Getting Started with Remote Operation

IO Libraries and Programming Languages

IO Libraries and Programming Languages

The IO libraries is a collection of functions used by a programming language to send instrument commands and receive instrument data. Before you can communicate and control the signal generator, you must have an IO library installed on your computer. The Agilent IO libraries are included on an Automation- Ready CD with your signal generator and Agilent GPIB interface board, or they can be downloaded from the Agilent website: http://www.agilent.com.

NOTE To learn about using IO libraries with Windows XP or newer operating systems, refer to the Agilent IO Libraries Suite’s help located on the Automation- Ready CD that ships with your signal generator. Other sources of this information, can be found with the Agilent GPIB interface board’s CD, or downloaded from the Agilent website: http://www.agilent.com.

To better understand setting up Windows XP operating systems and newer, using PC LAN port settings, refer to Chapter 2.

Agilent IO Libraries Suite

The Agilent IO Libraries Suite replaces earlier versions of the Agilent IO Libraries. Agilent IO Libraries Suite does not support Windows NT. If you are using the Windows NT platform, you must use Agilent IO Libraries version M or earlier.

Windows 98 and Windows ME are not supported in the Agilent IO Libraries Suite version 14.1 and higher.

CAUTION The Agilent MXG’s USB interface requires Agilent IO Libraries Suite 14.1 or newer. For more information on connecting instruments to the USB, refer to the Agilent Connection Expert in the Agilent IO Libraries Help.

NOTE The signal generator ships with an Automation- Ready CD that contains the Agilent IO Libraries Suite 14.0 for users who use Windows 98 and Windows ME. These older systems are no longer supported.

Once the libraries are loaded, you can use the Agilent Connection Expert, Interactive IO, or VISA Assistant to configure and communicate with the signal generator over different IO interfaces. Follow instructions in the setup wizard to install the libraries.

Windows NT and XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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N5183A, N5183A MXG, E8663B, N5181A/82A specifications

Agilent Technologies is renowned for its innovative solutions in electronic test and measurement equipment. Among its offerings are several signal generators including the N5181A, N5182A, E8663B, and N5183A MXG. These models are distinguished not only by their performance but also by their versatility across various applications in communications, aerospace, and electronics.

The Agilent N5181A and N5182A, part of the MXG family, are highly versatile signal generators known for their exceptional frequency performance and flexibility. The N5181A operates from 100 kHz to 6 GHz, while the N5182A extends that range up to 12 GHz. They provide high fidelity signals with low phase noise, making them ideal for the development and testing of RF components and systems. These generators support a wide variety of modulation formats, including AM, FM, PM, and pulse modulation, catering to diverse application needs.

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The N5183A MXG signal generator enhances the lineup with frequency coverage up to 6 GHz and advanced capabilities. It integrates various modulation capabilities while ensuring high signal integrity. Its architecture is tailored for both production test environments and research applications, providing users with the flexibility to adapt to changing testing requirements.

Common characteristics across these models include a user-friendly interface that simplifies configuration and operation. They are often equipped with LAN and USB interfaces for easy remote control and integration into automated test systems. The robustness of these generators allows them to perform reliably in challenging environments, making them essential tools in laboratories, manufacturing floors, and field testing scenarios.

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