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Agilent U3042AE08 Test Set User Guide http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html This document describes how to use the U3042AE08 Multiport Test Set with the Agilent N5230C 4-Port PNA-L Network Analyzer and the N5242A PNA-X for a 12-Port Network Analyzer solution. ManualLib.com collects and classifies the global product instrunction manuals to help users access anytime and anywhere, helping users make better use of products.
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• Characteristic Performance describes performance parameter that the product is expected to meet before it leaves the factory, but is not verified in the field and is not covered by the product warranty. A characteristic includes the same guard bands as a specification. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
How to Access Interface Control Mode........32 Contents-1 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Electrostatic Discharge Protection ..........67 Contents-2 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Shipping Your Product to Agilent for Service or Repair ......68 Contents-3 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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U3042AE08 User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
U3042AE08 Introduction Introduction This document describes how to use the U3042AE08 Multiport Test Set with the Agilent N5230C 4-Port PNA-L Network Analyzer and the N5242A PNA-X for a 12-Port Network Analyzer solution. Figure 1 N5230C 4-Port PNA-L with U3042AE08 Figure 2 N5242A 4-Port PNA-X with U3042AE08 User’s Guide U3042-90002...
The N5230C PNA-L and N5242A PNA-X Network Analyzer’s will be referred to through out this document as the PNA-L and the PNA-X. If the information pertains to both products they will be referred to as analyzer. The U3042AE08 will be referred to as the test set.
• U3021PL3 Option 430 provides the interface cable set and hardware to connect the test set to the PNA-L. • U3021PL3 Option 442 provides the interface cable set and hardware to connect the test set to the PNA-X. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
The mains plug shall be inserted only into a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor, inside or outside the instrument, is likely to make the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
CAUTION (+30 dBm). The power levels must be 3 dB below maximum level to ensure no damage. Table 4 Power Levels Maximum U3042AE08 Test Port RF Power Levels: PORT 5-12 +27 dBm 0 Vdc Maximum U3042AE08 Access Ports: SOURCE OUT...
• An illuminated LED indicates an active port in Source or Receiver mode. On the front panel “S” indicates Source test ports and “R” indicates Receiver test ports. Control Lines and Voltage Adjust For further information pertaining to control lines and voltage adjustments see “DUT Control Lines” on page User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
English 1/4-20 thread nut (2950-0004) and lock washer (2190-0067). Pass Through Interface Connection to another test set. Test Set Interface The test set Interface connector is used to send address and data to the test set from the analyzer. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
WARNING with same type and rating. The use of other fuses or material is prohibited. Figure 5 Line Fuse Verify that the premise electrical voltage supply is within the range specified CAUTION on the instrument. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
3. Install the two rear locking feet (5023-0132) onto the PNA-L, using the included screws (0515-1619), where the standoffs were removed. Refer to Figure Figure 7 Install Locking Feet Locking Feet Screws (0515-1619) (5023-0132) Included in package User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Figure 10. If the network analyzer's lower locking feet are not aligned with the screw holes in the test set's upper locking feet, loosen the screws securing the feet to the instrument slightly to align. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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There are two Lock-Feet kits available. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on NOTE page 68 for ordering information. • Analyzer − 5023-0132 (Kit includes locking feet and screws) • Test Set − 5063-9253 (Kit includes lock links, locking feet and screws) User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Z5623-20419 (long) SOURCE CPLR SOURCE CPLR SOURCE CPLR SOURCE CPLR SOURCE Test Set I/O Cable Z5623-20418 (short) U3042AE08 10 MHz to 20 GHz MULTIPORT TEST SET PORT 6 PORT 7 PORT 8 PORT 5 CPLR CPLR SOURCE CPLR SOURCE CPLR...
3. Install the two rear locking feet (5023-0132) onto the PNA-X, using the included screws (0515-1619), where the standoffs were removed. Refer to Figure Figure 13 Install Locking Feet on N5242A Locking Feet Screws (0515-1619) (5023-0132) Included in package User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Figure Figure 14 Install Locking Feet on U3042AE08 5. Place the network analyzer on top of the test set and ensure that the front frame of the network analyzer is positioned slightly forward of the locks that are attached to the test set.
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Assistance” on page 68 for ordering information. • Analyzer − 5023-0132 (Kit includes locking feet and screws) • Test Set − N5242-20138 is the right foot and the N5242-20139 is the left foot. • Screw − 0515-2317 User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Port 2 CPLR ARM Port 8 CPLR ARM U3042-20044 Port 2 CPLR THRU Port 8 CPLR THRU U3042-20043 Port 2 SOURCE OUT Port 8 SOURCE IN U3042-20042 Port 2 RCVR B IN Port 8 RCVR OUT User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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33 35 37 39 41 43 34 36 38 40 2. Connect the PNA-X test set I/O cable (8120-6818) to the test set Interface on the rear panel. Figure 18 N5242A Test Set I/O Cable Connection User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
The analyzer’s multiport mode selects the test set file that will enable the analyzer to control the test set. Multiport mode allows you to complete a N-Port calibration using the Cal Wizard application in the analyzer. Refer to the Help system for more information. Figure 19 N5242A Options User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Figure 20 Selecting Multiport Mode Select U3042AE08 (12-Port System) from the test set drop-down menu and select Restart as a Multiport PNA with this testset. Press OK. The analyzer will restart the network application with the test set interface features. See...
External Test Set Control Feature To verify that the network application has the test set interface features, select Trace/Chan > Channel > Hardware Setup > External Test Set > Other. The U3042AE08 will be displayed as External Test Set Control-U3042AE08. See...
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U3042AE08 Controlling the Test Set with N5230C or N5242A Figure 23 External Test Set U3042AE08 (Port 1 - 8) Select the Port Control down arrow for Ports 9 thru 12, as shown in Figure Figure 24 External Test Set U3042AE08 (Port 9 - 12) User’s Guide U3042-90002...
S-Parameter Tab: Multiple S-Parameters can be made from the New Measurement menu. In the drop-down menu select Trace > New Trace. The New Measurement window allows the selection of any of the 144 S-Parameter's. Refer to Figure 26 Figure Figure 26 New Trace Measure User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Controlling the Test Set with N5230C or N5242A Figure 27 12-Port New Trace Measure (S11 - S55) Use the scroll bar to select other s-parameter measurements Figure 28 12-Port New Trace Measure (S88 - S1212) User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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In the search menu type in “Multiport and Balanced.” Figure 29 Selecting Balanced Measurements Receiver Tab: The S-Parameter measurements can be ratioed with selectable Denominators for each port and receiver. Refer to the standard PNA-X documentation for more information. Figure 30 Receiver Measurements User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Only Stepped Sweep is available on all PNA models. 1. On the analyzer select STIMULAS > Sweep > Sweep Setup. 2. Select Stepped Sweep. 3. Set the Dwell Time to 5 μs > OK. Figure 31 ECal Characterization User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
PNA, PNA-L or PNA-X Option 551 firmware revisions and history. http:\\na.tm.agilent.compna\firmware\firmware.htm. 1. On the network analyzer select Response > Calibration Wizard. a. If using a mechanical cal kit, select SmartCal. b. If using an ECal module, select ECal. Figure 32 ECal Characterization User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Measure reflection and confirm the return loss is as expected. If the result is not as expected, repeat the calibration without the test set and ensure that the analyzer is in standard (non-multiport) mode. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
• Control data is sent in the following order and this order cannot be changed: 1. GPIB Interface 2. Material Handler Interface (not covered in this manual) 3. Test Set Interface (not covered in this manual) 4. Dwell Time (not covered in this manual) User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
InterfaceControl. The application is shown below. NOTE While using Interface Control, the PNA-X must be in GPIB System Controller mode. Once this is complete you must restart the analyzer application to go back to Talker/Listener. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Enter key inserts a new line into the field. The number of test set I/O entries that can be entered is limited by the available memory of the PNA-X. “Test Set I/O Interface Commands” on page 16.1 32.2 User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Interface control uses an *.xml file type. An example file is stored on the analyzer’s hard drive. You can recall it into the dialog, or you can open and edit it with a word processor, such as Word Pad. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
GPIB Command Processor Console in the Help menu. • GPIB Command Processor settings can not be saved or recalled. • Address and data can be written to the GPIB Command Processor and read from the GPIB Command Processor. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
This command reads the decimal equivalent of the binary data from the specified address. The example shown above illustrates address is 0 and the returned data is 8191. Refer to “Test Set I/O Interface Commands” on page User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
To select a Test Set DUT control line configuration, all 8 DUT control lines must be set. To do this you must add AD7 to AD0 binary number and convert this to a decimal equivalent. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Input a signal that is outputted when each line is low from the external dc power supply. Able to output 0 V as low from the each line by connecting to pin 15. ground terminal User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Connect each DUT control line to the external device under test. CAUTION You may only connect pin 12–13, and pin 14–15. Damage may result if any other path is short–circuited. Figure 37 Control Line Connector User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Turning Off the Test Set using an External Power Supply. 1. Turning Off the power supply. 2. Turning Off the test set. 3. Disconnect the DUT. Figure 38 U3042AE08 to the DUT and External DC Power Supply User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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0 to +5 V Negative Input –5 to 0 V Maximum Current 100 mA (in total of each line) < 10 Ω Impedance Range of Variable Voltage +2 to +5 V Figure 39 Block Diagram of DUT Control User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Source Port 5 = address 0, data 2 and Receiver Port 9 = address 0, data 128. The data values are added together, the entry will be 0.130. Refer to Figure 52, “U3042AE08 Standard Configuration,” for in-depth RF path information.
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Port 1 Port 3 (2) U3042AE08 RF Diagram Solid State Switches S101 S201 S100 S200 Address.Data Port 9 Source 16.128 10 Receiver RCVR SIGNAL SOURCE SIGNAL Port 9 Port 10 Port 5 Port 6 Receiver Port Source Port User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Only a functional certificate is provided for the U3042AE08. It is recommended that you return your instrument to Agilent Technologies for servicing or repair if the test set and analyzer performance exceed the operational verification limits.
If you suspect that your 12-Port configuration is not operating properly, ensure that all front RF jumper interconnect cables are correctly attached. Equipment Required The Agilent U3042AE08 requires that the user be familiar with the equipment and components listed in Table This section provides an equipment list and setup of the analyzer and test set.
If only four S-Parameters are listed, press Utility > System > Configure > Multiport Capability. On the Multiport Restart dialog, select Restart as multiport PNA with this test set. Select U3042AE08 (12-Port). 5. Press Preset. 6. Verify that the [Stop Frequency] is set to [20 GHz] or [26.5 GHz].
If you do not have a key board, select Save As User Calset > Edit Name and save as 999.x. X is the port number you are calibrating. See Figure 43. Use the numeric keypad on the analyzer’s front panel to enter “999.1.” User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Response > CAL > More > ECAL > ECAL Confidence Check. For further information refer to the Help menu. 7. Press Trace/Chan > Trace > Delete Trace. There should be no traces on the display. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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You may also create a table on the analyzer which enables you to enter the limit line stimulus and response values. Select Limit Test ON and Limit Line ON, and press Show Table. See Figure Figure 45 Setting the Test Limits User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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U3042AE08 Operational Check Figure 46 Option 001 or 002 Reflection Tracking Trace (Port 1-12) with N5230C Figure 47 Standard Reflection Tracking Trace (Port 1-12) with N5230C User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Option 001 or 002 Reflection Tracking Trace (Port 5-12) with N5242A NOTE Response from 10 MHz to 500 MHz is normal due to the PNA-X Couplers in comparison to the test set bridges. The bridges have more gain in the coupled User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Standard Reflection Tracking Trace (Port 5-12) with N5242A Response from 10 MHz to 500 MHz is normal due to the PNA-X couplers in NOTE comparison to the test set bridges. The bridges have more gain in the coupled RF path. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
“Contacting Agilent” on page d. Connect Port-1 to Receiver A IN or B IN and Port-2 to CPLR ARM connectors on the test set. If a power hole still exists refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Port 4 RCVR D IN U3042-20038 Port 4 SOURCE OUT U3042-20039 Port 4 CPLR THRU U3042-20040 Port 2 CPLR ARM U3042-20041 Port 2 SOURCE OUT U3042-20043 Port 2 RCVR B IN U3042-20042 Port 2 CPLR THRU U3042-20044 User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Screw 0515-2317 PNA-X Test Set Rear Lock Feet (right) N5242-20138 PNA-X Test Set Rear Lock Feet (left) N5242-20139 PNA-L or PNA-X Locking Feet 5023-0132 PNA-L Test Set Locking Feet 5063-9253 User’s Guide (Option E08) U3042-90002 User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
201 routes the Coupler Arm from Port 2 to the A Receiver and all unused test set ports (2, 6 and 10) Coupler Arm paths are terminated. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
B Receiver and all unused test set ports Coupler Arm paths are terminated. RF Coupler Components Test set ports (5 - 12) provide the signal separation of the source and receiver paths. The test set ports can either stimulate or receive a signal to the DUT. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
U3042AE08 Theory of Operation System Block Diagram Figure 52 U3042AE08 Standard Configuration CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR B OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR D OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR C OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THUR SOURCE RCVR A OUT CPLR ARM User’s Guide U3042-90002...
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U3042AE08 Theory of Operation Figure 53 U3042AE08 Option 001 Configuration CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR B OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR D OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR C OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THUR SOURCE RCVR A OUT CPLR ARM User’s Guide U3042-90002...
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U3042AE08 Theory of Operation Figure 54 U3042AE08 Option 002 Configuration CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR B OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR D OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THRU SOURCE RCVR C OUT CPLR ARM CPLR THUR SOURCE RCVR A OUT CPLR ARM User’s Guide U3042-90002...
Declaration of Conformity A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available upon request, or a copy is available on the Agilent Technologies web site at http://regulations.corporate.agilent.com/DoC/search.htm Statement of Compliance This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with CAN/CSA 22.2 No.
(outside the cabinet) must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the instrument by 4 °C for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power dissipated in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts, forced convection must be used. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
WARNING If flammable cleaning materials are used, the material shall not be stored, or left open in the area of the equipment. Adequate ventilation shall be assured to prevent the combustion of fumes, or vapors. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Forty years is the expected useful life of the product. This symbol on all primary and secondary packaging indicates compliance to China standard GB 18455-2001. User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
Regulatory Information Battery Collection Do not throw batteries away but collect as small chemical waste, or in accordance with your country’s requirements. You may return the battery to Agilent Technologies for disposal. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 68 for assistance.
2. While wearing a grounded wrist strap, grasp the outer shell of the cable connector. 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the test port and remove the short from the cable. Figure 55 ESD Protection Setup User’s Guide U3042-90002 This Manual:http://www.manuallib.com/agilent/u3042ae08-test-set-user-guide.html...
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Agilent for repair. If you wish to send your instrument to Agilent Technologies for service or repair: • Include a complete description of the service requested or of the failure and a description of any failed test and any error message.