Rohde&Schwarz SMW200A User manual

R&S®SMW-K555

Bandwidth Extension

User Manual

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Version 03

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This document describes the following software options and accessory options:

●R&S®SMW-K555 Bandwidth Extension (1414.6229.xx)

●R&S®SMW-ZKK Combiner Kit 40 GHz (1434.7908.02)

●R&S®SMW-ZKV Combiner Kit 67 GHz (1434.7989.02)

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The following abbreviations are used throughout this manual: R&S®SMW200A is abbreviated as R&S SMW.

Contents

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Contents

1 Welcome to the Bandwidth Extension option..................................... 5

1.1 Key features...................................................................................................................5

1.2 Accessing the Bandwidth Extension dialog...............................................................6

1.3 What's new.....................................................................................................................6

1.4 Documentation overview..............................................................................................6

1.4.1 Getting started manual....................................................................................................6

1.4.2 User manuals and help................................................................................................... 7

1.4.3 Tutorials...........................................................................................................................7

1.4.4 Service manual............................................................................................................... 7

1.4.5 Instrument security procedures.......................................................................................7

1.4.6 Printed safety instructions............................................................................................... 7

1.4.7 Data sheets and brochures............................................................................................. 8

1.4.8 Release notes and open source acknowledgment (OSA).............................................. 8

1.4.9 Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc...................................................8

1.4.10 Videos............................................................................................................................. 8

1.5 Scope............................................................................................................................. 9

1.6 Notes on screenshots...................................................................................................9

2 About the Bandwidth Extension option.............................................10

2.1 Required options.........................................................................................................10

2.2 About Bandwidth Extension...................................................................................... 10

3 Generating RF signals with extended bandwidth............................. 13

3.1 Test setups...................................................................................................................13

3.1.1 Single R&S SMW with sensor.......................................................................................14

3.1.2 Single R&S SMW with signal analyzer..........................................................................15

3.1.3 Dual R&S SMW with sensor......................................................................................... 15

3.1.4 Dual R&S SMW with signal analyzer............................................................................ 16

3.2 Connecting the R&S SMW..........................................................................................17

3.2.1 Connecting a single R&S SMW.................................................................................... 17

3.2.2 Connecting multiple R&S SMW instruments.................................................................20

3.3 Configuring the R&S SMW......................................................................................... 22

3.4 Generating signals with extended bandwidth..........................................................34

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4 Bandwidth Extension configuration and settings............................ 39

4.1 General settings.......................................................................................................... 39

4.2 Setup file editor settings............................................................................................ 42

4.2.1 Common settings.......................................................................................................... 43

4.2.2 RF ports settings........................................................................................................... 44

4.2.3 Align RF ports configuration settings............................................................................ 46

4.3 Setup info and alignment settings............................................................................ 48

4.3.1 Setup alignment settings...............................................................................................48

4.3.2 Current corrections settings.......................................................................................... 50

4.4 Align setup wizard settings........................................................................................52

5 Remote control commands.................................................................55

5.1 General commands.....................................................................................................56

5.2 Alignment commands.................................................................................................57

5.3 User correction commands........................................................................................61

List of commands................................................................................ 64

Index......................................................................................................65

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1 Welcome to the Bandwidth Extension option

The R&S SMW-K555 option Bandwidth Extension is a firmware application that allows

extension of the modulation bandwidth to up to 4 GHz.

This user manual contains a description of the functionality that the application pro-

vides, including remote control operation.

All functions not discussed in this manual are the same as in the base unit and are

described in the R&S SMW user manual. The latest version is available at:

www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/SMW200A

Installation

You can find detailed installation instructions in the delivery of the option or in the

R&S SMW service manual.

1.1 Key features

●Extension of the modulation bandwidth of an RF signal to up to 4 GHz

●Support of single instrument setups and dual instrument setups:

– Single R&S SMW instrument setup with extended bandwidth from RF paths A

and B

– Dual R&S SMW instrument setup with extended bandwidth from single RF

paths of each instrument

●Support of output clock rates of up to 4.8 GHz

●Automatic alignment for synchronization of the RF output signal:

– RF ports alignment including local oscillator (LO) phase corrections

– Bandwidth extension setup alignment including RF level corrections and skew

corrections due to different cable lengths

●Support of baseband signals for ARB and the following digital standards:

– Multi Carrier Continuous Wave (MCCW) Signal Generation (R&S SMW-K61)

– OFDM Signal Generation (R&S SMW-K114)

– IEEE 802.11ad/ay (R&S SMW-K177)

●Support of Frontend Control (R&S SMW-K553) and external frontends to transmit

upconverted RF signals with 4 GHz bandwidth

Key features

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1.2 Accessing the Bandwidth Extension dialog

To open the dialog with Bandwidth Extension settings

1. In the block diagram of the R&S SMW, select "System Config > System Configura-

tion".

2. Select "Multi Instrument > Bandwidth Extension".

The dialog provides general settings for bandwidth extension.

The signal generation is not started immediately. To start signal generation with the

default settings, select "State > On".

1.3 What's new

This manual describes firmware version FW 5.20.043.xx and later of the

R&S®SMW200A.

Compared to the previous version, it provides the new features listed below.

●Extended bandwidth using a single R&S SMW instrument, see Chapter 3.1, "Test

setups", on page 13 and Chapter 3.2.1, "Connecting a single R&S SMW",

on page 17.

●Extended bandwidth using multiple R&S SMW instruments, see Chapter 3.1, "Test

setups", on page 13 and Chapter 3.2.2, "Connecting multiple R&S SMW instru-

ments", on page 20.

●Compatibility of option R&S SMW-K555 with option R&S SMW-K177 to generate

4 GHz bandwidth 802.11ay signals, see Chapter 1.1, "Key features", on page 5.

●Editorial changes

1.4 Documentation overview

This section provides an overview of the R&S SMW user documentation. Unless speci-

fied otherwise, you find the documents at:

www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/smw200a

1.4.1 Getting started manual

Introduces the R&S SMW and describes how to set up and start working with the prod-

uct. Includes basic operations, typical measurement examples, and general informa-

tion, e.g. safety instructions, etc. A printed version is delivered with the instrument.

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1.4.2 User manuals and help

Separate manuals for the base unit and the software options are provided for down-

load:

●Base unit manual

Contains the description of all instrument modes and functions. It also provides an

introduction to remote control, a complete description of the remote control com-

mands with programming examples, and information on maintenance, instrument

interfaces and error messages. Includes the contents of the getting started manual.

●Software option manual

Contains the description of the specific functions of an option. Basic information on

operating the R&S SMW is not included.

The contents of the user manuals are available as help in the R&S SMW. The help

offers quick, context-sensitive access to the complete information for the base unit and

the software options.

All user manuals are also available for download or for immediate display on the Inter-

net.

1.4.3 Tutorials

The R&S SMW provides interactive examples and demonstrations on operating the

instrument in form of tutorials. A set of tutorials is available directly on the instrument.

1.4.4 Service manual

Describes the performance test for checking compliance with rated specifications, firm-

ware update, troubleshooting, adjustments, installing options and maintenance.

The service manual is available for registered users on the global Rohde & Schwarz

information system (GLORIS):

https://gloris.rohde-schwarz.com

1.4.5 Instrument security procedures

Deals with security issues when working with the R&S SMW in secure areas. It is avail-

able for download on the internet.

1.4.6 Printed safety instructions

Provides safety information in many languages. The printed document is delivered with

the product.

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1.4.7 Data sheets and brochures

The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S SMW. It also lists the

options and their order numbers and optional accessories.

The brochure provides an overview of the instrument and deals with the specific char-

acteristics.

See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/smw200a

1.4.8 Release notes and open source acknowledgment (OSA)

The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the current

firmware version, and describe the firmware installation.

The software makes use of several valuable open source software packages. An open-

source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the used open

source software.

See www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/smw200a

1.4.9 Application notes, application cards, white papers, etc.

These documents deal with special applications or background information on particu-

lar topics.

See www.rohde-schwarz.com/application/smw200a and www.rohde-schwarz.com/

manual/smw200a

1.4.10 Videos

Find various videos on Rohde & Schwarz products and test and measurement topics

on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RohdeundSchwarz

On the menu bar, search for your product to find related videos.

Figure 1-1: Product search on YouTube

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1.5 Scope

Tasks (in manual or remote operation) that are also performed in the base unit in the

same way are not described here.

In particular, it includes:

●Managing settings and data lists, like saving and loading settings, creating and

accessing data lists, or accessing files in a particular directory.

●Information on regular trigger, marker and clock signals and filter settings, if appro-

priate.

●General instrument configuration, such as checking the system configuration, con-

figuring networks and remote operation

●Using the common status registers

For a description of such tasks, see the R&S SMW user manual.

1.6 Notes on screenshots

When describing the functions of the product, we use sample screenshots. These

screenshots are meant to illustrate as many as possible of the provided functions and

possible interdependencies between parameters. The shown values may not represent

realistic usage scenarios.

The screenshots usually show a fully equipped product, that is: with all options instal-

led. Thus, some functions shown in the screenshots may not be available in your par-

ticular product configuration.

Notes on screenshots

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2 About the Bandwidth Extension option

2.1 Required options

The basic equipment layout for Bandwidth Extension includes the options for each

R&S SMW:

●Wideband baseband main module (R&S SMW-B13XT)

●Two path instrument including the following options per instrument path:

– Wideband baseband generator (R&S SMW-B9)

– Baseband extension to 1 GHz RF (R&S SMW-K525)

– Baseband extension to 2 GHz RF (R&S SMW-K527)

●Frequency options:

– First path: Minimum configuration requires R&S SMW-B1006

– Second path: Minimum configuration requires R&S SMW-B2006

For full alignment functionality, we recommend that you install options R&S SMW-

B1020/B2020 or higher, see "Signal generator" on page 13.

●Bandwidth Extension (R&S SMW-K555)

●Optional combiner kit options:

– Combiner Kit 40 GHz (R&S SMW-ZKK)

For RF output frequencies up to 40 GHz

– Combiner Kit 67 GHz (R&S SMW-ZKV)

For RF output frequencies up to 67 GHz

●Optional digital standards supporting extended bandwidth signals:

– Multi Carrier Continuous Wave (MCCW) Signal Generation (R&S SMW-K61)

– OFDM Signal Generation (R&S SMW-K114)

●Optional frontend control (R&S SMW-K553) and an external frontend

For output of upconverted RF signals with extended bandwidth

For more information, see data sheet.

2.2 About Bandwidth Extension

Equipped with option R&S SMW-K555, the R&S SMW allows you to extend band-

widths of I/Q modulated signals.

Principle

A practical approach is to superimpose RF signals with center frequencies close to

each other. The bandwidths of the modulated baseband signal overlap. The figure Fig-

ure 2-1 illustrates the superposition of two adjacent baseband signals band A (band-

width fBW A, center frequency fc A) and band B (bandwidth fBW B, center frequency fc B).

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Figure 2-1: Bandwidth extension without phase corrections

A = Band A

B = Band B

fBW A = Bandwidth band A

fBW B = Bandwidth band B

fBW = Extended bandwidth of band A and band B

fc A = Center frequency band A

fc B = Center frequency band B

fc= Center frequency of band A and band B

fOL = Bandwidth overlap between band A and band B

Ideally, the resulting baseband signal has an extended bandwidth fBW = fBW A + fBW B at

center frequency fc. In reality, destructive interference effects occur at the bandwidth

overlap fOL and result in a signal level drop at fc. To compensate the signal level drop,

phase corrections are added so that signal level of the resulting band A+B is constant

over the whole bandwidth range fBW.

Figure 2-2: Bandwidth extension with phase corrections

A+B = Extended band A+B with corrected overlap

fBW = Extended bandwidth of band A and band B

fc A = Center frequency band A

fc B = Center frequency band B

fc= Center frequency of band A and band B

About phase corrections

You can obtain phase correction data, for example, from a coupled alignment source

after combining the baseband signals. The alignment source can be a power sensor or

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a spectrum analyzer. Also, this alignment source has direct feedback (LAN) to the

baseband signal source that is the R&S SMW. For test setups, see Chapter 3.1, "Test

setups", on page 13.

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3 Generating RF signals with extended band-

width

This chapter provides an overview on how to prepare, configure and operate the

R&S SMW or multiple R&S SMW instruments for generation of extended bandwidth

signals. It covers the following topics:

●Test setups..............................................................................................................13

●Connecting the R&S SMW......................................................................................17

●Configuring the R&S SMW......................................................................................22

●Generating signals with extended bandwidth......................................................... 34

3.1 Test setups

This chapter provides an overview on test setups for bandwidth extension. Test setups

can include one or more R&S SMW vector signal generators. In this description, all test

setups also include a power combiner and a directional coupler.

For alignment of the RF output signal of R&S SMW, you can either use a power sensor

or a vector signal analyzer.

Signal generator

One R&S SMW vector signal generator equipped with relevant options, see Chap-

ter 2.1, "Required options", on page 10.

Instruments equipped with frequency options below R&S SMW-B1020/B2020 have an

electronic reference circuit with limited alignment functionality. For full alignment func-

tionality, we recommend that you install options R&S SMW-B1020/B2020 or higher,

see Table 3-1.

Table 3-1: R&S

SMW variant and alignment performance

Frequency option Reference cir-

cuit

Alignment performance

R&S SMW-B1012/B2012 and

lower

Electronic Measurement device: SIgnal analyzer only

Setup alignment: Level corrections only

RF ports alignment: Full alignment

R&S SMW-B1020/B2020 and

higher

Mechanical Measurement device: SIgnal analyzer or power sen-

sor

Setup alignment: Full alignment

RF ports alignment: Full alignment

Power combiner

To combine RF signals of your test setup, you have to install a power combiner. For

correct operation, use a power combiner that supports the frequency range of your RF

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output signal. For example, use the combiner kit R&S SMW-ZKK, if your test setup

generates RF signals with a maximum frequency of 40 GHz.

Directional coupler

To automate alignment of your test setup, you can use a directional coupler. For cor-

rect operation, use a directional coupler with an output coupling factor that is not higher

than 10 dB. For higher coupling factors, the coupling loss is too large to align power

levels.

Power sensor

To align the power levels for synchronization of the RF output signal ("Align RF Ports"),

use a diode sensor. Using thermal sensors can cause erroneous alignment. For exam-

ple, use a diode sensor of the R&S NRP family. You find the diode sensors on the

product page at:

www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/nrp_s_sn

Signal analyzer

To align the local oscillator (LO) phase for synchronization of the RF output signal

("Align Setup"), use a vector signal analyzer. For correct operation, make sure that this

analyzer supports an analysis bandwidth that fits your RF output signal. For example,

use an R&S FSW equipped with option R&S FSW-B4001 for analysis of up to 4 GHz

bandwidth signals. The minimum required equipment is R&S FSW-B2001 for analysis

of up to 2 GHz bandwidth signals. You find the signal analyzer on the product page at:

www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/fsw

The following test setups are described:

●Single R&S SMW with sensor.................................................................................14

●Single R&S SMW with signal analyzer....................................................................15

●Dual R&S SMW with sensor................................................................................... 15

●Dual R&S SMW with signal analyzer...................................................................... 16

3.1.1 Single R&S SMW with sensor

This test setup includes a single R&S SMW, a power combiner, a directional coupler, a

power sensor and the device under test (DUT).

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R&S SMW

RF B BW 2

RF A BW 1

∑ BW

+Coupler DUT

SENSOR

Power

sensor

Figure 3-1: Test setup: R&S

SMW and power sensor

BW 1 = Bandwidth of the path A output signal

BW 2 = Bandwidth of the path B output signal

Σ BW = Extended bandwidth signal after combining path A and path B output signals

+ = Power combiner

Coupler = Directional coupler

Power sensor = Sensor of the R&S NRP family

SENSOR = Connection between R&S SMW and power sensor

3.1.2 Single R&S SMW with signal analyzer

This test setup includes a single R&S SMW, a power combiner, a directional coupler, a

vector signal analyzer and the device under test (DUT).

R&S SMW

RF B BW 2

RF A BW 1

∑ BW

+DUTCoupler

LAN

Analyzer

Figure 3-2: Test setup: R&S

SMW with signal analyzer

BW 1 = Bandwidth of the path A output signal

BW 2 = Bandwidth of the path B output signal

Σ BW = Extended bandwidth signal after combining path A and path B output signals

+ = Power combiner

Coupler = Directional coupler

Analyzer = Vector signal analyzer, e.g. R&S FSW

LAN = Connection between R&S SMW and vector signal analyzer

3.1.3 Dual R&S SMW with sensor

This test setup includes two R&S SMW instruments, a primary R&S SMW and a sec-

ondary R&S SMW. Also, it includes a power combiner, a directional coupler, a power

sensor and the device under test (DUT).

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∑ BW

R&S SMW 2 RF A/B

BW 2

R&S SMW 1 RF A/B

ADV TRG

ADV CLK

1 GHz Out

1 GHz In

Host RF In

BW 1

Coupler DUT

+

Power

sensor

SENSOR

Figure 3-3: Test setup: R&S

SMW and power sensor

R&S SMW 1 = Primary R&S SMW

R&S SMW 2 = Secondary R&S SMW

BW 1 = Bandwidth of the primary R&S SMW RF output signal

BW 2 = Bandwidth of the secondary R&S SMW RF output signal

Σ BW = Extended bandwidth signal after combining path A and path B output signals

+ = Power combiner

Coupler = Directional coupler

Power sensor = Sensor of the R&S NRP family

SENSOR/Host = Connection between R&S SMW and power sensor

ADV TRG/CLK = Connection to synchronize primary and secondary R&S SMW

1 GHz Out/1GHz In = Connection reference signals between primary R&S SMW and secondary R&S SMW

3.1.4 Dual R&S SMW with signal analyzer

This test setup includes two R&S SMW instruments, a primary R&S SMW and a sec-

ondary R&S SMW. Also, it includes a power combiner, a directional coupler, a vector

signal analyzer and the device under test (DUT).

∑ BW

R&S SMW 2 RF A/B

BW 2

R&S SMW 1 RF A/B

ADV TRG

ADV CLK

1 GHz Out

1 GHz In

Analyzer

LAN

LAN1 GHz Out

LAN RF In

Ref In

BW 1

User 1

Trig In

Coupler DUT

+

Figure 3-4: Test setup: Dual R&S

SMW with signal analyzer

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R&S SMW 1 = Primary R&S SMW

R&S SMW 2 = Secondary R&S SMW

BW 1 = Bandwidth of the primary R&S SMW RF output signal

BW 2 = Bandwidth of the secondary R&S SMW RF output signal

Σ BW = Extended bandwidth signal after combining primary and secondary R&S SMW

RF output signals

+ = Power combiner

Coupler = Directional coupler

Analyzer = Vector signal analyzer, e.g. R&S FSW

LAN = Connection between R&S SMW and vector signal analyzer

ADV TRG/CLK = Connection to synchronize primary and secondary R&S SMW

1 GHz In/1 GHz Out/Ref In = Connection reference signals between primary, secondary R&S SMW and ana-

lyzer

User 1/Trig In = Connection to trigger setup alignment between primary R&S SMW and ana-

lyzer

3.2 Connecting the R&S SMW

3.2.1 Connecting a single R&S SMW

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the R&S SMW with com-

ponents and instruments of a bandwidth extension setup. Connecting procedures for

relevant connector types are summarized. Connecting to these connector types is

analogous for all instruments. The step-by-step instructions cover the following topics:

●"To connect a power combiner" on page 17

●"To connect a directional coupler" on page 19

●"To connect an R&S NRP power sensor" on page 19

●"To connect a signal analyzer" on page 20

To connect a power combiner

The following step-by-step instruction describes how to connect R&S SMW to a power

combiner. Also, it describes how to connect the power combiner and a directional cou-

pler. The R&S SMW is switched on and connected to power.

For prerequisites of the power combiner, see "Power combiner" on page 13.

1. Use high-quality RF cables.

See "Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)" in the R&S SMW

Getting Started.

2. Use short RF cables of equal length for connection between R&S SMW and power

combiner.

3. For correct operation, use one of the following combiner kits:

● R&S SMW-ZKK for RF output signals of up to 44 GHz

● R&S SMW-ZKV for RF output signals of up to 67 GHz

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4. Establish the RF connections.

Step (d) and following steps of this step-by-step instruction assume a connection to

an R&S SMW-ZKV combiner kit. Connecting other power combiners is analogous.

a) Ensure that the RF connector of the R&S SMW is compatible with the RF con-

nectors of the power combiner and the directional coupler.

b) Inspect the RF connectors carefully. Look for metal particles, contaminants and

defects.

If you notice damages at the RF connector, do not proceed, because the risk of

damaging the mating connector is too high.

c) Connect the RF cables.

See chapter "Connecting to RF" in the R&S SMW Getting Started.

d) First, start connecting the cable ends with the power combiner.

e) Connect both the cable ends with the RF output connectors of the R&S SMW.

The figure below shows a power combiner connected to both RF connectors of

a single R&S SMW.

f) Connect the power combiner with the directional coupler.

The tables Table 3-2 and Table 3-3 provide an overview of relevant connections.

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To connect a directional coupler

Use a directional coupler to automate alignment.

For prerequisites of the directional coupler, see "Directional coupler" on page 14.

► Establish the RF connections to the directional coupler as described in the other

step-by-step instructions:

● Direction from the power combiner: "To connect a power combiner" on page 17

● Direction to the measurement device:

– Sensor: "To connect an R&S NRP power sensor" on page 19

– Analyzer: "To connect a signal analyzer" on page 22

The tables Table 3-4 and Table 3-5 provide an overview of relevant connections.

To connect an R&S NRP power sensor

The following step-by-step instruction describes how to connect R&S SMW to an

R&S NRP power sensor as alignment source. Also, it describes how to connect the

power sensor and a directional coupler. The R&S SMW is switched on and connected

to power.

For prerequisites of the power sensor, see "Power sensor" on page 14.

1. Use all cables delivered with the R&S NRP power sensor. Other connections can

require additional cables.

a) For the control connection, use the cable R&S NRP-ZK6 as delivered with the

R&S NRP power sensor.

b) For the RF connection, use a high-quality cable.

See "Cable selection and electromagnetic interference (EMI)" in the R&S SMW

getting started.

2. Insert the host connector of the power sensor into the "SENSOR" of the

R&S SMW.

3. Establish the RF connection between power sensor and directional coupler.

a) Ensure that the RF connector of the directional coupler is compatible with the

RF connector of the power sensor.

b) Inspect both RF connectors carefully. Look for metal particles, contaminants

and defects.

If you notice damages at either RF connector, do not proceed, because the risk

of damaging the mating connector is too high.

c) Insert the RF connector of the power sensor straight into the RF output of the

directional coupler. Take care not to tilt it.

The table Table 3-2 provides an overview of relevant connections.

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Table 3-2: Connections single R&S

SMW with power sensor

Signal R&S SMW Power combiner Power sensor Directional cou-

pler

Sensor con-

trol

"SENSOR" - Host connector -

RF Out "RF A" and "RF B" "RF In"

(from R&S SMW)

RF connector "RF In"

(from power

combiner)

RF In - "RF Out"

(to directional cou-

pler)

"RF Out"

(to power sensor)

For more information, see chapter "Connecting the R&S NRP" in the R&S NRP

Getting Started.

To connect a signal analyzer

The following step-by-step instruction describes how to connect R&S SMW and a

directional coupler to an Rohde & Schwarz signal analyzer as alignment source. The

R&S SMW and signal analyzer are switched on and connected to power.

For prerequisites of the signal analyzer, see "Signal analyzer" on page 14.

1. Connect "RF Input 50Ω" connector of the signal analyzer to the RF output of the

directional coupler.

2. Establish a LAN connection between R&S SMW and signal analyzer.

How to: Chapter "Connecting to LAN" in the R&S SMW user manual

The table Table 3-3 provides an overview of relevant connections.

Table 3-3: Connections single R&S

SMW with signal analyzer

Signal R&S SMW Power combiner Signal analyzer Directional coupler

RF Out "RF A" and "RF B" "RF In"

(from R&S SMW)

- "RF In"

(from power

combiner)

RF In - "RF Out"

(to directional cou-

pler)

"RF Input 50Ω" "RF Out"

(to signal analyzer)

LAN "LAN" - "LAN" -

3.2.2 Connecting multiple R&S SMW instruments

This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for connecting the R&S SMW with com-

ponents and instruments of a bandwidth extension setup. Connecting procedures for

relevant connector types are summarized. Connecting to these connector types is

analogous for all instruments. The step-by-step instructions cover the following topics:

Connecting the R&S SMW

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