HP 8712C User Manual

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6. Calibrating for Increased Measurement Accuracy
Measurement Calibration Overview ..........
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The Calibration Reference Plane .......... 6-5
Determine if a Calibration is Necessary
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When a Calibration Is Not Necessary ......... 6-7
When a Calibration Is Necessary ........... 6-7
Choose an Appropriate Calibration Method ....... 6-8
To Perform a Normalization Calibration
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To Perform a Transmission Calibration ........ 6-11
To Perform a Reflection Calibration ......... 6-13
To Perform a Conversion Loss Calibration ...... 6-15
To Perform an AM Delay Calibration (Option 1DA or
1DB only)
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To Perform a Calibration With Non-Standard
Connectors .................. 6-17
Writing or Editing Your Own Cal Kit File ......
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Save the Calibration ................. 6-25
Check the Calibration ................ 6-26
Using Calibration Check for Analysis and
Troubleshooting
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To Perform a Calibration Check ...........
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Error Term Descriptions and Typical Values .....
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7. Automating Measurements
Configuring Your Test System
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Measurement System Topology
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Expandability and Large Systems
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Throughput Considerations
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Selecting a Measurement Controller
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Selecting a Programming Language
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Operator Interaction
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Prompting the Operator
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Using Graphics to Create On-Screen Diagrams
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User-Defined @Xl Key Menu
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Data Entry Using a Barcode Reader
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Data Entry Using an External Keyboard
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Using the Analyzer’s Title Feature
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Hot Keys on External Keyboard For Common Functions
User-Defined TTL Input/Output
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Using a Foot Switch or Button Box
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Limit Test Pass/Fail TTL Input/Output
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HP 8712C Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	8712C
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English