Omicron Bode 100 User manual

Bode 100
Quick Start Guide
+ Multilingual Safety Instructions

Version: ENU1006 03 03 — Year: 2021
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Contents
1 About this Quick Start Guide ......................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions ........................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Operator qualifications ....................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Rules for use ...................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Designated use .................................................................................................................. 8
2.4 Cleaning ............................................................................................................................. 8
3 Compliance statements and recycling .......................................................................... 9
3.1 Compliance statement ........................................................................................................ 9
3.2 Information for disposal and recycling ................................................................................ 9
4 Bode 100 and accessories ............................................................................................. 10
4.1 Delivered items ................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Optional accessories .......................................................................................................... 11
5 Technical data ................................................................................................................... 12
5.1 Absolute maximum ratings ................................................................................................. 12
5.2 Bode 100 specifications ..................................................................................................... 13
5.3 System requirements ......................................................................................................... 14
5.4 Environmental requirements .............................................................................................. 14
5.5 Mechanical data ................................................................................................................. 14
6 Device overview ............................................................................................................... 15
6.1 Connectors ......................................................................................................................... 15
7 Getting started ................................................................................................................. 17
7.1 Installing the Bode Analyzer Suite ..................................................................................... 17
7.2 Powering the Bode 100 ...................................................................................................... 17
7.3 Connecting Bode 100 to a computer ................................................................................. 17
7.4 Performing your first measurement ................................................................................... 18
7.5 Using external probes ........................................................................................................ 21
8 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 22
9 Multilingual Safety Instructions ...................................................................................... 23
Български ‒ Указания за безопасност, предназначение и квалификации на оператора ........... 23
Čeština ‒ Bezpečnostní pokyny, určené použití a kvalifi kace operátora .......................................... 23
Dansk ‒ Sikkerhedsanvisninger, tilsigtet brug og operatørkvalifi kationer ......................................... 24
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Deutsch ‒ Sicherheitshinweise, bestimmungsgemäße Verwendung und Qualifikation des
Bedienpersonals ................................................................................................................................ 24
Ελληνικά ‒ Οδηγίες ασφαλείας, προβλεπόμενη χρήση και προσόντα χειριστών .............................. 25
Español ‒ Instrucciones de seguridad, aplicación prevista y cualifi cación del operador .................. 26
Eesti keel ‒ Ohutusjuhised, kasutusotstarve ja kasutaja kvalifi katsioon ........................................... 26
Suomalainen ‒ Turvallisuusohjeet, käyttötarkoitus ja käyttäjän pätevyys .......................................... 27
Français ‒ Consignes de sécurité, utilisation prévue et qualifi cations des opérateurs ..................... 28
Hrvatski ‒ Sigurnosne upute, predviđena namjena i kvalifi kacije rukovatelja ................................... 28
Magyar ‒ Biztonsági utasítások, rendeltetésszerű használat és kezelői szakképesítési
követelmények ................................................................................................................................... 29
Italiano ‒ Istruzioni di sicurezza, utilizzo previsto e qualifi che degli operator ................................... 29
Lietuvių ‒ Saugos nurodymai, numatomasis naudojimas ir operatoriaus kvalifi kacija ...................... 30
Latvijas ‒ Drošības instrukcijas, paredzētā izmantošana un operatora kvalifi kācija ......................... 31
Nederlands ‒ Veiligheidsinstructies, beoogd gebruik en kwalifi caties van de bediener ................... 31
Polski ‒ Instrukcje bezpieczeństwa, przeznaczenie i kwalifi kacje operatora .................................... 32
Portugues do Brasil ‒ Instruções de segurança, uso designado e qualifi cações do operador ......... 32
Română ‒ Instrucțiuni de siguranță, destinația de utilizare și califi cările operatorului ...................... 33
Slovenský ‒ Bezpečnostné pokyny, určené použitie a kvalifi kácia obsluhy ..................................... 34
Slovenščina ‒ Varnostna navodila, predvidena uporaba in kvalifi kacije upravljavca ........................ 34
Svenska ‒ Säkerhetsinstruktioner, avsedd användning och användarkvalifi kationer ....................... 35
Support ............................................................................................................................. 36
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1 About this Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide was written for professional specialists in electronics and electrical
engineering. Its purpose is to familiarize you with the Bode 100 vector network analyzer and its
various application fields. It contains helpful instructions on how to use Bode 100 safely, properly, and
efficiently.
This Bode 100 Quick Start Guide provides you short information on how to install the
Bode Analyzer Suite and how to connect the Bode 100 to your PC. It is intended as an aid for you to
take the Bode 100 into operation quickly and easily. Thus, this Quick Start Guide only provides a small
subset of information available for Bode 100. When using accessories in combination with the
Bode 100, read the corresponding documentation.
Therefore, we recommend to read the Bode 100 User Manual, which is available in PDF format on the
DVD delivered with Bode 100.
Furthermore, the Bode 100 User Manual can be viewed by clicking the icon at the top right corner
of the Bode Analyzer Suite screen.
In addition, the latest version of this Quick Start Guide and the Bode 100 User Manual can be
downloaded from www.omicron-lab.com.
Safety symbols used in this document:
DANGER
Death or severe injury will occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not
observed.
WARNING
Death or severe injury can occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not
observed.
CAUTION
Minor or moderate injury may occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not
observed.
NOTICE
Equipment damage or loss of data possible
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2 Safety instructions
Before operating Bode 100 and its accessories, read the following safety instructions carefully. If you
do not fully understand any safety instruction or any part thereof, contact OMICRON Lab before
proceeding. When working with Bode 100, observe all safety instructions in this document. You are
responsible for every application that makes use of an OMICRON or OMICRON Lab product. Any
miss-operation can result in damage to property or persons. Maintenance and repair of Bode 100 and
its accessories is only permitted by qualified experts either at OMICRON Lab or at certified repair
centers.
Following these instructions will help you to prevent danger, repair costs and possible down time due
to incorrect operation. Furthermore, it ensures the reliability and life-cycle of Bode 100.
Use Bode 100 in observance of all existing safety requirements from national standards for
accident prevention and environmental protection.
Reading the Bode 100 manual alone does not release you from the duty of complying with all national
and international safety regulations relevant for working with Bode 100.
2.1 Operator qualifications
• Testing with Bode 100 must only be carried out by qualified, skilled and authorized personnel.
• Personnel receiving training, instructions, directions, or education on Bode 100 must be under
constant supervision of an experienced operator while working with the equipment.
• Testing with Bode 100 must comply with the on-site safety instructions as well as additional
relevant documents.
2.2 Rules for use
•Bode 100 is exclusively intended for the application area specified in this document. The
manufacturer/distributors are not liable for damage resulting from a use other than the specified
operation. The user alone assumes all responsibility and risk.
• Use Bode 100 only when it is in a technically sound condition.
• Do not open Bode 100 or remove any of its housing components.
• The Bode 100 does not contain any serviceable parts. Do not open the Bode 100 or carry out any
modifications, extensions, or adaptations.
• Use Bode 100 in observance of all existing safety requirements from national and international
standards for accident prevention and environmental protection.
• Always keep the manual either printed or as PDF file at the site where Bode 100 is used. The
manual must be read by all people working with Bode 100. In addition to the manual and the
applicable regulations for accident prevention in the country and at the site of operation, heed the
accepted technical procedures for safe and competent work.
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2.3 Designated use
Bode 100 and its accessories are especially designed for swept frequency measurements of
electronic circuits in laboratory and manufacturing environments.
Typical applications are:
• Measurement of the complex transfer function of amplifiers, filters and attenuators
• S-Parameter measurement in the 50 Ω domain
• Stability assessment of control loops
• Determination of resonance frequencies of piezo elements and quartz crystals
• Impedance measurement of inductors, capacitors and resistors
Disclaimer
The advisory procedures and information contained within this document have been compiled as a
guide to the safe and effective operation of Bode 100. It has been prepared in conjunction with
application engineers and the collective experience of the manufacturer. The in-service conditions for
the use of Bode 100 may vary between customers and end-users.
Consequently, this document is offered as a guide only. It shall be used in conjunction with the
customers own safety procedures, maintenance program, engineering judgment, and training
qualifications.
Using Bode 100 or its accessories in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may result in
damage to property or persons.
2.4 Cleaning
Use a cloth dampened with isopropanol alcohol to clean Bode 100 and its accessories.
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3 Compliance statements and recycling
3.1 Compliance statement
Declaration of Conformity (EU)
The equipment adheres to the guidelines of the council of the European Community for meeting the
requirements of the member states regarding the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) directive and
the RoHS directive.
FCC compliance (USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
Declaration of compliance (Canada)
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe
A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The use of the delivered mains adapter is required to comply with FCC and ICES rules as
well as the EMC directive.
3.2 Information for disposal and recycling
Bode 100 and all of its accessories are not intended for household use.
At the end of its service life, do not dispose of the test set with household
waste!
For customers in EU countries (incl. European Economic Area)
OMICRON test sets are subject to the EU Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive (WEEE directive). As part of our legal obligations
under this legislation, OMICRON offers to take back the test set and to
ensure that it is disposed of by an authorized recycling facility.
For customers outside the European Economic Area
Please contact the authorities in charge for the relevant environmental
regulations in your country and dispose Bode 100 and all of its
accessories only in accordance with your local legal requirements.
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4 Bode 100 and accessories
4.1 Delivered items
Bode 100
multi functional test set Bode Analyzer Suite on DVD Wide-range AC power supply
including mains input plugs for
different national standards
Test objects
(Quartz filter and IF filter) on
PCB
USB Cable
4 pc. BNC 50 Ω cables with 500
mm length (m-m)
BNC adapters (straight, T, Short,
Load 50 Ω) Bode 100 Quick Start Guide
The delivered items may vary a bit from the look shown above. Please refer to the packing
list received with the Bode 100 for further information
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4.2 Optional accessories
B-WIT 100 Wideband Injection Transformer & B-LFT 100 Low-
Frequency Injection Transformer
The B-WIT 100 and B-LFT 100 are used to inject signals into
control loops. Its main application are the stability analysis of
switched mode power supplies and linear voltage regulators.
B-WIT 100 order number: OL000151
B-LFT 100 order number: OL000169
PML-111O 10:1 Passive Probe
PML-111O is a passive 10:1 probe designed for the input stage of
Bode 100. It is manufactured by PMK in Germany and fits perfectly
to the Bode 100.
Order number: OL000110
B-WIC & B-SMC Impedance test fixtures
B-WIC and B-SMC extend the impedance measurement range
of Bode 100. They enable you to easily measure THT or SMD
components such as inductors and capacitors.
B-WIC order number: OL000152
B-SMC order numer: OL000153
B-AMP 12 Amplifier
12 dB amplifier to boost the output signal of Bode 100 for
applications where more than 13 dBm are needed.
Order number: OL000168
B-LCM Common Mode Choke
A low-frequency common mode choke to reduce ground-loop
errors in e.g. Shunt-Thru measurements.
Order number: OL000175
B-RFID Measurement Adapters
The B-RFID adapters allow standard compliant measurement of
the resonance frequency and Q-factor of RFID antennas.
Order numbers: OL000170-OL000173
For more information on the above mentioned Bode 100 accessories and recommended
accessories manufactured by partner companies visit www.omicron-lab.com.
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5 Technical data
In this section you can find the most important technical data for the Bode 100 Revision 2. Technical
data can change without notice.
You can download a detailed technical data sheet for Bode 100 from the OMICRON Lab website
www.omicron-lab.com → Bode 100 → Technical Data .
NOTICE
Risk of permanent damage of the device.
Exceeding the absolute maximum ratings might result in equipment damage.
► Do not exceed the absolute maximum ratings listed below.
5.1 Absolute maximum ratings
Table 5-1: Absolute maximum ratings
Characteristic Absolute Maximum Rating
DC Power Input
DC supply voltage +28 V
Max. DC supply reverse voltage -28 V
INPUT CH 1, INPUT CH 2 connectors (high Z input impedance selected )
Maximum DC input signal 50 V
Maximum AC input signal 1 Hz...1 MHz: 50 Vrms
1 MHz...2 MHz: 30 Vrms
2 MHz...5 MHz: 15 Vrms
5 MHz...10 MHz: 10 Vrms
10 MHz ... 50 MHz: 7 Vrms
INPUT CH 1, INPUT CH 2 connectors (50 Ω input impedance selected)
Maximum input power 1 W
Maximum input voltage 7 Vrms
OUTPUT connector
Maximum reverse power 0.5 W
Maximum reverse voltage 3.5 Vrms
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5.2 Bode 100 specifications
Table 5-2: Bode 100 specifications:
Characteristic Rating
OUTPUT
Voltage range -30 dBm...13 dBm
7 mVrms...1 Vrms at 50 Ω load
14 mVrms...2 Vrms at high impedance load
Frequency range 1 Hz...50 MHz
Wave form sinusoidal
Source impedance 50 Ω
Connector BNC
INPUT CH 1, INPUT CH 2
AC measurement range 100 mVrms full scale with 0 dB input attenuation
10 Vrms full scale with 40 dB input attenuation
Frequency range 1 Hz...50 MHz
Input impedance Selectable via software:
50 Ω or
1 MΩ ±2% || 40...55 pF (AC-coupled)
Connectors BNC
Input attenuators Selectable via software:
0 dB, 10 dB, 20 dB, 30 dB, 40 dB
Receiver bandwidth Selectable via software:
1 Hz, 3 Hz, 10 Hz, 30 Hz, 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz,
3 kHz , 5 kHz
Dynamic Range > 100 dB (10 Hz receiver bandwidth)
Gain Error < 0.1 dB (calibrated)
Phase Error < 0.5° (calibrated)
PC interface
Universal serial bus USB 2.0 or higher
Connector USB type B socket
DC Power requirements
Supply voltage range +9 ... 24 V
Minimum DC supply power 10 W
Connector Coaxial power socket (2.5 mm / 5.5mm)
We strongly recommend to use the power supply delivered with Bode 100.
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5.3 System requirements
Table 5-3: System requirements
Characteristic Minimum PC Configuration
Processor Intel Core-i Dual-Core (or similar)
Memory (RAM) 2 GB, 4 GB recommended
Graphics resolution Super VGA (1024x768)
higher resolution recommended
Graphics card DirectX 11 with Direct2D support
USB interface USB 2.0 or higher
Operating System Microsoft Windows 10
Software Bode 100 Revision 2 requires Bode Analyzer
Suite 3.00 or newer.
5.4 Environmental requirements
Table 5-4: Environmental requirements
Characteristic Condition Rating
Temperature Storage -35 ... +60 °C / -31...+140 °F
Operating +5 ... +40 °C / -41...+104 °F
For specification 23 °C ±5 °C / 73 °F ±18 °F
Relative humidity Storage 20 ... 90 %, non-condensing
Operating 20 ... 80 %, non-condensing
5.5 Mechanical data
Table 5-5: Mechanical data
Characteristic Rating
Dimensions (w x h x d) without connectors 26 cm x 5 cm x 26.5 cm / 10.25 " x 2 " x 10.5 "
Weight < 2 kg / 4.4 lbs
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6 Device overview
Bode 100 is a USB controlled vector network analyzer. The system consists of the Bode 100 hardware
and the Bode Analyzer Suite software. In the following the Bode 100 hardware is described in detail.
To learn more about the Bode Analyzer Suite, please check out 7.4 Performing your first measurement
on page 18 ff.
6.1 Connectors
Bode 100 provides the following three connectors at the front panel:
• OUTPUT: signal output (BNC socket)
• CH 1: channel 1 signal input (BNC socket)
• CH 2: channel 2 signal input (BNC socket)
Figure 6-1: Bode 100 front view
WARNING
Death or severe injury can occur if hazardous voltages are connected to the
Bode 100.
Bode 100 is a SELV device (SELV = Safety Extra Low Voltage according to IEC
60950-1).
► Do not apply voltage levels >50 VDC or >25 VAC to the inputs of Bode 100.
► Be aware that no indication on Bode 100 shows that the output is active. This
could be especially critical if amplifiers are connected to Bode 100.
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Bode 100 provides the following three connectors at the rear panel:
• DC power input:
input for DC voltages from 9 V to 24 V (5.5 mm coaxial plug with 2.5 mm pin)
• USB: data interface (USB type B port)
• : Ground connector for external ground connection (4 mm banana-socket)
Figure 6-2: Bode 100 rear view
NOTICE
Risk of permanent damage of the device.
Exceeding the absolute maximum ratings might result in equipment damage.
► The AC-coupled inputs represent a high impedance for DC signal. Before using passive probes,
check out 7.5 Using external probes on page 21.
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7 Getting started
This section explains how to connect Bode 100, put it into operation and how to perform the first
measurement with it.
7.1 Installing the Bode Analyzer Suite
To install the Bode Analyzer Suite insert the DVD delivered with the Bode 100 and follow the
instructions on the screen. In case that you have deactivated the auto run function of your computer's
operating system navigate to the root directory of the DVD and start the setup manually.
If you have no DVD drive on your computer you can download the latest version of the
Bode Analyzer Suite from www.omicron-lab.com.
It is recommended to disconnect the USB connection between the Bode 100 and your PC
during the installation of the Bode Analyzer Suite.
7.2 Powering the Bode 100
NOTICE
Equipment damage possible.
Make sure the voltage and polarity of the power supply match the ratings of the device.
► Use the power adapter delivered with the Bode 100.
The Bode 100 is powered with an external wide-range AC power adapter. Before powering Bode 100,
select the adapter’s mains input plug fitting your power outlet. Plug the adapter’s DC output connector
into the Bode 100 DC power input on the rear panel and the mains input plug into the power outlet.
7.3 Connecting Bode 100 to a computer
The Bode 100 communicates with the computer via USB. Connect the Bode 100's USB connector on
the rear panel to the USB connector of your computer using the USB cable delivered with your
Bode 100.
Some USB Hubs can cause problems with the data transfer between the Bode 100 and your
computer. In case you are experiencing problems with the USB connection, try to connect
your Bode 100 directly to a USB port of your computer. The same applies to some USB
isolators.
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7.4 Performing your first measurement
Follow the steps described below to perform your first measurement:
Connect the test object "IF Filter" to the Bode 100 using two BNC cables as shown in the figure below.
Figure 7-1: Connecting the test object IF Filter to the Bode 100
Now start the Bode Analyzer Suite:
- either by clicking its desktop icon:
- or by using the Microsoft Windows start
menu:
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After the Bode Analyzer Suite has started, you will see a start screen as shown below:
Figure 7-2: Bode Analyzer Suite start screen
To find out if your Bode 100 is recognized by the Bode Analyzer Suite, check if the serial number of
your Bode 100 is displayed like shown in the figure above (see 1.). If no serial number is displayed,
refer to the section Troubleshooting for further information.
To start your first measurement click the file name TransRefl_IF-filter.bode3 in recent (see 2.)
If you cannot see the file TransRefl_IF-filter.bode3 in Recent, use the
function and enter "%APPDATA%\OMICRON Lab\Bode Analyzer Suite\Demo Files\" to
navigate to the demo files.
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Figure 7-3: Your First Measurement
To start your first measurement, simply press the button marked with a red frame in the figure above.
Congratulations! You have just performed your first measurement using the Bode 100.
The red curve shows the transmission characteristic (S21) of the IF filter, while the blue
curve shows the reflection (S11) of the IF filter.
Please refer to the Bode 100 User Manual for more information on the Bode 100 and its measurement
capabilities. You can view the user manual by clicking Read user manual in the start screen or by
clicking the help icon that is available at the top right corner of the Bode Analyzer Suite window.
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