3.4 Charging the batteries for the first time........... 13 4 Instrument tour..............14 4.1 Front panel view..................14 4.2 Rear panel view...................14 5 Connecting R&S TSMA6/6B with R&S TSMA6B-BP-BP...17 6 Operating the battery pack..........20 6.1 Standalone operation................. 20 Manual 4900.9099.02 ─ 02...
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® Contents R&S TSMA6B-BP 6.2 Host-controlled operation..............20 6.3 Power states..................21 6.3.1 Enabling auto power................21 6.3.2 Standby / power On/Off.................21 6.4 Monitoring the battery charge status..........22 6.4.1 Checking the charge status of the individual battery......22 6.4.2 Rear panel LEDs in standalone operation..........23 6.4.3 Rear Panel LEDs in host-controlled operation........24...
Intended use The R&S TSMA6B-BP is intended to enhance the R&S TSMx scanner family via a vibration-proof mechanical connection to allow mobile operation. It contains two easily accessible, rechargeable and hot-swappable batteries.
Figure 1-1: Disposal information in line with EU battery directive Labels on the product Labels on the casing inform about: ● Product and environment safety, see Table 1-1 ● Identification of the product, see bottom label of the R&S TSMA6B-BP. Manual 4900.9099.02 ─ 02...
® Safety and regulatory information R&S TSMA6B-BP Warning messages in the documentation Table 1-1: Labels regarding product and environment safety Labeling in line with EN 50419 for disposal of electrical and electronic equipment after the product has come to the end of its service life. For more information, see "Dispos-...
The printed document is delivered with the product. 2.1.3 Data sheets and brochures The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S TSMA6B-BP. It also lists optional accessories. The brochure provides an overview of the product and deals with the specific characteristics.
R&S TSMA6B-BP Key features Key features The R&S TSMA6B-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 and R&S TSME30DC and R&S TSME44DC downconverter)
Connecting to a vehicle DC power supply via cigarette lighter The R&S TSMA6B-BP is delivered with a 12 V DC power supply cable with a cig- arette lighter connector. 1. Check the rating of the vehicle DC power supply. It has to be 12 V.
® Preparing for use R&S TSMA6B-BP Connecting to power 3. Connect the cigarette lighter adapter to the 12 V outlet of the vehicle. 3.2.2 Connecting to the vehicle power supply via terminal To connect vehicle power supply via terminal 1. Demount the cigarette lighter adapter from the cable.
NOTE: Use only the battery type R&SMNT-BP99WH (order no. 3660.9109.02) 3. Close the lid until it clicks into place. NOTE: The R&S TSMA6B-BP may be used only with closed battery lids. 4. Repeat the steps step 1...
® Preparing for use R&S TSMA6B-BP Charging the batteries for the first time Charging the batteries for the first time The batteries are shipped separately with max. 30 % of charge. Before first usage, the batteries must be fully charged in the R&S TSMA6B- BP or with an external charger.
6. Front panel view The front panel of the R&S TSMA6B-BP does not provide any connectors or con- trol elements for operation. Figure 4-1: R&S TSMA6B-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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23. DC IN connector The DC IN connector is used to supply the R&S TSMA6B-BP with DC power. A wide DC input range 11 V to 28 V is supported. Max. input current is 12 A. See also Chapter 3.2, "Connecting to...
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® Instrument tour R&S TSMA6B-BP Rear panel view You find the connection description in the R&S TSMA6/TSMA6B user manuals. Manual 4900.9099.02 ─ 02...
To connect a battery pack 1. Remove the cover cap from the docking connector of the R&S TSMA6/6B. 2. Screw the collar screws on the top of the R&S TSMA6B-BP with a Torx 8 screw driver. ● Torque: 0.66 Nm ± 0.05 Nm...
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Figure 5-1: Collar screws 1 = Collar screws 3. Align the collar screws with the snap-in holes on the bottom of an R&S TSMA6/6B and press the device down. Figure 5-2: Aligning R&S TSMA6B-BP-BP and R&S TSMA6/6B Manual 4900.9099.02 ─ 02...
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4. Move the R&S TSMA6/6B to the rear side (2) until you hear a click when the collar screws are locked in. Figure 5-3: Connected R&S TSMA6/6B and R&S TSMA6B-BP-BP 1 = Attach R&S TSMA6B-BP to R&S TSMA6B-BP-BP 2 = Move R&S TSMA6/6B to the rear side 3 = Power connection established (docking connector is snapped in) Manual 4900.9099.02 ─...
Operating the battery pack For portable operation powered from the batteries, we recommend to use the R&S TSMA6B-BP always with 2 batteries in the bay. Then the batteries have a comparable charging state as they are discharged simultaneously. Seamless switching of the output power is done automatically. As long as suffi- cient DC IN power is available, the external power supply supplies the connected devices and charges the batteries.
R&S TSMA6/6B is provided. In standalone mode, there is no possibility to power off the output voltages of the R&S TSMA6B-BP. To power on the R&S TSMA6B-BP from standby (R&S TSMA6/6B connec- ted) ► R&S TSMA6/6B connected: Press the power button the R&S TSMA6/6B.
® Operating the battery pack R&S TSMA6B-BP Monitoring the battery charge status Monitoring the battery charge status You can monitor the battery charge status in several ways. 6.4.1 Checking the charge status of the individual battery You can check the charging state of the individual battery. If you check one bat- tery at a time, you can check the battery charge status during a measurement without connected DC power supply.
® Operating the battery pack R&S TSMA6B-BP Monitoring the battery charge status Figure 6-2: LED segment display 3. You can read the charge state from the LED segment display. When the batteries are charged, the LED of the LED segment display is blink- ing.
® Operating the battery pack R&S TSMA6B-BP Monitoring the battery charge status 6.4.3 Rear Panel LEDs in host-controlled operation A R&S TSMA6/6B is connected and switched on. Table 6-2: LED states in host-controlled operation Battery sta- Color State Comment No battery...
® Transporting R&S TSMA6B-BP Transporting Packing Use the original packaging material. It consists of antistatic wrap for electrostatic protection and packing material designed for the product. If you do not have the original packaging, use similar materials that provide the same level of protection.
For details, see Chapter 8.2.1, "Charging the batteries", on page 27. External charger for batteries ● R&S TSMA-BC2 Dual charger for R&S TSMA6B-BP batteries NOTE: Customer must provide country-specific power supply cable for IEC60320 / C6 socket. Manual 4900.9099.02 ─ 02...
During operation with external power supply, the batteries are automatically charged. Charging time for the batteries may differ depending on the connected load as the maximum power consumption of the R&S TSMA6B-BP is limited. For charging the batteries, you have two possibilities:...
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® Maintenance, storage and disposal R&S TSMA6B-BP Handling batteries To charge the batteries in-bay 1. Insert the batterie(s) in the correct way (charge indicator facing up). 2. Take care of the nut in the battery and the pin inside the battery bay (see Chapter 8.2.2, "Hot swapping battery...
® Maintenance, storage and disposal R&S TSMA6B-BP Handling batteries 8.2.2 Hot swapping battery exchange When the battery charge reaches a low level, the batteries need to be replaced. Replacement can be done through hot swapping without interrupting the mea- surement on the connected devices.
® Maintenance, storage and disposal R&S TSMA6B-BP Disposal Only use the R&S TSMA6B-BP with closed battery lids. The batteries are both discharged evenly. We recommend replacing always both batteries. Repeat step 1 step 4 for battery bay 2. Storage Protect the product against dust. Ensure that the environmental conditions, e.g.
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® Maintenance, storage and disposal R&S TSMA6B-BP Disposal Dispose of batteries as specified by the local waste disposal agency. Alterna- tively, you can contact the Rohde & Schwarz local service representative. For information on returning batteries to Rohde & Schwarz subsidiaries, see Chapter 1.1, "Safety...
® Contacting customer support R&S TSMA6B-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 TSMA6B-BP Index Brochures ..........8 Casing Labels ........... 6 Customer support ........32 Data sheets ..........8 Hot swap ..........29 Labels on casing ........6 LED display ..........22 LED states host-controlled operation ....24 standalone operation ......23 Manual ............8...