R&S®ATS1000
Antenna Test System
Instructions Handbook
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1179298302
Version 02
Original instructions, referred to below as "this handbook".
It describes the following models of the antenna test system:
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R&S®ATS1000, Version 02, order no. 1532.1010K02
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R&S®ATS1000, Version 03, order no. 1532.1010K03
The antenna test system is also referred to as the "chamber" or the "product".
The software contained in this product uses several valuable open source software packages. For information, see the "Open
Source Acknowledgment" document, which is available for download from the R&S ATS1000 product page at www.rohde-
schwarz.com/product/ats1000 > Software.
Rohde & Schwarz would like to thank the open source community for their valuable contribution to embedded computing.
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Subject to change – data without tolerance limits is not binding.
R&S® is a registered trademark of Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG.
Trade names are trademarks of the owners.
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Throughout this handbook, the names of Rohde & Schwarz products appear without the ® symbol, e.g. R&S®ATS1000 is given as
R&S ATS1000.
R&S®ATS1000
1.1 Regulatory Information.................................................................................................7
1.1.1 CE Declaration................................................................................................................ 7
1.1.2 Korea Certification Class B............................................................................................. 7
1.1.3 China RoHS Certification................................................................................................ 8
1.2 Documentation Overview............................................................................................. 8
1.2.1 Instructions Handbook.................................................................................................... 8
1.2.2 Configuration Manual...................................................................................................... 8
1.2.3 Data Sheets and Brochures............................................................................................ 8
1.2.4 Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)............................................................................9
1.2.5 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc................................................9
Contents
Contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................ 7
1.2.6 Help.................................................................................................................................9
1.3 Conventions.................................................................................................................. 9
2 Safety.....................................................................................................11
2.1 Intended Use................................................................................................................11
2.2 Residual Risks.............................................................................................................11
2.3 Potentially Dangerous Situations..............................................................................13
2.4 Warning Messages in This Handbook.......................................................................15
2.5 Labels on the Chamber.............................................................................................. 15
3 Emergencies.........................................................................................17
3.1 Emergency Stop..........................................................................................................17
4 Machine Overview................................................................................18
4.1 Interlock Systems....................................................................................................... 23
4.2 DUT Alignment Lasers................................................................................................24
4.3 Positioner.....................................................................................................................25
4.3.1 Third-Party Positioning Equipment................................................................................26
5 Transportation, Handling and Storage...............................................28
5.1 Moving the Chamber...................................................................................................28
5.2 Packing........................................................................................................................ 29
5.3 Transport......................................................................................................................32
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5.4 Storage.........................................................................................................................32
6.1 Choosing the Operating Site......................................................................................34
6.2 Unpacking and Checking........................................................................................... 35
6.3 Installing the Chamber............................................................................................... 37
6.4 Connecting to Power.................................................................................................. 38
6.5 Connecting to Control................................................................................................ 39
6.6 Connecting Test Equipment.......................................................................................40
6.7 Testing Safety Systems.............................................................................................. 40
7.1 Activating the Chamber..............................................................................................42
7.2 Deactivating the Chamber..........................................................................................42
Contents
6 Installation and Commissioning.........................................................34
7 Operation.............................................................................................. 42
7.3 Operating the Door..................................................................................................... 43
7.3.1 Door Status................................................................................................................... 43
7.3.2 Referencing the Door's Lock......................................................................................... 44
7.3.3 Opening the Door..........................................................................................................45
7.3.4 Closing the Door........................................................................................................... 45
7.4 Placing a DUT in the Chamber...................................................................................45
7.4.1 DUT Mass and Eccentricity...........................................................................................48
7.4.2 Metal DUT Holder Set................................................................................................... 48
7.4.3 Telescopic Tube DUT Holder........................................................................................ 50
7.4.4 Rohacell DUT Holder.................................................................................................... 50
7.4.5 PCB Holder Set.............................................................................................................51
7.5 Connecting a DUT....................................................................................................... 54
7.6 Operating the Positioning System............................................................................ 55
7.6.1 Moving the Elevation Positioner....................................................................................59
7.6.2 Moving the Azimuth Turntable.......................................................................................60
7.6.3 Combining the Elevation and Azimuth Movements.......................................................61
7.7 Preparing for Shift End...............................................................................................63
8 Inspection and Maintenance...............................................................64
8.1 Recommended Intervals.............................................................................................64
8.2 Regular Safety Inspections........................................................................................ 64
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8.3 Preparing the Chamber for Maintenance..................................................................65
8.4 Performing Maintenance Tasks................................................................................. 65
8.4.1 Daily Functional Check................................................................................................. 65
8.4.2 Checking the Absorber..................................................................................................66
8.4.3 Cleaning........................................................................................................................ 66
8.4.4 Lubricating the Turntable's Telescopic Tube................................................................. 68
8.4.5 System Calibration........................................................................................................ 69
9.1 Chamber Troubleshooting......................................................................................... 70
9.2 Positioner Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 72
9.2.1 Positioner Loses Absolute Position...............................................................................72
9.2.2 Unusual Noise from Positioner......................................................................................72
Contents
9 Troubleshooting and Repair............................................................... 70
9.3 Contacting Customer Support...................................................................................73
10 Disabling and Scrapping.....................................................................74
10.1 Taking Out of Commission.........................................................................................74
10.2 Disposal....................................................................................................................... 75
Glossary: List of Frequently Used Terms and Abbreviations..........76
Index......................................................................................................79
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Contents
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1 Introduction
Introduction
Regulatory Information
This instructions handbook addresses every user of the chamber (also referred to as
the product). To use the chamber safely, first read and understand this entire handbook. If you are unsure about a topic, ask your supervisor or contact Rohde & Schwarz
customer support.
The instructions handbook helps you to use the chamber safely and efficiently during
its entire lifecycle; installation, operation, maintenance and disabling. If you are only
involved in one part of the lifecycle, focus on the chapter about that topic. But always
get a deep understanding of the safety aspects described in Chapter 2, "Safety",
on page 11 before starting.
The chapter titles give a clear idea of the lifecycle stage and the tasks described. For
example, if you are an operator, most activities intended for you are described in Chap-
ter 7, "Operation", on page 42. If tasks are restricted to certain roles, these roles are
mentioned at the beginning of the chapter that describes the tasks. The roles are
explained in the glossary.
Abbreviations and frequently used terms are explained in the glossary at the end of
this handbook.
1.1 Regulatory Information
The following labels and the associated certificates declare conformance with legal
regulations.
1.1.1 CE Declaration
Certifies compliance with the applicable provisions of the Directive of the Council of the
European Union. A copy of the CE declaration in English is at the beginning of the printed version of this handbook.
1.1.2 Korea Certification Class B
이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파 적합기기로서 주로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하
며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.
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1.1.3 China RoHS Certification
1.2 Documentation Overview
1.2.1 Instructions Handbook
Introduction
Documentation Overview
Certifies compliance with the Chinese government's regulation on the restriction of
hazardous substances (RoHS).
The chamber is built of environmentally sound materials. It is free of substances that
are either restricted or prohibited by law.
This section provides an overview of the R&S ATS1000 user documentation. Unless
specified otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S ATS1000 product page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/ats1000
This handbook describes all operating modes and functions of the chamber. It also provides information on maintenance, interfaces and error messages.
The handbook does not describe the special activities required for permitted hardware
reconfigurations of the chamber, which are described in the Configuration Manual.
Only an expert user who has read and understood the Configuration Manual is allowed
to perform reconfigurations. Other users are limited to tasks described in the instructions handbook.
A printed copy of this handbook is included in the delivery and available at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/ats1000
1.2.2 Configuration Manual
Describes all permissible hardware reconfigurations and adjustments of the chamber.
These activities are restricted to the role of an expert user who has read and understood the Configuration Manual and who has all skills required for reconfiguring the
chamber.
The configuration manual is available for registered users on the global
Rohde & Schwarz information system (GLORIS):
gloris.rohde-schwarz.com > Support & Services > Sales Web > Test and Measurement
> Wireless Communication > ATS1000 > Manuals
1.2.3 Data Sheets and Brochures
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the chamber. It also lists
optional accessories and their order numbers.
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1.2.4 Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)
1.2.5 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.
Introduction
Conventions
The brochure provides an overview of the chamber and describes its specific features
and characteristics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/ats1000
The open source acknowledgment provides verbatim license texts of the used opensource software.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/software/ats1000
These documents deal with special applications or background information on particular topics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/application/ats1000
1.2.6 Help
The help system that is embedded in the R&S RF Test Suite provides information for
the R&S EMC32, R&S AMS32 and R&S WMS32 software packages. The R&S AMS32
software package communicates with the NCD controller. For help, navigate to this
part of the help system.
1.3 Conventions
The R&S ATS1000 is also referred to as the "chamber" or the "product".
The following text markings are used throughout this handbook:
Convention Description
[Keys] Names of connectors, keys and knobs are placed between square
Filenames, commands,
program code
Links Clickable links are shown in blue font.
bold or italic Highlighted text is shown in bold or italic font.
brackets.
Filenames, commands, coding samples and screen output are distinguished by their font.
"quote" Quoted text or terms are placed between quotation marks.
Tip
Tips are indicated as in this example and provide useful hints or alternative solutions.
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Introduction
Conventions
Note
Notes are indicated as in this example and provide important additional information.
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2 Safety
Safety
Residual Risks
Products from the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies are manufactured in accordance with the highest technical standards. Follow the instructions provided throughout
this handbook. Keep the product documentation nearby and make it available to other
users.
Use the chamber only for its intended use and within its performance limits, as described in Chapter 2.1, "Intended Use", on page 11 and in the data sheet. Reconfigure or
adjust the chamber only as described in the product documentation. Other modifications or additions can affect the safety of the product and are not permitted.
For safety reasons, only trained personnel are allowed to handle the chamber. Trained
personnel are familiar with the safety measures and know how to avoid potentially dangerous situations while performing the assigned tasks.
If any part of the chamber is damaged or broken, stop using the chamber. Only service
personnel authorized by Rohde & Schwarz are allowed to repair the chamber. Contact
Rohde & Schwarz customer support at www.customersupport.rohde-schwarz.com.
● Intended Use........................................................................................................... 11
● Residual Risks.........................................................................................................11
● Potentially Dangerous Situations............................................................................ 13
● Warning Messages in This Handbook.................................................................... 15
● Labels on the Chamber...........................................................................................15
2.1 Intended Use
The chamber is intended for radiation testing of electronic components and devices in
industrial, administrative, and laboratory environments; see Chapter 6.1, "Choosing the
Operating Site", on page 34. Use the chamber only for its designated purpose, as
described in this handbook. Observe the operating conditions and performance limits
stated in the data sheet. If you are unsure as to appropriate use, contact
Rohde & Schwarz customer support.
2.2 Residual Risks
Despite the inherent safe design measures and the implemented safeguarding and
complementary protective measures, residual risks remain due to the following:
Chamber is heavy
The weight of the chamber without accessories is approximately 350 kg. If the chamber falls on a person, it can cause potentially fatal injury.
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Safety
Residual Risks
Chamber is mobile
When the chamber is stationary, always lock its wheels. The chamber stands safely
when on a hard, stable and level floor surface.
If the floor surface is not hard and stable, the chamber can tilt or even topple over. If
the floor is not level and the wheels are not locked, the chamber can start rolling away.
Due to its heavy weight, if the chamber starts to move in an uncontrolled manner, it can
speed up quickly and cause potentially fatal injury to anyone crossing its path.
Door of the chamber is heavy
The chamber's center of gravity shifts when the door is opened. If the chamber is not
standing securely, opening the door can cause the chamber to topple over, resulting in
potentially fatal injury.
The door is approximately 0.99 m to 1.89 m above floor level. If the door is open, collision with it can cause severe injury, due to its inert mass and solid construction. Do
not, therefore, leave the door open when the chamber is unattended.
Take care when opening or closing the door. Make sure that it does not collide with a
person, especially with a sitting person's head.
Risk of crushing fingers when moving the door
When the door is slightly open, it is dangerous to insert fingers between the door and
the body of the chamber, especially close to the door hinge. Closing the door or opening it further can crush fingers, potentially leading to the loss of limbs.
Positioner moves with high torque
As long as the door of the chamber is open, the door interlock system prevents the
positioner from moving. Touching the moving positioner causes severe injuries, like
shearing off arms, hands or fingers. Therefore, never disable or bypass the interlock.
Also, take the following safety measures before opening the door of the chamber:
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Stop the positioner before you open the door.
See "To stop a positioner movement" on page 57.
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As long as the door is open, do not initiate any positioner movement.
Class 2 lasers inside the chamber
The risks and safety measures are described in Chapter 2.5, "Labels on the Chamber",
on page 15.
Electrically powered
The risks, requirements for installation and safety measures are described in "Connect-
ing to power" on page 14.
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2.3 Potentially Dangerous Situations
Safety
Potentially Dangerous Situations
Potentially dangerous situations can occur during the following activities.
Transport
Wear appropriate protective clothing that complies with the local rules and regulations.
If you are unsure of which equipment to use, ask your safety officer. For example,
safety footwear prevents your toes being crushed under the chamber's wheels. Therefore, always wear safety footwear with toe cap when moving the chamber.
Always close and lock the door before moving the chamber, even if it is only for a short
distance. If the door is unlocked while moving the chamber, the door can swing open or
close. It can crush your fingers.
For short distances over hard, stable and level floor surfaces, you can move the chamber on its wheels. Select the transport route with care. Consider the weight and the
dimensions of the chamber. Move the chamber with the aid of at least one other person. Hold the chamber at its rear handles or at the solid parts of the walls.
If you need to move the chamber up or down a slope, increase the number of helpers
according to the steepness of the slope.
For longer distances or if the floor is not suitable for moving the chamber on its wheels,
use lifting or transporting equipment such as lift trucks and forklifts. Do not attach any
lifting gear to the top of the chamber. The caps that seal openings on the top of the
chamber have to remain in place. The chamber is not suited structurally for carrying its
own weight when suspended from above. Follow the instructions provided by the
equipment manufacturer.
When loading or unloading the chamber into or from a truck, make sure that the tailgate lift can support the weight of the chamber.
For detailed instructions, see Chapter 5.1, "Moving the Chamber", on page 28.
Setting up
The floor at the operating site must meet the following requirements:
●
Capable of carrying at least 500 kg/m2.
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Level - flat and horizontal with a deviation of maximum 1° to prevent unintentional
movement of the chamber or of the door.
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Hard - at least the hardness of wood or industrial rubber flooring, preferably concrete or metal. If the floor is too soft, one or more wheels can sink into the floor and
the chamber can topple over, causing potentially fatal injury.
Ensure that the chamber is accessible from every side. Avoid any impact, vibration and
mechanical stress to the chamber.
When you have finished moving the chamber, lock the wheels to prevent unintentional
movement.
Route cables carefully and ensure that nobody can trip over loose cables. Avoid running cables over the floor. If that is not possible, protect cables on the floor using
bridges, so that you do not wheel the chamber directly over cables if you move it.
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Potentially Dangerous Situations
For detailed instructions, see Chapter 6, "Installation and Commissioning",
on page 34.
Connecting to power
The chamber is an overvoltage category II product. Connect it to a fixed installation
used to supply energy-consuming equipment such as household appliances and similar loads. Bear in mind that electrically powered products pose risks, such as electric
shock, fire and potentially fatal injury.
Take the following measures for your safety:
●
Before connecting the chamber to a power source (your mains), ensure that this
source matches the voltage and frequency range indicated in the data sheet.
●
Only use the power cable that is delivered with the chamber. It complies with country-specific safety requirements.
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Only insert the power cable's plug into an outlet with protective conductor terminal.
●
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.
●
Only connect the chamber to a power source with a fuse protection of maximum
20 A.
●
Ensure that you can disconnect the power supply unit from the power source at
any time. Pull the power plug to disconnect the chamber. The power plug must be
easily accessible.
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Install an easily accessible panic button (power-off switch, not included in the delivery) for interrupting the power source to the chamber.
Operating the door
The risks when handling the door are described in "Door of the chamber is heavy"
on page 12 and "Risk of crushing fingers when moving the door" on page 12.
Open and close the door by its handle. Do not touch other parts of the door. When you
push the [LOCK / UNLOCK] button, the automatic door locking mechanism is activated. It pulls the door tightly against the chamber with great force in order to ensure
effective sealing.
Establish safety rules for operating the door to ensure that nobody gets their fingers
caught between the door and the body of the chamber.
Use the chamber as configured by Rohde & Schwarz. Never tamper with its safety
installations.
For detailed instructions, see Chapter 7.3, "Operating the Door", on page 43.
Maintenance
Carry out the maintenance tasks as required, to ensure that the chamber continues to
function properly and maintain the safety of all users. For detailed instructions, see
Chapter 8, "Inspection and Maintenance", on page 64.
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2.4 Warning Messages in This Handbook
Safety
Labels on the Chamber
Cleaning
See Chapter 8.4.3, "Cleaning", on page 66.
A warning message refers to 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.
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.
2.5 Labels on the Chamber
Labels with the following symbols indicate areas of risk on the chamber. In addition,
sections in this chapter which describe a specific risk are marked with the associated
symbol in the margin. The symbols have the following meaning:
Symbol Explanation
Potential hazard
Read the product documentation to avoid personal injury or product damage.
Laser beam
Chamber contains a class 2 laser
Avoid exposure to direct or reflected laser beam.
Staring directly into the beam can cause eye damage.
Disposal
Do not dispose of the chamber in normal household waste.
See Chapter 10, "Disabling and Scrapping", on page 74.
The labels providing regulatory information are described in Chapter 1.1, "Regulatory
Information", on page 7.
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Safety
Labels on the Chamber
Text labels are described in Chapter 4, "Machine Overview", on page 18.
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3 Emergencies
3.1 Emergency Stop
Emergencies
Emergency Stop
Potential emergencies can result from failure of the interlock, which prevents the positioner from moving when the door is open. If the interlock fails and the positioner
moves while the door is open, use the Emergency Stop.
To stop the chamber's positioner quickly at any time, interrupt the electric power
source.
To interrupt the electric power source
1. Hit the panic button that interrupts the power source.
See "Power connection requirements" on page 38.
2. If no panic button is installed, do one of the following:
● Pull the power plug out of the mains power socket.
● Pull the C19 connector out of the power supply unit [A221] at the rear of the
chamber.
See Figure 4-5.
Interrupting the electric power source has the following effects:
●
The positioner stops moving immediately.
●
The door's [LOCK / UNLOCK] button is no longer lit.
If the door was unlocked before the electric power source was interrupted, the button light already has gone out.
●
The door's locking system is de-energized, you cannot lock or unlock the door.
●
The power source to the chamber's alignment lasers is interrupted.
●
The power source to any connected test instruments is interrupted only if the panic
button has been configured to switch off these instruments as well.
To reactivate the chamber, proceed as described in Chapter 7.1, "Activating the Cham-
ber", on page 42.
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4 Machine Overview
Machine Overview
This chapter describes the components of the chamber. The function and use of these
components is described in Chapter 7, "Operation", on page 42.
Accessories for the chamber are described in the Configuration Manual.
Figure 4-1: Front view of the R&S ATS1000
1 = Door
2 = Door handle
3 = Door [LOCK / UNLOCK] button
4 = [Laser] on/off button
5 = Laser power cables and connectors
6 = Four wheels with brakes (see Chapter 5.1, "Moving the Chamber", on page 28)
The door (labeled 1 in Figure 4-1) provides access to the chamber's interior.
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The door handle (2) is used to open and close the door manually, but does not lock
and unlock the door.
The [LOCK / UNLOCK] button (3) operates the electrically powered door locking and
unlocking system. See Chapter 7.3, "Operating the Door", on page 43. The green
light in the button indicates that the door is locked and the chamber is in a state ready
for measurements.
Opening the door switches on the light in the chamber's ceiling and releases the interlocks, see Figure 4-2.
The [Laser] button (4) switches the DUT alignment lasers in the chamber on or off; see
Chapter 4.2, "DUT Alignment Lasers", on page 24. The button is located next to the
connectors of the power cables (5) for the two laser boxes; see Figure 4-3.
The four wheels (6) of the chamber have brakes that you can engage or release with
the tip of your foot. See Chapter 5.1, "Moving the Chamber", on page 28.
When the door (1) is open as in Figure 4-2, you can access the chamber's interior to
insert and connect a DUT. In the interior, an expert user can configure the DUT holder,
align the positioners and exchange the measurement antenna. The interior has the following features:
Figure 4-2: Front view of the R&S ATS1000
1 = Upper interlock (male interlock key) for controlling the door locking mechanism
2 = Two door gaskets in recessed grooves
3 = Antenna elevation positioner arm
4 = Antenna boom
5 = Antenna R&S TC-TA85CP (order no. 1531.8627.02)
6 = Door locking pegs
7 = Door locking latches (can engage with pegs)
8 = Lower interlock (male interlock key) for controlling movement of the positioners and turntable
9 = Lower interlock (keyhole in the door)
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The upper interlock (1, see also Figure 4-6) controls the door locking mechanism. You
cannot lock the door while it is still open. Therefore, close the door and push the
[LOCK / UNLOCK] button to operate the door locking mechanism.
The twin polymeric gasket (2) has a conductive nickel coating to prevent RF radiation
entering and leaving the chamber. Avoid touching or soiling the gasket. It is highly elastic to ensure a long service life over many opening and closing cycles. For maintenance intervals of the gasket, see Chapter 8.1, "Recommended Intervals",
on page 64.
The DUT azimuth turntable (not shown here) and the antenna elevation positioner arm
(3) can rotate as described in Chapter 7.6, "Operating the Positioning System",
on page 55. At the arm's end, the boom (4) is designed to carry a maximum load of
0.1 kg. It holds the R&S TC-TA85CP measurement antenna (5). Always handle this
delicate antenna with extreme care. Avoid subjecting it to mechanical force. Do not disconnect or reconnect the antenna.
When the door is locked, the recessed latches (7) move down to engage with the protruding pegs (6).
The lower interlock (8 and 9, see also Figure 4-7) controls the movement of the positioners. You cannot move the positioners while the door is still open. Therefore, close
and lock the door so that the lower interlock enables the positioners.
Side and rear panels
Figure 4-3: Left, right and rear view of the R&S
1 = RF connectors [A111] for the test antenna; see Feedthroughs on the left panel
2 = Feedthroughs [A121] to [A134] on the left panel; see Feedthroughs on the left panel
3 = Top alignment laser box
4 = Right-hand alignment laser box [A311]
5 = Service panel
6 = Power feedthrough [A221] on the rear panel; see Feedthroughs on the rear panel
7 = Feedthroughs [A222] to [A233] on the rear panel; see Feedthroughs on the rear panel
ATS1000
Feedthroughs (1, 2, 6 and 7) allow control or RF signals to be fed through the wall to
antennas or to other equipment in the chamber. Do not exchange the feedthroughs
and connected cables on the side and rear panels. The internal cabling inside the
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chamber is configured at the factory. Feedthroughs must, therefore, always be installed
by the manufacturer only. If you want to exchange or add feedthroughs, contact
Rohde & Schwarz service or your sales representative. The available feedthrough
types are described in the Configuration Manual.
Only an expert user is allowed to connect or disconnect cables at RF feedthroughs.
Every user is allowed to connect or disconnect cables at other feedthroughs, like LAN,
USB, D-Sub and fiber-optic feedthroughs.
Only an expert user is allowed to remove, mount or open the laser boxes (3 and 4), to
align the lasers, and to use the lasers for aligning the positioner axes.
Only Rohde & Schwarz service personnel is allowed to open the service panel (5).
Feedthroughs on the left panel
The following feedthroughs are installed by default on the left panel of the chamber:
Figure 4-4: Feedthroughs on the chamber's left panel (left when viewed from the front)
Left = Twin RF feedthrough [A111] (= top row), with measurement cables connected for vertical [VER] and
horizontal [HOR] polarization
Right = 8 factory-configurable feedthroughs on the lower left panel (= middle and lower row)
Table 4-1: Feedthroughs on the left panel
Position 1st column 2nd column 3rd column 4th column
Top row [A111], reserved for the two RF ports that feed RF test signals through the rotational axis of
the antenna elevation positioner arm
Middle row [A121]
Standard configuration:
LAN feedthrough
Lower row [A131]
Standard configuration:
Blinding plate
[A122]
Standard configuration:
USB feedthrough
[A132]
Standard configuration:
Blinding plate
[A123]
Standard configuration:
D-Sub feedthrough
[A133]
Standard configuration:
Blinding plate
[A124], standard configuration:
Right: not connected
Left: to DUT on azimuth turntable, feedthrough depends on
selected RF cable set, either for
40 GHz or for 50 GHz.
●
For 40 GHz: 2.92 mm RF
feedthrough
●
For 50 GHz: 1.85 mm RF
feedthrough
[A134]
Standard configuration:
Blinding plate
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Feedthrough [A111] (left in Figure 4-4) is exclusively reserved for the two RF cables of
the test antenna. As these cables are (and must be) fed through the rotational axis of
the positioner arm, no other feedthrough can be mounted at position [A111].
Openings that are not used by optional RF-filtered feedthroughs are covered with
metal blanking plates.
Feedthroughs on the rear panel
The following feedthroughs are installed by default on the rear panel of the chamber:
Figure 4-5: Feedthroughs on the chamber's rear panel
Left = Integrated R&S TS-F230V power supply unit [A221]
Center = View of the whole rear feedthrough panel
Right = Four factory-configurable feedthroughs on the rear panel
Table 4-2: Feedthroughs on the rear panel
Position 1st column 2nd column 3rd column
Upper row [A221]
Reserved for power only
Lower row No feedthrough available [A232]; standard configuration:
[A222]; standard configuration:
Twin fiber-optic feedthrough for
positioner and turntable control
Blinding plate
[A223]; standard configuration:
Blinding plate
[A233]; standard configuration:
Blinding plate
The RF-filtered power supply unit [A221] has a 24 V DC output connector and an automatic fuse with earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB) behind a glass cover panel. For
the circuit breaker, see also Chapter 9, "Troubleshooting and Repair", on page 70.
In Figure 4-5, position [A222] is fitted by default with a fiber-optic feedthrough that
feeds two FO cables, for controlling the antenna positioner and the DUT turntable,
through the chamber wall.
Openings that are not used by optional feedthroughs are covered with metal blanking
plates.
Openings in the right panel
On the right-hand side of the chamber, there is an external box (labeled 4 in Fig-
ure 4-3). This box with label [A311] contains the horizontal alignment laser. Note that
the laser's opening in the chamber wall cannot be used for mounting a feedthrough.
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Interlock Systems
Only Rohde & Schwarz service personnel are allowed to open the service panel
(labeled 5 in Figure 4-3). If the R&S ATS-TEMP climate option for DUT testing at
extreme temperatures is installed in the chamber, its hot/cold air supply and exhaust
hoses connect to the right service panel (5).
Table 4-3: Text labels printed on the chamber
Text label Meaning
[LOCK / UNLOCK] Button for locking and unlocking the door
[Laser] Button for switching the laser on and off; see Chapter 4.2, "DUT Align-
ment Lasers", on page 24
[Axxx] Numbered feedthrough panel
[HOR] SMA feedthrough for horizontal antenna polarization; see SMA / SMP
connector
[VER] SMA feedthrough for vertical antenna polarization; see SMA / SMP con-
nector
[remove before operating] Label on the turntable's crank that advises you to remove the crank
(Figure 7-3) before operating the positioners.
● Interlock Systems....................................................................................................23
● DUT Alignment Lasers............................................................................................24
● Positioner................................................................................................................ 25
4.1 Interlock Systems
The chamber has two interlock systems:
●
Door interlock, uses the upper interlock key
●
Positioner interlock, uses the lower interlock key
The door locking mechanism and the positioners are enabled only if the interlocks
send positive signals (door closed).
Prerequisite: the electrical power supply unit of the chamber is connected to mains
power.
Door interlock
Figure 4-6: Upper interlock key for the door locking mechanism
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1 = Male upper interlock key
2 = Female upper interlock keyhole
The upper interlock system prevents the door locking mechanism from assuming the
locked position while the door is still open, which can lead to equipment damage.
Positioner interlock
Figure 4-7: Lower interlock key for the positioners
1 = Male lower interlock key
2 = Female lower interlock keyhole
The lower interlock system stops the positioners from moving while the door is open,
which can lead to personal injury.
This "open-door" icon in the NCD controller shows the interlock state:
●
If the icon is visible, it indicates that the door is open and the interlock is stopping
the positioners from moving.
●
If the icon is not visible, the door is closed and the interlock does not stop the positioners from moving.
Figure 4-8: Interlock symbol in the positioner controller display
Left = Door is open, interlock is activated, positioners cannot move
Right = Door is closed, interlock is released, positioners can move
4.2 DUT Alignment Lasers
The lasers are functional only when the door is open.
The [Laser] button on the front panel switches the alignment lasers on and off:
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