
Using the Power Sensor
Error States
MA24104A UG
PN: 10585-00016, Rev. A
3-19
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Error States
This section details some of the error messages that may appear on the application screen. In most cases, the
error condition can be easily corrected. The status LED will light amber when an error state occurs. If not, note
the error message and contact an Anritsu Service Center.
Table 3-5.
Error Messages
Message Description
Resolution
Zero invalid as temperature
changed by more than
10 Degrees C
The sensor’s ambient temperature has changed
by more than 10 ºC since the last zero
operation.
Perform the zero operation again.
Temperature out of
operating range
The sensor is operating outside of its specified
range of 0 ºC to 55 ºC.
Operate the sensor within its
specified range.
Sensor zero failed
This message box appears if the zero operation
is unsuccessful. The reason could be the
presence of RF power at the input of the sensor.
Turn off the RF input to the sensor
or disconnect the sensor from the
RF source and try the zero
operation again.
ZERO_ERROR
This message appears on the application
screen if the zero operation is unsuccessful. The
reason could be the presence of RF power at
the input of the sensor.
Turn off the RF input to the sensor
or disconnect the sensor from the
RF source and try the zero
operation again.
ADC_TEMP_OVERRNGE
This message appears on the application
screen if the sensor is being operated in
extremely high temperatures and has
overheated.
Remove the sensor from the USB
connection and allow to cool to
the operating range of the sensor:
0 ºC to 55 ºC