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Safety Instructions

R&S

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 ZVAX24

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Quick Start Guide 1312.7985.62 ─ 03

USB Connection to the Analyzer

The extension unit is intended for direct connection to R&S ZVA24 network analyzers
according to the instructions in 

chapter 2.2.2, "USB FROM NWA"

, on page 13 and

in the analyzer’s help system. Do not connect the unit to other USB hosts, e.g. a PC,
or insert any USB hubs between the analyzer and the unit, as this may cause damage
to the unit or the host.

It is safe to connect or disconnect the extension unit while the network analyzer is
operating. Never connect the unit during a firmware update.

Summary of Contents for ZVAX24

Page 1: ...R S ZVAX24 Extension Unit Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide 1312 7985 62 03 Test Measurement...

Page 2: ...B272 order no 1311 2580 02 Pulse Modulator Generator Port 3 R S ZVAX B273 order no 1311 2596 02 High Power Coupler Port 1 R S ZVAX B291 order no 1311 2609 02 High Power Coupler Port 2 R S ZVAX B292 o...

Page 3: ...4 2 2 7 EXT PULSE GENERATOR IN OUT 15 2 3 Putting the Extension Unit into Operation 15 2 3 1 Unpacking the Extension Unit 15 2 3 2 Instrument Setup 16 2 3 3 Bench Top Operation 16 2 3 4 Mounting the E...

Page 4: ...Start Guide 1312 7985 62 03 3 5 Pulse Generator Signals 24 3 6 Pulse Profile Mode 26 3 7 Calibration 26 3 8 Measurement 26 3 9 Possible Extensions 27 3 10 Additional Information 28 4 Overview of R S...

Page 5: ...eiver power range at port 2 External ampli fiers may be used to boost the RF powers Notice the maximum RF powers of the extension unit and the network analyzer quoted in the data sheets Moreover obser...

Page 6: ...the instructions in chapter 2 2 2 USB FROM NWA on page 13 and in the analyzer s help system Do not connect the unit to other USB hosts e g a PC or insert any USB hubs between the analyzer and the uni...

Page 7: ...CD ROM 2 1 Front Panel Tour The front panel of the extension unit provides the standby key two type A USB connec tors and RF connectors for ports 1 2 and 3 2 1 1 Standby Key The standby key connects d...

Page 8: ...An RF connection to any of the network analyzer ports requires option R S ZVA24 B16 Direct Generator Receiver Access on the analyzer side RF emissions To comply with the emission requirements always...

Page 9: ...e test port connector of the network analyzer To provide a high power RF source signal at the PORT 1 connector and measure the input signal at PORT 1 connect the extension unit as follows SOURCE IN ZV...

Page 10: ...connectors are available Two 2 92 mm connectors MEAS IN and MEAS OUT To modify the test signal mea sured at analyzer port 2 connect the 2 92 mm connectors as follows MEAS IN ZVAX to MEAS OUT NWA MEAS...

Page 11: ...t power of 43 dBm is allowed only if none of the options R S ZVAX B203 Low Noise Preamplifier R S ZVAX B252 Harmonic Filter Source Port 2 and R S ZVAX B272 Pulse Modulator Source Port 2 is switched in...

Page 12: ...t 3 connect the 2 92 mm connectors as fol lows SOURCE IN ZVAX to SOURCE OUT NWA If needed connect an external ampli fier to the PORT 3 SOURCE 2 92 mm connectors on the rear panel to boost the source p...

Page 13: ...USB is used to control the extension unit from an R S ZVA24 vector network analyzer Connect the USB FROM NWA connector to any of the type A USB connectors at the front or rear panel of the analyzer A...

Page 14: ...requirements always use semirigid cables preferably the cables supplied with the extension unit to connect external components or close the OUT IN loops 2 2 6 CASCADE IN Input connector for pulse gene...

Page 15: ...ing the Extension Unit into Operation This section describes the basic steps to be taken when setting up the extension unit for the first time Risk of instrument damage Before switching on the instrum...

Page 16: ...Instrument Setup The extension unit is designed for use under laboratory conditions either on a bench top or in a rack The general ambient conditions required at the operating site are as follows The...

Page 17: ...Secure the units stacked on top of it against slipping e g by locking their feet on the top front frame When the unit is standing on its folded out feet do not work under the unit and do not put anyth...

Page 18: ...tomatically adapted to the AC supply voltage The supply voltage must be in the range 100 V to 240 V 50 Hz to 60 Hz The mains connector is located at the rear panel Connect the extension unit to the AC...

Page 19: ...p procedure You can also switch on both instruments before you connect the USB control cable Shock hazard The unit is still power supplied while it is in standby mode 2 3 9 Replacing Fuses The mains c...

Page 20: ...The extension unit can be stored at the temperature range quoted in the data sheet When it is stored for a longer period of time the unit should be protected against dust The original packing should b...

Page 21: ...R S ZVAX24 extension unit equipped with option R S ZVAX24 B271 Pulse Modulator Generator Port 1 3 2 Measurement Principle The pulse modulator option R S ZVAX24 B271 provides a pulsed source signal at...

Page 22: ...SOURCE OUT ZVAX to SOURCE IN NWA See also chapter 2 1 3 1 RF Con nectors Port 1 on page 8 Control connection Connect USB FROM NWA ZVAX to any of the USB type A connectors at the front or rear panel of...

Page 23: ...ic in this dialog shows all RF modules installed in the extension unit The dialog below corresponds to a fully equipped extension unit The source signal path for port 1 corresponds to the highlighted...

Page 24: ...enerator provides single pulses with defined width and period or sequences of pulses pulse trains In the example below a single pulse with a width of 1 4 s is generated The pulse is repeated after a p...

Page 25: ...and configure the Pulse Parameters as shown above 3 In the Define Pulse Generator dialog click Define Sync Generator and ensure that the Sync signal is configured as shown below Fig 3 5 Define Sync G...

Page 26: ...libration The source signal from port 1 is attenuated on its way through the R S ZVAX24 extension unit The unit stores a number of power correction data sets to account for the effects of the differen...

Page 27: ...teepness of the edges of the S21 pulse arises from ratioing b a and does not provide a measure for the rise and fall times of the pulse itself 3 9 Possible Extensions The extension unit R S ZVAX24 can...

Page 28: ...ormation For a comprehensive description of the measurement dialogs related to the R S ZVAX24 including remote control refer to the R S ZVA online help system or to the printable operating manual whic...

Page 29: ...in the NWA receiver To be used for accurate harmonics measurements Harmonic Filter Source Port 3 R S ZVAX B253 Provides an RF source signal with excellent harmonic suppression at port 3 Harmonic filte...

Page 30: ...xample 21 Measurement principle 21 O Options overview 29 P Packing 20 PORT 1 2 3 SOURCE 14 Power calibration 26 Power on off 18 Power supply 18 Pulse generator 24 PULSE GENERATOR OUT 15 Pulse Generato...

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