HP 8591C Manuel d'utilisateur

I-I-User’s GuideHP 8591CCable TV Analyzer,Spectrum AnalyzerReference

OptionsOption 910: Additional User’s DocumentationProvides an additional copy of the user’s guides, the calibration guide,and the quick reference guid

I-I-Saving and Recalling Data from AnalyzerMemoryThis section explains how to save and recall state, trace, limit line, andamplitude correction factor

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from Analyzer MemoryTo Recall a State1. Press [jZ?KQ If CARD is underlined, press INTERNAL

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from Analyzer MemoryTo Save a TraceSaving trace data is very similar to saving state dat

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from Analyzer MemoryTo Recall a Trace1.2.3.4.5.Press (RECALL). If CARD is underlined, pr

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from Analyzer MemoryTo Save a Limit-Line Table or Amplitude CorrectionFactorsThe procedu

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from Analyzer MemoryTo Recall Limit-Line lkbles or Amplitude CorrectionFactors1. Press [

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from Analyzer MemoryTable 3-1. Summary of Save and Recall Operations, Analyzer MemoryOpe

I-I-Saving and Recalling Data from the MemoryCardThe memory card provides additional memory for saving instrument states,traces, display images, limit

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTable 3.2. Comparison of Analyzer Memory and Memory Card OperationsMas

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardPreparing the Memory Card for UseNOTEimproper insertion causes error m

I-How to Order ManualsEach of the manuals listed above can be ordered individually. To order,contact your local HP Sales and Service Office.xi

Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory Card4. If this is a new memory card, it must be formatted before use. Sincef

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Enter a PrefixMemory card data can be stored and recalled using a

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Save a State1. Press (jj) or [CONFIG), Change Prefix . Use the soft

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Recall a StatePress ISAVE) or fj%?KiJ lf INTERNAL is underlined, pr

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Save a TraceSaving trace data saves the trace data and the state

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Recall a TracePress ISAVE) or [RECALL]. If INTERNAL is underlined

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Save a Display Image1. Press [mj or (@iZZ), Change Prefix Use the s

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Recall a Display Image1. Use Change Prefix to enter the prefix, o

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Save Limit-Line l%bles or Amplitude CorrectionFactorsThe procedur

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Recall Limit-Line lhbles or Amplitude CorrectionFactors1. Use Cha

I-I-Contents1. Preparing For UseWhat You’ll Find in This Chapter...l-2Introducing the HP 8591C Cable TV Analyzer...1-2Preparing Your Cable TV

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardSaving and Recalling Programs with a Memory CardPrograms (also calle

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Save a Programl. Press [CONFIG] or (jj], then Change Prefix to ente

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTo Recall a Program1. Press m or ~~~. If INTERNAL is underlined, press

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTable 3-3. Save and Recall Functions Using Memory CardOperationScree

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesSaving and Recalling Data from the Memory CardTable 3-3. Save and Recall Functions Using Memory Card (continued)Op

I-Using Limit-Line FunctionsLimit lines provide an easy way to compare trace data to a set of amplitudeand frequency parameters while the cable TV ana

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsProcedure for Creating an Upper Limit LineThis procedure demonstrates how to create a samp

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line Functions11:46:23 AUG 18,1993tMKR 382.8 MREF 48.8 dBmVAT 10 dB37.48 dBPERKLOGii,1vWA SISC F'

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsNOTETo clear an existing limit-line table, press More 1 of 2 Then press PURGE LIMITS two

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsNOTEThe coordinates for the second point must be entered before the first and limit-line

I-2. Getting StartedWhat You’ll Learn in this Chapter...Getting Acquainted with the Analyzer...Front-Panel Features...Rear

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line Functions09126116 JUL 29, 1993mI”REF 48.8 dBmV AT i0 d8PEAKLOGii,WA sSC FCOR: : :SEG : STAR;-FREb

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsLimit-Line FunctionsThis section describes the limit-line functions in the order that th

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsSelecting the Type ofLimit-Line TableThe LIMITS FRQ TIME key selects the type of limit l

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsSelecting the Limit-LineTable FormatPress Edit Upper , Edit Lower , Edit Up/Low, or Edit

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line Functionsl The upper and lower limit-line table format is accessed by Edit Up/LowWith the upper a

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsSelecting the SegmentNumberPressing SELECT SEGMENT specifies the segment number to be en

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsItem Description of Items in Figure 3-61Frequency and amplitude coordinate that starts t

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing Limit-Line Functionsl With the lower limit-line table format, one amplitude component(representing a lower lim

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsSelecting the SegmentbePress SEGMENT TYPE , then FLAT, SLOPE, or POINT to specify the segm

I-I-PERKLOGiitWA SESC F:CORFCENTEUsing Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing Limit-line Functions12:58:22 AUG 18, 199E@REF 48.8 dBmVRES BW l.B MHTCT6Figure

I-I-Preparing the Memory Card for Use...To Enter a Prefix...To Save a State...1 : 1...To Recall a State...To

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing Limit4ine FunctionsCompleting Table EntryPressing EDIT DONE blanks the limit-line table from the screen and

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing Limit-Line FunctionsProcedure for Creating an Upper and Lower LimitLineThis is a basic procedure for creatin

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line Functions9. Specify the first limit-line segment by using the following key sequence:More 2 of 2S

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUsing limit-line FunctionsTo edit an existing segment, use SELECT SEGMENT to specifythe segment. Then use SELECT F

I-I-Learn About the Analog+ Display ModeThe analog+ display mode combines traditional analog display performancewith digital display benefits. Analog+

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn About the Analog+ Display Mode11:41:05 JUL 29, 1993fPREF 48.8 dBmVAT i0 dBOSP LINEON OFFLlmltLinesMore1 of 2

I-I-Learn About the Windows DisplayWindows display mode splits the cable TV analyzer display into twofrequency or time displays.When windows is first

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn About the Windows DisplayExample: Use the windows display format to view the calibrator signal1. Connect the

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn About the Windows Display6. Press WINDOWS ~Z%i). Now a full-sized display of the lower windowwill be display

I-Learn How to Enter Amplitude CorrectionFactorsThis section provides an overview of amplitude correction, a procedurefor creating amplitude-correctio

I-I-External Keyboard...3-65Using the External Keyboard...3-68External Keyboard Installation...3-68To Enter a Screen

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn How to Enter Amplitude Correction FactorsProcedure for Creating Amplitude-Correction FactorsThis procedure dem

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn How to Enter Amplitude Correction FactorsNOTEAfter pressing PURGE AMP COR the first time, the message If you

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn How to Enter Amplitude Correction Factors/;pI REF 13 07: 48.8 05 dmll” JVL 29. AT ,993 10dBSELECTPEL\KPOINTL

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn How to Enter Amplitude Correction FactorsEditing or Viewing the Pressing ICAL), More 1 of 4 , More 2 of 4, M

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn How to Enter Amplitude Correction FactorsQ3Q414:85:24 AUG 18,1992IIFigure 3-13. Amplitude-Correction PointsI

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn How to Enter Amplitude Correction FactorsSelecting the FrequencyCoordinatePress SELECT FREQ , then enter a fre

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer Featureslearn How to Enter Amplitude Correction FactorsCompleting Table EntryPressing EDIT DONE blanks the amplitude-correct

I-I-External KeyboardThe HP C1405A Keyboard is an IBM AT compatible keyboard that can beconnected to the external keyboard connector on the rear panel

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesExternal KeyboardTable 3-8. External Keyboard Functions (continued)KeyDescriptionDeletes the character over the cu

I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesExternal KeyboardThe external keyboard operation with the cable TV analyzer is similar to itsoperation with a comput

I-I-Using the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer CapabilityWithout the Gate Utility (Option 107 only) . . . . .Introducing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesExternal KeyboardUsing the External KeyboardThe following three example procedures demonstrate how to use an exter

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesExternal KeyboardTo Enter ProgrammingCommandsRefer to the HP 8590 E-Series and L-Series Spectrum Analyzers andHP 8

I-I-4Making BasicMeasurements UsingSpectrum Analyzer Mode

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spec-trum Analyzer ModeThis chapter demonstrates basic spectrum analyzer measurements withexamples of typical meas

I-I-Resolving Signals of Equal Amplitude Usingthe Resolution Bandwidth FunctionIn responding to a continuous-wave signal, a swept-tuned spectrum analy

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeResolving Signals of Equal Amplitude Using the Resolution Bandwidth FunctionExample: Resolve

I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeResolving Signals of Equal Amplitude Using the Resolution Bandwidth FunctionPEAKLOG10dB/PEAKLO

I-I-Resolving Small Signals Hidden by Large SignalsUsing the Resolution Bandwidth FunctionWhen dealing with resolution of signals that are not equal i

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeResolving Small Signals Hidden by large Signals Using the Resolution Bandwidth Function4. Se

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeResolving Small Signals Hidden by large Signals Using the Resolution Bandwidth FunctionIf a

I-I-If the error message FREQ UNCAL stays on screen...If the calibration routines cannot be performed...If the calibration data is corrupt...

I-Increasing the Frequency Readout ResolutionUsing the Marker CounterThe marker counter increases the resolution and accuracy of frequencyreadout. Whe

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeIncreasing the Frequency Readout Resolution Using the Marker CounterEF 48.8 dml”EF 48.8 dml”

I-Decreasing the Frequency Span Using theMarker Track FunctionUsing the spectrum analyzer’s marker track function, you can quicklydecrease the span wh

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeDecreasing the Frequency Span Using the Marker Track FunctionSPANZOOMFigure 4-7. After Zoomi

I-I-Tracking Unstable Signals Using Marker Trackand the Maximum Hold and Minimum HoldFunctionsThe marker track function is useful for tracking unstabl

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeTracking Unstable Signals Using Marker Track and the Maximum Hold and Minimum Hold Functions

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeTracking Unstable Signals Using Marker Track and the Maximum Hold and Minimum Hold Functions

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeTracking Unstable Signals Using Marker Track and the Maximum Hold and Minimum Hold Functions

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeTracking Unstable Signals Using Marker Track and the Maximum Hold and Minimum Hold Functions

I-I-Comparing Signals Using Delta MarkersUsing the spectrum analyzer, you can easily compare frequency andamplitude differences between signals, such

I-I-Figuresl-l. HP 8591C Cable TV Analyzer... l-2l-2. Setting the Line Voltage Selector Switch...l-81-3. Checking the Line Fuse...

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeComparing Signals Using Delta Markers3. Press MARKER A to activate a second marker at the po

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeComparing Signals Using Delta MarkersREF 48.8 dBm”PEAKLOG10dB/WA SESC FCCORRMARKER* STOPFigu

Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeComparing Signals Using Delta MarkersNOTEChanging the reference level changes the marker delta a

I-I-Measuring Low-Level Signals UsingAttenuation, Video Bandwidth, and VideoAveragingSpectrum analyzer sensitivity is the ability to measure low-level

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring low-level Signals Using Attenuation, Video Bandwidth, and Video AveragingNOTEThe t

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Low-Level Signals Using Attenuation, Video Bandwidth, and Video Averaging6. Press

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring low-level Signals Using Attenuation, Video Bandwidth, and Video AveragingExample:

I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring low-level Signals Using Attenuation, Video Bandwidth, and Video AveragingExample: Th

I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring low-level Signals Using Attenuation, Video Bandwidth, and Video AveragingNOTEThe vid

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring low-level Signals Using Attenuation, Video Bandwidth, and Video AveragingExample:

I-I-Contents4-9. Viewing an Unstable Signal Using Max Hold A...4-10. Viewing an Unstable Signal With Max Hold, Clear Write, andMin Hold...

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring low-level Signals Using Attenuation, Video Bandwidth, and Video Averaging3. To set

I-Identifying Distortion Products Using the RFAttenuator and TracesDistortion from the AnalyzerHigh-level input signals may cause spectrum analyzer di

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer MadeIdentifying Distortion Products Using the RF Attenuator and TracesExample: Using a signal fr

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeIdentifying Distortion Products Using the RF Attenuator and TracesSCALELOGIININT AMPON OFFWA

I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeIdentifying Distortion Products Using the RF Attenuator and TracesIf the responses in trace A

I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeIdentifying Distortion Products Using the RF Attenuator and TracesThird-Order Intermodulation

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeIdentifying Distortion Products Using the RF Attenuator and Traces2. Set one source to 300 M

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeIdentifying Distortion Products Using the RF Attenuator and Traces15. 45. 47 AUG 18, 1993bMK

I-I-Using the Analyzer As a Receiver in ZeroFrequency SpanThe spectrum analyzer operates as a fixed-tuned receiver in zero span. Thezero span mode can

I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Analyzer As a Receiver in Zero Frequency SpanExample: View the modulation waveform o

I-I-HP part number: 08591-90104Printed in USAMarch 1994Notice.The information contained in this document is subject to change withoutnotice.Hewlett-Pa

I-Contents5-19. Test Setup for Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability . .5-20. Setting the Center Frequency, Span, and Reference Level5-21. Setting t

I-I-Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Analyzer As a Receiver in Zero Frequency Span3. To demodulate the AM, press (BW).

I-I-5Making MeasurementsUsing Spectrum AnalyzerMode

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum AnalyzerModeWhat You’llThis chapter demonstrates spectrum analyzer measurement techniquesLearn in Thiswith exampl

I-Measuring Amplitude Modulation with the FastFourier Transform FunctionA Fourier transform, transforms time domain data (zero span) into thefrequency

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform FunctionFigure 5-1. FFT AnnotationSom

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform FunctionIf the FFT stop frequency i

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform FunctionExample 1: Use the manual FFT

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform Function9. Press C-1, FFT Menu , and

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform Functionc. Press IBW], VID BW AUTO MA

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform Function‘&REF 424.2 m”AT 20 dBM

Tablesl-l. Accessories Supplied with the Cable TV Analyzer...l-6l-2. Power Requirements...l-7l-3. AC Power Cables Available...

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform Function4. Use the knob to place the

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeMeasuring Amplitude Modulation with the Fast Fourier Transform FunctionFor the best amplitude accu

I-I-Stimulus-Response MeasurementsNOTEThis application should only be performed using an HP 8591C cable TV analyzer equipped withOption 011.What Are S

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsSPECTRUM ANALYZERITRACKING GENERATORFigure 5-3. Block Diagram of a Spe

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsUsing a Spectrum Analyzer With a Tracking GeneratorThe procedure bel

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsStepping through the MeasurementThere are four basic steps in performi

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsNOTETo reduce ripples caused by source return loss, use IO dH or great

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response Measurements4. Put the sweep time of the analyzer into stimulus-response auto-co

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response Measurements5. Since we are only interested in the rejection of the low-pass Iilte

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsAdjusting the resolution bandwidth may result in a decrease in ampli

I-1Preparing For Use

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsNOTEIf the automatic tracking routine is activated in a narrow resolut

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsREFPEAKLOG10dB/OL38 7dBWA-SESC FCCORf4e131.8 dBmVAT 10 dB“ID AVGON O

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeStimulus-Response MeasurementsTracking Generator Unleveled ConditionWhen using the tracking genera

I-I-Demodulating and Listening to an AM or FMSignalThe functions listed in the menu under Demod allow you to demodulate andhear signal information dis

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeDemodulating and listening to an AM or FM Signal‘4uMKR104 95 MHzREF48.8dBmV AT 10 dB14.31 dBmVPEAK

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeDemodulating and listening to an AM or FM Signal5. Change the resolution bandwidth to 100 kHz by p

I-Triggering on a Selected Line of a Video PictureFieldYou can trigger on a TV picture carrier signal. This example enables you toview a test signal t

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeTriggering on a Selected line of a Video Picture Field4. Press TV TRIG EVEN FLD to trigger on an eve

I-Using the Gate Utility to Simplify Time-GatedMeasurements (Option 107 only)Note that Option 107 is required to perform this applicationThe time gate

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Gate Utility to Simplify Time-Gated Measurements (Option 107 only)Gate utility features

I-I-Preparing For UseWhat You’llThis chapter describes the process of getting the cable TV analyzer readyFind in Thisto use when you have just receive

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Gate Utility to Simplify Time-Gated Measurements (Option 107 only)Example: Measure a Pul

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Gate Utility to Simplify Time-Gated Measurements (Option 107 only)8. The trigger marker

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Gate Utility to Simplify Time-Gated Measurements (Option 107 only)The gate utility can o

I-I-Using the Time-Gated Spectrum AnalyzerCapability Without the Gate Utility(Option 107 only)Note that Option 107 is required to perform this applica

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only]Introd

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)I/II I

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)I, I nI

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Using

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Figure

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer MadeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Use th

I-Preparing For UseThe HP 8591C cable TV analyzer is a small, lightweight test instrumentthat covers the 1 MHz to 1.8 GHz frequency range. The HP 8591

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Example

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Table

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)1. Set t

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)2. Set t

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)3. Tur

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)I Item

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)7. Set

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)4.00 V

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)11. Si

I-I-Preparing Your Cable TV Analyzer for UseDetailed information for all of the steps in this process is included in thischapter immediately following

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Settin

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)8TPOSL

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)To use

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Table

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Using

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)5. Press

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)Perfor

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)3. Press

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Time-Gated Spectrum Analyzer Capability Without the Gate Utility (Option 107 only)4. To

I-I-Using the One Button Measurements toMeasure N dB Bandwidth, Percent AmplitudeModulation, and Third Order Intercept (TOI).The spectrum analyzer inc

I-Initial InspectionInspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping containeror cushioning material is damaged, keep it until you have veri

I-I-N dB Bandwidth MeasurementIt is often necessary to measure a signal response’s bandwidth, such as whentesting a band-pass lilter. The signal to be

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeN dB Bandwidth MeasurementExample: Measure the 6 dB bandwidth of the spectrum analyzer’s internal9

I-I-Percent Amplitude Modulation MeasurementPercent amplitude modulation can be measured quickly and easily usingthe one-button % AM function. The sig

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModePercent Amplitude Modulation MeasurementExample: Use the % AM function to make a measurement.1. Pres

I-Third Order Intermodulation Measurement(TOI)Use the TO1 one-button measurement to make quick and easy inter-modulationmeasurements of microwave spec

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeThird Order Intermodulation Measurement (TOI)iF 48.8 dBmV#AT 40 dBIRFPEAKLOGTO172.1 dB V10dB/WA S

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeThird Order Intermodulation Measurement (TOI)It is important to verify that the TO1 being measured

I-I-Using the Power Measurement Functions tomake Transmitter MeasurementsThe power menu provides several powerful transmitter measurementfunctions tha

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter MeasurementsOccupied Bandwidth and Trans

Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter MeasurementsFigure 5-35. Occupied Bandwidth6

I-Preparing For UseInitial InspectionTable l-l. Accessories Supplied with the Cable TV AnalyzerDescriptionZabla TV RF/video measurements personalityZa

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter MeasurementsAdjacent Channel Power Ratio

I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter Measurements4. Press (MEAS~SER) and Power

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter MeasurementsSPAN 79.47 KHZXRES BWSW 300

I-I--Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter Measurements11. To enable the graph mar

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer MadeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter MeasurementsChannel Power MeasurementThe

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter Measurements6. Press Previous Menu to re

I-I-Making Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer ModeUsing the Power Measurement Functions to make Transmitter MeasurementsFigure 5-40. Channel Power G

I-6Spectrum Analyzer ModeKey Descriptions

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsThis chapter describes functions and controls of the cable TV analyzer inspectrum analyzer mode. The front-

I-Service FunctionsTwo types of functions are available for service use only:l Service calibration functions.l Service diagnostic functions.These serv

I-I-Power RequirementsThe cable TV analyzer is a portable instrument and requires no physicalinstallation other than connection to a power source.CAUT

-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsService FunctionsService Diagnostic FunctionsService Diag accesses the following diagnostic softkeys:(p LOCK

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsService FunctionsService DiagnosticFM OFFSTFunctions kontinuedlFM SPANFREQ DIAGFRQ DISC NORM OFFGND REF DETEC

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Functions% AI4ON OFF4 LOCKON OFF+lOV REFDETECTOR-1OV REFDETECTORdetermines the percent of amplitude modulation of thelarges

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions2v REFDETECTORdisplays the output of the 2 V reference produced on theAl6 P

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsA-B + AON OFFwhen ON is underlined, subtracts the data in trace B fromthe m

I-ABCDEFSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsaccesses the softkey menu for selecting screen titlecharacters A throug

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsThe center frequency must be set to the intended carrierfrequency and the r

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsThe total power of the channel is displayed. The adjacentchannel power rati

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsALC PITRINT XTALOption 011 only.activates the automatic leveling control (ALC

I-AMP CORSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionswhen accessed by IsAvE_), AMP COR stores the currentamplitude-correcti

I-I-Preparing For UsePower RequirementsSetting the Line Voltage Selector SwitchFigure l-2. Setting the line Voltage Selector SwitchCAUTIONBefore conne

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsANALOG+ON OFFturns on the analog+ display mode. This is a digitalimplementa

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTable 6-1. Commands Not Available with Analog+ OperationCommandDescriptionA &

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsANALYZERADDRESSOption 021 only.allows you to set the HP-IB address of the ana

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsATTENAUTO MANinput attenuation in 10 dB increments. The analyzerinput atten

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions(AUTO COUPLE)accesses the softkey menu of functions that can be coupled.(Co

I-Aux CormCorl~rolAUXBB <--> CB-DL + BSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsthe softkey menu used to control th

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsBAUDRATEBINARYSPANBLANK Asets the data transmission speed. (Also see the desc

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsactivates the resolution bandwidth function andaccesses the softkeys that con

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCALF=QCAL FREQ& AMPTDCALSTORECALTIMEBASECALTRK GENinitiates a frequency

I-CardConf igCARD --)DISPLAYSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsaccesses the softkey menu that allows you to catalo

I-I-This Hewlett-Packard instrument product is warranted against defects inmaterial and workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipmentDuri

I-I-Preparing For UsePower RequirementsChecking the FuseFigure 1-3. Checking the Line FuseThe recommended fuse is size 5 by 20 mm, rated F5A, 250 V (I

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCARD+ DLPrecalls into the analyzer memory a downloadable program(DLP) saved

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsrecalls into analyzer memory a trace saved on the memorycard. Limit lines and

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCATALOGAMP CORcatalogs the amplitude correction factor tiles that are onthe

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsFigure 6-1. Memory Card Catalog InformationTable 6-2. Memory Card Catalog Inf

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCATALOGCARDdisplays a catalog of the items stored on the memory card,while

I-ICallout NumberDescription of Items in Figure 6.245Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions16:29:17 it MAR 1992&R

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsUnlike saving to the memory card, data is saved as an itemin analyzer memory.

I-CATALOGON EVENTSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsdisplays the “on event” programming commands and theirstatus.

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsWhen the on event programming commands have not beenset, or when an instrum

I-I-CATALOGPREFIXSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions&REF .0 dBmATTEN 1G dB. . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . .

I-Preparing For UsePower RequirementsTo check the fuse, insert the tip of a screwdriver in the slot at the middle ofthe container and pry gently to ex

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCATALOGREGISTERdisplays the status of state and trace registers in analyzer

I-I-CATALOGVARIABLSSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionscatalogs all of the variables saved in analyzer memory.Varia

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsChangePrefixallows you to enter a prefix that can be used for savingand recal

I-Spectrum Analyzer Made Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPressing Change Title accesses the softkey menusthat contain the available ch

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCHANNELBANDWDTHallows the user to enter the channel bandwidth to set upthe

I-I-CHANNELSPACINGClearSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows the user to enter the channel spacing to set up t

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCLEARWRITE Aerases any data previously stored in trace A andcontinuously di

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCLEARWRITE Berases any data previously stored in trace B andcontinuously disp

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCLEARWRITE Cerases any data previously stored in trace C andcontinuously di

I-I-CNT RESAUTO MANCNTL A0 1CNTL I30 1CNTL C0 1CNTL D0 1Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows the resolution o

I-I-Preparing For UsePower RequirementsPower CableThe cable TV analyzer is equipped with a three-wire power cable, inaccordance with international saf

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCOARSETUNE DACdisplays the analog output of the YTO coarse-tune DAClocated

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCONTINUSFFTinitializes the fast Fourier transform (FFT) function, puts thea

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCable TV Analyzer Programmer’s Guide and Chapter 1 ofthis manual.If you wan

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsNOTEThe HP 7470A Plotter does not support two plots per page output. If you u

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCOPY DEVPRNT PLTCORRECTON OFFFigure 6-4. Connecting a Printer to the analyz

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsCPL RBWON OFFCPL SWPON OFFCPL VBWON OFFCRT HORZPOSITIONCRT VERTPOSITIONautoma

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsDACSDATEMODEMDY DMYdBmVDEFAULTCAL DATAchanges the DAC numbers of the span,

I-DEFAULTCCNFIGDEFAULTSYNCSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsresets the analyzer configuration to the state it was

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key OescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsDefineCouplingOption 107 on&.accesses the time gate utility menu for co

I-I-DELETEFILESpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsfunction allows you to delete an item from analyzer memoryor a li

I-I-Preparing For UsePower RequirementsTable 1-3. AC Power Cables AvailablePLUG TYPE * *CABLEPLUGCABLECABLEFOR USEHP PARTDESCRIPTIONLENGTHCOLORIN COUN

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsDEHODAM FMallows selection of amplitude (AM) or frequency (FM)demodulation.Ac

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsDETECTORPK SP NGselects between positive peak, sample, and negativepeak det

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsDISPLAY--f CARDsaves the current analyzer display image on the memorycard f

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsDONEexits the pulse parameter entry menus in the gate utilityassigning the

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsEDGE POLPOS NEGdetermines whether the gate triggers on the positive-goingor

I-I-EditDoneEDITDONESpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionscan be accessed through both the amplitude-correctionmenu a

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsEDITLASTRefer to the HP 8590 E-Series and L-Series SpectrumAnalyzers and HP

I-I-EditMid/DeltSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows you to view or edit the upper and lower limit-linetables

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsEditUp/Lowallows you to view or edit the upper and lower limit-linetables s

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsEditorEM1 BWMenuRefer to the HP 8590 E-Series and L-Series S&c&urnA

I-I-Turning on the Analyzer for the First TimeWhen you turn the cable TV analyzer on for the first time, you shouldperform frequency and amplitude sel

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsENTERREF EDGEaccesses the menu used to define the edge of the pulse thatwil

I-I-ERASEDLP MEMSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows you to dispose of the DLPs, all traces defined byTRDEF,

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsNOTEERASE MEM ALL ignores the state of the SAY LOCK So, even if STATES and

I-I-ERASESTATEALLSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows you to purge all the user state registers 1 through 9.P

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsNOTEl If SAVE LOCK ON OFF is set to (ONI, this function is disabled.l Use DEL

I-I-EXECUTETITLEEXITExitCatalogEXITSHOWEXITUTILITYSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsexecutes a programming comman

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsactivates the trigger condition that allows the next sweepto start when an ex

I-FFTMARKERSFFTMenuSpectrum Analyzer Mode Kay DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsif the FFT mode is already active, pressing FFT MARKERSonly

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsFFT OFFexits the FFT mode and menus, returning the analyzer tonormal operat

I-I-FLATFlatnessDataFM COILDRIVEFI4GAINFMOFFSETSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsdraws a zero-slope line between

I-I-Preparing For UseTurning on the Analyzer for the First TimeNOTERecord the firmware date and keep it for reference. If you should ever need to call

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsFM SPANFORMATCARDFREE RUNFREQDIAGFREQ DISCNORM OFFdisplays the FM-SPAN sign

I-I-FREQOFFSETSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key OescrlptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows the user to input a frequency offset value that isadded to

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsGaleControlOption 107 [email protected] the menu of gate control functions and the

I-I-GATEDELAYGATELENGTHSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsOption 107 on Ly.sets the duration of the delay after an

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsGATEON OFFOption 107 only.turns on or off the gate, the time-gated analyzer

I-GHI JKLSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSome analyzer functions are altered or are not availablewhen the gate

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsGND REFDETECTORdisplays the output of the analog-ground reference producedon

I-I-HP B&WPRINTERIDNUMINIT FLTINPUT Z5oi-l mlSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsselects a black and white prin

1-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsINTERNALCARDselects between spectrum analyzer memory and the memorycard for

I-LASTSPANLimitLinesLIMITLINESLIPPITSFIX RELSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionschanges the analyzer frequency span

I-I-Preparing For UseTurning on the Analyzer for the First Time7. When the frequency and amplitude self-calibration routines havebeen completed succes

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsAs an example, assume you have a frequency limit line.If the limit line is sp

I-LIMITSFRQ TIMESpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsselects whether limit lines will be entered using frequencyor s

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsLMT TESTON OFFturns the limit-line testing and (if LMT DISP AUTO isselected

I-I-RAINSPANSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPressing (CONFIG] (-0 after the analyzer has beenplaced in the remo

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsMAN TRKAD JUSTOption 011 on&.allows the user to adjust the frequency of

I-I-MARKER ASpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsactivates a second marker at the position of the first marker.(If n

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsMARKERA-SPANMARKER+AUTO FFTMARKER+CFMARKER-4F STEPsets the start and stop fre

I-I-MARKER+FFT STOPMARKER-+MID SCRNMARKER+MINIMUMMARKER-+PK-PKMARKER--+REF LVLSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsc

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsMARKER-STARTMARKER-&TOPMARKERALL OFFMARKERAMPTDchanges the start freque

I-I-MARKERNORMALMARKERONMAXHOLD ASpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsactivates a single frequency marker at the cen

I-I-Preparing For UseTurning on the Analyzer for the First Time1. To calibrate the tracking generator, connect the tracking generator output(RF OUT 75

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsMAXHOLD Bmaintains the maximum level for each trace point of trace B.Update

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsMEM LOCKEDindicates that the save lock function is on. It replaces theERASE

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsMK NOISEON DFFreads out the average noise level, referenced to a 1 Hz noise

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsMK TRACEAUTO ABCassigns a marker to a trace. Pressing MK TRACE AUTO ABCwill

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsaccesses the marker control softkeys which select the typeand number of mar

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsN dB PTSON OFFautomatically places two markers at points N dB fromthe highe

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsswitches the active window between the two displayedwindows, if the windows

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsNo UserMenuis displayed if key number 1 has not been defined by theuser. Key

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsNTSCallows you to trigger on the NTSC video format. PressingNTSC alters the

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsThe OCC 3W % POWER softkey can be used to change themeasured power value fr

Printing or PlottingYou may wish to obtain a permanent record of data displayed on the cableTV analyzer screen. This can be done using the (copy) key

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsWhen the windows display mode is first turned on, thetop window will contai

I-I-PAINTJETPRINTERPALSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTable 6-8. Functions Which Exit The Windows Display Forma

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPAL-Mallows you to trigger on the PAL-M video format. PAL-Malters the TV line

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsNOTEWhen a peak has a lump on its skirt that is the peak-excursion value abov

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPEAKZOOMPK NODE<>DL NH4Iinds the highest displayed signal and narrows t

I-I-PK SORTFRQ AMPPK TABLEON OFFPlotConf igPLOTTERADDRESSPLT _ _LOC - -Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsswitches

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPLT PIENUON OFFPLTS/PG124PLT->LJTON OFFPOINTallows the softkey labels to

I-I-PowerMenuPOWER ONIP LASTSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsaccesses functions which make transmitter powermeas

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsprovides a convenient starting point for making mostmeasurements. Pressing

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTable 6-10. Model Specific Preset ConditionsModelCenterSpanStart stopSweepF

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingInterconnection and Printing Instructions1. Turn off the cable TV analyzer and the printer.NOTEThe RS-232 int

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTable 6-11. Common Preset Conditions (continued)SR[1 maskoctal 50Start Freque

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPRESETSPECTRUMallows the analyzer mode only to be preset. Table 6-12 listst

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Kay DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTable 6-l 2. Preset Conditions for All Models (continued)MeasureSA I analyz

I-I-PrintConfigPRINTERADDRESSPRINTERSETUPSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsaccesses the softkey functions that ar

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPulseParaItiaccesses the gate utility menus for entering the pulseparameters:

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPWRGRAPHON OFFPWR SWPON OFFturns the channel power graph ON or OFF. With th

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsPower-sweep measurements are particularly useful inmaking gain compression

I-I-RECALLLIMITSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsrecalls limit-line tables from the current mass-storage device(a

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsadds an offset value to the displayed reference level. Offsetsare entered b

I-I-RPGTITLESpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsprovides additional characters for the Change Title function.Pressi

I-Limitation of WarrantyThe foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improperor inadequate maintenance by Buyer, Buyer-supplied so

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plotting7. Select the configuration for your printer by pressing the appropriate key.Note that the softkey is activated

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsaccesses softkey menus that allow you to store state data,trace data, limit

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSAVEAMP CQRsaves the current amplitude-correction factors table tothe curre

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSAVELIMITsaves the current limit-line tables in the currentmass-storage dev

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescrrptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSECAM-Ltriggers on the SECAM-L video formats. Pressing SECAM-Lalters the TV l

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSELECTFmQallows you to enter the frequency value for a limit-linesegment or

I-I-SELECTPOINTSELECTPREFIXSELECTSEGMENTSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows you to create or edit an amplitu

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSELECTTIMEallows you to enter the time value for a limit-line segment.The t

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsServiceCalaccesses several service calibration functions. The servicecalibr

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSETDATESETTIMEallows you to set the date of the real-time clock. Enter thed

I-swawOPTIONSSIGNALIDSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsdisplays the number and description of the options install

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingSet B&W PrinterPress this key to print in black and white, thenpress one of the following keys to select

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSINGLEFFTinitializes the fast Fourier transform (FFT) function. If theanalyze

I-SLOPESpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsdraws a straight line between the coordinate point of thecurrent segment

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSPECTRUMANALYZERsets the analyzer to the spectrum analyzer operating modean

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSRC PWRON OFFSRC PWRSTP SIZESTARTF=QSTATE+ CARDOption 011 only.activates (O

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSTATE+ INTRNLsaves the current analyzer state in the selectedstate register.

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsaccesses the sweep-time menu and accesses thesweep-time softkey functions S

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSWEEPTIME DACdisplays the output of the sweep-time DAC (SWP-DAC) fromthe sw

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsSYNCNRM NTSCchanges the rear MONITOR output between normal internalmonitor

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsT WINDOWRES BWOption 107 only.changes the resolution bandwidth in the time

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTHRESHLDON OFFsets a lower boundary to the active trace. The thresholdline

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plottingl Press RP LQ570 SML LRG if the cable TVanalyzer is connected to a LQ-570 Epson orother compatible 24-pin print

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTIMEDATEON OFFturns the display of the realtime clock on or off. PressingDE

I-I-TRACEABCTRACE ATRACE BTRACE CSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsselects the softkey menu used for trace A, tra

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsbegins the process used to save trace data, limit-line tables,or amplitude-co

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTrace-4 IntrnlTrackGenaccesses a softkey menu that allows you to select theit

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTRACKINGPEAKOption 011 only.activates a routine that automatically adjusts

I-I-TV TRIGSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsselects the line number of the video picture field. The valuesallowe

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsTV TRIGEVEN FLDTV TRIGODD FLDTV TRIGVERT INTUPDATETIMEFREQUserMenusselects

I-I-VSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionschanges the amplitude units to V for the current setting (logor linear).Fr

I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsVID BWAUTO MANchanges the analyzer post-detection filter from 30 Hz to 3MHz i

I-I-VIDEOVIEW ASpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsactivates the trigger condition that allows the next sweepto sta

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingPlotting Using an RS-232 InterfaceEquipmentl HP 8591C cable TV analyzer.l HP 13242G RS-232 cablel Any of the

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsWattsWINDOWSOFFX FINETUNE DACYZ,# spcClearZEROMARKERZEROSPANchanges the amp

I-I-ZONECENTERZONEPK LEFTSpectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsallows the zone markers to be moved in frequency witho

I-I-Spectrum Analyzer Mode Key DescriptionsSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionssearches for the next frequency peak outside and to theright of the zone ma

I-I-7Key Menus

I-Key MenusThis chapter contains the key menu diagrams for the HP 8591C cable TVanalyzer.Each key menu diagram is arranged alphabetically according to

I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions

I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions7-4

Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions7-5

I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsElCOPY7-6

I-I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions7-7

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plotting5. To set the baud rate to 9600 baud, press: BAUD RATE , 9600, (Hz).NOTEThe HP 7470A plotter does not support t

I-I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functionsr[ MKR ]MARKER Ncm.ML7-8

I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions[MKR-> ]7-9

I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions-SPECTRUM ANALYZERrConfigCABLE TV ANALYZER-TV RECEIVER ~More 1 of 3CHANNEL MEASSYSTEM MEAS/.CHANNEL SELECTP

I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions7-11

I-I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsFOR RECALLING AND SAViNG TO ANALYZER MEMORY:(that is, with INTERNAL seiected)7-12

I-I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsFOR RECALL ING AND SAVING TO MEMORY(that is,with CARD selectedCARD :7-13

I-I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode FunctionsFOR RECALLING AND SAViNG TO MEMORY CARD:(that is,with CARD seiected)SGLElSWPU128IclSPAN7-15

I-I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions(with Trace A selected)1 TRACE 17-16

I-I-Key MenusSpectrum Analyzer Mode Functions7-17

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingNote that for a multi-pen plotter, the pens of the plotter draw the differentcomponents of the screen as foll

I-8If You Have a Problem

I-I-If You Have a ProblemWhat You’llThis chapter includes information on how to check for a problem with yourFind in ThisHP 8591C cable TV analyzer an

I-I-Calling HP Sales and Service OfficesSales and service offices are located around the world to provide completesupport for your cable TV analyzer.

I-I-Before You Call Hewlett-PackardBefore calling Hewlett-Packard or returning the cable TV analyzer for service,please make the checks listed in “Che

I-I-If You Have a ProblemBefore You Call Hewlett-PackardCheck the basicsIn general, a problem can be caused by a hardware failure, a software error,or

I-If You Have a ProblemBefore You Call Hewlett-PackardIf you suspect the analyzer configuration is wrongReset the cable TV analyzer configuration to t

I-I-If You Have a ProblemBefore You Call Hewlett-PackardIf the analyzer measurements appear inaccurateIf it appears that the cable TV analyzer measure

I-If You Have a ProblemBefore You Call Hewlett-PackardIf the calibration routines cannot be performedUse CAL FETCH to retrieve the correction data tha

I-I-If You Have a ProblemBefore You Call Hewlett-Packard2. Press the following cable TV analyzer keys:ICAL) More 1 of 3 More 2 of 3DEFAULT CAL DATA3.

I-I-If You Have a ProblemBefore You Call Hewlett-PackardHow to Call Hewlett-PackardHewlett-Packard has Sales and Service offices around the world topr

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingPrinting Using an HP-IB InterfaceEquipmentl HP 8591C cable TV analyzer equipped with Option 02 1.l HP 10833 (

I-I-If You Have a ProblemBefore You Call Hewlett-PackardTable 8-1. Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service OfficesUS FIELD OPERATIONSHeadquarters California

I-I-Returning the Cable TV Analyzer for ServiceUse the information in this section if it is necessary to return the cable TVanalyzer to Hewlett-Packar

I-If You Have a ProblemReturning the Cable TV Analyzer for Service3. If you have a front-panel cover, install it on the instrument; if not, protectthe

I-I-Error MessagesThe cable TV analyzer can generate various messages that appear on itsscreen during operation to indicate a problem.There are three

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesADC-2V FAILIndicates a hardware failure. (H)ADC-GND FAILIndicates a hardware failure. (H)ADC-TIME FAILIndicates

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesCAL: NBW 200 Hz notch amp failedIndicates that the 200 Hz resolution bandwidth is not the correct shape forthe

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesCAL: USING DEFAULT DATAIndicates that the calibration data is corrupt and the default correctionfactors are bei

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesEMPTY DLP MEMIndicates that the user-defined items (user-defined functions, user-definedvariables, user-defined

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesGate card not calibratedThis message can indicate that either the CAL AMPTD routine needto be performed before

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesINVALID CARD: DIRECTORYIndicates the memory card has not been formatted. (U)INVALID CARD: NO CARDIndicates a me

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingTable 1-4. Setting of ThinkJet Printer Mode SwitchesSwitchNumber12345Settingdowndown“Pdowndown“PdowndownComme

I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesINVALID FILE: NO ROOMIndicates that there is insufficient space available on the memory card tostore the data. (U

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesINVALID REGISTER NUMBERThe specified trace register number is invalid. (U)INVALID REPEAT MEM OVFLMemory overflo

I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesINVALID TRACENAME: - _ _Indicates the speciiied trace could not be saved because the trace nameis not allowed. To

I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesMarker Count Widen RES BWIndicates that the current resolution bandwidth setting is too narrow to usewith the mar

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesPARAMETER ERROR: - _ _The speciEed parameter is not recognized by the cable TV analyzer. Seethe appropriate pro

I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesRFPRESELERRORIndicates that the preselector peak routine cannot be performed. (H)RF PRESEL TIMEOUTIndicates that

I-I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesSRQ - - -The speciEed service request is active. Service requests are a form ofinformational message and are ex

I-If You Have a ProblemError MessagesTrace A is not availableIndicates that trace A is in the store-blank mode and cannot be used forlimit-line testin

9Options and Accessories

Options and AccessoriesWhat You’llMany options and accessories are available to enhance the cable TV analyzerFind in Thisso that it will better meet t

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plotting5.6.The printer usually resides at the first device address. To enter address 1for the printer, press PRINTER A

I-I-OptionsOptions can be ordered by option number when you order the cable TVanalyzer. Some of the options are also available as kits that can be ord

I-I-Options and AccessoriesOptionsconnector for an external keyboard, an HP-IB connector, and the HP 8590E-Series and L-Series Spectrum Analyzers and

I-I-Options and AccessoriesOptionsNarrow Resolution Bandwidths (Option 130)This option provides additional narrow resolution bandwidths of 30 Hz, 100H

I-I-Options and AccessoriesOptionsRack Mount Kit With Handles (Option 909)Option 909 is the same as Option 908 but includes front handles for addedcon

I-I-AccessoriesA number of accessories are available from Hewlett-Packard to help youconfigure your cable TV analyzer for your specific applications.

I-I-Options and AccessoriesAccessoriesExternal KeyboardThe HP C1405A Option ABA/O03 keyboard is an IBM AT compatible keyboardthat can be connected to

I-Options and AccessoriesAccessoriesMemory CardsBlank memory cards are available for the storage and transfer of data andprograms. Several different s

I-I-Options and AccessoriesPrinterThe HP LaserJet series printers are also compatible as are the HP ThinkJet,HP QuietJet and HP QuietJet Plus printers

I-GlossaryI-

I-Glossaryabsolute amplitude accuracyThe degree of correctness or uncertainty (expressed in either volts or dBpower). It includes relative uncertainti

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingSet B&W PrinterPress this key to print in black and white, thenpress one of the following keys to select

I-I-analog displayA display where the trace data is generated by deflecting the electronbeam to match the signal amplitude as it sweeps across the scr

I-I-broadband responseA signal whose spectrum is wider than the resolution bandwidth of ananalyzer, and whose repetition frequency is lower than the b

I-I-CISPRThe acronym for the Comite International Special des PerturbationsRadio-electriques (International Special Committee on Radio Interference)or

I-I-correction factorThe factor by which a measurement reading must be multiplied to correctfor the effects of errors due to analyzer circuitry. This

I-I-detector modeThe manner in which analog, video information is processed prior tobeing digitized and stored in memory. Refer also to negative peak,

I-I-displayed average noise levelThe noise level viewed on the analyzer’s display after narrowing thevideo bandwidth setting enough to reduce the peak

I-I-envelope detectorA detector circuit whose output follows the envelope, but not theinstantaneous variation of its input signal. This detector is so

I-I-Fourier transformSee FFT.frequency accuracyThe uncertainty with which the frequency of a signal or spectraIcomponent is indicated, either in an ab

I-I-front-panel keyKeys, typically labeled, and located on the front panel of an instrument.The key labels identify the function the key activities. N

I-I-HP-IBThe abbreviation for Hewlett-Packard Interface Bus. It is a Hewlett-Packard proprietary parallel interface that allows you to “daisy-chain”mo

I-I-Exclusive RemediesTHEREMEDIESPROVIDEDHEREINAREBUYER'SSOLEANDEXCLUSIVEREMEDIES, HPSHALLNOTBELIABLEFORANYDIRECT,INDIRECT,SPECIAL,INCIDENTAL,ORC

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plottingl Press EP Lq5i’O SML LRG if the cable TVanalyzer is connected to a LQ-570 Epson orother compatible 24-pin pr

I-I-incidental FMUndesired frequency modulation on the output of a device (for example asignal source or an amplifier) caused by or, incidental to, so

I-I-limit lineA test limit made up of a series of line segments, positioned according tofrequency and amplitude within the analyzer measurement range.

I-LOThe abbreviation for local oscillator. The local oscillator output in asuperheterodyne system is mixed with the received signal to produce asum or

I-I-measurement bandwidthThe resolution bandwidth required for a specific EM1 measurement. ForMIL-STD measurements, the resolution bandwidth is often

I-I-menuThe analyzer functions that appear on the display and are selected bypressing front-panel keys. These selections may evoke a series of otherre

I-noise markerA marker whose readout represents the noise level in a 1 Hz noise powerbandwidth. When the noise marker is selected, the sample displayd

I-I-parameter unitsStandard units of measure, which include the following:Measured UnitParameterNamefrequency hertzpower leveldecibel relative to mill

I-I-phase noiseRefer to noise sidebandsposition unitsThe position unit describes the location of a point along the horizontalaxis of a trace. Position

I-random-access memoryRAM (random-access memory) or read-write memory, is a storage areaallowing access to any of its storage locations. Data can be w

I-I-residual FMThe inherent short-term frequency instability of an oscillator in theabsence of any other modulation. In the case of analyzers, we usua

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingPlotting Using an HP-IB InterfaceEquipmentNOTEThe HP 7470A plotter does not support 2 plots per page. If you us

I-I-scale factorThe per-division calibration of the vertical axis of the display.scan (frequency span) linearityThe measured accuracy of the horizonta

I-I-single-sweep modeThe analyzer sweeps once when trigger conditions are met. Each sweepis initiated by pressing an appropriate front-panel key, or b

I-I-spectrum analyzerA device that effectively performs a Fourier transform and displays theindividual spectral components (sine waves) that constitut

I-I-sweep timeThe time it takes the local oscillator to tune across the selected span.Sweep time directly affects how long it takes to complete a meas

I-I-TO1Third order intermodulation distortion occurs in a system where twosignals are present. The distortion products are a result of each signalmixi

I-vector displayThe display type where the electron beam is directed so the image(consisting of trace, graticule, and annotation) is written directly

I-I-video filterA post-detection, low-pass Elter that determines the bandwidth of thevideo amplifier. It is used to average or smooth a trace. Refer a

I-Index

I-Index110 MHz reference DAC setting, 6-2210 MHz REF OUTPUT, 2-8+ 1OV REF DETECTOR, 6-4, 6-6- IOV REF DETECTOR, 6-4, 6-6120 kHz EMI BW, 6-72200 HzEMI

I-I-adjacent channel power, 6-9extended dynamic range, 6-10using, 5-69-73adjacent channel power graph, 6-9adjacent channel power measurement, 5-67adja

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingNOTEBecause HP-IB cables can be connected together, more than one instrument can communicate on theHP-IB. This

I-I-creating, 3-58amplitude correctionscreating, 3-60editing, 3-59amplitude demodulation, 6-54amplitude menus, 6-13amplitude modulation, 6-6amplitude

I-ANNOTATN ON OFF, 6m 16APND CAT ITEM, 6-16ATTEN AUTO MAN, 6m 17attenuation coupling, 6.17attenuator-error factors, 6.131AUTO ALL, 6-17AUTO COUPLE, 6-

I-Ccable TV analyzer error messages, 8- 14CAL, 2-21, 6-21CAL AMPTD, l-13, 2-22, 6-21CAL FETCH, 2-22, 6-21CAL FREQ, l-13, 2-22, 6-22CAL FREQ & AMPT

I-I-using, 5-74-76CHANNEL POWER, 6-38channel power measurement, 5-6’7CHANNEL SPACING, 6-39characters, 6-9, 6-79, 6.138, 6-154check analyzer operation,

I-hi sweep in/out, 2-9HP-IB interface, 2-9monitor output, 2-8sweep output, 2-9TV trig output, 2-7connector, auxiliary interface, 6-19continuous sweep,

I-I-D DACextra fine-tune, 6-154fine tune, 6-72sweep time, 6-140DACS, 6-4, 6-50data controls, 2-10data keys, 2-5, 2-11data protection, 3-13data recall,

I-deskjet printer, 6-54detection modenegative peak, 6-55positive peak, 6-55sample, 6-55DETECTOR PK SP NG, 6-55determining gate delay, 5-39determining

I-I-E earphone connector, 2-8EDGE POL POS NEG, 6-58edge triggeringtime gate utility, 6-58edge triggering, gate control, 6-76Edit Amp Cor, 3-61, 6-58ED

I-ERASE STATE, 6-67ERASE STATEALL, 6-67ERASE TRACE, 6-67ERASE TRACEALL, 6-67erase user programs and variables, 6-56ESD, 1-39reducing damage caused by

I-I-FFT Menu, 6-71FFT OFF, 6-72FFT STOP FREQ, 6-72fine-focus control, 2- 12FINE TUNE DAC, 6-4, 6-72firmware date, 1-13fixed, limit line type, 6-83fix-

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plottingsoftkey label. The upper and lower sections of the softkey label graphicallyrepresent where the plotter output

I-I-G gaininternal analyzer, 6-16gatecoupling functions, 6-52using the gate utility, 5-28gate control, 6-52edge or level triggering, 6-76time-gated ca

I-I-HP B&&W PRINTER, 6-131HP-IB address, 6-16HP-IB cable, 9-8HP-IB interface connector, 2-QHP-IB (Option OZI), 9-3HP PaintJet, 6- 1051identify

I-I-L label, softkey, 2-4laserjet plots, 6-l 10LAST SPAN, 6-83lengthGATE LENGTH, 6-77level triggering, gate control, 6-76LIMIT FAIL, 3-33limit-line fu

I-using SAVE LIMIT, 3-48Limit Lines, 6-83LIMIT LINES, 3-39, 6-83LIMIT PASS, 3-33LIMITS FIX REL, 3-36, 3-40, 6-83LIMITS FRQ TIME, 3-35, 3-40, 6-85LINE,

I-FFT, 6-71gate utility trigger, 6-148list of, 6-96menu of controls, 6.98menu of functions, 6-98selection, 6- 127table, 6-96time gate utility, 6-93tra

I-I-maximum mixer level, 6-94MAX MXR LVL, 6-94MEAS OFF, 6-94measuring amplitude modulation, 5-3measuring low-level signals, 4-22MEASAJSER, 6-94MEM LOC

I-message block, 2-3mid/delta limit lineediting amplitude, 6-61mid/delta limit-line format, 3-42MIN HOLD C, 4-17, 6-95minimum hold, 4-13minimum to mar

I-I-0OCC BW % POWER, 6-102OCCUPIED BANDWDTH, 6-102occupied bandwidthusing, 5-68-69occupied power bandwidth measurement, 5-6’7ON, 6-103ONCYCLE command,

I-p PaintJet printer, 6-131PAINTJET PRINTER, B-105PAL, 6-105PAL-M, 6-106PAL video format, 6-141PARAM AUTO MAN, 6-106pass code, 6-50peaknext, 6- 100nex

I-I-positive peak detection mode, 6-55power bandwidth, 6- 102power bandwidth measurement, 5-67power cable, 1-l 1power input, 2-8power measurement, 6.1

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingPrinting Using a Parallel Interfacel HP 8591C cable TV analyzer equipped with Option 024.l HP 92284A parallel

I-I-deskjet, I-25epson, 1-25laserjet, 1-25paintjet, 1-25thinkjet, 1-25printing, paralleldeskjet, 1-33epson, 1-33Iaserjet, I-33paintjet, 1-33thinkjet,

I-I-R rack mount kit (Option 908) 9-5rack mount kit with handles (Option 909) 9-6rack slide kit, 9-10ratiovideo bandwidth to resolution bandwidth, 6-1

I-I-RF OUT 75 Q, 2-5RPG knob, 2- 10RPG TITLE, 6-123RS-232 cable, 9-10RS-232 interface connector. 2-9S sales and service offices, 8- 11sample detection

I-I-RPG TITLE, 6-123screen title, using an external keyboard, 3-68SECAM-L, 6-127segment deletion, 6-53SELECT 1 2 3 4, 6.127SELECT AMPLITUD, 3-44, 3-63

I-I-SHOW OPTIONS, 6-133signal comparison, 4- 18SIGNAL ID, 6- 133signal peakhighest, 6-135signal tracking, 4- 11, 6- 108. See also marker trackingSINGL

I-stop frequency, fft, 6-72store correction factors, 6-22storingdisplay, 6-56storing the correction factorsCAL STORE, l-15STOR PWR ON UNITS, 6-3, 6.13

I-time domain windowdefinition, 6-52gate utility, 6-52time gatedefinition of, 6-52delay, 6-77gate on/off, 6-78length, 6-77triggering, 6-76using the ga

I-I-TRACE A, 6-145TRACE A B C, 6-145trace Bmaximum hold, 6-94TRACE B, 6- 145trace Cminimum hold, 6-95TRACE C, 6-145trace modes, 2-14trace registersloc

I-Ugate: edge or level, 6-76gate utility, 6-58triggering on a selected line, video picture field, 5-26trigger modes, 2-13, 2-14TRIG MKR ON OFF, 6-148T

I-I-using limit-line functions, 3-33using the GATE CTL EDGE LVL, 5-58using the level gate control, 5-58using the self-calibration routines with time-g

I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingSet Colr PrinterPress this key to print in color if the spectrumanalyzer is connected to a Hewlett-Packard colo

I-X X FINE TUNE DAC, 6-5, 6-154y YZ-# Spc Clear, 6-154Z ZERO MARKER, 6-154ZERO SPAN, 4-11, 6-154ZONE CENTER, 6- 155ZONE PK LEFT, 6-155ZONE PK RIGHT, 6

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingSet B&W PrinterPress this key to print in black and white, thenpress one of the following keys to select

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plottingl Press EP Lq570 SML LRG if the spectrumanalyzer is connected to a LQ-570 Epson orother compatible 24-pin pri

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or PlottingPlotting to an HP LaserJet Printerl HP 8590 Series spectrum analyzer with RS-232 or Parallel Interfacel Any o

I-I-Preparing For UsePrinting or Plotting4. Press (CONFIG].5. Press COPY DEV PRNT PLT so that PLT is underlined.6. Press (CONFIG), Plot Conf kg . You

I-I-AssistanceProduct maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreementsare available for Hewlett-Rxckard products.Fbr any assistance, co

I-Electrostatic DischargeElectrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components.All work on electronic assemblies should be perform

I-Preparing For UseElectrostatic DischargeWARNINGThese techniques for a static-safe work station should not be used whenworking on circuitry with a vo

I-2Getting Started

I-I-Getting StartedWhat You’llThis chapter introduces the basic functions of the HP 8591C cable TVLearn in thisanalyzer. In this chapter you will:Chap

I-Getting Acquainted with the AnalyzerFigure 2-1. Front-Panel Feature OverviewFront-Panel FeaturesThe following section provides a brief description o

I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the AnalyzerMessage block is the space on the screen where MEAS UNCAL andthe asterisk (*) appear. If one or m

I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the Analyzer789101112IcoPv] prints or plots screen data. Use [CONFIG], Plot Conf ig orPrint Conf ig , and COP

I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the AnalyzerCAUTIONIf the tracking generator output power is too high, it may damage the deviceunder test. Do

I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the AnalyzerRear-Panel FeaturesFigure 2-2. Rear-Panel Feature Overview1EXT ALC INPUT allows the use of an ext

I-I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the Analyzerand closes the gate directly: TTL high sets the gate on; TTL low setsthe gate off. When this in

I-I-Safety NotesThe following safety notes are used throughout this manual. Familiarizeyourself with each of the notes and its meaning before operatin

I-I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the Analyzer12131415161718AUX INTERFACE provides a nine-pin “D” subminiature connectorfor control of extern

I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the AnalyzerData ControlsData controls are used to change values for functions such as centerfrequency, start

I-I-Getting StartedGetting Acquainted with the AnalyzerNOTEWhen using the knob to change frequency or amplitude settings, the trace data is shifted. T

I-I-Fine-Focus ControlGetting StartedGetting Acquainted with the AnalyzerThe fine-focus control is located on the side of the cable TV analyzer. Use t

I-I-Screen AnnotationFigure 2-4 shows an example of the annotation that may appear on a cableTV analyzer screen. The screen annotation is referenced b

I-I-Getting StartedScreen Annotationtrigger mode. The second letter (“S”) indicates the cable TV analyzer is insingle-sweep mode.Item 22 refers to the

Getting StartedScreen AnnotationTable 2-2. Screen AnnotationItem12345678161718192021222324252627detector modeDescriptionreference leveltime and data d

I-I-Menu and Softkey OverviewThe keys labeled AMPLITUDE, FREQUENCY, CAL, and MKR are all examplesof front-panel keys. Pressing most front-panel keys a

I-I-Making a MeasurementCAUTIONDo not exceed the maximum input power.The maximum input power for the HP 8591C is +72 dBmV (O-2 watt)continuous, 100 V

I-I-Getting StartedMaking a MeasurementWhen the peak of a signal does not appear on the screen, it may benecessary to adjust the amplitude level on th

I-WARNINGWARNINGCAUTIONWARNINGWARNING,If this instrument is used in a manner not specified by Hewlett-PackardCo., the protection provided by the instr

I-Getting StartedMaking a Measurement7. Set the marker.You can place a diamond-shaped marker on the signal peak to find thesignal’s frequency and ampl

I-I-Measurement Summary1. Connect the cable TV analyzer CAL OUT to the INPUT 75 Q and press the(PRESET) key.2. Set the center frequency by pressing th

I-Improving Accuracy with Self-CalibrationRoutinesData from the self-calibration routine is necessary for cable TV analyzeroperation. Executing the se

I-Getting StartedImproving Accuracy with Self-Calibration Routines2. On the cable TV analyzer, press m and CAL FREQ & AMPTD Calsignal not found wi

I-Getting StartedImproving Accuracy with Self-Calibration RoutinesThe CAL FREQ softkey starts the frequency self-calibration routine.This routine adju

I-I-Getting StartedImproving Accuracy with Self-Calibration RoutinesPerforming the Tracking Generator Self-CalibrationRoutine(Option 011 only)In order

I-I-Getting StartedImproving Accuracy with Self-Calibration Routines2. Press the following cable TV analyzer keys: LCAL], More I of 4 ,More 2 of 4, an

I-Getting StartedImproving Accuracy with Self-Calibration RoutinesWhen Is Self-Calibration Needed?While it is difficult to provide general advice for

I-I-Memory Card Insertion and BatteryReplacementUse the following information to ensure that the memory card is insertedcorrectly. Improper insertion

I-I-Getting StartedMemory Card Insertion and Battery ReplacementChanging the Memory Card BatteryIt is recommended that the memory card battery be chan

I-I-HP 8591C Cable TV AnalyzerDocumentation DescriptionThe following guides are shipped with your HP 8591C cable TV analyzer:HP 8590 E-Series Sjxctrum

I-I-Getting StartedMemory Card Insertion and Battery Replacementpul2lcFigure 2-8. Memory Card Battery Date Code locationProcedure to Change theThe bat

I-Getting StartedMemory Card Insertion and Battery ReplacementBATTERY CLIPGROOVEFigure 2-9. Memory Card Battery Replacement2-30

I-Analyzer Battery InformationThe HP 8591C cable TV analyzers use a 3.6 V lithium battery to enablethe cable TV analyzer memory to retain data. The da

I-I-3Using Spectrum AnalyzerFeatures

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesWhat You’llThis chapter introduces the spectrum analyzer features of the HP 8591C cableLearn in ThisTV analyzer. T

I-I-Using the Internal PreamplifierThe HP 8591C cable TV analyzer is equipped with an internal preampliEer.Using a preamplifier with a spectrum analyz

I-I-Use the Marker Table to List All the ActiveMarkersThe marker table function can be used to display a list of all of the activemarkers. It is somet

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUse the Marker Table to List All the Active MarkersExample: Use the marker table to measure the calibrator signal.

I-Use the Peak 7Jhble to List the Displayed Signalsfunction.The peak table function can be used to list the amplitude and frequencyof up to 10 of the

I-I-Using Spectrum Analyzer FeaturesUse the Peak Table to List the Displayed SignalsExample: Use the peak table function to measure the calibrator sig