Agilent Technologies E4440A Quick start guide

Installation Note
Part Number E4440-90597 Supersedes: E4440-90569
Printed in USA June 2005
Agilent Technologies
E4440A Spectrum Analyzer
Option BAB, APC 3.5 Input Connector
Retrofit Kit

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Option BAB Hardware Retrofit Kit
Option BAB Hardware Retrofit Kit
Introduction
The Option BAB retrofit kit provides all the parts and instructions necessary to install
the APC 3.5 input connector into the Agilent E4440A spectrum analyzer. The Option
BAB is licensed for one instrument model number/serial number combination. The kit
will only function on the instrument it was ordered for.
NOTE 1. The installation of this kit requires that some re-adjustment and
performance testing be performed in order to assure the new option is
functioning properly. This installation note includes a list of required
adjustments and performance tests. Completing the list of required
performance tests does not guarantee the instrument meets all
specifications.
NOTE 2. The instrument end user must determine whether they need a full
instrument calibration following the installation of the kit. If full
calibration is required, arrangements regarding the level of calibration
must be made between the end user and the calibration provider.
Products Affected: PSA E4440A
Serial Numbers: US00000000/US99999999
MY00000000/MY99999999
To Be Performed By: (X) Agilent Service Center
(X) Personnel Qualified by Agilent
( ) Customer
Estimated Installation Time:
Estimated Adjustment and Verification Time for
Hardware Kit following Installation:
45 Minutes
3 Hours (see note 1)
Additional Recommended Task Agilent recommends that a full calibration be
performed toverifyinstrumentspecifications.
(see note 2)

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Option BAB Hardware Retrofit Kit
Contents
Tools Required
❏T-20 Torx driver
❏T-10 Torx driver
❏5/16-inch open end wrench
❏Calibration software. Latest software information and downloads available at
http://www.agilent.com/find/calibrationsoftware
❏Test equipment supported by the calibration software.
❏PSA Series Spectrum Analyzer and Service Guide. This manual is available as part of
the E4440AU, E4443AU, or E4445AU Option OBW kits.
❏Microsoft Windows based personnel computer
❏Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000
Quantity Description Agilent Part
Number
1 Option Upgrade Entitlement Certificate ---
1 Installation Note this note
2Screws, M3x0.5 8mm-LG
(Crest Washer-Pan Head-TORX) 0515-0372
1 APC 3.5 Input Connector Assembly
The input connector assembly is made up of:
W7, Input Cable semi-rigid
Input connector, APC 3.5
Bracket, APC 3.5
Nut, connector mounting
E4440-60335

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Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure
1. Perform the following procedures in order:
a. Remove the instrument outer case.
b. Remove the instrument top brace.
c. Drop the front frame.
d. Install the Option BAB retrofit kit.
e. Install the front frame, instrument top brace, and outer case.
f. Install the option designator key.
g. Perform the performance tests.
For assistance at any time during this procedure, get in touch with your nearest Agilent
Technologies Sales and Service Office. To find your local Agilent office access the
following URL:
http://www.agilent.com/find/assist
Remove the Outer Case
CAUTION If the instrument is placed on its face during any of the following
procedures, be sure to use a soft surface or soft cloth to avoid damage to
the front panel, keys, or input connector.
1. Disconnect the instrument from ac power.
2. Refer to Figure 1. Remove the two handles on the sides of the instrument as shown.
Use the T-20 driver to loosen the screws that attach each handle (1). Remove the
handles.
3. Remove the four bottom feet (2). Lift up on the tabs on the feet, and slide the feet in
the direction indicated by the arrows.
4. Remove the four screws (3) that hold the rear feet (4) in place.
5. Pull the instrument cover (5) off toward the rear of the instrument.

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Installation Procedure
Figure 1 Instrument Outer Case Removal

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Installation Procedure
Remove the Top Brace
1. Refer to Figure 2. Use the T-10 driver to remove the top screws (3) (one screw is
under the security label), and the side screws (2) attaching the top brace (1) to the
deck.
2. Remove the top brace from the deck.
Figure 2 Top Brace Removal

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Installation Procedure
Drop the Front Frame
1. Refer to Figure 3. Using the T-10 driver, remove the 7 screws (1) that attach the
front frame assembly (2) to the deck.
2. Pull the front frame off of the deck until it is disengaged from the disc drive.
3. At this point, the front frame can be placed flat on the bench for service while still
attached to the instrument.
Figure 3 Front Frame Removal

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Installation Procedure
Remove the RF Input Connector
1. Refer to Figure 4. Using a 5/16 inch wrench, disconnect the semi-rigid cable (1) from
the A14 attenuator.
2. Using the T-10 driver, remove the 2 screws (2) that secure the input connector
bracket to the deck.
3. Remove the connector and bracket from the instrument.
Figure 4 Remove Connector and Cable

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Installation Procedure
Install the Option BAB RF Input Connector
1. Remove the APC 3.5 input connector assembly from the kit.
2. Loosen, but don’t remove the semi-rigid cable that is attached to the input connector
assembly.
3. Install the connector assembly into the instrument. Attach the semi-rigid cable to the
A14 attenuator, but don’t tighten
4. Using the T-10 driver, install the 2 screws from the kit that secure the input
connector bracket to the deck. Torque to 9 inch pounds.
5. Using a 5/16 inch wrench, tighten the semi-rigid cable at the attenuator and the
input connector. Torque to 10 inch pounds.
Replace the Front Frame
1. Position the front frame on the deck using the alignment bosses on the deck.
Remember to tuck the ribbon cable under the fans when pushing the frame onto the
deck. This will insure proper airflow to cool the instrument.
2. Using the T-10 driver, replace the 7 screws that secure the front frame to the deck.
Torque to 9 inch pounds.
Replace the Top Brace and Outer Case
1. Refer to Figure 2. Carefully position the top brace on the deck. The alignment pin at
the center of the web/fan assembly must mate with the alignment hole on the top
brace. Make sure that no coaxial cables will get pinched underneath the brace.
2. Use the T-10 driver to replace and tighten the top screws first; then replace the side
screws. Torque to 101 Ncm (9 in-lb).
3. Refer to Figure 1. Slide the instrument cover back onto the deck from the rear. The
seam on the cover should be on the bottom. Be sure the cover seats into the gasket
groove in the front frame.
4. Replace the four rear feet onto the rear of the instrument. Torque to 236 Ncm (21
in-lb).
5. Use the T-20 driver to replace the handles. Torque to 236 Ncm (21 in-lb).
6. Replace the four bottom feet by pressing them into the holes in the case and sliding
them in the opposite direction of the arrows until they click into place. Note that the
feet at the front have the tilt stands.
Turn the Instrument On
Plug in the instrument and apply power. Continue with the next procedure to install the
option designator and license keyword for this option.

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Installation Procedure
Obtaining a License Key and Activating the Option
The entitlement certificate supplied in this kit allows you to obtain a license key from
our Agilent website so you can enable this upgrade option. Once you have retrieved the
license key, you can begin the process of activating the option.
NOTE Option designator BAB and the license keyword must be entered into
instrument memory before the instrument will recognize the option.
1. On the instrument front panel press: System, More, until the Licensing softkey is
visible. Press Licensing and Option. This will activate the alpha editor menu. Use the
front panel alpha editor to enter the upper-case option designator BAB.
Press the Enter key.
Note that BAB now appears on the Option key.
2. Press License Key. The license key number is a hexadecimal number that will require
the entry of both letters and numbers. Use the alpha editor to enter the letters and
the front panel numeric keypad to enter the numbers. Your entry will appear in the
active function area of the display. If you make a typing error, use the backspace key
to correct the error. Check the license key number you entered. Press Enter, Activate
License.
3. Cycle instrument power and allow the instrument to perform the auto align routine.
Perform Adjustments and Performance Tests
Adjustments Required
None
Performance Testing Required
The performance tests listed below are the minimum set that will verify the hardware
retrofit just installed is functioning correctly. Performing only these tests does not
guarantee the instrument meets all specifications.
A full calibration is required to assure the instrument meets all specifications.
Adjustments and performance testing requires the use of the calibration software. The
latest software information and downloads are available at
http://www.agilent.com/find/calibrationsoftware

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Installation Procedure
Load the calibration software on your PC
Perform the following performance tests:
For assistance, contact the nearest Agilent Technologies Sales and Service Office. To find
your local Agilent office access the following URL:
http://www.agilent.com/find/assist
Performance Verification
1. Residual Responses
2. Displayed Average Noise Level
3. Absolute Amplitude Accuracy
4. Frequency Response (Opt B7J)
5. Frequency Response > 3 GHz
6. Frequency Response < 300 kHz
7. Frequency Response 300 kHz to 3 GHz
8. Frequency Response (Opt 123)