The manual for the HP 8481A, 8482A, and 8483A Power Sensors provides detailed instructions on initial inspection, performance tests, adjustments, operation, troubleshooting, and repair. It includes specifications, calibration factor data, and recommended test equipment, ensuring accurate power measurements when connected to compatible power meters like the HP 435B, 436A, 437B, or 438A.
Overview
The HP 8481A, 8482A, and 8483A Power Sensors are designed for measuring the average power supplied by an RF source. They connect to both the RF source and a compatible power meter, such as the HP 435B, 436A, 437B, or 438A Power Meter. The sensors place a load on the RF source and the power meter indicates the power dissipated in this load. The HP 8481A and 8482A have a 50-ohm load, while the HP 8483A has a 75-ohm load. These sensors measure power levels from -30 dBm to +20 dBm, at frequencies ranging from 10 MHz to 18 GHz for the HP 8481A, 100 kHz to 4.2 GHz for the HP 8482A, and 100 kHz to 2 GHz for the HP 8483A. The manual covers initial inspection, performance tests, adjustments, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of these power sensors.
Specifications
- HP 8481A
- Power Range: ~30 dBm to +20 dBm (1 »W — 100 mW)
- Frequency Range: 10 MHz — 18 GHz
- Nominal Impedance: 5002
- Maximum SWR. (Reflection Coefficient): 10 MHz to 30 MHz <1.4 (0.166)
- 30 MHz to 50 MHz <1.18 (0.083)
- 50 MHz to 2 GHz <1.10 (0.048)
- 2 GHz to 12.4 GHz <1.18 to 0.083)
- 19.4 GHz to 18 GHz <1.28 (0.123)
- Maximum Power: 300 mW Average
- Maximum Peak Power: 15W Peak
- Maximum Energy/Pulse: 30W – ys
- RF Connector: Type N Male
Controls & Indicators
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Installation / Setup
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Operation
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Troubleshooting & Error Codes
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Safety & Warnings
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Download OPERATION Operation manual (PDF – 1.2 MB)
HP-8481A-8482A-8483A Operation Manual PDF: Guides technicians in operating, troubleshooting, and calibrating the equipment. File size: 1.2 MB.
- Brand: Hp-8481a-8482a-8483a
- Model: OPERATION
- Type: Operation manual
- File size: 1.2 MB
Overview
Brief overview of the product.
Specifications
- Key spec 1
- Key spec 2
Controls & Indicators
Control panel/button layout.
Installation / Setup
- Step 1…
- Step 2…
Operation
Basic usage, modes, cycles.
Troubleshooting & Error Codes
| Issue / Code | Fix |
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| Example | How to fix… |
Safety & Warnings
- Important warning…
Downloads
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