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- Page 1 R&S NRP-Zx7 Power Sensor Modules Getting Started (>\AÛ2) 1444177702 Version 02...
- Page 2 This document describes the following models: ● R&S ® NRP-Z47 (1444.1748K02) ● R&S ® NRP-Z37 (1169.3206.02) ● R&S ® NRP-Z27 (1169.4102.02) © 2025 Rohde & Schwarz Muehldorfstr. 15, 81671 Muenchen, Germany Phone: +49 89 41 29 - 0 Email: info@rohde-schwarz.com Internet: www.rohde-schwarz.com Subject to change –...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
R&S NRP-Zx7 Contents Contents 1 Safety and regulatory information........5 1.1 Safety instructions................5 1.2 Labels on the product................6 1.3 Warning messages in the documentation.......... 7 1.4 Where to find key documents on Rohde & Schwarz......7 2 Welcome................. 8 2.1 Documentation overview.............. - Page 4 R&S NRP-Zx7 Contents 3.7.2 Computer....................19 3.7.3 Android smartphone or tablet with USB type C........23 4 Sensor tour................25 4.1 RF connector..................26 4.2 Host interface..................27 4.3 RF output..................... 27 4.4 Status information................27 4.5 Trigger I/O connector................28 5 Operating concepts............. 29 5.1 R&S NRP‑Toolkit.................
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Page 5: Safety And Regulatory Information
R&S NRP-Zx7 Safety and regulatory information Safety instructions Safety and regulatory information The product documentation helps you use the product safely and efficiently. Fol- low the instructions provided here and in the following sections. Intended use The R&S NRP-Zx7 power sensor module is intended for accurate power mea- surements in R&D and calibration labs. -
Page 6: Labels On The Product
R&S NRP-Zx7 Safety and regulatory information Labels on the product Use the product only for its intended use and within its performance limits. Inten- ded use and limits are described in the product documentation such as the speci- fications document, manuals and the printed "Safety Instructions" document. If you are unsure about the appropriate use, contact Rohde &... -
Page 7: Warning Messages In The Documentation
R&S NRP-Zx7 Safety and regulatory information Where to find key documents on Rohde & Schwarz "Meaning of safety labels" on page 6. ● Environment safety Table 1-1. ● Identification of the product A label on the product shows the device ID, a combination of the device name and the serial number of the product. -
Page 8: Welcome
R&S NRP-Zx7 Welcome Documentation overview Welcome This section provides an overview of the user documentation and an introduction to the sensor. In the manuals, the terms sensor and power sensor module are used synony- mously. Documentation overview This section provides an overview of the R&S NRP-Zx7 user documentation. Unless specified otherwise, you find the documents at: www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/nrp-zx7 Further documents are available at:... -
Page 9: Printed Safety Instructions
R&S NRP-Zx7 Welcome Documentation overview 2.1.3 Printed safety instructions Provides safety information in many languages. The printed document is deliv- ered with the product. 2.1.4 Instrument security procedures Deals with security issues when working with the R&S NRP-Zx7 in secure areas. It is available for download on the internet. -
Page 10: Key Features
R&S NRP-Zx7 Welcome Key features The open source acknowledgment document is provided on the software CD- ROM, included in the delivery. www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/nrp-zx7 Key features The R&S NRP-Zx7 power sensor module is especially designed for level calibra- tion performed with an R&S measuring receiver of the R&S FSMR series. The R&S NRP-Zx7 acts as a highly accurate reference for determining the absolute power level. -
Page 11: Preparing For Use
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Choosing the operating site Preparing for use Here, you can find basic information about setting up the product for the first time. ● Unpacking and checking................. 11 ● Choosing the operating site................11 ● Considerations for test setup................ -
Page 12: Considerations For Test Setup
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Considerations for test setup 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 13: Connecting To A Dut
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a DUT Preventing incorrect measurement results In setups where you do not connect the RF output to an instrument, terminate the RF output with a matched load with a standing wave ratio (SWR) smaller than 1.05. -
Page 14: Powering The Sensor
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Powering the sensor 2. NOTICE! Do not touch the inner conductor of the RF connector. See "Prevent- ing electrostatic discharge (ESD)" on page 13. Inspect both RF connectors carefully. Look for metal particles, contaminants and defects. If either RF connector is damaged, do not proceed, because the risk of dam- aging the mating connector is too high. -
Page 15: Connecting An Interface Cable To The Host Interface
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host Connecting an interface cable to the host inter- face For connecting the sensor to a host, use the host interface. See also Section 4.2, "Host interface", on page 27. R&S NRP‑Z47 model: The required cable depends on the host. -
Page 16: Base Units And Rohde & Schwarz Instruments
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host 3.7.1 Base units and Rohde & Schwarz instruments You can use the following instruments as a controlling host: ● R&S FSMR series Section 3.7.1.1, "R&S FSMR series", on page 16. ●... - Page 17 R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host 1 = Signal source 2 = Sensor supported by laboratory jack 3 = Host interface 4 = RF output 5 = R&S FSMR 6 = Sensor input of the R&S FSMR 7 = RF input of the R&S FSMR 1.
- Page 18 R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host ● R&S NRP‑Z47 model: R&S NRP‑ZK6 cable to connect the sensor to the R&S NRX. A suitable cable is in the scope of delivery. ● R&S NRX Setup ‑ Z47 with an R&S NRX base unit Figure 3-3: R&S NRP 1 = Signal source 2 = Sensor supported by laboratory jack...
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Page 19: Computer
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host 3.7.2 Computer If the controlling host is a computer, you can establish the connection using: ● Host interface Section 3.7.2.2, "Using a simple USB connection", on page 19. Section 3.7.2.3, "Using R&S NRP‑Z5 sensor hub setup", on page 21. - Page 20 R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host Setup ‑ Z47 with an R&S NRP ‑ ZKU cable Figure 3-4: R&S NRP 1 = Signal source 2 = Sensor 3 = Host interface 4 = Terminated RF output 6 = USB connector 7 = Computer with installed VISA driver or R&S NRP‑Toolkit 1.
- Page 21 R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host 3.7.2.3 Using R&S NRP‑Z5 sensor hub setup The R&S NRP‑Z5 sensor hub (high-speed USB 2.0) can host up to four sensors and provides simultaneous external triggering to all connected sensors. Required equipment ●...
- Page 22 R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host Setup ROHDE & SCHWARZ NRP-Z5 SENSOR HUB ‑ Z47 with an R&S NRP-Z5 sensor hub Figure 3-5: R&S NRP 1 = Connect to AC power supply. 2 = External power supply unit 3 = Connect to a computer.
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Page 23: Android Smartphone Or Tablet With Usb Type C
R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host 5. Connect the external power supply unit to the R&S NRP‑Z5 and to an AC sup- ply connector. 6. If you want to use an external trigger source, connect the trigger input of the R&S NRP‑Z5 sensor hub to the trigger source using a BNC cable. - Page 24 R&S NRP-Zx7 Preparing for use Connecting to a controlling host Setup ‑ Z47 with an R&S NRP ‑ ZKC cable Figure 3-6: R&S NRP 1 = Signal source 2 = Sensor 3 = Host interface 4 = Terminated RF output 6 = USB type C connector 7 = Android smartphone with installed R&S Power Viewer Mobile 1.
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Page 25: Sensor Tour
R&S NRP-Zx7 Sensor tour Sensor tour This section provides an overview of the available connectors and LEDs of the sensor. ‑ Z47 model Figure 4-1: R&S NRP 1 = RF connector, see Section 4.1, "RF connector", on page 26 2 = RF connector information, color-coded 3 = Operating limits and damage levels 4 = RF output, see Section 4.3, "RF... -
Page 26: Rf Connector
R&S NRP-Zx7 Sensor tour RF connector ‑ Z27, R&S NRP ‑ Z37 models Figure 4-2: R&S NRP 1 = RF connector, see Section 4.1, "RF connector", on page 26 2 = Permanently attached cable with host interface, see Section 4.2, "Host interface", on page 27 3 = RF output, see... -
Page 27: Host Interface
R&S NRP-Zx7 Sensor tour Status information Host interface Used to connect the sensor and a host. R&S NRP‑Z47 model: An external cable is needed. The R&S NRP‑ZK6 cable is delivered with the sen- sor. See "To connect a cable to the host interface of the sensor" on page 15. -
Page 28: Trigger I/O Connector
R&S NRP-Zx7 Sensor tour Trigger I/O connector Table 4-2: Possible states Color Illumination State White Steady Idle The sensor performs no measurement and is ready for operation. White Fast flashing Firmware update or reboot is in progress. When the firmware update or reboot is fin- ished, the LED changes to glowing white steadily, indicating the idle state. -
Page 29: Operating Concepts
R&S NRP-Zx7 Operating concepts R&S NRP‑Toolkit Operating concepts ● R&S NRP‑Toolkit.....................29 ● Remote control....................31 ● R&S FSMR......................32 ● R&S NRX......................32 ● R&S NRPV......................33 ● R&S Power Viewer..................34 ● R&S Power Viewer Mobile................35 R&S NRP‑Toolkit Before you start using an R&S sensor or sensor module, we recommend installing the latest R&S NRP‑Toolkit. -
Page 30: System Requirements
R&S NRP-Zx7 Operating concepts R&S NRP‑Toolkit 5.1.2 System requirements Hardware requirements: ● Desktop computer or laptop, or an Intel-based Apple Mac For supported Microsoft Windows versions, see the release notes. 5.1.3 R&S NRP‑Toolkit for Windows The R&S NRP‑Toolkit installer for Windows-based systems contains the compo- nents described in the release notes. -
Page 31: Remote Control
R&S NRP-Zx7 Operating concepts Remote control 3. Accept the license terms to continue with the installation. 4. Click "Next" and complete the installation process. To uninstall the R&S NRP‑Toolkit Use the Windows functionality for removing apps and features. The R&S NRP‑Toolkit itself has no uninstall functionality. Remote control You can remote control the R&S NRP-Zx7 easily. -
Page 32: R&S Fsmr
R&S NRP-Zx7 Operating concepts R&S NRX R&S FSMR The required equipment and the setup are described in Section 3.7.1.1, "R&S FSMR series", on page 16. For information on measurements, see the user manual of the R&S FSMR series. R&S NRX The required equipment and the setup are described in Section 3.7.1.2, "R&S NRX base... -
Page 33: R&S Nrpv
R&S NRP-Zx7 Operating concepts R&S NRPV R&S NRPV The R&S NRPV enables you to measure power in all available measurement modes. Also, you can use up to four sensors simultaneously. The R&S NRPV software is a separate standalone installation package. The installation package is provided on the Rohde &... -
Page 34: R&S Power Viewer
R&S NRP-Zx7 Operating concepts R&S Power Viewer R&S Power Viewer The R&S Power Viewer is software that simplifies many measurement tasks. The R&S Power Viewer is a separate standalone installation package. The instal- lation package is provided on the Rohde & Schwarz website at: www.rohde-schwarz.com/software/nrp-zx7 Setup 1. -
Page 35: R&S Power Viewer Mobile
R&S NRP-Zx7 Operating concepts R&S Power Viewer Mobile R&S Power Viewer Mobile The R&S Power Viewer Mobile extends the functionality of the R&S Power Viewer to Android-based devices, such as a smartphone and tablets. For connecting the sensor to Android mobile phones with USB type C con- nector, use an R&S NRP‑ZKC cable. -
Page 36: Remote Control Interfaces And Protocols
R&S NRP-Zx7 Remote control interfaces and protocols USB interface Remote control interfaces and protocols For remote control, communication between the sensors and the controlling host is established based on various interfaces and protocols. USB interface Connect the computer and the sensors as described in: ●... -
Page 37: Nrp Legacy Protocol
R&S NRP-Zx7 Remote control interfaces and protocols USB interface product. It is based on the product address and some product- and vendor-spe- cific information. The syntax of the used USB resource string is: USB[board]::<vendor ID>::<product ID>::<serial number>[::INSTR] ● <vendor ID> is the vendor ID for Rohde & Schwarz, 0x0AAD. ●... -
Page 38: Contacting Customer Support
R&S NRP-Zx7 Contacting customer support 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 39: Index
R&S NRP-Zx7 Index Index Electrostatic discharge (ESD) ....13 Android device R&S Power Viewer Mobile ....35 Getting started ........... 8 Application cards ........9 Application notes ........9 Instrument security procedures ....9 Intended use ..........5 Brochures ..........9 Interface Overview .......... - Page 40 R&S NRP-Zx7 Index R&S NRP‑Toolkit ........29 Components for Windows-based sys- tems ............ 30 Installation under Windows ....30 System requirements ......30 Versions ..........29 R&S NRP‑Z5 ........... 21 R&S NRPV ..........33 R&S NRX ..........32 Setup ..........17 R&S Power Viewer ........
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