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Agilent Technologies N8201A User Manual

Performance downconverter synthetic instrument module, 3 hz to 26.5 ghz
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N8201A Performance
Downconverter
Synthetic Instrument
Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz
User's Guide
Edition, January 22, 2008
N8201-90006
Agilent Technologies

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  • Page 1 Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz User’s Guide Edition, January 22, 2008 N8201-90006 Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 2 Notices © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2006 - 2008 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means (including electronic storage and retrieval or transla- tion into a foreign language) without prior agreement and written consent from Agi- lent Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 3 IF signal providing IF output frequencies of 7.5, 21.4, and 321.4 MHz to offer three different signal bandwidth capabilities. External mixing can be utilized to down convert microwave signals up to 110 GHz. The N8201A is based upon the industry’s most accurate spectrum analyzer, the PSA Series.
  • Page 4 Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    (Optional) Connect to a LAN with a Cross-Over LAN Cable Step 3. Verify Connection with Synthetic Instrument Finder (Optional) Step 4. Connect to the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI (Optional) Step 5. Connect to an SA Remote Web Server (Optional) Step 6.
  • Page 6 Event Logging Preset Refresh All Values 4 Front and Rear Panel Features N8201A Performance Downconverter Front Panel Features RF INPUT Power Line Power LED LAN LED 1588 LED Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 7: Introducing The N8201A Performance Downconverter

    Instrument Removal Standard instrument Half-Rack-Width Instrument Bench Top Instrument Instrument Installation Standard rack instrument Half-Rack-Width Instrument Bench Top Instrument 6 Service, Support, and Safety Information Safety and Regulatory Information Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 8 Ground the Instrument or System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Maintenance Safety symbols and Instrument Markings Service and Support Agilent on the Web Return Procedure Shipping the Instrument 7 Glossary Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 9: Agilent Technologies

    (Optional Steps 9, 10, and 11 are available to support legacy installations and are not required if the software from Step 8 is being used. This interface can be installed along with the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI, but only one interface can be used at any given time.) “(Optional) Step 9.

  • Page 10: Installing Software And Instrument Drivers

    (Optional) Steps 9, 10, and 11 are available to support legacy installations and are not required if the software from Step 8 is being used. This interface can be installed along with the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI, but only one interface can be used at any given time.

  • Page 11: Step 1. Install Microsoft .Net Version

    This will stop the message from displaying each time a selection is made from the Software and Driver Installation menu. Click Open. Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings. Click Finish. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Software Installation...

  • Page 12: Step 2. Install The Agilent I/O Libraries

    Software Installation Step 2. Install the Agilent I/O Libraries Select Agilent I/O Libraries. Follow the instructions and accept the default settings. Click Finish. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 13: Step 3. Install The Ivi Shared Components

    Step 3. Install the IVI Shared Components Select IVI Shared Components. Run the IviCleanupUtility before running the IviSharedComponents or a network access error may occur during installation of the IviSharedComponents. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Software Installation...
  • Page 14 Software Installation Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings. Click Finish. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 15: Step 4. Install The Agilent Synthetic Instrument Finder

    Step 4. Install the Agilent Synthetic Instrument Finder Select Agilent Synthetic Instrument Finder. Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings. Click Close. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Software Installation...

  • Page 16: Step 5. Install The Agilent Synthetic Instrument Gui

    Software Installation Step 5. Install the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI Select Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI. Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings. Click Close. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 17: Step 6. Install The Ivi-Com Drivers

    There are two different IVI-COM drivers available for the N8201A performance downconverter. • If the N8201A performance downconverter is equipped with Option H02, a different IVI-COM driver is available that enables functionality similar to a PSA spectrum analyzer. • If the N8201A performance downconverter is not equipped with Option H02, only downconverter functions are available.
  • Page 18 You should see the above dialog when the installation is complete for IVI-COM that supports Option H02 and the below dialog when the installation is complete for IVI-COM that supports N8201A performance downconverters that are not equipped with Option H02. Click Finish.

  • Page 19: Step 7. Install The Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter User Interface

    Step 7. Install the Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter User Interface Select Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter User Interface. Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings. Click Close. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Software Installation...

  • Page 20: Installing Optional Software And Instrument Drivers

    Machine (VM)" page 21, and interface can be installed along with the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI, but only one interface can be used at any given time. If Option H02 is Not Installed •...

  • Page 21: (Optional) Step 8. Install The Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer Gui

    Software Installation (Optional) Step 8. Install the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI Before performing this optional installation step, read about NO TE “Installing Optional Software and Instrument Drivers" on page 16. Select Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI.
  • Page 22 Software Installation Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings. Click Close. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 23: (Optional) Step 9. Install The Microsoft Virtual Machine (Vm)

    NO TE “Installing Optional Software and Instrument Drivers" Select Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM). Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings. Click OK. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Software Installation on page 16.
  • Page 24 Software Installation Click No on the Microsoft VM dialog box. This step will be completed later in the process after the SA Remote Web Server is installed. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 25: (Optional) Step 10. Install The Apache Http Server

    (Optional) Step 10. Install the Apache HTTP Server Before performing this optional installation step, read about NO TE “Installing Optional Software and Instrument Drivers" on page 16. Select Apache HTTP Server. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 26 Software Installation Follow the installation instructions and accept the default settings Click Next. Click Next. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 27 Software Installation Click Finish. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 28: (Optional) Step 11. Install The Sa Remote Web Server

    (Optional) Step 11. Install the SA Remote Web Server Before performing this optional installation step, read about NO TE “Installing Optional Software and Instrument Drivers" Select SA Remote Web Server. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz on page 16.
  • Page 29 (driver_installation_list.pdf dialog box). Click Exit CD-ROM. The software and driver installation is complete. Restart the computer and continue to NO TE Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz “Hardware Setup and Configuration" Restart the computer! Software Installation...
  • Page 30 Software Installation Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 31: Hardware Setup And Configuration

    “Step 2. Connect LAN Cables and Turn On Power" “Step 3. Verify Connection with Synthetic Instrument Finder" “(Optional) Step 4. Connect to the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI" “(Optional) Step 5. Connect to an SA Remote Web Server"...

  • Page 32: Step 1. Unpack The N8201A Performance Downconverter

    AC power cord specific to geographic location (Optional) Prepare the Instrument for Rack Mounting If the N8201A performance downconverter is to be placed in a system rack, the feet CAU TI O N currently attached can be replaced with the rack mount feet (part number W1312-40032) supplied with the accessories.

  • Page 33: Step 2. Connect Lan Cables And Turn On Power

    If DHCP is not present, but the instrument is set to use DHCP (the default), the instrument waits two minutes for its DHCP request to time out. When the N8201A performance downconverter is used in this situation, there is a time delay of approximately three minutes between the time of when the N8201A performance downconverter’s power is turned on and when it is available for use.
  • Page 34 LAN hub. Turn on power to the PC. Turn on power to the N8201A performance downconverter and wait until the LAN LED turns solid green or until you hear an attenuator click from within the N8201A performance downconverter; this can take up to four minutes depending on whether the instrument is using DHCP or Auto IP.

  • Page 35: (Optional) Connect To A Lan With A Cross-Over Lan Cable

    N8201A performance downconverter. Turn on power to the PC. Turn on power to the N8201A performance downconverter and wait until the LAN LED turns solid green or until you hear an attenuator click from within the N8201A performance downconverter;...

  • Page 36: Step 3. Verify Connection With Synthetic Instrument Finder

    The Synthetic Instrument Finder should appear and look similar to the following. Select an instrument, from the left-hand pane of the Synthetic Instrument Finder, and right-click on an instrument with the mouse. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 37 With Option H02 not installed, refer to “Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI" • With Option H02 installed, refer to “(Optional) Step 4. Connect to the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI" • With Option H02 installed, refer to “(Optional) Step 5.

  • Page 38: (Optional) Step 4. Connect To The Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer Gui

    Hardware Setup and Configuration (Optional) Step 4. Connect to the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI If Option H02 is not installed, the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI NO TE software cannot be used! In addition to Option H02, you must have performed N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI"...
  • Page 39 This section describes how to access and use the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI. From the Windows Desktop, click Start > All Programs > Agilent SI Tools > N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI. Click File > Connect (upper-left corner) on the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI.

  • Page 40: (Optional) Step 5. Connect To An Sa Remote Web Server

    Apache HTTP Server, and the SA Remote Web Server software; this interface can be installed along with the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI, but only one interface can be used at any given time. (For further software installation information, refer “Installing Optional Software and Instrument Drivers"...
  • Page 41 Start > All Programs > Agilent SI Tools> Synthetic Instrument Finder. Select an instrument from the list of instruments shown to see its IP address. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration...
  • Page 42 Hardware Setup and Configuration The Remote GPIB interface dialog box should look similar to the following: Select IP address and enter the IP Address of the N8201A performance downconverter in the Remote GPIB Interface dialog box. Enter gpib7 for the Interface Name on Remote Host.
  • Page 43 Click Yes on the Instrument Information dialog box. Click OK. From the Windows Desktop, select Start > Run. Enter CMD in the Run dialog box to select the Command Window. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration...
  • Page 44 169.254.241.150 address, you need to use 169.254.241.150 and not 141.121.83.141 as the IP Address.) Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 45 Insert your PC’s IP address (from the command window above). Use the following syntax: http://141.121.83.141/index.html and a display similar to the following should appear. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration...
  • Page 46 • If one of the following dialog boxes appears, click Run or Install and accept the installation. If the following display appears, the SA Remote Web Server configuration is complete! Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 47: (Optional) Step 6. Verify Operation < 3 Ghz

    SA Remote Web Server or the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI, but only one interface can be used at any given time. • If Option H02 is not installed, the N8201A performance downconverter can be manually controlled using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI.
  • Page 48 Start > All Programs > Agilent SI Tools > Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI. Click the listed downconverter in the “Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI, Recent Connections” dialog box. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 49 Hardware Setup and Configuration The following dialog box should appear. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 50 • RF Enabled: Enabled • Input RF: Signal Source: 50 MHz Cal • Frequency: 50 MHz Verify that a 7.5 MHz signal is present on the spectrum analyzer. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 51: (Optional) Step 7. Verify Operation > 3 Ghz

    (Optional) Step 7. Verify Operation > 3 GHz Operation verification is a test that, when completed, will ensure that the N8201A performance downconverter is operating correctly in the high band (> 3 GHz). Make sure that the total power of all signals at the...
  • Page 52 Hardware Setup and Configuration Click the downconverter in the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI dialog box listed under Recent Connections. The following dialog box should appear. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 53 Tune the Source to the following: • Frequency: 3.5 GHz • Amplitude: 0 dBm • RF On Verify that a 7.5 MHz signal is present on the spectrum analyzer. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    Spectrum Analyzer GUI" N8201A performance downconverter and the PC with the following: • Verify that the LAN LED on the N8201A performance downconverter’s rear panel is green or blinking green. This indicates a good connection. If the LED is off, there is a problem with your LAN connection.

  • Page 55: How To Use The Synthetic Instrument Finder

    The Synthetic Instrument Finder should appear and look similar to the following. Select an instrument, from left-hand pane of the Synthetic Instrument Finder, and right-click on an instrument with the mouse. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration...
  • Page 56 Double-click the new listing to open the webpage, or right-click and select Open using Synthetic GUI to use the virtual interface. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Sends the current instrument settings to the N8201A performance...
  • Page 57 Hardware Setup and Configuration Left-Pane Functions In the left pane, right-click on the N8201A performance downconverter and the following menu should appear. Interactive IO Opens the Agilent Interactive IO application which allows SCPI commands to be sent to the instrument. (The Interactive IO option is only available if the Agilent Connection Expert has been installed on the PC.)
  • Page 58 Copy VISA Address to Clipboard (Hostname) Copies the VISA hostname to the clipboard for use in other applications. It is recommended that you use this address on networks with DHCP and DNS network capability. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 59: How To Reset The Lan Configuration

    56. • The instrument hostname is set to A-N82XXA-NNNNN, where N82XXA is the instrument model number (such as N8201A) and NNNNN represents the last five digits of the instrument serial number. If the instrument is in an environment with a DHCP server, it is assigned an IP address through DHCP.

  • Page 60: How To Set A Static Ip Address

    The DHCP server automates the process of setting up the IP addresses on your network by default. When the N8201A performance downconverter is turned on, it searches for a DHCP server on the network and selects a “dynamic IP address”. Each time the N8201A performance downconverter is rebooted, the N8201A performance downconverter may get a different IP address.
  • Page 61 Connecting the PC LAN cable to the instrument LAN (cross-over cable) Turn on power to the PC. Turn on power to the N8201A performance downconverter and wait until the LAN LED turns solid green; this takes about 60 seconds. From the Windows Desktop, click Start >...
  • Page 62 The default password is set to “agilent”. Tip: You can change the password from the View & Modify LAN Connections. (Scroll down the Parameter column until you locate the Change Password parameter.) Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 63 For the new settings to become effective, you may first cycle the power of the instrument NO TE and then cycle the power of the PC. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration...

  • Page 64: How To Troubleshoot Connectivity Problems On The Network

    The N8201A performance downconverter is shipped with a default IP address. This default IP address is 192.168.EE.FF, where EE and FF are the last two parts of the Media Access Control (MAC) address (AA.BB.CC.DD.EE.FF).
  • Page 65 • Default Gateway • DHCP Server Address • Lease Obtained • Lease Expired • Primary WINS Servers • Secondary WINS Servers Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration...

  • Page 66: If The Instrument Was Unable To Join The Lan

    The instrument is configured to use a duplicate static IP address. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Possible Solutions If connecting the instrument to a switch or hub, verify that the instrument is connected with a standard LAN cable.

  • Page 67: If The Instrument's Ip Address Or Hostname Cannot Be Found With Ping

    The DNS server has not been updated. The PC cannot communicate with the device over LAN. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Hardware Setup and Configuration Possible Solutions “If the Instrument was Unable to Join the LAN"...

  • Page 68: If The Instrument Web Page Is Not Visible

    Your PC cannot communicate with the device over your LAN. Someone else is currently connected to the instrument. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Possible Solutions “If the LAN LED is Red" on page 62.
  • Page 69 User’s Guide Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI “Starting the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI" on page 67 “Features of the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI" on page 69 “Settings on the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI" on page 74 Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 70 Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI; without Option H02, the N8201A performance downconverter cannot be controlled with SCPI commands. • If Option H02 is installed, you can use either the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI, the SA Remote Web Server, or the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI.

  • Page 71: Using The Agilent Synthetic Instrument Gui

    Click Connection Manager (lower-left corner) on the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI dialog box. Click Find Instruments (lower-left corner) on the Connect to Instrument dialog box. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI...

  • Page 72: Left Pane

    • If the bottom of the dialog box displays the message “N8201A is not supported”, the instrument is not communicating. Refer to Click Connect (lower-right corner) on the Connect to Instrument dialog box and the following dialog box should appear.

  • Page 73: Features Of The Agilent Synthetic Instrument Gui

    LAN hub. Figure 4 Connect to Instrument Window Reconnect Re-establishes the connection to the instrument if the instrument has been disconnected. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI...

  • Page 74: Help

    Exit Closes the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI application. Help The Help menu displays the current versions of the GUI and drivers. Figure 5 Help About Synthetic GUI Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 75: Left Pane

    Recent Connections Connection Expert Find Instruments Test Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI Accesses user defined connections. Displays a list of instruments that have recently been controlled by the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI.

  • Page 76: Right Pane

    The lower portion of the right pane can have the following tabs: Dynamic Help, Instrument Information, and Event Log. Dynamic Help Provides information about the function currently selected in the left pane. Figure 7 Dynamic Help Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 77 Instrument Information Page Event Log When enabled in the Events parameters area, displays the event log history. Figure 9 Event Log History Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI...

  • Page 78: Settings On The Agilent Synthetic Instrument Gui

    Sets the center frequency while the span remains constant. The frequency range of the N8201A performance downconverter is 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz plus the frequency offset. If the External Mixer Enabled equals External, the frequency range is 3 Hz to 335 GHz.
  • Page 79 Execute Trigger Sends the new trigger settings to the instrument Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI Defines the way that Alarm Time will be interpreted. In absolute mode, the alarm will begin firing at the time of day specified in Absolute Alarm Time.

  • Page 80: Level

    Allows you to use either the internal or an external reference oscillator for making measurements. Reference Output Switches the 10 MHz out signal on the front panel of the N8201A performance downconverter On and Off. Reference Input Source Specifies whether to use an External or Internal source for the reference oscillator. If set to External, a value must be specified for External Frequency with limits from 1 MHz to 30 MHz.

  • Page 81: Preselector (Option 123)

    • E - 60 to 90 GHz • W - 75 to 110 GHz • F - 90 to 140 GHz • D - 110 to 170 GHz Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI...

  • Page 82: Calibration

    Selects the channel to configure. Possible values are: LXI0 LXI4 LAN0 LAN4 Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz − 10 mA to 10 mA. LO OUT connector is terminated with a 50 ohm load. LXI1...

  • Page 83: Event Logging

    Displays the event log in the right pane when the Event Log page is selected. Clear Event Log Clears the event log. Disable All Events Prevents any previously events from occurring. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 84: Preset

    Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI Preset Sets the instrument to a known state and clears any current settings. Refresh All Values Re-reads the settings from the instrument. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 85: Front And Rear Panel Features

    User’s Guide Front and Rear Panel Features “N8201A Performance Downconverter Front Panel Features" “N8201A Performance Downconverter Rear Panel Features" “Interconnect Cabling" on page 89 “Operational Considerations"...

  • Page 86: N8201A Performance Downconverter Front Panel Features

    The front panel power switch is a standby switch only; it is not a LINE switch (power disconnecting device). When in Standby, the LED is amber, When ON the LED is green. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 87: Line Power Led

    LAN LED The LAN LED indicator works in the following states: State of the LAN Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Front and Rear Panel Features Power Status No power connected to rear panel Standby power.

  • Page 88: 1588 Led

    3.6 GHz 2nd LO Out Provides the 2nd LO output signal (3.6 GHz at +3 dBm) as a coherent carrier reference for phase locking two receivers. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Clock Status...

  • Page 89: Ext Mixer

    10 MHz Out A switched output of the analyzer’s internal 10 MHz reference signal locks other test equipment to the same frequency reference used by the downconverter. The 10 MHz out signal is at +5 dB. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Front and Rear Panel Features...

  • Page 90: If Log Video (Option V7L)

    Off < 1 V VGA OUT Connector VGA compatible, 15-pin mini D-SUB Format VGA (31.5 kHz horizontal, 60 Hz vertical sync rates, non-interlaced) Analog RGB Resolution 640 x 480 Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 91: N8201A Performance Downconverter Rear Panel Features

    50 to 60 Hz and is automatically selected by the power supply. This LAN interface allows ethernet local area network communication through a 100BaseT LAN cable. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Front and Rear Panel Features...

  • Page 92: Lxi Trigger Bus

    White_Paper_2_LXI_Triggering • White_Paper_3_Wired_Trigger_Bus_Physical_Aspects Star This is not a functional connector. DB-9 (TEST) This connector is for factory testing only. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Star Hub Trigger Trigger Trigger Trigger Trigger Trigger Bus Terminators...

  • Page 93: Interconnect Cabling

    E R R R E S E T Figure 12 Interconnect cabling for the N8221A IF digitizer/N8201A performance downconverter Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz N 8201A 3 Hz - 26.5 G Hz Perform ance Dow nconverter...

  • Page 94: Operational Considerations

    You must ensure that the IP addresses for your computer and N8221A IF digitizer/N8201A performance downconverter are compatible, then configure the LAN interface. The IP address consists of four groups of numbers separated by periods (for example 169.254.xxx.xxx). Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 95: Preventive Maintenance

    This chapter provides preventative maintenance information, which should be reviewed prior to working with the Agilent system. This information applies to all Agilent-supplied instruments in the system and the system as a whole. on page 92” on page 95 on page 98” on page 100 Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 96: Using, Inspecting, And Cleaning Rf Connectors

    • Clean dirty connectors. Dirt and foreign matter can cause poor electrical connections and may damage the connector. • Minimize the number of times you bend cables. • Never bend a cable at a sharp angle. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 97: Proper Connector Torque

    An out-of-tolerance SMA connector can ruin a 3.5 mm connector on the first mating. If in doubt, gauge the SMA connector before connecting it. The SMA center conductor must never extend beyond the mating plane. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Torque cm-kg Torque N-cm...

  • Page 98: Cleaning Procedure

    WA RN ING left open in the area of the equipment. Adequate ventilation should be assured to prevent the combustion of fumes, or vapors. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Table 5).) Part Number...

  • Page 99: General Procedures And Techniques

    Always use care when working with system cables and instruments. GPIB Type Connector Figure 13 GPIB, 3.5 mm, Type-N, power sensor, and BNC connectors Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Preventive Maintenance...

  • Page 100: Connector Removal

    When reconnecting this type of cable: • Carefully insert the male connector center pin into the female connector. (Make sure the cable is aligned with the instrument connector properly before joining them.) Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...
  • Page 101 Semirigid cables that are crimped will affect system performance and must be replaced. Do not attempt to straighten a crimped semirigid cable. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 102: Instrument Removal

    “ears” that hold it in the rack. 4 Slide the instrument out. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Notes • If you do plan to turn computer power off...

  • Page 103: Half-Rack-Width Instrument

    AC power supply. 3 Remove the power cord and other cables from the front and rear of the instrument. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Preventive Maintenance • For details see the system installation guide.

  • Page 104: Instrument Installation

    4 Turn on system power and restart the system computer if necessary. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Notes • Most cables are fairly easy to remove and...

  • Page 105: Half-Rack-Width Instrument

    3 Connect the power cord to the AC power source. 4 Power on the system. 5 Set the instrument GPIB address, if necessary. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Preventive Maintenance Note • The rack-mount ears stop the instruments at the correct depth.
  • Page 106 Preventive Maintenance Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

  • Page 107: Service, Support, And Safety Information

    Agilent-supplied instruments in the system and the system as a whole. It also contains information on servicing and obtaining support for an Agilent system or instrument, including procedures for removing an instrument from a system, returning it to Agilent, and reinstalling it. on page 104” on page 111 Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 108: Safety And Regulatory Information

    Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of this instrument or system. Agilent Technologies, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.

  • Page 109: Equipment Installation

    Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same WA RN ING or equivalent type recommended. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Service, Support, and Safety Information LpA <70 dB am Arbeitsplatz normaler Betrieb nach DIN 45635 t.19...

  • Page 110: Environmental Conditions

    This instrument has autoranging line voltage input, be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz ° C for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power 109.

  • Page 111: Magnetic Susceptibility

    Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product. Failure to CAU TI O N ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause product damage. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Service, Support, and Safety Information...

  • Page 112: Fuses And Circuit Breakers

    Symbols and markings in manuals and on instruments alert you to potential risks, provide information about conditions, and comply with international regulations. symbols and markings you may find in a manual or on an instrument. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Table 6 defines the...
  • Page 113 Safety symbols and instrument markings Safety symbols N10149 ISM 1-A ICES/NMB-001 Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Service, Support, and Safety Information Definition Warning: risk of electric shock. Warning: hot surface. Caution: refer to instrument documentation.
  • Page 114 Service, Support, and Safety Information Table 6 Safety symbols and instrument markings (continued) Safety symbols Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Definition Frame or chassis terminal. Terminal is at earth potential. Used for measurement and control circuits designed to be operated with one terminal at earth potential.

  • Page 115: Service And Support

    You can find information about technical and professional services, product support, and equipment repair and service on the Web: http://www.agilent.com Click on Technical Support. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz Service, Support, and Safety Information...

  • Page 116: Return Procedure

    Return Procedure In any correspondence or telephone conversations with Agilent Technologies, please refer to the instrument by its model number (N8201A, for example) and serial number. With this information, the customer engineer can determine whether your instrument is still within its warranty period and provide accurate shipping information.

  • Page 117: Glossary

    IP address has changed. DHCP Server The DHCP server responds to devices’ requests for network settings. It is responsible for ensuring that no two devices attempt to use the same IP address. Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 118 LAN, Intranet, or enterprise LAN). When using a private LAN, the designer of the LAN is responsible for defining all private LAN parameters. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz A private LAN network is defined as a local area network in which...
  • Page 119 When written in binary, subnet masks usually become several 1s followed by several 0s. For example: 255.255.0.0 would become 11111111.11111111.00000000.00000000. Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz A site LAN is a local area network in which LAN-enabled instruments and Glossary...
  • Page 120 IP address 192.168.12.34 (the 192.168.12.0 subnet), but a device with an IP address of 192.168.100.34 is on a different subnet (the 192.168.100.0 subnet). Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz 11000000. 10101000. 00001100.
  • Page 121 Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz LAN eXtension for Instrumentation (LXI), LAN hub, MAC address, making proper connections, Option H02 is required, 34, 36, 43, precision 3.5 mm connectors,...
  • Page 122 Index-2 Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter Synthetic Instrument Module, 3 Hz to 26.5 GHz...

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