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COBHAM 2201R User Manual

COBHAM 2201R
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2201R Mobile Tester
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COBHAM 2201R Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range10 MHz to 20 GHz
Output Power+13 dBm
Power Stability±0.5 dB
Non-harmonic Spurious<-60 dBc
InterfaceGPIB
Power Supply100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Summary

About This Guide

Purpose and Scope

Describes the guide's objectives, coverage, and the product's warranty and licensing.

Technical Assistance

Provides contact information for support and questions related to product use.

Conventions

Typographical and Keyboard Conventions

Explains text formatting, key combinations, and menu navigation used in the manual.

Symbol Conventions

Explains hazard symbols, notes, warnings, and cautions presented in the document.

Safety Notes

Precautions and Hazards

General safety, hazard symbols, and conditions of use for the instrument.

External Power Supply Safety

Details safety precautions and specifications for using the external power supply.

Battery Pack Safety

Covers safety for the battery pack, including handling, storage, and charging.

Declaration of EU Conformity

States the product's compliance with relevant European Union directives.

Chapter 1 Overview

About the 2201R Mobile Tester

Provides a general description of the instrument and its purpose.

Features and Capabilities

Lists the key features and functionalities of the 2201R Mobile Tester.

Environmental Conditions

Specifies the instrument's operating and storage temperature and humidity conditions.

Options and Accessories

Details available hardware and software options and accessories for the tester.

Chapter 2 Instrument Setup and General Operation

Starting and Powering the Instrument

Guide on powering up, using front panel controls, and initial setup.

Switching Off the 2201R

Instructions for powering down the instrument using front and rear panel switches.

Battery Option Usage

Information on the battery pack, charging, indication, and removal procedures.

Menus, Soft Keys, and Entry Fields

Describes the LCD screen layout, soft key functions, and data input methods.

Understanding Measurement Results

Explains how to interpret output numerically and graphically using statistics bars.

Connecting the Device Under Test

Steps to connect the Device Under Test (DUT) using an RF cable.

Modes of Operation

Describes manual, Lector-driven, remote, and autorun operational modes.

Using Peripherals

Connecting external keyboard, flash drive, and LAN/serial interfaces.

Managing Files

Transferring data between internal and USB storage using the File Manager.

Setting Up General Parameters

Configuring instrument language, date, and time settings.

Chapter 3 Performing Manual Tests and Measurements in GSM Mode

Introduction to GSM Testing

Overview of manual GSM testing procedures and instrument modes.

Setting Up Network Parameters

Basic and advanced network settings for tests including channels and codes.

Performing VGCS and Emergency Calls

Testing Voice Group Call Service and emergency call scenarios.

Testing Multiband Phones

Procedures for testing mobile phones supporting multiple frequency bands.

Testing Mobile Phone Calls

Verifying phone's ability to receive and initiate calls.

Reading Mobile Phone Capabilities

Displaying phone info like IMEI, IMSI, power class, and revision level.

Testing SMS Capabilities

Procedures for sending/receiving SMS in idle and call modes.

Performing Transmitter Tests

Measuring TX parameters like power, frequency error, and phase.

Performing Receiver Measurements

Measuring RX level and quality using the mobile phone's estimation.

Performing 2201R-Based Receiver Measurements

Detailed receiver performance tests (BER, RBER, FBER) using the tester.

Performing GPRS Measurements

Testing GPRS packet data transmission including BLER and TX parameters.

Performing EDGE (EGPRS) Measurements

Testing EDGE packet data transmission including BLER and TX parameters.

Chapter 4 Autotest

Introduction to Autotest

Overview of the Autotest option and its requirements.

Loading Autotest Files

Transferring test scripts and configurations via USB drive.

Running and Stopping Autotests

Steps to execute an autotest, including selecting tests and aborting.

Interpreting Autotest Results

Understanding test outcomes, verdicts, and failure codes.

Transferring Test Results to PC

Saving and moving test reports to a USB drive for analysis.

Configuring Autotest Operation

Customizing Autotest settings, test channels, and file naming.

Result File Handling

Methods for organizing and naming test result files.

Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Calibration and Adjustment

Procedures for calibrating the instrument for accurate measurements.

Obtaining Instrument Status

Checking firmware, hardware, and calibration dates.

Changing Firmware Version

Installing new firmware via USB or FTP, and managing stored versions.

Installing Software Options

Enabling optional features using license keys.

Appendix A Tables

Power Control Levels and Tolerances

Tables detailing power control settings and their variations across GSM systems.

Appendix B Repair

Equipment Return Instructions

Steps and information required for returning equipment for repair.

Appendix C Software Licence and Warranty

Software Licence and Warranty Terms

Terms and conditions for using the software, including definitions and rights.