Connecting To Rf - R&S SMM100A Getting Started

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R&S SMM100A
When connected, the R&S SMM100A detects the mouse automatically.
To connect power sensors
You can connect power sensors of the R&S NRP families to any of the USB con-
nectors.
See chapter "Using Power Sensors" in the user manual.
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Connecting to RF

The connector is located on the
If you have the instrument equipped with an option for rear panel connectors, the
RF output connector is on the rear panel.
To prepare for connecting to "RF"
1. NOTICE! Damaged or not clean connections can lead to RF insertion loss
and mismatch, and even premature wear of the connectors.
Before connecting to the port, inspect the RF connector visually to check that
it is clean, undamaged and mechanically compatible.
See the application note
tain the RF port, to minimize measurement deviations and ensure its longevity.
2. NOTICE! Risk of instrument damage. Excessive reverse power or DC voltage
at the RF connector can damage the instrument.
Make sure that the values do not exceed the reverse power and DC limits as
given in the data sheet.
3. If the R&S SMM100A is switched on, deactivate the RF output, before con-
necting an RF cable to the RF connector.
In the block diagram, select the block "RF" > "RF Level" > "RF ON > Off".
4. Use a high-quality RF cable that matches the RF connector type.
See "Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)"
To connect to non-screwable connectors (BNC)
► To connect the RF cable with the "RF" connector, proceed as follows:
a) Carefully align the connector of the cable and the "RF" connector along a
common axis.
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front panel.
1MA99 for information on how to handle and main-
Preparing for Use
Connecting to RF
on page 16.
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