R&S SMA100B Manuale utente
R&S®SMA100B
RF Signal Generator
Getting Started
Getting Started
Version 07
1419862002
(>CäD2)
Contents
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Contents
1 Safety Information................................................................. 7
2 Key Features.......................................................................... 8
3 Documentation Overview......................................................9
3.1 Getting Started Manual.........................................................................9
3.2 User Manuals and Help........................................................................ 9
3.3 Service Manual......................................................................................9
3.4 Instrument Security Procedures....................................................... 10
3.5 Basic Safety Instructions................................................................... 10
3.6 Data Sheets and Brochures............................................................... 10
3.7 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA).............10
3.8 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc...............11
4 Preparing for Use.................................................................12
4.1 Putting into Operation........................................................................ 12
4.1.1 EMI Suppression...................................................................................13
4.1.2 Unpacking and Checking the Instrument.............................................. 14
4.1.3 Accessory List.......................................................................................14
4.1.4 Placing or Mounting the Instrument...................................................... 14
4.1.5 Connecting AC Power...........................................................................17
4.1.6 Turning the Instrument On and Off....................................................... 17
4.1.7 Functional Check.................................................................................. 19
4.1.8 Checking the Supplied Options and Licenses...................................... 19
4.2 Connecting USB Devices................................................................... 20
4.3 Setting Up a Network (LAN) Connection.......................................... 20
4.3.1 Connecting the Instrument to the Network............................................21
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5 Instrument Tour................................................................... 23
5.1 Front Panel Tour..................................................................................23
5.1.1 Touchscreen..........................................................................................24
5.1.2 Utility Keys............................................................................................ 26
5.1.3 On/Standby........................................................................................... 26
5.1.4 Function Keys....................................................................................... 26
5.1.5 Keypad..................................................................................................27
5.1.6 Navigation Controls...............................................................................27
5.1.6.1 Rotary Knob.......................................................................................... 27
5.1.6.2 Editing Keys.......................................................................................... 27
5.1.6.3 Navigation Keys.................................................................................... 28
5.1.7 Display Keys......................................................................................... 29
5.1.8 USB Connector..................................................................................... 29
5.1.9 SD card slot.......................................................................................... 29
5.1.10 Sensor...................................................................................................29
5.1.11 RF 50 Ω.................................................................................................30
5.1.12 Pulse Signal Connectors.......................................................................31
5.1.13 LF Modulation Connectors....................................................................32
5.1.14 Clock Synthesizer Connectors..............................................................32
5.2 Rear Panel Tour...................................................................................32
5.2.1 Connectors............................................................................................34
6 Trying Out the Instrument...................................................37
6.1 Generating an Unmodulated Carrier................................................. 37
6.2 Generating an RF Frequency Sweep Signal.....................................41
6.3 Saving and Recalling Settings...........................................................43
7 Instrument Control.............................................................. 47
7.1 Possible Ways to Operate the Instrument........................................ 47
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7.2 Means of Manual Interaction..............................................................48
7.3 Understanding the Display Information............................................48
7.3.1 Status Bar............................................................................................. 49
7.3.2 Tile Diagram..........................................................................................49
7.3.3 Taskbar................................................................................................. 50
7.3.4 Additional Display Characteristics.........................................................51
7.4 Accessing the Functionality.............................................................. 52
7.5 Entering Data.......................................................................................53
7.5.1 Entering Numeric Parameters...............................................................54
7.5.2 Entering Alphanumeric Parameters...................................................... 54
7.5.3 Undo and Redo Actions........................................................................ 55
7.6 Getting Information and Help............................................................ 55
7.7 Remote Control................................................................................... 57
7.8 Remote Operation over VNC..............................................................58
Index..................................................................................... 59
Safety Information
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1 Safety Information
The product documentation helps you use the R&S SMA100B safely and effi-
ciently. Follow the instructions provided here and in the printed "Basic Safety
Instructions". Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other users.
Intended use
The R&S SMA100B is intended for the development, production and verification
of electronic components and devices in industrial, administrative, and laboratory
environments. Use the R&S SMA100B only for its designated purpose. Observe
the operating conditions and performance limits stated in the data sheet.
Where do I find safety information?
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you about the
potential dangers and gives instructions how to prevent personal injuries or dam-
age caused by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
●The printed "Basic Safety Instructions" provide safety information in many lan-
guages and are delivered with the R&S SMA100B.
●Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you
need to take care during setup or operation.
Key Features
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2 Key Features
The R&S SMA100B is a new high-performance signal generator developed to
meet demanding customer requirements. Offering excellent signal characteristic
and straightforward and intuitive operation, the signal generator makes signal
generation fast and easy.
Outstanding key features of the R&S SMA100B are:
●Frequency range from 8 kHz to up to 67 GHz (overrange 72 GHz)
●Excellent signal quality
●Excellent single sideband (SSB) phase noise
●Nearly no wideband noise
●Very high output power
●Low harmonics
●Unique pulse train generation
●High-stability reference oscillator
●Intuitive operation via touchscreen with the tile diagram as key element
For more information, see data sheet.
Documentation Overview
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3 Documentation Overview
This section provides an overview of the R&S SMA100B user documentation.
Unless specified otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S SMA100B prod-
uct page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/sma100b
3.1 Getting Started Manual
Introduces the R&S SMA100B and describes how to set up and start working with
the product. Includes basic operations, typical measurement examples, and gen-
eral information, e.g. safety instructions, etc. A printed version is delivered with
the instrument.
3.2 User Manuals and Help
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, instru-
ment interfaces and error messages. Includes the contents of the getting started
manual.
The contents of the user manuals are available as help in the R&S SMA100B.
The help offers quick, context-sensitive access to the complete information.
All user manuals are also available for download or for immediate display on the
Internet.
3.3 Service Manual
Describes the performance test for checking the rated specifications, module
replacement and repair, firmware update, troubleshooting and fault elimination,
and contains mechanical drawings and spare part lists.
Service Manual
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The service manual is available for registered users on the global
Rohde & Schwarz information system (GLORIS, https://gloris.rohde-
schwarz.com).
3.4 Instrument Security Procedures
Deals with security issues when working with the R&S SMA100B in secure areas.
It is available for download on the Internet.
3.5 Basic Safety Instructions
Contains safety instructions, operating conditions and further important informa-
tion. The printed document is delivered with the instrument.
3.6 Data Sheets and Brochures
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S SMA100B. 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/sma100b
3.7 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledg-
ment (OSA)
The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the cur-
rent 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/sma100b
Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)
Documentation Overview
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3.8 Application Notes, Application Cards, White
Papers, etc.
These documents deal with special applications or background information on
particular topics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/application/sma100b
Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.
Preparing for Use
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4 Preparing for Use
●Putting into Operation..................................................................................... 12
●Connecting USB Devices................................................................................20
●Setting Up a Network (LAN) Connection.........................................................20
4.1 Putting into Operation
This section describes the basic steps to be taken when setting up the
R&S SMA100B for the first time.
Risk of injury due to disregarding safety information
Observe the information on appropriate operating conditions provided in the
data sheet to prevent personal injury or damage to the instrument. Read
and observe the basic safety instructions provided with the instrument, in
addition to the safety instructions in the following sections. In particular:
●Do not open the instrument casing.
Risk of instrument damage due to inappropriate operating conditions
Specific operating conditions are required to ensure accurate measure-
ments and to avoid damage to the instrument. Observe the information on
appropriate operating conditions provided in the basic safety instructions
and the instrument's data sheet.
Putting into Operation
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