RF Semiconductor Test AXRF RF Port Upgrade Kits

RF Semiconductor Test AXRF RF Port Upgrade Kits 2017 Datasheet The most important thing we build is trust Overview AXRF RF Port Upgrade Kits are designed to improve and extend the capability of an existing AXRF The maximum number of RF test ports can be doubled from 8 to 16 enabling a single AXRF to test either multiple devices (multi-site) or more complex devices with a higher number of RF inputs and outputs. The number of occupied slots is reduced by up to 3 thus freeing space to enable tighter integration of additional 3 rd party PXI modules leading to more compact lower cost solutions. Superior RF performance is achieved helping to improve yield. Measurement of harmonics between 6 GHz and 12 GHz 1 The AXRF RF Port Upgrade Kit comprises plug-in modules to replace existing RF port modules (RFM, RFSM & DRPM). Each kit comprises one 3092 RFDM module and one or more 3094 QRPM modules for customer installation. Once fitted, the AXRF remains 100% backwards compatible for use with existing AXRF applications and delivers improved levels of AXRF performance for; port isolation, channel matching and noise floor for greater levels of RF testing capability. 1 AXRF option 10 required, user calibration above 6 GHz

Key Features Up to 16 bi-directional RF test ports can be multiplexed between 1 or 2 VSG and 1 VSA instrument in a single 4U PXI chassis. 3092 RFDM RF Distribution Module The 3092 is a single slot wide RF conditioning module with integrated noise source. This module combines the functionality of the existing RFM and RFSM modules in AXRF in a single module. Two VSG inputs at InA, InB can be combined and then distributed to 4 output ports, Out 1-4. Where a 2 nd VSG is present in the system then this arrangement permits 2 tone intermodulation tests to be performed on multiple test sites simultaneously. An internal noise source can be selected to replace the VSG input at InA. This arrangement enables AXRF to be used to perform noise figure measurements on LNA devices. RF switching is provided to route measure paths, CH1-4 to one of two ports Meas1, Meas2 on which a VSA is connected. The ability to connect a 2 nd VSA is supported.

3094 QRPM Quad RF port module The 3094 is a single slot module RF conditioning module featuring four RF Test Ports each with a wideband dual directional coupler. This arrangement enables 2 port S parameter and vector signal analysis measurements to be performed. The design enables simultaneous RF output on two ports 1 & 3, 1 & 4, 2 & 3 or 2 & 4. Independent RF level control on both outputs enables paths to be balanced. This arrangement is design to speed up multi-site PA power servo loop operations. AXRF performance improvements with the upgrade kit fitted RF output range is increased to 15 dbm RF input sensitivity to <-151 dbm/hz for small signal measurement Return loss at the RF test port is improved to >18 db for improved scalar and noise figure measurement accuracy Port to Port isolation is improved to >80 db for improved scalar measurement accuracy Measurement functions S11, S12, S22, S21 Modulation Quality o EVM, RCE, Rho, phase/amplitude error, skew, gain imbalance, carrier leak Spectral emissions o ACPR, modulation spectrum, OBW, SEM P1dB, IP2, IP3 Noise Figure, Gain, Isolation Power Added Efficiency (PAE) Frequency error Rise/fall time

Configurations Four kits are available (4, 8, 12 and 16 RF ports). Four RF test ports are provided for each 3094 fitted. RF link cables supplied with each kit provide interconnection between modules. 3092 connects directly to the existing VSG(s) and VSA in the AXRF. There are two RF link connections between each 3094 and the 3092. Typical module configuration and cable connections for a 16 RF port upgrade

Specifications All specifications are defined with the retrofit kit installed in a AXRF fitted with option 9 or 10 and 11 or 12 following system warm up time of 30 mins and operating at an ambient temperature of +23 +/- 5 degrees C and within 90 days of a user runtime calibration using AutoCal accessory unit (AXRF-ACAL-8), fan speed set to high. Specifications are met using AXRF driver software version 5.1.0 or later. FREQUENCY CHARACTERISTICS Frequency Range 50 MHz to 6000 MHz Usable for measurement of harmonics between 6 GHz and 12 GHz with AXRF option 10 fitted. User calibration is required above 6 GHz. Frequency Resolution F <3 GHz 3 GHz < F < 6 GHz 6 GHz < F < 12 GHz 1 Hz 2 Hz 4 Hz Singe Sideband Phase noise -115 dbc/hz (typical) @ 20 khz offset -135 dbc/hz @ 1 MHz offset At F = 2 GHz, Internal 10 MHz reference RF TEST PORT SPECIFICATION Ports 1 to 4 on 3094 QRPM RF INPUT Measurement Range Up to +20 dbm (PEP) Damage Level (max) 50 Vdc +30 dbm (PEP) +25 dbm (PEP) -20 dbm measurement level < -20 dbm measurement level F <0.4 GHz >20 db typ Return Loss 0.4 GHz F < 4 GHz >21 db typ 4 GHz F < 6 GHz >16 db typ F 500 MHz 20 MHz Instantaneous Bandwidth 500 < F 1 GHz 36 MHz F > 1 GHz 90 MHz Frequency Flatness 200 MHz < F 500 MHz 200 MHz < F 500 MHz 0.5 GHz < F 1 GHz F > 1 GHz ±0.5 db ±0.65 db ±1.25 db ±2 db Over a 5 MHz bandwidth Over a 20 MHz bandwidth Over a 67 MHz bandwidth Over a 90 MHz bandwidth Level Settling Time 250 us typ With fixed 3035C/3036 RF Digitizer RF Level. Excluding time for PC to send SW command. Average Noise Density (dbm/hz) 0.4 GHz 2 GHz 6 GHz -153.5 typ -149 typ -150 typ At front panel with measurement level set below -45 dbm Third Order Intermodulation (IP3) 0.4 GHz F < 6 GHz 35 dbm typ At front panel with two 0 dbm tones, 200 khz apart. Measurement level set to +3 dbm.

RF OUTPUT Max Output Level (P1dB) Return Loss Level Resolution Level Accuracy <2 GHz 2 GHz F < 4 GHz 4 GHz F < 5 GHz 5 GHz F 6 GHz <0.4 GHz 0.4 GHz F< 4 GHz 4 GHz F 6 GHz <0.02 db 3 GHz >3 GHz >15 dbm >14 dbm >13 dbm >12 dbm >20 db typ >21 db typ >16 db typ ±0.55 db typ ±0.75 db typ Applicable to signals output from Ports 1 to 4 and measured at the front panel. Measured at front panel Level Repeatability 0.02 db typ at 0 dbm Measured with fixed settings Measured at 0 dbm, at the physical calibration point and at the calibration temperature. Level Settling Times Spectral Purity Third Order Intercept point (OIP3) Modulation Modes Modulation Flatness 250 us typ Spurious Harmonics < 3 GHz 3 6 GHz <-62 dbc typ <-38 dbc typ 21 dbm typ 19 dbm typ CW, Internal AM and FM, Internal I/Q <±3.6 db from centre frequency over 90 MHz With fixed 302xC RF Signal Generator RF Level. Excluding time for PC to send SW command. At -5 dbm, and >500 Hz offset. At -5 dbm, Including sub-harmonics. With two tones 200 khz apart at -5 dbm output level per tone Above 375 MHz SCALAR MEASUREMENTS Source Port to Measure Port Isolation Scalar Amplitude Measurement Accuracy Scalar Amplitude Measurement Repeatability Scalar Measurement Rate < 1 GHz >80 db RF Ports on separate 3094 modules 1 GHz >80 db < 1 GHz 75 db typ RF Ports on the same 3094 module 1 GHz 65 db typ ±0.2 db typ At 0 dbm, relative to autocal measurements. ±0.15 db typ (fixed settings) At 0 dbm Capture only: IF capture 2.0 ms per point IQ capture 1.8 ms per point Setup included: IF capture 7.7 ms per point IQ capture 8.6 ms per point

NOISE MEASUREMENTS Calibration Type Excess Noise Source Noise Source ENR 28-35 db typ Noise Figure Range >2 db For DUT gain > 10 db Noise Figure Accuracy 2 GHz +0.9 db/-1.2 db Measurement Repeatability Measurement rate Results <±0.4 db With Setup and 3ms delay included: 21 ms per point Noise figure db DUT gain db Typical with 16 ksamples, 8 Msps capture, no averaging, at calibration temperature. DUT: 4.5 db Noise figure and 12 db Gain 16ksamples, 8 Msps capture, no averaging. DUT: 4.5 db NF, 12 db Gain Note: Repeatability is a function of the number of samples. With 16 ksamples, no averaging. VECTOR AND RETURN LOSS MEASUREMENTS Source level range Accuracy Measurement Repeatability Measurement Rate Two Port Calibration Type Results Broadband Load Measurement +5 to -35 dbm S11 or S22: <±0.4 db, < ±2.5 degrees typ S21 or S12: <±0.3 db, <±2.5 degrees typ S11 or S22: 0.1-6 GHz: <±0.11 db, < ±1.4 degrees typ S21 or S12: 0.1-6 GHz: <±0.12 db, <±1.2 degrees typ Capture only: 4 ms per set of 2-port S-parameters. 3 ms per point for return loss. With setup included: 16 ms per set of 2-port S-parameters. 11 ms per point for return loss. Short, open, load, through S11, S12, S21, S22, Return Loss Measured Return Loss 0.2-3 GHz: >40 db typ 3-6 GHz: >35 db typ Open or Short, 0 dbm level 0 db gain, 0 dbm level Short, 0 dbm level 0 db gain, 0 dbm level With 0 ms measurement delay Implemented with Autocal unit Load used: Agilent 85033-60010

MODULATION QUALITY MEASUREMENT 802.11a 0.40 %, -48 db 2 typ 802.11a at -10 dbm, 5825 MHz, 54 Mb/s, QAM64,20 MHz bandwidth Loopback Residual EVM rms 802.11g 802.11ac LTE 0.39 %, -48 db 2 typ 0.53 %, -46 db 3 typ 0.35 %, -49 db typ 802.11g at -7 dbm, 2450 MHz, 54 Mb/s, QAM64, 20 MHz bandwidth 802.11ac at -10 dbm, 5825 MHz, MCS 9, 80 MHz bandwidth LTE FDD at -8 dbm, 2570 MHz, Uplink, QAM64, 20 MHz bandwidth UMTS 0.45 %, -47 db typ UMTS at -10 dbm, 2100 MHz, Uplink, FDD INTERNAL FREQUENCY REFERENCE Frequency 10 MHz Aging Rate 0.001 ppm per day 0.1 ppm per year Temperature Stability Better than ±1 x 10-8 typ Output 2V p-p Nominal square wave into 50 ohms Coupling AC EXTERNAL FREQUENCY REFERENCE Frequency 10 MHz ±100 Hz Input 0.4 to 4V p-p ENVIRONMENTAL Temperature 0 to 40 C Operating RH <80% 5 to 31 C, decreasing linearly to 50% at 40 C Altitude 2000 m Storage Temperature RH 20 to 70 C 5 to 93% non-condensing Altitude 2000 m COMPLIANCE Meets essential requirements of applicable European Directives, as amended for CE marking: Safety EN 61010-1 (2010) Low-Voltage Directive (safety): 73/ 23/EEC EMC EN 61326-1 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC): 9/336/EEC 2 Preamble only, Phase, timing and amplitude tracking enabled. 3 Preamble+Data, Phase, timing and amplitude tracking enabled.

GENERAL Dimensions (WxHxL) Weight DC Power Consumption Minimum external PC Requirements 465.3 mm x 191.5 mm x 470.6 mm 19.8 kg < 300 W OS Win7/32 or Win7/64 x1 vacant PCIe half or full height expansion slot x1 USB 2.0 port x1 USB 2.0 or 3.0 port 4 Gb RAM Side carrying handle and feet fitted Fully configured with 16 RF Test Ports, 2 VSGs and embedded PC controller Deduct 1.3 kg when 2 nd VSG option 12 is not fitted Deduct 1.0 kg when embedded system controller option 6 is not fitted Fully configured with 16 RF test ports, 2 VSGs and embedded PC controller 3.3 Vdc current = <15A 5 Vdc current = <33A 12 Vdc current = <5A -12 Vdc current = <1.7A For use with AXRF AutoCal For use with AXRF AutoCal 8 Gb recommended Ordering Information AXRF RF Port Upgrade Kits are offered factory fitted with AXRF or for customer installation to an existing AXRF. Option Description 46885/767 Four Enhanced RF Test Ports 46885/768 Eight Enhanced RF Test Ports 46885/769 Twelve Enhanced RF Test Ports 46885/770 Sixteen Enhanced RF Test Ports Supplied with: CDROM containing AXRF software and installation guide SMA link cables Printed safety instructions