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 30                                                                                                                               Installation Note E8356-90001

In This Guide
Getting Help with Your Analyzer

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Getting Help with Your Analyzer

Help System

Use on-line Help to quickly reference programming and user documentation. 

On-line Help is only available in English.
We recommend that you begin by accessing Help and reading the topics in the 

Quick Start section. To access this information:

— On the analyzer's front panel, press the Help button. Or, on the PNA display, 

click Help, then Network Analyzer Help.

— Click Quick Start in PNA Help.

PNA on the Internet

The PNA Family Network Analyzer Support website is another resource for help 
with the analyzer. You can find all PNA documentation and other resources at: 

http://na.support.keysight.com/pna

.

You can also post your questions for the measurement experts at the Keysight 

Network Analyzer Forum: 

http://www.keysight.com/owc_discussions

.

Contacting Keysight

Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a 
local Keysight office are available on the Web at: 

www.keysight/find/assist

. If 

you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Keysight field 
engineer

In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Keysight 

product by its model number and full serial number. With this information, 

the Keysight representative can determine whether your product is still 

within its warranty period. 

Summary of Contents for PNA Series

Page 1: ...Keysight PNA Series Network Analyzers Installation and Getting Started Guide ...

Page 2: ... to U S government customers under its standard commercial license which is embodied in its End User License Agreement EULA a copy of which can be found at http www keysight com find sweula The license set forth in the EULA represents the exclusive authority by which the U S government may use modify distribute or disclose the Software The EULA and the license set forth therein does not require or...

Page 3: ...n page 11 This section discusses how to install your PNA Windows 10 Operating System B Models Only on page 22 This section discusses the Windows 10 Operating System that is installed on PNA B models only Getting Help with Your Analyzer on page 30 This section discusses where to go for resources to help with using your PNA Safety Regulatory and Environmental Information on page 31 This section cont...

Page 4: ... Licenses The hardware and or software described in this document are furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license Trademarks Microsoft is a U S registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Windows and MS Windows are U S registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Safety Symbols The following safety symbols are used throughout this manua...

Page 5: ...able in English only The Installation and Quick Start Guide helps to quickly familiarize yourself with the analyzer Procedures are provided for installing configuring and verifying the operation of the analyzer Downloading PNA Documentation from the Web Documentation for all PNA models is available at http na support keysight com pna help This includes online and PDF versions of PNA Help Service G...

Page 6: ...ents and assemblies or when making connections always wear a heel strap when working in an area with a conductive floor If you are uncertain about the conductivity of your floor wear a heel strap always ground yourself before you clean inspect or make a connection to a static sensitive device or test port You can for example grasp the grounded outer shell of the test port or cable connector briefl...

Page 7: ...levels These levels must not be exceeded Damage levels are also listed in the Specifications section of the analyzer s Help system There are two ways to protect the PNA input ports from high RF power 1 Use power limiters at the ports Information on limiters can be found at www keysight com find mta 2 Apply the recommendations in PNA Application Note 1408 10 Recommendations for Testing High Power A...

Page 8: ...age Proper connector care and connection techniques are critical for accurate and repeatable measurements The following table contains for tips on connector care Handling and Storage Do Keep connectors clean Extend sleeve or connector nut Use plastic end caps during storage Do Not Touch mating plane surfaces Set connectors contact end down Store connectors or adapters loose ...

Page 9: ... out of specification connector Making Connections Do Align connectors carefully Make preliminary connection contact lightly Turn only the connector nut Use a torque wrench for final connection Do Not Apply bending force to connection Over tighten preliminary connection Twist or screw any connection Tighten past torque wrench break point Keysight strongly recommends that adapters be used as connec...

Page 10: ...rformance settings or group policies Do NOT add or delete any SSD partitions on the PNA Do NOT delete the Keysight user account unless in a secured environment Do NOT modify any of the Keysight software registry entries Install Antivirus and Firewall Protection No antivirus software is shipped with the analyzer It is recommended that you install antivirus software if your analyzer is connected to ...

Page 11: ...oftkey then AgileUpdate to automatically update your firmware to the current revision If your PNA is NOT connected to the Internet you must update firmware using a flash drive Firmware can be downloaded from http na support keysight com pna Installing Your Analyzer Overview of the Installation Procedure Step 1 Check the Shipment Step 2 Meet Requirements Step 3 Install the Analyzer Step 4 Connect t...

Page 12: ...nt If damaged refer to Contacting Keysight on page 4 3 Use the Contents List in the shipping container to verify the completeness of your shipment If not complete refer to Contacting Keysight on page 4 The network analyzer is heavy It is recommended that two individuals or a mechanical lift be used to lift or transport the instrument The PNA is shipped with ESD safe protective end caps on the test...

Page 13: ...he specified range Mains Supply Voltage Frequency Power 100 120 VAC 50 60 400 Hz 450 W MAX 220 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 450W MAX 1 This instrument has an autoranging line voltage input Before switching on the instrument be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range and voltage fluctuations do not exceed 10 percent of the nominal supply voltage 2 Condensing humidity operating conditions are not ...

Page 14: ... bench top or in an equipment rack When installing an analyzer equipped with handles in an equipment rack use Option 1CP When installing an analyzer not equipped with handles in an equipment rack use Option 1CM Some analyzer performance parameters are specified for 25 C Refer to the Help system in the analyzer for the complete specifications Please review all safety information located in Safety R...

Page 15: ...d For installation follow the instructions provided with the rack mount kit and the rail kit Step 4 Connect the Accessories USB devices can be connected to any available USB port All ports comply with USB 2 0 specifications The PNA will recognize the USB device when it is connected and run the appropriate software driver to make the device operate correctly However there is a limit to the amount o...

Page 16: ...ite cores with the core closest to the PNA If cables with built in cores cannot be found use one of the clamp on ferrite cores that are included with the PNA It is especially important to use these cores on USB cables and LAN cables The core should snap closed to grip the cable firmly but without damaging the cable Attach the core to the cable as close as possible to the PNA connector end Cable ti...

Page 17: ...nstrument disconnecting device It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument The front panel switch is only a ON Standby switch and is not a LINE OFF switch Alternatively an externally installed switch or circuit breaker which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator may be used as a disconnecting device Do NOT press keys on the f...

Page 18: ...egrees below perpendicular If necessary ClearType can be disabled On the PNA desktop click Start then Control Panel then Appearance and Personalization then Display then Adjust ClearType Text Step 7 Perform Administrative Tasks We recommend that you consider performing the following administrative tasks shortly after powering up the analyzer for the first time Set up the administrator password onl...

Page 19: ... the above tasks are in the Help system in the analyzer To view these procedures On the analyzer s front panel press the Help button Or on the PNA display click Help Network Analyzer Help Click Quick Start in PNA Help Click Perform Administrative Tasks Click the task you wish to perform ...

Page 20: ...ndard is NOT included with the PNA On the A models Press System then Service softkey then Verification softkey then Operator s Check Follow the prompts On the B models Press System then Service softtab then Verification then Operator s Check Follow the prompts For assistance use the Help button displayed on the screen of the Operator s Check If a Log Error is displayed during the verification stat...

Page 21: ...tate is NOT saved to the PNA solid state drive When the PNA is powered ON a full system boot up is performed and the PNA powers up in the Preset settings 1 Only in an emergency should the power cord be removed from the PNA without first being put in Shutdown mode 2 If the PNA is locked and you cannot operate the mouse or keypad turn OFF the PNA by pressing and holding the power button for at least...

Page 22: ...icrosoft Windows on page 23 Installed Software on page 23 Customer Information of Software on page 23 User Accounts on page 24 Keysight PNA Licensing Options on page 24 Licensing New Measurement Application Software After Initial Purchase on page 24 Windows Configuration on page 24 Configuring Printers on page 27 Configuring LAN on page 27 Windows Security on page 27 System Maintenance on page 28 ...

Page 23: ...t has verified that the following programs are compatible with the instrument s applications MathWorks MATLAB Installation of other 3rd Party Software The PNA Vector Network Analyzer platform is an Open Windows environment so you can install software on the instrument However installation of non approved software may affect instrument performance Keysight does not warrant the performance of the an...

Page 24: ... may degrade instrument performance and measurement speed In general most Windows System settings typically set through the Windows Control Panel should not be modified Those that can be safely modified are listed below Settings that can be changed You may change the following Windows settings or administrative tasks available from the Windows Control Panel to suit your own personal preferences It...

Page 25: ...ck for critical Windows Updates and notify you Setup new user accounts Do not delete or modify the KeysightOnly user account Doing so may prevent Keysight from servicing the instrument Add the instrument to a network Install and configure a printer Set the time and date If you click on Advanced System Settings a dialog will open called System Properties On this dialog there is an Advanced tab whic...

Page 26: ...his dialog there is a tab called Hardware You should not modify any settings under the Hardware tab On this dialog there is also a tab called Advanced You should not modify any settings under the Advanced tab except as described above under Settings that can be changed Do not remove installed Fonts Do not change the following settings Screen Saver settings under Personalization Screen resolution u...

Page 27: ...hen new media and devices are detected The Autoplay Autorun feature is turned off in the instrument by default for heightened security unless the Administrator account is running If you wish to re enable Autoplay Autorun you may use the Auto Play function in the Control Panel However be aware that if you do this you may be more subject to virus attack from portable media such as USB flash drives C...

Page 28: ... if you do this then you should manually update Windows periodically utomatic Updates Virus and Firewall Protection No third party antivirus software is shipped with the analyzer It is recommended that you install antivirus software if your analyzer is connected to the LAN Check with your IT department to see what they recommend On or around November 2018 the analyzer is shipped with the Windows 1...

Page 29: ...Documents folder mapped to the D drive This is for the convenience of backing up the measurement data You should always back up the data on the D drive to an external device This allows you to restore the data if you ever need to replace the disk drive The E partition is reserved for Keysight s use The primary use of the E drive is for housing the Calibration and Alignment data Do not change or ov...

Page 30: ... is another resource for help with the analyzer You can find all PNA documentation and other resources at http na support keysight com pna You can also post your questions for the measurement experts at the Keysight Network Analyzer Forum http www keysight com owc_discussions Contacting Keysight Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Keysight office are avai...

Page 31: ...strument General Safety Considerations Safety Earth Ground To prevent electrical shock disconnect analyzer from mains before cleaning Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts Do not attempt to clean internally Denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure that if not correctly performed or adhered to would result in damage to or destruction of the p...

Page 32: ...s within the specified range This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2 per IEC standards Ventilation Requirements When installing the product in a cabinet the convection into and out of the product must not be restricted The ambient temperature outside the cabinet must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the instrument by 4 C for every 100 wa...

Page 33: ...de Refer servicing to qualified personnel To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers The power cord is connected to internal capacitors that may remain live for 5 seconds after disconnecting the plug from its power supply The opening of covers or removal of parts may expose dangerous voltages Disconnect the instrument from all voltage sources while it is being opened The detachable power cor...

Page 34: ... front panel switch is only a standby and ON switch and is not a LINE switch disconnecting device Alternatively an externally installed switch or circuit breaker which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator may be used as a disconnecting device Table 1 The instruction documentation symbol The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to th...

Page 35: ...ument complies with Canada CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 12 This is a symbol of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES 001 Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB du Canada Direct current The RCM mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Communications and Media Authority China RoHS regulations include requirements related to...

Page 36: ...nt temperatures EMC and Safety Information For ALL PNA Network Analyzers EMC Information Complies with the essential requirements of the European EMC Directive as well as current editions of the following standards dates and editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity IEC EN 61326 1 CISPR Pub 11 Group 1 class A AS NZS CISPR 11 ICES NMB 001 This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES 001 Ce...

Page 37: ...ion and end use those stresses include but are not limited to temperature humidity shock vibration altitude and power line conditions Test methods are aligned with IEC 60068 2 and levels are similar to MIL PRF 28800F Class 3 Parameter Required Values Ranges Operating Environment For Indoor Use ONLY This instrument has no air filters on the fan ports Operation in dirty dusty or similar environments...

Page 38: ...anty on your instrument contact Keysight Technologies with the model and serial number of your instrument Refer to Contacting Keysight on page 4 Operating Altitude 0 to 4 600 meters 15 000 feet Relative humidity Type tested 0 to 95 at 40 C non condensing In conditions of very high humidity below 95 at changing temperature there is a small risk of internal condensation that could cause the CPU real...

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Page 40: ...This information is subject to change without notice Keysight Technologies 2000 2018 Edition 2 September 18 2018 www keysight com ...

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