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Guide Keysight M9202A PXIe Wideband IF Digitizer 12-bit, up to 2 GS/s and 1 GHz bandwidth Notice: This document contains references to Agilent. Please note that Agilent's Test and Measurement business has become Keysight Technologies. For more information, go to www.keysight.com.
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If this product is not used as specified, chassis. properly-grounded power receptacle. the protection provided by the Keysight products are designed for use Inspect the connecting cables, test equipment could be impaired. This with electrical signals that are rated leads, and jumpers for possible wear,...
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To prevent electrical shock, disconnect To return unwanted products, contact protection against fire hazard, replace the Keysight Technologies instrument your local Keysight office, or for more fuse with same type and rating. from mains before cleaning. Use a dry information see cloth or one slightly dampened with http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/e...
Power up the Controller Remote Controller Embedded Controller Step 4: Install the Module M9202A Front Panel Features Step 5: Verify Operation of the M9202A Module Keysight M9202A Instrument Properties Keysight M9202A Installed Software Conducting a Self-Test Perform a Verification of the M9202A (optional)
M9202A PXIe Wideband IF Digitizer Introduction The scope of this Startup Guide is to detail the processes of receiving and installing the Keysight M9202A PXIe Wideband IF Digitizer, installing the required software, and verifying basic module operation. If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please contact your local Keysight representative or contact us through our website at www.keysight.com/find/contactus.
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This Start-Up Guide is intended to lead the user through the four steps of product installation as summarized in the diagram below. An optional fifth step shows how to perform an operational verification of the M9202A PXIe Wideband IF Digitizer. Step 1: Unpack and Inspect...
(see warranty information at beginning of this document). To avoid damage when handling a module, do not touch any exposed components or connector pins. http://www.keysight.com/find/tips for information on preventing damage to your Keysight equipment. Keysight M9202A PXIe Digitizer, Startup Guide...
Should it become necessary to return a module for repair or service, follow the steps below: 1. Review the warranty information shipped with your product. 2. Contact Keysight to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) and return address. For assistance finding Keysight contact information, go to www.keysight.com/find/assist (worldwide contact information for repair and service) or refer to the “Support”...
Step 2: Verify M9202A Shipment Contents Step 2: Verify M9202A Shipment Contents The following items are also included with your M9202A PXIe Wideband IF Digitizer order: Part Number Quantity Description M9202A PXIe Wideband IF Digitizer. M9210-90007 Keysight MD1 High-Speed Digitizer Software and Product Information E2094-60003 Keysight IO Libraries Suite CD.
1.5 GB available hard disk space, includes: 100 MB 1 GB available for Microsoft .NET space Framework 3.5 SP1 100 MB for Keysight IO Libraries Suite Video Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB Does not require graphics (headless graphics memory recommended (Super VGA system).
• Utilize a 2x8, 4x4, 1x8, or 1x4 PXIe System slot link configuration • Run one of the above operating systems • Remote Controller Keysight M9021A PXIe System Interface x8 with one of the following PC inter- face options: • Keysight M9045B PCIe ExpressCard Adaptor x1, with cable (for laptops) •...
Remote Controller If you are using a remote controller, install the cable interface and then power up the host PC. If you are using an Keysight M9045B or M9048A Interface, please refer to the included documentation for further details. If you are using a remote controller, Shut Down the PC BEFORE you power down the chassis.
6. When resistance is felt, latch the module by pulling up on the ejector handle. Installing a module into a PXI chassis 7. Tighten the screws on the module front panel. Performance may suffer if the screws are not tightened. Keysight M9202A PXIe Digitizer, Startup Guide...
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11. Check the status LED on the module front panel, It should be orange or red when the power is applied, If not there is a problem with either the module or the chassis. 12. Follow the New Hardware Wizard's instructions to install the driver. 13. Reboot the system. Keysight M9202A PXIe Digitizer, Startup Guide...
Power is not present or the module has a fault. Indicates that a trigger has occurred, and the acquisition is complete. Identifies the module associated with the current channel in the Soft Front Panel when the 'Identify' function is used. Keysight M9202A PXIe Digitizer, Startup Guide...
The instrument properties may be viewed by clicking on the desired instrument and then on the Instrument Properties tab in the right panel. Agilent or Keysight Connexion Expert (Interface differs depending on IO Library Suite version) If the module does not appear in the Keysight Connection Expert, first try the 'Refresh All' button.
Perform a Verification of the M9202A (optional) Requirements for Verification The M9202A is verified by using it to trigger on and visualize a signal from a Function Generator. The trigger must be stable and the signal frequency and amplitude must correspond to that set on the generator.
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Peak-Peak Amplitude in the range 0.1-2 V at a frequency in the range 100-500 MHz can be used. The rest of this description will assume that an Keysight N5181A MXG RF Analog Signal Generator is available for this purpose. Hardware...
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Step 5: Verify Operation of the M9202A Module 8. Verify that: the waveform shown is stable from one acquisition to the next, the period of the signal is 2 divisions the pk-pk amplitude is 8 ± 0.6 divisions SFP showing measured waveform If a Problem is Found 1.