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RN200 Mono Software User Manual

 

 

 

1.3

 

Product Features 

1.

 

Tight integration: This system integrates a mmWave chamber, test instruments, signal 
links, and a system control module into one unit, reducing system integration complexity. 
By turning the RN200 into a full-function test system, the RN200 can cover passive test, 
active test and RF performance test; it can also be upgraded to support mmWave 
phase/amplitude calibration and radar target simulations. The RN200 fully covers a 
mmWave device’s R&D test requirements from antenna design, modular test to whole 
device performance evaluation, and it is a versatile “test tool” for design engineers to do 
debugging and performance verification. Meanwhile, the integrated design ensures high 
system test accuracy that delivers results that are superior to the conventional “chamber 
+ instrument” types. 

2.

 

Flexible configuration: The test function configuration process is flexible. Different users 
or different applications can utilize particular test functions such as passive test, active 
test and RF test, etc. Customers can select one or multiple test functions for the system 
to help save on costs, and to eliminate system redundancy.   

3.

 

Compact size: The RN200’s exterior dimensions are 700mm (L) 

× 

620mm (W

) × 

950mm 

(H) and weighs less than 140kg. It can be placed on a test bench, allowing engineers to 
carry out debugging and verification tasks in a small space. 

4.

 

Cost-effective: The built-in test module provides general-purpose, high-performance test 
functions such as those provided by a basic spectrum analyzer, vector network analyzer, 
and signal analyzer. Eliminating unneeded test functions lowers test equipment costs. 
The RN200 is more cost-effective than conventional mmWave OTA systems. 

5.

 

Patented reflector design: The RN200 has a serrated edge reflector which is seamlessly 
surrounded by absorbers; such a design improves the quality of the quiet zone. Its 
average amplitude variation within the quiet zone is less than ±1dB and its average phase 
variation is less than ±5°

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Summary of Contents for RN200 mono

Page 1: ...RN200 mmWave OTA Test System AeroGT Labs October 20 2022...

Page 2: ...ch information updates File name RN200 mmWave OTA Test System User Manual Document number GTS PC SD 008 Document version A1 2022 9 23 Revision of records Edition Date Prepared by Reviewed by Approved...

Page 3: ...tive Test RF Test 12 3 2 1 Active non signaling RF test with built in test module 12 3 2 2 Active Signaling RF test with test instrument 13 3 2 3 Active non signaling RF test with test instrument 13 4...

Page 4: ...tests according to various technical requirements This system supports many functions arbitrary vector signal generation VSG arbitrary vector signal analysis VSA spectrum analysis S21 amplitude phase...

Page 5: ...igned for vector signal generation and analysis is ideal for 5G non signaling FR1 FR2 testing Its multiple RF input output channels support the real parallel test which can improve test efficiency and...

Page 6: ...o support and rotate the DUT and provide high precision motion control for testing the DUT 6 The RF link mainly includes some RF components such as mmWave feeds reflectors transmission cables amplifie...

Page 7: ...s is flexible Different users or different applications can utilize particular test functions such as passive test active test and RF test etc Customers can select one or multiple test functions for t...

Page 8: ...requency error LO leakage EVM etc Note Tx signal can be a user defined arbitrary wave Rx test Receiving power level receiving sensitivity DUT should support signal demodulation Note system receives ar...

Page 9: ...Quiet Zone QZ 200 x 200 x 200mm 7 9 x 7 9 x 7 9 inch QZ Amplitude Variation 1dB QZ Phase Variation 5 Dimensions 700L 620W 950H 24 4 x 37 2 x 27 8 inch Max DUT Weight 5 kg Passive Test Accuracy 1 dB TR...

Page 10: ...e Name Description Feeds With H and V polarization Reflector Converting spherical waves to plane waves and vice versa Positioner Turntable Movement along Phi axis Theta axis LAN port For external conn...

Page 11: ...e User Manual 8 2 2 Coordinate Systems The RN200 coordinate systems are shown in Figure 4 Figure 4 Coordinate Systems 2 3 Interface Panel The RN200 interface panel is shown in Figure 5 Figure 5 Interf...

Page 12: ...rnal instrument is in use Signal Indicator A red light indicates an error A blinking yellow light indicates that the system is booting up A green light indicates a normal status and the system is oper...

Page 13: ...ect connection to the RN200 to the control PC via the LAN port with an RJ45 cable or connect to a network switch optional firstly then connect to the control PC indirectly 2 Use a USB cable and connec...

Page 14: ...Type B port on the interface panel with a USB port on the control PC 3 Connect the DUT to the RF port on the positioner with an RF cable 4 Connect Port1 of the VNA to the PSV port on the interface pa...

Page 15: ...the internal test module is shown in Figure 8 Figure 8 Active RF test system diagram with ODC200 Cables connection instructions 1 Directly connect the RN200 to the control PC via the LAN port with an...

Page 16: ...nnect the device s USB Type B port on the interface panel with a USB port on the control PC 3 Connect the uplink downlink signal of the wireless tester instrument to the SPDT RF switch and connect the...

Page 17: ...ork switch then connect the control PC to the network switch with an RJ45 cable 2 Use a USB cable and connect the device s USB Type B port on the interface panel with a USB port on the control PC Conn...

Page 18: ...vers to open the wooden crate Take caution not to prevent damage to the product during unpacking Please refer to Figure 11 for precautions Picture 11 Device Warning Label The part list for the RN200 m...

Page 19: ...RN200 Mono Software User Manual 16 Figure 12 RN200 mmWave OTA Chamber Figure 13 110V 10A Power Cord...

Page 20: ...RN200 Mono Software User Manual 17 Figure 14 CAT6 LAN Cable Figure 15 USB Type A to Type B Data Cable...

Page 21: ...e RN200 out of its packing box and place it on a flat and firm desktop 2 Connect the power cord to the RN200 then plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet 3 Connect a LAN cable to the...

Page 22: ...o Internal Instrument 2 Press the power button the button should turn green 3 The signal indicator will flashes yellow indicating the controlling and testing module is booting up After about 30 second...

Page 23: ...the product in extreme heat cold dusty corrosive or high humidity environments 8 When operating the device wear static wrist straps 9 When the device is powered on and a fault occurs turn off the pow...

Page 24: ...cleaned and maintained regularly Please power off the device before the cleaning and maintenance 1 Chamber cleaning Use a soft damp and clean rag Wipe off dust and dirt from the surface 2 Instrument r...

Page 25: ...omputer and the RN200 are not configured in the same local area network 1 Observe whether the signal indicator is normal or not and check the network cable connection 2 Configure the PC and the RN200...

Page 26: ...istake 4 Use another DUT and re run the test 9 3 Device Verification 1 Before starting to use the RN200 for a test please use a DUT golden unit that has stable performance to perform the OTA system ve...

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