Document Outline

• Introducing the N8201A Performance Downconverter
• Contents
• Software Installation
  • Installing Software and Instrument Drivers
    • Step 1. Install Microsoft .NET Version 1.1
    • Step 2. Install the Agilent I/O Libraries
    • Step 3. Install the IVI Shared Components
    • Step 4. Install the Agilent Synthetic Instrument Finder
    • Step 5. Install the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI
    • Step 6. Install the IVI-COM Drivers
    • Step 7. Install the Agilent N8201A Performance Downconverter User Interface
  • Installing Optional Software and Instrument Drivers
    • (Optional) Step 8. Install the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI
    • (Optional) Step 9. Install the Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM)
    • (Optional) Step 10. Install the Apache HTTP Server
    • (Optional) Step 11. Install the SA Remote Web Server
• Hardware Setup and Configuration
  • Step 1. Unpack the N8201A Performance Downconverter
    • Verify the Shipment
    • (Optional) Prepare the Instrument for Rack Mounting
  • Step 2. Connect LAN Cables and Turn On Power
    • (Optional) Connect to a LAN with a Cross-Over LAN Cable
  • Step 3. Verify Connection with Synthetic Instrument Finder
  • (Optional) Step 4. Connect to the Agilent N8201A Option H02 Spectrum Analyzer GUI
  • (Optional) Step 5. Connect to an SA Remote Web Server
  • (Optional) Step 6. Verify Operation < 3 GHz
    • Performing a Self-Test
  • (Optional) Step 7. Verify Operation > 3 GHz
    • Performing a Self-Test
  • Troubleshooting
    • Alternative Ways to Verify Connectivity to the PC
    • How to Use the Synthetic Instrument Finder
    • How to Reset the LAN Configuration
    • How to Set a Static IP Address
    • How to Troubleshoot Connectivity Problems on the Network
    • How to Determine a PCs Configuration Settings
    • If the Instrument was Unable to Join the LAN
    • If the LAN LED is Red
    • If the Instrument’s IP Address or Hostname Cannot be Found with Ping
    • If the Instrument is Not Found by the Synthetic Instrument Finder
    • If the Instrument’s Hostname and PC Cannot Communicate
    • If the Instrument Web Page is Not Visible
    • If the Software Driver Will Not Open the Connection
• Using the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI
  • Starting the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI
    • Left Pane
    • Right Pane
  • Features of the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI
    • File Menu
    • Help
    • Left Pane
    • Right Pane
  • Settings on the Agilent Synthetic Instrument GUI
    • Frequency
    • Frequency List
    • Level
    • Input RF
    • IF Output
    • Reference Oscillator
    • Preselector (Option 123)
    • External Mixer
    • Calibration
    • Events (Settling Events and Event Logging)
    • Event Logging
    • Preset
    • Refresh All Values
• Front and Rear Panel Features
  • N8201A Performance Downconverter Front Panel Features
    • RF INPUT
    • Power
    • Line Power LED
    • LAN LED
    • 1588 LED
    • COHERENT CARRIERS
    • EXT MIXER
    • IF OUTPUTS
    • TRIGGERS
    • REFERENCES
    • IF LOG VIDEO (Option V7L)
    • NOISE SOURCE +28 V (PULSED) (Option 219)
    • VGA OUT
  • N8201A Performance Downconverter Rear Panel Features
    • AC Power Receptacle
    • LAN
    • LXI Trigger Bus
  • Interconnect Cabling
  • Operational Considerations
    • Agilent 89601A Vector Signal Analysis Software
    • Configuring the Local Area Network (LAN) Interface
• Preventive Maintenance
  • Using, Inspecting, and Cleaning RF Connectors
    • Repeatability
    • RF Cable and Connector Care
    • Proper Connector Torque
    • Connector Wear and Damage
    • SMA Connector Precautions
    • Cleaning Procedure
  • General Procedures and Techniques
    • Connector Removal
  • Instrument Removal
    • Standard instrument
    • Half-Rack-Width Instrument
    • Bench Top Instrument
  • Instrument Installation
    • Standard rack instrument
    • Half-Rack-Width Instrument
    • Bench Top Instrument
• Service, Support, and Safety Information
  • Safety and Regulatory Information
    • EMC
    • Safety
    • Safety Summary
    • Equipment Installation
    • Environmental Conditions
    • Before Applying Power
    • Magnetic Susceptibility
    • Vibration
    • Ground the Instrument or System
    • Fuses and Circuit Breakers
    • Maintenance
    • Safety symbols and Instrument Markings
  • Service and Support
    • Agilent on the Web
    • Return Procedure
    • Shipping the Instrument
• Glossary