Keysight E8257D Option H1K User manual

Keysight
E8257D/67D and E8663D
PSG Signal Generators
Installation
Guide
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Contents
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1 Safety Information
Instrument Markings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
General Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Getting Started
Checking the Shipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Signal Generator Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Line Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting the AC Power Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Configuring the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Contrast and Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Inverse Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Screen Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Updating the Display During Remote Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Configuring for Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
GPIB Interface Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
LAN Interface Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
RS-232 Interface Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Ordering Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front Handles and Rack Mount Flanges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Proper Usage and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cleaning Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Returning a Signal Generator to Keysight Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3 Operation Verification
Performing a Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Self-Test Failure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Checking the Maximum Leveled Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Maximum Leveled Power Check Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Checking the Output Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Problems with Output Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Contents
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4RegulatoryInformation
Statement of Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Accoustic Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide v
Documentation Overview
Installation Guide
• Safety Information
• Getting Started
• Operation Verification
• Regulatory Information
User’s Guide
• Signal Generator Overview
• Basic Operation
• Basic Digital Operation
• Optimizing Performance
• Analog Modulation
• Custom Arb Waveform Generator
• Custom Real Time I/Q Baseband
• Multitone Waveform Generator
• Two- Tone Waveform Generator
• AWGN Waveform Generator
• Peripheral Devices
• Troubleshooting
Programming Guide
• Getting Started with Remote Operation
• Using IO Interfaces
• Programming Examples
• Programming the Status Register System
• Creating and Downloading Waveform Files
• Creating and Downloading User- Data Files
SCPI Reference
• Using this Guide
• System Commands
• Basic Function Commands
• Analog Commands
• Digital Modulation Commands
• Digital Signal Interface Module Commands
• SCPI Command Compatibility

vi Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide
Service Guide
• Troubleshooting
• Replaceable Parts
• Assembly Replacement
• Post- Repair Procedures
• Safety and Regulatory Information
Key Reference
• Key function description

Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide 1
1 Safety Information
Instrument Markings
The following markings are used on the signal generator. Familiarize yourself with each marking and
its meaning before operating the signal generator.
The instruction manual symbol. The product is marked with this symbol when it is necessary for the
user to refer to the instructions in the manual.
The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community. If this symbol is accompanied by a
year, it is the year when the design was proven.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association.
The C- Tick Mark is a trademark registered to the Australian Spectrum Management Agency. This
indicates compliance with all Australian EMC regulatory information.
This symbol is used to mark the on position of the power line switch.
This symbol is used to mark the standby position of the power line switch.
This symbol indicates that the input power required is ac.
This is a symbol of an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product. (CISPER 11, Clause 4)

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Safety Information
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
The following safety notations are used throughout this manual. Familiarize yourself with each
notation and its meaning before operating the signal generator.
WARNING Warning denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a condition or situation that could
result in personal injury or loss of life. Do not proceed beyond a warning until the
indicated conditions or situations are fully understood.
CAUTION Caution calls attention to a possible condition or situation that could result in the loss
of a user’s work, damage, or destruction of the signal generator. Do not proceed beyond
a caution until the indicated conditions are fully understood.
NOTE Note calls the user’s attention to an important point, or special information, within the text.
It provides operational information or additional instructions of which the user should be
aware.
General Safety Considerations
WARNING Personal injury may result if the signal generator covers are removed. There are no
operator serviceable parts inside. To avoid electrical shock, refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments
outside of the home.
This product complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirements. The affixed label
indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste.
Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex 1, this product
is classed as a “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product.
Do not dispose in domestic household waste.
To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office, or see
http://www.keysight.com/environment/product/ for more information.

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2 Getting Started
Checking the Shipment
1. Inspect the shipping container for damage.
Signs of damage may include a dented or torn shipping container or cushioning material that
shows signs of unusual stress or compacting.
2. Carefully remove the contents from the shipping container and verify that your order is complete.
The following items are shipped standard with each instrument:
• installation guide
• documentation CD- ROM
CD-ROM contents are also available in hard copy format. Refer to
“E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation” on page 9 for more information.
• three- prong ac power cord specific to geographic location
3. Verify that any options ordered are included with the shipment by checking the packing literature
included with the shipment.
NOTE The serial number label on the signal generator only lists the hardware/firmware options.
The packing literature verifies all items shipped.
Front handles and rack mounting hardware are also available for your signal generator. Refer to
“Front Handle and Rack Mount Flange Kits” on page 9 for more information.
4. Adapters shipped by Option are shown in the following table.
Table 2-1 Adapters Shipped by Option
Option Description Quantity Part Number
520 Connector Assembly, 3.5mm (female–female) 1 5061–5311
520 1ED Adapter, 3.5mm (female) to Type N (male) 1 1250–1744

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Signal Generator Physical Characteristics
Signal Generator Physical Characteristics
• Height: 178 mm (7 in.)
• Width: 426 mm (16.8 in.)
• Depth: 515 mm (20.3 in.)
• Weight: (E8257D, E8663D) < 22 kg (48 lb.) net, < 30 kg (68 lb.) shipping
• Weight: (E8267D) < 25 kg (54 lb.) net, < 33 kg (74 lb.) shipping
Meeting Electrical and Environmental Requirements
Environment
The signal generator is designed for use in the following environmental conditions:
• indoor use
• <15,000 feet (4,572 meters) altitude
•0to55°C temperature, unless otherwise specified
• relative humidity - type tested at 95%, +40° C (non- condensing)
CAUTION This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and POLLUTION
DEGREE 2, per IEC 61010 and 664, respectively.
Ventilation
Ventilation holes are located on the left side of the signal generator cover and the rear of the signal
generator chassis. Do not allow these holes to be obstructed, as they allow air flow through the signal
generator.
When installing the signal generator in a cabinet, the convection into and out of the signal generator
must not be restricted. The ambient temperature outside the cabinet must be less than the maximum
operating temperature of the signal generator by 4° C for every 100 watts dissipated within the
cabinet.
CAUTION Damage to the signal generator may result when the total power dissipated in the
cabinet is greater than 800 watts. When this condition exists, forced convection must be
applied.
532
540
544
550
Adapter, 2.4mm (female)–2.92mm (female–K) 1 1250–2187
Adapter, 2.4mm (female–female) 1 33311–82005 or
1250- 2188
567 Adapter, 1.85mm (female–female) 1 85058–60114
Table 2-1 Adapters Shipped by Option

Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide 5
Getting Started
Configuring the Display
Line Settings
The signal generator has an autoranging line voltage input. The available ac power source must meet
the following conditions:
Voltage: 100/115 volts nominal (100- 120 volts)
230/240 volts nominal (220- 240 volts)
Frequency: for 100/115 volts: 50/60 (400 Hz nominal E8257D and E8663D only)
for 230/240 volts: 50/60 Hz nominal
Power: E8257D and E8663D PSG analog models: 350 watts maximum
E8267D PSG vector models: 450 watts maximum
CAUTION Damage to the signal generator may result if the supply voltage is not within the
specified range.
Connecting the AC Power Cord
This is a Safety Class 1 Product provided with a protective earth ground incorporated into the power
cord. The front panel switch is only a standby switch; it is not a line switch. The AC power cord is
the disconnecting device that disconnects the signal generator mains circuits from the mains supply.
Alternatively, an external switch or circuit breaker, readily identifiable and easily reached by the
operator, may also be used as a disconnecting device.
Disconnecting power to an instrument with a high stability timebase may require a longer warm- up
period before it meets specifications. Perform the following steps when connecting the ac power cord:
WARNING Personal injury may occur if there is any interruption of the protective conductor
inside or outside of the signal generator. Intentional interruption is prohibited.
CAUTION Damage to the signal generator may result without adequate earth grounding. Always
use the three- prong AC power cord supplied with the signal generator.
1. Ensure that the power cord is not damaged.
2. Install the signal generator so that one of the following items is readily identifiable and easily
reached by the operator: AC power cord, alternative switch, or circuit breaker.
3. Insert the mains plug into a socket outlet provided with a protective earth grounding.
Configuring the Display
You can adjust the LCD display using features such as contrast, brightness, screen saver mode, and
the screen saver delay. You can also toggle features such as inverse video, display updating in remote
mode, and the screen saver on or off.
Contrast and Brightness
Press to decrease the display contrast.

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Getting Started
Configuring the Display
Pressing the decrease contrast hardkey and holding it down causes the display background to
gradually darken in comparison to the text on the display. The minimum contrast setting is not a
completely black display. Some contrast between the background and the text will still be visible.
Press to increase the display contrast.
Pressing the increase contrast hardkey and holding it down causes the display background to
gradually brighten in comparison to the text on the display. If the background does not appear to
change, it is probably set to the maximum contrast.
Press Utility > Display > Brightness.
This allows you to change the display’s brightness.
Brightness can be adjusted using the arrow keys, numeric keypad, or front panel knob. The brightness
value is set to 50 (maximum brightness) at the factory. The minimum brightness value is 1.
Inverse Video
Press Utility > Display > Inverse Video Off On.
This toggles between inverse video mode and normal display mode.
The normal display mode for the signal generator is dark text on a light background. Inverse video
mode is light text on a dark background. Inverse video is a persistent state; it is not affected by a
signal generator preset or power cycle.
Screen Saver
Press Utility > Display > Screen Saver Off On.
This toggles the operating mode of the screen saver.
You can increase the life expectancy of the signal generator’s display light by activating the screen
saver. Leaving the display lit for long periods of time or turning the display on and off frequently
decreases the life of the bulb. With the screen saver on, the display light is turned off after a defined
period of time with no input to the front panel. The display light turns on again when any front
panel key is pressed or when a remote command is sent. The screen saver is set to off at the factory.
Press Utility > Display > Screen Saver Mode.
This toggles the screen saver mode between light- only mode and light- and- text mode.
Adjust the screen saver mode to turn the light on, off, or to turn both the light and text on and off.
Setting the mode to light- only mode turns the display light off, leaving the text visible at a low
intensity. If the display remains unchanged for long periods of time, set the mode to light and text to
prevent the text from burning the display. This mode turns the display light and the text off.
Press Utility > Display > Screen Saver Delay.
This adjusts the amount of elapsed time before the screen saver is activated.
The screen saver delay is set to 1 hour at the factory. The current screen saver delay is displayed in
the softkey label and also in the active entry area. To change the delay, enter a new value using the
numeric keypad and then press Enter, or rotate the front panel knob. The acceptable range of delay
values is 1 through 12 hours in 1 hour increments.
The screen saver settings are persistent states; they are not affected by a signal generator preset or

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Getting Started
Configuring for Remote Control
power cycle.
Updating the Display During Remote Operation
Press Utility > Display > Update in Remote Off On.
This toggles the display- update- in- remote mode on or off.
When toggled on, commands executed via the remote control bus will update the signal generator
display accordingly. When toggled off, commands executed via the remote control bus will not update
the signal generator’s display. Update-in- remote mode is set to off at the factory.
Configuring for Remote Control
GPIB Interface Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > GPIB Address.
2. Use the numeric keypad to set the desired address and press Enter.
The arrow keys or the front panel knob can be used to set the desired address.
The signal generator’s GPIB address is set to 19 at the factory. The acceptable range of addresses is
0 through 30. The GPIB address is a persistent state; it is not affected by a signal generator preset
or by a power cycle.
LAN Interface Configuration
Use one of the following procedures to assign a hostname and IP address to the signal generator. The
hostname and IP address are persistent states; they are not affected by an instrument preset or a
power cycle.
NOTE Verify that the signal generator is connected to the LAN using a 10BASE- T LAN cable.
Manual Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > LAN Setup.
2. Press Hostname.
NOTE Hostname field will only be available when the DHCP is off (Manual mode).
3. Use the labeled text softkeys and/or numeric keypad to enter the desired hostname.
To erase the current hostname, press Editing Keys > Clear Text.
4. Press Enter.
5. Set LAN Config Manual DHCP to Manual.
6. Press IP Address and enter a desired address.
Use the left and right arrow keys to move the cursor. Use the up and down arrow keys, front
panel knob, or numeric keypad to enter an IP address. To erase the current IP address, press the
Clear Text softkey.

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Configuring for Remote Control
NOTE To remotely access the signal generator from a different LAN subnet, you must also enter the
subnet mask and default gateway. See your system administrator to obtain the appropriate
values.
7. Press the Proceed With Reconfiguration softkey and then the Confirm Change (Instrument will Reboot)
softkey.
This action assigns a hostname and IP address (as well as a gateway and subnet mask, if these
have been configured) to the signal generator. The hostname, IP address, gateway and subnet
mask are not affected by an instrument preset or by a power cycle.
DHCP Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > LAN Setup.
NOTE If the DHCP server uses dynamic DNS to link the hostname with the assigned IP address,
the hostname may be used in place of the IP address. Otherwise, the hostname is not usable
and you may skip steps 2 through 4.
2. Press Hostname.
NOTE Hostname field will only be available when the DHCP is off (Manual mode).
3. Use the labeled text softkeys and/or numeric keypad to enter the desired hostname.
To erase the current hostname, press Editing Keys > Clear Text.
4. Press Enter.
5. Set LAN Config Manual DHCP to DHCP.
6. Press the Proceed With Reconfiguration softkey and then the Confirm Change (Instrument will Reboot)
softkey.
This action configures the signal generator as a DHCP client. In DHCP mode, the signal generator
will request a new IP address from the DHCP server upon rebooting. You can return to the LAN
Setup menu after rebooting to determine the assigned IP address.
RS-232 Interface Configuration
1. Press Utility > GPIB/RS-232 LAN > RS-232 Setup.
2. Press RS-232 Baud Rate.
3. Press the desired baud rate softkey.
4. Press RS-232 Echo Off On.
This toggles the state of the SCPI echoing on the RS- 232 connection. Set as desired.
5. Press Reset RS-232.
This deletes the data from the RS- 232 buffer, discarding any unprocessed SCPI input received
over RS- 232.
These RS- 232 parameters are persistent states; these states are not affected by an instrument preset
or power cycle.

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Getting Started
Ordering Accessories
Ordering Accessories
The following accessories can be ordered when a signal generator is purchased, or at any time
afterward. To order accessories, refer to “Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices” on page 11.
Front Handles and Rack Mount Flanges
Handles can be purchased and attached to the front of the signal generator. These handles can also
be purchased with a rack mount kit to facilitate rack installation. Hardware can be ordered as a kit
to support either preference. Table 2-2 lists the part numbers for these kits.
E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation
Table 2-3 lists the part numbers and descriptions for documentation available in hardcopy and
CD- ROM format.
Table 2-2 Front Handle and Rack Mount Flange Kits
Description Part Number
Rack Mount Kit without Handles (Option 1CM) 5063- 9215
Front Handle Kit (Option 1CN) 5063- 9228
Rack Mount Kit with Handles (Option 1CP) 5063- 9222
PSG Rack Slide Kit E8251- 60419
Table 2-3 Available E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation
Document Type Description Part Number
Documentation Set
(Option ABA)
• set includes all items listed in this table, with the exception of the
Installation Guide, the Service Guide, and the documentation CD- ROM
E8251- 90350
Documentation CD- ROM
(Option CD1)
• PDF files of the E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG documentation set,
including the Installation Guide and the Service Guide
• programming examples
• error messages
E8251- 90351
Installation Guide
• installation instructions and requirements
• operation verification procedure
• safety and regulatory information
E8251- 90352
E8257D Data Sheet
• available options
• warranted specifications and typical performance
5989- 0698EN
E8267D Data Sheet
• available options
• warranted specifications and typical performance
5989- 0697EN
E8663D Data Sheet
• available options
• warranted specifications and typical performance
5990- 4136EN

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Getting Started
Proper Usage and Cleaning
Proper Usage and Cleaning
The signal generator cover protects against physical contact with internal assemblies that contain
hazardous voltages, but does not protect against the entrance of water. To avoid damage and personal
injury, ensure that liquid substances are positioned away from your signal generator.
WARNING Personal injury may result if the signal generator is not used as specified.
Unspecified use impairs the protection provided by the equipment. The signal
generator must be used with all means for protection intact.
Cleaning Suggestions
To ensure good connections, the connectors on the front and rear panels of the signal generator need
to be cleaned regularly.
To prevent dust build- up that could potentially obstruct ventilation, clean the signal generator cover
periodically. Use a dry cloth, or one slightly dampened with water, to clean the external case parts.
WARNING To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the Keysight E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG
Signal Generators 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.
User’s Guide
• description of features and functions
• signal generator operation tutorials
• optimization procedures
• concept information
• basic troubleshooting
E8251- 90353
Key Reference
• softkey and hardkey descriptions E8251- 90354
Programming Guide
• remote operation procedures
• programming examples
• downloading and using files
E8251- 90355
SCPI Command Reference
• SCPI command descriptions
• command compatibility tables
E8251- 90356
Service Guide
(Option OBW)
• troubleshooting procedures
• assembly replacement procedures
• parts information
E8251- 90359
Table 2-3 Available E8257D/67D and E8663D PSG Documentation
Document Type Description Part Number

Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide 11
Getting Started
Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices
Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices
Assistance with test and measurements needs and information on finding a local Keysight office are
available on the Internet at:
http://www.keysight.com/find/assist
You can also purchase E8257D/67D or E8663D PSG accessories or documentation items on the
Internet at: http://www.keysight.com/find/psg
If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact your field engineer.
NOTE In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the signal generator by its model
number and full serial number. With this information, the Keysight representative can
determine whether your unit is still within its warranty period.
Returning a Signal Generator to Keysight Technologies
To return your signal generator to Keysight Technologies for servicing, follow these steps:
1. Gather as much information as possible regarding the signal generator’s problem.
2. Call the phone number listed on the Internet (http://www.keysight.com/find/assist) that is specific
to your geographic location. If you do not have access to the Internet, contact your Keysight field
engineer.
After sharing information regarding the signal generator and its condition, you will receive
information regarding where to ship your signal generator for repair.
3. Ship the signal generator in the original factory packaging materials, if available, or use similar
packaging to properly protect the signal generator.

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Getting Started
Returning a Signal Generator to Keysight Technologies

Keysight E8257D/67D & E8663D PSG Signal Generators Installation Guide 13
3 Operation Verification
NOTE For the instrument to meet performance specifications allow a warm up period of 45
minutes within an operational temperature range of 0 to 55 °C. For more information, refer
to the PSG signal generator Data Sheet.
Operation verification is a series of tests that, when completed, will either ensure that the signal
generator is operating correctly, or will assist in pointing to the problem area. Operation verification
does not ensure performance to specifications, but should provide a level of confidence that the
signal generator is operating correctly within a minimum amount of time.
Operation verification is appropriate for incoming inspection after repair (when a full calibrated
performance is not required), or whenever the integrity of the signal generator is in question.
Individual tests may be performed in any order, however, the order of the list below is recommended.
Perform the following tests for operation verification:
1. “Performing a Self-Test” on page 13
2. “Checking the Maximum Leveled Power” on page 14
3. “Checking the Output Power” on page 19
NOTE Throughout this section, all references to pressing the Preset hardkey assume that the preset
state is set to normal (factory- defined preset state).
To ensure that the preset state is set to normal, press Utility > Power On/Preset > Preset Normal
User until Normal is highlighted.
Performing a Self-Test
The self- test is a series of internal tests that checks different signal generator functions. If this test
fails, refer to “Self-Test Failure” on page 14 for further instructions.
Perform the following procedure to run a self- test:
1. Disconnect all external cables, including GPIB, LAN, and RS- 232 cables.
2. Press Preset > Utility > Instrument Info/Help Mode > Self Test.
The following message should appear:
•The current status of the self-test is: Incomplete. Not all tests have been run.

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Operation Verification
Checking the Maximum Leveled Power
3. Press Run Complete Self Test.
While the self- test is running, an activity bar is displayed on the screen indicating the test
progress.
If Abort is pressed while the self- test are running, the following message will be displayed:
•The current status of the self-test is: Incomplete. Not all tests have been run.
When the self- test is complete, one of the following messages will be displayed:
•The current status of the self-test is: Passed
•The current status of the self-test is: Failure. One or more tests have failed.
System diagnostics indicate this test as the root failure: xxx
The number of tests that passed and failed are displayed in the lower left- hand corner of the display.
If the signal generator fails only one test, the display shows the title of the failed test. If the signal
generator fails more than one test, the test number of the most significant failure is shown.
Self-Test Failure
If a self- test failure occurs, perform the following procedure:
1. Make sure all external cables, including GPIB, LAN, and RS- 232 cables, are disconnected from the
signal generator and perform the self- test again.
2. If the self- test continues to fail, send the signal generator to an Keysight service center for repair,
with a detailed description of the failed test(s) and any other error messages that appeared on
the display.
See “Returning a Signal Generator to Keysight Technologies” on page 11 for return instructions.
Checking the Maximum Leveled Power
Perform the following procedure to check the maximum leveled power.
1. Press Preset.
2. Attach a 50Ωload to the RF OUTPUT. A power sensor, attenuator, or 50Ωtermination is an
example of a 50Ωload.
3. Press RF On/Off. The RF On annunciator is now displayed.
4. Press Mod On/Off. The Mod Off annunciator is now displayed.
5. Press Amplitude and enter a value from Table 3-1, Table 3-2, or Table 3-3 that is applicable to your
instrument model and option configuration.
NOTE Some typical option configurations and their maximum output power limits are shown in
Table 3-1, Table 3-2, or Table 3-3. For the complete matrix of options or for the latest changes
to specifications, refer to the PSG data sheets either on the web at
http:\\www.keysight.com\find\psg or on the documentation CD that was shipped with your
instrument.
6. If the signal generator is equipped with Option 007, press Sweep /List > Sweep Type> Step > Configure
Step Sweep.