Agilent Technologies N5161A, 62A, 83A, 82A, 81A manual With Modulation

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Operation Verification

Checking the Output Power

With Modulation

11.Preset the signal generator: Press Preset.

12.Select the factory- supplied waveform

SINE_TEST_WFM:

a.Press Mode > Dual ARB > Select Waveform.

b.Highlight the SINE_TEST_WFM waveform.

c.Press Select Waveform.

13.Turn the arbitrary waveform player on: Press the ARB softkey to highlight On.

14.Set the frequency to the first value listed in Table 3- 6:

Press Frequency > 125 > MHz.

15.Set the amplitude to 7 dBm: Press Amplitude > 7 > dBm.

16.Configure the power meter as follows:

a.On the power meter, press the

Frequency Cal Fac button.

b.Select a power meter channel (if applicable).

c.Use the arrow keys to enter the frequency at which to measure the power.

17.Measure the output power.

18.Repeat steps 14 through 17 for the remaining frequencies listed in Table 3- 6, and confirm that the power level at each point is within limits.

Table 3-6

N5162A/82A Output Power with

Modulation

Frequency

Amplitude

Limits

(MHz)

(dBm)

(dB)

 

 

 

250

7

±2

 

 

 

323

7

±2

 

 

 

512

7

±2

 

 

 

814

7

±2

 

 

 

1275

7

±2

 

 

 

2025

7

±2

 

 

 

2750

7

±2

 

 

 

3750

7

±2

 

 

 

5250

7

±2

 

 

 

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Agilent N5161A/62A/81A/82A/83A MXG Signal Generators Installation Guide

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Contents Installation Guide AU TI O N WA RN ING Contents Regulatory Information Installation Guide User’s Guide Programming Guide Documentation OverviewScpi Reference Service Guide Key Helpa Safety Information General Safety ConsiderationsInstrument Markings ICES/NMBGetting Started Signal Generator Physical Characteristics Checking the ShipmentOption Description Quantity Part Number Environment Line Setting RequirementsMeeting Environmental and Electrical Requirements VentilationConnecting the AC Power Cord Configuring the MXG ATE Accessing the MXG ATE Web-Enabled Page1Web-Enabled MXG ATE2 Configuring the Display N5181A/82A/83A Only1 Display SoftkeysConfiguring for Remote Control1 LAN ConfigurationGpib Configuration Enabling LAN Services Browser, Sockets,Ordering Accessories Descriptiona Part Number Part NumberbDescription a Part Number Part Number b Cleaning Suggestions Proper Use and CleaningReturning a Signal Generator to Agilent Technologies Contacting AgilentOperation Verification Running Self Test1 Self Test Failure1 Viewing Test ResultsFrequency Range and Accuracy Check Test Equipment Recommended ModelFrequency Counter Procedure N5161A1/62A1/81A/82A Frequency MHz Limit HzSpectrum Analyzer Procedure Frequency Limit HzN5161A/62A N5183A 81A/82A Checking the Output Power Troubleshooting Problems with the Frequency Accuracy CheckN5161A1/81A Test Procedure N5161A/81A Output Power Frequency Amplitude dBm LimitsN5162A1/82A Test Procedure Without ModulationWith Modulation N5183A Output Power Frequency Amplitude Limits a DBm N5183A Test ProcedureN5183A Frequency Power Sensor Option 1EA520 532 540 40 GHz Option Troubleshooting Problems with the Output Power Check Operation Verification Checking the Output Power Statement of Compliance CertificationAssistance Compliance with Canadian EMC RequirementsCompliance with German Noise Requirements Acoustic Noise Emission/GeraeuschemissionIndex Index

81A, 82A, 83A, 62A, N5161A specifications

Agilent Technologies, now part of Keysight Technologies, is renowned for its advanced electronic test and measurement solutions. Among its offerings, the 83A, N5161A, 62A, 82A, and 81A signal generation and analysis instruments stand out for their performance, reliability, and innovative technologies tailored for various applications.

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