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PACKARD
OPERATING
MANUAL
MODEL
3336A/B/C
SYNTHESIZER/LEVEL
GENERATOR
Serial Number 1930A00101 (3336A)
1931A00101 (3336B)
1932A00101 (3336C)
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This
manual
applies
to
instruments
with
the
above
serial
numbers
and
greater.
As
changes
are
made
in
the
instrument
to
improve
performance
and
reliability,
the
appropriate
pages
will
be
revised
to
include
this
information.
To
prevent
potential
fire
or
shock
hazard,
do
not
expose
equipment
to
rain
or
moisture.
Manual Part No. 03336-90011
Microfiche Part No. 03336-90061
©Copyright
1979, 1981,
1983
Hewlett-Packard
Company
Printed: July 1983

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CERTIFICATION
Hewlett-Packard Company certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the
Sactory. Hewlett-Packard further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States Na-
tional Bureau of Standards, to the extent allowed by the Bureau’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities
of other International Standards Organization members.
WARRANTY
This Hewlett-Packard product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year
from date of shipment [,except that in the case of certain components listed in Section I of this manual, the warranty
shall be for the specified period] . During the warranty period, Hewlett-Packard Company will, at its option, either
repair or replace products which prove to be defective.
For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility designated by -hp-. Buyer shall
prepay shipping charges to -hp- and -hp- shall pay shipping charges to return the product to Buyer. However, Buyer
shall pay all shipping charges, duties, and taxes for products returned to -hp- from another country.
HP software and firmware products which are designated by HP for use with a hardware product, when properly in-
stalled on that hardware product, are warranted not to fail to execute their programming instructions due to defects in
materials and workmanship. If HP receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, HP shall repair or
replace software media and firmware which do not execute their programming instructions due to such defects. HP
does not warrant that the operation of the software, firmware or hardware shall be uninterrupted or error free.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance: by Buyer,
Buyer-supplied software or interfacing, unauthorized modification or misuse, operation outside of the environmental
specifications for the product, or improper site preparation or maintenance.
NO OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY
DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES
THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE BUYER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. HEWLETT-
PACKARD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.
ASSISTANCE
Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements are available
Sor Hewlett-Packard products.
For any assistance, contact your nearest Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office.
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SAFETY SUMMARY
The
following
general
safety
precautions
must
be
observed
during
all
phases
of
operation,
service,
and
repair
of
this
instrument.
Failure
to
comply
with
these
precautions
or
with
specific
warnings
elsewhere
in
this
manual
violates
safety
standards
of
design,
manufacture,
and
intended
use
of
the
instrument.
Hewlett-Packard
Company
assumes
no
liability
for
the
customer's
failure
to
comply
with.
these requirements.
This is
a
Safety
Class 1
instrument.
GROUND THE INSTRUMENT
To minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and cabinet must be connected to an elec-
trical ground. The instrument is equipped with a three-conductor ac power cable. The power
cable must either be plugged into an.approved three-contact electrical outlet or used with a
three-contact to two-contact adapter with the grounding wire (green) firmly connected to an
electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet. The power jack and mating plug of the
power cable meet International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety standards.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any
electrical instrument in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS
Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and internal
adjustments must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not replace components
with power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may exist even with
the power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power and discharge circuits
before touching them.
DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE
Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person, capable of rendering first
aid and resuscitation, is present.
00 NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY INSTRUMENT
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or per-
form any unauthorized modification to the instrument. Return the instrument to a Hewlett-
Packard Sales and Service Office for service and repair to ensure that safety features are main-
tained.
DANGEROUS PROCEDURE WARNINGS
Warnings, such as the example below, precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout
this manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed.
Dangerous voltages, capable of causing death, are present in this instrument. Use ex-
treme caution when handling, testing, and adjusting.

SAFETY SYMBOLS
General Definitions of Safety Symbols Used On Equipment or In Manuals.
Instruction manual symbol: the product will be marked with this
symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instruction
manual in order to protect against damage to the instrument.
Indicates dangerous voltage (terminals fed from the interior by
voltage exceeding 1000 volts must be so marked).
Protective conductor terminal. For protection against electrical
shock in case of a fault. Used with field wiring terminals to in-
dicate the terminal which must be connected to ground before
Operating equipment.
Low-noise or noiseless, clean ground (earth) terminal. Used for a
signal common, as well as providing protection against electrical
shock in case of a fault. A terminal marked with this symbol must
be connected to ground in the manner described in the installation
(operating) manual, and before operating the equipment.
Frame or chassis terminal. A connection to the frame (chassis) of
the equipment which normally includes all exposed metal struc-
tures.
Alternating current (power line).
Direct current (power line).
Alternating or direct current (power line).
The WARNING sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a pro-
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formed or adhered to, could result in injury or death to personnel.
The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an
operating procedure, practice, condition or the like, which,if not
correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or
destruction of part or all of the product.
The NOTE sign denotes important information. It calls attention
to procedure, practice, condition or the like, which is essential to
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Model 3336A/B/C
SECTION |
GENERAL INFORMATION
1-1. INTRODUCTION.
1-2. This Operating Manual contains information necessary to install and operate the Hewlett-
Packard Model 3336A/B/C Synthesizer/Level Generator. Also included with the
-hp-3336A/B/C is a Service Manual that provides procedures to install, operate, test, ad-
just, and service the -hp-3336A/B/C.
1-3. This manual is divided into three sections, each covering a specific topic or aspect of
the instrument. The section divisions are: General Information, Installation and Interfac-
ing, and Front Panel and Remote Operation. This section of the manual contains the per-
formance specifications and general operating characteristics of the -hp-3336A/B/C. Also
listed are available options and accessories, and instrument and manual identification
information.
1-4. The -hp- part number of this Operating Manual is listed on the title page. Also listed
on the title page is a Microfiche part number. This Microfiche part number can be used to
order 4 X 6inch microfilm transparencies of the Operating Manual. Each microfiche package
also includes the latest Manual Changes supplement as well as pertinent Service Notes.
1-5. SPECIFICATIONS.
1-6. Instrument specifications and supplemental characteristics are listed in Table 1-1. The
specifications are the performance standards or limits against which the instrument is tested.
Supplemental characteristics are included in Table 1-1 as additional information for the
user.
1-7. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS.
1-8. This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal).
The instrument and manual should'be reviewed for safety markings, instructions, cautions
and warnings to ensure safe operation.
1-9. INSTRUMENTS COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.
1-10. Attached to the instrument rear panel is a serial number plate. The serial number is in
the form: 0000A00000. It is in two parts; the first four digits and letter are the serial prefix
and the last five digits are the suffix. The prefix is the same for all identical instruments; it
changes only when a major change is made to the instrument. The suffix, however, is assigned
sequentially and is different for each instrument. The contents of this manual apply to in-
struments with the same serial number prefix and higher serial number suffixes listed under
SERIAL NUMBERS on the title page.
1-11. If your instrument’s serial number suffix is lower than that listed on the title page,
refer to Section VII, Backdating of the Service Manual. There, you will find information
to backdate your manual, making it apply to your instrument.
General Information
1-1

General Information
Table 1-1. Specifications and General Information.
FREQUENCY
Model
3336A:
75
ohm
unbalanced
10
Hz
to
20.999
999
999
MHz
150
ohm
balanced
10 kHz
to
2.099
999
999
MHz
600
ohm
balanced
200
Hz
to
109.999
999
kHz
Model
3336B:
75
ohm
unbalanced
10
Hz
to
20.999
999
999
MHz
124
ohm
balanced
10
kHz
to
10.999
999 999
MHz
135
ohm
balanced
10 kHz
to
2.099
999
999
MHz
600
ohm
balanced
200
Hz
to
109.999
999
kHz
Model
3336C:
50
ohm
unbalanced
10
Hz
to
20.999
999
999
MHz
75
ohm
unbalanced
10
Hz
to
20.999
999
999
MHz
Resolution:
1 wHz for frequencies < 100 kHz
1 mHz for frequencies = 100 kHz
Aging Rate: (instruments without Option 004)
+5 x 107-5 per year (20° to 30°C)
Warm-Up Time:
30 minutes
AMPLITUDE
Model 3336A: 75 ohm output — 72.99 to + 7.00 dBm
150 ohm output -— 78.23 to +1.76 dBm
600 ohm output ~ 72.99 to +7.00 dBm
Model 33368: 75 ohm output - 72.99 to + 7.00 dBm
124 ohm output -— 78.23 to +1.76 dBm
135 ohm output — 78.23 to + 1.76 dBm
600 ohm output — 72.99 to + 7.00 dBm
Model 3336C: 50 ohm output '-71.23 to +8.76 dBm
75 ohm output — 72.99 to + 7.00 dBm
Absolute
Accuracy:
specified
at
10
kHz
for
the
50,
75
and
600
ohm
outputs:
specified
at
50
kHz
for
the
124,
135
and
150
ohm
outputs,
after
30
minutes
warmup.
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+ .05 dB, for the top 9.99 dB of amplitude range (20° to 30°C)
+ .08 dB, for the top 9.99 dB of amplitude range (0° to 55°C)
Flatness:
referenced
to
amplitudes
at
10
kHz
for
the
50,
75
and
600
ohm
outputs;
referenced
to
amplitudes
at
50
kHz
for
the
124,
135
and
150
ohm
outputs.
Model
3336A
10Hz
200
10K
50K
109K
2.09M
20.9MHz
+ .1dB(+ .07 dB with Option 005)
75 ohm output
150 ohm output
600 ohm output
Model 3336B 10Hz 200 10K. 50K 109K 2.09M 10.9M 20.9MHz
+ .1dB(+ .07 dB with Option 005)
75 ohm output
124 ohm output
135 ohm output
600 ohm output
Mode! 3336C 10Hz 20.9 MHz
50 and 75 ohm outputs + .1 dB (+ .07 dB with Option 005)
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Table 1-1. Specifications and General Information (Cont'd).
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Attenuator Accuracy: (instruments without Option 005)
Attenuation 10Hz 20.9MHz
10 to 19.99 dB
20 to 39.99 dB
40 to 79.99 dB
NOTE
Amplitude Accuracy is the sum of Absolute Accuracy and, as needed, Flatness and
Attenuator Accuracy.
Warm-Up Time:
30 minutes
MAIN SIGNAL OUTPUTS
On Carrier Return Loss:
Model 3336A 1OHz 10K 30K 2.09M 10.9M 2.09MHz
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150 ohm output > 20 dB} > 30 dB
Model 3336B 10Hz 10K 30K 2.09M 10.9M 20.9MHz
75 ohm output > 30 dB
124 ohm output > 20 dB > 30 dB
135 ohm output > 20 dB] > 30 dB
Model 3336C 10K 30K 2.09M 10.9M
50 ohm output > 30dB > 25 dB*
75 ohm output . > 30 dB
*Return Loss of 50 ohm output is > 30 dB to 20.9 MHz with Option 005.
Balance:
Seas s Bs
Model 3336A 300Hz 10K 50K 2.09MHz
150 ohm output > 36 dB
600 ohm output > 38 dB
Model 3336B 300Hz 10K 50K
124 ohm output
135 ohm output
600 ohm output
SPECTRAL PURITY
Integrated Phase Noise:
Model 3336A and 3336B ;
< - 72 dB, for a 3 kHz band, centered 2 kHz either side of a 20 MHz carrier.
Model 3336C
< - 64 dB, for a 30 kHz band, centered on a 20 MHz carrier, excluding 1 Hz about
the carrier.
Phase Jitter:
.3° peak to peak maximum, measured per Bell System Technical Reference PUB 41009, ‘‘Transmission
Parameters Affecting Voiceband Data Transmission-Measuring Techniques May 1975’’ and per CCITT Orange
Book, Volume !IV.2 ‘‘Specifications of Measuring Equipment’’.
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Model 3336A/B/C
Table 1-1. Specifications and General Information (Cont'd).
HARMONIC DISTORTION
No harmonically related signal will exceed these values with respect to the carrier:
10Hz 30 50 10K 100K 1M 5M 20.9MHz
Spurious: (dc to 200 MHz except where noted)
Fast Leveling Off
Fast Leveling On
All non-harmonically related signals from dc to 200 MHz will be more than 70 dB below the carrier or less than one
of the following levels, whichever is greater.
Model 3336A without Option 005 with Option 005
75 ohm output - 100 dBm -115 dBm
150 ohm output -— 100 dBm (to 10 MHz) - 100 dBm (to 10 MHz)
600 ohm output* ~— 100 dBm (to 10 MHz) -— 100 dBm (to 10 MHz)
Model 3336B without Option 005 with Option 005
75 ohm output -— 100 dBm ~115 dBm
124 ohm output - 100 dBm -— 115 dBm
135 ohm output -— 100 dBm -115 dBm
600 ohm output* - 100 dBm -—~115 dBm
Model 3336C without Option 005 with Option 005
50 ohm output - 100 dBm -—~115 dBm
75 ohm output -— 100 dBm -—115 dBm
*Line related signals from the 600 ohm outputs will be more than 70 dB below the carrier or - 83 dBm whichever is greater.
Amplitude Blanking:
Maximum signal output during amplitude blanking: < —85 dBm
Impulse Level in adjacent channels caused by amplitude blanking: > 22 dBm 0
PHASE OFFSET
Range:
+ 719.9° with respect to arbitrary starting phase or assigned zero phase.
Resolution: 0.1°
Increment Accuracy: + 0.2°
Ambient Stability; + 1 degree of phase per degree C.
FREQUENCY SWEEP
Swesp Flatness:
+ .15 dB, Normal Leveling, 50 Hz to 1 MHz, .5s Sweep Time.
+ .15 dB, Fast Leveling, 10 kHz to 20 MHz, .03s Sweep Time.
Sweep Time
Linear Sweep: .01 sec to 99.99 sec
Single Log Sweep: 2 sec to 99.99 sec
Continuous Log Sweep: .1 sec to 99.99 sec
Minimum Sweep Width
log Sweep: 1 decade
Linear Sweep: Minimum Bandwidth (Hz) = .1(Hz/sec) x Sweep Time (sec)
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Model 3336A/B/C General Information
Table 1-1. Specifications and General Information (Cont'd).
Phase Continuity:
Sweep is phase continuous over the full frequency range
AMPLITUDE MODULATION
Modulation Depth: O to 100 %
Modulation Frequency Range: 50 Hz to 50 kHz
Envelope Distortion: < -— 30 dBc to 80% modulation
Input Impedance: >20 k Q
PHASE MODULATION
Range: O to + 850°
Linearity: < + .5% of peak to peak deviation from best fit straight line.
Modulation Frequency Range: dc to 5 kHz
Input Sensitivity: + 5 V peak for =~ 850° phase shift (=~ 170°/volt)
Input Impedance: >20 k 2
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Frequency Switching Time: (Time to settle to within 1 Hz to final value, exclusive of programming and processing time)
< 10 ms for 100 kHz step
< 25 ms for 1 MHz step
< 70 ms for 20 MHz step
Phase Switching Time: (to within 90° of phase lock, exclusive of programming and processing time}
< 15 ms
Amplitude Switching Time: (to within .1 dB of final value, exclusive of programming and processing time)
< 500 ms
AUXILIARY OUTPUTS
AUX 0 dBm:
Frequency range is from 21 MHz to 60.999 999 999 MHz (underrange to 20.000 000 001 MHz). Amplitude is
O dBm (50 ohm).
SYNC OUT:
Square wave with Vhigh 2 1.2 V, Vigw S 0.2 V into 50 ohms, to synchronize other instruments to the Main Signal
Outputs. Level transition occurs at Main Signal Output zero crossing.
REF OUT:
O dBm (50 ohm), 1 MHz signal for phase-locking additional instruments to the Model 3336.
10 MHz OVEN OUT:
Instruments with Option 004, only. O dBm (50 ohm), 10 MHz signal from a temperature stabilized, crystal oscillator
for phase-locking the Model 3336 or other instruments.
X DRIVE:
Oto > + 10 Vdc linear ramp proportional to the sweep frequency. Linearity, + 1% of final value, 10% to 90%,
best fit straight line.
Z BLANK:
Sweep related TTL compatible voltage levels. Low level is capable of sinking current from a positive voltage source.
Maximum Current = 200 mA
Maximum Voltage = + 45 Vdc
Maximum Power Dissipation = 1 W (V x A)
MARKER:
TTL compatible high to low level transition at the programmed Marker Frequency.
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Model
3336A/B/C
Table 1-1. Specifications and General Information (Cont'd).
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AUXILIARY INPUTS
EXT REF IN:
For phase-locking the 3336A/B/C to an externai frequency reference. Signai from 0 dBm to + 20 dBm (50 onm).
Signal frequency must be within 1 x 10~-§ of a sub-harmonic of 10 MHz from 1 MHz to 10 MHz.
AMPTD MOD: :
Amplitude modulation input (see AMPLITUDE MODULATION specifications)
PHASE MOD:
Phase modulation input (see PHASE MODULATION specifications)
EXTERNAL LEVELING:
Input from an External Leveling voltage source to regulate the signal amplitude at a remote point. Input
Sensitivity: 1 dB/Volt, +.25 dB
OPTION 004, HIGH STABILITY FREQUENCY REFERENCE
Aging Rate:
+ 5x 107-8 per week after 72 hours continuous operation.
+ 1x 10~7 per month after 15 days continuous operation.
Ambient Stability:
+ 5x 10-8 maximum, 0° to 55°C
Warm-Up Time:
Reference frequency will be within 1 x 10-7 of the turn-off frequency, 20 minutes after turn-on, for an off time less
than 24 hours.
OPTION 005, HIGH ACCURACY ATTENUATOR
Attenuation 10Hz 20 MHz 4
10 to 19.99 dB + .035 dB ©
20 to 39.99 dB + .06 dB
40 to 79.99 dB
GENERAL
Operating Environment:
Temperature: O° to 55°C
Relative Humidity: <= 85%, O° to 40°C
Altitude: < 15,000 ft. (< 4600 meters)
Storage Environment:
Temperature: —50° to + 65°C
Altitude: < 50,000 ft. (< 15,000 meters)
Power Requirements:
100/120, 220/240 V, +5%, - 10%, 48 to 66 Hz, 60 VA (100 VA with all options), 10 VA standby.
Size: 132.6 mm (5 1/4 in) high x 425.5 mm (16-3/4) wide x 497.8 (19-5/8) deep
Weight: 10 kg (22 Ibs.) net, 15.5 kg (34 Ibs.) shipping
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Model 3336A/B/C General Information
1-12.
This
manual
may
have
a
yellow
Manual
Change
Supplement
with
it.
This
supplement
contains
information
for correcting
errors
in
the
manual and new information
to
keep
your
manual
current.
To
keep
this
manual
as
current
and
accurate
as
possible,
Hewlett-Packard
recommends
that
you
periodically
request the
latest
Manual Change
Supplement.
The
sup-
plement
for
this
manual
is
identified
with
the
manual
print
date
and
part
number.
Both
ap-
pear on
the
manual
title page.
Complimentary
copies
of
the
supplement
are
available
from
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1-13. DESCRIPTION.
1-14.
The
Hewlett-Packard
Model
3336
Synthesizer/Level
Generator
is
an
accurate,
stable
and
spectrally
pure
sine
wave
source,
producing
synthesized
frequencies
with
11
digits
of
resolution
from
10
Hz
to
20.999 999
999 MHz
and
precise output
levels
from —
72.99 to
+7.00
dBm
(75
ohm
output)
in
.01 dBm
steps.
A
general purpose
model
and two com-
munications
models
are
available,
each
having
a different
combination
of balanced
and un-
balanced
outputs,
output impedances
and
output
connectors.
1-15. AVAILABLE MODELS.
1-16. The Model 3336 is manufactured as one of three models identified by the letters A, B
or C following the model number. The difference between models is the configuration of the
front panel outputs. The outputs on each model are:
1-17. ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED.
MODEL OUTPUTS ACCEPTS CONNECTOR TYPE
e oo
3336A 75 ohm unbal | 75 ohm BNC
150 ohm bal Siemens type 3 prong 9REL STP-6 AC
600 ohm bal Siemens type 3 prong 9REL STP-6 AC
3336A with 75 ohm unbal | Siemens type 1.6/5mm coaxial
Option 001 150 ohm bal Siemens type 3 prong 9REL STP-6 AC
600 ohm bal Siemens type 3 prong 9REL STP-6 AC
3336B 75 ohm unbal | WECO type 439A or 440A
124 ohm bal WECO type 443A
135 ohm bal WECO type 241A
600 ohm bal WECO type 310
3336B with 75 ohm unbal | WECO type 358A
Option 001 | 124 ohm bal WECO type 372A
135 ohm bal WECO type 241A
600 ohm bal WECO type 310
3336C 50 ohm unbal | 50 ohm BNC
75 ohm unbal | 75 ohm BNC
1-18. A special BNC to BNC connector is supplied with the High Stability Frequency
Reference (Option 004) to connect the High Stability Frequency Reference to the instru-
ment. This connector is -hp- Part No. 1250-1499.
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General Information
1-19. ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE.
1-20. The following accessories are available for use with the Model 3336A/B/C:
Description
11048C 50 ohm Feedthrough Termination
11094B 75 ohm Feedthrough Termination
11356A Ground Isolator
85428B 50 to 75 2 Minimum Loss Impedance
Matching Pad
03336-68702 High Stability Frequency
Reference Kit (converts standard
instrument to Option 004)
5061-0077 Rack Mount Flange Kit (Option 908)
5061-0083 Rack Mount Flange/Front Handle Kit
(Option 909)
5061-0089 Front Handle Kit (Option 907)
Model 3336A/B/C

Model
3336A/B/C
General
Information
1-21. OPTIONS.
1-22.
The
following
options
are
available
for
the
Model
3336
Synthesizer/Level
Generator;
Option 001, Special Output connectors (Model 3336A and B only)
See Paragraph 1-15
Option 004, High Stability Frequency Reference
Option 005, High Accuracy Attenuator
Option 907, Front Handle Assembly
Option 908, Rack Mount Flange Kit
Option 909, Rack Mount Flange Kit/Front Handle Assembly
Option 910, Additional Operating and Service Manuals
OPTION 908
RACK MOUNT FLANGE KIT
@ HANDLE KIT, BENCH OPERATION
™ LE:
im Se a
OPTION 909 2
ft
-
s
Ze
— |
a “a |
: > |
|
a
Lae?
RACK MOUNT FLANGE/FRONT HANDLE KIT
Figure 1-1, Rack Mounting and Handle Kits.
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Model 3336A/B/C Installation
SECTION II
INSTALLATION
|_| B a &
2-1. INTRODUCTION.
2-2. This section contains instructions for installing and interfacing the Model 3336A/B/C
Synthesizer/Level Generator. Included are initial inspection procedures, power and groun-
ding requirements, line voltage selection, environmental requirements, installation instruc-
tions, HP-IB connection procedure, and instructions for repackaging for shipment.
2-3. INITIAL INSPECTION.
2-4. Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container or cushioning
material is damaged, it should be kept until the contents of the shipment have been checked
for completeness and the instrument has been checked mechanically and electrically. This in-
strument was carefully inspected both mechanically and electrically before shipment. It
should be free of mars and scratches and in perfect electrical order upon receipt. Procedures
for checking electrical performance are given in Section IV. If there is mechanical damage or
defect or if the instrument does not pass the electrical performance test, notify the nearest
Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office listed at the end of this manual. If the shipping
container is damaged or the cushioning material shows signs of stress, notify the carrier as
& well as the Hewlett-Packard office. Keep the shipping material for the carrier’s inspection.
The warranty statement is located in the front of this manual.
2-5. PREPARATION FOR USE.
2-6. Power Requirements.
2-7. The Model 3336 requires a power source of 100, 120, 220, or 240 V ac, +5%, —10%,
48 to 66 Hz single phase. Power consumption is 100 VA maximum.
Before connecting ac power to this instrument, make sure the
Model 3336 is set to the line voltage of the power source. Also en-
sure that the common connection of the power outlet is connected
to a protective earth contact.
2-8. Line Voltage Selection.
2-9. The line voltage selection switches are set at the factory to correspond to the most com-
monly used line voltage of the country of destination. The serial number plate (located on
the rear panel) is marked at the factory to indicate the selected line voltage. To reduce confu-
sion, update this plate every time the line voltage switches are changed. Information
necessary to change the line voltage selection is in the Power Supply PERNICE Group of the
& Operating and Service Manual.

Installation
Model
3336A/B/C
Make sure the correct fuse is installed for the selected line voltage!
Line Voltage
100/120 Vac
220/240 Vac
-hp- Part Number
1 Amp 2110-0001
Y% Amp | 2110-0012
USE FAST BLOW TYPE FUSES ONLY! Using slow blow type
Juses or fuse values other than those recommended defeats an im-
portant protection circuit and will damage the Model 3336.
2-10. Power Cable.
2-11. In accordance with international safety standards, this instrument is equipped with a
three-wire cable. When connected to an appropriate power line outlet, this cable grounds the
instrument cabinet. The type of power cable shipped with each instrument depends on the
country of destination. Refer to Figure 2-1 for the connector configuration and -hp- part
number of the available power cables.
280 V
OPERATION
YS
|
SQ
PLUG*: SEV 1011.1959-24507
PLUG*: CEE?-V1t PLUG*: CEE22-V1 TYPE
CABLE*: HP 8120-1692 CABLE*: HP 6120-1860 CABLE‘: HP 8120-2856 CABLE*: HP 8120-2104
125 V-6a"° 128 V-6Aa°°
“&
PLUG*: NEMA 1-16P PLUG*: NZSS 19B/AS C112 PLUG*: BS 1363A PLUG*: NEMA 5-15
CABLE*: HP 8120-0684 CABLE*: HP 8120-0698 CABLE*: HP 8120-1703 CABLE*: HP 8120-0698 . CABLE*: HP 8120-1621
* The number shown for the plug ie the industry identifier for the plug only.
The number shown for the cable is en HP pert number for e complete cable including the plug.
* UL Hetad for use in the United States of America
Figure 2:1. Power Cables.
2:12. HP-IB Connections.
2-13. Interconnection data concerning the rear panel HP-IB connector is provided in Figure
2-2. This connector is compatible with the -hp- 10833 (A,B,C, or D) HP-IB cables. The lengths
of these cables are as follows:
10833A 1 meter
10833B 2 meters
10833C 4 meters
10833D .5 meters

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Model 3336A/B/C
Up to 15 instruments (including the controller) may be connected in an HP-IB system. The
HP-IB cables have identical stacking connectors on both ends so that several cables can be
connected
to
a
single
source.
As
a
practical
matter,
avoid
stacking
more
than
three
or
four
cables on any one connector. If the stack gets too large, the force on the stack can produce
enough leverage to damage the connector mounting. Be sure that the connector screws are
tightened
firmly
in
place
to
keep
it
from
working
loose
during
use,
and
be
sure
to
observe
the
CAUTION of Figure 2-2.
ST0- 8 4090
The 3336A contains metric threaded HP-I8 cable mounting
studs as opposed to English threads. Metric threaded -hp-
10833 A, 8B, C, or D HP-iB cable lockscrews must be used
to secure the cable to the instrument. Identification of the
two types of mounting studs and lockscrews is made by
their color. English threaded fasteners are colored silver and
metric threaded fasteners are colored black. DO NOT mate
silver and black fasteners to each other or the threads of
either or both will be destroyed. Metric threaded HP-/B cable
hardware illustrations and part numbers follow.
0101
D102
DI03
D104
DIOS
DIO6
D107
bt08
EOI
REN
DAV
NRFO
LOCKSCREW
LONG
MOUNTING
STUD
SHORT
MOUNTING
STUD
NDAC
1390-0360
0380-0643
0380-0644
IFC
SRQ
ATN
SHIELD—CHASSIS GROUND
P/O TWISTED PAIR WITH PIN 6
P/O TWISTED PAIR WITH PIN 7 ee
P/O TWISTED PAIR WITH PIN 8 INTERNALLY
P/O TWISTED PAIR WITH PIN 9 CONNECTED
P/O TWISTED PAIR WITH PIN 10 TO AN
P/O TWISTED PAIR WITH PIN 11 ISOLATED
ISOLATED DIGITAL GROUND GROUND:
Figure 2-2. HP-IB Connector.
2-14.
Cable
Length
Restrictions.
System
components
can
be
interconnected
in
virtually
any
configuration.
However,
to
achieve
reliable
system
performance,
proper
voltage
levels
and
timing
relationships
must
be
maintained.
If
the
system
cable
is
too
long,
the
lines
cannot
be
driven
properly
and
the
system
will
fail
to
perform.
The
maximum
length
of
cable
that
can
be
used
to
connect
a
group
of
instruments
must
not
exceed
2
meters
(6.5
ft.)
times
the
number
of
instruments
to
be
connected,
or
20
meters
(65.6
ft.),
whichever
is
less.
2-15. 3336 Listen/Talk Address.
2-16.
The
Model
3336
is
normally
shipped
from
the
factory
with
the
Device
address
of
4,
(talk
address
D,
listen
address
$).
The
address
switches
are
located
on
the
rear
panel.
The
binary
weighted
HP-IB
address
switches
1
thru
5
set
the
Device
address
and
consequently
the
Talk
and
Listen
address.
All
the
possible
Device,
Listen
and
Talk
addresses
and
the
HP-IB
address
switch
positions
are
shown
in
Table
2-1.
Switch
6,
marked
‘‘Listen
Only’’,
disables
the
instruments
talk
capability.
This
is
normally
left
in
the
position
(talk
enabled).
Switch
7
is
not
used.
The
instrument
will
display
its
Device
address
for
1
second
after
pressing
the
Blue
Shift
key
and
then
the
LOCAL
key.
Installation
2-3

Installation
Table 2-1. HP-IB Addresses.
Model 3336A/B/C
Factory
Selected ————————_> $
Address
ASC!I Code
Character Address Switches
A5 A4 AB A2 Al
Listen
sP @ 0 0 0 0°90
! A 0 0 0 0 1
- B 0 0 0 1 90
# Cc 0 0 oO 1 1
D 0 0 1 0 0
% E 0 o 1 0 141
& F 0 0 1 1 +0
i G o o 7 1 1
( H o 1 0 0 #0
) \ 0 1 0 0 1
: J o 1 0 1 «0
+ K o 1 0 1 1
L o 1 1 0 0
= M o 1 1 0 41
N o 114 4 =O
/ fe) o 4141 1 1
@ P 1 0 0 0 0O
1 Q 1 0 0O 0 1
2 R 1 0 OO 1 90
3 Ss 1 OO 1 1
4 T 1 oO 1 O O
5 U 1 0 1 0 14
6 Vv 1 0 1 71 =O
7 Ww 1 0 1 1 1
8 x 1 1 0 0 =O
9 Y 1 1 0 0 1
: 2 1 #1 0 1 +0
; ( 7 °#4 0 71 1
< \ 1 1 71 +0 0
= } 1 1 17 #0 1
> ~ 1 1 71 +4 =«0
Listen Address Switches
did d Abd |.
NOTE
The Equivalent Codes shown correspond only to the 5-bit binary
switch code. These bits are the same for both listen and talk ad-
dresses. The sixth and seventh bits determine whether the ad-
dress is listen (01) or talk (10). Some controllers distinguish bet-
ween talk and listen automatically, requiring only the Device ad-
dress (decimal equivalent).
5-bit
Decimal Code

Model 3336A/B/C Installation
2-17. HP-IB Description.
2-18. A description of the HP-IB is provided in Section III of this manual. A study of this
information is necessary if you are not familiar with the HP-IB concept. Additional infor-
mation concerning the design criteria and operation of the bus is available in IEEE Standard
488-1978 ‘“‘IEEE Standard Digital Interface for Programmable Instrumentation’’.
2:19. Connecting Oven Option 004.
2-20. In order to use the Oven Option 004, an external connection must be made between
the rear panel 10 MHz OVEN OUTPUT and the REF IN connectors. A special connector
for this purpose, -hp- Part No. 1250-1499, is supplied with instruments having Option 004.
To prevent potential electrical or fire hazard, do not expose equip-
ment to rain or moisture.
2-21. OPERATING ENVIRONMENT.
2-22. In order for the Model 3336 to meet the specifications listed in Table 1-1, the
operating environment must be within the following limits:
Temperature 0 to +55°C
Relative Humidity <85% at 40°C
Altitude 4600 meters
(15,000 feet)
2-23. Cooling System.
2-24. The cooling fan intake and the exhaust vent are located in the rear panel. When
operating the instrument, provide at least 75 mm (3 inches) of clearance at the rear, and at
least 7 mm (4 inch) on all sides of the instrument. Failure to allow adequate air circulation
will result in excessive internal temperature, reducing instrument reliability.
2-25. It is imperative that the fan filter be inspected frequently and cleaned or replaced as
necessary to permit the free flow of air through the instrument. To clean the filter, remove
the four nuts that secure the filter retainer. Remove the filter and flush with soapy water,
rinse clean, and air dry.
2-26. Bench Operation.
2-27. The instrument has plastic feet attached to the bottom panel. The front feet contain
foldaway tilt stands for convenience in bench operation. The tilt stand raises the front of the
instrument for easier viewing of the control panel. The plastic feet are shaped to make
full width modular instruments self-align when they are stacked. A front handle kit, -hp- Part
No. 5061-0089 (Option 907), can be installed for ease of handling the instrument on the
bench (see Figure 2-3). The kit is shipped with the instrument if Option 907 is ordered.
@ Otherwise, the front handle kit is available separately by its -hp- part number.

Installation
2-30. STORAGE AND SHIPMENT.
2-31. Environment.
2-32. The instrument should be stored in a clean, dry environment. The following en-
vironmental limitations apply to both storage and shipment:
Temperature — 50°C to + 65°C
Relative Humidity 95% at 40°C
Altitude 15,300 meters
(50,000 feet)
2-33. Instrument Identification.
2-34. If the instrument is being returned to Hewlett-Packard for servicing, attach a tag in-
dicating the type of service required, return address, model number, and full serial number.
In any correspondence, refer to the instrument by model number and full serial number.
2-35. Packaging.
2-36. Original Packaging. If the original packaging has been retained, pack the instrument
in the same manner as it was received. Be sure to seal the shipping container securely. Also,
mark the container FRAGILE to assure careful handling.
2-37. Other Packaging. The following general instructions should be used for repackaging
with commercially available materials.
a. Wrap the instrument in heavy paper or plastic. (If shipping to a Hewlett-Packard of-
fice or service center, attach a tag indicating the type of service required, return address,
model number, and full serial number.)
b. Use a strong shipping container. A double-wall carton made of 250-pound test material
is adequate.
c. Use enough shock-absorbing material (3-to-4 inch layer)around all sides of the instru-
ment to provide firm cushion and prevent movement inside the container. Protect the con-
trol panel with cardboard.
d. Seal the shipping container securely.
e. Mark the shipping container FRAGILE to assure careful handling.
Model 3336A/B/C