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Keysight S9110A User Manual

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  • Page 1 S9110A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver USER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 DOCUMENT OR ANY INFORMATION commercial computer software or CONTAINED HEREIN. SHOULD commercial computer software © Keysight Technologies, Inc. KEYSIGHT AND THE USER HAVE A documentation. No additional 2022, 2023 SEPARATE WRITTEN AGREEMENT government requirements beyond WITH WARRANTY TERMS...
  • Page 3 Documentation is updated periodically. For the latest information about this instrument, including firmware upgrades, application information, and product information, click the website link below. https://www.keysight.com/us/en/product/S9110A/s9110a-wideband-transceiver-test-solution.html 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

    Table of Contents Quick Start 9 Initial Inspection 10 Shipping Problems? 11 Purpose and Function 12 Options 14 S9110A Hardware Options 14 Application Licenses 15 Exterior Features 17 Front Panel Features 18 Controller interface 20 TRX connectors 21 Reference 23...
  • Page 6 Subsets of Align Now All 86 Align IF Cable 88 Align RRH Amplitude (S9110A-F32) 90 Align RRH Amplitude (S9110A-F43/F49) 91 Align Fast RRH Amplitude (S9110A-F32) 93 Align LO Clock Synchronization (S9110A-F32) 94 Align LO Clock Synchronization (S9110A-F43/F49) 94 Checking Temperature and Status 94...
  • Page 7 Basic Operational Check 126 Identifying Problems 132 System Components 133 Where to get technical help 135 Returning the S9110A for Service 136 Calling Keysight Technologies 136 Locations for Keysight Technologies 137 Safety & Environmental Information 139 Elements of the System 140...
  • Page 8 Environmental Information 143 EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) 144 South Korean Class A EMC declaration 144 Declaration of Conformity 144 Ventilation 145 Power Requirements (S9110A) 146 Power Requirements (M1742A/M1749B) 146 Power Requirements of the AC adapter 146 Using Accessories 148 Location and Mounting 148...

  • Page 9: Quick Start

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9110A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 1 Quick Start The following topics can be found in this section: “Initial Inspection” on page 10 “Purpose and Function” on page 12 “Options” on page 14...

  • Page 10: 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 11: Shipping Problems

    — Contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office. — Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection. — If you must return the S9110A to Keysight Technologies, use the undamaged original or comparable shipping materials. See “Returning the S9110A for Service” on page 136.

  • Page 12: Purpose And Function

    The second TRX unit is included only with Option S9110A-TR2). Each TRX unit in the S9110A 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 13 Quick Start Purpose and Function Figure 1-2 Functional blocks of the S9110A and M1749B User’s Guide...

  • Page 14: Options

    Quick Start Options Options S9110A Hardware Options Designation Description S9110A 5G Multi Band Vector Transceiver S9110A-TR1 One RF and mmWave Transceiver Channel, Base Box, 380 MHz to 6 GHz S9110A-TR2 Two RF and mmWave Transceiver Channels, Base Box, 380 MHz to 6 GHz...

  • Page 15: Application Licenses

    Application Licenses The licenses for various applications that are installed on the controller in the S9110A are listed in the Keysight License Manager, which can be launched from the Windows Start menu, or from the Licensing window under System Settings as illustrated below: Figure 1-3 Keysight License Manager User’s Guide...
  • Page 16 Quick Start Options User’s Guide...

  • Page 17: Exterior Features

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9110A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 2 Exterior Features The following topics can be found in this section: “Front Panel Features” on page 18 “Rear Panel Features” on page 25 “M1742A and M1749B Connectors” on page 26 “Cabling the M1742A/M1749B”...

  • Page 18: Front Panel Features

    Exterior Features Front Panel Features Front Panel Features The S9110A front panel and two sides of the M1742A/M1749B are illustrated below (the S9110A-facing side of the M1742A/M1749B is shown bottom left, and the DUT-facing side is shown bottom right). Figure 2-1 S9110A, M1742A and M1749B exterior panels User’s Guide...
  • Page 19 Exterior Features Front Panel Features The photo below shows the various sections of the front panel of the S9110A. Figure 2-2 S9110A front panel These sections of the front panel are described separately, as follows: See “Controller interface” on page 20.

  • Page 20: Controller Interface

    Exterior 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 that are used for remote operation...

  • Page 21: Trx Connectors

    Exterior Features Front Panel Features TRX connectors The picture below illustrates only TR1; TR2, if installed, has the same components and layout. A BK1 system will be similar to TR1 with an additional Half Duplex port and triggers for the Blocking TRX. Figure 2-4 TRX connectors Connector Description...
  • Page 22 Exterior Features Front Panel Features Connector Description Type N connector which provides an LO signal to the M1742A/M1749B Transceiver. LO 1 Out (The connected port on the M1742A is called Tx LO In. The connected port on theM1749B is called LO In.) Type N connector which provides a 9.6 GHz CW to the M1742A/M1749B Transceiver.

  • Page 23: Reference

    Exterior Features Front Panel Features Reference Figure 2-5 Reference connectors and backplane trigger connectors Connector Description This BNC connector allows you to synchronize to another instrument by inputting a 10 MHz 10 MHz Ref In reference signal. This BNC connector provides a 10 MHz reference signal for synchronizing other instruments. 10 MHz Out This BNC connector provides a 100 MHz reference signal for synchronizing other instruments.

  • Page 24: System Status

    Exterior Features Front Panel Features System status Figure 2-6 System status Connector Description This amber LED is off when chassis temperature is in the normal operating range. The LED Temp flashes to indicate the chassis is overheated. (It is never on continuously.) This green LED is off when the chassis is turned off.

  • Page 25: Rear Panel Features

    +3.3 VDC, (5) Inhibit [Low], (6) +12 VDC, (7) Rsrvd, (8) -12 VDC, (9) Logic Gnd. 10 MHz REF OUT This BNC connector is not used by the S9110A. The front panel 10 MHz OUT connector should be used instead.

  • Page 26: M1742A And M1749B Connectors

    Figure 2-8 M1742A rear connectors Connector Description This 3.5 mm connector which receives an LO signal from the S9110A. (The connected port on the Rx LO In S9110A is called LO 2 Out.) This 3.5 mm connector receives a 4.8 GHz CW to the M1742A Transceiver. This input is mixed with...
  • Page 27 Exterior Features M1742A and M1749B Connectors Figure 2-9 M1742A front connectors Connector Description (1) Cal SMA 2.4 mm connector used for calibrating the M1742A. (2) RF Tx/Rx 1 SMA 2.4 mm connector can be configured to transmit or receive the upconverted RF signal. The LED is lit when the named port is in use.
  • Page 28 SMA connector which receives the RF signal to be upconverted in the M1749B. (The connected Tx IF In port on the S9110A is called IF Out.) SMA connector which receives an LO signal from the S9110A. (The connected port on the LO In S9110A is called LO 1 Out.) SMA connector which provides a 9.6 GHz CW to the M1749A mmWave Transceiver.
  • Page 29 Exterior Features M1742A and M1749B Connectors Figure 2-11 M1749B front connectors Connector Description SMA 2.4 mm connector used for calibrating the M1749B. SMA 2.4 mm connector can be configured to transmit or receive the upconverted RF signal. The RF Tx/Rx 1 LED is lit when the named port is in use.

  • Page 30: Cabling The M1742A/M1749B

    Exterior Features Cabling the M1742A/M1749B Cabling the M1742A/M1749B Use the following procedure to attach cables to the M1742A/M1749B. For more information about the M1742A/M1749B connectors, refer to their Getting Started Guide. Threaded connectors can be damaged when cables are connected to them, particularly if they are over-tightened (this could break the signal path entirely, making the M1742A/M1749B non-functional) When attaching cables to threaded connectors, use a torque wrench to apply...

  • Page 31: Standard Configurations

    — FR2 banded frequencies from 10 to 32 GHz (with option F32); 24.25 to 43.5 GHz (49 GHz with option F49) Keysight S9110A-BK1 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver TR1 with Blocker, one-channel configuration, with Blocker signal capability, consists of two RF...
  • Page 32 VXT). The combined wanted and blocking signals are available in both the FR1 or FR2 frequency ranges. Keysight S9110A-TR2 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver, two channel configuration, consists of two RF transceivers and two transceivers providing two channels of Tx and Rx capabilities. Each channel of Tx and Rx operates in one frequency range at a time: —...

  • Page 33: Labels And Symbols

    Exterior Features Labels and Symbols Labels and Symbols Labels and symbols which may be shown on the S9110A (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 34 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 35 Exterior 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 36 Exterior Features Labels and Symbols User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: Graphical User Interface

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9110A 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 38 “Screen Interface” on page 42 “Command Interface” on page 54...

  • Page 38: Launching The Measurement Software

    Graphical User Interface Launching the Measurement Software Launching the Measurement Software At bootup, the S9110A 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, it runs the measurement applications for TRX1 and TRX2 in separate windows (assuming both TRXs are installed).
  • Page 39 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 S9110A. However, it may be needed during software “Instrument software installation” on...

  • Page 40: Restarting Measurement Applications (Two Methods)

    Figure 3-5 Selecting one of two TRXs Do not run LaunchModularTRX if the Service Manager has been shut down; that would cause communication problems between the S9110A and the M1742A/M1749B. Relaunch the Service Manager from Windows Start instead. User’s Guide...

  • Page 41: Configure Applications

    Graphical User Interface Launching the Measurement Software Configure applications You can reduce unnecessary startup time for the S9110A, by limiting the number of measurement applications which are loaded automatically at bootup. Go to the Windows Start menu and select Configure Applications under the Keysight Modular Transceiver folder.

  • Page 42: 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 3-7 Application display interface (with results window for ACP measurement) If a second TRX unit is installed, it is represented by a separate window: Figure 3-8 Separate display windows for TRX1 and TRX2...
  • Page 43 Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Figure 3-9 Elements of the display interface User’s Guide...

  • Page 44: Screen Tabs

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Screen Tabs These are used to select a measurement screen for viewing and configuration (to add another screen, click the + button at the right of the existing tabs). Figure 3-10 Screen tabs Clicking on the currently selected tab brings up the Mode/Meas/View dialog, to change settings for that screen.

  • Page 45: System Settings

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface System Settings Clicking the "gear" icon opens the System Settings dialog, which allows you to access various information screens and settings interfaces. The tabs on the left side let you access various configuration screens. Figure 3-12 System Settings The System Settings screens include: —...

  • Page 46: Preset

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Preset Clicking this icon opens a menu which provides access to the various ways in which settings can be restored to a default condition or a condition you defined earlier. Figure 3-13 Preset User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Meas Bar

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Meas Bar This 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 48: Menu Panel

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Menu Panel Clicking on 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 selected by clicking on the tabs to the right (for example, the tabs on the right of the Amplitude menu represent the Y Scale and Range sub-menus).

  • Page 49: 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 in them varies from measurement to measurement. For example, the Channel Power measurement example below shows a spectrum display and a table of numerical data.

  • Page 50: Control Bar

    Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Control Bar This provides controls and information displays related to various instrument functions that are independent of the current measurement. Figure 3-17 Control Bar User’s Guide...

  • Page 51: 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 52: 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, click the question-mark icon at the bottom of the screen. Because menus and features differ between (for example) the WLAN mode and the 5GNR mode, separate help systems for these modes are installed on the system.
  • Page 53 Graphical User Interface Screen Interface Context-sensitive help To access information about a particular feature of the user interface, right-click on that feature; 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 54: 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 55 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 56: Scpi Programming Commands

    Graphical User Interface SCPI Programming Commands SCPI Programming Commands The Keysight S9110A 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 57: 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 S9110A 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 58: 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 59 Graphical User Interface SCPI Programming Commands [:SOURce]:CONFigure:PORT[:OUTPut] RRH1RFHD1|RRH1RFHD2|IFIO1 [:SOURce]:CONFigure:PORT[:OUTPut]? The port configuration command allows for setting the which port will be used to output the combined signal for conformance testing. Ports are restricted by available hardware in the system. 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...
  • Page 60 Graphical User Interface SCPI Programming Commands [:SOURce]:CONF[:POWer]:OFFSet <num> [:SOURce]:CONF[:POWer]:OFFSet? The power offset command will set the loss between the source output port and the DUT input port. This value ends up being set as the power offset on the primary source for the intended signal. A loss between the source output port and the DUT input port would be entered as a negative number.

  • Page 61: Operating Tasks

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9110A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 4 Operating Tasks The following topics can be found in this section: “TRX Selection” on page 62 “Receiver Setup” on page 64 “Source Setup” on page 69 “Port Configuration” on page 72 “Blocker Configuration”...

  • Page 62: Trx Selection

    Figure 4-1 Identifying application windows for different TRXs Although the S9110A as a whole is assigned only one IP address for the entire PXIe chassis, the individual TRXs within the chassis can be differentiated in network communication with the system. The means of identifying a TRX depends upon the connection method, as outlined below.

  • Page 63: Using Hislip

    Operating Tasks TRX Selection Using HiSLIP HiSLIP (High-Speed LAN Instrument Protocol) is the recommended interface for connection to the S9110A, 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 64: Receiver Setup

    Operating Tasks Receiver Setup Receiver Setup The analyzer/receiver function of the S9110A relates to measurement of signals received from the DUT. Clicking on the measurement tab at the upper left corner of the display opens the Mode/Measurement/View Selector, which you can use to select a particular kind of measurement.
  • Page 65 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 66 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 Menus User’s Guide...
  • Page 67 Operating Tasks Receiver Setup Although some menu choices involve only a simple selection (On | Off) or a value to be entered (17 GHz), some choices cause a more elaborate selection screen to appear in the display. In the example illustrated below, Trigger > Trigger Settings Diagram opens an interactive display (the trigger source can be changed from Free Run to Ext 1 by clicking on the graphic).
  • Page 68 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 69: Source Setup

    Operating Tasks Source Setup Source Setup The source function of the S9110A 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 70 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, click the File icon at the bottom of the screen, and click the Recall icon which appears.
  • Page 71 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 72: Port Configuration

    Port Configuration The ports referred to in the Input/Output menus are the DUT-facing ports of the M1742A/M1749B, not the ports on the front panel of the S9110A. The diagram below shows the names of ports, as they appear on the M1742A/M1749B (black titles), and also as they are named in the user interface (blue titles) and in the SCPI commands (red titles).
  • Page 73 Operating Tasks Port Configuration Figure 4-12 S9110A-F43/F49 Port nomenclature (in labels, menus, & commands) The DUT-facing ports of the M1742A/F1749B can be configured as inputs or outputs (one of each). Path-switching within the M1742A/M1749B is configured automatically to support the chosen port settings.

  • Page 74: 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 M1742A/M1749B RF Tx/Rx 1 port. —...
  • Page 75 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 M1742A/M1749B RF Tx/Rx 1 port. —...
  • Page 76 "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 S9110A, 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 77: Configuration Example

    Operating Tasks Port Configuration Configuration Example In the example below, the RF Tx/Rx 1 port on the M1742A/M1749B transmits a signal to the DUT, and the RF Tx/Rx 2 port receives a signal from the DUT. Figure 4-16 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 78 Operating Tasks Port Configuration Command: :FEED:RF:PORT:OUTP RRH1RFHD1 If the RF Output port is already set to Head1 RFHD HD2 but you want to set the Input port to Head1 RFHD HD2, you must first set the RF Output Port to None (command :FEED:RF:PORT:OUTP NONE) The port settings in the previous example can be reversed, so that the RF Tx/Rx 2 port on the M1742A/M1749B transmits a signal to the DUT, and...
  • Page 79 Operating Tasks Port Configuration Command: :FEED:RF:PORT RRH1RFHD1 Then set up the RF Output using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output > RF Source > RF Output Port > Head1 RFHD 2 Command: :FEED:RF:PORT:OUTP RRH1RFHD2 If the RF Output port is already set to Head1 RFHD HD1 but you want to set the Input port to Head1 RFHD HD1, you must first set the RF Output Port to None (command :FEED:RF:PORT:OUTP NONE)

  • Page 80: Blocker Configuration

    For this example, INST #1 refers to the primary transceiver, INST #2 refers to the secondary transceiver used as the blocker, and INST #3 refers to the S9110A Service Manager. The SCPI addresses for the primary and secondary transceivers can be found by navigating to System Settings >...
  • Page 81 Operating Tasks Blocker Configuration 4. Set the primary source frequency, offset, and amplitude. INST #3: SOUR:CONF:PRIM:FREQ 27950040000.0 INST #3: SOUR:CONF:POW:OFFS -50 INST #3: SOUR:CONF:PRIM:POW:AMPL -81 5. Set the interfering source frequency and amplitude. INST #3: SOUR:CONF:SEC:FREQ 27875770000.0 INST #3: SOUR:CONF:SEC:POW:AMPL -65 6.

  • Page 82: Alignments

    Alignments are internal calibration adjustments which the transceiver must make to ensure that internal signal levels are properly maintained. The alignment process covers the S9110A and its cable connections to the IF ports of the M1742A/M1749B remote radio head. Level correction for the M1742A/M1749B itself is accomplished using a separate process.

  • Page 83: Alignment Ranges

    Operating Tasks Alignments Alignment ranges Because alignments are time-consuming, it can be useful to limit alignment to a specified frequency range (or a set of specified ranges), so that the alignment is performed only at frequencies which will actually be used in measurement operations.

  • Page 84: Comparing Alignment Types

    Types of alignment The standard Align Now All option (blue in the illustration) is for internal alignment of the S9110A; it assures proper signal levels at the IF In and IF Out ““All” alignment (weekly use)” on connectors on the S9110A front panel. (See page 85.) Subsets of the All alignment can be run, to save time in situations...

  • Page 85: All" Alignment (Weekly Use)

    For M1742A, after the "All" alignment has been run, "Align LO Clock Synchronization" should be run as well (see “Align LO Clock Synchronization (S9110A-F32)” on page 94). For M1749B, after the "All" alignment has been run, "Align IF Cable" should be “Align IF Cable”...

  • Page 86: Subsets Of Align Now All

    Operating Tasks Alignments Subsets of Align Now All "Fast" alignment (daily use) This partial alignment saves time by omitting some of the finer adjustments (such as IF Response Alignments) of the "All" alignment process. "Fast" alignment needs to be performed when any of the following statements is true: °...
  • Page 87 Operating Tasks Alignments Other partial alignments (rarely used) The only partial alignment which is run routinely is the "Fast" alignment. However, it is sometimes appropriate to run some other subset of the processes included in Align Now All. This need typically arises when a previous alignment was partly successful, but an error message such as "Align Analyzer skipped"...

  • Page 88: Align If Cable

    Operating Tasks Alignments Align IF Cable This alignment includes the IF cables from the front panel of the PXIe Subsystem to the instrument-facing side of the M1742A/M1749B remote radio head transceiver; it assures proper signal levels at the Tx IF In and RX IF Out ports of the M1742A/M1749B.
  • Page 89 Operating Tasks Alignments To run the alignment, select System Settings> Alignments > Align Now > Align IF Cable, or send the SCPI command: :CAL:INT:IFC The alignment plane for this process stops at the IF ports of the M1742A/M1749B remote radio head. Level correction for the M1742A/M1749B itself is accomplished using a separate process.

  • Page 90: Align Rrh Amplitude (S9110A-F32)

    IF Cable alignment being valid.) The alignment must be run under these circumstances: 1. Upon first use of the S9110A after it arrives from the factory. 2. When more than 7 days have elapsed since the last Align RRH Amplitude.

  • Page 91: Align Rrh Amplitude (S9110A-F43/F49)

    Tx/Rx ports. (This alignment depends on the Align IF Cable alignment being valid.) The alignment must be run under these circumstances: 1. Upon first use of the S9110A after it arrives from the factory. 2. When more than 30 days have elapsed since the last Align RRH Amplitude.
  • Page 92 Operating Tasks Alignments Figure 4-24 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:RRH:AMPL The alignment process requires a 45-minute preliminary warm-up period (with the XSA application running).

  • Page 93: Align Fast Rrh Amplitude (S9110A-F32)

    Align IF Cable alignment being valid.) The alignment must be run under these circumstances: 1. Upon first use of the S9110A after it arrives from the factory. 2. When more than 8 hours have elapsed since the last Align Fast RRH Amplitude.

  • Page 94: Align Lo Clock Synchronization (S9110A-F32)

    Operating Tasks Alignments Align LO Clock Synchronization (S9110A-F32) This alignment synchronizes the RRH LO clocks. It relates to the LO 1 Out and LO 2 Out port. This alignment needs to be run whenever the internal temperature has changed more than 5°C since the last LO clock synchronization alignment.

  • Page 95: 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 S9110A 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 >...

  • Page 96: Configuring The Lan

    To change the Computer Name consult the Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center. IP Address & Gateway The S9110A is pre-configured 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 97: 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 clicking the "gear" icon at the upper left to open the System Settings screen, and clicking Licensing >...

  • Page 98: 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 99: Usb-Portable License

    (Select Help > Keysight License Manager Help and search for “transport” to find detailed instructions.) Transportable licenses for the S9110A allow you to transport licenses up to 30 times within 10 days. Other related topics for managing your software and licenses can be found by reviewing the Keysight License Manager Help available by clicking "?"...

  • Page 100: 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 101: S9110A Operating System

    Keysight Wireless Test Solutions S9110A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver User’s Guide 5 S9110A Operating System The following topics can be found in this section: “Keysight Software Installed” on page 102 “User Accounts” on page 103 “Licensing New Application Software - After Initial Purchase” on page 105 “Transporting a License Between Systems”...

  • Page 102: Keysight Software Installed

    Also, you must not remove any applications or programs that are installed on the S9110A when it was shipped from the factory. If you install programs other than those that Keysight has tested, it could cause problems with the S9110A applications. If this happens, you should try uninstalling the program that has caused the problem, or try changing the program's configuration.

  • Page 103: User Accounts

    “measure4u”. This user is a member of the Standard Users group. Using the Instrument account you can perform the following operations: — Access files on the S9110A that are accessible to the Standard Users group — Run applications that are accessible to the Standard Users group...

  • Page 104: Customer Creation Of Accounts

    User names are not case sensitive but passwords are case sensitive. For the S9110A software to operate, the user account executing the software must be assigned Administrator or Power User privileges. Otherwise, the software will not operate correctly.

  • Page 105: 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 S9110A. 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 106 Licensing New Application Software - After Initial Purchase Step Action Notes 4. Verify installation The S9110A 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 107: Transporting A License Between Systems

    This ensures that the user experience is identical between instruments. As a minimum, the instrument software release in the S9110A that will receive the transportable license (the "target instrument") must at least be able to support the desired application.
  • Page 108 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 109 3.Close the Save dialog and exit the KSM Transportation Web page. 8. Install License File in Follow these steps: The Keysight License Services running on Target Instrument the target instrument looks for *.lic files 1.With the target instrument whenever it detects a USB device has been running, insert the USB flash inserted.

  • Page 110: Windows Security

    S9110A Operating System Windows Security Windows Security Microsoft recommends the following to ensure the S9110A 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, click Start, Control Panel, and then Security and Maintenance.

  • Page 111: Windows Firewall

    S9110A Operating System Windows Security Windows Firewall Click 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 112: Virus Protection

    There is no anti-spyware software installed on the system. This should not be a problem if you do not use the S9110A for a lot of internet browsing. Having spyware in the system could have an impact on the S9110A performance.

  • Page 113: 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 S9110A 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 114: 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 115: Hard Drive Recovery Process

    It is recommended that you use a regular back up strategy. Your IT department may already have a back up strategy in place which is suitable for the S9110A and “Hard Drive Partitioning and Use” on page 114 its data.
  • Page 116 After exiting the Keysight Recovery System, the S9110A reboots. Additional recovery steps may be required to fully recover the system to a more current working state. This could involve restoring your own backups of the S9110A configuration, including re-installing applications, data, and performing system customizations.
  • Page 117 — 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 S9110A being updated.
  • Page 118 1. Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the S9110A. 2. If the S9110A is not already running, power it up and allow it to boot up completely. 3. Close the S9110A measurement application if it is running. Right-click in the application window, and select elect Utility >...
  • Page 119 S9110A Operating System System Maintenance Step Notes 4. Under the System Startup section, uncheck the "Time to display a list of operating systems" checkbox, or select the "Time to display recovery option when needed" checkbox and change the number of seconds to delay for it.

  • Page 120: Instrument Software Installation

    Access the file for the removable drive, then proceed to step 1. This installation may involve updating of FPGA devices within the S9110A. During the installation, DO NOT power off the S9110A 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 121 S9110A Operating System Instrument software installation Step Notes 3. Wait while the system checks for required updates, and uninstalls the previous version of the software. 4. Wait while the new During installation, you may see additional windows open briefly, showing that FPGA version of the changes or other changes are being made.
  • Page 122 7. After reboot, allow The Service Manager may show a message saying that it is unable to find an S9110A Service Manager to System Configuration. If this occurs, close the Service Manager window by clicking the configure the system close icon at the upper right corner of the window.
  • Page 123 S9110A Operating System Instrument software installation Step Notes 10. Restart the Service Re-launch the Service Manager from the Start menu, in the Keysight S910xA Manager from the folder. Windows Start menu. 11. The Service Be patient during this step: the startup process for the Service Manager takes about 4...
  • Page 124 S9110A Operating System Instrument software installation User’s Guide...

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    The following topics can be found in this section: “Basic Operational Check” on page 126 “Identifying Problems” on page 132 “System Components” on page 133 “Where to get technical help” on page 135 “Returning the S9110A for Service” on page 136...

  • Page 126: 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 M1742A/M1749B remote radio head.
  • Page 127 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 128 Troubleshooting Basic Operational Check Step 3. Select RF Output and RF Input ports. In this procedure the M1742A/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 click on the Input/Output column at the top of the measurement screen to open a menu below it.
  • Page 129 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 130 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 131 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 132: Identifying Problems

    If the status indicator on the M1742A/M1749B is not lit, or if it appears that signals are not being exchanged with the Device Under Test check the following: 1. Are the RF cables connected appropriately between the S9110A and the measurement instrument? (See “Cabling the M1742A/M1749B” on page 30.)

  • Page 133: System Components

    No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers. Because instruments interior to the S9110A are sometimes referred to in the Service Manager, the System menus, and in error messages, the diagrams below are provided to indicate what these system components are and how they interface with exterior connectors.
  • Page 134 Troubleshooting System Components Figure 6-10 S9110A with 1 M1749B TRX module User’s Guide...

  • Page 135: 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 To contact Keysight Technologies: http://www.keysight.com/find/contactus Also, see “Locations for Keysight Technologies” on page 137. User’s Guide...

  • Page 136: Returning The S9110A For Service

    Calling Keysight Technologies Keysight Technologies has offices around the world to provide you with complete support for the S9110A. To obtain servicing information, or to order replacement parts, contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office listed under “Locations for Keysight Technologies” on page 137.

  • Page 137: Locations For Keysight Technologies

    Troubleshooting Returning the S9110A 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 138 Troubleshooting Returning the S9110A for Service User’s Guide...

  • Page 139: Safety & Environmental Information

    “Safety” on page 142 “Environmental Conditions (Operating)” on page 143 “EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)” on page 144 “Ventilation” on page 145 “Power Requirements (S9110A)” on page 146 “Power Requirements (M1742A/M1749B)” on page 146 “Using Accessories” on page 148 “Location and Mounting” on page 148 “Weight and Dimensions”...

  • Page 140: Elements Of The System

    Safety & Environmental Information Elements of the System Elements of the System The three main elements of the S9110A 5G Multi-Band Vector Transceiver will be referred to in this guide as follows: — S9110A (source/analyzer instruments enclosed in PXIe chassis) —...

  • Page 141: Warning Statements And Symbols

    Safety & 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 142: Safety

    Safety & 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. Safety Compliance This product complies with the essential requirements of the European Low Voltage Directive as well as current editions of the following standards (dates...

  • Page 143: Environmental Conditions (Operating)

    This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY 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 144: 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 145: Ventilation

    Do not place the S9110A against any surface in such a way as to block its ventilation openings. Interfering with ventilation airflow can cause the system to overheat.

  • Page 146: Power Requirements (S9110A)

    Safety & Environmental Information Power Requirements (S9110A) Power Requirements (S9110A) 100/120V, 1200W MAX 220/240V, 1300W MAX 50/60 Hz The input terminals for this product are classified as Measurement Category None. The instrument can operate with mains supply voltage fluctuations up to +10% of the nominal voltage.
  • Page 147 Safety & Environmental Information Power Requirements (M1742A/M1749B) The main power cord is the system disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply This is a Safety Protection Class I Product (provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact.

  • Page 148: Using Accessories

    (which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator) may be used as a disconnecting device. Weight and Dimensions The weight and dimensions of the S9110A are as follows: — Weight: 23 kg (24 kg with option BK1) — Height: 197.8 mm —...

  • Page 149: Electrical Safety

    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 150: 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 S9110A connector for the first time each day, momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable together.

  • Page 151: Instrument Maintenance

    Safety & 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 well-ventilated area.
  • Page 152 Safety & Environmental Information Instrument Maintenance User’s Guide...
  • Page 153 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2023 Edition 1, January 2023 S9110-90013 www.keysight.com...
  • Page 154 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2023 Edition 2, October 2023 S9110-90013 www.keysight.com...

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