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Application and Operation Concepts
This chapter provides conceptual information on the following primary operations and
applications that are achievable with the HP 8753E network analyzer.
n HP 8753E System operation
w Data processing
n Active channel keys
n Entry block keys
n Stimulus functions
w Response functions
n S-parameters
n Display formats
n Four parameter display
n Scale reference
n Display functions
n Averaging
n Markers
n Measurement calibration
w Instrument state functions
n Time domain operation
n Test sequencing
n Amplifier measurements
n Mixer measurements
n Connection considerations
w Reference documents
Where to Look for More Information
Additional information about many of the topics discussed in this chapter is located in the
following areas:
‘m Chapter 2, “Making Measurements,” contains step-by-step procedures for making
measurements or using particular functions.
n Chapter 3, “Mixer Measurements,” contains step-by-step procedures for making
measurements of mixers
n Chapter 5, “Optimizing Measurement Results,” describes techniques and functions for
achieving the best measurement results.
n Chapter 7, “Specifications and Measurement Uncertainties,” delines the performance
capabilities of the analyzer.
n Chapter 8, “Menu Maps,” shows softkey menu relationships.
n Chapter 9, “Key Definitions,” describes all the front panel keys and softkeys.
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