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iXA: 2-port PIM Analyzer
Quick Start Guide
The iXA is a 2-port PIM analyzer typically used to measure Passive Intermodulation (PIM) located either internally or externally to an
antenna system. The iXA comes with two integrated Range to Fault (RTF) modules to seamlessly perform Distance To PIM (DTP) and
Distance To Fault (DTF) measurements. The iXA can also be used as part of the Kaelus
antenna system for external PIM.
For more information on setting up the PIM Finder software, check out the
The following steps outline how to:
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Set up the 2-port PIM Analyzer to find PIM sources that are internal or external to the antenna infrastructure.
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Zero the two integrated RTF to measure the Distance To PIM (DTP) and Distance To Fault (DTF).
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Perform the measurements and document the results.
Please read the entire Quick Start guide BEFORE using the iXA.
Equipment Required
1.
iXA-0707A, 2-Port PIM Analyzer with integrated RTF
2.
CIS-0001A, PIM source*
3.
PIL-0005A, Low PIM Load*
4.
Low PIM cables and adaptors
5.
Conceal Fab external PIM source, P/N: 900643 or 900645
6.
2-Port PIM Finder Solution: iVA-0627A with PIM Finder Software, BPA-0707A and Low PIM probe
7.
Optional: PC or Tablet with either Windows, iOS or Android to control the iXA.
(*) Note: One PIM source and one Low PIM load minimum is required. Two PIM sources and two PIM loads would make the Zeroing function and
instrument verification more efficient
Instrument Overview: iXA measurement modes
Rev A 2022
2-port PIM Finder Solution
PIM Finder software Quick Start
to troubleshoot the
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- Page 1 Quick Start Guide The iXA is a 2-port PIM analyzer typically used to measure Passive Intermodulation (PIM) located either internally or externally to an antenna system. The iXA comes with two integrated Range to Fault (RTF) modules to seamlessly perform Distance To PIM (DTP) and Distance To Fault (DTF) measurements.
- Page 2 Instrument Overview: iXA port modes 700 High Band 1-port mode 700 Low Band 1-port mode LED Status LED Status Port Selected: Port Selected: RF on: RF on: 700 High Band 2-port mode 700 Low Band 2-port mode LED Status LED Status...
- Page 3 Creating State File for PIM testing video. With the iXA, you can document your testing activities as you go. The tags make it easy to indentify the captured plots, results and photos in an orderly manner. Check out Creating Tag Matrix for PIM testing video in the PIM minutes section.
- Page 4 This is still the location of the Antenna face but for External PIM measurements. 11. Place marker 1 on the peak, add tag “External PIM” and record the measurement. Rev A 2022 +1 303 768 8080 | kaelus.com...
- Page 5 Since Marker 1 represents the location of the antenna face, it is a critical marker position. It can be locked to prevent accidental change. Kaelus Demystifying PIM Finding Making PIM Finding methodology simple to execute and less time consuming Rev A 2022 +1 303 768 8080 | kaelus.com...