The MG362x1A firmware includes internal diagnostics that self-test the instrument. Self-test performs a diagnostics of most of the PCBs and other internal assemblies.
Caution
During self- test with RF OUTPUT set to ON, the output power level is set to 0 dBm. Always disconnect sensitive equipment from the unit before performing a self test.
Perform a self-test of the signal generator at any time during normal operation.
To perform a system self test:
Press 3-Line Icon | DIAGNOSTICS | SELF TEST
The SELF TEST RESULTS page is displayed after Self Test is performed. A sample of a SELF TEST pass screen is shown in Figure: SELF TEST Pass. A sample of a SELF TEST failed screen is shown in Figure: SELF TEST Failed. Press the karat at the right of the status results to show the passing and/or failing measurement results as shown in Figure: Self Test Status Log.
SELF TEST Pass
SELF TEST Failed
Self Test Results
When Self Test is performed, a comprehensive status log of the measurement results can be viewed as shown in Figure: Self Test Status Log. The results that are displayed for each module are option dependent. Self-test status results will be provided for each option installed. See Self-Test Messages for a complete log of self-test results. The self test results can be saved to a file for future reference.
Pass:
Pass is displayed when all self testing measurements pass, the Overall Status and SYSTEM would display “pass”.
Fail:
Fail is displayed if some or all tests detect an error which is not a command error, a query error, or an execution error and some device operations did not properly complete, possibly due to an abnormal hardware or firmware condition.
Pass and Fail:
Both the pass and fail results are displayed.
Save Test Results
Press SAVE in the lower right corner to open the Save File dialog. The self test results are a log file saved internally as “SelfTest___2021-08-18-09-21-48.log (yyyy-mm-dd- hr-min-sec). The file name and location can be changed and saved per the user’s discretion.
