Page 2 - Notice; Restricted Rights Legend; Agilent Technologies Inc.
ii 8472B Operating and Service Manual Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Agilent Technologies makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a par...
Page 3 - Warranty; Certification
8472B Operating and Service Manual iii Warranty Certification Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Agilent Technologies further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States Nation...
Page 4 - Assistance; “Service and Support” on page v
iv 8472B Operating and Service Manual INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. Assistance Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements are available for Agilent Technologies products. For assistance, call your local ...
Page 5 - Service and Support; Asia Call Center Numbers
8472B Operating and Service Manual v Service and Support By internet, phone, or fax, get assistance with all your test and measurement needs. Any adjustment, maintenance, or repair of this product must be performed by qualified personnel. Contact your customer engineer through your local Agilent Ser...
Page 6 - Safety and Regulatory Information; WARNING; CAUTION; Instrument Markings
vi 8472B Operating and Service Manual Safety and Regulatory Information Review this product and related documentation to familiarize yourself with safety marking and instructions before you operate the instrument. This product has been designed and tested in accordance with international standards. ...
Page 7 - Contents
Contents 8472B Operating and Service Manual Contents 1 Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii Restricted Rights Legend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 8 - Description; Features
8472B Operating and Service Manual 1 Description Description The 8472B crystal detector is a 50 Ω ( nominal) device designed for measurement use in coaxial systems. Features • The instrument converts RF power levels applied to the 50 Ω input connector into proportional values of dc voltage. • The in...
Page 9 - Installation; Initial Inspection; “Service and Support”; Storage and Shipment
2 8472B Operating and Service Manual Installation Installation Initial Inspection 1. Inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container or cushioning material is damaged, it should be kept until the contents of the shipment have been checked for completeness and the instrument has ...
Page 10 - Specifications; Table 1
8472B Operating and Service Manual 3 Specifications Specifications Specifications are performance standards or limits against which the detectors are tested. Table 1 Specifications Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 18 GHz Options: Note: RF may leak through the output connector below 1 GHz. It can be reduce...
Page 11 - Operating Information
4 8472B Operating and Service Manual Operating Information Operating Information The crystal detector can be used as a demodulator to obtain a pulse envelope which can then be observed on an oscilloscope. It can also be used as a general purpose detector. CAUTION • Static discharge can damage the de...
Page 12 - Operator’s Checks; Peak Power Measurement; Figure 1
8472B Operating and Service Manual 5 Operating Information Operator’s Checks Peak Power Measurement The procedure for peak power measurement involves calibration of an oscilloscope which, in turn, is used to calibrate a CW generator. The output of the calibrated CW generator is measured with a power...
Page 13 - Reflectometer Application
6 8472B Operating and Service Manual Operating Information Reflectometer Application For information about reflectometer systems and measurements refer to Agilent Technologies Application Note Index. Copies are available upon request. Harmony Frequency Comparison Measurement Application The detector...
Page 14 - Performance Tests; NOTE
8472B Operating and Service Manual 7 Performance Tests Performance Tests Methods for testing detector specifications are given below. Refer to the manuals of the equipment involved for specific operating instructions. NOTE Multiple mismatch errors caused by attenuator SWR, power meter SWR, and detec...
Page 15 - Service Instructions; The detectors have no internal adjustments.; Replaceable Parts; of the connector cap.
8 8472B Operating and Service Manual Service Instructions Service Instructions Repair and Replacement Repair and replacement information for the 8472B crystal detector are given below. For additional maintenance information, refer to “Service and Support” on page v for the nearest Agilent Technologi...
Page 16 - Carefully place the connector cap over the body and assembled
8472B Operating and Service Manual 9 Service Instructions CAUTION • Do not rotate the detector element while inserting or removing as damage may result. • The detector element might be damaged if the detector element is not centered. • When inserting the detector element, do not force the large pin ...
Page 17 - Figure 2
10 8472B Operating and Service Manual Service Instructions Figure 2 8472B Crystal Detector Assembly Figure 3 8472B Option 100 Crystal Detector Assembly
Page 18 - Table 2
8472B Operating and Service Manual 11 Service Instructions 1. Refer to Table 1 for a description of options. Table 2 Replaceable Parts Description Part Number 8472B and 8472B, Option 100 Assemblies 1 Connector, SMA male 1250-0683 Connector, OSSM female (Option 100) 1250-0924 Spring, compression 1460...
