Anritsu MA24106A, 0701012 manual General Information

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Chapter 1 — General Information

1-1 Scope of Manual

This manual provides general information, installation, and operating information for the Anritsu MA24106A USB power sensor. Throughout this manual, the terms MA24106A, USB power sensor, and power sensor will be used interchangeably to refer to the device. Manual organization is shown in the table of contents.

1-2 Introduction

This chapter contains general information about the MA24106A power sensor. It includes a general description of the device and information on its identification number, information on initial inspection, and preparation for storage and shipment.

1-3 Description

The MA24106A power sensor is a highly accurate, standalone instrument that communicates with a PC via USB. The power measurement capability of MA24106A is intended to mimic that of a traditional thermal (thermo-electric) power sensor. Therefore, it is ideal for measuring the average power of CW, modulated RF waveforms such as 3G, 4G, OFDM, and multi-tone signals. In other words, it measures true RMS power regardless of the type of input signal.

1-4 Initial Inspection

Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container is damaged, retain until the contents of the shipment have been checked against the packing list and the power sensor has been checked for mechanical and electrical operation. The following items are included with every MA24106A shipment:

MA24106A, USB power sensor

3-200-1360, USB 2.0 A to Mini-B cable

2300-512, CD containing required software and manuals

If the shipment is incomplete or if the power sensor is damaged mechanically or electrically, notify your local sales representative or Anritsu Customer Service. If the shipping container is damaged or shows signs of stress, notify the carrier as well as Anritsu. Keep the shipping materials for the carrier's inspection.

1-5 Identification Number

All Anritsu power sensors are assigned a unique seven digit serial number, such as “0701012”. The serial number is imprinted on a label that is affixed to the unit. When ordering parts or corresponding with Anritsu Customer Service, please use the correct serial number with reference to the specific instrument's model number (for example, model MA24106A power sensor, serial number: 0701012).

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Contents True-RMS, 50 MHz to 6 GHz MA24106A USB Power Sensor User GuideUpdates Anritsu Company Software License Agreement Page Table of Contents Table of Contents General Information Preparation for Storage/Shipment Preparation for Storage/ShipmentDriver Installation InstallationHardware and Software Requirements Anritsu Power Meter Installation Driver InstallationLicense Agreement Installation Driver InstallationSoftware will then install to the selected location Found New Hardware Wizard Select the hardware type Computer, and then click Next Click Have Disk..., and then click Next 14.Found New Hardware Wizard Click Finish to close the wizard Page Graphical User Interface Using the Power SensorButtons Buttons Using the Power SensorData Entry Fields Display Window Using the Power Sensor Display WindowStatus Bar Tools Menu Menu Bar Using the Power SensorMenu Bar File MenuDataLogging Menu Data Logging Menu10. Data Logging Power GraphTime, X-axis 30 minutes 14.Offset Entry Screen Offset Table16. Open Dialog MA24106A UG 17.Offset Table Menu Offset Table Off Status Session RestoreMaking Measurements Basic Power MeasurementConnecting the DUT Using the Power Sensor Making MeasurementsApplying a Calibration Factor Correction Making Measurements Using the Power SensorZeroing the Sensor Calibrating the Sensor±0.20 dB ±0.15 dB ±0.10 dB ±0.05 dB ±0.01 dB DBm Noise Number Averages Needed forMessage Description Resolution Error StatesTime Varying Signals Measurement Considerations Using the Power SensorNoise and Averaging High Crest Factor Signals peak to average ratioMultitone Signals Using the Power Sensor Measurement ConsiderationsSettling Time Uncertainty of a Measurement Using the Power Sensor Uncertainty of a MeasurementNoise Calculations at 12 dBm 16 mW Uncertainty of a Measurement Using the Power SensorUncertainty Adjusted Specification Uncertainty ExampleCommand Description Remote Operation Commands SummaryRemote Operation Remote Operation Command Details Remote Operation Command DetailsFREQ? Remote Operation Remote Operation Command DetailsHAT Required Equipment Sensor Operational TestsVswr Pretest Test ProcedureVswr Pretest Sensor Operational Tests Sensor Operational Tests Calibration Factor Test Calibration Factor TestMA24106A Calibration Factor Test Sensor Operational TestsSensor Operational Tests Linearity Test Linearity TestApply Linearity Test Sensor Operational TestsSensor Operational Tests Linearity Test +20 +15 +10 Adjust per Max Min Delta E11 E12 Measurement Results 2 GHz Measurement Results 6 GHz Beware of destructive pin depth mating connectors Appendix a Connector Care and HandlingConnector Care and Handling Avoid over torquing connectorsAvoid applying excessive power Cleaning connectorsAppendix B Sample Visual Basic Code Using the Demo ApplicationDemo Application Using the Demo Application Sample Visual Basic Code Sample Visual Basic Code Using the Demo Application Delay routine Appendix C Serial Port Compatibility For Anritsu Power Meter 1.0 OnlyMethod 3-Remapping a Serial Port Method 1-Download Updated SoftwareFigure C-2.System Properties Serial Port CompatibilityFigure C-3.Device Manager Method 3-Remapping a Serial PortFigure C-4.Advanced Settings for COM Port Close all windows that you have opened up to this point Upgrading the Firmware Appendix D Upgrading the FirmwareUpgrading the Firmware Figure D-3.Firmware Upgrade DialogFigure D-5.Open File Dialog Figure D-7 Symbols to L SymbolsIndex Index-2 MA24106A UG To SUSB To Z