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Trying Out the Instrument

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SMB100B

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Getting Started 1422.1045.02 ─ 03

a) Select "Mode > Auto" to run the sweep continuously.
b) Select "Shape > Sawtooth" to set the waveform shape of the sweep signal.
c) Select "Spacing > Linear", to determine the calculation method for the fre-

quency shift of a step.

d) Set "Dwell Time > 15.0 ms", to determine the time interval of the sweep

steps.

5. Select the "Frequency Range" tab.

Generating an RF Frequency Sweep Signal

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Summary of Contents for SMB100B

Page 1: ...R S SMB100B RF Signal Generator Getting Started Getting Started Version 03 1422104502 F 2...

Page 2: ...l info rohde schwarz com Internet www rohde schwarz com 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 tradema...

Page 3: ...2 3 4 Instrument Security Procedures 13 3 5 Basic Safety Instructions 13 3 6 Data Sheets and Brochures 13 3 7 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment OSA 13 3 8 Application Notes Application Card...

Page 4: ...1 2 Utility Keys 28 5 1 3 On Standby 29 5 1 4 Function Keys 29 5 1 5 Keypad 29 5 1 6 Navigation Controls 30 5 1 6 1 Rotary Knob 30 5 1 6 2 Editing Keys 30 5 1 6 3 Navigation Keys 31 5 1 7 Display Key...

Page 5: ...us Bar 48 7 3 2 Tile Diagram 48 7 3 3 Taskbar 49 7 3 4 Additional Display Characteristics 50 7 4 Accessing the Functionality 51 7 5 Entering Data 52 7 5 1 Entering Numeric Parameters 53 7 5 2 Entering...

Page 6: ...Contents R S SMB100B 6 Getting Started 1422 1045 02 03...

Page 7: ...traightforward and intuitive operation the signal generator makes signal generation fast and easy Outstanding key features of the R S SMB100B are SCPI macro recorder and code generator for generating...

Page 8: ...on page 8 The same information is provided in many languages as printed Safety Instructions The printed Safety Instructions are delivered with the R S SMB100B Throughout the documentation safety instr...

Page 9: ...he product up to an altitude of 2000 m above sea level The product is suitable for pollution degree 2 environ ments where nonconductive contamination can occur For more information on environmental co...

Page 10: ...that they cannot be dam aged Check the power cables regularly to ensure that they are undamaged Also ensure that nobody can trip over loose cables If the product needs an external power supply use th...

Page 11: ...t this terminal to a grounded external conductor or to protective ground This protects you against electric shock should an electric problem occur 2 2 Labels on R S SMB100B Labels on the casing inform...

Page 12: ...tains 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 infor...

Page 13: ...nstrument 3 6 Data Sheets and Brochures The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R S SMB100B It also lists the options and their order numbers and optional accessories The brochure...

Page 14: ...045 02 03 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 s...

Page 15: ...ck the R S SMB100B carefully 2 Retain the original packing material Use it to protect the control elements and connectors when transporting or shipping the R S SMB100B later See also chapter Transport...

Page 16: ...dential environments due to possible conducted and radiated disturbances It is therefore not suitable for class B environments If class A equipment causes radio disturbances take appropriate measures...

Page 17: ...ed 250 N Too many instruments max 500 N Correct Different dimensions max 250 N 4 NOTICE Overheating can damage the R S SMB100B Prevent overheating as follows Keep a minimum distance of 10 cm between t...

Page 18: ...with a tightening torque of 1 2 Nm to secure the R S SMB100B at the rack To unmount the R S SMB100B from a rack 1 Loosen the screws at the rack brackets 2 Bring the lifting equipment to shelf height...

Page 19: ...ost likely to occur when you connect or disconnect a DUT NOTICE Risk of electrostatic discharge Electrostatic discharge can damage the electronic components of the R S SMB100B and the device under tes...

Page 20: ...static IP address is configured If switched on and connected to the LAN the R S SMB100B displays the address information on the screen Figure 4 1 IP address indication on the screen example See also t...

Page 21: ...keyboard automatically A detected keyboard has the default layout English US To connect a mouse Connect the mouse to any of the USB connectors When connected the R S SMB100B detects the mouse automati...

Page 22: ...e with the connector proceed as follows a Carefully align the connector of the cable and the connector along a com mon axis b Mate the connectors along the common axis until the male pin of the inner...

Page 23: ...e connectors BNC on page 22 To connect to Ref In Ref Out reference 1 GHz For connection the R S SMB100B provides SMA connectors 1 Use a high quality cable that matches the connector type See Cable sel...

Page 24: ...nary with a spanner For more information see chapter Handling of the application note 1MA99 Table 4 2 Connector types and torque limits Type Torque limit Nut opening lb Inch Nm Inch mm N 13 3 1 5 3 4...

Page 25: ...efault set tings When restarting the instrument the settings depend on the instrument configuration before shut down See the chapter Saving and Recalling Instrument Settings in the user man ual When t...

Page 26: ...te 1 NOTICE Risk of data loss If you disconnect the R S SMB100B from power when it is in the ready state you can lose settings and data Shut it down first Set the toggle switch on the power supply to...

Page 27: ...For specifications of the interfaces refer to the data sheet The meanings of the labels on the R S SMB100B are described in Chapter 2 2 Labels on R S SMB100B on page 11 5 1 Front Panel Tour This sect...

Page 28: ...ormation on page 47 Figure 5 2 Touchscreen The touch sensitive panel provides an alternative means of user interaction for quick and easy handling of the instrument see Chapter 7 2 Means of Manual Int...

Page 29: ...On Standby key indicates the instrument state see Chap ter 4 11 Switching On or Off on page 24 5 1 4 Function Keys Function keys provide access to the most common generator settings and func tions You...

Page 30: ...factor Thus they have the same function as an Enter key 5 1 6 Navigation Controls The navigation controls include a rotary knob navigation keys and the display keys They allow you to navigate within...

Page 31: ...alls the next dialog level Confirms and closes open input windows Backspace key Deletes the character to the left of the cursor in editing mode 5 1 6 3 Navigation Keys As an alternative to the rotary...

Page 32: ...is set on the first entry again Undo Reverts the last operation User Adds a parameter to the user menu for quick access 5 1 8 USB Connector Female USB type A connector to connect devices like a keyboa...

Page 33: ...r BNC 12 Pulse Video and Pulse Ext connectors BNC 13 Signal Valid output connector BNC 14 Inst Trig input connector BNC 15 Serial number six digits in the string 1400 1000 02 serial number checksum 5...

Page 34: ...g the following tasks Connecting the internal power supply to the power source Disconnecting the internal power supply from the power source How to Chapter 4 6 Connecting to Power on page 19 S P Dif O...

Page 35: ...external pulse modulation signal or an external trigger gate signal for the pulse generator Signal Valid Output signal that marks the valid signal times valid level and frequency for all analog modula...

Page 36: ...rst signal generation tasks explain how to generate an unmodulated signal to configure the RF signal output and how you can vary the RF frequency and level in sweep mode The instrument is manually ope...

Page 37: ...1045 02 03 The on screen key pad closes and the frequency value is displayed 3 To set the signal level tap the Level field and enter the level in the same way 4 To activate RF signal output select Lev...

Page 38: ...SMB100B 38 Getting Started 1422 1045 02 03 The blue colored RF On icon indicates that the RF output is activated The R S SMB100B provides the 6 GHz signal at the RF connector at the front panel Gener...

Page 39: ...el dialogs Try out the settings dialogs 1 In the Frequency tile select Frequency a In the RF Frequency tab tap the Frequency field b Set the frequency via the on screen keypad 2 Access the RF Level di...

Page 40: ...h periodi cally varying frequencies or amplitudes This example deals with an RF signal with varying frequency and constant level To configure the sweep you need to determine a defined start and end fr...

Page 41: ...usly b Select Shape Sawtooth to set the waveform shape of the sweep signal c Select Spacing Linear to determine the calculation method for the fre quency shift of a step d Set Dwell Time 15 0 ms to de...

Page 42: ...the sweep dialog Alternatively tap the Home button to minimize the dialog The R S SMB100B indicates the Sweep dialog as active dialog in the task bar 8 To activate the RF signal output select Level R...

Page 43: ...l 3 In the Save Recall dialog select Operation Mode Save 4 Tap the Filename use the on screen keyboard and enter MyTestSignal 5 Tap the Save button The file MyTestSignal savrcltxt is stored in the def...

Page 44: ...l button All instrument settings are restored and the display resembles Chapter 6 2 Generating an RF Frequency Sweep Signal on page 40 which shows the instrument display right before the settings were...

Page 45: ...1422 1045 02 03 Try out the following Touch and hold a spot in the tile diagram for at least 1 second to access the context sensitive menu Select Mark All Parameters Changed from Preset All changed p...

Page 46: ...d rotary knob or an optional mouse and or keyboard The following description shows how to operate the instrument manually Remote control Create programs to automatize repeating settings tests and meas...

Page 47: ...ion keys and rotary knob The front panel provides nearly all functions and controls to operate the instru ment in the classic way without touchscreen Optional mouse and or keyboard These devices work...

Page 48: ...8 Tile Diagram 48 Taskbar 49 Additional Display Characteristics 50 7 3 1 Status Bar The status bar at the top of the screen indicates the RF frequency and the level of the output signal provided to th...

Page 49: ...bar The Taskbar shows a home and an info button and assigns a labeled button whenever you open a dialog If more dialogs are open than the taskbar can dis play touch and swipe the taskbar to scroll up...

Page 50: ...gray On Screen keypads As additional means of interacting with the instrument without having to con nect an external keyboard either a numerical or alphanumerical on screen keypad appears when you ac...

Page 51: ...ly with the touchscreen This sec tion provides an overview of the accessing methods The instrument s functions and settings can be accessed by selecting one of the following elements System and functi...

Page 52: ...evices with touchscreen Perform one of the following actions Tap the Close icon in the upper right corner Press the Esc key on the front panel Drag and drop a minimized dialog from the taskbar to the...

Page 53: ...of the parameter 1 Enter the numeric value 2 Tap the unit button to complete the entry The unit is added to the entry 3 If the parameter does not require a unit confirm the entered value by pressing E...

Page 54: ...Getting Information and Help In some dialog boxes graphics are included to explain the way a setting works For further information you can use the following sources Tooltips give the value range of t...

Page 55: ...ons To open general help Press the yellow Help key on the front panel If a dialog box is opened the help topic for the current tab is shown Other wise the Contents page appears Navigating in the table...

Page 56: ...opic is displayed 7 7 Remote Control In addition to working with the R S SMB100B interactively located directly at the instrument it is also possible to operate and control it from a remote PC The R S...

Page 57: ...instrument Thus remote operation of the instrument is possible Instrument control from a remote computer To access the basic utility functions of the R S SMB100B perform a right mouse click the block...

Page 58: ...ion 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 instrume...

Page 59: ...d 35 Stereo L R 34 USB 32 34 USB In 34 Context sensitive menu 50 D Data entry 52 Data sheets 13 Dialog boxes 51 Display Active elements 50 Context sensitive menu 50 Info line 50 Information 47 On scre...

Page 60: ...ng in a rack 17 Mouse Usage 47 N Navigation Keys 31 Navigation controls Overview 30 Numeric data entry 52 Numeric parameters 53 O On screen keyboard 54 On screen keypad 50 Open source acknowledgment O...

Page 61: ...y 48 Stereo L R connector 34 Switching On or off 24 T Tab labels 50 Text entry 52 Tile diagram Display 48 Tooltips Show 54 Touchscreen 28 Compared with mouse 47 Usage 47 U Unpacking the instrument 15...

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