BNC RTSA7550 User manual

Berkeley
Nucleonics
RTSA7550
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer User
Guide Version 4.0
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HARDWARE WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Read his warran y carefully before you use he produc .
RTSA7500 and RTSA7550 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers are warranted for
workmanship and materials for a period of one ( ) year from the date of shipment as
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void the warranty on any equipment that has been altered or damaged due to
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functioning as designed, then under the terms of ThinkRF’s warranty policy, all costs
of repairs and shipping will be charged directly to the Customer. BNC will warrant
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Table of Con en s
Preface ............................................................................................................................ 5
Audience ............................................................................................................................................ 5
Conventions ....................................................................................................................................... 5
Obtaining the Latest Documentation and Software ............................................................................ 5
Document Feedback .......................................................................................................................... 5
Obtaining Technical Assistance ......................................................................................................... 5
Overview of he BNC RTSA7550 ................................................................................... 7
Getting Familiar with the BNC RTSA7550 .......................................................................................... 8
The Front Panel .......................................................................................................................... 8
The Rear Panel .......................................................................................................................... 8
The Underside ............................................................................................................................ 8
Ins alling he BNC RTSA7550 ...................................................................................... 10
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage .................................................................................... 0
Unpacking the Box ........................................................................................................................... 0
Connecting the Antenna, Ethernet and Power Cables .....................................................................
Selecting Where to Mount the RTSA7550 .............................................................................................. 2
Connec ing o he RTSA7550 ............................................................................................. 13
Deciding on Your Network Topology and IP Address Allocation ...................................................... 3
Changing the Method of IP Address Allocation for the RTSA7550 analyzer ......................................... 4
Connecting the RTSA7550 Analyzer Directly to a Computer .................................................................. 4
Connecting to the RTSA7550 Analyzer Across a Network ..................................................................... 6
Adminis ra ion Console .............................................................................................. 18
Connecting via Your Web Browser .................................................................................................. 8
Configuring the RTSA7550 Time ............................................................................................................ 8
Configuring the RTSA7550 IP Address .................................................................................................. 20
Updating the RTSA7550's Firmware ...................................................................................................... 20
Customizing the RTSA7550 Calibration ................................................................................................. 22
Uploading a Custom Calibration File ........................................................................................ 23
Calibration File Source Selection .............................................................................................. 24
Restoring the Default Calibration Settings ................................................................................ 24
Restarting the RTSA7550 ....................................................................................................................... 25
Rese o Fac ory Se ings ........................................................................................... 26
Using he USB Console ............................................................................................... 27
Installing the USB Drivers on Your PC ............................................................................................ 27
Connecting to the USB Console ...................................................................................................... 27
Configuring the RTSA7550 Analyzer's IP Address via the USB Console .............................................. 28
S a us Indica or LEDs ................................................................................................. 30
Power-up Sequence ........................................................................................................................ 30
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Power (PWR) Indicator LED ............................................................................................................ 30
Status (STS) Indicator LED .............................................................................................................. 30
0 MHz Reference (REF) Clock Source and Lock Indicator LED .................................................... 3
RF Chain PLLs LOCK Indicator LED ............................................................................................... 3
Ethernet LINK Status and ACT Indicator LEDs ................................................................................ 3
Hardware Reference .................................................................................................... 32
System Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 32
SMA Connectors .............................................................................................................................. 32
Ethernet RJ-45 Port Pinout .............................................................................................................. 33
GPIO Port Pinout ............................................................................................................................. 33
USB Console Port Pinout ................................................................................................................. 34
RJ-45 Straight-Through Ethernet Cable .......................................................................................... 34
RJ-45 Crossover Ethernet Cable ..................................................................................................... 35
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Preface
This preface describes the audience for, the organization of, and conventions used in this
document. It also identifies related documentation and explains how to access electronic
documentation.
Audience
This document is written for technical people who have basic understanding, familiarity
and experience with network test and measurement equipment.
Conven ions
This section describes the conventions used in this document.
No e: This symbol means ake no e. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to
additional information and material.
Cau ion: This symbol means be careful. In this situation, you might do something that
could result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Warning: This symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily
injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with
electrical circuitry and be familiar with the standard practices for preventing accidents.
Ob aining he La es Documen a ion and Sof ware
Please contact [email protected] to obtain the latest documentation and
the latest releases of new firmware and software.
Documen Feedback
Please send your comments about this document or our other documentation
to [email protected].
Thank you, we appreciate your comments.
Ob aining Technical Assis ance
The BNC Support website provides online documents for resolving technical issues
with BNC products at https://www.berkeleynucleonics.com/support.
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For all customers who hold a valid end-user license, BNC provides technical
assistance 9 AM to 5 PM Eastern Time, Monday to Friday. Contact us at
[email protected] or by calling [phone]
Before contacting Support, please have the following information available:
RTSA7550 serial number which is located on the identification label on the
RTSA7550's underside.
The product version.
The firmware version running on the RTSA7550.
Versions of BNC software you are using, potentially including the API libraries
to third-party applications.
The operating system and version you are using.
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Overview of he BNC RTSA7550
Overview of he BNC RTSA7550
The RTSA7550 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) is a high-performance
software-defined RF receiver, digitizer and analyzer. It is designed for stand-
alone, remote,distributed, and/or embedded real-time spectrum analysis,
monitoring and intelligence applications.
BNC has patented software-defined RF receiver technology that provides industry
leading combined sensitivity, tuning range, instantaneous bandwidth and scan rate.
Additionally, the RTSA7550 provides real-time sophisticated triggering, search and loss-
less capture of signals of interest using an integrated patented digital signal processing
engine.
The RTSA7550 is ideal for monitoring, management and surveillance of transmitters,
whether they are in-building or spread across a geographic area. Applications include but
are not limited to spectrum analysis, 5G wireless technology, research, test and
measurement, spectrum monitoring and OEM integration.
The RTSA7550 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer provides Gigabit Ethernet for stand-alone,
remote and distributed applications. BNC supports a rich set of industry-leading standard
protocols and APIs, enabling the RTSA7550 to easily integrate into your new or existing
applications. Standard protocols include the Standard Commands for Programmable
Instruments (SCPI) protocol for controlling and obtaining status from the RTSA7550 and
the VITA 49 Radio Transport (VRT) protocol for digitized data and its associated context
information. APIs are provided for interfacing and performing data acquisition and
spectral analysis with Python™, C/C++, MATLAB® and LabVIEW®
Applications can also be built within the PyRF development framework. PyRF is built on
the Python programming language and is open-source under BSD licensing. PyRF
handles the low-level details of real-time acquisition, signal processing and visualization,
and provides feature rich libraries, example applications and source code, all specific to
the requirements of signal analysis.
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Overview of he BNC RTSA7550
Ge ing Familiar wi h he BNC RTSA7550
This section provides information about the front and rear panels, connection ports
and identification label of the RTSA7550 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer.
No e: The type and placement of connectors and components on the panels and the
case may vary depending upon the product variant and version.
The Fron Panel
The front panel of the RTSA7550 (the left side of the picture above) contains the power
switch, status indicator LEDs and input connectors for the RF antenna and analog IQ
ports.
The Rear Panel
The rear panel of the RTSA7550 (the right side of the picture above) contains the power
input, 0 MHz reference clock I/O, hardware reset push-button, HIF output, analog I/Q
outputs, USB console (CNSL), Ethernet, and GPIO port.
The Underside
The underside of the BNC RTSA7550 provides an identification label, as illustrated in
the following page. The label on your product may vary depending on your product
variant and version. This product “Version” number is important for identifying which
firmware can be used to update your product.
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Ins alling he BNC RTSA7550
Ins alling he BNC RTSA7550
Ensure that you read and understand the following information about safety
and electrostatic discharge before you unpack and install the RTSA7550.
Warning: Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install or replace this
equipment. Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power
source.
Preven ing Elec ros a ic Discharge Damage
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) is a single-event, rapid transfer of electrostatic charge
between two objects, such as an operator and a piece of electrical equipment. ESD can
occur when a high electrostatic field develops between two objects in close proximity.
ESD occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and is one of the major
causes of device failures in the semiconductor industry.
Electrostatic discharge is more likely to occur with the combination of synthetic fibers and
dry atmosphere. Always follow these steps to prevent ESD.
Warning: Never open the front or rear panels of the RTSA7550 as personal injury may
result and opening the chassis will void the warranty. There are no user-serviceable
parts inside. Always contact BNC support for service through the online support form at
https://www.berkeleynucleonics.com/support
Cau ion: To prevent ESD, wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap that you provide, ensuring
that it makes good skin contact.
Cau ion: Do not touch any exposed contact pins or connector shells of interface ports
that do not have a cable attached. If cables are connected at one end only, do not touch
the exposed pins at the unconnected end of the cable.
Unpacking he Box
The following table lists the items that come with your RTSA7550 analyzer. If any of the
items are missing or damaged, please contact your BNC customer service
representative.
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Ins alling he BNC RTSA7550
BNC RTSA7550 Shipping Box Con en s:
•RTSA7550 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer
•Power adapter and cable
•Straight-through Ethernet cable
•USB flash drive with associated documents and
software
•USB-A to mini-B cable for the USB console port
•Antenna
•Precautions & Quickstart Guide
No e: The antenna is included for your convenience and only intended to perform
adequately across a limited frequency range.
Connec ing he An enna, E herne and Power Cables
Cau ion: Never connect a transmitter directly to the receiver with a cable.
Cau ion: Do not over-tighten the antenna connector on the jack. Using a wrench, pliers
or even your hand to over-tighten the antenna can cause permanent damage to the
receiver.
1. Screw the antenna on to the RTSA7550 "RF IN" antenna input SMA jack.
Carefully turn the antenna screw by hand until it encounters resistance. See
System Specifications for the maximum allowable input and cautions.
2. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the RTSA7550's Ethernet port and
the other end to an Ethernet port on your router or PC.
3. Connect the RTSA7550 analyzer to its power adapter.
Warning: Use only the power adapter provided with the unit.
4. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet.
5. Push the power switch towards the power symbol to power the unit on.
No e: See Administration Console section for description of the RTSA7550 status.
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Selec ing Where o Moun he RTSA7550
Cau ion: To prevent damage to the RTSA7550 radio receiver, do not install or
operate the RTSA7550 within 2 feet (60 cm) of devices such as Wi-Fi access points
that transmit more than + 5 dBm power.
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Connec ing o he RTSA7550
Connec ing o he RTSA7550
The RTSA7550 analyzer is a network device and typically all communications with the
RTSA7550 analyzer are via a Gigabit Ethernet connection, either directly to a computer
or across an IP network. The RTSA7550 analyzer's Gigabit Ethernet connection
provides control and status of the RTSA7550 using SCPI commands and data using the
VRT protocol.
This section provides instruction for different methods of connecting to the RTSA7550
via its Ethernet port and obtaining its IP address.
Deciding on Your Ne work Topology and IP Address Alloca ion
No e: To connect with the RTSA7550 analyzer via its Ethernet port, you must decide on
both the topology of your network connection and how your RTSA7550 obtains its IP
address.
As illustrated in the following picture, the RTSA7550 supports any IP network
topology connected via its Ethernet port including:
a direct connection to a computer across an RJ-45 Ethernet cable as per the
Connecting the RTSA7550 Analyzer Directly to a Computer section;
a connection across a routed local network, whether on the same subnet or
across different subnets or across a routed wide-area network such as the
Internet, as per the Connecting to the RTSA7550 Analyzer Across a Network
section.
The RTSA7550 analyzer also supports different methods of obtaining its IP address including:
dynamic IP address allocation via the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP), which is applicable to a routed network topology that has a DHCP
server;
dynamic IP address allocation via the Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA)
protocol (otherwise known as Auto-IP), which is applicable for where a DHCP
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server is not available. This method allows a direct connection to a computer that
supports Auto-IP or to a local network using a switch. With Auto-IP, a host
network device randomly assigns itself a link-local address in the 69.254.x.y
subnet when it fails to contact a DHCP server. Many operating systems (OSs),
including Windows, support Auto-IP;
static IP address allocation, which is applicable to any network topology.
Changing he Me hod of IP Address Alloca ion for he RTSA7550 analyzer
This section provides the instruction for re-configuring one IP address allocation type to
another.
No e: The RTSA7550 analyzer is configured for dynamic IP address allocation by
factory default.
If your RTSA7550 analyzer is configured for dynamic IP allocation, then it may be
reconfigured for static IP address allocation using either its web administration or USB
console. Using the administration console in this scenario requires first a connection to
the RTSA7550 via its Ethernet port, which in turn requires dynamic allocation of its IP
either by DHCP or Auto-IP.
If your RTSA7550 is configured for static IP allocation, then it may be reconfigured for
dynamic IP address allocation using its administration or USB console or via a
hardware reset. Using the hardware reset to reconfigure to dynamic IP allocation is the
simplest method and is described in the section. Using the administration console
requires a connection to the RTSA7550 via its Ethernet port.
Connection to the RTSA7550 using dynamic or static IP allocation is described in the
following sections. The console usage is described in the or section.
Connec ing he RTSA7550 Analyzer Direc ly o a Compu er
This section provides instruction on connecting the RTSA7550 analyzer directly to a
computer via their Ethernet ports using an Ethernet cable.
In order to connect directly to a RTSA7550, the host PC might require a spare Ethernet
interface that is not otherwise used as its primary network connection. For example, you
may use a wireless connection for primary network connectivity or obtain a second
Ethernet card or USB adapter to connect to the RTSA7550.
For this overview, the BNC S240 Real-Time Spectrum Analysis Software is used to
connect to the RTSA7550 analyzer. The latest version of this software can be found at
https://www.berkeleynucleonics.com/support
To connect the RTSA7550 directly to your computer:
1. Decide on whether you will be using static or dynamic IP allocation. Regardless
of which method you choose, both your PC's and the RTSA7550 Ethernet
interface must be configured for the same method of IP allocation. If necessary,
configure your RTSA7550 to your chosen method of IP allocation following the
instruction in the section.
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2. Connect the provided Ethernet cable to both your PC's and the RTSA7550
Ethernet ports.
3. Power up the RTSA7550 and wait a minute for it to complete booting.
4. Check to ensure that either your PC's or the RTSA7550 LINK indicator is
illuminated. If it is not then your PC may not support automatic crossover on its
Ethernet connection and you may require an RJ-45 crossover Ethernet cable as
specified in the section.
5. If you're using static IP allocation then skip to the next step. Otherwise, check the
STS LED for the Auto-IP setup completion (take a minute or longer).
No e: While the RTSA7550 is searching for a DHCP server, the STS LED blinks yellow
slowly until it obtains an IP address either via DHCP or Auto-IP. The STS LED blinks in a
green heartbeat pattern if it has set up successfully to using an Auto-IP address.
Verify the host PC's IP configuration using the PyRF Discovery Tool. With a
Windows OS, open a Command window and type ipconfig to show the IP
addresses assigned to each interface. The Ethernet interface should show a
69.254.x.y address as seen in the following picture as an example.
6. Use the PyRF Discovery tool or the S240 Real-Time Spectrum Analysis Software
(as shown in the following figure), both provided by BNC, to determine the
assigned IP address of the RTSA7550. In order for the Discovery tool to locate
the RTSA7550, both your computer and the RTSA7550 must be configured for
the same subnet. If you are using Auto-IP dynamic IP allocation, then they will
both be on the same 69.254.x.y subnet. If you are using static IP and the
Discovery tool cannot locate the RTSA7550, then you need to have prior
knowledge of its static IP address or use the USB console.
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Connec ing o he RTSA7550
7. The assigned IP address may now be used to communicate with the RTSA7550
analyzer.
No e: Link-local addresses used for Auto-IP are non-routable, so communications is
limited to devices within the local subnet. This restriction may be an issue when running
virtual machines (e.g. Mac Parallels, VirtualBox, etc.) that may be connected through
virtual routers to the host PC's physical network interface.
No e: After obtaining a link-local address, the RTSA7550 continues to request a
DHCP address. If a DHCP server responds at a later time, the link-local address is
overwritten with the offered IP address. This new address is retained until the network
cable is physically unplugged or the RTSA7550 is restarted.
Connec ing o he RTSA7550 Analyzer Across a Ne work
This section provides instruction on connecting the RTSA7550 to a computer across a
routed local network whether on the same subnet or across different subnets or across
a routed wide-area network such as the Internet.
To connect the RTSA7550 across a network:
1. Decide on whether you will be using static or dynamic IP allocation. Both your PC
and the RTSA7550 do not need to be configured for the same method of IP
allocation; although to locate your RTSA7550 using the BNC Discovery tool
requires that they be on the same subnet. If necessary, configure your
RTSA7550 to your chosen method of IP allocation following the instruction in the
section. If you are using dynamic IP allocation then your router or your network
must support a DHCP server.
2. Connect the provided Ethernet cable to both your router's and the RTSA7550
Ethernet ports.
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3. Power up the RTSA7550 and wait a minute for it to complete booting. The
sequence of connecting and powering on are inconsequential.
4. Check to ensure that either your router's or the RTSA7550's LINK indicator is
illuminated.
5. If your RTSA7550 is behind a firewall or a router with firewall capability, then your
network's DHCP server is likely assigning private IP addresses (e.g. 92. 68.x.x,
10.x.x.x, 72.x.x.x), and the firewall is likely providing some form of network
address translation (NAT) function. If this is the case and if you require access to
the RTSA7550 from outside your firewall, then you will likely have to configure
the firewall to allow port forwarding on port 37000 and 3700 . If necessary,
consult with your network administrator.
6. Use the PyRF Discovery tool or the S240 Real-Time Spectrum Analysis Software
both provided by BNC, to determine the RTSA7550's assigned IP address. In
order for the Discovery tool to locate the RTSA7550, both your computer and the
RTSA7550 must be configured for the same subnet. If you are using DHCP then
you may have to query your router's allocation tables to determine the IP that is
allocated to your RTSA7550 MAC address. If you are using static IP and the
Discovery tool cannot locate the RTSA7550, then you need to have prior
knowledge of its static IP address or use the USB console. If necessary, consult
with your network administrator.
7. The assigned IP address may now be used to communicate with the RTSA7550.
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Adminis ra ion Console
Adminis ra ion Console
This section provides instruction on connecting to the RTSA7550 via its web-
based Administration Console. The Administration Console provides the
ability to:
obtain status information from the
RTSA7550;
change date and time configuration;
change IP configuration;
upgrade the RTSA7550 software/
firmware;
upload customized calibrations settings;
and/or reset the R5500.
All of these functions may be performed via the network either locally or remotely.
Connec ing via Your Web Browser
Connect to the RTSA7550 Administration Console by entering the IP address of your
RTSA7550 into a web browser's web address dialog. The IP address is shown in the
S240 software as the connected device. The following "Status" web page should
appear providing information on the RTSA7550's MAC address, hardware and software
versions.
Configuring he RTSA7550 Time
The time on the RTSA7550 analyzer can be set manually or as per host PC's time or
via an NTP server.
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Adminis ra ion Console
No e: The RTSA7550 analyzer stores its time based on the Coordinated Universal
Time (UTC) and otherwise has no notion of local time-zones. Conversely, the web
dialog translates and displays the RTSA7550 time based on the local time-zone
setting of the PC.
1. Click on the "Time Configuration" link in the left column menu of the
administrative console web page. The following "RTSA7550 Device Time
Configuration" web page should appear.
2. Select the time synchronization source.
3. If “Enter time manually” is selected then enter the date and time based on your
local time-zone.
4. If “Use current PC time” is selected then the data and time fields will be
populated automatically.
5. If “NTP” is selected, enter at least one NTP server IP address and select whether
the time be synced just this one time or continuously. If “continuously” is
selected, the RTSA7550's time is synchronized to the NTP server on a
continuous and regular basis, the regularity of which is optimally determined
automatically.
6. Click the “Apply” button.
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Configuring he RTSA7550 IP Address
The RTSA7550 provides options for selecting whether the RTSA7550 IP address is
obtained dynamically using DHCP or is set manually to a static address.
Cau ion: Please note that if the RTSA7550 IP address is set to static IP then the only
way to communicate with the RTSA7550 is via that IP address. If you mistakenly enter
the wrong IP address and/or subnet mask, or forget the IP address, then you can
change the IP configuration Using the USB Console or Restarting the RTSA7550.
1. Click on the "IP Configuration" link in the left column menu of the administrative
console. The following "RTSA7550 Device IP Configuration" web page should
appear. Once the “Apply” is clicked, the new configuration will take effect
immediately and the current configuration and web page will no longer be
valid.
Upda ing he RTSA7550's Firmware
This section will step you through updating the RTSA7550 firmware. The firmware install
file contains firmware images associated with the RTSA7550 FPGA, Linux operating
system and the embedded application. The process of updating will copy the new
images to the RTSA7550 in addition to and without erasing the current installed images.
The new install will only take effect upon the RTSA7550 being restarted.
No e: Updating firmware might over-write any user-defined calibrated values, see
Customizing the RTSA7550 Calibration for more information.
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