Integrated system checks automotive compliance

The R and S IMS integrated measurement system is a compact instrument, handling measurement tasks from development to certification.

The R and S IMS integrated measurement system is a compact instrument, handling measurement tasks from development to certification.

The system checks the EMI susceptibility of electronic components in vehicles, including all control units and semiconductor devices intended for use in such units.

Vehicle manufacturers can also use the system to perform a complete final test, ensuring the components' compatibility with each other.

In the past, performing the full range of susceptibility tests was quite an intricate task, as the systems were made up of complex individual modules.

The economical all-in-one R and S IMS solution has all major system components already integrated.

Test systems for determining electromagnetic susceptibility (EMS) usually consist of separate instruments mounted in racks.

Installing and configuring these systems is somewhat complex.

In contrast, the test setup with the R and S IMS is cost-efficient and saves space.

Components such as signal source, power measurement and an optional internal amplifier module are preconfigured in the R and S IMS' 19in cabinet.

Only a few additional components are necessary to convert it into a complete EMC test system.

Rohde and Schwarz assumes overall responsibility for its turnkey systems, from installation and training through to support.

The compact solution from Rohde and Schwarz makes it possible to carry out measurements and compliance tests during development in accordance with all common commercial, military and automotive standards.

In the automotive field, these standards include 2004/104/EU (European Union guideline), ISO11451 (vehicle test), ISO11452 (components test), IEC62132 (automotive semiconductors), plus the US standards SAE J551 (vehicle test) and SAE J1113 (components test).

The R and S IMS operating system is a fully compliant test software program installed on the controller.

The test software supports fully automatic measurements of conducted and radiated susceptibility as well as electromagnetic interference (EMI) on terminals, modules and integrated circuits.

To perform EMI measurements, the measurement system merely has to be expanded with an R and S ESCI or ESPI EMI test receiver.

A uniform graphical user interface makes for intuitive operation of the operating system.

Owing to its modular structure, the operating system can be easily configured and adapted to future changes in standards or manufacturer-specific test procedures.

Moreover, it offers various interfaces for EUT monitoring.

The R and S IMS integrated measurement system is now available from Rohde and Schwarz.

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