Chapter 1 Performance Tests
Test 2: Channel 1 Frequency Sensitivity (HP 53181A Only)
100 kHz to 100 MHz Sensitivity for HP 53181A
1
Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 1-12 with the signal
generator connected to Channel 1 of the Counter.
HP 53181A
Counter
Channel 1
Figure 1-12. Channels 1 Frequency Sensitivity Test Setup
Set the HP 8663A Signal Generator to output a 100 kHz, −35.0 dBm
2
sine wave signal (−20.0 dBm for Option 060) to the Counter's
Channel 1 input.
3
In 0.1 dB steps, increase the power level until the Counter
displays a stable reading of 100 kHz.
The Counter should display 100 kHz when the signal generator level
is ≤ −21.0 dBm (20 mVrms). Counters with Option 060 Rear Terminals
should display 100 kHz when the signal generator level is ≤ −9.5 dBm
(75 mVrms).
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HP 8663A
Synthesized Signal Generator
50Ω
Feedthrough
Ref. In
(rear panel)
Input
(rear panel)
BNC Tee
Output
Assembly-Level Service Guide
N-to-BNC
Connector