Leveled Output Power; N5171B/81B Test Procedure - Keysight Technologies X Series Service Manual

Functional Tests

Leveled Output Power

Leveled Output Power
This test verifies that the CW output power from the signal generator is within
defined limits. The following table lists the preferred equipment for this test.
Test Equipment
Power Meter
Power Sensor,
Input: Type-N (m)
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If this test fails, refer to
Check" on page 439

N5171B/81B Test Procedure

Test Setup 1. Connect the equipment as shown:
2. Zero and calibrate the power sensor.
USB U2000A Series Power Sensors do not require the sensor to be zeroed
or calibrated.
3. Connect the power sensor to the RF output of the signal generator. Once
4. Preset the signal generator: Press Preset
5. Turn the internal power meter channel on: Press Aux Fctn > Power Meter
6. Turn RF on: Press RF On/Off so that the RF On/Off LED lights.
Keysight CXG, EXG, and MXG X-Series Signal Generators Service Guide
N5171B/81B Test Procedure
N5171B/81B Alternative Test Procedure
N5166B, N5172B, and N5182B Test Procedure
N5166B, N5172B, and N5182B Alternative Test Procedure
17-438
"Troubleshooting Problems with the Output Power
for further instructions.
the LED on the power sensor turns off, the sensor is ready to measure.
Measurements > Channel A On (or Channel B On).
Recommended Model
Keysight E4418B or E4419A/B E-Series or equivalent
Keysight E9304A
on page 17-432
on page 17-433
on page 17-435
on page
432