Aeroflex 3010 Series Manuel utilisateur
3010 Series RF Synthesizer
PXI Module
Operating Manual
Document no. 46892/637
Issue 7
12 February 2008
PREFACE
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About this manual
This manual applies to instruments with software issues of 2.0 and higher.
It explains how to set up and configure an Aeroflex 3010 Series RF Synthesizer PXI module.
Where necessary, it refers you to the appropriate installation documents that are supplied with
the module.
This manual provides information about how to configure the module as a stand-alone device.
However, one of the advantages of Aeroflex 3000 Series PXI modules is their ability to form
versatile test instruments, when used with other such modules and running 3000 Series
application software.
Getting Started with afSigGen and Getting Started with afDigitizer (supplied on the CD-ROM
that accompanies each module (see Associated documentation)) explain how to set up and
configure a 3010 Series RF synthesizer with a 3020 Series RF signal generator module or a
3030 Series RF digitizer module. Using the soft front panels and/or dll or COM object
supplied, the modules form instruments that provide the functionality and performance of
integrated, highly-specified signal generators or digitizers, but with the adaptability to satisfy
a diverse range of test or measurement requirements.
© Aeroflex International Ltd. 2007
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form
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or recorded by any information storage or retrieval system,
without permission in writing by Aeroflex International Ltd.
(hereafter referred to throughout the document as ‘Aeroflex’).
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Intended audience
Users who need to synthesize signals in the range 1.5 GHz to 3.0 GHz.
This manual is intended for first-time users, to provide familiarity with basic operation.
Programming is not covered in this document but is documented fully in the help files that
accompany the drivers and associated software on the CD-ROM.
Driver version
This PXI RF module is designed to be used with the latest software driver version supplied on
the Aeroflex 3000 Series PXI Modules CD-ROM part no. 46886/028. Operation with earlier
versions of driver software may not be supported.
Structure
Chapter 1 General information
Chapter 2 Installation
Chapter 3 Operation
Chapter 4 Brief technical description
Chapter 5 Acceptance testing
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Associated documentation
The following documentation covers specific aspects of this equipment:
PXI Modules CD-ROM Part no.
46886/028 Compilation containing soft front panels, drivers,
application software, data sheets and operating
manuals for this and other modules in the
3000 Series.
3000 Series PXI
Modules Common
Installation Guide
Part no.
46882/663 Detailed information on installing modules into a
chassis, external connections, powering up and
installing drivers. Multilingual safety precautions.
3000 Series PXI
Modules Installation
Guide for Chassis
Part no.
46882/667 Explains how to set up a populated chassis ready
for use.
PXI Studio User Guide Part no:
46892/809 Setting up and using the universal PXI application
for system configuration and operation.
Getting Started with
afSigGen Part no.
46892/678 Setting up and using the signal generator
application for 3010 Series and 3020 Series
modules.
Getting Started with
afDigitizer Part no.
46892/676 Setting up and using the RF digitizer application for
3010 Series and 3030 Series modules.
Preface
Patent protection
The 3010 Series RF Synthesizer PXI module is protected by the following patents:
GB 2294599
US 5781600
4609881
EP 0125790
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The PXI concept
VXI and GPIB systems meet the specific needs of instrumentation users but are often too
large and expensive for mainstream applications. PC-based instrumentation may cost less but
cannot meet the environmental and operational requirements of many systems.
PXI (PCI Extensions for Instrumentation) is based on CompactPCI, itself based on the PCI
standard. PCI was designed for desktop machines but CompactPCI was designed for
industrial applications, and features a rugged Eurocard format with easy insertion and
removal. PXI adds to the CompactPCI specification by defining system-level specifications
for timing, synchronization, cooling, environmental testing, and software. While PXI extends
CompactPCI, it also maintains complete interoperability so that you can use any CompactPCI-
compliant product in a PXI system and vice versa. PXI also makes use of Windows software,
VXI timing and triggering, and VXIplug&play instrument drivers to provide powerful and
affordable systems.
® is a registered trademark of Aeroflex International Inc. in the US
PXI™ is a registered trademark of the PXI Systems Alliance
Windows™, Windows XP™ and Windows NT™ are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
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Abbreviations/acronyms
dB Decibels
dBm Decibels relative to 1 mW
FPGA Field Programmable Gate Array
GND Ground
ISP In-System Programming
LO Local Oscillator
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect
Pk-Pk Peak-to-Peak
PXI PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation
RF Radio Frequency
RMS Root Mean Square
SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic RAM
SFP Soft Front Panel
SMA SubMiniature version A (connector)
TTL Transistor-Transistor Logic
UUT Unit Under Test
VCO Voltage-Controlled Oscillator
VXI VMEbus Extension for Instrumentation
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Chapter 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction
Welcome to the operating manual for the 3010 and 3011 (‘3010 Series’) RF Synthesizer PXI
modules. These high-performance frequency synthesizers:
• cover the frequency range 1.5 GHz to 3.0 GHz with 1 Hz resolution.
• use a single-width 3U module to provide the noise performance and frequency agility of
conventional rack instruments.
• can be used as stand-alone frequency synthesizers, or as core synthesizers providing a
local oscillator for the 3020 Series digital RF signal generator or the 3030 Series RF
digitizer. The 3011 additionally provides a stable common 10 MHz reference to the 3020
and 3030 Series.
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Applications
Used with the 3020 Series, the 3010/3011 form an IQ modulated signal source with a potential
maximum frequency range of 86 MHz up to 6 GHz and output level range of +5 dBm to
−120 dBm.
Used with the 3030 Series, the 3010/3011 form an RF digitizer for input signals in a potential
maximum frequency range of 330 MHz to 6 GHz, and up to 33 MHz in bandwidth.
High stability frequency reference
The 3010 is supplied for use with either an internal VCXO frequency standard or an external
10 MHz frequency reference. The 3011 is a high stability variant, fitted with an OCXO.
Software
The 3010/3011 are supplied with a VXIplug&play driver and soft front panel, and a dll and
COM object that provide similar functionality to the driver.
PXI Studio, supplied with the module, configures your PXI modules as logical instruments
using an intuitive and powerful graphical interface. Currently, PXI Studio provides
comprehensive signal generator, digitizer and spectrum analyzer applications. Further
development will provide analysis plugins to suit any modulation scheme.
RF Investigator, also supplied with the module, is an application that provides combined
operation of all Aeroflex 3000 Series modules from a single user interface, especially useful
for acceptance testing.
GENERAL INFORMATION
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Deliverable items
• 3010 or 3011 RF Synthesizer PXI module
• PXI Modules CD-ROM part no. 46886/028, containing soft front panels,
drivers, application software, data sheets, getting started and operating
manuals for this and other modules in the 3000 Series.
• 3000 Series PXI Modules Common Installation Guide, part no. 46882/663
• 3000 Series PXI Modules Installation Guide for Chassis, part no. 46882/667
• SMA connector cable part no. 43139/590
Cleaning
Before commencing any cleaning, switch off the chassis and disconnect it from the supply.
You can wipe the front panel of the module using a soft cloth moistened in water, taking care
not to wet the connectors. Do not use aerosol or liquid solvent cleaners.
Putting into storage
If you put the module into storage, ensure that the following conditions are not exceeded:
Temperature range: −20 to +70°C (−4 to +158°F)
Humidity: 5 to 93%, non-condensing
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Chapter 2 INSTALLATION
WARNING
Initial visual inspection
Refer to the 3000 Series Common Installation Guide 46882/663.
Handling precautions
Refer to the 3000 Series Common Installation Guide 46882/663.
Hardware installation
Installing the module into the PXI chassis
Refer to the 3000 Series Common Installation Guide 46882/663 and Installation Guide for
Chassis 46882/667.
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