Keysight (Agilent) 8514B Operator Manual

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Title & Document Type: 8514B S-Parameter and 8512A Reflection Transmission Test Sets Manual

Manual Part Number: 08514-90014

Revision Date: 1990-06-01

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HP 8514B S-PARAMETER

and

HP 8512A REFLECTION/TRANSMISSION

TEST SETS

SERIAL NUMBERS

This manual applies directly to HP 8514B test sets with serial prefix 2706A and to HP 8512A test sets with serial prefix 2631A.

For additional information about serial numbers, refer to INSTRUMENTS COVERED BY MANUAL in the General Information section.

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MANUAL PART NO. Microfiche Part Number 08514-90015

08514-90014

1987

Printed: JUNE 1990

HEWLETT PACKARD

CERTIFICATION

Hewlett-Packard Company certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Hewlett-Packard further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members.

(N/ST,

formerly NBS), to the extent allowed by the Institute’s calibration facility, and

WARRANTY

This Hewlett-Packard system product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period corresponding to the individual warranty periods of its component products. Computer and computer

peripherals are warranted for a period of 90 days. Instruments are warranted for a period of one year. During the warranty period, Hewlett-Packard Company will, at its option, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective.

Warranty service for products installed by HP and certain other products designated by HP will be performed at Buyer’s facility at no charge within HP service travel areas. Outside HP service travel areas, warranty service will be performed at Buyer’s facility only upon HP’s prior agreement and Buyer shall pay HP’s round trip travel expenses. In all other areas, products must be returned to a service facility designated by HP.

For products returned to HP for warranty service, Buyer shall prepay shipping charges to HP and HP shall pay shipping charges to return the product to Buyer. However, Buyer shall pay all shipping charges, duties, and taxes for products returned to HP from another country.

HP warrants that its software and firmware designated by HP for use with an instrument will execute its programming instructions when properly installed on that instrument. HP does not warrant that the opera-

tion of the instrument, or software, or firmware will be uninterrupted or error free. LIMITATION OF WARRANTY

The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by Buyer, Buyer-supplied software or interfacing, unauthorized modification or misuse, operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product, or improper site preparation or maintenance.

NO OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. HP SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE BUYER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. HP SHALL NOT

BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

ASSISTANCE

Product maintenance agreements

For any assistance, contact your nearest Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office. Addresses are provided at the back of this manual.

and other customer assistance agreements are available

for Hewlett-Packard products.

8P24.2

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014

Manufacturer’s Name: Hewlett-Packard Co. Manufacturer’s Address:

Declares that the product:

Product Name: Model Numbers: HP 8514B Product Options:

Conforms to the following product specifications:

Safety: EMC:

Supplementary Information:

1400 Fountaingrove Parkway Santa Rosa, California 95403 U.S.A.

S-Parameter Test Set

This declaration covers all options of the above product(s).

IEC

348:1978/HD 401:1980 CAN/CSA-22.2

CISPR IEC IEC IEC

11:1990 801-2:1991 801-3:1984 801-4:1988

No. 231 Series M89

/EN

55011:1991, 50082-1:1992,4 kV

/EN

50082-1:1992,3

/EN

50082-1:1992,

/EN

Group 1 Class A

500 V signal, 1000 V

CD, 8 kV AD

V/m, 27-500 MHz

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

The HP 8514B was qualified as part of a product family which includes the HP HP

8511A,

HP Santa Rosa, California

Location

European Contact: Your local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard GmbH, Department ZQ/Standards Europe, Herrenberger

Notice for

Germany:

89/336/EEC.

8511B,

Noise Declaration

Stra8e

130, D-7030

LpA

< 70

am Arbeitsplatz (operator position) normaler Betrieb (normal position)

nach

DIN 45635 T. 19 (per IS0 7779)

Biiblingen

(FAX: $49-7031-143143)

73/23/EEC

851OC,

and

8530A,

Regulatory Information

HP 85148/8512A Operating and Service Manual

SECTION 1. GENERAL INFORMATION

Introduction Verifying the Test Set Instruments Covered by Manual

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Description and Operating Characteristics

of the Instrument

Options

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Option 001

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Option 002 (HP 8514B only) Option 003 (HP 8514B only) Option

002/003

Option908

Option 910 Option913

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(HP 85148 only)

Option W03, Warranty Conversion Option

W30,

Extended Service

Accessories

Accessories Supplied

Accessories Available

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Operating and Safety Precautions

Operating Service

Additional Equipment Required

SECTION 2. INSTALLATION . . . .

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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . .

Initial Inspection

. . . . . . . . . . .

Environmental Considerations

Operation and Storage

. . .

Preparation for Use . . . . . . . .

Positioning the Test Set . . . Connecting the Test Set

Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 3. OPERATION ......

Introduction Front Panel Features Rear Panel Features

Operator’s Check

Equipment

Procedure

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HP 85148 Operator’s Check

Sampler Test b1 Thru Test b2 Thru Test

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1-l l-l l-l l-2

l-2 l-4

1-4

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l-4 l-4 l-4

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l-4 1-5

l-5 l-5

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l-6 l-6

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2-l 2-l 2-l 2-1 2-l 2-l 2-l 2-2 2-5

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

3-4 3-4 3-4 3-5 3-5

8512A

Operator’s Check

a1 Test

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b1 Reflection Test b2 Thru Test

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Controlling Multiple Test Sets

Installation

Operation

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Initialization at Power-up Selecting a Test Set Measurement Calibration Operational Checks Performance Verification

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Cable and Anti-Rotation Clamp Installation Procedure

SECTION 4. SPECIFICATIONS

Mechanical Specifications

Supplemental Characteristics

SECTION 5. TEST SET TROUBLESHOOTING

Test Set Temperature Check all Connections

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Check Power Supply/Regulator, Fuses,

and Switches A15 Regulator Board Assembly Fuses

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

Address Switches

Test Set Self-Test Indicators

If Self-test Fails to Run

Configuration Switch Check VTO/Driver (LO) Test Set Self-Test Indicators

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

Test Set Troubleshooting Using Time Domain Test Set Assembly Replacement Procedures (1) Bias Tee (2) Coupler

(3) Switch/Splitter (4) Frequency Converter (5) Sampler (6)

VT0

(7) Regulator Board Assembly (8) Step Attenuator Assembly (9) Capacitor (10) 3.5 mm RF Connector Repair

Disassembly

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Assembly

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3-6

3-6 3-7 3-7

3-7 3-7 3-9 3-9 3-9 3-9

.....

3-11 3-11

4-1 4-1 4-2

..... 5-l

5-2 5-2

5-2

5-2 5-3 5-3 5-3 5-4 5-5 5-5

. .

5-6

...

5-7

5-9 5-l 0 510 5-10 5-l 1

5-11

5-l 1 5-l 2 5-l 2 5-12

5-12

3-6 3-6

8514B/85l2A

Test Sets

Table of Contents

Assembly

(11) Fan

Disassembly Assembly

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(12) Port 1 3.5 mm Connector

Port 2 3.5 mm Connector

Center Pin Repair Procedure

3.5 mm Nut Repair Procedure (13) Power Transformer Unratioed Power Test HP

8512A

Test Set

...................... 5-l

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

a1 Test...............................

b1 Reflection Test b2 Thru Test

HP 85148 Test Set

Sampler Test b1 Thru Test b2 Thru Test Next Step

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

If Any User Channel Looks Bad

Equipment

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

Service Procedure Service Adapter Conclusions

SECTION 6. REPLACEABLE PART6

Introduction

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Exchange Assemblies Available Replaceable Parts Lists

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............ 6-l

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5-l 3 5-13 5-14 5-l 4

5-14 5-l 5 5-15 5-15

5-17

5-18 5-l 8

5-l

8 5-18 5-l 8

5-19 5-l 9 5-19 5-29 5-29 5-30 5-30

6-l 6-l 6-2

Manufacturer Codes and

Reference Designations

HP 8514B Replaceable Parts

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HP 8514B Top View Showing Locations of

Major Assemblies

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HP 8514B Miscellaneous Mecnahical, Chassis,

and Electrical Parts

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

HP 8514B and HP 8512A Motherboard

Component Location Diagram

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

Parts Unique to HP 85148 and

8512A Option 001 (1 of 2)

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

Parts Unique to HP 85148 Option 002 HP 85148 Ports 1 and 2 Replaceable Parts Parts Unique to HP 85148 Option 003 HP

8514B

Option

002/003

Parts

HP 8512A Replaceable Parts

...........

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HP 8512A Top view Showing Locations of

Major Assemblies

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

HP 8512A Miscellaneous Mechanical, Chassis

and Electrical Parts

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

HP 8512A Port 1 and Port 2

Replaceable Parts

SECTION 7. SERVICE SECTION 6. PERFORMANCE TESTS SECTION 9. ADJUSTMENTS SECTION 10. MANUAL BACKDATING

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. . 6-17

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6-2

6-3

6-7

6-8 6-13 6-14

6-16 6-l 8

6-20 6-22

6-26 6-27 6-32

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Table of Contents

8514B/8512A Test Sets

1-0

Figure l-l. HP 8514B (upper) and HP 8512A Test Sets

General Information

8514B/85lZA Test Sets

Section 1. General Information

The purpose of this manual is to enable you to use your HP 8514B S-parameter or HP

8512A

reflection/ transmission test set effectively and confidently. These test sets are integral components of the HP8510 measurement system. For that reason, this manual has been divided into two major portions (Operating and Service) to be an integral part of the HP8510 documentation.

General Information

Installation

Operation

Performance Tests

l Adjustments l Backdating

The Service part consists of :

Replaceable Parts

Service

The major topics of this section, General

how to use the test set

what the test set is

operating, safety and warranty considerations

test set specifications

information,

are:

VERIFYING THE TEST SET

The analyzer.

8514B/85l2A

HP8514B

To install the instrument, turn to the Installation section of this manual. To check the proper operation of the test set, see the Operator’s Check in the Operation section of

this manual. To see the specifications of the test set refer to

Genera/

and

information

Test Sets

HP8512A

in volume 1 of the HP 8510A manual set.

have been designed to operate specifically with the HP8510 network

Specifications

in the

HP8570B

System Manual

General Information

l-l

To verify that the instrument meets its published specifications, turn to the

section in the Note that the

To troubleshoot the test set, refer to the section of the

Operating and Service Manual.

HP8510B System Manual

HP8514B

HP8510B

can be performance tested only to 18

Service Manual.

Otherwise call your local Hewlett-Packard office.

or Volume 2 of the

Service

Or refer to the

Overview section and the

Service

HP851OA

Operating and Service Manual.

GHz

with the

section in Volume 4 of the

Performance Tests

HP851OA

TestSet

software.

Troubleshooting

HP851OA

INSTRUMENTS COVERED BY MANUAL

You will find a two-part serial number on the rear panel of the instrument. The first four digits and the

letter are the serial number prefix. The last five digits are the sequential suffix which is unique to each test set. The contents of this manual apply directly to test sets with the same serial number prefix as the one(s) on the title page under the heading

If the serial prefix of your test set is not listed on the title page, your instrument differs from those documented in this manual. The differences are documented in the yellow manual changes supplement supplied with the manual.

To keep this manual as current and accurate as possible, Hewlett-Packard recommends that you periodically request the latest manual changes supplement, as it may contain replacement information as well as change information. The supplement for this manual is keyed to the manual’s print date and part number (on the title page) and is available on request from Hewlett-Packard.

Serial Numbers.

You can order this manual in microfiche form (the part number appears on the title page). With the manual (in 4 x 6 inch microfilm transparency format) you will also receive the latest manual changes supplement.

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE INSTRUMENT

The combination of the HP 8514B test set with the HP8510 network analyzer and source provides a system for making S-parameter measurements over the frequency range of 45 MHz to 20 system is suited for making measurements on two port devices when it is inconvenient or inexpedient to physically reverse the DUT (device under test) to measure all four S-parameters.

The

HP8514B

uses two couplers for signal separation. For measurements of active devices, the

standard HP 8514B includes:

four RF to IF converters to measure all four S-parameters without reconnecting the DUT,

two 90 dB programmable step attenuators for changing (in 10 dB steps) the incident power

level at both ports,

two bias tees for applying external dc bias to both test port center conductors.

GHz.

This

1-2

General Information

8514B/85l2A

Test Sets

In the “High Forward Dynamic Range Configuration” (option 003) the Port 2 coupler is reversed to optimize dynamic range in the forward measurement direction. Because the b2 sampler is connected to the coupler through path instead of the coupled arm, there is less isolation between the b2 sampler and Port 2, and the b2 power level will be higher than bl. This configuration is better for wide dynamic range or reciprocal devices or components like filters, cables, or antennas, where

S,, is generally not

measured. However, as a result of the lower isolation between the test port and the sampler, “sampler bounce,”

appearing as an occasional spurious response related to the

VT0

frequency, can be

noticeable in this “asymmetrical” test set.

The HP 8512A reflection/transmission test set uses one coupler for signal separation. The standard HP 8512A has:

three RF to IF converters, for making reflection (S,,) and transmission (S,,) measurements,

no step attenuators to internally change the incident power level,

no bias tees to apply external DC bias to the test port center conductors.

Tables 1 and 1B list additional characteristics of the HP85148 and

8512A,

shows the HP 8514B in a typical measurement set-up.

8510

INTERCONNECT

~ 1 f

TEST SET

J15 SOURCE

RF INPUT

TEST SET

CONTROL 1 ~

NETYORK ANALYZER

Figure 1-2.

8510B

Typical HP8514B Measurement Set-up

respectively. Figure l-2

(

OUTPUT

HP 83YO

SYNTHESIZE0

WEEPER

83’41

HP 8514B/8512A Test Sets

General Information

1-3

Option 001

This option adds IF switching capability to allow up to four test sets to be connected to the HP8510B at the same time. The test set in use is selected from the HP85108 front panel. The 20 MHz IF signal is transmitted from the standard test set through the option 001 test set(s) to the network analyzer. IF switching is performed automatically by the option 001 test set(s), without reconnections.

Option 002 (HP 85148 only)

This option deletes the 90 dB programmable step attenuators and the dc bias tees. Note that bias can be applied externally, using the

HP11612A

bias tee, if bias is required but attenuation not.

Option 003 (HP 85148 only)

This high forward dynamic range configuration is described in detail in this section under the title

Description and Operating Characteristics of the Instrument.

Option 002/003 (HP 85148 only)

This option is a combination of option 002 and option 003, which were previously described.

Option 908

This option supplies the test set with the parts required to rack mount it with handles removed. Refer to the

installation

section of this manual for additional information.

Option 910

This option provides a duplicate test set manual.

Option 913

This option supplies the test set with the parts required to rack mount it with handles. Refer to the INSTALLATION section of this manual for additional information.

Option W03, Warranty Conversion

Option W03 converts the standard one year return to Hewlett-Packard warranty to a 90 day on-site warranty. W03 can only be ordered at the time of instrument purchase. Instruments ordered with option W03 are identified on the serial number label, or on a special identification label supplied with the

instrument.

Option W30, Extended Service

Option Option identified on the serial number label, or on a special identification label supplied with the instrument.

NOTE:

W30

adds two additional years of return-to-HP service, to follow the first year of warranty.

W30

can be ordered only at the time of purchase. Instruments ordered with option

additional system warranty information is included in the HP8510 manual set.

W30

are

1-4

General Information

8514B/85l2A

Test Sets

ACCESSORIES

Accessories Supplied

Figure 3-1 shows the accessories supplied with the HP8514B and 8512A test sets (except as noted in

Table 3-l). The accessories, with part numbers, are listed in the

installation

section for both test sets.

Accessories Available

NOTE: Calibration, Verification and Adapter Kits.

Additional HP8510 system accessory information is located in the HP8510 manual set.

Hewlett-Packard offers several calibration kits suitable for calibrating an HP8510/8514B or 8512A when making error corrected measurements. Each calibration kit noted below includes a set of precision standards to calibrate an HP8510 system in the indicated interface. Additional information is located in the

HP8570B System Manual

Connector Type

3.5

7mm Type-N

3.5

RF Cables.

from DC to 26.5

5OQ

to 7 mm

The HP 85131D 3.5 mm Test Port Return Cable Set is a pair of 21 inch long cables specified

GHz.

and volume 1 of the

Calibration

850520/E

HP 850508/C/D HP 85054B

1. These adapters attach directly to the 3.5 mm test ports.

Kit

Typically it is used with the

System and Documentation Overview

HP8510A

manual set.

Verification Kit

85053B

HP 85051 B

HP 85055A

HP8514B.

One of the cables has 3.5 mm (f)

section of the

Adapter Kit

85130A/B’

connectors, the other cable has one 3.5 mm (f) and one 3.5 mm (m) connector. The

HP85132C

7 mm Test Port Return Cable is a single, 36 inch cable for measurements where the device is connected directly to one test port. It is typically used with the HP8512A. The cable has two 7 mm connectors. Its frequency range is DC to 18

GHz.

Transistor Test Fixture Kit.

The

HP85041A

Transistor Test Fixture Kit (TTF) is a comprehensive measurement system for testing and characterizing stripline packaged microwave transistors. Although it has 7 mm connectors and a frequency range limited to 18

GHz,

the TTF may be easily adapted for use with the HP 85148. Please consult with your local HP Systems Engineer for specific recommendations.

HP 8514B/85l!2A Test Sets

General Information

l-5

Operating

AITENTION

Static Sensitive

Handle only at Static Safe

Work Stations

Beware of electro-static damage (ESD). The input connectors (test ports

or cables or adapters connected to the test ports) are very sensitive to

ESD. Use a grounded wrist strap when attaching devices to the input

connectors.

Otherwise, you need observe only normal precautions in handling and operating the test set. Do not exceed the front panel operating level power input as noted:

Maximum Operating Power Level

f17 dBm +20 dBm

-13

dBm HP8512A

not

torque anything to the test port connector with greater than 90 N-cm (8in.-lb.) of torque. The

Test Port

HP8514B

Port 1 and 2

HP 8512A Port 1

Port 2

wrench supplied with your accessory kit is calibrated 90 N-cm (8 in.-lb.).

not

torque anything to the Source RF input, on the back of your test set, with greater than 90

N-

cm (8 in.-lb.).

Service

The voltages in this test set warrant normal caution for operator safety. Nevertheless, service should be performed only by qualified personnel. Service strategy, troubleshooting procedures, replaceable parts and similar information for the HP 85148 and 8512A test sets is in the HP85708

Table 2-5 lists additional equipment and accessories required for use with the HP 8514B and 8512A test sets. The table notes which items are required to verify the performance of the test sets and which are

required to operate them. Other equipment may be substituted if its specifications meet or exceed the

specifications listed in the critical specifications column.

Service Manual.

l-6

General Information

HP 8514B/8512A Test Sets

Section 2. Installation

INTRODUCTION

This section explains how to install the HP 8514B and HP8512A test sets. The topics covered include

initial inspection, environmental considerations, positioning and connecting the test set for use, and packaging the instrument. Refer to the

system connection and turn-on instructions.

Inspect the shipping container (including cushioning material) for damage. If it is damaged, keep it until you have checked the contents for completeness. The contents are listed and illustrated in Figure 2-l.

In addition, check the test set mechanically and electrically. If the test set and shipping container are undamaged, passing the Operator’s Check (in the inspection. If the test set does not pass the in the service portion of this manual. Alternatively, call your local HP customer engineer.

If the shipping container is damaged, perform the performance tests outlined in the HP8510 manual

set. If the test set fails the performance tests, or is damaged or defective, keep the shipping materials and notify both the carrier and the nearest Hewlett-Packard office. The HP office will arrange for repair or replacement of the test set without waiting for settlement of the claim. If any of the following accessories are not received with the test set, notify your nearest HP office and the missing parts will be sent to you.

Installation

section of the HP8510 manual for more complete

Operator’s Check,

Operation

section) should suffice for incoming

refer to the troubleshooting procedures

Operation and Storage

To perform within specifications, the test sets should be operated in temperatures between 0°C and

+55X

with relative humidity less than 95% (at 40°C dry bulb temperature, maximum). They may be

operated at altitudes up to 4,500 metres (15,000 feet).

The test sets may be stored in temperatures from -40°C to

+65”

(maximum dry bulb temperature) and at altitudes up to 15,240 metres (50,000 feet).

+75”C,

with relative humidity up to 90% at

PREPARATION FOR USE Positioning the Test Set

Typically the test set is placed on a work surface whether it is rack-mounted or used on a bench. To install the flanges to rack mount the instrument (with or without handles) in a standard 19 inch rack, refer to Figure 2-2.

8514B/85l2A

Test Sets

Installation

2-1

Cable

3.3

ft.

Test Set Interconnect

Cable 2. HP-IB

long

3. RF

SMA

(M)

Torque Wrench

HP 8512A

Power

cord’

1. Test set IF interconnect cable

HPIB

cable

3. RF cable (flexible)

4. Short reference port extension

5. Long reference port extension cables (2)

6. Torque wrench

7. Open end wrench

8. Type-N (m) to SMA (m) adapter

9. Attenuator (20

dB, 7 mm)

10. Anti-rotation clamps (2)

Specifications and Performance Verification

Program and Data Disk

Operating and Service Manual’

Principles of Microwave Connector

l/z

in. X

item

Cable

SMA

20 mm**

(F)

Reference Port

cables (2) 08512-20019

9/~6

in.

Care’

Open

End

Wrench

HP Model or Part Number

05148

8120-1348 08510-60102 8120-3445 08513-60009

08514-20013 871 0-l 764

8710-1770 1250-l 894

08515-60003

08510-10033 08515-90014 5954-1566

1. Not shown.

2. Use between HP 85132C cable and Port 2 of HP 8512A for S21 measurements.

9. Attenuator*

10. Clamp(s)**

* HP 8514B

HP 8512A

8120-1348

08510-60102

8120-3445 08513-60009 08512-20019

1250-1894 08512-60002

08510-10033

08515-90014

5954-1566

2-2

Installation

Figure 2-1.

Accessories supplied with

HP8514B

and

HP851249

8514B/8512A Test Sets

OPTION 908

RACK MOUNT KIT WITH HANDLES REMOVED HP Part Number 5061-9677

2. Attach rack flange with pan head machine screws

3. Remove feet before rack mounting.

1. Remove trim, screws. and handle.

FRONT OF

INSTRUMENT

OPTION 913

RACK MOUNT KIT FOR

INSTRUMENTS WITH PREVIOUSLY

ATTACHED FRONT HANDLES

HP Part Number 5061-9771

1. Remove trim and

2. Attach rack flange with2. Attach rack flange with pan head machine screws.pan head machine screws.

3. Remove feet before rack mounting.

screws

_I’

,I’

_I’

/’

89”

et”

(

INSTRUMENT

HP 8514B/8512A Test Sets

Figure 2-2.

Attaching Rack Mounting Hardware

Installation

2-3

The recommended rack is the configuration with the HP8510 are provided in the

HP85043A.

Instructions for rack mounting the test set in a system

HP8570

installation

section and in the

HP85043A

System Rack Manual.

Static Free Workstation

When installing the test set for use on a bench, place it on a grounded anti-static work surface (Figure 2-3) to lessen the chance of ESD damage. The anti-static surface should extend far enough in front of the test set to provide effective protection at the test ports and cable ends.

If your test set is equipped with a grounding receptical, you may use that in place of a static mat.

GROUNDING RECEPTICAL

WRIST STRAP

Figure 2-3.

A3 WIRE CORD CONNECTION

MUST PROTECTION.

Recommended Static Free Workstation

WITH

LINE

PROPER

USED

POWER

GROUND

FOR ESD

Connecting the Test Set

Mating Connectors.

precision 3.5 mm female connectors. The HP 8512A has 7 mm test port connectors.

The TEST SET INTERCONNECT connector is a series D subminature female connector with 7 RF connections.

The 8510 SYSTEM BUS connector is a female HPIB type connector and mates with the corresponding male connectors of

Power and Control Connections.

line power) and the required RF source connections.

HP 8514B PORTS 1 and 2 are precision 3.5 mm male connectors and mate with

HPIB

cables.

Figure 2-4 shows the following connections (with the exception of

Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet and the line module to supply power to the test set. Connect the test set IF interconnect cable from the

Jll

TEST SET INTERCONNECT connector on the rear panel of the test set to the Jl TEST SET INTERCONNECT connector on the rear panel of the HP85102 IF Detector.

2-4 Installation

HP 8514B/85E!A Test Sets

Connect the system bus cable from the HP85148 (or 8512A) J12 8510 SYSTEM BUS connector to the 8510 INTERCONNECTconnector of the HP85101 display/processor. The test set IF interconnect cable and the system bus cable transmit control signals between the test set and the network analyzer.

Signal Path Connections.

The IF signals from the test set are transmitted to the HP 85102 IF Detector

by the test set IF interconnect cable (see above). RF signals are transmitted from the source to the test set by the 3.5 mm flexible RF cable supplied with

the test set. Recommended torque is 56 N-cm (5in.-lb) for the RF cable-to-test-set/RF input connection.

Anti-Rotation Clamps.

(HP8514B only) Use these clamps to stabilize the test port/RF cable connec-

tion. Connect the test port cables to the test ports and tighten them as specified in the cable manual. Loosen the anti-rotation clamp thumb screw sufficiently to slip the clamp over the cable and up to the front panel. The clamp end with the flats should come to rest on the flats of the test port shoulder. Finger tighten the thumb screws to prevent further loosening or tightening of the test port/RF cable connection.

The internal O-ring is field replaceable without disassembling the anti-rotation clamp. Pry it out with fine tweezers or a similar tool when it no longer holds the RF cable securely. Insert the new O-ring by engaging one side of it in the slot of the phenolic clamp donut. Use your fingers to push the O-ring into the rest of the slot.

The HP part number of the O-ring is 0900-0007 (CD 7).

PACKAGING

If reshipping is required, each test set should be repackaged in the original factory package. Con-

tainers and materials identical to those used by the factory are available through Hewlett-Packard offices.

Alternatively, comparable packaging materials may be used. Wrap the test set in heavy paper or antistatic plastic. If shipping to an HP Office or Service Center, complete and attach a service tag (in the HP 8510 manual set). Use sufficient shock absorbing material on all sides of the test set to provide a thick, firm cushion and prevent movement. Seal the shipping container securely and mark it

FRAGILE.

In any correspondence with HP, refer to the test set by full model and serial number.

HP 8514Bf8512A Test Sets

installation 2-5

SYSTEM

/’

8510

BUS

8519B/12A

TEST SET

8510 INTERCONNECT

RF INPUT

TEST SET

INTER-

CONNECT

> lo “O’R *350B

HP 8340/41 USE ONE ONLY

FROM

HP B5lOB

STOP SWEEP

8510 INTERCONNECT

FROM

HP 85108

IN/OUT

HP-18

,’

.m\

.o 0 0 0 0

000

8390

SYNTHESIZE0

WEEPER

Figure 2-4. HP 8514B and 8512A System Connections

DOOllO

BWl

8510 INTERCONNECT

SWEEP OSCILLATOR

83508

HP INTERFACE BUS 7

2-6

Installation

HP 8514B/8512A Test Sets

Section 3. Operation

This section illustrates the features and functions of the front and rear panels of the HP 8514B and 8512A test sets. It also includes an operator’s check procedure. The function of the operator’s check is to confirm that the HP 8514B and HP 8512A test sets function properly as part of an HP 8510 system. The performance tests documented in the manual set are a more rigorous check. Volume 2 of the HP8510A manual set documents the HP8512A only.

Also included in this section: a description of the Multiple Test Set Option (Option 001).

Instructions for connecting a cable and anti-rotation clamp to your test set test port.

85708

System Manual and volume 2 of the

HP851OA

HP 8514B/SSl2A Test Sets

Operation

3-l

1. Line Switch.

This switch turns the test set on and off. When the side of the switch labeled 0 is depressed, the test set is off; I is on.

2. Line LED.

This LED goes on and off with the test set line

switch.

3. Active LED.

This LED lights about two seconds after power

is turned on, following the successful conclusion of self-test.

4. Port 1.

This test port transmits RF energy from the source to the DUT and receives reflected RF energy from the DUT. The reflected RF energy is coupled to a sampler within the instrument.

5. Bias Fuse.

(HP8514B

only) The fuse which limits bias applied to Port 1 is within this holder (see the instrument front panel or the replaceable parts list for the value of the fuse

Fl).

Figure

3-1.

Front Panel Features

6. al LED.

(HP8514B

only) This LED indicates that the HP 85148 is internally switched to the Sl 1 or S21 mode and source power is switched to Port 1.

7. a2 LED.

HP8514B

(HP 85148 only) This LED indicates that the

is internally switched to the S22 or S12 mode and

source power is switches to Port 2.

8. Bias Fuse.

(HP8514B

only) The fuse which limits bias applied to Port 2 is within this holder (see the instrument front panel or the replaceable parts list for the value of the fuse F2).

9. Port 2.

In the

HP6514B,

this test port transmits RF energy from the source to the DUT and receives reflected RF energy from the DUT.

In the

HP8512A,

this port only receives transmitted (from Port 1) RF energy. The received RF energy is input directly to a sampler within the instrument.

HP 8514B (upper) and HP 8512A

3-2

Operation

HP 8514B/8512A Test Sets

REAR PANEL FEATURES

10.

Line module.

fuse and line voltage selector. Pull out the right side of the line module cover to replace or change the fuse or to change the voltage selection. Note that the voltage selector drum must be removed to rotate it to a different voltage setting. Recommended fuse values are printed on the rear panel.

11. Extension A.

port extension cable (RPEC. supplied) used to equalize the length of the reference signal-a2 sampler path with the test signal-b2 sampler path.

When the DUT is connected to Port 2 with any of the recommended

RF cables, connect the long RPEC to Extension A.

12.

Extension B.

port extension cable (RPEC. supplied) used to equalize the length of

the reference signal-al sampler path with the test

path.

When the DUT is connected to Port 1 with any of the recommended RF cables, connect the long RPEC to Extension connected directly to Port 1, connect the short RPEC to Extension B.

13. RF

Input.

source.

This assembly houses the line cord connector, line

This pair of 3.5 mm connectors holds the reference

signal-b1

8. When the DUT is

This

35mm

connector receives RF energy from the

Figure 3-2. Rear Panel Features

HP 8514B/85lZA Test Sets

sampler

14.

JlO

Test Set Interconnect.

with option 001. It allows connecting another test set to the option

001 test set. Up to four test sets can be serially connected to the HP 8510. The HP 8510 system automatically selects the IF output

from the chosen test set for processing and display.

15.

Jll

Test Set Interconnect.

from the test set to the HP85102 IF Detector. It also transmits control signals bidirectionally.

18. 8510 System Bus Address Switch.

switch sets the system bus address of the test set. The binary weight of each pole is indicated on the rear panel as are the on and off positions. Decimal twenty (off-off-on-off-on. from left to right) is the default setting.

17. 512 8510

18.

Port

19.

Port 1 Bias.

HP 8514B (upper) and HP 8512A

System Bus Connector.

communications with the HP85101 display/processor.

2 Bias.

supply bias through the center conductor of Port 2 to active devices under test.

supply bias through the center conductor of Port 1 to active devices under test.

(HP8514B only) This female BNC connector is used to

This connector is used only in test sets

This connector transmits the IF signal

This five-pole binary-weighted

This connector is used for

Operation

HPIB

3-3

Passing this check confirms that the HP 85146 and HP 8512A test sets function properly as part of an HP8510 system.

Equipment

Item

HP Model or Part Number

Network analyzer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HP 8510A/B

Test port return cable set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Test port return cable 20 dB attenuator (pad)

1. use with HP85148

2. use with HP8512A

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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HP 8493C option

HP85131Dl

.85132-600052

0202

Procedure

Plug in and turn on the test set (it should not be connected to any other instrument or device now). The line LED should light immediately and the active LED should light in about two seconds. Those indications mean that the instrument has passed its self-test. Turn off the test set and connect it to the HP8510 system as shown in Figure 3-3. Turn on all of the system instruments, network analyzer last. Let the instruments complete their self-tests.

DUTs

Remove any cables or

from the test set test ports. Press

HP85102 to preset the HP8510 and access the STIMULUS menu.

HP8340/41

HP8350B systems: press

systems: press

[SWEEP TIME]

[STEP]

on the HP85101 to put the source in step mode.

[2]

[0] [0] narrow band systems, the level of the frequency band generated should match the levels shown in Figure 3-3 for a given frequency.

[PRESET]

[k/m]

to set the sweep time to 200 ms. In

STIMULUS

[MENU]

on the

Now perform either the HP8514B or 8512A Operator’s Check.

In case of difficulty, refer

to Test Set Troubleshooting in the

local HP Service Office.

NOTE:

-27 + 5

All of the following

at 20

GHz.

HP8514B

CRT traces should decrease from

Sampler Test

To check all of the samplers in the HP 85148 test set, first redefine the a2 and b2 phase lock and drive paths:

3-4

Press PARAMETER

LOCK]

Press

DONE]

Operation

[a21

[REDEFINE DONE]

[User 2

b2]

to redefine b2.

[MENU] [User 3

a21

to redefine

[REDEFINE PARAMETER] [DRIVE] [Port 21 [PHASE

a2.

[REDEFINE PARAMETER] [DRIVE] [Port 21 [PHASE LOCK]

HP85708

Service Manual

-20+5 dB

or contact your

at 2

GHz

[a21

[REDEFINE

8514ES/8512A

Test Sets

Connect an open (or short) to port 1 and port 2.

Press [User

1 al], [User 2 b2],

[User 3 a2],

and

[User 4 bl]

to check the channels indicated.

The b, and b, traces should resemble Figure 3-3. The a, and a2 traces should resemble Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-3.

Typical Operator’s Check CRT Power Level Trace

bl Thru Test

Connect a thru (two test port return cables) from port 1 to port 2.

5. Press PARAMETER [MENU] [USER 4 bl] [REDEFINE PARAMETER] [DRIVE] [PORT

[PHASELOCK]

[a21

[REDEFINE DONE]

to observe the bl thru power level trace. The trace should

resemble Figure 3-4.

b2 Thru Test

6. Leave the thru connection of step 4 connected. Press PARAMETER [MENU] [USER 2

[REDEFINE PARAMETER] [DRIVE] [PORT l] [PHASELOCK] [al] [REDEFINE DONE]

to observe

the b2 power level trace. The trace should resemble Figure 3-4.

Make sure that you redefine the parameters to the original conditions for al, bl, a2, and b2.

If any of the traces are not within the specified limits, check all of the connections and repeat the above procedure. If symptoms persist, refer to the Service Overview section of the

Service Manual

or volume 4 of the HP 8510A manual set.

b2]

HP857OB

HP 8514B/8512A Test Sets

Operation

3-5

NOTE:

-32k5

All of the following

al Test

at 18

HP8512A

CRT traces should decrease from

GHz.

Figure 3-4. Typical Operator’s Check CRT Power Level Trace

-2O+

5 dB at 0.5

GHz

Press PARAMETER

[MENU] [USER 1 al]

to see the channel al power level trace.

bl Reflection Test

Connect an open (or a short) to port 1.

Press

[USER 4 bl]

to observe the bl power level trace. The trace should resemble Figure 3-3.

b2 Thru Test

Connect a thru (a 20 dB attenuator and test port return cable) between port 1 and port 2.

5. Press PARAMETER [MENU] [USER 2

[PHASELOCK] [al] [REDEFINE DONE]

resemble Figure 3-4.

If any of the traces are not within the specified limits, check all of the connections and repeat the above procedure. If symptoms persist, refer to the Service Overview section of the

Service Manual or volume 4 of the HP

b2]

[REDEFINE PARAMETER] [DRIVE] [PORT

to observe the b2 power level trace. The trace should

W857OB

8510A

manual set.

3-6

Operation

8514J3/8512A

Test Sets

Controlling Multiple Test Sets

Option 001 for the HP 851X-series test sets allows an HP 8510 to alternately control up to four test sets. While a measurement is proceeding on Test Set number 1, which is equipped with option 001, test device hookup can be accomplished on Test Set number 2, which does not need to be equipped with option 001, unless another test set is to be connected. When the measurement on test set number 1 is complete, then the HP 8510 can control test set number 2. Only one HP 8516A test set may be used in a multiple test set configuration.

In a standard test set, the 20 MHz IF and control signals are applied directly to

INTERCONNECT, which connects to the HP 8510. Option 001 adds a set of IF switches, control switches, and the JlO TEST SET INTERCONNECT connector. This allows the selection of 20 MHz test set IF signals. As shown in Figure 3-5, test set number 1 can apply its IF to the HP 8510 or it can switch to pass the IF from test set number 2 through the JlO TEST SET INTERCONNECT to the HP 8510.

Jll

TEST SET

INSTALLATION

Set each test set rear panel address switch to the address listed in Figure 3-5, if using a two test set configuration and Figure 3-6, if configuring more than two test sets. Use the supplied Test Set

Interconnect cable to connect test set number 1,

Interconnect cable to connect test set number 2, test set “daisy chain” to include up to four test sets if the total length of all Test Set Interconnect cables does not exceed 13 meters (about 40 feet). The last test set in the chain does not require option 001.

If the RF coaxial switch(s) is not incorporated into the system, then the RF input to the test set must be manually switched to the active test set.

Jll

to the HP 8510. Use the supplied Test Set

Jll

to test set number 1, JlO. You may continue this

OPERATION Initialization at Power-up

Upon power-up, the IF switches must be configured so that only one system test set is active. The following procedure shows how to make one test set active.

Check the active lights of all system test sets.

Check the HP 8510’s expected test set address by pressing

match the address of the desired test set. If not, change the address.

If unselected test sets are active, (active light ON), deactivate the test set by temporarily addressing

it. Then return to the desired address.

HP 8514B/8512A Test Sets

[LOCAL] [TEST SET].

This should

Operation

3-7

HP 85108

NETYORK

HPB34X OR HPB35OB SOURCE

ANALYZER

HP 11713A

ATTENURTOR/SYITCH

DRIVER

3-8

NOTE:

Not all system connections are shown.

In dual source configurations, the second can be multiplexed in a similar manner. If only one dual source test set is used,

the second source can be directly connected to the appropriate test set.

New ADDRESS

of Test Set Selected

Operation

HP851X -

TEST SET REAR PANEL TEST SET REAR PANEL ADDRESS SWITCH SET ADDRESS SWITCH SET

OPT.001

TEST SET Xl

TO (20)

HP 33311C Coaxial Switch Positions with Two lest Sets

Test Set

HP 33311 C Coaxial Switch

Port Selected

Figure 3-5.

RF and IF Switching with Two Test Sets

Port 1 Port 2

HPBSlX

TEST SET 12

TO (21)

8514B/85l2A

Test Sets

Selecting a Test Set

Test Set IF Switching.

generate an addressed command to the test set. Each time the HP 8510

function is changed (see HP 8510 set IF to external and the newly addressed test set IF to internal. The test set front panel

The active test set is selected by the built-in capability of the HP 8510 to

ADDRESS of TEST SET

LOCAL

Menu), the HP 8510 switches the previously addressed test

ACTIVE

indicator shows the test set status. When the test set is active the IF signals from the test set are applied directly to are passed through to

Jll

TEST SET INTERCONNECT. When the test set is inactive the IF signals appearing at JlO

Jll

and on to the next test set or the HP 8510.

The address of the test set can be changed manually from the HP 8510 front panel by selecting the

ADDRESS of TEST SET

changed under program control using the HP 8510 HP-IB

function then entering the address of the test set and pressing

ADDRTESS;

command. The HP-IB address

[xl],

or it can be

of a particular test set is set by address switches on the test set rear panel.

RF Switch Driver Commands. TEST SET

to the device at the

function is changed, a code sequence is automatically issued over the HP 8510 system bus

ADDRESS of RF SWITCH.

A related feature of the HP 8510 is that when the HP 8510

In the recommended configuration, this device is an HP

ADDRESS of

11713A Attenuator/Switch Driver which in turn controls one or more HP 33311C Coaxial Switchs. As shown in Figures 3-5 and 3-6, these switches are used to select which of the test sets receive the RF

output of the network analyzer source. The exact command issued depends upon the new value of the

ADDRESS of TEST SET

function, also shown in Figures 3-5 and 3-6.

After selecting the active test set, perform the system calibration procedure as usual. When you select a different test set, make sure that you recall the Cal Set that applies to

that

test set.

Since the Cal Set Limited Instrument State does not include the number of the active test set, a Cal Set

which does not apply to the current test set can be turned on without any HP 8510 caution messages

appearing. This will cause errors in the displayed data because incorrect error coefficients are applied

to the measured data.

It may be convenient to store a Hardware State file and an Instrument State file for each combination of test set and cal set. You may also store your Hardware State file on a tape or disc for future use. To change the configuration, simply recall the appropriate Hardware State file, which sets the Address of Test Set and issues the RF switch command, then the appropriate Instrument State file, which recalls the Cal Set.

Operational Checks

To check operation of a multiple test set configuration, first connect a device with a known response at test set number 1, then press HP 8510

address of test set number 1 (this would be should appear. Press

[DISPLAY] [DATA--MEMORY] [DISPLAY: DATA and MEMORY]

trace for later comparison. Now use

[LOCAL] [TEST SET], [ADDRESS of TEST

20)

then press

ADDRESS of TEST SET

[xl].

The test set number 1 measurement

to select test set number 2, then switch

SETI, enter the

to store the

back to test set number 1. Observe any difference in the response between the stored trace and the result after switching back and forth between the test sets. Repeat for each of the test sets. Any

difference in the data believed due to the option 001 IF switch or RF switching must be investigated.

Performance Verification

Standard System Performance Verification procedures are used to verify the operation of the option 001 test set as test set number 1. To verify the performance of another test set in the chain, select it as the active test set and proceed as usual.

8514B/85l2A

Test Sets

Operation

3-9

7::‘ 5:‘ 21’

TO HP85108

NETWORK ANALYZER

TEST SET

INTERCONNECT

:ic- cr-

HP11713A

+24\/

TEST SET

TEST

HP3331 1C

COAXIAL

SWITCH

SET #ii

RF IN

(FROM SOURCE)

NOTE: 1.

TO (22)

JlO

HP851 X

TEST SET TEST SET REAR PANEL ADDRESS SWITCH

TO (23)

SET

HP851X - OPT.001

TEST SET

TEST SET REAR PANEL TEST SET REAR PANEL

ADDRESS SWITCH SET ADDRESS SWITCH SET

TO (21)

HP851X - OPT.001

TEST SET

TO (21)

Ji’

HP851X - OPT.001

TEST SET TEST SET REAR PANEL ADDRESS SWITCH SET

Not all system connections are shown.

In dual source configurations, the second can be multiplexed in a similar manner. If only one dual source test set is used,

the second source can be directly connected to the appropriate test set.

HP 33311C Coaxial Switch Positions with Four lest Sets

HP 33311 C Coaxial Switch

New ADDRESS of

Test Set

20 21 22 3 23

Figure 3-6. RF and IF Switching with Four Test Sets

lest Set

Selected

2 4

Port Selected

Switch

Port 1 Port 1 Port 1 Port 2 Port 2 Port 2 Port 2

Port 1

3-10

Operation

HP 8514B/85lZA Test Sets

Cable and Anti-Rotation Clamp Installation

The HP 08515-60003 Anti-Rotation Clamps are used to secure the RF connections at the test ports of several Hewlett-Packard test sets. When installed, each clamp holds the large nut that secures the test set RF port connector to the front panel, and the RF cable connector or the front panel adapter mated with the port connector.

Without the clamps, the test port connections may become loose after moving the connected device

and could invalidate calibrations and measurements.

NOTE:

Although the anti-rotation clamps may be used with front panel adapters, these instructions

refer to an installation using the HP RF Cables. Adapter installations will be similar.

Two anti-rotation clamps are included in the test set accessories box. Remove one from the box and loosen the thumbscrew until it is almost out of the counter-bored hole in the clamp body.

Gently push the clamp (round-hole end first) over and past the RF cable connector you will connect to the test set RF port. The rubber O-ring in the round end of the clamp will fit tightly over the connector. Wiggle the clamp if necessary to get it over the connector.

Connect the cable to the test port and tighten as specified in the cable manual. Make sure that you do not twist the cable as you attach it to the test port. Use the torque wrench supplied with your calibration kit to tighten the cable to no more than 90 N-cm (8 in.-lb.).

Important! The test set RF connector is easily loosened so hold the RF cable throughout the rest of

this procedure. Do not allow the cable to rotate.

See Figure 3-7. Turn the clamp so that the thumbscrew is pointing up. From there, turn the clamp to visually align the clamp flats with the flats on the test port connector nut. This will minimize rotating the connector in the next step.

NOTE:

The flats may be in any orientation in respect to the front panel.

MAKE

SURE

ON REAR OF

PARALLEL

TEST SET CONNECTOR

FLAT

SURFACE

CABLE CLAMP

WITH

FIAT

SURFACE

8514B/85l2A

Test Sets

FRONT

TEST SET CONNECTOR

VIEW

Figure 3-7. Visually Aligning Clamp and Nut Flats

FRONT VIEW

CABLE

CLAMP

Operation

3-11

+ 79 hidden pages

Keysight (Agilent) 8514B Operator Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1. General Information

VERIFYING THE TEST SET

INSTRUMENTS COVERED BY MANUAL

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE INSTRUMENT

Option 001

Option 908

Option 910

Option 913

Option W03, Warranty Conversion

Option W30, Extended Service

ACCESSORIES

Accessories Supplied

Accessories Available

Operating

Service

Section 2. Installation

INTRODUCTION

Operation and Storage

Static Free Workstation

Connecting the Test Set

PACKAGING

Section 3. Operation

Front Panel Features

REAR PANEL FEATURES

Equipment

Procedure

Sampler Test

b2 Thru Test

b2 Thru Test

Controlling Multiple Test Sets

INSTALLATION

Operation

Selecting a Test Set

Operational Checks

Performance Verification

Cable and Anti-Rotation Clamp Installation