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Keysight E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Signal Generators INSTALLATION GUIDE...
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PERFORMANCE OF THIS to the public to use, modify, DOCUMENT OR ANY INFORMATION reproduce, release, perform, CONTAINED HEREIN. SHOULD display, or disclose commercial KEYSIGHT AND THE USER HAVE A computer software or SEPARATE WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH WARRANTY TERMS commercial computer software...
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URLs, according to the name of your product: http://www.keysight.com/find/psg 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 instrument damage can be found at: www.keysight.com/find/PreventingInstrumentRepair...
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— Getting Started with Remote Operation Programming Guide — Using IO Interfaces — Programming Examples — Programming the Status Register System — Creating and Downloading Waveform Files — Creating and Downloading User-Data Files Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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— Digital Signal Interface Module Commands — SCPI Command Compatibility — Troubleshooting Service Guide — Replaceable Parts — Assembly Replacement — Post-Repair Procedures — Safety and Regulatory Information — Key function description Key Reference Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
Keysight PSG Signal Generators E8257D, E8267D, and E8663D Installation Guide Safety Information Instrument Markings The following markings are used on the signal generator. Familiarize yourself with each marking and its meaning before operating the signal generator. The instruction manual symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the manual.
Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex 1, this product is classed as a “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product. Do not dispose in domestic household waste. To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office, or see http://www.keysight.com/environment/product/ for more information.
Keysight PSG Signal Generators E8257D, E8267D, and E8663D Installation Guide Getting Started Checking the Shipment 1. Inspect the shipping container for damage. Signs of damage may include a dented or torn shipping container or cushioning material that shows signs of unusual stress or compacting.
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1250-2188 Adapter, 1.85mm (female–female) 85058–60114 5. If a -installed software license is part of the instrument order, verify its installation using the directions outlined in “Verifying Pre-Installed Software License” on page Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
— Signal Studio software: www.keysight.com/find/signalstudio — TME software: www.keysight.com/find/calibrationsoftware If the software license(s) was ordered with the instrument for pre-installation and it does not show in the instrument, please contact Keysight Technologies: www.keysight.com/find/contactus Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
* from 40°C to 55°C, the maximum % Relative Humidity follows the line of constant dew point This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and POLLUTION DEGREE 2, per IEC 61010 and IEC 60664, respectively. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
10°C from the lowest of the maximum operating temperature of a single instrument. If there are any concerns or special requirements a Keysight Field Engineer should be consulted to assure instrument(s) temperature compliance and performance.
Damage to the signal generator may result if the supply voltage is not within the specified range. The instruments can operate with mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ± 10% of the nominal voltage. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
2. Install the signal generator so that one of the following items is readily identifiable and easily reached by the operator: AC power cord, alternative switch, or circuit breaker. 3. Insert the mains plug into a socket outlet provided with a protective earth grounding. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
The normal display mode for the signal generator is dark text on a light background. Inverse video mode is light text on a dark background. Inverse video is a persistent state; it is not affected by a signal generator preset or power cycle. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
When toggled off, commands executed via the remote control bus will not update the signal generator’s display. Update-in-remote mode is set to off at the factory. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
IP address, press the Clear Text softkey. To remotely access the signal generator from a different LAN subnet, you must also enter the subnet mask and default gateway. See your system administrator to obtain the appropriate values. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
3. Press the desired baud rate softkey. 4. Press RS-232 Echo Off On. This toggles the state of the SCPI echoing on the RS-232 connection. Set as desired. 5. Press Reset RS-232. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
E8267D Data Sheet • available options 5989-0697EN • warranted specifications and typical performance E8663D Data Sheet • available options 5990-4136EN • warranted specifications and typical performance Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
Use a dry cloth, or one slightly dampened with water, to clean the external case parts. To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Keysight E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Signal Generators from mains before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts.
2. Call the phone number listed on the Internet (http://www.keysight.com/find/assist) that is specific to your geographic location. If you do not have access to the Internet, contact your Keysight field engineer. After sharing information regarding the signal generator and its condition, you will receive information regarding where to ship your signal generator for repair.
Keysight PSG Signal Generators E8257D, E8267D, and E8663D Installation Guide Operation Verification For the instrument to meet performance specifications allow a warm up period of 45 minutes within an operational temperature range of 0 to 55 °C. For more information, refer to the PSG signal generator Data Sheet.
2. If the self-test continues to fail, send the signal generator to an Keysight service center for repair, with a detailed description of the failed test(s) and any other error messages that appeared on the display.
“Maximum Leveled Power Check Failure” on page 31 for further instructions. 12.Press Sweep > Off. 13.Repeat steps 5 through 12 for each frequency range specific to your instrument model number and options. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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15 dBm 250.1 kHz 3.2 GHz 15 dBm 3.21 GHz 9 GHz a. Option 1EH or and Option UNW can degrade Option 1EA’s maximum power specifications. Refer to the Data Sheet. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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3.2 GHz 15 dBm 22 dBm 14 dBm 21 dBm 3.21 GHz 9 GHz a. With 1EH low-pass filters below 2 GHz switched off. With filters on, this specification applies >2 GHz. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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3.2 GHz 15 dBm 22 dBm 14 dBm 21 dBm 3.21 GHz 9 GHz a. With 1EH low-pass filters below 2 GHz switched off. With filters on, this specification applies >2 GHz. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
1. Verify the limits for that particular option using the data sheet. 2. If the Unlocked annunciator is displayed, refer to the Troubleshooting chapter of the E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Signal Generators Service Guide. 3. Ensure that the RF OUTPUT connector is connected to a 50Ω load.
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Type-N (f) Type-N (f) adapter Adapter, Keysight 11900B 2.4 mm (f) to (f) 2.4 mm (f) to (f) adapter Adapter, Keysight 3.5 (f) to (f) 1250-1749 APC 3.5 (f) to (f) adapter Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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Recommended Keysight Test Equipment Power Meter Keysight E4418B E-Series power meter or Keysight E4419A/B E-Series power meter Power Sensor, Keysight E9304A E-Series power sensor Input: Type-N (m) or Keysight 8482A power sensor Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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2. Connect the equipment as shown: 3. Press Preset. 4. Press RF On/Off. The RF On annunciator is now displayed. 5. Press Mod On/Off. The Mod Off annunciator is now displayed. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
3. Verify the power sensor is properly calibrated to the power meter. If the problem continues, perform a Power Level Accuracy performance test. Refer to the Troubleshooting chapter of the E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Signal Generators Service Guide. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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Operation Verification Checking the Output Power Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
Certification Keysight Technologies certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Keysight Technologies further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology, to the extent allowed by the Institute’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other...
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This product may have some performance loss (non-harmonics up to -45 dBc at 1kHz offset) when exposed to 3V/m ambient radio frequency EM fields in the range of 800 MHz - 5 GHz when tested per IEC 61000-4-3. Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide...
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RS-232 configuration equipment, test European Community (CE) trademark screen saver adjustment self-test front handle kit service, Keysight sales and service offices shipment, checking standby symbol German noise requirements Statement of Complience GPIB configuration symbols handles, kits...
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output power self-test ventilation requirements verification, operation...
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