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- Page 1 Keysight VXT PXI Vector Transceiver This manual provides documentation for: Keysight M9410A VXT PXI Vector Transceiver Keysight M9411A VXT PXI Vector Transceiver Keysight M9415A VXT PXI Vector Transceiver Source User’s Guide...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Table of Contents 1 Source Overview Source Features Modes of Operation Continuous Wave Digital Modulation 2 Basic Operation Viewing Key Descriptions Setting RF Source parameters Presetting the Source Saving and Recalling States Selecting Source Output Setting Frequency and Power (Amplitude) Example: Configuring a 700 MHz, 20 dBm Continuous Wave Output Working with Files Viewing a List of Stored Files... - Page 6 Contents Loading a Waveform Segment into ARB memory Deleting a Waveform Segment on Internal Disk Deleting a Waveform Segment from ARB memory Playing a Waveform Segment Saving a Waveform Settings & Parameters Viewing and Modifying Header Information Using Waveform Markers Waveform Marker Concepts Marker Signal Response Marker File Generation...
- Page 7 Contents Error Messages Licenses A time–based license stops working Cannot load a time–based license Contacting Keysight Technologies Source User’s Guide...
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Page 9: Source Overview
Keysight M9410A/M9411A/M9415A VXT PXI Vector Transceiver Source User’s Guide Source Overview The source in this instrument can be operated independently of the transceiver to provide arbitrary waveform generation to test wireless mobile devices. The source can also be used together with the transceiver to simultaneously test both the transmitter and receiver of a wireless device. -
Page 10: Source Features
— with Signal Studio Software, the transceiver can generate 802.11 WLAN, W–CDMA, cdma2000, 1xEV–DO, GSM, EDGE, and more. For more details on hardware, firmware, software, and documentation features and options, refer to the data sheet shipped with the transceiver and available from the Keysight Technologies website at: http://www.Keysight.com/find/m9410a http://www.Keysight.com/find/m9411a http://www.Keysight.com/find/m9415a... -
Page 11: Modes Of Operation
Source Overview Modes of Operation Modes of Operation The instrument source provides two basic modes of operation: continuous wave (CW) and digital modulation mode. Continuous Wave In this mode, the transceiver produces a CW signal. The transceiver is set to a single frequency and power level, which is set up using the RF Source tab menu. - Page 12 Source Overview Modes of Operation Source User’s Guide...
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Page 13: Basic Operation
Keysight M9410A/M9411A/M9415A VXT PXI Vector Transceiver Source User’s Guide 2 Basic Operation This chapter introduces fundamental front panel operation. For information about remote operation, refer to the Online Help or Programmer’s Guide — “Viewing Key Descriptions” on page 14 —... -
Page 14: Viewing Key Descriptions
Basic Operation Viewing Key Descriptions Viewing Key Descriptions Table 2-1 Online Help Access Press the question mark key for comprehensive help information. The online help is context-sensitive (that is, the question mark key opens to a page that is relevant to the last key you pressed). -
Page 15: Presetting The Source
Basic Operation Presetting the Source Presetting the Source Presetting the source is a method of restoring all source settings to its default values, after some or all of them have been changed. If you want to be able to return the source settings to the values they had before the preset, save the current state before you preset the source (see “Saving and Recalling States below). -
Page 16: Saving And Recalling States
Basic Operation Saving and Recalling States Saving and Recalling States The current state (including both source and analyzer settings) can be saved and later recalled. 1. Click file icon in the bottom bar, and click Save key to access the file operation window. Select State in the left side of this window. 2. -
Page 17: Setting Frequency And Power (Amplitude)
Basic Operation Setting Frequency and Power (Amplitude) Setting Frequency and Power (Amplitude) The M9410A/M9411A transceiver does not have an Automatic Level Control feature; amplitude accuracy is regulated by means of calibration for frequency and temperature variations. To set the frequency and power of the source output proceed as follows: 1. -
Page 18: Working With Files
Basic Operation Working with Files Working with Files — “Viewing a List of Stored Files” on page 18 — “Loading (Recalling) a Stored File” on page 19 The transceiver recognizes several types of files, such as state files, license files, and correction files. Files are stored in the controller internal storage. This section provides an overview of how to navigate the file menus, and how to view, store, load, and move files. -
Page 19: Storing A File
Basic Operation Working with Files Storing a File To store a file that you have set up, use the Save key as described in “Storing, Loading, and Playing a Waveform Segment” on page To store a transceiver state that you have set up and may want to re-use, use the Save key and select State from the sub-menu and select a register in which to store the state. - Page 20 Basic Operation Working with Files Source User’s Guide...
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Page 21: Optimizing Performance
Keysight M9410A/M9411A/M9415A VXT PXI Vector Transceiver Source User’s Guide 3 Optimizing Performance Before using this information, you should be familiar with the basic operation of the transceiver source. If you are not comfortable with functions such as setting the power level and frequency, refer to... -
Page 22: Using An Output Offset And Reference
Optimizing Performance Using an Output Offset and Reference Using an Output Offset and Reference Setting an Output Offset Using an output offset, the source can output a frequency or amplitude that is offset (positive or negative) from the entered value. RF Output = entered value - offset value Displayed Value = output frequency (or power) + offset value To set an offset:... -
Page 23: Setting An Output Reference
Optimizing Performance Using an Output Offset and Reference Setting an Output Reference Using an output reference, the source can output a frequency or amplitude that is offset (positive or negative) by the entered value from a chosen reference value. RF Output = reference value + entered value To set a reference: 1. -
Page 24: Using Amplitude Corrections
Optimizing Performance Using Amplitude Corrections Using Amplitude Corrections Amplitude corrections can be applied to both source and analyzer ports on the transceiver. The Amplitude Corrections arrays can be entered by the user, sent over SCPI or loaded from a file. They allow a user to correct the response of the transceiver for variations in signal paths external to the transceiver. -
Page 25: Setting Up A Corrections Table
Optimizing Performance Using Amplitude Corrections Setting up a corrections table To set up the corrections table using the front panel, from the Corrections tab, select Ed it Correction. Click Insert Row Below to start the editing. The Frequency and Amplitude keys allow you to enter a frequency and the correction in dB that you require at that frequency. - Page 26 Optimizing Performance Using Amplitude Corrections Source User’s Guide...
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Page 27: Basic Digital Operation
Keysight M9410A/M9411A/M9415A VXT PXI Vector Transceiver Source User’s Guide 4 Basic Digital Operation Before using this information, you should be familiar with the basic operation of the transceiver source. If you are not comfortable with functions such as setting power level and frequency, refer to... -
Page 28: Waveform File Basics
— A segment is a waveform file that you download to the transceiver. — A sequence is a file you create in the transceiver source that contains pointers to one or more waveform files. The current M9410A/M9411A software only supports waveform segment operation and the waveform sequence operation will be supported in future. -
Page 29: Storing, Loading, And Playing A Waveform Segment
Basic Digital Operation Storing, Loading, and Playing a Waveform Segment Storing, Loading, and Playing a Waveform Segment Before using this information, you should be familiar with the source file menus. If you are not, refer to “Working with Files” on page 18 and familiarize yourself with that information. -
Page 30: Deleting A Waveform Segment On Internal Disk
Basic Digital Operation Storing, Loading, and Playing a Waveform Segment Deleting a Waveform Segment on Internal Disk Use the following steps to delete a file on the hard disk. 1. Click file icon in the bottom bar, and click Recall key to access the recall sub-menu. -
Page 31: Saving A Waveform Settings & Parameters
Basic Digital Operation Saving a Waveform Settings & Parameters Saving a Waveform Settings & Parameters This section describes how to edit and save a file header. When you download only a waveform file (I/Q data, which the source treats as a waveform segment), the source automatically generates a file header and a marker file with the same name as the waveform file. - Page 32 Basic Digital Operation Saving a Waveform Settings & Parameters 2. Open the Header Utilities menu: In the ARB Setup menu, select Header Utilities The Figure below shows the default file header for the desired waveform. The column with text in gray shows that most of the settings are Unspecified.
- Page 33 Basic Digital Operation Saving a Waveform Settings & Parameters c.Save the current settings to the file header: Press the Save Header key. The settings from the white text column now appear in the gray text column. This saves the new current transceiver settings to the file header.
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Page 34: Using Waveform Markers
Basic Digital Operation Using Waveform Markers Using Waveform Markers The source provides four waveform markers to mark specific points on a waveform segment. When the source encounters an enabled marker, an auxiliary signal is routed to a rear panel trigger output. The marker that is routed to the TRIGGER 2 connector is selected using the Input/Output menu. -
Page 35: Marker Signal Response
Basic Digital Operation Using Waveform Markers Marker Signal Response The source aligns the marker signals with the I and Q signals at the baseband generator. However some settings such as amplitude, filters, and so forth within the RF output path can create delays between the marker TRIGGER 2 output signal and the modulated RF output. -
Page 36: Using The Pulse/Rf Blanking Marker Function
Basic Digital Operation Using Waveform Markers This example uses a sine waveform segment in the dual ARB Player. Factory–supplied segments have a marker point on the first sample point for all four markers. 1. follow the procedure on page 29 to select and load the waveform segment file you need. -
Page 37: Setting Marker Polarity
Basic Digital Operation Using Waveform Markers Marker Polarity = Positive When marker polarity is positive (the default Signal Signal setting), the RF output is blanked during the off marker points. Marker Segment Marker Polarity = Negative When marker polarity is negative, the RF Signal Signal RF output is blanked during the on marker... -
Page 38: Using The Trigger 2 Signal As A Transceiver Trigger
Basic Digital Operation Using Waveform Markers Pulse/RF Blanking always occurs on the low part of the signal regardless of the polarity setting. Using the TRIGGER 2 Signal as a Transceiver Trigger One of the uses for the TRIGGER 2 signal (marker signal) is to trigger a measurement instrument. -
Page 39: Triggering A Waveform
Basic Digital Operation Triggering a Waveform Triggering a Waveform Triggers control data transmission by controlling when the transceiver transmits the modulating signal. You can configure trigger settings so that data transmission occurs once (Single mode), or continuously (Continuous mode). A trigger signal contains both positive and negative states; you can use either for triggering. -
Page 40: Trigger Source
Basic Digital Operation Triggering a Waveform Trigger Source Trigger Source is selected by pressing the Input/Output key, followed by the Modulation Setup, ARB Setup, Basic Control, Trigger Source keys. — Key - the waveform is triggered when the Single key is pressed —... -
Page 41: Source Alignment
Basic Digital Operation Source Alignment Source Alignment Use the Alignments menu to provide a manual signal alignment of the source. When you execute an alignment of the source. The transceiver stops any sequence of the source, presets the source, and performs the alignment. Run the source alignment by pressing the System front-panel key, followed by Alignments, Align Now, Align Source. -
Page 42: Licensing
Basic Digital Operation Licensing Licensing You can create your own signal waveforms to output from the transceiver ARB using a number of methods. One of them is to use Keysight Signal Studio which is a suite of PC-based signal creation software that allows you to create customized signals for multiple radio standards. -
Page 43: Installing An Option N7650B-22X/25X Waveform 5/50-Pack Licensing
Basic Digital Operation Licensing Signal Studio waveforms can be downloaded to the instrument and placed into a waveform slot for a 48 hour trial period. This allows you to edit and reuse this slot for 48 hours. After the 48 hour time period the STATUS of this slot will be changed to LOCK REQUIRED. -
Page 44: Licensing A Source Waveform File
Basic Digital Operation Licensing Licensing a Source Waveform File 1. Create the waveform: a. Download any of the N76xxB Signal Studio software that interests you. For downloading N76xxB Signal Studio software, refer to the N76xxB Entitlement Certificate or trial website. b. -
Page 45: Waveform Licensing Interface
Basic Digital Operation Licensing Waveform Licensing Interface Click file icon in the bottom bar, and click Save key to access the file type selection menu. Select Waveform in the left column, and click Recall From File to display files on the hard disk in C:\NVARB and then, highlight the desired waveform segment. - Page 46 Basic Digital Operation Licensing The loaded waveform will be displayed with a status message of "Remaining Trial Time 48 Hours". Select the desired waveform and press Lock Waveform In Slot. A popup window asks you to confirm the lock operation; selecting OK will change the status of the waveform to "LOCKED [date]".
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Page 47: Waveform Multi-Pack Licensing Status Messages
Basic Digital Operation Licensing Waveform Multi–Pack Licensing Status Messages The following messages appear in the Waveform Multi-Pack license display in the Status column. The table below shows the meaning of the entries in the Status column. Table 4-1 Waveform Multi–Pack Licensing Status Messages Status Message Meaning Notes... -
Page 48: Other Menu Functions Under Multi-Pack Licenses
Basic Digital Operation Licensing Other menu functions under Multi–Pack Licenses — Replace Waveform: This key allows you to replace the waveform in the selected slot during the 48 hour trial period. — Clear Waveform from Slot: This key clears the waveform name from a used slot so that the name can be used in another slot. -
Page 49: Troubleshooting
“RF Output” on page 50 —“No RF Output —“Power Supply Shuts Down —“No Modulation at the RF Output —“RF Output Power too Low — “Error Messages” on page 51 — “Licenses” on page 51 — “Contacting Keysight Technologies” on page 52... -
Page 50: Rf Output
If the power supply does not work, it requires repair or replacement. If you are unable to service the transceiver, send the transceiver to an Keysight service center for repair (see “Contacting Keysight Technologies” on page 52). No Modulation at the RF Output Check the Modulation On/Off key, and ensure it is set to on. - Page 51 Troubleshooting Error Messages — Check to see if power reference is set and turned on and if necessary, turn off the reference mode 1.Choose Input/Output from the drop-down panel followed by Amplitude Setup key of RF Source tab. Press Power Ref to set to Off. 2.Reset the output power to the desired level.
- Page 52 Troubleshooting Contacting Keysight Technologies Contacting Keysight Technologies — assistance with test and measurements needs, and information on finding a local Keysight office: http://www.Keysight.com/find/assist — accessories, documentation, or new firmware releases: www.keysight.com/find/m9410a If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your field engineer.
- Page 53 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2018-2021 Edition 1, July 2021 M9410-90010 www.keysight.com...