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88 Getting Started Guide

Test Set Operating System
Updating the Keysight E7515A UXM software

Updating the Keysight E7515A UXM software

The following steps are required to update your Keysight E7515A UXM if you

are migrating to any software version greater than 1.4.1.0 (for migrating to

earlier software versions, contact the Support Team) that is available at:

www.keysight.com/find/softwaremanager

Using the Firmware Upgrade Tool

This upgrade tool can only be used for software versions 1.4.1.0 or greater.

Step

Notes

Connect a USB keyboard and

mouse to the instrument

Log out of the default user

(instrument):

Select

Start

Log Off

At the log in prompt enter:

User Name:

administrator

Password:

Keysight4u!

Obtain the latest version of

software installer.

Download it from the site:

www.keysight.com/find/softwaremanager

Launch

Firmware Upgrade Tool

from

Start > All Programs >

Keysight E7515A UXM

If this application is not installed, download the latest recommended

version of “Keysight E7515A UXM FirmwareUpdateTool” from the site:

www.keysight.com/find/softwaremanager

In the “Firmware Upgrade Tool”

add the software installer

program obtained in the step 4.

Right-click on the Windows “Select firmware version:” and Add it.

Select the desired software
installer and click the

Update

button

If the instrument belongs to an Array, the instrument is exited from

Array.

When prompted to continue with
the Firmware update, select

Yes

The Firmware Update Tool will warn if a system restart is required for

completing the uninstallation/installation.

Summary of Contents for E7515A

Page 1: ...Getting Started Guide Keysight Wireless Test Set E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set...

Page 2: ...Software to U S government customers under its standard commercial license which is embodied in its End User License Agreement EULA a copy of which can be found at http www keysight com find sweula T...

Page 3: ...o receive the latest updates by email subscribe to Keysight Email Updates at the following URL http www keysight com find MyKeysight Information on preventing instrument damage can be found at www key...

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Page 5: ...ftware Licenses 16 About the Test Applications 18 Installing the Test Applications 18 Quick Start 19 Initial Inspection 20 Shipping Problems 22 Instrument Location and Rack Mounting Requirements 23 Lo...

Page 6: ...Panel Features 64 Power Status Indicator 67 Second Transceiver 67 RF Transceiver Status Indicator 68 Rear Panel Features 69 Front and Rear Panel Symbols 72 Test Set Operating System 75 Keysight Softwa...

Page 7: ...ication Server Software 94 Installation of Third Party Software 94 Internal Application Server Operating System 95 Keysight Software Installed 96 Customer Installation of Software 96 System Maintenanc...

Page 8: ...8 Getting Started Guide Contents...

Page 9: ...et E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 1 Introduction The following topics can be found in this section Overview on page 10 Instrument Information and Maintenance on page 11 UXM Softwar...

Page 10: ...licensing information operating system information and general hardware information Figure 1 1 Keysight E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set Reference Documents More detailed information about the test set is...

Page 11: ...n in which all means for protection are intact only Install the instrument so that the detachable power cord is readily identifiable and easily reached by the operator The detachable power cord is the...

Page 12: ...connectors shall be compatible with the connector used in the premise electrical system Failure to ensure adequate earth grounding by not using the correct components may cause product damage and ser...

Page 13: ...conforme a la norme NMB 001 du Canada South Korean Class A EMC declaration This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments outside of the home A...

Page 14: ...caused by ESD is present whenever components are transported stored or used Test equipment and ESD Before connecting any coaxial cable to a test set connector for the first time each day momentarily s...

Page 15: ...rth grounded to prevent build up of static charge Additional information about ESD For more information about ESD and how to prevent ESD damage contact the Electrostatic Discharge Association http www...

Page 16: ...7530A FFP 002 is a fixed perpetual license for eDRX eMTC The E7530A GFP 0M1 license enables the eMTC Test Application software see the E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set User s and Programmer s Guide for fu...

Page 17: ...The E7529A license enables the TD SCDMA HSPA test application software Some specific features of the software require an optional license as outlined in the UXM Configuration Guide For example the op...

Page 18: ...based interface integrated fading network emulation and measurement capabilities present in the test set to provide you with a simple to use bench top design verification tool Installing the Test App...

Page 19: ...our Keysight representative to obtain on site start up assistance to help you with all steps outlined in this section which is included with your UXM purchase The following topics can be found in this...

Page 20: ...of the external keyboard when using it with the instrument Using the keyboard in an uncomfortable or awkward environment could result in personal injury Item Deliverable Description Getting Started G...

Page 21: ...ave ordered the E7515A S01 Internal Applications Server also known as the Server PC in order for this item to be included in your shipment Kontron AM4022 SA 2 1Q8 M DP S32 Discreet PC installed in the...

Page 22: ...age 107 Display port to VGA adaptera Enables you to view PC output on external display monitor Rack Mount Flange Kit E7515A 1CM Includes side flanges necessary attaching components and installation in...

Page 23: ...ted into the second instrument it can cause excessive operating temperatures in the second unit and can cause instrument failures The test set draws air in from the left side and exhausts air from the...

Page 24: ...ake air for another instrument Another area of concern is verification that the maximum ambient operating temperature of the instrument s is not exceeded by cabinet installation Keysight recommends fo...

Page 25: ...tall the instrument so that the detachable power cord is easily reached by the operator Ensure power outlet is provided with a protective ground as specified 2 Power on the test set Position the test...

Page 26: ...echnologies logo displayed on the screen The E7515A Control Panel shown below is overlaid on top of this Keysight screen and remains visible while the internal hardware boards of the UXM are booted up...

Page 27: ...problem is not expected to resolve on its own NOTE If you have purchased the E7515A S01 Internal Applications Server Server PC or SPC the above UXM icon in the previous Step will include a Server PC...

Page 28: ...or login of Internal Applications Server Server PC These two icons are automatically populated on your UXM desktop upon boot up if you have purchased the E7515A S01 upgrade 6 Select the Instrument log...

Page 29: ...icon and SPC icon will be displayed as green as shown above Before restarting the SPC icon is displayed as red 11 Connect the mouse and the keyboard Optional Connect the mouse and the keyboard to the...

Page 30: ...ons to load While applications are loading splash screens for those programs are displayed with a progress indicator All loaded applications appear on the screen together some hiding others Use the ne...

Page 31: ...Start Turning On the Test Set the First Time 16 Begin using your new software after the splash screen disappears For detailed information on how to use the software refer to the online help for each...

Page 32: ...s Start menu or select the Shutdown icon on the E7515A Control Panel The display will show the windows shut down screen Front panel power button Control Panel shutdown icon To force power off press an...

Page 33: ...Host ID To determine the Host ID of your UXM select the License Manager icon located on the E7515A Control Panel see Control Panel Icons on page 48 The Keysight License Manager KLM window opens and di...

Page 34: ...instructions You can also save a transportable license to Keysight Software Manager KSM for later assignment to a host To do so review the Transporting Licenses section found as described above in th...

Page 35: ...and dynamic IP address assignments are supported If your site network supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP these front and rear LAN ports are assigned IP addresses automatically when the...

Page 36: ...purchased the E7515A S01 Internal Applications Server or not See Chapter 4 for more information Without Internal Applications Server For this configuration connect the LAN lines as shown below You ne...

Page 37: ...2 3 LAN configuration with Internal Applications Server UE Communication with PC When you need to have network connectivity between the UE and the UXM Host PC or Application Server PC use the IP addre...

Page 38: ...oller at system boot The Application Server PC must have the user instrument logged in prior to the test application software being launched The Host PC and Application Server PC should have their sys...

Page 39: ...en added to a domain the domain may enforce certain Windows security or user policies If this occurs it is not sufficient to remove the PC from the domain a system recovery is required to fully restor...

Page 40: ...ted against the latest malware and viruses it is recommended to install all the Windows critical updates 1 Go to Windows Start and type Update click on the displayed Windows Update link 2 Select Check...

Page 41: ...dates select the option Check for updates but let me choose whether to download and install them Current Keysight policy sets the Windows Update settings to Check for updates but let me choose whether...

Page 42: ...connect the test set to the public LAN by way of a PC with antivirus protection The instrument internally operates using fixed IP addresses for the following NICs Do not modify the default network se...

Page 43: ...Applications Server is installed virtualization is enabled by default otherwise it is necessary to check this setting and correct it if necessary this only needs to be done once The procedure for che...

Page 44: ...44 Getting Started Guide Quick Start BIOS Setting for ePDG WiFi Calling 3 Intel Virtualization Technology should be Enabled if not select Enabled and then press Enter...

Page 45: ...Wireless Test Set E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 3 Control Panel Functions The following topics can be found in this section The Control Panel on page 46 BIST Built In Self Tests...

Page 46: ...splayed on the screen it is minimized in either the lower left or right area of the Windows task bar If you purchased the E7515A S01 Internal Applications Server the UXM icon on the Control Panel will...

Page 47: ...r you can connect the USB keyboard to the UXM using one of the USB ports located on the front and rear panels of the UXM Press the key showing the windows icon which is usually located in the lower le...

Page 48: ...can also restart the UXM from the Window Start menu Shuts down the UXM hardware and software It is recommended that you close all application software before selecting this E7515A Control Panel optio...

Page 49: ...xternal clock if detected otherwise it uses the internal clock If Internal is selected the instrument ignores any external reference and always uses the internal one Important Changing any settings on...

Page 50: ...Panel Functions The Control Panel To remove the UXM from an array and operate it as a stand alone unit click the Exit Array icon A warning window asks you to make sure all measurement applications ar...

Page 51: ...are primarily useful when speaking with a Keysight technical support representative When to Perform a Test Perform the BIST whenever you are experiencing a possible UXM malfunction Base this decision...

Page 52: ...nsmitted one None DL UL Tone Reception B Same than in DL UL Tone Reception A but in RFM B and PPM B None DL RIO Loopback A This BIST performs a loop between the PPM A from where data are sent and the...

Page 53: ...window with the list of available BIST is displayed Figure 3 3 BIST Icon Window You can select the BIST you would like to execute individually or select all of them selecting the top checkbox Array Sy...

Page 54: ...aunched before executing any BIST BIST execution is not sequential Some BIST require user actions in order to minimize user intervention BIST are grouped by user actions that is all BIST requiring a s...

Page 55: ...tarted Guide 55 Control Panel Functions BIST Built In Self Tests Figure 3 6 BIST Abort Warning When a user action is required the corresponding pop up is displayed Figure 3 7 User Action Required Noti...

Page 56: ...ts of each test Figure 3 8 BIST execution finished with results The pass fail diagnostic information provided by the BIST is valuable information to have when discussing any problems you may be having...

Page 57: ...ng Started Guide 4 Internal Applications Server The following topics can be found in this section Purpose of the Server on page 58 Software Application Location Recommendations on page 59 Loading Appl...

Page 58: ...lize maximum speed and efficiency when performing User Equipment UE capability testing via the UXM This component is an upgrade to the E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set and is available to order as part nu...

Page 59: ...s reliability or of technical support The UXM Embedded Host PC is not intended for customer use Application UXM Embedded Host PC Internal Applications Server SPC External PC Notes E7630A MTP Message E...

Page 60: ...on Recommendations Wireless Test Manager WTM E6567E E6568E E6569Eorted Not supported Not supported Not supported Ping Not recommended 1 2 3 x 1 2 1 x iPerf Do not locate on Host PC 1 2 3 x 1 2 1 x App...

Page 61: ...rk services being provided by the Server PC 2 Log into the Internal Application Server as Administrator Use the Administrator access desktop link provided to you on the desktop of the UXM The Administ...

Page 62: ...62 Getting Started Guide Internal Applications Server Loading Application Software to the Internal Applications Server...

Page 63: ...15A UXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 5 Front and Rear Panel Functions The following topics can be found in this section Front Panel Features on page 64 Rear Panel Features on page 69 Front...

Page 64: ...d Guide Front and Rear Panel Functions Front Panel Features Front Panel Features Begin using the UXM by becoming familiar with the layout of the Front Panel and the displayed user interface Figure 5 1...

Page 65: ...ected in order for this light to illuminate 5 Power This is the On Off button for AC power Pressing this button when the instrument is powered off turns it on Pressing this button briefly will shut do...

Page 66: ...mode when it only receives RF input The maximum safe input level is 1W 30 dBm 10 VDC 14 TxRx1 Rx1 This primary Transceiver A port acts in duplex mode when it transmits and receives RF signals or in s...

Page 67: ...hich it remains yellow Green blinking The UXM is booting up Green UXM is available for use or in use Green Yellow blinking Instrument Control Module ICM for the Micro Controller Unit is downloading fi...

Page 68: ...st application LED Tx2 This transmitter connection is not used by the test application in 1x1 antenna configuration 3 When RF Duplex mode is selected In this mode channel 1 is configured in duplex mod...

Page 69: ...rom these connectors precluding Ethernet traffic between units 2 LAN1 This is the Ethernet port that is connected internally to the UXM Host PC Use this port to connect the UXM to the LAN The IP addre...

Page 70: ...based triggers immediate based on system counter based on technology counters You can define any trigger connector from TRG1 to TRG4 to be of any kind of trigger or to define it as unused 9 Power Cord...

Page 71: ...se modules are for factory use only Do not remove a When you are setting up multiple UXMs for testing purposes the Internal Applications Server must be installed on the Main UXM not the Auxiliary UXM...

Page 72: ...e RCM Mark is a Compliance Mark according to the ACMA Labeling Requirement South Korean Certification KC mark includes the marking s identifier code which follows this format MSIP REM YYY ZZZZZZZZZZZZ...

Page 73: ...time period during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use Forty years is the expected useful life of the product This symbol on all prima...

Page 74: ...74 Getting Started Guide Front and Rear Panel Functions Front and Rear Panel Symbols...

Page 75: ...tem The following topics can be found in this section Keysight Software Installed on page 76 User Accounts on page 77 System Maintenance on page 82 Updating the Keysight E7515A UXM software on page 88...

Page 76: ...er to obtain the latest version Refer to Chapter Updating the Keysight E7515A UXM software on page 88 for software installation instructions Uninstalling the Control Panel and Test Application Server...

Page 77: ...e password set as Keysight4u Instrument Account The default user account that ships from the factory is Instrument with the password set as measure4u This user is a member of the standard Users group...

Page 78: ...My Documents folders to the D drive Changing Account Passwords In order to minimize an unnoticed or involuntary change of Administrator and Instrument accounts password the account properties have be...

Page 79: ...rge icons or Small icons on the right hand side under the View by menu if you are not already in the icons view 5 Locate and select Administrative Tools 6 Locate and select Computer Management 7 Locat...

Page 80: ...rating System User Accounts 8 Clear the check box next to User cannot change password and then select OK 9 After you have changed the Administrator Properties change your password by pressing Ctrl Alt...

Page 81: ...old password c The new password d Re enter the new password to confirm Complete the operation by pressing Enter or clicking the arrow icon 11 After changing the password s repeat steps 2 through 8 Af...

Page 82: ...hat you back up the data to an external storage device connected to your company s internal network or one of the test set s USB connectors Also you should perform back ups at times when the Server PC...

Page 83: ...ce of backing up the test set measurement data You should always back up the data on the D drive to an external device This enables you to restore the data should the hard drive need to be replaced e...

Page 84: ...strument was shipped from the factory After an Instrument Image Recovery System that software needs to be re installed Any upgrades that were made to the Keysight Test Application software It is recom...

Page 85: ...ve the contents of Desktop Documents Images and Music to D Administrator c Verify that the size of D Users Administrator is smaller now d Repeat the process for D Users Instrument moving the folders i...

Page 86: ...etting Started Guide Test Set Operating System System Maintenance 4 Review the terms Select the X in the upper right corner to close this window 5 Accept the license agreement by selecting Yes Step No...

Page 87: ...ns to recover the image of the C drive Type in the number 2 then press OK to select Recovery of the original factory system image 7 A warning message appears Press OK to start the recovery which may t...

Page 88: ...e administrator Password Keysight4u 4 Obtain the latest version of software installer Download it from the site www keysight com find softwaremanager 5 Launch Firmware Upgrade Tool from Start All Prog...

Page 89: ...restarts and will finish the update Then a confirmation button will be shown If the instrument belonged to an Array the instrument is not entered into the Array 11 In case of an error during upgrade t...

Page 90: ...nnect the power cord for 15 seconds b Power on the UXM Finally the array can be established again if wanted Step Notes 1 Uninstall the following components in order a Keysight E7515A UXM Release 1 7 b...

Page 91: ...the instrument 2 Log out of the default user instrument Select Start Log Off 3 At the log in prompt enter User Name administrator Password Keysight4u 4 Uninstall the Keysight E7515A NB_IoT Application...

Page 92: ...1 7 1 0 or later Select Start Control Panel All Control Panel Items Programs and Features Find Keysight E7515A UXM If the Keysight E7515A UXM version is earlier than 1 7 1 0 see Updating the Keysight...

Page 93: ...oftware version The earliest backwards compatible NB IoT version is 1 7 50 0 3 When the installation has finished you must manually launch the UXM Control Panel from Desktop or Windows Start 4 Verify...

Page 94: ...s Uninstalling the Control Panel and Test Application Server Software Uninstallation is a dialog driven process You can access the uninstall dialog of the Keysight Test Application software within the...

Page 95: ...st Set E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 7 Internal Application Server Operating System The following topics can be found in this section Keysight Software Installed on page 96 System...

Page 96: ...o Chapter 4 Internal Applications Server on page 57 for software installation instructions that apply to the Internal Applications Server Uninstalling the Internal Applications Server Software Use the...

Page 97: ...commend that you back up the data to an external storage device connected to your company s internal network or one of the Internal Applications Server s USB connectors Also you should perform back up...

Page 98: ...torage It is also recommended that you back up the contents of this drive by using an external device Disk Drive Recovery Process The Instrument Image Recovery System can be used to repair errors on t...

Page 99: ...and its data See System Maintenance on page 97 Using the Instrument Image Recovery System in conjunction with a regular back up strategy should allow you to fully recover the Internal Applications Ser...

Page 100: ...r PC Press the down arrow key to move the highlight to Instrument Image Recovery System and then press Enter The Windows Boot Manager Screen is displayed 5 After selecting the Instrument Image Recover...

Page 101: ...d Guide 101 Internal Application Server Operating System System Maintenance 6 Review the terms Select the X in the upper right corner to close this window 7 Accept the license agreement by selecting Y...

Page 102: ...t Image Recovery System has booted follow the on screen instructions to recover the image of the C drive Type in the number 2 then press OK to select Recovery of the original factory system image 9 A...

Page 103: ...e terms and select Accept if you agree with them 11 Select Change User from the Windows Start menu Login as Administrator Password for Administrator Keysight4u 12 The License Agreement for the Server...

Page 104: ...tion Server Operating System System Maintenance 14 The instrument then re executes the process described under Turning On the Test Set the First Time on page 25 except this time you will not need to a...

Page 105: ...reless Test Set E7515A UXM Wireless Test Set Getting Started Guide 8 Troubleshooting The following topics can be found in this section Identifying Problems on page 106 Returning Your Test Set for Serv...

Page 106: ...this reboot more than once to obtain the green display indicator condition Note that the Restart and Shutdown affect the test set and windows 2 Perform the BIST if rebooting the Platform boards does n...

Page 107: ...ision To access your product information select the Info icon in the E7515A Control Panel view after switching to the E7515A Control Panel via the Application Switch tool or after performing both or o...

Page 108: ...Pacific Australia 1 800 629 485 China 800 810 0189 Hong Kong 800 938 693 India 1 800 112 929 Japan 0120 421 345 Korea 080 769 0800 Malaysia 1 800 888 848 Singapore 1 800 375 8100 Taiwan 0800 047 866...

Page 109: ...This information is subject to change without notice Keysight Technologies 2014 2019 Edition 1 August 2019 E7515 90001 www keysight com...

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