Rohde & Schwarz OSP220 Getting Started

Rohde & Schwarz OSP220 Getting Started

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Getting Started
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  • Page 1 ® R&S Open Switch and Control Platform Getting Started (;ÜÕA2) 1178711702 Version 06...
  • Page 2 This document describes the following R&S OSP base units with firmware ver- sion 2.10 and later: ● R&S ® OSP220 Base Unit 2HU without Touchscreen (order no. 1528.3105.02) ● R&S ® OSP230 Base Unit 2HU with Touchscreen (order no. 1528.3105.03) ● R&S ®...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® Contents R&S Contents 1 Safety and Regulatory Information........5 1.1 Korea Certification Class B..............5 1.2 Safety Instructions................6 1.3 Labels on the Product................8 1.4 Warning Messages in the Documentation..........9 1.5 Restrictions on Opening a Switch Unit..........9 1.6 Safety Considerations for SSRs............10 2 Key Features................
  • Page 4 ® Contents R&S 4.7 Connecting to Power................20 4.8 Connecting to LAN................20 4.9 Connecting Monitor, Mouse and Keyboard........21 4.10 Connecting RF Cables................21 4.11 Connecting Control Cables..............22 4.12 Switching On or Off................22 4.13 Checking the Installed Modules............24 4.14 Configuring the Initial Instrument Settings........
  • Page 5: Safety And Regulatory Information

    ® Safety and Regulatory Information R&S Korea Certification Class B Safety and Regulatory Information The product documentation helps you use the product safely and efficiently. Fol- low the instructions provided here and in the Chapter 1.2, "Safety Instructions", on page 6. Intended use The R&S OSP is designated for switching and control applications, including RF switching, in industrial, administrative, and laboratory environments.
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    ® Safety and Regulatory Information R&S Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Products from the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies are manufactured according to the highest technical standards. To use the products safely, follow the instructions provided here and in the product documentation. Keep the prod- uct documentation nearby and offer it to other users.
  • Page 7 ® Safety and Regulatory Information R&S Safety Instructions Setting up the product Always place the product on a stable, flat and level surface with the bottom of the product facing down. If the product is designed for different positions, secure the product so that it cannot fall over.
  • Page 8: Labels On The Product

    ® Safety and Regulatory Information R&S Labels on the Product ● If the product needs an external power supply, use the power supply that is delivered with the product or that is recommended in the product documenta- tion or a power supply that conforms to the country-specific regulations. ●...
  • Page 9: Warning Messages In The Documentation

    ® Safety and Regulatory Information R&S Restrictions on Opening a Switch Unit Table 1-1: Labels regarding product and environment safety Potential hazard Read the product documentation to avoid personal injury or product damage. China RoHS certification, certifies compliance with the Chinese government's regula- tion on the restriction of hazardous substances (RoHS).
  • Page 10: Safety Considerations For Ssrs

    ® Safety and Regulatory Information R&S Safety Considerations for SSRs Safety Considerations for SSRs Risk of injury and damage due to inappropriate SSR usage At power loss, solid-state relays (SSRs) have no defined switching state. Hence, other than an electromechanical monostable relay, if there is a malfunction (for example, missing supply voltage), typically the SSR ports go to a high-impedance state.
  • Page 11: Key Features

    Scenarios range from desktop configurations for laboratory measurements to complex, rack-integrated test systems. The R&S OSP220/230/320 described in this manual are the second generation of switch units from Rohde & Schwarz, replacing the R&S OSP120/130/150. Outstanding key features are: ●...
  • Page 12: Documentation Overview

    ® Documentation Overview R&S Data Sheets and Brochures Documentation Overview This section provides an overview of the R&S OSP user documentation. Unless specified otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S OSP product page at: www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/osp-n Getting Started Manual Introduces the R&S OSP and describes how to set up and start working with it. Includes, e.g., basic operations and safety instructions.
  • Page 13: Service Manual

    ® Documentation Overview R&S Tutorials Service Manual Describes handling failed modules, module replacement, troubleshooting and special remote control commands for service purposes. The document also con- tains spare part lists and mechanical drawings. The service manual ("Classified Service Document") is available for Rohde & Schwarz personnel, only. Printed Safety Instructions Provides safety information in many languages.
  • Page 14: Preparing For Use

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Lifting and Carrying Preparing for Use Here, you can find basic information about setting up the instrument for the first time. ● Lifting and Carrying..................14 ● Unpacking and Checking................15 ● Choosing the Operating Site................
  • Page 15: Unpacking And Checking

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Choosing the Operating Site Unpacking and Checking 1. Unpack the product carefully. 2. Retain the original packing material. Use it when transporting or shipping the product later. 3. Using the delivery notes, check the equipment for completeness. 4.
  • Page 16: Setting Up The Product

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Setting Up the Product Setting Up the Product See also "Intended use" on page 5 and "Setting up the product" on page 7. 4.4.1 Placing the Product on a Bench Top To place the product on a bench top 1.
  • Page 17 1. Use an adapter kit to prepare the product for rack mounting. a) Order the rack adapter kit designed for the product: ● For 2 HU (R&S OSP220 and R&S OSP230), use R&S ZZA-KNA21 (order no. 1177.8026.00) ● For 3 HU (R&S OSP320), use R&S ZZA-KNA31 (order no.
  • Page 18: Accessory List

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Considerations for Test Setups To unmount the product from a rack 1. Loosen the screws at the rack brackets. 2. Remove the product from the rack. 3. If placing the product on a bench top again, unmount the adapter kit from the product.
  • Page 19 ® Preparing for Use R&S Considerations for Test Setups ► NOTICE! Risk of electrostatic discharge. Electrostatic discharge can damage the electronic components of the product and the device under test (DUT). Ground yourself to prevent electrostatic discharge damage: a) Use a wrist strap and cord to connect yourself to ground. b) Use a conductive floor mat and heel strap combination.
  • Page 20: Connecting To Power

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Connecting to LAN Connecting to Power The switch unit is equipped with an AC power supply connector and can be used with different AC voltages. The R&S OSP adapts itself automatically to the volt- age. Refer to the data sheet for the voltage and frequency requirements. The AC power connector is on the rear panel of the switch unit.
  • Page 21: Connecting Monitor, Mouse And Keyboard

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Connecting RF Cables Connecting Monitor, Mouse and Keyboard The HDMI and USB connectors for an external monitor, a mouse and a keyboard are on the front panel of the R&S OSP, shown in Figure 6-4. For connecting these devices, refer to the user manual.
  • Page 22: Connecting Control Cables

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Switching On or Off ● 90 N·cm for PC connectors (3.5 mm / 2.92 mm / 2.4 mm / 1.85 mm, air- filled) Rohde & Schwarz offers torque wrenches for various connectors. For ordering information, also refer to the application note 1MA99 7.
  • Page 23 ® Preparing for Use R&S Switching On or Off To switch on the R&S OSP The product is off but connected to power. ► Set the AC power switch on the rear panel to position [I]. The instrument is supplied with AC power. After booting, the instrument is ready for operation.
  • Page 24: Checking The Installed Modules

    R&S OSP loads the previously set path while booting. The switch unit acti- vates this path when the startup procedure is completed. Display timeout The OLED status display of a switch unit R&S OSP220 or R&S OSP320 serves for showing you the network connection. The LAN connection is set typically at power-up.
  • Page 25: Configuring The Initial Instrument Settings

    ® Preparing for Use R&S Configuring the Initial Instrument Settings Figure 4-2: The module operation dialog, here with a single switch unit and 5 modules The information in this dialog is updated during the booting process, when the R&S OSP automatically detects the installed modules. 4.14 Configuring the Initial Instrument Settings After startup, the switch unit is fully configured automatically, and ready for use.
  • Page 26: Instrument Tour

    The front panel of the R&S OSP220 features 3 module slots, a monochrome non- touch status display, a power switch and various connectors. The R&S OSP220 occupies 2 height units (2HU) in a standard 19" rack. You can insert 1-slot, 2-slot or 3-slot modules into the 3 front slots: Figure 5-1: Front view of the R&S OSP220 (2HU)
  • Page 27 ® Instrument Tour R&S Front Panel View The R&S OSP230 occupies 2 height units (2HU) in a standard 19" rack. You can insert two 1-slot modules or one 2-slot module into the 2 front slots: Figure 5-2: Front view of the R&S OSP230 (2HU) FS01 = Front slot 01, here with a blind plate FS02 = Front slot 02, here with a 1-slot switch module Disp.
  • Page 28 ® Instrument Tour R&S Front Panel View FS01 to FS03 = Front slots 01 to 03, here each with a 1-slot switch module FS04 + FS05 = Front slot 04 and 05, here with mounted touchscreen display module F Int = Front interfaces and status display (OLED, 128 x 64 pixels), see Figure 6-4 The dedicated touchscreen display module R&S OSP-B300M shown in...
  • Page 29 ® Instrument Tour R&S Front Panel View For example, you can use the satellite unit inside a shielded chamber for EMC tests that do not tolerate electrical wiring. In this scenario, use the satellite with local battery power supply, and control the switch modules fitted in the unit via a fiber-optic link.
  • Page 30: Rear Panel View

    5.2.1 Rear Panel of the R&S OSP220 The rear panel of the R&S OSP220 features 3 module slots, an on/off switch, fuses, power supply connector, LAN and USB connectors and a micro SD card slot. You can insert 1-slot, 2-slot or 3-slot modules into the 3 rear slots:...
  • Page 31 ® Instrument Tour R&S Rear Panel View Figure 5-7: Rear view of the R&S OSP220 (2HU) R Int = Rear interfaces, see Figure 6-4 RS01 to RS03 = Rear slots 01 to 03, here each with a blind plate 5.2.2 Rear Panel of the R&S OSP230...
  • Page 32 ® Instrument Tour R&S Rear Panel View Figure 5-9: Rear view of the R&S OSP320 (3HU) R Int = Rear interfaces, see Figure 6-4, with an additional D-Sub 9 trigger connector RS01 to RS05 = Rear slots 01 to 05, here each with a 1-slot switch module You cannot insert any modules into the R&S OSP320 that are designed as 2-slot or 3-slot modules for a switch unit with 2 height units (2HU, see above).
  • Page 33 ® Instrument Tour R&S Rear Panel View Figure 5-10: Rear view of the R&S OSP-B200S2 (2HU) 1 = DC power supply connector 2 = Fiber-optic link (FOL) connector for optical remote control 3 = Wired link connector for electrical remote control 4 = Status LEDs for indicating [Power] and [Overheat] 5 = Status LED for indicating [Link / Busy] 5.2.4.1...
  • Page 34: Trying Out The Switch Unit

    ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S Manual and Remote Modes of Operation Trying Out the Switch Unit This chapter introduces the most important basic operations and settings of the R&S OSP step by step. For a complete overview, see the user manual 12).
  • Page 35 Refer to the user manual for more information, also regarding the combination of several switch units in "Interconnection" mode. Note that the legacy software R&S OSP Panel is not compatible with the switch units R&S OSP220, R&S OSP230 and R&S OSP320. 6.1.3 Remote Operation by SCPI Commands You can control the R&S OSP by SCPI commands sent from a remote computer...
  • Page 36: User Interface And Functional Elements

    See also "Display timeout" on page 24. ual. You cannot operate the switch units R&S OSP220 ‒ and the R&S OSP320 with- out display module R&S OSP-B300M ‒ by their status displays. To operate these Getting Started 1178.7117.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 37 ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S User Interface and Functional Elements switch units without the graphical user interface of a built-in full touchscreen dis- play, use one of the following alternatives: ● As on the right-hand side in Figure 6-1, connect an external monitor to the HDMI connector on the unit's front panel (labeled 5 in Figure...
  • Page 38 ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S User Interface and Functional Elements If you connect an external monitor to the HDMI connector (5), use a monitor that is compatible with this port’s DVI signal. This signal is configured for the touchscreen's resolution of 800 x 480 pixels.
  • Page 39: Main Action Buttons

    ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S Main Action Buttons Figure 6-6: Main elements of the graphical user interface (GUI) 1 = Main menu 2 = Module operation 3 = Path switching 4 = Device configuration 5 = Context menu, always used together with one of the menu buttons above 6 = Status bar with varying elements, see Chapter 6.4 The main GUI elements listed above are briefly described in...
  • Page 40: Elements Of The Status Bar

    ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S Manual Module Operation: Switching / Selecting Context Menu The "Context Menu" button calls specific functionality for any of the menu items shown above and listed as (1) to (4) in Figure 6-6. Hence, this button is always used together with one of the other buttons.
  • Page 41 ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S Manual Module Operation: Switching / Selecting Table 6-1: Left overview: list of modules in virtual mode. / Right: interaction dialog of one module in physical mode. If you see the interaction dialog of one switch module (as in the right pic- ture above), click the "Module Operation"...
  • Page 42 ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S Manual Module Operation: Switching / Selecting For switching relays, output channels or other switchable items, the "Selection" button (orange, described below) must not be active. 6.5.2 Selection Mode Allows selecting relays and output channels. The "Selection"...
  • Page 43: Contacting Customer Support

    ® Trying Out the Switch Unit R&S Contacting Customer Support In a full-screen window of your web browser, the module interaction dialog can display several modules at the same time: Figure 6-9: Full-screen representation of several modules in a browser window On the contrary, to reproduce the original size of the touchscreen display, set your browser window to 800 ×...

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