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Agilent Technologies 83620B User Manual

Agilent Technologies 83620B
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Advanced
Table 1-1.
Keys Under Discussion in This Section (continued)
Paragraph Heading Keys
\Optimizing Swept Signal Generator Performance"
Auto Track
continued
Peak RF Always
Peak RF Once
Swp Span Cal Once
Swp Span Cal Always
AM BW Cal Always
AM BW Cal Once
FullUsr Cal
AM On/Off 100%/V
AM On/Off 10dB/V
Deep AM
USER DEFINED MENU
ASSIGN
Using Step Sweep
Step Swp Menu
Creating and Using a Frequency List
List Menu
Delete Menu
Enter List Freq
Enter List Offset
Enter List Dwell
Pt Trig Menu
Using the SecurityFeatures
Zero Freq
Save Lock
Clear Memory
Blank Display
Changing the Preset Parameters
Save Usr Preset
Preset Mode User
PRESET
For more information, each of these keys has a separate entry in
Chapter 2.
1-22 Getting Started Advanced

Table of Contents

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Agilent Technologies 83620B Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModulationAM, FM, Pulse
InterfaceGPIB
Sweep Time1 ms to 1000 s
Output Power+13 dBm
Non-Harmonic Spurious-60 dBc

Summary

Certification

Warranty

Details product warranty terms, including period, service, and limitations.

Assistance

Safety Notes

Explains the meaning of WARNING and CAUTION notes used throughout the manual.

General Safety Considerations

WARNING

Details crucial safety precautions regarding electrical shock and fuses.

1. Getting Started

What Is In This Chapter

Provides an overview of the chapter's content, divided into basic, advanced, and programming sections.

Introducing the 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generators

Provides a brief introduction to the instrument's capabilities.

CW Operation and Start/Stop Frequency Sweep

CW Operation

Details how to perform CW operation using front panel keys.

Start/Stop Frequency Sweep

Explains how to set start and stop frequencies for sweep operations.

Center Frequency/Span Operation

Power Level and Sweep Time Operation

Power Level Operation

Describes how to set and verify the output power level.

Sweep Time Operation

Explains how to set and verify the sweep time for various sweep types.

Continuous, Single, and Manual Sweep Operation

Marker Operation

Delta Marker Operation

Explains how to use delta markers for frequency difference measurements.

Power Sweep and Power Slope Operation

Power Sweep

Describes how to perform a power sweep and measure power output.

Power Slope

Explains how to compensate for frequency-dependent power variations.

Externally Leveling the Swept Signal Generator

Leveling with Detectors/Couplers/Splitters

Explains setups for external leveling using detectors, couplers, or splitters.

External Leveling Used With the Optional Step Attenuator

Optimizing Swept Signal Generator Performance

Creating and Applying the User Flatness Correction Array

Details how to create and apply user flatness correction arrays for improved accuracy.

Using Detector Calibration

3. Programming

Getting Started Programming

Introduces SCPI programming and the instrument's interface.

Getting Started with SCPI

Definitions of Terms

Defines key SCPI terms like controller, instrument, program message, response message, command, and query.

Command Examples

Shows examples of SCPI command syntax.

Essentials for Beginners

Program and Response Messages

Introduces the basic types of messages exchanged between instruments and controllers.

Subsystem Command Trees

Explains the hierarchical structure of SCPI subsystem commands.

Subsystem Command Tables

Details the tabular format for documenting subsystem commands.

Subsystem Command Trees

Paths Through the Command Tree

Explains how instruments interpret commands by parsing the command tree path.

More About Commands

Query and Event Commands

Explains how to query instrument values and handle events.

Program Message Examples

Demonstrates how to create SCPI command set examples.

Reading Instrument Errors

Example Programs

Details of Commands and Responses

Program Message Syntax

Illustrates the simplified syntax of a SCPI program message.

Subsystem Command Syntax

Shows the basic syntax of SCPI subsystem commands.

Common Command Syntax

Depicts the syntax of common SCPI commands.

Response Message Syntax

SCPI Data Types

Parameter Types

Explains the different types of parameters used in SCPI commands.

Extended Numeric Parameters

Describes how to specify physical quantities using extended numeric parameters.

Discrete Parameters

Explains how to use discrete parameters for settings.

Boolean Parameters

Details Boolean parameters representing true/false states.

Response Data Types

Discusses various response data types and their formats.

Programming Typical Measurements

Using the Example Programs

Guides users on how to use interactive example programs for measurements.

Table 1-4. Sample Sweep Signal Generator Commands

Programming the Status System

General Status Register Model

Explains the generalized SCPI status register model structure.

An Example Sequence

Illustrates status register bit changes in a typical status group.

Programming the Trigger System

Generalized Trigger Model

Provides a simplified view of the generalized SCPI trigger model.

Details of Trigger States

Explains the decision rules inside each trigger state.

Inside the Idle State

Illustrates the operation of the idle state.

Inside the Initiate State

Illustrates the operation of the initiate state.

Inside Event Detection States

Describes the operation of arbitrary event detection states.

Common Trigger Configurations

The INIT Configuration

Describes the simplest possible trigger configuration using INIT.

Trigger Keyword Definitions

Defines keywords for trigger configurations like *ABORT, *IMMediate, etc.

Description of Triggering in the 8360 B-Series Swept Signal Generators

2. Operating and Programming Reference

ALC

ALC System Overview

Explains the ALC system as a feedback control for RF energy.

ANALYSER STATUS REGISTER

Coupling Factor

CW

Stops sweeping and selects synthesized continuous wave.

Fitness Menu

FLTNESS ON/OFF

FREQUENCY

Leveling Mode ALCoff

Leveling Mode Normal

Leveling Mode Search

List Menu

M

M1--M2 Sweep

Starts sweep at frequency of marker 1, stops at marker 2.

Manual Sweep

Sets sweep to manual mode using rotary or arrow keys.

MARKER

Markers All Off

Measure Corr All

Measures flatness correction values for all frequency points.

Measure Corr Current

Measure Corr Undef

Measures flatness correction values for points with no assigned values.

Modulation

Amplitude Modulation

Describes amplitude modulation from external or internal sources.

FM Modulation

Pulse Modulation

POWER LEVEL

POWER MENU

Power Slope

Power Sweep

PRESET

Programming Language CIIL

Programming Language SCPI

Selects SCPI as the interface language.

Pulse Menu

S

SAVE

Allows saving up to eight front panel settings.

SAVE

SCPI Conformance Information

SCPI COMMAND SUMMARY

IEEE 488.2 Common Commands

Lists common SCPI commands and their descriptions.

Sweep Subsystem

SCPI STATUS REGISTER STRUCTURE

Selftest (Full)

Set Atten

Sets the attenuator separately from the ALC system.

SINGLE

START

SPAN

Sets frequency span for sweep operation.

Step Control Master

Step Control Slave

STOP

SWEEP MENU

SWEEP TIME

SYSTEM MENU

U

UncoupI Atten

Uncouples the attenuator from the ALC system.

Waveform Menu

2a Error Messages

Front Panel Error Messages in Alphabetical Order

Lists error messages displayed on the front panel.

SCPI Error Messages in Numerical Order

Universal SCPI Error Messages

2b Menu Maps

2c Specifications

Frequency

Lists frequency range, resolution, and bands for CW signals.

Range

Specifies frequency ranges for different models.

Synthesized Step Sweep

Synthesized List Mode

Details accuracy, step size, and dwell time for list mode.

Ramp Sweep Mode

Specifies accuracy for sweep widths and time.

RF Output

Output Power

Provides standard and option output power specifications.

Accuracy (dB)

Flatness (dB)

Specifies flatness in dB for various power levels and frequencies.

Spectral Purity

FM

Locked Mode

Describes FM locked and unlocked modes, sensitivity.

Internal Modulation Generator Option 002

AM, FM

Lists internal waveforms and parameters for AM/FM modulation.

Pulse

Details pulse modes, period, width, and accuracy.

Inputs & Outputs

3. Installation

Initial Inspection

Instructions for inspecting the shipping container and contents for damage.

Preparation for Use

Guides on preparing the instrument for use.

GPIB Address Selection

Package the Swept Signal Generator for Shipment

Manual Operation

Front Panel Operation

Explains front panel softkey approach.

Instrument Preset Conditions

Details factory preset conditions for instrument operation.

System Connections

Remote Operation

4. Operator's Check and Routine Maintenance

Operator's Checks

Guides operators on performing quick checks of instrument functions.

Local Operator's Check

Provides assurance that the generator is working via self-tests.

Preliminary Check

Details steps for verifying instrument status after power-on.

Main Check

Guides through comprehensive checks including self-test and tracking.

Routine Maintenance

How to Replace the Line Fuse

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the line fuse.

How to Clean the Fan Filter

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