Agilent Technologies N9010A User manual

Agilent EXA Signal Analyzer N9010A
Configuration Guide
This EXA configuration guide will help you determine
which performance options, measurement applications,
accessories, and services to include with your new
EXA or to add as upgrades to an existing EXA.
N9010A EXA
Signal Analyzer
Eliminating the Compromise Between speed and price

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This step-by-step process will help you configure your EXA. Capabilities that are
listed as standard come with the instrument at no additional charge. Tailor the
performance, exterior, and service packages to meet your requirements. Ordering
optional capabilities at time of purchase provides the lowest overall cost. For
detailed specifications, refer to the EXA Signal Analyzer Specification Guide,
(Literature number N9020-90001). For a summary of specifications, refer to the
EXA Signal Analyzer Data Sheet (Literature number 5989-6529EN).
Agilent EXA Signal Analyzer
Step 1. Select maximum frequency range (required option; frequency range not upgradeable)
Description Option number Additional information
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 3.6 GHz N9010A-503 Comes standard with 10 MHz analysis bandwidth
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 7 GHz N9010A-507 Comes standard with 10 MHz analysis bandwidth
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 13.6 GHz N9010A-513 Comes standard with 10 MHz analysis bandwidth
Frequency range, 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz N9010A-526 Comes standard with 10 MHz analysis bandwidth
Step 2. Choose frequency reference
Description Option number Additional information
Frequency reference Standard Aging rate: ±1 x 10–6 / year
Precision frequency reference, 10 MHz N9010A-PFR Reduces frequency drift resulting in more accurate measurements
Aging rate: ±1 x 10–7 / year
Step 3. Choose analysis bandwidth
Description Option number Additional information
10 MHz analysis bandwidth Standard Useful for most 2G and 3G measurement applications
25 MHz analysis bandwidth N9010A-B25 Measures wideband signals such as LTE and multicarrier W-CDMA
Step 4. Choose an attenuator
Description Option number Additional information
Mechanical attenuator Standard 10 dB steps, 0 to 60 dB
Fine step attenuator N9010A-FSA Allows 2 dB steps for the full 60 dB range of the mechanical
attenuator.
Electronic attenuator up to 3.6 GHz N9010A-EA3 Add in addition to the mechanical attenuator; 1 dB steps, 0 to 24 dB

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Step 5. Add a preamplifier (preamplifiers are not standard)
Description Option number For low level signal detection
Preamplifier, 100 kHz to 3.6 GHz N9010A-P03 +20 dB: 100 kHz to 3.6 GHz
Compatble with all frequency range options
Step 6. Add Optional features
Description Option number Additional information
Basic EMI precompliance features N9010A-EMC Perform EMI precompliance measurements with CISPR 16-1-1
detectors and bandwidths. Tune & listen and measure at marker
are also available.
Step 7. Choose to upgrade to dual core CPU, additional removable HDD, or solid state drive
Description Option number Additional information
Upgrade to dual core processor N9010A-PC2 Faster CPU for speed enhancement.
with removable hard drive Standard CPU also has removable hard drive.
Additional removable hard drive N9010A-HDD Provides a fully-imaged removable hard drive in addition to the one that
comes with the analyzer.
Removable solid state drive N9010A-SSD Substitute the removable hard disk drive with a solid state drive.
substitution
Step 8. Choose measurement application software and its license type
Note: The last two letters of ordering numbers indicate the license type. FP stands for Fixed Perpetual, TP for Transportable Perpetual. It is recommended you configure each
application with the same license type. Visit www.agilent.com/find/xseries_transportable for more information about transportable licenses.
Description Ordering number Additional information
Fixed Transportable
Licenses Licenses
Spectrum analyzer Standard not applicable Traditional spectrum analysis; plus many new and enhanced
measurment application functions; power measurements based on industry specifications;
SCPI programmable
Remote language compatibility N9061A-1FP not available Adds capability to emulate the 8566/68 on X-Series
for 8566/68
Remote language compatibility N9061A-2FP not applicable Adds capability to emulate the HP/Agilent 856xE/EC on
for 856xE/EC the X-Series signal analyzers
Analog demodulation N9063A-2FP N9063A-2TP Adds one-button measurement for AM/FM/PM demodulation
measurement application with metrics, tune and listen and AF spectrum
Phase noise measurement N9068A-2FP N9068A-2TP Adds one-button measurements for analyzing phase noise in
application frequency domain (log plot) and time domain (spot frequency)
Noise figure measurement N9069A-1FP N9069A-1TP Adds one-button measurements for noise figure, gain, and
application (requires (requires related metrics; requires preamplifier to meet specifications;
preamplifier) preamplifier) works with Agilent N400xA Series smart noise sources

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Step 8. Choose measurement application software and its license type (Continued)
Description Ordering number Additional information
Fixed Transportable
Licenses Licenses
GSM/EDGE measurement N9071A-2FP N9071A-2TP Adds one button, standard compliant, GSM/GPRS/EDGE
application measurement capability
EDGE Evolution N9071A-3FP N9071A-3TP Adds EDGE Evolution (EGPRS2) measurements in EVM,
measurement application (requires (requires PvT and ORFS
N9071A-2FP) N9071A-2TP)
Single acquisition combined N9071A-XFP N9071A-XTP A SCPI-command-based measurement approach that allows
GSM/EDGE measurement (requires (requires manufacturing users to make accelerated measurements for
N9071A-2FP) N9071A-2TP) high-volume, high-throughput production
cdma2000® measurement N9072A-2FP N9072A-2TP Adds one-button power measurements and modulation analysis to
application help you quickly and easily test your cdma2000/cdmaOne base
stations and user equipment
W-CDMA measurement N9073A-1FP N9073A-1TP Standards-based, one-button W-CDMA measurements
application
HSDPA/HSUPA N9073A-2FP N9073A-2TP Adds HSDPA/HSUPA measurements to the W-CDMA
measurement application (requires (requires application
N9073A-1FP) N9073A-1TP)
Single acquisition combined N9073A-XFP N9073A-XTP A SCPI-command-based measurement approach that allows
W-CDMA measurement (requires (requires manufacturing users to make accelerated measurements for
N9073A-1FP) N9073A-1TP) high-volume, high-throughput production
802.16 OFDMA N9075A-2FP N9075A-2TP Standards-based, one-button Mobile WiMAX™ measurements
measurement application
1xEV-DO measurement N9076A-1FP N9076A-1TP Compliant with 3GPP2 TSG-C specifications; supports
application modulation analysis on forward and reverse link signals for
1xEV-DO Rel 0, Rev A, and is industry leading for Rev B
TD-SCDMA measurement N9079A-1FP N9079A-1TP Quick power measurements such as transmit power, power
application versus time, occupied bandwidth, adjacent channel power,
spectrum emission mask, and more
HSPA/8PSK measurement N9079A-2FP N9079A-2TP Allows modulation analysis measurements viewable as composite
application (requires (requires EVM, constellation diagram, code domain power, I/Q error, and more
N9079A-1FP) N9079A-1TP)
LTE measurement application N9080A-1FP N9080A-1TP Adds LTE (FDD) measurements
Single acquisition combined N9074A-XFP N9074A-XTP A SCPI-command-based measurement approach that allows
Fixed WiMAX measrement (requires (requires manufacturing users to make accelerated measurements for
application Option B25) Option B25) high-volume, high-throughput production
Single acquisition combined N9077A-XFP N9077A-XTP A SCPI-command-based measurement approach that allows
WLAN measrement (requires (requires manufacturing users to make accelerated measurements for
application Option B25) Option B25) high-volume, high-throughput production

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Step 8. Choose measurement application software and its license type (Continued)
Description Ordering number Additional information
Fixed Transportable
Licenses Licenses
iDEN/WiDEN/MotoTalk N6149A-2FP N6149A-2TP
measurement application
DVB-T/H measurement N6153A-2FP N6153A-2TP Adds one-button, standard based power measurements and
application modulation analysis of the DVB-T/H application
DTMB measurement N6156A-2FP N6156A-2TP Adds one-button, standard based power measurements and
application modulation analysis of the DTMB application
89600 VSA software 89601A 89601A Provides in-depth signal troubleshooting. Uses mouse and keyboard
control with .COM API. General purpose or standard-specific
modulation analysis options available, including 3G, LTE, HSPA,
HSPA+, WLAN, WiMAX, RFID, and more. See Step 9 or
www.agilent.com/find/89600 for a complete list of ordering
numbers and options.
VXA vector signal analyzer 89601X 89601X Brings vector signal analysis to the test rack with SCPI
measurement application programming and hardkey/softkey interface;
see www.agilent.com/find/vxa for more information
VXA Basic VSA-Lite 89601XFP-205 89601XTP-205 Adds high resolution FFT-based spectrum and time-domain
measurements, time gating, AM/FM/PM demodulation,
statistical measurements; required option at initial order
of 89601X
VXA X-Series connectivity 89601XFP-333 89601XTP-333 Required option at initial order of 89601X
(requires 205) (requires 205)
VXA vector modulation 89601XFP-AYA 89601XTP-AYA Adds general purpose digital modulation for 2-16 FSK, 2-8 PSK
analysis (requires 205/333) (requires 205/333) and 16-1024 QAM as well as over 15 additional formats;
VXA WLAN modulation 89601XFP-B7R 89601XTP-B7R Adds IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/j/p WLAN modulation analysis
analysis (requires 205/333) (requires 205/333)
MATLAB®- Basic Signal N6171A-M01 not available Adds MATLAB software environment and the Instrument
Analysis Package Control Toolbox – use this configuration to configure, control,
and acquire data from the EXA for basic signal analysis; not
upgradable after the instrument shipped
MATLAB - Standard Signal N6171A-M02 not available Adds MATLAB Basic Signal Package plus the Communications
Analysis Package Toolbox and Signal Processing Toolbox – use this configuration
to filter or demodulate signals, automate measurements,
analyze or visualize data, or build test systems; not upgradable
after the instrument shipped
MATLAB - Advanced Signal N6171A-M03 not available Adds MATLAB Standard Signal Package plus the Filter Design
Analysis Package Toolbox, RF Toolbox, and SystemTest – use SystemTest
software to develop, manage, and execute test routines
developed in MATLAB; not upgradable after the instrument shipped

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Step 9. Add the following options if you choose 89601A
Description Option number Additional information
Basic VSA software 89601A-200 Required
Hardware connectivity 80601A-300 Required
Flexible vector modulation analysis 89601A-AYA
3G modulation analysis bundle 89601A-B7N This is an ordering convenience equivalent to Options B7T, B7U,
B7W, B7X
cdma2000®/1xEV-DV modulation 89601A-B7T
analysis
W-CDMA/HSPA (enhanced) 89601A-B7U
modulation analysis
1xEV-DO modulation analysis 89601A-B7W
TD-SCDMA modulation analysis 89601A-B7X
WLAN modulation analysis 89601A-B7R
IEEE 802.16-2004 OFDM 89601A-B7S
modulation analysis
IEEE 802.16 OFDMA 89601A-B7Y
modulation analysis
TEDS modulation analysis & test 89601A-BHA
RFID modulation analysis 89601A-BHC
LTE modulation analysis 89601A-BHD
Link to ADS software 89601A-105
Link to MathWorks Simulink 89601A-106
Simulation and Model-Based
Design

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Step 10. Choose physical instrument configuration
Description Option number Additional information
Bench top configuration Standard Provides two side carrying straps, four rear feet and four bottom feet
with a tilt stand; a front panel protective cover is included
Portable configuration N9010A-PRC Provides a convenient, pivoting carrying handle and rubber protective
corners and end guards; this configuration is intended for applications
requiring more rugged packaging, such as in the field
EXA bench top configuration
EXA portable configuration

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Step 11. Add accessories
Description Option number Additional information
USB DVD-ROM/CD-R/RW drive N9010A-DVR 1 Enhances the usability of the Windows®XP Professional operating system
USB storage device, 4 GB N9010A-EFM 1 Enhances the usability of the Windows®XP Professional operating system
Hard transit case N9010A-HTC 1 Ultra-durable wheeled carrying case offers maximum protection
and portability
Keyboard, USB interface N9010A-KYB 1 Enhances the usability of the Windows®XP Professional operating system
(Note: Does not fit N9010A-BAG accessory pouch)
US 65 Key USB keyboard N9010A-KB2 1 Compact design fits in N9010A-BAG accessory pouch for
convenient storage
Accessory pouch N9010A-BAG Easily store and carry the N9010A-KB2 keyboard and USB mouse
in this attachable pouch
Minimum loss pad, 50 to 75 Ωs N9010A-MLP 50-Ω type-N male to 75 Ω BNC female adapter
(type-N to BNC) Frequency range: 9 MHz to 2 GHz
Input/output return loss: 20 db and 11 dB
Insertion loss: 5.7 dB
Mouse, USB interface Standard
Rack mount N9010A-1CM Adds rack mount flanges to the EXA
Front handles N9010A-1CN Adds front handles to the EXA
Rack mount with handles N9010A-1CP Adds rack mount flanges and front handles to the EXA
Rack slide N9010A-1CR Adds a non-tilting rack slide to the instrument
Getting Started Guide and Standard US – English localization, other languages to follow.
User’s Guide printed manuals All user documentation is included in the EXA embedded context help
system inside the EXA and on a CD that is shipped with the instrument.
User documentation can be downloaded from:
www.agilent.com/find/exa_manuals
For more information visit: www.agilent.com/find/accessories
1. Please see page 13 for a picture of this option
Step 12. Choose warranty length
Description Ordering number Additional information
1-year return-to-Agilent Standard 1-year warranty is included at no additional charge
warranty and service (R-51B-001-C)
3-year return-to-Agilent R-51B-001-3C Recommended upgrade
warranty and service

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Step 13.Add calibration, technical training, support and upgrade services
Description Ordering number Additional information
Commercial calibration N9010A-UK6 Calibration certificate only available at time of
certificate with test data instrument purchase; only provides measurement results
ISO 17025 Compliant N9010A-1A7 Provides ISO 17025A compliant calibration from factory
Calibration
ANSI Z540 Compliant N9010A-A6J Provides ANSI Z540 compliant calibration from factory
Calibration
Calibration service: R-50C-011-3 Agilent tests your instrument against its original specifications, and
Agilent upfront support plan, automatically makes adjustments if outside of specified parameters;
3-year term pre and post-adjustment measurement data reports are also provided
Calibration software: R-52A-001-3: 3-year term Software used to automate Agilent instrument calibrations;
Agilent inclusive R-52A-001-L: perpetual term a 3-year term or perpetual licenses are available
Compliant calibrations: R-52A-002-3: 3-year term Software used to automate Agilent instrument calibrations;
ISO 17025 and ANSI Z540 R-52A-002-L: perpetual license includes measurement uncertainty calculations and reports that are
compliant to ISO/IEC 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540 standards;
3-year term or perpetual licenses available
Service: remote scheduled PS-S10-100 Hourly phone-in technical support service designed to help you
productivity assistance understand and operate your equipment through convenient phone
and Web access
Service: 1-day start-up assistance PS-S20-01 Training on how to operate your instrument effectively; recommended
Service: productivity assistance PS-S20-100 Daily instrument and application consulting using your equipment and
device-under-test
Service: PS-X10-100 Application specific technical assistance
custom engineering service
Other calibration options may be available. For more information on calibration go to: www.agilent.com/find/calibration.
For more information on training and application support services go to: www.agilent.com/find/training

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Instrument Upgrades
Upgrade your existing EXA
In order to utilize the fast upgrade process, purchase these additional options within one
year of original purchase. Any upgrades purchased after one year may require calibration.
1. Place an order for the upgrade with Agilent and request to receive the option upgrade
entitlement certificate and a one-time software upgrade license through email
2. Redeem the certificate through the Web by following the instructions on the certificate
3. Install the license file and latest software in the EXA
4. Begin using the new capability
Installation and testing information is available at: www.agilent.com/find/exa_upgrades
Description Upgrade number Requirements (instrument must Additional information
already include the following)
Increase analysis bandwidth N9010AK-B25 None
from 10 MHz to 25 MHz
Preamplifier, 3.6 GHz N9010AK-P03 None None
Upgrade to the precision N9010AK-PFR None None
frequency reference
Basic EMI precompliance features N9010AK-EMC None
Upgrade to dual core processor N9010AK-PC2 Option N9010AK-PC2 is required Upgrades to a faster CPU for
with removable hard drive only for EXA units with speed enhancement. Standard
serial number prefixes US/MY/ CPU also has removable
SG5005 and earlier. hard drive.
Additional removable hard drive N9010AK-HDD Option N9010AK-PC2 is also required SSD and HDD cannot coexist
if EXA has serial number prefixes in the same instrument
US/MY/SG5005 and earlier
Additional removable N9010AK-SSD Option N9010AK-PC2 is also required SSD and HDD cannot coexist
solid state drive if EXA has serial number prefixes in the same instrument
US/MY/SG5005 and earlier
Portable configuration N9010AK-PRC None Not compatible with 1CM,
1CP, 1CN, 1CR
Front panel cover, additional N9010AK-CVR1None None
USB DVD-ROM/CD-R/RW drive N9010AK-DVR1 None None
Electronic attenuator, 3.6 GHz N9010AK-EA3 None None
USB storage device, 1 GB N9010AK-EFM1 None None
Fine step attenuator N9010AK-FSA None None
Hard transit case N9010AK-HTC1 None None
Keyboard, USB interface N9010AK-KYB1, 2 None
US 65 Key USB keyboard N9010AK-KB21None
Accessory Pouch N9010AK-BAG None
1. Please see page 13 for a picture of this option
2. Does not fit in N9010A-BAG accessory pouch