Basic Operation
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ZVA-Z90E / -Z110E
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3.9
Troubleshooting
The table below lists possible errors and remedies.
Error
Possible cause
Remedy
No output signal, LED next to the
mains switch on the rear of the
converter panel off.
Converter not power-supplied
Check power supply and fuse
(see
Power control fails, frequency
converter operates at maximum
output power.
Control connection not estab-
lished
Check connecting cable and port
assignment of control connectors.
Inaccurate converter source lev-
els
Insufficient settling time, espe-
cially for fast sweep and strong
power variations
Increase sweep time ("Channel >
Sweep > Sweep Time")
Inaccurate converter source lev-
els, even at reduced speed
Power coefficients entered and
converters do not match, e.g. the
coefficients of port 1 and port 2
are interchanged
Make sure that all coefficients are
correct and assigned to the right
analyzer ports (see
3.10
Additional Information
For a comprehensive description of the frequency converter mode including remote
control refer to the R&S ZVA/ZVT online help system or to the printable operating man-
ual, which is available for download at
http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/zva
.
Application notes related to the frequency converter are also available for download,
see
http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/zva-z
The text book "Fundamentals of Vector Network Analysis" by Michael Hiebel is an ideal
complement for the information given in the user documentation. The book combines
theoretical background and practical measurements on an R&S ZVA network analyzer.
In case of interest please contact your local R&S office.
Additional Information