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No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, or recorded by any information storage or retrieval system, without permission in writing by Aeroflex Ltd. (hereafter referred to throughout the document as 'Aeroflex'). Printed in the UK Document no.
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All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies. This guide is issued as part of a 4921, 4931 or 4932 RF Shield Ordering package. The ordering numbers for the product and the RF Shield...
......xx Declaration of EU Conformity Chapter 1 Overview ....2 About the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
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Scope of delivery Getting acquainted with the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields ....... . . 8 Securing the lid .
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......31 Equipment return instructions Appendix C Software licence and warranty Publication history 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
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Table of contents viii 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
This section contains the following information: – ’Purpose and scope’ on page x – ’Assumptions’ on page x – ’Related information’ on page x – ’Technical assistance’ on page x – ’Conventions’ on page xi 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Assumptions This guide is intended for novice, intermediate, and experienced users who want to use the the 4921, 4931 or 4932 RF Shield effectively and efficiently. We are assuming that you have basic computer and mouse/track ball experience and are familiar with basic telecommunication concepts and terminology.
A vertical bar | means “or”: platform [a|b|e] only one option can appear in a single command. Square brackets [ ] indicate login [platform name] an optional argument. Slanted brackets < > group <password> required arguments. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
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A plus sign + indicates Press Ctrl+s simultaneous keystrokes. A comma indicates Press Alt+f,s consecutive keystrokes. A slanted bracket indicates On the menu bar, click choosing a submenu from Start > Program Files. menu. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Safety notes This chapter provides the safety notes for the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following: – ’Precautions’ on page xiv – ’External power supply (4932 only)’ on page xvi – ’Safety class’ on page xvii –...
This equipment has been designed and manufactured by Aeroflex to perform measurements on RF systems. If the equipment is not used in a manner specified by Aeroflex, or if it is damaged, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Storage temperature: -20–85 °C Humidity: 93% RH max, non-condensing Do not interrupt the protective conductor Risk of electric shock Any interruption of the protective conductor to the external power supply may result in electric shock. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Safety class The 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields are built and tested in line with DIN 57411 part 1 (protective measures for electronic test equipment). The instrument complies with safety class I; it left the factory in a perfectly safe condition for operation.
4932 RF Shield. WARNING Customized back panel The 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields comply with the requirements of BS EN 61010-1 when used with the standard, unmodified back panel. In some cases users may wish to use a customized back panel to route signals in and out of the shielded enclosure.
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Contact springs and sealing string have to be replaced after 50,000 open/close cycles at the latest, or even earlier depending on usage and contamination. When replacing these parts adhere to the instructions provided with the Shielding Service Kit. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Official Journal of the European Union; Reference: Safety standard EN 61010-1 and EMC standard EN 61326-1. Copies of the EC declaration of conformity for the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shield boxes are available on request from Aeroflex Ltd. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields...
This chapter provides a general description of the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following: – ’About the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields’ on page 2 – ’Features and capabilities (all models)’ on page 3 –...
About the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields About the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields The 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields provide an RF shielding solution for testing 3G mobile phones as well as data cards and WLAN equipment in large service centers and production lines.
Options The following accessories are available: Table 3 Accessories for RF shields Order number Description AG300850 Rear panel for customization of 4921, 4931 or 4932 AG382804 Shielded RF cable (N–N), 1.5 m for 4921/4931/4932 (high-performance Sucoflex 104 cable) AG248349 Shielding Service Kit for 4921...
There is also a range of couplers and shuttles available to accommodate most mobile phones, PDAs and tablets. Further information For full details refer to the relevant 4921, 4931 or 4932 data sheet at www.aeroflex.com. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields...
Installation Chapter 2 This chapter describes how to set up the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields. The topics discussed in this chapter are: – ’Scope of delivery’ on page 6 – ’Getting acquainted with the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields’...
Chapter 2 Installation Scope of delivery Scope of delivery When unpacking the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields, check that the following items are included: – RF Shield – USB cable (type ‘A’ plug and type ‘B’ plug) – RF cable N–N –...
Getting acquainted with the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields Getting acquainted with the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields The 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields have a lid that is opened and closed with the blue handle. Take note of the safety advice on the lid.
Getting acquainted with the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields Securing the The front latch on the 4921 and 4931secures the lid closed. Leave the lid open when the shield is not in use. The 4932 has a captive screw at the front right-hand side of the lid.
Connecting the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields Connecting the 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields The 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields provide an N-type connector on the rear panel for external test equipment, for example, the Aeroflex 4400 Mobile Phone tester series. Connect the RF shield to your measurement instrument with the RF cable supplied.
Installing the 4914/4916/4918 Antenna Coupler in the RF shield The 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields are equipped to hold the 4914/4916/4918 Antenna Coupler in a defined position. To install the antenna coupler in the RF shield, proceed as follows: 1 Place the antenna coupler in the shield box and push it between the clamps.
4 If you want to control the RF shield from an external computer (for example, using the 7310 Lector-Scriptor soft- ware, see Appendix A), use the USB cable (supplied) to connect the RF shield to the computer. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
This chapter describes how to operate the 4932 RF Shield. Topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – ’Solenoid operation’ on page 14 – ’Opening the lid’ on page 16 – ’Closing the lid’ on page 16 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
– Error LED (red) – flashes when the RF shield requires maintenance (occurs after a number of open-close cycles, when springs and gaskets need to be renewed to ensure proper shielding). – Lock LED (green) – lights when the lid is firmly closed. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
– USB plug – B-type connector for the interface to a computer (used for remote control). On-off button Switch on the 4932 RF Shield at the on-off button. The blue Power LED lights (if it does not, check the power connection). 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
The 4932 RF Shield keeps the lid closed using a solenoid at the front. Loose metal objects such as keys may be attracted to the magnet, and magnetic stripe cards may be erased. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Maintenance Chapter 4 This chapter describes how to maintain your RF shield. Topics discussed in this chapter are as follows: – ’The Shielding Service Kit option’ on page 18 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Chapter 4 Maintenance The Shielding Service Kit option The Shielding Service Kit option The 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields offer a reliable and robust design and a high guaranteed number of open-close cycles (50,000). For further enhancing longevity by regular...
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– ’Introduction’ on page 20 – ’Software driver’ on page 20 – ’Remote control syntax’ on page 21 – ’Standard commands’ on page 22 – ’Functional commands’ on page 28 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
This appendix explains the necessary software driver and the commands for custom software. Software driver The necessary software driver can be loaded from the Aeroflex website containing product information about the 4932 RF Shield. If you need assistance or have questions related to the use of this product, call Aeroflex’s technical support.
Example: The query :SYSTem:ERRor? can be sent as :SYSTEM:ERROR? or :System:Error? or syst:err?, but not as syste:error? The command interpreter itself is case-insensitive. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Standard Event Status Enable *ESE? Description Sets the enable filter (mask) of the event status register. Parameters Value of event mask (0 .. 255) (command only) Returns The event mask as integer (query only) 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Parameters none Returns "<Manufacturer>, <Model>, <Serialnumber>, <Version>" where <Manufacturer> = Aeroflex <Model> = 4932 <Serialnumber> = Serial number of the RF shield <Version> = Firmware version of the RF shield, format xx.yy.zz e.g. 00.01.00 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Description Resets the RF shield. All parameters are set to the internally predefined default values. Parameters none WARNING This command may cause the lid to open automatically if it was closed. Keep clear of the lid during operation. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
*ESE. Bit 6: Request service status; enables the telegram “SRQ” to be sent. Bit 7: reserved Parameters none Returns Value of the service request enable register (query only) 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Test Query Description Only query possible. Parameters none Returns Result of self test. WARNING This command may cause the lid to open automatically if it was closed. Keep clear of the lid during operation. 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Parameters none Returns none SYSTem:ERRor Description Requests the latest error in error queue and removes the item. Only available as a query. Returns <error string> contains number and description like 0; "No error" 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Returns Current lock status as string. Possible results are: "open", "intermediate", "halflocked", "locked", "released" LOCK:COUNt? Description Queries the current lock counter for open/close cycles. Only available as a query. Returns Current lock count as decimal number like 12345 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
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Appendix A Remote control of the 4932 RF Shield Functional commands 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Repair Appendix B This chapter describes how to return the equipment to Aeroflex. Equipment return instructions Please contact your local service center for Aeroflex products via telephone or web site for return or reference authorization to accompany your equipment. For each piece of equipment...
Aeroflex on request. If the original container is not available, the unit should be carefully packed so that it will not be damaged in transit. Aeroflex is not liable for any damage that may occur during shipping. The customer should clearly mark the Aeroflex-issued RA or reference number on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid and insured to Aeroflex.
SOFTWARE LICENCE AND WARRANTY This document is an Agreement between the user of this Licensed Software, the Licensee, and Aeroflex Limited (‘Aeroflex’), the Licensor. By installing or commencing to use the Licensed Software you accept the terms of this Agreement. If you do not agree to the terms of this Agreement do not use the Licensed Software.
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Aeroflex’s 3000 Series PXI product range 2. LICENCE FEE The Licensee shall pay the Licence Fee to Aeroflex in accordance with the terms of the contract between the Licensee and Aeroflex. 3. TERM This Agreement shall be effective from the date of receipt or download (where applicable) of the Licensed Software by the Licensee and shall continue in force until terminated under the provisions of Clause 8.
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Appendix C Software licence and warranty Neither the Licensed Software nor any information provided by Aeroflex to the Licensee nor any licence and rights granted hereunder, sold, leased, assigned, sublicensed, electronically distributed, timeshared or otherwise transferred, in whole or in part by the Licensee other than as specified in this Licence without the prior written consent of Aeroflex.
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PXI Drivers and PXI Executable Applications as necessary for use with 3000 Series PXI modules acquired by the Licensee from Aeroflex or its authorized distributor or reseller provided that the Licensee may not sell or charge a fee for the PXI Drivers and PXI Executable Applications.
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Licensee shall indemnify Aeroflex against all claims costs and damages incurred and that Aeroflex is given prompt written notice of such claim and given information, reasonable assistance and sole authority to defend or settle such claim on behalf of the Licensee. In the...
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Licensed Software at the commencement of this Agreement. Aeroflex shall not be liable to the Licensee for any loss of use or for loss of profits or of contracts arising directly or indirectly out of any such infringement of patent, registered design, trademark or copyright.
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252.227-7013 or subparagraphs (c)(1) and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable. 12. NOTICES Any notice to be given by the Licensee to Aeroflex shall be addressed to: Aeroflex Limited, Longacres House, Six Hills Way, Stevenage, SG1 2AN, 13. LAW AND JURISDICTION This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of England and shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
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Appendix C Software licence and warranty 4921, 4931 and 4932 RF Shields www.valuetronics.com...
Safety update revision at Stevenage. Issue 2 Relocated lid release button. Aeroflex and its logo are trademarks of Aeroflex Incorporated. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.
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As we are always seeking to improve our products, the information in this document gives only a general indication of the product capacity, performance and suitability, none of which shall form part of any contract. We reserve the right to make design changes without notice. All trademarks are acknowledged. Parent company Aeroflex, Inc. web: www.aeroflex.com Email: info-test@aeroflex.com April 2013 www.valuetronics.com...
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