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Table of Contents
Using this Help ..................................................................................... 1
What's New in E5071C .......................................................................... 8
Precautions .......................................................................................... 9
Quick Start ........................................................................................ 21
Measurement ..................................................................................... 69
Measurement with Option .................................................................. 489
Setting Control Functions .................................................................. 717
Product Information .......................................................................... 749
Using Windows ................................................................................. 943
Programming ................................................................................... 958
Controlling Multiport Test Set ........................................................... 2881
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Agilent E5071CENA Network
AnalyzerHelp
The E5071C help system provides an easy access to the informationrelated to the use of Agilent E5071C ENA Network Analyzer.
You can navigate this help system through the navigation tools provided in
the left or you can directly access the chapters:
Precautions Setting ControlFunctions
Quick Start Using Windows
Measurement Programming
Measurement with Options Controlling MultiportTest Set
Specifications Product Information
Using this Help (Read mefirst)
What's New
To understand the conventions and navigation system used in this help
system, refer to Using this Help.
To know about the new features of the E5071C, refer to What's New.
E5071C Firmware Revision A.09.61Help Edition No. 7.5Help Revision Date 10 March, 2011
Copyright 2006-2011 Agilent Technologies
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Using this Help
This help provides the user and programming documentation in ansearchable electronic format for the E5071C Network Analyzer. This section
describes the usage of this help system.
Opening E5071C Help
Closing E5071C Help
Viewing E5071C Help on PC
Context Sensitive Help
Switching between E5071C Help and Measurement View
Navigating E5071C Help
Conventions used in E5071C Help
E5071C Online Help
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Opening E5071C Help
This help system is provided in Microsoft Compressed HTML Help format
(ENA_C_Help.chm). This help can be also be viewed on a normal PC.
To open E5071C help, use either of the following methods:
By pressing the Help key located in the ENTRY Block.
By pressing the F1 key on a keyboard attached with the E5071C.
By double-clicking ENA_C_Help.chm (located in D:\Agilent\Help).
Closing E5071C Help
To close the E5071C help, click , located on the top right of the E5071C
help viewer.
Viewing E5071C Help on your PC
The E5071C help can be opened and viewed on a normal PC. The help file(ENA_C_Help.chm) is located in the E5071C Network Analyzer hard disk atD:\Agilent\Help. Copy it to a local hard disk drive on your PC, then double-
click it to view.
Context Sensitive Help
Context sensitive help is a special feature of the E5071C help in firmwarerevision A.08.0x or later. It allows User to get information about theselected softkey by pressing the Help key in the E5071C or by pressing F1
in a keyboard attached to the E5071C or by clicking the help button in a
dialog box. This special feature is known as context sensitive help as Userreceive information quickly depending upon which area the user is working,
in the firmware of the E5071C. It provides information relevant to the taskthat needs to be accomplished and reduces the time to search relevant
information required to complete a task.
Switching between E5071C Help and Measurement ViewThe Focus Key, located in the Entry Block, can be used to switch between
the E5071C Measurement View and Help View.
Navigating E5071C Help
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The E5071C help system provides several ways to navigate through the
information related to the use of E5071C Network Analyzer. This sectionsdescribes the navigation system of the E5071C help which consists of:
Navigation bar
Quick Access Toolbar
Browse Sequence
Navigation bar
Navigation bar comprises of tabs related to Contents, Index, Search and
Glossary. The Contents tab contains the main navigational structure of the
E5071C help. The Glossary tab contains a text explanation of the termssignificant to the E5071C Network Analyzer. The Index tab is an additional
tool that can be used to navigate different topics according to their
alphabetical listing. The Search tab can be used to search any term/phrasein the E5071C online Help.
Toolbar
The toolbar can be used to navigate through the help. The Home option
can be used to return to the home page of the E5071C help, containingQuick Access to chapters in the help. The Back and Forward option can beused to toggle between visited topics. The Print option can be used to print
the selected, or all topic of the E5071C help.
Browse SequenceThe E5071C help contains pre-defined browse sequence to ease the
navigation and to save time needed to perform some commonly usedprocedures. It also enables users to toggle between steps of the browsesequence.
Quick Access
Quick access, located on the Home Page of the E5071C help, is a
convenient and quick way to access the contents of the E5071C help.
Conventions used in E5071C Help
Naming Conventions Used in this Help
Convention Description Example
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NormalText
Normal text is displayed in Verdana, 12 pt. This is normal text.
File Name/
Path
File names and path associated with them as displayed as Bold inArial with 12 pt size.
C:\Documents andSettings\test.txt
example2.xls
Hard keys Hard Keys (Keys located on the Front panel of E5071C) aredisplayed in Blue color, Bold in Verdana with 12 pt size.
Trace max
Focus
Marker
Softkeys Also knows as menu keys, are the names of menu appearing in theFirmware (Software) of E5071C and are displayed as Bold inArialwith 12 pt size.
Auto Scale All
S22
Target Transition
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Soft Links Soft links displays a Popup window containing detailedinformation about a particular topic. There are two type of Popup:
1. Graphical Popup
Graphical Popup windows can contain graphics as well as text.
2. Text Only Popup
Text only Popup windows can contain only text and are displayedwith a yellow background.
In real images of the E5071C, all the text marking areGraphical Popup links.
Click here to see anexample of a graphicalpopup window.
Click here to see anexample of a text onlypopup window.
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Hard Links Hard links shifts the focus of the active window to display moreinformation about a particular topic.
In real images of the E5071C, all the picture part of thecomponents are Hard links.
BLOCKNames
E5071C Front Panel is divided into 7 blocks. These blocks aredisplayed in ALL CAPS, Green Color, Bold inArial with 12 pt size,
followed by the word 'Block'.
RESPONSE Block
ENTRY Block
STIMULUS Block
Note This Note sign denotes important information. It calls attention to acondition that is essential for the user to understand.
This is a Note.
Caution This Caution sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to aprocedure, practice, or condition that, if not correctly performed oradhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all ofthe instrument.
This is a Caution.
Warning This warning sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to aprocedure, practice, or condition that, if not correctly performed oradhered to, could result in injury or death to personnel.
This is a Warning.
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What's New in E5071C
The E5071C with A.09.61 comes with the following new features:
S6P/S8P are supported.See the revision history for more information.
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Precautions
Precautions
Safety Notices Installing Software Protecting ENA System Before Contacting us
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Safety
Safety Summary
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all
phases of operation, service, and repair of this instrument. Failure to
comply with these precautions or with specific WARNINGS elsewhere in thismanual may impair the protection provided by the equipment. Such
noncompliance would also violate safety standards of design, manufacture,and intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no
liability for the customer's failure to comply with these precautions.
The E5071C complies with INSTALLATION CATEGORY II as wellas POLLUTION DEGREE 2 in IEC61010-1. The E5071C is an
INDOOR USE product.
The LEDs in the E5071C are Class 1 in accordance withIEC60825-1, CLASS 1 LED PRODUCT
Ground the InstrumentTo avoid electric shock, the instrument chassis and cabinet must begrounded with the supplied power cable's grounding prong.
DO NOT Operate in an Explosive AtmosphereDo not operate the instrument in the presence of inflammable gassesor fumes. Operation of any electrical instrument in such an
environment clearly constitutes a safety hazard. Keep Away from Live Circuits
Operators must not remove instrument covers. Component
replacement and internal adjustments must be made by qualifiedmaintenance personnel. Do not replace components with the powercable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltage levelsmay remain even after the power cable has been disconnected. To
avoid injuries, always disconnect the power and discharge circuitsbefore touching them.
DO NOT Service or Adjust the Instrument AloneDo not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person,capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation, is present.
DO NOT Substitute Parts or Modify the InstrumentTo avoid the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install
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substitute parts or perform unauthorized modifications to the
instrument. Return the instrument to an Agilent Technologies Salesand Service Office for service and repair to ensure that safety
features are maintained in operational condition.
Dangerous Procedure WarningsWarnings, such as the example below, precede potentially dangerousprocedures throughout this manual. Instructions contained in the
warnings must be followed.
Dangerous voltage levels, capable of causing death, are presentin this instrument. Use extreme caution when handling, testing,and adjusting this instrument.
Safety Symbols
Instruction Manual symbol: the product is marked with thissymbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to theinstrument manual.
Alternating current.
Direct current.
On (Supply).
Off (Supply).
In-position of push-button switch.
Out-position of push-button switch.
A chassis terminal; a connection to the instrument's chassis,
which includes all exposed metal structure.
Stand-by.
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Notices
The information contained in this document is subject to change without
notice.
This document contains proprietary information that is protected bycopyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be
photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without theprior written consent of Agilent Technologies.
Microsoft,MS-DOS,Windows,Visual C++,Visual Basic,VBA andExcel are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Java is registered trademark of Sun Microsystems Corporation.
Copyright 2002-2010 Agilent Technologies. All rights reserved.
Certification
Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its publishedspecifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Agilent
Technologies further certifies that its calibration measurements are
traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards andTechnology, to the extent allowed by the Institution's calibration facility or
by the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organizationmembers.
Documentation Warranty
The material contained in this document is provided "as is," and is subjectto being changed, without notice, in future editions. Further, to themaximum extent permitted by applicable law, Agilent disclaims all
warranties, either express or implied with regard to this manual and any
information contained herein, including but not limited to the impliedwarranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Agilent
shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequential damages inconnection with the furnishing, use, or performance of this document or
any information contained herein. Should Agilent and the user have a
separate written agreement with warranty terms covering the material inthis document that conflict with these terms, the warranty terms in theseparate agreement will control.
Exclusive Remedies
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The remedies provided herein are Buyer's sole and exclusive remedies.
Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special,incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or
any other legal theory.
Assistance
Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistanceagreements are available for Agilent Technologies products.
For any assistance, contact your nearest Agilent Technologies Sales andService Office.
Sample Program
The customer shall have the personal, non-transferable rights to use, copy,
or modify SAMPLE PROGRAMS in this manual for the customer's internaloperations. The customer shall use the SAMPLE PROGRAMS solely andexclusively for their own purposes and shall not license, lease, market, or
distribute the SAMPLE PROGRAMS or modification of any part thereof.
Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for the quality, performance, orbehavior of the SAMPLE PROGRAMS. Agilent Technologies especially
disclaims any responsibility for the operation of the SAMPLE PROGRAMS tobe uninterrupted or error-free. The SAMPLE PROGRAMS are provided AS
IS.
AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for any infringement of any patent,trademark, copyright, or other proprietary right by the SAMPLE PROGRAMS
or their use. Agilent Technologies does not warrant that the SAMPLE
PROGRAMS are free from infringements of such rights of third parties.However, Agilent Technologies will not knowingly infringe or deliversoftware that infringes the patent, trademark, copyright, or otherproprietary right of a third party.
Useful Sample VBA Library for ENA Series Network Analyzers are available
athttp://www.agilent.com/find/ena_support.
VBA Macro
The customer shall have the personal, non-transferable rights to use, copy,
or modify the VBA macros for the customer's internal operations.
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The customer shall use the VBA macros solely and exclusively for their own
purposes and shall not license, lease, market, or distribute the VBA macrosor modification of any part thereof.
Agilent Technologies shall not be liable for any infringement of any patent,
trademark, copyright, or other proprietary right by the VBA macros or their
use. Agilent Technologies does not warrant that the VBA macros are freefrom infringements of such rights of third parties. However, AgilentTechnologies will not knowingly infringe or deliver software that infringes
the patent, trademark, copyright, or other proprietary right of a thirdparty.
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Installing Software
Updating Pre-Installed Software
Do not update pre-installed software besides Agilent recommends to do so.
Before updating or installing software refer to Windows Support
Information inhttp://www.agilent.com/find/ena_supportfor moreinformation.
Installing User Application Software
Users can install commercial application software for Windows on the
E5071C with their responsibilities. Some application software may affectthe measurement performance, especially measurement speed.
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Protecting ENA System
To protect your ENA, follow the instructions below:
1. Read the warning labels and specifications
Do not exceed the values provided in the specifications guide or as
indicated by the yellow warning labels on the front panel of ENA. Referto the specifications for the conditions required to meet the listedspecifications. There will be information regarding ENA settings, andcalibration requirements.
2. Do NOT Plug off Power Cable during Shutdown Process
Do Not Plug off Power cable until completely completing the shutdown
process.
If you directly interrupt the power supply to the power cable receptaclewhen the power supply is on, or turn off the Line Switch (Always ON),the shutdown process will not work. This could damage the HDD of the
E5071C.
3. Do NOT Modify or Reconfigure the Operating System
The Microsoft Windows operating system has been modified and
optimized by Agilent to improve the performance of the ENA.
Do NOT install a standard version of the Windows operating systemon the ENA.
Do NOT change advanced performance settings or group policies. Do NOT add or delete any hard disk drive partitions on the ENA. Do NOT delete the Agilent user account. Do NOT modify any of the Agilent software registry entries. Do NOT change the settings of Standards and Formats in Regional
Options and Languages from default setting (English).
4. Install Antivirus Protection
The ENA does NOT have antivirus protection when shipped. Use of an
antivirus program is strongly recommended if you connect the ENA tothe LAN (Internet).
In addition, the use of a firewall could help to protect the ENA from
viruses. However, some firewalls could limit DCOM connectivity of theENA.
5. Install Windows Critical Updates
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The ENA is always shipped with the latest service packs and critical
updates that were available at the time when Firmware is updated. Werecommend that you maintain the latest available protection for your
ENA by automatically accepting and installing the latest critical securitypatches from the Microsoft Windows Update website:
http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com6. Run Error Check and Disk Defragmenter
When the ENA is shutdown unexpectedly or power is removed withoutfirst shutting down, large amounts of Hard Disk Drive space is rendered
unusable. If shutdown in this manner enough times, the ENA could
become unstable and no longer work.
This HDD space can be recovered by first running Windows Error-checking to find and correct errors on the disk, and then the Disk
Defragmenter to recover Hard Disk Drive space. See the Windows Helpfile for more information about Disk Defragmenter.
To run error check and defragmenter follow the procedure below:
1. On the desktop, double-click My Computer.2. Select System OS.3. Click File, then Properties.4. Click the Tools tab.
Error-checking
1. Click Check Now.2. Check Automatically fix file system errors.3. Click Start.4. Click Yes to run disk check on next restart.5. Manually restart the ENA. The disk check will run before Windows
restarts.
Periodically, check the second box in addition to the first box. The error-
checking process takes much longer, but performs a complete check.
Defragmentation
1. Click Defragment Now...2. Click Defragment to begin the defragment process.3. Click Close when defragmentation is complete.
7. Precaution for Use of Hard Disk
Do NOT Modify or delete any Files and Folders in Drive other than D and
E: Drive.(These two drives, D and E are available to use as Databackup). Doing so will result in malfunctioning of the device. It is
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required to execute the System recovery if there are any troubles with
the above operations.
For Option 017 users: Do not remove removable hard disk until completely
completing the shutdown process. Do not unlock the removable hard disk key until
completely completing the shutdown process.
8. Precaution for RF input connector and cable
Do not apply DC voltage or current to the test port. Applying DCvoltage or current may lead to device failure. In particular, the
capacitor might remain charged. Connect the measurementsample (DUT) to the test port (or the test fixture, cables, etc.
connected to the test port) after the analyzer has beencompletely discharged. The maximum DC limit of test port is
35V.
Do NOT bend, bump or flex any device under test (DUT) connected tothe input of ENA (such as filters, couplers etc). This will reduce the
amount of strain placed on the input connector and the mountinghardware. Make sure externally connected items are properly
supported (not freely suspended) from the input.
Do NOT bend cables repeatedly, as this may damage the cableinstantly. Limit the number of connections and disconnections toreduce wear. Inspect connectors prior to using; look for dirt, nicks,
and other signs of damage or wear. A bad connector can ruin a goodconnector instantly. Clean dirty connectors to prevent poor electrical
connections and damage to the connector. For more information oncable and connector care, refer towww.agilent.com/find/cable_care
9. Precautions for Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
ESD can damage or destroy electronic components. Whenever possible,conduct testing at a static-safe workstation. Keep static-generating
materials at least one meter away from all components. Beforeconnecting any coaxial cable to an analyzer, momentarily short the
center and outer conductors of the cable together.
10. Maintain working environment conditionControl your environment. Maintain temperature & humidity with a
satisfactory range within the instruments specification and prevent largefluctuations.
11. Precautions for transportation
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Do NOT pick the instrument with your hand over the front panel. If theinstrument slips, damage may occur to the keypad, knob, or inputconnectors. Lift the Instrument by the handles when transporting.
Do NOT use styrene pellets as packaging materials as these may causedamage to ENA by generating static electricity.
12. Check for Proper Ventilation
Periodically check and clean the cooling vents of the ENA. Inadequate
airflow can result in excessive operating temperatures which can leadto instrument failures. When installing the product in a cabinet, the
convection into and out of the instrument must not be restricted.
See the installation guide in detail.
13. Precautions for Proper Grounding
Proper grounding prevents building-up of static charge which may beharmful to ENA.
Do NOT defeat the earth-grounding protection by using an extensioncable, power cable, or autotransformer without a protective ground
conductor.
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Before Contacting us
If you encounter the following problems during startup or operation of the
E5071C, in which initial registration of the Windows Operating System hasbeen properly performed, execute system recovery and update theFirmware revision.
The system starts up, but the normal measurement screen does not appear
The system automatically shuts down immediately after the startup,or the startup process stops.
The measurement screen appears, but "Power on test fail" or"Calibration data lost" is displayed in the instrumentmessage/warning area against a red background in the lower-left
part of the screen. The system enters the service mode. (Theinstrument status bar in the lower-right displays SVC in red).
Unstable Operation
The system hangs up while the instrument is controlled from VBA orexternal PCs.
The blue screen appears and the system hangs up. The response is much slower than usual.
When execution of system recovery does not result in normal operation, afailure may have occurred. Contact Agilent customer contacts.
For other problems, refer to Troubleshooting.
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Quick Start
Quick Start
Quick Start helps you to understand the E5071C operation quickly.
Overview Front Panel Rear Panel Screen Area
Three Methods of Operation Basic Measurement Procedures Measurement Example of a Bandpass Filter
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Overview
Front Panel: Names and Functions of Parts
1. Standby Switch
Used for choosing between power-on ( | ) and standby (O) stateof E5071C.
To turn off the power for the E5071C, be sure to follow the steps described
below:
1. First, press this standby switch or send a shutdown command fromthe external controller to activate the shutdown process (theprocessing of software and hardware necessary to turn off the power
supply). This will put the E5071C into the standby state.
2. Next, if necessary, turn off power supply to the Power CableReceptacle (to LINE) on the rear panel.
Under normal use, never directly interrupt the power supply tothe power cable receptacle on the rear panel when the power
supply is on. Always keep the Line Switch (Always ON) at (|).Never turn it off (O).
If you directly interrupt the power supply to the power cable
receptacle when the power supply is on, or turn off the LineSwitch (Always ON), the shutdown process will not work. This
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could damage the software and hardware of the E5071C and
lead to device failure.
Turning on the power supply after a faulty shutdown may causethe system to start up in a condition called "safe mode." If this
occurs, first shut down the system to put it into the standbystate and then turn on the power supply again to start up thesystem in normal mode.
2. LCD Screen
The E5071C is equipped with a 10.4-inch TFT color, touch-sensitive LCD
screen for displaying traces, scales, settings, softkeys and othermeasurement related information. The touch screen LCD allows you to
manipulate softkeys by touching the LCD screen directly with a finger. Formore on the LCD screen, see Screen Area: Names and Functions of Parts.
Do not press the surface of the LCD screen with a sharp object(e.g., a nail, pen, or screwdriver). Pressing the surface with asharp-pointed object will damage the LCD screen surface or
cause the screen to fail.
Valid pixels are 99.998 % and more. Below 0.002 % of fixedpoints of black, blue, green or red are not regarded as failure.
3. ACTIVE CH/TRACE Block
A group of keys for selecting active channels and traces. For more on theconcepts of channels and traces, see Setting Channels and Traces.
Key
Name
Description
Channel
Next KeySelects the next channel as the active channel. (Each time the key is
pressed causes the active channel to step up from the channel with the
currently designated number to one with a larger channel number). A
channel must be active before you can define such parameters as the sweeprange. To change the settings for a channel, use this key to first make thechannel active.
Channel
Prev KeySelects the previous channel as the active channel. (Each time the key is
pressed causes the active channel to step down from the channel with thecurrently designated number to one with a smaller channel number).
Trace
Next KeySelects the next trace as the active trace. (Each time the key is pressed
causes the active trace to step up from the trace with the currently
designated number to one with a larger channel number.) A trace must beactive before you can define measurement parameters and other settings.To change the settings for a trace, use this key to first make the trace
active.
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Trace
Prev KeySelects the previous trace as the active trace. (Each time the key is pressed
causes the active trace to step down from the trace with the currentlydesignated number to one with a smaller trace number.)
4. RESPONSE Block
A group of keys used mainly for setting up response measurements on theE5071C.
KeyName
Description
Channel
Max KeyChanges between normal and maximum display of the active channel
window. In normal display, all of the defined channel windows (both active
and non-active) are displayed in split views on the screen. In maximum
display, only the active channel window is displayed over the entire area,with non-active windows not displayed. To maximize the active channel,double-click the channel window frame. Measurements are also carried outon the non-active channels that are not displayed.
Meas Key Displays the Measurement Menu on the right side of the screen.
Manipulating the Measurement Menu enables you to specify the
measurement parameters (types of S-parameters) for each trace.
Format
KeyDisplays the Format Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating the
Format Menu enables you to specify the data format (data transformation
and graph formats) for each trace.
Scale Key Displays the Scale Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating the
Scale Menu enables you to specify the scale for displaying a trace
(magnitude per division, value of the reference line, etc.) for each trace. You
can also specify the electrical delay and phase offset for each trace.
Display
KeyDisplays the Display Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating the
Display Menu enables you to specify the number of channels and the
channel window array, the number and arrangement of traces, the setup fordata math, etc.
Avg Key Displays the Average Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating the
Average Menu enables you to define the averaging, smoothing, and IFbandwidth.
Cal Key Displays the Calibration Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulatingthe Calibration Menu enables you to turn the calibration and error correction
on/off and change definitions for calibration kits.
5. STIMULUS Block
A group of keys for defining the stimulus values (signal sources and
triggers).
KeyName
Description
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Start Key Displays the data entry bar for specifying the start value of the sweep range
in the upper part of the screen. (It also displays the Stimulus Menu forspecifying the sweep range on the right side of the screen.)
Stop Key Displays the data entry bar for specifying the stop value of the sweep range
in the upper part of the screen. (It also displays the Stimulus Menu in thesame way as Start Key.)
Center
KeyDisplays the data entry bar for specifying the center value of the sweep
range in the upper part of the screen. (It also displays the Stimulus Menu inthe same way as Start Key.)
Span Key Displays the data entry bar for specifying the span value of the sweep range
in the upper part of the screen. (It also displays the Stimulus Menu in thesame way as Start Key.)
Sweep
Setup KeyDisplays the Sweep Setup Menu on the right side of the screen.
Manipulating the Sweep Setup Menu enables you to specify the signal
source power level, sweep time, number of points, sweep type, etc.
Trigger
KeyDisplays the Trigger Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating the
Trigger Menu enables you to specify the trigger mode and trigger source.You can specify the trigger mode for each channel.
6. Hard Disk Drive (Option 017 User only)
The E5071C comes with a removable hard disk drive. For removal
procedure, see Removing/Mounting Removable Hard Disk.
7. NAVIGATION Block
The keys and knob in the NAVIGATION Block are used to navigate between
softkey menus, tables (limit table, segment table, etc.), or selected(highlighted) areas in a dialog box as well as to change a numeric value inthe data entry area by stepping up or down. When selecting one of two or
more objects (softkey menus, data entry areas, etc.) to manipulate withthe NAVIGATION Block keys displayed on the screen, first press the Focus
key in the ENTRY Block to select the object to be manipulated (placingfocus on the object) and then manipulate the NAVIGATION Block keys
(knob) to move among selected (highlighted) objects or change numeric
values.
The following descriptions show how the NAVIGATION Block keys work both
when the focus is on a softkey menu and when the focus is on the dataentry area. For more on manipulating tables and dialog boxes, refer to the
manipulation procedure for each of these functions.
When the focus is on a softkey menu (softkey menu is selected)
When the focus is placed on a softkey menu (the menu title area in theuppermost part is displayed in blue), the NAVIGATION Block keys work as
described below.
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Key Name Description
Knob(turned clockwise orcounterclockwise)
Moves the softkey selection (highlighted display)up or down.
Keys Moves the softkey selection (highlighted display)up or down.
Key
Displays the softkey menu one layer above.
Key
Displays the softkey menu one layer below.
Knob or Enter key (pressed) Executes the function of the selected softkey.
After pressing the data entry softkey, the focus automatically moves to thedata entry area.
When the focus i s on the data entry area (data entry area is selected)
When the focus is placed on the data entry area (the data entry bar isdisplayed in blue), the NAVIGATION Block keys work as described below.
Key Name Description
Knob
(turned clockwise orcounterclockwise)
Increases or decreases the numeric value in the dataentry area in small steps.
Keys Increases or decreases the numeric value in the dataentry area in large steps.
Keys
Moves the cursor (|) in the data entry area laterally back
and forth. Use it together with the ENTRY Block keys tochange data one character at a time.
Knob or Enterkey
(pressed)
Finishes the entry in the data entry area and moves thefocus to the softkey menu.
8. ENTRY BlockA group of keys used for entering numeric data is provided on the frontpanel of the E5071C.
Key Name Description
0, 1, 2, 3 .....9 , .
Keys
Type numeric characters or a decimal point at the position of the
cursor in the data entry area.
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(numerickeys)
+/- & Key +/- alternately changes the sign (+, - ) of a numeric value in the data
entry area. is the backspace key.
+/- key works only when there are no numerical values in the entryarea. When a numerical character is entered in the entry area, the
+/- key transforms into ( ) backspace key.
G/n, M/u,k/m, x1
Keys
Adds a prefix to the numeric data typed by using the numeric key and+/- key and then enters that data. One of the two prefixes written on
the surface of the key is automatically selected depending on theparameter to be entered. x1 is entered without a prefix.
SoftkeyOn/Off ,Entry Off
Key
Turns off the data entry bar if it is displayed. If the dialog box is
displayed, cancels the entry and closes the dialog box. If the data
entry bar and dialog box are not displayed, turns the softkey menudisplay on/off.
Help Key Displays online help for E5071C.
Focus Key Changes the selection (focus) among the objects to be manipulatedby the NAVIGATION Block keys and ENTRY Block keys. The objects tobe manipulated by the NAVIGATION Block keys and ENTRY Block keys
include softkey menus, data entry areas, tables (e.g., segmenttables, limit tables, and marker tables), and dialog boxes. When twoor more of these are displayed on the screen and need selecting, use
this key to change the selection (focus) among the objects to bemanipulated. When a softkey menu is selected, the menu name areaat the top of the menu is displayed in blue. When a data entry area is
selected, the data entry bar is displayed in blue. When a table isselected, the frame of the table window is displayed in light gray.While a dialog box is displayed, the focus is fixed on the dialog boxand cannot be changed.
9. INSTR STATE Block
A group of keys related to the macro function, store and call function,
control/management function, and the presetting of the E5071C (returningit to the preset state).
Key Name Description
Macro SetupKey
Displays the Macro Setup Menu on the right side of the screen.Manipulating the Macro Setup Menu enables you to start up theVBA editor or to create, call, or store a VBA project.
Macro Run Key Executes a VBA procedure called "main" that has a VBA modulenamed Module1.
Macro Break Stops the VBA procedure being executed.
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Key
Save/Recall Key Displays the Save/Recall Menu on the right side of the screen.
Manipulating the Save/Recall Menu enables you to store the setup
conditions to or read from the storage devices, calibration data,and trace data of the analyzer.
Capture/System
KeyFirst, temporarily saves the data for the image displayed on the
LCD screen the moment this key is pressed to the internalmemory (clipboard). Immediately after that, displays the System
Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating the SystemMenu enables you to define the setup for the limit test and then
execute it or to define the setup for the control and managementof the analyzer. Using the Dump Screen Image option enables you
to store the image data in the clipboard to a file on the storagedevices. Also, using the Print option in the System menu enables
you to print the image data in the clipboard to a printer.
Preset Key Displays the Preset Menu on the right side of the screen. ClickingOK in the Preset Menu enables you to return the analyzer to the
initial setup state, called the preset setup.
10. MKR/ANALYSIS Block
A group of keys used for analyzing the measurement results by using themarkers, fixture simulator, etc. For more on the functions of the keys inthe MKR/ANALYSIS Block, see Overview of Functions.
Key
Name
Description
Marker
Key Displays the Marker Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating theMarker Menu enables you to turn the markers on/off and move them by
entering stimulus values. You can place up to 10 markers on each trace.
MarkerSearch
Key
Displays the Marker Search Menu on the right side of the screen.
Manipulating the Marker Search Menu enables you to move a marker to aspecific point (maximum, minimum, peak, and a point with a target value)
on a trace. You can also find the bandwidth parameters (up to six) anddisplay them.
Marker
Fctn KeyDisplays the Marker Function Menu on the right side of the screen.
Manipulating the Marker Function Menu enables you to not only specify themarker sweep range and the coupling of markers on a channel but also to
display statistics data on traces.
Analysis
KeyDisplays the Analysis Menu on the right side of the screen. Manipulating the
Analysis Menu enables you to use the analytical function called the fixturesimulator.
11. Test Port
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The port to which the DUT is connected. Number of ports depends on the
option. While signals are being output from a test port, the yellow LEDabove the test port is lit.
Test Port for options 2D5, 4D5, 2K5 and 4K5
Options Connector type
230, 430, 235, 435, 240, 440, 245, 445, 260,460, 265, 465, 280, 480, 285, 485
50 ohm, N-type,female
2D5, 4D5, 2K5 and 4K5 50 ohm, 3.5 mm,male
Do not apply DC voltage or current to the test port. Applying DCvoltage or current may lead to device failure. In particular, thecapacitor might remain charged. Connect the measurement sample
(DUT) to the test port (or the test fixture, cables, etc. connected tothe test port) after the analyzer has been completely discharged.
The maximum DC limit of test port is 35V.
The test ports comply with Installation Category I of IEC 61010-1.
12. Front USB Port
Two USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are provided that can be used for
connecting to ECal (Electronic Calibration) module, USB, Multiport test setor a printer. Connecting a designated ECal module to this port enables ECalmeasurements to be taken. Connecting a compatible printer to this port
enables screen information on the E5071C to be printed. For more onexecuting ECal measurements, see Calibration, and for printing, see
Printing Displayed Screen.
The specifications of this port are identical to those of the Rear USBport.
13. Ground Terminal
Connected to the chassis of the E5071C, a ground terminal is provided with
the E5071C. You can connect a banana-type plug to this terminal for
grounding.
14. Probe Power
The E5071C comes with two ports that can be used to provide power to
external probes. See the Data sheet for the voltage and maximum current.
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Rear Panel: Names and Functions of Parts
1. Handler I/O Port
The terminal to which an automatic machine (handler) used on a
production line is connected. See Handler I/O Port.
Connector type: 36-pin Ribbon (Centronics) connector
2. Ethernet Port
A terminal for connecting the E5071C to a LAN (Local Area Network).Connecting this instrument to a LAN enables you to access the hard disk
drive of this instrument from an external PC or to control this instrument
by using SICL-LAN or telnet.
Specification Value
Connectortype
8-pin RJ-45 connector
Base standard 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet (automatic data rateselection)
3. External Monitor Output Port (Video)
A terminal to which an external color monitor (display device) can be
connected. By connecting a color monitor to this terminal, the sameinformation shown on the LCD screen of the main body can be displayed
on an external color monitor.
Connector type: 15-pin VGA connector, female
4. GPIB Connector
The connection of an external controller through General Purpose Interface
Bus (GPIB) connector allows you to configure an automatic measurement
system.
This GPIB connector is used only for controlling the E5071C from an
external controller. Use USB/GPIB interface to control other devices fromthe E5071C. You cannot control other devices from the E5071C throughthis GPIB connector.
5. External Trigger Input Port (Ext Trig)
A connector to which external trigger signals are input. This connector
detects the downward transition from the HIGH state in TTL signals as the
trigger signal. To use this connector to generate a trigger, you must set
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the trigger source to the "external" side (key operation: Trigger> Trigger
Source > External).
Connector type: BNC connector, female
6. Fan
The cooling fan for controlling the temperature inside the E5071C. This fanexhausts heated air from inside the analyzer to the outside.
7. Line Switch (Always ON)
Always keep this switch on (|).
Do not use this switch to turn off (O) the mains. Doing so may causethe analyzer to fail. For more information, see the description of theStandby Switch.
8. Power Cable Receptacle (to LINE)
The receptacle (outlet) to which the power cable is connected.
To connect the device to a power source (outlet), use the suppliedthree-prong power cable with a ground conductor. The plug attached
to the power cable (on the power outlet side or device side of the
cable) serves as the disconnecting device (device that cuts off powersupply) of the E5071C. When the power supply must be cut off to
avoid such danger as electric shock, pull out the power cable plug (onthe power outlet side or device side of the cable). For the procedure
for turning off the mains in normal use, see the description in StandbySwitch.
For more on the power supply, see the Installation Guide.
9. High Stability Frequency Reference Output Port (Ref Oven, Option 1E5only)
When Option 1E5 (high stability frequency reference) is installed, the
reference signal is output from this connector.
Specification Value
Connector type BNC connector, female
Output signal (Typical) 10 MHz 1 ppm, 0 dBm minimum
When Option 1E5 (high stability frequency reference) is installed,connect this connector to the External Reference Signal Input
Connector (Ref In) by using the BNC(m)-BNC(m) cable included withthe option.
10. External Reference Signal Input Port (Ref In)
The reference signal input connector for phase-locking the measurementsignal from the E5071C to the external frequency reference signal.
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Inputting the reference signal to this connector improves the accuracy and
frequency stability of the measurement signal from the E5071C.
Specification Value
Connector type BNC connector, female
Input signal (Typical) 10 MHz 10 ppm, -3 dBm to +10 dBm
When the frequency reference signal is input to this connector, themeasurement signal from the E5071C is automatically phase-locked to
the reference signal. When an input signal is not present, thefrequency reference signal inside the E5071C is automatically used.
The ExtRef on the instrument status bar is displayed in blue when thesystem is phase-locked to the external reference signal and in graywhen not phase-locked.
When using Option 1E5 (high stability frequency reference), connectthis connector to the High Stability Frequency Reference Output
Connector (Ref Oven, Option 1E5 only) by using the BNC(m)-BNC(m)cable included with the option.
11. Internal Reference Signal Output Port (Ref Out)
A connector for outputting the internal frequency reference signal from the
E5071C. By connecting this output connector to the external referencesignal input connector of another device, the device can be phase-locked tothe internal reference signal of the E5071C and used under this condition.
Specification Value
Connector type BNC connector, female
Output signal (Typical) 10 MHz 5 ppm, 0 dBm 3 dBm
Output impedance (Typical) 50 ohm
12. Serial Number Plate
The label showing the product number, serial number and the installedoption number. The accessary and system rack options are not listed on
this label. (CFGxxx or ATOxxx in the first line is for Agilent Use Only.)
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13. Certificate of Authenticity Label
The label showing the information of the "Certificate of Authenticity."
14. Rear USB Port
Four USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are provided that can be used for
connecting to ECal (Electronic Calibration) module, USB, Multiport test set
or a printer. Connecting a designated ECal module to this port enables ECalmeasurements to be taken. Connecting a compatible printer to this port
enables screen information on the E5071C to be printed. The specifications of this port are identical to the Front USB Port.
15. Reserved Port (Reserved)
These ports are not available for use (reserved ports).
16. Reserved Port (Reserved)
This port is not available for use (reserved port).
17. Mini-DIN Keyboard Port
A port to which a mini-DIN type keyboard is connected. The keyboard can
be used to edit VBA programs inside the E5071C or to enter file names.Since the arrow keys and numeric keys on the keyboard work in the sameway as the arrow keys and numeric keys on the front panel of the E5071C,
you can use it instead of front panel operation.
Though E5071C comes with a Mini-DIN Keyboard port, use of a USBKeyboard is recommended.
18. Mini-DIN Mouse Port
The port to which a mini-DIN type mouse is connected. Using a mouseenables you to more efficiently perform the operations of menu bars,softkeys, and dialog boxes as well as selecting an active channelor an
active trace. The mouse also enables you to move a marker or the scalereference line by using drag-and-drop operations.
Though E5071C comes with a Mini-DIN Mouse port, use of a USBMouse is recommended.
19. USB (USBTMC) Interface Port
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Through this port, you can control the E5071C from external controllers.
For more information on the measurement system using the USB port, seethe USB Remote Control System.
Specification Value
Connector type Universal serial bus (USB) jack, type B (4 contact positions),Female
Compliance
Standards
USBTMC-USB488 and USB2.0
20. External Trigger Output Port
The External Trigger Output Port can output the pulse with the specifiedpolarity either before or after the measurement of each point.
The External Trigger Output Port can safely handle a maximumOutput Current of 50mA.
Symbol Parameter Typical Value Unit Condition
Pulse Width 1 sec
VOH HIGH Level Output Voltage 5 Volt Iout=-50A
VOL LOW Level Output Voltage 0 Volt Iout=50A
21. Bias Input Ports
This BNC female connector allows external bias to be applied at the test
ports.
Do not apply DC voltage exceeding 35 Volt. Bias Input Port is an optional component of E5071C. Valid for
options: 235, 435, 285, 485.
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22. Fuse for Bias Input Ports
Fuse for Bias Input Ports is an optional component of E5071C. Valid for
options: 235, 435, 285, 485. The fuse holder has been changed. Thecurrent fuse case has the black color. There is no functional differences.
Fuse holder in Black color
Specification Description
Fuse Rating 0.5A/125V
Part Number 2110-0046
23. Aux Input Ports
The Aux Input Ports are used to input DC signal for DC signal
measurement.
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Screen Area
Screen Area: Names and Functions of Parts
Channel Window
Windows for displaying traces. Because a channel corresponds to a
window, it is called a channel window. When the outer frame of a channelwindow is displayed in light gray, the channel is the active channel (thechannel for which setup is being performed). In the following figure,
Channel 1 (the upper window) is the active channel. To make a channelactive, use Channel Next or Channel Previous key. Clicking inside a channel
window will also make the channel active.
Channel 1 Window and Channel 2 Window describes differentmeasurement parameters available in the channel measurement
window. The measurement parameters described in the Channel1 and 2 Window correspond to the same channel measurement
window and are displayed in separate windows for ease of read.
Channel 1 Window
Channel 2 Window
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5-1. Channel Title Bar
You can assign a title to each channel and have the title displayed on thebar. For more on setting up a channel title bar, see Labeling a window.
5-2. Trace Name/Measurement Parameter
The names of the traces (Tr1 through Tr9)on the channel and their
measurement parameters are displayed here. to the right of the tracename indicates the active trace (the trace for which setup is beingperformed). To make a trace active, use Trace Next Key or Trace Prev Key.
Clicking the line where the trace name is placed (the mouse pointer
changes from to ) also makes a trace active.
5-3. Data Format
The data format of each trace is displayed here. For more on setting up
data formats, see Selecting a Data Format.
5-4. Scale Settings
The scale setting for each trace is displayed here. This example shows that
"10.00dB/" corresponds to 10 dB per division. "Ref 0.000dB" shows thatthe value of the reference line is 0 dB. For more on setting scales, see
Setting the Scales.
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5-5. Trace Status Area
The setup for each trace is displayed here.
Trace status display
Classification Contentsinside [ ]
Meaning
Error correction
(In the option TDR,this informationshould be ignored.)
RO Error correction: ON(OPEN (n) responsecalibration)
RS Error correction: ON(SHORT (n) responsecalibration)
RT Error correction: ON
(THRU (n) response
calibration)
ER Error correction: ON(Enhanced responsecalibration)
F1 Error correction: ON (1-port calibration )
F2 Error correction: ON (Full2-port calibration / 2-portTRL calibration)
F3 Error correction: ON (Full3-port calibration / 3-portTRL calibration)
F4 Error correction: ON (Full4-port calibration / 4-portTRL calibration)
Turning on/offtraces
Nothing Data trace: ON, Memorytrace: OFF
M Data trace: OFF, Memorytrace: ON
D&M Data trace: ON, Memorytrace: ON
of f Data trace: OFF, Memorytrace: OFF
Performing datamath
D+M (D+M&M) Execution of Data+Memmath
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When a memory
trace is ON, see thecontents inside ()
D-M (D-M&M) Execution of Data- Memmath
D*M (D*M&M) Execution of Data*Memmath
D/M (D/M&M) Execution of Data/Memmath
Electrical delay Del A numeric value otherthan 0 (zero) is specifiedas the electrical delay orphase offset.
Smoothing Smo Smoothing: ON
Gating Gat Gating: ON
Parameter
conversion
Zr Conversion: ON
(Impedance: Reflectionmeasurement)
Zt Conversion: ON(Impedance:Transmissionmeasurement)
Ztsh Conversion: ON(Impedance:Transmission-Shuntmeasurement)
Yr Conversion: ON
(Admittance: Reflectionmeasurement)
Yt Conversion: ON(Admittance:Transmissionmeasurement)
Ytsh Conversion: ON
(Admittance:Transmission-Shuntmeasurement)
1/S Conversion: ON (InverseS-parameter)
Conj Conversion: ON(Conjugation)
Power correction PC Error correction: ON(Power calibration)
Receiver correction RC Error correction: ON
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(Receiver calibration)
Scalar-mixercorrection
Cor Error correction: ON(Scalar-mixer calibration)
Equation Editor Equ Equation Editor: ON
5-6. Reference Line Indicators
The indicators that indicate the position of the reference line for the Y-axis
scale in the rectangular display format. One indicator is to the right andthe other is to the left of the scale ( and ). To enter a numeric value for
the position of the reference line, open the data entry bar using the keys:Scale > Reference Position. You can also move the position of the reference
line by placing the mouse pointer on either of the two reference line
indicators (the pointer changes from to .), moving the indicator
vertically with the left mouse button kept pressed, and then releasing thebutton at the desired location (i.e., a drag-and-drop operation).
5-7. Trace Number
In the rectangular display format, the trace number is displayed in thesame color as the trace at the right end of each trace.
5-8. Properties
Displays the following properties.
Property Name Description
Calibration Property Displays the status of the obtained calibration coefficients
on the channel. For details, see Acquisition status of
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calibration coefficient for each channel.
E5091A Property Displays the assignment information of the test ports on
the channel. For details, see Displaying the multiport testset properties.
Balanced MeasurementTopology Property
Displays the topology for balanced measurement on thechannel. For details, see Checking device type and portassignment.
5-9. Channel Status Bar
The status of each channel is displayed here (see parts 5-10 through 5-
16).
5-10. Channel Measurement Status
Displays the update status of traces on the channel.
! Measurement in progress. When the sweep time exceeds 1.5 seconds, is displayed at the point on the trace.
# Invalid traces. The measurement conditions have changed, but the traces
on the channel currently displayed have not been updated to match thenew conditions.
(Nodisplay)
The measurement has not been executed.
5-11. Error Correction Status
Displays the execution status of error correction on the channel. For
details, see Execution status of error correction for each channel.
5-12. Power Calibration Status
Displays the execution status of power level error correction on thechannel. For details, see Turning Power Level Error Correction ON/OFF.
5-13. Port Extension Status
Shows whether the port extension is turned ON or OFF.
PExt (displayed in blue) Port extension: ON
(not displayed) Port extension: OFF
5-14. Fixture Simulator Status
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Shows whether the fixture simulator is turned ON or OFF.
Sim (displayed in blue) Fixture simulator: ON
(not displayed) Fixture simulator: OFF
5-15. Averaging Status
Displays the averaging factor and averaging count when averaging is
turned on.
n/m (displayed in blue) Averaging: ON(m: averaging factor; n: averaging count)
(not displayed) Averaging: OFF
5-16. Sweep Range
Indicates the sweep range by using the start/stop or center/span.
5-17. IF Bandwidth/CW Frequency
Indicates the IF bandwidth when the sweep type is linear/log frequency or
the CW frequency when the sweep type is power.
5-18. Channel Number
Indicates the channel number.
5-19. Graticule Labels
Y-axis divisions in the rectangular display format. When traces in therectangular display format are overlaid, the Y-axis divisions for the activetrace are displayed. The value of the reference line (the division line
between and ) is entered numerically by opening the data entry barusing the keys: Scale Key + Reference Value. You can change values of
the reference line at one-division intervals by placing the mouse pointer in
the area of the graticule label (the pointer changes from to ), moving
the pointer vertically with the left mouse button pressed, and thenreleasing the button at the desired location.
5-20. Bandwidth Parameters
Turning on the bandwidth search function displays the bandwidthparameters here. For more on the bandwidth search function, seeDetermining the Bandwidth of the Trace (Bandwidth Search).
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5-21. Marker Numbers
The marker values are displayed in a list at positions 5-21, 5-22, and 5-23.Position 5-21 displays the marker numbers. For the active marker(the one
for which setup and analysis are being performed), > is displayed to the left
of the marker number. For the reference marker, is displayed insteadof the marker number.
5-22. Marker Stimulus Values
The marker stimulus value for each marker (the frequency/power level atthe marker point) is displayed here.
5-23. Marker Response Values
The marker response value for each marker (the measurement value at
the marker point) is displayed here. Two (or three) response values aredisplayed for data in Smith chart or polar display format.
5-24. Markers
The markers used for reading values on a trace. Up to 10 markers can bedisplayed for each trace.
Active marker (the one for which setup and analysis are beingperformed)
Non-active marker
Here, "n" denotes a marker number. For the reference marker, however,nothing is displayed at the location of n. Clicking the marker or one of the
Marker Indicatorsmakes the marker active.
5-25. Marker I ndicators
Indicates the positions of markers on the stimulus axis.
Active marker indicator
Non-active marker indicator
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You can also move a marker to the desired position by placing the mouse
pointer on the marker indicator or position of the marker itself (the pointer
changes from to ), moving the indicator vertically with the left
mouse button pressed, and then releasing the button at the desired
location.5-26. Statistics Data
Turning on the statistics data function displays statistics data here. For
more on the statistics data function, see Determining the Mean, StandardDeviation, and p-p of the Trace
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Data Entry Bar
Used to enter numeric data into the E5071C. Press a hardkey or softkey to
enter data, and the data entry bar will appear at the top of the screen. Toassign a title to a channel window, an entry bar that allows you to enter
letters and symbols by using the front panel keys or mouse is displayed
instead.
Data entry bar
To manipulate the data entry bar by using the front panel keys,the data entry bar must be selected as the object to manipulate(with the focus placed on it). When the focus is placed on the
data entry bar, the entire bar is displayed in blue. Pressing orclicking Focus Key in the ENTRY Block enables you to move the
focus to the desired object.
2-1. Parameter Name
Displays the name of the parameter for which data will be entered.
2-2. Data Entry Area
When the data entry bar is displayed for the first time, the current settingsare displayed on it. You can change numeric values by typing from the
keyboard or in the ENTRY block on the front panel.
You can hide the frequency information in order to ensure itsconfidentiality or for other reasons. For detailed information, see Hiding
Softkey's Frequency Information.
2-3. Step Button (Small)
Increases or decreases the numeric value in the data entry area in smallsteps. Use the mouse to manipulate this button.
2-4. Step Button (L arge)
Increases or decreases the numeric value in the data entry area in largesteps. Use the mouse to manipulate this button.
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2-5. Enter Button
After typing numeric values in the data entry area by using the keyboardor the numeric keys in the ENTRY Block on the front panel, press this
button to finish the entry. Use the mouse to manipulate this button.
2-6. Close Button
Closes the data entry area (turns off the display). Use mouse tomanipulate this button.
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Instrument Status Bar
The instrument status bar displays the status of the entire instrument.
4-1. Instrument Message/Warning
Displays instrument messages and warnings. Instrument messages aredisplayed in gray and warnings in red. For the meanings of the instrumentmessages and warnings, see Troubleshooting.
4-2. Display Update OFF Indicator
When updating of information displayed on the LCD screen is turned off,
this indicator is displayed.
4-3. RF Output OFF I ndicator
When RF signal output is turned off, this indicator is displayed.
4-4. Measurement Status
Displays the measurement status of the E5071C.
Value Description
Setup Setup for measurement in progress
Hold Measurement on hold (idling)
Init Measurement being initialized
Man The trigger source is set to "Manual" and waiting for trigger.
Ext The trigger source is set to "External" and waiting for trigger.
Bus The trigger source is set to "Bus" and waiting for trigger.
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Meas A measurement is in progress.
4-5. VBA Status
Displays the state of the execution of the VBA program in the E5071C.
Value Description
Run A VBA program is currently running.
Stop A VBA program has stopped.
4-6. External Reference Signal Phase Lock
When the frequency reference signal is input to the External ReferenceSignal Input Connector (Ref In) on the rear panel and the measurement
signal of the E5071C is phase-locked to the reference signal, ExtRefisdisplayed in blue.
Value Description
ExtRef (displayed in
blue)
Measurement signal is phase-locked to the external
reference signal.
ExtRef (displayed ingray)
Measurement signal is not phase-locked to the externalreference signal.
Even when the High Stability Frequency Reference Output Connector(Ref Oven, Option 1E5 only) and External Reference Signal Input
Connector (Ref In) are connected, phase-locking may not occurimmediately after power-on in a low-temperature environment. (The
"ExtRef" display remains gray, not blue.) In such a case, wait a fewminutes until the instrument has warmed up and the "ExtRef" displayturns blue.
4-7. Service Mode
Indicates the service mode status.
Value Description
SVC
(displayed inblue)
The E5071C is in one of the following mode.
Service mode, which is used for self-diagnosis 8 term calibration mode Advanced Mode in TDR
Measurement performance will not be guaranteed according to thespecifications. If, under normal use, the system remains in the
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service mode and does not return to normal operating mode, there isa possibility that the instrument is out of order.
SVC
(displayed inred)
An abnormal condition has been detected inside the E5071C. The unit
may be damaged. Notify the Customer Contact listed at the end ofthis manual or the distributor from whom the unit was purchased.
SVC
(displayed ingray)
The E5071C is in normal mode.
4-8. Date and Time
Displays the date and time generated by the internal clock. The displayformat is as follows:
YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM
Where:
YYYY: Year (AD)
MM: Month
DD: DayHH: MM: Time (0:00 to 23:59)
You can turn the date and time display on/off by: System > MiscSetup > Clock Setup > Show Clock.
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Menu Bar
By using the mouse and keyboard to manipulate the menu bar, you can
perform interface operations that are equivalent to those of the keys in theACTIVECH/TRACE Block, RESPONSE Block, STIMULUS Block,
MKR/ANALYSIS Block, and INSTR STATE Block on the front panel of the
E5071C. The menus on the menu bar correspond to the key blocks, andtheir submenus to the hardkeys inside the key blocks.
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Softkey Menu Bar
A group of keys on the screen called by the softkeys and menu bars. Youcan manipulate these keys by using the NAVIGATION Block keys on the
front panel, the mouse, or the keyboard. You can perform manipulations
by directly touching the screen with your finger instead of using a mouse.
Softkey Menu Bar
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To manipulate a menu bar, it has to be selected as the object tomanipulate (with the focus placed on it). When the focus isplaced on a menu bar, the menu title area at the top isdisplayed in blue. Pressing or clicking on Focus Key in the
ENTRY Block enables you to move the focus to the desired
object.
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3-1. Softkey Menu Title
The title of the softkey menu is displayed here. Double-clicking on this partof the menu bar displays the top layer of softkeys.
3-2. Scroll Arrow (Large)
When the softkeys in a menu overflow the screen, using this key enablesyou to scroll the menu page by page. Both upward and downward scroll
arrows are available. Use the mouse to manipulate these buttons.
3-3. Softkeys
These are the actual keys you would use to perform setup. A displayed tothe right of a softkey indicates that pressing that softkey will display the
lower layer of softkeys.
3-4. Highlighted Softkey
Pressing and Enterkey on the front panel or pressing Enterkey on the
keyboard causes the highlighted (selected) softkey to be executed. You
can change which softkey in the menu is highlighted by turning or
pressing on the front panel or by pressing on the keyboard.
Pressing the key on the front panel or the key on the keyboard brings
up the upper level softkey menu, and pressing the key on the front
panel or the key on the keyboard brings up the lower level softkey
menu.
3-5. Selection Mark
Shows which softkey function is currently selected.
3-6. Softkey Status Display
Displays a softkey's setup status.
You can hide the frequency information in order to ensure its
confidentiality or for other reasons. See Hiding Softkey's Frequency
Information.
3-7. Scroll Bar
When the softkeys in a menu overflow the screen, clicking on the blank
part of the scroll bar enables you to scroll the softkey menu up or down.
3-8. Scroll Box
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You can scroll the softkey menu up or down by using the mouse to select
and drag the scroll box (pressing the button on the object to be moved andthen releasing the button at the desired location). The length and position
of the scroll box indicate the length and position of the currently displayedpart of the softkey menu relative to the entire menu.
3-9. Scroll Arrow (Small)
Using this button, you can scroll the menu one softkey at a time. Bothupward and downward scroll arrows are available. Use the mouse to
manipulate these buttons.
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Three Methods of Operation
You can operate the E5071C using one of three operating methods: using
keys on the front panel, using a mouse and keyboard, and using the touch
screen. This section illustrates these three operating methods through theexample in which the channel window layout is set to the four-channeldisplay as shown in the following figure.
In the next section and those following it, a series of operations is
expressed as follows:
Display > Allocate Traces >
Four- Trace Display
Operating Method Using Keys
1. Press the DISPLAY key in the RESPONSE Block.
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2. Press or key to move the cursor to theAllocate Traces, thenpress Enteror ( ) key.
3. Press or key to move the cursor to , thenpress Enterkey.
Operation Method Using a Mouse
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1. From the Response menu, press Display key.
2. ClickAllocate Traces.
3. ClickOperation Method Using the Touch Screen
1. Press Display key after presetting the E5071C (Executing Preset key).
2. Click/Press Allocate Traces.3. Click/Press any desired setting.
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Basic Measurement Procedures
To better understanding how to use the E5071C, this section describes the
basic measurement procedure using the E5071C and presents an exampleof the transmission measurement of a bandpass filter.
Basic Measurement Flow
1. Determining measurement conditions
Presetting the E5071C Select:
S-parameter Data format Frequency range Number of measurement points Power level IF bandwidth
2. Calibration
Specify calibration kit Select calibration type Measure calibration data Make error correction ON Save calibartion data
3. Connecting the Device Under Test (DUT)
Connect DUT Adjust the scale
4. Analyzing measurement results
Analysis using markers5. Outputting measurement results
Store measurement file to a disk
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Measurement Example of a Bandpass Filter
This section describes how to measure the transmission characteristics of a
947.5 MHz bandpass filter. The measurement conditions for thismeasurement example are those suitable for a 947.5 MHz bandpass filter.To measure another device under test (DUT), change the measurement
conditions to suit the particular DUT.
STEP 1. Determining Measurement Conditions
1. Preset the E5071C.Preset > OK
2. Set the S-parameter to S21.Meas > S21
3. When measuring the reverse transmission characteristics, setthe S-parameter to S12.
3. Set the data format to the log magnitude formatFormat > Log Mag
4.Set the center frequency to the bandpass filter center frequency.Next, specify the span frequency, which is set to 200 MHz in this
measurement example.
Center> 9 > 4 > 7 >. 5 > M/mSpan > 2 > 0 > 0 > M/m
3. When entering the frequency unit using the keyboard, type "G"for GHz, "M" for MHz, and "k" for kHz.
5. Specify the number of measurement points per sweep. The numberof measurement points in this measurement example is set to 401.
Sweep Setup > Points > 4 > 0 > 1 > x1
6. Specify the power level of the signal source. The power level in thismeasurement example is set to -10 dBm.
Sweep Setup > Power> +/- > 1 > 0 > x1
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7. Specify the IF bandwidth of the receiver as necessary. In thismeasurement example, the IF bandwidth is set to 10 kHz because ofthe need to lower the noise floor.
Avg > IF Bandwidth > 1 > 0 > k/m
STEP 2. Calibration
To turn the error correction ON, set the calibration type to the full 2-port
calibration and measure the calibration data.
For details about calibration, see Calibration.
1. Select the calibration kit suitable for the measurement cable. In thismeasurement example, Calibration Kit 85032F is selected.
Cal > Cal Kit > 85032F
2. Set the calibration type to the full 2-port calibration using the testport 1 and 2.
Cal > Calibrate > 2-Port Cal > Select Ports - 1-2
3. Connect the OPEN standard (included in the calibration kit) to theother end of the measurement cable that is connected to the testport 1 as shown in the following figure, and measure the open
calibration data at the test port 1. After measuring the open
calibration data, a checkmark is displayed to the left of the Port 1Open menu.
Cal > Calibrate > 2-Port Cal > Reflection > Port1 Open
In the same way, measure the calibration data for the SHORT/LOAD
standards at the test port 1.
Connecting the OPEN/ SHORT/ LOAD standards
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4. In the same way as described above, measure the calibration datafor the OPEN/SHORT/LOAD standards at the test port 2.
5. Connect the THRU standard (included in the calibration kit) betweenthe measurement cables as shown in the figure below , and measurethe thru calibration data. After measuring the thru calibration data, a
checkmark appears is displayed to the left of the Port 1-2 Thru
button.Cal > Calibrate > 2-Port Cal > Transmission > Port 1-2 Thru
Connecting the THRU standard
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6. Make the full 2-port calibration measurement DONE. The calibrationfactor is calculated based on the calibration data acquired, and theerror correction is turned ON.
Cal > Calibrate > 2-Port Cal > Done
7. Select the type in which the data is to be saved before saving thecalibration factor (calculated based on the calibration data).
Save/Recall > Save Type > State & Cal8. Store the calibration file to the disk of the E5071C. The symbol "X"
appearing in the operations below represent the assigned numbers to
be used when the file is saved.
Save/Recall > Save State > State 0X
STEP 3. Connecting the Device Under Test (DUT)
1. Connect to the DUT to the E5071C. (See the below figure)Connecting the DUT
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2. Set the appropriate scale by executing the auto scale. (See the belowfigure)
Scale > Auto Scale
You can also adjust the scale by entering arbitrary values in theScale/Div button, Reference Position button, and Reference Value.
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S21 trace after executing the auto scale
STEP 4. Analyzing Measurement Results
This section describes how to use the marker function to read out
important parameters for the transmission measurement of thebandpassfilter (insertion loss, -3 dB bandwidth).
Measuring the Insertion Loss
1. Display a marker.Marker> Marker 1
2. Using one of the following methods, move the marker to the centerfrequency of the bandpass filter.
On the entry bar, press 9> 4 > 7 > . > 5 > M/m Turn the rotary knob on the front panel to set it to the center
frequency (947.5 MHz).
3. Read the marker value displayed as shown in the figure below. Inthis example, the response value denotes the insertion loss.
Measuring an I nsertion Loss
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Measuring the -3 dB Bandwidth
Using the marker bandwidth search function, the bandwidth, centerfrequency between two cutoff frequency points, Q value, and insertion lossare all read out. These parameters are described in the following table.
If the two cutoff frequency points are not found, all data itemsexcept the insertion loss revert to zero.
Parameter Description
BW (Bandwidth) Stimulus width between two cutoff frequencypoints (low and high)
cent (Center Frequency) Center point between cutoff frequency points(low and high)
low (Left-side CutoffFrequency)
The lower frequency of the two cutoff frequencypoints
high (Right-side Cutoff The higher frequency of the two cutoff
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Frequency) frequency points
Q (Q Value) Q = cent/BW
loss (Insertion Loss) The measurement value of the active marker.
1. Display a marker.Marker> Marker 1
2. Using one of the following methods, move the marker to the centerfrequency of the bandpass filter.
On the entry bar, press 9 > 4 > 7 > . > 5 > M/m Turn the rotary knob on the front panel to set it to the center
frequency (947.5 MHz).
3. Specify the bandwidth definition value that defines the pass band ofthe filter. In this measurement example, it is set to -3 dB.
Marker Search > Bandwidth Value > +/- > 3 > x 1
4. Set the bandwidth search function ON.Marker Search > Bandwidth
5. The bandwidth data items (BW, cent, low, high, Q, loss) will bedisplayed. (See the following figure)
Measuring the -3 dB Bandw idth
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STEP 5. Outputting Measurement Results (Save)
You can save not only the internal data but also the measurement resultssuch as trace data and display screens to the disk .
Saving the Trace Data(in CSV format)
You can save the trace data to the disk of the E5071C in CSV file format
(extension: .csv). Since the CVS-formatted data to be saved is a text file,you can analyze the data using Microsoft Excel.
Follow the step below to save the trace data:
Save/Recall > Save Trace Data
Saving the Display Screen
You can save the screen displayed on the E5071C to the disk of theE5071C in Windows bitmap file format (extension: .bmp) or Portable
Network Graphics format (extension: .png).
Follow the step below to save the display screen:
System > Dump Screen Image
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The image on the LCD display memorized in the volatilememory (clipboard) (the image on the LCD display when theCapture/System key is pressed) is saved.
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Measurement
Measurement
This chapter provides information related to the measurements donethrough E5071C.
Setting Measurement Conditions
Calibration
Making Measurements
Data Analysis
Data Output
Optimizing Measurements
Measurement Examples
Fixture Simulator
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Setting Measurement Conditions
Setting Measurement Conditions
Initializing Parameters
Setting Channels and Traces
Setting the System Z0
Setting Stimulus Conditions
Selecting Measurement Parameters
Selecting a Data Format
Setting the Scales
Setting Window Displays
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Initializing Parameters
The E5071C has three different initial settings as shown below.
Initial setting Restore method
Preset state Press Preset > OK the front panel or Execute the :SYST:PREScommand
*RST state Execute the *RST command
Factory defaultsetting
E5071C factory (default) settings
The user can set items to be preset freely. For more information, seeSetting the user preset function.
Other topics about Setting Measurement Conditions
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1 4 1601 All You may wantto select the "1-channel, 4-trace" or "2-channel, 4-trace"configuration tosave the timerequired tosave/recall theinstrumentstate file, sincethis takeslonger withotherconfigurations.More channelsand traces
requires longermeasurementtime.
2 4 1601
4 16 1601
9 9 1601
12 6 1601
16 4 160116 16 1601
24 12 1601
36 9 1601
2 8 1601 From A.09.50
2 8 10001 From A.09.20to A.09.4x
2 16 10001 From A.09.50
1 4 20001 ALL
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72 9 401 FromA.08.10
For these setup,pressSystem >Service Menu >Channel/TraceSetup
After theconfigurationsetup isapplied,memory swapmay occurduring themeasurement.The instrumentmay seem topause duringthe
measurement.
96 9 201
160 9 201 From A.09.10
Its important to realize that the combination used to save a state filemust be the same used to recall it; that is, you cannot save a state filewith one combination of channels/traces and recall it with anothercombination. For more details, see Saving and Recalling InstrumentState.
The selection procedure is as follows:
1. Press System > Misc Setup > Channel/Trace Setup. (System > ServiceMenu > Channel/Trace Setup for some settings)
2. Press the desired softkey to select the upper limits of the number ofchannels and the number of traces.
3. The dialog box that prompts "New Channel/Trace configuration willtake effect after firmware restart." appears.
4. Click OK.
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