HP 8590 E-Series User Manual

Contents
1. Preparing For Use
What You’ll Find in This Chapter
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Introducing the HP 8590 Series Spectrum Analyzers
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Preparing Your Spectrum Analyzer for Use
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Initial Inspection ...............................
Power Requirements
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Setting the Line Voltage Selector Switch
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Checking the Fuse
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Power Cable ................................
Turning on the Analyzer for the First Time
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Performing the Tracking-Generator Self-Calibration Routine
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Performing the YTF Self-Calibration Routine
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Electrostatic Discharge
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Reducing Damage Caused by ESD
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2. Getting Started
What You’ll Learn in this Chapter
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Getting Acquainted with the Analyzer
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Front-Panel Features
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Rear-Panel Features
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Data Controls ...............................
HoldKey ................................
Knob ..................................
Number/Units Keypad ..........................
StepKeys ................................
Fine-Focus Control ............................
Screen Annotation ..............................
Menu and Softkey Overview
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Making a Measurement
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Measurement Summary
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Improving Accuracy with Self-Calibration Routines
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Warm-Up Time
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Performing the Tracking Generator Self-Calibration Routine (Option 010 or 011
only) .................................
Performing the YTF Self-Calibration Routine (HP 8592L, HP 85933, HP 85953, or
HP 85963 Only) ............................
When Is Self-Calibration Needed?
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Memory Card Insertion and Battery Replacement
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Changing the Memory Card Battery
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Procedure to Change the Memory Card Battery
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HP 8590 E-Series Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	8590 E-Series
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English