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Keysight S9115A User Manual

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  • Page 1 S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver USER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Notices KEYSIGHT AND THE USER HAVE A documentation. No additional SEPARATE WRITTEN AGREEMENT government requirements beyond WITH WARRANTY TERMS those set forth in the EULA shall © Keysight Technologies, Inc. 2023 COVERING THE MATERIAL IN THIS apply, except to the extent that...
  • Page 3 Documentation is updated periodically. For the latest information about this instrument, including firmware upgrades, application information, and product information, select the website link below. www.keysight.com/find/S9115A To receive the latest updates by email, subscribe to Keysight Email Updates at the following URL: http://www.keysight.com/find/MyKeysight Information on preventing analyzer damage can be found at: www.keysight.com/find/PreventingInstrumentRepair...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    SCPI Programming Commands ..........61 S9115A Multi-Band Transceiver User’s Guide...
  • Page 6 Keysight Software Installed ........
  • Page 7 Locations for Keysight Technologies ........
  • Page 8 Weight and Dimensions (S9115A) ........

  • Page 9: Quick Start

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 1 Quick Start The following topics can be found in this section: “Introduction” on page 10 “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” on page 11 “Unpack and Inspect the Instrument” on page 12 “Connect the Equipment”...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    The second TRX unit is included only with Option S9115A-TR2. Each TRX unit in the S9115A system supports an IF output port, an IF input port, and an LO input port powered by an external power supply and driven by a USB control signal.

  • Page 11: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

    Quick Start Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components (the possibility of unseen damage caused by ESD is present whenever components are transported, stored, or used). Test Equipment and ESD To help reduce ESD damage that can occur while using test equipment: Do not use these first three techniques when working on circuitry with a voltage potential greater than 500 volts.

  • Page 12: Unpack And Inspect The Instrument

    Remove the instrument from the packaging container and ensure that all accessories are included. Inspect the instrument and accessories for damage. If the contents appear damaged, notify your local Keysight Technologies Inc. representative. The instrument is shipped in a container which prevents damage from static.

  • Page 13: Initial Inspection

    Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress. Retain undamaged shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship the system to another location or to Keysight Technologies for service. Verify the contents of the container against the table below.
  • Page 14 Quick Start Unpack and Inspect the Instrument Item Deliverable Description RF cables S9110-60013 For connecting the S9115A to the M1749B. Quantity of 1 for TR1 Quantity of 2 for TR2 2.4 mm 50 Ω termination. Male Coaxial termination, DC to connector.
  • Page 15 — Contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office. — Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection. — If you must return the S9115A to Keysight Technologies, use the “Returning the undamaged original or comparable shipping materials. See S9115A for Service” on page 129.

  • Page 16: Connect The Equipment

    When attaching cables to threaded connectors, use a torque wrench to apply the proper torque, 90 N-cm (8 in-lb). Use the following procedure to attach cables between the S9115A base box to the M1749B. For more information about the M1749B connectors and M1749B Getting Started Guide.
  • Page 17 Quick Start Connect the Equipment 5. Connect the AC power cord to the S9115A back panel. 6. Turn on the S9115A AC power switch, located on the right front panel of the base box. User’s Guide...

  • Page 18: Launch The Measurement Software And Verify Operation

    Quick Start Launch the Measurement Software and Verify Operation Launch the Measurement Software and Verify Operation At bootup, the S9115A launches the S910xA Service Manager automatically, and the Service Manager automatically launches the measurement software. The initial start up process takes approximately 5 minutes.
  • Page 19 Settings window. Select the Alignments tab > Align Now > Align RRH Amplitude. TERMINATION IS CRITICAL! This alignment requires that Keysight 85138A Coaxial Terminations be connected to the M1749B Tx/Rx ports. If the alignment is run without terminations in place, or with a loopback cable connecting the two Tx/Rx ports, subsequent measurements may be severely inaccurate.
  • Page 20 Quick Start Launch the Measurement Software and Verify Operation 4. Connect an 8121-3222 loop-back cable for RF TX/Rx 1 to RF Tx/Rx 2 on Transceiver 1 / M1749B mmWave Transceiver. 5. In the Menu Panel (on the top right of the display), select Frequency and set Center Frequency to 28 GHz.
  • Page 21 Quick Start Launch the Measurement Software and Verify Operation 6. Select Input/Output and set RF Power to - 5 dBm, set RF Output to User’s Guide...
  • Page 22 Quick Start Launch the Measurement Software and Verify Operation 7. Select Peak Search and verify the CW signal is between -3 dBm and -8 dBm. 8. If you have a second Transceiver, move the loop-back cable to Transceiver 2 and verify you have a 28 GHz CW signal at the center of the display.

  • Page 23: Application Licenses

    Quick Start Application Licenses Application Licenses The licenses for various applications installed on the controller in the S9115A are shown in the Keysight License Manager. To view, select the Windows Start menu > Keysight License Manager> Keysight License Manager application, or from theS9115A applications, select the Gear icon to open the System Settings menu then select the Licensing tab.
  • Page 24 Quick Start Application Licenses User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Front And Rear Panel Features

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 2 Front and Rear Panel Features The following topics can be found in this section: “Front Panel Features” on page 26 “Rear Panel Features” on page 33 “M1749B Connectors” on page 34 “Standard Configurations”...

  • Page 26: Front Panel Features

    Front Panel Features Front Panel Features The S9115A base box front panel and front and rear panel of the M1749B are illustrated below (the S9115A-facing side of the M1749B is shown bottom left, and the DUT-facing side is shown bottom right).
  • Page 27 Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Features The photo below shows the various sections of the front panel of the S9115A. Figure 2-2 S9115A base box front panel These sections of the front panel are described separately, as follows: See “Controller interface”...

  • Page 28: Controller Interface

    Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Features Controller interface Figure 2-3 Controller interface Connector Description —SSD: When the Solid State Drive is active, the LED will flash SSD/Power/User —POWER: If the LED is on, the power supply to the controller is good and the system should boot —USER: Not used TCP/IP Interface connectors used for remote operation...

  • Page 29: Trx Connectors

    Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Features TRX connectors The picture below illustrates only TR1; TR2, if installed, has the same components and layout. Figure 2-4 TRX connectors Connector Description Receives an RF signal from 380 MHz to 13 GHz. This is intended for using the transceiver RF In without the M1749B remote radio head.
  • Page 30 Provides control signals for the M1749B mmWave Transceiver. The connected port on the USB Control M1749B has the USB symbol. (USB connector) (11) Provides a 4.8 GHz CW. For future use. (Type N connector). Unused by the S9115A. 4.8 GHz Out User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: Reference

    Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Features Reference Figure 2-5 Reference connectors and backplane trigger connectors Connector Description Used to synchronize to another instrument by inputting a 10 MHz reference signal. (BNC 10 MHz Ref In connector) Provides a 10 MHz reference signal for synchronizing other instruments. (BNC connector) 10 MHz Out Provides a 100 MHz reference signal for synchronizing other instruments.

  • Page 32: System Status

    Front and Rear Panel Features Front Panel Features System Status Figure 2-6 System status Connector Description (Amber LED) Off when chassis temperature is in the normal operating range. The LED flashes to Temp indicate the chassis is overheated. (It is never on continuously.) (Green LED) Off when the chassis is turned off.

  • Page 33: Rear Panel Features

    10 MHz REF OUT The front panel 10 MHz OUT connector should be used instead. This BNC connector is not used by the S9115A. 10 MHz REF IN The front panel REF IN connector should be used instead. This BNC connector is not used by the S9115A.

  • Page 34: M1749B Connectors

    Receives the RF signal to be upconverted in the M1749B. The connected port on the S9115A is Tx IF In called IF Out. (SMA connector) Receives an LO signal from the S9115A. The connected port on the S9115A is called LO 1 Out. LO In (SMA connector) Provides a 9.6 GHz CW to the M1749A mmWave Transceiver.
  • Page 35 Front and Rear Panel Features M1749B Connectors Figure 2-9 M1749B front connectors Connector Description Used for calibrating the M1749B. (SMA 2.4 mm connector) Can be configured to transmit or receive the upconverted RF signal. The LED is lit when the RF Tx/Rx 1 named port is in use.

  • Page 36: Standard Configurations

    — FR2 banded mmWave frequencies from 24.25 to 43.5 GHz (49 GHz with option F49) S9115A-TR2 5G, two channel configuration, consists of two RF transceivers and two mmWave transceivers providing two channels of Tx and Rx capabilities. Each channel of Tx and Rx operates in one frequency range at a time: —...

  • Page 37: Labels And Symbols

    Front and Rear Panel Features Labels and Symbols Labels and Symbols Labels and symbols which may be shown on the S9115A (mainly on the rear panel of the chassis) are described in the table below. Marking Description This symbol marks the standby position of the power line switch.
  • Page 38 The UK conformity mark is a UK government owned mark. Products showing this mark comply with all applicable UK regulations. The Keysight email address is required by EU directives applicable to our product. The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the CSA International.
  • Page 39 Front and Rear Panel Features Labels and Symbols Marking Description China Restricted Substance Product Label. The EPUP (environmental protection use period) number in the center indicates the time period during which no hazardous or toxic substances or elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use and generally reflects the expected useful life of the product.
  • Page 40 Front and Rear Panel Features Labels and Symbols User’s Guide...

  • Page 41: Graphical User Interface

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 3 Graphical User Interface The following topics can be found in this section: “Launching the Measurement Software” on page 42 “Screen Interface” on page 47 “Command Interface” on page 59...

  • Page 42: Launching The Measurement Software

    Graphical User Interface Launching the Measurement Software Launching the Measurement Software At bootup, the S9115A launches the S910xA Service Manager automatically, and the Service Manager automatically launches the measurement software. Figure 3-1 Automatic launching of the Service Manager and Measurement software After the software is finished loading, the measurement applications for TRX1 and TRX2 are run in separate windows (assuming both TRXs are installed).
  • Page 43 Launching the Measurement Software Figure 3-3 Re-launching the Service Manager from the Start Menu The Configuration Tool in the Keysight S910xA folder is used by Keysight for factory configuration and field service purposes; it is usually not needed for customer operation of the S9115A.

  • Page 44: Restarting The Measurement Applications

    Restart Service Manager The TRXs are listed under Status as Running or Idle. To activate one or both idle TRXs, check the appropriate box under Selected, and then Run Selected. 1. In the S9115A Service Manager, select Restart Services. User’s Guide...

  • Page 45: Configure Applications

    S9115A and the M1749B. Relaunch the Service Manager from Windows Start instead. Configure Applications You can reduce unnecessary S9115A startup time by limiting the number of measurement applications that are loaded automatically at bootup. Go to the Windows Start menu > Keysight Modular Transceiver > Configure Applications.
  • Page 46 Graphical User Interface Launching the Measurement Software Figure 3-5 Launching Configure X-Series Applications utility from Windows Start menu User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Screen Interface

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Screen Interface The overall appearance of the display interface is illustrated below. Different parts of it are discussed in more detail in the following sections. Figure 3-6 Application display interface (with results window for Channel Power) If a second TRX unit is installed, it is represented by a separate window: Figure 3-7 Separate display windows for TRX1 and TRX2...
  • Page 48 Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Figure 3-8 Elements of the display User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Screen Tabs

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Screen Tabs Used to select a measurement screen for viewing and configuration. To add another screen, select the + button at the right of the existing tabs. Figure 3-9 Screen tabs Choosing on the currently selected tab brings up the Mode/Meas/View dialog, to change settings for that screen.

  • Page 50: System Settings

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface System Settings Selecting the Gear icon opens the System Settings dialog, which accesses various information screens and settings interfaces. The tabs on the left side let you access various configuration screens. Figure 3-11 System settings The System Settings screens include: —...

  • Page 51: Preset

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Preset Opens a menu where settings can be restored to a default condition or a condition you defined earlier. Figure 3-12 Preset User’s Guide...

  • Page 52: Meas Bar

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Meas Bar Displays important settings for the measurement, in a series of annotation panels which can be selected to reveal menu choices for them. The panel at the far left, for example, allows you to toggle between continuous and single measurement modes, and also to restart or pause a measurement.

  • Page 53: Menu Panel

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Menu Panel Selecting the name at the top of the menu offers the available menus (Amplitude, BW, and so on) for selection. The selected menu is usually divided into separate sub-menus, any of which can be chosen by selecting a tab to the right (for example, the tabs on the right of the Amplitude menu represent the Y Scale and Range sub-menus).

  • Page 54: Measurement Display

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Measurement Display The interface is centered around the display windows, which show the results of a measurement. The number of windows and the type of information displayed varies from measurement to measurement. For example, the Channel Power measurement example below shows a spectrum display and a table of numerical data.

  • Page 55: Control Bar

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Control Bar Provides controls and information displays related to various instrument functions that are independent of the current measurement. Figure 3-16 Control bar User’s Guide...

  • Page 56: Minimized Window

    Minimized Window A minimized window can be brought back up by finding the icon representing it in the Windows taskbar. Although the graphics for any two Keysight applications may look alike (as in the illustration below), hovering the mouse over one of them will display its Slot number and a small graphic representation of its measurement screen.

  • Page 57: Help System

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Help System Detailed information about all features of the test software is available from the help system. To open the help content for the mode currently running, select the questionmark icon at the bottom of the screen. Because menus and features differ (for example) the WLAN mode and the 5GNR mode, separate help systems for these modes are installed on the system.
  • Page 58 Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Context-sensitive help Accesses information about a particular feature of the user interface. Right-click on that feature and a popup menu appears which shows Help on this setting as a selection. This selection opens the help content to a page which is specific to that feature.

  • Page 59: Command Interface

    Graphical User Interface Command Interface Command Interface In addition to being controlled and monitored by way of the screen interface, the instrument can be controlled and monitored by means of SCPI commands. For example, averaging can be disabled for the ACP measurement screen by changing the Averaging setting to Off in the Meas Setup >...
  • Page 60 Graphical User Interface Command Interface To take another example, the command which sets the measurement center frequency has the following syntax: [:SENSe]:FREQuency:CENTer <freq> This command can be sent in its long form: :SENSe:FREQuency:CENTer 16 GHz However, it can also be shortened to: :FREQ:CENT 16 GHz There is not always a command equivalent for a function of the screen interface (some functions which relate only to the...

  • Page 61: Scpi Programming Commands

    Graphical User Interface SCPI Programming Commands SCPI Programming Commands The S9115A supports a SCPI service that provides programming features for the following: — Control the Frequency Reference for 10 MHz internal or 10/100MHz external reference signal. — Query the ‘locked’ state of the Frequency Reference.

  • Page 62: Display Subsystem

    The Display Enable command will enable or disable the display of conformance property values for debugging purposes that are set through the SCPI commands. The property information is displayed in the S9115A Service Manager window. Leaving this enabled has a performance penalty due to the overhead of writing the information to the user interface as the properties are set on hardware.

  • Page 63: Chassis Subsystem

    Routes front panel trigger 1 to PXI0. By convention the front panel triggers are set on bus segment 2. To forward the triggers between bus segments within the PXI chassis, the Keysight Connection Expert should be used to make persistent bus segment routes on a per trigger line basis.
  • Page 64 Graphical User Interface SCPI Programming Commands Default: RRH1RFHD1 [:SOURce]:CONFigure:PRIMary:FREQuency <num>[<freq_suffix>] [:SOURce]:CONFigure:PRIMary:FREQuency? The primary frequency command will set the output frequency of the intended signal. The frequency is restricted by the port being that was set by the :CONFigure:PORT[:OUTPut] command. Default: 28.0e+9 [:SOURce]:CONFigure:PRIMary[:POWer]:AMPLitude <num>[<dbm_suffix>] [:SOURce]:CONFigure:PRIMary[:POWer]:AMPLitude?
  • Page 65 Graphical User Interface SCPI Programming Commands Default: 0 dB User’s Guide...
  • Page 66 Graphical User Interface SCPI Programming Commands User’s Guide...

  • Page 67: Operating Tasks

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 4 Operating Tasks The following topics can be found in this section: “TRX Selection” on page 68 “Receiver Setup” on page 70 “Source Setup” on page 75 “Port Configuration” on page 78 “Alignments”...

  • Page 68: Trx Selection

    TRX Selection TRX Selection On the monitor or remote desktop view of the S9115A, each TRX is represented by a separate XSA window. You can identify which TRX a window controls by looking for the identifier at the top left corner of the window. (The TRXs are...

  • Page 69: Using Hislip

    Operating Tasks TRX Selection Using HiSLIP HiSLIP (High-Speed LAN Instrument Protocol) is the recommended interface for connection to the S9115A, because of its superior performance characteristics. Use hislip0 or hislip1: — TRX1: TCPIP0::<IP Address>::hislip0::INSTR — TRX2: TCPIP0::<IP Address>::hislip1::INSTR Using Socket Ports Use socket 5025 or 5125: —...

  • Page 70: Receiver Setup

    Operating Tasks Receiver Setup Receiver Setup The analyzer/receiver function of the S9115A relates to measurement of signals received from the DUT. Select the measurement tab at the upper left corner of the display to open the Mode/Measurement/View Selector, which you can use to select a particular kind of measurement.
  • Page 71 Operating Tasks Receiver Setup Most measurement settings are made from the menus, which can be accessed by selecting the dropdown button near the upper right of the display. Figure 4-4 Accessing menus Selecting a menu from the dropdown list displays the menu selections (usually the selections are indented under multiple tabs shown at the right).
  • Page 72 Operating Tasks Receiver Setup For example, the Amplitude menu has three tabs; the selections under the Y Scale and Range tabs are shown below. Figure 4-5 Measurement menu Although some menu choices involve only a simple selection (On | Off) or a value to be entered (28 GHz), some choices cause a more elaborate selection screen to appear in the display.
  • Page 73 Operating Tasks Receiver Setup Figure 4-6 Trigger Settings Diagram User’s Guide...
  • Page 74 Operating Tasks Receiver Setup Another type of complex screen which some menu selections open is a configuration window such as the Meas Setup Summary Table, which gathers together multiple settings on one screen to make it easier to review them. Figure 4-7 Meas Setup Summary Table The menu choices are different for each measurement.

  • Page 75: Source Setup

    Operating Tasks Source Setup Source Setup The source function of the S9115A relates to generation of test signals to be transmitted to the DUT. (Not all measurement scenarios require these signals, but many do.) Most source settings are made from the Input/Output > RF Source menu, illustrated below.
  • Page 76 The source employs a user-defined waveform file for modulation (typically such a file would be created in Keysight Signal Studio software). To load a waveform file that is saved in a location on the disk drive, select the File icon at the bottom of the screen, and select the Recall icon which appears.
  • Page 77 Operating Tasks Source Setup Figure 4-10 Recalling an ARB file For more detailed information about source setup, see the help file for the 5G application. User’s Guide...

  • Page 78: Port Configuration

    The ports referred to in the Input/Output menus are the DUT-facing ports of the M1749B, not the ports on the front panel of the S9115A. The diagram below shows the names of ports, as they appear on the M1749B (black titles), and also as they are named in the user interface (blue titles) and in the SCPI commands (red titles).

  • Page 79: Port Selection

    Operating Tasks Port Configuration Port Selection Setting the output port To set the Tx (output) port, go to the menu Input/Output > RF Source menu, and select a port name from the RF Output Port dropdown list. — Head 1 RFHD 1 means the M1749B RF Tx/Rx 1 port. —...
  • Page 80 Operating Tasks Port Configuration Setting the input port To set the Rx (input) port, go to the menu Input/Output > Input menu, and select a port name from the RF Input Port dropdown list. — Head 1 RFHD 1 means the M1749B RF Tx/Rx 1 port. —...
  • Page 81 Output menu Two settings are visible on the menu Input/Output > Output menu (REF Output and LO Output). These actually relate to signals within the S9115A, and are not used in connection with features that are currently available. They are reserved for use with possible future enhancements. Leave these menu items set to their default values (Off in both cases).

  • Page 82: Configuration Example

    Operating Tasks Port Configuration Configuration Example In the example below, the RF Tx/Rx 1 port on the M1749B transmits a signal to the DUT, and the RF Tx/Rx 2 port receives a signal from the DUT. Figure 4-15 Example: two TRXs, Tx/Rx1 as output, Tx/Rx2 as input Set up the RF Input using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output >...
  • Page 83 Operating Tasks Port Configuration Figure 4-16 Example: two TRXs, Tx/Rx1 as input, Tx/Rx2 as output Set up the RF Input using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output > Input > RF Input Port > Head1 RFHD 1 Command: :FEED:RF:PORT RRH1RFHD1 Then set up the RF Output using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output >...

  • Page 84: Alignments

    Operating Tasks Alignments Alignments Alignments are internal calibration adjustments which the transceiver must make to ensure that internal signal levels are properly maintained. Alignments Menu To avoid interruptions, the alignments are not run automatically, either at startup or afterward; you must run them explicitly, using the Alignments menu (or sending equivalent SCPI commands).
  • Page 85 Operating Tasks Alignments — The TRX’s internal temperature has drifted more than 5° C since the previous All alignment (see “Checking Temperature and Status” on page — More than 7 days have elapsed since the previous All alignment — More than 8 hours have elapsed since the previous Fast alignment (or All alignment).

  • Page 86: Align Now All

    Operating Tasks Alignments Align Now All Immediately executes an alignment of all subsystems. The instrument stops any measurement currently underway, performs the alignment, then restarts the measurement from the beginning (similar to pressing the Restart key). This alignment takes about 30 minutes to complete. If an interfering user signal is present at the RF Input, the alignment is performed on all subsystems except the RF.
  • Page 87 Operating Tasks Alignments This alignment typically takes 7 to 10 minutes to run. The IF cables must be fully connected to the M1749B while running this alignment. (DUT facing connections on the other side of the M1749B don’t have an effect on this alignment.) The alignment process requires a 60-minute preliminary warm-up period (with the XSA application running).

  • Page 88: Align Rrh Amplitude

    Cable alignment being valid.) The alignment must be run under these circumstances: — Upon first use of the S9115A after it arrives from the factory. — When more than 30 days have elapsed since the last Align RRH Amplitude. — Whenever the internal temperature has changed more than 5°C since the last Align RRH Amplitude.

  • Page 89: Checking Temperature And Status

    Operating Tasks Alignments Figure 4-20 Align RRH amplitude To run the alignment, begin by verifying that the terminations are in place on the Tx/Rx ports. Then, select System Settings> Alignments > Align Now > Align RRH Amplitude, or send the SCPI command: :CAL:INT:RRHAmp The alignment process requires a 60 minute preliminary warm-up period (with the XSA application running).
  • Page 90 Operating Tasks Alignments Figure 4-21 Show Alignment Statistics User’s Guide...

  • Page 91: Lan Address Configuration

    Connecting the system to the public LAN by way of a PC with antivirus protection is the preferred solution. To find the S9115A on the LAN, you will need to know its IP address or computer name. If you cannot easily obtain a monitor view of System > Show System.

  • Page 92: Configuring The Lan

    To change the Computer Name consult the Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center. IP Address & Gateway The S9115A is preconfigured to obtain an IP Address using DHCP. The IP Address and Gateway can be changed. Consult the Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center to configure the LAN.

  • Page 93: Managing Licenses

    Licenses can be either time-based or perpetual (the latter have no expiration date). To verify which licenses are installed, open the Keysight License Manager from the Windows Start menu. (It can also be opened by selecting the Gear icon at the upper left to open the System Settings screen and selecting Licensing >...

  • Page 94: Node-Locked License

    Trial licenses, which are sometimes provided by Keysight so that customers can try out a product, are node-locked, time-based licenses. Trial licenses are issued for a particular instrument or computer, and have an expiration date.

  • Page 95: Usb-Portable License

    Managing Licenses After initial installation of the license, when you want to transport a license, run Keysight License Manager on the host that currently has the license, and transport the license. (Select Help > Keysight License Manager Help and search for “transport” to find detailed instructions.) Transportable licenses for the S9115A allow you to transport licenses up to 30 times within 10 days.

  • Page 96: Floating License

    1. Install Keysight License Server or Keysight License Manager on the server machine. 2. Obtain a license file. 3. Save the license file. 4. User manual process or Keysight License Manager to add the license file and start the server process. Client setup: 1. Install the Keysight product/software to be licensed.

  • Page 97: S9115A Operating System

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 5 S9115A Operating System The following topics can be found in this section: “Keysight Software Installed” on page 98 “User Accounts” on page 99 “Licensing New Application Software - After Initial Purchase” on page 101 “Transporting a License Between Systems”...

  • Page 98: Keysight Software Installed

    S9115A when it was shipped from the factory. If you install programs other than those that Keysight has tested, it could cause problems with the S9115A applications. If this happens, you should try uninstalling the program that has caused the problem, or try changing the program's configuration.

  • Page 99: User Accounts

    This user is a member of the Standard Users group. Using the Instrument account you can perform the following operations: — Access files on the S9115A that are accessible to the Standard Users group — Run applications that are accessible to the Standard Users group...

  • Page 100: Creating Addition User Accounts

    Power User privileges. Otherwise, the software will not operate correctly. It is Keysight’s expectation that each user’s My Documents folder is mapped to the D: drive. This is to avoid overwriting the user’s data in the event the Keysight Recovery must be performed. Also, this facilitates convenient backup by copying the contents of the D: drive to external media.

  • Page 101: Licensing New Application Software - After Initial Purchase

    Licensing New Application Software - After Initial Purchase Additional measurement application software can be ordered after your initial purchase of the S9115A. Software upgrades are provided in a kit that includes an option based Entitlement Certificate. The licenses are downloaded from the license Web site onto a storage device so they can be loaded into the instrument.
  • Page 102 Licensing New Application Software - After Initial Purchase Step Action Notes 4. Verify installation The S9115A automatically loads the license On the License tab of the System > System Information window, verify that file. (This may take a few minutes). Upon completion, the Keysight License Manager the new license is listed.

  • Page 103: Transporting A License Between Systems

    This ensures that the user experience is identical between instruments. As a minimum, the instrument software release in the S9115A that will receive the transportable license (the target instrument) must at least be able to support the desired application.
  • Page 104 4. Start the License Using the Windows Start menu on the source instrument, open Keysight License Manager. Manager on the It may take a minute for the Keysight License Manager screen to be fully populated with all Source Instrument the installed licenses: 5.
  • Page 105 3.Close the Save dialog and exit the KSM Transportation Web page. 8. Install License File in 1. With the target instrument The Keysight License Services running on Target Instrument running, insert the USB flash the target instrument looks for *.lic files...

  • Page 106: Windows Security

    S9115A Operating System Windows Security Windows Security Microsoft recommends the following to ensure the S9115A Windows operating system is protected: — Use an internet firewall. — Get the latest critical Windows updates. — Use up-to-date antivirus software. To check the status or make changes in the security settings for your system, select Start, Control Panel, and then Security and Maintenance.

  • Page 107: Windows Firewall

    S9115A Operating System Windows Security Windows Firewall Select Windows Firewall in the System and Security window to check the firewall status of your system. The system is shipped with the Windows Firewall enabled. Figure 5-2 Windows Firewall Windows Firewall exceptions for programs and ports have been added to allow proper operation of the system over a network.

  • Page 108: Virus Protection

    There is no anti-spyware software installed on the system. This should not be a problem if you do not use the S9115A for a lot of internet browsing. Having spyware in the system could have an impact on the S9115A performance.

  • Page 109: System Maintenance

    (these will be on the D: drive). Your IT department may already have a back-up strategy in place which is suitable for the S9115A and its data. The Windows operating system has a Backup utility that you can use to archive files and folders in case of a hard disk drive failure.

  • Page 110: Usb Connections

    — The E: partition is reserved for Keysight’s use. The primary use of the E: drive is for storing the Calibration and Alignment data. Do not change or overwrite the files on this drive.

  • Page 111: Hard Drive Recovery Process

    System Maintenance Hard Drive Recovery Process The Keysight Recovery System can be used to repair errors on the S9115A's C: drive partition, or to restore the original factory configuration of the system software. The Keysight Recovery System is stored in a separate hidden hard disk drive partition.
  • Page 112 Notes 1. Make sure the S9115A is turned off. 2. Turn S9115A power After the Keysight Technologies screen is displayed, the Windows Boot Manager screen is displayed for five seconds. 3. When the Keysight Follow these steps: Recovery System has 1.Press 2, then press Enter to select the recovery.
  • Page 113 — You must have a USB keyboard and mouse. — You must be able to log in to the instrument as the administrator. — You must be able to transfer a large file (~.6 MByte) to the S9115A being updated.
  • Page 114 1. Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the S9115A. 2. If the S9115A is not already running, power it up and allow it to boot up completely. 3. Close the S9115A measurement application if it is running. Right-click in the application window, and select elect Utility >...
  • Page 115 S9115A Operating System System Maintenance Step Notes In the Startup and Recovery This opens the Startup and Recovery window. Settings section, select Under the System Startup Time to section, clear the display a list of operating systems checkbox, or select the...

  • Page 116: Instrument Software Installation

    This installation may involve updating of FPGA devices within the S9115A. During the installation, DO NOT power off the S9115A for ANY reason! Interrupting the FPGA update process can place the instrument in an unusable state, requiring it to be returned to Keysight for repair...
  • Page 117 S9115A Operating System Instrument Software Installation Table 5-1 Step Notes Wait while the system checks for required updates, and uninstalls the previous version of the software. Wait while the new version of During installation, you may see additional windows open briefly, showing that FPGA the software is installed.
  • Page 118 If this is the case, failure to remove the USB device will result in an error, as the instrument attempts to boot from it. The Service Manager may show a message saying that it is unable to find an S9115A After reboot, allow Service System Configuration.
  • Page 119 Table 5-1 Step Notes Restart the Service Manager Re-launch the Service Manager from the Start menu, in the Keysight S910xA folder. from the Windows Start menu. Be patient during this step: the startup process for the Service Manager takes about 4...
  • Page 120 S9115A Operating System Instrument Software Installation User’s Guide...

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 6 Troubleshooting The following topics can be found in this section: “Basic Operational Check” on page 122 “Where to get technical help” on page 128 “Returning the S9115A for Service” on page 129...

  • Page 122: Basic Operational Check

    Troubleshooting Basic Operational Check Basic Operational Check This procedure can be used to establish proper functioning of the system, or to identify specific areas in which there is a problem. Step 1. Attach a loop-back cable between the ports RF Tx/Rx 1 and RF Tx/Rx 2 on the M1749B remote radio head.
  • Page 123 Troubleshooting Basic Operational Check Step 2. Launch the measurement application (if it is not already running). Figure 6-2 Launching the application The application begins with an IQ analyzer measurement window displayed. Figure 6-3 Measurement window at startup User’s Guide...
  • Page 124 Troubleshooting Basic Operational Check Step 3. Select RF Output and RF Input ports. In this procedure the M1749B remote radio head is used, so the Head 1 ports need to be used. These settings can be set from the Input/Output menu, but a quicker method is to select the Input/Output column at the top of the measurement screen to open a menu below it.
  • Page 125 Troubleshooting Basic Operational Check Step 4. Set the source and measurement frequencies. Go to Input/Ouptut > RF Source and set Frequency to 28.0 GHz. This is the output (source) frequency. Go to the Frequency menu and set Center Frequency to 28.0 GHz. This is the input (measurement) frequency.
  • Page 126 Troubleshooting Basic Operational Check Step 6. Set up power & modulation for the source. Go to Input/Output > RF Source. Set RF Output to On. Set RF Power to 0 dBm. Figure 6-7 Setting source power/modulation User’s Guide...
  • Page 127 Troubleshooting Basic Operational Check Step 7. Verify received signal power. With RF Output set to On, you should see a signal on the display corresponding to the frequency and power level that were set. (Although the frequency should be an exact match, cable loss will cause the received signal to show a slightly lower power level than was set for the transmitted signal.) If you don’t see this signal, make sure that both the input and output are set to the same frequency (28 GHz).

  • Page 128: Where To Get Technical Help

    Troubleshooting Where to get technical help Where to get technical help For online assistance: http://www.keysight.com/find/assist http://www.keysight.com/find/contactus To contact Keysight Technologies: Also, see “Locations for Keysight Technologies” on page 130. User’s Guide...

  • Page 129: Returning The S9115A For Service

    Calling Keysight Technologies Keysight Technologies has offices around the world to provide you with complete support for the S9115A. To obtain servicing information, or to order replacement parts, contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office listed “Locations for Keysight Technologies” on page 130.

  • Page 130: Locations For Keysight Technologies

    Troubleshooting Returning the S9115A for Service Locations for Keysight Technologies http://www.keysight.com/find/assist For online assistance: To contact Keysight Technologies: http://www.keysight.com/find/contactus Alternately, contact the nearest Keysight sales office: Americas Canada Brazil Mexico (877) 894 4414 55 11 3351 7010 001 800 254 2440...
  • Page 131 “Power Requirements (M1749B)” on page 139 “Using Accessories” on page 140 “Location and Mounting” on page 140 “Weight and Dimensions (S9115A)” on page 140 “Electrical Safety” on page 141 “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” on page 144 “Instrument Maintenance” on page 145...

  • Page 132: Safety And Environmental Information

    Safety and Environmental Information Elements of the System Elements of the System The three main elements of the S9115A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver will be includes the following components: — source/analyzer instruments enclosed in PXIe chassis — M1749B mmWave Transceiver, which is used as a Remote Radio Head to test mmWave devices;...

  • Page 133: Warning Statements And Symbols

    Safety and Environmental Information Warning Statements and Symbols Warning Statements and Symbols Caution and Warning notices are used in this document are described below. A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data.

  • Page 134: Safety

    Safety and Environmental Information Safety Safety This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition.The documentation contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition.

  • Page 135: Environmental Conditions (Operating)

    II and POLLUTION DEGREE 2. Environmental Information Samples of this product have been type tested in accordance with the Keysight Environmental Test Manual and verified to be robust against the environmental stresses of Storage, Transportation and End-use; those stresses include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, altitude and power line conditions.

  • Page 136: Emc (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

    This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments outside of the home. Declaration of Conformity The Declaration of Conformity for any Keysight product can be found on the website: http://www.keysight.com/go/conformity User’s Guide...

  • Page 137: Ventilation

    Do not place the S9115A against any surface in such a way as to block its ventilation openings. Interfering with ventilation airflow can cause the system to overheat.

  • Page 138: Power Requirements (S9115A)

    The main power cord is the system disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply. Use Keysight supplied power cord or one with same or better electrical rating.. This is a Safety Protection Class I Product (provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord).

  • Page 139: Power Requirements (M1749B)

    Safety and Environmental Information Power Requirements (M1749B) Power Requirements (M1749B) 19 VDC, 6 A The M1749B does not have an AC power connection. It is powered by a 19 Volt DC input from an AC/DC converter. This input does not represent a risk of personal injury.

  • Page 140: Using Accessories

    (which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator) may be used as a disconnecting device. Weight and Dimensions (S9115A) The weight and dimensions of the S9115A are as follows: — Weight: 23 kg — Height: 197.8 mm —...

  • Page 141: Electrical Safety

    Safety and Environmental Information Electrical Safety Electrical Safety This is a Safety Class 1 Product (provided with a protective earth ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the instrument is likely to make the instrument dangerous.
  • Page 142 Safety and Environmental Information Electrical Safety DO NOT use outlet if the power cord makes a loose connection. DO NOT use a power strip for installation. If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by the equipment could be impaired. This product must be used in a normal condition (in which all means for protection are intact) only.
  • Page 143 Failure, to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using the correct components may cause product damage, and serious injury. Use the Keysight supplied power cord or one with the same or better electrical rating. User’s Guide...

  • Page 144: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

    Do not use these first three techniques when working on circuitry with a voltage potential greater than 500 volts. • Before connecting any coaxial cable to a S9115A connector for the first time each day, momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable together.

  • Page 145: Instrument Maintenance

    Safety and Environmental Information Instrument Maintenance Instrument Maintenance Cleaning the Instrument To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the instrument from mains before cleaning. Use a dry cloth slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally. Cleaning the Connectors Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument’s power cord removed, and in a...
  • Page 146 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2023 Edition 1, May 2023 S9115-90017 www.keysight.com...

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