Rohde&Schwarz R&S®ZVH Operating Manual User Manual
R&S®ZVH
Cable and Antenna Analyzer
Operating Manual
1309.6946.12 – 12
The Operating Manual describes the following R&S®ZVH models and options
● R&S ZVH4 (1309.6800.24)
● R&S ZVH8 (1309.6800.28)
● R&S ZVH-K1 (1309.6823.02)
● R&S ZVH-K9 (1309.6852.02)
● R&S ZVH-K19 (1304.5987.02))
● R&S ZVH-K14 (1309.7007.02)
● R&S ZVH-K29 (1304.0491.02)
● R&S ZVH-K39 (1309.6830.02)
● R&S ZVH-K42 (1309.6846.02)
● R&S ZVH-K45 (1309.6998.02)
The contents of this manual correspond to firmware version 1.90 and higher.
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Subject to change – Data without tolerance limits is not binding.
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R&S ZVH.
R&S ZVH Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Documentation Overview ................................................................... 7
Conventions Used in the Documentation ......................................... 9
1 Safety Information ............................................................................ 10
2 Operating the R&S ZVH .................................................................... 11
2.1 Screen Layout and Elements ....................................................................................11
2.2 Means of Input ............................................................................................................12
2.2.1 Using the Alphanumeric Keys ......................................................................................13
2.2.2 Confirming and Cancelling Entries ..............................................................................14
2.2.3 Using the Rotary Knob .................................................................................................14
2.2.4 Using the Cursor Keys .................................................................................................15
2.2.5 Remote Operation........................................................................................................15
2.3 Presetting the R&S ZVH ............................................................................................16
2.4 Configuring Measurements ......................................................................................16
2.5 Configuring the Instrument ......................................................................................17
2.6 Taking Screenshots ...................................................................................................20
2.7 Saving Events ............................................................................................................21
2.8 Using Antennas ..........................................................................................................23
2.9 Connecting the R&S ZVH to a PC ............................................................................24
2.9.1 Connecting the R&S ZVH in a LAN .............................................................................25
2.9.2 Connecting the R&S ZVH in an Existing LAN .............................................................28
2.9.3 Connecting the R&S ZVH via USB ..............................................................................29
2.10 Managing Datasets ....................................................................................................30
2.10.1 Saving Datasets ...........................................................................................................32
2.10.2 Restoring Datasets ......................................................................................................37
2.10.3 Deleting Datasets.........................................................................................................38
2.11 Updating the Firmware ..............................................................................................39
2.12 Installing Firmware Options .....................................................................................39
3 Cable and Antenna Test Mode ......................................................... 40
3.1 Performing Cable and Antenna Measurements ......................................................43
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3.1.1 Reflection Measurements ............................................................................................43
3.1.2 Distance to Fault Measurements .................................................................................44
3.1.3 1-Port Cable Loss Measurements ...............................................................................45
3.1.4 Transmission Measurements (R&S ZVH-K39) ............................................................46
3.1.5 Waveguide Measurements ..........................................................................................47
3.1.6 Selecting the Measurement Format.............................................................................49
3.1.7 Calibrating Measurements ...........................................................................................50
3.2 Configuring Cable and Antenna Tests ....................................................................55
3.2.1 Selecting the Cable Model ...........................................................................................55
3.2.2 Configuring the Horizontal Axis ...................................................................................58
3.2.3 Configuring the Amplitude Characteristics ..................................................................61
3.2.4 Configuring the Tracking Generator ............................................................................63
3.2.5 Setting and Triggering the Sweep ...............................................................................64
3.3 Analyzing Measurement Results ..............................................................................67
3.3.1 Working with Traces ....................................................................................................67
3.3.2 Using Markers ..............................................................................................................69
3.3.3 Using Display and Limit Lines ......................................................................................74
4 Working with the Measurement Wizard .......................................... 75
4.1 Preparing the Measurement .....................................................................................76
4.1.1 Creating a Measurement Set .......................................................................................76
4.1.2 Uploading Measurement Sets .....................................................................................79
4.2 Using the Measurement Wizard ...............................................................................80
4.2.1 Starting the Measurement Wizard ...............................................................................80
4.2.2 Performing a Sequence of Measurements ..................................................................82
4.3 Evaluating Results .....................................................................................................85
5 Spectrum Analyzer Mode (R&S ZVH-K1) ........................................ 86
5.1 Performing Spectrum Measurements ......................................................................86
5.1.1 Measuring Basic Signal Characteristics ......................................................................86
5.1.2 Measuring the Channel Power of Continuously Modulated Signals ............................87
5.1.3 Measuring the Occupied Bandwidth ............................................................................91
5.1.4 Power Measurements on TDMA Signals .....................................................................95
5.1.5 Measuring the Adjacent Channel Leakage Ratio (ACLR) ...........................................98
5.1.6 Measuring the Spectrum Emission Mask ..................................................................107
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5.1.7 Measuring the Harmonic Distortion ...........................................................................111
5.1.8 Measuring the AM Modulation Depth ........................................................................113
5.1.9 Measuring Spurious Emissions .................................................................................115
5.1.10 Working with the Spectrogram Result Display (R&S ZVH-K14) ................................118
5.1.11 Using Isotropic Antennas ...........................................................................................129
5.2 Configuring Spectrum Measurements ..................................................................131
5.2.1 Configuring the Horizontal Axis .................................................................................131
5.2.2 Configuring the Vertical Axis ......................................................................................135
5.2.3 Setting Bandwidths ....................................................................................................140
5.2.4 Configuring and Triggering the Sweep ......................................................................143
5.2.5 Working with Traces ..................................................................................................149
5.2.6 Using Markers ............................................................................................................154
5.2.7 Using Display Lines ...................................................................................................158
5.2.8 Using Limit Lines........................................................................................................159
5.3 Working with Channel Tables .................................................................................162
5.4 Using Transducer Factors ......................................................................................163
5.4.1 Unit for Measurements with Transducers ..................................................................164
5.4.2 Setting the Reference Level ......................................................................................164
5.4.3 Frequency Range of Transducer ...............................................................................165
5.4.4 Data Sets Containing Transducer Factors ................................................................165
6 Power Meter (R&S ZVH-K9) ............................................................ 166
6.1 Using a Power Sensor .............................................................................................166
6.1.1 Connecting a Power Sensor ......................................................................................168
6.1.2 Performing and Configuring Measurements ..............................................................169
6.2 Using a Directional Power Sensor .........................................................................172
6.2.1 Connecting a Directional Power Sensor ....................................................................173
6.2.2 Performing and Configuring Measurements ..............................................................174
6.3 Using the Internal Power Meter (R&S ZVH-K19) ...................................................177
6.4 Performing Pulse Power Measurements (R&S ZVH-K29) ....................................178
6.4.1 Configuring the Numerical Result Display .................................................................180
6.4.2 Configuring the Power vs Time Result Display .........................................................181
7 Network Analyzer Mode (R&S ZVH-K42) ....................................... 185
7.1 Calibrating Measurements ......................................................................................187
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7.2 Performing Scalar Measurements ..........................................................................191
7.2.1 Measuring the Transmission ......................................................................................191
7.2.2 Measuring the Reflection ...........................................................................................193
7.3 Performing Vector Measurements .........................................................................195
7.3.1 Measuring the Transmission ......................................................................................196
7.3.2 Measuring the Reflection ...........................................................................................199
7.4 Evaluating the Results ............................................................................................201
7.4.1 Selecting the Measurement Format...........................................................................201
7.4.2 Configuring the Vertical Axis ......................................................................................208
7.4.3 Using Markers ............................................................................................................210
7.4.4 Working with Channel Tables ....................................................................................210
7.4.5 Using Limit Lines........................................................................................................211
7.4.6 Using Trace Mathematics ..........................................................................................211
7.5 Vector Voltmeter (R&S ZVH-K45) ...........................................................................212
7.5.1 Calibrating Measurements .........................................................................................213
7.5.2 Performing Measurements ........................................................................................214
7.5.3 Evaluating the Results ...............................................................................................215
8 Menu and Softkey Overview .......................................................... 217
8.1 General Functions ...................................................................................................217
8.1.1 General R&S ZVH Setup ...........................................................................................217
8.1.2 File Management .......................................................................................................218
8.1.3 Operating Mode Selection .........................................................................................218
8.2 Functions of the Cable and Antenna Analyzer .....................................................219
8.2.1 Frequency and Distance Parameters ........................................................................219
8.2.2 Amplitude Parameters ...............................................................................................219
8.2.3 Sweep Configuration .................................................................................................220
8.2.4 Markers ......................................................................................................................220
8.2.5 Measurement Selection and Configuration ...............................................................221
8.2.6 Measurement Format Selection .................................................................................221
8.2.7 Measurement Calibration ...........................................................................................221
8.3 Functions of the Spectrum Analyzer (R&S ZVH-K1) ............................................222
8.3.1 Measurement Selection .............................................................................................222
8.3.2 Frequency Parameters ..............................................................................................224
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8.3.3 Span Selection ...........................................................................................................225
8.3.4 Amplitude Parameters ...............................................................................................225
8.3.5 Sweep Configuration and Bandwidth Selection .........................................................225
8.3.6 Trace Functionality.....................................................................................................226
8.3.7 Display and Limit Lines ..............................................................................................226
8.3.8 Markers ......................................................................................................................226
8.4 Functions of the Network Analyzer (R&S ZVH-K42) ............................................228
8.4.1 Measurement Configuration ......................................................................................228
8.4.2 Frequency Parameters ..............................................................................................228
8.4.3 Measurement Format Selection .................................................................................228
8.4.4 Amplitude Parameters ...............................................................................................229
8.4.5 Sweep Configuration .................................................................................................229
8.4.6 Trace Functionality.....................................................................................................229
8.4.7 Limit Lines ..................................................................................................................229
8.4.8 Markers ......................................................................................................................230
8.5 Functions of the Vector Voltmeter .........................................................................231
8.5.1 Vector Voltmeter Measurements ...............................................................................231
8.5.2 Frequency Parameters ..............................................................................................231
8.5.3 Amplitude Parameters ...............................................................................................231
8.5.4 Sweep Configuration .................................................................................................231
8.5.5 Trace Functionality.....................................................................................................232
8.6 Functions of the Power Meter ................................................................................233
8.6.1 Power Meter Measurements ......................................................................................233
8.6.2 Frequency Parameters ..............................................................................................233
8.6.3 Amplitude Parameters ...............................................................................................234
8.6.4 Sweep Configuration .................................................................................................234
9 How a Spectrum Analyzer Works .................................................. 235
Index ................................................................................................ 241
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R&S ZVH Documentation Overview
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Documentation Overview
The user documentation for the R&S ZVH is divided as follows:
Quick start guide
The quick start guide provides basic information on the instrument's functions.
It covers the following topics:
● overview of all elements of the front and rear panels
● basic information on how to set up the R&S ZVH
● information on how to operate the R&S ZVH in a network
● instructions on how to perform measurements
Operating manual
The operating manual provides a detailed description on the instrument's functions
It covers the following topics:
● instructions on how to set up and operate the R&S ZVH in its various operating
modes
● instructions on how to perform measurements with the R&S ZVH
● instructions on how to work with the available software options and applications
Service manual
The service manual provides information on maintenance.
It covers the following topics:
● instructions on how to perform a performance test
● instructions on how to repair the R&S ZVH including a spare parts list
● mechanical drawings
Release notes
The release notes describe the installation of the firmware, new and modified
functions, eliminated problems, and last minute changes to the documentation. The
corresponding firmware version is indicated on the title page of the release notes. The
current release notes are provided on the internet.
Internet site
The internet site at: http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/zvh.html provides the most
up to date information on the R&S ZVH. The most recent manuals are available as
printable PDF files in the download area.
Also provided for download are firmware updates including the corresponding release
notes, instrument drivers, current data sheets, application notes and image versions.
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Calibration certificate
The calibration certificates of your device are available online. Visit the R&S ZVH
product page and select the item to download the calibration certificate. You will be
forwarded to a Gloris page.
https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com/calcert
Enter the device ID of your R&S ZVH and download the certificate. You can find the
device ID either in the "Setup" menu or on the label on the rear panel.
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Conventions Used in the Documentation
The following conventions are used throughout the R&S R&S ZVH operating manual:
Typographical conventions
Convention
Description
“Graphical user interface elements”
All names of graphical user interface elements both on the screen
and on the front and rear panels, such as dialog boxes, softkeys,
menus, options, buttons etc., are enclosed by quotation marks.
“KEYS”
Key names are written in capital letters and enclosed by quotation
marks.
Input
Input to be entered by the user is displayed in italics.
File names, commands,
program code
File names, commands, coding samples and screen output are
distinguished by their font.
"Links"
Links that you can click are displayed in blue font.
"References"
References to other parts of the documentation are enclosed by
quotation marks.
Other conventions
● Remote commands: Remote commands may include abbreviations to simplify
input. In the description of such commands, all parts that have to be entered are
written in capital letters. Additional text in lower-case characters is for information
only.
R&S ZVH Safety Information
Screen Layout and Elements
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1 Safety Information
The product documentation helps you to use the R&S ZVH safely and efficiently.
Follow the instructions provided here and in the "Basic Safety Instructions" brochure.
Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other users.
Intended use
The R&S ZVH is designated for the development, production and verification of
electronic components and devices in industrial, administrative, and laboratory
environments. Use the R&S ZVH 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 about the
potential dangers and gives instructions how to prevent personal injuries or damage
caused by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
● The printed "Basic Safety Instructions" brochure provides safety information in
many languages and is delivered with the R&S ZVH.
● Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to
take care during setup or operation.
The R&S ZVH has been designed for lab operation as well as for service and
maintenance applications in outdoor areas. Thus, the following rules apply in addition
to or contrary to the "Basic Safety Instructions" brochure.
● The R&S ZVH is protected against dripping water and dust (IP degree 51) and can
thus be used in outdoor areas to a certain degree.
● The R&S ZVH’s max. operating altitude is 4600 m above sea level and its max.
transport altitude is 12000 m above sea level.
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2 Operating the R&S ZVH
This chapter provides information about basic functionality and about the user interface
of the R&S ZVH.
2.1 Screen Layout and Elements
The following figure shows the screen layout in cable and antenna test operating
mode. It shows all elements that are the same for all operating modes of the R&S ZVH.
Screen layouts that show specifics for each operating mode or measurement are
provided in the corresponding sections of this manual.
1
Measurement information
13
Trace
2
GPS status
14
Reference Position
3
Date and time
15
Active menu item
4
Battery status
16
Selectable menu item
5
Hardware settings
17
Currently selected menu item
6
GPS information
18
Unavailable menu item
7
Marker information
19
Vertical axis labeling
8
Status line
20
Selectable softkey
9
Invalid trace indicator
21
Active softkey
10
Diagram
22
Unavailable softkey
11
Horizontal axis labeling
23
Selected softkey
12
Marker
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2.2 Means of Input
The user interface of the R&S ZVH provides several elements for you to input data.
1 Alphanumeric keys
2 Unit keys
3 Rotary knob
4 Cursor keys
5 Enter key
6 Cancel key
7 Back key
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2.2.1 Using the Alphanumeric Keys
Using the alphanumeric keys, you can enter numeric values or characters. The
alphanumeric keys include the numbers from 0 to 9, the alphabet, a minus sign and
dot.
If you have to enter a numeric value, press the corresponding key. In case of numeric
values, each key covers just the number that's printed on it.
You can enter negative values with the minus sign key and enter values that contain
decimal places with the dot key.
If the R&S ZVH asks you to enter a character or you need to enter a character (e.g. file
names), the key assignment changes. Each key covers one number and more than
one character with the first choice being a character. If you need to enter a character,
press the key several times until the character you require is selected. The following
table shows an overview of character assignment.
You can correct entries with the BACK key. The BACK key moves the cursor one
position backwards and deletes the character that was in that place.
Key
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
1
1
2
a
b c 2 A B C
3
d
e f 3 D E F
4
g
h i 4 G H I
5
j
k l 5 J K L
6
m
n o 6 M N O
7
p
q r s 7 P Q R
S
8
t
u v 8 T U V
9
w
x y z 9 W X Y
Z
0
0
blank
_
-
-
+
.
.
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2.2.2 Confirming and Cancelling Entries
Depending on the input you have made, there are several ways to confirm entries.
● Values without unit or values that have a fixed unit that you enter in an input field
can be confirmed with the ENTER key or by pressing the center of the rotary knob.
Alternatively, you can confirm such an entry by pressing the softkey that has
opened the input field in question.
● Values that have flexible units, like frequency or time, can be confirmed with one of
the unit keys.
If you confirm a such a value with the ENTER key, the R&S ZVH always uses the
smallest possible unit (e.g. Hz).
● If you have opened a submenu or input field by accident, you can close it without
making any changes with the CANCEL key.
2.2.3 Using the Rotary Knob
Using the rotary knob, you can do several things.
● The rotary knob works like a cursor key in dialog boxes or softkey submenus. In
that case you can navigate to one of the items with the rotary knob. If the dialog
box covers more than one screen page, it also scrolls through the dialog box.
Turning it to the right corresponds to a downward movement. Moving it to the left to
an upward movement.
● The rotary knob increases or decreases any kind of numeric value if an input field
is active.
Turning it to the right corresponds to an increase, turning it to the left to a decrease
of a numeric value.
In most cases, the rotary knob changes numeric values with a fixed step size.
● The rotary knob moves markers around.
Again the step size is fixed.
● Pressing the rotary knob has the same effect as pressing the ENTER key as it
confirms an entry or selection.
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2.2.4 Using the Cursor Keys
Using the cursor keys, you can do several things.
● The cursor keys navigate through dialog boxes or softkey submenus.
● The up and down keys increase or decrease any kind of numeric value if an input
field is active.
The cursor keys change numeric values with a fixed step size.
● The up and down keys move markers around.
The step size is fixed.
● The left and right keys move the cursor in an input field in the corresponding
direction.
2.2.5 Remote Operation
Remote operation is a way to control the R&S ZVH from another device like a PC. To
use the R&S ZVH this way, you have to establish a connection between both devices
via the LAN or USB interfaces of the R&S ZVH.
The product range of the R&S ZVH provides several tools for remote operation.
Remote control with R&S ZVH-K40
The R&S ZVH-K40 is a firmware option to control the R&S ZVH with remote control
commands that are compatible to the SCPI standard.
You can download the user manual for the R&S ZVH-K40 from the Rohde & Schwarz
website.
Remote desktop with R&S InstrumentView
The remote desktop is an application provided by the R&S InstrumentView software.
You can use it to access and control the R&S ZVH in the R&S InstrumentView
environment.
While the R&S ZVH is running and connected to the control computer, the screen
contents and control elements (keys, softkeys etc.) are displayed. Thus, you can
operate the R&S ZVH just like the hardware itself.
► Connect the R&S ZVH to the control computer.
► Start the R&S InstrumentView software.
► Select "Instrument" > "Remote Display".
The software opens the remote display to operate the R&S ZVH remotely.
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2.3 Presetting the R&S ZVH
Before you prepare a measurement, it is recommended to preset the R&S ZVH. During
a preset, the R&S ZVH resets all settings to their default state. Restoring the default
configuration has the advantage that old settings do not affect measurements.
The default setup is specific to the operating mode.
► Press the PRESET key.
The R&S ZVH restores its default setup.
You can also define your own default settings via a dataset. These are then loaded
after pressing the PRESET key instead of the factory default.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "User Preferences" softkey.
► Select the "Preset Dataset" menu item.
The R&S ZVH opens a dialog box to select the dataset that contains the settings
you would like to have as the preset settings.
► Select the dataset with the settings you want.
► Select the "Preset Mode" menu item in the "User Preferences" dialog box.
► Select the "User Defined" item from the dropdown menu.
The R&S ZVH now loads the settings of the dataset after you press PRESET.
2.4 Configuring Measurements
The "Measurement Setup" dialog box provides an overview of the current configuration
of the R&S ZVH. In addition, you can also change the configuration in this dialog box.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "Measurement Setup" softkey.
► Select one of the menu items and change the settings as you like.
Note that the contents of the "Measurement Setup" dialog box are customized for each
operating mode of the R&S ZVH. Therefore, the order and number of displayed
settings is different in each mode.
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2.5 Configuring the Instrument
The "Instrument Setup" dialog box contains functionality that is independent of the
operating mode.
For more information see the "Quick Start Guide".
Protecting the R&S ZVH with a PIN
The R&S ZVH features a PIN protection system that protects the R&S ZVH from
unauthorized access. If PIN protection is on, you have to enter the PIN whenever you
turn the R&S ZVH on.
The protection system provides three levels of security.
● PIN made up of four digits
● Master PIN made up out of 10 digits.
When you enter the wrong PIN three times in a row, you have to enter the master
PIN to unlock the R&S ZVH. By default, the master PIN is the same as the OEM
master PIN, but you can define a user master PIN.
If you unlock the R&S ZVH with the user master PIN, the PIN is automatically reset
to its default value ('0000').
● OEM master PIN code made up out of 10 digits.
If you
- have defined a user master PIN and enter the wrong user master PIN five
times in a row or
- have not defined a user master PIN and enter the wrong PIN three times in a
row,
the only remaining way to unlock the R&S ZVH is with the OEM master PIN. The
OEM master PIN is a fix PIN that you receive upon delivery of your R&S ZVH. You
cannot change the OEM master PIN.
OEM master PIN
Make sure not to lose the OEM master PIN that is delivered with the R&S ZVH and
keep it in a safe place away from the instrument itself.
If you use PIN protection and forget the user PINs, the OEM master PIN is the only
way you can unlock and use the R&S ZVH.
If you unlock the R&S ZVH with the OEM master PIN, the PIN and, if defined, the
user master PIN are automatically reset to their default values:
'0000' (PIN) and '0000000000' (User Master PIN).
If you fail to unlock the R&S ZVH with the OEM master PIN, the R&S ZVH will
force a reboot of the software until you enter the correct OEM master PIN.
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Firmware update
If the R&S ZVH is protected with a PIN, a firmware update is only possible after you
have entered the correct PIN.
In the initial state after delivery, PIN protection is turned off. So if you want to protect
the R&S ZVH, you have to turn it on manually.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "Instrument Settings" softkey.
The R&S ZVH shows the "Instrument Settings" dialog box.
► Select the "PIN Code Protection" menu item.
► Press ENTER
The R&S ZVH opens an input field to define a new PIN.
► Enter a 4-digit PIN.
The R&S ZVH opens an input field to confirm the PIN.
► Enter the 4-digit PIN again.
If the PIN confirmation was successful, the R&S ZVH shows a corresponding
message and activates PIN protection. In that case, you have to enter the PIN
every time the R&S ZVH boots.
If the PIN confirmation was not successful, the R&S ZVH shows a corresponding
message and does not activate PIN protection. In that case repeat the last steps.
You can change the PIN any time you want.
► Select the "New PIN Code" menu item.
The R&S ZVH opens an input field to define a new PIN.
► Enter the new PIN.
► Confirm the new PIN.
The R&S ZVH changes the PIN accordingly.
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You can define a user master PIN the same way. By default, the user master PIN is
the OEM master PIN as shown in the "Instrument Settings" dialog box.
► Select the "Master PIN Code" menu item.
The R&S ZVH opens an input field to define a user master PIN.
► Enter a 10-digit number for the user master PIN.
The R&S ZVH opens an input field to confirm the user master PIN.
► Confirm the PIN.
The R&S ZVH shows a message if the change was successful or not.
► Alternatively, select the "User Master PIN Code" menu item and enter a 10-digit
PIN in the input field that opens.
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2.6 Taking Screenshots
You can take and store a screenshot of the current screen anytime with the key.
► Press the key.
The R&S ZVH takes a screenshot.
If available, the R&S ZVH stores the screenshot on an external storage device (USB
memory stick or SD card). If both are connected, the R&S ZVH uses the SD card.
If no external device is available, the R&S ZVH stores the screenshot in its internal
memory (if there is enough left). In that case you can transfer the pictures with the
R&S InstrumentView software to your computer.
Saving screenshot and dataset at the same time
Depending on the "Capture" settings available in the "User Preference" menu, using
the key also saves a dataset in addition to the screenshot.
For more information see "Managing Datasets" on page 30.
Screenshot file name
All screenshots get a default file name "Screenshot####". The files also get numbers
(####) in ascending order, beginning with 0000. You can select a default file name and
start number in the "User Preference" menu.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "User Preference" softkey.
► Select the "Default Filename" and "File Name Counter Starts At" items and assign
a file name and number as you wish.
Screenshot file format
The file format of screenshots is either *.png or *.jpg, depending on your configuration
in the "User Preference" menu.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "User Preference" softkey.
► Select the "Capture Screen Format" item to select the screenshot file format.
Previewing screenshots
If you want to make sure if a screenshot you took contains the wanted information, you
can preview screenshots on the R&S ZVH.
► Press the SAVE/RECALL key.
► Press the "Recall Screenshot" softkey.
The R&S ZVH opens a dialog box to select a screenshot for the preview.
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2.7 Saving Events
The R&S ZVH provides functionality that automatically saves measurement information
if a certain situation or event occurs.
Saving events is possible in all operating modes.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "User Preference" softkey.
► Select the "Save on Event" menu item.
► Select "On" from the "Save on Event" dropdown menu.
The R&S ZVH turns on automatic event recognition. You can select one of several
events that trigger the storage of measurement data.
Data types
You can select several data types to save when an event occurs.
● A screenshot of the sweep that contains the event (.png or .jpg file)
● A dataset of the sweep that contains the event (.set file)
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "User Preference" softkey.
► Select the "Capture Screen" or "Capture Dataset.
If on, the corresponding information is included in the saved data.
Timing of the data capture
Note that the R&S ZVH evaluates the measured data after a sweep is done and thus
detects and saves an event only after a sweep has been completed.
Event types
To use the "Save on Event" functionality, you have to select an event type that triggers
the capture of the selected data. The R&S ZVH supports several event types.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "User Preference" softkey.
► Select the "Event Source" menu item and select an event type from the dropdown
menu.
● Time interval
Saves measurement data every <x> seconds.
You can define the duration of the time interval via the "Time Interval" menu item.
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Single sweeps and sweep time
Note that it is not possible to save measurement data every <x> seconds in single
sweep mode, because the R&S ZVH only performs one sweep and then stops.
Note also that the time interval must be longer than the sweep time. If the time interval
would be shorter, the R&S ZVH would not be able to save data, because a sweep has
to be complete before the R&S ZVH is able to save the data.
● Limit failure
Saves measurement data if a limit line is violated.
The R&S ZVH provides different modes for handling limit check failures. You can
select one via the "Limits Save Mode"
- Start on failure: starts to save measurement data if a limit line is violated.
- Stop on failure: stops to save measurement data if a limit line is violated.
- Save only failure: saves only the sweeps that actually fail a limit check.
● Distance interval
Saves measurement data after you have covered a certain distance.
You can define the distance that must covered before data is saved via the
"Distance Interval" menu item.
● Every sweep
Saves the data of all measurement sweeps that are performed.
Storage device
To use the "Save on Event" functionality, you need an SD card or USB stick to store
the data on. The internal memory would probably not be sufficient.
► Press the SETUP key.
► Press the "User Preference" softkey.
► Select the "Recording Storage" menu item.
► From the dropdown menu, select the storage device you prefer (SD card or USB
device)
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Using Antennas
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2.8 Using Antennas
You can use antennas, for example, to locate the source of interferers. The R&S ZVH
supports several antenna models.
● R&S HL300
Connected to the R&S ZVH at the AUX port and the RF input.
● R&S HE300
Connected to the R&S ZVH at the power sensor jack and the RF input.
● R&S HE400
Connected to the R&S ZVH at the power sensor jack and the RF input.
You can control the antenna functionality in several ways in the general setup of the
R&S ZVH. For more information see the quick start guide of the R&S ZVH.
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2.9 Connecting the R&S ZVH to a PC
The R&S ZVH comes with the R&S InstrumentView software package. This software
package features several tools that allow you to document measurement results or
create and edit limit lines or channel tables among other things.
Note that the .NET Framework 2.0 (or higher) is required on the PC to run the software
properly.
You can set up a connection between the R&S ZVH and R&S InstrumentView either
via its LAN port or its mini USB port.
You have to install the R&S InstrumentView software on the PC before you are able to
establish a connection.
► Run the CD-ROM delivered with the R&S ZVH.
► Navigate to the "Software" section and start the setup file.
► Follow the instructions on the screen.
Alternatively, you can download the latest R&S InstrumentView from the R&S ZVH
product homepage.
http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/zvh.html
Firewall settings
If no connection can be established between the software and the R&S ZVH after
successful configuration, check the firewall settings on your PC.
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2.9.1 Connecting the R&S ZVH in a LAN
You can connect the R&S ZVH directly to the PC with the LAN cable that is supplied
with the R&S ZVH. The LAN port is located on the left side of the R&S ZVH behind a
protective cap.
You can set up the LAN connection in the "Instrument Settings" dialog box.
For a direct connection between a PC and the R&S ZVH, DHCP (Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol) has to be turned off (which is the default state).
► In the "Instrument Setup" dialog box, select the "DHCP" item.
► Press the ENTER key.
A dropdown menu to select the DHCP state opens.
► Turn DHCP on or off as required.
Setting an IP address and subnet mask
To establish a connection, the PC and the R&S ZVH have to be in the same subnet.
► Identify the subnet mask of your PC, for example in the Microsoft Windows
"TCP/IP Properties".
► In the "Instrument Setup" dialog box, select the "Subnet Mask" item.
► Press the ENTER key.
► Enter the subnet mask of the PC with the numeric keys.
► Confirm the entry with the ENTER key.
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After you have matched the subnet mask, you can define the IP address. When both
devices are in the same subnet, the first three digits of the IP address are usually the
same ('192' in the example below).
Example
IP address PC
192.0.2.0
IP address R&S ZVH
192.0.2.10
► Identify the IP address of your PC, for example in the Microsoft Windows "TCP/IP
Properties".
► In the "Instrument Setup" dialog box, select the "IP Address" item.
► Press the ENTER key.
► Enter the IP address of the PC with the numeric keys.
► Confirm the entry with the ENTER key.
Configuring the R&S InstrumentView software
► Start R&S InstrumentView.
► Select the "LAN" tab in the "Instrument Connect" dialog box.
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► Press the "Add Devices" button to create a new network connection.
► Specify a name for the new network connection, for example "Spectrum Analyzer".
► Enter the IP address for the R&S ZVH (in this case 192.0.2.10)
► Confirm the entry with the "OK" button.
The connection is now created, configured and appears in the device list.
► Select the new connection labeled "Spectrum Analyzer".
► Press the "Connect" button to establish the connection.
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2.9.2 Connecting the R&S ZVH in an Existing LAN
You can either draw the R&S ZVH IP address automatically from the DHCP server or
manually assign a fixed address. With manual allocation, a fixed IP address and
subnet mask must be assigned to the R&S ZVH as described in the chapter on direct
LAN connection. Then the R&S InstrumentView software has to be configured as
described with the assigned IP address.
Free IP address
Contact your IT system manager to get a free IP address.
In networks with a DHCP server, DHCP permits automatic allocation of the network
configuration to the R&S ZVH connected via LAN cable. For this purpose, DHCP has
to be active on the R&S ZVH.
DHCP is off by default. Turn it on like this:
► In the "Instrument Setup" dialog box, select the "DHCP" item.
► Press the ENTER key.
A dropdown menu to select the DHCP state opens.
► Select "On" to activate DHCP.
The R&S ZVH is now allocated an IP address and the subnet mask by the DHCP
server. This can take several seconds.
The IP address and subnet mask are automatically set in the corresponding input
fields and are no longer available for editing.
Configure the R&S InstrumentView software with the IP address and subnet mask
as defined by the DHCP server. For more information see "Connecting the
R&S ZVH in a LAN" on page 25.
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