Rohde & Schwarz VTS User manual

R&S

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Compact Video Tester

User Manual

Version 14

2116122802

(E@<L2)

This manual describes the R&S

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VTS (2115.7100.02) with firmware version FW 02.20 and later.

In addition to the base unit, all available options are described. For details on options, see the data sheet.

Mühldorfstr. 15, 81671 München, Germany

Phone: +49 89 41 29 - 0

Email: [email protected]

Internet: www.rohde-schwarz.com

Subject to change – Data without tolerance limits is not binding.

R&S

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Trade names are trademarks of the owners.

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Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the

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symbol , e.g. R&S

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VTS is indicated as

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Contents

1 Preface.................................................................................................. 13

1.1 Documentation Overview........................................................................................... 13

1.1.1 Getting Started Manual................................................................................................. 13

1.1.2 User Manuals and Help.................................................................................................13

1.1.3 Tutorials.........................................................................................................................13

1.1.4 Printed Safety Instructions............................................................................................ 13

1.1.5 Data Sheets and Brochures.......................................................................................... 14

1.1.6 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA).......................................... 14

1.1.7 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc..............................................14

1.2 Conventions Used in the Documentation.................................................................14

1.3 Key Features................................................................................................................15

2 Safety and Regulatory Information.................................................... 16

2.1 Safety Instructions......................................................................................................16

2.2 Labels on the Product................................................................................................ 18

2.3 Warning Messages in the Documentation................................................................ 19

2.4 Korea Certification Class B........................................................................................19

3 Operating Concepts.............................................................................20

3.1 Home Screen............................................................................................................... 20

3.2 Basic Layout of the Application Screen................................................................... 22

3.3 On-Screen Actions......................................................................................................25

3.3.1 Using the Toolbar.......................................................................................................... 25

3.3.2 Hiding or Displaying a Parameter Pane........................................................................ 26

3.3.3 Setting Parameters....................................................................................................... 26

3.3.4 Scaling and Evaluating Diagrams................................................................................. 30

3.4 Changing between Open Applications..................................................................... 32

3.5 Presetting the R&S VTS..............................................................................................32

3.6 Managing Your Favorites............................................................................................33

3.7 Getting Help.................................................................................................................34

3.7.1 Displaying Help............................................................................................................. 34

3.7.2 Navigating in the Help................................................................................................... 35

3.8 Operating the R&S VTS in a LAN...............................................................................37

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3.8.1 Connecting the R&S VTS to a Network........................................................................ 38

3.8.2 Connecting the R&S VTS to a Computer......................................................................38

3.8.3 Zero Configuration Networking..................................................................................... 39

3.8.4 Configuring the Network Card.......................................................................................39

3.8.5 Firewall Settings............................................................................................................40

3.9 Setting Up Remote Operation.................................................................................... 41

3.9.1 Using the Remote Desktop........................................................................................... 41

3.9.2 Using a VNC Client....................................................................................................... 43

3.10 Setting Up Remote Control........................................................................................ 44

3.10.1 VISA Libraries............................................................................................................... 44

3.10.2 Remote Control Interfaces and Protocols..................................................................... 45

3.10.3 Basic Procedures.......................................................................................................... 46

3.10.4 Using Raw TCPIP/Sockets........................................................................................... 47

4 Getting Started..................................................................................... 54

4.1 Preparing for Use........................................................................................................ 54

4.1.1 Lifting and Carrying....................................................................................................... 54

4.1.2 Unpacking and Checking.............................................................................................. 54

4.1.3 Choosing the Operating Site......................................................................................... 54

4.1.4 Considerations for Test Setup....................................................................................... 57

4.1.5 Connecting to Power.....................................................................................................57

4.1.6 Connecting External USB Devices................................................................................57

4.1.7 Switching On or Off....................................................................................................... 58

4.1.8 Checking the Provided Options.....................................................................................59

4.1.9 Turn-On Tests................................................................................................................60

4.2 Instrument Tour...........................................................................................................60

4.2.1 Front Panel....................................................................................................................60

4.2.2 Rear Panel.................................................................................................................... 62

4.2.3 Accessories...................................................................................................................75

5 File and Data Management..................................................................79

5.1 Saving and Recalling Instrument Settings............................................................... 80

5.2 Saving and Loading Files...........................................................................................81

5.3 File Dialog.................................................................................................................... 82

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6 Basic Instrument Configurations....................................................... 87

6.1 System Tab.................................................................................................................. 87

6.2 Remote Tab..................................................................................................................89

6.3 License Keys Tab........................................................................................................ 93

6.3.1 Displayed Information and Common Buttons................................................................93

6.3.2 Installing License Keys..................................................................................................95

6.4 SW/HW-Equipment Tab...............................................................................................98

6.5 Hardware Settings Tab..............................................................................................100

6.5.1 Reference Subtab....................................................................................................... 100

6.5.2 Update Subtab............................................................................................................ 101

6.6 Service Tab................................................................................................................ 102

7 AV Distortion Analyzer Application..................................................103

7.1 Main Dialog of the Application.................................................................................103

7.2 Monitor View..............................................................................................................104

7.3 Common Buttons and Dialogs.................................................................................107

7.3.1 Buttons Pane...............................................................................................................107

7.3.2 Set Reference Dialog.................................................................................................. 108

7.3.3 Edit Settings Dialog..................................................................................................... 113

7.3.4 Visible Error Definition Dialog......................................................................................117

7.3.5 Picture Failure Point Dialog.........................................................................................117

7.3.6 Audio Failure Point Definition Dialog...........................................................................118

7.3.7 Freeze Settings Dialog................................................................................................ 118

7.3.8 Rendering Rate Settings Dialog.................................................................................. 118

7.3.9 Latency Settings Dialog...............................................................................................119

7.3.10 Setting Options Dialog................................................................................................ 120

7.4 Input Subtab.............................................................................................................. 120

7.5 Detection Subtab.......................................................................................................123

7.6 List Subtab.................................................................................................................124

7.7 Trace Subtab..............................................................................................................127

7.8 Log Subtab................................................................................................................ 129

8 Video Analyzer Application...............................................................132

8.1 Main Dialog of the Application.................................................................................132

8.2 Input Subtab.............................................................................................................. 132

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8.3 Scope Subtab............................................................................................................ 136

8.4 Vector Subtab............................................................................................................ 142

8.5 Auto Subtab...............................................................................................................145

9 Audio Analyzer Application.............................................................. 158

9.1 Main Dialog of the Application.................................................................................158

9.2 Input Subtab.............................................................................................................. 158

9.3 Ch. Status Subtab..................................................................................................... 163

9.4 Level Subtab..............................................................................................................173

9.5 THD+N Subtab........................................................................................................... 178

9.6 Freq. Resp. Subtab................................................................................................... 180

9.6.1 Common Settings and Commands............................................................................. 180

9.6.2 FFT Spectrum Measurement Mode............................................................................ 181

9.6.3 Frequency Sweep Measurement Mode...................................................................... 183

9.7 SNR Subtab............................................................................................................... 185

9.8 Crosstalk Subtab.......................................................................................................187

9.9 Ch. Phase Subtab......................................................................................................189

9.10 Quality Subtab...........................................................................................................191

9.11 Weighting Filters....................................................................................................... 196

9.12 Suitable Test Signals and Procedures.................................................................... 203

9.12.1 Level Measurement.....................................................................................................204

9.12.2 THD+N Measurement................................................................................................. 205

9.12.3 Frequency Response Measurement........................................................................... 206

9.12.4 Signal to Noise Ratio Measurement............................................................................206

9.12.5 Crosstalk Measurement.............................................................................................. 207

9.12.6 Channel Phase Measurement.....................................................................................207

10 HDMI Applications............................................................................. 208

10.1 HDMI Generator Application.................................................................................... 208

10.1.1 Main Dialog of the Application.....................................................................................208

10.1.2 Output Subtab............................................................................................................. 209

10.1.3 Signal Subtab..............................................................................................................213

10.1.4 HDCP Subtab..............................................................................................................225

10.1.5 InfoFrame Subtab....................................................................................................... 228

10.1.6 EDID Reader Subtab.................................................................................................. 251

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10.1.7 SCDC Subtab..............................................................................................................253

10.1.8 CTS Subtab.................................................................................................................257

10.1.9 CEC Subtab................................................................................................................ 272

10.2 HDMI Analyzer Application...................................................................................... 274

10.2.1 Main Dialog of the Application.....................................................................................275

10.2.2 Input Subtab................................................................................................................275

10.2.3 Video Subtab...............................................................................................................279

10.2.4 Audio Subtab...............................................................................................................282

10.2.5 HDCP Subtab..............................................................................................................285

10.2.6 InfoFrame Subtab....................................................................................................... 288

10.2.7 SCDC Subtab..............................................................................................................290

10.2.8 CTS Subtab.................................................................................................................293

10.2.9 CEC Subtab................................................................................................................ 323

10.3 CEC/DDC Analyzer Application............................................................................... 325

10.3.1 Main Dialog of the Application.....................................................................................326

10.3.2 Configuration Subtab.................................................................................................. 326

10.3.3 Command Subtab....................................................................................................... 328

10.3.4 Tracer Subtab..............................................................................................................335

10.3.5 Addressing the DUT....................................................................................................338

10.3.6 Customizing CEC Command Hotkeys........................................................................ 339

10.4 Content and Codes................................................................................................... 339

10.4.1 Patterns.......................................................................................................................340

10.4.2 HDR Signals................................................................................................................342

10.4.3 Video Codes................................................................................................................345

10.4.4 CEC Communication...................................................................................................356

11 Time Domain Analyzer Application.................................................. 360

11.1 Main Dialog of the Application.................................................................................361

11.2 Input Subtab.............................................................................................................. 362

11.3 Scope Subtab............................................................................................................ 364

11.4 CTS Subtab................................................................................................................372

11.5 Compliance Tests......................................................................................................380

11.5.1 HDMI 1.4..................................................................................................................... 380

11.5.2 HDMI 2.0..................................................................................................................... 394

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12 MHL Applications...............................................................................403

12.1 MHL Generator Application......................................................................................403

12.1.1 Main Dialog of the Application.....................................................................................403

12.1.2 Output Subtab............................................................................................................. 403

12.1.3 Signal Subtab..............................................................................................................405

12.1.4 InfoFrame Subtab....................................................................................................... 417

12.1.5 EDID Reader Subtab.................................................................................................. 428

12.1.6 CTS Subtab.................................................................................................................430

12.1.7 CBUS Subtab..............................................................................................................434

12.2 MHL Analyzer Application........................................................................................437

12.2.1 Main Dialog of the Application.....................................................................................437

12.2.2 Input Subtab................................................................................................................438

12.2.3 Video Subtab...............................................................................................................440

12.2.4 Audio Subtab...............................................................................................................443

12.2.5 HDCP Subtab..............................................................................................................446

12.2.6 InfoFrame Subtab....................................................................................................... 447

12.2.7 CTS Subtab.................................................................................................................450

12.2.8 CBUS Subtab..............................................................................................................457

13 Remote Control Basics......................................................................460

13.1 SCPI Commands and Responses............................................................................460

13.2 SCPI Command Syntax............................................................................................ 461

13.2.1 Syntax for Common Commands................................................................................. 461

13.2.2 Syntax for Device-Specific Commands.......................................................................461

13.2.3 Command Sequence and Synchronization.................................................................468

13.3 Status Reporting System......................................................................................... 468

13.3.1 Hierarchy of Status Registers..................................................................................... 469

13.3.2 Structure of a SCPI Status Register............................................................................470

13.3.3 Contents of the Status Registers................................................................................ 472

13.3.4 Application of the Status Reporting System................................................................475

13.3.5 Reset Values of the Status Reporting Systems...........................................................477

13.4 General Programming Recommendations............................................................. 477

14 Remote Command Reference...........................................................479

14.1 Notation......................................................................................................................479

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14.1.1 Addressing Module Slots............................................................................................ 480

14.2 Common and General Commands.......................................................................... 480

14.2.1 Common Commands.................................................................................................. 481

14.2.2 CALibration Subsystem...............................................................................................486

14.2.3 DIAGnostic Subsystem............................................................................................... 486

14.2.4 HCOPy Subsystem..................................................................................................... 486

14.2.5 INSTrument Subsystem.............................................................................................. 487

14.2.6 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 489

14.2.7 SENSe Subsystem......................................................................................................496

14.2.8 SOURce Subsystem................................................................................................... 497

14.2.9 STATus Subsystem..................................................................................................... 498

14.2.10 SYSTem Subsystem................................................................................................... 502

14.2.11 TEST Subsystem.........................................................................................................511

14.3 AV Distortion Analyzer Application......................................................................... 511

14.3.1 ABORt Subsystem.......................................................................................................511

14.3.2 CLEar Subsystem....................................................................................................... 512

14.3.3 CONFigure Subsystem............................................................................................... 512

14.3.4 DISPlay Subsystem.................................................................................................... 548

14.3.5 INITiate Subsystem.....................................................................................................549

14.3.6 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 549

14.3.7 READ Subsystem....................................................................................................... 551

14.3.8 ROUTe Subsystem......................................................................................................578

14.4 Video Analyzer Application......................................................................................579

14.4.1 Parameters for Composite Input Signals.................................................................... 580

14.4.2 Parameters for Component, HDMI, MHL Input Signal................................................ 587

14.4.3 Test Signals.................................................................................................................595

14.4.4 Status of Measured Parameters................................................................................. 596

14.4.5 CALCulate Subsystem................................................................................................ 597

14.4.6 CONFigure Subsystem............................................................................................... 597

14.4.7 DISPlay Subsystem.................................................................................................... 641

14.4.8 INITiate Subsystem.....................................................................................................644

14.4.9 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 646

14.4.10 READ Subsystem....................................................................................................... 648

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14.4.11 ROUTe Subsystem......................................................................................................667

14.4.12 SENSe Subsystem......................................................................................................669

14.4.13 UNIT Subsystem......................................................................................................... 670

14.5 Audio Analyzer Application..................................................................................... 671

14.5.1 ABORt Subsystem...................................................................................................... 671

14.5.2 CALCulate Subsystem................................................................................................ 672

14.5.3 CONFigure Subsystem............................................................................................... 677

14.5.4 DISPlay Subsystem.................................................................................................... 685

14.5.5 INITiate Subsystem.....................................................................................................686

14.5.6 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 686

14.5.7 READ Subsystem....................................................................................................... 688

14.5.8 ROUTe Subsystem......................................................................................................747

14.5.9 SENSe Subsystem......................................................................................................749

14.6 HDMI Generator Application.................................................................................... 757

14.6.1 ABORt Subsystem...................................................................................................... 758

14.6.2 CONFigure Subsystem............................................................................................... 758

14.6.3 DISPlay Subsystem.................................................................................................... 841

14.6.4 INITiate Subsystem.....................................................................................................841

14.6.5 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 842

14.6.6 READ Subsystem....................................................................................................... 843

14.6.7 ROUTe Subsystem......................................................................................................862

14.7 HDMI Analyzer Application...................................................................................... 863

14.7.1 ABORt Subsystem...................................................................................................... 863

14.7.2 CONFigure Subsystem............................................................................................... 864

14.7.3 DISPlay Subsystem.................................................................................................... 883

14.7.4 INITiate Subsystem.....................................................................................................883

14.7.5 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 884

14.7.6 READ Subsystem....................................................................................................... 887

14.7.7 ROUTe Subsystem......................................................................................................949

14.8 CEC/DDC Analyzer Application............................................................................... 950

14.8.1 ABORt Subsystem...................................................................................................... 951

14.8.2 CLEar Subsystem....................................................................................................... 951

14.8.3 CONFigure Subsystem............................................................................................... 951

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14.8.4 DISPlay Subsystem.................................................................................................... 964

14.8.5 INITiate Subsystem.....................................................................................................964

14.8.6 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 965

14.8.7 READ Subsystem....................................................................................................... 966

14.8.8 ROUTe Subsystem......................................................................................................969

14.9 Time Domain Analyzer Application......................................................................... 970

14.9.1 ABORt Subsystem...................................................................................................... 970

14.9.2 CONFigure Subsystem............................................................................................... 970

14.9.3 DISPlay Subsystem.................................................................................................... 979

14.9.4 INITiate Subsystem.....................................................................................................979

14.9.5 MMEMory Subsystem................................................................................................. 979

14.9.6 READ Subsystem....................................................................................................... 980

14.9.7 ROUTe Subsystem......................................................................................................991

14.9.8 SENSe Subsystem......................................................................................................992

14.9.9 UNIT Subsystem......................................................................................................... 993

14.10 MHL Applications......................................................................................................993

15 Installed Software.............................................................................. 994

15.1 Operating System..................................................................................................... 994

15.1.1 Login........................................................................................................................... 994

15.1.2 Windows 7 Start Menu................................................................................................ 994

15.1.3 Using the Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)................................................ 995

15.2 Additional Software.................................................................................................. 995

15.3 Backup and Restore Application.............................................................................995

15.3.1 Creating a Backup.......................................................................................................997

15.3.2 Restoring a Selected Backup Version.........................................................................998

15.3.3 Deleting a Backup....................................................................................................... 999

16 Troubleshooting............................................................................... 1000

16.1 Issues....................................................................................................................... 1000

16.2 Device-Specific Errors Messages..........................................................................1000

16.3 SCPI Error Messages..............................................................................................1000

16.4 Contacting Customer Support...............................................................................1005

17 Transporting..................................................................................... 1007

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18 Maintenance, Storage and Disposal...............................................1008

18.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................... 1008

18.2 Storage.....................................................................................................................1008

18.3 Disposal................................................................................................................... 1008

List of Commands............................................................................1009

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1 Preface

Provides an overview of the user documentation and the conventions used in the docu-

mentation.

1.1 Documentation Overview

This chapter provides an overview of the R&S VTS user documentation. Unless speci-

fied otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S VTS product page at:

www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/vts

1.1.1 Getting Started Manual

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

uct. Includes a sample application and general information, e.g. safety instructions, etc.

A printed version is delivered with the instrument.

1.1.2 User Manuals and Help

Contains the description of all instrument modes and functions. Also provides an intro-

duction to remote control, a complete description of the remote control commands with

programming examples, and information on maintenance, instrument interfaces and

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

The contents of the user manual is available as help on the R&S VTS. The help offers

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

software options.

For detailed information on how to use the help, refer to the Chapter 3.7, "Getting

Help", on page 34.

1.1.3 Tutorials

Tutorials offer guided examples and demonstrations on operating the R&S VTS. They

are provided on the product page of the internet.

1.1.4 Printed Safety Instructions

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

the product.

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1.1.5 Data Sheets and Brochures

The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S VTS. 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/vts

1.1.6 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 open source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the

used open source software. On the R&S VTS, the open source acknowledgment docu-

ment is provided as PDF file in C:/Program%20Files/Rohde-Schwarz/VTS/

2.11.0/Tools/.

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

1.1.7 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/vts

1.2 Conventions Used in the Documentation

The following conventions are used throughout this documentation.

Typographical conventions

Convention Description

"Graphical user interface elements" All names of graphical user interface elements on

the screen, such as dialogs, menus, options, but-

tons, and softkeys are enclosed by parentheses.

[keys] Key names are written in capital letters.

File names, commands, program code

File names, commands, coding samples and screen

output are distinguished by their font.

Input Input to be entered by the user is displayed in italics.

Links Links are displayed in blue font.

"References" References to other parts of the documentation are

enclosed by parentheses.

Conventions Used in the Documentation

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Conventions for procedure descriptions

When describing how to operate the R&S VTS, several alternative methods may be

available to perform the same task.

The following table gives an overview how the terms for different operating methods

are related.

For more information on operation refer to the Chapter 3, "Operating Concepts",

on page 20.

Table 1-1: Terms used in the documentation

Term used in

documentation

Control in focus Used method and its common term

Mouse pointer in the

display

Keyboard

To click Icon, button To click To press

To double-click Directory, file To double-click To focus and press

[ENTER] key

To select Menu, command, tab, list

entry, parameter value

To click To focus and press

[ENTER] key

To activate/deacti-

vate

Option To click To focus and press

[ENTER] key

To scroll Scroll bar (vertical or horizon-

tal)

To scroll To press [PGUP] or

[PGDN] key

To drag & drop Graphical elements, files To drag & drop -

1.3 Key Features

The R&S VTS video test center is a universal platform for testing video and audio inter-

faces on consumer electronics equipment in R&D where a wide variety of applications

need to be addressed and involve different AV interface technologies. The modular

platform accommodates up to eight test modules and can be equipped with additional

software to optimally suit the requirements of specific applications.

See the Rohde & Schwarz Home Page at http://www.rohde-schwarz.com for informa-

tion on available hardware and software options, data sheet and product brochure,

application notes.

Key Features

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2 Safety and Regulatory Information

The product documentation helps you use the product safely and efficiently. Follow the

instructions provided here and in the Chapter 2.1, "Safety Instructions", on page 16.

Intended use

The product is intended for the development, production and verification of electronic

components and devices in industrial, administrative, and laboratory environments.

Use the product only for its designated purpose. Observe the operating conditions and

performance limits stated in the data sheet.

Where do I find safety information?

Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you of potential dan-

gers and gives instructions on how to prevent personal injury or damage caused by

dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:

●

In Chapter 2.1, "Safety Instructions", on page 16. The same information is provi-

ded in many languages as printed "Safety Instructions". The printed "Safety

Instructions" are delivered with the product.

●

Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to

take care during setup or operation.

2.1 Safety Instructions

Products from the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies are manufactured according

to the highest technical standards. To use the products safely, follow the instructions

provided here and in the product documentation. Keep the product documentation

nearby and offer it to other users.

Use the product only for its intended use and within its performance limits. Intended

use and limits are described in the product documentation such as the data sheet,

manuals and the printed safety instructions. If you are unsure about the appropriate

use, contact Rohde & Schwarz customer service.

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.

If any part of the product is damaged or broken, stop using the product. Never open

the casing of the product. Only service personnel authorized by Rohde & Schwarz are

allowed to repair the product. Contact Rohde & Schwarz customer service at http://

www.customersupport.rohde-schwarz.com.

Lifting and carrying the product

The maximum weight of the product is provided in the data sheet. To move the product

safely, you can use lifting or transporting equipment such as lift trucks and forklifts. Fol-

low the instructions provided by the equipment manufacturer.

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Choosing the operating site

Only use the product indoors. The product casing is not waterproof. Water that enters

can electrically connect the casing with live parts, which can lead to electric shock,

serious personal injury or death if you touch the casing. If Rohde & Schwarz provides a

carrying bag designed for your product, you can use the product outdoors.

Unless otherwise specified, you can operate the product up to an altitude of 2000 m

above sea level. The product is suitable for pollution degree 2 environments where

nonconductive contamination can occur. For more information on environmental condi-

tions such as ambient temperature and humidity, see the data sheet.

Setting up the product

Always place the product on a stable, flat and level surface with the bottom of the prod-

uct facing down. If the product is designed for different positions, secure the product so

that it cannot fall over.

If the product has foldable feet, always fold the feet completely in or out to ensure sta-

bility. The feet can collapse if they are not folded out completely or if the product is

moved without lifting it. The foldable feet are designed to carry the weight of the prod-

uct, but not an extra load.

If stacking is possible, keep in mind that a stack of products can fall over and cause

injury.

If you mount products in a rack, ensure that the rack has sufficient load capacity and

stability. Observe the specifications of the rack manufacturer. Always install the prod-

ucts from the bottom shelf to the top shelf so that the rack stands securely. Secure the

product so that it cannot fall off the rack.

Connecting to power

The product is an overvoltage category II product and has to be connected to a fixed

installation used to supply energy-consuming equipment such as household applian-

ces and similar loads. Be aware that electrically powered products have risks, such as

electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death.

Take the following measures for your safety:

●

Before switching on the product, ensure that the voltage and frequency indicated

on the product match the available power source. If the power adapter does not

adjust automatically, set the correct value and check the rating of the fuse.

●

If a product has an exchangeable fuse, its type and characteristics are indicated

next to the fuse holder. Before changing the fuse, switch off the instrument and dis-

connect it from the power source. How to change the fuse is described in the prod-

uct documentation.

●

Only use the power cable delivered with the product. It complies with country-spe-

cific safety requirements. Only insert the plug into an outlet with protective conduc-

tor terminal.

●

Only use intact cables and route them carefully so that they cannot be damaged.

Check the power cables regularly to ensure that they are undamaged. Also ensure

that nobody can trip over loose cables.

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●

If the product needs an external power supply, use the power supply that is deliv-

ered with the product or that is recommended in the product documentation or a

power supply that conforms to the country-specific regulations.

●

Only connect the product to a power source with a fuse protection of maximum

20 A.

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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.

Cleaning the product

Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the product. When cleaning, keep in mind that the

casing is not waterproof. Do not use liquid cleaning agents.

Meaning of safety labels

Safety labels on the product warn against potential hazards.

Potential hazard

Read the product documentation to avoid personal injury or product damage.

Electrical hazard

Indicates live parts. Risk of electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death.

Hot surface

Do not touch. Risk of skin burns. Risk of fire.

Protective conductor terminal

Connect this terminal to a grounded external conductor or to protective ground. This protects

you against electric shock should an electric problem occur.

Connecting headphones

Take the following measures to prevent hearing damage. Before using headphones,

check the volume and reduce it if necessary. If you monitor varying signal levels, take

off the headphones and wait until the signal has settled. Then adjust the volume.

2.2 Labels on the Product

Labels on the casing inform about:

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Personal safety, see "Meaning of safety labels" on page 18.

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Product and environment safety, see Table 2-1.

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Identification of the product on the type plate.

Labels on the Product

Safety and Regulatory Information

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Table 2-1: Labels regarding product and environment safety

Labeling in line with EN 50419 for disposal of electrical and electronic equipment after the prod-

uct has come to the end of its service life.

For more information, see "Electrical and electronic equipment" on page 1008.

Read the manual for information.

Headphone. Take care with the volume setting, see "Connecting headphones" on page 18.

2.3 Warning Messages in the Documentation

A warning message points out a risk or danger that you need to be aware of. The sig-

nal word indicates the severity of the safety hazard and how likely it will occur if you do

not follow the safety precautions.

WARNING

Potentially hazardous situation

Could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.

CAUTION

Potentially hazardous situation

Could result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.

NOTICE

Potential risks of damage

Could result in damage to the supported product or to other property.

2.4 Korea Certification Class B

이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파 적합기기로서 주로 가정에서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하

며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 있습니다.

Korea Certification Class B

Operating Concepts

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3 Operating Concepts

There are three ways to operate the R&S VTS.

Manual operation

You can manually operate the R&S VTS by using an external monitor, keyboard,

mouse.

Manual operation is also called local operation. The principles of manual operation are

explained in the following sections.

Further information:

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How to connect keyboard and mouse

See Chapter 4.1.6, "Connecting External USB Devices", on page 57.

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What to do if you want to operate an R&S VTS that is used by another user in a

remote operation/control session?

Depends on the session type, see "To end the connection at the R&S VTS"

on page 42, "To end the connection at the R&S VTS" on page 44 or "To switch

to manual operation" on page 47.

Remote operation

The R&S VTS can be remote-operated from an external computer. After the connec-

tion is set up, the screen content of the R&S VTS is displayed on the monitor of the

external computer. You can operate the R&S VTS using the computer keyboard and

mouse.

This allows convenient operation of the R&S VTS from the desktop even when the

R&S VTS is integrated in a rack in the next room. Remote operation (in contrast to

remote control) does not use remote control commands but a separate Windows soft-

ware which is installed on the computer.

Further information:

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Chapter 3.9, "Setting Up Remote Operation", on page 41

Remote control

Create programs to automatize repeating settings, tests and measurements. The

R&S VTS is connected to a computer running the program.

Further information:

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Chapter 3.10, "Setting Up Remote Control", on page 44

3.1 Home Screen

After starting the firmware for the first time, the home screen is displayed.

Home Screen

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