Agilent Technologies E8257C PSG User's Guide

User’s GuideAgilent TechnologiesPSG Signal GeneratorsThis guide applies to the following signal generator models:E8267C PSG Vector Signal GeneratorE82

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90 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersModifying Header Information in a Modulation FormatThis procedure bu

Chapter 5 91Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File Headers2. Save the information in the Current Inst. Settings column to the

92 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File Headers3. Return to the ARB Setup menu: Press Return.This menu lets you cha

Chapter 5 93Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersFigure 5-3 ARB Setup Softkey Menu and Marker UtilitiesDual ARB Playe

94 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersFigure 5-4 Differing Values between Header and Current Setting Colum

Chapter 5 95Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersStoring Header Information for a Dual ARB Player Waveform SequenceWh

96 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersViewing Header Information with the Dual ARB Player OffOne of the di

Chapter 5 97Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersViewing Header Information for a Different Waveform FileWhile a wave

98 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersPlaying a Waveform File that Contains a HeaderAfter a waveform file

Chapter 5 99Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing the Dual ARB Waveform PlayerUsing the Dual ARB Waveform PlayerThe dual arbitrary (ARB) waveform pla

11 Signal Generator OverviewIn the following sections, this chapter describes the models, options, and features available for Agilent PSG signal gener

100 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing the Dual ARB Waveform PlayerCreating Waveform SegmentsThere are two ways to provide waveform segme

Chapter 5 101Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing the Dual ARB Waveform PlayerGenerating the Second WaveformUse the following steps to generate a ne

102 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing the Dual ARB Waveform PlayerPlaying a WaveformYou can play a waveform sequence or a waveform segme

Chapter 5 103Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing the Dual ARB Waveform PlayerYou have now changed the number of repetitions for each waveform segme

104 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform MarkersUsing Waveform MarkersWaveform markers provide auxiliary output signals that are s

Chapter 5 105Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform MarkersTo Place Repetitively Spaced Markers within a Waveform SegmentIf you have not crea

106 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform MarkersTo Toggle Markers in an Existing Waveform SequenceIn a waveform sequence, you can

Chapter 5 107Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform MarkersTo Toggle Markers As You Create a Waveform SequenceYou can combine waveform segmen

108 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform MarkersWaveform Marker ConceptsThe Dual Arb mode of the signal generator has four markers

Chapter 5 109Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform MarkersTable 5-2 Marker 2 and EVENT 2Marker FileBit 2Waveform point npoint n+1 point n+2

2 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewSignal Generator Models and FeaturesSignal Generator Models and FeaturesTable 1-1 lists the available PSG signal g

110 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform MarkersA waveform sequence comprises waveform segments. When you combine segments to form

Chapter 5 111Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform TriggersUsing Waveform TriggersThe dual arbitrary waveform generator includes several dif

112 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform ClippingUsing Waveform Clipping Clipping limits power peaks in waveform segments by clipp

Chapter 5 113Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform ClippingWaveform Clipping ConceptsWaveforms with high power peaks can cause intermodulati

114 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform ClippingAs shown in Figure 5-12., simultaneous positive and negative peaks in the I and Q

Chapter 5 115Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform ClippingHow Peaks Cause Spectral RegrowthBecause of the relative infrequency of high powe

116 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform ClippingHow Clipping Reduces Peak-to-Average PowerYou can reduce peak-to-average power, a

Chapter 5 117Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform ClippingFigure 5-16 Rectangular Clipping

118 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorUsing Waveform ClippingFigure 5-17 Reduction of Peak-to-Average Power

1196 Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorThis chapter describes the Custom Arb Waveform Generator mode which is available only in E8267C PSG vector signal ge

Chapter 1 3Signal Generator OverviewSignal Generator Models and FeaturesE8257C PSG Analog Signal Generator FeaturesAn E8257C PSG analog signal generat

120 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorOverviewOverviewCustom Arb Waveform Generator mode can produce a single modulated carrier or multiple modula

Chapter 6 121Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Predefined Setups (Modes)Working with Predefined Setups (Modes)When you select a predefined mod

122 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with User-Defined Setups (Modes)-Custom Arb OnlyWorking with User-Defined Setups (Modes)−Custom Arb

Chapter 6 123Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with User-Defined Setups (Modes)-Custom Arb OnlyCustomizing a Multicarrier SetupIn this procedure, y

124 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with User-Defined Setups (Modes)-Custom Arb OnlyRecalling a User-Defined Custom Digital Modulation S

Chapter 6 125Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with FiltersWorking with FiltersThis section provides information on using predefined (page 126) and

126 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Filters• Filter Alpha enables you to adjust the filter alpha for a Nyquist or root Nyquist filt

Chapter 6 127Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with FiltersRestoring Default FIR Filter Parameters1. Preset the instrument: Press Preset.2. Press M

128 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Filters7. Press Display Impulse Response. A graph displays the impulse response of the current

Chapter 6 129Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with FiltersTo Create a User-Defined FIR Filter with the FIR Values EditorIn this procedure, you use

4 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewOptionsE8267C PSG Vector Signal Generator FeaturesAn E8267C PSG vector signal generator provides all the functiona

130 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Filters6. Use the numeric keypad to type the first value (−0.000076) from the following table a

Chapter 6 131Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Filtersreal-time waveform generation, and 512 symbols for arbitrary waveform generation. The nu

132 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Filters

Chapter 6 133Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Symbol RatesWorking with Symbol RatesThe Symbol Rate menu enables you to set the rate at which

134 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Symbol RatesModulation TypeBits Per SymbolBit Rate = Symbols/s x Number of Bits/SymbolInternal

Chapter 6 135Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Symbol RatesQAMQuadrature Amplitude Modulation4QAM 2 90 bps − 100 Mbps 45 sps − 50 Msps 45 sps

136 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Modulation TypesWorking with Modulation TypesThe Modulation Type menu enables you to specify th

Chapter 6 137Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Modulation TypesTo Use a User-Defined Modulation Type (Real Time I/Q Only)Creating a 128QAM I/Q

138 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Modulation Types4. Press Return > Goto Row > 0011 0000 > Enter; this is row 48.5. Pres

Chapter 6 139Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Modulation TypesCreating a QPSK I/Q Modulation Type User File with the I/Q Values EditorIn I/Q

Chapter 1 5Signal Generator OverviewModes of OperationModes of OperationAll PSG signal generator models can be used in CW mode:• CW mode produces a si

140 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Modulation Types6. Press More (1 of 2) > Load/Store > Store To File.If there is already a

Chapter 6 141Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Modulation TypesCreating an FSK Modulation Type User File with the Frequency Values EditorUse t

142 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorWorking with Modulation TypesModifying a Predefined FSK Modulation Type User File with the Frequency Values

Chapter 6 143Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorConfiguring HardwareConfiguring Hardware• “To Set the ARB Reference” see page 144To Set a Delayed, Positive

144 Chapter 6Custom Arb Waveform GeneratorConfiguring Hardware11. On the signal generator, press Mode > Custom > Arb Waveform Generator > Dig

1457 Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandThis chapter describes the Custom Real Time I/Q Baseband mode which is available only in E8267C PSG vector signal ge

146 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandOverviewOverviewCustom Real Time I/Q Baseband mode can produce a single carrier, but it can be modulated wit

Chapter 7 147Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Data PatternsWorking with Data PatternsThis section provides information on the following:• “Us

148 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Data PatternsUsing a Predefined Data PatternSelecting a Predefined PN Sequence Data Pattern1. P

Chapter 7 149Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Data PatternsUsing a User-Defined Data PatternUser Files (user-defined data pattern files) can

6 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewFront PanelFront PanelFigure 1-1 shows the E8267C PSG vector signal generator front panel with a list of items cal

150 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Data Patterns3. Enter the 32 bit values shown using the numeric keypad.Bit data is entered into

Chapter 7 151Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Data PatternsModifying an Existing Data Pattern User FileIn this example, you learn how to modi

152 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Data PatternsInverting the Bit Values of an Existing Data Pattern User File1. Press 1011.This i

Chapter 7 153Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Burst ShapesWorking with Burst Shapes• “Configuring the Burst Rise and Fall Parameters” on page

154 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Burst ShapesBurst shape maximum rise and fall time values are affected by the following factors

Chapter 7 155Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Burst ShapesUsing User-Defined Burst Shape CurvesYou can adjust the shape of the rise time curv

156 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Burst ShapesFigure 7-15. Press More (1 of 2) > Display Burst Shape.This displays a graphical

Chapter 7 157Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Burst Shapes7. Enter a file name (for example, NEWBURST) using the alpha keys and the numeric k

158 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandConfiguring HardwareConfiguring Hardware• “To Set the BBG Reference” on page 158• “To Set the External DATA

Chapter 7 159Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandConfiguring HardwareTo Set the External DATA CLOCK to Receive Input as Either Normal or Symbol1. Press Mode

Chapter 1 7Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel1. DisplayThe LCD screen provides information on the current function. Information can include status i

160 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Phase PolarityWorking with Phase PolarityTo Set Phase Polarity to Normal or Inverted1. Press Mo

Chapter 7 161Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data Encodingsymbols can be differentially encoded during the modulation process b

162 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data EncodingDifferential Data EncodingIn real-time I/Q baseband digital modulatio

Chapter 7 163Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data EncodingHow Differential Encoding WorksDifferential encoding employs offsets

164 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data EncodingWhen applied to the user-defined default 4QAM I/Q map, starting from

Chapter 7 165Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data EncodingUsing Differential EncodingDifferential encoding is a digital-encodin

166 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data EncodingAccessing the Differential State Map Editor•Press Configure Different

Chapter 7 167Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data Encoding4. Press 0 > Enter.This encodes the fourth symbol by adding a symb

168 Chapter 7Custom Real Time I/Q BasebandWorking with Differential Data Encoding

1698 Multitone Waveform GeneratorThis chapter describes the Multitone mode, which is available only in E8267C PSG vector signal generators.This chapte

8 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel8. TriggerInitiates an immediate trigger event for a function such as a list, step, or ramp sweep (Opti

170 Chapter 8Multitone Waveform GeneratorOverviewOverviewThe multitone mode builds a waveform that has up to 64 CW signals, or tones. Using the Multit

Chapter 8 171Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone WaveformsCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone WaveformsThi

172 Chapter 8Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone WaveformsThe multitone signal should be available at the signal g

Chapter 8 173Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone Waveforms7. Set the attenuation to 14 dB, so you’re not overdrivi

174 Chapter 8Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone Waveforms6. Press Edit Item > -10 > dB.7. Highlight the val

Chapter 8 175Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone WaveformsFigure 8-5To Minimize Carrier FeedthroughThis procedure

176 Chapter 8Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone Waveforms4. Press Q Offset and turn the rotary knob to further re

Chapter 8 177Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone WaveformsTo Determine Peak to Average CharacteristicsThis procedu

178 Chapter 8Multitone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Optimizing Multitone Waveforms10. Press Done.11. Press Apply Multitone.12. Press More

1799 Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorIn the following sections, this chapter describes the Two Tone mode, which is available only in E8267C PSG vector sign

Chapter 1 9Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel12. EXT 2 INPUTThis female BNC input connector (E8257C and E8267C only) accepts a ±1Vp signal for AM, F

180 Chapter 9Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorOverviewOverviewThe two-tone mode builds a waveform that has two equal-powered CW signals, or tones. The defau

Chapter 9 181Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Modifying Two-Tone WaveformsCreating, Viewing, and Modifying Two-Tone WaveformsThis sec

182 Chapter 9Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Modifying Two-Tone WaveformsFigure 9-2To View a Two-Tone WaveformThis procedure describ

Chapter 9 183Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Modifying Two-Tone WaveformsFigure 9-3CarrierFeedthrough IntermodulationDistortionTwo-T

184 Chapter 9Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Modifying Two-Tone WaveformsTo Minimize Carrier FeedthroughThis procedure describes how

Chapter 9 185Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Modifying Two-Tone WaveformsFigure 9-4Minimized Delta MarkerMain MarkerCarrierFeedthrou

186 Chapter 9Two-Tone Waveform GeneratorCreating, Viewing, and Modifying Two-Tone WaveformsTo Change the Alignment of a Two-Tone WaveformThis procedur

18710 TroubleshootingThis chapter provides basic troubleshooting information for Agilent PSG signal generators. If you do not find a solution here, re

188 Chapter 10Troubleshooting

Chapter 10 189TroubleshootingRF Output Power ProblemsRF Output Power ProblemsCheck the RF ON/OFF annunciator on the display. If it reads RF OFF, press

ii NoticeThe material contained in this document is provided “as is”, and is subject to being changed, without notice, in future editions.Further, to

10 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel18. RF OUTPUTThis connector is the output for RF and microwave signals. The nominal output impedance i

190 Chapter 10TroubleshootingRF Output Power ProblemsSignal Loss While Working with a MixerIf you experience signal loss at the signal generator’s RF

Chapter 10 191TroubleshootingRF Output Power ProblemsFigure 10-2 Reverse Power SolutionCompared to the original configuration, the ALC level is 10 dB

192 Chapter 10TroubleshootingRF Output Power ProblemsSignal Loss While Working with a Spectrum AnalyzerThe effects of reverse power can cause problems

Chapter 10 193TroubleshootingNo Modulation at the RF OutputThere are three power search modes: manual, automatic, and span.When Power Search is set to

194 Chapter 10TroubleshootingSweep ProblemsSweep ProblemsSweep Appears to be StalledThe current status of the sweep is indicated as a shaded rectangle

Chapter 10 195TroubleshootingSweep ProblemsIncorrect List Sweep Dwell TimeIf the signal generator does not dwell for the correct period of time at eac

196 Chapter 10TroubleshootingData Storage ProblemsData Storage ProblemsRegisters With Previously Stored Instrument States are EmptyThe save/recall reg

Chapter 10 197TroubleshootingCannot Turn Off Help ModeCannot Turn Off Help Mode1. Press Utility > Instrument Info/Help Mode 2. Press Help Mode Sing

198 Chapter 10TroubleshootingSignal Generator Locks UpSignal Generator Locks UpIf the signal generator is locked up, check the following:• Make sure t

Chapter 10 199TroubleshootingSignal Generator Locks Up3. Release the Preset key.4. To continue with the sequence, press Continue (to abort with no los

Chapter 1 11Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel10Vp. The nominal input impedance is 50Ω. On signal generators with Option 1EM, this input is relocate

200 Chapter 10TroubleshootingError MessagesError MessagesIf an error condition occurs in the signal generator, it is reported to both the front panel

Chapter 10 201TroubleshootingError MessagesError Message FormatWhen accessing error messages through the front panel display error queue, the error nu

202 Chapter 10TroubleshootingError MessagesError Message TypesEvents do not generate more than one type of error. For example, an event that generates

Chapter 10 203TroubleshootingReturning a Signal Generator to Agilent TechnologiesReturning a Signal Generator to Agilent TechnologiesTo return your si

204 Chapter 10TroubleshootingReturning a Signal Generator to Agilent Technologies

Index 205IndexSymbolsΦM, 81Numerics10 MHz connectors, 24128QAM I/Q modulation, creating, 1371410, application note, 170, 180AAC power receptacle, 18AC

Index206Indexcontinuouslist sweep, 36step sweep, 33wave RF output, 28contrast adjustments (display), 11correction array (user flatness)configuration,

Index 207Indexfront panel description, 6–16FSKfiles, 52modulation, 136, 141, 142GGATE/PULSE/TRIGGER INPUT connector, 10Gaussian filter, selecting, 126

Index208Indexmicrowave amplifier, 47mixer, signal loss while using, 190mm-wave source moduleextending frequency range with, 47leveling with, 63user fl

Index 209Indexrectangular clipping, 112referenceamplitude, setting, 30frequency, setting, 29oscillator bandwidth, adjusting, 76registers, 54, 55remote

12 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel33. I/Q INPUTSThese female BNC input connectors (E8267C only) accept an externally supplied, analog, I

Index210Indexuser-definedburst shape curves, 155data patterns, 149files, 52filters, 127, 129modulation typecustom arb, 122real time I/Q, 137, 165Vvect

Chapter 1 13Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel DisplayFront Panel DisplayFigure 1-2 shows the front panel display. The LCD screen displays data fiel

14 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel Display3. AnnunciatorsThe display annunciators show the status of some of the signal generator functi

Chapter 1 15Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel DisplayMOD ON/OFF This annunciator (E8257C and E8267C only) which is always present on the display,

16 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewFront Panel DisplayUNLOCK This annunciator appears when any of the phase locked loops are unable to maintain ph

Chapter 1 17Signal Generator OverviewRear PanelRear PanelThe signal generator rear panel (Figure 1-3) provides input, output, and remote interface con

18 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewRear Panel1. AC Power ReceptacleThe ac line voltage is connected here. The power cord receptacle accepts a three-

Chapter 1 19Signal Generator OverviewRear Panel5. STOP SWEEP IN/OUTThis female BNC connector (Option 007 only) provides an open-collector, TTL-compati

Contentsiii1. Signal Generator Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewRear Panel11. EVENT 1This female BNC connector (E8267C only) is used with an internal baseband generator (Option

Chapter 1 21Signal Generator OverviewRear Panel15. AUXILIARY I/OThis female 37-pin connector (E8267C only) is active only on instruments with an inter

22 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewRear Panel16. Digital BusThis is a proprietary bus used for Agilent Baseband Studio products, which require an E8

Chapter 1 23Signal Generator OverviewRear Panel21. I-bar OUTThis female BNC connector (E8267C only) can be used with an internal baseband generator (O

24 Chapter 1Signal Generator OverviewRear Panel25. SMI (SOURCE MODULE INTERFACE)This interface is used to connect to compatible Agilent Technologies 8

252 Basic OperationIn the following sections, this chapter describes operations common to all Agilent PSG signal generators:• “Using Table Editors” on

26 Chapter 2Basic OperationUsing Table EditorsUsing Table EditorsTable editors simplify configuration tasks, such as creating a list sweep. This secti

Chapter 2 27Basic OperationUsing Table EditorsTable Editor SoftkeysThe following table editor softkeys are used to load, navigate, modify, and store t

28 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputConfiguring the RF OutputThis section provides information on how to create continuous wave and sw

Chapter 2 29Basic OperationConfiguring the RF Output6. Press the up arrow key.Each press of the up arrow key increases the frequency by the increment

Contents iv30. Display Contrast Increase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1131

30 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputSetting the RF Output Amplitude1. Preset the signal generator: Press Preset.The AMPLITUDE area of

Chapter 2 31Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputConfiguring a Swept RF OutputA PSG signal generator has up to three sweep types: step sweep, list

32 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputUsing Step SweepStep sweep provides a linear progression through the start-to-stop frequency and/o

Chapter 2 33Basic OperationConfiguring the RF Output11. Press Return > Sweep > Freq & Ampl.This sets the step sweep to sweep both frequency

34 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputUsing List SweepList sweep enables you to create a list of arbitrary frequency, amplitude, and dwe

Chapter 2 35Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputTo Edit List Sweep Points1. Press Return > Sweep > Off.Turning the sweep off allows you to e

36 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputTo Configure a Single List Sweep1. Press Return > Sweep > Freq & AmplThis turns the swee

Chapter 2 37Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputUsing Ramp Sweep (Option 007)Ramp sweep provides a linear progression through the start-to-stop fr

38 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputConfiguring a Frequency Sweep1. Set up the equipment as shown in Figure 2-2.NOTE The PSG signal ge

Chapter 2 39Basic OperationConfiguring the RF Output6. Preset either instrument.Presetting one of the instruments should automatically preset the othe

Contentsv22. Q OUT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputFigure 2-3 Bandpass Filter Response on 8757DUsing Markers1. Press Markers.This opens a table edito

Chapter 2 41Basic OperationConfiguring the RF Output4. Move the cursor back to marker 0 and press Delta Ref Set > Marker Delta Off On to On.In the

42 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputFigure 2-5 Delta Markers on 8757D6. Press Turn Off Markers.All active markers turn off. Refer to t

Chapter 2 43Basic OperationConfiguring the RF Output3. Press Sweep Time to Manual > 5 > sec.In auto mode, the sweep time automatically sets to t

44 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputFigure 2-6 Alternating Sweeps on 8757DConfiguring an Amplitude Sweep1. Press Return > Sweep >

Chapter 2 45Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputConfiguring a Ramp Sweep for a Master/Slave SetupThis procedure shows you how to configure two PSG

46 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputFigure 2-8 RS-232 Pin Configuration2. Set up the slave PSG’s frequency and power settings.By setti

Chapter 2 47Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputExtending the Frequency Range with a mm-Wave Source ModuleThe RF output frequency of the signal ge

48 Chapter 2Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputFigure 2-9 Setup for E8247C PSG and E8257C PSG without Option 1EASetting the Signal Generator1. Tu

Chapter 2 49Basic OperationConfiguring the RF OutputFigure 2-10 Setup for E8267C PSG or E8247C PSG and E8257C PSG with Option 1EAThe MMMOD indicator i

Contents vi4. Analog Modulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50 Chapter 2Basic OperationModulating a SignalModulating a SignalThis section describes how to turn on a modulation format, and how to apply it to the

Chapter 2 51Basic OperationModulating a SignalApplying a Modulation Format to the RF OutputThe carrier signal is modulated when the Mod On/Off key is

52 Chapter 2Basic OperationUsing Data Storage FunctionsUsing Data Storage FunctionsThis section explains how to use the two forms of signal generator

Chapter 2 53Basic OperationUsing Data Storage FunctionsStoring Files to the Memory CatalogTo store a file to the memory catalog, first create a file.

54 Chapter 2Basic OperationUsing Data Storage FunctionsUsing the Instrument State RegisterThe instrument state register is a section of memory divided

Chapter 2 55Basic OperationUsing Data Storage FunctionsRecalling an Instrument StateUsing this procedure, you will learn how to recall instrument sett

56 Chapter 2Basic OperationUsing Data Storage FunctionsDeleting All Registers within a Sequence1. Press Preset.2. Press the Recall or Save hardkey.Not

Chapter 2 57Basic OperationEnabling OptionsEnabling OptionsYou can retrofit your signal generator after purchase to add new capabilities. Some new opt

58 Chapter 2Basic OperationEnabling Options4. Enable the software option:a. Highlight the desired option.b. Press Modify License Key, and enter the 12

593 Optimizing PerformanceIn the following sections, this chapter describes procedures that improve the performance of the Agilent PSG signal generato

ContentsviiEditing a Waveform Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102Storing

60 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceUsing External LevelingUsing External LevelingThe PSG signal generator can be externally leveled by connecting an ex

Chapter 3 61Optimizing PerformanceUsing External LevelingConfigure the Signal Generator1. Press Preset.2. Press Frequency > 10 > GHz.3. Press Am

62 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceUsing External LevelingDetermining the Leveled Output PowerFigure 3-3 shows the input power versus output voltage ch

Chapter 3 63Optimizing PerformanceUsing External LevelingExternal Leveling with Option 1E1 Signal GeneratorsSignal generators with Option 1E1 contain

64 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionUser flatness correction

Chapter 3 65Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionConfigure the Power Meter1. Select SCPI as the remote language for the

66 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionConfigure the Signal Generator1. Press Preset.2. Configure the signal

Chapter 3 67Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionPerform the User Flatness Correction NOTE If you are not using an Agil

68 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionSave the User Flatness Correction Data to the Memory CatalogThis proce

Chapter 3 69Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionReturning the Signal Generator to GPIB Listener ModeDuring the user fl

Contents viiiTo Set the ARB Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1447.

70 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionRequired Equipment• Agilent 83554A millimeter-wave source module• Agil

Chapter 3 71Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionConnect the EquipmentCAUTION To prevent damage to the signal generator

72 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionFigure 3-6 User Flatness with mm-Wave Source Module and Option 1EA Sig

Chapter 3 73Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness Correction2. Configure the signal generator to interface with the power meter.a.

74 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness Correction2. When prompted, press Done.This loads the amplitude correction value

Chapter 3 75Optimizing PerformanceCreating and Applying User Flatness CorrectionSave the User Flatness Correction Data to the Memory CatalogThis proce

76 Chapter 3Optimizing PerformanceAdjusting Reference Oscillator Bandwidth (Option UNR)Adjusting Reference Oscillator Bandwidth (Option UNR)The refere

774 Analog ModulationIn the following sections, this chapter describes the analog modulation capability in Agilent E8257C PSG Analog and E8267C PSG Ve

78 Chapter 4Analog ModulationAnalog Modulation WaveformsAnalog Modulation WaveformsThe signal generator can modulate the RF carrier with four types of

Chapter 4 79Analog ModulationConfiguring AMConfiguring AMIn this example, you will learn how to generate an amplitude-modulated RF carrier. To Set the

ContentsixTo View a Two-Tone Waveform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182To Minimiz

80 Chapter 4Analog ModulationConfiguring FMConfiguring FMIn this example, you will learn how to create a frequency-modulated RF carrier.To Set the RF

Chapter 4 81Analog ModulationConfiguring ΦMConfiguring ΦMIn this example, you will learn how to create a phase-modulated RF carrier.To Set the RF Outp

82 Chapter 4Analog ModulationConfiguring Pulse ModulationConfiguring Pulse ModulationIn this example, you will learn how to create a pulse-modulated R

Chapter 4 83Analog ModulationConfiguring the LF OutputConfiguring the LF Output The signal generator has a low frequency (LF) output (described on pag

84 Chapter 4Analog ModulationConfiguring the LF OutputTo Configure the LF Output with an Internal Modulation SourceIn this example, the internal FM mo

Chapter 4 85Analog ModulationConfiguring the LF OutputTo Configure the LF Output with a Function Generator SourceIn this example, the function generat

86 Chapter 4Analog ModulationConfiguring the LF Output

875 Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorIn the following sections, this chapter describes the Dual Arb mode, which is available only in E8267C PSG vector

88 Chapter 5Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersAn ARB waveform file header ena

Chapter 5 89Dual Arbitrary Waveform GeneratorArbitrary (ARB) Waveform File HeadersCreating a File Header for a Modulation Format WaveformWhen you turn