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Keysight Technologies PNA-X N5241A Manual

Second source, combiner, and mechanical switches upgrade kit
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Keysight
Second Source, Combiner, and
Mechanical Switches
Upgrade Kit
To Upgrade PNA-X N5241A, N5242A, or N5249A
Option 219 to Option 224
For Analyzers with Serial Numbers Prefixed MY/SG/US5150 and
Below
Upgrade Kit Order Numbers: N5241AU-922, N5242AU- 922,
N5249AU- 922
Keysight Kit Number: N5242-60102
Installation Note

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  • Page 1 Keysight Second Source, Combiner, and Mechanical Switches Upgrade Kit To Upgrade PNA-X N5241A, N5242A, or N5249A Option 219 to Option 224 For Analyzers with Serial Numbers Prefixed MY/SG/US5150 and Below Upgrade Kit Order Numbers: N5241AU-922, N5242AU- 922, N5249AU- 922 Keysight Kit Number: N5242-60102...

  • 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 2007-2017 licenses are explicitly required...
  • Page 3 Keysight Second Source, Combiner, and Mechanical Swithces Upgrade Kit Keysight Kit Number: N5242-60102 Installation Note Description of the Upgrade This upgrade kit is only for analyzers with serial numbers prefixed MY/SG/US5150 and below. If the serial number prefix of your analyzer is above this number, do NOT proceed with the upgrade.

  • Page 4: Getting Assistance From Keysight

    Description of the Upgrade Getting Assistance from Keysight Getting Assistance from Keysight By internet or phone, get assistance with all your test and measurement needs. 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 engineer.

  • Page 5: Getting Prepared

    Description of the Upgrade Getting Prepared Getting Prepared The PNA contains extremely sensitive components that can be ruined if 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.
  • Page 6 Description of the Upgrade Getting Prepared — From your instrument (Instrument information is available in the network analyzer – on the toolbar, click Help, then click About Network Analyzer.) — Model number — Serial number Using the information just gathered, you must request a license key from the Keysight Software Manager.

  • Page 7: Tools Required For The Installation

    Description of the Upgrade Getting Prepared Tools Required for the Installation Description Part Number T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lbs) T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lbs) 5/16-in torque wrench (set to 10 in-lbs) 5/16-in torque wrench (set to 21 in-lbs) Use a 5/16-in torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs on all cable connections except the front and rear panel cable connectors.
  • Page 8 Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Check the contents of your kit against the following list. If any part is missing or damaged, contact Keysight Technologies. Refer to “Getting Assistance from Keysight” on page...
  • Page 9 Description of the Upgrade Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Table 1 Contents of Upgrade Kit N5242-60102 Description Part Number Desig. RF cable, W7 (from A8 26.5 GHz source 2) to front-panel SRC 2 OUT 2 N5242-20291 RF cable, W3 (from A5 26.5 GHz source 1) to A46 port 1 mechanical switch N5242-20269 RF cable, A46 port 1 mechanical switch to A25 test port 1 bridge N5242-20264...

  • Page 10: Overview Of The Installation Procedure

    Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade 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 covers.
  • Page 11 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Step 1. Obtain a Keyword and Verify the Information Follow the instructions on the Software Entitlement Certificate supplied to obtain a license key for installation of this upgrade. Refer to “License Key Redemption”...
  • Page 12 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 1 Outer Cover Removal Step 3. Remove the Inner Cover Refer to Figure 2 for this step of the procedure. ① 1. With a T-10 TORX driver, remove the 12 pan head screws (item ➁...

  • Page 13: Step 4. Remove The Front Panel Assembly

    Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 2 Inner Cover Removal Step 4. Remove the Front Panel Assembly Refer to Figure 3 for this step of the procedure. ① 1. With a 5/16-in wrench, remove all front panel jumpers (item ➁...
  • Page 14 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade ③ 4. Disconnect the front panel interface ribbon cable (item ). The front panel is now free from the analyzer. Figure 3 Front Panel Assembly Removal Step 5. Remove the Existing Test Set Cables Leave the gray flexible cables, the wire harnesses, and the ribbon cables connected where possible.
  • Page 15 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade For analyzers with serial numbers prefixed MY/SG/US5310 and below: — W25A28 port 2 bridge to front-panel REF 2 SOURCE OUT Figure 4 Existing Test Set Cables Removal Step 6. Assemble the Mechanical Switches Refer to Figure 5 for this step of the procedure.
  • Page 16 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 5 Mechanical Switches Assembly Step 7. Install the Mechanical Switches Refer to Figure 6 for this step of the procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page 1. Position the switch brackets (with the switches and combiner attached) in the analyzer as shown.
  • Page 17 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 6 Mechanical Switches Installation into the Analyzer Step 8. Install the Second Source Boards Part 1: Install Cables on Second Source Boards Refer to Figure 7 Figure 8 for this step of the procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page Installation Note N5242-90003...
  • Page 18 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade 1. Attach gray flex cable W57 to the J5 connector on the A13 13.5 GHz synthesizer board as shown. The other end of the cable will be connected to the A10 frequency reference board later. Figure 7 Cable Connections to the Second Source Boards, Part 1a 2.
  • Page 19 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 8 Cable Connections to the Second Source Boards, Part 1b Part 2: Install the Second Source Boards into the Analyzer Refer to Figure 9 for this part of this step of the procedure. New parts are listed Table 1 on page 1.
  • Page 20 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade 3. Connect the other end of gray flex cable W57 on the A13 13.5 GHz synthesizer board to the J7 connector on the A10 frequency reference board as shown. 4. Connect cable W2 between the A8 26.5 GHz source 2 board and the A13 13.5 GHz source 2 synthesizer board as shown.
  • Page 21 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 9 Second Source Boards Installation, Part 2 Step 9. Install the Source 2 Front Panel Connectors Refer to Figure 10 for this step of the procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page ①...
  • Page 22 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 10 Source 2 Front Panel Connectors Installation Step 10. Remove the A19 Test Set Motherboard and the A20 IF Multiplexer Board Remove the A19 Test Set Motherboard Refer to Figure 11 for this part of this step of the procedure.
  • Page 23 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade ① ➁ 1. Disconnect ALL ribbon cables (item ) and ALL wire harnesses (item from the A19 test set motherboard. Make sure they are labeled for re-connection later. ③ 2. Remove connector hardware (item ) from 11 rear panel BNC connectors.
  • Page 24 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade ➁ 2. Disconnect ALL gray flexible RF cables (item ) from the A20 IF multiplexer board. Make sure they are labeled for re-connection later. ③ 3. Remove connector hardware (item ) from five rear panel RF connectors. ④...
  • Page 25 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade — SRC 2— SW SRC OUT (J8) — PORT 3—SW TSET IN (J7) — PORT 2—SW TSET IN (J1) and SW SRC OUT (J2) Refer to Figure 13 for this part of this step of the procedure. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page ①...
  • Page 26 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Step 12. Install the Bulkhead Connectors in the Test Set Front Plate Refer to Figure 14 for this procedure. Some bulkhead connectors may already be installed on your analyzer’s front plate. New parts are listed in Table 1 on page 1.
  • Page 27 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Install the following cables in the order listed. Use a 5/16-in torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs to tighten all cable connectors. — W95 (N5242-20269) A46 port 1 mechanical switch (connector 2) to W3 (from A5 26.5 GHz source 1 board) —...
  • Page 28 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 15 New Test Set Cable Installation Installation Note N5242-90003...
  • Page 29 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Step 14. Reinstall the A20 IF Multiplexer Board and the A19 Test Set Motherboard Reinstall the A20 IF Multiplexer Board Refer to Figure 16 for this part of this step of the procedure. 1.
  • Page 30 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 16 A20 IF Multiplexer Board Reinstallation Reinstall the A19 Test Set Motherboard Follow instructions carefully when making cable connections, especially wire harness connections. Incorrect connections can destroy components, resulting in additional customer costs. Refer to Figure 17 for this part of this step of the procedure.
  • Page 31 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade ④ ⑤ 6. Reconnect ALL ribbon cables (item ) and ALL wire harnesses (item ) to the A19 test set motherboard. 7. Connect the mechanical switch control cables to the A19 test set ⑥...
  • Page 32 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade 5. Starting from either side, loosely place the overlay in the recess on the lower front panel, ensuring that it fits tightly against the edges of the recess. 6. Once the overlay is in place, press it firmly onto the frame to secure it. Figure 18 Lower Front Panel Overlay Replacement Installation Note N5242-90003...
  • Page 33 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Step 16. Reinstall the Front Panel Assembly and Front Panel Jumpers Before installing the front panel assembly onto the analyzer, lift and support the front of the analyzer chassis. Refer to Figure 19 for this step of the procedure.
  • Page 34 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Step 17. Position the Cables and Wires to Prevent Pinching On the top side of the PNA, carefully position the grey flex cables so they can’t be pinched between the covers and the rails. On the bottom side of the PNA, carefully fold or push down the ribbon cables and wires so they can’t be pinched between the hardware and the outer cover.
  • Page 35 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Figure 20 Inner Cover Reinstallation Step 19. Reinstall the Outer Cover This procedure is best performed with the analyzer resting on its front handles in the vertical position. Do not place the analyzer on its front panel .
  • Page 36 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade ④ 3. Install the four bottom feet (item ) onto the bottom of the outer cover ③ then install the foot locks (item ① ➁ 4. Install the strap handles (item ) by tightening the screws (item ) on both ends of each strap handle with a T-20 TORX driver.
  • Page 37 1. On the analyzer’s Help menu, click About Network Analyzer. 2. Verify that “224” is listed after “Options:” in the display. Click OK. If Option 224 has not been enabled, contact Keysight Technologies. Refer “Getting Assistance from Keysight” on page 4...
  • Page 38 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Step 22. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration Adjustments The following adjustments must be made due to the hardware changes of the analyzer. — 10 MHz freq adjustment — EE default adjustment —...
  • Page 39 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade — IF Response Adjustment (Options 090, 093, or 094 Only.) — Noise Adjustment (Option 029.) 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 is also found in the service guide.
  • Page 40 Description of the Upgrade Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Installation Note N5242-90003...
  • Page 41 Installation Note Xxxxx-xxxxx...
  • Page 42 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2007-2017 Edition 2, November 2017 www.keysight.com...

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