11
RF Section
The RF Section converts the input signal to a 10.7 MHz IF (Intermediate Frequency). See
Figure 11-5 for a detailed section block diagram.
Note
The block diagrams for the Al4 and Al5 assemblies are located in Chapter 10,
Synthesizer Section.
Page
Troubleshooting Using the TAM
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11-2
Low Band Problems (50 Hz to 2.9 GHz)
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11-4
Low Band Problems
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11-5
A7 LODA (LO Distribution Amplifier)
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11-6
A9 Input Attenuator
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11-7
Al3 Second Converter
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11-8
Al4 Frequency Control Assembly
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11-9
A7 LODA Drive
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..ll-
9
Al5 RF Assembly
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11-10
Confirming a Faulty Third Converter
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11-10
Confirming Third Converter Output
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11-11
Third Converter
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1
l-
11
Flatness Compensation Control
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11-13
Control Latches
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11-13
SIG ID Oscillator
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11-13
10 MHz Reference
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..ll-14
A10 Tracking Generator (Option 002)
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11-18
Block Diagram Description
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11-18
Output Goes Unleveled (ERR 900 or ERR 901)
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11-19
Excessive Residual FM
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11-20
Flatness Out-of-Tolerance
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11-21
Vernier Accuracy Out-of-Tolerance
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11-21
Harmonic/Spurious Outputs Too High
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11-22
Power Sweep Not Functioning Properly
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11-23
No Power Output
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11-23
Caution
All of the RF assemblies are extremely sensitive to Electrostatic Discharge
(ESD). F
or
ur
f th
er information regarding electrostatic cautions, refer to
“Electrostatic Discharge Information” in Chapter 1.
RF Section 11-1