Rear Panel: Names and Functions of Parts

Latest version [S/N prefix MY542/SG542 or above]

Previous version [S/N prefix MY541/SG541 or below]

                       

24 Bit (Handler) I/O Port

The terminal to which an automatic machine (handler) used on a production line is connected. See 24 Bit (Handler) I/O Port.

Connector type: 36-pin Ribbon (Centronics) connector

Certificate of Authenticity Label

The label shows the license information of the Windows Operating System

Ethernet Port

A terminal for connecting the E4990A to a LAN (Local Area Network). Connecting this instrument to a LAN enables you to access the hard disk drive of this instrument from an external PC or to control this instrument by using SICL-LAN or telnet.

Specification

Value

Connector type

8-pin RJ-45 connector

Base Standard

10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T

External Monitor Output Port (VIDEO)

A terminal to which an external color monitor (display device) can be connected.

[S/N prefix MY542/SG542 or above]

Connector type: Display Port and 15-pin VGA connector, female

By connecting a color monitor to this terminal, Keysight Technologies logo is shown on an external color monitor as the extended desktop.

When the same information shown on the LCD screen of the main body, Go to Windows -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Connect to an external display. Select “Duplicate these displays” at Multiple displays and then click Apply and OK.

[S/N prefix MY541/SG541 or below ]

Connector type: 15-pin VGA connector, female

By connecting a color monitor to this terminal, the same information is shown on an external color monitor as the clone displays.

External Trigger (EXT TRIG)

Input

A connector to which external trigger signals are input. This connector detects the downward transition from the HIGH state in TTL signals as the trigger signal. To use this connector to generate a trigger, you must set the trigger source to the "external" side. The connector type is BNC, female.

GPIB Port

The connection of an external controller through General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB) connector allows you to configure an automatic measurement system.  

This GPIB port is used only for controlling the E4990A from an external controller. Use USB/GPIB interface to control other devices from the E4990A. You cannot control other devices from the E4990A through this GPIB port.

Solid State Drive (SSD)

Built in solid state drive.

Reference Signal Ports (10MHz)

The specification for the signals is specified in the data sheet.

Input (REF IN)

The reference signal input connector is used for phase-locking the measurement signal from the E4990A to the external frequency reference signal. Inputting reference signal to this connector improves the accuracy and frequency stability of the measurement signal from the E4990A. When the frequency reference signal is input to this connector, the measurement signal from the E4990A is automatically phase-locked to the reference signal. When an input signal is not present, the frequency reference signal inside the E4990A is automatically used. The ExtRef on the instrument status bar is displayed in blue when the system is phase-locked to the external reference signal and in gray when not phase-locked.

When using Option 1E5 (high stability time base), connect this connector to the REF OVEN by using the BNC(m)-BNC(m) cable included with the option.

Output (REF OUT)

A connector for outputting the internal frequency reference signal from the E4990A. By connecting this output connector to the external reference signal input connector of another device, the device can be phase-locked to the internal reference signal of the E4990A and used under this condition.

High Stability Frequency Reference Output (REF OVEN, OPT 1E5)

When Option 1E5 (high stability time base) is installed, the reference signal is output from this connector. Connect this connector to the REF IN by using the BNC(m)-BNC(m) adapter included with the option.

Line Switch (Always ON)

Always keep this switch on (|).

Power Cable Receptacle (to LINE)

The receptacle (outlet) to which the power cable is connected.

For more on the power supply, see the Installation Guide.

Serial Number Plate

The label showing the product number, serial number and the installed option number. The accessary and system rack options are not listed on this label. (CFGxxx or ATOxxx in the first line is Keysight Use Only.)

USB Interface Port (USBTMC)

Through this port, you can control the E4990A from external controllers. For more information on the measurement system using the USB port, see the USB Remote Control System.

Specification

Value

Connector type

Universal serial bus (USB), type B (4 contact positions), Female (jack)

Compliance Standards

USBTMC-USB488 and USB3.0 (S/N prefix MY542/SG542 or above),  USB2.0 (S/N prefix MY541/SG541 or below)

USB Ports

Four USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are provided that can be used for connecting to USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB memory or a printer. Connecting a compatible printer to this port enables screen information on the E4990A to be printed. See Using USB for more detail.

Compliance Standards: