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User’s GuideAgilent TechnologiesESA SpectrumAnalyzersThis guide documents firmware revision A.05.xxManufacturing Part Number: E4401-90189Supersedes E4

xContentsRF Communications Hardware (Option B7E) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10Distance to Fault Accessory Kit (

3-40 Chapter3Functional TestingScale FidelityScale FidelityTest LimitsTest DescriptionA 50 MHz CW signal is applied from a synthesized sweeper to the

Chapter 3 3-41Functional TestingScale FidelityFigure 3-5Procedure1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-5.2. Preset the synthesized sweeper. Se

3-42 Chapter3Functional TestingScale FidelityPeak Search4. Adjust the amplitude on the sythesized sweeper until the markeramplitude on the analyzer re

Chapter 3 3-43Functional TestingSecond Harmonic Spurious ResponsesSecond Harmonic Spurious ResponsesTest LimitsTest DescriptionTo test second harmonic

3-44 Chapter3Functional TestingSecond Harmonic Spurious ResponsesRequired EquipmentFigure 3-6Instrument Critical Specifications(for this test)Recommend

Chapter 3 3-45Functional TestingSecond Harmonic Spurious ResponsesProcedure1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-6.2. Set the synthesized swee

3-46 Chapter3Functional TestingTracking Generator Level Flatness: HP E4401B and E4411B, Options 1DNand 1DQTracking Generator Level Flatness:HP E4401B

Chapter 3 3-47Functional TestingTracking Generator Level Flatness: HP E4401B and E4411B, Options 1DNand 1DQFigure 3-7Procedure1. Calibrate the trackin

3-48 Chapter3Functional TestingTracking Generator Level Flatness: HP E4401B and E4411B, Options 1DNand 1DQ7. Enter the appropriate power sensor Cal Fa

Chapter 3 3-49Functional TestingTracking Generator Level Flatness: E4402B, E4403B, E4404B, E4405B,E4407B and E4408B, Option 1DNTracking Generator Leve

1-11 Preparing for UseThis chapter provides information on how to inspect your analyzerwhen it arrives and what to expect when it is first powered on.

3-50 Chapter3Functional TestingTracking Generator Level Flatness: E4402B, E4403B, E4404B, E4405B,E4407B and E4408B, Option 1DNFigure 3-8Procedure1. Ca

Chapter 3 3-51Functional TestingTracking Generator Level Flatness: E4402B, E4403B, E4404B, E4405B,E4407B and E4408B, Option 1DN9. Repeat steps 5 throu

4-14 Troubleshooting

4-2 Chapter4TroubleshootingWhat You Will Find in This ChapterWhat You Will Find in This ChapterThis chapter includes information on how to check for a

Chapter 4 4-3TroubleshootingBefore You Call Agilent TechnologiesBefore You Call Agilent TechnologiesCheck the BasicsA problem can often be resolved by

4-4 Chapter4TroubleshootingBefore You Call Agilent Technologies❏ Perform an Align Now, All. If the analyzer is an Agilent TechnologiesE4402B, E4403B,

Chapter 4 4-5TroubleshootingBefore You Call Agilent TechnologiesYou can order the service documentation, Option 0BW (assembly leveltroubleshooting and

4-6 Chapter4TroubleshootingBefore You Call Agilent TechnologiesTable 4-1 Agilent Technologies Sales and Service OfficesUNITED STATESInstrument Support

Chapter 4 4-7TroubleshootingHow to Return Your Analyzer for ServiceHow to Return Your Analyzer for ServiceService TagIf you are returning your analyze

4-8 Chapter4TroubleshootingHow to Return Your Analyzer for ServiceFigure 4-1

1-2 Chapter1Preparing for UseInitial InspectionInitial InspectionInspect the shipping container and verify that the contents arecomplete. Keep the con

Chapter 4 4-9TroubleshootingHow to Return Your Analyzer for ServiceOther PackagingCAUTION Analyzer damage can result from using packaging materials ot

4-10 Chapter4TroubleshootingError MessagesError MessagesThe analyzer can generate various messages that appear on the displayduring operation. There a

Chapter 4 4-11TroubleshootingStatus MessagesStatus MessagesThe following messages indicate a condition that may result inerroneous data being displaye

4-12 Chapter4TroubleshootingStatus MessagesE4411B only: disconnect any signals from the INPUTprior to performing this procedure.Align RF Skipped (Alig

Chapter 4 4-13TroubleshootingStatus MessagesInput is internal (no corresponding statusbit)This message applies to the Agilent TechnologiesE4401B and E

4-14 Chapter4TroubleshootingStatus MessagesOverload: Reduce Signal and press <ESC> (InputOverload Tripped)This message applies to the Agilent Te

Chapter 4 4-15TroubleshootingStatus MessagesSource Unlevel (Source Unleveled)Indicates the source power is set higher or lower thanthe analyzer can pr

4-16 Chapter4TroubleshootingInformational MessagesInformational MessagesThe following messages provide information that requires nointervention. The i

Chapter 4 4-17TroubleshootingInformational MessagesAtten auto set to 15 dBIndicates that an input signal has been detected whichis of sufficient level

4-18 Chapter4TroubleshootingInformational MessagesDefault spur table values loaded.No spur table has been previously saved when theOut-of-Band Spuriou

Chapter 1 1-3Preparing for UseInitial InspectionTable 1-1 Accessories Supplied with the AnalyzerDescriptionHP/Agilent PartNumberCommentsAdapter, Type-

Chapter 4 4-19TroubleshootingInformational MessagesMeasurement halted. Press a measurement key tocontinue.This error occurs after you choose Cancel to

4-20 Chapter4TroubleshootingInformational MessagesTable saved successfully.This message appears after the user presses theSave Table key on the second

Chapter 4 4-21TroubleshootingError QueuesError QueuesWhen a user-error condition occurs in the instrument as a result ofSCPI (remote interface) activi

4-22 Chapter4TroubleshootingError Message FormatError Message FormatThe system–defined error numbers are chosen on an enumerated (“1 ofN”) basis. The e

Chapter 4 4-23TroubleshootingError Message TypesError Message TypesEvents do not generate more than one type of error. For example, anevent that gener

4-24 Chapter4TroubleshootingError Message Types201 to 799:Device-SpecificErrorsThese errors indicate that a device operation did not properly complete,

Chapter 4 4-25Troubleshooting0: No Error0:No Error0 No errorThe queue is empty. Every error in the queue has beenread or the queue was purposely clea

4-26 Chapter4Troubleshooting–499 to –400: Query Errors–499 to –400:Query ErrorsThe instrument output queue control has detected a problem with themes

Chapter 4 4-27Troubleshooting–499 to –400: Query Errors–440 Query UNTERMINATED after indefinite responseIndicates that a query was received in the sa

4-28 Chapter4Troubleshooting–399 to –300: Device-Specific Error Messages–399 to –300:Device-Specific Error MessagesAn error number in the range [−399 t

1-4 Chapter1Preparing for UsePower RequirementsPower RequirementsThe analyzer is a portable instrument and requires no physicalinstallation other than

Chapter 4 4-29Troubleshooting–299 to –200: Execution Error Messages–299 to –200:Execution Error MessagesAn error number in the range [–299 to –200] i

4-30 Chapter4Troubleshooting–199 to –100: Command Errors–199 to –100:Command ErrorsThe instrument parser detected an IEEE 488.2 syntax error. Errors

Chapter 4 4-31Troubleshooting–199 to –100: Command Errors–100 Command errorThis is a generic syntax error for devices that cannotdetect more specific

4-32 Chapter4Troubleshooting–199 to –100: Command Errors–114 Header suffix out of rangeThe value of a header suffix attached to a programmnemonic make

Chapter 4 4-33Troubleshooting–199 to –100: Command Errors–151 Invalid string dataA string data element was expected, but was invalid(see IEEE 488.2,

4-34 Chapter4Troubleshooting–199 to –100: Command Errors–150 String data errorThis error, as well as errors –151 through –159, isgenerated when parsi

Chapter 4 4-35Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors201 to 799:Device-Specific ErrorsSome device operations did not properly complete, possi

4-36 Chapter4Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors219 Command not valid in this modelIndicates that the command sent from the remoteinterf

Chapter 4 4-37Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors607 File Name ErrorAn invalid file name has been specified. Use filenameswith a maximum of

4-38 Chapter4Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors729 In <filename>: error reading fileAppears when loading data from a limit line o

Chapter 1 1-5Preparing for UsePower RequirementsAC Power CableThe analyzer is equipped with a three-wire power cable, in accordancewith international

Chapter 4 4-39Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors763 Incorrect filename, allowable extensions are.gif or .wmfAttempt to save a screen im

4-40 Chapter4Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors769 Invalid instrument modeYou have attempted to switch to an instrument modethat is cur

Chapter 4 4-41Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors224 Option not licensed.The selected option requires a license. Refer to theinstallatio

4-42 Chapter4Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors223 Trigger Offset unavailable in swept spansTrigger Offset is only available in Zero Sp

Chapter 4 4-43Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors752 Unable to load state from fileLoading of state from a file failed.755 Unable to load

4-44 Chapter4Troubleshooting201 to 799: Device-Specific Errors207 Unable to store flatness dataA failure occurred in setting the flatness data in thein

Chapter 4 4-45TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error MessagesGreater than 1000:Personality Specific Error MessagesAn error detect

4-46 Chapter4TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10168 Cannot update the list of cable types on driveC:The file update

Chapter 4 4-47TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages3. Center the signal. (There must be a point on thetrace that is “X

4-48 Chapter4TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10251 Error reading file: RHOPMCO. Please reinstallcdmaOne.The file i

1-6 Chapter1Preparing for UsePower Requirements

Chapter 4 4-49TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10161 Lower Custom Mask is Invalid!The user-specified lower custom m

4-50 Chapter4TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10149 Opt BAH DSP algorithm code file requiresupgrade.The Digital Si

Chapter 4 4-51TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10239 Opt Freq Ref setting does not match externalreference.This me

4-52 Chapter4TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10172 Sweep Time too fast(<2sec)The sweep time must be set to 2 s

Chapter 4 4-53TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10170 The Cable Fault Measurement is active. ModeSetup is disabled.

4-54 Chapter4TroubleshootingGreater than 1000: Personality Specific Error Messages10138 Valid GSM burst not found in frame (BurstType).No active GSM b

5-15 Menu MapsThis chapter provides a visual representation of the front panel keysand their associated menu keys. Refer to the Chapter 6 , “Front-Pan

5-2 Chapter5Menu MapsWhat You Will Find in This ChapterWhat You Will Find in This ChapterThis chapter provides menu maps for the front-panel keys havi

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Chapter 1 1-7Preparing for UsePreparationPreparationWARNING If this product is to be energized via an externalautotransformer for voltage reduction, m

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1-8 Chapter1Preparing for UseTurning On the Analyzer for the First TimeTurning On the Analyzer for the First TimeBefore using your analyzer, plug the

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Chapter 1 1-9Preparing for UseTurning On the Analyzer for the First TimeNOTE Record the firmware revision number and keep it for reference. If youshoul

Chapter 5 5-25Menu MapsWhat You Will Find in This Chapter

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6-16 Front-Panel Key ReferenceThe front-panel keys in this chapter are listed alphabetically and aredescribed with their associated menu keys. The men

6-2 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceKey LabelPageLocation< Display Line page 6-64> Display Line page 6-641 ↔ 2 page 6-1051 → 3 page 6-1052 → 3

Chapter 6 6-3Front-Panel Key ReferenceCorrections page 6-9Corrections page 6-33Corrections On Off page 6-9Counter Zoom On Off page 6-53Coupling AC DC

6-4 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceGate Delay page 6-85Gate Length page 6-85Gate On Off page 6-84Gate Setup page 6-84Graticule On Off page 6-24Harmo

Chapter 6 6-5Front-Panel Key ReferenceMkr → CF Step page 6-49Mkr → Ref Lvl page 6-49Mkr → Start page 6-49Mkr → Stop page 6-49Mkr ∆→ Span page 6-49MODE

6-6 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceRef Lvl Offst page 6-9Ref Level page 6-8Remote Port page 6-95Rename page 6-34Resolution Auto Man page 6-36Resolut

Chapter 6 6-7Front-Panel Key ReferenceTrace page 6-105Trace + State page 6-28Trace 1 2 3 page 6-105Tracking Peak page 6-77Trig page 6-100Trig Delay On

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2-12 Getting Started

6-8 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceAMPLITUDE Y ScaleAMPLITUDE Y ScaleActivates the reference level function and accesses the amplitude menukeys. Amp

Chapter 6 6-9Front-Panel Key ReferenceAMPLITUDE Y ScalePresel Center Agilent E4404B, E4405B, E4407B and E4408B only. Adjusts thefrequency of the prese

6-10 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceAMPLITUDE Y ScaleSelect Selects which set of correction factors is to be modified.Once the selection has been mad

Chapter 6 6-11Front-Panel Key ReferenceAMPLITUDE Y ScalePointAllows you to create or edit an amplitude-correctionfactor data point. Up to 200 points m

6-12 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceAMPLITUDE Y ScaleDelete PointAllows you to delete the amplitude-correction data forthe currently selected point.

Chapter 6 6-13Front-Panel Key ReferenceAuto CoupleAuto CoupleCouples the following functions: resolution bandwidth, videobandwidth, sweep coupling (SR

6-14 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceBW/AvgBW/AvgActivates the resolution bandwidth function and accesses the menukeys that control the bandwidth fun

Chapter 6 6-15Front-Panel Key ReferenceBW/AvgAverage TypeVideo PowerAverage Type (Video) initiates a digital averaging routine that averageson a point

6-16 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceBW/AvgEMI Res BW Accesses the EMI Res BW menu keys and allows you to choose betweenbandwidths of120 kHz, 9 kHz a

Chapter 6 6-17Front-Panel Key ReferenceDet/DemodDet/DemodAccesses the menu keys controlling detector functions, demodulationfunctions, the speaker, an

2-2 Chapter2Getting StartedWhat You Will Find in This ChapterWhat You Will Find in This ChapterThis chapter introduces the basic functions of the anal

6-18 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceDet/DemodDemod ViewOn Off When Demod View (On) is pressed, the vertical scaling ofthe display is in frequency, a

Chapter 6 6-19Front-Panel Key ReferenceDisplayDisplayAccesses menu keys that allow you to control what is displayed on theanalyzer, including titles,

6-20 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceDisplayLimits Fixed RelAllows you to choose fixed or relative limit lines. Thefixed (Fixed) type uses the current

Chapter 6 6-21Front-Panel Key ReferenceDisplayModify Accesses menu keys that allow you to modify individuallimit lines. Key Access:Display, LimitsLimi

6-22 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceDisplayEditAccesses the Edit menu keys which include Point,Frequency, (or Time if X Axis Units (Time) has beense

Chapter 6 6-23Front-Panel Key ReferenceDisplayif a new point, to allow Frequency to be entered for thenew point. Key Access:Display, Limits, Modify, M

6-24 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceDisplayTitle Accesses the following Title menu keys which allows you to change orclear a title on your display.

Chapter 6 6-25Front-Panel Key ReferenceEnterEnterTerminates and enters into the analyzer a numerical value that hasbeen entered from the front panel u

6-26 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceEscEscDeactivates the active function and blanks the active function text fromthe display. No data can be accide

Chapter 6 6-27Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileFileAccesses the menu keys used to view, save, load, and manage data on afloppy disk or the internal analyze

Chapter 2 2-3Getting StartedFront-Panel FeaturesFront-Panel FeaturesFigure 2-1 Front-Panel Feature Overview1 Viewing Angle keys allow you to adjust th

6-28 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileSaveAccesses menu keys that allow you to save analyzer setups, states,traces, limits, corrections and screen

Chapter 6 6-29Front-Panel Key ReferenceFilecan only be saved individually. Refer to the File, Sourcekey description.ScreenDisplays all previously save

6-30 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileWhen Type is set to Corrections, Source accesses theAntenna, Cable, Other and User menu keys, which allowyou

Chapter 6 6-31Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileTraceDisplays all trace files you may wish to load (TRC andCSV). Traces can be loaded individually or as a g

6-32 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileDir Up Allows you to move up one directory level. If at the toplevel,Dir Up moves to the drive level, displa

Chapter 6 6-33Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileSort Sort accesses a menu of keys that allow you view thefiles you wish to delete, according to a selected fi

6-34 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileDir From To Allows you to select the source and destinationdirectories for your copy on one or more drives.D

Chapter 6 6-35Front-Panel Key ReferenceFileName Accesses the Alpha Editor and allows you to enter afilename. The external keyboard can also be used toe

6-36 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceFreq CountFreq CountActivates the Marker Normal function if there are no markers, and thenturns the marker count

Chapter 6 6-37Front-Panel Key ReferenceFREQUENCY ChannelFREQUENCY ChannelActivates the center frequency function, and accesses the menu offrequency fu

2-4 Chapter2Getting StartedFront-Panel Features4 FREQUENCY Channel, SPAN X Scale, and AMPLITUDE YScale are the three large keys that activate the prim

6-38 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceFREQUENCY ChannelWhen a frequency offset is entered, its value appears on the bottom ofthe display (as opposed t

Chapter 6 6-39Front-Panel Key ReferenceHelpHelpAccesses a short description of any front panel or menu key. AfterpressingHelp, an explanation of the n

6-40 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceInput/OutputInput/OutputInput Z Corr 50Ω75ΩSets the input impedance for voltage-to-power conversions. Theimpedan

Chapter 6 6-41Front-Panel Key ReferenceInput/OutputExt Mix Band Accesses the Ext Mix Band key menus and allows youto select one of the pre-defined band

6-42 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceInput/OutputSince two measurements are taken for each displaycycle, the display update rate is reduced. Key Acce

Chapter 6 6-43Front-Panel Key ReferenceInput/OutputMixer Bias (On) activates and allows adjustment of aninternal bias source for use with external mix

6-44 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMarkerMarkerAccesses the marker control keys which select the type and number ofmarkers and turns them on and of

Chapter 6 6-45Front-Panel Key ReferenceMarkerNOTE The delta marker function permits signal-to-noise measurementsprovided the signal is a single spectr

6-46 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMarkerKey Access: Marker, More 1 of 2Readout Accesses the following menu keys that allow you to change the activ

Chapter 6 6-47Front-Panel Key ReferenceMarkerNOTE You can use Delta and Marker Noise to indicate noise level relative tosinusoidal signal (signal to n

Chapter 2 2-5Getting StartedFront-Panel Features10 The Data Control Keys, which include the step keys,knob, and numeric keypad, allow you to change th

6-48 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMarkerIn log detector mode, with the result reported in dBm ina 1 Hz bandwidth, the final reported value will be:

Chapter 6 6-49Front-Panel Key ReferenceMarker →Marker →Accesses the following marker function menu keys:Mkr → CF Sets the center frequency of the anal

6-50 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMeas ControlMeas ControlAccesses a menu of keys that allow you to pause or restart one of themeasurements availa

Chapter 6 6-51Front-Panel Key ReferenceMeas SetupMeas SetupIf in a measurement, displays one of five measurement setup menus.The setup menu displayed d

6-52 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMeas SetupOccupied BW Meas Setup Menu KeysTo access the following keys for setting up an occupied bandwidthmeasu

Chapter 6 6-53Front-Panel Key ReferenceMeas SetupAvg NumberOn OffPress Avg Number (On) to specify the number of sweep averages usedwhen calculating th

6-54 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMEASUREMEASUREIn the Spectrum Analyzer (SA) mode, accesses a menu of keys thatallow you to make adjacent channel

Chapter 6 6-55Front-Panel Key ReferenceMEASUREOccupied BW Integrates the power of the displayed spectrum and puts markers atthe frequencies between wh

6-56 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMEASUREWhen measuring the Nth harmonic, the analyzer will choose thenarrowest resolution bandwidth that is ≥N ti

Chapter 6 6-57Front-Panel Key ReferenceMODEMODESelects the measurement mode of your analyzer. Spectrum analyzermode (SA) is the default mode. Other mo

2-6 Chapter2Getting StartedFront-Panel FeaturesThe Step Keys (⇓ ⇑) increase or decrease the activefunction value. The step size depends upon the curre

6-58 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceMODE SETUPMODE SETUPBrings up a menu for setting up the current mode. The SA mode has nomode setup functions.

Chapter 6 6-59Front-Panel Key ReferenceNext WindowNext WindowAllows you to select the active window in functions which supportsplit-screen display mod

6-60 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferencePeak SearchPeak SearchPlaces a marker on the highest priority peak based upon one of twocriteria:Max (default) o

Chapter 6 6-61Front-Panel Key ReferencePeak SearchMarker NoiseReads out the average noise level, referenced to a 1 Hznoise power bandwidth. If the mar

6-62 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferencePeak SearchThe detection mode also affects the measurement. If inlog mode, the log detector understates the nois

Chapter 6 6-63Front-Panel Key ReferencePeak SearchNOTE For example, N dB Points can be used to measure the 3 dB bandwidthof a filter in a transmission

6-64 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferencePeak SearchThe value of the threshold appears in theactive-function block and on the lower-left side of thedispl

Chapter 6 6-65Front-Panel Key ReferencePresetPresetProvides a convenient starting point for making most measurements.You can select whether a factory

6-66 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferencePresetNOTE If the Power On function is set to Preset and the Preset function is set toFactory, turning on the an

Chapter 6 6-67Front-Panel Key ReferencePresetReference level 0 dBm in power-on unitsReference level offset 0 dBReference level position top (10th) gra

Chapter 2 2-7Getting StartedFront-Panel Features20 The Next Window key can be used to select the activewindow in functions which support split-screen

6-68 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferencePresetUser Preset Loads the analyzer configuration that existed when Save User Presetwas pressed. If Save User Pr

Chapter 6 6-69Front-Panel Key ReferencePrintPrintOption A4H (GPIB and Parallel) and 1AX (RS-232 and Parallel) only.Print initiates an output of the di

6-70 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferencePrint SetupPrint SetupOption A4H (GPIB and Parallel) or 1AX (RS-232 and Parallel) only.Accesses the menu keys wh

Chapter 6 6-71Front-Panel Key ReferencePrint SetupOrientation Allows you to select either Portrait or Landscape printing. TheOrientation key will not

6-72 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceRestartRestartRestarts the current measurement activated in the Measure key menu.When inAverage (On) mode, (BW/A

Chapter 6 6-73Front-Panel Key ReferenceReturnReturnReturns you to the previous menu. Repeated presses of this key moveback through previously selected

6-74 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSaveSaveExecutes a save operation as though you were in the File, Save menuand had pressedSave Now. The Save har

Chapter 6 6-75Front-Panel Key ReferenceSingleSingleWhen analyzer is in continuous sweep mode and not in a measurement(Measure, Meas Off), this key cha

6-76 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSourceSourceAccesses the tracking generator key functions (Options 1DN or 1DQonly). Without Option 1DN or 1DQ, p

Chapter 6 6-77Front-Panel Key ReferenceSourceAttenuationAuto ManAllows you to select between automatic and manual adjustment of thetracking generator’

2-8 Chapter2Getting StartedRear-Panel FeaturesRear-Panel FeaturesFigure 2-2 Rear-Panel Feature Overview1 Power input is the input for the AC line powe

6-78 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSPAN X ScaleSPAN X ScaleActivates the Span function and accesses the menu of span functions.PressingSPAN X Scale

Chapter 6 6-79Front-Panel Key ReferenceSPAN X ScaleNOTE Zero Span is not available when Segmented (On) is selected. Segmentsin the segmented sweep fun

6-80 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSPAN X ScalePressing Zone (Off) will return you to a one-windowdisplay of the active window. Key Access:SPAN X S

Chapter 6 6-81Front-Panel Key ReferenceSPAN X ScaleNOTE Zone Span is not available when Segmented (On) is selected.Zone Pk Right Finds the next peak t

6-82 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceStandbyStandbyRemoves power from the analyzer, except for a small portion of circuitryinside the switching power

Chapter 6 6-83Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepSweepActivates the sweep time function and accesses the following menukeys:Sweep TimeAuto ManSelects the l

6-84 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepSweep ContSingleSwitches the analyzer between the continuous-sweep mode and thesingle-sweep mode. PressingS

Chapter 6 6-85Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepEdge Setup Accesses menu keys that allow you to set up edgetriggering. Key Access:Sweep, Gate SetupEdge Po

6-86 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepNOTE By selecting a number of sweep points greater than 401, you areoptimizing frequency resolution and acc

Chapter 6 6-87Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepSegmented Sweep EditorWhen the editor is entered (Sweep, Segmented, Modify, Edit), thesegmented sweep mode

Chapter 2 2-9Getting StartedRear-Panel Features4 Service Connector. The service connector is forservice use only.5 Inputs/Outputs (Refer to Agilent Te

6-88 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepInteraction with Other Analyzer FunctionsCertain conditions prevent segmented sweep from being activated,wh

Chapter 6 6-89Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepNOTE Turn markers off (Marker, Off) when entering or exiting segmentedsweep (Segmented, (On)(Off)).Perform

6-90 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepAllows you to select a frequency range symmetricallyabout the center frequency for the current segmentusing

Chapter 6 6-91Front-Panel Key ReferenceSweepDelete SegmentDeletes the highlighted segment. Key Access: Sweep,Segmented, Modify, Edit, More 1 of 2Delet

6-92 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)System (Local)Accesses the System menu keys. Pressing System (Local) after theanalyzer has been pl

Chapter 6 6-93Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)Pressing Preset (User) sets the analyzer to the settingsdefined by theSave User Preset key. Refer

6-94 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)Align Now Accesses the Align Now menu keys and immediatelyexecutes an alignment cycle of the selec

Chapter 6 6-95Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)Remote Port With Option A4H (GPIB and Parallel) only. Selects the remote portto allow programming

6-96 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)Optical Filter Accommodates the use of protective goggles whileviewing lasers. Key Access:System,

Chapter 6 6-97Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)Licensing Accesses the security system to enable licensing for individual options.For information

2-10 Chapter2Getting StartedRear-Panel Features6 GPIB and parallel (Option A4H) is an optionalinterface. GPIB supports remote instrument operation.A p

6-98 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)Activate Allows you to activate the option. When a valid optionkey number and license key number h

Chapter 6 6-99Front-Panel Key ReferenceSystem (Local)Install Allows you to install personalities in the analyzer. Formore information on this key, see

6-100 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceTrigTrigAccesses the menu of keys that allow you to select the sweep mode andtrigger mode of the analyzer.Free

Chapter 6 6-101Front-Panel Key ReferenceTrigTV Trig Setup Option B7B (TV Trigger and Picture on Screen) only. Accesses the setupfunctions for TV Trigg

6-102 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceTrigField OneCauses the selected line number to be viewed as anoffset into the first field starting with Line 1,

Chapter 6 6-103Front-Panel Key ReferenceTrigTrig Delay On Off Allows you to set and turn on or off a delay, during which the analyzerwill wait to begi

6-104 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceViewing AngleViewing AngleControls the optimum viewing angle of the display. The viewing anglekeys are located

Chapter 6 6-105Front-Panel Key ReferenceView/TraceView/TraceAccesses the trace keys that allow you to store and manipulate traceinformation. Each trac

6-106 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceView/Trace1↔2 Exchanges the contents of the trace 1 register with thetrace 2 register and puts trace 1 and 2 in

Chapter 6 6-107Front-Panel Key ReferenceView/TraceCAUTION Trace 1 should be in clear write mode prior to setting normalize to on.The normalize functio

iiiWARNING If this product is not used as specified, the protection providedby the equipment could be impaired. This product must be usedin a normal co

Chapter 2 2-11Getting StartedRear-Panel FeaturesAUX VIDEO OUT provides detected video output (beforethe analog-to-digital conversion) proportional tov

6-108 Chapter6Front-Panel Key ReferenceZoomZoomAllows you to switch between the split-screen and full-sized display ofthe active window in zone span a

7-17 Options and AccessoriesThis chapter lists the options and accessories that can be ordered alongwith your analyzer. The Option Table on the follow

7-2 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesTable 7-1 Option TableOptionE4411BE4401BE4402BE4403BE4404BE4405BE4407BE4408B0B0 Delete Manual Set ••••••••0B1 Add M

Chapter 7 7-3Options and AccessoriesB7D Digital Signal Processing andFast ADC••••B7E RF Communications Hardware ••••B7K Distance to Fault Accessory Ki

7-4 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesOptionsOptionsOptions can be ordered by option number when you order youranalyzer. Some of the options are also ava

Chapter 7 7-5Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsHow to Order OptionsOptions can be ordered using your product number and the number ofthe opti

7-6 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsRack Mount Kit With Handles (Option 1CP)Option 1CP provides the parts necessary to mount the an

Chapter 7 7-7Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsNarrow Resolution Bandwidth (Option 1DR)This option provides additional narrow resolution band

7-8 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsAUX VIDEO OUT - provides detected video output (before theanalog-to-digital conversion) proport

Chapter 7 7-9Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsAUX VIDEO OUT - provides detected video output (before theanalog-to-digital conversion) propor

2-12 Chapter2Getting StartedRear-Panel Features15 DC Fuse protects the analyzer from drawing too muchDC power. Replace only with a fuse of the same ra

7-10 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsTV Trigger and Picture on Screen (Option B7B)Option B7B requires Option BAA.Option B7B allows

Chapter 7 7-11Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsAPC 3.5 Input Connector (Option BAB)The type-N female connector is replaced with an APC 3.5 m

7-12 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesHow to Order OptionsFront Panel Protective Cover (Option UK9)The cover assembly snaps onto the front of your analy

Chapter 7 7-13Options and AccessoriesAccessoriesAccessoriesA number of accessories are available from Agilent Technologies to helpyou configure your an

7-14 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesAccessoriesHP/Agilent E1779A Battery PackThe E1779A is a battery pack that will power an Agilent ESA spectrumanaly

Chapter 7 7-15Options and AccessoriesAccessoriesExternal KeyboardThe HP/Agilent C1405B keyboard is an IBM AT compatible keyboardthat can be connected

7-16 Chapter7Options and AccessoriesAccessoriesHP/Agilent 11970 Series Harmonic MixersThe 11970 Series harmonic mixers are available to extend thefreq

IndexIndex 1Symbols, 6-64(Local) key, 6-92> Display Line, 6-64Numerics10 MHz REF INPUT, 2-1110 MHz REF OUTPUT, 2-1150 ohm RF bridge, 7-1350 ohm/75

2 IndexIndexnegative peak, 6-17positive peak, 6-17sample, 6-17Detector, 6-17detector functions, 6-17device-specific error messages201 to 702, 4-35Diagn

IndexIndex 3Input key, 6-40Input menu map, 5-3Input Mixer Int Ext key, 6-40Input Mixer key, 6-40Input Z Corr, 6-40Input/Output key, 6-40instrument pre

Chapter 2 2-13Getting StartedDisplay AnnotationDisplay AnnotationHere is an example of the annotation that may appear on an analyzerdisplay. The displ

4 IndexIndexoverview, keys and key menus,2-18Ppackaging, 4-7parallel interface connector, 2-10Pause, 6-50peaknext, 6-62peak detection modepositive/neg

IndexIndex 5last, 6-79zero, 6-78span functions, 6-78Span key, 2-4Span Pair Span Center, 6-45SPAN X Scale, 6-78SPAN X Scale menu map, 5-3Span Zoom, 6-7

2-14 Chapter2Getting StartedDisplay AnnotationTable 2-3 Screen AnnotationItem Description Function Key1 Detector mode Detector2 Reference level Ref Le

Chapter 2 2-15Getting StartedDisplay AnnotationWhen the analyzer is set to the external mixer state (Option AYZ), item6 changes to display Ext Mix in

2-16 Chapter2Getting StartedDisplay AnnotationItem 24 refers to the trace modes of the analyzer. The first letter Windicates that the analyzer is in cl

Chapter 2 2-17Getting StartedDisplay AnnotationTable 2-7 Screen Annotation for GPIB AnnunciatorsScreenAnnotationDescriptionR Remote OperationL GPIB Li

2-18 Chapter2Getting StartedKey OverviewKey OverviewThe keys labeled FREQUENCY Channel, System, and Marker are allexamples of front-panel keys. Pressi

Chapter 2 2-19Getting StartedKey OverviewIn some menus of keys, one key label will always be highlighted to showwhich key has been selected but the me

2-20 Chapter2Getting StartedMaking a MeasurementMaking a MeasurementLet’s begin using the analyzer by measuring an input signal. Since theinternal 50

ivEXCLUSIVE REMEDIESTHE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE BUYER’S SOLE ANDEXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES SHALL NOTBE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIR

Chapter 2 2-21Getting StartedMaking a Measurement6. Set the amplitude.When the peak of a signal does not appear on the screen, it may benecessary to a

2-22 Chapter2Getting StartedMaking a Measurement7. Set the marker.Marker functions measure the frequency and amplitude of a signal.You can place a dia

Chapter 2 2-23Getting StartedMaking a MeasurementFigure 2-5 Reading the Amplitude and Frequency

2-24 Chapter2Getting StartedAnalyzer Accuracy and the Internal Alignment ProcessAnalyzer Accuracy and the Internal AlignmentProcessData from the inter

Chapter 2 2-25Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsFile Menu FunctionsThis section describes how to use the functions located under thefront-panelFile ke

2-26 Chapter2Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsFigure 2-6 Catalog Menu1. The entry fields show the parameters for the files viewed. Entryfields that are

Chapter 2 2-27Getting StartedFile Menu Functionsd. Modified: column displays the date and time the last changeoccurred.3. The softkey menu has four op

2-28 Chapter2Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsFormat a Floppy DiskYou can format a floppy disk in the analyzer. The format is MS-DOS1.Note that it is

Chapter 2 2-29Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsFigure 2-7 Format MenuYou will see the message: Formatting Disk in the display window.Pressing any oth

2-30 Chapter2Getting StartedFile Menu Functions2. Set the center frequency to 50 MHz and the span to 75 MHz: pressFREQUENCY, 50 MHz, SPAN, 75 MHz.The

Contentsv1. Preparing for UseInitial Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 2 2-31Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsFigure 2-9 Viewing Traces 1 and 25. Activate trace 3 by pressing Trace (3), Clear Write. Your analyzer

2-32 Chapter2Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsStep 2. Save the file1. To access theSave menu, press, File, Save.2. Select the type of file you want to

Chapter 2 2-33Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsLoad a file1. Reset the analyzer by pressing Preset, Factory Preset (if present).2. To access theLoad m

2-34 Chapter2Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsNOTE You should notice that the trace you saved, in this example trace 3, isloaded to trace 2. If you w

Chapter 2 2-35Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsRename a File1. To access the Rename menu, press File, Rename.2. Select the type of file you want to re

2-36 Chapter2Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsCopy a File1. To access the Copy menu, press File, Copy. This menu functionbrings up 2 directory boxes

Chapter 2 2-37Getting StartedFile Menu FunctionsNOTE Highlighting a filename in the To: directory box has no significance.The file cannot be placed insid

2-38 Chapter2Getting StartedPrinter Setup and OperationPrinter Setup and OperationEquipment• Agilent ESA Spectrum Analyzer equipped with Options A4H (

Chapter 2 2-39Getting StartedPrinter Setup and Operation6. Press Printer Type to access the Printer Type menu keys. Press Auto tomake the analyzer att

2-40 Chapter2Getting StartedPrinter Setup and OperationTesting Printer OperationWhen you have completed the analyzer’s printer setup, press PrintSetup

ContentsviProcedure (10 MHz to 500 MHz) E4401B and E4411B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6Procedure (501 MHz to 1.0 GHz) E4401B an

Chapter 2 2-41Getting StartedAnalyzer Battery InformationAnalyzer Battery InformationThe analyzer uses a lithium battery to enable the internal memory

3-13 Functional Testing

3-2 Chapter3Functional TestingWhat You Will Find in This ChapterWhat You Will Find in This ChapterThis chapter describes the functional tests and prov

Chapter 3 3-3Functional TestingTest DescriptionsTest DescriptionsEach of the following test descriptions include the test limits (pass/failcriteria),

3-4 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise LevelDisplayed Average Noise LevelTest LimitsFrequency Range Model (50 Ω Inputs) Maximum(50 Ω In

Chapter 3 3-5Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise LevelTest DescriptionThe Displayed Average Noise Level is measured within the frequencyrange sp

3-6 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise LevelProcedure (10 MHz to 500 MHz) E4401B and E4411B1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure

Chapter 3 3-7Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level7. Press the following keys on the analyzer:BW/Avg, 1 kHzVideo BW Auto Man, 30 HzSingleWai

3-8 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level4. Press the following keys on the analyzer:Sweep, Sweep (Cont)BW/Avg, Average (Off)BW/Avg,

Chapter 3 3-9Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise LevelProcedure (1.01 GHz to 1.5 GHz) E4401B and E4411B1. Press the following keys on the analyz

ContentsviiProcedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41Second

3-10 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level7. Press the following keys on the analyzer:Display, Display Line (On)Adjust the display

Chapter 3 3-11Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level5. Press Center Freq. Set the center frequency of the analyzer to thefrequency recorded i

3-12 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level4. Press the following keys on the analyzer:Sweep, Sweep (Cont)BW/Avg, Average (Off)BW/Avg

Chapter 3 3-13Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level2. Press the following keys on the analyzer:SingleBW/Avg, Average (On), 3, EnterSingleWai

3-14 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise LevelProcedure (3.01 GHz to 6.0 GHz) E4404B, E4405B,E4407B, E4408B1. Press System, Power On/Pre

Chapter 3 3-15Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level7. Press the following keys on the analyzer:Display, Display Line (On)Adjust the display

3-16 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level5. Press Center Freq. Set the center frequency of the analyzer to thefrequency recorded in

Chapter 3 3-17Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level4. Press the following keys on the analyzer:Sweep, Sweep (Cont)BW/Avg, Average (Off)BW/Av

3-18 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level2. Press the following keys on the analyzer:SingleBW/Avg, Average (On), 3, EnterSingleWait

Chapter 3 3-19Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise LevelProcedure (12.01 GHz to 22 GHz) E4407B and E4408B1. Press System, Power On/Preset, Preset

viiiContents–299 to –200:Execution Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-

3-20 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level7. Press the following keys on the analyzer:Display, Display Line (On)Adjust the display

Chapter 3 3-21Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise Level4. Press the following keys on the analyzer:Sweep, Sweep (Cont)BW/Avg, Average (Off)BW/Av

3-22 Chapter3Functional TestingDisplayed Average Noise LevelTable 3-1Model Number Frequency RangeMeasuredFrequencyAverageNoise Level(TR Entry)Maximum5

Chapter 3 3-23Functional TestingFrequency Readout AccuracyFrequency Readout AccuracyTest LimitsTest DescriptionThe frequency readout accuracy of the a

3-24 Chapter3Functional TestingFrequency Readout AccuracyFigure 3-2Procedure1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-2. Remember toconnect the 10

Chapter 3 3-25Functional TestingFrequency Readout Accuracy5. Repeat step 3. If the instrument is functioning correctly, the resultshould be between 1.

3-26 Chapter3Functional TestingMarker Count AccuracyMarker Count AccuracyProcedure1. Press System, Power On/Preset, Preset (Factory), Preset on theana

Chapter 3 3-27Functional TestingFrequency ResponseFrequency ResponseTest LimitsTest DescriptionThe output of the synthesized sweeper is fed through a

3-28 Chapter3Functional TestingFrequency ResponseRequired EquipmentInstrumentCriticalSpecifications(for this test)RecommendedHP/Agilent ModelSignal Sou

Chapter 3 3-29Functional TestingFrequency ResponseFigure 3-3Procedure1. Zero and calibrate the power meter and power sensor as described inthe power m

ContentsixSource . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-76S

3-30 Chapter3Functional TestingFrequency ResponseVideo BW Auto Man, 3 kHzPeak SearchFREQUENCY, Signal Track (On)5. Adjust the synthesized sweeper ampl

Chapter 3 3-31Functional TestingFrequency ResponseTable 3-3 Frequency Response ReportModel CenterFreq AnalyzerAmplitudePowerMeterAmplitudeFlatnessErro

3-32 Chapter3Functional TestingReference Level AccuracyReference Level AccuracyTest LimitsTest DescriptionA 50 MHz CW signal is applied to the Input o

Chapter 3 3-33Functional TestingReference Level AccuracyRequired EquipmentFigure 3-4Instrument Critical Specifications(for this test)RecommendedHP/Agil

3-34 Chapter3Functional TestingReference Level AccuracyLog Mode Procedure1. Connect the equipment as shown in Figure 3-4.2. PressPRESET on the synthes

Chapter 3 3-35Functional TestingReference Level AccuracyLinear Mode Procedure1. Set the power level on the synthesized sweeper to –30 dBm.2. Set the a

3-36 Chapter3Functional TestingReference Level Accuracy4. Now that the reference has been established in step 4, adjust thesynthesized sweeper power l

Chapter 3 3-37Functional TestingResolution Bandwidth Switching UncertaintyResolution Bandwidth Switching UncertaintyTest LimitsTest DescriptionTo meas

3-38 Chapter3Functional TestingResolution Bandwidth Switching UncertaintyRequired Equipment(No Equipment Required)ProcedureNOTE The 50 MHz reference o

Chapter 3 3-39Functional TestingResolution Bandwidth Switching Uncertainty5. Repeat step 3 and 4 for each of the remaining resolution bandwidthand spa