Special Modes
Giga-tronics 2500B Series Microwave Signal Generators
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Operation Manual, Part Number 34737, Rev C, June 30, 2011
Table 28: External ALC Using a Crystal (Diode) Detector
External ALC Using a Crystal (Diode) Detector
Step
Action
1.
Connect the RF output of the 2500B to a power splitter or directional coupler that is placed as close to
the DUT as possible. See Figure 36 on page 71.
2.
Connect the input of the crystal detector to the appropriate port of the power splitter or directional
coupler.
3.
Connect the output of the crystal detector to the EXT ALC connector on the rear panel using an
appropriate cable.
4.
Press
, then press
System Menu.
5.
Select
ALC Leveling.
6.
Use
ALC Leveling or
to select Positive Diode or Negative Diode. The choice
depends on the type of detector used.
7.
Press
.
8.
Select
Frequency, and enter the desired CW frequency using the keypad,
, or
.
9.
Select
Power and enter the output level using the keypad,
, or
.
NOTE:
When entering a new level setting using the keypad, use the dBm or dB Units buttons. Units are
assumed to be in dBV.
10.
If the RF ON indicator is not lit, press the RF ON button to enable the RF output. The RF ON indicator is
illuminated blue when the RF Output is enabled.
End of Procedure
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