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Keysight U1810B

USB Coaxial Switch

DC to 18 GHz USB plug-and-play SPDT
coaxial switch

Operating and

Service Manual

Summary of Contents for U1810B

Page 1: ...Keysight U1810B USB Coaxial Switch DC to 18 GHz USB plug and play SPDT coaxial switch Operating and Service Manual ...

Page 2: ...rights customarily provided to the public to use modify reproduce release per form display or disclose commercial computer software or commercial com puter software documentation No additional government requirements beyond those set forth in the EULA shall apply except to the extent that those terms rights or licenses are explicitly required from all providers of commercial computer software purs...

Page 3: ...rectives This symbol indicates that this is an Industrial Scientific and Medical Group 1 Class A product ICES NMB 001 indicates that this ISM device complies with Canadian ICES 001 Cet appareill ISM est conforme a la norme NMB 001 du Canada The C Tick mark is a registered trademark of the Spectrum Management Agency of Australia This signifies compliance with the Australian EMC Framework Regulation...

Page 4: ...as a Monitoring and Control Instrument product The affixed product label is as shown below Do not dispose in domestic household waste To return this unwanted instrument contact your nearest Keysight Service Center or visit http about keysight com en companyinfo environment takeback shtml for more information Sales and Technical Support To contact Keysight for sales and technical support refer to t...

Page 5: ...llation Initial Inspection 16 Service and Recalibration 17 Verify the U1810B Shipment Contents 17 Related Documentation 17 Operating and Safety Precautions 18 ESD damage 18 Connector care 18 System Requirements 19 Software Installation 20 3 Specifications General Specifications 22 Specifications 22 Absolute maximum rating 23 Supplemental specifications cold switching 25 Physical specifications 26 ...

Page 6: ...6 Keysight U1810B Operating and Service Manual Software programming 41 Service and Maintenance 42 Service 42 Maintenance 42 ...

Page 7: ...cal isolation performance 24 Figure 3 4 Mechanical dimensions of the U1810B 27 Figure 4 1 Quick check configuration for the S parameter test 30 Figure 4 2 U1810B SFP window 32 Figure 4 3 U1810B main SFP interface 32 Figure 4 4 U1810B main SFP interface 34 Figure 4 5 1 x 4 Switch Matrix window 35 Figure 4 6 User Defined Sequence window 36 Figure 4 7 Clear Cycle Count window 38 Figure 4 8 Driver Cal...

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Page 9: ...17 Table 3 1 U1810B specifications 22 Table 3 2 U1810B environmental specifications 28 Table 4 1 Overview of the main SFP interface 33 Table 4 2 1 x 4 Switch Matrix menu bar 35 Table 4 3 User Defined Sequence menu bar 37 Table 4 4 List of methods 40 Table 4 5 List of StatusEnum members 40 ...

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Page 11: ...810B USB Coaxial Switch Operating and Service Manual 1 Introduction Product Overview 12 Key features of the U1810B USB coaxial switch 13 This chapter provides an overview of the Keysight U1810B USB Coaxial Switch ...

Page 12: ...tivity presents an invaluable alternative for you to optimize the efficiency of your test systems No additional power supply is required and the Type N common input connector provides a rugged and robust connection with the instrument ports A push button is provided on the switch casing for direct toggling between the two output ports without the need of any software interface In addition the bund...

Page 13: ...saves time Guaranteed 0 03 dB insertion loss repeatability ensures accuracy and reduces calibration cycles Guaranteed 5 million cycles operating life typical 10 million cycles reduces cost of test and ensures reliability of the test system life expectancy Excellent isolation typically 70 dB at 18 GHz minimizes crosstalk between channels to ensure signal integrity Instant switch toggling via the pu...

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Page 15: ...e and Recalibration 17 Verify the U1810B Shipment Contents 17 Related Documentation 17 Operating and Safety Precautions 18 ESD damage 18 Connector care 18 System Requirements 19 Software Installation 20 This chapter provides you important information on how to check and prepare your instrument for operation ...

Page 16: ...ve contact your nearest Keysight Technologies Service and Support Office Keysight Technologies will arrange for repair or replacement of the damaged or defective equipment Keep the shipping materials for the carrier s inspection 3 If you are returning the instrument under warranty or for service repackaging the instrument requires original shipping containers and material or their equivalents Keys...

Page 17: ... Verify the U1810B Shipment Contents The following table lists the items that are shipped with the U1810B Related Documentation This Operating and Service Manual and the Keysight U1810B USB Switch Soft Front Panel can be located on the product CD that is shipped with the product They are also available at http www keysight com find USBswitch Table 2 1 U1810B contents Quantity Description Part numb...

Page 18: ...shell of the analyzer test port or cable connector briefly Avoid touching the exposed connector pins Connector care Because connectors can become defective due to wear during normal use all connectors should be inspected and maintained to maximize their service life Inspect the mating surface each time a connection is made Metal particles from connector threads often find their way onto the mating...

Page 19: ...x86 1 GHz 64 bit x64 no support for Itanium 64 Available memory 256 MB minimum 1 GB or higher recommended 1 GB minimum 1 GB minimum Available hard disk space a 1 GB for Microsoft NET Framework 3 5 1 GB for Microsoft NET Framework 3 5 1 GB for Microsoft NET Framework 3 5 Video Super VGA 800 600 256 colors or more Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB graphics memory recommended Super VGA graph...

Page 20: ... at www keysight com find USBswitch Use the following procedure to install the software 1 Power up the host PC to install the U1810B software 2 From the U1810B Product Software and Information CD browser launch the installer 3 Follow the installer prompts to install all software and documentation for the U1810B 4 After installation has completed power down the host PC NOTE The installation softwar...

Page 21: ...cations General Specifications 22 Specifications 22 Absolute maximum rating 23 Supplemental specifications cold switching 25 Physical specifications 26 Mechanical Dimensions 27 Environmental Specifications 28 This chapter provides the specifications of the U1810B USB Switch ...

Page 22: ...printed in italic Table 3 1 U1810B specifications Specifications Frequency range DC to 18 GHz SWR 1 15 DC to 4 GHz 1 25 4 GHz to 12 4 GHz 1 40 12 4 GHz to 18 GHz Insertion loss dB max 0 3 0 6 18 f where f is specified in GHz Isolation dB 90 30 26 5 f where f is specified in GHz Life cycle 5 million cycles typical 10 million cycles Input connector Type N male Output connector SMA female Max input R...

Page 23: ... U1810B Operating and Service Manual 23 Absolute maximum rating Figure 3 1 U1810B typical SWR Parameter Condition Typical Unit Rated voltage 5 V Rated current Switching 420 mA Non switching Quiescent 60 mA Switching time 25 ms ...

Page 24: ...3 Specifications 24 Keysight U1810B Operating and Service Manual Figure 3 2 U1810B typical insertion loss performance Figure 3 3 U1810B typical isolation performance ...

Page 25: ...anual 25 Supplemental specifications cold switching NOTE Cold switching only NO hot switching Ambient temperature of 75 C or less Sea level 0 88 derating at 15000 ft Load VSWR 1 2 see graph for derating above 1 2 VSWR Power handling at 25 C is 100 W at 4 GHz ...

Page 26: ...fications 26 Keysight U1810B Operating and Service Manual Physical specifications Physical specifications Net weight 0 25 kg Shipping weight 0 88 kg Shipping dimensions Length 290 mm Width 265 mm Height 105 mm ...

Page 27: ...Specifications 3 Keysight U1810B Operating and Service Manual 27 Mechanical Dimensions Figure 3 4 Mechanical dimensions of the U1810B ...

Page 28: ...s product Table 3 2 U1810B environmental specifications Temperature Operating Storage 25 C to 75 C 55 C to 85 C Vibration Operating Survival 0 21 grms 5 500 Hz 10 min axis Random 2 09 grms 5 500 Hz 10 min axis Swept Sine 0 5 g 5 500 Hz 10 min axis Shock Operating Transportation Pulse duration 3 ms velocity 60 in s Minimum 50 g Humidity Operating Storage 15 to 95 Relative Humidity RH Altitude Opera...

Page 29: ...is chapter provides simple quick check instructions to verify the U1810B USB Switch s functionality prior to usage It also provides information to get you started on the Soft Front Panel SFP of the U1810B NOTE The installation software may contain references to Agilent Please note that Agilent s Test and Measurement business has become Keysight Technologies Any program file folder name that contai...

Page 30: ...re is suspected Operator s check for the S parameter test Any network analyzer with a USB supply can be used for performance test verification The equipment setup is illustrated in Table 4 1 Figure 4 1 Quick check configuration for the S parameter test CAUTION ESD exceeding the level specified in Table 3 2 or the RF power applied is greater than the maximum specified as in Table 3 1 may cause perm...

Page 31: ...e button on the U1810B to Port 1 You will hear a clicking sound indicating the mechanical switch is switching and the LED at Port 1 of the U1810B lights up 6 Obtain the measurement results for Input Return Loss and Insertion Loss for the U1810B 7 Compare the measurement results to the specifications in Table 3 1 8 Repeat steps 3 to 7 for Port 2 of the U1810B and verify against Table 3 1 NOTE A swi...

Page 32: ...ontrolling the U1810B 1 Refer to Chapter 2 Software Installation to install the SFP 2 Launch the SFP software from the desktop by double clicking the SFP icon or from Start All Programs Keysight U1810B U1810B SFP 3 The SFP window will appear as shown below Figure 4 2 U1810B SFP window 4 The main SFP interface is shown in Figure 4 3 and described in Table 4 1 Figure 4 3 U1810B main SFP interface ...

Page 33: ...ot to connect or disconnect any USB devices 3 User Defined Sequence button Opens the User Defined Sequence window which allows you to configure the switching sequence 4 Lock button Locks unlocks the switch Locking the switch prevents manual toggling of the switch ports It disables the switch toggle button on the U1810B switch casing to prevent a change of state without notifying the SFP 5 Switch r...

Page 34: ... 2 click the Simulation radio button Then click Simulate to access the main interface of the U1810B b To operate the U1810B On the U1810B main SFP interface as shown in Figure 4 4 click either Port 1 or Port 2 of the switch to make a connection with the Common COM port Figure 4 4 U1810B main SFP interface c To operate the U1810B as a 1 x 4 switch matrix You can perform a 1 x 4 matrix switching by ...

Page 35: ...are similar to the User Defined Sequence for the main U1810B operation Refer to To configure the User Defined Sequence on page 36 for details The Refresh button when clicked allows you to refresh the switch matrix During the refresh operation a message will appear to inform you not to connect or disconnect any USB devices The menu bar provides the following functions Table 4 2 1 x 4 Switch Matrix ...

Page 36: ...ify the time delay for each sequence at the Wait mSec field you can double click on the particular field Figure 4 6 User Defined Sequence window The Sequence Programming area allows you to add or delete a sequence by selecting the entire row and clicking the respective buttons You can also specify the number of times to repeat the entire sequence at the Loop field Help Help Opens the help file Onl...

Page 37: ...scribed in Table 4 3 Table 4 3 User Defined Sequence menu bar Item Function description Program New Opens a new table This new table will replace the existing table Save Saves the existing table data to a file at user s personal folder Keysight U1810B Sequence If you click Open Path you will be directed to all the saved table data files at user s personal folder Keysight U1810B Sequence Recall Rec...

Page 38: ...to permanently clear the cycle count for the selected switch f To reset the U1810B On the main SFP interface as shown in Figure 4 4 click Utility Reset from the menu bar to reset the U1810B g To monitor driver calls The Driver Call Log allows you to identify the commands required to operate the U1810B switch Each log entry corresponds to an operation triggered via the SFP On the main SFP interface...

Page 39: ...perating Guide 4 Keysight U1810B Operating and Service Manual 39 To erase all the driver calls from the log click Clear Log 6 To get help using the SFP refer to the Help file from the main SFP interface ...

Page 40: ...rial number 3 string InstrumentFirmwareRevision Return the firmware revision 4 StatusEnum RFPath1 Set the RF path to Port 1 5 StatusEnum RFPath2 Set the RF path to Port 2 6 StatusEnum GetRFPath ref int PathNo Obtain the RF path 7 StatusEnum GetRelayCount ref int cyclecount Obtain the cycle count 8 StatusEnum ClearRelayCount Clear the cycle count 9 StatusEnum LockOut boolean state Set the manual sw...

Page 41: ... Programs Keysight U1810B Examples VS NET CSharp with the file name of DLL_CS_Example1 Control via C The C example file is located on the U1810B product software and information CD U1810 90001 After installation has completed you can launch it from Start All Programs Keysight U1810B Examples VS NET Cpp with the file name of DLL_Cpp_Example1 Control via Keysight VEE The Keysight VEE example file is...

Page 42: ... it become necessary to return the U1810B for repair or service contact your nearest Keysight Sales and Service Center Maintenance The connectors of the U1810B particularly the connector faces must be kept clean Keysight recommends that the connectors be periodically inspected and cleaned if necessary For instructions on the connection and maintenance of your connectors refer to the Connector Care...

Page 43: ...n is subject to change without notice Always refer to the English version at the Keysight Web site for the latest revision Keysight Technologies 2014 2016 Edition 4 April 2016 U1810 90002 U1810 90002 www keysight com ...

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