KONRAD KT-RFCT 2400A User manual

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KT-RFCT 2400A
User Manual

KT-RFCT 2400A
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Table of Contents
MASTHEAD .................................................................................................. 2
1 WELCOME .............................................................................................. 4
2 UNPACKING THE KT-RFCT 2400A .......................................................... 5
3 DOCUMENTATION.................................................................................. 5
4 FRONT AND REAR PANELS ..................................................................... 7
4.1 Front Panel ............................................................................................ 7
4.2 Rear Panel ............................................................................................. 9
5 HARDWARE SET-UP ............................................................................... 9
5.1 DC power connection .............................................................................. 9
5.2 Power On and Confirmation of Bootup ..................................................... 10
6 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION (FOR WINDOWS) ..................................... 11
6.1 Additional Software Components ............................................................ 12
6.2 Using the Finder APP............................................................................. 13
6.3 Changing the Tester IP Address – (if required) ......................................... 14
7 OPERATION USING THE KT-RFCT 2400A SOFT FRONT PANEL ............. 15
8 CHANGING THE KT-RFCT 2400 FIRMWARE USING THE UPDATER APP. 21
9 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ............................................................... 26
9.1 Extension Port ..................................................................................... 26
9.2 Rack mount Installation (optional) .......................................................... 27
10 REGULATORY ....................................................................................... 28
11 SUPPORT ............................................................................................. 29
11.1 Calibration ......................................................................................... 29
11.2 Warranty ........................................................................................... 29

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1 Welcome
Welcome to the KT-RFCT 2400A User Manual. The purpose of this document is to provide
information to users to verify device operation and to quickly get up and running with the
device.
Figure 1 –KT-RFCT 2400A
The Konrad-Technologies Radio Frequencies Communication Tester (KT-RFCT 2400A)
provides a low-cost test solution for test of wireless devices. Both RF parametric test and
network throughput performance testing are possible within the same instrument covering
key communication standards such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Figure 2 – Block Diagram of the KT-RFCT 2400A
The KT-RFCT 2400A Tester has connectors and status indicators on the front panel, but no
actual user controls. The device is controlled remotely over the Ethernet Interface accessed
on the rear of the device. You can use the supplied Konrad KT-RFCT 2400A Tools Software to
configure and control via a Soft Front Panel application. Alternatively, you can control the
test set remotely via software APIs provided by Konrad.

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The User Manual is divided into the following sections:
 Unpacking the KT-RFCT 2400A tester
 Documentation
 Front and Rear panels
 Hardware Setup
 Software Installation (for Windows users)
 Finding the KT-RFCT 2400A on the Ethernet using the Finder APP
 Operation using the KT-RFCT 2400A Soft Front Panel
 Changing the firmware using the KT-RFCT 2400A Updater
 Further Information
 Compliance and CE Marking
 Regulatory
 Konrad Support and Service Information
2 Unpacking the KT-RFCT 2400A
Initial Inspection
Please inspect the shipping container for damage. If the shipping container or packaging
material is damaged it should be kept until the contents have been checked mechanically
and electrically. If there is mechanical damage, notify Konrad Technologies (see page 28 for
further information).
Keep the damaged shipping materials (if any) for inspection by the carrier and a Konrad
representative.
What ships in the Box?
KT-RFCT-2400A when ordered using part number G170125 is supplied inclusive of AC/DC
power converter, CAT6 1m data cable and a Quick Start Guide.
License keys for any purchased options can be obtained by emailing support@konrad-
technologies.de
3 Documentation
KT-RFCT 2400A documentation includes:
 The KT-RFCT 2400A User Manual (this guide) – Leads you through unpacking,
checking the tester, powering on the tester and communicating with the device using
the supplied KT Software Application.
 The KT-RFCT 2400A Product Datasheet – This contains the detail on the
Specifications and the interfaces available for you to use.
 The KT-RFCT 2400A Quick Start Guide – This is supplied in the box and provided a
sub-set of this document.

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 The KT-RFCT 2400A Application and Programming Guide – a document providing
detail on how to control and use the device under control from a user developed
software application. (Under Development)
Abbreviations Used in this Guide
APP Software Application
AC Alternating Current
BT Bluetooth
DC Direct Current
DUT Device under test, unit under test, test specimen
IP Internet Protocol
KT Konrad Technologies
PC Personal Computer
RF Radio Frequency
RFCT KT-RFCT 2400A
SMA Sub-Miniature type A – RF connector type
SN Serial Number
USB Universal Serial Bus
Wi-fi Wireless Technology based on IEEE802.11 Standards

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4 Front and Rear Panels
4.1 Front Panel
Figure 3 –KT-RFCT 2400A Front Panel Layout
Description Connector Warning
1 RF input to the non
signaling transceiver
SMA (f) (50
ohms)
Do not exceed -10dBm Max RF power
or 0V DC
Ensure static precautions are taken to
avoid damage through static discharge
2 RF input/output to the non
signaling transceiver
SMA (f) (50
ohms)
Do not exceed -10dBm Max RF power
or 0V DC
Ensure static precautions are taken to
avoid damage through static discharge
3 RF input/output to the Wi-fi
/ Bluetooth radio
SMA (f) (50
ohms)
Do not exceed -10dBm Max RF power
or 0V DC
Ensure static precautions are taken to
avoid damage through static discharge
4 Input for an External
10MHz Reference
SMA (f) (50
ohms)
Do not exceed +15dBm
5
USB 3.0 (for future use but
can be used to provide DC
power)
Type A
6 I/O Extension (see table) D-Sub 37 way
7 Status Indicators
Table 1 – Front Panel Inputs and Output

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4.1.1 Status Indication LEDs
LED
Description
Tx act
Off
–
RF output is in
-
active (Tx/Rx port)
On – RF output is active (Tx/Rx port)
Rx act
Off
–
Signal acquisition is idle (Tx/Rx or Rx port as configured)
On – Signal acquisition in progress (Tx/Rx or Rx port as configured)
Status
Off
–
No DC input power
Flashing – Booting up in progress
On – Ready
Err
Off
–
No error
On –Error Present
Table 2 – Status Indication LED

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4.2 Rear Panel
Figure 4 –KT-RFCT 2400A Rear panel inputs and outputs
D
escription
Connector
Warning
1 12 VDC input
Jack type RAPC722X
2.0 mm center pin
diameter with positive (+)
polarity
Do not exceed +12V DC
Do not apply DC power to
both DC power inputs
simultaneously.
2 12 VDC input Phoenix
Do not exceed +12V DC
Do not apply DC power to
both DC power inputs
simultaneously.
3
Ethernet (1GB)
RJ45 Cat 6
4
Serial Number
Table 3 – Rear panel inputs and outputs
5 Hardware Set-Up
This section will step you through:
 Connection of a suitable power supply
 Confirmation of boot up
5.1 DC power connection
DC power can be applied to either the Jack input or the Pheonix input from a 12V/3A DC
PSU.
The Pheonix input is best suited to permanent installation in a rack.
DC should not be applied to both simultaneously.

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5.2 Power On and Confirmation of Bootup
When the DC input is connected and tester will power on and all front panel LED’s will
illuminate briefly.
During bootup, the green Status LED will initially flash and then remain on once bootup is
complete.
The KT-RFCT 2400A is then ready for use.
Figure 5 – Bootup Status LED