Anritsu MT8870A User manual

Quick Start Guide
Universal Wireless Test Set
MT8870A

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents......................................................................................................................................................................2
1. Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................................3
1.1. Checking Attachments....................................................................................................................................3
1.2. Requirements for Setting-up MT8870A.................................................................................................3
1.3. Terms........................................................................................................................................................................3
2. Initial Configuration ....................................................................................................................................................4
2.1. Hardware and Software Requirements ..................................................................................................4
2.2. Installing Run Time...........................................................................................................................................4
2.3. Installing MT8870A Configuration Software (Utility Tool)..........................................................5
2.4. Changing PC Network Configuration......................................................................................................5
2.5. Starting Instrument..........................................................................................................................................7
2.6. Starting Utility Tool ..........................................................................................................................................7
2.7. Changing Network Settings.........................................................................................................................8
2.8. Changing GPIB settings..................................................................................................................................9
2.9. Upgrading Firmware......................................................................................................................................10
2.10. Installing Waveform File..............................................................................................................................12
2.11. Restoring PC Network Configuration ...................................................................................................12
3. Checking Operation ...................................................................................................................................................13
3.1. Installing MT8870A Measurement Control Software (CombiView)......................................13
3.2. Checking Operation........................................................................................................................................13
Starting CombiView.................................................................................................................................13
Checking Operation with Cellular Analysis License.................................................................14
Checking Operation with Short Range Wireless Analysis License...................................16
4. Information about Product Registration ........................................................................................................18
4.1. If You Do Not Have Anritsu ID..................................................................................................................18
4.2. Registering Product Information ............................................................................................................22
4.3. Downloading......................................................................................................................................................24

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1. Introduction
This startup guide provides basic information on how to set up the MT8870A.
When using MT8872A, read MT8870A as MT8872A.
1.1. Checking Attachments
When unpacking, check that none of the products listed in the attached component list are missing.
1.2. Requirements for Setting-up MT8870A
Details
PC
PC with Windows® 7 or Windows® 10 installed (details in section
2.1)
Ethernet cable
Category 5, 5e, or 6 UTP cable
Both straight and cross cables supported
DVD MT8870A Universal
Wireless Test Set
Supplied accessory
Useful if you have
RF Cable
RF cable with N-type connector (both ends)
Used in Chapter 3 Checking Operations.
1.3. Terms
The terms used in this guide are listed below.
Term
Description
MT8870A
Main unit
Up to four modules can be installed in the front of the unit. The MT8872A
can accommodate up to two modules.
This also refers to the whole unit including modules.
MU88700xA
Module installed in MT8870A.
This transmits and measures RF signals.
Chassis
This refers to the MT8870A main frame and is used when it needs to be
distinguished from a module, such as on a menu screen.

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2. Initial Configuration
Perform initial configuration for the MT8870A using the Utility Tool software.
The Utility Tool software is on the accessory DVD supplied with the MT8870A.
2.1. Hardware and Software Requirements
The following PC environment is required to run the Utility Tool.
- Microsoft® Windows® 7 Enterprise Service Pack 1 Japanese/English 32- or 64-bit versions
Microsoft® Windows® 10 Japanese/English 64-bit versions
- Optical drive to read DVD-R
- Memory 1 GB or more
- HDD Free Space 200 MB or more
- Display resolution of 1024 ×768 pixels or better
- PDF Viewer
- Interface*1 Ethernet or GPIB
*1: An Ethernet connection is recommended for initial configuration of the MT8870A using this
software.
2.2. Installing Run Time
To use the Utility Tool, the following software is required. Download and install from the Web sites.
- NET Framework 4.5 or higher version for Microsoft Windows® 7
Note: Requires full setup version, not Client Profile version
Site: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851
- NI-VISA™
Note: Requires NI-VISA 5.4 or newer
Site: http://www.ni.com/downloads/

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2.3. Installing MT8870A Configuration Software (Utility Tool)
The Utility Tool installer and the operation manual are included on the DVD labeled MT8870A
Universal Wireless Test Set. Load this DVD into the optical drive of the PC.
Run setup.exe in the path /MT8870A/Installer/MT8870A Utility Tool/setup.exe on the DVD.
Follow the on-screen instructions to select the Utility Tool installation directory.
If the MU887000A/01A TRX module is installed in the MT8870A, Utility Tool v01.01.17 or newer
(released in August 2013) is required. Requires Utility Tool v02.00.04 (released in July 2021) or newer
when using MU887002A. If the version on the DVD is older, obtain a newer version from the Anritsu
web site. Get the latest Utility Tool from the Anritsu Web site as described in Chapter 4.
2.4. Changing PC Network Configuration
The Utility Tool can control the MT8870A via both GPIB and Ethernet, but functions requiring file
transfer, such as updating firmware or installing waveform files can be used only with an Ethernet
connection. It is best to use an Ethernet connection when performing initial configuration even when
using GPIB control for system operation.
To control the MT8870A via Ethernet connection using the Utility Tool, the PC network configuration
must match the MT8870A network configuration.
If the PC is connected to a company network, disconnect the Ethernet cable from the PC.
To set IP address:
Click Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings > Local Area
Connection > Properties > Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4), and click Properties at the
Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) window.

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Since the MT8870A IP factory default is 192.168.1.x (where x is 1 to 4), change the IP address to
192.168.1.100 to match the network configuration.
Note: In this description, the PC IP address is set to 192.168.1.100, but any IP address in the range of
192.168.1.5 to 192.168.1.254 can be set.

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2.5. Starting Instrument
Connect the power cable to the MT8870A and press the Power button.
Connect the PC and MT8870A Ethernet connectors using an Ethernet cable.
The MT8870A has Ethernet connectors at front and back. Use either one.
2.6. Starting Utility Tool
Double-click the Utility Tool icon on the PC desktop.
Click IPv4 to display the Network interface selection screen showing the IP address configured in
section 2.4.
If the PC has two or more network interfaces, select the interface connected to the MT8870A.

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2.7. Changing Network Settings
To change the IP address to match the network environment, configure the settings as described
below.
Click Configure Network at the Select Interface Function Tree.
(1) Change the settings to match the network environment.
(2) Click Apply to set the new network settings at the MT8870A and restart it.
Quit the Utility Tool and change the PC network configuration to match the new MT8870A settings.
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2.8. Changing GPIB settings
Configure the settings as described below to control the MT8870A over GPIB.
(1) Select the chassis from the Select Interface Function Tree, and click Maintenance - Settings.
(2) Set the GPIB address and Delimiter/Terminator for each module.
(3) Click Apply to set the new GPIB settings at the MT8870A and restart it.
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2.9. Upgrading Firmware
To use a different firmware version from the shipped version, upgrade the firmware as described
below.
Note: See Chapter 4 for a description of how to get the new firmware.
At the Select Interface Function Tree,
(1) Select Upgrade Firmware (All Unit).
(2) Click Browse to select the directory containing the new firmware.
(3) Select the firmware file.
(4) Click Upgrade.
(5) The Progress screen displays the upgrade execution status. MU887000A status indicator lamps 1
to 6 blink during the upgrade.
(6) The MT8870A restarts after the upgrade is completed, Restarting requires some time.
(7) When the MT8870A restarts, the completion result is displayed on the Progress screen. [Click
"OK" to close the Progress screen.]
The firmware of all modules (MU887000A) installed in the MT8870A is upgraded.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)