086-7607 Frequency Doubler (83640B/L) 5086-7604 Frequency Doubler (83650B/L) 5086-7513 Frequency Doubler (83651B) None #650 5086-7465 mplier (High Power) (83623B) 5086-7510 mplier (High Power) (83624B) None...
Page 394 Table 4-11. Assemblies and Corresponding Cal Constant ID Numbers and Revisions (continued) Assembly ID Number Revision Part Number Description #676 #653 (83620B/22B/24B and 83623B/L) (83630B/L, 83640B/L, and 83650B/L) 5086-7628 Pulse Mod Switched Filter (83620B/22B Option 006) 5086-7629 Pulse Mod Switched Filter (83623B/24B Option 006) 5086-7630 Pulse Mod Switched Filter...
Page 396 Automated Tests Introduction his chapter explains how to load and run the \Agilent 8360 Service Support Software" revision A.02.00. hese tests require operator interaction. his software requires that the synthesizer is set to the SCPI programming language. his is set by the rear panel switch or by the front panel. Refer to the \Installation" chapter of your synthesizer's user's guide for further information.
Page 397 Setting Up the System Hardware equirements he automated tests require an HP 9000 series 200/300 desktop computer with at least 2.25 megabytes of RAM, a disk drive, and an GPIB interface. his program will not run with high resolution color monitors ( 512 x 390 pixels). Software is provided on two 3.5 inch disks, formatted double-sided, and are usable in double-sided disk drives only.
Page 398 Installing the Software Disk Files he automated tests are provided on two double-sided disks. Previous revisions may be dierent. Make Working Copies Before doing anything else, make a working copy of the master disks! ype: INI IALIZE \Address of drive containing blank oppy" he master disk is shipped from the factory write-protected and cannot be written to or initialized in this mode.
Page 399 Running the Software his software uses RAM memory volumes for fast access of data les. hese CAUTION volumes may also be used by other programs and could contain data that will be erased by this program. Make sure that the computer you are using does not have important data in any memory volumes before running this software.
Page 400 UTOM TED PERFORM NCE TESTS 1. Step ttenuator Flatness Test Performance verication test for Option 001 Description A power meter is used to make relative power measurements to determine the actual attenuation of each attenuator card. Mismatch error is minimized by including a xed attenuation in front of the card being measured for both parts of the relative measurement (with/without the card).
Page 401 Procedure Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 5-1. Preset all instruments and let them warm up for at least one hour. his program requires that power sensor calibration factors be stored in a le. Note If the calibration factors have not been entered previously, refer to the utility, \4.
Page 402 2. Power Flatness and ccuracy Test Performance verication test for standard instrument Description If Option 001 is installed in your instrument, perform the \Step Attenuator Note Flatness" test. his test uses the user atness correction array to measure power atness at the RF output. he power is measured every 10 MHz in low band and every 100 MHz in high and millimeter bands.
Page 403 edit the \Sensor ID". he names set at the factory must remain Note unchanged for the program to run properly. he factory recommended \Zero Hr" is 1.00 and the \Cal Hr" is 24.00. Use the left and right arrows to move the cursor within a eld.
Page 404 10. Enter the calibration factors from your power sensor (follow the prompts on the display). 11. When all of the calibration factors have been added, select store calibration factors to store the calibration factors for future use. 12. Exit the power meter calibration. 13.
Page 405 UTOM TED DJUSTMENTS 1. Step ttenuator Flatness djustment Calibration for Option 001 Before doing any adjustment, enter the password for access to the adjustment calibration constants. Use the front panel or the front panel emulation program provided with this software. See Chapter 4 for information on enabling the calibration constants with the password.
Page 406 Figure 5-2. tep Attenuator Flatness Adjustment etup Agilent 8360 Automated Tests 5-11...
Page 407 2. YO Delay djustment Description his adjustment uses the internal counter to measure swept frequency accuracy. YO delay aects the swept frequency accuracy at fast sweep times (less than 100 ms). his procedure adjusts the calibration constants for the YIG oscillator to achieve consistent swept frequency accuracy over the entire operating range of the instrument.
Page 408 3. DC djustment Description his adjustment uses an external digital voltmeter (DVM) to measure VCOMP on the YO driver assembly and compares the reading to the ADC measurement. he ADC calibration constants are adjusted so that the DVM and ADC measurements are the same. he procedure is repeated for each voltage range (both plus and minus supplies).
Page 409 4. Power Flatness djustment Calibration for standard instrument Description If Option 001 is installed in your instrument, perform the \Step Attenuator Note Flatness" adjustment. his adjustment zeros the digital ALC array and measures the power from the RF output. he power is measured every 10 MHz in low band and every 100 MHz in high and millimeter bands.
Page 410 edit the \Sensor ID". he names set at the factory must remain Note unchanged for the program to run properly. he factory recommended \Zero Hr" is 1.00 and the \Cal Hr" is 24.00. Use the left and right arrows to move the cursor within a eld and the up and down arrows to increment or decrement the value.
Page 411 10. Enter the calibration factors from your power sensor (follow the prompts on the display). 11. When all of the calibration factors have been added, select store calibration factors to store the calibration factors for future use. 12. Exit the power meter calibration. 13.
Page 412 Utilities 1. Front Panel Emulation Description his utility simulates an HP/Agilent 8360 synthesizer front-panel keyboard in an instrument. Procedure o access the front panel emulation utility, select the front panel emulation program in the test menu. he front panel emulation program cannot run front panel functions that use a power meter or printer.
Page 413 Table 5-4. ynthesizer Hardkey Emulation Hardkey Program Display To Activate elect MENU ELECT M RKER USER C L SERVICE PRIOR Prior Y TEM S VE saVe REC LL meNu MENU U ER DEFINED MENU menU SSIGN asgn ENTRY ENTRY ON/OFF entry o GHz/dB(m) GHz/dBm...
Page 414 Table 5-4. ynthesizer Hardkey Emulation (continued) Hardkey Program Display To Activate elect WEEP SWEEP TIME Time sIng SINGLE cOnt CONT MENU mEnu FREQUENCY st rt ST RT STOP stop Cent CENTER span SP N MENU menu POWER POWER LEVEL level FLTNESS ON/OFF on/oFf RF ON/OFF...
Page 415 2. Calibration Constants Description he calibration constants utility provides a variety of ways to manipulate the calibration constants stored in the instrument. Use this utility to print out a list of the calibration constants stored in the instrument, to make a back-up of the calibration constants, and to restore calibration constants from a backed-up le.
Page 416 4. Power Sensor Configuration and Calibration Factor File Description his utility is used for creating and editing the les that store power sensor calibration factors. he power sensor calibration factors are used in the \Power Flatness" and \Step Attenuator" performance tests and adjustment procedures. his data can be stored to the directory or disk for future use.
Page 417 For instruments with a maximum frequency of 26.5 GHz, the following sensors are used: 8485D + 10 dB pad 8485D 8485A 8482A For instrument with a maximum frequency above 26.5 GHz, the following sensors are used: 8487D + 10 dB pad 8487D 8487A 8482A...
Page 418 Insert - Inserts a line in the table at the location of the pointer. Delete - Deletes the line in the table at the location of the pointer. [2] Edit Sensor Information: Not used. [3] Load Cal Factors: his selection loads the calibration factor data le for the selected sensor form disk or the directory specied in the MSI command.
Page 419 Menu Overview he following menu choices are displayed: Calco Utility his is the instrument calibration factors utility. Use it to store and retrieve instrument calibration factors. he following menu choices will allow you to enter and store calibration factors: [1] Review CALS in Disk File [2] Review CALS from UU Working CALS [3] Store UU Working CALS to Disk File [4] Load CALS From a Disk File to UU Working CALS...
Page 420 Menu Maps Agilent 8360 Menu Maps 6-1...
Page 421 6-2 Menu Maps Agilent 8360...
Page 431 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Introduction his chapter provides the following disassembly and reassembly procedures. Use these procedures while repairing or replacing an assembly. \Front Panel Disassembly and Reassembly" \Rear Panel Disassembly and Reassembly" \RF Deck Disassembly and Reassembly" \Motherboard Disassembly and Reassembly" Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-1...
Page 432 WA NING 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 The opening of covers or removal of parts is likely to expose dangerous voltages.
Page 433 Figure 7-1. Cable Routing Locations Tools equired Each procedure lists the required tools at the beginning of that section. See Chapter 9 for the associated part numbers. Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-3...
Page 434 Front Panel Disassembly and Reassembly Tools equired -10 ORX Screwdriver (torque 10 in-lb) 0.050 Hex Driver 9/16 in. Nut Driver 5/16 in. Open End Wrench Coax Extractor ool{Submin D Connector Description and Procedure Some steps in this procedure may not apply to all option congurations. If a particular step does not apply, continue with the next appropriate step.
Page 435: Front Panel Disassembly Flowchart
Figure 7-2. Front Panel Disassembly Flowchart Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Front Panel...
Page 436 1. Preliminary Steps You can easily blow the fuse for the 13.5 V supply on the preregulator CAUTION assembly if you do not disconnect the AC power cord. Also, the danger of shock is increased if the power cord is connected. 1.
Page 437 2. Front Panel Removal Refer to Figure 7-4. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" before continuing. 2. Remove of the four screws under the trim strip. three 3. Remove of the three screws on the lower front frame edge. 4. Gently pry the front panel and display from the frame. If you are removing the front panel only so that you can lift up the RF deck Note and if you have a at surface in front of the synthesizer on which to lay the...
Page 438: Front Panel Coaxial And Ribbon Cable Locations
Refer to Figure 7-5. Instruments with Option 004 do not have all the cables shown. Note 5. Cut the tie wraps holding the cables. 6. From the A9, A10, and A11 assemblies (or the A8 assembly for instruments with Option 002), disconnect the four coaxial cables (W6, W7, W8, and W9) attached to the BNC connectors.
Page 439: Front Panel Processor Cables
3. 3 Front Panel Processor Removal Refer to Figure 7-6. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \2. Front Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Disconnect the three ribbon cables (W3, W4, and W5), the rotary pulse generator (RPG) cable, and the six-wire display cable W1. 3.
Page 440: Display Removal
4. 21 lphanumeric Display Removal Refer to Figure 7-7. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \2. Front Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Disconnect the six-wire display cable W1 and ribbon cable W4. 3. Remove the four outer-most screws around the edge of the bracket. 4.
Page 441: 5. 2 Source Module Interface Removal
5. 2 Source Module Interface Removal Refer to Figure 7-8. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \2. Front Panel Removal", and \3. A3 Front Panel Processor Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the source module interface cable (W10). 3. Remove the four screws. 4.
Page 442: Rpg Removal
6. RPG1 Rotary Pulse Generator Removal Refer to Figure 7-9. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \2. Front Panel Removal", and \3. A3 Front Panel Processor Removal" before continuing. 2. Loosen the two hex screws and remove the rotary knob. Figure 7-9. RPG Removal 7-12 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 Front Panel...
Page 443: Removing Rf Output Connector (Front Panel)
7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal Refer to Figure 7-10 for front panel output. o avoid damaging the connector, do not disassemble the RF output CAUTION connector assembly. Only unscrew the connector on the end of the cable. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \2. Front Panel Removal" before continuing. 2.
Page 444 8. Front Panel BNC Connectors Removal Refer to Figure 7-11. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \2. Front Panel Removal", \3. A3 Front Panel Processor Removal" and \5. A2 Source Module Interface Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the two screws on each of the four PC assemblies attached to the back of the front panel.
Page 445: Keyboard Assembly Removal
9. 1 Keyboard Removal Refer to Figure 7-12. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \2. Front Panel Removal", \3. A3 Front Panel Processor Removal", \4. A21 Alphanumeric Display Removal" and \5. A2 Source Module Interface Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the nine screws from the keyboard assembly. 3.
Page 446 he following steps can degrade keypad performance. If you separate the CAUTION anti-rock sheets from the keypad, you must replace both the anti-rock sheets and the keypad. 5. Remove the keypad. 6. Remove the anti-rock sheets. Figure 7-13. Keypad and Anti-rock heets 7-16 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 Front Panel...
Page 447: Display Filter
10. Display Filter Removal Refer to Figure 7-14. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \2. Front Panel Removal", \3. A3 Front Panel Processor Removal", \4. A21 Alphanumeric Display Removal", \5. A2 Source Module Interface Removal" and \9. A1 Keyboard Removal" before continuing. 2.
Page 448: Keyboard Reassembly
11. 1 Keyboard Reassembly Refer to Figure 7-15. 1. With the front panel frame supported on the edges so it is elevated o the table by at least one inch, place the frame face down. 2. Clean the display lter and place it on the frame. 3.
Page 449 8. Replace the nine screws that hold in the assembly. Figure 7-16. Keyboard Assembly crew Locations Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-19 Front Panel...
Page 450 12. Front Panel Reassemblies Follow the owchart, Figure 7-2, in reverse order to perform the reassembly of the following assemblies: J1 RF Output Connector A3 Front Panel Processor A21 Alphanumeric Display A2 Source Module Interface Assembly RPG1 Rotary Pulse Generator (RPG) BNC Connectors Display Filter 7-20 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures...
Page 451 Rear Panel Disassembly and Reassembly Tools equired 9/16 in. Socket -10 orx Screwdriver -15 orx Screwdriver 5.5 mm Nut Driver 5/16 in. Open End Wrench 14 mm Open End Wrench 7 mm Nut Driver #1 x 3 1/8 in. Pozidrive Screwdriver #2 x 4 in.
Page 452: Rear Panel Disassembly Flowchart
Figure 7-17. Rear Panel Disassembly Flowchart 7-22 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 Rear Panel...
Page 453 1. Preliminary Steps You can easily blow the fuse for the 13.5 V supply on the preregulator CAUTION assembly if you do not disconnect the AC power cord. Also, the danger of shock is increased if the power cord is connected. 1.
Page 454 2. B1 Fan Removal Refer to Figure 7-18. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" before continuing. 2. Remove both screws (item 1) from the fan shroud. 3. Remove items 2 through 5. 4. Remove the four screws (item 7) from the rear panel/fan brackets. 5.
Page 455: Rear Panel Bnc Connector Locations
3. Rear Panel BNC Connectors Removal and ux Output Disconnection Refer to Figure 7-19. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" before continuing. 2. Remove the nuts and washers on the four BNC connectors, 10 MHz REF INPU , 10 MHz REF OU PU , VOL S/GHz, and RIGGER OU PU . 3.
Page 456: Removing Rf Output Connector
4. J1 RF Output Connector Removal (Option 004) Refer to Figure 7-20. o avoid damaging the connector, do not disassemble the RF output CAUTION connector assembly. Only unscrew the connector on the end of the cable. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" before continuing. 2.
Page 457 5. Rear Panel Removal Refer to Figure 7-21. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the four screws on the top back edge. 3. Remove the four screws on the bottom back edge. 4.
Page 458: Rear Panel Cable Locations
Refer to Figure 7-22. 5. Disconnect ribbon cable W31 from the motherboard. 6. Disconnect the 8-pin line switch connector. 7. Disconnect the fan harness. 8. Cut the tie wraps holding the coaxial cables to the four BNC connectors and the source module interface.
Page 459 6. 23 10 MHz Reference Standard Removal Refer to Figure 7-23. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", and \5. Rear Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Disconnect cable W17 and the pin-locking tab, W30. 3. Without removing the screws, press the shock-mount pads through the sheet metal holes. 4.
Page 460 7. T1 Transformer Removal Refer to Figure 7-24. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", and \5. Rear Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the six-wire pin-locking tab. 3. Remove the center screw, plastic washer, two insulators, and plate. 4.
Page 461: A19 Rear Panel Interface Removal
8. 19 Rear Panel Interface Removal Refer to Figure 7-25. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", and \5. Rear Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Disconnect the source module interface cable W23 from SMB connector A10J3 on the A10 ALC assembly.
Page 462 9. Voltage Selector Switch Removal Refer to Figure 7-26. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", and \5. Rear Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Cut the tie wraps holding the wires. 3. Disconnect the 8-pin connector from the motherboard. 4.
Page 463 Refer to Figure 7-27. 5. Unsolder the white/brown/grey wire from the fuse. 6. Unsolder the white/grey wire from the line lter. 7. Unscrew the green/white ground wire from the back panel. Figure 7-27. Fuse, Line Filter, and Ground Wires Note o reassemble, add 3/8 in.
Page 464 10. Fuse Housing Removal Refer to Figure 7-28. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", and \5. Rear Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the two nuts, bolts, and washers holding the voltage selector switch, and remove the switch (this provides clearance for the wrench to remove the fuse holder).
Page 465 11. FL1 Line Filter Removal Refer to Figure 7-29. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", and \5. Rear Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Unsolder the three wires attached to the line lter. 3. Remove the two screws on the rear panel. 4.
Page 466: 12. Option 004 Bnc Connectors Removal
12. Option 004 BNC Connectors Removal Refer to Figure 7-30. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" before continuing. 2. Remove the ve screws holding the A34 RP oating BNC board assembly to the rear panel. 3. Slide out the board with the connectors. 4.
Page 467 RF Deck Disassembly and Reassembly Tools equired #1 x 3 1/8 in. Pozidriv Screwdriver -10 orx Screwdriver 5/16 in. orque Wrench 5 mm Ball and Socket Driver Note On the RF deck, all Pozidriv screws have English threads and all orx screws have metric threads.
Page 468: Rf Deck Disassembly Flowchart
Figure 7-31. RF Deck Disassembly Flowchart 7-38 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 469 1. Preliminary Steps You can easily blow the fuse for the 13.5 V supply on the preregulator CAUTION assembly if you do not disconnect the AC power cord. Also, the danger of shock is increased if the power cord is connected. 1.
Page 470: Removing Rf Output Connector
Figure 7-32. Removing RF Output Connector When you re-attach the connector and cable to the synthesizer, rst loosen the Note nut between cable W43 and the connector. hen reverse steps 1 through 3. Finally, torque the nut between cable W43 and connector J1 to 10 in-lb (112 N-cm).
Page 471 Figure 7-33. W51 RF Cable Location Avoid damage to the various ribbon cables and their connectors attached to CAUTION the RF deck assembly when removing that assembly in the next step. Move all exible coaxial cables out of the way of the RF deck assembly components. 8.
Page 472 9. For troubleshooting insert an analog extender board into the motherboard connector for the RF deck. Place the RF deck on the extender board and use the two hex screws to attach the deck to the synthesizer frame (service position). If you are not troubleshooting and are lifting up the RF deck for disassembly purposes, attach the deck to the synthesizer frame without using the extender board.
Page 473: A20 Rf Interface
3. 20 RF Interface Removal Refer to Figure 7-35. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \2. Lift Up the RF Deck" before continuing. 2. Disconnect the following ribbon cables. (You may need to loosen the two hex screws attaching the deck to the synthesizer frame in order to remove the cables on the lower edge of the RF deck.) W36 (83640B/L and 83650B/L only) W40 (Option 001 only)
Page 474 4. Microcircuit Removal For the following procedures, refer to Figure 7-36 through Figure 7-50 for Note cable locations and for screw locations. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \2. Lift Up the RF Deck" before continuing. 2. With the RF deck up in the service position, any microcircuit can be removed: a.
Page 475: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/L And 83650B/L
RF Deck Cables 83640B/L and 83650B/L o Options Figure 7-36. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/L and 83650B/L Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-45 RF Deck...
Page 476: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/L Option 001 And 83650B/L Option
RF Deck Cables 83640B/L and 83650B/L Option 001 Figure 7-37. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/L Option 001 and 83650B/L Option 001 7-46 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 477: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/50B Option
RF Deck Cables 83640B/50B Option 006 Figure 7-38. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/50B Option 006 Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-47 RF Deck...
Page 478: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/50B Options 001 And 006 . . . . . . 7-40. Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B And 83630B/L
RF Deck Cables 83640B/50B; Options 001 and 006 Figure 7-39. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83640B/50B Options 001 and 006 7-48 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 479 RF Deck Cables 83620B/22B and 83630B/L o Options Figure 7-40. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B and 83630B/L Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-49 RF Deck...
Page 480: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B And 83630B/L Option
RF Deck Cables 83620B/22B and 83630B/L Option 001 Figure 7-41. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B and 83630B/L Option 001 7-50 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 481: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B/30B Option
RF Deck Cables 83620B/22B/30B Option 006 Figure 7-42. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B/30B Option 006 Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-51 RF Deck...
Page 482: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B/30B Options 001 And 006 . . . . 7-44. Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83623B
RF Deck Cables 83620B/22B/30B Options 001 and 006 Figure 7-43. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83620B/22B/30B Options 001 and 006 7-52 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 483 RF Deck Cables 83623B o Options Figure 7-44. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83623B Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-53 RF Deck...
Page 484: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83623B Option
RF Deck Cables 83623B Option 001 Figure 7-45. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83623B Option 001 7-54 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 485 RF Deck Cables 83623L o Options RF Deck Cable Locations { 83623L Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-55 RF Deck...
Page 486 RF Deck Cables 83623L Option 001 RF Deck Cable Locations { 83623L Option 001 7-56 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 487: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83624B
RF Deck Cables 83624B o Options Figure 7-46. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83624B Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-57 RF Deck...
Page 488: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83624B Option
RF Deck Cables 83624B Option 001 Figure 7-47. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83624B Option 001 7-58 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 489: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83623B/24B Option
RF Deck Cables 83623B/24B Option 006 Figure 7-48. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83623B/24B Option 006 Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-59 RF Deck...
Page 490: Rf Deck Cable Locations { 83623B/24B Options 001 And
RF Deck Cables 83623B/24B Options 001 and 006 Figure 7-49. RF Deck Cable Locations { 83623B/24B Options 001 and 006 7-60 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures Agilent 8360 RF Deck...
Page 491 Figure 7-50. RF Deck crew Locations Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-61 RF Deck...
Page 492 Motherboard Disassembly and Reassembly Tools equired -15 orx Screwdriver #2 x 4 Pozidriv Screwdriver 5/16 in. Open End Wrench 5mm Ball and Socket Driver Description and Procedure o disassemble the motherboard, follow this procedure in the order given. o reassemble the motherboard, follow this procedure in the reverse order. Cable routing may aect instrument performance.
Page 493: Motherboard Disassembly Flowchart
Figure 7-51. Motherboard Disassembly Flowchart Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-63 Motherboard...
Page 494 1. Preliminary Steps You can easily blow the fuse for the 13.5 V supply on the preregulator CAUTION assembly if you do not disconnect the AC power cord. Also, the danger of shock is increased if the power cord is connected. 1.
Page 495 2. Front Panel Removal Refer to Figure 7-53. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" before continuing. 2. Remove of the four screws under the trim strip. three 3. Remove of the three screws on the lower, front frame edge. 4. Gently pry the front panel and display from the frame. Figure 7-53.
Page 496: Front Panel Coaxial And Ribbon Cable Locations
Refer to Figure 7-54. Instruments with Option 004 do not have all the cables shown. Note 5. Cut the tie wraps holding the cables. 6. From the A9, A10, and A11 assemblies (or the A8 assembly for instruments with Option 002), disconnect the four coaxial cables (W6, W7, W8, and W9) attached to the BNC connectors, and the source module interface cable (W10).
Page 497: Removing Rf Output Connector (Front Panel)
3. J1 RF Output Connector Removal (Front Panel) Refer to Figure 7-55. o avoid damaging the connector, do not disassemble the RF output CAUTION connector assembly. Only unscrew the connector on the end of the cable. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \2. Front Panel Removal" before continuing. 2.
Page 498 When you re-attach the connector and cable to the synthesizer, rst, loosen Note the nut between cable W43 and the connector. hen reverse the steps above. Finally, torque the nut between cable W43 and the connector J1 to 10 in-lb (112 N-cm).
Page 499: Removing Rf Output Connector (Option 004)
4. J1 RF Output Connector Removal (Option 004) Refer to Figure 7-56. o avoid damaging the connector, do not disassemble the RF output CAUTION connector assembly. Only unscrew the connector on the end of the cable. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \2. Front Panel Removal" before continuing. 2.
Page 500: Rear Panel Removal
5. Rear Panel Removal Refer to Figure 7-57. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the four screws on the top back edge. 3. Remove the four screws on the bottom back edge. 4.
Page 501: Rear Panel Cable Locations
Refer to Figure 7-58. 5. Disconnect ribbon cable W31 from the motherboard. 6. Disconnect the 8-pin line switch connector. 7. Disconnect the fan harness. 8. Cut the tie wraps holding the coaxial cables to the four BNC connectors and the source module interface.
Page 502: Major Assemblies
6. Major ssemblies Removal Refer to Figure 7-59. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \2. Front Panel Removal", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", and \5. Rear Panel Removal" before continuing. 2. Remove the six screws from the regulator shield. 3. Remove the shield. 4.
Page 503: W51 Location
7. RF Deck Removal Refer to Figure 7-60. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps" and \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal" before continuing. 2. Disconnect cable W51 from the attenuator. 3. Remove the two hex screws from the RF deck. Figure 7-60. W51 Location Avoid damage to the various ribbon cables and their connectors attached to CAUTION the RF deck assembly when removing that assembly in the next step.
Page 504 8. Motherboard Removal Refer to Figure 7-61. 1. Complete \1. Preliminary Steps", \2. Front Panel Removal", \7. J1 RF Output Connector Removal", \5. Rear Panel Removal", \6. Major Assemblies Removal", and \7. RF Deck Removal" before continuing. 2. Disconnect the transformer pin-locking tab and the reference oscillator pin-locking tab. Figure 7-61.
Page 505 Figure 7-62. Motherboard crews Agilent 8360 Disassembly and Replacement Procedures 7-75 Motherboard...
Page 507 Post{Repair Table 8-1. Adjustments and Performance Tests Required After Repair or Replacement of an Assembly Assembly Adjustment Performance Test 1 Front Panel Keyboard None Full Self{Test Front Panel Self{Test 2 Source Module Interface None Full Self{Test 3 Front Panel Processor None Full Self{Test Front Panel Self{Test...
Page 508 Table 8-1. Adjustments and Performance Tests Required After Repair or Replacement of an Assembly (continued) Assembly Adjustment Performance Test 7 Reference None Full Self{Test Frequency Switching Time Spurious Signals (Non-Harmonics) Spurious Signals (Line-Related) Single Sideband Phase Noise 8 Modulation Generator M/FM D C Oset and Gain Full Self{Test Modulation Generator Flatness...
Page 509 Table 8-1. Adjustments and Performance Tests Required After Repair or Replacement of an Assembly (continued) Assembly Adjustment Performance Test 13 YO Driver YO Driver +10 V Reference Full Self{Test YO Driver Gain and Linearity Swept Frequency ccuracy YO Delay (automated) Frequency Switching Time Single Sideband Phase Noise Maximum FM Deviation...
Page 510 Table 8-1. Adjustments and Performance Tests Required After Repair or Replacement of an Assembly (continued) Assembly Adjustment Performance Test 24 Low Band Modulator Oset and Gain Full Self{Test LC Power Level ccuracy Power ccuracy Power Flatness Power Flatness Maximum Leveled Power Spurious Signals (Harmonics) Spurious Signals (Non-Harmonics)
Page 511 Table 8-1. Adjustments and Performance Tests Required After Repair or Replacement of an Assembly (continued) Assembly Adjustment Performance Test 30 Bridge Detector LC Power Level ccuracy Full Self{Test Power Flatness Power ccuracy Maximum Leveled Power 31 Step ttenuator LC Power Level ccuracy Full Self{Test Step ttenuator Flatness Maximum Leveled Power...
Page 512 Table 8-1. Adjustments and Performance Tests Required After Repair or Replacement of an Assembly (continued) Assembly Adjustment Performance Test 39 Directional Coupler None Full Self{Test Maximum Leveled Power 41 Diode Switch None Full Self{Test Maximum Leveled Power 42 Pulse Mod Switched Filter Modulator Oset and Gain Maximum Leveled Power Spurious Signals (Harmonics)
Page 513 Replaceable Parts Introduction Replaceable parts include major assemblies and all chassis hardware. able 9-1 lists reference designations and abbreviations used in this chapter. For information on removing and replacing assemblies, see Chapter 7, \Disassembly and Replacement Procedures." Module{Exchange Program Many major assemblies are covered by the module{exchange program. Under the terms of the program, factory{repaired and tested assemblies are available on a trade{in basis (a defective assembly be returned for credit).
Page 514 Ordering Information For any listed part, request the Agilent part number and quantity required from the nearest Agilent oce. How to Order Parts Fast! Agilent parts specialists have direct on{line access to the replaceable parts listed in this manual. Four{day delivery is standard; there is a charge for hotline (one{day) delivery. In the United States, call the following toll{free number: (800) 227{8164 Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm (Pacic Standard ime) Outside the United States, contact your nearest Agilent oce.
Page 515 Table 9-1. Reference Designations and Abbreviations mperage; ssembly Long; Length Termination Lock xial Lead Low Pass Filter ssembly Male; Maximum; Meter; Mil; Milli Fan; Motor Mounting Bipin Non-Time Delay Battery Nylon CH M Chamfer P N{HD Pan Head CMPNT Component Rear Panel Rotary Pulse Generator CONN...
Page 516 Figure 9-1. Module Exchange Program 9-4 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 517 Major Assemblies{Top View Figure 9-2. Major Assemblies (1 of 5) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-5...
Page 518 Major Assemblies{RF Deck Figure 9-2. Major Assemblies (2 of 5) 9-6 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 519 Major Assemblies{RF Deck Figure 9-2. Major Assemblies (3 of 5) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-7...
Page 520 Major Assemblies{RF Deck Figure 9-2. Major Assemblies (4 of 5) 9-8 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 521 Major Assemblies{RF Deck Figure 9-2. Major Assemblies (5 of 5) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-9...
Page 522 Table 9-2. Major Assemblies Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-60001 FRONT P NEL KEYBO RD SSEMBLY 08360-60002 SOURCE MODULE INTERF CE SSEMBLY 3101-2995 POWER ON/OFF SWITCH 06360-60003 FRONT P NEL PROCESSOR SSEMBLY 08360-60295 FR CTION L{N SSEMBLY 08360-60209 YO LOOP SSEMBLY 08360-69209 YO LOOP SSEMBLY (Rebuilt{Exchange) 08360-60214...
Page 523 Table 9-2. Major Assemblies (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-60212 MULTIPLIER/FILTER DRIVER SSEMBLY 08360-69212 MULTIPLIER/FILTER DRIVER SSEMBLY (Rebuilt{Exchange) 08360-60207 YO DRIVER SSEMBLY 08360-69207 YO DRIVER SSEMBLY (Rebuilt{Exchange) 08360-60014 SWEEP GENER TOR SSEMBLY 08360-69014 SWEEP GENER TOR SSEMBLY (Rebuilt{Exchange) 08360-60264 CPU SSEMBLY 08360-69264 CPU SSEMBLY (Rebuilt{Exchange)
Page 524 Table 9-2. Major Assemblies (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-60019 RE R P NEL INTERF CE SSEMBLY 08360-60266 RF INTERF CE SSEMBLY 20F1 2110-0425 FUSE (INCH) 2 125V NTD BI 2090-0357 LPH NUMERIC DISPL Y SSEMBLY 08360-60196 MOTHERBO RD SSEMBLY 10811E 10 MHZ REFERENCE ST ND RD (Includes W30) 1813-1258...
Page 525 Table 9-2. Major Assemblies (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 33326-60003 STEP TTENU TOR (83620B/22B/24B, 83623B/L, and 83630B/L) 33326-60002 STEP TTENU TOR (83640B/L) 33326-60005 STEP TTENU TOR (83650B/L) 5086-7607 DOUBLER (83640B/L) 5086-6607 DOUBLER (Rebuilt{Exchange) 5086-7604 DOUBLER (83650B/L 5086-6604 DOUBLER (Rebuilt{Exchange) 5086-7465 MPLIFIER/SWITCH (83623B) 5086-6465...
Page 526 Table 9-2. Major Assemblies (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 5086-7628 PULSE MODUL TION SWITCHED FILTER (83620B/22B Option 006) 5086-7629 PULSE MODUL TION SWITCHED FILTER (83623B/24B Option 006) 5086-7630 PULSE MODUL TION SWITCHED FILTER (83630B Option 006) 5086-7631 PULSE MODUL TION SWITCHED FILTER (83640B/50B Option 006) 1810-0118 TERMIN TION SM M LE 50...
Page 527 Cables{Front Panel Figure 9-3. Cables (1 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-15...
Page 528 Cables{Top View Figure 9-3. Cables (2 of 19) 9-16 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 529 Cables{Top View 8360 B-Series Option 002 Figure 9-3. Cables (3 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-17...
Page 530 Cables{83640B/L and 83650B/L RF Deck o Options Figure 9-3. Cables (4 of 19) 9-18 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 531 Cables{83640B/L and 83650B/L RF Deck Option 001 Figure 9-3. Cables (5 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-19...
Page 532 Cables{83640B/50B RF Deck Option 006 Figure 9-3. Cables (6 of 19) 9-20 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 533 Cables{83640B/50B RF Deck Options 001 and 006 Figure 9-3. Cables (7 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-21...
Page 534 Cables{83620B/22B and 83630B/L RF Deck o Options Figure 9-3. Cables (8 of 19) 9-22 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 535 Cables{83620B/22B and 83630B/L RF Deck Option 001 Figure 9-3. Cables (9 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-23...
Page 536 Cables{83620B/22B/30B RF Deck Option 006 Figure 9-3. Cables (10 of 19) 9-24 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 537 Cables{83620B/22B/30B RF Deck Options 001 and 006 Figure 9-3. Cables (11 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-25...
Page 538 Cables{83623B RF Deck o Options Figure 9-3. Cables (12 of 19) 9-26 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 539 Cables{83623B RF Deck Option 001 Figure 9-3. Cables (13 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-27...
Page 540 Cables{83624B RF Deck o Options Figure 9-3. Cables (14 of 19) 9-28 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 541 Cables{83624B RF Deck Option 001 Figure 9-3. Cables (15 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-29...
Page 542 Cables{83623B/24B RF Deck Option 006 Figure 9-3. Cables (16 of 19) 9-30 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 543 Cables{83623B/24B RF Deck Options 001 and 006 Figure 9-3. Cables (17 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-31...
Page 544 Cables{83623L RF Deck o Options Figure 9-3. Cables (18 of 19) 9-32 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 545 Cables{83623L RF Deck Option 001 Figure 9-3. Cables (19 of 19) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-33...
Page 546 Table 9-3. Cables Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-60062 DISPL Y POWER 3J1/ 21J1 08360-60056 SMI/MOTHERBO RD{ 2J1/ 22J1 08360-60057 F.P. PROCESSOR/MOTHERBO RD 3J2/ 22J2 08360-60055 F.P. PROCESSOR/DISPL Y 3J3/ 21J2 08360-60054 KEYBO RD/F.P. PROCESSOR 1J1/ 3J4 08360-60070 EXTERN L PULSE J2/ 9J4 (8360 B-Series) 08360-60094 EXTERN L PULSE J8/ 9J4 (8360 B-Series Option 004) 08360-60172...
Page 547 Table 9-3. Cables (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number NOT USED 08360-60228 PRE-PULSE LEVELING DET{ 38J13/ 10J6 08360-60245 PRE-PULSE LEVELING DET{ 42J4/ 10J6 (8360 B-Series Option 006) 08360-60093 RP SMI LEVELING{ 19J2/ 10J3 08360-60107 LOWB ND DETECTOR{ 24J3/ 10J5 08360-60106 HI B ND DETECTOR{CR1/ 10J7 08360-60079 YO FM SIGN L 11J2/ 26J3 (8360 B-Series only)
Page 548 Table 9-3. Cables (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-60190 RF INTERF CE/ MP FILTER{ 20J8/ 29J1 08360-60040 RF INTERF CE/YO{ 20J10/ 26J1 08360-20072 DIR COUPLER/RF OUT{ 30J2/J1 (83620B/22B/24B, 83623B/L, and 83630B/L) 08360-20072 TTEN/RF OUT{ 31J2/J1 (83620B/22B/24B, 83623B/L, and 83630B/L Option 001) 08360-20073 DIR COUPLER/RF OUT{ 30J2/J1 (83620B/22B/24B, 83623B/L, and 83630B/L Option 004)
Page 549 Table 9-3. Cables (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number NOT USED 08360-20075 LOWB ND/ MP SWITCH{ 24J4/ 33J3 (83623B) 08360-20163 LOWB ND/ MP FILTER{ 24J4/ 29J2 (83620B/22B, 83623L, and 83630B/L) 08360-20139 LOWB ND/DOUBLER{ 24J4/ 32J3 (83640B/L and 83650B/L) 08360-20246 LOWB ND/PLS MOD SW FILT{ 24J4/ 42J7 (83620B/23B/30B Option 006) 08360-20235 MP MULT/ UX OUTPUT{ 28J4/J14...
Page 550 Table 9-3. Cables (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-20208 MP MULT/DU L MOD{ 28J3/ 38J15 08360-20258 MP MULT/ M MOD{ 28J3/ 38J8 (8360 B-Series Option 006), 83623L 08360-20203 DU L MOD/ MP FILTER{ 38J16/ 29J2 08360-20203 M MOD/ MP FILTER{ 38J9/ 29J2 (8360 B-Series Option 006) 08360-20218 FILTER/ MP SWITCH{ 29J3/ 33J2 (83623B) 08360-20221...
Page 551 Table 9-3. Cables (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-60183 PULSE OUT{ 8J5/ 9J4 (8360 B-Series Option 002) 08360-60184 M OUT{ 8J8/ 10J1 (8360 B-Series Option 002) 08360-60185 FM OUT{ 8J9/ 11J1 (8360 B-Series Option 002) 08360-60224 RF INTERF CE/DIODE SWITCH{ 20J12/ 41J1 ( ll models except 83624B) 08360-60248 F ST PULSE HI{ 9J3/ 42J1 (8360 B-Series Option 006)
Page 552 Front Panel Hardware Figure 9-4. Front Panel Hardware 9-40 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 553 Table 9-4. Front Panel Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 0515-2043 SCREW-M CH. M4 x 0.7 8MM-LG 90-DEG-FLH-HD 0515-0943 SCREW-M CH. M4 x 0.7 12MM-LG 0535-0082 NUT-SPECI LTY M3.5 x 1.27 THD; 8.44MM 0370-3033 ROT RY KNOB 0515-2043 SCREW-M CH. M4 x 0.7 8MM-LG 90-DEG-FLH-HD 0515-0943 SCREW-M CH.
Page 554 Front Panel, Casting and Keypad Figure 9-5. Front Panel, Casting and Keypad Table 9-5. Front Panel, Casting and Keypad Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-60146 KEYP D REPL CEMENT KIT 08360-20051 FRONT P NEL C STING - FEEDS (8360 B-Series only) 06360-20050 FRONT P NEL C STING - NO FEEDS (Option 004 for all 8360 B/L models)
Page 555 Front Panel, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-6. Front Panel, Attaching Hardware (1 of 3) Table 9-6. Front Panel, Attaching Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 0515-0372 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M3 x 0.5 8MM-LG 0515-0664 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M3 x 0.5 12MM-LG 08360-00034 MOUNTING BR CKET - DISPL Y 0515-0372...
Page 556 Front Panel, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-6. Front Panel, Attaching Hardware (2 of 3) 9-44 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 557 Front Panel, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-6. Front Panel, Attaching Hardware (3 of 3) Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-45...
Page 558 Rear Panel Hardware Figure 9-7. Rear Panel Hardware 9-46 Replaceable Parts Agilent 8360...
Page 559 Rear Panel Hardware Table 9-7. Rear Panel (1 of 2) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-00001 RE R P NEL 0515-1372 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M3 x 0.5 8MM-LG BNC CONNECTORS (Order 34 of Table 9-2) 6960-0027 PLUG-HOLE TR-HD FOR .625-D-HOLE NYL 08360-60094 J8 - C Y-PLS INPUT (Option 004)
Page 560 Table 9-7. Rear Panel (2 of 2) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number F N (see Table 9-2) 08360-00025 PL TE - RE R BL NK 6960-0027 PLUG-HOLE TR-HD FOR .625-D-HOLE NYL J11-C Y- M/FM OUTPUT (Option 002) (Includes the following) 2950-0035 NUT-HEX DBL-CH M 15/32-32-THD 2190-0102...
Page 561 Rear Panel Fan Assembly Figure 9-8. Rear Panel Fan Assembly Table 9-8. Rear Panel Fan Assembly Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 0515-0430 SMM 3.0 6 PM TX 08360-00059 F N SHROUD 08360-20254 FO M 08360-00058 HEXCELL HONEYCOMB 08360-40011 GROUND HEX SHROUD 08360-00060 RE R P NEL 0515-2011...
Page 562 Bottom View, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-9. Bottom View, Attaching Hardware Table 9-9. Bottom View, Attaching Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 6960-0016 PLUG-HOLE TR-HD FOR .125-D HOLE NYL SCREW-M CHINE (See Table 9-7) 0624-0518 SCREW-TPG 6-19 .25-IN-LG P N-HD-TORX T15 08360-40002 HIGH VOLT GE COVER 0515-0382...
Page 563 Top View, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-10. Top View, Attaching Hardware Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-51...
Page 564 Table 9-10. Top View, Attaching Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-00015 POWER SUPPLY HOUSING SCREW-M CHINE (See Table 9-8) 08360-20044 END SUPPORT 0515-0501 SCREW-SKT-HD-C P M6 x 1.0 12MM-LG 5021-7872 MOUNTING BR CKET BRIDGE DETECTOR (83620B/22B/30B/40B/50B) 08360-00008 MOUNTING BR CKET COUPLER/DETECTOR (83623B/24B) 0515-0372 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M3 x 0.5 8MM-LG (Quantity is 4 in instruments with Option 001)
Page 565 Left ide View, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-11. Left ide View, Attaching Hardware Table 9-11. Left ide View, Attaching Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 0515-2086 SCREW-SPCL M4 x 0.7 7MM-LG 90-DEG-FLH-HD 0515-0382 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M4 x 0.7 12MM-LG 0515-2086 SCREW-SPCL M4 x 0.7 7MM-LG 90-DEG-FLH-HD Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-53...
Page 566 Right ide View, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-12. Right ide View, Attaching Hardware Table 9-12. Right ide View, Attaching Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 0515-0382 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M4 x 0.7 12MM-LG 0515-2086 SCREW-SPCL M4 x 0.7 7MM-LG 90-DEG-FLH-HD 0515-0433 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M4 x 0.7 8MM-LG 0515-0382 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M4 x 0.7 12MM-LG...
Page 567 RF Deck Right ide View, Attaching Hardware Figure 9-13. RF Deck Right ide View, Attaching Hardware Table 9-13. RF Deck Right ide View, Attaching Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 0515-0372 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M3 x 0.5 8MM-LG 3050-0169 W SHER-SPR CRVD NO.6 .143-IN-ID 0515-2011 SCREW-M CHINE SSEMBLY M3.5 x 0.060 12MM-LG 2360-0370...
Page 568 RF Connector and Attaching Hardware Figure 9-14. RF Connector and Attaching Hardware Table 9-14. RF Connector and Attaching Hardware Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 08360-20095 FRONT MOUNTING BR CKET 3.5 MM CONNECTOR 08360-20096 FRONT MOUNTING BR CKET 2.4 MM CONNECTOR 08360-20088 SP CER FOR 3.5 MM CONNECTOR 2950-0001...
Page 569 Chassis Parts Figure 9-15. Chassis Parts Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-57...
Page 570 Table 9-15. Chassis Parts Ref. Part Description Desig. Number 5062-3736 COVER-TOP 0515-1245 SCREW - COVER 5021-5838 SIDE R ILS 5041-8802 TRIM STRIP 5021-8405 FRONT FR ME 5062-3800 H NDLE SSEMBLY 0515-0943 H NDLE SCREWS 5021-8497 TRIM FRONT H NDLE 5041-8801 FOOT -FM .5M 5062-3748 COVER-BOTTOM...
Page 571 Table 9-16. Miscellaneous Replaceable Accessories Ref. Part Description Desig. Number LABELS 7120-3737 LBL WRN HI VOLT 83620-80004 N MEPL TE 83620B 83621-80002 N MEPL TE 83621B 83622-80002 N MEPL TE 83622B 83623-80003 N MEPL TE 83623B 83624-80002 N MEPL TE 83624B 83630-80002 N MEPL TE 83630B 83631-80002...
Page 572 Table 9-16. Miscellaneous Replaceable Accessories (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number TOOL KIT 08360-60060 (Includes the following) 08360-60086 EXTENDER BO RD-DIGIT L BO RDS 08360-60085 EXTENDER BO RD- N LOG BO RDS 08360-60081 EXTENDER BO RD-POST REGUL TOR 08360-60077 EXTENDER BO RD-SWITCHING REGUL TOR 08360-60030 EXTENDER BO RD-RECTIFIER/FILTER 08360-60084...
Page 573 Documentation For 83621B/31B/51B 08360-90138 83621B/31B/51B Manual Set (This includes the following manuals:) 08360-90136 Troubleshooting Guide 08360-90137 Service Guide Agilent Technologies 8360 Component-Level Repair Manual 08360-90141 gilent Technologies 8360 Component-Level Repair Manual Agilent 8360 Replaceable Parts 9-61...
Page 574 Table 9-16. Miscellaneous Replaceable Accessories (continued) Ref. Part Description Desig. Number PGRADE/OPTION RETROFIT KITS 08360-60218 DD OPTION 001 RETROFIT KIT - 83620B/22B/24B, 83623B/L, and 83630B/L 08360-60220 DD OPTION 001 RETROFIT KIT - 83640B/L and 83650B/L 08360-60129 DEL OPTION 001 RETROFIT KIT - 83620B/22B/24B, 83623B/L, and 83630B/L 08360-60221 DEL OPTION 001 RETROFIT KIT - 83640B/L and 83650B/L...
Page 575 Preventive Maintenance Introduction his chapter contains the following information on care and maintenance of the synthesizer: How to Clean the Fan Filter How to Clean the Display Filter How to Replace the Line Fuse How to Replace the CPU Battery Connector Care WA NING This is a afety Class I product (provided with a protective earthing ground...
Page 576 How to Clean the Fan Filter he cooling fan, located on the rear panel, has a thin foam lter. How often the lter must be cleaned depends on the environment in which the synthesizer operates. As the lter collects dust, the fan speed increases to maintain air ow (as the fan speed increases, so does the fan noise).
Page 577 Figure 10-1. Removing the Fan Filter Agilent 8360 Preventive Maintenance 10-3...
Page 578 How to Clean the Display Filter he synthesizer's display is protected by a plastic display lter. o clean the display lter, use mild soap or detergent and water, or a commercial window cleaner (ammonia does not hurt the plastic surface). Use a soft, lint-free cloth. Do use abrasive cleaners, tissues, or paper towels which can scratch the plastic.
Page 579 How to Replace the Line Fuse he line fuse is located on the instrument rear panel. Replace this fuse as follows: 1. urn the synthesizer to standby (yellow LED on). 2. Remove the AC line cord. WA NING The detachable power cord is the instrument disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument.
Page 580 How to Replace the CPU Battery ( 15BT1) WA NING Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended. Battery A15BT1 contains lithium iodide. Do not incinerate or puncture this battery. Dispose of the discharged battery in a safe manner. Do not throw batteries away but collect as small chemical waste.
Page 581 Connector Care Clean and gage the synthesizer's output connector periodically. For details, refer to , which documents the principles of microwave connector care. Application Note 326 Agilent 8360 Preventive Maintenance 10-7...
Page 583 Option Retrofits Introduction his chapter provides option retrot information. Each option and the complexity of the retrot procedure are brie y described. Some options cannot be retrotted and so are not mentioned in this chapter. Where applicable, kit part numbers are provided for both adding and deleting the option.
Page 584 dd ttenuator ( dd Option 001) Option 001 adds an attenuator to the RF deck to provide the capability of setting a wider range of output power. o add the attenuator, the RF deck must be recongured. Adjustments and performance tests that are required after installation of the attenuator are listed in Chapter 8 and in the installation note.
Page 585 dd Modulation/Generator ( dd Option 002) Option 002 adds a digitally-synthesized internal modulation source and AM depth and FM deviation meters. Because this is a complex procedure, it is recommended that the instrument be returned to an Agilent service center for retrotting. Purchase of the retrot kit includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Page 586 Rear Panel RF Output ( dd Option 004) Option 004 moves the RF output, external ALC input, pulse input/output, AM input, and FM input connectors from the front panel to the rear panel. Due to the unique design of the RF deck, there is no loss of output power with the rear output option. Adjustments and performance tests that are required after installation are listed in Chapter 8 and in the installation note included in the retrot kit.
Page 587 1 Hz Capability ( dd Option 008) Option 008 provides 1 Hz frequency resolution (1 kHz resolution is standard). HP BASIC 5.1 and an HP 9000 series 200 or 300 computer are required to run the software to retrot the instrument. Agilent Retrot Kit Part Number Model Number...
Page 588 Rack Mount Slide Kit ( dd Option 806) Option 806 contains the necessary hardware to mount sliding rack mounts on the synthesizer. his allows easier access to the synthesizer when it is mounted in an equipment rack. You must remove the instrument side panels to install the kit. Instructions for installation are in the installation note included in the retrot kit.
Page 589 Extra Manual Set ( dd Option 910) All instruments are supplied with one complete manual set which documents operation and service. Each Option 910 (available only with the initial order) provides one additional complete manual set. o order additional manuals after initial shipment, order the individual manual part numbers, or the manual set part numbers listed in Chapter 9.
Page 591 Instrument History How to Use Instrument History his manual documents the current production versions of the \standalone" Agilent 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator. his manual will be modied to apply to future versions of these instrument models. Information provided in this chapter will then allow you to adapt this manual to the earlier versions.
Page 592 Change A Change The A4 Fractional-N Assembly has Changed All Agilent 8360 B-Series and 8360 L-Series instruments with serial prex numbers 3722A and below have a Fractional-N assembly that is dierent than the one documented in this manual. As a result, you must apply the changes described in this section in order for this manual to conform to your instrument.
Page 593 Change A Figure 12-3. Major Assembly and Cable Locations Agilent 8360 Instrument History 12-3 ervice...
Page 594 Change A djustments he following adjustments apply to your instrument. Use these adjustments in addition to the ones described in the \Adjustments" chapter of this manual. Fractional-N VCO Adjustment Description and Procedure No test equipment is required for this procedure. his adjustment sets the VCO tuning voltage to 6.0 V for a VCO output of 60 MHz.
Page 595 1. Verify that an analog extender board is used. 2. Make sure the 125 kHz reference cable, W11, is connected to A4J1. 3. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e Fractional-N eference and API Spurs Adjustment perform this adjustment on a new or rebuilt replacement assembly.
Page 596 Change A Figure 12-5. Fractional-N Reference and API pur Adjustment etup Equipment Spectrum Analyzer HP/Agilent 8566B 2. On the spectrum analyzer, set: Frequency pan: 0 Hz Resolution Bandwidth: 10 Hz weep Time: 10 s Reference Level: 10 dBm cale Log: 10 dB/Division Video Averaging: Clear Write A:...
Page 597 Change A Center Frequency: 44.0 MHz Reference Level: 40 dBm 5. On the synthesizer, adjust A4R70 (see Figure 12-6) for minimum signal on the spectrum analyzer. Figure 12-6. Fractional-N Reference and API purs Adjustment Locations he dierence in level between the signal noted in step 4 and the signal in this step should be at least 75 dBc.
Page 598 3. If you cannot adjust spurs below the recommended levels, the problem is probably with the A4 fractional-N assembly. Refer to the Agilent Technologies 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generator/8360 L-Series Swept CW Generator Troubleshooting Gui e 12-8 Instrument History...
Page 599 Change A Calibration Constants Use the information in able 12-3 instead of the equivalent Fractional{N information provided in the \Calibration Constants" chapter. Table 12-3. Assemblies and Corresponding Cal Constant ID Numbers and Revisions Assembly ID Number Revision Part Number Description None #496 08360-60010 Fractional{N...
Page 600 Index AM/FM DAC oset and gain adjustment, 3-73 AM input impedance adjustment, 3-86 10 MHz reference standard removal, 7-29 AM oset adjustment, 3-78 10 MHz standard amplier/lter adjustment, 3-32 adjustment interval, 3-8 amplier lter removal, 7-44 10 MHz standard adjustment, 3-4 amplier multiplier removal, 7-44 125 kHz reference spur, 12-5 amplier removal, 7-44...
Page 601 checksum verication, 4-2 connector care, 10-7 internal pulse accuracy, 2-105 coupler removal, 7-44 internal timebase aging rate, 2-7 DC blocking capacitor removal, 7-42, 7-44 J10 removal, 7-25 diode switch removal, 7-44 J14 removal, 7-25 directional coupler removal, 7-44 J1 RF output connector removal, 7-13, 7-26 disassembly J1 RF output connector removal, front panel, front panel, 7-4...
Page 602 FM bandwidth, 2-95 rear panel, 7-27, 7-70 frequency switching time, 2-18 rear panel interface, 7-31 internal pulse accuracy, 2-105 RF deck, 7-73 internal timebase, 2-7 RF output connector, 7-13, 7-26 maximum FM deviation, 2-100 RPG, 7-12 maximum leveled power, 2-28 source module interface, 7-11 modulation meter, 2-107 transformer, 7-30...
Page 603 UVEPROM YIG oscillator removal, 7-44 calibration constants, 4-2 YO delay adjustment, 5-12 YO driver +10 V reference adjustment, 3-14 YO driver gain and linearity adjustment, 3-15 VCO tuning voltage, 12-4 YO loop gain adjustment, 3-17 voltage selector switch removal, 7-32 volts/GHz adjustment, 3-95 Index-4...

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