Aeroflex-IFR-Marconi 6844 Datasheet
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1. 3 0 dB Log Incremental Accuracy Typical 0 2 dB 10 dB Display Linearity 1 5 dB over 8 divisions 10 dB div Gain Compression 0 dB Attenuation lt 0 5 dB with 10 dBm at the input connector Resolution Bandwidth Range 1 kHz to 3 MHz in 1 3 10 sequences Resolution Bandwidth Accuracy 20 Resolution Bandwidth Selectivity 60 dB 3 GB ratio 1 kHz to 3 MHz 15 1 Resolution Bandwidth Switching Error lt 0 25 dB Video Bandwidth 1 3 10 30 100 300 Hz 1 3 10 30 and 100 kHz Third Order Intermodulation Response 0 dB Attenuation lt 70 dBc with 2 tones each 30 dBm with gt 50 kHz separation applied at the inout connector Third Order Intercept Point gt 5 dBm Second Order Single Tone Intercept Point gt 45 dBm Second Harmonic Distortion gt 40 MHz and 40 dBm lt 70 dBc for 40 dBm at the input connector with O dB attenuation Residual Responses Input Terminated with 50 O lt 90 dBm L Other Input Related Spurii 0 dB Attenuation lt 60 dBc with 10 dBm at the input connector Attenuation Input Terminated with 50 O 1 GHz lt 105 dBm 6 GHz lt 100 dBm 12 GHz lt 100 dBm 18 GHz lt 95 dBm 38 GHz lt 80 dBm typ EXTERNAL MIXER INTERFACE option LO output 4 5 9 2 GHz 17 dBm typical IF input 479 3 MHz maximum level 15 dBm typical Connectors SMA female DEMODULATION Narrow band FM lt 20 kHz Display kHz vs time Audio output via speaker MEAS2. Connector BNC advancing GENERAL FEATURES Number of Display Channels 2 Number of Measurements 4 2 per display channel Number of Measurement Points 2 to 1601 for one trace scalar 512 fixed spectrum Display Color active matrix TFT liquid crystal display with 16 5 cm 6 5 in visible diagonal Data Storage 3 5 in floppy disc drive 1 44 Mb Trace storage in DOS format Limits 4 stores of 12 segments each Each segment defines an upper limit upper and lower limits or a point Any store can be applied to any trace MARKERS 8 per trace plus separate delta marker Marker Functions Marker delta marker minimum maximum search left search right N dB bandwidth with center frequency marker tracking Spectrum Analyzer Find Peak Next Peak next highest amplitude or next Left Right Identify Peaks M R to CF lt MRR to Ref Level o Counter Set ReSolution Measure Relative to Carrier dBc Search Left Right Delta MKR Set Span Fixed Delta rN Scalar Analyzer x Ative marker Max Min Max Min Tracking Find PK PK PK PK Tracking Search Right Left Bandwidth Optional CF DF Q dB Octave dB Decade Readout Delta Marker On Off 1 dB Gain Compression Peak to peak delay between two markers Max peak to peak delay in a user defined bandwidth Deviation from linear between two markers Deviation from parabolic between two markers Fault Location Find Max Track Max Next PK Rig
3. 00 start 0 000000 m zoom O 50892m Stop 5 00000 m Fault location measurement of a coaxial feed and antenna Group Delay The Group Delay option allows the simultaneous measurement and display of group delay and amplitude response over the full frequency range of the instrument Components and assemblies including frequency translation devices can be readily characterized for ripple and variation from linear and parabolic variation using the powerful and easy to use marker functions Measurement in any operator specified sub band within the passband can be displayed as maximum peak to peak ripple in both amplitude and group delay maximum slope and maximum rate of change of slope Microwave System Analyzer 1 63 PC O00 Ax PC 10 000B 6 35 359 ns 10 000 ns Delay 3 25 0B 10 00 dB dB i ray 2 apan Sre Start 1 300 000 000 GHz 35r 000 O00 GHz Stop 1 400 000000 GHz 6 135700 GHZ 3535915 3 25 T 1 34225 GHz 4945015 6 38 dB 8 1 37450 GHz 622515 5 26 Amplitude and delay response of a filter Simplified User Interface Integration of a source spectrum analyzer and scalar analyzer into a single instrument has many benefits The operator uses a single interface to set up any measurement This saves time and is
4. Short Open Short Open N Inputs Single input or ratio Accuracy Linearity directivity test port mismatch Linearity for Power Levels gt 50 dBm 0 2 dB 10 dB but not gt 0 5 dB in total FAULT LOCATION MEASUREMENTS Measurement Range Up to 25 km depending on cable or waveguide loss Units Feet or meters Number of Measurement Points User selectable from 50 to 1601 Minimum Resolution For two equal amplitude discontinuities using maximum sweep width 6841 8 12 18 x Vr cm 6842 6 4 32 x Vr cm 6843 7 1 82 x Vr cm 6844 1 51 x Vr cm 6845 0 91 x Vr cm Where Vr is the relative velocity factor for the transmission line Measurement Update Rate 512 points in 250 ms DC detection Dynamic Range DC detection 70 dB AC detection 80 dB Distance Accuracy 3 mm or 0 1 of range for a single fault syi to 440 Us R solution 3 MHz aperture SA ot ns to 15 GHz 0 2 ns 15 to 30 GHz 0 3 ns 30 to 40 GHz Absolute Accuracy 3 MHz aperture 0 5 ns excluding effects of imperfect match Relative Accuracy for peak to peak measurement As Resolution typical Scales 0 1 ns div to 5 us div in a 1 2 5 sequence with increment keys Keypad entry provides user scaling Reference delay Defaults to zero user selectable Reference position User selectable default is centre display Delay offset User entry of offset value Trace displays Simultaneous amplitude and group delay vs frequency Absolute del
5. carrier frequencies gt 375 MHz Offset 30 kHz to 150 kHz lt 50 dBc 150 kHz to 1 MHz lt 60 dBc gt 1 MHz lt 60 dBc wireless test Phase Noise lt dBc Hz in CW mode CW Freq Frequency offset 1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz 0 25 GHz 86 95 108 0 5 GHz 98 112 134 1 GHz 92 106 128 2 GHz 86 100 122 4 GHz 80 92 100 10 GHz 72 84 90 20 GHz 66 78 82 24 GHz 64 76 80 40 GHz 63 75 79 Source Match Typical 1 MHz to 3 GHz 15 dB 3 GHz to 20 GHz 10 dB 20 GHz to 40 GHz 8 dB Output Connector 6841 2 3 6 7 8 Precision Type N female 6844 Precision 3 5 mm female 6845 Precision 2 92 mm female or optional field replaceable connectors SPECTRUM ANALYZER FREQUENCY Frequency Range Usable from 100 kHz 6841 1 MHz to 3 GHz usable to 4 2 GHz 6842 6843 6848 10 MHz to 20 GHz 6844 6846 10 MHz to 24 GHz usable to 30 GHz 6845 10 MHz to 46 GHz 6847 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz usable to 30 GHz E Extendible for all units to 110 GHz in waveguide only with external waveguide mixers The 6840 series unit must be fitted With option 020 Frequency Span Range d Full span to Zero span plus any intermediate value Start Frequency Accuracy start frequency x frequency standard error freque resolution 3 of span 20 resolution bandwidth se Span Accuracy Fully synthesized for soans of 20 MHz or less 3 for spans gt 20 MHz Number of Measurement Points Fixed 512 Frequency Rea
6. cycles as the need to make instrument interconnections is reduced 6840 has a low noise source for LO substitution and swept frequency measurements The use of EEPROM detectors ensures accurate scalar measurements Amplifiers can be precisely characterized for gain compression output power and frequency response The use of a tuned input can give gt 80 dB dynamic range for filter testing and the accessory autotesters with 40 dB directivity ensure accurate return loss results The spurious and harmonic output of oscillators can be measured with the wide span high dynamic range spectrum analyzer Manufacturing Test To the production manager the 6840 offers reduced programming time reduced test time and simplified archiving of ftesults 6840 is fully compliant with the IEEE 488 2 GPIB standard A full 401 data points can be transferred over the GPIB in typically lt 50 ms Individual data points can be repetitively read in typically 10 ms This enables full results archiving with minimal time penalty A single instrument replaces rack and stack alternatives which makes program generation simpler Rack space is also reduced Continuity of test is essential in a production environment A failed test system can result in expensive loss of output 6840 with its field replaceable modules minimizes any output loss due to test system failure Installing and Maintaining Systems During the installation period of a microwave system it is
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8. 10 MHz 3 GHz DC to gt 1 MHz typical 3 GHz 46 GHz DC to gt 500 kHz typical Frequency Modulation Option 023 022 Modulation signal sinewave 0 1 Hz to 500 kHz resolution 0 1 Hz Other specifications as for External Frequency Modulation except Accuracy 1 kHz modulating frequency 20 400 kHz deviation 5 of indication 1 Hz excluding residual FM Internal Levelling Accuracy at 0 dBm no options fitted 1 MHz to 3 GHz 0 7 dB 3 GHz to 24 GHz 1 0 dB 24 GHz to 40 GHz 1 5 dB Levelled Power Accuracy With Options 010 011 012 013 1 MHz to 3 GHz lt 2 1 dB 0 3 dB 2 of attenuator setting in dB whichever is greater 3 GHz to 24 GHz lt 1 dB 1 dB 4 of attenuator setting in dB whichever is the greater 24 GHz to 40 GHz x lt 1 5 dB 1 dB 4 of attenuator setting in dB whichever js the greater Linearity No Options Fitted Option 030 Over Levelled Range Relative to 0 dBm 1 MHz t0 40 GHz lt 0 5 dB Power Stability With Temperature Typical XI MHz to 40 GHz lt 0 1 aB C 4 3 Harmonics and Sub Harmonics Over Levelled Power Range Harmonics lt 70 MHz lt 25 dBc 70 MHz to 24 GHz lt 55 dBc 24 GHz to 40 GHz lt 20 dBc Sub Harmonics 1 MHz to 3 GHz lt 60 dBc 3 GHz to 24 GHz none 24 GHz to 40 GHz lt 40 dBc Spurious Signals Typical For carrier frequencies lt 375 MHz Offset 30 kHz to 150 kHz lt 50 dBc 150 kHz to 1 MHz lt 55 dBc gt 1 MHz lt 55 dBc For
9. GHz 5 W N m to N f 56534 904 Precision Fixed Coaxial Attenuator 20 dB DC to 18 GHz 5 W N m to N f Software Support 59000 327 MIPlot Software Pack 59000 371 Guided Scalar Measurements MISCELLANEOUS 46885 038 Rack Mount Kit for 6840 46880 085 Service Manual 84501 Soft Carrying Case 46662 695 Flight Case 54152 001 3 5 mm Torque Wrench 54211 008 Compact Keyboard 2388 1 25 GHz Active Probe a i a lt n test IFR Working together to create solutions for the world of communications IFR is a world leader in developing leading edge test and measurement equipment The priority at IFR is to understand your communications test needs and respond to them IFR has the flexibility and expertise to create just the right test solution for you We understand that just as you are the expert in designing wireless products we are expert in wireless test Combining the quality of our test products with their reliability excellent price per formance ratio and minimal requirements for maintenance every IFR test system represents an outstanding lifetime value IFR Working together with our customers to be flexible and innovative in provid ing effective test solutions for the rapid design manufacture and maintenance of communications systems The added value IFR includes with each and every test set we sell will make you more productive We offer a two year standard warranty on all products and we will continue to support your product
10. GHz Scalar Analyzer with 26 5 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 1 MHz to 3 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 20 GHz Spectrum Analyzer N Supplied Accessories lt Operating Manual Getting Started Guide Rerhote Operating Manual gat Supply Lead 37591 A Front Panel Cover Field Replaceable Precision N f or 3 5 mm f RF Connectors for Source and Spectrum Analyzer for 6842 6843 6844 6846 6847 Field Replaceable Precision N f or 2 92 mm f RF Connectors for Source and Spectrum Analyzer for 6845 3 GHz 110 dB Step Attenuator only available for 6841 and 6848 20 GHz 70 dB Step Attenuator only available for 6842 6843 6846 6847 26 5 GHz 90 dB Step Attenuator not available for 6841 6845 6848 40 GHz 70 dB Step Attenuator only available for 6845 External Mixer Interface Group Delay Internal Modulation included in Group Delay option 022 Higher Power Output not applicable to 6841 6848 6845 Complementary Product 500 MHz to 18 GHz Pulse Modulator AC Power Supply for 6146 6146 54441 109 Accessories 6230A L SCALAR DETECTORS 6230A series Standard Detectors 65 dBm to 20 dBm typical 6230A 10 MHz to 20 GHz N type m 6232A 1 MHz to 3 GHz N Type m 6233A 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m 6234A 10 MHz to 46 GHz 2 92 mm m 6230L series Low VSWR detectors 59 dBm to 26 dBm typical 6230L 10 MHz to 20 GHz N type m 6233L 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m 6234L 10 MHz to 46 GHz 2 92 mm m AUTOTESTERS AND RF BRIDGE A
11. GHz Span 500 000 000 MHz Bandpass filter insertion loss measurement Spectrum Analysis The 6840 variants contain an integral synthesized spectrum analyzer with 3 MHz to 1 kHz resolution bandwidth filters gt 80 dB instantaneous dynamic range and an excellent 3rd order intermodulation intercept point 6840 series are designed to make on RF and microwave routine spectrum measurements components subsystems and systems Continuous full band sweeps simplify harmonic and spurious measurements The low distortion front end combined with wide dynamic range ensures that even on full span sweeps spurious measurements to better than 60 dBc can be performed High sensitivity at microwave frequencies is ensured by the use of wideband oscillators this reduces the harmonic number used in the front end mixer The spectrum analyzer is fully featured with FM demodulator and built in loudspeaker This is ideal for locating and identifying the source of interfering transmissions Individual signals can be precisely identified by use of the internal frequency counter ERX 10 00 dBm 21 28 dBm 10 00 dB J 500 966 255 MHz Span 10 000000 MHz BX Centre 500 000 000MH2 CH 36 00 dBm Athi 0GB 13s Res 100kHz Video 10kHz 41500988 MH2 72728 2 498 992 MHz 21 23 dBm 9 503 004 MHz z61 52 dBm 4 496 577 MHz 61 51 Brn Amplifier intermodulat
12. GHz to 20 GHz 80 dBm to 7 dBm 6842 3 4 6 7 option 012 90 dB Step Attenuator 10 MHz to 3 GHz 100 dBm to 8 dBm 3 GHz to 24 GHz 100 dBm to 2 dBm option 030 higher power 3 GHz to 24 GHz 100 dBm to 7 dBm 6845 10 MHz to 8 GHz 10 dBm to 8 dBm 10 dBm typ 8 GHz to 20 GHz 10 dBm to 5 dBm 7 dBm typ 20 GHz to 24 GHz 10 dBm to 4 dBm 6 dBm typ 24 GHz to 40 GHz 10 dBm to 0 dBm 3 dBm typ 40 GHz to 46 GHz 10 dBm to O dBm typ excluding the effect of connector moding 6845 option 013 70 dB step attenuator Ae 10 MHz to 8 GHz 80 dBm to 6 dBm 8 dBm typ 8 GHz to 20 GHz 80dBmto 2dBm_ 4 dBm typ 20 GHz to 24 GHz 80 dBm to 1 dBm 3 dBm typ 24 GHz to 40 GHz 80 dBm to 3 dBm dBm typ Note For option 002 Field Replaceable connectors guaranteed levelled output is reduced by 0 5 dB Settable Power Resolution 0 01 dB Power Sweep Range from Maximum Levelled Power Without Attenuator gt 20 dB External Frequency Modulation Peak deviation 1 V peak input 10 MHz 375 MHz 375 MHz 750 MHz 750 MHz 1 5 GHz 1 5 GHz 3 GHz 3 GHz 46 GHz 1 kHz to 5 MHz 250 Hz to 1 25 MHz 500 Hz to 2 5 MHz 1 kHz to 5 MHz 20 kHz to 1 MHz Accuracy 1 kHz modulating frequency 20 400 kHz deviation 3 of indication 1 Hz excluding residual FM advancing 3 dB bandwidth AC coupled mode 10 MHz 3 GHz lt 100 Hz to gt 1MHz typical 3 GHz 46 GHz lt 100 Hz to gt 500 kHz typical 3 dB bandwidth DC coupled mode
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14. UREMENT FEATURES Frequency counter Ability to display channel occupancy masks user defined advancing a i a lt n Accurate marker frequency readout Multiple markers Two independent channels Scrollable center frequency span and resolution bandwidth Measurement of noise in a 1 Hz bandwidth Auto tune display set up for CW signals NBFM demodulator with audio output Demodulated output displayed on screen Speed 1 ms div to 1 s div Millimeter waveguide single diode harmonic mixers Available for all 684X units option O20 external mixer interface is required Model Frequency Waveguide Flange Number Range Designation Type MA42HW 18 26 5 GHz WR42 WG20 R220 UG 597 U M28HW 26 5 40 GHz WR28 WG22 R320 UG 599 U M22HW 33 50 GHz WR22 WG23 R400 UG 383 U M19HW 40 60 GHz WR19 WG24 R500 UG 383 U M15HW 50 75 GHz WR15 WG25 R620 UG 385 U M12HW 60 90 GHz WR12 WG26 R740 UG 387 U M10HW 75 110 GHz WR10 WG27 R900 UG 387 U A Diplexer DPL 313A is required for use with the mixers listed above It is supplied with two SMA m barrel adapters for IF and LO interconnection to the spectrum analyzer Option O20 connectors and a 1 meter long high quality interconnecting cable for connection between mixer and diplexer gt A V3 Frequeney Range A AS per source frequency range mA Ko Number of Inputs 3 detector inputs plus tuned input N Number of Measurement Points User selectable from 2 to 1601 Applications Retu
15. always necessary to revalidate key parameters 6840 provides a comprehensive solution for installation teams It is housed in a ruggedized case has secure handles and can be supplied with a protective carrying case For systems with long waveguide or coaxial feeds the 6840 is used by the installation team to measure return loss and if necessary fault location The synthesized source with 1601 measurement points ensures precise fault location measurements The 6840 series provides a tuned input that can be used for return loss and fault location measurements This measurement technique rejects interfering signals from other transmitters a common cause of poor measurement performance in the field By archiving results onto disk or the internal instrument memory the 6840 forms the basis of a preventative maintenance system Experience shows that degradation in the antenna feed is the major source of system field failures 6840 has the accuracy to monitor and identify gradual system degradation with time Results Logging and Outputting Measurement results can either be saved to internal non volatile memory or to 3 5 in disk Iraces saved onto disk can then be archived or imported into a spreadsheet for viewing An alternative method for displaying results in a standard word processor document or in a graphics package is to use the optional MIPlot software MIPlot captures the measurement data either via the GPIB or from a saved trace
16. alyzer Spectrum Analyzer 1 Series 8 Instruments The range covers five frequency bands in various convenient combinations of source and spectrum analyzer frequencies enabling for example the harmonic content of microwave radios to be measured 6840 series Microwave System Analyzers 6841 1 MHz to 3 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 4 2 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 6842 10 MHz to 8 4 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 20 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 6843 10 MHz to 20 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 20 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 6844 10 MHz to 24 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 24 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 6845 10 MHz to 46 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 46 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 6846 10 MHz to 8 4 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 24 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 6847 10 MHz to 20 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 26 5 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 6848 1 MHz to 3 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 20 GHz Spectrum Analyzer advancing wireless test Synthesized Source The synthesized source has low phase noise and 1 Hz frequency resolution VCOs are used for frequencies above 3 GHz and an integrated RF synthesizer for the 1 MHz to 3 GHz range Optionally increased output power is available from 3 to 24 GHz Internal filtering results in excellent harmonic performance of lt 55 dBc for improved scalar measurement accuracy Optional step attenuators are available to set low output powers for amplifier or receiver testing In CW mode the source can be used for local oscillator substitution A power sweep is provided for amplifier gain compr
17. ay and zoom display vs frequency Dual channel mode Comparison over same frequency range at same centre frequency Comparison over different centre frequencies FREQUENCY STANDARD Internal 10 MHz OCXO Drift 5 in 108 over O to 55 C Ageing 2 in 10 per year OCXO External Frequency Standard 1 MHz or 10 MHz Connector BNC REAR PANEL CONNECTORS RS 232 9 way D type connector male Baud rate 300 to 9600 GPIB Interface GPIB is IEEE 488 1 and 488 2 compatible The interface has 2 functions Instrument contro with full Talk Listen capability Control of plotter using HPGL Plotter is buffered to permit measurements to proceed whilst plotting 10 7 MHz IF Output from Spectrum Analyzer Connector BNC Frequency Standard In Out BNC 10 MHz input or 10 MHz output selectable from front panel Mod In Out BNC Frequency modulation input or output Printer Output 25 way D type connector Parallel interface 0 Drivers supplied for PCL DeskJet and LaserJet printers Printer is buffered to permit measurements to proceed whilst printing N External Monitor Standard VGA 640 by 480 color output 15 way high density D type female connector Voltage Output Auxiliary 9 pin Connector Settable for O to 10 V ramp fixed voltage or chart recorder drive Video Output Auxiliary 9 pin Connector Output from spectrum analyzer detector Bandwidth as per RBW setting External Levelling Input Input voltage range O to 1 V
18. dout Resolution Span 512 Marker Readout Accuracy As per start frequency accuracy Sweep Speed Auto coupled or user set 10 ms div to 50 s div Input Connector Phase Noise lt dBc Hz Analyzer freq Frequency offset 20 kHz 100 kHz 10 MHz 90 100 4 2 GHz 90 100 N 1 on the Harmonic Mixer 8 6 GHz 84 94 N 2 on the Harmonic Mixer 18 5 GHz 77 87 N 3 on the Harmonic Mixer 38 GHz 73 typ 83 typ N 6 on the Harmonic Mixer System Related Sidebands lt 65 dBc at offsets greater than 30 kHz from the carrier AMPLITUDE Maximum Input Amplitude 20 dBm Damage Level 27 dBm gt 10 dB attenuation 20 dBm O dB attenuation Input Return Loss typical with 10 dB of Input Attenuation 1OMHz to 3 GHz20dB 3 GHz t012 GHz120B D 12 GHz to 40 GHz10 dB l a AN 6841 2 3 8 Precision Type N female 6844 6 7 Precision 3 5 mm female 6845 Precision 2 92 mm female or optional field replaceable connectors Inputtte uator X Range O to 60 dB in 10 dB steps Reference Level Range 30 dBm to 99 dBm Amplitude Scaling Range 10 dB div to 0 1 dB div Amplitude Accuracy at 0 dBm Reference Level and 0 dBm Input at selected bandwidth 10 MHz to 3 GHz 1 dB to 4 2 GHz 1 5 dB to 20 GHz 4 0 dB to 24 GHz 4 5 dB to 40 GHz 5 0 dB does not apply to 6841 to 26 5 GHz for 6847 Incremental Reference Level Accuracy from 20 dBm to 40 dBm Typical 0 5 dB Response Flatness Typical
19. e 43139 099 1 5 m DC Cable 43139 100 3 0 m DC Cable 43139 101 10 m DC Cable 43139 102 25 m DC Cable 43139 103 50 m DC Cable MILLIMETER WAVEGUIDE SINGLE DIODE HARMONIC MIXERS Model Frequency Waveguide Flange Number Range Designation Type M42HW 18 26 5 GHz WR42 WG20 R220 UG 597 U M28HW 26 5 40 GHz WR28 WG22 R320 UG 599 U M22HW 33 50 GHz WR22 WG23 R400 UG 383 U M19HW 40 60 GHz WR19 WG24 R500 UG 383 U M15HW 50 75 GHz WR15 WG25 R620 UG 385 U M12HW 60 90 GHz WR12 WG26 R740 UG 387 U M10HW 75 110 GHz WR10 WG27 R900 UG 387 U For other frequencies and sizes please consult factory for details A Diplexer DPL 313A is required for use with the mixers listed above It is sup plied with two SMA m barrel adapters for IF and LO interconnection to the spectrum analyzer Option 020 connectors and a 1 meter long high quality interconnecting cable for connection between mixer and diplexer advancing ACCESSORIES Power Splitters Dividers 54311 123 Power Splitter DC to 18 GHz Type N 54311 124 Power Splitter DC to 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm 54311 161 Power Splitter DC to 40 GHz 2 92 mm 54311 187 Power Divider DC to 18 GHz 54311 188 Power Divider DC to 26 5 GHz RF Ruggedized Cables for Bridges and Dividers 54311 195 1 5 m 3 GHz N m to N m 54311 196 3 0 m 3 GHz N m to N m Fixed Loads 54421 020 7 mm Fixed Load 54421 021 3 5 mm f Fixed Load 54421 022 3 5 mm m Fixed Load 54421 023 N m Fixed Load 54421 024 N
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21. easier than writing software to perform complex measurement tasks such as frequency offset network measurements Eight softkeys give rapid access to all commonly used parameters Softkeys are shaped to inform the user of the action that the key will perform e g enter data select from list move to another menu or immediate action All commonly accessed functions are no more than one level deep so that the instrument operation is easily learnt Applications Interface An applications interface is built into the 6840 series which allows the user to create their own measurement routines and guide the operator through the test procedure For example it can display on the 6840 screen how to set up the measurement lead the operator through a calibration show where to connect the device under test and then test the device s performance against predefined limits advancing A i a lt n The applications facility can reduce the incidence of operator error improve measurement repeatability provide guidance to infrequent users or simplify complex test procedures Color Display A large TFT color display is fitted to the 6840 as standard displaying up to four measurements on two channels Scalar and spectrum measurements can be displayed simultaneously on independent channels Alternatively two spectrum channels can be shown with a wide and narrow frequency sweep This could be used to scan a frequency spectrum for interfering signals w
22. ession testing External FM can be applied by connecting a generator to the rear panel With the FM option an internal generator provides frequency modulation of the source When used with the scalar analyzer the source provides a swept synthesized output for frequency characterization of components and systems It can also be used as a spectrum analyzer tracking generator to 46 GHz The source can be set to any frequency offset or frequency multiple of the receiver tuned input This powerful feature simplifies measurements of mixers upconverters and down converters that have frequency translation Scalar Analyzer The three input scalar analyzer provides network characterization of components and systems Simultaneous measurement of insertion and return loss are displayed on the 6840 color screen Excellent measurement accuracy is assured by the use of EEPROM corrected detectors Each detector is individually characterized for linearity and frequency response to provide a measurement aceuracy close to that achieved with a power sensor A range of autotesters with high directivity is available for return loss measurements It is also possible to make scalar measurements with a tuned input A tuned input gives improved dynamic range Insertion loss measurements of gt 80 dB are possible Microwave System Analyzer amp 0 0006 S406 10 00467 dB Src Centre 9000000 000 GHz 8 386 000 000
23. f Fixed Load Precision Adapters 54311 175 N m to N m 54311 167 N m to N f 54311 174 N f to N f 54311 176 N f to 3 5 mm f 54311 177 N m to 3 5 mm f 54311 178 N m to 3 5 mm m 54311 185 N f to 3 5 mm m 54311 137 N m to TNC f 54311 138 N m to TNC m 54311 139 N f to TNC f 54311 186 N f to TNC m 54311 203 7 mm to N f 54311 204 7 mm to TNC m 54311 205 7mmtoTNec HA 54311 136 TNC m to TNC m 543467 3 5 mm f to 375 mmf 54811 1085 3 5 mm m to 3 5 mm f 54311 164 3 5 mm m to 3 5 mm m 54311 162 2 92 mm m to 2 92 mm m 54311 206 2 92 mm m to 2 92 mm f 54311 207 2 92 mm f to 2 92 mm f Standard Adapters 54311 133 N f to SMA f 54311 4184 N m to SMA f 543 N8135 TNC m to SMA m Miscellaneous Electrical Cables 543117170 Positive Voltage Measurement Cable 54311 112 Negative Voltage Measurement Cable 43129 189 GPIB Cable 43139 042 BNC m to BNC m 1 5 m 46884 560 Parallel Printer Interface Cable 43137 604 Autotester Adapter Cable 0 5 m 43139 107 Autotester Adapter Cable 1 5 m Standard Microwave Cables 54351 022 0 5 m 18 GHz N m to N m 54351 025 0 5 m 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m to 3 5 mm m 54351 027 0 5 m 40 GHz 2 92 mm m to 2 92 mm m Attenuators 56534 901 Precision Fixed Coaxial Attenuator 3 dB DC to 18 GHz 5 W N m to N f 56534 902 Precision Fixed Coaxial Attenuator 6 dB DC to 18 GHz 5 W N m to N f 56534 903 Precision Fixed Coaxial Attenuator 10 dB DC to 18
24. ge tracking generator e Offset tracking on network measurements e Group Delay option e FM option e Complete solution to comprehensive component and subsystem characterization e Real time transmission line Fault Location with 0 1 accuracy e EEPROM corrected scalar detectors for accurate measurements e Applications interface allows guided and automatic testing e Modular design for rapid service e 3 5 in disk drive for results storage 6840 ser es RF and Microwave System Analyzers E o z The 6840 series RF and microwave system analyzers are a powerful new tool for the microwave industry Integrated into a single instrument are a synthesized souree a three input scalar analyzer and a synthesized spectrum analyzers the internal source can be wised as a simple CW output as a swept source for scalar measurements as a tracking generator with the spectrum analyzer and as an offset tracking source for network measurements on frequency translation devices This flexibility simplifies a range of previously complex but commonly made measurements Th teceiver in the spectrum analyzer can be used as a tuned input for high dynamic range scalar measurements The FM option adds frequency modulation to the source The Group Delay option allows simultanedus measurement and display of group delay and amplitude resporise and includes the frequency modulation option A Ga Source Scalar An
25. hilst simultaneously displaying the wanted carrier Microwave System Analyzer PC O00dB a 19348 10 00 dB HH A E Pala ANE AAN Aa WOOOGHZ Stop 1500000000 GHz Sre Start 3 000000 000 GHz Ma c 0 0008 18848 100048 Sre Centre 9 000000 000 GHz 8 954 000 000 GHz Span 800 000 000 MHZ Dual channel display showing wide band and narrow band frequency sweeps Comprehensive Markers Up to eight markers are available The marker menus provide the tools that are most commonly used in each of the measurement modes HA 15 00 dBm H 5 32 dBm 10 00 dB dBm RX Start 90 000 000 MHz 110 665 362 MHz Stop 750 000 000 MHz Cl 13 00 dBm Att 20 sO ms Res SMHz video 100kHz 1 110 665 MHz 532 2 215284 MHz 452 425 012 MHz 17 64 4321 194 MHz 18 66 J 5530 431 MHz 3068 6 635 049 MHz 4568 r 730376 MHz 48 00 Harmonic measurement with dynamic marker table In spectrum mode the markers identify the frequency and level of a signal position signals on the display and measure relative signal values A peak search feature places markers on the eight highest signals displayed for spurious signal identification A table displayed below the traces shows the
26. ht Left Set PK Level Delta marker On Off General Marker Table Assign Active MKR Position Active MKR Set up Markers i e On Off Position Large Readout All Off Marker Resolution Frequency 6 digits or 1 Hz user selectable Power 0 01 dB wireless test Voltage 1 nV Measurement Manipulation Display live measurement Display trace memory Display live measurement relative to trace memory Measurement hold may be applied for each trace Any input or ratio of inputs may be assigned to any one or more than one trace s A trace may display absolute power power relative to a path calibration or power minus a trace memory Input Offsets An offset in the range 99 99 dB to 99 99 dB in 0 01 dB steps may be applied per detector input Weight Variant and Option Dependent 24 kg 53 Ib Size Not including front handles 230 mm H x 430 mm W x 570 mm D 9 in Hx 17 inWx 22 in D Power Supply Autosensing 90 V to 265 V 45 Hz to 65 Hz AC Plus 90 V to 110 V 400 Hz AC Consumption 220 W Rated Range of Use O to 50 C Up to 93 RH at 40 C Temperature Humidity Conditions of Storage and Transportation Temperature 40 to 71 C Humidity Up to 93 RH at 40 C Altitude Up to 4570 m 15000 ft Electromagnetic Compatibility Conforms with the protection requirements of the EEC Council Directive 89 336 EEC Conforms with the limits specified in the following standards IEC EN61326 1 1997 RF E
27. ion measurement Optimized operation is provided by the coupling of the fundamental analyzer parameters of resolution bandwidth sweep speed video filter and input attenuation These parameters are automatically set for optimum sweep speed and dynamic range For specific applications the user can manually overide the coupled functions Autotune automatically sweeps the full span of the spectrum analyzer and then displays the largest signal at the center and top of the screen Markers can also be used to select any signal and display it at the center of the screen The integral source enables network measurements in normal tracking mode or by applying a frequency offset and or multiplication factor Any frequency offset can be supported This facility makes measurements faster and easier than assembling together separate instruments and a PC controller External mixers extend the frequency range to 110 GHz Fault Location Fault location software is standard on all 6840 series instruments Many modern communication systems rely on a coaxial or waveguide feed between the transmitter and antenna The fast fault location facility of the 6840 can quickly locate the position of faults causing poor return loss in the feed which can seriously impact system performance Measurement resolution and accuracy is assured by the use of a synthesized source with up to 1601 measurement points icrowave System Analyzer Be c 0 0008 3251 dB 7
28. mission Class B Immunity Table 1 yY Performance Criteria B Safety Conforms with the requirements of EEC Council Directive 73 23 EEC and Standard IEC EN 61010 1 1993 Complies with IEC61010 1 for class 1 portable Ke and is for use in a pollution degree 2 environment The instrument is designed to operate from an installation category 2 supply Note All specifications quoted are for operation at calibration temperature 3 C Specifications involving Type N connectors above 18 GHz are not traceable to national standards as these do not exist at present Specifications involving 2 92 mm connectors above 40 GHz are not traceable to national standards as these do not exist at present Typical specifications are non warranted Versions and Options When ordering please quote the full ordering number information Ordering Numbers Version 6840 6841 6842 6843 6844 6845 6846 6847 6848 46882 350 46882 354 46882 360 43123 076 Options 502 010 011 012 013 020 022 023 030 Microwave System Analyzers 1 MHz to 3 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 4 2 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 10 MHz to 8 4 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 20 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 10 MHz to 20 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 20 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 10 MHz to 24 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 24 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 10 MHz to 46 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 46 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 10 MHz to 8 4 GHz Scalar Analyzer with 24 GHz Spectrum Analyzer 10 MHz to 20
29. on disk This data can then be embedded into a document and reformatted colors changed markers and text added Specification SOURCE Functionality Synthesized CW Synthesized sweeper for use with scalar analyzer Tracking generator for use with spectrum analyzer Offset tracking generator for use with spectrum analyzer offset by scale or multiplication factor CW Power sweep External Frequency Modulation Optional Internal Frequency Modulation in spectrum scalar and source only modes Frequency Range 6841 6848 1 MHz to 3 GHz 6842 6846 10 MHz to 8 4 GHz 6843 6847 10 MHz to 20 GHz 6844 10 MHz to 24 GHz 6845 10 MHz to 46 GHz Resolution Settable 1 Hz to 24 GHz 2 Hz 24 GHz to 46 GHz CW Accuracy Frequency Standard error x Frequency 10 Hz Swept Accuracy Typical 300 ms Step Time 1 MHz to 3 GHz lt 20 kHz 3 GHz to 46 GHz lt 200 kHz 1 ms Step Time 1 MHz to 3 GHz lt 1 kHz 3 GHz to 46 GHz lt 10 kHz 10 ms Step Time 1 MHz to 3 GHz lt 100 Hz 3 GHz to 46 GHz lt 1 kHz Levelled Power Range 6841 2 3 4 6 7 8 standard 1 MHz to 3 GHz 10 dBm to 10 dBm 3 GHz to 24 GHz 10 dBm to 5 dBm 6842 3 4 6 7 8 option 030 higher power 1 MHz to 24 GHz 10dBm to 10 dBm 6841 48 option 010 110 dB Step Attenuator 1 MHz to 3 GHz 120dBm to 8 dBm 6842 3 6 7 option 011 70 dB Step Attenuator 10 MHz to 3 GHz 80 dBm to 8 dBm 3 GHz to 20 GHz 80 dBm to 2 dBm option 030 higher power 3
30. rn loss vs frequency Insertion loss vs frequency Fault Location Voltage vs frequency Group Delay vs Frequency optional Detection Modes AC and DC Noise Reduction Averaging 1 to 1000 Smoothing 0 01 to 20 Power Measurements Using scalar detectors Detector Correction Frequency response and linearity read from EEPROM for 6230A L and fault locators Support for 6230 and autotesters test INSERTION LOSS MEASUREMENTS Measurement Dynamic Range AC Scalar Detection with 623XA Detector Max source output to 60 dBm Max source output to 65 dBm with averaging Typical values gt 65 dB 10 MHz to 40 GHz gt 75 dB 1 MHz to 3 GHz only with 6232A Measurement Dynamic Range Tuned Input Maximum source output to 75 dBm Typically gt 80 dB 10 MHz to 17 GHz Measurement Update Rate 401 points in 270 ms with DC detection Calibration Through path calibration or short and short open calibrations for single ended insertion loss Inputs Single input or ratio Accuracy detector inputs and tuned input Linearity mismatch Linearity applies after normalization Linearity for Power Levels gt 50 dBm scalar detector input 0 2 dB 10 dB but not gt 0 5 dB in total Linearity tuned input Log incremental accuracy typical 0 2 dB 10 dB Display Linearity 1 5 dB over 8 divisions 10 dB div 4 RETURN LOSS MEASUREMENTS Measurement Update Rate 401 points in 270 ms with DC detection Calibration O AN Q 7
31. ture lower risk and off balance sheet accounting Both second user and rental improve the key business measure of Return On Capital Employed We are based near Heathrow Airport in the UK from where we supply test equipment worldwide Our facility incorporates Sales Support Admin Logistics and our own in house Lab All products supplied by Test Equipment Solutions include No quibble parts amp labour warranty we provide transport for UK mainland addresses Free loan equipment during warranty repair if available Full electrical mechanical and safety refurbishment in our in house Lab Certificate of Conformance calibration available on request Manuals and accessories required for normal operation Free insured delivery to your UK mainland address sales Support from our team of seasoned Test amp Measurement engineers ISO9001 quality assurance Test equipment Solutions Ltd Unit 8 Elder Way Waterside Drive Langley Berkshire SL3 6EP T 44 0 1753 596000 F 44 0 1753 596001 Email info TestEquipmentHQ com Web www TestEquipmentHQ com Microwave 6840 series Microwave System Analyzers provide an integrated solution to component and subsystem testing e Integrated synthesized source scalar and spectrum analyzer e 3 GHz 8 4 GHz 20 GHz 24 GHz and 46 GHz frequency versions e Precision scalar network measurements with high dynamic range e Spectrum analyzer with full ran
32. utotesters 59999 151 10 MHz to 18 GHz 7 mm 59999 158 10 MHz to 18 GHz N m 59999 159 10 MHz to 18 GHz N f 59999 152 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm WSMA m 59999 166 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm WSMA f 59999 168 10 MHz to 40 GHz 2 92 mm m 59999 169 10 MHz to 40 GHz 2 92 mm f RF Bridge 59999 170 5 MHz to 2 GHz N f FAULT LOCATORS Fault Locators 6242F 10 MHz to 3 GHz N f 6242M 10 MHz to 3 GHz N m 6240F 10 MHz to 20 GHz N f 6240M 10 MHz to 20 GHz N m 6243F 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm f 6243M 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m 6241 10 MHz to 20 GHz 7 mm Microwave Ruggedized Cables for Fault Locators 54311 197 1 5 m 18 GHz N m to Right Angle N m 54311 198 3 0 m 18 GHz N m to Right Angle N m 54311 201 1 5 m 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m to Right Angle 3 5 mm m 54311 202 3 0 m 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m to Right Angle 3 5 mm m RF Ruggedized Cables for Fault Locators 54311 199 1 5 m 3 GHz N m to Right Angle N m 54311 200 3 0 m 3 GHz N m to Right Angle N m TRANSMISSION LINE TEST HEADS Transmission Line Test Head 56581 001 10 MHz to 20 GHz Transmission Line Test Head 6581 56583 001 10 MHz to 26 5 GHz Transmission Line Test Head 6583 Microwave Ruggedized Cables for Test Heads 54311 116 1 5 m 20 GHz N m to N m 54311 109 3 0 m 20 GHz N m to N m 54311 117 1 5 m 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m to 3 5 mm m 54311 110 3 0 m 26 5 GHz 3 5 mm m to 3 5 mm m Scalar Detector and Fault Locator DC Cables Color coded blu
33. values of all eight markers dynamically In scalar mode markers automatically calculate peak to peak ripple N dB bandwidth 1 dB compression point and find the maximum and minimum signal levels This simplifies device characterization and reduces test time test For fault location measurements the next peak left right feature identifies the position and magnitude of each of the discontinuities along the transmission line The peak find softkey quickly locates the biggest discontinuity on the line Fast Field Repair 6840 has a modular architecture with modules slotted onto a common mother board In the event of a module failure the instrument can be repaired by module replacement to reduce instrument downtime Following a repair software routines realign the replaced module Future Proof The 6840 series microwave system analyzers have been designed to expand and adapt to changing test requirements A standard instrument has capacity for additional modules As future options are added the flexibility and capability of the 6840 platform will expand This ensures that investment made in the 6840 series today will provide a basis for future test needs For Design Engineers For designers of components and subsystems the 6840 provides a powerful and flexible analysis tool Devices such as filters amplifiers mixers attenuators and oscillators can be characterized with a single test instrument This flexibility reduces design
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