Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel
Related Manuals for Anritsu ShockLine MS46522A
Summary of Contents for Anritsu ShockLine MS46522A
- Page 1 Maintenance Manual ShockLine™ Vector Network Analyzer MS46522A 50 kHz to 4.5 GHz 50 kHz to 8.5 GHz Anritsu Company Part Number: 10410-00334 490 Jarvis Drive Revision: A Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809 Published: May 2015...
-
Page 3: Safety Symbols
Some or all of the following five symbols may or may not be used on all Anritsu equipment. In addition, there may be other labels attached to products that are not shown in the diagrams in this manual. - Page 4 These hazardous compounds present a risk of injury or loss due to exposure. Anritsu Company recommends removing the battery for long-term storage of the instrument and storing the battery in a leak-proof, plastic container.
-
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Anritsu Customer Service Centers ........ - Page 6 Table of Contents (Continued) ALC Adjustment Procedure ........... 3-3 Equipment Required .
- Page 7 ShockLine MS46522A Test Record ........
- Page 8 Contents-4 PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A MS46522A MM...
-
Page 9: Chapter 1-General Information
Description The ShockLine MS46522A Vector Network Analyzer is an instrument system that contains a built-in source, test set, and analyzer. Designed for manufacturing application, the ShockLine MS46522A supports remote test programming through LAN communications. Test results can be displayed real time on an external video monitor. -
Page 10: Basic Maintenance
Solid State Drive Data Backup Anritsu recommends that you make a backup copy of your critical data stored on the VNA solid state drive as often as possible. Anritsu reserves the right to reformat or replace the VNAs solid state drive as part of the repair. -
Page 11: Anritsu Customer Service Centers
For the latest service and sales information in your area, please visit the following URL: http://www.anritsu.com/contact.asp Choose a country for regional contact information. Recommended Test Equipment The following test equipment is recommended for use in testing and maintaining the ShockLine MS46522A. Table 1-1. Recommended Test Equipment Recommended... -
Page 12: Replaceable Parts And Assemblies
The installed options are listed on a label on the rear panel of the MS46522A. They can also be viewed in the ShockLine application About box dialog (Select: 9 Help | 1. About Anritsu). The table below summarizes the available replaceable parts and assemblies. -
Page 13: Chapter 2- Performance Verification
Chapter 2 — Performance Verification Introduction to Performance Verification This chapter provides procedures to be used to verify the performance of the ShockLine MS46522A. There are many levels to the concept of VNA “verification” which ultimately is a comparison against expected behaviors. -
Page 14: Third Tier Of Uncertainty Random Measurement Error
2-2 VNA Traceability and Uncertainty Performance Verification Third Tier of Uncertainty Random Measurement Error The third tier of uncertainty is random measurement error that in replicate measurements varies in an unpredictable manner. The examples are connector repeatability and cable stability, etc. Random measurement error equals measurement error minus systematic measurement error. -
Page 15: Process For Creation And Use Of A Verification Kit
The general process of the creation and use of a verification kit is shown here. A national standards laboratory helps validate the calibration through standards and measured artifacts. At Anritsu Company, these standards and artifacts are used to characterize the components of the verification kit that is sent to the user. -
Page 16: Electrostatic Discharge Prevention
2-4 Electrostatic Discharge Prevention Performance Verification Electrostatic Discharge Prevention All electronic devices, components, and instruments can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Thus, it is important to take preventative measures to protect the instrument from damage caused by electrostatic discharge. Prior to connecting a test port cable to the VNA test port, take steps to eliminate the static charges built-up on the test port cable. -
Page 17: System Verification
The procedures are automated by using the MS46522A System Verification Software – 2300-560-R, in conjunction with the appropriate Anritsu Calibration and Verification Kits listed in the table below. -
Page 18: Verification Result Determination
• The pin depths of all connectors and the proper torquing of connections. These same factors also affect the VNA measurement quality. Consult the reference manual supplied with Anritsu Calibration Kits and Verification Kits for proper use, care, and maintenance of the devices contained in these kits. -
Page 19: System Verification Procedure
Table 2-1, “Equipment Required for System Verification” on page 2-5) • Anritsu Verification Kit (Refer to Table 2-1) • Anritsu Test Port Cables (Refer to Table 2-1) Special Precautions When performing the procedures, observe the following precautions: • Minimize vibration and movement of the system, attached components, and test cables. -
Page 20: Procedure
1. Turn on power to the PC controller. 2. Use a Cat5-E Ethernet cable to connect the ShockLine MS46522A to a local area network port that is close to the PC controller. Alternatively, use a Cat5-E Ethernet crossover cable to connect the ShockLine MS46522A directly to the PC controller Ethernet port. -
Page 21: Chapter 3-Adjustment
Chapter 3 — Adjustment Introduction This chapter contains procedures that are used to restore and optimize the operation of the MS46522A Vector Network Analyzer. Adjustment Menu Access The hardware adjustment functions are accessed by selecting the Diagnostics button under the System menu. The Diagnostics menu is password-protected to prevent a casual VNA user from changing the correction coefficients inadvertently. - Page 22 3-2 Adjustment Menu Access Adjustment 7. The DIAGNOSTICS menu appears as shown below in Figure 3-2. Figure 3-2. Diagnostics Menu 8. Select the Hardware Cal button to access the HARDWARE CAL menu as shown in Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3. Hardware Cal Menu PN: 10410-00334 Rev.
-
Page 23: Alc Adjustment Procedure
Each replacement VNA module is fully pre-calibrated / pre-adjusted prior to shipping from the factory. Equipment Required • Anritsu Model ML2438A Power Meter • Anritsu Model SC7400 Power Sensor • National Instruments Model GPIB-USB-HS USB to GPIB Adapter •... - Page 24 3-3 ALC Adjustment Procedure Adjustment 11. On the power meter, set the Sensor Offset value to 10 dB via: Sensor More Offset Type: Fixed Value: 10 dB 12. Connect the power sensor with the 10 dB attenuator attached to VNA Port 1. 13.
-
Page 25: 10 Mhz Time Base Adjustment
Equipment Required • Symmetricom Model RubiSource T&M 10 MHz reference standard or equivalent • Anritsu part number 2000-1627-R BNC(m) to BNC(m) 50 ohm coaxial cable Procedure 1. Power on the 10 MHz reference standard. -
Page 26: Factory Rf Calibration (Rf Cal)
User Measurement Calibration. Equipment Required • Anritsu 3653A N Connector Calibration Kit • Coaxial Through Cable, male to male, consist of: • 3670K50-2 K(m) to K(f) Through Cable •... - Page 27 Adjustment 3-5 Factory RF Calibration (RF Cal) 4. Select the Modify Setup button under RF Cal to display the Factory RF Cal Setup dialog box. Figure 3-7. Factory RF Cal Setup Dialog 5. Change the parameters in the dialog box as shown in the table below, then click the Apply button when done.
-
Page 28: Through Line Length Determination Procedure
This procedure is used to determine the length of the through line cable (including adapters) that is used for Factory RF Calibration and Factory Phase Calibration. Equipment Required • Anritsu 3653A N Connector Calibration Kit Procedure 1. Preset the VNA. - Page 29 Adjustment 3-6 Through Line Length Determination Procedure 18. Connect a female short to one end of the through cable (DUT). 19. Connect the open end of the through cable to VNA Port 1. 20. Click the Measurement button, then click the Reference Plane button, and then click the Auto button. 21.
- Page 30 3-6 Through Line Length Determination Procedure Adjustment 3-10 PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A MS46522A MM...
-
Page 31: Chapter 4-Troubleshooting
Chapter 4 — Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter provides information about troubleshooting tests that can be used to check the MS46522A Vector Network Analyzer for proper operation. These tests are intended to be used as a troubleshooting tool for identifying the faulty components and checking the functionality of internal components and sub-assemblies in the MS46522A VNA. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting Test Power Supply Dc Check
4-3 Troubleshooting Test Power Supply DC Check Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Test Power Supply DC Check This procedure verifies that the expected DC voltages are present at the power supply and the back plane PCB assembly in the MS46522A VNA. Equipment Required •... -
Page 33: Procedure
4-3 Troubleshooting Test Power Supply DC Check Troubleshooting Procedure 1. Turn off the MS46522A VNA and unplug the AC power cord, mouse, keyboard and external monitor. 2. Remove the top cover. 3. Re-connect the AC power cord, mouse, keyboard and external monitor. 4. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting Test - Non-Ratio Power Level Check
The non-ratio power level check verifies the VNA module assembly for faults. Equipment Required • Anritsu Model 3670K50-2 RF Coaxial Cable • Anritsu Model 34NK50 N(m) to K(m) Adapter • Anritsu Model 34NKF50 N(m) to K(m) Adapter Procedure 1. Install the 34NK50 and 34NKF50 adapters to the 3670K50-2 RF coaxial cable to convert both ends into N(m) connector port. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting Turn-On Problems
1. A ShockLine application software update may not have completed. Re-install the software. 2. Open Windows Device Manager and verify the Anritsu PCIe device is present. If not, check the cable connection between the back plane PCB and Full Mini PCIe PCB, replace the Full Mini PCIe PCB, replace the solid state drive, and then replace the VNA module assembly. -
Page 36: Troubleshooting Operating Problems
4-6 Troubleshooting Operating Problems Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Operating Problems Frequency Related Problems If the instrument exhibits frequency related problems, do the following: 1. Perform the “10 MHz Time Base Adjustment” on page 3-5. If the adjustment does not help, go to the next step. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting Measurement Problems
Troubleshooting 4-7 Troubleshooting Measurement Problems Troubleshooting Measurement Problems If the MS46522A measurement quality is suspect, the following paragraphs provide guidelines and hints for determining possible quality problems. VNA Measurement Quality The quality of the MS46522A VNA measurements is determined by the following: •... - Page 38 4-7 Troubleshooting Measurement Problems Troubleshooting PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A MS46522A MM...
-
Page 39: Chapter 5-Assembly Removal And Replacement
Chapter 5 — Assembly Removal and Replacement Introduction This chapter describes the removal and replacement procedures for the various assemblies. Illustrations (drawings or photographs) in this manual may differ slightly from the instrument that you are servicing, but the basic removal and replacement functions will remain as specified. The illustrations are meant to provide assistance with identifying parts and their locations. - Page 40 5-3 Basic Assembly Overview Assembly Removal and Replacement 1 Top Cover 2 Front Panel Bezel 3, 4, 5 Right Handle, Top Handle Insert and Green Screw 6, 7 Bottom Handle Foot 8 Side Cover 9 Rear Panel 10 ...
-
Page 41: Disassembly Procedure
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-4 Disassembly Procedure Disassembly Procedure Use this procedure to prepare the MS46522A for removal and replacement procedures for all of its replaceable components. Other than the front panel cables, all replacement components require this common disassembly procedure. - Page 42 5-4 Disassembly Procedure Assembly Removal and Replacement 6. Remove the six Phillips screws that secure the stiffener plate to the chassis. Refer to Figure 5-1 on page 5-2. 7. Removing the bottom cover is required when replacing the power supply or the solid state drive of a Revision 1 instrument.
-
Page 43: Vna Module Assembly
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-5 VNA Module Assembly VNA Module Assembly Use this procedure to replace the VNA module assembly. The VNA module assembly is plugged into the back plane PCB assembly. It is secured to the chassis by mounting brackets near the back plane PCB assembly and five (5) Phillips screws are used to secure the assembly to the VNA module mounting plate. - Page 44 5-5 VNA Module Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement Torque Semi-rigid cables and termination to 8 in-lb 1 VNA Module Assembly 2 VNA Module Mounting Plate 3 Mounting screws (5) Figure 5-4. VNA Module Assembly PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A MS46522A MM...
-
Page 45: Replacement Procedure
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-5 VNA Module Assembly Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure” on page 5-3. 2. Remove the stiffener plate. 3. Remove the two Phillips screws that secure the VNA module mounting brackets as shown in Figure 5-3 on page 5-5. -
Page 46: Full Mini Pcie Pcb Assembly
5-6 Full Mini PCIe PCB Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement Full Mini PCIe PCB Assembly Use this procedure to replace the Full Mini PCIe PCB assembly. The Full Mini PCIe PCB assembly is plugged into the Full Mini PCIe slot on the motherboard of the CPU assembly and is secured with two Phillips screws. -
Page 47: Replacement Procedure
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-6 Full Mini PCIe PCB Assembly Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure” on page 5-3. 2. Remove the stiffener plate. 3. Disconnect the cable that plugs into the Full Mini PCIe PCB assembly. 4. -
Page 48: Cpu Assembly
5-7 CPU Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement CPU Assembly Use this procedure to replace the CPU assembly and Mini PCIe PCB assembly. The CPU assembly has the main processor and SODIMM modules already installed and has been pre-tested as a single assembly. Replacement Part •... - Page 49 Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-7 CPU Assembly 1 CPU Assembly 2 Mounting Screws 3 Silicone block Figure 5-7. CPU Assembly MS46522A MM PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A 5-11...
-
Page 50: Replacement Procedure
5-7 CPU Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure” on page 5-3. 2. Remove thE Stiffener Plate. 3. Remove the Full Mini PCIe PCB assembly to the CPU motherboard as described in “Replacement Procedure”... -
Page 51: Solid State Drive
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-8 Solid State Drive Solid State Drive Use this procedure to replace the solid static drive. There are two versions of the replacement solid state drives due to different mounting schemes are being used in Revision 1 instrument and Revision 2 instrument. Replacement Parts •... -
Page 52: Replacement Procedure For Revision 1 Instrument
5-8 Solid State Drive Assembly Removal and Replacement Replacement Procedure for Revision 1 Instrument 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure” on page 5-3. 2. Remove the stiffener plate. 3. Unplug the SATA cable and power cable from the solid state drive. 4. -
Page 53: Back Plane Pcb Assembly
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-9 Back Plane PCB Assembly Back Plane PCB Assembly Use this procedure to replace the back plane PCB assembly. Replacement Part • Back Plane PCB Assembly ND80994 Reference Figure Figure 5-9 below shows the location of the back plane PCB assembly. 1 ... -
Page 54: Replacement Procedure
5-9 Back Plane PCB Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure” on page 5-3. 2. Remove the stiffener plate. 3. Remove the VNA module assembly. Refer to Section 5-5 “VNA Module Assembly” on page 5-5. -
Page 55: 5-10 Io Handler Pcb Assembly And Usb To Digital Io Pcb Assembly
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-10 IO Handler PCB Assembly and USB to Digital IO PCB Assembly 5-10 IO Handler PCB Assembly and USB to Digital IO PCB Assembly Use this procedure to replace the IO Handler PCB assembly and USB to Digital IO PCB assembly. The IO Handler PCB assembly is being used in Revision 2 instrument only. -
Page 56: Replacement Procedure For Io Handler Pcb Assembly (Unit Without Option 5)
5-10 IO Handler PCB Assembly and USB to Digital IO PCB Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement 1 IO Handler PCB Assembly, Option 5 2 USB to Digital IO PCB Assembly, Option 5 3 Short Mounting Screw 4 Long Mounting Screw Figure 5-11. -
Page 57: Replacement Procedure For Io Handler Pcb Assembly And Usb To Digital Io Pcb Assembly (Unit With Option 5)
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-10 IO Handler PCB Assembly and USB to Digital IO PCB Assembly Replacement Procedure for IO Handler PCB Assembly and USB to Digital IO PCB Assembly (Unit with Option 5) 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure”... -
Page 58: Fan Assemblies
5-11 Fan Assemblies Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-11 Fan Assemblies Use this procedure to replace the fan assemblies in the MS46522A. Replacement Parts • Fan Assembly, Right ND80986 • Fan Assembly, Left ND80987 • Fan Assembly, Rear ND80989 Reference Figures •... -
Page 59: Replacement Procedure For Right Fan Assembly
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-11 Fan Assemblies 1 Rear Fan Assembly 2 Mounting Screw 3 Hex Nut Figure 5-13. Rear Fan Assembly Replacement Procedure for Right Fan Assembly 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure”... -
Page 60: Replacement Procedure For Left Fan Assembly
5-11 Fan Assemblies Assembly Removal and Replacement Replacement Procedure for Left Fan Assembly 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure” on page 5-3. 2. Remove the stiffener plate. 3. Disconnect the fan assembly power cables from P9 and P10 of the back plane PCB assembly. 4. -
Page 61: 5-12 Power Supply Assembly
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-12 Power Supply Assembly 5-12 Power Supply Assembly Use this procedure to replace the power supply assembly. Replacement Part • Power Supply Assembly 3-40-191 Reference Figures • Figure 5-14 below shows how the power supply mounting bars are installed to the power supply. •... - Page 62 5-12 Power Supply Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement 1 Power Supply 2 IO Handler PCB Mounting Plate 3 Mounting screw Figure 5-15. Power Supply with IO Handler PCB Mounting Plate installed, Revision 2 Instrument 5-24 PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A MS46522A MM...
- Page 63 Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-12 Power Supply Assembly 1 12 V Power Supply Cable Harness 2 5 V Power Supply Cable Harness Figure 5-16. Power Supply Cable Harness Connection MS46522A MM PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A 5-25...
-
Page 64: Replacement Procedure
5-12 Power Supply Assembly Assembly Removal and Replacement Replacement Procedure 1. Remove the top cover as described in the “Common Disassembly Procedure” on page 5-3. 2. Remove the stiffener plate. 3. For Revision 2 instruments, do the following: a. Remove the solid state drive. Refer to Section 5-8 “Solid State Drive”... -
Page 65: 5-13 Test Port Adapter
Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-13 Test Port Adapter 5-13 Test Port Adapter Use this procedure to replace the front panel test port adapters. Replacement Part • Test Port Adapter 3-513-122 Reference Figure • Figure 5-17 below shows how the test port adapters are mounted to the front panel. 1 ... - Page 66 5-13 Test Port Adapter Assembly Removal and Replacement 5-28 PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A MS46522A MM...
-
Page 67: Appendix A-Test Records
Appendix A — Test Records Introduction This appendix provides test record that can be used to record the performance of the ShockLine MS46522A. Make a copy of the following test record pages and document the measured values each time performance verification is performed. -
Page 68: Shockline Ms46522A Test Record
A-2 ShockLine MS46522A Test Record Test Records Instrument Information Serial Number: Firmware Revision: Operator: Options: Date: ShockLine MS46522A Test Record System Performance Verification _____ Attached Verification Report PN: 10410-00334 Rev. A MS46522A MM... - Page 69 Minimize Vibration ......2-7 Anritsu Service Center ..... 1-2 Non-Ratio Power Level Check .
-
Page 70: Troubleshooting
S to W Troubleshooting Boot Up .......4-5 Safety Symbols Instrument Operation ....4-6 For Safety . - Page 72 Anritsu Company 490 Jarvis Drive Anritsu utilizes recycled paper and environmentally conscious inks and toner. Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the ShockLine MS46522A and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers