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Errata Title & Document Type: E6392B GSM MS Test Set User’s Guide Manual Part Number: E6392-90051 Revision Date: November 2001 HP Refere

Contents 9Table of Contents1. Preparing for UseMajor Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 3 99Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen Referenceo Trigger Sing/Cont: Toggles the trigger mode between Sing for single and

100 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)Screen FieldsThe following test parameters need to be specified for a new test:Input Field

Chapter 3 101Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceThe following display fields show the measurement results:Display Field

102 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)MANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)NOTE The Asynchronous mode is only available for Test Sets

Chapter 3 103Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceStand-by ScreenIf the Mode Sync/Async/GPRS softkey is selected, the fol

104 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)Screen FieldsThe following parameters need to be specified for a new test:Input Field Des

Chapter 3 105Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceThe following test items are shown in groups in the table. The detailed

106 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)ExplanationThe RF ON annunciator at the screen lower right corner is displayed only when

Chapter 3 107Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceMeasuring ScreenBy pressing the Start softkey, the following measuring

108 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)Measuring Screen ExamplesMeasuring: Peak TX Power/Burst Timing/Power RampThe actual measu

10 ContentsTest SIM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80Stand-by Screen

Chapter 3 109Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceIf the Abort softkey is pressed, another softkey menu is shown to activ

110 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)o Knob MKR/Cursor: Toggles the function of the CURSOR CONTROL knob between Cursor and MKR

Chapter 3 111Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceMeasuring: Phase Error/Frequency ErrorThe RMS and Peak Phase Errors and

112 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)NOTE If the measurement is not triggered, consult the following items.* The Power Control

Chapter 3 113Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceMeasuring: DC CurrentThe test data for the DC Current is displayed as s

114 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)Measuring: Spectrum MonitorThe RF spectrum from 0 Hz to +400 kHz relative to the traffic

Chapter 3 115Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceIf the Abort softkey is pressed, another softkey menu is shown to activ

116 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)Screen FieldsThe following test parameters need to be specified for a new test:Input Fiel

Chapter 3 117Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Asynchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceThe following display fields show the measurement results:Display Field

118 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)MANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)NOTE The GPRS mode is only available for Test Sets with Option 040 .The ge

Contents 11Table of ContentsMemory Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Chapter 3 119Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceStand-by ScreenIf GPRS is selected in the Mode Sync/Async/GPRS softkey, the fol

120 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)Screen FieldsThe following input fields of test parameters need to be set for a new test:Input Fi

Chapter 3 121Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceDC PowerSelects a supply mode. The choices are On and Off as follows:o On: Alwa

122 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)The following test items are shown in groups in the table. The detailed test screens for the grou

Chapter 3 123Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceIdle ScreenIn the attaching process after pressing the Start softkey, the follo

124 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)Attached ScreenUpon completion of the attaching process, the following measuring screen is shown.

Chapter 3 125Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceProcedure to obtain the Measuring screensStep 1. Place the blinking cursor at o

126 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)Measuring Screen ExamplesMeasuring: Peak TX Power/Power vs TimeThe actual measurement data are sh

Chapter 3 127Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceFigure 3-47 Aborted: Peak TX Power/Power vs Time ScreenFigure 3-48 Aborted: Pea

128 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)o Marker Coars/Fine: Toggles the marker control between Coars for coarse and Fine to move the mar

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Chapter 3 129Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceMeasuring: Phase Error/Frequency ErrorThe RMS and Peak Phase Errors and Frequen

130 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)Measuring: Sensitivity in BLERThe test data for BLER (block error rate) is displayed as shown in

Chapter 3 131Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceMeasuring: DC CurrentThe test data for the DC Current is displayed as shown in

132 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)Measuring: Spectrum MonitorThe RF spectrum from 0 Hz to +400 kHz relative to the traffic channel

Chapter 3 133Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceIf the Abort softkey is pressed, another softkey menu is shown to activate the

134 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)Screen FieldsThe following input fields of the parameters need to be specified for a new spectrum

Chapter 3 135Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)3. Screen ReferenceThe following display fields show the measurement results:Display Field Descrip

136 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceSPECTRUM MONITORSPECTRUM MONITORThis function mode is specialized for testing mobile phones, therefore the settings for

Chapter 3 137Screen ReferenceSPECTRUM MONITOR3. Screen Referenceo Knob MKR/Cursor: Toggles the function of the CURSOR CONTROL knob between Cursor and

138 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceSPECTRUM MONITORScreen FieldsThe following input fields of the test parameters need to be specified for a new test:Input

131. Preparing for Use1 Preparing for UseThis chapter is an overview of the Test Set’s major functions. It also describes the fundamental requirements

Chapter 3 139Screen ReferenceSPECTRUM MONITOR3. Screen ReferenceThe following display fields show the measurement results:a. The variable increment so

140 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceSPECTRUM MONITORMeasuring ScreensIf the Start softkey is pressed in the initial screen, the following Measuring screen w

Chapter 3 141Screen ReferenceSPECTRUM MONITOR3. Screen ReferenceIf the Abort softkey is pressed in the measuring screen, the following aborted screen

142 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceSPECTRUM MONITORo Marker Coars/Fine: Toggles the marker control between Coars for coarse and Fine to move the marker wit

Chapter 3 143Screen ReferenceSIGNAL GENERATOR3. Screen ReferenceSIGNAL GENERATORThe Test Set is capable to generate RF signal dedicated to the radio s

144 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceSIGNAL GENERATORScreen FieldsThe following input fields of the test parameters need to be set to generate RF signal from

Chapter 3 145Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONIn this mode there are three major functions of CONFIGURATION, File Manageme

146 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONScreen FieldsThe following input fields of the parameters need to be configured. The parameters are set usi

Chapter 3 147Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceNetwork ConfigSpecifies the network parameters. Setting these parameter is required when

148 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONTest Setup: Test Condition ScreenIf the Test Setup softkey in the CONFIGURATION screen is pressed, the Test

14 Chapter 1 Preparing for UseMajor FunctionsMajor FunctionsFigure 1-1 Agilent E6392B GSM MS Test SetThe Agilent E6392B GSM MS Test Set has many desir

Chapter 3 149Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceScreen FieldsThe following input fields of the parameters need to be defined with the pro

150 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONBER BS LevelbSpecifies the RF output level of the Test Set for the Sensitivity test. The allowable range is

Chapter 3 151Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceSetting Test Limits on Test ItemsThe LO Limit and HI Limit values for the test items in t

152 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONRX QualityAccepts a set of high and low limits. The allowable choices are 0 (<0.2%), 1 (0.2 to 0.4%), 2

Chapter 3 153Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceTest Setup: Test Sequence ScreenIf the Test Sequence softkey in the Test Setup: Test Cond

154 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONAutomatic Test FlowFor creating a test flow to execute AUTOMATIC TEST, refer to Table 3-1.Select either MS

Chapter 3 155Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceScreen FieldsThe following input fields of the parameters need to be set for a new test s

156 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONTCH (Talk)aSpecifies one traffic channel depending on the parameter selection in the Variable field.If TCH

Chapter 3 157Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceThe following test items need to be set to either “Run” to execute a Pass/Fail test or to

158 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONCreating Instruction MessagesAn instruction message with up to 69 characters including spaces and symbols c

Chapter 1 15Preparing for UseMajor Functions1. Preparing for UseThere are three test modes for the MANUAL TEST mode: o Synchronous mode: Tests are mad

Chapter 3 159Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen Referenceo Over/Ins: Selects either Over (overwrite) or Ins (insert). Over enables you to overwrit

160 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONFile ManagementWhen the File Management softkey is pressed with a proper SRAM memory card inserted in the M

Chapter 3 161Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen Referenceo More (2 of 2): Returns to softkey menu 1.o Return: Displays the previous screen and the

162 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONStep 5. Press the CURSOR CONTROL knob once to activate the Choices scrolling window with the blinking circu

Chapter 3 163Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceSoftkey Menuo Save Execute: The operation message “OK to save?” is shown when this softke

164 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONStep 2. Move the cursor to the file number which you want to recall.Step 3. Press the Recall softkey, then

Chapter 3 165Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATION3. Screen ReferenceHow to Update the FirmwareIf Update is set to On and a firmware update card is inserted i

166 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceCONFIGURATIONIf a proper update card is not inserted when the OK softkey is pressed, the operation message “Insert the p

1674. Functionality /Operation4 Functionality/OperationThis chapter introduces the typical block diagram of a GSM mobile phone to relate some blocks w

168 Chapter 4 Functionality/OperationGSM Mobile Block DiagramGSM Mobile Block DiagramFigure 4-1 shows the typical block diagram of a GSM mobile phone.

16 Chapter 1 Preparing for UseMajor FunctionsNOTE The MANUAL TEST Asynchronous mode, the SPECTRUM MONITOR and the SIGNAL GENERATOR functions are avail

Chapter 4 169Functionality/OperationGSM Measurements Selection4. Functionality /OperationGSM Measurements SelectionIt is worthwhile to consider which

170 Chapter 4 Functionality/OperationGSM Measurements SelectionRX BER Sensitivity Channel Synthesizer(BER 0% at −50 to −90 dBm)I/Q DemodulationEqualiz

Chapter 4 171Functionality/OperationGPRS Overview4. Functionality /OperationGPRS OverviewThis section summarizes the functional features of the Genera

172 Chapter 4 Functionality/OperationGPRS OverviewPSPDN: Packet Switched Public Data NetworkPSTN: Public Switched Telephone NetworkSGSN: Serving GP

1735. Specifications5 SpecificationsThis chapter provides the specifications of the Agilent E6392B GSM MS Test Set. These specifications are the stand

174 Chapter 5 SpecificationsGeneral InformationGeneral InformationSpecifications describe the test set’s warranted performance and are valid over the

Chapter 5 175SpecificationsRF Input/Output5. SpecificationsRF Input/OutputRF Signal GeneratorMaximum Safe Reverse Power (peak):+41 dBm (12.6 W; CW; su

176 Chapter 5 SpecificationsRF AnalyzerRF AnalyzerTransmitter Carrier Peak Power MeasurementPower Ramp MeasurementFrequency Range: 890 MHz to 915 MHz

Chapter 5 177SpecificationsRF Analyzer5. SpecificationsPhase and Frequency Error MeasurementSpectrum MonitorInput Level Range: −11 dBm to +39 dBmInput

178 Chapter 5 SpecificationsDC Power SupplyDC Power SupplyDC Current MeasurementMemory CardRange: 3.0 Vdc to 11.0 VdcResolution: 0.1 VAccuracy: ±0.1 V

Chapter 1 17Preparing for UseInstalling the Test Set1. Preparing for UseInstalling the Test SetThis section contains the following procedures for prop

Chapter 5 179SpecificationsAsynchronous Test (Option 002)5. SpecificationsAsynchronous Test (Option 002)Spectrum MonitorRF Signal GeneratorFrequency R

180 Chapter 5 SpecificationsGPRS Test (Option 040)GPRS Test (Option 040)Specifications Unique for GPRS MeasurementSlot Configuration: Downlink 1 × Upl

Chapter 5 181SpecificationsRear Panel5. SpecificationsRear PanelFrequency ReferenceSerial InterfacePrinter InterfaceFrequency: 13 MHzFrequency Accurac

182 Chapter 5 SpecificationsGeneral SpecificationsGeneral SpecificationsSize: 350 mm (W) × 150 mm (H) × 350 mm (D)Weight: 10 kg ± 10%Power Voltage: 90

183A. General Informationon the GSM SystemA General Information on the GSM SystemFor your reference, some major information on the GSM system is descr

184 Appendix A General Information on the GSM SystemThe GSM SystemThe GSM SystemA GSM mobile phone transmits speech as bursts of encoded data. An RF c

Appendix A 185General Information on the GSM SystemThe GSM SystemA. General Informationon the GSM SystemPower Control LevelsThe power control levels,

186 Appendix A General Information on the GSM SystemThe GSM SystemRX LevelThe RX levels are defined as follows:# RX Level # RX Level # RX Level0 ≤110

Appendix A 187General Information on the GSM SystemThe GSM SystemA. General Informationon the GSM SystemRX QualityThe RX quality is defined as follows

188 Appendix A General Information on the GSM SystemThe GSM System

18 Chapter 1 Preparing for UseInstalling the Test SetPower CableIn accordance with international safety standards, this instrument is equipped with a

189B. Input Fields and Allowable RangesB Input Fields and Allowable RangesHere is a table of the input fields and allowable ranges of values for test

190 Appendix B Input Fields and Allowable RangesTable 0-1 Input Fields and Allowable Choices or RangesRadio StandardTest Mode Test Item, ParameterGSM9

Appendix B 191Input Fields and Allowable RangesB. Input Fields and Allowable RangesSensitivity:[GPRS mode]BLER(FER, BER, RX Quality, and RX Level can

192 Appendix B Input Fields and Allowable RangesAttenuation:RF In:RF Out:Off, On0.0 to 99.9 dB in 0.1 dB steps0.0 to 99.5 dB in 0.5 dB stepsNetwork Co

Appendix B 193Input Fields and Allowable RangesB. Input Fields and Allowable RangesConfiguration: SequenceTest Steps:1. LOC. Update:2. 1st Call:3. Tal

194 Appendix B Input Fields and Allowable Ranges

195C. Manual ChangesC Manual Changes

196 Appendix C Manual ChangesIntroductionIntroductionThis appendix contains revision notes for adapting the information in this guide to correspond to

Index 197IndexNumerics13 MHz IN/OUT connectorrear panel 5413 MHz Referenceinput field 146AAbortsoftkey menu 69, 86, 88, 90, 96, 98, 107, 108, 114, 12

Index198 instruction message 158cleaning instructionenvironmental requirement 21commandBk Space 159Cancel 158Del End 159Delete 159Done 158instruction

iAgilent TechnologiesE6392B GSM MS Test SetUser’s GuideSerial NumbersThis manual applies directly to instruments with serial number prefix JP5MG, or

Chapter 1 19Preparing for UseInstalling the Test Set1. Preparing for UseFigure 1-2 Power Cable Supplied

Index 199Indexcleaning instruction 21environment 20installing the test set 20FFailsoftkey menu 69FERtest limit 151File Managementsoftkey menu 145, 14

Index200 Panel Key 146PDTCH 120Printer 146Procedure 65, 82, 104, 120PWR CNTL 82, 100, 104, 116, 120, 134, 149Radio Standard 65, 82, 104, 120, 138, 14

Index 201IndexPower Ramp 90, 108Peak TX Power/Power vs Time 126Phase Error/Frequency Error 93, 111, 129screen field 100, 116, 134Sensitivity BER 130S

Index202 asynchronous mode 111GPRS mode 129measuring screen 93, 111, 129pass/fail screen 77Positioncommand 158power cableinstalling the test set 18Po

Index 203Index122SPECTRUM MONITOR 138stand-by screen 65, 82, 104, 120talk measuring screen 70test condition screen 149test flow step 65test item 66te

Index204 96, 97, 98, 99, 108, 109, 111, 113, 114, 115, 126, 127, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 136, 140, 141Yes 163, 165Zoom Off/On 76, 91, 109, 127Spanin

Index 205Indexpreparation for each test 22testing examplesAUTOMATIC TEST 29MANUAL TESTasynchronous mode 40GPRS mode 44synchronous mode 34SPECTRUM MON

20 Chapter 1 Preparing for UseInstalling the Test SetMeeting Electrical and Environmental RequirementsLine SettingsThe available ac power source must

Chapter 1 21Preparing for UseInstalling the Test Set1. Preparing for UseProviding Adequate VentilationCooling holes are located on the bottom of the i

22 Chapter 1 Preparing for UsePreparation for Each TestPreparation for Each TestThe following procedures need to be executed before starting each test

Chapter 1 23Preparing for UsePreparation for Each Test1. Preparing for UseAdjusting the Display ContrastYou can adjust the display contrast by control

24 Chapter 1 Preparing for UsePreparation for Each TestEntering AttenuationsDetermine and enter the appropriate attenuation values caused by the anten

Chapter 1 25Preparing for UseTroubleshooting1. Preparing for UseTroubleshootingNo Measurement after StartCheck if the 13 MHz Reference field of the CO

26 Chapter 1 Preparing for UseTroubleshooting

272. Using Functions2 Using FunctionsIn this chapter, a few testing examples are discussed. This may help the first time user get familiar with the ba

28 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile Phone with the Test SetTesting a Mobile Phone with the Test SetIn this chapter, the following testing exa

ii Manual Part Number E6392-90051Edition/Print DateAll Editions and Updates of this manual and their creation dates are listed below.First Edition...

Chapter 2 29Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with AUTOMATIC TEST2. Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with AUTOMATIC TESTThe next proc

30 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with AUTOMATIC TESTStep 6. Set the highlighted fields of the test parameters as shown in the ab

Chapter 2 31Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with AUTOMATIC TEST2. Using FunctionsStep 12. Press the Test Condition softkey to go to the next

32 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with AUTOMATIC TESTStep 19. At the MS Call step, you are asked to call from the mobile. For exa

Chapter 2 33Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with AUTOMATIC TEST2. Using Functions• Press the Print All softkey to print the detailed measure

34 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Synchronous mode)Testing a Dual Band Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Synchronous mod

Chapter 2 35Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Synchronous mode)2. Using FunctionsStep 6. Specify the higlighted fields of th

36 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Synchronous mode)• If the BS Call softkey is pressed, you are asked to answer

Chapter 2 37Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Synchronous mode)2. Using Functions• If the MS Call softkey is pressed, the fo

38 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Synchronous mode)a. Press the Trigger Sing/Cont softkey to change the trigger

iiiSafety InformationThe following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this instrumen

Chapter 2 39Using FunctionsTesting a Dual Band Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Synchronous mode)2. Using Functions• When you press the BS Release softkey, wa

40 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Asynchronous mode)Testing a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Asynchronous mode)The following pr

Chapter 2 41Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Asynchronous mode)2. Using FunctionsIf you want to supply dc power from the Test Set to

42 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Asynchronous mode)Step 13. Press the Start softkey, and the next MANUAL TEST: Measuring

Chapter 2 43Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (Asynchronous mode)2. Using FunctionsStep 16. Press the Return softkey to reveal the next

44 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (GPRS mode)Testing a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (GPRS mode)The following procedure explains

Chapter 2 45Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (GPRS mode)2. Using FunctionsAt one field, press the CURSOR CONTROL knob, then rotate it.

46 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (GPRS mode)Step 13. Press the Start softkey, then the screen changes to the following MA

Chapter 2 47Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with MANUAL TEST (GPRS mode)2. Using Functionsa. Press the Trigger Sing/Cont softkey to change the trigger

48 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with SPECTRUM MONITORTesting a Mobile with SPECTRUM MONITORThis procedure describes a test on an E-GSM mo

iv DO NOT Substitute Parts Or Modify InstrumentBecause of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or perform un

Chapter 2 49Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with SPECTRUM MONITOR2. Using FunctionsIf you want to supply dc power from the Test Set to the mobile phon

50 Chapter 2 Using FunctionsTesting a Mobile with SPECTRUM MONITOR

513. Screen Reference3 Screen ReferenceIn this chapter, each screen of the Test Set is explained in detail including the operational features and the

52 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation GuideGeneral Operation GuideThis section outlines how to operate the Test Set.Front Panel OverviewThe T

Chapter 3 53Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation Guide3. Screen Reference• Controlling the marker: For the graphic displays in the MANUAL TEST and SPECTR

54 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation GuideRear Panel OverviewThe following illustration shows the rear panel of the Test Set:Figure 3-2 Rear

Chapter 3 55Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation Guide3. Screen ReferenceDisplay AnnotationDepending on functions and test situations there are several t

56 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation GuideScreen Flow ChartThe following illustrations show the screen flow charts according to each functio

Chapter 3 57Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation Guide3. Screen ReferenceFigure 3-5 Screen Flow ChartNOTE Refer to "MANUAL TEST (GPRS Mode)" on

58 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation GuideTest Parameters, Test Items and Allowable RangesDepending on the function modes, the Test Set has

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Chapter 3 59Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation Guide3. Screen ReferenceStoring Two Numeric ValuesFor numeric input fields such as channel numbers, inpu

60 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceGeneral Operation GuideRecalling the Numeric ValuesStep 1. Move the cursor to one of the numeric input fields of channels

Chapter 3 61Screen ReferenceInitial Screen3. Screen ReferenceInitial ScreenAfter power on, the initial screen can be used to select one of the functio

62 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceInitial Screeno CONFIGURATION: Displays the CONFIGURATION screen and its softkey menu. Screens for setting up the test se

Chapter 3 63Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTIn this test mode, Pass/Fail test results on all test items in the table ar

64 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTFigure 3-8 Stand-by Detailed ScreenSoftkey Menuo Start: Begins testing the mobile with AUTOMATIC TEST.o Scr

Chapter 3 65Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferenceScreen FieldsThe test flow steps from LOC. Update to BS/MS Release are shown to display w

66 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTIf the Screen Simp/Detai softkey is selected, the test items in the table below are shown. Pass/Fail test r

Chapter 3 67Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferenceIf some items are denoted to be skipped on the Test Setup: Test Sequence screen, or if th

68 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTThe following display fields remain blank on the lower screen at this state:Display Field DescriptionIMSI:D

vi ACOUSTIC NOISE EMISSIONLpA < 70 dBoperator positionnormal operationper ISO 7779GERXUSCHEMISSIONLpA < 70 dBam Arbeitsplatznormaler Betriebnac

Chapter 3 69Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferenceTalk Measuring ScreenWhile the measurement is being done after pressing the Start softkey

70 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTScreen FieldsAfter the Start softkey is pressed in the Stand-by screen, the measurement is initiated and th

Chapter 3 71Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferenceAborted ScreenIf the measurement is aborted by pressing the Abort softkey, either the AUT

72 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTo Return: Displays the initial screen with function modes.ExplanationDetailed test results up to the aborte

Chapter 3 73Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferencePass/Fail ScreenWhen a test is completed, either of the Pass/Fail simplified screen (Figu

74 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTo Return: Displays the initial screen with function modes.ExplanationIn the Pass/Fail detailed screen, the

Chapter 3 75Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferencePass/Fail Screen ExamplesThe following illustrations show some of the typical detailed sc

76 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTPass/Fail: Burst Timing/Power RampThis function measures and analyzes the power burst timing and the amplit

Chapter 3 77Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferencePass/Fail: Phase Error/Frequency ErrorThis function measures and analyzes the rms and pea

78 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TESTPass/Fail: Sensitivity/RX Quality/RX LevelThis function measures and analyzes the receiver sensitivity in t

viiIn this Book This guide describes how to use the Agilent Technologies E6392B GSM MS Test Set. This Test Set provides a variety of test functions

Chapter 3 79Screen ReferenceAUTOMATIC TEST3. Screen ReferencePass/Fail: DC CurrentThis function measures and analyzes the dc currents consumed at the

80 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)MANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)In the MANUAL TEST mode, each test item or a group of test it

Chapter 3 81Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceStand-by ScreenWhen the MANUAL TEST mode is selected, the following Stand

82 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)Screen FieldsThe input fields of the following parameters need to be set for a new test:Inp

Chapter 3 83Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceDC PowerSelects a supply mode. The choices are On and Off as follows:o On

84 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)The following test items are shown in groups in the table. The detailed test screens for th

Chapter 3 85Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceThe following display fields remain blank on the lower screen at this sta

86 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)MS Call or BS Call Measuring ScreenWhen the BS Call or MS Call softkey is pressed, the foll

Chapter 3 87Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceScreen" on page 88. If the response from the mobile takes too much t

88 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)Talk/RF Test Measuring ScreenWhile the Talk/RF Test step is blinking as shown in Figure 3-2

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Chapter 3 89Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceStep 2. Choose that test item by pressing the CURSOR CONTROL knob.Step 3.

90 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)Measuring Screen ExamplesMeasuring: Peak TX Power/Burst Timing/Power RampThe actual measure

Chapter 3 91Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceFigure 3-26 Aborted: Peak TX Power/Burst Timing/Power Ramp ScreenFigure 3

92 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)o Marker Coars/Fine: Toggles the marker control between Coars for coarse and Fine to move t

Chapter 3 93Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceMeasuring: Phase Error/Frequency ErrorThe RMS and Peak Phase Error and Fr

94 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)Softkey Menu 3o Print: Allows you to print a hardcopy of a graphic image from the screen.o

Chapter 3 95Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceMeasuring: Sensitivity/RX Quality/RX LevelThe test data for BER, FER, RX

96 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)Measuring: DC CurrentNOTE DC current measurements can be executed only when the DC Power fi

Chapter 3 97Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)3. Screen ReferenceSoftkey Menu 1o Start: Begins a new test.o Trigger Sing/Cont: Toggles the

98 Chapter 3 Screen ReferenceMANUAL TEST (Synchronous Mode)Measuring: Spectrum MonitorThe RF spectrum of the traffic channel can be measured with Spec