Anritsu PIM Master MW8208A User manual

Maintenance Manual
PIM Master™
MW8208A, MW8209A, MW8219A
Passive InterModulation Analyzer
MW8208A: 869 MHz to 894 MHz
MW8209A: 925 MHz to 960 MHz
MW8219A: 1930 MHz to 1930 MHz and 2110 MHz to 2155 MHz
Anritsu Company
490 Jarvis Drive
Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809
USA
Part Number: 10580-00283
Revision: D
Published: December 2011
Copyright 2011 Anritsu Company

MW8208A, MW8209A, MW8219A MM PN: 10580-00283 Rev. D Safety-1
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following symbols to indicate safety-related information. For your own safety, please read the information
carefully before operating the equipment.
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information about safety items and operation precautions. Ensure that you clearly understand the meanings of
the symbols and take the necessary precautions before operating the equipment. Some or all of the following
five symbols may or may not be used on all Anritsu equipment. In addition, there may be other labels attached
to products that are not shown in the diagrams in this manual.
This indicates a prohibited operation. The prohibited operation is indicated symbolically in or near
the barred circle.
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For Safety
Warning Always refer to the operation manual when working near locations at which
the alert mark, shown on the left, is attached. If the operation, etc., is
performed without heeding the advice in the operation manual, there is a
risk of personal injury. In addition, the equipment performance may be
reduced.
Moreover, this alert mark is sometimes used with other marks and
descriptions indicating other dangers.
Warning
When supplying power to this equipment, connect the accessory 3-pin
power cord to a 3-pin grounded power outlet. If a grounded 3-pin outlet is
not available, use a conversion adapter and ground the green wire, or
connect the frame ground on the rear panel of the equipment to ground. If
power is supplied without grounding the equipment, there is a risk of
receiving a severe or fatal electric shock.
Warning This equipment can not be repaired by the operator. Do not attempt to
remove the equipment covers or to disassemble internal components.
Only qualified service technicians with a knowledge of electrical fire and
shock hazards should service this equipment. There are high-voltage parts
in this equipment presenting a risk of severe injury or fatal electric shock to
untrained personnel. In addition, there is a risk of damage to precision
components.
Warning
Use two or more people to lift and move this equipment, or use an
equipment cart. There is a risk of back injury if this equipment is lifted by
one person.
Caution
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage the highly sensitive circuits in
the instrument. ESD is most likely to occur as test devices are being
connected to, or disconnected from, the instrument’s front and rear panel
ports and connectors. You can protect the instrument and test devices by
wearing a static-discharge wristband. Alternatively, you can ground
yourself to discharge any static charge by touching the outer chassis of the
grounded instrument before touching the instrument’s front and rear panel
ports and connectors. Avoid touching the test port center conductors
unless you are properly grounded and have eliminated the possibility of
static discharge.
Repair of damage that is found to be caused by electrostatic discharge is
not covered under warranty.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1—General Information
1-1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1-2 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Standard Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1-3 Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1-4 Anritsu Customer Service Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1-5 Recommended Test Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
1-6 Replaceable Parts and Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Chapter 2—PIM Analyzer Verification
2-1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2-2 Reference PIM Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2-3 Frequency Accuracy and Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Component Characterization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Frequency Accuracy and Output Power Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
2-4 Residual PIM Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Chapter 3—Troubleshooting
3-1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3-2 Turn-on Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3-3 Operating Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Appendix A—Test Records
A-1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
A-2 Reference PIM Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
A-3 Frequency Accuracy and Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Output Tone Frequency Differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3
Output Tone Power Differential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3
A-4 Residual PIM Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4
Index

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Chapter 1 — General Information
1-1 Introduction
This manual provides maintenance instructions for Anritsu PIM Master models MW8208A, MW8209A and
MW8219A.
The information includes:
•Chapter 1, “General Information”
•Chapter 2, “PIM Analyzer Verification”
•Chapter 3, “Troubleshooting”
•Appendix A, “Test Records”
Throughout this manual, the following terms apply:
•PIM Master refers to models MW8208A, MW8209A and MW8219A.
•Controller refers to any of the Anritsu handheld RF and microwave instruments that are capable of
controlling the PIM Master. Refer to the PIM Master Product Brochure (part number: 11410-00546) for
specifications and a list of handheld instrument models that support the Passive Inter-Modulation (PIM)
Analyzer and the Distance-to-PIM™ Analyzer.
Familiarity with the basic operation of the front panel keys (for example, how to change measurement mode,
preset the instrument, or the meaning of submenu button or main menu button) is assumed. Refer to the
PIM Master User Guide (Anritsu part number: 10580-00280).
Warning
The Anritsu PIM Master is capable of producing up to 100 Watts of RF power in the cellular
communications bands. Users must take precautions to minimize exposure to these RF fields:
Always terminate the output port of the test equipment into a load, a loaded line, or a line that
will radiate or absorb the energy before beginning a PIM test.
Confirm that the PIM Master RF power is off after a PIM test.
Always confirm that the RF power is off before disconnecting a coaxial connection, otherwise
RF burns may result. Immediate burns to fingers or eyes can result from exposure to live
connectors.
RF power can be immediately turned off with the Emergency Stop button.
Ensure that all antennas under test are placed so that no personnel are exposed to RF levels
that exceed the maximum allowable exposure.
Note
Anritsu recommends that you make a copy of the blank test records to document the measurements
each time a Performance Verification is performed. Continuing to document this process each time it
is performed provides a detailed history of instrument performance, which allows you to observe
trends.

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1-2 Product Description
The MW8208A, MW8209A, and MW8219A PIM Master models are portable passive inter-modulation
analyzers featuring precise performance for the GSM(850 MHz), E-GSM (900 MHz), PCS, and AWS cellular
frequency bands. They are designed to accurately determine if receiver interference at a cell site is due to an
inter-modulation product of two or more transmit frequencies, also known as passive inter-modulation (PIM).
The PIM Master generates two high-power tones in the transmit band of a base station, and the Anritsu family
of PIM Master compatible handheld RF instruments (refer to Section 1-1) measure the third-order, fifth-order,
or seventh-order inter-modulation products in the receive band coming back down the same cable. The current
standard for PIM testing offers a well-known system using two primary carriers and a calculated resulting
PIM frequency, which is measured with a spectrum analyzer. This provides a measurement of the overall
linearity of the antenna system and the surrounding environment. PIM Analyzer Option 0419 for select models
of the Anritsu family of RF handheld instruments is no longer required because the PIM Analyzer mode will be
already available (ss a standard feature) to the end user with the handheld instrument.
In addition to PIM testing, the PIM Master also has Distance-to-PIM™ (DTP) Analyzer capability. DTP
analysis offers distance information to PIM sources for cellular sites with internal PIM problems and antenna
PIM problems. This DTP analysis includes the surrounding outside environment with external PIM problems.
The Distance-to-PIM™ Analyzer features are displayed in the relative menus. The choice between PIM
analysis and Distance-to-PIM™ analysis is made in the Measurements menu of the Anritsu handheld
instrument.
Standard Features
Options
Option 425 is the Large Wheel Option and is available for all PIM Master instruments.
Table 1-1. PIM Master Standard Features
Feature MW8219A MW8209A MW8208A
RFPower 2x20W,2x30W,2x40W 2x20W,2x30W,2x40W 2x20W,2x30W,2x40W
Tx Freq Band 1930 MHz to 1990 MHz
2110 MHz to 2155 MHz
925 MHz to 960 MHz 869 MHz to 894 MHz
IMD Band 1710 MHz to 1755 MHz
1850 MHz to 1910 MHz
880 MHz to 915 MHz 794 MHz to 969 MHz
IMD Orders 3rd, 5th, or 7th orders 3rd, 5th, or 7th orders 3rd, 5th, or 7th orders

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Optional Accessories
1-3 Related Documents
Other documents are available for the PIM Master at the Anritsu Web site at:
www.anritsu.com:
•PIM Master User Guide, part number: 10580-00280
•PIM Master Product Brochure, part number: 11410-00546
•Interference Troubleshooting Guide, part number: 11410-00472
•Spectrum Analyzer Measurement Guide, part number: 10580-00244
1-4 Anritsu Customer Service Centers
For the latest service and sales information in your area, please visit the following URL:
http://www.anritsu.com/contact.asp
Choose a country for regional contact information.
Table 1-2. PIM Master Optional Accessories
Part Number Description
2000-1637-R PIM Master Accessory Kit With Torque Wrench (consists of MA82103A, 1091-390-R,
1091-385-R, 1091-386-R, 1091-387-R, 1091-388-R, 1091-389-R, 2000-1626-R, 67135,
01-510, 01-512, 01-513)
2000-1638-R PIM Master Accessory Kit Without Torque Wrench (consists of MA82103A, 1091-390-R,
1091-385-R, 1091-386-R, 1091-387-R, 1091-388-R, 1091-389-R, 2000-1626-R, 67135,
01-510)
MA82103A Low PIM Load/Termination 700 MHz to 2200 MHz, 80 W CW, 7/16 DIN(f), 50 Ω
1091-390-R PIM Standard, –80 dBm ± 3 dB, at 1775 MHz, 20 W, 7/16 DIN(m) to 7/16 DIN(f), 50 Ω
1091-403-R PIM Standard, –80 dBm ± 3 dB, at 910 MHz, 20 W, 7/16 DIN(m) to 7/16 DIN(f), 50 Ω
1091-385-R Adapter, 7/16 DIN(m) to 7/16 DIN(m), 50 Ω
1091-386-R Adapter, 7/16 DIN(f) to N(m), 50 Ω
1091-387-R Adapter, 7/16 DIN(f) to 7/16 DIN(m), 50 Ω
1091-388-R Adapter, 7/16 DIN(f) to 7/16 DIN(f), 50 Ω
1091-389-R Adapter, 7/16 DIN(f) to N(f), 50 Ω
01-510 Crescent Wrench (Adjustable Spanner)
01-512 1 inch, 25 N·m, Torque wrench
01-513 1.25 inch, 25 N·m, Torque wrench

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1-5 Recommended Test Equipment
Table 1-3 lists the test equipment that is required for verifying and testing the PIM Master.
a. MG3692A models require Option 15 to achieve power of +16 dBm at 3.5 GHz. MG3692B models do not require Option 15 to
achieve power of +16 dBm at 3.5 GHz.
1-6 Replaceable Parts and Assemblies
The current service policy for these models states that the MW8208A, MW8209A and MW8219A PIM Master
models are factory only repair items. No replacement parts or assemblies are currently available for these
instruments.
Table 1-3. Recommended Test Equipment for PIM Master Verification
Equipment Critical Specification Recommended Manufacturer/Model
Synthesized Signal
Generator
Frequency: 0.1 Hz to 20 GHz,
Power Output: +16 dBm, Step attenuator installed
Anritsu Model MG3692A or
MG3692B with Options 2A, 4, 22,
15xa
Power Meter Power Range: –70 to +20 dBm Anritsu Model ML2438A
Power Sensor Frequency: 100 kHz to 18 GHz
Power Range: –67 dB to +20 dB
Anritsu Model MA2421D or SC7400
(Quantity 1)
Spectrum Analyzer Frequency: 3 GHz
Power Range: to +20 dBm
Anritsu Model MT8212E or
MS2721B or MT8222A
Low PIM Load 150 W, 160 dBc PIM, 700 MHz to 2200 MHz, 50 ΩAnritsu Model MA82103A
PIM Standard –80 dBm at 2 x 20 W, 1775 MHz Anritsu Model 1091-390-R
PIM Standard –80 dBm at 2 x 20 W, 910 MHz Anritsu Model 1091-403-R
Fixed Attenuator 30 dB, 50 W, 50 ΩAnritsu Model 3-1010-123
Adapter K(m) to N(f), 50 ΩAnritsu Model 34RKNF50
Adapter N(f) to N(f), 50 ΩAnritsu Model 34NFNF50
Adapter 7/16 DIN(f) to N(m), 50 ΩAnritsu Model 1091-386-R
Adapter 7/16 DIN(m) to 7/16 DIN(m) Anritsu Model 1091-385-R
PIM Test Cable 3.0 m, DC to 4 GHz, 7/16 DIN(m), 50 ΩAnritsu Model 2000-1626-R
Torque Wrench Open End for N Connector at 12 inch pounds Anritsu Model 01-200
Torque Wrench 1 inch, 25 N·m (16.226 lb·ft) Anritsu Model 01-512
Torque Wrench 1.25 inch, 25 N·m (16.226 lb·ft) Anritsu Model 01-513
Crescent Wrench
(Adjustable Spanner)
Length: 10 in (254 mm)
Max Width Opening: 1.375 in (34.925 mm)
Anritsu Model 01-510
Coaxial Cable BNC(m) to BNC(m), 50 ΩAny or Anritsu Model 2000-1627-R
Adapter BNC Tee Jack-Plug-Jack Any or Amphenol 31-208

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Chapter 2 — PIM Analyzer Verification
2-1 Introduction
This chapter provides the operational verification procedures for the MW8208A, MW8209A and MW8219A
PIM Master. No separate Distance-to-PIM™ (DTP) Analyzer operational verification checks are used because
the PIM Analyzer operational verification tests also validate DTP functionality. The PIM Analyzer operational
verification tests consist of the following:
•“Reference PIM Measurement” on page 2-2
•“Frequency Accuracy and Output Power” on page 2-4
•“Residual PIM Measurement” on page 2-8
Warning
The Anritsu PIM Master is capable of producing up to 100 Watts of RF power in the cellular
communications bands. Users must take precautions to minimize exposure to these RF fields:
Always terminate the output port of the test equipment into a load, a loaded line, or a line that
will radiate or absorb the energy before beginning a PIM test.
Confirm that the PIM Master RF power is off after a PIM test.
Always confirm that the RF power is off before disconnecting a coaxial connection, otherwise
RF burns may result. Immediate burns to fingers or eyes can result from exposure to live
connectors.
RF power can be immediately turned off with the Emergency Stop button.
Ensure that all antennas under test are placed so that no personnel are exposed to RF levels
that exceed the maximum allowable exposure.

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2-2 Reference PIM Measurement
The following test is used to verify the accuracy of PIM measurements. A known PIM reference (standard) is
used for verification.
Equipment Required
•Low PIM Load/Termination, Anritsu Model 1015-68-R or MA82103A
•PIM Standard, Anritsu Model 1091-390-R
•PIM Standard, Anritsu Model 1091-403-R
•Adapter, 7/16 DIN(m) to 7/16 DIN(m), 50 Ω, Anritsu Model 1091-385-R
•PIM Master, Model MW8208A or Model MW8209A or Model MW8219A
Procedure
1. Confirm that all of the connectors are clean because any debris or contamination may cause incorrect
PIM measurement results. Connect the PIM Master to the Anritsu Handheld instrument Controller as
shown in Figure 2-1. Models MW8208A, MW8209A, and MW8219A are tested in the same instrument
configuration.
2. Press the On/Off key to turn on the Controller.
3. Press the Shift key and then the Mode (9) key. Use the rotary knob to highlight PIM Analyzer and then
press the Enter key to switch to PIM Analyzer mode. A dialog window displays a message that the
Controller has no communication with the PIM Master, and prompts you to turn it on.
Figure 2-1. PIM Master and Controller
0
1
Preset
4
Measure
7
File
2
Calibrate
5
Trace
8
System
3
Sweep
6
Limit
9
Mode
Shift
Enter
Back
On
+/-
Off
ESC
Fault
MT8221B 
BTSMASTER
MW8219A 
PIM Master
PIM Master
PROGRAM
RF OUT 10 MHz-OUT
RESET POWER STATUS
TEST PORT
RF-ON
EMERGENCY
STOP
Connection Diagram
PIM Master to Anritsu Handheld Instrument
Connections for PIM Verification
PIM Master Anritsu Handheld
Connector Connector
RF Out SPA RF In
10 MHz-Out Ref In
USB Type B USB Type A
NOTE: Connector location varies among Anritsu handheld instruments.
HI-RF OUTPUT
WHEN LIGHT ON

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4. Turn on power to the PIM Master and allow the Controller to establish the communication link.
5. On the Controller, press the Shift key and then the Preset (1) key. Press the Preset submenu key to set
the instrument to the factory preset state.
6. For models MW8208A and MW8209A, use the 1091-403-R PIM Standard. For model MW8219A, use the
1091-390-R PIM standard. Connect the PIM Standard to the PIM Master Test Port using the necessary
torque wrench. Connect the Low PIM Termination to the PIM Standard using the DIN adapter and the
necessary torque wrench. The sequence of connecting the components is important, and you must adhere
to this sequence for accurate results.
7. On the Controller (Anritsu Handheld instrument), press the Freq main menu key and verify that the
values for Carrier F1 and Carrier F2 are as indicated in the table below.
8. On the Controller, press the Setup main menu key and confirm that Output Power is set to 20 W, that
Test D u r a t i o n is set to 20 s, that the Normal -> A key has a red indicator light, and that the Display Type is
set to Trace.
9. On the Controller, press the Measurements main menu key, then press the PIM submenu key to set the
instrument into the PIM Analyzer measurement mode.
10. In the Measurements menu, press the Te s t submenu key to initiate the test. The submenu key will have
On underlined when the test is in progress. The test runs for 20 seconds (as set or confirmed in Step 8).
Please wait until the Te s t submenu key changes to display Off (Off is underlined).
11. Note the measurement result that is displayed on the Controller. The measured result should be 123 dBc
and –80 dBm ± 3 dB.
12. Record the test results that are reported by the Controller into Table A-1, “Reference PIM Measurement
with –80 dBm PIM Standard” on page A-2.
Caution Before continuing, allow a 30-minute warm up for the internal circuitry to stabilize.
Table 2-1. Carrier Frequencies
PIM Master Carrier F1 Carrier F2
MW8208A 871MHz 894MHz
MW8209A 930MHz 950MHz
MW8219A 1945 MHz 2115 MHz

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2-3 Frequency Accuracy and Output Power
The following test is used to verify the frequency accuracy and output power of each tone from the PIM Master.
The first phase of this procedure is to characterize the “Test Component”, which consists of the Fixed
Attenuator, the DIN Adapter, and the PIM Test Cable.
Component Characterization
Equipment Required
•Signal Generator, Anritsu Model MG3692x or equivalent
•Adapter, 7/16 DIN(f) to N(m), Anritsu Model 1091-386-R
•Adapter, K(m) to N(f), Anritsu Model 34RKNF50
•Adapter, N(f) to N(f), Anritsu Model 34NFNF50
•Power Meter, Anritsu Model ML2438A
•Power Sensor, Anritsu Model MA2482D or equivalent
•“Test Component” from above consisting of:
•Fixed Attenuator, 30 dB, 50 W, Anritsu Model 3-1010-123
•Adapter, 7/16 DIN(f) to N(m), Anritsu Model 1091-386-R
•PIM Test Cable, Anritsu Model 2000-1626-R
•PIM Master, Model MW8208A or Model MW8209A or Model MW8219A
Procedure
Follow this entire procedure for each instrument that you test.
1. Assemble the “Test Component” by connecting the Fixed Attenuator to the PIM test cable using a
DIN adapter.
2. Connect the Power Sensor to the Power Meter, zero the sensor, and set the calibration factor to the
Carrier F1 frequency of the appropriate model in Table 2-1, “Carrier Frequencies” on page 2-3.
3. Connect the Power Sensor directly to the Signal Generator using the K to N adapter.
4. For PIM Master, Model MW8219A, begin at Step 5.
For PIM Master, Model MW8209A, begin at Step 12 by using the procedure in Step 2 through Step 11
with the changes noted in Step 12.
For PIM Master, Model MW8208A, begin at Step 13 by using the procedure in Step 2 through Step 11
with the changes noted in Step 13.
5. For PIM Master, Model MW8219A, set the Signal Generator to the Carrier F1 setting (1945 MHz) and
adjust the level output to show 0dBm±0.2dBon the Power Meter. Record the Power Meter reading in
the Power Reading from Signal Generator column of Table A-2, “Test Component Characterization
for MW8219A” on page A-2. Turn off the RF Output on the Signal Generator.
6. Disconnect the Power Sensor from the Signal Generator. Connect the Power Sensor to the Fixed
Attenuator end of the “Test Component”, and connect the other end of the “Test Component” to the
Signal Generator using the second DIN adapter to the K to N adapter on the Signal Generator.
7. Turn on the RF Output of the Signal Generator. Record the Power Meter reading in the Power Reading
with Test Component column in Table A-2. Turn off the RF Output on the Signal Generator.
Caution Leave the three components (fixed attenuator, PIM test cable, and DIN adapter) in the “Test Component” connected to each other until all of the test procedures in this section are
completed.

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8. Calculate the Test Component Correction Factor by subtracting the value of Power Reading from
Signal Generator from the value of Power Reading with Test Component. Record this calculation
in Table A-2.
9. Calculate the Expected Power Reading by subtracting the value of Test Component Correction Factor
in Step 8 from 43 dBm (43 dBm – “Test Component Correction Factor” dBm). Record this calculation in
Table A-6, “PIM Output Tone Power Accuracy” on page A-3.
10. Repeat Step 2 through Step 9 using Carrier F2 as the frequency setting.
11. Remove the “Test Component” however keep it intact to maintain test integrity in order to continue
with the next verification procedure.
12. For PIM Master, Model MW8209A, repeat Step 2 through Step 11 using the Carrier F1 and Carrier F2
frequencies (930 MHz and 950 MHz) for Model MW8209A and recording the test results in Table A-3,
“Test Component Characterization for MW8209A” on page A-2 and Table A-6, “PIM Output Tone Power
Accuracy” on page A-3.
13. For PIM Master, Model MW8208A, repeat Step 2 through Step 11 using the Carrier F1 and Carrier F2
frequencies (879 MHz and 894 MHz) for Model MW8208A and recording the test results in Table A-4,
“Test Component Characterization for MW8208A” on page A-2 and Table A-6, “PIM Output Tone Power
Accuracy” on page A-3.

2-3 Frequency Accuracy and Output Power Chapter 2 — PIM Analyzer Verification
2-6 PN: 10580-00283 Rev. D MW8208A, MW8209A, MW8219A MM
Frequency Accuracy and Output Power Verification
Equipment Required
•Spectrum Analyzer, Anritsu Model MT8212E or equivalent
•BNC male to BNC male Cable, Anritsu Model 2000-1627-R
•BNC Tee Jack-Plug-Jack, Amphenol 31-208
•“Test Component” from above consisting of:
•Fixed Attenuator, 30 dB, 50 W, 50 Ω, Anritsu Model 3-1010-123
•Adapter, 7/16 DIN(f) to N(m), Anritsu Model 1091-386-R
•PIM Test Cable, Anritsu Model 2000-1626-R
•PIM Master, Model MW8208A or Model MW8209A or Model MW8219A
Procedure
Follow this entire procedure for each instrument that you test.
1. Connect the BNC Tee onto the Controller Ext Ref In BNC connector. Connect the PIM Master to the
Anritsu Handheld (HH) Controller as shown in Figure 2-1 on page 2-2. Connect the BNC Cable from the
PIM Master to the BNC Tee on the Controller and connect the second BNC cable from the HH Controller
to the Ext Ref In BNC connector on the Reference Spectrum Analyzer (Ref SPA).
2. Press the On/Off key to turn on the Controller.
3. Press the Shift key and then the Mode (9) key. Use the rotary knob to highlight PIM Analyzer and then
press the Enter key to switch to PIM Analyzer mode. A dialog window displays a message that there is no
communication with the PIM Master and that you need to turn it on.
4. Turn on power to the PIM Master and allow the Controller to establish the communication process.
5. On the Controller, press the Shift key and then the Preset (1) key. Press the Preset submenu key to set
the instrument to the factory preset state.
6. Press the On/Off key to turn on the Reference Spectrum Analyzer (Ref SPA).
7. Press the Shift key and then the Mode (9) key. Use the rotary knob to highlight Spectrum Analyzer, and
then press the Enter key to switch to Spectrum Analyzer mode.
8. Press the Shift key and then the Preset (1) key. Press the Preset submenu key to set the instrument to
the factory preset state.
9. Confirm that all of the connectors are clean because any debris or contamination may cause incorrect
PIM measurement results.
10. Using the “Test Component”, connect the PIM Test Cable end to the PIM Master using the necessary
torque wrench. Connect the Fixed Attenuator end of the “Test Component” to the Ref SPA. The sequence
of connecting the components is important, and you must adhere to this sequence for accurate results.
11. On the Controller, press the Freq main menu key and verify that the values for Carrier F1 and Carrier F2
are as stated in Table 2-1, “Carrier Frequencies” on page 2-3 for the appropriate model.
12. On the Controller, press the Setup main key and confirm that the Output Power is set to 20 W, that
Te s t D u r a t i on is set to 20 s, that the Normal -> A button has a red indicator light, and that the
Display Type is set to Trace.
13. On the Ref SPA, press the Freq main menu key, then press the Center Freq submenu key. Enter the
Carrier F1 and then press the MHz submenu key. Press the Span main menu, then the Span submenu
key. Enter 1, then press the kHz submenu (soft) key.
Caution Before continuing, allow a 30-minute warm up for the internal circuitry to stabilize.

Chapter 2 — PIM Analyzer Verification 2-3 Frequency Accuracy and Output Power
MW8208A, MW8209A, MW8219A MM PN: 10580-00283 Rev. D 2-7
14. On the Ref SPA, press the Amplitude main menu key, then press the Reference Level submenu key.
Enter 20 and then press the dBm submenu key. Press the Scale submenu key, enter 7, and then press
the dB/Div submenu key. Confirm that Auto Atten is set to On.
15. On the Ref SPA, press the BW main menu key, then press the RBW submenu key. Enter 30 and then
press the Hz submenu key. Confirm that VBW is set to 10 Hz.
16. On the Ref SPA, press the Shift key and then the Trace (5) key. Press the Trace A Operations
submenu key. Press the Max Hold -> A submenu key.
17. On the Controller, press the Measurements main menu key, press the PIM submenu key and then press
the Tes t submenu key to initiate the test. The submenu key has On underlined when the test is in
progress. The test runs for 20 seconds. Please wait until the Te s t submenu key has Off underlined.
18. On the Ref SPA, press the Marker main menu key, select Marker 1 and press the On submenu key.
Press the Peak Search submenu key, Marker 1 should move to the peak point of the signal displayed.
Press the More submenu key, the press Counter Marker to turn on the frequency counter marker function.
Note the Marker 1 measurement results that are displayed on the Ref SPA unit.
19. Record the test results that are reported by the Ref SPA unit in Table A-5, “PIM Output Tone Frequency
Accuracy” on page A-3 and Table A-6, “PIM Output Tone Power Accuracy” on page A-3.
20. Repeat Step 13 through Step 19, using the value of Carrier F2 as the Center Freq setting.
21. Calculate the Output Tone Power Differential by subtracting the value of Carrier F1 Measured
Power from the value of Carrier F2 Measured Power. Record this calculation in Table A-6.

2-8 PN: 10580-00283 Rev. D MW8208A, MW8209A, MW8219A MM
2-4 Residual PIM Measurement
The following test is used to verify the residual PIM of the PIM Master. The procedure measures the internal
residual PIM of the PIM Master.
Equipment Required
•Low PIM Load/Termination, Anritsu Model MA82103A
•Adapter, 7/16 DIN(m) to 7/16 DIN(m), 50 Ω, Anritsu Model 1091-385-R
•PIM Master, Model MW8208A or Model MW8209A or Model MW8219A
Procedure
Follow this entire procedure for each instrument that you test.
1. Connect the PIM Master to the Anritsu Handheld (HH) Controller as shown in Figure 2-1 on page 2-2.
2. Press the On/Off key to turn on the Controller.
3. Press the Shift key and then the Mode (9) key. Use the rotary knob to highlight PIM Analyzer and then
press the Enter key to switch to PIM Analyzer mode. A dialog window displays a message that the
controller has no communication with the PIM Master and that you need to turn it on.
4. Turn on power to the PIM Master and allow the Controller to establish the communication process.
5. Press the Shift key and then the Preset (1) key. Press the Preset submenu key to set the instrument to
the factory preset state.
6. Confirm that all the connectors are clean because any debris or contamination may cause incorrect
PIM measurement results.
7. Connect the Low PIM Termination to the PIM Master using the DIN adapter and the necessary torque
wrench.
8. On the Controller, press the Freq main menu key. Press the Carrier F1 submenu key, enter the
appropriate Carrier F1 value from Table 2-1, “Carrier Frequencies” on page 2-3,and then press the MHz
submenu key. Press the Carrier F2 submenu key, enter the appropriate Carrier F2 value from Table 2-1,
and then press the MHz submenu key.
9. On the Controller, press the Setup submenu key, confirm that Output Power is set to 20 W, that
Te s t D u r a t i on is set to 20 s, that the Normal -> A button has a red indicator light, and that the
Display Type is set to Trace.
10. On the Controller, press the Measurements main menu key. Press the PIM submenu key and then press
the Te s t submenu key to initiate the test. The key has On underlined when the test is in progress. The
test runs for 20 seconds. Please wait until the Test key has Off underlined.
11. Note the measurement result that is displayed on the Controller unit. The measured result should be
>–153dBcand <–110dBm.
12. Record the test results that are reported by the Controller in Table A-7, “Residual PIM Measurement”
on page A-4.
Caution Before continuing, allow a 30-minute warm up for the internal circuitry to stabilize.

MW8208A, MW8209A, MW8219A MM PN: 10580-00283 Rev. D 3-1
Chapter 3 — Troubleshooting
3-1 Introduction
This chapter describes the primary troubleshooting operations that can be performed. Perform the
troubleshooting suggestions in the order in which they are listed.
Only qualified service personnel should replace internal assemblies.
3-2 Turn-on Problems
Unit Cannot Power Up
Unit cannot power-up, no activity occurs when the On/Off key is pressed:
1. Check the line input fuse (AGC-10-R, Anritsu part number: 3-631-127).
2. The On/Off switch may be damaged.
3. Main PCB may have failed. Return the unit to the Factory for repair.
Unit Cannot Communicate with Handheld Controller Unit
Unit powers up, but does not communicate with the Handheld Controller Unit:
1. Confirm that the Handheld Controller does not have communication to the PIM Master. Use the
Shift +5key combination on the Handheld Controller to toggle communication Off and On.
2. The Handheld Controller firmware may not be up to date. Use Master Software Tools to update the
Handheld Controller firmware.
3. PIM Master firmware may not be up to date. Use the PIMCode Loader tool on the PC to perform the
PIM Master Firmware Update/Self-Test procedure. Refer to Chapter 1 in the PIM Master Users Guide
(10580-00280).
4. Main PCB may have failed. Return the unit to the Factory for repair.
Warning
The Anritsu PIM Master™ is capable of producing up to 100 Watts of RF power in the cellular
communications bands. Users must take precautions to minimize exposure to these RF fields:
Always terminate the output port of the test equipment into a load, a loaded line, or a line that
will radiate or absorb the energy before beginning a PIM test.
Confirm that the PIM Master RF power is off after a PIM test.
Always confirm that the RF power is off before disconnecting a coaxial connection, otherwise
RF burns may result. Immediate burns to fingers or eyes can result from exposure to live
connectors.
RF power can be immediately turned off with the Emergency Stop button.
Ensure that all antennas under test are placed so that no personnel are exposed to RF levels
that exceed the maximum allowable exposure.

3-3 Operating Problems Chapter 3 — Troubleshooting
3-2 PN: 10580-00283 Rev. D MW8208A, MW8209A, MW8219A MM
3-3 Operating Problems
PIM Self Test Fails
The HH unit Application Self Test – PIM Self Test fails:
1. The Main PCB Assembly has failed. One of the internal power rails may have failed. Return the unit to
the Factory for repair.
Error Messages
1. PIM Tester RF OFF Button Pressed – Alerts you that the PIM Master front panel
EMERGENCY STOP button has been pressed. This will turn off the PIM RF and cancel the
measurement on the Controller. Measurement results may be invalid. The Controller and the
PIM Master will automatically recover.
2. PIM Tester Fault Detected. Check RF port connection – Alerts you that there is something wrong
with the PIM Test Port. Recheck your connections and run the Application Self Test – PIM Self Test.
3. PIM RF On Max Time Reached. RF Has Been Turned Off – Alerts you that the PIM Master has
exceeded an On Time greater than allowed (~68 seconds). The unit will automatically turn RF Off.
Possible communication failure between Anritsu handheld instrument and PIM unit. Disregard current
measurement results and power cycle both units.
4. Incorrect Command Sent to PIM – Alerts you that an incorrect command has been sent to the
PIM Master. Check the SCPI commands if using a programming command. The PIM Master or the
HH controller firmware does not properly recognize a SCPI command.
5. Incorrect Parameter Sent to PIM – Alerts you that an incorrect parameter with a command has been sent
to the PIM Master. Check the SCPI command parameters if using a programming command. The
PIM Master or Controller firmware does not properly recognize a SCPI command parameter.
6. PIM AMP(S) Exceeding Normal Temperature Range – Alerts you that the PIM Master internal
amplifiers have exceeded their normal temperature range.
7. PIM UNIT Exceeding Normal Temperature Range – Alerts you that the entire PIM Master unit is
beyond the normal temperature range and degradation in measurement or signal dropout can occur.
8. 48V PIM Power Supply Voltage Out of Range – The amplifier power supply is out of range, and
degradation in measurement or signal dropout can occur.
9. 48V PIM Power Supply Fail - This power supply failure will cause signal dropout with no PIM
measurement capability.
10. PIM EEPROM Error - Cannot access on-board EEPROM. Measurement results may be invalid.
11. PIM Reference LO Lock Error - Reference LO unable to lock. Measurement results may be invalid.
12. PIM External Reference Error – The Anritsu handheld instrument can not lock onto the reference signal
from the PIM Master and switches to its own internal frequency reference.
In the event that you see a Malfunction Error message, write it down for troubleshooting purposes.