Knowledge Base Spectrum Analysers

How to Update the RSA3000 Series Firmware

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
Learn how to update the RSA3000 Series Firmware. ...

How to setup Scan Configurations in EMI mode

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
Built-in scan table with independent settings for each range make it easy to configure complex scans with multiple detectors all on one screen....

How to Identify Peaks in EMI mode

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
Analyse data from a completed scan against limit lines and search for peaks. Isolate these signals for further examination automatically....

How to generate reports in EMI mode

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
Once the testing and debugging is complete, use the EMI Measurement Application to generate complete test reports with notes, screenshots, and data. Integrate test, debug, and reporting all on one platform for consistency and productivity. Watch the EMI Mode create html and pdf reports for the test archive....

How to configure traces and detectors in EMI mode

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
An important first step for Pre-Compliance is selecting the detectors to start with. Different detectors may limit your sweep speed and change the meaning of the results. Learn how to set up detectors and traces....

How to Compare Board Revisions with the EMI mode

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
Pre-Compliance testing is about more than just recording emissions. Use the EMI Application to compare between board revisions making sure the product is getting close to compliance as it gets closer to launch....

How to use the Meter Feature in EMI mode

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
EMI Mode shows live measurements of markers or signals against multiple detectors simultaneously simplifying comparison and analysis....

UltraSpectrum Compatibility with DSA800 and RSA5000/3000 series Remote control options

Posted on: December 16th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
16/12/2020
For DSA875/832/832E: If you experience a defective UltraSpectrum display while connected to a DSA875/DSA832/DSA832E series spectrum analyser, the most likely cause is due to a UltraSpectrum and firmware version mismatch. To correct the issue, download the firmware version 1.06 for DSA875/DSA832/DSA832E from the below dow...

Quickly Monitor FM Deviation using a Spectrum Analyser

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
Spectrum analysers are very useful tools for observing radio transmissions. One of the more common applications is to monitor a known channel or band of frequencies. In this note, we are going to show how to quickly capture an FM radio transmission and then configure the analyser to provide us with the frequency deviation of that signal. NOTE: If you are unsure of the power of the signal that y...

Electromagnetic Compliance: Troubleshooting with Near-Field and Current Probes

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can cause a host of problems, especially when developing a product or attempting to pass mandatory electromagnetic compliance (EMC) tests. Garbled displays, bad data, or complete malfunctions can occur when a design is effected by EMI. To minimise the effects of interference, government agencies like the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in North America cr...

Spectrum Analyser Basics: Bandwidth

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
Spectrum analysers are useful tools for broadcast monitoring, RF component testing, and EMI troubleshooting. There are a number of common adjustments available with many modern analysers that can optimize performance for a particular application. In this application note, we will introduce resolution bandwidth (RBW) and video bandwidth (VBW) and how they affect measurements. Resolu...

Spectrum Analyser Basics: Detectors

Posted on: December 15th, 2020 by Doug Lovell
15/12/2020
Spectrum analysers like the SIGLENT SSA3000X Series have a number of available detector selections that can help you observe specific signals of interest. This operating tip provides a brief description of the available detector types and suggested usage.   BASICS: The SIGLENT SSA 3000X Series spectrum analysers normally display power versus frequency on a Cartesian coordinate s...