R&S NRX User manual

R&S®NRX
Power Meter
Getting Started
Getting Started
Version 04
1424707002
(>HÔÔ2)

This document describes the following R&S®NRX models:
●R&S®NRX (1424.7005.02)
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Subject to change – Data without tolerance limits is not binding.
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Trade names are trademarks of the owners.
1424.7070.02 | Version 04 | R&S®NRX
Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol , e.g. R&S®NRX is indicated as
R&S NRX.

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Safety Instructions
Instrucciones de seguridad
Sicherheitshinweise
Consignes de sécurité
Risk of injury and instrument damage
The instrument must be used in an appropriate manner to prevent
electric shock, fire,
personal injury or instrument damage.
●
Do not open the instrument casing.
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Read and observe the "Basic Safety Instructions" delivered as
printed brochure with the instrument.
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Read and observe the safety instructions in the following sections.
Note that the data sheet may specify additional operating conditions.
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Keep the "Basic Safety Instructions" and the product documentation
in a safe place and pass them on to the subsequent users.
Riesgo de lesiones y daños en el instrumento
El instrumento se debe usar de manera adecuada para p
revenir
descargas eléctricas, incendios, lesiones o daños materiales.
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No abrir la carcasa del instrumento.
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Lea y cumpla las "Instrucciones de seguridad elementales"
suministradas con el instrumento como folleto impreso.
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Lea y cumpla las instrucciones de seguridad incluidas en las
siguientes secciones. Se debe tener en cuenta que las
especificaciones técnicas pueden contener condiciones adicionales
para su uso.
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Guarde bien las instrucciones de seguridad elementales, así como
la documentación del producto, y entréguelas a usuarios
posteriores.

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Gefahr von Verletzungen und Schäden am Gerät
Betreiben Sie das Gerät immer ordnungsgemäß, um elektrischen
Schlag, Brand, Verletzungen von Personen oder Geräteschäden zu
verhindern.
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Öffnen Sie das Gerätegehäuse nicht.
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Lesen und beachten Sie die "Grundlegenden Sicherheitshinweise",
die als gedruckte Broschüre dem Gerät beiliegen.
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Lesen und beachten Sie die Sicherheitshinweise in den folgenden
Abschnitten; möglicherweise enthält das Datenblatt weitere
Hinweise zu speziellen Betriebsbedingungen.
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Bewahren Sie die "Grundlegenden Sicherheitshinweise" und die
Produktdokumentation gut auf und geben Sie diese an weitere
Benutzer des Produkts weiter.
Risque de blessures et d'endommagement de l'appareil
L'ap
pareil doit être utilisé conformément aux prescriptions afin d'éviter
les électrocutions, incendies, dommages corporels et matériels.
●
N'ouvrez pas le boîtier de l'appareil.
●
Lisez et respectez les "consignes de sécurité fondamentales"
fournies avec l’appareil sous forme de brochure imprimée.
●
Lisez et respectez les instructions de sécurité dans les sections
suivantes. Il ne faut pas oublier que la fiche technique peut indiquer
des conditions d’exploitation supplémentaires.
●
Gardez les consignes de sécurité fondamentales et la
documentation produit dans un lieu sûr et transmettez ces
documents aux autres utilisateurs.

Contents
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Contents
1 Documentation Overview......................................................................5
1.1 Getting Started Manual.................................................................................................5
1.2 User Manuals and Help.................................................................................................5
1.3 Tutorials......................................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Basic Safety Instructions............................................................................................. 5
1.5 Data Sheets and Brochures......................................................................................... 5
1.6 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA).......................................6
1.7 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.........................................6
2 For Your Safety.......................................................................................7
3 Key Features...........................................................................................8
4 Preparing for Use...................................................................................9
4.1 Unpacking and Checking............................................................................................. 9
4.1.1 Accessory List................................................................................................................. 9
4.2 Operating Conditions................................................................................................... 9
4.3 Important Aspects for Test Setup..............................................................................10
4.4 Placing on a Bench Top..............................................................................................10
4.5 Connecting to the AC Power Supply.........................................................................12
4.6 Switching On or Off.................................................................................................... 12
4.7 Connecting USB and External Devices.....................................................................13
4.8 Connecting Power Sensors....................................................................................... 13
4.8.1 R&S NRPxxS/A/T and R&S NRQ6............................................................................... 13
4.8.2 R&S NRP‑Zxx............................................................................................................... 14
4.8.3 R&S NRT-Zxx................................................................................................................14
5 Instrument Tour....................................................................................15
5.1 Front Panel Tour..........................................................................................................15
5.1.1 Sensor Connector A and B........................................................................................... 15
5.1.2 Module Bay................................................................................................................... 16
5.1.3 Touchscreen..................................................................................................................16
5.1.4 Keys.............................................................................................................................. 16
5.1.5 Cursor Block..................................................................................................................18

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5.1.6 USB Host Interface....................................................................................................... 18
5.1.7 On/Standby Key............................................................................................................ 18
5.2 Rear Panel Tour...........................................................................................................19
5.2.1 Trig In / Out 2 and Out 1 / Trig Out Connectors............................................................ 19
5.2.2 Ethernet Interface..........................................................................................................19
5.2.3 USB Device Interface....................................................................................................20
5.2.4 USB Host Interface....................................................................................................... 20
5.2.5 AC Supply and Power Switch....................................................................................... 20
5.2.6 IEC 625/IEEE 488 Interface.......................................................................................... 20
5.2.7 Sensor Connectors C and D......................................................................................... 21
Index......................................................................................................22

Documentation Overview
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1 Documentation Overview
This section provides an overview of the R&S NRX user documentation. Unless speci-
fied otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S NRX product page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/NRX
1.1 Getting Started Manual
Introduces the R&S NRX and describes how to set up and start working with the prod-
uct. A printed version is delivered with the instrument.
1.2 User Manuals and Help
Contains the description of all instrument modes and functions. It also provides an
introduction to remote control, a complete description of the remote control commands
with programming examples, and information on maintenance, instrument interfaces
and error messages. Includes the contents of the getting started manual .
1.3 Tutorials
Tutorials offer guided examples and demonstrations on operating the R&S NRX. They
are provided on the product page of the internet.
1.4 Basic Safety Instructions
Contains safety instructions, operating conditions and further important information.
The printed document is delivered with the instrument.
1.5 Data Sheets and Brochures
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S NRX. It also lists the
firmware applications and their order numbers, and optional accessories.
The brochure provides an overview of the instrument and deals with the specific char-
acteristics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/NRX
Data Sheets and Brochures

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1.6 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment
(OSA)
The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the current
firmware version, and describe the firmware installation.
The open source acknowledgment document provides verbatim license texts of the
used open source software.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/firmware/NRX
1.7 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers,
etc.
These documents deal with special applications or background information on particu-
lar topics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/application/NRX
Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.

For Your Safety
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2 For Your Safety
The R&S NRX is designated for use in industrial, administrative, and laboratory envi-
ronments. Use the R&S NRX only for its designated purpose. Observe the safety and
usage instructions documented in the user manual, as well as operating conditions and
performance limits stated in the data sheet.
The product documentation helps you to use the R&S NRX safely and efficiently. Keep
the product documentation in a safe place and pass it on to the subsequent users.
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you about the poten-
tial dangers and gives instructions how to prevent personal injury or damage caused
by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
●In the "Basic Safety Instructions", safety issues are grouped according to subjects.
For example, one subject is electrical safety. The "Basic Safety Instructions" are
delivered with the R&S NRX in different languages in print.
●Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you need to
take care during setup or operation. Always read the safety instructions carefully.
Make sure to comply fully with them. Do not take risks and do not underestimate
the potential danger of small details such as a damaged power cable.

Key Features
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3 Key Features
The R&S NRX offers the following key features:
●Simple touchscreen operation on a 5" color touchscreen
●Straightforward numerical and graphical display of measured values
●Expandable to up to four measurement channels
●Frequency-range from DC to 110 GHz (sensor-dependent)
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