System Overview
R&S
®
SMB100A
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7 System Overview
This section helps you to get familiar with the R&S SMB. It provides an introduction to
the general concept of the instrument with a sample of the possible application fields. It
also describes the main blocks in the signal generation flow.
For information on how to access functions and interact with the R&S SMB, refer to
Chapter 8, "Instrument Control", on page 62.
7.1 Brief Introduction to the Instrument's Concept
The R&S SMB is a high-performance signal generator developed to meet demanding
customer requirements. Offering excellent signal characteristic and straightforward and
intuitive operation, the signal generator makes signal generation fast and easy.
7.2 Signal Flow at a Glance
The R&S SMB is equipped with an intuitive user interface. The central element of the
display is the block diagram that shows the signal flow and processing from the left on
the display to most right, i.e. the generated signal can be seen at a glance.
Each block represents a functional unit of the instrument. Thus you always know the
position at which a parameter affects the signal flow. The main settings of a block are
indicated in the block. The interconnection of employed inputs and outputs is also
shown. The user is thus always informed about the connection of inputs and outputs in
the signal flow and where they can be configured. A window is opened for each menu
where parameters can be set. When the window is opened, an entry is made in the
"Winbar" below the display. All open menus are of equal priority (not modal) and can
be accessed any time.
The block diagram in the figure below shows a fully equipped instrument.
Figure 7-1: Block diagram of a fully equipped R&S
SMB
Signal Flow at a Glance
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