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Agilent Technologies

M9405A

User’s and Service Guide

Manufacturing Part Number: M9499-90004

Printed in USA: February 2014

Supersede July 2013

Summary of Contents for M9405A

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Page 3: ...Agilent Technologies M9405A User s and Service Guide Manufacturing Part Number M9499 90004 Printed in USA February 2014 Supersede July 2013 Copyright Agilent Technologies Inc 2013 2014 ...

Page 4: ...TERMS THE WARRANTY TERMS IN THE SEPARATE AGREEMENT WILL CONTROL DFARS Restricted Rights Notice If software is for use in the performance of a U S Government prime contract or subcontract Software is delivered and licensed as Commercial computer software as defined in DFAR 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted computer software as defined in FAR 5...

Page 5: ... any possible injury Read and follow all installation operation and maintenance information carefully before using this product Refer to the user documentation for complete product specifications This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards and has been supplied in a safe condition The documentation contains information and warnings that must be followed...

Page 6: ...ropean Community If accompanied by a year it is when the design was proven This is a required mark signifying compliance with an EMC requirement The C Tick mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Spectrum Management Agency Indicates the time period during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use Forty years is the expected useful...

Page 7: ...stall the M9405A 9 M9405A Operational Check Procedure 11 Equipment Required 11 Equipment Test Configuration Option I Network Analyzer 11 Equipment Test Configuration Option II Signal Source Power Meter 12 Equipment Test Configuration Option III Signal Source Spectrum Analyzer 13 Service 14 If a Problem is Found 14 Module Core Replacement 14 Replaceable Parts 14 Ordering a Core Replacement Module 1...

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Page 10: ...lent Technologies Inc representative or refer to Contacting Agilent on page 17 Description Congratulations on your purchase from Agilent Technologies Inc The M9405A is a 1 slot 1U PXIe Amplifier The M9405A operates over a frequency range of 300 kHz to 26 5 or 50 GHz To get the most out of your purchase it is recommended that this User s and Service Guide be read carefully and completely Table 1 Mo...

Page 11: ...atures referred to in this document are defined as follows Calibrated instruments have been stored for a minimum of 2 hours within the full temperature range 45 minute warm up time Calibration cycle maintained When used with Agilent M9300A frequency reference and Agilent interconnect cables Characteristics describe product performance that is useful in the application of the product but that is no...

Page 12: ...o the serial number label on the side panel and the packing literature included with the shipment Electrostatic Discharge Protection Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage or destroy electronic components The module is shipped in materials which prevent damage from static and should only be removed from the packaging in an anti static area ensuring that the correct anti static precautions are take...

Page 13: ...ompression dBm 0 1 dB and 1 dB compression 1 GHz 10 GHz 26 5 GHz 50 GHz 0 1 dB 22 22 22 20 1 dB 18 13 14 13 Maximum Input Power M9405A 10 dBm Impedance 50 Ohms Option F26 Option F50 Return Loss dB RF Input S11 RF Output S22 10 5 Gain dB S21 27 24 NF dB The conversion loss of the link is the primary contributor to the NF results Amplification is recommended to reduce NF 7 9 RF Connectors 3 5 mm 2 4...

Page 14: ... Front Panel Status LED Green the status LED indicates the chassis is powered on and communicating with the module when the soft front panel is opened SFP Access Ports 3 5 or 2 4 mm female RF Input Output 300 kHz to 26 5 or 50 GHz PXI Latch Secures the modules to the mainframe Status LED Latch Access Ports ...

Page 15: ...cs memory recommended Super VGA graphics is supported Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 0 or greater Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 0 or greater Hardware Requirements Chassis PXIe system host controller A PXI or PXI Express embedded controller or remote controller external PC connected to the chassis via a PCI to PXI interface is required PXIe System host Controller A PXI or PXI Express embedde...

Page 16: ...re installation This includes first time installation of a module in a different chassis slot The software installation includes the following NOTE Version 16 2 or newer of the Agilent IO Libraries Suite is required The Agilent IO Libraries Suite CD E2094 60003 includes the Agilent Connection Expert It is also available on the internet at http www agilent com find iosuite Instrument software which...

Page 17: ... chassis has multiple fan speed settings ensure that the fans are set to automatic Do not set the fan speed to low or turn it off 3 Position the chassis so that there is ample space between the chassis fan intake and exhaust vents Blockage by walls or obstructions affects the air flow needed for cooling Refer to the chassis documentation for more information about cooling 4 Holding the module by t...

Page 18: ...ng screws Performance may suffer if the screws are not tightened properly 6 Verify that the PXI chassis fans are operable and free of dust and other contaminants that may restrict air flow 7 Install all chassis covers and filler panels Missing filler panels may disrupt necessary air circulation in the chassis 8 Power up the PXI chassis ...

Page 19: ...ation Option I Network Analyzer 1 Adjust the Network Analyzer Stimulus Power for the M9405A to 30 dBm 2 Set the Frequency Sweep from 10 MHz to 26 5 or 50 GHz depending on Options F26 or F50 3 Perform a 2 Port Network Analyzer calibration normalization response is adequate 4 Connect the Stimulus Source Network Analyzer Port 1 to the M9405A RF Input Port 5 Connect Port 2 of the Network Analyzer to t...

Page 20: ...to M9405A RF Input Port 5 Connect the Power Meter Sensor to M9405A RF Output Port NOTE Depending on your instrument s power handling capability it may be necessary to use a 20 dB attenuator to protect the instrument 6 Measure the Power and compare the Gain Pmeasured Pstimulus 7 Set the Signal Source to a CW Frequency of 10 GHz 8 Repeat step 5 thru step 6 9 Set the Signal Source to a CW Frequency o...

Page 21: ... Stimulus Source to M9405A RF Input Port 5 Connect the Spectrum Analyzer to M9405A RF Output Port NOTE Depending on your instrument s power handling capability it may be necessary to use a 20 dB attenuator to protect the instrument 6 Measure the Power and compare the Gain Pmeasured Pstimulus 7 Set the Signal Source to a CW Frequency of 10 GHz 8 Repeat step 5 thru step 6 9 Set the Signal Source to ...

Page 22: ... Agilent on the internet at http www agilent com find assist 2 Order a core replacement for your module 3 When the core replacement arrives the package includes Entitlement Certificate Replacement module Functional Certificate for the replacement module RMA number Return instructions Description Agilent Part Numbers Part Number Description PXIe Amplifier Option F26 M9405 60001 Replacement core ass...

Page 23: ... Important Keep the screws new ones are not included with the replacement module 6 Remove the side shield from the replacement module using this same process 7 Attach the original side shield from the defective module to the replacement module 8 Install the replacement module into the chassis 9 Power up the chassis 10 If you are using a remote controller power up the computer If you are using an e...

Page 24: ...ber label is located on the side panel of the module The serial number can also be read from the Soft Front Panel interface but only after the hardware is installed Description of failure or service required Return Material Authorization RMA number c Pack the module in its original ESD bag and packing carton If the original carton is not available use bubble wrap or packing peanuts and place the i...

Page 25: ... not have access to the Internet contact your field engineer NOTE In any correspondence or telephone conversation refer to the Agilent product by its model number and full serial number With this information the Agilent representative can determine the warranty status of your unit Return for Service or Repair Should it be necessary to return the product for repair or service please include the fol...

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