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Leveling Head I/O Connectors
The Head RF Output and Head Control output of the Instrument is a proprietary
interface to a 96040A-50, 96040A-75 Leveling Head, or either Head via a
9600FLT Phase Noise Filter (optional). The interface consists of two connectors:
an SMA RF signal output connector, and beneath, a multi-way locking connector
for sensing and control of the Leveling Head.
The Product front-panel connector interface is suited only for
use with Fluke 96040A-xx Leveling Heads or the 9600FLT Phase
Noise Filter. To prevent damage to the Product, no other
connection is permitted.
The function of a Leveling Head is to deliver the Instrument output to the input of
another instrument (UUT) while maintaining the integrity of the signal. Using a
Leveling Head with the Instrument is the equivalent of connecting the UUT
directly to the Instrument output without using cables. The Leveling Head not
only maintains the overall quality of the signal, it also maintains an accurate level
for the signal over the frequency and amplitude range of the Instrument available
from the Leveling Head output.
Microwave Output Connector (96270A)
The Microwave Output is a 50 Ω, 2.92 mm female connector. This connector is
compatible with PC3.5 connectors. When in Microwave Output mode, its function
is to deliver signals over the entire frequency range of the Instrument to a UUT
device that is connected directly at either the Instrument front panel or by a
cable, or to feed signals to the input of a power splitter and power sensor
combination when operating in the Sensor/Splitter output mode. The level range
of signals available at the Microwave Output depends on whether the Extended
Low-Level Microwave Output option is fitted.
Output Connector Status Indicators (96270A)
The output connector Status indicators illuminate to show the currently-selected
output, (Leveling Head or Microwave Output) and signal output condition
(Standby or Operate). The indicator illuminates yellow when the output is
selected, but in the Standby condition with no output signal present. The indicator
illuminates green when the output is selected, and in the Operate condition with
output signal being generated.
Sensor Connectors (96270A)
The Sensor ODU-type connectors are the interface for optional compatible power
sensors. These connectors support integral dual power meter readout
functionality and also interface to the leveling power sensor used when operating
in sensor/splitter output mode. In sensor/splitter output mode, a connected
compatible power sensor is used to automatically level the signal output available
at the splitter output port to the required level set on the Instrument user
interface. Supported compatible power sensors are the Rohde and Schwarz
NRP-Z Series Thermal Power Sensors. See Table 3-1 for a list of compatible
power sensor models and details.
Caution
Local Operation
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