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Installation
Guide
Keysight
E8257D/67D and E8663D
PSG Signal Generators
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Notices
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Table of Contents
1. Safety Information
Instrument Markings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
General Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2. Getting Started
Checking the Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Verifying Pre-Installed Software License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Signal Generator Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Line Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting the AC Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Configuring the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Contrast and Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Inverse Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Screen Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Updating the Display During Remote Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Configuring for Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
GPIB Interface Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
LAN Interface Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
RS-232 Interface Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Ordering Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Front Handles and Rack Mount Flanges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Proper Usage and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Cleaning Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Returning a Signal Generator to Keysight Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Contents
3. Operation Verification
Performing a Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Self-Test Failure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Checking the Maximum Leveled Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Maximum Leveled Power Check Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Checking the Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Problems with Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4. Regulatory Information
Statement of Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Certification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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Contents
Acoustic Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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Documentation Overview
Installation Guide
User’s Guide
— Safety Information
— Getting Started
— Operation Verification
— Regulatory Information
— Signal Generator Overview
— Basic Operation
— Basic Digital Operation
— Optimizing Performance
—Analog Modulation
— Custom Arb Waveform Generator
— Custom Real Time I/Q Baseband
— Multitone Waveform Generator
— Two-Tone Waveform Generator
—AWGN Waveform Generator
Programming Guide
— Peripheral Devices
— Troubleshooting
— Getting Started with Remote Operation
— Using IO Interfaces
— Programming Examples
— Programming the Status Register System
— Creating and Downloading Waveform Files
— Creating and Downloading User-Data Files
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SCPI Reference
— Using this Guide
— System Commands
— Basic Function Commands
—Analog Commands
— Digital Modulation Commands
— Digital Signal Interface Module Commands
— SCPI Command Compatibility
Service Guide
Key Reference
— Troubleshooting
— Replaceable Parts
— Assembly Replacement
— Post-Repair Procedures
— Safety and Regulatory Information
— Key function description
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Keysight PSG Signal Generators
E8257D, E8267D, and E8663D
Installation Guide
1 Safety Information
Instrument Markings
The following markings are used on the signal generator. Familiarize yourself
with each marking and its meaning before operating the signal generator.
The instruction manual symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user
to refer to the instructions in the manual.
The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community. If this symbol is accompanied by a
year, it is the year when the design was proven.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association.
The C-Tick Mark is a trademark registered to the Australian Spectrum Management Agency. This
indicates compliance with all Australian EMC regulatory information.
This symbol is used to mark the on position of the power line switch.
This symbol is used to mark the standby position of the power line switch.
This symbol indicates that the input power required is ac.
This is a symbol of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product. (CISPER 11, Clause 4)
This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments
outside of the home.
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Safety Information
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
This product complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirements. The affixed label
indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste.
Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex 1, this product is
classed as a “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product.
Do not dispose in domestic household waste.
To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office, or see
http://www.keysight.com/environment/product/ for more information.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
The following safety notations are used throughout this manual. Familiarize
yourself with each notation and its meaning before operating the signal
generator.
Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a condition or situation that could
result in personal injury or loss of life. Do not proceed beyond a warning until the
indicated conditions or situations are fully understood.
Caution calls attention to a possible condition or situation that could result in the
loss of a user’s work, damage, or destruction of the signal generator. Do not
proceed beyond a caution until the indicated conditions are fully understood.
Note calls the user’s attention to an important point, or special information, within
the text. It provides operational information or additional instructions of which the
user should be aware.
General Safety Considerations
Personal injury may result if the signal generator covers are removed. There are no
operator serviceable parts inside. To avoid electrical shock, refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
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Keysight PSG Signal Generators
E8257D, E8267D, and E8663D
Installation Guide
2 Getting Started
Checking the Shipment
1. Inspect the shipping container for damage.
Signs of damage may include a dented or torn shipping container or
cushioning material that shows signs of unusual stress or compacting.
2. Carefully remove the contents from the shipping container and verify that
your order is complete.
The following items are shipped standard with each instrument:
— installation guide
— documentation CD-ROM
CD-ROM contents are also available in hard copy format. Refer to
“E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation” on page 20 for
more information.
— three-prong ac power cord specific to geographic location
3. Verify that any options ordered are included with the shipment by
checking the packing literature included with the shipment.
The serial number label on the signal generator only lists the hardware/firmware
options. The packing literature verifies all items shipped.
Front handles and rack mounting hardware are also available for your
signal generator. Refer to “Front Handles and Rack Mount Flanges” on
page 20 for more information.
4. Adapters shipped by Option are shown in the following table.
Table 2-1 Adapters Shipped by Option
Option Description Quantity Part Number
520
513
Connector Assembly, 3.5mm (female–female) 1 5061–5311
520 1ED Adapter, 3.5mm (female) to Type N (male) 1 1250–1744
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Checking the Shipment
Table 2-1 Adapters Shipped by Option (Continued)
Option Description Quantity Part Number
532
540
544
550
567 Adapter, 1.85mm (female–female) 1 85058–60114
Adapter, 2.4mm (female)–2.92mm (female–K) 1 1250–2187
Adapter, 2.4mm (female–female) 1 33311–82005 or
1250-2188
5. If a pre-installed software license is part of the instrument order, verify its
installation using the directions outlined in “Verifying Pre-Installed
Software License” on page 13.
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Verifying Pre-Installed Software License
Verifying Pre-Installed Software License
If you purchased a signal generator where the order included the
pre-installation of a fixed perpetual Signal Studio license (N76xx), or a Test
Management Environment (TME) software license (N78xxA), or an Option 4xx
license, or all listed licenses, verify the license installation using the following
key path:
Utility > Instrument Adjustments > Instrument Options
This opens a menu with the choices: Software Options, Auxiliary Software
Options, Waveform Licenses, and External Software Licenses. To view the
license, press the appropriate menu key:
— For an Option 4xx license, press Software Options.
— For the TME license, press Auxiliary Software Options.
— For a Signal Studio license, press External Software Licenses
If a Signal Studio or TME license is pre-installed, the software for that license
still needs to be downloaded onto your PC. Use the following links to access
the software for download and installation:
— Signal Studio software: www.keysight.com/find/signalstudio
—TME software: www.keysight.com/find/calibrationsoftware
If the software license(s) was ordered with the instrument for pre-installation
and it does not show in the instrument, please contact Keysight Technologies:
www.keysight.com/find/contactus
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Signal Generator Physical Characteristics
Signal Generator Physical Characteristics
— Height: 178 mm (7 in.)
— Width: 426 mm (16.8 in.)
— Depth: 515 mm (20.3 in.)
— Weight: (E8257D, E8663D) < 22 kg (48 lb.) net, < 30 kg (68 lb.) shipping
— Weight: (E8267D) < 25 kg (54 lb.) net, < 33 kg (74 lb.) shipping
Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements
Environment
The signal generator is designed for use in the following environmental
conditions:
— indoor use
— <15,000 feet (4,572 meters) altitude
—0 to 55° C temperature, unless otherwise specified
— 95% relative humidity, non-condensing at 40°C, decreasing linearly to 50%
This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and POLLUTION
DEGREE 2, per IEC 61010 and 664, respectively.
Ventilation
Ventilation holes are located on the left side of the signal generator cover and
the rear of the signal generator chassis. Do not allow these holes to be
obstructed, as they allow air flow through the signal generator.
When installing the signal generator in a cabinet, the convection into and out
of the signal generator must not be restricted. The ambient temperature
outside the cabinet must be less than the maximum operating temperature of
the signal generator by 4° C for every 100 watts dissipated within the cabinet.
Damage to the signal generator may result when the total power dissipated in the
cabinet is greater than 800 watts. When this condition exists, forced convection
must be applied.
relative humidity at 55°C
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Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements
Line Settings
The signal generator has an autoranging line voltage input. The available ac
power source must meet the following conditions:
Damage to the signal generator may result if the supply voltage is not within the
specified range.
The instruments can operate with mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ± 10% of the nominal
voltage.
Voltage: 100/115 volts nominal (100-120 volts)
230/240 volts nominal (220-240 volts)
Frequency: for 100/115 volts: 50/60 (400 Hz nominal E8257D and
E8663D only)
for 230/240 volts: 50/60 Hz nominal
Power: E8257D and E8663D PSG analog models: 350 watts
maximum
E8267D PSG vector models: 450 watts maximum
Connecting the AC Power Cord
This is a Safety Class 1 Product provided with a protective earth ground
incorporated into the power cord. The front panel switch is only a standby
switch; it is not a line switch. The AC power cord is the disconnecting device
that disconnects the signal generator mains circuits from the mains supply.
Alternatively, an external switch or circuit breaker, readily identifiable and
easily reached by the operator, may also be used as a disconnecting device.
Disconnecting power to an instrument with a high stability timebase may
require a longer warm-up period before it meets specifications. Perform the
following steps when connecting the ac power cord:
Personal injury may occur if there is any interruption of the protective conductor
inside or outside of the signal generator. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Damage to the signal generator may result without adequate earth grounding.
Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with the signal generator.
1. Ensure that the power cord is not damaged.
2. Install the signal generator so that one of the following items is readily
identifiable and easily reached by the operator: AC power cord, alternative
switch, or circuit breaker.
3. Insert the mains plug into a socket outlet provided with a protective earth
grounding.
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Configuring the Display
Configuring the Display
You can adjust the LCD display using features such as contrast, brightness,
screen saver mode, and the screen saver delay. You can also toggle features
such as inverse video, display updating in remote mode, and the screen saver
on or off.
Contrast and Brightness
Press to decrease the display contrast.
Pressing the decrease contrast hardkey and holding it down causes the display
background to gradually darken in comparison to the text on the display. The
minimum contrast setting is not a completely black display. Some contrast
between the background and the text will still be visible.
Press to increase the display contrast.
Pressing the increase contrast hardkey and holding it down causes the display
background to gradually brighten in comparison to the text on the display. If
the background does not appear to change, it is probably set to the maximum
contrast.
Press Utility > Display > Brightness.
This allows you to change the display’s brightness.
Brightness can be adjusted using the arrow keys, numeric keypad, or front
panel knob. The brightness value is set to 50 (maximum brightness) at the
factory. The minimum brightness value is 1.
Inverse Video
Press Utility > Display > Inverse Video Off On.
This toggles between inverse video mode and normal display mode.
The normal display mode for the signal generator is dark text on a light
background. Inverse video mode is light text on a dark background. Inverse
video is a persistent state; it is not affected by a signal generator preset or
power cycle.
Screen Saver
Press Utility > Display > Screen Saver Off On.
This toggles the operating mode of the screen saver.
You can increase the life expectancy of the signal generator’s display light by
activating the screen saver. Leaving the display lit for long periods of time or
turning the display on and off frequently decreases the life of the bulb. With the
screen saver on, the display light is turned off after a defined period of time
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Configuring the Display
with no input to the front panel. The display light turns on again when any front
panel key is pressed or when a remote command is sent. The screen saver is
set to off at the factory.
Press Utility > Display > Screen Saver Mode.
This toggles the screen saver mode between light-only mode and
light-and-text mode.
Adjust the screen saver mode to turn the light on, off, or to turn both the light
and text on and off. Setting the mode to light-only mode turns the display light
off, leaving the text visible at a low intensity. If the display remains unchanged
for long periods of time, set the mode to light and text to prevent the text from
burning the display. This mode turns the display light and the text off.
Press Utility > Display > Screen Saver Delay.
This adjusts the amount of elapsed time before the screen saver is activated.
The screen saver delay is set to 1 hour at the factory. The current screen saver
delay is displayed in the softkey label and also in the active entry area. To
change the delay, enter a new value using the numeric keypad and then press
Enter, or rotate the front panel knob. The acceptable range of delay values is 1
through 12 hours in 1 hour increments.
The screen saver settings are persistent states; they are not affected by a signal
generator preset or power cycle.
Updating the Display During Remote Operation
Press Utility > Display > Update in Remote Off On.
This toggles the display-update-in-remote mode on or off.
When toggled on, commands executed via the remote control bus will update
the signal generator display accordingly. When toggled off, commands
executed via the remote control bus will not update the signal generator’s
display. Update-in-remote mode is set to off at the factory.
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Configuring for Remote Control
Configuring for Remote Control
GPIB Interface Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > GPIB Address.
2. Use the numeric keypad to set the desired address and press Enter.
The arrow keys or the front panel knob can be used to set the desired
address.
The signal generator’s GPIB address is set to 19 at the factory. The acceptable
range of addresses is 0 through 30. The GPIB address is a persistent state; it is
not affected by a signal generator preset or by a power cycle.
LAN Interface Configuration
Use one of the following procedures to assign a hostname and IP address to
the signal generator. The hostname and IP address are persistent states; they
are not affected by an instrument preset or a power cycle.
Verify that the signal generator is connected to the LAN using a 10BASE-T LAN
cable.
Manual Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > LAN Setup.
2. Press Hostname.
Hostname field will only be available when the DHCP is off (Manual mode).
3. Use the labeled text softkeys and/or numeric keypad to enter the desired
hostname.
To erase the current hostname, press Editing Keys > Clear Text.
4. Press Enter.
5. Set LAN Config Manual DHCP to Manual.
6. Press IP Address and enter a desired address.
Use the left and right arrow keys to move the cursor. Use the up and down
arrow keys, front panel knob, or numeric keypad to enter an IP address. To
erase the current IP address, press the Clear Text softkey.
To remotely access the signal generator from a different LAN subnet, you must
also enter the subnet mask and default gateway. See your system administrator
to obtain the appropriate values.
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Configuring for Remote Control
7. Press the Proceed With Reconfiguration softkey and then the Confirm
Change (Instrument will Reboot) softkey.
This action assigns a hostname and IP address (as well as a gateway and
subnet mask, if these have been configured) to the signal generator. The
hostname, IP address, gateway and subnet mask are not affected by an
instrument preset or by a power cycle.
DHCP Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > LAN Setup.
If the DHCP server uses dynamic DNS to link the hostname with the assigned IP
address, the hostname may be used in place of the IP address. Otherwise, the
hostname is not usable and you may skip steps 2 through 4.
2. Press Hostname.
Hostname field will only be available when the DHCP is off (Manual mode).
3. Use the labeled text softkeys and/or numeric keypad to enter the desired
hostname.
To erase the current hostname, press Editing Keys > Clear Text.
4. Press Enter.
5. Set LAN Config Manual DHCP to DHCP.
6. Press the Proceed With Reconfiguration softkey and then the Confirm
Change (Instrument will Reboot) softkey.
This action configures the signal generator as a DHCP client. In DHCP
mode, the signal generator will request a new IP address from the DHCP
server upon rebooting. You can return to the LAN Setup menu after
rebooting to determine the assigned IP address.
RS-232 Interface Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > RS-232 Setup.
2. Press RS-232 Baud Rate.
3. Press the desired baud rate softkey.
4. Press RS-232 Echo Off On.
This toggles the state of the SCPI echoing on the RS-232 connection. Set
as desired.
5. Press Reset RS-232.
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Ordering Accessories
This deletes the data from the RS-232 buffer, discarding any unprocessed
SCPI input received over RS-232.
These RS-232 parameters are persistent states; these states are not affected
by an instrument preset or power cycle.
Ordering Accessories
The following accessories can be ordered when a signal generator is
purchased, or at any time afterward. To order accessories, refer to “Contacting
Keysight Sales and Service Offices” on page 22.
Front Handles and Rack Mount Flanges
Handles can be purchased and attached to the front of the signal generator.
These handles can also be purchased with a rack mount kit to facilitate rack
installation. Hardware can be ordered as a kit to support either preference.
Table 2-2 lists the part numbers for these kits.
Table 2-2 Front Handle and Rack Mount Flange Kits
Description Part Number
Rack Mount Kit without Handles (Option 1CM) 5063-9215
Front Handle Kit (Option 1CN) 5063-9228
Rack Mount Kit with Handles (Option 1CP) 5063-9222
PSG Rack Slide Kit E8251-60419
E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation
Table 2-3 lists the part numbers and descriptions for documentation available
in hardcopy and CD-ROM format.
Table 2-3 Available E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation
Document Type Description Part Number
Documentation Set
(Option ABA)
Documentation
CD-ROM
(Option CD1)
• set includes all items listed in this table, with
the exception of the Installation Guide, the
Service Guide, and the documentation
CD-ROM
• PDF files of the E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG
documentation set, including the Installation
Guide and the Service Guide
• programming examples
• error messages
E8251-90350
E8251-90351
Installation Guide — installation instructions and requirements
— operation verification procedure
— safety and regulatory information
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Proper Usage and Cleaning
Table 2-3 Available E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation
Document Type Description Part Number
E8257D Data Sheet • available options
• warranted specifications and typical
performance
E8267D Data Sheet • available options
• warranted specifications and typical
performance
E8663D Data Sheet • available options
• warranted specifications and typical
performance
User’s Guide • description of features and functions
• signal generator operation tutorials
• optimization procedures
• concept information
•basic troubleshooting
Key Reference • softkey and hardkey descriptions E8251-90354
Programming Guide • remote operation procedures
• programming examples
• downloading and using files
SCPI Command
Reference
Service Guide
(Option OBW)
• SCPI command descriptions
• command compatibility tables
• troubleshooting procedures
• assembly replacement procedures
• parts information
5989-0698EN
5989-0697EN
5990-4136EN
E8251-90353
E8251-90355
E8251-90356
E8251-90359
Proper Usage and Cleaning
The signal generator cover protects against physical contact with internal
assemblies that contain hazardous voltages, but does not protect against the
entrance of water. To avoid damage and personal injury, ensure that liquid
substances are positioned away from your signal generator.
Personal injury may result if the signal generator is not used as specified.
Unspecified use impairs the protection provided by the equipment. The signal
generator must be used with all means for protection intact.
Cleaning Suggestions
To ensure good connections, the connectors on the front and rear panels of the
signal generator need to be cleaned regularly.
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Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices
To prevent dust build-up that could potentially obstruct ventilation, clean the
signal generator cover periodically. Use a dry cloth, or one slightly dampened
with water, to clean the external case parts.
To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Keysight E8257D/67D and E8663D
PSG Signal Generators from mains before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly
dampened with water to clean the external case parts. Do not attempt to clean
internally.
Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices
Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a
local Keysight office are available on the Internet at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
You can also purchase E8257D/67D or E8663D PSG accessories or
documentation items on the Internet at: http://www.keysight.com/find/psg
If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your field engineer.
In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the signal generator by
its model number and full serial number. With this information, the Keysight
representative can determine whether your unit is still within its warranty period.
Returning a Signal Generator to Keysight Technologies
To return your signal generator to Keysight Technologies for servicing, follow
these steps:
1. Gather as much information as possible regarding the signal generator’s
problem.
2. Call the phone number listed on the Internet
(http://www.keysight.com/find/assist) that is specific to your geographic
location. If you do not have access to the Internet, contact your Keysight
field engineer.
After sharing information regarding the signal generator and its condition,
you will receive information regarding where to ship your signal generator
for repair.
3. Ship the signal generator in the original factory packaging materials, if
available, or use similar packaging to properly protect the signal
generator.
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Keysight PSG Signal Generators
E8257D, E8267D, and E8663D
Installation Guide
3 Operation Verification
For the instrument to meet performance specifications allow a warm up period of
45 minutes within an operational temperature range of 0 to 55 °C. For more
information, refer to the PSG signal generator Data Sheet.
Operation verification is a series of tests that, when completed, will either
ensure that the signal generator is operating correctly, or will assist in pointing
to the problem area. Operation verification does not ensure performance to
specifications, but should provide a level of confidence that the signal
generator is operating correctly within a minimum amount of time.
Operation verification is appropriate for incoming inspection after repair (when
a full calibrated performance is not required), or whenever the integrity of the
signal generator is in question. Individual tests may be performed in any order,
however, the order of the list below is recommended.
Perform the following tests for operation verification:
1. “Performing a Self-Test” on page 24
2. “Checking the Maximum Leveled Power” on page 25
3. “Checking the Output Power” on page 29
Throughout this section, all references to pressing the Preset hardkey assume
that the preset state is set to normal (factory-defined preset state).
To ensure that the preset state is set to normal, press
> Preset Normal User
until Normal is highlighted.
Utility > Power On/Preset
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Operation Verification
Performing a Self-Test
Performing a Self-Test
The self-test is a series of internal tests that checks different signal generator
functions. If this test fails, refer to “Self-Test Failure” on page 24 for further
instructions.
Perform the following procedure to run a self-test:
1. Disconnect all external cables, including GPIB, LAN, and RS-232 cables.
2. Press Preset > Utility > Instrument Info/Help Mode > Self Test.
The following message should appear:
• The current status of the self-test is: Incomplete.
Not all tests have been run.
3. Press Run Complete Self Test.
While the self-test is running, an activity bar is displayed on the screen
indicating the test progress.
If Abort is pressed while the self-test are running, the following message
will be displayed:
• The current status of the self-tes t is: Incomplete.
When the self-test is complete, one of the following messages will be
displayed:
• The current status of the self- test is: Passed
• The current status of the self- test is: Failure. One
The number of tests that passed and failed are displayed in the lower left-hand
corner of the display. If the signal generator fails only one test, the display
shows the title of the failed test. If the signal generator fails more than one test,
the test number of the most significant failure is shown.
Self-Test Failure
If a self-test failure occurs, perform the following procedure:
1. Make sure all external cables, including GPIB, LAN, and RS-232 cables,
are disconnected from the signal generator and perform the self-test
again.
2. If the self-test continues to fail, send the signal generator to an Keysight
service center for repair, with a detailed description of the failed test(s)
and any other error messages that appeared on the display.
Not all tests have been run.
or more tests have failed. System diag nostics
indicate this test as the root failure : xxx
See “Returning a Signal Generator to Keysight Technologies” on page 22
for return instructions.
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Operation Verification
Checking the Maximum Leveled Power
Checking the Maximum Leveled Power
Perform the following procedure to check the maximum leveled power.
1. Press Preset.
2. Attach a 50Ω load to the RF OUTPUT. A power sensor, attenuator, or 50Ω
termination is an example of a 50Ω load.
3. Press RF On/Off. The RF On annunciator is now displayed.
4. Press Mod On/Off. The Mod Off annunciator is now displayed.
5. Press Amplitude and enter a value from Table 3-1, Table 3-2, or Table 3 -3
that is applicable to your instrument model and option configuration.
Some typical option configurations and their maximum output power limits are
shown in
or for the latest changes to specifications, refer to the PSG data sheets either on
the web at
that was shipped with your instrument.
Table 3-1, Table 3-2, or Table 3-3. For the complete matrix of options
http://www.keysight.com/find/psg or on the documentation CD
6. If the signal generator is equipped with Option 007, press Sweep /List >
Sweep Type> Step > Configure Step Sweep.
If the signal generator is not equipped with Option 007, press Sweep /List
> Configure Step Sweep.
7. Press Freq Start and enter the start frequency value listed in Table 3-1,
Table 3-2, or Table 3-3 that corresponds to the amplitude value entered in
step 5.
8. Press Freq Stop and enter the corresponding stop frequency listed in
Table 3-1, Table 3-2, or Table 3-3.
9. Press # Points and enter the number of corresponding points listed in
Table 3-1, Table 3-2 or Table 3-3.
10.Press Return > Sweep > Freq. The SW EEP annunciator is now on and a
continuous sweep will begin. During the sweep, the progress bar becomes
active on the display, indicating the status of the current sweep.
11.Watch the display and ensure that the Unlevel annunciator does not
appear at any time during a full sweep.
The Unlevel annunciator may turn on and off, or remain on; both
conditions indicate a failure. If this occurs, refer to “Maximum Leveled
Power Check Failure” on page 29 for further instructions.
12.Press Sweep > Off.
13.Repeat steps 5 through 12 for each frequency range specific to your
instrument model number and options.
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Checking the Maximum Leveled Power
Table 3-1 Frequency and Power Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes <US4928/MY4928)
Instrument
Model
E8257D
Option 520
E8257D
Option 532
E8257D
Option 540
E8257D
Option 550
and
Option 567
E8267D
Option 520
Amplitude Frequency
# Points
Standard
13 dBm 16 dBm 11 dBm 15 dBm 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
13 dBm 20 dBm 11 dBm 18 dBm 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
9 dBm 15 dBm 7 dBm 14 dBm 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
9 dBm 18 dBm 7 dBm 16 dBm 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
9 dBm 14 dBm 7 dBm 12 dBm 20.1 GHz 31.8 GHz 200
9 dBm 15 dBm 7 dBm 14 dBm 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
9 dBm 18 dBm 7 dBm 16 dBm 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
9 dBm 14 dBm 7 dBm 12 dBm 20.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
5 dBm 14 dBm 3 dBm 13 dBm 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
5 dBm 14 dBm 3 dBm 13 dBm 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
5 dBm 11 dBm 3 dBm 9 dBm 20.1 kHz 65 GHz 200
5 dBm 10 dBm 3 dBm 8 dBm 65.1 GHz 67 GHz 100
13 dBm N/A N/A N/A 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
18 dBm N/A N/A N/A 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
Option 1EA
a
Option 1E1 Options 1EA
and 1E1
Start Stop
E8267D
Option 532
and
Option 544
E8663D 15 dBm N/A N/A N/A 250.1 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
12 dBm N/A N/A N/A 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
14 dBm N/A N/A N/A 3.21 kHz 31.8 GHz 200
12 dBm N/A N/A N/A 32.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
10 dBm N/A N/A N/A 40.1 GHz 44 GHz 100
15 dBm N/A N/A N/A 3.21 GHz 9 GHz 100
a. Option 1EH or and Option UNW can degrade Option 1EA’s maximum power specifications. Refer to the Data
Sheet.
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Checking the Maximum Leveled Power
Table 3-2 Frequency and Power Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes >=US4928/MY4928
and <US5042/MY5042)
Instrument
Model
E8257D
Option 520
E8257D
Option 521
E8257D
Option 532
E8257D
Option 540
Amplitude Frequency
# Points
Standard Option 1EU Option 1E1 Options 1EU
Start Stop
and 1E1
15 dBm 21 dBm 15 dBm 21 dBm
250.1 kHz
a
3.2 GHz 50
15 dBm 22 dBm 14 dBm 21 dBm 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
19 dBm N/A 19 dBm N/A 10 MHz 250 MHz 10
24 dBm N/A 24 dBm N/A 250.1 MHz 1 GHz 50
28 dBm N/A 28 dBm N/A
1.1 GHz
a
6 GHz 100
28 dBm N/A 27 dBm N/A 6.1 GHz 14 GHz 100
26 dBm N/A 25 dBm N/A 14.1 GHz 17.5 GHz 100
24 dBm N/A 23 dBm N/A 17.51 GHz 20 GHz 50
11 dBm 20 dBm 11 dBm 20 dBm
250.1 kHz
a
3.2 GHz 50
11 dBm 19 dBm 10 dBm 17 dBm 3.21 GHz 17 GHz 200
11 dBm 16 dBm 9 dBm 14 dBm 17.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
11 dBm 20 dBm 11 dBm 20 dBm
250.1 kHz
a
3.2 GHz 50
11 dBm 19 dBm 10 dBm 17 dBm 3.21 GHz 17 GHz 200
11 dBm 16 dBm 9 dBm 14 dBm 17.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
E8257D
5 dBm 19 dBm 5 dBm 19 dBm
250.1 kHz
a
3.2 GHz 50
Option 550
and
Option 567
5 dBm 14 dBm 4 dBm 13 dBm 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
5 dBm 11 dBm 3 dBm 9 dBm 20.1 GHz 65 GHz 200
5 dBm 10 dBm 3 dBm 8 dBm 65.1 GHz 67 GHz 100
E8267D
Option 520
E8267D
Option 532
and
Option 544
13 dBm N/A N/A N/A 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
18 dBm N/A N/A N/A 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
12 dBm N/A N/A N/A 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
14 dBm N/A N/A N/A 3.21 GHz 32 GHz 200
12 dBm N/A N/A N/A 32.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
10 dBm N/A N/A N/A 40.1 GHz 44 GHz 100
E8663D 15 dBm 21 dBm 15 dBm 21 dBm 250.1 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
15 dBm 22 dBm 14 dBm 21 dBm 3.21 GHz 9 GHz 100
a. With 1EH low-pass filters below 2 GHz switched off. With filters on, this specification applies >2 GHz.
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Checking the Maximum Leveled Power
Table 3-3 Frequency and Power Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes >=US5042/MY5042)
Instrument
Model
E8257D
Option 520 and
Option 513
E8257D
Option 521
E8257D
Option 532
E8257D
Option 540
Amplitude Frequency
# Points
Standard Option
1EU
15 dBm 21 dBm 15 dBm 21 dBm
Option 1E1 Options 1EU
and 1E1
Start Stop
a
250.1 kHz
3.2 GHz 50
15 dBm 22 dBm 14 dBm 21 dBm 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
19 dBm N/A 19 dBm N/A 10 MHz 250 MHz 10
24 dBm N/A 24 dBm N/A 250.1 MHz 1 GHz 50
28 dBm N/A 28 dBm N/A
1.1 GHz
a
6 GHz 100
28 dBm N/A 27 dBm N/A 6.1 GHz 14 GHz 100
26 dBm N/A 25 dBm N/A 14.1 GHz 17.5 GHz 100
24 dBm N/A 23 dBm N/A 17.51 GHz 20 GHz 50
a
11 dBm 20 dBm 11 dBm 20 dBm
250.1 kHz
3.2 GHz 50
11 dBm 19 dBm 10 dBm 17 dBm 3.21 GHz 17 GHz 200
11 dBm 16 dBm 9 dBm 14 dBm 17.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
a
11 dBm 20 dBm 11 dBm 20 dBm
250.1 kHz
3.2 GHz 50
11 dBm 19 dBm 10 dBm 17 dBm 3.21 GHz 17 GHz 200
11 dBm 16 dBm 9 dBm 14 dBm 17.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
a
E8257D
5 dBm 19 dBm 5 dBm 19 dBm
250.1 kHz
3.2 GHz 50
Option 550 and
Option 567
5 dBm 18 dBm 4 dBm 17 dBm 3.21 GHz 15 GHz 200
5 dBm 14 dBm 3 dBm 13 dBm 15.1 GHz 30 GHz 200
5 dBm 11 dBm 3 dBm 9 dBm 30.1 GHz 65 GHz 200
5 dBm 10 dBm 3 dBm 8 dBm 65.1 GHz 67 GHz 100
E8267D
Option 520 and
Option 513
E8267D
Option 532 and
Option 544
18 dBm N/A N/A N/A 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
18 dBm N/A N/A N/A 3.21 GHz 20 GHz 200
20 dBm N/A N/A N/A 250 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
14 dBm N/A N/A N/A 3.21 GHz 32 GHz 200
14 dBm N/A N/A N/A 32.1 GHz 40 GHz 200
12 dBm N/A N/A N/A 40.1 GHz 44 GHz 100
E8663D 15 dBm 21 dBm 15 dBm 21 dBm 250.1 kHz 3.2 GHz 50
15 dBm 22 dBm 14 dBm 21 dBm 3.21 GHz 9 GHz 100
a. With 1EH low-pass filters below 2 GHz switched off. With filters on, this specification applies >2 GHz.
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Operation Verification
Checking the Output Power
Maximum Leveled Power Check Failure
If a maximum leveled power check fails, perform the following procedure:
1. Verify the limits for that particular option using the data sheet.
2. If the Unlocked annunciator is displayed, refer to the Troubleshooting
chapter of the E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Signal Generators Service
Guide.
3. Ensure that the RF OUTPUT connector is connected to a 50Ω load.
4. Ensure that the power level entered corresponds to the value listed in
Table 3-1, Table 3-2, or Table 3-3.
5. Refer to Table 3-4, Table 3-5, Table 3-6 or for the recommended
equipment and measure the output power.
If the measured power level is more than the power level listed in Table ,
Table 3-2, or Table 3-3, turn the front panel knob counterclockwise until
the measured power level equals the power level in Table 3-1, Table 3-2,
or Table 3-3.
6. Note the signal generator front-panel amplitude value and use it to repeat
the maximum leveled power check.
If you have followed the above steps and the check continues to fail,
contact the nearest Keysight Technologies call center for assistance. Refer
to “Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices” on page 22 for contact
information.
Checking the Output Power
This test verifies the CW output power from the signal generator. If this test
fails, refer to “Problems with Output Power” on page 37 for further
instructions.
Table 3-4 shows the recommended equipment for use with the E8257D signal
generator when performing this test.
Table 3-5 shows the recommended equipment for use with the E8267D signal
generator when performing this test.
Table 3-6 shows the recommended equipment for use with the E8663D signal
generator when performing this test.
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Checking the Output Power
Table 3-4 Recommended Equipment for the E8257D
E8257D
Option
513
XXX X X X X Power Meter Keysight E4418B
XX XXXXPower Sensor,
XX Power Sensor,
XX XXX Power Sensor,
E8257D
Option
520
E8257D
Option
521
E8257D
Option
532
E8257D
Option
540
E8257D
Option
550
E8257D
Option
567
Test Equipment
Input: Type-N (m)
Input: APC 3.5
(m)
Input: 2.4 mm (m)
Recommended
Keysight
Test Equip ment
E-Series power
meter or Keysight
E4419A/B
E-Series power
meter
Keysight E9304A
E-Series power
sensor or
Keysight 8482A
power sensor
Keysight E4413A
E-Series power
sensor
Keysight 8487A
Option H84
power sensor
(Option H84 adds
a Standards Lab
Calibration)
X Power Sensor/
Attenuator
(calibrated pair):
Type-N (m)
X V-Band Power
Sensor
XX Adapter,
2.4 mm (f) to
Type-N (f )
XX XXAdapter,
2.4 mm (f) to (f)
XXX Adapter,
3.5 (f) to (f)
Keysight
calibrated pair
E9300A H25 and
8493C (010)
Keysight V8446A
V-Band Power
Sensor
Keysight 11903B
2.4 mm (f) to
Type-N (f )
adapter
Keysight 11900B
2.4 mm (f) to (f)
adapter
Keysight
1250-1749 APC
3.5 (f) to
(f) adapter
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Operation Verification
Checking the Output Power
Table 3-4 Recommended Equipment for the E8257D
E8257D
Option
513
XXX Adapter,
E8257D
Option
520
E8257D
Option
521
E8257D
Option
532
E8257D
Option
540
E8257D
Option
550
E8257D
Option
567
XAdapter,
Test Equipment
3.5 (f) to Type-N
(m)
1.85 mm (f) to
V-Band
Recommended
Keysight
Test Equip ment
Keysight
1250-1744
APC 3.5 (f) to
Type-N (m)
adapter
Keysight V281A
Coax 1.85 mm (f)
to V-Band
Table 3-5 Recommended Equipment for the E8267D
E8267D
Option
513
X X X X Power Meter Keysight E4418B E-Series power meter
XX XXPower Sensor,
E8267D
Option
520
E8267D
Option
532
E8667D
Option
544
Test Equip ment
Input: Type-N (m)
Recommended Keysight
Test Equipment
or Keysight E4419A/B E-Series power meter
Keysight E9304A E-Series power sensor
or Keysight 8482A power sensor
XX Power Sensor,
Input: APC 3.5 (m)
XX XXPower Sensor,
Input: 2.4 mm (m)
XAdapter,
2.4 mm (f) to (f)
XX Adapter,
APC 3.5 (f) to (f)
XX Adapter,
APC 3.5 (f) to Type-N
(m)
Keysight E4413A E-Series power sensor
Keysight 8487A Option H84 power sensor
Option H84 adds a Standards Lab Calibration
Keysight 11900B 2.4 mm (f) to (f) adapter
Keysight 1250-1749 APC 3.5 (f) to
(f) adapter
Keysight 1250-1744
APC 3.5 (f) to Type-N (m) adapter
Table 3-6 Recommended Equipment for the E8663D
E8663D
Option
503
XXPower MeterKeysight E4418B E-Series power meter
XXPower Sensor,
E8663D Option
509
Test Equip ment Recommended Keysight Test Equipment
or Keysight E4419A/B E-Series power meter
Keysight E9304A E-Series power sensor
Input: Type-N (m)
or Keysight 8482A power sensor
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Table 3-6 Recommended Equipment for the E8663D
E8663D
Option
503
XXPower Sensor,
XXPower Sensor,
XXAdapter,
XXAdapter,
E8663D Option
509
Test Equip ment Recommended Keysight Test Equipment
Input: APC 3.5 (m)
Input: 2.4 mm (m)
3.5 (f) to (f)
3.5 (f) to Type-N (m)
Perform the following procedure to check the signal generator output power:
1. Zero and calibrate the power sensor to the power meter as shown:
Keysight E4413A E-Series power sensor
Keysight 8487A Option H84 power sensor (Option
H84 adds a Standards Lab Calibration)
Keysight 1250-1749 APC 3.5 (f) to
(f) adapter
Keysight 1250-1744
APC 3.5 (f) to Type-N (m) adapter
2. Connect the equipment as shown:
3. Press Preset.
4. Press RF On/Off. The RF On annunciator is now displayed.
5. Press Mod On/Off. The Mod Off annunciator is now displayed.
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6. Press Frequency and enter the first frequency value listed for your
instrument model in Table 3-7, Table 3-8, or Table 3-9.
Some typical option configurations and their maximum output power limits are shown in Table
3-7, Table 3-8, or Table 3-9. For the complete matrix of options or for the latest changes to
specifications, refer to the E8257D, or E8267D data sheets either on the web at
http://www.keysight.com/find/psg or on the documentation CD that was shipped with
your instrument.
7. Press Amplitude and enter the amplitude value for your option and
frequency.
8. Measure the power level. Record any power levels not within the limits
indicated.
9. Repeat steps 6 through 8 and measure the power levels for each
remaining frequency listed in Table 3-7, Table 3-8, or Table 3-9.
Table 3-7 Frequency and Power Level Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes
<US4928/MY4928)
a
Instrument
Model
E8257D
Option 520
E8257D
Option 540
E8257D
Option 550
Frequency Amplitude / Limits
Standard Option 1EA Option 1E1 Options 1EA and 1E1
250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 16 dBm / ±0.6 11 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 16 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 20 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.6 18 dBm / ±0.8
250 kHz 9 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6 7 dBm / ±0.6 14 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.8 15 dBm / ±0.8 7 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.8 18 dBm / ±0.8 7 dBm / ±0.9 16 dBm / ±0.8
40 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.9 14 dBm / ±1.0 7 dBm / ±0.9 12 dBm / ±1.0
250 kHz 5 dBm / ±0.6 14 dBm / ±0.6 3 dBm / ±0.6 13 dBm / ±0.8
3.2 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.8 13 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.9 13 dBm / ±1.0
40 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.9 10 dBm / ±0.9 3 dBm / ±0.9 9 dBm / ±0.9
50 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.3 10 dBm / ±1.3 3 dBm / ±1.3 9 dBm / ±1.3
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Table 3-7 Frequency and Power Level Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes
<US4928/MY4928)
a
Instrument
Model
E8257D
Option 567
E8267D
Option 520
E8267D
Option 532 and
Option 544
Frequency Amplitude / Limits
Standard Option 1EA Option 1E1 Options 1EA and 1E1
250 kHz 5 dBm / ±0.6 14 dBm / ±0.6 3 dBm / ±0.6 13 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.8 13 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.8 13 dBm / ±1.0
40 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.9 10 dBm / ±0.9 3 dBm / ±0.9 9 dBm / ±0.9
50 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.3 10 dBm / ±1.3 3 dBm / ±1.3 9 dBm / ±1.3
60 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.5 10 dBm / ±1.5 3 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±0.9
67 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.5 10 dBm / ±1.5 3 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±0.9
250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
20 GHz 18 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
250 kHz 12 dBm / ±0.6 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 12 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
20 GHz 14 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
40 GHz 12 dBm / ±1.0 N/A N/A N/A
44 GHz 10 dBm / ±1.0 N/A N/A N/A
E8663D 250 kHz 15 dBm / ±0.6 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 15 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
9 GHz 15 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
a. For instrument with Type-N connectors (Option 1ED), specifications are degraded typically 0.2dB above 18GHz
Table 3-8 Frequency and Power Level Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes
a
1E1
Instrument
Model
E8257D
Option 520
>=US4928/MY4928 and <US5042/MY5042)
Frequency Amplitude / Limits
Standard Option 1EU Option 1E1 Options 1EU and
250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 16 dBm / ±0.6 11 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 16 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.8 15 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 20 dBm / ±1.0 11 dBm / ±0.8 18 dBm / ±1.0
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Table 3-8 Frequency and Power Level Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes
>=US4928/MY4928 and <US5042/MY5042)
a
Instrument
Model
E8257D Option
521
E8257D
Option 532 and
Option 540
E8257D
Option 550 and
Option 567
Frequency Amplitude / Limits
Standard Option 1EU Option 1E1 Options 1EU and
1E1
250 MHz N/A N/A 19 dBm / ±1.3 N/A
1 GHz N/A N/A 24 dBm / ±1.0 N/A
6 GHz N/A N/A 28 dBm / ±1.0 N/A
20 GHz N/A N/A 27 dBm / ±1.0 N/A
250 kHz 9 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6 7 dBm / ±0.6 14 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.8 15 dBm / ±0.8 7 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.8 18 dBm / ±0.8 7 dBm / ±0.8 16 dBm / ±0.8
40 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.9 14 dBm / ±1.0 7 dBm / ±0.9 12 dBm / ±1.0
250 kHz 5 dBm / ±0.6 14 dBm / ±0.6 3 dBm / ±0.6 13 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.8 13 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.8 13 dBm / ±0.8
40 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.9 11 dBm / ±1.0 3 dBm / ±0.9 9 dBm / ±0.9
50 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.3 9 dBm / ±1.3 3 dBm / ±1.3 9 dBm / ±1.3
60 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±1.5 3 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±1.5
67 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±1.5 3 dBm / ±1.5 8 dBm / ±1.5
E8267D
Option 520
E8267D
Option 532 and
Option 544
E8663D 250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 16 dBm / ±0.6 11 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6
250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
20 GHz 18 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
250 kHz 12 dBm / ±0.6 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 12 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
20 GHz 14 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
40 GHz 12 dBm / ±1.0 N/A N/A N/A
44 GHz 10 dBm / ±0.9 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 16 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.8 15 dBm / ±0.8
9 GHz 18 dBm / ±0.8 20 dBm / ±1.0 11 dBm / ±0.8 18 dBm / ±0.8
a. For instrument with Type-N connectors (Option 1ED), specifications are degraded typically 0.2dB above 18GH
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Checking the Output Power
Table 3-9 Frequency and Power Level Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes
>=US5042/MY5042)
a
Instrument
Model
E8257D
Option 520 and
Option 513
E8257D
Option 521
E8257D
Option 532 and
Option 540
E8257D
Option 550 and
Option 567
Frequency Amplitude
Standard Option 1EU Option 1E1 Options 1EU and
1E1
250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 16 dBm / ±0.6 11 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 16 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.8 15 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 20 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.8 18 dBm / ±0.8
250 MHz N/A N/A 19 dBm / ±1.3 N/A
1 GHz N/A N/A 24 dBm / ±1.0 N/A
6 GHz N/A N/A 28 dBm / ±1.0 N/A
20 GHz N/A N/A 27 dBm / ±1.0 N/A
250 kHz 9 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6 7 dBm / ±0.6 14 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.8 15 dBm / ±0.8 7 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.8 18 dBm / ±0.8 7 dBm / ±0.8 16 dBm / ±0.8
40 GHz 9 dBm / ±0.9 14 dBm / ±1.0 7 dBm / ±0.9 12 dBm / ±1.0
250 kHz 5 dBm / ±0.6 14 dBm / ±0.6 3 dBm / ±0.6 13 dBm / ±0.6
3.2 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.8 13 dBm / ±0.8
20 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.8 14 dBm / ±0.8 3 dBm / ±0.8 13 dBm / ±0.8
E8267D
Option 520 and
Option 513
E8267D
Option 532 and
Option 544
40 GHz 5 dBm / ±0.9 11 dBm / ±1.0 3 dBm / ±0.9 9 dBm / ±0.9
50 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.3 9 dBm / ±1.3 3 dBm / ±1.3 9 dBm / ±1.3
60 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±1.5 3 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±1.5
67 GHz 5 dBm / ±1.5 9 dBm / ±1.5 3 dBm / ±1.5 8 dBm / ±1.5
250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
20 GHz 18 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
250 kHz 12 dBm / ±0.6 N/A N/A N/A
3.2 GHz 12 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
20 GHz 14 dBm / ±0.8 N/A N/A N/A
40 GHz 12 dBm / ±1.0 N/A N/A N/A
44 GHz 10 dBm / ±0.9 N/A N/A N/A
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Operation Verification
Checking the Output Power
Table 3-9 Frequency and Power Level Limits (For PSGs with s/n prefixes
>=US5042/MY5042)
a
Instrument
Model
E8663D 250 kHz 13 dBm / ±0.6 16 dBm / ±0.6 11 dBm / ±0.6 15 dBm / ±0.6
a. For instrument with Type-N connectors (Option 1ED), specifications are degraded typically 0.2dB above 18GHz
Frequency Amplitude
Standard Option 1EU Option 1E1 Options 1EU and
1E1
3.2 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 16 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.8 15 dBm / ±0.8
9 GHz 13 dBm / ±0.8 20 dBm / ±0.8 11 dBm / ±0.8 18 dBm / ±0.8
Limit values are due to power measurement uncertainty.
Problems with Output Power
If a problem occurs when verifying output power levels, perform the following
procedure:
1. Verify the power sensor being used in this test is the appropriate sensor.
2. Verify the power sensor calibration factors, if required, are correct.
3. Verify the power sensor is properly calibrated to the power meter.
If the problem continues, perform a Power Level Accuracy performance test.
Refer to the Troubleshooting chapter of the E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG
Signal Generators Service Guide.
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Operation Verification
Checking the Output Power
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Keysight PSG Signal Generators
E8257D, E8267D, and E8663D
Installation Guide
4 Regulatory Information
Statement of Compliance
This product has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC Publication
61010, Safety Requirements for Electronic Measuring Apparatus, and has
been supplied in a safe condition. The instruction documentation contains
information and warnings which must be followed by the user to ensure safe
operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition.
Assistance
Certification
Product maintenance agreements and other customer assistance agreements
are available for Keysight Technologies products. For any assistance, contact
Keysight Technologies. (Refer to “Contacting Keysight Sales and Service
Offices” on page 22.)
Keysight Technologies certifies that this product met its published
specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Keysight Technologies
further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United
States National Institute of Standards and Technology, to the extent allowed
by the Institute’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other
International Standards Organization members.
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Regulatory Information
Acoustic Statement
Acoustic Statement
This is to declare that this instrument is in conformance with the European
Machinery Directive 2002/42/EC, 1.7.4.2u.
Table 4-1
Acoustic Noise Emission
LpA < 70 dB
Operator position
Normal operation mode
Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements
This is to declare that this ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. (Cet
appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB du Canada.)
Declaration of Conformity
A copy of the Manufacturer’s EU Declaration of Conformity for this instrument
can be obtained by contacting your local Keysight Technologies sale
representative. (Refer to “Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices” on
page 22.)
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Index
Index
A
AC power cord
AC symbol
accessories
15
9
20
address, GPIB
altitude requirements
assistance
39
14
Australian Communications Authority (C-tick)
mark
9
B
brightness adjustment
16
C
Canadian EMC requirements
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) mark
CE mark
9
characteristics, physical
cleaning
21
40
9
14
configure
display
contrast adjustment
CSA mark
C-tick mark
16
16
9
9
D
declaration of conformity
DHCP configuration
display adjustments
documentation
20
documentation, list of
40
19
16, 17
7
hostname configuration
humidity requirements
18
14
I
IEC Publication 61010
instruction manual symbol
inverse video adjustment
IP address, setting
ISM1-A symbol
9
39
9
16
18
K
kits
20
L
LAN configuration
light adjustment
18
17
M
maintenance agreements
Manual Configuration
manual configuration
maximum leveled power, checking
39
18
18
25
O
operation verification
output power, checking
23
29
P
parallel interface. See GPIB configuration
power on symbol
power, checking
9
25, 29
E
electrical requirements
environmental requirements
equipment, test
30, 31
14
14
European Community (CE) trademark
F
front handle kit
20
G
German noise requirements
40
GPIB configuration
H
handles, kits
holes, ventilation
20
14
R
rack mount kits
remote operation
requirements
9
returning a signal generator
RS-232 configuration
20
17, 18
14, 40
22
19
S
screen saver adjustment
self-test
24
service, Keysight sales and service offices
shipment, checking
standby symbol
symbols
9
9
16
22
11
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T
temperature requirements
troubleshooting
maximum leveled power
output power
self-test
29
24
V
ventilation requirements
verification, operation
14
23
14
25
42
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This information is subject to change
without notice.
© Keysight Technologies 2012-2018
Edition 1, September 2018
E8251-90352
www.keysight.com
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