Rohde & Schwarz FSH 1145.5850.26, FSH 1145.5850.06, FSH 1145.5850.23, FSH 1145.5850.13, FSH 1145.5850.03 User Manual

Test and Measurement Division
Quick Start Manual
Handheld Spectrum Analyzer R&S FSH
1145.5850.03
1145.5850.13
1145.5850.23
1145.5850.06
1145.5850.26
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Dear Customer, R&S® is a registered trademark of Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. K G .
Trade names are trademarks of the owners.
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Safety Instructions

This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with the EC Certificate of Conformity and has left the manufacturer’s plant in a condition fully complying with safety standards.
To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, the user must observe all instructions and warnings given in this operating manual.
Safety-related symbols used on equipment and documentation from R&S:
Observe operating instructions
PE terminal
Ground terminal
Danger! Shock hazard
Warning! Hot surfaces
Ground
Attention! Electrostatic sensitive devices require special care
Safety Instructions
1. The unit may be used only in the operating conditions and positions specified by the manufacturer. The R&S FSH is protected against dripping water and dust (IP degree 51). Unless otherwise agreed, the following ap plies : pollution severit y 2, overvo ltage category 2, altitude m ax. 2000 m powered from AC power supply, altitude max. 3000 m powered from battery.
The unit may be operated only from supply networks fused with max. 16 A. Unless specified otherwise in the data sheet, a tolerance of ±10% shall apply to the nominal
voltage and of ±5% to the nominal frequency.
2. For measurements in circuits with voltages V avoid any hazards (us ing, for example, appropr iate measuring equ ipment, fusing , current limiting, electrical separation, insulation).
3. For permanently installed units without built- in fuses , circuit bre akers or similar protec tive devices , the supply circuit must be fused such as to provide suitable protection for the users and equipment.
4. Prior to switching on the u nit, it m ust be ensured t hat the nom inal volta ge set on the uni t matc hes the nominal voltage of the AC supply network.
If a different voltage is to be set, the power fuse of the unit may have to be changed accordingly.
5. If the unit has no power switch for d isconnection from the AC supply, the plug of the connecting cable is regarded as the disconnecting devic e. In such cases it mus t be ensured that the power plug is easily reachable and accessible at all times (length of connecting cable approx. 2 m). Functional or electronic switches are not suitable for providing disconnection from the AC supply.
If units without power switches are int egrated in r ack s or s ystems, a dis connecti ng dev ice m ust be
provided at system level.
6. App licable local or national saf ety regulations and rules for the prev ention of accidents must be observed in all work performed.
Prior to performing any work on the unit or opening the uni t, the latter m ust be disc onnected from
the supply network.
Any adjustments, replacements of parts, maintenance or repair may be carried out only by
authorized R&S technical personnel.
Only original parts may be used for replacing p arts relevant to safet y (eg power switches, power
transformers, fus es). A safety test m ust be perf ormed after each r eplacement of parts relevant to safety.
(visual inspection, PE conductor test, insulation-resistance, leakage-current measurement,
functional test).
7. Ensure that the connections with information technology equipment comply with IEC950 / EN60950.
8. NiMH batteries must not be exposed to high temperatures or fire.
Keep batteries away from children. If the batter y is replaced im pr operl y, there is dang er of ex plosio n. Onl y replace th e batter y by R&S
type (see spare part list).
NiMH batter ies are su itable f or environm entally-frien dly disposal or specia lized rec ycling. Dispos e
them into appropriate containers, only.
Do not short-circuit the battery.
9. Equipm ent returned or sent in for r epair m ust be packed i n the origina l packing o r in pack ing with electrostatic and mechanical protection.
10. Electrost atics vi a the conne ctor s ma y damage the equi pm ent. For the s afe handling and oper ati on of the equipment, appropriate measures against electrostatics should be implemented.
11. The outside of the instrument is suitably cleaned using a soft, lint-free dustcloth. Never use solvents such as thinners, acetone and similar things, as they may damage the front panel labeling or plastic parts.
12. Any additional safety instructions given in this manual are also to be observed.
> 30 V, suitable measures should be taken to
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R&S FSH Certificate of quality

Certificate of quality

Dear Customer, You have decided to buy a Rohde & Schwarz product. You are thus assured of receiving a product that is manufactured using the most modern methods available. This product was developed, manufactured and tested in compliance with our quality management system standards. The Rohde & Schwarz quality management system is certified according to ISO 9001.
Certified Quality System ISO 9001 DQS REG. NO 1954-04

EC Certificate of Conformity

Certificate No.: 2002-41
This is to certify that:
Equipment type
Stock No. Designation
FSH3 1145.5850.03/.13/.23 Handheld Spectrum Analyzer FSH6 1145.5850.06/.26
FSH-Z1 1155.4505.02 Average Power Sensor FSH-Z18 1165.1909.02 Average Power Sensor FSH-Z2 1145.5767.02 VSWR Bridge and Power Driver FSH-Z32 1145.5796.02 Spare Batterie Pack FSH-Z33 1145.5809.02 Spare Power Supply FSH-Z44 1165.2305.02 Directional Power Sensor
complies with the provisions of the Directive of the Council of the European Union on the approximation of the laws of the Member States
- relat ing t o electrical equipm ent for use within defined voltage limits
(73/23/EEC revised by 93/68/EEC)
- relat ing to electromagnetic compatibility
(89/336/EEC revised by 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC) Conformity is proven by compliance with the following standards: EN61010-1 : 2001-12
EN55011 : 1998 + A1 : 1999, Klasse B EN61326 : 1997 + A1 : 1998 + A2 : 2001
For the assessment of electromagnetic compatibility, the limits of radio interference for Class B equipment as well as the immunity to interference for operation in industry have been used as a basis.
Affixing the EC conformity mark as from 2002
ROHDE & SCHWARZ GmbH & Co. KG Mühldorfstr. 15, D-81671 München
Munich, 2004-05-04 Central Quality Management FS-QZ / Becker
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R&S FSH Support Center

Support Center

Should you have a n y technical questions conc er n ing this Rohde & Sc h war z product, please contac t t he hotline of Rohde & Schwarz Vertriebs-GmbH, Support Center. Our hotline team will answer your questions and find solutions to your problems. You can reach the hotline Monday through Friday from 8:00 until 17:00 CET. If you need assistance outs ide of fice hour s, p lease lea ve a m essage or send us a fax or e-m ail. W e will contact you as soon as possible.
If you wish to receive the la test ne ws abo ut an d upd at es f or a spec if ic ins tr ument, please send us
a short e-mail indicating the instrument. We will then send you up-to-date information on a regular basis.
Support Center: Telephone: +49 180 512 42 42 Fax: + 49 89 41 29 - 137 77 e-mail: CustomerSupport@rsd.rohde-schwarz.com
USA Customer Support Center: Telephone: 1-888-837-8 77 2 (1-888- T es t-R SA) E-mail: info@rsa.rohde-schwarz.com
R&S FSH Front view
1 Putting into Operation

Front view

RF input N connector
Connector for headphones
Softkey lettering
Softkeys
Function keys
(Alpha-)numeric keypad
External trigger/ external reference input BNC connector
Connector for power sensor
Generator output N connector
Connector for AC power supply
Display
RS-232-C optical interface
Setup key
Status key
Rotary knob
On/off button
Entry keys
Unit keys
Preset key
Cursor keys
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Putting into Operation R&S FSH

Putting into Operation

The following section describes how to put the handheld spectrum analyzer into operation and how to connect external devices, e.g. printers.
Section 2 describes the operation of the spectrum analyzer using simple measurements as examples.

Unpacking the Instrument

The R&S FSH comes in formfitting packaging that consists of upper and lower shells. The two shells are held together by tape.
The packaging contains all accessories supplied.
! Undo the tape to unpack the analyzer.
Upper shell
USB
(RS-232-C)
cable
Power
supply
AC supply plug
(country-specific)
Headphones
! Remove the R&S FSH and the accessories.
CD-ROM
R&S FSH
Quick Start
manual
Lower shell
! Remove the protective foil from the screen.
Note: Each R&S FSH comes with a unique master PIN. Keep the master PIN in a secure place
away from the R&S FSH. If someone enters an incorrect PIN three times in succession, the R&S FSH cannot be used again until the master PIN is entered.
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R&S FSH Putting into Operation

Setting up the Instrument

The Handheld Spectrum Analyzer R&S FSH has been designed for operation in labs as well as for on­site use for service and maintenance applications.
For any application, the R&S FSH can be set up to optimize ease of operation and the viewing angle of the display.
When used as a desktop instrument, the R&S FSH can either be laid flat or it can be propped up using the fold-out support at the back.
The R&S FSH can be laid flat for operation from above. Because the grip is slightly raised at the back, the R&S FSH is tilted forward to give the optimum viewing angle for the display.
For use as a desktop, fold out the support at the rear so that the instrument can easily be operated from the front and the display can be read easily (see Fig.).
For on-site installation and service measurements, it is best to hold the instrument with both hands. All the controls are easy to reach (e.g. with your thumbs). Use the R&S FSH-Z25 carrying bag so that you have both hands free to adjust the DUT. The R&S FSH can be placed in the hanger provided on the open bag for this purpose.
To secure the instrument in place, affix its carrying handle to the front of the carrying bag with the Velcro tape.
The carrying handle at the top of the R&S FSH can also be used to hang it from cabinet doors, for example. The shape of the grip ensures that the instrument does not fall off.
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Putting into Operation R&S FSH

Switching on the Spectrum Analyzer

The R&S FSH can be powered using either the included power supply unit or internal battery. When fully charged, the built-in nickel metal hydride battery provides an operating time of about four hours. On delivery, the battery in the R&S FSH may be flat. Therefore, it must be charged before the R&S FSH can be used. If the instrument is switched off, the charging time is four hours. When the AC power supply is used, the R&S FSH’s battery is charged simultaneously.
Insert the jack plug of the power supply unit into the POWER ADAPTER connector on the right-hand side of the carrying handle so that it locks into position. Then connect the power supply unit to an AC outlet. The voltage range of the power supply unit is 100 V to 240 V.
Caution!
In vehicles, the battery can be charged from the cigarette lighter socket using the Car Adapter R&S FSH-Z21.
Only the supplied power supply unit – the R&S FSH-Z33 – may be used to power the R&S FSH or charge the battery from the AC supply.
Prior to use, make sure that the AC supply voltage is compatible with the voltage specified on the power supply unit. Before inserting the power supply unit into the AC power outlet, attach the appropriate adapter.
Caution!
To switch on the R&S FSH, press the yellow button at the bottom left of the front panel.
To indicate that it is connected to the AC supply, the R&S FSH displays a connector symbol in the middle of the display above the softkey labels.
When the R&S FSH is switched on, it recalls the settings that it was using when it was last switched off.
Note: If the internal battery is completely flat, the R&S FSH cannot be switched on even though it
Operation of the R&S FSH via the cigarette lighter socket while driving or while the engine is on is prohibited. During this time, the R&S FSH must be off.
While the battery of the R&S FSH is being charged via the 12 V Car Adapter R&S FSH-Z21, the car adapter must not be connected to the vehicle's ground (for example, via the RF connector) under any circumstances.
is connected to the AC supply via the power supply unit. In this case, the internal battery must be charged for a while with the instrument switched off. Only then can the instrument be switched on.
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R&S FSH Putting into Operation

Spectrum Analyzer Connectors

The R&S FSH has the following connectors:
RF input
Connect the RF input via a cable with an N connector to the DUT. Make sure that it is not overloaded.
The maximum permissible continuous power at the RF input is 20 dBm (100 mW). It can be loaded with up to 30 dBm (1 W) for a maximum of three minutes. If the instrument is loaded with 1 W for longer, it heats up to such an extent that it may be destroyed.
Caution!
Input for external trigger or external reference (EXT TRIG/EXT REF)
Via the EXT TRIG/EXT REF BNC connector, either an external trigger signal is applied to start a measurement, or a 10 MHz reference signal is applied for frequency synchronization. The trigger thres­old is similar to that of TTL signals. The level for the reference signal must be greater than 10 dBm. Switchover between external trigger input and reference input is via the SETUP key.
DC connector for external power supply (on the right-hand side of the carrying handle).
The DC connector is used to supply the R&S FSH with power from the AC/DC adapter and to charge the R&S FSH internal battery. The input voltage for the instrument must be between 15 V and 20 V. Power consumption is approx. 7 W.
The RF input is AC-coupled. However, the DC input voltage must never exceed the value specified on the housing; otherwise the coupling capacitor at the input may be destroyed and, thus, the input attenuator or mixer as well. The RF input is protected from static discharges and voltage pulses by a combination of limiting circuits and high-voltage arresters.
The battery can also be charged from a cigarette lighter socket in a vehicle. The adapter is available as an R&S FSH accessory (R&S FSH-Z21, order no. 1145.5873.02).
Caution!
Headphones connector (on the left-hand side of the carrying handle).
A 3.5 mm jack is provided for headphones. The internal impedance of the connector is approx. 10 Ω.
RS-232-C optical interface
(on the right-hand side of the R&S FSH, can be accessed by folding out the stand). The RS-232-C optical interface is for connecting a printer or PC. The USB Optical Cable R&S FSH-Z37 (supplied with the R&S FSH) or the RS-232-C Optical Cable R&S FSH-Z34 available as accessory are used to make the connection. The optical connection prevents measurements as a result of interference from these devices.
Use the Serial/Parallel Converter R&S FSH-Z22 for printers with a parallel interface.
Connector for power sensor
The connector has been especially configured for Rohde & Schwarz power sensors. The connector is used to power the sensor and to transfer data via the power sensor’s interface. If the R&S FSH-Z2 (VSWR bridge up to 3 GHz) or R&S FSH-Z3 (VSWR bridge up to 6 GHz) is used, it is controlled by this connector.
While the battery of the R&S FSH is being charged via the 12 V Car Adapter R&S FSH-Z21, the car adapter must not be connected to the vehicle's ground (for example, via the R&S FSH's RF connector or the power sensor) under any circumstances.
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Putting into Operation R&S FSH
Tracking generator output (models 1145.5850.13, 1145.5850.23 and 1145.5850.26 only)
Connect the tracking generator output to the DUT via an N connector. The nominal output level is
-20 dBm (100 µW). With the R&S FSH3 model 1145.5850.23, the level can be switched between
-20 dBm and 0 dBm (1 mW). Up to 3 GHz, the R&S FSH6 model 1145.5850.26 supplies an output level of -10 dBm; above 3 GHz, the level is -20 dBm.
The output is AC-coupled and a voltage that does not exceed the voltage specified on the housing can be fed into the output; if this voltage is exceeded, the output may be destroyed.
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R&S FSH Putting into Operation

Screen Settings

The R&S FSH’s screen is a transflective, passive colour LCD. Indoors, its brightness depends on the intensity of the backlighting. If light irradiation is strong, the ambient light supports readability. The viewing angle can be optimized by adjusting the contrast. To achieve maximum contrast, the screen can be switched from colour display to black-and-white display.
To strike a balance between battery operating time and screen display quality, set backlighting to the minimum brightness needed.
Setting brightness
! Press the SETUP key.
! Press the DISPLAY softkey.
The submenu with the contrast, lighting and colour settings opens.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select LIGHT... and confirm by pressing the DISPLAY softkey
or the ENTER key again.
The BACKLIGHT submenu for the lighting level opens. The level can be set to HIGH, NORMAL and LOW.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select the
setting you want and confirm by pressing the DISPLAY softkey or the ENTER key.
Setting the contrast
! Press the SETUP key.
! Press the DISPLAY softkey.
The submenu with the contrast, lighting and colour settings opens.
! Using the rotary knob or the cursor keys, select CONTRAST... and confirm by pressing the DISPLAY
softkey or the ENTER key again.
The contrast value entry box opens.
! Using the rotary knob, adjust the contrast until
screen legibility is optimal.
When setting the contrast view the display at the same angle that will be used for the application.
! Confirm the entry with the ENTER key or by pressing the DISPLAY softkey again.
The R&S FSH displays the setting in the Display Contrast line in the overview of the setup settings.
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Putting into Operation R&S FSH
Setting the screen color
! Press the SETUP key.
! Press the DISPLAY softkey.
The submenu with the contrast, lighting and colour settings opens.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select TYPE...
and confirm with the ENTER key or by pressing the DISPLAY softkey again.
! In the submenu that opens, select COLOR or
BLACK/WHITE.
! Confirm with the ENTER key or by pressing the DISPLAY softkey again.
The R&S FSH switches to the selected color settings.
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R&S FSH Putting into Operation

Country-Specific Settings

The R&S FSH is “multilingual” and can display text in the language of your choice. The softkey lettering is always in English. The default setting (factory-setting) is also English.
Selection
! Press the SETUP key.
The R&S FSH displays all default settings. The last two lines indicate the current language and the date format.
! Press the LOCAL SETTINGS softkey.
A submenu containing the text LANGUAGE... and DATE FORMAT... and UNIT OF LENGTH... opens. These menus allow you to enter a language and the date format.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select the LANGUAGE... you want from the menu and confirm
with the ENTER key or by pressing the LOCAL SETTINGS softkey again.
The languages available are displayed in a submenu. The selected language is highlighted in red.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select the
language you want.
The originally selected language is highlighted in green. The red bar indicates the new selection.
! Confirm the new selection with the ENTER key or by
pressing the LOCAL SETTINGS softkey.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select DATE FORMAT... from the menu and confirm with the
ENTER key or by pressing the LOCAL SETTINGS softkey again.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select the date format (dd/mm/yyyy or mm/dd/yyyy) and
confirm with the ENTER key.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select UNIT OF LENGTH... from the menu and confirm with the
ENTER key or by pressing the LOCAL SETTINGS softkey again.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select the required unit of length (METER or FEET) and
confirm with the ENTER key.
Note: The unit of length is relevant only with distance-to-fault cable measurements in order to
display the fault distance from the measurement plane.
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Putting into Operation R&S FSH

Setting the Date and Time

The R&S FSH has an internal clock that can apply a date and time stamp, e.g. for output to a printer or stored data records. The user can reset the date and time.
Setting the date
! Press the SETUP key.
! Press the GENERAL softkey.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select DATE...
from the menu and confirm with the ENTER key.
The value entry box above the row of softkey labels is highlighted in red and displays the currently set date in the selected format (dd/mm/yyyy or mm/dd/yyyy). The active value entry field is highlighted in white.
! Depending on the date format, change the day (dd)
or month (mm) by using the rotary knob, cursor keys or a numeric entry and confirm with the ENTER key.
After the entry, the cursor automatically moves to the second field in the date (day or month, depending on the date format). Proceed with the next two fields as with the first.
After the last data block has been entered, the R&S FSH verifies the validity of the entered date. If the date is not valid, the R&S FSH sets the next valid date.
Setting the time
! Press the SETUP key.
! Press the GENERAL softkey.
! Using the rotary knob or cursor keys, select TIME...
from the menu and confirm with the ENTER key.
The value entry box above the row of softkey labels is highlighted in red and displays the currently set time in hours:minutes format. The hours display is highlighted in white to enter a new value.
! Change the hours with the rotary knob, cursor keys
or numeric entry and confirm with the ENTER key.
After entry, the cursor automatically goes to the minutes display. The entry is the same as for the hours display.
After the minutes have been entered, the R&S FSH verifies the validity of the entered time. If the time is not valid, the R&S FSH sets the next valid time.
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R&S FSH Charging the Battery

Charging the Battery

The R&S FSH is fitted with a nickel metal hydride battery. The operating time is approx. four hours at room temperature if the battery is fully charged.
Note: The battery in the R&S FSH is not charged when it leaves the factory. It must therefore be
charged after delivery.
When stored over an extended period, self-discharging reduces the battery charge. The battery should therefore be charged before use if it is going to be the sole power source for a long period of operation.
The charging status of the battery is displayed by a symbol that looks like a battery in the middle of the screen above the row of softkey labels. If the battery is fully charged, the entire battery symbol is white. As the battery discharges, the white coloring disappears in five steps until just the battery outline indicates that the battery is flat.
The battery is charged via the included power supply unit, which is connected to the jack on the right­hand side of the carrying handle.
If required, equip the power supply unit with the country-specific plug. Remove the plug from the power supply unit toward the front and firmly connect the appropriate plug to the power supply unit.
Battery charge-level symbol
DC power jack
Power supply
AC supply plug
For rapid charging, be sure to switch off the R&S FSH during charging. The charging time is approx. four hours.
If the R&S FSH is switched on, the charging current for the battery is reduced by the current drain of the R&S FSH, which means the battery might not be charged.
To prevent the battery from discharging unnecessarily, the R&S FSH has an automatic cut-off or auto power down mode that is activated if no entry is made for a definable period of time (5 minutes or 30 minutes).
The auto power down mode is deactivated in the default setting.
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