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Keysight E8362-60109 Installation Note

Extended frequency range upgrade kit

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Installation Note
Extended Frequency Range Upgrade Kit
For E8362B PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers WITHOUT the
Configurable Test Set Option
Network Analyzer
Model Number
E8362B
Agilent Part Number: E8362-90004
Printed in USA May 2003
© Copyright 2003 Agilent Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
Upgrade Kit
Frequency
Part Number
Extension
E8362-60109
20 GHz to 40 GHz

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Summary of Contents for Keysight E8362-60109

  • Page 1 For E8362B PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers WITHOUT the Configurable Test Set Option Network Analyzer Upgrade Kit Frequency Model Number Part Number Extension E8362B E8362-60109 20 GHz to 40 GHz Agilent Part Number: E8362-90004 Printed in USA May 2003 © Copyright 2003 Agilent Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 Notice THE MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED “AS IS,” AND IS SUBJECT TO BEING CHANGED, WITHOUT NOTICE, IN FUTURE EDITIONS. FURTHER, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, AGILENT DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL AND ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 3 About the Upgrade Kit Products affected......E8362B without Option 014, Configurable Test Set Installation to be performed by ....Agilent service center or personnel qualified by Agilent Estimated installation time .
  • Page 4 Check the contents of your kit against the following list. If any item is missing or damaged, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Getting Assistance from Agilent” on page Table 1 Option 040 Upgrade Kit (E8362-60109) to Extend the E8362B to 40 GHz Ref. Description Part Number Desig.
  • Page 5 Table 1 Option 040 Upgrade Kit (E8362-60109) to Extend the E8362B to 40 GHz Ref. Description Part Number Desig. Parts for analyzers WITH NO RF hardware options A23 channel R1 detector to A28 channel R1 mixer E8364-20025 A24 channel R2 detector to A29 channel R2 mixer...
  • 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 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 Equipment Required for Post-Installation 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 Step 1.
  • 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. 2. Using a T-10 TORX driver, remove the eleven screws (item 3. Lift off the cover. Figure 3 Inner Cover Removal Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 11: Step 4. Remove The Front Panel Assembly

    Step 4. Remove the Front Panel Assembly 1. 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 E8362-90004...
  • Page 13 Step 6. Raise the Receiver Deck 1. Place the analyzer bottom-side up on a flat surface. 2. Using a T-10 TORX driver, remove the four screws, (item ), that secure the receiver deck. 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 Mixers Bracket Removal Figure 8 Mixers Replacement Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • 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. Disconnect the wrapped wire cable (item ) from the front-panel LED board. 2. Disconnect the remaining RF cable (item ) from each test port coupler.
  • 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 (item 2. Place the LED board in position on the new front panel and attach it with the three screws (item ) removed from the old front panel.
  • 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. 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, J22 (P1 BIAS T) and J25 (P2 BIAS T), and release them from the cable clamp (item 3.
  • Page 19 Replace the Bias Tees (Refer to Figure 12.) 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. 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. 2. Install two screws (item ) in each detector to secure them to the brackets.
  • Page 21 Step 10. Install the Remaining Cables Using a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 10in-lbs, install the following new cables in the order listed. These new parts are listed in Table 1 on page • W1 A12 source 20 to A21 SOMA 50 Connect this cable to the A21 SOMA 50 connector as shown with the other end of the cable routed through the opening to the top side of the analyzer.
  • Page 22 Step 11. Lower the Receiver Deck 1. Pull the latch pin (item ) towards the opposite side of the analyzer to release the receiver deck. 2. Lift the receiver deck to partially lower it, then release the latch pin (item ).
  • Page 23 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, connect the A12 source 20 to A21 SOMA 50 cable, W1, at the A12 source 20 as shown.
  • Page 24 Step 13. Replace the Front Panel Nameplate Remove the Old Nameplate 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 25 Step 14. Reinstall the Front Panel Assembly Before installing the front panel assembly onto the analyzer, lift and support the CAUTION front of the analyzer chassis. 1. Reconnect the ribbon cable (item ) to the A3 front panel interface board. 2.
  • Page 26 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. 2.
  • Page 27 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 28 Step 16. Enter the New Model Number Procedure Requirements • The analyzer must be powered up and operating to perform this procedure. • The Network Analyzer program must be running. • A keyboard is required for this procedure. • A mouse is recommended for this procedure but is not required. Mouse Procedure 1.
  • Page 29 Step 17. Verify that the New Model Number Is Shown Correctly Procedure Requirements • The analyzer must be powered up and operating to perform this procedure. • The Network Analyzer program must be running. • A mouse is recommended for this procedure but is not required. Mouse Procedure 1.
  • Page 30 Step 18. Perform Source and Receiver Calibration Adjustments The following adjustments must be made due to the change in the full frequency range of the analyzer. • source calibration • receiver calibration These adjustments are described in the PNA service guide and in the PNA on-line HELP. A list of equipment required to perform these adjustments can be found at “Tools Required for the Installation”...