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Rohde & Schwarz SMC100A User Manual

Rohde & Schwarz SMC100A
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R&S
®
SMC100A
Signal Generator
Operating Manual
Operating Manual
1411.4060.32 ─ 09
(>;XÊP)
Test & Measurement

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Rohde & Schwarz SMC100A Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Resolution0.001 Hz
Level Accuracy±0.5 dB
Pulse Modulation On/Off Ratio> 80 dB
Output Impedance50 Ω
InterfacesUSB, LAN, GPIB (optional)
Power Supply100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz to 60 Hz
Harmonics< -30 dBc
Non-harmonic Spurious< -70 dBc
Modulation TypesAM, FM, Pulse
AM Modulation Depth0% to 90%
DisplayGraphical color display

Summary

Preface

Documentation Overview

Provides an overview of the R&S SMC user documentation and available resources like quick start guides, online help, operating manuals, etc.

Typographical Conventions

Explains text markers and conventions used throughout the documentation, such as for graphical user interface elements, keys, input, and references.

Preparing for Use

Front Panel Tour

Provides a tour of the R&S SMC front panel, explaining control elements, connectors, hardkey area, and the front panel itself.

Rear Panel Tour

Offers an overview of connectors on the rear panel, with brief descriptions and references to detailed information.

Putting into Operation

Details the basic steps required for setting up the R&S SMC for initial operation, including important warnings.

Connecting USB Devices

Details how to connect USB devices like memory sticks, CD-ROM drives, keyboards, mice, and power sensors to the instrument.

Setting Up a Network (LAN) Connection

Guides on configuring the LAN interface for connecting to an Ethernet LAN, enabling data transfer and remote control.

Remote Access via an External Controller

Explains how the R&S SMC can be accessed remotely via a network link using a Web browser or VNC client software.

Getting Started

Brief Introduction to the Instrument's Concept

Introduces the general concept of the R&S SMC, explaining its operating concept and three ways of instrument control: manual, remote control, and remote access.

Application Field of the Instrument

Describes the application fields of the R&S SMC, highlighting its suitability for sine wave signals with high spectral purity and its adjustable frequency range.

Description of Individual Diagram Blocks

Explains the signal path and required modules, detailing blocks like "Mod Gen block" and "Modulation block".

Example of Setup

Provides an example on how to configure the instrument for generating an amplitude modulated signal.

Manual Operation

Key Features

Explains the manual operating concept, emphasizing intuitive settings, signal overview, and online help functions.

Display

Describes the instrument's display, showing main settings and signal generator states, divided into sections like frequency/level display and block diagram.

Status Information and Messages

Explains how the instrument indicates status, errors, warnings, and information, and how to access detailed descriptions.

Block Diagram

Explains the block diagram, showing options, signal configuration, and signal flow, and how to operate function blocks.

Accessing Dialogs

Provides alternative methods for accessing dialogs, such as using the DIAGRAM key, REARR key, or MENU key.

Setting Parameters

Explains the various possibilities for setting parameters via front panel, mouse, or PC keyboard, focusing on front panel operation.

File Management

Covers saving instrument data, including system and user data, to internal flash memory or USB devices.

Legend of Front-Panel Controls

Lists all front-panel keys and their functions, including PC keyboard shortcuts and front panel key emulation for mouse operation.

Instrument Function

Overview of Instrument Functions

Explains the instrument functions and available options in setting menus, covering general settings and signal generation.

General Instrument Settings

Details settings not directly affecting signal generation, accessed via menus opened by keys or key combinations.

RF Block

Core section for RF signal generation, covering output, modes, frequency, level, and sweep settings.

Modulation

Covers modulation settings, including overview, enabling/disabling, sources, AM, FM, PhiM, and Pulse modulation.

Modulation Generator and LF Output

Explains the LF generator, its output, and configuration for LF frequency sweeps.

Remote Control Basics

Remote Control Interfaces and Protocols

Provides an overview of the different interfaces and protocols supported for remote control, including LAN, Serial, and GPIB.

VISA Libraries

Explains VISA as a standardized interface library for instrument communication, covering installation and configuration.

Starting a Remote Control Session

Guides on prerequisites for starting remote control, including connecting instruments and using VISA functionality.

SCPI Command Structure

Explains the structure of SCPI commands, including headers, parameters, queries, and syntax elements.

Command Sequence and Synchronization

Explains the distinction between overlapped and sequential commands and the importance of synchronization.

Status Reporting System

Covers the status reporting system for storing instrument state and error information in registers and the error queue.

General Programming Recommendations

Provides recommendations for initial instrument status, command sequence, and reacting to malfunctions.

Remote Control Commands

Conventions used in SCPI Command Descriptions

Explains conventions for SCPI commands, including usage, parameters, conformity, and asynchronous commands.

Common Commands

Lists common SCPI commands based on IEEE 488.2 standard, applicable across instruments.

Preset Commands

Details preset commands for instrument setup, including default state, preset state, and factory reset.

CALibration Subsystem

Covers commands for instrument adjustment, triggered by queries, indicating success or failure.

DIAGnostic Subsystem

Explains commands for instrument diagnosis and servicing, including hardware checks and module information.

DISPlay Subsystem

Details commands for controlling the instrument's display, including power-save mode settings.

FORMat Subsystem

Covers commands that determine the format of data returned to the controller from query commands.

HCOPy Subsystem

Explains commands for generating a hardcopy of the display, including output device, format, and naming.

KBOard Subsystem

Details commands for setting the external keyboard language and layout.

MMEMory Subsystem

Covers commands for managing files and directories and for loading/storing instrument settings.

OUTPut Subsystem

Covers commands for setting RF output connector properties, including attenuator modes and protection.

SENSe, READ and INITiate Subsystems

Covers commands for power measurements using R&S NRP-Zxx power sensors.

SOURce Subsystem

Contains commands for configuring digital and analog signals, including AM, FM, PhiM, Pulse, and RF/LF sweeps.

STATus Subsystem

Contains commands for the status reporting system, including operation and questionable status registers.

SYSTem Subsystem

Contains commands for general functions not affecting signal generation, like errors, system settings, and communication.

TEST Subsystem

Contains commands for performing self-test routines and direct adjustment of hardware assemblies.

TRIGger Subsystem

Contains commands for selecting the trigger source for RF and LF sweeps.

UNIT Subsystem

Contains commands specifying units valid if no unit is indicated in a command.

Status Information, Error Messages and Troubleshooting

Status Information

Provides an overview of status messages displayed in the header, indicating operating states and settings.

Error Messages

Indicates instrument errors displayed in the info line and stored in the error/event queue.

Device-Specific Error Messages

Lists instrument-specific error messages and their explanations, with positive codes marking instrument-specific errors.

Resolving Network Connection Failures

Lists likely reasons and recommended solutions for failures in the network connection to the instrument.

Obtaining Technical Support

Provides information on how to get technical support, including required information and contact details.

Maintenance

Cleaning

Provides essential cleaning instructions and safety precautions for the instrument.

Storing and Packing

Details procedures for storing and packing the instrument, including protection against dust and electrostatic charging.

Annex

GPIB Bus Interface

Covers hardware related topics, specifically the pin assignment of the GPIB bus interface.

List of Commands

Provides a comprehensive list of remote control commands supported by the R&S SMC.

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