Agilent Technologies N5532A Manuel

N5532A Sensor Module

User’s and Service Guide

for the Agilent N5531S and N5530S Measuring Receiver Systems

Manufacturing Part Number: N5532-90006

Supersedes Part Number N5532-90006, June 2008

Printed in USA

February 2009

Notice

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.

Agilent Technologies makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material,

including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness

for a particular purpose. Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for errors

contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the

furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual. Familiarize

yourself with the symbols and their meaning before operating this equipment.

WARNING Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure which, if not

correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or loss of life. Do not

proceed beyond a warning note until the indicated conditions are fully

understood and met.

CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly

performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of the

instrument. Do not proceed beyond a caution sign until the indicated conditions are

fully understood and met.

NOTE Note calls out special information for the user’s attention. It provides operational

information or additional instructions of which the user should be aware.

Warranty

This Agilent Technologies instrument product is warranted against defects in

material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipment. During

the warranty period, Agilent Technologies will, at its option, either repair or

replace products that prove to be defective.

For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility

designated by Agilent Technologies. Buyer shall prepay shipping charges to

Agilent Technologies and Agilent Technologies shall pay shipping charges to

return the product to Buyer. However, Buyer shall pay all shipping charges, duties,

and taxes for products returned to Agilent Technologies from another country.

Contents

Table of Contents

1. General Information

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

N5532A Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Instruments Covered by Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

2. Installation

Initial Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installing the Calibration Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Installing the Cal Factors in the N5530S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Installing the Cal Factors in the N5531S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3. Specifications

N5532A Sensor Module Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

N5532A Sensor Module Supplemental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

4. Maintenance and Repair

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Assembly Replacement Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Replaceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Cal Factor Data File Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Contacting Agilent Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Contents

Table of Contents

General Information

1General Information

This user guide contains information about installation, operation, product

specifications, calibration data, maintenance and repair, and storage conditions of

the N5532A Sensor Module.

6Chapter1

General Information

Description

General Information

Description

The N5532A is intended to be used with the N5531S or the early N5530S

Measuring Receiver System. It is essentially a power sensor with a power splitter

at the input. See Figure 1-1 on page 7. In use, the sensor module's two output

cables are connected to a power meter (E4418/19, E4416/17, or N1911/12 Series)

and the Performance Spectrum Analyzer (PSA) RF Input. When using an N1911

or N1912 Series power meter, it is necessary to use an adapter (N5532A Option

019) to connect the output cable of the sensor module to the power meter. The

sensor module is calibrated such that the power meter indicates the power supplied

by the source under test.

The N5532A Sensor Module is offered in four frequency configurations:

• Option 504 covers 100 kHz to 4.2 GHz

• Option 518 covers 10 MHz to 18 GHz

• Option 526 covers 30 MHz to 26.5 GHz

• Option 550 covers 30 MHz to 50 GHz

(with adaptor 11903D 2.4mm (f) to Type N (m))

The sensor module accurately measures power levels from -20 dBm to +30 dBm

(10 μW to 1 W). Calibration Factor (Cal Factor) information is unique to each

sensor module and is supplied on a floppy disc included with each N5532A. Please

refer to “Installing the Calibration Factors” on page 2-12 for more information on

using the Cal Factor Data.

Chapter 1 7

General Information

Description

General Information

NOTE The N5532A Sensor Module is compatible ONLY with the newer E4418/19,

E4416/17, or N1911/12 Series power meters. They are NOT compatible with the

earlier 430 Series or 70100 power meters. If used with an N1911/12 Series power

meter, an adapter (N5532A Option 019) is required to connect the dc cable to the

power meter.

N5532A Block Diagram

Figure 1-1 N5532A Sensor Module

8Chapter1

General Information

Instruments Covered by Manual

General Information

Instruments Covered by Manual

These instruments have a two-part serial number: the prefix (two letters and the

first four numbers), and the suffix (the last four numbers). The two letters identify

the country in which the unit was manufactured. The four numbers of the prefix

are a code identifying the date of the last major design change incorporated in your

Agilent Technologies product. The four-digit suffix is a sequential number and

coupled with the prefix, provides a unique identification for each unit produced.

The contents of this manual apply directly to all serial numbers unless otherwise

indicated.

Installation

2Installation

10 Chapter2

Installation

Initial Inspection

Installation

Initial Inspection

Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container or packaging

material is damaged, it should be kept until the contents of the shipment have been

checked mechanically and electrically. If there is mechanical damage notify the

nearest Agilent Technologies office as shown in Table 4-3 on page 48. Keep the

damaged shipping materials (if any) for inspection by the carrier and an Agilent

Technologies representative.

Operating Precautions

NOTE For optimal results, the sensor module must be placed on a supportive surface with

the serial number label facing up. This orientation provides repeatable

measurements by eliminating strain on the input connector.

The input connector should be torqued to 12 in-lb (135 Ncm) for the type-N

connector, 8 in-lb (90 Ncm) for the APC 3.5 mm connector, or 8 in-lb (90 Ncm)

for the 2.4 mm connector to ensure a repeatable connection in order to meet the

published specifications. Exceeding these torque settings may damage the

connector.

Connect the sensor module by turning only the hex nut portion of the connector.

Damage can occur if torque is applied to the sensor module body.

The connector plastic insulator bead deteriorates when contacted by acetone,

trichloroethylene, carbon tetrachloride, benzene, etc.

WARNING BEFORE CONNECTING THE SENSOR MODULE TO OTHER

INSTRUMENTS, ensure that all instruments are connected to the protective

(earth) ground. Any interruption of the protective earth grounding will cause

a potential shock hazard that could result in personal injury and cause

damage to the sensor module.

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