A.9 Option 20: High Power RF Output
Option 20 provides a higher power output than is normally available. Option 20A uses PIN
diodes and can operate with frequency sweep while the option is installed. Option 20B uses a
mechanical relay to switch 2 GHz or less. The instrument cannot be used for frequency sweep
with option 20B because it would wear out the mechanical relay.
Option 20A changes the specification for Maximum Leveled Output Power +20 dBm; Option
20B changes the output power to +22 dBm.
The components required for Options 20A and 20B are listed at the end of this section.
A.9.1
Implementation of Option 20
With Option 20 installed, an amplifier module is added. As shown in Figure A-1, the amplifier
module is switched into the RF output path when this option is activated. The amplifier module
contains separate amplifiers for frequencies above and below 2 GHz.
A.9.2
Activating & Deactivating Option 20
From the front panel, Option 20 is controlled by selecting Special Function 29, and pressing
[ON] or [OFF] to activate or deactivate the option.
During remote control operation, Option 20 is activated by the command PH1 and deactivated
by the command PH0.
A.9.3
Special Characteristics of Option 20
Although Option 20 makes possible a much higher power output, the required modifications of
the RF output path have two effects which should be noted. First, maximum output power with
the option deactivated is slightly lower than it would be if the option were not installed. Second,
Figure A-1. Switches and Amplifiers for Option 20
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