R&S NRP18S Series User Manual page 28

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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 Power Viewer
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 cables as shown in
For a detailed description, refer to
on page 12.
2. Start the R&S Power Viewer.
3. Execute zeroing:
Note: Turn off all measurement power signals before zeroing. An active measure-
ment signal during zeroing causes an error.
a) Switch off the measurement signal.
b) Select "Sensor > Zero (Signal off) ".
4. Switch on the test signal of the signal source.
5. For a continuous average measurement, select "Measurement > Continuous".
The "Continuous" measurement window appears. It shows the measurement
results numerically and some parameters that can be configured.
6. To start the measurement press "Measurement > Start".
The measurement result is shown in the "Continuous" measurement window.
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Figure 5-2.
Chapter 3.6.1.1, "Simple USB
Operating Concepts
R&S Power Viewer
Chapter 3,
Connection",
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