Keysight Technologies M9393A Startup Manual

Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer

Startup Guide

Notices

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Manual Part Number

M9393-90002

Published By

Keysight Technologies Ground Floor and Second Floor, CP-11 Sector-8, IMT Manesar – 122051 Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Edition

Edition 2.1, February, 2016

Regulatory Compliance

This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition. To review the Declaration of Conformity, go to

http://www.keysight.com/go/conformity

Warranty

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FURNISHING, USE, OR PERFORMANCE OF THIS DOCUMENT OR OF ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. SHOULD KEYSIGHT AND THE USER HAVE A SEPARATE WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH WARRANTY TERMS COVERING THE MATERIAL IN THIS DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH THESE TERMS, THE WARRANTY TERMS IN THE SEPARATE AGREEMENT SHALL CONTROL.

KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES DOES NOT WARRANT THIRD-PARTY SYSTEMLEVEL (COMBINATION OF CHASSIS, CONTROLLERS, MODULES, ETC.) PERFORMANCE, SAFETY, OR REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, UNLESS SPECIFICALLY STATED.

Technology Licenses

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U.S. Government Rights

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12.212 and 27.405-3 and Department of Defense FAR Supplement (“DFARS”)

227.7202, the U.S. government acquires commercial computer software under the same terms by which the software is customarily provided to the public. Accordingly, Keysight provides the Software to U.S. government customers under its standard commercial license, which is embodied in its End User License Agreement (EULA), a copy of which can be found at http://www.keysight.com/find/sweula. The license set forth in the EULA represents the exclusive authority by which the U.S. government may use, modify, distribute, or disclose the Software. The EULA and the license set forth therein, does not require or permit, among other things, that Keysight: (1) Furnish technical information related to commercial computer software or commercial computer software documentation that is not customarily provided to the public; or (2) Relinquish

to, or otherwise provide, the government rights in excess of these rights customarily provided to the public to use, modify, reproduce, release, perform, display, or disclose commercial computer software or commercial computer software documentation. No additional government requirements beyond those set forth in the EULA shall apply, except to the extent that those terms, rights, or licenses are explicitly required from all providers of commercial computer software pursuant to the FAR and the DFARS and are set forth specifically in writing elsewhere in the EULA. Keysight shall be under no obligation to update, revise or otherwise modify the Software. With respect to any technical data as defined by FAR 2.101, pursuant to FAR 12.211 and 27.404.2 and DFARS 227.7102, the U.S. government acquires no greater than Limited Rights as defined in FAR 27.401 or DFAR 227.71035 (c), as applicable in any technical data.

Safety Notices

A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

A WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury or death. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

The following safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any associated instrumentation. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize

shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautions required to avoid possible injury. Read and follow all installation, operation, and maintenance information carefully before using the product.

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.

The types of product users are:

Responsible body is the individual or group responsible for the use and maintenance of equipment, for ensuring that the equipment is operated within its specifications and operating limits, and for ensuring operators are adequately trained. Operators use the product for its intended function. They must be trained in electrical safety procedures and proper use of the instrument.They must be protected from electric shock and contact with hazardous live circuits. Maintenance personnel perform routine procedures on the product to keep it operating properly (for example, setting the line voltage or replacing consumable materials). Maintenance procedures are described in the user documentation.The procedures explicitly state if the operator may perform them. Otherwise,they should be performed only by service personnel. Service personnel are trained to work on live circuits, perform safe installations, and repair products.Only properly trained service personnel may perform installation and service procedures.

Operator is responsible to maintain safe operating conditions. To ensure safe operating conditions, modules should not be operated beyond the full temperature range specified in the Environmental and physical specification. Exceeding safe operating conditions can result in shorter lifespans, improper module

performance and user safety issues. When the modules are in use and operation within the specified full temperature range is not maintained, module surface temperatures may exceed safe handling conditions which can cause discomfort or burns if touched. In the event of a module exceeding the full temperature range, always allow the module to cool before touching or removing modules from chassis.

Keysight products are designed for use with electrical signals that are rated Measurement Category I and Measurement Category II, as described in the International Electro-technical Commission (IEC) Standard IEC 60664. Most measurement, control, and data I/O signals are Measurement Category I and must not be directly connected to mains voltage or to voltage sources with high transient overvoltages. Measurement Category II connections require protection for high transient over-voltages often associated with local AC mains connections.Assume all measurement, control, and data I/O connections are for connection to Category I sources unless otherwise marked or described in the user documentation.

Exercise extreme caution when a shock hazard is present. Lethal voltage may be present on cable connector jacks or test fixtures. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) states that a shock hazard exists when voltage levels greater than 30V RMS, 42.4V peak, or 60VDC are present. A good safety practice is to expect that hazardous voltage is present in any unknown circuit before measuring.

Operators of this product must be protected from electric shock at all times. The responsible body must ensure that operators are prevented access and/or insulated from every connection point. In some cases, connections must be exposed to potential human contact. Product operators in these circumstances must be trained to protect themselves from the risk of electric shock. If the circuit is capable of operating at or above 1000V,

no conductive part of the circuit may be exposed.

Do not connect switching cards directly to unlimited power circuits. They are intended to be used with impedancelimited sources. NEVER connect switching cards directly to AC mains. When connecting sources to switching cards, install protective devices to limit fault current and voltage to the card.

Before operating an instrument, ensure that the line cord is connected to a properly grounded power receptacle. Inspect the connecting cables, test leads, and jumpers for possible wear, cracks, or breaks before each use.

When installing equipment where access to the main power cord is restricted, such as rack mounting, a separate main input power disconnect device must be provided in close proximity to the equipment and within easy reach of the operator.

For maximum safety, do not touch the product, test cables, or any other instruments while power is applied to the circuit under test. ALWAYS remove power from the entire test system and discharge any capacitors before: connecting or disconnecting cables or jumpers, installing or removing switching cards, or making internal changes, such as installing or removing jumpers.

Do not touch any object that could provide a current path to the common side of the circuit under test or power line (earth) ground. Always make measurements with dry hands while standing on a dry, insulated surface capable of withstanding the voltage being measured.

The instrument and accessories must be used in accordance with its specifications and operating instructions, or the safety of the equipment may be impaired.

Do not exceed the maximum signal levels of the instruments and accessories, as defined in the specifications and operating information,and as shown on the instrument or test fixture panels, or switching card.

When fuses are used in a product, replace with the same type and rating for continued protection against fire hazard.

Chassis connections must only be used as shield connections for measuring circuits, NOT as safety earth ground connections.

If you are using a test fixture, keep the lid closed while power is applied to the device under test. Safe operation requires the use of a lid interlock.

Instrumentation and accessories shall not be connected to humans.

Before performing any maintenance, disconnect the line cord and all test cables.

To maintain protection from electric shock and fire, replacement components in mains circuits - including the power transformer, test leads, and input jacks must be purchased from Keysight. Standard fuses with applicable national safety approvals may be used if the rating and type are the same. Other components that are not safety related may be purchased from other suppliers as long as they are equivalent to the original component (note that selected parts should be purchased only through Keysight to maintain accuracy and functionality of the product). If you are unsure about the applicability of a replacement component, call an Keysight office for information.

No operator serviceable parts inside.Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers. For continued protection against fire hazard, replace fuse with same type and rating.

PRODUCT MARKINGS:

The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community.

Australian Communication and Media Authority mark to indicate regulatory compliance as a registered supplier.

This symbol indicates product compliance with the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard (ICES-001). It also identifies the product is an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product (CISPR 11, Clause 4).

South Korean Class A EMC Declaration. This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments outside of the home.

This product complies with the WEEE Directive marketing requirement. The affixed product label (above) 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 classified as “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product. Do not dispose in domestic household waste. To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office, or for more information see http://about.

keysight.com/en/companyinfo/environment /takeback.shtml

This symbol indicates the instrument is sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD can damage the highly sensitive components in your instrument. ESD damage is most likely to occur as the module is being installed or when cables are connected or disconnected. Protect the circuits from ESD damage by wearing a grounding strap that provides a high resistance path to ground. Alternatively, ground yourself to discharge any builtup static charge by touching the outer shell of any grounded instrument chassis before touching the port connectors.

This symbol on an instrument means caution, risk of danger. You should refer to the operating instructions located in the user documentation in all cases where the symbol is marked on the instrument.

This symbol indicates the time period during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use. Forty years is the expected useful life of the product.

Contents

M9393A Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Follow the Startup Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Additional Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Documentation Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Items You Will Need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Step 1: Unpack, Inspect, and Verify Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Unpack and Inspect the Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

ESD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Inspect for Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Return an Instrument for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Verify M9393A Shipment Contents and Model Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Model - Option List for M9393A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Step 2: Download the Latest Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Step 3: Install the PXIe Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Before Installing the PXIe Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Best Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

M9018A Chassis Air Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Cable and Connector Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Prepare the PXIe Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Install the Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Embedded Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Remote Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Install the PXIe Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Recommended Module Positions in Chassis Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Procedure for Installing Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Cable the Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Cabling Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Cabling for Extended Frequency Mode - 3.6 GHz to 50 GHz . . . . . . . . . . 34

Cabling for Extended Frequency Mode - 9 kHz to 40 GHz . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Cabling for Wideband IF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Cabling for Multi-Channel Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Install Slot Blockers and Filler Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Power up the Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Step 4: Install the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Step 5: Verify Operation of the Keysight M9393A PXIe Vector Signal Analyzer . . . . 45

Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Status LED States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Step 6: Make a Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Step 7: Installation is Complete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

API Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

M9393A Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

M9393A Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9300A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9308A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9365A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9214A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Module Front Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

M9300A Front Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

M9308A Front Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

M9365A Front Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

M9214A Front Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Extended Frequency Range Using M9169E - Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Sharing the M9300A Frequency Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Keysight 89600 Vector Signal Analysis Software for M9393A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Procedure for a Single Channel Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Extended Frequency Range Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Parameter Control and Input Extensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Running Calibration on the M9393A from the 89600 VSA Software . . . . 73

Procedure for a Two Channel Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Procedure for a Three or Four Channel Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

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M9393A Introduction

The scope of this Startup Guide is to detail the processes of receiving and installing the modules and cables that compose the Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer. Additionally, installing the required software is documented. If you have any questions after reviewing this information, please contact your local Keysight Technologies Inc. representative or contact us through our website at www.

.keysight.com/find/M9393A

Follow the Startup Sequence

Closely follow the startup process flow in this document. Deviating from the sequence can cause unpredictable system behavior, damage your system, and may cause personal injury.

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Related Documentation

To access documentation related to the Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer, use one of the following methods:

If the product software is installed on your PC, the related documents are also available in the software installation directory. Refer the table below.

Document Description Default Location on 64-bit

Windows system

Format

Startup Guide Includes

procedures to help you to unpack, inspect, install (software and hardware), perform instrument connections, verify operability, and troubleshoot your product.

Also includes an annotated block diagram.

C:\Program Files (x86) \Keysight\M9393\Help\M9393_StartupGuide.pdf

PDF

Programming Guide

Shows you how to use Visual Studio 2010 with the . NET Framework to write IVI-COM Console Applications in Visual C#.

C:\Program Files (x86) \Keysight\M9393\Help\M9393_ProgrammingGuide. pdf

PDF

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Document Description Default Location on 64-bit

Windows system

Format

IVI Driver reference (help system)

Provides detailed documentation of the IVI-COM and IVI-C driver API functions, as well as information to help you get started with using the IVI drivers in your application development environment.

C:\Program Files (x86) \Keysight\M9393\Help\AgM9393.chm

CHM (Microsoft Help Format)

Soft Front Panel (SFP) help system

Provides product introduction, tour of the SFP user interface, how-to procedures (for example, configuration, self test, operational check), and troubleshooting.

C:\Program Files (x86) \Keysight\M9393\Help\M9393_SFP_Help.chm

CHM (Microsoft Help Format)

Data Sheet In addition to a

detailed product introduction, the data sheet supplies full product specifications.

C:\Program Files (x86) \Keysight\M9393\Help\M9393_DataSheet.pdf

PDF

LabVIEW Driver Reference

Provides detailed documentation of the LabVIEW G Driver API functions.

C:\Program Files (x86) \Keysight\M9393\Help\AgM9393_LabVIEW_Help.chm

CHM (Microsoft Help Format)

Software Release Notes

Includes recent changes, enhancements, and bug fixes in the current release.

C:\Program Files (x86) \Keysight\M9393\Help\M9393_SoftwareReleaseNotes. pdf

PDF

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Alternatively, you can find these documents under:

Start > All Programs >

Keysight > M9393.

To understand the available user documentation in context to your workflow,

.click here

To find the very latest versions of the user documentation, go to the product web site ( ) and download the files from the www.keysight.com/find/M9393A Manuals support page (go to ):Document Library > Manuals

Depending upon your order, you may find the following product documentation useful.

Additional Related Documentation

Document Description Location

M9018A PXIe Chassis Startup Guide

Provides installation and startup information for the M9018A PXIe Chassis.

www.keysight. com/find /M9018A

M9036A PXIe Embedded Controller Startup Guide (optional)

Provides installation and startup information for the M9036A PXIe Embedded Controller.

www.keysight. com/find /M9036A

M9037A PXIe Embedded Controller Startup Guide (optional)

Provides unpacking, installation and beginning usage information for the M9037A PXIe Embedded Controller.

www.keysight. com/find /M9037A

M9021A PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation Guide (optional)

Provides installation details for the M9021A Gen 2, x8 PCIe cable interface module.

www.keysight. com/find /M9021A

Multiple PXIe and AXIe Chassis System Configuration Tool

This interactive tool helps you to configure and install PXIe and AXIe multiple chassis systems.

www.keysight. com/find/pxiemultichassis

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Document Description Location

M9381A PXIe Vector Signal Generator Documents

Provides Startup, LabVIEW Driver, and Data sheet information of M9381 PXle Vector Signal Generator.

www.keysight. com/find/M9381

M9169E PXIe Switchable-Input Programmable Step Attenuator Module Documents

Provide Technical Overview document and Service Guide.

http://www. keysight.com/find /M9169E

Documentation Access

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Items You Will Need

To complete the startup process and begin using the instrument, you will need the following items:

Pozidriv P1 or slotted screwdriver to secure the modules into the chassis.

Adjustable torque wrench (at minimum, accommodate an 8 Lb-In [0.904 Nm] torque on SMA connectors).

If your configuration contains an embedded controller, such as the M9036A or M9037A:

Monitor with M9036A - Use the DVI-to-VGA adaptor (an accessory to the M9036A) if necessary

Monitor with M9037A - Use the Display Port to VGA adaptor (an accessory to the M9037A) if necessary

USB compatible keyboard

USB compatible mouse

A USB flash drive. Download the installer files to a computer, transfer the installer files to a USB flash drive, and install the software from the USB flash drive.

A high-quality SMA (male) to SMA (male) cable at least 10 inches (25.4 cm) long. This cable is used in . If you are using a Step 6: Make a Measurement signal generator other than the Keysight M9381A PXIe Vector Signal Generator the cable end at the signal generator RF Output may be different.

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Step 1: Unpack, Inspect, and Verify Shipment

Unpack and Inspect the Modules

The modules are shipped in materials which prevent damage from static. The module should only be removed from the packaging in an anti-static area ensuring that correct anti-static precautions are taken. Store all modules in anti-static envelopes when not in use.

ESD

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components. Use a static-safe work station to perform all work on electronic assemblies. The figure (left) shows a static-safe work station using two types of ESD protection: conductive table-mat and wrist-strap combination, and conductive floor-mat and heel-strap combination. Both types, when used together, provide a significant level of ESD protection. Of the two, only the table-mat and wrist-strap combination provides adequate ESD protection when used alone. To ensure user safety, the static-safe accessories must provide at least 1 MΩ of isolation from ground.

DO NOT use these techniques for a static-safe work station when working on circuitry with a voltage potential greater than 500 volts.

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Inspect for Damage

After unpacking an instrument, inspect it for any shipping damage. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately, as such damage is not covered by the warranty (see warranty information at beginning of this document).

To avoid damage when handling a module, do not touch exposed connector pins.

See for information on preventing damage to www.keysight.com/find/tips your Keysight equipment.

Return an Instrument for Service

Should it become necessary to return an instrument for repair or service, follow the steps below:

All component modules for an M9380A, M9381A, M9391A, or M9393A instrument are factory tested, aligned, calibrated and shipped as a "bundle". It is important that you maintain the bundle when installing modules or returning an instrument for repair.

Review the warranty information shipped with your product.

Contact Keysight to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) and return address. For assistance finding contact information, go to www.keysight.com

./find/assist

Write the following information on a tag and attach it to the malfunctioning equipment:

Name and address of owner. A P.O. box is not acceptable as a return address.

Description of failure or service required.

Pack the instrument in its original packaging. Include all cables. If the original packaging material is not available, use anti-static bubble wrap or packing peanuts and place the instrument in a sealed container and mark the container "FRAGILE".

On the shipping label, write ATTENTION REPAIR DEPARTMENT and the RMA number.

In your correspondence, refer to the modules by serial number and the instrument by model number.

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Verify M9393A Shipment Contents and Model Options

The Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer is housed in a PXIe chassis. The minimum Vector Signal Analyzer consists of the software, chassis, a Keysight M9365A PXIe Downconverter, a Keysight M9214A PXIe IF Digitizer, a Keysight M9308A PXIe Synthesizer, and optionally a Keysight M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference. The M9300A may be used in this and other configurations. You may also configure the Keysight M9380A PXIe CW Source, the Keysight M9381A PXIe Vector Signal Generator and the Keysight M9391A PXIe Vector Signal Analyzer in the same chassis and also use the same. The M9169E Programmable Attenuator module is recommended for configuration for frequency extension (3.6 GHz to 50 GHz).

Qty Keysight Part Number Description

1 M9393-90013 Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer Flyer

1 E2094-60003 Keysight IO Libraries Suite CD

1 5023-1450 Wrench, socket,extension, 5/16 inch, SMA

1 5002-3361 Cable removal tool, SMB/SMP/MMCX

1 5972-3335 PXI Modular Product Startup Quick Reference

1 5061-7383 South Korean Class A EMC Declaration

1 9320-6698 China RoHS Addendum for Vector Signal Analyzer

1 M9300A Keysight M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference Option M9393A-300

1 M9308A Keysight M9308A PXIe Synthesizer

1 M9365A Keysight M9365A PXIe Downconverter

1 M9214A Keysight M9214A PXIe IF Digitizer

1 1250-3807 Adapter, T-type, SMB (male) - SMB (male) - SMB (female)

1 8121-2063 Cable, coaxial, BNC (male) - SMB (female) 1200 mm

1 8120-5091 Cable, coaxial, SMB (female ) - SMB (female) 120 mm

1 8121-2169 Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) - SMB (female) 165 mm

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Qty Keysight Part Number Description

1 8121-2174 Cable, coaxial SMB (female) - SMB (female) 255 mm

1 8121-2723 Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) - SMP (female) 150 mm

1 8121-2554 Cable, coaxial, SMP (female) - SMP (female) 150 mm

1 8121-2636 Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) - SMP (female) 240 mm

1 M9365-20039 Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) - SMA (male)

1 M9365-20040 Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) - SMP (male)

The product software and documents are available for downloading at the Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer website at www.

.keysight.com/find/M9393A

The M9169E Programmable Attenuator needs to be ordered separately for extended frequency mode.

The following cables have been included for extended frequency range operation (options M9393A-FRX and M9393A-FRZ) .

Qty Keysight Part Number Description

1 M9393-20001 Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) - SMA (male)

1 M9393-20002 Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) - SMA (male)

1 M9393-20003 Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) - SMA (male)

Model - Option List for M9393A

M9393A Option

Description

M9393A PXIe Vector Signal Analyzer - comprised of: M9308A PXIe Synthesizer, M9365A PXIe

Downconverter and M9214A PXIe IF Digitizer

M9393A300

Adds M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference (required for warranted specifications)

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M9393A Option

Description

M9393AF08

Frequency range, 9 kHz to 8.4 GHz

M9393AF14

Frequency range, 9 kHz to 14 GHz

M9393AF18

Frequency range, 9 kHz to 18 GHz

M9393AF27

Frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz

M9393AFRX*

Frequency range extension, 3.6 GHz to 50 GHz

M9393AB04

Analysis bandwidth, 40 MHz

M9393AB10

Analysis bandwidth, 100 MHz

M9393AB16

Analysis bandwidth, 160 MHz

M9393AWB1

Wideband IF output

M9393AM01

Memory, 128 MSa

M9393AM05

Memory, 512 MSa

M9393AM10

Memory, 1024 MSa

M9393AP08

Preamplifier, 8.4 GHz

M9393AP14

Preamplifier, 14 GHz

Preamplifier, 18 GHz

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M9393A Option

Description

M9393AP18

M9393AP27

Preamplifier, 27 GHz

M9393AUNZ

Fast tuning

M9393AUK6

Commercial calibration certificate with test data

* Option M9393A-FRX requires option M9393A-F27. M9393A-FRX is subject to US export restriction. For customers in export restricted countries, option M9393A-FRZ frequency range extension, 3.6 GHz to 43.5 GHz, is available.

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Step 2: Download the Latest Documentation

Ensure that you have the latest version of this document, the M9393A Startup Guide. Download this and other M9393A documents from http://www.keysight.com

/find/M9393A-techsupport.

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Step 3: Install the PXIe Modules

Proceed through this section in the following order:

Review to understand installation guidelines Before Installing PXIe Modules and precautions.

Prepare the PXIe chassis for the installation process.

Install the controller (embedded or external).

Install the modules.

Cable the instruments.

Install slot blockers and filler panels in the empty PXIe chassis slots.

Power up the chassis.

Before Installing the PXIe Modules

Precautions

PXIe hardware does not support "hot-swap" (changing modules while power is applied to the chassis) capabilities. Before installing or removing a module to/from the chassis, power off the chassis to prevent damage to the module.

All component modules for an M9381A, M9391A or M9393A instrument are factory tested, aligned, calibrated and shipped as a "bundle". It is important that you maintain the bundle when installing modules or returning an instrument for repair.

Best Practices

The following are the recommended best practices to ensure proper and safe module operating conditions:

Ensure proper chassis air flow is maintained.

Select a chassis that provides thermal protection if fans become inoperable or forced air cooling is obstructed.

Use slot blockers (Keysight model , 5 per kit) and EMC filler panels in Y1212A empty module slots to ensure proper operating temperatures. Keysight

and slot blockers optimize module temperature M9018A chassis

performance and reliability of test.

Set chassis fans to high or auto. Do not disable fans.

Position chassis to allow plenty of space around chassis air intake and fan exhaust.

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At environment temperatures above 45 °C, set chassis fan speed to high.

M9018A Chassis Air Flow

The M9018A has multilple air intakes. They are located at the lower sides, lower front and bottom of the chassis.

Cable and Connector Care

When you need to disconnect push-on cables from the module front panel connectors, use the Keysight Cable Removal Tool (PN 5002-3361) provided in your Keysight PXIe instrument's ship kit.

To avoid damage to the cables or connectors, pull the cable straight away from the connector. Do not use the tool as a pry bar.

Prepare the PXIe Chassis

Make sure that the line cord is plugged into a grounded outlet to establish earth ground.

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Make sure the chassis power switch is .Off

If the chassis has multiple fan speed settings, ensure that the fan switch is set to and the inhibit switch is set to .AUTO DEF

Position the chassis to provide ample space between the chassis fan intake and exhaust vents. Blockage by walls or obstructions affects the air flow needed for cooling.

Before inserting a module into the chassis, back the mounting screws out to ensure that there is no interference between the screws and the mounting rails.

Make sure the PXIe chassis fans are operable and free of dust and other contaminants that may restrict airflow.

For additional information about setting up the M9018A chassis, refer to the

and the getting started video at M9018A documentation http://youtu.be

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Install the Controller

Use the appropriate instructions below for installing the embedded controller (Keysight models M9036A or M9037A) or (Keysight M9021A Cable remote controller Interface with M9045B adapter for laptop PC or M9048A adapter for desktop PC).

Do not power up the controller until instructed to do so later in this document.

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Embedded Controller

If your configuration contains a Keysight M9036A or M9037A Embedded Controller, follow the procedure below.

(For additional detail, refer to instructions in the or the M9036A Startup Guide

.)M9037A Startup Guide

Remove the M9036A or M9037A module from its ESD protective bag. Observe .ESD precautions

Install the embedded controller in Slot 1 (see icon above the slot) in the chassis.

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Generic module installation shown. It may reflect your module's actual size and chassis placement.

While holding the module by the injector/ejector handle and making sure the injector/ejector handle is pushed down in the unlatched (downward) position, slide the controller module into chassis, using the slot guides (top and bottom).

Sliding the module into position, when you begin to feel resistance, pull up on the injector/ejector handle to fully inject the module into the chassis backplane connectors.

Tighten the module retaining screws (top and bottom) and torque them to 5 Lb-In (0.57 N-m).

If you have an M9036A controller, install a blank Y1213A filler panel in the empty slot to the left of the controller.

Connect peripherals (mouse, keyboard, and monitor).

Remote Controller

If your configuration contains a Keysight M9021A Cable Interface Module, follow the procedure below. For additional information about installing the M9021A, refer to the or the getting started video at M9021A Installation Guide http://youtu.be

./Yr1OK2_tbLE

The following procedure addresses using the M9021A as a cabled PCIe interface between the M9018A chassis and an external host computer. However, if you intend to use an M9021A module to control a subordinate downstream chassis or RAID configuration:

Install the M9021A in an x8 hybrid slot in the PXIe chassis (M9018A chassis slots 2, 6, 11, or 15).

Reverse the switch settings from those noted in this procedure: On the M9021A module, set both S301 switches to "Host" and set the S201 rocker switch to the left-hand position. On the M9018A chassis backplane, set the controller slot power-supply switch to the left.

Locate slot 1 in the chassis. It has the icon ( ) above it.

Set the M9018A chassis controller slot power supply switch to the right-hand position. This provides power to slot 1 for the benefit of the M9021A card.

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Remove the M9021A module from its protect bag. Observe .ESD precautions

On the M9021A module, set both S301 switches to the "Host" (right-hand) position and set the S201 rocker switch to the left-hand position. Refer to the following figure for M9021A switch locations and positions.

Install the M9021A Cable Interface Module into the chassis:

While holding the module by the injector/ejector handle and making sure the injector/ejector handle is pushed down in the unlatched (downward) position, slide the M9021A module into chassis, using the slot guides (top and bottom).

Sliding the module into position, when you begin to feel resistance, pull up on the injector/ejector handle to fully inject the module into the chassis backplane connectors.

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Tighten the module retaining screws (top and bottom) and torque them to 5 Lb-In (0.57 N-m).

Connect the M9021A to your laptop or desktop PC.

If you are using a as a controller, connect to your M9021A using laptop the following components:

If you are using a PC as a controller, connect to the M9021A desktop using the following components:

Install the PXIe Modules

Recommended Module Positions in Chassis Slots

Keep in mind the following points while installing the modules in the slots of M9018A Chassis:

Place the M9214A IF Digitizer in an x8 slot (slot 6) for optimum performance. Slots 2, 11, and 15 are also x8 slots. For further details on x8 slots see www.

.keysight.com/find/M9018A

Place the M9300A Reference in Slot 10 (the timing slot).

The M9308A Synthesizer must be adjacent to (and to the left of) the M9365A Downconverter.

To extend the frequency range to 50 GHz, it is recommended to use the M9169E Programmable Attenuator module to provide range control for higher power signals up to +30 dBm and automated field alignments and self-test. The M9169E Programmable Attenuator module occupies two slots and must be installed adjacent to and to the right of the M9365A Downconverter module. Suggested configurations are as follows to maintain M9214A in x8 slot and M9300A in timing slot:

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Slot Number Module

Config. A Config. B

2 11 M9214A

3 12 M9308A

4-5 13-14 M9365A

6-7 15-16 M9169E

10 10 M9300A

The M9393A wideband IF output can be directly accessed for up to 800 MHz of bandwidth by bypassing the IF Conditioning/Filtering path of the M9365A Downconverter module and installing an external digitizer, such as M9202A to sample the wider bandwidth IF signal. The wideband digitizer, M9202A, must be installed in an x8 slot of the M9018A chassis. The M9214A Digitizer, which has a maximum of 160 MHz bandwidth, is bypassed in the suggested configuration, but must remain installed in the chassis.

The images below show the recommended slot usage for multi-channel chassis.

Two instruments in an M9018A chassis

Three instruments in an M9018A chassis

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Four instruments in an M9018A chassis

Procedure for Installing Modules

Plan your module positions. Install the left-most module first and then continue installing modules from left to right according to the following photo.

When installing each module:

While holding the module by the injector/ejector handle and making sure the injector/ejector handle is pushed down in the unlatched (downward) position, slide the module into chassis, using the slot guides (top and bottom).

Sliding the module into position, when you begin to feel resistance, pull up on the injector/ejector handle to fully inject the module into the chassis backplane connectors.

Tighten the module retaining screws (top and bottom) and torque them to 5 Lb-In (0.57 N-m).

Generic module installation shown. It may reflect your module's actual size and chassis placement.

Important: Install the modules in the exact order.

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Cable the Instruments

Cabling Introduction

Before you cable the modules, see the following links for the front panel descriptions of the modules:

M9300A module: see M9300A Front Panel Connectors

M9308A module: see M9308A Front Panel Connectors

M9365A module: see M9365A Front Panel Connectors

M9214A module: see M9214A Front Panel Connectors

The images below show the recommended cabling arrangement for M9393A in an M9018A chassis.

Single instrument in an M9018A chassis

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Single instrument with tee in an M9018A chassis

In the images above, you see two different routings of the 100 MHz Reference signal. The cabling on the left can be used for up to three M9393A instruments in one chassis. If you choose to install four M9393A instruments in one chassis, you may share the 100 MHz signal by using a tee at the 100 MHz In connector of the M9214A. The image below show the recommended distribution of the 100 MHz reference for multi-channel chassis. For the recommended slot usage for multichannel chassis, refer to .Install the PXIe Modules

M9393A Cable and Module Table (Listed in the recommended installation order)

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Part Number

Connection Cable Description

M936520039

M9308A RF Out to M9365A 1st LO In Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) -

SMA (male)

M936520040

M9308A 4800 MHz Out to M9365A 2nd LO In Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) -

SMP (male)

12503807

M9214A 100 MHz In, left side of Tee to M9300A 100 MHz Out, right side to M9308A 100 MHz In

Adapter, T-type, SMB (male) SMB (male) - SMB (female)

81212174

M9300A 100 MHz Out to M9214A 100 MHz In Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) -

SMB (female) 255 mm

81212169

M9365A IF Out to M9214A IF In Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) -

SMB (female) 165 mm

81212723

M9300A 100 MHz Out to M9308A 100 MHz In Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) -

SMP (female) 150 mm

81212554

M9308A 100 MHz Out to M9365A 100 MHz In Cable, coaxial, SMP (female) -

SMP (female) 150 mm

M936520042

M9365A Aux 2 Out to M9365A Aux 2 In Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) -

SMA (male) installed

M936520043

M9365A Aux RF Out to M9365A Aux RF In Cable, semi-rigid, SMA (male) -

2.4 mm (male) installed

81205091

Alternate for 8121-2175 Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) -

SMB (female) 120 mm

81212636

Alternate for 8121-2495 Cable, coaxial, SMB (female) -

SMP (female) 240 mm

81212063*

This cable can be used to direct an external reference into the M9300A Ref In connector.

Cable, coaxial, BNC (male) - SMB (female) 1200 mm

* This component is not shown in the cabling diagram, but is included in the M9393A shipment.

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Cabling for Extended Frequency Mode - 3.6 GHz to 50 GHz

To extend the frequency range to 50 GHz, a special cabling configuration is required. It is recommended to use the M9169E Programmable Attenuator module in this configuration to provide range control and automated field alignments and self-test. The RF signal is applied to the Aux 2 In connector on the M9365A Downconverter directly or through the M9169E Programmable Attenuator.

Option M9393A-FRX (frequency range extension, 3.6 GHz to 50 GHz) is required to operate in this mode.

Option M9393A-F27 (frequency range, 9kHz to 27 GHz) is a prerequisite for Option FRX.

Cabling with the M9169E (Recommended)

The M9169E Programmable Attenuator is a switchable-input programmable attenuator module that enables adjustable power range control for higher power signals up to +30 dBm. Additionally it automates switching of the internal M9393A calibrator signal (from Aux 1 Out connector on M9365A Downconverter) to run field alignments and self-test, improving amplitude accuracy. For the suggested module positioning in the M9018A chassis, refer to .Install the PXIe Modules

Connect the cables as shown in the image below.

The user input signal is connected to Port 3 on the M9169E.

Following are the cabling requirements:

Connection Cable Type

M9169E Port 1 to M9365A Aux 2 In M9393-20001

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Connection Cable Type

M9365A Aux 1 Out to M9365A Port 2 M9393-20002

When operating in this configuration, the following restrictions apply:

You cannot analyze signals below 3.6 GHz.

Attenuators and preamplifiers in the M9365A Downconverter module are bypassed. Attenuation is only provided through the M9169E.

To connect to the M9393A Soft Front Panel, select the M9169E module from the list of available modules in the Connect to Instrument dialog. For more information, refer to the .

M9393A Soft Front Panel Help

Cabling without M9169E

To analyze signals with the extended frequency range (from 3.6 GHz to 50 GHz), without using M9169E Programmable Attenuator, connect the RF input signal directly to the Aux 2 In connector on the M9365A Downconverter module. In this configuration the RF input signal power should not exceed -14 dB. Cabling should be connected as shown below (for illustrative purpose only; not all the cables have been shown):

As shown above, the following cables in the M9365A Downconverter module (as in standard 9 kHz to 27 GHz frequency range) have been removed:

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Aux 1 Out to Aux 1 In

Aux 2 Out to Aux 2 In

The RF input signal is connected directly to the Aux 2 In connector. Also, refer to the

for more information.

M9393A Soft Front Panel Help

When operating in this configuration, the following restrictions apply:

You cannot analyze signals below 3.6 GHz.

No signal conditioning (attenuators and preamplifiers) in the M9365A Downconverter module is accessible.

You must recable the module to run field alignments and self-test. For conducting field alignments and self-test, disconnect the RF input signal from Aux 2 In connector and connect cable (M9393-

20003) from Aux 1 Out to Aux 2 In connectors. See the image below.

Cabling for Extended Frequency Mode - 9 kHz to 40 GHz

Use of the M9169E Programmable Attenuator alone to extend the frequency range to 50 GHz does not enable analysis of RF signals of lower frequency range from 9kHz to 3.6 GHz. For that, you need to recable the modules in your M9393A configuration. To overcome this additional work, you can introduce the M9155CH40

(M9155CH40) to PXIh-Coaxial Switch: DC to 40 GHz, Dual SPDT, Unterminated route RF signals in your configuration. M9155CH40 is a one slot wide module that integrates two Keysight 8765D coaxial switches. The following cabling diagram shows the suggested configuration to route both lowband and highband (up to 40 GHz) signals in M9393A. (The M9300A cables have not been shown for simplicity.)

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The existing FRX and FRZ options enable operation from 9 KHz to 40 GHz with the M9155CH40 switch module.

Following are the cabling requirements:

Connection Cable Type

M9155CH40 Port C (Switch 1) to M9169E Port 1 M9393-20007

M9365A Aux 1 Out to M9155CH40 (Switch 1) Port 2 M9393-20008

M9365A Aux 2 Out to M9155CH40 (Switch 2) Port 1 M9393-20009

M9155CH40 (Switch 2) Port C to M9365A Aux 2 In M9393-20010

M9169E Port 3 to M9155CH40 (Switch 2) Port 2 M9393-20011

M9169E Port 2 to M9365A Aux 1 In M9393-20012

The user input is applied to Port 1 of Switch 1 of the M9155CH40 switch module. Depending on the RF center frequency you specify in the M9393A SFP or your software program, the signal takes either the highband or the lowband path.

Lowband (9 kHz to 3.6 GHz) Signal Routing

For the lowband signal routing, the user input signal applied to Port 1 of Switch 1 of the M9155CH40 switch module is routed to Port 1 of the M9169E Programmable Attenuator module. Either of the following attenuation types can be chosen:

Electronic Attenuation

Mechanical Attenuation

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The same cabling is used for electronic or mechanical attenuation. When mechanical attenuation is selected, M9169E is used for range control and in the M9365A Downconverter path, the internal electronic attenuation and preamplification is bypassed. This is the default lowband path. When electronic attenuation is selected, M9169E is set to 0 dB and range control is implemented using electronic attenuators and preamplifiers internal to the M9365A Downconverter module, as in the original M9393A configuration.

Highband (3.6 GHz to 40 GHz) Signal Routing

This path supports mechanical attenuation only and is, hence, known as the mechanical attenuator path. This is the default path. From Port 1 of Switch 1 of the M9155CH40 switch module, the RF signal is routed to Port 1 of the M9169E Programmable Attenuator. The signal undergoes mechanical attenuation and is routed to Port 3 of the M9169E Programmable Attenuator module. From Port 3, the signal is then directed to Port 2 of Switch 2 of the M9155CH40 switch module from where it is finally routed to the Aux2 In connector of the M9365A Downconverter module.

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With the mechanical attenuator, lower noise is achieved because this path bypasses the RF front-end of the M9365A Downconverter module.

Additional Highband (3.6 GHz to 27 GHz) Path

This path is the highband path in the original 9kHz to 27 GHz configuration. This path includes electronic attenuators and a preamp and operates within the frequency range of 3.6 GHz to 27 GHz. The RF input is applied to Port 1 of Switch 1 of the M9155CH40 switch module from where it is routed to Port 1 of the M9169E Programmable Attenuator. From Port 1 to Port 2 in the M9169E module to Aux 1 In of the M9365A Docwncoverter module, the signal is finally passed on to electronic attenuators and preamp. The signal is then routed from Aux 2 Out to Aux 2 In via Port C of the M9155CH40 switch module.

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For all of the above configurations, when connecting to the M9393A Soft Front Panel, select the M9169E and M9155C modules in addition to the other M9393A modules from the list of available modules and specify ExternalSwitch = 1 in the Advanced Options control in the dialog. For more Connect to Instrument information, refer to the .

M9393A Soft Front Panel Help

: While the introduction of the M9155CH40 switch module Restriction accommodates the lower frequency range (9 kHz to 3.6 GHz), the upper limit of frequency range that can be analyzed gets restricted to 40 GHz, and not 50 GHz (when using M9169E Programmable Attenuator module alone). This is because M9155CH40 has an upper frequency ceiling of 40 GHz.

You must not attempt to connect M9155C PXI Hybrid Dual SPDT Coaxial

instead of M9155CH40 in the above Switch, DC to 26.5 GHz, Unterminated configuration. This is because M9155C has an upper frequency limit of 26.5 GHz as compared to 40 GHz for the M9155CH40 switch module. Also, M9393A comes with cables that are suitable for the 2.92 mm connectors of the M9155CH40 only, in contrast to the 3.5 mm connectors of the M9155C switch module.

Cabling for Wideband IF

The M9393A wideband IF output can be directly accessed for up to 800 MHz of bandwidth by bypassing the IF Conditioning/Filtering path of the M9365A Downconverter module. To use this capability, the following is required:

M9393A-WB1 option

An external digitizer, such as M9202A or M9703A to sample the wider bandwidth IF signal

Higher IF bandwidths are not achievable using the M9214A Digitizer bundled with the M9393A instrument. Hence, the M9214A Digitizer, which has a maximum of 160 MHz bandwidth, is bypassed in the suggested configuration, but must remain installed in the chassis. In the suggested configuration:

The wideband digitizer used is the M9202A, which is installed in an x8 slot of the M9018A chassis.

The 100 MHz Out connector on the M9300A module is connected to the M9202A Ref In connector of the M9202A Wideband Digitizer module.

The IF Out connector on the M9365A Downconverter module is connected to the Input connector of the M9202A Wideband Digitizer module.

Following are the cabling requirements for the suggested configuration:

Connection Cable Type

M9300 100 MHz Out to M9202A REF IN SMB to MMCX

M9365A IF Out to M9202A INPUT IN SMB to SMA

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See the suggested cabling arrangement in the image below (for illustrative purpose only; not all the cables have been shown):

When using the above configuration, do not run single alignments that require a Digitizer. Otherwise, an error is generated. Running an alignment group runs just the alignments that do not require a Digitizer. Alignments in the group that require a Digitizer are skipped. Data streaming can be accomplished using an external Digitizer which supports this capability and is controlled independently of the M9393A.

The wideband configuration is not calibrated.

When performing data streaming using M9202A Wideband Digitizer in a chassis containing the M9037 Embedded Controller, MD1 High-Speed Digitizer Driver version 1.14 must be installed after the M9393A and M9392A Drivers have been installed.

Cabling for Multi-Channel Configurations

Cables for a multi-channel configuration do not have to be the same length, but reconfiguration calibration is required. M9393A configurations may be altered to include or remove the tee adapter for 100 MHz reference signal distribution, but reconfiguration calibration must be run after any change.

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Install Slot Blockers and Filler Panels

To assure proper operating temperatures, install slot blockers (Keysight model

, 5 per kit) and EMC filler panels (Keysight model , 5 per kit) in empty Y1212A Y1213A

module slots.

Power up the Chassis

If you are using a remote controller, you must power up the chassis BEFORE you power up the PC. When you power down your configuration, shut down the PC BEFORE you power down the chassis.

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Step 4: Install the Software

Requirements

System Requirements

Operating system

Windows 7 (32- & 64-bit), Windows Embedded Standard 7

Processor speed

1 GHz 32-bit (x86), 1 GHz 64-bit (x64), no support for Itanium64

Available memory

4 GB minimum (8 GB recommended for 64-bit operating systems)

Available disk space 3

1.5 GB available hard disk space (includes 1 GB for Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 4, and 100 MB for Keysight IO Libraries Suite)

Video Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB graphics memory recommended (Super VGA is

supported)

Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 or greater

Hardware Requirements

Controllers A PXI or PXI Express embedded controller or remote controller (external PC connected to

the chassis by a PCI-to-PXI interface) is required.

Embedded controller

Keysight M9036A or M9037A or an embedded controller that meets the following requirements:

PXIe system controller (PXI-1 embedded controllers are not compatible)

Utilize a 2x8, or 4x4, PXIe system slot link configuration.

Run one of the operating systems listed in System Requirements (above).

Remote controller

(Keysight M9018A chassis only) A PC running one of the operating systems listed in System Requirements above and a Keysight M9021A Cable Interface x8 with one of the following PC interface options:

Keysight PCIe ExpressCard Adaptor x1, with cable (for a laptop PC)M9045B

Keysight PCIe Desktop Adaptor x8, with cable (for desktop PCs)M9048A

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Due to the Microsoft end of support for Windows XP, M9393A is not supported on Windows XP. At the time of release, there were no known major problems running on Windows XP. However if you encounter an issue unique to Windows XP, Keysight may not attempt to address the issue.

Software Installation

Install the software in the order indicated in the following table into the embedded controller, or PC if your configuration contains an M9021A PXIe Cable Interface.

Restart your controller when prompted by the respective software installer.

If you are using a remote controller, use this sequence to restart the PC and chassis:

1) Shut down the PC. 2) Power down the chassis. 3) Power up the chassis.

4) Power up the PC.

Order Software Install from...

1 * Keysight IO Libraries Suite version 16.3 Update 2 (version

16.3.17914.4) or newer; includes Keysight Connection Expert

www.keysight.com/find /iosuite

2 * M9018A 18 Slot PXIe Chassis Drivers www.keysight.com/find

/M9018A

3 ** Keysight 89600 VSA Software (optional, install before M9393A

software). The minimum version is 17.21.117.0 or newer.

www.keysight.com/find /89600

4 M9393A PXIe Vector Signal Analyzer (version 1.0 or newer)

Install version 2.0 for extended frequency mode (option M9393A-FRX) and wideband IF (option M9393A-WB1).

www.keysight.com/find /M9393A-driver

5 Keysight X-Series Measurement Applications for Modular Instruments

(optional)

www.keysight.com/find /M90XA

6 M9392A PXIe Vector Signal Analyzer Driver for Data Streaming using

M9202A Wideband Digitizer

www.keysight.com/find /M9392A-driver

Additionally, install MD1 High-Speed Digitizer Driver version 1.14 for Data Streaming using M9202A IF Digitizer when M9037A Embedded Controller is being used ( )http://www.keysight.com/main/software.jspx?ckey=2000051

* Software that is already installed if you ordered the M9036A or M9037A Embedded Controller.

** If you install or upgrade the Keysight 89600 VSA Software after installing the M9393A drivers, you need to run the 89600 VSA Integration utility. Go to > Start All

> > > .Programs Keysight M9393 89600 VSA Integration

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Step 5: Verify Operation of the Keysight M9393A PXIe Vector Signal Analyzer

In this step you will verify correct operation of the Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer. Before running a Self Test assure that all required software is installed, the chassis is powered on, and all cabling is correct. See for proper cabling.Cable the Instruments

The first step in this process is to conduct a Self Test of the >M9393A.

1. Open the M9393A SFP by selecting Start > All Programs > Keysight> M9393 > .M9393 SFP

2. Upon opening the SFP, you are presented with the "Connect to Instrument"

dialog. Use to select all of the modules that are components of the Control/Select M9393A and press . For example:Connect

If not all modules and their slot locations are visible in the SFP "Connect to Instrument" dialog, close the SFP and see on the following Communications page. After running Keysight Connection Expert, you may restart the SFP.

3. Check the front panel Status LEDs. See .Status LED States

4. Conduct a Self Test ( ).Utilities > Self Test... > Run Self Test

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For extended frequency ranges, when Aux 2 In connector of the M9365A module is the main input connector, connect a cable from Aux 1 Out to Aux 2 In before running a self test. This is required for tests that use the M9365A Downconverter’s calibrator as a signal source.

If the Self Test passes (see results below), go to .

Step 6: Make a Measurement

Make sure no signal is present at the RF Input of the Keysight M9365A PXIe Downconverter when doing a Self Test. If a signal is present, it may result in a false failure.

If the M9393A Self Test fails, it indicates which module is likely to need service. However, you must return all modules (except the M9300A) and all cables. See .Return an Instrument for Service

When wideband IF is enabled, many self tests are unavailable and are not run, especially those that require data measured by the Digitizer module.

Communications

If you are unable to communicate with the Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer verify that the following installations are correct:

Keysight IO Libraries Suite

M9393A SFP program

Module and chassis drivers

System Interface Card, cable and PC PXIe card connections, if you are using an external host PC

If not all modules and their slot locations are visible in the SFP "Connect to Instrument" dialog:

Close the SFP.

Start Keysight Connection Expert, by selecting Start > All Programs >

. If any or all modules and their slot locations are Keysight Connection Expert

still not visible, select .Refresh All

Restart the SFP.

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Status LED States

Module Green Orange Red Off

M9300A The Soft Front

Panel has initialized the connection to the module.

n/a Indicates

that the VCXO is unlocked.

Not connected by the SFP.

Failure in the power supplies. Module hardware health can't be determined until the power supply failure is resolved.

M9308A The Soft Front

Panel has initialized the connection to the module.

Tuning is in progress, or the M9308A is unlocked from the reference.

n/a Not connected by the SFP.

Failure in the power supplies. Module hardware health can't be determined until the power supply failure is resolved.

M9214A The Soft Front

Panel has initialized the connection to the module.

Missing 100 MHz Reference.

n/a Not connected by the SFP.

Failure in the power supplies. Module hardware health can't be determined until the power supply failure is resolved.

M9365A

Missing 100 MHz Reference.

n/a

Not connected by the SFP.

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Module Green Orange Red Off

The Soft Front Panel has initialized the connection to the module.

Failure in the power supplies. Module hardware health can't be determined until the power supply failure is resolved.

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Step 6: Make a Measurement

After verifying operation of the Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer in Step 5 you are ready to make a measurement.

The following measurement uses a Keysight M9381A PXIe Vector Signal Generator to generate the 2 GHz signal that will be displayed by the M9393A. You may substitute any frequency appropriate signal generator to create the signal.

The first step in this process is to open the SFP of the M9381A and theM9393A.

Open the M9381A SFP by selecting Start > All Programs > Keysight >

.M938x > M9381 SFP

Open the M9393A SFP by selecting Start > All Programs > Keysight >

.M9393 > M9393 SFP

For each SFP, you are presented with the "Connect to Instrument" dialog. Use to select all of the modules that are Ctrl/Select components of the >M9381A and the M9393A and press .Connect

Connect a high quality SMA (male) to SMA (male) cable between the RF Out connector on the Keysight M9310A PXIe Source Output and the RF In connector on the M9365A.

Torque the connectors to 8 Lb-In (0.904 Nm).

On the M9381A SFP make the following settings:

Frequency: 2 GHz

Amplitude: -10 dBm

RF On: checked

ALC On: checked.

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On the M9393A SFP Measure Tab, make the following settings:

Frequency: 2 GHz

Input Power: -10 dBm

Acquisition: Spectrum

Below the display, select Continuous for a sustained sweep of the analyzer.

You should see the following display on your M9393A SFP. The frequency of the signal is 2 GHz and the amplitude is -10 dBm.

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7. Proceed to Step 7: Installation is Complete.

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Step 7: Installation is Complete

Proceed to program your product by means of the applications programming interface (API) for the supplied drivers.

API Overview

Keysight's IVI drivers simplify the creation and maintenance of instrument control applications in a variety of development environments; they allow programmatic control of instrumentation while providing a greater degree of instrument interchangeability and code reuse. IVI drivers currently come in two basic types: IVICOM and IVI-C. Although the functionality offered by both types of drivers is often very similar, the fundamental differences in interface technology results in a very different end-user experience. The IVI drivers support compiling application programs for 32- or 64-bit platforms.

Supported ADEs (application development environments) Arguably the most important consideration in comparing IVI-COM and IVI-C drivers is the end user experience in various ADEs. Since IVI-COM drivers are based on Microsoft COM technology, it's not surprising that IVI-COM drivers offer the richest user experience in Microsoft ADEs. Users working in Visual C++, Visual C#, Visual Basic.NET, and Visual Basic 6 enjoy a host of features, such as object browsers, IntelliSense, and context-sensitive help.

When you install the product software, the IVI driver files are installed in the standard IVI Foundation directories (for example, C:\Program Files\IVI Foundation\IVI\Drivers\). Example programs are provided to demonstrate most driver functionality (for example, C:\Program Files\IVI Foundation\IVI\Drivers\\Examples). The reference material for the driver functions (a Microsoft HTML Help .chm file) is installed with the IVI driver and is available for Microsoft Visual Studio's IntelliSense context linking. In addition, you can directly access the .chm file (AgM9393.chm) from this Start menu location: Start > All

.Programs > Keysight Instrument Drivers > IVI-COM-C-Drivers > AgM9393 VSA

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M9393A Specifications

The Data Sheet for the Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer is included on the Keysight M9393A VSA Software and Product Information CD that came with your module. This document contains specification information. To find the latest update, go to http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5991-4538EN.

.pdf

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M9393A Block Diagram

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Tables

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9300A

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9308A

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9365A

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9214A

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9300A

M9300A PXIe Reference Operation

Input Connector Output

From: External Reference

Frequency: 1 MHz to 110 MHz

Input Level: -5 dBm to +20 dBm

Ref In

100 MHz Out 1-5

Frequency: 100 MHz

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Input Connector Output

Output level:>+12 dBm sine (+13 dBm typical)

10 MHz Out Output level: 3.3 Vpp square (1.65

v into 50 Ω)

OCXO Out Frequency: 10 MHz, AC coupled ,

50 Ω source.

Output level: +10 dBm to +16 dBm, from 10 MHz OCXO.

Sync This connector is intended for

future use.

Sine or square wave -2 V to +5 V max into 50 Ω, +16 dBm max @ 0 VDC into 50 Ω

Trigger 1 & 2 3.3 V into 50

Ω

From : Chassis back plane board

Frequency: 100 MHz

100 MHz BP Out Frequency:

100 MHz

Output level: +10 dBm

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9308A

M9308A PXIe Synthesizer Operation

Input Connector Output

Chassis back plane board 100 MHz BP Out Frequency:

100 MHz

Output level: >+10 dBm

Sine or square wave -2 V to +5 V max into 50 Ω, +16 dBm max @ 0 VDC into 50 Ω

Trigger 1 & 2 3.3 V into 50 Ω

Sync This connector is intended

for future use.

Frequency: 100 MHz, Amplitude: >+12 dBm

@100 Hz: -130 dBc/Hz

@1 kHz: -160 dBc/Hz

100 MHz In

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Input Connector Output

100 MHz Out +12 dBm (typical)

RF Out 178 MHz to 13.7 GHz

2400 MHz Out 2400 MHz

4800 MHz Out 4800 MHz

This connector is intended for future use. RF In

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9365A

M9365A PXIe Downconverter Operation

Input Connector Output

100 MHz Frequency: 100 MHz

Output level: >+10 dBm

Sine or square wave -2 V to +5 V max into 50 Ω, +16 dBm max @ 0 VDC into 50 Ω

Trigger 1 & 2 3.3 V

into 50 Ω

Sync This connector is intended for future use.

Frequency: 100 MHz, Amplitude: >+12 dBm

@100 Hz: -130 dBc/Hz

@1 kHz: -160 dBc/Hz

100 MHz In

IF Out 200 MHz to 2300 MHz

Aux 1, 2 Out Aux 1 Out is an SMA coaxial female connector that directs the

signal to the Aux 1 In connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz. Aux 2 Out is an SMA coaxial female connector that directs the signal to the Aux 2 In connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz.

Aux 1, 2 In

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Input Connector Output

Aux 1 In is an SMA coaxial female connector that accepts the signal from the Aux 1 Out connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz. Aux 2 In is an SMA coaxial female connector that accepts the signal from the Aux 2 Out connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz. For extended frequency mode (3.6 GHz to 50 GHz), this connector:

Accepts input from Port 1 of the M9169E Programmable Attenuator module.

Accepts user input directly when not using the M9169E module.

Maximum input power 30 dBm

RF In

178 MHz to 13.7 GHz 1st LO In

4800 MHz 2nd LO In

M9393A Block Diagram Reference Table for M9214A

M9214A PXIe IF Digitizer Operation

Input Connector Output

Sine or square wave -2 V to +5 V max into 50 Ω, +16 dBm max @ 0 VDC into 50 Ω

Trigger 1 & 2 3.3 V into

50 Ω

Sync This connector is intended

for future use.

Frequency: 100 MHz, Amplitude: >+12 dBm 100 MHz In

321 MHz IF In

Module Front Panel Features

M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference Front Panel Features

M9308A PXIe Microwave Synthesizer Front Panel Features

M9365A PXIe Microwave Downconverter Front Panel Features

M9214A PXIe IF Digitizer Front Panel Feature

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M9300A Front Panel Connectors

For parameter limits and specifications on the M9300A, see Block Diagram

.Reference Table for M9300A

Connector Description

100 MHz BP Out

This SMB male connector outputs a 100 MHz signal from the chassis backplane board. This output is enabled through the SFP.

100 MHz Out 1 through Out 5

Each of these SMB male connectors may output a 100 MHz reference and clock signal.

Trig 1 This connector is intended for future use.

Trig 2 This connector provides a programmable output trigger.

Sync This connector is intended for future use.

10 MHz Out This SMB male connector provides a 10 MHz signal. This output is

enabled through the SFP.

OCXO Out This SMB male connector provides a 10 MHz signal from the 10

MHz OCXO timebase. This output is enabled through the SFP.

Ref In This SMB male connector inputs a 1 MHz to 110 MHz reference

signal. The connector is AC coupled and terminated into 50 Ω.

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M9308A Front Panel Connectors

For parameter limits and specifications on the M9308A connectors, see M9393A

.Block Diagram Reference Table for M9308A

Connector Description

100 MHz BP Out

This SMP male connector outputs a 100 MHz signal from the chassis backplane board. This output is enabled through the SFP.

Trig 1 This connector is intended for future use.

Trig 2 This connector is intended for future use.

Sync This connector is intended for future use.

100 MHz InThis SMP male connector inputs a 100 MHz reference signal from the

100 MHz Out connector of the Keysight M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference.

100 MHz Out

This SMP male connector outputs the 100 MHz In signal to the Keysight M9365A PXIe Downconverter 100 MHz In connector.

2400 MHz Out

This connector is intended for future use.

4800 MHz Out

This SMP male connector outputs a 4800 MHz signal to the M9365A 2nd LO In.

RF In This connector is intended for future use.

RF Out This SMA female connector outputs a signal to the Keysight M9365A

PXIe Downconverter 1st LO In connector.

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M9365A Front Panel Connectors

For parameter limits and specifications on the M9365A connectors, see M9393A

.Block Diagram Reference Table for M9365A

Connector Description

g 1

This connector is intended for future use.

Trig 2 This connector is intended for future use.

Sync This connector is intended for future use.

100 MHz InThis SMP male connector inputs a 100 MHz reference signal from

the 100 MHz Out connector of the Keysight M9308A PXIe Synthesizer.

100 MHz Out

This SMP male connector is not used in this configuration.

IF Out This SMB male connector sends the IF signal to the M9214A IF

Input.

RF In This SMA female connector inputs a modulated RF signal of 100

kHz to 27 GHz.

Aux 1 Out This SMA coaxial female connector directs the signal to the Aux 1

In connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz.

Aux 1 In This SMA coaxial female connector accepts the signal from the Aux

1 Out connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz..

Aux 2 Out This SMA coaxial female connector directs the signal to the Aux 2

In connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz.

Aux 2 In This SMA coaxial female connector accepts the signal from the Aux

2 Out connector for frequency range, 9 kHz to 27 GHz. For extended frequency mode (3.6 GHz to 50 GHz), this connector:

Accepts input from Port 1 of the M9169E Programmable Attenuator module.

Accepts user input directly when not using the M9169E module.

1st LO In This connector accepts the RF Out signal from the M9308A.

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Connector Description

2nd LO In This connector accepts the 4800 MHz Out signal from the

M9308A.

Ctrl In This connector is intended for future use.

Ctrl Out This connector is intended for future use.

M9214A Front Panel Connectors

For parameter limits and specifications on the M9214A connectors, see M9393A

.Block Diagram Reference Table for M9214A

Connector Description

100 MHz InThis SMB male connector inputs a 100 MHz reference signal from the 100

MHz Out connector of the Keysight M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference.

Trig 1 External Trigger Input.

Trig 2 Trigger Received Output.

Sync This connector is intended for future use.

IF In This SMB male connector accepts the IF Input from the M9365A IF Out

connector.

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Extended Frequency Range Using M9169E - Block Diagram

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Sharing the M9300A Frequency Reference

The M9300A Frequency Reference module can be shared by the M9393A as well as the M9380A, M9381A and M9391A. If you connect to a hardware configuration that includes a currently connected M9300A (either independently or as part of another hardware configuration) the latest instance of the SFP will take control of the M9300A. You will see no warning or error message.

While the M9300A module is being shared, any of the configurations that share this reference can control it fully, including setting the reference to use an external frequency reference source. If the external frequency reference setting does not match that of the supplied frequency, the reference will be unlocked, as expected. However, only the instance of the SFP that creates the reference unlock condition can correct the problem. This is done by either correcting the frequency or by setting the reference back to internal, so that a subsequent instance will not take control of the reference module unintentionally.

The Reference module can also be shared among multiple measurement applications, such as the Keysight 89600 VSA software. The Reference module must be initialized before use, so including it in all configurations allows applications to be started in any order. However, when sharing a module the user interface of some applications may not reflect M9300A settings made by other applications. For example, the Keysight 89600 software can control the Reference module internal/external setting, but the changes made by other applications will not be reflected in the Keysight

89600.

FPGA updates are not allowed on a Keysight M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference while it is being shared. To perform M9300A FPGA updates, reserve the Reference.

Reserving the Reference for a Configuration

If you are running a test in the background with a certain M9300A setting and then connect a hardware configuration that also contains the same M9300A, you may alter the test setup that is already running.

If you would prefer to keep the reference control with the first instance of the hardware configuration so that a subsequent instance will not take control of the reference module unintentionally:

On the SFP Connect to Instrument screen, click the control to open Advanced the dialog.Options:

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2. Type the following string: ShareReferenceVisaSession=0

This configuration will retain control of the M9300A if you try to open a new configuration. If you connect a new configuration, that includes the same M9300A, you will see the following error:

If an existing instance of the SFP is connected to the reference module in a shared (default) mode, and you try to connect a second instance of the SFP to the same reference with ShareReferenceVisaSession=0 Advanced Option, you will get the resource locked error shown above.

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Keysight 89600 Vector Signal Analysis Software for M9393A

Overview

One of the components of Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer software installation is the M9393A hardware extension for Keysight 89600 VSA software. A hardware extension is a set of files that provides an interface between the 89600 VSA software and the acquisition hardware. The hardware extension files, as well as the 89600 VSA Integration Utility, are installed along with other M9393A program files during the M9393A driver installation process. If a compatible version of 89600 VSA software is detected during the installation process, the Integration Utility puts a copy of the M9393A hardware extension files into the associated 89600 installation location. Each compatible version of 89600 VSA software must have a copy of the M9393A hardware extension files in its installation location.

If the Keysight 89600 VSA software is installed after the M9393A drivers, you need to run the 89600 VSA Integration Utility to install the M9393A hardware extension. Go to Start > All Programs > Keysight > M9393 > 89600

.VSA Integration

A hardware extension implements several COM interfaces. The interfaces have methods for acquiring (connecting to) measurement hardware, setting acquisition parameters, controlling VSA hardware settings, acquiring measurement data, and querying hardware status. The M9393A hardware extension maps M9393A interface methods to COM interface methods for supported 89600 VSA functionalities.

The M9393A hardware extension enables 89600 VSA software to detect the presence of M9393A modules and to configure an M9393A VSA instrument from these modules based on a set of rules. As with other 89600 VSA supported instruments, an M9393A VSA can be configured via the 89600 VSA's New Hardware Configuration dialog.

To use the Keysight 89600 VSA Software measurement capabilities, you must first create a connection between the measurement software and the hardware configuration that is your M9393A Vector Signal Analyzer.

The minimum required version of Keysight 89600 VSA software is

17.21.117.0. You can find this online at .www.keysight.com/find/89600

Procedure for a Single Channel Configuration

This procedure is for setting up and configuring a single channel system. To set up and configure multiple channel systems:

See "Procedure for a Two Channel Configuration"

See "Procedure for a Three or Four Channel Configuration"

To create a new M9393A instrument, use the Keysight 89600 VSA Software and follow these steps:

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Open the "New Hardware Configuration" window in the Keysight 89600 VSA software by selecting: from the menu Utilities > Hardware > Configurations bar. When you hover over the last element in this sequence you will see a listing

of the relevant configurations. Click on the "Add New Hardware" icon .

In the "New Hardware Configuration" window:

Select the Keysight M9393A Analyzer entry and click on the icon to copy the entry to the "Configuration" window.

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Configure the new M9393A instrument by selecting the modules identified by their VISA address in the "2. Select the instrument(s) to use for each logical instrument in the configuration" section.

Name the new configuration in the "3. Name the configuration" section. The default name "Analyzer1" may be changed. Use a meaningful name for later identification.

Save the new configuration by clicking the button.OK

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Refer to the for further details Keysight 89600 Vector Signal Analysis Software about making measurements with your Keysight M9393A PXIe Performance Vector Signal Analyzer.

As a best practice, after setting up an M9393A measurement, perform a Disconnect/Restart ( and then ). If there is an Control > Disconnect Restart unlocked Frequency Reference or Digitizer 100 MHz clock missing condition, the M9214A Digitizer status LED will turn to Red and the INT REF indicator at the bottom of the display will indicate "UNLOCKED" or "Waiting for Frequency Reference Lock". At this point, troubleshoot the instrument cabling. Perform a Disconnect/Restart again to verify that the frequency reference is present. Whether the problem is a broken 100 MHz clock path or an invalid External Reference (either not present or mismatched frequency), the reference status and measurement status messages are the same - "UNLOCKED" reference and "Waiting for frequency reference" measurement status. However, if the external reference signal (not the 100 MHz clock) is invalid, as soon as the signal becomes valid, measurement will resume; whereas in the 100 MHz clock signal case, you must from the hardware and Disconnect then reconnect ( ) to start the measurement again.Restart

Extended Frequency Range Operation

To connect to your M9393A with frequency range extension (3.6 GHz to 50 GHz) option, the 89600 VSA software supports two hardware configurations (with and without the M9169E Step Attenuator). For a wider frequency range extension but a relatively lower upper frequency bound (9 kHz to 40 GHz), use the M9155CH40 switch module. The detailed information for configuring these arrangements is available at . In 89600 VSA, perform the Cabling for Extended Frequency Range following steps to achieve higher frequency ranges:

When using the M9169E Step Attenuator (recommended configuration)

1. Set the Input field to Keysight M9169E Attenuator in the New Hardware

Configuration dialog. See Step 2 in the above procedure.

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When using the M9169E Step Attenuator and M9155CH40 switch module (recommended configuration for an extended and wider frequency range)

Set the first Input field to Keysight M9155C Switch in the New Hardware Configuration dialog.

Set the second Input field to Keysight M9169E Attenuator. See Step 2 in the above procedure.

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3. Select . Select a value for the input Input > Extensions RF Attenuator

extension.

When the RF signal is applied directly to the Aux 2 In connector of the M9365A Downconverter module without introducing the M9169E Step Attenuator

1. Set the Input field to None in the New Hardware Configuration dialog. See Step 2 in the above procedure.

2. Select . Select the Aux2In input extension.Input > Extensions

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It is recommended to save the setup as a .setx file after configuring the Aux2In input extension in 89600 VSA. By doing this, there is no need to configure the Aux2In input extension again when you want to work in the extended frequency mode (without using the M9169E Programmable Attenuator) following a Preset All or switching back to the same M9393A hardware configuration after working with another one. Simply, recall the setup by selecting File > Recall > Recall Setup. This will automatically enable the Aux2In input extension in your 89600 VSA environment.

In 89600 VSA, while the permissible values for the Range parameter (Input > Analog > Range) can vary from -50 dBm to +30 dBm for 9 kHz to 27 GHz frequency range, the following are the ranges when operating in the extended frequency mode:

When using M9169E Programmable Attenuator - [-14, +30] dBm

When applying the RF input directly to the Aux2In connector without using M9169E – [-14, -14] dBm

Parameter Control and Input Extensions

The Keysight 89600 role allows the VSA software to set the following parameters:

Expected Input Power (Range)

Center Frequency

Bandwidth

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Acquisition Time

Trigger Style (Free Run, External, IF Mag)

Trigger Delay

Trigger Slope

Trigger Level

Extensions

Input extensions are the hardware configuration and setup parameters that apply to the Keysight 89600 VSA software with M9393A. To modify a hardware parameter, open the input extension dialog ( tab), click the parameter name Input > Extensions and specify the value. For True/False values, a selected check box sets the value to True. A cleared check box sets the value to False.

Extensions:

ADC Dither Enabled

ADC Dither Level

Auto IF Bandwidth

Aux2In

Conversion Mode

Digitizer Level Offset

External TTL Trigger Source

IF Bandwidth

IF Level Offset

Mixer Level Offset

Peak to Average

Preamplifier

Trigger Termination

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For additional information on each extension item, highlight the item and a summary is displayed near the bottom of the extension dialog box.

Running Calibration on the M9393A from the 89600 VSA Software

It is possible to run calibrations on the M9393A VSA from the 89600 VSA software when the two are correctly configured. The calibration path in the 89600 VSA software is .Utilities > Calibration

Before running a calibration on the M9393A, it is important to make sure that there is no RF signal connected to the RF In connector of the M9365A Downconverter module in the M9393A instrument. A signal present at the RF Input connector of the M9365A Downconverter can result in an unsuccessful calibration of the M9393A instrument.

For extended frequency range configuration without M9169E, remember to connect cable between Aux 1 Out and Aux 2 In connectors before running calibration.

Procedure for a Two Channel Configuration

To create a new M9393A instrument, use the Keysight 89600 VSA Software and follow these steps:

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In the "New Hardware Configuration" window,

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Select the Keysight M9393A Analyzer (Modules) entry and click on the

icon to copy the entry to the "Configuration" window. To create a second channel, select the Keysight M9393A Analyzer (Modules) entry, and click on the icon to copy the entry to the "Configuration" window a second time (as shown in 2b).

Configure the new M9393A (Modules) instrument by selecting the modules identified by their VISA address in the "2. Select the instrument (s) to use for each logical instrument in the configuration" section.

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In the image below, the modules associated with the first channel are shown in slots 2, 4, 10, and 3. The reference module is in slot 10 of the first channel, making this channel the master. All other channels will have "None" selected for the reference.

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To configure the second channel, select it in the configuration window as shown in the next image. Configure the modules by selecting the next higher slot number offered, and set the Reference to "None" as shown in the next three images.

Name the new configuration in the "3. Name the configuration" section. The default name "Analyzer1" may be changed. Use a meaningful name for later identification.

Save the new configuration by clicking the button.OK

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e. Having been saved, the new configuration can be reloaded in the

future.

Procedure for a Three or Four Channel Configuration

Procedure

To create a new M9393A instrument, use the Keysight 89600 VSA Software and follow these steps:

1. Open the "New Hardware Configuration" window in the Keysight 89600 VSA software by selecting: from the menu bar. Utilities > Hardware > Configurations When you hover over the last element in this sequence you will see a listing of the

relevant configurations. Click on the "Add New Hardware" icon .

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2. In the "New Hardware Configuration" window,

a. Select the Keysight M9393A Analyzer (modules) entry and click on the icon to copy the entry to the "Configuration" window.

To create multiple channels, select the Keysight M9393A Analyzer (modules) entry, and click on the icon to copy the entry to the "Configuration" window two more

times for a three channel system, and three more times for a four channel system (as shown in 2b).

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b. Configure the new M9393A (modules) instrument by selecting the modules identified by their VISA address in the "2. Select the instrument(s) to use for each logical instrument in the configuration" section.

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To configure the third channel, select it in the configuration window as shown in the next image. Configure the modules by selecting the next higher slot number offered, and set the Reference to "None." If this is a three channel system, stop here.

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To configure the fourth channel, select it in the configuration window as shown in the next image. Configure the modules by selecting the next higher slot number offered, and set the Reference to "None."

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c. Name the new configuration in the "3. Name the configuration" section. The default name "Analyzer1" may be changed. Use a meaningful name for later identification.

d. Save the new configuration by clicking the button.OK

e. The new configuration can be given a name saved for future reloading

This ends the configuration setup for a four channel system.

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