Rohde & Schwarz EVSF1000 User manual

R&S®EVSF1000
VHF/UHF Nav/Flight Analyzer
User Manual
User Manual
Version 05
1178641002
(;ÜÎ:2)

This document describes the following R&S EVSF1000 models with the firmware version 1.20 and 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 Test adapter (1330.1427.02)
●R&S EVSG-K1 ILS CRS/CLR Analysis (1329.9005.02)
●R&S EVSG-K2 VOR Analysis (1329.9011.02)
●R&S EVSG-K3 MB Analysis (1329.9028.02)
●R&S®EVSG1000-K4 GBAS Analysis (1329.9034.02)
●R&S®EVSG1000-K5 SCAT-I Analysis (1329.9040.02)
●R&S EVSG-K6 COM Analysis (1329.9057.02)
●R&S EVSG-K10 RF Spectrum Analysis (1329.9063.02)
●R&S EVSG-K11 AF Spectrum Analysis (1329.9070.02)
© 2019 Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG
Mühldorfstr. 15, 81671 München, Germany
Phone: [phone] - 0
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Internet: www.rohde-schwarz.com
Subject to change – Data without tolerance limits is not binding.
R&S® is a registered trademark of Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG.
Trade names are trademarks of the owners.
1178.6410.02 | Version 05 | R&S®EVSF1000
Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol , e.g. R&S®EVSF1000 is indicated as
R&S EVSF1000.

Contents
R&S®EVSF1000
3User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
Contents
1 For Your Safety.......................................................................................5
2 Documentation Overview......................................................................6
3 Getting Started....................................................................................... 8
4 Measurements and Results.................................................................30
5 Configuring the Input Signal and Measurement Mode.....................33
6 Numeric Measurement Modes............................................................ 35
7 Graphic Measurement Modes.............................................................93
8 GBAS/SCAT-I Mode (Options R&S EVSG-K4/-K5)...........................113
9 Using Markers in the Graphical Displays........................................ 155
10 Data Management.............................................................................. 157
11 Common Instrument Settings...........................................................166
12 Remote Commands........................................................................... 180
Annex.................................................................................................. 275
A ILS Channel Frequency List..............................................................275
B VOR Channel Frequency List............................................................277
C References..........................................................................................279
D Format Description of GBAS and SCAT-I Data................................280
List of Commands..............................................................................286
Index....................................................................................................294

Contents
R&S®EVSF1000
4User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05

For Your Safety
R&S®EVSF1000
5User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
1 For Your Safety
Intended use
The R&S EVSF1000 is a level and modulation analyzer for installation in flight inspec-
tion aircraft. It performs measurements on ILS, VOR and marker beacon ground sta-
tions during startup, maintenance and servicing and analyzes ATC COM signals. The
instrument’s mechanical and electrical design and high sensitivity 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 efficiently.
Follow the instructions provided here and in the "Basic Safety Instructions" 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 poten-
tial dangers and gives instructions how to prevent personal injuries or damage 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
R&S®EVSF1000
6User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
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, instrument 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 information.
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 accessories.
The brochure provides an overview of the instrument and deals with the specific char-
acteristics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/evsf/
Data Sheets and Brochures

Documentation Overview
R&S®EVSF1000
7User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
2.5 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/software/EVSF1000.
Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
8User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
3 Getting Started
3.1 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 Gli-
depath
●Compact, robust design (ARINC 404)
●Simple remote operation via standard interfaces
●Software options for specific use cases
●Integrated data recording
3.2 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.
Preparing for Use

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
9User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
Risk of instrument damage due to inappropriate operating conditions
Specific operating conditions are required to ensure accurate measurements 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.
3.2.1 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 damage, imme-
diately contact the carrier who delivered the instrument. Make sure not to discard the
box and packing material.
Packing material
Retain the original packing material. If the instrument needs to be transported or ship-
ped later, you can use the material to protect the control elements 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 provi-
ded.
●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 dur-
ing transportation.
Accessory list
The instrument comes with the following accessories:
●AC/DC power supply with cable
●XLR connection cable
●Printed Getting Started manual
3.2.2 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.
Preparing for Use

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
10User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
Risk of instrument damage due to environmental conditions
The R&S EVSF1000 is designed to provide a protected environment for the measure-
ment setup. However, observe the allowed environmental conditions concerning tem-
perature, humidity and mechanical stress described in the R&S EVSF1000 data sheet
and the general safety instructions to avoid damage to the devices.
Ensure that the airflow perforations are unimpeded.
If your R&S EVSF1000 comes with the optional tray for rack installation, start with
Chapter 3.2.2.3, "Installing the R&S EVSF1000 in a Rack", on page 10.
3.2.2.1 Connecting the R&S EVSF1000 to the Board Power
The R&S EVSF1000 is connected to the board power (11 V DC to 32 V DC) of the
flight inspection plane or the drone.
The R&S EVSF1000 is inline with DO-160G, Section 16, Category A. (200 ms DC
power interruption without reboot of R&S EVSF1000 for a minimum of 20 V DC input.)
Risk of electric shock
Insufficient insulation and exceeding the current limitation of external power supplies
for safety extra-low DC voltage (SELV) can lead to electric shock.
Be sure to meet the requirements for reinforced/double insulation in accordance with
DIN/EN/IEC 61010 (UL 3111, CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1) orDIN/EN/IEC 60950 (UL 1950,
CSA C22.2 No. 950). Provide current limitation in accordance with DIN EN 61010-1
Appendix F2.1.
3.2.2.2 Connecting Devices for Signal Input and Output
1. Connect the RF input connector (RX 1 IN/RX 2 IN) with the receiving antenna (see
Chapter 3.3.2.4, "RX 1 In / RX 2 In", on page 18).
2. Connect any other required connectors for input or output, such as GPS or PPS
signals (see Chapter 3.3.1, "Front Panel", on page 14 and Chapter 3.3.2, "Rear
Panel", on page 16).
3.2.2.3 Installing the R&S EVSF1000 in a Rack
The R&S EVSF1000 is meant for use in a flight inspection plane or a drone. For a sta-
ble setup, you can connect the R&S EVSF1000 to an optional installation tray that you
insert in the flight inspection rack.
Preparing for Use

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
11User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
Using the connector plate, you can remove and replace the R&S EVSF1000 quickly
and easily. While the tray remains connected to the aircraft permanently, you can
remove the R&S EVSF1000 quickly and easily, without having to disconnect all cables
from the instrument individually.
This setup requires an R&S EVSF1000 with the following options:
●Slide-in hardware (R&S EVSF1-B4)
●Installation tray with connector (R&S EVSF1-Z1)
The 60 mm perforations allow you to mount external fans to the tray.
To mount the R&S EVSF1000 on an installation tray
1. WARNING! Risk of injury due to falling instrument. Be careful when mounting or
unmounting the instrument in a rack. If the instrument falls down it can injure you.
Insert the installation tray into the flight inspection rack. Make sure it lies in the rack
straight and securely.
2. Fasten the tray in the rack by inserting 5 mm flattop screws from the top of the tray
through the rack. Fasten 3 screws through the perforations on the left, and 3
screws through one of the two rows on the right in Figure 3-1. Use only the indica-
ted perforations for rack-mounting to ensure the mechanical strength of the tray.
Figure 3-1: Perforations for installation in the rack
Preparing for Use

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
12User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
3. Connect the ARINC connector of the tray to the board power supply and any other
devices required for signal input or output, such as the receiving antenna, the GPS
receiver, or the PPS signal.
For a description of the pin assignment, see Table 3-1.
4. Place the bottom of the R&S EVSF1000 on top of the installation tray.
5. Insert the ARINC connector of the tray to the female connector on the
R&S EVSF1000.
6. Make sure the curved offsets of the metal plate on the instrument lay securely on
the knobs at the front of the tray.
Preparing for Use

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
13User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
7. Fasten the knobs on the tray manually by twisting them clock-wise.
The instrument is ready for operation.
Service adapter
If you need to operate a R&S EVSF1000 with the slide-in hardware outside an aircraft,
you can use the optional service adapter (R&S EVSF1-Z2) to connect a power supply
and any other signal input and output devices. The service adapter combines an
ARINC connector as described in Figure 3-4 with the common connectors provided on
the rear panel of a conventional R&S EVSF1000.
3.2.3 Starting the R&S EVSF1000
After connecting the power supply, or the ARINC connector with an active power sup-
ply, R&S EVSF1000 starts immediately.
Preparing for Use

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
14User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
3.3 Instrument Tour
3.3.1 Front Panel
Figure 3-2: R&S EVSF1000 - Front panel view
1 = Display
2 = USB Connectors (2x)
3 = AF Out
4 = Carry Handle
3.3.1.1 Display
The display shows a basic set of measurement and configuration settings.
Instrument Tour

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
15User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
3.3.1.2 USB Connectors (2x)
The front panel provides two female USB connectors (USB-A, 2.0 standard) to connect
devices like a memory stick or a USB keyboard.
The memory stick is used to store and reload instrument settings, to perform software
updates and to export measurement data.
A standard USB keyboard is used to configure the basic TCP/IP parameters.
For details, see Chapter 3.4.1, "Basic Configuration and Status Display", on page 22.
3.3.1.3 AF Out
Connection of a headset with a 3.5 mm jack plug into the AF OUT plug.
3.3.1.4 Carry Handle
The carry handle is used to remove the R&S EVSF1000 from the flight inspection rack
in which the R&S EVSF1000 is mounted.
Instrument Tour

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
16User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
3.3.2 Rear Panel
Figure 3-3: R&S EVSF1000 - Rear panel view (basic model, without R&S EVSF1-B4 option)
1 = LAN
2 = RS-232 GPS
3 = PPS In
4 = RX 1 In / RX 2 In
5 = Power Supply
Instrument Tour

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
17User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
If the R&S EVSF1000 is provided with the optional slide-in hardware R&S EVSF1-B4
installed, the rear panel has an ARINC connector instead of the individual connectors.
See Chapter 3.3.2.6, "Optional ARINC Connector (R&S EVSF1-B4)", on page 18.
Figure 3-4: R&S EVSF1000 - Rear panel view with ARINC connector (slide-in option R&S EVSF1-B4)
For the specification of the following interfaces, see the R&S EVSF1000 data sheet.
●LAN (Ethernet)........................................................................................................ 17
●RS-232 GPS........................................................................................................... 18
●PPS In.....................................................................................................................18
●RX 1 In / RX 2 In..................................................................................................... 18
●Power Supply..........................................................................................................18
●Optional ARINC Connector (R&S EVSF1-B4)........................................................ 18
●LF In (Baseband Input, R&S EVSF1-B4 only)........................................................ 20
●Demod Out (Baseband Output, R&S EVSF1-B4 only)........................................... 20
●AF Out (R&S EVSF1-B4 only)................................................................................ 21
●Trigger In (R&S EVSF1-B4 only)............................................................................ 21
●IP-Address Select (R&S EVSF1-B4 only)...............................................................21
3.3.2.1 LAN (Ethernet)
Operate the R&S EVSF1000 remotely using the LAN connection (Fast Ethernet). The
LAN connection can also be used to stream measurement data. The data transfer rate
is 100 Mbit/s.
Instrument Tour

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
18User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
With a VNC Viewer session, hardkey and softkey tasks of R&S EVSF1000 can be per-
formed via shortcuts on a remote keyboard.
For details about remote control, see Chapter 12, "Remote Commands", on page 180.
3.3.2.2 RS-232 GPS
Connect a GPS receiver to the GPS RS-232 port (9-pin Sub-D plug), or if R&S EVSF1-
B4 is installed, to the ARINC connector (see Chapter 3.3.2.6, "Optional ARINC Con-
nector (R&S EVSF1-B4)", on page 18). The NMEA protocol data is read in and dis-
played in GPS mode.
3.3.2.3 PPS In
Connect a PPS signal of an external GPS device to the PPS input, or if R&S EVSF1-
B4 is installed, to the ARINC connector (see Chapter 3.3.2.6, "Optional ARINC Con-
nector (R&S EVSF1-B4)", on page 18) for precise synchronization.
3.3.2.4 RX 1 In / RX 2 In
Connect the receiving antenna (max. +15 dBm) corresponding to the frequency range
to the RX-inputs, or if R&S EVSF1-B4 is installed, to the ARINC connector (see Chap-
ter 3.3.2.6, "Optional ARINC Connector (R&S EVSF1-B4)", on page 18). The RF-
inputs are designed as N-plugs.
3.3.2.5 Power Supply
Connect an external DC power source (11 V DC to 32 V DC) to the power supply con-
nection (POWER SUPPLY, XLR plug), or if R&S EVSF1-B4 is installed, to the ARINC
connector (see Chapter 3.3.2.6, "Optional ARINC Connector (R&S EVSF1-B4)",
on page 18).
3.3.2.6 Optional ARINC Connector (R&S EVSF1-B4)
Optionally, the R&S EVSF1000 can be provided with an ARINC connector on the rear
panel instead of the individual connectors in the standard model (see Figure 3-4). This
connector allows you to easily slide the R&S EVSF1000 out of a flight inspection rack
without having to disconnect all cables from the instrument individually.
The ARINC connector provides connections to all input and output provided by con-
nectors on the standard R&S EVSF1000, as well as some additional signals.
Instrument Tour

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
19User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
Figure 3-5: Pin assignment of ARINC connector
Table 3-1: Pin assignment of ARINC connector
Pin Signal Description Cable type
1 SPEAKER+/
AUDIO
Speaker/Audio Out (AF Out) single, AWG 20-24
2 SPEAKER-/
AUDIO_GND
Speaker/Audio GND (AF Out) single, AWG 20-24
3 ADR_SEL_IN IP-Address-Select single, AWG 20-24
4 ETH_DO- LAN (Ethernet) 4x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
5 ETH_DI- LAN (Ethernet) 4x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
6 USB_VBUS USB 5V 2x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
7 USB_D+ USB Data+ 2x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
8 V_DCIN_GND Power single, AWG 16-20
9 V_DCIN_+28V Power single, AWG 16-20
10 GND Signal GND single, AWG 20-24
11 TRIGGER_IN Trigger-Input single, AWG 20-24
12 ETH_DO+ LAN (Ethernet) 4x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
13 ETH_DI+ LAN (Ethernet) 4x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
14 USB_GND USB GND 2x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
15 USB_D- USB Data- 2x2 twisted paired, AWG
20-24
Instrument Tour

Getting Started
R&S®EVSF1000
20User Manual 1178.6410.02 ─ 05
Pin Signal Description Cable type
16 BB-OUT Baseband-Output (Demod Out) RG 316, AWG 20-24
17 GND Signal GND single, AWG 20-24
18 PPS_IN PPS-IN RG 316, AWG 20-24
19 GPS_5V_SUPPLY GPS RX/ANT-Supply single, AWG 20-24
20 GPS_CTS RS232-GPS single, AWG 20-24
21 GPS_RTS RS232-GPS single, AWG 20-24
22 GPS_TXD RS232-GPS single, AWG 20-24
23 V_DCIN_GND Power single AWG 16-20
24 V_DCIN_+28V Power single AWG 16-20
25 BB-IN Baseband-Input (LF-IN) single, AWG 20-24
26 GPS_GND RS232-GPS single, AWG 20-24
27 GPS_PPS_IN RS232-GPS PPS-IN single, AWG 20-24
28 GPS_RXD RS232-GPS single, AWG 20-24
29 RX1 (coaxial inlay) RX1 Antenna RG 223/ RG 142/ RG 400,
AWG 20-24
30 spare spare RG 223/ RG 142/ RG 400,
AWG 20-24
31 spare spare RG 223/ RG 142/ RG 400,
AWG 20-24
32 RX2 (coaxial inlay) RX2 Antenna RG 223/ RG 142/ RG 400,
AWG 20-24
3.3.2.7 LF In (Baseband Input, R&S EVSF1-B4 only)
Provides a baseband signal to the R&S EVSF1000 for further analysis of typical AF
parameters (when using the R&S EVSF1-Z2 service adapter, use the BNC connector,
50 Ω/20kΩ).
Only available as of firmware version 1.30.
3.3.2.8 Demod Out (Baseband Output, R&S EVSF1-B4 only)
Outputs a demodulated (baseband) signal for connected devices, for example an oscil-
loscope (when using the R&S EVSF1-Z2 service adapter, use the BNC connector, 50
Ω/20kΩ).
Only available as of firmware version 1.30.
Instrument Tour