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Keysight Technologies N5252A User Manual

E-band vector network analyzer systems
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  • Page 1 Keysight Technologies N5252A and N5253E E-Band Vector Network Analyzer Systems User's Guide...
  • Page 2 COVERING THE MATERIAL IN THIS DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH government requirements THESE TERMS, THE WARRANTY beyond those set forth in the © Keysight Technologies, Inc. 2018, TERMS IN THE SEPARATE EULA shall apply, except to the 2019, 2020, 2021 AGREEMENT WILL CONTROL.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Dynamic Range Check for N5252A and N5253E ....... . .
  • Page 4 N5252A System Computer Setup Issues........

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction N5252-90002 User's Guide...
  • Page 6 Introduction Use this guide to configure and use your VNA as a millimeter-wave network analyzer system. • N5252A E-Band PXIe configuration, WR12 • N5253E1, E2, or E3 E-Band Streamline configuration, WR12 • For alternative configurations, refer to the Banded Millimeter Wave Network Analysis Technical Overview Refer to the following resources for your VNA solution.

  • Page 7: System Descriptions

    • Use as a standard VNA or mm-wave system. Available Configurations • Keysight N5252A - lowest cost E-Band solution with PXIe M9374A PXIe in an M9005A PXIe Chassis with an Integrated System Module. Requires tower computer with PCIe card slot for MDX interface, 2-port or 4-port configurations.

  • Page 8: Verifying Your Shipment Of N5252A And N5253E

    Verifying Your Shipment of N5252A and N5253E Refer to your box contents list supplied with your shipment. Table 1 N5252A-200 and N5252A-400 Bundle Quantity for -200 Quantity for -400 Description M9005A Option 002, PXIe 5-slot Chassis with opt. PCIe card and I/O cable for tower computer.
  • Page 9 Table 3 N5253E2 Bundle Quantity Description P5004A-200 Vector Network Analyzer, 9 kHz-20 GHz, 2-port P5008A-200 Vector Network Analyzer, 100 kHz-53 GHz, 2-port N5252AW12 Option 201 (N5252-80002) a pair of TxRx VNAX modules from VDI with 1.2m cable sets in one Pelican case. N5262AC12 Calibration Kit, 60-90 GHz.

  • Page 10: All Bundles Include

    110 GHz or higher (note that E-Band 60-90 GHz is too low for the N1913PM5B) The N5252A requires a tower computer (not provided) with an available PCIe slot, monitor, mouse, and keyboard. M9374A modules limit future extensions above WR6.5. Refer to the M9005A PXIe Chassis User Guide for computer requirements.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    VNA Technical Overview (page 30) Environmental Requirements • Refer to the M937xA M9005A User Guides for environmental requirements for the N5252A system. • Refer to the VNA Technical Overview (page 30) for environmental requirements for the N5253E system. Table 6 Application Support...
  • Page 12 Figure 1 N5252A 2-Port Configuration Figure 2 N5252A 4-Port Configuration N5252-90002 User's Guide...
  • Page 13 Figure 3 N5253E1 Configuration with P5024A Figure 4 N5253E2 Configuration with P5004A and P5008A N5252-90002 User's Guide...
  • Page 14 Figure 5 N5253E3 Configuration (with P5028A) Figure 6 N5262AC12 - WR12 (E-Band, 60-90 GHz) Calibration Kit from VDI Calibration Kit Contents - 2 Loads - 2 Shorts - 1 QW Shim - 1 USB Drive - 1 Section (2") - 2 Tools (Ball Drivers, Straight and 90°...
  • Page 15 Figure 7 N5252AW12 System in Transport Case VDI Frequency Extenders 1.2m Cable Sets (x2) Power Supplies (x2) USB Memory Drives (x2) N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 16: System Setup

    System Setup N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 17: System Setup For N5252A

    Two modules are installed for Option 200 (Figure 1) and four modules for Option 400 (Figure 2). N5252A includes a PCIe desktop adapter. Figure 8 M9005A PXIe Chassis with four M9374A Modules (Option 400) 1. Connect the supplied power cord to the M9005A chassis, but do not apply power until the system setup is complete.

  • Page 18: 2-Port Setup

    2-Port Setup Port 1 Configuration 1. Remove the 50 ohm load from LO Out on M9374A Module #1. 2. Install the three cables between M9374A Module #1 and VDI Extender #1. See Table 7 Figure 3. If not already installed, install a 50 Ω load to LO In on M9374A Module #1. See Figure 4.
  • Page 19 Port 2 Configuration 1. Install the two cables between M9374A Module #2 and VDI Extender #2. See Table 8 Figure 2. If not already installed, install two 50 Ω loads to LO In and LO Out on M9374A Module #2. If not already installed, install a reference jumper and a trigger jumper on Modules #1 and #2.

  • Page 20: 4-Port Setup

    4-Port Setup Port 3 Configuration - Option 400 Only 1. Install the two cables between M9374A Module #3 and VDI Extender #3. See Table 9 Figure 2. If not already installed, install two 50 Ω loads to LO In and LO Out on M9374A Module #3. If not already installed, install a reference jumper and a trigger jumper on Modules #2 and #3.
  • Page 21 Port 4 Configuration - Option 400 Only 1. Install the two cables between M9374A Module #4 and VDI Extender #4. See Table 10 Figure 2. If not already installed, install two 50 Ω loads to LO In and LO Out on M9374A Module #4. If not already installed, install a reference jumper and a trigger jumper on Modules #3 and #4.

  • Page 22: Computer Setup And Software Installation For N5252A

    Computer Setup and Software Installation for N5252A 1. Install the M9005A-002 PCIe desktop adapter into your tower PC expansion slot. For an example, consult the Keysight M9048A PCIe Desktop Adapter Installation Guide (which is a similar installation). 2. Connect the supplied interface cable (M9005-61301) to the cable port on the back of the M9005A chassis (MXI-Express x1), then connect the other end of the cable to the PCIe desktop adapter connection port on the back of the PC.

  • Page 23: System Setup For N5253E

    System Setup for N5253E This section will aid in connecting your system. For computer setup and software, see Computer Setup and Software Installation for N5253E on page 1. Connect the P500xA Series USB VNA to your computer with the supplied USB-C 3.0 cable.

  • Page 24: N5253E1 Configuration

    N5253E1 Configuration 1. Install the RF/LO and IF cables from Ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the P5024A to VDI Extenders #1 and #2. See Table 11 Figure 2. Install RF/LO cable from LO Out of P5024A (remove 50 Ohm load and set aside for now) and connect to LO/I of VDI Extender #2.

  • Page 25: N5253E2 Configuration

    N5253E2 Configuration 1. Install the RF/LO and IF cables from Ports 1 and 2 of the P5004A and P5008A to VDI Extenders #1 and #2. Install RF/LO cable from LO Out of P5004A to LO-I of VDI Extender #2. See Table 12 Figure 16.

  • Page 26: N5253E3 Configuration

    N5253E3 Configuration 1. Install 11904C adapters on Ports 1 through 4 of the P5028A, then install RF/LO and IF cables from Ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the P5028A to VDI Extenders #1 and #2. See Table 13 Figure 2.

  • Page 27: Computer Setup And Software Installation For N5253E

    Computer Setup and Software Installation for N5253E There are two software items that need to be installed onto your computer: • Keysight IO Libraries Suite • Vector Network Analyzer software (Rev. A.15.20.05 or greater) Refer to the P5000A Series USB-Vector Network Analyzer Quick Start Guide (9018-04801).

  • Page 28: Configuring Your System For N5252A, N5253E, And Alternative Systems

    Configuring Your System for N5252A, N5253E, and Alternative Systems For N5252A Turn on the M9005A chassis, which should turn on your computer. Run the Network Analyzer Application, which will start with the selection of the VNA. In the window, select...
  • Page 29 In the Network Analyzer (VNA) application, select Setup > External Hardware > Millimeter Config > New > then enter the name (N5252A or N5253E) as desired. See Table 14 Figure 20 below for the settings that should be used. Table 14...

  • Page 30: Installation Calibration

    Installation Calibration An Installation Calibration is required. The Installation Calibration can be turned off if needed. Perform a receiver check before attempting the Installation Calibration (see page 32). Important Notes: • Improves power level control and performance. • The Installation Calibration should be done each time a change is made to the physical configuration, e.g., a cable change, a change in a millimeter extender, or a change in a VNA module.
  • Page 31 Figure 22 Installation Calibration Steps N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 32: System Check For N5252A And N5253E

    System Check for N5252A and N5253E The following system checks will confirm the system is connected and operating correctly: Receiver Check, Dynamic Range Check, and Stability Check. Note that all system checks have a 2 dB default power setting. Refer to the Help menu for assistance.
  • Page 33 Figure 23 2-Port Receiver Check Figure 24 4-Port Receiver Check N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 34: Dynamic Range Check For N5252A And N5253E

    Dynamic Range Check for N5252A and N5253E 2-Port System 1. Connect the millimeter wave extender waveguide Ports 1 and 2 together with supplied captive screws and 5/64 ball driver from the cal kit.. 2. Select Preset. 3. Set the power level to +20 dBm 4.
  • Page 35 4-Port System 1. Connect the VNA extender waveguide Ports 1 and 2 together and Ports 3 and 4 together. 2. Select Preset. 3. Set the power level to +20 dBm 4. Ensure that the following four traces are each setup in a display window (turn on "Statistics"...

  • Page 36: Stability Check For N5252A And N5253E

    Stability Check for N5252A and N5253E 1. Attach a flush short to the port of the mm-wave extender to be tested. (Note that two ports can be tested at a time with the cal kit). 2. Select Preset. 3. Set IF Bandwidth to 100 Hz.
  • Page 37 8. For a 4-Port configuration (N5252A-400) stability and noise check, attach flush shorts to mm-wave extenders Port 3 and Port 4. 9. Set IF BW to 100 Hz. Setup traces in separate windows: S33 scale format log mag, scale 0.1 dB S33 scale format phase, scale 1 degree S44 scale format log mag, scale 0.1 dB...

  • Page 38: System Calibration

    System Calibration Not performing an installation calibration will result in a source power calibration failure. To improve the accuracy of your system, this section of the User's Guide will outline the process for performing a Smart Cal for a system calibration. Refer to the Help menu for details.
  • Page 39 Procedure: 1. Load the cal kit file into your computer. The cal kit file is located on the USB drive that came with the cal kit. Plug the USB drive into the USB port on your PC. 2. Select Cal > Cal Sets & Cal Kits > Cal Kit... 3.
  • Page 40 Port 1 systems will show Port 2 selections. Do not select Port 2 in a calibration if the system is configured for a 1 Port system. If the traces are selected for Port 2, measured values will be invalid (-200 dB). Only reflection measurements are valid for the 1 Port system.

  • Page 41: Receiver Power Check

    Receiver Power Check Power accuracy is dependent the accuracy of your power sensor. After calibration, the reference receivers will show power at the test ports. Power Level Control and Max Power Level Check 1. Set up two traces, making sure "Statistics" is turned on. a.
  • Page 42 2-Port Function Check - Power Figure 31 Figure 32 4-Port Function Check - Power N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 43: Alternative System Configurations

    Streamline VNA in the system to operate. N5252A/N5253Ex E-Band Bundle Alternative Configurations • The N5252A and N5253E2 allow a 1-port system to be configured. Two 1-port systems can be configured and operated separately. The VNA application will still show two ports, even when a second port is not configured.
  • Page 44 PXI-VNA System Configuration • Software license S95560B is required for M980xA to allow configuration for a mm- wave VNA (not required for M937x). • Software license S95551B is required for systems with multiple M980xA PXIe VNA modules. Similarly, Option 551 is required for systems with multiple M937x PXIe VNA modules.
  • Page 45 For M9374/5 and P9374/5A, see Table 7 Table 8 (pages 18 and 19) for a 2-port configuration as an N5252A. For P937x P-Series Streamline (2-port), Ref and Trigger jumpers are required as shown in Figure 33 above. Option 551 is required in one VNA, even for a 1-port system.
  • Page 46 Figure 35 Alternative System Configuration with P5028A and N5252APXI Figure 36 Alternative System Configuration with M9005A and N5252APXI 1. See Keysight N5252APXI 2-Port VNA to VNAX Adapter Module Product Note (N5252-90004) for more information. N5252-90002 User's Guide...
  • Page 47 Figure 37 Alternative 4-Port System Configuration with P5024A and P5028A Figure 38 Closeup of Cable Connections of P5024A and P5028A for 4-Port Configuration The configurations shown in Figures 34 through 37 require a personal computer with USB for operation. N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting, Maintenance, And Support

    Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and Support N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Your System

    Services. See "Contacting Keysight" on page N5252A System Computer Setup Issues Computer Not Recognizing the M9005A Chassis 1. Ensure the M9005A-002 PXIe card is fully seated and recognized by your computer. 2. Ensure the cable between the M9005A and the PXIe card is fully connected.

  • Page 50: Procedure To Measure Vna Output On Cables (Rf/Ref Or Lo)

    Procedure to Measure VNA Output on Cables (RF/Ref or LO) 1. Setup sweep type CW 2. Select frequency 75 GHz (center of WR12 band) or center of band if using an alternative configuration. 3. Points = 1 4. Set power to +20 dBm 5.

  • Page 51: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Table 18 Replacement Parts for the N5252A Keysight Part Number Description N5260-80163 N5262AC12 Calibration Kit N5252-80002 N5252AW12 Frequency Extenders 1810-0118 SMA 50 Ohm Load (Male) M9005-61301 PCIe Cable 3m M9005-66002 PCI Express Host Card (1 Port PCIe) M9370-20018...

  • Page 52: Block Diagram For N5252Awxx Vnax-P Extenders

    Block Diagram for N5252AWxx VNAX-P Extenders The N5252AWxx extenders have built-in diplex and LO amplifiers to connect to Port 1 and Port 2 of a VNA. For alternative configurations using N5252APXI and standard VNAX extenders, refer to the Keysight N5252APXI 2-Port VNA to VNAX Adapter Module Product Note (N5252-90004).

  • Page 53: Maintenance

    The E-Band system is calibrated by the customer using the N5262AC12 Calibration Kit that comes with the system. A functional certificate is provided with N5252A only. N5253E is not configured at the factory and does not have a functional certificate.

  • Page 54: Principles Of Connector Care

    Prior to making connections to your analyzer, carefully review the information about how to properly inspect, clean, and gauge connectors. Refer to the calibration kit documentation for detailed connector care information. For additional connector care instruction, contact Keysight Technologies. Refer to “Contacting Keysight” on page...

  • Page 55: Safety And Regulatory Information

    Safety and Regulatory Information N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 56: General Safety Considerations

    General Safety Considerations Safety Earth Ground This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor, inside or outside of the instrument, will make the instrument dangerous.
  • Page 57 The opening of covers or removal of parts may expose dangerous voltages. Disconnect the instrument from all voltage sources while it is opened. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 58: Electrostatic Discharge

    Electrostatic Discharge Protection Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while removing assemblies from or connecting cables to the system components. Static electricity can build up on your body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged. Static discharges too small to be felt can cause permanent damage.

  • Page 59: Instrument Markings

    Instrument Markings Listed below are definitions of markings that may be found on or with the product. The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the documentation. The AC symbol indicates the required nature of the line module input power.

  • Page 60: Regulatory Information

    — LpA <70 dB — Operator position — Normal operation mode per ISO 7779 Declaration of Conformity A declaration of conformity is available upon request, or a copy is available on the Keysight Technologies web site at https://regulations.about.keysight.com/DoC/ N5252-90002 User's Guide...

  • Page 61: Keysight Support, Services, And Assistance

    Keysight Support, Services, and Assistance Service and Support Options The N5252A, N5253E1, N5253E2, and N5253E3 systems have a one-year return-to- Keysight warranty. Three-year and five-year warranties are available. Contact Keysight for service (see "Contacting Keysight" below). The VDI extenders are to be returned in the Pelican case.
  • Page 62 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 Print Date: September 2021 Supersedes: March 2021 www.keysight.com...

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