Agilent E6640A EXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide Agilent Technologies
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In This Guide… This guide contains the following information: 1 Quick-Start This chapter explains how to initialize the test set and generate and view a signal. 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Refer to this chapter for information on front- and rear-panel key functionality, and display annotations. 3 Test Set Operating System This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows configuration and the settings used with the Agilent test set software.
Contents 1 Quick-Start About the Test Set 10 Initial Inspection 11 Table.
Separate Input and Output Port Setup (RFIO 1 and RFIO 2) LAN Address Configuration Options and Licenses 28 30 31 Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls 32 Shortening the Test Set Power-On Time 32 Instrument Information 33 Power requirements 33 Environmental Conditions (Operating) 34 Ventilation 35 Instrument Maintenance 35 Protecting against electrostatic discharge 37 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features 40 Controller Hardware Interface 41 TRX Module Hardware Interface 43 Reference Modul
Transportable Perpetual Time-Limited Licenses 57 58 Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase Transporting a License Between Test Sets Windows Configuration 64 Settings that can be changed 64 Settings that must not be changed Configuring Printers 59 61 65 67 Configuring LAN 68 Hostname 68 IP Address & Gateway 68 Windows Security 69 Windows Firewall 70 Automatic updates 70 Virus protection 71 Spyware protection 72 System Maintenance 73 Backup 73 System restore 73 Disk d
The Virtual Front Panel 100 Programmatic Control of the Test Set 101 Capturing/Printing Displays and Windows 102 Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks 103 Windows shortcuts (key combinations) 103 Windows taskbar auto-hide feature 104 Windows startup folder 106 5 Troubleshooting Check the Basics 108 Problems with Microsoft Windows Operating System 110 Returning a test set for Service 111 Calling Agilent Technologies 111 Locations for Agilent Technologies 111 Read the Warranty 112 Service Optio
Agilent E6640A EXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 1 Quick-Start This section explains how to initialize the test set and generate and view a signal.
1 Quick-Start About the Test Set The E6640A EXM Wireless Test set contains one to four Agilent M9430A TRXs. Each TRX contains the full set of hardware elements illustrated below, and is run by its own instance of the XSA firmware application (a fully loaded test set shows four independent XSA windows on its monitor display).
1 Quick-Start Initial Inspection Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress. Retain the shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship the test set to another location or to Agilent Technologies for service. Verifying the contents Item Deliverable Description Getting Started Guide Provides first-time power on instructions, licensing information, operating system information, and general hardware information.
1 Quick-Start Shipping problems? If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the container are incomplete: • • • Contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office. Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection. If you must return an test set to Agilent Technologies, use the original (or comparable) shipping materials. See “Returning a test set for Service" on page 111.
Quick-Start 1 Turning on the test set the first time During the initial power-on process, the test set turns off and restarts several times. This only happens during the initial installation process. Initializing the test set using a USB mouse and external monitor Steps Actions 1 Connect a mouse and keyboard • Connect the mouse and 2 Connect a monitor • Connect the monitor to the keyboard to two of the USB ports on the front panel of the test set. monitor port on the front panel of the test set.
1 Quick-Start Steps Actions Notes a The analyzer performs the following steps: • Windows Startup window • Black screen • Windows message window, “Please wait while windows prepares to setup” • Blue Agilent window • The following Welcome window appears giving you information about the End-User License Agreement. • At this time, it is safe to turn off the instrument before initializing the software.
1 Quick-Start Steps Actions Notes 6 Disable the Anti-Virus message a Select the check box and click Continue. • Messages similar to the following continue to appears: • • • • The system reboots. Several required processes continue. The system reboots. The XSA application initializes 7 Separate instances of the application are launched for each TRX installed in the PXI rack (they are identified as “TRX1” through “TRX4” in the upper left corner of the application window).
1 Quick-Start Steps Actions Notes 10 Generate and view a signal a Press Input/Output, RF • • • • • • • • • b c d e f g h Input, RF Input Port, RFIO 1. Press Input/Output, More, RF Output & Test Set Config, RF Output Port, RFIO 2. Press AMPTD Y Scale, Ref Value, 10, dBm. Press FREQ, Center Freq, 2.4, GHz. Press SPAN X Scale, Span, 8, MHz. Press Source, Frequency, 2.4, GHz. Press Source, RF Output, On. Press Source, Amplitude, RF Power, 0, dBm.
1 Quick-Start Alignments Alignments are internal calibration adjustments which each TRX module must make to ensure that internal signal levels are properly maintained. To avoid interruptions, the alignments are not run automatically, either at startup or afterward; you must run them explicitly.
1 Quick-Start TRX Selection On the monitor or remote desktop view of the test set, each TRX is represented by a separate XSA window. You can identify which TRX a window controls by looking for the identifier (TRX1 through TRX4) at the top left corner of the window. (The TRXs are placed in numerical order in the PXIe chassis, beginning with TRX1 on the left.
Quick-Start 1 Using Socket Ports Use sockets 5025, 5125, 5225, and 5325: • TRX1, 5025: TCPIP0::::5025::SOCKET • TRX2, 5125: TCPIP0::::5125::SOCKET • TRX3, 5225: TCPIP0::::5225::SOCKET • TRX4, 5325: TCPIP0::::5325::SOCKET Using VXI-11/SICL Use inst0 through inst3: • TRX1: TCPIP0::::inst0::INSTR • TRX2: TCPIP0::::inst1::INSTR • TRX3: TCPIP0::::inst2::INSTR • TRX4: TCPIP0::::inst3::INSTR Using Teln
1 Quick-Start E6640A Calibration Status The E6640A EXM test set does not have a calibration certificate, because of its flexibility in configuration: • The E6640A chassis can have 1, 2, 3, or 4 TRXs (M9430A) installed. • Different TRXs can have different hardware configurations for frequency range and/or bandwidth. • Additional TRXs can be added to an E6640A chassis after the initial instrument purchase.
1 Quick-Start Certificates of Calibration Customers receive 2 to 5 Certificates of Calibration (COCs) with the E6640A EXM test set. The EXM is a scalable test set and can be purchased with 1 to 4 TRX modules. The TRX modules, along with the Reference module (supplied with each E6640A), are the only items that require calibration, and therefore they are the only items supplied with a CoC and calibration sticker at shipment.
1 Quick-Start Desktop Icons Three desktop icons provide access to utilities which support the E6640A’s measurement firmware. TRX Configurator The TRX Configurator tool shows which of the four possible TRXs are installed in the PXIe rack, and identifies them by SCPI address. At a minimum, TRX1 must be installed, and cannot be disabled using this tool. However, the other TRXs, if installed, can be enabled or disabled using the checkbox in the right column.
1 Quick-Start Launch XSA On bootup, the E6640A opens an XSA application window for each TRX which is (1) installed and (2) enabled in the TRX Configurator described above. If you have closed any of the XSA application windows, you can reopen them without rebooting, by clicking the Launch XSA icon. This will only open a window for a given TRX if it is enabled in the TRX Configurator.
1 Quick-Start Port Configuration Any of the TRXs four RF ports can be configured as an input port (accepting a signal to be analyzed) or as an output port (providing an RF stimulus). Two of the ports (RFIO 1 and RFIO 2) can also be used in full-duplex mode (that is, with a single port used for both input and output simultaneously). The various possible configurations are described here.
Quick-Start 1 To use the RFIO 2 port as the input and output, set up the RF Input using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output > RF Input > RF Input Port > RFIO 2 Command: :FEED:RF:PORT RFIO2 Then set up the RF Output using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output > More > RF Output & Test Set Config > RF Output Port > RFIO 2 Command: :FEED:RF:PORT:OUTP RFIO2 Separate Input and Output Port Setup (RF3 I|O and RF4 I|O) Ports RF3 I|O and RF4 I|O connect to a switch rath
1 Quick-Start To define RF3 I|O as an input and RF4 I|O as an output, use the following steps.
Quick-Start 1 To define RF4 I|O as an input and RF3 I|O as an output, use the following steps.
1 Quick-Start Separate Input and Output Port Setup (RFIO 1 and RFIO 2) Although Ports RFIO 1 and RFIO 2 are designed to operate as full-duplex ports, they can function as separate inputs and outputs.
Quick-Start 1 To use the RFIO 1 port as the input and the RFIO 2 port as the output, set up the RF Input using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output > RF Input > RF Input Port > RFIO 2 Command: :FEED:RF:PORT RFIO2 Then set up the RF Output using this menu setting or its equivalent command: Input/Output > More > RF Output & Test Set Config > RF Output Port > RFIO 1 Command: :FEED:RF:PORT:OUTP RFIO1 Getting Started Guide 29
1 Quick-Start LAN Address Configuration The E6640A supports both dynamic and static assignment of its IP address, using ports LAN 1 and LAN 2 respectively. The LAN 1 port is designed for dynamic IP addressing, using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. If the your site network supports DHCP, the E6640A will be assigned an IP address automatically when it is connected to the LAN. Once the address is assigned, it is listed, along with the computer name, under System > Show > System.
1 Quick-Start Options and Licenses The options and licenses installed on the test set are listed on the System > Show > System display, as illustrated below. Certain features of the test set (such as its frequency range, its analysis bandwidth, the measurement applications it runs, and in some cases individual measurements within an application) are licensed features, and are unavailable if the appropriate license is not installed.
1 Quick-Start Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls No anti-virus software is shipped with the test set. It is recommended that you install anti-virus software if your test set is connected to the LAN. Check with your IT department to see what they recommend. The test set is shipped with the Windows firewall enabled. Do not modify the default network settings as this may cause problems with the operating system of the test set.
Quick-Start 1 Instrument Information Power requirements The only physical installation of your Agilent test set is a connection to a power source. Line voltage does not need to be selected. This test set does not contain customer serviceable fuses. This is a Safety Class 1 Product (provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact.
1 Quick-Start AC power cord The test set is equipped with a three-wire power cord, in accordance with international safety standards. This cable grounds the test set cabinet when connected to an appropriate power line outlet. The cable appropriate to the original shipping location is included with the test set. See: http://www.agilent.com/find/powercords Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product.
1 Quick-Start Ventilation VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS: When installing the product in a cabinet, the convection into and out of the product must not be restricted. The ambient temperature (outside the cabinet) must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the product by 4oC for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power dissipated in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts, then forced convection must be used.
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Quick-Start 1 Protecting against electrostatic discharge Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components (the possibility of unseen damage caused by ESD is present whenever components are transported, stored, or used). Test equipment and ESD To help reduce ESD damage that can occur while using test equipment: Do not use these first three techniques when working on circuitry with a voltage potential greater than 500 volts.
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Agilent E6640A EXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 2 Front and Rear Panel Features This section describes the following features: “Front-Panel Features" on page 40 “Display Annotations" on page 48 “Rear-Panel Features" on page 50 “Front and Rear Panel Symbols" on page 51 Agilent Technologies 39
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features The test set consists of instruments loaded in a PXI rack, hidden behind a front panel. There is a controller (located on the far left), and one to four TRX (transmit/receive) sub-instruments. A narrow reference module is placed in the center. Each TRX module combine an RF signal generator with an RF signal analyzer. Each of the sub-instruments under the impact cover includes a Vector Signal Generator (M9381A) and a Vector Signal Analyzer (M9391A).
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Controller Hardware Interface The controller’s front panel features are illustrated below: # Item Name Description 1 Monitor Port This connector supports a connection to a monitor with a DisplayPort input. 2 LED Indicators • DRIVE: indicates when the internal hard drive is being accessed.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features # 42 Item Name Description 4 LAN Connectors Two TCP/IP Interface connectors that are used for remote test set operation. Choose the LAN 1 port to have an IP address assigned to the test set dynamically, using DHCP. If your local network does not support DHCP, choose the LAN 2 port to use a private static IP address. For more information, see “LAN Address Configuration" on page 30. 5 USB 3.0 The controller provides two USB 3.0 ports. 6 USB 2.
Front and Rear Panel Features 2 TRX Module Hardware Interface There can be as many as four TRX modules in the PXI rack; each has the same hardware interface, as illustrated below. Item Description # Name 1 TRXn STATUS When line power is applied to the PXI chassis, the STATUS LED for each TRX module lights orange to indicate that hardware is ready but the software is still booting up. After bootup the LED lights green to indicate that both hardware and software are ready.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Item Description # 44 Name 7 RF3 I/O This Type N connector is a half-duplex RF port which can be configured as an input or an output. 8 TRIG OUT 1 A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the test set. Configurable from the Input/Output keys. 9 TRIG IN 2 A trigger input used to synchronize other test equipment with the test set. Configurable from the Input/Output keys.
Front and Rear Panel Features 2 Reference Module Hardware Interface The connectors which are exposed when the impact cover is in place are illustrated below: Item Description # Name 1 10 MHz OUT This BNC input port provides a timebase reference output from the M9300A Reference module. 2 REF IN This BNC input port accepts a timebase reference input to the Ref In port of the M9300A Reference module.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Virtual Front Panel The E6640A model does not include physical front-panel keys. However, if you have a PC mouse, monitor, and keyboard plugged in (or are working through a Remote Desktop interface), you can navigate front-panel functions using the virtual front panel (VFP) shown below. Access the VFP as follows: 1. Right-click the mouse. 2. Left-click Utility (1) in the menu, as shown below. 3. Left-click Virtual Front Panel (2) in the menu, as shown below.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features On the VFP the keys labeled "Key 1" through "Key 7" function as the menu keys. Using the mouse to click on a combination of the VFP keys and the menu keys on the display screen, you can operate the instrument as if it had conventional front-panel keys. The VFP frame shows “Left” or “Right” at the upper left corner of the frame, so that it’s clear which sub-instrument within the PXI rack is being controlled by it.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Display Annotations Item # 48 Function Key Description 1 Measurement bar; shows general measurement settings and information. Some measurements include limits which the data is tested against. A Pass/Fail indication may be shown in the lower-left corner. The following graphics indicate single/continuous measurement: All the keys in the test set Setup part of the front panel.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Item # 6 Function Key Description Settings panel; displays system information that is not specific to any one application. • Input/Output status - green LXI indicates the LAN is connected.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Rear-Panel Features Item # 50 Description Name 1 Line power input The AC power connection. See the product specifications for more details. 2 FAN Fan speed control (settings are HIGH and AUTO). 3 INHIBIT Inhibit switch. The settings are DEF (default) and MAN (manual). • When the switch is in the default position, the chassis is powered up by the front panel ON/Standby pushbutton. This is the recommended setting.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features Front and Rear Panel Symbols This symbol is used to indicate power ON (green LED). This symbol is used to indicate power STANDBY mode (yellow LED). This symbol indicates the input power required is AC. The instruction documentation symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to instructions in the documentation. The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community.
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Agilent E6640A EXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 3 Test Set Operating System This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows configuration and the settings used with the Agilent test set software. It includes information about changing some of the system settings. And it describes the Windows operating system configuration and the software installations that are present on the hard disk drive when the test set leaves the factory.
3 Test Set Operating System Agilent Software Installed Measurement Software Applications A set of Agilent measurement applications for different modes (GSM/EDTE, cdma2000, Sequence Analyzer mode, etc.) is installed by default in the test set, but these must be licensed in order to be used. Whichever licenses were purchased with the instrument are installed at the factory (see “Options and Licenses" on page 31. Other licenses can be purchased and installed later (including transportable licenses).
3 Test Set Operating System User Accounts Administrator login The Administrator account ships from the factory with the password “agilent4u”.
3 Test Set Operating System Customer creation of accounts You can create additional user accounts and decide on the level of security granted to any new user accounts created. For example, the level of security can be assigned as administrator, power user, user, backup operators. User names are not case sensitive but passwords are case sensitive. For the test set software to operate, the user account executing the software must be assigned Administrator or Power User privileges.
Test Set Operating System 3 Agilent Licensing Options Agilent test sets use three licensing types: Fixed Perpetual, Transportable Perpetual, and Trial. Fixed Perpetual licenses are also required to enable hardware options. Fixed Perpetual Fixed Perpetual licenses are the traditional license type (Fixed) with the same duration (Perpetual) that have been available for all features since the Agilent X-Series introductions.
3 Test Set Operating System Time-Limited Licenses Trial licenses Trial licenses are available so that you may try applications before you buy the full applications. These licenses are time limited for a 14 day period, and are restricted to one trial for an individual application per instrument. The restriction is enforced through the license redemption process of the Agilent Software Manager (ASM) system.
3 Test Set Operating System Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase Additional measurement application software can be ordered after your initial purchase of the E6640A test set. Software upgrades are provided in a kit that includes an option based Entitlement Certificate, a license agreement. The licenses are downloaded from the license Web site onto a storage device so they can be loaded into the instrument.
3 Test Set Operating System Step Action Notes 4 Verify installation a Cycle the power on the signal test set. b On the Virtual Front Panel press System, Show, System. c Verify that the new application appears in the list. The application will not be available for use until after the power has been cycled This displays the list of installed applications. If you require further assistance, please contact the Agilent support team. Online assistance: http://www.agilent.
Test Set Operating System 3 Transporting a License Between Test Sets Transportable licenses can be identified by the letters "TP" in their option designator. For example, V9079B-2TP indicates the license is transportable and perpetual. To transport this license from one test set to another, Agilent recommends that both test sets be at the same instrument software release. This ensures that the user experience is identical between instruments.
3 Test Set Operating System Step Action 4 Start the License Manager on the Source Instrument • On the source instrument, press System, 5 Transport the Transportable License from Source Instrument a On the source instrument, locate the desired license to be transported and highlight it. Its option designator should include the letters "TP". b .Right-click on the mouse and select Delete. c Click Yes in the License Deletion Confirmation dialog box.
Test Set Operating System Step Action Notes 8 Install License File in Target Instrument a With the target instrument running, insert the USB flash drive into one of the front panel USB ports. After a few minutes, you should see a message saying "Successful License Installation" The Agilent License Services running on the target instrument looks for *.lic files whenever it detects a USB device has been inserted. If the contents of the *.
3 Test Set Operating System Windows Configuration The Windows settings have been optimized for the best measurement performance. Any modifications to these settings may degrade test set performance and measurement speed. In general, most Windows System settings (typically set through the Windows Control Panel) should not be modified. Those that can be safely modified are listed below.
Test Set Operating System You may use this feature 3 To do this... Install and configure a printer. Set the time and date. Modify System Properties, Advanced Tab settings of Performance, Adjust for Best Performance. Leave all other settings unchanged. Settings that must not be changed Avoid changing any settings in this section. Changes to the following settings may degrade test set performance, screen displays, and measurement speed. Do NOT use this To do this...
3 Test Set Operating System Do NOT use this To do this... feature Do not delete or modify the “AgilentOnly” user account. In addition, DO NOT: • Add, delete, or modify hard-disk drive partitions. • Delete or modify Agilent registry entries.
Test Set Operating System 3 Configuring Printers Printers are configured using the Microsoft Windows Control Panel. It is easily accessed from the Windows Start menu or from under the front panel System key. This setup process is most easily done using a USB mouse and an external keyboard. When setting up a new printer, you may need to load the printer driver (unless you are using a network printer that your IT department has set up to include the driver).
3 Test Set Operating System Configuring LAN Hostname The Computer Name, or hostname, is pre-configured from the factory. It must be a unique name so that it does not conflict with other equipment on your LAN. The pre-configured Computer Name is A-E6640A-xxxxx, where xxxxx represents the last 5 digits of the test set serial number. To change the Computer Name consult the Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center. IP Address & Gateway The test set is pre-configured to obtain an IP Address using DHCP.
Test Set Operating System 3 Windows Security Microsoft recommends the following to ensure the test set Windows operating system is protected: • Use an internet firewall. • Get the latest critical Windows updates. • Use up-to-date antivirus software. To check the status or make changes in the security settings for your test set, open the Windows Security Center, click Start, Control Panel, and then click Security Center. The window may look slightly different on your test set.
3 Test Set Operating System Windows Firewall The test set is shipped with the Windows Firewall enabled. The window may look slightly different on your test set. Windows Firewall Exceptions for programs and ports have been added to allow proper operation of the test set over a network. Modifying these settings may cause the test set to not operate properly.
Test Set Operating System 3 Be aware that downloading and installing Windows Updates can be network and CPU usage intensive (impacting the test set performance), and some Windows Updates automatically reboot the test set. It is recommended that Windows Updates be performed when the test set is not in normal use. Virus protection There is no antivirus software included with your test set. Antivirus application software has been tested to be compatible with the test set.
3 Test Set Operating System Spyware protection There is no anti-spyware software installed on the test set. This should not be a problem if you do not use the test set for a lot of internet browsing. Having spyware in the test set could have an impact on the test set performance.
3 Test Set Operating System System Maintenance Backup It is recommended that you have a regular backup strategy. Your IT department may already have a backup strategy in place which is suitable for the test set and its data. Using the Agilent Recovery system in conjunction with a regular backup strategy should allow full recovery of the test set data. The Windows operating system has a Backup utility that you can use to archive files and folders in case of a hard disk drive failure.
3 Test Set Operating System USB Connections The controller front panel provides two USB 3.0 ports and four USB 2.0 ports to which you can connect USB mass storage devices and accessories such as printers and keyboards. The test set USB Host support includes the standard Microsoft Windows USB class drivers for human interface, mass storage, printing, scanning, and imaging devices. A complete up-to-date list of the Windows USB class driver support is available on the Microsoft website. http://www.microsoft.
Test Set Operating System 3 Hard Drive Partitioning and Use The drive is partitioned into 3 sections: C:, D: and E: • The C: partition contains the Windows operating system and software installed by Agilent. This is an Open System which means you can install additional software, and these should be installed on the C: drive. However, only a limited set of software applications are tested for use with the Agilent measurement software.
3 Test Set Operating System Hard Drive Recovery Process The Agilent Recovery System can be used to repair errors on the test set's C: drive partition, or to restore the original factory configuration of the system software. The Agilent Recovery System is stored in a separate hidden hard disk drive partition. Repairing errors on the hard disk drive may result in loss of data or files.
Test Set Operating System 3 Using the test set recovery system Step Notes 1 Make sure the test set is turned off. 2 Turn on the test set. • Press the down arrow key to move the highlight to Agilent Recovery System, then press Enter. After the Agilent Technologies screen is displayed, this screen is displayed for five seconds. 3 When the Agilent Recovery System has booted, follow the on-screen instructions to recover the image of the C: drive. • Press 2, then press Enter to select the recovery.
3 Test Set Operating System Updating the software The purpose of this update is to ensure that the E6640A’s software, its measurement mode applications, and the FPGA content of its PC boards are all current and up to date. NOTE An update to the instrument software revision does not require a new license key for the measurement applications, so long as the applications were licensed prior to the update.
3 Test Set Operating System User account and log-in The default user account is Instrument, which does not have the required permissions to install the instrument software updates. For the process outlined below, the user must be logged in as Administrator. The automated instrument software upgrade process has an install wizard which removes the old software version and installs new software version without manual steps.
3 Test Set Operating System Preparing the installation Step Notes 2 A window appears showing the extraction of the software installer. Click Install in the confirmation window to begin the installation process. When the extraction process is complete, a software updater display appears, showing progress of the software removal and installation. The update process causes various messages and windows to appear and disappear on the screen, but the process doesn’t require further interaction.
Test Set Operating System 3 Preparing the installation Step Notes Software updater window, showing uninstallation progress: While the old instrument software is being uninstalled, the text “Uninstall in Progress” text rolls across the screen, to be replaced finally by “Completed Successfully”. No interaction is required at this point.
3 Test Set Operating System Preparing the installation Step Notes FPGA update warning window (may be displayed, if any FPGA updating occurs): CAUTION During FPGA programming, DO NOT power off the E6640A for ANY reason! Interrupting the FPGA update process can place the instrument in an unusable state, requiring it to be returned to Agilent for repair. 3 When the software updater window shows “The software upgrade was successful”, you will be prompted to reboot.
Test Set Operating System 3 Preparing the installation Step Notes 4 Click the “Finish” button. This results in a Windows shutdown. 5 After the E6640A restarts, it will boot up in the default “Instrument” account, perform alignments, and finally display the measurement screen. If the instrument does not reboot, remove the USB storage device and cycle power.
3 Test Set Operating System Additional recovery steps may be required to fully recover the system to a more current working state. This could involve restoring your own backups of the instrument configuration, including re-installing applications, data, and performing system customizations.
Agilent E6640A EXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System The capabilities described in this section are Microsoft Windows features. The following information provides some guidelines for using the capabilities with the test set. You need to refer to the Windows help documentation for more information. Your version of Windows may not match these instructions exactly. You need an external keyboard and mouse to fully use these features.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Navigating Windows Without a Mouse Key Presses Actions Esc Exits/closes a Windows dialog box (does not exit an Application window) Enter Does the current "default action". If a menu item or a button is currently highlighted, then the Enter key activates that menu item or button.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Remote Desktop: Using the Test Set Remotely Windows Remote Desktop is recommended for remote control of the test set. The Remote Desktop functionality is a Microsoft Windows capability. The following discussion provides some guidelines for using this capability with the test set. You need to refer to the Windows help documentation for more information. As Windows evolves, these instructions may no longer be exact.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Setting up a remote desktop connection Step Notes 3 Within the Control Panel, select System, System and Security. 4 Click Remote Settings. A System Properties window appears, with the Remote tab displayed. 5 Check the box labeled Allow Remote Assistance connections to this computer, if it is not already checked. 6 To add users, click Select Users, Add. • Follow the on screen instructions.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System The following instructions relate to software provided by Microsoft Corporation. Agilent offers no warranty regarding the operation of such software. The procedure described here may be changed by Microsoft at some future time. Installing the Client software Step Notes 1 When the Welcome Screen appears, click Perform additional tasks 2 From the What do you want to do? screen, click Set up Remote Desktop Connection.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Locating the name from the Windows desktop (without a mouse): Step Notes 1 Press Ctrl+Esc to display the Windows Start menu. 2 Use the Up Arrow or Down Arrow keys to select the Control Panel item. 3 Press Enter to open the Control Panel dialog. 4 Use the Tab key to highlight System and Security, then press Enter. The System and Security window is displayed. 5 Use the Tab key to highlight System, then press Enter. The System window is displayed.
Using Microsoft Windows Operating System 4 Starting a session Step Notes 1 Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Communications > Remote Desktop A Remote Desktop Connection dialog appears: Connection. 2 Enter the computer name of the test set. 3 Click Connect. A login dialog box appears. 4 Enter the login account name and password. The default account name is Instrument and the default password is measure4u, but these parameters may be changed by instrument users.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Setting Remote Desktop options Step Notes 1 On the Remote Desktop Connection menu, click Options. The Options dialog has several tabs. Generally, the default settings are correct. 2 Under the General tab, ensure that the Computer name, User name and Domain name are set correctly. 92 You may choose to enter the password and save it for future sessions, by checking the Save my password box.
Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Step 4 Notes 3 Click the Display tab. • Under Remote desktop size, you may select the size of the window in which the test set display appears. Do not select any size smaller than 1024 x 768 pixels. Selecting a remote desktop size smaller than 1024 x 768 results in the test set display not being fully visible. In such circumstances, scroll bars do not appear, so portions of the display are not accessible.
4 94 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Step Notes 5 Click the Experience tab. To Optimize the performance of the Remote Desktop session, choose the appropriate connection format from the drop-down list.
Using Microsoft Windows Operating System 4 Accessing menus for Remote Desktop operation Using the mouse, right-click the application display window to access the following remote desktop menus: The function of each selection in the menu is generally identical to that of the corresponding Virtual Front Panel key. The following lists additional functionality: Exit – Selecting this item closes the Application software. Utility > Page Setup – Selecting this item opens a printer setup dialog.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Keycode commands for Remote Desktop operation When using the test set in remote desktop mode, the following combinations of remote keyboard keys can be used to perform the operation of the virtual front-panel keys.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Keycode commands Getting Started Guide To initiate the following virtual key: Press these keys on the remote computer keyboard: Cont Ctrl+Alt+C Ctrl Ctrl Decrease Audio Volume the Volume Control slider Del Delete Down Arrow Down Arrow Enter Enter (Return) File Ctrl+F FREQ Channel Ctrl+Shift+F Full Screen Ctrl+Shift+B Help F1 Increase Audio Volume the Volume Control slider Input/Output Ctrl+Shift+O Left Arrow Left Arrow Marker Ctrl+A
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Keycode commands 98 To initiate the following virtual key: Press these keys on the remote computer keyboard: Right Arrow Right Arrow Save Ctrl+S Select Space Bar Single Ctrl+Alt+S Softkey 1 Ctrl+Shift+F1 Softkey 2 Ctrl+Shift+F2 Softkey 3 Ctrl+Shift+F3 Softkey 4 Ctrl+Shift+F4 Softkey 5 Ctrl+Shift+F5 Softkey 6 Ctrl+Shift+F6 Softkey 7 Ctrl+Shift+F7 Source Ctrl+Alt+U SPAN X Scale Ctrl+Shift+S Split Screen Ctrl+Shift+L Sweep/Control Ct
Using Microsoft Windows Operating System 4 Keycode commands To initiate the following virtual key: Press these keys on the remote computer keyboard: 7 7a 8 8a 9 9a – Use the – key to enter a negative value, as appropriatea . (Decimal Point) . (Period)a 0 (Zero) 0 (Zero)a a. For remote keyboards that feature a numeric keypad, use either the appropriate numeric keypad key or the main keypad key.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System The Virtual Front Panel The Virtual Front Panel is a software equivalent of the front-panel key set, which provides another alternate method for test set control. It may be displayed in a separate window on the test set (or remote desktop) display. The Virtual Front Panel is also available when using the test set directly, provided that a mouse or other pointing device is attached to it.
Using Microsoft Windows Operating System 4 Programmatic Control of the Test Set For information on how to send commands to the test set, using a VISA connection, see the X-Series Signal Analyzer Programmer’s Guide, which is available online at: http://www.agilent.com/find/mxa_manuals NOTE Getting Started Guide The individual TRX instruments within the test set chassis are controlled using separate VISA connections; see “TRX Selection" on page 18.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Capturing/Printing Displays and Windows You need an external keyboard and mouse to use this feature. Save the desktop: Step Notes 1 Press Print Screen on the external keyboard This captures the desktop and saves it on the Windows clipboard. 2 Open a graphics software program like Microsoft Paint 3 Paste the clipboard contents into the program The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + v will paste the contents of the clipboard.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks This section provides a list of Windows shortcuts (key combinations) that are useful when you operate the test set without an attached mouse and keyboard. (See also “Navigating Windows Without a Mouse" on page 86.) Although these shortcuts are available in any Windows system, they are not commonly used when a mouse and keyboard are attached.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Navigating an Application Menu without a Mouse or Keyboard This example uses Microsoft Excel, but you can use a similar sequence of operations to select and execute any menu item of any application. To select and execute the item Sheet > Rename option from the Format menu in the menu bar shown below, perform the following operations: Step Notes 1 Press Alt to select the File menu in the menu bar. The focus must be in the appropriate window.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System If a mouse is attached to the test set, and you move the mouse cursor to the bottom of the display (either deliberately or accidentally), the taskbar automatically appears. Provided that the taskbar is in auto-hide mode, you can make it disappear again by moving the mouse cursor away from the bottom of the screen.
4 Using Microsoft Windows Operating System Restoring taskbar auto-hide mode Step Notes 5 Click OK. This applies the change and closes the dialog box. Windows startup folder All Windows systems include a special folder, called the Startup folder. If a program, or a shortcut to a program, is placed in the Startup folder (either by Windows itself, or by a third-party application, or by any user), that program automatically runs every time Windows is restarted.
Agilent E6640A EXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 5 Troubleshooting “Check the Basics" on page 108 “Problems with Microsoft Windows Operating System" on page 110 “Returning a test set for Service" on page 111 No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers.
5 Troubleshooting Check the Basics o Is there power at the receptacle? o Is the test set turned on? Check to see if the green LED beside the power switch is on. Also, listen for internal fan noise to determine if the test set cooling fans are running. o If other equipment, cables, and connectors are being used with your test set, make sure they are connected properly and operating correctly.
5 Troubleshooting o Is the test set displaying an error message? If so, refer to the Instrument Messages Guide. o Check if the external frequency reference is selected but not available. Verify that it is selected by pressing Input/Output, Freq Ref In. If External is selected, changing the setting to Sense allows the test set to sense the presence of an external reference and use it only if it is available. The frequency of the reference should be set correctly.
5 Troubleshooting Problems with Microsoft Windows Operating System The Microsoft Windows operating system settings have been optimized for the best performance. Modification of these settings may degrade test set performance and measurement speed. Those that can be safely modified are described in “Settings that can be changed" on page 64. The E6640A EXM Wireless Test Set operates in an open Windows environment, so you can install software on the test set.
5 Troubleshooting Returning a test set for Service Calling Agilent Technologies Agilent Technologies has offices around the world to provide you with complete support for your test set. To obtain servicing information or to order replacement parts, contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office listed in the following table. In any correspondence or telephone conversations, refer to your test set by its product number, full serial number, and software revision.
5 Troubleshooting Russia +7 (495) 797 3930 Spain 91 631 3300 Sweden 0200-88 22 55 United Kingdom +44 0 118 927 6201 Online assistance: http://www.agilent.com/find/assist Contact us: http://www.agilent.com/find/contactus Read the Warranty The warranty for your test set is in the front of your Specifications Guide. Please read it and become familiar with its terms. If your test set is covered by a separate maintenance agreement, please be familiar with its terms.
5 Troubleshooting Packaging the Test Set Use original packaging or comparable. It is best to pack the unit in the original factory packaging materials if they are available. Test set damage can result from using packaging materials other than those specified. Never use styrene pellets in any shape as packaging materials. They do not adequately cushion the test set or prevent it from shifting in the carton.
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