®
R&S
AREG800A
Automotive Radar Echo
Generator
Getting Started
(;ÝT92)
1179360902
Version 03
This document describes the R&S®AREG800A, stock no. 1437.4400.02.
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Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol, e.g.
R&S®AREG800A is indicated as R&S AREG800A and R&S®QAT100 is indicated as R&S QAT100.
R&S®AREG800A
Contents
1 Safety and regulatory information....................................... 5
1.1 Safety instructions................................................................................5
1.2 Labels on R&S AREG800A...................................................................8
1.3 Warning messages in the documentation..........................................8
2 Documentation overview.................................................... 10
2.1 Getting started manual.......................................................................10
2.2 User manual and help.........................................................................10
2.3 Printed safety instructions.................................................................10
Contents
2.4 Data sheet............................................................................................ 11
2.5 Release notes and open-source acknowledgment (OSA)...............11
3 Key features......................................................................... 12
4 Preparing for use................................................................. 13
4.1 Lifting and carrying............................................................................ 13
4.2 Unpacking and checking....................................................................13
4.3 Choosing the operating site.............................................................. 14
4.4 Setting up the R&S AREG800A......................................................... 14
4.5 Considerations for test setup............................................................ 16
4.6 Connecting to power.......................................................................... 18
4.7 Connecting to LAN............................................................................. 18
4.8 Connecting USB devices................................................................... 19
4.9 Connecting the R&S QAT100.............................................................20
4.10 Connecting to Ref In/Ref Out.............................................................23
4.11 Connecting to Aux IF In/Aux IF Out.................................................. 23
4.12 Connecting a TRX frontend............................................................... 23
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4.13 Switching on or off............................................................................. 26
Contents
5 Instrument tour.................................................................... 28
5.1 Front panel tour.................................................................................. 28
5.2 Rear panel tour....................................................................................34
6 Trying out the instrument................................................... 41
6.1 Configuring static operation setups................................................. 41
6.2 Saving and recalling settings............................................................ 43
7 Instrument control............................................................... 46
7.1 Possible ways to operate the instrument......................................... 46
7.2 Means of manual interaction............................................................. 47
7.3 Understanding the display information............................................ 48
7.4 Accessing the functionality............................................................... 49
7.5 Entering data....................................................................................... 50
7.6 Getting information and help.............................................................52
7.7 Remote control....................................................................................54
7.8 Remote operation over VNC.............................................................. 55
8 Contacting customer support............................................ 56
Index..................................................................................... 57
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Safety and regulatory information
Safety instructions
1 Safety and regulatory information
The product documentation helps you use the product safely and efficiently. Follow the instructions provided here and in the following chapters.
Intended use
The product is intended for the development, production and verification of electronic components and devices in industrial, administrative, and laboratory environments. Use the product only for its designated purpose.
Observe the operating conditions and performance limits stated in the data sheet.
Where do I find safety information?
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you of potential
dangers and gives instructions on how to prevent personal injury or damage
caused by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
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In Chapter 1.1, "Safety instructions", on page 5. The same information is
provided in many languages as printed "Safety Instructions". The printed
"Safety Instructions" are delivered with the product.
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Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you
need to take care during setup or operation.
1.1 Safety instructions
Products from the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies are manufactured
according to the highest technical standards. To use the products safely, follow
the instructions provided here and in the product documentation. Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other users.
Use the product only for its intended use and within its performance limits. Intended use and limits are described in the product documentation such as the data
sheet, manuals and the printed "Safety Instructions". If you are unsure about the
appropriate use, contact Rohde & Schwarz customer service.
Using the product requires specialists or specially trained personnel. These users
also need sound knowledge of at least one of the languages in which the user
interfaces and the product documentation are available.
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Never open the casing of the product. Only service personnel authorized by
Rohde & Schwarz are allowed to repair the product. If any part of the product is
damaged or broken, stop using the product. Contact Rohde & Schwarz customer
service at http://www.customersupport.rohde-schwarz.com.
Lifting and carrying the product
The product is heavy. Do not move or carry the product by yourself. A single person can only carry a maximum of 18 kg safely depending on age, gender and
physical condition. Look up the maximum weight in the data sheet. Use the product handles to move or carry the product. Do not lift by the accessories mounted
on the product. Accessories are not designed to carry the weight of the product.
To move the product safely, you can use lifting or transporting equipment such as
lift trucks and forklifts. Follow the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer.
Safety and regulatory information
Safety instructions
Choosing the operating site
Only use the product indoors. The product casing is not waterproof. Water that
enters can electrically connect the casing with live parts, which can lead to electric shock, serious personal injury or death if you touch the casing. If
Rohde & Schwarz provides accessories designed for your product, e.g. a carrying
bag, you can use the product outdoors.
Unless otherwise specified, you can operate the product up to an altitude of
2000 m above sea level. The product is suitable for pollution degree 2 environments where nonconductive contamination can occur. For more information on
environmental conditions such as ambient temperature and humidity, see the
data sheet.
Setting up the product
Always place the product on a stable, flat and level surface with the bottom of the
product facing down. If the product is designed for different positions, secure the
product so that it cannot fall over.
If the product has foldable feet, always fold the feet completely in or out to ensure
stability. The feet can collapse if they are not folded out completely or if the product is moved without lifting it. The foldable feet are designed to carry the weight of
the product, but not an extra load.
If stacking is possible, keep in mind that a stack of products can fall over and
cause injury.
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If you mount products in a rack, ensure that the rack has sufficient load capacity
and stability. Observe the specifications of the rack manufacturer. Always install
the products from the bottom shelf to the top shelf so that the rack stands
securely. Secure the product so that it cannot fall off the rack.
Connecting to power
The product is an overvoltage category II product. Connect the product to a fixed
installation used to supply energy-consuming equipment such as household
appliances and similar loads. Keep in mind that electrically powered products
have risks, such as electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death.
Take the following measures for your safety:
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Before switching on the product, ensure that the voltage and frequency indicated on the product match the available power source. If the power adapter
does not adjust automatically, set the correct value and check the rating of the
fuse.
Safety and regulatory information
Safety instructions
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Only use the power cable delivered with the product. It complies with countryspecific safety requirements. Only insert the plug into an outlet with protective
conductor terminal.
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Only use intact cables and route them carefully so that they cannot be damaged. Check the power cables regularly to ensure that they are undamaged.
Also ensure that nobody can trip over loose cables.
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If the product needs an external power supply, use the power supply that is
delivered with the product or that is recommended in the product documentation or a power supply that conforms to the country-specific regulations.
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Only connect the product to a power source with a fuse protection of maximum 20 A.
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Ensure that you can disconnect the product from the power source at any
time. Pull the power plug to disconnect the product. The power plug must be
easily accessible. If the product is integrated into a system that does not meet
these requirements, provide an easily accessible circuit breaker at the system
level.
Cleaning the product
Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the product. When cleaning, keep in mind that
the casing is not waterproof. Do not use liquid cleaning agents.
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Safety and regulatory information
Warning messages in the documentation
Meaning of safety labels
Safety labels on the product warn against potential hazards.
Potential hazard
Read the product documentation to avoid personal injury or product damage.
Heavy product
Be careful when lifting, moving or carrying the product. Carrying the product requires
a sufficient number of persons or transport equipment.
Electrical hazard
Indicates live parts. Risk of electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death.
Hot surface
Do not touch. Risk of skin burns. Risk of fire.
Protective conductor terminal
Connect this terminal to a grounded external conductor or to protective ground. This
connection protects you against electric shock if an electric problem occurs.
1.2 Labels on R&S AREG800A
Labels on the casing inform about:
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Personal safety, see "Connecting to power" on page 7.
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Product and environment safety, see Table 1-1.
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Identification of the product, see the serial number on the rear panel.
Table 1-1: Labels regarding R&S AREG800A and environment safety
Labeling in line with EN 50419 for disposal of electrical and electronic equipment after
the product has come to the end of its service life. For more information, see the product user manual, chapter "Disposal".
1.3 Warning messages in the documentation
A warning message points out a risk or danger that you need to be aware of. The
signal word indicates the severity of the safety hazard and how likely it will occur
if you do not follow the safety precautions.
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WARNING
Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
CAUTION
Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in minor or moderate injury if not
avoided.
NOTICE
Potential risks of damage. Could result in damage to the supported product or to
other property.
Safety and regulatory information
Warning messages in the documentation
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Documentation overview
Printed safety instructions
2 Documentation overview
This section provides an overview of the R&S AREG800A user documentation.
2.1 Getting started manual
Introduces the R&S AREG800A and describes how to set up and start working
with the product. Includes basic operations, typical measurement examples, and
general information, e.g. safety instructions, etc. A printed version is delivered
with the instrument.
2.2 User manual and help
The user manual contains the description of all instrument modes and functions.
It also provides an introduction to remote control, a complete description of the
remote control commands with programming examples, and information on maintenance, instrument interfaces and error messages. Includes the contents of the
getting started manual.
The contents of the user manual are available as help in the R&S AREG800A.
The help offers quick, context-sensitive access to the complete information for the
instrument and its firmware.
The user manual is also available for download or for immediate display on the
Internet.
2.3 Printed safety instructions
Provides safety information in many languages. The printed document is delivered with the product.
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Release notes and open-source acknowledgment (OSA)
Documentation overview
2.4 Data sheet
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S AREG800A. It
also lists the firmware applications and their order numbers, and optional accessories.
2.5 Release notes and open-source acknowledgment (OSA)
The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the current firmware version, and describe the firmware installation.
The software makes use of several valuable open source software packages. An
open-source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the
used open source software.
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Key features
3 Key features
The R&S AREG800A is a new high performance Automotive Radar Echo Generator developed to meet demanding customer requirements. Offering excellent
radar signal characteristics, wide radar signal bandwidth and straightforward and
intuitive operation, the R&S AREG800A makes radar signal generation fast and
easy.
Outstanding key features of the R&S AREG800A are:
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Simulation of echoes of stationary and highly dynamic objects
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Simulation of echoes with extremely short object distances
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Simulation of echoes of multiple independent objects
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Azimuth simulation with R&S QAT100
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IF signals with high instantaneous bandwidth
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Scalable solution from production test needs to road-ready vehicle simulators
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Fully harmonized with external frontends for a wide range of echo complexity
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Built-in real-time interface for dynamic scenario simulation
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Support of scenario simulation tools: DYNA4 from Vector, Open Simulation
Interface (OSI)
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Synchronization of multiple instruments of the R&S AREG800A and
R&S QAT100
For more information, see data sheet.
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Unpacking and checking
Preparing for use
4 Preparing for use
Here, you can find basic information about setting up the product for the first time.
4.1 Lifting and carrying
► WARNING! The R&S AREG800A can be heavy, e.g., if fully equipped. Use a
lifting equipment, see also "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 6.
Use the carrying handles at the side for lifting and carrying the
R&S AREG800A.
The handles at the front are only for pushing and pulling the instrument when
mounting in a rack, see Chapter 4.4.2, "Mounting the R&S AREG800A in a
rack", on page 15.
4.2 Unpacking and checking
1. Unpack the R&S AREG800A carefully.
2. Retain the original packing material. Use it to protect the control elements and
connectors when transporting or shipping the R&S AREG800A later.
See also chapter "Transporting" in the user manual.
3. Using the delivery notes, check the equipment for completeness.
4. Check the equipment for damage.
If the delivery is incomplete or equipment is damaged, contact
Rohde & Schwarz.
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Setting up the R&S AREG800A
Preparing for use
4.3 Choosing the operating site
Specific operating conditions ensure proper operation and avoid damage to the
product and connected devices. For information on environmental conditions
such as ambient temperature and humidity, see the data sheet.
See also "Choosing the operating site" on page 6.
Electromagnetic compatibility classes
The electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) class indicates where you can operate
the product. The EMC class of the product is given in the data sheet.
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Class B equipment is suitable for use in:
– Residential environments
– Environments that are directly connected to a low-voltage supply network
that supplies residential buildings
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Class A equipment is intended for use in industrial environments. It can cause
radio disturbances in residential environments due to possible conducted and
radiated disturbances. It is therefore not suitable for class B environments.
If class A equipment causes radio disturbances, take appropriate measures to
eliminate them.
4.4 Setting up the R&S AREG800A
See also:
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"Setting up the product" on page 6
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"Intended use" on page 5
4.4.1 Placing the R&S AREG800A on a bench top
To place the product on a bench top
1. Place the product on a stable, flat and level surface. Ensure that the surface
can support the weight of the product. For information on the weight, see the
data sheet.
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Preparing for use
Setting up the R&S AREG800A
2. WARNING! A stack of products can fall over and cause injury. Never stack
more than two products. Otherwise, mount them in a rack.
Stack as follows:
● All products must have the same dimensions (width and length).
● Do not exceed a total load of 50 kg placed on the product at the bottom of
the stack.
Left = Stacked correctly
Right = Stacked incorrectly, too many products
3. NOTICE! Overheating can damage the product.
Prevent overheating as follows:
● Keep a minimum distance of 10 cm between the fan openings of the prod-
uct and any object in the vicinity.
● Do not place the product next to heat-generating equipment such as radiators or other products.
4.4.2 Mounting the R&S AREG800A in a rack
To prepare the rack
1. Observe the requirements and instructions in "Setting up the product"
on page 6.
2. NOTICE! Insufficient airflow can cause overheating and damage the product.
Design and implement an efficient ventilation concept for the rack.
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Considerations for test setup
To mount the R&S AREG800A in a rack
1. Use an adapter kit that fits the dimensions of the R&S AREG800A to prepare
the instrument for rack mounting.
a) Order the rack adapter kit designed for the R&S AREG800A. For the order
number, see data sheet.
b) Mount the adapter kit. Follow the assembly instructions provided with the
adapter kit.
2. WARNING! The R&S AREG800A can be heavy, e.g., if fully equipped. Use a
lifting equipment, see also "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 6.
Lift the R&S AREG800A to shelf height.
3. Grab the handles at the front and push the R&S AREG800A onto the shelf
until the rack brackets fit closely to the rack.
4. Tighten all screws at the rack brackets with a tightening torque of 1.2 Nm to
secure the R&S AREG800A in the rack.
Preparing for use
To unmount the R&S AREG800A from a rack
1. Loosen the screws at the rack brackets.
2. WARNING! The R&S AREG800A can be heavy, e.g., if fully equipped. Use a
lifting equipment, see also "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 6.
Bring the lifting equipment to shelf height.
3. Remove the R&S AREG800A from the rack.
4. If placing the R&S AREG800A on a bench top again, unmount the adapter kit
from the R&S AREG800A. Follow the instructions provided with the adapter
kit.
4.5 Considerations for test setup
Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can affect the measurement results.
To suppress electromagnetic radiation during operation:
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Use high-quality shielded cables, especially for the following connector types:
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Considerations for test setup
– BNC
Double-shielded BNC cables.
How to: "To connect to "Ref In"/"Ref Out"" on page 23
– SMA
Double-shielded SMA cables.
How to: "To connect to SMA" on page 21
– USB
Double-shielded USB cables.
How to: Chapter 4.8, "Connecting USB devices", on page 19.
See also chapter "Measuring USB cable quality" in the user manual.
– LAN
At least CAT6 STP cables.
How to: Chapter 4.7, "Connecting to LAN", on page 18
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Always terminate open cable ends.
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Ensure that connected external devices comply with EMC regulations.
Preparing for use
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Use the cable G-SMA EF316 for the IF connection to the SMA connectors of
the instrument and the R&S QAT100. The cable is included in the delivery of
the R&S QAT100 and available under order number 1142.5889.00.
How to: "To connect to SMA" on page 21
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Use the cables TRX CRTL Cable, IF TX CBL and IF RX CBL for connection of
the instrument and the TRX frontend. The cables are included in the delivery
of the TRX frontend and available under order number 1142.5889.00.
How to: "To connect to SMA" on page 21
Signal input and output levels
Information on signal levels is provided in the data sheet. Keep the signal levels
within the specified ranges to avoid damage to the R&S AREG800A and connected devices.
To block DC components
► NOTICE! Risk of instrument damage. DC voltage at the RF connectors can
damage the instrument.
● Never apply direct currents (DC) to the RF connectors.
Make sure that the values do not fall below the DC limits as given in the
data sheet.
● If your input signal has a DC component, insert a DC blocker.
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Preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Electrostatic discharge is most likely to occur when you connect or disconnect a
DUT.
► NOTICE! Electrostatic discharge can damage the electronic components of
the product and the device under test (DUT).
Ground yourself to prevent electrostatic discharge damage:
a) Use a wrist strap and cord to connect yourself to ground.
b) Use a conductive floor mat and heel strap combination.
Over-the-air (OTA) tests
For over-the-air (OTA) tests, operate R&S AREG800A in shielded environment.
For more information, see data sheet.
Preparing for use
Connecting to LAN
4.6 Connecting to power
For safety information, see "Connecting to power" on page 7.
1. Plug the AC power cable into the AC power connector on the rear panel of the
instrument. Only use the AC power cable delivered with the R&S AREG800A.
2. Plug the AC power cable into a power outlet with ground contact.
The required ratings are listed next to the AC power connector and in the data
sheet.
4.7 Connecting to LAN
Network environment
Before connecting the product to a local area network (LAN), consider the following:
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Install the latest firmware to reduce security risks.
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For internet or remote access, use secured connections if applicable.
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