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Agilent Technologies 86100b Sprinkler User Manual

1. 4 6 Using the Built In Information System Learning About Measurements Results Learning About Measurements 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 following figure shows the location of this button Annotate Measurements Configure Meas Annotate es Jitter RMS 2 gt Measure So Remove Avg Power 2 Ext rati NRZ Eye ee NRZ ye elakka 2 8 T R ae oe m 1 eo 78 ni 328 EI mH 65 35 k Measure Setup amp info tab button Using the Built In Information System Hiding the Help Hiding the Help When using the Help you can temporarily hide it so that you can see the entire display Then you can re display the Help with the same topic still showing e To hide the Help touch the Minimize button located at the top of the Help window Print Close e To re display the Help touch the Restore button that is shown on the display 4 8 Using the Built In Information System Printing the Contents of a Topic Printing the Contents of a Topic You can print the entire contents of a Help topic or a pop up window To print the entire contents of a Help topic simply touch the Print button located at the top of the Help window To print the entire contents of a pop up Help window by following t
2. lt Back Cancel 1 20 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 8 Connect a Printer t vouch Next gt o Add Printer Wizard touch Next LEEA You can type a name for this printer or you can use the name supplied below When you have finished click Next Printer name HP Laserdet 4P Do you want your Windows based programs to use this printer as the default printer 14 Touch Yes to print a test page Then touch Next After your printer is installed Windows can print a test page so you can confirm that the printer is set up properly 15 After confirming that the test page printed correctly touch Yes Would you like to print a test page lt Back Cancel HP Laserjet 4P Printer test page completed 4 test page is now being sent to the printer Depending on the speed of your printer it may take a minute or two before the page is printed The test page briefly demonstrates the printer s ability to print graphics and text as well as providing technical information about the printer driver Did the test page print correctly 16 Turn the Infinitum DCA s power off and then on again The printer is now installed and ready to use 1 21 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 9 Calibrate the Touch Screen Step 9 Calibrate the Touch Screen The touch screen configuration utility ensures that the touch screen is both aligned and orientated with the display Therefore wh
3. Table 1 9 Supported Printers HP DeskJet 850 HP DeskJet 1600C HP DeskJet 890C HP LaserJet 4P HP DeskJet 970 HP LaserJet 4000N HP DeskJet 1200C To connect a printer Turn on the power to the Infinitum DCA On the File menu select Print Setup and then Add Printer An online Help window opens with instructions for connecting a printer You do not need to read the displayed instructions at this time Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 8 Connect a Printer 3 Turn the power off the Infinitum DCA Do not exit the online Help before turning the instrument off 4 Connect the printer to the instrument s rear panel Parallel port Refer to Rear panel features on page 3 6 to locate the Parallel port Use the cable that came with your printer 5 Turn the printer power on 6 Wait five seconds and then turn the power on the Infinitum DCA again 7 The following message appears Touch No 86100LDR Did you already add a printer fs using the Printer Wizard 8 The following message appears Touch OK A The Add Printer Wizard will now start Ai After the printer installation is complete please cycle power on the scope 9 The instrument Add Printer Wizard automatically recognizes 4 This wizard will help you to install your printer quickly and easily the printer connected on the printer port and displays the Add Printer Wizard Touch Next To begin installing your printer click Next
4. 10 11 12 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 8 Connect a Printer Select Local printer and then touch Next Select the printer manufacturer and then printer Then touch Next If your printer is not listed touch Have Disk The instrument will then prompt you to put your printer driver disk into the front panel disk drive drive A or CD Rom drive Be sure to install the Windows 98 printer driver for your printer Select LPT1 for the printer port Touch Next Add Printer Wizard How is this printer attached to your computer If it is directly attached to your computer click Local Printer If it is attached to another computer click Network Printer C Network printer lt Back Cancel Add Printer Wizard Click the manufacturer and model of your printer If your printer came with an installation disk click Have Disk If your printer is not listed consult your printer documentation for a compatible printer Manufacturers Printers HP Lasenet 4ML HP LaserJet 4ML PostScript IBM Kodak Kyocera LaserMaster Lexmark Linattanic A H Have Disk lt Back Cancel Add Printer Wizard Click the port you want to use with this printer and then click Next HP Laserdet 4MP HP LaserJet 4P 4MP PostScript HP Lasenet 4Si HP asenlet 45i Mx E Available ports COM1 COM2 COM1 COM2 Creates a file on disk Configure Port
5. Legend BacklightSaver P Enabled New Label Tum Off Backlight After 8 hours v a 3 14 Using the Infiniium DCA Hiding and Moving Dialog Boxes Hiding and Moving Dialog Boxes Sometimes dialog boxes may cover portions of a displayed signal and grati cule that you wish to see You can either move the dialog box or make it trans parent To move a dialog box e Touch the top of the dialog box and drag your finger across of display to move the dialog box to a more convenient location To make a dialog box transparent 1 Select Dialog Boxes from the Setup menu 2 Touch Opaque or Transparent Opaque Transparent Horizontal Units Time C Bits Reference Left Center 3 15 Using the Infiniium DCA Menus Menus The instrument menus provide access to all functions This section shows the layout of each menu For detailed information on each of these menus refer to the Help The File menu Maska IDEADA malizationt 3 16 Using the Infiniium DCA Menus The Control menu eee cae cae Opeiinisls Sianeli Smo utuscale Cpeinigisls Opeinigel Zoomin 3 17 Using the Infiniium DCA Menus The Setup menu Enamels Aane 3 18 Using the Infiniium DCA Menus The Measure menu The Calibrate menu 3 19 Using the Infiniium DCA Menus The Utilitie
6. 90 228 Jade Gray Mexico Philippines Taiwan 8120 1992 Straight Medical UL544 96 244 Black 8120 2104 Straight SEV1011 79 200 Mint Gray Switzerland 8120 2296 1959 24507 79 200 Mint Gray Type 12 90 8120 2956 Straight DHCK107 79 200 Mint Gray Denmark 8120 2957 90 79 200 Mint Gray 250V 8120 4211 Straight SABS164 79 200 Jade Gray Republic of South Africa 8120 4600 90 79 200 India 100V 8120 4753 Straight MITI 90 230 Dark Gray Japan 90 230 8120 4754 90 Part number shown for plug is the industry identifier for the plug only Number shown for cable is the Agilent Technologies part number for the complete cable including the plug Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 6 Turn on the line power Step 6 Turn on the line power Press the power switch at the lower left hand corner of the front panel After about one minute the Infinitum DCA will be ready to use The display will look similar to the following figure 05 Jun 2002 16 10 3 XE pie Control Setup Measure Calbrate Utilities Heip Eyo Mask Mode NOTE NOTE CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Interacting With the Display The detachable power cord is the instrument disconnecting device It disconnects the mains circuits from the mains power supply before other parts of the instrument The front panel switch is only a standby switch and is not a LINE switch disconnecti
7. What is the reflection tolerance Can the system take reflection degradation Is an instrument grade connector with a precision core alignment required Is repeatability tolerance for reflection and loss important Do your specifica 1 30 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Choosing the Right Connector tions take repeatability uncertainty into account e Will a connector degrade the return loss too much or will a fusion splice be re quired For example many DFB lasers cannot operate with reflections from connectors Often as much as 90 GB isolation is needed Connecting Body and Ferrule 2 5 mm Mechanical Retainer Fiber 125 um actual fiber s diameter is smaller than a human hair Alignment Key Figure 1 1 Basic components of a connector Over the last few years the FC PC style connector has emerged as the most popular connector for fiber optic applications While not the highest perform ing connector it represents a good compromise between performance reli ability and cost If properly maintained and cleaned this connector can withstand many repeated connections However many instrument specifications require tighter tolerances than most connectors including the FC PC style can deliver These instruments cannot tolerate connectors with the large non concentricities of the fiber common with ceramic style ferrules When tighter alignment is required Agilent Technologies instruments typically use a connector such a
8. Working in Comfort Mice and Other Input Devices 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 Typically the earlier a problem is diagnosed and treated the eas ier it is to resolve 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 relax
9. If the Display Goes Blank 3 14 Hiding and Moving Dialog Boxes 3 15 Menus 3 16 Using the Infinitum DCA Using the Infiniium DCA Introduction Introduction The Infinitum DCA is designed to measure a variety of high speed digital com munication waveforms You can operate it in any of the following three instru ment modes e Eye Mask Mode 100 Mb s to 10 Gb s for eye diagram analysis and standards testing for example SONET SDH Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber Channel e TDR TDT Mode for time domain reflectometry measurements e Oscilloscope Mode DC to 20 GHz or 50 GHz Oscilloscope TDR TDT Eye Mask mode mode mode 3 2 Using the Infiniium DCA Introduction Use the touch screen You can explore the instrument s menus and change its settings by touching the display Notice that the measurement toolbar changes depending on the selected instrument mode Touch the channel time and delay and trigger level buttons located at the bottom of the display to change the horizontal and vertical scales Or you can change these settings using front panel knobs and buttons Measurement Instrument Date and Touchscreen toolbar menus time displays disable button File Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help 27 Now 2001 16 08 Me Histogram aay paraa tan F mean 20602 aW median 125 000 aW Jitter RMSE ye T atd dew 216 03
10. 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 1 24 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 11 Avoid Costly Repairs and compromised measurements Before you connect any fiber optic cable to the Infinitum DCA refer to Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements on page 1 30 1 25 CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 12 Perform a Module Calibration Step 12 Perform a Module Calibration 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 Warm up time Allow the instrume
11. 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 Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements on page 1 30 Eile Using the Infiniium DCA Using the Touch Screen Using the Touch Screen There may be times when you would like to disable the touch screen feature For example when pointing out a measurement result without initiating a change to the instrument You can temporarily disable the touch screen for this purpose A touch screen configuration utility can be used to ensure that the touch screen is both aligned and orientated with the display It also allows you to adjust the touch screen speed to simulate a double click and to turn the touch screen sound on or off To temporarily disable the touch screen Touch the disable button which is located at the top of the display Touch the button a second time to reenable the touch screen Touchscreen disable button Control Setup Measure Calibrate Wiilities Help D Feb 2000 11 43 3 12 Using the Infiniium DCA Using the Quick Measure Feature Using the Quick Measure Feature Press Quick Measure and the Infinitum DCA automatically performs four measurements on a displayed signal You can configure Quick Measure to include any four measurements located on the measurement tool bar Quick Measure has a default set of
12. measurements for each instrument mode 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 To configure Quick Measure e On the Measure menu choose Quick Measure Config Quick Measure 3 13 Doe Using the Infiniium DCA If the Display Goes Blank If the Display Goes Blank The display automatically turns off if the Infinitum DCA is powered over an eight hour period without being used The purpose of this feature is to extend the life of the display You can adjust the amount of time that must elapse before the screen is turned off by the backlight saver utility for example 2 4 6 or 8 hours This feature is especially useful if you are using remote mea surements or leaving the instrument unattended for long periods of time Although not recommended you can disable this control so that the backlight is never turned off during inactivity To reactivate the display Touch the display screen Move the mouse if applicable Touch any button on the instrument front panel Turn any knob on the instrument front panel To configure the backlight saver On the Setup menu choose Display Touch Enabled to enable or disable the backlight control Gti 2 On Colors Intensity 30 Color Grade v aj Gray Scale
13. s Lightwave transmitter 1550 nm 83433A 10 Gb s Lightwave transmitter 83434A 10 Gb s Lightwave receiver 83440B C D Optical to Electrical Converters 6 20 34 GHz 83446A Lightwave clock and data receiver 83480A K16 Switch matrix 83480A K17 RIMM fixture N1020A 6 GHz TDR probe kit passive N1025A 1 GHz Active differential probe Table 1 4 Additional Adapters for Electrical Channels Adapter Agilent Part Number SMA f f 1250 1158 APC 3 5 f f 5061 5311 1 7 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Options and Accessories Table 1 5 Fiber Optic Adapters for Optical Channels Front Panel Fiber Optic Adapter Description Agilent Part Number fa i h E i h ih Diamond HMS 10 FC PC D4 SC DIN ST Biconic 81000Al 81000F1 81000GI 81000KI 810005 1 8 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 2 Install any Modules Step 2 Install any Modules Up to two modules can be inserted into the Infinitum DCA All documentation including specifications for plug in modules is located in the Infinitum DCA s Help system To access the Help touch or click Contents on the Help menu 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 screws on the module s front panel Slide module Tighten locking into place screws 1 9 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 3 Conside
14. screws Automatic Time Time Channel scaling scale offset select Amplitude scale Amplitude offs et Locking screws 3 10 CAUTION CAUTION Using the Infiniium DCA Using Plug in Modules You can use 8348x and 5475x series plug in modules In addition to a complete line of modules designed specifically for this instru ment modules designed for use with HP Agilent 83480A and 54750A main frames can also be installed into the Infinitum DCA 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 label for the desired trigger source is lit Electrical channel input circuits 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
15. 0 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 modate the weight of the instrument e Surround the equipment with approximately 7 cm 3 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 1 40 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Preparing the instrument for shipping 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 41 NOTE Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Hard Drive Recovery Hard Drive Recovery The Infinitum DCA hard drive recovery system offers a way to recover from situations when the instrument hard drive configuration becomes corrupt due to inadvertent user changes to the instrument or to a virus infection The Infinitum DCA hard disk recovery system consists one floppy disk one CD ROM and instructions The recovery process will re image the internal disk drive on the A
16. 000 4 3 1995 3 V m 80 1000 MHz IEC 61000 4 4 1995 EN 61000 4 4 1995 0 5 kV sig lines 1 kV pow lines IEC 61000 4 5 1995 EN 61000 4 5 1995 0 5 kV l l 1 kV l e IEC 61000 4 6 1996 EN 61000 4 6 1996 3V 80 AM power line IEC 61000 4 11 1994 EN 61000 4 11 1994 100 20 ms Supplementary Information The products herewith comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and carry the CE marking accordingly Santa Rosa CA USA 09 September 2002 fof Greg Pfeiffer Quality Engineering Manager For further information please contact your local Agilent Technologies sales office agent or distributor 5 4 Index Numerics 12 GHz trigger bandwidth 1 6 5475x series plug in modules 3 11 8348x series plug in modules 3 11 A accessories connecting 1 11 adapters APC 3 5 f f 1 7 SMA f f 1 7 Add Printer Wizard 1 18 Agilent Web site 1 29 Agilent offices 1 48 algorithms 4 7 amplitude offset 3 10 amplitude scale 3 10 Applications menu 3 18 Autoscale button 3 7 B blank screen 3 14 Book icon 4 6 built in information system 4 2 temporarily hiding 4 8 C calibration module 1 26 calibration certificate 1 6 care of fiber optics 1 24 3 11 CE mark 1 4 cleaning 1 3 adapters 1 38 fiber optic connections 1 30 1 37 non lensed connectors 1 37 clock signal 3 7 compressed dust remover 1 37 connecting accessories 1 11 printer
17. 1 12 connector care 1 30 Contents topic 4 2 contents topic 4 3 cotton swabs 1 37 CSA mark 1 4 D dialog box making transparent 3 15 moving 3 15 dialog boxes 4 6 dimensions 1 10 dust caps 1 37 E electrical channel input circuits 1 26 electrostatic discharge 1 26 Eye Mask Mode 3 2 3 7 F fiber optics care of 1 24 3 11 cleaning connections 1 30 connectors covering 1 40 fiber optic adapters 1 8 File menu 3 16 file sharing 1 23 foam swabs 1 37 front panel power switch 1 24 H hard drive recovery 1 42 help 4 2 help language selecting 4 10 help topic printing 4 9 I input connector 1 30 instrument checking the shipment 1 5 positioning 1 11 powering up 1 24 returning for service 1 39 Index 1 Index instrument modes 3 2 ISM1 A 1 4 isopropyl alcohol 1 37 K keyboard 1 6 1 11 L LAN 1 23 language version 4 10 line cords 1 13 line power requirements 1 15 M Measure menu 3 17 measurement channels 3 10 measurement results 4 7 measurement toolbar 3 3 measurement toolbars 3 7 3 8 3 9 menu bar 3 16 Minimize button 4 8 module calibration 1 26 module installing 3 10 modules installing 1 9 mouse 1 6 1 11 N network printers 1 23 network setup 1 23 noise declaration 5 2 O online help 4 2 Options menu 3 19 Oscilloscope Mode 3 2 3 8 P package contents 1 5 packaging for shipment 1 40 plug in modules 3
18. 10 positioning the instrument 1 11 power requirements 1 15 switch 1 24 power switch 1 15 Print Setup 1 18 printer connecting 1 12 printer driver 1 18 1 20 procedures step by step 4 4 Quick Measure button 3 13 R rack mount 1 6 recovery hard drive 1 42 Restore button 4 8 S Safety Class 1 Product 1 3 sales and service offices 1 43 service 1 39 sales and service offices 1 43 Setup amp Info button 4 7 shipment checking package content 1 5 shipping procedure 1 39 supported printers 1 18 1 20 swabs 1 37 synchronous clock signal 3 7 T TDR TDT Mode 3 2 3 9 time and date 1 17 time domain reflectometry 3 2 timing reference signal 3 4 touch calibration 1 22 touch screen 1 16 3 3 configuration 1 22 disabling 3 12 Touch Screen Config 1 22 trigger input signal 3 4 Trigger Source button 3 11 Index 2 U Utilities menu 1 22 WwW warm up time 1 26 Web site Agilent 1 29 weight 1 10 What s this icon 4 6 wire bail positioning 1 11 Index Index 3 Index Index 4
19. 3 aV hits 26 424 Hhits Crossing XIZI Eye commen fail ep B750 mi a io 85 9 i Risa timed Threshold peak 10 363 Mite atte 98 8 i atia inn Y Time 1 000 me divy Tigger Level 2400000 res Status Measurement Trigger delay message results button area f Channel Time delay configuration button buttons 3 3 Using the Infiniium DCA Introduction Refer to the Help System To learn how to use your Infinitum DCA and to locate information on specifica tions Gncluding plug in modules instrument features and measurement configuration refer to Chapter 4 Using the Built In Information System in this book 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 Infinitum DCA to synchonize to the input signal You can 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 amplitude of a signal amed 0 0 0 Trigger source Trigger input Optical and electrical button signal inputs 3 4 Using the Infiniium DCA Introduction Front panel features The following figure shows the input connectors controls power switch and ot
20. Emission Geraeuschemission LpA lt 70 dB Operator position Normal position per ISO 7779 LpA lt 70 dB am Arbeitsplatz normaler Betrieb nach DIN 45635 t 19 Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES 001 Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB du Canada 5 2 Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Mainframe Declaration of Conformity Mainframe Agilent DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to ISO IEC Guide 22 and CEN CENELEC EN 45014 Manufacturer s Name Agilent Technologies Inc Manufacturer s Address 1900 Garden of the Gods Road Colorado Springs Colorado 80907 U S A Declares that the product Product Name Digitizing Oscilloscope Model Number 86100B Product Options This declaration covers all options of the above product s Conforms with the following product standards EMC Standard Limit IEC 61326 1 1997 A1 1998 EN 61326 1 1997 A1 1998 CISPR 11 1990 EN 55011 1991 Group 1 Class A IEC 61000 4 2 1995 A1 1998 EN 61000 4 2 1995 4kV CD 8kV AD IEC 61000 4 3 1995 EN 61000 4 3 1995 3V m 80 1000 MHz IEC 61000 4 4 1995 EN 61000 4 4 1995 0 5kV signal lines 1kV power lines IEC 61000 4 6 1996 EN 61000 4 6 1996 3V 0 15 80 MHz Canada ICES 001 1998 Australia New Zealand AS NZS 2064 1 Safety IEC 61010 1 1990 A1 1992 A2 1995 EN 61010 1 1993 A2 1995 Canada CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 1992 Conformity Supplemental Informa
21. Quick TDR normalization rise time and fall time Quick TDR allows you to view an immediate display of the charac teristics of your device under test You can also use this toolbar to perform tasks such as setting up the stimu lus and destination for your measurement sou ea 7 File Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help TDR TDT Mode You can use markers to to verify the impedance volt age and percent of reflection 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 You can view the position of the marker values in the marker values tab located below the display graticule To learn more about the TDR TDT mode consult the Help 3 9 Using the Infiniium DCA Using Plug in Modules Using 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 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 To install a module e Slide the module into an available slot and finger tighten the two front panel locking
22. The laser radiation symbol This warning symbol is marked on products which have a laser output The AC symbol is used to indicate the required nature of the line mod ule input power The Standby symbol is used to mark the position of the instrument power line switch 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 trademark of the Australian Spectrum Management Agency This text denotes the instrument is an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product 1 4 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 1 Inspect the Shipment Step 1 Inspect the Shipment Quick Start Guide and Programmer s Guide Key board O Inspect the shipping container for damage O Inspect the instrument O Verify that you received the options and accessories you ordered 1 5 NOTE Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Options and Accessories Keep the shipping container and cushioning material until you have inspected the contents of the shipment for completeness and have checked the instrument mechanically and electrically If anything is missing or defective contact your nearest Agilent Technologies Sales Office Refer to Agilent Technologies Service Offices on page 1 43 If the shipment was damaged contact the carrier then contact the
23. asurements such as rise time fall time overshoot and Vp p All measure Amplitude Amplitude ments 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 perform an oscillo scope measurement If more than one source is turned on and you initiate a measurement the Enter Mea surement 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 dis play 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 3 8 Using the Infiniium DCA TDR TDT Mode TDR TDT Mode The TDR TDT mode allows you use time domain reflectometry TDR to verify the proper functioning of the physical components of your device under test using a time delayed electri cal pulse You can also use time domain transmission TDT to measure both the attenuation and propagation delay of your device under test TDR TDT mode measurements when AESi amsn a using a single ended or differential TDR TDT 5475x series plug in module When you select the TDR TDT mode the measure File Control ment toolbar shown here appears This measurement TDR TDT Made toolbar includes measurements such as
24. built in information system Contenis dex 65 Bie oes Mri ose You can configure this instrument on a LAN for file sharing and using network printers Setting the Network Properties Using Network Neighborhood Findin mi Mapping a Network Drive Disconnecting a Network Drive Sharing Infiniium s Drive If you make any changes to the network properties on the instrument after the network is set up for example the name of your workgroup a message may appear on the display and ask you if you want the instrument to restart Clicktouch the Yes button During the restart the instrument will display the Add New Hardware Wizard Do not follow the steps in the wizard Turn off the instrument and then turn it back on to implement the changes to the network properties 1 23 CAUTION CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 11 Avoid Costly Repairs Step 11 Avoid Costly Repairs 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
25. cohol to a clean lint free cotton swab or lens paper Cotton swabs can be used as long as no cotton fibers remain on the fiber end after cleaning Clean the ferrules and other parts of the connector while avoiding the end of the fiber 3 Apply isopropyl alcohol to a new clean lint free cotton swab or lens paper Clean the fiber end with the swab or lens paper Do not scrub during this initial cleaning because grit can be caught in the swab and become a gouging element Immediately dry the fiber end with a clean dry lint free cotton swab or lens paper Blow across the connector end face from a distance of 6 to 8 inches using 1 37 CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Cleaning Connectors filtered dry compressed air Aim the compressed air at a shallow angle to the fiber end face Nitrogen gas or compressed dust remover can also be used Do not shake tip or invert compressed air canisters because this releases particles in the can into the air Refer to instructions provided on the compressed air canister As soon as the connector is dry connect or cover it for later use If the performance after the initial cleaning seems poor try cleaning the con nector again Often a second cleaning will restore proper performance The second cleaning should be more arduous with a scrubbing action To clean an adapter The fiber optic input and output connectors on many Agilent Technologies instruments employ a uni
26. denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure which if not correctly per formed or adhered to could result in injury or loss of life Do not proceed beyond a warning sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met Contents Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 1 Inspect the Shipment 1 5 Step 2 Install any Modules 1 9 Step 3 Consider Environmental Specifications 1 10 Step 4 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Optional 1 11 Step 5 Connect the Line Cord 1 12 Step 6 Turn on the line power 1 15 Step 7 Set the time and date 1 17 Step 8 Connect a Printer 1 18 Step 9 Calibrate the Touch Screen 1 22 Step 10 Configure the Instrument on a LAN 1 23 Step 11 Avoid Costly Repairs 1 24 Step 12 Perform a Module Calibration 1 26 Step 13 For More Information 1 29 Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements 1 30 Returning the Instrument for Service 1 39 Hard Drive Recovery 1 42 Agilent Technologies Service Offices 1 43 Working in Comfort Using the Infinitum DCA Eye Mask Mode 3 7 Oscilloscope Mode 3 8 TDR TDT Mode 3 9 Using Plug in Modules 3 10 Using the Touch Screen 3 12 Using the Quick Measure Feature 3 13 If the Display Goes Blank 3 14 Hiding and Moving Dialog Boxes 3 15 Menus 3 16 Using the Built In Information System The Infinitum DCA Help Contents 4 3 Description of the Contents Topics 4 4 Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings 4 6 Learning About Measurements Re
27. e General Safety Considerations 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 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 2 WARNING WARNING WARNING CAUTION WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA General Safety Considerations 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 To prevent electrical shock disconnect the instrument 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 instrument Water can enter the front panel keyboard damaging sensitive electronic compone
28. e alcohol as a solvent gently removes any grit and oil If a caked on layer of material is still present this can happen if the beryllium copper sides of the ferrule retainer get scraped and deposited on the end of the fiber during insertion of the cable a second cleaning should be performed It is not uncommon for a cable or connector to require more than one cleaning Agilent Technologies strongly recommends that index matching compounds not 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 1 36 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Cleaning Connectors Table 1 10 Cleaning Accessories CAUTION Item Agilent Part Number Isopropyl alcohol 8500 5344 Cotton swabs 8520 0023 Small foam swabs 9300 1223 Compressed dust remover non residue 8500 5262 Table 1 11 Dust Caps Provided with Lightwave Instruments Item Agilent Part Number Laser shutter cap 08145 64521 FC PC dust cap 08154 44102 Biconic dust cap 08154 44105 DIN dust cap 5040 9364 HMS10 dust cap 5040 9361 ST dust cap 5040 9366 To clean a non lensed connector Do not use any type of foam swab to clean optical fiber ends Foam swabs can leave filmy deposits on fiber ends that can degrade performance Apply pure isopropyl al
29. e repaired under the terms of the warranty or contract the warranty is at the front of this manual 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 a 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 about the nature of the problem Include copies of additional failure information such as the instrument failure settings data related to instrument failure and error mes sages along with the original cal data disks and 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 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 1 39 CAUTION CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Preparing the instrument for shipping information should be returned with the instrument e Type of service required e Date instrument was returned for repair e Descri
30. ed 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 2 3 Working in Comfort Mice and Other Input Devices 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 it 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 2 4 Introduction 3 2 Oscilloscope Mode 3 8 Eye Mask Mode 3 7 TDR TDT Mode 3 9 Using Plug in Modules 3 10 Using the Touch Screen 3 12 Using the Quick Measure Feature 3 13
31. en you touch an ele ment on the display screen the instrument can detect the task you want to perform 1 On the Utilities menu choose Touch Screen Calibration The touch screen configuration utility opens Device 1 Touch the center of each cross as it appears Calibration will terminate if no touch is received within 10 seconds Press escape to abort the calibration process 2 Touch the center of the X The X will move to each corner of the display screen The final X will appear in the center of the display screen When the display is calibrated the touch screen configuration utility closes The calibration will time out within 10 seconds if you do not touch the center of the X You can also press Ese on an optional keyboard to exit the touch screen calibration 1 22 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 10 Configure the Instrument on a LAN Step 10 Configure the Instrument on a LAN You can configure this instrument on a LAN for file sharing and using network printers Contact your company s network administrator to set up your instru ment with the appropriate client protocol and configuration for your local area network LAN The network setup is different for every company If you plan on sharing your instrument hard disk drive with other computers on your LAN you should have the network administrator enable file sharing as part of the network setup For more information on setting up a network drive refer to the
32. gilent 86100B After the recovery process is complete the Infiniium DCA firmware is set to the latest revision as indicated on the recov ery disks Please be advised that all user files and the user network configuration settings will be lost during the recovery process To order a free hard drive recovery package visit http www agilent com comms dca 1 42 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Agilent Technologies Service Offices Agilent Technologies Service Offices Call Center For technical assistance you can contact your local Agilent Call Center In the Americas call 1 800 452 4844 In other regions visit http www agilent com and click Contact Us Service Center Before returning an instrument for service you must first call the Agilent Technologies Instrument Support Center In all regions call 800 403 0801 1 43 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Service Center 1 44 Working in Comfort What is RSI Working in Comfort 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 sue
33. h the instrument Keyboard NOTE Do not stack other objects on the keyboard this will cause self test failures on power on Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 5 Connect the Line Cord Step 5 Connect the Line Cord Connect the line cord as shown in the figure below o eme jy Ea ap 000 The Infinitum DCA automatically adjusts for line input voltages in the range of 100 to 240 VAC There is no manual selection switch The line cord provided is matched by Agilent to the country in which the order originates Refer to Table 1 8 Available Line Cords on page 1 18 for a list of available line power cords 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 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 5 Connect the Line Cord 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 Always use the three prong AC power cord supplied with this instrument Fai
34. he steps below Connect a printer and a mouse pointing device to the Infinitum DCA Place the pointer over the topic and click the right mouse button Then click Print Topic INgyer General Spe Attenuation The process of reducing the amplitude of a waveform without introducing significant distortion For example the input waveform ta Copy a standard 10 1 probe will be reduced 20 dB ea Ee 7 l Overview 4 9 Using the Built In Information System Selecting the Help Language Selecting the Help Language Help is available in more than one language On the Help menu touch Select Help Language and then touch the language you want to view Please ensure that the Help file is closed before changing the language selection You can only view one version of help at a time Help 28 Nov 2001 15 12 A Contents About 861004 Means Chinese Japanese Help Version Refer to the English version of help to view the most current information about instru ment features and specifications 4 10 Regulatory Information Regulatory Information Compliance with German Noise Requirements Compliance with German Noise Requirements This is to declare that this instrument is in conformance with the German Reg ulation on Noise Declaration for Machines Laermangabe nach der Maschinen laermrerordnung 3 GSGV Deutschland Notice for Germany Noise Declaration Acoustic Noise
35. her front panel features available on the Infinitum DCA Horizontal Default Autoscale Scale Setup Button Control Button Horizontal Operating Mode Acquisition Position Floppy Disk Select Buttons Controls Control Drive Calibration Output Local Remote Select Button Channel Select Buttons Vertical Scale Controls Offset Controls Optical Electrical Inputs AC Marker Trigger Quick Probe Power Power Controls Controls Measure Output for Button Active Probe 3 5 Using the Infiniium DCA Introduction Rear panel features The following figure shows the rear panel input connections available on the Infinitum DCA Trigger Gate Serial Input Mouse Port LAN GPIB 15V 100ma Source for external Parallel components Keyboard Display anote_rear 3 6 Using the Infiniium DCA Eye Mask Mode Eye Mask Mode The Eye Mask mode allows you to per Pance eu ae a a form NRZ Non Return to Zero or RZ mm Return to Zero eye diagram measure ments and eye mask tests The eye dia gram is typically produced by triggering the instrument with a synchronous clock signal Eye Mask mode measurements only work when an eye diagram and not a EAT pulse is present on the screen Mea E BR RE TE surements made on a pulse waveform while in Eye Mask mode will fail Once you are in Eye Mask mode press the Autoscale button This ensures that an optimum eye diagram is d
36. ide signal source will interfere with the calibration factors and decrease the accuracy of the calibration Module Calibration Disconnect everything from the right module Cancel Touch Continue A progress indicator appears Do not remove module Cancel Calibration Progress After the calibration completes choose All Calibrations on the Calibration menu The Module tab shows the status of the calibration The tab will look similar to the following figure Notice that the tab indicates that the Current user 1 27 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 12 Perform a Module Calibration module calibration is valid All Calibrations Toia Ue o Ls 1 28 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 13 For More Information Step 13 For More Information There are several ways to learn more about your Infinitum DCA e Continue reading this book Chapter 3 Using the Infinitum DCA will help you get started using this instrument e Refer to the Help The Help contains the information that would normally be in the user s guide e Visit our website at http www agilent com Use the keywords Infinitum DCA or 86100B in your search 1 29 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements Today advances in measurement capabilities make connectors and connec tion techniques more important
37. ile management using your network and printing h Managing Files and Networks This topic contains descriptions of all instrument main frame specifications Instrument Specifications Glossary This topic provides a list of terms and their definitions This topic provides technical support information A Technical Support This topic contains the links to both new and enhanced wewF eat features in this version of the Infinitum DCA software eatures New Features 4 5 Using the Built In Information System Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings Help is available directly from dialog boxes in the graphical user interface e To see overview information in an open dialog box touch the Book icon A top ic window opens and describes the dialog box and its controls e To get information on a specific item in the dialog box touch the What s this 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 Book icon What s this icon Set Time and Date Close id Show Time and Date on Screen Click touch this box to turn the time and date display on or off When this box is checked the current time and date is displayed at the upper right hand corner of the display screen By default the time and date are displayed Set Time amp Date Now
38. index matching gel or oil must be used apply it to a freshly cleaned connector make the measurement and then immediately clean it off Never use a gel for longer term connections and never use it to improve a damaged connector The gel can mask the extent of damage and continued use of a damaged fiber can transfer damage to the instrument 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 excessive return loss Many measurements are actually 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
39. infinitum DCA Agilent 86100B Wide Bandwidth Oscilloscope Getting Started ake Agilent Technologies Notices Agilent Technologies Inc 2000 2002 No part of this manual may be repro duced in any form or by any means including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into a foreign lan guage without prior agreement and writ ten consent from Agilent Technologies Inc as governed by United States and international copyright lays Manual Part Number 86100 90054 Edition First edition October 2002 Printed in USA Agilent Technologies Inc Lightwave Division 3910 Brickway Boulevard Santa Rosa CA 95403 USA Warranty The material contained in this document is provided as is and is subject to being changed without notice in future edi tions Further to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law Agilent dis claims all warranties either express or implied with regard to this manual and any information contained herein includ ing but not limited to the implied warran ies of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Agilent shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or conse quential damages in connection with the furnishing use or performance of this document or of any information con ained herein Should Agilent and the user have a separate written agreement with warranty terms covering the mate rial in this document that conflict with hese terms the warra
40. isplayed on the graticule An optimum eye diagram consists of a full display of the eye in addition to portions of the wave form preceding and following the eye When you select the Eye Mask mode the a nm Sieja Moden measurement toolbars shown here appear NRZ Eye Meas NRZEye Meas f These measurement toolbars include mea _ Mask Test Z surements 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 A maxi mum of four eye measurement test results are displayed and include any failures or instrument messages that may occur To learn more about the Eye Mask mode and switching from NRZ to RZ measurement mode consult the Help Using the Infiniium DCA Oscilloscope Mode Oscilloscope Mode Use the Oscilloscope mode for pulse Be cowe Seup Measure cawe unes Hep amami 5 type waveforms that are triggered by an external signal Oscilloscope mode measurements only work when a single valued waveform and not an eye dia gram is present on the screen ajoa 158 wivi gEcale 10 0 mAn Scale SO uvv q Scale 10 0 mvv Tine 109 nsAiv Tigger Level wset279 Taw Dotsetooy ow fetony Delay 24 0000ns OSV When you select the Oscilloscope mode the measurement toolbars shown File Control File Control oe here appear These measurement toolbars on z Time G Time j include me
41. lass may show scratches and wear if the glass has maintained its polished smoothness the connector can still provide a good low level return loss con nection If you test your cables and accessories for insertion loss and return loss upon receipt and retain the measured data for comparison you will be able to tell in the future if any degradation has occurred Typical values are less than 0 5 dB of loss and sometimes as little as 0 1 dB of loss with high performance con nectors Return loss is a measure of reflection the less reflection the better the larger the return loss the smaller the reflection The best physically contacting connectors have return losses better than 50 dB although 30 to 40 dB is more common Visual inspection of fiber ends Visual inspection of fiber ends can be helpful Contamination or imperfections on the cable end face can be detected as well as cracks or chips in the fiber itself Use a microscope 100X to 200X magnification to inspect the entire end face for contamination raised metal or dents in the metal as well as any other imperfections Inspect the fiber for cracks and chips Visible imperfec tions not touching the fiber core may not affect performance unless the imperfections keep the fibers from contacting Cleaning Connectors The procedures in this section provide the proper steps for cleaning fiber optic cables and Agilent Technologies universal adapters The initial cleaning using th
42. lure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using this cord may cause instrument damage Do not connect ac power until you have verified the line voltage is correct as described in Table 1 7 Damage to the equipment could result This instrument has autoranging line voltage input Be sure the supply voltage is within the specified range Table 1 7 Line Power Requirements Power 115 VAC 110 VA MAX 60 WATTS MAX 1 1 A MAX 230 VAC 150 VA MAX 70 WATTS MAX 0 6 A MAX Voltage nominal 115 VAC 230 VAC CAT II range 115 VAC 90 132 V range 230 VAC 198 254 V Frequency nominals 50 Hz 60 Hz range 47 63 Hz Table 1 8 Available Line Cords Plug Type Cable Part No Plug Description penis Color Country 250V 8120 1351 Straight BS1363A 90 228 Gray United Kingdom Cyprus 8120 1703 90 90 228 Mint Gray Sis eae 250V 8120 1369 Straight NZSS198 ASC 79 200 Gray Australia New Zealand 90 IQ 8120 0696 87 221 Mint Gray Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 5 Connect the Line Cord Table 1 8 Available Line Cords Length Plug Type Cable Part No Plug Description in cm Color Country 250V 8120 1689 Straight CEE7 Y11 79 200 Mint Gray East and West Europe 8120 1692 90 79 200 Mint Gray Saudi Arabia So Africa India unpolarized in many 8120 2857p Straight Shielded 79 200 Coco Brown nations 8120 1378 Straight NEMA5 15P 90 228 Jade Gray United States Canada 8120 1521 90
43. nearest Agi lent 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 Options and Accessories The following table lists the accessories that may be on the Infinitum DCA shipping list The information on your actual shipping list is more accurate and should supersede the information in this table Table 1 1 Standard Accessories Accessory Part Number Keyboard 1150 7809 Mouse C3751 60201 Getting Started this book 86100 90050 Programmer s Guide 86100 90049 Filler panel 86101 60005 APC 3 5 f f Adapter connector saver 5061 5311 The following table lists the available product options Make sure that you received all of the options that you ordered Table 1 2 Instrument Options Option Description 001 12 GHz Trigger Bandwidth AX4 Rack mount flange kit AXE Rack mount flange kit with handles UK6 Commercial calibration certificate with test data 1 6 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Options and Accessories Table 1 3 Optional Accessories Accessory Description 10086A ECL terminator 11667B Power splitter de to 26 5 GHz APC 3 5 mm 11667C Power splitter de to 50 GHz 2 4 mm 11898A Plug in module remote extender 11982A High speed lightwave receiver 54006A 6 GHz Resistive divider probe kit 54008B 24 ns delay line 54701A 2 5 GHz active probe 83430A 2 5 Gb
44. nfinitum DCA In addition to the 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 help ful in locating a topic of interest Infiniium DCA Help Contents Revision 4 03 03 Connector Managing Files Specifications Glossary Technical Care and Networks Support 880008800808 fac fea cafes fea fafa feta Index Please click a letter 4 3 Using the Built In Information System Description of the Contents Topics Description of the Contents Topics The following list describes the information you can find in each of the con tents topics I EF Getting Started j Using the Instrument Setup Guide x Messages and Errors Lig Modules and Specifications This topic contains links to useful information you may want to read first This topic contains links to utilizing the instrument functionality This topic provides step by step procedures for many configuration and measurement tasks This topic contains information about the status of the instrument or an action that has been performed This topic contains descriptions and specifications of plug in modules used with the Infinitum DCA 4 4 Using the Built In Information System Description of the Contents Topics This topic provides information about optical and elec Fa trical connector care Connector Care This topic provides information about f
45. ng device Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable and is easily reached by the operator Interacting With the Display Although you can operate all instrument functions using a keyboard and mouse the touch screen feature makes your Infinitum DCA even easier to use You can explore the instrument s functions and settings by touching elements on the display such as menus buttons and other controls with your finger or the supplied stylus Although this book uses the term touch to encourage you to experience using the touch screen you can always click using a mouse or PC compatible pointing device instead The display will always function as a touch screen even when a mouse and keyboard are connected Avoid touching the screen with a sharp object as this could result in damage to the display Use your finger or the supplied stylus Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 7 Set the time and date Step 7 Set the time and date 1 Touch the current time and date shown near the top of the display The Set Time and Date dialog box opens Eile Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help Time and date display 04 Feb 2000 11 43 a 2 Enter the current time and date in one of the following ways e Click the time and date text boxes and enter the desired number e Click the up or down arrows next to the time and date text boxes until the desired number is displa
46. ng and wear While minor wear is not a problem if the 1 32 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Inspecting Connectors glass face is not affected scratches or grit can cause the glass fiber to move out of alignment Also if unkeyed connectors are used the nickel silver can be pushed onto the glass surface Scratches fiber movement or glass contamina tion will cause loss of signal and increased reflections resulting in poor return loss Inspecting Connectors Because fiber optic connectors are susceptible to damage that is not immedi ately obvious to the naked eye bad measurements can be made without the user even being aware of a connector problem Although microscopic exami nation and return loss measurements are the best way to ensure good connec tions they are not always practical An awareness of potential problems along with good cleaning practices can ensure that optimum connector perfor mance is maintained With glass to glass interfaces it is clear that any degra dation of a ferrule or the end of the fiber any stray particles or finger oil can have a significant effect on connector performance Figure 1 4 shows the end of a clean fiber optic cable The dark circle in the center of the micrograph is the fiber s 125 um core and cladding which carries the light The surrounding area is the soft nickel silver ferrule Figure 1 5 shows a dirty fiber end from neglect or perhaps improper cleaning Material is smeared and gr
47. nt 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 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 1 26 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 12 Perform a Module Calibration To perform a module calibration On the Calibrate menu choose All Calibrations The All Calibrations dialog box opens This dialog box allows you to view the calibration status of modules and initiate the calibration Touch the Modules tab The Modules tab opens and allows you to perform a module calibration on either the left or right module Touch the Calibrate Module button located at the bottom of area the tab for the module you need to calibrate This starts the ae Module calibration Remove all external devices and signals from the module The module calibration uses known signal levels in the instrument Introduc ing an outs
48. nts 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 instrument is likely to make the instrument 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 operating 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 III Line voltage behind wall outlet to next level of distribution 1 3 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Instrument Markings Instrument Markings A ISM1 A The instruction manual symbol The product is marked with this warn ing symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instructions in the manual
49. nty terms 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 terms of such license Restricted Rights Legend If software is for use in the performance of a U S Government prime contract or subcontract Software is delivered and licensed as Commercial computer soft ware as defined in DFAR 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted computer software as defined in FAR 52 227 19 June 1987 or any equivalent agency regulation or contract 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 Government will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 19 c 1 2 June 1987 U S Gov ernment 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 appli cable in any technical data Safety Notices CAUTION Caution denotes a hazard It calls attention to a procedure which if not correctly per formed or adhered to could result in damage to or destruction of the product Do not proceed beyond a caution sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met WARNING Warning
50. ound into the end of the fiber causing light scattering and poor reflection Not only is the precision polish lost but this action can grind off the glass face and destroy the connector Figure 1 6 shows physical damage to the glass fiber end caused by either repeated connections made without removing loose particles or using improper cleaning tools When severe the damage on one connector end can be transferred to another good connector that comes in contact with it The cure for these problems is disciplined connector care as described in the following list and in Cleaning Connectors on page 1 36 Use the following guidelines to achieve the best possible performance when making measurements on a fiber optic system e Never use metal or sharp objects to clean a connector and never scrape the connector e Avoid matching gel and oils 1 33 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Inspecting Connectors r s Figure 1 4 Clean problem free fiber end and ferrule Figure 1 6 Damage from improper cleaning While these often work well on first insertion they are great dirt magnets The oil or gel grabs and holds grit that is then ground into the end of the fiber Also some early gels were designed for use with the FC non contacting con 1 34 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Inspecting Connectors nectors using small glass spheres When used with contacting connectors these glass balls can scratch and pit the fiber If an
51. ption of the problem e Whether problem is constant or intermittent e Whether instrument is temperature sensitive e Whether instrument is vibration sensitive e Instrument settings required to reproduce the problem e Performance data Company name and return address Name and phone number of technical contact person Model number of returned instrument Full serial number of returned instrument List of any accessories returned with instrument 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 in the original shipping containers 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 85
52. r Environmental Specifications Step 3 Consider Environmental Specifications Review the following specifications to ensure that your operating or storage environment is suitable for the instrument Table 1 6 Environmental Specifications Use Temperature Operating Non operating Humidity Operating Non operating Altitude Operating Non operating Vibration Operating Non operating Power requirements Voltage Power including modules Weight Mainframe Modules Dimensions Height Width Depth Depth with front connectors and rear feet indoor 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F Up to 90 humidity non condensing at 40 C 104 F Up to 95 relative humidity at 65 C 149 F Up to 4 600 meters 15 000 ft Up to 15 300 meters 50 000 ft Random vibration 5 500 Hz 10 minutes per axis 2 41 g rms Random vibration 5 500 Hz 10 minutes per axis 0 3 g rms Resonant search 5 500Hz swept sine 1 octave minute sweep rate 0 75g 5 minute resonant dwell at 4 resonances per axis 90 to 132 or 198 to 264 Vac 48 66 Hz CAT Il 545 VA 375 W 15 5 kg 34 Ib 1 2 kg 2 6 Ib 215 1 mm 8 47 in 425 5 mm 16 75 in 566 mm 22 2 in 629 mm 24 8 in Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 4 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Optional Step 4 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Optional Connect the standard PC compatible mouse and keyboard that is supplied wit
53. s 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 About Repetitive Strain Injury Because your comfort and safety are our primary concern we strongly recom mend that you use the infiniium 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 forearms 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 2 2 What causes RSI What if I experience discomfort
54. s menu The Help menu PN Ae eR eae AEA 3 20 The Infinitum DCA Help Contents 4 3 Description of the Contents Topics 4 4 Getting Help While Changing Instrument Settings 4 6 Learning About Measurements Results 4 7 Hiding the Help 4 8 Printing the Contents ofa Topic 4 9 Selecting the Help Language 4 10 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 touch Contents on the Help menu This will open the contents topic that is shown in the figure on the following page In this chapter you ll learn features that are unique to the Infiniium DCA s Help system as well as tips that will make the system more useful to you Exploring the Help should be familiar to you because it is similar to other Win dows applications You can of course use the touch screen or the mouse to explore the Help File Control Setup Measure Calibrate Utilities Help 10 Jul 2001 0920 mi Contents About 861004 Select Help Language 4 2 Using the Built In Information System The Infiniium DCA Help Contents The Infinitum DCA Help Contents The following figure shows the 86100B Help contents This is the starting point for learning how to use your I
55. s the Diamond HMS 10 which has concentric tolerances within a few tenths of a micron Agi lent Technologies then uses a special universal adapter which allows other cable types to mate with this precision connector See Figure 1 2 1 31 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Choosing the Right Connector 1 aw A Figure 1 2 Universal adapters to Diamond HMS 10 The HMS 10 encases the fiber within a soft nickel silver Cu Ni Zn center which is surrounded by a tough tungsten carbide casing as shown in Figure 1 3 Staking Groove Fixing oper Secondary Staking Active Centering Tungsten Carbide Nickel Silver CuNi Zr Hard Case Soft center m 126 um Fiber Centered to about O02 microns Figure 1 3 Cross section of the Diamond HMS 10 connector The nickel silver allows an active centering process that permits the glass fiber to be moved to the desired position This process first stakes the soft nickel silver to fix the fiber in a near center location then uses a post active staking to shift the fiber into the desired position within 0 2 um This process plus the keyed axis allows very precise core to core alignments This connector is found on most Agilent Technologies lightwave instruments The soft core while allowing precise centering is also the chief liability of the connector The soft material is easily damaged Care must be taken to mini mize excessive scratchi
56. 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 All connectors should be treated like the high quality lens of a good camera The weak link in instrument and system reliability is often the inappropriate use and care of the connector Because current connectors are so easy to use there tends to be reduced vigilance in connector care and cleaning It takes only one missed cleaning for a piece of grit to permanently damage the glass and ruin the connector Measuring insertion loss and return loss Consistent measurements with your lightwave equipment are a good indica tion that you have good connections Since return loss and insertion loss are key factors in determining optical connector performance they can be used to determine connector degradation A smooth polished fiber end should pro 1 35 CAUTION Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Cleaning Connectors duce a good return loss measurement The quality of the polish establishes the difference between the PC physical contact and the Super PC con nectors Most connectors today are physical contact which make glass to glass connections therefore it is critical that the area around the glass core be clean and free of scratches Although the major area of a connector excluding the g
57. sults 4 7 Contents 1 Contents Hiding the Help 4 8 Printing the Contents of a Topic 4 9 Selecting the Help Language 4 10 Regulatory Information Compliance with German Noise Requirements 5 2 Compliance with Canadian EMC Requirements 5 2 Declaration of Conformity Mainframe 5 3 Declaration of Conformity Plug in Modules 5 4 Contents 2 Step 1 Inspect the Shipment 1 5 Step 2 Install any Modules 1 9 Step 3 Consider Environmental Specifications 1 10 Step 4 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Optional 1 11 Step 5 Connect the Line Cord 1 12 Step 6 Turn on the line power 1 15 Step 7 Set the time and date 1 17 Step 8 Connect a Printer 1 18 Step 9 Calibrate the Touch Screen 1 22 Step 10 Configure the Instrument ona LAN 1 23 Step 11 Avoid Costly Repairs 1 24 Step 12 Perform a Module Calibration 1 26 Step 13 For More Information 1 29 Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements 1 30 Returning the Instrument for Service 1 39 Hard Drive Recovery 1 42 Agilent Technologies Service Offices 1 43 Setting Up the Infinitum DCA Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Setting Up the Infinitum DCA This chapter shows you how to properly set up your Infinitum DCA Follow the setup steps in the order presented In addition you will learn how to use proper optical connection cleaning techniques to avoid costly repairs Lastly this chapter explains how to return your instrument for servic
58. than ever Damage to the connectors on cali bration and verification devices test ports cables and other devices can degrade measurement accuracy and damage instruments Replacing a dam aged connector can cost thousands of dollars not to mention lost time This expense can be avoided by observing the simple precautions presented in this book This book also contains a brief list of tips for caring for electrical connec tors Choosing the Right Connector A critical but often overlooked factor in making a good lightwave measure ment is the selection of the fiber optic connector The differences in connec tor types are mainly in the mechanical assembly that holds the ferrule in position against another identical ferrule Connectors also vary in the polish curve and concentricity of the core within the cladding Mating one style of cable to another requires an adapter Agilent Technologies offers adapters for most instruments to allow testing with many different cables Figure 1 1 on page 1 31 shows the basic components of a typical connectors The system tolerance for reflection and insertion loss must be known when selecting a connector from the wide variety of currently available connectors Some items to consider when selecting a connector are How much insertion loss can be allowed Will the connector need to make multiple connections Some connectors are better than others and some are very poor for making repeated connections
59. tion The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC including 93 68 EEC and carries the CE Marking accordingly European Union a The product was tested in a typical configuration with Agilent Technologies test systems ald Ken Wyatt Product Regulations Manager Date 10 18 2001 Name For further information please contact your local Agilent Technologies sales office agent or distributor 5 3 Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Plug in Modules Declaration of Conformity Plug in Modules DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to ISO IEC Guide 22 and CEN CENELEC EN 45014 Manufacturer s Name Agilent Technologies Inc Manufacturer s Address 1400 Fountaingrove Parkway Santa Rosa CA 95403 1799 USA Declares that the products Product Name Infiniium DCA Agilent 86100 series plug in modules Model Number 86101A 86102A 86102U 86103A 86103B 86105A 86105B 86106A 86106B 86107A 86109A 86109B 86111A 86111U 86112A 86113A 86115B 86116A 86116B 86117A 86117B 86118A Product Options This declaration covers all options of the above products Is in conformity with Safety IEC 61010 1 1990 A1 1992 A2 1995 EN 61010 1 1994 A2 1995 CAN CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 92 EMC CISPR 11 1990 EN 55011 1991 Group 1 Class A IEC 61000 4 2 1995 A1 1998 EN 61000 4 2 1995 4 kV CD 8 kV AD IEC 61000 4 3 1995 EN 61
60. versal adapter such as those shown in the following picture These adapters allow you to connect the instrument to different types of fiber optic cables Figure 1 7 Universal adapters Apply isopropyl alcohol to a clean foam swab Cotton swabs can be used as long as no cotton fibers remain after cleaning The foam swabs listed in this section s introduction are small enough to fit into adapters Although foam swabs can leave filmy deposits these deposits are very thin and the risk of other contamination buildup on the inside of adapters greatly out weighs the risk of contamination by foam swabs Clean the adapter with the foam swab 3 Dry the inside of the adapter with a clean dry foam swab Blow through the adapter using filtered dry compressed air Nitrogen gas or compressed dust remover can also be used Do not shake tip or invert compressed air canisters because this releases particles in the can into the air Refer to instructions provided on the compressed air canister 1 38 Setting Up the Infiniium DCA 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 a Agilent Technologies service office For a list of offices refer to Agilent Technologies Service Offices on page 1 43 If the instrument is still under warranty or is covered by an Agilent mainte nance contract it will b
61. yed Z Show Time and Date on Screen plime m Date Month 2 v aj P Year Pe jaj Set Time amp Date Now Touch to save settings 3 Touch Set Time amp Date Now to apply the changes and close the dialog box Setting Up the Infiniium DCA Step 8 Connect a Printer Step 8 Connect a Printer Use of a printer with the Infinitum DCA is optional Table 1 9 lists the PCL lan guage printers that are currently supported for use with the instrument To add a local printer you must use the Add Printer Wizard to select the printer driver for the printer as outlined in this procedure the Add Printer Wizard does not run automatically For more information on connecting and using a printer refer to the built in information system To add a network printer con tact your network administrator Unsupported printers If your printer is not in the list of supported printers you will need the printer driver disk that came with your printer To install the printer driver from this disk click Have Disk on the Add Printer Wizard dialog box The instrument will then prompt you to put your printer driver disk into the front panel disk drive drive A or rear panel CD Rom drive Be sure to install the Windows 98 printer driver for your printer If a printer driver disk was not provided or you cannot find the disk you can contact the printer s manufacturer to obtain the appropriate Windows 98 printer driver

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