Rohde & Schwarz SMB100A How to use

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R&S®SMB100A
Release Notes
Firmware Version 4.20.028.58
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R&S SMB100A Contents
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 2
Contents
1 Information on the Current Version and History.............................. 3
1.1 Version 4.20.028.58......................................................................................................4
1.2 Version 3.20.390.24......................................................................................................4
1.3 Version 3.01.203.51......................................................................................................5
1.4 Version 3.01.203.50......................................................................................................5
1.5 Version 3.01.203.46......................................................................................................5
1.6 Version 3.01.203.44......................................................................................................6
1.7 Version 3.01.203.32......................................................................................................6
1.8 Version 2.20.382.115....................................................................................................8
1.9 Version 2.20.382.106....................................................................................................9
1.10 Version 2.20.382.70......................................................................................................9
1.11 Version 2.20.382.35....................................................................................................10
1.12 Version 2.20.237.31....................................................................................................12
1.13 Version 2.20.237.18....................................................................................................12
1.14 Version 2.15.245.19....................................................................................................13
1.15 Version 2.10.116.18....................................................................................................14
2Information on Remote Emulations ................................................ 16
3Firmware Update............................................................................... 20
3.1 Update Information....................................................................................................20
3.2 Updating the Firmware..............................................................................................20
3.3 Alternative update procedures.................................................................................22
4Open Source Acknowledgement..................................................... 23
5Customer Support ............................................................................ 24

R&S SMB100A Information on the Current Version and History
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 3
1Information on the Current Version and
History
General information
This document describes the procedure of applying a firmware update to the
R&S®SMB100A Signal Generator. It furthermore describes the differences between
the several firmware versions. The most current firmware version can be obtained from
www.rohde-schwarz.com.
Instruments covered
This firmware version 4.20.028.58 is suitable for instruments of type R&S®SMB100A
with frequency options SMB-B112, SMB-B112L, SMB-B120, SMB-B120L, SMB-B131,
SMB-B140, SMB-B140L and SMB-B140N.
The firmware is not intended for use in instruments with frequency options SMB-B101,
SMB-B102, SMB-B103 and SMB-B106.
Identify current firmware version
The current instrument firmware revision is indicated during the startup sequence of
the instrument. In addition, it is provided in the SETUP Software/Options dialog and it
is part of the SCPI *IDN instrument identification string.
Potential malfunction of assembly!
It is strongly recommended to do no firmware downgrade below the version the
device was originally delivered with. New module revisions as well as improved
structure of calibration data may not be supported by older firmware versions.
Special hint for instruments equipped with firmware prior to 2.15.245.xx
Please first upgrade to 2.15.245.19 before upgrading the device to 4.20.028.58.
Afterwards, do not downgrade instruments to firmware versions prior to 2.15.245.19.
Depending on the previously installed firmware a power off/on cycle may be requested
after firmware upgrade. Use front panel keys or main switch to shut down and restart
the instrument.
The functional improvements of the different firmware versions are registered below.
New features are described in detail the build-in help system and in the latest version
of the operating manual which can be obtained from www.rohde-schwarz.com.

R&S SMB100A Information on the Current Version and History
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 4
The R&S®SMB100A provides a continuously growing number of device emulations.
The current emulation set is described in chapter 2 "Information on the Current Version
and History".
1.1 Version 4.20.028.58
Released: May 2018
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
275223
Support of RF board 1406.8903.01 / .02
275223
Support of step attenuator 1412.5431.01 / .02 / .08
297166
Security: New Volatile Mode redirects user data to non-persistent memory
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
365704
Reduced interruption of output signal when changing instrument settings,
e.g. FM Deviation.
365752
SMB-B5: Improved signal/noise ratio due to optimized internal levelling
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
209304
SMB-B5: Phase of multiplex signal inverted, positive half waves cause lower frequency
299323
If RF is smaller than 24MHz, unexpected external interrupts may occur, e.g. effecting
external triggered sweep or list mode
341241
NRP-Z Power Viewer: Current frequency not updated in sensor
365816
Unexpected blanking of RF signal when modifying FM depth
Known Issues
RefNo.
Known-Issues
433429
NRP-Z Level Control is not operational
441643
Frequency setting time is extended while NRP-Z Power Viewer is active
12845
Sometimes the SMZ multiplier is not recognized during power on. Workaround:
Power up SMB before connecting or powering the SMZ
1.2 Version 3.20.390.24
Released: January 2016
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
151689
Support of new NRPxS(N) Power Sensors
138026
Support of new frequency options SMB-B140N and SMB-B131

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 5
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
138134
Calibration value of oscillator can be changed using protection level 2
138071
Improved FM deviation for stereo modulation up to 200 kHz
137801
Sweep will be stopped after modification of the sweeped value e.g. RF frequency
137541
Factory Preset of "RF OFF Mode" depends on the installed hardware features.
Devices with a mechanical step attenuator => "Full Attenuation"
Devices without a mechanical step attenuator => "Unchanged"
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
141332
Step attenuator bouncing with ALC mode S&H at RF output
138136
Pulse Train repetition was not updated after editing
138105
In rare cases a message "Command header too long" was incorrectly displayed
137875
RF output power was not adjusted properly after pulse modulator activation
137823
Repeated settings of the RF phase results in an increased setting time
1.3 Version 3.01.203.51
Released: June 2015
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
15132
SMB100N: Support of RFBOARD 1407.7800.
1.4 Version 3.01.203.50
Released: May 2015
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
15002
Improved fill operation for lists (e.g. List Mode) with different column lengths (affects
only remote usage).
15022
PULM “DEXC” commands now can be used via SCPI.
1.5 Version 3.01.203.46
Released: January 2015
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
14088
Pulse Modulation State and Pulse Video Output State are separated now. Switching
Pulse Modulation on/off does not affect Pulse Video Output State.

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 6
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
14177
Low Harmonic Filter cannot be configured via user interface (in 3.01.203.44).
14165
Fixed “Network Settings”-GUI in disconnected state.
14091
Enabling the pulse generator unexpectedly switches ALC to Sample & Hold, even if
pulse modulation is off.
13981
Under seldom circumstances internal ALC adjustment fails.
1.6 Version 3.01.203.44
Released: November 2014
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
13562
Error Handling: In level menu, level range warnings can be suppressed in order to avoid
error messages in uncritical operating conditions.
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
13230
SMB-B5 Stereo Coder: Characters beyond 80h now are supported in Radio Text and
Program Service Name, according to RDS character table.
13229
SMB-B5 Stereo Coder: RDS-Phase (RDS-PH) now is initialized to Zero after power on
13228
Support of additional USB to RS232 adapters, e.g. Keyspan USA-19HS
12488
MMEM:CDIR is set to default value when executing *RST
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
13705
SMB-B120(L): Under some circumstances, Selftest may fail
13590
SMB-B112: DKD calibration may fail
13276
SMB-B120: Unintended warnings at specific level values
13250
Wrong reply to POWer? DEFault on instruments with SMB-B140L together with SMB-
B32 options
13187
With SML emulation active, response values of POW? are wrong when default unit is
dBµV
13186
PSG emulation: Sweep Points value had been off by one
13096
Performance degradation when network configuration dialog is visible
12769
Unintended error message during self test on some instruments
1.7 Version 3.01.203.32
Released: May 2014
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
12779
"Display Level as Voltage of EMF" now can be enabled via SCPI:

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 7
RefNo.
Functions
[SOURce<HW>]:POWer:EMF:STATe ON|OFF|1|0
12380
Additional NRP-Z Power Sensors are accepted, e.g. NRP-Z211 and NRP-Z221
12361
Warnings regarding overvoltage at modulation inputs can be disabled. Setting is
available in modulation dialogs or via remote: "SOURce:INPut:MODext:WIGNore
ON|OFF|1|0"
12205
Support of RFBOARD 1407.7800
12093
Instrument can be restarted or shut down via user interface (SETUP / Shut down…) to
improve off-site operation
11838
Aperture time setting in power viewer available
11768
Multi-Language user interface
11198
State of optional low harmonic filter is displayed permanently
11078
Internal mass memory can be write-protected to prevent critical user data from being
stored inside the instrument. Available under SETUP / Security…
10660
Additional emulations for SME02, SME03 and SME06
10350
Firmware can be updated via network, refer to chapter 3.3 "Alternative update
procedures"
10315
Additional emulations for SMP02, SMP03 and SMP04
10102
Results of Power Viewer can be logged to file, refer to manual
10101
System can be rebooted and its uptime can be requested via remote control:
SYST:REBoot and SYST:UPTime?
9925
Display of current index in List Mode
8577
Self-Test can be executed and verified via *TST?
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
13054
Improved setting Time for most instrument settings
12062
SIGNAL VALID connector now is "High" during RF OFF to improve compatibility with
BLANK signal of other R&S instruments.
11886
Reference oscillator: The user adjustment value of the internal oscillator DAC value now
defaults to zero and can be modified to positive and negative values. The value of zero
corresponds to the factory adjustment.
11161
DEV:PRESet now presets LF generator
11249
Power Viewer: Results of NRP-Z8x type sensors by default are displayed as average
values, not peak values
10953
Power Viewer: Sensor frequency now considers RF offset and multiplier settings
10538
Improved display indicator of external reference frequency
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
12849
Some USB-Devices cause instrument to state "Device key not found" when connected
during power on. This has been caused by several race conditions in third party driver
12827
NRP-Z5 sensor hub is not detected properly, causing sensors to be assigned to wrong
indices.
12822
Under some circumstances, level errors in List Mode on instruments with mechanical
attenuator
12779
NRP-Z Power Control: When multiple sensors are connected, sometimes the wrong one
is activated for power control
12747
NRP-Z Power Sensors: When instrument is powered on while multiple sensors are
connected via a generic USB hub, the assignment of the sensors is random.
12733
SMB-B5 Stereo Coder: The responses to some queries differ between SML emulation
and native SML instrument.

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 8
RefNo.
Improvements
12599
Frequency values between 8 and 9kHz are not set properly
12169
Several issues regarding USB and remote control after applying a factory preset without
subsequent power cycle
12049
Under some circumstances, *OPC? responds too early on instruments with mechanical
attenuator
12043
Power Viewer cannot be enabled after factory preset without power cycle.
11983
SMB-K27 (Pulse Train), table editor: ON-Time and OFF-Time do not accept unit keys
10661
POW:SPC:TARGet does only accept unit dBm
10398
Several state changes (mostly of minor significance or seldom used) in remote control
channels fixed, especially when switching between channels
10338
Informational messages starting with "0, No error" in SCPI error queue
10160
New Sweep Mode "Retrace" provides reset to start value for SINGLE modes
10119
Phase Modulation: By user interface, deviation can only be entered in rad, not in
degree.
1.8 Version 2.20.382.115
Released: August 2013
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
11611
Instruments up to 6GHz: Lower Limit of RF Frequency has been reduced to 8KHz to
support new ITU frequency band.
10798
Improved Support of SMZ Microwave Multipliers
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
11800
Added command POW:STAT for Agilent SCPI emulations
11599
On instruments with step attenuator the output signal now is full attenuated during
Sample&Hold. Previously the attenuation was 50dB.
10954
10330
SMB-B5 Stereo Coder: After PRESET, all RDS groups now are enabled by default.
Previously, if group sequence has not been set explicitly, groups might have been
disabled, depending on preliminary events. In this case features like radio text do not
work as expected.
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
11602
Unexpected settings conflict in some pulse generator configurations
11122
Pulse/Video output provides unexpected signals after PRESET
10921
Timing problems when programming a specific batch of internal EEPROMs (effects
production only)
10807
Pulse Train data has been cut to 1023 elements, should be 2047
10794
SMB-112L: On some instruments, in the frequency range below 23.4 MHz, level has
been too low after setting maximum level.
10397
Setting UNIT:POW did not work as expected while EMF setting is active

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 9
1.9 Version 2.20.382.106
Released: December 2012
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
10460
Support of RF board revision 1406.7371.02
10560
External reference frequency can be switched between 5 and 10MHz (requires RF-
Board revision 1406.7220 and higher)
10394
New emulation for Panasonic 8303 signal generator
10332
Support for R&S®SMZ Microwave Multipliers
10316
LF generator: New LF shapes ‘Triangle’ and ‘Inverse Sawtooth’
10314
New emulation for R&S SMT02 and SMT06 generators
9910
SMB-K23 Pulse Generator: New Trigger Mode ‘Single’
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
10596
SMB-K27 (Pulse Train) Support of repetition factor ‘0’, useful for temporary suppression
of pulses.
10391
NRP-Z level control now considers UNIT:POW default unit
10389
SYSTem:LANGuage now is accepted even if emulation is already set
10339
Emulation of R&S SML: STEReo:DIRect command now is supported
10097
Attenuator Fixed Range: A small setting margin ensures that even the limits can be set
reliable without error
9910
SMB-K23 Pulse Generator: Trigger Mode identifiers adapted to other triggered modes,
e.g. Sweep
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
10782
LF shape ‘Sawtooth’ not operational on some instruments with RF board revision
1406.7207
10655
NRP-Z firmware update not working in some SMB firmware revisions
10545
EMC32 software did not work in virtual mode with SMB
10511
List Mode: Level errors might occur when Power Viewer is active
10369
LF shape ‘Sawtooth’ not available in AM/FM/PHiM modulations under some
circumstances
10368
List Mode: When combined with pulse modulation, spikes might occur between the
pulses
1.10 Version 2.20.382.70
Released: June 2012
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
10045
Support of Low Harmonic Filter on instruments up to 20GHz (SMB-B25) and up to
40GHz (SMB-B26)

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 10
RefNo.
Functions
10304
SMB-B5 (Stereo Coder): EON Burst-Length can be modified using direct mode
instruction “EON-TA-BURST=x” or “EON-TA-BURST=x,y” with x and y between 4 and 8
10259
New waveform “Sawtooth” for LF Generator (requires RF-Board revision 1406.7207 and
higher)
9927
New emulation for R&S SMR microwave instruments
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
10249
Improved display update repetition rate
10178
Improved stability and performance of USB-TMC
10163
Improved sweep dwell time of up to 5ms
10098
NRP-Z Power Viewer: User Frequency Sensor can be set to 0Hz (DC)
10059
SMB-B5 (Stereo Coder): Instruction “TRANS=” now carries up to 24 groups
10057
SMB-B5 (Stereo Coder): RDS alternative frequencies do not require position after
decimal point any more
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
10303
SMB-B5 (Stereo Coder): Reading back RDS texts containing carriage return characters
fails
10265
Sometimes message “Device Key not found” appeared when an NRP-Z Power sensor
has been connected during power on
10258
Pulse Train: No Sync Pulse when train contains null pulse
10205
Firmware terminates on instruments without pulse generator (SMB-K23) when pulse
modulator dialog is opened
10161
On instruments without step attenuator, a message box displayed during internal
adjustment does not behave as expected
1.11 Version 2.20.382.35
Released: March 2012
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
9749
New attenuator setting “RF OFF Mode” controls behavior of attenuator when RF
is switched off and on
9908
Logarithmic AM for microwave instruments (SMB-B112 and up)
9987
LAN Services can be enabled and disabled individually to prevent unintended access to
instrument
9937
Support of IVI-6.1 High Speed LAN instrument protocol (HiSLIP)
9880
SIGNAL VALID can be configured to act as sync signal for pulse generator (SMB-K23)
9557
NRP-Z Level Control: Level can be continuously regulated using NRP-Z power
sensors
9536
Frequency indicator can be modified by a multiplication factor (in addition to frequency
offset)

R&S SMB100A Information on the Current Version and History
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 11
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
10134
SMB-B5 (Stereo Coder): Direct Commands are scanned in order to keep user interface
up to date.
9979
Improved *RST Performance for instruments with SMB-B1(H) (OCXO) and SMB-B5
(Stereo Coder)
9666
Rotary knob combines subsequent actions, significant improvement of variation speed
9543
N5181 emulation: Added instructions for pulse generator
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
10119
Phase Modulation: Deviation could not be entered by means of the unit keys
10018
Pulse Train: ON and OFF times wrong by 10ns under some circumstances
10017
Phase setting: Delta Phase to high at frequencies greater than 6.375GHz
10010
Unintended warning “Pep value greater than defined limit” at frequencies less than
23.4375 MHz
10003
HCOP:DATA? did not work in 2.20.237.xx
10002
Pulse Train: Long trains (several hundred elements) might fail
10000
Pulse Train: Times longer than 655us might fail
9990
X-Voltage not working on microwave instruments (SMB-B112 and up)
9983
On instruments without attenuator the warning dialog regarding internal adjustments did
not behave as expected
9974
Improved system stability
9934
ESG Emulation delivers wrong value for SWE:POIN? MAX
9919
viClear() over USBTMC blocks further communication
9918
Communication break after applying viClear() to USBTMC interface
9894
SMB-B5 (Stereo Coder): PS did not accept special characters (like \061)
9864
CW signal for 3ms when setting RF level during level with pulse modulation active
9854
PULM:STAT[?] did not work in SML emulation
9850
Permanent options have been displayed with expiration date December 2002
9781
Under some circumstances error message “wrong datatype” after selftest
9745
Indicators in summary screen have not been updated properly
9722
Level too low by 6dB at exactly 23.4375 MHz with AM on
9678
*CLS did not clear error queue
9663
Some message boxes did not accept ENTER/x1
9594
ESR bit 6 has not been set at GTL
9563
Casually, after long periods of power down, some front panel keys did not work
9369
SMB-B5 Stereo Coder: Communication issues when switching RF between AM and FM
frequency ranges
9253
Pulse modulation: External input could not be inverted on instruments without pulse
generator
9226
Power Viewer indicator could not be configured to display peak values
9168
Socket connection might lose data packages send in a fast sequence
8746
Several issues around the data/time dialog
8684
IEEE488 GTL message potentially overtakes last command header causing the
instrument to re-enter the remote state (looks like GTL does not work)
7939
SMB-B5 Stereo Coder: After power on or *RCL some settings are not re-established in
a proper way
7705
Some unit keys did not work properly when EMF is active

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 12
Known Issues
RefNo.
Known-Issues
10119
Phase Modulation: By user interface, deviation can only be entered in rad, not in
degree.
1.12 Version 2.20.237.31
Released: August 2011 for SMB-B112(L), SMB-B120(L) and SMB-B140(L)
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
Support of instruments up to 40 GHz (SMB-B140)
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
9705
Several issues regarding Pulse Train have been fixed
1.13 Version 2.20.237.18
Released: June 2011 for SMB-B112(L) and SMB-B120(L)
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
Support of instruments up to 20 GHz (SMB-B120)
9536
New setting “Frequency Multiplier” enables the instrument to modify the displayed
frequency value by a user definable factor.
9408
New Setting “RF during power search” modifies instruments behavior when operating
with ALC Sample&Hold
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
9379
NRP-Z Power Viewer is switched OFF by *RST to maintain settling time in system
applications
7189
Directory /var/user, which is intended for user data storage, is not longer used by some
instrument files. Former instrument directories like "Lists" may be removed if
appropriate.
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
9370
Some errors have not been reported in SCPI error queue
9253
Pulse modulation: External input could not be inverted on instruments without pulse
generator.
9240
Instruments settings have not been restored after internal adjustments
9230
An expiration date has been stated for permanent options
9207
Some slow USB memory sticks might not have been detected

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 13
RefNo.
Improvements
9168
Ethernet socket connection may loose packages
9051
Several minor issues regarding importing and exporting lists
8476
With EMF State active, the current level unit was not preserved when instrument is
powered off.
8151
Attenuator Fix setting has been during power down
8141
The EMF state was not reset by Factory Preset
1.14 Version 2.15.245.19
Released: December 2010
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
Support of instruments up to 12,75 GHz (SMB-B112)
9036
Impedance of LF-Output can be set to LOW or 600Ohm. This feature is available for
instruments with serial number 102400 or higher.
8726
Support of option SMB-K27 “Pulse Train”. This feature is available for instruments with
serial number 102400 or higher.
8736
Emulation of Agilent ESG 4421 and 4422
8201
Frequency and Level displays can be annotated in SETUP Security
7313
Support of NRP-Z Peak Power Sensors
7075
New attenuator modes “Low Noise” and “Low Distortion”
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
9037
Exporting and importing lists does not require absolute pathnames any more
8749
*RST does not close setting dialogs any more
8649
NRP-Z Power Viewer is enabled automatically
8646
*RST performance improved when powers sensors are connected
8635
Sweep Dwell Time can be set up to 100 seconds
8400
Several significant improvements of LIST MODE, faster learning and support of long
lists (20.000)
8371
Support of wildcards ‘*’ and ‘?’ in mass memory system MMEM
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
8983
Calibration value of OCXO not displayed properly
8697
User step variation of level: Step size issue when level unit other than dBm
8640
Disabling screensaver via remote control fails to reactivate screen
8510
Firmware restart under rare circumstances, forcing IEEE address to factory value
8343
Key ‘0’, ‘.’ and ‘’-‘ not working properly when used in text mode
8323
CORR:CSET:DATA:SENS:POW:SONC does not work
8284
Telnet connection did not reconnect after interruption
8228
Ethernet Raw connection did not reconnect after interruption
8151
Attenuator Fix setting lost during power down
7436
SYST:PRESET did not work

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Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 14
1.15 Version 2.10.116.18
Released: January 2010
New Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
8133
LF Output can be configured to provide an X-Voltage for RF sweep. See RF sweep
configuration menu. This function requires an RF board of part number 1406.7207 or
higher.
7882
Keyboard can be deactivated to prevent unauthorized modification of instrument
settings. Configuration in SETUP Security or by SYSTem:KLOCk ON|OFF
7882
Display can be deactivated to hide instrument settings. Configuration in SETUP
Security or by SYSTem:DLOCk ON|OFF.
7441
Instrument now can be accessed via Microsoft Windows network
7387
Instrument now can be remote controlled via RS232 by means of a standard external
USB to RS232 adaptor. Settings are located in SETUP Remote Channel Settings.
7334
Remote emulation: Support of arbitrary *IDN and *OPT strings.
7301
More than 20 additional remote emulations of Agilent and IFR (Aeroflex) signal
generators.
Modified Functionality
RefNo.
Functions
8073
HP8643 Emulation: Added FM-Preemphasis and LF-Source
8067
SML Emulation: FM Mode is set to High Deviation
7957
Level Unit is saved and restored at power on
7894
Revised and simplified configuration of emulation settings in Remote Channel Settings
dialog
7801
Level Limit setting not affected by PRESET to protect devices under test
7781
Revised and simplified network settings dialog including connection state indicator
7775
Improved RF level linearity at frequencies below 250kHz
7758
SMB-B5: Improved modulation reserve when preemphasis is active
7697
Firmware of NRP-Z Power Sensors can be updated via R&S®SMB100A
7599
Improved behavior of ATT FIX Mode when configured while RF is OFF
7496
Frequency offset can be set up to 67GHz
7472
SMB-B5: RDS Settings are now under the scope of Factory Preset
7449
Improved Security concept (menu SETUP Security Settings)
7383
To avoid unintentional instrument settings, values entered by keyboard or front panel
will be discarded when input is aborted without confirmation by ENTER or unit key
7214
New SCPI command :SYSTem:SHUTdown powers off instrument via remote control
7133
External USB keyboards: Support of international keyboard layouts
7010
Support of up to four power sensors in Power Viewer. New SETUP NRP-Z Info dialog
provides properties of all power sensors connected. In Addition, sensor firmware can be
updated via instrument.
5996
Improved file selector and file manager
Fixed Issues
RefNo.
Improvements
7966
SYSTem:KLOCk ON|OFF not working
7908
SCPI command PM:SOUR INT,EXT not working as expected
7829
Removed Ext Mod impedance setting for instruments not supporting this feature

R&S SMB100A Information on the Current Version and History
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 15
RefNo.
Improvements
7761
Network settings (e.g. IP-Address) were lost when configured while no network is
attached
7695
Missing error message when attempting to disable USB mass storage while storage is
attached
7664
SMB-B5: Several issues regarding Pilot Phase setting
7638
Pulse generator: PRESET values lead to settings conflict after enabling double pulse
7488
Several issues regarding SCPI MMEM subsystem
7468
List Mode Step: Reset button does not work
7454
Firmware restarts when executing READ:POW? while no sensor is connected
7304
List Mode: Downloading lists by means of SCPI binary format does not work
7294
Coincidental mapping of power sensors in Power-Viewer dialog
7067
External pulse input unintentionally synchronized to internal 100MHz reference
frequency
6282
Several minor issues when modifying sweep settings
6277
Mouse pointer disappears even if wheel is handled

R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 16
2Information on Remote Emulations
The R&S®SMB100A signal generators offer a remote emulation feature that makes it
possible to control the instrument by commands other than the built-in native SCPI
commands. This feature allows the user to replace signal generators, e.g. from other
manufacturers, with the R&S®SMB100A without having to change the remote control
code. Further information regarding this feature can be obtained from
www.rohde-schwarz.com.
Firmware version 4.20.028.58 supports the following remote emulations:
Emulated device
Device description
Required options
AF2023
2023 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AF2024
2024 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AF2030
2030 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AF2031
2031 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AF2032
2032 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AF2040
2040 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AF2041
2041 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AF2042
2042 signal generator from
Aeroflex / IFR / Marconi
AN68017
68017 signal generator from
Anritsu
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
AN68037
68037 signal generator from
Anritsu
E4421
E4421 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
E4422
E4422 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
E4428
E4428 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
E8257
E8257 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L

R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 17
E8663
E8663 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP8340
8340 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP8341
8341 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP83620
83620 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP83630
83630 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP83640
83640 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP83711
83711 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP83712
83712 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP83731
83731 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP83732
83732 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
HP8642
8642 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8643
8643 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8644
8644 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8645
8645 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies

R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 18
HP8647
8647 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8648
8648 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8656
8656 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8657
8657 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8664
8664 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8665
8665 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
HP8673
8673 signal generator from
Hewlett-Packard / Agilent
Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
N5161
N5161 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
N5181
N5181 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
N5183
N5183 signal generator from
Agilent Technologies
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
PA8303
8303 signal generator from
Panasonic
SME02
R&S®SML01 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SME03
R&S®SML02 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SME06
R&S®SML03 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SML01
R&S®SML01 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SML02
R&S®SML02 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SML03
R&S®SML03 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz

R&S SMB100A Information on Remote Emulations
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 19
SMP02
R&S®SML01 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SMP03
R&S®SML02 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SMP04
R&S®SML03 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SMR20
R&S®SMR20 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
SMR27
R&S®SMR27 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
SMR30
R&S®SMR30 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
SMR40
R&S®SMR40 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
B112, B120, B140,
B112L, B120L, B140L
SMT02
R&S®SMT03 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SMT03
R&S®SMT03 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SMT06
R&S®SMT03 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SMY01
R&S®SMY01 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz
SMY02
R&S®SMY01 signal generator
from Rohde & Schwarz

R&S SMB100A Firmware Update
Release Notes 1407.0406.02 - 01 20
3Firmware Update
3.1 Update Information
The update procedure requires that the instrument is operational. There is no need to
uninstall the current firmware. In most cases instrument settings are preserved during
the update, including user data and network settings.
To perform this procedure, USB Device must be enabled in security settings.
Press the SETUP key, select Security and check USB Device setting
3.2 Updating the Firmware
Required equipment
Software: Firmware update file SMB_4.20.028.58.rsu
Hardware: USB memory stick with enough free space to save the update file
(about 60 - 100 MByte).
The memory stick does not need to be bootable and previous data on the stick is not
affected. Several update files may reside on the stick in parallel. During update
procedure the stick is not modified by the instrument.
Prepare Memory Stick
●Download update file to a PC.
●Connect USB stick to PC and copy the update file into the root directory.
●Wait until copy procedure has finished and remove USB stick.
Install new firmware on R&S®SMB100A:
●Switch on instrument.
●Wait until instrument is operational.
●Connect USB stick to instrument.
●Wait until message box appears. Confirm by pressing the rotary knob.
●Select firmware version using the arrow keys and press knob to start update.
●Wait until ”Software update successful“ message box appears. This may take
several minutes.
●Remove the USB stick and press any front panel key to restart the instrument.
Depending on the previously installed firmware revision it might be required to use the
main power switch on the rear panel to shut down and restart the instrument.