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R&S EM510 User Manual

R&S EM510
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4065.7763.34-01.00
Handbuch Manual
Geschäftsbereich Division
Überwachungs- und Ortungstechnik Radiomonitoring and Radiolocation
HF DIGITAL WIDEBAND RECEIVER
R&S
EM510
4065.7728.02

Table of Contents

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R&S EM510 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensitivity-150 dBm (typical, with preamplifier on)
Input Impedance50 ohms
Dimensions483 mm x 177 mm x 530 mm (W x H x D)
WeightApprox. 25 kg
IF bandwidth10 Hz to 40 MHz
Frequency Resolution1 Hz
Power Supply100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Frequency Range9 kHz to 30 MHz
Demodulation ModesAM, FM
DetectorAM, FM, CW

Summary

Product Overview and Characteristics

EM510 Usage and Modes

Describes the EM510's frequency range, control interface, operating modes, and data output formats.

Operating Modes and Control Parameters

Details parameters for Fixed Frequency Mode: frequency, demodulation, bandwidth, detector modes, squelch, AFC, attenuator.

Memory, Frequency, and Panorama Scan Modes

Explains Memory Scan, Frequency Scan, and Panorama Scan operational modes and their parameters.

Product Design and Components

Describes internal modules, case design, front/rear panel components, and cooling system of the EM510.

Detailed Product Description

Power Supply Modules

Explains AC/DC operation, voltage inputs, power supply converters, and output voltages.

HF Receiver Module Functionality

Details the HF receiver module, LAN control, signal routing, and data output/synchronization connectors.

Cooling Fans Operation

Describes the two cooling fans, their voltage supply, speed control, and acoustic noise reduction.

Standard Accessories Included

Lists standard accessories like connection cables and documentation provided with the EM510.

Installation and Cabling Procedures

Unpacking and Checking Contents

Provides instructions for unpacking the EM510 and checking its contents for damage or missing items.

Essential Safety Precautions

Outlines critical safety instructions for handling high voltages and adhering to electrical safety regulations.

Bench and Rack Mounting Guidelines

Advises on proper placement, ventilation for benchtop, and considerations for rack mounting.

Power Supply and Antenna Connections

Explains AC/DC power connections, switch-over, polarity, and antenna connection details.

External Reference, Headphones, and PC/LAN Connections

Guides on connecting external reference, headphones, and PC/LAN for remote control.

Preparation for Use and Firmware Update

Power Up and Local Control

Outlines the power-up procedure, voltage checks, and describes local control elements.

Controls and Indicators Overview

Describes the function of the POWER switch and Ethernet LAN interface LEDs.

Firmware Update Requirements and Preparations

Lists PC/cable requirements and connection steps for firmware updates via RS232 or LAN.

Firmware Update Procedures

Outlines steps for preparing update data, installing WinPcap, and performing updates via RS232 or LAN.

Firmware Update Messages and Indication

Explains update software messages and front panel indications during firmware updates.

Remote Control via LAN with SCPI Commands

Introduction to SCPI Remote Control

Introduces remote control using SCPI syntax over LAN, covering standard and connection setup.

IP Address and Port Number Configuration

Explains how to configure the LAN interface's IP address and port number for immediate effect.

SCPI Command and Message Syntax

Details SCPI command structure, parameters, keywords, queries, and response formats.

SCPI Parameter Types and Data Formats

Explains numerical, boolean, text, string, block data, and expression parameters in SCPI.

Common SCPI Commands

Lists and describes common SCPI commands (e.g., *CLS, *RST, *IDN?) derived from IEEE 488.2.

Subsystems for Device Control

ABORt Subsystem: Stop Measurement

Explains the ABORt command used to stop an active measurement or scan.

CALCulate Subsystem: IF-Panorama Averaging

Details commands for setting averaging types (MINimum, MAXimum, SCALar) for IF-panorama data.

CALibration Subsystem: Oscillator Calibration

Explains commands for setting, querying, and storing the oscillator calibration value and date.

DIAGnostic Subsystem: Module and Software Info

Describes queries for software generation date, version, module information, and state.

DISPlay Subsystem: Video Panorama Data

Explains selection of data channels for the video panorama display and associated pre-conditioning.

FORMat Subsystem: Data Output Formats

Details commands for setting binary data transfer order and output formats for various queries.

INITiate Subsystem: Measurement Start

Explains the INITiate command for starting measurements and its use in different SCAN types.

INPut Subsystem: Attenuator and Mode Control

Details attenuator settings, automatic control, and input mode selection for receiving conditions.

MEASure Subsystem: Bandwidth and Measurement Modes

Explains bandwidth measurement methods and setting continuous or periodic measurement modes.

MEMory Subsystem: Location Management

Details commands for clearing, copying, loading, and querying memory location contents.

OUTPut Subsystem: Signal Output Control

Covers AUX mode, BIT/BYTE Aux control, audio filter modes, and FPDP data output.

ROUTe Subsystem: Signal Path Management

Explains antenna selection, antenna control, and selection of signal paths.

SENSe Subsystem: Signal Analysis

Covers bandwidth selection, signal path correction, selective call analysis, and RDS data.

GCONtrol Subsystem: Gain Control

Details Manual Gain Control (MGC) value setting, time, and mode selection.

MSCan Subsystem: Memory Scan Operation

Explains memory scan channel setting, control mechanisms, count, direction, and dwell time.

PSCan Subsystem: Panorama Scan Operation

Details panorama scan count, step setting for resolution bandwidth, and center/span frequencies.

ROSCillator Subsystem: Reference Frequency

Explains query of external/internal reference frequencies and setting the oscillator source.

SWEep Subsystem: Frequency Scan Operation

Covers sweep control mechanisms, count, direction, dwell time, and hold time settings.

STATus Subsystem: Register Management

Lists SCPI commands for STATus registers like OPERation, QUEStionable, TRACe, EXTension.

SYSTem Subsystem: Device Configuration

Covers AF balance, digital AF/IF/Video modes, volume control, security, and SCPI version.

TEST Subsystem: Self-Test Execution

Details how to trigger self-tests (short or long) and control error report generation.

TRACe Subsystem: Data Tracing and Management

Explains trace data types, writing data, querying traces, and managing trace limits.

Device Model and Status Reporting

Device Model Overview

Presents the device model with central memory, receiver, and remote clients.

Remote Client Structure and Communication

Illustrates remote client structure and explains socket communication protocols (TCP/IP, UDP).

Command Processing and Status Reporting

Details input data processing, command detection, response generation, and status reporting.

Data Memory Classification

Shows data classification into groups, reflected in the status reporting system.

Status Reporting System Overview

Introduces the status reporting system, its hierarchy, and role in storing device state and errors.

SCPI Status Register Structure and Sections

Explains the structure of SCPI status registers and their Condition, Transition, Enable, and Event sections.

Status Byte (STB) and SRE Description

Explains the Status Byte (STB) and Service Request Enable Register (SRE).

IST Flag and PPE Description

Details the IST Flag and Parallel Poll Enable Register (PPE) for status information.

Event Status Register (ESR) and ESE Description

Explains the Event Status Register (ESR) and Event Status Enable Register (ESE).

STATus:OPERation and SWEeping Registers

Describes the STATus:OPERation and STATus:OPERation:SWEeping registers.

STATus:QUEStionable and TRACe Registers

Explains the STATus:QUEStionable and STATus:TRACe registers for ambiguous states.

STATus:EXTension Register and Change Bits

Describes the STATus:EXTension register and the allocation of change bits.

Using the Status Reporting System

Explains how to use the status reporting system and Service Requests (SRQ).

Querying Status Registers and Error Queue

Details how to query status registers and the error queue for detailed error information.

Resetting Status Reporting System Values

Summarizes commands and events for resetting status reporting system values and device functions.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

10-MHz Reference Oscillator Crystal Alignment

Provides instructions for aligning the internal 10-MHz reference oscillator crystal annually.

Device Reset Procedure

Explains how to perform a device reset via the front panel; configuration data is retained.

Firmware Update Process

Refers to section 4.4 for firmware updates via CD-ROM or download.

Troubleshooting and Error Messages

Lists common error messages for defective modules and checks for external reference signals.

Test Points Monitoring

Describes monitoring test points and querying module states and test point information.

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