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Agilent Technologies E8362A PNA Series Installation Notes

Extended frequency range upgrade kit
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Installation Note
Extended Frequency Range Upgrade Kit
For E8362A PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers WITH the
Configurable Test Set Option
Network Analyzer
Model Number
E8362A, Option 014
Agilent Part Number: E8362-90016
Printed in USA September 2007
Supersedes print date: February 2005
© Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2004, 2005, 2007
Upgrade Kit
Frequency
Part Number
Extension
E8362-60105
20 GHz to 40 GHz

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  • Page 1 Installation Note Extended Frequency Range Upgrade Kit For E8362A PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers WITH the Configurable Test Set Option Network Analyzer Upgrade Kit Frequency Model Number Part Number Extension E8362A, Option 014 E8362-60105 20 GHz to 40 GHz Agilent Part Number: E8362-90016...

  • Page 2: Warranty Statement

    “Restricted computer software” as defined in FAR 52.227-19 (June 1987) or any equivalent agency regulation or contract clause. Use, duplication or disclosure of Software is subject to Agilent Technologies’ standard commercial license terms, and non-DOD Departments and Agencies of the U.S. Government will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52.227-19(c)(1-2) (June 1987).

  • Page 3: Contacting Agilent

    Contacting Agilent Assistance with test and measurements needs and information or finding a local Agilent office are available on the Web at: www.agilent.com/find/assist If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Agilent field engineer. In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Agilent product by NOTE its model number and full serial number.
  • Page 4 Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Check the contents of your kit against the following list. If any item is missing or damaged, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page Table 1 Option 041 Upgrade Kit (E8362-60105) to Extend the E8362A to 40 GHz Ref.
  • Page 5 Table 1 Option 041 Upgrade Kit (E8362-60105) to Extend the E8362A to 40 GHz Ref. Description Part Number Desig. Parts for analyzers with Option 014 ONLY A22 switch splitter to PORT 1 SOURCE OUT E8364-20081 A22 switch splitter to PORT 2 SOURCE OUT E8364-20082 PORT 1 CPLR THRU to A25 test port 1 coupler E8364-20073...
  • Page 6 Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Kit The network analyzer must be in proper working condition prior to installing this option. Any necessary repairs must be made before proceeding with this installation. This installation requires the removal of the analyzer’s protective outer WARNING covers.

  • Page 7: Overview Of The Installation Procedure

    Overview of the Installation Procedure Step 1. Verify the Model, Serial, and Option Numbers of the Analyzer Step 2. Remove the Outer Cover Step 3. Remove the Inner Cover Step 4. Remove the Front Panel Assembly Step 5. Disconnect the A12 Source 20 to A22 Switch/Splitter Cable at the A12 Source 20 Step 6.
  • Page 8 ESD Equipment and Supplies Required for the Installation Description Agilent Part Number ESD grounding wrist strap 9300-1367 5-ft grounding cord for wrist strap 9300-0980 2 x 4 ft conductive table mat and 15-ft grounding wire 9300-0797 ESD heel strap (for use with conductive floors) 9300-1308 Equipment Required for Post-Upgrade Adjustments Model or...
  • Page 9 Step 2. Remove the Outer Cover This procedure is best performed with the analyzer resting on its front CAUTION handles in the vertical position. Do not place the analyzer on its front panel without the handles. This will damage the front panel assemblies. 1.
  • Page 10 Step 3. Remove the Inner Cover 1. Place the analyzer top-side up on a flat surface. ① 2. Using a T-10 TORX driver, remove the eleven screws (item 3. Lift off the cover. Figure 3 Inner Cover Removal Installation Note E8362-90016...

  • Page 11: Step 4. Remove The Front Panel Assembly

    Step 4. Remove the Front Panel Assembly ① 1. Using a 5/16-inch wrench, remove the six front panel semirigid jumper cables (item ② 2. Using a T-10 TORX driver, remove the eight screws (item ) from the sides of the frame. Before removing the front panel from the analyzer, lift and support the front of CAUTION the analyzer chassis.
  • Page 12 Step 5. Disconnect the A12 Source 20 to A22 Switch/Splitter Cable at the A12 Source 20 1. Using a 5/16-inch wrench, disconnect the A12 source 20 to A22 switch/splitter cable, W1, at the A12 source 20 as shown. Figure 5 A12 Source Cable Disconnection Installation Note E8362-90016...
  • Page 13 Step 6. Raise the Receiver Deck 1. Place the analyzer bottom-side up on a flat surface. ① 2. Using a T-10 TORX driver, remove the four screws, (item ), that secure the receiver deck. ② 3. Pull the latch pin (item ) towards the opposite side of the analyzer to release the receiver deck.
  • Page 14 Step 7. Remove the Old Hardware and Cables Remove the Old Cables (Refer to Figure 1. Using a 5/16-inch wrench, remove the following cables in the order listed. • W1 A12 source 20 to A22 switch splitter • W3 A22 switch splitter to channel R1 fixed attenuator •...
  • Page 15 Figure 7 Old Hardware and Cables Removal Figure 8 Mixers Replacement Installation Note E8362-90016...
  • Page 16 Replace the Test Set Deck Front Panel and the A25 and A26 Test Port Couplers Remove the Existing Test Set Deck Front Panel (Refer to Figure ① 1. Disconnect the wrapped wire cable (item ) from the front-panel LED board. 2.
  • Page 17 Install the Old Front Panel LED Board onto the New Front Panel (Refer to Figure 10.) 1. Remove the LED board from the old front panel by removing the three retaining screws ① (item 2. Place the LED board in position on the new front panel and attach it with the three screws ①...
  • Page 18 Step 8. Replace the A38 and A39 Bias Tees (Option UNL Only) Remove the Detector/Bias Tee/Attenuator Brackets (Refer to Figure 11.) ① ② 1. Disconnect all remaining RF cables from each attenuator (item ) and bias tee (item 2. Disconnect the bias tee control cables at the A16 test set motherboard connectors, ③...
  • Page 19 Replace the Bias Tees (Refer to Figure 12.) ① 1. Remove the old bias tees from the bracket by removing two screws (item ) from each. Retain the screws for installing the new bias tees. ① 2. Install the new bias tees using the screws (item ) removed from the old bias tees.
  • Page 20 Step 9. Install the Remaining New Hardware Install the A23 and A24 Detectors (Refer to Figure 13.) 1. Place the A23 and A24 detectors on top of the brackets in the analyzer. Be sure to orient them as shown. ① 2.

  • Page 21: W2 A21 Soma 50 To A22 Switch/Splitter 1

    Step 10. Install the Remaining Cables Cables Common to All Analyzers with Option 014 Using a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs, install the following new cables in the order listed. Front panel connectors will be secured later. Table 1 on page 4 lists the new parts.

  • Page 22: W65 A23 Channel R1 Detector To Reference 1 Source Out 1

    Additional Cables for Analyzers with Only Option 014 Using a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs, install the following new cables in the order listed. Front panel connectors will be secured later. Table 1 on page 4 lists the new parts.

  • Page 23: W66 A24 Channel R2 Detector To Reference 2 Source Out 1

    Additional Cables for Analyzers with Options 014 and UNL Using a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs, install the following new cables in the order listed. Front panel connectors will be secured later. Table 1 on page 4 lists the new parts.
  • Page 24 Step 11. Lower the Receiver Deck ② 1. Pull the latch pin (item ) towards the opposite side of the analyzer to release the receiver deck. ② 2. Lift the receiver deck to partially lower it, then release the latch pin (item ).
  • Page 25 Step 12. Connect the A12 Source 20 to A21 SOMA 50 Cable at the A12 Source 20 1. Place the analyzer top-side up on a flat surface. 2. Using a 5/16-inch wrench set to 10 in-lbs, connect the A12 source 20 to A21 SOMA 50 cable, W1, at the A12 source 20 as shown.
  • Page 26 Step 13. Replace the Front Panel Nameplate Remove the Old Nameplate ① 1. Using a sharp object such as a knife blade, lift one end of the old nameplate (item ). Be careful not to scratch the painted surface. 2. Using your fingers, pull the nameplate completely off of the front panel and discard it. 3.
  • Page 27 Step 14. Reinstall the Front Panel Assembly and Front Panel Jumpers Before Installing the Front Panel Assembly 1. Install a lock washer and hex nut on each of the 12 front-panel feed-through connectors. Using a 5/16-inch torque wrench, tighten these hex nuts to 21 in-lbs. 2.
  • Page 28 Step 15. Reinstall the Inner and Outer Covers Reinstall the Inner Cover 1. Place the inner cover on the analyzer as shown. There are two alignment pins on the front frame that align with holes in the front of the cover to ensure proper alignment. ①...
  • Page 29 Reinstall the Outer Cover This procedure is best performed with the analyzer resting on its front CAUTION handles in the vertical position. Do not place the analyzer on its front panel without the handles. This will damage the front panel assemblies. 1.
  • Page 30 Step 16. Enter the New Model Number Procedure Requirements • The analyzer must be powered up and operating. • The Network Analyzer program must be running. • A keyboard and a mouse are required for this procedure. Enter the New Model Number 1.
  • Page 31 Step 17. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration Adjustments The following adjustments must be made due to the change in the full frequency range of the analyzer. • LO power • source calibration • phase lock IF gain • receiver calibration These adjustments are described in the PNA service guide and in the PNA on-line HELP.
  • Page 32 Installation Note E8362-90016...

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