Keysight Technologies M1740A User manual

Getting Started
Guide
Keysight Wireless Test Sets
M1740A mmWave Transceiver

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Edition 1, October 2018
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procedure, practice, or the like that,
if not correctly performed or adhered
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product or loss of important data. Do
not proceed beyond a CAUTION
notice until the indicated conditions
are fully understood and met.
A WARNING notice denotes a hazard.
It calls attention to an operating
procedure, practice, or the like that,
if not correctly performed or adhered
to, could result in personal injury or
death. Do not proceed beyond a
WARNING notice until the indicated
conditions are fully understood and
met.

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Contents
Getting Started Guide 5
Table of Contents
Safety & Environmental Information 7
Warning Statements and Symbols 8
Safety 9
Safety Compliance 9
Acoustic statement (European Machinery Directive) 9
General Safety Notices 9
Environmental Conditions (Operating) 10
Environmental Information 10
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) 11
South Korean Class A EMC declaration 11
Declaration of Conformity 11
Ventilation 12
Power requirements 12
Using Accessories 12
Weight and Dimensions 13
Protecting against electrostatic discharge 13
Instrument Maintenance 14
Cleaning the Instrument 14
Cleaning the Connectors 14
Quick Start 15
Initial Inspection 16
Shipping Problems? 16
Location and Mounting 17
Exterior Features 19
DUT-Facing Side 20
Instrument-Facing Side 22
Port Connections to Measurement Instruments 23
Labels and Symbols 24
Functionality 25
Simplified Block Diagram 26
Configuration Example: M1740A used with E7760B 28
Configuration Example: M1740A used with the E7770A CIU 31

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Contents
Troubleshooting 35
Where to get technical help 36
Identifying Problems 36
Returning Your Test Set for Service 37
Calling Keysight Technologies 37
Locations for Keysight Technologies 38

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Keysight Wireless Test Set
M1740A mmWave Transceiver
Getting Started Guide
1 Safety & Environmental Information
The following topics can be found in this section:
“Warning Statements and Symbols” on page 8
“Safety” on page 9
“Environmental Conditions (Operating)” on page 10
“EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)” on page 11
“Ventilation” on page 12
“Power requirements” on page 12
“Using Accessories” on page 12
“Weight and Dimensions” on page 13
“Protecting against electrostatic discharge” on page 13
“Instrument Maintenance” on page 14

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Safety & Environmental Information
Warning Statements and Symbols
Warning Statements and Symbols
Caution and Warning notices are used in this document are described below.
See also: “Labels and Symbols” on page 24.
A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating
procedure, practice, or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to,
could result in damage to the product or loss of important data. Do not proceed
beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood
and met.
A WARNING denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure,
practice or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in
personal injury or death. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the
indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

Getting Started Guide 9
Safety & Environmental Information
Safety
Safety
This product has been designed and tested in accordance with accepted
industry standards, and has been supplied in a safe condition.The
documentation contains information and warnings that must be followed by
the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe
condition.
Safety Compliance
This product complies with the essential requirements of the European Low
Voltage Directive as well as current editions of the following standards (dates
and editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity):
— IEC/EN 61010-1
— Canada: CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1
— USA: UL std no. 61010-1
Acoustic statement (European Machinery Directive)
Acoustic noise emission
LpA <70 dB
Operator position
Normal operation mode per ISO 7779
General Safety Notices
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 condition
(in which all means for protection are intact) only.
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To
prevent electrical shock, do not remove covers.

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Safety & Environmental Information
Environmental Conditions (Operating)
Environmental Conditions (Operating)
This product is designed for use in the following conditions:
— For indoor use only
— Altitude up to 3000 m
— Temperature 10 to 40°C
— Maximum relative humidity 95% (non-condensing)
Environmental Information
Samples of this product have been type tested in accordance with the Keysight
Environmental Test Manual and verified to be robust against the environmental
stresses of Storage, Transportation and End-use; those stresses include but
are not limited to temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, altitude and power
line conditions.
Test Methods are aligned with IEC 60068-2 and levels are similar to
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3.
This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and
POLLUTION DEGREE 2, per IEC 61010-1 Third Edition and 664 respectively.

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Safety & Environmental Information
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
This product complies with the essential requirements of the European
Directive as well as current editions of the following standards (dates and
editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity):
— IEC/EN 61326-1
— CISPR Pub 11 Group 1, class A
— AS/NZS CISPR 11
— ICES/NMB-001
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
South Korean Class A EMC declaration
This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in
electromagnetic environments outside of the home.
Declaration of Conformity
The Declaration of Conformity for any Keysight product can be found on the
website:
http://www.keysight.com/go/conformity

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Safety & Environmental Information
Ventilation
Ventilation
Power requirements
The M1740A does not have an AC power connection. It is powered by a DC
voltage from the E7760B Wideband Transceiver or the E7770A Common
Interface Unit; this voltage is supplied over the RF Cable Assembly to the
LO/Pwr/Ctrl/IF In connector. The DC supply does not represent a risk of
personal injury.
Using Accessories
When the M1740A is used in connection with the E7760B Wideband
Transceiver or the E7770A Common Interface Unit, use only the RF Cable
Assembly that was supplied with the M1740A to connect it with the other
instrument, and connect it only to the mmW ports on that instrument.
VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS: When installing the instrument(s) into a
cabinet, consideration shall be given to the convection flow into and out of the
cabinet. Consideration shall also be given to the individual instruments to avoid
having the heated discharge of one instrument, now becoming the cooling
intake air for another instrument.
Another area of concern is verification that the maximum ambient operating
temperature of the instrument(s) is not exceeded by cabinet installation.
Keysight recommends forced air convection whenever an instrument(s) are
installed in a cabinet and further recommends that the maximum operating
temperature of the cabinet be reduced 10°C from the lowest, of the maximum
operating temperature of a single instrument.
If there are any concerns or special requirements an Keysight Field Engineer
should be consulted to assure instrument(s) temperature compliance and
performance.used.
The RF Cable Assembly should not be connected to, or disconnected from, the
M1740A while it is suppling DC power from the E7760B or E7770A. This
connection should be made only when the E7760B is powered off, or the cable
is not connected to the E7760B or E7770A. If the LED status indicator on the
front of the M1740A is lit, this indicates that it is powered up and the cable
should not be disconnected.

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Safety & Environmental Information
Weight and Dimensions
Weight and Dimensions
The weight and dimensions of the M1740A are as follows.
—Weight:2.2kg
—Height:66mm
— Width: 139 mm
— Depth: 183 mm
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 a test set 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 test set.
• 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.

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Safety & Environmental Information
Instrument Maintenance
Instrument Maintenance
Cleaning the Instrument
Cleaning the Connectors
Cleaning connectors with isopropyl alcohol shall only be done with all cables
disconnected, and in a well-ventilated area. Allow all residual alcohol moisture
to evaporate, and the fumes to dissipate prior to energizing the instrument.
Disconnect the M1740A from all cables before cleaning. Use a dry cloth or one
slightly dampened with water to clean the external case parts. Do not attempt
to clean internally.
Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a tightly
closed container. The alcohol shall not be stored, or left open, in the area of the
equipment. Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation to prevent the
combustions of fumes or vapors.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing, as isopropyl alcohol 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.
In case of fire, use alcohol foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be
ineffective.

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Keysight Wireless Test Set
M1740A mmWave Transceiver
Getting Started Guide
2 Quick Start
The following topics can be found in this section:
“Initial Inspection” on page 16
“Location and Mounting” 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 undamaged shipping materials for future use, as you may wish to ship
the test set to another location or to Keysight Technologies for service. Verify
the contents of the container against the table below.
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 a test set to Keysight Technologies, use the undamaged
original or comparable shipping materials. See “Returning Your Test Set for
Service” on page 37.
Item Deliverable Description
Getting Started Guide (this
document)
Provides first-time power on
instructions, licensing
information, operating system
information, and general
hardware information.
Keysight M1740A mmWave
Transceiver
RF Cables
(One or more of
M1740-60006 and/or
M1740-60014; quantity
depends on options
ordered at time of
purchase)
In addition to IF and LO signals,
these cables carry control signals
and DC supply voltages from the
E7760B Wideband Transceiver
(M1740-60006 cable) or from the
E7770A Common Interface Unit
(M1740-60014 cable).
The M1740A is often used in conjunction with the E7760B Wideband Transceiver
or the E7770A Common Interface Unit, but those are separate purchase and are
not always shipped with the M1740A.

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Quick Start
Location and Mounting
Location and Mounting
It is recommended to suspend the transceiver above the Device Under Test
(DUT), with the mmWave port pointed downwards at the DUT, so that heat
given off by the transceiver will rise away from the DUT. Leave a minimum
clearance of 2.5 inches (7 cm) around the transceiver. Also, ensure there is
enough room to attach all necessary cables between the transceiver and other
devices.

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Quick Start
Location and Mounting

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Keysight Wireless Test Set
M1740A mmWave Transceiver
Getting Started Guide
3 Exterior Features
The following topics can be found in this section:
“DUT-Facing Side” on page 20
“Instrument-Facing Side” on page 22
“Labels and Symbols” on page 24

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Exterior Features
DUT-Facing Side
DUT-Facing Side
Figure 3-1 M1740A, DUT-facing side
The features are described in the following table.
Figure 3-2 M1740A regulatory labels
See “Labels and Symbols” on page 24 for information about these labels.
Number Name Description
1 RF Tx/Rx 1 (2.4 mm connector) A port which can be configured either to supply a mm wave signal to the DUT, or
to receive it from the DUT.
2 RF Tx/Rx 2 (2.4 mm connector) A port which can be configured either to supply a mm wave signal to the DUT, or
to receive it from the DUT.