Agilent X-Series EMI Receiver This manual provides documentation for the following: MXE EMI Receiver N9038A Getting Started and Troubleshooting Guide Agilent Technologies
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Warranty This Agilent technologies instrument product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, Agilent Technologies will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective. For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility designated by Agilent Technologies.
Contents 1 Quick-Start Initial Inspection 10 Shipping Problems? 10 Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements Locating the instrument 11 Cooling and rack mounting 11 Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time 12 Initializing the instrument using a USB mouse 12 Initializing the instrument using front-panel navigation Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls 19 Shortening the Instrument Power-On Time Instrument Information Power requirements 20 20 20 Protecting Against Overpowering Instrumen
Contents 3rd party software verified by Agilent 42 Installation of other 3rd party software 42 User Accounts 43 User login 43 Administrator login 43 AgilentOnly user account 43 Agilent service user accounts Customer creation of accounts 43 44 Agilent X-Series EMI Receiver Licensing Fixed Perpetual 44 44 Trial licenses 44 Licensing New Measurement Application Software After Initial Purchase 45 Installation procedure over USB Windows Configuration 45 47 Settings that can be changed 47
Contents Backing-up the factory calibration data Disk Drive Recovery Process Updating the software 58 59 61 5 Using Microsoft Windows XP Navigating Windows Without a Mouse 66 Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Overview of Remote Desktop operation 70 Setting up Remote Desktop operation 70 How to locate the computer name of the instrument Running a Remote Desktop session The Virtual Front Panel 70 73 74 84 Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Accessin
Contents Read the Warranty Service Options 106 106 Packaging the Instrument 106 8
Agilent X-Series Signal Analyzers Getting Started Guide 1 Quick-Start This section explains how to initialize the EMI Receiver.
Quick-Start Initial Inspection Initial Inspection Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress. Retain the shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship the instrument to another location or to Agilent Technologies for service. Table 1-1 Verifying the contents Item Deliverable Description Getting Started Guide Provides first-time power on instructions, licensing information, operating system information, and general hardware information.
Quick-Start Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements Locating the instrument Make sure that the fan inlet and exhaust vent areas on the sides of the instrument are not obstructed. The minimal required clearance is 2 inches. Airflow restrictions cause additional airflow noise and cause the fans to speed up so they can draw in enough air for the required cooling. This results in excessive audible noise.
Quick-Start Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Initial power-on of the instrument can be accomplished using either of the following methods: • • “Initializing the instrument using a USB mouse” on page 12 “Initializing the instrument using front-panel navigation” on page 16 During the initial power-on process, the instrument turns off and restarts several times. This only happens during the initial installation process.
Quick-Start Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Steps Actions 3. Launch Microsoft Setup • Notes Highlight Microsoft Windows XP Professional and press Enter to start the pre-installed operating system. The instrument performs the following steps: • Windows XP Startup window • Black screen • Windows Please wait message window • Blue Agilent window • The following Welcome window appears giving you information about the End-User License Agreement.
Quick-Start Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Steps Actions Notes 4. Reboot and logon • When the instrument restarts, the following message window appears: Click OK This window appears and covers the LaunchXSA window. NOTE If you do not check the “Do not show this message again” check box, this message will be displayed each time the instrument is turned on. No application will start while this message is displayed.
Quick-Start Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Steps Actions Notes 7. View a signal a. Press Mode, Spectrum Analyzer. This routes the internal 50 MHz signal to the instrument input. b. Press Input/Output, RF Calibrator, 50 MHz. c. Press FREQ Channel, Center Freq, 50, MHz. d. Press SPAN X Scale, 50, MHz. The 50 MHz reference signal appears on the display.
Quick-Start Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Initializing the instrument using front-panel navigation The following keys are used in the initialization process: Arrow keys Enter key Tab keys Select key Steps Actions Notes 1. Power on the instrument a. Position the instrument See “Instrument Location and Rack Mounting so you have easy access Requirements and “Power requirements” on page 20 for more details. to the power cord and plug it in. The instrument can require more than 5 b.
Quick-Start Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Steps Actions 2. Launch Microsoft Setup • Notes Highlight Microsoft Windows XP Professional and press Enter to start the pre-installed operating system. The instrument performs the following steps: • Windows XP Startup window • Black screen • Windows Please wait message window • Blue Agilent window • The following Welcome window appears giving you information about the End-User License Agreement.
Quick-Start Turning on the EMI Receiver the First Time Steps Actions Notes 3. Reboot and logon • When the instrument restarts, the following message window appears: Press Enter This window appears and covers the LaunchXSA window. NOTE If you do not check the “Do not show this message again” check box, this message will be displayed each time the instrument is turned on. No application will start while this message is displayed.
Quick-Start Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls Steps Actions Notes 6. View a signal a. Press Mode, Spectrum Analyzer. This routes the internal 50 MHz signal to the instrument input. b. Press Input/Output, RF Calibrator, 50 MHz. c. Press FREQ Channel, Center Freq, 50, MHz. d. Press SPAN X Scale, 50, MHz. The 50 MHz reference signal appears on the display. Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls No anti-virus software is shipped with the EMI Receiver.
Quick-Start Shortening the Instrument Power-On Time Shortening the Instrument Power-On Time The instrument desktop includes a shortcut to the ConfigureApplications.exe application that lets you control your instrument power-on configuration. You can set the configuration to pre-load only the applications that you typically run. This can significantly shorten the time it takes for your instrument to power-on. You can also access this functionality by pressing: System, Power On, Configure Applications.
Quick-Start Instrument Information AC power cord The EMI Receiver is equipped with a three-wire power cord, in accordance with international safety standards. This cable grounds the instrument cabinet when connected to an appropriate power line outlet. The cable appropriate to the original shipping location is included with the instrument. See: http://www.agilent.com/find/powercords CAUTION Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product.
Quick-Start Instrument Information Instrument Maintenance Cleaning the instrument WARNING To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the instrument from mains before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally. Cleaning Connectors Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument power cord removed, and in a well-ventilated area.
Quick-Start Instrument Information Battery Information The EMI Receiver uses a lithium battery located on the CPU board. This is not an operator replaceable part. See “Returning an EMI Receiver for Service” on page 105. Replaceable parts must be approved or supplied by Agilent Technologies. You can order the service documentation for the instrument through your Agilent Sales and Service office. WARNING Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Quick-Start Instrument Information • Be sure that all instruments are properly earth-grounded to prevent build-up of static charge. • Perform work on all components or assemblies at a static-safe workstation. • Keep static-generating materials at least one meter away from all components. • Store or transport components in static-shielding containers. • Always handle printed circuit board assemblies by the edges.
Agilent X-Series Signal Analyzers Getting Started Guide 2 Front and Rear Panel Features This section describes the following features: “Front-Panel Features” on page 26 “Display Annotations” on page 33 “Rear-Panel Features” on page 35 “Front and Rear Panel Symbols” on page 37 25
Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features Front-Panel Features Item Description # Name 1 Menu Keys Key labels appear to the left of the menu keys to identify the current function of each key. The displayed functions are dependent on the currently selected Mode and Measurement, and are directly related to the most recent key press. 2 Instrument Setup Keys These keys set the parameters used for making measurements in the current Mode and Measurement.
Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features Item Description # Name 8 Back Space Key Press this key to delete the previous character when entering alphanumeric information. It also works as the Back key in Help and Explorer windows. 9 Delete Key Press this key to delete files or to perform other deletion tasks. 10 USB Connectors Standard USB 2.0 ports, Type A. Connect to external peripherals such as a mouse, keyboard, DVD drive, or hard drive.
Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features Item Description # Name 17 Ctrl Key Ctrl works the same as a PC keyboard. Use it to navigate in Windows applications or to select multiple items in lists. 18 Select / Space Key Select is also the Space key and it has typical PC functionality. For example, in Windows dialogs, it selects files, checks and unchecks check boxes, and picks radio button choices. It opens a highlighted Help topic.
Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features Overview of key types The keys labeled FREQ Channel, System, and Marker Functions are all examples of front-panel keys. Most of the dark or light gray keys access menus of functions that are displayed along the right side of the display. These displayed key labels are next to a column of keys called menu keys. Menu keys list functions based on which front-panel key was pressed last.
Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features When a menu first appears, one key label is highlighted to show which key is the default selection. If you press Marker Function, the Marker Function Off key is the menu default key, and is highlighted. Some of the menu keys are grouped together by a yellow bar running behind the keys near the left side or by a yellow border around the group of keys.
Front and Rear Panel Features Front-Panel Features In some key menus, a key label is highlighted to show which key has been selected from multiple available choices, and the menu is immediately exited when you press one of the other keys. For example, when you press the Select Trace key (in the Trace/Detector menu), it brings up its own menu of keys. The Trace 1 key is highlighted. When you press the Trace 2 key, the highlight moves to that key and the screen returns to the Trace/Detector menu.
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Front and Rear Panel Features Display Annotations Display Annotations This section describes the display annotation as it is on the EMI Receiver display. Other measurement application modes have some annotation differences. Item 1 Description Function Keys Measurement bar - Shows general measurement settings and information. All the keys in the Setup part of the front panel. Indicates single/continuous measurement. Some measurements include limits that the data is tested against.
Front and Rear Panel Features Display Annotations Item Description 5 Settings panel - displays system information that is not specific to any one application. • • • • • Function Keys Input/Output status - green LXI indicates the LAN is connected. RLTS indicate Remote, Listen, Talk, SRQ Input impedance and coupling Amplitude Correction Status Frequency reference selection Setting of automatic internal alignment routine Local and System, I/O Config Input/Output, Amplitude, System and others.
Front and Rear Panel Features Rear-Panel Features Rear-Panel Features EMI Receiver Item # 1 Description Name EXT REF IN Input for an external frequency reference signal: 1 to 50 MHz 2 GPIB A General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB, IEEE 488.1) connection that can be used for remote instrument operation. 3 USB Connector USB 2.0 port, Type B. USB TMC (test and measurement class) connects to an external pc controller to control the instrument and for data transfers over a 480 Mbps link.
Front and Rear Panel Features Rear-Panel Features Item # Description Name 10 TRIGGER 2 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the instrument. Configurable from the Input/Output keys. 11 TRIGGER 1 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the instrument. Configurable from the Input/Output keys. 12 Sync Reserved for future use. 13 TRIGGER 2 IN Allows external triggering of measurements.
Front and Rear Panel Features Front and Rear Panel Symbols 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 X-Series Signal Analyzers Getting Started Guide 3 Using the EMC32 Software The MXE is designed to be compatible with EMC32 software. The following section contains the details for configuring the instrument and software.
Using the EMC32 Software How to Set Up and Run the EMC32 Software How to Set Up and Run the EMC32 Software To be compatible with the EMC32 software, the MXE EMI Receiver must behave like the R&S ESU. The following procedure details the steps necessary to correctly configure the instrument to emulate the ESU. Configuring the MXE Step Action 1. MXE connection • 2. Set the MXE GPIB address a. Press System, I/O Config, GPIB 3.
Agilent X-Series Signal Analyzers Getting Started Guide 4 Instrument Operating System This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows XP configuration and the settings used with the Agilent instrument software. It includes information about changing some of the system settings. And it describes the Windows operating system configuration and the software installations that are present on the Hard Disk Drive when the instrument leaves the factory.
Instrument Operating System Agilent Software Installed Agilent Software Installed Agilent signal analyzer software The N9060B Agilent Spectrum Analyzer Measurement Application software is installed in the instrument. Additional measurement applications are available. Each application requires a license to execute the software. All of these applications are installed by the factory at the time of manufacture, even if the licenses have not been purchased. You may purchase additional licenses at a later date.
Instrument Operating System User Accounts User Accounts User login The default user account that ships from the factory is “Instrument” with the password “measure4u”. This user is a member of the Power Users group.
Instrument Operating System Agilent X-Series EMI Receiver Licensing 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.
Instrument Operating System Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase Example: N9071A-TRL If a product has multiple tiers (levels of functionality), the –TRL license enables all tiers for the duration of the license. If you have a base tier and want a trial license for a higher tier, you can install the –TRL license. When the duration expires the entitlement is reverted back to the base tier.
Instrument Operating System Licensing New Measurement Application Software - After Initial Purchase Step Action 3. Load the license file • Notes Connect the USB storage device to Windows will detect the new one of the EMI Receiver USB hardware and may display the ports. configuration menu. The instrument will automatically load the license file. (This may take a few minutes) Upon completion, the Agilent License Manager will display a “Successful License Installation” message.
Instrument Operating System Windows Configuration Windows Configuration The Windows settings have been optimized for the best measurement performance. Any modifications to these settings may degrade instrument performance and measurement speed. In general, most Windows System settings (typically set through the Windows Control Panel) should not be modified. Those that can be safely modified are listed below.
Instrument Operating System Windows Configuration You may use this feature 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 instrument performance, screen displays, and measurement speed. Do NOT use this feature To do this...
Instrument Operating System Windows Configuration Do NOT use this feature To do this... Do not change the Regional Options tab settings (Standards and formats, or Location). Do not change the Language tab settings (Text services and input languages). Do not delete or modify the “AgilentOnly” user account. In addition, DO NOT: • Add, delete, or modify disk drive partitions. • Delete or modify Agilent registry entries.
Instrument Operating System Configuring Printers Configuring Printers Printers are configured using the Microsoft Windows Control Panel. It is easily accessed from the Windows Start menu or from under the front panel System key. This setup process is most easily done using a USB mouse and an external keyboard. If you do not have a mouse it can be done using front-panel keys. See “Navigating Windows Without a Mouse” on page 66.
Instrument Operating System Windows Security Windows Security Microsoft recommends the following to ensure the instrument's Windows XP 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 instrument, open the Windows Security Center, click Start, Control Panel, and then click Security Center.
Instrument Operating System Windows Security Windows Firewall The instrument is shipped with the Windows Firewall enabled. NOTE The window may look slightly different on your instrument. Windows Firewall Exceptions for programs and ports have been added to allow proper operation of the instrument over a network. Modifying these settings may cause the instrument to not operate properly.
Instrument Operating System Windows Security NOTE Be aware that downloading and installing Windows Updates can be network and CPU usage intensive (impacting the instrument performance), and some Windows Updates automatically reboot the instrument. It is recommended that Windows Updates be performed when the instrument is not in normal use. Virus protection There is no antivirus software included with your instrument. Antivirus application software has been tested to be compatible with the instrument.
Instrument Operating System Windows Security Spyware protection There is no anti-spyware software installed on the instrument. This should not be a problem if you do not use the instrument for a lot of internet browsing. Having spyware in the instrument could have an impact on the instrument performance.
Instrument Operating System System Maintenance System Maintenance Backup It is recommended that you have a regular backup strategy. Your IT department may already have a backup strategy in place which is suitable for the instrument and its data. Using the Agilent Recovery system in conjunction with a regular backup strategy should allow full recovery of the instrument data. Windows XP has a Backup utility that you can use to archive files and folders in case of a hard disk drive failure.
Instrument Operating System USB Connections USB Connections All of the USB ports are compatible with the USB 2.0 and 1.1 specification. The two USB ports on the front panel (see graphic below) and four of the USB ports on the rear panel are USB Series “A” ports. These are ports to which you can connect USB mass storage devices and printers. The instrument USB Host support includes the standard Microsoft Windows XP USB class drivers for human interface, mass storage, printing, scanning, and imaging devices.
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Partitioning and Use Agilent Technologies does not support or warrant correct instrument operation if additional USB drivers from third parties are installed in the instrument. It is possible that additional drivers could break the normal USB operation. If USB operation is broken, recovery would require reinstalling the instrument application using the hard drive recovery process.
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Partitioning and Use Backing-up the factory calibration data To back-up the factory calibration data you will need a USB mouse and storage device and follow the step below. Step Notes 1. Insert the mouse in one of the instrument USB ports 2. Insert the USB memory device in one of the instrument USB ports. 3. Press System, Alignments, Backup or Restore Align Data... 4.
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Recovery Process Disk Drive Recovery Process The Agilent Recovery System can be used to repair errors on the instrument's C: drive partition or to restore the original factory configuration of the system software. 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.
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Recovery Process Using the instrument recovery system Step Notes 1. Make sure the instrument is turned off. 2. Turn on the instrument. • Press the down arrow key to move the highlight to 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.
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Recovery Process NOTE After the final reboot, you might see an error dialog box appear on the XSA applications’s splash screen. This typically occurs when there is a significant difference between the software version installed prior to performing the recovery and the version restored by the recovery. For example, recovering from version A.02.06 to A.01.57 will often cause this to occur.
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Recovery Process Removing the Software Step Action 4. When prompted to completely remove a. Select Yes. Select OK to any the selected application and all of its pop-up windows that appear. features b. When the software uninstall is complete, select Finish. 5. Wait for the instrument to restart.
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Recovery Process Installing the Software Step Notes A window appears showing the extraction process. Following the extraction screen, there may be a short period where there is no activity on the screen. The desk top may be displayed for a short period. Follow the on-screen prompts to continue the installation. WARNING NOTE When you see the message Programming FPGAs...
Instrument Operating System Disk Drive Recovery Process It is possible a newer version of the instrument software is available on the web at http://www.agilent.com/find/mxe_software. NOTE 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 X-Series Signal Analyzers Getting Started Guide 5 NOTE Using Microsoft Windows XP The capabilities described in this section are Microsoft Windows XP features. The discussion provided here gives some guidelines for using the capabilities with the instrument. You need to refer to the Windows XP 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.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Navigating Windows Without a Mouse 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.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Navigating Windows Without a Mouse Using the interactive Help system without a mouse To open the Help window for any menu Navigation Tabs Choose the desired menu, then press the front panel green Help key.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Navigating Windows Without a Mouse Navigating Acrobat (PDF) without a mouse When you open an Acrobat (PDF) document, it is displayed in the Adobe Reader Window, which appears as shown below. Navigation Pane Navigation Pane In the navigation pane Document Pane In the document pane To go to next or previous Bookmark: Press the Up or Down Arrow To scroll up or down: Press the Up or Down Arrow key. key.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Navigating Windows Without a Mouse In the navigation pane In the document pane To select Thumbnails, and Display pages (from Pages Tab): Press the Left/Right/Up/Down keys to navigate, then press Enter to display a selected Page. To go to a specific page: Press the Next Window key to open the Go to Page dialog, then enter the page number using the Numeric keypad, and press Enter.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Windows Remote Desktop is recommended for remote control of the instrument. It offers fully-interactive control, that is almost identical to direct face-to-face control of the instrument. You can also remotely control the instrument using the Embedded Web Server interface.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Basic setup for remote desktop operation Setting up a remote desktop connection Step Action 1. To perform this operation a. On the instrument, open the Windows successfully, you must have Control Panel. Administrator level access to b. From the instrument application, press the instrument. System, Control Panel, or, From the Windows Desktop, click Start, Control Panel. 2. Select System a.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Setting up a remote desktop connection Step Action 1. To add users a. Click Select Remote Users, Add. b. Follow the on screen instructions. Setting up the remote computer The procedure depends on whether the Remote Computer to be set up is running Windows XP, or another version of Microsoft Windows.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely How to locate the computer name of the instrument To connect a remote computer to the instrument, you need to know its Computer Name. The Computer Name can be displayed as follows: Locating the name from the Agilent application Step • Notes On the instrument front panel, press A page listing various parameters System, Show, System. appears.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Locating the name from the Windows desktop (without a mouse): Step Notes 4. In Category View, press Tab to select The System Properties dialog is Performance and Maintenance, then displayed. press the Tab again to select System, or, in Classic View, press the Tab and the Arrow keys to select System, then press Enter. 5. Press Ctrl+Tab until the Computer Name tab is selected.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Starting a session Step Notes 1. Click Start > All Programs > A Remote Desktop Connection dialog Accessories > Communications > appears: Remote Desktop Connection. 2. Enter the computer name of the instrument. NOTE 3. Click Connect. A login dialog box appears. 4. Enter the login account name and password.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely 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. You may choose to enter the password and save it for future sessions, by checking the Save my password box.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Step Notes 3. Click the Display tab. a. Under Remote desktop size, you may select the size of the window in which the instrument 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 instrument display not being fully visible. In such circumstances, scroll bars do not appear, so portions of the display are not accessible. b.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Step Notes 4. Click the Local Resources tab. a. Selecting the Disk Drives checkbox enables you to transfer data between the remote desktop and the local PC. b. To transfer data, click Start on the task bar of the remote computer, then click My Computer. Explorer opens on the remote computer and displays the drives of both the remote computer and the local computer. You can now copy and paste between the two disk drives.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Accessing menus for Remote Desktop operation Using the mouse, right-click the application display window to access the following remote desktop menus, which may be used as an alternative to the front-panel keys:. The function of each selection in the menu is generally identical to that of the corresponding front-panel key.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Keycode commands for Remote Desktop operation When using the instrument in remote desktop mode, the following combinations of remote keyboard keys can be used to perform the operation of the instrument front-panel keys.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Keycode commands To initiate the following front-panel key: Press these keys on the remote computer keyboard: Del Delete Down Arrow Down Arrow Enter Enter (Return) File Ctrl+Shift+L 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+Alt+K Marker -> Ctrl+Alt+N Marker Function Ctrl+Alt+F
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Keycode commands To initiate the following front-panel 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 Sc
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Keycode commands To initiate the following front-panel key: Press these keys on the remote computer keyboard: 5 5a 6 6a 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.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely The Virtual Front Panel The Virtual Front Panel is a software equivalent of the front-panel key set, which provides another alternate method for instrument control. It may be displayed in a separate window on the instrument (or remote desktop) display. NOTE The Virtual Front Panel is also available when using the instrument directly, provided that a mouse or other pointing device is attached to it.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely The instrument can be controlled using either the Embedded Web Server or Windows Remote Desktop. The Embedded Web Server is a good solution when you do not want to log into the instrument's user account. This allows you to view the display or control the instrument, without logging the current user off.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Accessing the instrument Step Notes 2. Click Advanced information about this Web-Enabled MXE This displays further settings and configuration information. At the left side of the page are a set of tabs that provide access to configuration information for the instrument, plus the ability to control it through the web interface.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Selecting the View and Modify Configuration tab Step Notes 1. Click Verify and Modify Configuration. This displays a web page, which shows the instrument’s currently-assigned IP address and other TCP/IP parameters. 2. Click on either of the Modify Configuration buttons. A password entry dialog appears. By default, this password is set at the factory as “agilent”. However, you may subsequently change the password.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Selecting the View and Modify Configuration tab Step Notes 3. Enter new settings as required, then click Apply to cause the new settings to take effect. Before clicking Apply, you may use the Undo Changes button to revert all settings to their previous values. 4. Use Start Identify and Stop Identify to enable and disable the LXI status indicator in the instrument.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Accessing the Web Control SA tab Selecting this tab lets you view, control and interact with the instrument through the web server. Step Notes 1. Click Control A password entry dialog appears. By default, this password is set at the factory as “agilent”. However, you may subsequently change the password. (Press System, I/O Config, Reset Web Password on the instrument front panel to change the password.
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Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Selecting the Get Data tab Selecting the Get Data tab allows you to capture results from the instrument’s currently active measurement. Depending on the current measurement type, captured results consist of either Trace Data or Measurement Results. NOTE To capture data using the web server, the instrument application must be running.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Selecting the Get Image tab Selecting the Get Image tab captures a screen image from the Instrument display. NOTE To capture a screen image using the web server, the Instrument Application must be running. The image is captured as a Portable Network Graphics (PNG) file, to the default file name Screen.png. The image file can be saved to the client computer hard disk, or copied to the Windows clipboard.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Selecting the SCPI Telnet tab Selecting the SCPI Telnet tab opens a Telnet session between the instrument and the client computer. The instrument TCP/IP port used for SCPI access is 5023. NOTE To run a SCPI Telnet session, the instrument application must be running. Step Notes 1. Click SCPI Telnet A password entry dialog appears. By default, this password is set at the factory as “agilent”.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Step Notes SCPI commands and queries may be entered using the command line interface. 3. To exit the telnet session, press Ctrl+] on the client computer keyboard.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Instruments Remotely Selecting the Help tab Selecting the Help tab displays basic help information about each of the other tabs, plus performance tips, as shown: 95
Using Microsoft Windows XP Capturing/Printing Displays and Windows 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 XP Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks This section provides a list of windows shortcuts (key combinations) that are useful when you operate the instrument without an attached mouse and keyboard. (See also “Navigating Windows Without a Mouse” on page 66.) Although these shortcuts are available in any Windows XP system, they are not commonly used when a mouse and keyboard are attached.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks 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.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks Windows taskbar auto-hide feature The Windows taskbar should always be in the auto-hide mode when using the instrument application. If the taskbar is not set to auto-hide, the lower part of the instrument display is obscured by the taskbar. If a mouse is attached to the instrument, and you move the mouse cursor to the bottom of the display (either deliberately or accidentally), the taskbar automatically appears.
Using Microsoft Windows XP Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks Restoring taskbar auto-hide mode Step Notes 4. Select the Auto-hide the taskbar check box If you are not using a mouse, press Tab repeatedly until the auto-hide option is selected, then press Select to toggle the check box state. 5. Click OK. This applies the change and closes the dialog box. Windows startup folder All Windows XP systems include a special folder, called the Startup folder.
Agilent X-Series Signal Analyzers Getting Started Guide 6 Troubleshooting “Check the Basics” on page 102 “Problems with Microsoft Windows XP” on page 104 “Returning an EMI Receiver for Service” on page 105 WARNING No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers.
Troubleshooting Check the Basics Check the Basics o Is there power at the receptacle? o Is the instrument 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 instrument cooling fans are running. o If other equipment, cables, and connectors are being used with your EMI Receiver, make sure they are connected properly and operating correctly.
Troubleshooting Check the Basics TIP o If the previously performed alignments did not resolve the problem, press System, Alignments, Restore Align Defaults. Then press System, Alignments, Align Now, All. o If the instrument exhibits large amplitude errors (> 10 dB) especially at frequencies above 10 GHz, the microwave preselector might not be properly centered. Press Peak Search, AMPTD Y-Scale, Presel Center.
Troubleshooting Problems with Microsoft Windows XP Problems with Microsoft Windows XP The Microsoft Windows XP operating system settings have been optimized for the best performance. Modification of these settings may degrade instrument performance and measurement speed. Those that can be safely modified are described in “Settings that can be changed” on page 47. The X-Series EMI Receivers operate in an open Windows environment, so you can install software on the instrument.
Troubleshooting Returning an EMI Receiver for Service Returning an EMI Receiver for Service Calling Agilent Technologies Agilent Technologies has offices around the world to provide you with complete support for your instrument. To obtain servicing information or to order replacement parts, contact the nearest Agilent Technologies office listed below. In any correspondence or telephone conversations, refer to your instrument by its product number, full serial number, and software revision.
Troubleshooting Returning an EMI Receiver for Service Read the Warranty The warranty for your instrument is in the front of your Specifications Guide. Please read it and become familiar with its terms. If your instrument is covered by a separate maintenance agreement, please be familiar with its terms. Service Options Agilent Technologies offers several optional maintenance plans to service your instrument after the warranty has expired. Call your Agilent Technologies office for full details.
Troubleshooting Returning an EMI Receiver for Service Step Notes 3. Surround the equipment with three to four inches of packing material and prevent the equipment from moving in the carton. If packing foam is not available, the best alternative is plastic bubble-pak. This material looks like a plastic sheet filled with 1-1/4 inch air bubbles. Use the pink-colored bubble which reduces static electricity.
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Index Tab settings, 48 user accounts, 47 virus protection, 47 Microsoft Windows XP system settings, 47 mouseless help system use, 66 mouseless Windows navigation, 66 MSSQL$CDF service, 49 My Documents location, 57 N N9038A Computer Name, 76 computer name, 73 Domain Name, 76 internet access, 85 popup menus, 79 virtual front panel, 84 web access, 85 windows system, 65 N9060B software, 42 navigating tables, 31 navigating without a mouse, 66 network connection, Microsoft Windows, 47 O operating remotely, 70
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