SERIES 560-7XXX AND 5400-71XXX RF DETECTORS

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

1. INTRODUCTION 3. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS

This manual provides descriptions and specifica- Performance specifications for the Series 560-7XXX
t ions for ANRITSU Series 560-7 X X X an d and 5400-71XXX RF Detectors are listed in Table 1
5400-71XXX RF Detectors (Figure 1). It also con- on page 2.
tains procedures for field replacement of detector di-
odes in the model 5400-71B50 and 5400-71B75 RF 4. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF RF
detectors and most of the Series 560-7XXX RF detec- DETECTORS
tors.
ANRITSU RF Detectors are high-quality, precision
laboratory instruments and should receive the same
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
care and respect afforded such instruments. Follow
The ANRITSU Series 560-7XXX and 5400-71XXX the precautions listed below when handling or con-
RF Detectors use zero-biased Schottky diodes and necting these devices. Complying with these precau-
have a measurement range of –55 dBm to +16 dBm. tions will guarantee longer component life and less
equipment downtime due to connector or device fail-
The detectors are used with the Model 56100A and
ure. Also, such compliance will ensure that RF De-
562 Scalar Network Analyzers and with Series
tector failures are not due to misuse or abuse—two
541XXA, 540XXA, and 54XXA Scalar Measurement
failure modes not covered under the ANRITSU war-
Systems for making coaxial transmission loss or
ranty.
gain and power measurements. The detectors are
also used with the Site Master and Cable Mate Se- a. Beware of Destructive Pin Depth of Mating
ries Personal SWR/RL and Fault Location Testers Connectors. Based on RF components re-
for making power measurements. turned for repair, destructive pin depth of mat-
ing connectors is the major cause of failure in
the field. When an RF component connector is
mated with a connector having a destructive pin
depth, damage will usually occur to the RF com-
ponent connector. A destructive pin depth is one
that is too long in respect ot the reference plane
of the connector (Figure 2, page 3).
The center pin of a precision RF component con-
nector has a precision tolerance measured in
mils (1/1000 inch). The mating connectors of
various RF components may not be precision
NOTE: ANRITSU was for- types. Consequently, the center pins of these de-
merly known as WILTRON vices may not have the proper depth. The pin
depth of DUT connectors should be measured to
Figure 1. Typical Series 560-7XXX and 5400-71XXX assure compatibility before attempting to mate
RF Detectors
t h em w i t h R F D et ect or con ne c to r s . An
ANRITSU Pin Depth Gauge (Figure 3, page 3),
or equivalent, can be used for this purpose.

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NOTE: ANRITSU Company was formerly known as WILTRON Company. PRINTED: MARCH 2000
COPYRIGHT 1997 ANRITSU CO.
Table 1. 560-7XXX and 5400-71XXX RF Detectors Performance Specifications

Frequency
Model Frequency Range Impedance Return Loss Input Connector
Response
15 dB, <0.04 GHz
560-7A50 0.01 to 18 GHz 50Ω 22 dB, <8 GHz GPC-7 ±0.5 dB, 18 GHz
17 dB, <18 GHz
15 dB, <0.04 GHz
22 dB, <8 GHz ±0.5 dB, <18 GHz
560-7N50B 0.01 to 20 GHz 50Ω 17 dB, <18 GHz N(m) ±1.25 dB, <20 GHz
14 dB, <20 GHz
15 dB, <0.04 GHz
22 dB, <8 GHz ±0.5 dB, <18 GHz
560-7S50B 0.01 to 20 GHz 50Ω WSMA(m)
17 dB, <18 GHz ±1.25 dB, <20 GHz
14 dB, <20 GHz
15 dB, <0.04 GHz
22 dB, <8 GHz ±0.5 dB, <18 GHz
560-7S50-2 0.01 to 26.5 GHz 50Ω 17 dB, <18 GHz WSMA(m) ±1.25 dB, <26.5 GHz
14 dB, <26.5 GHz
12 dB, <0.04 GHz
22 dB, <8 GHz ±0.5 dB, <18 GHz
17 dB, <18 GHz ±1.25 dB, <26.5 GHz
560-7K50 0.01 to 40 GHz 50Ω 15 dB, <26.5 GHz K(m) ±2.2 dB, <32 GHz
14 dB, <32 GHz ±2.5 dB, <40 GHz
13 dB, <40 GHz
12 dB, <0.04 GHz
±0.8 dB, <20 GHz
19 dB, <20 GHz
560-7VA50 0.01 to 50 GHz 50Ω V(m) ±2.5 dB, <40 GHz
15 dB, <40 GHz
±3.0 dB, <50 GHz
10 dB, <50 GHz

5400-71B50 0.001 to 1.5 GHz 50Ω 20dB BNC(m) ±0.2 dB, <1.5 GHz

5400-71B75 0.001 to 1.5 GHz 75Ω 20 dB BNC(m) ±0.2 dB, <1.5 GHz

±0.2 dB, <1 GHz

5400-7N50 0.001 to 3 GHz 50Ω 26 dB N(m) ±0.3 dB, <3 GHz
26 dB, <2 GHz ±0.2 dB, <1 GHz
5400-71N75 0.001 to 3 GHz 75Ω 20 dB, <3 GHz N(m) ±0.3 dB, <3 GHz
±0.2 dB, <1 GHz
5400-71N75L* 0.005 to 1.2 GHz 75Ω 24 dB N(m) ±0.5 dB, <1.2 GHz

All Models:
Maximum Input Power: 100mW (+20 dBm)
Cable Length: 122 cm (4 ft)
Dimensions: 7.6 x 2.9 x 2.2 cm (3 x 1-1/8 x 7/8 in.)
Weight: 170g (6 oz)
* The input of the 5400-71N75L is limited to extend the damage level to 1W (+30 dBm)
The limit begins compression at 10 dBm <0.05 GHz, 15 dBm <1 GHz, or 20 dBm <1.2 GHz

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 Table 2. Allowable Device Under Test (DUT)
Connector Pin Depth

DUT ANRITSU Pin Depth

Pin Depth
Connector Gauging Gauge
(inches)
Type Set Model Reading

N-Male .207 –0.000 207 +0.000

01-163
N-Female +0.030 –0.030

+0.000 Same as
GPC-7 01-161
–0.030 Pin Depth

WSMA-Male –0.000 Same as

01-162
WSMA-Female –0.010 Pin Depth

SMA-Male, –0.000 Same as

01-162
SMA-Female –0.010 Pin Depth
Figure 2. N Connector Pin Depth Definition
3.5 mm-Male –0.000
Same as
3 . 5 01-162 –0.010
Pin Depth
mm-Female

K-Male, +0.000 Same as

01-162
K-Female –0.010 Pin Depth
0
1 1

2 2 handling. However, do not drop or otherwise

2
1 1
2
treat them roughly. Mechanical shock will sig-
nificantly reduce their service life.
3 3
d. Avoid Applying Excessive Power. T h e S e-
4 4 ries 560-7XXX and 5400-71XXX RF Detectors
5 are rated at +20 dBm (100 mW) maximum input
power. Exceeding this input power level, even
for short durations, will permanently damage
Figure 3. Pin Depth Gauge their internal components.

If the measured connector is out of tolerance in e. Do Not Disturb Teflon Tuning Washers on
the “+” region, the center pin is too long (see Ta- Connector Center Pins. The center conduc-
ble 2). Mating under this condition will likely tor of many RF component connectors contains a
damage the precision RF Detector connector. If small teflon tuning washer that is located near
the test device connector measures out of toler- the point of mating (Figure 4, page 4). This
ance in the “–” region, the center pin is too short. washer compensates for minor impedance dis-
This will not cause damage, but it will result in a continuities at the interface. Do not disturb this
poor connection and a consequent degradation washer. The location of this washer is critcal to
in performance. the performance of the RF component.

b. Avoid Over Torquing Connectors. O v e r f. Keep Connectors Clean. The precise geome-
torquing connectors is destructive; it may dam- try that makes possible the RF component’s high
age the connector center pin. Finger-tight is usu- performance can be easily disturbed by dirt or
ally sufficient for Type N connectors. Always use other contamination adhering to connector in-
a connector torque wrench (8 inch-pounds) when terfaces. When not in use, keep the connectors
tightening GPC-7, WSMA, K, or V type connec- covered.
tors. Never use pliers to tighten connectors. To clean the connector interfaces, use a clean
cotton swab that has been dampened with dena-
c. Avoid Mechanical Shock. RF Detectors are
tured alcohol. Figure 5, page 4 illustrates the
designed to withstand years of normal bench
cleaning of male and female connectors.

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 DENATURED
ALCOHOL
TEFLON WASHER

DAMPEN ONLY
DO NOT SATURATE

NOTE
The teflon washer is shown on a GPC-7
connector. A similar washer may be installed
on any ANRITSU precision connector.

Figure 4. Tuning Washer on GPC-7 Connector

NOTE
Most cotton swabs are too large to fit
in the smaller connector types. In MALE
these cases it is necessary to peel off
most of the cotton and then twist the
remaining cotton tight. Be sure that
the remaining cotton does not get
stuck in the connector. Cotton swabs
of the appropriate size can be pur-
chased through a medi-
cal-laboratory-type supply center.

The following are some important tips on clean-

ing connectors:
• Use only denatured alcohol as a cleaning sol-
vent. FEMALE

• Do not use excessive amounts of alcohol as

prolonged drying of the connector may be re-
quired.
• Never put lateral pressure on the center pin Figure 5. Cleaning Male and Female Connectors
of the connector.
5. DETECTOR DIODE REPLACEMENT
• If installed, do not disturb the teflon washer
on the center conductor pin. RF Detector models 5400-71B50 and 5400-71B75
are equipped with field-replaceable detector diodes;
• Verify that no cotton or other foreign mate- the series 560-7XXX RF Detectors, except for model
rial remains in the connector after cleaning 560-7VA50, are equipped with field-replaceable de-
it. tector diode modules. Paragraph 5.1 provides a pro-
• If available, use compressed air to remove cedure for replacing defective diodes in the models
foreign particles and to dry the connector. 5400-71B50 and 5400-71B75; paragraph 5.2 pro-
vides a procedure for replacing detector diode mod-
• After cleaning, verify that the center pin has ules in series 560-7XXX RF Detectors.
not been bent or damaged.

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Table 3 provides the diode/diode module part num- fective diode is removed, but before the replace-
ber for each RF detector model containing a ment diode is installed.
field-replaceable detector diode or diode module.
b. Test Equipment Required The detector di-
ode replacement procedures require a digital
Table 3. 560-7XXX and 5400-71XXX RF Detector
Diode/Diode Module Part Numbers multimeter (DMM) that has a display resolution
of at least 3-1/2 digits (John Fluke Model 8840A,
RF Detector Model
Diode or Diode or equivalent).
Module Part Number
5.1. Detector Diode Replacement for the
5400-71B50 10-21
Model 5400-71B50 and 5400-71B75 RF
5400-71B75 10-88 Detectors
5400-71N50 Factory Replacement Only The model 5400-71B50 and 5400-71B75 RF Detec-
tors are equipped with a field-replaceable detector
5400-71N75 Factory Replacement Only
diode. To replace, proceed as follows:
560-7A50 A7219A 1. Unfasten the four detector housing top cover
560-7N50B C24441 retaining screws. Remove the top cover.

560-7S50B C24441 2. Unplug the defective diode (Figure 6) from

the PCB subassembly and remove.
560-7S50-2 A7219B
3. Set the potentiometer R1 full clockwise (max-
560-7K50 ND19393 imum resistance).
560-7VA50 Factory Replacement Only 4. Connect the DMM leads between pins 1 and 2
of the RF detector cable connector (Figure 7).
NOTE Measure the resistance value, which is the
maximum resistance of R1 (approximately
R F Detector Models 5400-71N50, 40.5 KΩ is typical). Record this value; it will
5400-71N75, and 560-7VA50 do not have hereafter be referred to as “RT”.
field-replaceable detector diodes. Contact
your local ANRITSU Service Center for
assistance.

a. Required Adjustments Whenever the detec- 1 4

tor diode (or diode module) of the RF detector is
replaced, the two potentiometers that are part of 2 3
the RF detector PCB subassembly (Figures 6
(below) and 9 (page 6)) must be readjusted. The
potentiometer readjustment is done after the de- Figure 7. RF Detector Cable Connector Pin Layout

5. Obtain the “K” value from the replacement di-

DIODE ode container level (Figure 8, page 6).
6. Compute the set value for R1 as follows:
R1 R1set = K × RT
7. Adjust R1 counterclockwise until the DMM
indicates the R1set value calculated in step 6.
R4
8. Connect the DMM leads between pin 3 of the
RF detector cable connector and the cable
CATHODE END
shield.
Figure 6. Model 5400-71B50 and 5400-71B75 9. Obtain the “RO” value from the replacement
RF Detectors Housing Layout Diagram diode container label (Figure 8, page 6).

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 12. Reinstall the top cover, securing it with the
four retaining screws. This completes replace-
ANRITSU ment of the detector diode.
10 - 88
DETECTOR DIODE
K______________ 5.2. Detector Diode Module Replacement
R0 _____________
for the Series 560-7XXX RF Detectors
Series 560-7XXX RF Detectors, except for model
560-7VA50, are equipped with a field-replaceable di-
Figure 8. Replacement Diode Container Label
ode module that contains (in addition to the detector
diode) a thermistor, a resistor, and two capacitors.
10. Adjust R4 until the DMM indicates the “RO” To replace, proceed as follows:
value. Disconnect the DMM.
1. Unfasten the four detector housing top cover
11. Orient the cathode end (white dot) of the re- retaining screws. Remove the top cover.
placement diode as shown in Figure 6 (white
dot towards centerline of the detector PCB 2. Unfasten the two retaining screws that hold
subassembly). Insert the diode into the socket down the RF detector PCB subassembly (Fig-
of the PCB subassembly. ure 9).

RETAINING SCREWS (4)

LABEL

TOP COVER

CABLE RETAINER
A1 PCB
R4
MODULE LEAD R1
RECEPTACLES (3)
MODULE RETAINER
DETECTOR
DIODE MODULE
HOUSING
*SHIM

TYPE N
CONNECTOR
GPC-7
CONNECTOR * THE DETECTOR MAY OR MAY NOT INCLUDE THIS SHIM.
THE SHIM IS ADDED DURING MANUFACTURE AS NEEDED.
WSMA OR
K CONNECTOR

Figure 9. Series 560-7XXX RF Detectors, Exploded View

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 3. Slide the cable retainer out of the RF detector 8. Compute the set value for R1 as follows:
housing assembly. When the cable retainer R1set = K × RT
clears the housing, disconnect the PCB subas-
9. Adjust R1 counerclockwise until the DMM in-
sembly from the diode module. Remove the
dicates the R1set value calculated in step 8.
spring washer.
10. Connect the DMM leads between pin 3 of the
4. Remove the fiberglass module retainer from
RF detector cable connector and the cable
the detector housing. This retainer can be re-
shield.
moved by prying it out using a small screw-
driver, or by pulling it out using short, round 11. Obtain the “R0” value from the replacement
nose pliers. diode container label and adjust R4 until the
DMM indicates this value. Disconnect the
5. Remove the diode module from the rear of the
DMM.
connector body by pulling it straight out.
12. Orient the detector housing normally (Figure
6. Connect the DMM leads between pins 1 and 2
9, page 6). Insert the replacement diode mod-
of the RF detector cable connector (Figure 10).
ule into the rear of the connector body so that
Measure the resistance value, which is the
the center lead is on top.
maximum resistance of R1 (approximately
40.5 KΩ is typical). Record this value; it will 13. Orient the spring washer so that the two
hereafter be referred to as “RT”. curved flanges point toward the rear of the
detector housing and are positioned horizon-
tally (i.e., 3 o’clock and 9o’clock positions).
14. Insert fiberglass module retainer between the
1 4 replacement diode module and the spring
washer. push down on the retainer until fully
2 3 seated.
15. Orient the PCB subassembly normally as
shown in Figure 9 and insert it into the detec-
Figure 10. RF Detector Cable Connector Pin Layout tor housing so that the leads from the replace-
ment diode module mate with the connectors
on the PCB subassembly.
7. Obtain the “K” value from the replacement di-
ode container label (Figure 11). 16. Insert the cable retainer into the slot in the
detector housing.
17. Fasten the PCB subassembly into the detec-
tor housing using two retaining screws.
ANRITSU
A7219A 18. Reinstall the top cover, securing it with four
DETECTOR DIODE
K______________ retaining screws. This completes replacement
R0_____________ of the detector diode module.

6. ANRITSU Service Centers

Figure 11. Replacement Diode Module Container Label
Table 4, page 8, provides names and addresses of
ANRITSU Service Centers.

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Table 4. ANRITSU Service Centers

UNITED STATES FRANCE KOREA

ANRITSU COMPANY ANRITSU S.A ANRITSU KOREA (AWK)
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FAX: 408-776-1744 Telephone: 016-44-66-546 Telephone: 02-782-7156
COMPANY FAX: 016-44-61-065 FAX: 02-782-4590
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Fairfield, NJ 07004 GERMANY SINGAPORE
Telephone: (201) 227-8999 ANRITSU GmbH ANRITSU (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD
FAX: 201-575-0092 Grafenberger Allee 54-56 3 Shenton Way #24-03
D-40237 Dusseldorf Shenton House
AUSTRALIA Germany Singapore 0106
ANRITSU PTY. LTD. Telephone: 0211-968550 Telephone: 2265206
Unit 3, 170 Foster Road FAX: 0211-9685555 FAX: 2265207
Mt Waverley, VIC 3149
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Telephone: 015-82-41-88-53
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 WARRANTY
The ANRITSU product(s) listed on the title page is (are) warranted against defects in ma-
terials and workmanship for one year from the date of shipment.
ANRITSU’s obligation covers repairing or replacing products which prove to be defective
during the warranty period. Buyers shall prepay transportation charges for equipment
returned to ANRITSU for warranty repairs. Obligation is limited to the original pur-
chaser. ANRITSU is not liable for consequential damages.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
The foregoing warranty does not apply to ANRITSU connectors that have failed due to
normal wear. Also, the warranty does not apply to defects resulting from improper or in-
adequate maintenance by the Buyer, unauthorized modification or misuse, or operation
outside of the environmental specifications of the product. No other warranty is ex-
pressed or implied, and the remedies provided herein are the Buyer’s sole and exclusive
remedies.

TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
V Connector and K Connector are registered trademarks of ANRITSU Company.

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