Keysight (Agilent HP) E8356A Repair Service
Product model
E8356A PNA Network Analyzer to 300KHz to 3GHzServices
Complete Agilent E8356A Network Analyzer repair and calibration, even after factory support ends. Free estimates and quick turnaround times.
Description
The Keysight E8356A vector network analyzer is a member of the PNA Series network analyzer platform and provides the combination of speed and precision for the demanding needs of today's high frequency, high-performance component test requirements. The PNA Series meets these testing challenges by providing the right combination of fast sweep speeds, wide dynamic range, low trace noise and flexible connectivity.
Repair prices
Any failures or unforeseen issues identified during the calibration phase will be detailed in an estimate submitted for your approval prior to any further action. Repair charges are determined by the actual time and materials required. Please be aware that customers are responsible for all associated shipping costs, to and from our location. This initial estimate is provided free of charge.
E8356A Specifications – click to expand
E8356A Specifications
- PNA-series vector network analyzer
- Windows-based with color display, LAN and GPIB interfaces
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency range | 300 kHz to 3 GHz |
E8356A Options – click to expand
E8356A Options
- 010, Time Domain
- 014, Configurable Test Set
- 1CM, Rack Mount Kit
Agilent / HP E8356A Error Codes – click to expand
Agilent E8356A Error Messages
The E8356A messages below are the ones that point to hardware, followed by what a failed performance test means on this model.
E8356A on-screen error messages
| Message | Meaning and where to look |
|---|---|
| PHASE LOCK LOST | The A11 phase lock board sees too little reference-receiver signal to lock. Cause can be in the source, signal separation (couplers, switch) or receiver path. Check the A10 frequency reference output and the reference receiver first. |
| SOURCE UNLEVELED | The source leveling loop is open. On the E8356A start with the A12 source assembly and the A16 test set motherboard. |
E8356A failed performance test – likely cause
| Failed test | What it points to |
|---|---|
| Source power accuracy / linearity | Run the source calibration adjustment; if it still fails, the source (A12 source) is suspect. |
| Source maximum power output | Follow the signal through the separation path (switch, couplers, attenuators) to find the loss. |
| Frequency accuracy | Measure the rear-panel 10 MHz REF OUT; more than about 10 Hz off calls for the 10 MHz reference adjustment. |
| Trace noise | Rarely fails alone; run the receiver calibration adjustment, then suspect the A6 SPAM board. |
| Receiver compression / noise floor / dynamic accuracy | Points to the A18–A21 receivers or the A6 SPAM board. Receivers are identical, so swapping two channels confirms a bad one. |
| Calibration coefficients | Tracking terms only: run the receiver calibration adjustment. Any other error term failing means a hardware fault. |
| System crosstalk | Loose RF cable, or isolation loss in the receivers or the receiver/test set motherboard. Tighten all cables and receiver screws first. |
SCPI error ranges
| Range | Class |
|---|---|
| −100 to −199 | Command errors |
| −200 to −299 | Execution errors |
| −300 to −399 | Device-specific errors |
| −400 to −499 | Query errors |
Hardware error on your E8356A? Analyzer Repair Inc. repairs and calibrates the Agilent E8356A in-house in Cocoa, Florida. Free estimate once the unit is in our lab. Contact us for service.
Based on the Agilent E8356A/E8357A/E8358A PNA Service Guide (E8356-90002).
Agilent / HP E8356A Replaceable Parts – click to expand
Agilent E8356A Replaceable Assemblies and Part Numbers
Assembly-level part numbers for the E8356A. Check your options before ordering option-only parts.
| Reference | Assembly | Agilent part number | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Keypad assembly | E8356-60001 | |
| A2 | Display assembly | E8356-60002 | |
| A3 | Front panel interface board | E8361-60061 | |
| A4 | Power supply assembly | 0950-3384 | |
| A6 | SPAM board | E8356-60006 | |
| A8 | Fractional-N synthesizer board | E8356-60008 | |
| A10 | Frequency reference board | E8356-60010 | |
| A11 | Phase lock board | E8356-60011 | |
| A12 | Source assembly | E8356-60031 | Exchange E8356-69031 |
| A14 | Motherboard | E8356-60014 | |
| A15 | CPU board, 500 MHz | E8364-60025 | Replaces 266 MHz board; also needs HDD E8801-60063 |
| A16 | Test set motherboard | E8356-60049 | |
| A17 | LODA | E8356-60017 | |
| A18–A21 | Receiver modules (A, R1, R2, B) | E8356-60018 | Exchange E8356-69018; 4 required |
| A22 | Switch splitter | 5087-7019 | Exchange 5087-6019 |
| A23, A24 | Test port couplers | 5087-7020 | Exchange 5087-6020 |
| A25, A26 | 70 dB step attenuators | 33321-60056 | |
| A27, A28 | 35 dB receiver step attenuators | 33325-60008 | Option 015 |
| A30 | Floppy disk drive | 0950-2782 | |
| A31 | Programmed hard disk drive | E8801-60063 | For 500 MHz CPU (E8356-60076 for 266 MHz CPU) |
| B1 | Fan | 3160-1085 | 3 required |
Part obsolete? Many E8356A assemblies are no longer sold new. Analyzer Repair Inc. repairs E8356A boards and RF modules at the component level in Cocoa, Florida. Free estimate once the unit is in our lab. Contact us for service.
From the Agilent E8356A/E8357A/E8358A PNA Service Guide (E8356-90002).
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