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R&S ZC Series User Manual

R&S ZC Series
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R&S
®
ZCxxx
Converters
Getting Started
1177515602
Version 05
(;ÛÁÆ2)
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R&S ZC Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandR&S
ModelZC Series
CategoryMedia Converter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety and Regulatory Information

Labels on the Product

Information on labels on the casing regarding product and environment safety.

Warning Messages in Documentation

Explains warning messages and their meaning to indicate risks.

Korea Certification Class B

Key Features

Preparing for Use

Unpacking and Checking

Steps for unpacking the converter and checking its completeness.

Choosing the Operating Site

Guidance on selecting suitable operating conditions to avoid product damage.

Setting up the Converter

Information on mounting and adjusting the converter for operation.

Considerations for Test Setup

Advice on cable selection and mitigating electromagnetic interference.

Connecting to DC Supply

Procedure for connecting the converter to the specified DC power supply.

Switching the Converter On

Prerequisites and steps for safely switching on the converter.

Connecting to VNA via USB

Steps to connect the converter to the VNA using a USB cable for data transfer.

Instrument Tour

Test Port Adapter (Waveguide Flange)

Overview of the test port adapter and its specifications for connecting DUTs.

Output Power-Adjusting Knob

Details on the knurled knob for adjusting the output power via a variable attenuator.

Rear Panel

Description of connectors and control elements located on the rear panel.

Power Supply Connector and Status LED

Information on the power supply connector and the meaning of status LED colors.

RF Connectors - IN

Details on the 2.92 mm female input connectors for LO IN and RF IN signals.

RF Connectors - OUT

Details on the SMA female output connectors for MEAS OUT and REF OUT signals.

USB Connector

Information on the USB Type B connector for VNA control.

Attenuator Control Connector (ZC90E Only)

Description of the connector for controlling the electronic attenuator on the ZC90E.

RF Connections

Connection Procedure

Step-by-step guide for connecting the frequency converters to the R&S ZNA.

Input Connectors (RF IN, LO IN)

Instructions for connecting the RF IN and LO IN ports to the R&S ZNA.

Output Connectors (MEAS OUT, REF OUT)

Instructions for connecting the MEAS OUT and REF OUT ports to the R&S ZNA.

Adaption Kits R&S ZCAKN

Details on R&S ZCAKN adaptation kits for connecting R&S ZNA accessories.

Basic Operation

Required Equipment

Lists the necessary equipment and hardware options for standard setups.

Configuration and Measurement Steps

Outlines the sequence of steps for configuring and performing measurements.

Configuring the Converter Setup

Guide on using the R&S ZNA-K8 software option for converter configuration.

Scalar Power Calibration and Leveling

Procedure for performing scalar power calibration and leveling.

System Error Correction

Recommendation for system error correction using a calibration kit.

Measurement

Instructions for performing measurements after setup and calibration.

Additional Information

Provides extra details, including warm-up time and pulsed signal considerations.

Maintenance and Disposal

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the product safely and effectively.

Disposal

Guidelines for disposing of electrical and electronic equipment.

Contacting Customer Support

Setup and Operation with R&S ZVA/ZVT

Connecting the RF Cables

Steps for connecting RF cables between converters and VNA.

Connecting the Input Connectors (RF IN, LO IN)

Details on connecting input connectors using appropriate cables and adapters.

Connecting the Output Connectors (MEAS OUT, REF OUT)

Instructions for connecting output connectors to the network analyzer.

Adaption Kits R&S ZCAK

Information on R&S ZCAK adaptation kits for different VNA models.

Basic Operation

Required Equipment

Lists the necessary equipment for measurements with frequency converters.

Measurement Principle

Outlines the fundamental steps involved in the measurement process.

Activating the Frequency Converter Mode

Steps to activate the converter mode on the VNA via USB or System Configuration.

Connecting the Frequency Converters

Refers to sections for connecting power supply, analyzer ports, and DUT.

Calibration

Details on performing output power calibration and receiver power calibration.

Measurement

How to perform mm-wave measurements and use the Converter Leveling Tool.

Additional Information

Provides additional details on operating manual and relevant textbooks.