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Making Mixer Measurements
Measurement Considerations
Figure 2-2 Conversion Loss versus Output Frequency without Attenuators at Mixer Ports
Figure 2-3 Example of Conversion Loss versus Output Frequency with Attenuation at All Mixer Ports
Reducing the Effect of Spurious Responses
By choosing test frequencies (frequency list mode), you can reduce the effect of spurious responses on
measurements by avoiding frequencies that produce IF signal path distortion.
Eliminating Unwanted Mixing and Leakage Signals
By placing filters between the mixer's IF port and the receiver's input port, you can eliminate unwanted
mixing and leakage signals from entering the analyzer's receiver. Filtering is required in both fixed and