Page 2 - Notice; Restricted Rights Legend
ii 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Notice Restricted Rights Legend Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject torestrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in TechnicalData and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 for DODagencies, and subpar...
Page 3 - What You’ll Find in This Manual...
85330A Multiple Channel Controller iii What You’ll Find in This Manual… Chapter 1 • Installation - Shows how a standard Agilent 85330A system is installed.If you purchased a preconfigured system, Agilent has provideddocumentation that contains installation information for your specificsystem. Use th...
Page 4 - Appendix; Warranty; Certification; “Service
iv 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Appendix • Glossary of Terms - This glossary defines special terminologyassociated with this system. Words shown in bold text are defined in theglossary. Warranty Certification Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its publishedspecifications at t...
Page 5 - Service and Support; Click on “Contact Us” and select your country.; United States
85330A Multiple Channel Controller v Service and Support Any adjustment, maintenance, or repair of this product must be performedby qualified personnel. Contact your customer engineer through your localAgilent Technologies Service Center. You can find a list of local servicerepresentatives on the We...
Page 6 - Safety and Regulatory Information; WARNING; CAUTION; Instrument Markings
vi 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Safety and Regulatory Information Review this product and related documentation to familiarize yourself withsafety markings and instructions before you operate the instrument. Thisproduct has been designed and tested in accordance with internationalstandards. WA...
Page 7 - Before Applying Power
85330A Multiple Channel Controller vii Safety EarthGround This is a Safety Class I product (provided with a protective earthingterminal). An uninterruptible safety earth ground must be provided from themain power source to the product input wiring terminals, power cord, orsupplied power cord set. Wh...
Page 9 - Manufacturers Declaration; NOTE; Zustzinformation für Mess-und Testgeräte:; Sound Emmisions
85330A Multiple Channel Controller ix Manufacturers Declaration This is to certify that this product meets the radio frequency interferencerequirements of Directive FTZ 1046/1984. The German Bundespost hasbeen notified that this equipment was put into circulation and has beengranted the right to che...
Page 10 - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY; Manufacturer’s Address:; Declares that the product:; Supplementary Information:; Greg Pfeiffer/Quality Engineering Manager
x 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Manufacturers Declaration European Contact: Your local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service Office or Hewlett-Packard GmbH Department HQ-TRE, Herreneberger Strasse 130, D71034 Boblingen, Germany (FAX +49-7031-14-3143) DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to ISO/IEC G...
Page 11 - Typeface Conventions; Italics
85330A Multiple Channel Controller xi Typeface Conventions Typeface Conventions Italics • Used to emphasize important information: Use this software only with the Agilent 85330A system. • Used for the title of a publication: Refer to the Agilent Technologies 85330A System-Level User’s Guide. • Used ...
Page 13 - Contents; Installation
Contents 85330A Multiple Channel Controller xiii Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiWhat You’ll Find in This Manual… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiiWarranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 14 - Operator’s Check
xiv 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Voltage Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Inputs/Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Output Trigger Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 15 - Manual Operation
85330A Multiple Channel Controller xv 5. Manual Operation In This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 To Use the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 About the Softkeys Menus . . . . . . ...
Page 16 - Remote Programming Command Reference
xvi 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Using More than One Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14Starting Run-Time Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14Run-Time Measurement Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6...
Page 17 - Service
85330A Multiple Channel Controller xvii 9. Service Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1 Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2Recommended Test Equipment . . . . . . . . ...
Page 19 - If you just purchased an antenna measurement system, install all
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-1 Installation 1 Installation Installation at aGlance The installation procedure is composed of the following basic steps: 1. If you just purchased an antenna measurement system, install all components as described in the documentation that came with thatsystem. ...
Page 20 - Preparing the Main Antenna Measurement System; Preparing the Main Antenna Measurement; Agilent 85301B Antenna Measurement System Manual; Installing the Agilent 85330A Multiple Channel; There are two ways to install the Agilent 85330A system.; How to use the figure; When the sources are
1-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Installation Preparing the Main Antenna Measurement System Preparing the Main Antenna Measurement System CAUTION As an antistatic precaution, do not touch exposed connector contacts! Information about installing, performing an operational check, and verifyingth...
Page 21 - Flow Chart for Choosing the Correct Installation; If the receiver does not have the RECEIVER READY, as shown in
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-3 Installation Preparing the Main Antenna Measurement System Figure 1-1 Flow Chart for Choosing the Correct Installation NOTE If the receiver does not have the RECEIVER READY, as shown in Figure 1-2 on page 1-4 and Figure 1-3 on page 1-5 , then the STOP SWEEP may...
Page 23 - 5330A Installation Diagram for Fast (TTL) Source Control
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-5 Installation Preparing the Main Antenna Measurement System Figure 1-3 85330A Installation Diagram for Fast (TTL) Source Control
Page 24 - Checking Operation of the Multiple Channel Controller; Checking Operation of the Multiple Channel; “Loading the Driver from a Personal Computer,”; Equipment Needed
1-6 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Installation Checking Operation of the Multiple Channel Controller Checking Operation of the Multiple Channel Controller Turn the multiple channel controller ON; the following screen shouldappear: Select an instrument._ SYSTEM 85330A IBASIC (see note below) NOT...
Page 25 - Procedure
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-7 Installation Checking Operation of the Multiple Channel Controller NOTE You can use other com ports, such as com2. However, you have to edit a filecalled “VXIDLD.CFG” so the software knows you are using a different port. This configuration file can be edited wi...
Page 26 - Selecting Positive or Negative-Edge Event Triggers; Press; Selecting Positive or Negative-Edge Event; one on each foot, and if you are standing on a grounded floor mat.
1-8 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Installation Selecting Positive or Negative-Edge Event Triggers Viewing or Changingthe GPIB Address ofthe Multiple ChannelController The factory default setting of the GPIB address is 9. To view the GPIBaddress: Press [Select Instr] {SYSTEM} {GPIB} {READ} . To ...
Page 27 - Positive/Negative-Edge EVENT TRIG jumpers
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-9 Installation Selecting Positive or Negative-Edge Event Triggers Figure 1-4 Positive/Negative-Edge EVENT TRIG jumpers 1. Remove the two screws that hold the E1330B board in place. 2. Remove the four screws that hold the 85330-60002 board in place. 3. Pull out th...
Page 28 - Installing the Switch Control Units and Switches; SCU address is set to 0.
1-10 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Installation Installing the Switch Control Units and Switches Installing the Switch Control Units and Switches Mounting the SCU andRF Switch If desired, you can mount the SCU using the supplied mounting screws. Youmust provide a mounting plate or drill holes i...
Page 29 - SCU and Switch Mounting Diagram
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 1-11 Installation Installing the Switch Control Units and Switches Figure 1-5 SCU and Switch Mounting Diagram
Page 31 - Performance Verification; In This Chapter; Recommended performance verification test equipment; Description; If traceability to a local standards
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-1 Performance Verification 2 Performance Verification In This Chapter • Recommended performance verification test equipment • Performance verification tests • Verifying the multiple channel controller • Verifying the RF switches Description This performance verif...
Page 32 - lists the equipment that is mandatory when performing the
2-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification RecommendedEquipment Table 2-1 lists the equipment that is mandatory when performing the performance verification. Table 2-1 Required Equipment Qty Item Agilent Part or Model Number 1 1 Downloadable Driver Disk, rev A.03.00 85330-10016 ...
Page 33 - Performance Verification Test; An Example Performance Verification Setup
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-3 Performance Verification Performance Verification Test Performance Verification Test The following verification procedure will verify the Agilent 85330 system intwo parts. The first part will verify the operation of the multiple channelcontroller to make sure t...
Page 34 - Digital Oscilloscope
2-4 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification Performance Verification Test Digital Oscilloscope Set up the Agilent 54503A digital oscilloscope (or any oscilloscope) asdescribed in the following procedure, using the same settings. NOTE The oscilloscope setup described in the follow...
Page 35 - Network Analyzer; Measurement Display; Cables
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-5 Performance Verification Performance Verification Test Network Analyzer Turn ON the vector network analyzer. Adjust the controls for the followingsetup: Measurement Display Display: 4 Channel Channel 1: S11 SWR Channel 2: S21 Log Mag Channel 3: S12 Log Mag Chan...
Page 36 - Verifying the Multiple Channel Controller; IBASIC is only present if the IBASIC option is installed.; Voltage Check; . If an external power supply is used to
2-6 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification Verifying the Multiple Channel Controller Verifying the Multiple Channel Controller This portion of the verification will check the 85330 multiple channel switchcontroller to ensure that it is operating correctly. It will also check the...
Page 37 - Switch Control Unit Output Connector Voltages; Output Trigger Test
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-7 Performance Verification Verifying the Multiple Channel Controller Figure 2-2 Switch Control Unit Output Connector Voltages Inputs/Outputs Press the following on the multiple channel controller: [Clear Instr] [Select Instr] You should see the following display:...
Page 40 - for more information.
2-10 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification Verifying the Multiple Channel Controller negative edge of the pulse. Note that the Start Marker reading will be thepulse delay. See Figure 2-4 for more information. 12. Remove the BNC cables. Figure 2-3 Counter Pulse Delay Test Setup ...
Page 42 - Verifying the Switch Control Unit
2-12 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification Verifying the Switch Control Unit Verifying the Switch Control Unit This test will determine if the multiple channel controller is controlling theSwitch Control Unit and that the SCU is operating correctly. If the systemhas move than o...
Page 43 - Verifying the RF Switches; Switch Setup; Turn OFF the multiple channel controller before making any
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-13 Performance Verification Verifying the RF Switches Verifying the RF Switches This portion of the verification will check the switches to make sure thatthey are switching correctly. This portion will also test the RF performanceof the switches. Switch Setup 1. ...
Page 44 - RF Performance Tests; Connect the test port cable to the first switch port.
2-14 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification Verifying the RF Switches RF Performance Tests Recall the network analyzer setup that was saved earlier by pressing: [RECALL] {1} Perform each of the following tests on each input and output port of theswitch. Check the results of each...
Page 45 - Verifying Remote Ports 1 and 2; Equipment Required; Soldering iron; Jumpers; shows the jumper assembly that can be used to verify remote port
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-15 Performance Verification Verifying Remote Ports 1 and 2 Verifying Remote Ports 1 and 2 Equipment Required • Jumper (see below) • Soldering iron • 2 jumper wires Jumpers Figure 2-6 shows the jumper assembly that can be used to verify remote port 1 and remote po...
Page 46 - Remote Port 1 and remote Port 2 Test Procedure; Connect the modified connector to REMOTE 1 on the rear panel and
2-16 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification Verifying Remote Ports 1 and 2 Remote Port 1 and remote Port 2 Test Procedure 1. Download the 85330A drivers version A.03.00 or above. 2. When select instrument is displayed, press: {85330A}, {More}, {TEST}, {More} 3. Connect the modif...
Page 47 - AUX 1 and AUX 2; Pulse Test
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 2-17 Performance Verification AUX 1 and AUX 2 AUX 1 and AUX 2 Pulse Test You can output one or more 500 µ s pulses from AUX 1 or AUX 2 and measure them with an oscilloscope. The number of pulses is selectable. Thepulses have a 50% duty cycle, and thus a total perio...
Page 48 - Chapter 1, “Installation”
2-18 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Performance Verification AUX 1 and AUX 2 AUX 1 and AUX 2Output Voltage Test The following test will determine if the rear panel ports successfully outputthe correct DC switch drive levels. 1. On the oscilloscope press: [RECALL] [1] [TRIG] {AUTO} [CLEAR DISPLAY...
Page 49 - Purpose; Chapter 2, “Performance Verification”; softkey does not appear, press; Enter the switch address using the numeric keypad. In a standard; Operation”
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 3-1 Operator’s Check 3 Operator’s Check Purpose This operator’s check verifies that the Agilent 85330A can close switches,showing that the 85330A, switch control units, and switches are working.You can perform this check daily, or as desired. This is not a performa...
Page 51 - General Information
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-1 General Information 4 General Information In This Chapter • Product description • Required equipment • Supplied equipment and software • Agilent 85330A multiple channel controller characteristics • Front panel features • Rear panel features • AC power cord Figu...
Page 52 - Product Description; Option 908 - Rack Mount Kit Without Handles; Option 913 - Rack Mount Kit With Handles; Option 910 - Additional Manual; Measurement Speed Advantages
4-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller General Information Product Description The Agilent 85330A multiple channel controller adds high-speedmultiple-channel measurement capability to Agilent 8530A-basedautomated measurement systems, using high-isolation solid state microwaveswitch modules. The 8533...
Page 53 - Installing the Detachable Power Cord; Direct Control
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-3 General Information Installing the Detachable Power Cord Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readilyidentifiable and is easily reached by the operator. The detachable power cordis the instrument disconnecting device. It disconnects the m...
Page 54 - Preparing the 85330A to Control the System; Special Systems; Switch control units
4-4 85330A Multiple Channel Controller General Information Preparing the 85330A to Control the System Preparing the 85330A to Control the System Configuring the 85330A is composed of the following steps: 1. Send the 85330A a series of GPIB setup commands prior to starting the run-time sequence. 2. S...
Page 55 - PIN switch modules; System Interface; The following equipment is required in addition to the 85330A:; meters
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-5 General Information Preparing the 85330A to Control the System PIN switch modules The switches are broadband, high-isolation switches. Each switch issupplied with a switch control unit. Specifications and performancecharacteristics are provided in the Agilent 8...
Page 56 - meter
4-6 85330A Multiple Channel Controller General Information Preparing the 85330A to Control the System 85383B expansion cable Allows SCUs to be daisy-chained together to create expanded switchmatrices. Only 0.5 m cables are available. 85384A Switch Driver Cable Provides the connection between SCUs an...
Page 57 - PIN Switches; The 85331A SP2T PIN switch consists of two modules:
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-7 General Information Preparing the 85330A to Control the System PIN Switches The 85331A SP2T PIN Switch The 85331A SP2T PIN switch consists of two modules: • A switch control unit (SCU) • A high-speed high-isolation SP2T microwave switch module The 85332A SP4T P...
Page 58 - Supplied Equipment and Software; Supplied Equipment and Software
4-8 85330A Multiple Channel Controller General Information Supplied Equipment and Software Supplied Equipment and Software Table 4-2 Supplied Equipment and Software Item Quantity Part or Model Number Multiple channel controller 1 85330A Downloadable driver disk Rev A.03.00 1 85330-10016 Operating an...
Page 59 - 5330A Multiple Channel Controller Characteristics; Environmental Limits; Environmental Conditions for the 85330A
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-9 General Information 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Characteristics 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Characteristics This product is designed for use in Installation Category II and PollutionDegree 2 per IEC 1010 and 664 respectively. CAUTION Before switch...
Page 60 - for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet. If the total; Dimensions; Size and Dimensions
4-10 85330A Multiple Channel Controller General Information 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Characteristics VentilationRequirements CAUTION When installing the product in a cabinet, the convection into and out of theproduct must not be restricted. The ambient temperature (outside thecabinet) must...
Page 61 - Front Panel Features; The front panel contains:
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-11 General Information Front Panel Features Front Panel Features The front panel contains: • A 2-line by 40 character display. • A QWERTY keyboard, plus utility keys. • Five software-controlled display softkeys. Need MoreInformation Refer to the following locatio...
Page 62 - Rear Panel Features; EVENT TRIG; Sends a 2 to 3
4-12 85330A Multiple Channel Controller General Information Rear Panel Features Rear Panel Features Figure 4-2 85330A Rear Panel Connectors EVENT TRIG By default, this input accepts a positive or negative-edge TTL trigger fromthe positioner controller or other device. The default is positive-edgetri...
Page 64 - SWITCH PORT 1 and 2; This connector is not used with the standard instrument.
4-14 85330A Multiple Channel Controller General Information Rear Panel Features SWITCH PORT 1 and 2 Connects to either of the two switch control units (SCUs). These portsprovide binary data for switch control as well DC power. AUX POWER IN This connector is not used with the standard instrument.
Page 65 - Compatible Receivers; Any Agilent 836xx series source is compatible.
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 4-15 General Information 85330A Compatibility 85330A Compatibility Compatible Receivers The 85330A is compatible with the Agilent 8530A microwave receiver. CompatibleLO Sources CompatibleRF Sources Any Agilent 836xx series source is compatible. Table 4-5 Required O...
Page 68 - To Use the Front Panel; Utility Keys
5-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Manual Operation To Use the Front Panel To Use the Front Panel This is an overview of main front panel features. For more information, referto “Using the Front Panel” in Chapter 2 of the Agilent 75000 Series BMainframes Agilent E1300A and E1301A/B User’s Manual...
Page 69 - Softkey Map
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 5-3 Manual Operation Softkey Map Softkey Map Figure 5-1 85330A Softkey Menu Map NOTE Refer to Chapter 3 of the Agilent 75000 Series B Mainframes AgilentE1300A and E1301A/B User’s Manual.
Page 70 - To View or Change the 85330’s GPIB Address; Viewing GPIB Address; The factory default setting of the GPIB address is 9.
5-4 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Manual Operation To View or Change the 85330’s GPIB Address To View or Change the 85330’s GPIB Address Viewing GPIB Address The factory default setting of the GPIB address is 9. To view the GPIB address: Press: [Select Instr] {SYSTEM} {GPIB} {READ} Changing the...
Page 71 - To Close Any Switch in the System (to select a channel); To Close Any Switch in the System; If the switch you want to close is connected to PORT 1, press
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 5-5 Manual Operation To Close Any Switch in the System (to select a channel) To Close Any Switch in the System (to select a channel) To manually close a switch (to select a channel): 1. Press: [Select Instr] {85330A} 2. If the {CLOSE} softkey does not appear, press...
Page 72 - To Change the TTL State of AUX 1 or AUX 2
5-6 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Manual Operation To Change the TTL State of AUX 1 or AUX 2 To Change the TTL State of AUX 1 or AUX 2 To set AUX 1 or AUX 2 TTL state: 1. Press: [Select Instr] {85330A} 2. If the {CLOSE} softkey does not appear, press [Prev Menu] until it does. 3. Press: {CLOSE}...
Page 73 - To View Custom Option Number (If Applicable); To Manually Send Trigger Pulses; “Verifying the Multiple Channel
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 5-7 Manual Operation To View Custom Option Number (If Applicable) To View Custom Option Number (If Applicable) Some 85330As are equipped with custom driver s as required by thecustomer. Pressing: [Select Instr ] then [More] the display will read: Rev Opt? Test. Cli...
Page 75 - Programming
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-1 Programming 6 Programming In This Chapter This chapter provides a general programing of the operation for the Agilent85330A and a detailed description of the programming codes. Severalscenarios and examples are given. • GPIB addresses • Definition of terms • To...
Page 76 - Definition of Terms; SCU address; Switch address
6-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming Definition of Terms NOTE Please review the following terms before reading information in this chapter. SCU address At the factory, each Switch Control Unit is assigned an address called anSCU address. When commands are sent out port 1 or port 2, the...
Page 77 - To Choose a Measurement Configuration; Refer to; How to Use the Figure; CW Measurement Configuration
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-3 Programming To Choose a Measurement Configuration To Choose a Measurement Configuration The measurement configuration you use depends on the type ofmeasurement (CW or multiple-frequency) and the type of system(one-source or two-source system). One-source system...
Page 78 - Refer to the programming; the Agilent 8530A User’s Guide.
6-4 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming CW Measurement Configuration CW Measurement Configuration Description In single-frequency measurements, the Fast Source Control mode is notused. The RF source (and LO source, if used) can either be controlled by: • The 8530A (set the sources to Anal...
Page 79 - Single Source Multiple-Frequency Configuration
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-5 Programming Single Source Multiple-Frequency Configuration Single Source Multiple-Frequency Configuration Description In single-source (8511A/B based) systems, the Fast Source Control mode isnot available. The RF source is controlled by the 8530A (AnalyzerLangu...
Page 80 - You only have to send the; commands that relate to the parameters
6-6 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming Single Source Multiple-Frequency Configuration This setup allows the 8530A to measure each receive switch input insequence. Each one is measured as a separate parameter, which you can readusing the system computer. Refer to the GPIB Programming chap...
Page 81 - Dual Source Multiple-Frequency Measurements; Operation in this mode is nearly identical to that described in
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-7 Programming Dual Source Multiple-Frequency Measurements Dual Source Multiple-Frequency Measurements When you are using multiple-frequency measurements with an 85309Afrequency converter, you can choose how the sources are controlled: • You can allow the 8530A to...
Page 82 - Fast Source Control; of the Agilent 8530A User’s Guide.; Source settings; Use Frequency List or Step mode.
6-8 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming Fast Source Control Fast Source Control Description Fast source control speeds up frequency switching speed inmultiple-frequency measurements. It is only available in 85309A-basedsystems. This mode uses TTL signals to increment RF and LO sourcefrequ...
Page 83 - To Use Direct Control; Selecting a Channel; Example 1, for a standard system; Example 2, for a typical custom system
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-9 Programming To Use Direct Control To Use Direct Control Direct control is where the host computer issues GPIB commands and the85330A executes them immediately. For example, the ROUTe:CLOSe (port number) (switch address) command causes the 85330A to immediately ...
Page 84 - Both examples select channel 1, 2 and 3 in sequence.; example for standard systems
6-10 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming To Use Direct Control Other examples: OUTPUT 70918;”ROUT:CLOS 2,(@103);” Switch Port 2, SCU address 1, channel 3. OUTPUT 70918;”ROUT:CLOS 1,(@2);” Switch Port 1, SCU address 0, channel 2. OUTPUT 70918,”ROUT:CLOS 1,(@132);” Switch Port 1, SCU addres...
Page 85 - A delay between switch states is specified.
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-11 Programming To Use Direct Control In this example: • The 85330A is reset using the *RST command. • A delay between switch states is specified. • Channels 101, 102, 103 and 104 are selected in sequence.
Page 86 - To Use Run-Time Control Mode; “Remote Programming Command Reference.”; Event Triggering
6-12 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming To Use Run-Time Control Mode To Use Run-Time Control Mode Setup of the85330A MultipleChannel Controller The setup for run-time operation includes setting: • The event triggering method • The number of frequency points • The number of angular increm...
Page 87 - Switch Settling Time; “Single Source Multiple-Frequency
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-13 Programming To Use Run-Time Control Mode Switch Settling Time You must specify switch settling time before starting run-time mode. Thedefault setting is 2 µ s. NOTE If your configuration requires you to use the multiple-parameter displayfeatures of the 8530A, ...
Page 88 - Idle
6-14 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming To Use Run-Time Control Mode Using More than OneController More than one multiple channel controller may be used in a system.Multiple controllers are usually used when the distance to a switch controlunit exceeds the maximum length allowed. The REM...
Page 89 - Event Trigger; If all switch settings defined in
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-15 Programming To Use Run-Time Control Mode Event Trigger If TTL triggering has been selected, the 85330A waits for an Event Triggerpulse before sending a measurement trigger to the receiver. If IMMtriggering has been selected, the measurement trigger is sent to ...
Page 90 - Run-Time Flow Chart with Programming Command References
6-16 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming To Use Run-Time Control Mode Figure 6-2 Run-Time Flow Chart with Programming Command References
Page 91 - Frequency Loop; command. When TTL Ready is received, the 85330A; Event Loop
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-17 Programming To Use Run-Time Control Mode Frequency Loop After all switch states have been measured at the first frequency, themeasurements can now be repeated at the next frequency. Here are the stepsthat occur during the frequency change: • The first switch s...
Page 92 - and
6-18 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Programming To Use Run-Time Control Mode Run-TimeMeasurementSequence for MultipleControllers The run-time measurement sequence for multiple controllers is similar to asingle controller shown earlier. See “Starting Run-Time Mode” on page 6-14 for more informati...
Page 95 - Programming Examples; Example 1; Example 1 is applicable to CW measurements.
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-21 Programming Programming Examples Programming Examples Example 1 Example 1 is applicable to CW measurements. 1001 ! 1002 ! RE-SAVE “EX1” 1003 ! 1004 Example_1:! 1005 ! 1006 ! This example shows how to make single-frequency, multi-channel 1007 ! measurements usi...
Page 99 - Example 2
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-25 Programming Programming Examples Example 2 Example 2 applies to measurements where the sources are controlled by the8530A 1001 ! 1002 ! RE-SAVE “EX2” 1003 ! 1004 Example_2:! 1005 ! 1006 ! This example shows how to use the HP 85330A and HP 8530A’s Multi-paramet...
Page 103 - Example 3
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 6-29 Programming Programming Examples Example 3 Example 3 applies to measurements where the 85330A controls the sources,using Fast Source Control mode . 1001 ! 1002 ! RE-SAVE “EX3” 1003 ! 1004 Example_3:! 1005 ! 1006 ! This example shows how to make multi-frequency...
Page 111 - Command Syntax; is a second level command, SOURCE1
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-1 Remote Programming Command Reference 7 Remote Programming CommandReference This chapter describes programming commands for the multiple channelcontroller. Command Syntax Common CommandFormat Common commands are four or five characters in length, always begin wi...
Page 112 - Abbreviated Commands; For example, if the command syntax shows; Parameters; Parameter Types
7-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Remote Programming Command Reference Abbreviated Commands The command syntax shows most commands as a mixture of upper case(capital) and lower case letters. The upper case letters indicate theabbreviated spelling for the command. For shorter program lines, use ...
Page 113 - Common Commands; Software clear of the 85330A. This clears the error stack.; Syntax; Syntax
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-3 Remote Programming Command Reference Common Commands Common Commands The following pages describe the common commands available in theAgilent 85330A multiple channel controller. *CLS Software clear of the 85330A. This clears the error stack. Syntax *CLS Example...
Page 114 - returns a value of 1 when evoked.; All card address are set to channel 1.; will produce a trigger signal on the SRC 1 TRIG, SRC2 TRIG, and
7-4 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Remote Programming Command Reference Common Commands *OPC? The operation complete command. This can be used to measure timing of arun-time sequence. The command *OPC? returns a value of 1 when evoked. Prior commands are executed before the completion of *OPC? ....
Page 115 - Standard Command Reference; Default; Example; Closes SCU address 1 channel 2.; Multiple switch address entries may be:
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-5 Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference Standard Command Reference The following pages describe 85330A multiple channel controller standardcommands. ROUTe Subsystem CommandSyntax :CLOSe port,(@switch address [,switch address]); :DELay &l...
Page 116 - Controls the TTL state of the rear panel AUX 1 connector.; The state of AUX 1 must be set before entering run-time mode.
7-6 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference ROUTe:CONTrol Controls the TTL state of the rear panel AUX 1 connector. Default Default is a TTL LOW. Syntax OUT:CONT <data>; Example ROUT:CONT 0; Sets AUX 1 to TTL LOW ROUT:CONT 1; Sets AUX ...
Page 117 - Subsystem Command Syntax
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-7 Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime Subsystem Command Syntax RUNTime :CONTroller CONTroller | REMote1 | REMote2; :EVENt :COUNt <number of primary increment angles>; :TRIGger IMM | TTL; : INITiate :IMM; :SWITch :DELay &l...
Page 118 - Default is CONTroller.; Control Mode” on page 6-12
7-8 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:CONTroller This command sets the multiple channel controller as the masterCONTroller or the REMote1 or REMote2 controller. When the multiplechannel controller is INITiated to the RUNTime mo...
Page 119 - TTL Mode
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-9 Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:EVENt:TRIGger The event trigger source allows either TTL triggering to control the run-timesequencing or IMMediate triggering to occur. TTL Mode In TTL mode, the run-time control will: 1. W...
Page 120 - Once the
7-10 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:INITiate:IMM Initiates the run-time sequence and control of a measurement. Allparameters must be set up prior to initiating RUNT:INIT:IMM. Once the measurement is initiated, it will run un...
Page 121 - The default trigger mode is TTL.
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-11 Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:SOURce:SOURCE1:TRIGger Selects IMM, TTL, REMote1, or REMote2 triggering for source 1 (the RFsource). Default The default trigger mode is TTL. Syntax RUNTime:SOURce:SOURCE1:TRIGger IMM | TT...
Page 122 - The default is 2 microseconds.; s. Using faster settling times
7-12 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:SWITch:DELay Used for the delay between asserting the switch address list entry of theRUNT:SWIT:SCAN command and the issuance of a receiver trigger. Theinput to the command is in microseco...
Page 123 - Scan list for port 1 and port 2 are empty.; AUX 1 cannot be controlled in RUNTime mode.; Sets AUX 2 output to TTL LOW during run-time.
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-13 Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:SWITch:SCAN Set up the list of channel addresses for run-time control. For each eventincrement signal received by the 85330A, each channel address entry will beasserted and a subsequent tr...
Page 124 - The default trigger mode is IMM.
7-14 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:SWITch:TRIGger The switch trigger source allows either TTL triggering from the REMotecontroller to control the run-time sequencing or IMMeadiate triggering tooccur. Default The default tri...
Page 125 - Examples of each timeout:
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-15 Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference RUNTime:TIMEout:EVENt A timeout setting for event triggers during run-time. The timeout for theevent trigger input has separate timeouts: • One prior to the first trigger being issued: RUNT:TIME:E...
Page 127 - Allows checking the error status of the 85330A.; is
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 7-17 Remote Programming Command Reference Standard Command Reference SYSTem:ERRor? Allows checking the error status of the 85330A. Default The default should be: +0, “No error”. Syntax SYST:ERR? Example 10 DIM ERR_STR$[128] 20 OUTPUT 70918;”SYST:ERR?;” 30 ENTER 709...
Page 129 - In Case of Difficulty; The 85330A Does Not Show the Main Menu; The following screen should appear when you turn the 85330A ON.; IBASIC is present if the IBASIC option is installed.
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 8-1 In Case of Difficulty 8 In Case of Difficulty The 85330A Does Not Show the Main Menu When Turned ON The following screen should appear when you turn the 85330A ON. Select an instrument._ SYSTEM 85330A IBASIC (see note below) NOTE IBASIC is present if the IBASIC...
Page 131 - Introduction; This chapter explains the following topics:
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-1 Service 9 Service Introduction This chapter explains the following topics: • Theory of Operation (how the multiple channel switching system works) • Recommended Test Equipment (the equipment required for servicingthese instruments) • Service ❍ Troubleshooting (...
Page 132 - Theory of Operation; A diagram of the entire system is shown in the
9-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Theory of Operation Theory of Operation The 85330A multiple channel controller was designed as a high-speed,real-time controller for the 8530A microwave receiver. The 85330A controlsexternal solid-state transmit and receive switches and allows forasynch...
Page 134 - shows the timing sequence of a typical measurement using the
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-5 Service Theory of Operation The 85330-60002 card contains the TTL trigger and ready lines thatinterface to the 8530A microwave receiver, the RF source, and the LOsource. The communication to the switch control unit is through sets ofparallel twisted-pair wires ...
Page 135 - The AUX POWER IN allows for use of an external
9-6 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Theory of Operation For large systems, the distance between the transmitters and receiver mayexceed the physical capabilities of a single controller. For these applications,multiple controllers can be used. The REMOTE1 and REMOTE2 providethe communicati...
Page 137 - Recommended Test Equipment; Required Test Equipment
9-8 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Recommended Test Equipment Recommended Test Equipment Table 9-2 lists the equipment that is mandatory when servicing the multiple channel controller and switches. Other equipment can be substituted if itmeets or exceeds the requirements for the tests, o...
Page 139 - Troubleshooting; “Theory of; Turn ON Self Check; IBASIC is present only if the IBASIC option is installed.; Multiple Channel Controller; Run the test; VXI Mainframe; for each control line function. Use a digital scope
9-10 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting theSystem An understanding of how the 85330A system operates is required beforeundertaking the troubleshooting of this system. Please read “Theory of Operation” on page 9-2 . This system may be broken dow...
Page 141 - Use
9-12 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Troubleshooting 85383A Local Control Cable Use Table 9-4 to check each connector pin for continuity. 85383B Expansion Cable This cable has the same connector type on each end—one end male and theother female. Each pin on one connector will have continu...
Page 143 - Replaceable Parts; Parts List Description; not be more of the same part elsewhere in the instrument.); Ordering Information
9-14 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Replaceable Parts Replaceable Parts This section contains information for ordering replaceable parts for themultiple channel switch system. The replaceable parts include majorassemblies and chassis hardware. Parts List Description The following tables ...
Page 144 - 5330A System Identification Diagram
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-15 Service Replaceable Parts Figure 9-3 85330A System Identification Diagram
Page 145 - 5330A Mainframe Replacement Parts
9-16 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Replaceable Parts Mainframe, Plug-inCards The mainframe consists of a E1301B VXI mainframe. For information ofreplaceable parts for this mainframe, see the “Replaceable Parts” chapter ofthe Agilent E1301B Service Manual. Table 9-6 85330A Mainframe Repl...
Page 146 - Switch Control Unit; 5331/2 Switch Control Unit Replacement Parts
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-17 Service Replaceable Parts Switch Control Unit RF Switch Table 9-7 85331/2 Switch Control Unit Replacement Parts ReferenceDesignator Description Part Number Qty A5 Address Decoder Module 85331-60051 1 A6 Switch Driver Module 85331-60052 1, 2, 3 W6 A5-A6 Ribbon ...
Page 147 - Interconnect Cables
9-18 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Replaceable Parts Interconnect Cables Table 9-9 Replacement Interconnect Cables for 85330/31/32 ReferenceDesignator Description Part Number W2 85383A Local Control Cable:Option 002, 2 meters length -Option 005, 5 meters length -Option 010, 10 meters le...
Page 148 - Assembly and Disassembly; Mainframe; Disassembly; Card Configuration” on page 9-20
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-19 Service Assembly and Disassembly Assembly and Disassembly CAUTION The assemblies used in the multiple channel controller system are staticsensitive. Use anti-static techniques when performing the followingprocedures. For example, wear an anti-static ground str...
Page 149 - IRQ jumpers JM15 and JM16 are both set to position 1.; “Selecting Positive or
9-20 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Assembly and Disassembly 8. Place the E1330 card on top of the 85330-60002 card and slide them into the mainframe. 9. Tighten all six screws. E1330 CardConfiguration Before installing a new E1330 card, make sure that it is configured correctlyfor the s...
Page 150 - Assembly
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-21 Service Assembly and Disassembly Switch Control Unit Disassembly 1. Remove the Local Control cable and Switch Drive cable. 2. Remove the four screws from the lid of the Switch Control Unit. 3. Pull the unit apart. CAUTION Be careful not to damage the gasket se...
Page 151 - the SCU is environmentally sealed.; Adjustments; Place the unit on a grounded anti-static mat.
9-22 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Adjustments 5. Place the lid (including the light pipes) onto the Driver module housing. 6. Screw the lid onto the housing. Tighten to about 7 in-lbs to insure that the SCU is environmentally sealed. Adjustments There are no adjustments that can be mad...
Page 153 - “Assembly and; Required Mating Connector; AUX Power In Connector Pinouts (as looking at rear of 85330-60002)
9-24 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Service Adjustments Switching from theInternal to ExternalPower Supply This set of jumpers sets the 85330-60002 card to use in the internal VXIpower supply to bias the remote RF switches and Switch Control Units, or touse the AUX POWER IN connector to bias the...
Page 154 - Preventive Maintenance
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 9-25 Service Preventive Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance for the multiple channel controller consists ofcleaning various parts of the mainframe. The switch control unit andswitches do not require preventive maintenance. Agilent recommends a...
Page 156 - Accessory Documentation
85330A Multiple Channel Controller 10-1 Accessory Documentation 10 Accessory Documentation This blank section is supplied as a storage place for smaller documentsrelated to 85330A accessories. The Agilent 85331A and Agilent 85332AUser’s Manual is an example of documents that may be stored here.
Page 158 - Glossary; AUT; Refer
85330A Multiple Channel Controller A-1 Glossary A Glossary a1 The reference IF channel of the 8530A. This channel can be used as a phaselock reference or a test channel. a2 The test IF channel of the 8530A. This channel can be used as a phase lockreference or a test channel. AUT Antenna Under Test b...
Page 159 - Fast Data Acquisition Modes; ). This mode accepts sudden changes in input; When being controlled by a computer, the SCPI language
A-2 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Glossary Fast Data Acquisition Modes Fast Data Acquisition modes (also called “Fast CW” modes) refer to a set ofsimilar 8530A measurement modes where: • All data processing except averaging is suspended to provide fastestpossible measurement speed. • All data i...
Page 160 - 0 dBm will come out the other end.
85330A Multiple Channel Controller A-3 Glossary Insertion Loss A transmission measurement determines how much RF energy is lost as itpasses through the device under test (DUT). Energy loss is measured in unitscalled “insertion loss” and is measured in dB units. It is important to beaware of transmis...
Page 161 - Chapter 6, “Programming”
A-4 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Glossary Receiver System All of the instruments in the system that act as the RF downconverter and IFreceiver. Remote 1 The mode a 85330 operates in when it is being controlled by another85330A in the Controller mode. Refer to “RUNTime: CONTroller”command and C...
Page 162 - Standard System
85330A Multiple Channel Controller A-5 Glossary Standard System A “standard system” uses one 85330A with one or two switch control units,each with a two-throw or four-throw switch module. Remember that 85330APORT 1 and PORT 2 are addressed independently. So: • If you have two SCUs, both can use the ...
Page 164 - Index; Numerics
Index 85330A Multiple Channel Controller Index-1 Numerics 8530A source control, 6-785330A GPIB address, 1-8 85330A characteristics, 4-985330A error messages, 6-3485330A GPIB address, 5-485331A SP2T pin switch, 4-785332A SP4T PIN switch, 4-785383A remote trigger cable, 4-685394A switch driver cable, ...