Keysight N9913A User Manual

Keysight N9913A User Manual

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This manual provides documentation for the following models:
N9913A, N99914, N9915A, N9916A, N9917A, N9918A
N9925A, N9926A, N9927A, N9928A
N9935A, N9936A, N9937A, N9938A
N9950A, N9951A, N9952A
N9960A, N9961A, N9962A

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  • Page 1 User's Guide Keysight FieldFox Analyzers This manual provides documentation for the following models: N9913A, N99914, N9915A, N9916A, N9917A, N9918A N9925A, N9926A, N9927A, N9928A N9935A, N9936A, N9937A, N9938A N9950A, N9951A, N9952A N9960A, N9961A, N9962A...
  • Page 2 Notices DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH writing elsewhere in the EULA. THESE TERMS, THE WARRANTY Keysight shall be under no obligation TERMS IN THE SEPARATE to update, revise or otherwise modify © Keysight Technologies, Inc. the Software. With respect to any AGREEMENT WILL CONTROL.
  • Page 3 URLs, according to the name of your product: http://www.keysight.com/find/fieldfox To receive the latest updates by email, subscribe to Keysight Email Updates at the following URL: http://www.keysight.com/find/MyKeysight Information on preventing instrument damage can be found at: www.keysight.com/find/PreventingInstrumentRepair...
  • Page 4 A.08.18 Firmware Release (CPU1) Updates (N991xA/2xA/3xA with serial number prefixes <5607) For customers upgrading FieldFox firmware, the following is a list of changes from the previous release: Other updates: — N755xA ECal support — CAT/TDR default changed to "Cable" — NA/CAT OSL ≥4001 points calibrations —...
  • Page 5 If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Keysight field engineer. In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Keysight product by its model number and full serial number. With this information, the Keysight representative can determine whether your product is still...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Averaging ............. . 48 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 8 How to Prevent Undersampling ..........81 6. NA (Network Analyzer) Mode Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 9 Trace Settings ............. 115 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 10 External Gain ............152 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 11 How to select RTSA Mode ..........205 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 12 Band/Interval Power Marker ..........255 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 13 Built-in Power Meter Settings ..........295 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 14 Zoom Window ............321 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 15 Configure Measurement Settings..........354 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 16 Other Features Available ........... . .442 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 17 User Preset ............. . . 473 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 18 System Information ............501 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 19 Electrical Requirements ........... . . 536 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 20 ............... . .553 E:. Keysight Software End-User Licensing Agreement (EULA) .
  • Page 21: Overview

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide Overview Models and Options Table 1-1 Models Model Max Freq Description (GHz) N9913A Vector Network Analyzer AND Spectrum Analyzer N9914A Vector Network Analyzer AND Spectrum Analyzer N9915A Vector Network Analyzer AND Spectrum Analyzer N9916A...
  • Page 22: Accessories

    External battery charger N9910X–876 17 mm torque wrench Although not supplied, a USB keyboard and mouse CAN be used with the FieldFox. To see a complete list of accessories that are available for the FieldFox, please visit: http://www.keysight.com/find/fieldfox. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 23: Fieldfox Manuals, Software, And Supplemental Help

    Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, would result in damage to or destruction of the product. Do not proceed beyond a caution note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 24 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. Do not proceed beyond a warning note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 25: Preparing For Initial Use Of Your New Fieldfox

    FieldFox. Various AC power cables are available from Keysight that are unique to specific geographic areas. You can order additional AC power cables that are correct for use in different areas. For the power cord part number information please visit: http://www.keysight.com/find/fieldfox...
  • Page 26: Install The Lithium-Ion Battery

    Learn more about the lithium-ion battery in Chapter 28, “Working with the Lithium-Ion Battery.” Battery charge status is viewable: — In the upper-right corner of the screen. — On the Battery screen. To access the screen, select System, Service Diagnostics, and Battery. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 27: Fieldfox On/Off Settings

    — To turn power ON, briefly press the power button. Boot-up takes about 1 minute. — To switch to Standby mode (low battery drain), briefly press the power button. See the Note above concerning Stand By. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 28: Power Button Led Status

    FieldFox. Do NOT store the FieldFox in the soft-case while powered ON or in Standby mode. How to monitor the internal FieldFox temperature: — Press System, then Service Diagnostics. — Then Internal Temperatures. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 29: Temperature Control Mode

    At above approximately 75°C, the FieldFox enters (Maximum) Auto Protect temperature control mode by displaying the "Entering Auto Protect mode...". See also Table 2-1 on page When you enter the Auto Protect (Maximum) Threshold, the following message is displayed: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 30 2-2). See also, Table 2-1 on page When you exit the Auto Protect (Maximum) Threshold control mode, the following message is displayed: "Temperatures reduced, exiting Maximum Auto Protect mode" Figure 2-2 Exiting Maximum Auto Protect mode message—(~62.5°C) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 31: High-Temp Shutdown Warning (Rtsa Mode Only)

    ~75.5°C. At above ~78°C, High-Temperature Shut down will engage and turn OFF the FieldFox. Refer to Figure 2-3. See also, Table 2-1 on page Figure 2-3 Shutdown Warning message—(above ~77°C) - (RTSA Mode Only!) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 32: Avoid Overpowering The Fieldfox

    FieldFox, may damage the instrument input circuitry. To avoid such damage, it is recommended to dissipate any static charges by temporarily attaching a short to the cable or antenna prior to attaching to the FieldFox. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 33: Take The Fieldfox Tour

    Preparing for Initial Use of Your New FieldFox Take the FieldFox Tour Take the FieldFox Tour Front Panel Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 34 Displays a sub-menu for marker functions “All about Markers” page 446 Exits and closes the Active Entry dialog box or clears the character input Save/Recall Saves the current trace or recalls saved data from memory “Saving Recalling Files” on page 506 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 35 Alternative color modes exist that maximize viewing in direct sunlight conditions, as well as other conditions such as nighttime work. Clean the Transflective screen with gentle and minimal wiping using Isopropyl alcohol applied to a lint-free cloth. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 36: Top Panel

    Description Learn More: Ethernet cable connector to read trace data using the FieldFox Data Link “LAN Settings” on Software and connect to the FieldFox remotely. page 497 Download the latest version of the software at: www.keysight.com/find/fieldfoxsupport Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 37 Two standard USB connectors used to connect a power sensor for Power “Saving and Recalling Meter Mode. Also used to save files to a USB flash drive. Files” on page 506 IMPORTANT! It is recommended that only USB certified cables are used with the FieldFox. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 38: Left Side Panel

    DC Voltage Source for use with external DC Bias. “Variable Voltage Source (Opt. 309)” on page 494 DC power connector used to connect to the AC/DC adapter. Maximum: 19 “Internal Charging with VDC, 4 ADC. the AC/DC Adapter ” on page 523 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 39: Screen Tour

    Data / Mem Display (CAT and NA) “All about Trace Math” Step / FFT (SA) on page 466 “Resolution Bandwidth (Res BW)” on page 163 Resolution Setting Mode dependent Measurement Start Freq or Distance Mode dependent Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 40 “Date and Time” on page 483 Marker Readout “All about Markers” on page 446 Battery Status “Viewing the Battery Charge Status” on page 521 Measurement Type (CAT and NA) acquisition Mode dependent Reference Position Mode dependent Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 41: How To Enter Numeric Values

    Select Frequency multipliers as follows: — Gigahertz (1e9 Hertz) — Megahertz (1e6 Hertz) — Kilohertz (1e3 Hertz) — Hertz Select Time multipliers as follows: — Seconds — milliseconds (1e–3) — microseconds (1e–6) — nanoseconds (1e–9) — picoseconds (1e-12) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 42: Connector Care

    In addition, a dirty or damaged connector can destroy connectors that are mated to it. For this reason, NEVER use a damaged connector. See also http://na.support.keysight.com/pna/connectorcare/Connector_Care.htm Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 43: Cat (Cable And Antenna Test) Mode

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide CAT (Cable and Antenna Test) Mode CAT Mode is typically used to test an entire transmission system, from the transmitter to the antenna. This process is sometimes referred to as Line Sweeping. CAT Mode is similar to NA (Network Analyzer) Mode. Learn more in the Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/F...
  • Page 44 Chapter 8, “Calibration for NA, CAT, and VVM Modes”, on page 119 “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 “All about Trace Math” on page 466 Making 75Ω (ohm) Measurements at the FieldFox Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/FieldFox.htm Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 45: Cat Mode Settings

    The higher the trace is on the screen, the more energy being reflected back to the FieldFox. — DTF (VSWR) Distance to Fault in VSWR format. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 46: Quick Settings Table

    Settings table to a position relative to the trace window. The Dock Window setting persists through a Preset. Choose from the following — Full (Default setting) Only the Settings table is shown on the screen. The trace window is temporarily not shown Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 47: Frequency Range

    Automatically adjusts the Y-axis to comfortably fit the Minimum and Maximum amplitude of the trace on the screen. 2. Set Scale, acquisition, and Reference Position: — Scale Manually enter a scale per division to view specific areas of the trace Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 48: Averaging

    To achieve the highest dynamic range, select NA mode and reduce the IF Bandwidth setting. Learn more about dynamic range in “Increase Dynamic Range” on page 105 How to set Trace Averaging — Press BW 2. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 49: Smoothing

    --> while the sweep occurs — Continuous Makes continuous sweeps. This is the typical setting when battery power is not critical. You can also use Run / Hold +/- to toggle between Single and Continuous. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 50: Resolution (Number Of Data Points)

    Chapter 1, “Overview.” How to set Sweep Time — Press Sweep 3. — Then Min Swp Time. — Enter a value using the numeric keypad. — Press a multiplier key. Learn more in “Multiplier Abbreviations” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 51: Output Power

    Use this setting when you suspect that other signals in the area are interfering with a measurement. Interference may look like a spike or lack of stability in the measurement trace. While monitoring a measurement at a specific frequency, Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 52: Coupled Frequency

    Start or Stop frequency is selected, Coupled Frequency is automatically set to OFF. — The DTF measurement is made using the frequencies as determined by the DTF Frequency Mode setting. Learn more in “DTF Measurement Settings” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 53: Return Loss Measurements

    A deteriorated cable is not usually apparent in a Distance to Fault measurement, where more obvious and dramatic problems are identified. A Cable Loss measurement is necessary to measure the accumulated losses throughout the length of the cable. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 54: How To Make A 1-Port Cable Loss Measurement

    11.Press Trace 6 then Math and Memory then Data->Mem to store the trace into Memory. 12.Remove the LOAD and leave the end of the cable to be tested open. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 55: 2-Port Insertion Loss Measurements

    — Connect the DUT and view the insertion loss measurement results. When measuring very long lengths of cable, it may be necessary to increase the sweep time. Learn how on page 50. Learn why in the Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/FieldFox.htm Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 56 CAT (Cable and Antenna Test) Mode 2-Port Insertion Loss Measurements Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 57 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide DTF (Distance to Fault) Measurements CAT Mode Distance to Fault (DTF) measurements are generally used to locate problems, or faults, in a length of cable or transmission line. In this chapter, the cable to be tested is referred to as the DUT (Device Under Test).
  • Page 58: Dtf (Distance To Fault) Measurements How To Make Dtf Measurements

    “How to Perform a Calibration” on page 121. 7. Disconnect any components or antenna that should NOT be measured and connect a LOAD at the end of the DUT. 8. Press Meas Setup 4 then DTF Cable Specifications. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 59 10. Connect the start end of the DUT to the FieldFox. 11. Press Meas Setup 4 then Settings then Next Page. If the Alias-free Range setting is False, then you may see Alias faults on the screen. Learn more page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 60: Dtf Measurement Settings

    Faults are displayed on the Y-axis in return loss format, expressed as a positive number in dB. — DTF (VSWR) Faults are displayed on the Y-axis in SWR. Learn more about SWR at the FieldFox Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/FieldFox.ht Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 61: Dtf Start And Stop Distance

    Frequency Mode — Choose one of the following: — Lowpass The frequency range of a DTF measurement is set automatically based on the Start and Stop Distances. Use Lowpass mode when the DUT is a cable ONLY. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 62: Coupled Frequency

    Coupled Frequency When a Return Loss & DTF measurement is present, this setting allows you to have different frequency ranges for each measurement. Learn more in “Coupled Frequency” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 63: Cable (Correction) Specifications

    Cable Loss and Velocity factor can be entered using one of the following methods: — Manually enter cable loss and velocity factor for the measurement. — Select or create a cable file which contains the cable loss and velocity factor. With a DTF measurement present: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 64 “How the Freq/Loss pairs are applied” below. — Optionally choose from the following: — Previous / Next Page Quickly scrolls through pages of Freq/Loss data. — Add Data Add a blank Freq/Loss pair to the table, Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 65 When the cable file contains two or more Freq/Loss pairs, the Loss value that is used is interpolated from the Freq/Loss pairs and the DTF center frequency. For example, using a cable file with the following Freq/Loss pairs: 1 GHz: 0.1 dB/m 2 GHz: 0.2 dB/m Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 66: Window Settings

    (Default setting) — Medium – Compromise between Minimumand Maximum window settings. — Minimum – Best Response Resolution, providing the ability to resolve between two closely-spaced responses. — Then press Done Edit. — Again press Done. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 67: Dtf Units

    An alias fault is not a true device response. An alias fault appears because of the method used to convert frequency to time. On the DTF Settings page (above) the c - Alias-free Range = Off setting indicates alias images MAY appear on the screen. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 68 FieldFox. Re-reflections are measured at the FieldFox as mirror images of the original faults. The largest fault is the open end of the cable. To avoid confusion, set the Stop distance shortly after that fault. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 69 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry) - Option 215 CAT Mode Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) measurements are generally used to locate problems, and identify the type of problem, in a length of cable or transmission line.
  • Page 70 “How to Perform a Calibration” on page 121. 7. Disconnect any components or antenna that should NOT be measured and connect a LOAD at the end of the DUT. 8. Press Meas Setup 4 then DTF Cable Specifications. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 71 10. Connect the start end of the DUT to the FieldFox. 11. Press Meas Setup 4 then Settings then Next Page. If the Alias-free Range setting is Off, then you may see Alias faults on the screen. Learn more in “About Alias Faults” on page 80 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 72: Tdr Measurement Settings

    Then press Enter or select a suffix if available. — Other settings require you to press Edit, then press a softkey to change the value. — When finished changing a value, press Done Edit. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 73: Tdr Start And Stop Distance

    Enter a value between the start distance and 5 km (or 16,404 ft.) using the numeric keypad, the arrows, or the rotary knob, then Enter. TDR Sweep This setting allows you to choose the method by which the Stop Frequency and Resolution are set. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 74: Frequency Mode

    Start and Stop Distances. Use Lowpass mode when the DUT is a cable ONLY. — Bandpass This setting changes the measurement to DTF. Bandpass is NOT ALLOWED with TDR because the DC component is required for TDR measurements. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 75: Cable (Correction) Specifications

    — Manually enter cable loss and velocity factor for the measurement. — Select or create a cable file which contains the cable loss and velocity factor. With a TDR measurement present: — Press Meas Setup 4. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 76 Previous / Next Page Quickly scrolls through pages of Freq/Loss data. — Add Data Add a blank Freq/Loss pair to the table, — Delete/Clear then: — Delete Row Remove the selected Freq/Loss pair from the table. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 77 The center frequency for the measurement is determined from the calculated (Stop – Start) frequency values (seen on the second page of TDR Settings): Calculated Start = 2.0 MHz Calculated Stop = 3.598 GHz Center Freq = 1.80 GHz Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 78: Window Settings

    (Default setting) — Medium – Compromise between Min and Max window settings. — Minimum – Best Response Resolution, providing the ability to resolve between two closely-spaced responses. — Then press Done Edit. — Again press Done. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 79: Tdr Units

    The TDR Units setting is also available on the TDR Settings table. Calculated TDR values Press Next Page on the TDR Settings Table to view the following calculated Values noted on the FieldFox screen with c - <setting> Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 80: About Alias Faults

    A true fault response will not move in distance. That is, if a true fault is present at 10.3 meters, changing the stop distance from 15 m to 20 m will not move the fault; the fault will remain at 10.3 meters. However, an alias response will appear to move. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 81: How To Prevent Undersampling

    To prevent undersampling, set TDR Sweep to Cable. If undersampling still occurs, set TDR Sweep to Auto. Then set Auto Max Frequency to a lower value. Manually increase the Resolution so that the Start Frequency setting is less than about 500 kHz. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 82 TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry) - Option 215 TDR Measurement Settings Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 83: Na (Network Analyzer) Mode

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 6 NA (Network Analyzer) Mode Learn more about NA Mode measurements in the FieldFox Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/FieldFox.htm. In this Chapter “About S-parameters” on page 85 “Mixed-Mode S-Parameters” on page 86 “Parameter Conversion” on page 87 “Receiver Measurements”...
  • Page 84 “Why and When to Calibrate” on page 120 “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 “All about Trace Math” on page 466 Learn how to make 75Ω (ohm) Measurements in the Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHel p/FieldFox.htm Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 85: Na Mode Settings

    When the source comes from port 2, the measurement is said to be in the reverse direction S11 and S22 reflection measurements are used to measure the amount of reflections off the corresponding DUT port. Low reflections means there is a good impedance match between the source and DUT. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 86: Mixed-Mode S-Parameters

    Because the FieldFox has only two test ports, only reflection measurements are available. Connect the balanced input or output of your DUT to the FieldFox ports 1 and 2 For highest accuracy, a Full 2-port calibration is required. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 87: Parameter Conversion

    S21 and S12. When the S-parameter is changed, the appropriate conversion changes automatically. ——Refl The displayed S-parameter is converted to Z or Y reflection, regardless of whether the S-parameter is reflection (S11 or S22) or transmission (S21 or S12). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 88: Receiver Measurements

    The FieldFox sets the source port based on the selected receiver. —Port 1 Select when measuring transmission at B receiver. —Port 2 Select when measuring reverse transmission at A receiver. Learn more about Raw Receiver Measurements at the FieldFox Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/FieldFox.htm Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 89: Multi-Trace Configurations

    IMPORTANT! For CAT and NA modes, limit lines do not apply where F1 = F2. — By default, a marker is created on ALL traces. However, they can be created individually by disabling Coupled Markers. Learn more in “Coupled Markers (NA Mode)” on page 449. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 90: Quick Settings

    All of these settings are discussed in this chapter and, unless otherwise noted, ALL of these settings can also be made using the standard softkey menus. How to view and change Quick Settings — Press Meas Setup 4 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 91: Calibration Settings

    “Waveguide Calibrations” on page 135. How to view and change Calibration Settings — Press Meas Setup 4. — Then Calibration Settings — Make these settings in the same manner as Quick Settings in the previous section. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 92: Format

    ——Learn more about Group Delay measurements at the FieldFox Supplemental Online Help: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/FieldF ox.htm —Real Displays only the real (resistive) portion of the measured complex data. The Y-axis is Unitless. Often used for Time Domain measurements. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 93: Frequency Range

    Abbreviations” on page Scale Settings Adjust the Y-axis scale to see the relevant portions of the data trace. The Y-axis is divided into 10 graticules. This setting can be changed at any time without affecting calibration accuracy. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 94: Magnitude Offset

    The Magnitude offset setting affects only the active trace. How to set Magnitude Offset — Press Scale / Amptd — Then More — Then Magnitude Offset - Offsets the entire data trace by the specified value. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 95: Electrical Delay

    360°. Use this feature in the following ways: Improve the display of a phase measurement. This is similar to the way you would change the acquisition in an amplitude measurement. Change the phase response to center or the response on the screen. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 96: Averaging

    <n> consecutive sweeps. The average counter shows the number of previous sweeps that have been averaged together to form the current trace. When the counter reaches the specified count, then a ‘running average’ of the last <n> sweeps is displayed. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 97: If Bandwidth

    When enabled, appears on the FieldFox screen. How to set Smoothing — Press BW 2 — Then Smoothing ON OFF — Then Sm. Aperture and enter a value between 0 and 25 (percent) using the numeric keypad. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 98: Single Or Continuous Measure

    — Then choose from the following: 101 |201 1001 1601 4001 | 10001. — Using SCPI, Resolution can be set to ANY number of points between 3 and 10001. See the Programming Guide at http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/Programming/webhelp/FFP rogrammingHelp.htm Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 99: Sweep Time

    TTL signal at the Ref In/Trig In connector on the FieldFox top panel. ——When the FieldFox is armed for an external trigger signal, Wait is annotated on the display. ——A sweep can NOT be initiated by an external signal while a sweep is in progress. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 100: Output Power

    Output power is NOT FLAT across the displayed FieldFox frequency span. Please see “Specifications/Data Sheet” on page 549 for expected power levels. — Low Sets output power to approximately –45 dBm, FLAT across the displayed FieldFox frequency span. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 101: System Impedance (Z0)

    Also use port extensions if you have already performed a calibration, and then decide that you need to add a length of transmission line in the measurement configuration. Use port extensions to “tell” the FieldFox that you have added the length to a specific port. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 102: Velocity Factor

    The electrical delay or port extension value is entered as delay, or electrical length, in units of time. Entering the velocity factor causes the FieldFox to accurately display the equivalent physical length in meters (NOT available in feet) that corresponds to the entered electrical delay. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 103: Big Marker Display States (A And B)

    Edit Big Marker (A or B) — Then edit the following display state settings: — Num Traces – Choose the Multi-Trace configuration x1, x2, or x3. Only Overlayed configurations are allowed. Learn more in “Multi-Trace Configurations” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 104 Lin using the standard menu (Meas 1, Format), the setting will show on the display. But if you then use the Big Readout (A | B | OFF) setting, when B is recalled, the Lin setting will be overwritten with the original Log setting. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 105: Increase Dynamic Range

    The results you see will depend on the performance of your DUT. With an S21 trace active: 1. With RF OUT (port-2) open, press Trace 6 then Math and Memory then Data->Mem 2. Re-connect the DUT. 3. Press Data Math then Data-Mem Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 106 NA (Network Analyzer) Mode NA Mode Settings Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 107 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide Time Domain – Option 010 With NA Mode, Time Domain (Opt 010), frequency information is used to calculate and display measurements with time as the horizontal display axis. The response values appear separated in time allowing a different perspective of the test device's performance and limitations.
  • Page 108: Time Domain - Option 010

    Time Domain – Option 010 Gating Settings “Start, Stop, Center, and Span Gate Times” on page 117 “Gating Type” on page 117 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 109: Overview

    “Gating” on page 116. Markers that are created on a Time Domain trace can be used to pinpoint the distance of the mismatch from the reference plane. For more information on Time Domain theory, see http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5989-5723EN.pdf Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 110: Time Domain (Transform) Settings

    Inverse Fourier Transform (IFT), time is calculated. Select the frequency range from which Time Domain measurements are calculated. Increasing the data points will improve measurement resolution. However, more data points will usually result in slower sweep updates. Set frequency range and points before selecting Stimulus Mode. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 111: Stimulus (Mode)

    How to set Start and Stop time — Press Measure Setup 4 — Then Transform — Then Transform Start Stop Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 112: Distance Units

    Time Domain response. The Window setting reduces the abruptness of the frequency domain transitions. This causes you to make a trade off in the Time Domain response. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 113: Line Loss And Velocity Factor

    Line Loss and Velocity Factor By default, the FieldFox does NOT correct Time Domain measurements to account for the inherent loss of a cable. However, to make more accurate measurements, Line Loss and Velocity Factor should be considered. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 114: Data Chain

    — Standard – The normal FieldFox data processing chain. Transform calculations are performed AFTER error correction and trace math. — 8510 – The data processing chain used by the Keysight 8510 network analyzer. Transform calculations are performed BEFORE error correction and trace math.
  • Page 115: Trace Settings

    Enable Gating for the specific trace. — Select the trace. — Press Measure Setup 4 — Then Transform — Then choose from: — Gating On Trace displays Time Domain data. — Gating Off Trace displays frequency domain data. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 116: Gating

    The following image shows how gating can affect measurement results. All 4 traces show the same S11 measurement. Trace 1 shows the frequency response without gating enabled. Trace 2 shows the transform response without gating enabled. Trace 3 shows the transform response with gating enabled. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 117: How To Make Time Domain Gating Settings

    The gate start and stop flags on the display point toward the part of the trace you want to keep. Choose from the following: — Bandpass KEEPS the responses within the Gating Start and Stop times. — Notch REMOVES the responses within the Gating Start and Stop times. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 118 If you specify a gate span that is smaller than the minimum span, the response will show the following effects: — distorted gate shape that has no passband — distorted shape — incorrect indications of start and stop times — may have increased sidelobe levels. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 119: Chapter 8, "Calibration For Na, Cat, And Vvm Modes

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide Calibration for NA, CAT, and VVM Modes Calibration removes the systematic errors that are associated with measurements in NA, CAT, and VVM Modes. Key presses are identical in all of these Modes. In this Chapter “Why and When to Calibrate”...
  • Page 120: Calibration For Na, Cat, And Vvm Modes

    DUT port during some measurements. — SHORT and OPEN standards both cause 100% of an RF signal to be reflected. The difference between these two standards is what happens to the phase of the reflected signal, which is beyond the Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 121: Calready

    When performing a calibration that contains a large number of points (5000 to 10,001 points) be aware that the calibration progress bar may not move for 2 or 3 minutes during the calibration process. In CAT, NA, or VVM Mode, press Cal 5. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 122 The OFF state reverts to CalReady. — View Cal – Shows the properties of the current calibration. Learn more in “View Cal” on page 132. — More – Learn about Cal Ready Properties in “CalReady” on page 121. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 123: Quickcal (N991Xa/2Xa/3Xa Only)

    DUT. Although there is no Cal Kit required, selecting the connector type (limited to Type-N and 7/16) and gender from the list provides an accurate OPEN model which means a more accurate calibration. If the DUT connector type is not listed, select Unknown/Other. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 124 Measure under the following conditions: — When a jumper cable has too much loss. If a ‘Cal Failed’ error appears and you skipped the Load measurement, then perform the Cal again but include measuring the Load. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 125: Mechanical Cal

    Mechanical Calibration is performed using discrete standards from a Cal Kit. Several Cal Kit definitions are built into the FieldFox. To learn about Cal Kit definitions, refer to the Application Note, “Specifying Calibration Standards and Kits for Keysight Vector Network Analyzers,” available online at http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5989-4840EN.pdf Visit www.keysight.com/find/fieldfoxsupport...
  • Page 126 — Press Change DUT Connectors to select the correct connector types that are on your DUT. — For each port: — Use the arrows or rotary knob to change the DUT connector type. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 127 Cal Kit covers the frequency range of the measurement. You can verify the frequency range of your Cal Kit at: www.keysight.com/find/fieldfoxsupport. Click Cal Kits. — Follow the Cal Wizard prompts. Connect the specified standard at the point where the DUT will be connected, then press Measure.
  • Page 128: Ecal

    Learn more in “Calibration Type” on page 132. All Keysight USB ECal modules are supported. ECal modules are available in a variety of connector types, covering many frequency ranges. For information about available ECal modules, see http://www.keysight.com/find/ecal...
  • Page 129 Mechanical Cal Setup page of the CalWizard. However, a User Characterization can NOT be PERFORMED using the FieldFox. It must be performed using a bench top Keysight VNA, such as the PNA or ENA. Learn more about User Characterization at the PNA Help website: http://na.support.keysight.com/pna/help/latest/S3_Cals/ECal_User_Charact...
  • Page 130: Simple Response Cals

    CalReady are updated by the measured Short or Open that is used during the calibration. 1-port response cals are also available from the Mechanical Cal menu. Learn more in “Calibration Type” on page 132. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 131 User Cal (Ex: Response Cal) is correcting ONLY the appropriate measurement. For example, when an Open Response Cal on Port 2 is performed, CAL ON U is shown for an S22 measurement only. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 132: View Cal

    S-parameters. However, there may be times when you may want a little more accuracy or a little faster sweep time. The following information can help you learn about the various calibration choices. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 133 S-parameters Corrected: S11 or S22 Standards: OPEN, SHORT, LOAD Sweeps in ONE direction. FULL 2-Port (May require an option) Most comprehensive calibration. Corrects all S-parameters DUT: Non-Insertable or Insertable Standards: OPEN, SHORT, LOAD on BOTH ports. Any THRU between ports. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 134 “Calibration Type” on page 132) but NOT as good as full 1-port cal. Corrects either S11 or S22. Can be used with Isolation (see following section). Learn more in “Simple Response Cals ” on page 130 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 135: Isolation Step

    However, most coax mechanical Cal Kits have standards that can be used over a very wide frequency range. Waveguide Cal Kits are used over a narrow frequency range. Therefore, it is VERY IMPORTANT to set the frequency range Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 136 Otherwise, an error message will appear during the ‘Calculating Steps’ portion of the calibration. Waveguide Cal Kits Keysight sells two waveguide Cal Kit series: the premium 11644A series and the economy N9911X series. Both are available online at www.Keysight.com Effective Velocity Factor Velocity factor is the speed at which an electromagnetic signal passes through the transmission medium relative to the speed of light.
  • Page 137: Enhanced Response Optimization

    (S21) and reverse (S12) directions. A cable is a reciprocal device. This choice provides the best correction for reciprocal devices. However, S11 measurements on non-reciprocal devices will appear to have more return loss than the non-reciprocal choice. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 138: Interpolation

    After performing any type of calibration, you can save the FieldFox settings along with the calibration into a STATE (*.sta) file. These settings and calibration can then be recalled as necessary. To learn how, see “Saving and Recalling Files” on page 506 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 139: Calready Properties

    Data & Memory. — Press Cal 5 then More — Select a CalReady Cal to compare with the current setting. — Press Esc to exit the cal menu. — View the differences in the two traces. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 140: Verifying Calibration And Jumper Cable Integrity

    — If the measurement trace is relatively stable, the jumper cable is of good quality. — If you observe significant movement in the peaks of the measurement trace when moving the cable (>5 dB), the jumper cable may need to be replaced. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 141: Calibration Method Summary

    — When the temperature changes more than about 10°F (5°C) — When the connection to the DUT requires a different jumper cable or adapters. — When any of the following measurement settings change: Frequency Range, Power Level, IF BW, and Resolution. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 142 Calibration for NA, CAT, and VVM Modes Calibration Method Summary Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 143: Sa (Spectrum Analyzer) Mode

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide SA (Spectrum Analyzer) Mode To better reflect the enhancements implemented during the alignment > process, for firmware versions A.10.15 "IF Flatness Alignment" is now referred to as "Channel Equalization" or "Channel Equalization Alignment" (ChanEQ Alignment).
  • Page 144 “FFT Gating (Opt 238)” on page 172 “Single / Continuous / Restart” on page 174 “Points ” on page 174 “Trace Display States (SA Mode)” on page 175 “Average Type” on page 176 “Average Count” on page 176 “Alignments” on page 177 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 145 “Spectrogram Display (SA Option)” on page 270 “Waterfall Display” on page 273 “Record/Playback (SA Option)” on page 275 Optional Settings: “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 “Saving and Recalling Files” on page 506 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 146: Sa Mode Settings

    — Then choose from the following: —Center Freq Span frequencies. This is the most common method of entering frequency range. Enter the frequency of interest. The Center frequency is at the exact center of the X-axis. The Frequency Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 147 1/10th (one division) of the current frequency span. Note: To change this setting from Manual to Auto, press CF Step twice. —Manual Type a step size value using the numeric keypad, then select a multiplier key. Learn more in “Multiplier Abbreviations” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 148: Radio Standard

    First, press Save/Recall and select the Device from which the Radio Standard will be read. Most likely this will be USB or SD Card. — Press Measure 1 OR Freq/Dist then More — Then Radio Standard — Then Radio Standard Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 149: Channel Selection

    Places the lowest frequency of the specified channel at the beginning of the X-axis. —Stop Channel Places the highest frequency of the specified channel at the end of the X-axis. —Freq Span Changes the span of frequencies while the center frequency remains unchanged. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 150 Learn how to make it valid in the section, “See How to change the Channel Number of the measurement”? — Press Freq/Dist then More. — Press Channel Step — Enter a step value using the numeric keypad, the arrows, or the rotary knob. Then press Enter. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 151: Reverse Swap

    RF Attenuation setting. See “Attenuation Control” on page 152. — Ref Pos Manually set the position of the reference line. Values must be between 0 (TOP line) and 10 (BOTTOM line). Default position is zero (top). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 152: External Gain

    Both the RF Attenuation and Preamp functions control the power level into the When too much power is present at the RF Input port, ADC Over Range appears on the FieldFox screen. This does not necessarily mean that damage has occurred, but that the measurement is probably compressed. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 153: Preamplifier Control (Opt 235)

    Compression occurs when too much power into an amplifier causes it to no longer amplify in a linear manner. When too much power goes into the FieldFox RF Input connector, the amplifiers in the SA receiver compress and Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 154: Field Strength Measurements

    “View.” For information, refer to “Trace Display States (SA Mode)” on page 175 Pink Trace - Current correction factor. See below. — Learn how to set Y-Axis Units on “How to Set Y-axis Units” on page 152. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 155 Storage Device. — Storage Device Choose from: Internal, USB, SD. Learn more about these selections in “Set File Type and Select Device” on page 511. When finished, press Back to return to the previous menu. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 156: Using The Antenna/Cable Editor

    Frequency/Value table. In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the product by its model number and full serial number. With this information, the Keysight representative can determine the warranty status of your unit. Figure 9-2 FieldFox Antenna Editor How to use the Antenna/Cable Editor —...
  • Page 157 Save/Recall Storage Device setting. About Antenna and Cable files — Cable files are saved and recalled from the Cables folder. — Antenna files are saved and recalled from the Antenna folder. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 158: Source Tracking Offset And Offset Reversal

    — The FieldFox can also read *.ANT (Antenna) files that were created from older Keysight Spectrum Analyzers. — SA Mode cable or antenna (*.csv or *.ANT) files can NOT be edited in Data Link software.
  • Page 159: Tune & Listen (Am/Fm)

    Listen Time setting for more information. Figure 9-3 Tune & Listen ON In the graphic above, Tune & Listen ON with Tune Frequency is indicated by a vertical bar (highlighted). How to select Tune & Listen — Press Measure 1 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 160 While Tune & Listen is actively demodulating a signal, the SA does not sweep and update the display. Listen Time sets the amount of time that the FieldFox demodulates, then stops to perform a single sweep and update the display, then again demodulates. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 161: Independent Source/Tracking Generator

    Independent Source can be enabled ONLY when the FieldFox is in SA mode. To view the internal source, you must connect a cable or device between the RF Output connector and the RF Input connector. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 162 To cause the source to stay ON at the end of each sweep, turn battery saver OFF. (Learn more in “How to Access Individual Alignments” on page 181.) 1. N995xA/6xA cannot have the Leveled value set lower than –35 dBm. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 163: Resolution Bandwidth (Res Bw)

    #Res BW x.xx XHz (#) means manual setting. This setting could impact the accuracy of the measurement. See Specifications in Appendix B. The Res BW setting also affects the Sweep Type setting. Learn how in “Sweep Type” on page 164 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 164: Video Bandwidth (Video Bw)

    For a more comprehensive tutorial, see Spectrum Analysis Basics (App Note 150) at http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5952-0292.pdf How to set Sweep Type — Press BW 2. — Then Advanced — Then Sweep Type — Then choose from the following: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 165: If Output

    IF Output Use — Then choose from the following: No output from the IF Out connector. —OFF —Narrow The IF output signal has approximately 5 MHz bandwidth. —Wide The IF output signal has approximately 25 MHz bandwidth. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 166: Sweep Acquisition

    SwpAcquisition is NOT an absolute measure of time, but a relative number between 1 (fastest) and 5000 (slowest) sweep time. The actual time that was required to complete a sweep is annotated on the screen. — Press Sweep 3. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 167: Very Long Sweep Times

    X-axis units becomes Time. The SA becomes like a tunable oscilloscope, with the center frequency being the frequency of interest. This capability is useful for analyzing modulation characteristics, such as pulsed measurements. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 168 — Enter a value using the numeric keypad. Sweep time is limited to 1000 seconds for N991xA/2xA/3xA models and 6000 seconds for N995xA & N996xA models. — Then select a multiplier key. Learn more in “Multiplier Abbreviations” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 169: Triggering

    Video trigger. However, RF Burst is not as sensitive to triggering on low-level signals. Trigger Slope Trigger Slope determines which edge of an External, Video, or RF Burst trigger signal initiates a sweep. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 170 Therefore, you may need to set the trigger level higher than the displayed level. — Press Sweep 3 — Then Trigger Settings — Then Trig Level Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 171 —OFF: Select, then enter a position value from 0 to 10 using the numeric keypad, the arrows, or the rotary knob. ——0: T-zero occurs at the left graticule. ——5: T-zero occurs at the center of the screen. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 172: Fft Gating (Opt 238)

    — Measure the spectrum of a signal in one time slot of a TDMA system. — Exclude the spectrum of interfering signals, such as periodic pulse edge transients that exist for only a limited time. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 173 ?|? arrows, or the rotary knob. —Gate Delay Effectively moves the gating area left (negative delay) or right (positive delay) relative to the trigger event. Enter a value using the numeric keypad, the arrows, or the rotary knob. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 174: Single / Continuous / Restart

    How to set number of points — Press Sweep 3 — Then Points [current setting] — Then choose from: 101 | 201 | 401 | 601 | 801 | 1001 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 175: Trace Display States (Sa Mode)

    Trace 4 data WILL be overwritten by the FieldFox when using the Independent Source Normalize feature (“Independent Source/Tracking Generator ” on page 161) or using Field Strength antenna or cable corrections (“Field Strength Measurements” on page 154). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 176: Average Type

    Average Type. For all three of these Trace States, when Sweep 3 Continuous is set to OFF, press Restart to reset the sweep count to 1, perform <n> sweeps, then return to Hold. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 177: Alignments

    The alignment process can be disabled. You may want to do this, for example, if you are analyzing the amplitude stability of a signal. SA and all modes built on its infrastructure require three types of alignments: — InstAlign Amplitude Alignment Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 178 Control On/Off. This enables a soft-key for access to Individual Alignments > when this preference is set to ON: Cal 5 Individual Align. For more refer to “Preferences” on page 477, in Chapter 25 System Settings. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 179 This situation does not occur when the respective alignment is in the Auto state. To clear this Align All Now notification, press the softkey. How to set All Alignment and Align All Now — Press Cal 5 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 180 Chapter 25 System Settings. Individual The Individual Alignment softkey is only available, when the preference Alignment Control is set to in the FieldFox Preferences menu. Refer to “Preferences” on page 477 Chapter 25 , in System Settings. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 181 (predetermined in the factory) or the internal instrument temperature has changed sensibly (predetermined in the factory). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 182: Rf Burst Amplitude Alignment

    The alignment process can be disabled. You may want to do this, for example, if you are analyzing the amplitude stability of a signal. How to make Burst Alignment settings These settings do NOT survive a Preset or Mode Preset. — Press Cal 5 — Then Individual Alig Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 183 (Default setting) SA measurement applications monitor changes in internal temperature and the time since last alignment update and trigger the need for a new update when the alignment becomes stale. The alignment is deemed stale after a significant Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 184: Detection Method

    From the frequency span of the measurement, the span of each data point is calculated as (frequency span / (data points-1)). The detection method allows you to choose how the measurements in each bucket are displayed. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 185 —Positive Peak [#Pk] Displays the maximum value of all the measurements in each bucket. This setting ensures that no signal is missed. However, it is not a good representation of the random noise in each bucket. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 186: Display Line

    Display Line OFF ON — Then enter a Y-axis value using the arrows or the rotary knob, then press Enter. Or enter a value using the numeric keypad and press a suffix key or press Enter. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 187: Noise Marker

    Interval Band Marker because it averages power over a specific time interval. In this case the range is specified as the Interval Span. Learn more about Zero span measurements in “Zero Span Measurements” on page 167. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 188: Frequency Counter At Marker

    1 Hz resolution, and display the frequency of the signal peak in the marker annotation area. The marker does not move to the signal peak. When Freq Counter is ON, measurement sweeps are considerably slower. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 189: Time Zero Fixed Marker

    Therefore, it is important to scale the signals that you intend to measure between the top and bottom of the screen. Learn more about Scale in “Scale and Units” on page 151. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 190: Meas Uncal Error

    Hold mode. The annotation is changed immediately, but the trace is not updated until the next sweep occurs. Therefore, the current data trace does not match the screen annotation. See the asterisk in Figure 9-1 on page 143. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 191: Channel Measurements

    By default in ALL Channel measurements, averaging is enabled and set to display the average of the last 15 measurements. When enabled, this average setting is automatically making the following ‘averaging’ settings in order to provide the most accurate power measurements: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 192: Traces

    Only one measurement trace can be displayed in Channel Measurements. Channel Power (CHP) Channel Power measures total power over the specified Integrated BW. The Integration Bandwidth (IBW) can be adjusted to measure the power over multiple channels. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 193 When Channel Power is selected, vertical posts appear on the display to mark the current Integration Bandwidth setting. The displayed Channel Power and Power Spectral Density values are measured and calculated over the specified Integration Bandwidth. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 194 The frequency span between the two vertical posts is the Occupied Bandwidth. The Occupied Power, the power that is contained between the two posts, is also displayed in dBm. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 195 Frequency Span. The frequency span can be entered using arbitrary frequencies or by using a Radio Standard in conjunction with channel numbers. Learn how to select a Radio Standard and channels in “Channel Selection” on page 149. To change Frequency Span: — Press Freq/Dist Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 196 You can measure the channel power in one, two, or three adjacent (offset) channels on the low frequency and high frequency side of the carrier channel. Limits can be used to quickly see if too much power is measured in the adjacent channels. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 197 How to select ACPR — Press Measure__1 — Then Channel Measurements — Then Adjacent Channel Power When ACPR is selected, the following settings are maintained from a previous measurement: Center Frequency, Preamp ON|OFF, and RF Attenuation. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 198 Then enter a value using the numeric keypad. — Select Offset Integ BW This is the frequency range over which power is measured in that offset; half of the range below and half above the Offset Freq. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 199 - dB or dBc value is computed by subtracting the measured carrier power from the measured offset power. —Man – dB or dBc value is computed by subtracting the entered RefValue from the measured offset power. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 200 RRC Weighting is set and enabled automatically when included in a selected radio standard. To set and enable RRC Weighting: — Press Meas Setup 4 — Then RRC Weighting ON OFF — Then More — Then RRC Alpha [current setting] Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 201 SA (Spectrum Analyzer) Mode Channel Measurements — Enter a value between 0 (no smoothing) and 1 (most smoothing) using the numeric keypad, arrows, or the rotary knob. A standard level of filtering is 22. — Press Enter. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 202 SA (Spectrum Analyzer) Mode Channel Measurements Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 203: Rtsa (Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer) Mode-Option 350 (Cpu2 Only)

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 10 RTSA (Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer) Mode—Option 350 (CPU2 Only) RTSA Mode measures signals at the SA RF IN connector. For a comprehensive RTSA mode tutorial, see Understanding and Applying Probability of Intercept in Real-Time Spectrum Analysis (App Note) at http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5991-4317EN.pdf...
  • Page 204 “Spectrogram Display (RTSA Option)” on page 223 “Record/Playback (RTSA Option)” on page 225 See Also Optional Settings: “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 “Saving and Recalling Files” on page 506 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 205: Rtsa Mode Settings

    This is the most common method of entering frequency range. Enter the frequency of interest. The Center frequency is at the exact center of the X-axis. The Frequency Span places half of the frequency range on either side of center. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 206: Scale And Units

    (dBm). Y-axis graticules show dB below or above the reference line. When RF Attenuation set to Auto, the RF Attenuation is coupled to acquisition. How to set Scale Press Scale / Amptd. Then choose from the following: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 207: External Gain

    RTSA. When too much power is present at the RF Input port, ADC Over Range appears on the FieldFox screen. This does not necessarily mean that damage has occurred, but that the measurement is probably compressed. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 208: Preamplifier Control (Opt 235)

    Preamp ON should NOT cause a change to the displayed signal. How to control the Preamp By default, the preamp is OFF. — Press Scale/Amptd. — Preamp ON OFF When ON, is shown to the left of the graticules on the display. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 209: Check For Compressed Measurements

    211. — Spectrogram The signal is displayed is a real-time spectrum with a spectrogram bitmap. Spectrogram views are valuable in capturing signals that include both time and frequency variations. Refer to Figure 10-3 on page 211. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 210 Use real-time spectrogram to quickly display measurements. Refer to Figure 10-4 on page 212. In all three spectrum measurements, there are four available traces for representation of the real-time spectrum.Density Spectrum (Histogram) FM Signal with 1 MHz FM Deviation & 400 Hz FM Rate Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 211 RTSA (Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer) Mode—Option 350 (CPU2 Only) RTSA Mode Settings Figure 10-2 Density Spectrum (Histogram) with 2 Pulses (Blue color indicates pulse that occurs less frequently) Figure 10-3 Spectrogram Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 212: Resolution Bandwidth (Res Bw)

    ADC and the noise floor on the display lowers as a result. This allows low level signals to be seen and measured. How to set Res BW — Press BW 2. — Then Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 213: Triggering

    (below). The following two selections are similar in that they both trigger a sweep from a signal at the SA RF Input connector. Experiment with both selections to find the best trigger type for your application. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 214 Sweep is triggered by the rising (positive) edge of signal. — Sweep is triggered by the falling (negative) edge of signal. Trigger Delay After a valid trigger signal is received, the sweep begins after the specified Trigger Delay time. — Press Sweep 3 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 215: Tdr (Time Domain Reflectometry) - Option

    — Press Sweep 3 — Then Trigger Settings — Then Auto Trigger — Enter an Auto Trig Time using the numeric keypad. (1 ms to 100 seconds) — Then select a multiplier key. See “Multiplier Abbreviations” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 216: Single / Continuous / Restart / Time Per Div

    — To conserve battery power, in addition to using Hold / Single, you must also, set the System > preferences >Preferences > Battery Saver to On. For more, refer to the System Settings chapter and “Preferences” on page 477. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 217: Acq Time

    (default is 20 ms). ——Manual enables user settable acquisition time values. Points (not user settable) Points is the number of measurements that are displayed along the X-axis. RTSA automatically sets the points to 561 and is not user settable. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 218: Trace Display States

    Average Count setting. Learn more in “Average Count” on page 221. —View [V] Displays and then holds the last complete measurement trace on the screen. This is similar to storing a trace in memory. —Blank Displays no trace. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 219: Detection Method

    This setting ensures that no signal is missed. However, it is not a good representation of the random noise in each bucket. —Negative Peak [p] Displays the minimum value of all the measurements in each bucket. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 220: Average Count, Show Density, Blue, And Red Percentage Limits

    FieldFox display. Or, for the blue limit and red limit power levels (dBm) are coupled to the Spectrogram power level (dBm) limit bar in the upper right of the FieldFox display. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 221: Alignments

    Alignments. Display Line A display line is a simple, horizontal line that can be placed at any amplitude level on the RTSA screen. Use a display line as mental guide for visual feedback. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 222 Display Line OFF ON — Then enter a Y-axis value using the arrows or the rotary knob, then press Enter. Or enter a value using the numeric keypad and press a suffix key or press Enter. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 223: Spectrogram Display

    This setting affects the total number of trace records that can be displayed. For RTSA Mode: — Press Meas Setup 4. — Then Spectrogram View — Then choose from the following: — Overlay Displays the data trace over the spectrogram with NO graticules. Total trace records: 340. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 224: Common Settings For Spectrogram

    LOWEST power levels that you expect to measure. This power level, and those measured lower than this level, appear Blue. How to Restart the Spectrogram Press Sweep 3 then Restart Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 225: Record/Playback (Rtsa Option)

    You can decrease the number of traces to further limit recording. To maximize the amount of space that is available, save recorded traces to a USB Flash drive or SD card. Learn how in “Manage Sessions” on page 232. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 226: Fieldfox Setting Changes During Record And Playback

    During playback, the trace and display annotation will reflect the change on the screen. State settings: Refer to Table 10-1 on page 227 for a list of the applicable state settings for the RTSA options. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 227: About State And User Tags

    Paused. About State and User Tags When any of the State settings (listed above) are changed during a recording, a ‘state tag’ is inserted at the first trace number to be recorded with the new setting. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 228: How To Record A Session

    — Is Recording or Playback Paused? (mid-left annotation) — Is the Record or Playback Interval set too long? (Configuration settings.) How to Record a Session — Press Trace 6 — Then Record Playback — Then either: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 229: How To Playback A Session

    1 and continues to loop indefinitely. During playback, choose from the following: — Pause Resume Temporarily halts playback. Then choose from the following: — Pause Resume Press to continue playing. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 230: Recording Configuration

    First Active Trace (Default) This setting automatically selects the first active trace (1,2, 3 or 4) (i.e., any state other than View or Blank). — Trace 1,2,3,4 Records data from the corresponding trace in its current state. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 231: Record Source

    Figure 10-7 FieldFox RTSA Mode: Data Flow and Record Playback Data Points RTSA Data Recording: Density Spectrum information is not recorded. Only the trace data is saved. — Data is recorded at the trace state processing block. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 232: Playback Configuration

    An external SD Card (must be inserted) — An external USB flash drive (must be inserted) — Then Manage Sessions If these are large recordings on a device, it could take several seconds for the FieldFox to display the list. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 233: Record Playback Example (Rtsa Mode Only)

    — Then Record let the recorder run for several seconds. — Then Stop to end the recording. This session can be played back: For example: — Press Trace 6 — Then Record Playback — Then Play Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 234 RTSA (Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer) Mode—Option 350 (CPU2 Only) Record/Playback (RTSA Option) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 235: Iq Analyzer (Iqa) - Option 351 (Cpu2 Only)

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 11 IQ Analyzer (IQA) – Option 351 (CPU2 Only) IQA mode measures signals at the SA RF IN connector. IQA mode requires the FieldFox to have SA mode and CPU2 installed. Figure 11-1 IQ Analyzer (IQA) Display - LTE–TDD signal captured using the FieldFox’s I/Q analyzer...
  • Page 236: Interference Analyzer (Sa Mode) - Option

    “Other Features Available” on page 261 — External Gain (SA chapter) – “External Gain” on page 152 — Display lines (SA chapter) –“Display Line” on page 186 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 — Limit Lines (Data Analysis chapter) – Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 237 “Why and When to Calibrate” on page 120 “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 “All about Trace Math” on page 466 Chapter 24, “Data Analysis Features.” Chapter 27, “File Management.” Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 238: About I/Q Analyzer (Iqa) Measurements

    (Sweep 3) menu and IF BW specified in Waveform measurement BW (BW 2) menu. 3. I/Q signal capture related parameters specified in the Measurement Setup (Meas Setup 4) menu. Some measurement parameters are auto-coupled and are not user-settable. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 239: I/Q Analyzer (Iqa) Mode Settings

    User Defined Selects a default user defined 4-quadrant display showing the following data: — Log magnitude of the spectrum of the I/Q data versus frequency — Log magnitude of the I/Q data (RF Envelope) versus time Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 240: How To Capture I/Q Data To A File

    Selects the format of the output data file (CSV, TXT, SDF, or MAT). (Default: CSV) ——Device Selects the storage location for your data files (Internal, SD Card, or USB). Internal is not available, if the File Count is set to Multiple (default: Internal). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 241 Starts the I/Q data capture and stores the data into a default file and location (internal). Filenames and storage location can be customized. See also, the “Example:” on page 243 and to Chapter 27, “File Management.” ——Refer to the File Count softkey on page 240. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 242 I/Q data file capture and stops writing data to the current I/Q data file (no data is saved). If the I/Q data was being saved when the Stop softkey is pressed, the file is deleted. Refer to “Example:” on page 243. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 243: How To Modify The I/Q Data Measurement Parameters

    “Adjusting the Frequency Settings” on page 250 “Adjusting the Scale and Amplitude Settings” on page 251 “Preamplifier Control (Opt 235)” on page 253 Adjusting the Bandwidth Settings — Press BW 2. — Then choose from the following: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 244 Blackman Harris This is the four-term Blackman-Harris window. This has the minimum side-lobe level for a four-term cosine window with 60 dB/decade roll-off. Gaussian Top This is a five-term cosine window that resembles a Gaussian window. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 245 Sets the Digital IF bandwidth of the instrument. The relationship between the IF bandwidth and sample rate can be described by the following equation: sample rate = 1.25 * IF BW. (Default: 10 MHz, minimum: 10 Hz, maximum: 10 MHz) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 246: Changing Between The Continuous And Single Captures And Adjusting The Trigger Settings

    μ display (default: 100 s, minimum: 0s, maximum: dynamic). In Waveform mode Setting the Start and stop time enables you to display a subset of the data on the display in order to speed up the Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 247 (analog) stage crosses the settable Trigger Level. This selection offers a wider bandwidth and may be a better representation of the incoming signal than Video trigger. However, RF Burst is not as sensitive to triggering on low-level signals. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 248: Adjusting The Measurement Setup Settings

    Averaging (default) – Best for displaying Trace Averaging. Also known as video averaging. LgAvg annotation is displayed. ——Voltage (Magnitude) Averaging – Converts the amplitudes to a magnitude unit before averaging (e.g., Volts, Amps, microVolts, milliVolts, etc.) VAvg annotation is displayed. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 249: Adjusting The Trace Settings

    Then select one of the following: For Spectrum Measurement: Mag Spectrum Time Summary – Time Summary result includes the capture time, spectrum analysis time and waveform start/stop time. For Waveform Measurement: I vs. Time – Imaginary vs. Time Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 250: Adjusting The Frequency Settings

    Changing the span causes the IF bandwidth and the sample rate to change automatically: Span = IF bandwidth, sample rate = 1.25 * IF bandwidth Res BW = Span /50, if resolution bandwidth = Auto. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 251: Adjusting The Scale And Amplitude Settings

    FieldFox’s signal level at the mixer and adjusts the reference level to with the autoscale settings. — Scale/Div Manually adjust the scale per division to view specific areas of the current trace. Enter a value using the numeric keypad, the arrows, or the rotary knob. Then press Enter. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 252 RF Attenuation is set manually. The default Attenuation setting is 10 dB. Enter a value between 0 to 30 dB in 5 dB steps using the numeric keypad, the arrows, or the rotary knob. Then press Enter Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 253: Preamplifier Control (Opt 235)

    When Auto is selected, the preamp setting is determined by the RF attenuation and to the input power level. When the input power level reaches a certain value, the preamp is turned on and is shown to the left of the graticules on the display. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 254: Using Markers (Iqa)

    With a Noise Marker present, the Res BW can be changed and the displayed noise floor will also change, but the Noise Marker readout will remain about the same. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 255: Band/Interval Power Marker

    Enter. Or enter a value using the numeric keypad and select a frequency or time suffix. The Band Span remains at the frequency or time value that you set as the span changes. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 256: Band Span Marker (Spectrum Only)

    Coupled Markers Enables or disables the coupled marker (default: OFF). Procedure to set coupled markers (Refer to Figure 11-2 on page 257 1. Press Preset > Mode Preset (Factory) 2. Press Measure 1 > User Defined Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 257 Window 2 (Waveform), Window 3 (Real), and Window 4 (Imaginary). Figure 11-2 IQ Analyzer (IQA) Display - Coupled markers with Waveform (marker 1), Real (marker 2), and Imaginary (marker 3) displays Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 258: Continuous Peak Search Marker

    — Press Mkr->/Tools to create or select a Normal or Delta marker to use the Continuous Peak Search marker. — Then press More (RF Spectrum Only) — Then press Mkr Properties — Then Peak Criteria — Then Cont Peak Search Enables or disables the Continuous peak search marker (default: OFF). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 259: Alignments

    (Clear/Write) Displays the actual measured data for each acquisition. —MaxHold Displays the maximum response of the input signal at each data point over multiple acquisitions. See also Average Count in “Adjusting the Measurement Setup Settings” on page 248. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 260 Average Count setting. Learn more in “Adjusting the Measurement Setup Settings” on page 248. —View Displays and then holds the last complete measurement trace on the screen. This is similar to storing a trace in memory. —Blank Displays no trace. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 261: Other Features Available

    — Limit Lines - For information on using Limit Lines, refer to “All about Limit Lines” on page 461. — Display Lines - For information on using Limit Lines, refer to the SA chapter’s section, “Display Line” on page 186. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 262 IQ Analyzer (IQA) – Option 351 (CPU2 Only) Other Features Available Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 263 Licensed Software or No Remote Connection” on page 265. If you to attempt connect a non-compatible FieldFox you will see the following error message: “Error: 38, The requested functionality is not available.” 1. To order the 89600 VSA Software, refer to http://www.keysight.com/find/assist.
  • Page 264: Remote Server Mode (Requires Cpu2 And Sa Hardware/Sa Option 233) In This Chapter

    SA Option 233)” on page 267 See Also Optional Settings: “LAN Settings” on page 497 “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 “All about Trace Math” on page 466 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 265: Connecting Using Remote Server

    Figure 12-1 Initial Waiting for a Connection from a PC-based and Compatible Licensed Software or No Remote Connection The graphic above shows the FieldFox in the process of connecting to a PC-based and compatible licensed software. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 266 Connecting Using Remote Server Figure 12-2 FieldFox Display When Remotely Connected to a PC-based Software The graphic above shows the FieldFox successfully connected to a PC—with an example hostname "PC123"—and to a compatible licensed PC-based software. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 267: 89600 Vsa Software Overview (Requires Cpu2 And N991Xa/3X/A5X/A6Xa And Sa Option 233)

    VSA software to capture and record your data as MATLAB files (*.mat). Learn more about FieldFox and 89600 VSA software, refer to http://www.keysight.com/find/assist. If you have Option 351 I/Q Analyzer option, you can directly save your data as MATLAB files (*.mat).
  • Page 268 Option 233) — Easy-to-use Microsoft Windows graphical user interface For a comprehensive FieldFox VSA mode help, refer to http://rfmw.em.keysight.com/wireless/helpfiles/89600B/WebHelp/89600.ht For additional information on the 89600 VSA Software brochure, refer to http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5990-6553EN.pdf For Technical Overview, refer to http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5990-6405EN.pdf Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 269 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 13 Interference Analyzer (SA Mode) – Option 236 Option 236 provides Spectrogram display, Waterfall display, and Record/Playback. In this Chapter “Spectrogram Display (SA Option)” on page 270 “Common Settings for Waterfall and Spectrogram” on page 272 “Waterfall Display”...
  • Page 270: Spectrogram And Waterfall Displays

    “Frequency Range” on page 146. — Resolution BW and Video BW. Learn more in “Resolution Bandwidth (Res BW)” on page 163 “Video Bandwidth (Video BW)” on page 164. — Sweep Time (Acquisition). Learn more in.“Sweep Acquisition” on page 166 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 271 Time Marker. — Then Delta — Then enter a value from 0 (the most recent sweep record) to the maximum value, using the numeric keypad, arrows, or the rotary knob. A ">>" indicates the Delta Marker. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 272: Common Settings For Waterfall And Spectrogram

    LOWEST power levels that you expect to measure. This power level, and those measured lower than this level, appear Blue. How to Restart the Spectrogram/Waterfall Press Sweep 3 then Restart Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 273: Waterfall Display

    “Frequency Range” on page 146. — Resolution BW and Video BW. Learn more in “Resolution Bandwidth (Res BW)” on page 163 “Video Bandwidth (Video BW)” on page 164. — Sweep Time (Acquisition). Learn more in.“Sweep Acquisition” on page 166 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 274 — Gradual Most detail with lowest number of records. — Wide Angle Moderate angle with increased space between records. Learn how to set Red and Blue Limits in “Set Red and Blue Limits” on page 272. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 275: Record/Playback (Sa Option)

    “Manage Sessions” on page 283. You can determine the length of time over which recording can occur by setting the Record Interval (the time between recorded traces) and other settings. Learn more in “Recording Configuration” on page 279. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 276: Fieldfox Setting Changes During Record And Playback

    SA option. Table 13-1 Summary of SA State Settings Option Settings Average Type Detector(s) External Gain Frequency Range Preamp On/Off Resolution BW RF Attenuation Source Settings Sweep Acquisition Trigger Settings Video BW Zero Span Sweep Time Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 277: About State And User Tags

    State Tag when scrolling through tags during playback. Screen Annotation During a record or playback session, the following is displayed in the top-left area of the screen: — AutoSession02: 92/95 (state 4/5)_*_ Sep.22.2009 09:15:15 AM where: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 278: How To Record A Session

    Temporarily halts recording until pressed again. The incoming trace continues to sweep. Press again to continue recording. — Stop Immediately stops recording. Then choose from the following: — Press Play to start replaying the recording from the beginning. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 279: How To Playback A Session

    Record Resume recording from the last recorded trace. — Record Playback Setup Return to the setup menu to change Configuration settings or Close the session. Recording Configuration To change Recording Configuration settings: — Press Trace 6 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 280 N traces, or Stop to end recording. Default is OFF, which is NO limit to the number of traces to be recorded. When set, a counter appears in the lower-left corner which counts UP to the specified number of recordings. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 281: Frequency Mask Trigger Configuration (Sa Mode Only)

    NOT automatically appear during playback. Like Limits Lines, it is saved and recalled with a state file. Although they are created in the same manner, Limit Line files and FreqMask files can NOT be used interchangeably. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 282: Record Source

    These figures illustrate where in the FieldFox data flow data is recorded and played back. For this discussion, it is important to understand Trace States. Learn more “Trace Display States (SA Mode)” on page 175. Figure 13-3 FieldFox SA Mode: Data Flow and Record Playback Data Points Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 283: Playback Configuration

    Range of traces to be recorded/played/saved. — Last Trace to define the last trace in a Range of traces to be recorded/played/saved. — Back to return to the previous menu. Manage Sessions — Press Trace 6 — Then Record Playback Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 284: Record Playback Example (Sa Only)

    State then Max Hold — Then Record Playback — Then New Session — Then Recording Configuration — Then Record Source to Trace1 — Then Record Interval to 10 (seconds). — Then Back — Then Recorder Player Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 285 Play the Max Hold recording into a Max Hold trace to show the accumulation of “Max Hold” activity over the entire recording. — Press Trace 6 then with Trace = 1 and press State then Max Hold — Then Record Player — Then Play Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 286 Interference Analyzer (SA Mode) – Option 236 Record/Playback (SA Option) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 287: Reflection Mode (Sa Models) - Option

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 14 Reflection Mode (SA Models) - Option 320 Option 320 requires Option 220 Tracking Generator. N9938A models require Option 100 3.5 mm connectors and Option 220. Option 100 3.5 mm connectors must be installed by the factory. Option —...
  • Page 288 121. In addition, Normalization is available. Learn how “Normalize” on page 290. However, other calibration types are NOT offered. In this Chapter “How to select Reflection Mode” on page 290 “Measurement Selection” on page 290 “Normalize” on page 290 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 289 “Resolution (Number of Data Points)” on page 50 “Sweep Time” on page 50 “Output Power” on page 51 “Interference Rejection” on page 51 “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 290: Reflection Mode Settings

    For example, the device could be: — An Open or Short (with maximum reflection) How to perform Normalization To Port 1, connect a known device (usually an Open or Short) to which reflection measurements are to be normalized. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 291 Learn more about Trace Math in “All about Trace Math” on page 466 Data interpolation is NOT supported. If the Resolution setting is changed with Trace Math enabled, the FieldFox will disable the math operation. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 292 Reflection Mode (SA Models) - Option 320 Reflection Mode Settings Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 293: Built-In Power Meter Mode - Option

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 15 Built-in Power Meter Mode – Option 310 Built-in Power Meter (also known as Channel Power Meter) uses the SA input connector to make quick and simple power measurements over a selectable frequency band. A power sensor is NOT required.
  • Page 294 Built-in Power Meter Mode – Option 310 “Limits” on page 306 The following Built-in Power Meter settings are identical to SA Mode settings: “Radio Standard” on page 296 “How to Access Individual Alignments” on page 181 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 295: Built-In Power Meter Settings

    Type a value using the numeric keypad. Then press a multiplier key. The default span is 20 MHz. The maximum span is 100 MHz. The current span setting is shown as the dividend in the digital display. For example: -10 dBm / 1.00 MHz Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 296: Attenuation

    Power Meter settings. To learn about these settings, please refer to the following pages: “Scale” on page 303 “Relative and Offset Power Measurements” on page 304 “Display Units” on page 304 “Averaging” on page 305 “Scale” on page 303 “Limits” on page 306 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 297 N99xxA User’s Guide 16 Power Meter (USB) Mode - Option 302 Power Meter measurements, available with Option 302, are made with Keysight USB power sensors. Power readings are displayed on the FieldFox screen. In this Chapter “Supported Power Sensors” on page 299 “How to Connect the Power Sensor”...
  • Page 298: See Also

    Power Meter (USB) Mode - Option 302 “Step Detection Mode” on page 306 “Limits” on page 306 See Also “FOPS Settings” on page 311 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 299: Power Meter (Usb) Mode - Option 302

    Power Meter (USB) Mode - Option 302 Supported Power Sensors For a complete list of supported Keysight USB Power Sensors, please visit: www.keysight.com/find/usbsensorsforfieldfox The FieldFox does NOT support the following Keysight USB Power Sensor features: External Triggering (Time Gated Burst Power Measurement), Power Sweep Operation, and Frequency Sweep Operation.
  • Page 300 Power Meter (USB) Mode - Option 302 — No light indicates the FieldFox is not communicating with the power sensor. This is the case when in Hold mode or when NOT in Power Meter Mode. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 301: Usb Power Meter Settings

    Zeroing The Keysight USB Power Sensors perform Internal Zeroing automatically. Because Keysight USB Power Sensors have an internal switch, Internal Zeroing does NOT require that the power source be turned OFF. For highest measurement accuracy, when measuring power levels below –30 dBm, External Zeroing should be performed.
  • Page 302: Frequency

    NO warning is shown. Frequency A table of correction factors versus frequency is stored within Keysight Power Sensors. The frequency of the power to be measured is entered in the FieldFox so that the appropriate correction factor can be used.
  • Page 303: Scale

    100 dBm. Autoscale: Using Autoscale, the current reading is used for the center of the scale, and Min and Max values are set accordingly. — Press Scale / Amptd. — Then More. — Then Autoscale. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 304: Relative And Offset Power Measurements

    Sets Power Meter display to dBm or dB. — Watt (%) Sets Power Meter display to Watts or %. Resolution Resolution sets the number of digits to display after the decimal point on the digital power meter display. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 305: Averaging

    When a data trace is displayed, the entire trace is measured, then holds. The Hold annotation changes to an arrow --> while the measurement occurs. — Continuous OFF ON Makes continuous measurements. This is the typical setting when battery power is not critical. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 306: Step Detection Mode

    You can also use Run / Hold +/- to toggle between Single and Continuous. Step Detection Mode The FieldFox supports the Step Detection feature that is present in Keysight USB power sensors. When enabled, this feature reduces settling time after a significant step in the measured power.
  • Page 307 FOPS is accessed through (and requires) Option 302 USB Power Meter Mode. With both options installed, you can send a signal with the FieldFox internal source at one frequency, and measure this signal with a Keysight U-Series USB Power Sensor at another frequency.
  • Page 308 Frequency Offset Using Power Sensor (FOPS) – Option 208 “Amplitude Markers” on page 315 “Trace Math” on page 315 See Also “All about Trace Math” on page 466 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 309: Frequency Offset Using Power Sensor (Fops) - Option 208 Overview

    — The USB power sensor, with an equally long USB/LAN cable, is connected to the IF Output. USB/LAN extenders are NOT provided with the FieldFox or Keysight USB power sensors. — Conversion gain/loss is measured at power sensor. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 310 Frequency Offset Using Power Sensor (FOPS) – Option 208 Overview The dynamic range with FOPS may be significantly different when using various power sensors. In general, the lower frequency range sensors have better dynamic range. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 311: Fops Settings

    — Press Mode — Then Power Meter (USB Sensor) — Then connect a USB Power Sensor to either FieldFox USB port. — For a complete list of supported Keysight USB Power Sensors, please visit: www.keysight.com/find/usbsensorsforfieldfox Measurement Selection — Press Measure 1 —...
  • Page 312: Sweep Type And Frequency

    Sweep Type and Frequency Set the source and receiver frequencies for the FOPS measurements. The receiver is a Keysight U-Series Power Sensor. These are broadband measurement devices, which means that they measure power over a very wide frequency range. Tables of frequency and power correction factors are stored within the power sensors.
  • Page 313 Src = 2 GHz to 3 GHz Offset = 3.8 GHz Rx = 1.800 GHz to 800 MHz Positive Offset, RxSwp = (Offs + Src) Src = 2 GHz to 3 GHz Offset = 3.8 GHz Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 314: Power Sensor Settling

    Freq Step Size Both settings control the number of power sensor measurements between the Start and Stop frequencies. Enter one setting and the other will be changed automatically. There must be at least two data points. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 315: Amplitude Markers

    When Trace, then Data -> Mem is pressed, if a Src Power trace is active, then RxPower is actually stored into memory. To Compare Src Power (Input) and Rx Power (Output): 1. Meas Rx Power 2. Store to memory 3. View Data & Memory 4. Meas Src Power. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 316 Frequency Offset Using Power Sensor (FOPS) – Option 208 FOPS Settings Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 317 18 Pulse Measurements Mode – Option 330 Pulsed power meter measurements, available with Option 330, are made with Keysight U2020 X-Series USB Peak Power Sensors. These sensors are capable of detecting, measuring, and storing data from a train of pulses at the RF input.
  • Page 318 Many of the features included with the FieldFox Pulse Measurements Mode are discussed in detail in these two documents: — Keysight U2020 X-Series USB Peak Power Sensors Programmer’s Guide. http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/U2021-90003.pdf — “Best Practices For Making The Most Accurate Radar Pulse Measurements”...
  • Page 319: Supported Power Sensors

    Pulse Measurements Mode – Option 330 Supported Power Sensors Supported Power Sensors Pulse measurements are made using any of the Keysight U2020 X-Series USB Peak Power Sensors. Zeroing of the U2020 X-Series USB Peak Power Sensors is performed automatically at power up, every 5 seconds, and prior to measuring low level signals.
  • Page 320: Pulse Measurement Settings

    — Learn how to set Display Units in “Display Units” on page 304. — Learn how to set Limits in “Limits” on page 306. Frequency / Time How to set Frequency — Press Freq/Dist — Then choose from the following: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 321: Zoom Window

    Closes the zoom window. — Zoom Center While monitoring the T within the blue vertical posts on Tr 1, enter a value for the center time using the numeric keypad, the arrows, or the rotary knob. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 322: Scale

    Averaging helps to reduce the effects of random noise on a measurement. The more measurements that are averaged, the greater the amount of noise reduction. Averaging is allowed for all pulse measurements. Averaging is performed in the USB Power Sensor before the data is sent to the FieldFox. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 323: Video Bandwidth

    This setting determines whether the FieldFox continuously queries the USB Power Sensor for data, or only once each time the Single button is pressed. Single to conserve battery power or to allow you to save or analyze specific data. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 324: Resolution

    USB Power Sensor when it is waiting for a pulse signal at the RF Input (Internal) or a TTL signal at the USB Sensor External Trigger input. How to make Trigger settings — Press Sweep 3 — Then Trigger Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 325 Used ONLY when Trigger Type = Internal, this setting determines whether the trigger level is set manually or is set to the default level in the USB Power Sensor firmware. — Press Sweep 3 — Then Trigger Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 326 20 ns in order to trigger on very short pulses. — Press Sweep 3 — Then Trigger — Then Qualification — Then set the qualification value using the numeric keypad or the rotary knob μ (default: 100 ns, minimum: 25 ns, maximum: 50 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 327: Marker Settings

    Up to six standard markers can be used to provide readouts of the Y-axis amplitude at the current X-axis location. The six standard markers can also be used as Delta Markers. Learn more about standard markers in “All about Markers” on page 446 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 328: Amplitude Markers

    — Then choose from the following: — Available ONLY when the zoom window is enabled, the search is limited to the zone defined by the zoom window. — The search is performed over the entire Tr 1 trace. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 329: Auto Analysis

    8 - Pulse Period The time of one complete pulse cycle 9 - Duty Cycle The ratio of the pulse width / pulse period. 10 - Pulse Rep Freq The rate, in pulses / sec, at which pulses recur. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 330: Pulse Measurements Mode - Option

    Zoom window) that has been stored in the FieldFox volatile memory. It then becomes static, meaning it is not updated with normal pulse measurements. It can be displayed on the screen by itself, or with a pulse trace for comparison purposes. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 331 — Press Data to view only the data trace. — Press Memory to view only the memory trace. — Press Data & Memory to view both the live trace and the stored memory trace. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 332 Pulse Measurements Mode – Option 330 Pulse Measurement Settings Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 333: Vvm (Vector Voltmeter) Mode - Option

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 19 VVM (Vector Voltmeter) Mode - Option 308 VVM Mode (Option 308) measures the electrical length of cables and other devices. The 1-Port Cable Trimming and 2-Port Transmission measurement displays the electrical length in both Magnitude and Phase.
  • Page 334 VVM (Vector Voltmeter) Mode - Option 308 Procedures “1-Port Cable Trimming Measurements ” on page 341 “2-Port Transmission Measurements” on page 343 “A/B and B/A Measurements” on page 345 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 335: Overview

    Overview Overview In the FieldFox, both 1-port and 2-port measurement types use a different configuration setup from the HP/Keysight 8508A Vector Voltmeter. Figure 19-2 Typical 8508A measurement configuration –as shown in the 8508A manual. The above block diagram requires an external source and directional coupler to measure the electrical length of a DUT or cable to be trimmed.
  • Page 336: Vvm Mode Settings

    — After using the keypad, select a multiplier key. Learn about multiplier abbreviations in“Multiplier Abbreviations” on page Display Resolution You can display either one digit or two digits after the decimal point for both magnitude and phase readings. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 337: If Bandwidth

    Power Level settings in this mode will NOT change Power Level settings in other modes. To help prevent damage to your DUT, use caution when changing modes with your DUT connected to the FieldFox test ports. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 338: Averaging

    N is the current count setting. — Enter a value using the numeric keypad. Enter 1 for NO averaging. — Press Enter. To restart the averaging process, press Meas Setup 4, then More, then Restart Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 339: Single Or Continuous Measure

    — When performing a 1-Port Cable Trimming operation, a reference cable is connected and measured. Then Zero is pressed, and subsequent cables are measured and trimmed to match electrical length of the reference cable. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 340 — Open – select to display Phase = 0.0 Deg when zeroed. — Short - select to display Phase = 180.0 Deg when zeroed. — Then Zero ON — Select Zero OFF to turn zeroing off. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 341: 1-Port Cable Trimming Measurements

    180° degrees. 7. Attach the shortest cable to the FieldFox PORT 1 connector. This cable is the reference cable. Leave the end of the reference cable open (unterminated). 8. Press Meas Setup 4 then press Zero. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 342 12.Carefully trim the cable until the phase shift reads zero. The attached cable’s electrical length is now matched to the reference cable. 13.Repeat steps 10 through 12 for the remaining cables to be trimmed. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 343: 2-Port Transmission Measurements

    5. 5.Connect the DUT. Notes: — The magnitude value is the gain (positive value) or the loss (negative value) of the DUT. — The phase value is the difference in phase (in degrees) between the DUT input and output. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 344 VVM (Vector Voltmeter) Mode - Option 308 2-Port Transmission Measurements — To measure isolation of the amplifier, reverse the connection to the amplifier (PORT 1 to the amplifier output). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 345: A/B And B/A Measurements

    5. To calibrate, replace the DUT with a THRU connection, preferably by connecting together the two Power Splitters (shown in green). For low frequency measurements, TEEs can be used. 6. Press Meas Setup 4, then Zero. 7. Connect the DUT and measure. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 346 VVM (Vector Voltmeter) Mode - Option 308 A/B and B/A Measurements Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 347: Erta (Extended Range Transmission Analysis) Mode - Option

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 20 ERTA (Extended Range Transmission Analysis) Mode - Option 209 ERTA (also known as FoxTrot) uses two FieldFox units to make long-distance scalar transmission measurements. One unit is the source and the other unit is the Receiver.
  • Page 348: Overview

    Accuracy is further enhanced with input and output cable corrections. Furthermore, the alignment process keeps the SA receivers calibrated. For information on alignments, refer to the SA mode chapter’s section, “Alignments” on page 177. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 349: Requirements And Limitations

    Standards, and Sweep Triggering. The following SA features are disabled during partnership synchronization: — Video BW, SwpAcquisition, Frequency Count, Record/Playback, and certain Amplitude Units. — The only keystrokes allowed on the Source unit are Send Text Message and Exit. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 350: Start Connection Wizard

    — Trigger signals: On each unit, connect the Ref/Trig Out SMB (m) connector on the FieldFox side panel to the Ref/Trig In SMA (f) connector on the other FieldFox top panel. — RF connections Preferred method (pictured above): Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 351 — Select Global or Mode Preset — Change Modes — Recalling a non-ERTA State file. Recalling an ERTA State file can re-establish a partnership if the Source unit is still on the network at the same location. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 352 Do the following for both the Input and Output jumper cables: — Press Skip this step to skip the cable measurement. — Otherwise, connect the Input / Output jumper cable as shown below, then press Measure Input (or Output) Cable. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 353 Apply Corrections ON to remove the jumper cables from subsequent DUT measurements. — Press Done to exit the Connection Wizard. — On the Receiver unit, press LEAD ERTA Partnership. The Source unit enters ERTA mode as the follower. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 354: Configure Measurement Settings

    R or B measurements. Figure 20-2 Input power, Output power, and gain measurement traces To change the trace numbers of these three measurements, or to select a trace state other than Clear/Write, press Trace 6. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 355: Normalize

    SourceFreq = Offset + RecFreq. Use to measure Upconverters. ——ON SourceFreq = Offset - RecFreq. Use to measure Downconverters. The source sweeps in Reverse direction. The Offset Freq. MUST be larger than the Receiver Stop Freq. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 356: Improve Dynamic Range

    CoupledCW] is selected, then synchronization ends and the two partner units revert to general SA (non-tracking) sweeps. However, the units are still in partnership, and other settings continue to be synchronized such as Frequencies, ResBw, and Points. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 357: Am/Fm Metrics (Sa Only And Option 355)

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355) The FieldFox assumes you have manually set up the CF, span, and amplitude settings. Refer to Chapter 9, “SA (Spectrum Analyzer) Mode.” In this Chapter “Using AM/FM Metrics” on page 357 “SINAD and THD Calculations”...
  • Page 358 Since the modulation depth/deviation is directly proportional to the instantaneous amplitude of the baseband signal, the measurement result helps to intuitively evaluate the quality of the baseband signal. AM modulation depth AM modulation depth = (Peak-to-Peak / 2) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 359 Carrier power This measures the power of the carrier signal without the modulation. Ideally, power for a sinusoidal carrier signal is concentrated around its carrier frequency. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 360: How To Set Up Am/Fm Metrics

    — Optionally, adjust the Res BW to better identify side bands. Metrics are displayed in the AM/FM Modulation Metrics table on the FieldFox. For AM and FM Metrics examples, refer to Figure 21-1 through Figure 21-8 on page 369. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 361 AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355) Using AM/FM Metrics Figure 21-1 AM Metrics - Example 1 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 362 AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355) Using AM/FM Metrics Figure 21-2 AM Metrics - Example 2 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 363 AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355) Using AM/FM Metrics Figure 21-3 FM Metrics - Wide band Example Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 364: Sinad And Thd Calculations

    Refer to Figure 21-5 on page 365. — For more on calculations, refer to “Overview of Measurement Types” on page 357. — See also, http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5991-4913EN.pdf Figure 21-4 Audio Waveform with FFT Calculations Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 365 AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355) SINAD and THD Calculations Figure 21-5 SINAD and THD Results - Example 1 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 366 AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355) SINAD and THD Calculations Figure 21-6 SINAD and THD Results - Example 2 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 367: Interpreting Am/Fm Metrics Error Messages

    — FieldFox frequency span is too wide — No side lobes are displayed in the results Refer to the examples in “Test Tone Not Found - Example” on page 368 “Test Tone Not Found - Corrected Example” on page 369. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 368 — FM Deviation: 18 kHz — Modulation Rate: 1 kHz Reasons for error: — Frequency span of 1.0 MHz is too wide — No side lobes displayed, so test tone not found Figure 21-7 Test Tone Not Found - Example Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 369 — FM algorithm identifies the side lobes — The algorithm matches the modulation envelope to the mathematically calculated FM modulation or distortion patterns Figure 21-8 Test Tone Not Found - Corrected Example Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 370 AM/FM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355) Interpreting AM/FM Metrics Error Messages Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 371: Channel Scanner (Option 312)

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 22 Channel Scanner (Option 312) In this Chapter: “Using Channel Scanner” on page 371 “How to Set Up Channel Scanner” on page 372 “Field Strength Measurements” on page 386 — “Using the Antenna/Cable Editor” on page 391 —...
  • Page 372: How To Set Up Channel Scanner

    Bar ChartV — Bar ChartH — Channel Pow — Strip Chart — Chart Overlay — Scan&Listen 3. Modify scale and specify color bar coding—Modify the scale and assign colors to low and high power channels (bars): Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 373 ——Record-Play files are save-recalled to: "CurrentDevice\ChannelScanner\ChannelS canner\RecordPlayback\" — System – Sets the User Folder to the user defined system folder path/name: ——List files are save to-from "CurrentDevice\<UserSelectedFolder>\" ——Record-Play files are save-recalled to: "CurrentDevice\<UserSelectedFolder>\" Refer to “File Management” on page 505. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 374: How To Define A Channel And Use Channel Scanner

    “Step 4: Enable Data Logging and Record Results” on page 382 — “Save 5: Save the Log Results:” on page 384 — “Step 6: Import and Play back KML Files into 3rd Party Software (Example: Google Earth with Animation Tool)” on page 384 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 375 Step 1A: Scan Mode: Range Channel Defined 1. Define some channels: Press Measure > Scan Mode > Range 2. Press Edit Range and modify table items: — Total Channels — Search Count — Start Channel CF — CF Step Size Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 376 1. Define some channels: Press Measure > Scan Mode > Custom List 2. Press Edit Custom List and modify table items: — Add table rows — Then for each row: — Edit Center Frequency (CF) — Edit Integration BW (IBW) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 377 Step 2: Select Display Type Select one of the following display orientations: — Select Display Type—choose: — Bar ChartV — Bar ChartH — Channel Pow — Strip Chart — Chart Overlay — Scan&Listen Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 378 Channel Scanner (Option 312) How to Set Up Channel Scanner Figure 22-5 Bar Chart Vertical Display Type Figure 22-6 Bar Chart Horizontal Display Type Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 379 Channel Scanner (Option 312) How to Set Up Channel Scanner Figure 22-7 Channel Power Display Type Figure 22-8 Strip Chart Display Type Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 380 Channel Scanner (Option 312) How to Set Up Channel Scanner Figure 22-9 Strip Chart Overlay Display Type Figure 22-10 Scan & Listen Display Type Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 381 3. And, then press System > Display > Display Colors, to set Indoor, Outdoor, or other display colors. See also Chapter 22, “Channel Scanner (Option 312)”, on page 371. Figure 22-11 Outdoor Display Colors Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 382 — Distance: Store results every “n” meters. GPS must be enabled to store results by distance. Procedure 1. Press Measure > Data Logging > Record Settings > Meas Interval ON (default) 2. Press Interval Type > Time Distance then: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 383 — Optional: Use the RPG (fine adjust) or the arrow keys (coarse adjust) to change the color bar. — Position to change the position along the time record’s results. — Red Limit to change the color bar. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 384 Step 6: Import and Play back KML Files into 3rd Party Software (Example: Google Earth with Animation Tool) Features Use the Playback Slider to replay measurement results. See also Google Maps and or Google Earth’s help. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 385 — Loop mode has a Fast-Slow Replay Option. — Click on each color coded balloon to see the table of measurement results for that location. Figure 22-13 Importing a KML File Into Google Earth Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 386: Field Strength Measurements

    Figure 22-14 Overview of Field Strength for Channel Scanner (See also, Figure 22-15 on page 387.) FieldFox Field Strength Channel Scanner Refer to Figure 22-15 on page 387 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 387 Channel Scanner (Option 312) How to Set Up Channel Scanner Figure 22-15 Editing Antenna Units (See also, Figure 22-14 on page 386.) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 388 Turn ON and OFF correction for all settings. —RcvrSide Antenna Off / On Edit/Recall an Antenna file to be used on the receiver side. —RcvrSide Cable Off / On Edit/Recall a Cable file to be used on the Receiver side. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 389 “Set File Type and Select Device” on page 511. When finished, press Back to return to the previous menu. Field Strength Correction Examples Refer to Figure 22-17 on page 390 Figure 22-18 on page 391. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 390 Channel Scanner (Option 312) How to Set Up Channel Scanner Figure 22-17 Apply Corrections ON Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 391: Using The Antenna/Cable Editor

    Frequency/Value table. In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the product by its model number and full serial number. With this information, the Keysight representative can determine the warranty status of your unit. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 392 — To edit Frequency/Value pairs, enter numbers using the numeric keypad, and a frequency suffix when necessary. ——For both Cable and Antenna correction, Positive numbers indicate loss (we need ADD something positive to compensate for it), and Negative is indicative of some existing gain. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 393 — If the folder does not already exist on a USB or SD card, it is created automatically before storing the file. — All Channel Scanner mode Antenna and Cable files are saved and recalled as *.csv files, which allows them to also be read by spreadsheet programs. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 394 How to Set Up Channel Scanner — The FieldFox can also read *.ANT (Antenna) files that were created from older Keysight Spectrum Analyzers. — Channel Scanner Mode cable or antenna (*.csv or *.ANT) files can NOT be edited in Data Link software.
  • Page 395: Noise Figure Mode (Option 356 - Cpu2 Only)

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 23 Noise Figure Mode (Option 356 – CPU2 Only) IMPORTANT! Noise Figure mode uses DC variable voltage source (VVS) – (Option 309) during the measurements. The voltage might be as high as 28V during the measurement. During the noise figure measurement, always make sure there are no voltage sensitive devices connected to the DC SMB output port.
  • Page 396 Example of Jitter Uncertainty (21 points)—with Uncertainty Bars. Learn more “How to use Auto-Integration” on page 436. Figure 23-2 Example of Jitter Uncertainty (21 points)—with Uncertainty Bars Disabled. Learn more in “How to use Auto-Integration” on page 436. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 397 “All about Markers” on page 446 “All about Limit Lines” on page 461 “All about Trace Math” on page 466 “All about Scale Settings” on page 468 Chapter 24, “Data Analysis Features.” Chapter 27, “File Management.” Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 398: Using Noise Figure

    — ENR uncertainty — User calibration uncertainty — Uncertainty bars Select Noise Figure Mode before making any setting in this chapter. How to select Noise Figure Mode: — Press Mode_. — Then More. — Then Noise Figure. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 399 (displayed when the Amplitude Alignment is stale) 4. External Reference annotation (displayed when external reference is selected) 5. Warning message annotation. Used to display the following warnings: –Invalid frequency settings –VVS trip –ADC Over Range –Ext Ref unlock Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 400 4. User Cal = Receiver cal + User Cal applied and User Cal is not interpolated (the calibration frequency points match up with sweep frequency points) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 401 User Cal contribution) and you have entered uncertainty values for your noise source, DUT, and preamplifier if applicable. 3. Unc = Uncertainty bars are on and uncertainty values are valid. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 402: How To Define A Noise Figure Measurement

    = 1001 points, default = 21) 5. Use Meas Setup > Integration Setup Integration (See also “How to use Auto-Integration” on page 436.) — Max. Time/Pt. (Available when Mode = Auto) or — Time/Pt. (available when Mode = Fixed) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 403: Overview Of Softkey Menus

    Specify Noise Figure (default) or Noise Figure has asymmetrical uncertainty (i.e., log measurement). Noise Factor and Noise Temperature have symmetrical uncertainty (i.e., linear measurement). Uncertainty is not displayed for Gain and Y-Factor. — Noise Factor Specify a Noise Factor or Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 404 Off value (cold) of the ENR spot Ω Γ value’s 50 match, (0.000 to 1.000). σ ——ENR Uncert. Cov. [2 Opens a menu to set the value of the ENR uncertainty coverage. σ σ σ Then choose: (default), or Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 405 ——Storage Device [Internal] Opens a menu of softkeys to set the storage location for your files. Then choose Internal (default), Card, or USB. ——Back to return to previous menu. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 406 — Opens a menu of softkeys to define your DUT Type (Amplifier, Downconverter, Upconverter, or Multi-Stage Converter), frequency context, and loss compensation. Refer to “How to Use DUT Measurement Setups” on page 410. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 407 Opens a menu of uncertainty softkeys for setting the DUT, Preamp, and Uncert. Contributions. Then choose: — Sets the DUT Mode to either Spot (default) or Table. Then choose: ——DUT Mode Set to Spot (default) or to Table For DUT MODE Spot choose: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 408 Opens a menu of softkeys to choose a new DUT table. IMPORTANT! The FieldFox displays Replace existing file?, because the displayed default filename is the one last saved. Enter a unique filename to avoid loss of table data. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 409 ——Back to return to previous menu. — Uncert Contributions Opens a menu of uncertainty contribution softkeys. Then choose: ——Jitter Uncert. Enable/disable the Jitter Uncertainty. ——ENR Uncert. Enable/disable the ENR Uncertainty. ——Mismatch Uncert. Enable/disable the Mismatch Uncertainty. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 410: How To Use Dut Measurement Setups

    Figure 23-8 on page 411 — Setting > Type [Downconverter], see Figure 23-9 on page 412 — Setting > Type [Upconverter], see Figure 23-10 on page 413 — Setting > Type [Multi-Stage Converter], see Figure 23-11 on page 414 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 411 ––Displays preamp (LNA), if User Cal is available. See next image this figure. DUT – Measurement Setup – Type [Amplifier] with External Amplifier (LNA) and User Calibration Used for setting up DUT parameters with an external preamplifier (LNA) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 412 ––DSB: Double Sideband (available for downconverter; averages LSB and USB ENR values) DUT – Measurement Setup – with External Amplifier User Type [Downconverter] (LNA) and Calibration Used for setting up DUT parameters with an external preamp Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 413 (available for downconverter and upconverter) ––USB: Upper Sideband (available for downconverter and upconverter) DUT – Measurement Setup – with External Amplifier User Type [Upconverter] (LNA) and Calibration Used for setting up DUT parameters with external preamp Preamp Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 414 ––Multi-Stage Converter: Performs multi-stage frequency conversion (converts RF down/up to IF) DUT – Measurement Setup – Type [Multi-Stage Converter] with External Preamp (LNA) and User Calibration Used for setting up DUT parameters with preamp and User Cal Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 415 Figure 23-12 on page 416 — Setting Meas Setup > > Next > IF (DUT Out), see Figure 23-13 on page 417 — Setting Meas Setup > > Freq Context [IF], see Figure 23-14 on page 418 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 416 Stop, Center, and Span frequency context for a – Type [Amplifier] and [Multi-Stage Converter] --Set the frequency context based on the DUT Type ––Enter the RF (DUT In) values for Start, Stop, Center, and Span frequencies Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 417 Stop, Center, and Span frequency context for a – Type [Downconverter], [Upconverter], and [Multi-Stage Converter] --Set the frequency context based on the DUT Type ––Enter the RF (DUT In) values for Start, Stop, Center, and Span frequencies Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 418 Type [Downconverter], [Upconverter], and [Multi-Stage Converter] Used for setting up frequency context for a – Type [Downconverter], [Upconverter], and [Multi-Stage Converter] --Set the frequency context based on the DUT Type ––Enter the frequency context IF (default) or RF Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 419 — Follow each setting by entering a value using the numeric keypad, arrows, or the rotary knob. — After using the keypad, select a multiplier key. Learn about multiplier abbreviations in Chapter 1, “Overview.” — After use the arrows or the rotary knob, press Enter. Figure 23-15 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 420 For all sideband cases you can enable or disable Loss (device loss) and Temperature (device temperature). Refer to Figure 23-16 on page 421. This section contains the following: — Setting Meas Setup > > Loss Compensation > Before DUT After DUT, see Figure 23-16 on page 421. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 421 Used for setting up loss compensation for a DUT – Type [Amplifier], [Downconverter], [Upconverter], and [Multi-Stage Converter] ––Loss compensation can be set before and after the DUT ––Enable or disable the Loss (device loss) and the temperature (device temperature) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 422: Single / Continuous / Restart

    How to set number of points — Press Sweep 3 — Then Points [current setting] — Then choose from: 03 | 05 | 11 | 21 | 51 | 101 | 201 | 401 | 601 | 801 | 1001 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 423: Resolution Bandwidth (Res Bw)

    This setting could impact the accuracy of the measurement. See Specifications in http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5990-9783EN.pdf. Alignments The Noise Figure mode requires alignment types: amplitude. Refer to the SA chapter’s “Alignments” on page 177 for information on all alignments. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 424: Calculating Noise Figure Measurement Uncertainty

    The Noise Figure mode uncertainty calculation does not account for uncertainties caused when the input generated noise reflects back into the amplifier and adds to the total measured noise power. These types of uncertainties are minimized by using well matched noise Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 425 DUT table (in a *.dut file), or set as a spot value to be applied across all frequencies. DUT and preamplifier *.snp files may be generated in the FieldFox VNA mode, and then imported into the Noise Figure mode. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 426 A distribution that was historically used in the industry, before the Rayleigh research, as Uniform (within a documented in Keysight Application Note 1449-3, but is rarely accurate. Refer to Circle) https://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5988-9215EN.pdf 1. Reference [1]: GUM 1995 with minor corrections Evaluation of measurement data - Guide to the expression of uncertainty in measurement JCGM 100:2008 First Edition September 2008.
  • Page 427 FieldFox. In these files, the reflection coefficients have been set to the values specified for the respective model numbers. DUT and preamplifier *.snp files may be generated in the FieldFox VNA mode, and then imported into the Noise Figure mode. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 428 . Also, as an aid in determining the cause of measurement uncertainty, any of the individual contributors (user calibration (User Cal Uncert), mismatch uncertainty (Mismatch Uncert), ENR uncertainty (ENR Uncert), or jitter uncertainty (Jitter Uncert) may be excluded from the uncertainty analysis. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 429: Using Enr Tables

    (to return to previous softkey menu) 4. Then edit the table as necessary for your devices and measurements by |Γ entering in Header, Auto-populate, ENR, ENR uncertainty, On |, and Off Γ |. Refer to Figure 23-17 on page 430. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 430: About Enr (*.Enr), Preamplifier (*.Amp), And Dut (*.Dut) Files

    — ENR files are stored as *.enr files. Existing ENR files that are loaded into the FieldFox can be overwritten. Your edited file will NOT be overwritten when firmware is updated. — To DELETE a *.enr file, use the Manage Files feature. Learn more in “Manage Files” on page 514. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 431 — DUT files are stored as *.dut files. Existing *.dut files that are loaded into the FieldFox can be overwritten. Your edited file will NOT be overwritten when firmware is updated. — To DELETE a *.dut file, use the Manage Files feature. Learn more in “Manage Files” on page 514. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 432: Using Markers (Noise Figure)

    Marker table annotation under the graticule. – Marker table data under the graticule. – Displays uncertainty values for select measurements. IMPORTANT! Noise Figure has asymmetric uncertainty (see box in figure). Noise Factor and Noise Temperature have symmetric uncertainty. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 433: Calibration Wizard

    DUT when there is no user calibration. But, if there is a user calibration, the gain calculation is independent of the receiver bandwidth from the receiver calibration. The Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 434 DUT will be during the measurement. Optimizing Measurement Accuracy: — Both gain and noise figure measurement accuracy will be enhanced by using a noise source with as low a reflection coefficient as possible for the user calibration. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 435 (bias, control, and RF) have been made properly. The user calibration can be started immediately following the successful noise figure measurement of the preamplifier, with no change to the setup. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 436: How To Use Auto-Integration

    440. For the following example, these settings were used on the FieldFox with a Keysight 346C K01 noise source that had the following characteristics: Keysight 346C K01 characteristics at 50 GHz ENR of 11. 8 dB Noise figure 8.7 dB Gain 9.5 dB...
  • Page 437: Auto-Integration Procedure

    2. Enter the Noise Source ENR information into a table: If you have previously saved your noise source’s ENR information into a table, skip this step and proceed to step 4. Select Measure Setup Then choose: — Noise Source then — ENR Mode Table (default) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 438 > 0.10 dB — Max. Time/Pt > 300s — Jitter Warning ON (default) — Back to return to previous menu Press Uncertainty then — Uncert. Bars ON 6. Leave the setup to run for desired time. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 439 Noise Figure Mode (Option 356 – CPU2 Only) How to use Auto-Integration Figure 23-20 Example of Jitter Uncertainty (401 points)—with Uncertainty Bars Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 440 Noise Figure Mode (Option 356 – CPU2 Only) How to use Auto-Integration Figure 23-21 Example of Jitter Uncertainty (401 points)—without the Uncertainty Bars Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 441 (i.e, blue circles around points where the jitter goal was exceeded). — Press to toggle Jitter Warning OFF ON (default = ON) Figure 23-22 Example of Jitter Uncertainty—with Jitter Uncertainty Trace Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 442: Other Features Available

    — Display Lines - For information on using Limit Lines, refer to the SA chapter’s section, “Display Line” on page 186. — Scale Settings – For information on using Autoscale, Autoscale All, and Scale settings, “All about Scale Settings” on page 468. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 443: Troubleshooting

    FieldFox’s Noise Figure Option 356 displays the following: — Red X on the NaN point — Marker readout displays: "–––" — SCPI will return its NaN representation (i.e., 9.91E+37) Figure 23-23 Example of an invalid measurement Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 444 Noise Figure Mode (Option 356 – CPU2 Only) Troubleshooting Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 445 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 24 Data Analysis Features The following features can be used after a measurement to analyze the results. In this Chapter “How to create Markers” on page 446 “How to move a Marker after it is created” on page 446 “About Delta Markers”...
  • Page 446: All About Markers

    — Then move the marker as when it was first created. — Markers can also be moved using one of the marker search functions. Refer to “Searching with Markers” on page 452. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 447: About Delta Markers

    Peak search functions can be performed using delta markers. Figure 24-2 A Delta marker and its associated reference marker. In the graphic above, the marker readout shows the difference between the two markers in frequency and amplitude. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 448: Signal Track Marker (Nf And Sa Mode Only)

    The Marker Table can be displayed at the bottom of the FieldFox screen. It can display information for up to 6 markers in a full-width window, and up to 3 markers for a half-width window (NA mode). The marker table “squeezes” the graticule area when activated. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 449: Coupled Markers (Na Mode)

    Coupled Markers move on ALL traces at the same time (NA shown). 1. IQA mode has coupled markers, but the behavior is different than NA mode’s coupled markers. Refer to “Coupled Markers (Waveform Only)” on page 256. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 450: Marker Colors

    X-axis location on the specified trace. Learn more about IQA Traces in “Trace Display States (IQA Mode)” on page 259. Learn more about SA Traces in “Trace Display States (SA Mode)” on page 175. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 451: Marker Format

    R + jX 22.8Ω -j61.4Ω Complex impedance format (3rd number is distance for Time Domain) 287.9fF Z Magnitude 66.08Ω Impedance Mag. Phase 73.8° Real 0.2003 More Imaginary -0.6727 Mag & Phase 0.705, -73.7° dB Angle -2.1 dB, -138.2° Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 452: Searching With Markers

    FieldFox interpolates between measured data points to find the exact Target value to two decimal points. The interpolated X-axis value is displayed in the marker readout or marker table. Subsequent presses of the Target softkey cause the marker to move to the right to Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 453 ——If you first enter Negative, then Positive values, it may be necessary to press Marker, then More, then Markers All Off. Figure 24-4 S21 of a filter with BW Markers and associated readout values. The search criteria is -3 dB. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 454 Peak Left (Not IQA) Moves the active marker to the next data point to the left that meets the ‘Peak’ criteria. When no data points to the left meet the ‘Peak’ criteria, the marker does not move. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 455 DUT. Use in conjunction with marker table and limit lines to verify your DUT’s signals and to adjust or tune as needed. See also, “All about Limit Lines” on page 461. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 456 Mkr5 & Mkr6 Search — For Mkr1 & Mkr2 maximum or minimum value search: — Then Mkr5 Peak — Mkr5 Min Or for Mkr3 & Mkr4 maximum or minimum value search: — Then Mkr6 Peak — Mkr6 Min Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 457: What Is A 'Peak

    To make these settings, create a non-DTF CAT mode measurement, then change the measurement back to DTF. How to set Peak Criteria — Press Mkr ->/Tools. — In CAT and NA modes: — Then Peak Search. — Then Peak Criteria Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 458 Peak Search, including the use of peak criteria rules. See also, “Using Markers (IQA)” on page 254. ——Delta Ref Fixed Enables or disables the delta reference fixed marker. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 459: Marker Functions

    (IQ Analyzer (NOT waveform) and SA mode ONLY) The acquisition becomes the magnitude of the active marker. — Mkr->TuneFreq (SA mode with Tune & Listen ONLY) The Tune & Listen Frequency becomes the frequency of the active marker. The following applies to DTF Measurements ONLY: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 460: I/Q Analyzer (Iqa) Marker Functions

    — Band/Interval Power Marker (Available in I/Q Analyzer mode) — Frequency Counter at Marker — Audio Beep with Marker — Time Zero Fixed Marker Learn more about these marker functions starting in the SA chapter here: “Noise Marker” on page 187. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 461: All About Limit Lines

    ——Relative - the limit line moves relative to the center frequency and acquisition. Note: It is easiest to first create Fixed Limits, then change this setting to Relative. Learn more “Relative Limit Lines” on page 462. — Upper/Lower – Press Edit to toggle between the following: Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 462: Relative Limit Lines

    A limit line can be built from an existing trace. One X/Y point is made from each measured data point. Then, using an offset value, you can shift the limit line UP for upper limits or DOWN for lower limits. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 463: Limit Options

    UP or DOWN. Learn how below. Limit Options How to set Limit Options — Press Exit if the limit table is visible. — Then Options. — Then choose from the following: — Beep Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 464: How To Save And Recall Limits

    — Then choose from the following: — Save Limits After limit lines have been defined, this saves the line definition to a file on the specified device. — Recall Limits Recalls a limit Line definition from the specified device. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 465: Display Line (I/Q, Nf, And Sa Modes Only)

    Display Line OFF ON — Then enter a Y-axis value using the arrows or the rotary knob, then press Enter. Or enter a value using the numeric keypad and press a suffix key or press Enter. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 466: All About Trace Math

    — Then choose one of the following: — Data + Mem [D+M] Current measurement data is added to the data in memory. — Data – Mem D-M] Current measurement data is subtracted from the data in memory. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 467: About Math Operations

    However, the second pair of connectors have much better S11 performance (–50 and –52). The relative significance is shown in Data-Mem. Values to compare Data/Mem Data-Mem –10 dB and –12 dB 2 dB –24 dB –50 dB and –52 dB 2 dB –64 dB Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 468: All About Scale Settings

    Trace Averaging helps to smooth a trace to reduce the effects of random noise on a measurement. The FieldFox computes each data point based on the average of the same data point over several consecutive sweeps. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 469 N is the current count setting. — Enter a value using the numeric keypad. Enter 1 for NO averaging. — Press Enter. — While Trace Averaging is in process, press Sweep 3 then Restart to restart the averaging at 1. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 470 Data Analysis Features All about Scale Settings Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 471 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 25 System Settings In this Chapter “Run/Hold” on page 472 “Preset” on page 473 “User Preset” on page 473 “Audio (Volume) Control” on page 474 “Display (Settings)” on page 475 “Display Brightness” on page 475 “Display Colors”...
  • Page 472: System Settings Run/Hold

    Automatically sets Continuous OFF (Hold) and causes FieldFox to make ONE measurement sweep, then hold for the next Single key press. — SA Mode ONLY – With Continuous OFF each successive Run/Hold press also causes a single sweep. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 473: Preset

    “Set File Type and Select Device” on page 511. How to set User Preset — Make your custom settings for all modes. — When finished, press Preset. — Then Save User Preset, then select to confirm. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 474: How To Recall User Preset

    How to set the FieldFox Volume Control — Press System 7 — Then Volume — Then use the arrows, the rotary knob, or numeric keypad to enter a value between 0 (lowest volume) and 100 (highest volume). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 475: Display (Settings)

    0 and 100%. Display Colors Change Display Colors to alter the viewing scheme. How to set Display Colors — Press System 7 — Then Display — Then Display Colors — Then choose one of the following: Indoor Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 476: Trace Width

    The title can contain up to approximately 65 alpha-numeric characters. To view the Title area, see the Screen Tour in “Screen Tour” on page How to add or edit a Title — Press System 7 — Then Display — Then Title Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 477: Edit Keywords

    Quick Settings Table All preferences can be set from the Quick Settings table. They are immediately saved as Preferences when Done is pressed. How to view and change Preference Quick Settings — Press System 7 — Then Preferences Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 478: Save And Reset Preferences

    “File Saving Naming Options” on page 485 “CAT (Distance Units)” on page 485 “CAT/NA” on page 486 “SA” on page 487 Save and Reset Preferences All preference settings can be made at one time from the Quick Settings table. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 479: Global Settings (Overview)

    — Startup Mode (see) — Then Done Edit (for each change in setting) Language Choose the language in which to display FieldFox softkeys and other messages. Select Save Current Settings to set this language as a preference. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 480 FieldFox measurements. — OFF – Source power is kept ON at all times, including during trigger Hold mode and between single sweep acquisitions. The RF source stays at the stop frequency until another sweep begins. This provides Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 481: Display

    — Then Preferences — Then use arrow softkeys or the knob to select Display — Then Edit for each of the following: — Display Colors — Indoor (default) — Night Vision — Outdoor Sun — Outdoor Dusk Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 482: Audio

    — Then use arrow softkeys or the knob to select Audio — Then Edit for each of the following: — Mute ——On ——Off (default) — Volume — 0 to 100 (default is 50) — Then Done Edit (for each change in setting) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 483: Date And Time

    — Press System 7 — Then Preferences — Then Preferences — Then use arrow softkeys or the knob to select GPS — Then Edit for each of the following: — GPS State ——Off (default) ——Internal ——External Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 484: File Folders

    — User Folder Persist (On/Off) – Defaults to the current Device and folder location at power up. Toggle User Folder Persist On/Off when a new Device location is selected location. — User Folder – displays the default folder location. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 485: Alpha Numeric Editing

    — Then Preferences — Then Edit for each of the following: — Distance Units: ——Meters (default) ——Feet ——Inches — TDR Sweep: ——Cable (default and the most accurate) ——Auto — Then Done Edit (after each change in setting) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 486: Cat/Na

    ——Default ——Advanced — Default Factory Error Corr. (N995xA/6xA Only) ——Enhanced Response ——Full 2 Port — Extended Cal Default (N995xA/6xA Only) ——On ——Off (default on models >6 GHz) — Then Done Edit (after each change in setting) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 487: System Configuration

    How to Install Options A.lic file must already be on a USB Flash Drive. To learn how to obtain a.lic file, visit: http://www.keysight.com/find/softwarelicense Insert the USB Flash Drive in the FieldFox. — Press System 7 — Then System Configuration Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 488: Gps

    — Without Option 307, GPS is usable ONLY with an external GPS receiver that is shipped with Microsoft “Streets and Trips” and “AutoRoute”. The GPS receiver is NOT available from Keysight. Only the GPS USB receiver is used with the FieldFox. Therefore, it is NOT necessary to purchase the very latest version of the map software.
  • Page 489 - Enable GPS using Option 307 – Built-in GPS. Connect a GPS antenna to the top-panel GPS connector. Learn more about additional GPS antenna accessories at http://www.keysight.com/find/fieldfox. Internal is set automatically when Frequency Reference Source is set to GPS. Learn more in “Frequency Reference Source” on page 492.
  • Page 490 - GPS ON, but NOT locked on satellites. - GPS ON, but no GPS receiver is present or detected. The following annotation (BLUE circle in above image) indicates the INTERNAL, top-panel antenna status: — Ant: INIT – antenna status initializing. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 491 Choose from: — ddd°mm’ ss.sss” degrees, minutes, seconds (default setting) — ddd°mm.mmmmm’ degrees, minutes, fractional minutes — ddd.ddddddd° decimal degrees — None Lat/Lon is not displayed. — Elevation Unit Choose from: — (Meters) — Feet — Inches Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 492: Frequency Reference Source

    GPS is immediately enabled and a search for satellites begins. When satellites are found, the precision timing signal is NOT used directly, but is used to correct the absolute frequency of the internal reference many times per second. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 493 The internal 10 MHz frequency reference is available from the Ref/Trig output connector on the right-side panel. Use this signal as a common frequency reference when making measurements using external equipment. See this connector in “Top Panel” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 494: Variable Voltage Source (Opt. 309)

    See the connector in “Left Side Panel” on page An optional SMB (f) to BNC (m) bias-tee power cable is available with Keysight part number: N9910X-713. The following status line is provided near the top of the FieldFox screen.
  • Page 495: Security Level

    The Date and Time can also be set by synchronizing with GPS satellites. Learn more in “GPS” on page 483. How to Update Date and Time using Internet This method of setting the Date and Time does NOT have the security restrictions of the other methods (listed below). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 496 — Then More. — Then Date and Time. — Press the arrows to highlight the row to be edited. — Then press Edit. — Use the arrows or rotary knob to select the field to be edited. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 497: Lan Settings

    LAN Settings Configure the LAN settings to be used to communicate with the Data Link Software and connect to the FieldFox for remote SCPI operation. Learn more about Data Link at: www.keysight.com/find/fieldfoxsupport. Table 25-1 LAN LEDs (N995xA, N996xA applies to: N991xA/2xA/3xA units with serial , and number prefixes ≥5607)
  • Page 498: Power On

    Power ON When the FieldFox is without a power source, this setting allows the FieldFox to power ON as soon as a charged battery or the DC Adapter is inserted without pressing the power button. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 499: Fieldfox Package Installer

    — Press Start Install — “Current Step Progress:” bar and a “Total Progress:” bar are displayed along with this message: “Copying package. Do not remove install media.” Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 500 If your stored any user files to a USB or SD card, this procedure restores those files. From the initial Installer menu: — Press Utility — Then Cancel to exit without restoring your files and returning to the initial Installer menu. Press Restore Data Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 501: Service Diagnostics

    Thru connection. The format is P1 <date time>, P2 <date time>, P1-P2 <date time>. The factory calibration is updated when you send your FieldFox to Keysight for Instrument Calibration. Learn more in “Instrument Calibration” on page 551.
  • Page 502 — The FieldFox is rebooted, which manages the newly-freed data and re-writes the factory cal kits and cable files. Rebooting is not required on the N995xA, N996xA, and applies to: N991xA/2xA/3xA units with serial number prefixes ≥5607. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 503: Using The Mini-Usb Port To Send Scpi Commands And Queries

    PC’s standard USB 2.0 port. Using Keysight IO Libraries, Connection Expert and connecting via a VISA connection, you can send SCPI commands via the Keysight Interactive IO window to the FieldFox. Refer to your IO Libraries online help for the details on connecting to your instrument. Refer to keysight.com...
  • Page 504 N991xA/2xA/3xA units with serial number prefixes ≥5607) Mini-USB Connection to PC with IO Libraries — In the Keysight Interactive IO window: Type in your SCPIs on the Command line and click Send Command, Read Response, or Send & Read. Refer to...
  • Page 505 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 27 File Management The FieldFox can save any of the following types of files: — Current settings and calibration — Trace data (*.csv, *.S1P, *.S2P) — Picture of the FieldFox screen In addition, files can be saved to the internal memory, a USB Flash drive, or a standard SD card.
  • Page 506: Saving And Recalling Files

    FieldFox’s internal An example for transferring an image: memory. http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/Programming/webhelp/ Examples/Transfer_Image_to_PC.htm. Please note that the receiving computer program needs to be able to handle the binary block transfer. See also FieldFox Programming Guide Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 507 MATLAB files (*.mat). Learn more about FieldFox and 89600 VSA software, refer to Chapter 12, “Remote Server Mode (Requires CPU2 and SA Hardware/SA Option 233)” and to http://rfmw.em.keysight.com/wireless/helpfiles/89600B/WebHelp/89600 .htm. Figure 27-1 I/Q Analyzer Mode (IQA) MATLAB File Save Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 508 — Press Alt Keyboards to display the different keyword choices. You can select either an ABC or Qwerty style keyboard. Refer to “Alpha Numeric Editing” on page 485. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 509 When the current filename is complete — Press Done to save the file to the specified filename. — Press Cancel to close the labeler without saving a file. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 510: Recall Files

    — Then Recall File or Enter. — Cancel to cancel recall file and return to the previous menu. Move (Copy) Files The FieldFox can Move files (i.e., including Trace + State files, and image files). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 511: Set File Type And Select Device

    Saves/Recalls/Moves (Copies) files to/from the FieldFox internal memory. To specify a folder, first select Manage Folders (learn how in “Manage Folders” on page 516). The Data Link software will read data ONLY from the \UserData folder. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 512 ——In Power Meter (with Option 208 Frequency Offset Power Sensor (FOPS)), all visible traces are saved. Each trace is saved to a separate column labeled Output Power or Memory. ——In VVM Mode, NO data is saved. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 513 Saves CAT and NA Mode trace data to an *.S1P or *.S2P file, depending on the active measurement. This file format is used by CAE programs such as Keysight's Microwave Design System (MDS) and Advanced Design System (ADS). It can also be imported into spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel.
  • Page 514: Manage Files

    Select a file or files to copy. — Then select a device to copy the file to. Choose from Copy to Internal, Copy to USB (must be inserted), or Copy to SD Card (must be inserted). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 515 Enter a suffix that the current filename or filenames are to be renamed. — Do Rename Enable renaming of the current file or files. Insert only ONE USB Flash Drive in the FieldFox when saving or copying files. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 516: Manage Folders

    For more on renaming folders/files, refer to “How to use the FieldFox labeler ” on page 508, and “Prefixes and Suffixes for Filenames” on page 517. — Press Exit when finished. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 517: Edit Keywords

    The prefix and suffix (Auto Append) can be used together to organize files. Once set and enabled, they are automatically entered as the beginning (Prefix) and end (Suffix - using Auto Append) of a filename when performing a Save Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 518 — to turn off Auto Append. — Number to auto-append a number using format “_nnn” sequentially to all saved files. — Date to auto-append a date and time using format “_YYYY-MM-DD.HH.MM.SS” sequentially to all saved files. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 519 — Press Save/Recall 9 — Then More — Then Prefix Suffix — Then Auto Append — to disable the Auto Append (Suffix) on subsequently saved files. Auto, and Number Suffix Reset softkeys are grayed out (inactive). Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 520: Press Printing

    Columns for up to 16 total images to be printed on a single page. — If necessary, edit the filenames to be printed. — Select Done. Then Print Selected\nFiles to begin printing. ——Print Current Screen – Immediately prints the FieldFox screen using the selected Printer and Page Setup settings. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 521: 28 Working With The Lithium-Ion Battery

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 28 Working with the Lithium-Ion Battery In this Chapter “Viewing the Battery Charge Status” on page 521 “Charging the Battery” on page 523 “Reconditioning Battery” on page 526 “Battery Care” on page 526 “Maximizing Battery Life” on page 526 “Lithium-Ion Battery Disposal”...
  • Page 522: Service Diagnostics-Battery Screen

    Each lithium ion battery has an LED gauge that displays its charge status. The gauge is active unless the battery is in shut down mode. To view the LED gauge, open the FieldFox battery compartment door, remove the battery, then press the button on the battery. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 523: Charging The Battery

    Internal Charging with the AC/DC Adapter Read the safety information in “For the AC/DC Adapter” on page 532 Internal charging time for a fully depleted battery is approximately 4 hours with the FieldFox either ON or OFF. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 524 — FieldFox OFF: Charging is indicated by the FieldFox power LED glowing amber, with its intensity increasing from dim to bright every few seconds. This pattern repeats until the LED turns off when charging is done. Learn more on “Front Panel” on page Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 525: Using The External Battery Charger (N9910X-872)

    LED charge gauge is being renewed. See “Reconditioning Battery” on page 526 Yellow/green Battery is reconditioned Red flashing Error Yellow Standby For more information, refer to the Instruction Manual included with the external battery charger. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 526: Reconditioning Battery

    — Store batteries in a cool, dry location, away from metal objects and corrosive gases. Storage temperature limits (20% to 50% relative charge is recommended): Transportation: –20°C to 50°C Within 1 month: –20°C to 45°C Within 6 months: –20°C to 40°C Within 1 year: –20°C to 35°C Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 527: Lithium-Ion Battery Disposal

    Regulations vary for different countries. Dispose of the battery in accordance with local regulations. Keysight Technologies, through Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC), offers free and convenient battery recycling options in the U.S. and Canada.
  • Page 528 Working with the Lithium-Ion Battery Lithium-Ion Battery Disposal Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 529: 29 Safety Considerations

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide 29 Safety Considerations Keysight has designed and tested the FieldFox in accordance with IEC Publication 61010-1Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use, and the FieldFox is supplied in a safe condition. The FieldFox is also designed for use in Installation Category II and pollution Degree 2 per IEC 61010-1.
  • Page 530: For The Fieldfox

    The unit may be used only in the operating conditions and positions specified by the manufacturer. Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the product. Return the product to Keysight Technologies or a designated repair center for service to ensure that safety features are maintained.
  • Page 531 Safety Considerations For the FieldFox The measuring terminals on this instrument are designed to be used with external signals described in Measurement Category I, but NOT with external signals described in Categories. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 532: For The Ac/Dc Adapter

    AC/DC adapter from its AC power source to prevent overheating. The AC/DC adapter has an auto–ranging line voltage input – be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 533: For The External Battery Charger (N9910X-872)

    For the External Battery Charger (N9910X-872) If charging batteries externally, use the optional external charger available from Keysight, or another SMBus charger of level II or higher. Never use a non–SMBus charger because the battery issues commands over the SMBus to the charger to control the charge rate and voltage.
  • Page 534: Battery Protective Functions

    For a Korean battery safety consideration translation, refer to Appendix D:, “Korean Battery Safety Translation.” Battery Protective Functions The following protective functions are designed into the lithium-ion rechargeable battery system used in FieldFox. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 535: Active Protection

    Overtemperature Charging: The system microcontroller prevents the battery from being charged if the cell temperature exceeds 46C. Once the overtemperature charging protection is tripped, the cell temperature has to drop to or below 45C to reset the protection and permit charging. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 536: Passive Protection

    Material Safety Data Sheet for the manufacturer of the battery at: http://na.support.keysight.com/fieldfox/help/SupHelp/Reference/MSDS.ht Environmental Requirements Refer to the FieldFox Specifications in “Specifications/Data Sheet” on page 549. Electrical Requirements The FieldFox allows you to use either the lithium-ion battery or the AC/DC adapter - both are included. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 537: Electrostatic Discharge (Esd) Precautions

    FieldFox, may damage the instrument input circuitry. To avoid such damage, it is recommended to dissipate any static charges by temporarily attaching a short to the cable or antenna prior to attaching to the instrument. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 538: Fieldfox Markings

    This symbol indicates the Environmental Protection Use Period (EPUP) for the product’s toxic substances and for the China RoHS requirements. CAUTION, risk of danger, refer to safety information in manual. Dispose of properly Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 539: Battery Markings

    The C-Tick Mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Spectrum Management Agency. The RCM Mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Communications and Media Authority. Korean Certification (KC) mark; includes the marking’s identifier code which follows the format: KCC-REM-YYY-ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ or MSIP-REM-YYY-ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 540 Ten years is the expected useful life of the product. This symbol indicates the Environmental Protection Use Period (EPUP) for the product’s toxic substances and for the China RoHS requirements. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 541: Packaging Markings

    China’s safety and EMC compliance mark. Taiwan’s safety and EMC compliance mark. Singapore’s safety mark. Korean Certification (KC) mark; includes the marking’s identifier code which follows the format: KCC-REM-YYY-ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ or MSIP-REM-YYY-ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ GOST, Russia’s safety and EMC mark. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 542: Certification And Compliance Statements

    Certification Keysight Technologies, Inc. certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Keysight Technologies, Inc. further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology, to the extent allowed by the Institute's calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members.
  • Page 543: Emc

    This equipment is Class B suitable for home electromagnetic environment and is suitable for use in all areas. Acoustic Statement (European Machinery Directive) Acoustic Noise Emission LpA <70 dB Operator position Normal operation position per ISO 7779 Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 544 Safety Considerations Certification and Compliance Statements Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 545: A:.connector Care Review

    Proper connector care and connection techniques are critical for accurate and repeatable measurements. The following table contains for tips on connector care. Prior to making connections to your analyzer, carefully review the information about inspecting, cleaning, and gauging connectors. For course numbers about additional connector care instruction, contact Keysight Technologies.
  • Page 546 Connector Care Review Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 547 Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the DC power cord removed, in a well-venti- lated area, and with the power to the FieldFox turned OFF. Allow all residual alcohol moisture to evapo- rate, and the fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument. Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 548 Connector Care Review Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 549: B:.specifications/Data Sheet

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide Specifications/Data Sheet To ensure the highest accuracy and consistency, the FieldFox Specifications are now stored ONLY at: http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5990-9783EN.pdf...
  • Page 550 Specifications/Data Sheet Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 551: C:.instrument Calibration

    Connector Care. Learn more in “Connector Care Review” on page 545. How do I Get an Instrument Calibration? To get your Keysight instrument calibrated, send it to one of the Keysight Technologies service centers. Please visit this website to learn how: www.keysight.com/find/calibration.
  • Page 552: What Are My Choices Of Instrument Calibration

    Instrument Calibration What Are My Choices of Instrument Calibration? What Are My Choices of Instrument Calibration? The following types of instrument calibration are available from Keysight Technologies service center: Includes the test data from the calibration and the Keysight Calibration...
  • Page 553: D:.korean Battery Safety Translation

    Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide Korean Battery Safety Translation...
  • Page 554 Korean Battery Safety Translation Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 555 Keysight Handheld Analyzers N99xxA User’s Guide Keysight Software End-User Licensing Agreement (EULA)
  • Page 556 Keysight Software End-User Licensing Agreement (EULA) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 557 Keysight Software End-User Licensing Agreement (EULA) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 558 Keysight Software End-User Licensing Agreement (EULA) Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 559 CAT mode icons alignments,align all now 1-port cable loss installing alignments,individual measurements alignments,overview 2-port insertion loss markings all about markers measurements maximizing life AM FM Tune & Listen calibration Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 560 , 184, group delay , 92, display reference brightness External Gain , 152, colors External triggering , 99, 169, front panel external triggering , 169, high-temperature preferences external zeroing protection settings hold Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 561 IF Output installing preferences IF output indicator (*), old data file individual,alignments select initial use, preparing for CAT mode , 45, Magnitude Offset input voltages and power, mode magnitude offset maximum measurements Manage Files Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 562 2-port insertion loss, CAT , 517, O, S, L calibration preparing for initial use mode Occupied Bandwidth preset bridge cancellation, VVM old data indicator (*) preset settings mode Opt 010 Printing compressed , 153, 154, option printing return loss Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 563 Resolution, NA mode sending SCPI commands, system configuration Response Cals mini-USB port settings response cals service diagnostics System Impedance (Z0) Restart , 174, 216, Sessions , 225, System Settings restart , 174, 216, systematic date and time Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 564 , 167, Zeroing VVM mode external reference zeroing, external User Preset zeroing, VVM mode User Tags , 227, values multipliers numeric values, multipliers vector voltmeter vector voltmeterSeeVVM Velocity Factor , 63, verifying integrity of calibration jumper cables Keysight N9927-90001 User’s Guide...
  • Page 566 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2014-2018 Edition 4, June 20, 2018 www.keysight.com...

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