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Agilent Technologies

Model 8563E Option K35

User’s and Service Guide

Use this manual with the following documents:

Agilent 8563E CDMA Test Set User’s Guide

Agilent 8563E CDMA Test Set Service Guide

Agilent Technologies 8560 E-Series Firmware Upgrade Kit Installation Note

Agilent Part Number: 08563-90235

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Warranty Information

IMPORTANT Certification

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the time of shipment from the factory. Agilent Technologies further certifies that its
calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of
Standards and Technology (NIST, formerly NBS), to the extent allowed by the
Institute’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other
International Standards Organization members.

NOTE The actual warran ty on your instrument depends on the date it was ordered as well

as whether or not any warranty options were purchased at that time. To determine
the exact warranty on your instrument, contact Agilent Technologies with the
model and serial number of your instrument. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on

page 18.

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material and workmanship for the warranty period. During the warranty period,
Agilent Technologies will, at its option, either repair or replace products which
prove to be defective.

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Agilent 8563E Option K35 User’s and Service Guide iii

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Contents

Agilent Technologies Model 8563E Option K35

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Part 1: Option K35 Quick Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Equipment Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Reference Level Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Known Bugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Part 2: Option K35 ACPR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Typical W-CDMA ACPR Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Enabling Option K35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Service Center Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Remove the Analyzer Cover Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Download the Serial Number and ID String . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Replace the Analyzer Cover Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Verifying the Option K35 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Equipment Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Safety and Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Safety Earth Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Before Applying Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Contacting Agilent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Appendix A:

Firmware Installation Note Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Remove the Analyzer Cover Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Download the Serial Number and ID String. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Replace the Analyzer Cover Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Contents-1

Contents-2

Agilent Technologies

8563E Option K35

This User’s and Service Guide contains information required for installing,
operating and servicing the Agilent 8563E Option K35 W-CDMA test set.

Agilent 8563E Option K35 User’s and Service Guide 1

Agilent Technologi es 8563E Option K35

Description

Description

The Agilent 8563E Option K35 provides increased dynamic range of at least
73 dBc for W-CDMA ACPR measurements when used with an 856xE/EC
Option H35. Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR) measurements with at least
900 kHz of guard band are optimized in the Option K35. The Option K35 also
provides control menus integrated into the softkeys of the 856xE/EC for ACPR
measurements through firmware. With a frequency range of 1.2 GHz to 3.0 GHz,
the Option K35 meets the needs for the emerging W-CDMA specifications.

Specifications

Frequency Range: 1.2 GHz to 3.0 GHz
W-CDMA ACPR: 73 dBc Dynamic Range*
Conversion Loss: 15 dB Nominal
Maximum Input Power: 0 dBm Unmodulated CW, 0 Vdc,

Atten = 0 dB
Damage Input Power: +30 dBm CW, 0 Vdc
LO Input Power: 3. 0 GHz to 6.8 GHz
LO Input Power Range: +9 dBm to +20 dBm
Environmental Temperature Range: 25° C ±5° C

*RF Input power = –5 dBm, Channel Width = 4.096 MHz,
Channel Spacing = 5.000 MHz

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Description

In the following graph (Figure 1), th e optimum W -CDMA ACPR dynamic range is
calculated to be 73 dB with an optimum input power of –5 dBm at the input fo r the
mixer. This data is calculated from typical performance data. The W-CDMA
ACPR dynamic range is specified to be ≥70 dB at a mi xer i nput l eve l of –4.8 dBm.

NOTE The left (solid) curve indicates the dynamic range as limited by noise. The right

(dotted) curve indicates the dynamic range when it is limited by third-order
distortion products.

Figure 1 ACP Dynamic Range (dB) vs. Input Mixer Level (dBm)

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Agilent Technologi es 8563E Option K35

Installation

Installation

The following installation instructions are specific to the Agilent 8561E/EC,
8562E/EC, 8563E/EC, 8564E/EC or 8565E/EC spectrum analyzer.
Refer to Figure 2.

NOTE The following key conventions are used throughout this document.

HARDKEYS] are labeled front panel keys

•[

• SOFTKEYS are display defined keys (in the menus)

1. Position the spectrum analyzer on top of the Agilent 8563E Option K35.

2. Connect one flex cable (pa rt number 5062-66 62) fro m the LO OUT port on t he
spectrum analyzer to the LO IN port on the Option K35.

3. Connect one flex cable (part number 5062-6662) from the IF IN port on the
spectrum analyzer to the IF OUT port on the Option K35.

4. Connect the DUT RF signal to the RF INPUT port of the Option K35 for
ACPR measurements.

Figure 2 Option K35 Installation

Flex Cable
(5062-6662)

Cable to DUT

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Agilent Technologies 8563E Option K35

Getting St arted

Getting Started

Part 1: Option K35 Quick Check

Equipment Needed

• Signal Source, Frequency Range of 1.2 to 3.0 GHz

• Agilent Technologies 856xE/EC Option H35

• Agilent Technologies 8563E Option K35

Procedure

1. Set both the signal source and the spectrum analyzer to 2 GHz.

2. Connect the RF OUTPUT from the signal source to the RF IN of the signal
analyzer. Observe the signal on t he screen of the signal analyzer.

3. Move the RF signal from the signal analyzer and connect it to the
RF IN port of the Option K35.

4. Select the Option K35 on the signal analyzer using the following instructions:
a. If using front panel commands to turn on the Option K35, press the

following keys:

[Meas / User]

ACP MENU

K35 T/S

ON OFF

b. If using GPIB commands to turn on the Option K35 mode, enter the

following sequence:

ACPRTS ON

or

ACPRTS 1

NOTE The command to turn the test set off is ACPRTS OFF or ACPRTS 0. The command

to query the current state is ACPRTS ?.

5. Observe the signal on the screen again and confirm that the
Option K35 is functioning.

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Agilent Technologi es 8563E Option K35

Getting Started

6. Using the mixer conversion efficiency information supplied with the
instrument, enter the value of the Conversion Loss for the given frequency by
pressing the following keys:

[AUX CTRL]

EXT MXR

AMPTD CORRECT

AVG CNV LOSS

Enter the value and then press Enter (Hz).

At this point, the signal analyzer will read in absolute amplitude.

Reference Level Settings

The maximum allowable Reference Level is:

RL = –30 dBm + Avg Conv Loss (dB)

The IF input maximum level is –30 dBm. Therefore, the combination of the
A ver ag e Conver sion Los s (se en as CL o n scre en) an d the Re feren ce Le vel ( seen as
RL on screen) will total –30 dB.

For example, if the Average Conversion Loss entered is 16.2 dB
(CL = 16.2 dB) and the maximum IF input is –30 dBm, then the maximum
Reference Level is –13.8 dB.

RL = –13.8 dB = –30 dBm + 16.2 dB

Known Bugs

Each time

[Instrument Preset] (IP) is presse d, the Average Conversion Loss must

be re-entered. Alt hough t he on- scre en CL va lue h as not c hanged from t he pr evious
settings, the internal Average Conversion Loss has been reset to an unknown
value.

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Getting St arted

Part 2: Option K35 ACPR

1. With a CW signal connected to the RF INPUT port of the Option K35, set the
center frequency of the spectrum analyzer to the same frequency.

2. Turn the K35 optio n on using the same key or GPIB sequenc e outlined in step 4
of Part 1.

The CW signal will b e viewed on th e s creen with the appropr iate set tings to t he
reference level and span.

Typical W-CDMA ACPR Setup

Residual Bandwidth = 30 kHz
Video Bandwidth = 300 kHz
DET = SAMPLE
Channel Width = 4.096 MHz
Channel Spacing = 5.00 MHz

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Agilent Technologi es 8563E Option K35

Front Panel

Front Panel

Figure 3 Option K35 Front Panel Features

IF OUTPUT
SMA Connector

LO INPUT,
SMA Connector

Attenuator Adjustment

Control

RF INPUT,

Type-N Connector

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Theory of Operation

The following block diagram illustrates the theory of operation for the
Agilent 8563E Option K35.

Figure 4 Option K35 Block Diagram

Agilent Technologies 8563E Option K35

Theory of Operation

AGILENT 8563EC OPTION H35

SPECTRUM ANALYZER

LO

OUT

RANGE

3 GHz to 6.8 GHz

LO INPUT IF OUTPUT

DIVIDE

BY 2

1.5 GHz to 3.4 GHz

.

.

310.7 MHz

2

DUT

RANGE

1.2 GHz to 3.0 GHz

2nd

IF IN

RF INPUT

MIXER

BUFFER

AMPLIFIER

1 dB STEP

ATTENUATOR

8563E

OPTION K35

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0 -11 dB

Agilent Technologi es 8563E Option K35

Service Information

Service Information

• There are no adjustable parts in th is instrumen t.

• If your instrument requires service or if you need to remove or replace a
component, contact Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on

page 18.

• All TORX-drive screws are metric-threaded. All pozi-drive screws are
inch-threaded.

Enabling Option K35

NOTE Option Enable must be performed at an Agilent Service Center.

To enable Option K35 to work with the 8560 E/EC series spectrum analyzer,
Option H35 must be e nabled i n the i nstrument . Send th e 8560 E/ EC serie s analyzer
to be upgraded, the firmware and this manual to an Agilent Service Center to add
Option H35 to the 8560 E/EC series analyzer.

Service Center Instructions

Remove the Analyzer Cover Assembly

1. Disconnect the line-power cord, remove any adapters from the front panel
connectors, and place the analyzer on its front panel.

2. If an 85620A mass memory module is mounted on the rear panel, remove it.
Loosen (but do not remove) the four rear bumper screws using a 4 mm hex
wrench. Pu ll the cover assembly off tow ards the rear of the instrument.

Download the Serial Number and ID String

1. Move the WR PROT/WR ENA jumper on the A2 controller assembly to the
WR ENA position.

2. Set up the computer as described in the operation verification chapter of the
calibration guide (or the installation and verification manual, shipped with
earlier instrume nt s). Connect a GPIB (HP-IB) cable between the comput er a nd
the spectrum analyzer.

3. Connect a power cord t o the sp ectru m anal yzer a nd set the LINE s witch t o ON.
Wait f or the power-on adjustments to complete. Ignore any er ror messages.

4. On the spectrum analyzer, press
current address is not 18, press

.

ADR

[CONFIG] ANALYZER ADDRESS. If the

[18] ENTER (the Hz key), and STORE HPIB

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Agilent Technologies 8563E Option K35

Service Information

5. Download the LD_SERID progra m and r un the program. This program is used
to download the spectrum analyzer serial number and ID string into its
EEROM. This information must be present for the s pectrum analyzer to
function correctly. With th e 856xE/EC series analyze r connected via GPIB, add
the new option “H35” t o the exis ting list o f options . This will turn on th e option
to work with the 8563E Option K35 test set.

a. The software will prompt you to enter the se rial number pre fix and the ser ial

number suffix. For example, if the complete serial number is 3221A00129,
enter

3321 for the prefix (the program will automatically append the A) and

enter

00129 for the suffix.

b. Next, you will be prompted to enter th e spectrum analyzer model number . A

list of valid model numbers will be displayed. Enter the model number
exactly as it appears in the list. All alphabetic characters must be
upper-case.

c. You will then be prompted to indicate if there are any options installed.

Answer “Y” (yes). Enter Option H35. If the serial pref ix is 3305A or belo w ,
enter Option 008; these analyzers have the signal identification hardware.
Enter a Q (qu it) if there are no more options to add to the ID string.

6. After successfully downloading the new ID string, turn the spectrum analyzer
power off and on. Some error messages will still appear; these will be cleared
later.

7. Press

[CONFIG] DATECODE &OPTIONS. Under Options: should appear

the spectrum analyzer model number and 008 (if the serial prefix is 3305A or
less) along with any other installed options.

Replace the Analyzer Cover Assembly

1. Move the WR PROT/WR ENA jumper on the A2 controller assembly to the
WR PROT position.

2. Disconnect the power cord and GPIB cable from the spectrum analyzer.

3. Slide the cover onto th e instrument from the rea r. Be sure to locate the cover air
vent holes on the bottom side of the spectrum analyzer.

CAUTION When replacing the spectrum analyzer cover, use caution to avoid damaging any

cables.

4. Attach the cover with the four screws loosened earlier, and tighten the four
screws gradually to ensure that the cover is seated in the front frame gasket
groove.

5. Torque each screw to 40 to 50 in-lb. to ensure proper EMI gasket compression.

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Service Information

Verifying the Option K35 Operation

Equipment Needed

• Power Meter and Sensor

• Signal Generator

• Miscellaneous RF cables

Procedure

1. Set the frequency of the signal generator to a level within the range of the
Agilent 8563E Option K35.

2. Set the power level of the signal generator to –20 dBm.

3. Measure the power level using the power meter and sensor. Note the power
level.

4. Set the Agilent 856xEC spectrum analyzer to the same frequency as the signal
generator by pressing the following softkeys:

ZERO SPAN

K35 T/S ON

5. Connect the signal source to the Option K35 RF IN. Make sure that the
LO OUT of the spectrum analyzer is connected to the LO IN of the
Option K35.

6. Connect the power meter and sens or to t he IF OUT of the Opti on K35. Note the
power level.

The difference between the two measured power levels should be approximately
the same as the value in the Mixer Conversion Efficiency information supplied
with the Option K35.

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Troubleshooting

Use the following guide to troubleshoot through the listed possible problems
involving the operation of the Agilent 8563E Option K35. If problems persist or
cannot be corrected using thi s in formati on provi ded, co ntact Agilent Technologies.

Table 1 Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Check for the following:

No signal on screen 1. The standard configuration as described in the

Agilent Technologies 8563E Option K35

Service Information

installation section is used

2. The RF signal is between 1.2 GHz and

3.0 GHz

3. Option K35 menu item is turned ON

[User Menu]>ACP>K35 ON

4. Use the following configuration:

Use two separate RF sources, one for the LO IN
and the other for RF IN. Set the LO source
frequency to (RF IN Frequency +

310.7 MHz)*2

Amplitude is low, signal is on
the screen, but amplitude is low

Power ON LED is not
illuminated

Center frequency reads
>3 GHz after pressing
K35 ON OFF

The screen should show approximately
15 dB insertion loss thru Option K35

1. Connections are at their proper torque settings

2. Attenuator is set to 0 dB

3. The standard config uration is us ed (as des cribed
in the installation section)

1. Power is applied to the Option K35

2. Fuse is OK

1. Ensure that the 856xEC is in the unpreselected
mode:

[CONFIG]>EXT MXR>UNPR

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Service Information

Replaceable Parts

The following table shows the replaceable parts for this instrument.

Table 2 Replaceable Parts List

Description Agilent

Part Number

Front panel knob 0370-3215 1
Screw- rear frame 0515-0169 3
Screw - heatsink to deck 0515-0372 7
Screw - pc board to deck 0515-0374 5
Screw - PC board to heatsink 0515-1044 8
Screw - power supply to deck 0515-1079 3
Screw - bumper 0515-1146 8
Screw - attenuator bracket to deck 0515-1227 2
Screw - front/rear frame 0515-1367 8
Screw - power supply cover 0515-1459 2
Screw - power switch 0515-1460 2
Screw - power supply 0515-1585 4
Nut - dress panel 0535-0082 9

Quantity

LO Connector-front panel 1250-1666 2
RF Output Connector 1250-2191 1
Tie wrap 1400-0249 2
Cable clip - line switch cable 1400-0774 4
Cap - conductive, SMA 1401-0245 2
Ca p - conductive, Type-N 1401-0247 1
Washer - star interior 2190-0014 4
Washer - LO connector, rear 2190-0421 1
Flat Washers - heatsink 2190-0572 8
Washer - LO connector, front 2190-0761 1
Screw - attenuator to bracket 2200-0105 2
Set Screw - for knobs and shaft 3030-0007 4
Cover - power supply 5002-0611 1
Front Frame 5021-8693 1

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Table 2 Replaceable Parts List

Agilent Technologies 8563E Option K35

Service Information

Description Agilent

Part Number

Rear Frame 5021-8694 1
Adapter 5021-8695 1
Bumpers - corners 5041-8928 4
Feet 5041-8929 4
Cable Assembly - line switch 5062-4853 1
Instrument Cover Assembly 5062-4854 1
RF Cables 5062-6656 1
RF Cables 5062-6662 6
Hole Plug - chrome SMA 6960-0023 2
Hole Plug - black BNC 6960-0149 3
Warning Label - power supply 7120-4293 3
Warning Label - metric 7121-2527 1
Gasket - metallized 8160-0520 1

Quantity

Cable, LED power ON 08563-60126 1
Downconverter Board 08563-60129 1
ROM - U306 (Option K37 Only) 08563-80057 1
ROM - U307 (Option K37 Only) 08563-80058 1
ROM - U308 (Option K37 Only) 08563-80059 1
Panel - dress, rear 85640-00002 1
Panel - dress front 85640-00005 1
Bracket - attenuator 85640-00006 1
Center Deck 85640-00007 1
Heatsink 85640-20005 1
Power Supply Assembly 85640-60006 1
Attenuator 08494-60012 1

Calibration Certificate 9320-6288 1
User’s and Service Guide 08563-90235 1

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Safety and Regulatory Information

Safety and Regulatory Information

General

The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual. Familiarize
yourself with the symbols and their meaning before operating this instrument.

WARNING Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure which, if not

correctly p erformed or adhe r ed to, could r e sult in inj ury or lo ss of lif e. Do not
proceed beyond a warning note until the indicated conditions are fully
understood and met.

CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly

performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of the
instrument. Do not proce ed beyond a caution s ign until the in dicated condi tions are
fully understood and met.

The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked
with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to
the instructions in the documentation.

This symbol is used to mark the on position of the power line switch.

This symbol is used to mark the standby position of the power line
switch.

This symbol indicates that the input power required is ac.

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Safety and Regulatory Information

Safety Earth Ground

WARNING 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 into a
socket outlet pr ovided with a protected earth contact. Any interruption of the
protective conductor inside or outside of the product is likely to make the
product dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.

WARNING If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by the

equipment could be impaired. This product must be used in a normal
condition (in which all means for protection are intact) only.

Before Applying Power

Verify that the product is configured to match the available main power source as
described in the input po wer configu ration instructions in the standard m anual.

If this product is to be powered by an autotransformer, make sure the common
terminal is connected to the neutral (grounded) side of the ac power supply.

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Contacting Agilent

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Appendix A: Firmware Installation Note Modifications

Appendix A:
Firmware Installation Note Modifications

The following modifications are made to the Agilent Technologies 8560 E-Series
Firmware Upgrade Kit Installation Note with instruments with firmware revision

prior to 971024.

NOTE The Agilent Technologies 8560 E-Series Firmware Upgrade Kit Installation Note,

is sent only when Agilent 8560 E/EC series spectrum analyzers have not had
Option K35 compatibility firmware installed at the factory (as in Options H35)
The modifications to the Agilent 856xE/EC must be performed at an Agilent
Technologies approved service center for those instrument with firmware revision
prior to 971024.

Replace Table 1-1. Firmware Upgrade Kit Parts List with the following tab le:

Description Agilent

Part Number

EPROM, programmed U306 08564-80057 1
EPROM, programmed U307 08564-80058 1
EPROM, programmed U308 08564-80059 1
EPROM, programmed U309 08564-80060 1
8560 E-Series Firmware Upgrade Kit Installation Note

08560-90164 1

Quantity

Remove the Analyzer Cover Assembly

1. Disconnect the line-power cord, remove any adapters from the front panel
connectors, and place the analyzer on its front panel.

2. If an 85620A mass memory module is mounted on the rear panel, remove it.
Loosen (but do not remove) the four rear bumper screws using a 4 mm hex
wrench. Pull the cover assembly off towards the rear o f the instrument.

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Appendix A: Firmware Installation Note Modifications

Download the Serial Number and ID String

The following modifications are made to the Agilent Technologies
8560 E/EC-Series Firmware Upgrade Kit Installation Note with instuments with

firmware revisions after 971024..

1. Move the WR PROT/WR ENA jumper on the A2 controller assembly to the
WR ENA position.

2. Set up the computer as described in the operation verification chapter of the
calibration guide (or the installation and verification manual, shipped with
earlier instruments). Connect a GPIB cable between the computer and the
spectrum analyzer.

3. Connect a power cord t o the sp ectru m anal yzer a nd set the LINE s witch t o ON.
Wait f or the power-on adjustments to complete. Ignore any er ror messages.

4. On the spectrum analyzer, press
current address is not 18, press

.

ADR

[CONFIG] ANALYZER ADDRESS. If the

[18] ENTER (the Hz key), and STORE HPIB

5. Download the LD_SERID progra m and r un the program. This program is used
to download the spectrum analyzer serial number and ID string into its
EEROM. This information must be present for the s pectrum analyzer to
function correctly. With th e 856xE/EC series analyze r connected via GPIB, add
the new option “H35” t o the exis ting list o f options . This will turn on th e option
to work with the 8563E Option K35 test set.

a. The software will prompt you to enter the se rial number pre fix and the ser ial

number suffix. For example, if the complete serial number is 3221A00129,
enter

3321 for the prefix (the program will automatically append the A) and

enter

00129 for the suffix.

b. Next, you will be prompted to enter th e spectrum analyzer model number . A

list of valid model numbers will be displayed. Enter the model number
exactly as it appears in the list. All alphabetic characters must be
upper-case.

c. You will then be prompted to indicate if there are any options installed.

Answer “Y” (yes). Enter Option H35. If the serial pref ix is 3305A or belo w ,
enter Option 008; these analyzers have the signal identification hardware.
Enter a Q (qu it) if there are no more options to add to the ID string.

6. After successfully downloading the new ID string, turn the spectrum analyzer
power off and on. Some error messages will still appear; these will be cleared
later.

7. Press

[CONFIG] DATECODE &OPTIONS. Under Options: should appear

the spectrum analyzer model number and 008 (if the serial prefix is 3305A or
less) along with any other installed options.

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Appendix A: Firmware Installation Note Modifications

Replace the Analyzer Cover Assembly

1. Move the WR PROT/WR ENA jumper on the A2 controller assembly to the
WR PROT position.

2. Disconnect the power cord and GPIB cable from the spectrum analyzer.

3. Slide the cover onto th e instrument from the rea r. Be sure to locate the cover air
vent holes on the bottom side of the spectrum analyzer.

CAUTION When replacing the spectrum analyzer cover, use caution to avoid damaging any

cables.

4. Attach the cover with the four screws loosened earlier, and tighten the four
screws gradually to ensure that the cover is seated in the front frame gasket
groove.

5. Torque each screw to 40 to 50 in-lb. to ensure proper EMI gasket compression.

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