The 86038B software version 4.1.9 brings a limited patch to the accumulated updates of 4.1.8 for special issues and ensures compatibility with the current firmware for the underlying network analyzer. Data and setup file formats are the since version 4.1.7.

Changes from Version 4.1.8 to 4.1.9

  • Fixed issue with non-operation of temperature status icon for some later hardware units

Changes from Version 4.1.7 to 4.1.8

  • Allows use of PNA firmware versions beyond A.06.04.32, like A.07.50.50 to simplify maintenance
  • Improves length measurement for measuring amplified lengths beyond 700km to about 10,000km
  • Improved performance of curve-fitting routines and precision of exported fit data
  • Fixed keypad control issues and other minor bugs
  • Incorporates enhancements developed for customized measurement needs

Changes from Version 4.0.6 to 4.1.7 (major release, .oda file format changed)

  • Added support for Option 400 Enhanced PDL and Loss Accuracy
  • Support for multiple lasers, low-SSE laser ports and automatic TLS switching
  • Optical phase and phase deviation calculation
  • Curve fit functions vs. frequency as well as wavelength
  • Export of PMD vector and Mueller Matrix elements
  • Optional 6-state PDL and DGD methods for better accuracy over wide wavelength ranges
  • Displays maximum CD for chosen settings to avoid phase wrapping
  • Simultaneous saving and exporting of measurement data
Keysight recommends using the most current version, which includes the most up-to-date bug fixes and security patches available.
Release Date Version Version Description
2011-04-08 4.1.9 Setup file for the user interface software on the 86038B instrument. First uninstall the existing version and then run this installer file.
Release Date Version
2011-04-08 4.1.9
Version Description
Setup file for the user interface software on the 86038B instrument. First uninstall the existing version and then run this installer file.

How to Download

  • See Above

How to Install

  • Information Not Available

Licensing

  • Does Not Require a License

Add-On Software / Utilities

Installs on: Instrument

Operating System

  • Windows XP

Prerequisites

  • See Documentation

Supported Instruments

  • 86038B
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