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Installation and Verication Guide
HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator
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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.
The
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
CAUTION
not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction
of the product or the user's work. Do not proceed beyond a
until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
The
WARNING
which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury
to the user. Do not proceed beyond a
conditions are fully understood and met.
The
DANGER
reader of a procedure which, if not correctly performed or adhered to,
could result in injury or loss of life. Do not proceed beyond a
sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure which, if
CAUTION
sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure
WARNING
sign denotes an imminent hazard to people. It warns the
sign until the indicated
sign
DANGER
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General Safety Considerations
WARNING
ARNING
W
The instructions in this document are for use by qualied personnel
only.To avoid electrical shock, do not perform any servicing unless you
are qualied to do so.
The opening of covers or removal of parts is likely to expose dangerous
voltages. Disconnect the instrument from all voltage sources while it is
being opened.
The power cord is connected to internal capacitors that may remain live
for ve seconds after disconnecting the plug from its power supply.
This is a Safety Class 1 Product (provided with a protective earthing
ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be
inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact.
Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the
instrument is likely to make the instrument dangerous. Intentional
interruption is prohibited.
For continued protection against re hazard, replace fuse only with
materials
or
it
fuses
has
power
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properly
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to
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type
same
prohibited.
is
Before
this
grounded
socket
outlet
ratings,
and
instrument
through
provided
(type nA/nV).
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protective
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with
switched on,
conductor
protective
The use
make sure
of
earth
of other
the ac
contact.
interruption
Any
outside
or
terminal
Before
circuitry
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damage
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instrument,
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adapted
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instrument
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personal
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input
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Installation at a Glance
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The HP 70300A RF tracking generator is a 2/8-width module designed to work in an
HP 70000 Series modular measurement system. The HP 70300A RF tracking generator has a
frequency range of 20 Hz to 2.9 GHz and is a slave module controlled by the HP 70900A/B
local oscillator source. The output of the HP 70300A RF tracking generator tracks the tuned
frequency of the spectrum analyzer (such as the HP 71210A microwave spectrum analyzer)
with which it is used.
Early versions of the HP 70300A RF tracking generator had the output step attenuator
available only as an option. Current versions of the module have the step attenuator as part of
the standard module.
Documentation supplied
This installation guide is a supplemental document that should be added to the
Modular Spectrum Analyzer Installation and Verication Manual
.
HP 70000
vii
In This Book
This book describes all of the installation procedures to properly install your tracking generator
in an HP 70000 Series modular measurement system.
Each module in the HP 70000 Series modular measurement system has its own installation
guide.For further information related to the installation of additional and alternate modules
that can be used in this system, refer to that module's installation guide or refer to the
HP 70000 Modular Spectrum Analyzer Installation and Verication Manual
.
This installation guide consists of the following chapters.
Chapter 1, \General Information," describes conventions used in this manual, safety
considerations, what to do at initial inspection. Also covered are issues of rmware
compatibility, accessories, front-panel and rear-panel features, and a service kit that is
available for your module.
Chapter 2, \Installation," provides information for conguring and installing the module in
an HP 70000 Series modular measurement system.
Chapter 3, \Specications," lists module specications and characteristics.
Chapter
specications
Chapter
status/error
tracking
RF
index
An
of
items
Before
you
information
4,
\V
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contains
.
5, \Troubleshooting,"
LEDs'
generator
also
is
lighting,
added
and
.
the
at
interest.
installation
begin
on
the
module
address
information
explains the
the
lists
this
of
end
must
you
,
map
error
installation
become
refer
,
the
about
most probable
that
codes
guide
familiar
to
Figure
2-1
tests
causes of
be
can
aid the
to
the
with
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the
to
front
needed
generated by
user
module
verify
panel
the HP
nding
in
address
module
key
map
70300A
or
F
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Contents
1. General Information
Manual Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Safety Considerations ............................ 1-1
Initial Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Firmware Compatibility ........................... 1-2
Accessories ................................. 1-2
Front-Panel and Rear-Panel Features ...... ...... ...... ... 1-3
Front-Panel Status/Error LEDs ....................... 1-3
Front-Panel Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Module Latch ............................... 1-4
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Setting
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Connecting
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Checking
Observing the Front-Panel LEDs ...................... 2-12
Checking for Error Messages ...... .... ...... ...... .. 2-12
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Status/Error LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Error Messages .......... ...... ...... ...... ... 5-3
Usage/Operating
Hardware
Hardware
Index
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Figures
1-1. HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator's Front-Panel and Rear-Panel Features . . . 1-6
1-2. Typical Serial Number Label .... ...... ...... ..... ... 1-7
2-1. Address Map ...... ...... ...... ..... ...... .. 2-2
2-2. HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator Address Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2-3. Module Installation in Mainframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
2-4. HP 71100A Modular Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator .. .... ...... ...... ...... . 2-8
2-5. HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator and an HP 70301A Microwave Tracking Generator (1
of2).................................. 2-10
2-6. HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A
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2-4. Cables and Adapters for an HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum Analyzer with
HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator and HP 70301A Microwave Tracking
Generator ............................... 2-10
3-1. System Specications and Characteristics with HP 70300A
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3-4. General Specications and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . .
3-5. HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator Input and Output
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Contents-2
General Information
Manual Conventions
The following descriptions are used throughout this manual:
Keys physically on an instrument are represented in the following way:
Key .....................................................................
Softkeys, keys dened by software or rmware, are represented in the following way:
Softkey . . ...........................................................
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
softkey
Text that appears on the display screen is represented in the following way:
Screen text .......................................................
screen text
4
KEY
1
5
Safety
Before
tracking
manufactured
operation
cautions
the
considerations
Initial
Considerations
tracking
and
the
and
at
this
the
and
tested
tracking
warnings
front
the
operating
generator
of
Inspection
generator
safety
according
generator
in this
of this
familiarize
,
instructions
international
to
personal
and
manual
must
manual.
in
be
this
safety
yourself
manual.
safety
of
followed.
any
with
This
standards
user
the
Refer
safety
tracking
However
.
service
and
the
to
markings
generator
to
,
personnel,
summary
on
has
ensure
safety
of
the
been
safe
Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container or cushioning material
is damaged, it should be kept until the contents of the shipment have been checked for
completeness and the tracking generator has been checked mechanically and electrically.Refer
to \Accessories" to nd out what is shipped with the HP 70300A RF tracking generator.
If the shipping contents are not complete, or the tracking generator does not pass the
as
well
container
as
The
procedures
damaged,
is
Hewlett-P
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signs
materials for
notify
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the
If
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the
carrier's
shipping
carrier
inspection.
Hewlett-Packard oce will arrange for repair or replacement without waiting for claim
settlement.
General
Information 1-1
Firmware Compatibility
For the HP 70300A RF tracking generator to function properly, the HP 70900A/B local oscillator
source must have a rmware version
later
than 850730. A rmware-upgrade kit is included
when HP 70300A RF tracking generator Option 099 is ordered.
Accessories
The HP 70300A RF tracking generator may be ordered separately or as part of a precongured
HP 70000 Modular Measurement System. When the HP 70300A RF tracking generator is
ordered separately, accessories are supplied for the most common system congurations.
Table 1-1 lists the accessories shipping with the tracking generator at publication of this
manual. When the HP 70300A RF tracking generator is ordered with a precongured HP 70000
Modular Measurement System, only the accessories required to congure the tracking generator
in that specic conguration are included.
Table 1-1. Accessories Shipped When Module is Ordered Separately
Number
Description Qty HP
Part
Cables:
mm
190
(f),
SMB
LO
I/O
(f)
I/O
,
to
to
SMA
,
SMA
SMB
(m)
(f),
(m)
to
365
to
SMA
mm
SMA
(m),
(m),
2/8-span,
cm (20
52
Left
in.)
to
Right*
4 5061-9017
4 8120-5022
1 5021-5449
1 HP
1 HP
5061-9038
SMA
exible
1250-1391
0.5
meter
cable
Flexible,
Flexible
,
Semi-rigid
Flexible
dapters:
A
tee
SMB
SMB (f)
SMB
LO
(f)(m)(m)
50
(m)
(m)
tee(f)
SMB
consider
*When
the
connecting the
relative positions
cables,
of the
bends in
signal source
the
signal ow OUT to IN as viewed from the
semi-rigid
destination.
and
front
panel.
cable
make
\Left
necessary
it
Right"
to
to
refers
to
the
General Information
1-2
Front-Panel and Rear-Panel Features
Figure 1-1 shows the HP 70300A RF tracking generator's front-panel and rear-panel features.
Front-Panel Status/Error LEDs
All of the front panel status/error LEDs ash on, then o again, during the tracking generator's
self-test. Listed below are the other reasons for each LED to light. For troubleshooting
information, refer to Chapter 5.
CAUTION
CT
A
ERR
COUPLED
C
A
COUPLED
DC
When the AC COUPLED LED is lit, tracking generator damage may occur if
the dc voltage level at the RF OUTPUT exceeds 25 V.
When the DC COUPLED LED is lit, tracking generator damage may occur if
the dc voltage level at the RF OUTPUT exceeds 0 V.
The UNLEVELED LED will light when the reverse power at the RF OUTPUT
is too high. Module damage may occur if the reverse power at the RF
OUTPUT exceeds 1 W. Refer to UNLEVELED LED information below for the
other conditions that will cause this LED to light.
an
CT
A
The
70000
HP
oscillator
local
ERR
The
COUPLED
AC
The
attenuator
input
ac-coupled
4
PRESET
The
input
is
5
COUPLED
DC
attenuator
dc-coupled
blocking
capacitor
changing
(active)
Modular
source).
(error)
accomplished
is
pressed,
accomplished
is
detectors
lights
LED
Measurement
LED lights
lights
LED
ac-coupled
is
RF output
the
lights
LED
dc-coupled
is
only
can
.
the
when
System
an
when
when
with a
selecting the
by
is
when
blocking
(no
selecting
by
added
be
tracking
master
error
HP
the
blocking
always
HP
the
the
removed
or
generator
(for
condition
70300A
capacitor
normal
to
set
70300A
capacitor).
alternate
from
activated
is
example
exists
RF
,
.
tracking
in-line
detector
mode
ac-coupled.
tracking generator
RF
Switching
detector
circuit by
the
HP
.
mode
by
70900A/B
generator
Switching
When
.
to
The
.
to
RF
UNLEVELED
The RF LED lights when the HP 70300A RF tracking generator RF OUTPUT
power is on. The RF LED will be lit when
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
SRC PWR
is set to
NNNNNNNN
ON
.
The UNLEVELED LED lights when the RF OUTPUT power is unleveled. The
unleveled:
be
are
power
set
following
The
conditions
source
power
The normal ALC detector is used at
detector range
malfunction in the RF signal path results in the output power being too
A
can
or
power
sweep levels
a frequency below the normal
.
RF OUTPUT
the
cause
too
to
high.
low.
The output is connected
to a non-50 system.
General
Information 1-3
Front-Panel Inputs and Outputs
Refer to Chapter 3, \Specications," for more information about the input and output
characteristics.
AM INPUT/OUTPUT
EXT ALC INPUT
RF OUTPUT
CA
UTION
Module
OUTPUT
RF
The
The voltage
(alternate detector
The voltage
(normal detector
This BNC (f) connector is the input and output for
amplitude-modulating (AM) signals.
When used as an input, the port's input impedance is 600. An
external source must be used to provide the AM input signal.
When used as an output, the port's output impedance is 20. At
400 Hz or 1 kHz, the AM output signal amplitude is nominally
1 V peak.
This BNC (f) connector is the input for external leveling. A negative
diode detector, such as the HP 423B, should be used. The input
voltage range is 0 to0100 mV.
This type N (f) connector is the tracking generator's RF output.
Coupled mode:
AC: 10 MHz to 2.9 GHz (normal detector)
of
the
detector)
following
conditions
exist
DC:
damage
20 Hz
may
10
to
result
MHz
when
(alternate
any
connector:
.
W
reverse
power
level
exceeds
exceeds
1
dc-coupled
tracking
the
when
dc
V
0
generator
is
mode).
ac-coupled
level
exceeds
25
tracking
the
when
dc
V
generator
is
mode).
at
the
the
Latch
tracking
system
generator
mainframe
is
being
an
,
installed
mm
8
in
hex-ball
or removed
driver is
from an
used to
HP 70000
turn the
Series modular
tracking generator
Module
When
measurement
latch.
Rear-Panel Inputs and Outputs
Refer to Chapter 3, \Specications," for more information about the input and output
characteristics.
LO
3.0|6.6
IN
GHz
LO OUT 3.0|6.6 GHz
the input
This
the
SMA
RF
connector
(f)
section.
is
This SMA (f) connector is only present on earlier versions of the
HP 70300A RF tracking generator
for
. When present, this connector is
signal
OUT
LO
1st
the
normally terminated in 50.
3.6214 GHz OUT
This SMA (f) connector is only present on earlier
versions of the
HP 70300A RF tracking generator. The 3.6214 GHz signal is the
tracking generator's 2nd-IF signal. When present, this connector
.
versions
connector
this
.
3.6214
GHz
IN
normally
SMA
This
70300A
HP
normally
connects
connector
(f)
tracking
RF
connects
to
to
3.6214
the
only
is
generator
3.6214
the
GHz
present
When
.
GHz
connector
IN
earlier
on
present,
OUT
connector
of
from
the
General Information
1-4
0|2.9 GHz OUT
This SMA (f) connector normally connects to the 0|2.9 GHz IN
connector. The 0-2.9 GHz OUT port is after the rst converter,but
before the output attenuator and the normal ALC detector.
0|2.9 GHz IN
300 MHz OUT
300 MHz IN
21.4 MHz IN
SWEEP IN
TUNE+SP
HSWP
AN
IN
IN
This SMA (f) connector normally connects to the 0|2.9 GHz OUT
connector.
The signal available at this SMB (m) connector is the 300 MHz IN
signal. This connector can be connected to a 300 MHz input on
another tracking generator.
This SMB (m) connector is connected to the 300 MHz OUT connector
on the HP 70900A/B local oscillator source.
This SMB (m) connector can be used as either an input or an output
for the tracking generator 21.4 MHz reference IF signal. When this
connector is used as an input, the 21.4 MHz reference IF signal must
be provided by an external signal generator. When this connector is
used as an output, the 21.4 MHz reference IF signal is derived from
the tracking generator 21.4 MHz internal oscillator.
This SMB (m) connector normally connects to SWEEP on the
to
used
is
signal
HP 70900A/B
drive the
This
HP
drives
This
HP
power sweep
SMB (m)
70900A/B
dynamic
the
(m)
SMB
70900A/B
local oscillator
of the
connector
normally
local oscillator
leveling
connector
local
normally
oscillator
SWEEP
source.
The
tracking generator
connects
TUNE+SP
the
The
tracking
source.
of
connects
source
IN
.
TUNE
to
AN
generator's
HSWP
to
SP
on
on
AN
signal
IN
output
the
the
signal.
Mainframe/Module
Interconnect
multiple-pin
This
power
the
(HP-MSIB)
Bus
supplies
for
connector
Hewlett-P
and
tracking
the
plugs
generator
the
into
ackard
mainframe
Modular
.
and
System
provides
Interface
General
Information 1-5
Figure 1-1. HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator
General Information
1-6
's Front-P
anel and Rear-P
anel Features
If You Need to Contact Hewlett-Packard
Before calling Hewlett-Packard or returning your tracking generator, please read your warranty
information. Warranty information is printed at the front of this document.
In any correspondence or telephone conversations, refer to the tracking generator by its
full model number and full serial number. With this information, the Hewlett-Packard
representative can determine whether your unit is still within its warranty period.
Determining Your Tracking Generator's Serial Number
When a module is manufactured by Hewlett-Packard, it is given a unique serial number. This
serial number is attached to a label on the front frame or front panel of the module. A serial
number label is in two parts. (Refer to Figure 1-2.) The rst part makes up the serial number
prex and consists of four digits and a letter. The second part makes up the serial number
sux and consists of the last ve digits on the serial number label. The serial number prex is
the same for all identical modules; it only changes when a change in the electrical or physical
functionality is made. The serial number sux, however, changes sequentially and is dierent
for each module.
Figure
1-2.
Typical
Serial
Number
Label
General
Information 1-7
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Hewlett-Packard Co.
France
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Canada
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ark
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Place
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Britain
ackard
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ackard
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ollview
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ackard,
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Road
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ackard
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General Information
1-8
Returning Your Tracking Generator to Hewlett-Packard
Hewlett-Packard has sales and service oces around the world to provide complete support for
your tracking generator.To obtain servicing information or to order replacement parts, contact
the nearest Hewlett-Packard sales and service oce listed in Table 1-2.
Use the following procedure to return your tracking generator to Hewlett-Packard:
1. Fill out a service tag (available at the end of this service guide) and attach it to the
instrument. Please be as specic as possible about the nature of the problem. Send a copy
of any or all of the following information:
any error messages that appeared on the HP 70000 Series display
a completed Performance Test record
any other specic data on the performance of the tracking generator
CAUTION
Damage can result if the original packaging materials are not used. Packaging
materials should be anti-static and should cushion the tracking generator on all
sides.
Never use styrene pellets in any shape as packaging materials. They do not
adequately cushion the instrument or prevent it from moving in the shipping
generating
by
Hewlett-P
a
may
you
or
companies
packing material
container
original
its
in
corrugated
ackard
use
that
cardboard
Place
2.
the
If
sales
alternative
bubble-pack
Surround
3.
bubble-pack
Place
4.
container
with
tracking
the
original
service
and
the
tracking
the
kg
159
container.
static electricity
generator
packaging
oce
packing
is
material
Sealed
tracking
prevent
to
generator
strong
a
or
bursting
lb)
(350
Styrene pellets
or by
in its
materials
obtain
to
referred
Corporation
Air
generator
tracking
the
after
,
shipping
container
strength.
also
can
fan
lodging
in
original packaging
available,
not
are
information
to
of
at
with
generator
wrapping
on packaging
\bubble-pack".
as
Hayward,
3
least
from
with
it
made
is
that
equipment
cause
motors
.
materials
can
you
materials
One of
California, 94545.
to
inches
4
of
moving
packing
double-walled
of
damage
.
contact
the
original
its
shipping
its
in
material,
The shipping container must be both large enough and strong enough to accommodate your
tracking generator and allow at least 3 to 4 inches on all sides for packing material.
5. Seal the shipping container securely with strong nylon adhesive tape.
an
makes
or
.
shipping
6. Mark the shipping container \FRAGILE, HANDLE WITH CARE" to help ensure careful
handling.
7.
Retain
copies of
shipping
all
papers
.
General
Information 1-9
General Information
1-10
2/8 Module
a
ackaging
P
1-3.
able
T
Item Description HP
1 Carton-outer 5180-8479 1
2 Carton-inner 9211-4781 1
3 Carton-sliders 5180-2369 1
4 Foam inserts 4208-0493 1
pads
oam
5 F
for
Number
art
P
5180-8469 2
Qty
Installation
This chapter contains information needed to install the HP 70300A RF tracking generator
into an HP 70000 Series modular measurement system mainframe, and to check the basic
operation of the tracking generator. Chapter 4 contains the tests needed to verify that
the tracking generator meets its specications.For more detailed information about
HP 70000 Series modular measurement system conguration and addressing, refer to the
HP 70000 Modular Spectrum Analyzer Installation and Verication Manual
.
Examples of addressing and cable connections are given for the following congurations:
HP 71100A modular spectrum analyzer with an HP 70300A RF tracking generator.
HP 71210A microwave spectrum analyzer with both an HP 70300A RF tracking generator
and
an
HP
70301A
microwave
tracking
generator
.
2
Installing the
the following
ddressing the
A
1.
Installing
2.
Connecting
3.
properly
When
interface-bus
interconnect.
Module
not
Operation"
faulty
.
tracking generator
steps:
tracking generator
the tracking
tracking
the
installed,
control
After
generator into
the
through
tracking
the
make
to
generator-interconnect
sure
in an
HP
the
HP 70000
.
the
70300A
tracking
generator
the
that
mainframe
tracking
RF
generator
installed,
is
tracking
Series
cables
generator
rear
's
generator
modular
.
.
panel
the
use
measurement
obtains
mainframe/
information
been
has
power
both
tracking
in
properly
system
requires
and
generator
\Checking
installed and
is
Installation
2-1
Addressing the Module
The HP 70300A RF tracking generator needs an appropriate Hewlett-Packard Modular
System Interface Bus (HP-MSIB) address to be able to communicate with the master of the
HP 70000 Series modular measurement system. The HP 70300A RF tracking generator's
HP-MSIB address is set using the tracking generator's ROW and COLUMN address switches.
Determining the HP-MSIB Address
The HP 70300A RF tracking generator has a factory-preset HP-MSIB address of
6, 19 (row 6, column 19). Figure 2-1 shows the address map for an HP 70300A
RF tracking generator congured with an HP 71100A modular spectrum analyzer.The
addresses in this gure are the factory-preset addresses for the tracking generators.
Figure
2-1. A
ddress Map
If the HP 70300A RF tracking generator is going to be used in an HP 70000 Modular Spectrum
Analyzer System where the tracking generators all have their factory-preset addresses,the
HP 70300A RF tracking generator probably will not need to have its factory-preset address
changed. However, if the factory-preset addresses of the tracking generators in the system
have been changed, or if the HP 70300A RF tracking generator is being used in another type
tracking generator
70000
HP
of
factory-preset
Series
address
modular
may
measurement
be
to
need
system,
changed.
the
HP
70300A
RF
Changing HP-MSIB addresses requires an understanding of HP-MSIB addressing rules
70000 Modular
information on determining and assigning HP-MSIB addresses
Spectrum Analyzer Installation and V
Installation
2-2
erication Manual
.
, refer to the
HP
's
For
.
Setting the HP-MSIB Address Switches
The HP 70300A RF tracking generator's address switches are located on the top of the
tracking generator. Table 2-1 gives the decimal value for each address switch when the switch
is set to binary 1 (ON).
Table 2-1. Decimal Equivalents of Row and Column Address Switches
Address Switch Decimal Value
Row
3* 4
2* 2
1 1
Column
5* 16
4 8
3 4
2* 2
1* 1
6,
1
19
*These
(ON),
(row 6,
switches
resulting
column 19).
factory-preset
are
HP-MSIB
an
in
to
address
binary
of
the procedure
Use
Set the
1.
number
Figure
the
Set
2.
column
10011
three
or
.F
below
switches
ROW
example
,
if
to
the
change
to
row
the
the
number
address
binary
value
6,
is
switches:
the
of
change
2-2.
ve
number
shown
as
COLUMN
or
F
.
Figure
in
switches
example
2-2
binary
the
to
column number
the
if
,
.
value of
is 19,
Figure 2-2. HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator A
tracking
the
generator
switches
the tracking
change
ddress Switches
's
binary
to
generator
switches
the
HP-MSIB
as
110
HP-MSIB
's
binary
to
row
shown
in
Installation
2-3
Installing the Module in the Mainframe
The HP 70300A RF tracking generator needs to be installed in an HP 70000 Series modular
measurement system mainframe before it will operate.Follow the procedure below to
install the tracking generator into the mainframe. See Figure 2-3 for identication of the
tracking generator and mainframe parts called out in the procedure.
1. Turn the mainframe LINE switch o.
2. Open the mainframe front panel door.
3. Slide the tracking generator into the mainframe.
4. Press against the tracking generator front panel while tightening the tracking generator
latch with an 8 mm hex-ball driver.
5. Close the mainframe front panel door.
2-4
Installation
Figure 2-3. Module
Installation in Mainframe
Connecting the Module-Interconnect Cables
This section contains addressing and tracking generator-interconnect cabling information for
the following system congurations:
HP 71100A modular spectrum analyzer with an HP 70300A RF tracking generator.
HP 71210A microwave spectrum analyzer with both an HP 70300A RF tracking generator
and an HP 70301A microwave tracking generator.
In addition to the module-interconnect cables listed, system HP-MSIB cables must be
connected. Refer to the
Manual
Table 2-2 lists the module-interconnect cables available at the time this manual was published.
The column labeled \L/R" refers to the signal ow OUT to IN as viewed from the
When connecting the cables, bends in the semi-rigid cable make it necessary to consider the
relative positions of the signal source and destination. For example, order a \L to R" cable if
a given conguration, as viewed from the front, places a signal source to the left of the signal
destination.
.
HP 70000 Modular Spectrum Analyzer Installation and Verication
front
panel.
Installation
2-5
Table 2-2.
Module-Interconnect Cables for an HP 70000 Series Modular
Measurement System
Description HP Part Number Span L/R
Semi-rigid Type N:
Type N (m) to SMA (m) 5021-9319 n/a n/a
Semi-rigid LO I/O Cables:
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5448 1/8 LtoR
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5449* 2/8 LtoR
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5450 3/8 LtoR
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5451 4/8 LtoR
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5452 5/8 LtoR
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5453 6/8 LtoR
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5454 7/8 LtoR
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5491 1/8 RtoL
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5492 2/8 RtoL
SMA(m) to SMA(m) 5021-5493 3/8 RtoL
SMA(m)
SMA(m)
SMA(m)
SMA(m)
Flexible
SMA(m)
SMA(m)
Flexible
SMB(f)
SMB(f)
SMB(f)
to
to SMB(f),
to
SMB(f) to
SMB(f)
to
SMA(m)
to
SMA(m)
to
SMA(m)
to
SMA(m)
to
I/O
LO
SMA(m),
to
SMA(m),
to
System
SMB(f),
SMB(f),
SMB(f), 240
SMB(f),
Cables:
52
74.5
Cables:
mm
100
160 mm
mm
190
mm
mm
290
cm
cm
(20
(29
in.)
in.)
5021-5494 4/8 R
5021-5495 5/8 R
5021-5496 6/8 R
5021-5497 7/8 R
5061-9038* n/a n/a
5061-9039 n/a n/a
5061-9015 1/8 n/a
5061-9016 2/8 n/a
5061-9017* 3/8 n/a
5061-9018 4/8 n/a
5061-9019 5/8 n/a
to
to
to
to
L
L
L
L
SMB(f) to SMB(f), 365 mm 5061-9020* 6/8 n/a
SMB(f) to SMB(f), 390 mm 5061-9021 7/8 n/a
*These cables are shipped with the tracking generator when the
tracking generator is ordered separately. Refer to \Accessories" in
Chapter 1 for more information.
2-6
Installation
Note
Older HP 70300A RF tracking generators may have three additional connectors:
3.6214 GHz IN, 3.6214 GHz OUT, and LO OUT 3.0|6.6 GHz. When these
connectors are present, use a jumper cable to connect 3.6214 GHz IN and
3.6214 GHz OUT together, and connect a 50 termination to LO OUT 3.0|6.6
GHz.
HP 71100A Modular Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator
To congure an HP 70300A RF tracking generator into an HP 71100A modular spectrum
analyzer, connect the tracking generator-interconnect cables according to the following list.
The number in parentheses is the HP part number of the cable used for the connection.
Table 2-3 gives the total quantity of each cable required for the illustrated conguration.
Figure 2-4 illustrates the address map and cable connections.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 8 inch-pounds of torque when tightening APC 3.5 and SMA
connectors.To ensure proper electrical connection and help prevent connector
damage, torque all APC 3.5 and SMA connectors from 5 to 8 inch-pounds.
to
to
AN
to
OUT
OUT
IN
section
LO
LO
IN
LO
to
Connections
OUT
LO
tracking
tracking
to
tracking
tracking
to
to
1
section
IF
generator
tracking generator
LO
generator HSWP
section
RF
VIDEO
(5021-5449)
.
generator
SWEEP
generator 0|2.9
300
OUT
70300A
HP
Tracking
Tracking
Tracking
Tracking
Tracking
Tracking
Other
LO
LO
RF
generator
generator
generator
generator
generator
generator
Connections
tracking
tracking
generator
generator
Tracking
LO
300
SWEEP
TUNE+SP
HSWP
0|2.9
Generator
RF
to
IN
IN
MHz
IN
IN
GHz
MHz
300
VIDEO
LO tracking generator LO OUT to RF section 1st LO IN. (5021-5449)
RF section 21.4 MHz OUT to IF section 21.4 MHz IN. (5061-9016)
Table 2-3.
Cables
for
an
HP
HP
71100A
70300A
Modular
RF
Spectrum
Tracking
Generator
OUT
MHz
300
(5061-9017)
.
TUNE
IN/OUT
SP
.
GHz
(5061-9015)
IN.
MHz
(5061-9016)
.
Analyzer with
(5061-9017)
2.
(5061-9017)
AN.
(5061-9017)
IN.
an
Number
art
Description HP
P
Quantity
Required
Semi-rigid, LO I/O 5021-5449 2
Flexible, System 5061-9015 1
5061-9016 2
5061-9017 4
Installation
2-7
Figure 2-4.
HP 71100A Modular Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator
Installation
2-8
HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator and an HP 70301A Microwave Tracking Generator
To congure an HP 70300A RF tracking generator and an HP 70301A microwave tracking
generator into an HP 71210A microwave spectrum analyzer, connect the tracking generator-
interconnect cables according to the following list. The number in parentheses is the HP part
number of the cable used for the connection. Table 2-4 gives the total quantity of each cable
and adapter required for the illustrated conguration. Figure 2-5 illustrates the address map
and cable connections.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 8 inch-pounds of torque when tightening APC 3.5 and SMA
connectors.To ensure proper electrical connection and help prevent connector
damage, torque all APC 3.5 and SMA connectors from 5 to 8 inch-pounds.
HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator Connections
HP 70300A RF tracking generator front panel RF OUTPUT to HP 70301A microwave
tracking generator front panel LOW BAND INPUT. (5021-9319)
HP 70300A RF tracking generator LO IN to HP 70301A microwave tracking generator LO
(5021-5449)
.
OUT
70300A
HP
generator
70300A
HP
RF
300
RF
tracking
IN.
MHz
tracking
generator 300
(5061-9016)
generator
300
MHz OUT
IN
MHz
to
to HP
LO
70301A microwave
tracking
generator
tracking
300
MHz
(5061-9020)
70300A
HP
tracking
LO
tracking
RF
AN.
SP
70300A RF
HP
tracking
RF
generator
generator
(5061-9018,
tracking
generator
TUNE
TUNE
5061-9017,
generator
SWEEP
to
AN
SP
and
AN,
SP
5061-9016)
HSWP
RF
IN
section
70301A
HP
to
IN
to
LO
tracking
LO
TUNE
microwave
tracking
generator
AN,
SP
generator
70300A
HP
tracking
SWEEP
HSWP
.
generator
IN/OUT
(5061-9020)
Other
Connections
OUT 2.
(5061-9019)
TUNE
.
LO tracking generator 300 MHz OUT 1 to RF section 300 MHz IN. (5061-9019)
LO tracking generator 100 MHz IN to HP 70310A precision frequency reference 100 MHz.
(5061-9019)
LO tracking generator VIDEO IN to HP 70903A IF section VIDEO OUT. (5061-9016)
tracking
LO
exible
cable)
generator
LO
OUT
to
RF
section
1st
LO
IN.
(HP
5061-9038
SMA
meter
0.5
RF section LO OUT to HP 70301A microwave tracking generator LO IN. (5021-5495)
RF section 21.4 MHz OUT to HP 70903A IF section 21.4 MHz IN.
(5061-9019)
HP 70902A IF section VIDEO OUT to HP 70903A IF section VIDEO IN. (5061-9015)
HP 70902A IF section 21.4 MHz IN to HP 70903A IF section 21.4 MHz OUT
. (5061-9015)
External power pack to HP 70310A precision frequency reference EXT PWR.
70301A
HP
generator
microwave
MHz
21.4
tracking
OUT
generator
21.4
70301A microwave
HP
to
IN
MHz
.
tracking
Installation
2-9
Table 2-4.
Cables and Adapters
for an HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum Analyzer with
HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator and HP 70301A Microwave Tracking
Generator
Description HP Part Number Quantity
Required
Semi-rigid, Type N 5021-9319 1
Semi-rigid, LO I/O 5021-5449 1
5021-5495 1
Flexible,LOI/O HP 5061-9038 SMA 0.5 meter exible cable 1
Flexible, System 5061-9015 2
5061-9016 3
5061-9017 1
5061-9018 1
5061-9019 4
5061-9020 2
Adapter, SMB tee (f)(m)(m) HP 1250-1391 50 SMB tee(f) (m) (m) 2
Figure 2-5.
HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator
and an HP 70301A Microwave Tracking Generator (1 of 2)
Installation
2-10
Figure 2-6.
HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum Analyzer with an HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator
2)
and
an
HP
70301A
Microwave
Tracking
Generator
(2 of
Installation
2-11
Checking Module Operation
The operation of the HP 70300A RF tracking generator in an HP 70000 Series modular
measurement system is veried by checking the results of the tracking generator's power-on
self-test. Refer to Chapter 4 for tests that verify the tracking generator specications.
The results of the self-test are determined by observing the front panel LEDs and by checking
for error messages.
CAUTION
When the AC COUPLED LED is lit, tracking generator damage may occur if the
voltage level at the RF OUTPUT exceeds 25 V dc.
When the DC COUPLED LED is lit, tracking generator damage may occur if the
voltage level at the RF OUTPUT exceeds 0 V dc.
The UNLEVELED LED will light when the reverse power at the RF OUTPUT is
too high. Module damage may occur if the reverse power at the RF OUTPUT
exceeds 1 W. Refer to UNLEVELED LED information for the other conditions
that will cause the UNLEVELED LED to light.
Observing
power-on
The
During
the
If
either
the
status
A
The
ERR
The
A
The
DC
The
RF
The
UNLEVELED
The
tracking
the
the
the
self-test,
the
of
LED
CT
LED
COUPLED
C
COUPLED
LED
COUPLED
C
A
self-test
LEDs
should
should
should
generator's
\Troubleshooting,"
Front-P
runs
LEDs
the
should
be
be
should
LED
should
LED
o.
be
should
LED
LED or
LEDs' status
the
if
LEDs
anel
automatically
ash
will
immediately
be
on.
o.
o.
be
o.
be
o.
be
OUTPUT power
RF
the DC
when
then
on,
after
is turned
COUPLED
is dierent
power
again.
o
the
LED
than that
rst
is
The
self-test
the
on,
should
listed above
applied
to the
following listing
run.
has
,
LED
CT
A
Refer
on.
be
.
tracking generator
describes what
and
,
LED
RF
the
Chapter
to
5,
.
Checking for Error Messages
The procedure below is for use when the HP 70300A RF tracking generator is part of an
HP 70000 Series modular measurement system that contains a display and has an HP 70900A/B
local oscillator source as the system master.Perform this procedure to display any error
key
system.
.
messages
Press
1.
present
the
4
MENU
for the
5
2. The error messages for the system will be visible on the display screen. Note any error
messages that have
tracking generator
70300A
as part of the error code
's HP-MSIB address
, and will be dierent if the factory-preset address has
. The last two numbers (6, 19) are the
been changed.
3. If any error messages are present for the HP 70300A RF tracking generator, refer to
Chapter 5 for troubleshooting information.
Installation
2-12
3
Specications
This chapter contains characteristics and measurement-related specications.Table 3-1
lists the system specications and characteristics that are modied when the HP 70300A
RF tracking generator is used in an HP 70000 Series modular measurement system spectrum
analyzer conguration. For any system specications or characteristics not listed here, refer to
the
HP 70000 Modular Spectrum Analyzer Installation and Verication Manual
.
Table 3-1 and Table 3-4 contain both specications and characteristics. Characteristics are
in
italics
and are identied with the word
characteristic
. The terms \specications" and
\characteristics" are dened below:
Specications
Typical
performance
Characteristics
Nominal
values
describe warranted performance over the temperature range of 0Cto
+55C (unless otherwise noted) after one hour of continuous operation.
Specications apply
after system
self-calibration routines
Unless otherwise
range is
qualied
where
will
provide
indicate
improved
by
listed,
meet.
useful,
the
noted,
with
output-power
an
warranted
not
is
non-warranted
but
expected,
temperatures
have run.
corrected
limits
error-correction
setting
indicates
but
,
,
non-warranted
but
given
are
routines
to that
refer
functional
value
,
stabilized
have
when
specications
All
.
setting.
performance which
performance information.
and
denoted
the
of
and
specication
a
most
parameter
that
are
units
.
Specications
3-1
Table 3-1.
System Specications and Characteristics with HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator
Parameters Specications and Characteristics
Frequency Range
As a source: 20 Hz to 2.9 GHz (dc coupled)
100 kHz to 2.9 GHz (ac coupled)
Resolution<1Hz
With spectrum analyzer: 100 Hz to 2.9 GHz
Frequency Accuracy
Span10 MHz:
6
[(frequency readout2frequency reference accuracy*)
+ 1% of span + 15 Hzy]
Span>10 MHz:
6
[(frequency readout2frequency reference accuracy*)
+ 2% of span + 15 Hzy]
Frequency Tracking Range
(characteristic)
Frequency Tracking Drift
6
500 Hz
Resolution<1Hz
<3Hz/hour after warm-up
(characteristic)
Amplitude
T
Amplitude
Absolute
Amplitude
Vernier
T
*Refer
chapter
Manual
y
Uncorrected, error is 150 Hz with tracking adjusted to 0 Hz.
z
Normal detection is used for output frequencies of 10 MHz to 2.9 GHz. Alternate
Range
otal:
ccuracy
A
ccuracy
A
Flatness
ccuracy
A
Absolute
otal
to Frequency
HP
the
of
.
z
z
x
:
ccuracy
A
Reference
70000
10 dBm
0
x
,
:
:
6
6
6
0.75
0.5
0.5
dB
dB
+1.2
6
0.15
x
,
z
1.75
:
6
+2.2
ccuracy
A
Modular Spectrum
91 dBm,
to
0
(normal
MHz
300
at
dB
(alternate
MHz
1
at
300 MHz
relative
0
to
dB/dB
dB
to
dB
for
0.7
at
the
to
relative
dB
0.5
6
,
MHz
300
dB
1.7
0
particular
dB
(normal
at
Analyzer Installation
0.01
to
total
MHz
1
system
resolution
dB
detection)
detection)
(normal
(alternate
MHz
1
detection)
(alternate
the
in
and V
detection)
detection)
\Specications"
erication
detection is used for output frequencies of 20 Hz to 10 MHz.
x
Applicable for the temperature range of 25C65C.
detection)
Specications
3-2
Table 3-2.
System Specications and Characteristics with HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator
Parameters Specications and Characteristics
Amplitude Drift
<60.05 dB perCat010 dBm
(characteristic)
Amplitude Modulation
Depth: 0 to 100%
Accuracy:
Rates: Internal:
80%:
External:
6
4% AM at013 dBm (normal detection)
6
6% AM at013 dBm (alternate detection)
400 Hz and 1 kHz (63%)
20 Hz to 20 kHz (3 dB BW at 30% AM)
Resolution: 1%
Distortion:
<
10% for 80% AM (at internal rates; with normal
detection)
<
4% for 30% AM (with alternate detection) measured at
0
13 dBm output power
Incidental phase: CW mode, 50 Hz to 15 kHz post-detection BW
Modulation:
Sweep
ower
P
Tracking
eedthrough
F
(System
P
Range
Generator
*
erformance)
0.3
<
0
to
0
Equal
except
dB
10
to the
peak
0.1
,
Standard
radian
where noted.
30%
for
resolution
dB
AM
System
internal
at
ANL
D
rates
(without
70300A),
Exceptions:
71210C:
71209A:
Scalar
Step
Dynamic Range
Attenuator
Attenuation
Repeatability:
Accuracy:
Output level:
SWR: (characteristic)
y
z
Range:
0
<
GHz)
GHz)
2.9
-
(2.0
dBm
135
0
<
Compute
.R. =
S.D
to 70
0
0.2
6
<
6
1.0 dB over full range (reference to 0 dB)
0
10 to091 dBm
<
1.3:1 with10 dB attenuation
using the
Maximum leveled
dB in
for
dB
following formula:
steps
dB
10
setting
any
power
TG
0
feedthrough
-2.9
(2.0
dBm
135
0
<
GHz);
2.0
-
MHz
(10
dBm
138
*TG feedthrough is dened as the displayed average noise level present with the TG set to
loads
50
s
in
that
have
Maximum
y
Systems
z
Step-attenuator
Leveled
with
step attenuators
Output
preamps
listings
.
will
only
ower
P
not
and
meet
apply
output and
TG
the
this specication.
70300A
HP
the
to
input
RF
RF tracking
terminated
generator
.
Specications
3-3
Table 3-3.
System Specications and Characteristics with HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator
Parameters Specications and Characteristics
Spectral Purity
FM:
AM:
<
50 Hz rms (CW Mode, 50 Hz to 15 kHz video bandwidth)
0
60 dBc at010 dBm output level
0
40 dBc at021 dBm output level
(CW mode, 50 Hz to 15 kHz video bandwidth)
Harmonic Spurious at
0
10 dBm output:
Non-Harmonic Spurious at
0
10 dBm output:
RF O Residuals
<030 dBc (10 MHz to 2.9 GHz)
<025 dBc (20 Hz to 10 MHz)
<030 dBc (20 Hz to 2.0 GHz)
<020 dBc (2.0 GHz to 2.9 GHz)
<080 dBm
<0120 dBm (at spectrum analyzer input frequency)
Sweep Time
Range: 10 ms to 1000 s (with HP 70900B local oscillator source
Local Oscillator)
oscillator source)
2
20
<
A
uto
Sweep
Time:
Table
50
V
3-4. General
1000
to
ms
\typical"
for
alid
Specications
(with
s
70900A local
HP
devices
and
with
Characteristics
span
(DUT
BW)
arameters
P
emperature
T
Operation: 0C
Storage:
*
EMI
70300A
HP
tracking
RF
generator
Weight (characteristic)
HP 70300A
RF tracking generator
Dimensions (characteristic)
Height: 127
Width: 96
Length: 467
*Applies to systems only
.
Specications
to +55
40
0
Conducted
CISPR
interference
kg
5.0
C
+75
to
C
and
publication
lb)
(11
C
radiated
in
is
2/8-width module
in.)
(5.0
mm
(3.7 in.)
mm
in.)
(18.4
mm
interference
(1975)
11
compliance
Characteristics
and
FTZ
and
MIL-STD
with
in
is
1046.
compliance
Radiated
art
P
,
461B
with
7,
RE02.
Specications
3-4
Table 3-5.
HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator Input and Output Characteristics
Connectors Characteristics
AM INPUT/OUTPUT
BNC female
(characteristic)
Input: 600 impedance, cal % AM for 1 V peak input
Maximum safe input level: 5 V peak
Output: 20 impedance, 1 V peak65%
Maximum safe reverse level: 5 V peak
EXT ALC INPUT
(characteristic)
RF OUTPUT
(characteristic)
BNC female, 10 k impedance, use with 0 to 100 mV input
Negative detector, maximum safe input level: 20 V
Type N female, 50 impedance
Maximum safe reverse level: 1 W ( 30 dBm), 0 Vdc
SWR (normal detection):<1.5:1 leveled
SWR (alternate detection):<3.0:1 unleveled
LO IN 3.0|6.6 GHz
SMA female, 50 impedance, 0.5 dBm to 18 dBm maximum input
(characteristic)
dBm output
3.0|6.6
OUT
LO
(characteristic)
*
GHz
OUT
3.6214
GHz
(characteristic)
IN
3.6214
GHz
6 dBm
impedance
50
female
SMA
*
SMA
female
(Output
*
SMA
female
,
50 impedance
,
varies
level
50
,
depending
impedance
,
0
,
to 14
output
RF
on
dBm maximum
15
power
level
input
setting.)
(characteristic)
dBm
5
0
<
level: 20
level:
,0
,
dBm
detection)
detection)
dBm
20
6
dBm
,
,5
1
Vdc
0
Vdc
dBm
output
OUT
0|2.9
GHz
(characteristic)
IN
0|2.9
GHz
(characteristic)
MHz OUT
300
female
SMA
Maximum
to
Hz
20
to
MHz
10
female
SMA
Maximum
male,
SMB
50 impedance
,
reverse
safe
(alternate
MHz
10
(normal
GHz
2.9
impedance
50
,
input
safe
50 impedance
(characteristic)
300 MHz IN
SMB male, 50 impedance, 0 dBm62 dBm input
(characteristic)
*These are present only in some earlier versions of the HP 70300A RF tracking generator.
Specications
3-5
HP 70300A RF Tracking Generator Input and Output Characteristics
Connectors Characteristics
21.4 MHz IN
(characteristic)
SWEEP IN
(characteristic)
TUNE+SPAN IN
(characteristic)
HSWP IN
(characteristic)
*21.4 MHz IN can be used as either an input or an output.
*
Input: 50 impedance,<5 dBm
Output: 50 impedance,010 to030 dBm
SMB female
Maximum safe input level: 20 dBm, 40 Vdc
Maximum safe reverse level: 20 dBm, 40 Vdc
SMB male, maximum input 40 V
SMB male, maximum input 40 V
Level: 4.5 V to 10.2 V (1.5 V per GHz)
SMB male, maximum input 40 V
Level: TTL
Specications
3-6
Verication
This chapter describes module operation-verication tests that evaluate the electrical
performance of an HP 70300A RF tracking generator in an HP 70000 Series modular
measurement system. The software for these tests is on a Test Disk that is shipped
with the HP 70300A RF tracking generator. This disk is used
along with
the HP 70900
operation verication software (Rev B.03.00 or greater) to verify the HP 70300A
RF tracking generator's performance in a system. These tests need to be run after the
HP 70300A RF tracking generator has been repaired or adjusted.
For information about equipment requirements and descriptions of the operation verication
tests, refer to the
HP 70000 Modular Spectrum Analyzer Installation and Verication Manual
4
.
Explanation of
explains
following
The
ested
\T
chapter
\Equipment"
listed.
not
\Equipment
display
complete
display
will
test
the
list
Specication"
manual.
this
of
lists
The test
Setup"
also provide
will
correct.
and
est
T
the
display
then
and
Test
all external
will
describes equipment
Menu.
Descriptions
information
the
of
name
the
is
equipment
test
required
if
run
not
instruction. This
screen presents
The
setup is
the
If
Menu.
est
T
the
for
given
specication
the
required
equipment
test
interconnections.
screen
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
NN
NN
ABORT
wrong, pressing
each
does
N
N
N
and
test:
found
as
the
by
is
A
appear
not
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
NN
NN
PROCEED
N
N
N
PROCEED
in
particular
missing.
setup
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
softkeys
N
N
N
N
N
N
NN
NN
NN
NN
N
\Specications"
the
test.
current
three
on
Pressing
.
times
screen
the
if
N
N
N
N
N
ccessories
A
the
setup
will
\Description" provides a brief description of the test.
\In Case of Failure" tells which modules may need repair or adjustment if the test fails.
computer
is
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
NN
NN
ABORT
abort
are
N
N
N
erication 4-1
V
TG Absolute Amplitude Accuracy
for HP 70300A RF tracking generator
Tested Specication
AMPLITUDE ACCURACY: Absolute Accuracy
(using the normal and alternate detectors)
Equipment
Power Meter
RF Power Sensor
Equipment Setup
With the RF power-sensor output connected to the power meter, connect the input of the
RF power sensor to the RF OUTPUT of the tracking generator.
Description
tracking
The
measures
test
This
set
generator
accuracy
accuracy
is
with
0
at
measurements
10
to
the
dBm
are
OUTPUT
RF
the
dBm
10
0
at
detector
MHz,
1
normal
made with
at
300
single
a
with
amplitude
and
MHz
enabled.
alternate
the
sweep
accuracy
RF
the
RF
The
zero
in
of
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
detector
span.
tracking
the
measured
is
again
is
enabled.
generator
for
measured
Both
.
amplitude
for
frequency
amplitude
Case
In
this
If
Tracking
test
Failure
of
the
fails,
Generator
following
.
modules
may
need
repair
adjustment:
or
4-2
Verication
TG Vernier Accuracy
TG Vernier Accuracy
(for HP 70300A RF tracking generator)
Tested Specication
AMPLITUDE ACCURACY:Vernier Accuracy
Equipment
Power Meter
RF Power Sensor
Equipment Setup
With the RF power-sensor output connected to the power meter, connect the input of the
RF power sensor to the RF OUTPUT of the tracking generator.
Description
measures
test
This
to
dBm
21
0
over
tracking
The
tracking
the
power
power
error
(what
they
above
The
Case of
In
this
If
between
was
meet
test
generator
generator's
to
set
is
then
is
measured)
incremental
procedure is
fails,
0
stepped
the
Failure
Tracking Generator.
incremental
the
dBm,
10
0
frequency
attenuator
and
,
dBm
10
dB
1
in
programmed
stored.
is
specications
repeated at
the following
RF
the range
set
is
(if
reference
a
increments
amplitude
dierences
The
.
MHz
1
modules may
output
of the
300
to
present)
reading
over
(what
with
need
amplitude accuracy
automatic level
the ALC
MHz,
to
set
is
taken
is
21
0
the
expected)
was
absolute
the
in
ALC
the
repair
control
normal detector
.The
0dB
with
to
dBm
alternate
adjustment:
or
of the
tracking
the
11
0
and
errors
detector
tracking generator
(ALC).
is
generator
power
are
meter
.
range
meter
checked
power
dBm
the
.
selected,
and
output
The output
.
The absolute
reading
if
see
to
erication 4-3
V
TG Frequency Response
(for HP 70300A RF tracking generator)
Tested Specication
AMPLITUDE ACCURACY: Amplitude Flatness
(using the normal and alternate detectors)
Equipment
Power Meter
RF Power Sensor
Equipment Setup
With the RF power-sensor output connected to the power meter, connect the input of the
RF power sensor to the RF OUTPUT of the tracking generator.
Description
The
to
.
2.9
GHz.
test measures
This
frequency
alternate detector
the
range using
amplitude variation
the tracking
range
,the
generator
tested
versus frequency
normal
kHz
100
is
detector
10
to
the
of
MHz.
tracking
from
is
generator
MHz
10
or
F
reference
A
the
over
lowest.
same
The
alternate
the
Case
In
this
If
amplitude
frequency
Each
procedure
detector
of
test fails
step
ailure
F
,the
Tracking Generator.
dBm
10
of
0
normal
used
with
the
for
measure
to
the
0
range of
measured
is
is
,
following modules
is
any
10
at
set
detector
deviation
the
reference
dBm
may need
MHz
300
increased
is
from
amplitude
set
repair
the
using
reference
the
deviation
at 1
adjustment:
or
normal
in
MHz.
detector
linear
60
amplitude.
the frequency
over
steps
The
.
from
amplitude
highest
of
range
to
4-4
Verication
TG Feedthru
(for HP 70300A RF tracking generator using HP 70902A IF section)
Tested Specication
TRACKING GENERATOR FEEDTHROUGH
Equipment
Power Meter
RF Power Sensor
50 Ohm Termination (HP 909D 50 3.5 mm(m) termination only)
TG Feedthru
Note
The type of 50 termination used can greatly aect the feedthrough level.
BNC or Type N terminations have too much leakage, and should not be used.
The leakage of the HP 909D 50 3.5 mm(m) termination termination is low
enough not to aect the measurement.
Equipment
A:
Setup
analyzer
B:
Setup
RF
the
of
termination
Setup
Connect
system.
the
With
power
the
to
RF
the
power-sensor
RF
sensor
INPUT
RF
OUTPUT
the
to
of
RF
the
the
of
output
OUTPUT
spectrum
tracking
connected
the
of
analyzer
generator
the
to
tracking
.
the
to
power
generator
INPUT
RF
meter
Connect
.
connect
,
of
the
the
the
50
spectrum
input
ohm
Description
equipment
The
tracking
generator
bandwidth, 10
frequency is
is connected
is placed
Source track
Hz.
centered in
using setup
in Stimulus
the IF
spectrum
The
A.
Response
peaking is
then
mode
performed
resolution bandwidth.
analyzer
set
and
to
to
make
system
minimum
the
sure
containing
the
that
the
resolution
IF
source
The equipment is connected using setup B. The tracking generator feedthrough level is then
measured in each band of the spectrum analyzer using the following procedure:
1. The tracking generator is set for an RF output of010 dBm.
2. The spectrum analyzer is set as follows:
Reference
Resolution
of
level
0
bandwidth
65
dBm
of 10
(
Hz
section is
70908A
HP
when
dBm
75
0
RF
.
the
Attenuator setting of 0 dB.
Sample detection.
Stop and start
frequencies are set for the band of interest.
3. A sweep is taken.
4. The tracking generator frequency is set to the frequency of the peak response
meter is used to set the output amplitude to010 dBm60.05 dB.
section).
RF
, and a power
erication 4-5
V
TG Feedthru
5. The spectrum analyzer settings are changed as follows:
Span is set to 0 Hz.
Video bandwidth is set to 3 Hz.
Sweep time is set to a value which assures that the trace data elements are uncorrelated.
6. A sweep is taken.
The tracking generator feedthrough level is equal to the average of the trace elements. This
procedure is repeated for each band of the spectrum analyzer.
In Case of Failure
If this test fails, the following modules may need repair or adjustment:
Tracking Generator.
RF Section.
Preselector.
4-6
Verication
5
Troubleshooting
This chapter contains information about HP 70300A RF tracking generator front panel LEDs,
and a listing of the error codes for the HP 70300A RF tracking generator. The information in
this chapter is designed to help determine whether an error is being caused by the HP 70300A
RF tracking generator. Make sure that the module has been properly addressed, is securely
seated in the mainframe, and is correctly cabled.
After using the information in this chapter to verify that the problem is with the HP 70300A
RF tracking generator, refer to the
HP 70300A/70301A Service Guide
for more detailed
troubleshooting information.
If the error is not caused by the HP 70300A RF tracking generator, refer to the installation and
verication manual for the system master (for example, HP 70900B local oscillator source) for
more troubleshooting
information.
Status/Error
status/error
panel
front
The
other
the
below
CA
are
UTION
When
level
When
level
The
too high. Module damage may occur if the reverse power at the RF OUTPUT
exceeds 1 W. Refer to UNLEVELED LED information below for the other
conditions that will cause this LED to light.
CT
A
ERR
LEDs
dc
dc
HP
errors
Listed
voltage
voltage
70000
may
LEDs
the
the
the
the
A
DC
for
C
RF
RF
reasons
at
at
UNLEVELED
CT (active)
A
The
Modular
The
Measurement
(error)
ERR
ash
each LED
COUPLED
OUTPUT
COUPLED
OUTPUT
LED
LED
LED lights
then
on,
light.
to
LED is
exceeds 25
is lit,
LED
exceeds
light
will
lights
System
when
again,
o
module
lit,
V.
module damage
.
V
0
the
when
the
when
an
.
error
master
during
damage
reverse
module
condition
module's
the
may
may
power
activated
is
occur
occur
at
exists
self-test.
the
if
the
if
RF OUTPUT
the
an
by
Some
.
only be present when the spectrum analyzer sweeps; these errors cause the
ERR LED to ash at the sweep rate
If the ERR LED ashes at a 1-Hz rate
disrupted.
It is possible for a module to disrupt the HP-MSIB communication
.
, HP-MSIB communication has been
without its own error indicator ashing. If more than one module in the
system has its error indicator ashing at a 1-Hz rate, refer to the
Modular Spectrum Analyzer Installation and Verication Manual
HP 70000
.
is
COUPLED
C
A
COUPLED
C
A
The
ac-coupled
is
accomplished
pressed,
the
with
by
RF
LED
blocking
a
selecting
output
lights
the
always
is
the
when
capacitor
normal
to
set
tracking-generator
Switching
.
in-line
.
detector
mode
ac-coupled.
to
When
attenuator
input
ac-coupled
4
PRESET
roubleshooting 5-1
T
is
is
5
DC COUPLED
The DC COUPLED LED lights when the tracking-generator input
attenuator is dc-coupled (no blocking capacitor). Switching to dc-coupled
is accomplished by selecting the
alternate
detector mode. The blocking
capacitor can only be added or removed from the circuit by changing
detectors.
RF
UNLEVELED
The RF LED lights when the tracking-generator RF OUTPUT power is on.
The RF LED will be lit when the
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
SRC PWR
softkey is set to
NNNNNNNN
ON
.
The UNLEVELED LED lights when the RF OUTPUT power is unleveled. The
following conditions can cause the RF OUTPUT power to be unleveled:
The source power or power sweep levels are set too high. Use the
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
SRC PWR
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
or
PWR SWP
softkeys to correct the levels. Refer to the
operation manual supplement for the HP 70300A RF tracking generator
for more information.
The normal ALC detector is used at a frequency below the normal
detector range. Make sure that the dc voltage level at the RF OUTPUT is
less than 0 V dc, then use the
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
ALC ALT
softkey to switch to alternate
detector mode.
malfunction
A
. Substitute
low
70900A/B
HP
the
determine
70000
HP
Manual
The
.
output
in
modules
which
Modular
connected
is
RF
the
oscillator
local
module
Spectrum
signal
measure
,
faulty
is
a
to
results
path
signal
source
or
F
.
Analyzer
non-50
output
the
in
RF
the
levels
in
operation-verication
information,
more
Installation
and
system.
power
chain,
refer
V
being too
use
or
software
the
to
erication
to
Troubleshooting
5-2
Error Messages
The error messages generated by an HP 70300A RF tracking generator are listed in this section.
The messages are grouped by functional category; each category has its own series of numbers.
Interaction and dependencies can result in one problem causing multiple errors. Errors should
be investigated in the order in which they are reported. For a complete list of all system error
messages, refer to the Installation and Verication Manual for the system master.
Types Numbers
Usage/Operating . . . .................................................2000 to 2999
Hardware Warning ..................................................6000 to 6999
Hardware Broken . . . ................................................7000 to 7999
Usage/Operating Errors
Usage and operating errors listed below are generated when an instrument is used incorrectly.
This usually occurs during remote operation.
the
2001
Illegal
module
by
the
encounters
problem
a
tracking
mainframe
cmd
generator
and
,
User-generated
|
command
a
internal
to
module
modules
slave
the
system
does
it
module
Isolate
.
.
or an
,
protocol
recognize
not
open cable
problem
the
error
. This
by
.
error
This
error can
between the
substituting
occurs
when
also be
caused
system master
system
master
and
,
error
error
This
.
This
This
.
error
the
between
substituting
by
error
.
the system
substituting system
by
also
can
system
system
error
also
can
occurs
module
problem
a
tracking
out
module
problem
a
tracking
parameter
encounters
internal to
generator
slave modules
and
,
of range
encounters
internal
generator
slave
and
,
2002
2006
Illegal
the
by
the
mainframe
Param
the
by
the
mainframe
2008 Output unleveled
User-generated
|
command
a
module
the
module.
Isolate
it
,
does
or
the
system
an
protocol
recognize
not
cable
open
problem
.
| User-generated
Isolate
.
.
it does
or
,
a command
module
the
to
module
modules
system
an
the
protocol
recognize
not
cable between
open
problem
| The source power from the HP 70300A RF tracking generator
occurs
error
This
.
is unleveled. Either the selected output power is too high, the correct detector is not
being used, the frequency selected is outside of the detector band (10 MHz to 2.9 GHz),
or the 0 - 2.9 GHz OUT is not connected to the 0 - 2.9 GHz IN on the rear panel. For
more information about automatic level control, refer to the operating and programming
tracking
RF
system
2009
supplement
Protocol
for
error
HP 70300A
the
| User-generated
module encounters a command it does not recognize
by a problem internal to the module
the tracking generator module
mainframe, and slave modules
2042
Not stored, A-x->A on
|The
, or an open cable between the system master and
. Isolate the problem by substituting system master
.
N
NNNNNNNNNNNNNN
A--B-7A ON/OFF
generator
protocol
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
.
occurs
error
This
.
error
. This error can also be caused
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
N
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
NNNNNNNNNNNNNN
and
A--C-7A ON/OFF
softkeys must be OFF to store normalization data.
caused
be
master
master
caused
be
master
master,
when
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
when
and
,
when
and
the
,
roubleshooting 5-3
T
2043 LINEAR not allowed
allowed. Relative amplitude mode is active when the trace math functions are active
NNNNNNNNNNNN
(
A0B
2044
Not stored, open 1st
or
NNNNNNNNNNNN
A0C
is ON) and
| If the instrument is in relative amplitude mode, LINEAR is not
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
STIMULS RESPONS
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
|If
AVERAGE SHRT -7C
is active.
is pressed before
NNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN
STORE OPEN -7C
this error message appears, as a reminder to store the open rst.
Hardware Warning Errors
These error codes report the status of the HP 70300A RF tracking generator hardware.An
error indicates that some of the hardware is not functioning properly. Measurement accuracy
may be impaired.
,
6000 EAROM UNPROTECTED
| The write-protect switch (on the top of the module) is in the
ENABLE position. Use a non-metallic tool to switch it to the PROTECT position. If
the write-protect switch is already set to the PROTECT position, the HP 70300A
RF tracking generator hardware is faulty.
6008
Condence test failed
Hardware
These
HP
7000
error
70300A/70301A
ROM
the
First
7002
RF
low
GHz
7003 Second
300 MHz
frequency
faulty
Broken
codes
CHECK
checksum
Unleveled
LO
tracking
power
signal
connector
LO
input
at
70300A
HP
7004 300 MHz Error
Errors
are generated
or
|
the
at
faulty
Guide
The
in
's
Service
ERROR
stored
generator
,
Unlocked
signal.
70300A RF
HP
the
tracking generator
RF
by hardware
for
checksum
module
the
Signal
|
leveling
LO
70300A
HP
70300A
HP
The
|
ossible
P
or rmware
information.
more
computed
#1.
ROM
the
power
at
amplier
tracking
RF
tracking
RF
second
GHz
3.3
this
causes
of
tracking generator
hardware.
output
is
LO
failure
failures within
during
of
low
too
generator
generator
not
is
are
's rear
HP
ossible
P
rear
's
preset
70300A
causes
panel
module
the
.
hardware
\phased-locked"
either
low
panel 300
| Low signal power of the 300 MHz signal into the HP 70300A
the
does
LO
.
signal
MHz
module
not
this
of
IN
the
to
power
IN
RF tracking generator's third converter mixer.Possible causes of this failure are low
signal power at the HP 70300A RF tracking generator's rear panel 300 MHz IN connector,
or faulty HP 70300A RF tracking generator hardware.
Refer
.
agree with
failure
3.0|6.6
wrong
or
connector
the
are
,
or
Low
7006
21.4MHz
tracking
RF
70300A
HP
Error
|
generator
tracking
RF
's
7009 ROM #2 CHECKSUM ERROR
signal
third
power
converter
generator
at
assembly
hardware
ossible
P
.
.
MHz input
21.4
the
| The checksum computed during module preset does not agree
of
cause of
this
failure
70300A
HP
the
with the checksum stored in the module ROM #2.
7020 300 MHz AGC Error
| Low signal power at the output of
RF tracking generator's 300 MHz leveling amplier
.P
the HP 70300A
ossible causes of this
failure are
either low signal power at the HP 70300A RF tracking generator's rear panel 300 MHz IN
connector, or faulty HP 70300A RF tracking generator hardware.
Troubleshooting
5-4
is
faulty
Index
A
Accessories, 1-2
Addressing the Module , 2-2
address map, 2-2
address switches, 2-3
C
cables
HP part number, 1-2
Checking for Error Messages, 2-12
2-12
Checking
Connecting
2-5
,
Module
Operation
Module-Interconnect
the
,
Cables
D
Determining
the
HP-MSIB
ddress,
A
2-2
E
indicator
error
Messages,
Error
messages
error
external
signal
lights,
,,
generator,
5-1
5-3
5-4
1-5
F
rmware
upgrade, 1-2
Firmware Compatibility, 1-2
Front-Panel and Rear-Panel Features , 1-3
Front-Panel Inputs and Outputs, 1-4
front panel status and error LEDs, 5-1
1-3
,
Front-P
Status/Error
anel
LEDs
HP 71210A Microwave Spectrum
Analyzer with an HP 70300A
RF Tracking Generator and an
HP 70301A Microwave Tracking
Generator, 2-9
HP-MSIB
address, 2-2, 2-3
connection, 1-5
I
1-1
Initial
Inspection
Installing
the
,
Module
in
Mainframe
the
L
rmware
LO
version,
1-2
M
Manual
manual
Module
module
Conventions
organization,
,1-4
Latch
serial numbers,
,
, 1-1
viii
1-7
O
Front-P
Observing
the
operation-verication
anel
tests,
LEDs,
2-12
4-1
P
power-on self-test, 2-12
R
Rear-Panel Inputs and Outputs , 1-4
,
2-4
H
Hardware Broken Errors, 5-4
Hardware W
HP 70300A
arning Errors, 5-4
RF tracking generator
cable connections, 2-5
frequency range, vii
installing in mainframe, 2-4
operation-verication tests, 4-1
option 099, 1-2
power-on
step
71100A
HP
an
self-test,
attenuator,
Modular
70300A
HP
2-12
vii
Spectrum
Tracking
RF
2-7
Analyzer
Generator
with
,
S
Safety Considerations , 1-1
serial numbers
Setting the HP-MSIB A
, module, 1-7
ddress Switches , 2-3
Status/Error LEDs, 5-1
T
tracking generator conguration, 2-1
tracking generator-interconnect cable
connections,
tracking
generator
2-5
-operation
checks,
U
Usage/Operating
Errors,
5-3
2-12
Index-1
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