Page 1: Operating Manual
® R&S FSVA/FSV Signal and Spectrum Analyzer Operating Manual (;ÚÙ:2) 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 2 This manual describes the following R&S FSVA/FSV models with firmware version 3.20 and higher: ● ® R&S FSVA4 (1321.3008K05) ● R&S ® FSVA7 (1321.3008K08) ● ® R&S FSVA13 (1321.3008K14) ● ® R&S FSVA30 (1321.3008K31) ● R&S ® FSVA40 (1321.3008K41) ●...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
® Contents R&S FSVA/FSV Contents 1 Preface....................5 For Your Safety......................5 Documentation Overview..................... 5 Notes for Users of R&S FSV 1307.9002Kxx Models..........7 Conventions Used in the Documentation..............7 How to Use the Help System..................8 2 Quick Start.................... 10 Front and Rear Panel View..................10...
Page 4 7 Appendix: LAN Interface..............1056 Configuring the Network..................1056 Operation with Windows Remote Desktop ............1063 Operation with a VNC Client.................. 1066 Starting and Terminating Remote Operation............1067 Deactivating the R&S FSVA/FSV via Remote Operation........1069 List of Commands................1070 Index....................1087 Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 5: Preface
Quick start guide Introduces the R&S FSVA/FSV and describes how to set up and start working with the product. Includes basic operations, typical measurement examples, and general infor- mation, e.g. safety instructions, etc.. A printed version is delivered with the instrument.
Page 6 The printed document is delivered with the instrument. Data sheet and brochure The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S FSVA/FSV. It also lists the options and their order numbers as well as optional accessories. The brochure provides an overview of the instrument and deals with the specific char- acteristics.
Page 7: Notes For Users Of R&S Fsv 1307.9002Kxx Models
● The R&S FSV 1307.9002K03 model is restricted to a maximum frequency of 3 GHz, whereas the R&S FSVA/FSV1321.3008K04 model has a maximum fre- quency of 4 GHz. ● The bandwidth extension option R&S FSV-B160 (1311.2015.xx) is not available for the R&S FSV 1307.9002Kxx models.
Page 8: How To Use The Help System
® Preface R&S FSVA/FSV How to Use the Help System 1.4.2 Conventions for Procedure Descriptions When describing how to operate the instrument, several alternative methods may be available to perform the same task. In this case, the procedure using the touchscreen is described.
Page 9 ® Preface R&S FSVA/FSV How to Use the Help System ● "Contents" - contains a table of help contents ● "View" - contains a specific help topic ● "Index" - contains index entries to search for help topics ● "Zoom" - contains zoom functions for the help display To change between these tabs, press the tab on the touchscreen.
Page 10: Quick Start
This chapter describes the front panel, including all function keys and connectors. Figure 2-1 shows the front panel view of the R&S FSVA. (The R&S FSV is very simi- lar.) The individual elements are described in more detail in the subsequent sections.
Page 11: Quick Start
® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Front and Rear Panel View Description General device functions e.g. Change Chapter 2.1.1.1, "Function Keys on the Front Panel", mode, Setup, Default Settings, Help. on page 12 USB connector for external devices, e.g. Chapter 2.1.1.3, "Connectors on the Front Panel",...
Page 12 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Front and Rear Panel View 2.1.1.1 Function Keys on the Front Panel A detailed description of the corresponding menus and the other function keys is provi- ded in chapter 6 "Instrument Functions" of the Operating Manual.
Page 13 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Front and Rear Panel View Function key Assigned functions FREQ Sets the center frequency as well as the start and stop frequencies for the frequency range under consideration. This key is also used to set the (CHANNEL) frequency offset and the signal track function.
Page 14 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Front and Rear Panel View Function key Assigned functions Provides the measurement functions: MEAS ● Measurement of multicarrier adjacent channel power (Ch Power ACLR) ● Carrier to noise spacing (C/N C/No) ● Occupied bandwidth (OBW) ●...
Page 15 2.1.1.3 Connectors on the Front Panel This section describes the front connectors and interfaces of the R&S FSVA/FSV. Optional connectors and interfaces are indicated by the option name in brackets. Most connectors on the front panel (except for USB) are located at the bottom right-hand side.
Page 16 PROBE POWER The R&S FSVA/FSV provides a connector for supply voltages of +15 V to -12 V and ground for active probes and preamplifiers. A maximum current of 140 mA is available. This connector is suitable as power supply for high-impedance probes from Agilent.
Page 17 Use the supplied coaxial cable to feed in the LO signal. If no external mixers are con- nected to the R&S FSVA/FSV, cover the two front connectors LO OUT / IF IN and IF IN with the SMA caps supplied.
Page 18 Front and Rear Panel View Three-port mixer 1. Connect the LO OUT / IF IN output of the R&S FSVA/FSV to the LO port of the external mixer. 2. Connect the IF IN input of the R&S FSVA/FSV to the IF port of the external mixer.
Page 19 2.1.2 Rear Panel View Figure 2-3 shows the rear panel view of the R&S FSVA/FSV. The individual elements are described in more detail in the subsequent sections. Optional connectors and inter- faces are indicated by the option name in brackets.
Page 20 When the instrument is switched on, the OCXO requires an extended warm-up time (see data sheet). The LAN interface can be used to connect the R&S FSVA/FSV to a local network for remote control, printouts and data transfer. The assignment of the RJ-45 connector supports twisted-pair category 5 UTP/STP cables in a star configuration (UTP stands for unshielded twisted pair, and STP for shielded twisted pair).
Page 21 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Front and Rear Panel View TRIGGER OUTPUT The female BNC connector can be used to provide a signal to another device. The sig- nal is TTL compatible (0 V / 5 V). The "Trigger out" softkey in the "In-/Output" menu (INPUT/OUTPUT key) is used to control the trigger output.
Page 22 The external generator control option provides an additional GPIB connector and AUX port. The GPIB connector can be used to connect the external generator to the R&S FSVA/ FSV. The AUX port is required for TTL synchronization, if supported by the generator. It is identical to the standard AUX port (see "AUX PORT"...
Page 23: Preparing For Use
(where available). 2.2 Preparing for Use 2.2.1 Putting into Operation This section describes the basic steps to be taken when setting up the R&S FSVA/FSV for the first time. Risk of injury and instrument damage The instrument must be used in an appropriate manner to prevent electric shock, fire, personal injury, or damage.
Page 24 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use Risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage the electronic components of the instrument and the device under test (DUT). ESD is most likely to occur when you connect or dis- connect a DUT or test fixture to the instrument's test ports.
Page 25 Bench Top Operation If the R&S FSVA/FSV is operated on a bench top, the surface should be flat. The instrument can be used in horizontal position, standing on its feet, or with the support feet on the bottom extended.
Page 26 If the instruments have foldable feet, fold them in completely. Rackmounting The R&S FSVA/FSV can be installed in a rack using a rack adapter kit (for the order no., see data sheet). The installation instructions are part of the adapter kit.
Page 27 DC power supply adapter (R&S FSV-B30) can be connected to the R&S FSVA/FSV to operate the instrument with a DC voltage of 10 V to 15 V. Two dif- ferent types of battery packs are available as separate options for the R&S FSVA/FSV.
Page 28 Preparing for Use Switching the DC power supply on 1. Connect the R&S FSVA/FSV DC power supply device to the DC power source (e.g. battery pack or vehicle) as described in the option's installation guide. 2. Set the switch on the DC power supply to "I". A green LED indicates that the DC power supply is ready for operation.
Page 29 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use 2. Switch on the DC power supply adapter as described in "Switching the DC power supply on" on page 28. 3. Press the AC power switch on the rear panel to position "I".
Page 30 (option R&S FSV-B34). For installation instructions see the option's installation guide. Switching on the battery pack 1. Connect the battery pack to the R&S FSVA/FSV as described in the installation guide. Note: The batteries must be charged before initial use, see "Charging the Battery...
Page 31 FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use The R&S FSVA/FSV‑B34 charger is a standalone charging device which can be used to charge all four rechargeable batteries of the R&S FSVA/FSV‑B32 battery pack simultaneously. The rechargeable batteries can be charged at ambient temperatures of 0 °C to +45 °C.
Page 32 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use ‑ B34 charger Figure 2-5: R&S FSVA/FSV LEDs indicate the operating state of each charging slot: ● Charging Green LED flashes ● Charging completed Green LED remains lit ● Fault Red LED lights up 5.
Page 33 2. Change the AC power switch on the rear panel to position "O", or disconnect the instrument from the AC power supply. The R&S FSVA/FSV changes into off mode. Risk of losing data If you switch off the running instrument using the rear panel switch or by disconnecting the power cord, the instrument loses its current settings.
Page 34 For an overview of the available options, refer to the CD. 2.2.2 Connecting USB Devices The USB interfaces of the R&S FSVA/FSV allow you to connect USB devices directly to the instrument. This number can be increased as necessary by using USB hubs.
Page 35 If the driver software is on a CD, connect a USB CD-ROM drive to the instrument before proceeding. When a USB device is then disconnected from the R&S FSVA/FSV, Windows immedi- ately detects the change in hardware configuration and deactivates the corresponding driver.
Page 36 6. In the configuration dialog box, you can switch from the internal monitor (laptop icon) to the external monitor (monitor icon), or both (double monitor icon). If the external monitor is selected, the R&S FSVA/FSV display is disabled. The screen content (measurement screen) formerly displayed on the R&S FSVA/FSV is displayed on the external screen.
Page 37 SYSTem:DISPlay:LANGuage 2.2.4.2 Selecting the Frequency Reference Signal You can switch the reference signal for frequency processing of the R&S FSVA/FSV between the internal reference and an external reference signal at 10 MHz as follows: 1. Press the SETUP key. 2. Press the "Reference Int/Ext" softkey until it is in the desired state.
Page 38 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use 3. Press the "Time + Date" softkey to open the "Date and Time Properties" dialog box. The "Date & Time" tab is displayed. Changing the date 1. Press the arrow on the "Month" field to display the list.
Page 39 FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use If the touchscreen is so out of order that you cannot navigate properly, connect an external mouse to the R&S FSVA/FSV and follow the steps described below to start re- alignment. 1. Press the SETUP key.
Page 40 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use DISP:CMAP:DEF1 DISP:CMAP:DEF2 Using the Predefined Color Set 1. In the screen colors submenu (see "Displaying the Screen Colors Submenu" on page 39), press the "Select Screen Color Set" softkey. The "Select Screen Color Set" dialog box is displayed.
Page 41 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use DISP:CMAP1 ... 41:PDEF <color> Defining and Using a User-Defined Color Set 1. In the screen colors submenu (see "Displaying the Screen Colors Submenu" on page 39), press the "Select Screen Color Set" softkey.
Page 42 2.2.4.6 Setting the Display Power Save Function The R&S FSVA/FSV provides a feature for automatically switching off its screen after a user-defined period of time. The background lighting is disabled if no entries are made from the front panel after the selected response time (key, softkey and rotary knob).
Page 43 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use 3. To change the tab in order to define the second print setting, press the tab on the screen. 4. Define the output by selecting the required options. ● To save the hardcopy in an image file, select one of the image types. Depend- ing on the image type, the color depth varies (e.g.
Page 44 After the R&S FSVA/FSV is started, the operating system boots and the instrument firmware is started automati- cally.
Page 45 Login Windows 7 requires that users identify themselves by entering a user name and pass- word in a login window. By default, the R&S FSVA/FSV provides two user accounts: ● "Instrument": an administrator account with unrestricted access to the computer/ domain Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─...
Page 46 (with full access) in the back- ground when the R&S FSVA/FSV is started, without having to enter a password. This function is active until you explicitly deactivate it or change the password.
Page 47 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use Adapting the automatic login function to a new password If you change the "Instrument" user's (administrator's) password, which is used during automatic login, this function no longer works. You must adapt the settings for the com- mand that activates the auto login function first.
Page 48 2.2.6 Setting Up a Network (LAN) Connection The R&S FSVA/FSV is equipped with a network interface and can be connected to an Ethernet LAN (local area network). Provided the network administrator has assigned you the appropriate rights and adapted the Windows firewall configuration, you can use the interface, for example: ●...
Page 49 Chapter 2.2.6.2, "Assigning the Address", on page 49. Note: As the R&S FSVA/FSV uses a 1 GBit LAN, a crossover cable is not neces- sary (due to Auto-MDI(X) functionality). Risk of network failure Before connecting the instrument to the network or configuring the network, consult your network administrator.
Page 50 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use 2. Press the "General Setup" softkey. 3. Press the "Network Address" softkey. The submenu is displayed. 4. Toggle the "DHCP On/Off" softkey to the required mode. If DHCP is "Off", you must enter the IP address manually, as described in the fol- lowing steps.
Page 51 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use 3. Select "Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Cen- ter". 4. Select "Local Area Connection". 5. In the "Local Area Connection Status" dialog box, select the "Properties" button.
Page 52 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use 7. Select the "Properties" button. 8. On the "General" tab, select "Use the following DNS server addresses" and enter your own DNS addresses. For more information, refer to the Windows Help. 2.2.6.3...
Page 53 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use For example, FSV4-123456 To change the computer name 1. Press the SETUP key and select "General setup" > "Computer name". The current computer name is displayed here. 2. Enter the new computer name and confirm the entry.
Page 54 Instruments of classes A and B can generate and receive software triggers via LAN messages and communicate with each other without involving the controller. The R&S FSVA/FSV complies with LXI Class C. In addition to the general class C fea- tures described above, it provides the following LXI-related functionality: ●...
Page 55 Preparing for Use 2.2.7.1 LXI Configuration Dialog Box This dialog box provides basic LXI functions for the R&S FSVA/FSV. "LXI Configura- tion" is a tab of the "System > System Configuration" dialog box. ● "LXI Status Enabled" switches the LXI logo in the status bar on or off.
Page 56 ► Press the "Device Indicator" toggle button to activate or deactivate the LXI status indication in the status bar of the R&S FSVA/FSV. If it is active, the LXI logo blinks in the status bar. A green LXI status symbol indicates that a LAN connection has...
Page 57 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Preparing for Use been established; a red symbol indicates that no LAN cable is connected. The "Device Indicator" setting is not password-protected. The navigation pane of the browser interface contains the following control elements: ●...
Page 58 A GPIB interface is integrated on the rear panel of the instrument. You can set the GPIB address and the ID response string. The GPIB language is set as SCPI by default and cannot be changed for the R&S FSVA/FSV. For details on the GPIB interface see "GPIB interface"...
Page 59: Firmware Update And Installation Of Firmware Options
® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Firmware Update and Installation of Firmware Options Setting a user-defined ID response string ► In the "GPIB" menu, press the "ID String User" softkey to enter a user-defined response to the *IDN? command. The maximum length of the output string is 36 characters.
Page 60 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Firmware Update and Installation of Firmware Options 7. After the firmware update, the "UNCAL" status display indicates the necessity of a self alignment. Perform a self alignment (for details refer to Chapter 2.2.1.9, "Per- forming a Self Alignment and a Self Test",...
Page 61: Basic Operations
With time-limited licenses, a message box appears if an option is about to expire. Press the "OK" button to resume using the R&S FSVA/FSV. If an option has already expired, a message box appears for you to confirm. In this case, all instrument func- tions are unavailable (including remote control) until the R&S FSVA/FSV is rebooted.
Page 62 2.4.1.1 Channel Display Using the R&S FSVA/FSV you can handle several different measurement tasks (chan- nels) at the same time (although they can only be performed asynchronously). For each channel, a separate tab is displayed on the screen. In order to switch from one channel display to another, simply press the corresponding tab.
Page 63 All settings that are displayed in the channel bar can easily be edited by touching the setting in the display (with a finger or mouse pointer). The corresponding (edit) dialog box is displayed where you can edit the setting. In spectrum mode, the R&S FSVA/FSV shows the following settings: Ref Level Reference level m.+el.Att...
Page 64 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Mode Indicates which sweep mode type is selected: ● "Auto FFT": automatically selected FFT sweep mode ● "Auto sweep": automatically selected swept sweep mode ● "FFT": manually selected FFT sweep mode ● "Sweep": manually selected swept sweep mode Analog demodulation mode (AM/FM/PM), option R&S FSV-K7 only...
Page 65 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Label Description A frequency offset ≠ 0 Hz is set. DC/AC An external DC or AC calibration signal is in use. Input source: digital I/Q (option R&S FSV-B17 only) 2.4.1.4 Diagram-specific and Trace Information Diagram-specific information, e.g.
Page 66 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations RMS Average detector Trace Mode Sweep mode: Clrw CLEAR/WRITE MAX HOLD MIN HOLD AVERAGE (Lin/Log/Pwr) View VIEW Marker information in Diagram Grid The x and y axis positions of the last 2 markers or delta markers that were set, as well as their index, are displayed within the diagram grid, if available.
Page 67 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Mode-dependant Information in Diagram Footer The diagram footer (beneath the diagram) contains the following information, depend- ing on the current mode: Mode Label Information FREQ Center frequency (between start and stop) Span Frequency span SPAN CF (1.0 ms/)
Page 68 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Error information If errors or irregularities are detected, a keyword and an error message, if available, are displayed in the status bar. The following keywords are used: UNCAL One of the following conditions applies: ●...
Page 69 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations ● Chapter 2.4.2.5, "Rotary Knob", on page 73 ● Chapter 2.4.2.6, "Arrow Keys, UNDO/REDO Keys", on page 73 ● Chapter 2.4.2.7, "Softkeys", on page 74 ● Chapter 2.4.2.9, "Dialog Boxes", on page 76 All tasks necessary to operate the instrument can be performed using this user inter- face.
Page 70 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Table 2-2: Standard Application Functions in the Toolbar Icon Description Opens the "Select Mode" menu (see Chapter 2.4.1.1, "Channel Display", on page 62) Opens an existing measurement (settings) file Stores the current measurement file...
Page 71 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations SCPI command: DISP:TOUCh:STAT OFF 2.4.2.3 On-screen Keyboard The on-screen keyboard is an additional means of interacting with the instrument with- out having to connect an external keyboard. The on-screen keyboard display can be switched on and off as desired using the "On- Screen Keyboard"...
Page 72 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Changes the sign of a numeric parameter. In the case of an alphanumeric parame- ter, inserts a "-" at the cursor position. ● Unit keys (GHz/-dBm MHz/dBm, kHz/dB and Hz/dB) These keys add the selected unit to the entered numeric value and complete the entry.
Page 73 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations 2.4.2.5 Rotary Knob The rotary knob has several functions: ● Increments (clockwise direction) or decrements (counter-clockwise direc- tion) the instrument parameter at a defined step width in the case of a numeric entry.
Page 74 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations The undo function is useful, for example, if you are performing a zero span mea- surement with several markers and a limit line defined and accidentally click the "ACP" softkey. In this case, very many settings would be lost. However, if you press UNDO immediately afterwards, the previous status is retrieved, i.e.
Page 75 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations ● Opens a submenu (only softkeys with a ">" symbol). Recognizing the softkey status by color In the factory configuration, a softkey is highlighted orange when a corresponding dia- log box is open. If it is a toggle softkey, the current state is highlighted blue. If an instru- ment function is not available temporarily due to a specific setting, the associated soft- key is deactivated and its text is colored gray.
Page 76 2.4.2.9 Dialog Boxes In most cases, the R&S FSVA/FSV dialog boxes are designed to enter a numeric value. In the documentation, these dialog boxes are called "edit dialog boxes". Dialog boxes that are not only designed for parameter entry have a more complex structure and, in the documentation, are called "dialog boxes".
Page 77: Setting Parameters
The optional third line shows status and error messages which always refer to the current entry. 2.4.3 Setting Parameters This section describes how to perform the following basic tasks in the R&S FSVA/FSV: ● Chapter 2.4.3.1, "Entering Numeric Parameters",...
Page 78 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations sign key (-) toggles between capital and small letters. For the assignment refer to Table 2-3. Entering numbers and (special) characters via the keypad 1. Press the key once to enter the first possible value.
Page 79 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Key name Series of (special) characters and number provided (upper inscription) G H I 4 J K L 5 M N O 6 Ň Ö P Q R S 1 T U V 2 Ü...
Page 80 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations you must first switch to the edit mode in order to make changes. A focused area in the edit mode is marked with a dashed blue frame (see Figure 2-10). Figure 2-9: Focused area...
Page 81 In some cases, e.g. if you want to install a printer, original Windows dialog boxes are used. In these dialog boxes, the navigation behavior is different to the one you are used to from R&S FSVA/FSV applications. In the following, the important differences and useful tips are listed: ●...
Page 82 When working with an external monitor or operating via remote control on a computer, it is useful to be able to interact with the R&S FSVA/FSV without requiring the keypad and keys located on the front panel of the instrument. Therefore, a "Soft Front Panel"...
Page 83 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Switching to soft Front Panel display 1. Press the SETUP key. 2. Press the "General Setup" softkey. 3. Press the "More" softkey. 4. Press the "Soft Front Panel" softkey. Alternatively: 5. Press the DISPLAY key.
Page 84 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Icon Function Turn left Enter Turn right Switching to Mini Front Panel display 1. Press the DISPLAY key. 2. In the "Display Settings" dialog box, select "Mini Front Panel State: On". The "Mini Front Panel" window appears on the screen. It can be moved anywhere on the screen where it does not interfere with your current task.
Page 85 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Auto close option By default, the "Auto close" option is activated and the Mini Front Panel window closes automatically after you select a key. This is useful if you only require the Front Panel display to press a single function key.
Page 86 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations Zoom and the number of sweep points Note that zooming is merely a visual tool, it does not change any measurement set- tings, such as the number of sweep points! You should increase the number of sweep points before zooming, as otherwise the function has no real effect (see the "Sweep Points"...
Page 87 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations To return to selection mode in the diagram While you are in zoom mode, touching the screen changes the zoom area. In order to select or move a trace or marker, you must switch back to selection mode: ►...
Page 88 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Operations 2. Press the "Display Setup" softkey. 3. Press the "Screen Title On/Off" softkey. An edit dialog box is displayed. 4. Enter the title and press "ENTER". The title is displayed at the beginning of the diagram header.
Page 89: Basic Measurement Examples
2.5 Basic Measurement Examples The measurement examples provided in this chapter are intended as an introduction to operating the R&S FSVA/FSV. For advanced applications, refer to chapter "Advanced measurement examples" of the operating manual on CD. There you find the following topics: ●...
Page 90 30 dBm can damage the RF attenuator or the input mixer. The total power of all occuring signals must be taken into account. Test setup ● Connect the RF output of the signal generator to the RF input of R&S FSVA/FSV. Table 2-4: Signal generator settings (e.g. R&S SMU) Frequency 128 MHz...
Page 91 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Measurement Examples b) In the dialog box, enter 1 using the numeric keypad and confirm the entry by pressing the MHZ key. Note: Coupled settings. When the frequency span is defined, the resolution band- width, the video bandwidth and the sweep time are automatically adjusted, because these functions are defined as coupled functions in the presettings.
Page 92 The frequency sweep is stopped at the marker, and the R&S FSVA/FSV measures the frequency of the signal at the marker position. In the following example, the frequency of the generator at 128 MHz is shown by using the marker.
Page 93 2. Set the center frequency and the span. a) Press the FREQ key and enter 128 MHz. The center frequency of the R&S FSVA/FSV is set to 128 MHz. b) Press the SPAN key and enter 1 MHz. The frequency span of the R&S FSVA/FSV is set to 1 MHz.
Page 94 Press the "Start" softkey and enter 100 MHz. c) Press the "Stop" softkey and enter 400 MHz. The R&S FSVA/FSV displays the fundamental and the first and second har- monics of the input signal. 3. To average (smooth) the noise, reduce the video bandwidth.
Page 95 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Measurement Examples b) In the "MKR" menu, press the "Marker 3" softkey. "Marker 3" is activated as a delta marker ("D3 [1]"). It is automatically set on the next largest harmonic of the signal. The frequency offset and level offset...
Page 96 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Measurement Examples Reducing the noise by reducing the video bandwidth 1. Press the BW key. 2. Press the "Video BW Manual" softkey. 3. Reduce the video bandwidth to 1 kHz (for example), by entering 1 kHz.
Page 97 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Measurement Examples 3. For "Trace 1", press the button in the "Trace Mode" column and select "Average" from the list. The noise component of the trace is smoothed by averaging 10 successive traces. 4. Switch off trace averaging by pressing the button in the "Trace Mode" column and selecting "Clear Write"...
Page 98 128,03 MHz 1. Set the signal analyzer to the default state by pressing the PRESET key. The R&S FSVA/FSV is set to its default state. 2. Set the center frequency to 128.015 MHz and the frequency span to 300 kHz.
Page 99 The level drop is located exactly in the center of the screen only if the generator frequencies match the frequency display of the R&S FSVA/FSV exactly. To ach- ieve exact matching, the frequencies of the generators and the R&S FSVA/FSV must be synchronized.
Page 100 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Measurement Examples Figure 2-15: Measurement of two equally-leveled RF sinusoidal signals with a resolution band- width which is larger than their frequency spacing Note: Reducing the resolution bandwidth. The resolution bandwidth (RBW) can be reduced again by turning the rotary knob counterclockwise, thus yielding a higher frequency resolution.
Page 101 Since the dynamic range of a signal ana- lyzer is very large, extremely small modulation depths can also be measured precisely. For this purpose, the R&S FSVA/FSV provides measurement routines that output the modulation depth numerically in % directly.
Page 102 Press the "More" key. c) Press the "AM Mod Depth" softkey. The R&S FSVA/FSV automatically sets a marker to the carrier signal in the center of the diagram and one delta marker each to the upper and lower AM sidebands.
Page 103 Press the "Trg/Gate Level" softkey and enter 50%. The trigger level is displayed as a horizontal line across the entire measure- ment diagram. The R&S FSVA/FSV displays the 1 kHz AF signal as a static image in zero span. Use a headset to listen to the AF.
Page 104 Press the SPAN key and enter 0 Hz, or press the "Zero Span" softkey. 3. Set the reference level of the R&S FSVA/FSV to 10 dBm (= level of the signal gen- erator +10 dB) and set the attenuation to 20 dB.
Page 105 Basic Measurement Examples c) Press the "Trg/Gate Level" softkey and enter 70%. The R&S FSVA/FSV shows a static image with the GSM burst at the start of the trace. The trigger level is displayed as a horizontal line labeled with the absolute level for the trigger threshold in the measurement diagram.
Page 106 Measuring the Edges of a GSM Burst with High Time Resolution Because of the high time resolution of the R&S FSVA/FSV at the 0 Hz display range, the edges of TDMA bursts can be measured precisely. The edges can be shifted to the screen area by using the trigger offset.
Page 107 By turning the rotary knob counterclockwise, move the trigger offset until the burst edge can be seen in the center of the screen, or enter -50 µs. The R&S FSVA/FSV displays the rising edge of the GSM burst. Figure 2-19: Rising edge of the GSM burst displayed with high time resolution 4.
Page 108 For this purpose, the R&S FSVA/FSV provides the function for measuring absolute and relative power in zero span. In the following example, the measurement is performed using a GSM burst.
Page 109 Press the BW key. d) Press the "Res BW Manual" softkey and enter 1 MHz. 3. Set the reference level of the R&S FSVA/FSV to 0 dBm (= level of the signal gen- erator) by pressing the AMPT key and entering 0 dBm.
Page 110 Basic Measurement Examples g) Using the rotary knob, move the second vertical line to the end of the burst. The R&S FSVA/FSV displays the power during the activation phase of the burst. Figure 2-21: Power measurement during the activation phase of the burst 7.
Page 111 Basic Measurement Examples b) Switch the "Trg/Gate Polarity" softkey to "Neg." The R&S FSVA/FSV initiates triggering in response to the falling edge of the burst. This shifts the burst to the left-hand half of the measurement diagram. The power is measured in the deactivation phase. The start of the burst is shif- ted to the center of the screen and the power during the deactivation phase is measured.
Page 112 1 kHz AF 1. Set the signal analyzer to the default state by pressing the PRESET key. The R&S FSVA/FSV is set to its default state. 2. Set the center frequency to 127.50 MHz and the span to 300 kHz.
Page 113 Figure 2-23: Display of the filter edge of the 300 kHz filter as an FM discriminator character- istic 5. Set the FM deviation to 50 kHz on the signal generator. 6. Set the span to 0 Hz on the R&S FSVA/FSV. a) Press the SPAN key. b) Press the "Zero Span" softkey.
Page 114 18 dB/140 kHz, the deviation can be calculated as follows: 2.5.5 Storing and Loading Instrument Settings The R&S FSVA/FSV can store complete instrument settings together with instrument configurations and measurement data in a settings file. The data is stored on the built-...
Page 115 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Basic Measurement Examples in hard disk or - if selected - on a USB device (e.g. memory stick) or on a network drive. The hard disk has the drive letter C:. In the default state, the current settings are stored. This includes the settings of the measurement functions, the activated limit lines and the active transducer factor.
Page 116 2.5.5.4 Configuring Automatic Loading If the R&S FSVA/FSV is switched on in the factory default state, it loads the instrument settings that it had when switched off (provided that it was switched off using the ON / Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 117: Brief Introduction To Remote Control
® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control OFF key on the front panel; see Chapter 2.2.1.8, "Switching the Instrument On and Off", on page 33. If the instrument is preset, it loads the presettings. You can alter these settings and define a settings file to be loaded. This requires per- forming the following procedure.
Page 118 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control Using backslashes In programming languages such as C, C++ or programs such as MATLAB or NI Inter- active Control, a backslash starts an escape sequence (e.g. "\n" is used to start a new line).
Page 119 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control ● Creating a response buffer Since the DLL returns zero-terminated strings in responses, a string of sufficient length must be created before the functions InstrRead() and ilrd() are called, because Visual Basic inserts a length specification in front of the strings and this specification is not updated by the DLL.
Page 120 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control 'adjust string length Response = Left(Response, retCount) End Sub The following function illustrates status/error checking. The procedure raises an excep- tion when a VISA error occurs: Public Sub CheckError(ByVal vi As Long, status As Long)
Page 121 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control 'timeout values are in milliseconds 'This example assumes the instrument IP address 10.0.0.10 'If the network provides a name resolution mechanism, the hostname of 'the instrument can be used instead of the numeric IP address 'the resource string for GPIB would be "GPIB::20::INSTR''...
Page 122 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control control operation, the display itself and the background lighting in particular remain switched on. If you also want to switch off the display itself, you must use the power save function by setting the response time in minutes prior to activation.
Page 123 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control CALL InstrRead(analyzer, CFfrequency$, 20, retCount) 'Read value CR&S FSVan$ = SPACE$(20) 'Provide text variable (20 characters) CALL InstrWrite(analyzer, "FREQ:SPAN?") 'Request span CALL InstrRead(analyzer, CR&S FSVan$, 20, retCount) 'Read value RLlevel$ = SPACE$(20) 'Provide text variable (20 characters) CALL InstrWrite(analyzer, "DISP:TRAC:Y:RLEV?")
Page 124 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control REM command INIT:CONT OFF has already been sent. The next command REM must not be carried out until a full sweep has been completed. CALL InstrWrite(analyzer, "INIT:CONT OFF") REM --------- First method: Using *WAI ------------------------------------ CALL InstrWrite(analyzer, "ABOR;INIT:IMM;...
Page 125 2.6.2.1 Default Setting of the R&S FSVA/FSV The following settings provide typical examples of how to change the default setting of the R&S FSVA/FSV. Note that only some of the settings are necessary depending on the application exam- ple.
Page 126 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control '--------- Default setting f the R&S FSV --------------------------------- CALL SetupStatusReg 'Configure status registers CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"*RST") 'Reset instrument CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"SYST:DISP:UPD ON") 'ON: screen display on 'OFF: off (improved performance) CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"INIT:CONT OFF")
Page 127 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control 'Detector Trace2 CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"DET3:AUTO ON") 'Detector Trace3 CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"DET4:AUTO ON") 'Detector Trace4 CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"DET5:AUTO ON") 'Detector Trace5 CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"DET6:AUTO ON") 'Detector Trace6 '--------- Bandwidths and sweep time --------------------------------------- CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"BAND:RES 100KHz") 'Resolution bandwidth (*) CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"BAND:VID 1MHz")
Page 128 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control 'Set marker 1 to trace 1 CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"INIT;*WAI") 'Perform sweep with sync CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"CALC:MARK:MAX;X?;Y?") 'Marker to peak; read frequency and level CALL InstrRead(analyzer, result$, 100, retCount) Debug.Print "Marker 1: ";result$ CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"CALC:DELT2:STAT ON;MAX;MAX:LEFT")
Page 129 200 MHz, 300 MHz, etc. For high-quality sig- nal sources, these harmonics may be located outside the dynamic range of the R&S FSVA/FSV. Nevertheless, to measure the harmonic suppression, the level setting must be changed to higher sensitivity when measuring the harmonics. In this case, it may be necessary to suppress the carrier by using a notch filter in order to prevent the RF input of the R&S FSVA/FSV from being overloaded.
Page 130 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control REM ************************************************************************* Public Sub RefFixed() Dim retCount as Long CALL SetupInstrument 'Default setting '--------- Measuring the reference point ---------------------------------- CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"INIT:CONT OFF") 'Switch to single sweep CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"CALC:MARK:PEXC 6DB") 'Define peak excursion CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"CALC:MARK:STAT ON")
Page 131 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control REM ************************************************************************ Public Sub Noise() Dim retCount as Long '--------- Default setting of the R&S FSV -------------------------------- CALL SetupStatusReg 'Configure status register CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"*RST") 'Reset instrument CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"INIT:CONT OFF") 'Single sweep mode '--------- Setting the frequency ------------------------------------------ CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"FREQUENCY:CENTER 100MHz")
Page 132 The function declaration must be added to a module (.bas) as follows: Array dimensions The arrays for the measured data are dimensioned so they provide sufficient space for trace data of the R&S FSVA/FSV (691 measurement points). REM ************************************************************************ Public Sub ReadTrace() '--------- Creating variables ----------------------------------------------...
Page 133 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"INIT;*WAI") 'Perform sweep with sync '--------- Defining the frequency range for output ------------------------- CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"FREQ:STARt?") 'Read start frequency CALL InstrRead(analyzer,startFreq$, 100, retCount) startFreq = Val(startFreq$) CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"FREQ:SPAN?") 'Read span...
Page 134 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control Storing Instrument Settings In the following example, the settings/measured data to be stored are defined initially, in which case only the hardware settings are stored. However, the selection com- mands for the other settings are specified with the state "OFF" for the sake of com- pleteness.
Page 135 Brief Introduction to Remote Control Setting the Data Record for Startup Recall In the following example, the first step is to change the R&S FSVA/FSV to the default state. In the next step, the TEST1 data record stored under C:\R_S\Instr\user is selected for the startup recall function, i.e.
Page 136 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Brief Introduction to Remote Control NEXT i '--------- Default setting of the R&S FSV ------------------------------- CALL SetupStatusReg 'Configure status register CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"*RST") 'Reset instrument CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"INIT:CONT OFF") 'Single sweep mode CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"SYST:DISP:UPD ON") 'Screen display on '--------- Measurement settings ------------------------------------------ CALL InstrWrite(analyzer,"FREQ:CENT 100MHz;SPAN 10MHz")
Page 137: Advanced Measurement Examples
Chapter 3, "Instrument Functions", on page 167. Examples of more basic character are provided in the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide, as an introduction. The following topics are included in the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide: ● Measuring a Sinusoidal Signal...
Page 138 Signals..............157 2.7.1 Test Setup All of the following examples are based on the standard settings of the R&S FSVA/ FSV. These are set with the PRESET key. A complete listing of the standard settings can be found in chapter "Instrument Functions", section "Initializing the Configuration –...
Page 139 Press the "Service" softkey. d) Press the "Input RF/Cal" softkey, until "RF" is highlighted. The internal signal path of the R&S FSVA/FSV is switched back to the RF input in order to resume normal operation. 2.7.2 Measurement of Harmonics Signal generator settings (e.g.
Page 140 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples Figure 2-25: Fundamental wave and the frequency and level reference point 5. Make the step size for the center frequency equal to the signal frequency a) Press the FREQ key. b) Press the "CF-Stepsize" softkey and press the "= Marker" softkey in the sub- menu.
Page 141 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples Figure 2-26: Measuring the level difference between the fundamental wave (= reference point level) and the 2nd harmonic The other harmonics are measured with steps 5 and 6, the center frequency being incremented or decremented in steps of 128 MHz using the UPARROW or DNARROW key.
Page 142 60 dB bandwidth to the 3 dB bandwidth (= shape factor). For the R&S FSVA/FSV, the shape factor for bandwidths is < 5, i.e. the 60 dB band- width of the 30 kHz filter is <150 kHz.
Page 143 1000.3 MHz Setting up the measurement 1. Set the R&S FSVA/FSV to its default settings by pressing the PRESET key. The R&S FSVA/FSV is in its default state. 2. Set center frequency to 1 GHz and the frequency span to 3 MHz.
Page 144 FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples Figure 2-27: Result of intrinsic intermodulation measurement on the R&S FSVA/FSV. The 3rd order intercept (TOI) is displayed at the top right corner of the grid. 2. The level of a signal analyzer's intrinsic intermodulation products depends on the RF level of the useful signals at the input mixer.
Page 145 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples 2.7.4 Measuring Signals in the Vicinity of Noise The minimum signal level a signal analyzer can measure is limited by its intrinsic noise. Small signals can be swamped by noise and therefore cannot be measured. For sig- nals that are just above the intrinsic noise, the accuracy of the level measurement is influenced by the intrinsic noise of the signal analyzer.
Page 146 The R&S FSVA/FSV has bandwidth settings in 1, 2, 3, 5 sequence. Increasing the band- width by a factor of 3 increases the displayed noise by approx. 5 dB (4.77 dB pre- cisely).
Page 147 Figure 2-28: Sine wave signal with low S/N ratio. The signal is measured with the auto peak detector and is completely hidden in the intrinsic noise of the R&S FSVA/FSV. 3. To suppress noise spikes the trace can be averaged.
Page 148 Select "Average" in the "Trace Mode" drop-down menu of the selected trace. The traces of consecutive sweeps are averaged. To perform averaging, the R&S FSVA/FSV automatically switches on the sample detector. The RF signal, therefore, can be more clearly distinguished from noise.
Page 149 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples e) Press the "Video BW Manual" softkey and enter "10 kHz". The RF signal can be more clearly distinguished from noise. Figure 2-30: RF sine wave signal with low S/N ratio if a smaller video bandwidth is selected.
Page 150 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples a) In the "Bandwidth" menu press the "Res BW Manual" softkey and enter "100 kHz". The displayed noise is reduced by approx. 10 dB. The signal, therefore, emerges from noise by about 10 dB. Compared to the previous setting, the video bandwidth has remained the same, i.e.
Page 151 ► Connect no signal to the RF input; terminate RF input with 50 Ω. Procedure: 1. Set the R&S FSVA/FSV to its default state by pressing the PRESET key. The R&S FSVA/FSV is in its default state. 2. Set the center frequency to 1.234 GHz and the span to 1 MHz.
Page 152 Determining the noise figure The noise figure of amplifiers or of the R&S FSVA/FSV alone can be obtained from the noise power display. Based on the known thermal noise power of a 50 Ω resistor at...
Page 153 Example: The measured internal noise power of the R&S FSVA/FSV at an attenuation of 0 dB is found to be -143 dBm/1 Hz. The noise figure of the R&S FSVA/FSV is obtained as fol- lows NF = -143 + 174 = 31 dB If noise power is measured at the output of an amplifier, for example, the sum of the internal noise power and the noise power at the output of the DUT is measured.
Page 154 GHz in a 1.23 MHz Channel Bandwidth with the Channel Power Function Test setup: ► Leave the RF input of the R&S FSVA/FSV open-circuited or terminate it with 50 Ω. Procedure: 1. Set the R&S FSVA/FSV to its default state by pressing the PRESET key.
Page 155 Figure 2-33: Measurement of the R&S FSVA/FSV's intrinsic noise power in a 1.23 MHz chan- nel bandwidth. 6. Stabilize the measurement result by increasing the sweep time.
Page 156 5. Set the frequency offset to 10 kHz for determining phase noise by entering "10 kHz". The R&S FSVA/FSV displays the phase noise at a frequency offset of 10 kHz. The magnitude of the phase noise in dBc/Hz is displayed in the delta marker output field at the top right of the screen (Phn2).
Page 157 The frequency offset can be varied by moving the marker with the rotary knob or by entering a new frequency offset as a number. 2.7.6 Measurements on Modulated Signals For measurements on AM and FM signals refer to the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide, "Basic Measurements Examples" chapter. 2.7.6.1...
Page 158 This method is described in "Measurement Example – Measuring the Intrinsic Noise of the R&S FSVA/FSV at 1 GHz in a 1.23 MHz Channel Bandwidth with the Channel Power Function" on page 154.
Page 159 Modulation: CDMA2000 Procedure: 1. Set the R&S FSVA/FSV to its default state by pressing the PRESET key. The R&S FSVA/FSV is in its default state. 2. Press the FREQ key and enter "850 MHz" as the center frequency. 3. Press the SPAN key and enter "4 MHz".
Page 160 Test setup: Signal generator settings (e.g. R&S SMW): Frequency: 1950 MHz Level: 4 dBm Modulation: 3 GPP W-CDMA Reverse Link Procedure: 1. Set the R&S FSVA/FSV to its default state by pressing the PRESET key. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 161 4. Set the optimum reference level and the RF attenuation for the applied signal level. a) Press the "Adjust Ref Level" softkey. The R&S FSVA/FSV sets the optimum RF attenuation and the reference level for the power in the transmission channel to obtain the maximum dynamic range.
Page 162 (spectral regrowth) of the signal analyzer. The power values produced by the R&S FSVA/FSV due to these factors accumulate line- arly. They depend on the applied level at the input mixer. The three factors are shown in the figure below for the adjacent channel (5 MHz carrier offset).
Page 163 FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples Figure 2-38: The R&S FSVA/FSV's dynamic range for adjacent channel power measurements on W- CDMA uplink signals is a function of the mixer level. The level of the W-CDMA signal at the input mixer is shown on the horizontal axis, i.e.
Page 164 Measurement Example – Measuring the APD and CCDF of White Noise Gener- ated by the R&S FSVA/FSV 1. Set the R&S FSVA/FSV to its default state by pressing the PRESET key. The R&S FSVA/FSV is in its default state. 2. Configure the R&S FSVA/FSV for APD measurement a) Press the AMPT key and enter "-60 dBm".
Page 165 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples Figure 2-39: Amplitude probability distribution of white noise 3. Switch to the CCDF display mode. a) Press the "UP" key. b) Press the "CCDF" softkey. The CCDF display mode is switched on.
Page 166 ® Quick Start R&S FSVA/FSV Advanced Measurement Examples Figure 2-40: CCDF of white noise The CCDF trace indicates the probability that a level will exceed the mean power. The level above the mean power is plotted along the x-axis of the graph. The origin of the axis corresponds to the mean power level.
Page 167: Instrument Functions
Chapter 3.9, "Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9)", on page 538 This section describes how to configure and use an optional Power Sensor with an R&S FSVA/FSV (option R&S FSV-K9). ● Chapter 3.10, "Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements", on page 551 This section describes how to perform Spectrogram measurements with an R&S FSVA/FSV (option R&S FSV-K14).
Page 168 The front and the rear view of the instrument together with a table of all available keys and a short description are provided in the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide. "Prepar- ing for Use" informs how to start working with the instrument for the first time.
Page 169 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer............... 440 3.5.1 Softkeys and Parameters of the I/Q Analyzer Menu........... 441 3.5.2 Softkeys of the Amplitude Menu in I/Q Analyzer Mode..........451 3.5.3 Softkeys of the Trigger Menu in I/Q Analyzer Mode........... 458 3.5.4...
Page 170: General Settings, Printout And Instrument Settings
® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings 3.10.2 Softkeys of the Spectrogram Menu................555 3.10.3 Configuring Color Settings for Spectrograms..............556 3.10.4 ASCII File Export Format for Spectrograms..............561 3.1 General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings After putting the instrument into operation and becoming familiar with the handling of the instrument (for details see Quick Start Guide) the preparations for measurements can start.
Page 171 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Further information ● Chapter 3.1.1.3, "LXI Class C Functionality", on page 195 Tasks ● Chapter 3.1.1.2, "Activating or Deactivating the LXI Class C Functionality", on page 194 3.1.1.1 Softkeys of the Setup Menu The following table shows all softkeys available in the "Setup"...
Page 172 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings └ GPIB......................180 └ GPIB Address..................180 └ ID String Factory.................180 └ ID String User..................180 └ Compatibility Mode................180 └ Mode Default................181 └ Mode R&S FSP................ 181 └...
Page 173 If the reference signal is missing after switching to an external reference, the message "NO REF" is displayed to indicate that no synchronization is performed. The R&S FSVA/FSV can use the internal reference source or an external reference source as frequency standard from which all internal oscillators are derived. A 10 MHz crystal oscillator is used as internal reference source.
Page 174 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings The submenu contains the following commands: ● "Show Error Flag" on page 174 ● "Auto select Reference" on page 174 Show Error Flag ← Handle missing Ext. Ref If this option is selected, an error flag is displayed in the status bar of the display when an external reference is selected but none is available.
Page 175 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Remote command: on page 953 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:SELect on page 953 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer[:STATe] Edit ← Transducer Opens the "Edit Transducer" dialog box with the data of the selected factor, as well as a submenu.
Page 176 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Each transducer factor may contain a maximum of 625 values. The valid transducer value range is: -200 dB < value < 200 dB Delete Value ← Edit ← Transducer Deletes the selected reference value (complete line).
Page 177 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Ref Level Adjust (Man/Auto) ← Transducer Activates or deactivates the automatic adjustment of the reference level to the selected transducer factor. If a transducer factor is used (active), the trace is moved by a calculated shift. How- ever, an upward shift reduces the dynamic range for the displayed values.
Page 178 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings PASSED calibration successful without any restrictions CHECK deviation of correction value larger than expected, correction could however be per- formed FAILED deviations of correction value too large, no correction was possible. The found cor- rection data are not applicable.
Page 179 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Subnet Mask ← Network Address ← General Setup Opens an edit dialog box to enter the subnet mask via the keypad. The TCP/IP proto- col is preinstalled with the subnet mask 255.255.255.0. If the DHCP server is available ("DHCP On"), the dialog box entry is read-only.
Page 180 Resets the LAN configuration to a state required by the LXI standard. For example, the TCP/IP mode is set to DHCP and Dynamic DNS and ICMP Ping are enabled. In addi- tion, the R&S FSVA/FSV sets the password and the instrument description to their ini- tial states (see "Password"...
Page 181 Remote command: on page 963 SYSTem:COMPatible Mode Default ← Compatibility Mode ← GPIB ← General Setup Resets the number of measurement points and available bandwidths to default R&S FSVA/FSV values. Remote command: SYST:COMP DEF, see on page 963 SYSTem:COMPatible Mode R&S FSP ← Compatibility Mode ← GPIB ← General Setup Sets the number of measurement points and available bandwidths as in R&S FSP...
Page 182 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Language Comment 8568B Command sets A and B are available. Command sets A and B differ in the rules regarding the command structure. 8568B_DC Uses DC input coupling by default if supported by the instrument...
Page 183 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Remote command: on page 967 SYSTem:HPCoupling REV String Factory ← Compatibility Mode ← GPIB ← General Setup Selects the default response to the REV? query for the revision number (HP emulation only, see Chapter 4.2.5, "GPIB Commands of HP Models 856xE, 8566A/B, 8568A/B...
Page 184 I/O Logging (On/Off) ← GPIB ← General Setup Activates or deactivates the SCPI log function. All remote control commands received by the R&S FSVA/FSV are recorded in the following log file: C:\R_S\Instr\scpilogging\ScpiLog.txt Logging the commands may be extremely useful for debug purposes, e.g. in order to find misspelled keywords in control programs.
Page 185 In the configuration dialog box, you can switch from the internal monitor (laptop icon) to the external monitor (monitor icon), or both (double monitor icon). For external, the R&S FSVA/FSV display is disabled (turns dark). The screen content formerly displayed on the R&S FSVA/FSV is displayed on the external screen.
Page 186 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Figure 3-1: Soft Frontpanel Alternatively to this softkey, you can use the F6 key. Remote command: on page 964 SYSTem:DISPlay:FPANel Display Setup Opens a submenu to define the display settings.
Page 187 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Status Bar ← Display Setup Displays or removes the status bar beneath the diagram. The status bar indicates the global instrument settings, the instrument status and any irregularities during measurement or display.
Page 188 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Screen Colors ← Display Setup Opens a submenu to configure the screen colors. For details on screen colors refer to the Quick Start Guide, chapter 2 "Preparing for Use".
Page 189 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings User Defined Colors ← Screen Colors ← Display Setup In the "Color Setup" dialog box, displays the "User Defined Colors" (alternatively to the "User Defined Colors" button). This softkey is only available if, in the "Select Color Set"...
Page 190 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Color (On/Off) ← Print Colors ← Display Setup Switches from color printout to black-and-white printout and back. All colored areas are printed in white and all colored lines in black. This improves the contrast. The default setting is color printout, provided that the selected printer can produce color printouts.
Page 191 Data sheet version of the basic device <option> Installed hardware and firmware options Note that B99 indicates the R&S FSVA models (as opposed to the R&S FSV models). For details on options refer to the Quick Start Guide, chapter 2 "Checking the Supplied Items".
Page 192 Only user accounts with administrator rights are able to install options. Install Option by XML ← Option Licenses Opens an edit dialog to install an additional option to the R&S FSVA/FSV using an XML file. Enter or browse for the name of an XML file on the instrument that contains the option key and press "Select".
Page 193 Defines the frequency of the internal broadband calibration signal to be used for IF fil- ter calibration. If you define a frequency that is not available, the R&S FSVA/FSV uses the next avail- able frequency. Tipp: Use the arrow keys to step through the available frequencies.
Page 194 Defines the frequency of the internal broadband calibration signal to be used for IF fil- ter calibration (16 MHz or 32 MHz). This function is only available for R&S FSVA instruments. It is independant of the bandwidth extension option R&S FSV-B160.
Page 195 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings 2. Press the "Rescan" button. 3. Press the "Save" button. The instrument reboots and after the reboot LXI is active. 4. To deactivate the LXI Class C functionality perform step 1 and 2 again.
Page 196 Configuration files cannot be transferred from an R&S FSVA/FSV with a larger fre- quency range to one with a smaller frequency range ● Configuration files created on a R&S FSVA/FSV with certain options in use will not work on an R&S FSVA/FSV without these options ●...
Page 197 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings To open the Save/Recall menu ► Press the SAVE/RCL key. The "Save/Recall" menu is displayed. Menu and softkey description ● Chapter 3.1.2.1, "Softkeys of the SAVE/RCL Menu", on page 197 Further information ●...
Page 198 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings └ Date....................202 └ Extension.................... 202 └ Size.....................202 └ File Lists (1/2)....................202 └ Current File List (1/2)..................202 └ Network Drive....................202 └ Map Network Drive................203 └...
Page 199 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings In the "Recall" dialog box, the items saved in the selected file are displayed. Remote command: on page 947 MMEMory:SELect[:ITEM]:HWSettings on page 947 MMEMory:SELect[:ITEM]:LINes:ALL on page 948 MMEMory:SELect[:ITEM]:TRACe[:ACTive] on page 948 MMEMory:SELect[:ITEM]:TRANsducer:ALL Enable all Items ←...
Page 200 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Startup Recall (On/Off) ← Startup Recall Activates or deactivates the startup recall function. If activated, the settings stored in the file selected via the Select Dataset softkey are loaded when booting or for preset. If deactivated, the default settings are loaded.
Page 201 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Remote command: on page 755 FORMat:DEXPort:DSEParator IQ Export ← Export Opens a file selection dialog box to select an export file to which the IQ data will be stored. This function is only available in single sweep mode.
Page 202 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Copy ← File Manager Copies the selected item to the clipboard. The item can be copied later using the Paste softkey. Remote command: on page 940 MMEMory:COPY Rename ← File Manager Opens an edit dialog box to enter a new file or folder name.
Page 203 The "Save" and "Recall" dialog boxes are used to save and recall settings and data files. The "File Manager" allows you to copy, delete or rename data files on the R&S FSVA/FSV. These and other file selection dialog boxes are very similar. Drive The data is stored on the internal flash disk or, if selected, on a memory stick or net- work drive.
Page 204 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Drive Designation Comment operating system, firmware and stored instrument for customer data settings USB floppy drive if connected USB memory stick or USB CD-ROM if connected E …Z additional USB mass storage devices or mounted...
Page 205 In addition to instrument settings and displayed traces, also captured I/Q data can be exported to a file on the R&S FSVA/FSV. The stored data can then be imported again at a later time, also by different applications, for further processing. For example, you can capture I/Q data using the I/Q Analyzer (see Chapter 3.5, "Instrument Functions -...
Page 206 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings iq-tar File Format Specification I/Q data is stored in a compressed format with the file extension .iq.tar. An .iq.tar file contains I/Q data in binary format together with meta information that describes the nature and the source of data, e.g.
Page 207 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings <Format>complex</Format> <DataType>float32</DataType> <ScalingFactor unit="V">1</ScalingFactor> <NumberOfChannels>1</NumberOfChannels> <DataFilename>xyz.complex.float32</DataFilename> <UserData> <UserDefinedElement>Example</UserDefinedElement> </UserData> <PreviewData>...</PreviewData> </RS_IQ_TAR_FileFormat> Element Description RS_IQ_TAR_FileFormat The root element of the XML file. It must contain the attribute fileFormatVersion that contains the number of the file format definition.
Page 208 Optional: contains further XML elements that provide a preview of the I/Q data. The preview data is determined by the routine that saves an iq-tar file (e.g. R&S FSVA/FSV). For the definition of this element refer to the RsIqTar.xsd schema. Note that the preview can be only displayed by current web browsers that have JavaScript enabled and if the XSLT stylesheet open_IqTar_xml_file_in_web_browser.xslt is available.
Page 209 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings </ArrayOfFloat> </Min> <Max> <ArrayOfFloat length="256"> <float>0</float> <float>-41</float> <float>0</float> </ArrayOfFloat> </Max> </PowerVsTime> <Spectrum> <Min> <ArrayOfFloat length="256"> <float>-107</float> <float>-96</float> <float>-94</float> </ArrayOfFloat> </Min> <Max> <ArrayOfFloat length="256"> <float>-25</float> <float>1</float> <float>1</float> </ArrayOfFloat> </Max> </Spectrum>...
Page 210 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings I[2][1], Q[2][1], // Channel 2, Complex sample 1 I[0][2], Q[0][2], // Channel 0, Complex sample 2 I[1][2], Q[1][2], // Channel 1, Complex sample 2 I[2][2], Q[2][2], // Channel 2, Complex sample 2...
Page 211 The PRINT key is used to select and configure the printer and to customize the screen printout. For detailed information on printer selection and installation refer to the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide. To open the Print menu ► Press the PRINT key.
Page 212 The dialog box consists of two tabs which are selected via the "Device (1/2)" on page 212 softkey. For further information refer to the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide. Remote command: on page 933 HCOPy:DEVice:LANGuage<1|2> on page 932 HCOPy:DESTination<1|2>...
Page 213 Date and time are inserted automatically. The comment is printed below the diagram area, but not displayed on the screen. If a comment should not be printed, it must be deleted. For details on the alphanumeric entries refer to the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide, "Basic Operations". Remote command:...
Page 214 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV General Settings, Printout and Instrument Settings Softkeys of the "User" menu The "User" menu contains 8 user-definable softkeys as well as a "User Preference Setup" softkey that allows you to define them. Pressing one of the user-definable soft-...
Page 215: Measurement Parameters
If you touch the setting in the display longer than 1 second or right-click it, a context- sensitive menu is displayed. The entries correspond to the functions available in the softkey menu for that setting. Table 3-1: Sweep range variables Abbrev Definition R&S FSVA/ R&S FSVA/ R&S FSVA/ R&S FSVA/ R&S FSVA/ FSV4 value...
Page 216 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters ● Configuring the Sweep Mode – SWEEP Key............246 ● Setting Traces – TRACE Key................251 ● Triggering the Sweep – TRIG Key................ 267 3.2.1 Initializing the Configuration – PRESET Key The PRESET key resets the instrument to the default setting and therefore provides a defined initial state as a known starting point for measurements.
Page 217 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters The parameter set of the initial configuration can be customized using the "Startup Recall" softkey in the "Save/Rcl" menu. For further information refer to Chapter 3.1.2, "Saving and Recalling Settings Files – SAVE/RCL Key",...
Page 218 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters 3.2.2 Selecting the Frequency and Span – FREQ Key The FREQ key is used to configure the frequency axis, to set the frequency offset and the signal track function. You can configure the frequency axis either by the start and stop frequency or the center frequency and the span.
Page 219 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters └ Track BW (span > 0)..................222 └ Track Threshold (span > 0)................222 └ Select Trace (span > 0)................222 External Mixer......................222 Center Opens an edit dialog box to enter the center frequency. The allowed range of values for the center frequency depends on the frequency span.
Page 220 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Remote command: FREQ:CENT:STEP:LINK SPAN, see [SENSe:]FREQuency:CENTer:STEP:LINK on page 806 FREQ:CENT:STEP:LINK:FACT 50PCT, see [SENSe:]FREQuency:CENTer:STEP: on page 806 LINK:FACTor 0.5*RBW (span > 0) ← CF Stepsize Sets the step size for the center frequency to 50 % of the resolution bandwidth.
Page 221 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Remote command: on page 805 [SENSe:]FREQuency:CENTer:STEP Start Opens an edit dialog box to define the start frequency. The following range of values is allowed: ≤ f ≤ f – span start and span are specified in the data sheet.
Page 222 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:STRack:TRACe External Mixer Opens the "Ext. Mixer" submenu to activate and configure an optional external mixer. This function is only available for R&S FSVA/FSV30 and 40 instruments with the B21 option installed. For details on the external mixer functionality, see Chapter 3.8, "Instrument Functions...
Page 223 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters 3.2.2.4 Specifying the Step Size for the Arrow Keys and the Rotary Knob 1. Press the CF Stepsize softkey. The available softkeys depend on the selected frequency span (zero span or span > 0).
Page 224 Remote command: on page 807 [SENSe:]FREQuency:SPAN Full Span Sets the span to the full frequency range of the R&S FSVA/FSV specified in the data sheet. This setting is useful for overview measurements. Remote command: on page 808 [SENSe:]FREQuency:SPAN:FULL Zero Span Sets the span to 0 Hz (zero span).
Page 225 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Last Span Sets the span to the previous value. With this function e.g. a fast change between overview measurement and detailed measurement is possible. Remote command: 3.2.3.2 Specifying the Span (Alternatives) 1. To set the span, use the...
Page 226 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters └ Range Log 5 dB.................... 227 └ Range Log 1 dB.................... 227 └ Range Log Manual..................227 └ Range Linear %.................... 227 └ Range Lin. Unit..................... 228 Unit..........................228 Preamp On/Off......................228 RF Atten Manual/Mech Att Manual................
Page 227 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Display range: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y 50DB, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe] on page 749 Range Log 10 dB ← Range Sets the level display range to 10 dB. Remote command: Logarithmic scaling: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y:SPAC LOG, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y: on page 749...
Page 228 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Markers are displayed in the selected unit ("Unit" softkey). Delta markers are displayed in % referenced to the voltage value at the position of marker 1. This is the default set- ting for linear scaling.
Page 229 The RF attenuation can be set in 5 dB steps (R&S FSV with option R&S FSV-B25 or R&S FSVA: 1 dB steps). The range is specified in the data sheet. If the current refer- ence level cannot be set for the set RF attenuation, the reference level is adjusted accordingly.
Page 230 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters and the electronic attenuation can no longer be defined individually. As soon as the stop or center frequency is reduced below 7 GHz, this function is available again. When the electronic attenuator is switched off, the corresponding RF attenuation mode (auto/manual) is automatically activated.
Page 231 Remote command: on page 851 [SENSe:]POWer:NCORrection Input (AC/DC) Toggles the RF input of the R&S FSVA/FSV between AC and DC coupling. This function is not available for input from the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (option R&S FSV-B17). Remote command: on page 760 INPut:COUPling Input 50 Ω/75 Ω...
Page 232 If the option R&S FSVA-B11 is installed, the YIG preselector can be bypassed. This function is only available for R&S FSVA instruments. If the YIG preselector at the input of the R&S FSVA is removed from the signal path, you can use the maximum bandwidth for signal analysis. However, image-frequency rejection is no longer ensured.
Page 233 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters In automatic mode, the electronic attenuator is set to 0 dB. If a reference level outside the allowed 30 dB range is set, the mechanical attenuator performs the setting. From this new reference level to over 30dB, the electronic attenuator performs the setting again.
Page 234 When you select an auto adjust function a measurement is performed to determine the optimal settings. If you select an auto adjust funtion for a triggered measurement, you can select how the R&S FSVA/FSV should behave: ● (default:) The measurement for adjustment waits for the next trigger ●...
Page 235 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Remote command: on page 777 [SENSe:]ADJust:FREQuency Auto Level Defines the optimal reference level for the current measurement automatically. The measurement time for automatic leveling can be defined using the Settings soft- key. You can define a threshold that the signal must exceed before the reference level is adjusted, see "Upper Level Hysteresis"...
Page 236 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters In frequency sweep mode, the analyzer provides several possible methods of sweep- ing: ● "Sweep" on page 236 ● "FFT" on page 236 (not available with 5-Pole filters, channel filters or RRC filters, Chapter 3.2.6.3, "Selecting the Appropriate Filter...
Page 237 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Remote command: on page 782 [SENSe:]BANDwidth|BWIDth[:RESolution]:FFT 3.2.6 Setting the Bandwidths and Sweep Time – BW Key The BW key is used to set the resolution bandwidth, video bandwidth (VBW) and sweep time (SWT). The values available for resolution bandwidth and video bandwidth depend on the selected filter type.
Page 238 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters └ FFT....................... 240 └ Auto.......................240 └ FFT Filter Mode.................... 241 └ Auto....................241 └ Narrow....................241 Coupling Ratio......................241 └ RBW/VBW Sine [1/1]..................241 └ RBW/VBW Pulse [.1]..................241 └ RBW/VBW Noise [10]................... 241 └...
Page 239 In this case, the R&S FSVA/FSV displays the error message "UNCAL" and marks the indicated sweep time with a red bullet.
Page 240 (RBW) (not available for zero span). If you change the span, resolution bandwidth or video bandwidth, the sweep time is automatically adjusted. The R&S FSVA/FSV always selects the shortest sweep time that is possible without falsifying the signal. The maximum level error is < 0.1 dB, compared to using a longer sweep time.
Page 241 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters FFT Filter Mode ← Sweep Type Defines the filter mode to be used for FFT filters by defining the partial span size. The partial span is the span which is covered by one FFT analysis.
Page 242 Span/RBW Auto [100] ← Coupling Ratio Sets the following coupling ratio: "resolution bandwidth = span/100" This coupling ratio is the default setting of the R&S FSVA/FSV. This setting takes effect if you define the resolution bandwidth automatically (Res BW Auto).
Page 243 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Filter Type Opens a submenu to select the filter type. When measuring Spurious Emissions, using this softkey automatically opens the "Sweep List" dialog (see "Sweep List dialog box" on page 378). The submenu contains the following softkeys: ●...
Page 244 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters For details see Chapter 3.2.6.4, "List of Available RRC and Channel Filters", on page 244 . Channel filters do not support FFT mode. ● RRC filters For details see Chapter 3.2.6.4, "List of Available RRC and Channel Filters",...
Page 245 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Filter Bandwidth Filter Type Application 12.5 kHz CFILter CDMAone 14 kHz CFILter ETS300 113 (20 kHz channels) 15 kHz CFILter 16 kHz CFILter ETS300 113 (25 kHz channels) 18 kHz, a=0.35 TETRA 20 kHz...
Page 246 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters 3.2.7 Configuring the Sweep Mode – SWEEP Key The SWEEP key is used to configure the sweep mode. Continuous sweep or single sweep is possible. The sweep time and the number of measured values are set.
Page 247 In this case, the R&S FSVA/FSV displays the error message "UNCAL" and marks the indicated sweep time with a red bullet.
Page 248 (RBW) (not available for zero span). If you change the span, resolution bandwidth or video bandwidth, the sweep time is automatically adjusted. The R&S FSVA/FSV always selects the shortest sweep time that is possible without falsifying the signal. The maximum level error is < 0.1 dB, compared to using a longer sweep time.
Page 249 In the "Average Sweep Count" dialog box, enter 10. ● Press the "Single Sweep" on page 247 softkey: R&S FSVA/FSV performs the "Max Hold" function over 10 sweeps. Remote command: on page 852 [SENSe:]SWEep:COUNt Sweep Points Opens an edit dialog box to enter the number of measured values to be collected dur- ing one sweep.
Page 250 Opens a dialog box to set the number of frames to be captured in a single sweep. Therefore, the frame count defines the number of traces the R&S FSVA/FSV plots in the Spectrogram result display in a single sweep. The maximum number of possible frames depends on the history depth (see CALCulate<n>:SGRam:HDEPth...
Page 251 The TRACE key is used to configure the data acquisition for measurement and the analysis of the measurement data. The R&S FSVA/FSV is capable of displaying up to six different traces at a time in a diagram. A trace consists of a maximum of 691 displayed measurement points on the horizontal axis (frequency or time).
Page 252 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Further information ● Chapter 3.2.8.4, "Trace Mode Overview", on page 263 ● Chapter 3.2.8.6, "Detector Overview", on page 265 ● Chapter 3.2.8.7, "ASCII File Export Format", on page 266 Tasks ● Chapter 3.2.8.2, "Configuring Traces",...
Page 253 Max Hold ← Trace 1/Trace 2/Trace 3/Trace 4/Trace 5/Trace 6 The maximum value is determined over several sweeps and displayed. The R&S FSVA/FSV saves the sweep result in the trace memory only if the new value is greater than the previous one.
Page 254 If the level range or reference level is changed, the R&S FSVA/FSV automatically adapts the measured data to the changed display range. This allows an amplitude zoom to be made after the measurement in order to show details of the trace.
Page 255 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters If a detector was selected manually, the "MAN" indicator is highlighted. If "AUTO" is selected, the detector is defined automatically, depending on the selected trace mode: Trace mode Detector Clear Write Auto Peak...
Page 256 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Negative Peak ← Detector ← Trace 1/Trace 2/Trace 3/Trace 4/Trace 5/Trace 6 Selects the "Negative Peak" detector. For details see Chapter 3.2.8.6, "Detector Overview", on page 265. Remote command: DET NEG, see [SENSe:][WINDow:]DETector<trace>[:FUNCtion] on page 860 Sample ←...
Page 257 This low average value is usually corrected in noise power measurements by a 2.5 dB factor. Therefore the R&S FSVA/FSV offers the selection of linear averaging. The trace data is converted to linear values prior to averaging, then averaged and reconverted to logarithmic values.
Page 258 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Lin ← Average Mode Activates linear averaging. Linear averaging means that the power level values are converted into linear units prior to averaging. After the averaging, the data is converted back into its original unit.
Page 259 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters If the spectrogram display is selected when you perform this function, the entire histo- gram buffer with all frames is exported to a file. The data corresponding to a particular frame begins with information about the frame number and the time that frame was recorded.
Page 260 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters ● The unit is set to either V, A, dBmV, dBµV, dBµA or dBpW: the data is converted into V prior to subtraction, i.e. subtraction is done in V. Remote command: CALC:MATH:MODE LIN, see on page 728 CALCulate<n>:MATH:MODE...
Page 261 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters To close the menu, press the ESC key or click in the display outside of the menu. 2. For each trace you can define the following settings: ● Display Mode Clear Write ●...
Page 262 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Preset All Traces Trace 1: Clear Write Trace 2-6: Blank Select Max | Avg | Min Trace 1: Max Hold Trace 2: Average Trace 3: Min Hold Trace 4-6: Blank Select Max | ClrWrite | Min...
Page 263 Max Hold The maximum value is determined over several sweeps and displayed. The R&S FSVA/FSV saves the sweep result in the trace memory only if the new value is greater than the previous one. The detector is automatically set to "Positive Peak".
Page 264 If the level range or reference level is changed, the R&S FSVA/FSV automatically adapts the measured data to the changed display range. This allows an amplitude zoom to be made after the measurement in order to show details of the trace.
Page 265 The measurement detector for the individual display modes can be selected directly by the user or set automatically by the R&S FSVA/FSV. The detector activated for the specific trace is indicated in the corresponding trace display field by an abbreviation.
Page 266 Number of measured values During a frequency sweep, the R&S FSVA/FSV increments the first local oscillator in steps that are smaller than approximately 1/10 of the bandwidth. This ensures that the oscillator step speed is conform to the hardware settling times and does not affect the precision of the measured power.
Page 267 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters several columns (depending on measurement) which are also separated by a semico- lon. Table 3-5: ASCII file format for trace export File contents: header and data section Description Type;FSV; Instrument model Version;1.50; Firmware version Date;01.Apr 2010;...
Page 268 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters ● Chapter 3.2.9.3, "Using Gated Sweep Operation", on page 276 3.2.9.1 Softkeys of the Trigger Menu The following table shows all softkeys available in the "Trigger" menu. It is possible that your instrument configuration does not provide all softkeys. If a softkey is only available with a special option, model or (measurement) mode, this information is pro- vided in the corresponding softkey description.
Page 269 This trigger mode is available with detector board 1307.9554.02 Rev 05.00 or higher. It is not available for input from the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (option R&S FSVA/FSV- B17). If RF Power trigger mode is selected and digital baseband input is activated, the trigger mode is automatically switched to "Free Run".
Page 270 Note: Be aware that in auto sweep type mode, due to a possible change in sweep types, the bandwidth may vary considerably for the same RBW setting. The R&S FSVA/FSV is triggered as soon as the trigger level is exceeded around the selected frequency (= start frequency in the frequency sweep).
Page 271 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters (See Chapter 3.9, "Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9)", on page 538.) Power sensors are configured in the "Input/Output" menu, see Chapter 3.9.3, "Config- uring an External Power Trigger", on page 543.
Page 272 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters LVDS pin SDATA0_P - Reserve1 SDATA4_P - Reserve2 SDATA0_P - Marker1 SDATA4_P - Marker2 Remote command: TRIG:SOUR GP0, see on page 909 TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:SOURce SWE:EGAT:SOUR RFP for gated triggering, see [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:SOURce on page 854 Trg/Gate Level Opens an edit dialog box to enter the trigger/gate level.
Page 273 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters offset > 0: Start of the sweep is delayed offset < 0: Sweep starts earlier (pre-trigger) Only possible for span = 0 (e.g. I/Q Analyzer mode) and gated trigger switched off Maximum allowed range limited by the sweep time:...
Page 274 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Gated Trigger Switches the sweep mode with gate on or off. This softkey requires the following "Trigger Mode" (see "Trg/Gate Source" on page 268): span > 0 External IF Power/BB PowerIF Power span = 0...
Page 275 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters For details also see Chapter 3.2.9.3, "Using Gated Sweep Operation", on page 276. Remote command: on page 854 [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:HOLDoff Gate Length (Gate Mode Edge) ← Gate Settings Opens an edit dialog box to enter the gate length. The gate length in relation to the sweep is indicated by a line labeled "GL".
Page 276 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters 3.2.9.2 Specifying the Trigger Settings 1. Press the "Trg/Gate Source" softkey to select the trigger mode (for details see "Trg/Gate Source" on page 268. 2. Press the Trg/Gate Level softkey to set the trigger level.
Page 277 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Parameters Figure 3-5: TDMA signal with GATE OFF Figure 3-6: Timing diagram for GATE, GATE DELAY and GATE LENGTH Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
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® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Figure 3-7: TDMA signal with GATE ON 3.3 Measurement Functions In this section all menus necessary for setting measurement functions are described. This includes the following topics and keys: ● Using Markers and Delta Markers – MKR Key.............
Page 279 3.3.1 Using Markers and Delta Markers – MKR Key The markers are used for marking points on traces, reading out measurement results and for selecting a display section quickly. The R&S FSVA/FSV provides 16 markers per trace. Figure 3-8: Marker types All markers can be used either as markers or delta markers.
Page 280 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Menu and softkey description ● Chapter 3.3.1.1, "Softkeys of the Marker Menu", on page 280 Tasks ● Chapter 3.3.1.2, "Basic Marker Functions", on page 283 3.3.1.1 Softkeys of the Marker Menu The following table shows all softkeys available in the "Marker" menu. It is possible that your instrument configuration does not provide all softkeys.
Page 281 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions More Markers Opens a sub-menu to select one of up to 16 available markers. See "Marker 1 / Marker 2 / Marker 3 / … Marker 16,/ Marker Norm/Delta" on page 280. Marker to Trace Opens an edit dialog box to enter the number of the trace on which the marker is to be placed.
Page 282 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 664 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>[:STATe] on page 615 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>[:STATe] on page 673 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:TRACe on page 625 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:TRACe on page 625 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:MREF All Marker Off ← Marker Wizard Switches all markers off. It also switches off all functions and displays that are associ- ated with the markers/delta markers.
Page 283 The zoomed display range is then configured and the new settings are used by the R&S FSVA/FSV for further measurements. If the display has not yet been switched to the new frequency display range and you press the softkey, the procedure is aborted.
Page 284 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions mode). In case a marker is already located there, the new marker is set to the fre- quency of the next lowest level (next peak). ● To change marker settings quickly, right-click on the marker in the display (or touch it for about 1 second).
Page 285 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions ● To change the marker type of a marker, select the softkey for the corresponding marker, then press the "Marker 1 / Marker 2 / Marker 3 / … Marker 16,/ Marker Norm/Delta" softkey ("Marker 1 / Marker 2 / Marker 3 / …...
Page 286 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Marker Information in Marker Table In addition to the marker information displayed within the diagram grid, a separate marker table may be displayed beneath the diagram. This table provides the following information for all active markers: As of firmware version 1.50, the marker table also provides information from connected...
Page 287 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Menu and softkey description ● Chapter 3.3.3.1, "Softkeys of the Marker Function Menu", on page 287 Further information ● Chapter 3.3.3.4, "AF Demodulation", on page 296 ● Chapter 3.3.3.5, "Frequency Measurement with the Frequency Counter",...
Page 288 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions n dB down........................292 Marker Peak List......................293 └ Peak List On/Off....................293 └ Sort Mode Freq/Lvl..................293 └ Max Peak Count................... 293 └ Peak Excursion..................... 293 └ Left Limit....................... 293 └ Right Limit..................... 294 └...
Page 289 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Phase Noise This softkey opens a submenu that contains functionality to configure and perform phase noise measurements. Phase Noise On/Off ← Phase Noise Switches the phase noise measurement with all active delta markers on and off. The correction values for the bandwidth and the log amplifier are taken into account in the measurement.
Page 290 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Select Marker (No) ← Phase Noise Opens a submenu to select one of 16 markers and define whether the marker is a nor- mal or a delta marker (see "Marker 1 / Marker 2 / Marker 3 / … Marker 16,/ Marker Norm/Delta"...
Page 291 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions For more information see Chapter 3.3.3.4, "AF Demodulation", on page 296. Marker demodulation is only available with option R&S FSV-B3 and is not available for Spectrum Emission Mask measurements. Mkr Demod On/Off ← Marker Demod Switches the demodulation output on or off.
Page 292 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The trigger source in the channel information bar is indicated as "SQL" for squelch. The squelch level is indicated by a red line in the diagram. Remote command: on page 792 [SENSe:]DEMod:SQUelch[:STATe] Squelch Level ← Marker Demod Defines the level threshold below which the audible AF is cut off if squelching is enabled.
Page 293 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Marker Peak List Opens the "Peak List" submenu to define criteria for the sort order and the contents of the peak list. For each listed peak the frequency ("Stimulus") and level ("Response") values are given. In addition, the peaks are indicated in the trace display. A maximum of 50 entries are listed.
Page 294 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Right Limit ← Marker Peak List Opens an edit dialog box to enter a value for the upper limit (left vertical line: S2 for span > 0; T2 for zero span). The search is performed between the lines of the left and...
Page 295 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Band Power Opens a submenu to activate and configure a band power marker. Band power mark- ers allow you to measure the integrated power for a defined span (band) around a marker. The result can be displayed either as a power (dBm) or density (dBm/Hz). The span is indicated by lines in the diagram.
Page 296 3.3.3.4 AF Demodulation The R&S FSVA/FSV provides demodulators for AM and FM signals. With these demodulators, a displayed signal can be identified acoustically by using headphones. Risk of hearing damage To protect your hearing, make sure that the volume setting is not too high before put- ting on the headphones.
Page 297 µV/Hz, the noise current density in µA/Hz or the noise power density in µW/Hz. In the default setting, the R&S FSVA/FSV uses the sample detector for the noise func- tion. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 298 Instead, the sweep time can be increased to obtain stable measurement results. Correction factors The R&S FSVA/FSV uses the following correction factors to evaluate the noise density from the marker level: ●...
Page 299 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions 1. PRESET The R&S FSP is set to the default setting. 2. FREQ > "CENTER": 100 MHz The center frequency is set to 100 MHz. 3. SPAN: 2 MHz The span is set to 2 MHz.
Page 300 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions All markers can be defined as band power markers, each with a different span. When a band power marker is activated, if no marker is active yet, marker 1 is activated. Other- wise, the currently active marker is used as a band power marker (all other marker functions for this marker are deactivated).
Page 301 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions ization of maxima and minima. For details on markers in general, see Chapter 3.3.1, "Using Markers and Delta Markers – MKR Key", on page 279. To open the Marker To menu ● Press the MKR -> key.
Page 302 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions └ Search Lim Off....................304 Next Mode........................304 Exclude LO........................304 Search Mode (Spectrograms)..................305 └ Search Mode for Next Peak in X Direction........... 305 └ Search Mode for Next Peak in Y Direction........... 305 └...
Page 303 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 669 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:MINimum[:PEAK] on page 623 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:MINimum[:PEAK] Next Min Sets the active marker/delta marker to the next minimum of the selected trace. Remote command: on page 671 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:MINimum:NEXT on page 624 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:MINimum:NEXT...
Page 304 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Use Zoom Limits ← Search Limits Restricts the marker search to the zoomed area. Remote command: on page 675 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:X:SLIMits:ZOOM Search Lim Off ← Search Limits Deactivates all limits of the search range.
Page 305 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions "ON" The minimum frequency included in the peak search range is ≥ 5 × resolution bandwidth (RBW). Due to the interference by the first local oscillator to the first inter- mediate frequency at the input mixer, the LO is represented as a sig- nal at 0 Hz.
Page 306 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions on page 630 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:BELow on page 709 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:NEXT on page 631 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:NEXT on page 709 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:ABOVe on page 631 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:ABOVe on page 710 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:BELow on page 632 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:BELow on page 710 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:NEXT on page 632 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:NEXT...
Page 307 3.3.4.6 Examining a Signal at the Center in Detail 1. Press the PRESET key to set the R&S FSVA/FSV to the default setting. 2. Press the MKR -> key to open the "Marker To" menu. 3. Marker 1 is activated and set to the largest signal of the trace.
Page 308 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions 7. Press the SPAN key. 8. The edit dialog box to enter a frequency span is displayed. 9. Reduce the span, e.g. using the rotary knob. 3.3.4.7 Specifying the Suitable Peak Excursion 1. If the...
Page 309 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Signal # Min. amplitude decrease to both sides of the signal 30 dB 29.85 dB 7 dB 7 dB The detected signals and their order are different depending on the peak excursion setting and the peak search method (whether the next lower maximum or the next rela- tive maximum is searched).
Page 310 Measurement Functions 3.3.5 Power Measurements – MEAS Key With its power measurement functions, the R&S FSVA/FSV is able to measure all the necessary parameters with high accuracy in a wide dynamic range. A modulated carrier is almost always used (except e.g. SSB-AM) for high-frequency transmission of information.
Page 311 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions ● Harmonic Distortion measurements ("Harmonic Distortion" softkey, for details see Chapter 3.3.5.11, "Measuring Harmonic Distortion", on page 411) To open the power measurement menu ● Press the MEAS key. The measurement menu for spectrum analysis is displayed (see Chapter 3.3.5.1,...
Page 312 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions OBW (span > 0) Activates measurement of the occupied bandwidth according to the current configura- tion and opens a submenu to configure the measurement. For details see Chap- ter 3.3.5.4, "Measuring the Occupied Bandwidth",...
Page 313 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions CCDF Activates the function to measure the complementary cumulative distribution function (CCDF) and opens a submenu. For details see Chapter 3.3.5.8, "Calculating Signal Amplitude Statistics", on page 386. Remote command: on page 737 CALCulate<n>:STATistics:CCDF[:STATe]...
Page 314 The absolute measurement uncertainty of the R&S FSVA/FSV is < 1.5 dB and a relative measurement uncertainty of < 0.5 dB (each with a confidence level of 95 %).
Page 315 IBW method (Integration Bandwidth method). Fast ACLR Using Fast ACLR, the R&S FSVA/FSV sets the center frequency to the different chan- nel center frequencies consecutively and measures the power with the selected mea- surement time (= sweep time/number of channels).
Page 316 To obtain a high repeatability with short measurement times, the R&S FSVA/FSV offers a "Fast ACLR" mode. In the Fast ACLR mode, the R&S FSVA/FSV measures the power of each channel at the defined channel bandwidth, while being tuned to the center frequency of the channel in question.
Page 317 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Assuming a measurement with five channels (1 channel plus 2 lower and 2 upper adja- cent channels) and a sweep time of 100 ms, a measurement time per channel of 20 ms is required. The number of effective samples taken into account for power calcula- tion in one channel is the product of sweeptime in channel times the selected resolu- tion bandwidth.
Page 318 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Figure 3-14: Repeatability of adjacent channel power measurements on CDMA2000 signals in the fast ACP mode Channel Power Measurement Results For channel or adjacent-channel power measurements, the individual channels are indicated by different colored bars in the diagram. The height of each bar corresponds to the measured power of that channel.
Page 319 Predefined standards contain the main measurement settings for standard measure- ments. When such a standard is loaded, the required channel settings are automati- cally set on the R&S FSVA/FSV. However, the settings can be changed, and measure- ments with user-defined configurations are also possible.
Page 320 Up to 18 carrier channels and up to 12 adjacent channels can be defined. In the R&S FSVA/FSV's display, only the first neighboring channel of the carrier (TX) channel is labelled "Adj" (adjacent) channel; all others are labelled "Alt" (alternate) channels.
Page 321 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions In the "Channel Setup" dialog box you define the channel settings for all channels, independent of the defined number of used TX or adjacent channels. ● Defining Channel Bandwidths................321 ● Defining Channel Spacings...................321...
Page 322 2000 is different. These standards define the adjacent-channel spacing from the center of the transmission channel to the closest border of the adjacent channel. This defini- tion is also used for the R&S FSVA/FSV if the standards marked with an asterisk *) are selected.
Page 323 User standards created on an analyzer of the R&S FSP family are compatible to the R&S FSVA/FSV. User standards created on an R&S FSVA/FSV, however, are not necessarily compatible to the analyzers of the R&S FSP family and may not work there.
Page 324 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions To load a user-defined configuration ► Press "User Standard > Load" and select the user standard file. Softkeys for Channel and Adjacent-Channel Power Measurements Ch Power ACLR......................324 └ CP/ACLR Standard..................325 └ CP/ACLR Settings..................325 └...
Page 325 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions For general information on performing channel or adjacent-channel power measure- ments, see Chapter 3.3.5.2, "Measuring Channel Power and Adjacent-Channel Power", on page 313. Remote command: on page 703 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:SELect on page 700 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:RESult? on page 704 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer[:STATe]...
Page 326 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The channel power, the power of the upper and lower adjacent channel, the power of the next higher and lower channel (alternate channel 1), and of the next but one higher and lower adja- cent channel (alternate channel 2) are measured.
Page 327 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Bandwidth ← Channel Setup ← CP/ACLR Settings ← Ch Power ACLR Define the channel bandwidths for the transmission channels and the adjacent chan- nels. "TX" is only available for the multi-carrier ACLR measurement. When you change the bandwidth for one channel, the value is automatically also defined for all subse- quent channels of the same type.
Page 328 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Spacing ← Channel Setup ← CP/ACLR Settings ← Ch Power ACLR Define the channel spacings for the TX channels and for the adjacent channels. ● TX channels (left column) TX1-2 spacing between the first and the second carrier...
Page 329 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Names ← Channel Setup ← CP/ACLR Settings ← Ch Power ACLR Define user-specific channel names for each channel. The names defined here are dis- played in the result diagram and result table. Remote command:...
Page 330 ● The R&S FSVA/FSV checks adherence to the limits irrespective of whether the lim- its are absolute or relative or whether the measurement is carried out with absolute or relative levels. If both limits are active and if the higher of both limit values is exceeded, the measured value is marked by a preceding asterisk.
Page 331 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 703 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:RESult:PHZ Power Mode ← CP/ACLR Settings ← Ch Power ACLR Opens a submenu to select the power mode. Clear/Write ← Power Mode ← CP/ACLR Settings ← Ch Power ACLR If this mode is activated, the channel power and the adjacent channel powers are cal- culated directly from the current trace (default mode).
Page 332 Switches between the IBW method ("Fast ACLR Off") and the zero span method ("Fast ACLR On"). When switched on, the R&S FSVA/FSV sets the center frequency consecutively to the different channel center frequencies and measures the power with the selected mea- surement time (= sweep time/number of channels).
Page 333 705 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:STANdard:SAVE Delete ← User Standard ← Ch Power ACLR Deletes the user standard that you select in the corresponding dialog box. Note that the R&S FSVA/FSV deletes the file without further notice. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 334 Adjusts the reference level to the measured channel power. This ensures that the set- tings of the RF attenuation and the reference level are optimally adjusted to the signal level without overloading the R&S FSVA/FSV or limiting the dynamic range by a too small S/N ratio.
Page 335 2000 is different. These standards define the adjacent-channel spacing from the center of the transmission channel to the closest border of the adjacent channel. This defini- tion is also used for the R&S FSVA/FSV if the standards marked with an asterisk *) are selected.
Page 336 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Optimized Settings for CP/ACLR Test Parameters The "Adjust Settings" softkey (see "Adjust Settings" on page 331) automatically optimi- zes all instrument settings for the selected channel configuration, as described in the following: ●...
Page 337 334). 3.3.5.3 Measuring the Carrier-to-Noise Ratio The R&S FSVA/FSV can easily determine the carrier-to-noise ratio, also normalized to a 1 Hz bandwidth. The largest signal in the frequency span is the carrier. It is searched when the C/N or C/NO function is activated (see "C/N, C/No"...
Page 338 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The noise power of the channel is subtracted from the maximum carrier signal level, and in the case of a C/NO measurement, it is referred to a 1 Hz bandwidth. For this measurement, the RMS detector is activated.
Page 339 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions You can also query the determined carrier-to-noise ratio via the remote command CALC:MARK:FUNC:POW:RES? CN or CALC:MARK:FUNC:POW:RES? CN0, see on page 700. CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:RESult? Softkeys for Carrier-to-Noise Ratio Measurements C/N, C/No........................339 └ C/N........................339 └ C/No......................339 └...
Page 340 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Note that in the I/Q Analyzer the channel bandwidth does not change the measure- ment span or sampling rate; it merely defines the range for the carrier-to-noise analy- sis. Remote command: on page 842 [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:ACPairs Adjust Settings ←...
Page 341 New: OBW now also possible within defined search limits - multi-carrier OBW measurement in one sweep As of R&S FSVA/FSV firmware version 1.71, the occupied bandwidth of the signal can be determined within defined search limits instead of for the entire signal. Thus, only a single sweep is required to determine the OBW for a multi-carrier signal.
Page 342 Some of the measurement specifications (e.g. PDC, RCR STD-27B) require measure- ment of the occupied bandwidth using a peak detector. The detector setting of the R&S FSVA/FSV has to be changed accordingly then. A remote control programming example is described in Chapter 4.3.5, "Occupied...
Page 343 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Activates measurement of the occupied bandwidth according to the current configura- tion and opens a submenu to configure the measurement. The occupied bandwidth is displayed in the marker display field and marked on the trace by temporary markers.
Page 344 "Provided XML Files for the Spectrum Emission Mask Measurement" on page 361). In order to improve the performance of the R&S FSVA/FSV for spectrum emission mask measurements, a "Fast SEM" mode is available. For details see "Fast Spectrum Emission Mask Measurements"...
Page 345 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Provided XML Files for the Spectrum Emission Mask Measurement......361 Format Description of Spectrum Emission Mask XML Files........364 ASCII File Export Format (Spectrum Emission Mask)..........369 Fast Spectrum Emission Mask Measurements............370 Softkeys for Spectrum Emission Mask (SEM) Measurements Spectrum Emission Mask....................346...
Page 346 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions └ Save As Standard..................355 └ Meas Start/Stop.................... 355 └ Restore Standard Files................. 356 Spectrum Emission Mask Opens a submenu to configure the Spectrum Emission Mask measurement. The Spectrum Emission Mask (SEM) measurement defines a measurement that moni- tors compliance with a spectral mask.
Page 347 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spectrum Emission Mask After a preset, the sweep list contains a set of default ranges and parameters. For each range, you can change the parameters listed below. To insert or delete ranges, use the "Insert Before Range", "Insert After Range", "Delete Range"...
Page 348 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 797 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:FILTer:TYPE RBW ← Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spectrum Emission Mask Sets the RBW value for this range. Remote command: on page 796 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:BANDwidth[:RESolution] VBW ← Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spectrum Emission Mask Sets the VBW value for this range.
Page 349 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Transd. Factor ← Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spectrum Emission Mask Sets a transducer for the specified range. You can only choose a transducer that fulfills the following conditions: ●...
Page 350 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Rel Limit Start ← Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spectrum Emission Mask Sets a relative limit value at the start frequency of the range [dBc]. This parameter is only available if the limit check is set accordingly (see "Limit Check...
Page 351 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Symmetric Setup ← Sweep List ← Spectrum Emission Mask If activated, the current sweep list configuration is changed to define a symmetrical setup regarding the reference range. The number of ranges to the left of the reference range is reflected to the right, i.e.
Page 352 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions ● "RRC Filter State" Activates or deactivates the use of an RRC filter. ● "RRC Filter Settings" Sets the alpha value of the RRC filter. This window is only available if the RRC fil- ter is activated.
Page 353 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The file consists of the header containing important scaling parameters and a data sec- tion containing the marker data. For details on an ASCII file see Chapter 3.2.8.7, "ASCII File Export Format", on page 266.
Page 354 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions ● "Tx Bandwidth" Defines the bandwidth used for measuring the channel power: minimum span ≤ value ≤ span of reference range ● "RRC Filter State" Activates or deactivates the use of an RRC filter.
Page 355 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>[:EXCLusive] on page 653 To define all limits in one step: CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>:LIMit[:STATe] on page 654 PMin/PMax ← Edit Power Classes ← Spectrum Emission Mask Defines the level limits for each power class. The range always starts at -200 dBm (- INF) and always stops at 200 dBm (+INF).
Page 356 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions "Start" The measurement is currently running. "Stop" The measurement has been stopped, or, in single sweep mode, the end of the sweep has been reached. Remote command: on page 613 ABORt on page 758 INITiate<n>:ESPectrum...
Page 357 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The following information is provided in the result table: Label Description General Information Standard Loaded standard settings Tx Power Tx channel power Tx Bandwidth Tx channel bandwidth RBW for the Tx channel Range results...
Page 358 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The power result for the reference range can be queried using CALC:MARK:FUNC:POW:RES? CPOW, the peak power for the reference range using CALC:MARK:FUNC:POW:RES? PPOW. For details see CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:RESult? on page 700. Ranges and Range Settings...
Page 359 370). Working with Limit Lines in SEM Measurements Using the R&S FSVA/FSV, the spectrum emission mask is defined using limit lines. Limit lines allow you to check the measured data against specified limit values. Gener- ally, it is possible to define limit lines for any measurement in Spectrum mode using the LINES key.
Page 360 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The indicated limit line depends on the settings in the "Sweep List". Several types of limit checks are possible: Limit check type Pass/fail criteria Indicated limit line Absolute Absolute power levels may not Defined by the "Abs Limit Start"/ "Abs Limit...
Page 361 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Although a margin functionality is not available for the limit check, a margin (threshold) for the peak values to be displayed in the evaluation list can be defined in the list eval- uation settings. For details see "Result Evaluation"...
Page 362 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Path XML file name Displayed standard character- istics* PowerClass_negINF_31.xml W-CDMA 3GPP (-INF,31)dBm WIBRO\DL PowerClass_29_40.xml WiBro TTA (29,40)dBm DL PowerClass_40_INF.xml WiBro TTA (40,INF)dBm DL PowerClass_negINF_29.xml WiBro TTA (-INF,29)dBm DL WIBRO\UL PowerClass_23_INF.xml WiBro TTA (23,INF)dBm UL PowerClass_negINF_23.xml...
Page 363 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Path XML file name Displayed standard character- istics* EUTRA-LTE\DL\CategoryA\ BW_05_0_MHz__CFhigher1GHz.xm LTE Cat. A >1GHz DL EUTRA-LTE\DL\CategoryA\ BW_05_0_MHz__CFlower1GHz.xml LTE Cat. A <1GHz DL EUTRA-LTE\DL\CategoryA\ BW_10_0_MHz__Cfhigher1GHz.xml LTE Cat. A >1GHz DL EUTRA-LTE\DL\CategoryA\ BW_10_0_MHz__Cflower1GHz.xml LTE Cat. A >1GHz DL EUTRA-LTE\DL\CategoryA\ BW_15_0_MHz__CFhigher1GHz.xm...
Page 364 Figure 3-15: Example Spectrum emission mask standard file (PowerClass_39_43.xml) Be sure to follow the structure exactly as shown below or else the R&S FSVA/FSV is not able to interpret the XML file and error messages are shown on the screen. There-...
Page 365 The maximum num- ber of ranges is 20. Note that the R&S FSVA/FSV uses the same ranges in each power class. Therefore, the contents of the ranges of each defined power class have to be identical to the first power class.
Page 366 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Table 3-9 -->  </PowerClass> </LinkDirection> </RS_SEM_ACP_File> ● The "PowerClass" element is structured as follows: – <PowerClass Index=""n""> <StartPower Unit=""dBm"" InclusiveFlag=""true"" Value=""StartPowerValue""/> <StopPower Unit=""dBm"" InclusiveFlag=""false"" Value=""StopPowerValue""/>...
Page 367 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Table 3-8: Attributes and child nodes of the BaseFormat element Child Node Attribute Value Parameter Description Mand. FileFormatVersion 1.0.0.0 Date YYYY-MM-DD Date in ISO 8601 format HH:MM:SS Name <string> Name of the standard...
Page 368 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Table 3-10: Attributes and child nodes of the Range element (normal ranges) Child Node Attribute Value Parameter Description Mand. Index 0…19 Inde XE s are continuous and have to start with 0 Name <string>...
Page 369 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Child Node Attribute Value Parameter Description Mand. Type NORM | PULS | CFIL | RRC Bandwidth <bandwidth in Hz> "VBW" on page 348 Detector NEG | POS | If used, it has to be identical SAMP | RMS | in all ranges.
Page 370 <limit fail (pass = 0, fail =1)>; Fast Spectrum Emission Mask Measurements In order to improve the performance of the R&S FSVA/FSV for spectrum emission mask measurements, a "Fast SEM" mode is available. If this mode is activated, sev- eral consecutive ranges with identical sweep settings are combined to one sweep internally, which makes the measurement considerably more efficient.
Page 371 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Activating Fast SEM mode "Fast SEM" mode is activated in the sweep list (see "Fast SEM" on page 347) or using a remote command. Activating the mode for one range automatically activates it for all ranges in the sweep list.
Page 372 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Example Figure 3-16: Sweep list using Fast SEM mode Figure 3-16, a sweep list is shown for which Fast SEM is activated. The formerly 5 separately defined ranges are combined to 2 sweep ranges internally.
Page 373 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Spurious Emissions measurements are performed using the "Spurious Emissions" softkey in the "Measurement" menu (see "Spurious Emissions" on page 378). Most parameters are defined in the "Sweep List" dialog box (see "Sweep List dialog box"...
Page 374 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Defining ranges by remote control In Spurious Emissions measurements, there are no remote commands to insert new ranges between existing ranges directly. However, you can delete or re-define the existing ranges to create the required order.
Page 375 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Furthermore, you can save the evaluation list to a file ("Save Evaluation List"). Retrieving Results via Remote Control The spurious measurement results can be retrieved using the CALC:PSE? command from a remote computer (see CALCulate<n>:PEAKsearch|PSEarch[:...
Page 376 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions As for general limit lines, the results of each limit line check are displayed (here: "_SPURIOUS_LINE_ABS"), as well as the combined result for all defined limit lines ("Limit Check"). In addition to the limit line itself, the largest deviations of the absolute power from the limit line for each range are displayed in the evaluation list if the limit check is activa- ted.
Page 377 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions 3. In the "Sweep List" dialog box, define the limit line for each range using the "Abs Limit Start" and "Abs Limit Stop" settings. The limit values are absolute values for the absolute power level.
Page 378 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions └ ASCII File Export..............382 └ Decim Sep................383 └ Adjust Ref Lvl (span > 0)................383 └ Adjust X-Axis....................383 └ Meas Start/Stop.................... 383 Spurious Emissions Opens a submenu to configure the Spurious Emissions measurement and immediately starts a measurement.
Page 379 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 818 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:FILTer:TYPE RBW ← Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spurious Emissions Sets the RBW value for this range. Remote command: on page 815 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:BANDwidth[:RESolution] VBW ← Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spurious Emissions Sets the VBW value for this range.
Page 380 Stop After Sweep ← Sweep List dialog box ← Sweep List ← Spurious Emissions This command configures the sweep behavior. "ON" The R&S FSVA/FSV stops after one range is swept and continues only if you confirm (a message box is displayed). "OFF"...
Page 381 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions This parameter is only available if the limit check is set to "Absolute" (see "Limit Check 1-4" on page 380). Remote command: on page 820 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:LIMit:STOP Close Sweep List ← Sweep List ← Spurious Emissions Closes the "Sweep List"...
Page 382 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions List Evaluation (On/Off) ← List Evaluation ← Spurious Emissions Activates or deactivates the list evaluation. Remote command: on page 731 CALCulate<n>:PEAKsearch|PSEarch:AUTO on page 887 TRACe<n>[:DATA]? Details On/Off ← List Evaluation ← Spurious Emissions Configures the list contents.
Page 383 3.3.5.7 Measuring the Power in Zero Span Using the power measurement function, the R&S FSVA/FSV determines the power of the signal in zero span by summing up the power at the individual measurement points and dividing the result by the number of measurement points. Thus it is possible to measure the power of TDMA signals during transmission, for example, or during the muting phase.
Page 384 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Mode Description Peak Peak value from the points of the displayed trace or a segment thereof. RMS value from the points of the displayed trace or a segment thereof. Mean Mean value from the points of the displayed trace or a segment thereof.
Page 385 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Time Domain Power Activates the power measurement in zero span and opens a submenu to configure the power measurement. For more details see also Chapter 3.3.5.7, "Measuring the Power in Zero Span", on page 383.
Page 386 R&S FSVA/FSV is set into zero span mode automatically. The R&S FSVA/FSV measures the statistics of the signal applied to the RF input with the defined resolution bandwidth. To avoid affecting the peak amplitudes the video bandwidth is automatically set to 10 times the resolution bandwidth.
Page 387 Selecting the number of samples For statistics measurements with the R&S FSVA/FSV, the number of samples to be measured is defined instead of the sweep time. Since only statistically independent samples contribute to statistics, the acquisition or sweep time is calculated automati- cally and displayed in the channel bar (AQT).
Page 388 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Result Evaluation Amplitude Probability Distribution (APD) As a result of the APD function (Amplitude Probability Distribution), the probability of measured amplitude values is displayed. During a selectable measurement time all occurring amplitude values are assigned to an amplitude range. The number of ampli- tude values in the specific ranges is counted and the result is displayed as a histo- gram.
Page 389 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (CCDF) The Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (CCDF) shows the probability that the mean signal power amplitude will be exceeded in percent. The level above the mean power is plotted along the x-axis of the graph. The origin of the axis corresponds to the mean power level.
Page 390 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Crest Crest factor (peak power – mean power) 0,01 % Level values over 0,01 % above mean power 0,1 % Level values over 0,1 % above mean power Level values over 1 % above mean power...
Page 391 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 781 [SENSe:]BANDwidth|BWIDth[:RESolution] # of Samples ← APD Opens an edit dialog box to set the number of power measurements that are taken into account for the statistics. Apart from the number of measurements the overall measurement time depends also on the set resolution bandwidth as the resolution bandwidth directly influences the sampling rate.
Page 392 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: Logarithmic scaling: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y:SPAC LOG, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y: on page 749 SPACing Display range: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y 50DB, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe] on page 749 Range Log 10 dB ← x-Axis Range ← Scaling ← APD Sets the level display range to 10 dB.
Page 393 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Range Linear % ← x-Axis Range ← Scaling ← APD Selects linear scaling for the level axis in %. The grid is divided into decadal sections. Markers are displayed in the selected unit ("Unit" softkey). Delta markers are displayed in % referenced to the voltage value at the position of marker 1.
Page 394 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions y-axis upper limit: y-axis lower limit: 1E-6 Remote command: on page 738 CALCulate<n>:STATistics:PRESet Adjust Settings ← Scaling ← APD Adjusts the level settings according to the measured difference between peak and min- imum power for APD measurement or peak and mean power for CCDF measurement in order to obtain maximum power resolution.
Page 395 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions SWE:EGAT:TRAC1:STAT1 ON (see [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:TRACe<k>[: on page 855) STATe<range>] Activates tracing for range 1 of trace 1. SWE:EGAT:TRAC1:STAR1 3ms (see [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:TRACe<k>: on page 856) STARt<range> Sets the starting point for range 1 on trace 1 at 3 ms.
Page 396 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions After a CCDF measurement, the results are displayed in a table beneath the diagram. Mean Mean power Peak Peak power Crest Crest factor (peak power – mean power) 0,01 % Level values over 0,01 % above mean power...
Page 397 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 738 CALCulate<n>:STATistics:NSAMples Scaling ← CCDF Opens a submenu to change the scaling parameters of x- and y-axis. x-Axis Ref Level ← Scaling ← CCDF Opens an edit dialog box to enter the reference level in the currently active unit (dBm, dBµV, etc).
Page 398 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: Logarithmic scaling: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y:SPAC LOG, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y: on page 749 SPACing Display range: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y 10DB, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe] on page 749 Range Log 5 dB ← x-Axis Range ← Scaling ← CCDF Sets the level display range to 5 dB.
Page 399 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Range Lin. Unit ← x-Axis Range ← Scaling ← CCDF Selects linear scaling in dB for the level display range, i.e. the horizontal lines are labeled in dB. Markers are displayed in the selected unit ("Unit" softkey). Delta markers are displayed in dB referenced to the power value at the position of marker 1.
Page 400 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Adjust Settings ← Scaling ← CCDF Adjusts the level settings according to the measured difference between peak and min- imum power for APD measurement or peak and mean power for CCDF measurement in order to obtain maximum power resolution. Adjusts the reference level to the current input signal.
Page 401 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Sets the stopping point for range 1 on trace 1 at 5 ms. SWE:EGAT:TRAC1:PER 5ms (see [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:TRACe<k>: PERiod on page 856) Defines the period for gated triggering to 5 ms. Adjust Settings ← CCDF...
Page 402 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Defining gated triggering 1. Press the "Gated Trigger" softkey to activate gated triggering (see "Gated Trigger (On/Off)" on page 394). 2. Press the "Gate Ranges" softkey to open the "Gate Ranges" dialog (see "Gate...
Page 403 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Make sure the defined period is not longer than the acquisition time of the current measurement. Keep in mind that the acquisition time depends on the bandwidth and the number of samples settings (see "Selecting the number of samples"...
Page 404 In order to measure the third order intercept point (TOI), a two-tone signal with equal carrier levels is expected at the R&S FSVA/FSV input. Marker 1 and marker 2 (both normal markers) are set to the maximum of the two signals. Marker 3 and marker 4 are placed on the intermodulation products.
Page 405 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Figure 3-19: Intermodulation products PU1 and PU2 The intermodulation product at f is generated by mixing the 2nd harmonic of useful signal P and signal P , the intermodulation product at f by mixing the 2nd harmonic...
Page 406 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Figure 3-20: Dependency of intermodulation level on useful signal level The useful signals at the two-port output increase proportionally with the input level as long as the two-port is in the linear range. A level change of 1 dB at the input causes a level change of 1 dB at the output.
Page 407 (= signal level – set RF attenuation) at different useful signal offsets. Figure 3-21: Intermodulation-free range of the R&S FSVA/FSV as a function of level at the input mixer and the set resolution bandwidth (Useful signal offset = 1 MHz, DANL = -145 dBm/Hz, TOI = 15 dBm;...
Page 408 FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Figure 3-22: Intermodulation-free dynamic range of the R&S FSVA/FSV as a function of level at the input mixer and of the selected resolution bandwidth (Useful signal offset = 10 to 100 kHz, DANL = -145 dBm/Hz, TOI = 15 dBm; typical val- ues at 2 GHz).
Page 409 Opens a submenu and activates the measurement of the 3rd order intercept point. A two-tone signal with equal carrier levels is expected at the R&S FSVA/FSV input. Marker 1 and marker 2 (both normal markers) are set to the maximum of the two sig- nals.
Page 410 The markers can be adjusted man- ually, if necessary. The R&S FSVA/FSV calculates the power at the marker positions from the measured levels. The AM modulation depth is calculated as the ratio between the power values at the reference marker and at the delta markers.
Page 411 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Deltamarker 3, on the other hand, can be moved for fine adjustment irrespective of marker 2. Marker 1 can also be moved manually for re-adjustment without affecting the position of the deltamarkers. For general information on measuring the AM modulation depth see Chapter 3.3.5.10,...
Page 412 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions As a result, the zero span sweeps on all harmonics are shown, as well as the RMS values and the THD (total harmonic distortion). A measurement example is described in Chapter 2.7.2, "Measurement of Harmonics",...
Page 413 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The following formula for the obtainable harmonic distortion d in dB is derived from the straight-line equations and the given intercept point: = S.H.I – P where: harmonic distortion mixer level/dBm S.H.I. second harmonic intercept The mixer level is the RF level applied to the RF input minus the set RF attenuation.
Page 414 The sweep time is, therefore, also increased con- siderably. In this case, the measurement of individual harmonics is carried out with the R&S FSVA/FSV set to a small span. Only the frequency range around the harmonics will then be measured with a small resolution bandwidth.
Page 415 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 697 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics[:STATe] on page 695 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:DISTortion? on page 696 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:LIST? No. of Harmonics ← Harmonic Distortion Sets the number of harmonics that shall be measured. The range is from 1 to 26.
Page 416 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions The "Lines" menu and the "Select Limit Line" dialog box are displayed. For details on the "Select Limit Line" dialog box refer to Chapter 3.3.7.5, "Selecting a Limit Line", on page 422. Menu and softkey description ●...
Page 417 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions └ Edit Margin....................418 └ Edit Value......................418 └ Insert Value....................418 └ Delete Value....................418 └ Save Limit Line..................... 418 Edit..........................418 Copy to........................418 Delete..........................419 Offset........................419 Offset........................419 Display Lines.......................419 └ Display Line 1 / Display Line 2..............419...
Page 418 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Edit Margin ← New Sets the focus on the "Margin" field to enter or change a margin for the limit line. The default setting is 0 dB (i.e. no margin). Edit Value ← New Opens an edit dialog box to change an existing x or y value, depending on the selected column.
Page 419 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 637 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:COPY Delete Deletes the selected limit line. Remote command: on page 638 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:DELete X Offset Horizontally shifts a limit line that has been specified for relative frequencies or times (x-axis).
Page 420 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Remote command: on page 633 CALCulate<n>:DLINe<k> on page 634 CALCulate<n>:DLINe<k>:STATe Frequency Line 1 / Frequency Line 2 ← Display Lines Enables or disables the frequency lines 1/2 (span > 0) and opens an edit dialog box to enter the position of the lines.
Page 421 The y unit of the limit line has to be identical to the current setting with the excep- tion of dB based units; all dB based units are compatible with each other. At the time of entry, the R&S FSVA/FSV immediately checks that all limit lines are in accordance with the following guidelines: ●...
Page 422 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Switching a line on or off 1. Press the Display Lines softkey. 2. Press the softkey for the required line, e.g. Display Line 1 / Display Line An edit dialog box is opened to enter the position of the line. If the line was switched off, it is switched on.
Page 423 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions ● To display only the limit lines that are compatible, activate the "Show compatible" option. For details on compatibility refer to Chapter 3.3.7.3, "Limit Lines (Fre- quency/Time Lines)", on page 421. 3.3.7.6 Creating a New Limit Line Press the softkey to define a new limit line.
Page 424 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Setting Description Position Position of data point Value Value of data point X-Axis: ● Span setting "Hz" for span > 0 Hz ● "s" for zero span ● Absolute: The frequencies or times are interpreted as absolute physical Scale mode units.
Page 425 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Defining a margin A margin is similar to a limit, but less strict and it still belongs to the valid data range. It can be used as a warning that the limit is almost reached. The margin is not indicated by a separate line in the display.
Page 426 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Shifting a limit line vertically ► Select the "Shift y" button and enter a shift width for the y value in the edit dialog box. Saving the limit line settings ► Press the "Save" button in the dialog.
Page 427 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions 3.3.7.9 Activating/Deactivating a Limit Line Prerequisites: The x- and y-units of limit line and current measurement setting have to be compatible. For details refer to Chapter 3.3.7.3, "Limit Lines (Frequency/Time Lines)", on page 421.
Page 428 760 INPut:COUPling Noise Source Switches the supply voltage for an external noise source on or off. For details on con- nectors refer to the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide, "Front and Rear Panel" chap- ter. Remote command: on page 920 DIAGnostic<n>:SERVice:NSOurce...
Page 429 For details see the base unit description. Probe Config With firmware R&S FSVA/FSV 1.61SP2 or newer, active probes are supported (via an adapter). This softkey opens an edit dialog box to activate and configure a connected probe which is to provide an input signal. It is only available if a probe is connected to the instrument's RF INPUT and USB connectors.
Page 430 Note that R&S DigIConf requires a USB connection (not LAN!) from the R&S FSVA/FSV to the R&S EX-IQ-BOX in addition to the R&S Digital I/Q Interface connection. R&S DigIConf version 2.10 or higher is required.
Page 431 FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions Firmware Update ← EXIQ If a firmware update for the R&S EX-IQ-BOX is delivered with the R&S FSVA/FSV firm- ware, this function is available. In this case, when you select the softkey, the firmware update is performed.
Page 432 With firmware R&S FSVA/FSV 1.61SP2 or newer, active probes from the R&S RT-ZS series are supported when using the new probe adapter RT-ZA9. When the probe has been connected to and recognized by the R&S FSVA/FSV, a pre- defined "Generic Probe" transducer factor with 20 dB is automatically activated and the unit of the spectrum analyzer is changed to dBμV.
Page 433 For more information on RT probes, refer to the probe's documentation. Connecting Active Probes In order to use active probes with an R&S FSVA/FSV, an RT-ZA9 adapter is required. The RT-ZA9 provides an interface between the probe's BNC socket and and the ana- lyzer's N-socket and provides the necessary supply voltages for the probe via the USB connection.
Page 434 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Functions To perform a measurement with the probe ► Place the probe on the required position on the test equipment, then press the micro button on the probe to perform a single sweep measurement.
Page 435: Measurement Modes
Spectrogram mode Equipped with the firmware option R&S FSV-K14, the R&S FSVA/FSV provides a graphical overview of changes in frequency and amplitude over a specified period of time. Spectrogram mode can be accessed viat the TRACE key.
Page 436 "Spectrum 1" to "Spectrum 4". ► To add a new spectrum display, press the "New Spectrum" softkey. The R&S FSVA/FSV opens an additional "Spectrum" tab each time you press the softkey up to a maximum of four.
Page 437 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Measurement Modes on page 767 INSTrument:CREate[:NEW] 3.4.1.2 I/Q Analyzer Mode The "I/Q Analyzer" mode provides measurement and display functions for digital I/Q signals. For details refer to Chapter 3.5, "Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer", on page 440.
Page 438 3.4.1.12 TDS BTS and TDS UE Mode (Option R&S FSV-K76/-K77) Equipped with the firmware application R&S FSV-K76, the R&S FSVA/FSV performs code domain measurements on forward link signals according to the 3GPP standard (Third Generation Partnership Project). TD-SCDMA BTS Analysis is performed in "TDS BTS"...
Page 439 The "WLAN" mode requires an instrument equipped with the corresponding optional software. This mode provides Wireless LAN TX measurement functions according to IEEE 802.11 a, b, g and j standards. This option is not available for R&S FSVA/FSV 40 model 1307.9002K39. For details see the R&S FSV-K91 document. 3.4.1.16 WiMAX Mode (WiMAX IEEE 802.16 OFDM, OFDMA Measurements Option,...
Page 440: Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer
R&S FSV-K105 LTE TDD UL The application provides EUTRA/LTE measurement functions according to the 3GPP standard. This option is not available for R&S FSVA/FSV 40 model 1307.9002K39. For details see the corresponding manuals. 3.4.2 Measurement Mode Menus – HOME Key The HOME key provides a quick access to the root menu of the current measurement mode.
Page 441 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer The "Marker" menu is identical to the one in Spectrum mode for display modes "Magni- tude","Real/Imag" and "Spectrum" (except for "Marker Zoom"), see "Display Config" on page 447. For the other display modes this menu is not available.
Page 442 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer └ Input Sample Rate................443 └ Full Scale Level.................. 443 └ Level Unit....................443 └ Adjust Reference Level to Full Scale Level........443 └ EXIQ......................443 └ Settings..................444 └ Settings..................444 └...
Page 443 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Input Path ← Signal Source ← I/Q Analyzer Defines whether the "RF Radio Frequency" or the "Digital IQ" input path is used for measurements. "Digital IQ" is only available if option R&S FSV-B17 (R&S Digital I/Q Interface) is installed.
Page 444 Note that R&S DigIConf requires a USB connection (not LAN!) from the R&S FSVA/FSV to the R&S EX-IQ-BOX in addition to the R&S Digital I/Q Interface connection. R&S DigIConf version 2.10 or higher is required.
Page 445 Remote command: Remote commands for the R&S DigIConf software always begin with SOURce:EBOX. Such commands are passed on from the R&S FSVA/FSV to the R&S DigIConf auto- matically which then configures the R&S EX-IQ-BOX via the USB connection. All remote commands available for configuration via the R&S DigIConf software are described in the "R&S®EX-IQ-BOX Digital Interface Module R&S®DigIConf Software...
Page 446 897 TRACe<n>:IQ:DIQFilter Maximum Bandwidth ← Data Acquisition ← I/Q Analyzer Defines the maximum bandwidth to be used by the R&S FSVA/FSV for I/Q data acqui- sition This function is only available if the bandwidth extension option R&S FSV-B160 is installed and no other restrictions for its use apply (see "Restrictions"...
Page 447 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer "Auto" (Default) The maximum available bandwidth is used for all sample rates. If the bandwidth extension option R&S FSV-B160 is installed, it is activated for bandwidths as of 64 MHz (if no other restrictions for its use apply, see "Restrictions"...
Page 448 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer "Magnitude" Shows the values in time domain "Spectrum" Displays the frequency spectrum of the captured I/Q samples. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 449 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer "I/Q-Vector" Displays the captured samples in an I/Q-plot. The samples are con- nected by a line. "Real/Imag Displays the I and Q values in separate diagrams. (I/Q)" Remote command: on page 743 CALCulate<n>:FORMat...
Page 450 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer The displayed sample rate is identical to the sample rate defined under Data Acquisi- tion (I/Q Analyzer) and is not editable here. For details see "Digital Output" in the description of the R&S Digital I/Q Interface for the base unit.
Page 451 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer The measurement is performed on the trace that marker 1 is assigned to. To shift marker 1 and measure another trace, use the Marker to Trace softkey in the "Marker To"...
Page 452 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer └ Range Linear %.................... 454 └ Range Lin. Unit..................... 454 Unit..........................454 Preamp On/Off......................454 RF Atten Manual/Mech Att Manual................455 RF Atten Auto/Mech Att Auto..................455 El Atten On/Off......................455 El Atten Mode (Auto/Man)...................456...
Page 453 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Remote command: Logarithmic scaling: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y:SPAC LOG, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y: on page 749 SPACing Display range: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y 50DB, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe] on page 749 Range Log 10 dB ← Range Sets the level display range to 10 dB.
Page 454 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Range Linear % ← Range Selects linear scaling for the level axis in %. The grid is divided into decadal sections. Markers are displayed in the selected unit ("Unit" softkey). Delta markers are displayed in % referenced to the voltage value at the position of marker 1.
Page 455 The RF attenuation can be set in 5 dB steps (R&S FSV with option R&S FSV-B25 or R&S FSVA: 1 dB steps). The range is specified in the data sheet. If the current refer- ence level cannot be set for the set RF attenuation, the reference level is adjusted accordingly.
Page 456 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer ● To define the mechanical attenuation, use the RF Atten Manual/Mech Att Manual RF Atten Auto/Mech Att Auto softkeys. ● To define the electronic attenuation, use the El Atten Mode (Auto/Man) softkey.
Page 457 Remote command: on page 851 [SENSe:]POWer:NCORrection Input (AC/DC) Toggles the RF input of the R&S FSVA/FSV between AC and DC coupling. This function is not available for input from the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (option R&S FSV-B17). Remote command: on page 760 INPut:COUPling Input 50 Ω/75 Ω...
Page 458 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer This function is not available for input from the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (option R&S FSV-B17). Remote command: on page 765 INPut:IMPedance 3.5.3 Softkeys of the Trigger Menu in I/Q Analyzer Mode In I/Q Analyzer mode, the "Trigger"...
Page 459 This trigger mode is available with detector board 1307.9554.02 Rev 05.00 or higher. It is not available for input from the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (option R&S FSVA/FSV- B17). If RF Power trigger mode is selected and digital baseband input is activated, the trigger mode is automatically switched to "Free Run".
Page 460 Note: Be aware that in auto sweep type mode, due to a possible change in sweep types, the bandwidth may vary considerably for the same RBW setting. The R&S FSVA/FSV is triggered as soon as the trigger level is exceeded around the selected frequency (= start frequency in the frequency sweep).
Page 461 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer If a power sensor is selected as the trigger mode, the following softkeys are not availa- ble; these settings are configured in the "Power Sensor Configuration" dialog box (see Chapter 3.9.5, "Power Sensor Configuration Dialog",...
Page 462 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer LVDS pin SDATA0_P - Marker1 SDATA4_P - Marker2 Remote command: TRIG:SOUR GP0, see on page 909 TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:SOURce SWE:EGAT:SOUR RFP for gated triggering, see [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:SOURce on page 854 Trigger Level Defines the trigger level as a numeric value.
Page 463 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer In the "External" or "IF Power" trigger mode, a common input signal is used for both trigger and gate. Therefore, changes to the gate delay will affect the trigger delay (trig- ger offset) as well.
Page 464 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer "Search Imag" Marker search functions are performed on the imaginary trace of the I/Q measurement. "Search Mag- Marker search functions are performed on the magnitude of the I and Q data.
Page 465 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer For more information see Chapter 3.3.3.5, "Frequency Measurement with the Fre- quency Counter", on page 297. Remote command: on page 664 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:COUNt on page 665 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:COUNt:FREQuency? n dB down Opens an edit dialog box to enter a value to define the level spacing of the two tempo- rary markers to the right and left of marker 1 (default setting: 3 dB).
Page 466 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Remote command: on page 683 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:COUNt? on page 685 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:X on page 686 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:Y? Peak List On/Off ← Marker Peak List Activates/deactivates the marker peak list. If activated, the peak list is displayed and the peaks are indicated in the trace display.
Page 467 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Remote command: on page 675 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:X:SLIMits:RIGHT Threshold ← Marker Peak List Opens an edit dialog box to define the threshold line. The threshold line represents the lower level limit for a "Peak" search and the upper level limit for a "Min" search.
Page 468 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Band power markers are only available for standard frequency measurements in Spec- trum mode. Note: As of firmware version 2.0, Band Power markers are also available in the I/Q Analyzer, but only for Spectrum displays (see "Display Config"...
Page 469 The I/Q data is written to a single memory, the data acquisition is hardware-triggered. Figure 3-24: Block diagram illustrating the R&S FSVA/FSV signal processing Maximum number of samples The maximum number of samples for RF input is 200 MS.
Page 470 FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Figure 3-25: Block diagram illustrating the R&S FSVA/FSV signal processing (with option B160) Usage of the optional hardware can be deactivated manually for sample rates between 64 MHz and 128 MHz, if necessary, for example to reduce possible spurious effects. In...
Page 471 Usable I/Q (Analysis) bandwidth: the bandwidth range in which the signal remains undistorted in regard to amplitude characteristic and group delay; this range can be used for accurate analysis by the R&S FSVA/FSV For the I/Q data acquisition, digital decimation filters are used internally. The passband of these digital filters determines the maximum usable I/Q bandwidth.
Page 472 Sample rate: 100 Hz to 12.5 MHz Maximum I/Q bandwidth: proportional up to 12.5 MHz Usable I/Q bandwidth = 0.8 * Output sample rate R&S FSV with option B70 or R&S FSVA with option B40 (I/Q Bandwidth Exten- sion) Sample rate: 100 Hz - 128 MHz...
Page 473 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer Sample rate: 100 Hz - 400 MHz (B160 hardware used only for 32 MHz / 64 MHz - 400 MHz, depending on the Maximum Bandwidth setting) Maximum I/Q bandwidth: 160 MHz...
Page 474: Instrument Functions - Tracking Generator (Options R&S Fsv-B9/ R&S Fsv-B10)
3.6 Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) If the R&S FSVA/FSV Tracking Generator option (R&S FSV-B9) is installed, an internal tracking generator emits a signal at the exact input frequency of the analyzer during operation. The generated signal is sent to the DUT, thus allowing the analyzer to con- trol the input frequency of the device directly.
Page 475 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) 3.6.1 Softkeys of the Tracking Generator Menu The "Tracking Generator" menu is displayed when you press the INPUT/OUPUT key and then "Tracking Generator". This softkey is only available if the R&S FSV option Tracking Generator (B9) or Exter- nal Tracking Generator (B10) or both are installed.
Page 476 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) The default output power is -20 dBm. The range is specified in the data sheet. Remote command: on page 869 SOURce<n>:POWer[:LEVel][:IMMediate][:AMPLitude] Source Cal Opens a submenu to configure calibration for transmission and reflection measurement for tracking generators.
Page 477 If a 10 dB attenuation is inserted into the signal path between DUT and R&S FSVA/FSV input, for example after a source calibration, the measurement trace is moved down by 10 dB. Entering a reference value of -10 dB will also shift the refer- ence line down by 10 dB and place the measurement trace on the reference line.
Page 478 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) External AM ← Modulation Activates an AM modulation of the tracking generator output signal. The modulation signal is applied to the TG IN I/AM connector. An input voltage of 1 V corresponds to 100 % amplitude modulation.
Page 479 3.6.2 Connecting External Tracking Generators The external tracking generator is controlled either via a LAN connection or via the – optional – second GPIB interface of the R&S FSVA/FSV (= IEC2, supplied with the option). Using GPIB, with some Rohde & Schwarz generators, additionally the TTL synchroni- zation interface included in the AUX interface of the R&S FSVA/FSV can be used.
Page 480 In order to enhance measurement accuracy, a common reference frequency should be used for both the R&S FSVA/FSV and the generator. If no independent 10 MHz refer- ence frequency is available, it is recommended that you connect the reference output of the generator with the reference input of the R&S FSVA/FSV and that you enable...
Page 481 FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) 3.6.2.1 Overview of Generators Supported by the R&S FSVA/FSV The R&S SMA and R&S SMU require the following firmware versions: R&S SMA: V2.10.x or higher R&S SMU: V1.10 or higher...
Page 482 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Generator Interface Type Generator Min Generator Max Generator Min Generator Max Freq Freq Power Power SMR20 1 GHz 20 GHz -130 10 MHz 20 GHz...
Page 483 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Generator Interface Type Generator Min Generator Max Generator Min Generator Max Freq Freq Power Power SMU06B31 100 kHz 6 GHz -145 SMW20 100 kHz 20 GHz...
Page 484 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) The configuration dialog box contains the following fields: Select Selects the internal tracking generator as the current tracking generator source. "Inter- nal" is displayed as the source on the "Source RF" softkey. All tracking generator func- tions are performed with the currently selected source.
Page 485 Frequency Offset Constant frequency offset between the output signal of the tracking generator and the input frequency of the R&S FSVA/FSV. Possible offsets are in a range of ±1 GHz in 0.1 Hz steps. The default setting is 0 Hz. Offsets <> 0 Hz are marked with the enhancement label "FRQ"...
Page 486 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) The configuration dialog box contains the following fields: Select Selects the specified external tracking generator as the current tracking generator source. "External 1" or "External 2" is displayed as the source on the "Source RF" soft- key.
Page 487 Figure 3-28: Output frequency of the generator Note: Make sure that the frequencies resulting from the start and stop frequency of the R&S FSVA/FSV do not exceed the allowed generator range: ● If the start frequency lies below F MIN, the generator is only switched on when F MIN is reached.
Page 488 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) ● If the stop frequency lies above F MAX, the generator is switched off. When the generator is subsequently switched on using the "Source RF Internal (On/ Off)"...
Page 489 Selects internal or external reference for the generator (default: internal). Note: Using the TTL interface allows for considerably higher measurement rates than pure GPIB control, because the frequency stepping of the R&S FSVA/FSV is directly coupled with the frequency stepping of the generator.
Page 490 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Be careful, however, to adhere to the required syntax and commands. Errors will only be detected and displayed when you try to use the new generator (see also Chap- ter 3.6.5, "Displayed Information and...
Page 491 R&S FSVA/FSV operates without overrange reserve. That means the R&S FSVA/FSV is in danger of being overloaded if a signal is applied whose amplitude is higher than the reference line. In this case, either the message "OVLD" for overload or "IFOVL"...
Page 492 It is connected to the input connector of the DUT. The input of the R&S FSVA/FSV is fed from the output of the DUT. A calibration can be carried out to compensate for the effects of the test setup (e.g.
Page 493 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) You can shift the relative reference point within the grid using the "Reference Value Position" on page 477 softkey. Thus, the trace can be shifted from the top grid margin...
Page 494 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Figure 3-32: Normalized measurement, shifted with Reference Value Position= 50% DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y:RPOS 10PCT, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[: on page 751 SCALe]:RPOSition Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 495 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Figure 3-33: Measurement with Reference Value: +10dB and Reference Value Position = 50% After the reference line has been shifted by entering +10 dB as the "Reference Value"...
Page 496 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Figure 3-34: Measurement of a 10-dB attenuator pad with 2dB/Div DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y:RVAL +10dB, see DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[: on page 752 SCALe]:RVALue 3.6.4.6 Modulation (internal Tracking Generator only) The time characteristics of the tracking generator output signal can be influenced by means of external signals (input voltage range -1 V to +1 V).
Page 497 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Table 3-13: Simultaneous modes of modulation (tracking generator) Modulation Frequency offset EXT AM EXT FM EXT I/Q ● ● ● Frequency offset ● ● EXT AM ●...
Page 498 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – Tracking Generator (Options R&S FSV-B9/ R&S FSV-B10) Figure 3-35: I/Q modulation I/Q modulation is performed by means of the built-in quadrature modulator. The RF signal is divided into two orthogonal I and Q components (in phase and quadrature phase).
Page 499: Instrument Functions - R&S Digital I/Q Interface (Option R&S Fsv-B17)
I/Q data, which can be output via GPIB or the LAN inter- face. If the R&S FSVA/FSV R&S Digital I/Q Interface option (R&S FSV-B17) is instal- led, an online digital I/Q data interface is provided on the rear panel of the instrument for input and output.
Page 500 The following typical applications use the R&S Digital I/Q Interface: ● Capturing and evaluating digital I/Q data in the I/Q Analyzer mode of the R&S FSVA/FSV base unit or other (optional) applications, e.g. R&S FSV-K70 (VSA). See Chapter 3.5, "Instrument Functions - I/Q Analyzer",...
Page 501 ● Output of digital I/Q data to a device with a user-specific interface using an R&S EX-IQ-BOX (see the "R&S®EX-IQ-BOX - External Signal Interface Module Man- ual". The EX-IQ-Box functionality is not supported for R&S FSVA/FSV models 1321.3008Kxx.) ● Capturing and evaluating digital I/Q data from a device with a user-specific inter- face using an R&S EX-IQ-BOX (see the "R&S®EX-IQ-BOX - External Signal Inter-...
Page 502 Signal Source The device that provides digital input must be connected to the R&S Digital I/Q Inter- face at the rear of the R&S FSVA/FSV. The signal source is then configured in the "Signal Source" dialog box. In the "Signal Source" dialog box the detected input device is indicated. For "Digital Baseband (I/Q)"...
Page 503 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - R&S Digital I/Q Interface (Option R&S FSV-B17) changed, a connection protocol is executed, and before the first measurement, a PRBS descewing test is performed. Information on the connection status and the results of the connection tests are provided in the "Digital IQ Info" dialog box, see Chapter 3.7.5, "Interface Status...
Page 504 Maximum sample rate Digital input 45 MHz (without R&S FSV-B70/R&S FSVA-B40) (*) (SR) active 254 * ISR, max. 10 GHz (with R&S FSV-B70/R&S FSVA-B40) Digital output 45 MHz (without R&S FSV-B70/R&S FSVA-B40) active 100 MHz (with R&S FSV-B70/R&S FSVA-B40) (*) Note the relationship between the sample rate and the input sample rate, which may restrict the value...
Page 505 > 100 MHz, is stored there in a memory temporarily and then read from the memory and transmitted to the R&S FSVA/FSV. In this case, make sure the source sample rate is defined corrrespondingly for the connected device (see "Input Sample Rate"...
Page 506 Instrument Functions - R&S Digital I/Q Interface (Option R&S FSV-B17) Figure 3-37: Bandwidths depending on sample rate for active digital input Table 3-17: Bandwidths depending on sample rate for active digital input (with R&S FSV-B70/ R&S FSVA-B40) Examplary digital Possible output sample rates and the corresponding IQ bandwidths...
Page 507 = 3.8152 kHz max(ISR/(2*1048576), 100 Hz) min(254*ISR, 10GHz) Table 3-18: Bandwidths depending on sample rate for active digital input (without R&S FSV-B70/ R&S FSVA-B40) Examplary digital Possible output sample rates and the corresponding IQ bandwidths input sample Linear increase from the minimum...
Page 508: Digital Output
® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - R&S Digital I/Q Interface (Option R&S FSV-B17) Examplary digital Possible output sample rates and the corresponding IQ bandwidths input sample Linear increase from the minimum Constant IQ bandwidth from break rates possible output sample rate up to...
Page 509 R&S Digital I/Q Interface continuously. Using this interface, the I/Q data can be processed in an external device as an alternative to internal processing in the R&S FSVA/FSV. The sample rate at the digital output corresponds to the user-defined sample rate (maximum 100 MHz, see "Sample Rate"...
Page 510 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - R&S Digital I/Q Interface (Option R&S FSV-B17) └ Settings....................512 └ Settings....................512 └ Send To......................512 └ Firmware Update..................512 └ R&S Support....................512 └ DigIConf......................512 Signal Source Opens a dialog box to select the signal source.
Page 511 Note that R&S DigIConf requires a USB connection (not LAN!) from the R&S FSVA/FSV to the R&S EX-IQ-BOX in addition to the R&S Digital I/Q Interface connection. R&S DigIConf version 2.10 or higher is required.
Page 512 The configuration settings defined in the dialog box are transferred to the R&S EX-IQ- BOX. Firmware Update ← EXIQ If a firmware update for the R&S EX-IQ-BOX is delivered with the R&S FSVA/FSV firm- ware, this function is available. In this case, when you select the softkey, the firmware update is performed.
Page 513 Table 3-19: Displayed Information for Digital Baseband Connections Label Description Digital I/Q input connection Digital-I/Q Input Device connected to R&S FSVA/FSV input interface Serial Number Serial number of the connected device Port Port name used by the connected device (Max.) Digital Output Sample Maximum possible or currently used sample rate of the connected device;...
Page 514 The state of this test is also indicated in the dialog box and the status bar. If either of the tests fail, check the cable to the connected device as a first step. Also make sure the data rate of the R&S FSVA/FSV and the connected device comply with the specification.
Page 515 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - R&S Digital I/Q Interface (Option R&S FSV-B17) Icon Status Connection protocol in progress Connection protocol passed PRBS test in progress PRBS test passed Connection protocol failed PRBS test failed No cable connected although "Signal Source" = "DigIQ"...
Page 516 For the connection, use the cables provided with the R&S EX-IQ-BOX or an R&S®SMU-Z6 cable (order no.: 1415.0201.02). Figure 3-39: LVDS connector on the R&S FSVA/FSV rear panel, connector front view Table 3-21 shows the multiplexed data at the output of the LVDS transmitter.
Page 517: Instrument Functions - External Mixer (Option R&S Fsv-B21)
External mixers - once activated - are available for all instrument applications. (De-)Activation is only possible in the base unit, i.e. in "Spectrum" mode. Connecting External Mixers How to connect external mixers is described in the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide, "Optional Front Panel Connectors". Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 518 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) General information Some general information on working with external mixers can be found in Chap- ter 3.8.1, "General Information on External Mixers", on page 518. Menu and softkey description The "External Mixer"...
Page 519 DC voltage can be set via the "BIAS" function using the D/A converter of the R&S FSVA/FSV. The value to be entered is not the voltage but the short-circuit cur- rent. The current is defined in the "Bias Settings" or set to the value of the conversion loss table (see "Bias Settings"...
Page 520 Figure 3-41: Conversion loss outside the band's frequency range Predefined conversion loss tables are often provided with the external mixer and can be imported to the R&S FSVA/FSV. Alternatively, you can define your own conversion loss tables. Conversion loss tables are configured and managed in the "Conversion Loss Table Setup"...
Page 521 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) ● the assigned band name ● the harmonic order ● the mixer type ● the table must contain at least one frequency that lies within the frequency range for the band 3.8.1.4...
Page 522 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Mixer products with low S/N ratio If the S/N ratio of a mixer product is less than the tolerance set with "AUTO ID THRESHOLD", the level difference between the test sweep and reference sweep at the frequency of this mixer product is always within limits, even if the signal occurs in one of the sweeps only.
Page 523 The external mixer has been working using 2nd order harmonic. The signal recorded in the test sweep is displayed by trace 1. The IF filter of the R&S FSVA/FSV is represen- ted at a 3 dB bandwidth of 20 kHz, the real IF bandwidth being 30 kHz. If, however, the 3 dB bandwidth (trace 2) of the signal recorded in the reference sweep is examined, it will be found to be larger exactly by a factor of 2.
Page 524 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Figure 3-43: Signal as in Screen A: Unwanted mixer product with the use of AUTO ID 3.8.2 Softkeys of the External Mixer (Option B21) External Mixer......................525 └...
Page 525 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) └ Band................529 └ Harmonic Order..............530 └ Bias................530 └ Mixer Name..............530 └ Mixer S/N................530 └ Mixer Type..............530 └ Position/Value..............530 └ Insert................531 └ Delete................531 └...
Page 526 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) External Mixer Setup ← External Mixer Config ← External Mixer In this tab you configure the band and mixer settings. RF Start ← External Mixer Setup ← External Mixer Config ← External Mixer Displays the start frequency of the selected band.
Page 527 825 [SENSe:]MIXer:HARMonic:BAND:PRESet Mixer Type ← External Mixer Setup ← External Mixer Config ← External Mixer The R&S FSVA/FSV option B21 allows for the following external mixer types: "2 Port" LO and IF data uses the same port "3 Port"...
Page 528 Defines the conversion loss via the table selected from the list. Pre- defined conversion loss tables are often provided with the external mixer and can be imported to the R&S FSVA/FSV. Alternatively, you can define your own conversion loss tables. Conversion loss tables...
Page 529 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) New Table ← Conversion Loss Table Setup ← External Mixer Config ← External Mixer Opens the "Edit Conversion Loss Table" dialog box to configure a new conversion loss table.
Page 530 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Remote command: on page 786 [SENSe:]CORRection:CVL:BAND Harmonic Order ← New Table ← Conversion Loss Table Setup ← External Mixer Config ← External Mixer The harmonic order for which the table is to be applied.
Page 531 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Correction values for frequencies between the reference values are obtained by inter- polation. Linear interpolation is performed if the table contains only two values. If it con- tains more than two reference values, spline interpolation is carried out.
Page 532 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Shift y ← New Table ← Conversion Loss Table Setup ← External Mixer Config ← External Mixer Shifts all conversion loss values by a specific value. The value can be entered in the edit dialog box.
Page 533 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) LO Level ← External Mixer Opens an edit dialog box to change the LO level of the external mixer's LO port from 13.0 dBm to 17.0 dBm in 0.1 dB steps. Default value is 15.5 dB.
Page 534 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Remote command: on page 829 [SENSe:]MIXer:SIGNal Auto ID (On/Off) ← External Mixer Activates or deactivates automatic signal identification. Auto ID basically functions like Signal ID (On/Off). However, the test and reference sweeps are converted into a single trace by a comparison of maximum peak values of each sweep point.
Page 535 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Auto ID Threshold ← External Mixer Allows the maximum permissible level difference between test sweep and reference sweep to be corrected during automatic comparison (Auto ID function). The input range is between 0.1 dB and 100 dB.
Page 536 Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Test Setup Figure 3-45: External mixer test setup 1. 1. Connect the "LO OUT / IF IN" output of the R&S FSVA/FSV to the LO/IF port of the external mixer. 2. Connect the multiplier to the external mixer.
Page 537 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions – External Mixer (Option R&S FSV-B21) Level Correction The conversion loss of the mixer can be taken into account either as a function of fre- quency (table with reference values) or using an average value. The frequency- dependent level correction is used in this example in order to obtain a higher precision.
Page 538: Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S Fsv-K9)
® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) 4. Enter the average of the conversion loss. The entered average value is taken into account for the spectrum display irrespec- tive of the frequency. The precision that can be obtained depends on the frequency response of the mixer.
Page 539 Figure 3-46: Power sensor support – standard test setup Using the power sensor with several applications The power sensor cannot be used from the R&S FSVA/FSV firmware and the R&S Power Viewer (virtual power meter for displaying results of the R&S NRP power sen- sors) simultaneously.
Page 540 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) To open the Power Sensor menu The power sensor option R&S FSV–K9 is integrated within the "Input/Output" menu. ● Press the INPUT/OUTPUT key. ● Press the "Power Sensor" softkey.The "Power Sensor" menu is displayed.
Page 541 Note: if automatic assignment is active (default) and a power sensor is already connected to the R&S FSVA/FSV, the serial number of the sensor is indicated in one of the tabs. In this case, you configure that particular sensor in the correspond- ing tab.
Page 542 12. By default, automatic assignment is active. If a power sensor is already connected to the R&S FSVA/FSV, it is automatically assigned to an index and the serial num- ber of the sensor is indicated on the corresponding tab. In this case, you already configured the settings for the assigned power sensor.
Page 543 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) 2. Select the tab that is assigned to the power sensor you want to zero. 3. Press the "Zeroing Power Sensor" button. A dialog box is displayed that prompts you to disconnect all signals from the input of the power sensor.
Page 544 This is the way to configure a power sensor as an explicite power sensor trigger. 1. Connect the power sensor to the "Power Sensor" interface on the front panel of the R&S FSVA/FSV. 2. Configure the power sensor for use as described in Chapter 3.9.1, "Using Power...
Page 545 The R&S FSVA/FSV is configured to trigger when the defined conditions for the power sensor occur. Power measurement results are provided as usual.
Page 546 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) Remote command: on page 834 [SENSe:]PMETer[:STATe] Power Sensor Config Opens the "Power Sensor Configuration" dialog box to configure up to 4 different power sensors. Each sensor configuration is displayed on a separate tab. The serial number of the power sensor connected to the instrument and currently assigned to the displayed configuration is indicated on the tab.
Page 547 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) 3.9.5 Power Sensor Configuration Dialog Power sensors are configured in the "Power Sensor Configuration" dialog box, which is displayed when you select the "Power Sensor Config" softkey in the "Power Sensor"...
Page 548 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) Remote command: on page 836 [SENSe:]PMETer:FREQuency Frequency Coupling If enabled, the frequency is coupled to the center frequency of the instrument or to the frequency of marker 1 automatically.
Page 549 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) Remote command: on page 729 CALCulate<n>:PMETer:RELative[:MAGNitude]:AUTO ONCE Reference Value Defines the reference value for relative measurements in the unit dBm. Remote command: on page 729 CALCulate<n>:PMETer:RELative[:MAGNitude] Use Ref Level Offset...
Page 550 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Power Sensor (R&S FSV-K9) TRIG:SOUR INT TRIG:SLOP POS TRIG:DTIM 100e-6 INIT:CONT ON External Trigger Level ← External Power Trigger Defines the trigger level for the external power trigger. Remote command: on page 840 [SENSe:]PMETer:TRIGger:LEVel...
Page 551: Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements
Power sensor zero failed 3.10 Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements Equipped with the firmware option R&S FSV-K14, the R&S FSVA/FSV provides a graphical overview of changes in frequency and amplitude over a specified period of time. Not all measurement types available in spectrum mode can be displayed in the "Spec- trogram"...
Page 552: General Information
® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements Tasks ● Chapter 3.10.3, "Configuring Color Settings for Spectrograms", on page 556 Remote Operation Remote commands for "Spectrogram" measurements are included in the following subsystems: ● "CALCulate:DELTamarker:SGRam subsystem" on page 627 ●...
Page 553 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements Figure 3-48: Screen layout of the spectrogram result display 1 = Spectrum result display 2 = Spectrogram result display 3 = Frame indicator 4 = Time stamp / frame number...
Page 554 Spectrogram indicates the currently selected frame. The actual number of the currently selected frame is shown below the diagram (4). If the time stamp is active, the R&S FSVA/FSV shows the time stamp instead of the frame number (see Time Stamp (On Off).
Page 555 Sweep Points (see Chapter 3.10.1, "General Information", on page 552). If the memory is full, the R&S FSVA/FSV deletes the oldest frames stored in the mem- ory and replaces them with the new data. Remote command: on page 734 CALCulate<n>:SGRam:HDEPth...
Page 556 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements Color Mapping ← Spectrogram Displays the "Color Mapping" dialog box to configure the display of the spectrogram (assignment of colors to power levels). For details see Chapter 3.10.3, "Configuring Color Settings for Spectrograms",...
Page 557 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements ● Uses a color range from blue to red. Blue colors indicate low levels, red colors indi- cate high ones. ● Cold Uses a color range from red to blue. Red colors indicate low levels, blue colors indicate high ones.
Page 558 The color map starts at -100 dBm and ends at 0 dBm (i.e. a range of 100 dB). In order to suppress the noise, you only want the color map to start at -90 dBm. Thus, you enter 10% in the "Start" field. The R&S FSVA/FSV shifts the start point 10% to the right, to -90 dBm.
Page 559 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements value range is to be visualized in greater detail than the rest, you can set the focus of the color mapping to that area. Changing the focus is performed by changing the shape of the color curve.
Page 560 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements ● A positive value (>0 to 1) focusses the higher values 3.10.3.4 Color Mapping Dialog The Color Mapping dialog box is displayed when you press the "Color Mapping" soft- key in the "Spectrogram" menu, or tap the color map in the Spectrogram display.
Page 561 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements Shape Defines the shape and focus of the color curve for the spectrogram result display. For details see Chapter 3.10.3.3, "Defining the Shape and Focus of the Color Curve", on page 558.
Page 562 R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements several columns (depending on measurement) which are also separated by a semico- lon. File contents: header Description Type;R&S FSVA/FSV; Instrument model Version;5.00; Firmware version Date;01.Oct 2006; Date of data set storage Mode;ANALYZER;SPECTROGRAM Instrument mode Center Freq;55000;Hz...
Page 563 ® Instrument Functions R&S FSVA/FSV Instrument Functions - Spectrogram Measurements File contents: Description data section of the file Values; 691; Number of measurement points Frames;2; Number of exported frames Frame;0; Most recent frame number Timestamp;17.Mar 11;11:27:05.990 Timestamp of this frame 10000;-10.3;-15.7...
Page 564: Remote Control
FSVA/FSV 4 Remote Control This chapter describes how to control the R&S FSVA/FSV via a remote computer. After an introduction to the basic principles of remote control, the individual commands are described in detail. At the end of this chapter, some helpful programming examples are provided.
Page 565: Remote Control - Basics
® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics 4.1.6 Status Reporting System.................... 587 4.1.7 General Programming Recommendations..............602 4.1.8 The IECWIN Tool......................603 Remote Control – Commands..................604 4.2.1 Notation........................604 4.2.2 Common Commands....................607 4.2.3 Remote Control – Description of Analyzer Commands..........612 4.2.4...
Page 566 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics The computer that is used for remote operation is called "controller" here. For hints and tricks on remote control of spectrum analyzers see the Rohde & Schwarz Application Note 1EF62. 4.1.1 Remote Control Interfaces and Protocols The instrument supports different interfaces for remote control.
Page 567 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) SCPI commands - messages - are used for remote control. Commands that are not taken from the SCPI standard follow the SCPI syntax rules. The instrument supports the SCPI version 1999.
Page 568 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Commands Commands (program messages) are messages the controller sends to the instrument. They operate the instrument functions and request information. The commands are subdivided according to two criteria: ● According to the effect they have on the instrument: –...
Page 569 For details on configuring the LAN connection, see "Setting Up a Network (LAN) Con- nection" in the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide. VXI-11 Protocol The VXI-11 standard is based on the ONC RPC (Open Network Computing Remote Procedure Call) protocol which in turn relies on TCP/IP as the network/transport layer.
Page 570 IP address or the host name of the instrument and the number of the port configured for remote-control. All R&S FSVA/FSV use port number 5025 for this purpose. The port is configured for communication on a command-to-command basis and for remote control from a program.
Page 571 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics RSIB Protocol The R&S defined RSIB protocol uses the TCP/IP protocol for communication with the instrument. Remote control over RSIB is done on a message level basis using the SCPI command set of the instrument. The RSIB protocol allows you to control the...
Page 572 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics 4.1.1.4 GPIB Interface (IEC 625/IEEE 418 Bus Interface) To be able to control the instrument via the GPIB bus, the instrument and the controller must be linked by a GPIB bus cable. A GPIB bus card, the card drivers and the pro- gram libraries for the programming language used must be provided in the controller.
Page 573 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Figure 4-1: Communication lines used by the GPIB interface Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 574 For remote control, addresses 0 through 30 are allowed. The GPIB address is maintained after a reset of the instrument settings. Setting the GPIB address 1. On the R&S FSVA/FSV, press the SETUP key. 2. Press the "General Setup" softkey. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 575 Switching to manual mode is only possible via remote control then. This function is only available for the GPIB interface. 5. To enable the keys of the R&S FSVA/FSV again, switch the instrument to local mode (GTL - Go to Local), i.e. deactivate the REN line of the remote control inter- face.
Page 576 If the instrument is operated exclusively in remote control, it is recommended that you switch on the power-save mode for the display. For more details on this mode refer to the R&S FSVA/FSV Quick Start Guide. 4.1.3 Returning to Manual Operation Before you switch back to manual operation, all remote command processing must be completed.
Page 577 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics 4.1.4.2 Syntax for Device-Specific Commands Not all commands used in the following examples are necessarily implemented in the instrument. For demonstration purposes only, assume the existence of the following commands for this section: ●...
Page 578 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Example: Definition: HCOPy:PAGE:DIMensions:QUADrant[<N>] Command: HCOP:PAGE:DIM:QUAD2 This command refers to the quadrant 2. Different numbering in remote control For remote control, the suffix may differ from the number of the corresponding selec- tion used in manual operation.
Page 579 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Special characters Parameters A vertical stroke in parameter definitions indicates alternative possibilities in the sense of "or". The effect of the command differs, depending on which parameter is used. Example: Definition:HCOPy:PAGE:ORIentation LANDscape | PORTrait...
Page 580 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Numeric values Numeric values can be entered in any form, i.e. with sign, decimal point and exponent. Values exceeding the resolution of the instrument are rounded up or down. The man- tissa may comprise up to 255 characters, the exponent must lie inside the value range -32000 to 32000.
Page 581 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics INFinity, Negative INFinity (NINF) represent the numeric values 9.9E37 or -9.9E37, respectively. INF and NINF are only sent as instrument responses. ● Not A Number (NAN) represents the value 9.91E37. NAN is only sent as a instru- ment response.
Page 582 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Example: HCOP:ITEM:LABel "Test1" or HCOP:ITEM:LABel 'Test1' Block data Block data is a format which is suitable for the transmission of large amounts of data. A command using a block data parameter has the following structure:...
Page 583 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics ● a <New Line> ● a <New Line> with EOI ● an EOI together with the last data byte Several commands in a command line must be separated by a semicolon ";". If the next command belongs to a different command system, the semicolon is followed by a colon.
Page 584 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics ● Numeric values are output without a unit. Physical quantities are referred to the basic units or to the units set using the Unit command. The response 3.5E9 in the previous example stands for 3.5 GHz.
Page 585 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Example: Commands and queries in one message The response to a query combined in a program message with commands that affect the queried value is not predictable. The following commands always return the specified result: :FREQ:STAR 1GHZ;SPAN 100 :FREQ:STAR?
Page 586 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics 4.1.5.1 Preventing Overlapping Execution To prevent an overlapping execution of commands, one of the commands *OPC, *OPC? or *WAI can be used. All three commands cause a certain action only to be carried out after the hardware has been set.
Page 587: Status Reporting System
® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Event Status Register (ESE) 1. Set the OPC mask bit (bit no. 0) in the ESE: *ESE 1 2. Send the overlapped command without *OPC, *OPC? or *WAI 3. Poll the operation complete state periodically (by means of a timer) using the sequence: *OPC;...
Page 588 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics not used not used not used & = lo gic A ND = logic of all bits Range completed Scan results available HCOPy in progress I/Q data acquisition error ALT3 … 11 LOWer/UPPer FAIL...
Page 589 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics – The Event Status Register (ESR) with the associated mask register standard Event Status Enable (ESE) – The STATus:OPERation and STATus:QUEStionable registers which are defined by SCPI and contain detailed information on the instrument ●...
Page 590 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics ● CONDition The CONDition part is written into directly by the hardware or the sum bit of the next lower register. Its contents reflect the current instrument status. This register part can only be read, but not written into or cleared. Its contents are not affected by reading.
Page 591 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics 4.1.6.3 Contents of the Status Registers In the following sections, the contents of the status registers are described in more detail. Status Byte (STB) and Service Request Enable Register (SRE) The STatus Byte (STB) is already defined in IEEE 488.2. It provides a rough over- view of the instrument status by collecting the pieces of information of the lower regis- ters.
Page 592 This bit is set if a device-dependent error occurs. The R&S FSVA/FSV adds a number to the error queue. The number is either in the range between -300 and -399 or greater than 0. If the number is positive, it indicates the error type in greater detail.
Page 593 This bit is set if a remote command is undefined or has a incorrect syntax. The R&S FSVA/FSV adds a number to the error queue. The number is in the range between -100 and -200 and indicates the error type in greater detail.
Page 594 STATus:QUEStionable:LMARgin Register provides more information on the error type. SYNC (device-specific) This bit is set if the R&S FSVA/FSV is not synchronized to the signal that is applied. The R&S FSVA/FSV is not synchronized if ● it cannot synchronize to midamble during a measurement or premeasurement ●...
Page 595 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics You can read out the register withSTATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit[:EVENt]? Table 4-7: Meaning of the bits used in the STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit register Bit No. Meaning ADJ UPPer FAIL This bit is set if the limit is exceeded in the upper adjacent channel ADJ LOWer FAIL This bit is set if the limit is exceeded in the lower adjacent channel.
Page 596 Remote Control - Basics Bit No. Meaning Digital I/Q Input FIFO Overload This bit is set if the input transfer rate is too high. The R&S FSVA/FSV can process a max- imum transfer rate of 128MHz. not used Digital I/Q Output Device connected This bit is set if a device is recognized and connected to the Digital I/Q Output.
Page 597 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics You can read out the register with STATus:QUEStionable:LIMit<m>: or STATus:QUEStionable:LIMit<m>:CONDition?. CONDition? Table 4-9: Meaning of the bits used in the STATus:QUEStionable:LIMit register Bit No. Meaning LIMit 1 FAIL This bit is set if limit line 1 is violated.
Page 598 Not used This bit is always 0. STATus:QUEStionable:POWer Register The STATus:QUEStionable:POWer register contains information about possible over- load situations that may occur during operation of the R&S FSVA/FSV. You can read out the register with STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition? STATus:QUEStionable:POWer[:EVENt]? Table 4-11: Meaning of the bits used in the STATus:QUEStionable:POWer register Bit No.
Page 599 I/Q data acquisition error This bit is set if an error occurs during I/Q data acquisition because the input sample rates or number of samples between the signal source and the R&S FSVA/FSV do not match. 9-14 not used This bit is always set to 0.
Page 600 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics The SRQ is the only possibility for the instrument to become active on its own. Each controller program should cause the instrument to initiate a service request if errors occur. The program should react appropriately to the service request.
Page 601 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Decimal representation of a bit pattern The STB and ESR registers contain 8 bits, the SCPI registers 16 bits. The contents of a status register are specified and transferred as a single decimal number. To make this possible, each bit is assigned a weighted value.
Page 602 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control - Basics Event Switching on supply DCL, *RST or STA- *CLS voltage SYS- Tus:PRE- Tem:PRE- Power-On-Status- (Device Clear Clear, Selected Device Effect Clear) Clear EVENt parts of the regis- ters Clear ENABle parts of all OPERation and QUEStionable registers;...
Page 603 You can use the IECWIN to try out the programming examples provided in the R&S FSVA/FSV User Manuals. Starting IECWIN IECWIN is available from the Windows task bar on the R&S FSVA/FSV, or by execut- ing the following file: Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 604: Remote Control - Commands
IECWIN tool is installed on to the R&S FSVA/FSV you want to control. If you are using the tool directly on the R&S FSVA/FSV, you can use an NT Pipe (COM Parser) connection, which requires no further configuration. For help on setting up other connection types, check the tool's online help (by clicking the "Help"...
Page 605 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands The options and operating modes for which a command can be used are indicated by the following abbreviations: Abbreviation Description spectrum analysis spectrum analysis – span > 0 only (frequency mode) spectrum analysis –...
Page 606 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Special Characters A selection of key words with an identical effect exists for several commands. These keywords are indicated in the same line; they are separated by a vertical stroke. Only one of these key- words needs to be included in the header of the command.
Page 607: Common Commands
® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ● MINimum: This keyword sets the parameter to the smallest possible value. ● DEFault: This keyword is used to reset the parameter to its default value. ● UP: This keyword increments the parameter value.
Page 608 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Initiates a calibration of the instrument and subsequently queries the calibration status. Responses > 0 indicate errors. Note: If you start a self-alignment remotely, then select the "Local" softkey while the alignment is still running, the instrument only returns to the manual operation state after the alignment is completed.
Page 609 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Query parameters: <Format> LEGacy | NEW LEGacy "Rohde&Schwarz,<device type>,<serial number>/ <model>,<firmware version>" "Rohde&Schwarz,<device type>,<part number>/<serial num- ber>,<firmware version>" Example: Legacy format: Rohde&Schwarz,R&S FSV-7,101768/007,1.05 New format: Rohde&Schwarz,R&S FSV-7,1307.9002K07/101768,1.05 Usage: Query only Manual operation: "*IDN Format Leg./New"...
Page 610 For PSA89600 emulation, the option is indicated as "B7J" for the *OPT? query ("B7J, 140" if SYST:PSA:WID is activated). (See on page 971.) SYSTem:PSA:WIDeband Note that B99 indicates the R&S FSVA models (as opposed to the R&S FSV models). Example: B4,B5,B6,B7,B8,B10,B22,B30,B31,K7,K9 Usage:...
Page 611 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Action> 0 | 1 The contents of the status registers are preserved. Resets the status registers. *RST Reset Sets the instrument to a defined default status. The default settings are indicated in the description of commands.
Page 612 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Usage: Event *TST? Self-test query Initiates self-tests of the instrument and returns an error code Note: If you start a self-test remotely, then select the "Local" softkey while the test is still running, the instrument only returns to the manual operation state after the test is completed.
Page 613 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ● INSTrument Subsystem..................766 ● MMEMory Subsystem................... 768 ● OUTPut Subsystem....................771 ● PROBe subsystem....................774 ● READ:PMETer Subsystem................... 776 ● SENSe Subsystem....................776 ● SOURce Subsystem..................... 861 ● STATus:QUEStionable Subsystem...............871 ● SYSTem Subsystem.....................
Page 614 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ● CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer Subsystem..............659 ● CALCulate:MARKer Subsystem................663 ● CALCulate:MARKer:FUNCtion Subsystem............677 ● CALCulate:MARKer:FUNCtion:HARMonics Subsystem........694 ● CALCulate:MARKer:FUNCtion:POWer Subsystem..........698 ● CALCulate:MARKer:SGRam subsystem.............. 705 ● Predefined CP/ACLR Standards................711 ● CALCulate:MARKer:FUNCtion:STRack Subsystem..........712 ● CALCulate:MARKer:FUNCtion:SUMMary Subsystem..........714 ●...
Page 615 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ................ 625 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:TRACe ................625 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:X ..............626 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:X:RELative? ................626 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:Y? CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>[:STATe] <State> This command turns delta markers on and off. If the corresponding marker was a normal marker, it is turned into a delta marker.
Page 616 <m> irrelevant Parameters: Numeric value that defines the span in Hz. The maximum span depends on the marker position and R&S FSVA/FSV model. *RST: 5% of current span Example: CALC:DELT:BPOW:SPAN 20 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:FUNCtion:BPOWer[:STATe] <State> This command turns delta markers for band power measurements on and off.
Page 617 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands If neccessary, the command also turns on a reference marker. For details see Chapter 3.3.3.8, "Performing Band Power Measurements", on page 299. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <m> irrelevant Parameters: <State> ON | OFF When switched to on, if no marker is active yet, marker 1 is acti- vated.
Page 618 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands When measuring the phase noise, the command defines a new reference point level for delta marker 2. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Example: CALC:DELT:FUNC:FIX:RPO:MAX Sets the reference point level for delta markers to the peak of the selected trace.
Page 619 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <RefPointLevel> Numeric value that defines the vertical position of the reference. The unit and value range is variable. *RST: Fixed reference: OFF Example: CALC:DELT:FUNC:FIX:RPO:Y -10dBm Sets the reference point level for delta markers to -10 dBm.
Page 620 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:DELT:FUNC:PNO ON Switches on the phase-noise measurement with all delta mark- ers. CALC:DELT:FUNC:FIX:RPO:X 128 MHZ Sets the frequency reference to 128 MHz. CALC:DELT:FUNC:FIX:RPO:Y 30 DBM Sets the reference level to +30 dBm Manual operation: "Phase Noise On/Off"...
Page 621 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands If you change the horizontal position of the marker, so does the delta marker. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> irrelevant Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: CALC:DELT:LINK ON Manual operation: "Link Mkr1 and Delta1"...
Page 622 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:MAXimum:LEFT This command positions the delta marker to the next smaller trace maximum on the left of the current value (i.e. descending X values). The corresponding delta marker is acti- vated first, if necessary.
Page 623 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands If no next higher minimum value is found on the trace (level spacing to adjacent values < peak excursion), an execution error (error code: -200) is produced. In "Spectrogram" mode, this command positions the specified delta marker on the next peak level of the x-axis.
Page 624 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Example: CALC:DELT:MIN:LEFT Sets delta marker 1 to the next higher minimum to the left of the current value. Manual operation: "Next Mode"...
Page 625 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Next Min" on page 303 "Next Mode" on page 304 CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:MREF <RefMarkerNo> This command defines the reference marker for a delta marker other than marker 1. The reference may be another marker or the fixed reference.
Page 626 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands If fixed reference is active, the position is relative to the fixed reference (CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:FUNCtion:FIXed[:STATe] is ON). A query always returns the absolute position. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker.
Page 627 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Table 4-13: Base unit Parameter, measuring function or result display Output unit DBM | DBPW | DBUV | DBMV | DBUA dB (lin/log) WATT | VOLT | AMPere dB (lin), % (log)
Page 628 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> 1...4 Selects the measurement window. <m> 1...16 Selects the marker. Parameters: <Frame> | <Time> <Frame> (if time stamp is off) Defines the distance of the deltamarker in frames and in relation to the position of marker 1.
Page 629 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:XY:MAXimum[:PEAK] This command positions the specified delta marker on the current peak level of the spectrogram. The possible position depends on the deltamarker search area. The command is available for the spectrogram.
Page 630 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:ABOVe This command positions the specified delta marker on the next peak level of the verti- cal axis. The search includes only frames above the current marker position. It does not change the horizontal position of the delta marker.
Page 631 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:DELTamarker<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:NEXT This command positions the specified delta marker on the next peak level of the verti- cal axis. The search includes frames above and below the current marker position. It does not change the horizontal position of the delta marker.
Page 632 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> 1...4 Selects the measurement window. <m> 1...16 Selects the marker. Example: CALC:DELT2:SGR:Y:MIN Activates and positions delta marker 2 on the minimum level of the y-axis. CALC:DELT2:SGR:Y:MIN:ABOV Positions delta marker 2 on the next minimum level found in the diagram area above the current marker position.
Page 633 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <m> 1...16 Selects the marker. Example: CALC:DELT2:SGR:Y:MIN Activates and positions delta marker 2 on the minimum level of the y-axis. CALC:DELT2:SGR:Y:MIN:NEXT Positions delta marker 2 on the next minimum level. Usage:...
Page 634 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Position> The value range is variable. The unit depends on CALCulate<n>:UNIT:POWer. *RST: (state is OFF) Example: CALC:DLIN -20dBm Manual operation: "Display Line 1 / Display Line 2" on page 419 CALCulate<n>:DLINe<k>:STATe <State>...
Page 635 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: CALC:ESP:PSE:AUTO OFF Deactivates the list evaluation. CALCulate<n>:ESPectrum:PSEarch|:PEAKsearch:MARGin <Margin> This command sets the margin used for the limit check/peak search.
Page 636 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <k> 1 | 2 Selects the frequency line. Parameters: <Frequency> Range: 0 Hz to fmax *RST: (STATe to OFF) Example: CALC:FLIN2 120MHz Manual operation: "Frequency Line 1 / Frequency Line 2 "...
Page 637 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ACTive? This command queries the names of all active limit lines. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k> irrelevant Return values: <LimitLines> String containing the names of all active limit lines in alphabeti- cal order.
Page 638 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k> Selects the limit line. Parameters: <Line> 1 to 8 number of the new limit line <name> String containing the name of the limit line. Example: CALC:LIM1:COPY 2 Copies limit line 1 to line 2.
Page 639 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Return values: <Result> PASS FAIL Example: INIT;*WAI Starts a new sweep and waits for its end. CALC:LIM3:FAIL? Queries the result of the check for limit line 3. Usage: Query only Manual operation: "Limit Check 1-4"...
Page 640 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:STATe <State> This command turns the limit check on and off. To query the limit check result, use CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:FAIL?. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k> Selects the limit line. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF...
Page 641 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <TraceNumber> Range: 1 to 6 *RST: Example: CALC:LIM2:TRAC 3 Assigns limit line 2 to trace 3. Manual operation: "Select Traces to check" on page 417 CALCulate:LIMit:ACPower Subsystem The CALCulate:LIMit:ACPower subsystem defines the limit check for adjacent channel power measurement.
Page 642 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ACPower:ACHannel[:RELative] <LowerLimit>, <UpperLimit> This command defines the relative limit of the upper/lower adjacent channel for adja- cent-channel power measurements. The reference value for the relative limit value is the measured channel power.
Page 643 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:LIM:ACP:ACH 30DB, 30DB Sets the relative limit value for the power in the lower and upper adjacent channel to 30 dB below the channel power. CALC:LIM:ACP:ACH:ABS -35DBM, -35DBM Sets the absolute limit value for the power in the lower and upper adjacent channel to -35 dBm.
Page 644 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands The result can be queried with CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ACPower:ACHannel: RESult. It should be noted that a complete measurement must be performed between switching on the limit check and the result query, since otherwise no correct results are available.
Page 645 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:LIM:ACP:ACH 30DB, 30DB Sets the relative limit value for the power in the lower and upper adjacent channel to 30 dB below the channel power. CALC:LIM:ACP:ACH:ABS -35DBM, -35DBM Sets the absolute limit value for the power in the lower and upper adjacent channel to -35 dB.
Page 646 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ACPower:ALTernate<Channel>[:RELative]:STATe <State> This command activates the limit check for the alternate adjacent channels for adjacent channel power measurements. Before the command, the limit check must be activated using CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ACPower[:STATe]. The result can be queried with CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ACPower:...
Page 647 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Note that the absolute limit value for the limit check has no effect as soon as it is below the relative limit value defined with CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ACPower: ACHannel[:RELative]. This mechanism allows automatic checking of the absolute basic values defined in mobile radio standards for the power in adjacent channels.
Page 648 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:LIM:ACP:ALT2 30DB, 30DB Sets the relative limit value for the power in the lower and upper second alternate adjacent channel to 30 dB below the channel power. CALC:LIM:ACP:ALT2:ABS -35DBM, -35DBM Sets the absolute limit value for the power in the lower and upper second alternate adjacent channel to -35 dBm.
Page 649 Note that the number of horizontal values has to be the same as the number of vertical values set with CALCulate<n>: LIMit<k>:LOWer[:DATA] CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>: UPPer[:DATA]. If not, the R&S FSVA/FSV either adds missing values or ignores surplus values. The unit is Hz or s, depending on CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>: CONTrol:DOMain.
Page 650 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:LIM2:CONT 1 MHz,30 MHz,100 MHz,300 MHz,1 Defines 5 reference values for the x-axis of limit line 2. CALC:LIM2:CONT? Outputs the reference values for the x-axis of limit line 2 separa- ted by a comma.
Page 651 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Compared to shifting the limit line, an offset does not actually change the limit line defi- nition points. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <k> 1...8 Selects the limit line. Parameters: <Offset>...
Page 652 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate:LIMit:ESPectrum subsystem The CALCulate:LIMit:ESPectrum subsystem defines the limit check for the Spec- trum Emission Mask................652 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:LIMits ..............652 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:MODE ........653 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>[:EXCLusive] ..........653 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>:COUNt ........654 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>:LIMit[:STATe] ........654 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>:MAXimum ..........655 CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>:MINimum ..............
Page 653 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Mode> AUTO | MANUAL AUTO The limit line depends on the measured channel power. MANUAL One of the three specified limit lines is set. The selection is made with the "CALCulate:LIMit:ESPectrum subsystem"...
Page 654 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>:LIMit[:STATe] <State> This command defines which limits are evaluated in the measurement. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k> irrelevant <Class> 1...4 the power class to be evaluated Parameters: <State> ABSolute | RELative | AND | OR...
Page 655 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:ESPectrum:PCLass<Class>:MINimum <Level> This command sets the minimum lower level limit for one power class. The unit is dBm. The limit always start at – 200 dBm, i.e. the first lower limit can not be set. If more than one power class is in use, the lower limit must equal the upper limit of the previous power class.
Page 656 Note that the number of horizontal values has to be the same as the number of vertical values set with CALCulate<n>: LIMit<k>:CONTrol[:DATA]. If not, the R&S FSVA/FSV either adds missing values or ignores surplus values. The unit depends on CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:UNIT.
Page 657 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:LIM2:LOW -30,-40,-10,-40,-30 Defines 5 lower limit values for limit line 2 in the preset unit. CALC:LIM2:LOW? Outputs the lower limit values of limit line 2 separated by a comma. Manual operation: "Edit Value"...
Page 658 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Compared to shifting the limit line, an offset does not actually change the limit line defi- nition points. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k> 1...8 Selects the limit line. Parameters: <Offset> Numeric value that defines the offset.
Page 659 CALC:LIM4:LOW:STAT ON Switches on limit line 4 (lower limit). CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:LOWer:THReshold <Threshold> This command defines a threshold for relative limit lines. The R&S FSVA/FSV uses the threshold for the limit check, if the limit line violates the threshold. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k>...
Page 660 Note that the number of horizontal values has to be the same as the number of vertical values set with CALCulate<n>: LIMit<k>:CONTrol[:DATA]. If not, the R&S FSVA/FSV either adds missing values or ignores surplus values. The unit depends on CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:UNIT.
Page 661 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:UPPer:MODE <Mode> This command selects the vertical limit line scaling. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k> 1...8 Selects the limit line. Parameters: <Mode> ABSolute Limit line is defined by absolute physical values. The unit is vari- able.
Page 662 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Distance> Numeric value that defines the distance of the shift. The unit depends on CALCulate<n>:LIMit<k>:UNIT on page 640. Example: CALC:LIM3:UPP:SHIF 20 Shifts all Y values of limit line 3 by 20 limit line units, e.g. dB.
Page 663 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands The R&S FSVA/FSV uses the threshold for the limit check, if the limit line violates the threshold. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <k> 1...8 Selects the limit line. Parameters: <Threshold> Numeric value that defines the threshold.
Page 664 The count result is queried with CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:COUNt:FREQuency?. The frequency counter works for one marker only. If you perform a frequency count with another marker, the R&S FSVA/FSV deactivates the frequency count of the first marker. To get a valid result, you have to perform a complete measurement with synchroniza- tion to the end of the measurement before reading out the result.
Page 665 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> irrelevant Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode. CALC:MARK ON Switches on marker 1. CALC:MARK:COUN ON Switches on the frequency counter for marker 1.
Page 666 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:COUNt:RESolution <Resolution> This command specifies the resolution of the frequency counter (marker 1). Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> irrelevant Parameters: <Resolution> 0.001 | 0.01 | 0.1 | 1 | 10 | 100 | 1000 | 10000 Hz *RST: 0.1 Hz...
Page 667 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: CALC:MARK:LOEX ON Manual operation: "Exclude LO" on page 304 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:MAXimum[:PEAK] This command positions the marker on the current trace maximum. The corresponding marker is activated first or switched to the marker mode.
Page 668 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:MARK:MAX:AUTO ON Activates the automatic peak search function for marker 1 at the end of each particular sweep. Usage: Event Manual operation: "Auto Max Peak/Auto Min Peak" on page 303 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:MAXimum:LEFT...
Page 669 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Next Peak" on page 302 "Next Mode" on page 304 "Search Mode for Next Peak in X Direction" on page 305 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:MAXimum:RIGHt This command positions a marker to the next smaller trace maximum on the right of the current value (i.e.
Page 670 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Min" on page 302 "Marker Search Type" on page 306 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:MINimum:AUTO <State> This command turns an automatic marker peak search for a trace maximum on and off. The command performs the peak search after each sweep.
Page 671 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Next Mode" on page 304 "Search Mode for Next Peak in X Direction" on page 305 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:MINimum:NEXT This command positions ae marker to the next higher trace minimum. If no next higher minimum value is found on the trace (level spacing to adjacent values <...
Page 672 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Next Mode" on page 304 "Search Mode for Next Peak in X Direction" on page 305 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:PEXCursion <Excursion> This command defines the peak excursion The peak excursion sets the requirements for a peak to be detected during a peak search.
Page 673 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <MarkRealImag> REAL Marker search functions are performed on the real trace of the "I/Q" measurement. IMAG Marker search functions are performed on the imaginary trace of the "I/Q" measurement. MAGN Marker search functions are performed on the magnitude of the I and Q data.
Page 674 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:MARK2:X 1.7MHz Positions marker 2 to frequency 1.7 MHz. Manual operation: "Marker 1 / Marker 2 / Marker 3 / … Marker 16,/ Marker Norm/Delta" on page 280 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:X:SLIMits[:STATe] <State>...
Page 675 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Left Limit" on page 293 "Left Limit" on page 386 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:X:SLIMits:RIGHT <Limit> This command sets the right limit of the marker search range. If the power measurement in zero span is active, this command limits the evaluation range to the trace.
Page 676 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:X:SSIZe <StepSize> This command defines the step size of the rotary knob for marker or delta marker value changes. It only takes effect in manual operation. The marker step size is unavailable for statistical measurements.
Page 677 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode. CALC:MARK2 ON Switches marker 2. INIT;*WAI Starts a sweep and waits for the end. CALC:MARK2:Y? Outputs the measured value of marker 2. In I/Q Analyzer mode, for "Real/Imag (I/Q)", for example: 1.852719887E-011,0...
Page 678 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands .......... 682 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:DEModulation[:STATe] ..........682 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks[:IMMediate] ......683 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:ANNotation:LABel:STATe ...........683 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:COUNt? ..........684 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:LIST:SIZE ..........684 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:SEAR:AUTO ............684 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:SORT ............685 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:STAT ............. 685 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:X ............686 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:FPEaks:Y? ...........686 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:MDEPth:RESult? ....... 687 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:MDEPth:SEARchsignal ONCE...
Page 679 <n> irrelevant <m> irrelevant Parameters: Numeric value that defines the span in Hz. The maximum span depends on the marker position and R&S FSVA/FSV model. *RST: 5% of current span Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:BPOW:SPAN 20 Manual operation: "Span" on page 295 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:BPOWer[:STATe] <State>...
Page 680 Thus acoustic monitoring of the signals can be performed. In the time domain continuous demodulation is always on. This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B3 (Audio Demodulator) is installed. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 681 291 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:DEModulation:HOLDoff <Duration> This command defines for how long the the signal at the marker position is demodula- ted. This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B3 (Audio Demodulator) is installed. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window.
Page 682 In the frequency domain, the hold time can be defined at the corresponding marker position with CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:DEModulation:HOLDoff. In the time domain continuous demodulation is always on. This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B3 (Audio Demodulator) is installed. Suffix: <n>...
Page 683 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Parameters: <NoMaxima> Range: 1 to 200 Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode INIT;*WAI Starts measurement and synchronizes to end...
Page 684 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <m> Selects the marker. Return values: <NumberOfPeaks> Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:FPE 3 Searches the 3 highest maxima for trace 1 CALC:MARK:FUNC:FPE:COUN? Queries the number of maxima found Usage: Query only Manual operation: "Marker Peak List"...
Page 685 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Parameters: <SortMode> Sorts the peaks according to increasing position on the x-axis. Sorts the peaks according to decreasing position on the y-axis.
Page 686 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:FPE:SORT Y Sets the sort mode to decreasing y values CALC:MARK:FUNC:FPE 3 Searches the 3 highest maxima for trace 1 CALC:MARK:FUNC:FPE:COUN? Queries the number of maxima found CALC:MARK:FUNC:FPE:X? Queries the frequencies (span <> 0) or. time (span = 0) of the maxima found 107.5E6,153.8E6,187.9E6...
Page 687 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands To get a valid result, you have to perform a complete measurement with synchroniza- tion to the end of the measurement before reading out the result. This is only possible for single sweeps.
Page 688 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands The level value of marker 1 is regarded as the carrier level. On activating the function, marker 2 and marker 3 are automatically set as delta markers symmetrically to the car- rier to the adjacent maxima of the trace.
Page 689 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Distance> Distance of the temporary markers to the reference marker in *RST: Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:NDBD 3dB Sets the level spacing to 3 dB. Manual operation: "n dB down" on page 292 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:NDBDown:FREQuency?
Page 690 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode. CALC:MARK:FUNC:NDBD ON Switches on the n dB down function. INIT;*WAI Starts a sweep and waits for the end. CALC:MARK:FUNC:NDBD:QFAC? Queries the Q factor of the measured bandwidth.
Page 691 "n dB down" on page 292 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:NOISe[:STATe] <State> This command turns the noise measurement for all markers on or off. If on, the R&S FSVA/FSV measures the noise power density at the marker position. The result can be queried with CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:NOISe: RESult.
Page 692 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:NOIS ON Switches on the noise measurement. Manual operation: "Noise Meas On/Off" on page 288 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:NOISe:RESult...
Page 693 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:TOI:RESult? This command queries the results for the third order intercept point measurement. To get a valid result, you have to perform a complete measurement with synchroniza- tion to the end of the measurement before reading out the result. This is only possible for single sweeps.
Page 694 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands A two-tone signal with equal carrier levels is expected at the RF input of the instru- ment. Marker 1 and marker 2 (both normal markers) are set to the maximum of the two signals.
Page 695 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ....... 695 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:BANDwidth:AUTO ........695 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:DISTortion? ..........696 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:LIST? ........697 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:NHARmonics ..........697 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:PRESet ..........697 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics[:STATe] CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:BANDwidth:AUTO <State> This command selects the resolution bandwidth of the harmonic in respect to the band- width of the first harmonic.
Page 696 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode. CALC:MARK:FUNC:HARM:NHARM 3 Sets the number of harmonics to be measured to 3. CALC:MARK:FUNC:HARM ON Activates the harmonic distortion measurement. INIT;*WAI Starts a sweep and waits for the end of the sweep.
Page 697 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:HARMonics:NHARmonics <NoHarmonics> This command sets the number of harmonics to be measured. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> irrelevant Parameters: <NoHarmonics> Range: 1 to 26 *RST: Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:HARM:NHARM 3 Sets the number of harmonics to be measured to 3.
Page 698 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands bypassed. The first harmonic frequency is set by a specific center frequency in zero span before the harmonic measurement is started. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> irrelevant Parameters: <State>...
Page 699 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Mode> WRITe | MAXHold WRITe The channel power and the adjacent channel powers are calcu- lated directly from the current trace MAXHold The power values are calculated from the current trace and compared with the previous power value using a maximum algo- rithm.
Page 700 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Return values: <Standard> <Predefined standard> | USER | NONE <Predefined standard> Predefind standard according to table in "Predefined CP/ACLR Standards" on page 711. USER User-defined standard is set NONE not yet defined with <string>...
Page 701 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <ResultType> ACPower | AOBW | CN | CN0 | CPOWer | PPOWer | MCACpower | OBANdwidth | OBWidth | BANDwidth ACPower Adjacent-channel power measurement Results are output in the following sequence, separated by com-...
Page 702 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands In a Spectrum Emission Mask measurement, the query returns the power result for the reference range, if this power reference type is selected. MCACpower Channel/adjacent-channel power measurement with several car- rier signals...
Page 703 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:RESult:PHZ <State> This command switches the query response of the power measurement results between output of absolute values and output referred to the measurement bandwith. The measurement results are output with the CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:...
Page 704 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <MeasType> ACPower | CPOWer | MCACpower | OBANdwidth | OBWidth | CN | CNO ACPower Adjacent-channel power measurement with a single carrier sig- CPOWer Channel power measurement with a single carrier signal (equiv- alent to adjacent-channel power measurement with "NO.
Page 705 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Ch Power ACLR" on page 311 "OBW (span > 0)" on page 312 "Ch Power ACLR" on page 324 "C/N" on page 339 "C/No" on page 339 "OBW" on page 343 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer:STANdard:CATalog?
Page 706 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..............706 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:FRAMe ..............706 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:SARea ..........707 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:XY:MAXimum[:PEAK] ..........707 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:XY:MINimum[:PEAK] ..........708 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:ABOVe ..........708 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:BELow ...........709 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:NEXT ..........709 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum[:PEAK] ..........709 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:ABOVe ..........710 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:BELow ............710 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum:NEXT ..........711 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MINimum[:PEAK] CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:FRAMe <Frame> | <Time>...
Page 707 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <SearchArea> VISible Performs a search in the visible frames. Note that VISible is ignored if Spectrogram is not visible for any reason (e.g. if the Spectrum Analyzer is in full screen mode or display update is inactive).
Page 708 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:MARK3:SGR:SAR VIS CALC:MARK3:SGR:XY:MIN Activates and positions marker 3 on the minimum level in the visible Spectrogram. Usage: Event Manual operation: "Marker Search Type" on page 306 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:ABOVe This command positions the specified marker on the next peak level of the vertical axis.
Page 709 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Usage: Event Manual operation: "Search Mode for Next Peak in Y Direction" on page 305 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:SGRam:Y:MAXimum:NEXT This command positions the specified marker on the next peak level of the vertical axis. The search includes frames above and below the current marker position. It does not change the horizontal position of the marker.
Page 710 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands The command is available for the spectrogram. Suffix: <n> 1...4 Selects the measurement window. <m> 1...16 Selects the marker. Example: CALC:MARK2:SGR:Y:MIN Activates and positions marker 2 on the minimum level of the y- axis.
Page 711 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> 1...4 Selects the measurement window. <m> 1...16 Selects the marker. Example: CALC:MARK2:SGR:Y:MIN Activates and positions marker 2 on the minimum level of the y- axis. CALC:MARK2:SGR:Y:MIN:NEXT Positions marker 2 on the next minimum level.
Page 712 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameter Standard CDMA J-STD008 REV CDMA J-STD008 reverse CDMA IS95C Class 1 FWD CDMA IS95C Class 1 forward CDMA IS95C Class 1 REV CDMA IS95C Class 1 reverse CDMA 2000 CDMA 2000...
Page 713 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Bandwidth> 10 Hz to MAX (span) *RST: (= span/10 on activating the function) Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:STR:BAND 1 MHZ Sets the search bandwidth to 1 MHz. CALC:MARK:FUNC:STR:BWID 1 MHZ Alternative command for the same function.
Page 714 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:STRack[:STATe] <State> This command turns signal tracking on and off. When signal tracking is on, the R&S FSVA/FSV determines the maximum signal after each frequency sweep. The center frequency is then set to the frequency of this signal. Thus, the center frequency follows the frequency when you measure drifting signals.
Page 715 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:MSUMmary? The commands of this subsystem are used to determine the power of a sequence of signal pulses that have the same interval in the window specified by the suffix <n>, as for example the slots of a GSM signal typically do.
Page 716 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: DISP:WIND:TRAC:Y:RLEV -10dBm Sets the reference level to 10 dB INP:ATT 30 dB Sets the input attenuation to 30 dB FREQ:CENT 935.2MHz;SPAN 0 Hz Sets the receive frequency to 935.2 MHz and the span to 0 Hz BAND:RES 1 MHz;VID 3 MHz...
Page 717 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode. CALC:MARK:FUNC:SUMM:AVER ON Switches on the calculation of average.
Page 718 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:SUMMary:MEAN:PHOLd:RESult? This command queries the maximum mean time domain power. The query is only pos- sible if the peak hold function has been activated previously using CALCulate<n>: MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:SUMMary:PHOLd. To get a valid result, you have to perform a complete measurement with synchroniza- tion to the end of the measurement before reading out the result.
Page 719 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Usage: Query only Manual operation: "Mean" on page 385 CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:SUMMary:MEAN[:STATe] <State> This command turns the measurement of the mean time domain power on and off. Note: The measurement is performed on the trace marker 1 is positioned. In order to evaluate another trace, marker 1 must be positioned on another trace with CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:TRACe.
Page 720 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: CALC:MARK:FUNC:SUMM:PHOL ON Switches on the function. CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:SUMMary:PPEak:AVERage:RESult? This command queries the average positive peak time domain power. The query is only possible if averaging has been activated previously using CALCulate<n>:...
Page 721 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <m> Selects the marker. Return values: <PeakPower> Peak power of the signal during the measurement time. Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode. CALC:MARK:FUNC:SUMM:PPE ON Switches on the function.
Page 722 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Note: The measurement is performed on the trace marker 1 is positioned. In order to evaluate another trace, marker 1 must be positioned on another trace with CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:TRACe. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window.
Page 723 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <m> Selects the marker. Return values: <RMSPower> RMS power of the signal during the measurement time. Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode. CALC:MARK:FUNC:SUMM:RMS ON Switches on the function. CALC:MARK:FUNC:SUMM:AVER ON Switches on the average value calculation.
Page 724 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands To get a valid result, you have to perform a complete measurement with synchroniza- tion to the end of the measurement before reading out the result. This is only possible for single sweeps.
Page 725 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands To get a valid result, you have to perform a complete measurement with synchroniza- tion to the end of the measurement before reading out the result. This is only possible for single sweeps.
Page 726 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:SUMMary:SDEViation:RESult? This command queries the standard deviation of the time domain power. To get a valid result, you have to perform a complete measurement with synchroniza- tion to the end of the measurement before reading out the result. This is only possible for single sweeps.
Page 727 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:SUMMary[:STATe] <State> This command turns time domain power measurements on and off. This measurement in only available in zero span. Thus one or several measurements can be first selected and then switched on and off together using this command.
Page 728 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC1:MATH (TRACe1 – TRACe2) Selects the subtraction of trace 2 from trace 1. Manual operation: "Trace Math" on page 259 CALCulate<n>:MATH:POSition <Position> This command defines the position of the result of the trace mathematics. The indica- tion is in % of the screen height, with 100 % corresponding to the upper diagram bor- der.
Page 729 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:MATH:MODE LIN Selects linear averaging for trace math calculations. Manual operation: "Lin" on page 259 "Log" on page 260 "Power" on page 260 CALCulate:PMETer Subsystem (Power Sensor, R&S FSV-K9) This subsystem controls the instrument settings for power sensor measurements. It is only available if the R&S FSV-K9 Power Sensor option is installed.
Page 730 If you want to read out the values peak values including the delta to a limit, you have to switch on the limit again. This command is only for FSP compatibility, and not necessary to use on the R&S FSVA/FSV. Suffix: <n>...
Page 731 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:PSE Starts to determine the list. CALCulate<n>:PEAKsearch|PSEarch:AUTO <State> This command activates or deactivates the list evaluation. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: CALC:ESP:PSE:AUTO OFF Deactivates the list evaluation.
Page 732 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:PEAKsearch|PSEarch:SUBRanges <NumberPeaks> This command sets the number of peaks per range that are stored in the list. Once the selected number of peaks has been reached, the peak search is stopped in the current range and continued in the next range.
Page 733 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands This command is available for R&S FSV-K14 only. To define the color scheme in the spectrogram of the realtime analyzer, use DISPlay:WINDow:SGRam:COLor[: on page 754. STYLe] Suffix: <n> 1...4 Selects the measurement window.
Page 734 CALC:SGR:FRAM:SEL -25 Selects frame number -25. Manual operation: "Select Frame" on page 250 CALCulate<n>:SGRam:HDEPth <HistoryDepth> This command sets the number of frames to be stored in the R&S FSVA/FSV's mem- ory. Suffix: <n> 1...4 Selects the measurement window. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 735 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <HistoryDepth> The maximum number of frames depends on the number of sweep points. Range: 781 to 20000 Increment: 1 *RST: 3000 Example: CALC:SGR:HDEP 1500 Sets the history depth to 1500.
Page 736 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:SGRam:TSTamp:DATA? <Mode> This command queries the time stamp of the frames. All available frame results are returned via the command. TRACe<n>[:DATA]? Suffix: <n> 1...4 Selects the measurement window. Query parameters: <Mode>...
Page 737 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..............740 CALCulate<n>:STATistics:SCALe:Y:LOWer ................ 741 CALCulate<n>:STATistics:SCALe:Y:UNIT ..............741 CALCulate<n>:STATistics:SCALe:Y:UPPer CALCulate<n>:STATistics:APD[:STATe] <State> This command switches on or off the measurement of amplitude distribution (APD). On activating this function, the CCDF measurement is switched off.
Page 738 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Probability> P0_01: Level value for 0.01 % probability P0_1: Level value for 0.1 % probability P1: Level value for 1 % probability P10: Level value for 10 % probability Example:...
Page 739 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:STATistics:RESult<Trace> <ResultType> This command reads out the results of statistical measurements of a recorded trace. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <Trace> 1...6 trace Parameters: <ResultType> MEAN | PEAK | CFACtor | ALL MEAN Average (=RMS) power in dBm measured during the measure- ment time.
Page 740 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:STATistics:SCALe:X:RANGe <Value> This command defines the level range for the x-axis of the measurement diagram. The setting is identical to the level range setting defined with the DISPlay[: command. WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe] Suffix: <n>...
Page 741 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands CALCulate<n>:STATistics:SCALe:Y:UNIT <Unit> This command defines the scaling type of the y-axis. Suffix: <n> selects the screen Parameters: <Unit> PCT | ABS *RST: Example: CALC:STAT:SCAL:Y:UNIT PCT Sets the percentage scale. Manual operation: "y-Unit % / Abs"...
Page 742 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CALC:THR -82DBM Sets the threshold value to -82 dBm. Manual operation: "Threshold" on page 294 CALCulate<n>:THReshold:STATe <State> This command turns the threshold line for the marker peak search on and off.
Page 743 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <Line> 1 | 2 Selects the time line. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: CALC:TLIN2:STAT ON Manual operation: "Time Line 1 / Time Line 2" on page 420 CALCulate:UNIT Subsystem The CALCulate:UNIT subsystem defines the units for the parameters that can be set and the measurement results.
Page 744 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "I/Q Analyzer" on page 442 "Display Config" on page 447 4.2.3.3 CALibration:PMETer Subsystem (Power Sensor, R&S FSV-K9) The CALibration:PMETer Subsystem determines the error correction data for measure- ments in the power meter mode. It is only available if the R&S FSV-K9 Power Sensor option is installed.
Page 745 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ............750 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe]:RLEVel ........... 751 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe]:RLEVel:OFFSet ........... 751 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe]:RPOSition ............752 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe]:RVALue ................752 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:ZOOM:AREA ................753 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:ZOOM:STATe DISPlay:MTABle <DisplayMode> This command turns the marker table on and off. Parameters: <DisplayMode> Marker table is displayed.
Page 746 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Size> LARGe | SMALl LARGe Channel and adjacent-channel power measurements: diagram in full screen. Spectrum Emission Mask and Spurious Emissions measure- ments: diagram or list in full screen, depending on the value of the suffix.
Page 747 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> window; For applications that do not have more than 1 measure- ment window, the suffix <n> is irrelevant. <t> trace Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: ON for TRACe1, OFF for TRACe2 to 6...
Page 748 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Clear Write" on page 253 "Max Hold" on page 253 "Min Hold" on page 253 "Average" on page 254 "View" on page 254 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:MODE:HCONtinuous <State> This command defines whether traces in Min Hold, Max Hold and Average mode (see on page 747) are reset after a parameter DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:MODE...
Page 749 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <ScalingType> LOGarithmic | LINear LOGarithmic Selects logarithmic scaling. LINear Selects linear scaling. *RST: LINear Example: DISP:TRAC:X:SPAC LOG Mode: A, ADEMOD DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y:SPACing <ScalingType> This command selects the scaling of the y-axis.
Page 750 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <t> irrelevant Parameters: <Range> Range: 10 to 200 *RST: Default unit: dB Example: DISP:TRAC:Y 110dB Manual operation: "Range Log 100 dB" on page 226 "Range Log 50 dB" on page 226 "Range Log 10 dB"...
Page 751 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <ReferenceLevel> The unit is variable. Range: see datasheet *RST: -10dBm Example: DISP:TRAC:Y:RLEV -60dBm Manual operation: "Ref Level" on page 226 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe]:RLEVel:OFFSet <Value> This command defines a reference level offset. Suffix: <n>...
Page 752 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TRACe<t>:Y[:SCALe]:RVALue <Value> The command defines the power value assigned to the reference position in the grid. When using a tracking generator, this command requires active normalization. Suffix: <n> irrelevant <t> irrelevant Parameters: <Value>...
Page 753 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:ZOOM:STATe <State> This command turns the zoom on and off. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: DISP:ZOOM ON Activates the zoom mode. 4.2.3.5 DISPlay Commands for Spectrograms This chapter describes commands required in the optional Spectrogram Mode (R&S FSV-K14).
Page 754 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DISPlay:WINDow:SGRam:COLor:SHAPe <Shape> This command defines the shape and focus of the color curve for the spectrogram result display. Parameters: <Shape> Shape of the color curve. Range: -1 to 1 *RST: Manual operation: "Shape"...
Page 755 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Hot/Cold/Radar/Grayscale" on page 561 4.2.3.6 FETCh:PMETer Subsystem (Power Sensor, R&S FSV-K9) The FETCh:PMETer subsystem contains commands to read measurement results of power sensor measurements without starting the measurement itself. It is only availa- ble if the R&S FSV-K9 Power Sensor option is installed.
Page 756 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "ASCII Trace Export" on page 200 "Decim Sep" on page 200 "ASCII File Export" on page 294 4.2.3.8 INITiate Subsystem The INITiate subsystem is used to control the init-measurement function.
Page 757 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands In single sweep mode, you can synchronize to the end of the measurement with *OPC, *OPC? or *WAI. In continuous sweep mode, synchronization to the end of the mea- surement is not possible. Thus, it is not recommended that you use continuous sweep mode in remote control, as results like trace data or markers are only valid after a sin- gle sweep end synchronization.
Page 758 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands INITiate<n>:DISPlay <State> This command turns the display during a single sweep measurement on or off. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: INIT:CONT OFF Switches to single sweep mode...
Page 759 The RF attenuation can be set in 5 dB steps (R&S FSV with option R&S FSV-B25 or R&S FSVA: 1 dB steps). The range is specified in the data sheet. If the current refer- ence level cannot be set for the set RF attenuation, the reference level is adjusted accordingly.
Page 760 "RF Atten Auto/Mech Att Auto" on page 229 INPut:COUPling <CouplingType> Toggles the RF input of the R&S FSVA/FSV between AC and DC coupling. This function is not available if the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (R&S FSV-B17) is active. Parameters: <CouplingType>...
Page 761 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <PRBSTestState> State of the PRBS test. Not Started Has to be Started Started Passed Failed Done <SampleRateType> 0 Maximum sampling rate is displayed Current sampling rate is displayed <Placeholder> for future use; currently "0"...
Page 762 This command specifies or queries the sample rate of the input signal from the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (see "Input Sample Rate" on page 429). Note: the final user sample rate of the R&S FSVA/FSV may differ and is defined using TRAC:IQ:SRAT (see on page 903). TRACe<n>:IQ:SRATe This command is only available if the optional R&S Digital I/Q Interface (option...
Page 763 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <SampleRate> Range: 1 Hz to 10 GHz *RST: 32 MHz Example: INP:DIQ:SRAT 200 MHz Mode: A, IQ, NF, TDS, VSA, CDMA, EVDO, WCDMA, ADEMOD, GSM, OFDM, OFDMA/WiBro, WLAN Manual operation: "Input Sample Rate"...
Page 764 If the option R&S FSVA-B11 is installed, the YIG preselector can be bypassed. This function is only available for R&S FSVA instruments. If the YIG preselector at the input of the R&S FSVA is removed from the signal path, you can use the maximum bandwidth for signal analysis. However, image-frequency rejection is no longer ensured.
Page 765 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands INPut:IMPedance <Impedance> This command selects the nominal input impedance. 75 Ω should be selected if the 50 Ω input impedance is transformed to a higher impe- dance using a 75 Ω adapter of the RAZ type (= 25 Ω in series to the input impedance of the instrument).
Page 766 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <State> User port is used as a input. User port is used as a output. *RST: Example: INP:UPOR:STAT ON 4.2.3.10 INSTrument Subsystem The INSTrument subsystem selects the operating mode of the unit either via text parameters or fixed numbers.
Page 767 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Mode Text parameter Numeric Option number (INST:SEL) parameter (INST:NSEL) R&S FSV-K10 (Query: MGSM.) Noise Figure Measurements NOISe R&S FSV-K30 Phase Noise mode PNOise R&S FSV-K40 DDEM R&S FSV-K70 3G FDD BTS mode BWCD R&S FSV-K72...
Page 768 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: INST:CRE SAN, Spectrum 2 Adds a second spectrum display. INSTrument:DELete <ChannelName> This command deletes a spectrum display. Also see ● on page 767 INSTrument:CREate[:NEW] ● Remote program example: Chapter 4.3.16, "Usage of Four Spectrum Instances",...
Page 769 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..................... 770 MMEMory:STORe:SGRam ..................771 MMEMory:STORe<n>:SPURious ..................771 MMEMory:STORe<n>:TRACe MMEMory:LOAD:IQ:STATe 1, <FileName> This command loads the I/Q data from the specified .iq.tar file. Note: switch to single sweep mode (INIT:CONT OFF) before importing I/Q data as otherwise the instrument will continue to measure data and display the current results rather than the imported data.
Page 770 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands MMEMory:STORe<n>:LIST <FileName> This command stores the current list evaluation results in a <file name>.dat file. The file consists of a data section containing the list evaluation results. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <FileName>...
Page 771 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands MMEMory:STORe<n>:SPURious <FileName> This command exports the marker peak list available for spurious emission measure- ments to a file. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <FileName> String containing the path and name of the target file.
Page 772 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands OUTPut:DIQ <State> If enabled, the captured IQ data is output to the R&S Digital I/Q Interface in a continu- ous stream. This function requires the LVDS interface option (R&S FSV-B17). Digital input and digital output cannot be used simultaneously.
Page 773 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <PRBSTestState> State of the PRBS test. Not Started Has to be Started Started Passed Failed Done <NotUsed> to be ignored <Placeholder> for future use; currently "0" Example: OUTP:DIQ:CDEV? Result: 1,SMU200A,103634,Out A,70000000,100000000,Passed,Not Started,0,0...
Page 774 4.2.3.13 PROBe subsystem With firmware R&S FSVA/FSV 1.61SP2 or newer, active probes are supported (via an adapter). The following commands activate and configure a connected probe which is to provide an input signal. They are only available if a probe is connected to the instru- ment's RF INPUT and USB connectors.
Page 775 Query only Manual operation: "Name" on page 434 PROBe:SETup:STATe? This command queries whether a probe is connected to the instrument's RF INPUT and USB connectors and was recognized by the R&S FSVA/FSV. Example: PROB:SET:STAT ON Usage: Query only PROBe[:STATe] <State>...
Page 776 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands 4.2.3.14 READ:PMETer Subsystem This subsystem contains commands to start power sensor measurements and to read the results after the measurement is concluded. It is only available if the R&S FSV-K9 Power Sensor option is installed.
Page 777 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SENSe:MIXer Subsystem................... 822 SENSe:MPOWer Subsystem..................829 SENSe:PMETer Subsystem (Power Sensor, R&S FSV-K9)........ 834 SENSe:POWer Subsystem..................841 SENSe:SWEep Subsystem..................852 SENSe:[WINDow:]DETector Subsystem..............860 SENSe:ADJust Subsystem The ADJust subsystem controls automatic definition of frequency and level settings.
Page 778 ADJ:CONF:LEV:DUR:5 Manual operation: "Meas Time Manual" on page 235 [SENSe:]ADJust:CONFigure:LEVel:DURation:MODE <Mode> This command selects the way the R&S FSVA/FSV determines the length of the mea- surement that is performed while determining the ideal reference level. Parameters: <Mode> AUTO Automatically determines the measurement length.
Page 779 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Lower Level Hysteresis" on page 235 [SENSe:]ADJust:CONFiguration:HYSTeresis:UPPer <Threshold> This command defines an upper threshold the signal must exceed before the reference level is automatically adjusted when the "Auto Level" function is performed.
Page 780 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]AVERage<n>[:STATe<Trace>] <State> This command turns averaging for a particular trace in a particular window on and off. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. <Trace> 1...6 Selects the trace. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF...
Page 781 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]AVERage<n>:TYPE <FunctionType> This command selects the type of average function. Suffix: <n> Selects the measurement window. Parameters: <FunctionType> VIDeo | LINear | POWer VIDeo The logarithmic power values are averaged. LINear The power values are averaged before they are converted to logarithmic values.
Page 782 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Bandwidth> refer to data sheet *RST: (AUTO is set to ON) Example: BAND 1 MHz Sets the resolution bandwidth to 1 MHz Manual operation: "Res BW Manual" on page 238 "Res BW"...
Page 783 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: BAND:TYPE FFT Select FFT filter. Example: BAND:FFT NARR Select narrow partial span for FFT filter. Manual operation: "Auto" on page 236 "Narrow" on page 236 [SENSe:]BANDwidth|BWIDth[:RESolution]:RATio <Ratio> This command defines the ratio between the resolution bandwidth (Hz) and the span (Hz).
Page 784 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]BANDwidth|BWIDth:VIDeo <Bandwidth> This command defines the video bandwidth. The available video bandwidths are speci- fied in the data sheet. Parameters: <Bandwidth> refer to data sheet *RST: (AUTO is set to ON)
Page 785 Video filter ahead of the logarithmic amplifier SENSe:CORRection Subsystem This subsystem controls calibration and normalization during operation with the track- ing generator (only with R&S FSVA/FSV option B9 or B10). Furthermore, configuration of conversion loss tables for external mixers (option B21) is performed using these commands.
Page 786 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands To obtain a correct reference measurement, a complete sweep with synchronization to the end of the sweep must have been carried out. This is only possible in the single sweep mode.
Page 787 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]CORRection:CVL:CATalog? This command queries all available conversion loss tables saved in the C:\r_s\instr\user\cvl\ directory on the instrument. This command is only available with option B21 (External Mixer) installed. Example: CORR:CVL:CAT? Usage:...
Page 788 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands This command is only available with option B21 (External Mixer) installed. Parameters: <SerialNo> Serial number with a maximum of 16 characters Example: CORR:CVL:SEL 'LOSS_TAB_4' Selects the conversion loss table. CORR:CVL:MIX '123.4567'...
Page 789 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]CORRection:CVL:BIAS <BiasSetting> This command defines the bias setting in the conversion loss table. Before this com- mand can be performed, the conversion loss table must be selected (see [SENSe: on page 787).
Page 790 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CORR:CVL:SEL 'LOSS_TAB_4' Selects the conversion loss table. CORR:CVL:DATA 1MHZ,-30DB,2MHZ,-40DB Mode: Manual operation: "Position/Value" on page 530 [SENSe:]CORRection:CVL:CLEar This command deletes the selected conversion loss table. Before this command can be performed, the conversion loss table must be selected (see [SENSe: on page 787).
Page 791 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: REFLection Selects reflection measurements. TRANsmission Selects transmission measurements. *RST: TRANsmission Example: CORR:METH TRAN Sets the type of measurement to "transmission". Manual operation: "Calibrate Transmission" on page 476 "Calibrate Reflection Short"...
Page 792 The generated transducer factor can be further adapted using the commands of the [SENSe<source>:]CORRection:TRANSducer subsystem (see [SENSe: on page 952). ]CORRection:TRANsducer:DELete This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B10 (External Tracking Generator) is installed and normalization is switched on. Parameters: <Name> '<name>...
Page 793 Remote Control – Commands A video trigger is automatically activated with the same level as the squelch level, any other trigger or gate settings are deactivated. This command in only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B3 (Audio Demodulation) is installed. Parameters: <State>...
Page 794 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..........803 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:SWEep:TIME:AUTO ............804 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:TRANsducer ..................804 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RRANge ................... 804 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RTYPe [SENSe:]ESPectrum:BWID <Bandwidth> This command defines the bandwidth used for measuring the channel power (refer- ence range). This setting takes only effect if channel power is selected as power refer- ence type (see on page 804).
Page 795 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: ESP:RTYP CPOW Sets the power reference type to channel power. ESP:FILT ON Activates the use of an RRC filter. ESP:FILT:ALPH 0.5 Sets the alpha value of the RRC filter to 0.5.
Page 796 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: ESP:PRES 'WCDMA\3GPP\DL\PowerClass_31_39.xml' Selects the PowerClass_31_39.xml XML file in the C: \R_S\instr\sem_std\WCDMA\3GPP\DL directory. ESP:PRES? W-CDMA 3GPP DL (31,39)dBm The query returns information about the selected standard, the link direction and the power class. If no standard has been selected, the query returns None.
Page 797 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "RBW" on page 348 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:BANDwidth:VIDeo <Value> This command sets the VBW value for the specified range. Note that this parameter can not be set for all ranges if "Fast SEM" mode is activated (see on page 795).
Page 798 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Note that this parameter can not be set for all ranges if "Fast SEM" mode is activated (see on page 795). [SENSe:]ESPectrum:HighSPeed Suffix: <range> 1...20 range Parameters: <Type> NORMal Gaussian filters...
Page 799 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>[:FREQuency]:STOP <Frequency> This command sets the stop frequency for the specified range. For further details refer to the command. [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>[:FREQuency]:STARt Note the rules for the <Frequency> parameter specified in "Ranges and Range Set- tings"...
Page 800 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: ESP:RANG2:INP:ATT:AUTO OFF Deactivates the RF attenuation auto mode for range 2. Manual operation: "RF Att. Mode" on page 348 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:INPut:GAIN:STATe <State> This command switches the preamplifier on or off for the specified range.
Page 801 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:LIMit<source>:ABSolute:STARt <Level> This command sets an absolute limit value at the start frequency of the specified range. Different from manual operation, this setting is independently of the defined limit check type.
Page 802 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: ESP:RANG3:LIM:REL:STAR -20 Sets a relative limit of -20 dBc at the start frequency of the range. Manual operation: "Rel Limit Start" on page 350 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:LIMit<source>:RELative:STOP <Limit> This command sets a relative limit value at the stop frequency of the specified range.
Page 803 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:RLEVel <Value> This command sets the reference level for the specified range. Note that this parameter can not be set for all ranges if "Fast SEM" mode is activated (see on page 795).
Page 804 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: ESP:RANG3:SWE:TIME:AUTO OFF Deactivates the sweep time auto mode for range 3. Manual operation: "Sweep Time Mode" on page 348 [SENSe:]ESPectrum:RANGe<range>:TRANsducer <TransducerName> This command sets a transducer for the specified range. You can only choose a trans- ducer that fulfills the following conditions: ●...
Page 805 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Edit Reference Range" on page 351 SENSe:FREQuency Subsystem The SENSe:FREQuency subsystem defines the frequency axis of the active display. The frequency axis can either be defined via the start/stop frequency or via the center frequency and span.
Page 806 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]FREQuency:CENTer:STEP:AUTO <State> This command couples the step size of the center frequency to the span (ON) or sets the value of the center frequency entered via (OFF). [SENSe:]FREQuency:CENTer Parameters: <State> ON | OFF...
Page 807 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "0.1*Span (span > 0)" on page 219 "0.1*RBW (span > 0)" on page 219 "0.5*Span (span > 0)" on page 219 "0.5*RBW (span > 0)" on page 220 [SENSe:]FREQuency:MODE <Mode>...
Page 808 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: min span to fmax *RST: fmax is specified in the data sheet. min span is 10 Hz (SEM and Spurious: min span = 20 Hz) Example: FREQ:SPAN 10MHz Manual operation: "Span Manual"...
Page 809 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands zero span. A new trigger event is required for each test point (exception: trigger "FREE RUN"). The results are output as a list in the order of the entered frequency points. The num- ber of results per test point depends on the number of concurrently active measure- ments (peak/RMS/average).
Page 810 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..................810 [SENSe:]LIST:POWer:RESult? .................. 810 [SENSe:]LIST:POWer[:SEQuence] ..................... 813 [SENSe:]LIST:POWer:SET ..................814 [SENSe:]LIST:POWer:STATe [SENSe:]LIST:POWer:RESult? This command queries the results of the list evaluation. This command may be used to obtain measurement results in an asynchronous way, using the service request mechanism for synchronization to the end of the measure- ment.
Page 811 R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands If you synchronize the measurement with *OPC, the R&S FSVA/FSV produces a ser- vice request when all frequencies have been measured and the number of individual measurements has been performed. To reduce the setting time, all indicated parameters are set up simultaneously at each test point.
Page 812 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <RBW> Defines the resolution bandwidth for a list entry. For the range of values refer to "Res BW Manual" on page 238. Refer to Chapter 3.2.6.3, "Selecting the Appropriate Filter Type", on page 243 for possible combinations of filter type and filter bandwidth for the <filter type>...
Page 813 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: SENSe:LIST:POWer 935.2 MHz,0dBm,10dB,OFF,NORM,1 MHz,3 MHz,440us, 935.4 MHz,0dBm,10dB,10dB,CFIL,30 kHz,100 kHz, 440us,0, 935.6 MHz,0dBm,10dB,20dB,CFIL,30 kHz,100 kHz, 440us,0 Performs a measurement sequence with the settings described Table 4-15. SENSe:LIST:POWer? 935.2 MHz,0dBm,10dB,OFF,NORM,1 MHz,3 MHz,440us, 935.4 MHz,0dBm,10dB,10dB,CFIL,30 kHz,100 kHz,...
Page 814 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <AVGPower> ON | OFF Turns average power evaluation on and off. *RST: <TriggerSource> IMMediate | EXTernal | VIDeo | IFPower | RFPower Selects a trigger source. For more information see "Trg/Gate Source"...
Page 815 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ............817 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>[:FREQuency]:STARt ............817 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>[:FREQuency]:STOP ..............818 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:FILTer:TYPE ............818 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:INPut:ATTenuation ..........819 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:INPut:ATTenuation:AUTO ............819 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:INPut:GAIN:STATe ..............819 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:LIMit:STARt ..............820 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:LIMit:STATe ..............820 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:LIMit:STOP ................820 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:POINts ................821 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:RLEVel ..............821 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:SWEep:TIME ............821...
Page 816 Suffix: <range> 1...20 range Parameters: <State> The R&S FSVA/FSV stops after one range is swept and contin- ues only if you confirm (a message box is displayed). The R&S FSVA/FSV sweeps all ranges in one go. *RST: Example: LIST:RANG:BRE ON Configures a stop after each range.
Page 817 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Detector> NEGative | POSitive | SAMPle | RMS | AVERage NEGative minimum peak detector POSitive peak detector SAMPle sample detector RMS detector AVERage average detector *RST: Example: LIST:RANGe3:DET SAMP Sets the sample detector for range 3.
Page 818 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Frequency> see rules in chapter 4, "Ranges and settings" *RST: -2.52 MHz (range 1), 2.52 MHz (range 2), 250.0 MHz (range 3) Example: LIST:RANG3:STOP 10000000 Sets the stop frequency for range 2 to 10 MHz.
Page 819 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "RF Attenuator" on page 379 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:INPut:ATTenuation:AUTO <State> This command activates or deactivates the automatic RF attenuation setting for the specified range. Suffix: <range> 1...20 range Parameters: <State> ON | OFF...
Page 820 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: LIST:RANG1:LIM:ABS:STAR 10 Sets an absolute limit of 10 dBm at the start frequency of the range. Manual operation: "Abs Limit Start" on page 380 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:LIMit:STATe This command activates or deactivates the limit check for all ranges.
Page 821 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Value> For details on possible values refer to chapter 4, Sweep Points softkey of the "Sweep" menu. *RST: Example: LIST:RANG3:POIN 601 Sets 601 sweep points for range 3. Manual operation: "Sweep Points"...
Page 822 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: LIST:RANG3:SWE:TIME:AUTO OFF Deactivates the sweep time auto mode for range 3. Manual operation: "Sweep Time Mode" on page 379 [SENSe:]LIST:RANGe<range>:TRANsducer <TransducerName> This command sets a transducer for the specified range. You can only choose a trans- ducer that fulfills the following conditions: ●...
Page 823 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ....................828 [SENSe:]MIXer:PORTs ....................829 [SENSe:]MIXer:SIGNal ..................... 829 [SENSe:]MIXer:THReshold [SENSe:]MIXer[:STATe] <State> This command activates the external mixer. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: MIX ON Mode: Manual operation: "External Mixer (On/Off)"...
Page 824 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: MIX ON Activates the external mixer. MIX:BIAS:LOW 2A Sets the bias for the low range to 2 A. Mode: Manual operation: "Bias Settings" on page 532 [SENSe:]MIXer:RFOVerrange[:STATe] <State> This command specifies whether the frequencies beyond the defined band limits are to be used.
Page 825 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Usage: Query only Mode: Manual operation: "RF Start" on page 526 [SENSe:]MIXer:FREQuency:STOP? This command queries the frequency at which the external mixer band stops. Example: MIX:FREQ:STOP? Queries the stop frequency of the band.
Page 826 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Usage: Event Mode: Manual operation: "Preset Band" on page 526 [SENSe:]MIXer:HARMonic:HIGH:STATe <State> This command specifies whether a second (high) harmonic is to be used to cover the band's frequency range. Parameters: <State>...
Page 827 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]MIXer:HARMonic:TYPE <OddEven> This command specifies whether the harmonic order to be used should be odd, even, or both. Parameters: <OddEven> ODD | EVEN | EODD *RST: EVEN Example: MIX:HARM:TYPE ODD Mode: Manual operation: "Harmonic Type"...
Page 828 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <FileName> <file name> Example: MIX:LOSS:HIGH 20dB Mode: Manual operation: "Conversion Loss" on page 527 [SENSe:]MIXer:LOSS:TABLe[:LOW] <FileName> This command defines the file name of the conversion loss table to be used for the low range.
Page 829 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]MIXer:SIGNal <State> This command specifies whether automatic signal detection is active or not. Parameters: <State> OFF | ON | AUTO | ALL No automatic signal detection is active. Automatic signal detection (Signal ID) is active.
Page 830 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands is used, the threshold is fixed to TTL level, while with a video signal the threshold can be set as desired. More Details on the SENSe:MPOWer Subsystem The following graphics shows the relation between trigger time, trigger offset (for delayed gate opening) and measurement time.
Page 831 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ....................831 [SENSe:]MPOWer:FTYPe ................... 831 [SENSe:]MPOWer:RESult[:LIST]? ..................831 [SENSe:]MPOWer:RESult:MIN? ..................832 [SENSe:]MPOWer[:SEQuence] [SENSe:]MPOWer:FTYPe <FilterType> This command selects the filter type for pulse power measurements. Parameters: <FilterType> NORMal | CFILter | RRC Example:...
Page 832 <TriggerSource>, <TriggerLevel>, <TriggerOffset>, <Detector>, <#OfPulses> This command configures and initiates the pulse power measurement. The R&S FSVA/FSV caches all measurement parameters that you can set with this command. If you use the command repeatedly, the R&S FSVA/FSV only changes those settings that you have actually changed before initiating the measurement. Thus, measurement times are kept as low as possible.
Page 833 Defines a trigger level. The trigger level is available for the video trigger. In that case, the level is a percentage of the diagram height. In case of an external trigger, the R&S FSVA/FSV uses a fix TTL level. Range: 0 PCT to 100 PCT <TriggerOffset>...
Page 834 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: Sample setting: SENSe:MPOWer 935.2MHz,1MHz,434us,VIDEO,50PCT, 5us,MEAN,20 Performs a measurement sequence with the following settings: Frequency = 935.2 MHz, Resolution bandwidth = 1 MHz Measurement time = 434 µs Trigger source = VIDEO Trigger threshold = 50 % Trigger offset = 5 µs...
Page 835 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: 1...4 Power sensor index Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: PMET1 ON Switches the power sensor measurements on. Mode: Manual operation: "Power Sensor On/Off" on page 545 "Select"...
Page 836 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Duty Cycle" on page 548 [SENSe:]PMETer:FREQuency <Frequency> This command sets the frequency of the selected power sensor. The limits f and f are defined by the power sensor. Suffix: ...
Page 837 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Duration> SHORt | NORMal | LONG *RST: NORM Example: PMET2:MTIM SHOR Sets a short measurement duration for measurements of station- ary high power signals for the selected power sensor. Mode: Manual operation: "Meas Time / Average"...
Page 838 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: PMET2:MTIM:AVER ON Activates manual averaging. PMET2:MTIM:AVER:COUN 8 Sets the number of readings to 8. Mode: Manual operation: "Number of Readings" on page 549 [SENSe:]PMETer:ROFFset[:STATe] <State> This command defines whether the reference level offset set for the analyzer is taken into account for the measured power or not for the selected power sensor.
Page 839 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "External Power Trigger" on page 549 [SENSe:]PMETer:TRIGger:DTIMe <Value> Defines the time the input signal must stay below the IF power trigger level in order to allow a trigger to start the measurement.
Page 840 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: 1...4 Power sensor index Parameters: <Value> 3 to 50 dB Increment: 1 dB *RST: 0 dB Example: PMET2:TRIG:HYST 10 Sets the hysteresis of the trigger to 10 dB. Mode: Manual operation: "Hysteresis"...
Page 841 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Mode: Manual operation: "Slope" on page 550 [SENSe:]PMETer:UPDate[:STATe] <State> This command switches the continuous update of the power sensor measurement for the selected power sensor on or off. If activated, even after a single sweep has been completed, the data from the power sensor is updated.
Page 842 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..........850 [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:SPACing:CHANnel<channel> ..............850 [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:TXCHannel:COUNt ................850 [SENSe:]POWer:BANDwidth|BWIDth ....................851 [SENSe:]POWer:HSPeed ..................851 [SENSe:]POWer:NCORrection ....................851 [SENSe:]POWer:TRACe [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:ACPairs <ChannelPairs> This command sets the number of adjacent channels (upper and lower channel in pairs).The figure 0 stands for pure channel power measurement.
Page 843 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands With [SENSe<source>:]POWer:HSPeed set to ON, steep-edged channel filters are available. For further information on filters refer to Chapter 3.2.6.4, "List of Available RRC and Channel Filters", on page 244 . Parameters: <Bandwidth>...
Page 844 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Alpha> <numeric value> *RST: 0,22 Example: POW:ACH:FILT:ALPH:ALL 0,35 [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:FILTer:ALPHa:ALTernate<channel> <Alpha> This command defines the roll-off factor for the weighting filter of the specified alternate channel. Suffix: <channel> 1...11 the alternate channel Parameters: <Alpha>...
Page 845 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:FILTer[:STATe]:ACHannel <State> This command activates the weighting filter for the adjacent channel. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: POW:ACH:FILT:ACH ON Manual operation: "Weighting Filter" on page 329 [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:FILTer[:STATe]:ALTernate<channel> <State> This command activates the weighting filter for the specified alternate channel.
Page 846 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands For the relative measurement the reference value is set to the currently measured channel power using the command [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:REFerence: AUTO ONCE. Parameters: <Mode> ABSolute | RELative ABSolute absolute adjacent channel measurement...
Page 847 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <channel> 1...12 the TX channel Parameters: <Name> *RST: TX<1...12> Example: POW:ACH:NAME:CHAN3 'XYZ' Defines the name of the third transmission channel as 'XYZ'. Manual operation: "Names" on page 329 [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:PRESet <Setting>...
Page 848 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Subsequent commands have to be synchronized with *WAI, *OPC or *OPC? to the end of the auto range process which would otherwise be aborted. Example: POW:ACH:PRES:RLEV;*WAI Adapts the reference level to the measured channel power.
Page 849 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands The command is available only for multicarrier channel and adjacent-channel power measurements with span > 0 ( CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:FUNCtion:POWer: on page 703). SELect Parameters: <ChannelNumber> 1 to 18 *RST: Example: POW:ACH:REF:TXCH:MAN 3 Transmission channel 3 is used as a reference channel.
Page 850 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Spacing" on page 328 [SENSe:]POWer:ACHannel:SPACing:CHANnel<channel> <Spacing> This command defines the channel spacing for the carrier signals. Suffix: <channel> 1...11 the TX channel Parameters: <Spacing> 14 kHz to 20 GHz...
Page 851 [SENSe:]POWer:NCORrection <Mode> This command turns noise cancellation on and off. If noise cancellation is on, the R&S FSVA/FSV performs a reference measurement to determine its inherent noise and subtracts the result from the channel power measure- ment result (first active trace only).
Page 852 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Note:The measurement of the occupied bandwidth (OBW) is performed on the trace on which marker 1 is positioned. To evaluate another trace, marker 1 must be posi- tioned to another trace with CALCulate<n>:MARKer<m>:TRACe.
Page 853 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Sweep Count" on page 249 [SENSe:]SWEep:COUNt:CURRent? This query command returns the current number of started sweeps. A sweep count value should be set and the device should be in single sweep mode.
Page 854 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:HOLDoff <DelayTime> This command defines the delay time between the external gate signal and the contin- uation of the sweep. Note: Using gate mode "level" (see on page 857) [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:TYPE and an IFP trigger (see on page 909), the TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:SOURce...
Page 855 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Source> EXTernal | IFPower | VIDeo | RFPower | PSEN *RST: IFPower Example: SWE:EGAT:SOUR IFP Switches the gate source to IF power. Manual operation: "Trg/Gate Source" on page 268 "External"...
Page 856 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:TRACe<k>:STARt<range> <Value> This command defines the starting point for the range to be traced using gated trigger- ing. Suffix: <k> 1...6 trace <range> 1...3 range Parameters: <Value> <numeric value> *RST: Example: SWE:EGAT:TRAC1:STAR1 3ms Sets the Starting point for range 1 on trace 1 at 3 ms.
Page 857 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: SWE:EGAT:TRAC1:PER 5ms Defines the period for gated triggering to 5 ms. Manual operation: "Gate Ranges" on page 394 [SENSe:]SWEep:EGATe:TYPE <Type> This command sets the type of triggering by the external gate signal.
Page 858 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: SWE:MODE ESP Sets the Spectrum Emission Mask measurement mode. Manual operation: "Spectrum Emission Mask" on page 312 "Spurious Emissions" on page 312 "Spectrum Emission Mask" on page 346 "Spurious Emissions"...
Page 859 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: SWE:TIME:AUTO ON Activates automatic sweep time. Manual operation: "Sweeptime Manual" on page 239 "Sweeptime Auto" on page 240 "Default Coupling" on page 242 [SENSe:]SWEep:TYPE <Type> This command selects the sweep type.
Page 860 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SENSe:[WINDow:]DETector Subsystem The SENSe:DETector subsystem controls the acquisition of measurement data via the selection of the detector for the corresponding trace...............860 [SENSe:][WINDow:]DETector<trace>[:FUNCtion] ............ 860 [SENSe:][WINDow:]DETector<trace>[:FUNCtion]:AUTO [SENSe:][WINDow:]DETector<trace>[:FUNCtion] <Function> This command selects the detector for the data acquisition in the selected trace.
Page 861 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Auto Select" on page 255 4.2.3.16 SOURce Subsystem The SOURce subsystem controls the output signals of the instrument. ● SOURce Subsystem commands................861 ● SOURce:POWer Subsystem................868 SOURce Subsystem commands ....................
Page 862 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SOURce<n>:DM:STATe <State> This command turns external I/Q modulation of the tracking generator on and off. External AM and external FM are switched off, if active. This command is available with a tracking generator (option R&S FSV-B9).
Page 863 This command defines the denominator of the factor with which the analyzer frequency is multiplied in order to obtain the transmit frequency of the selected generator. This command is only valid for R&S FSVA/FSV option External Tracking Generator (R&S FSV-B10).
Page 864 This command defines the numerator of the factor with which the analyzer frequency is multiplied in order to obtain the transmit frequency of the selected generator. This command is only valid for R&S FSVA/FSV option External Tracking Generator (R&S FSV-B10).
Page 865 "Generator Frequency (Numerator/Denominator/Offset)" on page 487 SOURce<n>:EXTernal<generator>:FREQuency:OFFSet<m> <Offset> This command defines the frequency offset of the selected generator with reference to the receive frequency. This command is only valid for R&S FSVA/FSV option External Tracking Generator (R&S FSV-B10). Suffix: <n> irrelevant <generator>...
Page 866 Example: SOUR:EXT1:FREQ:SWE ON Activates the frequency sweep for external generator 1. SOURce<n>:EXTernal<generator>:POWer[:LEVel] <Level> This command sets the output power of the selected generator. This command is only valid for R&S FSVA/FSV option External Tracking Generator (R&S FSV-B10). Suffix: <n> irrelevant <generator>...
Page 867 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Source> INTernal the internal reference is used EXTernal the external reference is used; if none is available, an error flag is displayed in the status bar EAUTo the external reference is used as long as it is available, then the...
Page 868 Usage: SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "Frequency Offset" on page 485 SOURce:POWer Subsystem The SOURce:POWer subsystem controls the power of the tracking generator signal (only with R&S FSVA/FSV option B9 or B10)............869 SOURce<n>:POWer[:LEVel][:IMMediate][:AMPLitude] ............. 869 SOURce<n>:POWer[:LEVel][:IMMediate]:OFFSet ....................869 SOURce<n>:POWer:MODE .................... 870 SOURce<n>:POWer:STARt...
Page 869 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SOURce<n>:POWer[:LEVel][:IMMediate][:AMPLitude] <Level> This command defines the output level of the tracking generator. Parameters: <Level> Ouput level in dBm. The level range is specified in the data sheet. *RST: -20 dBm Example: SOUR:POW -20dBm Sets the tracking generator level to -20 dBm.
Page 870 Power sweep is off. SWEep Power sweep is on. If the power sweep is on, the R&S FSVA/FSV enters the time domain (span = 0 Hz). During the sweep time, the power at the internal tracking generator is changed linearly from start power to stop power.
Page 871 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Power Sweep Stop" on page 479 4.2.3.17 STATus:QUEStionable Subsystem The STATus subsystem contains the commands for the status reporting system (for details refer to Chapter 4.1.6, "Status Reporting System", on page 587).
Page 872 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit[:EVENt]? This command queries the contents of the "EVENt" part of the STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit register. Readout deletes the contents of the "EVENt" part. Example: STAT:QUES:ACPL? Usage: Query only Mode: STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit:CONDition? This command queries the contents of the "CONDition" part of the STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit register (see "STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit...
Page 873 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit:PTRansition <BitDefinition> This command sets the edge detectors of all bits of the STATus:QUEStionable:ACPLimit register from 0 to 1 for the transitions of the "CONDition" bit. Parameters: <BitDefinition> 0 to 65535...
Page 874 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Mode: STATus:QUEStionable:DIQ:PTRansition <PTranstion> Setting parameters: <PTranstion> numeric value Usage: SCPI confirmed Mode: STATus:QUEStionable:FREQuency:CONDition? This command queries the contents of the "CONDition" part of the STATus:QUEStionable:FREQuency register (see "STATus:QUEStionable:FRE- Quency Register" on page 596). Readout does not delete the contents of the "CONDi- tion"...
Page 875 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands STATus:QUEStionable:FREQuency:NTRansition <BitDefinition> This command sets the edge detectors of all bits of the STATus:QUEStionable:FREQuency register from 1 to 0 for the transitions of the "CONDition" bit. Parameters: <BitDefinition> 0 to 65535...
Page 876 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <m> 1...4 window For applications that do not have more than one measurement window, the suffix <1…4> is irrelevant. Example: STAT:QUES:LIM:COND? Usage: Query only Mode: STATus:QUEStionable:LIMit<m>:ENABle <BitDefinition> This command sets the bits of the "ENABle" part of the STATus:QUEStionable reg- ister.
Page 877 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands STATus:QUEStionable:LIMit<m>:PTRansition <BitDefinition> This command sets the edge detectors of all bits of the STATus:QUEStionable:LIMit register from 0 to 1 for the transitions of the "CONDi- tion" bit. Suffix: <m> 1...4 window For applications that do not have more than one measurement window, the suffix is irrelevant.
Page 878 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands STATus:QUEStionable:LMARgin<m>:ENABle <BitDefinition> This command sets the bits of the "ENABle" part of the STATus:QUEStionable:LMARgin register. The "ENABle" register selectively ena- bles the individual events of the associated "EVENt" part for the summary bit.
Page 879 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Mode: STATus:QUEStionable:POWer[:EVENt]? This command queries the contents of the "EVENt" part of the STATus:QUEStionable:POWer register. Readout deletes the contents of the "EVENt" part. Example: STAT:QUES:POW? Usage: Query only SCPI confirmed Mode: STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:CONDition? This command queries the contents of the "CONDition"...
Page 880 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Usage: SCPI confirmed Mode: STATus:QUEStionable:POWer:PTRansition <BitDefinition> This command sets the edge detectors of all bits of the STATus:QUEStionable:POWer register from 0 to 1 for the transitions of the "CONDi- tion" bit.
Page 881 SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB:RDEVice:COMMand <GPIBAddress>, <Command> .This command sends a command or query string to the external generator connected via the GPIB interface. This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B10 (External Tracking Generator) is installed. Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─ 09...
Page 882 "SYST:COMM:GPIB:RDEF:COMM? 18,'SENS:POW?'" Queries the generator power. Mode: SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB:RDEVice:GENerator<generator>:ADDRess <Number> Changes the IEC/IEEE-bus address of the external tracking generator. This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B10 (External Tracking Generator) is installed. Suffix: <generator> 1 | 2 tracking generator...
Page 883 Notes: Only one of the two generators can be operated via the TTL interface at a time. The other generator must be configured via GPIB. For Noise Figure measurements (K30), TTL synchronization has no effect. This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B10 (External Tracking Generator) is installed. Suffix: <generator>...
Page 884 Supported by the R&S FSVA/FSV", on page 481. If no external generator type is currently configured, the query returns "NONE". This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B10 (External Tracking Generator) is installed. Suffix: <generator> 1 | 2...
Page 885 ON | OFF *RST: Example: SYST:COMM:RDEV:PMET:CONF:AUTO OFF Mode: Manual operation: "Power Sensor Assignment" on page 546 SYSTem:COMMunicate:RDEVice:PMETer:COUNt? This command queries the number of power sensors currently connected to the R&S FSVA/FSV. Suffix: 1...4 irrelevant Example: SYST:COMM:RDEV:PMET:COUN? Usage: Query only Mode: Manual operation: "Power Sensor Assignment"...
Page 886 FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SYSTem:COMMunicate:TCPip:RDEVice:GENerator<generator>:ADDRess <Address> Configures the TCP/IP address for the external tracking generator 1 or 2. This command is only available if the R&S FSVA/FSV option B10 (External Tracking Generator) is installed. Suffix: <generator> 1 | 2...
Page 887 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands The TRACe subsystem contains the following subsystem: ● "TRACe:IQ Subsystem" on page 891 Some further information on working with IQ data is provided here: ● Chapter 3.5.6, "Working with I/Q Data", on page 468 ●...
Page 888 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Query parameters: <ResultType> TRACE1 | TRACE2 | TRACE3 | TRACE4 | TRACE5 | TRACE6 | SPECtrogram | SGRam | LIST | SPURious Selects the type of result to be returned. TRACE1 | ...| TRACE6 The query returns a list of results with one value for each sweep point in the currently set level unit.
Page 889 TRACe<n>[:DATA] <Trace>, <Data> The command transfers trace data from a control computer to the R&S FSVA/FSV. The transfer of trace data into the R&S FSVA/FSV memory is available only in spec- trum analyzer mode. The data format is variable. You can set it with on page 930.
Page 890 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Trace> TRACE1 | TRACE2 | TRACE3 | TRACE4 | TRACE5 | TRACE6 Selects the trace you want to write data to. Setting parameters: <Data> Defines the data you want to transfer.
Page 891 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Query parameters: <TraceNumber> TRACE1 | TRACE2 | TRACE3 | TRACE4 | TRACE5 | TRACE6 Trace number Example: TRACe:DATA:X? TRACE1 Returns the x-values for trace 1. Usage: Query only TRACe:IQ Subsystem The commands of this subsystem are used for acquisition and output of measured IQ data.
Page 892 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ....................893 TRACe<n>:IQ:BWIDth ...................... 894 TRACe<n>:IQ:DATA ..................894 TRACe<n>:IQ:DATA:FORMat ..................896 TRACe<n>:IQ:DATA:MEMory? ....................897 TRACe<n>:IQ:DIQFilter ....................898 TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe .................... 898 TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe:GAP ..................898 TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe:LENGth ................899 TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe:NOFgateperiods ...................899 TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe:TYPE .......................899 TRACe<n>:IQ:EVAL ....................900 TRACe<n>:IQ:RLENgth ......................901 TRACe<n>:IQ:SET ....................
Page 893 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <NumberSets> 0 to 32767 *RST: Example: TRAC:IQ ON Switches on acquisition of I/Q data. TRAC:IQ:AVER ON Enables averaging of the I/Q measurement data TRAC:IQ:AVER:COUN 10 Selects averaging over 10 data sets TRAC:IQ:DATA? Starts the measurement and reads out the averaged data.
Page 894 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands TRACe<n>:IQ:DATA This command starts a measurement with the settings defined via TRACe<n>:IQ:SET and returns the list of measurement results (I/Q samples) immediately after they are corrected in terms of frequency response. The number of measurement results depends on the settings defined with TRACe<n>:IQ:SET, the output format depends...
Page 895 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Figure 4-4: IQ data formats Note: 512k corresponds to 524288 samples Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <Format> COMPatible | IQBLock | IQPair *RST: IQBL For maximum performance, the formats "Compatible" or "IQPair"...
Page 896 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands TRACe<n>:IQ:DATA:MEMory? <OffsetSamples>,<NoOfSamples> This command reads out previously acquired (and frequency response corrected) I/Q data from the memory. Furthermore, the offset related to the start of measurement and the number of I/Q samples are given. Thus, a previously acquired data set can be read out in smaller portions.
Page 897 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: TRAC:IQ:STAT ON Enables acquisition of I/Q data TRAC:IQ:SET NORM,10MHz,32MHz,EXT,POS,100,4096 Measurement configuration: Sample Rate = 32 MHz Trigger Source = External Trigger Slope = Positive Pretrigger Samples = 100 Number of Samples = 4096 INIT;*WAI...
Page 898 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Mode: Manual operation: "No Filter" on page 446 TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe <State> Activates or deactivates the gate function for IQ data measurements. This command is only valid for TRAC:IQ ON and trigger modes "EXT" and "IFP". The gate trigger is specified using on page 901.
Page 899 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <GateLength> <numeric value> Max = MaxPreTriggerSamples * 128 MHz/sample rate pretrigger samples defined by TRACe<n>:IQ:SET; sample rate defined by TRACe<n>:IQ:SRATe) Range: 1...Max (samples) *RST: Example: TRAC:IQ:EGAT:LENG 2000 TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe:NOFgateperiods <Number> Defines the number of gate periods after a trigger signal. For details see "I/Q Gating"...
Page 900 TRACe<n>:IQ[:STATe] data evaluation mode to provide optimum performance for IQ-data acquisition. If you start the IQ Analyzer manually by selecting the "IQ Analyzer" mode in the R&S FSVA/FSV, or use the command, the IQ data evalua- CALCulate<n>:FORMat tion mode is automatically activated.
Page 901 447 TRACe<n>:IQ:SET NORM,<Placeholder>, <SampleRate>, <TriggerMode>, <TriggerSlope>, <PretriggerSamp>, <NumberSamples> This command defines the settings of the R&S FSVA/FSV hardware for the measure- ment of I/Q data. This allows setting the sample rate, trigger conditions and the record length. If this command is omitted, the current instrument settings are used for the correspond- ing parameters.
Page 902 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands <TriggerMode> IMMediate | EXTernal | IFPower | BBPower | PSE Selection of the trigger source used for the measurement. For details on trigger sources, see "Trg/Gate Source" on page 268. For IMM mode, gating is automatically deactivated.
Page 903 3.5.6.2, "Sample Rate and Maximum Usable Bandwidth (RF Input)", on page 470 for possible values. For digital input via the R&S Digital I/Q Interface (R&S FSVA/ FSVB17) the valid sample rates are described in "Sample rates, bandwidths and other limitations" in the description of the B17 option in the base unit.
Page 904 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <State> ON | OFF | FORCe160 (Default) The maximum available bandwidth is used for all sam- ple rates. If the bandwidth extension option R&S FSV-B160 is installed, it is activated for bandwidths as of 64 MHz (if no other restrictions for its use apply, see "Restrictions"...
Page 905 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SCPI command: TRACE:IQ:EGATE:TYPE EDGE, see TRACe<n>:IQ:EGATe: on page 899 TYPE ● Level triggered recording After a trigger signal, all data is recorded in which the gate signal is set to 1, which means it has exceeded a level.
Page 906 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..................909 TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:SLOPe .................. 909 TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:SOURce ................911 TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:TIME:RINTerval TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:HOLDoff[:TIME] <Delay> This command defines the length of the trigger delay. A negative delay time (pretrigger) can be set in zero span only. Suffix: <n>...
Page 907 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Value> *RST: 150 ns Example: TRIG:SOUR IFP Sets the IF power trigger source. TRIG:IFP:HOLD 200 ns Sets the holding time to 200 ns. Manual operation: "Trigger Holdoff" on page 273 TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:IFPower:HYSTeresis <Value>...
Page 908 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <TriggerLevel> Range: 0.5 V to 3.5 V *RST: 1.4 V Example: TRIG:LEV 2V TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:LEVel:IFPower <TriggerLevel> This command defines the power level at the third intermediate frequency that must be exceeded to cause a trigger event. Note that any RF attenuation or preamplification is considered when the trigger level is analyzed.
Page 909 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:SLOPe <Type> This command selects the slope of the trigger signal. The selected trigger slope applies to all trigger signal sources. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <Type> POSitive | NEGative *RST: POSitive...
Page 910 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Source> IMMediate Free Run EXTern External trigger IFPower Power trigger at the second intermediate frequency RFPower Power trigger at the first intermediate frequency GP0 | GP1 | GP2 | GP3 | GP4 | GP5...
Page 911 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands LVDS pin SDATA4_P - Reserve2 SDATA0_P - Marker1 SDATA4_P - Marker2 TRIGger<n>[:SEQuence]:TIME:RINTerval <Interval> This command sets the repetition interval for the time trigger source. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <Interval> 2.0 ms to 5000...
Page 912 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands 1...4 Power sensor index Parameters: <Unit> DBM | WATT | W *RST: Example: UNIT:PMET:POW DBM Usage: SCPI confirmed Mode: Manual operation: "Unit / Scale" on page 548 UNIT<n>:PMETer:POWer:RATio <Unit> This command selects the unit for relative power sensor measurement for the selected sensor.
Page 913 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands 4.2.3.22 Formats for Returned Values: ASCII Format and Binary Format ASCII Format (FORMat ASCII) The command reads out a list of comma separated values (CSV) of the measured val- ues in floating point format.
Page 914 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands 1 byte <Value> Data values, each one is a 4-byte floating point value Example: #(1677721600)<value 1><value 2> ... <value 419430400> (1677721600): 1677721600 Bytes of following data; float: 4 Bytes / value ==>...
Page 915 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ......................915 CALibration:ABORt ......................915 CALibration[:ALL]? .......................915 CALibration:RESult? ......................916 CALibration:STATe CALibration:ABORt This command aborts the current calibration routine. Example: CAL:ABORt Aborts calibration. Usage: Event SCPI confirmed CALibration[:ALL]? This command initiates a calibration routine and queries if calibration was successful.
Page 916 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: CAL:RES? would return, e.g. Total Calibration Status: PASSED, Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 12/07/2004, Time: 16:24:54,Runtime: 00.06 Usage: Query only Manual operation: "Show Align Results" on page 177 CALibration:STATe <State> This command includes or excludes calibration data in the actual measurement.
Page 917 Possible frequencies of the calibration signal are fix. If you define a frequency that is not available, the R&S FSVA/FSV uses the next available frequency. Example: a frequency of 20 MHz is rounded up to the next available fre- quency (21.33 MHz).
Page 918 Parameters: <Frequency> 2 MHz | 4 MHz | 8 MHz | 16 MHz If you define a frequency that is not available, the R&S FSVA/FSV uses the next available frequency. *RST: 16 MHz Example: DIAG:SERV:INP:PULS:WBFR 8 MHz Defines a calibration signal frequency of 8 MHz.
Page 919 FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands This function is only available for R&S FSVA instruments. It is independant of the bandwidth extension option R&S FSV-B160. Before you can use the command, you have to define the use of a calibration signal with on page 919.
Page 920 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DIAGnostic<n>:SERVice:NSOurce <State> This command switches the 28 V supply of the noise source on the front panel on or off. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: DIAG:SERV:NSO ON Manual operation: "Noise Source"...
Page 921 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DIAGnostic<n>:SERVice:SFUNction:RESults:DELete This command deletes the results of the most recent service function you have used. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Example: DIAG:SERV:SFUN:RES:DEL Usage: Event DIAGnostic<n>:SERVice:SFUNction:RESults:SAVE <FileName> This command saves the results of the most recent service function you have used in a file.
Page 922 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DIAGnostic<n>:SERVice:VERSinfo? This command queries information about the hardware and software components. Suffix: <n> irrelevant Return values: <Information> String containing the version of hardware and software compo- nents including the types of licenses for installed firmware options.
Page 923 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands 4.2.4.3 DISPlay Subsystem The DISPLay subsystem controls the selection and presentation of textual and graphic information as well as of measurement data on the display. Some applications offer up to four measurement windows. For those, the suffix <1….
Page 924 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Setting> 1 | 2 Default settings DEFault1 and DEFault2 Example: DISP:CMAP:DEF2 Selects default setting 2 for setting the colors. Usage: Event SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "Select Screen Color Set" on page 188 "Set to Default"...
Page 925 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Color> BLACk | BLUE | BROWn | GREen | CYAN | RED | MAGenta | YELLow | WHITe | DGRAy | LGRAy | LBLUe | LGREen | LCYan | LRED | LMAGenta...
Page 926 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DISPlay:SBAR[:STATe] <State> This command turns the status bar in the display on and off. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: DISP:SBAR OFF Manual operation: "Status Bar" on page 187 DISPlay:SKEYs[:STATe] <State>...
Page 927 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands DISPlay:TOUChscreen:STATe <State> This command turns the touch screen functionality on, off, or partially on. Parameters: <State> ON | OFF | FRAMe Touch screen function is active for entire screen Touch screen is deactivated for entire screen...
Page 928 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix: <n> irrelevant Parameters: <State> ON | OFF *RST: Example: DISP:TIME ON Manual operation: "Screen Title (On/Off)" on page 187 "Time+Date (On/Off)" on page 187 DISPlay[:WINDow<n>]:TIME:FORMat <Format> This command selects the time and date display format.
Page 929 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Suffix Description CMAP12 Limit Lines CMAP13 Limit and Margin Check – "Pass" CMAP14 Limit and Margin Check – "Fail" CMAP15 *) Softkey Text CMAP16 *) Softkey Background CMAP17 *) Selected Field Text...
Page 930 This command selects the data format for the data transmitted from the R&S FSVA/FSV to the controlling computer. It is used for the transmission of trace data. The data format of trace data received by the instrument is automatically recog- nized, regardless of the format which is programmed.
Page 931 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: HCOP:ABOR Usage: Event SCPI confirmed HCOPy:CMAP<item>:DEFault <ColorSet> This command defines the color scheme for print jobs. Suffix: <item> Selects the item for which the color scheme is to be defined.
Page 932 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: hue | sat | lum tint saturation brightness The value range is 0 to 1 for all parameters. Example: HCOP:CMAP2:HSL 0.3,0.8,1.0 Changes the grid color Usage: SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "Select Object"...
Page 933 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Medium> 'MMEM' Sends the hardcopy to a file. You can select the file name with MMEMory:NAME You can select the file format with HCOPy:DEVice: LANGuage<1|2>. 'SYST:COMM:PRIN' Sends the hardcopy to the printer.
Page 934 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Format> Graphics Device Interface: Default format for the output to a printer configured under Win- dows. Must be selected for the output to the printer interface. Can be used for the output to a file. The printer driver configured under Windows is used in this case and a printer-specific file for- mat is thus generated.
Page 935 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands If you are printing to a file, the file name depends on MMEMory:NAME. This command adds a consecutive number to the file name. The suffix <1|2> selects the printing device. Example: HCOP:DEV:LANG BMP Selects the data format.
Page 936 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: HCOP:ITEM:WIND:TEXT 'comment' Manual operation: "Comment" on page 213 HCOPy:PAGE:ORIentation<1|2> <Orientation> The command selects the format of the printout. The command is only available if the output device is a printer (see HCOPy: on page 932).
Page 937 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands "`". Reserved file names are CLOCK$, CON, AUX, COM1 to COM4, LPT1 to LPT3, NUL and PRN. The two characters "*" and "?" have the function of so-called "wildcards", i.e., they are variables for selection of several files.
Page 938 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Query parameters: <Path> <path> DOS Path name The path name should be conform to DOS conventions and may also include the drive name. According to DOS convention, wild- card characters can be entered in order to query e.g. a list of all files of a certain type.
Page 939 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Example: MMEM:CAT:LONG? 'C:\R_S\Instr\user Returns all files in C:\R_S\Instr\user: 1776,3331993600, "autolog.txt,ASC,1520", "autologin.reg,BIN,144", "no_autologin.reg,BIN, 112" Query for the current directory: MMEM:CDIR? Response: C:\R_S\Instr\user MMEM:CAT:LONG? Returns all files in C:\R_S\Instr\user. Usage: Query only SCPI confirmed MMEMory:CDIRectory <Directory>...
Page 940 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <FileName> 1,<file_name> with <file_name> = DOS file name without extension The file name includes indication of the path and may also include the drive. The path name complies with DOS conven- tions.
Page 941 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands MMEMory:DATA <FileName>, [<Block>] This command writes the block data contained in <block> into the file characterized by <file_name>. The delimiter must be set to EOI to obtain error-free data transfer. The associated query command reads the indicated file from the mass memory and transfers it to the remote control computer.
Page 942 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands MMEMory:LOAD:AUTO <Mode> This command defines which settings file is automatically loaded after the device is switched on. The contents of the file are read after switching on the device and used to define the new device state.
Page 943 The path name complies with DOS con- ventions. Example: MMEM:SEL:ALL //Save all items (User Settings, All Traces, All Limit Lines) from the R&S FSVA/FSV. MMEM:LOAD:STAT 1,'C:\R_S\Instr\user\TEST01' //Reloads all items In the "Recall" dialog, select only "User Settings" and "All Limit Lines".
Page 944 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <FileSource>,<FileDestination> <file_source>,<file_destination> = <file_name> = DOS file name The file name includes indication of the path and may also include the drive. The path name complies with DOS conven- tions.
Page 945 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands MMEMory:NETWork:DISConnect <Drive> This command disconnects the selected drive. Parameters: <Drive> Example: MMEM:NETW:DISC 'T:' Disconnects network drive T: Usage: Event Manual operation: "Disconnect Network Drive" on page 203 MMEMory:NETWork:MAP <Drive>, <HostName> [, <UserName>, <Password>][, <Reconnect>]...
Page 946 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Map Network Drive" on page 203 MMEMory:NETWork:USEDdrives? <ResultType> This command lists all mapped network drives. Query parameters: <ResultType> Lists all mapped network drives including the folder information. Lists all mapped network drive names.
Page 947 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands MMEMory:SELect[:ITEM]:HWSettings <State> This command includes the hardware settings in the settings file to be stored/loaded. The hardware settings include: ● current configuration of general device parameters (general setup) ● current setting of the measurement hardware including markers ●...
Page 948 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <boolean> ON | OFF *RST: Example: MEM:SEL:SGR ON Adds the spectrogram data to the list of data subsets. Mode: SPECM MMEMory:SELect[:ITEM]:TRACe[:ACTive] <State> This command includes the active traces in the settings file to be stored/loaded. Active traces are all traces whose state is not blank.
Page 949 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Usage: Event SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "Save File / Recall File" on page 198 MMEMory:STORe<n>:STATe:NEXT This command stores the current device settings in a *.dfl file. The file name used in the last saving process is automatically counted up to the next unused name.
Page 950 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands 4.2.4.8 OUTPut Subsystem (Option Additional Interfaces, B5) The OUTPut subsystem controls the output features of the instrument...................... 950 OUTPut:IF[:SOURce] ......................950 OUTPut:TRIGger OUTPut:IF[:SOURce] <Source> This command selects the source of the IF output.
Page 951 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ..........951 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:ADJust:RLEVel[:STATe] ..............951 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:COMMent ................952 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:DATA ..............952 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:DELete ..............952 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:SCALing ..............953 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:SELect ..............953 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer[:STATe] .................953 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:UNIT ................ 954 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:VIEW [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:ADJust:RLEVel[:STATe] <State> This command turns automatic adjustment of the reference level regarding the trans- ducer factor characteristics on and off.
Page 952 "Delete" on page 176 [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:SCALing <Scale> This command selects the scale of the transducer factor. Before you can use the command, you have to select a transducer factor with on page 953R&S FSVA/FSV. [SENSe:]CORRection:TRANsducer:SELect Parameters: <Scale> LINear | LOGarithmic *RST: LINear Operating Manual 1176.7510.02 ─...
Page 953 This command creates or selects a transducer factor. Parameters: <FileName> String containing the name of the transducer factor. If the name does not exist yet, the R&S FSVA/FSV creates a transducer factor by that name. Example: CORR:TRAN:SEL 'Transducer 1' Selects the corresponding transducer factor.
Page 954 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Unit> String containing one of the following units: DB | DBM | DBMV | DBUV | DBUV/M | DBUA DBUA/M | DBPW | DBPT *RST: Example: CORR:TRAN:SEL 'FACTOR' CORR:TRAN:UNIT 'DBUV' Selects a transducer based on the unit dBµV.
Page 955 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands [SENSe:]ROSCillator:SOURce <Source> This command selects the reference oscillator. If the external reference oscillator is selected, the reference signal must be connected to the rear panel of the instrument. Parameters: <Source> INTernal...
Page 956 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: 1 (CPU) Example: SOUR:TEMP:APR? 1 Queries the temperature of the CPU sensor. Mode: SOURce:EXTernal Subsystem The SOURce:EXTernal subsystem controls the operation of the unit with option Exter- nal Generator Control (R&S FSV-B10). The commands are only valid for the selected window.
Page 957 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ................... 957 STATus:OPERation[:EVENt] ..................957 STATus:OPERation:CONDition ................... 957 STATus:OPERation:ENABle ..................957 STATus:OPERation:PTRansition ..................958 STATus:OPERation:NTRansition ......................958 STATus:PRESet ...................958 STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition ..................959 STATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]? ..................959 STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle .................959 STATus:QUEStionable:PTRansition ................959 STATus:QUEStionable:NTRansition ....................960 STATus:QUEue[:NEXT?]? STATus:OPERation[:EVENt] This command queries the contents of the EVENt part of the STATus:OPERation reg- ister.
Page 958 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: 0 to 65535 Example: STAT:OPER:PTR 65535 Usage: SCPI confirmed Mode: STATus:OPERation:NTRansition This command sets the edge detectors of all bits of the STATus:OPERation register from 1 to 0 for the transitions of the CONDition bit.
Page 959 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands STATus:QUEStionable[:EVENt]? This command queries the contents of the EVENt part of the STATus:QUEStionable register. The EVENt part indicates whether an event has occurred since the last read- ing, it is the "memory" of the condition part. It only indicates events passed on by the transition filters.
Page 960 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands STATus:QUEue[:NEXT?]? This command queries the earliest error queue entry and deletes it. Positive error numbers indicate device-specific errors, negative error numbers are error messages defined by SCPI. If the error queue is empty, the error number 0, "No error", is returned.
Page 961 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ....................971 SYSTem:PSA:WIDeband ......................971 SYSTem:REBoot ................... 971 SYSTem:REVision:FACTory ....................972 SYSTem:REVision[:STRing] .......................972 SYSTem:RSW ......................972 SYSTem:SHUTdown .......................972 SYSTem:TIME ....................... 973 SYSTem:TWALking ....................... 973 SYSTem:VERSion? SYSTem:APPLication:SRECovery[:STATe] <State> Controls instrument behavior when switching between measurement applications, e.g.
Page 962 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Address> 0 to 30 *RST: (no influence on this parameter, factory default 20) Example: SYST:COMM:GPIB:ADDR 18 Usage: SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "GPIB Address" on page 180 SYSTem:COMMunicate:GPIB[:SELF]:RTERminator <Terminator> This command changes the GPIB receive terminator.
Page 963 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SYSTem:COMMunicate:PRINter:ENUMerate[:NEXT]? This command queries the name of the next printer installed under Windows operating system. After all available printer names have been output, an empty string enclosed by quotation marks (") is output for the next query. Further queries are answered by a query error.
Page 964 1980 to 2099, 1 to 12, 1 to 31 Example: SYST:DATE 2000,6,1 Usage: SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "Time+Date" on page 184 SYSTem:DID? SYSTem:DEVice:ID? Returns the unique ID of the R&S FSVA/FSV instrument. Example: SYST:DEV:ID? 1307.9002K07-100123-aZ Usage: Query only SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "Versions+Options" on page 190 SYSTem:DISPlay:FPANel <State>...
Page 965 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SYSTem:DISPlay:LANGuage <Language> Changes the language of the graphical user interface (softkeys, dialog boxes, input settings etc.) to the selected language, if any other than the default are installed. Parameters: <Language> string containing the ISO language code...
Page 966 R&S FSVA/FSV. Parameters: FSL | LEGacy | NEW LEGacy Format is compatible to the R&S FSP/FSU/FSQ family R&S FSVA/FSV format Format is compatible to the R&S FSL family *RST: not reset! Example: SYST:FORM:IDEN LEG Adapts the return value of *IDN? to the R&S FSP/FSU/FSQ fam-...
Page 967 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SYSTem:HPCoupling <CouplingType> Controls the default coupling ratios in the HP emulation mode for: ● span and resolution bandwidth (Span/RBW) and ● resolution bandwidth and video bandwidth (RBW/VBW) For FSP (=FSV), the standard parameter coupling of the instrument is used. As a result, in most cases a shorter sweeptime is used than in case of HP.
Page 968 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "ID String User" on page 180 SYSTem:IFGain:MODE <Mode> Configures the internal IF gain settings in HP emulation mode due to the application needs. This setting is only taken into account for resolution bandwidth < 300 kHz and is only available if a HP language is selected using SYSTem:LANGuage.
Page 969 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Parameters: <Language> "SCPI" | "8560E" | "8561E" | "8562E" | "8563E" | "8564E" | "8565E" | "8566A" | "8566B" | "8568A" | "8568A_DC" | "8568B" | "8568B_DC" | "8591E" | "8594E" | "71100C" | "71200C" | "71209A"...
Page 970 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Manual operation: "Description" on page 179 SYSTem:LXI:PASSword <Password> This command shows or changes the LXI password. Only user accounts with administrator rights are able to use LXI functionality. Parameters: <Password> <password>...
Page 971 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SYSTem:PSA:WIDeband <State> This command defines which option is returned when the *OPT? query is executed, depending on the state of the wideband option. It is only available for PSA89600 emulation. Parameters: <State>...
Page 972 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands SYSTem:REVision[:STRing] <Name> Sets the response to the REV? queryto the defined string (HP emulation only, see Chapter 4.2.5, "GPIB Commands of HP Models 856xE, 8566A/B, 8568A/B and 8594E", on page 974).
Page 973 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Only user accounts with administrator rights are able to set the time. Parameters: <Time> 0 to 23, 0 to 59, 0 to 59 Example: SYST:TIME 12,30,30 Usage: SCPI confirmed Manual operation: "Time+Date"...
Page 974 SCPI confirmed 4.2.5 GPIB Commands of HP Models 856xE, 8566A/B, 8568A/B and 8594E The R&S FSVA/FSV analyzer family supports a subset of the GPIB commands of HP models 8560E, 8561E, 8562E, 8563E, 8564E, 8565E, 8566A, 8566B, 8568A, 8568B and 8594E.
Page 975 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands ID command ("Identification String" setting). Thus, any device model whose command set is compatible with one of the supported device models can be emulated. Supported languages Language Comment SCPI 71100C Compatible to 8566A/B...
Page 976 Command Set of Models 8560E, 8561E, 8562E, 8563E, 8564E, 8565E, 8566A/B, 8568A/B, 8591E, 8594E, 71100C, 71200C, and 71209A As with the original units, the R&S FSVA/FSV includes the command set of the A mod- els in the command set of the B models.
Page 977 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models ABORT Stop previous function HP 856xE/ available ABORT HP 8566B/HP 8568B/HP 8594E HP 8566B/ available HP 8568B/ HP 8594E ADJALL ADJALL Adjust all...
Page 978 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models ANNOT ANNOT ON|OFF Annotation HP 856xE/ available ANNOT 1|0 HP 8566B/ ANNOT? HP 8568B/ HP 8594E Trace A + B -> Trace A...
Page 979 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Transfer Trace B -> C HP 856xE/ available HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E Exchange Trace B and HP 856xE/ available HP 8566B/...
Page 980 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Clear all status bits HP 856xE/ available HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E CONTS CONTS HP 856xE/ available HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E...
Page 981 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models DET POS|SMP|NEG Detector HP 856xE/ available DET? HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E ONEOS | TRMATH | available DISPOSE ONSWP | ALL | <numeric_value>...
Page 982 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models ERR 250 cal level error Now some FSx errors HP8568A not yet availa- are mapped to HP HP856xE ERR 300 LO unlock errors.
Page 983 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models FREF FREF INT|EXT Reference Frequency HP 856xE/ available HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E Full Span HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A FUNCDEF Define Function Function...
Page 984 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Identify HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A/ HP 856xE/ HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E INZ 75 Input Impedance HP 856xE/ available INZ 50...
Page 985 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Video Averaging on HP 8566A/ available KSG ON HP 8568A KSG <numeric_value> Video Averaging Off HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A Marker to Next Peak...
Page 986 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Sample Detection HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A CRT beam off available CRT beam on available View Trace C HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A...
Page 987 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models LIMISAV save limit line HP 856xE available LIMITEST limit line test HP 856xE available LIML lower limit line value HP 856xE available LIMM...
Page 988 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Marker Count on HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A Measurement data size HP 8566B available MEAS Measurement status HP 856xE available Marker Frequency HP 8566A/...
Page 989 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models MKDR? Delta Marker reverse available query MKF <numeric_value> Set Marker Frequency HP 856xE/ available HZ|KHZ|MHZ|GHZ HP 8566B/ MKF? HP 8568B/ HP 8594E MKFC...
Page 990 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models MKPK MKPK Marker Search HP 856xE/ available MKPK HI HP 8566B/ MKPK NH HP 8568B/ MKPK NR HP 8594E MKPK NL MKPT MKPT...
Page 991 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models MKTYPE MKTYPE AMP Marker type HP 856xE/ available MK TYPE? HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E Mixer level HP 856xE available MOV TRA|TRB|TRC,...
Page 992 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Output All HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A OL <80 characters> Output Learn String HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A Output Trace Annota- HP 8566A/...
Page 993 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models PH_RMS Requests the rms phase HP 856xE available noise PH_RMSFT Updates internal fre- HP 856xE available quency variables PH_RMSX Calculates the rms HP 856xE...
Page 994 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Set Status Bit Enable HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A Set Status Bit Enable HP 8566A/ available HP 8568A RB <numeric_value> Resolution Bandwidth HP 856xE/...
Page 995 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models RCLOSCAL RCLOSCAL Recall Open/Short Aver- HP 856xE/ not available HP 8594E RCLTHRU RCLTHRU Recall Thru HP 856xE/ not available HP 8594E RLPOS Reference Level Position HP 856xE/...
Page 996 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models SQUELCH Squelch HP 856xE/ available SQUELCH <numeric_value> HP 8566B/ DM | DB HP 8568B/ SQUELCH UP|DN HP 8594E SQUELCH ON|OFF SP <numeric_value> Span...
Page 997 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models Status byte query HP 856xE/ available HP 8566B/ HP 8568B/ HP 8594E STOREOPEN STOREOPEN Store Open HP 856xE/ not available HP 8594E STORESHORT...
Page 998 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models TACL TACL? Returns instantaneous not available measurement results. See TRACe<trace #>:IMMediate:LEVel? for full description. TBCL TBCL? TCCL TCCL? TACR TACR? Returns instantaneous not available measurement results.
Page 999 ® Remote Control R&S FSVA/FSV Remote Control – Commands Command Supported subset Function Corresp. HP- Status Models TRA B Transfer A HP 856xE/ available TRA A HP 8566B/ TRA I HP 8568B/ HP 8594E TRB B Transfer B HP 856xE/...
Page 1000 <ETX> = 3 Command sections given in [ ] are optional. The R&S FSVA/FSV GPIB hardware differs from that used in the HP analyzers. There- fore, the following constraint exists: <LF>| <EOI> are still used as delimiters since the GPIB hardware is able to identify them.

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