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- Page 1 User’s Manual V3.05 Signal Source Models APSIN, APSYN, APMSYN, APGEN, APMS, APULN User’s Manual – Signal Source Models – v3.05 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
- Page 2 All AnaPico instruments are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment. AnaPico will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective during the warranty period, provided they are returned to AnaPico and provided the preventative maintenance procedures are followed.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
NFORMATION INTRODUCTION ..............................22 ............................22 NCLUDED ATERIAL ) ..................22 ENERAL EATURES AND UNCTIONS ODEL OVERVIEW ................................23 PTIONS GETTING STARTED ..............................24 Page 2 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... - Page 4 List Sweep Submenu ........................... 38 ............................39 ODULATION UBMENU Pulse Modulation Submenu ........................39 Amplitude Modulation Submenu ....................... 39 Frequency Modulation Submenu ....................... 39 Page 3 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
- Page 5 MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION....................46 ........................... 46 DJUSTMENTS AND ALIBRATION ................................46 EPAIR ............................ 46 ARRANTY NFORMATION ............................46 QUIPMENT ETURNS APPENDIX A ................................47 Page 4 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
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Page 6: General Remarks
The devices are available in the following cases. Compact Portable Case (CPC) Figure 1: APSIN26G & APULN40 in a Compact Portable Case (with LCD and touch display, respectively) 1U Rackmount (1URM) Page 5 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 7: Case (1Urm)
Figure 3: APSMXXG-4 (and APSYN140-4) in a 1URM case Desktop Case (LH) Figure 4: APSIN/APULN in a Desktop Case Module Figure 5: APMSYN as a compact module Page 6 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 8: Data Connections
The devices must only be transported with the packaging supplied by the manufacturer. The device can be lifted up or transported in any orientation. Page 7 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 9: Safety Information
Earth (Ground) EU label for separate collection of electrical and electronic waste. Caution, general danger zone. Attend the manual and/or a notice on the device. Page 8 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 10: General Safety Considerations
For this reason, the product may only be disassembled or opened by specially trained personnel. Improper disassembly may be hazardous to your health. National waste disposal regulations must be observed. Page 9 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 11: Technical Specifications
Connectors The front panel contains a status display (only in CPC), RF output female N-type connector (APSINX010), a female SMA connector (APSINXXG, APULN06,12,20,26, APMSXXG, APSYN), or a K connector (APULN40) and an Page 10 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. - Page 12 The power LED is indicating whether the device is on or off. Remote LED The remote LED is indicating whether the device connected to a Computer or not. Page 11 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
- Page 13 Fan Holes The holes by which the air is intake. Power Supply apply the AnaPico power adaptor to this connector to supply the device with energy. ON/OFF Switch Turns the device on or off. Ground Screw FUNC OUT This BNC female Connector is the output for the function signal.
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Page 14: 1Urm - Apsin
This BNC female Connector is the input for the reference signal. REF OUT This BNC female Connector is the output for the reference signal. Page 13 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 15: 1Urm - Apms / Apsyn140
The maximum allowed DC level is +/- 10 V. Please check the data sheets for more details. Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 Rear Panel Page 14 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 16: Cpc With Touch Display
The front panel contains a touch display, RF output female SMA connector (APSINXXG, APULN6,12,20,26, APMSXXG, APSYN), or a K connector (APULN40). The touch display shows information on the current function. Information includes status indicators, frequency and amplitude settings, current connectivity status, and error messages. - Page 17 The LAN connector is used to connect the device to a network. Fan Holes The holes by which the air is intake. Power Supply apply the AnaPico power adaptor to this connector to supply the device with energy. ON/OFF Switch Turns the device on or off. Ground Screw TRIG OUT This BNC female Connector is a multi-function output.
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Page 18: Desktop
The front panel contains a touch display, RF output female SMA connector (APSINXXG, APULN6,12,20,26, APMSXXG, APSYN), or a K connector (APULN40). The touch display shows information on the current function. Information includes status indicators, frequency and amplitude settings, current connectivity status, and error messages. -
Page 19: Minimum Distances
The USB B connector is used to connect the device to a computer. The LAN connector is used to connect the device to a network. Power Supply apply the AnaPico power adaptor to this connector to supply the device with energy. ON/OFF Switch Turns the device on or off. -
Page 20: Energizing And De- Energizing
B: 1mm C: 50 mm D: 50 mm Energizing and de- Energizing To energize the device, apply the following voltage to the following connector. Page 19 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... - Page 21 Type of fuse: Size: 5 x 20 mm Voltage: 250V ~ Current rating: 3.15A Characteristic: Time-Lag T Breaking capacity: 35A – 200A Page 20 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
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Page 22: Proper Operation Conditions
Environmental Information 1. Waste electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but must be collected separately. Contact the Anapico customer service center for environmentally responsible disposal of the product. 2. Specially marked equipment has a battery or accumulator that must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but must be collected separately. -
Page 23: Introduction
Introduction Error! This instruction manual is valid for AnaPico model series APSIN, APULN, APMS and APSYN. Chapter Reference source not found. gives guidance for a quick and easy setup of your new instrument. Chapter Error! Reference source not found. describes the remote operation via AnaPico graphical user interface Error! Reference source not found. -
Page 24: Options
LH: Desktop housing with color touch-screen front panel NM: Remove modulation function EB: External power bank PHS: Phase coherent switching VREF: Variable external reference Page 23 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 25: Getting Started
Getting Started System Requirements The AnaPico graphical user interface requires at least the minimum system requirements to run one of the supported operating systems. Operating system Windows™ 2000 SP4, XP SP2, Vista, 7, 8, 10 Remote 10/100/1000M Ethernet or USB 2.0 Port Unpacking the Instrument Remove the instrument materials from the shipping containers. -
Page 26: Direct Connectivity To Host Via Ethernet Cable (No Router)
Connect the (powered on) instrument to the computer using a quality USB type-A to type-B cable. If properly connected, the computer host should automatically recognize your instrument as a USBTMC device. Note if you want to work with the AnaPico GUI, it must be installed with USB support selected. Then the GUI Error! will detect all attached devices automatically. -
Page 27: Shutting Down The Signal Generator
When Microsoft .NET Framework is not installed make sure that your computer is connected to the • internet during installation of the AnaPico Software. If no internet connection is available, install the .NET™ Framework that is available on the installation CD. -
Page 28: Using The Graphical User Interface (Gui)
Using the Graphical User Interface (GUI) AnaPico’s graphical user interface provides an intuitive control of the signal generator. It runs under any Windows™ operating system. Make sure the software is installed correctly and the computer’s firewall is configured properly. The GUI’s dynamic link library (DLL) uses the Microsoft .NET framework. -
Page 29: Simultaneously Controlling Multiple Signal Generators From One Pc
Simultaneously controlling Multiple Signal Generators from one PC You can easily control multiple AnaPico instruments from a single computer but you need to start a separate GUI for every instrument as only one instrument is controlled by the GUI at once. -
Page 30: Setting Network Configuration
Any instances of the UI (or other VISA applications connecting to the device over a network) will need to modify their destination port number to match the device to connect to. Page 29 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 31: Connecting To Devices Using A Non-Default Port
Figure 6-d – UI Connection Settings Figure 6-e – Specify connection port to overwrite the default port Figure 6-f – Set default port for connections Page 30 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 32: Setting The Gpib Address
(.tar) ready. Then apply Controller Update Firmware and select the appropriate binary file that you have received from AnaPico or downloaded from the AnaPico website. The update will take a few seconds and after completion your instrument will reboot. - Page 33 Figure Error! No text of specified style in document.-g CW Tab with channel selection Page 32 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
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Page 34: Combined Modulation
Combining AM and FM/PM is avaible to APSINx010 and APSINxxG only. Enable AM first since active chirp disables live update of other settings. In ALC on mode. Page 33 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... - Page 35 AM, FM, PM modulated carrier sweep is avaible to APSINx010 and APSINxxG only. Enable modulation first since active sweep disables live update of other settings. In ALC on mode. Page 34 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
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Page 36: Local Operation Via Front Panel
This is a multifunction key. The key is used to enter and exit menus. Press once to return to CW menu, press multiple times to toggle between the currently selected submenu and the CW menu. Page 35 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 37: Displayed Parameter Formats
The Main or CW Display is shown after the instrument has successfully booted and is ready. The four line display has the following format: Output Frequency Output Power Ref. Frequency Remote Control Page 36 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 38: Main Menu Display
INFinite and 1 (single repetition). RF On/Off button. Start the sweep by pressing the Number of Points per Sweep On (dwell) time Off time Page 37 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 39: Power Sweep Submenu
Start the sweep by pressing the RF On/Off button. List Sweep Submenu When entering the List Sweep submenu, a list of stored list sweeps is displayed. Page 38 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 40: Modulation Submenu
In the phase modulation submenu the internal and external phase modulation can be accessed. It is possible to change between internal and external modulation source and change modulation parameters Page 39 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 41: Reference Submenu
TRIG to enable the instrument trigger output and PULM to enable the pulse video output. If LFG is selected, select the waveform between sine, triangle, or square. Then enter the desired output frequency and voltage amplitude. Page 40 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 42: Lan Configuration Submenu
Figure Error! No text of specified style in document.-s Restore Startup Settings Help Submenu This submenu provides basic information about the front panel menu control. Page 41 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 43: Remote Programming The Signal Generator
Remote Programming the Signal Generator The signal generator can be remotely programmed. Please refer to the Programmer’s Manual for details. Page 42 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 44: Battery Operation (B3 Option)
During operation the approximate remaining battery capacity is indicated by the battery symbol visible in the ! No text of specified style in document.-v upper right corner of the display (see Figure Error Page 43 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... - Page 45 OFF position. After storage, first charge the unit for 4-6 hours. To replace the battery at the end of its lifetime, please contact AnaPico or one of its distributors. NOTE: ♦...
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Page 46: Extended Power Range (Pe3 Options)
With these options PE3 installed, a mechanical step attenuator module is added. For the guaranteed minimum power level, please consult the respective datasheet. In sweeps where the mechanical attenuator is switched, the minimum dwell time increases to 20 ms. Page 45 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com... -
Page 47: Maintenance And Warranty Information
All AnaPico instruments are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of shipment. AnaPico will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective during the warranty period, provided they are returned to AnaPico and provided the preventative maintenance procedures are followed. - Page 48 Appendix A Page 47 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
- Page 49 3.05 21.12.2021 Update old UI screenshots AnaPico of Switzerland Phone +41 44 440 00 50 www.anapico.com Europa-Strasse 9 Email sales@anapico.com www.anapico.com/downloads/ 8152 Glattbrugg Switzerland Page 48 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
- Page 50 NOTES Page 49 – Signal Source Models – v3.04 Apr. 2023 AnaPico AG - www.anapico.com – sales@anapico.com...
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