QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
Learn the sweep mode panel
QuickSyn Lite Synthesizers
Sweep Mode
The sweep mode panel groups together all controls related to
frequency and power sweep. The user can use the controls on the
sweep mode panel to set triggering, sweep direction, frequency
range and step size, power range and step size, and frequency and
power dwell time.
QuickSyn Lite Synthesizers employ the same revolutionary
phase-refining QuickSyn technology as the full-featured
QuickSyn Synthesizers, enabling wide coverage (0.65 to 10 or
20 GHz), fine resolution (1 Hz resolution), fast frequency
switching (100 μs), and instrument-grade spectral purity.
This document will guide you through the simple process of
setting up your QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer. A complete user
manual is available online (ni-microwavecomponents.com)
along with device drivers and software.
NOTE:
We recently changed the branding of the QuickSyn product
line by replacing the Phase Matrix logo with the National
Instruments logo. In some cases, as we deplete our stock, you
may observe the Phase Matrix logo on packaging, software,
manuals, and the unit itself.
Check kit contents
Identify contents of box:
Letter
Learn the list mode panel
Description
Order Number
Qty
A
QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer
FSL-0010 or FSL-0020
1
B
CABLE,USB
MFSW-ACC02
1
C
CABLE,DC BIAS
2048118-00
1
List Mode
The list mode panel groups together all of the controls related to
setting up and executing triggered sequences of synthesizer states.
(This cable is for functional test purposes only)
Install drivers and software
Download device drivers and Soft Front Panel from ni-microwavecomponents.com and refer to the QuickSyn user manual for instructions on
how to install the drivers and software. Note the user manual is available online.
National Instruments | 4600 Patrick Henry Drive, Santa Clara CA 95054 | 408-610-6810 | ni-microwavecomponents.com
© 2016 National Instruments
Document No. 5520035-00 | Rev. C | ECN 001641
QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
Setup synthesizer
1. Insert one end of an SMA cable (not supplied) to the synthesizer’s RF OUT SMA connector and the other end of the cable
to the applicable microwave test equipment as shown in the
illustration below.
2. Insert the Mini-B end of the USB cable into the synthesizer’s
USB connector and the A-Type end into the computer’s USB
receptacle.
Learn how to use the QuickSyn soft front panel
4. Connect the black (ground) wire of the DC bias power cable to
the power supply.
Refer to the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer user manual available online
for a detailed review of the soft front panel.
5. Connect the red (+12 V) wire to the power supply.
The QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer Soft Front Panel is a graphical user
interface (GUI) that provides a quick and easy way to exercise the
synthesizer’s extensive functionality. The GUI contains three tabs
6. Insert the 30-pin SPI connector into the synthesizer’s SPI
connector receptacle.
in the upper-left corner that represent the three logical groups of
functionality—main control, sweep mode, and list mode.
7. Turn on the power supply.
3. Ensure that the power supply is turned off before connecting
DC cables. Verify that the voltage of the power supply is set
between +12 V and +12.5 V.
MAIN CONTROL
TAB
FREQUENCY
REFERENCE
WARNING:
Voltage less than +11.4 V at the synthesizer connector
may result in malfunction; voltage in excess of +15 V
may damage the synthesizer.
NOTE:
The QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer generates heat. Therefore, use a heatsink or ensure adequate ( ≥ 1 cfm) airflow
is present to prevent the synthesizer’s internal temperature from exceeding +75° C.
INDICATORS
Temperature
Frequency
Launch software
Launch the previously installed control software by double clicking on the shortcut icon
the computer’s desktop.
Reference
which was placed on
National Instruments | 4600 Patrick Henry Drive, Santa Clara CA 95054 | 408-610-6810 | ni-microwavecomponents.com
© 2016 National Instruments
Document No. 5520035-00 | Rev. C | ECN 001641
QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
Setup synthesizer
1. Insert one end of an SMA cable (not supplied) to the synthesizer’s RF OUT SMA connector and the other end of the cable
to the applicable microwave test equipment as shown in the
illustration below.
2. Insert the Mini-B end of the USB cable into the synthesizer’s
USB connector and the A-Type end into the computer’s USB
receptacle.
Learn how to use the QuickSyn soft front panel
4. Connect the black (ground) wire of the DC bias power cable to
the power supply.
Refer to the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer user manual available online
for a detailed review of the soft front panel.
5. Connect the red (+12 V) wire to the power supply.
The QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer Soft Front Panel is a graphical user
interface (GUI) that provides a quick and easy way to exercise the
synthesizer’s extensive functionality. The GUI contains three tabs
6. Insert the 30-pin SPI connector into the synthesizer’s SPI
connector receptacle.
in the upper-left corner that represent the three logical groups of
functionality—main control, sweep mode, and list mode.
7. Turn on the power supply.
3. Ensure that the power supply is turned off before connecting
DC cables. Verify that the voltage of the power supply is set
between +12 V and +12.5 V.
MAIN CONTROL
TAB
FREQUENCY
REFERENCE
WARNING:
Voltage less than +11.4 V at the synthesizer connector
may result in malfunction; voltage in excess of +15 V
may damage the synthesizer.
NOTE:
The QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer generates heat. Therefore, use a heatsink or ensure adequate ( ≥ 1 cfm) airflow
is present to prevent the synthesizer’s internal temperature from exceeding +75° C.
INDICATORS
Temperature
Frequency
Launch software
Launch the previously installed control software by double clicking on the shortcut icon
the computer’s desktop.
Reference
which was placed on
National Instruments | 4600 Patrick Henry Drive, Santa Clara CA 95054 | 408-610-6810 | ni-microwavecomponents.com
© 2016 National Instruments
Document No. 5520035-00 | Rev. C | ECN 001641
QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
QuickSyn Lite QuickStart Guide
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
This document provides information about hardware and software
installation for the QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer.
Learn the sweep mode panel
QuickSyn Lite Synthesizers
Sweep Mode
The sweep mode panel groups together all controls related to
frequency and power sweep. The user can use the controls on the
sweep mode panel to set triggering, sweep direction, frequency
range and step size, power range and step size, and frequency and
power dwell time.
QuickSyn Lite Synthesizers employ the same revolutionary
phase-refining QuickSyn technology as the full-featured
QuickSyn Synthesizers, enabling wide coverage (0.65 to 10 or
20 GHz), fine resolution (1 Hz resolution), fast frequency
switching (100 μs), and instrument-grade spectral purity.
This document will guide you through the simple process of
setting up your QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer. A complete user
manual is available online (ni-microwavecomponents.com)
along with device drivers and software.
NOTE:
We recently changed the branding of the QuickSyn product
line by replacing the Phase Matrix logo with the National
Instruments logo. In some cases, as we deplete our stock, you
may observe the Phase Matrix logo on packaging, software,
manuals, and the unit itself.
Check kit contents
Identify contents of box:
Letter
Learn the list mode panel
Description
Order Number
Qty
A
QuickSyn Lite Synthesizer
FSL-0010 or FSL-0020
1
B
CABLE,USB
MFSW-ACC02
1
C
CABLE,DC BIAS
2048118-00
1
List Mode
The list mode panel groups together all of the controls related to
setting up and executing triggered sequences of synthesizer states.
(This cable is for functional test purposes only)
Install drivers and software
Download device drivers and Soft Front Panel from ni-microwavecomponents.com and refer to the QuickSyn user manual for instructions on
how to install the drivers and software. Note the user manual is available online.
National Instruments | 4600 Patrick Henry Drive, Santa Clara CA 95054 | 408-610-6810 | ni-microwavecomponents.com
© 2016 National Instruments
Document No. 5520035-00 | Rev. C | ECN 001641