Keysight N5186A User Manual

MXG Vector Signal Generator
N5186A MXG Vector Signal Generator
This manual provides documentation for the N5186A running on the Linux operating system and X-Series Signal Analyzer running on the
Windows operating system.
MEASUREMENT GUIDE

Keysight N5186A Specifications

General

Brand	Keysight
Model	N5186A
Category	Signal Processors
Language	English

Summary

Basic Measurements

Overview

Provides a general introduction to the Keysight N5186A MXG signal generator.

Equipment Setup

Details the physical connections between the MXG and the signal analyzer.

Setting Up Triggers on the Signal Analyzer

Configures the trigger source and level for signal acquisition.

Making Measurements

Covers procedures for basic signal generation, modulation, and analysis.

Corrections

Corrections/De-embedding Using PathWave E7653APPC Software

Explains removing test fixture and cabling effects using software.

Adding Fixture Blocks using s2p Files

Describes how to add s2p files to correct amplitude and phase.

Using a Spectrum Analyzer to Make the Corrections Measurement

Details steps to measure corrections using a spectrum analyzer.

Using a Power Meter to Make the Corrections Measurement

Outlines the procedure for making corrections with a power meter.

5G New Radio (NR) Measurements

5G Waveform, EVM, and ACP Analysis

Covers 5G testing, observing EVM and ACP using analyzer, including trigger setup.

Setting Up a 1 CC 3.5 GHz EVM Measurement

Step-by-step guide to measure EVM for 1 CC 3.5 GHz signals.

Setting Up a 1 CC 3.5 GHz ACP Measurement

Procedure for setting up and measuring ACP for 1 CC 3.5 GHz signals.

Custom Modulation Measurements

Using PathWave E7608APPC to Create a Waveform File then Automatically Configure the Analyzer to View the Results

Guide to creating and analyzing waveforms using PathWave software and auto-configuring the analyzer.