Keysight M8000 Series of BER
Test Solutions
J-BERT M8020A High-Performance BERT
M8030A Multi-Channel BERT
M8040A High-Performance BERT
Installation
Guide
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Safety Symbols
Table 1 Safety Symbol
Symbol Description
Indicates warning or caution. If you see this symbol on a
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Warning or Caution information to avoid personal injury
or damage to the product.
Frame or chassis ground terminal. Typically connects to
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information.
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Symbol Description
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ISM GRP-1A classification according to the
international EMC standard.
ICES/NMB-001 compliance marking to the Canadian
EMC standard.
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18455-2001.
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Compliance and Environmental Information
Table 2 Compliance and Environmental Information
Safety Symbol Description
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About This Guide
This guide provides detailed information for installing Keysight M8000 modules, including
the Keysight M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller, AXIe System Module (ASM)
in the Keysight M9505A/M9514A AXIe chassis. The procedures in this guide are not
required for “bundled” systems such as the M8020A-BU1, M8020A-BU2, M8030A-BU1,
M8030A-BU2, M8040A-BU1, M8040A-BU2 or M8040A-BU3. For these systems, refer to
the Keysight M8000 Series BER Test Solutions Getting Started Guide and Keysight
M8040A Getting Started Guide.
After performing the procedures in this document, you are directed to procedures in the
Keysight M8000 Series BER Test Solutions Getting Started Guide and Keysight M8040A
Getting Started Guide to complete the installation.
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Contents
1 System Requirements
Safety Summary 3
Compliance and Environmental Information 6
About This Guide 7
Hardware and Software Requirements 14
Hardware Configurations for M8020A 15
M8020A Base System Configuration 15
M8020A Four Channel System Configuration 16
M8020A 32 Gb/s BERT Configuration (Pattern Generator Only) 17
M8062A 32Gb/s Front-end for J-BERT M8020A High-Performance
BERT 18
Single M8020A LAN Network Configuration 19
Hardware Configurations for M8030A 20
Hardware Configurations for M8040A 22
M8045A Pattern Generator Module 22
M8046A Analyzer Module 23
M8057A/B Remote Head 23
M8040A LAN Network Configuration 24
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Contents
2 Installing Modules
AXIe Instrument Modules 26
Installing M8020A Module(s) 27
To install the M8041A module 28
To install the M8041A and M8051A modules 30
To install the M8041A and M8061A modules 33
To install the M8041A and M8062A modules 35
To remove an M8020A module 37
Setting up the M8020A 39
Benchtop Configuration 39
Benchtop Configuration with Support Assembly 40
Rack Mounted Configuration 40
Installing the AXIe Embedded Controller Module 41
Setting up the M8030A 43
Removing Filler Panels 46
Installing the AXIe Embedded Controller Module 46
Installing a Module 49
Removing a Module 52
Synchronization Cable Configuration 52
Installing M8040A Module(s) 55
To install the M8045A module 56
To install the M8045A and M8046A modules 58
To Connect the M8057A/B Remote Head 60
To remove an M8040A module 61
Setting up the M8040A 63
Benchtop Configuration 63
Rack Mounted Configuration 63
Installing the AXIe Embedded Controller Module 64
Completing the Installation and Setup Process 66
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3 Controlling Multiple Instruments
Controlling Multiple Instruments by Multiple Instances of M8070B
System Software 70
Remote Control of Multiple M8070B Software Instances 74
Command Line Options 74
Creating M8070B Software Shortcut on the Desktop 75
Index
Contents
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Installation Guide
1 System Requirements
Hardware and Software Requirements / 14
Hardware Configurations for M8020A / 15
Hardware Configurations for M8030A / 20
Hardware Configurations for M8040A / 22
This chapter provides information about possible configurations for
Keysight M8020A, M8030A and M8040A systems.
1 System Requirements
NOTE
NOTE
Hardware and Software Requirements
The following are the hardware and software requirements that should be
met before the installation of software components on the controller (host
computer):
Minimum hardware requirements
• Pentium® processor 1 GHz or equivalent
• 16 GB available RAM
• USB 3.0 connection
• PCIe 2.0/8x (only for highest data throughput and desktop PC)
• VGA resolution 1024 x 768
• 1.5 GB or more free hard disc space
Software requirements
• The following operating systems are supported:
• Windows 7 (64 bit) SP1
• Windows 8 (64 bit)
• Windows 8.1 (64 bit)
• Windows 10 (64 bit)
• Keysight I/O libraries version 17.2
The M8070B software is required to control the M8020A, M8030A and
M8040A systems.
In case of M8020A, PCIe connectivity between the M9505A AXIe Chassis
and an external desktop PC controller is recommended when full channel
plus large patterns need to be downloaded.
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Hardware Configurations for M8020A
NOTE
The following section describes and illustrates various setup combinations
in which you can install the M8020A modules.
The M8041A module must be installed in slots 1 through 3 of the
M9505A AXIe Chassis for proper local bus communication unless the
M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller is installed (must be in
slot 1).
M8020A Base System Configuration
The base configuration is a single channel system (a second channel can
be added with license) consisting of the 5-slot M9505A AXIe Chassis and
an M8041A module. The M8041A occupies three slots. A maximum of two
M8020A modules can be installed in a 5-slot chassis.
System Requirements 1
Figure 1 M8020A configuration for 16 Gb/s BERT with 1 to 2 channel
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1 System Requirements
NOTE
M8020A Four Channel System Configuration
The four channel configuration consists of the 5-slot M9505A AXIe
Chassis, an M8041A module, and an M8051A module. The M8041A
occupies three slots and the M8051A occupies two slots.
This configuration requires a cable (provided with the M8051A) that
connects the M8041A SYNC OUT to the M8051A SYNC IN to synchronize
the two modules to a common system clock.
Figure 2 M8020A configuration for 16 Gb/s BERT for up to 4 channels
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M8020A 32 Gb/s BERT Configuration (Pattern Generator Only)
A typical configuration using the M8061A 32 Gb/s multiplexer with
de-emphasis consists of the 5-slot M9505A AXIe Chassis, an M8041A
module, and an M8061A module. The M8041A occupies three slots and
the M8061A occupies two slots.
System Requirements 1
Figure 3 M8020A configuration for 32 Gb/s BERT (external demultiplexer is recom-
mended)
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1 System Requirements
M8062A 32Gb/s Front-end for J-BERT M8020A High-Performance BERT
A typical configuration for an M8020A 32 Gb/s full BERT consists of the
5-slot M9505A AXIe Chassis, an M8041A module, and an M8062A module.
The M8041A occupies three slots and the M8062A occupies two slots.
Figure 4 M8020A configuration for 32 Gb/s BERT
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Single M8020A LAN Network Configuration
*
Host PC with
M8070B
J-BERT M8020A with M8041A/
M8051A, M8061A, or M8062A Modules
USB Connection
LAN Network
Client PC
Client PC
Client PC
(remote desktop or VNC)
*
Host PC can also be M9536A or M9537A
AXIe Embedded Controller
Multiple engineers can all be connected to a single M8020A via a LAN
network and controlled using the M8070B software running on a host PC.
The host PC tracks the number of licenses checked out and the number of
licenses available for use. In addition, the host PC can be a dedicated
computer running the license server or it can also run the M8070B
software concurrently. The M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller
can also be used as the host PC in this configuration.
System Requirements 1
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Figure 5 Single M8020A LAN network configuration
1 System Requirements
Hardware Configurations for M8030A
The M8030A is a modular test solution which can be tailored to your
specific needs from two channels with one M8041A to up to 10 channels.
The M8030A supports the following modules.
• M8041A high-performance BERT generator-analyzer-clock 8/16 Gb/s
• M8051A high-performance BERT generator-analyzer 8/16 Gb/s
• M8192A Multi-channel synchronization module
The modules must be installed in the M9514A AXIe 14-slot chassis as
shown in Table 3 on page -20:
Table 3 M8030A modules’ arrangement in the M9514A AXIe chassis
Slot Number Module
# 1 For M8030A-BU1, M9536A or M9537A AXIe embedded controller. For
# 2-4 M8041A module
# 5-6 M8051A module
# 7 M9521A AXIe system module, always included in M8030A-BU1 or
# 8-9 M8051A module
# 10-11 M8051A module
# 12-13 M8051A module
# 14 M8192A multi-channel synchronization module, mandatory
M8030A-BU2, this slot is empty and covered with filler front-panel
M8030A-BU2, mandatory
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System Requirements 1
Figure 6 on page -21 shows an example of modules arrangement in the
M9514A AXIe 14-slot chassis.
Figure 6 Example of M8030A module arrangement
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1 System Requirements
M8045A Module
(2 Channels)
NOTE
Hardware Configurations for M8040A
The M8040A is a modular test solution which simplifies accurate receiver
characterization of devices operating up to 32 and 64 GBaud with NRZ and
PAM-4. It supports the following modules.
• M8045A pattern generator
• M8046A analyzer
• M8057A/B remote head
The following section describes and illustrates various setup combinations
in which you can install the M8040A modules.
M8045A Pattern Generator Module
The M8045A module can be a one or two data channel system (a second
channel can be added with license). A one channel instrument has to be
returned to the factory for installing the second channel (hardware) and
license. It occupies three slots of the 5-slot M9505A AXIe chassis. The
following figure illustrates an M8045A module (two data channel system)
installed in an M9505A AXI chassis.
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Figure 7 M8045A configuration for 2 channels
The M8045A module must be installed in slots 1 through 3 of the
M9505A AXIe chassis for proper local bus communication unless the
M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller is installed (must be in slot 1).
M8046A Analyzer Module
M8046A
Module
M8057A/B Remote Head
The M8046A module occupies single slot of the 5-slot M9505A AXIe
chassis. The following figure illustrates an M8045A module with M8046A
module installed in an M9505A AXI chassis.
Figure 8 M8045A and M8046A configuration
M8057A/B Remote Head
System Requirements 1
The M8057A/B remote head is an external box which can be connected to
each channel of M8045A module, using the matched pair of cables. It
helps in minimizing signal degradations caused by lossy channels. The
following figure illustrates an M8057A/B remote head connected with one
channel of M8045A module.
Figure 9 M8045A, M8046A and M8057A/B configuration
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1 System Requirements
*
Host PC with
M8070B
M8040A with M8045A, M8046A
and M8057A/B Modules
USB Connection
LAN Network
Client PC
Client PC
Client PC
(remote desktop or VNC)
*
Host PC can also be M9537A
AXIe Embedded Controller
M8040A LAN Network Configuration
Multiple engineers can all be connected to a single M8040A via a LAN
network and controlled using the M8070B software running on a host PC.
The host PC tracks the number of licenses checked out and the number of
licenses available for use. In addition, the host PC can be a dedicated
computer running the license server or it can also run the M8070B
software concurrently. The M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller can also be
used as the host PC in this configuration.
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Figure 10 M8040A LAN network configuration
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2 Installing Modules
AXIe Instrument Modules / 26
Installing M8020A Module(s) / 27
Setting up the M8020A / 39
Setting up the M8030A / 43
Installing M8040A Module(s) / 55
Setting up the M8040A / 63
Completing the Installation and Setup Process / 66
This chapter provides hardware installation procedures for M8020A,
M8030A and M8040A modules.
2 Installing Modules
AXIe Instrument Modules
The chassis slots accept AXIe instrument modules. These may comprise
one or more instruments for signal injection, data acquisition, and
measurement. Install them in any available AXIe slot.
The drawing below illustrates the AXIe module’s general layout, backplane
connections and chassis fasteners, viewed from the top.
Test connections are made at the module’s front panel. The front panel
and backplane connectors will vary depending on the module.
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Installing M8020A Module(s)
NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
Installing Modules 2
The procedures in this section are not required if your system is an
M8020A-BU1 or M8020A-BU2, which have their modules pre-installed.
The M9505A AXIe chassis and M8020A module(s) will come in separate
shipments. This section shows how to carefully insert a module in an
empty slot of an M9505A AXIe chassis. The slots are identified by the slot
numbers written on the front panel of the chassis.
If you plan to use the M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller as
the host computer, then you must reserve slot 1 of the chassis for this
module’s installation.
• The instrument modules are not hot swappable. You must power
down the AXIe chassis and host PC before inserting, replacing, or
removing a module.
• The enclosure surface of the instrument module may become hot
during use. If you need to remove the module, first power down the
AXIe chassis, allow the module to cool, and then pull the module out
of the chassis.
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2 Installing Modules
Retaining Screw
Filler Panel Module Removed
To install the M8041A module
Figure 11 Installed M8041A module in slots 1 through 3
Ensure that the chassis is NOT powered up or connected to a power
source while installing an instrument/embedded controller module.
1 If you are not installing the M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded
Controller, remove the filler panel modules that cover slots 1, 2, and 3.
Loosen the retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module
until the filler panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull
the module out of the chassis holding the screws.
2 If you are installing the M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller,
remove the filler panel modules that cover slots 2, 3, and 4. Loosen the
retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module until the filler
panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull the module
out of the chassis holding the screws.
Figure 12 Filler panel module removed
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Installing Modules 2
Tighten retaining screw
NOTE
3 Locate the module insertion/extraction handles at both ends of the
instrument module. Extend the ends of both handles, by pulling them
inwards towards each other. Then fully open the handles by pivoting
them out towards you.
4 Align the module’s PCA board with the guide rails on both ends of the
M9505A AXIe chassis.
5 Push the module into the chassis slot until the leading edges of the
insertion/extraction latches rest against the front surface of the
chassis. The insertion/extraction latch handles should be
perpendicular to the front surface of the chassis (aligned with the
direction of module insertion). Nudge the module gently inward to
allow the latches to engage.
6 Using your thumbs, press inward firmly on the insertion/extraction
handles until the module is seated firmly in the chassis backplane. The
module front panel should lie flush with the chassis front panel.
7 Push the handles ends towards the edge of the chassis to tuck them
away.
8 Tighten the retaining screws on either end of the module to ensure the
ground connection.
Figure 13 Tighten retaining screws
After you have installed the module in the chassis, ensure that remaining
slots have filler panel modules installed.
Do not operate the chassis without filler panels in empty slots. This is
especially important for the slots on either side of the instrument
module. This allows proper air flow and cooling, and provides EMI
shielding for the chassis and installed components. Leaving slots empty
can increase fan speed, raise ambient noise, overheat components, and
can cause the module to shut down.
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2 Installing Modules
Retaining Screw
Filler Panel Module Removed
To install the M8041A and M8051A modules
The M9505A AXIe chassis has 5 slots for installing M8020A instrument
modules. Install the M8041A in slots 1 through 3 and the M8051A in slots
4 and 5.
Figure 14 Installed M8041A and M8051A module
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Ensure that the chassis is NOT powered up or connected to a power
source while installing an instrument /embedded controller module.
1 Remove the filler panel modules that cover slots 1 through 5. Loosen
the retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module until the
filler panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull the
module out of the chassis holding the screws.
Figure 15 Filler panel module removed
Installing Modules 2
Tighten retaining screw
2 Locate the module insertion/extraction handles at both ends of the
instrument module. Extend the ends of both handles by pulling them
inwards towards each other. Then fully open the handles by pivoting
them out towards you.
3 Align the module’s PCA board with the guide rails on both ends of the
M9505A AXIe chassis. If the module has metal plates covering the
board, be sure to insert the PCA board and not the metal plates into
the rails.
4 Push the module into the chassis slot until the leading edges of the
insertion/extraction latches rest against the front surface of the
chassis. The insertion/extraction latch handles should be
perpendicular to the front surface of the chassis (aligned with the
direction of module insertion). Nudge the module gently inward to
allow the latches to engage.
5 Using your thumbs, press inward firmly on the insertion/extraction
handles until the module is seated firmly in the chassis backplane. The
module front panel should lie flush with the chassis front panel.
6 Push the handle ends towards the edge of the chassis to tuck them
away.
7 Tighten the retaining screws on either end of the module to ensure the
ground connection.
Figure 16 Tighten retaining screws
8 Locate the synchronization cable that was shipped with the M8051A
module as shown in
Figure 17 Standard synchronization cable M8041-61601
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Figure 17 on page -31.
2 Installing Modules
NOTE
Self-adhesive
Holders
Sync Cable
This configuration requires the synchronization cable (provided with the
M8051A) which connects the M8041A SYNC OUT to the M8051A SYNC
IN to synchronize the two modules to a common system clock.
While connecting a module which requires the sync cable connection
(e.g. M8051A, M8062A) to the test setup, make sure to connect the sync
cable after completing the other connections and also remove the sync
cable first while disconnecting the connections.
9 Route the synchronization cable as shown in Figure 18 on page -32
using the two self-adhesive cable holders.
Figure 18 Synchronization cable routing
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To install the M8041A and M8061A modules
Retaining Screw
Filler Panel Module Removed
The M9505A AXIe chassis has 5 slots for installing M8020A instrument
modules. Install the M8041A in slots 1 through 3 and the M8061A in slots
4 and 5.
Figure 19 Installed M8041A and M8061A module
Installing Modules 2
Ensure that the chassis is NOT powered up or connected to a power
source while installing an instrument /embedded controller module.
1 First, remove the filler panel modules that cover slots 1 through 5.
Loosen the retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module
until the filler panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull
the module out of the chassis holding the screws.
Figure 20 Filler panel module removed
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2 Installing Modules
Tighten retaining screw
2 Locate the module insertion/extraction handles at both ends of the
instrument module. Extend the ends of both handles by pulling them
inwards towards each other. Then fully open the handles by pivoting
them out towards you.
3 Align the module’s PCA board with the guide rails on both ends of the
M9505A AXIe chassis. If the module has metal plates covering the
board, be sure to insert the PCA board and not the metal plates into
the rails.
4 Push the module into the chassis slot until the leading edges of the
insertion/extraction latches rest against the front surface of the
chassis. The insertion/extraction latch handles should be
perpendicular to the front surface of the chassis (aligned with the
direction of module insertion). Nudge the module gently inward to
allow the latches to engage.
5 Using your thumbs, press inward firmly on the insertion/extraction
handles until the module is seated firmly in the chassis backplane. The
module front panel should lie flush with the chassis front panel.
6 Push the handles ends towards the edge of the chassis to tuck them
away.
7 Tighten the retaining screws on either end of the module to ensure the
ground connection.
Figure 21 Tighten retaining screws
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To install the M8041A and M8062A modules
Retaining Screw
Filler Panel Module Removed
The M9505A AXIe chassis has 5 slots for installing M8020A instrument
modules. Install the M8041A in slots 1 through 3 and the M8062A in slots
4 and 5.
Figure 22 Installed M8041A and M8062A module
Installing Modules 2
Ensure that the chassis is NOT powered up or connected to a power
source while installing an instrument/embedded controller module.
1 First, remove the filler panel modules that cover slots 1 through 5.
Loosen the retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module
until the filler panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull
the module out of the chassis holding the screws.
Figure 23 Filler panel module removed
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Tighten retaining screw
2 Locate the module insertion/extraction handles at both ends of the
instrument module. Extend the ends of both handles by pulling them
inwards towards each other. Then fully open the handles by pivoting
them out towards you.
3 Align the module’s PCA board with the guide rails on both ends of the
M9505A AXIe chassis. If the module has metal plates covering the
board, be sure to insert the PCA board and not the metal plates into
the rails.
4 Push the module into the chassis slot until the leading edges of the
insertion/extraction latches rest against the front surface of the
chassis. The insertion/extraction latch handles should be
perpendicular to the front surface of the chassis (aligned with the
direction of module insertion). Nudge the module gently inward to
allow the latches to engage.
5 Using your thumbs, press inward firmly on the insertion/extraction
handles until the module is seated firmly in the chassis backplane. The
module front panel should lie flush with the chassis front panel.
6 Push the handles ends towards the edge of the chassis to tuck them
away.
7 Tighten the retaining screws on either end of the module to ensure the
ground connection.
Figure 24 Tighten retaining screws
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To remove an M8020A module
CAUTION
Loosening retaining screw
The enclosure surface of the module may become hot during use. If you
need to remove the module, first power down the M9505A AXIe chassis,
allow the module to cool, and then pull the module out of the chassis.
1 Loosen the retaining screws on both ends of the module until the
module is completely disengaged to prevent damaging your chassis or
module.
Figure 25 Loosening retaining screws
2 Extend the ends of both module insertion/extraction handles, by
pulling them inwards towards each other.
Installing Modules 2
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Figure 26 Removing an instrument module
3 To remove the module: Open the module insertion/extraction handles
by pivoting them out towards you. This unseats the module from the
chassis backplane.
4 Once the module is unseated, use the module insertion/extraction
handles by pulling directly outward to remove the module from the
chassis.
2 Installing Modules
CAUTION
Do not remove the AXIe ESM, which is integral to the operation of the
chassis. An AXIe ESM that needs servicing should be removed by
Keysight personnel only.
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Setting up the M8020A
Carry Handle
Bumpers
Benchtop Configuration
Installing Modules 2
If you want to use the M8020A in a benchtop configuration, then retain the
plastic bumpers and carry handle(s) for benchtop use.
Figure 27 Chassis bumpers and carry handles
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Benchtop Configuration with Support Assembly
If you want to install the M8061-64761 support AXIe chassis to support an
oscilloscope placed on top of the M8020A:
1 Place the M8061- 64761 on top of the M8020A as shown in Figure 28
on page -40.
Figure 28 M8061-64761 support assembly
2 Attach the assembly to the top of the M8020A with screws provided as
shown in Figure 28 on page -40.
Rack Mounted Configuration
If you want to use the M8020A in a rack mounted configuration:
1 Remove the bumpers and carry handle(s) from the chassis. The
procedure and tools needed to remove these is documented in the
Keysight M9502A/M9505A AXIe chassis User’s Guide which is
available on www.keysight.com.
2 Attach the rack mount brackets to the chassis and mount onto a rack.
The rack mount brackets are available in the Keysight rack mount kit
that you can order for the chassis. Refer to this kit for rack mounting
instructions.
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Installing the AXIe Embedded Controller Module
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
If you plan to use the Keysight M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller
as the host computer, then:
1 Install this module in slot 1 of the M9505A AXIe chassis.
This module must be installed in slot 1 of the M9505A AXIe chassis.
2 Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to various ports available
on the front panel of the M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller.
3 If needed, connect the M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller to
LAN using the GbE LAN port on the front panel of this module. You
need Internet connectivity later to perform firmware upgrades,
download instrument module control software, or the latest Keysight
I/O libraries suite.
Do not use the ESM LAN port as the remote control port. Use the LAN port of the
controller (on M9536A or M9537A or external PC).
Installing Modules 2
You do not need to manually establish any external PCIe/USB or LAN connection
between the M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller and M8020A
because this controller communicates with the ESM through the chassis
backplane.
You do not need to manually install any operating system or drivers for this
module. The Windows 7 (64 bit) operating system is pre-installed based on your
choice and the module is ready to use as the host computer.
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NOTE
NOTE
The following figure displays the M9537A Embedded Controller installed in
slot 1 of the M9505A AXIe chassis.
Figure 29 M9537A embedded controller with M8041A
Detailed information and user guide for the M9536A or M9537A
Embedded Controller module is available at:
www.keysight.com/find/M9536A
www.keysight.com/find/M9537A
The M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller module will successfully connect
with M8020A only when installed in slot 1 of the M9505A chassis. Make sure
that you install the module in the M8020A before powering up the complete
setup.
You should not connect the M8020A to multiple operating host computers at
the same time. If you plan to use the M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded
Controller as the host computer, then do not connect an external host computer
to the M8020A.
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Setting up the M8030A
NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
Installing Modules 2
The AXIe chassis accepts modules conforming to the single slot, 1U AXIe
standard. These include:
• AXIe instrument modules
• AXIe System Module (ASM)
• AXIe filler panels
The procedure described in this section is not required in case of a
bundled system wherein modules are pre-installed.
If the M9514A AXIe chassis and M8030A module(s) come in separate
shipments, please go through this section which shows how to carefully
insert a module in an empty slot of an M9514A AXIe chassis. The slots are
identified by the slot numbers written on the front panel of the chassis.
Slot 1 is reserved for M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller.
The instrument modules are not hot swappable. You must power down
the AXIe chassis and host PC before inserting, replacing, or removing a
module. The enclosure surface of the instrument module may become
hot during use. If you need to remove the module, first power down the
AXIe chassis, allow the module to cool, and then pull the module out of
the chassis.
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CAUTION
Static Electricity—The components and connectors on modules are
sensitive to static electricity. To minimize electrostatic damage, take
the necessary anti-static precautions. The chassis provides a grounding
terminal to connect a wrist strap. To locate this terminal,
see Figure 30 on page -45.
Empty Slots—Except for performing initial chassis verification or
troubleshooting, do not operate the chassis with empty slots.
Always insert a filler panel or an instrument module into empty slots.
This is especially important for the slots on either side of an instrument
module. This allows proper air flow and cooling, and provides EMI
shielding for the chassis and installed components.
Leaving slots empty can increase fan speed, raise ambient noise,
overheat components, and shut down modules.
ASM—The AXIe System Module is integral to the operation of the chassis.
Except for troubleshooting purposes, do not remove it.
Hot Swap—AXIe does not explicitly support hot swap for instrument
modules. Keysight recommends fully powering down the chassis before
installing or removing modules.
AXIe System Module—Shutdown of the controller operating system and
power off the chassis before removing.
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Installing Modules 2
Figure 30 M9514A AXIe 14-slot chassis at a glance
Detailed information, consisting of user guide and other documents for the
M9514A AXIe chassis is available at www.keysight.com/find/M9514A.
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CAUTION
NOTE
NOTE
Removing Filler Panels
1 Power down the AXIe chassis.
2 Fully loosen the captive retaining screws on both sides of the filler
panel.
Ensure you fully loosened the captive module retaining screws before
trying to extract any module. If you attempt to pull the module out by the
screws (for filler panels) or by using the extraction handles (other
modules) with these screws still engaged, damage to the chassis or
module could result.
3 Grasp the panel by the two retaining screws, and slide it out of the
chassis.
Installing the AXIe Embedded Controller Module
If you plan to use the Keysight M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller
as the host computer, then:
1 Install this module in slot 1 of the M9514A AXIe chassis.
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This module must be installed in slot 1 of the M9514A AXIe chassis.
2 Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to various ports available
on the front panel of the M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller.
3 If needed, connect the M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller to
LAN using the GbE LAN port on the front panel of this module. You
need Internet connectivity later to perform firmware upgrades,
download instrument module control software, or the latest Keysight
I/O libraries suite.
Do not use the ASM LAN port as the remote control port. Use the LAN port of the
controller (on M9536A or M9537A or external PC).
Installing Modules 2
NOTE
You do not need to manually establish any external PCIe/USB or LAN connection
between the M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller and M8020A
because this controller communicates with the ASM through the chassis
backplane.
You do not need to manually install any operating system or drivers for this
module. The Windows 7 (64 bit) operating system is pre-installed based on your
choice, and the module is ready to be used as the host computer.
The following figure displays the M9536A Embedded Controller installed in
slot 1 of the M9514A AXIe chassis.
Figure 31 M9536A embedded controller installed in M9514A AXIe chassis
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NOTE
NOTE
Detailed information, consisting of user guide and other documents, for
the M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller module is available at:
www.keysight.com/find/M9536A
www.keysight.com/find/M9537A
The M9536A or M9537A Embedded Controller module will successfully connect
with M8030A only when installed in slot 1 of the M9514A chassis. Make sure
that you install the module in the M8030A before powering up the complete
setup.
You should not connect the M8030A to multiple operating host computers at
the same time. If you plan to use the M9536A or M9537A AXIe Embedded
Controller as the host computer, then do not connect an external host computer
to the M8030A.
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Installing a Module
Installing Modules 2
1 Power down the AXIe chassis.
2 Locate the (top and bottom) guide rails for each slot. The example
below shows the guide rails in the chassis with all slots empty; typically
one or more will be covered.
Figure 32 Guide rails in the chassis with all slots empty
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3 Align the module’s circuit board with the chassis guide rails. If the
module has metal plates covering the board, be sure to insert the
circuit board and not the metal plates into the rails. Slide the board
gently into the two rails. If the fit is tight, slide the board back out and
recheck alignment.
4 Locate the insertion/extraction handles at each side of the module’s
front panel. Extend the ends of both handles, by pulling them inwards
towards each other; the plastic handle end slides about 1 cm on the
metal handle shaft.Then fully open the handles by pivoting them out
towards you until they are perpendicular to the front panel. The left
handle is shown below, from the top view, correctly extended.
Figure 33 Top view of left handle
If either handle is misaligned, you will not be able to properly install the
module.
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Installing Modules 2
CAUTION
NOTE
5 Slide the module completely into the chassis. When the module’s
backplane connectors contact the chassis backplane, you will feel
resistance and the two handles will begin to close toward each other.
The module’s faceplate will be about 1 cm from the chassis front panel.
6 Continue nudging the module faceplate gently but firmly with your
thumbs, until the handles are pressed up against the chassis and the
module’s front panel lies flush with the chassis’ front panel. This seats
the module firmly in the chassis backplane. If necessary, gently press
inward (toward the chassis) on the handles to ensure full insertion.
7 Tighten the captive retaining screws at both sides of the module.
Modules are grounded through the chassis. Tighten the module retaining
screws to ensure a proper ground connection.
8 Retract the handle ends by sliding them outward on their metal shafts,
away from each other, toward the chassis edge; this secures them out
of the way of test connections.
9 Repeat steps 3 through 8 for additional modules, as needed. Ensure
that each slot has an instrument module or filler panel installed.
10 Power up the AXIe chassis. Verify that the chassis fans are operating
and free of obstructions that may restrict airflow.
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Do not operate the chassis without filler panels in empty slots. This is
especially important for the slots on either side of the instrument
module. This allows proper air flow and cooling, and provides EMI
shielding for the chassis and installed components. Leaving slots empty
can increase fan speed, raise ambient noise, overheat components, and
can cause the module to shut down.
2 Installing Modules
CAUTION
Removing a Module
The instructions below apply to all module types. The AXIe System Module
(ASM) has the same extraction handles and retaining screws as instrument
modules. If you should ever have to remove the ASM, follow the
instructions for instrument modules below.
1 Power down the AXIe chassis.
2 Fully loosen the captive retaining screws on both sides of the module.
Ensure you fully loosened the captive module retaining screws before
trying to extract any module. If you attempt to pull the module out by the
screws (for filler panels) or by using the extraction handles (other
modules) with these screws still engaged, damage to the chassis or
module could result.
3 For a filler panel, grasp the panel by the two captive retaining screws,
and slide it out of the chassis. For all other modules, locate the
insertion/extraction handles at each side of the module’s front panel.
Extend the plastic ends of both handles by sliding them outward on
their metal handle shafts, inwards towards each other.
4 Open the handles by pivoting them out towards you, away from the
chassis. This is easiest to do with thumb and forefinger of both hands
simultaneously. Place each thumb at the inside of the handle,
forefinger outside the handle, and rotate the handles with your
thumbs. When the handles are perpendicular with the chassis, stop.
The module should now be unseated the module from the chassis
backplane and its faceplate from the chassis front panel.
5 Grasp the levers to slide the module out of the chassis.
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Synchronization Cable Configuration
This configuration requires 6 cables (provided with the M8030A), one of
them connects the M8041A SYNC OUT to the M8192A SYNC IN and rest
five connect M8192A SYNC OUT to the individual SYNC IN ports of the
M8041A and the four M8051A modules in order to synchronize the data
channels of all modules to a common system clock.
Installing Modules 2
Figure 34 Cross-wired synchronization cable M8041-61614
Route the synchronization cable as shown in the following figure.
Figure 35 Synchronization cable routing
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NOTE
While connecting a module which requires the sync cable connection
(e.g. M8051A, M8062A) to the test setup, make sure to connect the sync
cable after completing the other connections and also remove the sync
cable first while disconnecting the connections.
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Installing M8040A Module(s)
NOTE
Installing Modules 2
The procedures in this section are not required if your system is an
M8040A-BU1, M8040A-BU2 or M8040A-BU3, which have their
modules pre-installed.
The M9505A AXIe chassis and M8040A module(s) will come in separate
shipments. This section shows how to carefully insert a module in an
empty slot of an M9505A AXIe chassis. The slots are identified by the slot
numbers written on the front panel of the chassis.
NOTE
CAUTION
If you plan to use the M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller as the host
computer, then you must reserve slot 1 of the chassis for this module’s
installation.
• The instrument modules are not hot swappable. You must power
down the AXIe chassis and host PC before inserting, replacing, or
removing a module.
• The enclosure surface of the instrument module may become hot
during use. If you need to remove the module, first power down the
AXIe chassis, allow the module to cool, and then pull the module out
of the chassis.
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2 Installing Modules
Retaining Screw
Filler Panel Module Removed
To install the M8045A module
Figure 36 Installed M8045A module in slots 1 through 3
Ensure that the chassis is NOT powered up or connected to a power
source while installing an instrument/embedded controller module.
1 If you are not installing the M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller,
remove the filler panel modules that cover slots 1, 2, and 3. Loosen the
retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module until the filler
panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull the module
out of the chassis holding the screws.
2 If you are installing the M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller, remove
the filler panel modules that cover slots 2, 3, and 4. Loosen the
retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module until the filler
panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull the module
out of the chassis holding the screws.
Figure 37 Filler panel module removed
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Installing Modules 2
Tighten retaining screw
NOTE
3 Locate the module insertion/extraction handles at both ends of the
instrument module. Extend the ends of both handles, by pulling them
inwards towards each other. Then fully open the handles by pivoting
them out towards you.
4 Align the module’s PCA board with the guide rails on both ends of the
M9505A AXIe chassis.
5 Push the module into the chassis slot until the leading edges of the
insertion/extraction latches rest against the front surface of the
chassis. The insertion/extraction latch handles should be
perpendicular to the front surface of the chassis (aligned with the
direction of module insertion). Nudge the module gently inward to
allow the latches to engage.
6 Using your thumbs, press inward firmly on the insertion/extraction
handles until the module is seated firmly in the chassis backplane. The
module front panel should lie flush with the chassis front panel.
7 Push the handles ends towards the edge of the chassis to tuck them
away.
8 Tighten the retaining screws on either end of the module to ensure the
ground connection.
Figure 38 Tighten retaining screws
After you have installed the module in the chassis, ensure that remaining
slots have filler panel modules installed.
Do not operate the chassis without filler panels in empty slots. This is
especially important for the slots on either side of the instrument
module. This allows proper air flow and cooling, and provides EMI
shielding for the chassis and installed components. Leaving slots empty
can increase fan speed, raise ambient noise, overheat components, and
can cause the module to shut down.
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2 Installing Modules
Retaining Screw
Filler Panel Module Removed
To install the M8045A and M8046A modules
The M9505A AXIe chassis has 5 slots for installing M8040A instrument
modules. Install the M8045A in slots 1 through 3 and the M8046A in slot 4.
Figure 39 Installed M8045A and M8046A module
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Ensure that the chassis is NOT powered up or connected to a power
source while installing an instrument/embedded controller module.
1 Remove the filler panel modules that cover slots 1 through 5. Loosen
the retaining screws on both sides of the filler panel module until the
filler panel module is completely disengaged. Then gently pull the
module out of the chassis holding the screws.
Figure 40 Filler panel module removed
Installing Modules 2
Tighten retaining screw
2 Locate the module insertion/extraction handles at both ends of the
instrument module. Extend the ends of both handles by pulling them
inwards towards each other. Then fully open the handles by pivoting
them out towards you.
3 Align the module’s PCA board with the guide rails on both ends of the
M9505A AXIe chassis. If the module has metal plates covering the
board, be sure to insert the PCA board and not the metal plates into
the rails.
4 Push the module into the chassis slot until the leading edges of the
insertion/extraction latches rest against the front surface of the
chassis. The insertion/extraction latch handles should be
perpendicular to the front surface of the chassis (aligned with the
direction of module insertion). Nudge the module gently inward to
allow the latches to engage.
5 Using your thumbs, press inward firmly on the insertion/extraction
handles until the module is seated firmly in the chassis backplane. The
module front panel should lie flush with the chassis front panel.
6 Push the handle ends towards the edge of the chassis to tuck them
away.
7 Tighten the retaining screws on either end of the module to ensure the
ground connection.
Figure 41 Tighten retaining screws
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To Connect the M8057A/B Remote Head
The M8057A/B remote head box can be connected to each channel of
M8045A module. Connect the M8057A/B to the M8045A remote head
controls (P and N) as shown in the
Figure 42 on page -60.
Figure 42 Installing M8045A, M8046A modules and M8057A/B remote head
Ensure that the chassis is NOT powered up or connected to a power
source while making connections to M8057A/B.
Also, make sure NOT to remove the M8057A/B connections when it is
powered on. However, if you wish to remove the M8057A/B connections,
ensure that the instrument is powered off.
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To remove an M8040A module
CAUTION
Loosening retaining screw
The enclosure surface of the module may become hot during use. If you
need to remove the module, first power down the M9505A AXIe chassis,
allow the module to cool, and then pull the module out of the chassis.
1 Loosen the retaining screws on both ends of the module until the
module is completely disengaged to prevent damaging your chassis or
module.
Figure 43 Loosening retaining screws
2 Extend the ends of both module insertion/extraction handles, by
pulling them inwards towards each other.
Installing Modules 2
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Figure 44 Removing an instrument module
3 To remove the module: Open the module insertion/extraction handles
by pivoting them out towards you. This unseats the module from the
chassis backplane.
4 Once the module is unseated, use the module insertion/extraction
handles by pulling directly outward to remove the module from the
chassis.
2 Installing Modules
CAUTION
Do not remove the AXIe ESM, which is integral to the operation of the
chassis. An AXIe ESM that needs servicing should be removed by
Keysight personnel only.
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Setting up the M8040A
Carry Handle
Bumpers
Benchtop Configuration
Installing Modules 2
If you want to use the M8040A in a benchtop configuration, then retain the
plastic bumpers and carry handle(s) for benchtop use.
Figure 45 Chassis bumpers and carry handles
1 Place the assembly on top of the M8040A.
2 Attach the assembly to the top of the M8040A with screws provided.
Rack Mounted Configuration
If you want to use the M8040A in a rack mounted configuration:
1 Remove the bumpers and carry handle(s) from the chassis. The
procedure and tools needed to remove these is documented in the
Keysight M9502A/M9505A AXIe chassis User’s Guide which is
available on www.keysight.com.
2 Attach the rack mount brackets to the chassis and mount onto a rack.
The rack mount brackets are available in the Keysight rack mount kit
that you can order for the chassis. Refer to this kit for rack mounting
instructions.
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NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
Installing the AXIe Embedded Controller Module
If you plan to use the Keysight M9537A Embedded Controller as the host
computer, then:
1 Install this module in slot 1 of the M9505A AXIe chassis.
This module must be installed in slot 1 of the M9505A AXIe chassis.
2 Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to various ports available
on the front panel of the M9537A Embedded Controller.
3 If needed, connect the M9537A Embedded Controller to LAN using the
GbE LAN port on the front panel of this module. You need Internet
connectivity later to perform firmware upgrades, download instrument
module control software, or the latest Keysight I/O libraries suite.
Do not use the ESM LAN port as the remote control port. Use the LAN port of the
controller (on M9537A or external PC).
You do not need to manually establish any external PCIe/USB or LAN connection
between the M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller and M8040A because this
controller communicates with the ESM through the chassis backplane.
You do not need to manually install any operating system or drivers for this
module. The Windows 7 (64 bit) operating system is pre-installed based on your
choice and the module is ready to use as the host computer.
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Installing Modules 2
NOTE
NOTE
The following figure displays the M9537A Embedded Controller installed in
slot 1 of the M9505A AXIe chassis.
Figure 46 M9537A embedded controller with M8045A and M8046A
Detailed information and user guide for the M9537A Embedded Controller
module is available at www.keysight.com/find/M9537A.
The M9537A Embedded Controller module will successfully connect with
M8040A only when installed in slot 1 of the M9505A chassis. Make sure that you
install the module in the M8040A before powering up the complete setup.
You should not connect the M8040A to multiple operating host computers at
the same time. If you plan to use the M9537A AXIe Embedded Controller as the
host computer, then do not connect an external host computer to the M8040A.
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Completing the Installation and Setup Process
Refer to the Keysight M8020A/M8030A Getting Started Guide for
procedures required to complete the installation and setup process.
The Keysight M8020A/M8030A Getting Started Guide contains
procedures for the following:
• Set up an external host computer
• Power up and power down the system
• Verify basic operation
• Install Keysight IO Libraries Suite
• Install M8070B software
• Install the measurement plugins
• Install module licenses (for on-site upgrades only)
The Keysight M8020A/M8030A Getting Started Guide also contains the
following information:
• Starting the M8070B software interface
• Making a basic measurement
Detailed information, consisting of User Guide, Programming Guide and
other documents for the Keysight M8020A, M8030A and M8040A are
available at:
www.keysight.com/find/M8020A
www.keysight.com/find/M8030A
www.keysight.com/find/M8040A
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Installation Guide
3 Controlling Multiple
Instruments
Controlling Multiple Instruments by Multiple Instances of M8070B System
Software / 70
Remote Control of Multiple M8070B Software Instances / 74
Creating M8070B Software Shortcut on the Desktop / 75
This chapter describes how the M8070B system software allows a PC to
control multiple instruments.
3 Controlling Multiple Instruments
The M8070B system software (3.x.x.x version) allows a PC to control
different connected instruments. These instrument can be either BERT
modules, AWG modules or combination of both. The possible setup
combinations are described and illustrated in this section.
• CASE 1 - A PC can be connected to an AXIe 5 Slot frame and runs a
M8041A as clock/data module and a M8051A as data module. It’s a
four channel instrument. The M8051A module can be replaced by a
M8061A or by a M8062A, depending upon the requirement.
• CASE 2 - A PC is connected to an AXIe 5 Slot frame and runs a M8045A
as generator module, a M8046A as analyzer module and a
M8195A/M8196A as AWG module. Ensure that the M8195A/M8196A
soft front panel should be properly installed on the host PC. Also ensure
that the M8195A/M8196A should be always be mounted in a slot
number higher that M8045A modules in the AXIe chassis. In other
words, the M8195A/M8196A module should always be mounted last in
the chassis.
• CASE 3 - A PC is connected to two AXIe 5 slot frames, with each frame
running one M8045A module and two M8046A modules. This setup
would require M8070B and respective module licenses. To ensure that
the both instruments operate on same clock, the Ref Clk Out port of the
M8045A (frame 1) is connected to the Ref Clk In port of M8045A (fame
2).
Figure 47 PC connected to AXIe 5 slot frame
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It is also possible to connect a PC to smaller AXIe frame (2 slots) as shown
in the following figure:
Figure 48 PC connected to AXIe 2 slot frame
Also, it is also possible to connect a PC to large AXIe frame (14 slots) as
shown in the following figure:
Figure 49 PC connected to AXIe 14 slot frame
All these configurations are controlled by a single instance of a M8070B
system software.
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Controlling Multiple Instruments by Multiple Instances of M8070B System Software
A single PC can also control multiple instruments by multiple instance of
the M8070B software. For every connected instrument a separate instance
of the M8070B software has to be started. You have to pass command line
options to the M8070B system software to address/specify connected
instruments.
Instrument settings, pattern etc. are stored in a so called workspace. To
avoid conflicts between multiple running M8070B system software
instances working on a single workspace you must specify a new name for
every workspace. For every running M8070B software, a separate
workspace must be defined.
Following are some possible configurations:
1 One PC connected to multiple instruments
Figure 50 on page -70 shows one PC connected to multiple
instruments via USB.
Figure 50 PC connected to multiple instruments via USB
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NOTE
For this configuration you have to start the M8070B software twice
with different command line options.
1 Start a command line window
2 Type in the following syntax:
> keysight.M8070B.exe /chassisid 1 /workspace
"InstrumentOne"
> keysight.M8070B.exe /chassisid 2 /workspace
"InstrumentTwo"
In this configuration only one PC is required to run two M8070B
instances simultaneously and both control their assigned instrument.
A second or further instance of M8070B software is only required if there
is another BERT PG module in the second / further chassis. This means
that, if there are only AWG module(s) and/or M8046A modules within the
second / further chassis, then these are also recognized within the first
(single) instance of M8070B software.
2 One PC with multiple instruments in a M9514A frame
Figure 51 on page -71 shows two instruments (shaded transparent
rectangles) hosted by a M9514A and controlled by a single PC only.
Figure 51 PC connected to AXIe frame 14 slot via PCIe
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3 Controlling Multiple Instruments
In this setup, the two instruments (shaded transparent rectangles) are
hosted by a M9514A AXIe frame and controlled by a single PC. The first
instrument will be addressed by chassis identifier 1 and slot number 1
and the second instrument will be addressed by chassis identifier 1
and slot number 8 (slot numbers are printed above a slot). The slot
number specifies the first module to be built an instrument.
For starting the software specify following command line option
> keysight.M8070B.exe /chassisid 1 /slotnumber 1
/workspace "InstrumentOne"
> keysight.M8070B.exe /chassisid 1 /slotnumber 8
/workspace "InstrumentTwo"
3 Mixed connection (One PC with multiple M8070B instances and
multiple instruments in a M9514A frame)
In this configuration, multiple Instruments in a M9514A frame are
connected via PCIe connection to the PC while multiple M8070B
instances are connected via USB connection to the PC. See
on page -72.
Figure 52
Figure 52 PC connected to multiple instruments via USB and PCIe
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To run this configuration, use in the following syntax:
> keysight.M8070B.exe /chassisid 1 /slotnumber 1
/workspace "InstrumentOne"
> keysight.M8070B.exe /chassisid 1 /slotnumber 8
/workspace "InstrumentTwo"
> keysight.M8070B.exe /chassisid 2 /workspace
"InstrumentThree"
4 Workaround to identify a particular frame when multiple frames are
connected to a PC
Follow the given steps to identify a particular frame when multiple
frames connected to one PC:
a Switch on all the frames connected to the PC.
b Start one instance of the M8070B system software.
c Using the command line arguments (described in previous steps),
switch to /chassisid 1 and observe the frames. The blinking LEDs
show the addressed frame.
d Start the next instance M8070B system software with /chassisid 2
and so on.
e This will let you know which frame is associated with the entered
/chassisid.
f If you restart the M8070B system software with the same command
line arguments, it will address the same frame again. In other words
as long as the set-up is not changed e.g. /chassisid 1 will address
always the same frame.
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Remote Control of Multiple M8070B Software Instances
You can also use SCPI to remotely control multiple instances of the
M8070B software. To know the VISA Resource Strings for SCPI Access,
click on the front panel on Utilities > SCPI Server Information….
The dialog shows the VISA Resource Strings for SCPI access as shown in
the following figures:
Figure 53 SCPI Server Information showing VISA Resource Strings for SCPI Access
Figure 54 SCPI Server Information showing VISA Resource Strings for SCPI Access
Command Line Options
The following command line options are required for connecting a PC with
instrument(s).
/chassisid Chassis Identifier - defines a number for using the corresponding frame
/slotnumber Slot Number – defines a slot number of the first module to constitute an
instrument
/workspace Workspace Name – defines a name for a workspace in which the settings
are stored
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Creating M8070B Software Shortcut on the Desktop
Follow the given steps to create M8070B software shortcut on desktop:
1 Open file explorer and go to C:\Program Files\Keysight\M8070B\bin
location as shown in the
Controlling Multiple Instruments 3
Figure 55 on page -75:
Figure 55 File explorer
2 Click on the highlighted executable with the right mouse button and
move the cursor with pressed button on the desktop, release the
mouse button and select in the context menu Create shortcut.
3 Rename the created shortcut to a meaningful name, right click and
select in the context menu Properties.
4Choose the Shortcut tab and change the Target entry field as shown in
the following example:
"C:\Program Files\Keysight\M8070B\bin\KeysightM8070B.exe"
/chassisid 1 /slotnumber 1 /workspace "InstrumentOne"
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Figure 56 Changing shortcut target
5Click Apply.
You can now start the ‘configured’ M8070B system software by a simple
double click on the desktop icon.
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Index
A
AXIe instrument modules, 26
B
Benchtop configuration, 39, 63
C
Configuration
32G BERT, 17, 18
Base, 15, 22, 23
Benchtop, 39, 63
LAN network, single M8020A, 19,
24
M8020A 32 Gb/s BERT, 17, 18
M8030A multi-channel BERT, 20,
22
M8041A with M8061A, 17
E
Embedded controller, install, 41
F
Filler panel removal, 28, 56
H
Handles, insertion/extraction, 29,
57
Hardware requirements, 14
I
I/O libraries, 14
Installing the M8045A and M8046A
Modules,
Installing the M8045A Module, 56
58
K
Keysight I/O libraries, 14
M
M8020A
Four channel configuration, 16
Installing modules, 27
Modules, 15, 22
M8030A
10-channel system
configuration,
Install a module, 49
Install M9536A embedded
controller,
Removing module, 52
Sync cable, 53
M8040A, 22
Installing modules, 55
M8040A LAN Network
Configuration,
M8041A and M8051A, install, 30,
58
M8041A and M8061A, install, 33,
35, 60
M8041A module, 15, 22
M8041A, install, 28, 49, 56
M8045A Pattern Generator
Module,
M8046A Analyzer Module, 23
M8061A 32 Gb/s multiplexer with
de-emphasis,
M8070B, 14
M9505A AXIe chassis, 14, 15, 22,
27, 43, 55
20, 22
46
24
22
17
M9536A AXIe embedded
controller,
M9536A, install, 41, 46, 64
Module removal, 37, 61
15, 22
O
Operating systems, 14
Oscilloscope, 40
P
PCA board, 31, 59
R
Removing filler panels, 46
S
Safety summary, 3
Setup process, completing, 66
Single M8020A LAN network
configuration,
Software requirements, 14
Support assembly, 40
Synchronization cable, 31
19
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This information is subject to change
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