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RF1000 Synthesiser (30MHz - 1GHz)
RF2000 Synthesiser (30MHz - 2.4 GHz)
 

PC controlled RF synthesisers for immunity testing up to 2.4GHz matched to the requirements of IEC61000-4-3 and featuring automatic scanning to pre-programmed schedules.

  • Simple to use via PC 'windows' control software.
  • USB port interface. No need for special interface cards.
  • Field probe input for automatic level control.
  • Suitable for use with any Power Amplifier and antenna / cell / chamber combination.
  • Standard IEC61000-4-3 tests pre-programmed.
  • EUT status input and prompt output.

 

The RF1000/RF2000 are signal sources matched to the RFI immunity requirements of IEC61000-4-3.
Features such as sine and pulsed modulation, programmable start and stop frequencies, frequency step, and dwell time are provided as standard.

These units are essentially the same except that the RF1000 covers the range 30MHz to 1000MHz and the RF2000 covers 30MHz to 2400MHz. Both include powerful Windows control software with USB port interface.

When used with the LaplaCell range of test cells, these synthesisers provide full automatic control of field level and all that is needed to provide an automated compliance test facility. Advanced features such as pre-scanning, display of EUT status against applied field level and full Windows compatibility are standard.

These synthesisers has been conceived with the practical user in mind. To make the best use of the immunity test facilities for both compliance testing and product investigations, several useful features have been developed. These include:

  • Powerful EUT monitoring with real time display correlated to field strength and frequency.
  • Sweep can be continuous or 'pause on fault' or 'stop on fault'. Additional EUT excitation output, either pulsed or continuous.
  • Flexible single frequency search mode. Automatic ramping of field strength and fine control of frequency.

 

Specification: RF1000 RF2000
Output carrier frequency: 30MHz -1GHz 30MHz -2.4GHz
Resolution: 0.5% of current value
Step size: 0.5% to 5% of current value
Level(carrier signal): -60dBm to 0dBm

Indication:

Bargraph indication of level

Control Mode:

Open loop (pre-programmed) or closed loop.
THD (worst case): 10%
Modulation: off
1KHz sine 80% AM modulation
200Hz, 10Hz, 1Hz pulsed. 100% level
Output connector: BNC
Ext. feedback probe: Input 0-2V
Calibration via PC software.
Excitation Output:  

Output:

5V @ 20mA DC

Connector:

5 pin circular 8 pin circular

EUT status:

5V relay input

Fault modes:

Stop, pause, continue.

Connector:

3 pin circular
EUT prompt:  

Output:

4 pole c/o volt free contacts.

Modes:

Pulsed, Continuous, off

Connector:

15 pin Dee Type
P.A. interlock:  

Input:

Contact closure enforces standby mode.

Connector:

4 pin circular
   
Control: From supplied PC software via standard PC USB Port.
Environment: Windows 98, XP
Main control:

Start test (RUN)
Stop test (STOP)
Pause at frequency (DWELL)
Single frequency mode

Setup screen: Enables all parameters of a test sweep and EUT details to be programmed.

Parameters:

Start and end frequencies
Frequency step (% of current value)
Field strength (0-10V/m)
Dwell time (1 - 99 seconds)
Modulation mode.
Single freq. screen: Manually or automatically ramp the field strength at one frequency.
Report screen. Plot all details of the test including setup parameters, actual vs. target settings and EUT status.
Status window: Real time indication of operating mode, EUT status and P.A. status.
   
Menus:  
File: All standard windows facilities, including printer output and file Save, Open commands. Test results and setup data can be stored / recalled separately.
Mode: Select operating mode and test sequence.
Config: Enter cell characteristics, Probe calibration, P.A. characteristics.
Indication: Mains power
Output signal level (bargraph)
P.A. status, EUT status, EUT prompt.
   
General:  
Supply: 110VAC or 230VAC 50 / 60Hz,
factory set.
Size: 300 x 240 x 96 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg

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