Agilent Technologies E444 AU Series User manual

Agilent Technologies
E444xAU Option H7L
Installation Guide

Agilent Technologies
E444xAU Option H7L
Installation Guide
Use this manual with the following PSA Modules
E4440A/E4443A/E4445A/E4446A/E4448A
Manufacturing Part Number: E4440-90574
Printed in USA
December 2004
© Copyright 2004 Agilent Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Safety Notes
The following safety notes are used throughout this document. Familiarize yourself with
each of these notes and its meaning before performing any of the procedures in this
document.
WARNING Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure
which, if not 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.
CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not
correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or
destruction of the instrument. Do not proceed beyond a caution sign
until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Definitions
• Specifications describe the performance of parameters covered by the product warranty
(temperature – 0 to 55 °C, unless otherwise noted.)
•Typical describes additional product performance information that is not covered by the
product warranty. It is performance beyond specification that 80% of the units exhibit
with a 95% confidence level over the temperature range 20 to 30 °C. Typical
performance does not include measurement uncertainty.
•Nominal values indicate expected performance, or describe product performance that is
useful in the application of the product, but is not covered by the product warranty.

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Contents
Installation Guide Contents-1
Chapter 1
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Verifying the Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Removal of Assemblies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Electrostatic Discharge Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety and Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Before Applying Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shipping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Instrument Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Contacting Agilent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Installation Guide 1
Chapter 1

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Chapter 1
Description
Description
The E444xAU Option H7L is a retrofit kit installing an Amplitude Video Output of the RF
Input signal. The video is a logarithmic conversion of the RF signal amplitude to a linear
voltage. (The output is wideband and unfiltered signal supplied to the rear panel using a
BNC connector). The Log linearity is typically ± 1.2 dB with a maximum limit of ± 1.5 dB.
The maximum output voltage is 2.7 Volts. The Video Load is 100 Ω(± 10%).
Verifying the Contents
Verify the items received in Table 1 to insure that you have a complete shipment. If there
are any signs of damage that may have occurred during shipment, or any accessories
appear to be damaged or missing, call your nearest Agilent Technologies sales or service
office. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 11 for the nearest office.
Removal of Assemblies
Follow the steps as outlined in the Agilent PSA Spectrum Analyzer Service Guide
1. Instrument Outer Case
2. Chassis Cover
3. Rear Panel Assembly
Table 1 Content List
Description Agilent
Part Number Quantity
Lock Washer 2190-0102 1
Hex Nut 2950-0035 1
Option Upgrade Entitlement Certificate 5964-5141 1
Rear Panel Option H7L Label 7121-8080 1
Cable Assembly, SMA (m) to SMA (m) 8120-5066 1
Cable Assembly, BNC (f) to SMA (m) 8120-8787 1
Cable Assembly, SMA (m) to SMA (f) 70340-60013 1
Rear Plate E4440-00059 1
Log Video PC board E4440-60416 1
E444xA Option H7L User’s Guide E4440-90551 1
E444xAU Option H7L Installation Guide E4440-90574 1

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Electrostatic Discharge Protection
Electrostatic Discharge Protection
Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while removing assemblies
from or connecting cables to the network analyzer. Static electricity can build up on your
body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged. Static
discharges too small to be felt can cause permanent damage. To prevent damage to the
instrument:
•always have a grounded, conductive table mat in front of your test equipment.
•always wear a grounded wrist strap, connected to a grounded conductive table mat,
having a 1 MΩresistor in series with it, when handling components and assemblies or
when making connections.
•always wear heel straps when working in an area with a conductive floor. If you are
uncertain about the conductivity of your floor, wear heel straps.
•always ground yourself before you clean, inspect, or make a connection to a
static-sensitive device or test port. You can, for example, grasp the grounded outer shell
of the test port or cable connector briefly.
•always ground the center conductor of a test cable before making a connection to the
analyzer test port or other static-sensitive device. This can be done as follows:
1. Connect a short (from your calibration kit) to one end of the cable to short the center
conductor to the outer conductor.
2. While wearing a grounded wrist strap, grasp the outer shell of the cable connector.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the test port and remove the short from the
cable.
Figure 1 shows a typical ESD protection setup using a grounded mat and wrist strap.
Figure 1 ESD Protection Setup

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CAUTION Use ESD precautions when performing these installation procedures.
NOTE If the instrument contains Options H70, H7L, or HNQ, a jumper is added to
the rear Plate for connecting the 321.4 MHz IF OUT to the desired input (for
the above mentioned options). While these three options can reside in the
same instrument, they cannot function simultaneously, as they require the
instrument’s 321.4 MHz IF OUT. For this reason, a rear plate jumper is added
to allow the user to have all three options in one instrument.
Installation
1. Remove the rear plate. Carefully, pull the rear plate away from the instrument so as not
to damage any of the cables. Retain the hardware for use in Step 8.
2. If the rear plate (E4440-00059) supplied with this kit is the same as that on the
instrument, proceed to Step 5.
3. Disconnect the cables from the old rear plate (E4440-00052), noting the orientation of
the cable connections.
4. Using the new rear plate (E4440-00059), install each cable into its proper location.
Torque the BNC connectors to 21 in-lb and the SMA connectors to 10 in-lb.
5. Insert the BNC to SMA cable (8120-8787) and the SMA to SMA (m-f) cable
(70340-60013) into the rear plate. The BNC connector is inserted in the “LOG VID
OUT” hole and the SMA connector is inserted in the “H7L IN”. Refer to Figure 2 for
location.
Figure 2 Installing Cables to the Rear Plate
(8120-8787) BNC
(70340-60013) SMA
“LOG VID OUT”
“H7L IN”
Rear Plate
(E4440-00059)

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6. Add the washer (2190-0102) and nut (2950-0035) to the BNC connector. Torque the
BNC connector to 21 in-lb. See left picture in Figure 3.
7. The SMA connector includes the nut and washer. Torque the SMA connector to 10 in-lb.
See right picture in Figure 3.
Figure 3 Log Video Out and H7L Input Connectors
8. Route the cables through the rear web frame and connect the rear plate. Torque the
thirteen rear plate screws, that were removed in Step 1, to 9 in-lb.
9. Connect the two cables from the rear plate to the Video Amplifier (0955-1550) on the
Log Video Board (E4440-60416). Connect the gray cable (8120-8787) to J2 “Video Out”
and the white/purple cable (70340-60013) to J1 “RF In” on the Video Amplifier.
Torque to 10 in-lb. Refer to Figure 4.
Figure 4 Connecting the Cables to the Amplifier
Washer
Nut
Washer
Nut
J2 “Video Out”
J1 “RF In”

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10. Insert the PC board into an available option slot in the PSA.
Refer to Figure 5.
Figure 5 PC Board in Option Slot
11. Install the jumper (8120-5066) to the rear plate from the 321.4 MHz IF OUT connector
to the H7L IN connector. Refer to Figure 6.
Figure 6 Rear Plate Jumper
12. Place the Option H7L Label (7121-8080) in the serial tag option field on the rear panel.
13. Install the chassis and instrument cover as per the standard assembly procedures.
14. Install licence key(s) to enable Option H7L. Refer to the Option Upgrade Entitlement
Certificate for installation procedure.
Jumper
H7L IN

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Safety and Regulatory Information
This concludes the installation of the E4440xAU Option H7L into the PNA instrument.
Refer to the E4440A Option H7L User’s and Service Guide for the performance verification
procedure.
Safety and Regulatory Information
Introduction
Review this product and related documentation to familiarize yourself with safety
markings and instructions before you operate the instrument. This product has been
designed and tested in accordance with international standards.
Before Applying Power
Verify that the product is configured to match the available main power source. If this
product is to be powered by autotransformer, make sure the common terminal is connected
to the neutral (grounded) side of the ac power supply.
Shipping Instructions
You must always call the Agilent Technologies Instrument Support Center to initiate
service before retuning your instrument to a service office. See “Contacting Agilent” on
page 11. Always transport or ship the instrument using the original packaging if possible.
If not, comparable packaging must be used. Attach a complete description of the failure
symptoms.

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Warnings
WARNING The WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a
procedure, practice, or the like, which if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do not proceed beyond a
WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood
and met.
Warnings applicable to this instrument are:
WARNING If this instrument is not used as specified, the protection provided by
the equipment could be impaired. This instrument must be used in a
normal condition (in which all means for protection are intact) only.
WARNING For continued protection against fire hazard replace line fuse only
with same type and rating:
• United States—F 3A/250V, Part Number 2110-0780
• Europe—F 3.15A/250V, Part Number 2110-0655
The use of other fuses or material is prohibited.
WARNING This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective earthing
ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall be
inserted only into 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.
WARNING The power cord is connected to internal capacitors that may retain
dangerous electrical charges for 5 seconds after disconnecting the
plug from its power supply.
WARNING These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only.
To avoid electrical shock, do not perform any servicing unless you are
qualified to do so.
WARNING The opening of covers or removal of parts is likely to expose
dangerous voltages. Disconnect the instrument from all voltage
sources while it is being opened.
WARNING This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and
Pollution Degree 2 per IEC 1010 and 664 respectively.
WARNING No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel. To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers.

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WARNING If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by the
equipment could be impaired. This product must be used in a normal
condition (in which all means for protection are intact) only.
Cautions
CAUTION The CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an
operating procedure, practice, or the like, which if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of
important data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the
indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Cautions applicable to this instrument are:
CAUTION Always use the three-prong ac power cord supplied with this
instrument. Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding (by not using
this cord) can cause instrument damage.
CAUTION This instrument has autoranging line voltage input; be sure the supply
voltage is within the specified range.
CAUTION Ventilation Requirements: When installing the instrument in a
cabinet, the convection into and out of the instrument must not be
restricted. The ambient temperature (outside the cabinet) must be less
than the maximum operating temperature of the instrument by 4 °C for
every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power dissipated
in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts, forced convection must be
used.

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Instrument Markings
Safety
Earth
Ground
This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective earthing
terminal). An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be provided
from the main power source to the product input wiring terminals,
power cord, or supplied power cord set. Whenever it is likely that the
protection has been impaired, the product must be made inoperative
and secured against any unintended operation.
When you see this symbol on your instrument, you should
refer to the instrument’s instruction manual for important
information.
This symbol indicates hazardous voltages.
The laser radiation symbol is marked on products that have
a laser output.
This symbol indicates that the instrument requires
alternating current (ac) input.
The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European
Community. If it is accompanied by a year, it indicates the
year the design was proven.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian
Standards Association.
ISM1-A
This text indicates that the instrument is an Industrial
Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product (CISPR 11,
Clause 4).
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is ON.
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is OFF or
in STANDBY position.
This symbol indicates the product meets the Australian
Standards.
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