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Service Guide E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Agilent Technologies PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Part Number E8364-90038 Printed in USA January 15, 2014 Supersedes: August 20, 2013 Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2008-2009, 2011-2014...
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Certification Agilent Technologies, Inc. certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Agilent Technologies, Inc. further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology, to the extent allowed by the Institute's calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members.
Assistance Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements are available for Agilent Technologies, Inc. products. For information about these agreements and for other assistance, contact Agilent. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12. Safety and Regulatory Information The safety and regulatory information pertaining to this product is located in Chapter 1, “Safety and...
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Printing Copies of Documentation from the Web To print copies of documentation from the Web, download the PDF file from the Agilent web site: • Go to www.agilent.com. • Enter the product model number in the search function and click Search.
Safety and Regulatory Information PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Information in This Chapter E8362C, E8363C, E836C Information in This Chapter This chapter provides safety information that will help protect you and your network analyzer. It also contains information that is required by various government regulatory agencies.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Safety and Regulatory Information E8362C, E8363C, E836C Safety Symbols Safety Symbols The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual. Familiarize yourself with each of the symbols and its meaning before operating this instrument. CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard.
Safety and Regulatory Information PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Safety Considerations E8362C, E8363C, E836C 61010-1:2001 and 664 respectively. CAUTION Ventilation Requirements: When installing the product in a cabinet, the convection into and out of the product must not be restricted. The ambient temperature (outside the cabinet) must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the instrument by 4 C for every...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Safety and Regulatory Information E8362C, E8363C, E836C General Safety Considerations WARNING For continued protection against fire hazard, replace line fuse only with same type and rating. The use of other fuses or material is prohibited.
Safety and Regulatory Information PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Electrostatic Discharge Protection E8362C, E8363C, E836C Electrostatic Discharge Protection Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while removing assemblies from or connecting cables to the network analyzer. Static electricity can build up on your body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Safety and Regulatory Information E8362C, E8363C, E836C Regulatory Information Regulatory Information This section contains information that is required by various government regulatory agencies. Service Guide E8364-90038...
“Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product. Do not dispose in domestic household waste. To return unwanted products, contact your local Agilent office, or see http://www.agilent.com/environment/product/ for more information. This product complies with the China RoHS regulation. A paper is included with the shipment that has a Toxic Substance Table showing the hazardous substances in the product.
If the battery on the A15 CPU board assembly needs to be disposed of, dispose of it in accordance with your country’s requirements. If required, you may return the battery to Agilent Technologies for disposal. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12 for assistance.
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Safety and Regulatory Information PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Regulatory Information E8362C, E8363C, E836C 1-10 Service Guide E8364-90038...
A list of service equipment that is required to Page 2-8 perform system verification, performance tests, adjustments, and troubleshooting. The Internet address (URL) for on-line assistance. Telephone and fax numbers for contacting Agilent for assistance. Agilent Support, Services, and Service and support options available. Page 2-11 Assistance Calibration options available.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Product Information E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Maintenance Maintenance WARNING To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the analyzer from the mains source before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts.
This upgrade—E8362CU-040—provides the additional hardware and software necessary to make frequency measurements up to 40 GHz with your E8362C PNA. If you have a standard E8362C PNA, then upgrade E8362CU-040 provides the additional hardware and software necessary to make frequency measurements up to 40 GHz.
2-7) or an external computer connected to a Local Area Network (LAN). This firmware is also available on the Internet at the Agilent website: http://www.agilent.com/find/pna. (Select your analyzer’s model number in this website to view available upgrades.) Option 1CM, Rack Mount Flange Kit for Instruments without Handles Option 1CM provides a rack mount kit that contains a pair of flanges, rack mount rails, and the necessary hardware to mount the analyzer in an equipment rack with 482.6 mm (19 inches) horizontal spacing.
General Product Information PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Analyzer Upgrades Available E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Option H11, IF Access This option adds additional hardware to your PNA that allows for external connection to the internal IF path of the PNA. This option requires that Options 014, 080, 081, and UNL also be installed.
Configurable test set (Option 014) E8362/3/4CU-014 Receiver attenuators (Option 016) E8362/3/4CU-016 Extended frequency range to 40 GHz for E8362C without Option 014 (Option 040) E8362CU-040 Extended frequency range to 40 GHz for E8362C with Option 014 (Option 041) E8362CU-041 Extended frequency range to 50 GHz for E8362C without Option 014 (Option 050)
General Product Information PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Required Service Test Equipment E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Required Service Test Equipment Recommended Alternate Model Critical Specifications Model or Part Equipment or Part Number Number Test Instruments and Software Freq: 10 MHz to 20 GHz...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Product Information E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Required Service Test Equipment Recommended Alternate Model Critical Specifications Model or Part Equipment or Part Number Number Calibration and Verification Kits Type-N calibration kit 85054B 85054D (E8362C) DC to 18 GHz...
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General Product Information PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Required Service Test Equipment E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Recommended Alternate Critical Specifications Model or Part Equipment Model Number Number Tools Extender board E8356-60021 None T-8 TORX driver 0.6 N-m (5 in-lb) setting 0.5, 0.8, and 1.0 N-m...
“Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12. If the warranty or calibration plan period has expired, these services are available on a per-incident basis. Visit this InfoLine web site or contact Agilent to obtain a quote. Service Guide E8364-90038 2-11...
• Include a complete description of the service requested or of the failure and a description of any failed test and any error message. • Remove and retain all rack mount hardware and front handles. The analyzer should be sent to Agilent in the same configuration it was originally shipped.
• The adjustments allow you to tune your analyzer for maximum response. NOTE A description of the performance tests in the Agilent N7840A software package is included in this chapter. The Agilent N7840A software package must be purchased separately. Chapter Three at-a-Glance...
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Page 3-29 Option H11, IF Access, How to verify the operation of Option H11, IF access. Operation Verification Page 3-30 A brief summary of each performance test in the Agilent N7840A software package: • Source Power Accuracy Test • Source Power Linearity Test •...
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Before You Begin E8362C, E8363C, E836C Before You Begin Before checking, verifying, or adjusting the analyzer, refer to the following paragraphs to: • make sure the operating environment is within its requirements •...
Prior to making connections to your analyzer, carefully review the information about inspecting, cleaning, and gaging connectors. Refer to the calibration kit documentation for detailed connector care information. For course numbers about additional connector care instruction, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12.
System specifications are applicable only when the measurement system is used to make error-corrected measurements. The analyzer's system specifications are described in the Agilent PNA Series Network Analyzer Technical Specifications and also in the analyzer’s on-line help system in the section titled “Corrected System Performance”.
If you have a measurement application that does not use all of the measurement capabilities of the analyzer, you may ask your local Agilent Technologies service office to verify only a subset of the specifications. However, this “limited calibration” creates the possibility of making inaccurate measurements if you then use the analyzer in an application requiring additional capabilities.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers ANSI/NCSL Z540–1–1994 Verification E8362C, E8363C, E836C ANSI/NCSL Z540–1–1994 Verification To meet the criteria for ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994, perform the preliminary checks and all performance tests without stopping to repair or adjust . Refer to Figure 3-1 for test flow.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Non-ANSI/NCSL Z540–1–1994 Verification Non-ANSI/NCSL Z540–1–1994 Verification For non-ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994, perform the preliminary checks and performance tests while stopping to troubleshoot. Refer to Figure 3-2 for test flow. Troubleshoot and repair the first problem encountered without continuing to other tests.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Preliminary Checks E8362C, E8363C, E836C Preliminary Checks Preliminary checks include the following: • “The Operator’s Check” on page 3-10 The operator’s check tests the network analyzer’s basic functionality of the source, switch, step attenuators, and receivers.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Preliminary Checks 4. If shorts and opens are not connected to all ports, you will be prompted to connect them as they are needed. 5. The result of the operator’s check will be shown as a PASS or FAIL next to each test (refer to Figure 3-3).
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Preliminary Checks E8362C, E8363C, E836C The Test Port Cable Checks A faulty test port cable can cause a failure in the verification test. The following checks are not required, but are recommended to verify the performance of the test port cable.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Preliminary Checks Cable Return Loss Check 1. Press Preset. 2. Perform a one-port calibration on Port 1, 1-Port Reflection. Refer to the embedded help in the analyzer if necessary.
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Preliminary Checks E8362C, E8363C, E836C Cable Insertion Loss Check 1. With the test port cable still connected to Port 1, connect a short to the other end of the cable. 2. From the Marker menu, click Marker Search. In the Marker Search dialog box, in the Search Type box, select Minimum.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Preliminary Checks Cable Magnitude and Phase Stability Check 1. With the test port cable still connected to Port 1, connect a short to the other end of the cable.
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Preliminary Checks E8362C, E8363C, E836C Figure 3-6 Typical Cable Magnitude and Phase Stability Response If the Cable Magnitude and Phase Stability Check Fails 1. Clean the cable and devices and torque connections to specifications (refer to “Review the Principles of...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Preliminary Checks Cable Connector Repeatability Check NOTE The connector repeatability measurement should be done at the test port as well as at the end of the test port cable.
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Preliminary Checks E8362C, E8363C, E836C Figure 3-7 Typical Cable Connector Repeatability Response If the Cable Connector Repeatability Check Fails 1. Clean the cable and devices, and torque connections to specifications (refer to “Review the Principles of...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C System Verification System Verification System verification is used to verify system-level, error-corrected uncertainty limits for network analyzer measurements. The verification procedure is automated and is contained in the firmware of the analyzer.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers System Verification E8362C, E8363C, E836C Measurement Uncertainty Measurement uncertainty is defined as the sum of: • the residual systematic (repeatable) errors, and • the random (non-repeatable) errors in the measurement system after calibration.
This is accomplished by measuring the devices in an Agilent verification kit. The measurement of the devices in the verification kit has a traceable path because the factory system that...
It is highly recommended that the test port cables to be regularly tested. If the system verification is performed with a non-Agilent cable, ensure that the cable meets or exceeds the specifications for the RF cable specified in the above table, “Equipment Supported by the System...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C System Verification Precautions for Handling Airlines The verification kit includes airlines. Follow the steps below to ensure good measurement techniques. • Be very careful not to drop the airline’s center or outer conductor. Irreparable damage will result if these devices are dropped.
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers System Verification E8362C, E8363C, E836C System Verification Procedure 1. Connect a cable to the analyzer as shown in Figure 3-11. If you desire printed test outputs, connect a printer to the analyzer. For the printer, ensure that the correct driver is loaded and the printer is defined as the default printer.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C System Verification 4. In the Calibration Kit box, select the calibration kit that is being used by clicking on it. The corresponding verification kit to use is selected for you and displayed in the Verification Kit box. Refer to Figure 3-12.
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers System Verification E8362C, E8363C, E836C If the System Fails the Verification Test IMPORTANT Inspect all connections. Do not remove the cable from the analyzer test port. This will invalidate the calibration that you performed earlier.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C System Verification Interpreting the Verification Results Figure 3-15 shows an example of typical verification results with Tabular Data selected in the Printer Output area of the System Verification dialog box.
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers System Verification E8362C, E8363C, E836C Figure 3-16 shows an example of typical verification results with Measurement Plots selected in the Printer Output area of the System Verification windows. The printed graphical results show the following: •...
To verify that the Option H11, IF Access, is functioning properly: 1. Download and install the verification program from the Web: a. Go to website: http://na.tm.agilent.com/pna/support/. b. Download file: H11VerifyInstall.exe to the C:\ drive on the PNA. c. After the file has finished loading, double click on the filename. At this point the file will self-extract and load into its default file location.
E8362C, E8363C, E836C Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) The Agilent N7840A software package verifies the electrical performance of your E8362/3/4C PNA series microwave network analyzer. The software automatically configures your analyzer to execute the performance tests. The N7840A software package is not included with the analyzer; it must be ordered separately.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) Source Maximum Power Output Test Function of the Test: To confirm the maximum source output power of your network analyzer over its full frequency range.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) E8362C, E8363C, E836C Frequency Accuracy Test Function of the Test: To verify the frequency accuracy and range of the analyzer’s source output. Specification Tested: Test Port Output–CW Accuracy Equipment Used: A frequency counter, a test cable, and adapters.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) Receiver Compression Test Function of the Test: To measure the compression at the analyzer’s specified maximum power level for the receivers. Specification Tested: Test Port Input–Maximum Test Port Input Level Equipment Used: The compression test set (Z5623A Option K01), a power meter, power sensors, two test cables, and a calibration kit.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) E8362C, E8363C, E836C Noise Floor Test Function of the Test: To measure the absolute power level of the noise floor for the analyzer’s receivers. Specification Tested: Test Port Input–Test Port Noise Floor Equipment Used: A power meter, power sensor, a calibration kit, and a test cable.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) Calibration Coefficient Test Function of the Test: To verify the uncorrected calibration coefficients of your analyzer. The calibration coefficients are measured in forward and reverse direction. Refer to “Error Terms”...
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) E8362C, E8363C, E836C System Crosstalk Test Function of the Test: To measure the level of signal leakage between the analyzer’s test ports. Specification Tested: Test Port Input–Crosstalk Equipment Used: A calibration kit and a test cable.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package) Dynamic Accuracy Test Function of the Test: To measure the relative power linearity of the analyzer’s receivers. Specification Tested: Test Port Input–Dynamic Accuracy Equipment Used: The dynamic accuracy test set (Z5623A Option H01), a power meter (E4418B or E4419B, power sensors, and two test cables.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Adjustments These adjustments are firmware-driven tests that are used to fine-tune your analyzer for optimum response. If multiple adjustments are to be performed, perform them in the order listed.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Adjustments 10 MHz Frequency Reference Adjustment The 10 MHz frequency adjustment is used to adjust the frequency accuracy of the network analyzer’s 10 MHz frequency reference on the A10 frequency reference board assembly.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C 3.8 GHz PMYO Frequency Adjustment The 3.8 GHz adjustment is used to adjust the frequency accuracy of the network analyzer’s 3.8 GHz permanent-magnet YIG oscillator (PMYO) on the A12 source 20.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Adjustments LO Power Adjustment The LO power adjustment is used to adjust the power level of the LO signals from the A20 LO distribution assembly. This adjustment is done for only one LO output. The differences between each LO output is negligible;...
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C 8. Reconnect the power and USB cables. Turn on the analyzer. 9. On the System menu, point to Service, Adjustments, and then click LO Power Adjust. 10. Ensure the GPIB settings are correct.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Adjustments LO Offset Adjustment The LO power adjustment is used to adjust the power level of the LO signals from the A20 LO distribution assembly. This adjustment is done for only one LO output. The differences between each LO output is negligible;...
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C right angle adapter as shown in Figure 3-19 on page 3-41. 7. Reconnect the power and USB cables. Turn on the analyzer. 8. On the System menu, point to Service, Adjustments, and then click LO Power Adjust.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Adjustments Source Calibration Adjustment The source calibration is used to adjust your network analyzer for a flat source power across its full frequency range. The differences between Port 1 and Port 2 are negligible; therefore, a Port 2 adjustment is not required.
Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Phase Lock IF Gain Adjustment The phase lock IF gain adjustment is used to adjust the phase-lock loop IF signal amplitude to a constant level across the analyzer’s full frequency range: 1.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Tests and Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Adjustments Receiver Calibration Adjustment The receiver calibration is used to adjust the network analyzer receivers for a flat response across its full frequency range: 1. A power meter/sensor is connected to Port 1, as shown in...
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Tests and Adjustments PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Adjustments E8362C, E8363C, E836C Figure 3-22 Setup 1 for the Receiver Calibration Adjustment Figure 3-23 Setup 2 for the Receiver Calibration Adjustment Figure 3-24 Setup 3 for the Receiver Calibration Adjustment 3-48...
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Information in This Chapter E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Information in This Chapter The information in this chapter helps you: • Identify the portion of the analyzer at fault. • Locate the specific troubleshooting procedure to identify the assembly or peripheral at fault.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Protect Against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protect Against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) This is important. If not properly protected against, electrostatic discharge can seriously damage your analyzer, resulting in costly repair. CAUTION To reduce the chance of electrostatic discharge, follow all of the recommendations outlined “Electrostatic Discharge Protection”...
Check the Basics A problem can often be solved by repeating the procedure you were following when the problem occurred. Before calling Agilent Technologies or returning the instrument for service, please perform the following checks: 1. Is there power at the mains receptacle? If not, correct this situation and proceed.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Getting Started with Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Organization Follow the flowgraph in Figure 4-1 to help direct you to the correct section for troubleshooting the analyzer. Figure 4-1 Troubleshooting Organization Flowchart Go to “Power Up Troubleshooting”...
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Power Up Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Power Up Troubleshooting WARNING Immediately unplug the instrument from the ac power line if the unit shows any of the following symptoms: • Smoke, arcing, or unusual noise from inside the analyzer.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Power Up Troubleshooting Power Supply Check NOTE There are no fuses to replace within the power supply. If you determine that the power supply is the failed assembly, replace the power supply.
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Power Up Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measure the Individual Voltage Supplies WARNING The instrument contains potentially hazardous voltages. Refer to the safety symbols provided on the instrument and in “General Safety Considerations” on page 1-3 before operating the unit with the cover removed.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Power Up Troubleshooting Table 4-1 Extender Board Measurement Points Measurement Signal Expected Level Approximate Location Description (Vdc) Resistance (W) Test Equipment Used +5V power supply +5.0 15.0 -15V power supply 12.7 k 5.0...
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Power Up Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C 4. Remove the A8 fractional-N synthesizer board. Refer to Refer to “Removing and Replacing the A6, A8, A9, and A10 Boards” on page 7-18. 5. Remove the A9 fractional-N synthesizer board (option 080). Refer to “Removing and Replacing the A6,...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Power Up Troubleshooting If the Fans Are Not Operating CAUTION The power supply may be in thermal shutdown if the instrument has been operating without the fans running. Allow the instrument to cool down before troubleshooting.
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Front Panel Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Front Panel Troubleshooting The front panel assembly consists of the A1 keypad, the A2 display assembly, the A3 front panel interface board, the touchscreen and touchscreen controller board, the inverter board, and the USB board. The following tests verify the operation of the front panel assembly when the analyzer is in the measurement mode.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Front Panel Troubleshooting Front Panel Keypad and RPG Test Test the front panel keypad by running the front panel test. To run the front panel test, perform the following: Service More...
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Front Panel Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the Front Panel Keys To check the front panel keys, push each key and compare the name in the Key Label box to the name physically labeled on the key cap. These names are also in Table 4-2 below.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Front Panel Troubleshooting Checking the RPG (Front Panel Knob) To check the RPG knob: 1. Press the UTILITY key. Preset 2. Rotate the knob and check for a fluid movement of numbers on the analyzer display.
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Front Panel Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the USB Board To verify proper operation of the USB board: • Connect a known good USB device, such as a USB mouse, to a front panel USB port.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Rear Panel Troubleshooting Rear Panel Troubleshooting Each rear panel connector is associated with a hardware group in the analyzer. You can use the data at these rear panel connectors to help troubleshoot these hardware groups in addition to testing the connectors.
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Rear Panel Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the SERIAL (RS-232), PARALLEL (1284-C), or VGA Port To verify the proper operation of the SERIAL, PARALLEL, or VGA port: • Connect a known good serial, parallel, or VGA peripheral device.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Rear Panel Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Systems with Controllers Passing the preceding test indicates that the analyzer's peripheral functions are operating normally. Therefore, if the analyzer has not been operating properly with an external controller, check the following: •...
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Rear Panel Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C LAN Troubleshooting Problems with the Local Area Network (LAN) can be difficult to solve. Software and protocol problems can make it difficult to determine whether the analyzer's hardware is working properly, or if there is a problem with the LAN or cabling.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Rear Panel Troubleshooting 5. The analyzer attempts four cycles of communications with the indicated LAN device. • It displays the time it took to complete each cycle. • Each cycle times-out after one second if no communication is established and the message, Request timed out, is displayed.
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Rear Panel Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C straight-through, cables. If this capability is not available and a crossover cable is not available, a crossover cable can be made by following the directions in “Constructing a Crossover Cable” on page 4-22.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Rear Panel Troubleshooting Table 4-3 LAN Pin Definitions and Wire Color Codes Pin Number Color Pin Number Color 1 (transmit +) White/orange White/blue 2 (transmit ) 6 (receive ) Orange Green...
Chapter 8. This will help to isolate most problems. If additional tests are required, refer to “Performance Tests (Agilent N7840A Software Package)” on page 3-30. Hard Failure With a hard failure, the PNA does not perform well and displays one or more error messages. To diagnose and repair a hard failure: •...
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SOURCE UNLEVELED: The source ALC circuits on the A12 source or the A16 test set motherboard—E8363C and E8364C only—is running open-loop. For the E8362C, replacing the A12 source can correct this. For the E8363C or E8364C, check the cable connections for W37 and W38 from the A23 and A24 detectors to the A16 test set motherboard, and for W39 from A16 to the A21 SOMA 50.
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Verifying the A, B, R1, and R2 Traces (Standard S-Parameter Mode) NOTE There is no way to view the frequency offset receiver response (Option 080). However, some standard S-parameter receiver trace information is helpful in troubleshooting the frequency offset section of the PNA.
— Go to Chapter 3 , “Tests and Adjustments,” and perform all the tests in that section. — If a problem still exists, contact Agilent. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12. • If any of the traces are not present, are noisy or distorted, or are at an incorrect level, then there is a problem with the analyzer’s measurement system.
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Agilent Technologies DSP Driver #2 2. If the icon to the left of the name is a yellow box containing an exclamation mark (!), use Windows Explorer to verify the presence of the following file: C:\WINNT\system32\drivers\spampnp.sys.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting R1 and A Traces If both traces are affected, the problem is in the R1 phase lock loop. • If both traces are missing in all bands, the problem is in the A16 test set motherboard, the A28 R1 first converter, the A32 R1 receiver, or the A22 switch splitter.
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the Source Group 4-30 Service Guide E8364-90038...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting Source Group Tests NOTE A defective A22 switch splitter can exhibit the same symptom as a faulty source. Therefore, if it is determined that the source is functioning properly, you are directed to “Checking the...
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C A phase lock problem is due to either: • faulty RF signal generation (caused by the A12 source 20, A21 SOMA 50, A23 and A24 SOMA 70) • faulty LO signal generation (caused by the A8, A10, A11, A17 or A18 board)
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting 6. If the 5 MHz signal is present, reconnect cable W31, and then continue with “Checking the A10 Phase Lock Reference Output, All Bands” on page 4-33. Checking the A10 Phase Lock Reference Output, All Bands 1.
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the A8 Fractional-N Synthesizer Band 2 Output Perform this procedure if you observe a problem in band 2 in all receivers. 1. Refer to the block diagram at the back of this chapter and to “Top Cables–All, All Options Except 080”...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting 6. If the signals are <-30 dBm or not present, replace the A17 LOMA 10. Refer to “Removing and Replacing the A17 LOMA 10” on page 7-34. 7. If the signals are present, reconnect cable W18, and then continue with “Checking the A18 MA 20...
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Table 4-4 LO Path Frequencies Expected A17 Expected A18 Network Analyzer Network Analyzer Output Output Model Band Frequency Band of Source Frequency Frequency Frequency Problem (GHz) Setting (GHz)
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting Checking the A18 MA 20 Output Perform this procedure if you observe a problem in any band and all signals from the A8 fractional-N synthesizer are present. 1. Refer to the block diagram at the back of this chapter and to “Bottom Semi-Rigid Cables, No Options”...
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the Signal Separation Group Before checking the signal separation group, perform the following procedures: • “Getting Ready to Test” on page 4-31 Checking the Output Power of the A and B Signals Using a power meter, you can measure the outputs of the A and B signals from the front panel.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting Checking Port 2 Power (B Signal) The object of this check is to verify the power of the B signal across the entire frequency range. Perform this test if there is an observed problem only with the channel B trace. The ten second sweep is slow enough to allow you to observe the output power on the power meter as the sweep occurs.
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the A22 Switch Splitter and A25 and A26 Test Port Couplers 1. Locate the following semirigid cable at the A22 switch splitter: Standard ....... . . W5 for Port 1 or W6 for Port 2 Option UNL .
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting 4. If the 1 GHz signal is not present, replace the appropriate bias tee. Refer to “Removing and Replacing the A38 and A39 Bias Tees (Option UNL)” on page 7-60.
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the Receiver Group Equipment Used for These Tests Models Model or Alternate Model or Part Equipment Type Used With Part Number Number Spectrum analyzer 8565E 856xE 1. Must be capable of measuring signals at 8.333 MHz and 41.667 MHz.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting Checking the A49 IF multiplexer Board Outputs Perform this procedure if a problem appears to be in one of the receiver channels. 1. Refer to the block diagram at the end of this chapter and to “Bottom Flexible Cables, All Options”...
Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Checking the Frequency Offset Group (Option 080) CAUTION This section troubleshoots only those circuits specifically related to the frequency offset group (option 080). Please refer to “Where to Begin Troubleshooting” on page 4-27 and refer to the appropriate standard S-parameter test—with frequency offset mode off—before...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Measurement System Troubleshooting 4. The spectrum analyzer should measure a signal at 5 MHz. 5. If no 5 MHz signal is present, replace the A10 frequency reference board. Refer to “Removing and Replacing the A6, A8, A9, and A10 Boards”...
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C 5. If this signal is not present, replace the A9 fractional-N synthesizer board. Refer to “Removing and Replacing the A6, A8, A9, and A10 Boards” on page 7-18.
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A45 and A46 switches are ok. If you are still experiencing problems, and your instrument has passed all troubleshooting tests to this point, then contact Agilent (refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12).
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Troubleshooting PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Measurement System Troubleshooting E8362C, E8363C, E8364C 6. If the measured signal is present, reconnect W60. 7. From the menu, click . In the dialog box, click . Click Channel Test Set Test Set Internal: bypass R1 loop 8.
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REAR PANEL FRONT PANEL E8362C Overall Block Diagram INTERCONNECTS INTERCONNECTS (Includes Option UNL and 016) TOUCHSCREEN INVERTER USB x 2 Service Guide: E8364-90038 KEYPAD DISPLAY & CONTROLLER BOARD DISPLAY CONTROL A6 SIGNAL PROCESSING A35 RECEIVER MOTHERBOARD A15 CPU ADC MODULE (SPAM)
Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Information in This Chapter E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Information in This Chapter This chapter provides a general description of the operating theory of the PNA series microwave network analyzers. • Theory of operation is explained to the assembly level only.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Network Analyzer System Operation Network Analyzer System Operation The PNA series network analyzer generates a phase-locked incident signal from the internal synthesized source. By means of signal separation, the incident signal is divided into a reference signal and a test signal.
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Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Network Analyzer System Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Synthesized Source Group The built-in synthesized source generates a swept, stepped, or continuous wave (CW) signal in the frequency ranges as listed in Table 5-1. The source output power is leveled by an internal automatic leveling control (ALC) circuit.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Network Analyzer System Operation Refer to “IF Access Group (Option H11)” on page 5-26. Digital Processor and Digital Control Group The digital processor and digital control group are divided into a front panel group and a data acquisition and processing group.
Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Source Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Source Group Operation The source group produces a stable output signal by phase locking a yttrium-iron-garnet (YIG) oscillator to a synthesized voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO). Refer to...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Source Group Operation Figure 5-2 Source Group Service Guide E8364-90038...
Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Source Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Table 5-2 Subsweep Frequencies A8 Frac-N A20 LODA (L.O.) Synthesizer LOMA 10 Frequency Source 20 SOMA 50 Frequency Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) Frequency (GHz) (GHz) (GHz) (E8363/4C Only) 0.011 to 0.046...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Source Group Operation At the output, an ALC circuit maintains the power level at 5 dBm ± 2 dB for bands 0–1 or 5 dBm ± 2 dB for bands 2–25. In all bands, the output is sent to the A17–A20 LO distribution path and on to the A27–A30 first converters, as the 1st LO signal.
Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Source Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Rear-Panel Interconnects 10 MHz REF. INPUT A BNC connector that allows an external frequency reference signal to be used to phase lock the analyzer for increased frequency accuracy.
10 MHz to 20 GHz. For the E8362C analyzer, this signal is sent directly to the A22 switch splitter in the signal separation group. For the E8363C and E8364C analyzers, this signal is sent to the A21 source multiplier/amplifier 50 (SOMA 50).
Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Source Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C A16 Test Set Motherboard The A16 test set motherboard serves these functions: • to act as an interface between the A15 CPU board and the auxiliary rear panel interconnects.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Source Group Operation Table 5-3 TEST SET I/O Connector Pin Assignments DB-25 Female Connector Pin Numbers Name Function SEL0 TTL out, test set select bit 0, tied to 0 V...
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Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Source Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Table 5-4 HANDLER I/O Connector Key Pin Assignments Rectangular 36-Pin Female Connector Pin Numbers Name Function 0 V, ground reference TTL in, negative pulse (1 s min) latches OUTPUT1-2 INPUT1 3–4...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Source Group Operation Table 5-5 AUX I/O Connector Pin Assignments DB-25 Male Connector Pin Numbers Name Function ACOM 0 V, ground reference for analog signals 10 to +10 Vdc output, 10 mA max, Ro = 100 W 2–3...
For the E8363C and E8364C, the output of the A21 SOMA 50 is routed to the A22 switch splitter. For the E8362C, this is the output of the A12 source 20 assembly. The A22 switch splitter is a solid-state switch. It switches between the Port 1 and Port 2 measurement paths, automatically enabling alternate forward and reverse measurements.
The A23 and A24 detectors sense the R1 and R2 reference signal levels and provide feedback to the ALC circuitry on the A16 test set motherboard. 30-dB Fixed Attenuators (E8362C Only) The 30-dB fixed attenuators are placed in the reference signal paths to provide isolation. The source power output is sufficiently stable over this frequency range that ALC feedback is not necessary.
• the A25 test port 1 coupler and the A27 receiver A first converter • the A26 test port 2 coupler and the A30 receiver B first converter • the A23 detector (for E8363C and E8364C) or fixed attenuator (for E8362C) and the A28 receiver R1 first converter •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Signal Separation Group Operation Normal Option 014 Configuration The normal configuration for the Option 014 is shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-19. With this configuration and inclusion of an external amplifier and accessories, you can calibrate the analyzer and test devices at power levels up to +30 dBm.
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Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Signal Separation Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C swapping the front panel jumpers for one port, signal flow through the corresponding coupler is reversed, increasing the test signal sensitivity by 15 dB. In the forward direction, as shown in...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Receiver Group Operation Receiver Group Operation The receiver group measures and processes the input signals into digital information for processing and eventual display. Figure 5-6 on page 5-22 is a simplified block diagram of the receiver functional group.
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Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Receiver Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Figure 5-6 Receiver Group 5-22 Service Guide E8364-90038...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Receiver Group Operation A6 SPAM Board (Analog Description) The A6 SPAM board contains digital and analog circuitry. For digital descriptions, refer to “A6 SPAM Board (Digital Description)” on page 5-31.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Frequency Offset Group Operation (Options 080 and 081) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Frequency Offset Group Operation (Options 080 and 081) The frequency offset group provides the circuitry necessary to phase lock the analyzer while the source and receiver are tuned to different frequencies.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Frequency Offset Group Operation (Options 080 and 081) Figure 5-7 Frequency Offset Group Service Guide E8364-90038 5-25...
The A47 RF path coupler is located in the RF path of the PNA between the A12 source and either the A21 SOMA 50 (for E8363/4C) or the A22 switch (for E8362C). A portion of the RF signal is coupled off and delivered to the rear-panel TEST SET DRIVERS RF connector.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C IF Access Group (Option H11) Figure 5-8 IF Access Group Service Guide E8364-90038 5-27...
Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Digital Processing and Digital Control Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Digital Processing and Digital Control Group Operation The digital processor and control group provides digital control for the entire analyzer. It provides: •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Digital Processing and Digital Control Group Operation Figure 5-9 Digital Processing and Digital Control Group Service Guide E8364-90038 5-29...
Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Digital Processing and Digital Control Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Front Panel Subgroup The front panel subgroup contains the following assemblies: • A1 Keypad Assembly • A2 Display Assembly • A3 Front Panel Interface Board A1 Keypad Assembly The A1 keypad assembly provides user interface to the analyzer.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Digital Processing and Digital Control Group Operation Data Acquisition and Processing Subgroup The data acquisition and processing subgroup contain the following assemblies. See Figure 5-9 on page 5-29. •...
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Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Digital Processing and Digital Control Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Parallel A 36-pin, mini-D, 1284-C connector that provides connection to printers or any other parallel port peripheral. A standard 8-pin, 10/100BaseT, Ethernet connection. It auto selects between the two data rates.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Theory of Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Power Supply Group Operation Power Supply Group Operation The A4 power supply assembly is a switching power supply operating at 103 kHz switching frequency. The input power ranges for the power supply are 90 to 132 Vac or 195 to 250 Vac. The power supply automatically senses the input voltage and switches between these two ranges.
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Theory of Operation PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Power Supply Group Operation E8362C, E8363C, E8364C 5-34 Service Guide E8364-90038...
Information in This Chapter This chapter: • identifies the replaceable parts for the Agilent PNA series microwave network analyzers. • includes several tables and illustrations to assist you in identifying the correct part for your analyzer. • contains ordering information for new assemblies and rebuilt-exchange assemblies.
To order a part listed in the replaceable parts lists: • include the part number • indicate the quantity required • Contact Agilent Technologies for instructions on where to send the order. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12. To order a part that is not listed in the replaceable parts lists: •...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Assembly Replacement Sequence E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Assembly Replacement Sequence The following steps show the sequence that you should follow to replace an assembly in the network analyzer. Step 1. Identify the faulty group. Begin with Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting.”...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Rebuilt-Exchange Assemblies Rebuilt-Exchange Assemblies Under the rebuilt-exchange assembly program: • Certain factory-repaired and tested assemblies are available on a trade-in basis. • Exchange assemblies are offered for lower cost than a new assembly, but meet all factory specifications required of a new assembly.
E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings This section contains the replacement part numbers and their descriptions for your Agilent PNA series microwave network analyzer. You can find the locations of replaceable parts in this section: • listed by reference designator in...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Table 6-1 Location by Reference Designator (Continued) Reference Designator Description Location Channel R1 detector (E8363C, E8364C only) “Bottom Assemblies, No Options” on page 6-22 Channel R2 detector (E8363C, E8364C only)
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Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Table 6-2 Part Number Location by Type of Part Type of Part Location • “Front Panel Assembly, Back Side, All Options” on page 6-12 • “Top Assemblies, All Options Except 080” on page 6-14 •...
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Miscellaneous • GPIB Cables/GPIB Adapter on page 6-84 • ESD Supplies on page 6-86 • E8362C Upgrade Kits on page 6-85 • E8363C, E8364C Upgrade Kits on page 6-85 • Touch-up Paint on page 6-86 • USB Accessories on page 6-86 •...
, and b. Use keyboard overlay part number N5230-80018 with the following models and serial numbers: * E8362C: MY48120116 and below; SG48120102 and below. * E8362CH85: MY48150106 and below; SG48150101 and below. * E8363C: MY48130162 and below; SG48130102 and below.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-2 Front Panel Assembly, Front Side, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-11...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Front Panel Assembly, Back Side, All Options Reference Designator Part Number Description N5230-40002 Keypad assembly N5230-60045 Display assembly (Includes the following parts; not separately orderable.) ➊ –LCD display, 8.4-inch, 1024 x 768 pixels ➋...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-3 Front Panel Assembly, Back Side, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-13...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Top Assemblies, All Options Except 080 Ref. Desig. Part Number Description 0950-4599 Power supply assembly E8356-60006 Signal processing ADC module (SPAM) board E8364-60099 Fractional-N synthesizer board E8364-60136...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-4 Top Assemblies, All Options Except 080 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-15...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Top Cables–All, All Options Except 080 Ref. Desig. Type Part Number Description A8 fractional-N synthesizer board J106 E8364-20027 to A17 LOMA 10 J2 A8 fractional-N synthesizer board J101...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-5 Top Cables–All, All Options Except 080 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-17...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Top Assemblies, All Options Including 080 Ref. Desig; Part Number Description 0950-4599 Power supply assembly E8356-60006 Signal processing ADC module (SPAM) board E8364-60099 Fractional-N synthesizer board E8364-60099...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-6 Top Assemblies, All Options Including 080 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-19...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Top Cables–All, All Options Including 080 Ref. Desig. Type Part Number Description A8 fractional-N synthesizer board J106 E8364-20027 to A17 LOMA 10 J2 A8 fractional-N synthesizer board J101...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-7 Top Cables–All, All Options Including 080 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-21...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, No Options Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-8 Bottom Assemblies, No Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-23...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Option UNL Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-10 Bottom Assemblies, Option UNL Service Guide E8364-90038 6-27...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Option 014 and Options 014/080 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-12 Bottom Assemblies, Option 014 and Options 014/080 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-31...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014 and UNL/014/080 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-14 Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014 and UNL/014/080 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-35...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/016 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-16 Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/016 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-39...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/016 and UNL/014/016/080 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-18 Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/016 and UNL/014/016/080 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-43...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options 014/080/081 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-20 Bottom Assemblies, Options 014/080/081 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-47...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/080/081 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-22 Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/080/081 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-51...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/080/081/H11 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-24 Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/080/081/H11 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-55...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/016/080/081 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-26 Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/016/080/081 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-59...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/016/080/081/H11 Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description E8364-60138 Test set motherboard 5087-7127 LOMA 10 5087-6127 5087-7128 MA 20 5087-6128 5087-7139 Splitter 5087-7129 LODA 5087-6129...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-28 Bottom Assemblies, Options UNL/014/016/080/081/H11 Service Guide E8364-90038 6-63...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Flexible Cables, All Options Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description A27 channel A mixer E8364-60019 to A49 IF multiplexer board A28 channel R1 mixer E8364-60020 to A49 IF multiplexer board...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-30 Bottom Flexible Cables, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-67...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Ribbon Cables and Wrapped-Wire, All Options Ref. Desig. Type Part Number Description A41 hard disk drive assembly ➀ 8121-0817 to A15 CPU board A16 test set motherboard P701 (MAT HDLR) ➁...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-31 Bottom Ribbon Cables and Wrapped Wire, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-69...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Top Hardware, All Options Ref. Desig. Part Number Description Fans Refer to “Internal Hardware and Parts, All Options” on page 6-74. ➀ 5022-6134 Cable hold down wire, large ➁...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-32 Top Hardware, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-71...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Bottom Hardware, All Options Ref. Desig. Part Number Description ➀ E8364-00002 Detector/attenuator/bias tee bracket Machine screw M3.0 x 6 pan head ➁ 0515-0430 (Detector brackets-3 ea; front-panel LED board-3; A19 splitter bracket-2; A45 switch bracket-2) Machine screw M3.0 x 10 pan head...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-33 Bottom Hardware, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-73...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Internal Hardware and Parts, All Options Ref. Desig. Models Part Number Description 3160-1085 ➀ E8356-00027 Chassis assembly ➁ E8364-00013 Test set deck E8362C E8362-00003 ➂ Test set deck front panel...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-34 Internal Hardware and Parts, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-75...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C External Hardware and Parts, All Options Ref. Desig. Part Number Description Keypad assembly Display assembly Refer to “Front Panel Assembly, Back Side, All Options” on page 6-12.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-35 External Hardware and Parts, All Options Service Guide E8364-90038 6-77...
Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Hard Disk Drive Assembly, All Options Parallel ATA Interface Every PNA shipped prior to January 2009 contains the parallel ATA interface for the hard disk drive (HDD).
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-37. Hard Disk Drive Assembly (Parallel ATA Interface) Service Guide E8364-90038 6-81...
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Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Serial ATA Interface Every PNA shipped prior to January 2009 contains the parallel ATA interface for the hard disk drive (HDD). Starting January 2009, every PNA shipped contains the serial ATA interface for the hard disk drive (HDD).
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replaceable Parts Listings Figure 6-38 Hard Disk Drive Assembly (Serial ATA Interface) Service Guide E8364-90038 6-83...
08513-20014 Documentation Installation and Quick Start Guide (for all PNA series analyzers) (Cannot be ordered. Part number is for reference only. Must be printed from the Agilent Web site. Refer to “Printing E8356-90001 Copies of Documentation from the Web” on page iv.)
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E8362CU-080 Reference mixer transfer switches (Option 081) E8362CU-081 Mixer measurement application (Option 083) E8362CU-083 Add built-in performance test software for Agilent inclusive calibration perpetual license E8362CU-897 (Option897) Add built-in performance test software for standards compliant calibration perpetual license E8362CU-898 (Option898)
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Replaceable Parts PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Replaceable Parts Listings E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Table 6-3 Part Numbers for Miscellaneous Parts and Accessories (Continued) Model or Part Description Number Pulse measurement capability (Option H08) E8363/4CU-H08 IF access (Option H11) E8363/4CU-H11 60-dB source attenuators and bias tees (Option UNL)
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Information in This Chapter E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Information in This Chapter This chapter contains procedures for removing and replacing the major assemblies of your Agilent Technologies PNA series microwave network analyzer. Chapter Seven at-a-Glance Section Title...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Before Starting the Removal and Replacement Procedures Before Starting the Removal and Replacement Procedures Before starting the removal and replacement procedures, review these warnings, cautions, and the assembly replacement sequence.
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Raising and Removing the Receiver Deck E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Raising and Removing the Receiver Deck Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) Raising the Receiver Deck Refer to Figure 7-2 for this procedure.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Raising and Removing the Receiver Deck Figure 7-2 Receiver Deck, Raising and Removal Service Guide E8364-90038...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the Front Panel Assembly E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the Front Panel Assembly Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the Front Panel Assembly Figure 7-3 Front Panel Assembly Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-11...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing Front Panel Subassemblies E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing Front Panel Subassemblies Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing Front Panel Subassemblies Replacing the A2 Display Assembly 1. Remove the inverter board. Refer to the procedure on page 7-12. Remove the inverter cable from the ⑧...
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Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing Front Panel Subassemblies E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Replacing the USB Connector Board ⑩ 1. Remove the two retaining screws (item ) from the USB connector board. 2. Carefully unplug the USB connector board from the A3 front panel interface board and remove it from the front panel assembly 3.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing Front Panel Subassemblies Replacing the Touch Screen Display Assembly 1. Refer to Figure 7-4 Figure 7-5 for this procedure. 2. Remove the A2 display assembly. Refer to the procedure on page 7-13.
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A4 Power Supply Assembly E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A4 Power Supply Assembly Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A4 Power Supply Assembly Figure 7-6 A4 Power Supply Assembly Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-17...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A6, A8, A9, and A10 Boards E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A6, A8, A9, and A10 Boards Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A6, A8, A9, and A10 Boards Figure 7-7 A6, A8, A9, and A10 Board Assemblies Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-19...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A13 Frequency Offset Receiver Assembly E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A13 Frequency Offset Receiver Assembly Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A13 Frequency Offset Receiver Assembly Figure 7-10 A13 Frequency Offset Receiver Assembly Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-25...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A14 System Motherboard E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A14 System Motherboard Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A14 System Motherboard Figure 7-11 A14 System Motherboard Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-27...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A15 CPU Board E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A15 CPU Board Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A15 CPU Board illustration for the J11 pin configuration. There should already be a jumper between pins 5 and 6. 1. Reverse the order of the removal procedure.
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Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A15 CPU Board E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Figure 7-12 A15 CPU Board Removal 7-30 Service Guide E8364-90038...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A15 CPU Board Service Guide E8364-90038 7-31...
Refer to “Raising and Removing the Receiver Deck” on page if necessary. 3. Remove the A21 SOMA 50 (E8363C and E8364C) or RF cable W1 (E8362C). Refer to “Removing and Replacing the A21 SOMA 50 (E8363C and E8364C Only)” on page 7-42.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A16 Test Set Motherboard Figure 7-13 A16 Test Set Motherboard Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-33...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A17 LOMA 10 E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A17 LOMA 10 Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A17 LOMA 10 Figure 7-14 A17 LOMA 10 Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-35...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A18 MA 20 E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A18 MA 20 Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A18 MA 20 Figure 7-15 A18 MA 20 Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-37...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A21 SOMA 50 (E8363C and E8364C Only) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A21 SOMA 50 (E8363C and E8364C Only) Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A21 SOMA 50 (E8363C and E8364C Only) Figure 7-18 A21 SOMA 50 Removal (E8363C and E8364C Only) Service Guide E8364-90038 7-43...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A23 and A24 Detectors (E8363C and E8364C only) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A23 and A24 Detectors (E8363C and E8364C only) Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A23 and A24 Detectors (E8363C and E8364C only) Figure 7-21 A23 and A24 Detectors Removal (E8363C and E8364C Only) Service Guide E8364-90038 7-49...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A25 and A26 Test Port Couplers E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A25 and A26 Test Port Couplers Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A25 and A26 Test Port Couplers Figure 7-22 A25 and A26 Test Port Couplers Removal Service Guide E8364-90038 7-51...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A27, A28, A29, and A30 First Converters (Mixers) and Mixer Bias Board E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A27, A28, A29, and A30 First Converters (Mixers) and Mixer Bias Board Tools Required •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364CRemoving and Replacing the A27, A28, A29, and A30 First Converters (Mixers) and Mixer Bias Board Figure 7-23 A27, A28, A29, and A30 First Converters (Mixers) Removal Service Guide E8364-90038...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A31, A32, A33, and A34 Receiver Modules and A49 IF Multiplexer Board E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A31, A32, A33, and A34 Receiver Modules and...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364CRemoving and Replacing the A31, A32, A33, and A34 Receiver Modules and A49 IF Multiplexer Board Figure 7-24 A31, A32, A33, and A34 Modules and A49 IF Multiplexer Board Removal...
“Raising the Receiver Deck” on page 7-8 if necessary. 3. Identify the step attenuator to be removed. To replace the attenuator, the bracket holding the attenuator, detector (E8363C/E8364C) or fixed pad (E8362C), and bias tee must be removed. ① 4. Disconnect the ribbon cable (item ) from the appropriate attenuator.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A36 and A37 60-dB Source Step Attenuators (Option UNL) Figure 7-26 A36 and A37 60-dB Source Step Attenuators Removal (Option UNL) Service Guide E8364-90038...
“Raising the Receiver Deck” on page 7-8 if necessary. 3. Identify the bias tee to be removed. To replace the bias tee, the bracket holding the attenuator, detector (E8363C/E8364C) or fixed pad (E8362C), and bias tee must be removed. ① 4. Disconnect the ribbon cable (item ) from the appropriate attenuator.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A38 and A39 Bias Tees (Option UNL) Figure 7-27 A38 and A39 Bias Tees Removal (Option UNL) Service Guide E8364-90038 7-61...
Copy Unique Files from the Hard Disk 1. Insert a USB flash memory drive into a USB port. 2. Open Windows Explorer. 3. Navigate to C:\Program Files\Agilent\Network Analyzer. 4. Copy each of the following files from the hard disk drive to the USB drive: • gen.lic •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A41 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Figure 7-28 Hard Disk Drive Assembly Removal Disassembling the HDDA NOTE If the HDD is being replaced by the HDDA (N8980A or N8981A), it is not necessary to perform these steps.
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Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A41 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Figure 7-29 Hard Disk Drive Assembly with Parallel ATA Interface (Exploded View) 7-64 Service Guide E8364-90038...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A41 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Figure 7-30 Hard Disk Drive Assembly with Serial ATA Interface (Exploded View) Service Guide E8364-90038 7-65...
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Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A41 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Reassembly Procedure NOTE If the HDD is being replaced by the HDDA (N8980A or N8981A), it is not necessary to perform these steps.
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Set Up the Agilent Administrator Password After an HDD replacement, it is necessary to set up the Agilent administrator password for the analyzer. Go to the following Internet site, enter your PNA serial number, and get a six-digit numerical password: http://na.tm.agilent.com/pna/hdd/index.html#agpswd.
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Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A41 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C 6. Navigate to D:\CalFiles\. 7. Copy the backup files prefixed with mxcalfile_ from the USB memory drive to the HDD.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A41 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Service Guide E8364-90038 7-69...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A45 and A46 Reference Channel Transfer Switches (Option 081) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A45 and A46 Reference Channel Transfer Switches (Option 081) Tools Required •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A45 and A46 Reference Channel Transfer Switches (Option 081) Figure 7-32 A45 and A46 Reference Channel Transfer Switches Removal (Option 081) Service Guide E8364-90038...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the A47 and A48 Couplers (Option H11) E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A47 and A48 Couplers (Option H11) Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the A47 and A48 Couplers (Option H11) Figure 7-33 A47 and A48 Couplers Removal (Option H11) Service Guide E8364-90038 7-75...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the Midweb and the B1 Fan E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the Midweb and the B1 Fan Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the Midweb and the B1 Fan Removing the Midweb Refer to Figure 7-34. ① 1. Disconnect the power cable (item ) for the three fans from the A14 system motherboard.
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Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Removing and Replacing the Midweb and the B1 Fan E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing the Fan Refer to Figure 7-35. 1. To remove the fan, it is necessary to remove the four nylon rivets that attach it to the midweb. To do this, ➀...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Removing and Replacing the USB Hub Removing and Replacing the USB Hub Tools Required • T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lb) • ESD grounding wrist strap Removal Procedure...
Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Post-Repair Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Post-Repair Procedures After the replacement of an assembly, you must perform the service procedures in the order listed in Table 7-2. Procedures referenced in this table are located in Chapter 3, “Tests and Adjustments,”...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Repair and Replacement Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Post-Repair Procedures Related Service Procedures (Continued) Table 7-2 Adjustments Verification, Performance, Replaced Assembly and Other Procedures and Other Tests and Procedures Frequency Accuracy Test A17 LOMA 10 LO Power Adjustment The Operator’s Check...
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Repair and Replacement Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Post-Repair Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Related Service Procedures (Continued) Table 7-2 Adjustments Verification, Performance, Replaced Assembly and Other Procedures and Other Tests and Procedures The Operator’s Check A43 and A44 35-dB receiver...
General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Information in This Chapter E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Information in This Chapter Chapter Eight at-a-Glance Section Title Summary of Content Start Page Error Terms How to use error terms as a preventive maintenance page 8-3 and troubleshooting tool.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Purpose Maintenance Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Error Terms Error Terms Using Error Terms as a Diagnostic Tool By examining error terms, you can monitor system performance for preventive maintenance and troubleshooting purposes. The magnitude and shape of the error terms are affected by: •...
General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Error Terms E8362C, E8363C, E8364C as a tool: CAUTION Perform the following procedure only at a static-safe workstation, and wear a grounded wrist strap. This is important. If not properly protected against, electrostatic discharge can seriously damage your analyzer, resulting in costly repair.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Purpose Maintenance Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Error Terms Figure 8-2 Flowgraph of Two-Port Error Terms where: E = error term 1st Subscript: D = Directivity S = Source Match R = Reflection Tracking X = Crosstalk (Isolation)
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General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Error Terms E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Figure 8-3 Flowgraph of Three-Port Error Terms where: E = error term DIR = Directivity MAT = Forward Source Match and Reverse Load Match TRK = Forward Reflection Tracking and Reverse Transmission Tracking...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Purpose Maintenance Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Error Terms Figure 8-4 Flowgraph of Four-Port Error Terms where: E = error term DIR = Directivity MAT = Forward Source Match and Reverse Load Match TRK = Forward Reflection Tracking and Reverse Transmission Tracking...
General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Error Terms E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Accessing Error Terms Error terms can be accessed either manually or programmatically: Manually • “Front Panel Access to Error Terms” on page 8-8 Programmatically • “GPIB Access to Error Terms” on page 8-9 •...
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Purpose Maintenance Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Error Terms Programmatic Access to Error Terms GPIB Access to Error Terms You can access error terms by way of GPIB with Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI).
General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Error Terms E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Error Term Data The error term descriptions in this section include the following information: • a table of the error terms • description and significance of each error term •...
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Typical performance. c. Transmission tracking performance is strongly dependent on cable used. These typical specifications are set based on the use of Agilent through cable part number 85133-60016. d. 0 Hz offset. e. The value is -85 dB for frequencies below 1 GHz.
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General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Error Terms E8362C, E8363C, E8364C error of the test port is determined by measuring the S and S reflection of the calibration kit load. The load has a much better return loss specification than does the uncorrected test port. Therefore, any power detected from this measurement is assumed to be from directivity error.
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PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Purpose Maintenance Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Error Terms calibration. All reflection measurements are affected by the reflection tracking errors. Typical Cause of Failure The calibration kit open or short is the most common cause of reflection tracking specification failure.
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General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Error Terms E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Isolation (E and E Isolation, or crosstalk, is the uncorrected forward and reverse isolation error terms that represent leakage between the test ports and the signal paths. The isolation error terms are characterized by measuring transmission (S ) with loads attached to both ports during the measurement calibration.isolation...
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Purpose Maintenance Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Option Enable Utility Option Enable Utility Accessing the Option Enable Utility To start the option enable utility: • On the menu, point to , and then click System...
It is necessary to backup all installed software options if the frequency reference board is replaced. NOTE Some applications require a license key that is provided by Agilent. If you do not have the required license key, contact Agilent for assistance. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12.
, and then click , or System Service Option Enable b. On the menu, click Help About Network Analyzer NOTE If the options are still not listed correctly, contact Agilent for assistance. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 2-12. Service Guide E8364-90038 8-17...
2. VERY CAREFULLY, type the new serial number into the space provided and then click Change 3. If an error is made in entering the serial number, obtain a clear code from Agilent, enter the clear code in the space provided, and then click .
If your network analyzer is connected to the Internet, there are two methods available for checking the availability of, and downloading, new firmware: • Download directly from: http://www.agilent.com/find/pna. (Select your analyzer’s model number in this website to view available upgrades.) •...
Operating System Recovery Recovering from Hard Disk Drive Problems If you suspect that you have a hard disk drive problem, go to the “Hard Drive Recovery” link on the Agilent PNA Series: Service & Support Home Page on the Internet.
PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers General Purpose Maintenance Procedures E8362C, E8363C, E8364C Correction Constants Correction Constants The analyzer stores many correction constants in non-volatile EEPROM memory. These constants enable the analyzer to produce accurate, leveled source signals and receive clean test signals.
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General Purpose Maintenance Procedures PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers Correction Constants E8362C, E8363C, E8364C 8-22 Service Guide E8364-90038...
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Index Numerics operation 5-10 illustrated 6-23 part number 6-14 6-18 operation 1284-C port removal and replacement 7-20 part number 6-22 rear panel connector 5-32 illustrated 7-21 removal and replacement troubleshooting 4-18 A12 source 20 illustrated 7-39 30-dB fixed attenuators illustrated 6-15 6-19 procedure...
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Index operation 5-17 removal and replacement A38 port 1 bias tee illustrated 6-27 6-29 6-35 6-37 part number 6-22 illustrated 7-55 6-39 6-41 6-45 6-51 6-53 6-55 removal and replacement procedure 7-54 6-57 6-59 6-61 6-63 6-65 illustrated 7-51 troubleshooting 4-43 operation 5-18...
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Index bottom assembly, no options bracket part numbers 6-52 6-56 replaceable cables, semi-rigid attenuator in bottom assembly, Option UNL/016 illustrated 6-25 illustrated 6-71 6-73 illustrated 6-39 6-41 part numbers 6-24 part number 6-70 6-72 part numbers 6-38 6-40 bottom assembly, Option 014 bias tee in top assembly, Option 080 replaceable cables...
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Index channel R1 receiver module rear panel 5-10 5-12 5-32 procedure troubleshooting 4-43 1284-C 5-32 CPU board channel R2 illustrated 6-15 6-19 8.33 MHz IF IN 5-26 troubleshooting 4-26 operation 5-31 AUX I/O 5-12 5-15 channel R2 receiver module part number 6-14 6-18 Display...
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Index detector bracket equipment, service test of magnitude and phase stability illustrated 6-71 6-73 required check 3-16 part number 6-70 6-72 error term data of operator’s check 3-11 description of 8-10 device connections of return loss check 3-13 system verification 3-25 error terms of system verification...
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Index channel R2 Option 067 part numbers 6-84 illustrated 6-23 front panel port connectors operation 5-17 rear panel connector 5-32 5-30 part number 6-22 running test software 4-18 interconnects 5-30 flowgraph troubleshooting 4-18 of one port error terms knob systems check 4-18 of two port error terms illustrated...
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Index in hard disk drive (parallel ATA) 5-30 calibration assembly HANDLER I/O handle illustrated 6-81 pin assignments 5-14 part numbers 6-86 in hard disk drive (serial ATA) rear panel 5-10 5-12 5-32 rack mount part numbers 6-82 1284-C 5-32 part numbers 6-86 in hard disk drive (serial ATA) AUX I/O...
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Index replaceable parts location of part numbers operation bias tees 5-18 by reference designator miscellaneous replaceable parts part numbers 6-84 configurable test set, Option 014 5-18 LODA illustrated 6-23 mixer bias board CPU board 5-31 illustrated 6-71 6-73 operation data acquisition 5-31 part number 6-70...
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Index Port 2 3-10 replaceable parts for bottom assembly, option illustrated 6-59 6-61 6-63 6-65 Option UNL/014/016/080/081 data part numbers 6-58 6-62 6-58 6-60 6-62 6-64 recovering 8-17 Option UNL/014/080/081 for bottom assembly, repairing 8-17 replaceable parts Option UNL/014/080/081 6-50 enable utility illustrated 6-51...
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3-15 service 6-84 part numbers 6-74 pin assignments upgrade kits 6-85 in rear panel assembly connectors upgrade kits for E8362C 6-85 illustrated 6-79 AUX I/O 5-15 upgrade kits for E8363C 6-85 part numbers 6-78 HANDLER I/O 5-14...
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Index procedure 7-16 Display 5-32 removal and replacement illustrated troubleshooting EXT 10 MHz REF IN 5-10 7-55 power, source EXT 10 MHz REF OUT 5-10 removal and replacement procedure accuracy test 3-30 GPIB 5-32 7-54 linearity test 3-31 HANDLER I/O 5-12 channel B power, source output...
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Index pre-repair procedures in hard disk drive (parallel ATA) in hard disk drive (serial ATA) procedures assembly assembly caution about illustrated 6-81 illustrated 6-83 warnings about in hard disk drive (serial ATA) in internal analyzer repairing part numbers 6-82 illustrated 6-75 option data 8-17...
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Index illustrated 7-39 illustrated 7-59 attenuators, 30-dB procedure 7-38 procedure 7-58 procedure 7-46 A2 display assembly A37 port 2 60-dB step attenuator 7-76 illustrated 7-13 illustrated 7-59 front panel assembly procedure 7-13 procedure 7-58 illustrated 7-11 A20 LODA A38 port 1 bias tee procedure 7-10 illustrated...
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6-34 6-38 warnings part number 6-14 6-18 6-40 6-42 6-50 6-54 6-58 warranty removal and replacement 6-62 one-year return to Agilent 2-11 illustrated 7-19 removal and replacement standard 2-11 procedure 7-18 illustrated 7-59 shipment for service or repair 2-12 troubleshooting...
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Index EMI/RFI magnitude and phase stability 3-15 part numbers 6-86 magnitude and phase stability test failure 3-16 calibration coefficients 3-35 part numbers 6-86 performing 3-12 dynamic accuracy 3-37 support return loss 3-13 frequency accuracy 3-32 options 2-11 return loss failure 3-13 noise floor 3-34...
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4-24 A15 CPU board 4-17 part numbers 6-85 frequency offset (080) group 4-44 A17 LOMA 10 4-34 upgrade kits, E8362C frequency offset group (option 080) part numbers 6-85 A18 MA 20 4-37 4-44 upgrade kits, E8363C A2 display assembly 4-12...
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CD-RW drive warning warnings part numbers 6-86 for servicing port warranty service front panel connector 5-30 one-year return to Agilent 2-11 rear panel connector 5-32 standard 2-11 rear panel Windows troubleshooting 4-17 USB board troubleshooting 4-12 USB connector board...
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Index Index-20 Service Guide E8364-90038...