HP (Hewlett-Packard) 8753E User Manual

User’s Guide

HP 8753E Network Analyzer

HP

Rut

No. 08753-90367

Printed iu USA February 1999

Supersedes October 1998

Notice.

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facilities of other International Standards Organization members.

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insment,

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Maintenance

Clean the cabinet, using a damp cloth only.

Assistance

are

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Shipment for Service

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Safety Symbols

The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual. of the symbols and its meaning before operating this instrument.

Caution

Warning

Caution denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, would result in damage to or destruction of the instrument. Do not proceed beyond a caution note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

Rkning

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.

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

Familiarize

yourself with each

Instrument Markings

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A

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a year, it is when the design was proven.)

The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it

“ISMl-A”

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This is a symbol of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product.

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General Safety Considerations

Note

Warning

Caution

Warning

This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC

Publication 1010, Safety Requirements for Electronics Measuring Apparatus,

and has been supplied in a safe condition. This instruction documentation

contains information and warnings which must be followed by the user to

ensure safe operation and to maintain the instrument in a safe condition.

This is a 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 the instrument,

is likely to make the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.

No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified

personnel. lb prevent electrical shock, do not remove covers.

Before switching on this instrument, make sure that the line voltage selector switch is set to the voltage of the power supply and the correct fuse is installed. Assure the supply voltage is in the specified range.

The opening of voltages.

being opened.

safety

Class I product (provided with a protective earthing

covers

DiSCOMeCt

or removal of parts is likely to expose dangerous

the instrument from all voltage sources while it is

Warning

The power cord is connected to

for 10 seconds after disconnecting the plug from its power supply.

For continued protection against

same type and rating (F prohibited.

lb prevent electrical shock, disconnect the HP 87533 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.

If this product is not used as

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

Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product.

FMlure

cause product damage.

to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may

3A/250V).

internal capacitors that may remain live

fire

hazard replace line fuse only with

The use of other fuses or material is

specitled,

the protection provided by the

Caution

This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2 per IEC 1010 and 664 respectively.

Caution

Warning

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS: When 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 4O C for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power dissipated in the cabinet is greater that 800 watts, then forced convection must be used.

Install the instrument according to the enclosure protection provided. This instrument does not protect against the ingress of water. This

iustrument protects agaius

enclosure.

finger

instaIling

access to hazardous parts within the

the product in a cabinet, the

Compliance with German FTZ Emissions Requirements

This network analyzer complies with German Emission requirements.

FlZ

526/527 Radiated Emissions and Conducted

Compliance with German Noise Requirements

This is to declare that this instrument is in conformance with the German Regulation on Noise Declaration for Machines (Laermangabe nach der Maschinenlaermrerordung -3. GSGV Deutschland).

Acoustic Noise

LpA<70 dB

Emission/Geraeuschemission

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User’s Guide Overview

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Chapter 1, “HP 8753E Description and Options, ndescribes features, functions, and available

options.

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Chapter 2, “Making Measurements,” contains step-by-step procedures for making

measurements or using particular functions.

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Chapter 3, “Making Mixer Measurements,

contains step-by-step procedures for making

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calibrated and error-corrected mixer measurements.

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Chapter 4, “Printing, Plotting, and Saving Measurement Results,” contains instructions

for saving to disk or the analyzer internal memory, and printing and plotting displayed measurements.

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Chapter 5, “Optimizing Measurement Results,

n

describes techniques and functions for

achieving the best measurement results

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Chapter 6, “Application and Operation Concepts,

n

contains explanatory-style information

about many applications and analyzer operation.

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Chapter 7, “Specifications and Measurement Uncertainties,” defines the performance

capabilities of the analyzer.

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Chapter 8, “Menu Maps,” shows softkey menu relationships.

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Chapter 9, “Key Dell&ions,” describes all the front panel keys, softkeys, and their

corresponding HP-IB commands.

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Chapter 10, “Error Messages,” provides information for interpreting error messages

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Chapter 11, “Compatible Peripherals,

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lists measurement and system accessories, and other applicable equipment compatible with the analyzer. Procedures for configuring the peripherals, and an HP-IB programming overview are

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Chapter 12, “Preset State and Memory Allocation,”

also

included.

contains a discussion of memory

allocation, memory storage, instrument state definitions, and preset conditions.

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Appendix A, “The the

CITIGle

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Appendix B, “Determining System Measurement Uncertainties,” contains information on how

data format as well as a list of

CITIlile

Data Format and Key Word Reference,

CITIflle

keywords

n

contains information on

to determine system measurement uncertainties.

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Network Analyzer Documentation Set

The Installation and Quick Start Guide

familiarizes you with the network analyzer’s front and rear panels, electrical and environmental operating requirements, as well as procedures for installing, configuring, and verifying the operation of the analyzer.

The User’s Guide

shows how to make measurements, explains commonly-used features, and tells you how to get the most

performance from your analyzer.

The Quick Reference Guide

provides a

summary of selected user features.

The

HEW3

Programming and Command

Reference Guide

provides programming information for operation of the network analyzer under HP-IB control.

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The HP BASIC Programming Examples Guide

provides a tutorial introduction using BASIC programming examples to demonstrate the remote operation of the network analyzer.

The System

Vertication

and

‘lkst

Guide

provides the system verification and performance tests and the Performance Test Record for your analyzer.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Manufacturer’s Name:

According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014

Hewlett-Packard Co.

Hewlett-Packard Japan, Ltd.

Manufacturer’s Address:

Microwave Instruments Division 1400 Fountaingrove Parkway

Santa Rosa, CA

95403-I

799

USA

Kobe Instrument Division

l-3-2,

Murotani, Nishi-ku, Kobe-shi

Hyogo, 651-22

Japan

Declares that the product:

Product Name: Model Number: Product Options:

Network Analyzer

8753E

HP

This declaration covers all options of the above product

Conforms to the following Product specifications:

Safety: IEC

61010-1:199O/EN 61010-I:1993

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-92

EMC:

CISPR 11:1990/EN

IEC

801-2:199l/EN

IEC

801-3:1984/EN

IEC

801-4:1988/EN 50982-I :I

5501

I:1991

Group I, Class A 50082-I:1992 4 kV CD, 8 kV AD 50082-I:1992 3 V/m, 27-500 MHz

992 0.5 kV sig. lines, 1 kV power lines

Supplenientary Information:

The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive

73/23/EEC

Jo HiaWQuality

d

Europeen Contact: Your knxl Hewlett-Packard Sales and Servke Oftice or Hewlett-Packard GmbH Department HQ-

TFIE, Heneneberger Strasse 130. D71034 Boblingen, Germany (FAX +49-7031-U-3143

and the EMC Directive

Engineering Manager

Santa Rosa, 21 Jan. 1998

89/336/EEC

&A

and carries the CE-marking accordingly.

c

Obara/Quality Engineering Manager

Mike

Kobe, 14 Jan. 1998

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Contents

1.

HP 8753E Description and Options

Where to Look for More Information Analyzer Description Front Panel Features Analyzer Display Rear Panel Features and Connectors Analyzer Options Available

Option lD5, High Stability Frequency Reference Option 002, Harmonic Mode Option Option 010, Time Domain Option 011, Receiver Configuration Option 075,750 Impedance Option Option

Option Service and Support Options Differences among the HP 8753 Network Analyzers

2.

B¶akiug

Where to Look for More Information Principles of Microwave Connector Care Basic Measurement Sequence and Example

Basic Measurement Sequence

Basic Measurement Example

Using the Display Functions

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lb View the Measurement Data and Memory Trace

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lb Subtract the Memory Trace from the Measurement Data Trace

‘IbRatioMeasurementsinChannelland2

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Using the Four-Parameter Display

Four-Parameter Display and Calibration

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Quick Four-Parameter Display

006,6 GHz

lDT,

Delete Display

lCM,

Rack Mount Flange Kit Without Handles

lCP,

Rack Mount Flange Kit With Handles

Measurements

Step 1. Connect the device under test and any required test equipment. Step 2. Choose the measurement parameters.

Setting the Frequency Range Setting the Source Power.

Setting the Measurement Step 3. Perform and apply the appropriate error-correction. Step 4. Measure the device under test. Step 5. Output the measurement results.

View Both Primary Measurement Channels Save a Data Trace to the Display Memory

Divide Measurement Data by the Memory Trace

the Active Channel Display

View AR Four S-Parameters of a Two-Port Device lb Activate and Configure the Auxiliary Channels

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1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-13 1-14 1-14 1-15

2-l

2-2 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-4 2-4

2-4

2-5 2-5

2-6 2-6

2-7 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-9

2-10 2-10 2-10 2-12

2-13

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Characterizing a Duplexer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Required Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Procedure for Characterizing a Duplexer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Using Analyzer Display Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Use Continuous and Discrete Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Activate Display Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Move Marker Information off of the Grids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Use Delta (A) Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To Activate a.Fixed.@.arker

Using the ~~~~~~~~~.~

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Couple and Uncouple Display Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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to Activate a Fixed Reference Marker

to A&iv&e a F&d Reference Marker

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lb Use Polar Format Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TbUseSmithChartMarkers

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lb Set Measurement Parameters Using Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Start Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Stop Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Center Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Frequency Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Display Reference Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the Electrical Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting the CW Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Search for a Specific Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Searching for the Maximum Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Searching for the Minimum Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Searching for a

‘lhrget

Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Searching for a Bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tracking the Amplitude that You Are Searching . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Calculate the Statistics of the Measurement Data . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring Magnitude and Insertion Phase Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring the Magnitude Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring Insertion Phase Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring Electrical Length and Phase Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring Electrical Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring Phase Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Deviation From Linear Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Group Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TestingADevicewithLimitLines

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Setting Up the Measurement Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Creating Flat Limit Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CreatingaSlopingLimitLine

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Creating Single Point Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Editing Limit Segments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Deleting Limit Segments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RtmningaLimitTest

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Reviewing the Limit Line Segments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ActivatingtheLimitlbst

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Offsetting Limit Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring Gain Compression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measuring Gain and Reverse Isolation Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Measurements Using the Swept List Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connect the Device Under

Test

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Observe the Characteristics of the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Choose the Measurement Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-13 2-14 2-14 2-17 2-17 2-18

2-19

2-20 2-21 2-22

2-23 2-24

2-24 2-25 2-26 2-27 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-30 2-31 2-31 2-32

2-32

2-33 2-34 2-35 2-35

2-36

2-37 2-37 2-38 2-40

2-40

2-42 2-42

2-43 2-46 2-46

2-47

2-49

2-51

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2-53

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2-55

2-59

2-61

2-61 2-62

2-62

Set Up the Lower Set Up the

Passband

Set Up the Upper

Calibrate and Measure

Measurements Using the Tuned Receiver Mode

Typical test setup Tuned receiver mode in-depth description

Frequency Range

Compatible Sweep Types

External Source Requirements Test Sequencing Creating a Sequence

Running a Sequence

Stopping a Sequence Editing a Sequence

Deleting Commands Inserting a Command Modifying a Command

Clearing a Sequence from Memory Changing the Sequence

Naming

Files

Generated by a Sequence Storing a Sequence on a Disk Loading a Sequence from Disk Purging a Sequence from Disk Printing a Sequence Cascading Multiple Example Sequences Loop Counter Example Sequence Generating Limit

Files

Test

Example Sequence Measuring Swept Harmonics (Option 002 Measuring a Device in the Time Domain (Option 010

Transmission Response in Time Domain Reflection Response in Time Domain

Non-coaxial Measurements

Stopband

Parameters

Stopband

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2-72 2-73 2-73

2-74 2-75 2-75

2-75 2-76 2-77 2-78 2-79 2-81 2-83 2-83 2-88 2-91

3.

Making Mixer Measurements

Where to Look for More Information Measurement Considerations

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Source and Load Mismatches Reducing the Effect of Spurious Responses

EliminatingUnwantedMirringandLeakageSignals. HowRFandIFAreDefIned

Frequency Offset Mode Operation

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Differences Between Internal and External R Channel Inputs Power Meter Calibration

Conversion Loss Using the Frequency Offset Mode High Dynamic Range Swept RF/IF Conversion Loss Fixed IF Mixer Measurements

Tuned Receiver Mode Sequence 1 Setup Sequence 2 Setup

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Phase or Group Delay Measurements Amplitude and Phase Tracking Conversion Compression Using the Frequency Offset Mode Isolation Example Measurements

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LO to RF Isolation RF Feedthrough

4.

Printing, Plotting, and Saving Measurement Results

Where to Look for More Information

Printing or Plotting Your Measurement Results Configuring a Print Function

DeIIning

a Print Function

IfYouAreUsingaColorPrinter ‘Ib

Reset the Printing Parameters to Default Values Printing One Measurement Per Page Printing Multiple Measurements Per Page

Conllguring

a Plot Function If You Are Plotting to an If You Are Plotting to a Pen Plotter

If You Are Plotting to a Disk Drive

Defining

a Plot Function Choosing Display Elements Selecting Auto-Feed Selecting Pen Numbers and Colors Selecting Line Types

Choosing

Scale.

Choosing Plot Speed lb Reset the Plotting Parameters to Default Values

Plotting One Measurement Per Page Using a Pen Plotter Plotting Multiple Measurements Per Page Using a Pen Plotter

If You Are Plotting to an HPGL Compatible Printer

Plotting a Measurement to Disk

TbOutputthePlotFiles

TbViewPlotFilesonaPC

usingAmiPr0

Using Freelance Outputting Plot Files from a PC to a Plotter Outputting Plot Files from a PC to an HPGL Compatible Printer

Step 1. Store the HPGL initialization sequence.

Step 2. Store the exit HPGL mode and form feed sequence.

Step 3. Send the HPGL

Step 4. Send the plot

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Step 5. Send the exit HPGL mode and form feed sequence to the printer.

OutputtingSiiePagePlotsUsingaPrinter.

Outputting Multiple Plots to a Siie Page Using a Printer Plotting Multiple Measurements Per Page From Disk

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Plot Measurements in Page Quadrants

Titling the Displayed Measurement

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Con6guringtheAnalyzertoProduceaTimeStamp AbortingaPrintorPlotProcess

Printing or Plotting the List

IfYouWantaSiiePageofValues

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or Operating Parameters

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IfYouWanttheEntireListofVaIues

Solving Problems with Printing or Plotting Saving and

Places Where You Can Save

Recalling

Instrument States

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What You Can Save to the Analyzer’s Internal Memory

WhatYouCanSavetoaFloppyDisk

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What You Can Save to a Computer Saving an Instrument State Saving Measurement Results

ASCII Data Formats

CITIille

S2P

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Data Format. Re-Saving an Instrument State Deleting a File

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lb Delete an Instrument State File

IbDeleteaIlFiles RenamingaFile RecallingaFile

Formatting a Disk

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IfYouAreUsinganExtemalDiskDrive.

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5. Optimizing Measurement

Where to Look for More Information Increasing Measurement Accuracy

Connector Repeatability

Interconnecting Cables Temperature Drift Frequency Drift

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Performance Verification Reference Plane and Port Extensions

Measurement Error-Correction

Conditions Where Error-Correction is Suggested Types of Error-Correction Error-Correction Stimulus State Calibration Standards

Compensating for the Electrical Delay of Calibration Standards Clarifying Type-N Connector Sex

When to Use Interpolated Error-Correction

Procedures for Error-Correcting Your Measurements Frequency Response Error-Corrections

Response Error-Correction for Reflection Measurements Response Error-Correction for Transmission Measurements Receiver Calibration

Frequency Response and Isolation Error-Corrections

Response and Isolation Error-Correction for Reflection Measurements

Results

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Response and Isolation Error-Correction for Transmission Measurements

One-Port Reflection Error-Correction Full Two-Port Error-Correction

TRL*

and

TRM*

Error-Correction TRL Error-Correction TRM Error-Correction

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Modifying Calibration Kit Standards

Definitions

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Outline of Standard Modification Modifying Standards Modifying TRL Standards. Modifying TRM Standards

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Power Meter Measurement Calibration

Entering the Power Sensor Calibration Data

Editing Frequency Segments

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Deleting Frequency Segments Compensating for Directional Coupler Response Using Sample-and-Sweep Correction Mode Using Continuous Correction Mode

lb Calibrate the Analyzer Receiver to Measure Absolute Power

Calibrating for Noninsertable Devices

Adapter Removal

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Perform the 2-port Error Corrections Remove the Adapter Verify the Results Example Program

Matched Adapters

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ModifytheCalKitThruDellnition

Making Accurate Measurements of Electrically Long Devices

The Cause of Measurement Problems lb Improve Measurement Results

Decreasing the Sweep Rate Decreasing the Time Delay

Increasing Sweep Speed

‘IbUseSweptListMode

Detecting IF Delay

lb

Decrease the Frequency Span

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TbSettheAutoSweepTimeMode To

Widen the System Bandwidth lb Reduce the Averaging Factor

lb

Reduce the Number of Measurement Points

‘IbSettheSweepType. To

View a Siie Measurement Channel

To

Activate Chop Sweep Mode

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lb Use External Calibration

lb

Use Fast

Increasing Dynamic Range

TIbIncreasetheTestPortInputPower

2-Port

Calibration

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lb Reduce the Receiver Noise Floor

Changing System Bandwidth

Changing Measurement Averaging

Reducing Trace Noise

‘lb Activate Averaging

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‘Ib Change System Bandwidth

Reducing Receiver Crosstalk Reducing

RecaIl

Time

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Application and Operation Concepts

Where to Look for More Information HP 8753E System Operation

The

Built-In

Synthesized Source

The Source Step Attenuator

The Built-In

Test

The Receiver Block The Microprocessor

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Set

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Required Peripheral Equipment

Data Processing

Processing Details

TheADC

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IF Detection Ratio Calculations Sampler/IF Correction Sweep-lb-Sweep Averaging Pre-Raw Data Arrays Raw Arrays Vector Error-correction (Accuracy Enhancement)

Trace

Math Operation Gating (Option 010 The Electrical Delay Block Conversion Transform (Option 010 Format Smoothing Format Arrays

OffsetandScaIe

Display Memory

Active Channel Keys

AuxiIiary

Channels and Two-Port Calibration

Enabling AuxiIiary

Multiple Channel Displays Uncoupling StimuIus Coupled Markers

Entry Block Keys

Units Terminator. Knob

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StepKeys

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Values

Between Primary Channels

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Modifying or Deleting Entries

TurningofftheSoftkeyMenu

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StimuIus Functions

Defining Ranges with

StimuIus Menu.

The Power Menu.

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Stimulus

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Understanding the Power Ranges

Automatic mode Manual mode

Power

Coupling

Channel

Test

port

SweepTime

coupling

couphng

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Options

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Manual Sweep Time Mode Auto Sweep Time Mode Minimum Sweep Time

TriggerMenu..

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Source Attenuator Switch Protection

Allowing Repetitive Switching of the Attenuator

Channel Sweep Type Menu

Linear

stimulus Coupling

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Frequency Sweep (Hz) Logarithmic Frequency Sweep (Hz) Stepped List Frequency Sweep (Hz)

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Segment Menu. Stepped Edit List Menu Stepped Edit

Swept List Frequency Sweep (Hz)

Swept Edit List Menu Swept Edit Setting Segment Power

Setting Segment IF Bandwidth Power Sweep CW Time Sweep (Seconds) Selecting Sweep Modes

Response Functions S-Parameters

Understanding S-Parameters The S-Parameter Menu

Analog In Menu

Conversion Menu

Input Ports Menu

The Format Menu

Log Magnitude Format Phase Format Group Delay Format Smith Chart Format Polar Format Linear Magnitude Format.

SWRFormat RealFormat

Imaginary Format

Group Delay Principles

Scale

Reference Menu

Electrical Delay

Display Menu

Dual

Channel Mode

Dual

Channel Mode with Decoupled Stimulus

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Subsweep

Menu

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Dual Channel Mode with Decoupled Channel Power

Four-Parameter Display Functions

Customizing the Display Channel Position Softkey

4

Param

Displays

Softkey

Memory Math Functions

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Adjusting the Colors of the Display

Setting Display Intensity Setting Default Colors Blanking the Display Saving

Modiiied

Colors Recalling Modified Colors The Modify Colors Menu

Averaging Menu

Averaging Smoothing

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IF Bandwidth Reduction

Markers

Marker Menu

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Delta Mode Menu

Fixed Marker Menu

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Marker

Function

Menu

Marker Search Menu

lhrget Menu

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Marker Mode Menu

Polar Marker Menu Smith Marker Menu

Measurement Calibration

What Is Accuracy Enhancement?

What Causes Measurement Errors?

Directivity Source Match Load Match

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Isolation (Crosstalk) Frequency Response (Tracking)

Characterizing Microwave Systematic Errors

One-Port Error Model Device Measurement ‘Iwo-Port Error Model

Calibration Considerations

Measurement Parameters

Device Measurements Omitting Isolation Calibration Saving Calibration Data The Calibration Standards Frequency Response of Calibration Standards

Electrical Offset

Pringe

Capacitance

How Effective Is Accuracy Enhancement?

Correcting for Measurement Errors

Ensuring a Valid Calibration Interpolated Error-correction

The Calibrate Menu

Response Calibration Response and Isolation Calibration

Sll

and s2 One-Port Calibration Pull Two-Port Calibration.

TRL*/LRM*

Two-Port Calibration Restarting a Calibration

CalKitMenu

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TheSelectCalKitMenu

Modifying Calibration Kits

Definitions Procedure

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Modify Calibration Kit Menu

Defme

Standard Menus.

Specify Offset Menu

Label Standard Menu

Specify Class Menu Label Class Menu Label Kit Menu

Verify performance

TRL*/LRM*

Calibration Why Use TRL Calibration?

TRL

YIhminology

How

TRL*/LRM*

Calibration Works

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TRL*

Error Model

Isolation

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Source match and load match Improving Raw Source Match and Load Match For The TRL Calibration Procedure

Requirements for TRL Standards

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TRL*/LRM*

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Fabricating and defining calibration standards for

TRL Options

Power Meter Calibration

Primary Applications Calibrated Power Level

Compatible Sweep Types Loss of Power Meter Calibration Data Interpolation in Power Meter Calibration Power Meter Calibration Modes of Operation

Continuous Sample Mode (Each Sweep) Sample-and-Sweep Mode (One Sweep)

Power Loss Correction List Power Sensor Calibration Factor List Speed and Accuracy

Test

Equipment Used

StimuIus

Notes On Accuracy.

Alternate and Chop Sweep Modes

Alternate Chop

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Calibrating for Noninsertable Devices

Adapter Removal Matched Adapters

ModifytheCaIKitThruDefirdtion

Using the Instrument State Functions HP-IB Menu

EBKey.uS I.ndicatbrs

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System Controller Mode

‘IhIker/Listener

Mode Pass Control Mode Address Menu Using the

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Parallel

Port The Copy Mode The GPIO Mode

The System Menu

The Limits Menu.

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Edit Limits Menu Edit Segment Menu Offset Limits Menu.

Knowing the Instrument Modes

Network Analyzer Mode External Source Mode

Primary Applications

QpicaI

Test Setup

External Source Mode In-Depth Description

External Source Auto External Source

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Calibration

TRL/LRM

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Compatible Sweep Types External Source Requirements Capture Range. Locking onto a

Tuned

Receiver Mode

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signal

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Frequency Offset Menu

Primary Applications Typical Test Setup

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Frequency Offset In-Depth Description

The Receiver

Frequency

The Offset Frequency (LO) Frequency Hierarchy Frequency Ranges

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Compatible Instrument Modes and Sweep Types Receiver and Source Requirements Display Annotations Error Message Spurious

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SiiaI Passband

Harmonic Operation (Option 002

Typical Test Setup

Single-Channel

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Operation Dual-Channel Operation

Coupling Frequency

Power Between Channels 1 and 2

Range

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Accuracy and input power

Time Domain Operation (Option 010)

The Transform Menu. General Theory Time Domain

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Bandpass

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Adjusting the Relative Velocity Factor Reflection Measurements Using

Interpreting the Interpreting the

bandpass

Transmission Measurements Using Bandpass Mode

Interpreting the Interpreting the

Timedomainlowpass

bandpass

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Setting frequency range for time domain low pass

Minimum allowable

stop frequencies

Reflection Measurements In Time Domain Low Pass

Interpreting the low pass response horizontal axis Interpreting the low pass response vertical axis

Fault

Location Measurements Using Low Pass

Transmission Measurements In Time Domain Low Pass

Measuring

smaII signal

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transmission response vertical axis

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transient response using low pass step Interpreting the low pass step transmission response horizontal axis Interpreting the low pass step transmission response vertical axis Measuring separate transmission paths through the test device using low

pass impulse mode

Time Domain Concepts

Masking Windowing Range Resolution

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Range resolution

Gating

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Setting the gate Selecting gate shape

Transforming CW Time Measurements Into the Frequency Domain

Forward Transform Measurements

Interpreting the forward transform vertical axis Interpreting the forward transform horizontal axis Demodulating the results of the forward transform Forward transform range

Test Sequencing

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Features That Operate Differently When Executed In a Sequence

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Commands That Sequencing Completes Before the Next Sequence Command

Begins

Commands That Require a Clean Sweep Forward Stepping In Edit Mode

Titles.. ................................

Sequence Size Embedding the Autostarting Sequences The GPIO Mode

The Sequencing Menu

Gosub

Sequence Command

‘lTLI/OMenu

‘ITL

Output for

‘ITL Input Decision Making

TI'LOutMenu

Sequencing Special Functions Menu Sequence Decision Making Menu Decision Making Functions

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of the Loop Counter In a Title

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Peripherals

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Decision making functions jump to a softkey location, not to a specific

sequence Having a sequence jump to itself

‘ITL

input decision making Limit test decision making Loop counter decision making

Naming

Files

HP-GL Considerations

Entering HP-GL Commands Special Commands Entering Sequences Using HP-IB Reading Sequences Using HP-IB

Amplifier Testing

AmpIifier

Gain Compression Metering the power level

MixerTesting..

Frequency Offset

Tuned

Receiver

Mixer Parameters That You Can Measure Accuracy Considerations

Attenuation at Mixer Ports Filtering Frequency Selection

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LO Frequency Accuracy and

StabiIity

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Up-Conversion and Down-Conversion Definition Conversion Loss Isolation

LOFeedthru/LOtoRFLeakage

RFFeedthru

SWRlRetumLoss

Conversion Compression Phase Measurements

Amplitude and Phase Tracking

Phase Linearity and Group Delay

Connection Considerations

Adapters Fixtures

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IfYouWanttoDesignYourOwnFixture.

Reference Documents

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General Measurement and Calibration Techniques

Fixtures and Non-Coaxial Measurements On-Wafer Measurements

7.

Specifications and Measurement Uncertainties

DynamicRange

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HP 8753E Measurement Port Specifications

HP87533(5013)with7mmTestPorts HP87533(509)withType-NTestPorts HP87533(509)with3.5-nunT&tPorts

HP 8753E

Instrument Specifications

(75n)

with Type-N Test Ports

(75Q)

with Type-F

Test

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Ports

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HP 8753E Network Analyzer General Characteristics

Measurement Throughput Summary Remote Programming

Interface

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Transfer Formats Interface Function Codes

Front Panel Connectors Probe Power Rear

Panel

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Connectors

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External Reference Frequency Input (EXT REF INPUT) High-Stability Frequency Reference Output (10 MHz)(Option External

ExtemaIAMInput(EXTAM).

External Trigger (EXT TRIGGER) Test Sequence Output (TEST SEQ)

LimitTestOutput(LIMlTTEST). Test

Video Output (VGA OUT) Display Pixel Integrity

AuxiIiary

Input (AUX INPUT)

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Port Bias Input (BIAS CONNECT)

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Red, Green, or Blue Pixels Specifications

Dark Pixels

HP-IB

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Parallel Port

RS-232

Specifications

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Mini-DIN Keyboard

LinePower..

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General Conditions

Operating Conditions

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8. Menu Maps

9. Key Definitions

Where to Look for More Information

Guide Terms and Conventions

Analyzer

Functions

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Cross Reference of Key Function to Programming Command

Softkey

Locations

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10. Error Messages

Where to Look for More Information Error Messages in Alphabetical Order Error Messages in Numerical Order

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11. Compatible Peripherals

Where to Look for More Information

Measurement Accessories Available

Calibration Kits Verification Kit

HP

85029B 7-mm

Test

Port Return Cables

HP

11857D ?-mm

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Verification Kit

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Test Port Return Cable Set

HP11857B75OhmType-N%stPortReturnCableSet

Adapter Kits.

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HP11852B50to75OhmMinimumLossPad.

Transistor Test Fixtures

HP

116OOB

HP

11608A

HP

11858A

Power Limiters

and

11602B

Option 003 Transistor Fixture. Transistor

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System Accessories Available

System Cabinet System

Testmobile

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Plotters and Printers

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Transistor Fixtures.

F’ixture

Adapter.

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These plotters are compatible:

These printers are compatible: Mass Storage HP-IB Cables Interface Cables Keyboards

Controller

Sample Software.

External Monitors

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If the Peripheral Is a Computer Controller

Conhguring

HP-IB HP-IB Operation

Device Types

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HP-IB Bus Structure

Data Bus Handshake Lines

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Analyzer Command Syntax

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Where to Look for More Information Types of Memory and Data Storage

Volatile Memory Non-Volatile Memory

Storing Data to Disk Conserving Memory Using Saved Calibration Sets Preset State

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Determining System Measurement Uncertainties

Sources of Measurement Errors

Sources of Systematic Errors

Sources of Random Errors Sources of Drift Errors Sources of Additional Measurement Errors

Measurement Uncertainty Equations

Reflection Uncertainty Equations

Total

Reflection Phase Uncertainty (Erp)

Transmission Uncertainty Equations

Transmission Magnitude Uncertainty (Etm)

Transmission Phase Uncertainty (Etp)

DynamicAccuracy

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Measurement Uncertainty Worksheet (1 of 3) Measurement Uncertainty Worksheet (2 of 3) Measurement Uncertainty Worksheet (3 of 3)

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Figures

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Analyzer Display

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Basic Measurement Setup 2-2. Example of Viewing Channels 1 and 2 Simultaneously 2-3. Example

Dual

Channel With Split Display On 2-4. Example of a Display Title 2-5.

3-Channel

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4-Channel

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Display 2-7. Duplexer Measurement 2-8. Active Marker Control Example 2-9. Active and Inactive Markers Example

2-10. Marker Information Moved into the Softkey Menu Area

2-11. Marker Information 2-12. Marker 1 as the Reference Marker Example 2-13. Example of a Fixed Reference Marker Using

2-14. Example of a Fixed Reference Marker Using 2-15. Example of Coupled and Uncoupled Markers

2-16. Example of a Log Marker in Polar Format 2-17. Example of Impedance Smith Chart Markers 2-18. Example of Setting the Start Frequency Using a Marker 2-19. Example of Setting the Stop Frequency Using a Marker 2-20. Example of Setting the Center Frequency Using a Marker 2-21. Example of Setting the Frequency Span Using Marker 2-22. Example of Setting the Reference Value Using a Marker

2-23. Example of Setting the Electrical Delay Using a Marker

2-24. Example of Searching for the Maximum Amplitude Using a Marker

2-25. Example of Searching for the Minimum Amplitude Using a Marker

2-26. Example of Searching for a

2-27. Example of Searching for a Bandwidth Using Markers

2-28. Example Statistics of Measurement Data

2-29. Device Connections for Measuring a Magnitude Response

2-30. Example Magnitude Response Measurement Results

2-31. Example Insertion Phase Response Measurement 2-32. Phase Samples

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2-33. Device Connections for Measuring Electrical Length . . . . .

2-34. Linearly Changing Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-35. Example Best Flat Line with Added Electrical Delay . . . . .

2-36. Deviation From Linear Phase Example Measurement . . . . .

2-37. Group Delay Example Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-38. Group Delay Example Measurement with Smoothing . . . . .

2-39. Group Delay Example Measurement with Smoothing Aperture

2-40. Connections for SAW Filter Example Measurement . . . . . .

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2-43. Sloping Limit Lines 2-44. Example 2-45. Example Stimulus Offset of Limit Lines 2-46. Diagram of Gain Compression

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Gain Compression Using Linear Sweep and 2-48. Gain Compression Using Power Sweep 2-49. Gain and Reverse Isolation 2-50. Swept List Measurement Setup

2-51. Characteristics of a 2-52. Calibrated Swept List Thru Measurement 2-53.

Filter

Measurement Using Swept List Mode 2-54. Typical Test Setup for Tuned Receiver Mode 2-55.

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Sequencing Help Instructions 2-56. Fundamental and 2-57.

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Harmonic Power Level in 2-58. Device Connections for Time Domain Transmission Example Measurement 2-59. Time Domain Transmission Example Measurement 2-60. Gating in a Time Domain Transmission Example Measurement 2-61. Gate Shape 2-62. Gating Effects in a Frequency Domain Example Measurement

2-63. Device Connections for Reflection Time Domain Example Measurement 2-64. Device Response in the Frequency Domain 2-65. Device Response in the Time Domain

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Down Converter Port Connections

3-2. Up Converter Port Connections

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R Channel External Connection

3-4. An Example Spectrum of RF, LO, and IF

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3-5. Connections for R Channel and Source Calibration

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3-10. Connections for Broad Band Power Meter Calibration

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3-25. Connections for a Response Calibration

3-26. Connections for a Mixer Isolation Measurement 3-27. Example Mixer LQ to RF Isolation Measurement

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