Anritsu PSN50 CalXpert software discontinued. Do you have it? - Page 1
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author: homem_do_saco
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: September 30, 2021, 02:52:56 am
content: Hi guys.Just received news from Anritsu that, since the PSN50 power sensor is discontinued, they can't offer any support, including selling related software.I currently have the option to buy a second hand PSN50. With the CalXpert alibration software, I reckon I could sniff the comms and build my own library.If you have this software, could you make it available?Thanks.

author: DaJMasta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 30, 2021, 03:13:26 am
content: I believe the only control software for this line of sensors is their mobile spectrum/network/cellular analyzers. Though it has a USB connector and interface, I don't know of PC software, but any analyzer hardware with the appropriate high accuracy power meter option gives you the GUI interface for the sensor on the analyzer's screen (and integrated into other displays).

author: homem_do_saco
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: September 30, 2021, 03:30:12 am
content: DajMasta, I think that`s indeed the designed use. I actually have a MT8212B, but not the necessary option 19.This fellow (https://wahz.blogspot.com/2017/12/anritsu-psn50-power-sensor.html) got it pretty far, and I think he didn`t realize he should get the cal factor to correct for the actual frequency.Analyzing the software manual one can see it does all that`s necessary for standalone operationhttps://www.anritsu.com/en-US/test-measurement/support/downloads/manuals/dwl008321, hence my interest.

author: rplabs
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: September 01, 2022, 10:50:08 am
content: Quote from: ua4yhz on July 20, 2022, 07:52:46 pmHi,Looks good. Any chance you can share it here?I got one PSN50 from a friend but I see no way to make use of it in my lab.Thanks!

author: rplabs
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: October 10, 2022, 11:15:09 am
content: Quote from: ua4yhz on October 08, 2022, 07:27:32 amOops...I missed that. I saw the picture but not the zip file.Thanks a lot!

author: Kota
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 26, 2024, 10:23:21 am
content: Hello, how can I get this new version specifically? for Windows 11Quote from: ua4yhz on July 20, 2022, 07:52:46 pm

author: Jabi
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 31, 2024, 05:17:56 am
content: Good morning:If it is possible, please send me your aplication. Regards de Jabi, ea2aru.

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2025, 04:39:09 am
content: hidid you have had any success with using psn50 with the app.i tried app on winxp, it says not a valid win32 appon win 10 the app runs but the sensor is not getting detected. few questions1. do we need to connect sensor using usb or rs232 to pc2. if via usb, any specific driver3. if via rs232 the cable is null modem or simple4. if via rs232, how do we power the sensor, via 12V or via usb port

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2025, 04:59:56 am
content: Quote from: rplabs on October 10, 2022, 11:15:09 amhidid you have had any success with using psn50 with the app.i tried app on winxp, it says not a valid win32 appon win 10 the app runs but the sensor is not getting detected. few questions1. do we need to connect sensor using usb or rs232 to pc2. if via usb, any specific driver3. if via rs232 the cable is null modem or simple4. if via rs232, how do we power the sensor, via 12V or via usb port

author: coromonadalix
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2025, 06:16:57 am
content: https://www.bellnw.com/cdn/shop/files/PDF-ANR-PSN50.pdf?v=175384118286781892739 to 18vdc on a dc jack + at the center, but they say if powered thru usb you dont need external psuusb and or rs232 for legacy connection ?usb you should see a device be added in device manager and or an exclamation mark, if so check the hardware vid / pid to find the needed driverand you had another thread if you saw it or nothttps://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/anritsu-psn50-will-it-work-with-windows/msg5588839/#msg5588839

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 19, 2025, 04:55:39 pm
content: Quote from: coromonadalix on January 19, 2025, 06:16:57 amThanks for the information.yes i have seen the thread you mentioned.when using the USB in Win10, i could see it getting installed as com port. PID etc is visblei tried sending IDN command through hyper terminal and Tektronix Talklisten suite to the com port but no responsei also tried the same using USB to serial converter and connecting to RS232 port on sensor but no responseTried both null modem and straight cable for RS 232 but still no responsei feel maybe some special driver is needed for USB connection or maybe with a particular PID / VID value

author: coromonadalix
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 12:37:55 am
content: can you list thoses vid's pid's please

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 03:57:35 am
content: Quote from: coromonadalix on January 20, 2025, 12:37:55 amon win10, when connected to USB it reads as belowUSB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFC8\5&1548B049&0&1 --- under device instance pathandUSB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFC8&REV_0000USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFC8----------under hardware IDs

author: coromonadalix
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 12:39:07 pm
content: so far i found theses"Anritsu MA24126A"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFCF"Anritsu MA24108A"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFCE"Anritsu MA24118A"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFCB"Anritsu MA24106A"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFC9"Anritsu MA24104A"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFCC"Anritsu MA24105A"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FF80"Anritsu MA24240A"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FF81"Anritsu Sensor Upgrade Driver"=DriverInstall.NTamd64, USB\VID_03EB&PID_6124attached some files / driversmost come from PowerXpert_V3.50_Full.exe ... with peazip you can open some files as archive an check in them ..VID_0B5B is Anritsu for surebut FFC8 ?PSN50 docs referes to thesesMT8222A BTS Master and the MS272XB Spectrum Master or 331D/S332D/MT8212B/MS2711Dits a matter of finding related drivers .... PSN50 Power Sensor Drivers ?stupid mein the anritsu PSN50.zip file YOU DO have the INF file to install the needed driver / or device informations... you have to manually install this driver by pointing it to the inf file called anritsu.inf ... while doing a driver search ..."Anritsu PSN50"=DriverInstall, USB\VID_0B5B&PID_FFC8but i'm waiting for others to see how it goes, and work, my job wanted to use some of theses for 1 - 3 ghz signals ....

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 01:49:06 pm
content: I tried installing this driver from folder but in win10, it says best driver already installed and is not allowing.Probably unless this driver gets installed the app won't work

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 01:57:28 pm
content: It seems there are two ways to connect. Usb ir rs232. Usb will need appropriate driver and rs232 will not require driver.The power meter app will work on usb mode.I found another app from anritsu which is similar but connect via rs232. Will try to connect through this.I have found a local developer who is willing to sniff usb port on win7 and then write a program from win10 environment.But to start, need to some how connect to sensor

author: coromonadalix
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 02:36:29 pm
content: for the "best installed driver" you can force an removal in the device driver pane, you have an removal option .... a removal normally would ask for a complete removal too ... ?or in the device properties driver you can check what is usedsay like ftdi xxx prolific etc ... windows will enumerate it's xxx.sys etc ... or unless it install like HID devices .. i can't say since i don't have onefor Windows i'ts a matter of declaring drivers, and for sure the software may search such declaration in registry or else ...normally you have the inf file and the cat file, but windows may pop up the no valid driver signature .... you would need the change windows into some developer mode / test mode thru msconfigwould finally means this driver was maybe for win 7 win 8, not 8.1 or 10 etc ..... since 8.1 drivers have enforcement signature added

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 04:00:37 pm
content: I think easy and best way in win10 environment is to use usb to rs232 cable.From the site master schmatics its apparent that all pins of rs232 are being used. Only 2 3 &5 wont work

author: vishaldotgupta
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 20, 2025, 04:01:55 pm
content: Or use a vmware in win 10. Install win7 and try using it

author: APKVblog
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 16, 2025, 04:51:22 pm
content: Quote from: ua4yhz on March 15, 2025, 02:43:11 pmSo what's the point of your posts??Do you want to be praised and applauded or what??Are you selling, helping or just spamming??