Keysight Technologies P9336A Startup Manual

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  • Page 1 Startup Guide Keysight Modular Arbitrary Waveform Generator...
  • Page 2 DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH THESE prior agreement and written consent from software documentation that is not TERMS, THE WARRANTY TERMS IN THE Keysight Technologies, Inc. as governed by customarily provided to the public; SEPARATE AGREEMENT SHALL CONTROL. United States and international copyright...
  • Page 3 specifications and operating cause discomfort or burns if Safety Information limits, and for ensuring touched. In the event of a module operators are adequately exceeding the full temperature trained. range, always allow the module to A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls cool before touching or removing attention to an operating procedure, –...
  • Page 4 protect themselves from the risk of dry hands while standing on a dry, long as they are equivalent to the electric shock. If the circuit is insulated surface capable of original component (note that capable of operating at or above withstanding the voltage being selected parts should be purchased 1000V,...
  • Page 5 This symbol indicates product unwanted products, contact your This symbol indicates the time compliance with the Canadian local Keysight office, or for more period during which no hazardous Interference-Causing Equipment information see or toxic substance elements are Standard (ICES-001). It also http://about.keysight.com/en/com expected to leak or deteriorate identifies the product is an...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    M9336A Shipment Contents Inspect for Damage Return the Instrument for Service Step 2 - Download the Latest Documentation Step 3A - Prepare and Power up the P9336A Instrument Before Powering up the Instrument Precautions Cooling Best Practices Instrument Air Flow...
  • Page 8 Prepare the PXIe Chassis Step 4 - Verify Operation Communications LED Status Indicator LED Status for M9336A/P9336A AWG Conduct Self Test Step 5 - Generate and View an Output Signal Step 6 - Installation is Complete Application Programming Interface (API) Overview...
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  • Page 10: Introduction

    The scope of this Startup Guide is to detail the steps required to follow to unpack, inspect, install (software and hardware), perform instrument connections, verify operability, and troubleshoot the M9336A/P9336A AWG. The P9336A AWG is a single slot USB module, shipped with USB-based chassis while as M9336A AWG is a single slot PXIe module shipped as a standalone product.
  • Page 11 Introduction KtMAwg IVI.NET and IVI-C driver, and the hardware and software requirements of the AWG. – Default Location on 64-bit Windows system: <YourDrive:>\Program Files (x86)\Keysight\MAwg\Help\Introduction_to_KtMAwg_v<software version>.html – Format: HTML IVI.NET Programming Guide : Provides detailed documentation of the IVI.NET driver API functions.
  • Page 12 Introduction – Default Location on 64-bit Windows system: Available only on the Keysight website – Format: PDF Specification Guide : Provides the specifications information for the AWG. – Default Location on 64-bit Windows system: Available only on the Keysight website –...
  • Page 13: Documentation Map

    Multiple, 540 MHz bandwidth channels with 16-bit resolution and up to a 1.28 GSa/s sampling rate are provided in a single-slot PXIe instrument (for M9336A AWG)/USB Chassis (for P9336A AWG). This enables the AWG to generate wide bandwidth signals with low Error Vector Magnitude (EVM), making it ideal for creating baseband waveforms for wireless communications, radar, and satellite.
  • Page 14: Awg Key Features

    Supports direct connection to PCH xHCI USB 3.0 hub Supports PXIe interface only Self test on the P9336A AWG includes a limited Self test on the M9336A AWG memory test. Full memory testing can be done using includes a full memory test.
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  • Page 16: Step 1 - Unpack, Inspect And Verify The Shipment

    DO NOT use these techniques for a static-safe workstation when working on circuitry with a voltage potential greater than 500 volts. Verify AWG Shipment P9336A Shipment Contents The table below lists the items included in your P9336A AWG Shipment: AWG Startup Guide...
  • Page 17: M9336A Shipment Contents

    Step 1 - Unpack, Inspect and Verify the shipment Keysight Part Description Number P9336A Keysight Streamline USB Arbitrary Waveform Generator Keysight P9336A USB Arbitrary Waveform Generator Quick P9336-90002 Start Flyer Cable-Assembly USB 3.0 Type-A Plug to Type-C Plug 1m-LG P9375-60010 PVC Black...
  • Page 18 Step 1 - Unpack, Inspect and Verify the shipment The AWG is factory tested, aligned, calibrated, and shipped as a single instrument/module. 1. Review the warranty information shipped with your AWG. 2. Contact Keysight to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) and return address.
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  • Page 20: Step 2 - Download The Latest Documentation

    Step 2 - Download the Latest Documentation Step 2 - Download the Latest Documentation Download the latest version of AWG Startup Guide and other documents from www.keysight.com/find/usb-awg or www.keysight.com/find/M9336A. AWG Startup Guide...
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  • Page 22: Step 3A - Prepare And Power Up The P9336A Instrument

    Step 3A - Prepare and Power up the P9336A Instrument Step 3A - Prepare and Power up the P9336A Instrument For installation of M9336A AWG in the PXIe chassis, skip this step and go to Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module.
  • Page 23: Tools Required For The Installation Procedure

    Step 3A - Prepare and Power up the P9336A Instrument The P9336A AWG has the right side of the instrument dedicated to air intake and the left side dedicated to air exhaust. Tools Required for the Installation Procedure – Cable removal tool (part number 5002-3361) - not supplied.
  • Page 24: Install The Software

    Install the Software System Requirements For up-to-date details on P9336A hardware, software and other requirements, refer to the Supported Hardware and Software section in the Introduction document. Software Installation Overview This installation includes the following: – Keysight IO Libraries Suite (IOLS), which includes the Keysight Connection Expert.
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  • Page 26: Step 3B - Install The M9336A Pxie Module

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module For installation of P9336A AWG in the USB chassis, go to Step 3A - Prepare and Power up the P9336A Instrument. Proceed through this section in the following order: 1.
  • Page 27: Chassis Air Flow

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module – Ensure that adequate clearance is provided around all chassis vents, both air intake vents, and air exhaust vents, including any vents at the bottom of the chassis. Refer to your chassis documentation for more information. –...
  • Page 28: Cable And Connector Care

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module Cable and Connector Care When you need to disconnect the push-on cables from the front panel connectors, use the below Keysight Cable Removal Tool (PN: 5002-3361). The Cable Removal Tool is not provided in your Keysight module's ship kit.
  • Page 29: Embedded Controller

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module For up-to-date details on hardware and software requirements, refer to the Supported Hardware and Software section in the Introduction document. Do not power up the controller until instructed to do so later in this document. Embedded Controller If your configuration contains a Keysight Embedded Controller (for example, M9037A), follow the procedure below:...
  • Page 30: Remote Controller

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module a. While holding the module by the injector/ejector handle and making sure the injector/ejector handle is pushed down in the unlatched (downward) position, slide the controller module into chassis, using the slot guides (top and bottom).
  • Page 31 Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module 1. Locate slot 1 in the chassis. It has the icon ( ) above it. 2. Set the chassis controller slot power supply switch to the right-hand position. This provides power to slot 1 for the benefit of the PCIe interface card. 3.
  • Page 32: Install Slot Blockers And Filler Panels

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module Install Slot Blockers and Filler Panels To assure proper operating temperatures, install slot blockers (Keysight model Y1212A, 5 per kit) and EMC filler panels (Keysight model Y1213A, 5 per kit) in empty module slots.
  • Page 33: Install The Software

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module Install the Software System Requirements For up-to-date details on M9336A hardware, software and other requirements, refer to the Supported Hardware and Software section in the Introduction document. Software Installation Overview This installation includes the following: –...
  • Page 34: Prepare The Pxie Chassis

    Step 3B - Install the M9336A PXIe Module Use Start > Shut down. 4. Power down the chassis. 5. Power up the chassis. 6. Power up the remote controller PC. AWG Startup Guide...
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  • Page 36: Step 4 - Verify Operation

    Step 4 - Verify Operation  Step 4 - Verify Operation  In this step, the operation of the AWG is verified. Before running a Self Test assure that all required software is installed, the chassis is powered on, and all cabling is correct. ...
  • Page 37 Step 4 - Verify Operation  Keysight Connection Expert for P9336A AWG AWG Startup Guide...
  • Page 38: Led Status Indicator

    Step 4 - Verify Operation  Keysight Connection Expert for M9336A AWG LED Status Indicator LED Status for M9336A/P9336A AWG LED State Status Solid Blue Power okay, temperature okay, successful PCI enumeration. The LED will go from blue to green when the IVI driver is initialized or the Solid Green SFP is opened.
  • Page 39: Conduct Self Test

    Power not applied or failure in the power supplies. Module hardware health can't be determined until the power supply failure is resolved. P9336A AWG has an additional Power LED located next to the power switch. The table below lists the status description of the LED states for the additional Power LED.
  • Page 40 Step 4 - Verify Operation  If the M9336A AWG and its slot location is not visible in the Connect to Instrument dialog box, close the SFP and refer to Communications. After running Keysight Connection Expert, you may restart the SFP. 3. Check the front panel LEDs. Refer to LED Status Indicator.
  • Page 41 Step 4 - Verify Operation  If the Self Test fails, it indicates the module is likely to need service and you must return the modules and the cables. Refer to Return the Instrument for Service. AWG Startup Guide...
  • Page 42: Step 5 - Generate And View An Output Signal

    Open the MAwg SFP by selecting Start > All Programs > Keysight > MAwg > MAwg SFP. The Connect to Instrument dialog is displayed. b. Select P9336A/M9336Ain the displayed list of instruments (depending upon the instrument) and click Connect. 2. Connect a high-quality SMB (Female) to the BNC cable between the AWG Channel Source Output and the Input connector on the oscilloscope.
  • Page 43 Step 5 - Generate and View an Output Signal 5. From the Waveform drop-down, select a waveform that you wish to play. 6. Click Initiate. When you click the Initiate button, waveform generation starts. The Generation State status then changes from Configuration state to OutputGeneration state. AWG Startup Guide...
  • Page 44 Step 5 - Generate and View an Output Signal You should see the waveform on your oscilloscope. The waveform generated by the above steps is very basic. You can apply other settings (for example: Delay, offset voltage, and more) on the waveform as needed. 7.
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  • Page 46: Step 6 - Installation Is Complete

    Step 6 - Installation is Complete Step 6 - Installation is Complete Proceed to program your product by means of the applications programming interface (API) for the supplied drivers. Application Programming Interface (API) Overview When you have completed installation, you can use the AWG Soft Front Panel (SFP) or program the instrument using the applications programming interface (API) for the supplied drivers.
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  • Page 48: Safety Information

    Safety Information Safety Information The safety of any system incorporating the equipment is the responsibility of the assembler of the system. Maintenance To remove dirt or dust from the external case of the AWG, clean the case using a dry or slightly-dampened cloth only.
  • Page 49: Operating Conditions

    P9336As are allowed to exceed the specified full temperature range, P9336A surface temperatures can cause discomfort or burns if touched. If a P9336A exceeds the full temperature range, always allow it to cool before touching it or removing it from the chassis.
  • Page 50 Safety Information When the is connected to the AC/DC adapter, position the adapter so the power cord is readily accessible. The power cord is the disconnecting device. It removes main power to the AC/DC adapter. The front panel switch is only for the DC power within the instrument, and not for the AC/DC adapter.
  • Page 51 This information is subject to change without notice. ©Keysight Technologies, Inc 2019 Edition 2.1, June 2019 P9336-90001 www.keysight.com...

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