Rohde & Schwarz NRP-Z00 User manual

R&S®NRP-Zxx
Power Sensors
Getting Started
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Version 04
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This manual gives an introduction to the Rohde & Schwarz NRP-Z sensors.
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Contents
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Contents
1 Safety Information................................................................. 5
2 Documentation Overview......................................................6
2.1 Getting Started Manual.........................................................................6
2.2 User Manuals.........................................................................................6
2.3 Tutorials................................................................................................. 6
2.4 Instrument Security Procedures......................................................... 6
2.5 Basic Safety Instructions..................................................................... 7
2.6 Data Sheets and Brochures................................................................. 7
2.7 Release Notes and Open Source Acknowledgment (OSA)...............7
2.8 Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.................7
3 Key Features.......................................................................... 8
4 Preparing for Use.................................................................11
4.1 EMI Suppression.................................................................................12
4.2 Unpacking and Checking the Power Sensor....................................12
4.3 Connectors of the R&S NRP‑Z Power Sensors................................12
4.4 Connecting the R&S NRP‑Z Power Sensors.................................... 14
4.5 Disconnecting the R&S NRP‑Z Power Sensors............................... 16
4.6 Powering the R&S NRP‑Z Power Sensors........................................17
5 Connecting to a PC..............................................................18
5.1 Using a Passive USB Adapter........................................................... 18
5.2 Using an Active USB Adapter............................................................19
5.3 Using an R&S NRP‑Z5 Sensor Hub................................................... 21
6 Operating Concepts............................................................ 24

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6.1 R&S NRP Toolkit................................................................................. 24
6.2 R&S NRPV........................................................................................... 29
6.3 R&S Power Viewer.............................................................................. 31
6.4 R&S Power Viewer Mobile..................................................................32
6.5 R&S NRP2............................................................................................32
6.6 Compatible Instrument.......................................................................34
7 Remote Control....................................................................37
8 Contacting Customer Support........................................... 38
Index..................................................................................... 39

Safety Information
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1 Safety Information
The product documentation helps you use the R&S NRP‑Z power sensor safely
and efficiently. Follow the instructions provided here and in the printed "Basic
Safety Instructions". Keep the product documentation nearby and offer it to other
users.
Intended use
The R&S NRP‑Z power sensor is intended for the development, production and
verification of electronic components and devices in industrial, administrative, and
laboratory environments. Use the R&S NRP‑Z power sensor only for its designa-
ted purpose. Observe the operating conditions and performance limits stated in
the data sheet.
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" provide safety information in many lan-
guages and are delivered with the R&S NRP‑Z power sensor.
●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 NRP‑Z power sensor user docu-
mentation. Unless specified otherwise, you find the documents on the R&S
NRP‑Z power sensor product page at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/nrpz
2.1 Getting Started Manual
Introduces the R&S NRP‑Z power sensor and describes how to set up and start
working with the product. Includes basic operations and general information, e.g.
safety instructions, etc. A printed version is delivered with the power sensor.
2.2 User Manuals
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 and
interfaces. Includes the contents of the getting started manual.
2.3 Tutorials
Tutorials offer guided examples and demonstrations on operating the R&S NRP‑Z
power sensor. They are provided on the product page of the internet.
2.4 Instrument Security Procedures
Deals with security issues when working with the R&S NRP‑Z power sensor in
secure areas. It is available for download on the Internet.
Instrument Security Procedures

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2.5 Basic Safety Instructions
Contains safety instructions, operating conditions and further important informa-
tion. The printed document is delivered with the instrument.
2.6 Data Sheets and Brochures
The data sheet contains the technical specifications of the R&S NRP‑Z power
sensor. 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
characteristics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/brochure-datasheet/nrpz
2.7 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/firmware/nrpz
2.8 Application Notes, Application Cards, White
Papers, etc.
These documents deal with special applications or background information on
particular topics.
See www.rohde-schwarz.com/application/nrpz
Application Notes, Application Cards, White Papers, etc.

Key Features
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3 Key Features
Power measurements performed with the R&S NRP‑Z power sensors can be
evaluated in various ways. This manual gives a short introduction to the solutions
offered by Rohde & Schwarz for viewing your power measurement results. Also,
you find a description of how to set up and measure power with your power sen-
sor.
You can view the results of your measurement on the following devices:
●PC/laptop
●Android 4.x device
●R&S NRP2 base unit
●Supported Rohde & Schwarz instrument
Using the R&S NRP‑Z power sensors with a PC/laptop
Install the R&S NRP Toolkit on the PC/laptop. The R&S NRP Toolkit is a free soft-
ware kit that provides drivers and tools. For details, see Chapter 6.1, "R&S NRP
Toolkit", on page 24:
For optional use, different software solutions are offered:
●R&S Power Viewer
Free software that supports all measurement modes and can perform mathe-
matical calculations during measurements. It can be used with one power
sensor at a time.
For details, see Chapter 6.3, "R&S Power Viewer", on page 31.
●R&S NRPV virtual power meter
Cost-effective measurement solution that can be used as a replacement for
the R&S NRP2 base unit. It supports all measurement modes and can per-
form different mathematical calculations during measurements. It can be used
with up to four power sensors simultaneously.
For details, see Chapter 6.2, "R&S NRPV", on page 29.
Using the R&S NRP‑Z power sensors with an Android device
Also, you can connect the power sensors to an Android device and view the
results with the free of charge R&S Power Viewer Mobile.
For details, see Chapter 6.4, "R&S Power Viewer Mobile", on page 32.

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Using the R&S NRP‑Z power sensors with an R&S NRP2 or a compatible
Rohde & Schwarz instrument
A short overview of the usage of the power sensors with the R&S NRP2 base unit
or a compatible Rohde & Schwarz instrument is given in this manual:
●Chapter 6.5, "R&S NRP2", on page 32
●Chapter 6.6, "Compatible Instrument", on page 34
For more information on this usage, refer to the operating manual of the corre-
sponding Rohde & Schwarz instrument.
Overview of the R&S NRP‑Z power sensor types
The R&S NRP‑Z power sensors are highly accurate standalone measuring instru-
ments that offer all the functionality of conventional power meters, and more,
within the small housing of a power sensor. With a high dynamic range, the differ-
ent types of R&S NRP‑Z power sensors are suitable for nearly every measure-
ment task:
●Three-path power sensors
With patented three-path technology. Suitable for many applications, thanks to
their wide dynamic and frequency range. The sensors feature high measure-
ment accuracy independent of the modulation type and speed and offer a
wide range of functions.
●Two-path power sensors
With slightly modified dynamic range and performance. A cost-effective solu-
tion ideal for production applications.
●Wideband power sensors
With high video bandwidth that permits accurate time-domain analysis of the
envelope power. Analysis is fast and easy thanks to also integrated measure-
ment functions such as automatic pulse analysis.
●Thermal power sensors
With outstanding measurement accuracy. They are the first choice for power
measurements in the frequency range from DC to 110 GHz as performed in
calibration labs, where measurement accuracy is the key requirement.
●Average power sensors
Specially developed for EMC applications and cover the required frequency
range from 9 kHz to 6 GHz.
●Level control sensors

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With an integrated splitter that can split the signal into two parts of equal
power. This feature allows you to feed power to a device under test (DUT) and
monitor the power at the same time.
●Power sensor modules
Developed for level calibration using the R&S FSMR measuring receiver.
You can find an overview of the available sensors and filter according to your
requirements at:
www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/nrpz