Rosenberger PIM User manual

PIM Rack Analyzer
User Manual

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Table of Contents
1General Information and Safety Instructions .......................................................................................... 3
2Package Contents ...................................................................................................................................... 8
3PIM Rack Analyzer Product Description .................................................................................................. 9
3.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Filter ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
4Setting Up the Device ............................................................................................................................... 13
4.1 Switch Matrix Installation and Cabling of First Filter Unit ........................................................................ 14
4.2 Cabling of Additional Filter....................................................................................................................... 20
4.3 Software Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 24
5Measurement Settings ............................................................................................................................. 26
5.1 Main Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 26
5.2 Manual Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 27
5.3 2 Tone ...................................................................................................................................................... 28
5.4 Sweep ...................................................................................................................................................... 29
5.5 VSWR \ RL .............................................................................................................................................. 30
5.6 DTF .......................................................................................................................................................... 31
5.7 Isolation ................................................................................................................................................... 32
5.8 Power Sweep .......................................................................................................................................... 33
5.9 Spectrum Analyzer .................................................................................................................................. 34
6Software Operation .................................................................................................................................. 34
6.1 Common Settings .................................................................................................................................... 35
6.2 Filter / Band Selection ............................................................................................................................ 36
6.3 Measurement Screen .............................................................................................................................. 37
6.3.1 History................................................................................................................................................... 38
6.4 Report Generation ................................................................................................................................... 39
6.4.1 Creating a Full Report .......................................................................................................................... 39
6.4.2 Creating a Single-Page Report ............................................................................................................ 42
6.4.3 Exporting Measurement Data as CSV ................................................................................................. 42
6.4.4 Saving a Screenshot ............................................................................................................................ 42
6.5 Zeroing PIM ............................................................................................................................................. 43
6.5.1 Zeroing Return Loss ............................................................................................................................. 44
6.5.2 Setting the velocity factor of the signal path (+Application Note DTF) ................................................. 45
6.6 Device Info ............................................................................................................................................... 46
6.7 Defining Own Buttons for Section Names ............................................................................................... 47
6.8 Updating the PIM Analyzer Software ...................................................................................................... 48
7Remote Control ......................................................................................................................................... 49
8Maintenance of the Device ...................................................................................................................... 49
8.1 Handling................................................................................................................................................... 49
8.2 Cleaning................................................................................................................................................... 49
8.3 Calibration & Repair ................................................................................................................................ 49
9Measurement Examples........................................................................................................................... 50
9.1 RF Measurements ................................................................................................................................... 50
9.1.1 PIM Acceptance Test ........................................................................................................................... 50
9.1.2 Troubleshooting a PIM Problem ........................................................................................................... 50

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10 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 52
10.1 Reporting Software Problems to Rosenberger ..................................................................................... 52
10.2 How to Avoid Common Problems ......................................................................................................... 52
11 Technical Specifications........................................................................................................................ 53
11.1 Base Unit ............................................................................................................................................... 53
11.1.1 Main Features ..................................................................................................................................... 53
11.1.2 Product Description ............................................................................................................................ 53
11.1.3 General ............................................................................................................................................... 54
11.1.4 RF PIM Analyzer (Base Unit) -150W Option ...................................................................................... 54
11.1.5 CPRI PIM Analyzer (SW Option) ........................................................................................................ 54
11.1.6 RF Isolation Measurement ................................................................................................................. 55
11.1.7 RF VSWR / Return Loss..................................................................................................................... 55
11.1.8 RF Spectrum Analyzer ....................................................................................................................... 55
11.1.9 Environmental ..................................................................................................................................... 55
11.1.10 User Interfaces ................................................................................................................................. 56
11.2 Filter Units ............................................................................................................................................. 56
11.2.1 Main Features ..................................................................................................................................... 56
11.2.2 General ............................................................................................................................................... 56
11.2.3 Environmental ..................................................................................................................................... 56
11.2.4 Compatibility / Supported Base Unit ................................................................................................... 57
11.2.5 IM-R-FI-07/B12-14-R (LTE700 L+U) .................................................................................................. 57
11.2.6 IM-R-FI-07/B28-R (APT700) .............................................................................................................. 57
11.2.7 IM-R-FI-08/B20-R (DigDiv800) ........................................................................................................... 57
11.2.8 IM-R-FI-08/B5-R (AMPS850) ............................................................................................................. 58
11.2.9 IM-R-FI-09/B8-R (EGSM900) ............................................................................................................. 58
11.2.10 IM-R-FI-14/B11+21-R (LTE1400) ..................................................................................................... 58
11.2.11 IM-R-FI-18/B3-R (DCS1800) ............................................................................................................ 59
11.2.12 IM-R-FI-19/B2+4-R (PCS/AWS1900) ............................................................................................... 59
11.2.13 IM-R-FI-21/B1-R (UMTS2100) ......................................................................................................... 59
11.2.14 IM-R-FI-23/B30-R (WCS) (opt. on request) ..................................................................................... 59
11.2.15 IM-R-FI-26/B7-R (LTE II 2600) ......................................................................................................... 60
11.3 Part Number Designation ...................................................................................................................... 60
11.4 Order Number Example......................................................................................................................... 61
12 CE Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................................... 62
13 Accessories ............................................................................................................................................ 63
13.1 Filter Units ............................................................................................................................................. 63
13.2 Other Accessories ................................................................................................................................. 64
14 Support and Sales Locations ................................................................................................................ 65
14.1 Europe, Middle East, Africa ................................................................................................................... 65
14.2 Americas ................................................................................................................................................ 65
14.3 Brazil ...................................................................................................................................................... 65
14.4 Asia Pacific ............................................................................................................................................ 66
14.5 India ....................................................................................................................................................... 66

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1 General Information and Safety Instructions
Operation which deviates from the intended purpose of the product, failure to ob-
serve this documentation, the use of insufficiently qualified personnel as well as
unauthorized modifications will exclude the manufacturer from any liability for re-
sulting damage and will render any warranty void.
People with cardiac simulators must not be exposed to the magnetic field of the
batteries, the battery unit, the power unit or the charging cable.
Rosenberger makes every effort to keep the safety standards of our products up to date to offer our custom-
ers the highest possible degree of safety. Our products and the required accessories are designed, built and
tested in accordance with the safety standards that apply in each case. Compliance with these standards is
monitored by our quality assurance system. The product described here has been designed, built and tested
in accordance with the attached CE Certificate of Conformity and has left the manufacturer’s plant in a condi-
tion fully complying with safety standards. To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, you must
observe all instructions and warnings provided in this manual. If you have any questions regarding these
safety instructions, please contact Rosenberger.
Furthermore, it is your responsibility to use the product in an appropriate manner. This product is designed
for production & laboratory use and must not be used in any way that may cause personal injury or property
damage. You are responsible if the product is used for any intention other than its designated purpose or in
disregard of the manufacturer's instructions. The manufacturer shall assume no responsibility for such use of
the product.
The product is used for its designated purpose if it is used in accordance with its product documentation and
within its performance limits (see data sheet, documentation, the following safety instructions). Using the
product requires technical skills and a basic knowledge of the English language. It is therefore essential that
only skilled and specialized staff or thoroughly trained personnel with the required skills are allowed to use
the product. If personal safety gear is required in order to use the Rosenberger PIM Rack Analyzer, this will
be indicated at the appropriate place in the product documentation. Keep the basic safety instructions and
the product documentation in a safe place and pass them on to any subsequent users.
Observing the safety instructions will help prevent personal injury or damage of any kind caused by danger-
ous situations. Therefore, carefully read through and adhere to the following safety instructions before and
when using the product. It is also absolutely essential to observe the additional safety instructions on per-
sonal safety, for example, that appear in relevant parts of the product documentation.
Operating conditions and operating positions
The product must only be operated under the operating conditions and in the positions specified by the man-
ufacturer. The product’s ventilation must not be obstructed. If the manufacturer's specifications are not ob-
served, this can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury or death and product damage.
Applicable local or national safety regulations and rules for the prevention of accidents must be observed
during all work.

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• Never switch output power on (in manual mode or remote mode) without a load or terminated OUT
connected to the test port.
• Unless otherwise specified, the following requirements apply to this product: IP protection 2X,
pollution severity 2, overvoltage category 2, max. operating altitude 2000 m above sea level, max.
transport altitude 4500 m above sea level. A tolerance of +-10 % shall apply to the nominal voltage
and +- 5 % to the nominal frequency.
• Do not place the product on surfaces, vehicles, cabinets or tables that, for reasons of weight or
stability, are unsuitable for this purpose. Always follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions
when installing the product and fastening it to objects or structures (e.g. walls and shelves).
Installation that is not carried out as described in the product documentation could result in personal
injury or death.
• Do not cover the heat sink or ventilation openings.
• Do not place the product on heat-generating devices such as radiators or fan heaters. The ambient
temperature must not exceed the maximum temperature specified in the product documentation or in
the data sheet. Product overheating can cause electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury or
death.
Electrical safety
If the information on electrical safety is not observed at all or to the extent necessary, electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury or death may occur.
• Prior to switching on the product, always ensure that the nominal voltage setting on the product
matches the nominal voltage of the AC supply network. If the equipment is used at different voltages,
the power fuse of the product may have to be changed accordingly.
• In the case of products in safety class I with movable power cord and connector, operation is only
permitted using sockets with an ground contact and protective ground connection.
• Intentionally breaking the protective ground connection either in the feed line or in the product itself
is not permitted. Doing so may result in an electric shock from the product. If extension cords or
connector strips are implemented, they must be checked on a regular basis to ensure that they are
safe to use.
• The plug on the connecting cable serves as the disconnecting device for disconnecting the product
from the AC supply network. In such cases, always ensure that the power plug is easily reachable
and accessible at all times (corresponding to the length of the connecting cable, approx. 2.5 m).
Functional or electronic switches are not suitable for disconnecting the product from the AC supply
network. If products without power switches are integrated into racks or systems, a disconnecting
device must be provided at the system level.
• Never use the product if the power cable is damaged. Check the power cable on a regular basis to
ensure that it is in proper working order. By taking appropriate safety measures and laying the power
cable carefully, you can ensure that the cable will not be damaged and that no one can be hurt by,
for example, tripping over the cable or suffering an electric shock.
• The product must only be operated in TN/TT networks fused with max.
16 A (230 VAC) / 20 A (110 VAC)

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• Do not insert the plug into sockets that are dusty or dirty. Insert the plug firmly and all the way into
the socket. Otherwise, sparks may occur and result in fire and/or injuries.
• Do not overload any sockets, extension cords or connector strips; doing so can result in fire or
electric shocks.
• For measurements in circuits with voltages Vrms > 30 V, suitable measures (e.g. appropriate
measuring equipment, fusing, current limiting, electrical separation, insulation) should be taken to
avoid any hazards.
• Ensure that connections with information technology equipment, e.g. PCs or other industrial
computers, comply with the IEC60950-1 / EN60950-1 or IEC61010-1 / EN 61010-1 standards that
apply in each case.
• Unless expressly permitted, never remove the cover or any part of the housing while the product is in
operation. Doing so will expose circuits and components and can lead to injuries, fire or damage to
the product.
• If a product is to be permanently installed, the connection between the PG terminal on site and the
product's PG conductor must be made first before any other connection is made. The product must
only be installed and connected by a licensed electrician.
• For permanently installed equipment without built-in fuses, circuit breakers or similar protective
devices, the supply circuit must be fused in such a way that anyone who has access to the product,
as well as the product itself, is adequately protected from injury or damage.
• Use suitable overvoltage protection to ensure that no overvoltage (such as that caused by a bolt of
lightning) can reach the product. Otherwise, the person operating the product will be exposed to the
danger of an electric shock.
• Any object that is not designed to be placed in the openings of the housing must not be used for this
purpose. Doing so can cause short circuits inside the product and/or electric shocks, fire or injuries.
• Unless specified otherwise, products are not liquid-proof (see also section "Operating conditions and
operating positions", item 1.) Therefore, the equipment must be protected against penetration by
liquids. If the necessary precautions are not taken, the user may suffer an electric shock or the
product itself may be damaged, which can also lead to personal injury.
• Never use the product under conditions in which condensation has formed or can form in or on the
product, e.g. if the product has been moved from a cold to a warm environment. Penetration by
water increases the risk of electric shock.
Operation
• Operating the products requires special training and intense concentration. Make sure that persons
who use the products are physically, mentally and emotionally fit enough to do so; otherwise, injuries
or material damage may occur. It is the responsibility of the employer/operator to select suitable
personnel for operating the products.
• Operation of the PIM Rack Analyzer can produce electromagnetic radiation. Ensure that the
radiation levels do not exceed the limits stipulated by national regulations. Persons with pacemakers
and pregnant women are especially at risk.
• Before you move or transport the product, read and observe the section titled "Transport".

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• Before you start processing the product mechanically and/or thermally, or before you take it apart, be
sure to read and pay special attention to the section titled "Waste disposal", item 1.
• Should a fire occur, the product may release hazardous substances (gases, fluids, etc.) that can
cause health problems. Therefore, suitable measures must be taken, e.g. protective masks and
protective clothing must be worn.
Repair and service
• The product may only be opened by authorized, specially trained personnel. Before any work is
performed on the product or before the product is opened, it must be disconnected from the AC
supply network. Otherwise, personnel will be exposed to the risk of an electric shock.
• Adjustments, replacement of parts, maintenance and repairs may only be performed by electrical
experts authorized by Rosenberger. Only original parts can be used for replacing safety parts (e.g.
power switches, power transformers, fuses). A safety test must always be performed after safety
parts have been replaced (visual inspection, PG conductor test, insulation resistance measurement,
leakage current measurement, functional test). This helps to ensure the continued safety of the
product.
Transport
• The product may be very heavy. Therefore, it must be handled with care. In some cases, the user
may require a suitable means of lifting or moving the product (e.g. with a second person) to avoid
back or other physical injuries.
• The user is responsible for securely fastening the products to or on the transport or lifting equipment.
Observe the safety regulations issued by the manufacturer of the transport or lifting equipment. Non-
compliance may result in personal injury or material damage.
• If you use the product in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility of the driver to drive the vehicle safely
and properly. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for accidents or collisions. Never use the
product in a moving vehicle if doing so could distract the driver of the vehicle. Adequately secure the
product in the vehicle to prevent injuries or other damage in the event of an accident.
Waste disposal
• If products or their components are mechanically and/or thermally processed in a manner that goes
beyond their intended use, hazardous substances (heavy-metal dust such as lead, beryllium, nickel)
may be released. For this reason, the product may only be disassembled by specially trained
personnel. Improper disassembly may be hazardous to your health. National waste disposal
regulations must be observed.
• If handling the product releases hazardous substances or fuels that must be disposed of in a special
way, e.g. coolants or engine oils that must be replenished regularly, the safety instructions issued by
the manufacturer of the hazardous substances or fuels and the applicable regional waste disposal
regulations must be observed. Also observe the relevant safety instructions in the product
documentation. The improper disposal of hazardous substances or fuels can cause health problems
and lead to environmental damage.

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Cleaning
•Prior to cleaning the product, disconnect it completely from the power supply. Use a soft, non-linting
cloth to clean the product. Never use chemical cleaning agents such as alcohol (except in the case
of the test port), acetone or diluents for cellulose lacquers.
•Use pressurized air or alcohol-soaked cotton swabs to clean the test port.
2Package Contents
Please keep the original boxes and all packaging materials and use them in the
same way as received when sending back the unit, e.g. for calibration, service. This
way the risk of damage during transport can be minimized.
Before doing anything else, please check that all parts are contained in your shipment. If anything is missing,
contact Rosenberger. See the information below for a description of the contents of the main unit packaging.
The filter unit comes in a separate box.
Packaging
- Base unit
- Power cable (country-specific)
- DTF zeroing adapter
- Torque wrench
- Adjustable flat wrench
-USB stick
Unpacking the box
When opening the box, remove the accessory box and foam at the top first. With the help of a second per-
son,lift the unit out of the box using the foldable handles at the side and on the front panel. The center of
gravity is at the side handles – do not carry the unit by the front panel handles!

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3PIM Rack Analyzer Product Description
Dear customer, thank you for purchasing the Rosenberger PIM Rack Analyzer. The PIM Rack Analyzer al-
lows you to perform PIM and VSWER_Distance_to_Fault (DTF) measurements. The plug-and-play filter
units and the broadband base units from 700-2200 MHz and 2100-2700 MHz ensure maximum flexibility.
3.1 Overview
Do not cover cooling fan or ventilation inlets, otherwise the device may overheat.

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Front
Air dust filter
Ventilation
inlet
Type/Model
Handles
USB
Touch-
display
On/Off
pushbutton

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Back
Power socket
with main
switch
10 MHz
reference input
Safety port
USB
LAN 1 Gbit/s
USB remote con-
trol
RF receiver inputs
PIM
FWD
REFL
TX1
TX2
Amplifier
outputs

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3.2 Filter
Filter units are available with preassembled 7-16 (4.3-10 on request).
Front
Back
4
PIM
TX1
TX2
TX1
REFL
Handles
Type/Model
Ventilation inlet
air dust filter
Test port
RF in- & outputs
FWD
TX1
Bus in
Bus out
Termination
switch
Ventilation outlet

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4Setting Up the Device
Always ensure that the device is stable and that the environmental conditions –
listed under Chapter 1 – Section: Operating conditions and operating positions –
are acceptable before starting to use the PIM Rack Analyzer.
Please disconnect the unit from the power supply before reconfiguring the RF ca-
bling of the switch matrix.
Required tools (not included in the scope of delivery)
Small flat-head screwdriver (for switching the termination switch)
8 mm + 18 mm flat wrench (for tightening the SMA and N plugs)
Recommended: 8 mm (0.9 Nm) + 18 mm (1.1 Nm) torque wrenches (for tightening
the SMA and N plugs)
Small flat-head screwdriver
18 mm (1.1 Nm)
Flat wrench
8 mm
18 mm
Torque wrench
8 mm (0.9 Nm)

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4.1 Switch Matrix Installation and Cabling of First Filter Unit
1. Mount the switch matrix on the back of the base unit (IM-R-BU-xxx).
Hand-tighten the knurled screws.
Switch matrix

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2. 11-way switch matrix only: Mount the cables W125, W126, W127 on PIM RX (X to X),
TX1 (X to X) and TX2 (X to X).
3. Mount cable W122 between REFL and REFL-Com, W121 between FWD and FWD-Com and
W120 between RX and RX-C (make sure that the longer end of cable W120 is mounted on the
RX connector).
W125
PIM RX
(X to X)
W120 (RX – RX-C)
W121 (FWD – FWD-Com)
W122 (REFL – REFL-Com)
W126
TX1
(X to X)
W127
TX2
(X to X)

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4. Mount cables W123 and W124 between the amplifier outputs and relay common (TX1 and TX1-
C, Tx2 and TX2-C).
W123
TX1 – TX1-C
W124
TX2 – TX2-C

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5. Mount cable LY8-C039-xxx for each path (xxx corresponds to the length; two different lengths
depending on the distance between base unit and filter)
PIM RX (on switch matrix) to RF out PIM (on filter unit)
TX1 (on MPX) to RF in TX1 (on filter unit)
TX2 (on MPX) to RF in TX2 (on filter unit)
When mounting, please make sure that the position on the switch matrix is the same for
all paths. E.g. all cables for one filter must be in position 1.
LY8-C039-xxx
PIM RX 1
(on MPX)
to RF out PIM
LY8-C039-xxx
TX1 1 (on MPX)
to RF in TX1
LY8-C039-xxx
TX2 1 (on MPX)
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6. Take two L71-A0036-xxx cables (xxx corresponds to the length; two different lengths depending
on the distance between base unit and filter) and mount them from FWD to FWD and from REFL
to REFL. Please make sure that the position on the switch matrix is the same for all paths. E.g.
both cables must be in position 1.
Please insert the SMP plug of the L71-A0036-xxx cable carefully and straight
L71-A0036-xxx
FWD -FWD 1
L71-A0036-xxx
REFL - REFL 1

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7. Take the LD5-101-0550-E-C cable and plug it into “Bus out” (green) on the switch matrix and
“Bus in” (blue) on the filter.
If you are not connecting another filter, change the position of the termination
switch to ON. If you are connecting further filters, the position of the termination
switch must be set to OFF.
LD5-101-0550-E-C
Bus in
LD5-101-0550-E-C
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LY8-C039-xxx
TX2 2 to RF in TX2
LY8
-
C039
-
xxx
TX2 2 to RF in TX2
4.2 Cabling of Additional Filter
When mounting, please make sure that the position on the switch matrix is the
same for all paths. E.g. all cables for this filter must be in position 2.
LY8-C039-xxx
PIM RX 2 – RF
out PIM
LY8-C039-xxx
TX1 2 to RF in TX1
1. Mount cable LY8-C039-xxx for each path.
PIM RX (on MPX) to RF out PIM (on filter unit)
TX1 (on MPX) to RF in TX1 (on filter unit)
TX2 (on MPX) to RF in TX2 (on filter unit)