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Agilent Technologies E6474A User Manual

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  • Page 1 Agilent E6474A Wireless Network Optimization Platform User’s Guide Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 2 Notices Warranty © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2009 defined in FAR 52.227-19(c)(1-2) (June 1987). U.S. Government users will receive No part of this manual may be reproduced in The material contained in this no greater than Limited Rights as defined in any form or by any means (including elec- document is provided “as is,”...

  • Page 3: About This Guide

    Welcome to Agilent E6474A Wireless Network Optimization Platform Thank you for choosing Agilent Technologies. In this User’s Guide, you will find the instructions you need to set up the hardware and begin using the software to take measurements. About this guide...
  • Page 4 Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents About this guide Get Ready Unpacking your boxes Before installing the software Installing the Software 13 What is on the CD Install the E6474A software Install Analysis Reporter software Verifying your software installation Support & Software Update Service (SUS) Registration Procedure Registration process Add an additional contact person...
  • Page 6 Power Distribution Module (PDM) for the W1314A Receivers Using a Combiner antenna connection (Agilent W1314A) Connecting a single E645xC receiver Connecting multiple E645xC receivers Pulse trigger E645xC receivers Overview Agilent digital receiver internal GPS Agilent digital receiver external GPS Indoor positioning Batteries Checking the remaining charge Charging the battery...
  • Page 7 To start the software Using the software Overview Introduction - Starting the application Creating a new project Creating a new file Tour of the User Interface Adding Hardware Tour of Data Items The Sequencer Views Mapping How to add and configure an indoor map Collecting Data Events Sharing Projects and Data...
  • Page 8 Toshiba phone power-up issues Online Frequently Asked Questions Updating 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 Safety and Regulatory Information 135 Warning and caution notices General safety considerations Installation, Use, and Storage...
  • Page 9 Specifications Computer Hardware and Software Requirements Battery Specifications (W1314A-070) Charger specifications Battery disposal Power cable Receiver Specifications W1314A receiver specifications E6450C CDMA PCS 1.9 GHz receiver specifications E6451C GSM900 receiver specifications E6452C CDMA/TDMA cellular band receiver specifications E6457C Japan CDMA cellular band receiver specifications E6453C GSM1800 and Korean CDMA band receiver specifications...
  • Page 10 Hardware included with E6474A software licenses Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation 181 In-Vehicle Installation Guidelines Recommended Tools Installation Overview Installing the Mounting Plate Attaching the Receiver to the Mounting Plate Installing the PDM in the Vehicle Mounting the E645x receiver Antenna Installation Installation guidelines Index Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 11: Get Ready

    Carefully unpack each box and locate the following items: • License key(s). • Installation CD. • License documents. • Order details (order number, packing list). Do not connect any hardware at this stage. NOTE Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 12: Before Installing The Software

    Get Ready Before installing the software Once you have identified your delivered items and before connecting any hardware or installing any software, check you have these items: • A PC that meets the minimum requirements (refer to “Computer Hardware and Software Requirements" page 148).

  • Page 13: Installing The Software

    Support & Software Update Service “Support & Software Update Service (SUS) Registration Procedure (SUS) Registration Procedure" page 20. Do not connect any hardware at this stage. NOTE Refer to “Set Up Your System" on page 27 for more information on hardware configuration. Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 14: What Is On The Cd

    Installing the Software What is on the CD The Agilent E6474A software CD includes: • Release Notes • The E6474A application software • The Agilent E6474A Analysis Reporter software • Default project files and views After installation of the main Agilent E6474A software the following items are added to your PC: •...

  • Page 15: Install The E6474A Software

    Installing the Software Install the E6474A software Version 11.0 onwards of the Agilent E6474A software requires Software NOTE and Support Update Service (SUS) Licenses. Data logging can not be performed without a valid SUS license. For reliable operation of the Agilent E6474A application it is CAUTION recommended that you defragment your hard-drive before installation.
  • Page 16 Installing the Software Do This Notes Figure 1 Select Agilent E6474A-X Application to install this application At the end of the installation process you have the option to review the release notes. The Release Notes include information that may not appear in this guide. NOTE It also lists all the new features and enhancements made since the last released version.

  • Page 17: Install Analysis Reporter Software

    Installing the Software Install Analysis Reporter software The Analysis Reporter (Agilent E6474A- 758) option is a simple to use post- processing report tool. You must have purchased the E6474A- 758 option to run this software. Follow these steps. Do This Notes 1 Insert the Agilent E6474A CD.
  • Page 18 Installing the Software Do This Notes Figure 2 Select Analysis Reporter to install this application Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 19: Verifying Your Software Installation

    Installing the Software Verifying your software installation Once you have installed the E6474A software you can verify the installation using the following method. An option will appear in your program listing. Select Start > All Programs > Agilent Wireless Solutions >...

  • Page 20: Support & Software Update Service (Sus) Registration Procedure

    Installing the Software Support & Software Update Service (SUS) Registration Procedure This section outlines the procedure for registering your SUS agreement. If you have any questions about this process, please contact the support team at: wsp_support@agilent.com What is in your SUS order Your SUS order should include the following items and information: •...

  • Page 21: Registration Process

    Installing the Software Registration process The following procedure outlines the procedure for registering your SUS license. The benefits and features of registration are provided at the end of this section (refer to “Benefits of SUS registration" on page 24). 1 Go to http://www.agilent.com/comms/softwaremanager (refer to Figure Figure 4...
  • Page 22 Installing the Software 4 Enter a valid e- mail address and password (refer to Figure 6) and select next. Figure 6 Registration part 1 of 3 5 Enter your order number and certificate number. These numbers can be found at the top of the SUS license document (refer to Figure 7) and select next.
  • Page 23 Installing the Software 6 You are shown the details of your SUS license agreement. Check the details are correct and then select “Complete” to finish the registration process (refer to Figure Figure 8 Registration part 3 of 3 To ensure you get the best support from Agilent it is important that we have accurate and up to date contact details for your company.

  • Page 24: Add An Additional Contact Person

    Installing the Software touch with the right person in your company (refer to Figure 10). Figure 10 Edit your user profile form 3 Select “Save” when you have completed the form. Add an additional contact person To ensure you get the best support from Agilent it is important that we have a secondary contact person in your company.
  • Page 25 Installing the Software • You can change your contact profile, including password changes. • You have access to the latest software downloads and updates. • Tracking of SUS licences and orders. • Quicker and easier access to the support team which leads to quicker resolution of any outstanding issues or questions you may have.
  • Page 26 Installing the Software Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 27: Set Up Your System

    47 indoor system How to use the License Manager “License Manager" on page 58 software Do not connect hardware until you have installed the Agilent E6474A NOTE software. Refer to “Install the E6474A software" on page 15. Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 28: Phones

    Set Up Your System Phones Overview 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 documentation library. To access this list open the E6474A software and select Help >...

  • Page 29: Agilent Digital Receivers

    Set Up Your System Agilent Digital Receivers Overview Agilent manufactures a range of digital RF receivers that cover most technologies. All receivers are supplied with an internal GPS systems. For technical details of the available receivers, refer to “Receiver Specifications" on page 151.

  • Page 30: Connecting A Single W1314A Receiver

    Set Up Your System Connecting a single W1314A receiver A standard configuration for a single receiver includes the following cables and connections. Refer to Figure Laptop antenna Receiver Power cable Master USB to computer 1PPS ANT. W1314A-120 RF IN 450-496, 921-962 MHz Quad Band Receiver 1800-1885, 2100-2180 MHz BNC connector...
  • Page 31 Set Up Your System Master USB to computer USB to next receiver in daisy chain GPS Antenna Laptop BNC connector ANT. for 1 pps 1PPS W1314A-120 RF IN 450-496, 921-962 MHz Quad Band Receiver 1800-1885, 2100-2180 MHz +10 dBm (10 mW) MAX Power TEMP 20 VDC MAX...

  • Page 32: Power Distribution Module (Pdm) For The W1314A Receivers

    Set Up Your System Power Distribution Module (PDM) for the W1314A Receivers The PDM provides power from the vehicle's battery to a single or multiple receivers. Alternatively, you can power receivers from the IEC power outlets (cigarette lighter). On the rear of the PDM is the power cable that attaches to the battery and connections for up to four receivers.

  • Page 33: Using A Combiner Antenna Connection (Agilent W1314A)

    Set Up Your System Refer to “Installing the PDM in the Vehicle" on page 186 for more information about PDM in- vehicle installation. Using a Combiner antenna connection (Agilent W1314A) Use a combiner to obtain signals from two different antennas. For some options of receivers, a single antenna cannot provide coverage for all available bands.

  • Page 34: Connecting A Single E645Xc Receiver

    Set Up Your System W1314-80024 Antenna W1314-80023 Antenna (Magnetic Mount) (Magnetic Mount) 2.3 GHz to 6 GHz 700 MHz to 2700 MHz W1314-80026 Connector Adapter SMA Male to N-Type Female W1314-80025 Combiner 2-way 350 MHz to 600 MHz W1314-80026 Connector Adapter SMA Male to N-Type Female W1314-80027 Cable (SMA Male to N-Type, 2ft/0.7m) W1314A Receiver...

  • Page 35: Connecting Multiple E645Xc Receivers

    Set Up Your System If your PC does not have an RS- 232 serial port you can use a serial to USB convertor. Agilent recommends the Agilent E5805A (USB/4- port RS- 232 Interface Module). When using other USB interface models, ensure that they support HS serial communication.
  • Page 36 Set Up Your System To connect multiple E645xC receivers: 1 Attach one end of a short cable to the RX LOOP IN connector on the master receiver. Attach the other end of the short cable to the RX LOOP OUT of the second receiver.

  • Page 37: Pulse Trigger E645Xc Receivers

    Set Up Your System Figure 16 Connecting more than one receiver to your laptop Pulse trigger E645xC receivers The E645xC receivers accommodate a pulse trigger device. The triggering device requirements are: • Cable with BNC male connector (the Agilent pulse trigger cable input is female BNC) •...
  • Page 38 Set Up Your System Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installing the pulse trigger device. Connections to the receiver are shown Figure • If you have two receivers, connect the pulse trigger cable (E7450- 60015) to the R and R ports as shown in Figure •...

  • Page 39: Gps

    Set Up Your System Overview To provide accurate measurement analysis and signal synchronization, the 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 configuration Refer to...
  • Page 40 Set Up Your System Example 1 - Using the internal GPS with a differential GPS antenna. Figure 18 Internal GPS with optional differential GPS Example 2 - Using Placer GPS 455 In this example the external GPS unit is connected using an adapter box.
  • Page 41 Set Up Your System Figure 19 External GPS - Placer 455 Example 3 - Placer 455 with differential GPS Refer to Figure 20 on page 42. 1 Connect the RTCM port of the Trimble- supplied communications cable to the differential GPS receiver, using the RS- 232 null modem cable included with the system.
  • Page 42 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...

  • Page 43: Indoor Positioning

    Set Up Your System Indoor positioning The Agilent E6474A system supports indoor measurements. Mapping and recording data for indoor environments requires the following items: • Detailed floor and building plan (BMP or JPG format). • Pen tablet laptop (preferred). • 1 PP2S signal for receiver measurement synchronization. For full details on how to perform indoor measurements and configure the indoor positioning and tracking, refer to “Indoor Setup"...

  • Page 44: Batteries

    Set Up Your System Batteries Checking the remaining charge Press the test button shown in Figure 21 to check the remaining charge capacity. LEDs Lit Capacity Remaining 76% to 100% 55 to 75% 26% to 50% 10% to 25% 1 Blinking Less than 10% LEDs Li-ION...

  • Page 45: Charging The Battery

    Set Up Your System Charging the battery The battery can be charged within the carry bag or in a standalone docking station. Disconnect the charger from the battery before checking the charge. The battery is fully charged when all four LEDs are lit. 1 Connect the battery charger cable to the battery.
  • Page 46 Set Up Your System Always use the battery charger provided with the battery. WARNING Never heat or incinerate the battery. Never impact, pierce, or crush the battery. Never disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains a circuit designed to enhance safety. Damaging this circuit may cause overheating, fire or bursting.

  • Page 47: Indoor Setup

    RS232 port. Refer to Figure 22 on page 48. 1 The GPSMon software and documentation can be found in the following directory and folder: C:\Program Files\Agilent Technologies\E6474A-X\Drivers\GPSMon Double click on GPSMon.msi to start the installation process. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
  • Page 48 Set Up Your System At least four satellites GPSMon software GPS antenna 1 PPS Timing Module 10 MHz RS-232 Li-ION Fully charge battery (optional mains AC) PUSH Figure 22 Timing calibration connections 3 Connect the GPS antenna to the timing module (ANT SMB).
  • Page 49 Set Up Your System Timing module status Number of satellites obtained Timing module lock status Figure 23 GPSMon software interface at start of timing process 6 (optional) Connect an AC power supply to the timing module. This has the advantage of charging the battery while still providing power during the timing calibration process.
  • Page 50 Set Up Your System Timing module status At least four satellites Figure 24 GPSMon software interface at the end of the timing process Do not remove power from the timing module during calibration and CAUTION while configuring your hardware. Doing so will lose GPS satellite lock and the calibration process will have to be re-started.

  • Page 51: How To Switch Batteries During Calibration

    Set Up Your System How to switch batteries during calibration If, during calibration, you need to change the battery supply for the timing module, follow this procedure: 1 Connect the AC adaptor power supply to the booster cable charging port. 2 Ensure the AC power is on.
  • Page 52 Set Up Your System USB connection To RF Antenna 1PP2S connection to laptop 1PPS ANT. 1 PPS 10 MHz W1314A-120 RF IN CONTROL 450-496, 921-962 MHz Quad Band Receiver 1800-1885, 2100-2180 MHz +10 dBm (10 mW) MAX TEMP 20 VDC MAX 9-34VDC 18W TYP STAT...
  • Page 53 Set Up Your System RF Antenna Backpack USB connection to your laptop 1PP2S connection Timing Module Battery for Battery for Agilent W1314A W1314A Receiver Timing Module Receiver Figure 26 Backpack hardware layout Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 54: Cable Routing Through The Shoulder Straps

    Set Up Your System Cable routing through the shoulder straps Refer to Figure 27 for a cable routing example. 1 Route the USB cable (E6473- 60005) through either shoulder strap. 2 If the phones are be attached to the shoulder straps, route the phone interface cables through either shoulder strap.
  • Page 55 Set Up Your System Adjusting the backpack harness 1 Loosen all straps and place the pack on your back as shown in Figure Figure 28 Tightening the shoulder straps on the backpack 2 Fasten the waist belt and tighten it so that it rests on your hips.

  • Page 56: How To Reset The 1Pp2S Output On The Timing Module

    Set Up Your System How to reset the 1PP2S output on the timing module The timing module is factory configured to provide a 1PP2S timing pulse. If, however, the timing pulse has been changed to 1PPS , then use the following procedure to change the timing module output.
  • Page 57 Set Up Your System Set 1PP2S option Figure 30 Setting the 1PP2S option 5 Select OK The timing should now be set to 1PP2S. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 58: License Manager

    Set Up Your System License Manager Introduction Agilent E6474A software requires Software and Support Update Service NOTE (SUS) licenses. Without a valid SUS license you will not be able to collect measurement data, design views or add and edit events, although you will quires be able to playback recorded data.

  • Page 59: For More Information

    Set Up Your System For more information For complete instructions on using the License Manager, please refer to the Welcome topic in the License Manager software’s online help. 1 To start the License Manager, select Programs > Agilent Wireless Solutions > E6474A- X > Utilities > License Manager.
  • Page 60 Set Up Your System Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 61: Use Your System

    Turning the power on “Turning the power on" on page 62 Starting the software “Starting the software" on page 63 Using the software “Using the software" on page 64 This chapter tells you how to start configuring and using your system. Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 62: Turning The Power On

    Use Your System Turning the power on Before switching on any system component, ensure that the supply CAUTION voltages are in the specified ranges. Refer to “Computer Hardware and Software Requirements" on page 148. Battery charging • For a portable system, verify that the batteries (indoor system configuration), phone, and computer batteries are fully charged before beginning data collection.

  • Page 63: Starting The Software

    Use Your System Starting the software 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" page 15 for installation instructions. To start the software 1 To start the software, click Start >...

  • Page 64: Using The Software

    Use Your System Using the software Overview The E6474A application gives you a choice how to manage your data files. The two modes are project mode (default) and file mode. Once you have chosen you mode of operation, the user interface and procedures for configuring the system are the same.

  • Page 65: Introduction - Starting The Application

    Use Your System Introduction - Starting the application When you first open the E6474A, the following screen appears (Figure 32). Select this button to view an animated demonstration of the application Choose a project type and select this button to open and view a typical example project Select this button to start the application...
  • Page 66 Use Your System How to create a new project: 1 Select File > Project Manager (Figure 33). Shortcut key - Select Project Manager Figure 33 Project manager 2 In the project manager window select the New Project icon (Figure 34). Select New Project Figure 34 New project icon...

  • Page 67: Creating A New File

    Use Your System 5 Select OK. The project will be added to your project manager list and will become active. At the same time the user interface will open with the default layout (Figure 36) or with the layout defined in the template, if selected.
  • Page 68 Use Your System How to create a new file: 1 Select File > New (Figure 37). Select New Figure 37 File mode 2 The user interface will open with the default layout (Figure 38). Default User Interface Figure 38 Default user interface (file mode) For more information on file mode and how to use it, refer to the online help.

  • Page 69: Tour Of The User Interface

    Use Your System Tour of the User Interface Once you have created a project, the default user interface is opened. Almost every part of the user interface can be moved and changed to suit your needs. Figure 39 shows the typical parts of the user interface.
  • Page 70 Use Your System Control icons The control icons provide quick access to common tasks associated with controlling drive data collection and view creation. Online help The online help panel provides access to detailed descriptions of all parts of the application and how you can get the most from it.

  • Page 71: Adding Hardware

    Use Your System Hardware does NOT need to be connected to your system for it to be NOTE added to the hardware list. This lets you configure a project without the need for you to have all the hardware. Adding Hardware Hardware can be added to a project even if the device is not available or not connected to your laptop.
  • Page 72 Use Your System 2 Select Add Device from the pop- up menu. (Figure Select Add Device Figure 41 Add device option 3 Expand the list of available devices and select the device you want to add to your project (Figure 42).
  • Page 73 Use Your System device, are shown in (Figure 43) the data items system panel. Device added to hardware panel Data items added Figure 43 Hardware and data item lists Adding hardware (Automatically - with devices connected to your laptop) The device add wizard is used to add hardware automatically to your laptop.
  • Page 74 Use Your System Follow this procedure: 1 In the hardware panel, right- click on hardware. (Figure Right-click here Figure 44 Hardware panel 2 Select Device Wizard... from the pop- up menu. (Figure Select Device Wizard Figure 45 Device add wizard option Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
  • Page 75 Use Your System 3 When Add Device Wizard is opened, step through the wizard until all your devices are detected. (Figure Figure 46 Device add wizard dialogs 4 Once the application has scanned and detected your devices they are added to the hardware list and the device is shown as connected.
  • Page 76 Use Your System Device added to hardware panel and shown as connected Data items added Figure 47 Connected device and data items list Adding receiver measurements Unlike a typical phone device, the Agilent digital receiver is capable of providing different sets of measurements. To access these measurement sets you need to add a receiver measurement after you have added the receiver hardware.
  • Page 77 Use Your System To add a receiver measurement after you have added a receiver to the hardware list, follow this procedure: 1 Right- click on the receiver hardware. 2 Select Add Measurement. (Figure Select Add Measurement Figure 48 Add a receiver measurement Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
  • Page 78 Use Your System 3 Choose the measurement you wish to add to the receiver. (Figure Select a measurement Figure 49 Select a measurement to add 4 Select the added measurement to configure the measurement properties. (Figure 50) Properties that need Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 79: Tour Of Data Items

    Use Your System configured are pre- selector bands, channels to be used and measurement types to be made. Added measurement Properties of the measurement Figure 50 Properties of added measurement As each measurement is added to the receiver in the hardware list, the data items are updated with new items that can be used on views.
  • Page 80 Use Your System Figure 51 shows an example of the data items list. Expand the data items list to see the available measurements Figure 51 List of data items in the data items system panel Data items can be dragged and dropped onto views. Refer to “Views"...

  • Page 81: The Sequencer

    Use Your System The Sequencer In the E6474A application all tests are configured and controlled using the ‘tree- like’ sequencer system panel. The tests available provide a comprehensive range of test scenarios from a simple voice call test to full data network testing including internet connection, FTP, SMS and video testing (dependant on you having valid licenses for these tests).
  • Page 82 Use Your System 3 Right- click on the device and select New > Test > [Select the test you wish to add]. (Figure Select a test to add Figure 54 Add a test Repeat step 3 to build up your test sequence. Repeat step 2 to add more tests for other devices.
  • Page 83 Use Your System Once you have created your test sequence you can configure individual tests using the properties panel (Figure 55) on the right side of the user interface. Select each test to display the properties for that test. Sequencer test Properties of the test Figure 55 Sequencer and properties...

  • Page 84: Views

    Use Your System It is possible to create a parallel test sequence which, for example, can allow you to set up similar test sequences for different phones (Refer to Figure 56). Parallel sequences allow measurements to run concurrently on the same or separate phones.
  • Page 85 Use Your System Full details on how to create a new view in Design Mode are provided in the online help. There are two types of view - common views and device bound views. Common Views This is a view that contains no data items. However when you want to capture data you can add any data items from more than one device.
  • Page 86 Use Your System 3 Expand the data items list and find the data items you want to display in the opened view. (Figure Expand list of data items Figure 58 Data items list 4 Drag and drop the selected data item onto the view (Figure 59).
  • Page 87 Use Your System Drag and drop data items onto view Figure 59 Drag and drop data items onto a view Select the view to display the view properties (Figure 60). Figure 60 View properties Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
  • Page 88 Use Your System Select the data item dropped onto the view to configure the data item on the view (Figure 61). Figure 61 Properties of data item dragged onto the view For example, the type of properties you can configure are colors, fonts, scaling, ranges, color limits, and more.

  • Page 89: Mapping

    Use Your System Mapping You must have a valid mapping license to use the mapping features NOTE (Agilent E6474A option 040 MapX Mapping License or Option 045 with E747x Real-Time Mapping License Option 160). Contact your local Agilent representative for more information. The mapping features provided in the E6474A are based on the MapXtreme mapping engine.
  • Page 90 Use Your System 2 Open a map view (Figure 63). Figure 63 Default map view 3 Select the map load button to open the map loading dialog box. (Figure 64). Click here to open the map load dialog box Figure 64 Map load button 4 Locate and add the map files you wish to load.
  • Page 91 Use Your System 5 Select the Layer Properties button to open the layer properties dialog box. This dialog box is used to modify the added layers to best suit your map display needs (Figure 65). Click here to open the layer properties dialog Figure 65 Loaded and configured map...
  • Page 92 Use Your System Follow this procedure to add and configure data items on a map: 1 Expand the data items list. 2 Locate and select the data item you wish to plot on the map. 3 Drag and drop the data item (or items) onto the map view.
  • Page 93 Use Your System The cellsite importer is a utility for taking a source cellsite data file and mapping this source data to a master list of cellsite fields within the E6474A application. This is done by creating a cross- reference between the source data items and the data fields in the master list.
  • Page 94 Use Your System 3 Select a valid text file (must have header text “Cellsite Data V10”, TAB delimited and no blank lines) and select open. (Figure 69). Figure 69 Example cellsite file The latitude and longitude format should be Deg:Min:Sec OR signed NOTE decimal format.
  • Page 95 Use Your System 6 Select the equivalent heading from the source data column. Use the source data viewer for verify the data format.(Figure 71). Example of source data Figure 71 Source data viewer 7 (optional) You can select which data format to use for the master and source match.
  • Page 96 Use Your System 8 Select Add. The matched pair of data items are added to the Match Template. (Figure Select master item Select source item Select add Choose a data format if applicable Figure 72 Master and Source matched data items Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
  • Page 97 Use Your System 9 Repeat steps 5- 8 until you have matched all your cellsite data items. (Figure Figure 73 Matched data items 10 Select Create Matched Data to save the output of the cellsite importer. Refer to the online help for more information on using the cellsite importer.

  • Page 98: How To Add And Configure An Indoor Map

    Use Your System The cellsite data is displayed on a map view once logging is started and your data collection is in the same geographical region as the loaded cellsite database. Figure 74 Add a cellsite layer button How to add and configure an indoor map The E6474A software supports indoor or in- building measurements.
  • Page 99 Use Your System Select Indoor Mapping Mode Figure 75 Select indoor mapping mode option 3 This adds two icons to the map view. Select the new load map icon. Refer to Figure Two icons added to menu Figure 76 Added indoor icons 4 In the map load dialog box, enter: a Locate and select a indoor floor plan (BMP or JPG).
  • Page 100 Use Your System Figure 77 Indoor floor plan loading dialog box 5 From the data items panel, drag and drop data items to plot on the floor plan. 6 Configure the data items. Once the map or floor plan has been loaded and data items configured, you are ready to collect data.

  • Page 101: Collecting Data

    Use Your System Figure 78 Example of an indoor measurement plot Collecting Data The E6474A provides simple controls that let you quickly collect data once you have set up your project and test environment. To collect data Follow this procedure: 1 Create or open a project.
  • Page 102 Use Your System 5 Select the Log Mode button (Figure 79). Select Log Mode button Figure 79 Log Mode button At this point all device connections are checked and then measurement data will be collected and added to the current project.
  • Page 103 Use Your System Overview of collection and playback controls Figure 81 shows the control toolbar. Pause Relative/Absolute time button Play Stop Playback speed Log Mode Step Backward Step Forward Live Mode Playback progress Play/Playback time Figure 81 Data collection and playback toolbar Click’n’Sync data display At any point during data collection or playback you can double- click on a line chart, map, event or protocol message...

  • Page 104: Events

    Use Your System Events Overview An event is a powerful and flexible way of monitoring and highlighting drive- test problems and issues. Using the event wizard you are able to build events that can show problem areas as they develop during your testing processes. Using the Add Event Wizard you can quickly build a set of triggers around particular event data sources.
  • Page 105 Use Your System How to add a new event to the event library Follow these steps: 1 Configure a project with one or more devices. 2 Start the Add Event Wizard (refer to Figure 82). Figure 82 Starting the Add Event Wizard 3 Select the Create Event button (Figure 83).
  • Page 106 Use Your System 6 Set the conditions for triggering the event (Figure 84). Figure 84 Typical event conditions 7 Set the actions to be performed when the event is triggered (Figure 85). Figure 85 Select each action to configure 8 Select Finish when you have completed the process. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
  • Page 107 Use Your System The event has now been added to your event library and is ready to be copied to your active project or file. How to copy an event from the event library into your active project Follow these steps: 1 Configure a project with one or more devices.
  • Page 108 Use Your System What events do you have in your project? To view which events you have assigned to your active project or file, open the Active Events List system panel. Follow these steps: 1 Select View > System Panels > Active Event List. 2 Select the Expand icon to show all the events in the project (Figure...
  • Page 109 Use Your System Follow these steps to export your events: 1 Select Configuration > Events Library. 2 Select the events (on the left side of the dialog box) that you wish to export (Figure 88). Figure 88 Events to export 3 Select the move- over button.
  • Page 110 Use Your System 3 Select the events (on the right side of the dialog box) that you wish to import (Figure 89). Figure 89 Import events from an external file 4 Select the move- over button. 5 Select OK to close the Events Library and complete the import process.

  • Page 111: Sharing Projects And Data

    Use Your System Sharing Projects and Data Once you have created a project, set up hardware and the sequencer, configured your views and collected data, you can share that data or project configuration with other engineers. To share a drive file that was collected using file mode, simply transfer the single drive file (AOD) to the person you wish to share the information with.
  • Page 112 Use Your System 3 Select the export project button (Figure 91). Select Export Project button Figure 91 Export project button 4 Select the drive data you wish to export with the project (Figure 92). Select drive data to be export with your project Figure 92 Select data to export...
  • Page 113 Use Your System The procedure for importing projects with associated drive- test data is the reverse of the export process. The following procedure outlines the process. To import a project with data The project manager is used for importing projects and associated data.
  • Page 114 Use Your System 4 The import progress dialog box opens and displays the import results (Figure 96). Figure 96 Import progress dialog box The imported project and drive- test data now appears in the project manager. To import an SD5 file An SD5 file format is a drive- test data file from previous versions of the E6474A software (9.4 and before).
  • Page 115 Use Your System 4 The import progress dialog box opens and any import issues are logged. 5 Once the import is completed, select the Close button (Figure 98). Any import issues are listed here Select Close when the import is completed Figure 98 Import SD5 status report A project, and associated drive data, is created and added to...
  • Page 116 Use Your System Follow these steps: 1 In Design Mode, select Design > Manage Views (Figure 99). Select Manage Views Figure 99 Open manage views dialog box 2 Select the views that you wish to export (Figure 100). Only the views you have created, modified or imported to your current NOTE project are available for export.
  • Page 117 Use Your System 5 (Optional) If you would like to define the external file name before you export your views, select the New External File button and enter the name of the file. Exported views will be added to this file. 6 Select OK and close the manage views dialog box.
  • Page 118 Use Your System 5 (Optional) If the name of an imported custom view is the same as a view you already have in your project the rename dialog box is displayed. Rename the imported custom view and select OK. 6 Select OK and close the manage views dialog box. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 119: Get Results Fast

    Vehicle drivers should not operate the Agilent E6474A system while WARNING the vehicle is in motion. It is recommended that you look at the online training videos before NOTE configuring and collecting data. “Using the Online Training" on page 120. It is Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 120: Using The Online Training

    Get Results Fast Using the Online Training As part of the product, the Agilent E6474A software includes training topics as part of the online help. The training topics provide an overview of the capabilities of the Agilent E6474A software. They also demonstrate the most common tasks you’ll perform, and then guides you through those tasks in a simulation of the program.

  • Page 121: Online Help

    Get Results Fast Online Help The software includes context- sensitive 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.

  • Page 122: Documentation Library

    Get Results Fast Documentation Library Included with the software application is a detailed library of useful reference documentation. This documentation (including this User’s Guide) provides more information about the application and how it can be applied to range of technologies. To access the library: 1 Start the E6474A Application.

  • Page 123: Getting Assistance, If You Need It

    127 Update E645xx receiver firmware. “Updating Receiver Firmware" page 128 Contact Customer Support. “Short these pins to update the firmware" on page 130 Return the system for service. “Returning the System for Service" on page 132 Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 124: Troubleshooting Your E6474A System

    Getting Assistance, If You Need It Troubleshooting your E6474A system Device communication problems Occasionally, when you probe a COM port, the error message Figure 102 may be displayed Figure 102 No device error message Causes This message is displayed for the following reasons: •...

  • Page 125: Setting An Iden Phone's Baud Rate

    Getting Assistance, If You Need It Setting an iDEN phone’s baud rate The baud rate for any iDEN phone must be set to 19200 baud, otherwise the phone may not be identified (this applies to serial connections only). The following is the procedure for the i1000 Plus phone.
  • Page 126 Getting Assistance, If You Need It Toshiba C-103T 1 Unplug the interface cable from the phone. 2 Plug the phone interface cable into the phone. The phone will power up. 3 Within the next 5 seconds, press the following keys on the handset: # 3 2 5 7 4 7 * (Numbers will appear on the display.) 4 Press the # key.

  • Page 127: Online Frequently Asked Questions

    2 Click on the FAQ tab. 3 Navigate up or down the FAQ links to find the appropriate FAQ topic. If you do not have access to the web, contact your local Agilent Technologies representative for information. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 128: Updating Receiver Firmware

    Getting Assistance, If You Need It Updating Receiver Firmware The Agilent receiver range uses a software-enabled firmware W1314A NOTE upgrade process that is managed by the E6474A software. If the firmware or internal components require updating, follow the instructions provided when you try to connect your receiver to the software application.
  • Page 129 Getting Assistance, If You Need It 2 Click Yes. The message box in Figure 104 appears. Figure 104 Firmware upgrade required, second dialog box 3 Insert the firmware programming dongle into the Rx Loop Out port of the receiver, as shown in Figure 105.

  • Page 130: Replacement Firmware Security Key

    Replacement firmware security key 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...

  • Page 131: Contacting Customer Support

    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. Numbers to call 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.

  • Page 132: Returning The System For Service

    Please notify Agilent Technologies before returning your system for NOTE service. Any special arrangements for the system can be discussed at that time. This will help Agilent Technologies repair and return your system as quickly as possible. Warranty repair 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.

  • Page 133: Preparing The System For Shipping

    3 Pack the system in the original shipping containers. Original materials are available through Agilent Technologies office. See step 4 for more information. 4 Wrap the system in anti-static plastic to For systems weighing less then 54 kg (120 lbs.), use a double-walled, reduce the possibility of damage caused corrugated cardboard carton of 159 kg (350 lbs.) test strength.
  • Page 134 Getting Assistance, If You Need It Do This Additional Information 5 Seal the carton with strong nylon adhesive tape and mark it “FRAGILE, HANDLE WITH CARE”. 6 Retain copies of all shipping papers. Cover electrical connectors to protect sensitive components from CAUTION electrostatic damage.

  • Page 135: A Safety And Regulatory Information

    Requirements for Electronic Measuring Apparatus, and have been supplied in a safe condition. The documentation contains information and warnings which must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition. Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 136: Installation, Use, And Storage

    (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.

  • Page 137: Signal And Input Power

    Safety and Regulatory Information Signal and input power The input power to the Agilent 645xC digital receiver should not CAUTION 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 - 645xC, 4 amp 32 V FB Fuse - W1314A) only with the same type of rating (type nA/nV).
  • Page 138 Safety and Regulatory Information Symbol Description Power switch STANDBY or IGNITION SENSE position Power switch OFF position Registered trademark of the European Commu- nity. If it is accompanied by a year, it indicates the year the design was proven. The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association This text indicates that the instrument is an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group Class A...

  • Page 139: Declaration Of Conformity - Agilent E64Xx Rf Receivers

    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 Greg Pfeiffer/Quality Engineering Manager For further information, please contact your local Agilent Technologies sales office, agent or distributor Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 140: Declaration Of Conformity - Agilent W1314A Receivers

    Supplementary Information: This DoC applies to above-listed products placed on the EU market after: July 10, 2009 Date Merlin Loblick Quality Manager For further information, please contact your local Agilent Technologies sales office, agent or distributor. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 141: B Connection Panels And Led Indicators

    For this information See this W1314A receiver “Agilent W1314A Receivers" on page 142 E645xC receiver “E645xC Receiver" on page 143 Trimble Placer GPS 455DR “Trimble Placer GPS 455DR" on page 144 Fei-Zypher Timing Module “Fei-Zypher Timing Module" on page 145 Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 142: Agilent W1314A Receivers

    Connection Panels and LED Indicators Agilent W1314A Receivers Master USB port 4-port USB hub 1PPS ANT. W1314A-120 RF IN 450-496, 921-962 MHz Quad Band Receiver 1800-1885, 2100-2180 MHz +10 dBm (10 mW) MAX TEMP 9-34VDC 20 VDC MAX 18W TYP STAT 48W MAX Figure 108 W1314A Receiver Front Panel...

  • Page 143: E645Xc Receiver

    Connection Panels and LED Indicators E645xC Receiver Figure 109 E645xx Receiver connector panel Table 3 E645xx Receiver connector panel descriptions (see Figure 109) Reference Name Description or Cable Connection RS-232 Receiver data port Connect to receiver data/power cable GPS Antenna GPS antenna connector Connect to GPS antenna, if equipped (included with E6455C;...

  • Page 144: Trimble Placer Gps 455Dr

    Connection Panels and LED Indicators Trimble Placer GPS 455DR Figure 110 Trimble Placer connector panel Table 4 Trimble Placer connector panel descriptions (see Figure 110) Connector Name Cable Part Number Opposite End of Cable Connects To GPS Antenna E6450-80002 GPS antenna Radio 8120-8650 GPS RS-232 port of the E645xx receiver...

  • Page 145: Fei-Zypher Timing Module

    Connection Panels and LED Indicators Fei-Zypher Timing Module 1 PPS 10 MHz CONTROL Figure 111 Fei-Zypher Timing Module Table 5 Fei-Zypher Timing Module descriptions (see Figure 111) Connector Name Cable Part Number Opposite End of Cable Connects To GPS antenna 1PPS Connects to the 1PPS port on the W1314A receiver and provides timing and measurement synchronization.
  • Page 146 Connection Panels and LED Indicators Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...
  • Page 147 “Computer Hardware and Software specifications Requirements" on page 148 Battery specifications “Battery Specifications (W1314A-070)" on page 149 Receiver specifications “Receiver Specifications" page 151 W1314A antenna specifications “W1314A Antenna Specifications" page 176 List of supported phones “Phone Support" on page 177 Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 148: C Specifications

    Specifications Computer Hardware and Software Requirements The following are the minimum computer requirements: • Windows® XP Professional (including XP for Pen- tablet) • 1.6GHz Pentium M, 512MB RAM • Parallel port or USB Port (for software key) • PCMCIA slot or a USB connection (for multiple hardware support) •...

  • Page 149: Battery Specifications (W1314A-070)

    Specifications Battery Specifications (W1314A-070) Item Description Specifications Option number W1314A-070 Part Number 1420-0895 Typical Capacity 6840 mAh Nominal Voltage 10.8V, 7.2 Ah Storage Temperature Range Storage Temperature Limits: -20°C to 60°C The battery packs should be stored in an environment with low humidity, free from corrosive gas at a recommended temperature range <21°C.

  • Page 150: Charger Specifications

    Recycling Corporation (RBRC) for disposal. 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.

  • Page 151: Receiver Specifications

    Calibration Cycle Agilent Technologies warrants instrument specifications over the recommended calibration interval. To maintain specifications, periodic re- calibrations are necessary. We recommend that the receiver be calibrated at an Agilent Technologies service facility every 12 months. Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 152: W1314A Receiver Specifications

    Specifications W1314A receiver specifications The W1314A receiver supports multiple band ranges. Refer to the individual receivers’ labelling for range capabilities. Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency accuracy ±3 ppm Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year IF Bandwidth (nominal) 5 MHz, 200 KHz Amplitude Accuracy ±1.5 dB typical (0°...
  • Page 153 Specifications Item Description Specification Integrated internal GPS 12 Channel Type Agilent E6474A User’s Guide...

  • Page 154: E6450C Cdma Pcs 1.9 Ghz Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6450C CDMA PCS 1.9 GHz receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 1850 to 1910 MHz 1930 to 1990 MHz Frequency accuracy ±1 ppm With GPS time synchronization ±0.05 ppm, characteristic IF bandwidth (wideband mode) 1.25 MHz, characteristic IF bandwidth (narrowband mode) 30 kHz, characteristic Aging of TCXO...
  • Page 155 Specifications Item Description Specification Storage temperature range – 40°C to +70°C Dimensions 6 in x 3-5/8 in x 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Power 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS option 200) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W AC Power...

  • Page 156: E6451C Gsm900 Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6451C GSM900 receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range E6451C range: 876 to 915 MHz 921 to 960 MHz Frequency accuracy ±1 ppm IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic (wideband mode) 200 kHz, characteristic (narrowband mode) Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude Accuracy, 1.25 MHz IF bandwidth...
  • Page 157 Specifications Item Description Specification Power (options 300, 320, 340) 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS, Option 310, 330, 350) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with 100 - 240 Volts AC receiver) 50 - 60 Hz Internal GPS GPS Receiver 8 Channel internal GPS receiver...

  • Page 158: E6452C Cdma/Tdma Cellular Band Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6452C CDMA/TDMA cellular band receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 824 to 849 MHz 869 to 894 MHz Frequency accuracy With GPS time ±1 ppm synchronization ±0.05 ppm, characteristic IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic 30 kHz, characteristic Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude...
  • Page 159 Specifications Item Description Specification Storage temperature range – 40°C to +70°C Dimensions 6 in × 3-5/8 in × 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Power 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS, option 200) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with...

  • Page 160: E6457C Japan Cdma Cellular Band Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6457C Japan CDMA cellular band receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 832 to 870 MHz 887 to 925 MHz Frequency accuracy With GPS time ±1 ppm synchronization ±0.05 ppm, characteristic IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic 30 kHz, characteristic Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude...
  • Page 161 Specifications Item Description Specification Dimensions 6 in × 3-5/8 in × 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Power 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS, option 200) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with 100 - 240 Volts AC 50 - 60 Hz receiver)

  • Page 162: E6453C Gsm1800 And Korean Cdma Band Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6453C GSM1800 and Korean CDMA band receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 1710 to 1785 MHz 1805 to 1880 MHz Frequency accuracy ±1 ppm With GPS time synchronization ±.05 ppm characteristic IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic (wideband mode) 200 kHz, characteristic (narrowband mode) Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year...
  • Page 163 Specifications Item Description Specification Weight 2.1 kg (4.6 lbs) Power 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS, Option 200) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with 100 - 240 Volts AC 50 - 60 Hz receiver) ‡...

  • Page 164: E6454C 1.9 Ghz Cdma/Gsm1900 Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6454C 1.9 GHz CDMA/GSM1900 receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 1850 to 1910 MHz 1930 to 1990 MHz Frequency accuracy ±1 ppm With GPS time synchronization ±.05 ppm characteristic IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic (wideband mode) 200 kHz, characteristic (narrowband mode) Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude...
  • Page 165 Specifications Item Description Specification Power 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS, Option 200) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with 100 - 240 Volts AC 50 - 60 Hz receiver) ‡ Internal GPS GPS Receiver 8 Channel internal GPS receiver (Option 200)

  • Page 166: E6455C 2.1 Ghz W-Cdma/Umts/Cdma2000 Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6455C 2.1 GHz W-CDMA/UMTS/cdma2000 receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 1920 to 1980 MHz [1895-1990] 2110 to 2170 MHz [2100-2180] Frequency accuracy With GPS time ±1 ppm synchronization ±0.05 ppm, characteristic IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic 5 MHz, characteristic Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude...
  • Page 167 Specifications Item Description Specification Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Power 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with 100 - 240 Volts AC 50 - 60 Hz receiver) Support for Pulse triggering measurements Internal GPS GPS Receiver 8 Channel internal GPS receiver Connector type Differential compatible without dead reckoning...

  • Page 168: E6456C 1.9 Ghz W-Cdma/Umts/Cdma2000 Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6456C 1.9 GHz W-CDMA/UMTS/cdma2000 receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 1850 to 1910 MHz 1930 to 1990 MHz Frequency accuracy With GPS time ±1 ppm synchronization ±0.05 ppm, characteristic IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic 5 MHz, characteristic Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude...
  • Page 169 Specifications Item Description Specification Power 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with 100 - 240 Volts AC 50 - 60 Hz receiver) Support for Pulse triggering measurements Internal GPS GPS Receiver 8 Channel internal GPS receiver Connector type Differential compatible without dead reckoning Note: The internal GPS can be disabled if you wish to connect an external GPS system.

  • Page 170: E6458C Gsm 850 Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6458C GSM 850 receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Frequency range 824 to 849MHz 869to 894MHz Frequency accuracy With GPS time ±1 ppm synchronization ±0.05 ppm, characteristic IF bandwidth 1.25 MHz, characteristic 200 kHz, characteristic Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude Accuracy, 1.25 MHz IF ±0.5 typical...
  • Page 171 Specifications Item Description Specification Storage temperature range – 40°C to +70°C Dimensions 6 in × 3-5/8 in × 8 in 15.24 cm x 9.21 cm x 20.32 cm Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Power 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS, option 200) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with...

  • Page 172: E6458C-100 Gsm/Umts 850 And Pcs 1900 Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E6458C-100 GSM/UMTS 850 and PCS 1900 receiver specifications The UMTS functionality of the E6456C receiver has been combined with the GSM functionality of the E6458C. It is possible to operate the receiver as: • GSM 850 MHz and GSM 1900 MHz simultaneously •...
  • Page 173 Specifications Item Description Specification † Adjacent channel desensitization – 25 dBm typical ‡ Adjacent channel rejection 45 dB typical Internally generated spurious, input referred – 120 dBm Input/Output RF input 50Ω Type-N Connectors Computer RS-232 (DB9) Male RS-232 (DB9) Male Power DC power jack 100 mils, positive center Miscellaneous...

  • Page 174: E7456C Iden/Cdma Rf Receiver Specifications

    Specifications E7456C iDEN/CDMA RF receiver specifications Item Description Specification Frequency Forward Channel frequency range 851 to 870 MHz 935 to 940 MHz Frequency accuracy With GPS time ±1 ppm synchronization ±0.05 ppm, characteristic IF bandwidth 30 kHz, characteristic 1.25 MHz, characteristic Aging of TCXO ±1 ppm/year Amplitude...
  • Page 175 Specifications Item Description Specification Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) Power 9 to 34 V DC, 9W Power (internal GPS, option 200) 9 to 34 V DC, 10W Transformer AC Power (supplied with 100 - 240 Volts AC 50 - 60 Hz receiver) Internal GPS (Option...

  • Page 176: W1314A Antenna Specifications

    Specifications W1314A Antenna Specifications The following specifications are for the two multi- band antennas supplied with the W1314A RF Receiver combiner kit. W1314-80023 - Multi-Band Antenna Frequency Gain 700 - 1250MHz 3 dBi peak 1650 - 2000MHz 5dBi peak 2100 - 2700MHz 3dBi peak 1700 - 2700MHz 0dBi without groundplane...

  • Page 177: Phone Support

    Specifications 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. 3 Select the “Supported phones and cables list”...

  • Page 178: Options And Part Numbers

    Specifications Options and Part Numbers W1314A replacement parts list The following is a list of the most common replacement and accessory parts for the W1314A Receivers. Part Number Description 0950-4858 AC Pwr Supply, 12V, 50W at 40C 1200-1897 Connector, RF TNC to N Adapter; N plug to 3030-1347 Screw-Mach Pan HD 12-14 THD 0.75in LG 5182-1295...

  • Page 179: Agilent E645Xc Receivers

    Specifications 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 E645xC receivers Part Number Description Available Options E6450C PCS CDMA receiver, 1.9GHz E6451C GSM receiver, 900 MHz E6452C...

  • Page 180: Hardware Included With E6474A Software Licenses

    Specifications Hardware included with E6474A software licenses E6474A hardware options are typically ordered with the Agilent E6474A system. E6474A software option licenses include the following hardware items: Component Part Number Description Software license key for Parallel port E6474-10002 Can be programmed with the E6474A software options that you have ordered using the License Manager software.

  • Page 181: In-Vehicle Installation Guidelines

    Depth: 12 inches / 305mm ½ • Height: 1 inches / 38mm • If you are using a permanently installed cellular antenna, follow the antenna manufacturer’s installation instructions. Antennas should be spaced at least 18” (45cm) apart to minimize interference. Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 182 Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation • Before installing this product, check your vehicle warranty for WARNING any 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.

  • Page 183: Recommended Tools

    Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Recommended Tools • Electric drill and bits • Screwdriver • Wire cutter and stripper • Voltmeter • Terminal crimping tool or equivalent • Pliers • Panel removing tool (optional) • For in- vehicle rack installation, either a nut driver, electric screwdriver, or drill with screwdriver bits Installation Overview Following is an overview of the steps you’ll take to install...

  • Page 184: Installing The Mounting Plate

    Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Your system is now ready for configuring in the E6474A Drive Test Software. Refer to the E6474A Getting Started Guide (E6474- 90085 - which can be found in Help > Library). Installing the Mounting Plate Install the receiver’s mounting plate as follows: 1 Locate a flat surface of the vehicle to which the mounting plate can be securely attached.

  • Page 185: Attaching The Receiver To The Mounting Plate

    Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Figure 113 Receiver Mounting Plate Attaching the Receiver to the Mounting Plate The E6474A can be attached to the mounting plate in either direction. Before you attach it, determine which direction best fits the available space. For example, if space is tight, mount the receiver as shown in Figure 114 on page 186 to...

  • Page 186: Installing The Pdm In The Vehicle

    Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation RF IN 1PPS Agilent W1314A-120 Quad Band Receiver 9-34VDC Latch tab Figure 114 E6474A positioned on mounting plate To attaching the receiver to the mounting plate 1 Slip one end of the receiver under the latch tab. 2 Slide the receiver into place.
  • Page 187 Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation 3 Drill the holes, using a 5/32” (5.5mm) drill bit, or the metric equivalent that accommodates the screw. 4 Attach the PDM to the vehicle, using the hardware provided. 82.57 mm 199.6 mm Figure 115 Installing the PDM Connecting Cables to the PDM A standard configuration for the PDM includes the following cables.
  • Page 188 Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Power cable connects Cable retainer to spare battery Figure 116 Cabling the PDM Connecting the PDM to the Vehicle's Battery The PDM connects via the red and black cables to the positive and negative terminals of the battery. The red cable connects to the positive terminal through a fuse block.

  • Page 189: Mounting The E645X Receiver

    Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Black cable Red cable Blue cable Fuse Holder (20 Amp, mini-type) Ignition circuit Figure 117 Connecting the PDM to the Vehicle's Battery Mounting the E645x receiver Use the following guidelines for installing the Agilent E645x receiver: •...

  • Page 190: Antenna Installation

    Permanent In-Vehicle Hardware Installation Antenna Installation Installation guidelines • 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.

  • Page 191: Index

    E6456C specifications, backpack hardware layout, receivers, E6458C specifications, 170, 172, battery, Trimble Placer 455, E645x firmware upgrade, car, contacting Agilent Technologies, E7456C specifications, 174, charger specifications, control icons, edit test sequence, charging, create a new sequence, event library, check charge,...
  • Page 192 event output view, how to documentation, events add an event to the library, events, conditions, copy event from library to License Manager software, library, project, licensed options, list in project, find out more, list of views, overview, Live Mode, sharing, Log Mode, views, export...
  • Page 193 PDF files, recommended PC specifications, E6452C Cellular Band receiver, PDM, release notes, E6453C GSM1800 & Korean CDMA permanent installation, replacement firmware upgrade receiver, Phone connection key, E6454C 1.9 GHz CDMA/GSM1900 direct serial port, reset factory settings for timing receiver, USB Port, module, E6455C 2.1 GHz phone numbers to call,...
  • Page 194 Updating receiver firmware, User Account Control, Using of your system, vehicle ignition, vehicle installation antenna installation, verifying software installation, view data item properties, exporting, import, list of views, map, properties, Vista operating system, 15, W1314-80023 Multi-band antenna, W1314-80024 antenna, W1314A multiple receiver connection, PDM Module, single receiver connection,...

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