Keysight Technologies M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz Data Sheet Overview Introduction With high-power levels and accurate measurements, the M9380A CW source provides the Keysight Technologies, Inc. quality and performance in the PXI form factor—a trusted Keysight product with global services and support, fast repair and a wide scope of calibration utilities. –– Aerospace and defense –– Interference injection –– LO substitution –– Wireless component test Product description The M9380A PXIe CW source is a compact modular solution that provides frequency coverage from 1 MHz to 3 or 6 GHz. A typical M9380A configuration includes three individual PXIe modules—M9310A source output, M9301A synthesizer and the M9300A frequency reference— designed for fast data interfaces and high-speed automated test systems. Instrument control is provided through a soft front panel and programmatic interfaces tuned to your application development environment of choice. Product features –– Frequency coverage from 1 MHz to 3 or 6 GHz –– Output power of +18 dBm across the frequency range –– Output power level of +19 dBm from 1 MHz to 5 GHz –– Better than ±0.4 dB absolute amplitude accuracy –– License key upgraded frequency range and output power –– One day startup assistance –– Chassis slot compatibility: PXIe slot Uncompromising values –– Keeps costs manageable—purchase what you need today and easily upgrade later using license-key upgrades without returning your modules to Keysight. –– Reduces development time and simplifies integration into existing test environments with multiple drivers and programmatic interfaces. –– Reduces startup time with Keysight IO libraries easy configuration, one-step software install, and integrated instrument level CW source soft front panel. –– Fast repair turnaround time with calibrated core exchange strategy. Applications Figure 1. M9380A PXIe CW source with three modules consisting of the M9310A PXIe source output, M9301A PXIe synthesizer, and M9300A PXIe frequency reference. 03 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics Block diagram M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference 100 MHz PLL 100 MHz Out 1 100 MHz Out 2 (1 to 110 MHz) Ref In M9301A PXIe Synthesizer (+13 dBm sine all 100 MHz Outs) 3 GHz to 6 GHz PLL 100 MHz Out 4 10 MHz OCXO TIMEBASE 100 MHz Out 5 Divide 10 MHz /10 by 10 10 MHz 10 MHz Out OXCO Out (10 MHz, +10 dBm to 16 dBm, sine) 3 dB Banded Switched Filter Bank Divide by 1-2-4-8 100 MHz Out 3 100 MHz 3 dB External Trigger Trig 2 (front) to PXI Backplane 3 dB 3 dB 850 MHz Divide by 1 or 2 100 MHz Out RF/LO Out 1B RF/LO Out 2A RF/LO Out 2B (RF Outputs: 187.5 MHz to 6 GHz) (-10 dBm to +10 dBm) 3 dB 100 MHz In (+13 dBm Typical) RF/LO Out 1A 3 dB (+13 dBm Typical) M9310A PXIe Source Output RF In (1 MHz to 6 GHz) (-5 dBm to +5 dBm) Pulse Modulator ALC and Power Control RF IF LO Pulse Mod Trigger Trig 1 (Front Panel) ALC Hold Trigger PXI Backplane (-130 dBm to +19 dBm, 1 MHz to 5 GHz) ALC Coupler Log Amp 6 GHz (-130 dBm to +18 dBm, >5 GHz to 6 GHz) Limiter RF Out 100 MHz In (+10 dBm typical) 100 MHz Out (+10 dBm typical) Figure 2. M9380A PXIe CW source with three modules consisting of the M9300A PXIe frequency reference, M9301A PXIe synthesizer and M9310A PXIe source output. 04 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics Definitions for specifications Temperatures referred to in this document are defined as follows: –– Full temperature range = Individual module temperature of ≤ 75 °C, as reported by the module, and environment temperature of 0 to 55 °C. –– Controlled temperature range = Individual module temperature of ≤ 55 °C, as reported by the module, and environment temperature of 20 to 30 °C. Specifications describe the warranted performance of calibrated instruments. Data represented in this document are specifications unless otherwise noted under the following conditions. –– Calibrated instruments have been stored for a minimum of 2 hours within the full temperature range –– 45 minute warm-up time –– Calibration cycle maintained –– When used with Keysight M9300A frequency reference –– When used with Keysight interconnection cables Characteristics describe product performance that is useful in the application of the product. Characteristics are often referred to as Typical or Nominal values and are italicized. –– Typical describes characteristic performance, which 80% of instruments will meet when operated within the controlled temperature range. –– Nominal describes representative performance that is useful in the application of the product when operated within the controlled temperature range. Recommended best practices in use –– Use slot blockers and EMC filler panels in empty module slots to ensure proper operating temperatures. –– Keysight chassis and slot blockers optimize module temperature performance and reliability of test. –– At environment temperatures above 45 °C, chassis fan should be set to high. Additional information –– All graphs contain measured data from one unit and is representative of product performance at the controlled temperature range unless otherwise noted. –– The specifications contained in this document are subject to change. 05 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Frequency Frequency range Option F03 1 MHz to 3 GHz Option F06 1 MHz to 6 GHz Resolution Frequency switching speed 0.01 Hz 1 ≤ 5 ms, nominal Frequency reference (M9300A PXIe frequency reference module) Reference outputs 100 MHz Out (Out 1 through Out 5) Amplitude ≥ 10 dBm Connectors 5 SMB snap-on Impedance 50 Ω, nominal 13 dBm, typical 10 MHz Out Amplitude 9.5 dBm, nominal Connectors 1 SMB snap-on Impedance 50 Ω, nominal OCXO Out Amplitude 11.5 dBm, nominal Connectors 1 SMB snap-on Impedance 50 Ω, nominal 1. Mean time from IVI command to carrier frequency settled within 1 ppm or 1 kHz whichever is greater and amplitude settled within 0.2 dB (at the controlled temperature range) or within 0.5 dB (at the full temperature range). If the ALC is off, the settle limit is 0.5 dB above +10 dBm, (at the controlled temperature range). Simulataneous carrier frequency and amplitude switching. 06 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Frequency (continued) Frequency accuracy Same as accuracy of internal time base or external reference input Internal timebase Accuracy ± (time since last adjustment x aging rate) ± temperature effects ± calibration accuracy Frequency stability Aging rate Daily < ±0.5 ppb/day, after 72 hour warm-up Yearly < ±0.1 ppm/year, after 72 hours warm-up Total 10 years < ±0.6 ppm/10yrs, after 72 hours warm-up Achievable initial calibration accuracy (at time of shipment) ±5 x 10 -8 Temperature effects 20 to 30 °C < ±10 ppb Full temperature range < ±50 ppb Warm up 5 minutes over +20 to +30 °C, with respect to 1 hour < ±0.1 ppm 15 minutes over +20 to +30 °C, with respect to 1 hour < ±0.01 ppm External reference input Frequency 1 MHz to 110 MHz, sine wave Lock range ±1 ppm, nominal Amplitude 0 to 10 dBm, nominal Connector 1 SMB snap-on Impedance 50 Ω, nominal 07 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Amplitude Output parameters Settable range Standard Option 1EA +10.7 to -130 dBm +20 to -130 dBm Resolution ALC on 1 0.02 dB, nominal ALC off 0.3 dB, nominal Maximum output power Frequency Standard Option 1EA 1 MHz to 5 GHz +10 dBm +19 dBm > 5 to 6 GHz +10 dBm +18 dBm Absolute level accuracy in CW mode [ALC on] 2 Frequency < Max power to -20 dBm < -20 to -110 dBm < -110 to -120 dBm <-120 to -130 dBm 1 MHz to 3 GHz ±0.4 dB ±0.15 dB, typical ±0.5 dB ±0.15 dB, typical ±0.7 dB ±0.25 dB, typical ±0.8 dB, nominal > 3 to 6 GHz ±0.5 dB ±0.15 dB, typical ±0.6 dB ±0.25 dB, typical ±1.0 dB ±0.5 dB, typical ±0.8 dB, nominal 1. Settable to 0.01 dB. 2. Specifications apply at the controlled temperature range. For temperatures outside this range, absolute level accuracy degrades by ± 0.02 dB/°C. -120 dBm Output Power Normalized Response 1 0.75 Power Error (dB) 0.5 0.25 0 -0.25 -0.5 -0.75 -1 0 1 2 3 Frequency (GHz) Figure 3. Output power normalized response at –120 dBm. 4 5 6 08 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Amplitude (continued) Amplitude Repeatability +10 dBm ALC On 0.05 850 MHz 0.04 1900 MHz 2200 MHz 0.03 3500 MHz 5800 MHz Delta from Initial (dB) 0.02 0.01 0 -0.01 -0.02 -0.03 -0.04 -0.05 0 20 40 60 Elapsed Time (minutes) 80 100 120 Figure 4. Amplitude repeatability at various carrier frequencies. Repeatability measures the ability of the instrument to return to a given power setting after a random excursion to any other frequency and power setting. It should not be confused with absolute level accuracy. Relative Level Accuracy ALC On 0.6 0.85 GHz 1.8 GHz 0.4 2 GHz Power error (dB) 2.2 GHz 3.5 GHz 0.2 5.8 GHz 0 -0.2 -0.4 -0.6 -120 -100 -80 -60 -40 Power Level (dBm) Figure 5. Relative level accuracy at various carrier frequencies. -20 0 20 09 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Amplitude (continued) VSWR 1 MHz to 6 GHz < 1.5:1, nominal Maximum reverse power 1 MHz to 6 GHz 1 W, nominal Max DC voltage 25 VDC, nominal VSWR 1.50 0 dB Attn 1.45 30 dB Attn Bypass Path 1.40 VSWR (X:1.0) 1.35 1.30 1.25 1.20 1.15 1.10 1.05 1.00 0 1 2 Figure 6. Measured VSWR from 1 MHz to 6 GHz. 3 Frequency (GHz) 4 5 6 10 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Spectral purity Phase noise at 20 kHz offset 1 GHz -122 dBc/Hz, typical 2 GHz -117 dBc/Hz, typical 3 GHz -112 dBc/Hz, typical 6 GHz -108 dBc/Hz, typical Single Sideband Phase Noise in CW Mode Normal Loop Bandwidth -20 -30 Phase Noise (dBc/Hz) -40 1GHz -50 2GHz -60 2.4GHz 3GHz -70 5.8GHz -80 6GHz -90 -100 -110 -120 -130 -140 -150 -160 10 Hz 100 Hz 1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz 1 MHz 10 MHz Frequency Offset From Carrier Figure 7. Single sideband phase noise in normal loop bandwidth from 10 Hz to 10 MHz, offset at 1, 2, 2.4, 3, 5.8, and 6 GHz. Single Sideband Phase Noise in CW Mode Narrow Loop Bandwidth -20 -30 -40 1GHz Phase Noise (dBc/Hz) -50 2GHz -60 2.4GHz -70 3GHz 5.8GHz -80 6GHz -90 -100 -110 -120 -130 -140 -150 -160 10 Hz 100 Hz 1 kHz 10 kHz 100 kHz 1 MHz 10 MHz Frequency Offset From Carrier Figure 8. Single sideband phase noise in narrow loop bandwidth from 10 Hz to 10 MHz, offset at 1, 2, 2.4, 3, 5.8, and 6 GHz. 11 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Spectral purity (continued) Broadband noise floor Range 1 MHz to 6 GHz < -140 dBc/Hz, nominal, at +10 dBm output power level Harmonics Range 1 MHz to < 400 MHz 400 MHz to 1.5 GHz > 1.5 GHz to 3 GHz ≤ 0 dBm < -43 dBc < -29 dBc < -35 dBc -46 dBc, typical -31 dBc, typical -39 dBc, typical ≤ +10 dBm < -35 dBc < -27 dBc < -30 dBc -37 dBc, typical -29 dBc, typical -33 dBc, typical Nonharmonics 1 Nonharmonic miscellaneous spurious 2 < -70 dBc, nominal Nonharmonic HET band mixing spurs (0 dBm) < -67 dBc, nominal Nonharmonic Frac-N < -66 dBc, nominal Subharmonics 1 MHz to 6 GHz none Analog modulation Pulse parameters Pulse on/off ratio 1 MHz to 400 MHz > 85 dB, typical Pulse on/off ratio > 400 MHz to 6 GHz > 95 dB, typical Pulse rise/fall time < 10 ns, nominal System requirements Topic Windows 7 requirements Operating systems Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit) Processor speed 1 GHz 32-bit (x86), 1 GHz 64-bit (x64) (no support for Itanium 64) Available memory 4 GB minimum 8 GB or greater recommended Available disk space 3 1.5 GB available hard disk space, includes: – 1 GB available for Microsoft .NET framework 3.5 SP1 4 – 100 MB for Keysight IO libraries suite Video Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB graphics memory recommended (Super VGA graphics is supported) Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 or greater Keysight IO libraries Version 16.3.16603.3 or later 1. Non-harmonics include mixing spurs for frequencies below 400 MHz, synthesizer spurs, and other miscellaneous chassis and power supply products, for offsets >10 kHz. 2. With a Keysight M9036A embedded controller. 3. Because of the installation procedure, less memory may be required for operation than is required for installation. 4. NET framework runtime components are installed by default with Windows Windows 7. Therefore, you may not need this amount of available disk space. 12 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Technical Specifications and Characteristics (continued) Environmental and physical specifications Temperature Operating Non-operating (storage) 0 to 55 °C -40 to +70 °C Humidity 1 Type tested at 95%, +40 °C (non-condensing) Altitude Up to 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) Connectors RF OUT SMA female EMC Complies with European EMC Directive 2004/108/EC – IEC/EN 61326-2-1 – CISPR Pub 11 Group 1, class A – AS/NZS CISPR 11 – ICES/NMB-001 This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada. Warm-up time 45 minutes Size M9300A M9301A M9310A 1 PXIe slot 1 PXIe slot 1 PXIe slot Dimensions Module Length Width Height M9300A 210 mm 22 mm 130 mm M9301A 210 mm 22 mm 130 mm M9310A 210 mm 22 mm 130 mm Weight M9300A M9301A M9310A 0.551 kg (1.215 lbs) 0.535 kg (1.179 lbs) 0.551 kg (1.215 lbs) Power drawn from chassis M9300A M9301A M9310A ≤ 18 W ≤ 25 W ≤ 28 W 1. Samples of this product have been type tested in accordance with the Keysight environmental test manual and verified to be robust against the environmental stresses of storage, transportation and end-use--those stresses include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, altitude and power-line conditions. Test methods are aligned with IEC 60068-2 and levels are similar to MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3. 13 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Software Instrument connection software Keysight IO library The IO suite offers a single entry point for connection to the most common instruments including AXIe, PXI, GPIB, USB, Ethernet/LAN, RS-232, and VXI test instruments from Keysight and other vendors. It automatically discovers interfaces, chassis, and instruments. The graphical user interface allows you to search for, verify and update IVI instrument and soft front panel drivers for modular and traditional instruments. The IO suite safely installs in side-by-side mode with NI I/O software. Free software download at www.keysight.com/find/iosuite The PXI module includes a soft front panel (SFP), a software-based graphical user interface (GUI) which enables the instrument’s capabilities from your PC. Included on CD-ROM shipped with module or online Module setup and usage Keysight soft front panel Programming Driver Development environments lVI-COM IVI-C LabVIEW MATLAB Visual Studio (VB.NET, C#, C/C++), VEE LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, MATLAB Included on CD-ROM shipped with module or online Assists in finding the right instrument commands and setting correct parameters. A simple interface includes documentation, examples, syntax checking, command execution and debug tools to build sequences for integration in Excel, MATLAB, Visual Studio, LabVIEW, VEE, SystemVue. Free software download at www.keysight.com/find/ commandexpert Each module includes programming examples for Visual Studio.net, LabVIEW, MATLAB, LabWindows, and Keysight VEE Pro. Included on CD-ROM shipped with module or online at www.keysight.com/find/m9380a Programming assitance Command expert Programming examples 14 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Setup and Calibration Services Assistance One day startup assistance Gain access to a technical expert who will help you get started quickly with the M9380A CW source and its powerful software tools. The flexible instruction format is designed to get you to your first measurements and familiarize you with ways to adapt the equipment to a specific application. Included in base configuration Calibration and traceability Factory calibration The M9380A CW source ships factory calibrated with an ISO-9002, NIST-traceable calibration certificate. Calibration cycle A one year calibration cycle is recommended. Calibration sites –– At Keysight worldwide service centers –– On-site by Keysight –– By self-maintainers Included in base configuration More information visit www.keysight.com/find/infoline N7800A Calibration and adjustment software The M9380A CW source is supported by Keysight’s Calibration and adjustment software. This is the same software used at Keysight service centers to automate calibration. The software offers compliance tests for ISO 17025:2005, ANSI/NCSL Z540.3-2006, and measurement uncertainty per ISO Guide to Expression of Measurement Uncertainty. Licensed software. For more information, visit www.keysight.com/find/calibrationsoftware Keysight calibration status utility The Keysight calibration status utility helps ensure your M9380A is calibrated by managing the calibration interval and providing messages regarding instrument and module calibration status. Included in base configuration 15 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Support Support Core exchange program Keysight’s replacement core exchange program allows fast and easy module repairs. A replacement core assembly is a fully functioning pre-calibrated module replacement that is updated with the defective module serial number, allowing the replacement module to retain the original serial number. For qualified self-maintainers in US only Self-test utility A self-test utility runs a set of internal tests which verifies the health of the modules and reports their status. Included in base configuration 16 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheett Configuration and Ordering Information Ordering information Model M9380A Description PXIe CW source: 1 MHz to 3 or 6 GHz Includes: M9301A PXIe Synthesizer M9310A PXIe Source Output One day startup assistance Module interconnect cables Software, example programs and product information on CD Base configuration M9380A-F03 Frequency range: 1 MHz to 3 GHz M9380A-300 Required for warranted specifications PXIe frequency reference: 10 and 100 MHz Adds M9300A PXIe frequency reference: 10 and 100 MHz (M9300A module can support multiple M9380A modular instruments) Configurable options Frequency range M9380A-F03 M9380A-F06 Software information Supported operating systems Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64-bit) Standard compliant drivers IVI-COM, IVI-C, LabVIEW, MATLAB Supported application development environments (ADE) VisualStudio (VB.NET, C#, C/C++), VEE, LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, MATLAB Keysight IO libraries (version 16.3 or newer) Includes: VISA Libraries, Keysight Connection Expert, IO Monitor Keysight Command expert Instrument control for SCPI or IVI-COM drivers Accessories Model Description Y1212A Slot blocker kit: 5 modules Y1213A PXI EMC filler panel kit: 5 slots 1 MHz to 3 GHz Y1214A Air inlet kit: M9018A 18-slot chassis 1 MHz to 6 GHz Y1215A Rack mount kit for M9018A 18-slot chassis Power M9380A-1EA High output power Calibration M9380A-UK6 Commercial calibration certificate with test data for M9380A (M9301A, M9310A) M9300A-UK6 Commercial calibration certificate with test data for M9300A (module only) Related products in recommended configuration Related products Model Description M9021A PCIe cable interface M9045B PCIe ExpressCard adaptor for laptop connectivity Y1200B PCIe cable for laptop connectivity M9048A PCIe desktop adaptor for desktop connectivity PCIe Cable for desktop connectivity M9037A PXIe embedded controller Y1202A M9018A 18-slot PXIe chassis M9381A PXIe Vector Signal Generator M9300A PXIe Frequency Reference Recommended configuration Advantage services: Calibration Keysight Advantage Services is committed to your success throughout your equipment’s lifetime N7800A Calibration & adjustment software 17 | Keysight | M9380A PXIe CW Source 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 6 GHz - Data Sheet Evolving Since 1939 Our unique combination of hardware, software, services, and people can help you reach your next breakthrough. 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