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Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual Agilent Technologies...
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WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as a "Monitoring and Control Instrumentation" product. Do not dispose in domestic household waste. To return unwanted products, contact your local Agilent office, or see www.agilent.com for more information. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Drive Power Supply Specifications Physical Specification Specifications Mechanical Characteristic Pin Depth Environmental Specifications Compliance Notices and Regulatory Information Compliance With Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Declaration of Conformity Operating Guides Operating Instruction Service Instructions Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual Introduction Product Overview “Key Features of Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator” on page 10 “Compatible Agilent Network Analyzer” on page 10 “Options” on page 11 “Service and Recertification” on page 11 This chapter provides an overview specifications of Agilent...
Introduction Product Overview The U9391C/F comb generator was designed as a phase reference standard for the Agilent PNA- X nonlinear vector network analyzer (NVNA). It was developed to provide precision phase calibration, traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
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Introduction Figure 1-2 U9391F Comb Generator The U9391C/F comb generator offers the advantage of wide bandwidth 10MHz to 26.5GHz/50GHz output and small minimum tone spacing (10MHz). When driven by low phase noise sources, this comb generator will operate at frequencies lower than 10MHz, but performance is not guaranteed.
Calibration data stored inside the U9391C/F can be accessed directly by the PNA- X via the USB interface to be used in phase calibration. Key Features of Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator •...
Recertification of Comb Generator Modules The suggested interval for recertification is 12 months. After reviewing the result of the initial recertification, you may establish a shorter interval that reflects greater use and wear of the module. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Introduction Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
Agilent U9391C/F Operating and Service Manual Installation Initial Inspection Operating and Safety Precautions Comb Generator and Agilent PNA-X Configurations This chapter provides you important information on how to check your instrument and preparation for operation. Agilent Technologies...
Mark the container FRAGILE to insure careful handling. In any correspondence, refer to the instrument by model number and serial number. Kit Contents The following table lists the item in U9391C/F kit. Table 2-1 U9391C/F Kit Contents QUANTITY DESCRIPTION...
Observe the following guidelines before connecting or operating the Comb Generator modules. ESD Damage Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is important while handling and operating the Agilent U9391C/F module. Static electricity can build up on your body and can easily damage sensitive components when discharged.
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The Agilent Comb Generator modules can be damaged if apply C A U T I O N excessive torque to the connectors. The recommended torque value is 8lb-in torque. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
Installation Comb Generator and Agilent PNA-X Configurations Two units of U9391C/F are required to carry out non- linear measurements. One unit is used as the phase reference module and the second unit as the phase calibration module. The U9391C/F units need to be powered by separate power supplies.
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For more detailed information, please refer to the Help file that is embedded in the NVNA application. When connecting the U9391C/F directly to the instrument test ports, C A U T I O N the modules will require mechanical support so as not to overstress the test port connectors.
“Physical Specification” on page 20 “Specifications” on page 21 Mechanical Characteristic “Typical Pin Depth Values” on page 24 “Mechanical Dimension of the Modules” on page 25 Environmental Specifications This chapter provides an overview specifications of Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Agilent Technologies...
E3612A and E3614A). Current drawn will change when drive voltage changes Figure 3-1 DC bias cable Physical Specification Net weight 0.370kg Shipping weight 3.155kg Shipping dimension Length 52.5cm Width 34.0cm Height 19.5cm Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
‡ The specifications refers to the raw performance data. For NVNA application, the phase performance are corrected with the calibration data. Not at spurious frequency. Spurious frequency at n*250MHz and also at input drive frequency. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
It reads as a positive value on the connector gage. Recession occurs when the center conductor is set back from the outer conductor mating plane. It reads as a negative value on the gage. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Specification The pin depth for a 3.5mm connector is shown in Figure 3- The typical pin depths for U9391C/F connectors are listed in“Typical Pin Depth Values” on page 24. Figure 3-2 Pin depth for a 3.5mm/2.4mm connectors Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
The electrical specifications for each module takes into account the effect of pin depth on the device’s performance. The following tables list the typical pin depths for the devices. Table 3-3 U9391C/F Comb Generator Pin Depth Characteristic Port Typical Pin Depth in Micrometers...
Specification Mechanical Dimension of the Modules Figure 3-3 Mechanical Dimension of U9391C Comb Generator Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Specification Mechanical Dimension of the Modules Figure 3-4 Mechanical Dimension of U9391F Comb Generator Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
Specification Environmental Specifications Agilent U9391C/F are designed to fully comply with Agilent Technologies’s product operating environment specifications. The following are the summarized environmental specifications for these product. Table 3-4 U9391C/F Environmental Specifications Temperature • Operating 0°C to +55°C • Storage -40°C to +70°C...
The C-Tick mark is a registered trademark of the Spectrum Management Agency of Australia. This signifies compliance N10149 with the Australian EMC Framework Regulations under the terms of the Radio communications Act of 1992. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
Specification Declaration of Conformity A copy of the Manufacturer’s Declaration of Comformity for this instrument can be obtained by contacting your local Agilent Technologies sales representative. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Agilent U9391C/F Operating and Service Manual Operating Guides Operating Instruction “Operator’s Check” on page 32 Service Instructions This chapter provides you a simple quick- check instruction to verify Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generators’ functionality prior to usage. Agilent Technologies...
E3631A DC Power Supply • Voltage: +15Vdc ‡ • Current: 2 x 0.3A * N5242A, N5244A & N5245A † 26.5GHz for U9391C and 50GHz for U9391F ‡ To power up 2 units of U9391C/F Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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3 Turn ON the biasing of the comb generator by connecting to power supply, +15V, 0.3A. 4 Get the measurement for Input Return Loss (S11) and Output Return Loss (S22). 5 Compare measurement results with specification in Table 3- 2 on page 21. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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11636B Power Divider • N/A * N5242A, N5244A & N5245A † 2650 for U9391C and 5000 for U9391F ‡ To power up 2 units of U9391C/F Figure 4-2 Quick-check Configuration for NVNA Test Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Start and Stop frequency : 10MHz b Frequency points : 1 c Maximum Harmonics : 2650/5000 d IFBW : 10Hz Figure 4-3 NVNA main menu * 2650 for U9391C and 5000 for U9391F Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Amplitude Calibration using power sensor, before doing the Phase Calibration. 11 To perform Phase Calibration, select the phase reference unit that is identified to use for calibration. Then click Next button. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Format : select Log Mag (to measure comb amplitude) or Phase (to measure comb phase) b Domain : select Frequency c Measure : select Single or Continuous Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
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Figure 4-6 NVNA main menu 14 Compare measurement results with specification in Table 3- 2 on page 21. 15 Phase measurement will fluctuate between +180 to - 180 degrees due to phase wrapping. Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...
Maintenance The connectors, particularly the connector faces, must be kept clean. For instruction on connecting and care of your connectors, refer to the Microwave Connector Care Quick Reference Card (08510- 90360). Agilent U9391C/F Comb Generator Operating and Service Manual...