Keysight Technologies UXA N9040B User manual

Keysight X-Series
Signal Analyzer
This manual provides documentation for the following X-Series
Analyzers running the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system:
UXA Signal Analyzer N9040B
PXA Signal Analyzer N9030B
MXA Signal Analyzer N9020B
EXA Signal Analyzer N9010B
CXA Signal Analyzer N9000B
Getting Started and
Troubleshooting
Guide

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Manual Part Number
N9040-90049
Publication Date
March 2018
Edition 1
Published in USA
Keysight Technologies Inc.
1400 Fountaingrove Parkway
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
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In This Guide…
This guide contains the following information:
1 Quick-Start
This chapter explains how to initialize the signal analyzer and view a signal.
2 Front and Rear Panel Features
Refer to this chapter for information on front- and rear-panel key functionality, and display annotations.
3 Instrument Operating System
This chapter describes the Microsoft Windows 10 configuration and the settings used with the Keysight
instrument software.
4 Using Windows Tools
The information in this chapter provides some guidelines for using the Microsoft Windows 10 feature capabilities
with the signal analyzer.
5 Troubleshooting
This chapter details some basic steps that may solve any problems you are experiencing with either the signal
analyzer or Microsoft Windows 10.

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Where to Find the Latest Information
Documentation is updated periodically. For the latest information about these products, including
instrument software upgrades, application information, and product information, browse to one of the
following URLs, according to the name of your product:
http://www.keysight.com/find/N9040B
http://www.keysight.com/find/N9030B
http://www.keysight.com/find/N9020B
http://www.keysight.com/find/N9010B
http://www.keysight.com/find/N9000B
To receive the latest updates by email, subscribe to Keysight Email Updates at the following URL:
http://www.keysight.com/find/MyKeysight
Information on preventing analyzer damage can be found at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/PreventingInstrumentRepair
Is your product software up-to-date?
Periodically, Keysight releases software updates to fix known defects and incorporate product
enhancements. To search for software updates for your product, go to the Keysight Technical Support
website at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/sa_software

Contents
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Contents
1 Quick Start
Initial Inspection 10
Verify the Contents 10
Shipping Problems? 10
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements 11
Locating the analyzer 11
Cooling and rack mounting 11
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time 12
Initializing the analyzer 12
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls 16
Instrument Information 17
Power requirements 17
Protecting Against Overpowering 18
Instrument Maintenance 18
Protecting against electrostatic discharge 20
2 Front and Rear Panel Features
Front-Panel Features 22
Display Features 25
Invalid Data Indicator 25
Screen Tabs 26
Meas Bar 27
Measurement Display 28
Menu Panel 29
Bottom Bar 31
Rear-Panel Features 32
Front and Rear Panel Symbols 36
3 Instrument Operating System

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Contents
Microsoft Windows 38
Installed Software 38
Signal analyzer software 38
Vector signal analyzer software 38
Customer installation of software 39
3rd Party Software verified by Keysight 39
Installation of other 3rd Party Software 39
User Accounts 40
Administrator account 40
Instrument accounts 40
KeysightOnly user account 40
Service user accounts 40
Customer creation of accounts 40
Keysight X-Series Analyzer Licensing Options 42
Fixed Licenses 42
Transportable Licenses 42
Network Licenses 43
USB Portable Licenses 43
Configuring Network and USB Licenses 44
Licensing New Measurement Application Software -
After Initial Purchase 45
Installation procedure over USB for Fixed licenses 45
Windows Configuration 47
Settings that can be changed 47
Settings that must not be changed 48
Autoplay/Autorun 49
Configuring Printers 50
Configuring LAN 51
Hostname 51
IP Address & Gateway 51
Connecting to a Network Shared Folder 51
Windows Security 53

Contents
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Windows Firewall 53
Automatic Updates 53
Virus Protection 54
Spyware Protection 54
System Maintenance 55
Backup 55
System Restore 55
Disk Defragmenting 55
USB Connections 56
Disk Drive Partitioning and Use 57
Backing-up the factory calibration data 57
Disk Drive Recovery Process 59
Updating the software (required after a recovery) 61
4 Using Windows Tools
Navigating Windows Without a Mouse 64
Remote Desktop: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely 65
Overview of Remote Desktop operation 65
Setting up Remote Desktop operation 66
How to locate the computer name of the instrument 67
Running a Remote Desktop session 68
Embedded Web Server: Using the X-Series Signal Analyzers Remotely 73
Browsers that support the X-Series Signal Analyzer Embedded Web Server
(these versions or later) 73
Accessing the instrument through the Internet 73
Controlling the Instrument 75
Enabling SCPI Control of the instrument 76
Selecting the Get Image tab 76
Selecting the Transfer Data tab 77
Selecting the Save/Recall tab 77
Selecting the Docs/Links tab 78
Windows Shortcuts and Miscellaneous Tasks 79

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Contents
Windows shortcuts (key combinations) 79
Windows taskbar auto-hide feature 80
5 Troubleshooting
Check the Basics 82
Problems with Microsoft Windows 10 84
Returning an Analyzer for Service 85
Calling Keysight Technologies 85
Locations for Keysight Technologies 86
Read the Warranty 86
Service Options 87
Packaging the Instrument 88

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Keysight X-Series Signal Analyzers
N9040B, N9030B, N9020B, N9010B, N9000B
Getting Started and Troubleshooting Guide
1 Quick Start
This section explains how to initialize the Signal Analyzer and view a signal.
The following topics can be found in this section:
“Initial Inspection” on page 10
“Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements” on page 11
“Turning on the Analyzer the First Time” on page 12
“Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls” on page 16
“Instrument Information” on page 17

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Quick Start
Initial Inspection
Initial Inspection
Inspect the shipping container and the cushioning material for signs of stress.
Retain the shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship the
analyzer to another location or to Keysight Technologies for service.
Verify the Contents
Verify the shipping container contents using the box contents list.
Shipping Problems?
If the shipping materials are damaged or the contents of the container are
incomplete:
— Contact the nearest Keysight Technologies office.
— Keep the shipping materials for the carrier’s inspection.
— If you must return an analyzer to Keysight Technologies, use the original (or
comparable) shipping materials. See “Returning an Analyzer for Service”
on page 85.

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Quick Start
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements
Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements
Locating the analyzer
Make sure that the fan inlet and exhaust vent areas on the sides of the analyzer
are not obstructed. The minimal required clearance is 2 inches. Airflow
restrictions cause additional airflow noise and cause the fans to speed up so
they can draw in enough air for the required cooling. This results in excessive
audible noise.
Cooling and rack mounting
Do not rack mount the analyzer side-by-side with any other instrument with
side-by-side ventilation. Make sure the exhaust air from the first instrument is
directed away from the inlet of the second unit. If the pre-heated air from the
first instrument is directed into the second instrument, it can cause excessive
operating temperatures in the second unit and can cause instrument failures.
The analyzer draws air in from the left side and exhausts air from the right side.
When installing the product in a cabinet, the convection into and out of the
product must not be restricted. The ambient temperature (outside the cabinet)
must be less than the maximum operating temperature of the product by 4° C for
every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total power dissipated in the
cabinet is greater than 800 watts, then forced convection must be used.

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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
Initial power-on of the analyzer can be accomplished using the following
methods:
Initializing the analyzer
Steps Actions Notes
1. Power on the analyzer a. Position the analyzer so
you have easy access to
the power cord and plug
it in.
b. Press the power switch
(located in the lower left
corner of the analyzer’s
front panel) to turn the
analyzer on.
See “Instrument Location and Rack
Mounting Requirements and “Power
requirements” on page 17 for more details.
The analyzer can require more than 5 minutes to
power-on.
The Keysight Technologies screen appears followed by a
screen that allows you to select Windows10 or the
Recovery option.
2. Viewing the End-User
License Agreement
After a brief startup, the following window appears giving you information about the
End-User License Agreement.
At this time, it is safe to turn off the instrument before initializing the software.
3. Reboot and log on — Click OK When the instrument restarts, the following message
window appears:

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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
This window
appears and covers
the Launch window.
If you do not check the “Do not show this message again” check box, this message will be displayed
each time the analyzer is turned on. No application will start while this message is displayed. Before
continuing, make sure that you carefully read the Anti-Virus message and determine what action is
appropriate.
4. Disable the Anti-Virus
message
— Select the check box and
click Continue.
Messages similar to the following continue to appear:
Several required processes continue.
The application initializes
5. When the installation
is complete, you
should see a display
like this:
6. Set user interface
language
a. On the instrument, press
System, User
Interface tab.
b. Choose the desired
language from the
Language drop-down
menu.
Steps Actions Notes

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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
7. Verify the installation a. On the instrument, press
System, Show
System.
b. Verify that the
purchased
application(s) appear in
the list or have an
entitlement certificate.
If you require further assistance, contact the Keysight
support team.
Online assistance: http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
8. View a signal a. Press Input/Output,
RF Calibrator, 50
MHz.
b. Press FREQ, Center
Freq, 50, MHz.
c. Press SPAN, 50, MHz.
This routes the internal 50 MHz signal to the analyzer
input.
Steps Actions Notes

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Quick Start
Turning on the Analyzer the First Time
The 50 MHz reference signal appears on the
display.
Steps Actions Notes

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Quick Start
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls
Anti-Virus Software and Firewalls
No third-party anti-virus software is shipped with the analyzer. It is
recommended that you install anti-virus software if your analyzer is connected
to the LAN. Check with your IT department to see what they recommend.
Do not modify the default network settings as this may cause problems with
the operating system of the analyzer.
The analyzer is shipped with the Windows 10 firewall enabled and Windows
Defender.
To adjust Windows Defender settings you must be logged in as an "administra-
tor" (default password:"Keysight4u!"). Minimize the X-Series Application, click
the Start button and type: defender. Then click on Windows Defender from the
Best match column.

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Quick Start
Instrument Information
Instrument Information
Power requirements
The only physical installation of your Keysight signal analyzer is a connection
to a power source. Line voltage does not need to be selected.
This analyzer does not contain customer serviceable fuses.
AC power cord
The analyzer is equipped with a three-wire power cord, in accordance with
international safety standards. This cable grounds the analyzer cabinet when
connected to an appropriate power line outlet. The cable appropriate to the
original shipping location is included with the analyzer.
The instruments can operate with mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10%
of the nominal voltage.
This is a Safety Class 1 Product (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 product is likely to make the
product dangerous. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
Failure to ground the analyzer properly can result in personal injury. Before
turning on the analyzer, you must connect its protective earth terminals to the
protective conductor of the main power cable. Insert the main power cable plug
into a socket outlet that has a protective earth contact only. DO NOT defeat the
earth-grounding protection by using an extension cable, power cable, or
autotransformer without a protective ground conductor.
This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2
per IEC 61010 Second Edition and IEC 664 respectively.
This instrument has autoranging line voltage input. Be sure the supply voltage is
within the specified range.
The Mains wiring and connectors shall be compatible with the connector used in
the premise electrical system. Failure, to ensure adequate earth grounding by not
using the correct components may cause product damage, and serious injury.
Always use the three-prong AC power cord supplied with this product. Failure to
ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord can cause product
damage.

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Quick Start
Instrument Information
Protecting Against Overpowering
The input circuitry of the analyzer can be damaged by applying signals that
exceed the maximum safe input level of +30 dBm average total power or +/-
0.2 Vdc (when DC coupled) or +/- 70 Vdc (when AC coupled). Refer to the
analyzer's specification guide for more details regarding the Maximum Safe
Input Level. Repairing damage to the input circuitry can be expensive.
If the analyzer will be used to measure signals which might be near the
maximum safe input level, use external attenuators and/or limiters to help
protect the analyzer input. The External Gain, amplitude Corrections, and/or
Ref Lvl Offset features may be used to compensate for the gains and losses of
external devices. External Gain and Corrections are under the Input/Output
menu and Ref Lvl Offset is under the AMPTD Y-Scale menu.
Instrument Maintenance
Cleaning the instrument
If this product is not used as specified, the protection provided by the
equipment could be impaired. This product must be used in a normal cond ition
(in which all means for protection are intact) only.
Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable
and easily reached by the operator. The detachable power cord is the
instrument disconnecting device. It disconnects the mains circuits from the
mains supply before other parts of the instrument. The front panel switch is only
a standby switch and is not a LINE switch. Alternatively, an externally installed
switch or circuit breaker (which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by
the operator) may be used as a disconnecting device.
To prevent electrical shock, d isconnect the signal analyzer from mains before
cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one slightly dampened with water to clean the
external case parts. Do not attempt to clean internally.

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Quick Start
Instrument Information
Cleaning Connectors
Cleaning connectors with alcohol shall only be done with the instrument power
cord removed, and in a well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture
to evaporate, and the fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument.
Battery Information
The analyzer uses a lithium battery located on the CPU board. This is not an
operator replaceable part. See “Returning an Analyzer for Service” on
page 85. Replaceable parts must be approved or supplied by Keysight
Technologies.
You can order the service documentation for the instrument through your
Keysight Sales and Service office.
Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a tightly
closed container. It is extremely flammable. In case of fire, use alcohol foam, dry
chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be ineffective.
Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. It causes skin irritation, may cause eye damage, and is harmful
if swallowed or inhaled. It may be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
In case of spill, soak up with sand or earth. Flush spill area with water.
Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and
local environmental regulations.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type recommended. Discard used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not throw batteries away but collect as small chemical waste.

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Quick Start
Instrument Information
Protecting against electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components
(the possibility of unseen damage caused by ESD is present whenever
components are transported, stored, or used).
Test equipment and ESD
To help reduce ESD damage that can occur while using test equipment:
— Before connecting any coaxial cable to an analyzer connector for the first
time each day, momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the
cable together.
— Personnel should be grounded with a 1 MΩresistor-isolated wrist-strap
before touching the center pin of any connector and before removing any
assembly from the analyzer.
— Be sure that all instruments are properly earth-grounded to prevent
build-up of static charge.
— Perform work on all components or assemblies at a static-safe workstation.
— Keep static-generating materials at least one meter away from all
components.
— Store or transport components in static-shielding containers.
— Always handle printed circuit board assemblies by the edges. This reduces
the possibility of ESD damage to components and prevent contamination of
exposed plating.
Additional information about ESD
For more information about ESD and how to prevent ESD damage, contact the
Electrostatic Discharge Association (http://www.esda.org). The ESD standards
developed by this agency are sanctioned by the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI).
Do not use these first three techniques when working on circuitry with a voltage
potential greater than 500 volts.