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Installation and
Quick Start Guide
Keysight
PNA Series
Network Analyzers
Warranty Statement
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TO BEING CHANGED, WITHOUT NOTICE, IN FUTURE EDITIONS. FURTHER, TO THE
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WITH THESE TERMS, THE WARRANTY TERMS IN THE SEPARATE AGREEMENT WILL
CONTROL.
DFARS/Restricted Rights Notice
If software is for use in the performance of a U.S. Government prime contract or subcontract, Software is
delivered and licensed as "Commercial computer software" as defined in DFAR 252.227-7014 (June 1995),
or as a "commercial item" as defined in FAR 2.101(a) or as "Restricted computer software" as defined in FAR
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disclosure of Software is subject to Keysight Technologies' standard commercial license terms, and non-
DOD Departments and Agencies of the U.S. Government will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as
defined in FAR 52.227-19(c)(1-2) (June 1987). U.S. Government users will receive no greater than Limited
Rights as defined in FAR 52.227-14 (June 1987) or DFAR 252.227-7015 (b)(2) (November 1995), as
applicable in any technical data.
Certification
Keysight Technologies, Inc. certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of
shipment from the factory. Keysight Technologies, Inc. further certifies that its calibration measurements are
traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology, to the extent allowed by the
Institute's calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization
members.
Contacting Keysight
Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Keysight office are
available on the Web at: http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Keysight field engineer.
In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Keysight product by its model number and
full serial number. With this information, the Keysight representative can determine whether your product is
still within its warranty period.
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Technology Licenses
The hardware and / or software described in this document are furnished under a license and may be used
or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.
Trademarks
Microsoft is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows and MS Windows are U.S.
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Safety Symbols
The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual. Familiarize yourself with each of the symbols
and its meaning before operating this instrument.
CAUTION Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure that, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, would result in damage to or destruction of the product. Do not proceed
beyond a caution note until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
WARNING Denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure which, if not correctly performed or
adhered to, could result in injury or loss of life. Do not proceed beyond a warning note until
the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Documentation Map
The online Help file is embedded in the analyzer, offering quick reference to programming and user
documentation. PNA Help is available in English only.
The Installation and Quick Start Guide helps to quickly familiarize yourself with the analyzer. Procedures are
provided for installing, configuring, and verifying the operation of the analyzer.
Downloading PNA Documentation from the Web
Documentation for all PNA models is available at: http://na.support.keysight.com/pna/help
This includes online and PDF versions of PNA Help, Service Guides, and Installation Notes.
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Table of Contents
Operating Precautions 5
Preventing Electrostatic
Discharge Damage ......................................... 5
Preventing Electrical Overstress Damage. 6
Preventing Test Port Connector Damage . 7
Preventing PNA Hard Drive Problems ....... 8
Installing Your Analyzer 9
STEP 1. Check the Shipment ....................... 9
STEP 2. Meet Requirements......................... 9
STEP 3. Install the Analyzer .......................... 10
STEP 4. Connect the Accessories ............... 11
STEP 5. Install Ferrite Cores ......................... 12
STEP 6. Start Up the Analyzer ..................... 12
STEP 7. Perform Administrative Tasks ....... 13
STEP 8. Run the Operator's Check ............. 13
STEP 9. Turn Off the Analyzer ...................... 14
Getting Help with Your Analyzer 15
Help System ..................................................... 15
PNA on the Internet ........................................ 15
Contacting Keysight ....................................... 15
Safety, Regulatory, and Environmental Info 16
Maintenance ..................................................... 16
Shipment for Service ...................................... 16
Safety Symbols ................................................ 16
General Safety Considerations .................... 16
Regulatory Information .................................. 17
Declaration of Conformity ............................. 19
Compliance with German
Noise Requirements ....................................... 20
Acoustic Compliance ...................................... 20
Environmental Information ........................... 21
Warranty ............................................................ 21
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Operating Precautions
IMPORTANT Most causes of instrument failure can be avoided if you will apply the information in this
section. PLEASE READ!
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD) is essential while removing assemblies from or connecting
cables and assemblies (DUT) to the network analyzer. Static electricity can build up on your body and can
easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged. Static discharges too small to be felt can
cause permanent damage. To prevent damage to the instrument:
always have a grounded, conductive table mat in front of your test equipment.
always wear a grounded wrist strap, connected to a grounded conductive table mat, having a 1 M
resistor in series with it, when handling components and assemblies or when making
connections.
always wear a heel strap when working in an area with a conductive floor. If you are uncertain about
the conductivity of your floor, wear a heel strap.
always ground yourself before you clean, inspect, or make a connection to a static-sensitive device
or test port. You can, for example, grasp the grounded outer shell of the test port or cable
connector briefly.
always ground the center conductor of a test cable and DUT before making a connection to the
analyzer test port or other static-sensitive device. This can be done as follows:
1. Connect a short (from your calibration kit) to one end of the cable and DUT to short the center
conductor to the outer conductor.
2. While wearing a grounded wrist strap, grasp the outer shell of the cable and DUT connector.
3. Connect the other end of the cable and DUT to the test port and remove the short from the cable.
Figure 1 ESD Protection Setup
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The following table lists Keysight part numbers for ESD protection devices. To order, refer to "Contacting
Keysight" on page 15.
Description Keysight Part Number
Grounding wrist strap 9300-1367
5 ft grounding cord for wrist strap 9300-0980
2 x 4 ft conductive table mat and 15 ft 9300-0797
ground wire
Preventing Electrical Overstress Damage
Excessive RF power or voltage applied to the ports and connectors on the front panel will damage the
analyzer. Each port and front-panel connector has a label (see photo below) that shows damage levels.
These levels must not be exceeded. Damage levels are also listed in the Specifications section of the
analyzer's Help system.
There are two ways to protect the PNA input ports from high RF power:
1. Use power limiters at the ports. Information on limiters can be found at:
www.keysight.com/find/mta.
2. Apply the recommendations in PNA Application Note 1408-10, "Recommendations for Testing
High-Power Amplifiers," found at: http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5989-1349EN.pdf
Figure 2. Example Label Showing Damage Level for Each Port and Connector
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Preventing Test Port Connector Damage
Proper connector care and connection techniques are critical for accurate and repeatable measurements.
The following table contains for tips on connector care.
Handling and Storage
Do Do Not
Keep connectors clean Touch mating-plane surfaces
Extend sleeve or connector nut Set connectors contact-end down
Use plastic end-caps during storage Store connectors or adapters loose
Visual Inspection
Do Do Not
Inspect all connectors carefully Use a damaged connector - ever
Look for metal particles, scratches, and
dents
Connector Cleaning
Do Do Not
Try compressed air first Use any abrasives
Use isopropyl alcohol (see warning below) Get liquid into plastic support beads
Clean connector threads
Gaging Connectors
Do Do Not
Clean and zero the gage before use Use an out-of-specification connector
Use the correct gage type
Use correct end of calibration block
Gage all connectors before first use
Making Connections
Do Do Not
Align connectors carefully Apply bending force to connection
Make preliminary connection contact Over tighten preliminary connection
lightly Twist or screw any connection
Turn only the connector nut Tighten past torque wrench "break" point
Use a torque wrench for final connection
NOTE Keysight strongly recommends that adapters be used as connector savers to minimize the wear
on the analyzer test port connectors. Use instrument-grade quality adapters or better.
WARNING Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument power cord
removed and in a well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture to evaporate, and
the fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument.
For more information on the proper use and maintenance of connectors, see
http://na.support.keysight.com/pna/connectorcare/Connector_Care.htm
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Preventing PNA Hard Drive Problems
Previously, the leading cause of PNA failures was problems with the PNA Hard Disk Drive (HDD). Most of
these problems were solved when Keysight replaced the HDD with a solid state drive (SSD) in late 2010.
Follow the suggestions below to prevent problems with your PNA SSD.
Observe Proper Shutdown Procedures
See previous pages.
Do NOT Modify or Reconfigure the Operating System
The Microsoft Windows operating system has been modified and optimized by Keysight to improve the
performance of the PNA.
Do NOT install a standard version of the Windows operating system on the PNA.
Do NOT change advanced performance settings or group policies.
Do NOT add or delete any SSD partitions on the PNA.
Do NOT delete the Keysight user account unless in a secured environment.
Do NOT modify any of the Keysight software registry entries.
Install Antivirus Protection
The PNA does NOT have antivirus protection when shipped. Use of an antivirus program is strongly
recommended if you connect the PNA to the Internet.
In addition, the use of a firewall could help to protect the PNA from viruses. However, some firewalls could
limit DCOM connectivity of the PNA.
Install Windows Critical Updates
The PNA is always shipped with the latest service packs and critical updates that were available at the time
that the PNA is produced. We recommend that you maintain the latest available protection for your PNA by
automatically accepting and installing the latest critical security patches from the Microsoft Windows
Update website: http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com
Use AgileUpdate
If your PNA is connected to the Internet, use AgileUpdate to obtain the latest firmware. On the PNA, press
System, then [Service] softkey, then [AgileUpdate] to automatically update your firmware to the current
revision.
If your PNA is NOT connected to the Internet, you must update firmware using a flash drive. Firmware can
be downloaded from http://na.support.keysight.com/pna
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Installing Your Analyzer
STEP 1. Check the Shipment
1. Unpack the contents of the shipping container. Keep the packaging material in case the analyzer
needs to be returned to the factory.
WARNING The network analyzer is heavy. It is recommended that two individuals, or a mechanical lift,
be used to lift or transport the instrument.
NOTE The PNA is shipped with ESD-safe protective end caps on the test ports and metal covers for the
front-panel jumpers. Save these items for reuse to ensure shipment safety of the PNA.
2. Carefully inspect the analyzer to make sure that it was not damaged during shipment. If damaged,
refer to "Contacting Keysight" on page 15.
3. Use the Contents List in the shipping container to verify the completeness of your shipment. If not
complete, refer to "Contacting Keysight" on page 15
STEP 2. Meet Requirements
Before installing the PNA on a bench top or in an equipment rack, first make sure that the electrical and
environmental requirements of the location are met.
CAUTION This instrument has autoranging line voltage input. Be sure the supply voltage is within the
specified range.
1. Ensure the available AC power source meets the following requirements:
NOTE The instruments can operate with mains supply voltage fluctuations up to