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Contents
1. Introduction to the APSIN Signal Generator ....................................................... 1
What is contained? .................................................................................................... 1
General Features and Functions .................................................................................... 2
Options ................................................................................................................... 2
Front and Rear Panel Overview .................................................................................... 3
2. Getting Started ........................................................................................... 6
System Requirements ................................................................................................. 6
Unpacking the APSIN ................................................................................................. 6
Initial Inspection ....................................................................................................... 6
Using the APSIN for the first time.................................................................................. 6
Installing the APSIN Remote Client ................................................................................ 7
Applying Power to the APSIN ...................................................................................... 12
Shutting Down the APSIN .......................................................................................... 12
Company Details ...................................................................................................... 13
Options
B3: internal battery operation
HC: front panel user interface with rotary knob
PE3: step attenuator for extended power range
RM: 19’’ rack mount kit
Unless noted otherwise, this manual describes the basic version of the instrument.
RF On/Off button The ON/OFF key toggles between RF output on and RF output off. The red light is
indicating whether the RF output is enabled (light on) or not.
RF Out connector This female N- type or SMA connector provides the output for RF signals. The
impedance is 50 ohm. The damage level is +30 dBm maximum. The maximum allowed DC level is +/-
10 V.
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Figure 1 APSIN Rear Panel View 11
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1 RJ-45 host connector Used for connecting with a controller, such as a PC or Labtop.
2 USB Device Used for connecting with a controller, such as a PC or Labtop. Communication via USB-
TMC protocol.
3 USB Host Used for connecting USB devices such as Memory sticks or USB-TMC power meters.
4 FM/PM MOD IN connector This BNC input connector accepts a 0 to 2 V (peak) signal for FM
modulation. The damage level is 4 Vrms.
5 REF IN connector Female BNC connector, accepts a TTL or -5 to +15 dBm sine signal from an external
reference oscillator that is within ±1 ppm of the programmed reference frequency. The nominal input
impedance is 50 ohm.
6 TRIG IN connector Female BNC connector, accepts a TTL signal from an external trigger source. The
input impedance is 1Mohm.
7 AM / PULSE MOD IN connector This BNC input connector accepts TTL signal for pulse modulation
respectively analog voltage for AM. The damage level is 5 Vrms.
8 REF OUT connector Female BNC connector is for an output of the internal 10 MHz reference
frequency, which has a nominal output level greater than 0 dBm, and an output impedance of 50
ohm.
10 Power switch The power switch disconnects the signal generator from the DC input completely,
including the internal high-stability reference. After switching on this switch, the signal generator
enters into standby with the OCXO warming up and RF out switched off. The red power LED (option
HC only) on the front panel is turned on.
11 DC IN power receptacle The power receptacle accepts a two-pin plug from the external 6 V DC
power adapter
System Requirements
To ensure that your APSIN signal generator operates correctly with the graphical user interface,
you must have a computer with at least the minimum system requirements to run one of the
supported operating systems.
Operating system Windows™ 2000 SP4, XP SP2 or Vista, 7 or 8.
Ethernet Port 10/100/1000M LAN or USB2 Port
Initial Inspection
Inspect the shipping container(s) for damage. If container is damaged, retain it until contents of
the shipment have been verified against the packing list and instruments have been inspected
for mechanical and electrical operation.
1. Install the software. Load the CD-ROM that is included with your APSIN device, then click
the "Install Software" link and follow the on-screen instructions.
2. Connect and apply power to your APSIN device. Only use the supplied external power
supply. Using other supplies may cause malfunction or permanent damage to the device.
3. Switch on the APSIN device using front panel on/off switch and start working.
4. If using the device remotely, connect LAN or USB cable.Click the new APSIN icon on your
Windows desktop. The GUI will detect your APSIN device which may take a moment.
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