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Anritsu MD8470A Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 (217) 352-9330 | Click HERE Find the Anritsu MD8470A at our website:...
  • Page 2 MD8470A Signalling Tester Operation Manual Fourth Edition For safety and warning information, please read this manual before attempting to use the equipment. Keep this manual with the equipment. ANRITSU CORPORATION Document No.: M-W2432AE-4.0 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 3 Insure that you clearly understand the meanings of the sym- bols BEFORE using the equipment. Some or all of the following five symbols may not be used on all Anritsu equipment. In addition, there may be other labels attached to products which are not shown in the diagrams in this manual.

  • Page 4: For Safety

    For Safety WARNING 1. ALWAYS refer to the operation manual when working near locations at which the alert mark shown on the left is attached. If the opera- tion, etc., is performed without heeding the advice in the operation manual, there is a risk of personal injury. In addition, the equipment performance may be reduced.
  • Page 5 5. The performance-guarantee seal verifies the integrity of the equipment. Calibration To ensure the continued integrity of the equipment, only Anritsu service personnel, or service personnel of an Anritsu sales representative, should break this seal to repair or calibrate the equipment. If the performance-guarantee seal is broken by you or a third party, the performance of the equipment cannot be guaranteed.
  • Page 6 For Safety CAUTION 1. Keep the power supply and cooling fan free of dust. Clean the power inlet regularly. If dust accumulates around the power pins, there is a risk of fire. Cleaning Keep the cooling fan clean so that the ventilation holes are not ob- structed.
  • Page 7 Back-up Battery up the memory. This battery must be replaced by a service engineer when it has reached the end of its useful life; contact the Anritsu sales section or your nearest representative. Note: The battery used in this equipment has a maximum useful life of 7 years.
  • Page 8 In addition, this warranty is valid only for the original equipment pur- chaser. It is not transferable if the equipment is resold. Anritsu Corporation will not accept liability for equipment faults due to unforeseen and unusual circumstances, nor for faults due to mishandling by the customer.
  • Page 9 Notes On Export Management This product and its manuals may require an Export License/Approval by the Government of the product's country of origin for re-export from your country. Before re-exporting the product or manuals, please contact us to confirm whether they are export-controlled items or not. When you dispose of export-controlled items, the products/manuals are needed to be broken/shredded so as not to be unlawfully used for military purpose.
  • Page 10 Union. For Products placed on the EU market after August 13, 2005, please con- tact your local Anritsu representative at the end of the product's useful life to arrange disposal in accordance with your initial contract and the local law.
  • Page 11 2. Copyright (1) Although you are licensed to use this software, Anritsu retains the copyright. (2) Although you have purchased this software, rights other than those specified in this License are not transferred to you.
  • Page 12 CE Conformity marking Anritsu affixes the CE Conformity marking on the following product (s) in accordance with the Council Directive 93/68/EEC to indicate that they conform with the EMC and LVD directive of the European Union (EU). CE marking 1. Product Model...
  • Page 13 3. Applied Standards EMC:Emission: EN61326: 1997 / A2: 2001 (Class A) Immunity:EN61326: 1997 / A2: 2001 (Annex A) Performance Criteria* IEC 61000-4-2 (ESD) IEC 61000-4-3 (EMF) IEC 61000-4-4 (Burst) IEC 61000-4-5 (Surge) IEC 61000-4-6 (CRF) IEC 61000-4-8 (RPFMF) IEC 61000-4-11 (V dip/short) *: Performance Criteria A: During testing normal performance within the speci- fication limits...
  • Page 14 C-tick Conformity marking Anritsu affixes the C-tick marking on the following product (s) in accor- dance with the regulation to indicate that they conform with the EMC framework of Australia/New Zealand. C-tick marking 1. Product Model Model: MD8470A Signalling Tester...
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  • Page 16: About This Manual

    About This Manual The MD8470A Signalling Tester (hereinafter, referred to as MD8470A) is a test equipment platform that can simulate mobile communications net- work and provides test environment for various call processing statuses and services. When using this equipment, it is necessary to install simulation kit and add optional devices according to a test method and the specifications that the user equipment (hereinafter referred to as UE) conforms to.
  • Page 17 When unpacking the package and taking out the main unit and accesso- ries, check that all the products listed in the supplied component list are provided. If a missing or damaged component is found, contact Anritsu or its distributor. The following components are provided with this product. Refer to Sec- tion 1.3 “Product Composition”...
  • Page 18 Section 2 Setup This section describes the name and function of each part, installa- tion of the MD8470A, and connection method with external devices. Read this section before using this equipment. Section 3 Getting Started...
  • Page 19 Notations in This Manual Notation (font) Example Meaning Indicates a panel key. Character strings printed on the panel key or Enter function name (in case there is no printing) are written. Indicates to press a panel key af- ter pressing Extn . This proce- dure is used to execute the func- Extn + Extn +...

  • Page 20: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents For Safety ............ About This Manual........Section 1 Overview........Product Overview and Uses ......... Features................ Product Composition............. Specifications..............Section 2 Setup.......... Part Names and Functions ........... Installation..............2-11 Connection..............2-15 Section 3 Getting Started......Power On ..............Basic Operations............
  • Page 21 Appendix A Performance Test Result Form......... Appendix B Returning to the State at Factory Shipment ....Index .............. Index-1 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 22 This section describes an overview of the MD8470A on its features and specifications. Product Overview and Uses ........1-2 Features..............1-3 Product Composition ..........1-4 1.3.1 Standard composition........1-4 1.3.2 Unit options............ 1-4 1.3.3 Simulation kit ..........1-5 1.3.4 Application parts ..........1-5 1.3.5 Warrantee service and support service..

  • Page 23: Product Overview And Uses

    1.1 Product Overview and Uses The MD8470A Signalling Tester (hereinafter, referred to as MD8470A) is a test equipment platform that can simulate mobile communications net- work and provides test environment for various call processing statuses and services. Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 24: Features

    1.2 Features The following are features of the MD8470A. (1) A platform superb in flexibility and expandability Multiple specifications can be tested with one MD8470A unit as it comes loaded with corresponding units and options. It is suitable for dual terminal development of W-CDMA and GSM/GPRS, and de- velopment of service corresponding to both systems.

  • Page 25: Product Composition

    Wheel mouse Keyboard (English) Selected with OS option. 1.3.2 Unit options The following shows unit options for the MD8470A. All unit options are sold separately. Specify the model name, code, product name and quan- tity when ordering. Table 1.3.2-1 Unit options...

  • Page 26: Simulation Kit

    1.3.3 Simulation kit Table 1.3.3-1 Simulation kit Model Name/Code Product Name Remarks MX847010A W-CDMA/GSM Simulation Kit MX847010A-01 EGPRS Software MX847011A W-CDMA Ciphering Software MX847030A CDMA2000(R) Simulation Kit MX847030A-01 Multi Sector/Multi Carrier 1.3.4 Application parts Table 1.3.4-1 Application parts Model Product Name Remarks Name/Code Z0749...

  • Page 27: Warrantee Service And Support Service

    1.3.5 Warrantee service and support service Table 1.3.5-1 Warrantee service and support service Model Name/Code Product Name Remarks MD8470A-90 Extended Three Year Service MD8470A-91 Extended Five Year Service MX847010A-20 MX847010A Support Service (One Year) MX847030A-20 MX847030A Support Service (One Year)

  • Page 28: Specifications

    1.4 Specifications The following shows the specifications for the MD8470A. Table 1.4-1 Specifications Item Specifications Overall RF input/output connector (RF Main, RF Aux1, RF Aux2) Connector: N type Impedance: Reference oscillator Frequency: 10 MHz Level: TTL level Connector: BNC type –8...
  • Page 29 Table 1.4-1 Specifications (Cont’d) Item Specifications Reception Charac- Frequency teristics Frequency range: 400 to 2700 MHz Set resolution: 100 Hz Level Maximum input level: +34 dBm General Display Screen: Color TFT LCD screen Size: 10.4 inches Dot count: 1024 768 dots External interface Trigger I/O: BNC connector...
  • Page 30 Table 1.4-1 Specifications (Cont’d) Item Specifications Power 100 to 120 VAC/200 to 240 VAC (–15%/+10%, Max. 250 V), 50 to 60 Hz, 300 VA Dimensions/Mass 426 (W) × 221.5 (H) × 281 (D) mm (Excluding protrusions), 17 kg (When all options installed) Operating Tem- +5 to +40 C, 95% (No condensation) perature Range &...
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  • Page 32 This section describes names and functions of each part, setting up the MD8470A and the connection method to external devices. Part Names and Functions ........2-2 2.1.1 External appearance ........2-2 2.1.2 Front panel ............ 2-3 2.1.3 Rear panel ............. 2-7 Installation..............

  • Page 33: Part Names And Functions

    2.1 Part Names and Functions This section describes names and functions of the panel keys to operate the MD8470A and connectors to connect external devices. 2.1.1 External appearance The front panel consists of an LCD, panel keys, connectors, etc. The rear panel consists of power inlet, connectors, etc.

  • Page 34: Front Panel

    2.1.2 Front panel Fig. 2.1.2-1 Front panel (1) Power switch This is the switch to switch power ON or to standby (Stby). RF connector RF Main Main I/O connector This is an N-type main I/O connector. It is used as an input connec- tor when Input is lit, as an output connector when Output is lit and as an I/O connector when both Input and Output are lit.
  • Page 35 Fig. 2.1.2-2 Front panel (2) Trackball Operations equivalent to a mouse that can connect to the rear panel of the MD8470A are enabled by using the Left key, Right key and pointer. Left Left key These keys are equivalent to the left-click of a mouse. Either of the two Left keys, one on the left and the other on the right, may be used.
  • Page 36 8 to 16 Fig. 2.1.2-3 Front panel (3) Entry keys < > Cursor keys These are keys for moving the cursor. These are equivalent to the cursor keys on a keyboard. Enter Enter key This key is equivalent to the Enter key on a keyboard.
  • Page 37 A to F This key inputs A-F for hexadecimal numbers. 19. HDD Hard disk access lamp This lights when accessing the hard disk installed in the MD8470A. 20. Handset Handset connector This is a connector used to connect the handset (standard accessory).

  • Page 38: Rear Panel

    This is a BNC connector for inputting an external reference signal. 10MHz Buff Output Reference signal output connector This is a BNC connector for outputting a reference signal built into the MD8470A. Freq Adj Frequency adjustment This is a trimmer for adjusting a reference oscillation frequency.
  • Page 39 ISDN1 port This is a connector for ISDN (PRI). This is currently unavailable. 12. Reset Reset This is a button for resetting the MD8470A. Press with a fine- tipped item. 13. Keyboard Keyboard This is a connector for connecting the standard accessory keyboard.
  • Page 40 Name plate 19 20 Fig. 2.1.3-3 Rear panel (3) 19. Ethernet0 Ethernet0 port This is an RJ-45 connector for connecting to an external PC, etc. 20. Ethernet1 Ethernet1 port This is an RJ-45 connector for connecting to an external PC, etc. 21.
  • Page 41 (Stby) when the main power supply is turned ON. 25. Safety label This is a WARNING label for safely using the MD8470A. Follow the contents written on it. WARNING NO OPERATOR SERVICE-...

  • Page 42: Installation

    2.2 Installation Install the MD8470A after taking out it from the packing box and check- ing its contents. This section describes how to install the MD8470A and other caution notes. 2.2.1 Transport Hold the grips attached on the right and left, and keep the device level when transporting it.
  • Page 43 See Fig. 2.2.2-2 when attaching a tilt stand to the MD8470A. Tilt stand Fig. 2.2.2-2 MD8470A with tilt stand Right Wrong Fig. 2.2.2-3 Installation orientation Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 44 Locations where exposed to active gasses Do not place it in locations where the MD8470A may be exposed to active gasses. This may cause fire or acci- dents due to damage to the device, etc.

  • Page 45: Stack Installation

    When installing with one MD8470A unit stacked on top of another, align the four feet located at the corners on the bottom side of the MD8470A that will go on top and the four adjusters located on the corners of the top side of the equipment that will go on the bottom.

  • Page 46: Connection

    Insert the power-cord plug into the power outlet. 2.3.2 Checking power voltage CAUTION Use the MD8470A in the power voltage range indicated below to operate the MD8470A normally. Electric shock, fire, accidents and malfunctions may occur when power voltages other than the following are used.

  • Page 47: Protective Grounding

    Ground the tip of the green-colored wire of the conversion adapter or the grounding terminal on the rear panel before adding power to the MD8470A when there is no 3-pole (2-pole grounding type) power outlet. Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 48: Connecting To Ue

    (Example) When connecting UE via RF main I/O connector Connect the RF signal I/O of UE and the RF Main connector located on the front panel of the MD8470A using the RF cable. Prepare separate adap- ters when direct connection is not available.

  • Page 49: Connecting Handset

    2.3.5 Connecting handset The Handset connector on the front panel of the MD8470A is a connector for connecting the handset (standard accessory) used for the voice call testing of the UE. Refer to the Operation Manual of the simulation kit for detailed test methods using the handset.

  • Page 50: Reference Signal I/O Connectors

    Input a fre- quency within 0.5 ppm and at a level of 0 dBm or higher. Set whether to use the reference signal built into the MD8470A or an ex- ternal reference signal with the utility. Refer to Section 3.3.2 “Switching reference signal”...

  • Page 51: Call Processing Timing Connectors

    Refer to the Operation Manual of the simulation kit for detailed use of the Call Proc Timing I/O A to D connectors. The rear panel of the MD8470A has the VGA connector, which is an iden- tical 15-pin Mini D-Sub connector. Check the connector labels when connecting and be careful so as not to connect to the wrong connection point.
  • Page 52 The MN8110B is a unit that converts from a 15-pin Mini D-Sub connector to a BNC connector. The input/output signal for the Call Proc Timing I/O connector of the MD8470A can be input and output from the MN8110B BNC connector by connecting the Call Proc I/O connector (15-pin Mini D- Sub) on the MN8110B rear panel to the Call Proc Timing I/O connector of the MD8470A using the connection cable supplied with the MN8110B.
  • Page 53 Front panel Fig. 2.3.8-1 MN8110B external appearance CAUTION Connect by positioning the label description of the connec- tion cable “inch” on the MD8470A side, and the “mm” on the MN8110B side. Fig. 2.3.8-2 MN8110B front panel 1. Data Input Data input connector 2.
  • Page 54 SYNC IN SYNC Output SYNC OUT Fig. 2.3.8-3 MN8110B rear panel Call Proc I/O Connect to the MD8470A Call Proc Timing I/O connector. Name plate When connecting to Call Proc Timing I/O connector A MN8110B rear panel MD8470A rear panel Fig.

  • Page 55: Call Processing Serial Connectors

    Refer to the Operation Manual of the simulation kit for detailed use of the Call Proc Serial I/O A to D connectors. The rear panel of the MD8470A has the RS-232C connector, which is an identical 9-pin D-Sub connector (female). Check the connector labels when connecting and be careful so as not to connect to the wrong connec- tion point.

  • Page 56: Call Processing Ethernet Connectors

    MD8470A are RJ-45 connectors to perform communication tests between the MD8470A and the test terminal. The MD8470A comes with Slots A to D for attaching a signalling unit to the MD8470A, and each A to D con- nector corresponds to Slots A to D of the MD8470A, respectively.
  • Page 57 Do not connect Call Proc Ethernet I/O A to D connectors to the networks such as the Internet. Anritsu is not responsible for any damage caused by con- nection to a network Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 58: Isdn Connectors

    2.3.11 ISDN connectors The ISDN0 connector on the rear panel of the MD8470A main unit is a connector for connecting to an ISDN device (BRI). Use a cable with shielding in order to observe radiation interference specifications. The ISDN1 connector on the rear panel of the MD8470A main unit is a connector for connecting to an ISDN device (PRI).

  • Page 59: Rs-232C Connector

    2.3.12 RS-232C connector The RS-232C connector located on the rear panel of the MD8470A is a 9- pin D-Sub (female) connector for connecting to an external PC, etc. The rear panel of the MD8470A has the Call Proc Serial I/O connectors which are identical 9-pin D-Sub connectors (female).

  • Page 60: Ethernet Connectors

    10BASE-T/100BASE-TX is supported. Use a cable with shielding in or- der to observe radiation interference specifications. The rear panel of the MD8470A has Call Proc Ethernet connectors and ISDN connectors, which are identical RJ-45 connectors. Check the con- nector labels when connecting and be careful so as not to connect to the wrong connection point.

  • Page 61: Mouse And Keyboard Connectors

    Refer to Section 3.2.9 “Using PCMCIA” for details. 2.3.17 Headphone and Microphone jacks The Headphone jack on the rear panel of the MD8470A is a jack for in- serting the 3.5-mm diam headphone terminal. The Microphone jack on the rear panel of the MD8470A is a jack for in- serting the 3.5-mm diam microphone.

  • Page 62: External Monitor

    2.3.18 External monitor The VGA connector located on the rear panel of the MD8470A is a 15-pin Mini D-Sub connector for connecting to an external monitor. An external display can be used if the external display designation is set to enabled.
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  • Page 64 This section describes how to use power ON/OFF, basic operations method, how to use the utility and error displays. Refer to the Operation Manual of the simulation kit for detailed test operation methods. Power On ..............3-2 Basic Operations ............3-4 3.2.1 Basic use ............

  • Page 65: Power On

    Fig. 3.1-1 Standby status (power switch Stby lamp lights up) When using the keyboard and mouse (standard accessory), connect them to the rear panel of the MD8470A before turning the MD8470A Press the power switch on the front panel for one second or longer to switch On.
  • Page 66 Although you can switch to the BIOS Setup Screen by pressing the F2 key on the keyboard while Windows is starting up with the MD8470A, do not switch to the BIOS Setup screen. In addition, avoid making any BIOS setting changes.

  • Page 67: Basic Operations

    When “Reference” is selected: The reference signal settings are switched to built-in signals of the MD8470A or external signals. Refer to Section 3.3.2 “Switching ref- erence signal” for details. When “Brightness” is selected: The brightness adjustment dialog-box is displayed.

  • Page 68: Operating Windows

    Anritsu is not responsible for data loss in the hard disk. S-drive of the MD8470A is defaulted so as not to be displayed on your PC by My Computer, etc. Do not change settings for the S-drive. Changing the S drive settings may prevent the MD8470A from starting.

  • Page 69: Using Mouse/Trackball

    MD8470A On. The trackball (Left key, Right key, Pointer) on the front panel of the MD8470A can operate just as the mouse does. The trackball can be used even if the mouse is connected to the rear panel of the MD8470A.

  • Page 70: Using Ethernet Connectors

    3.2.7 Using Ethernet connectors An external PC, etc., can be connected to the MD8470A via the Ethernet0 or Ethernet1 connector on the rear panel using an Ethernet cable. 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX is supported. The IP address is set as follows at factory shipment settings.

  • Page 71: Using Pcmcia

    3.2.9 Using PCMCIA Memory cards available for the MD8470A conform to PCMCIA (Type I, II). Install a PC card adapter when using Compact Flash cards. A memory card can be inserted into the PCMCIA slot on the front panel and the rear panel.

  • Page 72: Using External Monitor

    3.2.11 Using external monitor The MD8470A can connect an external monitor to the VGA connector on the rear panel. Follow the steps shown below when using an external monitor. [Procedure] Connect the external monitor to the VGA connector on the rear panel of the MD8470A using the display cable, then turn external monitor power On.

  • Page 73: Using Utility

    Slot D: No Signalling Unit Fig. 3.3.1-2 Example of Sessions window The MD8470A is equipped with four slots (Slots A to D) for installing a signalling unit. What signalling unit is installed to each slot can be viewed and checked on the Session window.

  • Page 74: Switching Reference Signal

    3.3.2 Switching reference signal The reference signal can be switched between the signal built into the MD8470A and the external signal. The signal built into the MD8470A is set as the reference signal by initial settings at startup. When using the external signal as the reference signal, switch the reference signal using the procedure shown below.

  • Page 75: Adjusting Screen Brightness

    3.3.3 Adjusting screen brightness The MD8470A can adjust screen brightness. When screen brightness is adjusted, perform the following procedure. [Procedure] Right-click on the icon as shown in Fig. 3.3.3-1 to select “Brightness.” The Brightness dialog-box as shown in Fig. 3.3.3-2 appears is dis- played.

  • Page 76: Checking Software Version

    3.3.4 Checking software version Version information for the software installed in the MD8470A can be checked. Follow the procedure shown below for software version check. [Procedure] Open the C:\Inetpub\wwwroot\Version.htm file with Internet Ex- plorer or other browsers. (Selecting “Program” “Anritsu”...

  • Page 77: Using Self Check

    3.3.5 Using self check Self-check can be executed for the system (CPU, memory storage, hard disk) of the MD8470A. Follow the procedure shown below to execute a self-check. The results of self-check are saved as C:\Inetpub\wwwroot\SelfChk.htm. [Procedure] From the Start menu on the Windows taskbar, select “Program”...
  • Page 78 Table 3.3.5-1 Self-check item Item Windows Version MMI-CPU Board Information MMI-CPU MAC Address DISK Installed COM Board Option(s) Serial Number Running Time Installed Software Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 79: License Management

    3.3.6 License management The license of the simulation kit installed in the MD8470A can be man- aged by using the License Management Tool. When using the License Management Tool, perform the following procedure. [Procedure] Select “Program” “Anritsu” “MX847000A” “License Manage- ment Tool”...
  • Page 80 Fig. 3.3.6-2 Major and minor version CAUTION Since the license data is uniquely provided for each simu- lation kit, no exported license file may be used in other MD8470A units. Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 81: When System Error Is Displayed

    Fig. 3.4.1-1 System error (temperature) display screen When the OK button on the screen is clicked or 60 seconds has elapsed af- ter the error display screen is displayed, the MD8470A is forcibly set to the standby state (Windows enters the turn off state).

  • Page 82: When Power Fan Error Is Displayed

    3.4.2 When power fan error is displayed When the fan attached to the power supply unit of the MD8470A is stopped, the system error screen as shown in Fig.3.4.2-1 is displayed. Fig. 3.4.2-1 System error (power fan) display screen When the OK button on the screen is clicked or 60 seconds has elapsed af- ter the error display screen is displayed, the MD8470A is forcibly set to the standby state (Windows enters the turn off state).

  • Page 83: Power Off

    The power ON lamp (On) goes out and the standby lamp (Stby) lights up. When not using the MD8470A for a long time, press the main power switch on the rear panel to turn the MD8470A Off ( » side).
  • Page 84 CAUTION Be sure to turn off main power at standby status. Turning off main power while the hard disk is being accessed (the HDD lamp on the front panel of this equipment is lit) may damage the hard disk. If the main power is turned off at power On, power will be turned on when the main power is turned on the next time, even if the power switch on the front panel is not pressed.
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  • Page 86 This section describes performance test, calibration method, cleaning and other maintenance. Accurate tests can be maintained by always keeping this equipment at optimal conditions. Performance Test ............4-2 4.1.1 Purpose and when to implement....4-2 4.1.2 Performance test item ........4-2 4.1.3 Required measuring instruments ....

  • Page 87: Performance Test

    Perform a performance test in order to check performance after accep- tance inspection, periodic inspections and repairs. Always keep perfor- mance of the MD8470A within the specifications by performing a perfor- mance test periodically. Periodical tests should be performed once or twice a year.

  • Page 88: Reference Oscillator Frequency Stability

    (2) Setup Set up the performance test equipment as shown in Fig. 4.1.4-1. Connect the 10MHz Buff Output reference signal output connector on the rear panel of the MD8470A and the input connector of the fre- quency counter. MD8470A rear panel...
  • Page 89 Set the frequency counter to use an external frequency standard in- strument. After 24 hours from turning the power on, measure the output fre- quency of the 10MHz Buff Output connector on the MD8470A using the frequency counter. Read values to the 0.1 Hz digit (same for other measurements below).
  • Page 90 (see the connection diagram shown in Fig. 4.1.4-1). Set the tank temperature to 25 C. Turn on the MD8470A and wait until the temperature inside the MD8470A is stabilized. (It takes about 1.5 hours until the tank temperature becomes stable.)

  • Page 91: Calibration

    4.2.1 Purpose and when to implement Perform a calibration periodically to prevent performance deterioration of the MD8470A. Calibration should be performed once or twice a year. If your unit does not meet the calibration specifications, contact Anritsu Service and Sales office.

  • Page 92: Reference Oscillator Frequency Calibration

    (2) Setup Set up the calibration equipment as shown in Fig. 4.2.3-1. Connect the 10MHz Buff Output reference signal output connector on the rear panel of the MD8470A and the input connector of the frequency coun- ter. MD8470A rear panel Freq Adj.
  • Page 93 Adjust the calibration trimmer for the crystal oscillator ( Freq Adj on the rear panel of the MD8470A) so that the frequency counter dis- plays 10.000000 MHz 0.2 Hz. Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 94: Cleaning

    4.3 Cleaning Turn off the main power supply on the rear panel and pull out the power plug before cleaning the MD8470A. 4.3.1 Cleaning the cabinet Follow the methods shown below when cleaning the exterior of the cabi- net. Wipe with a soft, clean cloth.

  • Page 95: Storage And Transportation

    MD8470A. Put the MD8470A inside the container or carton with cushioning ma- terial on each side of the MD8470A to absorb impact during transpor- tation and keep it from moving inside of the container. Firmly seal the container or carton with packing string, adhesive tape, bands, etc.

  • Page 96: Precautions On Storage And Transportation

    4.4.2 Precautions on storage and transportation It is recommended to store or transport the MD8470A in the following en- vironmental conditions: Little vibration Temperatures: 0 to 30 C Humidity: 40 to 80% Little temperature/humidity changes throughout the day Avoid storing or transporting the MD8470A in any of the following envi-...

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting

    4.5 Troubleshooting Refer to this section if the MD8470A does not work properly. When your trouble is not described in this section or not solved even if an action is taken, contact Anritsu or an authorized agents. Refer to the operation manual of each simulation kit for simulation details.
  • Page 98 Inappropriate handset The handset for the Use the standard accessory handset sup- volume. MD8480A/B or MT8820A plied with the MD8470A. is used. System error is displayed. The temperature inside Refer to Section 3.4 “When System Error Is the MD8470A rose ab- Displayed.”...
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  • Page 100 Appendix A Performance Test Result Form..... A-1 Appendix B Returning to the State at Factory Shipment.. B-1 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 102 Performance Test Result Form........A-2 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 103 Copy this form to use when executing a performance test. Test location: Report No. Date Person in charge Equipment name: MD8470A Signalling Tester Serial No. Ambient temperature Power frequency Relative humidity Remarks: ̈ Reference Oscillator Frequency Stability...
  • Page 104 Returning to the State at Factory Shipment ....B-2 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 105 B.1 Returning to the State at Factory Shipment In the MD8470A, pre-installation image is backed up at factory shipment. Using FirstWare Recover enables you to return to the setting state at factory shipment. The following describes the procedures. Note: If a “Recovery kit” seal is not attached on the rear panel of the MD8470A, pre-installation image is not backed up.
  • Page 106 Management Tool. Save the exported license file to other than the MD8470A hard disk. Return the MD8470A to the state at factory shipment, by referring to [Procedure for returning MD8470A to state at factory shipment] provided below. Import the license file (*.lic) saved by using the License Management Tool.
  • Page 107 Read EULA comments and press the Accept button at the end. Fig. B.1-2 EULA screen (2) In EULA screen, pressing the Accept button displays the following screen. Fig. B.1-3 cME Console screen [1] SYSTEM RESTART Reboots system without recovery. [2] LAUNCH Boots FirstWare Recover Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
  • Page 108 Execution In the above screen, pressing “[2] LAUNCH” boots FirstWare Recov- The following screen appears and then FirstWare Recover screen is displayed. Fig. B.1-4 FirstWare Recover splash screen Fig. B.1-5 FirstWare Recover screen [1] Recovers Entire Drive Recovers entire drives in hard disk. [2] Cancel and Exit Reboots system without recovery.
  • Page 109 Only when FirstWare Recover is booted initially, the following EU- LA screen appears. Read EULA and press the Accept button at the end. Fig. B.1-6 EULA screen of FirstWare Recover Select “[1] Recover Entire Drive,” and then the following dialog ap- pears.
  • Page 110 Numeric and symbol 10BASE-T 1.4, 2.3.10 Firewall function 3.2.2 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 1.4, 2.3.13, 3.2.7 Freq Adj 2.1.3, 4.2.3 10MHz Ref Input 2.1.3, 2.3.19, 2.3.6, Frequency adjustment 2.1.3 3.3.2, 4.5 Frequency stability 4.1.2, 4.1.3, 4.1.4 10MHz Ref Output 2.1.3, 2.3.6, 2.3.19 Front panel 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.3.4, 2.3.5, 2.3.8, 2.3.15, 2.3.16, 3.1, 3.2.3,...
  • Page 111 Main power switch 2.1.3, 2.3.1, 3.1, 3.5, Rear panel 2.1.3, 2.3.1, 2.3.3, 2.3.6, 2.3.7, 2.3.8, Microphone 1.4, 2.1.3, 2.3.17, 2.3.9, 2.3.10, 2.3.11, 3.2.10 2.3.12, 2.3.13, 2.3.14, Mouse 1.3.1, 1.4, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.3.15, 2.3.16, 2.3.17, 2.3.14, 3.1, 3.2.4, 2.3.18, 3.1, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 4.5 3.2.5, 3.2.6, 3.2.7, 3.2.8, 3.2.9, 3.2.10,...
  • Page 112 Temperature 1.4, 2.2.2, 3.4.1, 4.1.4, 4.2.3, 4.3.2, 4.4.2, 4.5 Temperature error 3.4.1 Temperature stability test 4.1.4 Trackball 2.1.2, 2.3.14, 3.2.4, 3.2.5 Transportation 4.4.2 Trigger 2.3.7, 2.3.8 Trigger I/O 1.4, 2.1.3, 2.3.7, 2.3.19 UE (User Equipment) 2.1.3, 2.3.4, 2.3.5, 2.3.7, 2.3.9, 4.5 1.4, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.3.15, 3.2.8 USB device...
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