NI PXIe-5601 Calibration Procedure
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IF Output Calibration
Use the results of the IF output calibration procedure in the following procedures:
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Absolute Gain Accuracy Verification
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Average Noise Level Verification
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Reference Level Adjustment for RF Frequencies
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Reference Level Adjustment for RF Frequencies
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IF Attenuation Calibration Adjustment
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1.
Connect the power splitter input to the RF source output through the 3.5 mm-to-3.5 mm
cable.
2.
Connect power sensor A to the previously designated reference output of the power splitter.
3.
Connect the other output of the power splitter to the spectrum analyzer input through the
3.5 mm-to-3.5 mm cable. Figure 3 shows the completed equipment setup.
Figure 3.
IF Output Equipment Setup
4.
Measure the channel A power and the spectrum analyzer power, using the appropriate
frequency for the power sensor, using the following settings:
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RF source power (for both 53 MHz and 187.5 MHz): 0 dBm
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Reference level: 0 dBm
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RF Source
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Power Splitter
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Power Sensor A
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Power Meter
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Power Meter Channel A
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Spectrum Analyzer
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Spectrum Analyzer Input
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