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Firmware Version 5.00.116.88

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  • Page 1 R&S SMB100A ® Release Notes Firmware Version 5.00.116.88...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ® R&S SMB100A Information on the current version and history Contents Information on the current version and history ....... 3 Version 5.00.116.88 ...................... 4 Version 5.00.116.85 ...................... 4 Version 4.20.028.58 ...................... 6 Version 3.20.390.24 ...................... 7 Information on Remote Emulations ..........8 Modifications to the documentation ..........
  • Page 3: Information On The Current Version And History

    General information This document describes the procedure of applying a firmware update to the R&S®SMB100A Signal Generator. It furthermore describes the differences between the several firmware versions. The most current firmware version can be obtained from www.rohde-schwarz.com. Instruments covered This firmware version 5.00.116.88 is suitable for all instruments of type...
  • Page 4: Version 5.00.116.88

    ® R&S SMB100A Information on the current version and history The R&S®SMB100A provides a continuously growing number of device emulations. The current emulation set is described in chapter 2 “Information on Remote Emulations". 1.1 Version 5.00.116.88 Released September 2022 Improvements...
  • Page 5 ® R&S SMB100A Information on the current version and history Modified functionality Version Functions 365752 SMB-B5: Improved noise ratio at small deviations because of optimized internal leveling 456033 Sweep and List-Mode will be switched off in case of considerable overrun conditions Support of smart cards of type “Java Card”...
  • Page 6: Version 4.20.028.58

    ® R&S SMB100A Information on the current version and history 1.3 Version 4.20.028.58 Released May 2018, microwave instruments only (SMB-B112 and up) New functionality Version Functions 275223 Support of RF board 1406.8903.01 / .02 275223 Support of step attenuator 1412.5431.01 / .02 / .08...
  • Page 7: Version 3.20.390.24

    ® R&S SMB100A Information on the current version and history 1.4 Version 3.20.390.24 Released January 2016 New functionality Version Functions 151689 Support of new NRPxS(N) Power Sensors 138026 Support of new frequency options SMB-B140N and SMB-B131 Modified functionality Version Functions...
  • Page 8: Information On Remote Emulations

    Information on Remote Emulations 2 Information on Remote Emulations The R&S®SMB100A signal generators offer a remote emulation feature that makes it possible to control the instrument by commands other than the built-in native SCPI commands. This feature allows the user to replace signal generators, e.g. from other manufacturers, with the R&S®SMB100A without having to change the remote control...
  • Page 9 ® R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations E4428 signal generator from E4428 Agilent Technologies E8257 signal generator from B112, B120, B140, E8257 Agilent Technologies B112L, B120L, B140L E8663 signal generator from B112, B120, B140, E8663 Agilent Technologies B112L, B120L, B140L...
  • Page 10 ® R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations 83712 signal generator from B112, B120, B140, HP83712 Hewlett-Packard / Agilent B112L, B120L, B140L Technologies 83731 signal generator from B112, B120, B140, HP83731 Hewlett-Packard / Agilent B112L, B120L, B140L Technologies 83732 signal generator from...
  • Page 11 ® R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations N5161 signal generator from N5161 Agilent Technologies N5181 signal generator from N5181 Agilent Technologies N5183A signal generator from B112, B120, B140, N5183A Agilent Technologies B112L, B120L, B140L 8303 signal generator from PA8303 Panasonic...
  • Page 12 ® R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations R&S®SMT03 signal generator SMT03 from Rohde & Schwarz R&S®SMY01 signal generator SMY01 from Rohde & Schwarz R&S®SMY01 signal generator SMY02 from Rohde & Schwarz Release Notes 1234.5678.02 - 01...
  • Page 13: Modifications To The Documentation

    ® R&S SMB100A Modifications to the documentation 3 Modifications to the documentation The current documentation is up-to-date. The data sheet has been adapted to reflect the increased setting times for frequency and level. Release Notes 1234.5678.02 - 01...
  • Page 14: Firmware Update

    ● Connect USB stick to PC and copy the update file into the root directory. ● Wait until copy procedure has finished and remove USB stick. Install new firmware on R&S®SMB100A ● Switch off instrument. ● Press and hold rotary knop while powering instrument.
  • Page 15 ® R&S SMB100A Firmware update ● After erasure the firmware update procedure starts automatically. ● Wait until completion and execute “Power off”. ● Remove USB stick. Restart instrument ● Switch on instrument and wait until optional stereo coder update and internal adjustments are completed.
  • Page 16 ® R&S SMB100A Firmware update Check for stereo coder firmware update (SMB-B5) The option SMB-B5 contains its own local firmware. During reboot the instrument firmware checks whether an update of the stereo coder firmware is required. ● If the stereo coder firmware is already up to date, the instrument starts as usual.
  • Page 17: Alternative Update Procedures

    ● Update firmware be means of the maintenance system The R&S®SMB100A is equipped with a maintenance system which does not depend on the instruments operating system and firmware. It is activated by pressing the rotary knob right after power on when the instrument indicates “Press rotary knob for maintenance”.
  • Page 18: Customer Support

    ® R&S SMB100A Customer support 5 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, programming or applications of Rohde &...

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