Agilent Technologies N4010A User manual

Getting Started Guide
Wireless Connectivity Test Set
N4010A
Manufacturing Part Number: N4010-90086
Printed in Malaysia
November 2013
©Copyright Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2006, 2009, 2013
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General
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Certification
Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its published specifications at
the time of shipment from the factory. Agilent Technologies further certifies that its
calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of
Standards and Technology, to the extent allowed by the Institute’s calibration
facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization
members.
Safety Symbols
The following symbols on the Test Set and in the documentation indicate
precautions which must be taken to maintain safe operation of the Test Set.
This is the ‘Caution - Refer to 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.
Alternating current (AC)
This symbol indicates the position of the operating
switch for ‘Stand-by’ mode. Note, the Test Set is NOT
isolated from the mains when the switch is in this
position. To isolate the Test Set, the mains coupler
(mains input cord) should be removed from the power
supply.
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Safety Notices
This guide uses warnings and cautions to denote hazards
WARNING Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, which if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in injury or loss of life. Do not proceed beyond
a warning until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, which if not correctly
performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of the instrument.
Do not proceed beyond a caution until the indicated conditions are fully understood
and met.
General Safety Information
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of
operation, service, and repair of this Test Set. 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 Test Set. Agilent
Technologies assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these
requirements.
WARNING This is a Safety Class I Test Set (provided with a protective earthing ground,
incorporated in the power cord). The mains plug shall only be inserted in a
socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact. Any interruption of the
protective conductor inside or outside of the Test Set is likely to make the Test
Set dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
DO NOT operate the product in an explosive atmosphere or in the presence of
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flammable gasses or fumes.
DO NOT perform procedures involving cover or shield removal unless you are
qualified to do so: Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers or
shields. Procedures involving the removal of covers and shields are for use by
service-trained personnel only.
DO NOT service or adjust alone: Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may
exist even with the equipment switched off. To avoid dangerous electrical shock,
service personnel must not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another
person, capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation, is present.
DO NOT operate damaged equipment: Whenever it is possible that the safety
protection features built into this product have been impaired, either through
physical damage, excessive moisture, or any other reason, REMOVE POWER and
do not use the product until safe operation can be verified by service-trained
personnel. If necessary, return the product to a Agilent Sales and Service Office for
service and repair to ensure the safety features are maintained.
DO NOT substitute parts or modify equipment: Because of the danger of
introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or perform any
unauthorized modification to the product. Return the product to an Agilent Sales and
Service Office for service and repair to ensure the safety features are maintained.
CAUTION Before switching on this Test Set, make sure that the correct fuse is installed and
ensure the power supply voltage is in the specified range.
CAUTION Mains supply voltage fluctuations should not exceed +/- 10% of the nominal
selected line voltage.
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WARNING Appliance coupler (mains input power cord) is the power disconnect device. Do
not position the Test Set such that access to the coupler is impaired.
Acknowledgements
Bluetooth® and the Bluetooth Logo® are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,
U.S.A. and licensed to Agilent Technologies, Inc.
MATLAB® is a U.S. registered trademark of The Math Works, Inc.
Microsoft® is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Windows®
and MS Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium® is a U.S. registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
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Contents
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1. Getting Started
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Interfacing with the N4010A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Initial Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Adjusting the Carrying Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Turning the Test Set On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Minimum PC Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing the Measurement Software, Applications, and Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2. Making Your First Measurements
Selecting the Application Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Running a Confidence Check on the Front Panel (Bluetooth) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting USB, GPIB or LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Running a SCPI Confidence Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Running a WLAN Confidence Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Running the Graphical Measurement Application (GMA) N4017A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Rack Mounting the Test Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3. Regulatory Information
General Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Compliance and Markings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Responsibilities of the Customer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Agilent Sales and Service Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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Chapter 1 1
1 Getting Started
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Getting Started
Welcome
Chapter 12
Welcome
Welcome to the Agilent Technologies N4010A Wireless Connectivity Test Set’s
Getting Started Guide.
Use this guide with the N4010A, equipped with any option, to help you:
• Inspect the Test Set.
• Adjust the carrying handle.
• Switch the Test Set on and confirm it passes the power-on self test.
• Determine the minimum requirements for your PC.
• Install the Measurement Software, Applications, and Help from the N4010A
CD-ROM.
• Make connections to the rear panel.
• Run a SCPI confidence check using the Connection Expert application.
• Run a Bluetooth confidence check using front panel operation.
•RunaBluetooth confidence check using the remote interface option.
• Run a WLAN confidence check using the Test Harness example application.
• Attach the rack mounting kits (supplied with option N4010A-AX4).
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Interfacing with the N4010A
Chapter 1 3
Interfacing with the N4010A
Some of the measurments require that a Dynamic Link Library (DLL) is installed in
a PC and the PC connected to the N4010A Test Set.
Full Front Panel operation of the N4010A Test Set is limited to system functions and
to Bluetooth 1.1 and 1.2 RF Testing (option 101). Rear Panel operation via SCPI is
similarly limited.
802.11 WLAN and Bluetooth 2.0 (EDR) testing requires the use of a DLL accessed
from the .NET or COM environment.
Refer to Table 1-1 and Figure 1-1 on page 4 for more details.
Table 1-1 Test Set Control Differences Between Bluetooth and WLAN
Function Bluetooth Test Bluetooth EDR
Test WLAN Test
Front Panel
Operation Full control using front Panel Keys and
displayed menu system
Limited to system
settings Limited to system settings
Remote
Interface
Operation
SCPI programming
commands Only via PC resident programming
interface Agilent
N4010 EDR Driver
Only using a PC
residentprogramming
interface Agilent
N4010 WLAN Test
Test
Sequence
Control
Configured within Test
Set Configured with your own test
executive program
Only Spectral Mask
measurement tests to
specified limits. All
other limits
configured within
your own test
executive program.
Test to Limits Configured within Test
Set Configured with your own test
executive program
Configured within
your own test
executive program
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Interfacing with the N4010A
Chapter 14
Figure 1-1 N4010A Interfaces and DLLs
Control of
Test Device via LMP commands from Test Set and EUT
HCI control from test
executive
DUTcontrol from test
executive only using
device specific
drivers
Remote
interfacing GPIB, LAN and USB USB 2.0 or LAN preferred. GPIB
possible.
USB 2.0aor LAN
preferred. GPIB
possible.
a. This is not recommended when using Signal Studio as a waveform generator
Table 1-1 Test Set Control Differences Between Bluetooth and WLAN
Function Bluetooth Test Bluetooth EDR
Test WLAN Test
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Initial Inspection
Chapter 1 5
Initial Inspection
Please inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container or
packaging material is damaged, please keep it until the contents have been checked
mechanically and electrically. If there is mechanical damage, notify the nearest
Agilent Technologies office. Keep the damaged shipping materials (if any) for
inspection by the carrier and an Agilent representative. If required, you can find a
list of “Agilent Sales and Service Offices” on page 48.
Before continuing, please ensure you have read and understood the preceding safety
information.
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Adjusting the Carrying Handle
Chapter 16
Adjusting the Carrying Handle
Adjust the carrying handle to carry the Test Set or view the display.
If you want to remove the handle, refer to “Rack Mounting the Test Set” on page
39.
The carrying handle can be locked into three different positions.
Pull the handle outwards, rotate it to the required position and release it into
one of the three locks.
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Turning the Test Set On
Chapter 1 7
Turning the Test Set On
CAUTION The Test Set has an autoranging power supply. Ensure the supply voltage is within
the range 100 Vac to 240 Vac and 50 Hz to 60 Hz.
1. Connect the Power Cord.
2. Check that the background LED is red.
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Turning the Test Set On
Chapter 18
NOTE If the test set has been stored in extremely cold conditions, beyond its normal
operating range, the display may require a few minutes to warm up and operate
normally.
3. Turn the test set on and confirm the background LED is green.
4. The test set automatically steps through a self test routine. After this
routine you should see the following display...
5. The Test Set is now ready for use.
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Turning the Test Set On
Chapter 1 9
System Information
To verify your configuration, press the System key, an example is shown in Figure
1-2.
Figure 1-2 Typical System Configuration Screen
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Turning the Test Set On
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What Can Go Wrong?
See this Do this
Red LED not lit Check that power is supplied to the test set.
Check the Test Set fuse. (see below)
Fails self test(s) If there are any self-test failures the test set is
defective. Contact your nearest Agilent Service
Center (Refer to Agilent Sales and Service Offices
on page 48).
In line fuse
Spare fuse
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Minimum PC Requirements
Chapter 1 11
Minimum PC Requirements
Some N4010A TestSet methods of operation require a higher preformance PC than
others. Viewing Help and controlling the Test Set using the SCPI command set
requires only moderate performance, while using the WLAN or Bluetooth EDR
DLLs requires more.
Refer to the specific requirements of the application if you are using additional
measurement software such as the Agilent 89607 VSA.
• Windows®2000 (SP4 or greater) or XP®Pro SP2 or XP®Home SP2.
• 700MHz Pentium®minimum to view Help files and remote interface operation
using the SCPI commands set, 1.6 GHz or better recommended for DLL
operation.
• 256 Mbytes RAM.
• USB 2.0, GPIB or TCP/IP LAN connection to Test Set.
• 1024 x 768 pixel display.
• CD-ROM Drive or Internet connection for application download.
• Internet connection for license redemption. (if required)
In addition, to be able to run the N4010A CD-ROM and connect using the remote
interfaces, your PC must also have the following software components installed:
• Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 Service Pack 1 - This is required for the
operation of the N4010A CD-ROM and some of the content. If the .NET
Framework is not detected on your PC, it can be installed by following the
on-screen instructions after starting the N4010A CD-ROM.
You can explore the CD-ROM to view the Help files (.chm format) without the
.NET Framework installed on your PC.
• Agilent I/O libraries version 14.1 or equivalent - I/O libraries are required for the
remote operation of the N4010A and for the operation of the N4010A Bluetooth
EDR DLL, the N4017A GMA, and the N4010A WLAN Test Suite. If I/O
libraries are not detected on your PC, Agilent IO libraries can be installed by
following the on-screen instructions after starting the N4010A CD-ROM.
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Installing the Measurement Software, Applications, and Help
Chapter 112
Installing the Measurement Software, Applications, and
Help
The supplied N4010A Measurement Software, Applications, and Operating
Information CD-ROM contains all the applications, software components, and help
files needed for the Test Set to perform Bluetooth and 802.11 a/b/g WLAN device
tests.
Open the DVD box and refer to the Installation Guide contained inside.
Use the Installation Guide and, after starting the CD-ROM, the on-screen
instructions to view, copy, and install the Applications and Help Systems you
require.
NOTE If your PC does not have autostart enabled, use Windows Explorer to locate and
double click the (autorun.exe) file on the CD-ROM.
If the .NET Framework 1.1 SP1 is not detected on your PC, a message is displayed
asking you to confirm its installation from the N4010A CD-ROM. Confirm to
continue. If the .NET Framework is not installed the Installer halts and you cannot
proceed.
Typically, a PC re-start is required following the N4010A WLAN Test Suite
installation. If you are installing both WLAN and Bluetooth components, we
recommend that you install the N4010A WLAN Test Suite first, and install the
Bluetooth components following the PC re-start.
When you have completed the configuration of your PC and are ready to proceed,
continue in this Getting Started Guide at Chapter 2, “Making Your First
Measurements,” on page 13.
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