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Keysight X-Series
Signal Analyzer
This manual provides documentation for the following X-Series
Analyzers running the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system:
Signal Analyzer N9042B
Getting Started and
Troubleshooting
Guide
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Notices
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Manual Part Number
N9042-90001
Publication Date
February 2021
Supersedes: December 2020
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to, could result in damage to the
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notice until the indicated conditions
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In This Guide…
This guide contains the following information:
1 Quick-Start
This chapter explains how to initialize the signal analyzer and view a signal.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features
Refer to this chapter for information on front- and rear-panel key functionality, and display annotations.
3 Instrument Operating System
This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows 10 configuration and the settings used with the Keysight
instrument software.
4 Using Windows Tools
The information in this chapter provides some guidelines for using the Microsoft Windows 10 feature capabilities
with the signal analyzer.
5 Troubleshooting
This chapter details some basic steps that may solve any problems you are experiencing with either the signal
analyzer or Microsoft Windows 10.
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Where to Find the Latest Information
Documentation is updated periodically. For the latest information about these products, including
instrument software upgrades, application information, and product information, browse to one of the
following URLs, according to the name of your product:
http://www.keysight.com/find/N9042B
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:
http://www.keysight.com/find/PreventingInstrumentRepair
Is your product software up-to-date?
Periodically, Keysight releases software updates to fix known defects and incorporate product
enhancements. To search for software updates for your product, go to the Keysight Technical Support
website at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/sa_software
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Contents
1 Quick Start
Initial Inspection 10
Verify the Contents 10
Shipping Problems? 10
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements 11
Locating the Analyzer 11
Cooling and Rack Mounting 11
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time 12
Initializing the Analyzer 12
Instrument Power Down Process 16
Contents
Recommended Instrument Shut Down 16
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls 17
Instrument Information 18
Power Requirements 18
Protecting Against Overpowering 19
Environmental and Regulatory Information 20
Instrument Maintenance 22
Protecting against electrostatic discharge 24
2 Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features 26
Display Features 29
Invalid Data Indicator 29
Screen Tabs 30
Meas Bar 31
Measurement Display 32
Menu Panel 33
Bottom Bar 35
Rear-Panel Features 36
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Front and Rear Panel Symbols 38
3 Instrument Operating System
Microsoft Windows 40
Installed Software 40
Signal Analyzer Software 40
Vector Signal Analyzer Software 40
Customer installation of software 41
3rd Party Software Verified by Keysight 41
Installation of Other 3rd Party Software 41
User Accounts 42
Administrator Account 42
Instrument Accounts 42
Keysight Only User Account 42
Service User Accounts 42
Customer Creation of Accounts 42
Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options 44
Fixed Licenses 44
Transportable Licenses 44
Network Licenses 45
USB Portable Licenses 45
Configuring Network and USB Licenses 46
Licensing New Measurement Application Software -
After Initial Purchase 47
Installation Procedure Over USB for Fixed Licenses 47
Windows Configuration 49
Settings that Can Be Changed 49
Settings that Must Not Be Changed 50
Autoplay/Autorun 51
Configuring Printers 52
Configuring LAN 53
Hostname 53
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IP Address & Gateway 53
Connecting To A Network Shared Folder 53
Windows Security 55
Windows Firewall 55
Automatic Updates 55
Virus Protection 56
Spyware Protection 56
System Maintenance 57
Backup 57
System Restore 57
Disk Defragmenting 57
USB Connections 58
Disk Drive Partitioning and Use 60
Contents
Backing-up Factory Calibration Data Using Alignment Data Wizard 60
Disk Drive Recovery Process 64
Updating the Software (required after a recovery) 66
4 Using Windows Tools
Navigating Windows Without a Mouse 70
Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely 71
Overview of Remote Desktop Operation 71
Setting Up Remote Desktop Operation 72
How to Locate the Computer Name of the Instrument 73
Running a Remote Desktop Session 74
Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely 80
Browsers that support the X-Series Signal Analyzer Embedded Web Server
(these versions or later) 80
Accessing the instrument through the Internet 80
Controlling the Instrument 82
Enabling SCPI Control of the Instrument 83
Selecting the Get Image Tab 83
Selecting the Transfer Data Tab 84
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Selecting the Save/Recall Tab 84
Selecting the Docs/Links Tab 85
Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks 86
Windows Shortcuts (key combinations) 86
Windows Taskbar Auto-hide Feature 87
5 Troubleshooting
Check the Basics 90
Problems with Microsoft Windows 10 92
Returning an Analyzer for Service 93
Calling Keysight Technologies 93
Locations for Keysight Technologies 94
Read the Warranty 94
Service Options 95
Packaging the Instrument 96
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Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzers
N9042B
Getting Started and Troubleshooting Guide
1 Quick Start
This section explains how to initialize the Signal Analyzer and view a signal.
The following topics can be found in this section:
“Initial Inspection” on page 10
“Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements” on page 11
“Turning on the Analyzer the First Time” on page 12
“Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls” on page 17
“Instrument Information” on page 18
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Initial Inspection
Initial Inspection
Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress.
Retain the shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship the
analyzer to another location or to Keysight Technologies for service.
Verify the Contents
Verify the shipping container contents using the box contents list.
Shipping Problems?
If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the container are
incomplete:
— Contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office.
— Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection.
— If you must return an analyzer to Keysight Technologies, use the original (or
comparable) shipping materials. See “Returning an Analyzer for Service”
on page 93.
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Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements
Locating the Analyzer
Make sure that the fan inlet and exhaust vent areas on the sides of the analyzer
are not obstructed. The minimal required clearance is 2 inches. Airflow
restrictions cause additional airflow noise and cause the fans to speed up so
they can draw in enough air for the required cooling. This results in excessive
audible noise.
Cooling and Rack Mounting
Do not rack mount the analyzer side-by-side with any other instrument with
side-by-side ventilation. Make sure the exhaust air from the first instrument is
directed away from the inlet of the second unit. If the pre-heated air from the
first instrument is directed into the second instrument, it can cause excessive
operating temperatures in the second unit and can cause instrument failures.
When facing the rear panel, the analyzer draws air in from the left side and
exhausts air from the right side.
More than one person is required to lift or carry this instrument.
Alternately a mechanical lift can be used to eliminate the risk of
personal injury.
Safety of any system incorporating the equipment is the responsibility
olf the assembler of the system.
When installing the product in a cabinet, the convection into and out of
the product must not be restricted. The ambient temperature (outside the
cabinet) must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the
product by 4° C for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total
power dissipated in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts, then forced
convection must be used.
This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry
standards and has been supplied in 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.
Only Keysight approved accessories shall be used.
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Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Initial power-on of the analyzer can be accomplished using the following
methods:
Initializing the Analyzer
Proper Ergonomics should be considered when using accessories such as a keyboard or a
mouse.
Steps Actions Notes
1. Power on the analyzer a. Position the analyzer so
you have easy access to
the power cord and plug
it in.
b. Press the power switch
(located in the lower left
corner of the analyzer’s
front panel) to turn the
analyzer on.
2. Viewing the End-User
License Agreement
After a brief startup, the following window appears giving you information about the
End-User License Agreement.
See
“Instrument Location and Rack
Mounting Requirements
Requirements” on page 18
The analyzer can require more than 5 minutes to
power-on.
The Keysight Technologies screen appears followed by a
screen that allows you to select Windows10 or the
Recovery option.
and “Power
for more details.
At this time, it is safe to turn off the instrument before initializing the software. See
“Instrument Power Down Process” on page 16 for more details.
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Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
3. Reboot and log on
If you do not check the “Do not show this message again” check box, this message will be displayed
each time the analyzer is turned on. No application will start while this message is displayed. Before
continuing, make sure that you carefully read the Anti-Virus message and determine what action is
appropriate.
4. Disable the Anti-Virus
message
select
OK.
Continue.
— Select
— Select the check box and
When the instrument restarts, the following message
window appears:
This window
appears and covers
the Launch window.
Messages similar to the following continue to appear:
5. When the installation
is complete, you
should see a display
like this:
Several required processes continue.
The application initializes
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Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
6. Set user interface
language
a. On the instrument,
System, User
select
Interface tab
b. Choose the desired
language from the
Language drop-down
menu.
.
The System key is the in the upper right corner of
the screen.
7. Verify the installation a. On the instrument,
select
System, Show
System.
b. Verify that the
purchased
application(s) appear in
the list or have an
entitlement certificate.
If you require further assistance, contact the Keysight
support team.
Online assistance:
http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
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Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
8. View a signal
a. Select
RF Calibrator,
50 MHz.
b. Select
select
Frequency
c. Select
The 50 MHz reference signal appears on the
display.
Input/Output,
FREQ, then
Center
, 50 MHz.
Span, 50 MHz.
This routes the internal 50 MHz signal to the analyzer
input.
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Instrument Power Down Process
Instrument Power Down Process
The following steps ensure that your data is saved before the instrument shuts
down.
Recommended Instrument Shut Down
Step
1. Briefly press the front panel power button.
Do not hold the button down (since this signals the processor
to immediately shut down before saving data, which could
potentially cause disk corruption).
The instrument will begin the power down sequence where the instrument
2.
performs clean-up activities such as closing applications and writing data to
disk. The “Shutting Down” Message will appear on screen.
Do not disconnect the AC power at this time. It is important
that the instrument be able to complete all power down
activities before power is interrupted.
3.
When the display goes blank, the fans stop, and the front panel yellow standby
light turns on,
4. You may safely remove the power cable at this time.
the instrument is completely shut down.
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Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls
No third-party anti-virus software is shipped with the analyzer. It is
recommended that you install anti-virus software if your analyzer is connected
to the LAN. Check with your IT department to see what they recommend.
Do not modify the default network settings as this may cause problems with
the operating system of the analyzer.
The analyzer is shipped with the Windows 10 firewall enabled and Windows
Defender.
To adjust Windows Defender settings you must be logged in as an "administrator" (default password:"Keysight4u!"). Minimize the X-Series Application, click
the Start button and type: defender. Then click on Windows Defender from the
Best match column.
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Instrument Information
Instrument Information
Power Requirements
The only physical installation of your Keysight signal analyzer is a connection
to a power source. Line voltage does not need to be selected.
This analyzer does not contain customer serviceable fuses.
The instruments can operate with mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10%
of the nominal voltage.
This is a Safety Class 1 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. Any interruption of the
protective conductor inside or outside of the product is likely to make the
product dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Failure to ground the analyzer properly can result in personal injury. Before
turning on the analyzer, you must connect its protective earth terminals to the
protective conductor of the main power cable. Insert the main power cable plug
into a socket outlet that has a protective earth contact only. DO NOT defeat the
earth-grounding protection by using an extension cable, power cable, or
autotransformer without a protective ground conductor.
This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2
and Measurement Category None.
This instrument has autoranging line voltage input. Be sure the supply voltage is
within the specified range.
The Mains wiring and connectors shall be compatible with the connector used in the premise
electrical system. Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using the correct
components may cause product damage, and serious injury.
AC Power Cord
The analyzer is equipped with a three-wire power cord, in accordance with
international safety standards. This cable grounds the analyzer cabinet when
connected to an appropriate power line outlet. The cable appropriate to the
original shipping location is included with the analyzer.
Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product. Failure to
ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord can cause product
damage.
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Instrument Information
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.
Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable
and easily reached by the operator. The detachable power cord is the
instrument disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits from the
mains supply before other parts of the instrument. The front panel switch is only
a standby switch and is not a LINE switch. Alternatively, an externally installed
switch or circuit breaker (which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by
the operator) may be used as a disconnecting device.
Protecting Against Overpowering
The input circuitry of the analyzer can be damaged by applying signals that
exceed the maximum safe input level of +30 dBm average total power or +/-
0.2 Vdc (when DC coupled) or +/- 70 Vdc (when AC coupled). If the instrument
signal path is set to Full Bypass, the maximum safe input level is reduced.
Refer to the analyzer's specification guide for more details regarding the
Maximum Safe Input Level. Repairing damage to the input circuitry can be
expensive.
If the analyzer will be used to measure signals which might be near the
maximum safe input level, use external attenuators and/or limiters to help
protect the analyzer input. The External Gain, amplitude Corrections, and/or
Ref Lvl Offset features may be used to compensate for the gains and losses of
external devices. External Gain and Corrections are under the Input/Output
menu and Ref Lvl Offset is under the AMPTD Y-Scale menu.
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Instrument Information
Environmental and Regulatory Information
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. Test Methods are aligned with IEC 60068-2 and levels are
similar to MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3.
Regulatory Information
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.
The V3050A SA Frequency Extender complies with the following
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) compliances:
EMC Compliance
This product complies with the essential requirements of the European EMC
Directive as well as current editions of the following standards (dates and
editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity):
—IEC/EN 61326-1
—CISPR Pub 11 Group 1, Class A
—AS/NZS CISPR 11
—ICES/NMB-001
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. Cet appareil ISM est
conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
This is a sensitive measurement apparatus by design and may have some performance
loss (up to 25 dBm above the Spurious Responses, Residual specification of –100 dBm)
when exposed to 3V/m ambient continuous electromagnetic phenomenon in the range
of 80 MHz to 6 GHz (similar to those used in testing per IEC 61000-4-3).
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Instrument Information
South Korean Class A EMC declaration
This equipment has been conformity assessed for use in business
environments. In a residential environment this equipment may cause radio
interference.
Regulatory Markings
The table below lists the definitions of markings that may be on or with the
product.
ccr.keysight@keysight.com
The CE marking is a registered trademark of the European Community. It indicates that
the product complies with all relevant directives.
ICES/NMB-001 indicates that this ISM device complies with the Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
ISM GRP 1-A Class A indicates that this is an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1
Class A product.
The Keysight email address is required by EU directives applicable to our product.
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.
The RCM mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Communications and Media
Authority.
This WEEE symbol indicates separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment,
mandated under EU law as of August 13, 2005. All electric and electronic equipment are
required to be separated from normal waste for disposal.
South Korean Certification (KC) mark. It includes the marking’s identifier code in the
format shown.
The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is
necessary for the user to refer to the instruction in the documentation.
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Instrument Information
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
2002/96/EC
This instrument complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking
requirement. This affixed product label indicates that you must not discard this
electrical or electronic product in domestic household waste.
Product Category
With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive Annex 1, this
instrument is classified as a “Monitoring and Control Instrument” product.
The affixed product label is as shown below.
Do not dispose in domestic household waste.
To return this unwanted instrument, contact your nearest Keysight Service
Center, or visit
http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/environment/takeback.shtml
for more information.
Instrument Maintenance
Cleaning the Instrument
To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the signal analyzer from mains before
cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the
external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally.
Cleaning Connectors
Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument power
cord removed, and in a well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture
to evaporate, and the fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument.
Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a tightly
closed container. It is extremely flammable. In case of fire, use alcohol foam, dry
chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be ineffective.
Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. It causes skin irritation, may cause eye damage, and is harmful
if swallowed or inhaled. It may be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
In case of spill, soak up with sand or earth. Flush spill area with water.
Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and
local environmental regulations.
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Instrument Information
Battery Information
The analyzer uses a lithium battery located on the CPU board. This is not an
operator replaceable part. See “Returning an Analyzer for Service” on
page 93. Replaceable parts must be approved or supplied by Keysight
Technologies.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type recommended. Discard used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not throw batteries away but collect as small chemical waste.
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Instrument Information
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.
— Before connecting any coaxial cable to an analyzer connector for the first
time each day, momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the
cable together.
— Personnel should be grounded with a 1 MΩ resistor-isolated wrist-strap
before touching the center pin of any connector and before removing any
assembly from the analyzer.
— Be sure that all instruments are properly earth-grounded to prevent
build-up of static charge.
— Perform work on all components or assemblies at a static-safe workstation.
— Keep static-generating materials at least one meter away from all
components.
— Store or transport components in static-shielding containers.
— Always handle printed circuit board assemblies by the edges. This reduces
the possibility of ESD damage to components and prevent contamination of
exposed plating.
Additional Information About ESD
For more information about ESD and how to prevent ESD damage, contact the
Electrostatic Discharge Association (http://www.esda.org). The ESD standards
developed by this agency are sanctioned by the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI).
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Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzers
N9042B
Getting Started and Troubleshooting Guide
2 Front and Rear Panel Features
This section describes the following features:
“Front-Panel Features” on page 26
“Display Features” on page 29
“Rear-Panel Features” on page 36
“Front and Rear Panel Symbols” on page 38
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Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features
Front-Panel Features
Item
Description
# Name
1 Measurement Keys These keys (in the shaded area) enable you to set the parameters used for making
measurements in the current Mode and Measurement.
2 Preset Keys Mode Preset - local to the current mode, global to all measurements in the mode,
affects most but not all parameters in the mode, does not affect Input/Output or
System variables
User Preset - local to the current mode, global to all measurements in the mode,
affects all parameters in the mode as well as the Input/Output variables. Does not
affect System variables.
3 Save/Recall Keys Save - enables you to save states, traces, screen images and other items from the
analyzer to files on the analyzer’s internal storage, to removable devices, and to
directories on the network.
Quick Save - enables you to repeat the previous Save. Whatever you saved before
gets saved again to the same directory.
Recall - enables you to recall previously saved states, traces and other items to the
analyzer from files on the analyzer’s internal storage, from removable devices, and
from directories on the network.
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Front-Panel Features
Item
Description
# Name
4 Sweep Keys Single/Cont - toggles between single and continuous measurement sweeps.
Restart - restarts the measurement.
5 Mode/Measurement Key This key enables you to select the desired Mode (measurement application),
Measurement, and/or View.
6 Enter and Arrow Keys The Enter key terminates data entry when either no unit of measure is needed, or you
want to use the current unit.
The arrow keys:
— Increment and decrement the value of the current measurement
selection. (up/down = large increment, left/right = small increment)
— Navigate within tables.
7 Knob Increments and decrements the value of the current active function.
8 Utility Keys The following keys are available in the Utility section:
Numeric key pad
System
Help
Local/Cancel/(Esc)
Back-space
Delete
Control
Alt
Undo/Redo
Touch On/Off
Onscreen Keyboard
Tab
9 RF Input Connector for inputting an external signal. Make sure that the total power of all
signals at the analyzer input does not exceed +30 dBm (1 watt).
10 USB 3.0, Type A Connectors Standard USB 3.0 ports, Type A Connect to external peripherals such as a mouse,
keyboard, DVD drive, or hard drive. USB 3.0 connectors are capable of higher data
throughput that is required for certain peripherals. If your peripheral device has a
"blue" USB connector, you should connect it to a USB connector with a blue colored
insulator to ensure that it works as advertised.
11 USB 2.0, Type A Connectors
The two USB connectors in the
middle)
12 USB 3.0, Type C Connector USB 3.0 Type C. Provides charging power for other devices.
High IF In (Option EXW) Connection to V3050A frequency extender.
13
14 High LO Out (Option EXW) Connection to V3050A frequency extender.
15 Ext Mixer Provides LO output signal to and receives IF input signals from an external mixer. See
16 Cal Out Internal calibrator output.
Standard USB 2.0 ports, Type A Connect to external peripherals such as a mouse,
keyboard, DVD drive, or hard drive.
the Specifications Guide for details on signal levels.
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Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features
Item
Description
# Name
17 Power Standby/ On Turns the analyzer on. A green light indicates power on. A yellow light indicates
standby mode.
The front-panel switch is a standby switch, not a LINE switch
(disconnecting device). The analyzer continues to draw
power even when the front-panel switch is in standby.
The main power cord can be used as the system
disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits from
the mains supply.
18 Wide IF Out (Option CRW) Wide bandwidth IF output.
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Display Features
Display Features
This section describes the regions of the display.
Invalid Data Indicator
The invalid data indicator is displayed whenever the data on the display
does not match the settings of the analyzer. The most common example
of this is when instrument settings have changed in the time since the data in
the traces on the display was taken. This means that the screen annotation
cannot be guaranteed to match the trace data. For example, if you change
Center Frequency, the invalid data indicator will display until a new sweep has
completed.
If any Trace is in View mode (displaying but not updating) and analyzer settings
are changed, the invalid data indicator will display as long as that trace
remains in View. Traces that are blanked do not turn on the invalid data
indicator.
Not all analyzer settings require display of the invalid data indicator when they
change, only changes that require a new acquisition will cause it to display.
For example, changing the Y-Axis scale of the analyzer does not cause the
invalid data indicator to display, unless the attenuation changes.
Also, the invalid data indicator is turned on:
— When the counter is turned on, until the completion of the first count
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Display Features
— When a trace is imported from mass storage and the trace’s parameters do
not match the current analyzer settings
— When a trace is sent to the analyzer from a remote interface (since there is
no way to know if its settings match)
The Data Invalid Indicator has an associated status bit that can be checked at any time
to see if it is on.
Screen Tabs
Along the top of the display are tabs, one for each measurement screen you
have defined. Tap the icon to create a new tab as a "clone" of the current
measurement, which can be changed once it is created:
Tap the current screen tab (or press the Mode/Meas hardkey) to display the
following dialog:
This dialog allows you to choose a Mode, Measurement and View.
When you select a mode, the measurements that are available in the mode are
displayed in the Measurement column.
When you select the desired measurement, the views available for the
measurement are displayed under the View column.
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Display Features
You can have up to 16 measurement tabs, but only 6 can be viewed at one
time. If the tabs overfill the top bar, they scroll left and right using the arrows to
the left and right of the tabs.
You switch screens by touching the tabs. To view multiple screens, press the
Meas Bar
The Meas Bar shows general measurement settings and information. The
annotations on this bar can be used to change settings. Tap anywhere in the
annotation box to access the drop-down panel that contains relevant
parameters. The following graphic shows some of the drop-down menus and
the parameters they contain.
icon on the Bottom Bar.
Indicates single/continuous measurement.
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Display Features
Measurement Display
This area shows the measurement results in graphical and tabular form. You
can interact with this area using pinch, drag, scroll and tap gestures.
On the signal:
Horizontal pinch - changes the span of the analyzer
Horizontal drag - changes the center frequency
Vertical pinch - changes the vertical scaling
Vertical drag - changes the reference level
Markers may be moved by dragging them to the desired location
Touch and hold - simulates a right click
Swipe scroll - allows you to view information that extends beyond the window
area. When you begin to scroll, the scroll bar appears and fades once you stop
scrolling.
The annotation drop-downs in the window area allow you to change
parameters. The window title drop-down allows you to resize the windows in
the multi-window format. When you tap in those areas, the drop-down control
menus appear as shown in the following graphic.
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Display Features
Menu Panel
At the top of the menu panels are two icons:
The Preset icon accesses the following control menu:
The System icon accesses the following dialog:
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Display Features
The hardkey drop-down panel contains the measurement controls. These are
the same as the hardkeys in the shaded area of the keypad:
You can select functions using either the keypad or the drop-down menu.
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Notice that the Frequency panel has a Settings tab on the right side. Other
panels may have multiple tabs. The tabs access controls for the particular
parameter noted on the tab.
Bottom Bar
The bottom bar contains several icons that access various controls.
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Rear-Panel Features
Rear-Panel Features
Item
# Name
1 EXT REF IN Input for an external frequency reference signal.
2 10 MHz OUT An output of the analyzer internal 10 MHz frequency reference that the analyzer is
currently using internally.
3 SNS Series Noise Source For use with Keysight N4000A, N4001A, N4002A Smart Noise Sources (SNS).
4 Noise Source Drive +28 V
(Pulsed)
5 TRIGGER 1 IN Allows external triggering of measurements.
6 TRIGGER 2 IN Allows external triggering of measurements.
7 Sync Reserved for future use.
8 TRIGGER 1 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the analyzer.
9 TRIGGER 2 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the analyzer.
For use with Keysight 346A, 346B, and 346C Noise Sources.
Configurable from the Input/Output keys.
Configurable from the Input/Output keys.
Description
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Rear-Panel Features
Item
# Name
10 Analog Out For Option YAS:
Screen Video
For Option YAV:
Screen Video
Log Video
Linear Video
For Option EMC or N9063C or N9063EM0E Analog Demod Measurement
Application:
Demod Audio
11 Digital Bus Reserved for future use
12 Aux IF Out For Option CR3:
Second IF Out
For Option CRP:
Arbitrary IF Out
For Option ALV:
Log Video
13 Line power input The AC power connection. See the product specifications for more details.
Description
14 Removable Disk Drive Standard on all analyzers.
15 VGA Allows connection of an external VGA monitor.
16 DisplayPort Used for video output. Accepts a standard mini-display port connector, or
adapter for connection of an external monitor.
17 LAN/USB A TCP/IP Interface that is used for remote analyzer operation.
USB 2.0 port, Type A Connect to external peripherals such as a mouse, keyboard,
printer, DVD drive, or hard drive.
18 USB Connector USB 3.0 port, Type B. USB TMC (test and measurement class) connects to an
external PC controller to control the instrument and for data transfers over a 480
Mbps link.
19 USB Connectors Standard USB 3.0 ports, Type A. Connect to external peripherals such as a
mouse, keyboard, printer, DVD drive, or hard drive.
20 PCIe X4 Reserved for future use.
21 GPIB A General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB, IEEE 488.1) connection that can be used
for remote analyzer operation.
22 Trigger 3 In Allows external triggering of instruments.
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Front and Rear Panel Symbols
Front and Rear Panel Symbols
This symbol marks the standby position of the power line
This symbol indicates the input power required is AC.
The instruction documentation symbol. The product is
The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European
The Keysight email address is required by EU directives
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the CSA
switch.
marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to
refer to instructions in the documentation.
Community (if accompanied by a year, it is the year when the
design was proven). It indicates that the product complies
with all relevant directives.
applicable to our product.
International.
The RCM mark is a registered trademark of the Australian
Communications and Media Authority.
This is a symbol of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group
1 Class A product. (CISPR 11, Clause5).
I This is a marking to indicate product compliance with the
Industry Canada Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
(ICES-001); Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB
du Canada.
South Korean Certification (KC) mark; includes the marking’s
identifier code which follows this format:
R-R-Kst-ZZZZZZZZZ.
This WEEE symbol indicates separate collection for electrical
and electronic equipment mandated under EU law as of
August 13, 2005. All electric and electronic equipment are
required to be separated from normal waste for disposal.
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.
Universal recycling symbol.This symbol indicates compliance
with the China standard GB 18455-2001 as required by the
China RoHS regulations for paper/fiberboard packaging.
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Getting Started and Troubleshooting Guide
3 Instrument Operating System
This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows 10, configuration and the
settings used with the Keysight instrument software. It includes information
about changing some of the system settings. And it describes the Windows
operating system configuration and the software installations that are present
on the Disk Drive when the instrument leaves the factory.
It is possible to use the front panel and touchscreen for changing operating
system configuration items, but it is easier to perform these tasks with a USB
mouse and external keyboard. For more useful shortcuts, see “Navigating
Windows Without a Mouse” on page 70.
The following topics can be found in this chapter:
“Microsoft Windows” on page 40
“Installed Software ” on page 40
“Customer installation of software” on page 41
“User Accounts” on page 42
“Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options” on page 44
“Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase”
on page 47
“Windows Configuration” on page 49
“Configuring Printers” on page 52
“Configuring LAN” on page 53
“Windows Security” on page 55
“System Maintenance” on page 57
“USB Connections” on page 58
“Disk Drive Partitioning and Use” on page 60
“Disk Drive Recovery Process” on page 64
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Instrument Operating System
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows
Your instrument has Microsoft Windows installed at the factory. Keysight has
already configured many of the settings in Microsoft Windows for optimal
behavior in your instrument. This chapter contains details about many of these
settings.
Installed Software
Signal Analyzer Software
The N9060EM1E Spectrum Analyzer Measurement Application software is
installed in the signal analyzer. Additional measurement applications are
available. Each application requires a license to execute the software. All of
these applications are installed by the factory at the time of manufacture, even
if the licenses have not been purchased. You may purchase additional licenses
at a later date.
Vector Signal Analyzer Software
The 89600 VSA software is installed in the signal analyzer. This software was
installed by the factory at the time of manufacture, even if the license was not
purchased. You may purchase the license at a later date.
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Instrument Operating System
Customer installation of software
Customer installation of software
3rd Party Software Verified by Keysight
Keysight has verified that the following programs are compatible with the
instrument's applications:
—MathWorks MATLAB
Installation of Other 3rd Party Software
The X-Series Signal Analyzer platform is an Open Windows environment, so
you can install software on the instrument. However, installation of
non-approved software may affect instrument performance. Keysight does not
warrant the performance of the analyzers with non-approved software
installed.
Before installing any additional programs on the instrument, you should
exit the Signal Analyzer application.
Also, you must not remove any applications or programs that were installed
on the instrument when it was shipped from the factory.
If you install programs other than those that Keysight has tested, it could cause
problems with the instrument's applications. If this happens, you should try
uninstalling the program that has caused the problem, or try changing the
program's configuration. If this does not correct the problem, you may have to
use the Instrument Recovery system to reinstall the instrument's system
software.
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User Accounts
Administrator Account
Instrument Operating System
User Accounts
The instrument ships with a number of different accounts already set up. In
addition you can create your own accounts if you desire. The privileges
associated with each account determine what you can and cannot do from that
account.
The default Administrator password that ships from the factory is
"Keysight4u!".
Using the Administrator account you can perform the following operations:
—Install software
— Configure network and printer access
— Access all files on the instrument
— Add or change user accounts and passwords
— Change Firewall settings
— Change Windows settings (e.g., using Device Manager)
— Change the time and date
— Run any application
Instrument Accounts
The default user account that ships from the factory is “Instrument” with the
password “measure4u”. This user is a member of the standard Users group.
Using the Instrument account, you may perform the following operations:
— Configure network and printer access (although not local printer access)
— Access files on the instrument that are accessible to the Users group
— Run applications that are accessible to the Users group
Keysight Only User Account
The instrument contains a user account called "KeysightOnly" that can be used
by Customer Support in the event that the customer has changed the
Administrator password and has forgotten the password. You must not remove
or modify the KeysightOnly account.
Service User Accounts
There are user accounts defined in the instrument for servicing the instrument.
Customer Creation of Accounts
You can create additional user accounts and decide on the level of security
granted to any new user accounts created. For example, the level of security
can be assigned as administrator, power user, standard user, backup
operators. User names are not case sensitive but passwords are case sensitive.
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Instrument Operating System
User Accounts
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
Instrument Recovery must be performed. Also, this facilitates convenient
backup by copying the contents of the D: drive to external media. All user
accounts created by the factory already have My Documents mapped to the D:
drive. It is recommended to map all new users’ My Documents folders to the D:
drive.
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Instrument Operating System
Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options
Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options
The Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzers have four licensing types that have one
of two terms attached. The terms are P (Perpetual) and L (1 year). These
licensing types and terms are available on all existing measurement
applications except the Spectrum Analyzer Measurement Application, which
requires a fixed perpetual license (shipped Standard). Fixed Perpetual licenses
are also required to enable hardware options.
Fixed Licenses
Fixed licenses are the traditional license type with the same duration that have
been available for all features since the introduction of the X-Series analyzers.
Fixed licenses are identified by the “F” in the second character and a “P” or an
"L" in the third character of the option designator:
Example: N9068EM0E-1FP or N9068EM0E-1FL
A license key is instrument model and serial number dependent. You can only
install the license key on the specific instrument for which it was created.
Transportable Licenses
Transportable licenses are a type of license offering deployment duration that
is not fixed to a specific instrument model and serial number. Transportable
licenses are identified in the product structure by a “T” in the second character
and a “P” or an "L" in the third character of the option designator:
Example: N9068EM0E-1TP or N9068EM0E-1TL
Transportable licenses require a connection to the Keysight server only for
managing the transfer of the license to and from the instrument. The
connection to the Keysight server may be via the instrument itself or an
external PC. The Keysight licensing server also provides for storage of unused
licenses that have been transported off instruments but are awaiting
assignment to new instruments. The server will limit the number of transports
per 30 day period per application license to 10.
Transportable licenses require redemption and installation of the license before
the first use. This allows the user to determine on which instrument to initially
install the application license.
It is recommended that instruments be at the same instrument software
release to ensure the latest code is available on each instrument so that the
user experience is identical between instruments. This is particularly important
when transporting the license for a newly-released application, which may only
be available in the latest software release.
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Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options
Network Licenses
Network licenses are available over the customer’s network from a server the
customer configures. Network licenses are identified in the product structure
by an "N" in the second character and either a "P" or an "L" in the third
character, indicating a term of either Perpetual or 1 year (12 months),
respectively.
Example: N9068EM0E-1NP
The server has a count for each license and will only allow instruments to
“check-out” a license up to that count. Once the count is reached for a specific
license, further check-outs fail until one of the licenses is checked back in to
the server. Therefore, it is possible for an instrument to have different features
available to it based on what licenses are available on the server when it tries
to get the licenses.
Setting up network licenses is done via the Keysight Floating License Manager.
Refer to the Installation Guide that can be downloaded from this web page.
Application license
Application licenses (like N9077EM0E-1NP) are automatically checked out
when entering the mode that uses them, and they are automatically
checked-in when leaving that mode. Because the server may have already
checked out the last license for the application to another instrument, there is
a possibility that a mode switch will fail because a required license could not
be checked out from the server. If the server has a limited number of licenses
compared to the number of users desiring to use that license, this may mean
that switching from mode A to mode B then back to mode A may fail when
returning to mode A because another instrument checked out the last
available license while the user was in mode B. Also, for modes with multiple
licenses for different features (like Multi-Standard Radio), the features
available may also change when switching out of the mode and back into it.
USB Portable Licenses
The USB Portable license is implemented with a physical dongle that is a USB
device like a USB thumb drive. It has a Host ID fixed in the dongle hardware. It
does not contain any writable data and so is acceptable to high security A/D
customers. Transporting licenses from one instrument to another just requires
moving the dongle and license files to the desired instrument. The license files
can be installed on many instruments, but they will only be valid on the one
instrument that has the dongle.
USB Portable licenses are identified in the product structure by an "U" in the
second character and either a "P" or an "L" in the third character, indicating a
term of either Perpetual or 1 year (12 months), respectively.
Example: N9068EM0E-1UP
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Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options
With USB portable licenses, the pre-installed Keysight Floating License
Manager is used to add licenses to the instrument’s server.
USB Portable licenses with a limited count are checked out and in like Network
licenses. Because the licenses are local, there will be no network latency
involved in the check-out/check-in, but there can still be a slight performance
degradation compared to Fixed and Transportable licenses.
USB Portable licenses that are "uncounted", will perform comparably to the
Fixed and Transportable licenses.
Plugging/un-plugging the dongle is equivalent to transporting a license
to/from the instrument, however, the XSA application must be restarted
whenever the dongle is plugged in.
Configuring Network and USB Licenses
The Keysight Floating License Manager must be used to configure the Network
or USB Portable licenses before the licenses can be used. An instrument can
be configured for Network or USB Portable licenses or both. To set up USB
Portable licenses, in the Keysight Floating License Manager select “Start a
floating license server with a license file” and add files containing the USB
Portable licenses desired. To set up Network licenses, in the Keysight Floating
License Manager select “Connect to a floating license server” and enter the
network server’s name preceded by the “@” character (example:
“@myserver”). To set up both Network and USB Portable license, first
configure the USB Portable license, then configure the Network licenses, but
append “;@localhost” to the server name (example: “@myserver;@localhost”).
Whenever the configuration is changed, the X-Series software must be
restarted.
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Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase
Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase
Additional measurement application software can be ordered after your initial
purchase of the signal analyzer. Software upgrades are provided in a kit that
includes an option based Entitlement Certificate and a license agreement. The
licenses are downloaded from the license Web site onto a USB storage device
so they can be loaded into the instrument.
For all new measurement application installations, we recommend that the
latest version of the instrument software be installed. This ensures that the
measurement application being licensed and activated is installed and is the
most current version.
The latest revision of the software may be downloaded from:
http://www.keysight.com/find/xseries_software
A license key is usually for one Host ID only. The Host ID for Fixed and
Transportable is the instrument model and serial number, for Network it is the
server’s MAC address, and for USB Portable it is the USB Dongle’s number
(printed on the dongle).
No calibration is required after a measurement application installation.
Installation Procedure Over USB for Fixed Licenses
Step Action Notes
1. Redeem the Option
Upgrade Entitlement
Certificate
2. Save the license file Save the .lic file to the root directory of a
3. Load the license file Connect the USB storage device to one of
Follow the instructions on the Certificate After redeeming your Option Upgrade
Entitlement Certificate you will receive an
e-mail with an attached License File.
USB storage device
Windows will detect the new hardware and
the signal analyzer USB ports.
Alternatively the license file can be manually installed over USB or LAN by placing the
license file in the following folder on the signal analyzer.
C:\Program Files\Agilent\licensing
may display the configuration menu.
The signal analyzer will automatically load
the license file. (This may take a few
minutes) Upon completion, the Keysight
License Service will display a “Successful
License Installation” message.
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Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase
Step Action Notes
4. Verify installation — Cycle the power on the signal
analyzer.
— Press
— Verify that the new application
System, Show System.
appears in the list.
For other license types:
— Transportable licenses use the Keysight License Manager to perform a
transport
— Network licenses are loaded on the server and set up with the Keysight
Floating License Manager
— USB Portable licenses are loaded onto the instrument and configured
with the Keysight Floating License Manager. License files should be
loaded onto the
D: drive to prevent losing them in the case of a System Recovery.
The application will not be available for use
until after the power has been cycled.
This displays the list of installed
applications.
If you require further assistance, please
contact the Keysight support team.
Online assistance:
http://www.keysight.com/find/as
sist
If you do not have access to the Internet,
contact your local Keysight Technologies
Sales and Service Office, or if in the United
States, call 1-800-829-4444.
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Windows Configuration
Windows Configuration
The Windows settings have been optimized for the best measurement
performance. Any modifications to these settings may degrade instrument
performance and measurement speed. In general, most Windows System
settings (typically set through the Windows Control Panel) should not be
modified. Those that can be safely modified are listed below.
To recover from problems caused by changing Windows Systems settings, you may have
to reinstall the Windows system and instrument applications using the “Disk Drive
Recovery Process” on page 64.
Settings that Can Be Changed
You may change the following Windows settings or administrative tasks
(available from the Windows Control Panel) to suit your own personal
preferences. It is recommended that you document any changes to the
instrument’s configuration in case an Instrument Recovery is performed and
the configuration is reset.
Some of these actions can only be performed with Administrator privileges.
You May Use This Feature: To Do Thi s…
Configure Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates.
Microsoft recommends that you always get the latest critical Windows
updates to ensure that the instrument's Windows operating system is
protected. If the instrument has Internet access, the instrument default is
set to automatically check for critical Windows Updates and notify you.
Setup new user accounts.
Add the Instrument to a network
Install and configure a printer
Do not delete or modify the "KeysightOnly" user
account. Doing so may prevent Keysight from servicing
the instrument.
Set the time and date
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Windows Configuration
You May Use This Feature: To Do Thi s…
If you click on “Advanced System Settings” a dialog will open called
“System Properties.” On this dialog there is an “Advanced” tab, which
opens up a dialog with a number of settings options. One of these is
“Performance”, and if you click on the “Settings” button under
“Performance”, you will see another dialog with a number of settings
options. The default is “Let Windows choose what’s best for my
computer.” You can also select “Adjust for best performance.”
You should leave the remaining selections unchanged.
Settings that Must Not Be Changed
Avoid changing the settings described below (available from the Windows
Control Panel). Changes to these settings may degrade instrument
performance, screen displays, and measurement speed.
Do NOT Use This Feature: To Do This…
Do not change Power Options.
If you click on “Advanced System Settings” a dialog will open called “System
Properties.”
On this dialog there is a tab called “Hardware.” You should not modify any
settings under the “Hardware” tab.
On this dialog there is also a tab called “Advanced.” You should not modify any
settings under the “Advanced” tab except as described above under “Settings
that can be changed”.
Do not remove installed Fonts
Do not change the following Display Settings:
— Screen Saver settings (under “Personalization)
— Screen resolution (under “Adjust Resolution”)
— DPI setting (under “Set custom text size”)
Do not change any settings under “Region and Language” or the instrument
keyboard and display may not operate properly
Do not delete or modify the "KeysightOnly" user account.
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Windows Configuration
In addition, Do Not:
— Add, delete, or modify disk drive partitions.
— Delete or modify Keysight registry entries.
— Change the contents of any directories containing the name "Keysight".
— Stop the IIS server
— Tamper with any virtual directories (or their contents) that came configured
with the instrument.
— Uninstall these libraries, interfaces, or programs:
— The I/O Libraries
— The .NET Framework or any Hotfixes or Service Packs for the .NET
Framework
— The “Microsoft Visual J# .NET Redistributable Package 1.1”
— Programs that begin with "Keysight"
— The Adobe Acrobat reader
—Modify:
— The I/O Library “GPIB27”, “GPIB28” interfaces shown as configured
Instrument I/O in the Connection Expert or I/O Config
Autoplay/Autorun
Since the introduction of Windows XP, the term Autoplay (sometimes also
called Autorun) has come to be associated with the feature which assists users
in selecting appropriate actions when new media and devices are detected.
The Autoplay/Autorun feature is turned off in the instrument, by default, for
heightened security, unless the Administrator account is running.
If you wish to re-enable Autoplay/Autorun, you may use the Auto Play function
in the Control Panel. However, be aware that if you do this you may be more
subject to virus attack from portable media such as USB flash drives.
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Configuring Printers
Configuring Printers
Printers are configured using the Microsoft Windows Control Panel. It is easily
accessed from the Windows Start menu or from under the front panel System
key. This setup process can be done using the touch screen and front-panel
keys. See “Navigating Windows Without a Mouse” on page 70.
When setting up a new printer, you may need to load the printer driver (unless
you are using a network printer that your IT department has set up to include
the driver). The manufacturer of the printer supplies the driver software and
process. That may require that you attach an external USB disk drive. An
alternative is to connect the instrument to the LAN and download the driver
from the printer manufacturer’s internet site.
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Configuring LAN
Configuring LAN
Hostname
The Computer Name, or Hostname, is preconfigured from the factory. It must
be a unique name such that it does not conflict with other equipment on your
LAN. The preconfigured Computer Name is A-<model number>-xxxxx, where
xxxxx is the last 5 digits of the instrument’s serial number.
IP Address & Gateway
The instrument is preconfigured to obtain an IP Address via DHCP. You can
change the IP Address and Gateway as you desire.
You must be logged in as an "administrator" (default password:"Keysight4u!")
to make changes.
Connecting To A Network Shared Folder
The instrument contains standard Windows networking. The time required to
authenticate is dependent on your LAN infrastructure. You may have improved
performance by mapping a network drive to the shared folder that you need to
access.
To map a network drive, select the Start icon , open System Tools >
Computer. Select the Computer Tab, and then se lect Map Network Drive from
the drop down menu:
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Configuring LAN
When the Map Network Drive window appears, browse to the correct folder,
and click Finish.
In Windows 10 there is no visual indication that authentication is in progress.
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Windows Security
Windows Security
Microsoft recommends the following to ensure the instrument's Windows
operating system is protected:
—Use an internet firewall.
— Get the latest critical Windows updates.
— Use up-to-date antivirus software.
Windows Firewall
The instrument is shipped with the Windows Firewall enabled. You can verify
the status of Windows Firewall by going to the Control Panel and clicking on
System and Security, Windows Firewall.
Windows Firewall Exceptions for programs and ports have been added to allow
proper operation of the instrument over a network. Modifying these settings
may cause the instrument to not operate properly.
Automatic Updates
Microsoft recommends that you always get the latest critical Windows updates
to ensure that the instrument's Windows operating system is protected. If the
instrument has internet access, the instrument default is set to automatically
check for critical Windows Updates and notify you.
You can change the configuration of the Microsoft Automatic Updates. You can
choose not to have automatic updates. However, if you do this then you should
manually update Windows periodically.
Be aware that downloading and installing Windows Updates can be network and CPU
usage intensive (impacting the instrument performance), and some Windows Updates
automatically reboot the instrument. It is recommended that Windows Updates be
performed when the instrument is not in normal use.
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Windows Security
Virus Protection
There is no antivirus software included with your instrument. To find
information regarding recommended antivirus software, visit the following
website:
http://www.keysight.com/find/x-series
and select FAQs under Support.
Having antivirus software installed may have a slight impact on the instrument
performance.
Spyware Protection
There is no anti-spyware software installed on the instrument. This should not
be a problem if you do not use the instrument for a lot of internet browsing.
Having spyware in the instrument could have an impact on the instrument
performance.
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System Maintenance
System Maintenance
Backup
It is recommended that you have a regular backup strategy. Your IT
department may already have a backup strategy in place that is suitable for the
instrument and its data. Using the Instrument Recovery system in conjunction
with a regular backup strategy should allow full recovery of the instrument
data.
Windows has a Backup utility that you can use to archive files and folders in
case of a disk drive failure. You can also use third party backup utilities.
However, you must ensure that this third party software is compatible with the
instrument's system software. See “Customer installation of software” on
page 41 for more information.
When performing backups, we recommend that you backup the data to an
external storage device connected to the network or one of the instrument's
USB connectors. Also, you should perform backups at times when the
instrument is not being used for normal operations, as it may impact the
instrument's overall performance.
System Restore
Windows contains the capability to restore the system to a previous point in
time. System Restore is enabled with default settings as provided by Microsoft.
However, System Restore is not always 100% successful. Therefore, it is not
recommended that you rely on System Restore to protect your instrument.
System Restore has not been tested to verify successful restoring.
Disk Defragmenting
The instrument has a solid state drive. Disk defragmenting is not
recommended.
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USB Connections
USB Connections
There are five USB ports on the front panel. Two are USB 2.0 Type A, two are
USB 3.0 Type A (far right with blue USB connector, and one is a USB 3.0 Type
C. On the rear panel there are three USB ports, two are USB 3.0 and one is USB
2.0. These ports can be used to connect USB mass storage devices and
printers. The front panel USB 3.0 Type C connector is used for charging and for
connection to the Keysight V3050A Frequency Extender. The instrument USB
Host support includes the standard Microsoft Windows USB drivers for human
interface, mass storage, printing, scanning, and imaging devices. A complete
up-to-date list of the Windows USB class driver support is available on the
Microsoft website.
The square USB port (see graphic below) on the rear panel is a USB 3.0 Series
“B” port and is used for controlling the instrument over USB. Information to
help you program your instrument is documented in the X-Series
Programmer’s Guide. The instrument USB device driver included in the
instrument software supports the test and measurement industry standard
USBTMC-USB488 device class.
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Keysight Technologies does not support or warrant correct instrument
operation if additional USB drivers from third parties are installed in the
instrument. It is possible that additional drivers could break the normal USB
operation. If USB operation is broken, recovery would require reinstalling the
instrument application using the Instrument recovery process.
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Disk Drive Partitioning and Use
Disk Drive Partitioning and Use
The drive is partitioned into 3 sections: C:, D: and E:
—The C: partition contains the Windows 10 operating system and software
installed by Keysight. This is an Open System which means you can install
additional software, and these should be installed on the C: drive. However,
only a limited set of software applications are tested for use with the
Keysight measurement software. The installation and/or use of other
software is not warranted and could interfere with the operation of the
measurement software. If instrument repair is ever needed, the Keysight
version of the C: drive is the only part of the instrument software that is
restored by the Instrument Recovery process. You must reload any other
software that you have added in the instrument.
—The D: partition is reserved for data storage. The User Accounts that are
configured by Keysight have their My Documents folder mapped to the D:
drive. This is for the convenience of backing-up the measurement data. You
should always back-up the data on the D: drive to an external device. This
allows you to restore the data if you ever need to replace the disk drive.
—The E: partition is reserved for Keysight’s use. The primary use of the E:
drive is for housing the Calibration and Alignment data. Do not change or
overwrite the files on this drive. This could cause your instrument to not
meet specifications, or even to stop functioning correctly. Do not use this
drive for data storage. It is also recommended that you back up the
contents of this drive by using the factory calibration data backup utility.
Backing-up Factory Calibration Data Using Alignment Data Wizard
When the instrument is manufactured or following an adjustment at the
service center, the calibration data is automatically backed up to an
internal instrument flash memory location. Therefore, this procedure is
intended to be used if you want to create a calibration data back up to an
external device such as a USB Drive.
The Alignment Data Wizard is launched directly from the instrument
application software interface, so you do not need to exit the application
software before proceeding.
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Disk Drive Partitioning and Use
To back up the factory calibration data using the Data Wizard, you will need to
plug in a USB storage device, a USB mouse, and a USB keyboard.
Step Notes
1. Press
System > Alignments >
Backup or Restore Align
Data...
2. Select OK.
The Alignment Data Wizard appears:
.
You may be prompted for the administrator password.
Enter Keysight4u!
An information window appears that informs you that
the instrument must shut down to complete the
backup:
"Press OK to force shut down and
proceed. Press Cancel to exit."
3. Select
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Step Notes
The Select Operation window appears:
4.
Select Backup > Next to
proceed
.
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Step Notes
The Select Storage window appears:
5.
Select the desired storage
location, then click Next and
follow the wizard’s on-screen
instructions to back up the
calibration data.
Internal Flash is the default location.
If you select
can browse to the location of the memory device.
External Removable Drive, you
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Disk Drive Recovery Process
Disk Drive Recovery Process
The Instrument Recovery System can be used to repair errors on the
instrument's C: drive partition or to restore the original factory configuration of
the system software on the disk drive. The Instrument Recovery System is
stored in a separate hidden disk drive partition.
Restoring the original factory system software does not restore any of the
following items:
— Additional software that has been installed after the instrument was
shipped from the factory. (Thus, following an Instrument Recovery any
software installed after the instrument was shipped from the factory will
need to be re-installed.)
— System configurations (for example user accounts, windows configurations)
that have been made after the instrument was shipped from the factory.
(Thus, following an Instrument Recovery configuration changes will have to
be performed.)
— The Instrument Recovery overwrites the contents of the C: partition. It does
not affect the D: or E: partitions.
It is recommended that the customer use a regular back up strategy. Your IT
department may already have a backup strategy in place that is suitable for the
instrument and its data. Using the Instrument Recovery System in conjunction
with a regular back up strategy should allow you to fully recover the
instrument's software and data.
Table 3-1 Recovery Process
Step Notes
1. Make sure the instrument is turned
off.
2. Turn on the instrument.
— Press the down arrow key to move
the highlight to Instrument
Recovery System, then press
Enter.
After the Keysight Technologies screen is
displayed,
This screen is displayed for five seconds.
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Table 3-1 Recovery Process
Step Notes
3. When the Instrument Recovery
System has booted, follow the
on-screen instructions to recover
the image of the C: drive.
— Press
4. A warning message appears.
— Press
2, then press Enter to select
the recovery.
Enter to start the recovery,
which may take up to 25 minutes to
complete.
5. Press
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Enter to exit and reboot the
instrument once this portion of the
recovery has completed.
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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 instrument
information or re-installing applications, data and performing system customizations.
Updating the Software (required after a recovery)
To install the latest software version, the software and installation instructions
are available at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/xseries_software
Table 3-2 Installing the Software
Step
1. Log out of the default user (instrument):
— Select the Start icon , select the
Sign out.
.,
2. At the log in prompt enter:
—User Name:
—Password: Keysight4u!
3. Follow the instructions on the software update
web page.
administrator
When you see the message Programming FPGAs...Do NOT turn
off power to the instrument, be sure to do as it says and DO NOT
turn off the instrument power at this time for ANY reason. If this process is
interrupted the instrument most likely will need to be sent back to an Keysight
Service Center for servicing before it will be usable again.
Change account settings icon
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Table 3-2 Installing the Software
Step
The installation process can take up to 45 minutes. Do not turn the instrument
power off or serious damage may occur. If any pop up windows appear, click
OK or Ignore to proceed.
4. When the installation has finished, select
want to restart my computer now
5. After the instrument restarts, the newly installed
version of the X-Series instrument software will
run.
Yes, I
, Finish.
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Getting Started and Troubleshooting Guide
4 Using Windows Tools
The capabilities described in this section are Microsoft Windows 10
features. The discussion provided here gives some guidelines for using the
capabilities with the instrument. You need to refer to the Windows 10 help
documentation for more information. Your version of Windows may not
match these instructions exactly.
You need an external keyboard and mouse to fully use these features.
“Navigating Windows Without a Mouse” on page 70
“Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely” on page 71
“Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely” on
page 80
“Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks” on page 86
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Navigating Windows Without a Mouse
Navigating Windows Without a Mouse
Key Presses Actions
Esc
Enter
Alt
Right Arrow
Left Arrow
Up Arrow
Down Arrow
Tab
Del
Alt + Tab
Alt + Enter
Exits/closes a Windows dialog box (does not exit an Application window)
Does the current "default action". If a menu item or a button is currently
highlighted, then the Enter key activates that menu item or button.
Moves focus/control to the pull down menus bar in the active Window
In pull-down menu: opens the next menu to the right, or opens a submenu
In a dialog box: selects an option button
In pull-down menu: opens the next menu to the left, or opens a submenu
In dialog box: selects an option button
In pull-down menu: Moves to next selection up in the menu
In dialog box: selects an option button
In pull-down menu: Moves to next selection down in the menu
In dialog box: selects an option button
In dialog box: moves to the next/previous field
Deletes the currently selected item
Switches between the next/previous Application
Shows the Properties of the currently selected item
Alt + Esc
Backspace
Ctrl + Left arrow
Ctrl + Right arrow
Ctrl + Tab
Ctrl + Esc
Ctrl + Alt + Delete
Cycles through items in the order that they had been opened
In My Computer or Windows Explorer: move up one level
In Internet Explorer: works like the BACK arrow key
Moves to the left one word at a time
Moves to the right one word at a time
In dialog box: moves to the next/previous Tab location
Opens the Windows Start Menu
Opens a window that enables you to select the Windows Task Manager
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Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely
Windows Remote Desktop is recommended for remote control of the
instrument. It offers fully-interactive control that is almost identical to direct
face-to-face control of the instrument. You can also remotely control the
instrument using the Embedded Web Server interface. The Embedded Web
Server functionality provides a communications method that does not require
login to the instrument. However, due to its slower response time, it is only
recommended for setup and data exchanges that do not involve instrument
control.
The Remote Desktop functionality is a Microsoft Windows 10 capability.
The following discussion provides some guidelines for using this capability
with the instrument. You need to refer to the Windows 10 help
documentation for more information. As Windows evolves, these
instructions may no longer be exact.
You need an external keyboard and mouse to fully use this functionality.
Overview of Remote Desktop Operation
Using the Remote Desktop functionality of the instrument allows you to control
and interact with the instrument from a remote computer as though you were
sitting in front of the instrument.
When you have configured the instrument for remote connectivity, and
configured a separate computer to act as a Remote Desktop Host, you can
send commands to the instrument from the remote computer, and you can see
the instrument display on the screen of the remote computer.
This section provides full details of how to set up the instrument for remote
connectivity, and also how to set up a computer running any version of
Microsoft Windows as a Remote Desktop Host.
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Setting Up Remote Desktop Operation
Figure 4-1 Basic setup for remote desktop operation
To perform this operation successfully, you must have Administrator level
access to the instrument.
Table 4-1 Setting up a remote desktop connection
Step Action
1. On the instrument, open the
Windows Control Panel
2. Select System functions — From the Adjust your computers
3. Access Remote setting — In the Control Panel Home window,
4. Select the Remote option — On the Remote tab, in the Remote
5. To add use rs
6. Follow the on screen instructions.
— From the instrument application,
press
System, Control Panel,
settings menu, click
Remote settings
select
Desktop section, click the
appropriate checkbox.
— Click
Select Users, Add.
System.
Setting Up the Remote Computer
The procedure depends on whether the Remote Computer to be set up is
running Windows 10, or another version of Microsoft Windows.
Remote Computer Running Windows 10
Windows 10 includes the Remote Desktop Connectivity Client software, so no
additional setup is required.
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Remote Computer Running Another Version of Windows
You can use any version of Windows to install and run the Client software for
Remote Desktop Connectivity. However, you need to have available a Windows
installation CD-ROM, because that contains the Client software.
The following instructions relate to software provided by Microsoft
Corporation. Keysight offers no warranty regarding the operation of such
software. The procedure described here may be changed by Microsoft at
some future time.
Table 4-2 Installing the Client software
Step Notes
1. When the Welcome Screen appears,
click
Perform additional tasks
2. From the What do you want to do?
screen, click
Desktop Connection
3. Click
4. To access the installed software, click
Next.
Set up Remote
.
The Remote Desktop Connection InstallShield
Wizard appears.
Follow the on screen instructions provided by
the Wizard.
Start > All Programs > Accessories
>
Communications > Remote
Desktop Connection
.
How to Locate the Computer Name of the Instrument
To connect a remote computer to the instrument, you need to know its
Computer Name. The Computer Name can be displayed as follows:
Table 4-3 Locating the name from the Keysight application
Step Notes
On the instrument front panel, press
Show System.
System,
A page listing various parameters appears.The
instrument’s computer name is shown in the
list next to the title Computer Name.
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Table 4-4 Locating the name from the Windows desktop (with a mouse):
Step Notes
1. Click
2. Double-click
Start, Control Panel.
System
Running a Remote Desktop Session
Initializing a Remote Desktop Session
To initialize a Remote Desktop Session, you need to know the Computer Name of the
instrument.
After setting up the remote computer for Remote Desktop Connectivity, as
described in “Setting Up Remote Desktop Operation” on page 72, you are
ready to start a Remote Desktop session.
The Computer name is listed in the Computer
name, domain, and workgroup settings
section.
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Table 4-5 Starting a session
Step Notes
1. Click Windows >
>Programs,
Accessories >
Start menu
A Remote Desktop Connection dialog appears:
Remote Desktop Connection.
2. Enter the computer name of the
instrument.
3. Click
4. Enter the login account name and
Connect.
password.
A login dialog box appears.
The default account name is Instrument and the
default password is measure4u, but these
parameters may be changed by instrument users.
Only the current User or an Administrator can remotely log into the instrument. To see
who the current user of the instrument is, press Ctrl+Esc on the instrument until you
can view the current user name on the Start menu. If no one is currently logged into the
instrument, any valid instrument user can remotely log in.
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The instrument display appears on the screen of the remote computer, from
which the instrument can be operated entirely by the remote computer. For
example, the remote computer mouse and keyboard can be used to change
instrument measurement settings. On the actual instrument the current user
will be logged out once remote connection is successful.
Windows Remote Desktop Options
Table 4-6 Setting Remote Desktop options
Step Notes
1. On the Remote Desktop
Connection menu, select
Options.
The Options dialog has several tabs. Generally, the
default settings are correct.
2. Under the
that the Computer name and
User name are set correctly.
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General tab, ensure
You may choose to enter the password and save it for
future sessions, by checking the Save my password
box.
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Table 4-6 Setting Remote Desktop options
Step Notes
3. Click the
— Under Display
configuration, you may
select the size of the
window in which the
instrument display
appears. Do not select
any size smaller than the
instrument’s front panel
display. Selecting a
remote desktop size
smaller than the
instrument’s front panel
display results in some
of the items on the
instrument display not
being fully visible. In
such circumstances,
scroll bars do not
appear, so portions of
the display are not
accessible.
— Under
to 16 bits. If you operate
Remote Desktop with
greater color depth (e.g.,
32-bit) your windows
may have a different
appearance than they
do on the instrument
display because
transparency becomes
enabled.
Display tab.
Colors, set this
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Table 4-6 Setting Remote Desktop options
Step Notes
4. Click the
tab.
— Select the desired
setting for Remote audio
using the Setting…
button.
— Select the desired
Keyboard configuration
from the drop-down list.
— Select the desired Local
devices and resources
you want to use in the
remote session using
the check-boxes and
other selections
accessed from the
More... button.
5. Click the
Local Resources
Experience tab.
To Optimize the performance of the Remote Desktop
session, choose the appropriate connection format
from the drop-down list.
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Ending a Remote Desktop Session
There are two ways to disconnect the remote computer from the instrument,
ending the session:
Table 4-7 Ending a session
Step Notes
1. Click the
or
2. When the remote desktop is full
screen, move the cursor to the
bottom left of the window:
X, then click OK.
— Click
— Click
Start, Disconnect.
Disconnect.
For full-screen, the X appears at the top center of
the window.
For non full-screen, the X appears in a red box at
the right of the window’s title bar.
You are asked to confirm that you want to
disconnect.
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Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely
The instrument can be controlled using either the Embedded Web Server or
Windows Remote Desktop. The Embedded Web Server is a good solution
when you do not want to log into the instrument's user account. This allows
you to view the display or control the instrument, without logging the current
user off. Multiple users can connect at the same time
The web server in the X-Series signal analyzer updates many times per second
and it has the advantage over Remote Desktop that it does not lock out the
front panel.
Drag gestures do not work in web control, whereas they do in Remote Desktop.
Browsers that support the X-Series Signal Analyzer Embedded Web Server (these versions or later)
IE Chrome Safari FireFox iOS Safari Chrome for
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Accessing the instrument through the Internet
It is possible to access and control the instrument through the Internet and
World Wide Web, or a local internet, using the built-in Embedded Server
functionality. This section provides details of how to use this functionality.
The instrument may also be accessed and controlled using the Windows
Remote Desktop functionality (see the section “Remote Desktop: Using the
X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely” on page 71, for details).
The instrument Embedded Server capabilities are fully compliant with the LXI
(LAN eXtensions for Instrumentation) standard.
To gain access to the instrument from the LAN, you need to know its hostname (or IP
Address). For details of how to locate this information using the instrument Display, see
“How to Locate the Computer Name of the Instrument” on page 73.
Android
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Table 4-8 Accessing the instrument
Step Notes
1. Enter a URL corresponding to the
instrument hostname or IP Address.
This functionality is only fully
supported when using Internet
Explorer.
In this example, the host name is “a-n9042b-00104”.
When the connection is made, the welcome page
appears.
2. Click
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This displays further settings and configuration
information.
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Controlling the Instrument
Selecting the Control Instrument tab enables you to view, control and interact
with the instrument through the web server.
Table 4-9 Selecting the Control Instrument tab
Step Notes
1. Select
Control Instrument
A password entry dialog appears.
By default, this password is set at the factory as
“measure4u”. However, you may subsequently change
the password. (Select
Password
change the password.)
When the correct password has been entered, the
Control Instrument web page appears.
Reset on the instrument front panel to
System, I/O Config, Web
2. You can now enter new settings
as required.
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Enabling SCPI Control of the Instrument
Selecting the SCPI control tab enables you to control the instrument via SCPI.
Selecting the Get Image Tab
Selecting the Get Image tab captures a screen image from the Instrument
display.
To capture a screen image using the web server, the Instrument
Application must be running.
The image is captured as a Portable Network Graphics (PNG) file, to the default
file name Screen.png. The image file can be saved to the client computer disk
drive, or copied to the Windows clipboard.
A typical screen capture image appears as follows:
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Using Windows Tools
Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely
Selecting the Transfer Data Tab
Selecting the Transfer Data tab enables you to capture results from the
instrument’s currently active measurement. Depending on the current
measurement type, captured results consist of either Trace Data or
Measurement Results.
To capture data using the web server, the instrument application must be
running.
The captured data is formatted as a Comma Separated Value (CSV) file, which
may be saved on the client computer’s disk drive, or opened with a
spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel, or imported into a database
application such as Microsoft Access.
A typical Transfer Data web page display is shown below:
Selecting the Save/Recall Tab
Selecting the Save/Recall tab enables you to save and recall data from the
instrument.
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Selecting the Docs/Links Tab
Selecting the Docs/Links tab enables access links to the instrument
documentation and application software.
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Using Windows Tools
Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks
Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks
This section provides a list of windows shortcuts (key combinations) that are
useful when you operate the instrument without an attached mouse and
keyboard. (See also “Navigating Windows Without a Mouse” on page 70.)
Although these shortcuts are available in any Windows 10 system, they are not
commonly used when a mouse and keyboard are attached.
Windows Shortcuts (key combinations)
You can use the following combinations of front panel keys to perform basic
windows tasks when using the instrument without an attached mouse and
keyboard.
To do the following: Press:
Display the Windows Start Menu
Cycle through all open applications
Select the first menu of a menu bar
Move through menu headings
Open (drop down) a menu
Move through items in an expanded menu
Close the current menu selection
Cancel the current menu bar selection
Open an application’s control menu (usually the left-most menu
on the menu bar, starting with File)
In a dialog: move between tabs
In a dialog: move forward through dialog box items
In a dialog: move backward through dialog box items
In a dialog: open a list box
In a dialog list box or check box: select or deselect one item at a
time
Ctrl+Esc
Alt+Tab
Alt
Left Arrow, Right Arrow
Down Arrow
Up Arrow, Down Arrow
Esc
Alt
Alt+Down Arrow
Ctrl+Tab
Tab
Shift+Tab
Alt+Down Arrow
Shift+Up Arrow, Shift+Down
Arrow
In My Computer, expand a selected folder
In My Computer, open a folder one level up from the current
folder
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Windows Taskbar Auto-hide Feature
The Windows taskbar should always be in the auto-hide mode when using the
instrument application. If the taskbar is not set to auto-hide, the lower part of
the instrument display is obscured by the taskbar.
If at any time the Windows taskbar is inadvertently set to the non-auto-hide
mode, you can restore the auto-hide behavior by doing the following:
Table 4-10 Restoring taskbar auto-hide mode
Step Notes
1. Click
2. Click Taskbar and Start Menu
3. Click the
4. Select the
Start, Control Panel If not using a mouse, press Ctrl+Esc.
Taskbar tab
Auto-hide the taskbar
check box
If you are not using a mouse, use the
shortcut key combinations specified in the
Section
combinations)” on page 86
these selections.
The Taskbar and Start Menu Properties
dialog appears.
If you are not using a mouse, press Tab
repeatedly until the auto-hide option is
selected, then press
check box state.
“Windows Shortcuts (key
to make
Select to toggle the
5. Click
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This applies the change and closes the
dialog box.
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“Check the Basics” on page 90
“Problems with Microsoft Windows 10” on page 92
“Returning an Analyzer for Service” on page 93
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel. To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers.
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Troubleshooting
Check the Basics
Check the Basics
— Is there power at the receptacle?
— Is the analyzer turned on? Check to see if the green LED beside the power
— If other equipment, cables, and connectors are being used with your signal
— Is the Measurement Application running? If not, there is a software launch
— Does the instrument application have the focus? If not, move focus to the
switch is on. Also, listen for internal fan noise to determine if the analyzer
cooling fans are running.
analyzer, make sure they are connected properly and operating correctly.
If the analyzer cannot completely load or run the operating system, or the
instrument application is not successfully launched, the problem could be a
corrupt disk drive. If the analyzer gets far enough along in the boot process
to run the "Instrument Recovery System", perform the “Disk Drive Recovery
Process” as described on page 60.
shortcut/icon on the desktop.
application with Alt-Tab.
— Review the measurement procedures being performed when the problem
first appeared. Are all of the settings correct?
— If the analyzer is not functioning as expected, return the analyzer to a
known state by pressing Mode Preset.
Some analyzer settings are not affected by a Preset. If you wish to reset
the analyzer settings, press System, Power On, Restore Power On
Defaults.
— Is the measurement being performed, and the results that are expected,
within the specifications and capabilities of the analyzer?
Refer to the specifications guide for your analyzer.
http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/N9042-90003.pdf
Technical manual pdf files are available on the documentation DVD
provided with the instrument, and on the Keysight website:
http://www.keysight.com/find/uxa_manuals
— If the analyzer is not communicating via the LAN connection, check for the
presence of blinking yellow LEDs on the rear panel LAN connector. If the
ACT LED is not blinking, check the LAN cable and LAN integrity.
— To meet specifications, the analyzer must be aligned. Either the Auto Align
(On) feature must be selected (press System, Alignments, Auto Align, and
select Normal), or the analyzer must be manually aligned.
— Perform an Alignment. Press System, Alignments, Align Now, Align All
Now.
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Check the Basics
— If the previously performed alignments did not resolve the problem, press
System, Alignments, Restore Align Defaults. Then press System,
Alignments, Align Now, Align Now All.
— If the analyzer exhibits large amplitude errors (> 10 dB) especially at
frequencies above 10 GHz, the RF preselector might not be properly
centered. Press AMPTD, Signal Path, Presel Center. If the signal amplitude
error is corrected, the preselector characterization should be performed.
Press System, Alignments, Advanced, Characterize Preselector. The
characterization will take several minutes and the analyzer must not be
interrupted during this time. If the analyzer is interrupted during the
characterization process, the characterization data will be destroyed and it
will be necessary to perform the entire process again.
— Is the analyzer displaying an error message? If so, refer to the Instrument
Messages Guide.
— Check if the external frequency reference is selected but not available.
Verify that it is selected by pressing Input/Output, Freq Ref Input. If
External is selected, changing the setting to Sense allows the analyzer to
sense the presence of an external reference and use it only if it is available.
The frequency of the reference should be set correctly.
— If you are using a Windows program other than the instrument application,
you may notice it running slow. Place the instrument application in single
sweep/measurement.
TIP You can get automatic electronic notification of new instrument software
releases and other product updates/information by subscribing to the
Keysight Technologies Test & Measurement E-Mail Notification Service for
your signal analyzer at http://keysight.com/find/MyKeysight
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Problems with Microsoft Windows 10
Problems with Microsoft Windows 10
The Microsoft Windows 10 operating system settings have been optimized for
the best performance. Modification of these settings may degrade instrument
performance and measurement speed. Those that can be safely modified are
described in “Settings that Can Be Changed” on page 49.
The X-Series Signal Analyzers operate in an open Windows environment, so
you can install software on the instrument. However, installation of
non-approved software may affect instrument performance. Keysight does not
warrant the performance with non-approved software installed.
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Troubleshooting
Returning an Analyzer for Service
Returning an Analyzer for Service
Calling Keysight Technologies
Keysight Technologies has offices around the world to provide you with
complete support for your analyzer. To obtain servicing information or to order
replacement parts, contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office listed in
the following table. In any correspondence or telephone conversations, refer to
your analyzer by its product number, full serial number, and software revision.
Press System, Show System, and the product number, serial number, and
software revision information will be displayed on your analyzer screen. A serial
number label is also attached to the rear panel of the analyzer.
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Locations for Keysight Technologies
Online assistance: http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
Americas
Canada
1 877 894 4414
Asia Pacific
Latin America
(305) 269 7500
United States
1 800 829 4444
Australia
1 800 629 485
India
1 800 112 929
Malaysia
1 800 888 848
Thailand
1 800226 008
Europe & Middle East
Austria
43 (0) 1 360 277 1571
Finland
358 (0) 10 855 2100
Ireland
1890 924 204
Netherlands
31 (0) 20 547 2111
Switzerland
0800 80 53 53
China
800 810 0189
Japan
0 120 (421) 345
Singapore
1 800 375 8100
Belgium
32 (0) 2 404 93 40
France
0825 010 700*
*0.125 Euros/minute
Israel
972-3-9288-504/544
Spain
34 (91) 631 3300
United Kingdom
44 (0) 118 9276201
Hong Kong
800 938 693
Korea
080 769 0800
Tai wan
0800 047 866
Denmark
45 70 13 15 15
Germany
49 (0) 7031 464 6333
Italy
39 02 92 60 8484
Sweden
0200-88 22 55
Other European Countries:
http://www.keysight.com/find/contactus
Read the Warranty
The warranty for your analyzer is in the front of your Specifications Guide.
Please read it and become familiar with its terms.
If your analyzer is covered by a separate maintenance agreement, please be
familiar with its terms.
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Returning an Analyzer for Service
Service Options
Keysight Technologies offers several optional maintenance plans to service
your analyzer after the warranty has expired. Call your Keysight Technologies
office for full details.
If you want to service the analyzer yourself after the warranty expires, you can
download the service documentation that provides all necessary
troubleshooting and maintenance information from the Keysight web page.
Performance Verification and Adjustment tests require the N7814A Keysight
X-Series Signal Analyzer Calibration Application Software. Information
regarding the N7814A Keysight X-Series Analyzer Calibration Application
Software can be found at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/calibrationsoftware
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Returning an Analyzer for Service
Packaging the Instrument
Use original packaging or comparable. It is best to pack the unit in the original
factory packaging materials if they are available.
Analyzer damage can result from using packaging materials other than
those specified. Never use styrene pellets in any shape as packaging
materials. They do not adequately cushion the equipment or prevent it
from shifting in the carton. They cause equipment damage by generating
static electricity and by lodging in the analyzer louvers, blocking airflow.
You can repackage the analyzer with commercially available materials, as
follows:
Step Notes
1. Wrap the analyzer in anti-static
plastic to reduce the possibility
of damage caused by
electrostatic discharge
2. Use a strong shipping container. The carton must be both large enough and strong
enough to accommodate the analyzer. A
double-walled, corrugated cardboard carton with 159
kg (350 lb) bursting strength is adequate. Allow at
least 3 to 4 inches on all sides of the analyzer for
packing material.
3. Surround the equipment with
three to four inches of packing
material and prevent the
equipment from moving in the
carton.
4. Seal the shipping container
securely with strong nylon
adhesive tape.
5. Mark the shipping container
“FRAGILE, HANDLE WITH
CARE” to assure careful
handling.
6. Retain copies of all shipping
papers.
If packing foam is not available, the best alternative is
plastic bubble-pak. This material looks like a plastic
sheet filled with 1-1/4 inch air bubbles. Use the
pink-colored bubble which reduces static electricity.
Wrapping the equipment several times in this material
should both protect the equipment and prevent it from
moving in the carton.
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Index
A
Auto-hide Taskbar, 82
B
battery replacement, 20
C
C drive usage, 59
Computer Name, 71
computer name
how to locate it, 69
connectors, front panel, 24
contents of shipment, 10
Control Panel
taskbar, 82
controlling Windows without a
mouse, 66
cooling the instrument, 11
D
D drive data storage, 59
data storage, 59
disk drive recovery process, 61
display capture, 78
Domain Name, 71
drive C use, 59
drive D use, 59
drive recovery, 61
E
electrostatic discharge (ESD)
protecting against, 21
Embedded Web Server
Get Data Page, 79
Get Data Tab, 79
Get Image Page, 78
Get Image Tab, 78
Web Control Page, 78, 79, 80
embedded web server, 75
Enabling SCPI Control
Web Control Tab, 78, 79, 80
F
fixing the disk drive, 61
front panel
connectors and keys, 24
symbols, 38
fuses, 18
H
hard drive recovery, 61
I
initialization with mouse, 12
installing programs to drive C, 59
instrument location, 11
instrument recovery, 61
Instrument Recovery System, 61
instrument ventilation, 11
K
Keycode Commands
Windows, 81
keys, 24
Keysight Technologies, calling, 87
L
line voltage, 18
locating the instrument, 11
M
mouseless Windows navigation, 66
My Documents location, 59
N
N90x0B
Computer Name, 71
computer name, 69
Domain Name, 71
internet access, 75
web access, 75
windows system, 65
navigating without a mouse, 66
O
operating remotely, 67
operating system, 65
P
packaging, 90
power cords, 18
power source, 18
problems with shipment, 10
program storage, 59
R
rack mounting, 11
rear panel
symbols, 38
rear panel features, 34
recovering the hard drive, 61
recovery process, 61
Remote Desktop
running, 70
Remote Operation
Connection Speed, 71
remote operation, 67
embedded web server, 75
internet access, 75
replacing battery, 20
running Windows without a mouse, 66
S
saving data to internal drives, 59
saving programs on C drive, 59
Screen Capture, 78
service options, 89
shipment contents, 10
Shortcut keys
Windows, 81
storing data on D drive, 59
symbols, on front and rear panels, 38
system recovery, 61
T
Taskba r
Windows, 82
turn on
with a mouse, 12
U
URL, sales and service, 88
User Accounts location, 59
using the instrument remotely, 67
using Windows without a mouse, 66
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V
verifying contents, 10
W
warranty, 88
Windows, 66
10, 65
Control Panel, 82
Remote Desktop
Installing, 68
Setting up, 68
Screen Capture, 78
Shortcut keys, 81
taskbar
auto-hide, 82
Windows Remote Desktop, 67
options, 71
Options Dialog
Experience Tab, 71
General Tab, 71
running, 70
Setting up Remote Computer, 68
setting up the N90x0B, 68
Setting up Windows Systems
10, 68
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This information is subject to change
without notice.
© Keysight Technologies 2020-2021
Edition 1, February 2021
N9042-90001
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