r&s bba100 broadband amplifier: compact, modular amplifier family featuring high reliability
DESCRIPTION
The R&S BBA100 is a family of modular, flexible, state-of-the-art broadband amplifiers. The monitoring and control options allow the setup of very compact systems. R&S BBA100 "grows" with the requirements. The instrument can be upgraded, thereby providing maximum investment protection and readiness for the future. Key Facts: - Frequency range from 9 kHz to 1 GHz - Output power up to 1.700 W - 100% mismatch tolerance - Suitable for amplitude, frequency, phase and pulse modulation - Software-updatable system controller with versatile control and configuration options - Wide-range AC power supplies - Three-year warranty Download the product brochure: http://www2.rohde-schwarz.com/file_17453/BBA100_bro_en.pdf Download the data sheet: http://www2.rohde-schwarz.com/file_18361/BBA100_dat-sw_en.pdf Learn More: http://www2.rohde-schwarz.com/product/BBA100.htmlTRANSCRIPT
R&S®BBA100 Broadband AmplifierCompact, modular amplifier family featuring high reliability
August 2012
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Contents
l At a Glancel All-in-onel RF Path Switchingl Unique Safety Conceptl Fast Amplifier Mutel Convenient Operationl Reliable with high Availabilityl Ready for the Futurel Environmental Protectionl The best Choice for your Demands
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At a Glance The R&S®BBA100 broadband amplifier
The R&S®BBA100 broadband amplifiers aresuitable for a variety of applications inl Measurements in EMC areal Aerospace & Defensel Communicationsl RF components testsl Physical engineering
High reliability, quick service and variousoptions offer considerable advantages.
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At a GlanceThe key facts
▪ 100 % mismatch tolerance
▪ Suitable for amplitude, frequency, phase and pulse modulation
▪ Software-updatable system controller with versatile control and configuration options
▪ All frequency bands and power classes can be combined as desired
▪ 19" desktop or rack models
▪ Wide-range AC power supplies
Key Facts
Frequency Range Power Classes
9 kHz to 250 MHz 125 W, 160 W, 250 W, 500 W, 1.000 W, 1.700 W
80 MHz to 400 MHz 125 W, 160 W, 250 W, 500 W, 1.000 W, 1.700 W
250 MHz to 1 GHz 70 W, 125 W, 250 W, 450 W, 800 W, 1.600 W
There‘s more to come!
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At a GlanceCompact modular design
All R&S®BBA100 systems are built-up of amplifier modules.
Advantages:
It supports customer-specific configurations
It is upgradeable both in output power and/or frequency bands
It is highly reliable and easy to service
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All-in-oneExtensive switching options
▪ RF input switch
▪ RF output switches (versions 2:1 and 1:2, cascadable)
▪ Sample port switch
▪ External amplifier integration
▪ System controller
Various Switching Options available
Compact amplifier systems
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RF Path SwitchingSwitching of frequency bands to different loads
▪ 4 frequency bands
▪ 3 different loads
▪ 6 RF pathes
Broadband Amplifier System
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RF path:Signal path from the input port to the output port
System controller
RF input switch Frequency bands Directional couplers RF output switches
Forward Reflected
Forward
Reflected
Externalamplifier
Sample port switch
RF input
RF outputs
Sample ports
Clamp
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Unique Safety ConceptMaximum operating safety and flexibility
l Configurable interlocks provide maximum operating safety and flexibility
l Example: Changing of test setup in chamber 1 during ongoing EMC test in chamber 2
EMC test chamber 1
EMC test chamber 2
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Unique Safety ConceptMaximum operating safety and flexibility
Three configurable group interlocksl After closing the interlock loop there is an
interaction needed to bring the amplifier back into operation – for maximum safety
One device interlockl After closing the interlock loop the amplifier will
continue operation automatically
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Fast Amplifier MuteNew applications using muting/blanking
Delay „mute on“ < 4 µs(RF turns off)
Delay „mute off“ < 6 µs(RF turns on)
l Fast muting of the power amplifier stages by means of external TTL signall Very short delays of 4 µs to 6 µs onlyl Extremely low noise level during mute of -168 dBm/Hz
(compare the thermal noise limit of -174 dBm/Hz)
Key
Mute signal of generator Mute signal at amplifier RF output signal
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Fast Amplifier MuteNew applications using muting/blanking
l Typical application is mono-static radar, i.e. sending and receiving antenna are located at the same site
l To allow receiving of the radar echo the amplifier needs to be muted after sending the pulse
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Convenient OperationAdvanced user interface
l Powerful graphical user prompting, directly on the instrument itself or via PC and web browser
l Extensive status information and measurement results at a look
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Convenient Operation Integration of amplifiers from other manufacturers
l Optional integration of up to two existing amplifiers from other manufacturers into an R&S®BBA100 system
l Their signal paths are implemented as additional RF pathsl User-definable lables can be given for clear overviewl Seamless operation, also via remote control
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Convenient OperationVersatile remote control options
GPIB Ethernet Optical Ethernet USB
l Many interfaces for integration into any system
l Large Number of SCPI like remote control commands for automated workflowsl DHCP server and DHCP client feature via Ethernet for easy network integration
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Convenient OperationIntegration into R&S®EMC32 measurement software
l Control via R&S®EMC32EMC measurement software for complex measurement scenarios
l Efficient and flexible emission and immunity measurements in accordance with CISPR, IEC, ISO, EN, ETSI, VDE, FCC and ANSI
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Reliable with high AvailabilityCost benefit due to less downtime
l If an amplifier fails the amplifier modules are easily accessible after removal of the front panel
l The operator himself can replace a faulty module sothe R&S®BBA100 is soon up and running again
l Rohde & Schwarz has a worldwide network oflocal experts in over 70 countries for optimum support
l Typical mean repair time 10 days*if device needs repair at factory
l Three-year warrantyl Warranty extensions available
up to seven years
* without shipping
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Ready for the FutureScalable and upgradable
l The R&S®BBA100 can be upgraded both in frequency bands and output power (factory-based)
l Existing system components can continue to be usedl That provides maximum investment protectionl It ‘grows‘ with the requirements
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Environmental ProtectionEco-friendly during life time cycle
Our products are environmental friendly and safe. At the end of the product’s life time cycle it’s easy to disassemble and recycle all components.
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The best Choice for your Demands R&S®BBA100 broadband amplifier
The R&S®BBA100 is a family of modular, flexible and state-of-the-art broadband amplifiers.
It is highly reliable and easy to service as a result of its modern design.
It drives an evolution in the setup of compact amplifier systems due to the built-in switching and control options.
The R&S®BBA100 ‘grows‘ with the requirements. The instrument can be upgraded and therefore provides maximum investment protection and readiness for the future.