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Detector use cases
This document highlights some of the common uses for Spectrum Analyser Detector Types.
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Knowledge Base Spectrum Analysers
How to take differential measurements on a RSA5000
When using a differential probe with a real time spectrum analyser you will be using the instrument in General Purpose mode and then you will need to create a reference signal that…
Read more S1210 Changing the Workspace path
When the S1210 application is started up a default Workspace path and demo file is created. In the example below the demo Workspace file has been created in C:/Users/ruby/AppData/Local:The S1210 application now…
Read more Measuring Cable Loss with a Spectrum Analyser
A spectrum analyser with a tracking generator can be a useful piece of test gear. This application note covers making a simple loss measurement on a coaxial cable with BNC connectors. Required: – …
Read more UltraSpectrum License Activation instructions
Ultra Spectrum is a software package that enables remote control and data collection from Rigol DSA spectrum analyzers.It is available for trial.After the trial period has expired, you can purchase an activation…
Read more Working with correction factors
Some applications require adjusting the displayed amplitude to accurately account for losses in cables, gain in amplifiers/antennas, and other circuit elements. This note presents the steps to create, save, and recall correction factors…
Read more How to measure a filter using a RIGOL Spectrum Analyser
This document provides step-by-step instructions on using the Rigol DSA-800 series of Spectrum Analysers to measure the characteristics of an RF Bandpass filter. NOTE: The DSA must have a Tracking Generator to…
Read more How to measure an RF Amplifier using a RIGOL Spectrum Analyser
This document provides step-by-step instructions on using the Rigol DSA-800 series of Spectrum Analysers to measure the characteristics of an RF Amplifier. In addition to the DSA-800 Spectrum Analyser, you will need an…
Read more DSA-815 License Activation
The Rigol DSA-815 Spectrum Analyser has a number of optional features that can be activated by obtaining an activation license.Currently, the advanced measurement kit (DSA8-AMK), VSWR (DSA8-VSWR), and EMI Toolkit (DSA8-EMI) are…
Read more Can I use the tracking generator on a DSA as a fixed RF source?
Many spectrum analysers, like the Rigol DSA800 series, have tracking generator options available. The tracking generator is an RF source that follows the frequency sweep settings of the spectrum analyser. For example,…
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DSA Ethernet connectivity troubleshooting
Communicating over LAN to the DSA series is straightforward. Here are some things to try if you are having difficulty:1. Make sure Ethernet cable is connected properly and that the switch/hubs in…
Read more How to enable the log frequency scale of the DSA815
Starting at firmware revision 00.01.12, the DSA815 spectrum analyser can display the frequency scale in Log mode. Press SPAN and set X Scale to Log
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