Vector signal generator frequency extender (53 pages)
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Keysight Technologies N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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Description Description The Keysight N5182BX07 Frequency Extender is an accessory for the MXG (N5182B) or EXG (N5172B) that extends the frequency range of vector signals to cover 9 kHz to 7.2 GHz. The N5182BX07 is especially well suited for 802.11ax measurements, due to its excellent phase noise and EVM.
If there is physical damage refer to “Contacting Keysight” on page 45“. Keep the damaged shipping materials (if any) for inspection by the carrier and an Keysight Technologies representative. Equipment N5182BX07 Frequency Extender, with — USB cable (Type A to Type C) —...
— 100/120V VAC, 220/240 VAC (50/60 Hz) — N5182BX07 maximum power is 160 W Environmental Tests The N5182BX07 complies with all applicable safety and regulatory requirements for the intended location of use. — Operating Environment (for indoor use only) — Operating Temperature 0 to 55 °C —...
General Performance Dimensions and Space Requirements Standard installation of the N5182BX07 includes configuration and installation on a customer-provided lab bench or table top of adequate size and strength. Table 1 Dimensions Size, including RF connectors and feet Width 425 mm (16.7") Length 485 mm (19.1")
802.11ax bands from 2.4 to 7.2 GHz with exceptional error vector magnitude (EVM) accuracy. For frequencies of 5.9 – 7.2 GHz, the N5182BX07 optimizes EVM by holding the MXG or EXG within a narrow frequency and amplitude range, and then adjusting output amplitude with a mechanical attenuator with 1 dB steps.
Measured (meas) describes an attribute measured during the design phase for purposes of communicating expected performance, such as amplitude drift vs. time. This data is not warranted and is measured at room temperature (approximately 25 °C). N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
Upconverter Band +19 to -144 dBm Step Attenuator in Upconverter Band 0 to 121 dB in 1 dB steps, mechanical RF Input Connector Type N, 50 Ω, nominal RF Output Connector Type N, 50 Ω, nominal N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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+25 dBm (+27 dBm typ) a. Temperature 35 °C and Extender Input Power Offset set to 0 dB. Max power degrades ≤ .06 dB / °C for temperatures above 35 °C. Figure 2 Measured Maximum Power with Option 1EA N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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6 dB (typ) 1 dB (typ) 5.9 GHz to 7.2 GHz ± ± 6 dB (typ) 1 dB (nom a. Power degrades .06 dB / °C from last calibration. Figure 3 Measured Level Accuracy in Passthrough Band N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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Table 7 RF Input Limits The N5182BX07 Frequency Extender is designed to be used and controlled by an MXG/EXG instrument with Option FRQ. The MXG/EXG instrument will keep the power levels below the maximum limits. Table 7 is intended for informational purposes only.
< -40 dBc (-46 dBc typical) At 2 * RF Output Frequency - 5.12 GHz < -41 dBc (-47 dBc typical) Other Frequencies < -58 dBc (-64 dBc typical) a. Measured with Extender Input Power Offset set to 0 dB. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
(which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator) may be used as a disconnecting device. LED Status Indicator The light will turn yellow when the instrument is turned on. RF Input (without Option 1EM) Type-N, 50 ohm, nominal. RF Output (without Option 1EM) Type-N, 50 ohm, nominal. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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Type-N, 50 ohm, nominal. 10 MHz In 10 MHz reference input, BNC. USB Port USB, Type C Line Input Power cord connection. Use the Keysight supplied power cord or one with the same or better electrical rating. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
In the example shown in Figure 9, the N5182BX07 is connected to the MXG from the RF output of the MXG (or EXG) to the RF input of the N5182BX07, using an RF cable with N-Type connectors. Figure 9 Front Panel Connections Figure 10 shows the rear panel connections of the N5182BX07 to the MXG.
Firmware Initialization To initialize the firmware in the N5182BX07, perform the following steps: 1. Check that there is no USB cable connected between the N5182BX07 and the MXG (or EXG). This cable will be connected in Step 6. 2. Turn on the MXG or EXG.
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Firmware Initialization 6. Connect the USB cable between the N5182BX07 and the MXG (or EXG). After about 5 seconds, there should be a notification at the bottom of the screen of the MXG (or EXG) showing that it has successfully detected the N5182BX07. See...
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Figure 15 Test Connection of the N5182BX07 If you can't make a connection, check the serial number displayed on your MXG (or EXG) and the serial number of the N5182BX07 to confirm that they match. If they don't match, reselect the USB device.
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If this is first time running the alignment with the current instrument configuration, or if any errors occur when running the alignment, clear any previous alignment data from the instruments by pressing Revert Power Alignment To Factory Defaults. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
3. On MXG front panel, select "Freq" then the "More" hard key. See Figure Figure 17 MXG Front Panel 4. Select the "Freq Extender" softkey and ensure the "Extender State" is set to "On." See Figure Figure N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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Extender Power Alignment Figure 18 Select Frequency Extender Figure 19 Extender State ON 5. Select the "Extender Power Alignment" softkey. See Figure Figure 20 Extender Power Alignment 6. Select the "Configure Power Meter" softkey. See Figure N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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— When using a USB Power Sensor, follow the steps in Section b. a. Power Meter Setup (a GPIB to LAN gateway must be used). i. Set connection Type to VXI-11. See Figure 23 Figure N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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Figure 23 Connection Type Figure 24 Set to VXI-11 ii. Enter the IP address supplied by the LAN gateway. See Figure Figure 25 Enter IP Address iii. Enter the Device Name. (Typically, "gpib0,15" is the default.) See Figure N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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Plug the USB sensor into the MXG USB port (typically, the top port). See Figure Figure 27 USB Port on MXG ii. Set connection type to "USB." See Figure Figure 28 Set Connection Type to USB N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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If this is first time running the alignment with the current instrument configuration, or if any errors occur when running the alignment, clear any previous alignment data from the instruments by pressing Revert Power Alignment To Factory Defaults. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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Extender Power Alignment Figure 31 Performing Power Alignment Figure 32 Power Alignment Completed N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
Command Reference document. EVM Optimization To optimize EVM, the N5182BX07 input power level can be adjusted using the "Extender Input Power Offset" softkey found on the second page of the Frequency Extender menu (Frequency > More > Frequency Extender > More). See the Help text below for a description of the offset value.
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When upgrading from B.01.90 to any later firmware, you may see the following error message (Figure 34) when turning on the Frequency Extender feature. This is reported if the N5182BX07 does not have calibration data for use with the I/Q Internal Channel Correction feature.
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> I/Q Int Channel Correction Calibrations > Freq Extender Calibration (Figure 35). There is no associated SCPI command for this calibration. The calibration takes about one minute and requires no external equipment. The error only appears once. Figure 35 Frequency Extender Calibration N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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[ : SOURce] : DM : INTernal : CHANnel : CORRection : USER : CLEar : CALibration : BBG : CHANnel : USER Attempting to use the User Channel Correction SCPI commands when the Figure 37 frequency extender is on will result in the error message shown in N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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SCPI Commands Figure 37 User Channel Correction Error Message N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
Do not use the outlet if it is damaged or if the voltage is outside the required range. Declaration of Conformity A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available upon request, or a copy is available on the Keysight Technologies web site at: https://regulations.about.keysight.com/DoC/search.htm. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
Always use the three prong AC power cord supplied with this product. Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause product damage and the risk of electrical shock. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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10°C from the lowest of the maximum operating temperature of a single instrument. If there are any concerns or special requirements, a Keysight Field Engineer should be consulted to assure instrument(s) temperature compliance and performance." These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To avoid electrical shock, do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so.
Allow all residual alcohol moisture to evaporate, and fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Keysight N5182BX07 from mains electrical supply before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally.
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The UK conformity mark is a UK government owned mark. Products showing this mark comply with all applicable UK regulations. The Keysight email address is required by EU directives applicable to our product. The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the CSA International.
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The instrument has been designed to meet the requirements of IP 2 0 for egress and operational I P 2 0 environment. This is a marking to indicate product compliance with the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard (ICES-001). Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB du Canada. N5182BX07 Frequency Extender User’s Guide...
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These options cover a range of service agreements with varying response times. Contact Keysight for additional information on available service agreements for this product. Contacting Keysight To contact Keysight for sales and technical support, refer to the support links on the following websites: http://www.keysight.com/find/assist (Worldwide contact information for repair and service) http://www.keysight.com/find/MyKeysight...
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