Agilent Technologies ESG series Configuration guide

Serial Number Prefixes:
Manual Supplement
Agilent Technologies
ESG Family Signal Generators
Option H99 (Revision B)
Part No. E4400-90376
Printed in USA
July 2000
© Copyright 2000 Agilent Technologies
(Affix Label Here)

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Contents
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1. Option Overview
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Option Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Option Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
A9 Output Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
2. Softkey and SCPI Command Reference
Softkey Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
2.100 MHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Baseband Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Through . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
SCPI Command Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Baseband Filter Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
3. Calibration
Operation Verification Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Power Level Accuracy Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3
AM Accuracy Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8
Performance Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10
Wideband CDMA ACP (Option H99 with H97/H98/100) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11
4. Service
Replaceable Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
A9 Output Board E4400-60155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
A9 Output Board E4400-60188 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
A9 Output Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
A9 Output Board Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
AT1 Mechanical Attenuator and A19 RPP Block Diagram Option H99 (Revision B) . . . . . .4-7
Post Repair Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8

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Manual Supplement 1-1
ESG Family Signal Generators
Option H99 (Revision B)
1Option Overview
This supplement provides information for the ESG-D and ESG-DP Option H99 (Revision
B) signal generator. This chapter provides a brief overview of the option along with option
requirements and compatibility.

Option Overview ESG Family Signal Generators
Overview Option H99 (Revision B)
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Overview
Option H99 (Revision B) provides improved adjacent channel power (ACP) performance
over Option H99 (Revision A) for wideband CDMA, and improved ACP over the standard
signal generator for IS-95 CDMA and TETRA. This option is compatible with the ESG-D
and ESG-DP series signal generators. In addition, it incorporates new softkeys and SCPI
commands that provide filtering capability which can be switched in the baseband path.
Option Requirements
Option H99 (Revision B) requires firmware version B.03.50 or greater and the installation
of at least one of the following options:
• Option UND (internal dual arbitrary waveform generator)
• Option UN3 (I/Q baseband generator with 1 Mbits of RAM)
• Option UN4 (I/Q baseband generator with 8 Mbits of RAM)
• Option UN8 (real-time I/Q baseband generator)
Option Compatibility
Option H99 (Revision B) is not compatible with the following options:
• Option UNA (alternate timeslot power level control)
• Option UNB (higher power with mechanical attenuator)
• Option H98 (W-CDMA receiver test baseband generator)
A9 Output Board
The A9 Output Board, E4400-60188, for Option H99 (Revision B) is a new part. This
replaces the Option H99 (Revision A) A9 Output Board, E4400-60155, for all Option H99
signal generator configurations except for the ones that have Option H98 installed. See
“Replaceable Parts” on page 4-2 for more information.
An Option H99 replacement kit has been created (E4400-60228) to replace the
E4400-60155 A9 Output Board in signal generators without Option H98 installed. See
“A9 Output Board E4400-60155” on page 4-2 for more information.

Manual Supplement 2-1
ESG Family Signal Generators
Option H99 (Revision B)
2Softkey and SCPI Command Reference
This chapter describes the ESG-D and ESG-DP Option H99 (Revision B) signal generator
softkeys and SCPI commands.

Softkey and SCPI Command Reference ESG Family Signal Generators
Softkey Reference Option H99 (Revision B)
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Softkey Reference
Option H99 (Revision B) signal generators have additional softkeys
that control the filtering at the output of the I and Q modulation
drivers.
NOTE The 2.100 MHz baseband filter is automatically selected whenever a
wideband CDMA format is activated.
2.100 MHz
Selects a 2.100 MHz lowpass baseband filter at the output of the I and
Q modulation drivers. The 2.100 MHz baseband filter is automatically
selected when a wideband CDMA format is activated.
Softkey Location: I/Q > Baseband Filter > 2.100 MHz
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats >
W-CDMA (3GPP 3.1 12-99) >W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter > 2.100 MHz
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats > W-CDMA (Rev 1.0-1.2) >
W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter > 2.100 MHz
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats > W-CDMA (Trial 1998) >
W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter > 2.100 MHz
Or: Mode >Arb Waveform Generator >Dual ARB >ARB Setup >Baseband Filter >
2.100 MHz
Baseband Filter
Opens a menu for selecting a filter at the output of the I and Q
modulation drivers.
Default: Through
Softkey Location: I/Q > Baseband Filter
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats >
W-CDMA (3GPP 3.1 12-99) >W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats > W-CDMA (Rev 1.0-1.2) >
W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats > W-CDMA (Trial 1998) >
W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > Dual ARB > ARB Setup > Baseband Filter

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ESG Family Signal Generators Softkey and SCPI Command Reference
Option H99 (Revision B) Softkey Reference
Through
Removes filtering from the output of the I and Q modulation drivers.
Softkey Location: I/Q > Baseband Filter > Through
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats >
W-CDMA (3GPP 3.1 12-99) >W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter > Through
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats > W-CDMA (Rev 1.0-1.2) >
W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter > Through
Or: Mode > Arb Waveform Generator > CDMA Formats > W-CDMA (Trial 1998) >
W-CDMA Define > Baseband Filter > Through
Or: Mode >Arb Waveform Generator >Dual ARB >ARB Setup >Baseband Filter >
Through

Softkey and SCPI Command Reference ESG Family Signal Generators
SCPI Command Reference Option H99 (Revision B)
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SCPI Command Reference
Option H99 (Revision B) signal generators have an additional SCPI command that
controls the filtering at the output of the I and Q modulation drivers.
Baseband Filter Selection
[SOURce:]:DM:BBFilter 2.1MHz|THRough
[SOURce:]:DM:BBFilter?
Selects the type of filtering at the output of the I and Q modulation drivers. The choices are
a 2.100 MHz baseband filter or through (no filtering). The 2.100 MHz is automatically
selected when a wideband CDMA format is activated.
*RST value: Through

Manual Supplement 3-1
ESG Family Signal Generators
Option H99 (Revision B)
3Calibration
This chapter contains the operation verification and the performance tests specific to
testing the ESG-D and ESG-DP Option H99 (Revision B) signal generator.

Calibration ESG Family Signal Generators
Operation Verification Tests Option H99 (Revision B)
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Operation Verification Tests
The tests listed below are used in place of the operation verification tests with the same
names that are described in the ESG Family calibration guide. Use these tests, in addition
to the remaining operation verification tests listed in the calibration guide, to check the
Option H99 (Revision B) signal generator.
• Power Level Accuracy Check
• AM Accuracy Check

ESG Family Signal Generators Calibration
Option H99 (Revision B) Operation Verification Tests
Manual Supplement 3-3
Power Level Accuracy Check
Performing this check will provide a high level of confidence that the power level circuitry
of the signal generator is functioning correctly. This check does not test the signal
generator to warranted specifications. Test points have been reduced and the limits are
degraded in order to minimize measurement time and take into account a broad range of
measurement uncertainties. To have the signal generator tested to warranted
specifications, a complete power level accuracy performance test is required. If you are
unable to perform this test, contact your nearest Agilent Technologies service center for
information regarding calibration.
Connect the Test Equipment for Setup 1
Figure 3-1 Power Level Accuracy Equipment Setup 1
Configure the Signal Generator
1. Preset the signal generator to normal (factory-defined) preset conditions.
2. Press Frequency. Enter 277 using the numeric keypad and press the kHz terminator
softkey.
3. Press Amplitude. Enter 7 using the numeric keypad and press the dBm terminator
softkey.
4. Press Mod On/Off. The MOD OFF annunciator is displayed.
5. Press RF On/Off. The RF ON annunciator is displayed.
Configure the Power Meter
1. Zero and calibrate the power meter to the sensor’s reference calibration factor.
2. Set the power meter to measure absolute log power (dBm).
Measure the Power Level Accuracy
1. Set the power levels and the frequencies shown in Table 3-1 on page 3-4.
2. Set the power sensor’s calibration factor for each frequency.
3. Record the measured power level in Table 3-1 on page 3-4 and compare it to the
corresponding limits.

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Operation Verification Tests Option H99 (Revision B)
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Table 3-1 Power Level Accuracy Measurement Points for Setup 1
Frequency
Setting Power Level Setting (dBm) Lower Limit (dBm) Measured Power (dBm) Upper Limit (dBm)
277 kHz +7 6.3 7.7
0−0.7 0.7
−15 −15.7 −14.3
2.516 MHz +7 6.3 7.7
0−0.7 0.7
−15 −15.7 −14.3
270.1 MHz +7 6.3 7.7
0−0.7 0.7
−15 −15.7 −14.3
990.1 MHz +7 6.3 7.7
0−0.7 0.7
−15 −15.7 −14.3
1350.1 MHz +7 6.3 7.7
0−0.7 0.7
−15 −15.7 −14.3
2310.1 MHz +7 5.9 8.1
0−1.1 1.1
−15 −16.1 −13.9
2985.1 MHz +7 5.9 8.1
0−1.1 1.1
−15 −16.1 −13.9
3225.1 MHz +7 5.9 8.1
0−1.1 1.1
−15 −16.1 −13.9
4000 MHz +7 5.9 8.1
0−1.1 1.1
−15 −16.1 −13.9

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Connect the Test Equipment for Setup 2
Figure 3-2 Power Level Accuracy Equipment Setup 2
Configure the Signal Generator
1. Press Frequency. Enter 277 using the numeric keypad and press the kHz terminator
softkey.
2. Press Amplitude. Enter −15 using the numeric keypad and press the dBm terminator
softkey.
Configure the Spectrum Analyzer
1. Preset the spectrum analyzer.
2. Set the analyzer to external 10 MHz reference.
3. Set the center frequency to 277 kHz.
4. Set the frequency span to 100 Hz. (This will result ina1Hzresolution bandwidth with
a digital filter.)

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Measure the Power Level Accuracy
1. Connect the RF OUTPUT of the signal generator through the 6 dB attenuator to the RF
input of the spectrum analyzer.
2. Transfer the Measured Power (dBm) column results for each frequency at −15 dBm
from Table 3-1 on page 3-4 to the Power Meter Reading for −15 dBm column found in
Table 3-2.
3. On the spectrum analyzer, select Marker Normal Mode and then select the Peak Search
function. This activates the marker and sets it to the signal peak.
4. On the spectrum analyzer, ensure that the marker is at the signal peak and use the
MKR-> menu to set the marker to the reference level. If necessary, select Peak Search to
ensure that the marker is at the signal peak.
5. With the marker at signal peak, select the Marker Delta function. This will set the marker
to measure relative amplitude from a reference of 0 dB. If the marker reads other than
0 dB, select Marker Normal,Peak Search, and Marker Delta until the marker reads 0 dB.
6. Decrease the signal generator amplitude to −55 dBm.
7. Select Peak Search to ensure that the spectrum analyzer marker is at the signal peak.
Record the marker reading in the Spectrum Analyzer Marker column of Table 3-2.
8. Decrease the signal generator amplitude to −85 dBm.
9. Select Peak Search to ensure that the spectrum analyzer marker is at the signal peak.
Record the marker reading in the Spectrum Analyzer Marker column of Table 3-2.
10. Return the spectrum analyzer reference level back to −15 dBm and the signal
generator amplitude to −15 dBm. Set the signal generator frequency and the spectrum
analyzer’s center frequency to the next frequency listed in Table 3-2 and repeat the
process from Step 3 until all of the frequencies have been measured and recorded.
Calculate the Actual Power Level
1. Calculate and record the Actual Power Level as the sum of the Power Meter Reading for
−15 dBm and the Spectrum Analyzer’s Marker value.
For example:
• Power Meter Reading for −15 dBm at 2.516 MHz = −14.95 dBm
• Spectrum Analyzer Marker at 2.516 MHz and Power Level Setting at
−85 dBm = −70.17 dB
• Actual Power Level at 2.516 MHz and −85 dBm: (−14.95) + (−70.17) = −85.12 dBm
2. Compare the calculated Actual Power Level value to the corresponding limits.

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Table 3-2 Power Level Accuracy Measurement Points for Setup 2
Frequency
Setting
Power
Level
Setting
(dBm)
Power
Meter
Reading
for
−15 dBm
Spectrum
Analyzer
Marker
(dB)
Lower
Limit
(dBm)
Actual
Power
Level
(dBm)
Upper
Limit
(dBm)
277 kHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
2.516 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
270.1 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
990.1 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
1350.1 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
2310.1 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
2985.1 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
3225.1 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8
4000 MHz −15 0 (Ref) N/A N/A N/A
−55 −56.2 −53.8
−85 −86.2 −83.8

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AM Accuracy Check
Connect the Test Equipment
Figure 3-3 AM Accuracy Equipment Setup
Configure the Signal Generator
1. Preset the signal generator to normal (factory-defined) preset conditions.
2. Press AM >AM Off On. The AM annunciator is displayed.
3. Press the AM Rate softkey. Enter 1 using the numeric keypad and press the kHz
terminator softkey.
4. Press Amplitude. Enter 7 using the numeric keypad and press the dBm terminator
softkey.
5. Check that the MOD ON annunciator is displayed. If not, press Mod On/Off.
6. Press RF On/Off. The RF ON annunciator is displayed.
Configure the Measuring Receiver
1. Reset the measuring receiver.
2. Set the measuring receiver to AM mode.
3. Turn on Peak+ detector.
4. Turn on the 300 Hz high-pass filter.
5. Turn on the 3 kHz low-pass filter.
Measure the Deviations
1. Set the signal generator to the frequencies, and depths shown in Table 3-3 on page 3-9.
2. Record the AM depths measured and compare them to the limits shown in Table 3-3 on
page 3-9.

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Table 3-3 AM Accuracy Measurement Points
Frequency Depth (%) Limits (%)
Lower Measured Upper
200 MHz 30 27.5 32.5
200 MHz 90 84.5 95.5
501 MHz 30 27.5 32.5
501 MHz 90 84.5 95.5
1000 MHz 30 27.5 32.5
1000 MHz 90 84.5 95.5

Calibration ESG Family Signal Generators
Performance Tests Option H99 (Revision B)
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Performance Tests
The Option H99 (Revision B) signal generator requires one or two other performance tests
in addition to the performance tests required by the standard signal generators. The signal
generator’s option mix will determine whether one or both tests need to be performed. Use
the following automated performance tests to check the ACP specifications unique to the
Option H99 (Revision B) signal generator:
• Wideband CDMA (Option H99 and 100)
• Wideband CDMA (Option H99 and H97/98)
The standard signal generator performance tests are described in the ESG Family
calibration guide.