The R&S SMCVB-KV12 is a waveform library that provides waveform files in accordance with the DRM+ digital standard.
This user manual contains a reference description of the functionality that the waveform library provides. All functions not discussed in this manual are described in the
R&S SMCV100B user manual. The latest version is available at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/SMCV100B
1.1Key features
The R&SSMCVB-KV12 features:
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Welcome to the R&SSMCVB-KV12 option
Documentation overview
Numerous waveform files in accordance with DRM+ digital standard
Efficient use with dedicated waveforms
1.2Installation
You can find detailed installation instructions in the supplement document of the
R&S SMCV100B user manual and in the R&S SMCV100B user manual describing
firmware versions FW 4.90.002.xx and later of the R&S SMCV100B.
1.3What's new
Compared to the previous version there are editorial changes only.
1.4Documentation overview
This section provides an overview of the R&S SMCV100B user documentation. Unless
specified otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S SMCV100B product page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/smcv100b
1.4.1Getting started manual
Introduces the R&S SMCV100B and describes how to set up and start working with the
product. Includes basic operations, typical measurement examples, and general information, e.g. safety instructions, etc. A printed version is delivered with the instrument.
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1.4.2User manuals and help
Separate manuals for the base unit and the software options are provided for download:
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The contents of the user manuals are available as help in the R&S SMCV100B. The
help offers quick, context-sensitive access to the complete information for the base unit
and the software options.
All user manuals are also available for download or for immediate display on the Internet.
Welcome to the R&S SMCVB-KV12 option
Documentation overview
Base unit manual
Contains the description of all instrument modes and functions. It also provides an
introduction to remote control, a complete description of the remote control commands with programming examples, and information on maintenance, instrument
interfaces and error messages. Includes the contents of the getting started manual.
Software option manual
Contains the description of the specific functions of an option. Basic information on
operating the R&S SMCV100B is not included.
1.4.3Service manual
Describes the performance test for checking compliance with rated specifications, firmware update, troubleshooting, adjustments, installing options and maintenance.
The service manual is available for registered users on the global Rohde & Schwarz
information system (GLORIS):
https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com
1.4.4Instrument security procedures
Deals with security issues when working with the R&S SMCV100B in secure areas. It
is available for download on the Internet.
1.4.5Printed safety instructions
Provides safety information in many languages. The printed document is delivered with
the product.
1.4.6Data sheets and brochures
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S SMCV100B. 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.
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See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/smcv100b
1.4.7Release 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.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/smcv100b
1.4.8Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc.
These documents deal with special applications or background information on particular topics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/application/smcv100b
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Documentation overview
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2Available waveform files
2.1General settings and features
All files have general features and settings as follows:
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Available waveform files
Naming conventions
DRM Mode E (DRM+)
Sample rate 192 kHz
Bandwidth 100 kHz
Filter bandwidth 2x 76.8 kHz
File length approx. 500 MB
Play time per file approx. 10 minutes
Included PRPS services have the polynomial G23(x)=x23 + x18 + 1, register contents
are initially all set to binary 1.
2.2Naming conventions
DRM setting files (chapter 2.3)
The file name consists of:
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MSC mapping type
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MSC lower protection level
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MSC higher protection level
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SDC protection level
Example: MSC_4QAM_MSC_LPP_0_MSC_HPP_0_SDC_1.wv
This file has the following characteristics:
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MSC mapping type: 4QAM
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MSC lower protection level (MSC_LPP): 0
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MSC higher protection level (MSC_HPP): 0
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SDC protection level (SDC): 1
DRM service files (chapter 2.3)
The file name consists of:
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Services
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Number of services
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Audio coding of each service
Example: Services_3_HE-AAC_HE-AAC_PRBS.wv
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This file has the following characteristics:
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EN 303 345 DRM testing files (chapter2.5)
The file name consists of:
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Example: VHF_wanted.wv
In this standard, there are three different frequency bands defined. Only the VHF band
uses robustness mode E. The other frequency bands use robustness mode B and are
excluded from this library. These files are part of the waveform library R&S SMCVBKV11 DRM Waveforms (1434.5370.xx).
Available waveform files
DRM settings
Contains 3 services
Audio coding: service 0: HE-AAC; service 1: HE-AAC; service 2: data PRBS
Frequency band
Wanted/unwanted signal
2.3DRM settings
2.3.14QAM MSC mapping
Describes the files with 4QAM MSC mapping and different protection levels.