Agilent Technologies 8922M User manual

User’s Guide
Agilent Technologies 8922M/S GSM Test Set
Agilent Part No. 08922-90211
Printed in UK
January 1998

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Contents
Contents-1
Declaration of Conformity.................................................................... v
Sales and Service Offices...................................................................viii
Agilent Technologies 8922M/S Documentation Description............... x
Typeface Conventions..........................................................................xi
1 Installing Your Agilent 8922M/S
Using this Chapter .............................................................................1-2
Fuses and Power Cords .....................................................................1-3
Installation Overview ........................................................................1-5
General Information...........................................................................1-8
2 Making Measurements
Using This Chapter............................................................................2-2
Agilent Technologies 8922M/S Operating Modes ............................2-3
ACTIVE CELL..................................................................................2-5
TEST MODE.....................................................................................2-9
CW GENERATOR..........................................................................2-12
Measurements..................................................................................2-13
If You Have Problems with a Measurement ...................................2-30
Advanced Features...........................................................................2-39
3 Verifying Performance
About This Chapter............................................................................3-2
Setting up the Tests............................................................................3-3
Getting the Right Equipment ............................................................3-4
Installing and Operating the Software ..............................................3-5
Understanding the Tests.....................................................................3-7
Understanding Test Failures ............................................................3-13
Agilent Technologies 8922M/S Specifications................................3-14

Contents
Contents-2
4 Screens
Field Types........................................................................................ 4-2
Audio ................................................................................................ 4-4
Bit Error ............................................................................................ 4-8
Bit Error 2 ....................................................................................... 4-11
Cell Configuration - GSM 900 ....................................................... 4-16
Cell Configuration - E-GSM, DCS 1800, PCS 1900 ..................... 4-22
Cell Control - Active Cell ............................................................... 4-27
Cell Control - Active Cell + ........................................................... 4-31
Cell Control - Test Mode ................................................................ 4-33
Cell Control - CW Generator ......................................................... 4-35
Cell Control 2 ................................................................................. 4-37
Configure ........................................................................................ 4-49
CW Measurement ........................................................................... 4-54
Fast Bit Error .................................................................................. 4-56
I/O Configuration ........................................................................... 4-59
Logging .......................................................................................... 4-63
Measurement Sync ......................................................................... 4-64
Message .......................................................................................... 4-69
MS Information / Signaling ............................................................ 4-70
Oscilloscope, Main Controls .......................................................... 4-75
Oscilloscope, Trigger Controls ....................................................... 4-77
Oscilloscope, Marker Controls ....................................................... 4-80
Output RF Spectrum, Main View (Option 006 Only) .................... 4-82
Output RF Spectrum, Trace View (Option 006 Only) .................... 4-84
Phase and Frequency Error - Multiburst OFF................................. 4-86
Phase and Frequency Error - Multi-burst ON ................................. 4-88
Phase/Freq, Phase Err ..................................................................... 4-91
Phase/Freq, Data Bits ..................................................................... 4-93
Pwr Ramp: Rise Edge .................................................................... 4-95
Pwr Ramp, Top 2 dB ...................................................................... 4-97

Contents
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Pwr Ramp, Fall Edge ......................................................................4-99
Pwr Ramp: Summary ....................................................................4-101
Pwr Ramp: Pulse (Option 006 Only) ............................................4-104
Pwr Ramp: Pulse Rise (Option 006 Only) ....................................4-107
Pwr Ramp: Pulse Fall (Option 006 Only) .....................................4-109
RF Generator / RF Analyzer (AF Gen) ........................................4-111
RF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Analyzer) .................................4-112
RF Generator / RF Analyzer (RF Gen) .........................................4-115
Service ..........................................................................................4-118
SMS Cell Broadcast ......................................................................4-119
Spectrum Analyzer, Main Controls (Option 006 Only) ...............4-122
Spectrum Analyzer, RF Gen Controls (Option 006 Only) ...........4-124
Spectrum Analyzer, Marker Controls (Option 006 Only) ............4-125
Spectrum Analyzer, Auxiliary Controls .......................................4-127
Tests...............................................................................................4-129
5 Keys
Key Map ............................................................................................5-2
Function Keys....................................................................................5-3
Local Keys ......................................................................................5-10
Global Keys ....................................................................................5-11
Units Keys .......................................................................................5-12

Contents
Contents-4
6 Connectors
Front-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S ....... 6-2
Rear-Panel Connectors of the Agilent Technologies 8922M/S....... 6-10
Signal Descriptions for SYSTEM BUS ......................................... 6-18
Timing Diagrams............................................................................. 6-27
7 Messages
Communication Failures .................................................................. 7-2
Firmware Error ................................................................................. 7-3
Sync Status ....................................................................................... 7-4
Protocol Error Messages .................................................................. 7-5
Timers................................................................................................ 7-6
Disconnects ....................................................................................... 7-8
Protocol Log Examples Of Typical Calls........................................ 7-11
Monitoring For Protocol Failure And Recovery During Test. ........ 7-12
8 Instrument BASIC
Agilent Technologies 8922M/S Instrument BASIC Overview......... 8-2
Configuration and Instrument Control .............................................. 8-4
Loading, Storing, and Running ....................................................... 8-10
Entering and Editing Programs ...................................................... 8-16
Memory Cards................................................................................. 8-20
Programming and Using the TESTS Subsystem............................. 8-26

Contents
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A APPENDIX A
Purpose .............................................................................................A-2
Equipment Required.........................................................................A-3
Connecting the Agilent 8922M to the HP/Agilent 37900D .............A-4
Setting Up the Agilent Technologies 8922M ...................................A-5
Setting Up the HP/Agilent 37900D..................................................A-6
How to Obtain a Protocol Log..........................................................A-8
Additional Information...................................................................A-11
Protocol Log of a Typical Call........................................................A-13
B Glossary
.......................................................................................................... B-2
Index 1

Contents
Contents-6

i
Warranty
Warranty
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workmanship for a period of one year from date of shipment. During the warranty period,
Agilent Technologies will at its option, either repair or replace products which prove to be
defective.
For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to a service facility
designated by Agilent Technologies. Buyer shall prepay shipping charges to Agilent
Technologies and Agilent Technologies shall pay shipping charges, duties, and taxes for
products returned to Agilent Technologies from another country.
Agilent Technologies warrants that its software and firmware designated by Agilent
Technologies for use with an instrument will execute its programming instructions when
properly installed on that instrument. Agilent Technologies does not warrant that the
operation of the instrument, or software, or firmware will be uninterrupted or error free.
Limitation of Warranty
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate
maintenance by Buyer, Buyer-supplied software or interfacing, unauthorized modification
or misuse, operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product, or
improper site preparation or maintenance.
NO OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. AGILENT
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MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Limitation of Remedies and Liability
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REMEDIES. AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

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Responsibilities of the Customer
Responsibilities of the Customer
The customer shall provide;
1Access to the products during the specified periods of coverage to perform mainte-
nance.
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Technologies to service and/or maintain the products. (In so far as these items may
contain proprietary or classified information, the customer shall assume full
responsibility for safeguarding and protection from wrongful use.)
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Operating and Service Manuals.
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lamps, filters, fuses, seals, etc.
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measurements are traceable to the United States National Bureau of Standards and
Technology, to the extent allowed by the Bureau’s calibration facility, and to the
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Assistance
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For any assistance, contact your local Agilent Sales and Service Office. For a list of
contact information, see “Sales and Service Offices” on page ix.

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Notices
Notices
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TECHNOLOGIES MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO
THIS MATERIAL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED
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or DFAR 252.227-7015 (b)(2) (November 1995), as applicable in any technical data.
Copyright 200X Agilent Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Statement of Compliance
This product conforms to EN61010-1(1993) / IEC 1010-1(1990) +A1(1992) +A2(1994) /
CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1(1993) Safety requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use, and has been supplied in a safe condition. The
instruction documentation contains information and warnings which must be followed by
the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the instrument in a safe condition.

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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Information
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Information
This product has been designed to meet the protection requirements of the European
Communities Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive:
EN55011:1991 (Group 1, Class A)
EN50082-1:1992
- IEC 1000-4-2 (1995) ESD
- IEC 1000-4-3 (1995) Radiated Susceptibility
- IEC 1000-4-4 (1995) EFT
In order to preserve the EMC performance of this product, any cable which becomes worn
or damaged, must be replaced with the same type and specification.
Sound Emission
Manufacturer’s Declaration
This statement is provided to comply with the requirements of the German Sound
Emission Directive, from 18 January 1991.
This product has a sound pressure emission (at the operator position) < 70 dB(A).
❒Sound Pressure Lp < 70 dB(A).
❒At Operator Position.
❒Normal Operation.
❒According to ISO 7779:1988/EN 27779:1991 (Type Test).
Herstellerbescheinigung
Diese Information steht im Zusammenhang mit den Anforderungen der
Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung vom 18 Januar 1991.
❒Schalldruckpegel Lp < 70 dB(A).
❒Am Arbeitsplatz.
❒Normaler Betrieb.
❒Nach ISO 7779:1988/EN 27779:1991 (Typprfung).

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Declaration of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity
according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45014
Manufacturer’s Name: Agilent Technologies.
Agilent Technologies
South Queensferry
West Lothian, EH30 9TG
Scotland, United Kingdom
Manufacturer’s Address:
Declares that the product
Product Name:GSM MS Test Set
Model Numbers: Agilent Technologies 8922M and 8922S
Product Options: This declaration covers all options of the above products as detailed in
TCF A-5951-9852-02
Conforms with the protection requirements of European Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation
of the laws of the member states relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
Against EMC test specifications EN 55011:1991 (Group 1, Class A) and EN 50082-1:1992
As Detailed in: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Technical Construction File (TCF) No. A-5951-9852-02
Assessed by: Dti Appointed Competent Body
EMC Test Centre, GEC-Marconi Avionics Ltd.,
Maxwell Building, Donibristle Industrial Park,
KY11 5LB
Scotland, United Kingdom
Technical Report Number:6893/2200/CBR, dated 23 September 1997
Supplementary Information:
The product conforms to the following
safety standards: EN 61010-1(1993) / IEC 1010-1(1990) +A1(1992) +A2(1994) CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-93
EN 60825-1(1994) / IEC 825-1(1993)
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, and carries the CE-
marking accordingly.
South Queensferry, Scotland 17 November 1997
Location Date R.M. Evans / Quality Manager

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Safety Information
Safety Information
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation
of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings
elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended
use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies Inc. assumes no liability for the customer’s
failure to comply with these requirements.
GENERAL
This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal).
The protective features of this product may be impaired if it is used in a manner not
specified in the operation instructions. All Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) used in this
product are Class 1 LEDs as per IEC 60825-1.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This instrument is intended for indoor use in an installation category II, pollution degree 2
environment. It is designed to operate at a maximum relative humidity of 95% and at
altitudes of up to 2000 meters. Refer to the specifications tables for the ac mains voltage
requirements and ambient operating temperature range.
BEFORE APPLYING POWER
Verify that the product is set to match the available line voltage, the correct fuse is
installed, and all safety precautions are taken. Note the instrument’s external markings
described under "Safety Symbols".
GROUND THE INSTRUMENT
To minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and cover must be connected to an
electrical protective earth ground. The instrument must be connected to the ac power
mains through a grounded power cable, with the ground wire firmly connected to an
electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet. Any interruption of the protective
(grounding) conductor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a
potential shock hazard that could result in personal injury.
FUSES
Only fuses with the required rated current, voltage, and specified type (normal blow, time
delay, etc.) should be used. Do not use repaired fuses or short-circuited fuse holders. To do
so could cause a shock or fire hazard.

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Safety Information
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
DO NOT REMOVE THE INSTRUMENT COVER
Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and
internal adjustments must be made only by qualified service personnel.
Instruments that appear damaged or defective should be made inoperative and secured
against unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified service personnel.
WARNING The WARNING sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure,
practice, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in
personal injury. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING sign until the indicated conditions
are fully understood and met.
Caution The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating
procedure, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in
damage to or destruction of part or all of the product. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION
sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

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Safety Symbols
Safety Symbols
The following symbols on the instrument and in the manual indicate precautions which
must be taken to maintain safe operation of the instrument
Safety Symbols
The Instruction Documentation Symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when
it is necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the supplied documentation.
Indicates the field wiring terminal that must be connected to earth ground before operat-
ing the equipment - protects against electrical shock in case of fault.
Frame or chassis ground terminal - typically connects to the equipment's metal frame.
Alternating current (AC)
Direct current (DC)
Warning, risk of electric shock.
NTerminal for Neutral conductor on permanently installed equipment.
LTerminal for Line conductor on permanently installed equipment..
The CE mark shows that the product complies with all relevant European Legal Direc-
tives.
ISM 1-A This is a symbol of an Industrial, Scientific, and Medical Group 1 Class A product.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association, and
indicates compliance to the standards defined by them.
Indicates that a laser is fitted. The user must refer to the manual for specific Warning or
Caution information to avoid personal injury or damage to the product.

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Sales and Service Offices
Sales and Service Offices
Any adjustment, maintenance, or repair of this product must
be performed by qualified personnel. Contact your customer
engineer through your local Agilent Technologies Service
Center. You can find a list of local service service
representatives on the web at:
http://www.agilent-tech.com/services/English/index.html
You can also contact one of the following centers and ask for
a test and measurement sales representative.
Asia Pacific:
Agilent Technologies
19/F, Cityplaza One, 1111 King’s Road,
Taikoo Shing, Hong Kong, SAR
(tel) (852) 2599 7889
(fax) (852) 2506 9233
Japan:
Agilent Technologies Japan Ltd.
Measurement Assistance Center
9-1, Takakura-Cho, Hachioji-Shi
Yokyo, 192-8510
(tel) (81) 426 56 7832
(fax) (81) 426 56 7840
Australia/New Zealand:
Agilent Technologies Australia Pty Ltd
347 Burwood Highway
Forest Hill, Victoria 3131
(tel) 1-800 629 485 (Australia)
(fax) (61 3) 9272 0749
(tel) 0 800 738 378 (New Zealand)
(fax) (64 4) 802 6881

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Sales and Service Offices
Canada
Agilent Technologies Canada Inc.
5150 Spectrum Way,
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 5G1
(tel) 1 877 894 4414
Europe:
Agilent Technologies
Test & Measurement
European Marketing Organisation
P.O. Box 999
1180 AZ Amstelveen
The Netherlands
(tel) (31 20) 547 9999
Latin America:
Agilent Technologies
Latin American Region Headquarters
5200 Blue Lagoon Drive, Suite #950
Miami, Florida 33126
U.S.A.
(tel) [phone]
(fax) [phone]
United States:
Agilent Technologies
Test and Measurement Call Center
P.O. Box 4026
Englewood, CO 80155-4026
(tel) 1 800 452 488
In any correspondence or telephone conversations, refer to
the power sensor by its model number and full serial number.
With this information, the Agilent Technologies
representative can quickly determine whether your unit is still
within its warranty period.

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Agilent Technologies 8922M/S Documentation Description
Agilent Technologies 8922M/S Documentation
Description
Documentation Shipped with Your GSM Test Set
Agilent 8922M/S GSM Test Set Quick Start Guide.
This guide gives a brief description on how to make each of the measurements required to
test a GSM mobile phone. More detailed descriptions are given in the Agilent 8922M/S
GSM Test Set User’s Guide.
Agilent 8922M/S GSM Test Set User’s Guide.
This guide contains information on how to set up the Agilent 8922M/S for making
measurements and verifying performance. It also contains more detailed information on
each of the screens, keys, and connectors, and how to use the IBASIC facilities available
on the Agilent 8922M/S.
Agilent 8922M/S GSM Test Set Performance Test Software.
This 3.5 inch floppy disk allows you to verify the performance of the Agilent 8922.
Instructions on how to use this are detailed in the Agilent 8922M/S GSM Test Set User’s
Guide.
Agilent 8922M/S GSM Test Set Programming Reference Guide.
This guide describes, in detail, each of the GPIB command sets for the Agilent 8922M/S.
Agilent 8922 Multi-Band Test System User’s Guide1.
This is a supplementary user’s guide that describes the additional features found with the
Multi-Band test system. The test system is used for testing and making measurements of
dual band mobiles.
1. The user’s guide is only available with the HP 8922M/S Option 010.

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Typeface Conventions
Typeface Conventions
Italics Italic type is used for emphasis.
Display Display text is used to show examples, fields, and prompts that are
displayed on the Agilent 8922M/S screen.
Keycaps on the Agilent 8922M/S keyboard are enclosed in boxes.
Soft keys Display text is used to show examples, fields, and prompts that are
displayed on the Agilent 8922M/S screen.
Soft keys All software listings in this manual can be identified with this font.
PRESET