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Error Codes			GPIB Error Strings
Table 18 Overview for Supported Strings

		Error

	New/Old/Standard	Number	String

	New	-290	“Application currently running - no GPIB support”
			Description:
			The instrument has built-in applications that have no GPIB support ( such
			as Logging,Stability,PACT).
			Example
			When an application is running error -290 will be returned if any command
			other than one the following is sent:
			*WAI
			*OPC?
			:SPECial:REBoot
			:SYSTem:ERRor?
			:SYSTem:VERSion?

	-300 to -399 or between 1 and 32767 Device-Specific Errors (Module)

	Old	-300	“Internal error (StatVals Lost)”
			“Internal error (StatInternalError)”
			Description
			These are generic device-dependent errors used when the instrument can-
			not detect more specific errors.
	New	-301	"Module doesn't support this command (StatCmdUnknown)"
			Description:
			The addressed module does not support the SCPI command.
			Example:
			When a command from the SENSe SCPI tree is sent to a fixed or tunable
			laser source.
	New	-302	"Internal timeout error (StatTimedOut)"
			Description:
			A command has not returned in the expected time.
	New	-303	"Module slot empty or slot / channel invalid"
			Description:
			The user has send a command to an empty slot.
	New	-304	"Command was aborted (StatAborted)"
			Description:
			The command has been interrupted by another event.

266	Agilent 8163A/B, 8164A/B & 8166A/B Mainframes, Fifth Edition

8163A, 8164A, 8166A, B specifications

Agilent Technologies B,86100A is a high-performance oscilloscope and signal integrity analyzer designed primarily for advanced digital communications applications. As a versatile tool, it supports a wide range of testing needs, making it indispensable for engineers and researchers involved in the development and testing of high-speed digital signals.

One of the standout features of the B,86100A is its capability to analyze signals with various bandwidths, accommodating both current and emerging communication standards. The device features a sampling rate of up to 80 GS/s and bandwidth capabilities of 33 GHz to ensure high accuracy in capturing fast signal transitions, which is critical for ensuring the integrity of complex digital signals.

The B,86100A employs Agilent's proprietary digital signal processing (DSP) technology, which significantly enhances measurement precision and reduces noise, enabling users to obtain clearer insights into signal behavior. Its advanced triggering capabilities allow for precise signal capture, making it particularly useful in troubleshooting and validating high-speed designs, as well as in evaluating the performance of optical and electrical devices.

In addition to its high-speed capabilities, the B,86100A offers a robust set of measurement tools including jitter analysis, eye diagram analysis, and equalization assessment. These features allow engineers to effectively analyze signal quality and address potential issues related to signaling distortions and inter-symbol interference.

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Another key characteristic of the B,86100A is its modularity. The system supports a variety of plug-in modules, which can be tailored to specific application needs, such as different types of optical and electrical signals. This flexibility not only extends the operational capability of the instrument but also makes it a future-proof investment as technology continues to evolve.

In summary, Agilent Technologies B,86100A combines high-speed acquisition with advanced processing capabilities, making it an essential instrument for anyone involved in high-speed digital design and testing. With its ability to deliver precise measurements and extensive analysis features, it empowers engineers to achieve optimal performance and reliability in their systems.

Agilent Technologies 8163A, B, 8166A, 8164A manual 266

Models: 8163A 8164A 8166A B

Number

New

-290

Description:

Example

Old

-300

Description

New

-301

Description:

Example:

New

-302

Description:

New

-303

Description:

Description:

8163A, 8164A, 8166A, B specifications