AnaPico APSIN Series User manual

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User’s Manual V1.41
Signal Generator Models
APSIN, APGEN, APSYN

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WARRANTY
All Anapico instruments are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years
from the date of shipment. AnaPico will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective during
the warranty period, provided they are returned to Anapico and provided the preventative maintenance
procedures are followed. Repairs necessitated by misuse of the product are not covered by this warranty. No
other warranties are expressed or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose. Anapico is not liable for consequential damages. The warranty on the internal
rechargeable batteries (option B3) is one year from the date of shipment. Battery replacement is available
through Anapico and its distributors.
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Copyright
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reproduced, copied, transmitted, transcribed stored is a retrieval system, or translated in any form or by
any means. Electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without written
permission of Anapico AG.

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................ 3
1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 W HAT DO YOU GET ? ...................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 G ENERAL F EATURES AND F UNCTIONS (M ODEL OVERVIEW ) .................................................................................... 5
1.3 O PTIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.4 F RONT P ANEL O VERVIEW (APSIN MODELS ONLY )................................................................................................
1.5 R EAR P ANEL C ONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................. 8
2 GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................................................. 10
2.1 S YSTEM R EQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................ 10
2.2 U NPACKING THE I NSTRUMENT ........................................................................................................................ 10
2.3 I NITIAL I NSPECTION ...................................................................................................................................... 10
2.4 S TARTING THE I NSTRUMENT ........................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.1 Applying Power ............................................................................................................................. 10
2.4.2 Connecting to LAN ......................................................................................................................... 11
2.4.3 Direct connectivity to host via Ethernet cable no router) ............................................................. 11
2.4.4 Connecting though USBTMC ......................................................................................................... 11
2.4.5 Installing the APSIN Remote Client ................................................................................................ 11
2.4.6 Troubleshooting the LAN Interconnection ..................................................................................... 12
2.4.7 Shutting Down the APSIN .............................................................................................................. 12
3 USING THE GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE (GUI) ..................................................................................... 13
3.1 S TART THE APSIN GUI ................................................................................................................................. 13
3.2 T HE COLTROL T AB ..................................................................................................................................... 13
3.2.1 Simultaneously controlling Multiple Signal Generators from one PC ............................................ 14
3.2.2 Store and Load Instrument States ................................................................................................. 15
3.2.3 Setting Network Configuration ...................................................................................................... 15
3.2.4 Setting the GPIB Address ............................................................................................................... 16
3.3 P ERFORM F IRMWARE U PGRADE ..................................................................................................................... 16
3.4 U SING T OOLBARS ........................................................................................................................................ 16
3.5 B ASIC CW O PERATION (CW TAB ) ................................................................................................................... 1
3.6 S WEEPS ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
3.6.1 Frequency Sweep ........................................................................................................................... 18
3.6.2 Power Sweep ................................................................................................................................. 19
3.6.3 List Sweeps .................................................................................................................................... 19
3. M ODULATION C ONTROL ............................................................................................................................... 24
3.7.1 Pulse Modulation........................................................................................................................... 24
3.7.2 Pulse Train Modulation ................................................................................................................. 25
3.7.3 Amplitude Modulation .................................................................................................................. 26
3.7.4 Angle Modulation .......................................................................................................................... 26
3.7.5 Chirps ............................................................................................................................................. 27
3.8 R EFERENCE I N AND O UT ................................................................................................................................ 28
3.8.1 Bypass internal 100 MHz reference ............................................................................................... 28
3.8.2 Output Internal Reference ............................................................................................................. 29
3.9 U SING THE T RIGGER OPTIONS (TRIGGER TAB ) ................................................................................................. 29
3.10 LF OUT C ONTROL .................................................................................................................................. 30
3.11 C OMBINED M ODULATION ........................................................................................................................ 32
4 LOCAL OPERATION VIA FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................... 33
4.1 D ISPLAYED P ARAMETER F ORMATS .................................................................................................................. 34
4.2 CW D ISPLAY ............................................................................................................................................... 34

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4.2.1 Main Menu Display ....................................................................................................................... 34
4.2.2 Frequency Sweep Submenu ........................................................................................................... 35
4.2.3 Power Sweep Submenu ................................................................................................................. 36
4.2.4 List Sweep Submenu ...................................................................................................................... 38
4.3 M ODULATION S UBMENU .............................................................................................................................. 39
4.3.1 Pulse Modulation Submenu ........................................................................................................... 39
4.3.2 Amplitude Modulation Submenu .................................................................................................. 40
4.3.3 Frequency Modulation Submenu................................................................................................... 40
4.3.4 Phase Modulation Submenu ......................................................................................................... 41
4.4 R EFERENCE S UBMENU .................................................................................................................................. 42
4.5 T RIGGER S UBMENU ...................................................................................................................................... 42
4.6 LF OUTPUT S UBMENU ................................................................................................................................ 43
4. LAN C ONFIGURATION S UBMENU .................................................................................................................... 43
4.8 D ISPLAY S ETTINGS S UBMENU ......................................................................................................................... 44
4.9 S ETTINGS S UBMENU ..................................................................................................................................... 45
4.9.1 Save Settings Submenu ................................................................................................................. 45
4.9.2 Load Settings Submenu ................................................................................................................. 45
4.9.3 Load Defaults Submenu ................................................................................................................. 46
4.10 H ELP S UBMENU ...................................................................................................................................... 46
5 REMOTE PROGRAMMING THE APSIN .................................................................................................... 48
6 BATTER OPERATION (B3 OPTION) ....................................................................................................... 49
7 EXTENDED POWER RANGE (PE3 OPTIONS) ............................................................................................ 52
8 MAINTENANCE AND WARRANT INFORMATION .................................................................................. 53
8.1 A DJUSTMENTS AND C ALIBRATION ................................................................................................................... 53
8.2 R EPAIR ...................................................................................................................................................... 53
8.3 S AFETY ...................................................................................................................................................... 53
8.4 W ARRANTY I NFORMATION ............................................................................................................................ 53
8.5 E QUIPMENT R ETURNS .................................................................................................................................. 54

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1 Introduction
This instruction manual is valid for Anapico model series APSIN, APGEN, and APSYN. Chapter 2
gives you guidance for a quick and easy setup of your new instrument. Chapter 3 describes the
remote operation via Anapico graphical user interface (GUI). Chapter 4 describes control via front
panel and applies only to APSIN models.
1.1 What do you get?
Your signal generator kit contains the following items:
•Mainframe
•Universal power adaptor (AC 100 – 240V) with corresponding CH, UK, US, EU plugs
•Ethernet Cable
•Manuals & software CD
It is strongly recommended to use the original power adaptor (as supplied in this package) to
guarantee save and reliable operation of your instrument.
1.2 General Features and Functions (Model overview)
Anapico RF & Microwave Signal Generator model overview
Models
Range
Power range
Options
Display
APSIN
2
010
9 kHz – 2 GHz -30 - +15 dBm
B3, PE3, GPIB, RM Y
APSIN4010
9 kHz – 4 GHz -30 - +15 dBm
B3, PE3, GPIB, RM Y
APSIN6010
9 kHz – 6.1 GHz -30 - +15 dBm B3, PE3, GPIB, RM, AVIO Y
APSIN12G
100 kHz – 12 GHz -20 - +15 dBm
B3, PE3, GPIB, RM Y
APSIN20G
100 kHz – 20.4 GHz -20 - +15 dBm B3, PE3, GPIB, RM Y
APSIN26G
100 kHz – 26.5 GHz -15 - +25 dBm
B3, PE3, GPIB, RM Y
APGEN3000
9 kHz – 3 GHz -65 - +13 dBm - N (opt)
APSYN420
0.65 GHz – 20.4 GHz
+15 dBm - N
General features include
•Extendable power range (option PE3)
•Modulation capabilities for FM, PM, AM and PULM modulation (model dependant)
•Fast frequency, power and list sweeps
•Light weight, optional internal rechargeable batteries (option B3)
•3- inch status LCD (APSIN models only)

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•Long-term support: Software upgrades (firmware, API, GUI) are available to download from
www.anapico.com. You can also call our technical specialists for support. You can continue to
use both of these services free of charge for the lifetime of the product.
•Universal LAN VXI-11 and USB 2.0 device and host interface
•18-24 months calibration cycle
1.3 Options
B3: internal rechargeable battery
FS: fast switching
PE3: mechanical step attenuator for extended power range
APSIN4010, APSIN6010
90 dB
APSIN20G, APSIN26G
7
5
dB
GPIB: GPIB interface added
AVIO: specific avionics modulation capabilities added
1URM: 19’’ 1HE enclosure

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1.4 Front Panel Overview (APSIN models only)
The front panel contains a status display, RF output female N-type connector (APSIN4010,
APSIN6010) or a female SMA connector (APSIN12G, APSIN20G, APSIN26G), and a RF on/off key
(
Figure 1-a ). The LCD screen shows information on the current function. Information includes status
indicators, frequency and amplitude settings, current connectivity status, and error messages. Five
control buttons allow easy menu control.
Figure 1-a APSIN Front Panel View (Model APSIN20G)
RF On/Off button The ON/OFF key toggles between RF output on and RF output off. The green light
(*) is indicating whether the RF output is enabled (light on) or disabled (light off).
RF 50 Ωconnector This female N- type respectively SMA connector provides the output for generator
signals. The impedance is 50 ohm. The reverse power damage level is +30 dBm maximum. The
maximum allowed DC level is +/- 10 V. Please check the data sheets for more details.
Main LCD display The main display shows the following information:
1
st
line: RF frequency in Hz
2
nd
line: RF amplitude in dBm
3
rd
line: Frequency reference status (internal, external, lock status)
4
th
line: Remote control status

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1.5 Rear Panel Connections
Figure 2 APSIN Rear Panel View
1 RJ-45 host connector Used for connecting with a controller such as PC or Laptop.
2 USB Device Used for connecting with a controller (PC, laptop).Communication via USB-TMC
protocol.
3 USB Host Used for connecting USB devices such as Memory sticks or USB-TMC power meters.
Check with factory for list of supported devices.
4 Phase MOD IN connector This BNC input connector accepts 0 to 2 V (peak) signal for frequency
and phase modulation. The damage level is 4 Vrms.
5 REF IN connector Female BNC connector accepts a TTL or -5 to +15 dBm sine signal from an
external reference oscillator that is within ±1 ppm of the programmed reference frequency. The
nominal input impedance is 50 ohm.
6 TRIG IN connector Female BNC connector accepts TTL signal from an external trigger source. The
input impedance is 1Mohm.
7 AM / PULSE MOD IN connector This BNC input connector accepts TTL signal for pulse modulation
respectively analogue voltage for AM. The damage level is 5 Vrms.
8 REF OUT connector Female BNC connector is for an output of the internal 10 or 100 MHz
reference frequency which has a nominal output level greater than 0 dBm and an output impedance of
50 ohm.
9 FUNCT OUT connector Female BNC connector is used as a multiple purpose output. It can be
programmed as trigger output, as video output during pulse modulation and as output for the low
frequency function generator.
4
10 11
1
5 6
7
8 9
2
3

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10 Power switch The power switch disconnects the signal generator from the DC input completely
including the internal high-stability reference. After switching on this switch the signal generator enters
into standby with the OCXO warming up and RF out switched off. The red power LED on the front
panel is turned on.
11 DC IN power receptacle The power receptacle accepts two-pin plug from the external 6 V DC
power adapter.

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2 Getting Started
2.1 System Requirements
The Anapico graphical user interface requires at least the minimum system requirements to run one of
the supported operating systems.
Operating system Windows™ 2000 SP4, XP SP2, Vista, 7, 8
Remote 10/100/1000M Ethernet or USB 2.0 Port
2.2 Unpacking the Instrument
Remove the instrument materials from the shipping containers. Save the containers for future use.
The standard product package includes:
1 Synthesized Signal Generator
1 Ethernet Cable
1 Universal DC power adapter
1 Software & Manual CD
2.3 Initial Inspection
Inspect the shipping container for damage. If container is damaged, retain it until contents of the
shipment have been verified against the packing list and instruments have been inspected for
mechanical and electrical operation.
2.4 Starting the Instrument
This section describes installation instructions and verification tests.
2.4.1 Applying Power
Place the instrument on the intended workbench and connect the appropriate DC power supply to the
receptacle on the rear of the unit. Make sure you use the included DC power supply. The instruments
typically require 6 V DC at 3A peak. Using other supplies may lead to malfunction and damage of
the Instrument.
Press the line on/off switch on the rear panel. If available, the front panel display will illuminate. The
instrument will initialize and momentarily display the model number, firmware revision and product
serial number. The display will then switch to the factory default display setting, showing preset
frequency (100 MHz) and power (0.0 dBm), phase lock status (of internal reference) and instrument
connectivity status (Ethernet IP or USB identifier).
Note, the instrument booting process may take up to 60 seconds (depending on configuration) to
complete.