Keysight Technologies N5172B EXG

User’s Guide
Keysight X-Series
Signal Generators
N5171B/72B/73B EXG
N5181B/82B/83B MXG

Keysight Technologies N5172B EXG Specifications

General

Brand	Keysight Technologies
Model	N5172B EXG
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English

Summary

Models, Options, and FrontRear Panels for All Models

N5171 BN5181 B RF Analog Signal Generators, Options and Features

Details the options and features available for Keysight N5171B/N5181B RF Analog signal generators.

N5172 BN5182 B RF Vector Signal Generators, Options and Features

Details the options and features available for Keysight N5172B/N5182B RF Vector signal generators.

N5173 BN5183 B Microwave Analog Signal Generators, Options and Features

Details the options and features available for Keysight N5173B/N5183B Microwave Analog signal generators.

Front Panel Overview

Provides an overview of the signal generator's front panel controls and indicators.

Rear Panel Overview (N5171 B, N5172 B, N5181 B, & N5182 B)

Details the connectors and functions available on the rear panel for N5171B/72B and N5181B/82B models.

Rear Panel Overview (N5173 B & N5183 B)

Details the connectors and functions available on the rear panel for N5173B/83B models.

Modes of Operation for All Models

Digital Modulation Mode (N5172 B82 B RF Vector Models w Option 65 x Only)

Covers Digital Modulation modes for N5172B/82B models with Option 65x, utilizing I/Q modulation.

Front Panel Operation for All Models

Returning to a Known State with the Preset Key

Explains how to return the signal generator to a known state using the Preset or User Preset keys.

EnteringEditing Numbers and Text with Number and Arrow Keys

Details how to enter numeric and alphanumeric data using the front panel keypad and arrow keys.

Setting Frequency and Amplitude with FREQ and AMPTD Keys

Guides on setting the signal generator's frequency and amplitude using dedicated front panel keys.

Optimizing Performance for All Models

Using the Dual Power Meter Display (with USB U2000 A Series Power Sensors)

Details how to use the dual power meter display to show frequency and power from one or two power sensors.

Using Flatness Correction

Explains how to perform digital adjustment of RF output amplitude to compensate for external losses.

Using Internal Channel Correction (N5172 B82 B Only)

Describes the internal calibration routine to correct RF and baseband magnitude and phase errors.

Using External Leveling (N5173 B83 B Only)

Covers using external leveling to move the ALC feedback source closer to the DUT for accurate power control.

Using Unleveled Operating Modes

Using Pulse Modulation for All Models with Options UNU, UNW, 320

The Basic Procedure

Pulse Train (Option 320 - Requires: Option UNW)

Basic Digital Operation for N5172 B82 B-No BBG Option Installed

IQ Modulation

Covers I/Q modulation, its contribution to error vector magnitude, and front panel input configuration.

Basic Digital Operation for N5172 B82 B with Options 653655656657

Storing, Loading, and Playing a Waveform Segment

Using Waveform Markers

Triggering a Waveform

Covers configuring trigger settings for data transmission, including trigger type and source.

Clipping a Waveform

Scaling a Waveform

Setting the Baseband Frequency Offset

Using IQ Modulation

Covers I/Q signal source selection, output path optimization, and front panel I/Q input configuration.

IQ Calibration

Multiple Baseband Generator Synchronization

Using Custom Digital Modulation for N5172 B82 B with Option 431 and 653655656657

Using ARB Custom Modulation Softkeys

Creating and Using Bit Files

Using the Arbitrary Waveform Generator

Using Finite Impulse Response (FIR) Filters with Custom Modulation

Using the Custom Real-Time IQ Baseband Generator

Using Multitone and Two-Tone Waveforms for N5172 B82 B with Option 430 and 653655656657

Creating a Custom Multitone Waveform

Creating a Custom Two-Tone Waveform

Minimizing Carrier Feedthrough

Adding Real-Time Noise to a Signal for N5172 B82 B with Option 403 and 653655656657

Adding Real-Time Noise (AWGN) to a Dual ARB Waveform

Using Real-Time Phase Noise Impairments for N5172 B82 B with Option 432 and 653655656657

Using Real-Time Phase Noise Impairment Softkeys

DAC Over-Range Conditions and Scaling

Using Real-Time Fading for N5172 B82 B with Option 660 and 653655656657

Using Real-Time Fading Softkeys

To configure a Real-Time Fading simulation

Using Avionics VORILS Softkeys for N5171 B72 B and N5181 B82 B with Option 302

To set the VOR mode that produces a full or partial VOR signal

To set the ILS Localizer softkeys

To set the ILS Glide Slope softkeys

Using Baseband Operating Mode for N5172 B82 B (Primary, BERT, or N5102 A)

To set the Baseband Operating Mode to BERT

Guides on setting the Baseband Operating Mode to BERT, enabling BERT features while disabling N5102A features.

To set the Baseband Operating Mode to N5102 A

Explains how to set the Baseband Operating Mode to N5102A, supporting N5102A features but disabling BERT.

To set the Baseband Operating Mode to Primary

Using BERT for N5172 B82 B with Option UN7

Bit Error Rate Test

Describes the Bit Error Rate Test (BERT) capability for analyzing digital communications equipment.

Clock Gate Function

ClockGate Delay Function

Triggering

Describes the operating principles of the triggering function for Option UN7.

Testing Signal Definitions

Verifying BERT Operation

Provides procedures to verify the BERT operation and check measurement validity.

BERT Measurement Setup Using Self-Test Mode

Details the steps to set up the signal generator for BERT measurement self-test mode.

Measurement Example Using Custom Digital Modulation

Provides an example of setting up the signal generator for BERT measurement using Custom Digital Modulation.

Using the N5102 A Digital Signal Interface Module for N5172 B82 B with Option 003004 and 653655656657

Clock Timing

Parallel and Parallel Interleaved Port Configuration Clock Rates

Clock Source

Operating the N5102 A Module in Output Mode

Shows how to set parameters for the N5102A module in the output direction using the signal generator UI.

Operating the N5102 A Module in Input Mode

Details how to set parameters for the N5102A module in the input direction using the signal generator UI.

Troubleshooting

Display

Signal Generator Lock-Up

Provides steps to resolve signal generator lock-ups, including checking remote mode and local lockout.

RF Output

Covers troubleshooting RF output issues such as no output, low power, distortion, and signal loss.

Sweep

Preset

Error Messages

Explains different types of error messages and how to interpret them for troubleshooting.

Front Panel Tests

Self Test Overview

Contacting Keysight Technologies