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Vector Signal Generator R&S SM300
1147.1652.00 - Version 04
Instrument Order No. 1147.1498.03

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  • Page 1 Copyright Copyright Service Manual Vector Signal Generator R&S SM300 1147.1652.00 - Version 04 Instrument Order No. 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 2 Printed on FFC bleached paper. Subject to change. Errors excepted. Reprints, including excerpts, require the written permission of the manufacturer. All rights reserved. Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.3.3.8 Duoblind ......................42 1.3.3.9 Aircase Unit with Display and Fan..............43 1.3.3.10 Fan in Aircase Unit ..................44 1.3.3.11 Generator Module SM300 ................46 1.3.3.12 Control PC Module ..................47 1.3.3.13 Power Supply ....................47 1.3.3.14 Backplane......................49 1.3.3.15 Carrier Unit ......................51 1.3.3.16 Special Screws for Front Unit................51 1.4 Replacing Modules ........................52...
  • Page 4 AM Distortion ....................79 2.4.9 Frequency Modulation .....................80 2.4.9.1 FM Deviation Setting ..................80 2.4.9.2 FM Frequency Response ................80 2.4.9.3 FM Distortion ....................80 2.4.9.4 Output Reflection Coefficient................80 2.5 Performance Test Report......................82 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 5 4.2.4 Generator module ......................90 4.2.5 Power Supply........................90 4.3 Communication..........................91 4.3.1 Internal Interface ......................91 4.3.2 External Interfaces ......................91 4.4 Block Diagrams SM300 ......................92 4.4.1 Digital Board SM300 ......................92 4.4.2 Analog Board SM300.......................93 Troubleshooting..................... 94 5.1 Possible Causes of Failure.......................94 5.2 Error Codes ..........................95 5.2.1 Blinking Error Codes ......................95...

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

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  • Page 17: Support Center Address

    Customer Support Technical support – where and when you need it For quick, expert help with any Rohde & Schwarz equipment, contact one of our Customer Support Centers. A team of highly qualified engineers provides telephone support and will work with you to find a solution to your query on any aspect of the operation, programming or applications of Rohde &...

  • Page 18: Spare Part Express Service

    +49 89 4129-12465 Service address Fax: +49 89 4129-13306 Email: werner.breidling@rsd.rohde-schwarz.com Information All spare parts for this product are available from the spare part express service from Rohde & Schwarz. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 19: List Of Rohde & Schwarz Service Locations

    List of Rohde & Schwarz Service Locations List of Rohde & Schwarz Service Locations The latest list of Rohde & Schwarz Service Locations can be downloaded Note from the R&S Smart Instruments internet site: www.smart-instruments.de Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 20: Service Concept

    1.2.1 Installing the Device Drivers 1.2.1.1 Installing Steps for Windows 2000 Connecting R&S R&S SM300 is connected to the PC via the USB interface. The connection cable has two plug types. Plug A is connected to the computer ( computer SM300 to the PC manual) and plug B is connected to the R&S SM300 (...
  • Page 21 This message appears only when an R&S SM300 is installed for the first time. If the R&S SM300 is not automatically recognized, check that the USB master switch of the R&S SM300 is at AUTO ( R&S SM300 operating manual, Chapter 6.3.4.3 Configuring the Instrument Interfaces).
  • Page 22 If you system is not able to locate the driver files, please select them manually. The driver files will be installed from the update software to the following directories: rssi.inf (c:\winnt\inf\) rssi.sys (c:\winnt\system32\drivers) Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 23 R&S SM300 Installation of Software Updates and Drivers Click <Finish> to complete the installation. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 24 This is followed by the installation of the device driver for the Rohde & Schwarz Power Supply. Windows generally "remembers" all the necessary information when installing the Signal Generator R&S SM300 and installs the Rohde & Schwarz Power Supply without a query.

  • Page 25: Installing Steps For Windows Xp

    Installation of Software Updates and Drivers 1.2.1.2 Installing Steps for Windows Connecting R&S R&S SM300 is connected to the PC via the USB interface. The connection SM300 to the PC cable has two plug types. Plug A is connected to the computer ( computer manual) and plug B is connected to the R&S SM300 (...
  • Page 26 The driver files will be installed from the update software to the following directories: rssi.inf (c:\winnt\inf\) rssi.sys (c:\winnt\system32\drivers) Click <Finish> to successfully complete the installation. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 27: Installation Of Software Updates

    1.2.2 Installation of Software Updates Software application The software of the R&S SM300 modules (control PC, SM300 generator module, power supply) is updated using the “Series300 Software Manager“ application. The following section provides an introduction on how to do this.
  • Page 28 Installation of Software Updates and Drivers R&S SM300 Starting the Series 300 Software Manager application Series 300 Software Manager interface Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 29 Press the <Update> button to select the file you want to load into the instrument. The update files have the extension .out. Depending on the contents of the .out file, the devices will be updated (control PC, SM300 generator module, power supply). Select the update file Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00...
  • Page 30 Installation of Software Updates and Drivers R&S SM300 The following figure shows an example of the MMI update and a screenshot of the device during the update. Update window for MMI update Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 31 MMI. During the update of the power supply, no LEDs on the front panel of the R&S SM300 will light up, and the R&S SM300 will appear to be switched off. Please observe the update status on the external PC to make sure that the system is still running.
  • Page 32 Successful updates are indicated with a tick ( ).Failed updates are Note indicated with a cross (x). Should any of the updates fail to install, please retry until they are successful. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 33: Instrument Assembly For Board And Module Exchange

    0.17 0.45 0.75 – – – M = thread sizen MAS = recommended starting torque for screws in Nm MAG = recommended starting torque for set screws in Nm Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 34: Exploded Diagram With Spare Parts List

    Instrument Assembly for Board and Module Exchange R&S SM300 1.3.2 Exploded Diagram with Spare Parts List 1.3.2.1 Exploded Diagram with Spare Parts List Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 35: Spare Parts List

    Case top and bottom and rear frame with 3 rear bars 1147.1381.00 Rotary knob with finger-tip control 1147.1452.00 Carrier lid 1147.1269.00 Front panel SM300 1147.1630.00 Front unit SM300 with rotary knob, keyboard PCB, keypad, keyboard 1147.1623.00 Monoblind, duoblind 1147.1375.00 Aircase unit with display and fan 1147.1323.00 1147.1475.00 Generator Module SM300 1147.1530.00...

  • Page 36: Detailed Description Of Replacement Procedure

    The protector’s soft plastic can become damaged during installation! Caution Fasten 4 side screws (DIN7985 M3×12). Fasten 2 screws at top and bottom (DIN7985 M3×6 for front; DIN7985 M3×8 for rear). Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 37: Handle

    Undo upper and lower screws (one each). Remove cases. (see Figure 1-7). Please note that spare part 1147.1381.00 is shipped with 3 rear bars. For Note the SM300 only 2 are needed. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 38: Rotary Knob Including Finger-Tip Control

    Install both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). 1.3.3.4 Rotary Knob including Finger-Tip Control Removing the rotary Pull off rotary knob (may require using slotted screwdriver or tweezers). knob Figure 1-8 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 39: Carrier Lid

    Remove rear frame and both cases (see section 1.3.3.3). Undo 7 special screws (two on each side, see Figure 1-11; 3 at bottom see Figure 1-12). Pull out the complete unit towards the front. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 40 Undo 2 screws below rotary knob and pull spinwheel out toward rear (see Figure 1-15). Place front panel board on soft surface. 10. Undo 6 fastening screws on front panel SM300 (see Figure 1-16). 11. Remove keyboard PCB and keypad (see Figure 1-17, Figure 1-18). Figure 1-13...

  • Page 41: Disassembled Front Unit With Rotary Knob, Keyboard Pcb, Keypad

    10. Reinstall handle (see section 1.3.3.2). 11. Reinstall both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). 1.3.3.7 Disassembled Front Unit with Rotary Knob, Keyboard PCB, Keypad Removing and Installing see section 1.3.3.6 Figure 1-19 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 42: Duoblind

    Figure 1-20 Figure 1-21 Spare part 1147.1375.00 consist of a monoblind and a duoblind. For the Note SM300 only the duoblind is needed. The monoblind can be used for FS300. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 43: Aircase Unit With Display And Fan

    Install carrier lid (see section 1.3.3.5). 10. Install both cases and rear frame (see section 1.3.3.3). 11. Install handle (see section 1.3.3.2). 12. Install both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). Figure 1-22 Figure 1-23 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 44: Fan In Aircase Unit

    (see Figure 1-28). 10. Route fan cable through opening in front unit and push fan out from aircase unit toward side (see Figure 1-27). Figure 1-26 Figure 1-27 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 45 Install front unit (see section 1.3.3.7). Install carrier lid (see section 1.3.3.5). Install both cases and rear frame (see section 1.3.3.3). 10. Install handle (see section 1.3.3.2). 11. Install both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 46: Generator Module Sm300

    Install duoblind (see section 1.3.3.8). Install carrier lid (see section 1.3.3.5). Install both cases and rear frame (see section 1.3.3.3). Install handle (see section 1.3.3.2). Install both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 47: Control Pc Module

    (risk of damage to conductor tracks on PCB). After removing power supply, remove any splinters that may be present in carrier unit. Be careful not to lose the silicon profile. Caution Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 48 Install carrier lid (see section 1.3.3.5). Install both cases and rear frame (see section 1.3.3.3). Install handle (see section 1.3.3.2). Install both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). Figure 1-32 Figure 1-33 Figure 1-34 Figure 1-35 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 49: Backplane

    When inserting the backplane, make sure that it does not damage on the Caution press-in nuts in the carrier unit. 12. Disconnect both clamps from backplane. Figure 1-36 Figure 1-37 Figure 1-39 Figure 1-38 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 50 Install carrier lid (see section 1.3.3.5). 10. Install both cases and rear frame (see section 1.3.3.3). 11. Install handle (see section 1.3.3.2). 12. Install both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 51: Carrier Unit

    Install both cases and rear frame (see section 1.3.3.3). Install handle (see section 1.3.3.2). Install both protectors (see section 1.3.3.1). Figure 1-42 Figure 1-43 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 52: Replacing Modules

    Switch on the SM300 at the rear (power supply AC switch); if the module SM300 is in standby mode, switch it on using the button at the front. The SM300 will now boot. You will see a blue “Booting..“ screen on the MMI display, then a screen “Loading application …”...
  • Page 53 11. Click <Update>. The download will be started and the following window appears as long as the download is proceeding. 12. Once the download is complete, the SM300 will reboot automatically. If the SM300 is still in remote mode after restart it could be due to one of the Troubleshooting following: The USB cable has not been removed from the instrument.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Generator Module

    Switch on the SM300 at the rear (power supply AC switch); if the module SM300 is in standby mode, switch it on using the button at the front. The SM300 will now boot. You will see a blue “Booting..“ screen on the MMI display, then a screen “Loading application …”...
  • Page 55 11. Click <Update>. The download will be started and the following window appears as long as the download is proceeding. 12. Once the download is complete, the SM300 will reboot automatically. If the correct version of the firmware is already installed on the generator Note module, the "Series 300 Software Manager"...
  • Page 56 Replacing Modules R&S SM300 If the SM300 is still in remote mode after restart it could be due to one of the Troubleshooting following: The USB cable has not been removed from the instrument. There could be a problem with the USB connection (backplane, module) that is preventing the control PC from communicating with the generator module.

  • Page 57: Module Registration Software

    Spare parts 1147.1530.00 Generator module SM300 1147.1346.00 Control PC module 1147.1400.50 Power supply module Front unit SM300 with spinwheel, 1147.1623.00 keyboard PC and keypad 1147.1469.00 Backplane The Series 300 module registration software is required in order to ensure Important note that the instrument will function correctly after the measurement, power supply and PC modules are replaced.

  • Page 58: Software Release

    The control PC module software has to be installed before running this Caution software, as described in section 1.4.1. 1.5.2 Software Release This application can be used for R&S SM300 software release 1.1 and later versions. 1.5.3 Software Installation 1.5.3.1 Hardware Requirements...

  • Page 59: Software Requirements

    [installation directory]\DLLs\ to directory [installation directory]\data\ with the name html2pdf.dll Set the scaling of the pdf generation software to 90%. To start the application, run the executable [installation directory]\Series300-ModReg.exe Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 60: Software Usage

    Instruments subdirectories will be generated after creation of a certificate for the particular instrument. FS300 Certificates for R&S FS300 instruments SM300 Certificates for R&S SM300 instruments ..data Data necessary for running the software DLLs .dll files for supporting various pdf file generation software (see section 1.5.3.3)

  • Page 61: User Interface Description

    This is a module history list updated with the current instrument configuration (modules currently connected are indicated by a tick). When you load data from a file, this list will be updated. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 62 When the application reads from or writes to the instrument and if the instrument status instrument is not in the appropriate status, the “Wait for instrument status” window will be displayed. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 63 This gives you the possibility to enter the modification description for the service circular, as well as the service information, and store them on the instrument. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 64 The pdf file that is generated (instrument certificate) may be divided into two Note pages. Therefore, the scaling of the software for generating the pdf file needs to be set to 90 %. (see section 1.5.3.3). Certificate items window Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 65: Possible Error Messages

    PC. Part number error Occurs during “Read from Instrument “ action when the measurement module or PC module has a wrong part number. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 66 There are two possible reasons: The configuration file is out-of-date. Get the latest version of the Series 300 module registration software or the updated .ini file (SM300- releases.ini in directory \data) supplied with the software release. This combination of firmware versions is not allowed.

  • Page 67: Functional Test

    Check the time and date, and correct them if necessary. Check whether all messages have been deleted (see section 5.2.2). Set instrument to the factory default settings (preset). Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 68: Performance Test

    About this chapter This chapter provides the necessary information for checking the technical data of the R&S SM300. Before proceeding, please read the general notes on the test procedure listed below. A list of the measuring equipment required for the performance test is provided in the next section. A test report form is found at the end of this chapter.

  • Page 69: Measuring Instruments And Auxiliary Equipment

    DC to 1 MHz URE3 350.5315.03 LF generator Low-noise 5 kHz to fmax Level accuracy preamplifier Gain >20 dB, Noise figure <10 dB Table 2-1: Measuring equipment and accessories Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 70: Test Setups

    Oscilloscope (Table measuring equipment and accessories, item 4) Spectrum analyzer (Table measuring equipment and accessories, item 2) Test setup 10 MHz reference Signal generator Spectrum analyzer Mixer, Preamplifier Oscilloscope Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 71: Measurement Uncertainty

    Before testing the rated specifications, allow the instrument to warm up for at Note least 15 min. The ambient temperature should be 23° C to 26° C. Before starting a Before starting a test, use the Preset function of the R&S SM300 to place the test instrument in a defined condition. Tested Several specifications in the data sheet are not tested.

  • Page 72: Interface Test

    2.4.2 Interface Test 2.4.2.1 USB Bus Interfaces Preparation Install PC Software R&S SM300-K1 on the PC. Connect the USB interface of the R&S SM300 and the external PC via USB cable. Test Run R&S SM300-K1 as described in the operating manual.

  • Page 73: Level

    -20.0 dBm Settings on power Carry out a ZEROING prior to level measurements meter The level on SM300 is switched off with RF OFF Measurement Measure level at test frequencies The frequency response is the difference between the highest and lowest...
  • Page 74 Test setup Switch a low-noise preamplifier between SM300 and precision attenuator. Measurement Perform a calibration at a measured level. It is thus possible to measure levels down to the lower limit of SM300 Level on SM300 Attenuation of attenuator Reference level...

  • Page 75: Spectral Purity

    Make sure that spectrum analyzer is not overdriven. Evaluation The harmonic suppression is the level difference between the measured harmonic and the SM300 output signal (in dBc, with reference to the carrier). 2.4.5.2 Nonharmonics Suppression Test setup...

  • Page 76: I/Q Modulation Frequency Response

    Spectrum analyzer (Table 2-1, item 2) Signal generator (Table 2-1, item 3). Test setup Connect the Rf output of the SM300 to the spectrum analyzer, connect the signal generator to the I input of SM300. Test method By applying a sinewave AC voltage to the I (or Q) input, an amplitude modulation with a suppressed carrier is generated.

  • Page 77: Pulse Modulation

    Note 2.4.7.1 Level Accuracy Test equipment AC voltmeter (Table Measuring equipment and accessories, item 12) Test setup Connect AC voltmeter to LF connector of SM300 Settings on SM300 LF OUTPUT Test level: 10 mV, 100 mV, 2 V Measurement Measure output level 2.4.7.2 Frequency Response...

  • Page 78: Lf-Spurious

    Filter: ITU-T (CCITT) or 20 Hz to 23 kHz Measurement Read frequency deviation on modulation analyzer on both filters. 2.4.7.5 Residual AM Connect modulation analyzer to RF output of SM300 Test setup Settings on SM300 LEVEL 0 dBm FREQ 1 GHz...

  • Page 79: Am Frequency Response

    Test assembly Test setup1 with modulation analyzer Settings on SM300 LEVEL 0 dBm FREQ 111 MHz MODULATION AM DEPTH 30%, 80% LFGenFreq 1 kHz Measurement Read distortion on modulation analyzer. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 80: Frequency Modulation

    Measurement Read distortion on modulation analyzer. 2.4.9.4 Output Reflection Coefficient Test setup Test setup 1 (use SWR bridge instead of the block mixer, preamplifier; the scope is not used). Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 81 This line represents the SWR of SM300. Calculate SWR from the maximum and minimum voltage according to the following equation: SWR = u Passive measurement of SWR at output levels of SM300 below -25 dBm Settings on SM300 LEVEL –26 dBm FREQ far from test frequency (>10 MHz)

  • Page 82: Performance Test Report

    Page +1/-2 I/Q Modulation frequency response Residual FM rms at 1 GHz 0.3 to 3 kHz (ITU-T) <10 0.02 to 23 kHz <60 Residual AM rms 0.03 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 83 100 kHz Distortion RF 1 GHz, Page AF 1 kHz, deviation 50 kHz Pulse modulation 0.6 to 1.5 On/off ratio Page Output impedance page Table 2-3 Performance test report Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 84: Adjustment Of 10 Mhz Crystal

    R&S SM300 3 Adjustment of 10 MHz Crystal This software can be used to adjust the 10 MHz reference of the R&S SM300. To do this, you need the following equipment: R&S SM300 reference calibration software (available from the GLORIS firmware/software board) PC with USB port;...
  • Page 85 “Main window with default values” above. Application window after detecting active devices To display the calibration window, click on SM300 Signal Generator . Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 86 Software Execution R&S SM300 If the device is booting, a disabled window will appear; see “Application window if selected device is booting” below. Application window if selected device is booting Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 87 If the device is ready for operation, the following window will appear. Application window if selected device is ready Calibration Reference scheme frequency Frequency adjust output 10 MHz 8-bit wiper control Module booting EEPROM path A path B Figure 3-1 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 88: Operation

    Modify the value directly or by moving the arrows beside the text window. The value is immediately sent to the device after it is changed. Monitor the output frequency of the R&S SM300 ( Ref Out BNC connector on the rear panel) with the frequency counter.

  • Page 89: Functional Description

    Operating The operating system on the control PC is Linux; the visualization and operating system and interface is a runtime version of LabVIEW™. interface Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 90: Generator Module

    The power supply module also contains a USB-compatible microcontroller. microcontroller It handles Power management Monitoring of operating voltage and temperature Fan control Instrument identification Recording of operating time, etc. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 91: Communication

    The instruments of the Smart Instruments Family 300 platform can be remote- controlled by an external PC via USB. Peripheral An additional USB port serves to connect peripheral devices (external keyboard, devices storage medium, printer). Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 92: Block Diagrams Sm300

    Block Diagrams SM300 R&S SM300 4.4 Block Diagrams SM300 4.4.1 Digital Board SM300 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 93: Analog Board Sm300

    R&S SM300 Block Diagrams SM300 4.4.2 Analog Board SM300 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Possible Causes of Failure R&S SM300 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Possible Causes of Failure Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 95: Error Codes

    5.2 Error Codes 5.2.1 Blinking Error Codes Error occurs The power supply uses the LEDs on the SM300 front plate to signal errors which are occurring during a time were no USB communication is possible (e.g. booting time). Error code LED...

  • Page 96: Mmi Error Messages

    5.2.2 MMI Error Messages Module errors The MMI will display errors from the modules (SM300 generator module and Power Supply) on the screen embedded in a red window. This window only highlights the fact that an error has occurred on one of the modules.
  • Page 97 “Delete x error Messages“, type in the password “300“ and confirm with ENTER. The errors will be deleted form the MMI but they will still exist inside the module which sent the error. Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 98: Device Error Messages (All Messages)

    R&S SM300 5.2.3 Device Error Messages (All Messages) Possible error The MMI receives error messages from all installed USB devices (SM300 messages generator module and the power supply). The following list describes the possible error messages sent from the modules.
  • Page 99 /* Initialization of the module is done */ DEVICE_EVENT_SINGLE_SWEEP 0x6031 _FINISHED DEVICE_EVENT_PLL_UNLOCKED 0x6040 /* PLL loop unlocked */ DEVICE_EVENT_TEMPERATURE 0x6050 /* Module temperature out of limits _WARNING TEMPERATURE_AB_UNDER 0x0001 TEMPERATURE_AB_OVER 0x0002 Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 100 _BAUBLOCKSIZE DEVICE_ERROR_CORRUPT 0x0003 /* Corrupt checksum or data */ _BAUBLOCK DEVICE_ERROR_BAUBLOCK 0x0004 /* Unknown BlockId */ _UNKNOWN wParam: BlockId of Baugruppen Data block Table 5-4: Baugruppen Data Error Codes Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 101 BLOCK_ID_USER_10400 10400 MO level correction coefs BLOCK_ID_USER_10500 10500 Temperature Limits BLOCK_ID_USER_10501 10501 Voltage Limits for Digital Board BLOCK_ID_USER_10502 10502 Voltage Limits for Analog Board Table 5-5: Baugruppen Data Blocks Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

  • Page 102: Power Supply Module

    – Overtemperature of a module TEMPERATURE_ MODULE 0×6191 BATTERY_ – The command to read the battery was NOT_SUPPORTED rejected because no battery is installed. Table 5-6: Power Supply Module Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 103 ANALOGUE_VOLT_ERROR_12V (Board Monitor) Analog 12 V error 0×aa ANALOGUE_VOLT_ERROR_18V (Board Monitor) Analog 18 V error 0×a6 MAIN_DC_ERROR (Board Monitor) Main DC error 0×a7 PS_TEMP_ERROR (Board Monitor) PS main overtemperature Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...
  • Page 104 (USB Error) Selected USB host is not present 0×c0 FIRMWARE_UPDATE (Firmware info) Indication that the firmware has been updated Table 5-7: Additional information about event monitor (event 0×6050) parameters Version 04 Service Manual SM300: 1147.1652.00 Instrument Part No SM300: 1147.1498.03...

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