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- Page 1 Keysight VXT Vector Transceiver This manual provides documentation for: Keysight M9420A VXT Vector Transceiver Keysight M9421A VXT Vector Transceiver Getting Started Guide...
- Page 2 COVERING THE MATERIAL IN THIS DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH government requirements THESE TERMS, THE WARRANTY beyond those set forth in the © Keysight Technologies, Inc. TERMS IN THE SEPARATE EULA shall apply, except to the 2015-2016 AGREEMENT WILL CONTROL. extent that those terms, rights, or...
- Page 3 Keysight M9420A and M9421A VXT Vector Transceiver. Additionally, installing the required software is documented. If you have any questions after review- ing this information, please contact your local Keysight Technologies Inc. representative or contact us through our website at www.keysight.com/find/vxt...
- Page 4 URLs: http://www.keysight.com/find/vxt The documentation associated with this product is available at the M9420A/M9421A product pages on keysight.com (go to Document Library > Manuals). To receive the latest updates by email, subscribe to Keysight Email Updates at the following URL: http://www.keysight.com/find/emailupdates...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Unpack and Verify the Shipment Contents Initial Inspection Inspect for Damage Electrostatic Discharge Protection If there is a Problem Verify M9420A/M9421A Shipment Contents Instrument Information Protecting Against Overpowering Instrument Maintenance 2 Module Installation Front-Panel Overview Install the Module... - Page 6 Navigating the Signal Transceiver Application by keyboard TCP/IP Address Configuration Address Setting in Local Control Address Setting in Remote Control Troubleshooting Check the Basics Returning a Transceiver for Service Calling Keysight Technologies Locations for Keysight Technologies Read the Warranty Service Options...
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Page 9: Unpack And Verify The Shipment Contents
This section explains how to verify the shipment contents when you receive the shipment. The following topics can be found in this section: "Initial Inspection" on page 10 "Verify M9420A/M9421A Shipment Contents" on page 13 "Instrument Information" on page 14... -
Page 10: Initial Inspection
Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress. Retain the shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship the unit to another location or to Keysight Technologies for service. Inspect for Damage After unpacking a module, inspect it for any shipping damage. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately, as such damage is not covered by the warranty. - Page 11 Unpack and Verify the Shipment Contents Initial Inspection Test equipment and ESD To help reduce ESD damage that can occur while using test equipment: - Before connecting any coaxial cable to a connector for the first time each day, momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable together.
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Page 12: If There Is A Problem
- Contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office. - Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection. - If you must return a transceiver to Keysight Technologies, use the original (or comparable) shipping materials. Transceiver damage can result from using packaging materials other than those specified. -
Page 13: Verify M9420A/M9421A Shipment Contents
Unpack and Verify the Shipment Contents Verify M9420A/M9421A Shipment Contents Verify M9420A/M9421A Shipment Contents The Keysight M9420A/M9421A VXT Vector Transceiver is a module, housed in a PXIe chassis. Please verify the shipment contents according to the table below. Part Number... -
Page 14: Instrument Information
Unpack and Verify the Shipment Contents Instrument Information Instrument Information Protecting Against Overpowering The input circuitry of the transceiver can be damaged by applying signals that exceed the maximum safe input level of +30 dBm average total power or +0.2 Vdc (when DC coupled) or +50 Vdc (when AC coupled). Refer to the transceiver's specification guide for more details regarding the Maximum Safe Input Level. -
Page 15: Module Installation
M9420A, M9421A Getting Started Guide Module Installation This chapter describes the process to install the M9420A/M9421A module into a PXI express chassis and the general information of the front panel. "Front-Panel Overview" on page 16 "Install the Module" on page 19 "Reference Connection"... -
Page 16: Front-Panel Overview
Module Installation Front-Panel Overview Front-Panel Overview M9420A VXT Vector Transceiver Front Panel VXT Vector Transceiver Getting Started Guide... - Page 17 Module Installation Front-Panel Overview M9421A VXT Vector Transceiver Front Panel Item Description Remark Port Name Status LED LED indicator of the Green: Modular TRX application is running module status normally. Red: Modular TRX application has been invoked with error, error message has been logging into event viewer.
- Page 18 Module Installation Front-Panel Overview Item Description Remark Port Name Trig 1 Source Trigger port External Trigger Input, Sine or square wave – 2 V to +5 V max into 50 +16 dBm max at 0 VDC into 50 RFIO HD Half duplex port for RF Min Output Power: –150 dBm,...
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Page 19: Install The Module
- Position chassis to allow plenty of space around chassis air intake and fan exhaust. - At environment temperatures above 45°C, set chassis fan speed to high. Keysight Technologies does not warrant third-party system-level (combi- nation of chassis, controllers, modules, etc.) performance, safety, or regu- latory compliance, unless specifically stated. - Page 20 10.Position the chassis so that inlet and outlet vents are not obstructed. 11.Cover all empty chassis slots by using filler panels or air inlet modules. You can find them on the Keysight Technologies website. http://www.keysight.com/find/accessories 12.Plug in and power on the chassis.
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Page 21: Reference Connection
Module Installation Reference Connection Reference Connection An external 100MHz reference signal is required to input into VXT module. Make sure the reference signal is connected to VXT "100 MHz In" port before starting software of VXT. Keysight M9300A Reference module is recommended for inputting the reference signal. -
Page 22: Instrument Symbols
Module Installation Instrument Symbols Instrument Symbols The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to instructions in the documentation. The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community. -
Page 23: Software Installation And Licensing
Keysight VXT Vector Transceiver M9420A, M9421A Getting Started Guide Software Installation and Licensing This chapter describes how to install the VXT instrument software in Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, referred to as Windows 7. The virtual front panel of the instrument has been designed with the keys needed to navigate windows for: accessing menus, traversing in dialogs, selecting items, and depressing displayed buttons. -
Page 24: Getting Started With Vxt Software
Software Installation and Licensing Getting Started with VXT Software Getting Started with VXT Software The VXT software offers a standard IQ analyze measurement application and some additional measurement applications. Each application requires a license to execute the software. You may purchase additional licenses at a later date. The VXT software supports Windows 7 64-bit/32-bit, English Version. -
Page 25: Software Installation
Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation Software Installation To install the application software, please make sure the operating system on your controller must be Windows 7 (64-bit or 32-bit). Please refer to the procedures below to install the VXT application software in Windows 7 operating system. - Page 26 Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation 3. Click Yes to continue the installation after confirming the requirements. The installation file will be extracted as following: The installer will perform requirements check after extracting. 4G Bytes free space on Drive C: is required for software installation. If there is not enough space, the requirements check will be failed.
- Page 27 Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation 5. After uninstalling successfully, an instruction of installing modular vector signal transceiver application will be shown as following: The installation includes possible FPGA re-programming. If the AC power is interrupted during installation process, it could render your instrument inoperable.
- Page 28 Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation 6. Click "Next", a window of License Agreement will be shown as below. Please read the license agreement carefully and click I accept the term of the license agreement and click Next to continue the installation. 7.
- Page 29 Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation 8. InstallShield Wizard is ready to begin installation, click "Install" to install the Modular Vector Signal Transceiver Application: 9. The installation process will be shown as below: During installation process, some prompt boxes and windows will pop up. If any FPGA version on installed module is different with the version required by current Modular TRX, FPGA on that module will be updated during the installation pro- cess.
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Page 30: Uninstalling The Software
Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation If the installation is failed, a window will pop up with possible root causes informa- tion. Please check the message and follow the instruction to recover the installa- tion accordingly. 10.Restart the computer/controller now or later to complete the installation. •If FPGA is updated successfully during installation process, a prompt box will pop up as below. -
Page 31: If Installation Fails
Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation - User saved files - FPGA If Installation Fails If anyone of the following conditions are not met, the software installation will be failed. - Disk space is not enough 4 GB free space on drive C: is required for software installation. If there is not enough space, the requirements check will be failed. - Page 32 Software Installation and Licensing Software Installation Please right-click on the program icon, select "run as administrator" as below. - Components installation failure Software installation includes the following sub-components installation: - IO library - HPP - License manager - License service - LXI server If the components is not installed properly, the following message will be shown for issue tracking.
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Page 33: Keysight Vxt Signal Transceiver Licensing Options
Software Installation and Licensing Keysight VXT Signal Transceiver Licensing Options Keysight VXT Signal Transceiver Licensing Options How to Get a License By using the entitlement certificate (See following figure) delivered with your module or received in your email, you can log on to Keysight's License website and redeem your license now. -
Page 34: License Types
Software Installation and Licensing Keysight VXT Signal Transceiver Licensing Options 2. The Host identification information (Host ID) of the controller for software license. You can obtain controller Host ID by using Keysight License Manager or by pressing System->Show->System from Modular SA Application. - Page 35 Software Installation and Licensing Keysight VXT Signal Transceiver Licensing Options transported off instruments but are awaiting assignment to new instruments. The server will limit the number of transports per 30 day period per application license to 10. Transportable Perpetual licenses require redemption and installation of the license before the first use.
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Page 36: Licensing Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase
Software Installation and Licensing Licensing Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase Licensing Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase Additional measurement application software can be ordered after your initial purchase of the signal transceiver. Software upgrades are provided in a kit that includes an option based Entitlement Certificate and a license agreement. -
Page 37: Install License By Using License Manager
Online assistance: http://www.keysight.com/find/assist If you do not have access to the Internet, contact your local Keysight Technologies Sales and Service Office. Install License by Using License Manager For the user who is not available to use the USB storage device, the license manager can be used to install the license through network. - Page 38 Software Installation and Licensing Licensing Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase Keysight License Manager provides a graphical user interface (GUI) that gives you a visual representation of the installed licenses on your controller. The Tree View is the left pane. The selected node in the Tree View affects the displayed information in the Details View (right pane).
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Page 39: Transporting A License
Software Installation and Licensing Transporting a License Transporting a License Transportable licenses can be identified by the letters "TP" in their option designator. For example, N9082A-2TP indicates the license is transportable and perpetual. To transport this license from one controller to another, Keysight recommends that both controllers be at the same software release. -
Page 40: Launching Modular Trx Application
Keysight VXT Vector Transceiver M9420A, M9421A Getting Started Guide Launching Modular TRX Application This chapter provides the information on how to launch a Modular TRX application with topics below. "Configure Application Tool" on page 42 "Application Launcher" on page 43... -
Page 41: Configure Application Tool
Launching Modular TRX Application Configure Application Tool Configure Application Tool The program ConfigureApplications.exe on the desktop allows you to configure certain behaviors of the applications (Modes). When this program runs, it affects the behavior at Modular TRX application startup. If you run it while the Modular TRX application is running, it will take effect the next time the Modular SA application starts up. -
Page 42: Application Launcher
Launching Modular TRX Application Application Launcher Application Launcher The VXT Launcher is a tool for invoking the Modular TRX applications for one or multiple modules. It is also used to update the FPGA and install module hardware license. Before launching any application, install the VXT module into the chassis. Start Launcher Please click start Launcher from the desktop, or start it from Windows... - Page 43 Launching Modular TRX Application Application Launcher If the FPGA version is different with the version required by current Modular TRX, the FPGA on this module will be updated automatically. During the FPGA updating, a message box will be shown as following and the LED on the module will be in Fast Blink mode.
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Page 44: Launcher Features
Launching Modular TRX Application Application Launcher Launcher Features Launcher UI is shown as following for the configurations and launching. The modules shown in the list include not only the modules which have been saved in configuration file but also the modules that are not saved but currently existing in the chassis. - Page 45 Launching Modular TRX Application Application Launcher Items Description Status It indicates the status of each module as following: - Idle: The module is in Idle state, no application running or FPGA updating with the module. It can be used to launch a Modular TRX application. - Running: Modular TRX application is running with the module.
- Page 46 Launching Modular TRX Application Application Launcher Items Description There are three launch types: - Auto: If the launch type is "Auto", when you use command line to launch x application, the modular TRX application will be launched for the module. - Manual: If the launch type is "Manual", the controller will only run the Modular TRX application by pressing "Run Selected"...
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Page 47: Hardware License Installation
Launching Modular TRX Application Application Launcher Hardware License Installation Hardware license is the license that works with specified hardware features, such as "FDX", "HDX". Hardware license can only work with the module that installed the license on. Hardware license is pre-installed inside module in factory before shipment, installing HW license is only requested for HW upgrade. -
Page 48: Launching Modular Trx Application With Launcher
Launching Modular TRX Application Launching Modular TRX Application with Launcher Launching Modular TRX Application with Launcher Launch Modular TRX Application Manually Click "Run Selected" button in Launcher to launch Modular TRX Application with one or multiple modules: If multiple installed modules with "Idle" status are selected, multiple modular TRX application instances will run with each module after "Run Selected"... -
Page 49: Launch Modular Trx Application Automatically
Launching Modular TRX Application Launching Modular TRX Application with Launcher Launch Modular TRX Application Automatically Follow the steps below to configure the argument of LaunchModularTRX.exe launching Modular TRX Application automatically: 1. Right click on the LaunchModularTRX.exe icon on desktop and choose "Properties". - Page 50 Launching Modular TRX Application Launching Modular TRX Application with Launcher If the "/Auto" is added as argument, when the launcher is started, modular TRX application instances will be launched with all the installed modules with Launch Type of "Auto" that you configured last time from the Launcher UI.
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Page 51: Launch Modular Trx Application By Programming Codes
Launching Modular TRX Application Launching Modular TRX Application with Launcher Launch Modular TRX Application by Programming Codes As an execute files, you can program to launch modular TRX application by starting the launcher with correct argument. See the following example code in The argument setting could be either /Auto or PXI VISA address. -
Page 52: Running Modular Trx Application
Keysight VXT Vector Transceiver M9420A, M9421A Getting Started Guide Running Modular TRX application This chapter provides some guidelines for using a virtual front panel with the signal transceiver. "Display Annotations" on page 54 "Using Virtual Front Panel" on page 56 "Using Right-Click Menu"... -
Page 53: Display Annotations
Running Modular TRX application Display Annotations Display Annotations This section describes the display annotation as it is on the IQ Analyzer Measurement Application display. Other measurement application modes have some annotation differences. Item Description Function Keys Measurement bar - Shows general measurement All the keys in the Analyzer Setup settings and information. - Page 54 Running Modular TRX application Display Annotations Item Description Function Keys Measurement title - shows title information for the Meas current measurement, or a title that you created for View/Display, Display, Title the measurement. Settings panel - displays system information that is Local and System, I/O Config not specific to any one application.
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Page 55: Using Virtual Front Panel
Running Modular TRX application Using Virtual Front Panel Using Virtual Front Panel The VXT virtual front panel is a software equivalent of the key set, which provides the control access to instrument. In VXT, there are two virtual panel mode: attached mode and floating mode. The attached mode of virtual panel is shown as below. - Page 56 Running Modular TRX application Using Virtual Front Panel When virtual front panel is changed to "Floating" mode, the main application window and virtual front panel are shown as following: In "Floating" mode, main application window and virtual front panel window are two separated panels.
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Page 57: Unhide/Hide Soft Keys
Running Modular TRX application Using Virtual Front Panel Unhide/Hide Soft Keys There is also another configuration to unhide or hide the soft keys on Virtual Front Panel. The soft keys are hidden by default. By clicking "Hide Softkeys" on the bottom of the panel, you can unhide or hide soft keys. When soft keys are shown, Virtual Front Panel shows as following: Open Virtual Front Panel from Right-Click Menu Anytime when you close the main application window, the virtual front panel... -
Page 58: Virtual Front Panel For Multiple Modules
Running Modular TRX application Using Virtual Front Panel Virtual Front Panel for Multiple Modules When there is more than one applications running on the controller, in "Attached" mode you can easily associate the main application window and Virtual Front Panel window because there are attached together; In "Floating" mode you can also associate the main application window and Virtual Front Panel window by the window title information. -
Page 59: Virtual Front Panel Keys Definition
Running Modular TRX application Using Virtual Front Panel Virtual Front Panel Keys Definition The control keys on the Virtual Front Panel are grouped as following: When you click a button on the Virtual Front Panel, it performs the operation as following table: Item Description Name... - Page 60 Running Modular TRX application Using Virtual Front Panel Item Description Name Full Screen and • Pressing "Full Screen" key turns off the softkeys to maximize the Window Control graticule display area. Press the key again to restore the normal Keys display.
- Page 61 Running Modular TRX application Using Virtual Front Panel Item Description Name 13 Local/Cancel (Esc) If you are in remote operation, Local: " Returns instrument control from remote back to local (the front panel). " Turns the display on (if it was turned off for remote operation). "...
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Page 62: Using Right-Click Menu
Running Modular TRX application Using Right-Click Menu Using Right-Click Menu Besides the virtual front panel, you can also access the keys from Right-Click menu. If you plug in a mouse and right-click on the transceiver screen, a menu will appear as below: Placing the mouse on one of the rows marked with a right arrow symbol will cause that row to expand, as for example below where the mouse is hovered over the "Utility"... - Page 63 Running Modular TRX application Using Right-Click Menu This method can be used to access any of the front-panel keys by using a mouse. The array of keys thus available is shown below: Setup Frequency Marker Marker Span Control Trigger Peak Search Amplitude Sweep-Control Marker To...
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Page 64: Using The Interactive Help System
Running Modular TRX application Using the Interactive Help System Using the Interactive Help System To use the interactive help system of TRX applications, please click Help key on the Virtual Front Panel, or right click on your mouse and select Help from the Right-Click menu, the help screen will be displayed as following: You can navigate to any menu and by clicking on soft key, the help information of the soft key setting will be shown on the help screen. -
Page 65: Navigating The Signal Transceiver Application By Keyboard
Running Modular TRX application Navigating the Signal Transceiver Application by keyboard Navigating the Signal Transceiver Application by keyboard Besides using a mouse to navigate the application software, you can also use the keyboard connected with the controller to perform the operations. This is also useful for the user who is familiar with other X series Signal Analyzers. - Page 66 Running Modular TRX application Navigating the Signal Transceiver Application by keyboard Key code commands: Initiate the following function keys: Press these keys on the controller keyboard: the Mute checkbox under the Volume Mute Control Next Window Ctrl Shift+N Ctrl Al t+P Peak Search Ctrl Print...
- Page 67 Running Modular TRX application Navigating the Signal Transceiver Application by keyboard Key code commands: Initiate the following function keys: Press these keys on the controller keyboard: Use the - key to enter a negative value, as appropriate . (Decimal Point) .
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Page 68: Tcp/Ip Address Configuration
Running Modular TRX application TCP/IP Address Configuration TCP/IP Address Configuration VXT support the TCP/IP connection standards for LAN and HiSLIP (High-Speed LAN Instrument Protocol) instruments. In general, modern driver technology hides the details of the hardware connection from the programmer, so your instrument’s actual hardware connection is unlikely to have any significant effect on the optimal choice of programming tool, language or ADE. - Page 69 Running Modular TRX application TCP/IP Address Configuration 3. Check the box named Selected and click Run Selected to run the Modular TRX application. 4. Run Keysight Connection Expert. Click Manual Configuration. • Set Hostname or IP Address as localhost. • Set Protocol to HiSLIP and set Remote Name to hislip17 •...
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Page 70: Address Setting In Remote Control
Running Modular TRX application TCP/IP Address Configuration 5. Click Instruments on the tool bar. You will find the VXT and its TCP/IP address is TCPIP0::localhost::hislip17::INSTR. This address is used by the Automatic Test System run in controller or external PC which communicate with VXT by PCIe-PCIe bridge. - Page 71 Running Modular TRX application TCP/IP Address Configuration VXT Vector Transceiver Getting Started Guide...
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Page 72: Troubleshooting
Keysight VXT Vector Transceiver M9420A, M9421A Getting Started Guide Troubleshooting This chapter details some basic steps that may solve any problems you are experiencing with the signal transceiver. "Check the Basics" on page 74 "Returning a Transceiver for Service" on page 76 No operator serviceable parts inside. -
Page 73: Check The Basics
Troubleshooting Check the Basics Check the Basics Is there power at the receptacle? Is the power turned on? Check to see if the green LED beside the power switch is on. Also, listen for internal fan noise to determine if the chassis cooling fans are running. - Page 74 Troubleshooting Check the Basics transceiver must not be interrupted during this time. If the transceiver is interrupted during the characterization process, the characterization data will be destroyed and it will be necessary to perform the entire process again. Is the software displaying an error message? If so, refer to the Instrument Messages Guide.
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Page 75: Returning A Transceiver For Service
Returning a Transceiver for Service Returning a Transceiver for Service Calling Keysight Technologies Keysight Technologies has offices around the world to provide you with complete support for your transceiver. To obtain servicing information or to order replacement parts, contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office listed below. -
Page 76: Read The Warranty
Service Options Keysight Technologies offers several optional maintenance plans to service your transceiver after the warranty has expired. Call your Keysight Technologies office for full details. If you want to service the instrument yourself after the warranty expires, you can purchase the service documentation that provides all necessary test and maintenance information. - Page 77 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2015-2016 Edition 2, May 2016 M9420-90001 www.keysight.com...