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Keysight Technologies FieldFox N9914A

Keysight Technologies FieldFox N9914A
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Keysight
A-Series FieldFox Analyzers
This manual provides documentation for the following models:
N9913A, N9914A, N9915A, N9916A, N9917A, N9918A N9925A,
N9926A, N9927A, N9928A
N9935A, N9936A, N9937A, N9938A
N9950A, N9951A, N9952A
N9960A, N9961A, N9962A
User's Guide
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Keysight Technologies FieldFox N9914A Specifications

General IconGeneral
Maximum Output Power0 dBm
Impedance50 ohms
Measurement TypesCable and antenna analyzer, vector network analyzer, spectrum analyzer
DisplayColor LCD
Battery LifeUp to 4 hours
Operating Temperature-10 °C to +50 °C
InterfaceUSB, LAN, GPIB (optional)
Dynamic Range≥ 100 dB

Summary

1. Overview

Safety Notes

Highlights important safety warnings and their meanings before operating the instrument.

2. Preparing for Initial Use of Your New FieldFox

Install the Lithium-Ion Battery

Step-by-step instructions for installing the lithium-ion battery into the FieldFox.

FieldFox ONOFF Settings

Explains how to turn the FieldFox on, switch to standby, and power off the instrument.

FieldFox High Temperature Protection

Describes features that prevent degradation or damage due to high internal temperatures.

Temperature Control Mode

Explains how the instrument manages internal temperature to maintain accuracy and reliability.

Avoid Overpowering the FieldFox

Warns about potential damage from excessive power or voltage and lists maximum input limits.

Connector Care

4. DTF (Distance to Fault) Measurements

How to make DTF Measurements

Provides a step-by-step guide to performing Distance to Fault measurements.

5. TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry) - Option 215

Cable (Correction) Specifications

Explains how to account for inherent cable loss and velocity factor for accurate TDR measurements.

6. NA (Network Analyzer) Mode

Port Extensions

Allows electrically moving the calibration reference plane after calibration.

Increase Dynamic Range

Details settings to reduce measurement noise and improve dynamic range.

7. Time Domain - Option 010

Gating

Describes the gating function to virtually remove undesired responses in Time Domain.

8. Calibration for NA, CAT, and VVM Modes

Why and When to Calibrate

Explains the systematic errors addressed by calibration and when to perform it.

CalReady

Describes the factory calibration for immediate measurements at test ports.

How to Perform a Calibration

Provides guidance on performing calibration, including selecting the method.

QuickCal (N991 xA2 xA3 xA Only)

Ideal for quick calibration using jumper cables or adapters, corrects phase shift, time delay, and loss.

Mechanical Cal

Explains calibration using discrete standards from a Cal Kit for accurate measurements.

ECal

Describes ECal as a solid-state calibration solution using electronic standards.

Verify a Calibration

Describes how to verify the calibration is good, including checking phase accuracy.

9. SA (Spectrum Analyzer) Mode

Attenuation Control

Explains how RF Attenuation and Preamp functions control power level into the SA.

Check for Compressed Measurements

Guides on how to check for amplifier compression and prevent it.

Field Strength Measurements

Explains how to measure signal strength by entering antenna response and cabling factors.

Resolution Bandwidth (Res BW)

Explains how Res BW affects signal resolution, noise, and sweep speed.

FFT Gating (Opt 238)

Allows obtaining spectral information by separating signals in the time domain.

Alignments

Explains how alignments correct for receiver drift over temperature and time.

Channel Measurements

Lists Channel Power, Occupied Bandwidth, and ACPR measurements offered in SA Mode.

Channel Power (CHP)

Measures total power over the specified Integrated Bandwidth.

Occupied Bandwidth

Measures power span and displays vertical posts showing percentage of power contained.

Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR)

Measures power of carrier and adjacent offset channels to check filter performance.

EMF Features

Lists features of EMF mode: corrected field strength, antenna control, pass/fail testing.

EMF Setup Procedure

Provides steps for setting up an EMF measurement, including antenna and correction setup.

How to Define a Cell or Cell(s) and Use OTA

Explains how to define cells and use OTA measurements for LTE FDD and 5GTF.

How to Use Data Logging (OTA Options 370 and 377)

Guides on how to record and play back OTA trace data with timestamps and GPS stamps.

13 5 G Rapid Prototype Phased Array Antenna - Option 360

Using the Phased Array Antenna (Option 360)

Explains how to measure and display phased array antenna elevation and azimuth.

How to Set Up Phased Array Antenna Settings

Guides through setting up Option 360 measurements, including IP address and scan configurations.

How to RecordPlayback (Option 360)

Explains how to record phased array antenna trace data and play it back.

14 USB Antennas - (Full Capability Requires EMF Option 358, and SA mode (Option 233 Mixed Analyzers))

How to Set Up a USB Antenna

Guides through setting up a USB antenna measurement, including antenna factor import.

15 On-the-Box Mapping - Option 352 (Requires Spectrum Analyzer Mode (Option 233 on N991 xB), GPS (Option 307) and GPS Receiver (Option 307))

Downloading and Using the FieldFox Map Support Tool

Guides on downloading and using the FieldFox Map Support Tool software.

How to Set Up Mapping Settings

Reviews steps for setting up Option 352 mapping measurement, including LAN setup.

Option 352 Indoor Maps Setup Procedure

Provides steps for setting up indoor mapping with Channel Scanner, OTA, or Phased Array Antenna.

Option 352 Outdoor Maps Setup Procedure (Requires GPS Option 307)

Guides through setting up outdoor mapping with GPS Option 307 enabled.

How to RecordPlayback (Option 352)

Explains how to record GPS mapping data and play it back at a later time.

16 Remote Server Mode (Requires CPU2 and SA HardwareSA Option 233)

Connecting Using Remote Server

Provides an overview of the FieldFox’s Remote Server mode instrument display messages.

89600 VSA Software Overview (Requires CPU2 and N991 xA3 xA5 xA6 xA and SA Option 233)

Describes the capabilities of the 89600 VSA software for signal evaluation and troubleshooting.

17 Interference Analyzer (SA Mode) - Option 236

Spectrogram Display (SA Option)

Explains how Spectrogram draws the most recent trace record for visual history.

How to Record a Session

Provides steps for recording RTSA trace sweeps and playing them back later.

How to Playback a Session

Guides on replaying recorded RTSA trace sweeps.

Recording Configuration

Explains how to change recording configuration settings like Interval and Source.

20 Power Meter (USB) Mode - Option 302

How to Connect the Power Sensor

Provides instructions for connecting the power sensor to the FieldFox USB ports.

22 Pulse Measurements Mode - Option 330

Triggering

Explains trigger signals for initiating USB Peak Power Sensor acquisition.

23 VVM (Vector Voltmeter) Mode - Option 308

VVM Calibration

Discusses CalReady accuracy and performing QuickCal or Mechanical Cal.

Zeroing

Explains how to 'zero' the Magnitude and Phase display for measurements.

24 ERTA (Extended Range Transmission Analysis) Mode - Option 209

Requirements and Limitations

Lists requirements for ERTA mode and features removed or disabled during synchronization.

Start Connection Wizard

Guides through physical setup, connecting cables, and testing partnerships.

Configure Measurement Settings

Covers selecting measurement settings like Frequency range, Res BW, Points, and Zeros pan.

Normalize

Explains how to quickly 'zero' traces by removing frequency response errors.

Improve Dynamic Range

Details settings to reduce measurement noise and improve dynamic range.

25 AMFM Metrics (SA Only and Option 355)

Using AMFM Metrics

Explains how to demodulate and characterize AM/FM signals.

SINAD and THD Calculations

Explains the calculations for SINAD and THD distortion metrics.

Interpreting AMFM Metrics Error Messages

Discusses possible AM/FM Metrics error messages and how to correct them.

26 Channel Scanner (Option 312)

Using Channel Scanners

Explains how Channel Scanner enables displaying channel power vs. frequency for multiple channels.

How to Set Up Channel Scanner

Guides through setting up a channel scan measurement.

Field Strength Measurements

Explains measuring signal strength by entering antenna response and cabling factors.

27 Noise Figure Mode (Option 356 - CPU2 Only)

Using Noise Figure

Explains how Noise Figure mode uses the Y-factor technique to calculate noise figure.

How to Define a Noise Figure Measurement

Guides on defining measurement setups like DUT type, frequency context, and loss compensation.

Calculating Noise Figure Measurement Uncertainty

Explains how to calculate and display measurement uncertainty.

How to use Auto-Integration

Provides an example procedure for measuring noise figures using auto integration.

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for measurement results that may be invalid (NaNs).

28 Data Analysis Features

All about Markers

Explains how markers move along the X-axis to provide numerical readouts and search for Y-axis values.

Searching with Markers

Explains how to move markers to locations on the trace that exhibit search criteria.

How to Create Fixed Limit Lines

Provides two ways to build a fixed limit line: From a trace or by entering X/Y data points.

How to perform Trace Math

Details performing math operations between live and memory traces.

How to Use Scale Settings

Guides on adjusting Y-axis scale for viewing trace portions and autoscale.

29 System Settings

RunHold

Determines whether the FieldFox sweeps continuously or holds the display results.

Preset

Restores FieldFox measurement settings to a known condition (factory default or mode default).

Preferences

Explains settings that survive FieldFox shut down and power ON.

Battery Saver

Explains how to conserve battery power by managing RF source power and settings.

31 File Management

Save Files

Guides on how to save current settings, traces, and pictures to a file.

Manage Files

Guides on how to copy files to another device or delete files.

32 Working with the Lithium-Ion Battery

Viewing the Battery Charge Status

Describes ways to view battery charge status: icons, Battery screen, and built-in gauge.

Charging the Battery

Provides instructions for charging the battery internally or externally.

Battery Care

Provides guidelines for visually inspecting the battery for signs of degradation.

Maximizing Battery Life

Offers tips on using the battery and recharging to maximize its lifespan.

Lithium-Ion Battery Disposal

Provides guidance on proper disposal of lithium-ion batteries according to regulations.

33 Safety Considerations

For the FieldFox

Lists general safety warnings for operating the FieldFox instrument.

For the ACDC Adapter

Provides safety warnings and precautions for using the AC/DC adapter.

For the External Battery Charger (N9910 X-872)

Details safety considerations for the external battery charger.

For the Battery

Lists safety warnings for handling and using lithium-ion batteries.

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