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(made before 2017) have the LO multiplier number 5 indicated on the module's rear label and are not compatible with new modules for system configuration. Please note that "A" models are not compatible with "B" models. Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User’s Guide...
Introduction The Keysight Technologies N5256A/B, N5257A/B and N5258A/B are Millimeter-wave Modules that are manufactured for Keysight by Oleson Microwave Labs (OML) as a customer ordering convenience. This document provides information for the models and options available for each product. Refer to documentation supplied with this product or go to the OML website at: http://www.omlinc.com.
30. Keep the damaged shipping materials (if any) for inspection by the carrier and an Keysight Technologies representative. The Keysight part number and serial number is on the bottom of the module, refer to the model and serial number when requesting service or information.
N5256/7/8A/B N5256/7/8A/B Model Features Ordering Configurations Table 4 N5256A Waveguide Model and Options Waveguide Frequency Range Waveguide Modules Band N5256AW02 325 to 500 GHz WR-2.2 N5256AW03 220 to 325 GHz WR-03 N5256AW05 140 to 220 GHz WR-05 N5256AW06 110 to 170 GHz...
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(Adjustable RF Attenuator), Option 002 (15 dB Gain, RF and LO Internal Amplifiers), Option 003 (Option 001 and Option 002), or Option 004 (IF amp bypass jumpers). 2. These models are non-RoHS compliant models. Refer to the B model for RoHS compliant versions. Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
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WR-12, Dual receiver module (LO x6), cables not included N5258BD15 50 to 75 GHz WR-15, Dual receiver module (LO x6), cables not included 1. Waveguide models maybe ordered with Option 001 (15 dB Gain LO Internal Amplifier). Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
Table 10 Table 11 for your specific module). • Model N5256A/B includes a Waveguide Section. • Model N5257A (W02, W03) and N5258A (W02, W03) includes a Waveguide Section. • Model N5257A (W05, W06, W08) and N5258A (W05, W06, W08) includes a Waveguide 10 dB Attenuator.
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N5256/7/8A/B N5256/7/8A/B Model Features Table 10 N5256A/B Waveguide Models Keysight Keysight Vendor Module Model Number Part Number Part Number (Note: "A" models are not compatible with "B" models) N5256A/B Standard N5256AW02-STD N5260-80039 V02VNA2-T/R N5256AW03-STD N5260-80017 V03VNA2-T/R N5256AW05-STD N5260-80019 V05VNA2-T/R N5256AW06-STD...
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N5256/7/8A/B N5256/7/8A/B Model Features Table 10 N5256A/B Waveguide Models (Continued) Keysight Keysight Vendor Module Model Number Part Number Part Number (Note: "A" models are not compatible with "B" models) N5256A/B Option 002 N5256AW02-002 N5260-80061 V02VNA2-T/R-RLA N5256AW03-002 N5260-80142 V03VNA2-T/R-RLA N5256AW05-002 N5260-80143...
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N5256/7/8A/B N5256/7/8A/B Model Features Table 10 N5256A/B Waveguide Models (Continued) Keysight Keysight Vendor Module Model Number Part Number Part Number N5256A Option IMD N5256AW10-IMD N5260-80230 V10VNA2-T/R-IMD N5256AW12-IMD N5260-80225 V12VNA2-T/R-IMD N5256AW15-IMD N5260-80231 V15VNA2-T/R-IMD 1. Waveguide models with Option 001 (Adjustable RF Attenuator).
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Part Number Part Number N5258A Standard (Note: "A" models are not compatible with "B" models) N5258AD03 V03VNA2-T2 N5258AD05 V05VNA2-T2 N5258AD06 N5260-80043 V06VNA2-T2 N5258AD08 V08VNA2-T2 N5258AD10 N5260-80021 V10VNA2-T2 N5258AD12 N5260-80034 V12VNA2-T2 N5258AD15 N5260-80026 V15VNA2-T2 N5258BD12 V12VNA2R-T2 N5258BD15 V15VNA2R-T2 Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
N5256/7/8A/B Front and Rear Panel Features Front and Rear Panel Features Figure 2 Rear Panel Power Supply Connector Pin 1 (+12V) Pin 6 (gnd) Pin 4 (gnd) Pin 3 (+12V) Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
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N5256/7/8A/B Front and Rear Panel Features Figure 3 N5256A/B or N5257A/B Front Panel Figure 4 N5256A/B Rear Panel Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
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N5256/7/8A/B Front and Rear Panel Features N5256A/B Option 001, 003 or 004 Figure 5 pt. 004 IF Jumper Ports Opt. 001 or 003 Adjustable Attenuator Figure 6 N5257A/B Single Receiver Rear Panel Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
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N5256/7/8A/B Front and Rear Panel Features N5258A/B Dual Receiver Front Panel Figure 7 N5258A/B Dual Receiver Rear Panel Figure 8 Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
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10 dB for WR-05, WR-06 & WR-08 20 dB for WR-10, WR-12, WR-15 & WR-22 Precision Attenuator Test IF 1 IF Amplifier and/or LTF < 300 MHz Test IF 2 IF Amplifier and/or LTF < 300 MHz Test Port 2 Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
Weight of VNA2-T/R Series Module: ≦ 6.0 lbs. Figure 13 VNA2-T/R Series Modules 13.0 DC Power RF Input LO Input Test Port Test IF Ref IF 4 Feet, ½” diameter, 3” adj foot (13 thd/in) 11.4 Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
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N5256/7/8A/B Drawings and Dimensions Weight of VNA2-T Series Module: ≦ 3.0 lbs. Figure 14 VNA2-T Series Modules Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
Declaration of Conformity A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available upon request, or a copy is available on the Keysight Technologies web site at http://regulations.about.keysight.com/DoC/search.htm Statement of Compliance This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition.
800 watts, then forced convection must be used. This instrument has auto-ranging line voltage input, be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range and voltage fluctuations do not to exceed 10 percent of the nominal supply voltage. Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
The power cord is connected to internal capacitors that may remain live for 5 seconds after disconnecting the plug from its power supply. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Keysight Technologies N5256/7/8A/B from mains electrical supply before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts.
2. While wearing a grounded wrist strap, grasp the outer shell of the cable connector. 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the test port and remove the short from the cable. Figure 15 ESD Protection Setup Keysight N5256/7/8A/B User's Guide...
Note: Some options of this product may not conform to the EU Directive. In this case, the CE mark may be removed. The Keysight email address is required by EU directives applicable to our product. ccr.keysight@keysight.com The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the CSA International.
Complies with the following standard (dates and editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity): IEC/EN 61010-1 Declaration of Conformity: To find a current Declaration of Conformity for a specific Keysight product, go to: http://www.keysight.com/go/conformity Acoustic Statement (European Machinery Directive): •...
Keysight for repair. If you wish to send your instrument to Keysight Technologies for service or repair: • To improve turn-around time, return your test set along with your analyzer and cables to Keysight so that we may verify the operation of the complete system.
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