Welcome to Agilent E6474A Wireless Network Optimization Platform About this guide Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Thank you for choosing Agilent Technologies. In this User’s Guide, you will find the instructions you need to setup the hardware and begin using the software to take measurements.
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Key word index helps you find information quickly Information you need This guide is one member of a comprehensive documentation set for the Agilent E6474A. It is designed to provide you with a smooth, successful installation and set-up. In addition to this guide, the documentation set includes: •...
Contents Get Ready Installing the Software 15 Set Up Your System Agilent E6474A User’s Guide About this guide Unpacking your boxes Before installing the software What is on the CD Install the E6474A software. Install Analysis Reporter software Install Adobe Reader software...
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Agilent GPS/DR navigator Gyro positioning Indoor positioning Batteries Checking the remaining charge Charging the battery Safe handling and disposal Indoor Setup Overview Portable system cable connections Portable digital receiver system Portable dual E645xx receiver system License Manager Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Use Your System Get results fast Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Introduction For more information Overview Turning the power on Battery charging E6473B high speed direct connect hub Agilent direct connect GPS/DR Starting the software To start the software Creating a new project...
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Test 5 - Phone testing using a test call Online Frequently Asked Questions Updating E645xx Receiver Firmware Replacement firmware security key Contacting Customer Support Technical telephone assistance Numbers to call Returning the System for Service Warranty repair Preparing the system for shipping Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Safety and Regulatory Information 127 Connection Panels and LED Indicators 133 System Information Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Warning and caution notices General safety considerations Installation, Use, and Storage Signal and input power Symbols Declaration of Conformity - Analog and Digital Cellular RF...
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E6473B phone interface cable options Antenna kit part numbers Agilent receivers Hardware included with E6474A software licenses Installation Guidelines Direct Connect Hub Installation Mounting the E645x receiver Antenna Installation Installation guidelines GPS antenna Cellular antennas Computer mount installation Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Main power cable Power cable connections to the vehicle Ignition sense lead Connecting the ignition sense lead to the fuse block Connecting the ignition sense lead to a switched 12 Volt lead Speed Pulse Cable Index Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Get Ready Unpacking your boxes The Agilent E6474A system is a modular system so your delivery may arrive as a collection of boxes. Carefully unpack each box and locate the following items: • License key(s). • Installation CD.
• A PC that meets the minimum requirements (refer to “Computer Hardware and Software Requirements" page 142 • Agilent E6474A installation CD • A valid license key • A valid SIM phone card • Fully charged phone batteries If you are unclear about any items you have received, please contact us as soon as possible.
“Set Up Your System" hardware configuration. If you have Walkabout or VoicePrint software on your PC, it must be NOTE removed before installing Agilent E6474A software. Refer to “Uninstalling the Walkabout or VoicePrint software" See this “What is on the CD"...
• Adobe Reader software • E6473B, Socket I/O, and phone hardware drivers • Default plan and demo files for most technologies After installation of the main Agilent E6474A software the following items are added to your PC: • The main E6474A measurement software •...
Install the E6474A software. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Follow these steps. Do This 1 Insert the Agilent E6474A CD. 2 Your system may have autostart or go to the Start button, click Run and type D:\ setup (where D is your CD drive).
Installing the Software Install Analysis Reporter software The Analysis Reporter (Agilent E6474A-758) option is a simple-to-use post-processing report tool. It quickly generates network performance overview and detailed network analysis reports. Follow these steps. Do This 1 Insert the Agilent E6474A CD.
Reader software installed on your PC. To install the Adobe Reader software. Do This 1 Insert the Agilent E6474A CD. 2 Your system may have autostart or go to the Start button, click Run and type D:\ setup (where D is your CD drive).
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If you have installed the options you require, select (Quit) to close the installation screen. Notes Before selecting this option you can find out more by clicking the information button. You may need to restart your PC once the installation has completed. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Notes 1 Select Start button. 2 Select Settings > Control Panel. 3 Double-click Add/Remove Programs. 4 Select Walkabout or VoicePrint. 5 Click Yes to begin the uninstallation process. 6 When the uninstallation is completed, restart your Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
5 Select the License Info button Figure Notes This also applies to parallel license dongles. Your PC should automatically detect the USB license dongle. The E6474A software starts. The About E6474A dialog box appears. The License Information dialog box appears. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Do this 6 Confirm the license descriptions match your ordered license options. Ordered license options can provide a range of measurement features. When you view the license descriptions, you will see more features listed than the options you ordered.
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Installing the Software Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
License Manager Overview This chapter explains how to configure and set up each type of hardware that forms part of your E6474A system. Do not connect hardware until you installed the Agilent E6474A software. NOTE Refer to “Installing the Software"...
System Administrator rights. If you do not have System Administrator rights for the computer on which the E6473B drivers need to be installed, contact your site’s IT Support for assistance. Refer to page 27 page 28 page 31 page 31 page 32 page 32 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
How to connect the E6473B hub NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Do not connect the E6473B High Speed Direct Connect Hub until you have installed the E6474A software. Refer to page 17. Follow these instructions. Do this 1 Connect the E6473B hub to a suitable power source.
The E6473B hub is connected directly to the in-vehicle lighter socket. Refer to Figure 3 Notes Do not use any other drivers. Select ‘yes’ for any digital signature dialogs. Refer to page 28 page 29 page 30 on page 29. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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CAUTION Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Using the in-vehicle lighter socket to power the E6473B hub may cause problems if more than one device is attached to the hub. It is recommended that the E6473B hub is powered using the in-vehicle ignition system.
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After inserting the battery and hub, the knobs should be turned vertical and the screws tightened to lock in place. Figure 5 Inserting the battery into the chassis with the E6473B hub. Front view of hub Battery Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
How to connect a license key dongle to the E6473B hub How to connect other devices to the E6473B hub Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Refer to “Batteries" on page 55 for more information about the battery and how to use it.
Once the E6473B hub drivers have been installed, a COM port utility is added to your PC. With this utility you can see what COM ports have been assigned to which part of the hub and lets you change COM port labelling. Notes (USB (USB Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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To verify the driver installation: Do this 1 Connect and switch on the E6473B hub. 2 Select Start > Programs > Agilent Technologies > Configuration Utility. 3 Select the General tab. 4 Expand the device tree so that you can see all six ports.
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Once the test is completed and successful (refer to page 34), the selected ports are flagged as Passed. If the ports Fail, check the power connections and driver installation using the Device Manager. Figure 8 Confidence Test dialog box Figure 8 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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3 Select System. 4 Select the Hardware tab. 5 Select the Device Manager button. 6 Expand the device tree to see the active ports. Refer to Figure 9 on page 35. Figure 9 Device Manager showing E6473B ports Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Overview NOTE Phone connection using direct serial port The Agilent E6474A system supports a wide range of phones and data communication devices. A list of the currently supported phones can be found in the Library. To access this list open the E6474A software and select Help > Library or Start >...
Phone connection using PCMCIA (PC Card) Phone connection using the E6473B hub NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide To extend your laptop serial port capability you can use a dual-port serial PCMCIA (PC-card) I/O card. Refer to on page 37. Refer to the PCMCIA manufacturer instructions before installing this device.
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Refer to the online help in the E6474A software for information on directing phone sound through your laptop. Refer to Figure 12 on page 38. Figure 12 Connecting two phones to the E6473B hub . Refer to Port A and Headsets Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
E6473-898 900/1800 MHz E6473-899 800/1900 MHz Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Some phones can be connected to your system using USB interface cables. When these types of phones are connected to your system, your PC should automatically detect the new USB device.
Pulse trigger the receivers For details on how to upgrade the Agilent receiver firmware, refer to “Updating E645xx Receiver Firmware" on page 146. Refer to page 41 page 42 page 42 page 44 page 45 on page 120. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
RF measurement information and GPS coordinate results. Refer to Figure 13 on page 41 for typical serial port connection (this diagram does not include a GPS antenna). Serial port RF Antenna Figure 13 Serial port connection for Agilent digital receiver Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
( 2 Connect the power lead part of the E6473-60106 cable to receiver 1 power socket. ) on the back of Figure to vehicle power E6473B Hub ) using the cable E6473-60106. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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E6450-60002 E6450-60001 to RF antenna Receiver 2 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Connections for receiver 2 1 Connect RX LOOP IN on receiver 1 to RX LOOP OUT on receiver 2 using cable E6450-60002. 2 Connect RX LOOP OUT on receiver 1 to RX LOOP IN on receiver 2 using cable E6450-90001.
4 Connect the serial port of your laptop to the RS-232 port of the master receiver with an RS-232 cable. 5 Connect the RF antenna to the RF input of each of the receivers. Refer to Figure 16 on page 45. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
• Cable with BNC male connector (the Agilent pulse trigger cable input is female BNC) • Falling-edge trigger • TTL threshold • 15 volt maximum pulse level • 100 nanosecond minimum pulse width of period Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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For software configuration and calibration instructions, refer to the online help. Search for “wheel pulse unit setup” to locate the information. and R ports as ports of the same receiver. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Agilent E6474A system provides comprehensive methods of support for Global Positioning Systems (GPS). The Agilent E6474A system obtains its GPS signal from a variety of sources. GPS systems can be connected and configured using the following methods: GPS and GPS/DR configuration...
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In this example the external GPS unit is connected using an adapter box. The adapter box is connected to the GPS RS-232 port on the receiver. Refer to Figure 19 on page 49. The adapter box is connected to the MDT/RTCM and Digital IO ports. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Figure 19 External GPS - Placer 455 Example 3 - Placer 455 with differential GPS Refer to Figure 20 on page 50. 1 Connect the RTCM port of the Trimble-supplied communications cable to the differential GPS receiver, using the RS-232 cable included with the system.
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Set Up Your System 4 Connect the GPS antenna to the GPS ANT port of the Trimble Placer GPS 455 unit. Agilent Technologies recommends that a “bulkhead mount” GPS antenna be used whenever possible for improved performance. Figure 20 Placer 455 GPS with differential GPS...
Figure 21 Connect the GPS to the AUX connector Agilent GPS/DR navigator Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Other types of external GPS systems can be connected to the E6473B hub. This example shows the Garmin II Plus GPS Receiver connected to the E6473B hub.
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You can use the serial port on the back of the GPS/DR unit (refer to Figure 23). Connect this port to the serial port on your PC. The GPS/DR serial port overrides the USB port. Figure 23 Serial port on GPS/DR unit Figure 22 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Setting the Gyro pin. If the unit is set on its right side, the pin is set at the alternate position. CAUTION Agilent E6474A User’s Guide To avoid inaccuracies in dead reckoning, the Gyro in the Agilent Direct Connect GPS/DR must be positioned so that it is within 10 degrees of vertical or horizontal.
Backup (seldom used; not necessary for proper operation) Shield The Agilent E6474A system supports indoor measurements. Mapping and recording data for indoor environments requires the following items: • Detailed floor and building plan (BMP format). • Pen tablet laptop (preferred).
Checking the remaining charge Figure 25 Lithium-ion battery Charging the battery Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Press the test button shown in charge capacity. The battery charge level can be checked while the Direct Connect Hub power switch is on or off; however checking it with the power on may provide a more accurate indication.
For the safe use of lithium-ion batteries, always follow the instructions provided below. Improper handling of lithium-ion batteries may result in injury or damage from electrolyte leakage, heating, ignition, or explosion. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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In the event the electrolyte comes into contact with the eyes, flush thoroughly with clean water, without rubbing. Consult with a physician immediately. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
60 for an example. Using carry pack assembly with the shoulder strap Figure 26 on page 59 for an example. 1 Attach the shoulder strap to the D-rings. 2 Slip the shoulder strap around your neck. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Figure 26 Side view of the carry pack showing the shoulder strap Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Using the carry pack as a backpack 1 Adjust the waist belt for a snug fit around your waist, then remove it. 2 Feed the waist belt through the belt loops of the pack, as...
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3 Connect the two shoulder straps to the D-rings of the pack as shown in Figure 4 Mount the pack to your body, then connect the buckle of the waist strap. See Figure 29 on page 61. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Figure 29 Carry pack side view Portable digital receiver system Agilent E6474A User’s Guide 5 Adjust the shoulder straps. 6 Connect the chest strap to the D-rings of the shoulder straps as shown in Figure 27 on page 60. 7 Adjust all straps for a comfortable fit.
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3 Secure the chassis assembly within the right side of the backpack. 4 Secure the Agilent digital receiver within the left side of the backpack. Figure 5 on page 30. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Phone Pouch Receiver Figure 30 Single receiver backpack (right side view) Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Final assembly 1 Route the USB, antenna, and phone cables through the openings provided. See Figure Side Panels 2 Close all open panels. 3 Attach the clip-on receiver antenna to the antenna loop of the pack.
This configuration is housed in the dual receiver back pack hub kit, E6473B option 024. The backpack contains a removable mounting platform to which the receivers and hub are attached. Receiver Connector Panel D-ring for strap Belt loop Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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NOTE NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide The dual receiver backpack hub kit also supports a two-direct connect hub (no receivers) configuration. To achieve this configuration, you must purchase two Agilent hubs (E6473B option 015), one dual receiver backpack hub kit (E6473B-024), and one carry pack hub kit (E6473B option 022).
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Figure 33 for a cable routing example. 1 Route the USB cable (E6473-60005) through either shoulder strap. 2 If the phones will be attached to the shoulder straps, route the phone interface cables through either shoulder strap. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Figure 33 Routing cables through the shoulder straps Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Receiver and hub mounting Refer to Figure 34 on page 68 for receiver and Direct Connect Hub mounting positions. Use the straps provided to secure the components to the platform.
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2 Connect the power plug of the receiver data/power cable to the 9-34 VDC connector of Receiver 1. 3 Connect the power plug of the second receiver power cable (E6473-60107) to the 9-34 VDC connector of Receiver 2. (USB Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Agilent E6474A User’s Guide 4 Connect the short RX Loop cable (E7450-60001) to the port of Receiver 1. LOOP IN 5 Connect the opposite end of the cable to the of Receiver 2. 6 Connect the long RX Loop cable (E7450-60002) to the port of Receiver 2.
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8 Attach the phones to the shoulder straps, antenna loops on the side of the backpack, or in the phone pouches. 9 Connect the free end of the USB cable to the USB port of the computer. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Figure 36 Tightening the shoulder straps on the backpack Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Adjusting the backpack harness 1 Loosen all straps and place the pack on your back as shown Figure 2 Fasten the waist belt and tighten it so that it rests on your hips.
Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Use Your System Turning the power on Starting the software Creating a new project Identifying devices Configuring devices and views File types and locations Configuring and creating a data project Configuring and creating a WAMS project (Option 740)
To allow the receiver to lock onto the GPS signal, allow the system to be powered on at least 3 minutes before starting a data collection test. “System Information" “Batteries" on page 55 for more Figure 37 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Agilent direct connect GPS/DR Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Normal ON Figure 37 E6473B hub power switch positions If the ignition sense lead of the main power cable has been connected to a +12 volt source, the navigator powers up when the vehicle’s ignition is switched on and the power switch is in...
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GPS signal quality and receiver temperature stability. The calibration continuously refines itself as you drive. Toshiba JCDMA phones have special power-up procedures. Refer to “Toshiba phone power-up issues" on page 104 for more information. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Starting the software To start the software Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Detailed information about the software is available from the online help. It is assumed that the software has already been installed. If not, refer to “Install the E6474A software."...
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2 Select the License Info... button. A dialog box appears listing the detected license options. If you do not see any license options in this dialog box, check that you have a valid license key attached to your system. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Creating a new project NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Once the software has started and you have confirmed you have valid license options, you can then create a project. For a list of the files that are created and required for your project, refer to “File types and locations"...
The System Setup view is used for identifying the devices. After identifying the devices, the System Setup view displays a tree diagram of the system configuration, showing the COM ports and the devices connected to them. Figure on page 87 for more Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Identifying devices NOTE NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide The software must identify the attached devices before it can communicate with them. Devices include phones, Agilent digital receivers, and the navigator (if equipped). This process is also referred to as “configuring the system.”...
You can then select the device that is connected to the selected port. When the device has been identified it will be added to the System Setup View tree. See Figure Figure Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Enabling the devices Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Figure 42 System Setup View with a phone identified on COM 1 Note that the check box next to each device is checked, indicating that the device is enabled for data collection. Phones and receivers are automatically enabled after you identify these devices.
85 for an example of a typical properties dialog box. 5 Once the device properties have been configured, close the dialog box (Select OK). 6 Select File > Save to save your plan file. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
To configure measurement views Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Figure 43 An example of a device properties dialog box Once a device has been identified and configured, you can then open various measurement views for displaying data and test results. The views available depend on the license options you have attached to your laptop, the devices configured, and what properties you have configured.
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For Data Devices, it is helpful if the label includes the COM port that the device is connected to. The label will appear in the title bar of the views associated with the device. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
File types and locations NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide The Agilent E6474A system generates and uses different files. The following list describes these files in terms of their function and location. File type File Description extension Plan File .spf Created when you save a project. You can select any location for this file.
This software and hardware is used to establish a data connection through your phone, with the phone acting as a wireless modem. The following sections outline the tasks you need to perform before you start the Agilent E6474A software. For more information, refer to: •...
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NOTE NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Configure the network and dial-up connection Instructions for configuring the network and dial-up Connection are included with the phone’s documentation. Follow the instructions explicitly. There are two parts to this procedure: • Setting up the Internet Connection: In this part of the procedure, you set up the dial-up connection to your service provider.
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Adding a data device 2 Choose Add Device from the pop-up menu. After you add the data device, it is enabled, as indicated by the check mark next to Data Device in Figure 45 on page 91. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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84 for instructions on opening this dialog box. Although the Agilent E6474A software shows the COM port in the System NOTE Setup view that the data device is connected to, that COM port cannot be used for configuring the device’s properties.
Full details on configuration and the tests are provided in the Wireless Application Measurement Software (WAMS) User’s Guide (E6474-90058). An online version (PDF format) can be found in the Help > Library. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
What you’ll find in this chapter To do this Learn to use the software Get information about taking measurements Drivers should not operate the Agilent E6474A system while the WARNING vehicle is in motion. See this “Using Quick Basics — the Online Tutorial" page 94 “Online Help"...
Get results fast Using Quick Basics — the Online Tutorial As part of the product, the Agilent E6474A includes Quick Basics, an online tutorial. The opening screen is shown in Figure 46. It is recommended that you complete Quick Basics before you use the Agilent E6474A system.
To run the tutorial After the Tutorial Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Do this 1 Click Start > Programs > Agilent Wireless Solutions > E6474A > Reference > Tutorial. 2 Read the Welcome page and then click Topic Menu. 3 To see an overview of the Agilent E6474A, click Quick Tour.
The software includes context-sensitive, HTML-based online help. In the help, you’ll find all the information you need to make measurements with the Agilent E6474A software, including procedures, measurement parameters, and tips. The help opens in a browser window, separate from the E6474A application window.
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Figure 47 A typical online help browser display Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Figure 47 shows the Contents tab on the left, and a typical help topic on the right. The online help can also be accessed in the following ways: •...
Figure 48 The What’s New topic This topic lists and briefly describes each new feature for the current release of the software. You can display detailed information for any new feature by clicking the View topic link. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Using the contents tab The Contents tab lists all the topics in the online help. 1 Click the Contents tab to look at the topics by category. 2 Click a plus (+) sign or double-click a book icon to view its contents.
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Get results fast 3 Open the book for the phone or receiver. 4 Open the View Menu topic. 5 Click the links for the views listed. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Get Assistance, if You Need It What you’ll find in this chapter To do this Solve problems with your system. Verifying your system Online frequently asked questions. Update E645xx receiver firmware. Contact Customer Support. Return the system for service.
Connect Hub (if equipped), phones, scanner, receivers, and navigator. Refer to Chapter 3 for cable connection details. • If you have an iDEN phone, perform the procedure under “Setting an iDEN phone’s baud rate" on page 103. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Setting an iDEN phone’s baud rate Changing a Sagem phone’s operating mode Agilent E6474A User’s Guide • If you have a Sagem phone that is capable of operating in Data mode, refer to “Changing a Sagem phone’s operating mode" on page 103.
7 Choose the DIAGE option. 8 Press the F key. 9 Power the computer on. Toshiba 301T 1 Unplug the interface cable from the phone. 2 Plug the phone interface cable into the phone. The phone will power up. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Agilent E6474A User’s Guide 3 Press the following keys: F 9 0 (The F key is to the right of the toggle button.) 4 Press the F key. 5 Choose the upper DIAGE option. (Do not choose the DIAGE AUX option) 6 Press the F key.
• If your system includes a phone, perform test 5. The verification tests are only used to alert you to possible non-operating conditions. To measure actual receiver specifications, the unit must be measured in a controlled environment, using Agilent Technologies’ prescribed measurement techniques. Preparing the hardware 1 Connect the system as shown in do not connect the signal generator output.
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NOTE Figure 50 System measurement verification setup using a signal generator NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide receiver requires a 30-minute warm-up period to meet the guaranteed specifications. There is a three-minute delay after power-up or re-configuration, before the internal temperature sensor is activated and measurements are nominally correct.
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1879 MHz at –60 dBm 1748 MHz at –60 dBm 898 MHz at –60 dBm 837 MHz at -60 dBm 1950 MHz at –60 dBm on page 81, and perform the on page 108. Figure 51 on page 109. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Figure 51 Spectrum Display with Marker Set to a Center Frequency of 1960MHz(CDMA 1900 band system) Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Testing the signal 1 In the Markers group, click Add and To Max. The level and frequency are displayed at the top-left corner of the Spectrum Analyzer display.
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Frequency and Power Setting 1959 MHz at -60 dBm 1843 MHz at -60 dBm 943 MHz at –60 dBm 882 MHz at -60 dBm 2140 Mhz at –60 dBm Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Accuracy The accuracy is calculated as: Frequency accuracy = signal generator accuracy + 1 ppm. Amplitude accuracy = ± (0.5 dB + signal generator accuracy + mismatch error + cable loss). Assuming the Agilent receiver and Agilent 8648B signal...
2 Turn on the Agilent receiver. The Agilent receiver requires a 30-minute warm-up period to meet the guaranteed specifications. There is a three-minute delay after power-up or re-configuration, before the internal temperature sensor is activated and measurements are nominally correct. Figure Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Preparing the software 1 Start the E6474A software. 2 Refer to“Identifying devices" procedure if you have not already done so. 3 Click Log > Start Live Mode. 4 Open the Spectrum Analyzer view and maximize the view.
Use this procedure only if you do not have a signal generator and there is no known channel in the system. Connect a 50-ohm load (customer supplied) to the input of the receiver. Preparing the hardware 1 Connect the system as shown in 2 Turn on the Agilent receiver. Figure Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide The Agilent receiver requires a 30-minute warm-up period to meet the guaranteed specifications. There is a three-minute delay after power-up or re-configuration, before the internal temperature sensor is activated and measurements are nominally correct. Preparing the software 1 Start the E6474A software.
1843 MHz 943 MHz 882 MHz Marker 1 Frequency (step 6) 1879 MHz 1745 MHz 898 MHz 837 MHz on page 116. If you on page 102. (page 106), method 2 114) described earlier in this Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Test 5 - Phone testing using a test call Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Setting up the hardware 1 Connect the system components per the instructions in Chapter 3. 2 Power the system on. Allow 30 minutes for the system to stabilize before testing.
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If all calls are logged as “blocked,” verify that service for the phone has been activated, and that the phone’s battery is fully charged. Also recheck all cable connections. • Click Log > Stop to end the test. on page 81, and perform the Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Online Frequently Asked Questions Agilent E6474A User’s Guide If you need installation or application assistance, refer to the web site at: http://www.agilent.com/find/E6474A To access the frequently asked questions section: 1 Scroll to the Library section of the web page. 2 Scroll to the FAQ link.
Once data logging starts, the E6474A software determines if the Agilent E645xx digital receiver has the correct firmware. If not, the message box in 2 Click Yes. The message box in Figure 2 appears. Figure 56 appears. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Firmware upgrade required, second dialog box Figure 57 Receiver with dongle attached Agilent E6474A User’s Guide 3 Insert the firmware programming dongle into the Rx Loop Out port of the receiver, as shown in 4 Click OK. When the update is complete, the dialog box shown Figure 58 appears.
If you have misplaced your firmware write enable key, you can order a new one (order from your Agilent Technologies representative, E6450-60007), or you can substitute a piece of wire that shorts pins 8 to 10 on the RX LOOP OUT connector...
Please refer to that number when you call for support. To establish a Support Contact, please call the Customer Business Center. 3 Ask the Agilent Technologies engineer your question. For technical support, contact your local country-specific office and they will quickly forward your enquiry to the person who can best help you solve your problem.
Please notify Agilent Technologies before returning your system for service. Any special arrangements for the system can be discussed at this time. This will help Agilent Technologies repair and return your system as quickly as possible. If the system is still under warranty or is covered by an Agilent Technologies maintenance contract, it will be repaired under the terms of the warranty or contract.
4 Wrap the system in anti-static plastic to reduce the possibility of damage caused by electrostatic discharge. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Additional Information Include any specific performance details related to the problem. The following information should be returned with the system: •...
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Never use styrene pellets as packaging material. They do not adequately cushion the system or prevent it from shifting in the carton. They may also cause system damage by generating static electricity. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Safety and Regulatory Information Overview This appendix contains important warnings and cautions for hardware products used in conjunction with the Agilent E6474A software. Warning and caution notices The WARNING! notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a...
(in which all means for protection are intact) only. No operator serviceable parts are inside this system. Refer servicing to a qualified Agilent Technologies, Inc. service center. To prevent electrical shock, do not remove the covers. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the equipment from mains before cleaning.
Signal and input power CAUTION Symbols Agilent E6474A User’s Guide The input power to the Agilent 645xx digital receiver should not exceed –15 dBm. Power levels greater than +10 dBm will damage the instrument. For continued protection against fire hazard, replace the line fuse (cigarette lighter/2 amp 32 V FB fuse) only with the same type of rating (type nA/nV).
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The products herewith comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and carry the CE-marking accordingly. Santa Rosa, CA, USA 11 October, 2002 For further information, please contact your local Agilent Technologies sales office, agent or distributor Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Safety and Regulatory Information Agilent Technologies, Inc.
Safety and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity - Agilent Direct Connect Hub The Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity document is available upon request. Please contact your Agilent Technologies sales representative or the Agilent Technologies Customer Support Center for your country. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Connection Panels and LED Indicators Overview This appendix contains information about the panel connectors and LED indicators of the E6473B High Speed Direct Connect Hub, E645xx receiver, the Agilent High Speed direct connect GPS/DR Navigation unit, and the Trimble Placer 455DR.
Controls headset 1 audio volume Connect to USB Data Cable Plug in the software license key, or connect cable to next E6473B Controls headset 2 audio volume Connect to phone interface cable Connect to headset Figure Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Receiver Receiver or Scanner Data port Auxiliary Data Port Pwr In Power Input connection Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Connection Panels and LED Indicators Description or Cable Connection Left position = On Center position = Off Right position = Ignition Sense...
Connect to Rx Loop Out of second receiver (if equipped) Connect to Rx Loop In of second receiver (if equipped) Connect to Receiver Data/Power cable Glows when unit is powered on Connect to receiver’s RF antenna Figure Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Power switch USB Connector Pwr / 1PPS Power / 1 Pulse Per Second GYRO Position Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Connection Panels and LED Indicators This navigator is Agilent part number E6473B Options 030 (Magnetic Mount Antenna) and 031 (Permanent Mount Antenna).
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(see Figure Description or Cable Connection Connects to the PC serial port for GPS data. Overrides the USB port on the front panel. Used to connects to power supply when the unit is in the rack. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Heading Sensor Trimble p/n 30513 Digital I/O (none) Power 5182-1290 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Connection Panels and LED Indicators Table 13 Trimble Placer connector panel descriptions (see Opposite End of Cable Connects To GPS antenna GPS RS-232 port of the E645xx receiver...
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Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Overview This appendix provides you with hardware specifications, options, and part numbers for the following. For this See this PC Specifications “Computer Hardware and Software Requirements" Battery and charger “Battery Specifications (part of E6473B, options specifications and battery 022, 023, and 024)"...
E6473B High Enables communication with the software via the Speed Direct computer’s USB port. Two phones or up to two Agilent Connect Hub receivers, and a GPS navigator can be connected to the Direct Connect Hub. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Battery Specifications (part of E6473B, options 022, 023, and 024) Charger specifications (part of E6473B Options 022, 023, and 024) Battery disposal Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Item Description Specifications Part Number E6473-60008 Typical Capacity 9000 mAh Nominal Voltage 14.4V Discharge Cut-off voltage 12.0V...
Power cable The RBRC seal on the nickel metal hydride battery pack indicates that Agilent Technologies is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these battery packs at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service within the United States.
E6473B High Speed Direct Connect Hub Specifications Agilent E6474A User’s Guide This section contains detailed specifications on the E6473B hub. Description Specification Operating temperature range 0 to 40 deg C Storage temperature -40 to 85 deg C Case dimensions (approx) 7.6"...
± 2.5 dB from – 40 dBm to -100 dBm (0° to 55°C) 8.0 dB typical +10 dBm, 20V DC, characteristic – 15 dBm, characteristic † – 25 dBm typical 45 dB typical – 120 dBm 50Ω Type-N RS-232 (DB9) Male RS-232 (DB9) Male Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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1.25 MHz from tuned signal. ‡ Receivers (with the exception of “C” receivers) fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receiv- ers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification DC power jack 100 mils, positive center 0°C to 55°C...
50% relative humidity at 40°C –40°C to +70°C 6 in x 3-5/8 in x 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs) E6451C range: 876 to 915 MHz 921 to 960 MHz Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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‡ Adjacent channel rejection applies to the narrowband mode (200 kHz IF filter) and is defined as: Suppression of interfering signal ± 200 kHz from tuned signal. ** Systems fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receivers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification...
45 dB typical – 120 dBm 50Ω Type-N RS-232 (DB9) Male RS-232 (DB9) Male DC power jack 100 mils, positive center 0°C to 55°C 80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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± 30 kHz from tuned signal for 30 kHz. ** Receivers (with the exception of “C” receivers) fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receiv- ers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification – 40°C to +70°C 6 in ×...
50Ω Type-N RS-232 (DB9) Male RS-232 (DB9) Male DC power jack 100 mils, positive center 0°C to 55°C 80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C – 40°C to +70°C Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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± 30 kHz from tuned signal for 30 kHz. ** Receivers (with the exception of “C” receivers) fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receiv- ers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification 6 in × 3-5/8 in × 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm...
0°C to 55°C 80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C – 40°C to +70°C 6 in x 3-5/8 in x 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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±1.25 MHz from tuned signal. ‡ Receivers (with the exception of “C” receivers) fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receiv- ers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs)
80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C – 40°C to +70°C 6 in x 3-5/8 in x 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs) Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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±1.25 MHz from tuned signal. ‡ Receivers (with the exception of “C” receivers) fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receiv- ers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification 9 to 34 V DC, 9W...
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5 MHz from tuned signal. ‡ Adjacent channel rejection applies to the narrowband mode (1.25 MHz IF filter) and is defined as: Suppression of interfering signal ± 1.25 MHz from tuned signal. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)
80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C – 40°C to +70°C 6 in x 3-5/8 in x 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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5 MHz from tuned signal. ‡ Adjacent channel rejection applies to the narrowband mode (1.25 MHz IF filter) and is defined as: Suppression of interfering signal ± 1.25 MHz from tuned signal. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification...
45 dB typical – 120 dBm 50Ω Type-N RS-232 (DB9) Male RS-232 (DB9) Male DC power jack 100 mils, positive center 0°C to 55°C 80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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± 200 kHz from tuned signal for 200 kHz. ** Receivers (with the exception of “C” receivers) fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receiv- ers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification – 40°C to +70°C 6 in ×...
0°C to 55°C 80% for temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C – 40°C to +70°C 6 in × 3-5/8 in × 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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± 200 kHz from tuned signal for 200 kHz. ** Receivers (with the exception of “C” receivers) fitted with an internal GPS do not support connection to external GPS receiv- ers. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide System Information Specification 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)
System Information Phone Support A list of supported phones is supplied with the Agilent E6474A software. This list can be found in the library. To view a list of supported phones: 1 Open the Agilent E6474A application software. 2 Select Help > Library or Start > Programs > Agilent Wireless Solutions >...
Options and Part Numbers Cable part numbers E6473B phone interface cable options Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Part Number Description E6473-60206 Direct Connect Hub power cable, permanent mount E6473-60004 Direct Connect Hub power cable with lighter plug E6473-60005 Direct Connect Hub to computer USB data cable, 3 feet (.914 m)
1900 MHz for CDMA, GSM E7484-60026 900 MHz GSM All cables are labeled to indicate whether the cable is for voice only or for voice and data. The labels also reflect both part number and Agilent option number. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Agilent receivers Hardware included with E6474A software licenses Component Software license key for Parallel port Software license key for USB port Dual serial port PCMCIA card Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Part Description Number E6450C PCS CDMA/TDMA receiver, 1.9GHz E6451C GSM receiver, 900 MHz...
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Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Before installing this product, check your vehicle warranty for any WARNING special instructions regarding the installation of third party products. Agilent assumes no responsibility for any vehicle warranty issues arising out of the installation or use of this product.
Use caution when drilling holes and working around critical areas, such as the fuel tank, fuel lines, battery, engine compartment, electrical harnesses, fuse block, and the exhaust system. Disconnect the battery before making permanent connections to the electrical system. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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Avoid sharp metal edges, sharp bends, and crushing the cables. Use a rubber grommet if the cable is routed through a hole in a metal panel. Do not route a cable near the catalytic converter. Use wiring troughs when they are available. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Use the following guidelines for installing the Agilent E645x receiver: • Locate a flat surface of the vehicle to which the base plate can be securely attached. • Attach the base plate to the vehicle using the hardware provided. 66). Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Antenna Installation Installation guidelines GPS antenna Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation • All antennas must be spaced at least 18 inches (45.7 cm) apart. Plan the layout before drilling any holes. • A magnetic-mount antenna may be mounted on any suitable metallic surface, paying attention to the routing of the cable.
3 Connect the USB data cable to the USB port of the computer. 4 Connect the power cable to the computer. 5 Connect the opposite end of the power cable to the lighter socket. Table 1 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Phone extender cables USB data cable Main power cable WARNING Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Route the extender cables (E6473-60042) from the vehicle interior to the location where the Direct Connect Hub is installed, then follow the phone cable connection instructions...
Because each vehicle is different, you must determine the best method for attaching the lead to the fuse block. Agilent recommends that you crimp a quick-disconnect terminal onto the lead, then plug the terminal into the fuse block. “Main power Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
Connecting the ignition sense lead to a switched 12 Volt lead Speed Pulse Cable NOTE Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Locate a switched 12 Volt connection. Refer to the vehicle wiring diagrams to find the appropriate location.
WARNINGS, Battery and chassis assy., before installing the software, Agilent E6474A User’s Guide cable installation, cable part numbers, Calibration Receiver pulse trigger, Calibration of Dead-Reckoning systems, calling Agilent, carry pack...
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E6473B Hub, PCMCIA (PC Card), USB Port, Phone external antennas, phone interface cables, phone numbers to call, Phones, verification, phones supported, Placer 455, Placer 455 with differential GPS, plan files, 81, power, power cable for battery, Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
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RX Loop In, RX Loop Out, safe power levels, safety and regulatory information, safety symbols, Agilent E6474A User’s Guide Sagem phone, sd5 files, sef files, set up your system, Setting the iDEN phones baud rate, Setting the Sagem phones operating...
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Index VoicePrint, 15, VoicePrint uninstallation, Walkabout, 15, uninstallation, Walkabout uninstallation, WAMS option 740, WARNING - batteries, Warning and Caution, defined, warranty, What is on the CD, Wireless Application Measurement System (WAMS), Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...