Agilent Technologies E8363BU-014 Installation and operation manual

Agilent Kit Number: E8364-60103
Agilent Part Number: E8364-90019
Printed in USA June 2008
Supersedes print date: December 2007
© Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2003, 2004, 2007, 2008
Installation Note
Configurable Test Set Upgrade Kit
To Add Option 014
Upgrade Kit Order Numbers: E8363BU-014, E8363CU-014,
E8364BU-014, and E8364CU-014
For E8364B/C PNA Series Microwave Network Analyzers

2Installation Note E8364-90019
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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.

Installation Note E8364-90019 3
Contacting Agilent
Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Agilent
office are available on the Web at:
www.agilent.com/find/assist
If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Agilent field engineer.
NOTE In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Agilent product by
its model number and full serial number. With this information, the Agilent
representative can determine whether your product is still within its warranty
period.
About Installing the Upgrade Kit
IMPORTANT Option 014 can only be installed on analyzers with the option
combinations listed below as “Products affected”. If your analyzer does not
have the proper options (as listed below), it will be necessary to install
those options BEFORE installing this option (Option 014).
Products affected. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E8363B/C and E8364B/C; without Option
UNL or 016
E8363B/C and E8364B/C; Option UNL
E8363B/C and E8364B/C; Options UNL
and 016
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

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Description of Option 014
An Option 014 analyzer can be configured to measure high-power devices and devices that
require 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 configured 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 can also be configured on both ports,
allowing the user to perform high dynamic range measurements in both the forward and
reverse directions.

Installation Note E8364-90019 5
Items Included in the Upgrade Kit
Check the contents of your kit against this list. If any item is missing or damaged, contact
Agilent Technologies. Refer to “Contacting Agilent” on page 3.
Table 1 Contents of Option 014 Upgrade Kit (E8364-60103)
Ref
Desig. Description Qty Part Number
These parts are for ALL analyzers
Installation note (this document) 1 E8364-90019
ROHS addendum 1 9320-6722
Cable clamp 2 1400-1439
W60 Front-panel jumper 6 E8364-20059
W65 RF cable, channel R1 detector to REFERENCE 1 SOURCE OUT 1 E8364-20047
W66 RF cable, channel R2 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
These parts are for analyzers WITHOUT Option UNL OR Option 016
Lower front panel overlay (Option 014) 1 E8364-80003
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
W69 RF cable, PORT 1 RCVR A IN to A27 channel A mixer 1 E8364-20045
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
W72 RF cable, PORT 2 RCVR B IN to A30 channel B mixer 1 E8364-20046
These parts are for analyzers WITH Option UNL but WITHOUT Option 016
Lower front panel overlay (Option UNL/014) 1 E8364-80011
W69 RF cable, PORT 1 RCVR A IN to A27 channel A mixer 1 E8364-20045
W70 RF cable, REFERENCE 1 RCVR R1 IN to A28 channel R1 mixer 1 E8364-20176
W71 RF cable, REFERENCE 2 RCVR R2 IN to A29 channel R2 mixer 1 E8364-20177
W72 RF cable, PORT 2 RCVR B IN to A30 channel B mixer 1 E8364-20046
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

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These parts are for analyzers WITH Option UNL AND Option 016
Lower front panel overlay (Option UNL/014/016) 1 E8364-80024
W49 PORT 1 RCVR A IN to A43 channel A step attenuator 1E8364-20129
W50 PORT 2 RCVR B IN to A44 channel B step attenuator 1E8364-20130
W70 REFERENCE 1 RCVR R1 IN to A28 channel R1 mixer 1E8364-20151
W71 REFERENCE 2 RCVR R2 IN to A29 channel R2 mixer 1E8364-20126
W81 A36 step attenuator to PORT 1 SOURCE OUT 1E8364-20053
W82 A37 step attenuator to PORT 2 SOURCE OUT 1E8364-20054
W83 PORT 1 CPLR THRU to A38 bias tee 1E8364-20039
W84 PORT 2 CPLR THRU to A39 bias tee 1E8364-20040
Table 1 Contents of Option 014 Upgrade Kit (E8364-60103)
Ref
Desig. Description Qty Part Number

Installation Note E8364-90019 7
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.
•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.
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 8 for part numbers.
Figure 1 ESD Protection Setup

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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 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-inch torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs on all cable connections except the
front-panel adapters to which the front-panel jumpers attach. Use a 5/16-inch
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-inch torque wrench (set to 10 in-lbs) 1 N/A
5/16-inch 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

Installation Note E8364-90019 9
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 {) by loosening the screws
(item |) 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 }) by removing the center
screws (item ~).
4. Slide the four bottom feet (item ) off the cover.
5. Slide the cover off of the frame.
Figure 2 Outer Cover Removal
NOTE The figure above shows the E8363/4B front panel and floppy disk drive.
The E8363/4C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not
include a floppy disk drive.

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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 {) 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 |). The front panel is now free
from the analyzer.
Figure 3 Front Panel Assembly Removal
NOTE The figure above shows the E8363/4B front panel and floppy disk drive.
The E8363/4C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not
include a floppy disk drive.

Installation Note E8364-90019 11
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 {), that secure the receiver deck.
3. Pull the latch pin (item |) towards the opposite side of the analyzer to release the receiver
deck. Be sure to pull only item |. 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 |). 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

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Step 4. Remove the Existing Cables
Analyzers WITHOUT Option UNL OR 016
Refer to Figure 5 for this procedure.
Remove these cables in the order listed:
• W7 E8364-20025 Channel R1 detector to A28 channel R1 mixer
• W8 E8364-20026 Channel R2 detector to A29 channel R2 mixer
• W9 E8364-20019 A25 test port 1 coupler to A27 channel A mixer
• W10 E8364-20020 A26 test port 2 coupler to A30 channel B mixer
• W5 E8364-20021 A22 switch splitter to A25 test port 1 coupler
• W6 E8364-20022 A22 switch splitter to A26 test port 2 coupler
Figure 5 Cable Removal, Analyzers without Option UNL or 016

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Analyzers WITH Option UNL but WITHOUT Option 016
Refer to Figure 6 for the following procedure.
Remove these cables in the order listed:
• W8 E8364-20175 Channel R2 detector to A29 channel R2 mixer
• W7 E8364-20174 Channel R1 detector to A28 channel R1 mixer
• W53 E8364-20077 A36 step attenuator to A38 bias tee
• W54 E8364-20077 A37 step attenuator to A39 bias tee
• W10 E8364-20020 A26 test port 2 coupler to A30 channel B mixer
• W9 E8364-20019 A25 test port 1 coupler to A27 channel A mixer
Figure 6 Cable Removal, Analyzers with Option UNL but without Option 016

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Analyzers WITH Options UNL AND 016
Refer to Figure 7 for the following procedure.
Remove these cables in the order listed:
• W8 E8364-20150 Channel R2 detector to A29 channel R2 mixer
• W7 E8364-20149 Channel R1 detector to A28 channel R1 mixer
• W53 E8364-20077 A36 step attenuator to A38 bias tee
• W54 E8364-20077 A37 step attenuator to A39 bias tee
• W46 E8364-20148 A26 test port 2 coupler to A44 step attenuator
• W45 E8364-20147 A25 test port 1 coupler to A43 step attenuator
Figure 7 Cable Removal, Analyzers with Options UNL and 016

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Step 5. Install the Option 014 Cables
Analyzers WITHOUT Option UNL OR 016
Refer to Figure 8 for the following procedure. The new parts referenced in this procedure are
listed in Table 1 on page 5.
Install these cables in the order listed. Use a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs.
• W70 E8364-20075 REFERENCE 1 RCVR R1 IN to A28 channel R1 mixer
• W71 E8364-20076 REFERENCE 2 RCVR R2 IN to A29 channel R2 mixer
• W68 E8364-20044 A26 test port 2 coupler to PORT 2 CPLR ARM
• W72 E8364-20046 PORT 2 RCVR B IN to A30 channel B mixer
• W62 E8364-20082 A22 switch splitter to PORT 2 SOURCE OUT
• W64 E8364-20074 PORT 2 CPLR THRU to A26 test port 2 coupler
• W66 E8364-20048 Channel R2 detector to REFERENCE 2 SOURCE OUT
• W67 E8364-20043 A25 test port 1 coupler to PORT 1 CPLR ARM
• W69 E8364-20045 PORT 1 RCVR A IN to A27 channel A mixer
• W61 E8364-20081 A22 switch splitter to PORT 1 SOURCE OUT
• W63 E8364-20073 PORT 1 CPLR THRU to A25 test port 1 coupler
• W65 E8364-20047 Channel R1 detector to REFERENCE 1 SOURCE OUT
Figure 8 Cable Installation, Analyzers without Option UNL or 016

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Analyzers WITH Option UNL but WITHOUT Option 016
Refer to Figure 9 for the following procedure. The new parts referenced in this procedure are
listed in Table 1 on page 5.
Install these cables in the order listed. Use a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs.
• W71 E8364-20177 REFERENCE 2 RCVR R2 IN to A29 channel R2 mixer
• W70 E8364-20176 REFERENCE 1 RCVR R1 IN to A28 channel R1 mixer
• W68 E8364-20044 A26 test port 1 coupler to PORT 2 CPLR ARM
• W72 E8364-20046 PORT 2 RCVR B IN to A30 channel B mixer
• W82 E8364-20054 A37 step attenuator to PORT 2 SOURCE OUT
• W84 E8364-20040 PORT 2 CPLR THRU to A39 bias tee
• W66 E8364-20048 Channel R2 detector to REFERENCE 2 SOURCE OUT
• W67 E8364-20043 A25 test port 1 coupler to PORT 1 CPLR ARM
• W69 E8364-20045 PORT 1 RCVR A IN to A27 channel A mixer
• W81 E8364-20053 A36 step attenuator to PORT 1 SOURCE OUT
• W83 E8364-20039 PORT 1 CPLR THRU to A38 bias tee
• W65 E8364-20047 Channel R1 detector to REFERENCE 1 SOURCE OUT
Figure 9 Cable Installation, Analyzers with Option UNL but without Option 016

Installation Note E8364-90019 17
Analyzers WITH Options UNL AND 016
Refer to Figure 10 for the following procedure. The new parts referenced in this procedure are
listed in Table 1 on page 5.
Install these cables in the order listed. Use a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 10 in-lbs.
• W71 E8364-20126 REFERENCE 2 RCVR R2 IN to A29 channel R2 mixer
• W70 E8364-20151 REFERENCE 1 RCVR R1 IN to A28 channel R1 mixer
• W68 E8364-20044 A26 test port 1 coupler to PORT 2 CPLR ARM
• W50 E8364-20130 PORT 2 RCVR B IN to A44 step attenuator
• W82 E8364-20054 A37 step attenuator to PORT 2 SOURCE OUT
• W84 E8364-20040 PORT 2 CPLR THRU to A39 bias tee
• W66 E8364-20048 Channel R2 detector to REFERENCE 2 SOURCE OUT
• W67 E8364-20043 A25 test port 1 coupler to PORT 1 CPLR ARM
• W49 E8364-20129 PORT 1 RCVR A IN to A43 step attenuator
• W81 E8364-20053 A36 step attenuator to PORT 1 SOURCE OUT
• W83 E8364-20039 PORT 1 CPLR THRU to A38 bias tee
• W65 E8364-20047 Channel R1 detector to REFERENCE 1 SOURCE OUT
Figure 10 Cable Installation, Analyzers with Options UNL and 016

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Step 6. Lower and Fasten the Receiver Deck
Refer to Figure 11 for this procedure.
1. Pull the latch pin (item |) toward the opposite side of the analyzer to release the receiver
deck.
2. Lift the receiver deck to partially lower it, then release the latch pin (item |). Lower the
receiver deck to its fully lowered position and ensure that the latch pin latches in the
lowered position.
3. With a T-10 TORX driver, install the four screws (item {) to secure the receiver deck.
Figure 11 Receiver Deck, Lowering

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Step 7. Replace the Lower Front Panel Overlay
NOTE The new parts referenced in this procedure are listed in Table 1 on page 5.
Refer to Figure 12 for this procedure.
1.
2. From the back side of the front panel, use a blunt object in one of the cutouts in the lower
frame to push the overlay (item {) and separate it from the front panel.
3. From the front side of the front panel, pull off the overlay completely and discard it.
4. Remove any adhesive remaining on the front panel.
5. Remove the protective backing from the new front panel overlay (item {). Make sure you
select the proper overlay for your analyzer. There are three overlays provided:
• One for Option 014 only:
The port SOURCE OUT labels read 40 VDC and the port RCVR IN labels read 15 VDC.
• One for Option UNL/014:
The port SOURCE OUT labels read 0 VDC and the port RCVR IN labels read 15 VDC.
• One for Option UNL/014/016:
The port SOURCE OUT labels read 0 VDC and the port RCVR IN labels read 0 VDC.
6. Starting from either the left or right side, loosely place the overlay in the recess on the
lower front panel, ensuring that it fits tightly against the recess edges.
7. Once the overlay is in place, press it firmly onto the frame to secure it.
Figure 12 Lower Front Panel Overlay Replacement
NOTE The figure above shows the E8363/4B front panel and floppy disk drive.
The E8363/4C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not
include a floppy disk drive.

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Step 8. Reinstall the Front Panel Assembly and Install Front Panel Jumpers
Refer to Figure 13 for this procedure.
1. Lift and support the front of the analyzer chassis..
2. Tighten all 12 of the front-panel feed-through connectors using a 5/16-inch torque wrench set to 21-in lbs.
3. Reconnect the ribbon cable (item {) to the A3 front panel interface board.
4. Slide the front panel over the test port connectors being careful to align the power switch
and floppy disk drive to their corresponding front panel cutouts. Ensure that the ribbon
cable (item {) is located below the fan to prevent it from being damaged by the fan blades.
5. With a T-10 TORX driver, install the eight screws (item |) in the sides of the frame.
6. Install the six semirigid jumpers (item }) on the front panel, and tighten to 10-in lbs.
Figure 13 Front Panel Assembly Reinstallation
NOTE The previous figure shows the E8363/4B front panel and floppy disk drive.
The E8363/4C front panel has a slightly different appearance and does not
include a floppy disk drive.