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Keysight Technologies

U304

5AM04

Multiport Test Set Extension

User’s and
Service Guide

NOTICE: This document contains references to
Agilent Technologies. Agilent’s former Test and
Measurement business has become Keysight
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PNA or PNA-X Network Analyzer On-line Help
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Page 1: ...NOTICE This document contains references to Agilent Technologies Agilent s former Test and Measurement business has become Keysight Technologies For more information go to www keysight com Use this m...

Page 2: ...he Software 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...

Page 3: ...ns for Accuracy Enhanced Measurement 7 Dimensions and Space Requirements 7 Maximum Power Levels 8 Typical Reflection Tracking 9 Front and Rear Panel Features 10 Hardware Lock link Installation U3021 6...

Page 4: ...ess GPIB Command Processor 36 GPIB Command Processor Console 37 Address and Data Values 38 Setting the Test Port Paths with Address and Data 38 Control Lines 40 Internal Voltage Supply Configuration 4...

Page 5: ...le Connections 65 Source Signal Path Insertion Loss Test 65 Receiver Signal Path Insertion Loss Test 67 Source IN to CPLR THRU RCVR OUT to CPLR ARM Path Test 68 RF Performance Failures 70 Troubleshoot...

Page 6: ...EMC Compliance 80 South Korea Class A EMC Declaration 80 Safety 80 Acoustic Statement 80 Keysight Support Services and Assistance 81 Service and Support Options 81 Contacting Keysight 81 Shipping Your...

Page 7: ...1 U3045AM04 Keysight U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide...

Page 8: ...ht U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide U3045AM04 1 Introduction Figure 1 Introduction This document describes how to use and service the U3045AM04 Multiport Extension Test Set Front Panel N5245A with U...

Page 9: ...onal computer is not required A standard Keysight System II instrument cabinet 4EIA height x 497 8 mm depth The N5244 5A PNA X network analyzer will be referred to throughout this document as the anal...

Page 10: ...talled into the analyzer s file directory c Program Files Keysight Network Analyzer testsets Ensure that the network analyzer has the latest version of firmware installed The following web site links...

Page 11: ...er Interface Kit Options The U3045AM04 requires one of the following kits to interface the test set with your network analyzer The interface kit model option includes the hardware lock link and cable...

Page 12: ...dynamic range to determine the approximate performance of the system The life expectancy of the following switches are 5 million cycles When making measurements using more than one port single sweeps...

Page 13: ...nt in a cabinet the convection into and out of the instrument must not be restricted The ambient temperature outside the cabinet must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the instrument b...

Page 14: ...mum level to ensure no damage Refer to your analyzer s specifications to determine the maximum input power levels for the access and test ports or to optimize the power levels in the receivers Damage...

Page 15: ...al specifications are based on 1 to 2 units performance see Table 5 Table 5 Typical Reflection Tracking dB Frequency Ports 1 to 4 Ports 5 to 8 10 MHz to 2 GHz 1 5 1 0 2 GHz to 5 GHz 2 5 2 0 5 GHz to 1...

Page 16: ...OURCE IN Test Port s LEDs An illuminated LED indicates an active port in Source or Receiver mode On the front panel S indicates Source test ports and R indicates Receiver test ports Standby Switch Not...

Page 17: ...an English 1 4 20 thread nut 2950 0004 and lock washer 2190 0067 Pass Through Interface The Pass Through Interface is used to connection to another test set Test Set Interface The test set Interface c...

Page 18: ...nal certified power cords to meet region electrical supply and receptacle configurations Please contact Keysight at www keysight com for assistance in power cord selection The detachable power cord is...

Page 19: ...sconnect the instrument from all voltage sources while it is being opened Locking the Test Set to the Network Analyzer 1 The lock link kit U3021 60002 includes 5023 0132 Lock links kit left right pair...

Page 20: ...stall Lock links to the Network Analyzer 5 Remove the two upper standoffs from the rear panel of the test set using a T20 Torx driver 6 Install the left and right lock links onto the test set as shown...

Page 21: ...king the Analyzer 8 Secure the analyzer s lower lock links to the test set s upper lock link using the spring loaded screws If the analyzer s lock links are not aligned with the screw holes loosen the...

Page 22: ...uture use 2 Connect the RF interconnect cables from the network analyzer to the test set in the order listed As you are connecting each cable torque to 8 in lb Refer to Table 6 and Figure 10 Over torq...

Page 23: ...the test set Interface connector on the rear panel similar to Figure 11 Figure 11 Test Set I O Cable Connection Interconnect Cable Verification 1 Perform the System Operational Check on page 18 2 If t...

Page 24: ...ti Port Mode see Multiport Mode Operation on page 22 Frequency range 10 MHz to 50 GHz IFBW 1 kHz Scale 20 dB Div Set the analyzer to measure S11 Check Results The 2 4 mm short will be moved to each te...

Page 25: ...t PNA A Port 6 Port 5 Port 7 Port 8 CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR C IN CPLR ARM Port 1 Src Rec S201 S200 1 2 C CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR A IN CPLR ARM Src Rec S101 1 2 C S100 1 2 C DC1 DC2 1 2 C Port 2 B...

Page 26: ...rt PNA A Port 6 Port 5 Port 7 Port 8 CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR C IN CPLR ARM Port 1 Src Rec S201 S200 1 2 C CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR A IN CPLR ARM Src Rec S101 1 2 C S100 1 2 C DC1 DC2 1 2 C Port 2 B...

Page 27: ...Mode on page 31 GPIB Control Mode on page 35 Typeface Key Conventions The following key conventions are used throughout this document HARDKEYS are labeled front panel keys SOFTKEYS are indicated on th...

Page 28: ...bility To access the multiport application select Utility System Configure Multiport Capability 2 Select U3045AM04_PNAX_p4 8 Port System from the drop down menu and select Restart as a multiport PNA w...

Page 29: ...xternal Test Set Control U3045AM04 Figure 18 External Test Set Control This menu will allow the physical Ports 1 thru 8 to be identified as any port for your convenience For example Port 5 can be re n...

Page 30: ...e Sxx selection is the Receiver Port and the second number will be the Source Port Any port can be selected to be the Receiver Source or both as in S11 The front panel R LED indicates the port is the...

Page 31: ...ab Balanced Measurements can be configured by selecting the Balance tab in the New Trace menu For more information on balanced differential component measurement refer to the Application Note 1373 1 a...

Page 32: ...de U3045AM04 Controlling the U3045AM04 1 Receivers Tab The S Parameter measurements can be ratioed with selectable Denominators for each port and receiver Refer to the standard documentation for more...

Page 33: ...characterize the ECal module select Response Cal ECal Characterize ECal Module Calibrate at the end of the test port RF cables and any adapters that are used to connect the DUT This removes the effec...

Page 34: ...ig and in the drop down menu select Default OK Save this configuration as a User Preset by selecting Save User Preset Save current state as User Preset Do not use the factory Preset User Preset Off th...

Page 35: ...lick Select All or select the ports individually that you are calibrating and click Next If an ECal characterization has been done select View Select ECal Module and select the previously saved user f...

Page 36: ...ter calibrating test set ports use a quality load and short to verify the calibration on each port or end of the test cable Measure reflection and confirm the return loss is as expected If the result...

Page 37: ...path commands of the interface control It is recommended that the analyzer be restarted in stand alone mode if the interface control is being used A unique set of control data can be sent for each cha...

Page 38: ...ace Control mode select Trace Chan Channel Hardware Setup Interface Control in the drop down menu and select Enable Interface Control The network analyzer series include the Interface Control applicat...

Page 39: ...t setting Interface Control is disabled and NO data is sent To send data the individual interfaces must also be enabled Test Set I O Control addr data 2 Provides control of the Test Set I O Interface...

Page 40: ...race on the channel sweep is completed Dwell After Command 7 Specifies a wait time in milliseconds after all commands to all interfaces are sent Any positive integer is allowed This is used to allow a...

Page 41: ...d in the analyzer s Help menu Overview How to Access GPIB Command Processor GPIB Command Processor Console Overview of the GPIB Control The GPIB Command Processor allows you to send address and data t...

Page 42: ...rface Control 2 Place the analyzer in Start or Standalone mode The GPIB Command Processor will not work in Multiport mode See Figure 17 on page 22 3 To access the GPIB Command Processor select Utility...

Page 43: ...mmands can remotely control the external Test Set I O connector by sending the following address a integer number data a integer number Address and data are separated by a comma Commands are executed...

Page 44: ...ommand Refer to Interface Control Mode on page 31 and in GPIB Control Mode on page 35 Example 1 Refer to Figure 32 on page 39 If the ports have different addresses two separate address data commands m...

Page 45: ...gure 32 Address and Data Example 1 Port 5 and 6 Port 5 PNA X C Port 3 A Port 1 CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR C IN CPLR ARM CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR A IN CPLR ARM 1 2 3 S13 S10 1 2 3 Port 6 1 2 3 S23 S20...

Page 46: ...can be from the internal adjustable voltage source 2 to 5 Vdc or an external DC power supply depending on how the connection to the control line is configured When using an external power supply a pos...

Page 47: ...Line 4 Control Line Output of the voltage from pin 13 or pin 14 5 Line 5 Control Line Output of the voltage from pin 13 or pin 14 6 Line 6 Control Line Output of the voltage from pin 13 or pin 14 7 Li...

Page 48: ...the multimeter indicates the selected voltage Figure 34 illustrates an example of the connection between the DUT and the test set using the internal DC power supply Connect pin 12 to pin 13 and pin 14...

Page 49: ...power supply DC ground to pin 15 Turning On the Test Set using an External Power Supply 1 Turn On the test set 2 Connect the DUT 3 Turn On the external power supply Turning Off the Test Set using an E...

Page 50: ...11 will be used The address value is always 112 Test Set DUT Control Address and Data Logic Table Address Data Description Line Pin 112 0 ALL DUT Control Lines set to logic high or connected to Pin 1...

Page 51: ...of these lines and calculate the SUM of their data values Listed are two examples to illustrate this concept Refer to Figure 28 shown with all lines logic high Example 1 To change lines 1 8 to equal l...

Page 52: ...nly a functional certificate is provided for the test set It is recommended that you return your instrument to Keysight for servicing or repair if the test set and analyzer performance exceed the oper...

Page 53: ...Set Delete or Rename any Cal Sets titled 999 1 thru 999 8 8 Port although it is unlikely that you will find Cal Sets with these names 4 Verify that the analyzer is in 8 Port mode See the bottom of th...

Page 54: ...ont or rear panel This procedure assumes you are using a ECal If you are not see 1 Port Calibration and Verification Procedure on page 49 See Perform a 1 Port Calibration on Port 1 On the analyzer sel...

Page 55: ...r USB port Select Use Electronic Calibration ECal Next 3 Continue following the Cal Wizard prompts In the Select Calibration Ports and ECal Module dialog box click Clear All then select Port 1 Next Me...

Page 56: ...name 999 1 Overwrite the Calset if it already exists and Save on page 49 for Ports 2 thru 8 When finished there should be 8 Cal Sets saved with the titles 999 1 thru 999 8 8 Port 8 Select Trace Chan T...

Page 57: ...om the Cal Sets drop down menu select 999 1 and select Enable Select the Reflection Tracking x x where x x is the port being tested Ensure that the Enable and Error Terms check boxes are selected on p...

Page 58: ...the analyzer 2 Check all appropriate analyzer and test set connectors for damage cleanliness and proper torques 3 Repeat the relevant 1 Port calibrations using another ECal or mechanical standard 4 Ve...

Page 59: ...rified Select Cal Cal Set Cal_File Apply Cal Close If the Choose Stimulus Settings prompt appears select Change the active channel s stimulus OK Close 4 Select Response Cal More ECal ECal Confidence C...

Page 60: ...avoid electrical shock do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so Replaceable Parts The following replaceable parts are available from Keysight Technologies Find A Part system on t...

Page 61: ...er RF Cable Semi rigid U3047 20016 RF Cable Semi rigid U3047 20017 SW Interface Board programmed U3025 60068 U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide U3045 90003 Dress Nut couplers N5230 20081 Rear Lock Fee...

Page 62: ...ram Mechnical Switches Agilent N5245A 4 Port PNA X CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR B IN CPLR ARM D Port 4 CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR D IN CPLR ARM C Port 3 A Port 1 CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR C IN CPLR ARM CP...

Page 63: ...J13 AC Line Filter Assy FS2 FS3 AC IN J101 J100 JTAG P1 J16 J5 J15 FS1 N C 3 5 12 12 15 15 Vdc 3 5 24 28 Vdc RF Switches Front Panel Active Signal Path Name Test Set Port SRC 5 FAN 12 Vdc NOTES The d...

Page 64: ...Coupled Arm for frequencies 1 GHz to 50 GHz approximately 53 dB 1 GHz The insertion loss through the CPLR THRU path is typically 4 dB at 50 GHz RF Switch Components The test set uses eight mechanical...

Page 65: ...terminated SW23 Receiver to Ports 3 and 6 provides control of the Receiver Input path to Analyzer Port 3 and Test Set Port 6 In the state shown in the block diagram switch 23 routes Port 3 Coupler Arm...

Page 66: ...or lights 1 Verify that the front panel Power Switch is operational a The rear panel fan and front panel Active LED should operate when the Standby Switch is in the On position 2 AC line voltage check...

Page 67: ...l to identify the terminal voltage values e If all of the DC Input LEDs are On and the fan is not working replace fan The 9 and 10 Vdc indicators are not used in this instrument Off is normal Figure 4...

Page 68: ...n 1 5 Control Lines are not working a Verify that the control voltage pin connections to the DUT control lines are connected properly Refer to Control Lines on page 40 b Verify that the rear panel DC...

Page 69: ...s firmware is correct and that the test set file is loaded into the analyzer Refer to Network Analyzer Requirements on page 4 3 Using the I O command values confirm that the correct address and data...

Page 70: ...t and the analyzer 2 Preset the analyzer and set it to Standalone Mode Select Utility System Configure Multiport Capability In the dialog box select Restart as a standalone PNA OK 3 Confirm the freque...

Page 71: ...e IN to Ports 5 8 Source Figure 47 on page 66 RCVR OUT to Ports 5 8 Receiver Figure 48 on page 67 Source IN to CPLR THRU Source Figure 49 on page 69 RCVR OUT to CPLR ARM Receiver Figure 49 on page 69...

Page 72: ...U3045AM04 Service Information Figure 47 Source IN to Ports 5 to 8 Path Response 66 Keysight U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide...

Page 73: ...Signal Path Test Instructions Path RF Path Description Control Mode Address Data Path Components Insertion Loss typical 1 RCVR OUT to Ports 51 0 16 P5 CPLR S13 Figure 48 on page 67 2 RCVR OUT to Ports...

Page 74: ...h Components 1 Port 5 9 Source IN to CPLR THRU 0 0 S10 2 Port 6 10 Source IN to CPLR THRU 16 0 S20 3 Port 7 11 Source IN to CPLR THRU 32 0 S30 4 Port 8 12 Source IN to CPLR THRU 64 0 S40 Table 20 Rece...

Page 75: ...U3045AM04 Service Information 1 Figure 49 Source IN to CPLR THRU RCVR OUT to CPLR ARM Path Response Keysight U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide 69...

Page 76: ...ed 2 Verify the interface and internal RF cables are cleaned and not damaged Verifying a Cal Kit Operational Check Failure on page 52 3 Review the Operational Check with Cal Kit on page 46 and verify...

Page 77: ...UT Controller Board Power Supply Wire Harness J11 Power Supply 12 V 15 V1 1 Dual Voltage Connection J12 Power Supply 12 V 15 V J13 Power Supply 3 V 5 V J14 Power Supply 28 V J18 Fan Table 22 Switch In...

Page 78: ...Set Top View DUT Control Bd Test Set Control Bd bottom Bd Switch Interface B top Bd Coupler Test Ports x4 Switches x4 SW10 SW20 SW30 SW40 Source Paths Switches x4 Receiver Paths SW13 SW23 SW33 SW43 72...

Page 79: ...U3045AM04 Service Information 1 Figure 51 Test Set Bottom View 10 Line Module Power Supply Fan Fuse x2 5 A 250 V Fuse Keysight U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide 73...

Page 80: ...er cord The mains plug shall be only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the product is likely to...

Page 81: ...components may cause product damage and serious injury This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2 Verify that the premise electrical voltage supply is within t...

Page 82: ...e instrument The front panel switch is only a standby switch and is not a LINE switch disconnecting device Connector Care and Cleaning Precautions Remove the power cord to the instrument To clean the...

Page 83: ...emblies or when making connections always wear a heel strap 9300 1126 when working in an area with a conductive floor If you are uncertain about the conductivity of your floor wear a heel strap always...

Page 84: ...U3045AM04 Electrostatic Discharge Protection Figure 54 ESD Protection Setup 78 Keysight U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide...

Page 85: ...is a registered trademark of the European Community If accompanied by a year it is when the design was proven The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the CSA International This mark designates the...

Page 86: ...NMB 001 This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES 001 Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB 001 du Canada South Korea Class A EMC Declaration This equipment is Class A suitable for profession...

Page 87: ...for Service or Repair IMPORTANT Keysight Technologies reserves the right to reformat or replace the internal hard disk drive in your analyzer as part of its repair This will erase all user informatio...

Page 88: ...82 Keysight U3045AM04 User s and Service Guide...

Page 89: ...This information is subject to change without notice Keysight Technologies 2012 2014 2017 Edition 1 February 2017 Supersedes April 2014 www keysight com...

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