DC Bias Source Test

(All models with Option 309)

This test verifies that the DC Bias circuitry is operational. A BNC tee is placed on the digital multimeter. A 50 ohm termination is connected to one side of the tee.

Test type:

functional

Related specification:

DC bias variable-voltage source (nominal)

Related adjustment:

none

Required Test Equipment

Test Equipment

Recommended Model Number
(see main equipment list for alternative models)

Digital multimeter

3458A

50 ohm termination

909A Option 012

Cable, BNC

8120-2582

Adapter, BNC (f) to SMB (f)

1250-0562

Adapter, Type-N (f) to BNC (m)

1250-1477

BNC Tee

1250-0781

Banana plug

1251-2277

 

Connection Setups

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DC Bias Source Test Setup