Agilent Technologies E8363A Installation and operation manual

Agilent Part Number: E8364-90012
Printed in USA January 2005
Supersedes print date: April 2004
© Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2002, 2004, 2005
Installation Note
Configurable Test Set Upgrade Kit
For E8363A and E8364A PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers
Network Analyzer
Model Number
Upgrade Kit
Part Number
E8363A, E8364A E8364-60101

2Installation Note E8364-90012
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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
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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.

Installation Note E8364-90012 3
Getting Assistance from Agilent
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4Installation Note E8364-90012
About Installing the Upgrade Kit
Description of Option 014
An Option 014 analyzer can be configured to measure high-power devices and devices for high
dynamic range.
For a high-power measurement, external amplifiers and high power attenuators or isolators
can be added to complete the test setup. In this configuration, test port output power up to
1 Watt (+30 dBm) can be applied to the device under test (DUT). Additionally, there is an
external reference input that allows the external amplifier’s frequency response and drift to
be ratioed out.
For high dynamic range measurements, front panel jumpers are moved to reverse the signal
path through one of the couplers. This allows for a 15 dB improvement in transmitted signal
sensitivity in one direction only. These jumpers are installed on both ports allowing the user
to choose a high dynamic range measurement in either the forward or reverse direction.
Products affected. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E8363A and E8364A; all options
Installation to be performed by . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agilent service center or personnel
qualified by Agilent
Estimated installation time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 hours
Estimated adjustment time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 hours
Estimated full instrument calibration time . . . . 4.5 hours

Installation Note E8364-90012 5
Items Included in the Upgrade Kit
Table 1 lists the parts included in this upgrade kit, Agilent part number E8364-60101. Check
the contents of your kit against this list. If any item is missing or damaged, contact Agilent
Technologies. Refer to “Getting Assistance from Agilent” on page 3.
Table 1 Contents of Option 014 Upgrade Kit (E8364-60101)
Ref Desig. Description Qty Part Number
The following parts are required for all analyzers
Installation note (this document) 1 E8364-90012
Cable clamp 1 1400-1439
W60 Front-panel jumper 6 E8364-20059
W65 RF cable, A23 detector to REFERENCE 1 SOURCE OUT 1 E8364-20047
W66 RF cable, A24 detector to REFERENCE 2 SOURCE OUT 1 E8364-20048
W67 RF cable, A25 test port 1 coupler to PORT 1 CPLR ARM 1 E8364-20043
W68 RF cable, A26 test port 2 coupler to PORT 2 CPLR ARM 1 E8364-20044
W69 RF cable, PORT 1 RCVR A IN to A27 channel A mixer 1 E8364-20045
W72 RF cable, PORT 2 RCVR B IN to A30 channel B mixer 1 E8364-20046
The following parts are required for only analyzers without Option UNL installed
Lower front panel overlay (Option 014) 1 E8364-80004
W61 RF cable, A22 switch splitter to PORT 1 SOURCE OUT 1 E8364-20081
W62 RF cable, A22 switch splitter to PORT 2 SOURCE OUT 1 E8364-20082
W63 RF cable, PORT 1 CPLR THRU to A25 test port 1 coupler 1 E8364-20073
W64 RF cable, PORT 2 CPLR THRU to A26 test port 2 coupler 1 E8364-20074
W70 RF cable, REFERENCE 1 RCVR R1 IN to A28 channel R1
mixer 1 E8364-20075
W71 RF cable, REFERENCE 2 RCVR R2 IN to A29 channel R2
mixer 1 E8364-20076
The following parts are required for only analyzers with Option UNL installed
Lower front panel overlay (Option UNL/014) 1 E8364-80011
W70 RF cable, REFERENCE 1 RCVR R1 IN to A28 channel R1
mixer 1 E8364-20049
W71 RF cable, REFERENCE 2 RCVR R2 IN to A29 channel R2
mixer 1 E8364-20050
W81 RF cable, A36 step attenuator to PORT 1 SOURCE OUT 1 E8364-20053
W82 RF cable, A37 step attenuator to PORT 2 SOURCE OUT 1 E8364-20054
W83 RF cable, PORT 1 CPLR THRU to A38 bias tee 1 E8364-20039
W84 RF cable, PORT 2 CPLR THRU to A39 bias tee 1 E8364-20040

6Installation Note E8364-90012
Installation Procedure for the Upgrade Kit
The network analyzer must be in proper working condition prior to installing this option. Any
necessary repairs must be made before proceeding with this installation.
WARNING This installation requires the removal of the analyzer’s protective outer
covers. The analyzer must be powered down and disconnected from the
mains supply before performing this procedure.
Electrostatic Discharge Protection
Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while removing or connecting
cables or assemblies within 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 wear a grounded wrist strap having a 1 MΩresistor in series with it when handling
components and assemblies.
•always use a grounded, conductive table mat while working on the instrument.
•always wear a heel strap when working in an area with a conductive floor. If you are
uncertain about the conductivity of your floor, wear a heel strap.
Figure 1 shows a typical ESD protection setup using a grounded mat and wrist strap. Refer to
“Tools and Equipment Required for the Installation” on page 7 for part numbers.
Figure 1 ESD Protection Setup

Installation Note E8364-90012 7
Overview of the Installation Procedure
Step 1. Remove the Outer Cover
Step 2. Remove the Front Panel Assembly
Step 3. Raise the Receiver Deck
Step 4. Remove the Existing Cables
Step 5. Install the Option 014 Cables
Step 6. Lower and Fasten the Receiver Deck
Step 7. Replace the Lower Front Panel Overlay
Step 8. Reinstall the Front Panel Assembly and Install the Front Panel Jumpers
Step 9. Reinstall the Outer Cover
Step 10. Enable Option 014
Step 11. Perform Post-Upgrade Adjustments and Calibration
Tools and Equipment Required for the Installation
CAUTION Use a 5/16-in torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs on all cable connections except the
front-panel connectors to which the front-panel jumpers attach. Use a 5/16-in
torque wrench set to 21 in-lbs for these connections.
Equipment Required for Post-Upgrade Adjustments
Description Qty Part Number
T-10 TORX driver (set to 9 in-lbs) 1 N/A
T-20 TORX driver (set to 21 in-lbs) 1 N/A
5/16 in torque wrench (set to 10 in-lbs) 1 N/A
5/16 in torque wrench (set to 21 in-lbs) 1 N/A
ESD grounding wrist strap 1 9300-1367
5 ft grounding cord for wrist strap 1 9300-0980
2 x 4 ft conductive table mat and 15 ft grounding wire 1 9300-0797
ESD heel strap (for use with conductive floors) 1 9300-1308
Equipment Type Model or
Part Number
Alternate Model or
Part Number
Power meter E4418B/E4419B E4418A/E4419A
Power sensor, 2.4 mm 8487A None
Adapter, 2.4 mm (f) to 2.4 mm (f) 11900B 85056-60007
RF cable, 2.4 mm (f) to 2.4 mm (f) 85133C 85133E

8Installation Note E8364-90012
Step 1. Remove the Outer Cover
CAUTION This procedure is best performed with the analyzer resting on its front handles
in the vertical position. Do not place the analyzer on its front panel without the
handles. This will damage the front panel assemblies.
Refer to Figure 2 for this procedure.
1. Disconnect the power cord (if it has not already been disconnected).
2. With a T-20 TORX driver, remove the strap handles (item ①) by loosening the screws
(item ②) on both ends until the handle is free of the analyzer.
3. With a T-20 TORX driver, remove the four rear panel feet (item ③) by removing the center
screws (item ④).
4. Slide the four bottom feet (item ⑤) off the cover.
5. Slide the cover off of the frame.
Figure 2 Outer Cover Removal

Installation Note E8364-90012 9
Step 2. Remove the Front Panel Assembly
Refer to Figure 3 for this procedure.
1. With a T-10 TORX driver, remove the eight screws (item ①) from the sides of the frame.
CAUTION Before removing the front panel from the analyzer, lift and support the front of
the analyzer chassis.
2. Slide the front panel over the test port connectors.
3. Disconnect the front panel interface ribbon cable (item ②). The front panel is now free
from the analyzer.
Figure 3 Front Panel Assembly Removal

10 Installation Note E8364-90012
Step 3. Raise the Receiver Deck
Refer to Figure 4 for this procedure.
1. Place the analyzer bottom-side up on a flat surface.
2. With a T-10 TORX driver, remove the four screws (item ①), securing the receiver deck.
3. Pull the latch pin (item ②) towards the center of the analyzer to release the receiver deck.
Be sure to pull only (item ②). The other two latch pins are the pivot pins for the receiver
deck. Pulling them will result in complete removal of the deck from the analyzer.
4. Lift the receiver deck to partially raise it, then release the latch pin (item ②). Lift the
receiver deck to its fully raised position and ensure that the latch pin latches in the raised
position.
Figure 4 Receiver Deck, Raising