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HP 8920B - User Manual

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HP 8920B RF Communications Test Set
HP-IB Programmer’s Guide
Firmware Versions: HP 8920B B.05.00 and above
HP Part No. 08920-90222
Printed in U. S. A.
September 1997
Rev. B
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HP 8920B Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Resolution1 Hz
RF Generator Resolution1 Hz
RF Generator Output Level-127 dBm to +13 dBm
RF Generator Output Accuracy±1 dB
RF Analyzer Resolution1 Hz
RF Analyzer Accuracy±1 dB
Audio Generator Frequency Range20 Hz to 20 kHz
Audio Analyzer Frequency Range20 Hz to 20 kHz
Receiver Sensitivity-120 dBm
TypeCommunication Test Set
Modulation TypesAM, FM
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Summary

Using HP-IB

Overview of the Test Set

Provides a general overview of the Test Set's capabilities and operational modes.

Getting Started

Introduces HP-IB and its basic capabilities for controlling the Test Set.

Remote Operation

Details how the Test Set can be operated remotely via HP-IB.

Addressing

Explains HP-IB addressing and how to set and display the bus address.

Methods For Reading Measurement Results

Background

Explains the process of querying measurement results and preventing control program hangs.

HP BASIC ‘ON TIMEOUT’ Example Program

Demonstrates a technique for handling measurement timeouts using the ON TIMEOUT command.

HP BASIC ‘MAV’ Example Program

Shows how to use the MAV bit for handling measurement timeouts when values are not adequate.

HP-IB Command Guidelines

Sequential and Overlapped Commands

Differentiates between sequential and overlapped commands and explains the Test Set's command processing.

Guidelines for Operation

Provides rules and guidelines for controlling the Test Set through HP-IB, including command names and punctuation.

Specifying Units-of-Measure for Settings and Measurement Results

Explains the different sets of units (Display, HP-IB, Attribute) used in the Test Set.

HP-IB Units (UNITs)

Defines HP-IB units used for sending and receiving numeric data.

Attribute Units (AUNits)

Explains attribute units used for MEASure commands.

Using the STATe Command

Details how to programmatically turn measurements, instrument functions, and data functions ON or OFF.

HP-IB Commands

HP-IB Syntax Diagrams

Provides a listing of HP-IB command syntax diagrams for various instruments and functions.

Adjacent Channel Power (ACP)

Describes the syntax for ACP measurements.

AF Analyzer

Details the HP-IB commands for configuring and using the AF Analyzer.

AF Generator 1

Explains HP-IB commands for AF Generator 1 settings.

AF Generator 2 Pre-Modulation Filters

Describes commands for configuring pre-modulation filters for AF Generator 2.

AF Generator 2;Encoder

Details HP-IB commands for AF Generator 2 and its encoder functions.

CDCSs and DTMF

Explains HP-IB commands related to CDCSs and DTMF functions.

DPAGing

Details HP-IB commands for DPAGing functions.

FGENerator and TSEQuential

Explains HP-IB commands for FGENerator and TSEQuential functions.

NMT

Details HP-IB commands for NMT functions.

LTR

Explains HP-IB commands for LTR functions.

EDACs

Details HP-IB commands for EDACs functions.

MPT1327

Explains HP-IB commands for MPT1327 functions.

Configure, I;O Configure

Details HP-IB commands for configuring system settings and I/O.

Advanced Operations

Increasing Measurement Throughput

Discusses methods to optimize measurement speed and increase throughput.

Screen Display Time

Explains the time taken to change and update screens, and how to lock/unlock the display.

Status Reporting

Describes the status reporting structure, registers, and common commands.

HP-IB Service Requests

Describes how to configure the Test Set to request service using the Service Request (SRQ) function.

Instrument Initialization

Discusses methods available to initialize the Test Set to a known state.

Passing Control

Explains how communications on the HP-IB bus are managed and control is passed.

Memory Cards;Mass Storage

Mass Storage Device Overview

Provides an overview of internal and external mass storage devices available in the Test Set.

Default File System

Details the Test Set's default file system (DOS) and support for LIF format.

Initializing Media for DOS or LIF File System

Explains how to initialize media for DOS or LIF file systems using the Test Set.

Test Set File Types

Lists the file types supported by the Test Set file system.

Storing Code Files

Describes IBASIC commands SAVE and STORE for program code storage.

Using the ROM Disk

Provides information on Test Procedures stored on the internal ROM disk.

Using Memory Cards

Explains the use of OTP and SRAM memory cards for removable storage.

Default Mass Storage Locations

Identifies the default mass storage locations for IBASIC Controller and Save/Recall registers.

Selecting the Mass Storage Location

Details how to select mass storage locations using IBASIC commands.

IBASIC Controller

Introduction

Introduces the IBASIC controller and its role in programming the Test Set.

The IBASIC Controller Screen

Describes the dedicated screen for interfacing with the built-in IBASIC controller.

Important Notes for Program Development

Provides key considerations for designing and writing IBASIC programs for the Test Set.

Program Development

Outlines three recommended approaches for developing IBASIC programs.

Method #1. Program Development on an External BASIC Language Computer

Details the process of developing programs using an external BASIC language computer.

HP BASIC for Windows PC Configuration for Windows NT Operating System

Provides steps for configuring a PC for HP BASIC development.

Program Development Procedure

Outlines the procedure for developing and downloading programs to the Test Set.

Downloading Programs to the Test Set through HP-IB

Details the commands used to download IBASIC programs via HP-IB.

Uploading Programs from the Test Set to an External BASIC Controller through HP-IB

Explains how to upload IBASIC programs from the Test Set to an external controller.

Serial I;O from IBASIC Programs

Describes using serial ports for input/output with IBASIC programs.

Serial Port 9 Configuration

Details the configuration settings for Serial Port 9.

Serial Port 10 Information

Provides information and default settings for Serial Port 10.

PROGram Subsystem

Introduces the PROGram Subsystem for generating and controlling IBASIC programs.

Unsupported SCPI Commands

Lists SCPI commands not supported by the Test Set.

PROGram Subsystem Commands

Explains the notation and syntax rules for PROGram Subsystem commands.

[:SELected]

Describes commands that access the IBASIC program resident in the Test Set.

:DELete:ALL

Details the command to delete all IBASIC programs from the Test Set.

:EXECute <program_command>

Explains how to execute IBASIC program commands from an external controller.

:NUMber <varname>{,<nvalues>}

Describes how to set numeric variables or arrays in an IBASIC program.

:STRing <varname>{,<svalues>}

Explains how to set string variables or arrays in an IBASIC program.

:STATe RUN|PAUSe|STOP|CONTinue

Details how to set the execution state of an IBASIC program.

:STATe?

Explains how to query the current execution state of an IBASIC program.

:WAIT

Describes how the :WAIT command stops command execution until the IBASIC program state changes.

Programming The Call Processing Subsystem

Programming The Call Processing Subsystem

Introduces controlling the Call Processing Subsystem using its remote user interface.

Description of the Call Processing Subsystem’s Remote User Interface

Outlines the components of the remote user interface for the Call Processing Subsystem.

Operational Overview

Explains how the Test Set simulates a cellular base station for call processing.

Call Processing State Diagram

Illustrates the primary call processing states and transitions.

Using the Call Processing Subsystem’s Remote User Interface

Details how to use the remote user interface for call processing functions.

Accessing the Call Processing Subsystem Screens

Explains how to access various Call Processing Subsystem screens.

Command Syntax

Details the programming commands and syntax for the Call Processing Subsystem.

Conditioning the Test Set for Call Processing

Provides recommended steps for setting up the Test Set for call processing.

Call Processing Subsystem HP-IB Error Messages

Lists HP-IB error messages specific to the Call Processing Subsystem.

Reading A Call Processing Subsystem HP-IB Error Messages

Explains how to retrieve error messages from the Error Message Queue.

Call Processing Status Register Group

Describes the Call Processing Status Register Group for monitoring subsystem states.

Advantages;Disadvantages of Polling

Discusses the pros and cons of using polling for state determination.

Advantages;Disadvantages of Using Service Request

Discusses the pros and cons of using service requests for state notification.

When To Query Data Messages Received From The Mobile Station

Guides on when to query data messages after state transitions are complete.

Programming The CALL CONTROL Screen

Details the primary screen for controlling call processing functions.

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