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HP 8555A Service Manual

HP 8555A
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HEWLETT
PACKARD
OPERATING
AND
SERVICE
MANUAL
SPECTRUM
ANALYZER
RF
SECTION
8555A
SERIAL
NUMBERS
This manual applies directly
to
serial numbers
prefixed
l436A.
With modifications described in Section VII this
manual also applies
to
serial numbers prefixed
987,
1043A,
1114A,
1116A,
1138A,
1143A,
1203A,
1219A, 1232A, 1311A,
1325A,
and
1326A,
1343A,
1416A,
and
1429A.
For
additional
important
information
about
serial
numbers see
"Instruments
Covered
by
Manual"
in
Section
I.
COPYRIGHT©HEWLETT·PACKARD
COMPANY
1971,1974
1400
FOUNTAIN
GROVE
PARKWAY,
SANTA
ROSA.
CALIFORNIA,
95404,
U.S.A.
MANUAL
PART
NUMBER
08555·90027
MICROFICHE
PART
NUMBER
08555·90028 Printed:
AUGUST
1974
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HP 8555A Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSpectrum Analyzer
Input Impedance50 ohms
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW)100 Hz to 3 MHz
Dynamic Range70 dB
Power Requirements100, 120, 220, 240 VAC
Dimensions (W x H x D)425.5 x 177.2 x 497.8 mm (16.75 x 6.98 x 19.6 in)

Summary

SERIAL NUMBERS

WARNINGS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety precautions for instrument operation.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

Importance of proper grounding for electrical safety.

HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARDS

Hazards and precautions for high voltage within the instrument.

CAUTIONS

GROUNDING ENSURANCE

Ensure all connected devices are properly grounded.

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION

Ensure correct line voltage setting for the instrument.

SECTION I GENERAL INFORMATION

1-1. INTRODUCTION

Overview of the manual's purpose and scope.

1-5. MICROFICHE INFORMATION

Details on ordering microfilm transparencies of the manual.

1-6. WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Important safety warnings and precautions for instrument operation.

1-9 INSTRUMENTS COVERED BY MANUAL

1-10. SERIAL NUMBER IDENTIFICATION

Explains the two-part serial number structure and its components.

1-11. MANUAL CHANGES SUPPLEMENT

Information on supplements for instruments not matching manual's serial prefix.

1-13. CONTACTING HEWLETT-PACKARD

Instructions for obtaining information on unlisted serial number prefixes.

1-14 DESCRIPTION

1-15. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

Describes the 8555A RF Section with IF and Display sections.

1-16. FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW

Explains the spectrum analyzer's function and display capabilities.

1-17. RECEIVER CAPABILITIES

Details the receiver's frequency range and mixing modes.

1-18. CONTROL LAYOUT

Describes the arrangement of instrument controls for efficient operation.

1-19 OPTIONS

1-20. OPTION 001 CONNECTOR TYPE

Replaces Type N connector with APC-7 connector.

1-21. OPTION 002 INPUT PROTECTION

Adds a limiter to protect input circuitry from overdriving.

1-22 ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED

1-23. SUPPLIED TERMINATIONS

Lists coaxial and multi-section terminations included with the RF Section.

1-24 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED

1-25. REQUIRED MATEABLE SECTIONS

Specifies the necessary IF and Display sections for complete analyzer operation.

1-26. OPERATING ACCESSORIES

Lists optional accessories for enhancing analyzer functionality.

1-29 RECOMMENDED TEST EQUIPMENT

1-30. TEST EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES

Refers to tables detailing necessary test equipment and accessories.

SECTION II INSTALLATION

2-2. MECHANICAL CHECK

Physical inspection of the instrument for damage.

2-4. ELECTRICAL CHECK

Performing electrical checks using performance test procedures.

2-6. CLAIMS FOR DAMAGE

Procedure for reporting and handling damage claims.

2-9. PREPARATION FOR USE

Steps to prepare the instrument for operation, including power settings.

2-12. POWER REQUIREMENTS

Details on power input voltage, consumption, and fuse requirements.

2-15. POWER CABLE

Information on the three-conductor power cable and proper grounding.

2-17. OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

Information regarding the forced-air cooling system and clearance requirements.

2-19. INTERCONNECTIONS

Details on connecting the RF and IF sections and accessory terminations.

2-23. STORAGE AND SHIPMENT

Guidelines for original packaging and repackaging the instrument.

SECTION III OPERATION

3-3. PANEL FEATURES

Description of front panel controls for RF, IF, and Display sections.

3-5. OPERATOR'S CHECKS

Performing operational adjustments upon receipt or section change.

3-7. GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General operating instructions and signal identification techniques.

3-9. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS

Identification and brief description of front panel controls.

3-11. RF INPUT CHARACTERISTICS

Details on RF input connector, overload protection, and attenuation.

3-12. INPUT ATTENUATION AND MIXER CONSIDERATIONS

Input attenuation function, mixer overload, and external mixer connector details.

3-15. OUTPUT AND FREQUENCY CONTROLS

Description of LO outputs, frequency scales, and tuning controls.

3-22. OPERATIONAL INDICATORS AND SWITCHES

Explanation of indicators like UNCAL and switches like BAND, TUNING STABILIZER, SIGNAL IDENTIFIER.

3-1. OPERATIONAL ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for setting up and calibrating the analyzer.

3-14. EXTERNAL MIXER OPERATION

Instructions for connecting and operating with an external mixer.

SIGNAL IDENTIFICATION TECHNIQUE

1. INITIAL SIGNAL SETUP

Centers unknown signal, activates identifier, and adjusts scan width.

2. SIGNAL SHIFT ANALYSIS

Analyzes signal shifts using band switch and frequency scales.

3. CONTROL SETTINGS FOR IDENTIFICATION

Sets specific analyzer controls for signal identification procedure.

4. TRACE AND CALIBRATION ADJUSTMENTS

Adjusts trace intensity, connects LO, and tunes for marker.

5. ADVANCED SIGNAL ANALYSIS STEPS

Performs further analysis using scan width, attenuation, and signal identification.

6. INTERPRETING IDENTIFICATION RESULTS

Lists identified signals and provides formula for harmonic mode determination.

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