Keysight M8008A Getting Started Manual
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- Page 1 Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators M8199A Arbitrary Waveform Generator M8008A Clock Generator M8158A Arbitrary Waveform Generator Remote Head 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 M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators 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 M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide...
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Page 5: Compliance And Environmental Information
Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as a “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product. Do not dispose in domestic household waste. To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office, or see http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/environment/takeback.shtml for more information. -
Page 6: About This Guide
About This Guide This guide provides high-level information for an initial setup of the Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators. This guide focuses on setting up “bundled” systems such as the M8100A-BU5 and M8100A-BU6. The M8100A-BU5 system has the M8100A module(s) and pre-configured system consisting of one M9505A 5-slot AXIe Chassis with USB option. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
M8199A Arbitrary Waveform Generator M8199A Module Components M8199A Front Panel Connectors M8008A Clock Generator M8008A Module Components M8008A Front Panel Connectors M8158A Arbitrary Waveform Generator Remote Head M8158A Remote Head Components Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... - Page 8 Step 4 - Connect the M9505A AXIe Chassis to a Power Supply Step 5 - Connect M8199A-ILV to the M8199A Instrument Step 6 - Connect M8008A Clock Source to M8199A AWG Module Step 7 - Power Up (if connecting via PCIe)
- Page 9 Step 15 - Enabling/Disabling the Interleaving Mode 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 M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide...
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Page 11: Introduction
M8008A Clock Generator / 22 M8158A Arbitrary Waveform Generator Remote Head This chapter introduces you to Keysight’s M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators. It also introduces you to the concept of using a host computer to communicate with the M8100A. The M8100A supports the following modules. -
Page 12: Introduction
140 GBaud. • Keysight’s M8199A 256 GSa/s AWG delivers twice the sampling rate of any AWG on the market today, coupled with at least 50 percent higher analog bandwidth. As a result, research engineers can quickly develop advanced components for terabit transmission systems •... -
Page 13: Applications
This includes ultra-short, yet precise pulses down to 5 ps pulse width or extremely short, wideband RF pulses and chirps which are needed to investigate in chemical reactions, elementary particle excitation and quantum effects. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... -
Page 14: M8100A Modules
It must be installed in slots 1 through 2 in the AXIe chassis unless the M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller is installed. The M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller must be installed in slot 1. The M8008A clock module should be installed in a slot between the optional embedded controller and the M8199A. -
Page 15: 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 16: 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 17: 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 28 for external host computer minimum requirements. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... -
Page 18: M8199A Arbitrary Waveform Generator
Figure 5 on page -18, the M8199A module has the following components. Table 3 Front Panel LEDs Front Panel LED Active when... Color Fail power-up fault condition Access power-up ready state green Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... -
Page 19: M8199A Front Panel Connectors
The Sync Out A/B is not used. The Sync In is used to synchronize multiple modules to a common system clock. It is connected to one of the Sync Out outputs of the M8008A module. Clk In AWG clock input (half-rate). Connect to clock output of M8008A clock generator module. -
Page 20: M8008A Clock Generator
The M8008A is an instrument module that can be installed into the M9505A 5-slot AXIe chassis. It comes as a 1-slot AXIe module, which allows the M8008A plus up to two M8199A AWG modules to be plugged into a single 5-slot AXIe chassis. -
Page 21: M8008A Front Panel Connectors
Handles slot of the M9505A AXIe Chassis. M8008A Front Panel Connectors The inputs of the M8008A module are sensitive to static electricity. CAUTION Therefore, take necessary anti-static precautions, such as wearing a grounded wrist strap, to minimize the possibility of electrostatic damage. -
Page 22: M8158A Arbitrary Waveform Generator Remote Head
Front Panel LED Front Panel LED Active when... Color Ready remote head is operational green Table 10 M8158A Front Panel Connector Connector Description Data Out and /Data Out Connected to DUT Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... - Page 23 M8158A. Also, make sure NOT to remove the M8158A connections when it is powered on. However, if you wish to remove the M8158A connections, ensure that the instrument is powered off. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide...
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Page 25: Basic Setup For M8100A
Step 4 - Connect the M9505A AXIe Chassis to a Power Supply / 30 Step 5 - Connect M8199A-ILV to the M8199A Instrument / 32 Step 6 - Connect M8008A Clock Source to M8199A AWG Module / 36 Step 7 - Power Up (if connecting via PCIe) / 37... -
Page 26: Step 1 - Unpack The Shipment
Getting Started Guide This document, M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide. (Please check the Keysight website: www.keysight.com/find/M8100A for the latest guide.) Carefully inspect all items in the shipment for any damage. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... -
Page 27: Return The Damaged/Defective Item To Keysight For Repair/Replacement
(for example, M8199A) in the Product Number field, and specify the serial number from the top of the module in the Serial Number field. Contact the nearest Keysight Sales Office. If you need assistance finding Keysight contact information, go to www.keysight.com/find/assist (worldwide contact information for repair and service). -
Page 28: Computer Hardware And Software Requirements
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. USB Port Figure 8 USB port on the font panel of the AXIe ESM Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... -
Page 29: 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 30: Step 5 - Connect M8199A-Ilv To The M8199A Instrument
Move M8199A-ILV to the front panel of the M8199A instrument as in the following figure. Fix it with 2x screw 0515-2741 and a long screw driver Torx T20 or with screw driver 8710-2904. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... - Page 31 (0.9 Nm) at all 8 connectors of the M8199A-ILV. The required torque for 1.85 mm connectors is 0.9 Nm (8lb-inch). Mount the M8199A instrument together with M8199A-ILV back to the AXIe Chassis. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide...
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Page 32: Step 6 - Connect M8008A Clock Source To M8199A Awg Module
Basic Setup for M8100A Step 6 - Connect M8008A Clock Source to M8199A AWG Module Following are the possible ways to connect a M8008A clock source to the M8199A AWG module(s): Case 1 Connecting M8008A clock module to M8199A AWG module In this case, make the connections as described below: Connect the 45 cm 1.85 mm blue clock cable (M8199-61624) from... - Page 33 Connecting PSG to M8199A module Keysight M8257D, Opt. 567, 1EU, UNY (referred to as PSG) is an alternative to the M8008A clock module that can be used as a clock source. In this case, connect the 45 cm 1.85 mm blue clock cable (M8199-61624) from the PSG Output to Clk In of M8199A.
- Page 34 Basic Setup for M8100A Case 3 Connecting M8008A clock module to two M8199A AWG modules In this case, a M8008A clock module, two M8199A AWG modules, a M9505A AXIe chassis and the following cables are required: • Sync cable M8199A-811, (M8199-61620) •...
- Page 35 Basic Setup for M8100A Case 4 Connecting M8008A clock module to four M8199A AWG modules In this case, a M8008A clock module, four M8199A AWG modules, two M9505A AXIe chassis and the following cables are required: • Sync cable (M8199-61620) •...
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Page 36: Step 7 - Power Up (If Connecting Via Pcie)
Basic Setup for M8100A Enable the Ref Clk Out port in the primary chassis using the web NOTE interface. For details , refer to Keysight M9505A AXIe Chassis Startup Guide. The unused output should be turned off or terminated with 50 Ohms. -
Page 37: Step 8 - Verify Basic M8199A 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. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... -
Page 38: Step 9 - Install Keysight Io Libraries Suite (Not Required For M8100A-Bu6)
See Contacting Keysight Service and Support page 47. Step 9 - Install Keysight IO Libraries Suite (not required for M8100A-BU6) IO Libraries Suite version 17.1 or later is required. Always use the latest version of the Keysight IO Libraries. -
Page 39: Step 11 - 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 11 - Starting the M8070B Software... -
Page 40: Step 13 - Install The Licenses
Licensing provides tools and processes for floating, USB portable, node-locked, and transportable licenses. These licenses can be installed using the Keysight License Manager. It helps you install licenses on your local machine (instrument or computer), or configure your local machine to use licenses from a remote license server. -
Page 41: Installing Module Licenses (For Upgrades Only)
Module licenses enable specific options in the modules of the M8100A system. Once a module license has been installed using the Keysight License Manager, the next time the M8070B software and M8100A hardware are started, the license is recognized by the M8070B software and compared to the module’s serial number. -
Page 42: Step 14 - Starting The Driver Package Interface From M8070B Software
Basic Setup for M8100A Step 14 - Starting the Driver Package Interface from M8070B Software In Windows click on Start > All Programs > Keysight M8070B > Keysight M8070B. Select the driver package (for example; M8199A) 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 43: Step 15 - Enabling/Disabling The Interleaving Mode
Go to Parameters > Interleaving > Combiner S/N. Delete the serial no. in the Combiner S/N text field and press Enter. Restart the M8070B application. After the restart, the ILV mode will be disabled. Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... -
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 M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide Maintenance / 46 Locating Electronic Manuals and Online Help / 46 Routine Care / 47 Updating Software Components / 47 Contacting Keysight Service and Support...
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Page 46: Maintenance
Various electronic manuals and the M8000 Series Online Help provide information on how to configure and use the supported instrument modules. On installing the M8070B software, you will find documentation by clicking Start > All Programs > Keysight M8070B > Keysight M8070B Documentation. You can also visit www.keysight.com/find/M8100A to find the latest versions of various manuals and the data sheet for each M8100A module. -
Page 47: Updating Software Components
Click the Driver and Software link on the module page. Download the required software update from the list of available updates. Contacting Keysight Service and Support To locate a sales or a service office near you, go to www.keysight.com/find/contactus Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide... - Page 49 Host computer, hardware/software M9537A AXIe Embedded requirements, Controller, 14, Host computer, set up external, Module licenses, install, ILV, Non interleaved, Insertion/extraction handles, 19, Interleaved, Interleaving Mode, IO Libraries, install, Operation, verify, Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide...
- Page 50 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2022 Edition 2.1, March 2022 Printed in Germany www.keysight.com...
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