4.2 Connecting with External Power Supply.......... 12 4.3 Charging the Batteries............... 13 4.4 Connecting R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S TSMA6/6B......14 4.5 Connecting R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S TSME6 and R&S TSMExxDC ......................17 4.6 Connecting the R&S TSMA6-BP with Multiple Devices....19 4.7 Disconnecting the R&S TSMA6-BP from R&S TSMx Devices..
R&S TSMA6-BP Safety Information The product documentation helps you use the R&S TSMA6-BP safely and effi- ciently. Follow the instructions provided here and in the printed "Basic Safety Instructions". Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other users.
Getting Started Manual Introduces the R&S TSMA6-BP and describes how to set up and start working with the product. Includes basic operations, typical measurement examples, and general information, e.g. safety instructions, etc. A printed version is delivered with the instrument.
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® Documentation Overview R&S TSMA6-BP Data Sheets and Brochures www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/tsmx Getting Started 4900.9030.02 ─ 06...
Key Features R&S TSMA6-BP Key Features The R&S TSMA6-BP enhances the R&S TSMA6/6B device to a portable mea- surement solution based on a battery powered system. Key Features ● Power supply for R&S TSMA6/6B in portable applications ● Power supply for up to 4 additional devices (mobile network scanner R&S TSME6 resp.
® Preparing for Use R&S TSMA6-BP Unpacking the Instrument Preparing for Use Risk of injury and instrument damage The instrument must be used in an appropriate manner to prevent electric shock, fire, personal injury, or damage. ● Do not open the instrument casing.
The batteries are premounted with max. 30% of charge. NOTE: Before first usage, the batteries must be fully charged in the R&S TSMA6-BP or with an external charger. ● Battery for R&S TSMA6-BP (R&S MNT_BP89WH, R&S No. 1321.3772.00) Getting Started 4900.9030.02 ─ 06...
Figure 4-1: R&S MNT-BP89WH 4.1.2 Standard Accessory The following items are included with shipment of the R&S TSMA6-BP: ● DC power cable with a cigarette lighter adapter ● 4 x collar screws M2.5 for connecting R&S TSMA6/6B resp. R&S TSME6 / TSMExxDC ●...
® Preparing for Use R&S TSMA6-BP Connecting with External Power Supply ● Collar screws (as a spare part) (R&S No. 4900.0804.00) To power TSMEx devices (scanner, downconverter), the following accessory cables are necessary. ● R&S TSMA6-BPPT (single TSMEx power cable, R&S No. 4900.1730.02) ●...
TSME6 reps. R&S TSMExxDC). For charging the batteries, users have two possibilities: In-bay charging in the R&S TSMA6-BP Insert the batterie(s) in the correct way (charge indicator facing up). Take care of the nut in the battery and the pin inside the battery bay (see Chapter 6.6, "Battery...
Chapter 4.2, "Connecting with External Power Supply", on page 12). To connect the R&S TSMA6/6B with the R&S TSMA6-BP, the following steps must be performed. 1. Remove the cover cap from the docking connector of the R&S TSMA6/6B. Getting Started 4900.9030.02 ─ 06...
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Preparing for Use R&S TSMA6-BP Connecting R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S TSMA6/6B 2. Screw the collar screws on the top of the R&S TSMA6-BP with a Torx 8 screw driver. ● Torque: 0.66 Nm ± 0.05 Nm Figure 4-4: Collar screws 1 = Collar screws 3.
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Preparing for Use R&S TSMA6-BP Connecting R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S TSMA6/6B Figure 4-5: Aligning R&S TSMA6-BP and R&S TSMA6/6B 1 = R&S TSMA6-BP 2 = Collar screws 3 = R&S TSMA6/6B 4 = Snap in holes on the bottom pane of R&S TSMA6/6B 4.
® Preparing for Use R&S TSMA6-BP Connecting R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S TSME6 and R&S TSMExxDC Figure 4-6: Connected R&S TSMA6B and R&S TSMA6-BP 1 = Attach R&S TSMA6/6B to R&S TSMA6-BP 2 = Move R&S TSMA6/6B to the rear side 3 = Power connection established (docking connector is snapped in) Connecting R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S TSME6...
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R&S TSMA6-BP Connecting R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S TSME6 and R&S TSMExxDC 1. Screw the collar screws (1) on the top of the R&S TSMA6-BP with a Torx 8 screw driver. ● Torque: 0.66 Nm ± 0.05 Nm 1 = Collar screws for connecting R&S TSME6 2 = Aux 1 / Aux 2 (auxiliary power out for connecting R&S TSME6/TSMExxDC via power...
R&S TSME6 User Manual and the R&S TSMExxDC Getting Started. The R&S TSMA6-BP can be connected with several devices at the same time. In the following, examples for such multiple device combinations are shown. The connection of up to 4 R&S TSME6/TMSExxDC devices is possible.
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TSMA6-BP Connecting the R&S TSMA6-BP with Multiple Devices 4 collar screws are part of the standard accessory of the R&S TSMA6-BP. Additional collar screws are part of the R&S TSME6/TSMExxDC accessory or can be ordered as spare parts (R&S no. 4900.0804.00).
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Additional collar screws are part of the R&S TSME6/TSMExxDC accessory or can be ordered as spare parts (R&S no. 4900.0804.00). 1. Screw the collar screws on the top of the R&S TSMA6-BP with a Torx 8 screw driver. ● Torque: 0.66 Nm ± 0.05 Nm...
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1 = 8 x Collar screws (R&S No.4900.0804.00) 2. Align the collar screws with the snap-in holes on the bottom of the R&S TSME6 and R&S TSMExxDC and press these devices down. Figure 4-12: Aligning R&S TSMA6-BP, R&S TSME6 and R&S TSMExxDC Getting Started 4900.9030.02 ─ 06...
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AUX1 / AUX2 to the DC IN socket of the devices (see Figure 4-13). Setup with TSMA6-BP + 2 x TSME6 + TSMExxDC Figure 4-13: TSMA6-BP + 2 x TSME6 + TSMExxDC To connect 3 and 4 R&S TSME6/TSMExxDC devices, proceed as follows.
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R&S TSMA6-BP Connecting the R&S TSMA6-BP with Multiple Devices Figure 4-14: Aligning R&S TSMA6-BP, 2x R&S TSME6 and R&S TSMExxDC 1 = Collar screws 3. Align the collars with the snap-in holes on the bottom of the additional devices and press these devices down.
Figure 4-16: TSMA6-BP + TSMA6/6B + TSME6 + TSMExxDC Disconnecting the R&S TSMA6-BP from R&S TSMx Devices To disconnect the R&S TSMA6-BP and R&S TSMx devices (TSMA6/6B, TSME6, TSMExxDC), proceed as follows. 1. Power off all connected R&S TSMx devices.
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Preparing for Use R&S TSMA6-BP Disconnecting the R&S TSMA6-BP from R&S TSMx Devices 5. Only for R&S TSMA6/6B: Lift the release button (1) on both sides of the R&S TSMA6/6B and slide it in direction (2) until the device is released.
TSMA6-BP Rear Panel View Instrument Tour Front Panel View The front panel of the R&S TSMA6-BP does not provide any connectors or con- trol elements for operation. Figure 5-1: R&S TSMA6-BP - Front panel Rear Panel View The following figure provides an overview of the control elements and the connec- tors on the rear panel of the instrument.
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32. DC IN connector The DC IN connector is used to supply the R&S TSMA6-BP with DC power. A wide DC input range 11 V to 28 V is supported. Max. input current is 12 A. DC Output / Control R&S TSMA6/6B (docking connector) The docking connector is used for the power connection of a R&S TSMA6/6B...
Operation Modes Operation For portable operation powered from the batteries, it is recommended to use the R&S TSMA6-BP always with 2 batteries in the bay. The batteries should have a comparable charging state as they are discharged simultaneously. ● Operation Modes.....................29...
TSMA6/6B is provided. In standalone mode, there is no possibility to power off the output voltages of the R&S TSMA6-BP. To power on a R&S TSMA6-BP from standby mode again, following options are available: ● R&S TSMA6/6B connected: Press the power button the R&S TSMA6/6B.
Battery Charge Display Figure 6-1: R&S TSMA6-BP with R&S BP89WH batteries (R&S No.1321.3772.00) 1 = Charging state display (only for R&S TSMA6-BP and R&S BP89WH batteries) MNT-BP89WH: The discharge status is visible via the battery internal display without removing the batteries (see Figure 6-1).
Monitoring Battery Charge State 6.5.2 Rear Panel LEDs Figure 6-2: R&S TSMA6-BP - status LEDs 1 = Status LED for battery 1 2 = Status LED for battery 2 Table 6-1: LED states and their meaning (LED 1 and LED 2) in standalone mode (no R&S TSMA6/6B connected resp.
® Operation R&S TSMA6-BP Battery Exchange - Hot Swapping Table 6-2: LED states and their meaning (LED 1 and LED 2) in host-controlled mode (R&S TSMA6/6B connected and switched on) Mode Color State Comment No battery Battery 1/2 not present...
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® Operation R&S TSMA6-BP Battery Exchange - Hot Swapping The batteries are both discharged evenly. Therefore it is recommended to replace always both batteries. In case of a hot-swap, do not exchange the batteries simultaneously but one after the other.
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Operation R&S TSMA6-BP Battery Exchange - Hot Swapping 4. Close the lid(s) until it clicks into place. NOTE: The R&S TSMA6-BP may be used only with closed battery lids. 5. Repeat step 1 step 4 for battery bay 2. Getting Started 4900.9030.02 ─ 06...
® Contacting Customer Support R&S TSMA6-BP Contacting Customer Support Technical support – where and when you need it For quick, expert help with any Rohde & Schwarz product, contact our customer support center. A team of highly qualified engineers provides support and works with you to find a solution to your query on any aspect of the operation, program- ming or applications of Rohde &...
® Index R&S TSMA6-BP Index Brochures ..........6 Customer support ........36 Data sheets ..........6 Getting started ........... 6 Hot swap ..........33 LED display ..........31 LED states host-controlled mode ......33 standalone mode ........ 32 Operation mode Standalone ..........29...
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