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Controlling the Test Set with N5222/32/42A/B
Controlling the Test Set with N5222/32/42A/B
This section will describe how to operate the test set with the analyzer.
The internal firmware of the analyzer has not been modified for this test set
option. Power levels may differ from those indicated on the network analyzer
when the test set is connected.
The test set is considered a “slave” instrument. A PNA, PNA-X or PNA-L must be used to control
the test set. There are three methods to control the test set. Multiport mode is recommended
due to calibration and ease of use.
•
“Multiport Mode for Option 551” on page 3
•
•
Typeface Key Conventions
The following key conventions are used throughout this document.
•
[HARDKEYS]
are labeled front panel keys
•
SOFTKEYS
are indicated on the instrument display
•
(Itali
cized
in parenthes
i
s)
are menu paths for the 'B' model analyzer.
Sweep Setup for Multiport and Standalone Modes
Due to the extra electrical length of the test set and test port cables, it is
recommended that the analyzer’s Sweep Setup be configured to Stepped
Sweep before calibrating. This is slower than the Analog Sweep, but is more
accurate. Stepped Sweep is available on all PNA models.
1.
On the PNA select
STIMULUS
>
Sweep
>
Sweep Setup
.
2.
Select
Stepped Sweep
.
3.
Set the
Dwell Time
to
5 μs
>
OK
.
Figure
27
Sweep Setup
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