Keysight Technologies
N9029AV01-V15, V1B, V2B
Signal Analyzer
Frequency Extension Module
and Accessories
User's Guide
Notices
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N9030-90061
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Print Date: January 2019
Supersedes: March 2018
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N9029AV01-V15, V1B and V2B
Signal Analyzer Frequency Extension Module
and Accessories
The Keysight N9029AV01-V15, V1B and V2B Signal Analyzer Frequency Extension (SAX)
Modules are manufactured by Virginia Diodes, Inc. (VDI). The Mixer/Amplifier/Multiplier Chain
(MixAMC) modules are for use with the Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzer with the External
Mixer Option (EXM), required.
The modules provide high performance broadband frequency down-conversion, and for
modules with Option UDC, frequency up-conversion. The modules can be used with
microwave signal analyzers to extend the frequency range into the THz range. These modules
achieve low conversion loss and excellent noise figure. Refer to the VDI User’s Guide included
on the USB drive. For more information, see the Product Manual at http://vadiodes.com/
images/Products/SAX/VDI-731_SAX_Product_Manual.pdf
The cables and power supply will be included with the module in the transport case. Cutouts
have been created for the accessories within the transport case, simply remove the foam insert.
Accessories available for order - Amplifiers*, Attenuators, Filters, and Waveguide Sections.
(* Refer to compliance markings for Options AM1 and AMP. See page 6 for details.)
.
Accessories
(Optional)
Cable VDI Module USB Drive AC Power Cable
1
Tr ansport Case Power Supply
1. To order accessories, see Contacting Keysight on page 11. For the Keysight Millimeter Wave Frequency
Extenders, Technical Overview document, visit http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5991-3161EN.pdf
Be aware of the power level applied to the waveguide input. Non-warrantied
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damage to the internal mixer can occur if the power level is at or above the
damage level specified in the VDI User's Guide for "RF Input."
Before using your SAX module, please read all documentation from VDI
(included on the USB drive).
Typical Connection Diagram for External Mixing
Table 1 SAX Modules
Keysight
Model
N9029AV01 WR1.0SAX 750 to 1100
N9029AV1B WR1.5SAX 500 to 750
N9029AV2B WR2.8SAX 260 to 400
N9029AV02 WR2.2SAX 325 to 500
N9029AV03 WR3.4SAX 220 to 330
N9029AV04 WR4.3SAX 170 to 260
N9029AV05 WR5.1SAX 140 to 220
N9029AV06 WR6.5SAX 110 to 170
N9029AV08 WR8.0SAX 90 to 140
N9029AV10 WR10SAX 75 to 110
N9029AV12 WR12SAX 60 to 90
N9029AV15 WR15SAX 50 to 75
VDI
Model
Frequency
(GHz)
Table 2 SAX Options
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Option
Description
DC9 Standard SAX with 9 VDC supply
UDC Adds IF input data (on USB) for frequency up-conversion
D48 Adds data on USB down to 48 GHz (for N9029AV15 only)
D73 Adds data on USB down to 73 GHz (for N9029AV10 only)
H50 DC9 SAX with high sensitivity
Table 2 Accessories for Order
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Keysight Model Description
N9029AV01 No Accessories Available
N9029AV1B-ATN
N9029AV02-ATN
VDI WR1.5 Fixed 10 dB Waveguide Attenuator
VDI WR2.2 Fixed 20 dB Waveguide Attenuator
N9029AV2B-ATN VDI WR2.8 Fixed 20 dB Waveguide Attenuator
N9029AV03-ATN VDI WR3.4 Fixed 30 dB Waveguide Attenuator
N9029AV04-ATN VDI WR4.3 Fixed 20 dB Waveguide Attenuator
N9029AV05-ATN
N9029AV06-ATN
N9029AV08-ATN
N9029AV10-ATN
N9029AV12-ATN
N9029AV15-ATN
N9029AV12-AMI *
N9029AV15-AMP *
VDI WR5.1 Fixed 20 dB Waveguide Attenuator
VDI WR6.5 Fixed 20 dB Waveguide Attenuator
VDI WR8.0 Fixed 30 dB Waveguide Attenuator
VDI WR10 Fixed 30 dB Waveguide Attenuator
VDI WR12 Fixed 30 dB Waveguide Attenuator
VDI WR15 Fixed 40 dB Waveguide Attenuator
Amplifier, 67-87 GHz, 21 dB Gain, WR12
Amplifier, 55-67 GHz, 19 dB Gain, WR15
VDI Part Number
N/A
VDI1.5SG2-10
VDI2.2SG2-20
VDI2.8SG2-20
VDI3.4SG2-30
VDI4.3SG2-20
VDI5.1SG2-20
VDI6.5SG2-20
VDI8.0SG2-30
VDI10.0SG2-30
VDI12.0SG2-30
VDI15.0SG2-40
VDI12.0AMP-0067/0087-20-20
VDI15.0AMP-0055/0067-15-20
N9029AV12-BF1
N9029AV12-BF2
N9029AV12-BF3
N9029AV12-BF4
N9029AV12-SW2
N9029AV15-BF1
N9029AV15-BF2
N9029AV15-BF3
N9029AV15-BF4
N9029AV15-BF5
N9029AV15-BF6
Bandpass Filter, 59.5-61 GHz, WR12
Bandpass Filter, 71-76 GHz, WR12
Bandpass Filter, 81-86 GHz, WR12
Bandpass Filter, 76-81 GHz, WR12
WR12 Waveguide 2-In Straight Section from VDI
Bandpass Filter, 57.2-59.4 GHz, WR15
Bandpass Filter, 59.4-61.6 GHz, WR15
Bandpass Filter, 61.5-63.8 GHz, WR15
Bandpass Filter, 63.7-65.9 GHz, WR15
Bandpass Filter, 57.2-65.9 GHz, WR15
Bandpass Filter, 64-71 GHz, WR15
WR12BPF59.5-61
WR12BPF71-76
WR12BPF81-86
WR12BPF76-81
WR12SWG-2i
WR15BPF57.2-59.4
WR15BPF59.4-61.6
WR15BPF61.5-63.8
WR15BPF63.7-65.9
WR15BPF57.2-65.9
WR15BPF64-71
* Contains the following instrument markings: CE, RCM, and ccr.keysight@keysight.com
(see page 9 for details).
Always use the information printed on the SAX label of your module.
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When using the LO/IF (L) Input (External Mixing), use LO (L): N= X, with
•
"X" being the multiplication factor value shown on your SAX label.
When using the LO/IF (H) Input, use LO (H): N= X, with "X" being the
•
multiplication factor value shown on your SAX label.
SAX
Label
On the SAX label, the multiplication
factor values are circled. This is an
example only; the actual values will
vary.
When using your signal analyzer with the SAX, you must set the analyzer to external mixing, including
harmonic and Doubler Switched parameters.
For the N90x0A Models:
[Input/Output] > External Mixer > External Mixer > Ext Mix Setup > Edit Harmonic Table >
[Enter] (or select OK).
Table Type > Doubler Switching > Harmonic > [N] > Enter N value (see SAX label on module, or see VDI
document, for N value)
For the N90x0B Models:
[Input/Output] > Select Input > External Mixer > External Mixer Setup > Table Type > Doubler Switching
> Harmonic (under Harmonic Table) > Enter N value (see SAX label on module, or see VDI document, for
N value)
For improved spurious response:
Change the number of sweep points:
•
[Sweep/Control] > Points > [40001]
Multi-Touch Sweep > Sweep Config > Points > [40001]
Reduce resolution bandwidth:
•
[BW] > Res BW > [300 kHz]
Turn on Signal ID:
•
[Input/Output] > External Mixer > Signal ID > On > Signal ID Mode > Image Suppress
Multi-Touch Input > Output > Signal ID > On > Signal ID Mode > Image Suppress
There is data on the USB drive that can be used to create a corrections file to improve amplitude
accuracy.
Frequency Up-Converter Operation
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The option UDC has an IF input and 9 volt connections for external devices. For frequency
up-conversion, the left jumper is to be removed.
Voltage Bias Port
LO input (H)
IF input
The IF input frequency will be up-converted to the multiplication factor of the LO input (H) ++
IF input {N x LO input (H) + IF input = waveguide output frequency}. Refer to the VDI
User's Guide for frequencies and power levels.
1. Connect RF source to LO input (H), such as an E8257D PSG.
2. Connect RF signal to be up-converted to the IF input, such as an E8257D PSG.
Other modes of operation may be found in the VDI documentation.
Instrument Markings
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Listed below are definitions for the markings that may be found on the product.
The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is
necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the documentation.
The AC symbol indicates the required nature of the line module input power.
This symbol indicates separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment,
mandated under EU law as of August 13, 2005. All electric and electronic equipment are
required to be separated from normal waste for disposal (Reference WEEE Directive,
2002/96/EC).
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is ON.
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is in the OFF position.
IP 2 0
ccr.keysight@keysight.com
ICES/NMB-001
The instrument has been designed to meet the requirements of IP 2 0 for egress and
operational environment.
The RCM mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Communications and Media
Authority.
Indicates the time period during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are
expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use. Forty years is the expected useful life
of the product.
The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community.
The Keysight email address s required by EU directives applicable to our product.
This is a symbol of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product (CISPR
11, Clause 5).
This is a marking to indicate product compliance with the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Standard (ICES-001). Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB du
Canada.
This symbol on all primary and secondary packaging indicates compliance to China
standard GB 18455-2001.
South Korean Certification (KC) mark; includes the marking's identifier code which
follows this format: MSIP-REM-YYY-ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ.
Safety
Complies with the essential requirements of the European Low Voltage Directive.
EMC
Complies with the essential requirements of the European EMC Directive as well as current editions of the
following standards (dates editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity):
• IEC/EN 61326-1
• CISPR Pub 11 Group 1, Class A
• AS/NZS CISPR 11
• ICES/NMB-001
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
To find a current Declaration of Conformity for a specific Keysight product, go to:
http://regulations.about.keysight.com/DoC/search.htm
South Korean Class A EMC Declaration
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If there is a "KC" mark on the product, then the following statement applies:
This equipment has been conformity assessed for use in business environments. In a residential
environment, this equipment may cause radio interference.
※ This EMC statement applies to the equipment only for use in a business environment.
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이 기기는 업무용 환경에서 사용할 목적으로 적합성평가를 받은 기기로서
가정용 환경에서 사용하는 경우 전파간섭의 우려가 있습니다.
※ 사용자 안내문은 “업무용 방송통신기자재”에만 적용한다.
Acoustic Statement (European Machinery Directive)
• Acoustic noise emission
LpA<70 dB
Operator position
Normal operation mode per ISO 7779
This is a sensitive measurement apparatus by design and may have some
performance loss (spurs up to 55 dB above a noise floor) when exposed to
ambient continuous electromagnetic phenomenon in the range of
80 MHz - 2.7GHz when tested per IEC 61000-4-3.
For information concerning the operation and connections, reference the VDI User Guide
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(included on the USB Drive), or the Keysight X-Series Signal
Analyzer's documentation by
searching http://www.keysight.com/find/pxa_manuals. You may also reference the X-Series
Signal Analyzer On-line Help System for operational information. Information is also available
at http://vadiodes.com
Keysight Technologies does not guarantee the performance of the VDI modules, or system
performance. However, if warranty or repair is needed Keysight will provide full support to our
customer.
Inspect the shipping container. If the container or packing material is damaged, it should be
kept until the contents of the shipment have been checked mechanically and electrically. If
there is mechanical damage or if the instrument does not pass the performance tests, notify the
nearest Keysight Technologies office. Keep the damaged shipping materials
(if any) for inspection by the carrier and a Keysight Technologies representative.
Contacting Keysight
Assistance with test and measurement needs, and information on finding a local Keysight office
are available on the Internet at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
You can also purchase accessories or find documentation items on the Internet at:
http://www.keysight.com/find
If you do not have access to the Internet, contact your field engineer.
In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Keysight
product by its model number and full se
rial number. With this information,
the Keysight representative can determine the warranty status of your unit.
This information is subject to change without notice.
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