Rohde & Schwarz R&S NGE100B User manual

R&S®NGE100B
Power Supply
Getting Started
5601133702
Version 09
(Æ1=U2)

This manual describes the following R&S®NGE100B models and options:
●R&S®NGE102B 2-Channel PSU (5601.3800.02)
●R&S®NGE103B 3-Channel PSU (5601.3800.03)
The contents of this manual correspond to firmware version 1.50 or higher.
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5601.1337.02 | Version 09 | R&S®NGE100B
Throughout this manual, products from Rohde & Schwarz are indicated without the ® symbol, e.g.
R&S®NGE100B is indicated as R&S NGE100B.

Contents
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Contents
1 Safety and regulatory information....................................... 5
1.1 Safety instructions................................................................................6
1.2 Labels on R&S NGE100B..................................................................... 9
1.3 Warning messages in the documentation........................................ 10
1.4 Korea certification class A................................................................. 11
2 Documentation overview.................................................... 12
2.1 Manuals................................................................................................12
2.2 Data sheet............................................................................................12
2.3 Calibration certificate......................................................................... 13
2.4 Release notes, open source acknowledgment (OSA)..................... 13
3 Welcome to R&S NGE100B.................................................14
4 Preparing for use................................................................. 15
4.1 Lifting and carrying............................................................................ 15
4.2 Unpacking and checking....................................................................15
4.2.1 Delivery package.................................................................................. 15
4.3 Choosing the operating site.............................................................. 16
4.4 Setting up the R&S NGE100B............................................................ 16
4.4.1 Placing the R&S NGE100B on a bench top..........................................17
4.4.2 Mounting the R&S NGE100B in a rack................................................. 18
4.5 Considerations for test setup............................................................ 19
4.6 Connecting to power.......................................................................... 21
4.7 Switching on or off............................................................................. 22
4.8 Connecting to LAN............................................................................. 23
4.9 Connecting USB devices................................................................... 25

Contents
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5 Instrument tour.................................................................... 26
5.1 Front panel.......................................................................................... 26
5.2 Rear panel............................................................................................29
6 Trying out the instrument................................................... 32
6.1 Selecting the channels....................................................................... 32
6.2 Setting the output voltage and current limit.................................... 32
6.3 Activating the channel output........................................................... 33
6.4 Storing/Recalling of instrument settings..........................................33
7 Instrument control............................................................... 34
7.1 Ways to operate the instrument........................................................ 34
7.2 Means of manual interaction............................................................. 34
7.2.1 Understanding the display information..................................................35
7.2.1.1 Status bar information...........................................................................35
7.2.1.2 Channel display area............................................................................ 37
7.2.1.3 Operating mode.................................................................................... 38
7.2.1.4 Additional display characteristics.......................................................... 39
7.2.2 Accessing the functionality....................................................................41
7.2.3 Entering data.........................................................................................42
7.2.3.1 Entering numeric parameters................................................................42
7.2.3.2 Entering alphanumeric parameters.......................................................43
7.3 Remote control....................................................................................44
8 Contacting customer support............................................ 45
Index..................................................................................... 46

Safety and regulatory information
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1 Safety and regulatory information
The product documentation helps you use the product safely and efficiently. Fol-
low the instructions provided here and in the following chapters.
Intended use
The product is intended for the development, production and verification of elec-
tronic components and devices in industrial, administrative, and laboratory envi-
ronments by personnel familiar with the potential risks of measuring electrical
quantities.
Use the product only for its designated purpose. Observe the operating conditions
and performance limits stated in the data sheet.
Target audience
Only connect, set up and use a power supply if you are an electrically skilled per-
son. Electrically skilled persons have the relevant education and experience to
enable them to perceive risks and to avoid hazards that electricity can cause.
This document targets at all users, including installers, operators, technicians,
maintenance and service personnel.
Follow the safety instructions provided in Chapter 1.1, "Safety instructions",
on page 6 and the additional information provided during setup or operation
procedures.
Where do I find safety information?
Safety information is part of the product documentation. It warns you of potential
dangers and gives instructions on how to prevent personal injury or damage
caused by dangerous situations. Safety information is provided as follows:
●In Chapter 1.1, "Safety instructions", on page 6. The same information is
provided in many languages as printed "Safety Instructions". The printed
"Safety Instructions" are delivered with the product.
●Throughout the documentation, safety instructions are provided when you
need to take care during setup or operation.

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1.1 Safety instructions
Products from the Rohde & Schwarz group of companies are manufactured
according to the highest technical standards. To use the products safely, follow
the instructions provided here and in the product documentation. Keep the prod-
uct documentation nearby and offer it to other users.
Use the product only for its intended use and within its performance limits. Inten-
ded use and limits are described in the product documentation such as the data
sheet, manuals and the printed "Safety Instructions". If you are unsure about the
appropriate use, contact Rohde & Schwarz customer service.
Only people skilled in electrical work should connect, set up and use the product.
Such persons have the education and experience needed to recognize risks and
avoid hazards of working with electricity. These users also need sound knowl-
edge of at least one of the languages in which the user interfaces and the product
documentation are available.
Reconfigure or adjust the product only as described in the product documentation
or the data sheet. Any other modifications can affect safety and are not permitted.
Never open the casing of the product. Only service personnel authorized by
Rohde & Schwarz are allowed to repair the product. If any part of the product is
damaged or broken, stop using the product. Contact Rohde & Schwarz customer
service at https://www.rohde-schwarz.com/support.
Lifting and carrying the product
Look up the maximum weight in the data sheet. A single person can only carry a
maximum of 18 kg safely depending on age, gender and physical condition. If
your product is heavier than 18 kg, do not move or carry it by yourself.
To move the product safely, you can use lifting or transporting equipment such as
lift trucks and forklifts. Follow the instructions provided by the equipment manu-
facturer.
Choosing the operating site
Only use the product indoors. The product casing is not waterproof. Water that
enters can electrically connect the casing to live parts, which can lead to electric
shock, serious personal injury or death if you touch the casing.
Unless otherwise specified, you can operate the product up to an altitude of
2000 m above sea level. The product is suitable for pollution degree 2 environ-
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ments where nonconductive contamination can occur. For more information on
environmental conditions such as ambient temperature and humidity, see the
data sheet.
Setting up the product
Always place the product on a stable, flat and level surface with the bottom of the
product facing down. If the product is designed for different positions, secure the
product so that it cannot fall over.
If the product has foldable feet, always fold the feet completely in or out to ensure
stability. The feet can collapse if they are not folded out completely or if the prod-
uct is moved without lifting it. The foldable feet are designed to carry the weight of
the product, but not an extra load.
If stacking is possible, keep in mind that a stack of products can fall over and
cause injury.
If you mount products in a rack, ensure that the rack has sufficient load capacity
and stability. Observe the specifications of the rack manufacturer. Always install
the products from the bottom shelf to the top shelf so that the rack stands
securely. Secure the product so that it cannot fall off the rack.
Connecting to power
The product is an overvoltage category II product. Connect the product to a fixed
installation used to supply energy-consuming equipment such as household
appliances and similar loads. Keep in mind that electrically powered products
have risks, such as electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death. Replace
parts that are relevant to safety only by original parts, e.g. power cables or fuses.
Take the following measures for your safety:
●Before switching on the product, ensure that the voltage and frequency indica-
ted on the product match the available power source. If the power adapter
does not adjust automatically, set the correct value and check the rating of the
fuse.
●If a product has an exchangeable fuse, its type and characteristics are indica-
ted next to the fuse holder. Before changing the fuse, switch off the product
and disconnect it from the power source. How to change the fuse is described
in the product documentation.
●Only use the power cable delivered with the product. It complies with country-
specific safety requirements. Only insert the plug into an outlet with protective
conductor terminal.
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●Only use intact cables and route them carefully so that they cannot be dam-
aged. Check the power cables regularly to ensure that they are undamaged.
Also ensure that nobody can trip over loose cables.
●Only connect the product to a power source with the safety fuse specified in
the data sheet.
●Ensure that you can disconnect the product from the power source at any
time. Pull the power plug to disconnect the product. The power plug must be
easily accessible. If the product is integrated into a system that does not meet
these requirements, provide an easily accessible circuit breaker at the system
level.
Working with hazardous voltages
Voltages higher than 30 V RMS, or 42 V peak, or 60 V DC are regarded as haz-
ardous contact voltages. Direct contact with them can cause serious injuries.
When working with hazardous contact voltages, use protective measures to pre-
clude direct contact with the measurement setup:
●Before each measurement, inspect all components for damage and replace
them if necessary.
●Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is applied.
●Casing, chassis and all measuring terminals are connected to a grounding
connection. Never disconnect a grounding connection on the product.
●Switch off the power before connecting or disconnecting the terminal block to
the rear panel connector. Tighten all wires connected to the terminal block.
●Only use the wires and terminal blocks delivered with the product.
●Only use insulated wires, not stripped wires, for the terminal connections.
●Turn the mains switch off when the product is not in use.
●When operating measuring accessories, only use the cables delivered with
the accessory. If you have to use cables from other manufacturers, make sure
that they are of the required overvoltage category.
Do not operate the product in series or parallel unless that setup is supported. If
accessories are provided for a product, only use them for that product. See the
data sheet.
In series or parallel setups, protect yourself against electric shock before connect-
ing access ports such as the Ethernet port or the USB port using one of the fol-
lowing measures:
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●Ensure that all products are grounded by connecting them to the AC power.
●Disconnect all power connections to the product, including outputs.
Measurement categories
IEC 61010-2-030 defines measurement categories that rate products on their
ability to resist short transient overvoltages that occur in addition to the working
voltage.
This product is designed for measuring within measurement category 0 only.
Measurements in this category are performed on circuits not directly connected to
mains, such as electronics, battery powered circuits, and specially protected sec-
ondary circuits. This measurement category is also known as CAT I.
Cleaning the product
Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the product. When cleaning, keep in mind that
the casing is not waterproof. Do not use liquid cleaning agents.
Meaning of safety labels
Safety labels on the product warn against potential hazards.
Potential hazard
Read the product documentation to avoid personal injury or product damage.
Electrical hazard
Indicates live parts. Risk of electric shock, fire, personal injury or even death.
Hot surface
Do not touch. Risk of skin burns. Risk of fire.
Protective conductor terminal
Connect this terminal to a grounded external conductor or to protective ground. This
connection protects you against electric shock if an electric problem occurs.
1.2 Labels on R&S NGE100B
Labels on the casing inform about:
●Personal safety, see "Meaning of safety labels" on page 9.
●Product and environment safety, see Table 1-1.
Labels on R&S NGE100B

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●Device information is provided on a sticker attached to the rear panel of R&S
NGE100B. The sticker contains a barcode and the device ID. The device ID is
a combination of the order number and the serial number.
Table 1-1: Labels regarding R&S NGE100B and environment safety
Labeling in line with EN 50419 for disposal of electrical and electronic equipment after
the product has come to the end of its service life. For more information, see the prod-
uct user manual, chapter "Disposal".
Grounding terminal (earth ground contact)
ON (supply voltage)
OFF (supply voltage)
Chassis grounding terminal
1.3 Warning messages in the documentation
A warning message points out a risk or danger that you need to be aware of. The
signal word indicates the severity of the safety hazard and how likely it will occur
if you do not follow the safety precautions.
DANGER
Imminently hazardous situation. Will result in death or serious injury if not avoi-
ded.
WARNING
Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in death or serious injury if not avoi-
ded.
CAUTION
Potentially hazardous situation. Could result in minor or moderate injury if not
avoided.
Warning messages in the documentation