Agilent Technologies 11970-90031 manual For 11970V or W

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Performance Tests

Performance Tests

Conversion Loss and Frequency Response

9.Adjust the output power of the signal generator for a reading of approximately -10 dBm on the power meter for the 11970K, V or W and for approximately -3 dBm for the 11970A, Q or U. (Make sure that the unleveled light is not on for the 11970V and 11970W. Vary the power by adjusting the rotary vane attenuator.)

10.On the spectrum analyzer, press SHIFT and [MKR/∆ ⇑ STP SIZE].

11.Set spectrum analyzer CENTER FREQUENCY to:

11970K: 22 GHz

11970A: 33 GHz

11970Q: 41 GHz

11970U: 50 GHz

11970V: 62 GHz

11970W: 92 GHz

12.On the spectrum analyzer, press SHIFT and SWEEP, CONT.

13.Set the spectrum analyzer controls as follows:

For 11970K, A, Q or U:

SHIFT, REFERENCE LEVEL, 3, 0, -dB

SCALE ENTER dB/DIV, 2, dB

RES BW, 1, MHz

FREQUENCY SPAN, 2, 0, MHz

CF STEP SIZE, 5, 0, 0, MHz

For 11970V or W:

SHIFT, REFERENCE LEVEL, 3, 0, -dB

SCALE ENTER dB/DIV, 2, dB

RES BW, 3, MHz

FREQUENCY SPAN, 2, 0, 0, MHz

CF STEP SIZE, 1, GHz

Press REFERENCE LEVEL:

11970K: 3, 6, -dBm

11970A: 3, 8, -dBm

11970Q: 4, 0, -dBm

11970U: 4, 0, -dBm

11970V: 4, 8, -dBm

11970W: 5, 6, -dBm

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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 Using the Mixers with MMS Analyzers Preliminary OperationEquipment Connection Operation Band SelectionAmplitude 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 Performance Test Procedures DescriptionRecommended 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