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User’s GuideAgilent Technologies 8922M/S GSM Test SetAgilent Part No. 08922-90211Printed in UKJanuary 1998

iiResponsibilities of the CustomerResponsibilities of the CustomerThe customer shall provide;1 Access to the products during the specified periods of

3-25Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsAudio SourceSpecificationsFrequencyOutput LevelAudio AnalyzerSpecificationsFrequenc

3-26Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsAC Voltage MeasurementDC Voltage MeasurementDistortion MeasurementVoltage Range 0 V

3-27Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsAudio FiltersThere are seven filters used in the Agilent 8922M/S.• 50 Hz HPF• 300 Hz

3-28Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsRemoteProgrammingGeneralSpecificationsWARNING: For continued protection against fir

3-29Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsOperatingEnvironmentThis instrument is designed for indoor use only.If the instrume

3-30Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsReferenceSpecificationsThe accuracy needs for testing GSM radios require the unit t

3-31Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Specifications

4-14ScreensNOTE If you have the Agilent 8922M/S Option 010 Multi-Band Test System, refer to theappropriate Agilent 8922 Multi-Band User’s Guide for mo

4-2ScreensField TypesField Types1. Alphanumeric This field is where you enter names or titles.To enter, position the cursor next to a character or edit

4-3ScreensField Types4. Underlined Entry This type of field allows selection between the two labels in the field separated by aslash (/).To toggle betwe

iiiNoticesNoticesThe material contained in this document is subject to change without notice. AGILENTTECHNOLOGIES MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH R

4-4ScreensAudioAudio1. AC Level This field displays the measured ac level of the AF analyzer input (AF Anl In) whenAudio Out, Pls Demod, Audio In, Spee

4-5ScreensAudioChoices Scope In selects the SCOPE IN (MEASURE) front-panelconnector.Speech Out selects the signal going to the MON/SPEECH(DEMODULATION

4-6ScreensAudio10. Meas Reset(Meas Cntl)Selecting Meas Reset will erase any accumulated measurements used for calculatinga final result, and re-start t

4-7ScreensAudio13. Speech This field selects the speech mode.Choices NoneUncond (unconditioned) activates the MODULATION INAM/SPEECH connector on the f

4-8ScreensBit ErrorBit Error1. Amplitude (BaseStation)This field changes the RF generator amplitude. It is a duplicate of the RF generator’sAmplitude fi

4-9ScreensBit Error5. Bits (Measure) This field selects the number of bits which will be tested.This number includes only bits that are tested by the s

4-10ScreensBit Error12. Res Type(Measure)Residual Type field selects the type of bit error test results to display. (Res meansresidual).Choices TypeIaR

4-11ScreensBit Error 2Bit Error 2Each time the Bit Error Test is run, four measurements are made (see Meas Num).Because of limited screen space, only

4-12ScreensBit Error 2NOTE This field is not featured in the Agilent 8922S.2. Amplitude This field changes the RF generator amplitude. It is a duplicat

4-13ScreensBit Error 211/19. Ratio/Count These fields select how frame errors/CRC errors will be displayed for both theIntermediate and Completed resul

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4-14ScreensBit Error 218. 0.0 (Reference) This field is used to adjust the reference offset when using the tunable reference.19. Count or Ratio This fie

4-15ScreensBit Error 224. MS Loopback This field is used to enter or display amount of delay (expressed in number of speechframes), before bits are com

4-16ScreensCell Configuration - GSM 900Cell Configuration - GSM 900Activated When Activated is displayed, the Agilent 8922M/S is operating as a base st

4-17ScreensCell Configuration - GSM 900See Also Screens: Cell Configuration (Settable)2. Amplitude This field changes the RF generator amplitude. It is a

4-18ScreensCell Configuration - GSM 9004. Aux BCCH This field allows selection of data and clock outputs.NOTE This is not featured in the Agilent 8922S.

4-19ScreensCell Configuration - GSM 9008. Control Ch This field selects the control channel organization.Choices SD/4 selects a broadcast channel with a

4-20ScreensCell Configuration - GSM 90011. MA2 This field is a 64-element Boolean array that defines which cell- allocation absoluteradio frequency chann

4-21ScreensCell Configuration - GSM 90017. Settable This field, when Settable is displayed, indicates that all Cell Configuration settingscan be set or m

4-22ScreensCell Configuration - E-GSM, DCS 1800, PCS 1900Cell Configuration - E-GSM, DCS 1800, PCS 19001. Activated When Activated is displayed, the Ag

4-23ScreensCell Configuration - E-GSM, DCS 1800, PCS 1900See Also Screens: Cell Configuration (Settable)2. Amplitude This field changes the RF generator

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4-24ScreensCell Configuration - E-GSM, DCS 1800, PCS 19004. Aux BCCH This field allows selection of data and clock outputs.NOTE This is not featured in

4-25ScreensCell Configuration - E-GSM, DCS 1800, PCS 19008. Control Ch This field selects the control channel organization.Choices SD/4 selects a broadc

4-26ScreensCell Configuration - E-GSM, DCS 1800, PCS 190012. MAIO1 This field is the integer mobile-allocation index offset 1 (MAIO1). It offsets thecyc

4-27ScreensCell Control - Active CellCell Control - Active CellThis screens allows you to set up a call with the mobile to be tested and gives youacce

4-28ScreensCell Control - Active Cell4. Bit Error This field displays the bit error or fast bit error measurements screen depending onwhich mode has be

4-29ScreensCell Control - Active Cell13. Pwr Ramp This field displays the power mask and, (option 006 only), pulse measurementsscreens.14. Pwr Zero Thi

4-30ScreensCell Control - Active Cell21. TX Level(Mobile)The TX Level shows the amplitude of the signal to be used by the mobile phone.This can be cha

4-31ScreensCell Control - Active Cell +Cell Control - Active Cell +This screen displays all the properties of the Active Cell screen plus five extra fie

4-32ScreensCell Control - Active Cell +5. Single/Hop This field selects whether communication between the Agilent 8922M/S and themobile phone will be o

4-33ScreensCell Control - Test ModeCell Control - Test ModeThis screens allows you to test the mobile phone without a call being set up.1. GSM900E-GSM

viSafety InformationSafety InformationThe following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operationof this instrument. Fail

4-34ScreensCell Control - Test Mode3. Channel This field displays the channel number the Agilent 8922M/S is taking measurementsfrom. For a GSM900 mobil

4-35ScreensCell Control - CW GeneratorCell Control - CW GeneratorThis screens allows you to set the Agilent 8922M/S up as a CW Signal Generator.1. Bas

4-36ScreensCell Control - CW Generator4. Active CellTestModeCW GeneratorThis field selects the test mode of the Agilent 8922M/S. The types are:• Active

4-37ScreensCell Control 2Cell Control 21. Adj Cell This field selects which adjacent cell SACCH measurement result to display. Theadjacent cells are pr

4-38ScreensCell Control 25. Caller This field indicates who initiated the current call.• MS indicates mobile station initiation.• BS indicates base sta

4-39ScreensCell Control 29. Connect This field selects how an Mobile Station (MS) originated call will be connected.Choices Manual connection means tha

4-40ScreensCell Control 212. DRX This field turns the discontinuous reception (DRX) mode of the mobile station on oroff.13. DTX This field turns the dis

4-41ScreensCell Control 219. MM This field displays the latest events from the Mobility Management sublayer.• Loc Upd• Ident• Auth• TMSI• Inactive• Act

4-42ScreensCell Control 2NOTE This field is not featured in the Agilent 8922S.22. Pages This field indicates the number of calls (pages) made to the mo

4-43ScreensCell Control 225. RACHs This field indicates the number of RACHs received during the current call or sincethe last Reset.26. Relative MSTimi

viiSafety InformationDO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHEREDo not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.DO NOT REMOVE T

4-44ScreensCell Control 229. RF Anl AmplControlThis field selects control of the RF analyzer’s amplitude setting field.Choices MS TX Lev automatically s

4-45ScreensCell Control 231. SACCH Meas These fields indicate the measurement results of a slow associated control channelmeasurement.• TX Lev indicate

4-46ScreensCell Control 232. Signaling Choices Normal will cause the call to follow the normal GSMrecommended signaling sequences.Limited will elimina

4-47ScreensCell Control 234. Speech Gain This field sets the amplification of the Cond speech mode.NOTE This field is not featured in the Agilent 8922S.

4-48ScreensCell Control 238. Timeslot This field selects the timeslot for the traffic channel selected in the TCH Parms field.Range 2 through 639. Timing

4-49ScreensConfigureConfigure1. Aux RF In This field is used to indicate losses or gains between the AUX RF IN port and thedevice under test.NOTE This f

4-50ScreensConfigure2. Aux RF OutNOTE This field is only used when the RF Level Offset field is set to On.This field is used to indicate losses or gains

4-51ScreensConfigure8. I/O Config This field allows you to access the I/O configuration screen. This screen allows youto select your printer configuration

4-52ScreensConfigure14. Reference This field selects the external reference frequency that the instrument locks to, andsets the reference tuning mode.Ch

4-53ScreensConfigure17. RF Level Offset This field enables/disables the effects of the RF In/Out, Aux RF Out, and AuxRF In fields below it.• When set to

viiiSafety SymbolsSafety SymbolsThe following symbols on the instrument and in the manual indicate precautions whichmust be taken to maintain safe ope

4-54ScreensCW MeasurementCW Measurement1. Amplitude(Expected Input)This field is the input amplitude to be assumed at the selected RF analyzer input.Th

4-55ScreensCW Measurement3. CW Power This field displays the measured CW power. This measurement is valid only fornon-pulsed signals at the front-panel

4-56ScreensFast Bit ErrorFast Bit Error1. Amplitude (BaseStation)This field changes the RF generator amplitude. It is a duplicate of the RF generator’s

4-57ScreensFast Bit Error5. IntermediateResultsThis field displays the number of bits that have been tested during a measurementthat is currently runni

4-58ScreensFast Bit Error10. MS Loopback This field is used to enter or display the Round Trip Delay (RTD) of the mobile(expressed in number of TDMA fr

4-59ScreensI/O ConfigurationI/O Configuration1. Data Length This field sets the Serial Port word length.Choices 7 bits8 bits2. External DiskSpecificatio

4-60ScreensI/O Configuration5. Form Feed This field allows you to select a form feed. This field is independent of FF at Startand FF at End.6. HP-IB Adrs

4-61ScreensI/O Configuration13. Parity This field selects parity for the rear panel serial port.Choices NoneOddEvenAlways 1Always 014. Print Adrs This fi

4-62ScreensI/O Configuration18. Rcv Pace This field is used to select if data will be paced through the serial port.Choices None disables the Xon/Xoff f

4-63ScreensLoggingLoggingIMPORTANT Option 003 must be installed and an external Protocol Logger must be connected forLogging functions to work.For ful

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4-64ScreensMeasurement SyncMeasurement SyncThis screen defines settings that determine how synchronization will occur for anyof the following measureme

4-65ScreensMeasurement Sync4. Burst Sel This field selects the burst that the measurement will synchronize to.Choices 0123Ext is used for selecting bur

4-66ScreensMeasurement Sync8. Demod Arm This field arms or disarms triggering for digital demodulation. It is identical to theDemod Arm State field on t

4-67ScreensMeasurement Sync13. Midamble StartBit Position/SyncPattern StartPositionIf Midamble Start Bit Position is displayed, the number displayed r

4-68ScreensMeasurement Sync17. Sync PatternStart PositionThis field is only displayed when Burst Type is set to User Def. It selects the startingbit po

4-69ScreensMessageMessageThis screen makes a record of any messages. Up to 10 messages can be displayed. Ifthe 10-message limit is exceeded, the lates

4-70ScreensMS Information / SignalingMS Information / Signaling1. AuthenticationModeChoices None results in no authentication being performed. (This f

4-71ScreensMS Information / Signaling• You must enter an Authentication Key (Ki). If no Ki is entered, a defaultvalue of 0 is used.• When an authentic

4-72ScreensMS Information / Signaling7. MS BandCapabilityThis field displays the value encoded in the Frequency Capability bits of the mobilestation cl

4-73ScreensMS Information / Signaling14. Power Class This field displays the power class of the mobile station, as sent by the mobilestation during a c

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4-74ScreensMS Information / SignalingRAND This field displays the RAND number when the Authentication Mode is Full. Youmust enter the RAND number (and

4-75ScreensOscilloscope, Main ControlsOscilloscope, Main Controls1. AF Anl In This field selects the AF analyzer input.Choices Scope In selects the SCO

4-76ScreensOscilloscope, Main Controls2. Controls This field selects the set of oscilloscope controls.Choices MainTriggerMarker3. Marker This field disp

4-77ScreensOscilloscope, Trigger ControlsOscilloscope, Trigger Controls1. AF Anl In This field selects the AF analyzer input.Choices Scope In selects t

4-78ScreensOscilloscope, Trigger Controls2. Auto/Norm Auto automatically triggers a sweep if a triggering signal is not detected within~50 ms of the e

4-79ScreensOscilloscope, Trigger Controls10. Reset This field is used to arm a sweep trigger when Single is selected.11. Scope Lvl This field selects th

4-80ScreensOscilloscope, Marker ControlsOscilloscope, Marker Controls1. AF Anl In This field selects the AF analyzer input.Choices Scope In selects the

4-81ScreensOscilloscope, Marker Controls2. Controls This field selects the set of oscilloscope controls.Choices MainTriggerMarker3. Marker This field di

4-82ScreensOutput RF Spectrum, Main View (Option 006 Only)Output RF Spectrum, Main View (Option 006 Only)The Agilent 8922M/S uses a 3-pole synchronous

4-83ScreensOutput RF Spectrum, Main View (Option 006 Only)4. Mode This field selects the Output RF Spectrum measurement Mode.Choices Ramping measures t

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4-84ScreensOutput RF Spectrum, Trace View (Option 006 Only)Output RF Spectrum, Trace View (Option 006 Only)This view displays output RF spectrum power

4-85ScreensOutput RF Spectrum, Trace View (Option 006 Only)3. MarkerPos This field controls the marker position.Choices MarkerPos selects the position

4-86ScreensPhase and Frequency Error - Multiburst OFFPhase and Frequency Error - Multiburst OFF1. Amplitude This is a copy of the RF Analyzer Amplitud

4-87ScreensPhase and Frequency Error - Multiburst OFF3. ON/OFF This field enables or disables multi-burst measurement. The default for this field isOFF.

4-88ScreensPhase and Frequency Error - Multi-burst ONPhase and Frequency Error - Multi-burst ONNOTE When multiburst is turned on, display update rate

4-89ScreensPhase and Frequency Error - Multi-burst ON3. Errors This field displays the number of bursts which could not be used as part of an overallca

4-90ScreensPhase and Frequency Error - Multi-burst ON8. Sync Status This field displays any errors that occurred while trying to synchronize to thedemo

4-91ScreensPhase/Freq, Phase ErrPhase/Freq, Phase ErrThis view displays phase error versus time. The vertical range is scaled to themeasurement. The h

4-92ScreensPhase/Freq, Phase Err4. Midamble This field provides the option of specifying the bits used for calculating an idealphase trajectory. (The D

4-93ScreensPhase/Freq, Data BitsPhase/Freq, Data BitsThis screen displays the measured demodulated data bits and tags indicating howeach bit was inter

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4-94ScreensPhase/Freq, Data BitsNOTE When measuring noisy signals (approx 10° rms), define your entire burst as a UserDefined Sync Pattern, and select

4-95ScreensPwr Ramp: Rise EdgePwr Ramp: Rise EdgeThis view displays the rising portion of the amplitude envelope with the amplitudemask superimposed.

4-96ScreensPwr Ramp: Rise Edge4. Mask This field turns the amplitude mask on or off.NOTE In PCS 1900 mode only (requires HP/Agilent 83220A/E) this fiel

4-97ScreensPwr Ramp, Top 2 dBPwr Ramp, Top 2 dBNOTE When multiburst is turned on, display update rate for power versus time and phasetraces will be sl

4-98ScreensPwr Ramp, Top 2 dB4. Mask This field turns the amplitude mask on or off.NOTE In PCS 1900 mode only (requires HP/Agilent 83220A/E) this field

4-99ScreensPwr Ramp, Fall EdgePwr Ramp, Fall EdgeNOTE When multiburst is turned on, display update rate for power versus time and phasetraces will be

4-100ScreensPwr Ramp, Fall Edge3. Marker Pos This field sets the marker position. The marker position is settable in units ofdivision (div) only.4. Mas

4-101ScreensPwr Ramp: SummaryPwr Ramp: SummaryNOTE When multiburst is turned on, display update rate for power versus time and phasetraces will be slo

4-102ScreensPwr Ramp: Summary3. Flatness This field displays the positive and negative amplitude peaks relative to the averagepower over the useful bit

4-103ScreensPwr Ramp: Summary9. View This field selects alternate views of the measurement.Choices Rise EdgeTop 2 dBFall EdgeSummaryIf you have option

1-11Installing Your Agilent 8922M/S

4-104ScreensPwr Ramp: Pulse (Option 006 Only)Pwr Ramp: Pulse (Option 006 Only)1. Amplitude This is a copy of the RF Analyzer Amplitude field. This is t

4-105ScreensPwr Ramp: Pulse (Option 006 Only)4. Meas Sync (SyncStatus)This field displays any errors that occurred while trying to synchronize to thede

4-106ScreensPwr Ramp: Pulse (Option 006 Only)9. Trig Delay This field sets the time delay between a valid trigger event and the beginning of ameasureme

4-107ScreensPwr Ramp: Pulse Rise (Option 006 Only)Pwr Ramp: Pulse Rise (Option 006 Only)This view displays Pulse On/Off power spectral density versus

4-108ScreensPwr Ramp: Pulse Rise (Option 006 Only)4. POnOffRise This field displays the measured amplitude at the rise-position time relative to theave

4-109ScreensPwr Ramp: Pulse Fall (Option 006 Only)Pwr Ramp: Pulse Fall (Option 006 Only)This view displays Pulse On/Off power spectral density versus

4-110ScreensPwr Ramp: Pulse Fall (Option 006 Only)3. MarkerPos This field selects the marker position for the rising trace.Choices MarkerPosFall PosRan

4-111ScreensRF Generator / RF Analyzer (AF Gen)RF Generator / RF Analyzer (AF Gen)1. Amplitude This field is the AF Generator Audio Out amplitude setti

4-112ScreensRF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Analyzer)RF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Analyzer)1. Accuracy This field selects the input accuracy of the RF

4-113ScreensRF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Analyzer)3. Amplitude This field is the input amplitude to be assumed at the selected RF Analyzer input.The

1-2Installing Your Agilent 8922M/SUsing this ChapterUsing this ChapterUse the following procedure to get the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S powered-upco

4-114ScreensRF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Analyzer)10. Hop Trig This field selects whether the RF Analyzer is armed or disarmed to accept a hoptrigger

4-115ScreensRF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Gen)RF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Gen)1. Amplitude This is the amplitude entry field. The amplitude shown i

4-116ScreensRF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Gen)4. DC AM This field selects the status of DC AM. When the instrument mode is Activated (seeScreens: Cell

4-117ScreensRF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Gen)9. Pulse This field selects pulse modulation and triggering. When Activated (see Screens:Cell Configurati

4-118ScreensServiceServiceThis screen is documented in the service documentation.To escape, press .PREV

4-119ScreensSMS Cell BroadcastSMS Cell Broadcast1. Broadcast Status This field indicates whether there is a valid (”Sending”) or invalid (”Idle”) messa

4-120ScreensSMS Cell Broadcast4. Language This field selects the data coding scheme used for the message. “Default GSM” setsthe value of the data codin

4-121ScreensSMS Cell Broadcast6. Message Fields This field can be toggled between Basic and All. In the default state, Basic, the onlymessage attribute

4-122ScreensSpectrum Analyzer, Main Controls (Option 006 Only)Spectrum Analyzer, Main Controls (Option 006 Only)This screen displays the Spectrum Anal

4-123ScreensSpectrum Analyzer, Main Controls (Option 006 Only)2. Center Freq This field sets the center frequency when the RF Analyzer’s Hop Mode is se

1-3Installing Your Agilent 8922M/SFuses and Power CordsFuses and Power CordsCAUTION Before plugging this instrument into the Mains (line) voltage, be

4-124ScreensSpectrum Analyzer, RF Gen Controls (Option 006 Only)Spectrum Analyzer, RF Gen Controls (Option 006 Only)1. Amplitude This field sets the RF

4-125ScreensSpectrum Analyzer, Marker Controls (Option 006 Only)Spectrum Analyzer, Marker Controls (Option 006 Only)1. Controls This field selects the

4-126ScreensSpectrum Analyzer, Marker Controls (Option 006 Only)6. Position This field sets the Marker Position for the trace.Range 0 to 10 divisions.7

4-127ScreensSpectrum Analyzer, Auxiliary ControlsSpectrum Analyzer, Auxiliary Controls1. Controls This field selects the alternate Controls of the Spec

4-128ScreensSpectrum Analyzer, Auxiliary Controls3. RF Input This field selects the RF input port for the spectrum analyzer.Choices RF IN/OUTAUX RF INR

4-129ScreensTestsTestsInstrument BASIC Refer to chapter 8, Instrument BASIC for information about the Tests Screen.

4-130ScreensTests

5-15Keys

5-2KeysKey MapKey Map

5-3KeysFunction KeysFunction Keys1. ADRS This key is used to display the GPIB address.See AlsoScreens: Config2. ASSIGN This key is used to assign globa

1-4Installing Your Agilent 8922M/SFuses and Power CordsPower CordsAgilent PartAgilent

5-4KeysFunction Keys6. CELL CONFIG This key accesses the Cell Config screen, giving access to Base Station emulationparameters.See AlsoScreens: Cell Co

5-5KeysFunction Keys12. INCR SET This key is used to display or set the increment value.1 Press .2 Enter an increment value using the DATA keys.13. LO

5-6KeysFunction Keys15. MEAS SYNC This key is used to access the measurement synchronization screen.See AlsoScreens: Measurement Sync16. METER This ke

5-7KeysFunction Keys24. RCV CALL This key configures the so that it will receive a mobile phoneoriginated call. It is not necessary to press this key

5-8KeysFunction Keys26. REF SET This key is used to set a reference if you want a measurement result to be offset by acertain value.To Set a Reference

5-9KeysFunction Keys28. RFG/RFA This key is used to access the RF Generator/RF Analyzer screen, and gain directcontrol over the internal source and re

5-10KeysLocal KeysLocal KeysL1, L2 Keys L1 and L2 are local keys. They are used to move between fields on the screenthat is currently displayed.To Assi

5-11KeysGlobal KeysGlobal KeysG1, G2, G3 Keys G1 through G3 ( - (G1), - (G2), or - (G3) are global keys. They can access fields that are not display

5-12KeysUnits KeysUnits KeysUnits in some field types can be changed by pressing an applicable units key.• Pressing a units key while the cursor is pos

6-16ConnectorsNOTE: If you have the Agilent 8922M/S Option 010 Multi-Band Test System, refer to theappropriate Agilent 8922 Multi-Band User’s Guide fo

1-5Installing Your Agilent 8922M/SInstallation OverviewInstallation Overview1 Connect a 1, 2, 5, 10, or 13 MHz signal to the REF IN. If you are using

6-2ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/SFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies8922M/S1. AUX RF IN The auxil

6-3ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S3. CLOCK(DEMODULATIONOUT)(Agilent 8922MOnly)The clock connector is connected to

6-4ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S5. DATA(DEMODULATIONOUT)(Agilent 8922MOnly)This connector is the digital demodu

6-5ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S8. IN HI (AUDIO) The input high connector is connected to the audio analyzer in

6-6ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S10. IN/OUT DATA(MODULATION)(Agilent 8922MOnly)Data Input This connector is a da

6-7ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S12. MON/SPEECH(Agilent 8922MOnly)This connector is the output of the audio anal

6-8ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S15. PULSE(MODULATION)(Agilent 8922MOnly)The PULSE connector connects to the hop

6-9ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S18. TRIGGER IN(MEASURE)The measurement trigger input is the trigger source for

6-10ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/SRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies8922M/S1. 10 MHz OUT The 10 MH

6-11ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S3. AM This connector is used in conjunction with the HP/Agilent 83220A and HP/A

1-6Installing Your Agilent 8922M/SInstallation Overview3 Access the CONFIG screen to customize the set-up of your Agilent 8922M/S.This is done by:• Mo

6-12ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/SElectrical Characteristics of the DAI/EMMIThe state of a signal pin is defined b

6-13ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/SGeneral PurposeAgilentAgilentAgilentGeneral PurposeGeneral Purpose

6-14ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S6. OPT 001 REFOUTThe option 001 reference output connector, when present, is co

6-15ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S7. Parallel Port This port is used with printers requiring a parallel interface

6-16ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S9. Protocol Interface This port is only available if Option 003 is fitted. It al

6-17ConnectorsRear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S12. SERIAL PORT The serial interface port is a multipin connector. It is connec

6-18ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSSystem Bus PinNumber OverviewTable 2-1 System Bus Connector Pin Numb

6-19ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSDEMOD_DATA,DEMOD_CLK,DEMOD_VALIDDATA-Pin 22 CLK-Pin 4 VALID-Pin 23 OutputsThese are the digital demodu

6-20ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSPULSE_MOD_IN Pin 6 InputThis is the pulse modulation input. This signal is connected directly in paral

6-21ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSRP_DMOD_TRIG Pin 7 InputThis is the rear-panel trigger signal input for digital demodulation. It conne

1-7Installing Your Agilent 8922M/SInstallation Overview4 To guarantee the correct operation of the Agilent 8922M/S with all mobilephones, you should u

6-22ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSRP_HOP_ADRS0,throughRP_HOP_ADRS9,RP_HOP_ADRS10ADRS0-Pin 12, ADRS1-Pin 31 ADRS2-Pin 13, ADRS3-Pin 32 AD

6-23ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSRP_HOP_INHIBIT Pin 30 InputThis is the rear-panel internal hop inhibit input. It connects to the hop c

6-24ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSRP_RX_HOP Pin 10 InputThis is the rear-panel trigger signal input for hopping the RF analyzer (if sele

6-25ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSRP_TXD, RP_RXD TXD-Pin 37 RXD-Pin 18 Output/InputThese are the rear-panel serial transmit data and rea

6-26ConnectorsSignal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUSUSE_MEM_EXT_TRIG27 Pin InputThis is the external trigger source for Use Mem.When Trig Source is Ext (s

6-27ConnectorsTiming DiagramsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-2 Digital Demodulation Timing Specification Table

6-28ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-3 Digital Demod Timing Diagram

6-29ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-4 Frequency Hop Timing Specification Table

6-30ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-5 RF Generator Hop (Address Source = Ext) Timing Diagram

6-31ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-6 RF Analyzer Hop (Address Source = Ext) Timing Diagram

1-8Installing Your Agilent 8922M/SGeneral InformationGeneral InformationOperation andStorageEnvironmentRefer to General Specifications in the Agilent 8

6-32ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-7 RF Generator Hop (Address Source = Int) Timing Diagram

6-33ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-8 RF Analyzer Hop (Address = Int) Timing Diagram

6-34ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-9 Reset Hop Once (Address Source = Int) Timing Diagram

6-35ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-10 Reset and Hold Hop (Address Source = Int) Timing Diagram

6-36ConnectorsTiming DiagramsFigure 6-11 Hop Inhibit (Address Source = Int) Timing Diagram

7-17MessagesMessages can be reviewed by pressing , (MSSG). If youhave the Agilent 8922M/S Option 010 Multi-Band Test System, there may beadditional er

7-2MessagesCommunication FailuresCommunication FailuresThe following four messages require you to cycle power on the instrument tocontinue any operati

7-3MessagesFirmware ErrorFirmware ErrorDuring a power-up cycle the following error message may appear;Firmware revision error in module XXXXXTake a no

7-4MessagesSync StatusSync StatusThis field displays any errors that occurred while trying to synchronize thedemodulated data. Some screens use this fie

7-5MessagesProtocol Error MessagesProtocol Error MessagesA protocol error may be generated by one of six sources.• Expiry of a timer• An error detecte

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7-6MessagesTimersTimersThe following is a brief description of the timers.Physical LayerTimerT100 Radio Link Failure”Loss of SACCH on uplink.”Data Lin

7-7MessagesTimersCall Control Timers.T301 Call Received timer”MS failed to connect.”T303 Call Present timer”MS failed to respond to SETUP with CALL_CO

7-8MessagesDisconnectsDisconnectsPhysical LayerDisconnectsPhysical Hardware interface layer error codes are proprietary to the Agilent8922M/S. The defi

7-9MessagesDisconnectsRadio ResourceLayer DisconnectsThe RR sub-layer only generates timer expiry error codes.”Call disconnected: RR Error: 0x00??”Cau

7-10MessagesDisconnects0x0051 Invalid call reference value.0x0058 Incompatible destination.0x005f Invalid message, unspecified.0x0060 Mandatory inform

7-11MessagesProtocol Log Examples Of Typical Calls.Protocol Log Examples Of Typical Calls.We often have requests for ‘What is a good call supposed to

7-12MessagesMonitoring For Protocol Failure And Recovery During Test.Monitoring For Protocol Failure And Recovery DuringTest.The Agilent 8922M/S provi

8-18Instrument BASIC

8-2Instrument BASICAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Instrument BASIC OverviewAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Instrument BASICOverviewThe Agilent 8922M/S cont

8-3Instrument BASICAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Instrument BASIC OverviewPrograms That Use the TESTS SubsystemThe TESTS subsystem’s capabilities were

ContentsContents-1Declaration of Conformity... vSales and Service Offices...

2-2Making MeasurementsUsing This ChapterUsing This ChapterUse this chapter to obtain an overview of how to operate the Agilent 8922M/S GSMTest Sets.Th

8-4Instrument BASICConfiguration and Instrument ControlConfiguration and Instrument ControlControllingHP 8922M/SFunctionsThe Agilent 8922M/S’s IBASIC c

8-5Instrument BASICConfiguration and Instrument ControlHardwareConnections andAgilent 8922M/SConfigurationAgilent 8922M/S provides an RS-232 Serial por

8-6Instrument BASICConfiguration and Instrument ControlSerial PortConfiguration forProgrammingConnecting the Serial Port1 Connect an RJ-11/RS-232 adapt

8-7Instrument BASICConfiguration and Instrument ControlConfiguring theAgilent 8922M/S1 Access the Agilent 8922M/S’s I/O CONFIGURE screen.2 Set Serial I

8-8Instrument BASICConfiguration and Instrument Control1 Load and run HP AdvanceLink on your PC.2 Set the Global Configuration settings.a Keyboard: USAS

8-9Instrument BASICConfiguration and Instrument ControlVerifying Serial Portto IBASICOperation1 Access the Agilent 8922M/S’s TESTS screen.2 Select IBAS

8-10Instrument BASICLoading, Storing, and RunningLoading, Storing, and RunningThis section describes loading, storing, and running both IBASIC program

8-11Instrument BASICLoading, Storing, and RunningStoring IBASICPrograms OnMemory Cards1 Use the previous procedure to download your program into the A

8-12Instrument BASICLoading, Storing, and RunningFigure 8-2 Loading a Test Procedure3 Select the Procedure field. Refer to item (3), see Figure 8-3 o

8-13Instrument BASICLoading, Storing, and RunningNOTE The Test Procedure file should have a Test Library file with the same name. Refer tothe Programm

2-3Making MeasurementsAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Operating ModesAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Operating ModesThis section details the procedures nece

8-14Instrument BASICLoading, Storing, and RunningFigure 8-4 Test Procedure and Test Library Files3 Select the Procedure field shown by item (3), see

8-15Instrument BASICLoading, Storing, and RunningFigure 8-5 Making a Test Procedure FileRunning a TestSequence1 Select the Run Test field.2 Follow di

8-16Instrument BASICEntering and Editing ProgramsEntering and Editing ProgramsThe IBASIC Controller screen is the “computer” for the TESTS subsystem.

8-17Instrument BASICEntering and Editing ProgramsUsing HP-IB The easiest way to enter and edit a program is to create it on your computer, usingyour c

8-18Instrument BASICEntering and Editing ProgramsOther PROG CommandsTwo additional PROG Commands are used to prepare the Agilent 8922M/S’sIBASIC Contr

8-19Instrument BASICEntering and Editing ProgramsLine-by-line Entry and EditingProgram lines in the Agilent 8922M/S’s RAM can be entered and edited on

8-20Instrument BASICMemory CardsMemory CardsThis section contains information about memory cards and about programming theAgilent 8922M/S. You are als

8-21Instrument BASICMemory CardsFigure 8-7 Inserting a Memory CardTypes of Memory CardsTwo types of memory cards may be purchased from Agilent Techno

8-22Instrument BASICMemory CardsInitializing an SRAM Memory CardAn SRAM memory card must be initialized before it can be used. Initialize theSRAM memo

8-23Instrument BASICMemory CardsSetting the Write-Protect SwitchThe SRAM memory card’s write-protect switch lets you secure its contents frombeing acc

2-4Making MeasurementsAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Operating ModesTo configure the Agilent 8922M/S to the desired operating mode, carry out thefollowin

8-24Instrument BASICMemory CardsNOTE Test Procedure files are identified in the IBASIC screen when a catalog (CAT) isdone. A lowercase “p” is prefixed

8-25Instrument BASICMemory CardsThe Memory Card BatteryA memory-card battery should last between 3 and 5 years depending on its use.Write the date a b

8-26Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemThis section describes the concepts and tasks as

8-27Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemFigure 8-10 TESTS Subsystem File RelationshipTESTS SubsystemScreensThe TESTS subsystem u

8-28Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemFigure 8-11 The Main TESTS Subsystem ScreenTESTS SubsystemUser-InterfaceScreensThe TESTS

8-29Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemIBASICProgrammingIBASIC gives you control over the internal functionality of the Agilent

8-30Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemFigure 8-12 Test Execution ConditionsTo Have Testing Stop or Continue on a UUT FailureRe

8-31Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemTo Select Printing ConditionsRefer to item (3) in Figure 8-12 on page 8-30.Output Results

8-32Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemUsing AutostartEnsure the Autostart field toggle is set to On (see Figure 8-13 on page 8-3

8-33Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem5 Select the Yes/No field and decide if the test is to be run on all channels (selectYes)

2-5Making MeasurementsACTIVE CELLACTIVE CELLThis is the default mode after cycling the power or selecting .A functional mobile phone will lock on (cam

8-34Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemTest Sequence as described below.3 When finished editing sequence select to return to te

8-35Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem1 and select the field Test Function at the bottom of the screen.2 From the list of Choi

8-36Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem1 Select the front-panel key, and then the Test Function Edit Cnfg.A configuration screen

8-37Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemFigure 8-17 Instrument-Configuration ScreenProgram Structure for TESTS Subsystem Program

8-38Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemProgram ExampleThe following example IBASIC program uses the basic algorithm shown above

8-39Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem490 IF T_it$=”Y” THEN500 PRINT TABXY(2,6),”RX FREQUENCY = “,Rx_f510 PRINT

8-40Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem1110 Calling_name$=I_o$[4;21]1120 Model$=I_o$[27;21]1130 I1addr=VAL(TRIM$(I_o$[5

8-41Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS SubsystemProgram Listing ExplanationThe following is line-by-line explanation of the commands show

8-42Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem590: Initialize I_o$ to a null string.600: I_o$ holds the value of the return string.610:

8-43Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem880: Indicate that one of the tests have failed.890: The goto for the end of the program.

2-6Making MeasurementsACTIVE CELLFigure 2-2 Active Cell ModeMaking a Call Fromthe Agilent 8922M/Sto the Mobile PhoneTo call (or page) the mobile phon

8-44Instrument BASICProgramming and Using the TESTS Subsystem1230: Set the lower limit from the value in the string.1240: Set the upper limit from the

A-1AAPPENDIX A

A-2APPENDIX APurposePurposeNOTE This feature is not available on the Agilent 8922S.Protocol Logging captures protocol messages to and from the mobile

A-3APPENDIX AEquipment RequiredEquipment Required❒ HP/Agilent 37900D (Latest Revision).❒ HP/Agilent 37967A HP/Agilent 8922G protocol monitor applicati

A-4APPENDIX AConnecting the Agilent 8922M to the HP/Agilent 37900DConnecting the Agilent 8922M to the HP/Agilent 37900DFigure A-1 Cabling Setup - Fro

A-5APPENDIX ASetting Up the Agilent Technologies 8922MSetting Up the Agilent Technologies 8922MCamp On Firstly, the Mobile Station should be "cam

A-6APPENDIX ASetting Up the HP/Agilent 37900DSetting Up the HP/Agilent 37900DCheck Software Ensure that HP/Agilent 37966B and HP/Agilent 37967A softwa

A-7APPENDIX ASetting Up the HP/Agilent 37900DFrom the HP/Agilent 37900D start-up screen highlight MANUAL MODE. Selectuntil CONFIGURATION is highlighte

A-8APPENDIX AHow to Obtain a Protocol LogHow to Obtain a Protocol LogNOTE Protocol units are stored in a buffer in the Agilent 8922M until a certain n

A-9APPENDIX AHow to Obtain a Protocol LogAgilent 8922MLoggingStart-upTo log protocol messages into the Agilent 8922M1 Select Log/Pause2 Select Clear L

2-7Making MeasurementsACTIVE CELLPress the following keys to do this:• , (MS INFO)• Move the cursor to the Paging IMSI field and enter the IMSI using

A-10APPENDIX AHow to Obtain a Protocol LogSystemInformationsentand receivedOnce the call is up, then System Information messages will begin to appear

A-11APPENDIX AAdditional InformationAdditional InformationLogging Screen The logging screen gives you control over the Protocol Interface port on the

A-12APPENDIX AAdditional Information4. Pass Filter The Pass Filter allows you to select only the category ofprotocol messages you want logged into the

A-13APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallProtocol Log of a Typical CallFor brevity, the protocol log shown in the User’s Guide is in a shorter form

A-14APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallBase originated callTo TCH1 non-hopped, ARFCN 30Timeslot 4, SD/4organizationHST->CC CC_SETUP_REQ Frame

A-15APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical Callport Frame 2446738DL->RR DL_UNIT_DATA SACCH RR Measurement Report 06 15 37 7700 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00

A-16APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallMM->RR RR_SYNC Frame 2446875RR->DL DL_DATA SDCCH RR Assignment Command 06 2e 0c a0 1e 0f 63 01Frame

A-17APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallPH->DL PH_DATA FACCH_F I Nr0 Ns1 P0 CR0 SAPI0 M0 CC AlertingFrame 2446988DL->DL READY_TO_SEND FACCH_

A-18APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallDL->PH PH_DATA FACCH_F I Nr3 Ns0 P0 CR1 SAPI0 M0 CC Connect Ac-knowledge Frame 2447099PH->DL READY_T

A-19APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallDL->DL READY_TO_SEND FACCH_F Frame 2447716DL->RR DL_ESTABLISH FACCH_F Frame 2447717DL->PH PH_DATA

2-8Making MeasurementsACTIVE CELLThere may be many reasons for the measured level not being close to the expectedlevel. The two most likely are that,

A-20APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallPH->DL READY_TO_SEND SACCH Frame 2448976DL->PH PH_DATA SACCH_TF UI P0 CR1 SAPI0 M0 RR System Informa

A-21APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallFrame 2449020DL->DL READY_TO_SEND FACCH_F Frame 2449020DL->PH PH_DATA FACCH_F UI P0 CR1 SAPI0 M0 RR

A-22APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallInter-cell handover completeCall termination HST->CC CC_DISC Frame 2449729CC->MM MM_DATA CC Disconne

A-23APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical CallRR->DL DL_DATA FACCH_F CC Release Complete 03 2a Frame 2449801CC->MM MM_RELEASE Frame 2449801MM->

A-24APPENDIX AProtocol Log of a Typical Call

B-1BGlossary

B-2GlossaryARFCN Absolute Radio Frequency Channel NumberBCH The BCH (Broadcast Channel) is a beacon which is alwaysturned on so that mobile can look o

B-3GlossaryBurst-by-BurstBit Error RateThe Burst-by-Burst Bit Error Measurement makes use of a newloopback path within the mobile to calculate the equ

B-4Glossaryonly uses one burst in 26. When the FACCH steals control fromthe TCH small drop-outs in the speech can often be heard.Frame A repetitive co

B-5GlossaryRPE-LTP Regular Pulse Excitation Long Term Prediction. A commonlyused technique for converting voice from analog to digital form.This is th

2-9Making MeasurementsTEST MODETEST MODETo enter this mode, select TEST MODE as described in the section titled “Agilent8922M/S Operating Modes”.In TE

B-6Glossary

IndexIndex-1AABORTS, A-8from the Agilent 8922M, A-8sending to HP/Agilent 37900D, A-8absolute radio frequency channelnumber, 4-17, 4-18, 4-23, 4-24, 4-

IndexIndex-2Bit Error Test, 4-12Bits to TestBit Error Test, 4-12buffers, A-11Burst LengthMeasurement Sync, 4-64Burst NumberMeasurement Sync, 4-64Burst

IndexIndex-3trols), 4-127Spectrum Analyzer (Main Controls), 4-122Spectrum Analyzer (Marker Controls),4-125Spectrum Analyzer (RF Gen Controls),4-124COP

IndexIndex-4frequency analyzer test, 3-10Frequency ErrorPhase/Freq, 4-86Phase/Freq (Multi-burst), 4-89frequency errorcontinuous wave, 4-54frequency er

IndexIndex-5Kkeys, 5-2assign, 5-3average, 5-3cancel, 5-3cell configuration screen, 5-4cell control screen, 5-3end call, 5-4G1, 5-11G2, 5-11G3, 5-11glo

IndexIndex-6Output RF Spectrum (Trace View), 4-85Phase/Freq (Phase Err), 4-91Pwr Ramp (Fall Edge), 4-100Pwr Ramp (Rise Edge), 4-95Pwr Ramp (Top 2 dB),

IndexIndex-7OTP memory cards, 8-21open loop AGC calibrationRF analyzer, 4-113Open/Auto DAC ValueRF Analyzer, 4-114open-loop AGCRF analyzer, 4-112opera

IndexIndex-8Pseudo-Random Bit Sequence, 4-42PulseRF Generator, 4-117pulse demodulation testRF analyzer, 3-12pulse measurement, 2-16pulse modulationRF

IndexIndex-9Audio, 4-4Bit Error, 4-8, 4-11Cell Configuration - DCS 1800, 4-22Cell Configuration - E-GSM, 4-22Cell Configuration - E-GSM900, 4-22Cell C

2-10Making MeasurementsTEST MODENOTE While the Test Mode is selected, the three MEASURE ON parameters are alsoavailable on the bottom right-hand side

IndexIndex-10Pulse Rise, 4-108Pwr Ramp (Fall Edge), 4-100Pwr Ramp (Rise Edge), 4-96Pwr Ramp (Summary), 4-102Pwr Ramp (Top 2 dB), 4-98sync status messa

IndexIndex-11oscilloscope, 4-76vertical sensitivityoscilloscope, 4-76ViewOutput RF Spectrum (Main View), 4-83Pwr Ramp, 4-103volumespeaker, 4-6WWantedP

2-11Making MeasurementsTEST MODECode is not known, it can be determined and corrected from measurementsdescribed later. Refer to the “Advanced Feature

ContentsContents-24 ScreensField Types ... 4-2Audio ...

2-12Making MeasurementsCW GENERATORCW GENERATORTo enter this mode, select CW GENERATOR as described in the section titled“Agilent 8922M/S Operating Mo

2-13Making MeasurementsMeasurementsMeasurementsThe measurements available on the Agilent 8922M/S can all be accessed from thecell control screen by se

2-14Making MeasurementsMeasurementsAfter making one type of measurement, another can be made by simply pressing and, using the knob, selecting the nex

2-15Making MeasurementsMeasurementsPhase andFrequency ErrorMeasurementPhase error and frequency error are measures of the modulation and noiseperforma

2-16Making MeasurementsMeasurementsThese are:• PHASE ERR - this displays the phase error graphically. The phase error trace isdisplayed using an autos

2-17Making MeasurementsMeasurementsThe power ramp measurements are divided into three screens where you can viewdifferent parts of the signal and one

2-18Making MeasurementsMeasurementsPulse Measurements(Available if Option006, SpectrumAnalyzer, is Fitted)If you have option 006 (spectrum analyzer) i

2-19Making MeasurementsMeasurementsBit Error RateMeasurementThe Bit Error Rate measurement allows you to test the sensitivity of the mobilephone’s rec

2-20Making MeasurementsMeasurementsBy varying the Base station Amplitude field (4), you can test the mobile phone’sreceiver sensitivity. Actual results

2-21Making MeasurementsMeasurementsThis sets the reference level to which the offset frequency values are compared.• Select Ramping or Modulation (3).

ContentsContents-3Pwr Ramp, Fall Edge ...4-99Pwr Ramp: Summary ...

2-22Making MeasurementsMeasurementsIn the Agilent 8922, Output RF Spectrum measurements are made using a 3-polesynchronously tuned measurement filter.

2-23Making MeasurementsMeasurementsTable 3 Adjusted Limits Based on 3-Pole Filter Output RF Spectrum Due toModulationPowerControlLevelOffset from Carr

2-24Making MeasurementsMeasurementsSpectrum Analyzer(Available if Option006, SpectrumAnalyzer, is Fitted)The spectrum analyzer allows you to view the

2-25Making MeasurementsMeasurementsNOTE The RF Generator and spectrum analyzer can be tuned to different frequenciesallowing the inspection of the IF

2-26Making MeasurementsMeasurementsScope The oscilloscope function of the Agilent 8922M/S allows you to view thedemodulated signal from the mobile pho

2-27Making MeasurementsMeasurementsAudio The audio function measures the audio frequency and voltage of the demodulatedsignal from the mobile phone or

2-28Making MeasurementsMeasurementsCW Measurement The CW Measurement screen displays the carrier frequency and power of acontinuous (non-pulsed) signa

2-29Making MeasurementsMeasurementsNOTE Although CW Measurements is a broadband measurement, it uses calibration datathat relies on the expected input

2-30Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementThis section tells you what to do if either of th

2-31Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementFigure 2-16

ContentsContents-46 ConnectorsFront-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S ... 6-2Rear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies

2-32Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementPossible Solutions toMessage Line ErrorsThe signal processing hardware that is used to g

2-33Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementTrigger Range For Pulsed RF

2-34Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementIs an Error MessageDisplayed in theSync Status field?The sync status field displays an er

2-35Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementPossible Solutions toSync Status ErrorsSolution 1 - Trigger TimingCheck if the trigger i

2-36Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementSolution 2 - Midamble SyncOn the MEAS SYNC screen (press to gain access),• Check the def

2-37Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementSolution 3 - LevelCheck the following fields on the RF Generator/RF Analyzer screen (pre

2-38Making MeasurementsIf You Have Problems with a MeasurementSolution 4 - Amplitude Envelope• Check if the Pulse Amplitude is ± 1 dB of the expected

2-39Making MeasurementsAdvanced FeaturesAdvanced FeaturesOther Screens The screens mentioned in this section are not necessary for simple measurement

2-40Making MeasurementsAdvanced Features• SMS Cell Broadcast - the SMS CB screen allows you to test whether the mobilephone is capable of correctly re

2-41Making MeasurementsAdvanced FeaturesPower Ramp SettingTimeThe mobile transmitter output ramp should settle so that it complies with the powermask

ContentsContents-5A APPENDIX APurpose ...A-2Equipment Requi

2-42Making MeasurementsAdvanced FeaturesThe beginning of the 0 sample bin will be between 0 and 75µS (bit 0 - 20) after thetrigger as the sampler runs

2-43Making MeasurementsAdvanced FeaturesNOTE The GPIB requires the use of base 10 values, 432h = 1074d, for example:SERV:LATCH:VAL 1074.The value ente

2-44Making MeasurementsAdvanced FeaturesUnexpectedOperationsThese are descriptions of operations which may be unclear to the user as to how theyoccurr

2-45Making MeasurementsAdvanced Features9 The RF Generator may become uncalibrated in a hopping situation when the lastCW frequency setting was outsid

2-46Making MeasurementsAdvanced Features12 Some measurement results may be displayed as ---- due, for example, tomobile failure. The measurement has b

2-47Making MeasurementsAdvanced Features

3-13Verifying Performance

3-2Verifying PerformanceAbout This ChapterAbout This ChapterThe tests in this chapter verify the electrical performance of the Agilent 8922M/SGSM Test

3-3Verifying PerformanceSetting up the TestsSetting up the TestsThis chapter contains the following information:Getting the RightTest EquipmentRequire

3-4Verifying PerformanceGetting the Right EquipmentGetting the Right EquipmentThe following equipment is required to do all of the performance tests.

ContentsContents-6

3-5Verifying PerformanceInstalling and Operating the SoftwareInstalling and Operating the SoftwarePerformance Test Software is supplied on a 3.5-inch,

3-6Verifying PerformanceInstalling and Operating the SoftwareForward ConversionTo return the instrument from an Agilent 8922G back to an Agilent 8922M

3-7Verifying PerformanceUnderstanding the TestsUnderstanding the TestsThis section describes the theory of each performance test, lists the equipmentn

3-8Verifying PerformanceUnderstanding the TestsTest 02: SignalGenerator SpectralPurityEquipment RequiredHP/Agilent 8566B Spectrum AnalyzerTheory of th

3-9Verifying PerformanceUnderstanding the TestsTest 04: SignalGenerator 0.3GMSK ModulationEquipment Required (excluding Agilent 8922S)HP/Agilent 8904A

3-10Verifying PerformanceUnderstanding the TestsTest 06: AudioFrequency AnalyzerEquipment RequiredHP/Agilent 8904A Option 001/002Multifunction Synthes

3-11Verifying PerformanceUnderstanding the Testsfaulty also. If the front panel reading from the UUT is significantly different fromthe printed “measu

3-12Verifying PerformanceUnderstanding the Testsclock signal. The option does not have GPIB control so the program cannot verifythat the option is ope

3-13Verifying PerformanceUnderstanding Test FailuresUnderstanding Test FailuresThis section is intended to be used in conjunction with the Agilent 892

3-14Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsNOTE: If you have the Agilent 8922M/S Op

iWarrantyWarrantyThis Agilent Technologies instrument product is warranted against defects in material andworkmanship for a period of one year from da

3-15Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsOutputSupplemental Characteristics:Frequency OverrangeTo 1015 MHz with uncalibrated

3-16Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsSpectral Purity0.3 GMSK ModulationAfter one timeslot, 577µs, from an isolated RF Ge

3-17Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S Specifications30 dB Pulse Modulation (Agilent 8922M only)All timeslots 30 dB higher than desired/

3-18Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsRF AnalyzerSpecificationsFrequencyCW RF Frequency MeasurementCW RF Power Measuremen

3-19Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsPeak/Transmitter Carrier Power MeasurementRF In/Out only. After one timeslot, 577 µ

3-20Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsAccuracy (ON/OFF 40 dB, RF In/Out only)Amplitude Envelope MeasurementAfter one ti

3-21Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsPhase and Frequency MeasurementsAfter one timeslot, 577µs, from an isolated Receive

3-22Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsFM Demodulation Output (Agilent 8922M only)Pulse Demodulation Output (Agilent 8922M

3-23Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsOutput RF Spectrum Measurement (Requires Option 006)After one timeslot, 577µs, from

3-24Verifying PerformanceAgilent Technologies 8922M/S SpecificationsSpectrum AnalyzerSpecifications(Option 006)Frequency Range 10 MHz to 1 GHzFrequency