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HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer -frequency microscope-

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maxwell3e10:
I poked a little more at the 53305A phase analysis software. It is written in Visual Basic 3.0, so can be almost perfectly decompiled to original code using DoDi decompiler: http://vbdis4.angelfire.com/
It maybe possible to recompile it in a newer version of VB and including newer GPIB drivers so the program would work on a modern computer.

I don't have any experience doing VB programming, though. So if anyone with experience wants to jump in, it would go a lot faster. I can share the VB3.0 code I have so far.

rfspezi:
I wonder if the 53310A can be used to measure Allan deviation with a software like TimeLab or similar?

maxwell3e10:
See this thread https://www.eevblog.com/forum/metrology/hp53310a-and-other-counter-allan-deviation/

HP53310 has low noise floor for Allan deviation measurements, but it has some limitations. It can not do gap-free long-term measurements. You can either get separate readings with some gaps or store continuous measurements for a maximum of 800 sec into memory.

kj7e:
I was able to pick up a nice 53310A including Option 31 (2.5GHz Channel C).  Also found a second 53310A that was listed as having some display problems for cheap but it included Option 10 (HP 10811 OCXO).  The entire back panel assembly is Option 10, just swapped them around and now I have a fully functional unit with Option 10 and 31.  Also have 4x CY7C194-25PC CY7C194 64K x 4 Static RAM's coming so I can give it option 01, thanks TurboTom for the info above!

Option 10 OCXO and linear power supply which always runs;


The 10811 OCXO;







Only had a few min here and there to play with it, but found some interesting things regarding my 10MHz references.

HP 53132A with High Stability OCXO (HP Option 10);


BG7TBL GPSDO with UCT 108663 OCXO;


BG7TBL 10MHz Distribution Amp with UCT 108663 OCXO;


Siglent AWG reference out;



BG7TBL Distribution Amp with GPSDO feeding;


So the cleanest signal appears to be from the BG7TBL distribution amp when being fed from the GPSDO, followed by the distribution amp running on its internal UCT 108663 OCXO, then GPSDO direct, then the HP 53132A's 10811 OCXO out, then the Siglent AWG reference out.  Interesting that the distribution amp seems to clean up the GPSDO some.  Anyway, this is far from scientific, just me fooling around.  I have lots to read and lean about this instrument and how to use it properly.

kj7e:
Just for future reference, found a bunch of HP Application Notes for the 53310A;


AN-1200-1    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Simplified Motor Spin-Up Analysis
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-1.pdf

AN-1200-2    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Direct Characterization of Motion Control Systems
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-2.pdf

AN-1200-3    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - VCO Step Response Analysis Made Easy
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-3.pdf

AN-1200-4    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Quick Identification of Periodic Jitter Sources
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-4.pdf

AN-1200-5    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Fast Characterization of Pulse Width Encoded Data
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-5.pdf

AN-1200-6    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Simple Analysis of Frequency Modulation
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-6.pdf

AN-1200-7    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Simplified Analysis of Phase-Locked Loop Capture
and Tracking Range
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-7.pdf

AN-1200-8    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Single Shoot Frequency Profiling of Chirped Radars Made Easy
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-8.pdf

AN-1200-9    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Histograms Simplify Analysis of Random Jitter
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-9.pdf

AN-1200-10    1990    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Examine Channel Switching Characteristics of
Cellular Radios
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-10.pdf

AN-1200-11    1993    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Examine GMSK Modulation in GSM and PCN Mobile Communications Systems
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-11.pdf

AN-1200-12    1991    53310A    HP 53310A Modulation Domain Analyzer - Peak Deviation and Center Frequency Measurements for CT2 and DECT Radios
http://hpmemoryproject.org/an/pdf/an_1200-12.pdf


Links to all the guides, operating and service manuals;

http://www.ko4bb.com/getsimple/index.php?id=manuals&dir=HP_Agilent/HP_53310_Modulation_Domain_Analyzer

HP 53310A Operating Reference.pdf
https://doc.xdevs.com/doc/HP_Agilent_Keysight/HP%2053310A%20Operating%20Reference.pdf

HP 53310A Opt. 31 User.pdf
https://doc.xdevs.com/doc/HP_Agilent_Keysight/HP%2053310A%20Opt.%2031%20User.pdf

HP 53310A Programming Quick Reference.pdf
https://doc.xdevs.com/doc/HP_Agilent_Keysight/HP%2053310A%20Programming%20Quick%20Reference.pdf

HP 53310A Programming Reference.pdf
https://doc.xdevs.com/doc/HP_Agilent_Keysight/HP%2053310A%20Programming%20Reference.pdf

HP 53310A Ser.pdf
https://doc.xdevs.com/doc/HP_Agilent_Keysight/HP%2053310A%20Ser.pdf

HP 53310A Service.pdf
https://doc.xdevs.com/doc/HP_Agilent_Keysight/HP%2053310A%20Service.pdf

Disappointingly, I was not able to find any HP Journal articles.

Edit, attaching a cached PDF of Geller Labs overview

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