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Agilent Technologies PNA Series Installation And Quick Start Manual

Agilent Technologies PNA Series Installation And Quick Start Manual

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Installation and Quick Start Guide
Agilent Technologies
PNA Series Network Analyzers
Important: Please read
"Preventing PNA Hard Drive
Problems" on page 2-11
Manufacturing Part Number: E8356-90001
Printed in USA
Print Date: April, 15, 2008
Supersedes: January 25, 2008
©
Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2002–2008

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  • Page 1 Installation and Quick Start Guide Agilent Technologies PNA Series Network Analyzers Important: Please read “Preventing PNA Hard Drive Problems” on page 2-11 Manufacturing Part Number: E8356-90001 Printed in USA Print Date: April, 15, 2008 Supersedes: January 25, 2008 © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2002–2008...
  • Page 2 DFAR 252.227-7015 (b)(2) (November 1995), as applicable in any technical data. Certification Agilent Technologies, Inc. certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Agilent Technologies, Inc. further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology, to the extent allowed by the Institute's calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members.
  • Page 3 Assistance Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements are available for Agilent Technologies, Inc. products. For information about these agreements and for other assistance, contact Agilent. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 3-2. Technology Licenses The hardware and / or software described in this document are furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.
  • Page 4 Documentation Map The online Help files are embedded in the analyzer, offering quick reference to programming and user documentation. From the Help drop-down menu, you can access the Help system in six different languages. Also, you can view the Analyzer Product Overview multimedia presentation and access the analyzer’s Web page.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Operating Precautions Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage ........1-1 Preventing Test Port Connector Damage .
  • Page 6 Contents Warranty ..............4-8 Contents-vi E8356-90001...

  • Page 7: Operating Precautions

    Operating Precautions IMPORTANT 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. Static electricity can build up on your body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged.
  • Page 8 Operating Precautions Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage The following table lists Agilent part numbers for ESD protection devices. To order, refer “Contacting Agilent” on page 3-2. Figure 1-1 shows a typical ESD protection setup using a grounded mat and wrist strap. Description Agilent Part Number...

  • Page 9: Preventing Test Port Connector Damage

    Operating Precautions Preventing Test Port Connector Damage Preventing Test Port Connector Damage Visual Inspection and Gaging Connectors Do Not Inspect connectors with magnifying glass Use a connector with a bent or broken center conductor Look for metal debris, deep scratches or dents Use a connector with deformed threads Inspect and gage connectors Use a connector with a protruding center...

  • Page 10: Preventing Electrical Overstress Damage

    Operating Precautions Preventing Electrical Overstress Damage Preventing Electrical Overstress Damage Excessive RF power or voltage applied to the ports on the front panel will damage the analyzer. Each port has a label (see photo below) that shows damage levels – these levels must not be exceeded.

  • Page 11: Installing Your Analyzer

    2. Carefully inspect the analyzer to make sure that it was not damaged during shipment. If your analyzer was damaged during shipment, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 3-2 E8356-90001...
  • Page 12 3. Use the Contents List in the shipping container to verify the completeness of your shipment. Although this list is the most accurate, you can also use the following illustration to verify the items in your shipment. If your shipment is not complete, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 3-2...
  • Page 13 Installing Your Analyzer STEP 1. Check the Shipment NOTE A parallel port adapter, part number 1253-4226, was included with early versions of the PNA. This adapter is no longer necessary. 4. If you ordered any of the following options, check the parts. Option 1CM or 1CP (item numbers 1 or 2, below) are shipped in a separate container.

  • Page 14: Step 2. Meet Electrical And Environmental Requirements

    Installing Your Analyzer STEP 2. Meet Electrical and Environmental Requirements STEP 2. Meet Electrical and Environmental Requirements 1. Ensure the available AC power source 2. Ensure the operating environment meets meets the following requirements: the requirements found in “Environmental Information” on page 4-7.
  • Page 15 Installing Your Analyzer STEP 2. Meet Electrical and Environmental Requirements CAUTION Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product. Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause product damage. E8356-90001...

  • Page 16: Step 3. Install The Analyzer On A Bench Top Or In An Equipment Rack

    Installing Your Analyzer STEP 3. Install the Analyzer on a Bench Top or in an Equipment Rack STEP 3. Install the Analyzer on a Bench Top or in an Equipment Rack IMPORTANT Please review all safety information located in Chapter 4 , “Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information”...

  • Page 17: Step 4. Connect The Accessories

    Installing Your Analyzer STEP 4. Connect the Accessories STEP 4. Connect the Accessories You can connect several USB accessories to the PNA. Some PNA models have a four-port USB hub mounted internally and accessible through the rear panel. You can also use an optional USB Hub (model N4689) to increase the available USB ports on the PNA.

  • Page 18: Step 5. Start Up The Analyzer

    Installing Your Analyzer STEP 5. Start Up the Analyzer STEP 5. Start Up the Analyzer CAUTION 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 19: Step 6. Perform Administrative Tasks

    Installing Your Analyzer STEP 6. Perform Administrative Tasks NOTE This product contains the Windows XP operating system. The Network Analyzer application is supported and qualified only with Windows XP. The Windows Vista Certificate of Authenticy is valid and applies to the Windows XP installation.

  • Page 20: Step 8. Turn Off The Analyzer

    Installing Your Analyzer STEP 8. Turn Off the Analyzer STEP 8. Turn Off the Analyzer The PNA can be turned off with or without the use of a mouse. Without a Mouse - BRIEFLY Press the green front panel On/Off switch. With a Mouse - Minimize the PNA application, then click Start, Shutdown.

  • Page 21: Preventing Pna Hard Drive Problems

    Installing Your Analyzer Preventing PNA Hard Drive Problems Preventing PNA Hard Drive Problems The leading cause of PNA failures is problems with the PNA Hard Disk Drive (HDD). These problems are usually preventable, and in many cases, recoverable. The following could save you weeks of downtime and the cost of replacing your PNA HDD Observe Proper Shutdown Procedures See previous pages.
  • Page 22 Installing Your Analyzer Preventing PNA Hard Drive Problems This page has been intentionally left blank. 2-12 E8356-90001...

  • Page 23: Getting Help With Your Analyzer

    Quick Start PNA on the Internet The PNA Series Network Analyzer System Web page is another resource for help with the analyzer. This Web page has links to information about equipment and literature related to PNA series network analyzers. You can visit the Agilent Technologies web site where you can find product information, service notes, training information, application notes, online manuals, and other information.

  • Page 24: Contacting Agilent

    Getting Help with Your Analyzer Contacting Agilent Contacting 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. NOTE In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Agilent product by its model number and full serial number.

  • Page 25: Safety, Regulatory, And Environmental Information

    Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally. Shipment for Service Contact Agilent Technologies for instructions on where to ship the analyzer for service. “Contacting Agilent” on page 3-2 Refer to Ship the analyzer using the original packaging materials.

  • Page 26: General Safety Considerations

    Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information General Safety Considerations General Safety Considerations Safety Earth Ground The Mains wiring and connectors shall be compatible with the CAUTION connector used in the premise electrical system. Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using the correct components may cause product damage and serious injury.

  • Page 27: Servicing

    Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information General Safety Considerations Servicing WARNING 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 WARNING with the same or equivalent type recommended.

  • Page 28: Regulatory Information

    Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section contains information that is required by various government 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 29: Instrument Markings

    Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Regulatory Information Instrument Markings The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the documentation. The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community. (If accompanied by a year, it is when the design was proven.) The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association.

  • Page 30: Declaration Of Conformity

    Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity A declaration of conformity is on file for the PNA models, and a copy is available upon request. See “Contacting Agilent” on page 3-2. Compliance with German Noise Requirements This is to declare that this instrument is in conformance with the German Regulation on Noise Declaration for Machines (Laermangabe nach der Maschinenlaermrerordung −3.GSGV Deutschland).

  • Page 31: Environmental Information

    Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Information Environmental Information Environmental Information NOTE Samples of this product have been type-tested in accordance with the Agilent Environmental Test Manual and verified to be robust against the environmental stresses of storage, transportation and end-use; those stresses include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, altitude and power-line conditions.
  • Page 32 The actual warranty on your instrument depends on the date it was ordered as well as whether or not any warranty options were purchased at that time. To determine the exact warranty on your instrument, contact Agilent Technologies with the model and serial number of your instrument.

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