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Summary of Contents for ROHDE & GRAHL R&S ZPH Series
- Page 1 ® R&S Cable Rider ZPH Handheld Cable and Antenna Analyzer Getting Started (=E9\2) 1321094402 Version 12...
- Page 2 ® This document describes the following R&S Cable Rider ZPH models with firm- ware version 1.90 and higher: ● R&S ® ZPH (1321.1211.02) ● R&S ® ZPH (1321.1211.12) ● R&S ® ZPH (1321.1211.52, equivalent to 1321.1211.02) © 2022 Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG Muehldorfstr.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
® Contents R&S Cable Rider ZPH Contents 1 Safety information..............5 2 Korea certification class B............6 3 Documentation overview............7 3.1 Manuals....................7 3.2 Data sheet....................8 3.3 Calibration certificate................8 3.4 Release notes, open source acknowledgment........8 3.5 Application notes, application cards, videos........8 4 Welcome to the R&S Cable Rider ZPH........ - Page 4 ® Contents R&S Cable Rider ZPH 6.6 Display overview.................26 7 Contacting customer support..........28 Index..................29 Getting Started 1321.0944.02 ─ 12...
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Page 5: Safety Information
® Safety information R&S Cable Rider ZPH Safety information The product documentation helps you use the R&S Cable Rider ZPH safely and efficiently. Follow the instructions provided here and in the printed "Basic Safety Instructions". Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other users. Intended use The R&S Cable Rider ZPH is intended for the development, production and verifi- cation of electronic components and devices in industrial, administrative, and lab-... -
Page 6: Korea Certification Class B
® Korea certification class B R&S Cable Rider ZPH Korea certification class B 이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파 적합기기로서 주로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으 로 하며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다. Getting Started 1321.0944.02 ─ 12... -
Page 7: Documentation Overview
® Documentation overview R&S Cable Rider ZPH Manuals Documentation overview This section provides an overview of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH user documenta- tion. Manuals You find the documents on the R&S Cable Rider ZPH product page at: http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/zph Getting started manual Introduces the R&S Cable Rider ZPH and describes how to set up and start work- ing with the product. -
Page 8: Data Sheet
® Documentation overview R&S Cable Rider ZPH Application notes, application cards, videos available for registered users on the global Rohde & Schwarz information system (GLORIS, https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com). Data sheet The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH. It also lists the options and their order numbers as well as optional accessories. -
Page 9: Welcome To The R&S Cable Rider Zph
® Welcome to the R&S Cable Rider ZPH R&S Cable Rider ZPH Welcome to the R&S Cable Rider ZPH The R&S Cable Rider ZPH is a new generation Rohde & Schwarz cable and antenna analyzer developed to meet demanding customer requirements. Offering touchscreen input, the analyzer enhances user experience in making measure- ments fast and easy. -
Page 10: Preparing For Use
® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation Preparing for use Putting into operation This chapter describes the basic steps to be taken when setting up the R&S Cable Rider ZPH for the first time. Risk of injury due to disregarding safety information Observe the information on appropriate operating conditions provided in the data sheet to prevent personal injury or damage to the instrument. -
Page 11: Unpacking And Checking The Instrument
® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation Risk of instrument damage during operation An unsuitable operating site or test setup can cause damage to the instru- ment and to connected devices. Ensure the following operating conditions before you switch on the instrument: ●... -
Page 12: Accessory List
® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation Risk of damage during transportation and shipment Insufficient protection against mechanical and electrostatic effects during transportation and shipment can damage the instrument. ● Always make sure that sufficient mechanical and electrostatic protection is provided. - Page 13 ® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation When laid out horizontally for operation from above, the R&S Cable Rider ZPH is tilted slightly due to the micro-stand at the back. This position provides the opti- mum viewing angle for the display. To allow easy operation from the front and still be able to read the display, you can swing out the support on the back of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH.
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Page 14: Using The Ac Adapter
® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation 5.1.4 Using the AC adapter Risk of instrument damage To avoid instrument damage: ● Only use the power supply (R&S HA-Z301, order number 1321.1386.02) included in the delivery. ● Make sure that the AC supply voltage is compatible to the voltage speci- fied on the power supply unit. -
Page 15: Battery Operation
® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation 5.1.5 Battery operation The R&S Cable Rider ZPH has a smart battery indicator which displays the bat- tery charging status on the [Power] key as well as the battery icon shown at the top right corner of the display screen. - Page 16 ® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation Battery dispatched during delivery is not fully charged, for battery operation you have to charge it first. To charge the battery, connect the charger to AC power adapter included in the delivery.
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Page 17: Battery Maintenance
® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Putting into operation 5.1.6 Battery maintenance The R&S Cable Rider ZPH comes with a lithium-ion battery. In general, these bat- teries are easy to handle. When you handle the battery, follow the instruction mentioned in the safety instructions and in the following chapters. -
Page 18: Switching The Instrument On And Off
® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Switching the instrument on and off – The maximum consumption of electronic devices – The self-discharge of the battery - the higher the state of charge, the higher the rate of self-discharge ●... - Page 19 ® Preparing for use R&S Cable Rider ZPH Switching the instrument on and off Risk of losing data If a running instrument (without battery) is disconnected directly from the power cord, the instrument loses its current settings. Furthermore, program data may be lost. Press [Power] key first to shut down the application properly.
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Page 20: Instrument Tour
® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Front view Instrument tour This chapter describes the instrument in different views. Front view Power meter input / RF input BNC connector for model .12 Headphone jack for model .12 USB ports Signal source output / Reflection (N-connector) Touch-sensitive screen area 7 = Softkey labels (on display) 8 = Softkey... -
Page 21: Top View
® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Top view 19 = Screenshot key 20 = LAN and mini USB port (behind protective cap) 21 = Micro-SD card slot (not visible as it is located behind the battery compartment) For a description of the keys, see "Front Panel Keys" in the R&S Cable Rider ZPH user manual. - Page 22 ® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Top view For model .12, the RF input allows a maximum power of 20 dBm (or 100 mW) at the RF input port. The R&S Cable Rider ZPH may be loaded with up to 30 dBm (or 1 W) for up to three minutes.
- Page 23 ® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Top view When the BNC connector is configured as an internal DC bias port, the BNC con- nector provides direct current output. Active equipment under test can be sup- plied with power via the bias port. Risk of instrument damage To avoid damage to the tracking generator output, never apply currents greater than 600 mA or voltages greater than 20 V to the BNC connectors if...
- Page 24 ® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Top view Risk of DUT damage The R&S Cable Rider ZPH displays a signal source indicator on the title bar. When the indicator shows a full green circle, signal source is present on the RF out connector. To prevent damage on DUT, it is important to consider maximum input power on DUT before connection.
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Page 25: Left View
® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Right view Left view 1 = DC input 2 = Kensington lock slot DC input The R&S Cable Rider ZPH is supplied with power by the AC/DC transformer power supply via the DC connector. You can also use the DC connector to charge the battery. -
Page 26: Rear View
® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Display overview USB type B connector (mini USB) Mini USB connector to connect a computer for remote control of the instrument and transfer data in both directions. Rear view The micro-SD card slot is located behind the battery compartment of the R&S Cable Rider ZPH. - Page 27 ® Instrument tour R&S Cable Rider ZPH Display overview Figure 6-1: Display overview 1 = Title bar 2 = Measurement result view 3 = Measurement trace window 4 = Parameter view 5 = Softkey functions Risk of touchscreen damage during operation ●...
- Page 28 ® Contacting customer support R&S Cable Rider ZPH 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 &...
- Page 29 ® Index R&S Cable Rider ZPH Index AC adapter ..........14 Safety information ........5 Application cards ........8 Safety instructions ........7 Application notes ........8 Switching on and off the instrument ..18 Battery insertion ........12 Unpacking and checking the instrument ..11 Battery maintenance .......
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