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  • Page 1 ® R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Switch Matrix User Manual (;ÝÊí2) 1179609502 Version 06...
  • Page 2 ZN-Z86X switch matrix base units and port extension options. ® R&S ZN-Z86 (50 Ω, 2.92 mm (f) connectors, 100 MHz to 26.5 GHz) ● "Base unit, 2HU, 2x6 configuration", order no. 1351.2216K02 ● R&S ® ZN-Z86-B22 "Additional test ports 7–12 (2 VNA ports)", order no.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® Contents R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Contents 1 Safety and regulatory information........5 1.1 Safety instructions................5 1.2 Labels on the product................8 1.3 Warning messages in the documentation.......... 9 1.4 Korea certification class B..............9 2 Introduction................10 2.1 Option concept..................10 2.2 Documentation overview..............12 3 Getting started..............
  • Page 4 R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Annex..................87 A Base extension boxes............87 A.1 R&S ZN-ZTBE base extension box for R&S ZN-Z86......87 A.2 R&S ZN-ZTXBE base extension box for R&S ZN-Z86X....88 B Semi-rigid RF cable sets............. 90 List of commands..............92 Index..................94...

  • Page 5: Safety And Regulatory Information

    Intended use External switch matrices R&S ZN-Z86 have been designed to be used with a vec- tor network analyzer (VNA) of the families R&S ZNA/ZNB/ZNBT/ZND. They are intended for the development, production and verification of electronic compo- nents and devices in industrial, administrative and laboratory environments.
  • Page 6 ® Safety and regulatory information R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Safety instructions Using the product requires specialists or specially trained personnel. These users also need sound knowledge of at least one of the languages in which the user interfaces and the product documentation are available.
  • Page 7 ® Safety and regulatory information R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Safety instructions uct is moved without lifting it. The foldable feet are designed to carry the weight of the product, but not an extra load. If stacking is possible, keep in mind that a stack of products can fall over and cause injury.

  • Page 8: Labels On The Product

    ® Safety and regulatory information R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Labels on the product ● Ensure that you can disconnect the product from the power source at any time. Pull the power plug to disconnect the product. The power plug must be easily accessible. If the product is integrated into a system that does not meet these requirements, provide an easily accessible circuit breaker at the system level.

  • Page 9: Warning Messages In The Documentation

    ® Safety and regulatory information R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Korea certification class B 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 the prod- uct user manual, chapter "Disposal".

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Option concept R&S ZN-Z86 Depending on the installed options, the R&S ZN-Z86 offers support for 2 or 4 matrix VNA ports and up to 24 matrix test ports. The base unit (order no. 1351.2216K02) implements a 2x6 switch matrix that can connect its two VNA ports to any pair of its test ports.
  • Page 11 R&S ZN-Z86-B42 requires R&S ZN-Z86-B22 requires R&S ZN-Z86-B22 and R&S ZN-Z86-B32 By connecting two R&S ZN-Z86 with 2 VNA ports to a 4-port VNA, you can increase the number of test ports of the VNA to 48. Use the cable set R&S ZN-...

  • Page 12: Documentation Overview

    2.2.1 User manual The user manual (this document) is shipped with the R&S ZN-Z86 in printed form. Beyond safety and "getting started" topics, it contains descriptions of all instru- ment functions and the remote control of the instrument. In addition, it contains notes on preventative maintenance and on troubleshooting based on the warn- ings and error messages that the instrument emits.
  • Page 13 ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Documentation overview 2.2.3 Instrument security procedures Deals with security issues when working with the R&S ZN-Z86 in secure areas. It is available for download on the internet. 2.2.4 Release notes and open-source acknowledgment (OSA) Release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of a particular R&S ZN-Z86 firmware version, and describe its installation.
  • Page 14 ® Introduction R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Documentation overview https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com 2.2.7 R&S ZN-Z8X Toolbox manual The R&S ZN-Z8X Toolbox software allows you to configure and operate the matrix manually. It can be downloaded free of charge from the R&S ZN-Z8x soft- ware page: https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/software/znz8xswitchmatrix...

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Preparing for use Getting started The sections below describes how to put a switch matrix R&S ZN-Z86 into opera- tion, how to establish external connections, and how to integrate it into a network. The R&S ZN-Z86 description applies to all instrument variants and configurations.
  • Page 16 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Preparing for use 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 17 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Preparing for use ● 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. ● Do not exceed the permissible total load placed on the product at the bot- tom of the stack: –...
  • Page 18 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Preparing for use 3.1.4.2 Mounting the product in a rack To prepare the rack 1. Observe the requirements and instructions in "Setting up the product" on page 6. 2. NOTICE! Insufficient airflow can cause overheating and damage the product.
  • Page 19 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Preparing for use ● Ensure that connected external devices comply with EMC regulations. ● Use ≤ 3 m for the USB cable length or the USB cable delivered with the switch matrix, if possible. Signal input and output levels Information on signal levels is provided in the specifications document.
  • Page 20 (LAN), it must be possible to address each connected computer or instrument via a unique IP address or a hostname. By default, every R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X is assigned a hostname ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X-<serial number>, for example ZN-Z86-100001 or ZN-Z86X-100001.
  • Page 21 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Preparing for use Static IP configuration With static IP configuration, the static IP configuration data are usually provided by the network administrator. They can be activated on the instrument using remote control. Point-to-Point connections Establishing a simple network – a LAN connection between the switch matrix and a computer without integration into a larger network –...
  • Page 22 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Preparing for use 3.1.8 Switching on or off Table 3-1: Overview of power states Status Position of power switch Standby orange Ready green To switch on the product The product is OFF but connected to power.

  • Page 23: Instrument Tour

    The instrument automatically monitors the most important instrument functions when it is turned on. Instrument tour This chapter shows all function keys, control elements and connections on the front and rear panel of the R&S ZN-Z86/Z86X. 3.2.1 Front panel The front panel of the switch matrix provides: ●...
  • Page 24 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument tour Figure 3-2: Front panel of the R&S ZN-Z86X for 12 ports Standby key Status LEDs Mini display Matrix VNA ports External RF links Matrix test ports Figure 3-3: Front panel of the R&S ZN-Z86X for 24 ports...
  • Page 25 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument tour 3.2.1.1 Standby key The key serves two main purposes: ● Toggle between standby and ready state; see "To switch on the product" on page 22. When the instrument is powered up, it comes up in ready state.
  • Page 26 RF signals from the DUT (response signals). ● Without port extension, the R&S ZN-Z86 base unit offers ports 1 to 6. Optional extensions R&S ZN-Z86-B22/B24, R&S ZN-Z86-B32/B34 and R&S ZN-Z86- B42/B44 add test ports 7 to 12, 13 to 18 and 19 to 24, respectively, to the R&S ZN-Z86 base unit.
  • Page 27 19 for maximum input levels of the instrument. 3.2.2 Rear panel This section shows all interfaces on the back of the R&S ZN-Z86 and R&S ZN- Z86X. Figure 3-4: R&S ZN-Z86 rear view User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 28 The length of passive connecting USB cables must not exceed 1 m. See also "Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)" on page 18. AC power connector Power switch Micro SD Not used. See the R&S ZN-Z86 specifications for details. User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...

  • Page 29: Instrument Configurations

    Instrument configurations Instrument configurations The single function of a switch matrix R&S ZN-Z86/Z86X is to establish RF con- nections between its VNA ports (statically connected to the RF ports of the VNA) and its test ports (statically connected to the DUT or DUTs), applying a passive load match to currently unused ports.
  • Page 30 Instrument configurations 3.3.1 Switch module 2x6 The switching functionality of R&S ZN-Z86/R&S ZN-Z86X is provided by non- blocking 2x6 switch modules. At the "north", a 2x6 switch module provides two matrix VNA ports, at the "south" it provides 6 matrix test ports. Routes are established using RF semiconductor switches SP<n>T (n=3,4), each of them allowing to set up bidirectional connec-...
  • Page 31 R&S ZN-Z86 configurations 3.3.2.1 Base unit 2 x 6 Base unit For a R&S ZN-Z86 base unit without hardware option, the switching functionality is provided by a single switch module 2x6. This unit is equipped with two physical VNA ports (A and B) and six physical test ports (1 to 6).
  • Page 32 Base unit with option R&S ZN-Z86-B22 Option R&S ZN-Z86-B22 adds a second switch module 2x6 to the Base unit 2 x 6, providing six additional physical test ports (7 to 12) in the R&S ZN-Z86 instru- ment. ZN-Z8 (B22) 1351.2216K02 high priority route...
  • Page 33 2x6 to the Base unit 2 x 6, providing two additional physical VNA ports (C and D) and six physical test ports (7 to 12) in the R&S ZN-Z86 instrument. ZN-Z8 (B24) 1351.2216K02 high priority route Port 1...
  • Page 34 Base unit with options R&S ZN-Z86-B22 and -B32 Option R&S ZN-Z86-B32 adds another switch module 2x6 to the Switch matrix 2 12, providing six additional physical test ports (13 to 18) in the R&S ZN-Z86 instrument. User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 35 Port 7 Port 8 Port 9 Port 10 Port 11 Port 12 Port B Port 13 Port 14 Port 15 Port 16 Port 17 Port 18 Figure 3-10: R&S ZN-Z86 switch matrix 2 x 18 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 36 Base unit with options R&S ZN-Z86-B24 and -B34 Option R&S ZN-Z86-B34 adds another switch module 2x6 to the Switch matrix 4 12, providing six additional physical test ports (13 to 18) in the R&S ZN-Z86 instrument. User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 37 Port 8 Port 9 Port 10 Port 11 Port B Port 12 Port C Port 13 Port 14 Port 15 Port 16 Port 17 Port 18 Figure 3-11: R&S ZN-Z86 switch matrix 4 x 18 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 38 Base unit with options R&S ZN-Z86-B22, -B32 and -B42 Option R&S ZN-Z86-B42 adds another switch module 2x6 to the Switch matrix 2 18, providing six additional physical test ports (19 to 24) in the R&S ZN-Z86 instrument. User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 39 Port 13 Port 14 Port 15 Port B Port 16 Port 17 Port 18 Port 19 Port 20 Port 21 Port 22 Port 23 Port 24 Figure 3-12: R&S ZN-Z86 switch matrix 2 x 24 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 40 Option R&S ZN-Z86-B44 adds another switch module 2x6 to the Switch matrix 4 18, providing two additional physical VNA ports (C and D) and six additional physical test ports (19 to 24) in the R&S ZN-Z86 instrument. User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 41 Port 14 Port 15 Port B Port 16 Port 17 Port 18 Port 19 Port 20 Port 21 Port D Port 22 Port 23 Port 24 Figure 3-13: R&S ZN-Z86 switch matrix 4 x 24 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 42 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument configurations 3.3.3 R&S ZN-Z86X configurations 3.3.3.1 Switch matrix 2/4 x 12 Base unit with option R&S ZNZ86X-B24 Option R&S ZNZ86X-B24 adds two switch module 2x6 to the R&S ZN-Z86X instrument, providing four physical VNA ports (A, B, C and D) and 12 physical test ports (1 to 6 and 7 to 12).
  • Page 43 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument configurations ZN-Z86 X base unit + B24) 1351.2222 02 high priority route Port B2 Port A1 Port 1 Port 1..6 #1 Port 2 Port D1 Port C2 Port 3 Port A Port 4 Port A2...
  • Page 44 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument configurations 3.3.3.2 Switch matrix 2/4 x 24 Base unit with option R&S ZNZ86X-B44 Option R&S ZNZ86X-B44 adds four switch modules 2x6 to the R&S ZN-Z86X instrument, providing four physical VNA ports (A, B C and D) and 24 physical test ports (1 to 6, 7 to 12, 13 to 18 and 19 to 24).
  • Page 45 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument configurations ZN-Z86 ( X base unit + B44) 1351.2222 02 high priority route Port A1 Port 1 Port 1..6 #1 Port 2 Port D1 Port 3 Port A Port 4 Port C1 Port 5 Port ..
  • Page 46 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument configurations 3.3.3.3 Operation with 2 or 4 matrix VNA ports The R&S ZN-Z86X can operate as a 2 x N or 4 x N switch matrix. To select between operation with 2 and 4 matrix VNA ports, you have to: ●...
  • Page 47 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Instrument configurations Table 3-3: External RF links for 2-port mode outer left inner left inner right outer right To operate the R&S ZN-Z86X switch matrix in 4-port VNA mode, adjust the exter- nal RF links...

  • Page 48: Application

    R&S ZN-Z8x directly. It is fast and easy to set up and operate one or more switch matrices via the graphical user interface. For example, a 4-port R&S ZNB in combination with two R&S ZN-Z86 can work as a multi-port VNA with up to 48 ports.
  • Page 49 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Application Furthermore, in the example above, at least 6*5/2 successive matrix switching procedures are required (one for each port pair). Each of these switching proce- dures involves command processing and physical switching, and hence takes some time to complete.
  • Page 50 VNA firmware. Configuring VNA ports To configure VNA ports for use with the R&S ZN-Z86/R&S ZN-Z86X switch matrix: 1. Press the [Setup] key to open the "Setup" softtool 2. For R&S ZNA, activate the "Switch Matrix" tab.
  • Page 51 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Application 5. If autodetection fails, click "Add Device" to open the "Add External Switchma- trix" dialog that allows you to configure the switch matrix manually. User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 52 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Application In the "Add External Switchmatrix" dialog: a) Specify the LAN "Address" of your switch matrix. b) Select "Identify" to connect to the switch matrix and query its properties (*IDN?, CONFig:VNAport:MODE?). User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 53 "Driver" dropdown. For R&S ZN-Z86, the driver name is composed of the matrix type and the highest option available on the matrix. For the R&S ZN-Z86X, the 2 x N and 4 x N switch matrices (N = 12, 24) have the same routing properties as their R&S ZN-Z86 counterparts.
  • Page 54 Deactivate unused test ports c) Renumber the usable test ports as needed 3.4.2 RF connections and matrix connectivity Depending on the expansion stage of the R&S ZN-Z86 and the RF connections between VNA and matrix: User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 55 ● Certain matrix test ports can be unusable ● Certain transmission measurements can be impossible Example: Consider a fully equipped R&S ZN-Z86, where the matrix VNA ports of the left submatrix cannot be connected to the test ports of the right submatrix and vice versa.
  • Page 56 Subroutes Switch matrices R&S ZN-Z86/Z86X comprise two types of switch modules: 1 to 4 and 2 to 6. For R&S ZN-Z86, the instrument firmware decides how to switch these modules for a specific route. For R&S ZN-Z86X, however, these switch modules are configurable and can be used separately.
  • Page 57 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Application ZN-Z86 X 1351.2222 02 Port B2 Port A1 ZN-Z8 (B22) 1351.2216K02 Port 1..6 #1 Port D1 Port C2 Port A Port A2 Port C1 Port .. 1 6 #2 Port A Port B1 Port D2...
  • Page 58 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Application ZN-Z86 ( X base unit + B44) 1351.2222 02 Port A1 Port 1 Port 1..6 #1 Port 2 Port D1 Port 3 Port A Port 4 Port C1 Port 5 Port .. 1 6 #2...
  • Page 59 To see the difference between the two optimizations, again consider a DUT with 6 unbalanced ports, connected to a 2-port analyzer via the R&S ZN-Z86 base unit without extension. If all S-parameters shall be measured, at least 6*5/2 succes- sive matrix switching procedures are required (one for each pair of test ports) and the speed optimization would choose one of these minimum solutions.
  • Page 60 3.4.6 Trigger functionality R&S ZN-Z86/Z86X allows triggering of the sequenced trigger mode by various events, such as a certain signal on the rear panel going high. This switch matrix supports software triggers and hardware triggers to control the operation of sequenced triggering mode.
  • Page 61 DC - PIN 24 Figure 3-23: Direct Control connector for triggering R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X contains a trigger table with a capacity of up to 2048 entries that can be filled via R&S ZN-Z8X Toolbox or SCPI commands. Once fil- led, you can activate the trigger mode and initiate a trigger through this prede- fined list of table entries in real time.
  • Page 62 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Application Figure 3-24 shows a snapshot of a predefined list of entries created to initiate the sequenced trigger mode. Each row in the list can be activated by a trigger signal in a sequence. The arrow highlighted in the red box shows the current active row.
  • Page 63 ® Getting started R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Application Table 3-6: Table Entries for Triggering Index Port A Port B Port C Port D ..2047 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...

  • Page 64: Remote Operation

    VNA", on page 49. The RF port LEDs of the R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X indicate the currently switched routes between matrix VNA ports and matrix test ports. The PWR LED on the front panel indicates the standby state of the instrument. The front panel USB is equipped with an LED that is lit while a connection is active.
  • Page 65 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Basic information on remote control 4.1.1 Interfaces and protocols The instrument has different interfaces for remote control. The following table pro- vides an overview: Table 4-1: Remote control interfaces and protocols Interface Comments On the back of the instrument, there is a type B USB interface (Device) for communication with the Host device.
  • Page 66 R&S ZN-Z8X Toolbox that can be downloaded from the R&S website. USB address To establish a USB connection, you need: ● The vendor ID 0x0AAD (for Rohde & Schwarz) ● The R&S ZN-Z86's product ID 0x02C3 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...
  • Page 67 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Basic information on remote control ● The R&S ZN-Z86X's product ID 0x02C4 and ● The instrument's 6-digit serial number (see mini display or label on the back of the instrument) 4.1.1.3 LAN interface The instrument is equipped with a LAN interface to enable integration into a local area network (LAN).

  • Page 68: Remote Control - Commands

    ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands ister and in an error output queue that can be queried using the SYSTem:ERRor? command. Remote control – commands This chapter describes all the commands that are relevant for remote control of the ZN-Z8x switch matrix.
  • Page 69 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands 4.2.1 Handshake If Handshake is active, on successful execution of a command that otherwise does not return a result, a confirmation 0,"OK"<CR><LF> is returned......................69 HANDshake? ......................69 HANDshake:ON ....................69 HANDshake:OFF HANDshake? Queries whether Handshake is ON (default) or OFF.
  • Page 70 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands Usage: Event SYSTem:CLEar Clears the error memory. Usage: Event SYSTem:ERRor? Queries the instrument for a list of errors. Return values: <ErrCodes> A list of error numbers (see table below). Usage: Query only...
  • Page 71 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands Error code Error string Description ZNZ86_STA- matrix.ini corrupted (inconsis- TUS_MATRIX_FILE_ERROR tent matrix.ini file) ZNZ86_STA- temperature alarm FPGA TUS_FPGA_TEMPALARM ZNZ86_STA- Voltage difference between TUS_VCC_AUX9_OUT- -12 V and +6 V is out of range...
  • Page 72 R&S ZN-Z86X: 24 for the 2/4x12 expansion (highest order no. 1351.2222.24), 44 for the 2/4x24 expansion (highest order no. 1351.2222.44) Examples for R&S ZN-Z86: 02 if only the base unit (order no. 1351.2216K02) is available; 34 for the 4x18 expansion (highest order no. 1351.2900.34).
  • Page 73 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands Modified LAN settings are not applied until is executed. SET:LAN:INIT To make the changes permanent, use WRITE:MXINI..................... 73 SET:LAN:HOST:NAMe ..................73 SHOW:LAN:HOST:NAMe? .................. 73 SHOW:LAN:MAC:ADDRess? ....................74 SHOW:LAN:DHCP? ....................74 SET:LAN:DHCP:ON ....................
  • Page 74 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands SHOW:LAN:DHCP? Queries whether DHCP is enabled. Return values: <DHCP> 1: DHCP enabled 0: DHCP disabled (static IP configuration) Usage: Query only SET:LAN:DHCP:ON SET:LAN:DHCP:OFF Enables/disables dynamic host configuration. Usage: Event SET:LAN:GW <GWIP>...
  • Page 75 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands Parameters: <IpAddr> The LAN IP address in dotted decimal format, e.g. 192.168.0.254. SET:LAN:SNMask <SnMask> SHOW:LAN:SNMask? Sets/queries the LAN subnet mask. Setting is only possible with static IP configuration (SET:LAN:DHCP:OFF). Other- wise the instrument answers with a "Deactivate DHCP first!"...
  • Page 76 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands Note: During route creation, ● Existing routes are deleted ● Unconnected matrix test ports are terminated with a 50 Ω match If the new route set was successfully created, the SET command returns the cre- ated routes exactly as the query would do.
  • Page 77 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands SUBRoute Creates a set of RF subroutes (1 to 4 or 2 to 6 switch board setting) or queries the existing subroutes. The query command returns the current set subroutes. Note: During subroute creation, ●...
  • Page 78 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands SHOW:SUBRoutes? Returns the list of all possible subroutes. Return values: Subroutes Comma-separated list of all possible subroutes. For example, in the base matrix, the return value is PA1,PA2,PA3,PA4,PB1,PB2,PB3,PB4,PC1,PC2, PC3,PC4,PD1,PD2,PD3,PD4,P0106101,P0106102, P0106103,P0106104,P0106105,P0106106, P0106201,P0106202,P0106203,P0106204,...
  • Page 79 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands TRIGger:STATe Turns the trigger state on or off. Parameters: <State> ON,OFF Example: TRIGger:STATe ON TRIGger:SEQuence[:ADD] Sets the start address index of the table. Default value is 0. Parameters: <index> 0,1,2,3,... <routes/sub-routes>...
  • Page 80 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands Parameters: <index> 0,1,2,3,... Example: TRIGger:SEQuence:STOP 15 TRIGger:SEQuence:IDX Sets the address index of the active table entry. Parameters: <index> 0,1,2,3,... Example: TRIGger:SEQuence:IDX 10 TRIGger:SOURce Selects the trigger source. Parameters: <Source> SW, DC, BNC...
  • Page 81 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands TRIGger:NEXT Creates a software trigger. Usage: Event TRIGger:RESET Initiates a software trigger reset. Usage: Event 4.2.7 Other ..................81 CONFig:VNAport:MODE ..................81 SHOW:DIRectcon:STATus? ......................82 WRITE:MXINI CONFig:VNAport:MODE Sets or queries the VNA port mode of a R&S ZN-Z86X.
  • Page 82 ® Remote operation R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Remote control – commands WRITE:MXINI Writes the current user settings (LAN), to the matrix flash. These settings are loa- ded during instrument startup. Usage: Event User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...

  • Page 83: Maintenance, Storage And Disposal

    ® Maintenance, storage and disposal R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Disposal Maintenance, storage and disposal The R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X switch matrix does not require maintenance at regular intervals. Cleaning How to clean the product is described in "Cleaning the product" on page 8. Do not use any liquids for cleaning. Cleaning agents, solvents, acids and bases can damage the front panel labeling, plastic parts and display.
  • Page 84 ® Maintenance, storage and disposal R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Disposal Disposing of electrical and electronic equipment A product that is labeled as follows cannot be disposed of in normal household waste after it has come to the end of its life. Even disposal via the municipal col- lection points for waste electrical and electronic equipment is not permitted.

  • Page 85: Transporting

    ® Transporting R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Transporting Lifting and carrying See: ● "Lifting and carrying the product" on page 6 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.

  • Page 86: Contacting Customer Support

    ® Contacting customer support R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X 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 87: Annex

    R&S ZN-Z86/Z86X. R&S ZN-ZTBE and R&S ZN-ZTBXE base extension boxes are all-metal custom- ized chassis used to extend the body length of the R&S ZN-Z86 and R&S ZN- Z86X switch matrices respectively. These base extension boxes enable a vector network analyzer such as R&S ZNA or R&S ZNBT to be stacked on top of the...

  • Page 88: R&S Zn-Ztxbe Base Extension Box For R&S Zn-Z86X

    R&S ZN-ZTXBE base extension box for R&S ZN-Z86X Figure A-1: R&S ZN-ZTBE base extension box The table below lists the physical dimensions and weight of the R&S ZN-ZTBE base extension box for R&S ZN-Z86. Table A-1: R&S ZN-ZTBE specifications Specifications Description Maximum Load (for fully equiped R&S ZNBT)
  • Page 89 ® Base extension boxes R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X R&S ZN-ZTXBE base extension box for R&S ZN-Z86X Figure A-2: R&S ZN-ZTXBE base extension box The table below lists the physical dimensions and weight of the R&S ZN-ZTXBE base extension box for R&S ZN-Z86X.

  • Page 90: B Semi-Rigid Rf Cable Sets

    ® Semi-rigid RF cable sets R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Semi-rigid RF cable sets The semi-rigid cable sets offered by Rohde & Schwarz establish high-quality RF connections between a VNA and one or two switch matrices, stacked on a bench top. Cable sets R&S ZN-ZA26, R&S ZN-ZB26 and R&S ZNZT26 are designed for R&S ZNA, R&S ZNB and R&S ZNBT respectively.
  • Page 91 All contained semi-rigid cables support frequencies up to 26 GHz and are equip- ped with 2.92 mm (f/m) connectors (female at the VNA, male at the matrix side). Table B-1: R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X optional RF cable sets for benchtop operation Switch matrix Cables Type Order no.

  • Page 92: List Of Commands

    ® List of commands R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X List of commands *IDN?............................71 *OPT?............................72 *RST.............................69 *SERial?............................72 CONFig:VNAport:MODE......................81 HANDshake:OFF......................... 69 HANDshake:ON........................... 69 HANDshake?..........................69 ROUTe............................75 SET:LAN:DHCP:OFF........................74 SET:LAN:DHCP:ON........................74 SET:LAN:GW..........................74 SET:LAN:HOST:NAMe......................... 73 SET:LAN:INIT..........................75 SET:LAN:IP..........................74 SET:LAN:SNMask........................75 SHOW:DIRectcon:STATus?......................81 SHOW:LAN:DHCP?........................74 SHOW:LAN:GW?......................... 74 SHOW:LAN:HOST:NAMe?......................73...
  • Page 93 ® List of commands R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X TRIGger:STATe..........................79 WRITE:MXINI..........................82 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...

  • Page 94: Index

    ® Index R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Index Symbols MAC address ........73 Subnet mask ........75 *IDN ............71 LAN Settings *OPT ............72 Apply ........... 75 *RST ............69 Default Gateway ......... 74 *SERial ............ 72 Matrix test ports ........26 Brochures ..........13 Matrix VNA ports ........
  • Page 95 ® Index R&S ZN-Z86/ZN-Z86X Rear panel .......... 28 Remote control interface .....65 User settings Save ............82 Warning messages ........9 User Manual 1179.6095.02 ─ 06...

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