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Agilent Technologies E4401B Getting Started Manual

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Agilent Technologies ESA Spectrum Analyzers
This manual provides documentation for the following instruments:
Manufacturing Part Number: E4401-90464
© Copyright 2001-2003 Agilent Technologies, Inc.
ESA-E Series
E4401B (9 kHz - 1.5 GHz)
E4402B (9 kHz - 3.0 GHz)
E4404B (9 kHz - 6.7 GHz)
E4405B (9 kHz - 13.2 GHz)
E4407B (9 kHz - 26.5 GHz)
and
ESA-L Series
E4411B (9 kHz - 1.5 GHz)
E4403B (9 kHz - 3.0 GHz)
E4408B (9 kHz - 26.5 GHz)
Supersedes: E4401-90437
Printed in USA
November 2003

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  • Page 1 Manufacturing Part Number: E4401-90464 Supersedes: E4401-90437 © Copyright 2001-2003 Agilent Technologies, Inc. ESA-E Series E4401B (9 kHz - 1.5 GHz) E4402B (9 kHz - 3.0 GHz) E4404B (9 kHz - 6.7 GHz) E4405B (9 kHz - 13.2 GHz) E4407B (9 kHz - 26.5 GHz) ESA-L Series E4411B (9 kHz - 1.5 GHz)

  • Page 2: Additional Information

    Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Agilent Technologies makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Printer Setup and Operation ........
  • Page 4 GPIB Cable ............84 HP/Agilent 11970 Series Harmonic Mixers ....... . 84 HP/Agilent 11974 Series Preselected Millimeter Mixers .

  • Page 5: Installation And Setup

    Installation and Setup...
  • Page 6 “Power Requirements” on page 10 • “Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time” on page 15 • “Printer Setup and Operation” on page 19 • “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” on page 22 • “Running Internal Alignments” on page 18 •...

  • Page 7: Initial Inspection

    Initial Inspection Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress. Retain the shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship the analyzer to another location or to Agilent Technologies for service. Verify that the contents of the shipping container are complete.
  • Page 8 Installation and Setup Initial Inspection Item Documentation CD-ROM NOTE If you purchased one or more optional measurement personalities, the related guides for the options you ordered are included. Service documentation is not included in the standard documentation set. See page 69 for information on ordering.
  • Page 9 If There Is a Problem If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the container are incomplete: • Contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office to arrange for repair or replacement (Table 6-2. on page 93). You will not need to wait for a claim settlement. •...

  • Page 10: Power Requirements

    Installation and Setup Power Requirements Power Requirements The only physical installation of your Agilent spectrum analyzer is a connection to a power source. Line voltage does not need to be selected. WARNING Failure to ground the analyzer properly can result in personal injury. Before turning on the analyzer, you must connect its protective earth terminals to the protective conductor of the main power cable.

  • Page 11: Checking The Fuse

    Table 1-1. AC Power Requirements Description Voltage Voltage Power Consumption, On Power Consumption, Standby Table 1-2. DC Power Requirements Description Voltage Power Consumption Power Consumption, Standby Checking the Fuse Where IEC regulations apply, use a 5 by 20 mm, rated F5A, 250 V IEC approved fuse. This fuse may be used with input line voltages of 115 V or 230 V.
  • Page 12 Installation and Setup Power Requirements NOTE The front panel switch is a standby switch only; it is not a LINE switch (power disconnecting device). Install the product so that the detachable power cord is readily WARNING identifiable and easily reached by the operator. The detachable power cord is the product disconnecting device.
  • Page 13 Installation and Setup Power Requirements Table 1-3. AC Power Cords Chapter 1...
  • Page 14 Installation and Setup Power Requirements Battery Information The analyzer uses a lithium battery to enable the internal memory to retain data. The date when the battery was installed is on a label on the rear panel of the analyzer. See Figure 1-1.

  • Page 15: Turning On The Analyzer For The First Time

    Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time Plug in the power cord. WARNING If this product is to be energized via an external auto transformer for voltage reduction, make sure that its common terminal is connected to a neutral (earthed pole) of the power supply. CAUTION The analyzer is shipped with a a transportation disk inserted in the disk drive to prevent damage to the disk drive during transportation.

  • Page 16: Why Aren't All The Personality Options Loaded In Memory

    Installation and Setup Firmware Revision readily available. You can also obtain the firmware revision and serial number by pressing Allow the analyzer to warm-up for 5 minutes before making a calibrated measurement. To meet its specifications, the analyzer must meet operating temperature conditions. If the analyzer is an Agilent Technologies E4402B, E4403B, E4404B, E4405B, E4407B, or E4408B, connect a BNC cable from the AMPTD REF OUT to INPUT 50 adapter.
  • Page 17 You can get automatic electronic notification of new firmware releases and other product updates/information by subscribing to the Agilent Technologies Test & Measurement E-Mail Notification Service for the PSA and ESA Series at http://www.agilent.com/find/notifyme Chapter 1 Installation and Setup Firmware Revision...

  • Page 18: Running Internal Alignments

    Installation and Setup Running Internal Alignments Running Internal Alignments Each time the analyzer is powered on, the internal alignment routine runs automatically. The analyzer was shipped from the factory with the Alignments mode set to Align All NOTE When the Alignment routine runs, you will hear the attenuator settings changing, which generates noise.

  • Page 19: Printer Setup And Operation

    Printer Setup and Operation A printer can be connected to your analyzer if it is equipped with an external I/O interface. Supported printers accept Hewlett-Packard Printer Control Language Level 3 (PCL3) or 5 (PCL5). Refer to the documentation or specifications supplied with your printer, or contact the manufacturer to identify your printer’s language.
  • Page 20 Interconnection and Setup 1. Turn off the printer and the analyzer. 2. Connect the printer to the analyzer parallel I/O interface connector using an IEEE 1284 compliant parallel printer cable. 3. If appropriate, configure your printer using configuration menus or switches. Refer to your printer’s documentation for more specific information on configuring your printer.
  • Page 21 When you have completed the analyzer’s printer setup, press on the front panel. If the printer is ready and the printer setup was successful, a printout of the analyzer display will be printed. If the printer is not ready, the message Printer Timeout will appear on the analyzer display.

  • Page 22: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

    Installation and Setup Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components (the possibility of unseen damage caused by ESD is present whenever components are transported, stored, or used). Test Equipment and ESD To help reduce ESD damage that can occur while using test equipment: •...

  • Page 23: Legal Information

    Legal Information WARNING This is a Safety Class 1 Product (provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall be inserted only in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the product is likely to make the product dangerous.
  • Page 24 Installation and Setup Legal Information Chapter 1...

  • Page 25: Front And Rear Panel Features

    Front and Rear Panel Features This chapter gives you an overview of the front and rear panels of your analyzer. For details on analyzer keys and remote programming, refer to the User’s and Programmer’s Guide. For connector specifications (including input/output levels), see the Specifications guide.

  • Page 26: Front Panel Overview

    Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview 2.1 Front Panel Overview This section provides information on the analyzer’s front panel, including: • Front Panel Connectors and Keys, see below • “Display Annotations” on page 30 2.1.1 Front-Panel Connectors and Keys Viewing Angle keys adjust the display so that it can be optimally viewed from different angles.
  • Page 27 The executes the Print Setup immediately sends hardcopy data to the printer. See your User’s guide for more details. functions control the markers, read out frequencies and amplitudes MARKER...
  • Page 28 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview frequency span are level are NOTE If an entry from the numeric keypad does not coincide with an allowed function The Step Keys ( size depends upon the current analyzer measurement. Each press results in a single step change.
  • Page 29 between the split-screen and full-sized display of the active window. . Press the Help description of the key function and the associated SCPI command. The next key you press will remove the help window from the display. RF OUT 50 output for the built-in tracking generator.

  • Page 30: Display Annotations

    Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview 2.1.2 Display Annotations Table 2-1 Screen Annotation Item Description Detector mode Reference level Active function block Screen title Time and date display RF attenuation Marker frequency Marker amplitude Associated Function Key Detector Ref Level Refer to the description of the activated function.
  • Page 31 Table 2-1 Screen Annotation (Continued) Item Description GPIB annunciators R - remote operation L - GPIB listen T - GPIB talk S - GPIB SRQ Data invalid indicator Status Informational messages Key menu title Key menu Frequency span or stop frequency Sweep time/Points Video bandwidth Frequency offset...
  • Page 32 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Overview Table 2-1 Screen Annotation (Continued) Item Description Trigger/Sweep F - free-run trigger L - line trigger V - video trigger E - external (front) trigger T - TV trigger (Options BAA, B7B only) B - RF burst trigger (Opt B7E only) C - continuous sweep S - single sweep...

  • Page 33: Rear-Panel Features

    2.2 Rear-Panel Features Power input line-power source outlet has a protective ground contact. is the input for the dc power source. Refer to the “Power DC Power Requirements” section in the specifications guide for your analyzer. CAUTION AC line power and dc power should not be plugged in simultaneously. .
  • Page 34 IF, Video, and Sweep Ports (Option A4J) Frequency Extension a. The Frequency Extension Assembly comes standard with the Agilent E4408B. Table 2-3 Agilent ESA-E Series (E4401B, E4402B, E4404B, E4405B, E4407B) Slot # GPIB and Parallel Interface (Option A4H) RS-232 and Parallel Interface (Option 1AX)b...
  • Page 35 c. Only one IF and Sweep Port option (Option A4J or Option AYX) can be installed at a time. d. Only one demod option (Option BAA or Option 106) can be installed at a time. e. The Frequency Extension Assembly comes standard with the Agilent E4404B, E4405B and E4407B.
  • Page 36 Front and Rear Panel Features Rear-Panel Features PRESEL TUNE OUTPUT External Mixing (Option AYZ) is installed. Card Slot Identification Numbers. Refer to Table 2-6. and Table 2-7. for card slot versus option card compatibility information. 10 MHz REF IN to +10 dBm as a timebase. NOTE It is not necessary to connect the 10 MHz REF OUT to the 10 MHz REF IN on the 10 MHz REF OUT...
  • Page 37 Front and Rear Panel Features Rear-Panel Features protects the analyzer from drawing too much dc power. Replace only DC Fuse with a fuse of the same rating. See the label on the rear panel. Chapter 2...

  • Page 38: Key Overview

    Front and Rear Panel Features Key Overview 2.3 Key Overview The keys labeled FREQUENCY Channel The front-panel keys are dark gray, light gray, green, or white in color. Front-panel keys that are white perform an immediate action rather than bringing up a menu. The only green key is the key, which performs an analyzer reset (A summary of all front panel keys and their related Preset menu keys can be found in user’s guide for your analyzer).
  • Page 39 Front and Rear Panel Features Key Overview In other key menus, one key label will always be highlighted to show which key has been selected but the menu is immediately exited when a selection is made. For example, when you press the key (on the menu), it will bring up its own menu of keys.

  • Page 40: Front And Rear Panel Symbols

    Front and Rear Panel Features Front and Rear Panel Symbols 2.4 Front and Rear Panel Symbols This symbol is used to indicate power ON. This symbol is used to indicate power STANDBY mode. This symbol indicates the input power required is AC. The instruction documentation symbol.

  • Page 41: Making A Basic Measurement

    Making a Basic Measurement This chapter provides information on basic analyzer operation. For more information on making measurements, see the measurement guide for your analyzer.
  • Page 42 Making a Basic Measurement This chapter is divided into the following sections: • “Using the Front Panel” on page 43 • “Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer” on page 44 • “Viewing a Signal” on page 45 Ensure that the total power of all signals at the analyzer input does not CAUTION exceed +30 dBm (1 watt).

  • Page 43: Using The Front Panel

    Using the Front Panel Entering Data When setting measurement parameters, there are several ways to enter or modify the value of the active function: Increments or decrements the current value. Knob Increments or decrements the current value. Arrow Keys Numeric Keypad Enters a specific value. Then press the desired terminator (either a unit softkey, or the Terminate a value that requires a unit-of-measurement.

  • Page 44: Presetting The Spectrum Analyzer

    Making a Basic Measurement Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer Preset provides a known starting point for making measurements. The analyzer has three types of preset: Restores the analyzer to its factory-defined state. Factory Preset Restores the analyzer to a user-defined state. User Preset This type of preset restores the currently selected mode to a known Mode Preset...

  • Page 45: Viewing A Signal

    Viewing a Signal 1. Press . If the softkeys Preset Factory Preset 2. Connect the analyzer’s rear panel 10 MHz REF OUT to the front-panel input. Setting Reference Level and Center Frequency NOTE The display examples in this section are made using various analyzer models, you may see some variations depending upon your analyzer.
  • Page 46 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Figure 3-1 10 MHz Internal Reference Signal and Associated Spectrum Setting Frequency Span 5. Set the frequency span to 50 MHz: Press This displays the signal as shown in 10 MHz Peak SPAN Figure 3-2.
  • Page 47 Figure 3-2 Span Changed to 50 MHz Reading Frequency & Amplitude 6. Place a marker (labeled 1) on the 10 MHz peak, as shown in Press Peak Search Note that the frequency and amplitude of the marker appear both in the active function block, and in the upper-right corner of the screen.
  • Page 48 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal Figure 3-3 A Marker on the 10 MHz Peak Figure 3-4 Relationship Between Frequency and Amplitude Active function block Marker Annotation Chapter 3...
  • Page 49 Improving Frequency Accuracy 9. While not all of the zeros following the decimal in the active function block are significant, the numbers after the decimal in the marker annotation (upper-right corner of screen) are significant. To increase the accuracy of the frequency reading in the marker annotation, turn on the frequency count function.
  • Page 50 Making a Basic Measurement Viewing a Signal NOTE After properly setting the analyzer to display your signal, you can save the settings as either a user preset (press User Preset Figure 3-5 Increasing Marker Frequency Accuracy Figure 3-6 Using Marker Counter ), or a file (see “Saving a File”...

  • Page 51: Viewing Catalogs And Saving Files

    Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files...
  • Page 52 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files The analyzer stores and retrieves data similarly to the way that a personal computer (PC) does: both have internal storage and a floppy disk drive. While a PC has an internal drive, the analyzer’s internal storage is nonvolatile (flash) memory, which acts as an internal drive.

  • Page 53: File Menu Functions

    File Menu Functions This chapter describes how to use the functions located under the front-panel storage and retrieval are handled similarly to that of personal computers (PCs). Like PCs, these analyzers include an internal storage drive and a floppy disk drive, both of which have directory and sub-directory capability.
  • Page 54 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files File Menu Functions Press to bring up a screen display as shown in Figure 4-1. File Catalog Figure 4-1. Catalog Menu NOTE Use the front-panel move up and down within the directory information box. 1. The entry fields show the parameters for the files viewed. Entry fields that are being modified or are modifiable are indicated by highlighting (inverse video).

  • Page 55: Creating A Directory

    b. Type: column displays the extension of the filename, for example, .SET, .STA, .TRC. Directories are displayed as DIR and drives have nothing listed under Type:. They are only designated by the Name: column ([-A-] or [-C-]). c. Size: column displays the size of the file in bytes. d.

  • Page 56: Formatting A Floppy Disk

    Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files File Menu Functions Formatting a Floppy Disk You can format a floppy disk in the analyzer. The format is MS-DOS necessary to format your floppy disk with the analyzer; preformatted disks can be used with the analyzer. 1.

  • Page 57: Saving A File

    1. Perform a factory preset by pressing 2. Turn on the internal 50 MHz alignment signal of the analyzer as follows: • For the Agilent E4401B and E4411B, use the internal 50 MHz alignment signal of the analyzer as the signal being measured. Press •...
  • Page 58 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Figure 4-3. Viewing Trace 1 6. Activate trace 2 and put it into minimum hold by pressing analyzer display should look similar to Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4. Viewing Traces 1 and 2 7.

  • Page 59: Step 2. Save The File

    Figure 4-5. Viewing Traces 1, 2, and 3 Step 2. Save the file 1. To access the Save menu, press, 2. Select the type of file you want to save. In this example you are saving a trace; press Type, Trace NOTE Trace files are not bitmap files.
  • Page 60 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File existing file. If you select a filename that already exists, the status bar will display the message: File already exists. If you do not choose a filename, the analyzer will automatically generate a name based on the type of file you are saving (Setup: SETUP, State: STATE, Trace: TRACE, Limits: LIMIT, Corrections: COREC, Screen: SCREN).

  • Page 61: Loading A File

    Loading a file 1. Reset the analyzer by pressing 2. To access the Load menu, press 3. Select the type of file you want to load (setup, state, trace, limits, or corrections). In this example you are loading a trace file; press NOTE Not all file types can be loaded back into the analyzer.
  • Page 62 Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Agilent E4401B and E4411B, press models, press Input/Output Note that when a trace is loaded, it is placed in view mode. To see that trace 2 is in view mode, blank traces 1 and 3 by pressing .

  • Page 63: Renaming A File

    Renaming a File 1. To access the menu, press Rename 2. Select the type of file you want to rename (setup, state, trace, limits, screens, or corrections). In this example you are renaming a trace file; press 3. Select the drive and directory where your file is located. In this example, choose drive C:\START.

  • Page 64: Copying A File

    Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Saving a File Copying a File 1. To access the Copy menu, press boxes as described by the From: and To: fields located directly above the boxes. Refer to Figure 4-9. Figure 4-9. Copy Menu 2.

  • Page 65: Deleting A File

    NOTE Highlighting a filename in the To: directory box has no significance. The file cannot be placed inside another file. 7. Press to execute the operation. The message: “Copying file” is displayed Copy Now during the copying process. Upon completion, the status bar reads: “C:\START\RENAME.TRC file copied”.

  • Page 66: Using The Alpha Editor

    Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files Using the Alpha Editor Using the Alpha Editor The Alpha Editor enables you to select letters to enter a name for a file or directory ( File , for example). Rename 1. Use the keys to display the softkey that lists the character you want. Each softkey More has several characters on it.

  • Page 67: Options And Accessories

    Options and Accessories This chapter lists options and accessories available for your analyzer.

  • Page 68: Ordering Options And Accessories

    For example, if you are ordering Option 1D6 for an Agilent E4401B, you would order E4401B 1D6. If you are ordering an option after the purchase of your analyzer, you will need to add a U (for upgrade) to the product number and then specify which option you are ordering.

  • Page 69: Options

    Options Option Gray Backpack Carrying Case Yellow Backpack Carrying Case Color Display Low Emission Bluetooth FM Demodulation ACPR Dynamic Range Extension Noise Figure Measurement Personality Distance to Fault Measurement Personality Phase Noise Measurement Personality Cable TV Measurement Personality Bluetooth Measurement Personality Modulation Analysis Benchlink Web Remote Control Software ESA to 89600 Series Software Link Utility...
  • Page 70 Options and Accessories Options Option 50 to 75 Ohm Matching Pad 50 Ohm Tracking Generator 75 Ohm input 75 Ohm Tracking Generator Narrow Resolution Bandwidths RF Preamplifier GPIB and Parallel Interface IF, Video and Sweep Ports DC Power Cable Transit Case Gray Soft Carrying/Operating Case Yellow Carrying/Operating Case Fast Time Domain Sweeps...

  • Page 71: Option Descriptions

    Option Low Frequency Extension Commercial Calibration Front Panel Cover 3 Year Calibration Contract 5 Year Service Support 5 Year Calibration Contract a. This option is incompatible with Option B7B. b. This option operates only with ac input power. Battery or dc power will not enable this option on the analyzer.
  • Page 72 50 with this option use cables, circuit boards, and front panels that are different from the standard units. Option 1DP is only available on the Agilent E4401B and E4411B. Option 1DP is not available after the purchase of your analyzer.
  • Page 73 The front and rear panel soft covers adjust to be compatible with the front panel protective hard cover (Option UK9) and snap on battery pack (HP/Agilent E1779A). Side ventilation allows for operation without removal, but the maximum operating temperature is reduced to 45 C.
  • Page 74 Options and Accessories Options Option Name Number Web Remote Control Software Bluetooth Demodulation Bluetooth Measurement Personality Description Option 230 provides software which can be used to control the analyzer remotely over the web. When the analyzer is connected via GP-IB to one personal computer (PC), access to the analyzer is available through any internet connection by specifying the IP address of the physically connected PC.
  • Page 75 Option Name Number Bluetooth Premium Bundle Cable TV Measurement Personality cdmaOne Measurement Personality Color Display Commercial Calibration with Test Data Chapter 5 Description Option 304 provides the following: • Bluetooth FM demodulator (Option 106) • Bluetooth measurement personality (Option 228) •...
  • Page 76 Options and Accessories Options Option Name Number Component Level Service Documentation Delete Manual Set Digital Signal Processing and Fast Distance to Fault Accessory Kit Distance to Fault Measurement Personality Enhanced Memory Upgrade ESA to 89600 Series Software Link Utility Description Option 0BV provides a copy of the Agilent ESA/EMC Spectrum Analyzers Component-Level Information.
  • Page 77 Firmware Upgrade Kit Chapter 5 Description Option AYZ allows the use of HP/Agilent 11970 Series, and HP/Agilent 11974 external mixers with the Agilent E4407B analyzer to extend the frequency range to 110 GHz. Operation to 325 GHz is also possible with non-HP/Agilent mixers.
  • Page 78 Word or Microsoft installation instructions are included with the CD-ROM. Option A4H allows the analyzer to copy its display to a printer connected to the parallel interface connector. Option BAH provides transmitter and receiver measurements that comply with various international digital communications standards, including ETS 300 607-1, ETS 300 609-1, ETS 300 910, and J-STD-007.
  • Page 79 Option Name Number High Stability Frequency Reference IF, Sweep and Video Ports Low Emission Low Frequency Extension Chapter 5 Description Option 1D5 improves the frequency reference accuracy. The analyzer’s synthesizer is phase locked to an oven controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO), instead of the standard VCXO.
  • Page 80 Options and Accessories Options Option Name Number Modulation Analysis Personality Narrow Resolution Bandwidth Noise Figure Measurement Personality Operating and Carrying Cases Performance Bundle Description Option 229 adds demodulation and analysis of the following base-band modulation formats. • QPSK • Offset QPSK •...
  • Page 81 This program allows you to download spectrum analyzer display or data files to a personal computer using Microsoft Word or Microsoft installation instructions are included with the CD-ROM. Option 1AX allows the analyzer to copy its display to a printer. Options and Accessories Options Excel. IntuiLink Toolbar...
  • Page 82 Options and Accessories Options Option Name Number Service Documentation and Performance Verification and Adjustment Software Time-Gated Spectrum Analysis TV Trigger and Picture on Screen Description Option 0BW provides a copy of the Agilent ESA Spectrum Analyzers Service Guide and PC-based performance verification and adjustment software on CD-ROM.

  • Page 83: Accessories

    Sales and Service Office and are listed below. 50 Ohm/75 Ohm Minimum Loss Pad The HP/Agilent 11852B is a low VSWR minimum loss pad that allows you to make measurements on 75 Ohm devices using an analyzer with a 50 Ohm input. It is effective over a frequency range of dc to 2 GHz.

  • Page 84: Carrying Strap (Part Number E4401-60028)

    11970U 11970V 11970W HP/Agilent 11974 Series Preselected Millimeter Mixers 11974 Series preselected millimeter mixers are available to extend the frequency range of analyzers with Option AYZ (external mixing) up to 75 GHz. Preselection reduces mixer overload from broadband signals, reduces radiation of local oscillator harmonics back to the device under test, and reduces the level of image and multiple responses displayed.

  • Page 85: Agilent E1779A Battery Pack

    For use with Option A4H or 1AX. The DeskJet personal printers provide black and white or color printing for another form of permanent records of your test results. The HP LaserJet series printers are also compatible. The printers connect to the parallel interface installed on the analyzer with either Option A4H (standard) or 1AX.

  • Page 86: Cable

    Options and Accessories Accessories with an external signal generator. These external directional bridges offer high directivity and excellent port match. The 86205A operates over a frequency range of 300 kHz to 6 GHz. The 86207A operates over a frequency range of 300 kHz to 3 GHz. RS-232 Cable For use with Option 1AX.

  • Page 87: In Case Of Difficulty

    In Case of Difficulty This chapter includes information on how to check for a problem with your Agilent Technologies spectrum analyzer, and how to return it for service. If you experience a problem or would like additional information about your analyzer, Agilent Technologies’...
  • Page 88 In Case of Difficulty Before calling Agilent Technologies, however (or returning an analyzer for service), perform the quick checks listed in the problem. If a problem persists, you may choose to: • Repair the analyzer yourself. See • Return the analyzer to Agilent Technologies for repair. See Service”...

  • Page 89: Types Of Spectrum Analyzer Messages

    Types of Spectrum Analyzer Messages The analyzer can generate various messages that appear on the display during operation. For a complete list of spectrum analyzer messages, see the Instrument Messages and Functional Tests manual. The following table describes the four types of spectrum analyzer messages.

  • Page 90: Before Calling Agilent Technologies

    In Case of Difficulty Before Calling Agilent Technologies Before Calling Agilent Technologies Check the Basics Is there power at the receptacle? Is the analyzer turned on? Listen for internal fan noise to determine if the analyzer cooling fan is running. Feel the right side of the analyzer to feel for air flow. If other equipment, cables, and connectors are being used with your spectrum analyzer, make sure they are connected properly and operating correctly.
  • Page 91 Perform an Alignment. Press If the previously performed alignments did not resolve the problem, press . Then press Alignments Load Defaults Is the analyzer displaying an error message? If so, refer to the Instrument Messages and Functional Tests manual. If the necessary equipment is available, perform the functional tests in the Instrument Messages and Functional Tests document for your analyzer.

  • Page 92: Read The Warranty

    In Case of Difficulty Before Calling Agilent Technologies Read the Warranty The warranty for your analyzer is on page 23. Please read it and become familiar with its terms. If your analyzer is covered by a separate maintenance agreement, please be familiar with its terms.
  • Page 93 Table 6-2. Contacting Agilent Technologies Online assistance: www.agilent.com/find/assist United States (tel) 1 800 452 4844 Canada (tel) 1 877 894 4414 (fax) (905) 282-6495 Europe (tel) (31 20) 547 2323 (fax) (31 20) 547 2390 Chapter 6 Latin America (tel) (305) 269 7500 (fax) (305) 269 7599 Japan (tel) (81) 426 56 7832...

  • Page 94: Returning An Analyzer For Service

    In Case of Difficulty Returning an Analyzer for Service Returning an Analyzer for Service Service Tag When you are returning an analyzer to Agilent Technologies for service, fill out and attach one of the blue service tags provided at the end of this chapter. Please be as specific as possible about the problem.
  • Page 95 5. Surround the equipment with three to four inches of packing material and prevent the equipment from moving in the carton. If packing foam is not available, the best alternative is S.D.-240 Air Cap™ from Sealed Air Corporation (Hayward, California, 94545).
  • Page 96 In Case of Difficulty Returning an Analyzer for Service Chapter 6...
  • Page 97 75 ohm matching transformer AC probe battery pack broadband preamplifiers External Keyboard GPIB cable harmonic mixers Parallel Interface Cable preselected millimeter mixers printer RF bridge RF limiters RS-232 cable transient limiters ACPR card slot location active function Agilent Technologies, calling...
  • Page 98 Personality power amplifiers power input power on key preamplifiers preset factory types user, creating Print key printer printer connector parallel printer control printer setup probe power connector probes AC and DC product information rear panel symbols rear panel features rear-panel battery information...
  • Page 99 Index RS-232 Cable RS-232 cable RS-232 interface connector save files Save key saving bitmaps trace files screen annotation screen, information service connector service options signals, increasing accuracy signals, viewing softkeys, auto and man mode softkeys, basic types software IntuiLink Span key speaker on/off control speaker volume control static safety accessories...
  • Page 100 Index Index-100...

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