R&S NRP18S Series User Manual page 24

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R&S NRP18S-xx
1 = Signal source
2 = Attenuator
3 = R&S NRP18S-xx power sensor
4 = Host interface connector
5 = R&S NRP‑ZKU cable
6 = USB connector
7 = Computer with installed R&S NRPV
Incorrectly connecting/disconnecting the R&S NRP18S-xx power sensors can damage
the power sensors or lead to erroneous results.
Ensure that you connect/disconnect your power sensor as described in
"Preparing for
Starting a measurement
1. Connect the power sensor to the computer as shown in
For a detailed description, refer to
on page 12.
2. Start the R&S NRPV.
3. Execute zeroing:
Note: Turn off all measurement signals before zeroing. An active measurement
signal during zeroing causes an error.
a) Switch off the measurement signal.
b) Select "Zero > Select > A" (channel short name).
4. Switch on the test signal of the signal source.
5. To start a continuous measurement, select "Measure > Continuous".
The "Continuous" measurement window appears. It shows the measurement
results numerically, and the control panel for accessing further dialogs with param-
eters for measurement, evaluation and display.
User Manual 1178.3686.02 ─ 05
Use", on page 9.
Zeroing takes several seconds. During zeroing, a message shows the pro-
gress. After completion, the message reports either success or an error ("Suc-
cess" / "Failed").
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Chapter 3.6.1.1, "Simple USB
Operating Concepts
R&S NRPV
Chapter 3,
5-1.
Connection",
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