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Agilent Technologies 85330AMultiple Channel ControllerOperating, Programming,and Service ManualPart number: 85330-90019Printed in USAOctober 2002Super

x 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerManufacturers DeclarationEuropean Contact: Your local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard

6-26 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingProgramming Examples1044 OUTPUT @Rec;”LISFREQ;” ! Turn on FREQ L

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-27ProgrammingProgramming Examples1089 OUTPUT @Rec;”TRGSEXT;HOLD;” ! SET TO EXTERNAL TRIGGER FOR CONTROLLED1090

6-28 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingProgramming Examples1135 ENTER @Rec_data;Preamble,Data_bytes1136 ENTER @Rec_data;Data_freq

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-29ProgrammingProgramming ExamplesExample 3 Example 3 applies to measurements where the 85330A controls the source

6-30 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingProgramming Examples1045 !1046 Angle_start=-901047 Angle_stop=901048 Angle_incr=101049 Angle_pt

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-31ProgrammingProgramming Examples1094 !1095 OUTPUT @Rf;”SYST:LANG SCPI;”1096 OUTPUT @Lo;”SYST:LANG SCPI;”1097

6-32 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingProgramming Examples1143 OUTPUT @Hp85330a;”RUNT:TIME:EVEN 0,15000000;” ! 15 sec, 1st point.1144 O

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-33ProgrammingProgramming Examples1194 N=1 ! N IS THE CURRENT POINT.1195 REPEAT

6-34 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgramming85330A Error Messages85330A Error MessagesError Number Error Message+0 “No error”−100 “Command error

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-35Programming85330A Error Messages−183 “Invalid inside macro definition”−200 “Execution error”−210 “Trigger error”

85330A Multiple Channel Controller xiTypeface ConventionsTypeface ConventionsItalics • Used to emphasize important information:Use this software only

6-36 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgramming85330A Error Messages1306 “Not enough header entries for this driver”1500 “Trigger source already al

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-1Remote Programming Command Reference7 Remote Programming CommandReferenceThis chapter describes programming comm

7-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceAbbreviated CommandsThe command syntax shows most commands as a mixture of u

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-3Remote Programming Command ReferenceCommon CommandsCommon CommandsThe following pages describe the common comman

7-4 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceCommon Commands*OPC?The operation complete command. This can be used to meas

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-5Remote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceThe following pages desc

7-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceROUTe:CONTrolControls the TTL state of the rear pa

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-7Remote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTimeSubsystem Command SyntaxRUNTime:CONTroller

7-8 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:CONTrollerThis command sets the multiple c

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-9Remote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:EVENt:TRIGgerThe event trigger source allo

xii 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerTypeface Conventions

7-10 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:INITiate:IMMInitiates the run-time sequen

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-11Remote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:SOURce:SOURCE1:TRIGgerSelects IMM, TTL, R

7-12 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:SWITch:DELayUsed for the delay between as

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-13Remote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:SWITch:SCANSet up the list of channel add

7-14 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:SWITch:TRIGgerThe switch trigger source a

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-15Remote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:TIMEout:EVENtA timeout setting for event

7-16 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceRUNTime:TIMEout:REMoteAllows a timeout to occur i

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-17Remote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command ReferenceSYSTem:ERRor?Allows checking the error status of

7-18 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerRemote Programming Command ReferenceStandard Command Reference

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 8-1In Case of Difficulty8 In Case of DifficultyThe 85330A Does Not Show the Main MenuWhen Turned ONThe following scr

Contents85330A Multiple Channel Controller xiiiNotice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerIn Case of Difficulty

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-1Service9 ServiceIntroduction This chapter explains the following topics:• Theory of Operation (how the multiple

9-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceTheory of OperationTheory of OperationThe 85330A multiple channel controller was designed as a high-speed

GPIB

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-5ServiceTheory of OperationThe 85330-60002 card contains the TTL trigger and ready lines thatinterface to the 853

9-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceTheory of OperationFor large systems, the distance between the transmitters and receiver mayexceed the ph

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-7ServiceTheory of Operationof channel-address decode. The six channel-address bits allow uniqueaddressing for swi

9-8 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceRecommended Test EquipmentRecommended Test EquipmentTable 9-2 lists the equipment that is mandatory when

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-9ServiceServiceServiceCAUTION The assemblies used in the multiple channel controller system are staticsensitive.

9-10 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceTroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshooting theSystemAn understanding of how the 85330A system operate

xiv 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerVoltage Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Inputs/Out

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-11ServiceTroubleshootingTroubleshooting theSwitch Control UnitRun the test “Verifying the Switch Control Unit” on

9-12 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceTroubleshooting85383A Local Control CableUse Table 9-4 to check each connector pin for continuity.85383B

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-13ServiceTroubleshootingTable 9-5 85385A WiringConnector 1 Connector 2 Function11nc122nc13 3 shield44nc155nc16 8

9-14 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceReplaceable PartsReplaceable PartsThis section contains information for ordering replaceable parts for t

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-15ServiceReplaceable PartsFigure 9-3 85330A System Identification Diagram

9-16 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceReplaceable PartsMainframe, Plug-inCardsThe mainframe consists of a E1301B VXI mainframe. For informatio

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-17ServiceReplaceable PartsSwitch Control UnitRF SwitchTable 9-7 85331/2 Switch Control Unit Replacement PartsRefe

9-18 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceReplaceable PartsInterconnect CablesTable 9-9 Replacement Interconnect Cables for 85330/31/32ReferenceDe

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-19ServiceAssembly and DisassemblyAssembly and DisassemblyCAUTION The assemblies used in the multiple channel cont

9-20 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceAssembly and Disassembly8. Place the E1330 card on top of the 85330-60002 card and slide theminto the ma

85330A Multiple Channel Controller xv 5. Manual OperationIn This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-21ServiceAssembly and DisassemblySwitch Control Unit Disassembly1. Remove the Local Control cable and Switch Driv

9-22 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceAdjustments5. Place the lid (including the light pipes) onto the Driver module housing.6. Screw the lid

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-23ServiceAdjustmentsFigure 9-4 Positive/Negative-Edge EVENT TRIG jumpers1. Remove the two screws that hold the E1

9-24 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServiceAdjustmentsSwitching from theInternal to ExternalPower SupplyThis set of jumpers sets the 85330-60002 ca

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-25ServicePreventive MaintenancePreventive MaintenancePreventive maintenance for the multiple channel controller c

9-26 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerServicePreventive Maintenance

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 10-1Accessory Documentation10 Accessory DocumentationThis blank section is supplied as a storage place for smaller

10-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerAccessory Documentation

85330A Multiple Channel Controller A-1GlossaryA Glossarya1The reference IF channel of the 8530A. This channel can be used as a phaselock reference or

A-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGlossaryFast Data Acquisition ModesFast Data Acquisition modes (also called “Fast CW” modes) refer to a set ofsi

xvi 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerUsing More than One Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14Starting Run-Time Mode

85330A Multiple Channel Controller A-3GlossaryInsertion LossA transmission measurement determines how much RF energy is lost as itpasses through the d

A-4 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGlossaryReceiver SystemAll of the instruments in the system that act as the RF downconverter and IFreceiver.Remo

85330A Multiple Channel Controller A-5GlossaryStandard SystemA “standard system” uses one 85330A with one or two switch control units,each with a two-

A-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGlossary

Index85330A Multiple Channel Controller Index-1Numerics8530A source control, 6-785330AGPIB address, 1-885330A characteristics, 4-985330A error message

Index-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerFfast data acquisition modes, A-12fast source control, 6-8frequency response measurements using IMM triggeri

85330A Multiple Channel Controller Index-3measurement sequence, 6-14multiple controllers, 6-18number of angular increments (events), 6-12number of fre

85330A Multiple Channel Controller xvii 9. ServiceIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-1Installation1 InstallationInstallation at aGlanceThe installation procedure is composed of the following basic s

ii 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerNoticeRestricted Rights LegendUse, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject torestrictions as

1-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerInstallationPreparing the Main Antenna Measurement SystemPreparing the Main Antenna MeasurementSystemCAUTION As

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-3InstallationPreparing the Main Antenna Measurement SystemFigure 1-1 Flow Chart for Choosing the Correct Installa

1-4 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerInstallationPreparing the Main Antenna Measurement SystemFigure 1-2 85330A Installation Diagram for 8530A Source

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-5InstallationPreparing the Main Antenna Measurement SystemFigure 1-3 85330A Installation Diagram for Fast (TTL) S

1-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerInstallationChecking Operation of the Multiple Channel ControllerChecking Operation of the Multiple ChannelContr

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-7InstallationChecking Operation of the Multiple Channel ControllerNOTE You can use other com ports, such as com2.

1-8 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerInstallationSelecting Positive or Negative-Edge Event TriggersViewing or Changingthe GPIB Address ofthe Multiple

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-9InstallationSelecting Positive or Negative-Edge Event TriggersFigure 1-4 Positive/Negative-Edge EVENT TRIG jumpe

1-10 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerInstallationInstalling the Switch Control Units and SwitchesInstalling the Switch Control Units and SwitchesMou

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-11InstallationInstalling the Switch Control Units and SwitchesFigure 1-5 SCU and Switch Mounting Diagram

85330A Multiple Channel Controller iiiWhat You’ll Find in This Manual…Chapter 1 • Installation - Shows how a standard Agilent 85330A system is install

1-12 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerInstallationInstalling the Switch Control Units and Switches

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-1Performance Verification2 Performance VerificationIn This Chapter • Recommended performance verification test equi

2-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationRecommendedEquipmentTable 2-1 lists the equipment that is mandatory when performing thep

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-3Performance VerificationPerformance Verification TestPerformance Verification TestThe following verification proce

2-4 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationPerformance Verification TestDigital Oscilloscope Set up the Agilent 54503A digital osci

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-5Performance VerificationPerformance Verification TestNetwork Analyzer Turn ON the vector network analyzer. Adjus

2-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationVerifying the Multiple Channel ControllerVerifying the Multiple Channel ControllerThis p

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-7Performance VerificationVerifying the Multiple Channel ControllerFigure 2-2 Switch Control Unit Output Connector

2-8 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationVerifying the Multiple Channel ControllerOn the oscilloscope, press [CLEAR DISPLAY]. Set

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-9Performance VerificationVerifying the Multiple Channel ControllerCounter Pulse DelayTestThe following test deter

iv 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerAppendix • Glossary of Terms - This glossary defines special terminologyassociated with this system. Words shown i

2-10 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationVerifying the Multiple Channel Controllernegative edge of the pulse. Note that the Star

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-11Performance VerificationVerifying the Multiple Channel ControllerMeasurement BusySignal and PulseWidth TestThe

2-12 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationVerifying the Switch Control UnitVerifying the Switch Control UnitThis test will determ

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-13Performance VerificationVerifying the RF SwitchesVerifying the RF SwitchesThis portion of the verification will

2-14 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationVerifying the RF SwitchesRF Performance Tests Recall the network analyzer setup that wa

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-15Performance VerificationVerifying Remote Ports 1 and 2Verifying Remote Ports 1 and 2Equipment Required• Jumper

2-16 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationVerifying Remote Ports 1 and 2Remote Port 1 and remote Port 2 Test Procedure1. Download

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-17Performance VerificationAUX 1 and AUX 2AUX 1 and AUX 2Pulse Test You can output one or more 500 µs pulses from

2-18 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerPerformance VerificationAUX 1 and AUX 2AUX 1 and AUX 2Output Voltage TestThe following test will determine if t

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 3-1Operator’s Check3 Operator’s CheckPurposeThis operator’s check verifies that the Agilent 85330A can close switche

85330A Multiple Channel Controller vService and SupportAny adjustment, maintenance, or repair of this product must be performedby qualified personnel.

3-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerOperator’s Check

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-1General Information4 General InformationIn This Chapter • Product description• Required equipment• Supplied equi

4-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral InformationProduct Description The Agilent 85330A multiple channel controller adds high-speedmultiple-ch

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-3General InformationInstalling the Detachable Power CordInstall the instrument so that the detachable power cord

4-4 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral InformationPreparing the 85330A to Control the SystemPreparing the 85330A to Control the SystemConfigurin

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-5General InformationPreparing the 85330A to Control the SystemPIN switch modulesThe switches are broadband, high-

4-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral InformationPreparing the 85330A to Control the System85383B expansion cableAllows SCUs to be daisy-chain

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-7General InformationPreparing the 85330A to Control the SystemPIN Switches The 85331A SP2T PIN SwitchThe 85331A S

4-8 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral InformationSupplied Equipment and SoftwareSupplied Equipment and SoftwareTable 4-2 Supplied Equipment an

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-9General Information85330A Multiple Channel Controller Characteristics85330A Multiple Channel ControllerCharacter

vi 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerSafety and Regulatory InformationReview this product and related documentation to familiarize yourself withsafety

4-10 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral Information85330A Multiple Channel Controller CharacteristicsVentilationRequirementsCAUTION When instal

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-11General InformationFront Panel FeaturesFront Panel FeaturesThe front panel contains:• A 2-line by 40 character

4-12 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral InformationRear Panel FeaturesRear Panel FeaturesFigure 4-2 85330A Rear Panel ConnectorsEVENT TRIGBy de

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-13General InformationRear Panel FeaturesThe multiple channel controller may send several receiver trigger pulsesd

4-14 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral InformationRear Panel FeaturesSWITCH PORT 1 and 2Connects to either of the two switch control units (SC

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-15General Information85330A Compatibility85330A CompatibilityCompatible Receivers The 85330A is compatible with t

4-16 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerGeneral Information85330A Compatibility

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 5-1Manual Operation5 Manual OperationThis chapter describes how to manually operate the Agilent 85330Amultiple chan

5-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerManual OperationTo Use the Front PanelTo Use the Front PanelThis is an overview of main front panel features. Fo

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 5-3Manual OperationSoftkey MapSoftkey MapFigure 5-1 85330A Softkey Menu MapNOTE Refer to Chapter 3 of the Agilent 7

85330A Multiple Channel Controller viiSafety EarthGroundThis is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective earthingterminal). An uninterrupt

5-4 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerManual OperationTo View or Change the 85330’s GPIB AddressTo View or Change the 85330’s GPIB AddressViewing GPIB

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 5-5Manual OperationTo Close Any Switch in the System (to select a channel)To Close Any Switch in the System(to sele

5-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerManual OperationTo Change the TTL State of AUX 1 or AUX 2To Change the TTL State of AUX 1 or AUX 2To set AUX 1 o

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 5-7Manual OperationTo View Custom Option Number (If Applicable)To View Custom Option Number (If Applicable)Some 853

5-8 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerManual OperationTo View Custom Option Number (If Applicable)

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-1Programming6 ProgrammingIn This Chapter This chapter provides a general programing of the operation for the Agil

6-2 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingDefinition of TermsNOTE Please review the following terms before reading information in this chapter.S

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-3ProgrammingTo Choose a Measurement ConfigurationTo Choose a Measurement ConfigurationThe measurement configuration

6-4 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingCW Measurement ConfigurationCW Measurement ConfigurationDescription In single-frequency measurements,

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-5ProgrammingSingle Source Multiple-Frequency ConfigurationSingle Source Multiple-Frequency ConfigurationDescriptio

viii 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerWARNING If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by theequipmentcould beimpaired.This p

6-6 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingSingle Source Multiple-Frequency ConfigurationThis setup allows the 8530A to measure each receive swi

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-7ProgrammingDual Source Multiple-Frequency MeasurementsDual Source Multiple-Frequency MeasurementsWhen you are us

6-8 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingFast Source ControlFast Source ControlDescription Fast source control speeds up frequency switching s

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-9ProgrammingTo Use Direct ControlTo Use Direct ControlDirect control is where the host computer issues GPIB comma

6-10 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingTo Use Direct ControlOther examples:OUTPUT 70918;”ROUT:CLOS 2,(@103);”Switch Port 2, SCU address 1,

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-11ProgrammingTo Use Direct ControlIn this example:• The 85330A is reset using the *RST command.• A delay between

6-12 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeTo Use Run-Time Control ModeSetup of the85330A MultipleChannel Controlle

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-13ProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeSwitch Settling Time You must specify switch settling time before starti

6-14 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeUsing More than OneControllerMore than one multiple channel controller m

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-15ProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeEvent TriggerIf TTL triggering has been selected, the 85330A waits for a

85330A Multiple Channel Controller ixManufacturers DeclarationThis is to certify that this product meets the radio frequency interferencerequirements

6-16 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeFigure 6-2 Run-Time Flow Chart with Programming Command References

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-17ProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeFrequency LoopAfter all switch states have been measured at the first fre

6-18 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeRun-TimeMeasurementSequence for MultipleControllersThe run-time measurem

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-19ProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeFigure 6-3 Run-Time Flow Chart for Multiple Controller, Control Mode con

6-20 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingTo Use Run-Time Control ModeFigure 6-4 Run-Time Flow Chart for Multiple Controller, Remote Mode bein

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-21ProgrammingProgramming ExamplesProgramming ExamplesExample 1 Example 1 is applicable to CW measurements.1001

6-22 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingProgramming Examples1039 Chan_start=1 ! First Channel1040 Chan_stop=4

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-23ProgrammingProgramming Examples1084 OUTPUT @Hp85330a;”*RST;” ! Reset1085 OUTPUT @H

6-24 85330A Multiple Channel ControllerProgrammingProgramming Examples1129 ! statement.1130 !1131 TRANSFER @Rec TO @Buffer;RECORDS Points,EOR (C

85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-25ProgrammingProgramming ExamplesExample 2 Example 2 applies to measurements where the sources are controlled by