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- Page 1 ® R&S Power Analyzers Getting Started (;Ý@M2) 1179162902 Version 03...
- Page 2 This document describes following models: ● R&S NPA101 Power Meter (3657.0562.02) ● R&S NPA501 Power Analyzer (3657.0562.03) ● R&S NPA501-G Power Analyzer (3657.0562.05) ● R&S NPA701 Compliance Tester (3657.0562.04) ● R&S NPA701-G Compliance Tester (3657.0562.06) © 2024 Rohde & Schwarz Muehldorfstr.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Safety and regulatory information........5 1.1 Safety instructions................6 1.2 Labels on the R&S NPA power analyzers......... 10 1.3 Warning messages in the documentation........10 1.4 Where to find key documents on Rohde & Schwarz....... 11 1.5 Korea certification class A..............11 2 Key features................. - Page 4 ® Contents R&S 4.5 Considerations for test setup............19 4.6 Preparing for mains voltage.............. 20 4.7 Connecting to power................22 4.8 Connecting to LAN................23 4.9 Connecting USB devices..............25 4.10 Connecting a device under test (DUT)..........26 4.11 Switching on or off................29 4.12 Configuring the initial instrument settings........
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Page 5: Safety And Regulatory Information
It is designed for industrial use, e.g. production testing, maintenance and engineering labs. The test adapter R&S NPA-Zx is an accessory for the R&S NPA power analyzers. It can be used to analyze the performance of the mains with the DUT connected. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
® Safety and regulatory information R&S Safety instructions tions" for "Power Supplies and Power Analyzers" (document number 1171.2055.99) are delivered with the product. ● Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to take care during setup or operation. Safety instructions Products from the Rohde &... - Page 7 ® Safety and regulatory information R&S Safety instructions Choosing the operating site Only use the product indoors. The product casing is not waterproof. Water that enters can electrically connect the casing to live parts, which can lead to electric shock, serious personal injury or death if you touch the casing. Unless otherwise specified, you can operate the product up to an altitude of 2000 m above sea level.
- Page 8 ® Safety and regulatory information R&S Safety instructions ● If a product has an exchangeable fuse, its type and characteristics are indica- ted next to the fuse holder. Before changing the fuse, switch off the product and disconnect it from the power source. How to change the fuse is described in the product documentation.
- Page 9 ® Safety and regulatory information R&S Safety instructions Do not operate the product in series or parallel unless that setup is supported. If accessories are provided for a product, only use them for that product. See the data sheet. In series or parallel setups, protect yourself against electric shock before connect- ing access ports such as the Ethernet port or the USB port using one of the fol- lowing measures: ●...
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Page 10: Labels On The R&S Npa Power Analyzers
Table 1-1: Labels regarding the R&S NPA power analyzers 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 the prod- uct user manual, chapter "Disposal". -
Page 11: Where To Find Key Documents On Rohde & Schwarz
® Safety and regulatory information R&S Korea certification class A CAUTION Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided. NOTICE Potential risks of damage. Could result in damage to the supported product or to other property. Where to find key documents on Rohde &... -
Page 12: Key Features
® Key features R&S Key features The R&S NPA power analyzers set standards in power analyzing. Outstanding key features are: ● Graphical display up to the 50th harmonic on the logarithmic scale ● Configurable dual-channel trend chart function ● Simultaneous display of current and voltage ●... -
Page 13: Documentation Overview
Getting started manual Introduces the R&S NPA power analyzers and describes how to set up and start working with the product. Includes basic operations, typical measurement exam- ples, and general information, e.g. safety instructions, etc. A printed version is delivered with the instrument. -
Page 14: Service Manual
Rohde & Schwarz information system (GLORIS): https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com Instrument security procedures Deals with security issues when working with the R&S NPA in secure areas. It is available for download on the internet. Printed safety instructions Provides safety information in many languages. The printed document is deliv- ered with the product. -
Page 15: Calibration Certificate
The firmware uses several valuable open source software packages. An open source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the used open source software. www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/npa 3.10 Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc. -
Page 16: Preparing For Use
Here, you can find basic information about setting up the product for the first time. Lifting and carrying "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 6. For mounting the R&S NPA in a rack, see Chapter 4.4.2, "Mounting the product in rack", on page 18. -
Page 17: Setting Up The Product
® Preparing for use R&S Setting up the product Electromagnetic compatibility classes The electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) class indicates where you can operate the product. The EMC class of the product is given in the specifications docu- ment. ● Class B equipment is suitable for use in: –... - Page 18 ® Preparing for use R&S Setting up the product ● If the products have foldable feet, fold them in completely. ● It is best if all products have the same dimensions (width and length). If the products have different dimensions, stack according to size and place the smallest product on top.
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Page 19: Considerations For Test Setup
2. Lift the R&S NPA to shelf height. 3. Push the R&S NPA onto the shelf until the rack brackets fit closely to the rack. 4. Tighten all screws at the rack brackets with a tightening torque of 1.2 Nm to secure the R&S NPA at the rack. -
Page 20: Preparing For Mains Voltage
Preparing for mains voltage The R&S NPA is designed for 115 V or 230 V mains voltage. The range is speci- fied on the label next to the AC power supply, see Rear view >... - Page 21 230 V IEC60127-2/5 – F400H/250V, order no. 3622.2323.00 4.6.1 Preparing for 115 V If you want to supply the R&S NPA with 115 V mains voltage, you need to do the following: ● "To change the fuse" on page 21 ●...
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Page 22: Connecting To Power
4. Lever out the fuse. Keep the fuse for later use, if intact. 5. WARNING! If the fuse protection is insufficient, the R&S NPA can overheat and even cause a fire. Check the fuse rating on the caps of the fuse that is delivered with the R&S NPA. -
Page 23: Connecting To Lan
4. Plug the AC power cable into a power outlet with ground contact. Do not use a cheater plug or other means to bypass or disconnect the protec- tive ground lead. The required ratings are listed on the reat panel of the R&S NPA, see rear panel. - Page 24 R&S NPA. To operate the instrument securely 1. NOTICE! The R&S NPA is designed to operate at local workplaces or in secured networks (LAN). When connected to the LAN, the R&S NPA can potentially be accessed from the internet, which constitutes a security risk.
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Page 25: Connecting Usb Devices
® Preparing for use R&S Connecting USB devices a) Check if you have connected of both, the R&S NPA and the controller PC to the LAN. b) Consult your network administrator to request support and an IP address, if necessary. -
Page 26: Connecting A Device Under Test (Dut)
As a brief introduction, the following test setup example describes the basic steps to be taken when setting up a measurement with the R&S NPA-Zx test adapter. See also the installation instructions of the R&S NPA-Zx test adapter. - Page 27 Note: If the visual inspection shows any damage, replace the cable. 3. Inspect the A, COM and V safety sockets of both, the R&S NPA and the R&S NPA-Zx visually to check that they are clean, undamaged and mechani- cally compatible.
- Page 28 Ensure that the load meets the values specified in the specifications docu- ment. 2. Plug in the power cable of the DUT into the DUT power plug of the R&S NPA- Zx test adapter. 3. To configure and execute a measurement, continue as described in the exam- ples under Chapter 6, "Trying out the...
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Page 29: Switching On Or Off
Switching on or off 4.11 Switching on or off For safety reason, switch off the mains switch when the R&S NPA is not in use. To switch on the R&S NPA The instrument is off but connected to power, see Chapter 4.7, "Connecting to... -
Page 30: Configuring The Initial Instrument Settings
If necessary, you can set the internal clock to the current date and time when you put it into operation the first time. This section describes how to set up date the R&S NPA initially. For further basic instrument settings, see the R&S NPA user manual. - Page 31 Configuring the initial instrument settings 8. Press the [rotary knob] to confirm the setting. The R&S NPA uses the information for assigning a time stamp to saved mea- surement readings and printed outputs during operation. Getting Started 1179.1629.02 ─ 03...
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Page 32: Instrument Tour
"Labels on the R&S NPA power analyzers", on page 10. Front view Depending on the R&S NPA instrument model, some of the connectors and con- trol elements are not available. Figure 5-1 shows the front view of the R&S NPA101 power meter instruments. - Page 33 ® Instrument tour R&S Front view 6 = Back key, see Chapter 5.1.2.3, "Navigation controls", on page 35 7 = USB connector, see "USB A" on page 36 Chapter 5.1.2.4, "POWER On/Standby key", on page 36 Figure 5-2 represents the R&S NPA701(-G) and also the R&S NPA501(-G) power analyzer as the front views of both instument models are the same.
- Page 34 ® Instrument tour R&S Front view Chapter 7.2.1, "Understanding the display information", on page 46. 5.1.2 Keys This section describes briefly the functionality of the controls. For information on how to operate the instrument, see Chapter 7.2, "Means of manual interaction", on page 45.
- Page 35 ® Instrument tour R&S Front view Assigned functions [MEAS] Opens the measurement menu to select the measurement mode. The supported measurement modes depend on the instrument models: ● "Integrator" and "Logging": R&S NPA101, R&S NPA501(-G), R&S NPA701(-G) ● "Limit": R&S NPA501(-G), R&S NPA701(-G) ●...
- Page 36 ® Instrument tour R&S Front view Table 5-3: Navigation controls Assigned functions [Rotary knob] Pressing the knob opens or confirms a setting. Turning the knob allows to adjust a setting, e.g. in an on-screen value list. [▲] / [▼] / Navigate up, down, right or left to select settings, when navigation is available.
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Page 37: Rear View
® Instrument tour R&S Rear view Rear view This section provides an overview of the connectors on the rear panel of the instrument. For technical data of the connectors, refer to the specifications docu- ment. Figure 5-3 shows the rear panel view of the R&S NPA101 power meter instru- ments. - Page 38 ® Instrument tour R&S Rear view Figure 5-4: Rear view of the R&S NPA501(-G) and R&S NPA701(-G) 1 = IEEE 488 (GPIB) interface (instrument models R&S NPA501-G, R&S NPA701-G), see "IEC 625/IEEE 488" on page 39 "AC power supply" on page 39 "Kensington lock"...
- Page 39 LAN", on page 23 USB B USB type B connector, to connect a computer for remote control of the R&S NPA. See chapter "Network operation and remote control" in the user manual. Ground terminal Protective ground socket to secure the R&S NPA, e.g. with a grounded external conductor.
- Page 40 ® Instrument tour R&S Rear view How to: Chapter 4.7, "Connecting to power", on page 22. Kensington lock Flat key security slot to prevent the instrument from removal. A Kensington lock system consists of a small, metal-reinforced hole combined with a metal anchor attached to a rubberized metal cable secured with a key lock. The end of the cable has a small loop that allows the cable to be looped around a permanent object, such as a heavy table or other similar equipment.
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Page 41: Trying Out The Instrument
Chapter 7, "Instrument control", on page 45. Prerequisites: ● The R&S NPA is set up, connected to power and started up as described in Chapter 4.4, "Setting up the product", on page 17. ● The measurement is set up with the DUT connected to the R&S NPA-Zx test adapter, as described in Chapter 4.10, "Connecting a device under test... - Page 42 The USB connector is on the front panel. To create and save a snapshot: 1. Plug in a USB memory stick. 2. Press the "HOLD" key. The R&S NPA freezes the current display. 3. Press and hold the [SAVE/RECALL] key. Getting Started 1179.1629.02 ─ 03...
- Page 43 Trying out the instrument R&S The instrument indicates the saving process until it is completed. The R&S NPA creates a generic file name and saves the file on the memory device with the extension *.png. To save instrument settings The R&S NPA can save instrument settings and screenshots. It saves screen- shots always on an external USB memory stick, to save instrument settings select either the internal non-volatile memory or the USB stick.
- Page 44 Trying out the instrument R&S 8. Assign a filename, if needed. For settings, the R&S NPA assigns the default filename SETxxxx. "xxxx" refers to an incremental index starting from "0001". 9. Select the "Comment" softkey to add a comment. Figure 6-5: Comment softkey The comment appears in the footer of the file manager when the file is selected.
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Page 45: Instrument Control
R&S Means of manual interaction Instrument control This chapter provides an overview on how to work with the R&S NPA. It introdu- ces the possibilities for operating the instrument and describes the basic function- ality of the control elements. ●... -
Page 46: Understanding The Display Information
7.2.1 Understanding the display information At the top of the display, the R&S NPA shows a status bar. It indicates the set voltage and current measuring ranges, information on the measurement mode and general settings, e.g. the selected interface. On the right-hand side of the screen layout, an interactive softkey menu provides access to the selected mea- surement functions and settings. -
Page 47: Accessing The Functionality
● Selected parameters have a blue background, the inactive counterparts are indicated with a gray background. ● "---" dashes on the display indicate that the R&S NPA could not determine a value. ● "-OL-" on the display indicate that the measured value exceeds the currently selected voltage or current measurement range. - Page 48 Numeric keypad The numeric keypad, Pressing the [SHIFT] key, the R&S NPA switches the measurement function keys to a numeric keypad to enter values for some parameters directly. The key remains lighting while the numeric keypad is active.
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Page 49: Accessing Menus And Dialogs
® Instrument control R&S Means of manual interaction The rotary knob has several functions: – Moves the selection, e.g. to a parameter in a settings dialog by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. – Activates the edit mode of a parameter when pressed. –... -
Page 50: Entering Data
To open a menu 1. Press a function key on the front panel. The R&S NPA displays the softkey menu of the selected function. The white arrow tag at the bottom of a softkey indicates that you can access further set- tings in a submenu. - Page 51 Means of manual interaction 7.2.4.2 Entering alphanumeric data For input of texts, e.g., file names or designators, the R&S NPA provides an embedded standard editor with an alphanumerical keyboard. Use the standard editor to perform the following actions: ● Assign names for specific settings, e.g. the instrument name.
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Page 52: Remote Control
R&S Remote control Remote control In addition to operating the R&S NPA directly on the instrument, it is also possible to operate and control it from a remote PC. Remote control interfaces The R&S NPA provides several interfaces for remote control: ●... -
Page 53: Contacting Customer Support
® Contacting customer support R&S 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 54: Index
Application notes ........15 Customer support ........53 Arrow keys ..........48 Data entry ..........50 Back key ..........48 Data sheets ..........14 Bench top, placing the R&S NPA .... 17 Date Brochures ..........14 Setting ..........30 Display Characteristics ........47 Cable selection Front panel ..........33... - Page 55 Arrow ..........36 Help ............13 back ............ 36 How to: EXT ............. 34 Connect the DUT to the R&S NPA-Zx HELP ..........35 test adapter ......... 28 HOLD ..........34 Connect to AC supply ......23 I ▲, I ▼ ..........34 Connect to ground ......
- Page 56 ® Index R&S Mounting in a rack ........18 Replace the line fuse How to: ..........21 Revert to 230 V How to: ..........22 Navigation controls ........48 Rotary knob ..........48 Front panel tour ........35 Numeric data entry ........50 Numeric parameters ........
- Page 57 ® Index R&S User manual ..........13 Voltage Input connector ........36 Voltage in/out Test setup considerations ....20 Voltage selector AC power supply .........39 Warning messages Signal words ........10 Ways of operation ........45 White papers ........... 15 Getting Started 1179.1629.02 ─ 03...
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