HP (Hewlett-Packard) HP 8753E Network Cables User Manual


 
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Application
and
Operation
Concepts
This chapter provides conceptual information on the following primary operations and
applications that are achievable with the HP 8753E network analyzer.
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HP 8753E System operation
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Data processing
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Active channel keys
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Entry block keys
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Stimulus functions
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Response functions
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S-parameters
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Display formats
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Four parameter display
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Scale reference
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Display functions
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Averaging
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Markers
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Measurement calibration
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Instrument state functions
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Time domain operation
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Test
sequencing
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Amplifier measurements
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Mixer measurements
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Connection considerations
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Reference documents
Where to Look for More Information
Additional information about many of the topics discussed in this chapter is located in the
following areas:
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Chapter 2, “Making Measurements,” contains step-by-step procedures for making
measurements or using particular functions.
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Chapter 3, “Mixer Measurements,” contains step-by-step procedures for making
measurements of mixers
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Chapter 5, “Optimizing Measurement Results,” describes techniques and functions for
achieving the best measurement results.
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Chapter 7, “Specifications and Measurement Uncertainties,”
delines
the performance
capabilities of the analyzer.
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Chapter 8, “Menu Maps,” shows softkey menu relationships.
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Chapter 9, “Key
Definitions,”
describes all the front panel keys and softkeys.
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