Using The - HP 8712C User Manual

This procedure shows you how to configure the network analyzer for
measurements.
1. Press (j-1. Presetting the instruments puts it into a known state with
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Press (jBEGlNJ and then use a softkey to select the type of device that you
will be measuring (amplifier, hlter, broadband passive device, mixer, or
cable).
3.
Connect your test device to the network analyzer.
Use the softkeys to select the type of measurement you want to make:
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Press T~xn~r&%sn if you want to measure the transmission
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characteristics of an amplifier, filter, or broadband passive device.
Press Rsflectian if you want to measure the reflection characteristics
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of your device.
Press PQWW if you want to measure the RF power of a device. (The
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Press Canvsrsian Lass if you want to measure the conversion loss of
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a device. (The Conversion Loss selection is under the Mfi& menu.)
Press I$M Delay (Option 1DA or 1DB only) if you want to measure the
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delay of a device. (The AM Delay selection is under the Mix~ menu.)
Press SRf, (Option 100 only) if you want to measure the structural
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return loss of a cable. (The SRL selection is under the Cablo menu.)
Press Fault Location (Option 100 only) if you want to measure the
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cable fault location. (The Fault Location selection is under the CabXs
menu. )
Making Measurements
Using the BEGIN Key to Make Measurements
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