Rohde&Schwarz FPL1003, FPL1007, FPL1014, FPL1026 User Manual

R&S®FPL1000 Spectrum Analyzer User Manual
1178337002 Version 13
This manual applies to the following R&S®FPL1000 models with firmware version 2.00 and later:
R&S®FPL1003 (1304.0004K03) - FPL1000 with maximum frequency 3 GHz
R&S®FPL1007 (1304.0004K07) - FPL1000 with maximum frequency 7.5 GHz
R&S®FPL1014 (1304.0004K14) - FPL1000 with maximum frequency 14 GHz
R&S®FPL1026 (1304.0004K26) - FPL1000 with maximum frequency 26.5 GHz
In addition to the base unit, the following options are described:
R&S FPL1-B4, OCXO (1323.1902.02)
R&S FPL1-B5, Additional Interfaces (1323.1883.02)
R&S FPL1-B9, Internal Generator (1323.1925.03/1323.1925.07)
R&S FPL1-B10, GPIB interface (1323.1890.02)
R&S FPL1-B11, YIG preselector bypass (1323.1619.02)
R&S FPL1-B22, preamplifier (1323.1719.02)
R&S FPL1-B25, electronic attenuator (1323.1990.02)
R&S FPL1-B30, DC power supply (1323.1877.02)
R&S FPL1-B31, Li-Ion battery pack and charger (1323.1725.02)
R&S FPL1-K9, Power sensor support (1323.1754.02)
R&S FPL1-K54, EMI measurements (1323.1783.02)
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1178.3370.02 | Version 13 | R&S®FPL1000
Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol , e.g. R&S®FPL1000 is indicated as R&S FPL1000, R&S® FPL1-Bxx/-Kxx is indicated as R&S FPL1-Bxx/-Kxx.
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1.1 Safety instructions......................................................................................................13
1.2 Labels on R&S FPL1000............................................................................................. 16
1.3 Warning messages in the documentation................................................................ 17
1.4 Korea certification class A......................................................................................... 17
2.1 Getting started manual............................................................................................... 18
2.2 User manuals and help...............................................................................................18
2.3 Service manual............................................................................................................18
2.4 Instrument security procedures................................................................................ 19

Contents

Contents
1 Safety and regulatory information......................................................13
2 Documentation overview.....................................................................18
2.5 Printed safety instructions.........................................................................................19
2.6 Data sheets and brochures........................................................................................ 19
2.7 Release notes and open source acknowledgment (OSA).......................................19
2.8 Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc......................................... 19
2.9 Calibration certificate................................................................................................. 20
3 Welcome to the R&S FPL1000............................................................ 21
3.1 Key features.................................................................................................................21
4 Getting started......................................................................................22
4.1 Preparing for use........................................................................................................ 22
4.1.1 Lifting and carrying........................................................................................................22
4.1.2 Unpacking and checking............................................................................................... 22
4.1.3 Choosing the operating site.......................................................................................... 23
4.1.4 Setting up the R&S FPL1000........................................................................................ 23
4.1.5 Connecting to power..................................................................................................... 25
4.1.6 Switching on or off.........................................................................................................28
4.1.7 Connecting to LAN........................................................................................................ 29
4.1.8 Connecting a keyboard................................................................................................. 30
4.1.9 Connecting an external monitor.................................................................................... 30
4.1.10 Windows operating system........................................................................................... 32
4.1.11 Logging on.................................................................................................................... 33
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4.1.12 Checking the supplied options...................................................................................... 35
4.1.13 Performing a self-alignment.......................................................................................... 35
4.1.14 Considerations for test setup........................................................................................ 36
4.2 Instrument tour............................................................................................................36
4.2.1 Front panel view............................................................................................................36
4.2.2 Rear panel view............................................................................................................ 43
4.3 Trying out the instrument...........................................................................................48
4.3.1 Measuring a basic signal...............................................................................................48
4.3.2 Displaying a spectrogram..............................................................................................50
4.3.3 Activating additional measurement channels................................................................52
4.3.4 Performing sequential measurements.......................................................................... 56
4.3.5 Setting and moving a marker........................................................................................ 57
4.3.6 Displaying a marker peak list........................................................................................ 59
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4.3.7 Zooming into the display............................................................................................... 60
4.3.8 Saving settings..............................................................................................................63
4.3.9 Printing and saving results............................................................................................ 65
4.4 Operating the instrument........................................................................................... 66
4.4.1 Understanding the display information - spectrum mode..............................................66
4.4.2 Accessing the functionality............................................................................................74
4.4.3 Entering data.................................................................................................................79
4.4.4 Touchscreen gestures...................................................................................................80
4.4.5 Getting help...................................................................................................................83
5 Applications, measurement channels, and result displays............. 85
5.1 Available applications.................................................................................................85
5.2 R&S MultiView............................................................................................................. 87
5.3 Defining channel setups.............................................................................................87
5.4 Running a sequence of measurements.................................................................... 89
5.4.1 The sequencer concept.................................................................................................89
5.4.2 Sequencer settings....................................................................................................... 92
5.4.3 How to set up the sequencer........................................................................................ 92
5.5 Channel setup overview............................................................................................. 93
5.6 Configuring result displays........................................................................................94
5.6.1 Laying out the result display with the smartgrid............................................................ 94
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5.6.2 Changing the size of windows.......................................................................................99
6.1 Configuration overview............................................................................................ 100
6.2 Measurements and results.......................................................................................102
6.2.1 Basic measurements...................................................................................................103
6.2.2 Basic evaluation methods........................................................................................... 123
6.2.3 Power sweep measurements......................................................................................125
6.2.4 Channel power and adjacent-channel power (ACLR) measurement..........................133
6.2.5 Carrier-to-noise measurements.................................................................................. 155
6.2.6 Occupied bandwidth measurement (OBW).................................................................158
6.2.7 Spectrum emission mask (SEM) measurement..........................................................165
6.2.8 Spurious emissions measurement.............................................................................. 205
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6 The spectrum application (RF measurements)............................... 100
6.2.9 Statistical measurements (APD, CCDF)..................................................................... 218
6.2.10 Time domain power measurement..............................................................................232
6.2.11 Harmonic distortion measurement.............................................................................. 238
6.2.12 Third order intercept (TOI) measurement....................................................................244
6.2.13 AM modulation depth measurement........................................................................... 254
6.2.14 Electromagnetic interference (EMI) measurement......................................................257
6.3 Receiving data input and providing data output....................................................283
6.3.1 Radio frequency input................................................................................................. 284
6.3.2 Power sensors............................................................................................................ 285
6.3.3 Internal (tracking) generator........................................................................................292
6.3.4 Output settings............................................................................................................ 308
6.4 Frequency and span configuration......................................................................... 310
6.4.1 Impact of the frequency and span settings................................................................. 310
6.4.2 Frequency and span settings...................................................................................... 311
6.4.3 Keeping the center frequency stable - signal tracking................................................ 315
6.4.4 How to define the frequency range............................................................................. 316
6.4.5 How to move the center frequency through the frequency range............................... 316
6.5 Amplitude and vertical axis configuration..............................................................317
6.5.1 Impact of the vertical axis settings.............................................................................. 317
6.5.2 Amplitude settings.......................................................................................................319
6.5.3 Scaling the y-axis........................................................................................................ 323
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6.5.4 How to optimize the amplitude display........................................................................325
6.6 Bandwidth, filter and sweep configuration.............................................................325
6.6.1 Impact of the bandwidth, filter and sweep settings..................................................... 326
6.6.2 Bandwidth, filter and sweep settings...........................................................................331
6.6.3 Reference: list of available RRC and channel filters................................................... 340
6.7 Trigger and gate configuration................................................................................ 341
6.7.1 Triggering.................................................................................................................... 342
6.7.2 Gating..........................................................................................................................351
6.8 Adjusting settings automatically.............................................................................353
6.9 Marker usage............................................................................................................. 356
6.9.1 Basics on markers.......................................................................................................356
6.9.2 Marker settings............................................................................................................359
6.9.3 Marker search settings and positioning functions....................................................... 365
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6.9.4 Marker (measurement) functions................................................................................ 373
6.9.5 How to work with markers........................................................................................... 394
6.9.6 Measurement example: measuring harmonics using marker functions...................... 395
6.10 Trace configuration...................................................................................................397
6.10.1 Standard traces...........................................................................................................397
6.10.2 Spectrograms.............................................................................................................. 411
6.10.3 Trace math.................................................................................................................. 429
6.11 Display and limit lines.............................................................................................. 431
6.11.1 Display lines................................................................................................................ 431
6.11.2 Limit lines.................................................................................................................... 433
6.12 Zoomed displays.......................................................................................................450
6.12.1 Single zoom versus multiple zoom..............................................................................451
6.12.2 Zoom functions............................................................................................................452
6.12.3 How to zoom into a diagram....................................................................................... 454
6.13 Importing and exporting measurement results for evaluation............................. 457
6.13.1 Displaying a reference trace - importing trace data.................................................... 457
6.13.2 Trace/data ex/import................................................................................................... 459
6.13.3 How to import traces................................................................................................... 463
6.13.4 How to export trace data and numerical results..........................................................463
6.13.5 How to export a peak list.............................................................................................464
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6.13.6 Reference: ASCII file export format............................................................................ 464
6.14 Independent CW source settings............................................................................ 468
7.1 Restoring the default instrument configuration (preset).......................................470
7.2 Storing and recalling instrument settings and measurement data......................471
7.2.1 Quick save/quick recall............................................................................................... 472
7.2.2 Configurable storage and recall.................................................................................. 474
7.2.3 How to save and load instrument settings.................................................................. 479
7.3 Import/export functions............................................................................................481
7.4 Creating screenshots of current measurement results and settings.................. 484
7.4.1 Print and screenshot settings......................................................................................484
7.4.2 How to store or print screenshots of the display......................................................... 495
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7 Data management.............................................................................. 470
7.4.3 Example for storing multiple measurement results to a PDF file................................ 498
7.5 Working with test reports.........................................................................................499
7.5.1 Designing a test report template................................................................................. 500
7.5.2 Managing templates....................................................................................................509
7.5.3 Creating datasets........................................................................................................ 510
7.5.4 Creating a test report...................................................................................................511
7.5.5 How to create a test report..........................................................................................513
8 General instrument setup..................................................................516
8.1 Reference frequency.................................................................................................516
8.2 Display settings.........................................................................................................517
8.2.1 Display settings........................................................................................................... 517
8.2.2 How to work with the soft front panels........................................................................ 525
8.3 Language settings.................................................................................................... 526
8.4 System configuration settings.................................................................................527
8.4.1 Hardware information..................................................................................................527
8.4.2 Information on versions and options........................................................................... 527
8.4.3 System messages.......................................................................................................529
8.4.4 Firmware updates....................................................................................................... 530
8.4.5 General configuration settings.................................................................................... 531
8.4.6 Additional interfaces....................................................................................................532
8.5 Service functions...................................................................................................... 532
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8.5.1 R&S support information............................................................................................. 533
8.5.2 Self-test settings and results....................................................................................... 534
8.5.3 Calibration signal display............................................................................................ 534
8.5.4 Service functions.........................................................................................................536
8.6 Toolbar configuration............................................................................................... 537
8.7 Transducers...............................................................................................................539
8.7.1 Basics on transducer factors.......................................................................................539
8.7.2 Transducer settings.....................................................................................................540
8.7.3 Reference: transducer factor file format......................................................................546
8.7.4 How to configure the transducer................................................................................. 546
8.8 Alignment...................................................................................................................549
8.8.1 Basics on alignment.................................................................................................... 549
8.8.2 Alignment settings.......................................................................................................551
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8.8.3 How to perform a self-test........................................................................................... 553
8.8.4 How to align the instrument.........................................................................................553
8.8.5 How to align the touchscreen......................................................................................554
9 Network operation and remote control............................................ 555
9.1 Remote control interfaces and protocols............................................................... 555
9.1.1 LAN interface.............................................................................................................. 556
9.2 Status reporting system........................................................................................... 559
9.2.1 Hierarchy of status registers....................................................................................... 559
9.2.2 Contents of the status registers.................................................................................. 560
9.2.3 Reset values of the status reporting system............................................................... 571
9.3 GPIB languages.........................................................................................................571
9.4 Network and remote control settings......................................................................573
9.4.1 General network settings............................................................................................ 573
9.4.2 Remote settings.......................................................................................................... 575
9.4.3 Compatibility settings.................................................................................................. 578
9.4.4 LAN settings................................................................................................................580
9.4.5 Remote errors............................................................................................................. 582
9.4.6 Returning to manual mode ("Local")........................................................................... 583
9.5 How to set up a network and remote control......................................................... 584
9.5.1 How to configure a network.........................................................................................584
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9.5.2 How to operate the instrument without a network....................................................... 591
9.5.3 How to log on to the network.......................................................................................591
9.5.4 How to share directories (only with microsoft networks)............................................. 594
9.5.5 How to control the R&S FPL1000 via the web browser interface............................... 594
9.5.6 How to deactivate the web browser interface............................................................. 596
9.5.7 How to set up remote desktop.................................................................................... 597
9.5.8 How to start a remote control session from a PC........................................................603
9.5.9 How to return to manual operation..............................................................................604
10 Remote commands............................................................................605
10.1 Conventions used in SCPI command descriptions............................................... 605
10.2 Common suffixes...................................................................................................... 606
10.3 Common commands.................................................................................................606
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10.4 Commands for remote instrument operation......................................................... 611
10.5 Selecting the operating mode and application...................................................... 612
10.5.1 Selecting the mode and applications.......................................................................... 612
10.5.2 Performing a sequence of measurements.................................................................. 615
10.5.3 Programming example: performing a sequence of measurements............................ 617
10.6 Configuring and performing measurements.......................................................... 619
10.6.1 Performing measurements..........................................................................................620
10.6.2 Configuring power measurements.............................................................................. 623
10.6.3 Measuring compression points................................................................................... 627
10.6.4 Measuring the channel power and ACLR................................................................... 632
10.6.5 Measuring the carrier-to-noise ratio............................................................................ 650
10.6.6 Measuring the occupied bandwidth.............................................................................651
10.6.7 Measuring the spectrum emission mask.....................................................................653
10.6.8 Measuring spurious emissions....................................................................................683
10.6.9 Analyzing statistics (APD, CCDF)............................................................................... 696
10.6.10 Measuring the time domain power.............................................................................. 706
10.6.11 Measuring the harmonic distortion.............................................................................. 716
10.6.12 Measuring the third order intercept point.................................................................... 719
10.6.13 Measuring the AM modulation depth.......................................................................... 723
10.6.14 Remote commands for EMI measurements................................................................725
10.6.15 List evaluations........................................................................................................... 734
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10.6.16 Measuring the pulse power......................................................................................... 738
10.6.17 Programming example: performing a basic frequency sweep.................................... 743
10.7 Remote commands for result displays................................................................... 745
10.7.1 Working with windows in the display...........................................................................745
10.7.2 Examples: configuring the result display.....................................................................752
10.8 Setting basic spectrum RF measurement parameters.......................................... 755
10.8.1 Defining the frequency and span................................................................................ 755
10.8.2 Configuring bandwidth and sweep settings.................................................................765
10.8.3 Configuring the vertical axis (amplitude, scaling)........................................................773
10.8.4 Configuring triggered and gated measurements.........................................................779
10.8.5 Configuring the data input and output......................................................................... 787
10.8.6 Zooming into the display............................................................................................. 810
10.8.7 Configuring the trace display and retrieving trace data...............................................813
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10.8.8 Working with markers..................................................................................................839
10.8.9 Configuring display lines............................................................................................. 901
10.8.10 Defining limit checks................................................................................................... 904
10.9 Managing settings and results................................................................................ 920
10.9.1 General data storage and loading commands............................................................ 921
10.9.2 Selecting the items to store.........................................................................................927
10.9.3 Storing and loading instrument settings...................................................................... 930
10.9.4 Storing or printing screenshots................................................................................... 935
10.9.5 Storing measurement results...................................................................................... 944
10.9.6 Test reports................................................................................................................. 946
10.9.7 Examples: managing data...........................................................................................956
10.10 Configuring the R&S FPL1000................................................................................. 960
10.10.1 Configuring the reference frequency...........................................................................960
10.10.2 Calibration and checks................................................................................................961
10.10.3 Working with transducers............................................................................................967
10.10.4 Customizing the screen layout.................................................................................... 971
10.10.5 Remote commands for language settings...................................................................976
10.10.6 Configuring the network and remote control............................................................... 976
10.10.7 Checking the system configuration............................................................................. 980
10.10.8 Using service functions............................................................................................... 984
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10.10.9 Programming examples for instrument setup............................................................. 987
10.11 Emulating other instruments' commands.............................................................. 987
10.11.1 Setting up instrument emulation..................................................................................988
10.11.2 Reference: GPIB commands of emulated HP models................................................ 990
10.11.3 Reference: command set of emulated CXA/EXA models......................................... 1018
10.12 Using the status register........................................................................................ 1021
10.12.1 General status register commands........................................................................... 1021
10.12.2 Reading out the CONDition part............................................................................... 1022
10.12.3 Reading out the EVENt part......................................................................................1022
10.12.4 Controlling the ENABle part...................................................................................... 1023
10.12.5 Controlling the negative transition part......................................................................1023
10.12.6 Controlling the positive transition part....................................................................... 1024
10.12.7 Service request......................................................................................................... 1025
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10.13 Deprecated commands...........................................................................................1033
11 Troubleshooting...............................................................................1035
11.1 Error information.....................................................................................................1035
11.2 Error messages in remote control mode..............................................................1036
11.3 Troubleshooting remote operation........................................................................1037
11.4 Miscellaneous troubleshooting hints....................................................................1039
11.5 System recovery..................................................................................................... 1040
11.6 Collecting information for support........................................................................1041
11.7 Contacting customer support................................................................................1043
12 Maintenance, storage, transport and disposal..............................1044
12.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................... 1044
12.2 Changing fuses....................................................................................................... 1044
12.3 Handling batteries...................................................................................................1045
12.4 Storage.....................................................................................................................1045
12.5 Transporting............................................................................................................ 1045
12.6 Disposal................................................................................................................... 1046
List of commands (Spectrum mode)..............................................1047
Index..................................................................................................1066
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1 Safety and regulatory information

Safety and regulatory information
Safety instructions
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:
In Chapter 1.1, "Safety instructions", on page 13. The same information is provi­ded in many languages as printed "Safety Instructions". The printed "Safety Instructions" are delivered with the product.
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.
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 maximum weight of the product is provided in the data sheet. 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.
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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.
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:
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.
If a product has an exchangeable fuse, its type and characteristics are indicated next to the fuse holder. Before changing the fuse, switch off the product and dis­connect it from the power source. How to change the fuse is described in the prod­uct documentation.
Only use the power cable delivered with the product. It complies with country-spe­cific safety requirements. Only insert the 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. Also ensure that nobody can trip over loose cables.
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Safety and regulatory information
Safety instructions
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.
Only connect the product to a power source with a fuse protection of maximum 20 A.
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.
Handling batteries safely
The product contains exchangeable or built-in lithium polymer or lithium ion cells or batteries. The use of the word battery in the following always means all types. Only the battery contents are potentially hazardous. As long as a battery is undamaged and the seals remain intact, there is no danger.
Impact, shock or heat can cause damage such as dents, punctures and other deforma­tions. A damaged battery poses a risk of personal injury. Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. Immediately ventilate the area since the battery releases harmful gases. If you come into contact with the battery fluid, immediately remove all contaminated clothing. Irritation can occur if the battery fluid comes in contact with your skin or eyes. Immediately and thoroughly rinse your skin or eyes with water and seek medical aid.
For safe handling, follow these rules:
Do not short-circuit the battery.
Do not mechanically damage the battery. Do not open or disassemble the battery.
Do not expose the battery to high temperatures such as open flames, hot surfaces and sunlight.
Only use the battery with the designated Rohde & Schwarz product.
Only use the appropriate Rohde & Schwarz charger to charge the batteries. If the batteries are improperly charged, there is a risk of explosion. For charging and dis­charging temperature ranges, see the product documentation.
Replace exchangeable batteries only with the same battery type.
Store the battery in the product or use the product packaging.
Dispose of exchangeable batteries separately from normal household waste as specified by the local waste disposal agency.
If you disregard these rules, you risk serious personal injury or even death due to explosion, fire or hazardous chemical substances. The product documentation pro­vides further details.
If exchangeable batteries or products with built-in batteries are defective, contact the Rohde & Schwarz customer service. Rohde & Schwarz classifies the severity of the defect. When returning batteries or Rohde & Schwarz products containing batteries, use a carrier qualified to transport dangerous goods and notify the carrier of this classi­fication. Follow the carrier’s transport stipulations in line with IATA-DGR, IMDG-Code, ADR or RID.
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Labels on R&S FPL1000
Using headphones
Take the following measures to prevent hearing damage. Before using headphones, check the volume and reduce it if necessary. If you monitor varying signal levels, take off the headphones and wait until the signal has settled. Then adjust the volume.
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.
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.
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 connec-
tion protects you against electric shock if an electric problem occurs.

1.2 Labels on R&S FPL1000

Labels on the casing inform about:
Personal safety, see "Meaning of safety labels" on page 16
Product and environment safety, see Table 1-1
Identification of the product, see Chapter 4.2.2.14, "Device ID", on page 48
Table 1-1: Labels regarding R&S
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 "Disposing electrical and electronic equipment" on page 1046.
Labeling in line with directive 2006/66/EC for disposal of batteries after they have come to the end of their service life.
For more information, see "Disposing electrical and electronic equipment" on page 1046.
FPL1000 and environment safety
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1.3 Warning messages in the documentation

1.4 Korea certification class A

Safety and regulatory information
Korea certification class A
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.
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.
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2 Documentation overview

2.1 Getting started manual

Documentation overview
Service manual
This section provides an overview of the R&S FPL1000 user documentation. Unless specified otherwise, you find the documents at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/FPL1000
Introduces the R&S FPL1000 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. A PDF version is available for down­load on the Internet.

2.2 User manuals and help

Separate user manuals are provided for the base unit and the firmware applications:
Base unit 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.
Firmware application manual Contains the description of the specific functions of a firmware application, includ­ing remote control commands. Basic information on operating the R&S FPL1000 is not included.
The contents of the user manuals are available as help in the R&S FPL1000. The help offers quick, context-sensitive access to the complete information for the base unit and the firmware applications.
All user manuals are also available for download or for immediate display on the Inter­net.

2.3 Service manual

Describes the performance test for checking compliance with rated specifications, firm­ware update, troubleshooting, adjustments, installing options and maintenance.
The service manual is available for registered users on the global Rohde & Schwarz information system (GLORIS):
https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com
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2.4 Instrument security procedures

2.5 Printed safety instructions

2.6 Data sheets and brochures

Documentation overview
Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc.
Deals with security issues when working with the R&S FPL1000 in secure areas. It is available for download on the Internet.
Provides safety information in many languages. The printed document is delivered with the product.
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S FPL1000. 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/FPL1000

2.7 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 open­source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the used open source software.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/FPL1000

2.8 Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc.

These documents deal with special applications or background information on particu­lar topics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/application/FPL1000
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2.9 Calibration certificate

Documentation overview
Calibration certificate
The document is available on https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com/calcert. You need the device ID of your instrument, which you can find on a label on the rear panel.
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3 Welcome to the R&S FPL1000

3.1 Key features

Welcome to the R&S FPL1000
Key features
The R&S FPL1000 is a Rohde & Schwarz signal and spectrum analyzer developed to meet demanding customer requirements. Offering low phase noise, wide analysis bandwidth and straightforward and intuitive operation, the analyzer makes measure­ments fast and easy.
This user manual contains a description of the functionality that the instrument pro­vides, including remote control operation. The latest version is available for download at the product homepage (http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/FPL1000).
The R&S FPL1000 sets standards in RF performance and usability. Outstanding key features are:
One instrument for multiple applications
Spectrum analysis
Signal analysis of analog and digitally modulated signals
Power measurements with power sensors
Noise figure and gain measurements
Phase noise measurements
Solid RF performance
Low spurious response
Low displayed average noise level (DANL)
40 MHz signal analysis bandwidth
Low level measurement uncertainty
Precise spectral measurements due to low phase noise
Intuitive user interface
High-resolution display
Multipoint touchscreen
Flexible arrangement of results and MultiView
Toolbar
Quiet operation
Fully portable
Battery pack and 12 V/24 V power supply
Carrying bag and shoulder harness
Low power consumption
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4 Getting started

4.1 Preparing for use

Getting started
Preparing for use
Note: the following chapters are identical to those in the printed R&S FPL1000 Getting Started manual.
Here, you can find basic information about setting up the product for the first time.
Lifting and carrying..................................................................................................22
Unpacking and checking.........................................................................................22
Choosing the operating site.................................................................................... 23
Setting up the R&S FPL1000..................................................................................23
Connecting to power............................................................................................... 25
Switching on or off...................................................................................................28
Connecting to LAN..................................................................................................29
Connecting a keyboard........................................................................................... 30
Connecting an external monitor.............................................................................. 30
Windows operating system..................................................................................... 32
Logging on.............................................................................................................. 33
Checking the supplied options................................................................................ 35
Performing a self-alignment.................................................................................... 35
Considerations for test setup.................................................................................. 36

4.1.1 Lifting and carrying

The carrying handles are designed to lift or carry the instrument. Do not apply exces­sive external force to the handles.
See "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 13.

4.1.2 Unpacking and checking

1. Unpack the R&S FPL1000 carefully.
2. Retain the original packing material. Use it when transporting or shipping the
R&S FPL1000 later.
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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4.1.3 Choosing the operating site

Getting started
Preparing for use
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 14.
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.
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
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.

4.1.4 Setting up the R&S FPL1000

The R&S FPL1000 is designed for use either on a bench top or in a rack, or as a porta­ble instrument (with optional battery operation) in a transport bag in the field.
See also:
"Setting up the product" on page 14
"Intended use" on page 13
4.1.4.1 Placing the R&S FPL1000 on a bench top
To place the product on a bench top
1. Place the product on a stable, flat and level surface.
CAUTION! The top surface of the product is too small for stacking. If you stack
2.
another product on top of the product, the stack can fall over and cause injury. If you want to save space, mount several products in a rack.
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Getting started
Preparing for use
CAUTION! Foldable feet can collapse. See "Setting up the product" on page 14.
3.
Always fold the feet completely in or out. With folded-out feet, do not place any­thing on top or underneath.
NOTICE! Overheating can damage the product.
4.
Prevent overheating as follows:
Keep a minimum distance of 10 cm between the fan openings of the product and any object in the vicinity.
Do not place the product next to heat-generating equipment such as radiators or other products.
4.1.4.2 Mounting the R&S FPL1000 in a rack
To prepare the rack
1. Observe the requirements and instructions in "Setting up the product" on page 14.
NOTICE! Insufficient airflow can cause overheating and damage the product.
2. Design and implement an efficient ventilation concept for the rack.
To mount the R&S FPL1000 in a rack
1. Use an adapter kit to prepare the R&S FPL1000 for rack mounting. a) Order the rack adapter kit designed for the R&S FPL1000. For the order num-
ber, see the data sheet.
b) Mount the adapter kit. Follow the assembly instructions provided with the
adapter kit.
2. Lift the R&S FPL1000 to shelf height.
3. Grab the handles and push the R&S FPL1000 onto the shelf until the rack brackets fit closely to the rack.
4. Tighten all screws in the rack brackets with a tightening torque of 1.2 Nm to secure the R&S FPL1000 in the rack.
To unmount the R&S FPL1000 from a rack
1. Loosen the screws at the rack brackets.
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4.1.4.3 Portable operation
Getting started
Preparing for use
2. Remove the R&S FPL1000 from the rack.
3. If placing the R&S FPL1000 on a bench top again, unmount the adapter kit from the R&S FPL1000. Follow the instructions provided with the adapter kit.
An optional carrying bag designed specifically for the R&S FPL1000 allows you to pro­tect the instrument while working in the field. The bag includes ventilation areas at the position of the ventilation outlets in the casing to ensure air circulation. The transparent cover allows you to operate the instrument without removing it from the bag. With the help of the optional vest holster, you can carry the R&S FPL1000 in its bag and keep your hands free. Together with the optional battery pack (see Chapter 4.1.5.3,
"Optional battery pack (R&S FPL1-B31)", on page 27), and packed in the dedicated
carrying bag, the R&S FPL1000 is ideally suited for operation directly in the field, even in rough environments.
► Inspect the carrying bag for wear and tear before placing the instrument in it.
For details on optional accessories, see the R&S FPL1000 data sheet.

4.1.5 Connecting to power

There are various options to supply power to the R&S FPL1000.
The R&S FPL1000 is equipped with an AC power supply connector.
The R&S FPL1000 can also be equipped with an optional (internal) DC power sup­ply connector (R&S FPL1-B30).
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4.1.5.1 Connecting the AC power
Getting started
Preparing for use
The R&S FPL1000 allows for battery operation if option R&S FPL1-B31 is installed.
The R&S FPL1000 can be used with different AC power voltages and adapts itself automatically to it. Refer to the datasheet for the requirements of voltage and fre­quency.
For safety information, see "Connecting to power" on page 14.
To connect the AC power
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 FPL1000.
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.
For details on the connector, refer to Chapter 4.2.2.1, "AC power supply connection
and main power switch", on page 44.
4.1.5.2 Connecting an optional DC power supply (R&S FPL1-B30)
The R&S FPL1000 can also be equipped with an optional DC power supply connector (R&S FPL1-B30). If installed, the R&S FPL1000 can be operated by a DC voltage of +12 V to +24 V. For details on the connector see Chapter 4.2.2.2, "Li-Ion battery packs
and DC power connector", on page 44.
If you use an external power supply unit to supply safety extra-low DC voltage (SELV) to the instrument, 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. Use a cable no longer than 3 m.
Also see "Connecting to power" on page 14.
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4.1.5.3 Optional battery pack (R&S FPL1-B31)
Getting started
Preparing for use
DC connection
► Connect the DC power connector on the rear panel of the R&S FPL1000 to the DC
power source using a cable as described above.
As an alternative to the fixed AC or DC power supply, the R&S FPL1000 also allows for battery operation. The "Battery Pack" option R&S FPL1-B31 comprises two Li-ion bat­teries and an internal charger. The internal charger charges the batteries whenever the instrument is connected to AC power. During operation, if neither DC nor AC power is supplied, the R&S FPL1000 automatically switches to battery operation.
The battery pack can be retrofitted by Rohde & Schwarz service.
For safety information, see "Handling batteries safely" on page 15.
Charging batteries
Charge the batteries before using battery operation for the first time. Following a long storage period, it can be necessary to charge and discharge the batteries several times to reach full capacity.
For batteries from third parties, follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. For batteries manufactured by Rohde & Schwarz, observe the following:
If inserted in the R&S FPL1000, batteries are charged via the common AC or DC power supply.
You can also use the external battery charger R&S FSV-B34 to charge up to 4 bat­teries.
Charge in a temperature range from +0 °C to +45 °C. If the temperature is above or below these values, or the temparature varies strongly, charging is interrupted. If the battery temperature rises above +53 °C, charging is stopped.
Try not to overcharge the battery too often because overcharging reduces the ser­vice life of the battery.
When the battery is being charged in standby mode, the [Power] LED blinks. During operation, the status bar indicates that the battery is being charged.
Remote command to determine the battery charge state:
DIAGnostic:SERVice:BATTery:LEVel? on page 981
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4.1.6 Switching on or off

Getting started
Preparing for use
Spare battery pack (R&S FPL1-Z4)
In addition to the internal battery pack (option R&S FPL1-B31), spare batteries are available for the R&S FPL1000. The spare battery pack R&S FPL1-Z4 comprises two additional Li-ion batteries.
Outside the R&S FPL1000, batteries can be charged using the external battery charger R&S FSV-B34. Even during battery operation, you can exchange the internal batteries while the R&S FPL1000 is running, as long as one battery remains in the instrument. However, it is not recommended to operate the R&S FPL1000 with only one battery for a longer period.
Table 4-1: Overview of power states
Status LED on Power key Position of main power switch
Off
Standby
Ready
gray
orange
green
[0]
[I]
[I]
To switch on the R&S FPL1000
The R&S FPL1000 is off but connected to power.
1. Set the switch on the power supply to position [I]. See Chapter 4.2.2.1, "AC power supply connection and main power switch", on page 44.
The LED of the Power key is orange. See Chapter 4.2.1.2, "Power key", on page 39. Note: If the R&S FPL1000 was disconnected from power before it was switched off
regularly, it automatically switches back on when the power is reconnected. Using a LAN-controlled power switch, you can take advantage of this behavior to switch the device on and off remotely.
2. Press the Power key. The LED changes to green.
The instrument operates on battery, DC, or AC power, whichever is supplied. The R&S FPL1000 boots.
After booting, the instrument is ready for operation.
To shut down the product
The product is in the ready state.
► Press the [Power] key.
The operating system shuts down. The LED changes to orange.
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4.1.7 Connecting to LAN

Getting started
Preparing for use
To disconnect from power
The R&S FPL1000 is in the standby state.
NOTICE! Risk of data loss. If you disconnect the product from power when it is in
1. the ready state, you can lose settings and data. Shut it down first.
Set the switch on the power supply to position [0]. See Chapter 4.2.2.1, "AC power supply connection and main power switch", on page 44.
The LED of the standby key is switched off.
2. Disconnect the R&S FPL1000 from the power source.
You can connect the instrument to a LAN for remote operation via a PC.
For details on the connector, see Chapter 4.2.2.12, "LAN", on page 47.
Provided the network administrator has assigned you the appropriate rights and adap­ted the Windows firewall configuration, you can use the interface, for example:
To transfer data between a controlling device and the test device, e.g. to run a remote control program
To access or control the measurement from a remote computer using the "Remote Desktop" application (or a similar tool)
To connect external network devices (e.g. printers)
To transfer data from a remote computer and back, e.g. using network folders
Network environment
Before connecting the product to a local area network (LAN), consider the following:
Install the latest firmware to reduce security risks.
For internet or remote access, use secured connections, if applicable.
Ensure that the network settings comply with the security policies of your company. Contact your local system administrator or IT department before connecting your product to your company LAN.
When connected to the LAN, the product may potentially be accessed from the internet, which may be a security risk. For example, attackers might misuse or damage the product. For more information about IT security and how to operate the product in a secure LAN environment, see the Rohde & Schwarz white paper
1EF96: Malware Protection Windows 10.
NOTICE! Risk of network failure.
Consult your network administrator before performing the following tasks:
Connecting the instrument to the network
Configuring the network
Changing IP addresses
Exchanging hardware Errors can affect the entire network.
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4.1.8 Connecting a keyboard

Getting started
Preparing for use
Connect the R&S FPL1000 to the LAN via the LAN interface on the rear panel of the instrument.
Windows automatically detects the network connection and activates the required drivers.
By default, the R&S FPL1000 is configured to use DHCP and no static IP address is configured.
The default instrument name is <Type><variant>-<serial_number>, for example, FPL1003-123456. For information on determining the serial number, see Chap-
ter 4.2.2.14, "Device ID", on page 48.
For more information on LAN configuration, see Chapter 9.5, "How to set up a network
and remote control", on page 584.
The keyboard is detected automatically when it is connected. The default input lan­guage is English – US.
However, you can also connect foreign language keyboards; currently the following languages are supported for the R&S FPL1000:
German
Swiss
French
Russian
To configure the keyboard language
1. To access the Windows operating system, press the Windows key on the external keyboard.
2. Select "Start > Settings > Time & language > Region & language > Add a lan­guage" .

4.1.9 Connecting an external monitor

You can connect an external monitor (or projector) to the "DVI" connector on the rear panel of the R&S FPL1000 (see also Chapter 4.2.2.13, "DVI", on page 47).
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