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Keysight N9010B Service Manual

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SERVICE GUIDE
Keysight N9010B EXA
Signal Analyzer
This manual provides documentation for the following analyzers:
N9010B Option 503 (9 kHz – 3.6 GHz)
N9010B Option 507 (9 kHz – 7 GHz)
N9010B Option 513 (9 kHz – 13.6 GHz)
N9010B Option 526 (9 kHz – 26.5 GHz)
N9010B Option 532 (9 kHz - 32 GHz)
N9010B Option 544 (9 kHz - 44 GHz)

Table of Contents

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Keysight N9010B Specifications

General IconGeneral
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW)1 Hz to 10 MHz
Analysis BandwidthUp to 40 MHz
Sweep Time1 μs to 1000 s
Input ConnectorN-type female
Power Requirements100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Display10.4-inch color LCD
Input Power Range-30 dBm to +30 dBm

Summary

Keysight N9010B EXA Signal Analyzer Service Guide

1. Overview

Keysight EXA Signal Analyzer Overview

Provides an overview of the EXA signal analyzer's capabilities, including its Windows Embedded Standard 7 OS and adaptability.

Instrument Option Descriptions

Details available options and measurement applications that can be purchased and installed.

Signal Analyzer Accessories

Lists available accessories from Keysight Technologies to configure the analyzer for specific applications.

Before You Start Troubleshooting

Tasks to complete before troubleshooting, including safety and ESD information.

ESD Information

Guidance on protection from electrostatic discharge and handling electronic components.

Service Equipment You Will Need

Lists required equipment for troubleshooting, adjusting, and testing the EXA Signal Analyzer.

Contacting Keysight Technologies

Information on how to contact Keysight for support, including online resources and office contact details.

How to Return Your Instrument for Service

Procedure for returning the instrument for servicing, including failure descriptions and packaging.

2. Boot Up and Initialization Troubleshooting

Check the Basics

A checklist of basic checks to perform before calling for service or returning the instrument.

Instrument Boot Up Process

Describes the signal analyzer boot-up process from initial AC power to a normal analyzer sweep.

Potential Problems During Boot Process

Details potential problems that may occur during instrument boot-up due to internal hardware issues.

Signal Level Verification

Procedures to verify signal level problems with input frequencies for both low and high band paths.

3. Instrument Messages

Event vs. Condition Messages

Explains the difference between Events (Error, Warning, Advisory) and Conditions (Detected/Cleared events).

Event and Condition Categories

Describes the three categories of severity: Errors, Warnings, and Advisories.

Advisory Messages

Provides information on useful advisory messages and their correction information.

4. RF Section Troubleshooting (RF/Microwave Analyzers)

RF Section Description

Describes the RF section's purpose, major assemblies, and signal paths for various options.

Troubleshooting

Provides procedures for troubleshooting RF section problems, including quick checks and detailed steps.

5. RF Section Troubleshooting (Millimeter-Wave Analyzers)

RF Section Description

Details RF section components and signal paths for millimeter-wave options.

Quick Check to Verify the Low Band Signal Path

Describes how to verify the low band signal path using an internal 50 MHz calibrator signal.

Troubleshooting a Low Band Problem

Provides troubleshooting steps for issues related to the low band signal path.

Quick Check to Verify High Band RF Path

Describes how to verify the high band RF path using an internal 4.8 GHz calibrator signal.

Troubleshooting a High Band Problem

Details troubleshooting steps for issues related to the high band RF path.

6. Front End Control Troubleshooting

A15 Front End Control Description

Describes the A15 Front End Controller board's functionality, assemblies, and options.

A15 Front End Control Assembly Troubleshooting

Provides troubleshooting procedures for the A15 Front End Control Assembly.

7. Analog/Digital IF Troubleshooting

25 MHz BW IF Section

Details the A2 Analog I.F. Assembly description, theory of operation, and troubleshooting.

40 MHz BW IF Section

Details the A2 Analog IF and A3 Digital IF assemblies for 40 MHz bandwidth.

8. L.O. Synthesizer/Reference Troubleshooting

A14 L.O. Synthesizer Assembly Description

Describes the L.O. Synthesizer assembly's purpose, inputs, outputs, and tuning range.

A14 L.O. Synthesizer Theory of Operation

Explains the theory of operation for the L.O. Synthesizer assembly, including major blocks.

A14 L.O. Synthesizer Troubleshooting

Provides troubleshooting steps for the L.O. Synthesizer Assembly.

A16 Reference Assembly Description

Describes the A16 Reference Assembly's purpose and signal sources.

A16 Reference Assembly Troubleshooting

Provides troubleshooting steps for the A16 Reference Assembly.

9. CPU/Disk Drive Troubleshooting

A4 Processor Description

Describes the A4 Processor assembly, including disk drive, interface board, and connectors.

A4 Processor Assembly Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for boot-up or initialization problems and BIOS settings.

A5 Disk Drive Description

Describes the A5 Disk Drive, its partitioning, and data backup recommendations.

A5 Disk Drive Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for software-related issues and disk drive replacement.

Disk Drive Recovery Process

Procedure for restoring the original factory configuration of the system software.

10. Power Supply/Midplane Troubleshooting

A6 Power Supply Description

Describes the A6 Power Supply assembly, its purpose, and output signals.

A6 Power Supply Basic Troubleshooting (Cover On)

Basic troubleshooting steps for the A6 Power Supply with the cover on.

A7 Midplane Description

Describes the A7 Midplane board's purpose, connections, and power supply LEDs.

A7 Midplane Assembly Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for the A7 Midplane Assembly, including voltage checks.

11. Front Panel/Motherboard Troubleshooting

A8 Motherboard Description

Describes the Motherboard's function as an electrical link and its main functions.

A1 Front Panel Assembly

Describes the A1 Front Frame Assembly components: Interface Board and LCD.

12. Block Diagrams

Block Diagrams

Provides graphic symbols used on block diagrams for understanding instrument architecture.

RF Lowband Path Block Diagram

Detailed block diagram of the RF Lowband Path for input signals below 3.6 GHz.

RF Highband Path #1 Block Diagram

Detailed block diagram of the RF Highband Path #1 for input signals 3.6 GHz to 13.6 GHz.

RF Highband Path #2 Block Diagram

Detailed block diagram of the RF Highband Path #2 for input signals 13.6 GHz to 26.5 GHz.

Option 532, 544 mmW RF (Low Freq) Block Diagram

Block diagram for millimeter-wave RF low frequency path for options 532, 544.

Option 532, 544 mmW RF (Highband Path #1) Block Diagram

Block diagram for millimeter-wave RF highband path #1 for options 532, 544.

Option 532, 544 mmW RF (Highband Path #2) Block Diagram

Block diagram for millimeter-wave RF highband path #2 for options 532, 544.

Option 532, 544 mmW RF (Highband Path #3) Block Diagram

Block diagram for millimeter-wave RF highband path #3 for options 532, 544.

Reference and Synthesizer Block Diagram

Block diagram illustrating the reference and synthesizer components.

25 MHz Bandwidth I.F. System Block Diagram

Block diagram of the 25 MHz bandwidth Intermediate Frequency system.

40 MHz Bandwidth I.F. System Block Diagram

Block diagram of the 40 MHz bandwidth Intermediate Frequency system.

EXA Computer Block Diagram

Block diagram of the EXA computer system.

13. Service and Diagnostics Menus

Overview

Introduces service capabilities accessed via System Settings and Spectrum Analyzer menus.

Controlling Access

Describes the two levels of service access: Regular and Secure Service access.

Secure service access

Details how to access secure service capabilities using a Service Code.

Service Key Descriptions

Describes Timebase and Timebase DAC adjustments.

Alignments

Information on accessing diagnostic capabilities for alignment and invoking subsystem alignments.

14. Replaceable Parts

How to Order Parts

Instructions on how to order assemblies or mechanical parts and required information for contact.

Replaceable Parts

Tables listing all replaceable assemblies and their corresponding part numbers.

Hardware

Diagrams and part numbers for major hardware assemblies and external configurations.

15. Assembly Replacement Procedures

Before Starting

Safety precautions and initial checks before disassembling the instrument.

Tools you will need

Lists the necessary tools for assembly replacement, including TORX drivers and pullers.

Major Assembly Locations

Identifies the location of major assemblies within the instrument using diagrams.

Instrument Outer Case

Step-by-step procedure for removing and replacing the instrument's outer case.

Top Brace

Procedure for removing and replacing the Top Brace assembly.

RF Area (Option 503, 507, 513, 526)

Details RF Area components and cables for standard RF/Microwave instruments.

RF Area (Option 532, 544)

Details RF Area components and cables for millimeter-wave instruments with specific options.

Low Band Switch

Procedure for removing and replacing the Low Band Switch assembly.

Attenuators

Procedure for removing and replacing RF attenuators.

YTF Preselector

Procedure for removing and replacing the YTF Preselector.

RF Front End Assembly (Option 503, 507, 513, 526)

Procedure for removing and replacing the RF Front End Assembly.

RF Front End Assembly (Options 532, 544)

Procedure for removing and replacing the RF Front End Assembly for specific options.

Front End Control Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the Front End Control Assembly.

L.O. Synthesizer Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the L.O. Synthesizer Assembly.

Rear Panel

Procedure for removing and replacing the rear panel.

Reference Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the Reference Assembly.

Power Supply Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the Power Supply assembly.

CPU Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the CPU assembly.

A5 Solid State Drive

Procedure for removing and replacing the Solid State Drive (SSD).

Disk Drive Interconnect

Procedure for removing the Disk Drive Interconnect board.

Analog I.F. (AIF)/Digital I.F. (DIF) Assembly

Procedure for removing the Analog/Digital IF assemblies.

Separate AIF/DIF Assembly

Procedure for separating the AIF from the DIF assembly.

Midplane Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the Midplane assembly.

Motherboard Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the Motherboard assembly.

Fan Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the fan assembly.

Input Connector Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the Input Connector assembly.

Front Frame Assembly

Procedure for removing and replacing the Front Frame assembly.

Bail Handle Removal (Option PRC)

Procedure for removing the bail handle and front bumpers for Option PRC.

16. Post-Repair Procedures

Before Starting

Safety precautions, warm-up, and test equipment checks before starting procedures.

Post-Repair Procedures

Lists adjustments and performance verification tests required after assembly replacement.

Additional Tasks

Includes procedures for calibration data backup/restore, BIOS settings, and OS initialization.

17. Functional Tests

Functional Test

Tests parameters to ensure correct analyzer operation, recommended after repair or inspection.

Before Performing a Functional Test

Steps to configure equipment and analyzer for functional tests, including auto alignment.

Test Equipment

Summarizes test equipment needed for functional tests, including adapter and cable specifications.

Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL)

Procedure to measure and record the DANL across various frequencies.

Frequency Readout Accuracy

Procedure to measure frequency readout accuracy using specific test setups and calculations.

Second Harmonic Distortion (SHD)

Procedure to test second harmonic distortion by examining the level of the distortion product.

Amplitude Accuracy at 50 MHz

Procedure to check amplitude accuracy by measuring signals at different levels and attenuations.

Testing Preamp Option (P03, P07, P13, P26, P32, P44)

Procedure to verify the High Band preamp function.

Frequency Response (Flatness)

Procedure to measure amplitude error as a function of tuned frequency.

Frequency Response (Flatness), Preamp On

Procedure to measure amplitude error with the preamplifier function turned on.

Scale Fidelity

Procedure to check the scale fidelity of the instrument by measuring signals at different amplitudes.

18. Instrument Software

Instrument Software Overview

Overview of the instrument software, including measurement applications and revisions.

Software Licensing

Information on the requirement for a valid license for all application software.

Software Updates

Instructions on obtaining and installing software updates via web download.

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