® Contents R&S Contents 1 Safety and regulatory information........5 1.1 Safety Instructions................5 1.2 Labels on the product................8 1.3 Warning messages in the documentation.......... 8 1.4 Korea certification class B..............9 2 Documentation overview............ 10 2.1 Getting started manual...............10 2.2 User manual..................10 2.3 Instrument security procedures............
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® Contents R&S 4.7.2 Optional interface for R&S NRT-Z sensors (R&S NRX-B9)....19 4.7.3 LAN interface..................20 4.7.4 USB 2.0 host interfaces................ 21 4.8 Connecting USB and external devices..........21 4.9 Switching on or off................21 5 Instrument tour..............23 5.1 Front panel tour..................
® Safety and regulatory information R&S Safety Instructions Safety and regulatory information The product documentation helps you use the product safely and efficiently. Fol- low the instructions provided here and in the following chapters. Intended use Combined with the supported R&S power sensors, the R&S NRX base unit is intended for power measurements in development and production.
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® Safety and regulatory information R&S Safety Instructions Use the product only for its intended use and within its performance limits. Inten- ded use and limits are described in the product documentation such as the data sheet, manuals and the printed "Safety Instructions". If you are unsure about the appropriate use, contact Rohde &...
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® Safety and regulatory information R&S Safety Instructions If stacking is possible, keep in mind that a stack of products can fall over and cause injury. If you mount products in a rack, ensure that the rack has sufficient load capacity and stability.
® Safety and regulatory information R&S Warning messages in the documentation Meaning of safety labels Safety labels on the product warn against potential hazards. Potential hazard Read the product documentation to avoid personal injury or product damage. Electrical hazard Indicates live parts. Risk of electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death. Hot surface Do not touch.
® Safety and regulatory information R&S Korea certification class B CAUTION Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided. NOTICE Potential risks of damage. Could result in damage to the supported product or to other property. Korea certification class B 이...
® Documentation overview R&S Printed safety instructions Documentation overview This section provides an overview of the R&S NRX user documentation. Unless specified otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S NRX product page at: www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/NRX Getting started manual Introduces the R&S NRX and describes how to set up and start working with the product.
® Documentation overview R&S Release notes and open source acknowledgment (OSA) Data sheets and brochures The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S NRX. It also lists the firmware applications and their order numbers, and optional accessories. The brochure provides an overview of the instrument and deals with the specific characteristics.
® Key features R&S Key features The R&S NRX supports: ● Easy RF power measurements ● Multi-channel measurements ● RF pulse analysis ● System integration The R&S NRX is a versatile, user-friendly base unit. ● Straightforward numerical and graphical display of measured values, plus intuitive operation with touchscreen-based graphical user interface ●...
® Preparing for use R&S Unpacking and checking Preparing for use Here, you can find basic information about setting up the product for the first time. ● Lifting and carrying..................13 ● Unpacking and checking................. 13 ● Choosing the operating site................14 ●...
® Preparing for use R&S Setting up the product Choosing the operating site Specific operating conditions ensure proper operation and avoid damage to the product and connected devices. For information on environmental conditions such as ambient temperature and humidity, see the data sheet. See also "Choosing the operating site"...
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® Preparing for use R&S Setting up the product To place the product on a bench top 1. Place the product on a stable, flat and level surface. Ensure that the surface can support the weight of the product. For information on the weight, see the data sheet.
® Preparing for use R&S Considerations for test setup ● Do not place the product next to heat-generating equipment such as radia- tors or other products. 4.4.2 Mounting the product in a rack To prepare the rack 1. Observe the requirements and instructions in "Setting up the product"...
® Preparing for use R&S Connecting to power To suppress electromagnetic radiation during operation: ● Use high-quality shielded cables, for example, double-shielded RF and LAN cables. ● Always terminate open cable ends. ● Ensure that connected external devices comply with EMC regulations. ●...
® Preparing for use R&S Connecting power sensors Connecting power sensors The R&S NRX supports a wide range of R&S power sensors. See the data sheet for detailed information. Depending on the power sensor, you have different choices for connecting power sensors.
® Preparing for use R&S Connecting power sensors b) Tighten the union nut manually. 2. 8-pin male connector of R&S NRP‑ZK8: a) Insert this connector into one of the sensor ports of the R&S NRX. 3. Connect the RF connector of the R&S power sensor to the signal source. For details, see the user manual of the R&S power sensor.
® Preparing for use R&S Connecting power sensors 4 = port 2 (RF connector) 5 = load 6 = host interface connector To connect the R&S NRT‑Zxx directional power sensor Connect the R&S NRT‑Zxx directional power sensor between source and load of your test setup as follows.
® Preparing for use R&S Switching on or off 4.7.4 USB 2.0 host interfaces Chapter 5.1.5, "USB host interface", on page 27 and Chapter 5.2.4, "USB host interface", on page 29. Suitable for USB power sensors. You can increase the number of connected power sensors by using USB hubs.
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® Preparing for use R&S Switching on or off 2. Press the [standby] key. The LED changes to green. The product boots. If the previous session ended regularly, the product uses the settings from the last session. 3. If you want to return to a defined initial state, perform a preset. To shut down the product The product is in the ready state.
® Instrument tour R&S Front panel tour Instrument tour The meanings of the labels on the product are described in Chapter 1.2, "Labels on the product", on page 8. ● Front panel tour....................23 ● Rear panel tour....................28 Front panel tour Figure 5-1: Front panel of the R&S NRX = Module bay for optional connectors, see Chapter 5.1.2, "Module...
® Instrument tour R&S Front panel tour Sensor connectors A and B are used to connect the R&S NRP power sensors and the R&S NRQ6. For details on the supported power sensors, see the data sheet. The complete functional range, including external trigger and reference clock for the synchronization of connected sensors, is provided by these connectors.
® Instrument tour R&S Front panel tour To exchange the option 1. Press the latch to the right, using your thumb nail or a small pen. 2. Pull the option from its casing. 3. Insert the other option. 4. Press until you hear a click when the latch locks. Further information: ●...
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® Instrument tour R&S Front panel tour [Esc] / Local If you press shortly: ● Changes to the next-higher hierarchy level. ● Escapes from the entry mode in text boxes and lists. ● Closes dialogs without losing any entries that have been made. ●...
® Instrument tour R&S Front panel tour [Zero] Pressing [Zero] opens the "Zeroing Sensors" dialog. If you press [Zero] again, "Zero All Sensors" starts. Also displays status information: ● Zeroing status ● Sensor status [System] Opens the "System Overview" dialog. Cursor keys See (5) in Figure...
® Instrument tour R&S Rear panel tour Further information: ● Chapter 5.2.5, "AC supply and power switch", on page 29 ● Chapter 4.9, "Switching on or off", on page 21 Rear panel tour Figure 5-2: Rear panel of the R&S NRX 1 = Sensor connectors C and D (optional), used to connect R&S power sensors, see Chap- ter 5.2.8, "Sensor connectors C and...
® Instrument tour R&S Rear panel tour the measured value (e.g. for level regulation) or a digital signal for limit monitor- ing. The Trig In / Out 2 BNC connectors can be used either as an external trigger input with a switchable impedance (10 kΩ or 50 Ω) or as a second analog output. By default, both connectors are disabled.
® Instrument tour R&S Rear panel tour 5.2.6 IEC 625/IEEE 488 interface See (6) in Figure 5-2. Requires GPIB/IEEE488 interface (R&S NRX-B8). IEC bus (IEEE 488) interface for remote control of the R&S NRX. Used to con- nect a controller to remote control the R&S NRX. Use a shielded cable for the connection.
® Instrument tour R&S Rear panel tour The name plate also shows the parts of the default hostname. The default host- name consists of <type>-<serial number>. For the R&S NRX with the name plate shown in Figure 5-3, the default hostname NRX-100758 5.2.8 Sensor connectors C and D...
® Contacting customer support R&S 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 Index Symbols Front panel keys ........25 1 Trig key ..........26 Getting started ......... 10 AC power supply ........29 Connecting to ........17 Hardware option ........24 Help ............10 Hostname Bench top operation ........ 14 Default ..........
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® Index R&S On/standby key ........27 Zero key ..........27 Open source acknowledgment (OSA) ..11 Operating conditions ....... 14 Operating site .......... 14 Out 1 / Trig Out connector ....... 28 Power supply Connecting to ........17 Preparing for use ........13 Preset key ..........
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