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3.6 Connecting a cable to the host interface
For connecting the power sensor to a USB host, use the host interface. See Chap-
ter 4.3, "Host interface" , on page 20.
Depending on the USB host, use one of the following cables:
●
Computer or R&S NRP
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Z5 sensor hub:
R&S NRP
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ZKU cable with a USB connector
See Chapter 3.7.1, "Computer" , on page 15.
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Base units or other supported Rohde & Schwarz instruments:
R&S NRP
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ZK6 cable with a push-pull type connector
See Chapter 3.7.2, "Base unit" , on page 18.
These cables can be obtained in different lengths up to 5 meters. The order numbers
are provided in the data sheet.
To connect a cable to the host interface of the power sensor
1. Insert the screw-lock cable connector into the host interface connector of the power
sensor.
2. Tighten the union nut manually.
To disconnect the host interface of the power sensor
1. Loosen the union nut of the screw-lock cable connector.
2. Remove the cable.
3.7 Connecting to a controlling host
As a controlling host, you can use:
●
Computer
●
Base unit
For operating the power sensor, you can choose from various possibilities. For details,
see
Chapter 5, "Operating concepts" , on page 22.
3.7.1 Computer
If the controlling host is a computer, you can operate the power sensor in several ways.
For details, see
Chapter 5, "Operating concepts" , on page 22.
► Establish the connection using:
● Host interface
See Chapter 3.7.1.1, "Simple USB connection" , on page 16.
See Chapter 3.7.1.2, "R&S NRP
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Z5 sensor hub setup" , on page 16.
Connecting to a controlling host