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Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzers
This manual provides documentation for the following Analyzers:
PXA Signal Analyzer N9030A MXA Signal Analyzer N9020A
EXA Signal Analyzer N9010A CXA Signal Analyzer N9000A
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In This Guide...
This guide contains the following information:
1 Quick-Start
This chapter explains how to initialize the signal analyzer 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 Instrument Operating System
This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows 7 configuration and the settings used with the Keysight instrument
software.
4 Using Windows Tools
The information in this chapter provides some guidelines for using the Microsoft Windows 7 feature
capabilities with the signal analyzer.
5 Troubleshooting
This chapter details some basic steps that may solve any problems you are experiencing with either the
signal analyzer or Microsoft Windows 7.
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Contents
Table of Contents
1 Quick Start
Initial Inspection 10
Verify the Contents 10
Shipping Problems? 10
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements 11
Locating the analyzer 11
Cooling and rack mounting 11
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time 12
Initializing the analyzer using a USB mouse 12
Initializing the analyzer using front-panel navigation 16
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls 19
Shortening the Instrument Power-On Time 20
Instrument Information 21
Power requirements 21
Protecting Against Overpowering 22
Instrument Maintenance 22
Protecting against electrostatic discharge 24
2 Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features 26
Overview of key types 29
Display Annotations 34
Rear-Panel Features 36
Front and Rear Panel Symbols 40
3 Instrument Operating System
Microsoft Windows 44
Windows Help and Support Center 44
Installed Software 45
Signal analyzer software 45
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Contents
VSA 89601B 45
Pulse Measurement N9051B 45
Customer installation of software 46
3rd Party Software verified by Keysight 46
Installation of other 3rd Party Software 46
User Accounts 47
Administrator account 47
Instrument accounts 47
Power Users accounts 47
KeysightOnly user account 48
Service user accounts 48
Customer creation of accounts 48
Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options 49
Licensing New Measurement Application Software -
After Initial Purchase 51
Installation procedure over USB 51
Transporting a License Between X-Series Analyzers 53
54
Firewall configuration for transporting licenses via LAN 56
Windows Configuration 57
Settings that can be changed 57
Settings that must not be changed 58
Autoplay/Autorun 60
Configuring Printers 61
Configuring LAN 62
Hostname 62
IP Address & Gateway 62
Connecting to a Network Shared Folder 63
Windows Security 64
Windows Firewall 64
Automatic Updates 64
Virus Protection 65
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Spyware Protection 65
System Maintenance 66
Backup 66
System Restore 66
Disk Defragmenting 66
USB Connections 67
Disk Drive Partitioning and Use 68
Backing-up the factory calibration data 68
Disk Drive Recovery Process 70
Updating the software 72
4 Using Windows Tools
Navigating Windows Without a Mouse 76
Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely 80
Overview of Remote Desktop operation 80
Setting up Remote Desktop operation 80
How to locate the computer name of the instrument 82
Running a Remote Desktop session 83
The Virtual Front Panel 93
Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely 95
Accessing the instrument through the Internet 95
Accessing the Web Control SA tab 99
Selecting the Get Data tab 100
Selecting the Get Image tab 102
Selecting the SCPI Telnet tab 103
Selecting the Help tab 104
Capturing/Printing Displays and Windows 105
Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks 106
Windows shortcuts (key combinations) 106
Windows taskbar auto-hide feature 108
5 Troubleshooting
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Contents
Check the Basics 110
Problems with Microsoft Windows 7 112
Returning an Analyzer for Service 113
Calling Keysight Technologies 113
Locations for Keysight Technologies 114
Read the Warranty 115
Service Options 115
Packaging the Instrument 116
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Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzers
PXA N9030A, MXA N9020A, EXA N9010A, and CXA N9000A
Getting Started Guide
1 Quick Start
This section explains how to initialize the Signal Analyzer and view a signal.
The following topics can be found in this section:
"Initial Inspection" on page 10
"Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements" on page 11
"Turning on the Analyzer the First Time" on page 12
"Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls" on page 19
"Shortening the Instrument Power-On Time" on page 20
"Instrument Information" on page 21
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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
analyzer to another location or to Keysight Technologies for service.
Verify the Contents
Verify the shipping container contents using the box contents list.
Shipping Problems?
If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the container are
incomplete:
-- Contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office.
-- Keep the shipping materials for the carrier's inspection.
-- If you must return an analyzer to Keysight Technologies, use the original (or
comparable) shipping materials. See "Returning an Analyzer for Service"
on page 113.
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Quick Start
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements
Locating the analyzer
Make sure that the fan inlet and exhaust vent areas on the sides of the analyzer
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.
Cooling and rack mounting
Do not rack mount the analyzer side-by-side with any other instrument with
side-by-side ventilation. Make sure the exhaust air from the first instrument is
directed away from the inlet of the second unit. If the pre-heated air from the
first instrument is directed into the second instrument, it can cause excessive
operating temperatures in the second unit and can cause instrument failures.
The analyzer draws air in from the left side and exhausts air from the right side.
CAUTION 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 4° C 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
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Initial power-on of the analyzer can be accomplished using either of the
following methods:
-- "Initializing the analyzer using a USB mouse" on page 12
-- "Initializing the analyzer using front-panel navigation" on page 16
NOTE During the initial power-on process, the instrument turns off and restarts
several times. This only happens during the initial installation process.
Initializing the analyzer using a USB mouse
Steps Actions Notes
1. Connect the mouse -- Connect the mouse to
one of the analyzer's
USB ports.
2. Power on the analyzer a. Position the analyzer so See "Instrument Location and Rack
you have easy access to Mounting Requirements and "Power
the power cord and plug requirements" on page 21 for more details.
it in.
b. Press the power switch The analyzer can require more than 5 minutes to
(located in the lower left power-on.
corner of the analyzer's The Keysight Technologies screen appears followed by a
front panel) to turn the screen that allows you to select the operating system.
analyzer on.
3. Launch Microsoft -- Highlight Microsoft
Setup Windows 7 and press
Enter to start the
pre-installed operating
system.
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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
The analyzer performs the following steps:
-- Windows 7 Startup window
-- Black screen
-- Windows Please wait message window
-- Blue window
-- The following 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.
CAUTION After launching the setup, do not turn off the instrument or remove power before the
Setup Wizard completes and the system restarts. Turning off the instrument may corrupt
the system and the application may not operate.
4. Reboot and logon -- Click OK When the instrument restarts, the following message
window appears:
This window
appears and covers
the LaunchXSA
window.
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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
NOTE If you do not check the "Do not show this message again" check box, this message will be
displayed each time the analyzer is turned on. No application will start while this message is
displayed. Before continuing, make sure that you carefully read the Anti-Virus message and
determine what action is appropriate.
5. Disable the Anti-Virus -- Select the check box and Messages similar to the following continue to appear:
message click Continue.
Several required processes continue.
The XSA application initializes
6. Verify the installation a. On the instrument, press If you require further assistance, contact the Keysight
System, Show, support team.
System. Online assistance:
http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
b. Verify that the
purchased
application(s) appear in
the list.
View a signal a. Press Input/Output, This routes the internal 50 MHz signal to the analyzer
RF Calibrator, 50 input.
MHz.
b. Press FREQ Channel,
Center Freq, 50, MHz.
c. Press SPAN X Scale,
50, MHz.
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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
The 50 MHz reference signal appears on the display.
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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Initializing the analyzer 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 a. Position the analyzer so See "Instrument Location and Rack
analyzer you have easy access to Mounting Requirements and "Power
the power cord and plug requirements" on page 21 for more details.
it in.
b. Press the power switch The analyzer can require more than 5 minutes to
(located in the lower left power-on.
corner of the analyzer's
front panel) to turn the The Keysight Technologies screen appears followed by a
analyzer on. screen that allows you to select the operating system.
2 Launch Microsoft Setup a. Highlight Microsoft
Windows 7 and press
Enter to start the
pre-installed operating
system.
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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
The analyzer performs the following steps:
· Windows 7 Startup window
· Black screen
· Windows Please wait message window
· Blue window
· The following 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.
CAUTION After launching the setup, do not turn off the instrument or remove power before the
Setup Wizard completes and the system restarts. Turning off the instrument may corrupt
the system and the application may not operate.
3 Reboot and logon -- Press Enter When the instrument restarts, the following message
window appears:
This window appears
and covers the
LaunchXSA window.
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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Steps Actions Notes
NOTE If you do not check the "Do not show this message again" check box, this message will be
displayed each time the analyzer is turned on. No application will start while this message is
displayed. Before continuing, make sure that you carefully read the Anti-Virus message and
determine what action is appropriate.
4 Disable the Anti-Virus -- Press Select to select Messages similar to the following continue to appear:
message the check box and Enter
to continue.
Several required processes continue.
The XSA application initializes
3. Verify the installation a. Press System, Show, If you require further assistance, contact the Keysight
System. support team.
Online assistance:
b. Verify that the
http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
purchased
application(s) appear in
the list.
5 View a signal a. Press Input/Output, This routes the internal 50 MHz signal to the analyzer
RF Calibrator, 50 input.
MHz.
b. Press FREQ Channel,
Center Freq, 50, MHz.
c. Press SPAN X Scale,
50, MHz.
The 50 MHz reference signal appears on the display.
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Quick Start
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls
No anti-virus software is shipped with the analyzer. It is recommended that you
install anti-virus software if your analyzer is connected to the LAN. Check with
your IT department to see what they recommend.
The analyzer is shipped with the Windows 7 firewall enabled. Do not modify
the default network settings as this may cause problems with the operating
system of the analyzer.
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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.
If (after power-on) you want to access an application that you did not pre-load,
it will take a little longer to bring it up once you press the application softkey.
This longer time-frame is only for the first access after power-on. After the
initial access, mode (application) switching will operate as quickly as if the
application was pre-loaded.
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Quick Start
Instrument Information
Instrument Information
Power requirements
The only physical installation of your Keysight signal analyzer is a connection
to a power source. Line voltage does not need to be selected.
This analyzer does not contain customer serviceable fuses.
WARNING This is a Safety Class 1 Prod uct (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.
Any interruption of the protective cond uctor inside or outside of the
prod uct is likely to make the prod uct dangerous. Intentional
interruption is prohibited. (IEC 348 clauses 17.3.3c & 17.3.4)
Failure to ground the analyzer properly can result in personal injury.
Before turning on the analyzer, you must connect its protective earth
terminals to the protective conductor of the main power cable. Insert
the main power cable plug into a socket outlet that has a protective
earth contact only. DO NOT defeat the earth-ground ing protection by
using an extension cable, power cable, or autotransformer without a
protective ground cond uctor.
CAUTION This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution
Degree 2 per IEC 61010 Second Edition and IEC 664 respectively.
This instrument has autoranging line voltage input. Be sure the supply
voltage is within the specified range.
The Mains wiring and connectors shall be compatible with the connector
used in the premise electrical system. Failure, to ensure adequate earth
grounding by not using the correct components may cause product damage,
and serious injury.
AC power cord
The analyzer is equipped with a three-wire power cord, in accordance with
international safety standards. This cable grounds the analyzer cabinet when
connected to an appropriate power line outlet. The cable appropriate to the
original shipping location is included with the analyzer. See:
http://www.keysight.com/find/powercords
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Quick Start
Instrument Information
CAUTION Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product. Failure
to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord can cause product
damage.
WARNING If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by the
equipment could be impaired. This product must be used in a normal
cond ition (in which all means for protection are intact) only.
Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is read ily
identifiable and easily reached by the operator. The detachable power
cord is the instrument d isconnecting device. It d isconnects the mains
circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument.
The front panel switch is only a stand by switch and is not a LINE
switch. Alternatively, an externally installed switch or circuit breaker
(which is read ily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator)
may be used as a d isconnecting device.
Protecting Against Overpowering
The input circuitry of the analyzer can be damaged by applying signals that
exceed the maximum safe input level of +30 dBm average total power or +/-
0.2 Vdc (when DC coupled) or +/- 70 Vdc (when AC coupled). Refer to the
analyzer's specification guide for more details regarding the Maximum Safe
Input Level. Repairing damage to the input circuitry can be expensive.
If the analyzer will be used to measure signals which might be near the
maximum safe input level, use external attenuators and/or limiters to help
protect the analyzer input. The External Gain, amplitude Corrections, and/or
Ref Lvl Offset features may be used to compensate for the gains and losses of
external devices. External Gain and Corrections are under the Input/Output
menu and Ref Lvl Offset is under the AMPTD Y-Scale menu.
Instrument Maintenance
Cleaning the instrument
WARNING To prevent electrical shock, d isconnect the signal analyzer 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.
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Quick Start
Instrument Information
Cleaning Connectors
Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument power
cord removed, and in a well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture
to evaporate, and the fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument.
WARNING Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a
tightly closed container. It is extremely flammable. In case of fire, use
alcohol foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be
ineffective.
Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and avoid contact with
eyes, skin, and clothing. It causes skin irritation, may cause eye
damage, and is harmful if swallowed or inhaled. It may be harmful if
absorbed through the skin. Wash thoroughly after handling.
In case of spill, soak up with sand or earth. Flush spill area with water.
Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with all applicable federal,
state, and local environmental regulations.
Battery Information
The analyzer uses a lithium battery located on the CPU board. This is not an
operator replaceable part. See "Returning an Analyzer for Service" on
page 113. Replaceable parts must be approved or supplied by Keysight
Technologies.
Service documentation is available at www.keysight.com.
WARNING Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type recommended. Discard used batteries
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not throw batteries away but collect as small chemical waste.
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Quick Start
Instrument Information
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:
WARNING Do not use these first three techniques when working on circuitry with
a voltage potential greater than 500 volts.
-- Before connecting any coaxial cable to an analyzer connector for the first
time each day, momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the
cable together.
-- Personnel should be grounded with a 1 M resistor-isolated wrist-strap
before touching the center pin of any connector and before removing any
assembly from the analyzer.
-- 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. This reduces
the possibility of ESD damage to components and prevent contamination of
exposed plating.
Additional information about ESD
For more information about ESD and how to prevent ESD damage, contact the
Electrostatic Discharge Association (http://www.esda.org). The ESD standards
developed by this agency are sanctioned by the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI).
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Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzers
PXA N9030A, MXA N9020A, EXA N9010A, and CXA N9000A
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 34
"Rear-Panel Features" on page 36
"Front and Rear Panel Symbols" on page 40
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Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features
Front-Panel Features
PXA, MXA, and EXA
CXA
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.
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Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features
Item
Description
# Name
2 Analyzer Setup Keys These keys set the parameters used for making measurements in the current Mode
and Measurement.
3 Measurement Keys These keys select the Mode and the Measurement within the mode. They also
control the initiation and rate of recurrence of measurements.
4 Marker Keys Markers are often available for a measurement to measure a very specific
point/segment of data within the range of the current measurement data.
5 Utility Keys These keys control system-wide functionality such as:
-- instrument configuration information and I/O setup,
-- printer setup and printing,
-- file management, save and recall,
-- instrument presets.
6 Ext Mixer Provides LO output signal to and receives IF input signals from an external mixer. See
the Specifications Guide for details on signal levels. PXA only.
7 Probe Power Supplies power for external high frequency probes and accessories.
8 Headphones Output Headphones can be used to hear any available audio output.
9 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.
10 Delete Key Press this key to delete files or to perform other deletion tasks.
11 USB Connectors Standard USB 2.0 ports, Type A. Connect to external peripherals such as a mouse,
keyboard, DVD drive, or hard drive.
12 Local/Cancel/(Esc) Key If you are in remote operation, Local:
-- returns instrument control from remote back to local (the front
panel).
-- turns the display on (if it was turned off for remote operation).
-- can be used to clear errors. (Press the key once to return to local
control, and a second time to clear error message line.)
If you have not already pressed the units or Enter key, Cancel exits the currently
selected function without changing its value.
Esc works the same as it does on a PC keyboard. It:
-- exits Windows dialogs
-- clears errors
-- aborts printing
-- cancels operations.
13 RF Input Connector for inputting an external signal. Make sure that the total power of all
signals at the analyzer input does not exceed +30 dBm (1 watt).
14 Numeric Keypad Enters a specific numeric value for the current function. Entries appear on the upper
left of the display, in the measurement information area.
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Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features
Item
Description
# Name
15 Enter and Arrow Keys The Enter key terminates data entry when either no unit of measure is needed, or you
want to use the default unit.
The arrow keys:
-- Increment and decrement the value of the current measurement
selection.
-- Navigate help topics.
-- Navigate or make selections within Windows dialogs.
-- Navigate within forms used for setting up measurements.
-- Navigate within tables.
NOTE The arrow keys cannot be used to move a mouse pointer
around on the display.
16 Menu/ (Alt) Key Alt works the same as a PC keyboard. Use it to change control focus in Windows
pull-down menus.
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.
19 Tab Keys Use these keys to move between fields in Windows dialogs.
20 Knob Increments and decrements the value of the current active function.
21 Return Key Exits the current menu and returns to the previous menu. Has typical PC
functionality.
22 Full Screen Key Pressing this key turns off the softkeys to maximize the graticule display area.
Press the key again to restore the normal display.
23 Help Key Initiates a context-sensitive Help display for the current Mode. Once Help is
accessed, pressing a front panel key brings up the help topic for that key function.
24 Speaker Control Keys Enables you to increase or decrease the speaker volume, or mute it.
25 Window Control Keys These keys select between single or multiple window displays. They zoom the
current window to fill the data display, or change the currently selected window.
They can be used to switch between the Help window navigation pane and the topic
pane.
26 Power Standby/ On Turns the analyzer on. A green light indicates power on. A yellow light indicates
standby mode.
NOTE The front-panel switch is a standby switch, not a LINE
switch (disconnecting device). The analyzer continues to
draw power even when the line switch is in standby.
The main power cord can be used as the system
disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits
from the mains supply.
27 Q Input Input port for the Q channel when in differential mode.*
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Item
Description
# Name
28 Q Input Input port for the Q channel for either single or differential mode.*
29 I Input Input port for the I channel when in differential mode.*
30 I Input Input port for the I channel for either single or differential mode.*
31 Cal Out Output port for calibrating the I, I, Q and Q inputs and probes used with these
inputs.*
32 RF Out Output port for Options T03/07 (CXA only)
*. Status of the LED indicates whether the current state of the port is active (green) or is not in use
(dark).
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.
These functions are also dependent on the current selection of measurement
application (Mode) and measurement (Meas).
If the numeric value of a menu key function can be changed, it is called an
active function. The function label of the active function is highlighted after
that key has been selected. For example, press AMPTD Y Scale. This calls up
the menu of related amplitude functions. The function labeled Ref Level (the
default selected key in the Amplitude menu) is highlighted. Ref Level also
appears in the upper left of the display in the measurement information area.
The displayed value indicates that the function is selected and its value can
now be changed using any of the data entry controls.
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Some menu keys have multiple choices on their label, such as On/Off,
Auto/Man, or Log/Lin (as shown above). The different choices are selected by
pressing the key multiple times. For example, the Auto/Man type of key. To
select the function, press the menu key and notice that Auto is underlined and
the key becomes highlighted. To change the function to manual, press the key
again so that Man is underlined. If there are more than two settings on the key,
keep pressing it until the desired selection is underlined.
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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.
When you press a key within the yellow region, such as Marker Noise, the
highlight moves to that key to show it has been selected. The keys that are
linked are related functions and only one of them can be selected at any one
time. For example, a marker can only have one marker function active on it. So
if you select a different function it turns off the previous selection. If the current
menu is two pages long, the yellow bar or border could include keys on the
second page of keys.
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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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If a displayed key label shows a small solid-black arrow tip pointing to the
right, it indicates that additional key menus are available. If the arrow tip is not
filled in solid then pressing the key the first time selects that function. Now the
arrow is solid and pressing it again brings up an additional menu of settings.
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Display Annotations
Display Annotations
This section describes the display annotation as it is on the Spectrum Analyzer
Measurement Application display. Other measurement application modes have
some annotation differences.
Item Description Function Keys
1 Measurement bar - Shows general measurement settings All the keys in the Analyzer Setup part
and information. of the front panel.
Indicates single/continuous measurement.
Some measurements include limits that the data is tested
against. A Pass/Fail indication may be shown in the lower
left of the measurement bar.
2 Active Function (measurement bar) - when the current Currently selected front panel key.
active function has a settable numeric value, it is shown
here.
3 Banner - shows the name of the selected application that is Mode
currently running.
4 Measurement title - shows title information for the current Meas
measurement, or a title that you created for the
measurement.
View/Display, Display, Title
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Item Description Function Keys
5 Settings panel - displays system information that is not Local and System, I/O Config
specific to any one application.
Input/Output, Amplitude,
-- Input/Output status - green LXI indicates the System and others.
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
6 Active marker frequency, amplitude or function value Marker
7 Settings panel - time and date display. System, Control Panel
8 Trace and detector information. Trace/Detector,
Clear Write (W) Trace
Average (A) Max Hold (M)
Min Hold (m)
Trace/Detector,
More,
Detector,
Average (A) Normal (N) Peak
(P) Sample (S) Negative Peak
(p)
9 Key labels that change based on the most recent key press. Softkeys
10 Displays information, warning and error messages. System, Show, Errors
Message area - single events, Status area - conditions.
11 Measurement settings for the data currently being Keys in the Analyzer Setup part of the
displayed in the graticule area. In the example above: front panel.
center frequency, resolution bandwidth, video bandwidth,
frequency span, sweep time and number of sweep points.
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Rear-Panel Features
Rear-Panel Features
Current PXA, MXA and EXA
Older MXA and EXA
Item
Description
# Name
1 EXT REF IN Input for an external frequency reference signal:
For PXA 1 to 50 MHz
For MXA 1 to 50 MHz
For EXA 10 MHz.
2 GPIB A General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB, IEEE 488.1) connection that can be used
for remote analyzer operation.
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Item
Description
# Name
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.
4 USB Connectors Standard USB 2.0 ports, Type A. Connect to external peripherals such as a
mouse, keyboard, printer, DVD drive, or hard drive.
5 MONITOR Allows connection of an external VGA monitor.
NOTE The external VGA monitor must be attached prior to
power on to enable the external VGA port.
6 LAN A TCP/IP Interface that is used for remote analyzer operation.
7 Line power input The AC power connection. See the product specifications for more details.
8 Removable Disk Drive Standard on current analyzers. Optional on older MXAs and EXAs.
9 Digital Bus Reserved for future use.
10 Analog Out For PXA Option YAV:
Screen Video
Log Video
Linear Video
For Option EMC:
Demod Audio
11 TRIGGER 2 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the analyzer.
Configurable from the Input/Output keys.
12 TRIGGER 1 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the analyzer.
Configurable from the Input/Output keys.
13 Sync Reserved for future use.
14 TRIGGER 2 IN Allows external triggering of measurements.
15 TRIGGER 1 IN Allows external triggering of measurements.
16 Noise Source Drive +28 V For use with Keysight 346A, 346B, and 346C Noise Sources.
(Pulsed)
17 SNS Series Noise Source For use with Keysight N4000A, N4001A, N4002A Smart Noise Sources (SNS).
18 10 MHz OUT An output of the analyzer internal 10 MHz frequency reference signal. It is used to
lock the frequency reference of other test equipment to the analyzer.
19 Preselector Tune Out Reserved for future use.
20 Aux IF Out CR3 Second IF Out (PXA, MXA, and EXA)
CRP Arbitrary IF Out (PXA, MXA, and EXA)
ALV Log Video (PXA)
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CXA with Option PC3 (S/N MY/US/SG49370546 or higher)
CXA (for S/N less than MY/US/SG49370546)
Item
Description
# Name
1 EXT REF IN Input for an external frequency reference signal:
For CXA 10 MHz.
2 GPIB A General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB, IEEE 488.1) connection that can be used
for remote analyzer 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.
4 USB Connectors Standard USB 2.0 ports, Type A. Connect to external peripherals such as a
mouse, keyboard, printer, DVD drive, or hard drive.
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Item
Description
# Name
5 MONITOR Allows connection of an external VGA monitor.
NOTE The external VGA monitor must be attached prior to
power on to enable the external VGA port.
6 LAN A TCP/IP Interface that is used for remote analyzer operation.
7 Line power input The AC power connection. See the product specifications for more details.
8 Removable Disk Drive Option PC3. Only available on instruments with
S/N MY/US/SG49370546 or higher.
10 Analog Out For Option EMC:
Demod Audio
12 TRIGGER 1 OUT A trigger output used to synchronize other test equipment with the analyzer.
Configurable from the Input/Output keys.
13 Sync Reserved for future use.
15 TRIGGER 1 IN Allows external triggering of measurements.
16 Noise Source Drive +28 V For use with Keysight 346A, 346B, and 346C Noise Sources.
(Pulsed)
17 SNS Series Noise Source For use with Keysight N4000A, N4001A, N4002A Smart Noise Sources (SNS).
18 10 MHz OUT An output of the analyzer internal 10 MHz frequency reference signal. It is used to
lock the frequency reference of other test equipment to the analyzer.
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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