The R&S EVSG1000 is a portable level and modulation analyzer especially for maintenance and servicing of ILS, VOR and marker beacon ground stations and analyzing
ATC COM signals. High Accuracy and measurement speed, robust design and the
integrated battery make the R&S EVSG1000 ideal for high-precision, network-independent measurements.
The product documentation helps you to use the R&S EVSG1000 safely and efficiently.
Follow the instructions provided here and in the "Basic Safety Instructions" brochure.
Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other users.
Where do I find safety information?
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you about the potential dangers and gives instructions how to prevent personal injuries or damage caused
by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
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The printed "Basic Safety Instructions" brochure provides safety information in
many languages and is delivered with the R&S EVSG1000.
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Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to
take care during setup or operation.
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2Documentation Overview
2.1Getting Started Manual
2.2User Manuals and Help
Documentation Overview
Data Sheets and Brochures
This section provides an overview of the R&S EVSG1000 user documentation. You
find it on the product page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/EVSG1000
Introduces the R&S EVSG1000 and describes how to set up and start working with the
product. A printed version is delivered with the instrument.
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 also available as online help on the
R&S EVSG1000.
2.3Basic Safety Instructions
Contains safety instructions, operating conditions and further important information.
The printed document is delivered with the instrument.
2.4Data Sheets and Brochures
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S EVSG1000. It also lists
the firmware applications and their order numbers, and optional accessories.
The brochure provides an overview of the instrument and deals with the specific characteristics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/evsg/
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2.5Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment
Documentation Overview
Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)
(OSA)
The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the current
firmware version, and describe the firmware installation.
The open source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the
used open source software.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/software/EVSG1000.
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3Getting Started
3.1Key Features
Getting Started
Preparing for Use
The R&S EVSG1000 offers the following key features:
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Detailed analysis of ILS, VOR and Marker Beacon ground measurements (based
on ICAO Doc. 8071 and ICAO Annex 10)
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Spectrum preview and detailed signal analysis in frequency and time range
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Dynamic measurements up to 100 measurements per second in high measurement rate modus
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Parallel course and clearance signal analysis in two-frequency systems (ILS)
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Simple remote operation via standard interfaces
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Software options for specific use cases
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Integrated data recording
3.2Preparing for Use
Risk of injury due to disregarding safety information
Observe the information on appropriate operating conditions provided in the data sheet
to prevent personal injury or damage to the instrument. Read and observe the basic
safety instructions provided with the instrument, in addition to the safety instructions in
the following sections. In particular:
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Do not open the instrument casing.
Risk of instrument damage due to inappropriate operating conditions
Specific operating conditions are required to ensure accurate measurements and to
avoid damage to the instrument. Observe the information on appropriate operating
conditions provided in the basic safety instructions and the instrument's data sheet.
3.2.1Unpacking and Checking the R&S EVSG1000
Check the equipment for completeness using the delivery note and the accessory lists
for the various items. Check the instrument for any damage. If there is damage, imme-
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Preparing for Use
diately contact the carrier who delivered the instrument. Make sure not to discard the
box and packing material.
Packing material
Retain the original packing material. If the instrument needs to be transported or shipped later, you can use the material to protect the control elements and connectors.
Risk of instrument damage during transportation and shipment
Insufficient protection against mechanical and electrostatic effects during transportation
and shipment can damage the instrument.
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Always make sure that sufficient mechanical and electrostatic protection is provided.
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When shipping an instrument, use the original packaging. If it is not available, allow
for sufficient padding to prevent the instrument from moving around inside the box.
Pack the instrument in antistatic wrap to protect it from electrostatic charging.
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Secure the instrument to prevent any movement and other mechanical effects during transportation.
Accessory List
The instrument comes with the following accessories:
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AC/DC power supply with cable
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Printed Getting Started manual
3.2.2Setting Up the Instrument
The R&S EVSG1000 can be operated in a variety of places without detrimental effects
on its features. Even the movement caused by transportation or mobile use does not
impair its functioning.
Risk of instrument damage due to environmental conditions
The R&S EVSG1000 was designed to provide a protected environment for the measurement setup. However, observe the allowed environmental conditions concerning
temperature, humidity and mechanical stress described in the R&S EVSG1000 data
sheet and the general safety instructions to avoid damage to the devices.
Ensure that the airflow perforations are unimpeded.
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3.2.3Connecting the Power Supply
Getting Started
Preparing for Use
To ensure high mobility and flexibility while using the R&S EVSG1000, it is equipped
with a DC power supply connector on the rear panel of the instrument. DC power can
be supplied by the installed battery, the provided power supply unit, or from appropriate
external DC power sources.
Risk of instrument damage due to excess voltage
The R&S EVSG1000 must be operated only on DC power with a voltage of 10 V DC to
28 V DC and a current of 3.0 A.
The provided DC power supply unit must only be plugged into a two-pin grounded
socket!
Use the provided AC/DC power supply unit to operate the R&S EVSG1000 on a 230 V
AC power supply.
3.2.3.1Connecting the Provided DC Power Supply
Risk of electric shock!
When connecting to an AC power supply, only the supplied AC/DC power supply connector must be used!
Connect the R&S EVSG1000 to the provided AC/DC power supply as follows:
1. Connect the DC connector on the provided AC/DC power supply unit to the
"POWER" connector on the back of the R&S EVSG1000 (see Chapter 3.3.2.1,
"Power Supply", on page 26).
2. Connect the power cable to the AC/DC power supply and to a main power socket.
The green operating LED of the AC/DC power supply connector lights up.
3.2.3.2Connecting an External DC Power Source
The R&S EVSG1000 can be operated directly from an external DC power source (10
V DC to 28 V DC).
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Risk of instrument damage due to insecure power supply connection
If the connection between the instrument and the external DC power source is not protected against excessive current, a short-circuit can damage the instrument or power
supply unit.
When connecting the R&S EVSG1000 to the power supply, ensure the following prerequisites are met:
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Insert a 3 AT fuse
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Use a 3-pin XLR connection cable
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If the cable must be extended, ensure the entire cable has a cross-section of at
least 1.5 mm
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Connect the R&S EVSG1000 to an external DC power source as follows:
1. Connect the XLR connection cable to the "POWER" connector on the back of the
instrument (see Chapter 3.3.2.1, "Power Supply", on page 26).
2. Connect the XLR connection cable to the DC power supply.
Risk of electric shock
Insufficient insulation and exceeding the current limitation of external power supplies
for safety extra-low DC voltage (SELV) can lead to electric shock.
Be sure to meet the requirements for reinforced/double insulation in accordance with
DIN/EN/IEC 61010 (UL 3111, CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1) or DIN/EN/IEC 60950 (UL 1950,
CSA C22.2 No. 950). Provide current limitation in accordance with DIN EN 61010-1
Appendix F2.1.
3.2.3.3Using an Optional Battery Pack (R&S EVSG-B3)
As an alternative to the fixed AC or DC power supply, the R&S EVSG1000 can be
operated by a battery pack if the R&S EVSG-B2 and R&S EVSG-B3 options are installed. If the battery pack is installed and no DC power is supplied, the R&S EVSG1000
automatically switches to battery operation (during operation).
If the battery option was ordered together with the instrument, the R&S EVSG1000
comes with the battery management and battery pack already installed.
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3.2.4Connecting Devices for Signal Input and Output
Getting Started
Preparing for Use
The battery pack must be charged before it is used the first time. A new battery pack or
a battery pack which has not been used for a longer time attains full capacity after several charge/ discharge cycles.
Charge the battery pack at a constant ambient temperature between +0 °C and
+40 °C. If the battery temperature rises above +53 °C, charging is interrupted until the
temperature drops below +45 °C. Large temperature variations can also cause the
charger to be switched off too early.
Use only the original battery pack R&S EVSG-B3 (1329.8821.02).
If the instrument is connected to the provided AC/DC power supply or to an external
DC power supply with more than 12 V DC, the internal battery is automatically charged
regardless whether the instrument is switched on or off.
1. Connect the RF input connector ("RX 1 IN"/"RX 2 IN") with the receiving antenna
(see Chapter 3.3.1.3, "RX1 IN / RX 2 IN", on page 22).
2. Optionally, connect the power supply for an active receiving antenna (see Chap-
ter 3.3.1.6, "12 V DC Out", on page 22).
3. Optionally, connect the GPS receiver (see Chapter 3.3.2.6, "RS232 GPS",
on page 27).
4. Optionally, connect a headset (see Chapter 3.3.1.5, "AF Out", on page 22).
3.2.5Switching the R&S EVSG1000 On and Off
To switch the instrument on or off, press the [Power] key (see Chapter 3.3.1.1, "Power
Key", on page 22).
When the instrument is switched on, the power LED lights up.
If the instrument is operated by the provided DC power supply or by an external DC
power supply with more than 12 V DC, the internal battery is charged regardless
whether the instrument is switched on or off.
Starting Process
The boot process of the R&S EVSG1000 takes about 30 seconds. Then the instrument automatically starts the measurement mode used before the instrument was
switched off.
If valid data for automatic calibration is not available, the message "UNCAL" is displayed in the status line.
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3.3Instrument Tour
3.3.1Front Panel
Getting Started
Instrument Tour
It is recommended that you perfom an auto-calibration every 2 months or if the difference of the environment temperature changes by more than 10 °C.
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Figure 3-1: R&S EVSG1000 - Front panel view
1 = Power key
2 = Display
3 = RX 1 IN / RX 2 IN
4 = USB connectors
5 = AF Out
6 = 12 V DC Out
7 = System keys
8 = Softkeys
9 = Function keys
10 = Keypad
11 = Rotary Knob
12 = Navigation keys
The [Power] key starts up and shuts down the R&S EVSG1000.
The TFT color display shows all measurement and configuration details.
Use the RX inputs to connect a receiving antenna (max. +13 dBm) to the
R&S EVSG1000 for RF signal input.
"RX 2 In" is supplied as an option (R&S EVSG-B1).
This option allows you to perform two independent measurements simultaneously, for
example on different frequencies. This capability is vital in flight inspection systems
because localizer and glidepath signals must be measured at the same time. An additional application required in flight inspection systems is the parallel measurement of
two different VOR stations.
3.3.1.4USB
The front panel provides two female USB connectors (USB-A, 2.0 standard) to connect
a memory device.
The memory device is used to store and reload instrument settings, to provide software
updates and to export measurement data.
3.3.1.5AF Out
Connector for a headset with a 3.5 mm jack plug
3.3.1.612 V DC Out
DC output for an active receiving antenna.
3.3.1.7System Keys
System keys set the instrument to a predefined state, change basic settings, and provide print and display functions.
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3.3.1.8Softkeys
Getting Started
Instrument Tour
Table 3-1: System keys
System keyAssigned functions
[Preset]Opens the "Preset" menu.
Creates screenshot and stores it internally.
[Screenshot]
[Audio]Opens the "Audio" menu.
[Display]Opens the "Display" menu.
[Help]Opens the online help.
[Setup]Opens the "Setup" menu containing general instrument settings.
[Mode]Opens the measurement mode selection (for example ILS LOC,
VOR, COM)
Softkeys are virtual keys provided by the software. Thus, more functions can be provided than those that can be accessed directly via the function keys on the instrument.
Softkeys are dynamic, i.e. depending on the selected function key, a different list of
softkeys is displayed on the right side of the screen. A list of softkeys for a certain function key is also called a menu. Softkeys can either perform a specific function or open
a dialog box.
3.3.1.9Function Keys
Function keys provide access to the most common measurement settings and functions.
Table 3-2: Function keys
Function keyAssigned functions
[CH Freq]Sets the center frequency and the start and stop frequencies
[Ampt]Sets the reference level, the displayed dynamic range, and the RF
[BW]Sets the resolution bandwidth
[Meas]Provides the measurement settings for the active measurement mode
[Config]Configures measurements and data input and output
[MTime]Configures the measurement time
attenuation for the level display
[Marker]Sets and positions the absolute and relative measurement markers
(markers and delta markers)
[Mkr]->Provides search functions for the measurement markers (maximum/
minimum of the trace)
Sets the center frequency to the current marker frequency
[Mkr Fct]Provides further marker functions, such as removing all markers
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3.3.1.10Keypad
Getting Started
Instrument Tour
Function keyAssigned functions
[Record]Starts and stops the continuous data recording.
[Trigger]Opens the Trigger Menu.
[Single]Saves a single dataset.
The keypad is used to enter numeric parameters, including the corresponding units. It
contains the following keys.
Type of keyDescription
Decimal pointInserts a decimal point "." at the cursor position.
Sign keyChanges the sign of a numeric parameter. In the
case of an alphanumeric parameter, inserts a "-" at
the cursor position.
Unit keys
(GHz/-dBm MHz/dBm, kHz/dB, Hz/dB etc.)
ESCCloses all kinds of dialog boxes, if the edit mode is
ENTER
Adds the selected unit to the entered numeric value
and complete the entry.
In the case of level entries (e.g. in dB) or dimensionless values, all units have the value "1" as multiplying factor. Thus, they have the same function as an
ENTER key.
not active. Quits the edit mode, if the edit mode is
active. In dialog boxes that contain a "Cancel" button it activates that button.
For "Edit" dialog boxes the following mechanism is
used:
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If data entry has been started, it retains the
original value and closes the dialog box.
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If data entry has not been started or has been
completed, it closes the dialog box.
If an alphanumeric entry has already been started,
this key deletes the character to the left of the cursor.
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Concludes the entry of dimensionless entries.
The new value is accepted.
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With other entries, this key can be used instead
of the "Hz/dB" unit key.
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In a dialog box, selects the default or focused
element.
3.3.1.11Rotary Knob
The rotary knob has several functions:
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For numeric entries: increments (clockwise direction) or decrements (counterclockwise direction) the instrument parameter at a defined step width
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In lists: toggles between entries
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3.3.1.12Navigation Keys
Getting Started
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For markers, limit lines, and other graphical elements on the screen: moves their
position
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For active scroll bars: moves the scroll bar vertically
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For dialog boxes: Acts like the ENTER key when pressed
While you turn the rotary knob, the settings are applied immediately, and the results
are updated accordingly.
The navigation keys can be used alternatively to the rotary knob to navigate through
dialog boxes, diagrams or tables.
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Arrow Up/Arrow Down Keys
The <arrow up> or <arrow down> keys do the following:
–For numeric entries: increments (Arrow Up) or decrements (Arrow Down) the
instrument parameter at a defined step width
–In a list: scrolls forward and backward through the list entries
–In a table: moves the selection bar vertically
–In windows or dialog boxes with a vertical scroll bar: moves the scroll bar
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Arrow Left/Arrow Right Keys
The <arrow left> or <arrow right> keys do the following:
–In an alphanumeric edit dialog box, move the cursor.
–In a list, scroll forward and backward through the list entries.
–In a table, move the selection bar horizontally.
–In windows or dialog boxes with horizontal scroll bar, move the scroll bar.
3.3.2Rear Panel
Figure 3-2: R&S
EVSG1000 - Rear panel view
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1 = Power Supply
2 = Demod Out
3 = LF In
4 = Trigger In
5 = PPS In
6 = RS232-GPS
7 = LAN
8 = USB
9 = Li-Ion battery pack
10 = Loudspeaker
XLR connector for an external DC power source (10 V DC to 28 V DC)
See Chapter 3.2.3, "Connecting the Power Supply", on page 18.
3.3.2.2Demod Out
Outputs a demodulated signal for connected devices, for example an oscilloscope
3.3.2.3LF In (Baseband Input)
BNC socket, 50 Ω/20kΩ to input a baseband signal to the R&S EVSG1000 for further
analysis of typical AF parameters
3.3.2.4PPS In
Provides a PPS signal from an external GPS device for precise synchronization during
data logging
3.3.2.5Trigger In
Provides an external trigger for data recording.
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3.3.2.6RS232 GPS
3.3.2.7LAN (Ethernet)
3.3.2.8Li-Ion Battery Pack
Getting Started
Instrument Tour
2-port, 9-pin Sub-D connector for a GPS receiver providing NMEA protocol data. The
NMEA protocol data is displayed and stored with the recorded data.
Through the LAN connection (Fast Ethernet), all functions of the R&S EVSG1000 can
be remotely operated. The LAN connection can also be used to stream measurement
data (TCP port 8000; for I/Q data: 8001 (RX1) or 8002 (RX2)). IP Addresses and subnet mask are defined in the setup menu. The data transfer rate is 100 Mbit/s.
With the Li-Ion battery pack (options (R&S EVSG-B2 and R&S EVSG-B3), the
R&S EVSG1000 can be operated independently of an AC or DC power supply.
The charging circuit is protected by an overload protection and an overheating protection.
Generally, the internal battery pack can be charged during operation with the power
supply or with an external voltage supply providing more than 12 V DC. Note, however, that charging can take longer when the instrument is in use.
3.3.2.9Loudspeaker
Provides the AF output also available via the Chapter 3.3.1.5, "AF Out", on page 22
headphone connector.
3.3.3Accessories
Following accessories are available for the operation of the R&SEVSG1000.
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Weather protection bag (R&S EVSG-Z1)
The weather protection bag has a transparent cover that allows the
R&S EVSG1000 to be used in the field even under adverse weather conditions.
The front pocket can be used for transporting accessories such as the external
power supply.
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Figure 3-3: Weather protection bag
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Rugged Transport case (R&S EVSG-Z2)
It is a hard-top case with trolley functionality.
Getting Started
Instrument Tour
Figure 3-4: Transport Case
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ILS / VOR Dipole Antenna (R&S EVS-Z3)
The lightweight design of the ILS/VOR dipole antenna and its compact size makes
this antenna ideal for mobile measurements in the field. The antenna comes with
two sets of rods of different lengths to support the two frequency ranges. The telescopic mast can be extended to 3.1 m.
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Figure 3-5: ILS / VOR Dipole Antenna
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Antenna bag (R&S EVS-Z4)
The carrying bag allows you to transport all the antenna elements and the telescopic mast safely.
Figure 3-6: Antenna bag
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Display protection cover (R&S EVS-Z6)
The protective hard cover protects the front panel during transport.
Figure 3-7: Display protection cover
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3.4Operating Basics
Getting Started
Operating Basics
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19''-adapter (R&S EVSG-Z7)
This option is required for the mounting of the R&S EVSG1000 in a 19'' rack (e.g.
in a measurement vehicle).
The R&S EVSG1000 is designed for ground inspection and is thus optimized for manual operation, via the graphical user interface.
Nevertheless, the instrument can also be controlled remotely, either by executing predefined commands, or by simulating the user interface on a remotely connected
device.
This chapter provides an overview on how to work with the R&S EVSG1000. It
describes what kind of information is displayed on the screen and how to operate the
R&S EVSG1000 manually and remotely.
3.4.1Understanding the Display Information
The following figure shows a typical screen display on the R&S EVSG1000. All different screen elements are labeled. They are explained in more detail in the following
sections.
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3
1
Figure 3-8: R&S
4
EVSG1000 - GUI Overview
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