Rohde&Schwarz SFE Getting started

R&S®SFE
Broadcast Tester

Getting Started

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Getting Started

The software contained in this product uses several valuable open source software packages. For information, see the "Open

Source Acknowledgment" document, which is available for download from the R&S SFE product page at www.rohde-schwarz.com/

product/sfe.html > "Downloads" > "Firmware".

Rohde & Schwarz would like to thank the open source community for their valuable contribution to embedded computing.

© 2017 Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG

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Subject to change – Data without tolerance limits is not binding.

R&S® is a registered trademark of Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG.

Trade names are trademarks of their owners.

Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol , e.g. R&S®SFE is indicated as

R&S SFE.

Basic Safety Instructions

Symbol

Meaning

Symbol

Meaning

Notice, general danger location
Observe product documentation

ON/OFF Power

Caution when handling heavy equipment

Standby indication

Danger of electric shock

Direct current (DC)

Always read through and comply with the following safety instructions!

All plants and locations of the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies make every effort to keep the safety
standards of our products up to date and to offer our customers the highest possible degree of safety. Our
products and the auxiliary equipment they require are designed, built and tested in accordance with the
safety standards that apply in each case. Compliance with these standards is continuously monitored by
our quality assurance system. The product described here has been designed, built and tested in

accordance with the EC Certificate of Conformity and has left the manufacturer’s plant in a condition fully

complying with safety standards. To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, you must
observe all instructions and warnings provided in this manual. If you have any questions regarding these
safety instructions, the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies will be happy to answer them.

Furthermore, it is your responsibility to use the product in an appropriate manner. This product is designed
for use solely in industrial and laboratory environments or, if expressly permitted, also in the field and must
not be used in any way that may cause personal injury or property damage. You are responsible if the
product is used for any purpose other than its designated purpose or in disregard of the manufacturer's
instructions. The manufacturer shall assume no responsibility for such use of the product.

The product is used for its designated purpose if it is used in accordance with its product documentation
and within its performance limits (see data sheet, documentation, the following safety instructions). Using
the product requires technical skills and, in some cases, a basic knowledge of English. It is therefore
essential that only skilled and specialized staff or thoroughly trained personnel with the required skills be
allowed to use the product. If personal safety gear is required for using Rohde & Schwarz products, this
will be indicated at the appropriate place in the product documentation. Keep the basic safety instructions
and the product documentation in a safe place and pass them on to the subsequent users.

Observing the safety instructions will help prevent personal injury or damage of any kind caused by
dangerous situations. Therefore, carefully read through and adhere to the following safety instructions
before and when using the product. It is also absolutely essential to observe the additional safety
instructions on personal safety, for example, that appear in relevant parts of the product documentation. In
these safety instructions, the word "product" refers to all merchandise sold and distributed by the Rohde &
Schwarz group of companies, including instruments, systems and all accessories. For product-specific
information, see the data sheet and the product documentation.

Safety labels on products

The following safety labels are used on products to warn against risks and dangers.

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Symbol

Meaning

Symbol

Meaning

Caution ! Hot surface

Alternating current (AC)

Protective conductor terminal
To identify any terminal which is intended for
connection to an external conductor for
protection against electric shock in case of a
fault, or the terminal of a protective earth

Direct/alternating current (DC/AC)

Earth (Ground)

Class II Equipment
to identify equipment meeting the safety
requirements specified for Class II equipment
(device protected by double or reinforced
insulation)

Frame or chassis Ground terminal

EU labeling for batteries and accumulators
For additional information, see section "Waste

disposal/Environmental protection", item 1.

Be careful when handling electrostatic sensitive
devices

EU labeling for separate collection of electrical
and electronic devices

For additional information, see section "Waste
disposal/Environmental protection", item 2.

Warning! Laser radiation
For additional information, see section

"Operation", item 7.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.

Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related, e.g.
messages relating to property damage.
In the product documentation, the word ATTENTION is used synonymously.

Signal words and their meaning

The following signal words are used in the product documentation in order to warn the reader about risks
and dangers.

These signal words are in accordance with the standard definition for civil applications in the European
Economic Area. Definitions that deviate from the standard definition may also exist in other economic
areas or military applications. It is therefore essential to make sure that the signal words described here
are always used only in connection with the related product documentation and the related product. The
use of signal words in connection with unrelated products or documentation can result in misinterpretation
and in personal injury or material damage.

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Operating states and operating positions

The product may be operated only under the operating conditions and in the positions specified by the
manufacturer, without the product's ventilation being obstructed. If the manufacturer's specifications are
not observed, this can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury or death. Applicable local
or national safety regulations and rules for the prevention of accidents must be observed in all work
performed.

1. Unless otherwise specified, the following requirements apply to Rohde & Schwarz products:
predefined operating position is always with the housing floor facing down, IP protection 2X, use only
indoors, max. operating altitude 2000 m above sea level, max. transport altitude 4500 m above sea
level. A tolerance of ±10 % shall apply to the nominal voltage and ±5 % to the nominal frequency,
overvoltage category 2, pollution degree 2.

2. Do not place the product on surfaces, vehicles, cabinets or tables that for reasons of weight or stability
are unsuitable for this purpose. Always follow the manufacturer's installation instructions when
installing the product and fastening it to objects or structures (e.g. walls and shelves). An installation
that is not carried out as described in the product documentation could result in personal injury or
even death.

3. Do not place the product on heat-generating devices such as radiators or fan heaters. The ambient
temperature must not exceed the maximum temperature specified in the product documentation or in
the data sheet. Product overheating can cause electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury or
even death.

Electrical safety

If the information on electrical safety is not observed either at all or to the extent necessary, electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury or death may occur.

1. Prior to switching on the product, always ensure that the nominal voltage setting on the product
matches the nominal voltage of the mains-supply network. If a different voltage is to be set, the power
fuse of the product may have to be changed accordingly.

2. In the case of products of safety class I with movable power cord and connector, operation is
permitted only on sockets with a protective conductor contact and protective conductor.

3. Intentionally breaking the protective conductor either in the feed line or in the product itself is not
permitted. Doing so can result in the danger of an electric shock from the product. If extension cords
or connector strips are implemented, they must be checked on a regular basis to ensure that they are
safe to use.

4. If there is no power switch for disconnecting the product from the mains, or if the power switch is not
suitable for this purpose, use the plug of the connecting cable to disconnect the product from the
mains. In such cases, always ensure that the power plug is easily reachable and accessible at all
times. For example, if the power plug is the disconnecting device, the length of the connecting cable
must not exceed 3 m. Functional or electronic switches are not suitable for providing disconnection
from the AC supply network. If products without power switches are integrated into racks or systems,
the disconnecting device must be provided at the system level.

5. Never use the product if the power cable is damaged. Check the power cables on a regular basis to
ensure that they are in proper operating condition. By taking appropriate safety measures and
carefully laying the power cable, ensure that the cable cannot be damaged and that no one can be
hurt by, for example, tripping over the cable or suffering an electric shock.

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6. The product may be operated only from TN/TT supply networks fuse-protected with max. 16 A (higher
fuse only after consulting with the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies).

7. Do not insert the plug into sockets that are dusty or dirty. Insert the plug firmly and all the way into the
socket provided for this purpose. Otherwise, sparks that result in fire and/or injuries may occur.

8. Do not overload any sockets, extension cords or connector strips; doing so can cause fire or electric
shocks.

9. For measurements in circuits with voltages V

> 30 V, suitable measures (e.g. appropriate

rms

measuring equipment, fuse protection, current limiting, electrical separation, insulation) should be
taken to avoid any hazards.

10. Ensure that the connections with information technology equipment, e.g. PCs or other industrial
computers, comply with the IEC 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 or IEC 61010-1 / EN 61010-1 standards that
apply in each case.

11. Unless expressly permitted, never remove the cover or any part of the housing while the product is in
operation. Doing so will expose circuits and components and can lead to injuries, fire or damage to the
product.

12. If a product is to be permanently installed, the connection between the protective conductor terminal
on site and the product's protective conductor must be made first before any other connection is
made. The product may be installed and connected only by a licensed electrician.

13. For permanently installed equipment without built-in fuses, circuit breakers or similar protective
devices, the supply circuit must be fuse-protected in such a way that anyone who has access to the
product, as well as the product itself, is adequately protected from injury or damage.

14. Use suitable overvoltage protection to ensure that no overvoltage (such as that caused by a bolt of
lightning) can reach the product. Otherwise, the person operating the product will be exposed to the
danger of an electric shock.

15. Any object that is not designed to be placed in the openings of the housing must not be used for this
purpose. Doing so can cause short circuits inside the product and/or electric shocks, fire or injuries.

16. Unless specified otherwise, products are not liquid-proof (see also section "Operating states and
operating positions", item 1). Therefore, the equipment must be protected against penetration by
liquids. If the necessary precautions are not taken, the user may suffer electric shock or the product
itself may be damaged, which can also lead to personal injury.

17. Never use the product under conditions in which condensation has formed or can form in or on the
product, e.g. if the product has been moved from a cold to a warm environment. Penetration by water
increases the risk of electric shock.

18. Prior to cleaning the product, disconnect it completely from the power supply (e.g. AC supply network
or battery). Use a soft, non-linting cloth to clean the product. Never use chemical cleaning agents such
as alcohol, acetone or diluents for cellulose lacquers.

Operation

1. Operating the products requires special training and intense concentration. Make sure that persons
who use the products are physically, mentally and emotionally fit enough to do so; otherwise, injuries
or material damage may occur. It is the responsibility of the employer/operator to select suitable
personnel for operating the products.

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2. Before you move or transport the product, read and observe the section titled "Transport".

3. As with all industrially manufactured goods, the use of substances that induce an allergic reaction
(allergens) such as nickel cannot be generally excluded. If you develop an allergic reaction (such as a
skin rash, frequent sneezing, red eyes or respiratory difficulties) when using a Rohde & Schwarz
product, consult a physician immediately to determine the cause and to prevent health problems or
stress.

4. Before you start processing the product mechanically and/or thermally, or before you take it apart, be
sure to read and pay special attention to the section titled "Waste disposal/Environmental protection",
item 1.

5. Depending on the function, certain products such as RF radio equipment can produce an elevated
level of electromagnetic radiation. Considering that unborn babies require increased protection,
pregnant women must be protected by appropriate measures. Persons with pacemakers may also be
exposed to risks from electromagnetic radiation. The employer/operator must evaluate workplaces
where there is a special risk of exposure to radiation and, if necessary, take measures to avert the
potential danger.

6. Should a fire occur, the product may release hazardous substances (gases, fluids, etc.) that can
cause health problems. Therefore, suitable measures must be taken, e.g. protective masks and
protective clothing must be worn.

7. Laser products are given warning labels that are standardized according to their laser class. Lasers
can cause biological harm due to the properties of their radiation and due to their extremely
concentrated electromagnetic power. If a laser product (e.g. a CD/DVD drive) is integrated into a
Rohde & Schwarz product, absolutely no other settings or functions may be used as described in the
product documentation. The objective is to prevent personal injury (e.g. due to laser beams).

8. EMC classes (in line with EN 55011/CISPR 11, and analogously with EN 55022/CISPR 22,
EN 55032/CISPR 32)
 Class A equipment:

Equipment suitable for use in all environments except residential environments and environments
that are directly connected to a low-voltage supply network that supplies residential buildings
Note: Class A equipment is intended for use in an industrial environment. This equipment may
cause radio disturbances in residential environments, due to possible conducted as well as
radiated disturbances. In this case, the operator may be required to take appropriate measures to
eliminate these disturbances.

 Class B equipment:

Equipment suitable for use in residential environments and environments that are directly
connected to a low-voltage supply network that supplies residential buildings

Repair and service

1. The product may be opened only by authorized, specially trained personnel. Before any work is
performed on the product or before the product is opened, it must be disconnected from the AC supply
network. Otherwise, personnel will be exposed to the risk of an electric shock.

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2. Adjustments, replacement of parts, maintenance and repair may be performed only by electrical
experts authorized by Rohde & Schwarz. Only original parts may be used for replacing parts relevant
to safety (e.g. power switches, power transformers, fuses). A safety test must always be performed
after parts relevant to safety have been replaced (visual inspection, protective conductor test,
insulation resistance measurement, leakage current measurement, functional test). This helps ensure
the continued safety of the product.

Batteries and rechargeable batteries/cells

If the information regarding batteries and rechargeable batteries/cells is not observed either at all or to the
extent necessary, product users may be exposed to the risk of explosions, fire and/or serious personal
injury, and, in some cases, death. Batteries and rechargeable batteries with alkaline electrolytes (e.g.
lithium cells) must be handled in accordance with the EN 62133 standard.

1. Cells must not be taken apart or crushed.

2. Cells or batteries must not be exposed to heat or fire. Storage in direct sunlight must be avoided.
Keep cells and batteries clean and dry. Clean soiled connectors using a dry, clean cloth.

3. Cells or batteries must not be short-circuited. Cells or batteries must not be stored in a box or in a
drawer where they can short-circuit each other, or where they can be short-circuited by other
conductive materials. Cells and batteries must not be removed from their original packaging until they
are ready to be used.

4. Cells and batteries must not be exposed to any mechanical shocks that are stronger than permitted.

5. If a cell develops a leak, the fluid must not be allowed to come into contact with the skin or eyes. If
contact occurs, wash the affected area with plenty of water and seek medical aid.

6. Improperly replacing or charging cells or batteries that contain alkaline electrolytes (e.g. lithium cells)
can cause explosions. Replace cells or batteries only with the matching Rohde & Schwarz type (see
parts list) in order to ensure the safety of the product.

7. Cells and batteries must be recycled and kept separate from residual waste. Rechargeable batteries
and normal batteries that contain lead, mercury or cadmium are hazardous waste. Observe the
national regulations regarding waste disposal and recycling.

8. Follow the transport stipulations of the carrier (IATA-DGR, IMDG-Code, ADR, RID) when returning
lithium batteries to Rohde & Schwarz subsidiaries.

Transport

1. The product may be very heavy. Therefore, the product must be handled with care. In some cases,
the user may require a suitable means of lifting or moving the product (e.g. with a lift-truck) to avoid
back or other physical injuries.

2. Handles on the products are designed exclusively to enable personnel to transport the product. It is
therefore not permissible to use handles to fasten the product to or on transport equipment such as
cranes, fork lifts, wagons, etc. The user is responsible for securely fastening the products to or on the
means of transport or lifting. Observe the safety regulations of the manufacturer of the means of
transport or lifting. Noncompliance can result in personal injury or material damage.

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3. If you use the product in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the driver to drive the vehicle safely
and properly. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for accidents or collisions. Never use the
product in a moving vehicle if doing so could distract the driver of the vehicle. Adequately secure the
product in the vehicle to prevent injuries or other damage in the event of an accident.

Waste disposal/Environmental protection

1. Specially marked equipment has a battery or accumulator that must not be disposed of with unsorted
municipal waste, but must be collected separately. It may only be disposed of at a suitable collection
point or via a Rohde & Schwarz customer service center.

2. Waste electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste, but
must be collected separately.
Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG has developed a disposal concept and takes full responsibility for
take-back obligations and disposal obligations for manufacturers within the EU. Contact your
Rohde & Schwarz customer service center for environmentally responsible disposal of the product.

3. If products or their components are mechanically and/or thermally processed in a manner that goes
beyond their intended use, hazardous substances (heavy-metal dust such as lead, beryllium, nickel)
may be released. For this reason, the product may only be disassembled by specially trained
personnel. Improper disassembly may be hazardous to your health. National waste disposal
regulations must be observed.

4. If handling the product releases hazardous substances or fuels that must be disposed of in a special
way, e.g. coolants or engine oils that must be replenished regularly, the safety instructions of the
manufacturer of the hazardous substances or fuels and the applicable regional waste disposal
regulations must be observed. Also observe the relevant safety instructions in the product
documentation. The improper disposal of hazardous substances or fuels can cause health problems
and lead to environmental damage.

For additional information about environmental protection, visit the Rohde & Schwarz website.

Instrucciones de seguridad elementales

¡Es imprescindible leer y cumplir las siguientes instrucciones e informaciones de seguridad!

El principio del grupo de empresas Rohde & Schwarz consiste en tener nuestros productos siempre al día
con los estándares de seguridad y de ofrecer a nuestros clientes el máximo grado de seguridad. Nuestros
productos y todos los equipos adicionales son siempre fabricados y examinados según las normas de
seguridad vigentes. Nuestro sistema de garantía de calidad controla constantemente que sean cumplidas
estas normas. El presente producto ha sido fabricado y examinado según el certificado de conformidad
de la UE y ha salido de nuestra planta en estado impecable según los estándares técnicos de seguridad.
Para poder preservar este estado y garantizar un funcionamiento libre de peligros, el usuario deberá
atenerse a todas las indicaciones, informaciones de seguridad y notas de alerta. El grupo de empresas
Rohde & Schwarz está siempre a su disposición en caso de que tengan preguntas referentes a estas
informaciones de seguridad.

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Símbolo

Significado

Símbolo

Significado

Aviso: punto de peligro general
Observar la documentación del producto

Tensión de alimentación de PUESTA EN
MARCHA / PARADA

Atención en el manejo de dispositivos de peso
elevado

Indicación de estado de espera (standby)

Peligro de choque eléctrico

Corriente continua (DC)

Advertencia: superficie caliente

Corriente alterna (AC)

Conexión a conductor de protección

Corriente continua / Corriente alterna (DC/AC)

Además queda en la responsabilidad del usuario utilizar el producto en la forma debida. Este producto
está destinado exclusivamente al uso en la industria y el laboratorio o, si ha sido expresamente
autorizado, para aplicaciones de campo y de ninguna manera deberá ser utilizado de modo que alguna
persona/cosa pueda sufrir daño. El uso del producto fuera de sus fines definidos o sin tener en cuenta las
instrucciones del fabricante queda en la responsabilidad del usuario. El fabricante no se hace en ninguna
forma responsable de consecuencias a causa del mal uso del producto.

Se parte del uso correcto del producto para los fines definidos si el producto es utilizado conforme a las
indicaciones de la correspondiente documentación del producto y dentro del margen de rendimiento
definido (ver hoja de datos, documentación, informaciones de seguridad que siguen). El uso del producto
hace necesarios conocimientos técnicos y ciertos conocimientos del idioma inglés. Por eso se debe tener
en cuenta que el producto solo pueda ser operado por personal especializado o personas instruidas en
profundidad con las capacidades correspondientes. Si fuera necesaria indumentaria de seguridad para el
uso de productos de Rohde & Schwarz, encontraría la información debida en la documentación del
producto en el capítulo correspondiente. Guarde bien las informaciones de seguridad elementales, así
como la documentación del producto, y entréguelas a usuarios posteriores.

Tener en cuenta las informaciones de seguridad sirve para evitar en lo posible lesiones o daños por
peligros de toda clase. Por eso es imprescindible leer detalladamente y comprender por completo las
siguientes informaciones de seguridad antes de usar el producto, y respetarlas durante el uso del
producto. Deberán tenerse en cuenta todas las demás informaciones de seguridad, como p. ej. las
referentes a la protección de personas, que encontrarán en el capítulo correspondiente de la
documentación del producto y que también son de obligado cumplimiento. En las presentes
informaciones de seguridad se recogen todos los objetos que distribuye el grupo de empresas
Rohde & Schwarz bajo la denominación de "producto", entre ellos también aparatos, instalaciones así
como toda clase de accesorios. Los datos específicos del producto figuran en la hoja de datos y en la
documentación del producto.

Señalización de seguridad de los productos

Las siguientes señales de seguridad se utilizan en los productos para advertir sobre riesgos y peligros.

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Símbolo

Significado

Símbolo

Significado

Conexión a tierra

El aparato está protegido en su totalidad por un
aislamiento doble (reforzado)

Conexión a masa

Distintivo de la UE para baterías y
acumuladores

Más información en la sección
"Eliminación/protección del medio ambiente",
punto 1.

Aviso: Cuidado en el manejo de dispositivos
sensibles a la electrostática (ESD)

Distintivo de la UE para la eliminación por
separado de dispositivos eléctricos y
electrónicos

Más información en la sección
"Eliminación/protección del medio ambiente",
punto 2.

Advertencia: rayo láser
Más información en la sección

"Funcionamiento", punto 7.

Indica una situación de peligro que, si no se evita, causa lesiones
graves o incluso la muerte.

Indica una situación de peligro que, si no se evita, puede causar
lesiones graves o incluso la muerte.

Indica una situación de peligro que, si no se evita, puede causar
lesiones leves o moderadas.

Indica información que se considera importante, pero no en relación
con situaciones de peligro; p. ej., avisos sobre posibles daños
materiales.
En la documentación del producto se emplea de forma sinónima el
término CUIDADO.

Palabras de señal y su significado

En la documentación del producto se utilizan las siguientes palabras de señal con el fin de advertir contra
riesgos y peligros.

Las palabras de señal corresponden a la definición habitual para aplicaciones civiles en el área
económica europea. Pueden existir definiciones diferentes a esta definición en otras áreas económicas o
en aplicaciones militares. Por eso se deberá tener en cuenta que las palabras de señal aquí descritas
sean utilizadas siempre solamente en combinación con la correspondiente documentación del producto y
solamente en combinación con el producto correspondiente. La utilización de las palabras de señal en
combinación con productos o documentaciones que no les correspondan puede llevar a interpretaciones
equivocadas y tener por consecuencia daños en personas u objetos.

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Estados operativos y posiciones de funcionamiento

El producto solamente debe ser utilizado según lo indicado por el fabricante respecto a los estados
operativos y posiciones de funcionamiento sin que se obstruya la ventilación. Si no se siguen las
indicaciones del fabricante, pueden producirse choques eléctricos, incendios y/o lesiones graves con
posible consecuencia de muerte. En todos los trabajos deberán ser tenidas en cuenta las normas
nacionales y locales de seguridad del trabajo y de prevención de accidentes.

1. Si no se convino de otra manera, es para los productos Rohde & Schwarz válido lo que sigue:
como posición de funcionamiento se define por principio la posición con el suelo de la caja para
abajo, modo de protección IP 2X, uso solamente en estancias interiores, utilización hasta 2000 m
sobre el nivel del mar, transporte hasta 4500 m sobre el nivel del mar. Se aplicará una tolerancia de
±10 % sobre el voltaje nominal y de ±5 % sobre la frecuencia nominal. Categoría de sobrecarga
eléctrica 2, índice de suciedad 2.

2. No sitúe el producto encima de superficies, vehículos, estantes o mesas, que por sus características
de peso o de estabilidad no sean aptos para él. Siga siempre las instrucciones de instalación del
fabricante cuando instale y asegure el producto en objetos o estructuras (p. ej. paredes y estantes). Si
se realiza la instalación de modo distinto al indicado en la documentación del producto, se pueden
causar lesiones o, en determinadas circunstancias, incluso la muerte.

3. No ponga el producto sobre aparatos que generen calor (p. ej. radiadores o calefactores). La
temperatura ambiente no debe superar la temperatura máxima especificada en la documentación del
producto o en la hoja de datos. En caso de sobrecalentamiento del producto, pueden producirse
choques eléctricos, incendios y/o lesiones graves con posible consecuencia de muerte.

Seguridad eléctrica

Si no se siguen (o se siguen de modo insuficiente) las indicaciones del fabricante en cuanto a seguridad
eléctrica, pueden producirse choques eléctricos, incendios y/o lesiones graves con posible consecuencia
de muerte.

1. Antes de la puesta en marcha del producto se deberá comprobar siempre que la tensión
preseleccionada en el producto coincida con la de la red de alimentación eléctrica. Si es necesario
modificar el ajuste de tensión, también se deberán cambiar en caso dado los fusibles
correspondientes del producto.

2. Los productos de la clase de protección I con alimentación móvil y enchufe individual solamente
podrán enchufarse a tomas de corriente con contacto de seguridad y con conductor de protección
conectado.

3. Queda prohibida la interrupción intencionada del conductor de protección, tanto en la toma de
corriente como en el mismo producto. La interrupción puede tener como consecuencia el riesgo de
que el producto sea fuente de choques eléctricos. Si se utilizan cables alargadores o regletas de
enchufe, deberá garantizarse la realización de un examen regular de los mismos en cuanto a su
estado técnico de seguridad.

4. Si el producto no está equipado con un interruptor para desconectarlo de la red, o bien si el
interruptor existente no resulta apropiado para la desconexión de la red, el enchufe del cable de
conexión se deberá considerar como un dispositivo de desconexión.
El dispositivo de desconexión se debe poder alcanzar fácilmente y debe estar siempre bien accesible.
Si, p. ej., el enchufe de conexión a la red es el dispositivo de desconexión, la longitud del cable de
conexión no debe superar 3 m).
Los interruptores selectores o electrónicos no son aptos para el corte de la red eléctrica. Si se

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integran productos sin interruptor en bastidores o instalaciones, se deberá colocar el interruptor en el
nivel de la instalación.

5. No utilice nunca el producto si está dañado el cable de conexión a red. Compruebe regularmente el
correcto estado de los cables de conexión a red. Asegúrese, mediante las medidas de protección y
de instalación adecuadas, de que el cable de conexión a red no pueda ser dañado o de que nadie
pueda ser dañado por él, p. ej. al tropezar o por un choque eléctrico.

6. Solamente está permitido el funcionamiento en redes de alimentación TN/TT aseguradas con fusibles
de 16 A como máximo (utilización de fusibles de mayor amperaje solo previa consulta con el grupo de
empresas Rohde & Schwarz).

7. Nunca conecte el enchufe en tomas de corriente sucias o llenas de polvo. Introduzca el enchufe por
completo y fuertemente en la toma de corriente. La no observación de estas medidas puede provocar
chispas, fuego y/o lesiones.

8. No sobrecargue las tomas de corriente, los cables alargadores o las regletas de enchufe ya que esto
podría causar fuego o choques eléctricos.

9. En las mediciones en circuitos de corriente con una tensión U

> 30 V se deberán tomar las medidas

eff

apropiadas para impedir cualquier peligro (p. ej. medios de medición adecuados, seguros, limitación
de tensión, corte protector, aislamiento etc.).

10. Para la conexión con dispositivos informáticos como un PC o un ordenador industrial, debe
comprobarse que éstos cumplan los estándares IEC60950-1/EN60950-1 o IEC61010-1/EN 61010-1
válidos en cada caso.

11. A menos que esté permitido expresamente, no retire nunca la tapa ni componentes de la carcasa
mientras el producto esté en servicio. Esto pone a descubierto los cables y componentes eléctricos y
puede causar lesiones, fuego o daños en el producto.

12. Si un producto se instala en un lugar fijo, se deberá primero conectar el conductor de protección fijo
con el conductor de protección del producto antes de hacer cualquier otra conexión. La instalación y
la conexión deberán ser efectuadas por un electricista especializado.

13. En el caso de dispositivos fijos que no estén provistos de fusibles, interruptor automático ni otros
mecanismos de seguridad similares, el circuito de alimentación debe estar protegido de modo que
todas las personas que puedan acceder al producto, así como el producto mismo, estén a salvo de
posibles daños.

14. Todo producto debe estar protegido contra sobretensión (debida p. ej. a una caída del rayo) mediante
los correspondientes sistemas de protección. Si no, el personal que lo utilice quedará expuesto al
peligro de choque eléctrico.

15. No debe introducirse en los orificios de la caja del aparato ningún objeto que no esté destinado a ello.
Esto puede producir cortocircuitos en el producto y/o puede causar choques eléctricos, fuego o
lesiones.

16. Salvo indicación contraria, los productos no están impermeabilizados (ver también el capítulo
"Estados operativos y posiciones de funcionamiento", punto 1). Por eso es necesario tomar las
medidas necesarias para evitar la entrada de líquidos. En caso contrario, existe peligro de choque
eléctrico para el usuario o de daños en el producto, que también pueden redundar en peligro para las
personas.

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17. No utilice el producto en condiciones en las que pueda producirse o ya se hayan producido
condensaciones sobre el producto o en el interior de éste, como p. ej. al desplazarlo de un lugar frío a
otro caliente. La entrada de agua aumenta el riesgo de choque eléctrico.

18. Antes de la limpieza, desconecte por completo el producto de la alimentación de tensión (p. ej. red de
alimentación o batería). Realice la limpieza de los aparatos con un paño suave, que no se deshilache.
No utilice bajo ningún concepto productos de limpieza químicos como alcohol, acetona o diluyentes
para lacas nitrocelulósicas.

Funcionamiento

1. El uso del producto requiere instrucciones especiales y una alta concentración durante el manejo.
Debe asegurarse que las personas que manejen el producto estén a la altura de los requerimientos
necesarios en cuanto a aptitudes físicas, psíquicas y emocionales, ya que de otra manera no se
pueden excluir lesiones o daños de objetos. El empresario u operador es responsable de seleccionar
el personal usuario apto para el manejo del producto.

2. Antes de desplazar o transportar el producto, lea y tenga en cuenta el capítulo "Transporte".

3. Como con todo producto de fabricación industrial no puede quedar excluida en general la posibilidad
de que se produzcan alergias provocadas por algunos materiales empleados ―los llamados
alérgenos (p. ej. el níquel)―. Si durante el manejo de productos Rohde & Schwarz se producen
reacciones alérgicas, como p. ej. irritaciones cutáneas, estornudos continuos, enrojecimiento de la
conjuntiva o dificultades respiratorias, debe avisarse inmediatamente a un médico para investigar las
causas y evitar cualquier molestia o daño a la salud.

4. Antes de la manipulación mecánica y/o térmica o el desmontaje del producto, debe tenerse en cuenta
imprescindiblemente el capítulo "Eliminación/protección del medio ambiente", punto 1.

5. Ciertos productos, como p. ej. las instalaciones de radiocomunicación RF, pueden a causa de su
función natural, emitir una radiación electromagnética aumentada. Deben tomarse todas las medidas
necesarias para la protección de las mujeres embarazadas. También las personas con marcapasos
pueden correr peligro a causa de la radiación electromagnética. El empresario/operador tiene la
obligación de evaluar y señalizar las áreas de trabajo en las que exista un riesgo elevado de
exposición a radiaciones.

6. Tenga en cuenta que en caso de incendio pueden desprenderse del producto sustancias tóxicas
(gases, líquidos etc.) que pueden generar daños a la salud. Por eso, en caso de incendio deben
usarse medidas adecuadas, como p. ej. máscaras antigás e indumentaria de protección.

7. Los productos con láser están provistos de indicaciones de advertencia normalizadas en función de la
clase de láser del que se trate. Los rayos láser pueden provocar daños de tipo biológico a causa de
las propiedades de su radiación y debido a su concentración extrema de potencia electromagnética.
En caso de que un producto Rohde & Schwarz contenga un producto láser (p. ej. un lector de
CD/DVD), no debe usarse ninguna otra configuración o función aparte de las descritas en la
documentación del producto, a fin de evitar lesiones (p. ej. debidas a irradiación láser).

8. Clases de compatibilidad electromagnética (conforme a EN 55011 / CISPR 11; y en analogía con EN
55022 / CISPR 22, EN 55032 / CISPR 32)
 Aparato de clase A:

Aparato adecuado para su uso en todos los entornos excepto en los residenciales y en aquellos
conectados directamente a una red de distribución de baja tensión que suministra corriente a
edificios residenciales.
Nota: Los aparatos de clase A están destinados al uso en entornos industriales. Estos aparatos

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pueden causar perturbaciones radioeléctricas en entornos residenciales debido a posibles
perturbaciones guiadas o radiadas. En este caso, se le podrá solicitar al operador que tome las
medidas adecuadas para eliminar estas perturbaciones.

 Aparato de clase B:

Aparato adecuado para su uso en entornos residenciales, así como en aquellos conectados
directamente a una red de distribución de baja tensión que suministra corriente a edificios
residenciales.

Reparación y mantenimiento

1. El producto solamente debe ser abierto por personal especializado con autorización para ello. Antes
de manipular el producto o abrirlo, es obligatorio desconectarlo de la tensión de alimentación, para
evitar toda posibilidad de choque eléctrico.

2. El ajuste, el cambio de partes, el mantenimiento y la reparación deberán ser efectuadas solamente
por electricistas autorizados por Rohde & Schwarz. Si se reponen partes con importancia para los
aspectos de seguridad (p. ej. el enchufe, los transformadores o los fusibles), solamente podrán ser
sustituidos por partes originales. Después de cada cambio de partes relevantes para la seguridad
deberá realizarse un control de seguridad (control a primera vista, control del conductor de
protección, medición de resistencia de aislamiento, medición de la corriente de fuga, control de
funcionamiento). Con esto queda garantizada la seguridad del producto.

Baterías y acumuladores o celdas

Si no se siguen (o se siguen de modo insuficiente) las indicaciones en cuanto a las baterías y
acumuladores o celdas, pueden producirse explosiones, incendios y/o lesiones graves con posible
consecuencia de muerte. El manejo de baterías y acumuladores con electrolitos alcalinos (p. ej. celdas de
litio) debe seguir el estándar EN 62133.

1. No deben desmontarse, abrirse ni triturarse las celdas.

2. Las celdas o baterías no deben someterse a calor ni fuego. Debe evitarse el almacenamiento a la luz
directa del sol. Las celdas y baterías deben mantenerse limpias y secas. Limpiar las conexiones
sucias con un paño seco y limpio.

3. Las celdas o baterías no deben cortocircuitarse. Es peligroso almacenar las celdas o baterías en
estuches o cajones en cuyo interior puedan cortocircuitarse por contacto recíproco o por contacto con
otros materiales conductores. No deben extraerse las celdas o baterías de sus embalajes originales
hasta el momento en que vayan a utilizarse.

4. Las celdas o baterías no deben someterse a impactos mecánicos fuertes indebidos.

5. En caso de falta de estanqueidad de una celda, el líquido vertido no debe entrar en contacto con la
piel ni los ojos. Si se produce contacto, lavar con agua abundante la zona afectada y avisar a un
médico.

6. En caso de cambio o recarga inadecuados, las celdas o baterías que contienen electrolitos alcalinos
(p. ej. las celdas de litio) pueden explotar. Para garantizar la seguridad del producto, las celdas o
baterías solo deben ser sustituidas por el tipo Rohde & Schwarz correspondiente (ver lista de
recambios).

7. Las baterías y celdas deben reciclarse y no deben tirarse a la basura doméstica. Las baterías o
acumuladores que contienen plomo, mercurio o cadmio deben tratarse como residuos especiales.
Respete en esta relación las normas nacionales de eliminación y reciclaje.

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8. En caso de devolver baterías de litio a las filiales de Rohde & Schwarz, debe cumplirse las
normativas sobre los modos de transporte (IATA-DGR, código IMDG, ADR, RID).

Transporte

1. El producto puede tener un peso elevado. Por eso es necesario desplazarlo o transportarlo con
precaución y, si es necesario, usando un sistema de elevación adecuado (p. ej. una carretilla
elevadora), a fin de evitar lesiones en la espalda u otros daños personales.

2. Las asas instaladas en los productos sirven solamente de ayuda para el transporte del producto por
personas. Por eso no está permitido utilizar las asas para la sujeción en o sobre medios de transporte
como p. ej. grúas, carretillas elevadoras de horquilla, carros etc. Es responsabilidad suya fijar los
productos de manera segura a los medios de transporte o elevación. Para evitar daños personales o
daños en el producto, siga las instrucciones de seguridad del fabricante del medio de transporte o
elevación utilizado.

3. Si se utiliza el producto dentro de un vehículo, recae de manera exclusiva en el conductor la
responsabilidad de conducir el vehículo de manera segura y adecuada. El fabricante no asumirá
ninguna responsabilidad por accidentes o colisiones. No utilice nunca el producto dentro de un
vehículo en movimiento si esto pudiera distraer al conductor. Asegure el producto dentro del vehículo
debidamente para evitar, en caso de un accidente, lesiones u otra clase de daños.

Eliminación/protección del medio ambiente

1. Los dispositivos marcados contienen una batería o un acumulador que no se debe desechar con los
residuos domésticos sin clasificar, sino que debe ser recogido por separado. La eliminación se debe
efectuar exclusivamente a través de un punto de recogida apropiado o del servicio de atención al
cliente de Rohde & Schwarz.

2. Los dispositivos eléctricos usados no se deben desechar con los residuos domésticos sin clasificar,
sino que deben ser recogidos por separado.
Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co.KG ha elaborado un concepto de eliminación de residuos y asume
plenamente los deberes de recogida y eliminación para los fabricantes dentro de la UE. Para
desechar el producto de manera respetuosa con el medio ambiente, diríjase a su servicio de atención
al cliente de Rohde & Schwarz.

3. Si se trabaja de manera mecánica y/o térmica cualquier producto o componente más allá del
funcionamiento previsto, pueden liberarse sustancias peligrosas (polvos con contenido de metales
pesados como p. ej. plomo, berilio o níquel). Por eso el producto solo debe ser desmontado por
personal especializado con formación adecuada. Un desmontaje inadecuado puede ocasionar daños
para la salud. Se deben tener en cuenta las directivas nacionales referentes a la eliminación de
residuos.

4. En caso de que durante el trato del producto se formen sustancias peligrosas o combustibles que
deban tratarse como residuos especiales (p. ej. refrigerantes o aceites de motor con intervalos de
cambio definidos), deben tenerse en cuenta las indicaciones de seguridad del fabricante de dichas
sustancias y las normas regionales de eliminación de residuos. Tenga en cuenta también en caso
necesario las indicaciones de seguridad especiales contenidas en la documentación del producto. La
eliminación incorrecta de sustancias peligrosas o combustibles puede causar daños a la salud o
daños al medio ambiente.

Se puede encontrar más información sobre la protección del medio ambiente en la página web de
Rohde & Schwarz.

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stacked on top of it against slipping (e.g. by locking their feet on the top

Safety Instructions for Instruments with Fold-Out Feet

Danger of injury

The feet may fold in if they are not folded out completely or if the in­strument is shifted. The feet may break if they are overloaded.

Fold the feet completely in or completely out to ensure stability of the
instrument and personal safety.

To avoid injuries, never shift the instrument when its feet are folded out.

The overall load (the instrument's own weight plus that of the instru­ments stacked on top of it) on the folded-out feet must not exceed
500 N.

Place the instrument on a stable surface. Secure the instruments

front frame).

When the instrument is standing on its folded-out feet, do not work un­der the instrument and do not put anything under it, otherwise injuries
or material damage could occur.

<500 N

The instrument can be used in each of the positions shown here.

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Informaciones de seguridad para aparatos con

telepiés

Peligro de heridas

Los telepiés pueden doblarse hacia adentro si no han sido desdobla­dos por completo o si el aparato es movido. Los telepiés pueden rom­perse si son sobrecargados.

Doblar los telepiés por completo hacia afuera o hacia adentro. De esta
manera se puede asegurar la estabilidad del aparato y a la vez la segu­ridad de las personas.

No mover nunca el aparato con los telepiés desdoblados, para evitar
heridas.

El peso total equilibrado (peso própio más el de los aparatos posicio­nados sobre este) ejercido sobre los telepiés no deberá exceder a los
500 N.

Posicionar el aparato sobre una superficie estable. Los aparatos pues­tos encima de esté deben estar asegurados para que no resbalen (por
ejemplo fijando los piés del aparato en el listón del marco de delante
arriba).

Por favor no manipulen debajo del aparato y no pongan nada debajo
de este cuando esté posicionado sobre los telepiés desdoblados, ya
que si no pueden originarse heridas o daños en objetos.

<500 N

El aparato puede ser puesto en funcionamiento en cualquiera de las
posiciones aquí descritas.

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Safety Instructions for Stacking Instruments

Danger of injury

Instruments may slip if they are stacked on top of each other.

Place the instrument on a stable, even surface. Stack the instruments
according to their size, with the largest instrument on the bottom. Do
not stack more than three in-struments directly on top of each other.
Instruments may only be stacked if their feet and housing allow horizon­tal stacking. If these conditions are not met, the instru-ments must be
installed in a rack in order to avoid the risk of personal injury and ma­terial damage.

Incorrect order Incompatible feet Too many instruments

stacked

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Informaciones de seguridad para el amontonamiento

de aparatos

Peligro de heridas

Los aparatos pueden desplazarse al ser amontonados.

Posicionar los aparatos sobre una superficie estable y lisa. Amontonar
los aparatos por orden de su tamaño. No amontonar nunca más de
tres aparatos uno sobre el otro. Los aparatos solamente deberán ser
amontonados, si los piés y la caja del aparato correspondiente hacen
posible amontonarlos de forma horizontal. Si no se cumplen estas con­diciones, deberán ser montados los aparatos en una caja apta para
este propósito. De esta manera evitarán el riesgo de daños en perso­nas y daños en el aparato.

orden no permitido piés incompatibles demasiados aparatos

amontonados

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Customer Support

Technical support – where and when you need it

For quick, expert help with any Rohde & Schwarz equipment, contact one of our Customer Support
Centers. A team of highly qualified engineers provides telephone support and will work with you to find a
solution to your query on any aspect of the operation, programming or applications of Rohde & Schwarz
equipment.

Up-to-date information and upgrades

To keep your instrument up-to-date and to be informed about new application notes related to your
instrument, please send an e-mail to the Customer Support Center stating your instrument and your wish.
We will take care that you will get the right information.

Europe, Africa, Middle East

North America

Latin America

Asia/Pacific

China

Phone [phone]

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Phone 1-888-TEST-RSA (1-888-837-8772)

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Contents

Contents

1 Preface.................................................................................................... 7

1.1 For Your Safety............................................................................................................. 7

1.2 Conventions Used in the Documentation...................................................................7

2 Documentation Overview......................................................................9

2.1 Getting Started Manual.................................................................................................9

2.2 User Manuals and Help.................................................................................................9

2.3 Tutorials......................................................................................................................... 9

2.4 Basic Safety Instructions............................................................................................. 9

2.5 Data Sheets and Brochures....................................................................................... 10

2.6 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA).....................................10

2.7 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.......................................10

3 System Overview................................................................................. 11

3.1 Basic Instrument Concept..........................................................................................11

3.1.1 Baseband Section......................................................................................................... 12

3.1.2 RF Section.................................................................................................................... 13

4 Setting Up the R&S SFE...................................................................... 14

4.1 Unpacking the R&S SFE.............................................................................................14

4.1.1 Inspecting for Shipping Damage................................................................................... 14

4.1.2 Unpacking the Cardboard Box...................................................................................... 14

4.1.3 Checking the Accessories.............................................................................................15

4.1.4 Warranty Conditions......................................................................................................15

4.2 Putting Up the R&S SFE............................................................................................. 15

4.2.1 Placing the R&S SFE on a Bench Top..........................................................................15

4.2.2 Mounting the R&S SFE in a Rack................................................................................. 16

5 Interfaces and Connectors..................................................................17

5.1 Front Panel.................................................................................................................. 17

5.1.1 On/Standby Key............................................................................................................ 18

5.1.2 Hardkeys....................................................................................................................... 18

5.1.3 Softkeys........................................................................................................................ 18

5.1.4 Keypad.......................................................................................................................... 19

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5.1.5 Rotary Knob.................................................................................................................. 19

5.1.6 Cursor Keys.................................................................................................................. 20

5.1.7 Display.......................................................................................................................... 20

5.1.8 RF OUT.........................................................................................................................20

5.1.9 USB Interfaces.............................................................................................................. 20

5.2 Rear Panel....................................................................................................................21

5.2.1 AC Power Supply Connector and Switch......................................................................22

5.2.2 BER Interfaces.............................................................................................................. 23

5.2.3 TS1 IN / TS2 IN.............................................................................................................23

5.2.4 VIDEO IN...................................................................................................................... 24

5.2.5 AUDIO AUX.................................................................................................................. 24

5.2.6 100 BASE-T.................................................................................................................. 25

5.2.7 DIG I/Q.......................................................................................................................... 25

5.2.8 USB Interface................................................................................................................27

5.2.9 REF IN.......................................................................................................................... 27

5.2.10 TRIG / REF OUT...........................................................................................................27

5.2.11 1PPS............................................................................................................................. 28

5.2.12 TRIG IN......................................................................................................................... 28

6 Connecting the R&S SFE.................................................................... 29

6.1 Preventing Electromagnetic Interference................................................................. 29

6.2 Connecting to the AC Power Supply.........................................................................29

6.3 Connecting External Devices.....................................................................................30

6.3.1 External Keyboard.........................................................................................................30

6.3.2 Mouse........................................................................................................................... 32

6.3.3 Memory Stick................................................................................................................ 32

6.3.4 External Monitor............................................................................................................ 32

7 Switching On or Off the R&S SFE...................................................... 33

7.1 Instrument States........................................................................................................33

7.2 Switching On the R&S SFE........................................................................................ 34

7.3 Switching Off the R&S SFE........................................................................................ 35

7.4 Checking the Provided Options.................................................................................35

7.5 Turn-On Tests..............................................................................................................36

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8 Sample Application..............................................................................37

9 Operating the R&S SFE in a LAN........................................................43

9.1 Connecting the R&S SFE to the Network................................................................. 43

9.2 Establishing a Point-to-Point Connection................................................................ 44

9.3 Zero Configuration Networking................................................................................. 44

9.4 Configuring the Network Card................................................................................... 45

9.5 Firewall Settings..........................................................................................................46

10 Installed Software................................................................................ 47

10.1 Operating System....................................................................................................... 47

10.1.1 Login............................................................................................................................. 47

10.1.2 Windows XP Start Menu............................................................................................... 48

10.2 Additional Software.................................................................................................... 48

10.3 Windows XP Recovery and Backup Partition.......................................................... 48

10.3.1 Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition Dialog..................................48

11 Maintenance......................................................................................... 54

11.1 Cleaning the Instrument............................................................................................. 54

11.2 Replacing the Fuses................................................................................................... 55

11.3 Storing the Instrument................................................................................................55

Index......................................................................................................56

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Conventions Used in the Documentation

1 Preface

This chapter provides safety related information, an overview of the user documenta­tion and the conventions used in the documentation.

Preface

1.1 For Your Safety

The R&S SFE is designed for use solely in industrial and laboratory environments. Use
the R&S SFE only in its designated purpose as described in the product documenta­tion, for example in Chapter 3, "System Overview", on page 11. Observe the per­formance limits and operating conditions stated in the specifications (data sheet).

The product documentation helps you to use the R&S SFE safely and efficiently. Keep
the product documentation in a safe place and pass it on to the subsequent users.

Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you about the poten­tial dangers and gives instructions how to prevent personal injury or damage caused
by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:

●

In the "Basic Safety Instructions", safety issues are grouped according to subjects.
For example, one subject is electrical safety. The "Basic Safety Instructions" are
delivered with the R&S SFE in different languages.

●

Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to
take care during setup or operation.

Always read the safety instructions carefully. Make sure to comply fully with them. Do
not take risks and do not underestimate the potential danger of small details such as a
damaged power cable.

1.2 Conventions Used in the Documentation

The following conventions are used throughout this documentation.

Typographical conventions

Convention Description

"Graphical user interface elements" All names of graphical user interface elements on

the screen, such as dialogs, menus, options, but­tons, and softkeys are enclosed by parentheses.

KEYS Key names are written in capital letters.

File names, commands, program code

Input Input to be entered by the user is displayed in italics.

File names, commands, coding samples and screen
output are distinguished by their font.

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Conventions Used in the Documentation

Convention Description

Links Links are displayed in blue font.

"References" References to other parts of the documentation are

enclosed by parentheses.

Conventions for procedure descriptions

When describing how to operate the R&S SFE, several alternative methods may be
available to perform the same task. If possible, the procedure using the front panel is
described.

The terms "select" and "press" may refer to any of the described methods, i.e. using a
key on the R&S SFE or on a keyboard, or a mouse pointer in the display.

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Basic Safety Instructions

2 Documentation Overview

This chapter provides an overview of the R&S SFE user documentation. Unless speci­fied otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S SFE product page at:

www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/sfe

2.1 Getting Started Manual

Introduces the R&S SFE and describes how to set up and start working with the prod­uct. Includes a sample application and general information, e.g. safety instructions, etc.
A printed version is delivered with the instrument.

2.2 User Manuals and Help

Contains the description of all instrument modes and functions. 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.

The contents of the user manual is available as help in the R&S SFE. The help offers
quick, context-sensitive access to the complete information for the base unit and the
software options.

For detailed information on how to use the help, refer to the chapter "Operating Con­cepts".

The user manual (PDF) is provided on the R&S SFE under:

C:\Program Files\Rohde&Schwarz\Sfe\Docu

If you install a new firmware version, the information in this directory is also updated.

2.3 Tutorials

Tutorials offer guided examples and demonstrations on operating the R&S SFE. They
are provided on the product page of the internet.

2.4 Basic Safety Instructions

Contains safety instructions, operating conditions and further important information.
The printed document is delivered with the instrument.

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Documentation Overview

Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.

2.5 Data Sheets and Brochures

The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S SFE. 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/sfe

2.6 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)

The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the current
firmware version, and describe the firmware installation.

The open source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the
used open source software. On the R&S SFE, the open source acknowledgment docu­ment is provided as PDF file in the same directory as the user manual.

See www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/sfe

2.7 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/sfe

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System Overview

Basic Instrument Concept

3 System Overview

The R&S SFE has been designed as a platform for different applications and for future
options. It provides a number of instruments and applications and offers unrivaled RF
and baseband characteristics.

Due to its modular design, the R&S SFE can be optimally adapted to the requirements
of different applications. It is an ideal research and development tool for making
improvements to introduced standards and for generating new standard signals. Appli­cations that previously required many different instruments are now fully covered by
the R&S SFE.

The modern, intuitive concept of the R&S SFE ensures fast and easy operation.

You can easily switch operating parameters (e.g. roll-off, puncturing rate, QAM mode)
and select operating parameters whose values exceed those defined in the standard
for lab applications. For special tasks such as in DVB-T/H, modulation, individual carri­ers and carrier groups can be deactivated. Sweeps across the entire RF range are
possible.

Main functions at a glance:

●

Multi standard platform

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Realtime TV signal and audio broadcasting signal generation

●

Digital and analog transmission standards

●

Available as a production solution (non-realtime)

●

Wide output frequency range from 100 kHz to 2.7 GHz

●

Internal digital and analog interferer simulation

●

Realtime transmission simulations

●

Bit error ratio (BER) measurement

●

TS baseband generator

●

TRP and ETI player

●

I/Q arbitrary waveform generator

For further details, refer to the brochure and data sheet.

3.1 Basic Instrument Concept

The R&S SFE offers a flexible hardware platform.

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Basic Instrument Concept

3.1.1 Baseband Section

The baseband section of the R&S SFE contains the hardware for generating and pro­cessing I/Q signals. It is entirely digital in design.

Provides all of the transport stream (TS) interfaces and handles the processing of the
transport streams. It also includes all of the interfaces needed for BER measurement
and the inputs for digital I/Q signals. The TS generator option is also found here. The
ARB hardware option can also be installed on this subassembly.

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The coder part of the FPGA receives the processed transport stream signals and per­forms the FEC for the selected digital TV standard. The subassembly generates digital
I/Q signals which are forwarded to the RF section.

Using the AWGN software option (R&S SFE-K40 noise generator), additive white
Gaussian noise (AWGN) can be generated.

3.1.2 RF Section

The D/A converter converts the digital signal into an analog I/Q signal. This analog I/Q
signal feeds the I/Q modulator. The following part contains the synthesizer, output sec­tion with I/Q modulator, and attenuator.

The frequency range is 100 kHz to 2.7 GHz.

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Setting Up the R&S SFE

Unpacking the R&S SFE

4 Setting Up the R&S SFE

Risk of injuries

To avoid injuries to yourself or others, always follow the instructions provided in the fol­lowing chapters. Furthermore, observe the general safety instructions at the beginning
of this manual.

4.1 Unpacking the R&S SFE

The R&S SFE is shipped together with its mandatory accessories in a cardboard box.

4.1.1 Inspecting for Shipping Damage

Check the following. If anything is damaged, immediately notify the carrier.

1. Check the shipping container and cushioning material for damage.

2. Unpack the cardboard box (see Chapter 4.1, "Unpacking the R&S SFE",

on page 14) and check the housing and handle for visible damages or loose parts.

4.1.2 Unpacking the Cardboard Box

Proceed as follows:

1. Open the cardboard box.

2. Remove the accessories packed into the box.

3. Take the R&S SFE out of the packaging.

4. Remove the shock protectors attached to the R&S SFE.

Retain the original packing material. If the R&S SFE needs to be transported or ship­ped at a later date, you can use the material to prevent control elements and connec­tors from being damaged. Rohde & Schwarz will only accept claims of warranty if the
R&S SFE is shipped with sufficient packaging.

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Putting Up the R&S SFE

4.1.3 Checking the Accessories

The R&S SFE comes with the following accessories:

●

Power cable

●

Getting started manual

4.1.4 Warranty Conditions

For information on warranty conditions for the R&S SFE refer to the terms of the deliv­ery documents.

4.2 Putting Up the R&S SFE

The R&S SFE is designed for interior use only. The R&S SFE can be used in stand­alone operation or can be installed in a rack.

Risk of material damage

Make sure that the following conditions are met at the operation site:

●

The ambient temperature does not exceed the range specified in the data sheet.

●

All fan openings are unobstructed and the airflow perforations are unimpeded. The
minimum distance from the wall is at least 10 cm.

Failure to meet these conditions may cause damage to the R&S SFE or other devices
in the test setup.

If necessary, use proper protective equipment to protect DUTs against electrostatic
discharge in the event of human contact.

4.2.1 Placing the R&S SFE on a Bench Top

The R&S SFE is designed for use under general laboratory conditions.

Risk of injuries

If the R&S SFE is not set up securely, you or others can be injured.

Place the R&S SFE on a stable and level surface. Do not place anything on top of the
R&S SFE, if the R&S SFE is not in a level position.

Before folding out the feet at the R&S SFE bottom, read the safety instructions for
instruments with fold-out feet at the beginning of this manual carefully.

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Putting Up the R&S SFE

4.2.2 Mounting the R&S SFE in a Rack

The R&S SFE may be installed in a 19" rack mount by using a rack adapter kit (for
order no. see data sheet). Follow the installation instructions that are part of the
adapter kit.

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Interfaces and Connectors

5 Interfaces and Connectors

This chapter describes the front panel and the rear panel of the R&S SFE, including all
status displays and connectors. See the data sheet for information about permissible
levels on the inputs and output levels on the outputs.

If you use the interfaces and connectors, take care to avoid electromagnetic interfer­ence. For details see Chapter 6.1, "Preventing Electromagnetic Interference",
on page 29.

Front Panel

5.1 Front Panel

This chapter provides an overview of the controls and connectors on the front panel.
Each control or connector is briefly described along with a reference to the chapter(s)
containing detailed information about its usage.

Figure 5-1: Front panel view

1 = On/standby key
2 = Hardkeys
3 = Softkeys
4 = Keypad
5 = Rotary knob, cursor keys
6 = Display
7 = USB interfaces
8 = RF output

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5.1.1 On/Standby Key

See (1) in Figure 5-1.

The on/standby key works only if the AC power switch on the back of the R&S SFE is
switched on. The on/standby key switches the instrument from stand-by to on and
back.

For further information see Chapter 7.1, "Instrument States", on page 33.

5.1.2 Hardkeys

See (2) in Figure 5-1.

For detailed information see the user manual or the help system.

For information on corresponding keys of an external keyboard see Table 6-1.

PRESET Hardkey

Sets a defined instrument state.

LOCAL Hardkey

Switches from remote control to manual operation.

ASSIGN Hardkey

To manage the favorites and the user fields in the info area of the display.

HELP Hardkey

Displays context-sensitive help.

FILE Hardkey

To save and reload instrument states and to manage files.

SETUP Hardkey

To perform basic instrument configurations.

HOME Hardkey

Resets tree navigation.

APPL Hardkey

To select/switch to another application (TX, BER, TSGEN,…).

5.1.3 Softkeys

See (3) in Figure 5-1.

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To execute the commands displayed by the softkey labels.

For details see user manual or the help system.

5.1.4 Keypad

See (4) in Figure 5-1.

The keys on this keypad have a multiple purpose. The required characters are
selected by pressing the keys an appropriate number of times.

Key Description

Alphanumeric keys 1 to 9 To enter data.

0

⊔

.

*...#

+/-

A↔a

G mV

M dBµV

k dBm

ESC Cancels the input mode.

BACK Deletes the character to the left of the cursor.

To enter the number zero.

To enter a space.

To enter a decimal point.

To enter a special character.

To enter a sign.

Switches between upper-case and lower-case letters.

To enter the unit.

x1 ENTER

5.1.5 Rotary Knob

See (5) in Figure 5-1.

●

To vary the input value at the cursor position. You can set and activate a fixed step
size for the variation of frequency and level.

●

To navigate within the tree and the work view.

●

To move the cursor in the tables and drop-down lists.

●

To complete your entry, press on the rotary knob (Click = ENTER). Editing mode is
terminated and the value is accepted.

●

Displays the next menu level.

●

Activates the editing mode for the marked numeric and alphanu­meric parameters.

●

Completes the data entry and accepts the new value. For numeric
parameters, the unit is displayed in the menu next to the value.

●

Switches the marked status parameters on/off (State On/Off).

●

Confirms (OK) and closes message windows (see user manual or
the help system)

●

Selects Hz as the unit. Selects dB for the level offset and level step
size.

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5.1.6 Cursor Keys

See (5) in Figure 5-1.

LEFTARROW/RIGHTARROW keys:

●

In editing mode, moves the cursor in the input fields forward and back.

●

In a list, table, window or dialog box, scrolls horizontally to select a parameter.

For further details see user manual or the help system.

5.1.7 Display

See (6) in Figure 5-1.

For information on the graphical user interface see the user manual or the help system.

5.1.8 RF OUT

N (50R mechanics) connector. Used to output the RF signal.

Do not overload the RF output

See the data sheet for the limits for the DC voltage and reverse RF power. Do not
exceed these limits. Exceeding these limits can cause instrument damage.

5.1.9 USB Interfaces

See (7) in Figure 5-1.

Two USB (universal serial bus) interfaces of the type A (host USB) are provided. Use
the interfaces to connect external devices like a keyboard, mouse, printer, memory
stick (Chapter 6.3, "Connecting External Devices", on page 30), or to perform a firm­ware update.

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Upper connector = port 1
Lower connector = port 3

Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can affect the measurement results. To avoid any
impact, make sure that the following conditions are met:

●

Use suitable double-shielded cables.

●

Do not use USB connecting cables exceeding 1 m in length.

●

Use only USB devices that remain within the permissible EMI limits.

Table 5-1: Pin assignment

Pin Abbreviation Signal

1 PWR + 5 V / + 0.5 A max!

2 D- Data -

3 D+ Data +

4 GND SHIELD Ground

5.2 Rear Panel

This chapter provides an overview of the controls and connectors on the rear panel.
Each control or connector is briefly described along with a reference to the chapter(s)
containing detailed information about its usage.

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5.2.1 AC Power Supply Connector and Switch

The IEC 320 / EN 60320 AC power supply connector and the AC power switch are
combined (type C14).

A fuse holder is integrated.

The AC power switch is located on the right of the AC power connector.

Switch positions:

●

I: Depending on the setting of the On/Standby function key on the front panel, the
R&S SFE is either in standby mode or in operation.

●

O: The entire instrument is disconnected from the AC power supply.

For further information:

●

See Chapter 11.2, "Replacing the Fuses", on page 55

●

See Chapter 6.2, "Connecting to the AC Power Supply", on page 29

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●

See Chapter 7, "Switching On or Off the R&S SFE", on page 33

Rear Panel

5.2.2 BER Interfaces

These four BNC female connectors are used by the bit error rate tester application
(BER R&S SFE-K60) for the serial bit error rate (BER) measurement.

For further details see user manual or the help system.

BER CLK IN/BER DATA IN

Inputs for a data stream that has a bit clock associated with it. When there are no
errors, the data sequence is a standardized pseudo-random bit sequence (PRBS). If
there are errors, the BER application compares the received data against the PRBS in
order to detect the errors.

BER EN IN

Input to extract parts of the bit sequence on "BER DATA IN" that are not related to the
PRBS. This can include synchronization and framing bits.

BER ERR OUT

Each time a bit error is detected, a pulse is output. External devices can detect and
process these pulses.

5.2.3 TS1 IN / TS2 IN

BNC connector. Used to feed in a serial MPEG2 transport stream.

These inputs handle a serial signal with one of three formats:

●

ASI (asynchronous serial interface)

●

SMPTE 310 (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers)

●

ETI (TS2 IN only)

To select the input, select "DIGITAL TV" menu, "INPUT SIGNAL", "INPUT". For further
details see the user manual or the help system.

For the T-DMB / DAB transmission standard, TS2 IN is used as an external ETI input
(ensemble transport interface). TS1 IN is not used for T-DMB/DAB. TS2 IN is conform
to the ETS 300 799 specification. ETI NI (network independent) and ETI NA 5592 or
ETI NA 5376 (network adaptation) signals are accepted.

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5.2.4 VIDEO IN

BNC connector. Video input for the ATV transmission standards.

5.2.5 AUDIO AUX

9 pin SUB-D connector for multi purpose input.

●

Audio IN

●

BTSC IN

●

NICAM IN

Table 5-2: Pin assignment

Pin Description

1 Ground

2 Ground

3 AF2 - (Audio IN)

4 AF2 + (Audio IN)

5 BTSC IN

6 AF1 - (Audio IN)

7 AF1 + (Audio IN)

8 REF FREQ OUT / Trigger Out

9 NICAM IN

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5.2.6 100 BASE-T

1 Gigabit LAN interface (100 Base-T).

Used to connect the R&S SFE to a local network for remote control, remote operation,
printouts and data transfer. The assignment of the RJ.45 CAT5 connector supports
twisted pair category 7 UTP/STP cables in a star configuration (UTP stands for
"unshielded twisted pair", and STP for "shielded twisted pair").

Do not connect or disconnect the network cable until the instrument is switched off.
Otherwise, the network connection cannot be reliably detected.

Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can affect the measurement results. To avoid any
impact, use category 7 cables.

For further information:

●

See Chapter 9, "Operating the R&S SFE in a LAN", on page 43

●

See user manual or the help system for remote control using the Ethernet

Table 5-3: Pin assignment

Pin Abbreviation Signal

1 TXD+ Transmit data, positive

2 TXD- Transmit data, negative

3 RXD+ Receive data, positive

4, 5 R0 Termination, 75R

6 RXD- Receive data, negative

7, 8 R1 Termination, 75R

5.2.7 DIG I/Q

Requires the extended I/Q input option (R&S SFE-K80). Used to receive digital I/Q sig­nals from another R&S instrument with the same interface.

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For further details see the user manual or the help system.

5.2.7.1 DIG I/Q IN

Digital I/Q input of the R&S SFE.

Table 5-4: Input pin assignment

Pin Name Signal

1 DIG_IQ_CLK2+ Data clock 2 (control signal)

2 GND Ground (control signal)

3 DIG_IQ_IN_D0+ Data bit (LSB), OUT/IN 0 line (I/Q signal)

4 DIG_IQ_IN_D1+ Data bit, OUT/IN 1 line (I/Q signal)

5 DIG_IQ_IN_D2+ Data bit, OUT/IN 2 line (I/Q signal)

6 DIG_IQ_IN_CLK1+ Data clock 1 (I/Q signal)

7 DIG_IQ_IN_SCLK Serial clock (control signal)

8 +U5V2 +5 V (control signal)

9 DIG_IQ_IN_D3+ Data bit, OUT/IN 3 line (I/Q signal)

10 DIG_IQ_IN_D4+ Data bit, OUT/IN 4 line (I/Q signal)

11 DIG_IQ_IN_D5+ Data bit, OUT/IN 5 line (I/Q signal)

12 DIG_IQ_IN_D6+ Data bit, OUT/IN 6 line (I/Q signal)

13 DIG_IQ_IN_D7+ Data bit (MSB), OUT/IN 7 line (I/Q signal)

14 DIG_IQ_CLK2- Data clock 2 (control signal)

15 DIG_IQ_IN_D0- Data bit (LSB), OUT/IN 0 line (I/Q signal)

16 DIG_IQ_IN_D1- Data bit, OUT/IN 1 line (I/Q signal)

17 DIG_IQ_IN_D2- Data bit, OUT/IN 2 line (I/Q signal)

18 DIG_IQ_IN_CLK1- Data clock 1 (I/Q signal)

19 GND Ground (control signal)

20 DIG_IQ_IN_SDAT Serial data (control signal)

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Pin Name Signal

21 DIG_IQ_IN_D3- Data bit, OUT/IN 3 line (I/Q signal)

22 DIG_IQ_IN_D4- Data bit, OUT/IN 4 line (I/Q signal)

23 DIG_IQ_IN_D5- Data bit, OUT/IN 5 line (I/Q signal)

24 DIG_IQ_IN_D6- Data bit, OUT/IN 6 line (I/Q signal)

25 DIG_IQ_IN_D7- Data bit (MSB), OUT/IN 7 line (I/Q signal)

26 GND Ground (control signal)

Line pairs have a name that only differs in the last character. For example, the pins 1
and 14 are a pair.

5.2.8 USB Interface

USB interface (universal serial bus) type A (host USB). For details see Chapter 5.1.9,

"USB Interfaces", on page 20.

5.2.9 REF IN

BNC connector. Used to input the reference frequency.

For further details see user manual or the help system.

5.2.10 TRIG / REF OUT

BNC connector.

Output for user-programmable marker signal for triggering and controlling external
devices.

Output of internal reference signal. If activated, at this output, a signal is always pres­ent.

When using an internal reference, the frequency generated by the internal reference
oscillator of the R&S SFE is made available. If an external reference is activated, the

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signal applied to the reference frequency input is also available here. It is buffered and
filtered.

5.2.11 1PPS

BNC connector. Input for the 1 pulse per second signal used in SFN modes.

5.2.12 TRIG IN

BNC connector. Input for external triggering of digital modulations and standards and
ARB.

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Connecting to the AC Power Supply

6 Connecting the R&S SFE

This chapter describes how to connect the R&S SFE to the power supply and external
devices.

6.1 Preventing Electromagnetic Interference

To prevent electromagnetic interference, the R&S SFE must be operated with all
shielding covers fitted. Only suitable and shielded signal and control cables may be
used.

ASI/BER/TRIGGER inputs and outputs

In particular cables that are connected to these inputs/outputs can cause EMC prob­lems. Therefore these cables should have at least 80 dB to 1 GHz shielding. This is
usually achieved by means of double-shielded cables.

USB interfaces

To connect the USB interfaces, only use peripheral equipment that does not cause
limit violations. For details see Chapter 5.1.9, "USB Interfaces", on page 20.

LAN interface (100 BASE-T)

To connect the LAN interface (100 BASE-T), use a suitable cable. For details see

Chapter 5.2.6, "100 BASE-T", on page 25.

6.2 Connecting to the AC Power Supply

The R&S SFE can be used with different AC power voltages and adapts itself automat­ically to it. Adjusting the R&S SFE to a particular AC supply voltage is therefore not
required. Refer to the data sheet for the requirements of voltage and frequency.

Shock hazard

Observe the basic safety instructions at the beginning of this manual, especially the
instructions on electrical safety.

Take care that the AC voltage lies within the limits printed on the AC power connector
of the R&S SFE and listed in the data sheet.

► Connect the R&S SFE to the AC power supply, using the power cable that is sup-

plied. The AC power connector is located on the rear panel of the R&S SFE.

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Connecting External Devices

Since the R&S SFE complies with safety class EN61010-1, it should only be con­nected to a socket with a ground contact.

For further information see Chapter 5.2.1, "AC Power Supply Connector and Switch",
on page 22.

6.3 Connecting External Devices

Using the USB interfaces, you can directly connect USB devices to the R&S SFE. This
number can be increased as necessary by using USB hubs.

Due to the large number of available USB devices, there is almost no limit to the possi­ble expansions. In the following, USB devices that can be useful are listed.

●

Keyboard for entering comments, file names, etc. or for easy access to Win­dows XP settings. See Chapter 6.3.1, "External Keyboard", on page 30.

●

Mouse for easy operation of Windows dialogs. See Chapter 6.3.2, "Mouse",
on page 32.

●

Memory stick for easy transfer of data to/from a computer (e.g. firmware updates).
See Chapter 6.3.3, "Memory Stick", on page 32.

●

CD–ROM drives for installing software.

●

Printer for printing out measurement results.

To install a USB device

1. Connect the USB device to the R&S SFE. You can do this during operation

because all USB devices are Plug and Play.

Windows XP automatically searches for a suitable device driver.

2. If Windows XP does not find a suitable driver, it will prompt you to specify a direc-

tory that contains the driver software. If the driver software is on a CD-ROM, con­nect a USB CD-ROM drive to the R&S SFE before proceeding.

To uninstall a USB device

► Disconnect the USB device from the R&S SFE. You can do this during operation.

Windows XP immediately detects the change in the hardware configuration and
deactivates the corresponding driver.

6.3.1 External Keyboard

Connect the keyboard to one of the USB interfaces (type A). The default language set­ting is for a UK keyboard. You can change the language and modify other settings
such as the repetition rate in Windows XP.

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Connecting External Devices

Changing Regional and Language Settings

1. Open the "Start" menu by pressing the WINDOWS key on an external keyboard.

2. Select "Control Panel" and then "Keyboard" or "Regional and Language Options".

Table 6-1: Corresponding keys: front panel - external keyboard

Key on front panel Corresponding key on keyboard Function description

Rotary knob: left turn TAB See Chapter 5.1.5, "Rotary Knob", on page 19

Rotary knob: right turn SHIFT+TAB "

Rotary knob: press SHIFT+ENTER "

Cursor keys LEFTARROW, RIGHTARROW, UPAR-

ROW, DNARROW

Alphanumeric keys 1 to 9 1...9 / a...z See Chapter 5.1.4, "Keypad", on page 19

0 0

SPACEBAR

.

*...#

+

-

A↔a

CLR DEL "

ESC ESC "

BACK BACKSPACE "

X1 ENTER ENTER "

G MV ALT+F9 "

M DBµV ALT+F10 "

K dBm ALT+F11 "

Softkeys CTRL+"1...8" See Chapter 5.1.3, "Softkeys", on page 18

.

*...#

SHIFT+"+"

-

Capital letters: SHIFT+"a...z"

See Chapter 5.1.6, "Cursor Keys", on page 20

"

"

"

PRESET F4 See Chapter 5.1.2, "Hardkeys", on page 18

LOCAL F3 "

ASSIGN F2 "

HELP F1 "

FILE F5 "

SETUP F6 "

HOME F8 "

APPL F9 "

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6.3.2 Mouse

You can change settings such as the speed of the mouse cursor in Windows XP.

Changing Mouse Settings

1. Open the "Start" menu by pressing the WINDOWS key on an external keyboard.

2. Select "Control Panel" and then "Mouse".

6.3.3 Memory Stick

The R&S SFE has a disk drive. You can exchange data by using a memory stick which
you plug into one of the USB interfaces. The memory stick is automatically assigned a
free drive letter and you can use Windows Explorer to transfer data.

6.3.4 External Monitor

The R&S SFE does not have a connector for connecting an external monitor with an
analog interface. However, you can display the screen on external monitors by using
remote operation on an external computer.

For details on how to activate the power save mode see Chapter 7.2, "Switching On

the R&S SFE", on page 34.

For details on remote operation see the user manual or the help system.

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Switching On or Off the R&S SFE

Instrument States

7 Switching On or Off the R&S SFE

Shock hazard

Observe the basic safety instructions at the beginning of this manual, especially the
instructions on electrical safety.

7.1 Instrument States

The following states are possible:

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Off
The AC power switch on the back of the R&S SFE is switched off (see Chap-

ter 5.2.1, "AC Power Supply Connector and Switch", on page 22).

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Ready
The R&S SFE is ready for operation.
The green LED (left LED) on the on/standby key is illuminated (see also Chap-

ter 5.1.1, "On/Standby Key", on page 18).

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Standby
The power supply has the operating voltage supplied to it.
The yellow LED (right LED) on the on/standby key is illuminated.

Shock hazard

In standby mode, the R&S SFE is still power-supplied.

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Switching On the R&S SFE

7.2 Switching On the R&S SFE

Risk of instrument damage

Before switching on the R&S SFE, make sure that the following conditions are met:

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The R&S SFE is set up as described in Chapter 4, "Setting Up the R&S SFE",
on page 14.

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Signal levels at the input connectors are all within the specified ranges.

●

Signal outputs are correctly connected and are not overloaded. In particular, do not
exceed the maximum permissible reverse power allowed at the RF output.

The values are specified in the data sheet. Failure to meet these conditions may cause
damage to the R&S SFE or other devices in the test setup.

To switch on the R&S SFE

1. Make sure that the R&S SFE is connected to a power supply (for details see Chap-

ter 6.2, "Connecting to the AC Power Supply", on page 29).

2. Press the AC power switch on the rear panel into I position (for details see Chap-

ter 5.2.1, "AC Power Supply Connector and Switch", on page 22).

3. Press the on/standby key on the front panel.

The R&S SFE starts booting:

● The installed BIOS version and some of the computer features are displayed
on the screen for a few seconds.

● The Windows XP Embedded operating system is booted, followed by the
R&S SFE firmware.

● A self-test is performed.

After booting is completed, the main screen of the R&S SFE is displayed, and the
R&S SFE is ready for operation.
If the external monitor remains dark, proceed as described in Chapter 6.3.4, "Exter-

nal Monitor", on page 32.

(Ready state, see Chapter 7.1, "Instrument States", on page 33.)
The configuration settings that were active before the R&S SFE was last switched
off are automatically restored.
Use the "FILE" menu to load another instrument setting. For details see the user
manual or the help system.

Activating the power save mode

Power save mode is not set by default for the R&S SFE.

If you do not need the display, you can switch off the monitor in Windows XP under
"Start" – "Control Panel" – "Power Options after a particular time".

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Checking the Provided Options

7.3 Switching Off the R&S SFE

Risk of losing data

If you switch off the running R&S SFE using the rear panel switch or by disconnecting
the power cord before shutting it down, the R&S SFE loses its current settings. Fur­thermore, program data may be lost.

Always shut down the R&S SFE first.

To switch off the R&S SFE

1. Press the on/standby key on the front panel.

The R&S SFE saves the current settings to the hard disk and shuts down the Win­dows operating system. During this process, the "Ending Program...Please wait"
message may be displayed.
The power supply is switched over to standby and the yellow LED on the on/
standby key is illuminated.

2. If you want to completely disconnect the broadcast tester from the AC power line,

set the AC switch on the rear panel to the O position, or disconnect the R&S SFE
from the AC power supply.

All LEDs on the on/standby key should go out.

You can leave the AC power switch switched on permanently. You only need to switch
off the R&S SFE if you want to completely disconnect it from the AC power line.

7.4 Checking the Provided Options

The R&S SFE may be equipped with options. In order to check whether the installed
options correspond to the options indicated on the delivery note, proceed as follows.

1. Press the SETUP key.

2. In the tree, select "INFO HARDWARE" to display a list showing the currently instal­led hardware.

3. Check the availability of the hardware options as indicated in the delivery note.

4. In the tree, select "SOFTWARE OPTIONS" and then "ACTIVE OPTIONS" to dis­play a short tabular overview of the enabled software options.

5. Check the availability of the software options as indicated in the delivery note.

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Turn-On Tests

For further details see the user manual or the help system.

For an overview of the all options available for the R&S SFE refer to the Rohde &
Schwarz Homepage.

7.5 Turn-On Tests

If an error is detected, an error indication is displayed in the error/warnings line along
with a brief description of the error.

► To obtain more information about the error, press the "ERROR/WARNING

DETAILS" softkey.

A description of the error(s) or warning(s) is displayed.
For further details see the user manual or the help system.

Besides automatic monitoring of instrument functions, the R&S SFE also offers the fol­lowing way of ensuring proper operation.

System adjustment

Use the SETUP menu to carry out an internal adjustment. This is a way of obtaining
the best possible level accuracy, for example.

1. Press the SETUP key.

2. In the tree, select "ADJUSTMENT".

For further details see the user manual or the help system.

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8 Sample Application

The following example involves the following main steps:

●

Feed an MPEG2 transport stream to the R&S SFE using the serial interface 1 (TS1
IN, see Chapter 5.2.3, "TS1 IN / TS2 IN", on page 23) on the rear panel.

●

This MPEG2 transport stream undergoes channel encoding and modulation for
transmission in compliance with the DVB-C specification. To achieve this, perform
the following step-by-step instructions. The involved settings are summed up in

Table 8-1.

●

The result is output as an RF signal on the RF output.

Table 8-1: Involved settings

Parameter Value

Center frequency 330 MHz

Level -20.0 dBm

Transmission standard DVB-C

Sample Application

Constellation 64 QAM

Symbol rate 6.9 MS/s

Roll off 0.15

An explanation of the graphical user interface and information on how to select items,
open lists and enter parameters are provided in the user manual or the help system.

Selecting the transmitter application (TX)

1. Press the APPL key.

2. Select the TX application (DVB-C transmission is a transmitter application).

3. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The TX application is displayed.

Setting the output frequency

1. In the tree, select the "FREQUENCY" menu.

2. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The tree is expanded and the "FREQUENCY" submenu is displayed.

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3. In the tree, select the "FREQUENCY" submenu.

4. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The focus is set on the work view.

5. Set a frequency of 330 MHz.

a) Select the "FREQUENCY" field.
b) Enter 330.
c) Press the M dBµV unit key.

The entered frequency is displayed in the info area.

Setting the output level

1. In the tree, select the "LEVEL" menu.

2. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The tree is expanded and the "LEVEL" submenu is displayed.

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3. In the tree, select the "LEVEL" submenu.

4. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The focus is set on the work view.

5. Set a level of -20 dBm.

a) Select the "LEVEL" field.
b) Enter -20.
c) Press the M dBµV unit key.
d) If you want to enter the level in a different unit, change the unit in the "LEVEL"

menu, under "SETTINGS" / "LEVEL UNIT" first (see user manual or help sys­tem).

The entered level is displayed in the info area.

Setting the modulation parameters and selecting the transmission standard

1. In the tree, select the "MODULATION" menu.

2. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The tree is expanded and the "MODULATION" submenu is displayed.

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3. In the tree, select the "MODULATION" submenu.

4. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The focus is set on the work view.

5. Activate the modulation.

a) Select the "MODULATION" field.
b) Press the x1 ENTER key to display the list.
c) Select "ON".
d) Press the x1 ENTER key to confirm the selection.

6. Select the "DIGITAL TV" signal source.

a) Select the "SIGNAL SOURCE" field.
b) Press the x1 ENTER key to display the list.
c) Select "DIGITAL TV".
d) Press the x1 ENTER key to confirm the selection.

7. Select the "DVB-C" transmission standard.

a) Select the "TRANSMISSION STANDARD" field.
b) Press the x1 ENTER key to display the list.
c) Select "DVB-C".
d) Press the x1 ENTER key to confirm the selection.

The selected standard is displayed in the info area.

The I/Q modulation is switched on, the internal coder is selected as the signal
source, and the DVB-C transmission standard is set.

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Sample Application

Selecting the transport stream input and setting the DVB-C transmission param­eters

1. In the tree, select the "DIGITAL TV" menu.

2. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The tree is expanded and the "DIGITAL TV" submenu is displayed.
(See Figure 8-1.)

3. In the tree, select the "INPUT SIGNAL" submenu.

4. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The focus is set on the work view.

Figure 8-1: DIGITAL TV menu

5. Select the "EXTERNAL" signal source.

a) Select the "SOURCE" field.
b) Press the x1 ENTER key to display the list.
c) Select "EXTERNAL".
d) Press the x1 ENTER key to confirm the selection.

6. Select the "ASI 1" input.

a) Select the "INPUT" field.
b) Press the x1 ENTER key to display the list.
c) Select "ASI 1".
d) Press the x1 ENTER key to confirm the selection.

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7. Make sure that the "STUFFING" field in the work view is set to "ON".
This ensures that the incoming transport stream will be adapted to the proper data
rate of the coder. The data rate of the coder will depend on the transmission
parameters. The data stream is padded with null packets to allow adaptation to the
transmission parameters.

a) Select the "STUFFING" field.
b) Press the x1 ENTER key to display the list.
c) Select "ON".
d) Press the x1 ENTER key to confirm the selection.

8. Select "BACK" and press the x1 ENTER key.

The focus is set to the tree.

9. In the tree, select the "CODING" submenu.

10. Press the x1 ENTER key.

The focus is set on the work view.

11. Select a symbol rate of 6.9 .MS/s.

a) Select the "SYMBOL RATE" field.
b) Enter 6.9.
c) If the units field to the right shows "MS/s", press the x1 ENTER key.
d) If the units field indicates another unit, select this field. Press the x1 ENTER

key, and select the "MS/s" unit. Press the x1 ENTER key twice to confirm the
unit and the symbol rate.

The selected symbol rate is displayed in the info area.

12. Select the "64 QAM" constellation.

a) Select the "CONSTELLATION" field.
b) Press the x1 ENTER key to display the list.
c) Select "64 QAM".
d) Press the x1 ENTER key to confirm the selection.

The selected constellation is displayed in the info area.

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Operating the R&S SFE in a LAN

Connecting the R&S SFE to the Network

9 Operating the R&S SFE in a LAN

The R&S SFE is equipped with a network interface and can be connected to an Ether­net LAN (local area network). The network card operates with 100 MBit Ethernet IEEE

802.3u. The TCP/IP network protocol and the associated network services are precon-

figured.

To be able to exchange data within a local area network (LAN), every computer or
instrument that is connected must have a unique IP address or a unique computer
name. Access between different users is managed with access authorizations.

Provided the appropriate rights have been assigned and the Window XP firewall con­figuration is adapted accordingly, the interface can be used e.g. for transferring data,
printing on network printers, operating the R&S SFE from a remote computer.

To use network resources, access must be granted. To share files on the R&S SFE
with other network users, access to instrument resources, e.g. the hard drives, must
also be granted. All these administration tasks are normally performed by a network
administrator using the Windows XP Start menu (for details refer to the Windows XP
help system). Contact your network administrator for access authorizations.

User name and password of the R&S SFE are factory-set. The user name is used for
auto login, access authorization and remote operation.

For further information:

●

See Chapter 10.1.1, "Login", on page 47

●

See Chapter 5.2.6, "100 BASE-T", on page 25

●

See the user manual or help system for details on remote operation.

9.1 Connecting the R&S SFE to the Network

Risk of network failure/virus infection

Before connecting the R&S SFE to the network or configuring the network, do the fol­lowing:

●

Consult your network administrator.

●

If your network does not support DHCP or if you choose to disable dynamic TCP/IP
configuration, you must assign valid address information before connecting the
R&S SFE to the LAN.

Errors may affect the entire network.

Efficient virus protection is a prerequisite for secure operation in the network. Never
connect the R&S SFE to a network without proper protection against a virus infection,
as doing so may cause damage to the instrument software.

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Zero Configuration Networking

To connect the R&S SFE to the network

1. Fulfill all prerequisites mentioned above.

2. Make sure that the R&S SFE is switched off. This is the only way to ensure that the
network connection is reliably detected and any disruptions during the operation of
the R&S SFE are avoided.

3. Connect the R&S SFE to the network using a CAT-5 RJ-45 cable.

4. Switch on the R&S SFE.

To disconnect the R&S SFE from the network

1. Make sure that the R&S SFE is switched off.

2. Disconnect the R&S SFE from the network.

9.2 Establishing a Point-to-Point Connection

To set up a single network (a LAN connection between an R&S SFE and a single com­puter without integration into a larger network), an IP address needs to be assigned to
the R&S SFE and the computer. The IP addresses 192.168.xxx.yyy are available for
use here. xxx and yyy can assume values of 1 to 254, and the value for the subnet
mask is 255.255.255.0.

► Connect the R&S SFE and the computer with a standard RJ-45 cross-over cable.

9.3 Zero Configuration Networking

This service is available in firmware version V02.60 and later.

The R&S mDNS Service is installed with the firmware. Using this service, you can con­nect to a network automatically. You do not need to set up services, such as dynamic
host configuration protocol (DHCP) and domain name system (DNS), or configure the
network settings manually (see Chapter 9.4, "Configuring the Network Card",
on page 45).

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Configuring the Network Card

9.4 Configuring the Network Card

Under Windows XP, network card drivers do not need to be installed separately. If the
R&S SFE is connected to the LAN, Windows XP automatically detects the network
connection and activates the required drivers.

The configuration tasks depend on whether your network has a DHCP server or not. If
necessary, ask your network administrator.

If you use the R&S mDNS Service, you do not need to configure at all. For details see

Chapter 9.3, "Zero Configuration Networking", on page 44.

Networks with DHCP Server

The R&S SFE is preconfigured for networks using the dynamic host configuration pro­tocol (DHCP). In such networks, the instrument is automatically assigned a free IP
address. Identification in the network is based on the use of a unique computer name.

Every instrument is assigned an individual computer name at the factory. It is displayed
as part of the window title of the application.

If necessary, you can change the computer name using the firmware or the Win­dows XP Start menu (for details refer to the Windows XP help system).

Querying the computer name using the firmware

1. If the R&S SFE has a default computer name, the computer name is displayed as
part of the window title of the application.

2. If no default computer name is displayed, do the following.

a) Press the SETUP key.
b) In the tree, select "COMMUNICATION".
c) Read out the computer name from the "FULL COMPUTER NAME" field.

Networks without DHCP Server

In networks that assign fixed IP addresses, the network administrator usually config­ures the network card. Contact your network administrator. The IP address is set using
the firmware or the Windows XP Start menu (for details refer to the Windows XP help
system).

Entering the IP address using the firmware

1. Press the SETUP key.

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Firewall Settings

2. In the tree, select "COMMUNICATION".

3. Enter the IP address in the "TCP/IP ADDRESS" field.

9.5 Firewall Settings

By default, the Windows Firewall is activated to protect the R&S SFE from an attack of
hostile users and programs. The Windows Firewall suppresses all network communi­cation which is not initialized by the R&S SFE itself or which is not defined as an
exception.

To enable data transfer or to allow access to the R&S SFE, define exceptions using
the Windows XP Start menu. For details refer to the Windows XP help system or con­tact your network administrator for support.

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Installed Software

Operating System

10 Installed Software

The firmware and the operating system are already installed on the R&S SFE.

For further information:

●

Performing a firmware update: see the release notes.

●

Installing software options: see the user manual or the help system.

10.1 Operating System

The R&S SFE is equipped with the Windows XP Embedded operating system. When
the R&S SFE is delivered, the operating system is configured for optimum operation.
Changes to the system settings are required only if you install peripherals such as a
keyboard and printer or if you configure the network and the settings do not conform to
the default settings.

Risk of causing instrument unusability

To prevent malfunctions and to avoid instrument repair, only install service packs
approved by Rohde & Schwarz.

In particular, do not use service packs for Windows XP Home Edition or Professional
Edition.

10.1.1 Login

Windows XP requires that you identify yourself by entering a user name and password
in a login window. The R&S SFE provides a factory–installed auto login function, i.e.
login is carried out automatically in the background. The ID used for auto login has
administrator rights.

As user name and password, instrument are factory-set.

If the R&S SFE is connected to a network and if the user name and the password are
identical under Windows XP and on the network, you log on to operating system and
the network at the same time.

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Installed Software

Windows XP Recovery and Backup Partition

10.1.2 Windows XP Start Menu

The Windows XP Start menu provides access to the Windows XP functionality and
installed programs. Under "Control Panel", the system settings are grouped. For details
refer to the Windows XP help system.

To access to the operating system, connect an external keyboard. If you want more
convenient access to Windows XP, connect a mouse. To change to the user interface
of the R&S SFE, in the taskbar, double-click the R&S SFE entry.

For details on connecting external devices see Chapter 6.3, "Connecting External

Devices", on page 30.

10.2 Additional Software

Risk of causing instrument unusability

The instrument is equipped with the Windows XP operating system. Additional soft­ware can therefore be installed on the instrument. The use and installation of additional
software may impair instrument function. Thus, run only programs that Rohde &
Schwarz has tested for compatibility with the instrument software.

The drivers and programs used on the instrument under Windows XP have been adap­ted to the instrument. Existing instrument software must always be modified using only
update software released by Rohde & Schwarz.

10.3 Windows XP Recovery and Backup Partition

The R&S SFE provides a backup and recovery partition. A backup of the factory sys­tem partition (C:\) is stored per default and can be recovered in case of a system
crash.

In addition, backups of up to 5 firmware versions can be stored on this partition. For
example, it is possible to backup the current system partition prior to a firmware update
or to provide different system configurations for different environments. When recov­ered, the system partition (C:/) is deleted, formatted and written newly. The data parti­tion (D:\) is not affected.

10.3.1 Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition Dialog

To display the Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition dialog

1. Connect a keyboard and a mouse to the USB interfaces.

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Windows XP Recovery and Backup Partition

2. Switch the R&S SFE off and on again.

The boot screen is displayed with the default selection "Firmware". If you do not
perform step step 3 within 4 seconds, the dialog vanishes and the booting process
continues.

3. Select "Backup/Recovery" and press ENTER.

The "Windows XP Recovery and Backup Embedded Partition" dialog is displayed.
It shows the available selections for the recovery and backup partition.

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Windows XP Recovery and Backup Partition

Figure 10-1: Windows XP Recovery and Backup Embedded Partition dialog

To continue see one of the following chapters:

●

The Chapter 10.3.1.1, "Backing Up Current System Partition", on page 50

●

The Chapter 10.3.1.2, "Recovering the Selected Version of System Partition",
on page 51

●

The Chapter 10.3.1.3, "Recovering the Factory Default", on page 52

●

The Chapter 10.3.1.4, "Deleting Backups", on page 52

10.3.1.1 Backing Up Current System Partition

1. In the "Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition" dialog (see "To

display the Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition dialog"

on page 48), click "Make Backup".

The "Make Backup" dialog is displayed. It shows the current versions of the firm­ware and the software platform.

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Windows XP Recovery and Backup Partition

2. Click "Make Backup".

After the backup, the "Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition"
dialog is displayed again.

3. Click "Exit and Shutdown".

4. Turn off/on the R&S SFE manually.

10.3.1.2 Recovering the Selected Version of System Partition

1. In the "Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition" dialog (see "To

display the Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition dialog"

on page 48), click "Restore Backup" to recover a selected version of the system
partition.

The "Restore Backup" dialog is displayed. It shows the versions of the firmware
and the software platform of the backup displayed under "Select Backup".

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2. Under "Select Backup", select the backup to be restored.

3. Click "Restore" and follow the instructions.

4. After the recovery, turn off/on the R&S SFE manually.

10.3.1.3 Recovering the Factory Default

1. In the "Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition" dialog (see "To

display the Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition dialog"

on page 48), click "Factory Default" to recover the factory version of the system
partition.

The "Factory Default" dialog is displayed. It shows the versions of the firmware and
the software platform on delivery.

2. Click "Recover now" and follow the instructions.

3. After the recovery, turn off/on the R&S SFE manually.

10.3.1.4 Deleting Backups

On the recovery partition, you can store up to five backups in addition to the factory
default. To provide space for new backups, you may need to remove older backups.
The factory default cannot be deleted.

1. In the "Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition" dialog (see "To

display the Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Partition dialog"

on page 48), click "Remove Backup" to delete a selected backup.

The "Remove Backup" dialog is displayed. It shows the versions of the firmware
and the software platform of the selected backup.

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Windows XP Recovery and Backup Partition

2. Under "Select Backup", select the backup to be deleted.

3. Click "Remove".

After the deletion, the R&S SFE returns to the "Remove Backup" dialog as long as
backups are still available. If the last backup is deleted, the "Windows XP Embed­ded Recovery and Backup Partition" dialog is displayed again.

4. Click "Cancel" to return the "Windows XP Embedded Recovery and Backup Parti­tion" dialog.

5. Click "Exit and Shutdown".

6. After the recovery, turn off/on the R&S SFE manually.

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Maintenance

Cleaning the Instrument

11 Maintenance

The R&S SFE does not need a periodic maintenance unless it is operated in dusty
areas.

Risk of instrument damage

If the R&S SFE is operated in dusty areas, the fans may become obstructed by dust or
other particles in the process of time. Make sure to check and, if necessary, clean the
fans regularly to ensure they operate properly at all times. If the R&S SFE is run with
obstructed fans for a longer period, it may become overheated which may cause dam­age.

Clean the outside of the instrument when necessary and check the rated data from
time to time.

If any problem arises, contact one of our customer support centers. The addresses of
our customer support centers are provided at the beginning of this manual.

11.1 Cleaning the Instrument

Shock hazard

Before cleaning the R&S SFE, make sure that the R&S SFE is switched off and dis­connected from all power supplies.

1. Clean the outside of the R&S SFE using a soft, lint-free dust cloth.

2. Make sure that vents are not obstructed.

Instrument damage caused by cleaning agents

Cleaning agents contain substances that may damage the R&S SFE, e.g. cleaning
agents that contain a solvent may damage the front panel labeling or plastic parts.

Never use cleaning agents such as solvents (thinners, acetone, etc), acids, bases, or
other substances.

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Maintenance

Storing the Instrument

11.2 Replacing the Fuses

The R&S SFE is protected by two fuses (F1/F2: IEC127-T2.0H/250 V) located on the
rear panel next to the AC power switch.

Shock hazard

Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the R&S SFE is switched off and disconnected
from all power supplies.

Always use fuses supplied by Rohde & Schwarz as spare parts, or fuses of the same
type and rating.

To replace the fuses

1. Open the lid of the AC power connector.

2. Lift the fuse holder out of its slot.

3. Exchange the two fuses.

4. Put the fuse holder back in its slot and close the lid.

11.3 Storing the Instrument

The storage temperature range of the R&S SFE is given in the data sheet. If the
R&S SFE is to be stored for a longer period of time, it must be protected against dust.

Repack the R&S SFE as it was originally packed when transporting or shipping. The
two protective foam plastic parts prevent the control elements and connectors from
being damaged. The antistatic packing foil avoids any undesired electrostatic charging
to occur.

If you do not use the original packaging, provide for sufficient padding to prevent the
R&S SFE from slipping inside the package. Wrap antistatic packing foil around the
R&S SFE to protect it from electrostatic charging.

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Index

Index

Symbols

1PPS connector ................................................................ 28

100 BASE-T connector ..................................................... 25

A

AC power supply

connecting to .............................................................. 29

AC power supply connector .............................................. 22

AC power switch ............................................................... 22

Administrator ID ................................................................ 47

APPL hardkey ................................................................... 18

Application cards ............................................................... 10

Application notes ............................................................... 10

ASSIGN hardkey ............................................................... 18

AUDIO AUX connector ...................................................... 24

B

Backing up system partition ........................................ 48, 50

Bench operation ................................................................ 15

BER connector .................................................................. 23

Brochures .......................................................................... 10

C

Checking

accessories ................................................................. 15

provided options ......................................................... 35

Cleaning the instrument .................................................... 54

Connecting

external devices .......................................................... 30

power supply ............................................................... 29

Connector .......................................................................... 25

1PPS ........................................................................... 28

100 BASE-T ................................................................ 25

AC power supply ......................................................... 22

AUDIO AUX ................................................................ 24

BER ............................................................................ 23

DIG I/Q IN ................................................................... 26

REF IN ........................................................................ 27

RF OUT ...................................................................... 20

TRIG ........................................................................... 28

TRIG / REF OUT ........................................................ 27

TS1 IN ......................................................................... 23

TS2 IN ......................................................................... 23

USB ...................................................................... 20, 27

VIDEO IN .................................................................... 24

Conventions ........................................................................ 7

Cursor keys ....................................................................... 20

D

Data sheets ....................................................................... 10

Deleting system partition backups .................................... 52

Designated purpose ............................................................ 7

DIG I/Q IN connector ......................................................... 26

Display .............................................................................. 20

Documentation overview ..................................................... 9

E

Electromagnetic interference ............................................ 29

preventing ................................................................... 29

EMC precautions ............................................................... 29

External devices ................................................................ 30

External keyboard ............................................................. 30

F

FILE hardkey ..................................................................... 18

Firewall settings ................................................................ 46

Firmware

options ........................................................................ 35

update ......................................................................... 47

Front panel ........................................................................ 17

Fuse

replacing ..................................................................... 55

G

Getting started ..................................................................... 9

H

Hardkey

APPL ........................................................................... 18

ASSIGN ...................................................................... 18

FILE ............................................................................ 18

HELP .......................................................................... 18

HOME ......................................................................... 18

LOCAL ........................................................................ 18

PRESET ..................................................................... 18

SETUP ........................................................................ 18

Help ..................................................................................... 9

HELP hardkey ................................................................... 18

HOME hardkey .................................................................. 18

I

Information

Safety issues ................................................................ 7

IP address

changing ..................................................................... 45

K

Key

LEFTARROW ............................................................. 20

on/standby .................................................................. 18

RIGHTARROW ........................................................... 20

see also "Hardkey" ...................................................... 20

Keypad .............................................................................. 19

L

LAN connector .................................................................. 25

LEFTARROW key ............................................................. 20

Local area network (LAN) ........................................... 25, 43

LOCAL hardkey ................................................................. 18

Login

Windows XP ............................................................... 47

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Index

M

Maintenance ...................................................................... 54

Manual

Getting started .............................................................. 9

User manual ................................................................. 9

Memory stick ..................................................................... 32

Mouse ............................................................................... 32

N

Network

configuring card .......................................................... 45

connecting to .............................................................. 43

disconnecting from ...................................................... 43

O

On/standby key ................................................................. 18

Open source acknowledgment (OSA) ............................... 10

Operating system .............................................................. 47

Options

checking ...................................................................... 35

firmware ...................................................................... 35

P

Packing the instrument ...................................................... 55

Password

Windows XP ............................................................... 47

Power supply

connecting to .............................................................. 29

PRESET hardkey .............................................................. 18

Product documentation ....................................................... 9

Provided options

checking ...................................................................... 35

Purpose ............................................................................... 7

Putting up the instrument .................................................. 15

R

Rack mounting .................................................................. 16

Ready state ....................................................................... 33

Rear panel ......................................................................... 21

Recovering system partition .............................................. 48

factory default ............................................................. 52

selected version .......................................................... 51

Recovery/backup partition dialog ...................................... 48

REF IN connector .............................................................. 27

Release notes ................................................................... 10

Replacing fuses ................................................................. 55

RF OUT connector ............................................................ 20

RIGHTARROW key ........................................................... 20

Rotary knob ....................................................................... 19

Start menu ......................................................................... 48

States ................................................................................ 33

Storing the instrument ....................................................... 55

Switching off the instrument .............................................. 35

Switching on the instrument .............................................. 34

T

TCP/IP protocol

configuring .................................................................. 45

TRIG / REF OUT connector .............................................. 27

TRIG connector ................................................................. 28

TS1 IN connector .............................................................. 23

TS2 IN connector .............................................................. 23

Tutorials .............................................................................. 9

U

Unpacking the cardboard box ........................................... 14

USB connector ............................................................ 20, 27

external devices .......................................................... 30

User manual ........................................................................ 9

User name

Windows XP ............................................................... 47

V

VIDEO IN connector .......................................................... 24

W

Warranty ............................................................................ 15

White papers ..................................................................... 10

Windows XP ...................................................................... 47

administrator ID .......................................................... 47

backing up system partition ........................................ 50

deleting system partition backups ............................... 52

login ............................................................................ 47

password .................................................................... 47

recovering system partition ................................... 51, 52

recovering/backing up system partition ...................... 48

recovery/backup partition dialog ................................. 48

Start menu .................................................................. 48

user name ................................................................... 47

S

Safety information ............................................................... 7

Safety instructions ............................................................... 9

SETUP hardkey ................................................................ 18

Shipping damage inspection ............................................. 14

Softkeys ............................................................................ 18

Software

installing ...................................................................... 48

Software options

installing ...................................................................... 47

Standby state .................................................................... 33

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