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Agilent Technologies E4411B User Manual

Agilent Technologies E4411B
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Users Guide
Agilent Technologies
ESA SpectrumAnalyzers
This guide documents firmware revision A.05.xx
Manufacturing Part Number: E4401-90189
Supersedes E4401-90174 Includes changes documented in E4401-90254
Printed in USA
August 2000
© Copyright 2000 Agilent Technologies
This manual provides documentation for the following instruments:
Agilent Technologies ESA-E Series
Agilent Technologies ESA-L Series
and
E4401B (9 kHz–1.5 GHz)
E4402B (9 kHz–3.0 GHz)
E4404B (9 kHz–6.7 GHz)
E4405B (9 kHz–13.2 GHz)
E4407B (9 kHz–26.5 GHz)
E4411B (9 kHz–1.5 GHz)
E4403B (9 kHz–3.0 GHz)
E4408B (9 kHz–26.5 GHz)

Table of Contents

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Agilent Technologies E4411B Specifications

General IconGeneral
DisplayLCD
Frequency Resolution1 Hz
Display Resolution320 x 240 pixels
Input ConnectorN-type female
Power Range-70 dBm to +20 dBm
Power Supply100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Weight4.5 kg
Input Impedance50 ohms

Summary

1. Preparing for Use

Initial Inspection

Inspect the shipping container and verify that the contents are complete. Keep the container and cushioning material until you have inspected the analyzer.

Power Requirements

The analyzer is a portable instrument and requires no physical installation other than connection to a power source.

2. Getting Started

Front-Panel Features

Describes the functions of the keys on the front panel.

Rear-Panel Features

Overview of the analyzer's rear panel connectors and controls.

Making a Measurement

Guide to performing a basic measurement using the internal 50 MHz amplitude reference signal.

Analyzer Accuracy and the Internal Alignment Process

Information on internal alignment routines and warm-up time for accurate measurements.

3. Functional Testing

Displayed Average Noise Level

Details test limits and procedures for measuring displayed average noise level.

Frequency Readout Accuracy

Describes testing the analyzer's frequency readout accuracy with a known signal.

Frequency Response

Details test limits and procedures for measuring frequency response.

Reference Level Accuracy

Describes testing the accuracy of the analyzer's reference level.

Resolution Bandwidth Switching Uncertainty

Explains how to measure amplitude variation when switching resolution bandwidths.

Scale Fidelity

Details testing the accuracy of the analyzer's amplitude scale.

Second Harmonic Spurious Responses

Describes the test for second harmonic distortion.

Tracking Generator Level Flatness

Explains how to measure tracking generator level flatness for various models.

4. Troubleshooting

Before You Call Agilent Technologies

Provides checks to perform before contacting support or returning the analyzer.

Error Messages

Descriptions of the four types of messages that appear on the display during operation.

Status Messages

Messages indicating conditions that may result in erroneous data.

How to Return Your Analyzer for Service

Instructions for returning the analyzer for servicing, including packaging.

5. Menu Maps

6. Front-Panel Key Reference

AMPLITUDE Y Scale

Activates reference level function and accesses amplitude menu keys.

Marker

Accesses marker control keys to select and turn markers on/off.

Peak Search

Places a marker on the highest priority peak based on Max or Param criteria.

System (Local)

Accesses System menu keys for local mode control.

7. Options and Accessories

HP/Agilent N2717A Performance Verification Software

Automated performance verification, adjustment software, and calibration guide on CD-ROM.

cdmaOne Measurement Personality (Option BAC)

Provides transmitter/receiver measurements for cdmaOne standards.

GSM Measurement Personality (Option BAH)

Provides transmitter/receiver measurements for GSM standards.

TV Trigger and Picture on Screen (Option B7B)

Allows triggering on TV lines and viewing TV images in NTSC, PAL, SECAM.

Digital Signal Processing and Fast ADC (Option B7D)

Required for mobile communication measurements in GSM and cdmaOne personalities.

RF Communications Hardware (Option B7E)

Provides hardware for many digital communication measurements.

FM Demodulation (Option BAA)

Allows demodulating, displaying, and measuring FM modulated signals.

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