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• Perform 5G NR (New Radio) transmitter one-button downlink and uplink measurements per 3GPP 5G NR standard Release 15, Release 16, Release 17, and Release 18
• Support large frequency error lock range defined in 3GPP Release 17 NTN and NR-TM2b & 3.1b (1024QAM) defined in 3GPP Release 17
  
• Support 3GPP Release 17 defined FR2-2 800/1600/2000 MHz channel bandwidth with new carrier spacing 480 kHz and 960 kHz
  
• Support 3GPP Release 17 defined reduced capabilities (RedCap) devices
  
• Support 5G Advanced defined in Release 18 with 3MHz channel bandwidth to operate in narrowband spectrum
• Support 3GPP Release 16 defined eDSS (Enhanced Dynamic Spectrum Sharing) and eMIMO (Enhanced MIMO)
• Support DL NR-TM presets and ACP/SEM/PvT measurement presets based on performance test specification
• Support downlink modulation analysis for SS Block (PSS+SSS+PBCH) PBCH-DMRS, PDSCH, PDSCH-DMRS, PDSCH-PTRS, PDCCH, PDCCH-DMRS, CSI-RS and decoding for PBCH, PDCCH, and PDSCH
  
• Support uplink modulation analysis for SRS, PUSCH, PUSCH-DMRS, PUSCH-PTRS, PUCCH, PUCCH-DMRS, and PRACH and decoding for PUCCH and PUSCH
  
• Spectrum and power measurements: channel power, SEM, ACP, OBW, spurious emissions, transmit On/Off power and CCDF
  
• Modulation analysis measurements: I/Q measured constellation, EVM (rms, peak), frequency error, symbol clock error, I/Q offset, Error vector time, Error vector spectrum, In-band emission, Power vs. slot/symbol, EVM vs. RB, TAE and frame summary etc
  
• Support both single-port measurement analysis and multiple component carrier (CC) sequential acquisition
  
• Support multi-touch user interface and SCPI remote interface programming
  
• Support IQ data recording and recalling as RAW Data txt, Signal Studio csv or 89601B sdf file formats
• Support the fast and easy configuration as saving or recalling component carrier setting *.scp, *.sgen, *.setx, *.nrcc., or *.pwsg to make the modulation analysis measurement
• Support cc-EVM (Cross-Correlated) and IQ-NC (Noise Correction) for EVM improvement
• KeysightCare software support subscription included
  
• Keysight supports tiered X-app models with N-models for UXA/PXA/PXE, E-models for MXA/EXA/MXE/VXT. The higher tiered X-app models can run at the lower platforms, which means N-models can run on all platforms, and E-models can only run on MXA/EXA/MXE/VXT

Powerful test sequence & test plan creation

• Fast execution and test flow visualization, analysis and insights
• Scalable modular “plug-in” software architecture. Take advantage of provided plug-ins, or create your own.
• Additional Plugins available in the OpenTAP Package Repository
• Built on the PathWave software platform and the OpenTAP open-source test sequencer

Licensing

• Fixed (node-locked, single PC), transportable and network/floating licenses with either perpetual or annual time frame

PathWave Test Automation provides powerful, flexible and extensible test sequencing and test plan creation with additional capabilities that optimize your test software development and overall performance. Build on the PathWave software platform, PathWave Test Automation enables you to quickly create your test solutions, maximize your team’s productivity, and accelerate your products’ time-to-market.

Rapid development of high performance, synchronous real-time solutions

• Transparent multi-instrument synchronization
  - Parallelism without scaling penalty
• Time-deterministic hardware-based execution
• Real-time synchronous execution
  - Sequencing | Decision-Branching | Looping
• Very low latency data exchange
• Seamless interaction with PathWave FPGA custom IP
• Programming via robust Python API (C# API available in late 2020)

Typical Testing Applications

• Quantum research: Instrumented Qubit control systems
• Multi-channel comms: MIMO, beamforming, multi-emitter test
• Wireless PA test: alignment of envelope tracking (ET) and digital pre-distortion (DPD)
• EW: Precisely timed multi-emitter and beamformed A/D systems
• Other validation applications that require precise timing across multiple chasses and families of equipment. (note: equipment support is also required)

Other notes

• The KS2201A software development environment (and run-time deployment modules based on it) require each participating instrument to have the appropriate hardware/firmware options enabled.
• The new technology in the KS2201A goes well beyond the M3601A Hard Virtual Instrument Design Environment. Please refer to the upgrade and migration guide in the document library.

The KS2201A PathWave Test Sync Executive is a programming environment based on Keysight's Hard Virtual Instrument (HVI) technology, that enables development and execution of synchronous, real-time operations across multiple instruments.

The real-time sequencing and synchronization capabilities of PathWave Test Sync Executive make it a breakthrough tool for developing measurement applications that require tight synchronization, phase coherence and real-time control and feedback.
 

Test sequence & test plan creation

• Fast execution of test flows
• Command Line Interface (CLI) to integrate in your test software
• Scalable modular “plug-in” software architecture. Take advantage of provided plug-ins, or create your own.
• Microsoft Visual Studio .NET programming
• Built on OpenTAP open-source test sequencer

Subset of KS8400A PathWave Test Automation Developers System

• No graphical user interface, result viewer or timing analyzer
• Supports Multiple Operating Systems
• Microsoft .NET Standard 2.0 compliant, including .NET core
• Microsoft Windows
• Linux (Ubuntu 16.04)

Licensing

• Microsoft Windows version: Fixed (node-locked, single PC), transportable and network/floating licenses with either perpetual or annual time frame
• Linux version: Network/floating license with either perpetual or annual time frame

TAP is a modern Microsoft .NET-based application that can be used stand-alone or in combination with higher level test executive software environments. The Keysight KS8000A Test Automation Deployment System provides a lower cost, scaled down alternative to the full KS8400A TAP Developers System without the graphical user interface, results viewer and timing analyzer. Deploy your existing test software and TAP plugins into manufacturing environments using the KS8000A command line interface or your own interfaces.

Custom signal creation, measurement and data analysis with MATLAB

• Create arbitrary waveforms
• Customize your measurement and data analysis routines
• Create your own instruments applications and test systems
• Automates measurements, signal generation, and report generation

MATLAB configurations available

• MATLAB is available in three configurations directly from Keysight Technologies with the purchase of a new compatible instrument
• Install and execute MATLAB on a remote PC and communicate with instruments via GPIB or LAN
• Install and execute MATLAB directly on X-Series signal analyzers and select arbitrary waveform generators
• Includes 12 months of software updates from Mathworks

Automation and communication interface

• GPIB, LAN, USB, and VISA communications protocol support
• Communicate with the instruments using SCPI programming or instrument drivers (IVI, MATLAB)
• MATLAB instrument drivers created, tested and supported by Keysight for Keysight X-Series signal generators, X-Series signal analyzers and PSA spectrum analyzers
• Keysight Waveform Download Assistant for MATLAB with Keysight ESG, PSG and X-Series signal generators

Multiple MATLAB application examples and other features included with the N6171A purchase

• Additional technical capability - Users purchasing N6171A MATLAB software from Keysight receive multiple MATLAB application examples with source code as a key benefit or ordering MATLAB software together with your Keysight instrument. Details below
• Single purchase order - Order MATLAB together with your Keysight instrument so that it can be on a single purchase order to save you time, reduce ordering complexity, and typically add only a minimal cost to the purchase
• Guaranteed Access - By ordering MATLAB as the N6171A option with your instrument, you ensure that you always have your own MATLAB software license available when you need to use MATLAB with or without your Keysight instrument
• Dual technical support - MATLAB installation and technical support is available from either Keysight and or MathWorks when you purchase MATLAB software from Keysight

MATLAB overview

MATLAB is a well-respected software environment and programming language created by MathWorks and now available directly from Keysight as an option with most signal generators, signal analyzers, and spectrum analyzers. MATLAB extends the capabilities of Keysight signal analyzers and generators to make custom measurements, analyze and visualize data, create arbitrary waveforms, control instruments, and build test systems. It provides interactive tools and command-line functions for data analysis tasks such as signal processing, signal modulation, digital filtering, and curve fitting. MATLAB has over 1,000,000 users in diverse industries and disciplines, and it is a standard at more than 3,500 colleges and universities worldwide. Three MATLAB configurations are available and range from basic MATLAB capabilities that allow acquisition and analysis of data to full support for signal processing, communications, filter design, and automated testing.

MATLAB software is available for purchase directly from Keysight with the purchase of a new compatible instrument:

• Spectrum and Signal Analyzers: X-Series, PSA
• PXI Signal Analyzer: M9290A CXA-m
• Vector Transceiver: M9420A PXIe, M9421A PXIe
• Vector Signal Generators: X-Series, ESG, PSG
• Vector Signal Generators: M9381A PXIe, M9392A PXI
• PXI and AXIe Controllers: all models
• Arbitrary Waveform Generators: M8190A, M9330A, M9331A, 81180B
• Pulse Function Arbitrary Noise Generator: 81150A, 81160A

MATLAB capabilities

• Extend the functionality of Keysight signal and spectrum analyzers with MATLAB by analyzing and visualizing measurements, testing modulation schemes, and automating measurements 
• Excite electronic devices using Keysight signal generators with simple or complex waveforms created in MATLAB 
• Test the functionality of electronic devices by making measurements with Keysight instruments and comparing them against known baselines in MATLAB 
• Develop a GUI or application that enables users to perform data analysis or testing
• Characterize an electronic device to determine how closely it matches the design 
• Verify new algorithms or measurement routines using live data from Keysight instruments 
• Design custom digital filters in MATLAB and apply them to signals acquired from a Keysight instrument

Download MATLAB technical kit with application examples available with your N6171A MATLAB purchase

Download the technical kit containing an application note and multiple free MATLAB application examples to demonstrate the value of using MATLAB software together with Keysight signal generators, signal analyzers, PXI and AXIe modular hardware, and other instruments. Note: While these applications are provided at no charge and you are welcome to use them, they require a MATLAB license to operate, and many of these applications are not modifiable until your purchase the N6171A MATLAB option.

Order the N6171A MATLAB option together with your Keysight instrument purchase and receive access to the modifiable version of these example applications (in MATLAB file format). These modifiable examples will allow you to extend or customize the capabilities of these instruments for your specific setup. Applications examples and modifiable MATLAB source code included with your N6171A purchase include:

• Waveform sequencing, secure waveform upload, and long waveform generation application examples for your Keysight X-series signal generator.
• Fast (deep) data capture in IQ Mode and ACPR measurement automation application examples for with your Keysight X-series signal generator.
• IQTools application example for Keysight M8190A – Generate arbitrary waveforms and performing amplitude correction for Keysight M8190A, 81180A, M933xA, 81150A, 81160A, and other Keysight signal generators. IQ Tools can be downloaded from the Drivers, Firmware, and Software tab from the Technical Support link on the right-hand side of this page.
• Custom signal generation and playback – Create an arbitrary signal in MATLAB, modulate this signal using digital modulation techniques, upload the IQ data to a Keysight RF signal generator, transmit it, acquire the IQ measurement, and playback the recovered audio stream.
• IQ Data Capture – Acquire live IQ Data from Keysight signal analyzers for live or post processing.
• Digital pre-distortion (DPD) example – Use MATLAB software to use pre-distortion techniques to correct for the non-linearities caused by driving an amplifier near its power limitation.
• Advanced Data Visualization Application example for X-Series Analyzers – Analyze live X-Series signal analyzer data with 2-D and 3-D visualizations.
• Tune & Listen – This application example allows you to capture a signal with a spectrum analyzer, demodulate it, and play it out the PC speaker

Benefits

Adding MATLAB software to the purchase of your Keysight signal generators and analyzers provides five key benefits:

• Convenience: Acquire your software and instrument on a single purchase order
• Confidence: MATLAB software sold through Keysight has been tested and qualified by Keysight
• Support: Contact either Keysight or The MathWorks for help with installation and technical questions
• Quick start: Acquire numerous application examples directly from Keysight to get started
• Reliability: Ensure that your MATLAB software is always available to you when you need it

Getting started using MATLAB with your Keysight instrument

Request a Custom Quote to get started ordering and using MATLAB with your Keysight instrument. Mention in the instructions field if you are interested in receiving a free trial of MATLAB software or access to a list of MATLAB examples for use with your Keysight instruments.

For more information about PXI chassis and PXI controllers, please visit PXI Chassis page.

HTML5 Integration

• Publish test results from any Test Step to HTML5 formatted documents
• Easily create and customize reports using the provided HTML5 example templates, or create your own templates

Simple Development Workflow

• Add the HTML5 Result Listener in the Bench Settings
• Configure the output settings, including the desired template file
• Run your Test Plan
• Open the generated HTML file to view your results

Flexible Software Licensing

• Fixed (node-locked, single PC), transportable and network/floating licenses with either perpetual or annual time frame

PathWave Test Automation is a modern Microsoft .NET-based application that can be used stand-alone or in combination with higher level test executive software environments. The KS8104A HTML5 Result Listener Plugin enables users to publish test results from any Test Step to an HTML5 formatted document. It is designed to be flexible and the user can easily control various report aspects using HTML5 templates. Several templates are included with this plugin to help you get started quickly.

For more information about Test Automation Software, please visit PathWave Test Automation Software.

• Keysight 89601200C enables 89600 VSA software for advanced vector signal analysis and hardware connectivity without limits on center frequency, IF/BBIQ bandwidth, and upgrades up to 64 measurement channels and 512 parallel VSA instances. The software supports hardware connectivity with various analyzers (signal analyzer, network, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, transceivers, FieldFox, radio test sets, wireless test sets), source control, switches, and system calibrators (89600 VSA-supported hardware). It is compatible with VSA2025 U1 before or later releases.
  • Conduct time and frequency domain analysis with up to 409,601 points FFT; Provide flexible traces and displays with simultaneous and multi-measurements
  • Support analog demodulation of AM, FM, or PM signals
  • Support stimulus-response measurements like AM/AM, AM/PM, and gain compression for power amplifiers or mixers
  • Support advanced trigger with selectable level, slope, delay, and hold-off
  • Record the acquired signal waveforms for playback and troubleshooting
  • Make group delay measurements using a simple wideband multi-tone stimulus signal or Import/export the multi-tone stimulus definition from/to Keysight N7621B Signal Studio software, calibrating the input stimulus model with measured signal data, and performing simple and repeatable phase and magnitude channel response analysis 
  • Support synchronous (simultaneous) or sequenced acquisition mode for multiple measurements
  • Support RF system calibration up to 110 GHz using U9361x RCal Receiver Calibrator (Technical Overview)

• >40 modulation formats: BPSK, QPSK, QAM, PSK, FSK, MSK, CPM, VSB, APSK, Custom APSK, DQPSK, OQPSK, SOQPSK and more
• >30 standard presets: GSM/EDGE/CDMA/W-CDMA, Bluetooth, ZigBee, Wi-SUN, WLAN, J.83A/B/C, DVB-S2, ATSC, TETRA, DECT, APCO-25 and more
• >10 filter types: Rectangular, Root Cosine, Root Raised Cosine, Gaussian, low pass, half sine, user-defined
• Perform digital modulation analysis on non-standard user-defined IQ signals (Custom IQ measurement)
• Perform Flex Frame modulation analysis with flexible frame structure definition of multiple segments of preamble, pilot, data, and idle with different modulation type (for data) or training sequence (for preamble or pilot). Users can identify each segment for synchronization, channel estimation, and EVM calculation
• Compare measured vs ideal in EVM, constellation, and more
• Pinpoint impairments like IQ offset, gain imbalance
• Identify linear errors with an adaptive equalization filter
• Automate tests with SCPI command or .NET programmability
• Support Flex Frame waveform generation (requires 89602AYAC) to generate an ideal waveform using FlexFrame settings (requires 89601AYAC), apply pre-distortion and/or AWGN, playback in VSA, save to file, or download to signal generator directly

• 3GPP standards: W-CDMA/HSPA+, TD-SCDMA/HSPA
  
• 3GPP2 standards: cdma2000, 1xEV-DV, 1xEV-DO
• EVM, constellation, CCDF, spectrum, and more
• Multiple, simultaneous color-coded result views

• Supports OFDM and DSSS modes with presets of 802.11a/b/g/j/p
• Auto detect data modulation formats and burst length
• EVM, constellation, IQ offset, gain imbalance more parameters
• Troubleshooting with EVM vs. symbol/carrier, and demod bits
• Multiple domain views with time, spectrum, CCDF and more

• OFDM, FBMC, F-OFDM with SCMA/NOMA multiple access
• FDD/TDD modes, up to 65,539 subcarriers
• Modulation formats from BPSK to 16384QAM
• EVM, constellation, burst summary, spectrum and more
• Multiple, simultaneous color-coded result views
• Provide the preset for wireless standards such as 5G NR (FR1 FDD/TDD), WLAN (802.11a/ah), ISDB-T, DAB, DVB-SH, and DVB-T/H, and more