Agilent Technologies E4407B Installation Note
Spectrum analyzer external mixing option ayz retrofit kit
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- Page 1 Installation Note Agilent Technologies E4407B Spectrum Analyzer External Mixing (Option AYZ) Retrofit Kit Part Number E4407-90043 Supersedes: E4407-90034 Printed in USA July 2005...
- Page 2 The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Agilent Technologies makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
- Page 3 Serial Numbers: ......Any To Be Performed By: ......(X) Agilent Technologies Service Center...
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Page 4: Tools Required
Installation Kit Parts Lists Item Description Item Number Adapter, SMA (f) to SMA (f) (Qty 2) 1250-1666 Cable Assembly, LOIS to Front Panel LO OUT E4404-20006 Cable Assembly, LOIS to Front Panel IF INPUT E4407-60008 O-Ring, 0.237 in. diameter (Qty 2) 0905-0790 Washer, Flat 0.255 in. - Page 5 Procedure Verify A8A1 3 GHz RF Assembly Part Number 1. Turn on the analyzer and wait for the initial adjustments to complete. 2. Press . This displays the Show Hardware screen, which lists the part number and System More Show Hdwr serial number of most of the installed board assemblies.
- Page 6 Dress Cover Removal 1. Referring to Figure 1, disconnect the analyzer from ac power (1). 2. Remove any adapters or cables (2) connected to the front frame. 3. Carefully place the analyzer on the work surface with the front frame (3) facing down. 4.
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Page 7: Chassis Cover Removal
Chassis Cover Removal 1. Lay the analyzer flat as shown in Figure 2. Remove the screws (3) attaching the chassis cover to the chassis. Note that the number of screws attaching the chassis cover may vary with option mixes. 3. Remove the chassis cover (1) from the chassis. Figure 2 Chassis Cover Removal Installation Note E4407-90043... -
Page 8: A1 Front Frame Assembly
A1 Front Frame Assembly CAUTION Use ESD precautions when performing this replacement procedure. Extension The A1 front frame assembly can be extended from the instrument without detaching any connections. 1. Refer to Figure 3. Remove the two screws (1), on the bottom side of the instrument, that secure the front frame to the RF assembly. - Page 9 Removal To completely remove the A1 front frame assembly, complete the “Extension” procedure, then continue with the following steps: 1. Refer to Figure 4. Disconnect the ribbon cable (1) from the A1A1 front panel interface board. Analyzers with Option B7B will have a second ribbon cable connecting to A1A1. Disconnect the second ribbon cable if present.
- Page 10 Install A8A4 LOIS Assembly (provided in this kit) 1. Refer to Figure 5. Locate the A8A4 LO/IF Amplifier/Switch (LOIS) in the microcircuit area. Figure 5 Removing A8A4 LOIS Assembly 2. Disconnect any cables and loads (1) from the LOIS assembly. 3.
- Page 11 A1A1 Front Panel Interface Board Removal 1. Refer to Figure 6. Remove the disk drive door (1). 2. Remove the RPG knob (2). 3. Remove the volume knob (3). You may need to exert considerable force in order to remove the RPG knob. It may be necessary to pry it off using a screwdriver as shown in Figure Figure 6...
- Page 12 4. Refer to Figure 7. Disconnect the two 2-wire backlight cables (1) from the front panel interface inverter board. 5. Disconnect W3 ribbon cable (2) from the front panel interface board. Figure 7 Disconnecting the Front Frame Wiring Connections CAUTION The W3 display ribbon cable connector (2) is delicate.
- Page 13 6. Refer to Figure 8. Remove the four screws (10) that secure the A1A1 front panel interface board (11) to the front frame. 7. Remove the front panel interface board from the front frame assembly. Removal NOTE There is a water-seal gasket placed around the volume control shaft that will need to be repositioned during the replacement procedure.
- Page 14 Attach Connector Label and Connector Covers to Front Frame 1. Locate the appropriate connector label in the kit. The connector label has holes to accommodate the various front panel connectors and the volume control. The frequency range of the analyzer appears near the hole next to the INPUT connector.
- Page 15 Figure 10 Connector Label Installation 4. Peel off the old connector label loosening any residual adhesive with a sharp knife or razor blade as you go. 5. Before installing the new connector label, make sure the surface is free of any adhesive residue left from the old label.
- Page 16 Add Cables and Connectors for External Mixing Figure 11 Installing SMA to SMA Connectors 1. Locate the SMA to SMA connectors, flat washer, and o-rings in the kit. Each SMA to SMA connector includes a hex nut. Remove this nut from the connector. 2.
- Page 17 Connecting the Semi-Rigid Coax Cable Figure 12 1. Refer to Figure 12. Remove the 50 Ohm termination connected to A8A4J4 (1). The termination will later be connected to the 1st LO OUTPUT connector on the front panel. 2. Connect the semi-rigid coax cable, W38 (2) between A8A4J4 (1) and the remaining SMA to SMA connector (3) on the midsection.
- Page 18 Replace A1A1 Front Panel Interface Board 1. Refer to Figure 8. Place the front panel interface board (11) in the correct position in the front frame assembly. Make sure the water seal is in place around the volume control shaft. 2.
- Page 19 Replace Front Frame Assembly 1. Align the A1 front frame subpanel rails with the chassis as shown in Figure Figure 13 Front Frame Assembly Replacement 2. Refer to Figure 14. Connect the ribbon cable (1) to the front frame assembly. If Option B7B is installed, there will be two ribbon cables to connect.
- Page 20 Figure 14 Front Frame Ribbon Cable 3. Carefully slide the front frame toward the chassis, assuring the ribbon cable(s) are not pinched between assemblies, and the RF input connector lines up correctly with the opening in the front frame. 4. Refer to Figure 13.
- Page 21 Replace Chassis Cover Figure 15 Chassis Cover Replacement 1. Carefully position the chassis cover (1) on the instrument as shown in Figure then lower onto the instrument 2. Replace the screws (3) as indicated on the instructions on the chassis cover. Tighten the screws to 9 inch- pounds.
- Page 22 Replace Dress Cover 1. Refer to Figure 16. Carefully place the spectrum analyzer on the work surface with the front frame (3) facing down. 2. Replace the dress cover, matching the grill (8) on the bottom of the dress cover to the bottom of the analyzer.
- Page 23 Firmware Revision Verification 1. Turn on the analyzer and wait for the power-on alignments to complete. Check that there are no error messages displayed. 2. Press . Make a note of the firmware revision and see if Option B72, Expansion System More Show System...
- Page 24 Licensing Option Option instructions on using the alpha editor, refer to the Agilent Technologies ESA Spectrum Analyzers User’s Guide. 2. Use the alpha editor to enter the three-character designation for the option, in this case “AYZ”, that you want to activate.
- Page 25 Perform Adjustments and Performance Tests Adjustments Required The adjustments listed below are required following this upgrade installation. These adjustments can only be performed using the software outlined in the Introduction of this installation note. The adjustments must be performed in the order that they are listed below. They must also be done prior to running any performance verification testing.