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- Page 1 User’s Manual v3.01 (Sept 19) for Signal Generators Models 835, 845, 845-M, 855B, 865, 865-M...
- Page 2 WARRANTY All Berkeley Nucleonics (BNC) instruments are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment. Berkeley Nucleonics will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective during the warranty period, provided they are returned to Berkeley Nucleonics and provided the preventative maintenance procedures are followed.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents GENERAL REMARKS ............................... 5 ............................5 ALIDITY OF THIS ANUAL ..............................5 VAILABLE ASING Compact Portable Case (CPC) ........................5 1U Rackmount (1URM)..........................5 1U Case (1URM) ............................6 Desktop Case (LH) ............................6 ............................... 7 ONNECTIONS ............................. - Page 4 ..........................25 NPACKING THE NSTRUMENT ............................... 25 NITIAL NSPECTION ........................... 25 TARTING THE NSTRUMENT Applying Power ............................25 Connecting to LAN ............................25 Direct connectivity to host via Ethernet cable (no router) ................ 26 Connecting through USB ..........................26 Connecting through GPIB ........................... 26 Installing the 845 Remote Client ........................
- Page 5 LF OUTPUT S ............................38 UBMENU LAN C ..........................39 ONFIGURATION UBMENU ..........................39 ISPLAY ETTINGS UBMENU Save Settings Submenu ..........................39 Load Settings Submenu ..........................39 Load Defaults Submenu..........................39 ..............................39 UBMENU REMOTE PROGRAMMING THE SIGNAL GENERATOR ..................40 BATTERY OPERATION (B3 OPTION) ........................
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Page 6: General Remarks
Options, such as a 1URM Case, an intern rechargeable battery, a GPIB interface or different types of power range extensions can be added. Validity of this Manual This manual is valid for the following devices and theirs extended versions: • 835-4, 835-6 • 845-M, 865-M 845-12, 20, 26 865-M-X •... -
Page 7: Case (1Urm)
Figure 2: 845-26 in a 1URM Case 1U Case (1URM) Figure 3: 855B-XX-4 (and 865-M-40-4) in a 1URM case Desktop Case (LH) Figure 4: 845/865 in a Desktop Case Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation 2/6/20 6 of 46 info@berkeleynucleonics.com | www.berkeleynucleonics.com 2955 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901 | 800-234-7858... -
Page 8: Data Connections
Data Connections The devices may only be connected to a network or a computer by using a shielded LAN cable. Unless shorter lengths are prescribed, a maximum length of 3 m must not be exceeded for the LAN and the USB connection. Signal Connections In general, all connections between the signal generator and another device should be made as short as possible and must be well shielded. -
Page 9: Safety Information
Safety Information The following pieces of information are important to prevent personal injury, loss of life or damage to the equipment. Please read them carefully. If the device is used in a manner not specified by this manual, the protection provided by the device may be impaired. Signal Symbol In this manual, the following symbols are used to warn the reader about risks and dangers. -
Page 10: General Safety Considerations
General Safety Considerations FCC notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 11: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Dimensions Dimensions of the compact portable case: 262mm (845), 292mm (865) B = 174mm C = 116mm Weight: < 2.5kg 1URM Dimensions of the 1URM: A = 483mm B = 44mm C = 480mm Weight:< 7.0kg Connectors The front panel contains a status display (only in CPC), RF output female N-type connector (845), a female SMA connector (845, 865-6,12,20,26, 855B, 845-M, 865-M), or a K connector (865-40) and an RF on/off key. - Page 12 LCD screen shows information on the current function. Information includes status indicators, frequency and amplitude settings, current connectivity status, and error messages. Five control buttons allow easy menu control. Front panel Figure 5: 845 Front Panel View (Model 845-26) Main LCD display The main display shows the following information: line: RF frequency in Hz line: RF amplitude in dBm...
- Page 13 REF OUT This BNC female Connector is the output for the reference signal. AM PULSE This BNC female Connector is the input for the AM and the PULSE Modulation signal. Fan Holes The holes by which the air is extruded.
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Page 14: 1Urm - 845
This holder contains a exchangeable fuse. Power Supply apply the voltage, specified below, to supply the device with energy. REF IN This BNC female Connector is the input for the reference signal. Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation 2/6/20 13 of 46 info@berkeleynucleonics.com | www.berkeleynucleonics.com... -
Page 15: 1Urm - 855B / 865-M
TRIG IN This BNC female Connector is the trigger input. PULSE This BNC female Connector is the input for the PULSE Modulation signal. FUNC OUT This BNC female Connector is the output for the function signal. 1URM – 855B / 865-M... -
Page 16: Cpc With Touch Display
This BNC female Connector is the trigger output. TRIG IN This BNC female Connector is the trigger input. REF OUT This BNC female Connector is the output for the reference signal. REF IN This BNC female Connector is the input for the reference signal. GPIB Connector In case the device has the option “GPIB”, on this position is the GPIB connector. - Page 17 Figure 11: 865-40 Front Panel View 1. Main touch display The main display shows information on the current function, such as frequency, power, reference. Rotary Button The rotary button is used to change the value selected on the screen. 3. RF 50 connector This female SMA respectively K connector provides the output for generator signals.
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Page 18: Desktop
The LAN connector is used to connect the device to a network. Fan Holes The holes by which the air is intake. Power Supply apply the BNC power adaptor to this connector to supply the device with energy. ON/OFF Switch Turns the device on or off. Ground Screw TRIG OUT This BNC female Connector is a multi-function output. - Page 19 RF On/Off button The ON/OFF key toggles between RF output on and RF output off. The green light is indicating whether the RF output is enabled (light on) or disabled (light off). RF 50 connector This female SMA respectively K connector provides the output for generator maximum.
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Page 20: Minimum Distances
REF OUT This BNC female Connector is the output for the reference signal. PULSE This BNC female Connector is the input for the AM and the PULSE Modulation signal. Minimum Distances For an adequate cooling, the minimum distances between the device and another object, such as walls, rack cabinet walls or other equipment must be respected. -
Page 21: Energizing And De- Energizing
The minimum distances are: Minimum distances for the CPC: A: 150 mm Minimum distances for the 1URM: A: 1mm B: 1mm C: 50 mm D: 50 mm Energizing and de- Energizing To energize the device, apply the following voltage to the following connector. Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation 2/6/20 20 of 46... - Page 22 Position of the power connector on the left. Voltage: 6.3V DC Max. current: Position of the power connector on the left. Voltage: 100V – 240V Frequency: 50 Hz – 60 Hz Max. current: Position of the power connector on the left. Voltage: 24V DC Max.
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Page 23: Proper Operation Conditions
Environmental Information 1. Waste electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but must be collected separately. Contact the BNC customer service center for environmentally responsible disposal of the product. 2. Specially marked equipment has a battery or accumulator that must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but must be collected separately. -
Page 24: Introduction
Introduction This instruction manual is valid for BNC model series 845, 865, 855B and 845-M, 865-M. Chapter gives guidance for a quick and easy setup of your new instrument. Chapter describes the remote operation via BNC graphical user interface (GUI). Chapter describes control via front panel and applies only to 845 models. -
Page 25: Options
PE4: electrical step attenuator for extended power range 865, 855B 80 dB GPIB: GPIB interface added AVIO: specific avionics modulation capabilities added (835) 1URM: 19’’ 1HE enclosure. No display, remote control only RM: 19’’ 3HU rack-mount kit REAR: Move output to the rear... -
Page 26: Getting Started
Getting Started System Requirements The BNC graphical user interface requires at least the minimum system requirements to run one of the supported operating systems. Operating system Windows™ 2000 SP4, XP SP2, Vista, 7, 8, 10 Remote 10/100/1000M Ethernet or USB 2.0 Port Unpacking the Instrument Remove the instrument materials from the shipping containers. -
Page 27: Direct Connectivity To Host Via Ethernet Cable (No Router)
USBTMC device. Note if you want to work with the BNC GUI, it must be installed with USB support selected. Then the GUI will detect all attached devices automatically. Open the GUI and follow the instructions given in Chapter Alternatively, a VISA runtime environment (NI, Keysight or comparable) must be installed. -
Page 28: Shutting Down The Signal Generator
When Microsoft .NET Framework is not installed make sure that your computer is connected to the internet during installation of the BNC Software. If no internet connection is available, install the .NET™ Framework that is available on the installation CD. -
Page 29: Using The Graphical User Interface (Gui)
Using the Graphical User Interface (GUI) BNC’s graphical user interface provides an intuitive control of the signal generator. It runs under any Windows™ operating system. Make sure the software is installed correctly and the computer’s firewall is configured properly. The GUI’s dynamic link library (DLL) uses the Microsoft .NET framework. -
Page 30: Simultaneously Controlling Multiple Signal Generators From One Pc
Simultaneously controlling Multiple Signal Generators from one PC You can easily control multiple BNC instruments from a single computer but you need to start a separate GUI for every instrument as only one instrument is controlled by the GUI at once. -
Page 31: Setting Network Configuration
(.tar) ready. Then apply Controller Update Firmware and select the appropriate binary file that you have received from BNC or downloaded from the BNC website. The update will take a few seconds and after completion your instrument will reboot. Reconnect to the instruments after booting is completed and continue with the updated firmware. -
Page 32: Multi-Output Gui Control
Multi-Output GUI Control Individual outputs of the BNC multi-channel signal sources (such as 855B-XX or 865-M-X) can be controlled by the GUI by selecting the corresponding channel above the control tab menu. Each channel can be configured fully independently as if they were individual signal generators. Note that the "Select Channel" appears only when connected to a multi-channel device. -
Page 33: Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation
FM/PM PULSE LF Generator INT / EXT INT / EXT INT / EXT FM/PM INTERNAL YES / YES YES / YES EXTERNAL YES / YES YES / YES INTERNAL NO/ NO EXTERNAL NO/ NO PULSE INTERNAL EXTERNAL LF Generator CHIRP NO/NO YES/YES YES/YES... -
Page 34: Local Operation Via Front Panel
Local Operation via Front Panel Most of the signal generator models offer direct front panel control. A rotary knob and five keys (MENU, and four arrow keys) allow full control over the instrument. Figure 7-a shows the front panel of the 845, Figure 7-b shows the front panel of the 865 (resp. 845 with option TP). Figure 7-r 845 Front Panel Figure 7-s 865 / 845-TP Front Panel For both Front panels:... -
Page 35: Displayed Parameter Formats
↓ ↑ → ← Keys These keys are used to move cursor within the screen menus. Within menus, the keys are → ← also used to enter (→) and exit (←) in next menu hierarchy; the arrows are used to navigate between ↓... -
Page 36: Main Menu Display
Main Menu Display The Main Menu Display is invoked by pressing the menu key. The main menu contains nine submenus as shown below: 1. Sweep 2. Modulation 3. Reference 4. Trigger 5. LF Output 6. LAN Config 7. Display Settings 8. -
Page 37: Power Sweep Submenu
Sweep Mode Repetition Figure 7-t Displays shown for the frequency sweep configuration Power Sweep Submenu After accessing the Power Sweep menu, the first display allows to enter start and stop power. On the second display, the number of points and the on and off time can be entered. On the third display, select the repetition mode between INFinite, and 1 (single repetition). -
Page 38: Modulation Submenu
After accessing the List Sweep submenu, the first display allows to enter start and stop. Additionally, the number of repetitions of the list can be entered and the ALC can be set on or off. On the second display a particular list can be selected from the flash memory of the device. Important note: All sweeps must be started with the RF on/off button on (green light illuminated) otherwise no signal will be output during the sweep. -
Page 39: Reference Submenu
Reference Submenu rotary knob After accessing the Reference menu, use the to toggle between ON and OFF or to change reference frequency to the desired value, respectively. Trigger Submenu After accessing the Trigger menu, use the rotary knob to toggle the selected entry value or to change selected digit. -
Page 40: Lan Configuration Submenu
On the first screen the source for the FUNCT OUT can be selected. Choose LFG for the low frequency generator, TRIG to enable the instrument trigger output and PULM to enable the pulse video output. If LFG is selected, select the waveform between sine, triangle, or square. Then enter the desired output frequency and voltage amplitude. -
Page 41: Remote Programming The Signal Generator
Remote Programming the Signal Generator The signal generator can be remotely programmed. Please refer to the Programmer’s Manual for details. Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation 2/6/20 40 of 46 info@berkeleynucleonics.com | www.berkeleynucleonics.com 2955 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901 | 800-234-7858... -
Page 42: Battery Operation (B3 Option)
Battery Operation (B3 Option) If your instrument is equipped with an internal rechargeable battery (B3 option) it can be operated without the external power supply. Fully charged battery is good for up to three hours of operation at full RF output power. -
Page 43: Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation
OFF position. After storage, first charge the unit for 4-6 hours. To replace the battery at the end of its lifetime, please contact BNC or one of its distributors. NOTE: ♦... -
Page 44: Extended Power Range (Pe3 Options)
Extended Power Range (PE3 Options) Some instrument models are available with option PE3 that extends the power range towards lower power levels. With these options PE3 installed, a mechanical step attenuator module is added. For the guaranteed minimum power level, please consult the respective datasheet. In sweeps where the mechanical attenuator is switched, the minimum dwell time increases to 20 ms. -
Page 45: Maintenance And Warranty Information
All BNC instruments are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment. BNC will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective during the warranty period, provided they are returned to BNC and provided the preventative maintenance procedures are followed. -
Page 46: Appendix A
Appendix A Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation 2/6/20 45 of 46 info@berkeleynucleonics.com | www.berkeleynucleonics.com 2955 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901 | 800-234-7858... - Page 47 NOTES Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation 2/6/20 46 of 46 info@berkeleynucleonics.com | www.berkeleynucleonics.com 2955 Kerner Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901 | 800-234-7858...
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