TSP #151 - Teardown & Experiments with Agilent mm-Wave W-Band (75 - 110GHz) T/R Module & Controller

In this episode Shahriar does a deep dive into the operation and architecture of Agilent/HP mm-Wave Extension Modules and Controller. The Agilent 85015A and W85104A work in conjunction and as the front-end for a W-Band (75-110GHz) S-Parameter T/R set. Although the mainframe system (HP 8510 Network Analyzer) is not available, a close look at the block diagrams reveals that the controller can be driven via external synthesizers to provide LO and RF signals. The detailed explanation of the entire system is presented from the ground up. The full teardown of the mm-wave controller and T/R module are also presented and by reverse engineering the GPIB commands, the T/R module is brought to life. Several experiments show the full functionality of the system including a high-resolution CW radar demonstration. One Simple Wish Foundation: https://www.onesimplewish.org/ The Signal Path www.TheSignalPath.com    / thesignalpath   www.Patreon.com/TheSignalPath