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User’s and
Service Guide

Keysight Technologies

U3047AE04

Multiport Test Set Extension

Use this manual with the following documents:
PNA Series Network Analyzer On-line Help System

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Page 1: ...User s and Service Guide Keysight Technologies U3047AE04 Multiport Test Set Extension Use this manual with the following documents PNA Series Network Analyzer On line Help System...

Page 2: ...the 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 sweu...

Page 3: ...vel over the temperature range 20 to 30 C Typical performance does not include measurement uncertainty Nominal values indicate expected performance or describe product performance that is useful in th...

Page 4: ...ort and Standalone PNA Modes 20 PNA X Multiport Mode 21 Interface Control Mode 28 GPIB Control Mode 32 Address and Data Values 35 Setting the Test Port Paths with Address and Data 35 Control Lines 37...

Page 5: ...c Discharge Protection 71 Regulatory Information 72 Instrument Markings 72 Keysight Support Services and Assistance 74 Service and Support Options 74 Contacting Keysight 74 Shipping Your Product to Ke...

Page 6: ...User s and Service Guide U3047 90002...

Page 7: ...User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 1 U3047AE04...

Page 8: ...47AE04 Introduction Introduction This document describes how to use and service the U3047AE04 Multiport Extension Test Set with the Keysight N5247A 4 Port PNA X for a 8 Port network analyzer solution...

Page 9: ...rements The analyzer s frequency range must be equal to or exceed that of the test set so that the measurement system covers the full frequency range of the test set The test set files indicated in Ta...

Page 10: ...ns for system cabinet mounting U3047AE04 1CM Rack Mount Kit without Handles 5063 9215 U3047AE04 1CN Front Handle Kit 5063 9228 U3047AE04 1CP Rack Mount Kit with Handles 5063 9222 Network Analyzer Inte...

Page 11: ...alues measured in Table 6 in the Cal Kit Operational Check on page 43 can be subtracted from the analyzers dynamic range to determine the approximate performance of the system Power Requirements Verif...

Page 12: ...et 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 by 4 C for eve...

Page 13: ...able 5 Refer to your PNA X specifications to determine the maximum input power levels for the access and test ports or to optimize the power levels in the receivers Damage and maximum levels are not n...

Page 14: ...cifications are based on 1 to 2 units performance Table 6 Typical Reflection Tracking PNA X1 1 Reflection Tracking takes into account Source Loss Receiver Loss Margin and PNA X Mixer Cal Frequency Por...

Page 15: ...Source test ports and R indicates Receiver test ports Standby Switch Note that this switch is Standby only not a line switch The main power cord can be used as the system disconnecting device It disc...

Page 16: ...d 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 connector is used to send address and data...

Page 17: ...he instrument disconnecting device It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument The standby switch is only a standby switch and is not a LINE switch dis...

Page 18: ...l Locking Feet on PNA X Standoffs x2 Feet x4 Locking Feet 5023 0132 pair Screws 0515 1619 Included in package 5023 0132 Lock Links Kit left right pair and screws analyzer 0515 2317 Screw T15 M3 5 x 0...

Page 19: ...top of the Test Set and ensure that the front frame of the PNA X is positioned slightly forward of the locks that are attached to the Test Set Slide the PNA X back so the locks engage the front frame...

Page 20: ...the Test Set upper locking feet using the spring loaded screws on the locking feet If the PNA X s lower locking feet are not aligned with the screw holes in the Test Set s upper locking feet loosen t...

Page 21: ...7 from the PNA X to the Test Set in the order listed As you are connecting each cable torque to 8 in lb Refer to Table 7 and Figure 10 on page 15 Over torque will cause damage to the Test Set and may...

Page 22: ...ser s and Service Guide U3047 90002 U3047AE04 System Setup 3 Connect the PNA X Test Set I O cable N4011 21002 to the Test Set Interface connector on the rear panel Figure 11 Rear Panel Test Set I O Ca...

Page 23: ...etup Power On both the Test Set and PNA X Preset the PNA X and make the following settings Set to Multi Port Mode Frequency range 10 MHz to 70 GHz IFBW 1 kHz Scale 20 dB Div Set the PNA X to measure S...

Page 24: ...18 User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 U3047AE04 System Operational Check Figure 12 Typical Reflection Response Ports 1 4 Figure 13 Reflection Response Signal Path Diagram Ports 1 4...

Page 25: ...User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 19 U3047AE04 System Operational Check Figure 14 Typical Reflection Response Ports 5 8 Figure 15 Reflection Response Signal Path Diagram Ports 5 8...

Page 26: ...de on page 28 GPIB Control Mode on page 32 Typeface Key Conventions The following key conventions are used throughout this document HARDKEYS are labeled front panel keys SOFTKEYS are indicated on the...

Page 27: ...for multiport capability To access the multiport application select Utility System Configure Multiport Capability 2 Select U3070AE04_PNAX_p4 8 Port System from the drop down menu and select Restart a...

Page 28: ...U3047AE04 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 named Port 2 The External...

Page 29: ...s 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 Receiver and the...

Page 30: ...differential component measurement refer to the Application Note 1373 1 and 1373 2 5988 5634EN and 5988 5635EN at keysight com In the search menu type Multiport and Balanced Figure 21 Selecting Balanc...

Page 31: ...characterize the ECal module select Response Cal More 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...

Page 32: ...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 the PNA X...

Page 33: ...may be shown in the dialog box after the last measurement click OK 4 At the Calibration Completed prompt select Save As User Calset type the name and Save See Figure 35 on page 45 5 After calibrating...

Page 34: ...witch path commands of the interface control It is recommended that the PNA X be restarted in stand alone mode if the interface control is being used A unique set of control data can be sent for each...

Page 35: ...ction Please review this application before connecting the Test Set to the PNA X Information regarding this application can be found in the PNA X Help menu Interface Control The application is shown b...

Page 36: ...fer to Address and Data Values on page 35 Address and data integers must be separated by a period Each set of entries should be separated by a new line or carriage return The front panel Enter key can...

Page 37: ...s is used to allow all external devices to settle before beginning a measurement An erratic trace could indicate that more settling time is necessary Handler I O Control and Aux I O Output Voltage 8 P...

Page 38: ...found in the PNA X 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 to...

Page 39: ...ling the U3047AE04 with N5247A How to Access GPIB Command Processor 1 To access the GPIB Command Processor select Utility System Configure SICL GPIB SCPI Figure 28 Utility Configure 2 Select GPIB Comm...

Page 40: ...ommands 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 should be se...

Page 41: ...Control Mode If the ports have different addresses two separate address data commands must be used Port 5 is the Source and Port 6 is the Receiver Source Port 5 address 0 data 1 and Receiver Port 6 a...

Page 42: ...36 User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 U3047AE04 Address and Data Values Figure 30 Address and Data Example 1 Interface Control Mode...

Page 43: ...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 positi...

Page 44: ...e 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 Line...

Page 45: ...ultimeter indicates the selected voltage Figure 32 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 to p...

Page 46: ...r 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 Exter...

Page 47: ...The address value is always 112 Table 12 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 13 1 8 11...

Page 48: ...hese 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 logic...

Page 49: ...et It is recommended that you return your instrument to Keysight Technologies for servicing or repair if the Test Set and PNA X performance exceed the operational verification limits A periodic calibr...

Page 50: ...is unlikely that you will find Cal Sets with these names 4 Verify that the PNA X is in 8 Port mode See the bottom of the measurement window a If only four S Parameters are listed select Utility Syste...

Page 51: ...ronic 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 Measure 4 Ensure the ECal you...

Page 52: ...Select Response Cal Manage Cals Cal Set Viewer Figure 36 Calibration Cal Set Viewer 10 From the Cal Sets drop down menu select 999 1 and select Enable Select the Reflection Tracking x x where x x is...

Page 53: ...User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 47 U3047AE04 Cal Kit Operational Check Figure 37 Reflection Tracking Trace Port 1 4 with PNA X Figure 38 Reflection Tracking Trace Port 5 8 with PNA X...

Page 54: ...ce Check is a method the verify the accuracy of a 1 Port calibration performed with mechanical standards or an ECal module To perform this check the test port of the ECal module must connect directly...

Page 55: ...erational Check Interconnect Cable Verification 1 Perform the System Operational Check on page 17 2 If the problem still exists perform the RF Switching Failures on page 57 3 If a power hole or other...

Page 56: ...These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only To avoid electrical shock do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so Replaceable Parts The following replaceab...

Page 57: ...mi rigid U3047 20016 RF Cable Semi rigid U3047 20017 SW Interface Board programmed U3047 63018 2 4mm Female Short 85056 60021 Dress Nut couplers N5230 20081 PNA X Test Set Rear Lock Feet right N5242 2...

Page 58: ...5247A PNA X 70 GHz A Port 6 Port 5 Port 7 Port 8 CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR C IN CPLR ARM Port 1 Src Rec S4 S3 2 3 1 CPLR THRU SOURCE OUT RCVR A IN CPLR ARM Src Rec S2 2 3 1 S1 2 3 1 DC1 DC2 2 3 1 Port...

Page 59: ...Control Bd PCB3 5 15 15 Vdc J11 J12 J10 J13 AC Line Filter Assy FS2 FS3 AC IN J1 S2 J2 S3 J3 S4 J4 S5 J5 S6 J6 S7 J7 S8 J10 J9 JTAG P1 J11 JTAG J16 J5 J15 FS1 N C 3 5 12 15 15 Vdc 5 10 15 15 Vdc To R...

Page 60: ...to the Test Set Test Set Control Board The Test Set Control Board N5261 60006 is a surface mount printed circuit assembly PCA It provides a connection to the power supply and the PNA Test Set I O for...

Page 61: ...back to the PNA X Port 4 and the Test Set Source path to Ports 7 is terminated SW8 Source to Ports 2 and 8 Switch 2 and 8 provide control of the Source Output path to PNA X Port 2 and Test Set Port 8...

Page 62: ...C line fuses remove the bottom cover of the instrument Near the rear panel are two fuse holders remove the fuses and verify that they are operational Refer to Figure 50 on page 67 4 DC Power during th...

Page 63: ...ge 56 procedure if not already done so 5 Front Panel R and S indicator LED Check a Confirm that the Test Set Controller Board Status LEDs are On Refer to Figure 43 on page 58 If the LEDs are off remov...

Page 64: ...e 3 or 3 Vdc present If the test point voltages are incorrect remove the specific RF switch connector from J1 J8 c If the test point voltages are incorrect replace the Switch Drive board d If the test...

Page 65: ...1 on page 16 Set PNA to Standalone mode Test can not be performed in Multiport mode 2 Connect the RF flex cables with the adapters to the PNA Ports 1 and 2 Connect the cables together using a 1 85 mm...

Page 66: ...2 flex cable to Test Set Port 7 SOURCE IN Test Set Port 8 SOURCE IN to CPLR THRU Set Test I O addr data 64 0 Connect PNA Port 1 flex cable to Test Set Port 8 CPLR THRU Connect PNA Port 2 flex cable t...

Page 67: ...t Set Port 8 RCVR OUT to CPRL ARM Set Test I O addr data 64 0 Connect PNA Port 1 flex cable to Test Set Port 8 CPLR ARM Connect PNA Port 2 flex cable to Test Set Port 8 RCVR OUT Test Set Port 5 RCVR O...

Page 68: ...62 User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 U3047AE04 Service Information Figure 44 Source IN to CPLR THRU Path typical Figure 45 Source IN to Ports 5 8 Path typical...

Page 69: ...User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 63 U3047AE04 Service Information Figure 46 RCVR Out to CPLR ARM Path typical Figure 47 RCVR OUT to Port 5 8 Path typical...

Page 70: ...race shows a power hole or is below the test limit line perform the switch path test for the port that is failing Refer to RF Switch Path Testing on page 59 5 Directivity trace fails above 10dB replac...

Page 71: ...Ext Control Bd PCB3 5 15 15 Vdc J11 J12 J10 J13 AC Line Filter Assy FS2 FS3 AC IN J1 S2 J2 S3 J3 S4 J4 S5 J5 S6 J6 S7 J7 S8 J10 J9 JTAG P1 J11 JTAG J16 J5 J15 FS1 N C 3 5 12 15 15 Vdc 5 10 15 15 Vdc...

Page 72: ...rvice Guide U3047 90002 U3047AE04 Service Information Figure 49 Test Set Top View Test Set Control Bd bottom Bd Switch Interface top Bd SW2 SW4 SW6 SW8 SW1 SW3 SW5 SW7 Switches x8 Coupler Test Ports x...

Page 73: ...User s and Service Guide U3047 90002 67 U3047AE04 Service Information Figure 50 Test Set Bottom View 10 Line Module Power Supply Fan Fuse x2...

Page 74: ...rthing ground incorporated in the power 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...

Page 75: ...y cause product damage and serious injury This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2 per IEC 61010 Second Edition Verify that the premise electrical voltage su...

Page 76: ...e mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument The front panel switch is only a standby switch and is not a LINE switch disconnecting device The power cord is connected to...

Page 77: ...handling components and assemblies 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 flo...

Page 78: ...is in the OFF position This symbol is used to identify a terminal which is internally connected to the product frame or chassis The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community Keysight...

Page 79: ...is to declare that this instrument is in conformance with the German Regulation on Noise Declaration for Machines Laermangabe nach der Maschinenlaermrerordnung 3 GSGV Deutschland EMC Information Comp...

Page 80: ...lephone conversation refer to the Keysight product by its model number and full serial number With this information the Keysight representative can determine the warranty status of your unit Shipping...

Page 81: ...This information is subject to change without notice Keysight Technologies 2016 Edition 1 November 2016 Supersedes September 2012 www keysight com...

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