EPM and EPM-P Series Power Meters
E-Series Power Sensors
Configuration Guide
Introduction
This configuration guide describes the standard configurations, options, and compatible accessories of
EPM Series and EPM-P Series power meters. For full specifications, see EPM Series Power Meters E-Series
and 8480 Series Power Sensors - Data Sheet (Keysight literature number 5965-6382E) or E4 416A /E4417A
EPM-P Series Power Meters and E-Series E9320 Peak and Average Power Sensors – Data Sheet (Keysight
literature number 5980-1469E). Contact your local Keysight Technologies, Inc. representative at the offices
listed on the back of this guide if you need more information.
EPM Series power meters
– N1913A power meter (single channel)
– N1914A power meter (dual channel)
EPM-P Series power meters
– E4416A power meter (single channel)
– E4417A power meter (dual channel)
E-Series power sensors
– E441xA CW power sensors (10 MHz to 26.5 GHz, sensor dependent)
– E9300 average power sensors (9 kHz to 18 GHz, sensor dependent)
– E9320 peak and average power sensors (50 MHz to 18 GHz, sensor dependent)
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EPM-P Series Power Meters
The EPM-P Series power meters provide peak, peak-to-average ratio, average, and time-gated
power measurements. For peak, peak-to-average ratio, and time-gated measurements, the
EPM-P Series power meters must operate with the E-Series E9320 power sensors. For average
power measurements only, the EPM-P Series power meters are compatible with all the 8480
Series power sensors, the E-Series CW, the E-Series E9300 average power sensors, and the
E-Series E9320 power sensors.
The standard E4416A and E4417A power meters include:
– Single-channel power meter, order E4416A or dual-channel power meter, order E4417A
– Input sensor connector(s) on the front panel
– Reference calibrator connector on the front panel
– Power sensor cable, 1.5 m (5 ft). (One per E4416A, two per E4417A)
– Libraries Media Suite CD-ROM
– Documentation CD-ROM
– Power cord (plug matches destination requirements)
EPM Series Power Meters
The EPM Series power meters provide average power measurements.
The standard N1913A and N1914A power meters include:
– Single-channel power meter, order N1913A or dual-channel power meter, order N1914A
– Input sensor connector(s) on the front panel
– Reference calibrator connector on the front panel
– Power sensor cable, 1.5 m (5 ft) (One per N1913A, two per N1914A)
– USB cable Type A to Mini-B, 6 ft
– Documentation CD-ROM
– Keysight Instrument Control DVD
– 30-day free trial of BenchVue Power Meter/Sensor Control and Analysis app
– Standard Calibration of Certificate
– Power cord (plug matches destination requirements)
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E-Series Power Sensors
The standard E4412A and E4413A CW power sensors include:
– Power sensor 10 MHz to 18 GHz, order E4412A, or power sensor 50 MHz to 26.5 GHz, order
E4 413A
– English-language Operating and Service Guide
The standard E9300 average power sensors include:
+20 to –60 dBm:
– Power sensor 10 MHz to 18 GHz, order E9300A
– Power sensor 10 MHz to 6 GHz, order E9301A
– Power sensor 9 kHz to 6 GHz, order E9304A
+30 to –50 dBm:
– Power sensor 10 MHz to 18 GHz, order E9300H
– Power sensor 10 MHz to 6 GHz, order E9301H
+44 to –30 dBm:
– Power sensor 10 MHz to 18 GHz, order E9300B
– Power sensor 10 MHz to 6 GHz, order E9301B
– English-language Operating and Service Guide (part number E9300-90009)
The standard E9320 peak and average power sensors include:
– Power sensor, 50 MHz to 6 GHz, 300 kHz bandwidth, order E9321A
– Power sensor, 50 MHz to 6 GHz, 1.5 MHz bandwidth, order E9322A
– Power sensor, 50 MHz to 6 GHz, 5 MHz bandwidth, order E9323A
– Power sensor, 50 MHz to 18 GHz, 300 kHz bandwidth, order E9325A
– Power sensor, 50 MHz to 18 GHz, 1.5 MHz bandwidth, order E9326A
– Power sensor, 50 MHz to 18 GHz, 5 MHz bandwidth, order E9327A
– English-language Operating and Service Guide
Please refer to the N1913A/14A data sheet for more average power sensor selections.
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Compatibility
Power sensor compatibility
For compatibility of power meters, power sensors, and power sensor cables, please refer to the
table below.
Power sensorsPower metersPower sensor cables
EPM-P SeriesEPM Series11730 (grey)E9288 (blue)
E441x familyYesYesYesYes
E9300 familyYesYesYesYes
E9320 familyYesNoNoYes
8480 SeriesYesYesYesYes
N8480 SeriesYesYesYesYes
U8480, U2000 and
U2040 Series (except
U2049X and in Average
Mode only)
Firmware compatibility
Firmware upgrade information can be accessed from the World Wide Web, free of charge.
NoYesNot applicableNot applicable
Calibration Options
– E441xA/B-A6J - Supplies ANSI Z540 certificate of calibration with data.
– E441xA/B-1A7 - Supplies ISO 17025 certificate of calibration with data.
– N1913/ 4A-A6J - Supplies ANSI Z540 certificate of calibration with data.
– N1913/ 4A-1A7 - Supplies ISO 17025 certificate of calibration with data.
– E93xxA/B/H-A6J - Supplies ANSI Z540 certificate of calibration with data.
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Hardware Options
The following options are available on the EPM and EPM-P Series power meters. All order
combinations have to be configured upon ordering; these options are not available for field
upgrade.
EPM Series power meter
OptionDescription
N19 13 / 4 A -0 0 4Delete power sensor cable(s)
N1913/ 4A-101
N1913/ 4A-201Single/dual-channel average power meter with VGA, trigger in/out, one front and one
N19 13 / 4 A - B0 1Without battery (Mandatory for option 201)
N19 13 / 4 A - C 0 1Front calibrator, front sensor (Need to order option 201)
N19 13 / 4 A - C 0 2Front calibrator, parallel front and rear sensor (Need to order option 201)
N19 13 / 4 A - C 03Rear calibrator, parallel front and rear sensor (Need to order option 201)
N1913A-200436A and 437B code compatibility via GPIB interface only. 436A and 437B language
N1914A-200438A code compatibility via GPIB interface only. 438A language mode is not
N19 13 / 4 A - 9 0 8Rack mount kit (one instrument). Can be ordered as standalone.
N19 13 / 4 A - 9 0 9Rack mount kit (two instruments). Can be ordered as standalone.
BV0007BBenchVue Power Meter/Sensor Control and Analysis app license
N6901A-1FP436A and 437B code compatibility for N1913A. Post purchase upgrade only.
N6902A-1FP438A code compatibility for N1914A. Post purchase upgrade only.
1
Single/dual-channel average power meter
rear USB ports
modes are not compatible with LAN or USBTM remote interface. For new N1913A
purchase.
compatible with LAN or USBTM remote interface. For new N1914A purchase.
1. Option 101 provides the front calibrator and the front sensor(s), and it can’t be ordered with any of the
options B0x/C0x.
EPM-P Series power meter
OptionDescription
E441x A /B- 002Parallel rear panel sensor input connector(s) and front panel reference calibrator
connector
E441x A /B- 003Parallel rear panel sensor input connector(s) and rear panel reference calibrator
connector
E441x A /B- 004Delete power sensor cable(s)
E441x A /B-908Rack mount kit (one instrument). Can be ordered as stand-alone.
E441x A /B-909Rack mount kit (two instruments). Can be ordered as stand-alone.
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Service and Support Options
Calibration
The following calibration options are available:
OptionDescription
R-50C-011-3Calibration Assurance Plan - Return to Keysight - 3 years
R-50C-011-5Calibration Assurance Plan - Return to Keysight - 5 years
R-50C-016-3ISO 17025 compliant calibration plan, 3 years
R-50C-016-5ISO 17025 compliant calibration plan, 5 years
R-50C-021-3ANSI Z540-1-1994 calibration plan, 3 years
R-50C-021-5ANSI Z540-1-1994 calibration plan, 5 years
1. Options are not available in all countries.
1
Special Options
Special options for EPM-P Series power meters, EPM Series power meters, and E-Series
sensors are available. The special options provide customized measurement capabilities to fit a
wider range of applications. Contact your local Keysight representative for more information.
Documentation
– The EPM power meters are supplied with a Product Reference CD-ROM which contains the
English-language User’s Guide, Service Guide, Programming Guide, Installation Guide, and
localized versions of the User’s Guide.
– The EPM-P power meters are supplied with a Product Reference CD-ROM which contains
the English-language User’s Guide, Service Guide, Programming Guide, Installation Guide,
and localized versions of the User’s Guide.
– In support of the environmentally-friendly initiative, all printed documents are purchasable
option. The following table shows the option numbers to order the documentation.
DocumentationEPM-P series power meterEPM series power meter
User’s Guide and Installation Guide
(English)
Programming GuideE441x A-0BFN19 13 / 4 A- 0 B F
Service GuideE441x A-0B3Not available
Delete manual setE441x A-0B0N19 13 / 4 A -0 B 0
Add manual set, User’s Guide and
Programming Guide (English)
Printed User’s Guide in JapaneseE441xA-ABJN1913/4A-ABJ
DocumentationE4412/3AE9300E9320A
Add manual setE4412/3A-0B1E930xx-0B1E932xA-0B1
Printed User’s Guide in
Japanese
E4412/3A-ABJE930xx-ABJ—
E441x A-0B1N19 13 / 4 A -0 B 1
E441x A-0BKN1913 / 4 A - 0 B K
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Available Accessories
E9288A-C power sensor cables (refer to the compatibility section):
– Power meter with battery option can be operated in soft carry case
Spare battery, N1913/ 4A-300
– Extra battery for EPM Series power meters with Option 102
Auxiliary Equipment
The 11683A range calibrator verifies the accuracy and linearity of the EPM-P and EPM Series
power meters. Outputs corresponding to the meter readings of 3, 10, 30, 100, and 300 μW and
1, 3, 10, 30, and 100 mW are provided. Calibration uncertainty is ±0.25% on all ranges.
Literature References
Publication titlePublication number
EPM-P Series Single and Dual-Channel Power Meters E9320 Family of Peak and
Avera - Technical Overview
E4416A/E4417A EPM-P Series Power Meters and E-Series E9320 Peak and Average
Power Sensors – Data Sheet
Agilent EPM-P Series Single and Dual Channel Power Meters – Data Sheet59 88-16 05EN
Choosing the Right Power Meter and Sensor - Application Note59 6 8-7150 E
EPM Series Power Meters E-Series and 8480 Series Power Sensors - Data Sheet5965-6382E
Agilent EPM Series Power Meters - Brochure5965-6380E
Fundamentals of RF and Microwave Power Measurements - Application Note5965-6630E
4 Steps for Making Better Power Measurements - Application Note5965-8167E
Wide dynamic range. Multiple modulation formats. One sensor. - Technical Overview5968-4960E
Seven Reasons to Migrate from an E4418/4419B to a Keysight N1913/1914A EPM
Series Power Meter - Migration Guide
5980-1471E
5980-14 6 9 E
5990-4016EN
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