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Keysight M9485A Startup Manual

Keysight M9485A Startup Manual

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Keysight M9485A PXIe
Multiport Vector Network
Analyzer
M9300A, Frequency Reference
M9389A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Source
M9309A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Synthesizer
M9340A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer RF Distributor
M9376A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Receiver
M9377A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Direct Access Receiver
M9378A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Directional Coupler
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  • Page 1 Keysight M9485A PXIe Multiport Vector Network Analyzer M9300A, Frequency Reference M9389A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Source M9309A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Synthesizer M9340A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer RF Distributor M9376A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Receiver M9377A, PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Direct Access Receiver...
  • Page 2 FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. procedure, practice, or the like that, if KEYSIGHT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR not correctly performed or adhered to, ERRORS OR FOR INCIDENTAL OR could result in damage to the product CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN or loss of important data.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Execute the M9385A Soft Front Panel Application The Operator’s Check Port Configuration/System Power Calibration 2 ....Getting Help with Your Network Analyzer Module Help System Contacting Keysight...
  • Page 4 Contents...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    You may add as many receivers as you require and have n-port Network Analyzers up to 24-ports, according to the number of receiver modules. Each module can be controlled with the M9485A Soft Front Panel and remote commands (IVI, SCPI). This allows you to make the network analyzer measurement just as the n-port Network Analyzer.

  • Page 6: Step 1. Unpack And Inspect The Network Analyzer Modules

    Getting Started STEP 1. Unpack and Inspect the Network Analyzer Modules STEP 1. Unpack and Inspect the Network Analyzer Modules The network analyzer modules are shipped in materials which prevent damage from static. CAUTION The modules should only be removed from the packaging in an anti-static area ensuring that correct anti-static precautions are taken.

  • Page 7: Inspect For Damage

    Should it become necessary to return a network analyzer 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).

  • Page 8: Step 2. Check The Shipment

    Getting Started STEP 2. Check the Shipment STEP 2. Check the Shipment The M9485A consists of several modules, cables and dividers. Use the Contents List in the shipping container to verify the completeness of your shipment. If not complete, refer to...

  • Page 9: Step 3. Install The Network Analyzer Modules

    Ensure proper chassis air flow is maintained. • The use of a Keysight M9018A chassis is recommended for optimum temperature control. If a different chassis is used, make sure it provides thermal protection if fans become inoperable or forced air cooling is obstructed.

  • Page 10: Installation Procedure

    Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules • Socket adapter (part number M9485-23001) - supplied. • Torque driver (for use with socket adapter), set to 8 in-lb (0.91 N.m) - not supplied. • Cable removal tool (part number 5002-3361) - supplied. •...
  • Page 11 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules b. Hold down the silver locking tab while pushing down the injector/ejector handle to the unlatched (downward) position, and slide the module to the rear of the chassis. c. Slide the module completely into the chassis. When you begin to feel resistance, pull up on the injector/ejector handle to fully inject the module into the chassis.
  • Page 12 Module location for single chassis can be either one from the following two configuration for single chassis. If each module is not placed in the right slot, the M9485A software will not be able to control them. • Figure 1-4 on page 12 shows up to 12-port module on a single chassis configuration when only standard receiver modules are installed.
  • Page 13 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-5 Case 2: Up to 6-port Module in One Chassis Configuration Module location for two chassis can be either one from the following two configuration for two chassis. • Figure 1-6 on page 13 shows up to 24-port module on two chassis configuration with standard receiver modules, M9376A.
  • Page 14 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-7 Case 2: Up to 12-port Module in Two Chassis Configuration In these instructions, four network analyzer modules are configured. Use these NOTE instructions as a general guide when installing a different number of modules. Direct Access Receiver (M9377A) Installation If you are installing the direct access receiver, M9377A only (without the directional coupler, M9378A), the installation procedure is the same as...
  • Page 15 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-9 on page 15 shows one of the impossible configuration for Configurable Test Set. Table 1-1, Table 1-2, Table 1-3, Table 1-4, Table 1-5 Table 1-6 show the complete possible configuration for combination of Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver and Configurable Test Set.
  • Page 16 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Table 1-1 Possible Configuration for Combination of Configurable Test Set (1 Set) and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver # of Slot # & pair Table 1-2 Possible Configuration for Combination of Configurable Test Set (2 Sets) and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver # of Slot #...
  • Page 17 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules # of Slot # 77A & pair Table 1-3 Possible Configuration for Combination of Configurable Test Set (3 Sets) and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver # of Slot # & pair...
  • Page 18 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules # of Slot # & pair Table 1-4 Possible Configuration for Combination of Configurable Test Set (4 Sets) and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver # of Slot # & pair Table 1-5 Possible Configuration for Combination of Configurable Test Set (5 Sets) and...
  • Page 19 # of Slot # & pair If you are using other chassis than Keysight’s, you may need a routing for trigger path of NOTE the chassis. Refer to the M9485A FAQ page on the Keysight.com for more information (http://www.keysight.com/find/m9485A) 2-Way Divider and 4-Way Divider Installation a.
  • Page 20 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules e. In the case of Configurable Test Set, there are several options of divider combinations. Refer to “Configurable Test Set (M9377A and M9378A) Installation” on page 14 for the full combinations. f.
  • Page 21 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-11 Installing 4-Way Divider SMP-SMP adapters are furnished with the divider at factory shipment. Do not remove the NOTE SMP-SMP adapters from dividers except in case of replacement.
  • Page 22 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Insert the SMP-SMP adapters into the receiver’s input carefully as they are very sensitive CAUTION and the inner conductors tend to bend. g. Place the labels on the divider as shown in Figure 1-12 on page 22 below, on the dividers.
  • Page 23 STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules How to Tighten the Screw Should Be Inserted Here Each Keysight PXIe Vector Network Analyzer Receiver module is shipped with straight, coaxial adapter (1250-2316, SMA female to SMA male) attached to the test port. This straight, coaxial adapter is used as connector saver to extend the life of the test port connector.
  • Page 24 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Cable Connection for Standard Receiver M9376A a. Cable connection among receiver modules and between distributor and receiver modules defers depending on the settings: • 12-port or 24-port configuration • Standard Receiver (M9376A) or Configurable Test Set (M9377A and M9378A) b.
  • Page 25 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-17 Cable Connections Between Source, Synthesizers, Reference and Distributor for 24-port Configuration Figure 1-18 Cable Connections Between Standard Modules for 12-port Configuration...
  • Page 26 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-19 Cable Connections Between Standard Modules for 24-port Configuration e. Install EMC filler panels and slot blockers into empty module slots to assure proper air circulation and operating temperatures. Table 1-7 Part Numbers of Required Cables for Connection Cable Part Numbers Cable Type...
  • Page 27 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Cable Part Numbers Cable Type Required Tool to Place the Cable M9485-61611 Semi rigid Socket and torque driver (to be used with socket M9485-61612 Semi rigid adapter), set to 8 in-lb (not supplied) M9485-61613 Semi rigid...
  • Page 28 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules • High Sensitivity measurement • High Gain measurement Figure 1-20 on page 28 below shows the cable connection for standard Configurable Test Set measurement configuration. This is the connection in both situations, where coupler M9378A is to the left side of the M9377A and where M9378A is on the right side of the M9377A.
  • Page 29 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-22 Cable Connections For Wide Dynamic Range Configuration Figure 1-23 on page 29 below shows the cable connection for high gain measurement. Figure 1-23 Cable Connections For High Gain Measurement Configuration f.
  • Page 30 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules h. For example, white for standard measurement, red for high power, blue for wide dynamic range and yellow for high gain measurement. Figure 1-24 on page i. Connect the cables according to connector number as shown in Figure 1-25 on page 30.
  • Page 31 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Example of 1 Chassis Setup with Configurable Test Set and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver Figure 1-26 Cable Connection of 1 Chassis with Configurable Test Set and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver...
  • Page 32 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Example of 2 Chassis Setup with Configurable Test Set and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver (with 2-Way Divider) Figure 1-27 Cable Connection of 2 Chassis with Configurable Test Set and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver (with 2-Way Divider) - 1...
  • Page 33 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Figure 1-28 Cable Connection of 2 Chassis with Configurable Test Set and Standard Receiver or Direct Access Receiver (with 2-Way Divider) - 2 11.Figure 1-27 on page 32 Figure 1-28 on page 33 shows cable connection of 2 chassis with configurable test set and either standard or direct access receivers, with 2-way dividers.
  • Page 34 Getting Started STEP 3. Install the Network Analyzer Modules Cable Part Numbers Connection 1 Connection 2 Note Y9485-61603 M9340A B Out 1 Divider LO In Y9485-61604 M9340A A Out 3 Divider Source In Y9485-61605 M9340A A Out 2 Divider Source In Y9485-61606 M9340A A Out 1 Divider Source In...

  • Page 35: Step 4. Install The Software

    Runs one of the operating systems listed in System Requirements (above). Remote controller (For Keysight M9018A chassis use only) A PC running one of the operating systems listed in System Requirements and a Keysight M9021A Cable Interface x8 with one of the following PC interface options: •...

  • Page 36: Power Up The Controller

    If you are using a remote controller, complete the following steps: 1. Install the cable interface between the remote controller and the chassis. If you are using an Keysight M9021A cable interface, refer to the Keysight M9021A documentation for further details.
  • Page 37 Power down the chassis. d. Power up the chassis. e. Power up the remote controller PC. Check for software updates at: http://www.keysight.com/find/m9485A. NOTE When you use non-keysight chassis, the setup for trigger routing is required. See the FAQ NOTE http://www.keysight.com/find/m9485A.
  • Page 38 Getting Started STEP 4. Install the Software When using two chassis, power on the chassis first which does not have embedded NOTE controller or is not connected with remote controller, the power on the chassis which has embedded controller or is connected with remote controller.

  • Page 39: Step 5. Verify Operation Of The Network Analyzer Modules

    Port Configuration/System Power Calibration If your system has at least one M9377A Direct Access Receiver Module, the Port Configuration Wizard is automatically displayed just after the M9485A SFP is executed for the first time. Follow the instruction to complete the port configuration setup.
  • Page 40 Getting Started STEP 5. Verify Operation of the Network Analyzer Modules...

  • Page 41: Getting Help With Your Network Analyzer Module

    Getting Help with Your Network Analyzer Module Help System M9485A PXIe Startup Guide Getting Help with Your Network Analyzer Module Help System Use the Help System to quickly reference programming and user documentation To access Help: • From the analyzer module software —...

  • Page 42: Contacting Keysight

    Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Keysight office are available on the Web at: www.keysight.com/find/assist. If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your Keysight field engineer. In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the Keysight product by its NOTE model number and full serial number.
  • Page 43 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2015-2016 *M9485-90010* www.keysight.com...

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