External FM Deviation Accuracy

FM deviation accuracy is checked for CW frequencies from 500 MHz to 1.0 GHz. If the DUT meets the accuracy specification in this frequency range, accuracy in all other frequency ranges will be assured.

A measuring receiver is used to demodulate the FM signal and indicate the recovered FM deviation. The measuring receiver is calibrated prior to the measurement.

Instrument

Critical Specifications for This Test

Recommended Model

Measuring Receiver

FM Deviation Accuracy

8902A

Function Generator

none

33120A Opt 001, 33250A

Digital Voltmeter

AC True-RMS Accuracy

3458A

 

Connections and Setup Procedures

All test equipment requires a 30 minute warm-up period to ensure accurate performance.

In the following test setup, cables are designated as solid lines and direct connections are designated as dashed lines.

 

  1. Connect all test equipment as shown.

  2. Connect GPIB cables to all GPIB-controlled test equipment.

  3. While performing this test, follow all instructions on the controller display.
     

Measuring Receiver Calibration Setup

 

FM Deviation Accuracy Test Setup