Agilent Technologies N9320B User manual

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Agilent N9320B
RF Spectrum Analyzer
Quick Start Guide

N9320B Quick Start Guide
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N9320B Quick Start Guide
Contents
1 Getting Started 1
Check the Shipment and Order List 2
Options 3
Safety Notice 4
Power Requirements 5
Power On and Check 7
Running Internal Alignments 8
Check for Instrument Messages 8
Environmental Requirements 9
Electrostatic Discharge Protection 12
2 N9320B Overview 13
Agilent N9320B at a Glance 14
Front Panel at a Glance 15
Display Annotations 18
Rear Panel Overview 20
Front and rear panel symbols 21
3 Basic Operation 23
Making a Basic Measurement 24
Using the Front Panel 24
Presetting the Spectrum Analyzer 25
Viewing a Signal 26
Some helpful Tips 28

N9320B Quick Start Guide
Contents
Set system date and time 28
Enable the Options 28
Using an External Reference 28
Firmware Update 29
Remote Control 30
Installing Agilent IO libraries suite 30
USB Connection 31
LAN Connection 31
4Troubleshooting 33
Check the basics 34
Warranty and Service Options 35
Contact Agilent Technologies 36
Index 37

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Agilent N9320B Spectrum Analyzer
Quick Start Guide
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1
Getting Started
Check the Shipment and Order List 2
Safety Notice 4
Power Requirements 5
Power On and Check 7
Environmental Requirements 9
Electrostatic Discharge Protection 12
This Quick Start Guide helps you in preparing the spectrum
analyzer for use. With this guide, you will become familiar
with its basic operating and programming information. For
more information, please refer to User’s Guide from:
www.agilent.com/find/n9320b
This chapter gives you the information to start using the
spectrum analyzer correctly.

2N9320B Spectrum Analyzer
1 Getting Started
Check the Shipment and Order List
After receiving the shipment, first check the shipment and
your order list.
Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material
for signs of stress. Retain the shipping materials for future
use, as you may wish to ship the analyzer to another
location or to Agilent Technologies for service. Verify that
the contents of the shipping container are complete.
Each spectrum analyzer includes the following accessories as
standard:
Shipping Problems?
If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the
container are incomplete:
•Contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office to arrange
for repair or replacement. You will not need to wait for a
claim settlement.
•Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection.
•If you must return an analyzer to Agilent Technologies,
use the original (or comparable) shipping materials.
For any questions about your shipment, Contact Agilent
Technologies for consulting and service.
Item Description
USB cable (A-B) Connection for remote control
N-BNC adapter and BNC cable Connection for alignment
Printed Quick Start Guide Documentation
Three-pin power cord Specific to shipping location
Help kit CD-ROM Remote control Software
Agilent IO libraries suite
PDF files for quick start guide & user’s guide

Getting Started 1
N9320B Spectrum Analyzer 3
Options
Verify if that the shipment includes your ordered options by
checking the option label on the shipping container:
Unless specified otherwise, all options are available when
you order a spectrum analyzer; some options are also
available as kits that you can order and install/activate after
you receive the analyzer. Order kits through your local
Agilent Sales and Service Office.
At the time of analyzer purchase, options can be ordered
using your product number and the number of the option
you are ordering. For example, if you are ordering Option
TG3, you would order N9320B- TG3.
If you are ordering an option after the purchase of your
analyzer, you will need to add a K to the product number
and then specify which option you are ordering. For
example, N9320BK- TG3.
For the latest information on Agilent N9320B Spectrum
Analyzer options and upgrade kits, visit the following
Internet URL:
http://www.agilent.com/find/sa_upgrades
Option Description Part number
PA3 3 GHz Preamplifier N9320B-PA3
AMA AM/FM demodulation N9320B-AMA
ABA English printed User’s Guide N9320B-ABA
TG3 3 GHz tracking generator N9320B-TG3
TR1 RF training kit N9320B-TR1
1HB Handle and bumpers N9320B-1HB
1CM Rackmount kit N9320B-1CM
1TC Hard transit case N9320B-1TC
UK6 Commercial calibration certificate
with testing data
N9320B-UK6

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1 Getting Started
Safety Notice
Read the following warnings and cautions carefully before
powering on the spectrum analyzer to ensure personal and
instrument safety.
WARNING Always use a well-grounded, three-pin AC power cord to connect to
power source. Personal injury may occur if there is any interruption of
the AC power cord. Intentional interruption is prohibited. If this product
is to be energized via an external auto transformer for voltage
reduction, make sure that its common terminal is connected to a
neutral (earthed pole) of the power supply.
WARNING Personal injury may result if the spectrum analyzer covers are removed.
There are no operator-serviceable parts inside. To avoid electrical
shock, refer servicing to qualified personnel.
WARNING Electrical shock may result if the spectrum analyzer is connected to the
power supply while cleaning. Do not attempt to clean internally.
CAUTION Prevent damage to the instrument and ensure protection of the input
mixer by limiting average continuous power input to +33 dBm, DC voltage
to 50 VDC with >10 dB input attenuation. Instrument damage may result
if these precautions are not followed.
CAUTION To install the spectrum analyzer in other racks, note that they may
promote shock hazards, overheating, dusting contamination, and
inferior system performance. Consult your Agilent customer engineer
about installation, warranty, and support details.

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N9320B Spectrum Analyzer 5
Power Requirements
The spectrum analyzer has an auto- ranging line voltage
input. The AC power supply must meet the following
requirements:
AC Power Cord
The analyzer is equipped with a three- wire power cord, in
accordance with international safety standards. This cable
grounds the analyzer cabinet when connected to an
appropriate power line outlet. The cable appropriate to the
original shipping location is included with the analyzer.
Various AC power cables are available that are unique to
specific geographic areas. You can order additional AC power
cables for use in different areas. The table AC Power Cords
lists the available AC power cables, the plug configurations,
and identifies the geographic area in which each cable is
appropriate.
The detachable power cord is the product disconnecting
device. It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains
supply before other parts of the product. The front panel
switch is only a standby switch and does not disconnect the
instrument from LINE power.
Voltage: 100 to 240 VAC (90 to 264 VAC)
Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz
Power: Maximum 100 W

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AC Power Cords
a. Plug description describes the plug only. The part number is for the complete cable assembly.
Plug Type Cable Part
Number Plug a
Description
For use in
Country & Region
8121-1703 BS 1363/A Option 900
United Kingdom, Hong Kong,
Singapore, Malaysia
8120-0696 AS 3112:2000 Option 901
Australia, New Zealand
8120-1692 IEC 83 C4 Option 902
Continental Europe, Korea,
Indonesia, Italy, Russia
8120-1521 CNS 10917-2
/NEMA 5-15P
Option 903
United States, Canada, Taiwan,
Mexico
8120-2296 SEV 1011 Option 906
Switzerland
8120-4600 SABS 164-1 Option 917
South Africa, India
8120-4754 JIS C8303 Option 918
Japan
8120-5181 SI 32 Option 919
Israel
8120-8377 GB 1002 Option 922
China
250V 10A
250V 10A
250V 16A
230V 15A
250V 16A
125V 15A
250V 10A
125V 10A
250V 10A