Check the A and B Inputs
Good inputs produce traces similar to Figure 8-2 in terms of flatness. To examine
both input traces, do the following:
1.
Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 8-1. (The through cable is HP part
number
8120-4779.)
NETWORK
ANALYZER
Figure S-l. Equipment Setup
2.
3.
Check the flatness of the input A trace by comparing it with the trace in
Figure
8-2.
Check the flatness of the input B trace by comparing it with the trace in
Figure 8-2.
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If neither of the input traces resembles Figure 8-2, continue with
“Troubleshooting When All Inputs Look Bad”.
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If at least one input trace resembles
Figure
8-2, continue with
“Troubleshooting When One or More Inputs Look Good”.
84 Receiver Troubleshooting