R&S®SMM100A
Vector Signal Generator
User Manual
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1179134102
Version 05
This document describes the R&S®SMM100A, stock no. 1440.8002.02 and its options:
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R&S®SMM-B1006/-B1007/-B1012/-B1020/-B1031/-B1044/-B1044N
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R&S®SMM-B9
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R&S®SMM-B90
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R&S®SMM-B93
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R&S®SMM-K17
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R&S®SMM-K22/-K23/-K24
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R&S®SMM-K62
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R&S®SMM-K80
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R&S®SMM-K200
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R&S®SMM-K511/-K512/-K513
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R&S®SMM-K520
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R&S®SMM-K523/-K524/-K525
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R&S®SMM-K540
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R&S®SMM-K541
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R&S®SMM-K544
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R&S®SMM-K553
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R&S®SMM-K703
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R&S®SMM-K704
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R&S®SMM-K720
This manual describes firmware version FW 5.00.166.xx and later of the R&S®SMM100A.
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1179.1341.02 | Version 05 | R&S®SMM100A
Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol , e.g. R&S®SMM100A is indicated as
R&S SMM. Linux® is abbreviated as Linux.
R&S®SMM100A
1 Welcome............................................................................................... 17
1.1 Key features.................................................................................................................17
1.2 What's new...................................................................................................................17
1.3 Documentation overview............................................................................................17
1.3.1 Getting started manual..................................................................................................18
1.3.2 User manuals and help................................................................................................. 18
1.3.3 Service manual............................................................................................................. 18
1.3.4 Instrument security procedures.....................................................................................18
1.3.5 Printed safety instructions............................................................................................. 18
1.3.6 Data sheets and brochures........................................................................................... 19
1.3.7 Release notes and open source acknowledgment (OSA)............................................ 19
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1.3.8 Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc.................................................19
2 Safety and regulatory information......................................................20
2.1 Safety instructions......................................................................................................20
2.2 Labels on R&S SMM100A...........................................................................................22
2.3 Warning messages in the documentation................................................................ 23
3 Getting started......................................................................................24
3.1 Preparing for use........................................................................................................ 24
3.1.1 Lifting and carrying........................................................................................................24
3.1.2 Unpacking and checking............................................................................................... 24
3.1.3 Choosing the operating site.......................................................................................... 24
3.1.4 Setting up the R&S SMM100A......................................................................................25
3.1.5 Considerations for test setup........................................................................................ 27
3.1.6 Connecting to power..................................................................................................... 28
3.1.7 Connecting to LAN........................................................................................................ 28
3.1.8 Connecting USB devices.............................................................................................. 29
3.1.9 Connecting to RF.......................................................................................................... 30
3.1.10 Connecting to LO In/Out............................................................................................... 31
3.1.11 Connecting to Ref In/Ref Out........................................................................................ 32
3.1.12 Connecting to HS Dig I/Q..............................................................................................32
3.1.13 Switching on or off.........................................................................................................33
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3.2 Instrument tour............................................................................................................34
3.2.1 Front panel tour.............................................................................................................34
3.2.2 Rear panel tour............................................................................................................. 41
3.3 Trying out the instrument...........................................................................................46
3.3.1 Generating an unmodulated carrier.............................................................................. 47
3.3.2 Generating a digitally modulated signal........................................................................ 50
3.3.3 Triggering the instrument with an external signal..........................................................52
3.3.4 Enabling and configuring a marker signal..................................................................... 57
3.3.5 Verifying the generated signal with the graphics display...............................................58
3.3.6 Saving and recalling settings........................................................................................ 61
3.3.7 Generating an EUTRA/LTE signal.................................................................................64
3.4 System overview......................................................................................................... 67
3.4.1 Brief introduction to the instrument's concept............................................................... 67
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3.4.2 Signal flow at a glance.................................................................................................. 67
3.4.3 Internal baseband source ("Baseband" block).............................................................. 68
3.4.4 Digital baseband input ("BB input"Block)...................................................................... 69
3.4.5 Additional white gaussian noise ("AWGN" block)..........................................................69
3.4.6 "I/Q stream mapper" block............................................................................................ 69
3.4.7 I/Q modulator ("I/Q mod" block).................................................................................... 69
3.4.8 Analog I/Q output ("I/Q analog" block).......................................................................... 69
3.4.9 RF and analog modulations ("RF" block)...................................................................... 70
3.4.10 Applications examples of the R&S SMM100A.............................................................. 70
3.5 Instrument control...................................................................................................... 70
3.5.1 Possible ways to operate the instrument...................................................................... 71
3.5.2 Means of manual interaction......................................................................................... 71
3.5.3 Understanding the display information..........................................................................72
3.5.4 Accessing the functionality............................................................................................77
3.5.5 Entering data.................................................................................................................78
3.5.6 Getting information and help......................................................................................... 79
3.5.7 Remote control..............................................................................................................81
3.5.8 Remote operation over VNC......................................................................................... 81
4 Configuring the internal baseband source........................................83
4.1 Overview of the signal generation modes................................................................ 83
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4.2 Accessing the functions in the baseband domain.................................................. 84
4.3 Generating signals according to digital standards................................................. 85
4.4 Common functions and settings in the baseband domain..................................... 87
4.4.1 Basics on signals, modulation types and filters.............................................................88
4.4.2 Common settings........................................................................................................ 108
4.5 Generating custom digital modulated signals....................................................... 115
4.5.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 115
4.5.2 About the custom digital modulation............................................................................115
4.5.3 Custom digital modulation settings..............................................................................115
4.5.4 How to create data and control lists............................................................................ 134
4.5.5 References..................................................................................................................137
4.6 Using the arbitrary waveform generator (ARB)......................................................147
4.6.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 147
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4.6.2 About ARB.................................................................................................................. 148
4.6.3 ARB settings............................................................................................................... 152
4.6.4 How to create, generate and play waveform files....................................................... 162
4.6.5 Tags for waveforms, data and control lists.................................................................. 177
4.7 Generating notched signals.....................................................................................194
4.7.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 194
4.7.2 About the notch filters................................................................................................. 194
4.7.3 Notch filter settings......................................................................................................195
4.7.4 AWGN test signal........................................................................................................198
4.8 Reducing the crest factor.........................................................................................200
4.9 Generating multi-segment waveform files..............................................................200
4.9.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 200
4.9.2 About the multi-segment waveforms...........................................................................200
4.9.3 Multi-segment settings................................................................................................ 206
4.9.4 How to create and work with multi-segment waveform files....................................... 222
4.9.5 Reference to triggering of multi-segment waveforms..................................................227
4.10 Generating multi-carrier signals..............................................................................230
4.10.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 231
4.10.2 About the multi-carrier waveforms.............................................................................. 231
4.10.3 Multi-carrier settings....................................................................................................233
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4.10.4 How to use the multi-carrier function...........................................................................245
4.11 Generating multi-carrier continuous wave signal..................................................247
4.11.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 248
4.11.2 About the MCCW........................................................................................................ 248
4.11.3 MCCW settings........................................................................................................... 248
4.11.4 How to use the multi-carrier continuous wave function...............................................255
4.11.5 References..................................................................................................................256
4.12 Shifting and boosting the baseband signal............................................................257
4.12.1 About baseband offsets...............................................................................................257
4.12.2 Baseband offsets settings........................................................................................... 259
4.12.3 How to improve signal characteristics by shifting the baseband signal...................... 260
5 Adding noise and predistortions, and impairing the signal.......... 262
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5.1 Adding noise to the signal....................................................................................... 262
5.1.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 262
5.1.2 About the AWGN generator........................................................................................ 262
5.1.3 AWGN block................................................................................................................266
5.1.4 AWGN settings............................................................................................................267
5.1.5 How to configure the noise generator for receiver tests..............................................274
5.2 Impairing the signal.................................................................................................. 276
5.2.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 276
5.2.2 About the linear I/Q impairments.................................................................................276
5.2.3 Analog and digital impairments settings......................................................................278
5.2.4 How to optimize the carrier leakage and sidebands suppression............................... 282
5.3 Frequency response correction.............................................................................. 283
5.4 Applying digital predistortion.................................................................................. 283
6 Applying I/Q vector modulation........................................................284
6.1 Required options.......................................................................................................284
6.2 About the I/Q modulator........................................................................................... 284
6.3 I/Q modulator settings.............................................................................................. 285
6.4 Frequency response settings.................................................................................. 289
6.5 Optimizing I/Q modulation performance.................................................................292
7 Configuring the RF signal................................................................. 294
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7.1 Required options.......................................................................................................295
7.2 How to access the RF settings................................................................................ 295
7.3 How to activate the RF signal output...................................................................... 295
7.4 How to set the frequency and level......................................................................... 296
7.5 RF frequency settings.............................................................................................. 297
7.6 RF phase settings..................................................................................................... 299
7.7 RF level settings........................................................................................................300
7.8 Local oscillator coupling..........................................................................................305
7.8.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 306
7.8.2 Phase coherence........................................................................................................ 306
7.8.3 LO coupling settings....................................................................................................307
7.8.4 How to configure cascaded instruments..................................................................... 308
7.9 Reference oscillator.................................................................................................. 311
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7.9.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 311
7.9.2 Reference frequency settings..................................................................................... 312
7.9.3 Reference output settings........................................................................................... 314
7.9.4 Adjustment settings.....................................................................................................316
7.9.5 Using the reference frequency for instruments synchronization................................. 316
7.10 Varying the RF signal in list or sweep mode..........................................................319
7.10.1 Signal generation and triggering in the sweep and list modes....................................321
7.10.2 About sweep mode..................................................................................................... 329
7.10.3 About list mode........................................................................................................... 332
7.10.4 Significant parameters and functions.......................................................................... 334
7.10.5 Sweep mode settings..................................................................................................336
7.10.6 List mode settings....................................................................................................... 345
7.10.7 List editor.....................................................................................................................351
7.10.8 How to generate a signal in list or sweep mode..........................................................355
7.11 Analog modulations..................................................................................................357
7.11.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 357
7.11.2 Modulation signals...................................................................................................... 357
7.11.3 Activating analog modulations.................................................................................... 361
7.11.4 Modulation settings..................................................................................................... 362
7.11.5 How to generate a modulated signal...........................................................................385
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7.12 Improving level performance................................................................................... 386
7.12.1 Attenuator....................................................................................................................387
7.12.2 ALC - automatic level control...................................................................................... 390
7.12.3 User correction............................................................................................................394
7.12.4 Using power sensors...................................................................................................405
7.12.5 How to calibrate the power level with an R&S NRP power sensor............................. 417
8 Monitoring signal characteristics.....................................................421
8.1 Displaying baseband signal characteristics in real-time...................................... 421
8.1.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 421
8.1.2 About the graphical signal display...............................................................................421
8.1.3 Graphics configuration settings...................................................................................428
8.1.4 Graphical signal display settings.................................................................................432
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8.1.5 How to verify the generated signal with the graphics display......................................434
9 Multi-instrument setups.................................................................... 441
9.1 Synchronizing instruments......................................................................................441
9.2 Generating time-aligned baseband signals............................................................441
9.2.1 Connecting multiple instruments in primary-secondary instrument mode...................442
9.2.2 Triggering several instruments with a common trigger signal..................................... 447
9.3 Control and operation of external instruments......................................................448
9.3.1 Prerequisites for control of external instruments from the R&S SMM100A................ 448
9.3.2 Test setups.................................................................................................................. 449
9.3.3 Control of connected R&S SZU.................................................................................. 449
9.3.4 Overview of the input and output signals and interfaces.............................................449
9.3.5 Further information......................................................................................................455
9.4 System configuration settings.................................................................................455
9.4.1 I/Q stream mapper settings.........................................................................................455
9.4.2 External RF and I/Q settings....................................................................................... 456
9.4.3 Overview..................................................................................................................... 469
9.5 Digital baseband input settings...............................................................................470
9.5.1 General settings.......................................................................................................... 472
9.5.2 Signal input settings.................................................................................................... 473
9.6 I/Q analog output settings........................................................................................476
9.6.1 General analog I/Q output settings............................................................................. 478
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10 File and data management................................................................483
10.1 About the file system................................................................................................483
10.2 Restoring the (default) instrument configuration.................................................. 486
10.2.1 Preset, set to default and factory preset settings........................................................ 488
10.2.2 How to identify parameters which are not in a preset state........................................ 489
10.2.3 How to recall user settings automatically after preset.................................................490
10.2.4 Reference....................................................................................................................490
10.3 Protecting data.......................................................................................................... 492
10.4 Saving and recalling instrument settings...............................................................493
10.4.1 Save/recall settings..................................................................................................... 493
10.4.2 How to save and recall instrument settings.................................................................497
10.4.3 How to recall the settings of a firmware option........................................................... 498
10.5 Accessing files with user data.................................................................................498
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10.5.1 File select settings.......................................................................................................499
10.5.2 How to create and access data and control lists.........................................................501
10.6 Exporting and importing remote command lists................................................... 502
10.7 Loading, importing and exporting lists...................................................................502
10.8 Using the file manager..............................................................................................503
10.8.1 File manager settings..................................................................................................504
10.8.2 Map network share settings........................................................................................ 505
10.8.3 How to display all saved files...................................................................................... 507
10.8.4 How to map a network folder...................................................................................... 507
10.9 How to transfer files from and to the instrument...................................................509
10.9.1 Removing file system protection................................................................................. 510
10.9.2 Accessing the file system of the R&S SMM100A via FTP...........................................511
10.9.3 Accessing the R&S SMM100A file system via SMB (Samba).................................... 512
10.9.4 Using a USB storage device for file transfer............................................................... 514
10.9.5 Using a file server for test files exchange................................................................... 514
10.10 Creating screenshots of current settings...............................................................515
10.10.1 Hardcopy settings....................................................................................................... 515
10.10.2 How to save a hardcopy of the display....................................................................... 519
11 General instrument functions........................................................... 522
11.1 Customizing the user interface................................................................................522
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11.1.1 Display and keyboard settings.................................................................................... 523
11.1.2 Appearance settings................................................................................................... 524
11.1.3 Display update settings............................................................................................... 525
11.1.4 Defining the RF signal state on power on................................................................... 525
11.1.5 How to set the initial instrument settings.....................................................................526
11.2 Configuring local and global connectors............................................................... 527
11.2.1 Required options......................................................................................................... 528
11.2.2 About local and global connectors.............................................................................. 528
11.2.3 Trigger marker clock settings...................................................................................... 531
11.2.4 RF connectors settings............................................................................................... 533
11.2.5 Global connectors settings..........................................................................................534
11.2.6 Local connectors settings............................................................................................539
11.2.7 How to enable signals and perform signal to connector mapping...............................541
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11.3 Organizing frequently used settings as favorites..................................................542
11.3.1 User menu settings..................................................................................................... 543
11.3.2 How to use the user menu for fast adjustments..........................................................544
11.3.3 Define user key actions settings................................................................................. 546
11.3.4 How to assign actions to the [★ (User)] key................................................................547
11.4 Managing licenses and license keys.......................................................................549
11.4.1 Manage license keys settings..................................................................................... 550
11.4.2 Using the license server..............................................................................................556
11.4.3 How to occupy or extend a license............................................................................. 558
11.4.4 How to move a portable license.................................................................................. 560
11.5 Using the security settings...................................................................................... 562
11.5.1 Protection level settings.............................................................................................. 563
11.5.2 Setting security parameters........................................................................................ 564
11.5.3 Configuring LAN services............................................................................................569
11.5.4 Password management.............................................................................................. 571
11.5.5 How to prevent unauthorized access.......................................................................... 574
11.6 Undoing or restoring actions...................................................................................577
11.7 Shutting down and rebooting the instrument........................................................ 578
12 Network operation and remote control............................................ 579
12.1 Overview of remote access modes......................................................................... 580
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12.2 Remote control interfaces and protocols............................................................... 581
12.2.1 LAN interface.............................................................................................................. 582
12.2.2 USB interface.............................................................................................................. 584
12.2.3 GPIB interface (IEC/IEEE bus interface).....................................................................585
12.2.4 LXI browser interface.................................................................................................. 586
12.3 Remote control programs and libraries..................................................................586
12.4 Status reporting system........................................................................................... 589
12.4.1 Hierarchy of the status registers................................................................................. 589
12.4.2 Structure of a SCPI status register..............................................................................591
12.4.3 Status byte (STB) and service request enable register (SRE)....................................593
12.4.4 Event status register (ESR) and event status enable register (ESE)..........................594
12.4.5 Questionable status register (STATus:QUEStionable)................................................595
12.4.6 Operation status register (STATus:OPERation)..........................................................595
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12.4.7 Application of the status reporting system.................................................................. 595
12.4.8 Reset values of the status reporting system............................................................... 597
12.5 Remote access settings........................................................................................... 598
12.5.1 Network settings..........................................................................................................598
12.5.2 VISA resource strings................................................................................................. 601
12.5.3 GPIB address settings................................................................................................ 603
12.5.4 RS232 settings............................................................................................................603
12.5.5 Instrument emulations settings................................................................................... 604
12.5.6 Remote connections settings...................................................................................... 606
12.5.7 HUMS settings............................................................................................................ 607
12.5.8 HUMS enhanced settings........................................................................................... 609
12.5.9 QR code...................................................................................................................... 610
12.6 LXI settings................................................................................................................ 611
12.6.1 LXI status settings....................................................................................................... 611
12.6.2 LXI browser settings....................................................................................................612
12.7 Connecting the instrument to the network (LAN).................................................. 619
12.7.1 How to enable access via LAN................................................................................... 619
12.7.2 How to activate LAN services..................................................................................... 620
12.7.3 How to connect to LAN............................................................................................... 620
12.7.4 How to assign the IP address..................................................................................... 620
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12.7.5 How to use computer names (hostnames)................................................................. 621
12.8 Controlling the R&S SMM100A remotely................................................................ 622
12.8.1 How to find the VISA resource string.......................................................................... 623
12.8.2 How to change the GPIB instrument address............................................................. 623
12.8.3 Establishing a remote control connection over the LXI browser interface.................. 624
12.8.4 Establishing a remote control connection over LAN using VXI-11 protocol................ 624
12.8.5 Establishing a remote control connection over LAN using socket communication..... 629
12.8.6 Setting up a remote control connection over GPIB..................................................... 631
12.8.7 Setting up a remote control connection over USB...................................................... 632
12.8.8 How to trace messages with the LXI web browser interface.......................................632
12.8.9 How to return to manual operation..............................................................................633
12.9 Automating tasks with remote command scripts.................................................. 633
12.9.1 Show SCPI command................................................................................................. 636
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12.9.2 Displaying an SCPI list................................................................................................636
12.9.3 SCPI recording export settings................................................................................... 637
12.9.4 How to record / create SCPI lists................................................................................ 639
12.9.5 How to convert and save SCPI lists............................................................................ 642
12.9.6 How to find out the SCPI commands for GUI functions.............................................. 643
12.10 Operating the R&S SMM100A remotely using VNC............................................... 643
12.10.1 How to enable the VNC service.................................................................................. 644
12.10.2 How to set up remote operation from a desktop system.............................................644
12.10.3 How to set up remote operation from a smart device................................................. 646
12.11 References.................................................................................................................649
12.11.1 LXI functionality...........................................................................................................649
12.11.2 Code generator templates...........................................................................................650
12.11.3 Remote control states................................................................................................. 652
13 Remote control commands...............................................................653
13.1 Conventions used in SCPI command descriptions............................................... 653
13.2 Programming examples........................................................................................... 654
13.3 Common commands.................................................................................................654
13.4 Preset commands..................................................................................................... 659
13.5 MMEMory subsystem............................................................................................... 660
13.5.1 File naming conventions............................................................................................. 661
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13.5.2 Accessing files in the default or in a specified directory..............................................662
13.5.3 Programming examples.............................................................................................. 663
13.5.4 Remote control commands......................................................................................... 665
13.6 CALibration subsystem............................................................................................673
13.7 DIAGnostic subsystem.............................................................................................677
13.8 HUMS remote control commands........................................................................... 680
13.9 DISPlay subsystem................................................................................................... 684
13.10 FORMat subsystem...................................................................................................688
13.11 HCOPy subsystem....................................................................................................690
13.11.1 Hard copy settings...................................................................................................... 691
13.11.2 Automatic naming....................................................................................................... 692
13.12 KBOard subsystem...................................................................................................695
13.13 OUTPut subsystem................................................................................................... 695
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13.14 SENSe, READ, INITiate and SLISt subsystems......................................................699
13.15 SCONfiguration subsystem..................................................................................... 713
13.15.1 Multi instrument configuration..................................................................................... 716
13.15.2 I/Q stream mapping.....................................................................................................717
13.15.3 External RF and I/Q instruments.................................................................................718
13.16 SOURce subsystem.................................................................................................. 731
13.16.1 Connector settings...................................................................................................... 731
13.16.2 SOURce:BBIN subsystem.......................................................................................... 739
13.16.3 Analog modulation subsystems.................................................................................. 747
13.16.4 SOURce:BB subsystem.............................................................................................. 767
13.16.5 SOURce:CORRection subsystem...............................................................................875
13.16.6 SOURce:FREQuency subsystem............................................................................... 885
13.16.7 SOURce:INPut subsystem..........................................................................................894
13.16.8 SOURce:IQ subsystem............................................................................................... 895
13.16.9 SOURce:IQ:OUTPut subsystem................................................................................. 898
13.16.10 SOURce:LFOutput subsystem....................................................................................902
13.16.11 SOURce:LIST subsystem........................................................................................... 914
13.16.12 SOURce:NOISe subsystem........................................................................................ 927
13.16.13 SOURce:OCCupy subsystem..................................................................................... 929
13.16.14 SOURce:PGEN subsystem.........................................................................................931
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13.16.15 SOURce:PHASe subsystem....................................................................................... 933
13.16.16 SOURce:POWer subsystem....................................................................................... 934
13.16.17 SOURce:ROSCillator subsystem................................................................................944
13.16.18 SOURce:SWEep subsystem.......................................................................................949
13.17 SYSTem subsystem.................................................................................................. 960
13.18 STATus subsystem....................................................................................................985
13.19 TEST subsystem....................................................................................................... 989
13.20 TRIGger subsystem.................................................................................................. 994
13.21 UNIT subsystem........................................................................................................ 997
14 Troubleshooting and notifications................................................... 999
14.1 Notifications.............................................................................................................. 999
14.1.1 Volatile notifications.....................................................................................................999
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14.1.2 Permanent notifications...............................................................................................999
14.2 SCPI notifications................................................................................................... 1000
14.3 Device-specific notifications..................................................................................1000
14.4 Querying notifications............................................................................................ 1002
14.5 Resolving network connection failures................................................................ 1003
14.6 Measuring USB cable quality.................................................................................1004
14.7 Requesting instrument configuration and specifications...................................1004
14.7.1 Hardware configuration settings................................................................................1005
14.7.2 Versions/options settings.......................................................................................... 1006
14.7.3 How to query instrument configuration......................................................................1008
14.7.4 How to request the data sheet.................................................................................. 1009
14.8 Collecting information for technical support....................................................... 1009
14.9 Contacting customer support................................................................................1010
15 Transporting.....................................................................................1012
16 Maintenance, storage and disposal............................................... 1013
16.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................... 1013
16.2 Storage.....................................................................................................................1013
16.3 Performing maintenance tasks..............................................................................1013
16.3.1 Date and time............................................................................................................1014
16.3.2 Check front panel...................................................................................................... 1016
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16.3.3 Internal adjustments..................................................................................................1021
16.3.4 Selftest...................................................................................................................... 1025
16.3.5 FPGA/uC update settings......................................................................................... 1029
16.4 Disposal................................................................................................................... 1029
A Reference information for remote control..................................... 1030
A.1 Telnet program examples.......................................................................................1030
A.2 Extensions for user files........................................................................................ 1035
A.3 Hardware interfaces................................................................................................1035
A.3.1 GPIB-Bus interface................................................................................................... 1036
B Unit shortcuts...................................................................................1038
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Annex................................................................................................ 1030
Glossary: List of the often used terms and abbreviations...........1040
List of commands............................................................................ 1045
Index..................................................................................................1066
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1 Welcome
1.1 Key features
Welcome
Documentation overview
The R&S SMM100A is a new signal generator developed to meet demanding customer
requirements. Offering excellent signal characteristic and straightforward and intuitive
operation, the signal generator makes signal generation fast and easy.
Outstanding key features of the R&S SMM100A are:
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Frequency range from 100 kHz to 44 GHz
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Up to 1 GHz I/Q modulation bandwidth (in RF) with internal baseband
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Support of all important digital standards such as 5G New Radio, LTE (up to
Release 15), 3GPP FDD/HSPA/HSPA+, GSM/EDGE/EDGE Evolution, WLAN IEEE
802.11a/b/g/n, DVB-S2/DVB-S2X, LoRa
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Excellent signal quality for high accuracy in spectral and modulation measurements
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Intuitive operation via touchscreen with block diagram as key element
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Graphical signal monitoring at practically every point in the signal flow
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SCPI macro recorder and code generator for generating executable remote control
code from manual operating steps (for MATLAB®, CVI, etc.)
For more information, see data sheet.
1.2 What's new
This manual describes firmware version FW 5.00.166.xx and later of the
R&S®SMM100A.
Compared to the previous version, it provides the new features listed below:
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Filter names standardized for baseband filters root cosine (RC) and root-raised
cosine (RRC), see Chapter 4.5.5.2, "Predefined baseband filters", on page 142.
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HUMS enhanced settings, see Chapter 12.5.8, "HUMS enhanced settings",
on page 609.
1.3 Documentation overview
This section provides an overview of the R&S SMM100A user documentation. Unless
specified otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S SMM100A product page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/smm100a
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1.3.1 Getting started manual
1.3.2 User manuals and help
Welcome
Documentation overview
Introduces the R&S SMM100A 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.
Separate manuals for the base unit and the software options are provided for download:
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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.
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Software option manual
Contains the description of the specific functions of an option. Basic information on
operating the R&S SMM100A is not included.
The contents of the user manuals are available as help in the R&S SMM100A. The
help offers quick, context-sensitive access to the complete information for the base unit
and the software options.
All user manuals are also available for download or for immediate display on the Internet.
1.3.3 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
1.3.4 Instrument security procedures
Deals with security issues when working with the R&S SMM100A in secure areas. It is
available for download on the Internet.
1.3.5 Printed safety instructions
Provides safety information in many languages. The printed document is delivered with
the product.
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1.3.6 Data sheets and brochures
1.3.7 Release notes and open source acknowledgment (OSA)
Welcome
Documentation overview
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S SMM100A. It also lists
the options 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/smm100a
The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the current
firmware version, and describe the firmware installation.
The open-source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the
used open source software.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/smm100a
1.3.8 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/smm100a
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2 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:
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In Chapter 2.1, "Safety instructions", on page 20. The same information is provided in many languages as printed "Safety Instructions". The printed "Safety
Instructions" are delivered with the product.
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Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to
take care during setup or operation.
2.1 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 product is heavy. Do not move or carry the product by yourself. A single person
can only carry a maximum of 18 kg safely depending on age, gender and physical condition. Look up the maximum weight in the data sheet. Use the product handles to
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Safety instructions
move or carry the product. Do not lift by the accessories mounted on the product.
Accessories are not designed to carry the weight of the product.
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.
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:
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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.
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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.
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Labels on R&S
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Only use intact cables and route them carefully so that they cannot be damaged.
SMM100A
Check the power cables regularly to ensure that they are undamaged. Also ensure
that nobody can trip over loose cables.
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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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Only connect the product to a power source with a fuse protection of maximum
20 A.
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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 suffi-
cient 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 connec-
tion protects you against electric shock if an electric problem occurs.
2.2 Labels on R&S SMM100A
Labels on the casing inform about:
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Personal safety, see "Connecting to power" on page 21.
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Product and environment safety, see Table 2-1.
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Identification of the product, see the serial number on the rear panel.
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2.3 Warning messages in the documentation
Safety and regulatory information
Warning messages in the documentation
Table 2-1: Labels regarding R&S SMM100A 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 Chapter 16.4, "Disposal",
on page 1029.
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.
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3 Getting started
3.1 Preparing for use
3.1.1 Lifting and carrying
Getting started
Preparing for use
Here, you can find basic information about setting up the product for the first time.
WARNING! The R&S SMM100A can be heavy, e.g., if fully equipped. Use a lifting
►
equipment, see also "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 20.
Use the carrying handles at the side for lifting and carrying the R&S SMM100A.
The handles at the front are only for pushing and pulling the instrument when
mounting in a rack, see Chapter 3.1.4.2, "Mounting the R&S SMM100A in a rack",
on page 26.
3.1.2 Unpacking and checking
1. Unpack the R&S SMM100A carefully.
2. Retain the original packing material. Use it to protect the control elements and connectors when transporting or shipping the R&S SMM100A later.
See also Chapter 15, "Transporting", on page 1012.
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.
3.1.3 Choosing the operating site
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 21.
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
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3.1.4 Setting up the R&S SMM100A
3.1.4.1 Placing the R&S SMM100A on a bench top
Getting started
Preparing for use
– Environments that are directly connected to a low-voltage supply network that
supplies residential buildings
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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.
See also:
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"Setting up the product" on page 21
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"Intended use" on page 20
To place the product on a bench top
1. Place the product on a stable, flat and level surface. Ensure that the surface can
support the weight of the product. For information on the weight, see the data
sheet.
CAUTION! Foldable feet can collapse. See "Setting up the product" on page 21.
2.
Always fold the feet completely in or out. With folded-out feet, do not place any-
thing on top or underneath the product.
WARNING! A stack of products can fall over and cause injury. Never stack more
3.
than three products on top of each other. Instead, mount them in a rack.
Stack as follows:
● If the products have foldable feet, fold them in completely.
● It is best if all products have the same dimensions (width and length). If the
products have different dimensions, stack according to size and place the
smallest product on top.
● Do not exceed the permissible total load placed on the product at the bottom of
the stack:
– 50 kg when stacking products of identical dimensions (left figure).
– 25 kg when stacking smaller products on top (middle figure).
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Left = Stacked correctly, same dimensions
Middle = Stacked correctly, different dimensions
Right = Stacked incorrectly, too many products
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.
3.1.4.2 Mounting the R&S SMM100A in a rack
To prepare the rack
1. Observe the requirements and instructions in "Setting up the product" on page 21.
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 SMM100A in a rack
1. Use an adapter kit that fits the dimensions of the R&S SMM100A to prepare the
instrument for rack mounting.
a) Order the rack adapter kit designed for the R&S SMM100A. For the order num-
ber, see data sheet.
b) Mount the adapter kit. Follow the assembly instructions provided with the
adapter kit.
WARNING! The R&S SMM100A can be heavy, e.g., if fully equipped. Use a lifting
2.
equipment, see also "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 20.
Lift the R&S SMM100A to shelf height.
3. Grab the handles at the front and push the R&S SMM100A onto the shelf until the
rack brackets fit closely to the rack.
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3.1.5 Considerations for test setup
Getting started
Preparing for use
4. Tighten all screws at the rack brackets with a tightening torque of 1.2 Nm to secure
the R&S SMM100A in the rack.
To unmount the R&S SMM100A from a rack
1. Loosen the screws at the rack brackets.
WARNING! The R&S SMM100A can be heavy, e.g., if fully equipped. Use a lifting
2.
equipment, see also "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 20.
Bring the lifting equipment to shelf height.
3. Remove the R&S SMM100A from the rack.
4. If placing the R&S SMM100A on a bench top again, unmount the adapter kit from
the R&S SMM100A. Follow the instructions provided with the adapter kit.
Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can affect the measurement results.
To suppress electromagnetic radiation during operation:
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Use high-quality shielded cables, especially for the following connector types:
– BNC
Double-shielded BNC cables.
How to: "To connect to non-screwable connectors (BNC)" on page 30
– SMA
Double-shielded SMA cables.
How to: "To connect to Ref In/Ref Out (reference = 1 GHz)" on page 32
– USB
Double-shielded USB cables.
How to: Chapter 3.1.8, "Connecting USB devices", on page 29.
See also Chapter 14.6, "Measuring USB cable quality", on page 1004.
– LAN
At least CAT6 STP cables.
How to: Chapter 3.1.7, "Connecting to LAN", on page 28
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Always terminate open cable ends.
●
Ensure that connected external devices comply with EMC regulations.
●
Use cables of the same type and equal length for connection to the I/Q and I/Q Bar
interfaces of the instrument.
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Use the cable R&S SMU-Z6 for connection to the Dig I/Q interfaces of the instrument. The cable is available under order number 1415.0201.02.
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Use the cable R&S DIGIQ-HS for connection to the HS Dig I/Q interfaces of the
instrument. The cable is available under order number 3641.2948.03.
How to: Chapter 3.1.12, "Connecting to HS Dig I/Q", on page 32
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3.1.6 Connecting to power
Getting started
Preparing for use
Signal input and output levels
Information on signal levels is provided in the data sheet. Keep the signal levels within
the specified ranges to avoid damage to the R&S SMM100A and connected devices.
Preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Electrostatic discharge is most likely to occur when you connect or disconnect a DUT.
NOTICE! Electrostatic discharge can damage the electronic components of the
►
product and the device under test (DUT).
Ground yourself to prevent electrostatic discharge damage:
a) Use a wrist strap and cord to connect yourself to ground.
b) Use a conductive floor mat and heel strap combination.
For safety information, see "Connecting to power" on page 21.
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 SMM100A.
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.
3.1.7 Connecting to LAN
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.
To connect to LAN
The connector is located on the rear panel .
► Connect the LAN socket via an RJ-45 cable to the LAN.
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3.1.8 Connecting USB devices
Getting started
Preparing for use
By default, the R&S SMM100A is configured to use DHCP (dynamic host configuration
protocol) and no static IP address is configured.
If switched on and connected to the LAN, the R&S SMM100A displays the address
information on the screen.
Figure 3-1: IP address indication on the screen (example)
See also Chapter 12.7, "Connecting the instrument to the network (LAN)",
on page 619.
You can connect or disconnect all USB devices from the R&S SMM100A during operation.
To connect USB storage devices
USB storage devices, such as memory sticks, allow data transfer from or to the
R&S SMM100A. You can also use them for firmware updates.
► Connect the USB storage device to any of the USB connectors.
To connect USB devices with external power supply
NOTICE! Connected devices with external power supply can feed back current into
1.
the 5 V power supply of the USB interface and thus damage the R&S SMM100A.
Ensure that there is no connection between the positive pole of the power supply
and the +5 V power pin of the USB interface (VBUS).
2. Connect the USB storage device to any of the USB connectors.
To connect a keyboard
► Connect the keyboard to any of the USB connectors.
When connected, the R&S SMM100A detects the keyboard automatically. A detected
keyboard has the default layout English – US.
To connect a mouse
► Connect the mouse to any of the USB connectors.
When connected, the R&S SMM100A detects the mouse automatically.
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3.1.9 Connecting to RF
Getting started
Preparing for use
To connect power sensors
You can connect power sensors of the R&S NRP families to any of the USB connectors.
See Chapter 7.12.4, "Using power sensors", on page 405.
The connector is located on the front panel.
If you have the instrument equipped with an option for rear panel connectors, the RF
output connector is on the rear panel.
To prepare for connecting to RF
NOTICE! Damaged or not clean connections can lead to RF insertion loss and mis-
1.
match, and even premature wear of the connectors.
Before connecting to the port, inspect the RF connector visually to check that it is
clean, undamaged and mechanically compatible.
See the application note 1MA99 for information on how to handle and maintain the
RF port, to minimize measurement deviations and ensure its longevity.
NOTICE! Risk of instrument damage. Excessive reverse power or DC voltage at
2.
the RF connector can damage the instrument.
Make sure that signal power and DC limits as given in the data sheet.
3. If the R&S SMM100A is switched on, deactivate the RF output, before connecting
an RF cable to the RF connector.
In the block diagram, select the block "RF" > "RF Level" > "RF ON > Off".
4. Use a high-quality RF cable that matches the RF connector type.
See "Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)" on page 27.
To connect to non-screwable connectors (BNC)
► To connect the RF cable with the RF connector, proceed as follows:
a) Carefully align the connector of the cable and the RF connector along a com-
mon axis.
b) Mate the connectors along the common axis until the male pin of the connector
of the cable engages with the female socket of the RF connector.
To connect to screwable connectors
1. Use a high-quality cable that matches the connector type.
See "Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)" on page 27.
NOTICE! Risk of instrument damage and connector damage. Excessive tightening
2.
can damage the cables and the connectors. However, if you do not tighten the connectors enough, the measurement results can be inaccurate.
To connect the cable with the connector, proceed as follows:
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