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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com User Guide Anritsu Power Master™ Using PowerXpert™ MA24507A, Frequency Selectable mmWave Power Analyzer, 9 kHz to 70 GHz Anritsu Company PN: 10585-00029 490 Jarvis Drive Revision: A Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809 Published: October 2016...
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Title-2 PN: 10585-00029 Rev. A MA24507A PowerXpert UG...
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Table of Contents (Continued) Power Hunter Settings ............3-9 Start/Stop Frequency.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Table of Contents (Continued) RF Connector Precautions ........... . 4-2 Handle With Care .
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Table of Contents (Continued) Command Requirements ........... . . 7-2 Query Commands .
• Preparation for storage and shipment Description The Anritsu MA24507A Power Master is a frequency selectable mmWave power analyzer that connects and communicates with a PC via USB. It can accurately measure signals as low as 9 kHz and up to 70 GHz. It is ideal for testing many mmWave applications, like 802.11ad, wireless backhaul, and other future 5G...
All Anritsu power analyzers are assigned a unique seven digit serial number, such as “1601015”. The serial number is printed on a label that is affixed to the unit. When ordering parts or corresponding with Anritsu Customer Service, please use the correct serial number with reference to the specific instrument's model number.
To provide maximum protection against damage in transit, the power analyzer should be repackaged in the original shipping container. If this container is no longer available and the unit is being returned to Anritsu for repair, please advise Anritsu Customer Service and use the following process to package the USB power...
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Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Chapter 2 — Installation (PC Only) Introduction ™ This chapter provides information on installing the Anritsu PowerXpert application and the MA24507A Power Master backend software, • “Hardware and Software Requirements” for the Anritsu PowerXpert application •...
Once the file is opened, the Installation begins. You see a Preparing Setup screen with a progress bar indicating the status of the Preparation Setup. Figure 2-1. Anritsu Preparing Setup 4. Select Next on the Welcome screen. Figure 2-2. Anritsu Welcome Screen PN: 10585-00029 Rev.
Setting PowerXpert to Run in Windows XP Compatibility Mode Figure 2-8. Setting PowerXpert to Run in Windows XP Compatibility Mode The PowerXpert application can be launched from the Windows Start menu from the Anritsu program group. Select Install the software automatically (Recommended), and then click Next. Figure 2-9.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 2-5 Setting PowerXpert to Run in Windows XP Compatibility Mode Installation (PC Only) PN: 10585-00029 Rev. A MA24507A PowerXpert UG...
™ PowerXpert . PowerXpert is a data analysis and control software for use with Anritsu’s USB power sensors and USB power analyzers. PowerXpert provides a graphical user interface (GUI), making the PC appear like a traditional power meter. Using PowerXpert, the MA24507A Power Master power analyzer operates in three modes: •...
These lower task bar parameter settings are available to select and change manually. Changes to these settings are applied by pressing the Enter key. (The lower task bar parameter settings are used in Continuous mode only) Figure 3-1. Anritsu PowerXpert Application GUI Overview (1 of 2) PN: 10585-00029 Rev. A MA24507A PowerXpert UG...
Information Area”. Figure 3-1. Anritsu PowerXpert Application GUI Overview (2 of 2) PowerXpert Settings Connect Power Analyzer Connect the USB connector side of the Power Analyzer Cable to the PC. Once connected, you see the sensor model number and serial number appear in the “Sensor Information Area”...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-4 Continuous Mode Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ Continuous Mode Continuous Mode is the default mode in which the MA24507A Power Master starts and displays the peak or average power of the input signal. In this mode, the USB power analyzer is “continuously triggered” and collects data at all times.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-5 Continuous Mode Settings Continuous Mode Settings Changing the settings in Continuous Mode requires that the “Apply Above Settings Button” to be Note selected to activate any changed settings. Measurement –...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-5 Continuous Mode Settings Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ Measurement Hold When set to On, holds the last sensor readings. When set to Off, the sensor continues to sample measurements. Graticule Display Settings The parameter settings available below the display screen provide control of the graticule power vs time settings.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-5 Continuous Mode Settings Continuous Mode Numerical Display Area The Continuous Mode numerical display window contains the following information: 1601015 Index Description Communications port to which the sensor is connected Model number of the connected power sensor Serial number of the connected power sensor Channel power or CW max mode...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-6 Power Hunter Mode Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ Power Hunter Mode Power Hunter Mode allows the user to search for up to six CW amplitude peaks within a user-defined frequency span. The Power Hunter Mode display window contains the following information. Power Hunter Mode Setting Options/Range...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-7 Power Hunter Settings Power Hunter Settings Power Hunter mode only supports CW max mode. Start/Stop Frequency Start and stop frequencies define the frequency window in which power analyzer will search for CW “peaks”. If six sensors are connected, PowerXpert will return the six highest CW values and the associated frequencies.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-7 Power Hunter Settings Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ Power Hunter Mode Numerical Display Area The Power Hunter mode numerical display window contains the following information: Index Description Communications port to which the sensor is connected Model number of the connected power sensor Serial number of the connected power sensor CW mode setting (always CW max in Power Hunter mode)
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-7 Power Hunter Settings Power Reading Display The power reading window displays the frequency and power for each of the six highest CW peaks within the start and stop frequency range. The delta channel 1 column displays the power difference in dB between each channel and channel 1.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-8 Channel Monitor Mode Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ Channel Monitor Mode Channel Monitor Mode allows the user to enter up to six different frequencies and monitor power at those frequencies simultaneously. The Channel Monitor display window contains the following information. Channel Monitor Mode Setting Options/Range...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-9 Channel Monitor Mode Settings Channel Monitor Mode Settings Measurement – CW/Channel Mode The CW/Channel mode pull down lets you select between Channel Power and CW Max mode. In Channel Power mode, the sensor will calculate the average integrated power across the entire user-defined span.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-9 Channel Monitor Mode Settings Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ Channel Monitor Mode Numerical Display Area The Channel Monitor mode numerical display window contains the following information: Index Description Communications port to which the sensor is connected Model number of the connected power sensor Serial number of the connected power sensor Channel/CW mode setting...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-9 Channel Monitor Mode Settings Channel Monitor Display The Channel Monitor readings display window is where the user enters the center frequencies. To monitor a frequency, simply click on one of the channels, type in the center frequency in GHz, and press enter or click out of the channel.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-10 Graticule Settings and Graphical Display Area Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-10 Graticule Settings and Graphical Display Area This section provides a brief overview of the graticule settings and graphical display areas that are presented in the different operating modes of PowerXpert.
For detailed information on Zeroing the USB power Sensors, refer to the latest USB Power Sensor with PowerXpert User Guide – 10585-00020, available at:.http://www.anritsu.com. Averages The Averages setting allows you to specify the number of measurements that are averaged to calculate the displayed power.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-12 Tools Menu Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-12 Tools Menu The Tools menu provides the option of zeroing all sensors, capturing the PowerXpert screen display, enabling the log data. The grayed out selections are not available with the MA24507A Power Master, but become available when a MA24208A, MA24218A, MA24330A, MA24340A, or MA24350A power sensor is connected and selected.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-12 Tools Menu Capture Screen The Capture Screen utility captures a PowerXpert screenshot and launches the Save image dialog that allows you to save the image in BMP, JPEG, PNG, or GIF file formats. Figure 3-14.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-12 Tools Menu Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ Sample log data is shown in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet file below: Figure 3-16. Log Data Enhanced Modulation On Data logging is stopped by accessing the Tools | Log Data toolbar and pressing Stop in the Log data dialog. Figure 3-17.
Only one MA24507A Power Master power analyzer can be connected to a PC at a time, but one MA24507A Power Master power analyzer can be used with multiple other Anritsu USB power sensors, such as the MA241xxA, MA242xxA and MA243xxA USB power sensors.
If this occurs: 1. Close the application and disconnect the power analyzer or sensor. 2. Open the PowerXpert application and reconnect the power analyzer or power sensor. 3. If the problem persists, contact an Anritsu service center. 3-22 PN: 10585-00029 Rev. A...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-14 Help 3-14 Help The Help menu provides options to launch the online documentation and provides an informational About dialog. V 1.0 Figure 3-22. About PowerXpert MA24507A PowerXpert UG PN: 10585-00029 Rev.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 3-14 Help Using MA24507A Power Master™ with PowerXpert™ 3-24 PN: 10585-00029 Rev. A MA24507A PowerXpert UG...
Complying with these precautions will guarantee longer component life and less equipment downtime due to connector or device failure. This will ensure that USB power sensor and USB power analyzer failures are not due to misuse or abuse – two failure modes not covered under the Anritsu warranty. Warning Beware of destructive pin depth of mating connectors.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 4-3 RF Connector Precautions Power Analyzer Care Clean the Connectors The precise geometry that makes the RF component’s high performance possible can easily be disturbed by dirt and other contamination adhering to the connector interfaces. When not in use, keep the connectors covered. Connectors must be cleaned using a lint-free cotton swab that has been dampened with Isopropyl alcohol (IPA).
Connection Techniques Connection Procedure Table 4-1 lists the Anritsu Company torque wrench and open end wrench part numbers for connectors used on USB power sensors and power analyzers. Table 4-1. Connector Wrench Requirements – Torque Wrenches and Settings – Open End Wrenches...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 4-5 RF Connector Preventive Care Power Analyzer Care Disconnection Procedure 1. Use an open end wrench to prevent the connector body from turning. 2. Use another wrench to loosen the connector nut. 3. Complete the disconnection by hand, turning only the connector nut. 4.
There are some dimensions that are critical for the mechanical integrity, non-destructive mating and electrical performance of the connector. Connector gauge kits are available for many connector types. Please refer to Anritsu Application Note 10200-00040. The mechanical gauging of coaxial connectors will detect and prevent the following problems:...
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 4-5 RF Connector Preventive Care Power Analyzer Care Pin Depth Dimensions Based on RF components returned for repair, destructive pin depth of mating connectors is the major cause of failure in the field. Before mating, measure the pin depth of the device that will mate with the RF component. The dimensions measured are shown in Figure 4-1.
Power Analyzer Care 4-5 RF Connector Preventive Care Pin Depth Gauge Use an Anritsu Pin Depth Gauge or equivalent as shown in Figure 4-2 to accurately measure pin depths. Note A destructive pin depth has a center pin that is too long in respect to the connector’s reference plane.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 4-6 Connector Cleaning Power Analyzer Care Connector Cleaning Connector interfaces should be kept clean and free of dirt and other debris. Clean connectors with lint-free cotton swabs. Isopropyl alcohol is the recommended solvent. Figure 4-3 on page 4-9 illustrates the cleaning procedures for male and female connectors.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Power Analyzer Care 4-6 Connector Cleaning Do NOT use Industrial Solvents or Water on connector. Use only Isopropyl Alcohol. Dampen only, DO NOT saturate. FEMALE MALE Use only isopropyl alcohol and the proper size of cotton swab. Gently rotate the swab around the center pin being careful not to stress or bend the pin or you will damage the connector.
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This section presents common procedures for using the MA24507A Power Master with a PC. These procedures refer to the MA24507A Power Master and to the Anritsu PowerXpert PC application buttons and menus that were previously described. Before attempting these procedures, you should be familiar with the Anritsu PowerXpert PC application.
Do not turn the body of the power analyzer as this will cause excessive wear to the connector. 2. Back off the connection by turning the connector nut counter clockwise 1/4 turn. 3. Tighten the connection (clockwise) using a 8 in-lb torque wrench (Anritsu part number: 01-201). PN: 10585-00029 Rev. A MA24507A PowerXpert UG...
This section details some of the error messages that may appear on the application screen. In most cases, the error condition can be easily corrected. The status LED for MA24507A Power Master will blink green when an error state occurs. If the error condition cannot be corrected, note the error message and contact an Anritsu Service Center.
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25 ºC to 30 ºC. For calibration, verification, and to maintain the factory specifications of your power analyzer, please Note send the power analyzer to qualified Anritsu Customer Service Centers. Refer to the following sections for required equipment and test procedures: •...
Table 6-2, then the power analyzer is damaged and it is not necessary to perform further testing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the power analyzer. Contact your local Anritsu Service Note Center and return defective power analyzer with a detailed description of the observed problem.
Synthesizer 10 dB Attenuator Adapter MA24507A Power Master PC with Anritsu PowerXpert Application Figure 6-1. MA24507A Power Master Frequency Response Setup 2. Set synthesizer power to 5 dBm and frequency to 50 MHz CW. Turn On RF output. 3. Apply the Cal Factor to the reference sensor.
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14. Calculate the absolute difference between the Reference power and MA24507A Power Master measurement. 15. Compare the power difference to the maximum allowed difference specified. If the difference exceeds the maximum allowed difference, contact Anritsu Customer Service. Table 6-3. MA24507A Power Master Test Measurement Results ...
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10. Click yes. 11. Run Anritsu Device Monitor to automatically load the firmware. You will see a Windows error message stating that the backendloader is incomplete. This is to be expected. At this point, the device will re-enumerate as a different device. The drivers will need to be installed again for this new device. Repeat...
SCPI commands. In order to provide the SCPI interface via TCPIP socket, the Anritsu Device Monitor must be running on the PC where the device is connected. The Anritsu Device Monitor will recognize when the device is plugged in and launch the necessary background software automatically.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Remote Operation 7-3 Command Requirements Extended Numeric Extended numeric parameters include values such as MAXimum and MINimum. Discrete Discrete parameters, such as INTernal and EXTernal, are used to control program settings to a predetermined finite value or condition.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 7-4 Notational Conventions Remote Operation Notational Conventions The SCPI interface standardizes command syntax and style that simplifies the task of programming across a wide range of instrumentation. As with any programming language, the exact command keywords and command syntax must be used.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Remote Operation 7-5 Programming the MA24507A Power Master Default Power Analyzer Settings The power analyzer settings in Table 7-4 apply to the MA24507A Power Master. Table 7-4. General Default Settings Setting Command Default Value Average Count [:SENSe]:AVERage:COUNt Average State [:SENSe]:AVERage:STATe Center Frequency [:SENSe]:FREQuency:CENTer...
Title: Identification Query Description: This command returns the following information in <string> format separated by commas: manufacturer name (“Anritsu”), model number, serial number, firmware package number. The model number and options are separated by a “/” and each option is separated by a “/”.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Remote Operation 7-6 System Common Commands *RST Title: Reset Description: This command restores most application and system settings to their factory default value. System settings affected by this command are Ethernet configuration. Note that the unit will power-cycle after this command is executed.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 7-7 System Commands Remote Operation System Commands System commands control instrument functions and some general purpose functions.These commands affect instrument functionality that does not directly relate to data collection, display or transfer. :SYSTem:ERRor[:NEXT]? Title: System Error Queue Description: If an error occurs, the error number and message are placed in the error queue, which can be read by this query command.
ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Remote Operation 7-8 MA24507A Power Master Commands MA24507A Power Master Commands General purpose commands for the MA24507A Power Master are used to set/read the general settings of the power analyzer. These commands are not mode or trigger dependent. The following considerations must also be observed: •...
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 7-8 MA24507A Power Master Commands Remote Operation :CALCulate:CWMax:THReshold:STATe <0|1|ON|OFF> :CALCulate:CWMax:THReshold:STATe? Title: CW Max Threshold State Description: Turn ON|OFF the threshold that the power must exceed to be reported by a :FETch:CWMax? query. Parameters: <0|1|ON|OFF> Query Output: 0|1 Default Value: OFF :FETCh:CWMax?
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Remote Operation 7-8 MA24507A Power Master Commands :INITiate:CONTinuous <0|1|ON|OFF> :INITiate:CONTinuous? Title: Sweep Type Description: Specifies whether the sweep/measurement is triggered continuously. If the value is set to ON or 1, another sweep/measurement is triggered as soon as the current one completes. If continuous is set to OFF or 0, the instrument remains initiated until the current sweep/measurement completes, then enters the “idle”...
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 7-8 MA24507A Power Master Commands Remote Operation :STATus:OPERation[:EVENt]? Title: Get Operation Status Description: This command requests information about the current status of the instrument. Each bit of the return value represents some operation. Only a subset of the bits are implemented for each application.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Remote Operation 7-8 MA24507A Power Master Commands [:SENSe]:AVERage:COUNt <numeric_value> [:SENSe]:AVERage:COUNt? Title: Sense Average Count Description: Sets the effective number of averages. Parameters: <numeric_value> Query Output: <NR2> Default Value: 10 Range: 2 to 1000 [:SENSe]:AVERage:STATe <0|1|ON|OFF>...
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com 7-8 MA24507A Power Master Commands Remote Operation [:SENSe]:FREQuency:CHWidth <numeric_value>{HZ|KHZ|MHZ|GHZ} [:SENSe]:FREQuency:CHWidth? Title: Channel Width Description: Sets the channel width for power measurements. The measured channel is centered around the [:SENSe]:FREQuency:CENTer value. The center frequency plus half the channel width may not exceed the maximum measuring frequency of the instrument.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Remote Operation 7-8 MA24507A Power Master Commands [:SENSe]:RESolution HIGH|MEDium|LOW [:SENSe]:RESolution? Title: Power Resolution Mode Description: Specifies the resolution of the power measurement in CW max mode only. The resolution determines the relative precision of the frequency reported when getting the CW max power results with the :FETCh:CWMax? query.
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ООО "Техэнком" Контрольно-измерительные приборы и оборудование www.tehencom.com Alphabetical Index of Programming Commands :ABORt ................. . 7-9 :CALCulate:CWMax:COUNt <integer>...
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