05-02-2016 03:23 PM
I wish to access the pna n5222a network analyzer through Labview I want to start an S Parameter analysis on the PNA through labview vi's.
1. i need to configure the frequency , resolution etc
2. start the analysis
3. read the data in labview
4. log
so far i have not been able to find any command that indicates that data can be read from the pna directly without having to save the file first in the pna.
Also how do i set the resolution- this option is available on the front panel of the PNA but its not available as a command or labview VI in any of the similar dirver vi's.
05-02-2016 03:50 PM - edited 05-02-2016 03:57 PM
I do not have this device, but these drivers should work: http://sine.ni.com/apps/utf8/niid_web_display.model_page?p_model_id=6417
Have you tried the examples included with those yet?
What resolution are you looking to set? A display resolution, or a measurement resolution?
Aslo, I recommend that you see if there is even a command for what you want to do. Here is the user guide/programming guide: http://www.keysight.com/main/techSupport.jspx?nid=-32497.1150215&pid=x201875&cc=US&lc=eng&pageMode=P...
Select Manuals on the left, then Select Help, and then you will have the user guide.
I selected A.10.49 (online version) and then selected the Programming button (far right side), then choose "from a simulated user interface" which should be like the front panel. IT will list any commands availiable for the button.
05-08-2016 06:21 AM
To answer your question, I am looking to set the measurment resolution. I was not able to test the VIs provided in the examples as the PNA is not getting detected on NI MAX. I am using a GPIB connection to do this. Unfortunately the PNA device is not getting detected in the NI MAX , the keysight Communication Expert and benchvue. On using a LAN connection ,I was able to detect the PNA on the Command expert but not on NI MAX. Is there something I am doing wrong? I have installed labview 2015 and all the required GPIB packages.