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Agilent Technologies 8753ES User Manual

Agilent Technologies 8753ES
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User’s Guide
Agilent Technologies
8753ET and 8753ES
Network Analyzers
Part Number 08753-90472
Printed in USA
April 2012
Supersedes June 2002
© Copyright 1999 2002, 2012 Agilent Technologies, Inc.

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Agilent Technologies 8753ES Specifications

General IconGeneral
Impedance50 Ohms
Number of Ports2
Frequency Resolution1 Hz
Displaycolor LCD
IF Bandwidth Range10 Hz
Data Points401
InterfaceGPIB, RS-232
Frequency Range30 kHz to 3 GHz, 6 GHz

Summary

Making Measurements

Using This Chapter

Overview of the topics covered in Chapter 1, focusing on measurement procedures and display functions.

Making a Basic Measurement

Step-by-step guide for performing a fundamental measurement on the analyzer, including setup and parameter selection.

Using Display Functions

Essential functions for customizing and optimizing the analyzer display for readability and analysis.

Using Markers

Explains how to use markers for obtaining numerical readings and analyzing trace data.

Measuring Electrical Length and Phase Distortion

Details procedures for measuring electrical length and phase distortion of devices.

Measuring Amplifiers

Covers measurement techniques for amplifier characteristics like gain, compression, and isolation.

Using the Swept List Mode to Test a Device

Guides on utilizing swept list mode for customized frequency sweeps, beneficial for high dynamic range devices.

Using Limit Lines to Test a Device

Explains limit testing by creating and applying flat, sloping, and single-point limit lines.

Using Test Sequencing

Automates repetitive measurement tasks by recording and replaying keystrokes.

Making Mixer Measurements

Mixer Measurement Capabilities

Overview of parameters the analyzer can measure for mixers and frequency converters.

Measurement Considerations

Discusses challenges and factors crucial for successful mixer measurements.

Conversion Loss Using the Frequency Offset Mode

Procedure for measuring mixer efficiency using frequency offset mode.

Isolation Example Measurements

Details methods for measuring signal leakage (feedthrough) in mixers.

Making Time Domain Measurements

Introduction to Time Domain Measurements

Explains time domain analysis for isolating device problems in time or distance.

Making Transmission Response Measurements

Demonstrates how to analyze transmission response using time domain analysis.

Making Reflection Response Measurements

Covers analyzing reflection response using time domain reflectometry (TDR) techniques.

Time Domain Bandpass Mode

Mode for band-limited devices, characterizing impulse response without DC restrictions.

Time Domain Low Pass Mode

Simulates TDR measurements to determine discontinuity types (resistive, capacitive, inductive).

Gating

Technique to selectively remove unwanted time domain responses for analysis.

Printing, Plotting, and Saving Measurement Results

Printing or Plotting Your Measurement Results

Details how to output measurement results to various peripherals like printers and plotters.

Configuring a Print Function

Guides through setting up printer connections and parameters for outputting results.

Saving and Recalling Instrument States

Covers saving and recalling instrument configurations and measurement data.

Saving Measurement Results

Explains different methods and formats for saving measurement data to disk.

Optimizing Measurement Results

Taking Care of Microwave Connectors

Essential techniques for proper connector care to ensure accurate measurements.

Increasing Measurement Accuracy

Identifies factors affecting accuracy and provides steps to improve measurement precision.

Making Accurate Measurements of Electrically Long Devices

Addresses challenges and methods for accurately measuring devices with long electrical delays.

Increasing Sweep Speed

Techniques to optimize analyzer sweep speed by adjusting measurement settings.

Reducing Noise

Utilizes analyzer functions like averaging and bandwidth reduction to minimize trace noise.

Calibrating for Increased Measurement Accuracy

Calibration Considerations

Discusses factors influencing calibration accuracy and standard device selection.

Procedures for Error Correcting Your Measurements

Provides example procedures for various error correction types to enhance measurement accuracy.

Power Meter Measurement Calibration

Covers calibrating the analyzer receiver to accurately measure absolute power.

Calibrating Using Electronic Calibration (ECal)

Describes the process of performing calibration using an ECal module for system error determination.

Operating Concepts

System Operation

Explains the fundamental components and operation of the network analyzer system.

Processing

Details the sequence of math operations and data arrays used in signal processing.

Sweep Time

Explains manual and automatic sweep time modes and their impact on measurement speed.

S-Parameters

Defines S-parameters and the notation used to characterize device signal flow.

Analyzer Display Formats

Covers various display formats like Log Magnitude, Phase, and Smith Chart for measured data.

Noise Reduction Techniques

Techniques such as averaging, smoothing, and IF bandwidth reduction to minimize trace noise.

Measurement Calibration

Explains how calibration removes system errors to improve measurement accuracy.

Knowing the Instrument Modes

Describes the different operating modes of the analyzer, including external source and tuned receiver.

Safety and Regulatory Information

General Information

Provides basic information on maintenance, assistance, and shipment for the instrument.

Safety Symbols

Explains safety symbols and their meanings used throughout the manual.

Safety Considerations

Crucial information on safe operation, handling, and power requirements for the instrument.

Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with various international safety and EMC standards.

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