Rohde & Schwarz EVSF1000 User manual

R&S®EVSF1000
VHF/UHF Nav/Flight
Analyzer
Getting Started
Getting Started
Version 04
1178640402
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This document describes the following R&S EVSF1000 models with firmware ver-
sion 1.20 or later:
●R&S EVSF1000 (1330.0008.02)
Furthermore, it covers the following options:
●R&S EVSF1-B4 Slide-in option (1330.1404.02)
●R&S EVSF1-Z1 Tray (1330.1410.02)
●R&S EVSF1-Z2 Service adapter (1330.1427.02)
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Contents
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Contents
1 For Your Safety...................................................................... 5
2 Documentation Overview......................................................6
3 Key Features.......................................................................... 8
4 Preparing for Use...................................................................9
5 Instrument Tour................................................................... 15
6 Operating Basics................................................................. 24
Index..................................................................................... 33

Contents
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For Your Safety
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1 For Your Safety
Intended use
The R&S EVSF1000 is a level and modulation analyzer for installation in flight
inspection aircraft. It performs measurements on ILS, VOR and marker beacon
ground stations during startup, maintenance and servicing and analyzes ATC
COM signals. The instrument’s mechanical and electrical design and high sensi-
tivity make it ideal for state-of-the-art flight inspection. In addition, the
R&S EVSF1000 performs specialized, drone-based measurements on terrestrial
navigation systems.
The product documentation helps you to use the R&S EVSF1000 safely and effi-
ciently. Follow the instructions provided here and in the "Basic Safety Instruc-
tions" brochure. Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other
users.
Where do I find safety information?
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you about the
potential dangers and gives instructions how to prevent personal injuries or dam-
age caused by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
●The printed "Basic Safety Instructions" brochure provides safety information in
many languages and is delivered with the R&S EVSF1000.
●Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you
need to take care during setup or operation.

Documentation Overview
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2 Documentation Overview
This section provides an overview of the R&S EVSF1000 user documentation.
You find it on the product page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/manual/EVSF1000
2.1 Getting Started Manual
Introduces the R&S EVSF1000 and describes how to set up and start working
with the product. A printed version is delivered with the instrument.
2.2 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, instru-
ment interfaces and error messages. Includes the contents of the getting started
manual.
The contents of the user manual are also available as online help on the
R&S EVSF1000.
2.3 Basic Safety Instructions
Contains safety instructions, operating conditions and further important informa-
tion. The printed document is delivered with the instrument.
2.4 Data Sheets and Brochures
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S EVSF1000. It
also lists the firmware applications and their order numbers, and optional acces-
sories.
Data Sheets and Brochures

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The brochure provides an overview of the instrument and deals with the specific
characteristics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/evsf/
2.5 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledg-
ment (OSA)
The release notes list new features, improvements and known issues of the cur-
rent 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/software/EVSF1000.
Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)

Key Features
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3 Key Features
The R&S EVSF1000 offers the following key features:
●Detailed analysis of ILS, VOR and Marker Beacon ground measurements
(based on ICAO Doc. 8071 and ICAO Annex 10)
●Analysis of air traffic control (ATC) communications signals
●High measurement rate, at 100 data records/s
●Two identical signal processing units for parallel measurement of Localizer
and Glidepath
●Compact, robust design (ARINC 404)
●Simple remote operation via standard interfaces
●Software options for specific use cases
●Integrated data recording

Preparing for Use
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4 Preparing for Use
Risk of injury due to disregarding safety information
Observe the information on appropriate operating conditions provided in the
data sheet to prevent personal injury or damage to the instrument. Read
and observe the basic safety instructions provided with the instrument, in
addition to the safety instructions in the following sections. In particular:
●Do not open the instrument casing.
Risk of injury due to falling instrument
Be careful when mounting or unmounting the instrument in a rack. If you do
not mount it correctly, as described in the documentation, the instrument
can fall down and injure you.
Risk of instrument damage due to inappropriate operating conditions
Specific operating conditions are required to ensure accurate measure-
ments and to avoid damage to the instrument. Observe the information on
appropriate operating conditions provided in the basic safety instructions
and the instrument's data sheet.
4.1 Unpacking and Checking the R&S EVSF1000
Check the equipment for completeness using the delivery note and the accessory
lists for the various items. Check the instrument for any damage. If there is dam-
age, immediately contact the carrier who delivered the instrument. Make sure not
to discard the box and packing material.
Unpacking and Checking the R&S EVSF1000

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Packing material
Retain the original packing material. If the instrument needs to be transpor-
ted or shipped later, you can use the material to protect the control ele-
ments and connectors.
Risk of instrument damage during transportation and shipment
Insufficient protection against mechanical and electrostatic effects during
transportation and shipment can damage the instrument.
●Always make sure that sufficient mechanical and electrostatic protection
is provided.
●When shipping an instrument, use the original packaging. If it is not
available, allow for sufficient padding to prevent the instrument from
moving around inside the box. Pack the instrument in antistatic wrap to
protect it from electrostatic charging.
●Secure the instrument to prevent any movement and other mechanical
effects during transportation.
Accessory list
The instrument comes with the following accessories:
●AC/DC power supply with cable
●XLR connection cable
●Printed Getting Started manual
4.2 Setting Up the Instrument
The R&S EVSF1000 can be operated in a variety of places without detrimental
effects on its features. Even the movement caused by transportation or mobile
use does not impair its functioning.
Setting Up the Instrument