Insertion Loss Test Without An 8751A; Test Equipment; Procedure; Insertion Loss Test Without An 8751A Setup - Agilent Technologies 87512A Operation And Service Manual

INSERTION LOSS TEST WITHOUT AN 8751A

This test checks the 87512A/B insertion loss between the RF INPUT and the TEST PORT
using Signal Generator and Power Meter.

Test Equipment

Signal Generator
Power Meter
Power Sensor
50 Termination
N(m)-N(m) Cable
Minimum Loss Pad, 50 - 75
(87512B only)

Procedure

1. Set the signal generator output for a frequency of 500 MHz and an output level of 0 dBm.
2. Calibrate the power meter and sensor with the power reference on the power sensor.
3. Connect the power sensor to the signal generator output.
4. Record the power meter reading as A.
5. Connect the test equipment as shown in Figure 4-2.
6. Record the power meter reading as B.
7. Subtract A from B.
8663A
436A
8482A
909C Opt. 013, 2 ea.
PN 8120-4666 (Furnished with the 87512A/B)
11852B (Furnished with the 87512B)
Figure 4-2. Insertion Loss Test Without an 8751A Setup
Operational Verification 4-5