Page 1 MX269018A Analog Measurement Software/ MS2830A/MS2840A Signal Analyzer Analog Signal Generator Operation Manual 22nd Edition • For safety and warning information, please read this manual before attempting to use the equipment. • Additional safety and warning information is provided within the MS2830A Signal Analyzer Operation Manual (Mainframe: Operation) or MS2840A Signal Analyzer Operation Manual (Mainframe: Operation).
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Page 9: About This Manual
About This Manual  Composition of Operation Manuals This operation manual is for MX269018A Analog Measurement Software (Operation) are comprised as shown in the figure below. MS2830A Signal Analyzer MS2840A Signal Analyzer Operation Manual Operation Manual (Main Frame Operation) (Main Frame Operation)
Page 10 • MX269018A Analog Measurement Software Operation Manual (Remote Control) This manual describes how to use the MX269018A Analog Measurement Software and MS2830A, MS2840A signal analyzer analog signal generator via remote command. As for MS2830A, MS2840A signal analyzer application's basic remote control functions and its definitions of common commands, refer to “MS2690A/MS2691A/MS2692A and MS2830A/MS2840A/MS2850A...
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents About This Manual..........I Chapter 1 Outline ..........1-1 Product Overview ............1-2 Product Composition ............ 1-3 Product Specifications ..........1-5 Chapter 2 Preparation ........2-1 Part Names ..............2-2 Signal Path Setup ............2-14 Application Startup and Selection ....... 2-15 Initialization and Calibration ........
Page 12 Chapter 5 Other Functions ....... 5-1 Selecting Other Functions ..........5-2 Setting Title ..............5-2 Erasing Warmup Message ........... 5-2 Appendix A Error Message ......A-1 Appendix B Default Value List ......B-1...
Page 13: Chapter 1 Outline
Chapter 1 Outline This chapter provides an overview and describes the product configuration of the MX269018A Analog Measurement Software. Product Overview ............1-2 Product Composition ............ 1-3 1.2.1 Standard composition ........1-3 1.2.2 Applicable parts ..........1-3 1.2.3 Options ............. 1-4 Product Specifications ..........
Page 14: Product Overview
• Audio signal output for TX measurement (Audio Generator) • Audio signal measurement (Audio Analyzer) To use the function of signal output for RX measurement of MX269018A, either one of the following hardware options of MS2830A or MS2840A is required.
Page 15: Product Composition
Analog Measurement Software Application software, Accessories — Installation CD-ROM operation manual CD-ROM 1.2.2 Applicable parts Table 1.2.2-1 lists the applicable parts for MX269018A. They are sold separately. Table 1.2.2-1 Applicable Parts Model/Symbol Product Name Remarks MX269018A Analog Measurement Software/ English,...
Page 16: Options
Chapter 1 Outline 1.2.3 Options MS2830A mainframe options for signal output function of MX269018A are described in Table 1.2.3-1. They are sold separately. Table 1.2.3-1 Options (MS2830A) Option No. Product Name Remarks MS2830A-018 Audio Analyzer Option for audio measurement MS2830A-020 3.6GHz Vector Signal Generator...
Page 17: Product Specifications
Product Specifications 1.3 Product Specifications When MS2830A, MS2840A is used, this software’s specification is specified by the condition below, unless otherwise noted. Attenuator Mode: Mechanical Atten Only Nominal values are for designing and do not guarantee performance as standard values. Typ.
Page 18: Mx269018A Product Specifications
Chapter 1 Outline 1.3.1 MX269018A Product Specifications Table 1.3.1-1 shows the specifications of MX269018A. Transmitter power measurement specification is specified, when MS2840A or MS2830A-062/066 Low Phase Noise Performance option is installed. Table 1.3.1-1 MX269018A Product Specifications Items Specifications Transmitter power measurement Target signal FM, φ...
Page 19 Product Specifications Table 1.3.1-1 MX269018A Product Specifications (Cont’d) Items Specifications φM measurement φM measurement performance is defined in the following conditions. 100 kHz ≤ frequency ≤ 2700 MHz φM Deviation 0 to (20 kHz/modulation frequency [Hz]) rad Demodulation frequency range 20 Hz to 20 kHz φM deviation accuracy...
Page 20 Chapter 1 Outline Table 1.3.1-1 MX269018A Product Specifications (Cont’d) Items Specifications Received power measurement MS2830A: The function is enabled when the MS2830A-088/188 Analog Signal Generator option is installed when the MS2830A-020/120/021/121 Vector Signal Generator option and MS2830A-029/129 Analog Function Extension option for Vector Signal Generator is installed.
Page 21 Product Specifications Table 1.3.1-1 MX269018A Product Specifications (Cont’d) Items Specifications φM Modulation φM deviation setting range Settable with the range of 0 to 50.0 rad (internal modulation frequency × phase deviation) < 100 k φM deviation setting resolution 0.01 rad φM deviation accuracy...
Page 22: Ms2830A-029/129/088/188/189
Chapter 1 Outline 1.3.2 MS2830A-029/129/088/188/189 Product Specifications Table 1.3.2-1 lists the specifications for the MS2830A-029/129/088/188/189. Table 1.3.2-1 MS2830A-029/129/088/188/189 Product Specifications Items Specifications Function and performance The following specifications are added to the specifications of the MS2830A-020/120/021/121 and MS2830A-022/122 installed. Frequency Range MS2830A-088/188/189: 100 kHz to 3.6 GHz MS2830A-029/129: Lower limit frequency: 100 kHz.
Page 23: Product Specifications
Product Specifications 1.3.4 MS2830A-018/118 Product Specifications When the MS2830A-018/118 is installed, Audio Analyzer and Audio Generator functions are available. Table 1.3.4-1 shows the specifications. Table 1.3.4-1 MS2830A-018/118 Product Specifications Items Specifications Audio Analyzer Measurement Function Amplitude, frequency, THD,THD+N,SINAD Analog Measurement Below is the specifications for the single tone measurement.
Page 24 Chapter 1 Outline Table 1.3.4-1 MS2830A-018/118 Product Specifications (Cont’d) Items Specifications Audio Generator Analog Measurement Below is the specifications for the single tone measurement. Connection Type Balance: 1/4 inch phone jack (3 poles, φ6.3 mm) Unbalance: BNC-J Interface Balance: 100/600 Ω (AC coupling, Nominal) Unbalance: 50/600 Ω...
Page 25 Product Specifications Table 1.3.4-1 MS2830A-018/118 Product Specifications (Cont’d) Items Specifications Others Crosstalk Crosstalk from Audio Generator to Audio Analyzer > 80 dB Banana jack (φ4.0 mm, 30 V max, 500 mA max) Audio Function Connector D-Sub 15 (jack) Function Open Collector: 1 (5 V, 100 mA max) TTL output: TTL input: 1-13...
Page 26 Chapter 1 Outline 1-14.
Page 27: Chapter 2 Preparation
Chapter 2 Preparation This chapter describes the preparations required for using the application MS2830A Signal Analyzer Operation Manual you are using. Refer to (Mainframe Operation) MS2840A Signal Analyzer Operation Manual (Mainframe Operation) for common features of the MS2830A or MS2840A not included in this manual.
Page 28: Part Names
Chapter 2 Preparation 2.1 Part Names This section describes the panel keys for operating this application and connectors used to connect external devices. For general points of caution, MS2830A Signal Analyzer Operation Manual (Mainframe refer to Operation) or MS2840A Signal Analyzer Operation Manual (Mainframe Operation) 2.1.1 Front panel...
Page 29 Part Names Save key Press to save parameter file. Cal key Press to display the Calibration menu. Local key Press to return to local operation from remote control via GPIB, Ethernet, or USB (B), and enable panel settings. Remote lamp Lights when in remote-control state.
Page 30 Chapter 2 Preparation Main function keys 1 Press to set or execute main functions. Executable functions vary with the current application. When nothing happens with the press, it indicates that the application in use does not support the key. Press to set frequency parameters. Press to set level parameters.
Page 31 Part Names Rotary knob/Cursor keys/Enter key/Cancel key The rotary knob and cursor keys select display items or change settings. Press to set the entered or selected data. Press to cancel input or selected data. Shift key Operates keys with functions in blue characters on panel. Press the Shift key so the key lamp is green and then press the target key.
Page 32 Chapter 2 Preparation RF Output connector (MS2830A-020/120/021/121, MS2840A-020/120/021/121) Outputs RF signal, when the Vector Signal Generator option is installed. This is not available when the MS2830A-044/045, MS2840A-044/046 is installed. USB connector (type A) Connect the accessory USB keyboard, mouse or USB memory. Modulation control key (MS2830A-020/120/021/121, MS2840A-020/120/021/121) Press...
Page 33: Rear Panel
Part Names 2.1.2 Rear panel This section describes the rear-panel connectors. 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 Figure 2.1.2-1 Rear panel Ref Input connector (reference frequency signal input connector) Inputs external reference frequency signal (5 MHz/10 MHz/13 MHz). It is for inputting reference frequency signals with higher accuracy than the instrument’s internal reference signal, or for synchronizing the frequency of the mainframe to that of other equipment.
Page 34 Chapter 2 Preparation AUX connector This is a complex connector for inputting an error rate measurement signal and inputting a baseband clock reference signal of the Vector Signal Generator (optional). See Table 2.1.2-1, for the internal pin assignment of the AUX connector. Table 2.1.2-1 AUX connector Function Pin Number...
Page 35 Part Names Monitor Out connector Monitor Out Connects external display. AC inlet Supplies power. SA Trigger Input connector This is a BNC connector used to input the external trigger signal (TTL) for the SPA or SA application. SG Trigger Input connector This is a BNC connector used to input the external trigger signal (TTL) for the vector signal generator option.
Page 36 Chapter 2 Preparation AF Input connector (unbalanced) BNC connector to input unbalanced AF signal from external device. This is mounted on the unit in which the MS2830A-018/118 is installed. Impedance: 100 kΩ (AC coupling, Nominal) Input Range: 1 mVrms to 25 Vrms (30 Vrms MAX) AF Input connector (balanced) 1/4 inch phone jack (3 poles, 6.3 mm) connector to input balanced AF signal from external device.
Page 37 Part Names General Input/Output (Audio Function) connector D-Sub 15 connector for general purpose input/output from/to the external device. This is mounted on the unit in which the MS2830A-018/118 is installed. Table 2.1.2-2 Audio Function connector Function Pin Number Signal Name RSV (Reserved) RSV (Reserved) Audio...
Page 38 Chapter 2 Preparation AF Output connector (balanced) 1/4 inch phone jack (3 poles, 6.3 mm) connector to output balanced AF signal to external device. This is mounted on the unit in which the MS2830A-018/118 is installed. 100 Ω/600 Ω (AC coupling, Nominal) Impedance: Table 2.1.2-4 Output Range (Balance, Output Impedance: 600 Ω) Function...
Page 39 Part Names Figure 2.1.2-4 shows an example of connection between the DUT and the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer. Either “unbalanced connector” or “balanced connector” can be used for AF input-output connector according to the DUT. Unbal Unbal Max30V 100kΩ 50Ω/600Ω MS2830A AF Output Unbal MIC IN...
Page 40: Signal Path Setup
Chapter 2 Preparation 2.2 Signal Path Setup As shown in Figure 2.2-1, connect the mainframe and the DUT using an RF cable, so that the signal to be tested is input to the RF Input connector. CAUTION Do not input a signal that has an excessive level to MS2830A, MS2840A.
Page 41: Application Startup And Selection
Application Startup and Selection 2.3 Application Startup and Selection To use this application, it is necessary to load (start up) and select the application. 2.3.1 Launching application The application startup procedure is described below. Note: The XXX indicates the application name currently in use. ■...
Page 42: Initialization And Calibration
Chapter 2 Preparation 2.4 Initialization and Calibration This section describes the parameter settings and the preparations required before starting measurement. 2.4.1 Initialization After selecting this application, first perform initialization. Initialization should be performed in order to return the settable parameters to their default settings.
Page 43: Chapter 3 Measurement
Chapter 3 Measurement This section describes the measurement function, the parameter contents and the setting methods for this application. Usage Precautions ............3-3 3.1.1 Signal generator function ......... 3-3 3.1.2 Demodulation monitor and AF monitor function ............. 3-3 Basic Operation ............3-7 3.2.1 Screen layout ............
Page 44 Chapter 3 Measurement 3.10 Setting Terminals for External Device Control ..3-102...
Page 45: Usage Precautions
Application Switch after the SG application level is raised and the output is On. The output frequency and RF output level for the Signal Generator of the MX269018A are set to the measurement parameters Rx Frequency and Output Level respectively. 3.1.2...
Page 46 The setting is available for the MS2830A and MS2840A with the factory-installed BlasterX Acoustic Engine Pro Drivers for the A0086C. Also, the MX269018A Analog Measurement Software is required. MS2830A/MS2840A desktop display Right-click on the mouse in an arbitrary place of the MS2830A/MS2840A screen.
Page 47 Usage Precautions Setting Sound Connect the A0086C as in Figure 3.1.2-1. Open the Windows Start menu on the bottom left and select Control Panel > Sound. When “Sound BlasterX G5” is displayed as Speakers on the Playback tab as the following figure, select the icon. Then click the Properties button on the bottom right corner.
Page 48 Chapter 3 Measurement 3.1.2.1 When Audio Analyzer Option is installed When the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is installed, the speaker is built-in the MS2830A. MS2840A does not support the Audio Analyzer option. When selecting FM modulation in TX measurement mode for continuous measurement, demodulated FM signal can be output from the speaker.
Page 49: Basic Operation
Screen layout This section describes the screen layout of this application. The MX269018A has two types of screen: TX mode screen for transmission measurement and RX mode screen for reception measurement. The screens of TX mode and RX mode vary depending on the installed option.
Page 50 Chapter 3 Measurement Function menu Displays the functions executable with function keys. AF Measure Result (TX-AF) window Displays the frequency, level, distortion factor, and graph of demodulated AF signals. Setting Display Mode can narrow down the items to display. 3.4.8.3 Setting Display Mode Meter Displays the measurement results.
Page 51 Basic Operation Measurement parameter Displays the specified parameter. Status message Displays signal status. Result window Displays the measurement results for frequency, level, and modulation index of RF input signals. Function menu Displays the functions executable with function keys. AF Measure Result (TX-AF) window Displays the frequency, level, distortion factor, and graph of demodulated AF signals.
Page 52 Chapter 3 Measurement 3.2.1.3 RX mode screen Under the following conditions, selecting RX mode displays the screen below. ● The Analog Signal Generator (MS2830A-088/188, MS2840A-088/188) or the Analog Function Extension Option for Vector Signal Generator (MS2830A-029/129, MS2840A-029/129) is installed. ● The MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is not installed, MS2840A. Figure 3.2.1.3-1 RX Mode Screen Measurement parameter Displays the specified parameter.
Page 53 Basic Operation 3.2.1.4 RX mode (Audio Analyzer) screen Under the following conditions, selecting RX mode displays the screen below. ● Neither the Analog Signal Generator (MS2830A-088/188) nor the Analog Function Extension Option for Vector Signal Generator (MS2830A-029/129) is installed. ● The MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is installed. Figure 3.2.1.4-1 Audio Analyzer Screen Measurement parameter Displays the specified parameter.
Page 54 Chapter 3 Measurement Meter Displays the measurement results. Figure 3.2.1.5-2 Setting Meter examples 3.9.4 Setting Meter 3.2.1.5 RX mode (Audio Analyzer) + RF Signal Generator screen Under the following conditions, selecting RX mode displays the screen below. ● The Analog Signal Generator (MS2830A-088/188) or the Analog Function Extension Option for Vector Signal Generator (MS2830A-029/129) is installed.
Page 55 Basic Operation AF Measure Result window Displays the frequency, level, distortion factor, and graph of AF input signals. Function menu Displays the functions executable with function keys. RF Signal Generator window Displays the specified AF signals and the specified frequency, level, modulation rate of RF output signals.
Page 56: Main Function Menu
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.2.2 Main function menu 3.2.2.1 TX mode screen This section explains the main function menu of TX mode screen when the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is not installed or MS2840A. Figure 3.2.2.1-1 Main Function Menu (TX Mode) Table 3.2.2.1-1 Main Function Menu (TX Mode) Explanation Menu Display Function Sets continuous or single measurement mode.
Page 57: Setting Measurement Mode
Basic Operation Table 3.2.2.1-1 Main Function Menu (TX Mode) Explanation (Cont’d) Menu Display Function Sets whether to set averaging. Average 3.4.6 “Setting averaging” Sets marker. Marker 3.4.7 “Setting marker” Performs settings for other functions. Accessory 5.1 “Selecting Other Functions” 3.2.2.2 TX mode + Audio Generator screen This section explains the main function menu when the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is installed.
Page 58 Chapter 3 Measurement Table 3.2.2.2-1 Description of Main Function Menu (TX Mode + Audio Generator) (Cont’d) Menu Display Function Sets filter. Filter Setting 3.4.4 “Setting filter” Sets the graphs of Time Domain and Frequency Domain. Graph Setting 3.4.8 “Setting AF Measure Result (TX-AF) graph” Sets Audio Generator.
Page 59 Basic Operation 3.2.2.3 RX mode screen This section explains the main function menu on the RX mode screen under the following conditions. ● The Analog Signal Generator (MS2830A-088/188, MS2840A-088/188) or the Analog Function Extension Option for Vector Signal Generator (MS2830A-029/129, MS2840A-029/129) is installed. ●...
Page 60 Chapter 3 Measurement Table 3.2.2.3-1 Main Function Menu (RX Mode) Explanation (Cont’d) Menu Display Function Restarts transmission output of modulation Signal Output wave signal. Repeat 3.8.1 “Setting modulation wave signal” Sets modulation for output signal. Signal Modulation 3.8.1 “Setting modulation wave signal” Sets signal output On/Off.
Page 61 Basic Operation Table 3.2.2.4-1 Description of RX Mode Main Function Menu (Audio Analyzer Screen) Menu Display Function Sets the measurement mode. Mode 3.3 “Setting Measurement Mode” Performs settings for Audio Analyzer. Audio Analysis 3.9 “Audio Analyzer Function” Sets whether to set averaging. Setting items are the same as TX mode.
Page 62 Chapter 3 Measurement 3.2.2.5 RX mode (Audio Analyzer) + RF Signal Generator screen This section explains the main function menu on the RX mode screen under the following conditions. ● The Analog Signal Generator (MS2830A-088/188) or the Analog Function Extension Option for Vector Signal Generator (MS2830A-029/129) is installed.
Page 63 Basic Operation Table 3.2.2.5-1 Description of RX Mode Main Function Menu (Audio Analyzer +RF Signal Generator Screen) Menu Display Function Sets the measurement mode. Mode 3.3 “Setting Measurement Mode” Sets the frequency. Frequency 3.7.1 “Setting frequency” Sets the level. Amplitude 3.7.2 “Setting level”...
Page 64: Performing Measurement
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.2.3 Performing measurement There are two measurement modes: single and continuous. Measurement is performed once in the single measurement mode, and continuously in the continuous measurement mode. Single Measurement Items are measured only for the measurement count (Storage Count) before measurement is stopped.
Page 65: Setting Measurement Mode
Setting Measurement Mode 3.3 Setting Measurement Mode This section describes switching of measurement mode. Pressing (Mode) in the main function menu switches the measurement mode. Mode ■ Summary Sets the measurement mode. Switch to the TX measurement mode for transmission measurement. Switch to the RX measurement mode for reception measurement.
Page 66: Tx Measurement Mode
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4 TX Measurement Mode This measurement mode is for the radio transmission test. Parameters can be set for measurement of signals input to the RF Input connector of this instrument. RX measurement mode parameters of RX Frequency and Output Level can be set even in the TX measurement mode.
Page 67 TX Measurement Mode Auto Detect Range Setting - Range n* ■ Summary Enables or disables the range selected by Edit Number. ■ Options Auto Detect searches in the frequency range specified by Range n*. Auto Detect skips the search in the frequency range specified by Range n*.
Page 68 Chapter 3 Measurement Auto Adjust Range ■ Summary Executes Adjust Range automatically when the signal frequency is detected by Auto Detect. ■ Options Automatically sets the Input Level according to the input signal level when the signal frequency is detected by Auto Detect. Not automatically set the Input Level when the signal frequency is detected by Auto Detect.
Page 69: Setting Level
TX Measurement Mode 3.4.2 Setting level This section describes the level- related settings. Pressing (Amplitude) in the main function menu displays the TX Amplitude function menu. In addition, pressing displays the TX Amplitude function menu. Input Level ■ Summary Sets the level of signal input from the target for transmission measurement.
Page 70 Chapter 3 Measurement Input Offset Value ■ Summary This sets the level correction coefficient. ■ Setting range –100.00 to 100.00 dB ■ Setting example Attenuator Mainframe 40 dBm Output 30 dB Input Level 40 dBm 10 dBm Offset Value 30 dB Output Level ■...
Page 71: Setting Measurement Items
TX Measurement Mode Output Offset ■ Summary Turns on/off the Offset function. ■ Options Enables the offset function. Disables the offset function. Output Offset Value ■ Summary This sets the level correction coefficient. ■ Setting range –100.00 to 100.00 dB 3.4.3 Setting measurement items This section describes the settings for the measurement items.
Page 72 Chapter 3 Measurement RF Power Set Reference ■ Summary Adds the display of relative value results as the RF Power measurement results. The RF Power measurement result at the point when this setting is turned On is assumed to be the reference (0 dB), and the relative values of the subsequent RF Power measurement results are displayed.
Page 73 TX Measurement Mode AF Level Set Reference ■ Summary Adds the display of relative value results as the AF Power measurement results. Using the AF Power measurement result as a 0 dB reference (when this function is set to On), this displays the relative value results of subsequent AF Power measurements.
Page 74 Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.3.1 Setting AF Frequency Reference This section describes the settings for AF Frequency Reference. Press (AF Frequency Reference Setting) on the Modulation Setting Function menu to display the AF Frequency Reference Function menu. AF Frequency Reference ■ Summary Sets whether to refer to the reference frequency.
Page 75 TX Measurement Mode 3.4.3.2 Setting Meter This section describes the meter settings for Distortion (distortion factor), SINAD (Signal-to-Noise and Distortion Ratio), THD (Total Harmonic Distortion), and Deviation. Press (Meter Settings) on the Modulation Setting Function menu to display the Meter Settings Function menu. Select one of Distortion, SINAD, THD, and Deviation and perform settings for distortion factor measurement.
Page 76 Chapter 3 Measurement Range2 ■ Summary Sets Range2 for meter. Enabled when Meter is set to On. ■ Setting range When the unit is dB: 0.0 to 100.0 dB When the unit is %: 0.0 to 10000.00% Deflection View ■ Summary Selects whether to display the deflection view on the meter.
Page 77 TX Measurement Mode ■ Setting range When the unit is dB: 0.0 to 100.0 dB When the unit is %: 0.0 to 10000.0% Meter ■ Summary Displays/hides the meter display. ■ Options Displays the meter. Hides the meter. Unit ■ Summary Sets the unit for meter.
Page 78 Chapter 3 Measurement Range1 ■ Summary Sets Range1 for meter. Enabled when Meter is set to On. ■ Setting range When the unit is Hz: 0.0 to 1000.0000 kHz When the unit is %: 0.0 to 10000.0% Range2 ■ Summary Sets Range2 for meter.
Page 79 TX Measurement Mode ■ Options Makes a pass/fail judgment on the measurement results by deflection view. Does not make a pass/fail judgment on the measurement results by deflection view. Pass Range ■ Summary Sets a pass range for the deflection view on the meter. Enabled when Deflection View is On and Meter is On.
Page 80 Chapter 3 Measurement Deviation Type ■ Summary Sets Deviation type displayed on the Deviation meter. ■ Options Displays the Deviation RMS result Peak+ Displays the Deviation Peak+ result Peak– Displays the Deviation Peak– result (Pk-Pk)/2 Displays the Deviation (Pk-Pk)/2 result 3.4.3.3 Setting for trace Refer to 3.4.8 “Setting AF Measure Result (TX-AF) graph”.
Page 81 TX Measurement Mode Start Frequency ■ Summary Sets Start Frequency for distortion factor measurement. ■ Setting range 10 Hz to Manual Frequency set value for distortion factor measurement Stop Frequency ■ Summary Sets Stop Frequency for distortion factor measurement. ■ Setting range Manual Frequency set value for distortion factor measurement to 60000 Hz Unit...
Page 82: Setting Filter
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.4 Setting filter This section describes the settings for the filter. Pressing (Filter Setting) in the main function menu displays the Filter Setting function menu. ■ Summary Executes the band filtering with High Pass Filter for the AF signal demodulated according to the modulation method for the transmission measurement.
Page 83 TX Measurement Mode 1st-Filter De-Emphasis ■ Summary Executes De-Emphasis for the demodulated AF signal on FM modulation measurement of the transmission measurement. ■ Options Does not use De-Emphasis Filter. 750 us Uses De-Emphasis Filter of 750 s. 500 us Uses De-Emphasis Filter of 500 s 75 us Uses De-Emphasis Filter of 75 s 50 us...
Page 84: Setting Demodulation Monitor
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.5 Setting demodulation monitor 3.4.5.1 When USB audio device is connected This section describes the settings for the demodulation monitor. Pressing (Monitor Out) in the main function menu starts outputting the demodulated AF signal. When MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is not installed or MS2840A, "running monitor…"...
Page 85 TX Measurement Mode Monitor Volume ■ Summary Sets the AF signal output level. The value can be changed by the rotary knob. When changed by the rotary knob, the Monitor Volume value is displayed at the upper part of the window as Figure 3.4.5.1-2. Figure 3.4.5.1-2 Monitor Volume Change Note: The value can be changed by the rotary knob when a parameter is...
Page 86: Setting Averaging
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.6 Setting averaging This section describes the settings for the measurement results averaging. Pressing (Average) on Page 2 of the main function menu displays the Average function menu. Average ■ Summary Sets the storage mode. ■ Options Updates the data for every measurement.
Page 87 Graph Select is set to Frequency and Frequency Domain is set to On. Note: When Frequency Domain is On, the marker resolution depends on the Time Range value. For details, refer to the MX269018A Analog Measurement Software Operation Manual (Remote Control) 3-45...
Page 88: Setting Af Measure Result (Tx-Af) Graph
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.8 Setting AF Measure Result (TX-AF) graph This section describes the graph settings in the AF Measurement Result (TX-AF) window. Pressing (Graph Setting) on the main function menu, (Trace) on Page 2 of the Modulation Analysis function menu, or displays the Trace function menu.
Page 89 TX Measurement Mode Minimum Range ■ Summary Sets the minimum range of the vertical scale (Y-axis) in the Time Domain graph. This setting is enabled when Scale Mode is set to Auto. ■ Options ±500 kHz Sets the minimum range of the vertical scale to ±500 kHz. ±100 kHz Sets the minimum range of the vertical scale to ±100 kHz.
Page 90 Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.8.2 Setting Frequency Domain graph This section describes the settings for the Frequency Domain graph. Press (Frequency Domain Setting) on the Trace Function menu to display the Frequency Domain Setting Function menu. The setting is enabled when Frequency Domain is set to On. Window Function ■...
Page 91 TX Measurement Mode 20 kHz Sets the minimum value of the X-axis scale to 20 kHz. 30 kHz Sets the minimum value of the X-axis scale to 30 kHz. Stop Freq ■ Summary Sets the maximum frequency for X-axis on the Frequency Domain graph.
Page 92 Chapter 3 Measurement Bottom Level ■ Summary Sets the bottom level of the Y-axis on the Frequency Domain graph. ■ Setting range For FM modulation: 0.0001 to (setting value of Top Level/1.4125375) Hz For AM modulation: 0.0001 to (setting value of Top Level/1.4125375) % For M modulation: 0.0001 to (setting value of Top Level/1.4125375) rad Note:...
Page 93 TX Measurement Mode 3.4.8.3 Setting Display Mode This section describes the settings of the items on the Result window and AF Measurement Result (TX-AF) window. Press (Display Mode) on the Trace function menu to display the Display Mode function menu. ■...
Page 94 Chapter 3 Measurement ■ Options 1 Hz Displays the RF Frequency result in 1 Hz. 0.1 Hz Displays the RF Frequency result in 0.1 Hz. 0.01 Hz Displays the RF Frequency result in 0.01 Hz. RF Power (W/mW) Resolution ■ Summary Sets the resolution of RF Power measurement results.
Page 95 TX Measurement Mode Deviation (Hz) Resolution ■ Summary Sets the resolution of the Deviation measurement result on the AF Measurement Result (TX-AF) window. ■ Options 1 Hz Displays the Deviation result in 1 Hz. 0.1 Hz Displays the Deviation result in 0.1 Hz. 0.01 Hz Displays the Deviation result in 0.01 Hz.
Page 96: Display Result
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.9 Display result The Result window displays analysis result of RF signal. Figure 3.2.1.1-1 TX Mode Screen Figure 3.4.9-1 Result Window (For FM Modulation) RF Frequency ■ Summary Displays the difference [MHz and ppm] of the carrier frequency of measured signal [MHz] and the frequency setting value of TX Frequency.
Page 97 TX Measurement Mode Radian ■ Summary Displayed when Modulation is set to M. Displays the +Peak, –Peak, (+Peak to –Peak)/2, and RMS result of phase transition of measured signal in radian unit. Displays the Average and Max. Hold results when Average is set to It is not displayed when Display Mode is Carrier.
Page 98: Displaying Af Measure Result (Tx-Af)
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.4.10 Displaying AF Measure Result (TX-AF) The AF Measure Result (TX-AF) window displays the analysis result of modulation signal. Figure 3.2.1.1-1 TX Mode Screen It is not displayed when Display Mode is Carrier. 3.4.8.3 Setting Display Mode Figure 3.4.10-1 AF Measure Result (TX-AF) Window AF Frequency ■...
Page 99 TX Measurement Mode Distortion* ■ Summary Displays the Distortion measurement results. 3.4.3.4 “Settings for distortion factor measurement” SINAD* ■ Summary Displays the SINAD measurement results. 3.4.3.4 “Settings for distortion factor measurement” THD* ■ Summary Displays the THD measurement results. 3.4.3.4 “Settings for distortion factor measurement” When Display Mode is Modulation, any one of Distortion, SINAD or THD is displayed.
Page 100: Audio Generator Function
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.5 Audio Generator Function When the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is installed, the MS2830A can output AF signals in TX measurement mode (Audio Generator function). 3.5.1 Setting Audio Generator Press (Audio Generator Setting) in the main function menu to display the Audio Generator Setting function menu.
Page 101 Audio Generator Function ■ Setting range When Output Type is Bal.: 0.001 to 12.400 Vrms When Output Type is Unbal.: 0.001 to 6.200 Vrms Output Tone2 ■ Summary Sets the Tone2 to On/Off. This setting is enabled when Waveform is set to Tones. ■...
Page 102 Chapter 3 Measurement Tone3 Freq ■ Summary Sets the frequency of Tone3. This setting is enabled when Waveform is set to Tones. ■ Setting range 10.0 to 50000.0 Hz Tone3 Level ■ Summary Sets the Tone3 level. This setting is enabled when Waveform is set to Tones. ■...
Page 103 Audio Generator Function DCS Polarity ■ Summary Sets the polarity of DCS signal output. This setting is enabled when Waveform is set to Tones+DCS. ■ Options Normal Outputs DCS signals without inverting polarity. Inverted Outputs DCS signal inverting polarity. Output Noise ■...
Page 104 Chapter 3 Measurement Level Offset ■ Summary Sets the level adjustment coefficient of the Noise signal output. This setting is enabled when Waveform is set to Noise. ■ Setting range –20.0 to 20.0 dB Offset ■ Summary Enables/disables the offset function of the Noise signal output. The setting is available when Waveform is set to Noise.
Page 105 Audio Generator Function Length ■ Summary Sets the DTMF signal length. This setting is enabled when Waveform is set to DTMF. ■ Setting range 1 to 2000 ms Send Once ■ Summary Outputs the DTMF signal once. This setting is enabled when Waveform is set to DTMF. Output Type ■...
Page 106 Chapter 3 Measurement Output Impedance Reference ■ Summary Sets the impedance reference used for converting power to dBm. When the output level is set in power, specify the impedance value of the DUT to connect to the Audio Generator. The output level of the Audio Generator can be set in either voltage or power.
Page 107 Audio Generator Function AF Output Unit ■ Summary Sets the AF signal output unit. ■ Options Sets the unit to mV. V  Sets the unit to V. dBm  Sets the unit to dBm. The below table shows the waveform signal units corresponding to the AF output units.
Page 108: Setting Ptt
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.5.2 Setting PTT This section describes the PTT (Push to Talk) setting. Press (PTT) in the main function menu to enable/disable PTT. When PTT is On, press twice to turn it Off. Additionally, when the measurement mode is changed from RX mode to TX mode, PTT is automatically set to Off.
Page 109: Audio Generator Function
Audio Generator Function Note: The operation [1] and [2] are available when no parameter is selected (See Figure 3.5.3-1). Press to deselect the selected parameter. Displaying PTT state Displays whether PTT is On or Off. It is highlighted in orange when PTT is On, and it is in grey when PTT is Off.
Page 110: Simultaneous Use With Other Applications
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.6 Simultaneous Use With Other Applications When the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is installed, the Audio Generator function and other applications (Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Analyzer, etc.) can be used simultaneously. Input audio signal in the DUT and measure occupation bandwidth or spurious using Spectrum Analyzer.
Page 111: Simultaneous Use With Other Applications
Simultaneous Use With Other Applications [2]-1 [2]-2 Figure 3.6-1 Simultaneous Use with Other Applications (Downsized Audio Generator Window) Other application window Displays the application previously used. Audio Generator window Displays the downsized Audio Generator window. The display can be changed and the parameters can be set by using the rotary knob, Cursor key, Enter key, and Cancel key.
Page 112: Rx Measurement Mode
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.7 RX Measurement Mode This measurement mode is for the radio reception test. Under the following conditions, this measurement mode is available. ● The Analog Signal Generator (MS2830A-088/188, MS2840A-088/188) or the Analog Function Extension Option for Vector Signal Generator (MS2830A-029/129, MS2840A-029/129) is installed.
Page 113: Setting Level
RX Measurement Mode 3.7.2 Setting level Configures settings related to output signal level. Pressing (Amplitude) on the main function menu displays the RX Amplitude function menu. Pressing on the main function menu displays the RX Amplitude function menu. Output Level ■...
Page 114: Setting Measurement Items
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.7.3 Setting measurement items This section describes the settings for the measurement items. Pressing (Measure) and then pressing (Modulation Analysis) in the main function menu displays the Modulation Setting function menu. Modulation ■ Summary Selects the modulation mode for the output signal. ■...
Page 115: Setting Af Signal
RX Measurement Mode 3.7.4 Setting AF signal This section describes the setting for the AF signal. Pressing Setting) in the main function menu displays the AF Setting function menu. Each AF signal source is modulated with the modulation method set with Modulation for AF signal to be output.
Page 116 Chapter 3 Measurement ■ Options Does not generate signals. Generates Tone signals. User Wave Generates the signal of the User file selected in Select AF1 Wave setting. If waveform has not been selected in Select AF1 Wave, the options are not displayed.
Page 117 RX Measurement Mode AF1 Tone Radian (  M) ■ Summary Sets the Deviation of AF1 signals. Displayed when Modulation is set to M. ■ Setting range 0.00 to 50.00 rad However, the setting range is limited to within the range which meets the following formula.
Page 118 Chapter 3 Measurement AF3 – AF3 Tone Frequency ■ Summary Sets the Tone frequency of AF3 signal source. This setting is enabled when the MS2830A-018/118 is installed. ■ Setting range 20.0 to 40000.0 Hz AF3 – AF3 Tone Deviation (FM) ■...
Page 119 RX Measurement Mode ■ Options Enables setting change by the knob or up/down keys without determining by the Set key on the AF Tone setting screens. Value changed by the knob or up/down keys will not be set without determining by the Set key . Digital Code Squelch ■...
Page 120 Chapter 3 Measurement ■ Summary Limits the range of DCS signal in AF level by using Low Pass Filter. If set to On, removes high-frequency elements and controls noise at demodulation. ■ Setting range The range of DCS signal is not limited by Low Pass Filter.
Page 121 Wave. ■ Destination to store Wave file Create the following Folder in Drive to store Wave file. [Drive]:\Anritsu Corporation\Signal Analyzer\User Data\Wave Data ■ Supported format for Wave file Wave audio format is supported. The following restrictions apply:  Linear PCM file (The compression format for ADPCM and expanded PCM cannot be supported.)
Page 122: Digital Code Squelch Data Setting
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.8 Digital Code Squelch Data Setting When pressing Digital Code Squelch Data in the AF Setting function menu, the Digital Code Squelch Data dialog box is displayed. Digital Code Squelch Data (DCS Code) can be set to Binary or Octal Code. Set DCS Code to Octal Code usually, but set to Binary Code for adding errors to DCS Code.
Page 123: Digital Code Squelch Data Setting
Digital Code Squelch Data Setting [5] Code select mode Selects how to set DCS Code. When editing the code by rotary knob, Standard 83: Only the codes defined in Standard 83 are displayed. Standard 104: Only the codes defined in Standard 104 are displayed.
Page 124 Chapter 3 Measurement Table 3.8-1 DCS Standard 104 (only codes without “*” for Standard 83) 212* 122* 225* 325* 523* 526* 036* 332* 446* 246* 452* 053* 145* 356* 454* 252* 455* 255* 462* 266* 274* 3-82...
Page 125: Setting Modulation Wave Signal
Digital Code Squelch Data Setting 3.8.1 Setting modulation wave signal This section describes the settings to output modulation wave signal and to turn it On/Off in the main function menu. Signal Output Restart ■ Summary Restarts output of a modulated signal. Starts output of a modulated signal when Signal Output Play Mode is set to Once.
Page 126: Audio Analyzer Function
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.9 Audio Analyzer Function When the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is installed, AF signals can be input from the DUT to the MS2830A and analyzed in RX measurement mode (Audio Analyzer function). 3.9.1 Audio Analyzer basic settings Press (Measure) and then press (Audio Analysis) in the main function menu to display the Audio Analysis function menu.
Page 127 Audio Analyzer Function AF Level Unit ■ Summary Sets the AF Level unit. Displays the values calculated by the formulas below. √ 0.6 1000 ■ Options Vrms Sets the unit to Vrms. Sets the unit to dBu. Sets the unit to dBV. Sets the unit to W.
Page 128 Chapter 3 Measurement AF Level Set Reference ■ Summary Additionally displays the relative value results in the AF level measurement results. Using the AF Level measurement result as a 0 dB reference (when this function is set to On), this displays the relative value results of subsequent AF Level measurements.
Page 129 Audio Analyzer Function 3.9.1.1 Setting AF Frequency Reference This section describes the settings for AF Frequency Reference. Press (AF Frequency Reference Setting) in the Audio Analysis function menu to display the AF Frequency Reference function menu. AF Frequency Reference ■ Summary Sets whether to refer to reference frequency.
Page 130: Setting Filter
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.9.2 Setting filter This section describes the filter setting in the Audio Analysis function menu. ■ Summary Limits the bandwidth by High Pass Filter against AF input signal. ■ Options Does not use High Pass Filter. 20 Hz Uses High Pass Filter with a pass band of 20 Hz.
Page 131: Setting For Distortion Factor Measurement
Audio Analyzer Function 3.9.3 Setting for distortion factor measurement This section describes the settings for SINAD, THD, and THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise). Press (Distortion Measurement Setting) in Page 2 of the Audio Analysis function menu to display the Distortion Setting (RX) function menu.
Page 132: Setting Meter
Chapter 3 Measurement Stop Frequency ■ Summary Sets the Stop Frequency for distortion factor measurement. ■ Setting range Manual Frequency set value for distortion factor measurement to 60000 Hz Unit ■ Summary Sets the unit of distortion factor measurement. ■ Options Displays the distortion factor measurement results in dB.
Page 133 Audio Analyzer Function Range1 ■ Summary Sets Range1 of the meter display. Enabled when Meter is set to On. ■ Setting range When the Unit is dB: 0.0 to 100.0 dB When the Unit is AFLU: 0.000 to 1000.000 When the Unit is %: 0.0 to 10000.00% Range2 ■...
Page 134 Chapter 3 Measurement Pass Range ■ Summary Sets pass range of deflection view in the meter. Enabled when Deflection View is On and Meter is On. ■ Setting range When the Unit is dB: 0.0 to 100.0 dB When the Unit is AFLU: 0.0 to 100.000 When the Unit is %: 0.0 to 10000.0%...
Page 135: Setting Af Measure Result Graph
Audio Analyzer Function 3.9.5 Setting AF Measure Result graph The graph in the AF Measurement Result window can be set by the Audio Analysis function menu. Graph Select ■ Summary Sets the graph type in the AF Measurement Result window. ■...
Page 136 Chapter 3 Measurement Minimum Range ■ Summary Sets the minimum range of the vertical scale (Y-axis) in the Time Domain graph. Enabled when Scale Mode is set to Auto. ■ Options ±0.5mV Sets the minimum range of the vertical scale to ±0.5 mV. ±1mV Sets the minimum range of the vertical scale to ±1 mV.
Page 137 Audio Analyzer Function 3.9.5.2 Setting Frequency Domain graph This section describes the settings for the Frequency Domain graph. Press (Frequency Domain Setting) in the Audio Analysis function menu to display the Frequency Domain Setting function menu. Window Function ■ Summary Sets the Frequency Domain graph window function.
Page 138 Chapter 3 Measurement Stop Freq ■ Summary Sets the maximum frequency for X-axis in the Frequency Domain graph. ■ Setting range (X-AXIS is Linear) 60 to 50000 Hz ■ Options (X-AXIS is Log) 20 Hz Sets the maximum value of the horizontal scale to 20 Hz. 30 Hz Sets the maximum value of the horizontal scale to 30 Hz.
Page 139: Displaying Audio Analyzer Setting
Audio Analyzer Function 3.9.6 Displaying Audio Analyzer setting This section describes the display of AF input signal settings in the Audio Analyzer Setting window. Figure 3.2.1.4-1 Audio Analyzer Screen Figure 3.2.1.5-1 Audio Analyzer + RF Signal Generator Screen Figure 3.9.6-1 Audio Analyzer Setting Window Type ■...
Page 140: Displaying Af Measure Result
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.9.7 Displaying AF Measure result This section describes the display of the demodulated signal analysis results in the AF Measure Result window. Figure 3.2.1.4-1 Audio Analyzer Screen Figure 3.2.1.5-1 Audio Analyzer + RF Signal Generator Screen Figure 3.9.7-1 AF Measure Result Window AF Frequency ■...
Page 141: Audio Analyzer Function
Audio Analyzer Function ■ Summary Displays the THD measurement results. 3.9.3 “Setting for distortion factor measurement” THD+N ■ Summary Displays the THD+N measurement results. 3.9.3 “Setting for distortion factor measurement” Meter Display ■ Summary Displays the SINAD, THD, THD+N, and AF Level* measurement results in meter.
Page 142: Rf Signal Generator Window
Chapter 3 Measurement 3.9.8 RF Signal Generator window This section describes the display of RF signal settings output to DUT in the RF Signal Generator window. Figure 3.2.1.5-1 Audio Analyzer + RF Signal Generator Screen In the RF Signal Generator window, the display can be changed and the parameters can be set by using the rotary knob, Cursor key, Enter key, and Cancel key.
Page 143 Audio Analyzer Function Figure 3.9.8-2 RF Signal Generator Window (RF Signal Setting Mode, a parameter is selected) RF Signal Setting Selects AF signal setting mode by using . When the green line is displayed at the left of AF signal parameters as in Figure 3.9.8-2, AF signal setting mode is active.
Page 144 Chapter 3 Measurement 3.10 Setting Terminals for External Device Control This section describes the settings for external device control connectors. The setting is enabled when the MS2830A-018/118 Audio Analyzer is installed and it is common for TX measurement mode and RX measurement mode.
Page 145: Setting Terminals For External Device Control
3.10 Setting Terminals for External Device Control Input1 - Detect Polarity ■ Summary Selects the Input1 logic. ■ Options Pos. Sets Input1 to positive logic. Neg. Sets Input1 to negative logic. Input2 - Detect Polarity ■ Summary Selects the Input2 logic. ■...
Page 146 Chapter 3 Measurement 3-104.
Page 147 Chapt ter 4 Perfor rmanc ce Test s chapter de escribes the measureme nt devices, s setup metho ods, and perf formance tes st procedure es required f for performin ng performa ance tests as prev ventive main ntenance of the equipm ent.
Page 148: Chapter 4 Performance Test
If items that do not meet the required level are detected during performance testing, contact an Anritsu Service and Sales office. Contact information is available in a separate file (for the PDF version), and on the last page of this manual (for the printed version).
Page 149 RF P Performance e Test Items 4.2 R R F Perfo o rman ce Tes st Items Test target t standards ● Residual ● Residual M ● Residual Measuring g instrument t for tests ● Signal ge enerator sidual FM is s 2 Hz or less ●...
Page 150 Chapter 4 Performance Test (4) Test Procedure Turn on the power switch on the front panel and then wait until the internal temperature stabilizes. Input the 10 MHz reference signal output from the frequency standard device to the Reference Input connector of the vector signal generator.
Page 151: Rf Performance Test Items
RF Performance Test Items 19. Record the measurement result for Radian rms (residual M). 20. Confirm that the recorded measurement result for residual M satisfies the specifications. 21. Set as follows for the equipment. ● Modulation: 22. Press to measure. 23.
Page 152: Output Level Calibrat Tion
Chapter 4 Performance Test 4.3 Audio Performance Test 4.3.1 Output level calibration (1) Measuring instrument for tests Audio Analyzer: U8903A (2) Setups U8903A Calibration of Generator Channel 1 Figure 4.3.1-1 Connection to Calibrate Output Level of Audio Signal Generator (U8903A) (3) Test Procedure Table 4.3.1-1 Measurement Point and Measurement Level Measurement...
Page 153 Audio Performance Test Set Generator Channel 1 as below. Output Frequency: 5 kHz Output Level: 3500 mV rms Output Waveform: Sine DC Offset: Output Type: Unbal Output Impedance: 50  Adjust the output level of Generator Channel 1 so that the measurement level of Analyzer Channel 1 will be 3500 mV rms.
Page 154: Input Lev Vel Accuracy Y
Chapter 4 Performance Test 4.3.2 Input level accuracy (1) Measuring instrument for tests Audio Analyzer: U8903A (2) Setups Below is the connection when the U8903A is used as Audio Signal Generator. Coaxial Cable MS2830A U8903A Figure 4.3.2-1 Connection for Input Level Accuracy Test (3) Test target standards Table 4.3.2-1 Standard Standard...
Page 155 Audio Performance Test Connect the devices according to Figure 4.3.2-1. Press Press (Preset) to initialize the MS2830A. Initialize the U8903A. Set the Mode of the MS2830A to RX measurement mode. Set the MS2830A as below. ● High Pass Filter: ● Low Pass Filter: ●...
Page 156: Input Dis Stortion
Chapter 4 Performance Test 4.3.3 Input distortion (1) Measuring instrument for tests Audio Analyzer: U8903A (2) Setups Below is the connection when the U8903A is used as Audio Signal Generator. Coaxial Cable MS2830A U8903A Figure 4.3.3-1 Connection of Input Distortion Test (3) Test target standards Table 4.3.3-1 Standard Standard...
Page 157 Audio Performance Test Set Generator Channel 1 of the U8903A as below. Frequency: 1 kHz Output Level: [Syscal_Unbal_1400] V rms Output Type: Unbal Impedance: 50 Output Signal: Press to measure. 10. Record the measurement results of AF Level rms of the MS2830A. 11.
Page 158: Crossta Alk
Chapter 4 Performance Test 4.3.4 Crosstalk (1) Measuring instrument for tests Only MS2830A (2) Setups Remove the cables from AF Input and AF Output of the MS2830A. (3) Test target standards Table 4.3.4-1 Standard Standard Condition > 80 dB 18 to 28°C (4) Test Procedure Table 4.3.4-2 Frequency Setting U8903A Output Frequency (Hz)
Page 159: Audio Performance Test
Audio Performance Test 11. Set the frequency of No.2 or of bigger number in Table 4.3.4-2 to Tone1 Frequency and repeat Steps 4 through 10. 12. Set the MS2830A as below. Waveform: Tones Tone1 Freq: 400 Hz Tone1 Level: 3500 mV rms Output Type: Bal.
Page 160: Output Level Accurac Cy
Chapter 4 Performance Test 4.3.5 Output level accuracy (1) Measuring instrument for tests Audio Analyzer: U8903A (2) Setups Below is the connection when the U8903A is used as Audio Analyzer. Coaxial Cable MS2830A U8903A Figure 4.3.5-1 Connection for Output Level Accuracy Test (3) Test target standards Table 4.3.5-1 Standard Standard...
Page 161 Audio Performance Test Set the MS2830A as below. Waveform : Tones Tone1 Freq: 1 kHz Tone1 Level: 3500 mV rms Set Output Tone1 of the MS2830A to On to turn On the signal output. Measure the level (mV rms) by Analyzer Channel 1 of the U8903A. 10.
Page 162: Total Ha Armonic Disto Ortion + Noise E
Chapter 4 Performance Test 4.3.6 Total harmonic distortion + noise (1) Measuring instrument for tests Audio Analyzer: U8903A (2) Setups Below is the connection when the U8903A is used as Audio Analyzer. Coaxial Cable MS2830A U8903A Figure 4.3.6-1 Connection for Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise Test (3) Test target standards Table 4.3.6-1 Standard Standard...
Page 163 Audio Performance Test 10. Perform the Audio Generator setting on the MS2830A and the U8903A setting as below. Output Type: Bal. Set the MS2830A as below. Waveform : Tones Tone1 Freq: 1 kHz Tone1 Level: 700 mV rms 12. Measure THD+N (dB) by Analyzer Channel 1 of the U8903A. 13.
Page 164: Example Of Performance Test Result Form
Chapter 4 Performance Test 4.4 Example of Performance Test Result Form RF Performance Test Table 4.4-1 Residual FM Frequency Measured Value [Hz] Specifications Pass/Fail 100 kHz 400 MHz 3.35 Hz 2700 MHz Table 4.4-2 Residual  M Frequency Measured Value [rad] Specifications Pass/Fail 100 kHz...
Page 165 Example of Performance Test Result Form Input Level Accuracy Table 4.4-5 Unbalance Measured Value (dB) Setting Level (mV rms) Frequency (Hz) 3500 350.0 35.00 1000 Minimum rating: –0.4 dB Maximum rating: +0.4 dB Table 4.4-6 Balance Measured Value (dB) Setting Level (mV rms) Frequency (Hz) 3500 350.0...
Page 166 Chapter 4 Performance Test Output Level Accuracy Table 4.4-10 Unbalance Measured Value (dB) Setting Level (mV rms) Frequency (Hz) 3500 350.0 7.000 1000 Minimum rating: –0.3 dB Maximum rating: +0.3 dB Table 4.4-11 Balance Measured Value (dB) Setting Level (mV rms) Frequency (Hz) 7000...
Page 167: Chapter 5 Other Functions
Chapter 5 Other Functions This chapter describes other functions of this application. Selecting Other Functions ..........5-2 Setting Title ..............5-2 Erasing Warmup Message ........... 5-2...
Page 168: Setting Title
Chapter 5 Other Functions 5.1 Selecting Other Functions Pressing (Accessory) on the main function menu displays the Accessory function menu. Table 5.1-1 Accessory function menu Function Menu Display Function Keys Title Sets the title character string. Displays (On) or hides (Off) the title Title (On/Off）...
Page 169: Appendix A Error Message
Appendix A Error Message Table A-1 Error Messages Message Description Out of range. − Prohibited when Mode is TX. − Prohibited when Mode is RX. − Invalid Operation for running decode monitor. − Valid only when Mode is TX and modulation is −...
Page 170 Appendix A Error Message Table A-1 Error Messages (Cont’d) Message Description Valid only when Audio Generator's Waveform is − Tones. Valid only when Audio Generator's Waveform is − DCS. Valid only when Audio Generator's Waveform is − Tones or DCS. Valid only when Audio Generator's Waveform is −...
Page 171 Appendix A Error Message Table A-1 Error Messages (Cont’d) Message Description Not available when AF Level Set Reference is − Off. Valid only when Mode is RX and AF Level Unit − is Vrms. Valid only when Mode is RX and AF Level Unit −...
Page 172 Appendix A Error Message A-4.
Page 173: Appendix B Default Value List
Appendix B Default Value List <Setting Measurement Mode> Mode <TX Measurement Mode> Frequency TX Frequency 1 GHz Auto Detect RX Frequency 1 GHz Auto Adjust Range Coupled Frequency Amplitude Input Level –10 dBm Input PreAmp Input Offset Input Offset Value 0.00 dB Output Level –13.99 dBμV (EMF)
Page 174 Appendix B Default Value List Range1 Deviation Peak to Peak: 200 Hz / 2% SINAD: 8 dB / 2000% Distortion or THD: 20 dB / 2% Range2 Deviation Peak to Peak: 1000 Hz / 10% SINAD: 20 dB / 10000% Distortion, THD: 40 dB / 10% Deflection View Deflection Count...
Page 175 Appendix B Default Value List Marker Marker Graph Time Marker1 / Marker2 Time Domain: 0 ms Frequency Domain: 15.625 Hz Graph Setting Graph Select Time Domain: On Frequency Domain: Off Time Domain Setting Time Range 4 ms Scale Mode Auto Minimum Range 5 kHz Fixed Range...
Page 176 Appendix B Default Value List Output Tone2 Tone2 Freq 67 Hz Tone2 Level 1 mV Output Tone3 Tone3 Freq 88 Hz Tone3 Level 1 mV DCS Code DCS Level 1 mV DCS Polarity Normal Output Noise Type Noise Level (Noise) 1 mV Level Offset Offset...
Page 177 Appendix B Default Value List AF2 Tone Deviation (FM) 500.0 Hz AF1 Tone Radian (φM) 3.50 rad AF2 Tone Radian (φM) 7.46 rad AF1 Tone Depth (AM) AF2 Tone Depth (AM) AF3 Tone AF3 Tone Frequency 67.0 Hz AF3 Tone Deviation (FM) 500.0 Hz AF3 Tone Radian (φM) 7.46 rad...
Page 178 Appendix B Default Value List Reference Value SINAD: 12 dB / 0% THD, THD+N: –30 dB / 0% Range1 SINAD: 8 dB / 2000% THD, THD+N: 10 dB / 10% Range2 SINAD: 24 dB / 5000% THD, THD+N: 20 dB / 20% Deflection View Deflection Count SINAD: 30...
Page 179 Appendix B Default Value List Audio Func. Setting → Output2 Output2 Polarity Positive Audio Func. Setting → Input1 Detect Polarity Positive Audio Func. Setting → Input2 Detect Polarity Positive Audio Func. Setting Open Collector Open Audio Func. Setting → PTT PTT Polarity Positive...
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