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Keysight Technologies N5222B Installation Notes

Keysight Technologies N5222B Installation Notes

4-port pna direct digital synthesizer (dds) upgrade kit
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Keysight 4-Port
N5221/2B and
N5241/2/9B
PNA Direct Digital
Synthesizer (DDS)
For Version 7
Synthesizers -
Upgrade Kit
To Upgrade 4-Port B models to
4-Port B models with DDS
N5221BU-4S7 (for N5221B),
N5222BU-4S7 (for N5222B),
N5241BU-4S7
(For N5241B), N5242BU-4S7
(For N5242B), and
N5249BU-4S7 (For N5249B)
Upgrade Kit Number:
N5222-60133
This is Installation Note is for upgrading the 4-port N5221/2/9B Microwave Network Analyzers to a 4-port with Version
7 Synthesizers.
INSTALLATION NOTE
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  • Page 1 Synthesizer (DDS) For Version 7 Synthesizers - Upgrade Kit To Upgrade 4-Port B models to 4-Port B models with DDS N5221BU-4S7 (for N5221B), N5222BU-4S7 (for N5222B), N5241BU-4S7 (For N5241B), N5242BU-4S7 (For N5242B), and N5249BU-4S7 (For N5249B) Upgrade Kit Number: N5222-60133 This is Installation Note is for upgrading the 4-port N5221/2/9B Microwave Network Analyzers to a 4-port with Version 7 Synthesizers.
  • Page 2 WITH WARRANTY TERMS COVERING THE MATERIAL IN THIS documentation. No additional DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH government requirements © Keysight Technologies, Inc. THESE TERMS, THE WARRANTY beyond those set forth in the 2007-2023 TERMS IN THE SEPARATE EULA shall apply, except to the AGREEMENT WILL CONTROL.
  • Page 3 Keysight Add Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) 4-Port Upgrade Kit Upgrade Kit Numbers: N5222-60133 Installation Note Description of this Upgrade This upgrade adds direct digital synthesis capability to your microwave network analyzer. This is done by removing the existing frequency reference, 13.5 GHz synthesizer boards (x3), and installing a new direct digital synthesizer assembly.
  • Page 4 Description of this Upgrade Getting Assistance from Keysight Getting Assistance from Keysight By internet or phone, get assistance with all your test and measurement needs. Installing this upgrade kit requires special skills and experience. If you think you may not be qualified to do the work, or need advice, contact Keysight. Contacting Keysight Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Keysight office are available on the Web at:...
  • Page 5 Description of this Upgrade Getting Prepared Getting Prepared The PNA contains extremely sensitive components that can be ruined if mishandled. Follow instructions carefully when making cable connections, especially wire harness connections. The person performing the work accepts responsibility for the full cost of the repair or replacement of damaged components.
  • Page 6 Description of this Upgrade Getting Prepared Verify the Model/Version of HMA26.5 Installed Depending on the type of Option upgrade that was purchased, your parts kit may or may not include the following cable part numbers. This upgrade kit contains components for use with PNA-X models using the legacy HMA26.5 part number 5086-7765.
  • Page 7 Description of this Upgrade Getting Prepared Downloading the Online PNA Service Guide To view the Service Guide for your PNA model number, use the following steps: 1. Go to www.keysight.com. 2. In the Search box, enter the model number of the analyzer (e.g., N5232B) and click Search.
  • Page 8 Description of this Upgrade Tools Required for the Installation Tools Required for the Installation Description T-10 TORX driver - set to 9 in-lbs (1.02 N.m) T-20 TORX driver - set to 21 in-lbs (2.38 N.m) 5/16-in (8 mm) nutsetter or open end torque wrench - set to 10 in-lbs (1.13 N.m) 5/16-in (8 mm) nutsetter or open end torque wrench - set to 21 in-lbs (2.38 N.m) 5/16-in (8 mm) nutsetter or open end torque wrench- set to 8 in-lbs (0.9 N.m) 5/8-in (16 mm) nutsetter or open end torque wrench - set to 21 in-lbs (2.38 N.m)
  • Page 9 Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Check the contents of your kit against the following list. If any part is missing or damaged, contact Keysight Technologies. Refer to “Description of this Upgrade” on page This section applies to multiple models and upgrade kits.
  • Page 10 Description of this Upgrade Items Included in the Upgrade Kit Table 1 Contents of Upgrade Kit N5222-60133 Option 4S7 Description Part Number Bracket-center, stabilizer, short N5240-20137 CA Assy, RF CA, SYNTH J11-SPAM J3 – W200 N5240-60115 Cable assy-fan (MB-PCB) N5240-60116 PCA Fan N5240-63130 Label, SRC3 J13 –...
  • Page 11 Description of this Upgrade Initial Inspection – Verify SSD image and Firmware Version Initial Inspection – Verify SSD image and Firmware Version This section verifies the correct SSD and firmware version are installed to be successful with this upgrade. STOP! Perform this initial inspection, before continuing with this upgrade.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Description of this Upgrade Overview of the Installation Procedure Overview of the Installation Procedure The network analyzer must be in proper working condition prior to installing this option. Any necessary repairs must be made before proceeding with this installation. This installation requires the removal of the analyzer’s protective outer covers.

  • Page 13: Step 1. Verify Pna And Erase Flash

    Description of this Upgrade Step 1. Verify PNA and Erase Flash “Step 21. Verify the PNA Analyzer Program is Running with the Correct Options” on page 47 “Step 22. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration” on page 48 “Step 23. Prepare the PNA for the User” on page 51 Step 1.
  • Page 14 Description of this Upgrade Step 1. Verify PNA and Erase Flash Figure 2 Open SCPI Parser Console Installation Note N5222-90133...

  • Page 15: Step 2. Remove The Inner And Outer Covers

    Description of this Upgrade Step 2. Remove the Inner and Outer covers 5. In the SCPI parser window: Enter the following command to erase the flash ROM: DIAGnostic:FLASH:ERASe For assistance with sending SCPI commands, refer to the PNA Help file on www.keysight.com.
  • Page 16 Description of this Upgrade Step 3. Remove Bottom Assemblies and Cables B. Remove the A70 LFE Board (Options 405/420/425 Only) Refer to your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the A70 or A75 Low Frequency Extension (LFE) Board” section. Set aside all hardware for reuse. Remove and Discard Some LFE Board Flexible Cables The following cables are shown in Figure 3 on page...

  • Page 17: Step 4. Remove Most Top Assemblies And Cables

    Description of this Upgrade Step 4. Remove Most Top Assemblies and Cables D. Remove the A34 and A42 Port 1 Attenuators Refer to your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the A34–A37 Source Attenuators, the A38–A41 Bias Tees, and the A42–A45 Receiver Attenuators” section.
  • Page 18 Description of this Upgrade Step 4. Remove Most Top Assemblies and Cables — “F. Remove the A18 GPIB Board” on page 19 A. Remove the A4–A13 Boards For N5221/2B, refer to your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the A4–13 Boards” section. For N5241/2/9B, refer to your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the A4–13 Boards (For analyzers with serial numbers prefixed MY/SG/US5201 and above)”...
  • Page 19 Description of this Upgrade Step 4. Remove Most Top Assemblies and Cables B. Remove the 15 Midplane Board For N5221/2B, refer to your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the A4–13 Boards” section. For N5241/2/9B, refer to your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the A4–13 Boards (For analyzers with serial numbers prefixed MY/SG/US5201 and above)”...

  • Page 20: Step 5. Assemble Left-Side Fan Bracket

    Description of this Upgrade Step 5. Assemble Left-side Fan Bracket Step 5. Assemble Left-side Fan Bracket Refer to Figure 4 on page Figure 5 on page 21, and Figure 6 on page   1. Gather fans 3160-4199 (x2) (item ), bracket N5242-00054 (item Use fan arrows to correctly orient the fans relative to the bracket.
  • Page 21 Description of this Upgrade Step 5. Assemble Left-side Fan Bracket Figure 5 Gather Fans Guards (x2) (3160-0281 (x2)) Figure 6 Install Rivets (x8) (3161-1272 (x8)) Installation Note N5222-90133...

  • Page 22: Step 6. Remove The Old Left Side Outer And Inner Brackets

    Description of this Upgrade Step 6. Remove the Old Left Side Outer and Inner Brackets Step 6. Remove the Old Left Side Outer and Inner Brackets See also your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the Fans” section. Set aside all hardware for reuse. IMPORTANT! If you have an instrument with a serial number prefix <5200 you will need to replace the right inner fan bracket (N5221-00003).
  • Page 23 Description of this Upgrade Step 6. Remove the Old Left Side Outer and Inner Brackets Remove the left inner panel/bracket x4 center chassis screws and loosen x2 end chassis screws. Refer to Figure 8 on page 23 Figure 9 on page 3.
  • Page 24 Description of this Upgrade Step 6. Remove the Old Left Side Outer and Inner Brackets Figure 9 Remove Remaining Left-side Inner Panel/Bracket Center Screws (x1) and Loosen End Screws (x1) – (0515-0372) Installation Note N5222-90133...
  • Page 25 Description of this Upgrade Step 6. Remove the Old Left Side Outer and Inner Brackets Remove the Left Inner Panel/Bracket and Card Guides and a Single Card Guide from the Right Panel. And, then reuse card guides in the new left panel. Save all hardware for reuse, unless otherwise indicated.Refer to Figure 10 on page 25...
  • Page 26 Description of this Upgrade Step 6. Remove the Old Left Side Outer and Inner Brackets Figure 11 Right Inner Bracket Card Guide #4 Removal (N5242-40002) Right inner bracket As indicated, remove card guide #4 from the right side inner panel. NOTE: Use needle nose pliers to pinch tangs together while gently prying card guide with a flat head screw driver inserted...

  • Page 27: Step 7. Install *New* Left Inner Side Card Guides And Panel/Bracket

    Description of this Upgrade Step 7. Install *New* Left Inner Side Card Guides and Panel/Bracket Step 7. Install *New* Left Inner Side Card Guides and Panel/Bracket Install card guides (N5242-40002) into new inner side panel/bracket. Refer to Figure 12 on page 27 for this procedure.

  • Page 28: Step 8. Install The Fan Control Board

    Description of this Upgrade Step 8. Install the Fan Control Board Step 8. Install the Fan Control Board Refer to Figure 1. Install the fan control board (N5240-60130) to the inner bracket. 2. Secure using (x2) 0515-0372 screws and (x2) 3050-0023 fiber washers. Torque to 9 in-lbs.

  • Page 29: Step 9. Install The Center Bracket

    Description of this Upgrade Step 9. Install the Center Bracket Step 9. Install the Center Bracket Refer to Figure 14 for this step.  1. Remove (x2) 0515-0372 screws from motherboard/chassis (item Discard as these will not be reused.  2.

  • Page 30: Step 10. Install The *New* Outer Fan Panel/Bracket

    Description of this Upgrade Step 10. Install the *NEW* Outer Fan Panel/Bracket Step 10. Install the *NEW* Outer Fan Panel/Bracket Install the *NEW* left outer panel/bracket into the chassis base. 1. Before installing the left-side fan side bracket, connect the fan wires P2 and P3 to the control board.

  • Page 31: Step 11. Reinstall Bottom Assemblies And Cables

    Description of this Upgrade Step 11. Reinstall Bottom Assemblies and Cables Step 11. Reinstall Bottom Assemblies and Cables Carefully turn your instrument over so the bottom side is up. This step contains the following sub-steps: — “A. Reinstall the A20 IF Multiplexer Board” on page 31 —...
  • Page 32 Description of this Upgrade Step 11. Reinstall Bottom Assemblies and Cables Install the following LFE cables as shown in Figure 16 on page 32. The top-side end of the cables are installed later. Figure 16 Install the Bottom-side End of the *NEW* LFE Cables (N5240-60112, N5240-60113) C.
  • Page 33 Description of this Upgrade Step 11. Reinstall Bottom Assemblies and Cables E. Reinstall Some Bottom Cables Follow instructions carefully when making cable connections, especially wire harness connections. Incorrect connections can destroy components, resulting in additional customer costs. Be careful not to damage the center pins of the semi-rigid cables. Some flexing of the cables may be necessary but do not over-bend them.

  • Page 34: Step 12. Reinstall Some Of The Top Assemblies And Cables

    Description of this Upgrade Step 12. Reinstall Some of the Top Assemblies and Cables Figure 17 Install Bottom End of Top Cable (N5240-20122) Step 12. Reinstall Some of the Top Assemblies and Cables Carefully turn the PNA so it is top-side up for this step. This step contains the following sub-steps: —...
  • Page 35 Description of this Upgrade Step 12. Reinstall Some of the Top Assemblies and Cables A. Reinstall the A18 GPIB Board Refer to your Service Guide’s “Removing and Replacing the A18 GPIB Board” section. Reuse hardware that was set aside from removal step. B.

  • Page 36: Step 13. Install *New* A11 Direct Digital Synthesizer (Dds) Assembly

    Description of this Upgrade Step 13. Install *NEW* A11 Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) Assembly Step 13. Install *NEW* A11 Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) Assembly Refer to Figure Figure 19 on page 37, and Figure 21 on page 39 for this procedure.
  • Page 37 Description of this Upgrade Step 13. Install *NEW* A11 Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) Assembly Figure 19 A5, A8, A11 DDS Assembly (N5240-60102), and A12 Boards Installed, A7 Noise Receiver Board Not Shown (Requires Option 029) Installation Note N5222-90133...

  • Page 38: Step 14. Install *New* And Reused Direct Digital Synthesis (Dds) Assembly Cables

    Description of this Upgrade Step 14. Install *NEW* and Reused Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) Assembly Cables Step 14. Install *NEW* and Reused Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) Assembly Cables 1. Connect new LFE cables in the order shown in Figure 20 on page 38.
  • Page 39 Description of this Upgrade Step 14. Install *NEW* and Reused Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) Assembly Cables Figure 21 Install New DDS Assembly Top Cables (N5240-20121, N5240-20122, and N5240-20123 (i.e., N5240-20127 Applies to Option 422/423 Only – See also, Figure 27)) Torque all cables to 10 in-lbs.
  • Page 40 Description of this Upgrade Step 14. Install *NEW* and Reused Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) Assembly Cables 3. Connect the following new and reused cables in the order listed. Refer to Figure 21 on page  — —W69 (8120-5063) (reuse) Rear-panel REF IN to A11 DD synthesizer assembly J9 ...
  • Page 41 Description of this Upgrade Step 14. Install *NEW* and Reused Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) Assembly Cables  — —W61 (N5242-60014) (reuse) A20 IF multiplexer board P403 to A12 SPAM board J4  — —W62 (N5242-60015) (reuse) A20 IF multiplexer board P203 to A12 SPAM board J5 ...

  • Page 42: Step 15. Route Gray Cables

    Description of this Upgrade Step 15. Route Gray Cables Step 15. Route Gray Cables — Route gray cables as shown in Figure 24 Figure 25 on page Figure 24 Route Flexible Gray Cables as Indicated (1400-0249, N5242-60012, N5242-60013, N5242-60014, N5242-60015, N5242-60016, and N5240-60115) Installation Note N5222-90133...
  • Page 43 Description of this Upgrade Step 15. Route Gray Cables Figure 25 Route Flexible Gray Cables as Indicated (1400-0249, Noise Receiver Board). Applies to Option 029 Only. These cables were reinstalled in “Step 12. Reinstall Some of the Top Assemblies and Cables” on page Installation Note N5222-90133...

  • Page 44: Step 16. Add Back Plate And Cable To Rear Panel (Option 422/423 With And Without Option 029 Only)

    Description of this Upgrade Step 16. Add Back Plate and Cable to Rear Panel (Option 422/423 With and Without Option 029 Only) Step 16. Add Back Plate and Cable to Rear Panel (Option 422/423 With and Without Option 029 Only) For this step refer to Figure 26 and to...
  • Page 45 Description of this Upgrade Step 16. Add Back Plate and Cable to Rear Panel (Option 422/423 With and Without Option 029 Only) Figure 27 Install Semirigid Cable (N5240-20127). See also, Figure 21 on page (1) Connect the other end of the N5240-20127 cable to the back plate. Torque to 21 in-lbs.

  • Page 46: Step 17. Install "Src3 J13" Label On Rear Panel (Option 422/423 With And Without Option 029 Only)

    Description of this Upgrade Step 17. Install “SRC3 J13” Label on Rear Panel (Option 422/423 With and Without Option 029 Only) Step 17. Install “SRC3 J13” Label on Rear Panel (Option 422/423 With and Without Option 029 Only) For this step, refer to Figure 1.

  • Page 47: Step 19. Boot The Instrument

    2. If the instrument stabilizes without errors, continue to the next step. Else, if the unit still has initialization errors which look like problems that cannot be resolved, contact the Keysight Technologies. Refer to “Getting Assistance from Keysight” on page Step 20.
  • Page 48 Description of this Upgrade Step 22. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration Step 22. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration Adjustments The following adjustments must be made due to the hardware changes of the analyzer. IMPORTANT! The 10 MHz reference crystal oscillator is the most accurate after running for three hours.
  • Page 49 Description of this Upgrade Step 22. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration 3. LO Drive Adjustment Figure 29-1 Connect sensor at the end of one of the cables from the HMA26.5 4. Perform PNA Source Power Adjustment. If the instrument has Option 422/423, it may have Option XSB installed and SOURCE3 will be available to adjust.
  • Page 50 Description of this Upgrade Step 22. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration — receiver adjustment — receiver characterization — IF response adjustment (Option S93090xA/B, S93092A/B, S93093A/B, or S93094A/B Only) — Noise Adjustment (Option 029 with S93029A/B Only) These adjustments are described in the PNA Service Guide and in the PNA on-line HELP.
  • Page 51 Description of this Upgrade Step 23. Prepare the PNA for the User Figure 30 EEPROM Backup Menu Operator’s Check Perform the Operator’s Check to check the basic functionality of the analyzer. For instructions, refer to the “Tests & Adjustments” chapter of the Service Guide.
  • Page 52 Description of this Upgrade Step 23. Prepare the PNA for the User Clean the analyzer, as needed, using a damp cloth. Installation Note N5222-90133...
  • Page 53 Installation Note Xxxxx-xxxxx...
  • Page 54 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2007-2023 Edition 1, May 2023 www.keysight.com...

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