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Agilent Technologies E8362C Installation Note
Agilent Technologies E8362C Installation Note

Agilent Technologies E8362C Installation Note

Extended frequency range upgrade kit
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Installation Note
Extended Frequency Range Upgrade Kit
For E8362B/C PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers WITHOUT
the Configurable Test Set Option
Network Analyzer
Model Number
E8362B/C
Agilent Part Number: E8362-90004
Printed in USA September 2008
Supersedes print date: December 2007
© Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2003, 2005, 2007-2008
Upgrade Kit
Frequency
Part Number
Extension
E8362-60109
20 GHz to 40 GHz

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Summary of Contents for Agilent Technologies E8362C

  • Page 1 Configurable Test Set Option Network Analyzer Upgrade Kit Frequency Model Number Part Number Extension E8362B/C E8362-60109 20 GHz to 40 GHz Agilent Part Number: E8362-90004 Printed in USA September 2008 Supersedes print date: December 2007 © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2003, 2005, 2007-2008...
  • 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 Getting Assistance from Agilent Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on 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 About the Upgrade Kit Products affected......E8362B/C without Option 014, Configurable Test Set Installation to be performed by ....Agilent service center or personnel qualified by Agilent Estimated installation time .
  • Page 5 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 “Getting Assistance from Agilent” on page Table 1 Option 040 Upgrade Kit (E8362-60109) to Extend the E8362B/C to 40 GHz Ref.
  • Page 6 Table 1 Option 040 Upgrade Kit (E8362-60109) to Extend the E8362B/C to 40 GHz Ref. Description Part Number Desig. A24 channel R2 detector to A16 test set motherboard J205 E8364-60122 A21 SOMA 50 to A16 test set motherboard J206 E8364-60123 Parts for analyzers WITH NO RF hardware options A23 channel R1 detector to A28 channel R1 mixer E8364-20025...
  • Page 7 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 8 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 9 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 Step 1.
  • Page 10 5. Slide the cover off of the frame. Figure 2 Outer Cover Removal The figure above shows the E8362B front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE E8362C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive. Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 11 3. Lift off the cover. Figure 3 Inner Cover Removal The figure above shows the E8362B front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE E8362C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive. Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 12 Figure 4 Front Panel Assembly Removal The figure above shows the E8362B front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE E8362C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive. Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 13 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 14 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 15 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 16 Figure 7 Mixers Bracket Removal Figure 8 Mixers Replacement Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 17 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 18 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 19 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 20 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 21 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 22 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 23 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 24 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 25 3. Once the nameplate is properly aligned, press it firmly onto the surface to secure it. Figure 17 Model Number Nameplate Replacement The figure above shows the E8362B front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE E8362C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive. Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 26 ) in the sides of the frame. Figure 18 Front Panel Assembly Reinstallation The figure above shows the E8362B front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE E8362C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive. Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 27 2. Using a T-10 TORX driver, reinstall the eleven screws (item Figure 19 Inner Cover Reinstallation The figure above shows the E8362B front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE E8362C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive. Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 28 ) on both ends. Figure 20 Outer Cover Reinstallation The figure above shows the E8362B front panel and floppy disk drive. The NOTE E8362C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not include a floppy disk drive. Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 29 If the model number is not shown correctly, perform “Enter the New Model NOTE Number” again. If the option is still not enabled or the analyzer does not preset to the correct frequency range, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Getting Assistance from Agilent” on page Installation Note E8362-90004...
  • Page 30 Step 17. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration The following adjustments must be made due to the change in the full frequency range of the analyzer. • LO power • 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 “Equipment Required for Post-Upgrade Adjustments”...

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