Getting Started Guide
PSA Series Spectrum Analyzers
This manual provides documentation for the following instruments:
E4440A (3 Hz - 26.5 GHz)
E4443A (3 Hz - 6.7 GHz)
E4445A (3 Hz - 13.2 GHz)
E4446A (3 Hz - 44 GHz)
E4447A (3 Hz - 42.98 GHz)
E4448A (3 Hz - 50 GHz)
Manufacturing Part Number: E4440-90608
Supersedes: E4440-90332
Printed in USA
June 2008
© Copyright 2001-2008 Agilent Technologies, Inc.
Notice
The information contained in this document is subject to change
without notice.
Agilent T echnologies makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this
material, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Agilent
Technologies shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for
incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing,
performance, or use of this material.
The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual.
Familiarize yourself with the symbols and their meaning before
operating this analyzer.
WARNING Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure
which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in
injury or loss of life. 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 analyzer. Do not proceed beyond a caution sign until
the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
NOTE Note calls out special information for the user’s attention. It provides
operational information or additional instructions of which the user
should be aware.
General Safety Information
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of
operation. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings
elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and
intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability for the
customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
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 in a
socket outlet provided with a protective 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. (IEC 348 clauses
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17.3.3c & 17.3.4)
CAUTION This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2
per IEC 61010 Second Edition and IEC 664 respectively.
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.
WARNING No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers.
CAUTION The Mains wiring and connectors shall be compatible with the
connector used in the premise electrical system. Failure, to ensure
adequate earth grounding by not using the correct components may
cause product damage, and serious injury
Additional Information
For the latest information about this analyzer, including firmware
upgrades, application information, and product information, see the
following URL:
http://www.agilent.com/find/psa/
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Contents
1. Installation and Setup
Initial Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
AC Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Instrument Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cleaning the Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connector Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Why Aren’t All the Personality Options Loaded in Memory?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
If Option 117 is Loaded in Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Using an External Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Firmware Revision. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Running Internal Alignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Printer Setup and Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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2. Front and Rear Panel Features
Front Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Front-Panel Connectors and Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Display Annotations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Rear-Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Key Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Front and Rear Panel Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
3. Making a Basic Measurement
Using the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Entering Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Using Menu Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Creating a User Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Viewing a Signal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4. Viewing Catalogs and Saving Files
File Menu Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Locating and viewing files in the catalog. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Creating a directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Saving a File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Step 1. Set up the analyzer trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Step 2. Save the file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Loading a file. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Renaming a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Copying a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Deleting a File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Using the Alpha Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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5. Options and Accessories
Ordering Options and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
50 Ω Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
50 Ω/75 Ω Minimum Loss Pad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
AC Probe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
AC Probe (Low Frequency) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Close-Field Probes (for EMC measurements with PSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Broadband Preamplifiers and Power Amplifiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
GPIB Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
USB/GPIB Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
HP/Agilent 11970 Series Harmonic Mixers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
HP/Agilent 11974 Series Preselected Millimeter Mixers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
RF and Transient Limiters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Power Splitters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
RF Bridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
50 Ω Transmission/Reflection Test Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Static Safe Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Noise Sources (for use with PSA Option 219). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
6. In Case of Difficulty
Types of Spectrum Analyzer Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Before Calling Agilent Technologies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Check the Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Read the Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Service Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Calling Agilent Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Returning an Analyzer for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
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Installation and Setup
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Agilent
Technologies
Performance
Installation and Setup
Spectrum
Analyzer (PSA)
Installation and Setup
This chapter provides the following information that you may need
when you first receive your spectrum analyzer:
• “Initial Inspection” on page 9
• “Power Requirements” on page 11
• “Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time” on page 14
• “Running Internal Alignments” on page 18
• “Printer Setup and Operation” on page 19
• “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” on page 21
• “Safety Information” on page 22
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Installation and Setup
Initial Inspection
Initial Inspection
Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of
stress. Retain the shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to
ship the analyzer to another location or to Agilent Technologies for
service. Verify that the contents of the shipping container are complete.
The following table lists the items shipped with the analyzer.
Item Description
Accessories
IntuiLink Toolbar software, CD-ROM Provides a set of connectivity tools that enable you to easily
move data from your analyzer to your PC.
Power Cable Connection for power source.
USB Cable (Option 111 only) Connects PSA USB to USB on a PC, part number 8121-1074.
Adapter (E4446A, E4447A, and E4448A
only)
Adapter (E4446A, E4447A, and E4448A
only)
Agilent Automation-Ready CD Assists in quickly and properly connecting instruments to
Standard Documentation Set
Getting Started Guide Covers unpacking and setting up the analyzer, analyzer
User’s and Programmer ’s Reference Describes analyzer features in detail, including front-panel
2.4 mm(f) to K(f) front panel connector adapter, part number
1250-2187.
2.4 mm(f) to 2.4 mm(f) front panel connector adapter, part
number 1250-2188.
your PC, part number E2094-60003. Includes: Agilent IO
Libraries Suite, Agilent VEE Pro, T&M Tool Kit, and Agilent
IO Hardware information.
features, and how to make a basic measurement. Includes
information on options and accessories, and what to do if you
have a problem.
key descriptions, basic spectrum analyzer programming
information, and SCPI command descriptions.
Installation and Setup
Measurement Guide Provides details on how to measure various signals, and how
to use catalogs and files.
Specifications Guide Documents specifications, safety, and regulatory information.
Instrument Messages and Functional Tests Includes instrument messages (and suggestions for
troubleshooting them), and manual functional tests.
Programming Conversion Guide Describes SCPI programming command compatibility for
8590, 8560, 8566, 8568, ESA/PSA series analyzers.
Documentation CD-ROM Includes the documents in the standard set (listed above).
You can view and print the information as needed. See the
CD-ROM jacket for installation information.
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NOTE If you purchased one or more optional measurement personalities, the
Installation and Setup
Installation and Setup
Initial Inspection
related guides for the options you ordered are included.
Service documentation is not included in the standard documentation
set. See “Options” on page 63 for information on ordering.
If There Is a Problem
If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the container
are incomplete:
• Contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office to arrange for repair
or replacement (see “Contacting Agilent Technologies” on page 78).
You will not need to wait for a claim settlement.
• Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection.
• If you must return an analyzer to Agilent Technologies, use the
original (or comparable) shipping materials (see “Returning an
Analyzer for Service” on page 79).
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Installation and Setup
Power Requirements
Power Requirements
The only physical installation of your Agilent spectrum analyzer is a
connection to a power source.
Line voltage does not need to be selected.
This analyzer does not contain customer serviceable fuses.
WARNING Failure to ground the analyzer properly can result in personal
injury. Before turning on the analyzer, you must connect its
protective earth terminals to the protective conductor of the
main power cable. Insert the main power cable plug into a
socket outlet that has a protective earth contact only. DO NOT
defeat the earth-grounding protection by using an extension
cable, power cable, or autotransformer without a protective
ground conductor.
Installation and Setup
If you are using an autotransformer, make sure its common
terminal is connected to the protective earth contact of the
power source outlet socket.
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 product is likely to make the
product dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
WARNING To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Agilent spectrum
analyzer from mains before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one
slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts.
Do not attempt to clean internally.
CAUTION VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS: When installing the product in a
cabinet, the convection into and out of the product must not be
restricted. The ambient temperature (outside the cabinet) must be less
than the maximum operating temperature of the product by 4°C for
every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power dissipated
in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts, then forced convection must be
used.
This analyzer has autoranging line voltage input. Be sure the supply
voltage is within the specified range.
NOTE For detailed analyzer specifications, see the Specifications guide.
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Power Requirements
T able 1-1. Power Requirements
Installation and Setup
NOTE The front panel switch is a standby switch only; it is not a LINE switch
Description
Voltage, Frequency 100 to 120 Vrms, 50/60/400 Hz
220 to 240 Vrms, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption, On Base Fully Loaded
< 260 W < 450 W
Power Consumption, Standby < 20 W
Specification
a
a. For greater detail, refer to the Specifications Guide.
AC Power Cord
The analyzer is equipped with a three-wire power cord, in accordance
with international safety standards. This cable grounds the analyzer
cabinet when connected to an appropriate power line outlet. The cable
appropriate to the original shipping location is included with the
analyzer.
(power disconnecting device).
WARNING Install the product so that the detachable power cord is readily
identifiable and easily reached by the operator . The detac hable
power cord is the product disconnecting device. It disconnects
the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of
the product. The front panel switch is only a standby switch
and is not a LINE switch. Alternatively, an externally installed
switch or circuit breaker (which is readily identifiable and is
easily reached by the operator) may be used as a disconnecting
device.
CAUTION Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product.
Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord can
cause product damage.
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Instrument Maintenance
Instrument Maintenance
Cleaning the Instrument
WARNING To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Agilent
Technologies E4440A Series from mains before cleaning. Use a
dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the
external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally.
Installation and Setup
Connector Care
CAUTION Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the
instruments power cord removed, and in a well-ventilated area. Allow
all residual alcohol moisture to evaporate, and the fumes to dissipate
prior to energizing the instrument.
Battery Information
The analyzer uses a Lithium Polycarbon Monofloride battery to power
the analyzer clock. The battery is located on the CPU board.
You can order the service documentation for Agilent spectrum
analyzers through your Agilent Sales and Service office. The
documentation is described under “Options” on page 63.
NOTE If the analyzer’s clock does not keep time when powered off, the
problem is the battery. See “Returning an Analyzer for Service” on
page 79.
WARNING Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended. Discard
used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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WARNING If this product is to be energized through an external auto
NOTE Do not connect anything else to the analyzer yet.
NOTE The instrument requires >2 minutes to complete the start-up routine.
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Information
Screen
Installation and Setup
Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time
Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time
❏ Plug in the power cord.
transformer for voltage reduction, make sure that its common
terminal is connected to a neutral (earthed pole) of the power
supply.
❏ Press the power switch (located in the lower left corner of the
analyzer’s front panel) to turn the analyzer on. See “Front Panel
Overview” on page 24.
An information screen appears during the initialization process. The
information screen contains the analyzer product number and a URL
for accessing product support information on the Web. See “Additional
Information” on page 3.
NOTE The information screen displays for approximately 10 seconds before
the initialization process is complete.
Record the firmware revision and serial number, and keep it for
reference. If you should ever need to call Agilent Technologies for
service or with any questions regarding your analyzer, it will be helpful
to have this information readily available. You can also obtain the
firmware revision and serial number by pressing
System.
System, More, Show
❏ If using LAN, set the IP address of the analyzer to an appropriate
number for your network; one that the network recognizes, but that
is not yet in use. (Consult your local IT group):
—Press
— If the current address is not appropriate, press
System, Config I/O, and note the IP address.
IPAddress and use
the keypad to change it.
— Verify the subnet mask and gateway values. If necessary, change
the values.
— Connect the LAN cable to the LAN connector located on the rear
panel of your analyzer (see “Rear-Panel Features” on page 29).
— Cycle the analyzer power.
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Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time
NOTE It is necessary to cycle the power to the analyzer after plugging in the
LAN for the analyzer to recognize the network.
❏ Allow the spectrum analyzer to warm-up for 30 minutes before
making a calibrated measurement. To meet its specifications, the
analyzer must meet operating temperature conditions.
NOTE It is normal to hear clicking when the Auto Alignment function is on.
See “Running Internal Alignments” on page 18 for more information.
Why Aren’t All the Personality Options Loaded in Memory?
Many measurement personality options are available for use with this
instrument. If the option is loaded in the instrument, you must also
have a license key entered, to use it.
Some versions of instrument hardware may not have enough memory
to accommodate all the options that you have ordered. If this is the case
you will need to swap the applications in and out of memory, as needed.
It may also be possible to upgrade your hardware to have more memory.
Contact your local sales or service office.
If Option 117 is Loaded in Memory
If you ordered Option 117, the Secure Memory Erase option was loaded
into the memory of your instrument and licensed at the factory but not
enabled. DO NOT enable this option until you have fully configured
your instrument (set the
removed options and licenses, and configured the power-up state you
desire). After the security mode is enabled, the main Flash memory
becomes read-only, rather than read/write memory. This makes it
impossible to add or remove personalities or their license keys, or
otherwise change the instrument’s configuration, unless you do a
System, Security, Secure Erase All procedure. This procedure will render
the instrument inoperable. You will then need to run the upgrade
procedure (on the Agilent Web site) to reinstall the firmware and
completely reconfigure your instrument. Refer to “Managing Security”
in Chapter 4 of the “User’s and Programmer’s Reference, Volume 1.”
System, Config I/O settings as needed, added or
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When you are satisfied with the configuration of your PSA analyzer,
enable the Secure Memory Erase option by pressing
Security, Enabled
. The security mode will then be enabled the next time
System, Security,
the analyzer’s power is cycled.
NOTE When Option 117 is present, the number of personalities that can be
loaded into memory is limited to 3 or 4.
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Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time
Using an External Reference
1. To use an external frequency reference, connect it to the
EXT REF IN connector on the rear panel (see “Rear-Panel
Features” on page 29).
2. Enter the frequency of the external reference into the analyz er:
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a. Press
b. Select the
System, Reference, Freq Ref
Ext function.
c. Use the keypad to enter the frequency of the external frequency
reference.
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Firmware Revision
Firmware Revision
To view the firmware revision of your analyzer, press System, More,
Show System. If you call Agilent Technologies regarding your analyzer,
it is helpful to have this revision and the analyzer serial number
available.
TIP You can get automatic electronic notification of new firmware releases
and other product updates/information by subscribing to the Agilent
Technologies Test & Measurement E-Mail Notification Service for the
PSA Series at http://www.agilent.com/find/notifyme
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Running Internal Alignments
Running Internal Alignments
Each time the analyzer is powered on, the internal alignment routine
runs automatically.
The analyzer was shipped from the factory with the Alignments mode
set to Auto. This setting enables the alignment routine to run
automatically either every 24 hours, or when the internal analyzer
temperature changes by ±3°C.
NOTE When the Alignment routine runs, you will hear the attenuator settings
changing, which generates noise. This is not an indication of trouble.
Manually Performing an Alignment
If
Auto Align, Off is selected, refer to the Specifications guide for the
conditions required to maintain calibration.
Installation and Setup
NOTE For detailed information regarding the alignment routine (including
how to run alignments, and how the analyzer can alert you when
alignments are required) refer to the User’s guide for your analyzer.
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Printer Setup and Operation
Printer Setup and Operation
A printer can be connected to your analyzer if it is equipped with an
external I/O interface. Supported printers accept Hewlett-Packard
Printer Control Language Level 3 (PCL3) or 5 (PCL5). Refer to the
documentation or specifications supplied with your printer, or contact
the manufacturer to identify your printer’s language.
Equipment
• IEEE 1284 compliant printer cable.
• Supported and tested printers are listed below. There are many
PCL3/5 printers that may work with your analyzer, however, they
have not been tested.
— PCL3 printers include most HP DeskJet printers.
— PCL5 printers include most HP LaserJet printers.
NOTE The following printers are not compatible with your analyzer.
• HP Deskjet 720C, 722C, 820C and 1600C
• Epson MX-80, FX-85, Stylus, and LQ-570
Printer Models Language
Type
HP DeskJet 310, 320, 350C, 400L PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 500C, 550C, 600, 660C, 672C,
680C, 682C, 690C, 693C
HP DeskJet 840C, 850C, 870C, 890C, 895C PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 935C, 970C, 990C PCL3 yes
PCL3 yes
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Color
Capable
HP DeskJet 1120C, 1150C PCL3 yes
HP Inkjet 2000C PCL 3 yes
HP LaserJet 4L, 4P, 4 Plus PCL3/5 no
HP LaserJet 5L, 5M, 5N, 5P, 5SI PCL3/5 no
HP LaserJet 6L, 6MP, 6P PCL5 no
HP LaserJet 2100 Series, PCL3/5 no
HP LaserJet 4050N PCL3/5 yes
HP LaserJet 5000GN PCL3/5 yes
HP Professional Series 2500CM PCL3 yes
HP Professional Series 2500CM PCL3 yes
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Printer Setup and Operation
Interconnection and Setup
1. Turn off the printer and the analyzer.
2. Using an IEEE 1284 compliant parallel printer cable, connect the
printer to the analyzer parallel I/O interface connector on the rear
panel (see “Rear-Panel Features” on page 29).
3. Turn on the analyzer and printer.
Installation and Setup
NOTE There may be some small discrepancies in the color mapping of the
4. On the front panel, press
Print Setup, then press the Printer Setup
menu key.
5. Select the printer language and color capability appropriate for your
printer. See the table above this section for a list of some compatible
printers.
Testing Printer Operation
When you have completed the printer setup for the analyzer, press the
front panel
Print key. If the printer is ready and the printer setup was
successful, a printout of the analyzer display will be printed. If the
printer is not ready, the message “Printer not responding” appears
at the bottom of the screen.
analyzer display to your color printer. Due to differences in display and
printer technologies, the default display colors do not map exactly to the
printer colors. For example trace 1 is yellow on your analyzer display
while it maps to green on your printer.
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Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic
components (the possibility of unseen damage caused by ESD is present
whenever components are transported, stored, or used).
Test Equipment and ESD
To help reduce ESD damage that can occur while using test equipment:
• Before connecting any coaxial cable to an analyzer connector for the
first time each day, momentarily short the center and outer
conductors of the cable together.
• Personnel should be grounded with a 1 MΩ resistor-isolated
wrist-strap before touching the center pin of any connector and
before removing any assembly from the analyzer.
• Be sure that all instruments are properly earth-grounded to prevent
build-up of static charge.
Installation and Setup
WARNING Do not use these first three techniques when working on
circuitry with a voltage potential greater than 500 volts.
• Perform work on all components or assemblies at a static-safe
workstation.
• Keep static-generating materials at least one meter away from all
components.
• Store or transport components in static-shielding containers.
• Always handle printed circuit board assemblies by the edges. This
reduces the possibility of ESD damage to components and prevent
contamination of exposed plating.
For information on ordering static-safe accessories, see “Accessories” on
page 69.
Additional Information about ESD
For more information about ESD and how to prevent ESD damage,
contact the Electrostatic Discharge Association (http://www.esda.org).
The ESD standards developed by this agency are sanctioned by the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
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Safety Information
Safety Information
WARNING This is a Safety Class 1 Product (provided with a protective
earthing ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains
plug shall be inserted only in a socket outlet provided with a
protective 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.
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.
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2 Front and Rear Panel Features
This chapter gives you an overview of the front and rear panels of your
analyzer. For details on analyzer keys and remote programming, refer
to the User’s and Programmer’s Reference. For connector specifications
(including input and output levels), see the Specifications guide.
Front and Rear Panel Features
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Front and Rear Panel Features
Front Panel Overview
Front Panel Overview
This section provides information on the analyzer’s front panel,
including:
• Front Panel Connectors and Keys, see below
• “Display Annotations” on page 26
Front-Panel Connectors and Keys
Front and Rear Panel Features
Item
Description
# Name
1
AUDIO INPUT High-impedance input for audio signal path (Option 107). Maximum input: 7 Vrms,
20 Vdc.
Softkeys Menu labels identifying the current function of each softkey appear to the left of each
2
key. Softkey menus depend on the active menu. Also see “Using Menu Keys” on page
37.
ESC Key Exits any function without modifying the current parameters. Also blanks the active
3
function annotation and aborts the power-on alignments.
4
Control Keys Set parameters used for making measurements in the current measurement mode.
5
Measure Keys Select and set up specific measurements within the current application.
Mode Keys Select measurement mode and mode parameters.
6
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Front Panel Overview
Item
Description
# Name
7 System Keys Access features used with all analyzer modes and affect the state of the entire spectrum
analyzer.
8 Vol. Control/
Earphones
9
PROBE PWR Supplies power for external high frequency probes and accessories (see “Accessories” on
Not currently implemented.
page 69).
10
Marker Keys Enable markers to obtain specific information about the displayed measurement.
EXT TRIGGER
11
INPUT
12
POWER
ON/OFF
Enables you to externally trigger measurements.
Turns the analyzer on. A green light indicates power on. A yellow light indicates
standby mode.
NOTE The front-panel switch is a standby switch, not a LINE switch
(disconnecting device); the analyzer continues to draw power
even when the line switch is in standby. Use the detachable
power cord to disconnect the analyzer from the mains supply.
Help Key Press the Help key, then any other key to get a short description of that key and the
13
associated SCPI command. The next key you press will remove the help window from
the display.
Window Keys Next Window: On displays with multiple windows, changes the highlighted window that
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is currently active.
Zoom: Zooms in on the highlighted window.
Front and Rear Panel Features
15
Navigation
Keys
16
Return Key Exits the current menu and returns to the previous menu.
Data Controls Change the numeric value of an active function. Entries appear in the active function
17
Move cursor between fiel ds on the display.
area of the display. Also see “Entering Data” on page 37.
Floppy
18
Disk Drive
19
RF Input Input for an external signal. Make sure that the total power of all signals at the
Accepts a 3.5 inch 1.44 MB floppy disk.
analyzer input does not exceed +30 dBm (1 watt). The E4446A, E4447A, and E4448A
input connector is 2.4 mm.
20 IF Input, 1st LO
Output
Allows connections for external mixing (Option AYZ)
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Front and Rear Panel Features
Front Panel Overview
Display Annotations
Front and Rear Panel Features
Ite
Description Associated Function Keys
m
1
Detector type
a
Det/Demod, Detector
2 Reference level Amplitude, Ref Level
3 Active function block Refer to the description of the activated function.
4 Screen title
Display, Title
5 Time and date display System, Time/Date
6
RF attenuation
a
Amplitude, Attenuation
7 Display line Display, Display Line
8Marker Marker
9 Active marker with frequency and
Marker
amplitude displayed
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