R&S SMB Storing and Loading Instrument Data - File Key
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Storing and Loading Instrument Data - File Key
The Signal Generator allows complete instrument settings to be stored in files on the CompactFlash™
Card. Defined and complex instrument settings can then be reproduced at any time by loading this
data. If required, these settings can be loaded to various signal generators.
The
FILE key open the menu used to store and load instrument settings in a file. The data can be
stored on the CompactFlash™ Card in a data directory. Additionally there are three intermediate
memories in which the current instrument setting can be stored and then called up again by just
pressing a key. This makes it possible to switch quickly between defined instrument settings.
All settings which differ from the preset plus the configuration data for the operating elements (e.g.
window positions) are stored. When loaded, these referenced settings are implemented and all non-
referenced parameters are set to the associated preset value. As a result the files remain relatively
small since they only contain the relevant information. Furthermore, this also allows instrument settings
to be transferred easily between different signal generators since once again only the settings which
differ from the preset values have to be adjusted.
If a list, e.g. a frequency/level list, is used for a list of user correction data, a reference to this list also
stored. The list is also loaded when the associated instrument setting is loaded. If the list has been
deleted in the meantime (or it is not available on a different instrument), an error message appears if an
attempt is made to access this list after the instrument setting has been loaded. The associated setting
or operating mode, is only started after the user has selected an existing list. If the list has been
overwritten in the meantime, the new entries will be used.
Note:
Lists are stored and loaded in the appropriate menus. For example, the user correction data list is
created and stored in the User Correction menu.
When loading an instrument setting, it is possible to select whether the current frequency and level
setting is to be retained or whether the stored settings are to be activated. It is possible to delete stored
instrument settings.
A file can be copied by loading it with "Recall" and then storing it under a new name.
Settings can be transferred easily between instruments with different equipment options and/or
firmware versions because only the settings which differ from the preset values are affected. When
settings are loaded, only those which are possible on the instrument are implemented. Error messages
indicate the settings which cannot be implemented. The stored file is transferred from one instrument to
another using the memory stick.
General file management functions such as copying and moving data are available in the File Manager
submenu.
File Menu
The settings available in the File menu depend on the operation selected under Select Operation.
Select Operation
Selects the file function.
Save...
Calls the menu for storing the current instrument setting.
Recall...
Calls the menu for calling up a stored instrument setting.
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