Keysight N5290/1A Installation Guide 4-11
Performance Verification
System Verification
performance is a significant contributor to the system performance, cables of
lower performance will increase the uncertainty of your measurement. It is
highly recommended that the test port cables be regularly tested.
If the system verification is performed with a non-Keysight cable, ensure that
the cable meets or exceeds the specifications for the test cable specified in the
previous table,
“Equipment Used in the System Verification Procedure.”
Refer
to the cable’s user’s guide for specifications.
Kit Substitution
Non-Keysight calibration kits and verification kits are not recommended nor
supported.
System Verification Procedure
1.
If you desire printed test outputs, connect a printer to the analyzer. For the
printer, ensure that the correct driver is loaded and the printer is defined
as the default printer. Refer to the embedded help in the analyzer for
printer setup. Let the analyzer warm up for at least 90 minutes.
2.
Insert the verification kit memory stick into the analyzer USB port.
3.
Press
UTILITY
>
System
>
Service
>
System Verification
. The VNA System
Verification dialog box is displayed; refer to
Figure 4-3
System Verification Dialog Box
4.
In the Calibration Kit box, select the calibration kit or electronic calibration
module (ECal) that is being used by clicking on it. The corresponding
verification kit to use is selected for you and displayed in the Verification
Kit box. Refer to
.