Agilent Technologies 11970-90031 manual Recommended Test Equipment for 11970A

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Performance Tests

Performance Tests

Performance Test Procedures

Table 3-2. Recommended Test Equipment for 11970A

Instrument

Critical Specifications

Recommended

 

 

Model

 

 

 

Spectrum Analyzer

LO and IF ranges compatible with mixer

8566B

Synthesized Sweeper

Frequency: 8 to 13.5 GHz

8340A

 

Output Level: >0 dBm

 

Amplifier

Output Level: >18 dBm leveled

11975A

 

Frequency Range: 3 to 5 GHz

 

Amplifier

Frequency Range: 8 to 13.5 GHz

8349A

 

Output Level >15 dBm

 

Power Meter

Compatible with Power Sensor

436A

Power Sensor

SWR: <2.0

R8486A

Power Sensor

SWR: <1.3 @ 6 GHz

8485A

Directional Coupler1

Coupling: 20 dB

R752D

 

Directivity: >40 dB

 

 

Primary Arm SWR: <1.05

 

 

Auxiliary Arm SWR: <1.2

 

Isolator

Insertion Loss: <1.5 dB

P/N 0960-0082

 

Isolation: >20 dB

 

 

SWR: <1.2

 

Frequency Tripler

Input Power: >10 dBm minimum

Spacekom Microwave2

 

Conversion Loss: <15 dB

TKa-1

Adapter

SMA female to SMA female

P/N 1250-1158

Adapter

SMA female to Type N female

P/N 1250-1404

Adapter (2 required)

Type N male to SMA female

P/N 1250-1250

Cables (3 required)

Connectors: SMA male

P/N 5061-5458

Cable

Connectors: SMA male

P/N 8120-4396

 

Loss: <1.0 dB @ 20 GHz

 

Cable

Connectors: BNC male

11086A

 

 

 

1.Calibration data for the coupling ration between the output arm and the auxil- iary arm is necessary for accurate measurements.

2.Honeywell, Inc. Spacekom Microwave Center, Santa Barbara, CA

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Contents Manufacturing Part Number OctoberCertification Limitation of Warranty Page Contents Service General Information Introduction Serial NumbersSeries Harmonic Mixers Mixer Connection Kit, Option Specifications Waveguide Connector Screws11970 Series Specifications LO Harmonic Number LO Input Frequency Range Model RF Frequency Range 11970 Supplemental Characteristics Specifications Operation Operating Precautions IntroductionGetting Started Mixer ConnectionsGetting Started Loading Data Viewing DataSet up the equipment Harmonic Mixer SetupAmplitude Calibration Manually Entering Conversion-Loss DataSignal Identification Chapter Spectrum Analyzer Amplitude Calibration Signal Identification AYZ Using the Mixers with the 856X Series Spectrum Analyzers External Mixer SetupSelect the Frequency Band External Mixer Frequency RangesSave the average conversion-loss value Select the band of interestSignal Identification 10 Store and correct for conversion lossIdentify signals with the frequency-shift method 11 Signal Responses Produced by a 50 GHz Signal in U Band12 Response for Invalid Signals Identify signals in wide frequency spans 14 SIG ID AT MKR Performed on an Image Signal15 SIG ID AT MKR Performed on a True Signal Preliminary Operation Using the Mixers with MMS AnalyzersEquipment Connection Band Selection OperationAmplitude Calibration for a Single Frequency External Mixing Bands and Associated Mixing Harmonics Band Harmonic Number N Frequency Range GHzSets which active input port will be selected when the Instr Frequency Ranges and Corresponding Harmonic Numbers Conversion Loss Versus Frequency Correction For further information, consult the Agilent 70900B Using the Mixers with the 8566B Spectrum Analyzer 17External Mixer ConnectionProcedure Amplitude CalibrationSignal Identification 19 Sample Mixer Calibration Table Performance Tests Test Record Description Performance Test ProceduresRecommended Test Equipment for 11907K Recommended Test Equipment for 11970A Recommended Test Equipment for 11970Q Recommended Test Equipment for 11970U Recommended Test Equipment for Recommended Test Equipment for 11970W Specifications Conversion Loss and Frequency ResponseDescription 11970V 50.0 GHz 11970W 75.0 GHz For 11970V or W Then press Center Frequency Conversion Loss and Frequency Response Conversion Loss and Frequency Response Performance Test Setups 1 Performance Test Setups 2 Conversion Loss and Frequency Response Test Record Conversion Loss and Frequency Response Test Record Specification Average Noise Level TestAverage Noise Level Test For 11970V or W Average Noise Level Test Average Noise Test Record Average Noise LevelService Maintenance RepairsReplaceable Parts Circuit Description11970 Series Mixer Schematic Diagram Accessories and Replaceable Parts Part Number DescriptionAgilent Technologies Sales and Service Offices European Field OperationsMaintenance