R&S ZPH Getting Started

R&S ZPH Getting Started

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Cable Rider ZPH
Handheld Cable and
Antenna Analyzer
Getting Started
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1321094402

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  • Page 1 ® R&S Cable Rider ZPH Handheld Cable and Antenna Analyzer Getting Started (=E9\2) 1321094402...
  • Page 2 The software contained in this product uses several valuable open source software packages. For infor- mation, see the "Open Source Acknowledgment" document, which is available for download from the R&S Cable Rider ZPH product page at http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/zph.html > "Downloads" > "Firm- ware".
  • Page 3 Safety Instructions Instrucciones de seguridad Sicherheitshinweise Consignes de sécurité Risk of injury and instrument damage The instrument must be used in an appropriate manner to prevent electric shock, fire, personal injury or instrument damage. Do not open the instrument casing. ●...
  • Page 4 Gefahr von Verletzungen und Schäden am Gerät Betreiben Sie das Gerät immer ordnungsgemäß, um elektrischen Schlag, Brand, Verletzungen von Personen oder Geräteschäden zu verhindern. Öffnen Sie das Gerätegehäuse nicht. ● Lesen und beachten Sie die "Grundlegenden Sicherheitshinweise", die als ● gedruckte Broschüre dem Gerät beiliegen.
  • Page 5 Safety instructions for rechargeable lithium ion batteries Risk of serious personal injury or even death. You must fully observe the following instructions in order to avoid serious personal injury ‒ or even death ‒ due to an explosion and/or fire. 1.
  • Page 6 Instrucciones de seguridad para baterías recargables de ión litio Posibilidad de lesiones graves que en determinadas circunstancias puede causar la muerte. Tenga en cuenta los siguientes avisos en caso de explosión y/o incendio para impedir lesiones graves en personas que, en determinadas circunstancias, podrían incluso causar la muerte.
  • Page 7 Sicherheitshinweise für wiederaufladbare Li-Ion-Batterien Mögliche schwere Verletzungen, unter Umständen mit Todesfolge. Beachten Sie die folgenden Hinweise vollständig, um schwere Verletzungen von Personen - unter Umständen mit Todesfolge - durch Explosion und/oder Brand zu verhindern. 1. Batterien nicht zerlegen, öffnen, zerkleinern oder aus großer Höhe fallen lassen. Bei mechanischer Beschädigung besteht die Gefahr des Austritts von Chemikalien.
  • Page 8 Consignes de sécurité pour batteries rechargeables lithium-ion Risque de blessures graves pouvant entraîner la mort. Respecter intégralement les consignes ci-dessous afin d'éliminer tout risque de blessures graves voire mortelles par suite d'explosion et/ou d'incendie. 1. Ne pas démonter, ouvrir ou découper les batteries ni les faire tomber d'une hauteur importante.
  • Page 9 Customer Support Technical support – where and when you need it For quick, expert help with any Rohde & Schwarz equipment, contact one of our Customer Support Centers. A team of highly qualified engineers provides telephone support and will work with you to find a solution to your query on any aspect of the operation, programming or applications of Rohde &...
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    1.2 Conventions Used in the Documentation...........6 1.2.1 Typographical Conventions..............7 1.2.2 Conventions for Procedure Descriptions..........7 1.2.3 Other Conventions.................. 7 2 Welcome to the R&S Cable Rider ZPH........ 8 3 Preparing for Use..............9 3.1 Putting into Operation................9 3.1.1 Unpacking and Checking the Instrument..........11 3.1.2 Accessory List..................
  • Page 11 ® Contents R&S Cable Rider ZPH Getting Started 1321.0944.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 12: Preface

    > "Downloads" Getting started manual Introduces the R&S Cable Rider ZPH and describes how to set up and start work- ing with the product. A printed version is included in the delivery. User manual The user manual contains the description of all instrument modes and functions.
  • Page 13: Conventions Used In The Documentation

    The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH. It also lists the options and their order numbers as well as optional accessories. The brochure provides an overview of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH and shows its specific characteristics.
  • Page 14: Typographical Conventions

    ® Preface R&S Cable Rider ZPH Conventions Used in the Documentation 1.2.1 Typographical Conventions The following text markers are used throughout this documentation: Convention Description "Graphical user interface elements" All names of graphical user interface elements on the screen, such as dialog boxes, menus, options, buttons, and softkeys are enclosed by quotation marks.
  • Page 15: Welcome To The R&S Cable Rider Zph

    Cable Rider ZPH Welcome to the R&S Cable Rider ZPH The R&S Cable Rider ZPH is a new generation Rohde & Schwarz cable and antenna analyzer developed to meet demanding customer requirements. Offering touchscreen input, the analyzer enhances user experience in making measure- ments fast and easy.
  • Page 16: Preparing For Use

    Putting into Operation This chapter describes the basic steps to be taken when setting up the R&S Cable Rider ZPH 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 17 ® Preparing for Use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into Operation Risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage to the electronic compo- nents of the instrument and the device under test (DUT). ESD is most likely to occur when you connect or disconnect a DUT or test fixture to the instru- ment's test ports.
  • Page 18: Unpacking And Checking The Instrument

    Putting into Operation 3.1.1 Unpacking and Checking the Instrument Unpack the R&S Cable Rider ZPH carefully and check the contents of the pack- age. ● Check the equipment for completeness using the delivery note and the acces- sory lists for the various items.
  • Page 19: Setting Up The R&S Cable Rider Zph

    R&S Cable Rider ZPH. Before you turn on the R&S Cable Rider ZPH, you should insert the lithium ion battery included in the delivery into the battery compartment located at the back of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH.
  • Page 20: Using The Ac Adapter

    3. Insert the battery into the R&S Cable Rider ZPH. 4. Close the cover and screw back the thumb screws. You can operate the R&S Cable Rider ZPH with the AC adapter or the battery. Both are included in the delivery.
  • Page 21: Battery Operation

    The voltage range of the AC power supply is 100 V to 240 V AC. After the R&S Cable Rider ZPH is connected to the power supply, you can turn it on with the [Power] key on the front panel.
  • Page 22 Putting into Operation Figure 3-2: Battery charging and discharging process Charging time is about three hours when the R&S Cable Rider ZPH is in inactive mode (i.e. R&S Cable Rider ZPH is switched off). If the instrument is in active mode (i.e.
  • Page 23: Battery Maintenance

    3 = Power supply unit R&S HA-Z301 or car adapter R&S HA-Z302 Risk of traffic accidents, physical injury and property damage ● Turn off the R&S Cable Rider ZPH while driving or while the engine is ● Operation of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH via the cigarette lighter socket while driving or while the engine on is prohibited.
  • Page 24 ® Preparing for Use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into Operation ● The battery contains an electronic device for protection against deep dis- charge, overcharge and short-circuiting between the terminals. – If you cannot discharge the battery, it may be deep discharged. Charge the battery for 0.5 hours and check again.
  • Page 25: Switching The Instrument On And Off

    13. ► Press the [Power] key to switch on the instrument. During booting, the R&S Cable Rider ZPH displays a splash screen to indicate the operable frequency range of the instrument. Depending on the frequency upgrade option installed, the respective splash screen is loaded.
  • Page 26 ® Preparing for Use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Switching the Instrument On and Off Table 3-1: Summary of LED indication on POWER key LED indication on [Power] Descriptions Green LED Instrument is in operation mode. Blue LED Instrument is in switch off mode with a fully charged battery.
  • Page 27: Instrument Tour

    ® Instrument Tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Front View Instrument Tour This chapter describes the instrument in different views. Front View Power meter input / RF Input BNC connector for model .12 Headphone jack for model .12 USB ports Signal source output / Reflection (N-connector)
  • Page 28: Top View

    21 = Micro-SD card slot (not visible as it is located behind the battery compartment) For a description of the keys, see R&S Cable Rider ZPH user manual. Instrument damage caused by cleaning agents Cleaning agents contain substances that may damage the instrument. For example, cleaning agents that contain a solvent may damage the front panel labeling, plastic parts, or the display.
  • Page 29 For model .12, the RF input allows a maximum power of 20 dBm (or 100 mW) at the RF input port. The R&S Cable Rider ZPH may be loaded with up to 30 dBm (or 1W) for up to three minutes. If you apply 1 W for a longer period, the R&S Cable Rider ZPH maybe destroyed.
  • Page 30 ® Instrument Tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Top View When the BNC connector is configured as an internal DC bias port, the BNC con- nector provides direct current output. Active equipment under test can be sup- plied with power via the bias port.
  • Page 31: Left View

    1 = DC input 2 = Kensington lock slot DC input The R&S Cable Rider ZPH is supplied with power by the AC/DC transformer power supply via the DC connector. You can also use the DC connector to charge the battery.
  • Page 32: Right View

    R&S Cable Rider ZPH Right View Kensington lock slot A Kensington lock can be anchored to the R&S Cable Rider ZPH housing to secure it to a workstation mechanically. Right View 1 = Min USB port 2 = LAN port...
  • Page 33: Rear View

    The display area has a touch-sensitive screen, the touch functionality can be turned on or off in the instrument setup menu. For information of the display areas and touchscreen gestures, see the R&S Cable Rider ZPH user manual. Getting Started 1321.0944.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 34 ® Instrument Tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Display Overview 1 = Title bar 2 = Measurement result view 3 = Measurement trace window 4 = Parameter view Risk of touchscreen damage during operation ● Never touch the screen with ball point pens or other pointed objects with sharp edges.
  • Page 35: Index

    ® Index R&S Cable Rider ZPH Index AC adapter ..........13 White papers ..........6 Application cards ........6 Application notes ........6 Battery insertion ........12 Battery maintenance ....... 16 Battery operation Battery (car adapter) ......14 Battery (charging) ....... 14 Battery (external charger) ....

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