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- Page 1 Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT M8042A Pattern Generator Module M8046A High-Performance BERT Analyzer Module M8009A Clock Module M8058A/M8059A Remote Head for M8042A Pattern Generator Getting Started Guide...
- Page 2 APPLICABLE LAW, KEYSIGHT DISCLAIMS conditions are fully understood and ware to U.S. government customers under ALL WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR met. its standard commercial license, which is IMPLIED WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide...
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Page 3: Safety Summary
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings or operating instructions in the product manuals violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Keysight Technologies assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements. Product manuals are provided with your instrument on CD-ROM and/or in printed form. - Page 4 Indicates the time period during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use. Forty years is the expected useful life of the product. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide...
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Page 5: Compliance And Environmental Information
The crossed out wheeled bin symbol indicates that separate collection for waste electric and electronic equipment (WEEE) is required, as obligated by DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU and other National legislation. http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/environment/takeback.shtml to understand your Trade in options with Keysight in addition to product takeback instructions. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 6: About This Guide
M9505A 5-slot AXIe chassis with USB option and one M9537A AXIe Embedded PC Controller. If you ordered a system that requires on-site installation of individual M8050A modules or the M9537A AXIe Embedded Host Computer into the M9505A AXIe Chassis, refer to the Keysight M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Installation Guide for detailed module-level installation instructions. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
M8042A Front Panel Connectors M8046A Analyzer Module M8046A Module Components M8046A Front Panel Inputs/Outputs Ports M8009A Clock Generator M8009A Module Components M8009A Front Panel Connectors M8058A/M8059A Remote Head for M8042A Pattern Generator M8058A/M8059A Remote Head Components Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... - Page 8 Preparing Two-Channel System Step 6 - Power Up (if connecting via PCIe) Step 7 - Verify Basic M8050A Operation Step 8 - Install Keysight IO Libraries Suite (not required for M8050A-BU3/BU5) Step 9 - Install M8070B Software (not required for...
- Page 9 Step 15 - Performing a Functional Test Step 16 - Turning off the Chassis and Modules (If Required) 3 Maintenance Locating Electronic Manuals and Online Help Routine Care Updating Software Components Contacting Keysight Service and Support Index Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide...
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Page 11: Introduction
M8058A/M8059A Remote Head for M8042A Pattern Generator This chapter introduces you to Keysight’s M8050A High-Performance BERT. It also introduces you to the concept of using a host computer to communicate with the M8050A. The M8050A assembly supports the following modules. •... -
Page 12: Introduction
120 GBd. The M8050A high-performance BERT is one part of the Keysight M8000 Series of BER test solutions. It can be combined with other hardware and software of the M8000 Series. -
Page 13: M8050A Modules
Introduction M8050A Modules Overview The M8050A modules are recognized by the model number and name located on their front panel. Each of the supported modules has some standard hardware and software features that are available with a standard license for that module. Some upgraded features/components of a module are licensed and are only available when you purchase and install a license for that option. -
Page 14: M9505A Axie Chassis
PCIe connectivity between the M9505A AXIe Chassis and an external NOTE desktop PC controller is recommended when full channel plus large waveforms need to be downloaded. Refer to the Keysight M9505A AXIe Chassis Startup Guide to get detailed information about the AXIe chassis. Figure 2 M9505A 5-slot chassis... -
Page 15: Axie Embedded System Module (Usb Esm)
• synchronizes timing across all modules through the Keysight Trigger Bus, using an internal or external clock source. LAN connector on AXIe ESM is not used. Only use LAN connection on the host computer. -
Page 16: Keysight M9537A Axie Embedded Controller Module
PC with a USB port or x8 or wider PCIe slot for the cabled PCIe adapter card. Refer to the Computer Hardware and Software Requirements on page 30 for external host computer minimum requirements. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 17: M8042A Pattern Generator
Pattern generation up to 120 GBd for NRZ and PAM4 (M8042A-G12) • Second channel (M8042A-0G2) • De-emphasis, module-wide license (M8042A-0G4) M8042A Module Components The following figure displays the front panel of the M8042A module: Figure 5 M8042A module front panel Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 18: M8042A Front Panel Connectors
The M8042A pattern generator module provides many supplementary inputs and outputs. Shown here is the overview of all inputs and outputs for a two-channel version of M8042A. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... - Page 19 Crtl In A/B Trigger sequencer and error insertion 3.5 mm (f) Crtl Out A/B Generates a pulse or static high/low if used from sequencer 3.5 mm (f) LB In/Out Local bus connection to next chasis Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide...
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Page 20: M8046A Analyzer Module
To remove the module, you first need to loosen these screws ensuring that these screws disengage completely. Module Insertion/Extraction The handles on both sides of the module to insert or eject the module from the Handles slot of the M9505A AXIe Chassis. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 21: M8046A Front Panel Inputs/Outputs Ports
Functionality can be selected as: sequence trigger, pattern capture event. Rec Clk Out This output provides a recovered clock when using the integrated clock recovery function of M8046A.It can be used to trigger a DCA sampling oscilloscope. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 22: M8009A Clock Generator
Introduction M8009A Clock Generator Keysight’s M8009A clock generator is designed as sample clock source for the M8042A pattern generator. The M8009A clock module with integrated jitter modulation operates from 4 to 60 GHz. It can be locked to external reference clocks. -
Page 23: M8009A Front Panel Connectors
Ch Clk Out 1/2 To provide clock M8042A Sys Trig In A/B Reserved for future use Ref Clk In Reference clock for synthesizer Ref Clk Out 10/100 MHz Ref Clk Out 16G For DCA, PTB, clean Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 24: M8058A/M8059A Remote Head For M8042A Pattern Generator
M8042A pattern generator module and are not removable. Please refer “Tips for Preventing Damage” document for mounting remote head cables. M8058A/M8059A Remote Head Components The following figure displays the front panel of the M8058A/M5059A remote head with its various components. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... - Page 25 M8058A/M8059A. Also, make sure NOT to remove the M8058A/M8059A connections when it is powered on. However, if you wish to remove the M8058A/M8059A connections, ensure that the instrument is powered off. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide...
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Page 27: Basic Setup For M8050A
M8050A-BU3/BU5) / 31 Step 4 - Connect the M9505A AXIe Chassis to a Power Supply / 32 Step 5 - Connect M8050A Modules with M8009A Clock Module / 34 Step 6 - Power Up (if connecting via PCIe) / 35... -
Page 28: Step 1 - Unpack The Shipment
Accessories include standard items that are shipped with the M8050A as well as optional items that you ordered separately. (Please check the M8050A product data sheet for the latest list of default and optional accessories. Latest version can be downloaded from www.keysight.com/find/M8050A) -
Page 29: Return The Damaged/Defective Item To Keysight For Repair/Replacement
However, you will need to decide on a benchtop or rack mounted usage of the M8050A after this basic verification. For the procedures on how to set up the M8050A, refer to the M8000 Series Installation Guide. -
Page 30: Computer Hardware And Software Requirements
• Windows 10 (64 bit) operating system • Keysight I/O libraries version 17.1 The M8070B software is required to control the M8050A modules. NOTE To connect via USB If you are planning to use USB connectivity between the M9505A AXIe Chassis and host computer, then you can use a laptop or desktop computer with USB 2.0 or 3.0 support as the host computer. -
Page 31: To Connect Via Pcie
To connect via PCIe In case of PCIe connectivity, the host computer can be a desktop PC with an available x8 or wider PCIe slot. Review the Keysight recommended list of host computers at http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5990-7632EN.pdf that are compatible with the Keysight M9505A AXIe Chassis. -
Page 32: Step 5 - Connect M8050A Modules With M8009A Clock Module
Basic Setup for M8050A Step 5 - Connect M8050A Modules with M8009A Clock Module This section describe how to connect M8042A pattern generator and M8009A clock module in order to prepare a single-channel and two-channel systems. The following table shows the cables required for preparing a... -
Page 33: Preparing Two-Channel System
Connect M8009A Channel Clock Out 2 port with the M8042A Channel Clock In 2 port using a semi-rigid cable. Connect M8009A Sync Out A port with the M8042A Sync In port using a 3.5 mm sync cable. Figure 15 Two-channel system Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 34: Step 6 - Power Up (If Connecting Via Pcie)
M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller module as the host computer because it gets powered on simultaneously with the chassis through the chassis backplane. If you plan to connect the M8050A to a corporate LAN and the M9537A NOTE AXIe Embedded Controller is installed, you must use the Ethernet port available on the M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller or the LAN port on the external PC. -
Page 35: Step 7 - Verify Basic M8050A Operation
If the Fail LED on the front panel of the instrument module is steady red and does not turn off, it indicates a power fault condition. In such a situation, the instrument module may require repair/service. Contact your Keysight representative to replace or service the chassis/module. See Contacting Keysight Service and Support page 48. -
Page 36: Step 8 - Install Keysight Io Libraries Suite (Not Required For M8050A-Bu3/Bu5)
Keysight IO Libraries. Perform this step if you are setting up an M8050A-BU2/BU4 system or NOTE the host computer you are using as part of the M8050A system requires I/O library installation. Disconnect any devices connected to the host computer. -
Page 37: Step 10 - Starting The M8070B Software
When displayed, accept the license agreement and click Next. Click Install to start the installation then follow any on-screen prompts/instructions. In Windows click Start > All Programs > Keysight M8070B > Keysight M8070B to verify software installation. Step 10 - Starting the M8070B Software... -
Page 38: Step 12 - Install The Licenses
NOTE privileges (run as Administrator) before you install or upgrade the M8050A module drivers on a PC running Windows 10. Not doing so may result in the installation failure. Please contact your system administrator to provide you the administrative rights. -
Page 39: Installing Module Licenses (For Upgrades Only)
Installing module licenses is only necessary if you add module options onsite. Module licenses enable specific options in the modules of the M8050A system. Once a module license has been installed using the Keysight License Manager, the next time the M8070B software and M8050A hardware are started, the license is recognized by the M8070B software and compared to the module’s serial number. -
Page 40: Step 13 - Starting The Module Driver Interface From M8070B Software
Basic Setup for M8050A Step 13 - Starting the Module Driver Interface from M8070B Software In Windows click on Start > All Programs > Keysight M8070B > Keysight M8070B. Select the module driver (for example; M8042A) from the M8070B Startup Options dialog box. For details on the M8070B Startup Options dialog box, refer to M8000 Series User Guide or Online Help. -
Page 41: Step 14 - Using Uxr Series Real-Time Oscilloscope As Analyzer
M8070B for comparison with an expected pattern and provide BER/SER measurements. For more details on how to control UXR-Series Real-Time Oscilloscope from M8070B, refer to Keysight M8070ADVB Advanced Measurement Package User Guide. In order to support the UXR-Series Real-Time Oscilloscope, ensure that... -
Page 42: Step 15 - Performing A Functional Test
UXR or to M8046A matched cable pair. You might also require an adapter 1.0 mm to 2.4 mm, depending on the analyzer connectors. Start the M8070B system software. Figure 17 Basic functional setup Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... - Page 43 Turn on Global Outputs. 10 Press the BER Threshold auto align button. 11 After a few seconds Error Ratio should go to BER=0.00 as shown in the following figure: Figure 18 Setup showing BER=0.00 Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide...
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Page 44: Step 16 - Turning Off The Chassis And Modules (If Required)
Step 16 - Turning off the Chassis and Modules (If Required) Turn off the chassis and module in the following sequence: Turn off the host computer. If you are using the Keysight AXIe Embedded Controller module as the host computer, ensure that you shut down the controller by executing the Windows shutdown process. - Page 45 Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide Maintenance / 46 Locating Electronic Manuals and Online Help / 46 Routine Care / 47 Updating Software Components / 48 Contacting Keysight Service and Support...
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Page 46: Maintenance
You can also visit www.keysight.com/find/M8050A to find the latest versions of related manuals and the data sheet for each M8050A module. Routine Care Except for performing initial chassis verification or troubleshooting, do NOTE not operate the chassis with empty slots. Always insert a filler panel in empty slots. -
Page 47: Updating Software Components
Find. Model number is located on the front panel of the module. Click the Drivers, Firmware and Software link on the module page. Download the required software update from the list of available updates. Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... -
Page 48: Contacting Keysight Service And Support
Maintenance Contacting Keysight Service and Support To locate a sales or a service office near you, go to www.keysight.com/find/contactus Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide... - Page 49 Oscilloscope, M9505A, M9505A, power down, M9505A, power up, M9537A, Insertion/extraction handles, 18, M9537A AXIe Embedded IO Libraries, install, Controller, Module Insertion/Extraction Handles, Module licenses, install, LAN connection, LEDs Access, 18, 21, Data In, Keysight M8050A High-Performance BERT Getting Started Guide...
- Page 50 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2022 Edition 1.0, April 2022 Printed in Germany www.keysight.com...
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