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General Information 

 
This instruction manual provides  you with the information you  need to install, operate, and maintain 
Boonton SGX1000 Series RF Signal Generators.  Section 1 is an introduction to the manual and the 
instrument. 
 
 

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Organization 

 
The manual is organized into five sections and two Appendices, as follows: 
 

Section 1 - General Information

 presents summary descriptions of the instrument and its principal 

features, accessories, and options.  
 

Section 2 - Installation

 provides instructions for unpacking the instrument, setting it up for 

operation, connecting power and signal cables, and initial power-up. 
 

Section 3 - Getting Started

 describes the controls and indicators and the initialization of operating 

parameters. Several practice exercises are provided to familiarize yourself with essential setup and 
control procedures. 
 

Section 4 - Operation

 describes the menus and procedures for operating the instrument locally from 

the front panel. 

 
 
Appendix A - Warranty and Repair Policy 

states the policies governing the return and replacement of 

modules and instruments during and after the warranty period. 

 
Appendix B - End User License Agreements 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 98409500A

Page 1: ...PMX40 RF Power Meter INSTRUCTION MANUAL 98409500A Rev 20220309 INSTRUCTION MANUAL SGX1000 Series RF Signal Generator ...

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Page 3: ...iary of the Wireless Telecom Group Inc Parsippany NJ USA All rights reserved P N 98408500A This manual covers the SGX1000 Series RF Signal Generators serial numbers 1001 and higher The SGX1000 Series application software used in this product is licensed by Boonton Electronics a subsidiary of the Wireless Telecom Group Inc ...

Page 4: ... Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers Component replacement and internal adjustments must be made by qualified maintenance personnel Do not replace components with the power cable connected Under certain conditions dangerous voltages may exist even though the power cable was removed therefore always disconnect power and discharge circuits before touching them DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJ...

Page 5: ... instrument The CAUTION symbol denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operational procedure practice or instruction that if not followed could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the instrument and accessories Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION symbol until its conditions are fully understood and met The NOTE symbol is used to mark information that should be read This information ...

Page 6: ...erating Controls Indicators and Connections 8 3 3 Touch Screen Display 11 3 4 Initialization 13 3 5 Operating Modes 14 3 5 1 CW Mode 14 3 5 2 Sweep Mode 15 4 Operation 16 4 1 Manual Operation 16 4 2 Control Menus 16 4 2 1 Navigating and Editing Numeric Fields 16 4 3 Parameter Data Entry and Selection 16 4 3 1 Numerical Data Entry 17 4 3 2 Parameter Pick List Selection 17 4 4 Menu Reference 19 4 4 ...

Page 7: ...em Utilities Exit 21 4 4 9 MAIN System Utilities 21 4 4 10 MAIN System Utilities Reports 22 5 Maintenance 23 5 1 Safety 23 5 2 Cleaning 23 5 3 Inspection 23 5 4 Lithium Battery 24 5 5 Software Upgrade 24 Appendix A Warranty and Repair Policy A Appendix B End User License Agreement B ...

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Page 9: ...ion provides instructions for unpacking the instrument setting it up for operation connecting power and signal cables and initial power up Section 3 Getting Started describes the controls and indicators and the initialization of operating parameters Several practice exercises are provided to familiarize yourself with essential setup and control procedures Section 4 Operation describes the menus an...

Page 10: ...ne frequency resolution lightning fast frequency switching ultra low phase noise and jitter and superior reliability 1 3 Features See SGX1000 series datasheets for a brief description of key features 1 4 Accessories See SGX1000 series datasheets for a complete list of accessories 1 5 Optional Configurations See SGX1000 series datasheets for a complete list of optional configurations 1 6 Specificat...

Page 11: ... packing material and container to ship the instrument if necessary If the original materials or suitable substitute are not available contact Boonton Electronics to purchase replacements Store materials in a dry environment Figure 2 1 Packaging Diagram Table 2 1 SGX1000 Series RF Signal Generator Packing List SGX1000 series RF signal generator Line Cord Ethernet Cable Information Card describes w...

Page 12: ...ted on the front and rear panels of the instrument and accept standard USB keyboards mice and flash drives RF OUT The RF output is available from a Type N connector located on the front or optionally on the rear panel of the instrument A blue LED indicator is illuminated when the RF output is active Ref In BNC connector for 10 or 100 MHz reference input Ref Out BNC connector for 100 MHz reference ...

Page 13: ...5 In most cases it will be necessary to configure the interface using the System I O Config menus ...

Page 14: ...pper half marked 1 of the power switch on the left side of the power module on the rear panel it will enter standby mode 4 Press the ON STBY key marked with the international 0 1 on standby symbol on the front panel to turn the instrument on The cooling fan and display backlight should turn on 5 A bootup screen should appear that shows the boot status After a self check the instrument will execute...

Page 15: ...7 Figure 2 3 System Configuration Report Display 7 Follow the steps in Section 3 4 to initialize the instrument ...

Page 16: ...plays Subsection 3 4 Initialization explains how to turn the instrument on for the first time set the instrument up for operation and initialize it to a known state See Table 3 3 for initialized parameters and their values Subsection 3 5 Operating Modes describes the different operating modes for signal generation using the SGX1000 Series Note Available modes are CW and Sweep List will be made ava...

Page 17: ...en display for viewing and configuring the signal generator screen menus status messages and help screens 4 Key Turns the RF output on or off A blue LED indicator is illuminated when the RF is active 5 Key Provides quick access to numeric keypad dialogs for modifying the RF output frequency and amplitude for CW mode 6 and Keys and used for incrementing or decrementing numeric parameters or scrolli...

Page 18: ...use may also be accessed once the line cord is removed The instrument s power supply accepts 90 to 264 VAC so no line voltage selection switch is necessary Caution Replace fuse only with specified type and rating 1 0A T time delay type 250 VAC 12 LAN LAN Ethernet connector for remote control Allows DHCP or fixed IP Subnet setting mode LAN parameters can be configured through the menu 13 Ref In 10 ...

Page 19: ...uch Screen Display Fields Reference Field Name Description 1 Status Bar Indicates the current running state and sweep state of the instrument 2 Reference Source Displays and allows selection of the reference source for Internal or External 3 Reference Frequency Indicates the current frequency setting for the Reference Source 4 Menu Bar Select to show and to hide the on screen menus 5 Menu Path Use...

Page 20: ...ure 3 4 SGX1000 Sweep Display Using Default Settings With Menus Hidden Table 3 3 Sweep Mode Touch Screen Display Fields Reference Field Name Description 1 Status Bar Indicates the current running state and sweep state of the instrument 2 Sweep Direction Displays and allows selection of the sweep direction to be Up or Down 3 Sweep Point Count Indicates the number of steps from the start to the stop...

Page 21: ...ep 2 should only be performed when you wish to set the instrument operations to a known state This is typically done when you first power on the instrument or at the start of a new test STEP PROCEDURE 1 If the main power is off press the power switch located on the rear panel See Figure 3 2 Press the On Standby key See Figure 3 1 After a self check the instrument will execute the application progr...

Page 22: ...source and frequency and to turn ON OFF the RF output A blue LED indicator is illuminated when the RF output is active Frequency The CW output frequency of the generator is adjustable from GHz down to mHz resolution Amplitude The power level of the RF output is adjustable down to 0 1 dBm resolution Reference Source The Reference source of the generator can be set to use an internal reference or fo...

Page 23: ...ewed and entered here and controls the time to remain at each step in the sweep after initial settling Start Frequency The frequency to start the sweep at is adjustable from GHz down to mHz resolution Stop Frequency The frequency to stop the sweep at is adjustable from GHz down to mHz resolution RF Out The RF Output state can be toggled ON or OFF There is an LED indicating the state Sweep Run Sets...

Page 24: ... Display the MAIN menu by selecting the icon on the display The MAIN menu structure for CW mode operation is illustrated in Figure 4 1 Controls and parameters may be selected by using the front panel keys to browse and using the key to select the entry or toggle the control or by use of the touch screen 4 2 1 Navigating and Editing Numeric Fields The active digit in the numeric fields can be incre...

Page 25: ...Numeric Keypad If numeric values entered are outside of the permissible range for a parameter the following pop up will appear Simply select the desired action to continue 4 3 2 Parameter Pick List Selection Some parameters use a menu or pick list of settings to choose from The Trigger setting in Sweep Mode seen in Figure 4 3 is an example of a pick list Touch the setting to bring up the list and ...

Page 26: ...18 Figure 4 3 Sweep Mode Trigger Pick List ...

Page 27: ...iginate Figure 4 4 The MAIN Menu 4 4 2 MAIN Inst Settings Selecting Preset will load the default operating parameters listed in Table 3 3 Only the settings shown in the table are affected and all others remain in their current state 4 4 3 MAIN System The System menu displays the available system level features and functionality ...

Page 28: ... network If no DHCP server is found the instrument will select its own IP Address and Subnet Mask values using the AutoIP protocol If DHCP AutoIP is disabled Off the instrument will use the IP Address and Subnet Mask values that have been set by the user IP Address Set the Internet Protocol IP address of the Ethernet adapter If DHCP AutoIP mode is enabled this menu is read only Subnet Mask Set the...

Page 29: ...ng the generator in standby mode and is the same as pressing the ON Standby button on the front panel 4 4 9 MAIN System Utilities Update Software Select Go to search the connected USB drive for the tar software update file and update or re install the version found If no valid file is found the dialog in Figure 4 6 appears and the SGX1000 does nothing Figure 4 6 Update Error Dialog ...

Page 30: ...22 4 4 10 MAIN System Utilities Reports Configuration Select Show to display an About dialog with configuration information for the SGX1000 like that shown in Figure 2 3 ...

Page 31: ... with a commercial spray type window cleaner or a mild detergent and water solution Caution When cleaning the instrument do not allow cleaning fluid to enter the fan intake and exhaust vents Avoid using chemical cleaning agents that can damage painted or plastic surfaces 5 3 Inspection If SGX1000 series RF signal generators malfunction perform a visual inspection of the instrument Inspect for sign...

Page 32: ...ronics SGX1000 series RF signal generator Application Software The Application Software will be updated from time to time to correct errors and add new features Users can upgrade their software by downloading it from the Boonton Electronics webpage boonton com Copy the upgrade file s into the root directory on a USB drive and plug the drive into one of the instrument s USB ports front or rear From...

Page 33: ...iginal container is not available Boonton Electronics will ship a replacement container and you will be billed for the container cost and shipping charges Contacting Boonton Customers in the United States having questions or equipment problems may contact Boonton Electronics directly during business hours 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern by phoning 973 386 9696 FAX messages may be sent at any time to 973 386 ...

Page 34: ...APPENDIX B Appendix B End User License Agreement Available upon written request END SGX1000 Series RF Signal Generators INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

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