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(Agilent) 86100C Infiniium DCA-J Wideband

1. IGMT 08 00 Pacihc Time US amp Canada W Automatically adjust clock for dayhght saving changes Figure 1 9 Date Time and Time Zone 1 13 CAUTION NOTE Installing the 86100C Step 6 Windows Setup Wizard Click OK to create a system recovery image In the unlikely event that the operating system becomes corrupt a recovery image will allow you to recover the 86100C Drive C as described on page 2 29 DCA 86100C Recovery System Setup will now create a system recovery This process will take less than a minute to complete Creating a system recovery is important as it provides a way for you to restore the computer in the event of a failure Figure 1 10 Recovery System Click Next The setup will take up to a minute to complete and to automatically restart the instrument In about one or two minutes you should see the 86100C screen screen as shown in the Figure 1 11 File Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help 06 Feb 2008 10 37 El A A ERRER More 1 of 2 50 uvW div 2 10 0 mv div 3 10 0 mv div 4 10 0 mv div Time 1 000 ns div Trig Normal A Pattem ooWw Dov Poa Joo j Delay 24 0000 ns i 00v l 21 Lock j Figure 1 11 The 86100C Display To ensure proper operation of the 86100C read Avoid changing these Windows system settings on page 2 22 When you press the ON OFF switch to turn the instrument off there is a small time delay before you ll see a change on
2. Oscilloscope Mode Use the Oscilloscope mode for pulse type waveforms that are triggered by an external signal Oscilloscope mode measurements only work when a single val ued waveform and not an eye diagram is present on the screen The measurement toolbars provide measurements such as rise time fall time overshoot and Vp p All measurements with the exception of jitter can be performed on any of the following sources channels waveform memories and math functions One of the above sources must be turned on in order to per form an oscilloscope measurement If more than one source is turned on and you initiate a measurement the Enter Measurement Info dialog box opens This dialog box allows you to select the source you want to use for the measurement Measurement results appear below the display graticule A maximum of four pulse measurement test results are displayed and include any failures or instrument messages that may occur To learn more about the Oscilloscope mode consult the Help File Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help 06 Feb 2008 10 43 1 of 2 atiem 100 m div i 5 10 0 mv div 3 50 pii div 4 10 0 mv div 5 Time 200 0 ps div Trig Pattern 17 8 mV 2o OV 3 ooWw l Joa Vv i Delay 41 9450 ns i Bit 0 ck Figure 2 8 Oscilloscope Mode 2 13 Using the 86100C TDR TDT Mode ToRTOT TDR TDT Mode Mode TDR TDT mode allows you use time domain reflectometry TDR
3. 1 386 Contents topic 1 36 3 2 D declassify memory 1 28 dialog boxes 3 4 dimensions 1 6 display external 1 34 drive C recover 2 29 drive D restore 2 31 E electrical channel input circuits 1 25 electrostatic discharge 1 24 1 25 Enhanced Impedance and S Parameter Software 2 18 Enhanced Jitter Analysis 2 17 Environmental Specifications 1 6 eye diagram viewing 2 9 Eye Mask Mode 2 2 2 8 F Feature adding 2 16 Jitter Analysis 2 17 fiber optics adapters 1 5 care of 1 24 2 7 cleaning connections 1 36 connectors covering 1 42 file sharing 1 18 firewall 1 18 2 23 2 27 front panel features 2 3 fiber optic adapters 1 5 mode buttons 2 2 power switch 1 24 USB port 1 8 H hard disk recovery 2 24 2 29 removable 1 28 Help 3 2 printing topics 3 6 hot swapping modules 1 7 I input connector 1 36 instrument checking the shipment 1 2 declassify memory 1 28 modes 2 2 options 1 5 positioning 1 6 powering up 1 24 returning for service 1 41 J Jitter Mode 2 2 jitter measuring 2 12 K keyboard 1 4 1 8 L LAN 1 18 LAN patch 1 19 2 23 licenses 2 16 installing 1 20 line cord 1 9 Linear Feedforward Equalizer 2 17 M MATLAB Filter application 2 17 measurement channels 2 6 results 3 5 toolbar 2 4 2 8 2 13 2 14 Index 1 Index minimize button 3 2 modes Eye Mask 2 8 instrument 2 2 Jitter 2 11 Oscilloscope 2 13 TDR
4. In the Licenses dialog box click to highlight the feature that you want to activate If the feature is not listed click the lt new gt listing 5 Click Install License for Feature 6 Inthe Install New License dialog box click Browse for License File find the file and then click Install This License File Install New License Feature Jitter Analysis 1 0 Browse for License File Selected License File WitterAnalysis lic Install This License File If the physical media required to transfer the license file to this Infiniium DCA is not available to you there is an alternative installation method available Although not preferred it is possible to install the license by directly entering its 60 digit key code Enter 60 Digit Key Figure 1 17 Install New License Dialog Box If you don t have access to browse for the license file some licenses can be manually entered by clicking Enter 60 Digit Key Code This button may be unavailable for some licenses Manually entering the key code fully fulfills the installation requirements Open the license file on your PC using a text editor such as Notepad Look for the string SIGN which marks the beginning of the 60 digit key code as shown in the following picture In the Install New License 1 21 Installing the 86100C Step 10 Install a feature license Optional dialog box click Enter 60 Digit Key Code and enter your key code The letters in the key c
5. Typically the earlier a problem is diagnosed and treated the eas ier it is to resolve 4 3 Working in Comfort Mice and Other Input Devices Mice and Other Input Devices Various aspects of using mice and other input devices may increase your risk of discomfort or injury Observing the following recommendations may reduce that risk Try to keep your hand wrist and forearm in a neutral position while using your mouse or other input device If you use your thumb to rotate the ball on a trackball or spaceball keep it ina relaxed natural shape and maintain a neutral posture in your hand wrist and forearm Hold the mouse gently by draping your fingers over it Keep your hand relaxed and fingers loose Do not grip the mouse tightly It takes very little pressure or force from your fingers to activate the buttons or scroll wheel on your mouse scrolling mouse trackball or other input device Using too much force can place unnecessary stress on the tendons and muscles in your hands wrists and forearms If you are using a scrolling mouse be sure to keep your fingers and hand in a relaxed neutral position when activating the scroll wheel Also this type of mouse features software that can minimize the number of mouse movements or button clicks When using a mouse trackball or other input device position it as close to the keyboard as possible and keep it at the same level as you do not have to stretch while using i
6. Working in Comfort Working in Comfort To optimize your comfort and productivity it is important that you set up your work area correctly and use your Agilent product properly With that in mind we have developed some setup and use recommendations for you to follow based on established ergonomic principles Improper and prolonged use of keyboards and input devices are among those tasks that have been associated with repetitive strain injury RSI to soft tis sues in the hands and arms If you experience discomfort or pain while using your Agilent Technologies product discontinue use immediately and consult your physician as soon as possible Please study the recommendations offered here in this chapter You may also wish to consult your employer s human resources department or other rele vant departments for guidance specific to your company 4 2 What is RSI What causes RSI What if experience discomfort Working in Comfort About Repetitive Strain Injury About Repetitive Strain Injury Because your comfort and safety are our primary concern we strongly recom mend that you use the infinitum DCA in accordance with established ergo nomic principles and recommendations Scientific literature suggests that there may be a relationship between injury to soft tissues especially in the hands and arms and prolonged improper use of keyboards or other equip ment requiring repeated motions of the hands and forearm
7. 1 6 Start Menu Windows XP 2 21 synchronous clock signal 2 8 T TDR TDT Mode 2 2 2 14 temperature 1 6 time domain reflectometry 2 2 timing reference signal 2 5 touch screen 2 4 configuration 1 16 turning off beep 1 16 trigger input signal 2 5 Trigger Source button 2 7 U Upgrading instrument software 2 23 2 25 USB ports 1 8 user s guide 2 6 Utilities menu 1 16 V ventilation requirements 1 3 1 6 VGA connector 1 34 WwW warm up time 1 25 web site Agilent 2 6 weight 1 6 What s this icon 3 4 Index 2
8. Be aware of this possibility and check all connectors before mating them again The 1 85 mm connectors are used with many of the Agilent 86100 series plug in modules and remote heads Failure to follow the guidelines for proper connector handling and avoiding electrostatic discharge ESD can result in severe damage to the product In some cases the 1 85 mm connector is an integral part of the electrical sampler device Therefore by using improper cleaning and handling techniques you risk expensive instrument repairs e Observe the connection techniques listed in the 86100C help e Clean and inspect visually and mechanically all connectors e Align connectors carefully Look for at physical contact at all points on the mating plane surfaces e Make a gentle preliminary connection If initial alignment is correct the con nector nut should thread on to the female outer conductor with minimal fric tion 1 38 Installing the 86100C Fiber Optic Connections e If friction is encountered STOP Disassemble the connector immediately and determine the cause of the problem Failure to observe this caution will lead to almost certain damage to one or both of the connectors e When you make a connection turn only the connector nut Do not rotate a device when you make a connection and do not apply lateral or horizontal bending force WARNING CAUTION Fiber Optic Connections If flammable fluids are used to clea
9. DCA over SICL LAN will not be pos sible We recommend that you select Unblock on these features However if 2 23 Agilent Connection Expert s Automatic Instrument Detect Infiniium DCA Hard Disk Drive Recovery Confirm the Initial Instrument Settings Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem you block these features you can always reconfigure the firewall at a later time to allow SICL LAN control as described in To configure the firewall on page 2 27 Some firewall applications might block an echo request ping from the Agi lent Connection Expert version 15 0 and above If a ping is blocked the Instrument I O on this PC auto detect function will not find the 86100C DCA even though it has been added and tested correctly under the Change Proper ties dialog box To resolve this on the Microsoft Windows Firewall refer to To configure the firewall on page 2 27 The hard drive recovery procedure restores the instrument s hard disk in the event that files and data have been corrupted This can happen for example as a result of inadvertent user changes or a computer virus The procedure for the 86100C is different from the procedure for the 86100A B On 86100C instruments the hard disk drive has two partitions drive C and drive D Drive C contains the operating system the 86100C application and any factory installed or user installed applications Drive C also contains fac tory calibration data and
10. Power USB 2 3 Minimize Button Time Display Menu Toolbar Measurement Results Channel Configuration Status Message Area Time and Delay Trigger Mode Pattern Lock Using the 86100C A Quick Tour Use the touch screen You can explore the instrument s menus and change its settings by touching the display clicking a mouse or using front panel knobs and buttons The fol lowing picture shows the display with the optional Enhanced Jitters Analysis and Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q Factor software Figure 2 3 Display 2 4 Using the 86100C A Quick Tour You must provide a trigger input signal Because high speed oscilloscopes are not capable of triggering directly on a test signal you must first connect an external timing reference signal to the front panel Trigger input connector This input allows the oscilloscope to syn chonize to the input signal If an external timing reference is not available you can use a clock recovery module for example the 83496B or 86108A to derive a trigger signal from the input data signal This can be either a recov ered clock or data trigger You can also select free run triggering when an external trigger is unavailable However you will only be able to view the waveform for amplitude information only without any timing information This is an easy way to examine the ampli tude of a signal Optical and Electrical Signal Inputs Trigger Sourc
11. TDT 2 14 modules 2 6 calibration 1 25 hot swapping 1 7 installing 1 7 mouse 1 4 1 8 N network inabillity to connect 2 23 printers 1 18 O online help 3 2 optic adapters 1 4 options 1 5 090 1 15 200 2 17 201 2 17 202 2 18 300 2 19 Oscilloscope Mode 2 2 2 13 P package contents 1 2 packaging for shipment 1 42 plug in modules 2 6 positioning the instrument 1 6 power switch 1 11 1 24 switch system 1 6 printer 1 23 connecting 1 9 Q Quick Measure button 2 15 R rack mounting 1 6 1 10 rear panel Certificate of Authenticity 2 21 LAN connection 1 18 line cord 1 9 parallel port 1 23 serial port 1 23 USB ports 1 8 VGA connection 1 34 recover drive C 2 29 remote control via SICL LAN 2 23 removable hard disk option 1 15 Restore button 3 2 restore drive D 2 31 returning to Agilent 1 41 Window s Security Center 1 18 Windows Security Alert 2 25 Windows XP 2 20 adding applications 2 21 Certificate of Authenticity 2 21 changes to avoid 2 22 firewall 1 18 registry 1 6 second desktop 1 34 S settings to avoid 2 22 Safety Class 1 Product 1 3 setup wizard 1 11 Safety Considerations 1 2 Start Menu 2 21 security alert 2 25 update 1 18 Security Center 1 19 2 27 service 1 41 Setup amp Info button 3 5 Setup Wizard Windows XP 1 11 shipment checking package content 1 2 shipping procedure 1 42 software upgrade 2 25 specifications
12. a LAN connection Optional You can configure the 86100C on a local area network LAN for file sharing and using network printers If you do not know how to set up a network con tact your network administrator or use the Windows XP Professional on line help Your company s network administrator can set up your instrument with the appropriate client protocol and configuration for your LAN If you plan on sharing your instrument s hard disk drive with other computers on your LAN the network administrator should enable file sharing as part of the net work setup This procedure also shows you how to install the latest security updates for Windows XP on the 86100C using Window s Security Center Setting up the Windows Firewall is also discussed Connect your LAN cable to the rear panel RJ 45 connector LAN Port Figure 1 14 LAN Connector 2 Start the 86100C 3 Click File gt Exit to close the 86100C DCA application 1 18 Installing the 86100C Step 9 Configure a LAN connection Optional 4 Click Start to view the Windows Start Menu p Administrator A Internet 4 My Recent Documents gt Internet Explorer 4 SR 3 E mail Tour Windows XP 4 amp Printers and Faxes Q Windows Movie Maker j Help and Support Files and Settings Transfer z Wizard r9 Search I Run All Programs gt z 86100C Infiniium DCA EA Log Off Turn Off Computer Figure 1 15 Windows Start Menu 5 Click
13. configure the firewall 2 27 To recover the 86100C Drive C 2 29 To restore the 86100C Drive D 2 31 Using the 86100C Using the 86100C A Quick Tour A Quick Tour The Infinitum DCA measures a variety of high speed digital communication waveforms in any of four instrument modes e Eye Mask Mode for eye diagram analysis and standards testing for example SONET SDH Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Channel e Jitter Amplitude Analysis Mode Requires Option 001 Enhanced Trigger and Option 200 Also requires Option 300 if Amplitude Analysis is desired Licenses can be purchased after the initial instrument purchase e TDR TDT Mode for time domain reflectometry measurements e Oscilloscope Mode DC to gt 70 GHz Eye Mask Mode TDR TDT Mode Oscilloscope Mode Jitter and Amplitude Analysis Mode Figure 2 1 The Four Instrument Modes 2 2 Time Scale and Offset Acquisition Controls Autoscale Operating Mode Selection Quick Measure LINE Power Marker Controls Trigger Controls Parallel Port Alternate Pointing Device Trigger Gate Input Alternate Keyboard Serial Port Default Setup Local Second Desktop Figure 2 2 Front and Rear Panel Features Using the 86100C A Quick Tour Calibration Output Channel Select Amplitude Scale and Offset Optical Electrical Input Probe Power Output Locking Screw GPIB External Display LINE
14. dialog box appears click OK 6 Click Close 2 31 Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem 7 Turn off and then restart the 86100C The 86100C automatically performs the following tasks e Creates the original factory folders on drive D e Creates backup copies of the factory calibration and any application license files that reside on drive C 2 32 Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings 3 4 Learning About Measurement Results 3 5 Printing Topics 3 6 Using the Built In Information System Using the Built In Information System Using the Built In Information System Using the Built In Information System Where is the operating manual for your infinitum DCA It is built into your instrument To access the built in information system referred to as Help simply click Contents on the Help menu i File Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help 18 Oct 2008 12 36 Oscilloscope Mode i a 7 H s About 86100 Figure 3 1 Contents on the Help menu This will open the Contents topic that is shown in Figure 3 2 Exploring the Help should be familiar to you because it is similar to other Windows applica tions You can of course use the touch screen or the mouse to explore the Help In addition to the main 11 topics presented in the contents be sure to use the index buttons located along the bottom of the topic window These can be very helpful in locating a topic of intere
15. import and export pattern waveforms This feature requires that Option 001 Enhanced Trigger is installed The Linear Feedforward Equalizer allows you to design and apply a finite impulse response non recursive digital filter to an instrument channel or math function With the Linear Feedforward Equalizer you can model equal izer designs on an actual signal before designing any hardware The equalizer allows you to open a closed eye diagram on your system with the goal of a designing a stable compliant system With the MATLAB Filter application you can design and apply software filters to a waveform and view the real time output on the 86100C display Because this application uses the product MATLAB which is a technical computing language and environment you can write your own software filter scripts The MATLAB Filter application does not include MATLAB You must purchase www mathworks com and install MATLAB separately on the 86100C 2 17 Assigned Measurement Measurement Script ET TOR TDT Mode Using the 86100C Optional Features and Licenses In Oscilloscope Eye Mask and TDR TDT instrument modes you can write MATLAB Measurement scripts that perform scalar measurements Measure ment results are listed on the results table You can edit and assign up to four scripts to the available toolbar buttons gt file Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Hep 1ONov 2007 1100 Script Button vere So AR Ma PH N
16. not use the system power switch to disconnect power from the instrument Instead use the Infiniium DCA front panel power switch Using the system power switch may corrupt the Windows XP registry requiring you to perform the recovery procedure to restore normal operation to the Infiniium DCA Refer to To recover the 86100C Drive C on page 2 29 1 10 Installing the 86100C Step 6 Windows Setup Wizard Step 6 Windows Setup Wizard This step requires several minutes to prepare Windows XP using the Windows XP Setup Wizard During the following steps you will be instructed to click with the pointing device You can use a mouse if you connected it or you can touch the screen with your finger CAUTION Before switching on this instrument make sure the supply voltage is in the specified range CAUTION Avoid touching the screen with a sharp object as this could result in damage to the display Instead use your finger i Press the ON OFF button located at the lower left hand corner of the front panel ON OFF Figure 1 5 ON OFF Button 2 Wait until the Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard appears as shown in the following figure 1 11 Installing the 86100C Step 6 Windows Setup Wizard Windows XP Professional Setup Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard This wezard installs Winde ward needs to gather com computer to set up Window Figure 1 6 Windows XP Setup Wi
17. not use the system power switch to disconnect power from the instrument Instead use the Infiniium DCA front panel power switch Using the system power switch may corrupt the Windows XP registry requiring you to perform the recovery procedure to restore normal operation to the Infiniium DCA Refer to To recover the 86100C Drive C on page 2 29 The Windows Vista Proof of License Certificate of Authenticity sticker is attached to the instrument s rear panel This sticker indicates that a valid copy of Windows XP Professional is installed on the instrument To minimize the 86100C DCA application Click the minimize button that is located at the top right hand corner of EI the display Click File gt Minimize Press ALT spacebar on the keyboard To exit the 86100C DCA application Click File gt Exit To view the Windows Start Menu Press the keyboard s Windows logo key Press CTRL ESC on the keyboard To return to the 86100C Application e Click the taskbar 86100C Application button if the application is minimized Pet G6100C e Double click the program icon if you need to start the application x 2 21 NOTE Using the 86100C Windows XP Professional Avoid changing these Windows system settings There are several Windows system settings that can be changed to suit your own personal preferences However there are some system settings that you should avoid changing because it will interfere
18. of the 86100C s rear panel Insert one of the supplied keys into the hard disk lock and turn the key counter clockwise to unlock the hard disk Identical locks and keys are provided for all removable hard disks The lock mechanically secures the disk and is not intended for security purposes Press the button that is located beneath the lock and pull out the hard disk Install the alternate hard disk Make sure that the hard disk is oriented so that the connector on the hard disk lines up with the connector in the mainframe Turn the key clockwise to lock the lock 1 32 Installing the 86100C To use the removable hard disk option 9 If you saved the mainframe calibration file in Step 2 perform these steps a Turn on the 86100C and click File gt Exit to close the DCA application b Click Start gt My Computer c Locate the file framecal dat that you copied to your external USB memory device d Copy this file and paste the file into the folder c scope cal Locate the folder by entering the path c scope cal in My Computer as shown in Figure 1 26 Click OK to overwrite the current file e Turn the 86100C off and then on again f Click Calibrate gt All Calibrations Click the Mainframe and Skew tab g Confirm that the displayed calibration date is the same date that you record edin Step 2 Verify that the displayed status message reads Current service mainframe timebase calibration is valid See Figure 1 25 o
19. on the dialog box Trig Normal 00y Locate the Bandwidth settings in the Trigger dialog box Select Standard for data rates up to 3 2 GHz This is the default bandwidth setting If the instrument has the enhanced trigger installed Option 001 select Divided for direct or divided trigger rates between 2 GHz and 13 GHz Close the Trigger dialog box Press the front panel Eye Mask Mode button Click Setup gt NRZ Eye Mode for a Non Return to Zero data format or RZ Eye Mode for a Return to Zero data format Press the front panel Auto Scale button The eye diagram should be displayed 2 10 Jitter Mode Using the 86100C Jitter Amplitude Analysis Mode Jitter Amplitude Analysis Mode Jitter Mode is an optional feature that if installed adds powerful jitter time and frequency domain measurement capability to the Infinitum DCA Refer to Optional Features and Licenses on page 2 16 for information on adding this option Jitter Mode can be extended to the amplitude domain by installing the additional Option 300 software Refer to Option 300 Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q factor on page 2 19 Jitter Mode measures Total Jitter TJ as well as Jitter components such as Periodic Jitter PJ Deterministic Jitter DJ and Data Dependent Jitter DDJ Measurement results are presented in graphs as well as tabular data While in Jitter Mode you can view a representative eye diagram from which the jitter measurements
20. settings on page 2 22 and Step 9 Configure a LAN connection Optional on page 1 18 Help on Windows XP is available from the Windows XP Start menu Refer to Windows help for information on adding printers and making LAN connections y Agilent Technologies Aplest lechealepes 28 Start Menu Figure 2 13 Get Windows XP Help via the Start Menu Although the 86100C is an instrument and not a personal computer the oper ating system is accessible This makes it possible for you to install applications such as virus protection software If the performance of the Infinitum DCA application decreases while running other applications you may need to close those applications that are demanding processor resources Also schedule automatic virus scans for times when you are not making measurements Before starting a virus scan be sure to press the front panel Stop Single but ton to free up system resources 2 20 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION NOTE Using the 86100C Windows XP Professional If you install an application it is possible that the application may not run properly Installing an application may also disrupt the Infiniium DCA application which may require you to recover the Infiniium DCA application Before installing any software you should exit the Infiniium DCA application Click Exit on the File menu Windows XP registry If the Infiniium DCA is mounted in a rack or cabinet do
21. test ports cables and other devices can degrade measurement accuracy and damage instruments Replacing a damaged electrical and fiber optic connectors can cost thousands of dollars not to mention lost time This expense can be avoided by observing some important precautions After reading the this overview refer to Connector Care in the 86100C Help for detailed information You ll find procedures for connecting and cleaning as well as accessories To access the Help turn on the 86100C and click Help gt Contents Infiniium DCA Help Contents Revision A 08 00 Contents Index gt t Pit ActiveE dt Glossa Minimize Close _ Connector Care Index Please click a letter Figure 1 28 Connector Care Information in Help 1 36 WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Handling and storage Visual inspection Cleaning Making connections Installing the 86100C Electrical Connections Electrical Connections lf flammable fluids are used to clean connectors the fluid shall not be placed on the instrument during use or when connected to mains voltage Cleaning the connectors shall take place in ventilated area to allow fluid vapors to dissipate and reduce the risk of fire The input circuits can be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Therefore avoid applying static discharges to the front panel input and trigger connectors Before connecting any coaxial cable to the connectors momentarily sho
22. the instrument This is normal and does not indicate a problem NOTE Installing the 86100C Step 7 Change removable hard disk Option 86100C 090 Step 7 Change removable hard disk Option 86100C 090 If your instrument includes Option 86100C 090 you must repeat the Windows XP Setup Wizard procedure for the second identical hard disk The removable hard disk option 86100C 090 is designed for 86100C instruments that are used in a secure environment For more information refer to To use the removable hard disk option on page 1 28 Turn off the 86100C Locate the hard disk lock which is located at the upper left corner of the 86100C s rear panel Insert one of the supplied keys into the hard disk lock and turn the key counter clockwise to unlock the hard disk Identical locks and keys are provided for all removable hard disks The lock mechanically secures the disk and is not intended for security purposes Press the button that is located beneath the lock and pull out the hard disk 5 Install the alternate hard disk Make sure that the hard disk is oriented so that the connector on the hard disk lines up with the connector in the mainframe 6 Turn the key clockwise to lock the hard disk 7 Repeat Step 6 Windows Setup Wizard on page 1 11 with the new hard disk Continue with Step 8 Calibrate the touch screen on page 1 16 1 15 Installing the 86100C Step 8 Calibrate the touch scre
23. warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Agilent shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequen ial damages in connection with the furnishing use or performance of this document or of any information contained herein Should Agilent and he user have a separate written agreement with warranty terms covering the material in this docu ment that conflict with these terms the warranty erms in the separate agreement shall control Technology Licenses The hardware and or software described in this document are furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the erms of such license LZW compression decompression Licensed under U S Patent No 4 558 302 and foreign counterparts The purchase or use of LZW graph ics capability in a licensed product does not authorize or permit an end user to use any other product or perform any other method or activity involving use of LZW unless the end user is sepa rately licensed in writing by Unisys Restricted Rights Legend If software is for use in the performance of a U S Government prime contract or subcontract Soft ware is delivered and licensed as Commercial computer software as defined in DFAR 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted com puter software as defined in FAR 52 227 19 June 1987 or any equivalent agency regulation or c
24. 13 Calibrate the modules Step 13 Calibrate the modules This is the last step required for installing the 86100C and preparing it for use Additional procedures in this section are provided if needed To learn about using your 86100C be sure to read Chapter 2 Using the 86100C and the instrument s built in Help system A module calibration establishes calibration factors for all installed modules The calibration factors compensate for imperfections in the measurement sys tem for example variations due to ambient temperature resulting in the best instrument precision It is recommended that you perform this calibration routinely for best measurement accuracy The module calibration is recommended whenever the following occurs Instrument power has been cycled A module has been removed and then reinserted A change in the temperature of the mainframe exceeds 5 C compared to the temperature of the last vertical amplitude calibration AT gt 5 C The time since the last calibration has exceeded 10 hours Refer to the Help for more information about instrument calibrations Allow the instrument with modules installed to warm up for a period of at least one hour before performing a vertical calibration This ensures that the module reaches its equilibrium temperature Electrical channel input circuits and the trigger input circuit can be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Therefore avoid applying static discha
25. AUTION Installing the 86100C Electrical Connections To tighten turn connector nut only Do not apply bending force to connection Do not over tighten preliminary connection Do not twist or screw in connectors Do not tighten past the break point of the torque wrench Connector savers are useful in prolonging instrument life and ensuring better quality measurements Refer to the online help for a list of commonly used connector savers Precision 3 5 mm microwave connectors are compatible with an SMA connec tor within its specification Due to the variable quality of the SMA connector mating with an SMA can sometimes cause severe damage to the 3 5 mm con nector To ensure measurement accuracy use 3 5 mm precision connectors However you can use SMA connectors if special care is taken when mating the connectors and all connectors are undamaged and clean Before each use check the mechanical dimensions of all connectors with a connector gauge to make sure that the center conductors are positioned correctly A male SMA connector pin that is too long can smash or break the delicate fingers on the precision 3 5 mm female connector Some precision 3 5 mm female connector fingers are very tight and can pull the center pin of their mates out past specifications when the connectors are disconnected If such a male pin is inserted into a female connector it can cause considerable damage by pushing the female center conductor back too far
26. CA Refer to Avoid changing these Windows system settings on page 2 22 to confirm that system settings have not been changed improp erly No operator serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers You can install the latest version of the software for the Infinitum DCA main frame Newer software versions upgrade the operating system of the instru ment mainframe and the plug in modules The instrument s software can also be downgraded to a previous version if needed To upgrade 86100C instrument software 2 25 To downgrade 86100C instrument software 2 26 If you can not establish a connection to a network drive install the Agilent IO Libraries LAN patch In Windows Start Menu click Run and locate the file CNnfiniiuminstaller AgtinstloLanPatch msi Run the file and follow the on screen instructions When the installation options are displayed select the Repair option The ability to control the 86100C DCA over SICL LAN is a new feature intro duced with revision A 08 00 It requires that two programs be unblocked by the firewall If you upgraded the instrument firmware versions A 07 00 and below to revision A 08 00 and above you might be prompted by a firewall application to block the Agilent Remote I O Port Mapper Utility and the Agi lent Remote I O Server See Figure 2 14 on page 25 If you allow the features to be blocked then remote control of the
27. Infinitum DCA J Agilent 86100C Wide Bandwidth Oscilloscope Quick Start Guide More Application Information and Pricing available at 250 Technology Way sales testworld com Rocklin CA 95765 1 855 200 TEST 8378 Click to go www TestWorld com SE Agilent Technologies Notices Agilent Technologies Inc 2000 2009 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means including electronic stor age and retrieval or translation into a foreign lan guage without prior agreement and written consent from Agilent Technologies Inc as gov erned by United States and international copy right lays Manual Part Number 86100 90117 Edition April 2009 Printed in Malaysia Agilent Technologies Inc Digital Test Division 1400 Fountaingrove Parkway Santa Rosa CA 95403 USA Trademark Acknowledgements Microsoft is a U S registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Windows and MS Windows are U S registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation MATLAB is a U S registered trademark of The Math Works Inc Warranty The material contained in this document is pro vided as is and is subject to being changed without notice in future editions Further to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law Agilent disclaims all warranties either express or implied with regard to this manual and any infor mation contained herein including but not limited o the implied
28. My Computer to set up a network connection map a network drive or share an 86100C folder You can share any folder on the USER D drive Click Help and Support to get detailed information If you can not establish a connection to a network drive install the Agilent IO Libraries LAN patch a In Windows Start Menu click Run and locate the file CNnfiniiumInstaller AgtinstloLanPatch msi b Run the file and follow the on screen instructions When the installation op tions are displayed select the Repair option 6 After connecting to the network click Start again to view the Windows Start Menu 7 Click Control Panel gt Security Center 8 Inthe Security Center s Resources list click Check for the latest updates from Windows Update Install any updates to protect the 86100C Also consider configuring Automatic Updates from the Security Center 9 If you are not planning to install your own firewall application from the Security Center click and activate Windows Firewall If you will use remote control of the DCA over SICL LAN refer to To configure the firewall on page 2 27 1 19 Installing the 86100C Step 10 Install a feature license Optional Step 10 Install a feature license Optional If you ordered an optional feature such as Option 200 Enhanced Jitter Analy sis with your 86100C it was probably installed at the factory If you ordered it but it wasn t installed you received a Software Entitl
29. Windows desktop Click Start gt Control Panel gt Security Center Click Windows Firewall On the Exceptions tab clear or select to unblock allow the Agilent Remote I O Port Mapper Utility and the Agilent Remote I O Server These programs allow control of the 86100C DCA over SICL LAN If these utilities are not listed click Add Program in the dialog box and add them using the following paths Agilent Remote I O Port Mapper Utility Path C Program Files AgilentN0 Libraries Suite bin portmap exe Agilent Remote I O Server Path C Program Files Agilent l0 Libraries Suite bin siclland exe Windows Firewall General Exceptions Advanced Windows Firewall is blocking incoming network connections except for the programs and services selected below Adding exceptions allows some programs to work better but might increase your security risk Programs and Services Name Agilent Remote 1 0 Port Mapper Utility Agilent Remote 1 0 Server O File and Printer Sharing sl and Dhati n nai ann nnii ets me end Figure 2 15 86100C SICL LAN Programs 6 Click the Advanced tab 7 Click ICMP to open the ICMP Settings dialog box 2 27 Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem 8 Clear or select Allow incoming echo request Selecting this feature allows the Agilent Connection Expert s version 15 0 and above Instrument I O on this PC to automatically find the 86100C DCA ICMP Settings Internet Contro
30. about care and use of elec trical and optical connections Figure 1 1 86100C Front Panel This product has been designed and tested in accordance with the standards listed in the Manufacturer s Declaration of Conformity and has been supplied in a safe condition The documentation contains information and warnings which must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to maintain the product in a safe condition 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 service personnel To prevent electrical shock do not remove covers 1 2 WARNING CAUTION CAUTION NOTE Installing the 86100C Installation This is a Safety Class 1 Product provided with a protective earthing ground incorporated in the power cord The mains plug shall only be inserted in a socket outlet provided with a protective earth contact Any interruption of the protective conductor inside or outside of the product is likely to make the product dangerous Intentional interruption is prohibited VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS When installing the product in a cabinet the convection into and out of the product must not be restricted The ambient temperature outside the cabinet must be less than the maximum op
31. alysis Mode 2 11 Oscilloscope Mode 2 13 TDR TDT Mode 2 14 Quick Measure 2 15 Optional Features and Licenses 2 16 Windows XP Professional 2 20 If the Infinitum DCA has a Problem 2 23 Using the Built In Information System Using the Built In Information System 3 2 Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings 3 4 Learning About Measurement Results 3 5 Printing Topics 3 6 Working in Comfort Working in Comfort 4 2 Contents 1 Contents Contents 2 Installation 1 2 Step 1 Inspect the shipment 1 4 Step 2 Position the Infinitum DCA 1 6 Step 3 Install the modules 1 7 Step 4 Connect the keyboard and mouse 1 8 Step 5 Connect the power 1 9 Step 6 Windows Setup Wizard 1 11 Step 7 Change removable hard disk Option 86100C 090 1 15 Step 8 Calibrate the touch screen 1 16 Step 9 Configure a LAN connection Optional 1 18 Step 10 Install a feature license Optional 1 20 Step 11 Connect a printer Optional 1 23 Step 12 Avoid costly repairs 1 24 Step 18 Calibrate the modules 1 25 To use the removable hard disk option 1 28 To connect an external display 1 34 To clean the 86100C 1 35 Connector Care 1 36 Returning the Instrument for Service 1 41 Installing the 86100C General Safety Considerations WARNING WARNING Installing the 86100C Installation Installation This chapter shows you how to properly set up your 86100C Follow the steps in the order presented In addition you will learn
32. and time domain transmission TDT measurements to characterize the physical com ponents of your device under test TDR TDT mode measurements are made using a single ended or differential TDR TDT 5475x series plug in module The measurement toolbars provide a setup wizard calibration wizard and as well as access to measurements such as rise time and fall time With Option 202 Enhanced Impedance and S Parameter software installed you can view S parameters that are transformed from the time domain data Refer to Optional Features and Licenses on page 2 16 for information on adding this option Markers can be used to verify the impedance voltage and percent of reflec tion of a selected point on the waveform trace TDR TDT markers are initiated by turning on the X axis marker s only The Y axis marker s will then track the waveform at the position determined by the X axis marker To learn more about the TDR TDT mode consult the Help SS File Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help 06 Feb 2008 13 25 fe _TOR TDT Mode More Cot 1 aan Danone Poon Poo oyar ow Si Figure 2 9 TDR TDT Mode 2 14 Using the 86100C Quick Measure Quick Measure Press Quick Measure and the Infinitum DCA automatically performs four mea surements on a displayed signal Although there is a default set of measure ments for each instrument mode except Jitter mode you can select the measurements to fit your n
33. application licenses which are automatically backed up to drive D Drive D contains backup files and user files including data files If you install an application such as virus protection it is recommended but not required that you install it on drive C To recover the 86100C Drive C 2 29 To restore the 86100C Drive D 2 31 Although there are several Windows System settings that can be changed avoid changing the settings listed in Avoid changing these Windows system settings on page 2 22 because any changes will interfere with the proper operation of the Infiniium DCA Confirm that these setting have not been changed 2 24 Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem To upgrade 86100C instrument software After you have obtained the software upgrade file for your 86100C perform the following steps to install the upgrade 1 Copy the software upgrade file to a USB Flash Drive external USB CD RW drive LAN folder or other device so that the file will be available to copy to the 86100C 2 On the 86100C click File gt Exit and then click Yes to exit the 86100C application Click Start gt My Computer 3 Select the D drive and create a new folder Give the new folder a meaningful name For example Software Upgrade Copy the upgrade file exe file extension from an external memory device to your new folder 4 Select the upgrade file to begin the installation Click Next twice for the installation wizard
34. aracteristic 1 6 Installing the 86100C Step 3 Install the modules Step 3 Install the modules Up to two modules can be inserted into the Infinitum DCA All documentation including specifications for plug in modules is located in the 86100C s Help system To access the Help system complete the installation steps turn on the 86100C and click Contents on the Help menu NOTE You can safely insert and remove modules from the mainframe while the 86100C is powered on this is known as hot swapping also known as hot plugging and it greatly reduces the time required to change modules for different measurement needs 1 Slide the module into an available front panel slot You can remove or install a module while the instrument is operating 2 Finger tighten the two knurled locking screws on the module s front panel Module Locking Screws Figure 1 2 Installing a Module 1 7 Installing the 86100C Step 4 Connect the keyboard and mouse Step 4 Connect the keyboard and mouse NOTE To complete the installation you must connect the keyboard to the 86100C Since the 86100C has a touch screen the use of a mouse is optional 1 Connect the supplied USB keyboard to either of two USB ports located on the rear panel Most users find it more convenient to connect the keyboard to the rear panel leaving the front panel USB port available for a USB flash drive Rear panel PS 2 connectors ar
35. are derived You can also temporarily switch to Eye Mask Mode in order to view the individual bit trajectories in the data pattern The 86100C uses a pattern trigger in Jitter Mode But because Jitter Mode internally generates the pattern trigger and automatically detects bit rate pat tern length and trigger divide ratio in most cases you don t need to know or to enter these values Jitter Mode requires measurement data in the NRZ cod ing format Measurements can not be performed on data using RZ coding Consult the 86100C Help for more information and procedures on using Jitter Mode MA A Figure 2 7 Jitter Mode 2 11 NOTE Using the 86100C Jitter Amplitude Analysis Mode To measure jitter The 86100C Help contains more measurement procedures for Jitter mode Connect the data signal to a module s front panel channel input connector and press the associated channel button The channel button will be lit when a channel is selected Turn all other channels off Connect a synchronous clock signal to the front panel Trigger input connector Press the front panel Source button to select triggering on the front panel connector Free Run Frort Panel Left Module Right Module Press the front panel Jitter Mode button After the instrument measures the jitter components the results are displayed in several graphs and in a table 2 12 Oscilloscope Mode Using the 86100C Oscilloscope Mode
36. e Results Jawe Jgn Zoova j Doove warid opes Safe Figure 2 12 MATLAB Measurement Script Option 202 Enhanced Impedance and S Parameter The Enhanced Impedance and S Parameter software option 86100C 202 adds the ability to measure S parameters in TDR TDT Mode S parameters scattering parameters are power ratio measurements that describe how a test device modifies a signal Typical S parameter measurements include return loss insertion loss attenuation near end cross talk NEXT and far end cross talk FEXT This software provides the following capabilities Fast Fourier Transform of the TDR time domain data into the frequency do main The resulting S parameter data is displayed on a Cartesian logarithmic magnitude graph Export S parameter data including phase information to Touchstone format files Touchstone files can be imported into Agilent s Physical Layer Test Sys tems PLTS for further analysis Correct the impedance profile peeling of TDR traces 2 18 c Jitter Mode Jitter Mode Using the 86100C Optional Features and Licenses Option 300 Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q factor The Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q factor software extends Jitter Mode into the amplitude domain adding noise measurements such as BER Floor BER Limit Signal Amplitude Eye Opening RIN Q TI RN DI ISI and PI The following graphs are also provided RN PI Histogram ISI Histogram TI Histog
37. e Button Trigger Input Figure 2 4 Trigger Controls 2 5 Setup Wizard Button 86108A Module Using the 86100C A Quick Tour 86108A Precision Waveform Analyzer The 86108A precision waveform analyzer is the latest addition to the family of 86100C plug in modules It is a dual channel electrical module with inte grated compliant clock recovery and a built in precision time base This is a double wide module that fills both slots in the 86100C mainframe An 86108A setup wizard allows you to quickly configure the module for measurements Figure 2 5 86108A Precision Waveform Analyzer Module To learn more about your Infinitum DCA Refer to the online Help which contains information that would normally be in the user s guide Visit our website at http www agilent com Use the keywords Infinitum DCA or 86100C in your search Plug in Modules The Infinitum DCA holds up to two plug in modules which can provide up to four measurement channels Each input channel has its own vertical controls The amplitude scale knob adjusts the amplitude scale used for the input chan 2 6 CAUTION CAUTION NOTE Using the 86100C A Quick Tour nel Use the amplitude offset knob to position the displayed signal You can also set the amplitude scale and offset to specific values by touching of chan nel buttons shown to at the bottom of the display Electrical channel input circu
38. e also provided in case you want to use a PS 2 keyboard or pointing device Older AT style DIN 5 keyboards will require an adapter that is available at many computer stores USB Alternate Pointing Device Alternate Keyboard USB Figure 1 3 Accessory Connections 2 Connect the optional mouse to any available USB port that is located on the instrument 1 8 Installing the 86100C Step 5 Connect the power Step 5 Connect the power CAUTION Always use the three prong AC power cord supplied with this instrument Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause product damage CAUTION Do not connect ac power until you have verified the line voltage is correct as described in Table 1 2 on page 1 6 Damage to the equipment could result Connect the line cord as shown in the figure below The 86100C automatically adjusts for line input voltages of 115 VAC and 230 VAC There is no voltage se lection switch The line cord provided is matched by Agilent to the country in which the order originates Ojo oo g g LINE Cord Figure 1 4 Line Cord Connector on 86100C Rear Panel 1 9 CAUTION CAUTION Installing the 86100C Step 5 Connect the power This instrument has autoranging line voltage input Be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range Windows XP registry If the Infiniium DCA is mounted in a rack or cabinet do
39. eeds For example in Oscilloscope mode the default measurements are rise time fall time period and V amplitude In Eye Mask mode you can also configure Quick Measure to perform a mask test In Jitter mode Quick Measure displays graphs and can not be configured To configure Quick Measure e Click Measure gt Quick Measure Config Quick Measure Figure 2 10 The Quick Measure Button 2 15 Using the 86100C Optional Features and Licenses Optional Features and Licenses You can purchase additional features and software that add measurement capabilities to your 86100C The Jitter instrument mode is an example of an added feature This section lists available licenses for features that run as part of the 86100C application that runs on the instrument Available features that run as a separate application on the instrument are not listed Contact your local Agilent sales representative for the latest information on available fea tures for the 86100C Use the Licenses command on the Utilities menu to manage licenses The Licenses dialog box describes the basic steps on how to order and install a license for a feature It also lists all available features including the status of each license This allows you to quickly determine if a feature is activated on your 86100C To learn more about purchasing installing and using a feature refer to Step 10 Install a feature license Optional on page 1 20 and consult the o
40. ement Certificate that you must use to install the license on your 86100C To confirm if your license was installed 1 On the 86100C click Utilities gt Licenses 2 Check the installation status of the license in the Licenses dialog box Licenses Opt 201 Advanced Waveform Analysis Opt 202 Enhanced Impedance and 5 Parameters Opt 300 Advanced amplitude analysisiRIN QFactor 1 License Installed Host ID and Serial Number Figure 1 16 Licenses Installed Status 3 Ifthe license that you purchased is installed no further action is required Continue with Step 11 Connect a printer Optional on page 1 23 If your license was not installed continue with To install a license on page 1 21 1 20 Installing the 86100C Step 10 Install a feature license Optional To install a license On the 86100C click Utilities gt Licenses Write down the HostID and Serial identifiers listed on the displayed dialog box You will need this information in the next step Go to the following web site to obtain your license file You will need to enter the HostID and Serial identifiers for your 86100C The license file will be sent to you via email www agilent com find softwarelicense After you receive your license file copy the file to a memory location that is available to the 86100C This could be an external USB device for example flash drive or CD drive or a network drive Click Utilities gt Licenses
41. en Step 8 Calibrate the touch screen The touch screen configuration utility aligns and orientates the touch screen with the display so that when you touch an element on the display screen the instrument can detect the task that you want to perform The display will always function as a touch screen even when a mouse and keyboard are con nected 1 On the 86100C display click Utilities gt Touch Screen Config 2 On the displayed dialog box s Main tab click the Calibrate button Main JTouch Settings Edge Adjustment Tools Calibration MT 7 provides a 3 point y calibration for optimum accuracy for your touch display Calibrate Calibrate Button i lt A an AAA ARN ante ant Aa iB Figure 1 12 Touch Screen Calibration 3 Follow the on screen instructions while touching the displayed touch targets The calibration will time out within 20 seconds if you do not touch the screen 4 Each time that you touch the screen an audible beep is heard To turn the audible click sound off select the Touch Settings tab Then repeatedly click the button shown in Figure 1 13 on page 17 Gn the Touch Sound area until the button s label reads No beep 5 Close the dialog box 1 16 Installing the 86100C Step 8 Calibrate the touch screen No beep Button Figure 1 13 Turning the Touch Beep Off 1 17 Installing the 86100C Step 9 Configure a LAN connection Optional Step 9 Configure
42. er qo Diamond HMS 10 81000Al FC PC 81000FI tA sc 81000KI Z DIN 8100081 HP ST 81000VI e 86100C 001 Enhanced 12 5 GHz Trigger Bandwidth providing pattern lock and eyeline capabilities 86100C 090 Removable hard disk 86100C 092 Standard instrument internal non removable hard disk 86100C 200 Enhanced Jitter Analysis Software 86100C 201 Advanced Waveform Analysis Software 86100C 202 Enhanced Impedance and S Parameter Software 86100C 300 Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q Factor 86100C 0BJ Programmer s Guide 86100C AFP Additional filler panel 86100C AX4 Rack mount flange kit 86100C AXE Rack mount flange kit with handles 86100C UK6 Commercial calibration certificate with test data If anything is missing or defective refer to Contacting Agilent Technologies on page 1 41 If the shipment was damaged contact the carrier then contact the nearest Agilent Sales Office Keep the shipping materials for the carrier s inspection The Agilent Sales Office will arrange for repair or replacement at Agilent s option without waiting for claim settlement 1 5 NOTE CAUTION Installing the 86100C Step 2 Position the Infiniium DCA Step 2 Position the Infiniium DCA Position the Infinitum DCA so that it will have sufficient clearance for airflow around the top back and sides Review the following specifications to ensure that your operating or storage environment is suitable for the instru
43. erating temperature of the product by 4 C for every 100 watts dissipated in the cabinet If the total power dissipated in the cabinet is greater than 800 watts then forced convection must be used This product is designed for use in INSTALLATION CATEGORY II and POLLUTION DEGREE 2 per IEC 1010 and 664 respectively Installation Category Installation Categories overvoltage categories are determined by the transient overvoltage levels that may be expected CAT I Mains isolated CAT II Line voltage in appliance and to wall outlet CAT II Line voltage behind wall outlet to next level of distribution Install the instrument according to the enclosure protection provided This instrument does not protect against the ingress of water This instrument pro tects against finger access to hazardous parts within the enclosure 1 3 Package Contents Optional Accessories Optional Adapters for Electrical Channel Inputs Optional Adapters for Optical Channel Inputs Installing the 86100C Step 1 Inspect the shipment Step 1 Inspect the shipment Inspect the shipping container and instrument for damage Keep the shipping container and cushioning material until you have inspected the contents of the shipment for completeness and have checked the instru ment mechanically and electrically Locate the shipping list Verify that you received all the accessories on this list and all the options that you ordered The following list
44. exchange the hard disks and the instrument is ready to use Both drive C INFINITUM and drive D USER are located on the hard disk Drive C contains the following items e Operating system 86100C application Any factory or user installed applications Factory calibration data automatically backed up to drive D Application licenses automatically backed up to drive D Drive D contains the following items e Backup files e User files including data files Use standard anti static precautions when handling removable hard disks to avoid damaging the disks To declassify instrument memory Perform this procedure before removing the 86100C from a secure area Turn the 86100C on Press the Default Setup key two consecutive times Press Default Setup then immediately press Default Setup again 1 28 Installing the 86100C To use the removable hard disk option The instrument always maintains its current and prior settings in non volatile RAM so that when you power up the instrument the settings will be the same as when it was last powered off This step resets the current and prior instru ment state settings to their default settings by erasing the states that are stored in non volatile RAM 3 Clear channel memory overwrite with noise using the following steps a Install two measurement modules and press all four front panel Channel keys to enable all four channels The Channel keys are located above the modules Do
45. hone number of technical contact person e Model number of returned instrument e Full serial number of returned instrument e List of any accessories returned with instrument e The original cal data disks Cover all front or rear panel connectors that were originally covered when you first received the instrument Cover electrical connectors to protect sensitive components from electrostatic damage Cover optical connectors to protect them from damage due to physical contact or dust Instrument damage can result from using packaging materials other than the original materials Never use styrene pellets as packaging material They do not adequately cushion the instrument or prevent it from shifting in the carton They may also cause instrument damage by generating static electricity Pack the instrument Use original packaging or comparable Original materials are available through any Agilent office Or use the following guidelines e Wrap the instrument in antistatic plastic to reduce the possibility of damage caused by electrostatic discharge e For instruments weighing less than 54 kg 120 Ib use a double walled cor rugated cardboard carton of 159 kg 850 Ib test strength e The carton must be large enough to allow approximately 7 cm 3 inches on all sides of the instrument for packing material and strong enough to accom 1 42 Installing the 86100C Preparing the instrument for shipping modate the weight of the instru
46. ing to use the instrument practice viewing a PRBS signal which will have a varied number of ones and zeros and will produce a classic eye dia gram The 86100C Help contains many more measurement procedures for Eye Mask mode Select a DCA module that is compatible with the type of signal that you are measuring Install the module into the DCA mainframe You don t have to turn the mainframe off before installing the module Connect the cable with the signal to be measured to the module s front panel channel input connector Connect a synchronous clock signal to the front panel Trigger input connector If you don t have a synchronous clock signal install and setup a clock recovery module Press the Default Setup button to place the instrument in a known start up state Press the channel button to select the module input channel that you are using The channel button will be lit when a channel is selected 0000 Press the front panel Source button to select triggering on the Front Panel connector If you are using a clock recovery module select Left Module or Right Module to use the recovered clock and refer to clock recovery modules for more information on using other settings Free Run Frort Panel Let Module Right Module 2 9 10 11 12 13 Using the 86100C Eye Mask Mode On the display click the Trigger button to open the Trigger dialog box Or click Setup gt Trigger Select the General Trigger Setup tab
47. inters use the Add Printer Wizard from the Windows XP desktop From the Windows Start menu click Printers and Faxes gt Add a printer 1 23 CAUTION Installing the 86100C Step 12 Avoid costly repairs CAUTION Step 12 Avoid costly repairs Figure 1 21 Avoid Costly Repairs e Refer to the Connector Care on page 1 36 before making any electrical or op tical input connections Electrical channel input circuits and the trigger input circuit can be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Therefore avoid applying static discharges to the front panel input connectors Prior to connecting any coaxial cable to the connectors momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable together Avoid touching the front panel input connectors without first touching the frame of the instrument Be sure that the instrument is properly earth grounded to prevent buildup of static charge Wear a wrist strap or heel strap More information can be found in the online help Optical channel fiber optic connectors on plug in modules are easily damaged when connected to dirty or damaged cables and accessories When you use improper cleaning and handling techniques you risk expensive instrument repairs damaged cables and compromised measurements Before you connect any fiber optic cable to the 86100C refer to information in the online help 1 24 NOTE CAUTION Installing the 86100C Step
48. is used to indicate the required nature of the line module input power cE ON LOFO A The CE mark is a registered trademark of the European Community The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association The C Tick mark is a registered trade mark of the Australian Spectrum Man agement Agency This product complies with the WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC mark ing 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 this product is classed as a Monitoring and Control instrumen tation product Do not dispose in domestic household To return unwanted products contact your local Agilent office or refer to www agi lent com for more information EEK TN This text denotes the instrument is an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product This is a marking to indicate product compliance with the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Standard ICES NMB 001 This symbol indicates the Environ mental Protection Use Period EPUP for the product s toxic substances for the China RoHS requirements O ii Contents Installing the 86100C Installation 1 2 Connector Care 1 36 Returning the Instrument for Service 1 41 Using the 86100C A Quick Tour 2 2 Eye Mask Mode 2 8 Jitter Amplitude An
49. its and the trigger input circuit can be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Avoid applying static discharges to the front panel input connectors Prior to connecting any coaxial cable to the connectors momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable together Avoid touching the front panel input connectors without first touching the frame of the instrument Be sure that the instrument is properly earth grounded to prevent buildup of static charge Wear a wrist strap or heel strap Optical channel fiber optic connectors are easily damaged when connected to dirty or damaged cables and accessories When you use improper cleaning and handling techniques you risk expensive instrument repairs damaged cables and compromised measurements Before you connect any fiber optic cable to the digital communications analyzer refer to Connector Care on page 1 36 In addition to a complete line of modules designed specifically for this instrument modules designed for use with Agilent 83480A and 54750A mainframes 8348x and 5475x series can also be installed into the Infinitum DCA The 83495A and 83495B clock recovery modules are the exception to this numbering scheme and were designed specifically for use with 86100 series mainframes The 8348x and 5475x series plug in modules are equipped with a trigger input on the individual module front panels Repeatedly press the Infinitum DCA s front panel Trigger Source button until the labe
50. ive return loss Many measurements are actually 1 39 Installing the 86100C Fiber Optic Connections improved by backing off the connector pressure Also if a piece of grit does happen to get by the cleaning procedure the tighter connection is more likely to damage the glass Tighten the connectors just until the two fibers touch Keep connectors covered when not in use Use fusion splices on the more permanent critical nodes Choose the best con nector possible Replace connecting cables regularly Frequently measure the return loss of the connector to check for degradation and clean every connec tor every time 1 40 Call Center Installing the 86100C Returning the Instrument for Service Returning the Instrument for Service The instructions in this section show you how to properly package the instru ment for return to an Agilent Technologies service office If the instrument is still under warranty or is covered by an Agilent maintenance contract it will be repaired under the terms of the warranty or contract If the instrument is no longer under warranty or is not covered by an Agilent maintenance plan Agilent will notify you of the cost of the repair after examining the unit When an instrument is returned to an Agilent service office for servicing it must be adequately packaged and have a complete description of the failure symptoms attached When describing the failure please be as specific as possible ab
51. l Message Protocol ICMP allows the computers on a network to share error and status information Select the requests for information from the Internet that this computer will respond to Allow incoming echo request a O llow incoming timestamp request O Allow incoming mask request O Allow incoming router request T Bian Oth ON I ab BR Areal Beta eo SM AEA me Bastien Saeco Ak agli mal Figure 2 16 Allow Incoming Echo Request 2 28 NOTE Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem To recover the 86100C Drive C This hard disk drive recovery re images the drive C partition only Because the factory backup image resides on the hard disk no external media is required to recover drive C After the recovery process is complete the Infini ium DCA firmware is set to the version installed when the factory image was created To update to a later version after the recovery is completed refer to To upgrade 86100C instrument software on page 2 25 When performing this recovery procedure all application license files and user files including data files are left unchanged However in case of a prob lem you may want to make a backup of your data before you begin After the procedure completes the Windows XP Setup Wizard will automatically run Once started the time required to complete the recovery is approximately 10 minutes 1 Connect a keyboard to the instrument 2 Turn on the instrument After app
52. l for the desired trigger source is lit 2 7 Eye Mask Mode Using the 86100C Eye Mask Mode Eye Mask Mode Eye Mask mode allows you to perform NRZ Non Return to Zero or RZ Return to Zero eye diagram measurements and eye mask tests The eye dia gram is typically produced by triggering the instrument with a synchronous clock signal Use the Setup menu to select NRZ or RZ measurements Eye Mask mode measurements only work when an eye diagram and not a pulse is present on the screen Measurements made on a pulse waveform while in Eye Mask mode will fail Use the Autoscale button to ensure that an optimum eye diagram is displayed which consists of a full display of the eye in addition to portions of the wave form preceding and following the eye The measurement toolbars provide measurements such as rise time fall time jitter and extinction ratio as well as the mask test start and stop controls Eye measurement and mask test results appear below the display graticule To learn more about the Eye Mask mode consult the Help e Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help 06 Feb 2008 11 07 E Rise time eat 2 of 3 100 mv div 2 10 0 mv div 3 50 uWV div 4 10 0 mv div Time 15 8ps div 9 Trig Divided D Pattem 100 1 mv Zoo V Jio wW j Joo V l Delay 24 0463 ns AC Coupled 2 Lock Figure 2 6 Eye Mask Mode 2 8 NOTE Using the 86100C Eye Mask Mode To View an Eye Diagram When learn
53. lash Drive external USB CD RW drive LAN folder or other device so that the file will be available to copy to the 86100C On the 86100C click File gt Exit and then click Yes to exit the 86100C application 3 Click Start gt Control Panel 4 Click Add or Remove Programs and select the current 86100C Infinitum DCA software version Click Remove and then click Yes to remove the current software version 6 Click My Computer on the Start menu 7 Select the D drive and create a new folder Give the new folder a meaningful 10 name For example Software Upgrade Copy the new file exe or msi file extension from an external memory device to your new folder Select the new file to begin the installation Click Next twice for the installation wizard to automatically install the new version From the Windows desktop double click the program icon to start the 86100C software 2 26 Using the 86100C If the Infinitum DCA has a Problem To configure the firewall This procedure applies to instrument software revision A 08 00 and above Although it describes the settings for the Windows Firewall settings using a different firewall will be similar These settings allow control of the 86100C DCA over SICL LAN and allow the Agilent Connection Expert to locate the 86100C Click Help gt About 86100C and confirm that software revision A 08 00 or above is installed Minimize the 86100C application to view the
54. le calibration uses known signal levels in the instrument Introduc ing an outside signal source will interfere with the calibration factors and decrease the accuracy of the calibration 5 Click Continue A progress indicator appears Module Calibration Disconnect everything from the right module Cancel 1 26 Installing the 86100C Step 13 Calibrate the modules Do not remove module Calibration Progress ize Figure 1 23 Calibration Progress 6 After the calibration completes click Calibration gt All Calibrations 7 The Modules tab shows the status of the calibration and should indicate that the Current user module calibration is valid 1 27 CAUTION Installing the 86100C To use the removable hard disk option To use the removable hard disk option The removable hard disk option 86100C 090 is designed for 86100C instru ments that are used in a secure environment Because the hard disk is easily removed from the instrument you can protect any sensitive data The follow ing two procedures are provided in this section To declassify instrument memory 1 28 To exchange the removable hard disks 1 31 The removable hard disk option comes with two hard disks One is installed in the instrument and one is provided separately When shipped from the fac tory both hard disks include identical operating system applications factory calibration and licensing files You simply
55. lem To restore the 86100C Drive D Drive D on the 86100C hard disk contains all user files including data files It also includes backup copies of the factory calibration and application license files that are automatically created from Drive C by the instrument To restore drive D back to factory defaults you must reformat the partition using the Windows XP Format utility Formatting will erase all data on drive D CAUTION Performing a Drive C Recovery immediately after formatting the D partition without restarting the instrument results in the loss of factory calibration and any application license files Always turn off and then restart the instrument after performing the Drive D Restoration procedure 1 Click File gt Exit to close the 86100C application 2 Click Start to view the Windows Start Menu p Administrator a Internet 4 My Recent Documents gt Internet Explorer Baas g My Computer lt E mail amp Control Panel Tour Windows XP y amp Printers and Faxes SBA Windows Movie Maker Help and Support Files and Settings Transfer 7 Wizard r9 Search I Run K All Programs gt x 86100 Infiniium DCA B Log Off Turn Off Computer Figure 2 17 Windows Start Menu 3 Click My Computer and select the USER D drive 4 Click File gt Format gt Start and then OK Do not change the default setup Leave the Format Options selections unchecked 5 When the Format Complete
56. mainframe calibration you must save a copy of the calibration file from the current hard disk Later in this procedure you will install this file on the secure hard disk a Click Calibrate gt All Calibrations Click the Mainframe and Skew tab Record the calibration date for use later in this procedure See Figure 1 25 Calibration date All Calibrations Status Message Calibration Date Figure 1 25 Mainframe timebase calibration status and date b Close the All Calibrations dialog box c Click File gt Exit to close the DCA application d Click Start gt My Computer e Enter the path c scope cal inthe address line as shown in Figure 1 26 1 31 NOTE NOTE Installing the 86100C To use the removable hard disk option on page 32 Then press Enter to locate the file framecal dat The folder c Scope cal is hidden and will not be shown if you browse for it f Copy the file framecal dat to an external USB memory device My Computer File Edit View Favorites Tools Help ay Back oP S JO Search gt Folders E c scope cal c scope cal a _ Hard Disk Drives System Tasks a Men ise Qe rina c USER D Other Places Devices with Removable Storage My Network Places My Documents CD RW Drive E gt Control Panel Figure 1 26 Locating the file framecal dat 3 Turn off the 861000 Locate the hard disk lock which is located at the upper left corner
57. ment Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator The detachable power cord is the instrument disconnecting device It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains supply before other parts of the instrument The front panel switch is only a standby switch and is not a LINE switch Alternatively an externally installed switch or circuit breaker which is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator may be used as a disconnecting device If the Infiniium DCA is mounted in a rack or cabinet do not use the system s power switch to disconnect power from the Infiniium DCA Instead use the Infiniium DCA s front panel power switch Using the system power switch may corrupt the Windows XP registry requiring you to perform a recovery process to restore normal operation to the Infiniium DCA Table 1 2 Environmental Specifications Use indoor Temperature Operating 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F Non operating 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F Altitude Operating Up to 4 600 meters 15 000 ft Line Power 115V 5 7A 230V 3 0A 50 60 Hz Weight Mainframe characteristic 15 5 kg 34 b Modules characteristic 1 2 kg 2 6 Ib Dimensions excluding handle Height characteristic 215 mm 8 47 in Width characteristic 425 mm 16 75 in Depth characteristic 566 mm 22 2 in Depth with front connectors 629 mm 24 8 in and rear feet ch
58. ment e Surround the equipment with approximately 7 cm 8 inches of packing ma terial to protect the instrument and prevent it from moving in the carton If packing foam is not available the best alternative is S D 240 Air Cap from Sealed Air Corporation Commerce California 90001 Air Cap looks like a plastic sheet filled with air bubbles Use the pink antistatic Air Cap to reduce static electricity Wrapping the instrument several times in this ma terial will protect the instrument and prevent it from moving in the carton 4 Seal the carton with strong nylon adhesive tape 5 Mark the carton FRAGILE HANDLE WITH CARE 6 Retain copies of all shipping papers 1 43 Installing the 86100C Preparing the instrument for shipping 1 44 A Quick Tour 2 2 Eye Mask Mode 2 8 To View an Eye Diagram 2 9 Jitter Amplitude Analysis Mode 2 11 To measure jitter 2 12 Oscilloscope Mode 2 13 TDR TDT Mode 2 14 Quick Measure 2 15 Optional Features and Licenses 2 16 Option 200 Enhanced Jitter Analysis 2 17 Option 201 Advanced Waveform Analysis 2 17 Option 202 Enhanced Impedance and S Parameter 2 18 Option 300 Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q factor 2 19 86100CU 400 PLL and Jitter Spectrum Measurement Application 2 19 Windows XP Professional 2 20 Avoid changing these Windows system settings 2 22 If the Infinitum DCA has a Problem 2 23 To upgrade 86100C instrument software 2 25 To downgrade 86100C instrument software 2 26 To
59. n connectors the fluid shall not be placed on the instrument during use or when connected to mains voltage Cleaning the connectors shall take place in ventilated area to allow fluid vapors to dissipate and reduce the risk of fire Never use metal or sharp objects to clean a connector and never scrape the connector Avoid matching gel and oils Index matching compounds should never be applied to their instruments and accessories Some compounds such as gels may be difficult to remove and can contain damaging particulates If you think the use of such compounds is necessary refer to the compound manufacturer for information on application and cleaning procedures When inserting a fiber optic cable into a connector gently insert it in as straight a line as possible Tipping and inserting at an angle can scrape material off the inside of the connector or even break the inside sleeve of connectors made with ceramic material When inserting a fiber optic connector into a connector make sure that the fi ber end does not touch the outside of the mating connector or adapter Avoid over tightening connections Unlike common electrical connections tighter is not better The purpose of the connector is to bring two fiber ends together Once they touch tightening only causes a greater force to be applied to the delicate fibers With connec tors that have a convex fiber end the end can be pushed off axis resulting in misalignment and excess
60. n page 31 1 33 Installing the 86100C To connect an external display To connect an external display You can connect a VGA compatible display to the 86100C to provide a larger viewing area of the screen 1 Connect the display cable to the rear panel VGA connector This connector is labeled External Display on Figure 1 27 2 Tighten the retaining screws 3 Connect the external display The rear panel VGA connector labeled Second Desktop Connection on Figure 1 27 is provided for use of the Windows second desktop feature Refer to Windows XP Help for information on using a second desktop Second Desktop Connection Figure 1 27 External Monitor Connector 1 34 WARNING CAUTION Installing the 86100C To clean the 86100C To clean the 86100C Clean the 86100C using a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild soap and water solution To prevent electrical shock disconnect the Agilent Technologies model 86100C 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 Do not use too much liquid in cleaning the oscilloscope Water can enter the front panel damaging sensitive electronic components 1 35 Installing the 86100C Connector Care Connector Care Damage to 86100C electrical and fiber optic input connectors as well as con nectors on calibration and verification devices
61. nline Help Licenses Opt 201 Advanced Waveform Analysis al License installed Opt 202 Enhanced Impedance and 5 Parameters License installed Opt 300 Advanced amplitude analysis RIN Q factor 1 0 License installed lt new gt Figure 2 11 The Licenses Dialog Box 2 16 ST Jitter Mode Oscilloscope Mode Eye Mask Mode TOR TOT Mode Using the 86100C Optional Features and Licenses Option 200 Enhanced Jitter Analysis The Enhanced Jitter Analysis feature option 86100C 200 activates the instru ment s Jitter Mode which is entered by pressing the front panel Jitter Mode button Jitter Mode provides powerful tools for measuring the following com ponents of jitter Total Jitter TJ Deterministic Jitter DJ Data Dependent Jitter DDJ Random Jitter RJ Periodic Jitter PJ including analysis of sub rate PJ components and asynchronous PJ components Inter Symbol Interference ASI Duty Cycle Distortion DCD In addition to tabular results several graphs of jitter are provided You can even view the eye diagram that is used to perform the jitter measurements Jitter Mode requires an 86100C with Option 001 Enhanced Trigger installed Option 201 Advanced Waveform Analysis The Advanced Waveform Analysis feature option 86100C 201 provides two powerful tools for the design engineer a Linear Feedforward Equalizer and MATLAB Filter and Measurements capability It also includes the abiltiy to
62. not connect any signals b Click Setup gt Acquisition to open the Acquisition dialog box c On the Waveform tab click Manual and enter a value of 4096 d Close the Acquisition dialog box e On Option 001 instruments click the Pattern Lock button shown in Figure 1 24 When the Pattern Autodetect Fail dialog box is displayed click Cancel to close the dialog box Mawe Calbrate Utiities Hep O8Feb 2008 1037 j l k 0 uav Domwav Loma d gy WORVIG d merona ma j e prira J Dooy Doov Doo etry 24 0000 re ny j PE Pattern Lock Figure 1 24 Pattern Lock Button 4 Reset the remote interface GPIB address using the following steps a Click Utilities gt Remote Interface b Enter a GPIB address value of 7 and close the dialog box 5 Reset the Quick Measure utility to its default measurements using the following 1 29 Installing the 86100C To use the removable hard disk option steps a Click Measure gt Quick Measure Config b Select the Apply Default Setup to Quick Measure check box which is locat ed at the bottom of the dialog box c Close the dialog box 1 30 Installing the 86100C To use the removable hard disk option To exchange the removable hard disks If you are removing the 86100C from a secure area perform the procedure To declassify instrument memory on page 1 28 before starting the following steps Turn the 86100C on If the instrument has been returned from Agilent with a new
63. ode are not case sensitive so you can enter letters in either upper or lower case fj JitterAnalysis lic Notepad File Edit Format Help FEATURE Jitterdnalysis agilent 1 0 permanent uncounted HOSTID 012345678901 TS_OK SIGN 0123 4567 8946 CDEF 0123 4567 894B y CDEF 0123 4567 89AB CDEF 0123 4567 894B Figure 1 18 Example of the contents of a license file Enter License Key io yf jf ff ft E 2 Figure 1 19 Enter License Key Dialog Box 1 22 Installing the 86100C Step 11 Connect a printer Optional Step 11 Connect a printer Optional Perform this step if you plan to connect a printer directly to the serial parallel or USB ports that are located on the 86100C rear panel If you have a parallel Centronics printer you will need a parallel printer cable such as an C2950A 2 m or C2951A 3 m cable If you have a serial printer you will need a 9 pin to 25 pin serial printer cable such as an 34398A cable plus the 34399A adapter kit Some printers may require other cable configurations but the 86100C has a 9 pin serial connector Attach the required parallel or serial printer cable between your printer and the 86100C s rear panel connector Parallel Port Serial Port Figure 1 20 Location of Parallel and Serial Printer Ports Support for printers with Plug and Play support will automatically be installed when the instrument is first turned on For other pr
64. ontract clause Use duplication or disclosure of Software is subject to Agilent Technologies standard commercial license terms and non DOD Departments and Agencies of the U S Govern ment will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 19 c 1 2 June 1987 U S Government users will receive no greater than Limited Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 14 June 1987 or DFAR 252 227 7015 b 2 November 1995 as applicable in any tech nical data Safety Notices CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure which if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage to or destruc tion of the product Do not proceed beyond a cau tion sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met WARNING Warning denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure which if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in injury or loss of life Do not proceed beyond a warning sign until the indi cated conditions are fully understood and met Instrument Markings The instruction manual symbol The product is marked with this warning symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the manual The laser radiation symbol This warning symbol is marked on products which have a laser output A The ON ON STANDBY OFF OFF and AC symbols The ON OFF and STANDBY mark the position of the instrument power line switch The AC symbol
65. out the nature of the problem Include copies of any instrument failure settings data related to instrument failure and error messages along with the instrument being returned Please notify the service office before returning your instrument for service Any special arrangements for the instrument can be discussed at this time This will help the Agilent service office repair and return your instrument as quickly as possible Contacting Agilent Technologies For technical assistance contact your local Agilent Call Center In the Americas call 1 800 829 4444 In other regions visit http www agilent com find assist Before returning an instrument for service you must first call the Call Center at 1 800 829 4444 1 41 CAUTION CAUTION Installing the 86100C Preparing the instrument for shipping Preparing the instrument for shipping Write a complete description of the failure and attach it to the instrument Include any specific performance details related to the problem The following information should be returned with the instrument e Type of service required e Date instrument was returned for repair e Description of the problem e Whether problem is either constant or intermittent Whether instrument is temperature sensitive e Whether instrument is vibration sensitive e Instrument settings required to reproduce the problem e Performance data e Company name and return address e Name and p
66. p What s this Help Click this option to set the horizontal timebase scale units to time seconds per division The Delay from Trigger will display seconds Note The default value for basic time units is 1 0 ns div Figure 3 3 Help in dialog boxes 3 4 Using the Built In Information System Learning About Measurement Results Learning About Measurement Results After a measurement is performed the displays shows the Measure tab which includes the measurement results The fastest way to get help on measure ment configuration or algorithms is to touch the Setup amp Info button The fol lowing figure shows the location of this button Measure Tab Setup amp Info Button Figure 3 4 Help on measurement results 3 5 Using the Built In Information System Printing Topics Printing Topics e To print the contents of a Help topic click the Print button located at the top of the Help window e To print the contents of a pop up window place the pointer over the pop up click the right mouse button and then click Print Topic Attenuation The process of reducing the amplitude of a waveform without introducing significant distortion For example the input waveform to a standard 10 1 probe will be reduced Cop 20 dB y Figure 3 5 Printing a pop up window 3 6 About Repetitive Strain Injury 4 3 Mice and Other Input Devices 4 4 Working in Comfort Working in Comfort
67. ram Composite Histogram ISI vs Bit graph Noise Spectrum graph BER Bathtub graph Once installed press the front panel Jitter Mode button to access the mea surements Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q Factor Software requires the installation of Option 200 Enhanced Jitter Analysis Software and Option 001 Enhanced Trigger 86100CU 400 PLL and Jitter Spectrum Measurement Appli cation Agilent offers a free Jitter Spectrum and Phase Noise application that per forms jitter analysis that is similar to a spectrum analyzer based phase noise test system The application runs on a PC and remotely controls an 86100C The 86100C must have installed either an 83496B clock recovery module or an 86108A precision waveform analyzer module To learn about the application and its requirements and to download it for use 1 Visit Agilent s web site at www agilent com 2 Search for the 86100C page 3 Click on Drivers amp Software 4 Click on the link to the Jitter Spectrum and Phase Noise application 2 19 Using the 86100C Windows XP Professional Windows XP Professional The 86100C is an instrument running Microsoft Windows XP Profes sional You can access Windows XP Professional just as you would on your per sonal computer Use Windows XP Professional to manage files and folders add remove and setup printing configure networking and install additional applications Be sure to read Avoid changing these Windows system
68. rges to the front panel input connectors Prior to connecting any coaxial cable to the connectors momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable together Avoid touching the front panel input connectors without first touching the frame of the instrument Be sure that the instrument is properly earth grounded to prevent buildup of static charge Wear a wrist strap or heel strap To perform a module calibration Click Calibrate gt All Calibrations The All Calibrations dialog box opens This dialog box allows you to view the calibration status of modules and initiate the calibration 2 Click the Modules tab 1 25 Installing the 86100C Step 13 Calibrate the modules The Modules tab opens and allows you to perform a module calibration on either the left or right module 3 Touch the Calibrate Module button located at the bottom of the tab for the module you need to calibrate This starts the module calibration All Calibrations Modules m User Module Calibration Right Module User calibration is recommended User module calibration is recommended gt Elapsed cal time has exceeded 10 hours MOMS TS EES CalibrationDate 14 May 2002 15 40 Elapsed Cal Time 216 00 hours minutes Left Chan Cal AT 0 2 C N Right Chan Cal AT 0 2 C Model 54754A Serial Number U840230202 Figure 1 22 Calibrate Module Button 4 Remove all external devices and signals from the module The modu
69. roximately 30 seconds look for the following displayed text Please select the operating system to start 86100C Infiniium DCA Emergency Backup And Recovery 3 Immediately press the down arrow key on the keyboard to select Emergency Backup And Recovery Then press the Enter key 4 After more text is displayed press the Enter key to display the screen shown 2 29 Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem in the following figure 86100C Infiniium DCA Recovery amp Backup Options Choose One of the following 1 Recover Factory Backup Image 2 Exit Enter a Choice 5 To enter the recovery procedure press the 1 key 6 On the next screen press C to recover the hard disk Press E to exit the procedure 7 Another screen is displayed giving you one more chance to enter or exit the procedure Press C to recover the hard disk Press E to exit the procedure NOTE This is your last chance to abort the recovery process Once the hard drive recovery procedure starts do not interupt the procedure with any key presses The procedure requires about 10 minutes to complete 8 When the Recovery Process is complete message is displayed press CLT ALT DEL on the keyboard 9 The Windows XP Setup Wizard automatically starts Follow the steps listed on the screen The Certificate of Authenticity is located on the instrument s rear panel 2 30 Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Prob
70. rt the center and outer conductors of the cable together Avoid touching the front panel input connectors without first touching the frame of the instrument Be sure the instrument is properly earth grounded to prevent buildup of static charge Electrostatic discharge ESD can damage or destroy electronic components Coaxial cables with both ends unconnected may store electrostatic charges Before connecting any coaxial cable of this sort to a device or instrument momentarily short the center and outer conductors of the cable When making connections ensure the proper use of a grounded resistor isolated wrist strap Advances in measurement capabilities make connectors and connection tech niques more important than ever Observing simple precautions can ensure accurate and reliable measurements Keep connectors clean e Extend sleeve or connector nut e Use plastic endcaps during storage e Do not touch mating plane surfaces e Do not set connectors contact end down e Inspect all connectors carefully before every connection e Look for metal particles scratches and dents e Do not use damaged connectors e Clean with compressed air first e Clean the connector threads e Do not use abrasives e Do not get liquid onto the plastic support beads e Align connectors carefully e Make preliminary connection lightly 1 37 Using Connector Savers 3 5mm and SMA Connectors CAUTION CAUTION 1 85 mm Connectors C
71. s This literature also suggests that there are many other risk factor that may increase the chance of such injury commonly called Repetitive Strain Injury Repetitive Strain Injury RSI also known as cumulative trauma disorder or repetitive motion injury is a type of injury where soft tissues in the body such as muscles nerves or tendons become irritated or inflamed RSI has been a reported problem for those who perform repetitive tasks such as assembly line work meatpacking sewing playing musical instruments and computer work RSI has also been observed in those who frequently engage in activities such as carpentry knitting housework gardening tennis windsurfing and lifting children The specific causes of RSI have not been established Nevertheless the inci dence of RSI has been associated with a variety of risk factors including Too many uninterrupted repetitions of an activity or motion Performing an activity in an awkward or unnatural posture Maintaining a static position for prolonged periods Failing to take frequent short breaks Other environmental and social factors In addition there have been reports associating the occurrence of RSI with the use of keyboards mice and other input devices Also certain medical con ditions such as rheumatoid arthritis obesity and diabetes may predispose people to this type of injury If you are experiencing any discomfort seek professional medical advice immediately
72. shows some of the items that may be on the shipping list The information on your actual shipping list is more accurate and should supersede the information in this list e Infinitum DCA e Keyboard USB e Mouse USB e Flash drive USB e Power cord e Filler panel e APC 3 5 f f adapter connector saver p n 5061 5311 e Quick Start Guide this book e ESD Warning Pamphlet Programmer s Guide External CD RW drive USB 11667B Power splitter dc to 26 5 GHz APC 3 5 mm 11667C Power splitter dc to 50 GHz 2 4 mm 54006A 6 GHz Resistive divider probe kit 54008B 24 ns delay line N1020A 6 GHz TDR probe kit passive N1022A Active Probe Adapter N1024A TDR Calibration Kit N1025A 1 GHz Active Differential Probe e SMA f f adapter Agilent part number 1250 1158 e APC 3 5 f f adapter Agilent part number 5061 5311 Table 1 1 shows the available fiber optic adapters for optical channels These adapters connect onto the front panel optical channel connectors FC PC adapters come preinstalled on new optical modules Changing fiber optic 1 4 Instrument Options Installing the 86100C Step 1 Inspect the shipment adapters is easy Simply hand turn an adapter counter clockwise to remove it from a channel connector to install a different adapter hand turn the new adapter clockwise onto the connector Table 1 1 Fiber Optic Adapters for Optical Channels Front Panel Fiber Optic Adapters Description Agilent Part Numb
73. st When using the Help you can temporarily hide it so that you can Help see the entire display Then you can re display the Help with the same topic still showing To hide the Help touch the Minimize button located at the top of the Help window To re display the Help touch the Restore button that is shown on the display 3 2 Using the Built In Information System Using the Built In Information System Eye Mask TDR TDT Oscilloscope Jitter Managing Mode Mode Mode Mode Accessory Features B Infiniium DCA Help Contents Revision A 08 00 I E A E A Optical and General Electrical Settings Connectors General Plug in Module Information Descriptions Measurement Tools New Changes lt for 86100C Ej F E F oK Index Mainframe and Definitions for Module Specifications Displayed Messages Figure 3 2 Help Contents 3 3 Using the Built In Information System Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings Help is available directly from displayed dialog boxes To see overview information in an open dialog box click the Dialog Box Help icon A topic window opens and describes the dialog box and its controls To get information on a specific item in the dialog box click the What s this Help icon Then touch the desired control on the dialog box A window appears with a description of the selected control as shown in the following figure Dialog Box Hel
74. t Use a good quality mouse pad to enable the mouse to work most effectively and reduce unnecessary hand and wrist movements Be sure to keep your mouse and trackball clean Regular removal of accumulat ed dust and dirt helps ensure proper tracking and reduces unnecessary hand and wrist motions 4 4 Index Numerics 12 GHz trigger bandwidth 1 5 5475x series plug in modules 2 7 8348x series plug in modules 2 7 86100C 090 1 15 1 28 86100C 200 2 17 86100C 201 2 17 86100C 202 2 18 86100C 300 2 19 86108A 2 5 A accessories connecting 1 8 adapters APC 3 5 f f 1 4 SMA f f 1 4 adapters optic 1 4 Advanced Amplitude Analysis RIN Q Factor 2 19 Advanced Waveform Analysis Software 2 17 Agilent IO Libraries LAN patch 1 19 2 23 Agilent Technologies contacting 1 41 Agilent web site 2 6 AgtInstIloLanPatch msi 1 19 2 23 airflow 1 6 algorithms 3 5 altitude 1 6 amplitude offset 2 7 amplitude scale 2 6 audible beep turning off 1 16 Autoscale button 2 8 B beep turning off 1 16 book icon 3 4 built in information system 3 2 temporarily hiding 3 2 C calibration certificate 1 5 modules 1 25 touch screen 1 16 care of fiber optics 1 24 2 7 Certificate of Authenticity Windows XP 2 21 cleaning fiber optic connections 1 36 instrument 1 35 clock recovery modules 2 5 clock signal 2 8 connecting accessories 1 8 printer 1 9 connector care 1 36 input
75. to automatically uninstall the current version and install the newer version 5 If you are prompted by a firewall application to block the Agilent Remote I O Port Mapper Utility and the Agilent Remote I O Server select Unblock See the introduction to this section for more information 2 Windows Security Alert x 2 Windows Security Alert To help protect your computer Windows Firewall has blocked To help protect your computer Windows Firewall has blocked some features of this program some features of this program Do you want to keep blocking this program Do you want to keep blocking this program Name Agilent Remote 1 0 Port Mapper Utility fal Name Agilent Remote 1 0 Server Publisher Agilent Technologies Publisher Agilent Technologies Keep Blocking Unblock Ask Me Later Shan AM ANA A Damh ARA atn tamer da AR mn wh ote NBM aa a 0h Keep Blocking Unblock Ask Me Later TS em atte AM en nth eR bh aera Mate 6 AMM RAR a mm cannon a mm nina AA Manian Ante Agilent Remote I O Port Mapper Utility Agilent Remote I O Server Figure 2 14 Example Windows Firewall Security Alerts 6 On the Windows desktop double click the program icon to start the 86100C x 2 25 Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem To downgrade 86100C instrument software After you have obtained the software version file for your 86100C perform the following steps Copy the software downgrade file to a USB F
76. with the proper operation of the Infinitum DCA Do not change the Power Options Do not change the System Properties Hardware Tab settings Do not change the System Properties Advanced Tab settings Do not change the Regional and Language Options Advanced Tab settings Do not remove Fonts Display Settings e Do not turn off the screen saver The screen saver turns off the display s backlights extending their life e Donot change the screen resolution from 640 by 480 pixels or the color qual ity from High 24 bit Do not use the Windows XP Theme Do not change Windows and buttons from the Windows Classic Style Do not change the Font size to Extra Large Do not change the menu fonts or size Do not modify 1 Digital Flat Panel 640x480 on Chips and Technologies Asiliant 65550 e Do not set Intel r 82815 Graphics Controller to Use this device as the primary monitor Do not delete or modify the InfinitumAdmin user account Before changing any Windows System settings outside of the Infinitum DCA application you should exit the Infinitum DCA application 2 22 WARNING Upgrading the Instrument Software Inability to Establish a LAN Connection Inability to Control 86100C via SICL LAN Using the 86100C If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem If the Infiniium DCA has a Problem Use the information in this section to help you resolve technical problems with your Infinitum D
77. zard 3 Click Next to display the License Agreement 4 Please read the following License Agreement Press the PAGE DOWN F key to see the rest of the agreement To continue with Setup you must accept the agreement XP Professional C 1 XP T ablet PC Editon and osott t Windowsi XP Meda C END USER LICENSE AGREEMEN IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY This End User Lic Agreement EULA is a legal agreement between you ether an indvidual of a single legal manufacturer Manufacturer of the er system or accept this agreement C dont accept this agreement Figure 1 7 Windows XP License Agreement 4 Select I accept this agreement and then click Next 1 12 Installing the 86100C Step 6 Windows Setup Wizard 5 Enter your name and the name of your organization or company Click Next Windows XP Professional Setup Personalize Your Software ya Setup uses the information you provide about yourself to personalize your Window Py XP software i we Type your full name and the name of your company or organization ot Name Organization Figure 1 8 Personal Information Setup 6 Click Next 7 Adjust the date time and time zone as needed in the displayed screen Check automatic clock adjust for daylight saving changes if it applies to your location Windows XP Professional Setup Date and Time Settings Set the conect date and time tor your Windows computer Date amp Time Time Zone

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