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Keysight Technologies PNA Series Installation And Getting Started Manual

Keysight Technologies PNA Series Installation And Getting Started Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation and Getting Started Guide Keysight PNA Series Network Analyzers...

  • Page 2: Safety Notices

    DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH THESE TERMS, THE WARRANTY beyond those set forth in the TERMS IN THE SEPARATE EULA shall apply, except to the © Keysight Technologies, Inc. AGREEMENT WILL CONTROL. extent that those terms, rights, or 2009-2018 licenses are explicitly required...

  • Page 3: In This Guide

    Keysight PNA Series Network Analyzers Upgrade Kit Order Numbers: E8356-900001 Installation Note In This Guide IMPORTANT! Much of the information in this document refers to Windows 10, but your instrument might have Windows 7 installed. This document is applicable to both Windows 7 and Windows 10 operating systems.

  • Page 4: Getting Assistance From Keysight

    In This Guide Getting Assistance from Keysight Getting Assistance from Keysight Installing this upgrade kit requires special skills and experience. If you think you may not be qualified to do the work, or need advice, contact Keysight. Contacting Keysight Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Keysight office are available on the Web at: http://www.keysight.com/find/assist If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Keysight field...

  • Page 5: Documentation Map

    In This Guide Getting Assistance from Keysight Documentation Map The online Help file is embedded in the analyzer, offering quick reference to programming and user documentation. PNA Help is available in English only. The Installation and Quick Start Guide helps to quickly familiarize yourself with the analyzer.

  • Page 6: Operating Precautions

    In This Guide Operating Precautions Operating Precautions Most causes of instrument failure can be avoided if you will apply the information in this section. PLEASE READ! Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while removing assemblies from or connecting cables and assemblies (DUT) to the network analyzer.

  • Page 7: Preventing Electrical Overstress Damage

    In This Guide Operating Precautions Figure 1 ESD Protection Setup The following table lists Keysight part numbers for ESD protection devices. To order, refer to “Contacting Keysight” on page 4. Description Keysight Part Number 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...

  • Page 8: Preventing Test Port Connector Damage

    In This Guide Operating Precautions Figure 2 Example Label Showing Damage Level for Each Port and Connector Preventing Test Port Connector Damage Proper connector care and connection techniques are critical for accurate and repeatable measurements. The following table contains for tips on connector care.
  • Page 9 In This Guide Operating Precautions Visual Inspection Do Not —Inspect all connectors carefully —Use a damaged connector - ever —Look for metal particles, scratches, and dents Connector Cleaning Do Not —Try compressed air first —Use any abrasives —Use isopropyl alcohol (see warning —Get liquid into plastic support below) beads...

  • Page 10: Preventing Pna Hard Drive Problems

    In This Guide Operating Precautions For more information on the proper use and maintenance of connectors, see http://na.support.keysight.com/pna/connectorcare/Connector_Care.htm Preventing PNA Hard Drive Problems Previously, the leading cause of PNA failures was problems with the PNA Hard Disk Drive (HDD). Most of these problems were solved when Keysight replaced the HDD with a solid state drive (SSD) in late 2010.

  • Page 11: Install Spyware Protection

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Install Spyware Protection There is no anti-spyware software installed on the instrument. This should not be a problem if you do not use the instrument for a lot of internet browsing. Having spyware in the instrument could have an impact on the instrument performance.

  • Page 12: Step 1. Check The Shipment

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Step 1. Check the Shipment 1. Unpack the contents of the shipping container. Keep the packaging material in case the analyzer needs to be returned to the factory. The network analyzer is heavy. It is recommended that two individuals, or a mechanical lift, be used to lift or transport the instrument.

  • Page 13: Step 2. Meet Requirements

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Step 2. Meet Requirements Before installing the PNA on a bench top or in an equipment rack, first make sure that the electrical and environmental requirements of the location are met. This instrument has autoranging line voltage input. Be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range.

  • Page 14: Step 3. Install The Analyzer

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Figure 3 Protective Earth Ground (Non-Floating) 3. Ensure the operating environment meets the requirements found in “Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information” on page 31. Some analyzer performance parameters are specified for 25°C. Refer to the Help system in the analyzer for the complete specifications.

  • Page 15: Step 4. Connect The Accessories

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer In all installations, consider the following ventilation requirements when deciding where to set up your analyzer. Ventilation Requirements: When installing the product in a cabinet, the convection into and out of the product must not be restricted. The ambient temperature (outside the cabinet) must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the instrument by 4°C for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet.

  • Page 16: Step 5. Install Ferrite Cores

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer — ECal module (separate product) Consider ergonomics when locating the mouse and keyboard. Do NOT connect an ECal module to the USB until after the PNA is started. Once the PNA is started, press the front panel Help button to learn about 'Connecting an ECal module for the first time'.

  • Page 17: Step 6. Start Up The Analyzer

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Step 6. Start Up the Analyzer Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator. The detachable power cord is the instrument disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument.

  • Page 18: Step 7. Perform Administrative Tasks

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Figure 6 This product contains a Windows operating system. The Network Analyzer application is supported and qualified only with the version of Windows that was installed when shipped. Windows 10 Operating Systems Beginning in on or around November 2018 all B model analyzers are shipped with Windows 10.
  • Page 19 In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Procedures for the above tasks are in the Help system in the analyzer. To view these procedures: — On the analyzer's front panel, press the Help button. Or, on the PNA display, click Help > Network Analyzer Help. Click Quick Start in PNA Help.

  • Page 20: Step 8. Run The Operator's Check

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Step 8. Run the Operator's Check The operator's check should be performed when you first receive your analyzer, and any time you wish to have confidence that the analyzer is working properly. The operator's check does not verify performance to specifications, but should give you a high degree of confidence that the instrument is performing properly.

  • Page 21: Step 9. Turn Off The Analyzer

    In This Guide Installing Your Analyzer Step 9. Turn Off the Analyzer To turn the PNA OFF, BRIEFLY press the front panel On/Standby switch. The PNA will then begin to shutdown Shutdown The On/Standby indicator changes from green to yellow when power is Off. The current instrument state is NOT saved to the PNA solid state drive.
  • Page 22 In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows 10, configuration and the settings used with the Keysight instrument software. It includes information about changing some of the system settings. And it describes the Windows operating system configuration and the software installations that are present on the Disk Drive when the instrument leaves the factory.

  • Page 23: Microsoft Windows

    In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) Microsoft Windows Your instrument has Microsoft Windows installed at the factory. Keysight has already configured many of the settings in Microsoft Windows for optimal behavior in your instrument. This chapter contains details about many of these settings.

  • Page 24: User Accounts

    In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) User Accounts Refer to "VNA User Accounts and Passwords" the PNA Online Help, http://na.support.keysight.com/vna/help/latest/help.htm. Keysight PNA Licensing Options For information on PNA licensing options, refer to the https://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/N5242-90024.pdf. Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase For information on PNA licensing options, refer to the https://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/N5242-90024.pdf.

  • Page 25: Settings That Must Not Be Changed

    In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) You May Use This Feature: To Do This: Configure Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates. Microsoft recommends that you always get the latest critical Windows updates to ensure that the instrument's Windows operating system is protected.
  • Page 26 In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) Do NOT Use This Feature: To Do This: If you click on “Advanced System Settings” a dialog will open called “System Properties.” On this dialog there is a tab called “Hardware.” You should not modify any settings under the “Hardware”...

  • Page 27: Configuring Printers

    In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) — Uninstall these libraries, interfaces, or programs: — The I/O Libraries — The .NET Framework or any Hotfixes or Service Packs for the .NET Framework — The “Microsoft Visual J# .NET Redistributable Package 1.1” —...

  • Page 28: System Maintenance

    In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) Windows Firewall The instrument is shipped with the Windows Firewall enabled. You can verify the status of Windows Firewall by going to the Control Panel and clicking on System and Security, Windows Firewall. Windows Firewall Exceptions for programs and ports have been added to allow proper operation of the instrument over a network.

  • Page 29: Usb Connections

    In This Guide Windows 10 Operating System (B Models Only) USB Connections Refer to "Microsoft Windows Considerations" in the PNA Online Help. Refer to http://na.support.keysight.com/pna. Disk Drive Partitioning and Use The drive is partitioned into 3 sections: C:, D: and E: —...

  • Page 30: Getting Help With Your Analyzer

    In This Guide Getting Help with Your Analyzer Getting Help with Your Analyzer Help System Use on-line Help to quickly reference programming and user documentation. On-line Help is only available in English. We recommend that you begin by accessing Help and reading the topics in the Quick Start section.

  • Page 31: Shipment For Service

    Do not attempt to clean internally. Shipment for Service Contact Keysight Technologies for instructions on where to ship the analyzer for service. Refer to “Getting Assistance from Keysight” on page 4. Ship the analyzer using the original packaging materials. Shipping the analyzer in anything other than the original packaging may result in non-warranted damage.
  • Page 32 In This Guide Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Before Applying Power If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by the equipment could be impaired. This product must be used in a normal condition (in which all means for protection are intact) only. If an instrument handle is damaged, you should replace it immediately.

  • Page 33: Regulatory Information

    In This Guide Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Servicing These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid electrical shock, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended.
  • Page 34 In This Guide Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information regulatory agencies. Instructions for Use This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The documentation contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition.

  • Page 35: Declaration Of Conformity

    In This Guide Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Table 1 This symbol indicates that the power line switch is in the OFF position. This symbol is used to identify a terminal which is internally connected to the product frame or chassis. The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community.
  • Page 36 In This Guide Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information A declaration of conformity is available upon request, or a copy is available on the Keysight Technologies Web site at http://www.keysight.com/go/conformity or by contacting Keysight. See “Contacting Keysight” on page. Acoustic Statement:...

  • Page 37: Safety Information

    In This Guide Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Safety Information Complies with the essential requirements of the European Low Voltage Directive as well as current editions of the following standards (dates and editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity): —...

  • Page 38: Warranty

    In This Guide Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Parameter Required Values/Ranges Operating Altitude 0 to 4,600 meters (15,000 feet) Relative humidity Type tested, 0% to 95% at 40 °C, non-condensing In conditions of very high humidity (below 95%) at changing temperature, there is a small risk of internal condensation that could cause the CPU real-time clock to temporarily stop incrementing time.
  • Page 39 Installation Note Xxxxx-xxxxx...
  • Page 40 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2000-2018 Edition 2, September 18, 2018 www.keysight.com...

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