Atec Agilent-E8362C User Manual

Agilent PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers
Configuration Guide
PNA E8362C 10 MHz to 20 GHz PNA E8363C 10 MHz to 40 GHz PNA E8364C 10 MHz to 50 GHz PNA E8361C 10 MHz to 67 GHz
This guide describes standard configurations, for the PNA (E836xC) Series microwave network analyzers. This guide should be used with the Agilent PNA family data sheets for a complete description of these analyzers.
For applications, measurement accessories, and general accessories please see Agilent PNA Family Network Analyzers Configuration Guide, part number 5990-7745EN.
Agilent offers the following options for all PNA family network analyzers
Certification options
Commercial calibration certification with test data (Option UK6)
Complete set of measurements which tests unit to manufacturer’s published specifications. Includes calibration label, calibration certificate, and data report. Conforms to ISO 9001.
ISO 17025 compliant calibration (Option 1A7)
Complete set of measurements which tests unit to manufacturer’s published specifications. Includes calibration label, ISO 17025 calibration certificate, and data report, measurement uncertainties and guardbands on all customer specifications. Conforms to ISO 17025 and ISO 9001.
ANSI Z540 compliant calibration (Option A6J)
Complete set of measurements which tests unit to manufacturer’s published specifications. Includes pre- and post-adjustment data with measurement uncertainty information compliant to the ANSI/NCSL Z540 standard.
Warranty and service
1-, 3-, and 5-year warranty and service plans are available at the time of instrument purchase. Standard warranty is 1 year.
Documentation
The PNA Series instruments are equipped with an Online Help system available within the instrument in the following languages: English, Japanese, Chinese, German, Spanish, and French. Service guides and the Online Help system are available on the web:
www.na.tm.agilent.com/pna
Calibration Software Licenses
Perpetual license for built-in performance test software for
Agilent inclusive cal (Option 897)
Adds built-in performance testing and calibration software for self-maintainers. Requires additional equipment. See the analyzer’s Service Guide for more information on equipment required.
Perpetual license for built-in performance test software for
Standards compliant cal (Option 898)
Adds built-in performance testing and calibration software for self-maintainers. Requires additional equipment. See the analyzer’s Service Guide for more information on equipment required.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
E8362C 10 MHz to 20 GHz E8363C 10 MHz to 40 GHz E8364C 10 MHz to 50 GHz E8361C 10 MHz to 67 GHz
Option configurations
To add options to a product, order the corresponding item number.
Description For E8362C For E8363C For E8364C For E8361C Additional information Test set
Option 014 Configurable test set E8362C-014 E8363C-014 E8364C-014 E8361C-014
Power configuration
Option UNL Extended power range E8362C-UNL E8363C-UNL E8364C-UNL E8361C-UNL Only E8361C requires 014 and bias-tees
Option 016 Add receiver attenuators E8362C-016 E8363C-016 E8364C-016 E8361C-016 Requires UNL (only E8361C also
Option H851 High-power configuration E8362CH85 E8363CH85 E8364CH85 Includes 014, 016, UNL2, 080, 081
Measurement applications
Option 010 Time-domain capability E8362C-010 E8363C-010 E8364C-010 E8361C-010 Option 080 Frequency offset E8362C-080 E8363C-080 E8364C-080 E8361C-080 Requires 014 (E8361C only, 081 required if UNL is also purchased)
Option 081 Reference receiver switch E8362C-081 E8363C-081 E8364C-081 requires UNL) Option 082 Scalar-calibrated E8362C-082 E8363C-082 E8364C-082 E8361C-082 Requires 014, 080 converter measurements
Option 083 Vector- and scalar-calibrated E8362C-083 E8363C-083 E8364C-083 E8361C-083 Requires 014, 080, 081(only E8361C converter measurements also requires UNL)
Option 084 Option 550 Option 551
Pulse, antenna, mm-wave
Option H08 Pulsed-RF measurement E8362C-H08 E8363C-H08 E8364C-H08 E8361C-H08 Requires 014, 080 (Option H11 capabili ty recommended) Option H11 pulsed-RF and mm-wave measurements)
Accessories
Option 1CM Rack mount kit for use E8362C-1CM E8363C-1CM E8364C-1CM E8361C-1CM without handles Option 1CP Rack mount kit for use E8362C-1CP E8363C-1CP E8364C-1CP E8361C-1CP with handles
Calibration documentation
Option 1A7 ISO 17025 compliant E8362C-1A7 E8363C-1A7 E8364C-1A7 E8361C-1A7 calibration
Option UK6 Commercial calibration E8362C-UK6 E8363C-UK6 E8364C-UK6 E8361C-UK6 certificate with test data
Option A6J ANSI Z540 compliant E8362C-A6J E8363C-A6J E8364C-A6J E8361C-A6J calibration
Calibration software for self-maintainers
Option 897 performance test software for Agilent exclusive calibration
Option 8985
performance test software for standards compliant calibration
requires 014)
E8361C-081
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Embedded LO measurements E8362C-084 E8363C-084 E8364C-084 E8361C-084 Requires 082 or 083
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4-port measurement application
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N-port capabilities E8362C-551 E8363C-551 E8364C-551 E8361C-551 Requires 014
IF access (for antenna, E8362C-H11 E8363C-H11 E8364C-H11 E8361C-H11 Requires 014, UNL, 080, and 081
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Perpetual license of built-in
Perpetual license of built-in
E8362C-550 E8363C-550 E8364C-550 E8361C-550 Requires 014
E8362C-897 E8363C-897 E8364C-897 E8361C-897
E8362C-898 E8363C-898 E8364C-898 E8361C-898
Requires 014, 080 (only E8361C also
1. Option H85 is ordered as a separate model, as indicated.
2. UNL up to 67 GHz does not include bias-tees. Only includes source attenuators.
3. Requires firmware A.07.05 and above, plus 1.1 GHz CPU board.
4. Option 550 is a subset of 551; therefore they cannot be ordered together. When ordering a test set, select an option to specify the appropriate interconnect jumper cable set between the analyzer and the test set.
5. Additional hardware required. Please refer to the analyzer’s Service Guide for required service test equipment.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
The microwave PNA Series instruments are integrated vector network analyzers equipped with a built-in S-parameter test set, synthesized source, a hard disk drive, USB interfaces, and an
8.4” LCD color touch screen display. The E8362C has 3.5 mm male 50-ohm test ports. The E8363C/64C have 2.4 mm male 50-ohm test ports. The E8361C has 1.85 mm male 50-ohm test ports. Included with each instrument is a mouse, keyboard (U.S.) and a 1-year return-to-Agilent service warranty.
Test set and power configuration options
Configurable test set (Option 014)
Provides six front panel access loops. Three access loops are for port one and three for port two. The loops provide access to the signal path between (a) the source output and the reference receiver, (b) the source output and directional coupler thru arm and (c) the coupled arm of the directional coupler and the port receiver. This option provides the capability to improve instrument sensitivity for measuring low-level signals, to reverse the directional coupler to achieve even more dynamic range or to add components and other peripheral instruments for a variety of measurement applications. (see PNA Series Microwave Data Sheet literature number 5989-7605EN for a basic block diagram)
Extended power range and bias-tees (Option UNL)
Adds two 60 dB step attenuators and two bias-tees to the E8362/3/4C. Adds two 50 dB step attenuators and two bias-tees to the E8361C. A step attenuator and bias-tee set is inserted between the source and test port one and another set between the source and test port two. (see PNA Series Microwave Data Sheet literature number 5989-7605EN for a basic block diagram)
Add receiver attenuators (Option 016)
An attenuator is added between each test port and its corresponding receiver. Two 35 dB step attenuators are added to the E8362/3/4C. Two 50 dB step attenuators are added to the E8361C (see PNA Series Microwave Data Sheet literature number 5989-7605EN for a basic block diagram).
High-power test set (Model E836xCH85)
This configuration combines options that are often necessary for high power measurements (UNL1, 014, 016, 080, 081). The only difference between ordering Option H85 versus a combination of the options listed above is the source attenuator option UNL. Standard UNL includes two source attenuators and two bias-tees. Option H85 includes the two source attenuators, but not the bias-tees, as the bias-tees are the power-limiting factor in the network analyzer test set. The maximum power at the test port is +43 dBm (< 20 GHz), and +40 dBm (> 20 GHz).
Option 080, frequency-offset mode, is included in Option H85 because it manages the phase-locking internally (instead of depending on the R1 receiver). So if you need to use external components in the path of the R1 receiver, it makes the measurements simpler and more robust.
Measurement applications
Time-domain capability (Option 010)
For viewing reflection and transmission responses in time or distance domain.
Frequency offset (Option 080)
This option enables the PNA Series microwave network analyzers to set the source frequency independently from where the receivers are tuned. This ability is important for two general classes of devices: mixers (and converters) and amplifiers. Option 080 provides a very basic user interface.
Reference receiver switch (Option 081)
Option 081 adds a solid-state internal RF transfer switch in the R1 reference-receiver path (see PNA Series Microwave Data Sheet literature number 5989-7605EN for a block diagram). The switch allows the instrument to easily switch between standard S-parameter (non-frequency-offset) measurements and frequency offset measurements such as relative phase or absolute group delay that require an external reference mixer. The user can set the switch manually or remotely, but it is best used with the frequency-converter application (Option 083), where it is controlled automatically during the vector-mixer calibration procedure and subsequent measurements.
Scalar-calibrated converter measurements (Option 082)
With a simple setup and calibration, this application provides the highest accuracy for conversion-loss (or gain) measurements by combining one-port and power-meter calibrations to remove mismatch errors. Option 080 required.
Vector- and scalar-calibrated converter measurements
(Option 083) This converter measurement adds an intuitive and easy-to-use user interface, advanced calibration choices that provide exceptional amplitude and phase accuracy, and control of external signal sources for use as local oscillators. Mixer calibration techniques include scalar-mixer calibration and vector-mixer calibration (requires Option 081). Finally, the frequency-converter application supports all of Agilent’s major signal source families.
Embedded LO Measurements (Option 084)
This option tunes the PNA receivers to the output frequency of the converter under test, without the need for access to internal LOs or a common reference signal. For converters with embed­ ded LOs, this option enables measurements of match-corrected conversion loss/gain (requires Option 082 or 083), and absolute group delay (requires Option 083).
1. UNL does not include bias-tees. Only includes source attenuators
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
4-port measurement application (Option 550)
Adds multiport analyzer mode to any PNA network analyzer with Option 014 configurable test set, which enables full 4-port error correction and measurement capabilities using an external test set. Only standard measurement class is available in the multiport analyzer mode.
N-port capabilities (Option 551)
Adds multiport analyzer mode to any PNA network analyzer with Option 014 configurable test set, which enables full N-port error correction and measurement capabilities using an external test set. Only standard measurement class is available in the multiport analyzer mode.
Pulse, antenna, mm-wave
Pulsed-RF measurement capability (Option H08)
Provides software to set up and control pulsed-RF measurements with point-in-pulse capability. The software sets the coefficient of the PNA’s digital-IF filter to null out unwanted spectral components, enables the IF gates provided with IF access (Option H11), and controls selected Agilent pulse generators. It can be run on the PNA or an external computer. A “.dll” file containing the IF-filter algorithms is included for automated pulsed-RF testing. The pulsed application is configured to work with the Agilent 81110A series pulse generator.
For more detailed information regarding pulsed measurement capabilities with the microwave PNA refer to the Agilent Web site www.agilent.com/find/pna and download the PNA Series
MW Network Analyzers Configuration Guide for Pulsed Measurements, literature number 5989-7913EN.
IF access (Option H11)
Provides hardware to enable antenna, point-in pulse, and broadband millimeter-wave measurements to 110 GHz. For each of the MW PNA’s measurement receivers, IF gates (enabled with pulsed measurement capability, Option H08) and external IF inputs are added. In addition, access to the PNA’s internal RF and LO source is provided for remote mixing applications. For basic antenna measurements, only Option H11 is necessary. Pulsed antenna applications also require the pulsed measurement capability (Option H08). Broadband measurements to 110 GHz, also requires an N5260A millimeter-wave test set controller.
Accessories
Rack mount kit without handles (Option 1CM)
Adds a rack mount (5063-9217) and rail kit (E3663AC) for use without handles.
Rack mount kit with handles (Option 1CP)
Adds a rack mount (5063-9237)1 and rail kit (E3663AC) for use with standard supplied handles.
Configuration Details
Selecting the correct mixer-test configuration:
Most mixer or converter test applications require Options 014, 080, and 082 for conversion loss/gain, or Options 014, 080, 081 and 083 for conversion loss/gain and phase/delay measurements. If you want to create and automate your own custom frequency­offset measurements (for example, intermodulation distortion), you may only need Options 014 and 080. For converters that require input power below -27 dBm, or for devices that have a large amount of LO feedthrough (like an unfiltered mixer), Option UNL, which adds source attenuators, is highly recommended. Besides allowing lower input power levels, these attenuators improve the isolation between the PNA’s internal source and LO leakage signals, helping to prevent source-unleveled errors. For devices that put out signals near or above the receiver’s compression levels (which varies between –3 and +5 dBm, depending on the model and frequency), Option 016 is recom­mended, which adds receiver attenuators. Finally, Option 010, which adds time-domain analysis, is very useful for gating out unwanted, time-delayed responses which often occur when
measuring mixers.
Note: Use external IF access for up to 20 dB more sensitivity when making antenna measurements with a remote mixing configuration. Add Option H08 (Pulsed-RF Measurement Capability) to enable advanced pulsed measurements. Or upgrade to a broadband (10 MHz to 110 GHz) VNA system simply by purchasing an N5260A controller test set with test heads (Option 110, 120, or 130).
1. The 5063-9237 kit assumes you have the standard handles shipped with the instrument. If you do not have handles, order a 5063-9224 kit.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
Source
Switch/splitter
Reference
receiver
Reference
receiver
Measurement
receivers
Port 1 Port 2
A
B
R1 R2
Source
Switch
Reference
receiver
Reference
receiver
Measurement
receivers
Port 1 Port 2
A
B
R1 R2
Source attenuator
1
Source attenuator
1
Bias-teeBias-tee
Simplified test set block diagrams
Standard power range
Extended power range and bias-tees (Option UNL)
1. Source attenuator for E8362/3/4C is 60 dB in 10 dB steps. Source attenuator for E8361C is 50 dB in 10 dB steps.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
Source
Switch
Reference
receiver
Reference
receiver
Measurement
receivers
Port 1 Port 2
A
B
R1 R2
Source
Switch
Reference
receiver
Reference
receiver
Measurement
receivers
Port 1 Port 2
Bias-tee
Source attenuator
1
A
Bias-tee
Source attenuator
1
B
R1 R2
Simplified test set block diagrams – continued
Configurable test set (Option 014)
Configurable test set with extended power range and bias-tees (Option UNL and 014)
1. Source attenuator for E8362/3/4C is 60 dB in 10 dB steps. Source attenuator for E8361C is 50 dB in 10 dB steps.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
Source
Switch/splitter/leveler
Reference
receiver
Reference
receiver
Measurement
receivers
Cplr arm
Bias-tee
Source attenuator
1
A
Bias-tee
Source attenuator
1
B
R1 R2
10 dB steps
10 dB steps
Receiver
attenuator
2
Rcvr B
in
Rcvr A
in
Cplr arm
SRC
out
Cplr thru
Source
out
Rcvr R2
in
Cplr thru
SRC
out
Rcvr R1
in
Source
out
Option 081
Simplified test set block diagrams – continued
Fully optioned, active device or mixer/converter test configuration (Options 014, UNL, 016, 080, 081)
1. Source attenuator for E8362/3/4C is 60 dB in 10 dB steps. Source attenuator for E8361C is 50 dB in 10 dB steps.
2. Receiver attenuator for E8362/3/4C is 35 dB in 5 dB steps. Receiver attenuator for E8361C is 50 dB in 10 dB steps.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
Source
Switch/splitter/leveler
Reference
receiver
Reference
receiver
Measurement
receivers
Cplr arm
A B
R1 R2
10 dB steps
10 dB steps
Receiver
attenuator
2
Rcvr B
in
Rcvr A
in
Cplr arm
SRC
out
Cplr thru
Source
out
Rcvr R2
in
Cplr thru
SRC
out
Rcvr R1
in
Source
out
Option 081
D U T
+40 dBm
+30
dBm
+15
dBm
+30 dBm
+30
dBm
+15 dBm
+15 dBm
+40
dBm
+15 dBm
preamp
Source attenuator
1
Source attenuator
1
+30
dBm
+30 dBm
Simplified test set block diagrams – continued
High-power configuration (Model E836xCH85)
Power levels shown on the diagram are damage levels. At a minimum, keep power levels 6 dB below damage level. For optimal performance, keep the power level incident upon the receivers -20 dBm or less. This will keep the receivers out of compression.
1. Source attenuator for E8362/3/4C is 60 dB in 10 dB steps.
2. Receiver attenuator for E8362/3/4C is 35 dB in 5 dB steps.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
Option 016
Receiver
attenuators
Port 1 Port 2
Option UNL
Option UNL
Option UNL
Option UNL
IF gate
ADC
External
IF in
Option H11
1
R2
ADC
External
IF in
Option H11
1
B
ADC
External
IF in
Option H11
1
R1
IF gate
ADC
External
IF in
Option H11
1
A
LO
Option H11
Multipliers
(1, 2)
Multipliers (1, 2, 4)
YIG source
8.33 MHz reference
Offset
LO
Phase-locked loop
V
tune
Option 080
Option 081
Option 014Option 014
Option 014
Front
Rear
Aux RF out
(2 to 20 GHz)
Aux LO out
(2 to 20 GHz)
Offset receiver
IF gate
IF gate
Simplified test set block diagrams – continued
Fully optioned, pulse-RF, antenna, or mm-wave configuration (Options 014, UNL, 016, 080, 081, H11)
1. Option H11: IF-gate controls and external-IF inputs are accessed on rear panel. IF gates are enabled with Option H08. External-IF input frequency is 8.33 MHz.
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PNA Series Network Analyzer
Upgrade kits
Upgrade kits for the PNA Series E8361C, E8362C, E8363C, E8364C
Upgrade kits are available to add options after initial purchase. To order an upgrade kit for the PNA series, order the analyzer’s model number followed by a “U”, then indicate the option to be added (for example, E8362CU-010). The current configuration and serial number of the instrument to be retrofitted are required as part of the order.
Time-domain (Option 010)
User installable.
Configurable test set (Option 014)
Provides six front-panel RF access loops. Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Receiver attenuators (Option 016)
Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Frequency range upgrade to an E8363C (40 GHz) PNA
(Option 040/041) Available only for the E8362C. Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Frequency range upgrade to an E8364C (50 GHz) PNA
(Option 050/051) Available only for the E8362C and E8363C. Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Frequency range upgrade to an E8361C (67 GHz) PNA
(Option 067/068) Available only for the E8363C and E8364C. Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Frequency-offset (Option 080)
Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
External reference switch (Option 081)
Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Scalar-calibrated converter measurements (Option 082)
User installable. Option 080 required.
Frequency converter measurement application (Option 083)
User installable. Option 080 and 081 required.
Embedded LO Measurements (Option 084)
Advanced software tuning that provides absolute group delay of converters with embedded LOs without the need for access to a common reference signal. The measurement result is the same as locking the DUT LO to the reference mixer LO. (Options 080 and 083 required) Requires firmware A.07.05 and above plus
1.1 GHz CPU board.
A/B to C model upgrades
Order E8361AU-221, E8362BU-221, E8363BU-221, or E8364BU-221
Note:
1.1 GHz CPU is required to upgrade. Please refer to Customer Support Service Guides for the correct part number http://na.tm.agilent.com/pna/documents.html
4-Port measurement application (Option 550)
(Available for E8361C, E8362C/3C/4C) Enables full 4-port error correction and differential measurements. Option 014 and external test set required. User installable.
N-port capabilities (Option 551)
(Available for E8361C, E8362C/3C/4C) Adds full N-port error correction and measurement capabilities. Option 014 and external test set required. User installable.
Extended power range (Option UNL)
Adds a step attenuator and a bias-tee between source and each test port. Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
Pulsed-RF measurement capability (Option H08)
Provides software to set up and control pulsed-RF measurements using narrowband detection, with point-in-pulse and pulse-profile capability. User installable.
IF access (Option H11)
Provides hardware for antenna, point-in-pulse, and millimeter­ wave measurements. Adds rear-panel RF and LO outputs, external IF inputs, and IF gates (gates enabled with Option H08). Includes installation at an Agilent service center.
High-power test set (Option H85)
Removes bias tees for higher test port power-handling capability. Options UNL, 014, 016, 080, and 081 are required. Includes installation at an Agilent Service Center.
Calibration Software Licenses
Perpetual license for built-in performance test software
for Agilent inclusive cal (Option 897) Adds built-in performance testing and calibration software for self-maintainers. Requires additional equipment. See the analyzer’s Service Guide for more information on equipment required.
Perpetual license for built-in performance test software
for standards compliant cal (Option 898) Adds built-in performance testing and calibration software for self-maintainers. Requires additional equipment. See the analyzer’s Service Guide for more information on equipment required.
Note: For applications, measurement accessories, and general accessories please see Agilent PNA Family Network Analyzers Configuration Guide, part number 5990-7745EN.
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