Rohde&Schwarz R&S®QAR50 getting started Getting started

R&S®QAR50 Radome Tester Getting Started
1179498602 Version 02
This document describes the following R&S®QAR50 models and options:
R&S®QAR50 (1343.0099K02/03)
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Trade names are trademarks of the owners.
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Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol, e.g. R&S®QAR50 is indicated as
R&S QAR50.
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Contents

Contents
1 Safety and regulatory information........................................................5
1.1 Safety instructions........................................................................................................5
1.2 Labels on the product...................................................................................................7
1.3 Warning messages in the documentation.................................................................. 8
1.4 Korea certification class A........................................................................................... 8
2 Documentation overview.......................................................................9
3 Welcome............................................................................................... 10
4 Preparing for use..................................................................................11
4.1 Choosing the operating site.......................................................................................11
4.2 Unpacking and checking............................................................................................ 11
4.3 Installing the R&S QAR50.......................................................................................... 14
4.4 Considerations for test setup.................................................................................... 19
4.5 Connecting the R&S QAR50...................................................................................... 20
4.6 Switching on or off......................................................................................................21
4.7 Operating system........................................................................................................21
5 Instrument tour.....................................................................................23
5.1 System overview......................................................................................................... 23
5.1.1 Connector board........................................................................................................... 24
5.1.2 Antenna cluster............................................................................................................. 25
5.1.3 Absorbers......................................................................................................................25
5.1.4 Mounting rail for the verification kit................................................................................25
5.1.5 Calibration sphere......................................................................................................... 25
5.1.6 Supporting feet..............................................................................................................26
5.1.7 Mounting holes..............................................................................................................26
5.2 Connectors and labels................................................................................................26
5.2.1 AC power supply........................................................................................................... 27
5.2.2 Power button................................................................................................................. 28
5.2.3 LAN interface................................................................................................................ 28
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5.2.4 USB ports......................................................................................................................28
5.2.5 DisplayPort connector................................................................................................... 29
5.2.6 Device ID.......................................................................................................................29
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Safety and regulatory information
Safety instructions

1 Safety and regulatory information

The product documentation helps you use the product safely and efficiently. Follow the instructions provided here and in the following chapters.
Intended use
The product is intended for the development, production and verification of electronic components and devices in industrial, administrative, and laboratory environments. Use the product only for its designated purpose. Observe the operating conditions and performance limits stated in the data sheet.
Where do I find safety information?
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you of potential dan­gers and gives instructions on how to prevent personal injury or damage caused by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
In Chapter 1.1, "Safety instructions", on page 5. The same information is provi­ded in many languages as printed "Safety Instructions". The printed "Safety Instructions" are delivered with the product.
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, carrying and installing the product
The product is heavy and must be installed and set up by trained staff. Always use appropriate lifting equipment when you lift or carry the product, like a forklift when the R&S QAR50 is still packed in its original box or a crane when it is unpacked.
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Safety and regulatory information
Safety instructions
Lifting and carrying heavy items can cause structural or muscular injuries. Heavy items can also cause other physical injuries like crushed body parts when they fall or tip over.
Because of its weight, at least two strong people are required to move or install the R&S QAR50. During the installation, make sure that the installation site is only accessi­ble to people working on the installation.
During transport, installation or repair, wear appropriate protective clothing that com­plies with your local rules and regulations. If you are unsure of which equipment to use, ask your safety inspector.
We recommend to wear:
Safety shoes with toe cap and ESD protection.
Protective gloves
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.
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.
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.
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.
If the product needs an external power supply, use the power supply that is deliv­ered with the product or that is recommended in the product documentation or a power supply that conforms to the country-specific regulations.
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Labels on the product
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.
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.
Heavy product
Be careful when lifting, moving or carrying the product. Carrying the product requires a suffi­cient number of persons or transport equipment.
Electrical hazard
Indicates live parts. Risk of electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death.
Hot surface
Do not touch. Risk of skin burns. Risk of fire.
Protective conductor terminal
Connect this terminal to a grounded external conductor or to protective ground. This connec­tion protects you against electric shock if an electric problem occurs.

1.2 Labels on the product

Labels on the casing inform about:
Personal safety, see "Meaning of safety labels" on page 7
Product and environment safety, see Table 1-1
Device information is provided on a sticker attached to the connector board. For details, see Chapter 5.2.6, "Device ID", on page 29.
Table 1-1: Labels regarding product and environment safety
Labeling in line with EN 50419 for disposal of electrical and electronic equipment after the prod­uct has come to the end of its service life.
For more information, see the user manual.
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1.3 Warning messages in the documentation

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.
WARNING
Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
CAUTION
Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
NOTICE
Potential risks of damage. Could result in damage to the supported product or to other property.

1.4 Korea certification class A

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Documentation overview

2 Documentation overview

The user documentation for the R&S QAR50 consists of several documents.
Getting started
Introduces the R&S QAR50 and describes how to set up and start working with the product. A printed version is included in the delivery.
User manual
Contains a description of the R&S QAR50 system, including the features available in the R&S QAR50 application.
A digital version of the user manual in html format is available in the measurement application.
Safety instructions
Contains safety instructions, operating conditions and further important information. The printed safety instructions are part of the delivery.
Data sheet and brochure
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S QAR50, its options and accessories.
The brochure provides an overview of the R&S QAR50 and its characteristics.
Open-source acknowledgment (OSA)
The open-source acknowledgment documents provide verbatim license texts of the used open source software.
The OSAs is available in the measurement application ("Info" > "Open Source Acknowledgement") and on the SSD in the folder C:\OpenSourceAgreement.
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