Instruction Manual

Millivoltmeter

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PARSIPPANY, N. J. 07054
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I INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
1.2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
1.2.1 Frequency Capability
1.2.2 Voltaqe Capability
1.2.3 True RMS Response
1.2.4 Low Noise
1.2.5 Minimal Zero Adjustment
1.2.6 DC Output

II SPECIFICATIONS

III OPERATION 12
3.1 IIXSTALLATION 12
3.1.1 Operating Controls and Indicators 12
3.2 OPERATING PROCEDURES 13

3.2.1 Initial Operating Procedure 13

3.3 OPERATING NOTES 14
3.3.1 Overload Limits 14
3.3.2 Connection for Measurements Below 100 MHz 14
3.3.3 Connection for Measurements Above 100 MHz 14

3.3.4 Low-Level Measurement 15

3.3.5 Making the Zero Adjustment 16
3.3.6 Signal Overload on 1 mV Range 16

3.3.7 Temperature Effects 16

3.3.8 Hum, Noise, and Spurious Pickup 17

3.4 DC OUTPUT 17

3.5 LOW FREQUENCY MEASUREMENTS 17

3.6 CORRECTION CURVE FOR MODEL Pl-8B, 50 OHM ADAPTER 17

3.7 CORRECTION CURVE FOR MODEL Pl-14A, 50 Otll\l TEE ADAPTER 17

IV THEORY OF OPERATION 19

GENERAL 19
4.1
4.1.1 RF Probe 19

4.1.2 Attenuator and Amplifiers 20

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4.1.3 C~ynchro~~ous Detector 2 II

4.1.4 Shaping Amplifier 21
4.1.5 Chopper-Driver Circuits 21
4.1.6 Power Supply 21
4.1.7 Programming 21

MAINTENANCE 22
5.1 PERIODIC CALIBRATION 22
5.2 PRECAUTIONS WIIEN CIIECKING CALIBRATION 22
5.3 CALIBRATION CflECK 23
5.4 CALIBRATIO~J PROCEDURE 23
5.5 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE 25
5.5.1 Cover Removal 25
5.5.2 Chopper Replacement 25
5.5.3 VOltSJe and KesiStanCe Tests 25
5.5.4 Test Points 26
5.5.5 Replacement of RI‘ Probes 2 F,
5.5.6 Probe Tests 26

',' I INTERFACE 32
6.1 INPUT CHARACTERISTICS 32
6.2 INPUT PULL-UP 33
6.3 ANtALCG OUTPUT 33

CIIARTS AND DRAWINGS

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Inpu t Resistance of RF Probe as a Function of Input Leve 1 and Frequency 10

Input Capacitance vs Input Level of Zlodel 91-12F Probe (Pleasured at 10 MHz1 11
Typical SWR of Model 91-12F RI Probe with Model 91-8B 50 c Adapter 11
Typical SWR of Model 9l-12F RF Probe with Model 91-14A Type N Tee Adapter
and Model 91-15A 50 :2 Termination 11
Assembly of I.lodel 91-14A Type N Tee Adapter 15
Model 91-8B 50 9 BNC Adapter Correction Curve ia
Model 91-14A Type N Tee Adapter Correction Curve 18
Block Diagram 19

Calibration Instructions 24

Frequency Response Test Setup 30

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10 Swept Frequency Response Test Setup 31

11 Pin Designations 32
12 External Connections 33
SCHEMATICS Endpapers

TABLES

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Required Accessories
Crest I‘actors 9
Model 920 Controls and Indicators 12
Connection Recommendations 15
TABLE OF REPLACEABLE PARTS 34

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1iJTRODUCTIO:S

1.1 GENERAL

The Elodcl 92 Series RF Millivoltmeter provides an accurate readout of measurements from the
low radio frequencies to the gigahertz region, over a voltage range of 200 UV to 3 volts.
It is a proqrammable, solid-state instrument of high sensitivity and accuracy, characterized
by Iliqh input impedance (see Figures 1 and 2), excellent stability, and low noise.

The Model 92 exhibits true rms response for input signals up to 30 millivolts, gradually
approaching peak-to-peak above this level. The meter, however, is calibrated to indicate
nns of a sine wave above 30 mV.

Input and output connections for external control and readou t are provided by a 22-pin
sard-eL1<lc connector at the rear of the instrument.

;i linear dc output, whose level is proportional to the rf input voltage, is also provided
.it a rear connector. This may be used to drive a recorder, remote indicator, or other analog
.levices.

The 92 offers a convenient and accurate means for making a wide variety of measurements.
T:,I;ical uses of this instrument include:

In transistor testing the instrument may be used to measure 0, ft, and other transistor
parameters.

SWR and return loss measurement using the Model 92 Series with bridge methods, directional
couplers, and adjustable or slotted lines.

~aln and loss measurements in wide-band amplifiers, including such design characteristics
is stage qain, flatness of the pass band, upper cut-off or corner frequency, negative feedback
factors, and other parameters.

Proper adjustment of tuned circuits in narrow-band amplifiers.

The adjustment, measurement of performance, and evaluation of rf filter parameters.

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