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Description of the Upgrade This upgrade extends the upper frequency limit of your 20 GHz standard test set analyzer (N5230A/C Option 220) to 40 GHz. This is done by installing Option F40. After installation of this upgrade, your analyzer will be an N5230A/C Option 420. Option F40 provides the necessary 40 GHz components and cabling to allow your analyzer to measure signals up to 40 GHz.
Getting Prepared The PNA contains extremely sensitive components that can be ruined if CAUTION mishandled. Follow instructions carefully when making cable connections, especially wire harness connections. The person performing the work accepts responsibility for the full cost of the repair or replacement of damaged components. To successfully install this upgrade kit, you will need the following: •...
If you provide an email address, Agilent will promptly email your license key. Otherwise, you will your receive your license key via postal mail. Downloading the Online PNA Service Guide To view the online Service Guide for your PNA model number, use the following steps: 1.
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Equipment Required for Post-Upgrade Adjustments Model or Alternate Model or Equipment Type Part Number Part Number Power meter E4418B/E4419B E4418A/E4419A Power sensor, 2.4 mm 8487A None Adapter, 2.4 mm (f) to 2.4 mm (f) 11900B 85056-60007 RF cable, 2.4 mm (f) to 2.4 mm (f) 85133C 85133E About Installing the Upgrade...
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Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Check the contents of your kit against the following list. If any part is missing or damaged, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Getting Assistance from Agilent” on page Table 1 Contents of Upgrade Kit N5230-60108...
Installation Procedure for the Upgrade 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.
Overview of the Installation Procedure Step 1. Obtain a Keyword and Verify the Information. Step 2. Remove the Outer and Inner Covers. Step 3. Remove the Front Panel Assembly. Step 4. Remove the 20 GHz Bottom Cables. Step 5. Remove the Test Set Deck Front Panel. Step 6.
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Step 2. Remove the Outer and Inner Covers 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. Refer to Figure 2 for this procedure.
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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 The figure above shows the N5230A front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE N5230C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive.
Step 3. Remove the Front Panel Assembly Refer to Figure 4 for this procedure. ① 1. With 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.
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Step 4. Remove the 20 GHz Bottom Cables Refer to either Figure 5 Figure 6 for this procedure, depending upon the serial number prefix of your analyzer. 1. Place the analyzer bottom-side up on a flat surface. 2. Remove the following cables in the order listed: •...
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Step 5. Remove the Test Set Deck Front Panel Refer to either Figure 7 Figure 8 for this procedure, depending upon the serial number prefix of your analyzer. ① 1. Disconnect the wrapped wire cable (item ) from the front-panel LED board. ❶...
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Figure 8 Test Set Deck Front Panel Removal (serial numbers prefixed MY4640 and above) Installation Note N5230-90010...
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Step 6. Remove the 20 GHz Top to Bottom Cables 1. Disconnect cables W3 and W6 at the locations shown in Figure 2. Place the analyzer on its side as shown in Figure 3. Disconnect cables W3 and W6 at the locations shown in Figure 10 and remove the cables in the direction indicated.
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Figure 10 20 GHz Top to Bottom Cables Removal, Top Installation Note N5230-90010...
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Step 7. Remove the 20 GHz Components Refer to Figure 11 for this procedure. 1. Place the analyzer bottom-side up on a flat surface. Remove the A17 MASS 26.5 ① 2. Disconnect the ribbon cable (item ) from the MASS 26.5. Leave this ribbon cable attached to the A16 test set motherboard.
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Step 8. Install the 50 GHz Components Refer to Figure 12 for this procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page Install the A18 MA 26.5 ① 1. Loosely install three new screws (item ) into the back of the MA 26.5. 2.
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Step 9. Install the 50 GHz Top to Bottom Cables Follow instructions carefully when making cable connections, especially CAUTION wire harness connections. Incorrect connections can destroy components, resulting in additional customer costs. 1. Place the analyzer on its side as shown in Figure 13.
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Figure 13 50 GHz Top to Bottom Cables Installation, Bottom Installation Note N5230-90010...
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Figure 14 50 GHz Top to Bottom Cables Installation, Top Installation Note N5230-90010...
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Step 10. Install the New Test Set Deck Front Panel Refer to Figure 15 for this procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page 1. Place the new test set deck front panel, with the LED board and both new couplers attached, onto the test set deck as shown.
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Step 11. Install the 50 GHz Bottom Cables Follow instructions carefully when making cable connections, especially CAUTION wire harness connections. Incorrect connections can destroy components, resulting in additional customer costs. Refer to Figure 16 for this procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page 1.
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Step 12. Replace the Nameplate Refer to Figure 17 for this procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page Remove the Old Nameplate ① 1. Using a sharp object such as a knife blade, lift one end of the old nameplate (item ).
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Step 13. Reinstall the Front Panel Assembly Before installing the front panel assembly onto the analyzer, place the analyzer CAUTION right side up and lift and support the front of the analyzer chassis. Refer to Figure 18 for this procedure. ②...
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Step 14. 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...
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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.
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Step 15. Enable Option F40 Procedure Requirements • The analyzer must be powered up and operating to perform this procedure. • The analyzer program must be running. • A mouse must be connected to the analyzer for this procedure. Option Enable Procedure 1.
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Step 16. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments Adjustments The following adjustments must be made due to the hardware changes of the analyzer. • default EE adjustment - select all assemblies, one at a time, and initialize. • source calibration • receiver calibration These adjustments are described in the PNA service guide and in the PNA on-line HELP.