Page 1 MS4630B Network Analyzer Operation Manual Vol.1 Panel Operation 10th Edition For safety and warning information, please read this manual before attempting to use the equipment. Keep this manual with the equipment. ANRITSU CORPORATION Document No.: M-W1534AE-10.0 www.valuetronics.com...
Page 2: Safety Symbols
Safety Symbols To prevent the risk of personal injury or loss related to equipment malfunction, Anritsu Corporation uses the following safety symbols to indicate safety-related information. Ensure that you clearly understand the meanings of the symbols BEFORE using the equipment.
Page 3: For Safety
For Safety WARNING 1. ALWAYS refer to the operation manual when working near locations at which the alert mark shown on the left is attached. If the advice in the operation manual is not followed there is a risk of personal injury or reduced equipment performance.
Page 4 Calibration 5. The performance-guarantee seal verifies the integrity of the equipment. To ensure the continued integrity of the equipment, only Anritsu service personnel, or service personnel of an Anritsu sales representative, should break this seal to repair or calibrate the equipment. If the performance-guarantee seal is broken by you or a third party, the performance of the equipment cannot be guaranteed.
Page 5 For Safety CAUTION Fuse Replacement 1. Always remove the mains power cable from the power outlet before replacing blown fuses. There is a risk of electric shock if fuses are replaced with the power cable connected. Always use new fuses of the type and rating specified on the rear panel of the instrument.
Page 6 Back-up Battery the memory. This battery must be replaced by service personnel when it has reached the end of its useful life; contact the Anritsu sales section or your nearest representative. Note: The battery used in this equipment has a maximum useful life of 7 years.
Page 7: Equipment Certificate
In addition, this warranty is valid only for the original equipment purchaser. It is not transferable if the equipment is resold. Anritsu Corporation shall assume no liability for injury or financial loss of the customer due to the use of or a failure to be able to use this equipment.
Page 8: Notes On Export Management
Notes On Export Management This product and its manuals may require an Export License/Approval by the Government of the product's country of origin for re-export from your country. Before re-exporting the product or manuals, please contact us to confirm whether they are export-controlled items or not. When you dispose of export-controlled items, the products/manuals need to be broken/shredded so as not to be unlawfully used for military purpose.
Page 9 2002/96/EC (the “WEEE Directive”) in European Union. For Products placed on the EU market after August 13, 2005, please contact your local Anritsu representative at the end of the product's useful life to arrange disposal in accordance with your initial contract and the local law.
Page 10: Ce Conformity Marking
CE Conformity Marking Anritsu affixes the CE conformity marking on the following product(s) in accordance with the Council Directive 93/68/EEC to indicate that they conform to the EMC and LVD directive of the European Union (EU). CE marking 1. Product Model...
Page 11 EN 61000-3-2: 2006 (Class A equipment) • LVD: EN 61010-1: 2001 (Pollution Degree 2) 4. Authorized representative Name: Loic Metais European Quality Manager ANRITSU S.A. France Address, city: 16/18 Avenue du Québec SILIC 720 Zone de Courtaboeuf 91951 Les Ulis Cedex Country: France www.valuetronics.com...
Page 12 C-tick Conformity Marking Anritsu affixes the C-tick mark on the following product(s) in accordance with the regulation to indicate that they conform to the EMC framework of Australia/New Zealand. C-tick marking 1. Product Model Model: MS4630B Network Analyzer 2. Applied Standards EMC:Emission: EN 61326-1: 2006 (Class A equipment) www.valuetronics.com...
Page 13 Power Line Fuse Protection For safety, Anritsu products have either one or two fuses in the AC power lines as requested by the customer when ordering. A fuse is inserted in one of the AC power lines. Single fuse: A fuse is inserted in each of the AC power lines.
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Page 15: About This Manual
About This Manual Lineup of Operation Manuals Two different Operation Manuals (Vol. 1 and Vol. 2) come standard with the MS4630B. Refer to these manuals as required. Vol.1 Vol.2 Panel Operation: This manual provides general information about the MS4630B and detailed information about preparations before use, and panel operations excluding automatic measurement such as per- formance tests.
Page 16: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents For Safety ............About This Manual ..........Section 1 Introduction ........1-1 Product Overview ..............Organization of This Manual ..........System Configuration ............Application Parts and Peripheral Devices ......Specifications ................ Section 2 Preparations before Use ....2-1 Environmental Conditions of Installation Site ......
Page 17 Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) ...... 5-1 Setting a Frequency (Frequency, Span) ....... Settings Related to Input/Output (Out/Input) ......Improving the S/N Ratio and Setting an Delay ..... Aperture (Group Delay Measurement) (Avg) ......Settings Related to Sweep ............ 5-10 Section 6 Display (Display Group)....
Page 18 Section 10 Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy/Memory Group) ..... 10-1 10.1 Outputting a Hard Copy of Screen Data (Copy) ....10-2 10.2 Making Settings Related to the Hard Copy and ....Remote Control (Copy Control, Local) ........10-2 10.3 Save/Recall ................10-6 Section 11 System ..........
Page 19 Appendixes............App-1 Appendix A Performance Test Result Form ........Appendix B List of Defaults ............. Appendix C List of Controls and Connectors on Front and Rear Panels ..............Appendix D List of Error Message ..........Appendix E Example of Settings for Video Plotter VP1500 II ..www.valuetronics.com...
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Page 21: Introduction
Section 1 Introduction This section provides a brief overview of the product and explains the manual structure, system configuration, application parts, peripheral devices, and specifications of this system. Product Overview ..............Organization of This Manual ............. System Configuration ..............1.3.1 Standard configuration........... 1.3.2 Options ................
Page 22: Product Overview
Section 1 Introduction Product Overview This system is a network analyzer used to measure transmission and reflection (external reflection bridges are also used) characteristics of electronic parts and circuits over a wide frequency range of 10 Hz to 300 MHz. This system has a 6.5-inch flat display (640 ×...
Page 23: Organization Of This Manual
1.2 Organization of This Manual Organization of This Manual This manual consists of 14 sections and five appendixes. These sections and appendixes are briefly described below. Section Description This section provides a brief overview of the product. It also explains the Section 1 Introduction manual structure, system configuration, application parts, and specifica-...
Page 24: System Configuration
Standard configuration The table below shows the components included in the standard configuration. Type name* Item Product name* Quantity* Remarks symbol* Main unit MS4630B Network analyzer Power cord Two 5 A fuses, for AC line F0013 Fuse Accessories T5 A250V W1534AE...
Page 25: Application Parts And Peripheral Devices
1.4 Application Parts and Peripheral Devices Application Parts and Peripheral Devices The table below lists the application parts and peripheral devices for the MS4630B. All are optionally available. Application Parts and Peripheral Devices Type name* Product name* Remarks or symbol*...
Page 26: Specifications
Section 1 Introduction Specifications Transmission characteristic (measurement of ratios): Measurement Magnitude, phase, and group delay item Reflection/impedance characteristics: Magnitude and phase (An external transducer is also used.) Level characteristic: Absolute magnitude Range: 10 Hz to 300 MHz Resolution: 0.01 Hz Accuracy (standard) –6 Aging rate:...
Page 27 1.5 Specifications Measurement range: ≥120 dB Measurement resolution: 0.001 dB Display scale: 0.01 dB/div to 50 dB/div (1-2-5 sequence) Dynamic accuracy Level relative to IRG 80 kHz to 100 MHz 10 kHz to 300 MHz Magnitude 0 to –10 dB ±0.2 dB ±0.2 dB measurement...
Page 28 Section 1 Introduction Frequency sweep: LIN (CENTER/SPAN, START/STOP), LOG (START/STOP) Level sweep: LIN (START/STOP/STEP) Number of measured points: 11, 21, 51, 101, 251, 501, 1001 Number of breakpoints: Any number between 1 and 1001 Sweep time: 150 us/point, 38 ms/250 points, all sweep (RBW: 20 kHz, Sweep normalization, 1 trace) Setting range:...
Page 29 1.5 Specifications Measurement Resolution bandwidth and sweep time: The resolution bandwidth is automatically set for the set sweep parameter au- time. tomatic The minimum sweep time is automatically set for the set re- setting ceive bandwidth. Data storage and fetching: Able to store the measuring conditions, measurement data, cal- ibration data and PTA application program in the internal memory, FD and PMC and fetch them.
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Page 31: Preparations Before Use
Section 2 Preparations before Use This section explains the safety measures that must be taken before using the system and the preparations that must also be made before using the system. These safety measures must be taken to protect the human body and equipment. The preparations that must be made before use include installation of this system in a rack, piling up this system along with other units, protective grounding, fuse replacement, and storage medium handling.
Page 32: Environmental Conditions Of Installation Site
Section 2 Preparations before Use Environmental Conditions of Installation Site 2.1.1 Places to avoid This system operates normally within the ambient temperature range of 0 to 50 ˚C(4 to 50 ˚C ,when Floppy disc drive is operating). To get the most from this system, avoid using it in the following places: •...
Page 33: Safety Measures
2.2 Safety Measures Safety Measures This section explains the safety measures that must be taken to prevent personal and system damage and interruption of system operation. 2.2.1 General safety measures related to power supply WARNING • Before turning ON the power: Always establish a protective ground.
Page 34 If supplying a signal including direct current component could burn the inter- nal circuit. These signal could not be measured. Take out direct current component of the signal before measure it. Network Analyzer MS4630B 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu...
Page 35 2.2 Safety Measures 2.2.3 When the fun stops WARNING The device has a fan installed at the rear panel to prevent the interior tempera- ture from rising excessively. When the fan stops for some reasons, the tem- perature within the unit frame rise to such an extent that it may cause a fire. For this reason, the device displays a message on the screen warning against the stoppage of the fan at the rear panel (See (3) message concerning the de- vice abnormality of Appendix D Error Message).
Page 36: Mounting On A Rack And Stacking With Other Units
Section 2 Preparations before Use Mounting on a Rack and Stacking with Other Units 2.3.1 Mounting on a rack To mount this system in a rack, a rack mount kit B0333C (option) is required. Mount the system according to the illustration included in the rack mount kit.
Page 37: Preparations To Make Before Turning On The Power
Never open covers and disas- with ones of the specified semble internal parts. To perform type and rating. Using maintenance, call Anritsu service fuses of a different type or personnel, who have undergone rating could cause a fire. specific training and are thoroughly acquainted with fire and electric shocks.
Page 38: Connecting The Power Cord
Section 2 Preparations before Use 2.4.1 Connecting the Power Cord Check that the POWER switch on the front panel is turned off (switched to the (O) side). Insert the power plug into an outlet, and connect the other end to the power inlet on the rear panel. To ensure that the instrument is grounded, always use the supplied 3-pin power cord, and insert the plug into an outlet with a ground terminal.
Page 39: Replacing Fuses
2.4 Preparations to Make before Turning ON the Power 2.4.2 Replacing fuses WARNING • Replacing a fuse with the power on could cause electric shock. Before replacing a fuse, turn OFF the POWER switch and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. •...
Page 40: Notes On Handling Storage Medium
Section 2 Preparations before Use Notes on Handling Storage Medium CAUTION Do not remove a storage medium, such as a plug-in memory card or floppy disk, while it is being accessed. While a storage medium is being accessed, the BUSY lamp is lit. If a storage medium is removed while it is being ac- cessed, the data recorded on it could be destroyed.
Page 41: Floppy Disk (Fd)
2.5 Notes on Handling Storage Medium 2.5.1 Floppy disk (FD) This section explains how to handle 3.5-inch floppy disks, a storage medium used in this system. Front Rear Fig. 2-1 3.5-inch floppy disk Handling notes The plastic case of a 3.5-inch floppy disk has a shutter, which protects the surface of the internal disk. When the floppy disk is set in the floppy disk drive, the shutter opens automatically, exposing part of the internal disk.
Page 42: Write Protect Switch
Section 2 Preparations before Use Write protect switch A 3.5-inch floppy disk has a write protect tab so that its contents are not modified or deleted by mistake. To turn ON write-protection, slide the write protect tab in the direction of the arrow as shown below. (If an attempt is made to write data with write-protection on, an error will result.) Fig.
Page 43 • Using the write protect switch Inserting the PCM into the slot in the main unit CAUTION Inserting the PCM by force could damage the electrodes. Insert it properly as shown below. MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu...
Page 44 Section 2 Preparations before Use Notes on handling the PMC (a) Do not subject the PMC to strong shock by dropping or bending it. (b) Do not expose it to water. (c) Do not expose it to high temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight. (d) Do not insert tweezers or the like into the PMC connector.
Page 45 2.5 Notes on Handling Storage Medium Handling the cap The cap prevents the PMC from being inserted upside down or right side left. Usually, use the PMC with the cap attached. However, remove the cap in the following cases: • When the shape of the PMC insertion slot in the main unit is as shown below: •...
Page 46 Section 2 Preparations before Use Loading and replacing a battery ■ Loading a battery initially (SRAM only) Do not forget to load the enclosed lithium battery before using the PMC. When loading the battery, place the PMC with its back (“CAUTION” is printed) up. Remove the cap from the PMC.
Page 47 2.5 Notes on Handling Storage Medium Turn ON the POWER switch. PMC slot in main unit Insert the PMC as mentioned on page 2-13. Place your finger nail in the groove in the battery holder and draw out the battery holder. Put a new battery (BR2325) in the battery holder and insert the battery holder into the PMC.
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Page 49: Basic Operations
Section 3 Basic Operations This section explains the basic operations of this network analyzer for operators who use it for the first time. Note that this section covers only the basic operations which are necessary to quickly and easily check the status of the basic operations and performance of this system.
Page 50: Turning On The Power
Section 3 Basic Operations Turning ON the Power Before turning ON the system, establish a protective ground according to Section 2.2 and then plug the enclosed power cord into the wall outlet. WARNING Turning ON the power without establishing a protective ground could cause electric shock which might result in severe injury or loss of life.
Page 51: Power Switch
3.1 Turning ON the Power The POWER switch is located at the position shown below. The l and o marks above the POWER switch indicate the power ON and OFF states, respectively. MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu...
Page 52: Displaying The Self-Test Result
Section 3 Basic Operations Displaying the Self-Test Result This system performs a self-test on the internal hardware at power-on and displays the result on the display screen along with the software version information. The following modules are tested and the result is displayed: •...
Page 53 3.2 Displaying the Self-Test Result NOTE: If the self-test result shows any problem or nothing is displayed on the screen, contact Anritsu for repair. The contact addresses and telephone numbers are given at the end of this manual. When you contact Anritsu for repair, please provide the following information: •...
Page 54: Data Displayed On The Screen
Section 3 Basic Operations Data Displayed on the Screen If the self-test result is OK, press the WINDOW CLOSE key on the front panel to close the SELF TEST INFORMATION window and display an ordinary measurement screen. Let’s take a look at the data displayed on the screen. Example 1: Single channel measurement screen Indicates that trace A of channel 1 is active and the frequency at the corresponding active marker point is 150.005 MHz.
Page 55 3.3 Data Displayed on the Screen Example 2: Dual channel measurement screen Indicates that trace A of channel 1 is active and the frequency at the corresponding active marker point is 150.005 MHz. Indicates that the active marker of trace A of channel 1 is active marker 0, that it is at the 250th point, and that the value measured at this point (frequency) is –0.0020 dB.
Page 56 Section 3 Basic Operations Indicates that the active marker of trace A of channel 2 is active marker 0, that it is at the 250th point, and that the value measured at this point (frequency) is –13.5819 dB. Indicates that the active marker of trace B of channel 2 is active marker 0, that it is at the 250th point, and that the value measured at this point (frequency) is –16.9570 ps.
Page 57: Presetting
3.4 Presetting Presetting Preset Pressing the ( ) key and selecting “Yes” from the soft key menu resets the measurement parameters of this system to default values (see Appendix B), excluding the following parameters: GPIB interface conditions • GPIB My Address •...
Page 58: Symbols
Section 3 Basic Operations Symbols Symbol FULL 0MKR Zero Marker Output A Admitance ADMT Admitance AUTO Automatic Setting Averaging for S/N Improvement Output B Back Space Calibration CALC Calculate Center Frequency Channel 1 Channel 2 Center Frequency CONT Sweep Continue Degree Directry Delay...
Page 59 3.5 Symbols Symbol FULL Marker Measurement Point Message Main Trace Network Analyzer Offset Oscillator Open-Short-Load Phase Plug-in Memory Card PARAM Paramater PRMS Paramaters Personal Test Automation Reference port Resolution Bandwidth Resolution Bandwidth Recall REAL Real Part Reference RESON Resonator RESP Response Ripple Request Service...
Page 60: List Of Soft Key Menu Functions
Section 3 Basic Operations List of Soft Key Menu Functions The following table lists the functions that can be performed by pressing soft keys (F1 to F6): Panel key Major function Soft key menu Preset Initialization Local Setting related GPIB RS232C HARD to GPIB...
Page 61 3.6 List of Soft Key Menu Functions Panel key Major function Soft key menu Filter Filter analysis ANALYSIS SETUP function ← Limit Limit test setting LINE LIMIT BEEP ENTRY TEST ← Resonator Resonator analy- ANALYSIS SETUP RESON1 RESON2 sis function ←...
Page 62: The Basics Of Key Operations
Section 3 Basic Operations The Basics of Key Operations Three types of keys are used to operate the MS4630B Network Analyzer. 3.7.1 Hard keys (master keys) Pressing hard keys (master keys) on the front panel performs the associated functions and displays a soft key menu.
Page 63: Operations To Perform In Windows
3.7 The Basics of Key Operations 3.7.4 Operations to Perform in Windows Selecting setting items A reverse cursor appears in the window. Move the reverse cursor to the setting item you want to change. Reverse cursor A character string or value displayed in reverse video can be changed now. Move the reverse cursor to the setting item you want to change.
Page 64: Channels And Traces
Section 3 Basic Operations Closing a window You can close a window by one of the following methods: • Press another hard key. Window Close • Press the under the soft key. • Move the reverse cursor to the upper right corner of the window and press the key.
Page 65: Selecting Measurement Items (Channels Group)
Section 4 Selecting Measurement Items (Channels Group) This section explains how to operate keys for selecting measurement items. These keys are in the Channels section on the front panel. Channels MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker...
Page 66: Selecting A Measurement Channel (Menu)
Section 4 Selecting Measurement Items (Channels Group) Selecting a Measurement Channel (Menu) Menu Set a measurement channel. MENU Description of function Selects CH1 as a measurement channel. Selects CH2 as a measurement channel. CH1&CH2 Selects CH1 and CH2 as measurement channels (Dual channel measurement.) COUPLED Couples measurement conditions of CH1 and CH2 (when set ON.) CHANNEL...
Page 67 4.1 Selecting a Measurement Channel (Menu) 4.1.2 Coupled Channel Press the key and select a channel coupling mode from the soft key menu “COUPLED CHANNEL.” When the Menu channels are coupled, setting an interlinked item for the channel in the active status will also result in setting of the same item for the channel in the non-active status.
Page 68: Active Channel (Active)
Section 4 Selecting Measurement Items (Channels Group) Active Channel (Active) Select an active channel using the “Active” key Select an active channel whose settings (measurement conditions, etc.) are effective. Active Single channel (CH1 or CH2) Pressing the key toggles between CH1 and CH2. Active Dual channel (CH1 and CH2) Pressing the...
Page 69 4.3 Selecting an Analysis Port (Meas) 4.3.2 Measuring a level (TA, TB, R) MEAS (2/2) Description of function Measures the level of the signal input to input port TA. Measures the level of the signal input to input port TB. Measures the level of the signal input to input port R.
Page 70: Selecting Measurement Items (Format)
Section 4 Selecting Measurement Items (Channels Group) Selecting Measurement Items (Format) Press the key to select measurement items from the soft key menu. Format 4.4.1 Selecting an analysis format Press the key to select measurement items from the soft key menu and MORE window. Format Selection using the soft key menu.
Page 71 4.4 Selecting Measurement Items (Format) Selection using the window. Select other analysis format. Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob -MORE- WINDOW FORMAT: 01.<LIN MAG> Displays the linear magnitude (unit less number). 02.<LIN & PHA> Displays both the linear magnitude and phase (unit less number), (deg). 03.<LIN &...
Page 72: Phase Offset
Section 4 Selecting Measurement Items (Channels Group) 4.4.3 Selecting an admittance marker display mode When the analysis format is “ADMT CHART”, set the display mode of the marker value. Effective key: Rotary knob -MORE- WINDOW FORMAT~ IMPD MKR FORMAT for IMPD CHART:~ ADMT MKR FORMAT for ADMT CHART: Y∠θ: The absolute value and phase angle of admittance...
Page 73: Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group)
Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) This section explains how to select measurement parameters. MS4630B Network Analyzer Measurement 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset µsec Measurement Frequency Span msec Frequency Span System Sweep Out/Input •...
Page 74: Setting A Frequency (Frequency, Span)
Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) Setting a Frequency (Frequency, Span) Set a measurement frequency using the keys. Frequency Span Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob Frequency Set a center or start frequency. FREQ Description of function Selects the center span setting mode, allowing you to set a center frequency. CENTER (0 to 300 MHz) Selects the start-stop setting mode, allowing you to set a start frequency.
Page 75: Settings Related To Input/Output (Out/Input)
5.2 Settings Related to Input/Output (Out/Input) Settings Related to Input/Output (Out/Input) Press the key and make input-/output-related settings using the soft key menu and window. Out/Input Out/Input Set an output power level and input range. 5.2.1 Output level Setting of the output level Use the soft key menu shown below to set the output level.
Page 76 Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) NOTE: *1 • The relationship among the above values can be expressed as follows (when output port A is selected): Output power = (Source power) – (Output attenuation) + (Offset) When output port B (2-branch output) is selected, 6 dB is subtracted from the output power. When output port B (3-branch output : option 14) is selected, 9.5 dB is subtracted from the output power.
Page 77: Input Range
5.2 Settings Related to Input/Output (Out/Input) 5.2.4 Input range Press the key and make the settings related to the input range using the following soft key menu and window. Out/Input Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob INPUT (2/2) Description of function RANGE-TA Allows you to set the input range of input port TA.
Page 78: Reference Impedance
Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) 5.2.6 Reference impedance Press the key and select REF IMPD from the following soft key menu to set the reference impedance: Out/Input Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob INPUT (2/2) Description of function RANGE-TA RANGE-TB RANGE-R INPUT IMPD...
Page 79: Improving The S/N Ratio And Setting An Delay
5.3 Improving the S/N Ratio and Setting an Delay Aperture (Group Delay Measurement)(Avg) Improving the S/N Ratio and Setting an Delay Aperture (Group Delay Measurement) (Avg) Press key and make settings using the following soft key menu and window: Set averaging, smoothing, delay, aperture, and resolution bandwidth. 5.3.1 Averaging Press the...
Page 80 Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) 5.3.2 Set the resolution bandwidth. Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob Description of function AVERAGE No SMOOTHING DELAY APERTURE Allows you to set a resolution bandwidth. AVERAGE FOR- NOTE: *1 One of the following values can be set for “RBW”: 3 Hz, 10 Hz, 30 Hz, 100 Hz, 300Hz, 500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, 3 kHz, 4 kHz, 5 kHz, 10 kHz, 20 kHz, and AUTO In the RBW auto-setting mode, the measurable minimum resolution bandwidth is automatically selected ac- cording to the current sweep time.
Page 81 5.3 Improving the S/N Ratio and Setting an Delay Aperture (Group Delay Measurement)(Avg) 5.3.4 Delay aperture Set the aperture for the group delay measurement. Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob Description of function AVERAGE No SMOOTHING DELAY Allows you to set an aperture for delay (group) delay measurement. APERTURE AVERAGE FORMAT...
Page 82: Settings Related To Sweep
Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) Settings Related to Sweep Press the key and make settings related to sweep using the displayed soft key menus and windows. Sweep Sweep Set sweep control, sweep time, and the number of sweep points. 5.4.1 Sweep time Press the...
Page 83: Number Of Measurement Points
5.4 Settings Related to Sweep 5.4.3 Number of measurement points Press the key and specify a number of measurement points using the displayed soft key menu and window. Sweep Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob SWEEP (1/2) Description of function REPEAT SINGLE STOP/CONT SWEEP TIME...
Page 84 Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) 5.4.5 Sweep by external trigger Press the key and make sweep-related settings using the displayed soft key menu and window. Sweep Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob SWEEP (1/2) Description of function REPEAT SINGLE STOP/CONT SWEEP TIME setup...
Page 85: List Sweep
5.4 Settings Related to Sweep 5.4.6 List sweep What is list sweep? The device stores in itself the measurement conditions corresponding to the measurement points on the frequency axis (horizontal axis) in the measurement screen, as data tables. In the actual sweep measurement, the device refers to the data in these tables to set the conditions.
Page 86 Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) The following explains the details of measurement condition data tables. Frequency data table A frequency data table stores the data of measurement frequencies corresponding to each measurement point (X- axis). Normally, when a measurement parameter related to frequencies such as the center frequency or the frequency span is set, the data for all the measurement points at that time is automatically created inside the device.
Page 87 5.4 Settings Related to Sweep SWEEP (2/2) Description of function LIST SWEEP Displays the contents of tables of measurement conditions for list sweep in a list. LIST LIST SWEEP EDIT LIST SWEEP GUARD FULL/MKR etc. Returns to the previous menu. -LIST SWEEP LIST- WINDOW <<...
Page 88 Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) Power: Indicates the output power corresponding to each measurement point. This item is used if the power sweep function is turned ON. Otherwise, this item indicates ******** and cannot be changed. Description of operation The list screen, when brought up, shows the data entry area, “LIST CURRENT POINT:”...
Page 89 5.4 Settings Related to Sweep SWEEP (2/2) Description of function LIST SWEEP LIST LIST SWEEP Brings up a window to change the contents of tables of measurement conditions EDIT for list sweep. LIST SWEEP GUARD FULL/MKR etc. Returns to the previous menu. -LIST SWEEP EDIT- WINDOW POINT: Sets the current point.
Page 90 Section 5 Selecting Measurement Parameters (Measurement Group) The following describes the various ways of performing the update. 1. REPLACE Replaces the condition at the current point with a new ones. 2. INSERT Inserts a new condition at the current point. The old data at the current point as well as the data at any following points is accordingly moved down.
Page 91 5.4 Settings Related to Sweep 5.4.7 Marker sweep Press the SWEEP switch to display the software key menu to switch between marker sweep and full sweep. SWEEP (2/2) Description of function LIST SWEEP LIST LIST SWEEP EDIT LIST SWEEP GUARD FULL/MKR Switches between full-band sweep (FULL) and marker sweep (MKR).
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Page 93: Display (Display Group)
Section 6 Display (Display Group) This section explains various functions for displaying easy-to-read measurement waveforms. MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Display Preset µsec Measurement Frequency Span msec System Sweep Out/Input • +/–...
Page 94: Active Trace (Active)
Section 6 Display (Display Group) Active Trace (Active) Press the key to select an active trace. Active Select a trace whose settings are effective (active trace). Active You can use this key only when two traces are displayed for one measurement channel. Pressing the key toggles between A (trace A) and B (trace B).
Page 95: Setting A Scale (Scale)
6.2 Setting a Scale (Scale) Setting a Scale (Scale) Press the key to make scale-related settings. Scale Scale Set the scale of the displayed trace. 6.2.1 Scale Press the key and select AUTO SCALE or SCALE from the soft key menu to set the screen scale. Scale Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob SCALE...
Page 96: Auto Scale
Section 6 Display (Display Group) 6.2.3 Offset line Press the key and select OFS LINE from the soft key menu to set a reference line for screen display offset. Scale Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob SCALE Description of function AUTO SCALE SCALE OFFSET OFS LINE...
Page 97: Setting The Display Screen (Trace)
6.3 Setting the Display Screen (Trace) Setting the Display Screen (Trace) Press the key to make the setting related to the display screen. Trace Trace Set a trace display type and scale grid display type, select display items, and make subtrace-related settings. 6.3.1 Split display Press the...
Page 98 Section 6 Display (Display Group) 6.3.3 Waveform overwrite Press the key and select OVER WRITE from the soft key menu to turn ON/OFF the waveform overwrite function. Trace TRACE(1/2) Description of function SPLIT DISP STORAGE OVER WRITE Allows you to turn ON/OFF the waveform overwrite function. GRID DISPLAY ITEM...
Page 99 6.3 Setting the Display Screen (Trace) 6.3.5 Selecting the items to display or clear Press the key and select the items to display or clear using the following soft key menu and window. Trace Select an item to be deleted on the window. The selected item constitutes the deletion target. TRACE (1/2) Description of function SPLIT DISP...
Page 100: Displaying All Items At The Touch Of A Key (Display All)
If a subtrace waveform is recalled from a floppy disk, internal memory, or PMC, the MT-ST function cannot be performed again using the recalled data. Displaying All Items at the Touch of a Key (Display All) Display all key MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels...
Page 101: Turning The Backlight On/Off (Backlight On/Off)
6.5 Turning the Backlight ON/OFF (Backlight ON/OFF) Turning the Backlight ON/OFF (Backlight ON/OFF) Backlight Off key MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset µsec Measurement Backlight Off Frequency Span msec System Sweep Out/Input •...
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Page 103: Major Functions
Section 7 Marker (Marker Group) This section explains how to use markers when reading measured values from measurement waveforms. Marker MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset µsec Measurement Frequency Span msec Marker...
Page 104: Setting, Moving, And Displaying Markers (Marker)
Section 7 Marker (Marker Group) Setting, Moving, and Displaying Markers (Marker) 7.1.1 Setting and moving markers Press the key and set and move markers using the soft key menus below. Marker Marker Set/move a marker and set a display mode. Moving the active marker and setting a new marker.
Page 105 7.1 Setting, Moving, and Displaying Markers (Marker) Deleting the marker. Delete a marker selected as the active marker. MARKER (1/2) Description of function SCROLL Deletes a marker selected as the active marker. REF MKR No COUPLED MARKER etc. Switches to the next menu. Setting the reference marker.
Page 106 Section 7 Marker (Marker Group) 7.1.2 Displaying a special marker (delta marker, zero marker, or marker list) Press the key and switch the indicated value of the marker using the soft key menus below. Marker MARKER (2/2) Description of function NORMAL Select a normal marker.
Page 107: Useful Marker Functions (Fctn)
7.2 Useful Marker Functions (Fctn) Useful Marker Functions (Fctn) Press the key and perform various marker functions using the soft key menus below. Fctn 7.2.1 Moving a marker (MAX, MIN, ± PEAK, tracking) Fctn Perform a marker function. FUNCTION (1/2) Description of function MKR→MAX Moves the marker to the maximum value on the waveform.
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Page 109: Calibration (Calibration Group)
Section 8 Calibration (Calibration Group) This section explains the calibration which is necessary to eliminate errors in the values measured by the measuring system. MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset Calibration µsec...
Page 110: Explanation
Section 8 Calibration (Calibration Group) Explanation This system supports the following two methods of correcting errors in the values measured by the measuring system: Normalization Vector error calibration These methods have both advantages and disadvantages, so you must select either method according to your purpose. Let’s take a look at the differences between these two methods.
Page 111: Normalization (X-S)
8.2 Normalization (X-S) Normalization (X-S) 8.2.1 Fetching reference data X→S Fetch the reference data for normalization. • The normalization method displays the difference between the reference data stored in the system and the data ob- tained by actually carrying out a sweep measurement. •...
Page 112: Vector Errors Calibration (Cal)
Section 8 Calibration (Calibration Group) Vector Errors Calibration (Cal) Press the key and set and carry out vector error calibration. Select a calibration method, fetch calibration data, and make error calculations. 8.3.1 Preparation for calibration • The soft key menu to be displayed depends on the calibration method used. •...
Page 113: Calibration Procedure
8.3 Vector Errors Calibration (Cal) 8.3.2 Calibration procedure Set up the measuring system using various calibration tools (THROUGH LINE, OPEN STD, SHORT STD, LOAD STD, etc.) Start fetching the calibration data. Calibration data states are indicated by the following messages in menus. “Default”: Calibration data has not been fetched into the system completely.
Page 114 Section 8 Calibration (Calibration Group) <1PORT OSL calibration> 1PORT OSL Description of function OPEN Starts fetching OPEN STD calibration data. SHORT Starts fetching SHORT STD calibration data. LOAD Starts fetching LOAD STD calibration data. SETUP Displays the window for selecting a calibration method and setting conditions. CAL ON Starts calculating error calibration data and turns ON the calibration/measurement function.
Page 115 8.3 Vector Errors Calibration (Cal) Probe +12V Source 100mA Outputs Inputs A (Opt B) Max +20dBm THROUGH LINE SWR Bridge OPEN STD. SHORT STD. LOAD STD. Example of setup for 1PATH 2PORT calibration Precautions for 1PATH 2PORT calibration • Since this calibration is performed using the calibration data on two channels, an input port TB (optional unit) is required.
Page 116 Section 8 Calibration (Calibration Group) <PI NET calibration> PI-NET Description of function OPEN Starts fetching transfer OPEN (open) calibration data. SHORT Starts fetching transfer SHORT (through) calibration data. SETUP Displays the window for selecting a calibration method and setting conditions. CAL ON Starts calculating error calibration data and turns ON the calibration/measurement function.
Page 117: Interpolating Calibration Data
8.4 Interpolating Calibration Data Interpolating Calibration Data If the measurement frequency range and measurement point are changed after completion of vector error calibration, it is common practice to create new calibration data to obtain a correct calibration result. With this system, however, press from the soft key menu after setting a new frequency and point compares the old one with the new one to create calibration data for the new frequency and point, allowing you to obtain a calibration result which is close to the calibration result obtained using new calibration data.
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Page 119: Analysis Of Measurement Data (Utility Group)
Section 9 Analysis of Measurement Data (Utility Group) This section explains three analysis functions supported by this system: filter analysis, resonator analysis, and limit test. MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Shift Channels Marker Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset Utility µsec...
Page 120: Filter Analysis Function (Filter)
Section 9 Analysis of Measurement Data (Utility Group) Filter Analysis Function (Filter) Limit Press the key and set and perform the filter analysis function using the displayed soft key menu and window. Filter Limit Analyze a filter. Filter FILTER Description of function ANALYSIS Allows you to turn ON/OFF the filter analysis function.
Page 121 9.1 Filter Analysis Function (Filter) Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob -SETUP- WINDOW FILTER CF: Set the nominal center frequency of the filter to analyze. NOTE: When 0 Hz is set or the set frequency is not included in the measurement band, an analysis is carried out assuming that the current center frequency is the nominal center frequency.
Page 122 Section 9 Analysis of Measurement Data (Utility Group) FILTER CF (Nominal center frequency) X1 dB X2 dB ∆FL1 ∆FR1 ∆FL2 ∆FR2 FL2 FL1 REF FOR INSERTION LOSS = FILTER CF REF FOR XdB DOWN BW = Analysis parameter for FILTER CF Example of analysis result Filter analysis result www.valuetronics.com...
Page 123: Resonator Analysis Function (Resonator)
9.2 Resonator Analysis Function (Resonator) Resonator Analysis Function (Resonator) Press the key and set and perform the resonator analysis function using the displayed soft key menu and window. Resonator Resonator Analyze a resonator. RESONATOR Description of function ANALYSIS Allows you to turn ON/OFF the resonator analysis function. setup Displays the window for setting analysis conditions.
Page 124 Section 9 Analysis of Measurement Data (Utility Group) “RESON2”: A 4-element equivalent circuit is analyzed. Fr, Zr, Fa, Za Series resonance frequency (frequency at maximum conductance G) R1: Series resistance CO: Parallel capacitance (C0=C1×Fr /(Fa –Fr C1: Series capacity (C1=1/(2πFs×Q×R1)) Series inductance (L1=Q×R1/ 2πFs)) Quality coefficient (Q=Fs/(F2–F1)) F1 and F2 are low and high frequencies at (maximum conductance)/2.
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Page 126: Limit Test (Limit)
Section 9 Analysis of Measurement Data (Utility Group) Limit Test (Limit) Limit Shift Press keys and set and perform the limit test function using the displayed soft key menu and window. Filter Shift Test the trace data according to the standard line. Limit Filter LIMIT...
Page 127 9.3 Limit Test (Limit) -LINE ENTRY- WINDOW LIMIT TYPE: Set a standard line type. SINGLE: Sets data that can be represented only by a y-coordinate. The data is con- stant for all frequencies. SEGMENT: Sets data with a combination of (f0, y0) and (f1, y1). (Max. 10 segments) SINGLE SEGMENT (f1, y1)
Page 128 Section 9 Analysis of Measurement Data (Utility Group) -UPPER (LOWER) LIMIT CLEAR- WINDOW (SEGMENT) SEGMENT Set the number of the segment to clear. START Set the f0 value of the upper (lower) limit standard value. Set the y0 value of the upper (lower) limit standard value. Set the f1 value of the upper (lower) limit standard value.
Page 129 Section 10 Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy/Memory Group) This section explains how to output a hard copy and save/recall measurement conditions and result onto/from the floppy disk. MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format...
Page 130 Section 10 Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy/Memory Group) 10.1 Outputting a Hard Copy of Screen Data (Copy) Control Starts outputting a hard copy to the printer or FD. Copy • The lamp is lit while hard copy data is being output. •...
Page 131 10.2 Making Settings Related to the Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy, Control, Local) GPIB related setting Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob -GPIB- WINDOW GPIB MY ADDRESS: Set the GPIB address of this system. CONTROL FUNCTION: Switch between the GPIB DEVICE and CONTROLLER modes of this system. ENABLE REGISTER ALL: Set the GPIB enable register.
Page 132 Section 10 Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy/Memory Group) Hard copy related setting Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob -HARD COPY- WINDOW COPY DEVICE: Set the hard copy output device or output data format. 1. VIDEO OUT: Selects the video plotter connected to the Separate Video terminal on the rear panel of the system.
Page 133: Local Key
10.2 Making Settings Related to the Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy, Control, Local) • Directory Files are created under the ¥MS4630¥ directory. NOTE: • If a file of the same file name already exists on the FD, it is overwritten. •...
Page 134 Section 10 Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy/Memory Group) 10.3 Save/Recall Save/ Save/recall trace data and measurement conditions in/from an auxiliary storage device. Recall SAV/RCL (1/2) Description of function INDEX RCL Recalls data according to the title label of a file. RECALL Recalls data by entering a file number (00 to 99.) SAVE...
Page 135 10.3 Save/Recall Save -SAVE- WINDOW DATA SIZE: Display the data size of the item selected to be saved. CH1 (CH2) SAVE ITEM: Select an item to save. PARAM: Measurement conditions CAL-DATA: Calibration data X-DATA: Display trace data (TRACE-A, TRACE-B) S-DATA: Standard data for normalization (data corresponding to TRACE-A and TRACE-B) FREQ-TB:...
Page 136 Section 10 Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy/Memory Group) Selecting the drive Select a drive which will constitute the target of Save, Recall and File Management operations. Effective key: Ten-key, knob -DRIVE- WINDOW DRIVE: 1. INT MEN: Internal memory (Note) 2.
Page 137 10.3 Save/Recall • Types of data to be saved In the case of single trace (one measured waveform), one type of array data is saved for each measurement channel. In the case of dual trace (two measured waveforms), two types of array data are saved. Suppose two types of array data are defined as XA(*) and XB(*), then they will be saved according to the table shown below.
Page 138 Section 10 Hard Copy and Remote Control (Copy/Memory Group) • Number of array data items to be saved Measurement data items between the first measure point and the (number of measure point - 1)th measure point are saved. • Format of data to be saved One type of array data (XA(*)) Two types of array data (XA(*) and XB(*)) XA(0)
Page 139 10.3 Save/Recall • Number of measure points: 11 Measurement format: LOG MAG and PHASE (In the case of dual trace, LOG MAG measurement data is output as array data XA(*) and PHASE measurement data is output as array data XB(*).) XA(*): Each LOG MAG XB(*): Each PHASE measurement data...
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Page 141: Section 11 System
Section 11 System This section explains important functions whose settings need not be changed frequently. MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset µsec Measurement System Frequency Span msec System Sweep Out/Input • +/–...
Page 142 Section 11 System 11.1 Switching between Marker Setting Modes (Frequency/Point) Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob SYSTEM Description of function USER Allows you to set a marker setting mode and an impedance measurement mode. PRESET CLOCK OPTION COLOR SELF TEST -USER PRESET- WINDOW MKR SETTING MODE: Set a position/frequency marker.
Page 143: Setting The Date And Time
11.4 Checking Options 11.3 Setting the Date and Time Effective key: Ten-key SYSTEM Description of function USER PRESET CLOCK Allows you to set the clock. OPTION COLOR SELF TEST -CLOCK- WINDOW DATE: Set the Gregorian year, month, and day (yy/mm/dd). TIME: Set the hour, minute, and second (hh:mm:ss) based on the 24-hour system.
Page 144 Section 11 System 11.5 Setting a Display Color Effective key: Ten-key, rotary knob SYSTEM Description of function USER PRESET CLOCK OPTION COLOR Allows you to set a display color. SELF TEST -COLOR- WINDOW PLANE: Select an item whose color is to be changed. COLOR No: Specify a color with a number (0 to 15).
Page 145: Section 12 Measurements
Section 12 Measurements This section gives typical examples of measurements of transfer and reflection characteristics and impedance. For the calibration to be performed before measurements, see Section 8. For key operations, see Sections 3-7. All operation procedures covered in this section must start with presetting. Defaults of typical parameters are listed below.
Page 146: Analyzing A Network
Section 12 Measurements 12.1 Analyzing a Network The network analyzer analyzes a network by measuring its transfer and reflection characteristics using a sine wave. Transfer characteristics are represented by Etr/Ein (Etr means a transmission voltage and Ein means an input voltage) and reflection characteristics are represented by Ere/Ein (Ere means a reflection voltage and Ein mean an input voltage).
Page 147 12.1 Analyzing a Network In the above figure, R is the characteristic impedance of the measurement system and E and E are reference and test end voltages. In this case, the transfer coefficient K is found by ........................ (A) Where, |K|: Magnitude ratio, φ:...
Page 148: Reflection Characteristics
Section 12 Measurements 12.1.2 Reflection characteristics Reflection bridge Measurement of reflection characteristics In the above figure, R is the characteristic impedance of the measurement system and ER and ET are reference and test end voltages. In this case, the reflection coefficient Γ is found by ........................
Page 149 12.1 Analyzing a Network The Q and D of the inductance or capacitance of this circuit are expressed as follows: ................................(E) .................................. (F) – ..................(G) = Re (Y = Tm (Y This can be expressed by the following parallel equivalent circuit: R=I/G R=I/G ω...
Page 150: Basics Of Measurement
Section 12 Measurements 12.2 Basics of Measurement This section explains important basic items that must be set in addition to measurement items. Dynamic range (a) Dynamic range A dynamic range is defined from the maximum input level to the average noise level. “Maximum input level” does not mean the absolute maximum rating specified for protecting the system but it means the maximum input level specified for maintaining the linearity of the receiver circuit (i.e., input range of each reception port).
Page 151: Measuring Transfer Characteristics
Measurement of logarithmic magnitude: Single trace When measuring the logarithmic magnitude, select LOGMAG as an analysis format. When this format is selected, the X- axis represents frequencies and the Y-axis represents magnitude ratios in dB. Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels...
Page 152 Section 12 Measurements Measurement procedure Step Description of operation Configure a measuring system to which a DUT (device under test) is connected, according to the Setup Drawing. Press in the Measurement group. Press the soft key and set the following param- Out/Input eter: POWER:...
Page 153: Measuring A Magnitude And Phase Simultaneously: Dual Trace
12.3.2 Measuring a magnitude and phase simultaneously: Dual trace Measure the magnitude in the analysis format, MAG & PHA mode. Trace A indicates the logarithmic magnitude and trace B indicates the phase. Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift...
Page 154: Measuring A Group Delay
Section 12 Measurements Step Description of operation Press in the Display group to turn on the B lamp, then press . Using soft keys, adjust the Scale Active scale and offset so that the trace B waveform (phase) is displayed at the optimum position on the screen. 12.3.3 Measuring a group delay Group delay τ...
Page 155 12.3 Measuring Transfer Characteristics Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset µsec Measurement msec Frequency Span System Sweep Out/Input • +/– Enter Remote Calibration Utility Copy/Memory Limit Control Local Save/ X→S X–S...
Page 156 Section 12 Measurements Step Description of operation Press in the Measurement group. Pressing the soft key allows you to enter a Scale smoothing aperture value. To minimize the measurement error, enter the minimum value (%) which will maximize the peak values (marked with ) on the waveform.
Page 157: Measuring Impedance Using A Transfer Method
When the transfer method is used, a pi network jig is used normally. Let’s measure the impedance of the 1 µH inductance using a pi network jig whose measurement terminal impedance is 12.5 Ω and obtain the R-L (or C) series equivalent constant. Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels...
Page 158 Section 12 Measurements Measurement procedure Step Description of operation System Shift Press , then press (SYSTEM) on the numeric keypad. Press the soft key and select TRANSFER (transfer method) for IMPD MEASURE- MENT. NOTE: The contents of SYSTEM do not change if presetting is performed. Configure a measuring system to which a DUT (device under test) is connected, according to the Setup Drawing.
Page 159 12.3 Measuring Transfer Characteristics Step Description of operation Press in the Marker group and adjust the marker to the frequency at which impedance is to be Marker measured. The impedance at the marker point is displayed as “_Ω_deg”. Change the marker value to the R-L (or C) series equivalent constant. Press in the Channels group, then press the soft key.
Page 160: Measuring Reflection Characteristics
Select a LOGMAG as an analysis format. When this format is selected, the ratio of reflected energy to incident energy is measured in dB, allowing you to read the return loss directly. In the measurement procedure described below, RESPONSE calibration is used. Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels...
Page 161 12.4 Measuring Reflection Characteristics Measurement procedure Step Description of operation Configure a measuring system to which a DUT (device under test) is connected, according to the Setup Drawing. Press in the Measurement group. Press the soft key and set the following param- Frequency eter: CENTER:...
Page 162: Measuring A Reflection Coefficient
θ = phase angle) to be measured at the same time. Since the polar coordinate system does not have a frequency axis, use the marker to read frequencies. In the measurement procedure described below, 1PORT OSL calibration is used. Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels...
Page 163 12.4 Measuring Reflection Characteristics Measurement procedure Step Description of operation Configure a measuring system to which a DUT (device under test) is connected, according to the Setup Drawing. Press in the Measurement group, then press the “more” soft key. Format Press the soft key once and press to open the FORMAT window.
Page 164 Section 12 Measurements Step Description of operation Press the key in the Display group. Using soft keys, adjust the scale and offset so that the trace Scale waveform is displayed at the optimum position on the screen. Switch the display format to the polar coordinate format. Press in the Channels group, then press .
Page 165: Measuring Impedance
FORMAT window, select “1. Z∠θ”, “2. Rs/Ls”, Cs”, “3. Q/D”, or “4. R+jX” from the IMPD MARKER FORMAT for IMPD CHART menu. Then, the result of measurements at the active marker appears. In the measurement procedure described below, 1PORT OSL calibration is used. Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels...
Page 166 Section 12 Measurements Measurement procedure Step Description of operation System Shift Press , then press (SYSTEM) on the numeric keypad. Press the soft key and select REFLECTION (reflection method) for IMPD MEASURE- MENT. NOTE: The contents of SYSTEM do not change if presetting is performed. Configure a measuring system to which a DUT (device under test) is connected, according to the Setup Drawing.
Page 167 12.4 Measuring Reflection Characteristics Step Description of operation In the FORMAT window, select “1. Z∠θ”, “2. Rs/Ls”, Cs”, “3. Q/D”, or “4. R+jX” from the IMPD MARKER FORMAT for IMPD CHART menu. Then, the result of measurements at the active marker appears.
Page 168: Measuring Transfer And Reflection Characteristics Simultaneously (Option 12)
TA and the output of the DUT is connected to the reception port TB, the analysis port of CH1 must be connected to TA/R and the analysis port of CH2 must be connected to TB/R. Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz...
Page 169 12.5 Measuring Transfer and Reflection Characteristics Simultaneously (Option 12) Measurement procedure Step Description of operation Configure a measuring system to which a DUT (device under test) is connected, according to the Setup Drawing. Press in the Channel group, then press Menu Make sure the CH1-side lamp on the key is lit (CH1 is active), press the...
Page 170 Section 12 Measurements Step Description of operation Press the key in the Display section. Using soft keys, adjust the scale and offset so that the trace Scale waveform is displayed at the optimum position on the screen. NOTE: To use the 1PATH 2PORT calibration method, be sure to perform the following operations: •...
Page 171: Measuring A Filter
Bandwidth at a 40 dB down point from 90 MHz • Insertion loss at 90 MHz • Center frequency of filter • Q value • Shape factor Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format...
Page 172 Section 12 Measurements Step Description of operation Press the soft key. The calibration function is turned on. Disconnect the through line and reconnect the DUT. Limit Press in the Utility group, then press Filter In the FILTER ANALYSIS window, set the following parameters: FILTER CF: 90 MHz REF for IL CALC:...
Page 173: Measuring A Resonator
• Resonance frequency and impedance (Fr, Zr) • Antiresonance frequency and impedance (Fa, Za) • Series resonance frequency (Fs) • Four-element equivalent circuit (R1, C1, L1, C0) • Setup MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas...
Page 174 Section 12 Measurements Measurement procedure Step Description of operation System Shift Press , then press (SYSTEM). Press to display the USER PRESET window, then select TRANSFER (transfer method) for IMPD MEASUREMENT. NOTE: The contents of SYSTEM do not change if presetting is performed. Configure a measuring system to which a DUT (device under test) is connected, according to the Setup Drawing.
Page 175 12.7 Measuring a Resonator Step Description of operation In the RESONATOR ANALYSIS window, set the following parameters: START FREQ: 19.95 MHz ENDFREQ: 20.05 MHz FREQ DISP DIGITS: Press Press to set it on. 12-31 www.valuetronics.com...
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Page 177 Section 13 Performance Tests This section explains the measuring devices, setup, and procedures for performing performance tests. 13.1 Cases where Performance Tests are Required ......13-2 13.2 List of Measuring Devices Used for Performance Tests ... 13-3 13.3 Performance Test ..............13-4 13.3.1 Reference resonator frequency stability ....
Page 178: Cases Where Performance Tests Are Required
Section 13 Performance Tests 13.1 Cases where Performance Tests are Required Performance tests are performed, as part of the preventive maintenance, to prevent the system performance from being impaired. Performance tests must be performed after acceptance inspection, periodic inspection, or repair. After acceptance inspection, periodic inspection, or repair, perform the following performance tests: •...
Page 179: List Of Measuring Devices Used For Performance Tests
13.2 List of Measuring Devices Used for Performance Tests 13.2 List of Measuring Devices Used for Performance Tests Measuring Recommended Required performance Test item device device Frequency range: 10 Hz to 300 MHz Reference resonator frequen- Frequency Number of display digits: 10 cy stability MF1603A counter...
Page 180: Performance Test
Section 13 Performance Tests 13.3 Performance Test Before conducting a performance test, warm up the DUT and measuring devices for at least 30 minutes unless otherwise specified. To obtain the most accurate result, the test must be conducted at room temperature, the AC supply voltage must not fluctuate greatly, and there must be no problem associated with noise, vibration, dust, and moisture.
Page 181 13.3 Performance Test Test procedure Aging rate: This measurement must be performed in a place where the ambient tempera- ture is 23 ± 3 ˚C and there is no vibration. Step Description of operation Turn on the DUT. Measure frequency using a frequency counter 15 minutes (standard) or 24 hours (option 13) after power- Measure frequency using a frequency counter 24 hours after the above measurement.
Page 182: Transmitter Circuit Characteristic: Output Frequency
The input frequency can be obtained by measuring the output frequency. Test standard • Output frequency range: 10 Hz to 300 MHz (0.01-Hz resolution) Measuring device • Frequency counter Setup MS4630B Ext. input (rear panel) Frequency counter OUTPUT A FREQ STD. 10 MHz OUTPUT INPUT Output frequency test Test procedure...
Page 183: Transmitter Circuit Characteristic: Output Level Accuracy
Output level accuracy: ±1 dB or less (100 MHz frequency, A output, at +10 dB) Measuring devices • Power meter • Power sensor Power meter MS4630B INPUT OUTPUT A 6 dB ATT Power sensor Output level accuracy test Setup Test procedure...
Page 184: Transmitter Circuit Characteristic: Output Level Linearity
±0.5 dB or less (A output, 100 MHz frequency, 0 dBm reference, at 0 to +21 dBm) Measuring devices • Power meter • Power sensor Setup Power meter MS4630B INPUT OUTPUT A 6 dB ATT Power sensor Output level linearity test Test procedure Step Description of operation Zero-adjust the power meter and adjust the sensor sensitivity.
Page 185: Transmitter Circuit Characteristic: Output Level Deviation
±1.5 dB or less (A output, at +10 dBm, 100 MHz reference) Measuring devices • Power meter • Power sensor • Audio analyzer Setup Power meter MS4630B INPUT OUTPUT A Power sensor (100 kHz-300 MHz) Audio analyzer 50 Ω (10 Hz-100 kHz) Output level deviation test 13-9...
Page 186 Section 13 Performance Tests Test procedure 100 kHz to 300 MHz test: This test must be performed using a power meter. Step Description of operation Zero-adjust the power meter and adjust the sensor sensitivity. Set the center frequency of this system to 100 MHz, span to 0 Hz, output port to port A, and output level to +10 dBm.
Page 187: Transmitter Circuit Characteristic: Output Level Step Error (Option 10)
The output level step error test can be performed only when option 10 is provided. Test standard • Output level step error: ±0.5 dB (option 10) Measuring device None (MS4630B) Setup MS4630B OUTPUT A INPUT R Output level step error test...
Page 188: Receiver Circuit Characteristic: Average Noise Level
• Average noise level: ≤–120 dBm (1 MHz to 300 MHz, RBW: At 1 kHz) ≤–110 dBm (80 kHz to 1 MHz, RBW: At 1 kHz) Measuring device None (MS4630B) Setup MS4630B OUTPUT A 50 Ω terminator Average noise level test...
Page 189: Receiver Circuit Characteristic: Cross Talk
Between channels: ≥120 dB (80 kHz to 300 MHz) ≥110 dB (10 Hz to 80 kHz) Between transmitter and receiver circuits: ≥125 dB Measuring device None (MS4630B) Setup MS4630B 20 dB ATT (Connect 50 Ω terminator when measuring cross talk between transmitter...
Page 190 Section 13 Performance Tests Test procedure Cross talk between channels Step Description of operation Connect output A and R of this system. Set the start frequency of this system to 10 kHz, stop frequency to 300 MHz, RBW to 3 Hz, output port to port A, output level to 0 dBm, and analysis port to TA/R.
Page 191: Receiver Circuit Characteristic: Magnitude Dynamic Accuracy
–90 to –100 dB ≤±4.00 dB – Measuring device • Standard attenuator: Attenuator with standard calibration accuracy (10 dB/0.01 dB) Setup MS4630B Power meter Power sensor Standard 10 dB or 20 dB ATT 10 dB ATT attenuator P-ATT Magnitude dynamic accuracy test...
Page 192 Section 13 Performance Tests Step Description of operation Disconnect the power meter, connect it to the TA, and set the standard attenuator to 10 dB. Press “X→S” to perform normalization. Set the standard attenuator to 0 dB. Perform a single sweep to read the marker value. The reading becomes measurement data A0. Set the standard attenuator to 20 dB and 30 dB, and perform step 8 repeatedly to obtain measurement data A20 and A30.
Page 193: 13.3.10 Receiver Circuit Characteristic: Phase Dynamic Accuracy
≤±6.0 deg ≤±20.0 deg –90 to –100 dB ≤±20.0 deg – Measuring device • Standard attenuator: Attenuator with standard calibration accuracy (10 dB/0.01 dB) Setup MS4630B Power meter Power sensor Power divider Standard attenuator P-ATT Phase dynamic accuracy test 13-17 www.valuetronics.com...
Page 194 Section 13 Performance Tests Operation procedure Step Description of operation Set the span of this system to 0 Hz, RBW to 30 Hz, output port to A, analysis port to TA/R, analysis format to PHASE, R’s input range to 0 dBm, TA’s input range to 0 dBm, and smoothing aperture to 10 %. Set the center frequency of this system to the target frequency.
Page 195: Section 14 Maintenance
Section 14 Maintenance This section explains daily maintenance, long-period storage, repackaging, and transportation. 14.1 Cleaning the Cabinet ..............14-2 14.2 Notes on Storage ..............14-3 14.2.1 Precautions for storage ..........14-3 14.2.2 Recommended storage conditions ........ 14-3 14.3 Repackaging and transporting the System to Return ....14-4 14.3.1 Repackaging ..............
Page 196: Cleaning The Cabinet
Section 14 Maintenance 14.1 Cleaning the Cabinet Before cleaning the cabinet, be sure to turn off the POWER switch and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Clean the cabinet in the following manner: • Wipe the cabinet with a dry, soft cloth. •...
Page 197: Notes On Storage
14.2 Notes on Storage 14.2 Notes on Storage This section gives notes on storing the system for a long period or time. 14.2.1 Precautions for storage Remove dust, fingerprints, and other stains. Do not store the system in the following places: (a) Place exposed to direct sunlight or dusty place (b) Humid place where condensation occurs (c) Place exposed to active gas or acid...
Page 198: Repackaging And Transporting The System To Return
Section 14 Maintenance 14.3 Repackaging and transporting the System to Return When returning the system to Anritsu for repair, follow the precautions given below. 14.3.1 Repackaging Use the original packing material. To use other packing material, observe the following precautions: Wrap the system with a plastic bag or sheet.
Page 199 Appendixes Appendix A Performance Test Result Form ........Appendix B List of Defaults ............... Appendix C List of Controls and Connectors on Front and Rear Panels ..............Appendix D List of Error Message ............. Appendix E Example of Settings for Video Plotter VP1500 II (Manufactured by SEIKOSYA) ........
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Page 201: Appendix A Performance Test Result Form
Appendix A Performance Test Result Form Before performing a performance test, copy the form shown here. After completion of the performance test, enter the result in the form. www.valuetronics.com...
Page 202 Appendix A Performance Test Result Form Test place: Report No. Date Person in charge System name: MS4630B network analyzer Serial No. Ambient temperature ˚C Supply frequency Relative humidity Supply voltage Remarks: Reference resonator frequency stability Aging rate Frequency measured 15...
Page 203 Performance Test Result Form Transmitter circuit characteristic: Output level linearity (15.3.4) Setting Minimum value Result Maximum value Frequency Output level +21 dBm –0.5 dB +0.5 dB +20 dBm –0.5 dB +0.5 dB +19 dBm –0.5 dB +0.5 dB +18 dBm –0.5 dB +0.5 dB +17 dBm...
Page 204 Appendix A Performance Test Result Form Transmitter circuit characteristic: Output level step error (option 10) (15.3.6) Output level Minimum value Result Maximum value 0→–0.01 dBm –0.5 dB 0.5 dB –10→–10.01 dBm –0.5 dB 0.5 dB –20→–20.01 dBm –0.5 dB 0.5 dB –30→–30.01 dBm –0.5 dB 0.5 dB...
Page 205 Performance Test Result Form Receiver circuit characteristic: Magnitude dynamic accuracy (15.3.9) Setting Value relative to Minimum value Result Maximum value Frequency input level 0 dB –0.20 dB 0.20 dB –20 dB –0.05 dB 0.05 dB –30 dB –0.05 dB 0.05 dB –40 dB –0.05 dB 0.05 dB...
Page 206 Appendix A Performance Test Result Form Receiver circuit characteristic: Phase dynamic accuracy (15.3.10) Setting Value relative to Minimum value Result Maximum value Frequency input level 0 dB –1.5 deg 1.5 deg –20 dB –0.3 deg 0.3 deg –30 dB –0.3 deg 0.3 deg –40 dB –0.3 deg...
Page 207: Appendix B List Of Defaults
Appendix B List of Defaults When channels 1 and 2 or traces A and B have the same default, only one default is written in the “Default” column. Key group Master key Function Default Channels Menu Measurement channel Coupled channel Active Active channel Meas...
Page 208 Appendix B Key group Master key Function Default Sweep Sweep trigger source Internal External trigger mode Normal External trigger slope Rising Display Active Active trace Trace A Scale Scale See Table 1 Offset See Table 1 Offset line See Table 1 Electric length 0.00 mm Trace...
Page 209 List of Defaults Table 1 Scale, offset, an offset line defaults by analysis format min = Minimum resolution Analysis format Scale default Offset default Offset line default LOGMAG 10 dB –50.000 dB 5 (Center) PHASE 50 deg 0.000 deg 5 (Center) DELAY min ×...
Page 210 Appendix B Table 3 Screen color defaults Screen name Screen No. Color default Back Ground Background Dark black Menu Screen 15 White Window Screen 4 Blue Chart-A Screen 13 Dark white Chart-B Screen 14 Dark white Trace-A Screen 8 Green Trace-B Screen 9 Yellow...
Page 211: Front Panel
Appendix C List of Controls and Connectors on Front and Rear Panels Front Panel Preset: Preset Pressing the key initializes all measurement parameters excluding some backup parameters. Local: Local Pressing the key stops remote control performed through the GPIB, allowing you to operate the front panel manually.
Page 212 Appendix C This connector is used to connect the keyboard for PTA. Display: A group of keys for the screen display. Outputs: A measurement signal output connector. Inputs: A measurement signal input connector. Probe source: This connector is used to supply power to an external application device. Copy/Memory: A group of keys used to create hard copies and save/recall data.
Page 213: Back Panel
Back Panel Module Bus: An extended bus connector used to control an external device (compatible with the Anritsu module bus). PTA I/O Port: This port is used to control an external device by the PTA function or to control PTA from outside. Control signals are all negative.
Page 214 Appendix C Fuse: A fuse holder containing two 5-A fuses. The symbol “T” stands for a pre-arcing time/current characteristic, indicating that there is a time lag before the fuse blows. These fuses conform to the IEC standard. For details, see the IEC Pub 127 sheet.
Page 215 MS4630B Network Analyzer 10Hz–300MHz Channels Marker Shift Menu Active Marker Meas Format Fctn Preset µsec Measurement Frequency Span msec System Sweep Out/Input • +/– Enter Remote Calibration Utility Copy/Memory Limit Control Local Save/ X→S X–S Filter Resonator Copy Recall Display...
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Page 217 Std Osc Buffer Output(10MHz) Input(5/10MHz) (TTL Level) (50Ω,≥7Vp-p) Ext Trigger Centronics (TTL Level) RS232C WARNING CAUTION LINE Input 47.5-63HZ,150VA Max 100-240V T 5A GPIB Module Bus PTA I/O Port Separate SH1 AH1 T6 L4 SR1 RL1 Video PPO DC1 DT1 C1-4 C24 E2 Fig.C-2 Back Panel www.valuetronics.com...
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Page 219: Appendix D List Of Error Message
Appendix D List of Error Message Media related error Error Detail Error Message MISSING MEDIA Media (Note) has not been mounted. NOT FORMATED Media (Note) has not been formatted. DIFFERENT FORMATTING The type of formatting is different. MEDIA PROTECTED Media is write protected. INVALID MEDIA Media (Note) is broken.
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Page 221 Video Plotter VP1500 II (Manufactured by SEIKOSYA) The following table lists the settings (examples) of the plotter used to output the separate video signal of the MS4630B network analyzer to the VP1500 II video plotter. Set the following items in this order according to the operation manual of this plotter.
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