HP HP 85091A User manual

Reference Guide
Electronic Calibration Modules
HP 85091A HP 85092A HP 85093A
HP 85096A HP 85098A HP 85099A
HP 85060B HP 85062B HP 85064B
HP Part Number: 85091-90008
Supersedes 85091-90002
Printed in USA
July 1999

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Contents
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1. General Information
Manual Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Prerequisite Knowledge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Compatible Vector Network Analyzers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Incoming Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
Equipment Recommended but Not Supplied. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
HP 8509X Series Module ECal Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
HP 8509X Series Options Available. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
HP 8506X Series Module ECal Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
HP 8506X Series Options Available. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Serial Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
Shipping Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Service and Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Safety and Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Instrument Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12
Compliance Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12
2. Specifications and Characteristics
Specifications: Terminology and Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Operating Temperature and Accuracy Enhancement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Barometric Pressure and Relative Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Mechanical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Center Conductor Pin Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Pin Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
Electrical Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
Type-N 50 Ωand Type-N 75 ΩConnector Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6
Connector Pin Depth Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8
Characteristics and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Measurement Port Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Supplemental Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Electrical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Mechanical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
HP 8509X RF ECal Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
HP 8506X Microwave ECal Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15
Torque Wrench Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
HP 8509X RF ECal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
HP 8506X Microwave ECal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Certification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
3. Gauging and Making Connections
Handling and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Visual Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

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Look for Obvious Defects and Damage First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6
Inspecting the Mating Plane Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Inspecting Slotless Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Checking for Connector Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Cleaning Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Checking for Alcohol Contamination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
General Cleaning Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Using Compressed Air or Nitrogen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Cleaning the Connector Threads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Cleaning the Mating Plane and Interior Surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Precision 7 mm Connector Cleaning Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Cleaning the Center Collet While It Is in Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Cleaning a Removed Center Collet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Gauging Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Gauge Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12
When to Gauge Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Using Connector Gauges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Recognizing Gauge Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Making Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Using a Torque Wrench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Zeroing Connector Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Zeroing the Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Gauging Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Using Male (Screw-on) Type Gauges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Using Female (Screw-on) Type Gauges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Reading the Gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
7 mm Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Type-N Gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
3.5 mm Gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Type-F Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Making Type-F Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
How to Make a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29
How to Separate a Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
4. Replaceable Parts

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General Information
Manual Overview
Manual Overview
This manual provides instructions for using the HP 8509X and
HP 8506X families of electronic calibration modules, with the HP
85097A PC interface kit. For information about the HP 85060C control
unit, refer to the Appendix section of the Electronic Calibration System
User’s Guide (HP part number 85091-90007).
ECal kits are available with modules having the following connector
types:
• 3.5 mm
• type-N 50 Ω
• 7 mm
• type-N 75 Ω
• 7-16
• type-F
For information about connector-type options, refer to “HP 8509X Series
Module ECal Kit Contents” on page 1-5, and “HP 8506X Series Module ECal Kit
Contents” on page 1-6.
This manual also provides replacement part numbers, specifications
and procedures for using, maintaining and troubleshooting the ECal
modules and their related equipment.
For clarification only, this manual refers to the HP 8509X family as
RF modules and the HP 8506X family as microwave modules.
NOTE ECal modules can be controlled using an HP 85060C control unit, or
a combination of the HP 85097A PC interface module and a customer
supplied PC.
Refer to the Electronic Calibration System User’s Guide (HP part
number 85091-90007) for information about the HP 85097A PC
interface system.
Refer to the HP 85060C Electronic Calibration Control Unit Operating,
Programming and Service Manual (HP part number 85060-90002) for
information about the HP 85060C control unit.
Prerequisite Knowledge
This manual assumes you know proper connector care. Refer to the
“Principles of Microwave Connector Care Quick Reference Card,”
located at the back of this manual. If another copy is needed, refer to
Chapter 4, “Replaceable Parts” for the HP part number. You can also
contact the nearest HP sales or service office for the customer training

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General Information
Manual Overview
course: “Understanding Connectors Used with Network Analyzers.”
The courses available are:
• HP 85050A + 24A (on-site)
• HP 85050A + 24D (at HP sales office)
Compatible Vector Network Analyzers
The ECal modules are supported by the following vector network
analyzers (VNAs):
Table 1-1 Supported Vector Network Analyzers
Vector Network Analyzer Firmware Revision
HP 8753C 4.13
HP 8753D 6.14 or higher
HP 8753E 7.12 or higher
HP 8510B 6.54
HP 8510C 7.00 or higher
HP 8719C 1.05
HP 8719D 6.14 or higher
HP 8720C 1.05
HP 8720D 6.14 or higher
HP 8722C 1.05
HP 8722D 6.14 or higher
HP 8753ES 7.60 or higher
HP 8753ET1
1. ET model analyzers do not have the capability to accommodate full 2-port
calibrations. Therefore, the only ECal calibration selection valid for these
analyzers is “S11 1-Port” which is equivalent to selecting “Reflection
1-Port” on an ET analyzer.
7.60 or higher
HP 8719ES 7.60 or higher
HP 8719ET17.60 or higher
HP 8720ES 7.60 or higher
HP 8720ET17.60 or higher
HP 8722ES 7.60 or higher
HP 8722ET17.60 or higher

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General Information
Manual Overview
Incoming Inspection
Refer to the “HP 8509X Series Module ECal Kit Contents” on page 1-5,
and “HP 8506X Series Module ECal Kit Contents” on page 1-6 to verify
the complete shipment of your ECal kit.
To verify electrical performance of the modules in this kit, refer to the
Electronic Calibration System User’s Guide (HP part number
85091-90007).
If the case or any device appears damaged, contact the nearest
Hewlett-Packard sales or service office listed in “Service and Support”
on page 1-9 of this manual. Hewlett-Packard will arrange for repair or
replacement of incomplete or damaged shipments without waiting for
settlement from the transportation company.
Equipment Recommended but Not Supplied
It is recommended that whenever possible, pin-depth gauge sets are
used with the HP 8509X and HP 8506X. Gauges and connector cleaning
supplies are not provided in this kit. Refer to Chapter 4, “Replaceable
Parts” in this manual for ordering information.

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General Information
HP 8509X Series Module ECal Kit Contents
HP 8509X Series Module ECal Kit Contents
HP 8509X Series Options Available
These options do not apply to the HP 85091A.
• Option 00M replaces the standard male and female module
connectors with two male connectors.
• Option 00F replaces the standard male and female module
connectors with two female connectors.
• Option 00A adds one male-to-male adapter, and one
female-to-female adapter. A torque wrench is added to the 3.5 mm
kit for use with the male-to-male adapter.
Table 1-2 HP 8509X Series Module ECal Kit Contents
Kit Model
Number and
Type Operating
Frequency 1Manuals Included Torque Wrench and
Torque Weight Other Tools
HP 85091A,
7 mm Kit 30 kHz to 6 GHz Calibration Module ECal Module Reference Guide 3/4 inch, 135 N-cm (12 in-lb) torque wrench for use on the
7 mm connectors
7 mm collet
extraction tool
HP 85092A,
Type-N 50 ΩKit 30 kHz to 6 GHz Calibration Module ECal Module Reference Guide 3/4 inch, 135 N-cm (12 in-lb) torque wrench for use on the
type-N 50 Ωconnectors
HP 85093A,
3.5 mm Kit 30 kHz to 6 GHz Calibration Module ECal Module Reference Guide 20 mm, 90 N-cm (8 in-lb) torque wrench for use on the
3.5 mm connectors
HP 85096A,
Type-N 75 ΩKit 30 kHz to 3.0 GHz Calibration Module ECal Module Reference Guide
HP 85098A,
7-16 Kit 30 kHz to 7.5 GHz Calibration Module ECal Module Reference Guide 1 1/16 inch, 226 N-cm (20 inch-lb) torque wrench for
use on the 7-16 connectors
15/16 inch open
end wrench
HP 85099A,
Type-F Kit 30 kHz to 3.0 GHz Calibration Module ECal Module Reference Guide 12mmopenend wrench
1. RF ECal kits have specified performance from 300 kHz, but will operate with typical performance
down to 30 kHz.

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General Information
HP 8506X Series Module ECal Kit Contents
HP 8506X Series Module ECal Kit Contents
HP 8506X Series Options Available
• Option 001 adds an RF (30 kHz to 6 GHz) calibration module.
The following options do not apply to the HP 85060B:
• Option 00M replaces the standard male and female module
connectors with two male connectors.
• Option 00F replaces the standard male and female module
connectors with two female connectors.
• Option 00A adds to the one male-to-male adapter, and one
female-to-female adapter. A torque wrench is added to the 3.5 mm
kit for use with the male-to-male adapter.
Table 1-3 HP 8506X Series ECal Kit Contents
Kit Model
Number and
Type
Operating
Frequency Manuals and Software Included Torque Wrench and Torque Weight Other Tools
HP 85060B
7 mm Kit 1 to 18 GHz Calibration
Module
ECal Module Reference Guide
Specification/Verification
Program Disks
3/4 inch, 135 N-cm (12 in-lb)
torque wrench for use on the
7mm connectors
7 mm collet
extraction tool
HP 85062B
3.5 mm Kit 1 to 26.5 GHz Calibration
Module
ECal Module Reference Guide
Specification/Verification
Program Disks
20 mm, 90 N-cm (8 in-lb)
torque wrench for use on the
3.5 mm connectors
HP 85064B
Type-N 50 Ω1 to 18 GHz Calibration
Module
ECal Module Reference Guide
Specification/Verification
Program Disks
3/4 inch, 135 N-cm (12 in-lb)
torque wrench for use on the
type-N 50 Ωconnectors

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General Information
Serial Numbers
Serial Numbers
A serial number label, similar to the one shown in Figure 1-1, is
attached to the calibration kit. The serial number uses the form
US3444 1234.
• The first six digits form the serial number prefix (the first two digits
are a country code, the next four are a year/week designation).
• The last four digits form the suffix (a simple counting sequence).
Figure 1-1 Typical ECal Kit Serial Number Label
In addition to the kit serial number, the calibration modules in each kit
are individually serialized. For your convenience, the following table
has been created for you to record these serial numbers. Recording the
serial numbers helps maintain the integrity of your kit. Kit integrity is
an important part of compliance with U.S. MIL-STD-45662A.
Microwave modules with serial numbers below 800 will need to be
retrofitted for operation with the new ECal system. The retrofitting
must be done by a qualified HP service office. Refer to “Service and
Support” on page 1-9 of this manual for contact information.
Table 1-4 ECal Kit and Individual Component Serial
Numbers
Model Number Serial Number

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Shipping Instructions
Shipping Instructions
If the instrument is being returned to Hewlett-Packard for service,
please include a service information tag (located at the end of this
manual), or provide the following information:
• Your company name and address
• A technical contact person within your company, and the person’s
complete telephone number
• The model number and serial number of the kit if you are returning
a complete kit
• The part numbers and serial numbers of the devices if you are
returning individual components of the kit
• Type of service required
• Any other applicable information
The foam-lined storage case in which the kit was shipped provides
protection during shipping. If you need replacement shipping supplies,
contact the nearest HP sales and service office for part numbers.

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General Information
Service and Support
Service and Support
Any adjustment, maintenance, or repair of this product must be
performed by qualified personnel. Contact a customer engineer through
the nearest HP service center. You can find a list of HP service centers
on the web at http://www.hp.com/go/tmdir.
If you do not have access to the Internet, one of these HP centers can
direct you to your nearest HP representative:

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Service and Support
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Chapter 1 1-11
General Information
Safety and Regulatory Information
Safety and Regulatory Information
Review this product and related documentation to familiarize yourself
with safety markings and instructions before you operate the
instrument. This product has been designed and tested in accordance
with international standards.
WARNING The WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a
procedure, practice, or the like, that, if not correctly performed
or adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do not proceed
beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are
fully understood and met.
CAUTION The CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an
operating procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss
of important data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the
indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

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General Information
Safety and Regulatory Information
Instrument Markings
Compliance Notices
Compliance With German Noise Requirements
This is to declare that this instrument is in conformance with the
German Regulation on Noise Declaration for Machines (Laermangabe
nach der Maschinenlaermrerordnung -3.GSGV Deutschand).
Compliance With EEC Directives
See the declaration of conformity on the following page.
When you see this symbol on your instrument, you should refer to
the instrument’s instruction manual for important information.
This symbol indicates hazardous voltages.
The laser radiation symbol is marked on products that have a
laser output.
This symbol indicates that the instrument requires alternating
current (ac) input.
The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European
Community. If it is accompanied by a year, it indicates the year the
design was proven.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian
Standards Association.
1SM1-A This text indicates that the instrument is an Industrial Scientific
and Medical Group 1 Class A product (CISPER 11, Clause 4).
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is ON.
This symbol indicates that the power line switch is OFF or in
STANDBY position.
The C-Tick mark is a registered trademark of the Australian
Spectrum Management Agency.
Acoustic Noise Emission/Geraeuschemission
LpA <70 dB
Operator position
Normal position
per ISO 7779
LpA <70 dB
am Arbeitsplatz
normaler Betrieb
nach DIN 45635 t.19
!

Chapter 1 1-13
General Information
Safety and Regulatory Information

2-1
2Specifications and
Characteristics

2-2 Chapter2
Specifications and Characteristics
Specifications: Terminology and Definitions
Specifications: Terminology and Definitions
The following terms and definitions are for both RF and microwave
ECal kits. The definitions are intended to help clarify terms used in the
specifications. The definitions are specific to these kits and are not
necessarily valid definitions for other Hewlett-Packard products.
Table 2-1 Specifications and Characteristics Terminology
Terms Definitions
Operating Temperature Range This is the temperature range over which the calibration
standards maintain performance to their specifications.
Error-corrected Temperature
Range This is the allowable vector network analyzer (VNA) ambient temperature drift during measurement calibration and during
measurements when VNA correction is turned on. It is also the
range over which the VNA maintains its specified performance
while correction is turned on. If this temperature range is
exceeded, the error-corrected performance of the VNA is
degraded.
Measurement Calibration This calibration determines the corrections necessary for
accuracy-enhanced (correction on) measurements.
Connector Pin Depth Values Pin depth is a relative measurement value between the center
conductor and outer conductor mating surfaces. All references to
pin depth in this manual treat positive (+) values as protrusions
of the center conductor, and negative (–) values as recessions of
the center conductor. Refer to Figure 2-1 on page 2-6 for an
explanation of the measured areas, and “Connector Pin Depth
Information” on page 2-8 for actual measurement values.
References to Connector Sex In this manual, adapters, calibration modules, and gauge
masters are referred to by the sex of their connector: a male
adapter has a male connector. A gauge is referred to by the sex of
the connector that it measures: a male gauge measures male
connectors. A male gauge has a corresponding female connector.

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Specifications and Characteristics
Environmental Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Table 2-2 Environmental Specifications for ECal Modules
Specifications Limits
Operating Temperature Range +20 to +26 ˚C (+68 to +79 ˚F)
Error-corrected Temperature Range ±1 ˚C of measurement calibration
temperature
Storage Temperature –40 to +75 ˚C (–40 to +167 ˚F)
Barometric Pressure (Altitude)1
Operation
Storage
1. It should be noted that the HP 85097A PC interface is not warranted for use above
3000 meters (10,000 feet).
<4,500 meters (15,000 feet)
<15,000 meters (50,000 feet)
Relative Humidity
Operation
Storage
Non-condensing at all times
0% to 80% (at 26 ˚C maximum dry bulb)
0% to 95% (at 26 ˚C maximum dry bulb)
EMIConducted Susceptibility
Radiated Susceptibility
Radiated Emissions
Magnetic Emissions
CETM 765
EN 50082-1/IEC 801-3
CISPR11
CETM 765