Agilent Technologies 8719D User manual

User’s Guide
Agilent Technologies
8719D/20D/22D
Network Analyzers
Manufacturing Part Number: 08720-90288
Printed in USA
Print Date: April 2012
Supersedes: February 1999
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User’s Guide
HP 8719D/2OD/22D Network Analyzer
HP Part No. 08720-90288 Supersedes: October 1998
Printed in USA February 1999

Notice.
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@ Copyright 1996-1999 Hewlett-Packard Company

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 extent allowed by the Institute’s calibration facility, and to the calibration
facilities of other International Standards Organization members.
Warranty
Note
The actual warranty on your instrument depends on the date it was ordered
as well as whether or not any warranty options were purchased at that time.
lb determine the exact warranty on your instrument, contact the nearest
Hewlett-Packard sales or service office with the model and serial number of
your instrument. See the table titled “Hewlett-Packard
Sales and Service
Offices,” later in this section, for a list of sales and service offices.
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workmanship for the warranty period. During the warranty period, Hewlett-Packard Company
will, at its option, either repair or replace products which prove to be defective.
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Maintenance
Clean the cabinet using a damp cloth only.
Assistance
Product maintenance agreements
and other customer assisturn agrm
are available for
Hewlett-Rzckurd products.
I;br any assistum contact gour nearest Hewlett-&.&m-d Sales and semrice Om
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Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service OfEces
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Safety Symbols
The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual. FamiIiarize yourself with each
of the symbols and its meaning before operating this instrument.
Caution
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.
Warning
Wkning 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.
Instrument Markings
A
!
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.
YE” The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community. (If accompanied by
a year, it is when the design was proven.)
“ISMl-A” This is a symbol of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product.
“CSA” The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association.
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General Safety Considerations
Warning
This is a safety Class I product (provided with a protective earthing
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.
Warning
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualilled
personnel. To prevent electrical shock, do not remove covers.
Caution
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.
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
The power cord is connected to internal capacitors that may remain live
for 10 seconds after disconnecting the plug from its power supply.
Warning
For continued protection against fire hazard, replace line fuse only with
same type and rating (F 3A/250V). The use of other fuses or material is
prohibited.
Warning
If this instrument is used in a manner not specilled by Hewlett-I%&a.rd
Co., the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
Note
This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC
Publication 348, 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.
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User’s Guide Overview
n Chapter 1, “HP 8719D/20D/22D Description and Options,” describes features, functions, and
available options
n Chapter 2, “Making Measurements,” contains step-by-step procedures for making
measurements or using particular functions.
n Chapter 3, “Making Mixer Measurements,”
contains step-by-step procedures for making
calibrated and error-corrected mixer measurements.
n Chapter 4, “Printing, Plotting, and Saving Measurement Results, n contains instructions
for saving to disk or the analyzer internal memory, and printing and plotting displayed
measurements.
n Chapter 5, “Optimizing Measurement Results,” describes techniques and functions for
achieving the best measurement results.
n Chapter 6, “Application and Operation Concepts, n contains explanatory-style information
about many applications and analyzer operation.
n Chapter 7, “Specifications and Measurement Uncertainties,” defines the performance
capabilities of the analyzer.
n Chapter 8, “Menu Maps,m shows softkey menu relationships.
n Chapter 9, “Key Definitions,” describes all the front panel keys, softkeys, and their
corresponding HP-IB commands.
n Chapter 10, “Error Messages,” provides information for interpreting error messages.
n Chapter 11, “Compatible Peripherals, n lists measurement and system accessories, and
other applicable equipment compatible with the analyzer. Procedures for configuring the
peripherals, and an HP-IB progr
amming
overview are also included.
n Chapter 12, “Preset State and Memory Allocation, n contains a discussion of memory
allocation, memory storage, instrument state definitions, and preset conditions.
n Appendix A, “The CITIiile Data Format and Key Word Reference, n contains information on
the CITItile data format as well as a list of CITIille keywords.
. . .
VIII

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 Progmmmer’s
Guide provides
programming information including an HP-IB
programming and command reference as well
as programming examples.
The Service Guide provides the information
needed to adjust, troubleshoot, repair, and
verify conformance to published
specifications. Available with Option OBW.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
accordq to ISWIEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
hanufacturer’s Name:
Hewlett-Packard Co.
Manufacturer’s Address:
Microwave Instruments Division
1400 Fountaingrove Parkway
Santa Rosa, CA 95403- 1799
USA
declares that the product
Product Name:
Model Number:
Product Options:
Network Analyzer
HP 87190, HP 87200, HP 87220
This declaration covers all options of the
above products.
conforms to the following Product specifications:
Safety: IEC lOlO-1:199O+Al /EN 61010-1:1993
CANKSA-C22.2 No. 10 10.1-92
EMC: CISPR 11:199O/EN 55011:1991 Group 1, Class A
IECEOl-2:1984/EN 50082-1:1992 4 kVCD, 8 kVAD
/EC EOl-3:1984/EN 50082-1:1992 3 V/m, 27-500 MHz
/EC 801-4:1988IEN 50082-1:1992 0.5 kV Sig. Lines, 1 kV Power Lines
/EC 555-2: 1982 +A 1: 1985 / EN 60555-2: 1987
IEC 555-3:1982 + A1:1990/ EN 60555-3:1987 + Al:1991
Supplementary Information:
These products herewith comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive
7U2ZYEEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and carry the CE-marking accordingly.
Santa Rosa, California, USA 4 June 1996 Dixon Browder/Quality Manager
Eumpean Contact: Your knxl Hewlett-Packard Sates and Service office or Hewfett-Packard GmL#l, Department
HO-TRE, Hermnberger Stmse 130, D-71034 B6b@ten, Gennany (FAX AS-7031-14-3143)

Contents
1. EP 8719D/20D/22D 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 007, Mechanical Transfer Switch
...................
Option 085, High Power System
.......................
Option 089, Frequency Offset Mode
.....................
Option 012, Direct Access Receiver Configuration
..............
Option 400, Four-Sampler Test Set
.....................
Option 010, Time Domain
.........................
Option lCM, Rack Mount Flange Kit Without Handles
............
Option lCP, Rack Mount Flange Kit With Handles
..............
Service and Support Options
.........................
2.
BMcing Measurements
Where to Look for More Information.....................
Principles of Microwave Connector Care
...................
Basic Measurement Sequence and Example
..................
Basic Measurement Sequence
........................
Basic Measurement Example
........................
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. .................
Using the Display Functions
.........................
To View Both Primary Measurement Channels ................
To Save a Data Trace to the Display Memory ................
‘Ib View the Measurement Data and Memory Trace .............
To Divide Measurement Data by the Memory Trace
.............
To Subtract the Memory Trace from the Measurement Data Trace .......
‘IbRatioMeasurementsinChannel1and2
.................
To Title the Active Channel Display.....................
Using the Four-Parameter Display
.......................
Four-Parameter Display and Calibration...................
‘lb View AII Four S-Parameters of a Two-Port Device
.............
TbActivateandConfiguretheAuxiIiaryChannels
.............
Quick Four-Parameter Display
........................
Characterizing a Duplexer
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Required Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-13
Procedure for Characterizing a Duplexer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-13
Using Analyzer Display Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-16
lb Use Continuous and Discrete Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-16
To Activate Display Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-17
‘lb Move Marker Information off of the Grids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-18
lb Use Delta (A) Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-20
To Activate a Fixed Marker ,. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-20
Using the .:~~~~~~~~~~.~.. Key to Acmte a fied Reference M=ker
. .
2-21
‘I’ :,
Using the :~$Il@J ,:,,, XJXJ Key to Activate a Fixed Reference Marker
. . . . . .
2-22
lb Couple and Uncouple Display Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-23
lb Use Polar Format Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-23
To Use Smith Chart Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-24
‘Ib Set Measurement Parameters Using Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-25
Setting the Start Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-25
Setting the Stop Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-26
Setting the Center Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-26
Setting the Frequency Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-27
Setting the Display Reference Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-28
Setting the Electrical Delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-29
Setting the CW Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-29
To Search for a Specific Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-30
Searching for the Maximum Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-30
Searching for the Minimum Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-30
Searching for a ‘Ihrget Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-30
Searching for a Bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-31
Tracking the Amplitude that You Are Searching . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-32
‘lb Calculate the Statistics of the Measurement Data . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-33
Measuring Magnitude and Insertion Phase Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-34
Measuring the Magnitude Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-34
Measuring Insertion Phase Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-35
Measuring Electrical Length and Phase Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-37
Measuring Electrical Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-37
Measuring Phase Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-39
Deviation From Linear Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-40
Group Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-40
TestingaDevicewithLimitLines.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : : 2-43
Setting Up the Measurement Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-43
Creating Flat Limit Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-44
Creating a Sloping Limit Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-46
Creating Single Point Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-48
Editing Limit Segments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-49
Deleting Limit Segments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-49
RunningaLimitTest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-50
Reviewing the Limit Line Segments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-50
ActivatingtheLimitTbt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-50
Offsetting Limit Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-51
Measuring Gain Compression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-52
Measuring Gain and Reverse Isolation Simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-56
High Power Measurements (Option 085 Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-58
Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-58
Determining Power Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-59
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Measurements Using the Tuned Receiver Mode
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Typical test setup .............................
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Tuned receiver mode in-depth description
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Frequency Range ............................
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Compatible Sweep Types
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External Source Requirements
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Test Sequencing
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Creating a Sequence
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Running a Sequence
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Stopping a Sequence
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Editing a Sequence
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Deleting Commands
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Inserting a Command
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Modifying a Command
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Clearing a Sequence from Memory
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2-69
Changing the Sequence Title
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Naming Files Generated by a Sequence
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Storing a Sequence on a Disk
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Loading a Sequence from Disk
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Purging a Sequence from Disk
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Printing a Sequence ............................
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Cascading Multiple Example Sequences
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2-73
Loop Counter Example Sequence
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2-74
Generating Files in a Loop Counter Example Sequence
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2-75
Limit Test Example Sequence
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Measuring a Device in the Time Domain (Option 010 Only)
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Transmission Response in Time Domain
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Reflection Response in Time Domain
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Non-coaxial Measurements
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3. Making Mixer Measurements (Option 089 Only)
Where to Look for More Information
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Measurement Considerations
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Mmumzmg Source and Load Mismatches
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Reducing the Effect of Spurious Responses
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Eliminating Unwanted Mixing and Leakage Signals. .............
HowRFandIFAreDeflned
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Frequency Offset Mode Operation
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Differences Between Internal and External R-Channel Inputs
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Power Meter Calibration
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Conversion Loss Using the Frequency Offset Mode
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High Dynamic Range Swept RF/IF Conversion Loss
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Fixed IF Mixer Measurements
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Tuned Receiver Mode
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Sequence 1 Setup
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Sequence 2 Setup
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Phase or Group Delay Measurements
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Amplitude and Phase Tracking ........................
Conversion Compression Using the Frequency Offset Mode
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Isolation Example Measurements
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LO to RF Isolation
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RF Feedthrough
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4. Printing, Plotting, and Saving Measurement Results
Where to Look for More Information
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Printing or Plotting Your Measurement Results
.................
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Configuring a Print Function
.........................
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DellningaPrintFunction
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If You Are Using a Color Printer
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To Reset the Printing Parameters to Default Values...
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Printing One Measurement Per Page
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Printing Multiple Measurements Per Page
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Configuring a Plot Function .........................
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If You Are Plotting to an HPGL/2 Compatible Printer .............
4-8
If You Are Plotting to a Pen Plotter
.....................
4-10
IfYouArePlottingtoaDiskDrive
..................... 4-11
Detlning a Plot Function ...........................
4-12
To Reset the Plotting Parameters to Default Values ..............
4-16
Plotting One Measurement Per Page Using a Pen Plotter
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4-16
Plotting Multiple Measurements Per Page Using a Pen Plotter
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4-17
If You Are Plotting to an HPGL Compatible Printer
.............
4-18
Plotting a Measurement to Disk
........................
4-19
‘IbOutputthePlotFiles
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4-19
TlbViewPlotFilesonaPC
..........................
4-20
usingAmiPro ...............................
4-21
Using Freelance
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4-22
Outputting Plot Files from a PC to a Plotter ..................
4-22
Outputting Plot Files from a PC to an HPGL Compatible Printer
........
4-23
Step 1. Store the HPGL initialization sequence.
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4-23
Step 2. Store the exit HPGL mode and form feed sequence. ........
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Step 3. Send the HPGL initialization sequence to the printer. ........ :
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Step 4. Send the plot 6Ie to the printer. ...................
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Step 5. Send the exit HPGL mode and form feed sequence to the printer....
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OutputtingSiiePagePlotsUsingaPrinter.
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4-24
Outputting Multiple Plots to a Siie Page Using a Printer ...........
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Plotting Multiple Measurements Per Page from Disk
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lbPlotMultipleMeasurementsonaFuIIPage
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lb Plot Measurements in Page Quadrants
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Titling the Displayed Measurement
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Con6guringtheAnalyzertoProduceaThneStamp
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4-30
AbortingaPrintorPlotProcess
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4-30
Printing or Plotting the List Values or Operating Parameters ..........
4-30
IfYouWantaSiiePageofValues
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4-30
IfYouWanttheEntireListofValues
....................
4-31
Solving Problems with Printing or Plotting
..................
4-32
Saving and Recalling Instrument States
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4-33
Places Where You Can Save
........................
4-33
What You Can Save to the Analyzer’s Internal Memory
............
4-33
WhatYouCanSavetoaFloppyDisk
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4-33
What You Can Save to a Computer
..................... 4-34
Saving an Instrument State ..........................
4-35
Saving Measurement Results
.........................
4-36
ASCII Data Formats
............................
4-39
CITIfile .................................
4-39
S2P Data Format. ............................
4-39
Re-Saving an Instrument State
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4-41
Deleting a File
................................
4-41
‘Ib Delete an Instrument State File
.....................
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‘IbDeleteallFiles
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RenamingaFile
...............................
RecaIlingaFile ...............................
Formatting a Disk
..............................
Solving Problems with Saving or Recalling Files
................
IfYouAreUsinganExtemalDiskDrive.
..................
5. Optimizing Measurement Results
Where to Look for More Information
.....................
Increasing Measurement Accuracy
......................
Connector Repeatability
..........................
Interconnecting Cables
...........................
Temperature Drift .............................
Frequency Drift ..............................
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
...........................
Choosing Calibration Load Standards
...................
Compensating for the Electrical Delay of Calibration Standards
.......
Chi.rifying Type-N Connector Sex
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When to Use Interpolated Error-Correction
.................
Procedures for Error-Correcting Your Measurements
..............
Frequency Response Error-Corrections
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Response Error-Correction for Reflection Measurements
...........
Response Error-Correction for Transmission Measurements
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Receiver Calibration
............................
Frequency Response and Isolation Error-Corrections
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Response and Isolation Error-Correction for Reflection Measurements
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Response and Isolation Error-Correction for Transmission Measurements
...
One-Port Reflection Error-Correction
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Full Two-Port Error-Correction
........................
TRL and TRM Error-Correction
........................
TRL Error-Correction
...........................
TRM Error-Correction
...........................
Modifying Calibration Kit Standards.
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Definitions
................................
Outline of Standard Modification
......................
Modifying Standards
............................
Modifying TRL Standards.
.........................
Modifying TRM Standards
.........................
Power Meter Measurement Calibration
....................
Entering the Power Sensor Calibration Data
.................
Editing Frequency Segments
.......................
Deleting Frequency Segments
......................
Compensating for Directional Coupler Response
...............
Using Sample-and-Sweep Correction Mode
..................
Using Continuous Correction Mode
.....................
‘RI Calibrate the Analyzer Receiver to Measure Absolute Power
.......
Calibrating for Noninsertable Devices
.....................
Adapter Removal
.............................
Perform the 2-port Error Corrections ...................
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Remove the Adapter
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Verify the Results
............................
Example Program
............................
Matched Adapters
.............................
Modify the Cal Kit Thru Definition
.....................
Maintaining Test Port Output Power During Sweep Retrace
...........
Making Accurate Measurements of Electrically Long Devices
..........
The Cause of Measurement Problems
....................
To Improve Measurement Results ......................
Decreasing the Sweep Rate
........................
Decreasing the Time Delay
........................
Using Stepped Sweep Mode
.......................
Increasing Sweep Speed
...........................
lb Decrease the Frequency Span ......................
‘IbSettheAutoSweepTimeMode
.....................
‘Lb Widen the System Bandwidth ......................
‘Lb Reduce the Averaging Factor ......................
‘lb Reduce the Number of Measurement Points ................
TbSettheSweepType
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To View a Single Measurement Channel
..........................
: : : : : : : :
lb Activate Chop Sweep Mode
.......................
To Use External Calibration ........................
‘lb Use Fast Z-Port Calibration
.......................
Increasing Dynamic Range
..........................
‘lb Increase the Test Port Input Power ....................
‘lb Reduce the Receiver Noise Floor
.....................
Changing System Bandwidth
.......................
Changing Measurement Averaging
....................
Reducing Trace Noise
............................
To Activate Averaging
...........................
To Change System Bandwidth .......................
Reducing Receiver CrosstaIk
.........................
Reducing Recall Time
............................
6. Application and Operation Concepts
Where to Look for More Information
.....................
System Operation
..............................
The Built-In Synthesized Source
......................
The Source Step Attenuator.......................
TheBuilt-InTestSet
............................
The Receiver Block
............................
The Microprocessor
............................
Required Peripheral Equipment
.......................
Data Processing
...............................
Processing Details
.............................
TheADC
................................
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 Only)
.........................
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