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Performance Tests
Performance Test Procedures
Performance Tests
Performance Test Procedures
Description
Each performance test procedure is contained in a single paragraph. The first entry in
each paragraph is the specification for the parameter being measured as described in Table
1-1 This is followed by a general description of the test and any special instructions or
problem areas. Appropriate test setup illustrations are included in this section and are
referenced in the procedures. You MUST do the tests, and the steps within each test, in the
order they are given.
Table 3-1. Recommended Test Equipment for 11907K
Instrument Critical Specifications Recommended Model
Spectrum Analyzer LO and IF ranges compatible with mixer 8566B
Synthesized Sweeper Frequency: 18 to 26.5 GHz
Output Level: >-10 dBm
8340A
Amplifier Output Level: >18 dBm leveled
Frequency Range: 3 to 4.5 GHz
11975A
Power Meter Compatible with Power Sensor 436A
Power Sensor SWR: <1.3 8485A
Directional Coupler
1
1. Calibration data for the coupling ratio between the output arm and the auxiliary
arm is necessary for accurate measurements.
Coupling: 10 dB
Directivity: >40 dB
Primary Arm SWR: <1.05
Auxiliary Arm SWR: <1.2
K752C
Isolator Insertion Loss: <1.5 dB
Isolation: >20 dB
SWR: <1.2
P/N 0960-0081
Adapter (2 required) 3.5 mm female to WR-42
SWR: <1.1
K281C
Cables (3 required) Connectors: SMA male P/N 5061-5458
Cable Connectors: SMA
Loss: <1.0 dB @ 20 GHz
P/N 8120-4396