GW Instek GSP-830 User Manual
3.0GHz Spectrum Analyzer
GSP-830
USER MANUAL
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................6
Safety Symbols ....................................................6
Safety Guidelines ................................................6
GETTING STARTED............................................................9
GSP-830 Characteristics.................................... 10
Package Contents.............................................. 11
Front Panel Overview ........................................ 13
Rear Panel Overview ......................................... 16
Display Overview .............................................. 18
Tilt Stand & Power Up ...................................... 20
Error Check .......................................................22
Functionality Check........................................... 23
QUICK REFERENCE..........................................................25
Operation Shortcuts ......................................... 26
Menu Tree ......................................................... 31
Preset Contents................................................. 40
FREQUENCY/SPAN..........................................................41
View Signal (Center and Span).......................... 42
View Signal (Start and Stop)............................. 44
Full/Zero Span .................................................. 46
Recall the Last Span Setting.............................. 47
AMPLITUDE .....................................................................48
Set Vertical Scale............................................... 49
Amplitude Correction........................................ 52
Use Pre-Amplifier (Optional) ............................ 56
Set Input Impedance......................................... 57
AUTOSET .........................................................................58
How Autoset Works ..........................................59
Run Autoset ......................................................60
Limit vertical search range................................ 61
Limit horizontal view range............................... 61
MARKER ...........................................................................62
Activate/de-activate marker .............................. 63
Move marker ..................................................... 65
Show Markers in Table ...................................... 67
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PEAK SEARCH ................................................................. 68
Search Signal Peak ............................................ 69
Show Peak Table................................................71
TRACE ............................................................................. 73
View traced waveform ....................................... 74
Move Marker to Trace ....................................... 76
Run Trace Math .................................................78
Select Signal Detection Mode ........................... 80
POWER MEASUREMENT................................................. 82
ACPR Measurement ..........................................83
OCBW Measurement.........................................86
N dB Measurement ...........................................88
Phase Jitter Measurement .................................89
LIMIT LINE...................................................................... 90
Edit Limit Line................................................... 91
Run Pass/Fail test ............................................. 94
BANDWIDTH .................................................................. 95
Select RBW (Resolution BandWidth) ................96
Select VBW (Video BandWidth) ........................98
RBW/VBW Auto Mode Contents .......................99
Set Sweep time................................................ 101
Average Waveform........................................... 101
TRIGGER ........................................................................103
Select Trigger Type ..........................................104
Select Trigger Mode ........................................105
Set Trigger Delay ............................................. 106
DISPLAY .........................................................................107
Change Display Brightness ............................. 108
Activate Display Line....................................... 108
Enter Display Title........................................... 109
Use Split Display............................................. 110
Use VGA Output ............................................. 111
Save Display Image to USB Flash Drive .......... 111
FILE ................................................................................113
File Location and File Type..............................114
Copy File .........................................................115
Delete File....................................................... 118
Rename File .................................................... 120
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Save Display Image to USB Flash Drive .......... 121
PRESET...........................................................................123
SYSTEM..........................................................................124
Save/Recall Panel Setting ............................... 125
Configure Communication Interface ............... 126
View System Information ................................ 128
Set Date/Time................................................. 132
Synchronize GSP-830 with Other Devices ....... 133
Select Language .............................................. 135
Use Auxiliary Signal ........................................ 135
Enter Service Operation .................................. 135
SEQUENCE ....................................................................136
Edit Sequence ................................................. 137
Run Sequence ................................................. 140
TRACKING GENERATOR ................................................142
DEMODULATOR ............................................................144
EMI FILTER.....................................................................146
BATTERY / DC OPERATION ...........................................148
Battery Operation............................................ 148
DC Operation.................................................. 149
PC SOFTWARE ...............................................................150
Install Software ............................................... 151
Connect Software ............................................ 152
Use Software ................................................... 154
REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................157
Configure Interface ......................................... 158
Command Syntax ............................................ 160
Command Set ................................................. 161
FAQ................................................................................171
Appendix ........................................................................172
GSP-830 Specifications ................................... 172
Optional Items Specifications......................... 174
Declaration of Conformity............................... 176
INDEX ............................................................................177
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This chapter contains important safety instructions that
you must follow when operating the GSP-830 and when
keeping it in storage. Read the following before operating
this instrument to ensure your safety and to keep the
GSP-830 in best condition.
Safety Symbols
These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the GSP-830.
Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that could
WARNING
result in injury or loss of life.
Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that could
CAUTION
result in damage to the GSP-830 or to other properties.
DANGER High Voltage
Attention Refer to the Manual
Protective Conductor Terminal
Earth (ground) Terminal
Safety Guidelines
General Guideline
CAUTION
• Make sure that the RF input level and the Tracking
Generator output reversed power level do not exceed
+30dBm.
• Do not supply an input signal to the Tracking Generator
output.
• Do not place any heavy object on the GSP-830.
• Avoid severe impacts or rough handling that leads to
damaging the GSP-830.
• Do not discharge static electricity onto the GSP-830.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Power Supply
WARNING
• Use only mating connectors, not bare wires, for the
terminals.
• Do not block or obstruct the cooling fan vent opening.
• Do not perform measurement at a power generating source
or building installation site (Note below).
• Do not disassemble the GSP-830 unless you are technically
qualified.
(Note) EN 61010-1:2001 specifies the measurement categories and
their requirements as follows. The GSP-830 falls under category II.
• Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the
source of low-voltage installation.
• Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the
building installation.
• Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the
circuits directly connected to the low voltage installation.
• AC Input voltage: 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60Hz, 90W
maximum
• DC Input voltage: 12V DC, 40W maximum
• The power supply voltage should not fluctuate more than
10%.
• Connect the protective grounding conductor of the AC
power cord to an earth ground, to avoid electrical shock.
Battery
CAUTION
Fuse
WARNING
Cleaning the
GSP-830
Operation
Environment
• Rating: 11.1V lithium-ion battery pack x 2
• Turn off the main power switch before installing or taking
out the battery packs.
• Fuse type: T1.6A/ 250V, time-delay, 5x20mm glass
• To ensure fire protection, replace the fuse only with the
specified type and rating.
• Disconnect the power cord before fuse replacement.
• Make sure the cause of fuse blowout is fixed before fuse
replacement.
• Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.
• Use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild detergent
and water. Do not spray any liquid into the GSP-830.
• Do not use chemicals or cleaners containing harsh
products such as benzene, toluene, xylene, and acetone.
• Location: indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free, almost
non-conductive pollution (Note below)
• Relative Humidity: < 90%
• Altitude: < 2000m
• Temperature: 18°C to 28°C
Storage
Environment
• Location: indoor
• Relative humidity: < 85%
• Temperature: 0°C to 40°C
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(Note) EN 61010-1:2001 specifies the pollution degrees and their
requirements as follows. The GSP-830 falls under degree 2.
Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or
gaseous (ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric
strength or surface resistivity”.
• Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive pollution
occurs. The pollution has no influence.
• Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs.
Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused by
condensation must be expected.
• Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry,
non-conductive pollution occurs which becomes conductive due to
condensation which is expected. In such conditions, equipment is
normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight, precipitation,
and full wind pressure, but neither temperature nor humidity is
controlled.
Power cord for the United Kingdom
When using the GSP-830 in the United Kingdom, make sure the power cord
meets the following safety instructions.
NOTE: This lead / appliance must only be wired by competent persons
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT: The wires in this lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green/ Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live (Phase)
As the colours of the wires in mains leads may not correspond with the colour markings
identified in your plug/appliance, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green & Yellow must be connected to the Earth terminal
marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N or coloured Blue or Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal marked with the
letter L or P or coloured Brown or Red.
If in doubt, consult the instructions provided with the equipment or contact the supplier.
This cable/appliance should be protected by a suitably rated and approved HBC mains
fuse: refer to the rating information on the equipment and/or user instructions for details.
As a guide, cable of 0.75mm
2
should be protected by a 3A or 5A fuse. Larger conductors
would normally require 13A types, depending on the connection method used.
Any moulded mains connector that requires removal /replacement must be destroyed by
removal of any fuse & fuse carrier and disposed of immediately, as a plug with bared wires
is hazardous if a engaged in live socket. Any re-wiring must be carried out in accordance
with the information detailed on this label.
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GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the GSP-830 in a nutshell,
including its main features, package contents, and front /
rear / display panel introduction. After going through
the overview, follow the Power-up sequence and
Functionality check section to properly setup the
GSP-830.
GSP-830
package
Panel
introduction
Setup
GSP-830 Characteri
Package Contents...................................................11
Front Panel Overvie
Rear Panel Overview ..............................................16
Display Overview....................................................18
Status Icon overview ..............................................19
Tilt stand................................................................20
Power Up................................................................20
Error Check ............................................................22
Functionality Check ................................................23
stics .........................................10
w .............................................13
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GSP-830 Characteristics
The GSP-830 is a mid-to-high range digital storage
spectrum analyzer suitable for a wide variety of
applications, such as production testing, research, and
field verification.
Performance
• Low noise floor: typical -117dBm @1GHz, 3k RBW
• Fast sweep: 50ms to 25.6s
• Compact size: 330(W) x 170(H) x 340(D) mm
• Light weight: approx. 6kg
Features
Interface
Optional Items
(complete list on
the next page)
• Autoset
• 5 markers with delta marker and peak functions
• 3 traces
• Power measurements: ACPR, OCBW, N-dB, Phase
Jitter
• Pass/fail test with limit line editing
• Split windows with separate settings
• Sequence programming (user-defined macro)
• 6.4 TFT color LCD, 640 x 480 resolution
• Phone output (available in the optional Demodulator)
• AC/DC/battery multi-mode power operation
• USB host for storage device connection
• USB slave/RS232/GPIB(optional) for PC software
connection and remote control
• Direct VGA display image output
• Reference signal input/output for synchronization
• External trigger signal input
• Tracking Generator
• Pre-amplifier GAP-801 (10dB typical, 9kHz to 6GHz)
• Pre-amplifier GAP-802 (20dB typical, 9kHz to 3GHz)
• ±1ppm stability module
• EMI filter with 9kHz/120kHz RBW and 6-dB
bandwidth
• Battery pack
• Demodulator
• 300Hz/10kHz/100kHz RBW
• GPIB interface
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Package Contents
Contact your dealer in case of missing items. The detailed specifications are
listed from page172.
GSP-830
Standard
accessories
• Power cord
• USB cable (Type A to Type B) for PC connection
• User Manual (this document)
Optional items Option01 Tracking Generator (factory installed)
Option02 Battery Pack
Option03 ±1ppm Stability Module (factory installed)
Option04 300Hz RBW (factory installed)
Option05 9kHz & 120kHz RBW (also called EMI Filter,
factory installed)
Option06 10kHz & 100kHz RBW (factory installed)
Option07 Demodulator (factory installed)
Option08 GPIB Interface (factory installed)
Note: Among Option 05, 06, and 07, only one can be
installed at a time.
ADP-001 BNC(J/F) to N(P/M) Adaptor Optional
accessories
ADP-002 SMA(J/F) to N(P/M) Adaptor
ADP-101 BNC(J/F)75Ω to BNC(P/M)50Ω Adaptor
ATA-001 BNC Antenna
ATN-100 10dB Attenuator N(J/F)-N(P/M)
GAK-001 Terminator 50Ω N(P/M)
GAK-002 Cap with Chain N(P/M)
GAP-801 Pre-Amplifier, 9kHz to 6GHz, 10dB typical
GAP-802 Pre-Amplifier, 9kHz to 3GHz, 20dB typical
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GKT-001 General Kit Set
ADP-002: SMA (J/F) to N (P/M) Adaptor x 2
ATN-100: 10dB Attenuator x 1
GTL-303:
RF Cable Assembly (RD316, SMA(P),60cm) x2
GSC-002: Kit box
GKT-002 CATV Kit Set
ADP-001: BNC (J/F) to N (P/M) Adaptor x 2
ADP-101: BNC(P/M) 50 to BNC(J/F) 75 adaptor x2
GTL-304:
RF Cable Assembly (RG223,N(P)-N(J),30cm) x2
GSC-003: Kit box
GKT-003 RLB Kit Set
GAK-001: Termination, N(P), 50 x 1
GAK-002: Cap with Chain, N(P) x 1
GTL-302:
RF Cable Assembly (RG223, N(P), 30cm) x2
GSC-004: Kit box
GKT-006 EMI Probe Set
ADP-01: Adaptor, BNC(J/F) - N(P/M) x 1
ADP-02: Adaptor, SMA(J/F) – N(P/M) x 1
ANT-01: 6cm Loop, H-Field Probe x 1
ANT-02: 3cm Loop, H-Field Probe x 1
ANT-03: 6mm Loop, H-Field Probe x 1
PR-03: Touch Passive Probe, < 3GHz x 1
Test Lead: RF Cable Assembly BNC(P/M)-BNC(P/M)x1
Test Lead: RF Cable Assembly SMA(P/M)-SMA(P/M)x1
GRA-404 19 Inch Rack Adaptor Panel, 4U
GSC-001 Soft Carrying Case
GTL-301 RF Cable Assembly, RG223, N(P/M), 1000mm
GTL-302 RF Cable Assembly, RG223, N(P/M), 300mm
GTL-303 RF Cable Assembly, RD316, SMA(P/J), 600mm
GTL-304 RF Cable Assembly, RG223, N(P/M) to N(J/F),
300mm
GTL-401 DC Power Line with Lighter Plug, 5A
RLB-001 Return Loss Bridge
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Front Panel Overview
LCD Display
F1 to F6 Function
Keys
Main Keys
TFT Color display, 640x480 resolution. For display setting
details, see page107.
F 1
F 6
Frequency
to
Soft keys linked to the menu that appears
on the right side of the display.
Frequency key (page41), together with
Span k
ey, configures the horizontal
(frequency) scale.
Span
Amplitude
Amplitude key (page48) configures the
ertical (amplitude) scale and input
v
impedance.
Autoset key (page58) automatically
hes the peak signal with maximum
searc
Autoset
amplitude and displays it with appropriate
horizontal and vertical scales.
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Measurement
keys
Control keys
Marker
Peak Search
Trace
Meas
Limit Line
BW
Trigger
Display
File
Marker key (page62) activates markers
and places them on specified loca
tions.
Peak Search key (page68) searches peak
signals and configures peak rang
es/orders.
Trace key (page73) activates trace signals,
configures them, and r
uns trace math
operations.
Measurement key (page82) configures
uns 4 types of Power Measurements:
and r
ACPR, OCBW, N-dB, and Phase Jitter.
Limit Line key (page90) configures
high/lo
w limit lines and runs the pass/fail
test.
BW key (page95) configures the
RBW/VBW width, sw
eep time length, and
waveform averaging number.
Trigger key (page103) selects the trigger
, sets the trigger running mode / delay
type
/ frequency, and activates the external
trigger input.
Display key (page107) configures the
LCD dim
line and title, and activates split windows.
mer, edits and shows the display
File key (page113) saves/recalls/deletes
the trace w
aveform, limit line, amplitude
correction, sequence, and panel settings.
Display images may be saved to a storage
device via the front panel USB port.
State Keys
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Preset
System
Option
Seq
Preset key (page40or123) resets the
GSP-830 to a predefined state
.
System key configures the date/time
(page132), GPIB/RS232C interface
e126), and language (page135). It also
(pag
ws the system information (page128)
sho
and self
ves/recalls panel settings (page125).
sa
Option k
Generator (page142), Demodulator
(pag
reference frequency (pag
Seq k
sequences (user
test result (page131), and
ey configures the Tracking
e144), battery (page148), and external
e133).
ey (page136) edits and runs
-defined macro).
GETTING STARTED
Power Key
Arrow Keys
Scroll Knob
Input Terminal
Pre-Amplifier
Power Supply
Te rmi na l
RF INPUT 50 Ω
DC ±25V
+30dBm MAX
DC 9V
OUTPUT
100mA MAX.
MAX
Power key selects the power state between
the standby mode (Red LED on) and
power on mode (Green LED on). To turn
on/off the main power, use the power
switch on the rear panel. See page20 for
the po
wer up sequence.
Arrow keys select parameters in various
occasions; Up/Right for increasing,
Down/Left for decreasing.
Scroll knob sets or selects parameters in
various occasions. In many cases, it works
in tandem with the Arrow keys.
Input terminal accepts RF input signals.
• Maximum +30dBm
• Input impedance 50Ω
Pre-amplifier power supply terminal
provides power for the optional GAP-801
or GAP-802 pre-amplifier. For details, see
page56.
Numerical Keys
Unit Keys
Enter Key
Numerical keys set various parameters. In many cases, they
work in tandem with the Arrow keys and Scroll knob.
Example Key sequence
BK SP key
9kHz
3.8dB
1.0mS
9 + Enter
Correction
Optional TG
Output Terminal
USB Host
Connector
TG OUTPUT 50 Ω
DC ±25V
MAX
Outputs the optional Tracking Generator
signal. Reversed power should not exceed
+30dBm. For details, see page142.
Via the USB port (typeA male), display
images may be saved to or recalled from
USB flash drives For details, see page113.
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Rear Panel Overview
Frequency
Adjustment Point
GPIB Connector
(Optional)
USB Connector
RS232C
Connector
Phone Output
(Optional)
FREQ.
ADJUST
PHONE
Adjusts the internal reference signal
frequency; for service operation only.
Optional 24 pin female GPIB connector for
remote control (page157). For interface
setting details
, see page127.
Type B mini connector for PC software
connection (page150) and remote control
e157). For interface setting details, see
(pag
e126.
pag
9 pin female connector for PC software
connection (page150) and remote control
(pag
e157). For interface setting details, see
e126.
pag
3.5mm phone jack for audio output.
Available when the optional Demodulator is
installed. For details, see page144.
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Battery Pack
(Optional)
Main Power
Switch,
Fuse Socket,
Power Cord
Socket
DC Power Input
DC 12V
INPUT
Stores the optional battery packs for
portable usage. For details, see page148.
The main power switch turns on/off the
GSP-830 main power. For the power up
sequence, see page20.
he fuse socket stores the main fuse, T1.6A
T
250V, time-delay, 5x20mm glass.
The power cord socket accepts the AC
power cord, 100 to 240V, 50/60Hz.
For power and fuse related safety
instructions, see page6.
DC power input, 12V, 40W max rating.
Accepts a standard 2.1mm DC plug or the
optional GTL-401 DC power cord. For
details, see page149.
VGA Output
External Trigger
Input
Reference Output
Reference Input
40W MAX.
10MHz
REF OUTPUT
REF INPUT
15pin, female VGA connector which
outputs 640 x 480 resolution display image
to an external monitor. For details, see
page111.
EXT. TRIG.
INPUT
Accepts a trigger signal from an
external device. For details, see
page103.
Outputs +5V TTL, 10MHz
reference signal used for
synchronizing the GSP-830 with
an external device. For details, see
page133.
Accepts a TTL signal from an
external device, used for
synchronization with the
GSP-830. For details, see
page134.
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Display Overview
A Traces &
Waveforms
Input signals and traces that appear within the main
display area. Input signal & TraceA: Green, TraceB: Red,
TraceC: Yellow. For trace details, see page73.
B Title
C Reference
Level/Scale
D Marker
Information
E Function Menu
The title of the current display. For details, see page109.
The reference amplitude level and vertical scale. For
amplitude details, see page48.
The frequency and amplitude for the active marker /
delta marker. For marker details, see page62.
The menu associated with F1 to F6 function keys on the
right side of the display.
F Date and Time
G Frequency/
Bandwidth
Current date and time. For setup details, see page132.
Upper line: shows the start/stop frequency (page44) and
center frequency (page42).
Lo
RBW (resolution bandwidth - pag
(pag
wer line: shows the VBW (video bandwidth - page98),
e96), frequency span
e42), and sweep time (page101).
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H Status Icon
The icons showing various system conditions. See the
below Status Icon overview for details.
I Test Result/
Error Message
J Command
Window
The result of the pass/fail test using limit lines (page94)
or the system error messages (page128).
Shows the current status of the selected menu or the
entered parameters such as frequency and amplitude.
Status Icon overview
Amplitude
(page48)
Peak Search
(page68)
Trace (page73)
External gain on, amplitude correction on, Input
impedance 75Ω, Input impedance calibration on
Peak track on
TraceA:green , B:red , C:yellow
Clear mode
Average on
BW (page95)
Trigger (page103)
Battery level
(page148)
Options
Sequence(page136)
USB
Peak hold mode
View mode, trace math
RBW, VBW manual
mode
Video trigger mode
Sweep time manual mode
External trigger signal on
Fully charged
50% to 25%
75% to 50%
Less than 25%
TG normalization
activated (page142)
External reference signal
used (page133)
±1ppm stability module installed (page133)
Sequence currently running
USB flash drive is detected (page114), or USB
remote control connection is detected (pag
e158)
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Tilt Stand & Power Up
Tilt stand
Low angle
High angle
Power Up
rear panel socket.
2. Turn on the main power switch.
3. The ON/STBY key on the front
panel turns red.
4. Press the ON/STBY key. Its
color turns green and the display
becomes active.
1. Connect the power cord to the
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Last Stored Settings
At the initial state, only the F3 menu
“Last stored state” becomes available.
Last
stored
state
For details of storing the panel
settings, see page125.
To recall the last stored panel settings:
Press F3. One of the panel settings from S1 – S10,
which was stored the last time, will be recalled.
To use the GSP-830 without recalling the last stored
panel settings:
Press any other function keys (see below).
List of function keys
Frequency
Span
Amplitude
Marker
Peak Search
Trace
Meas
BW
Trigger
Display
Preset
System
Option
F 3
Note
Autoset
Limit Line
File Seq
Ignore the error message that might appear at the
bottom of the display when powering up the GSP-830.
The message indicates that internal configurations are
ongoing. For error message details, see page22.
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Error Check
This section assumes that the GSP-830 is already powered up (page20).
1. Check system
error
Check for error messages at the bottom of the display,
next to the command window.
Center : 1.5GHz
EXT
Unlock
(EXT Unlock)
Contact the service center if any of the following
messages remains in the display.
Amp
Uncal
EXT
Unlock
LO1
Unlock
LO3
Unlock
• Inappropriate RBW or VBW is selected.
• Frequency is less than 15MHz and
amplitude is less than 30dBm.
External reference input is not working
properly.
Local oscillator 1 is not working properly.
Local oscillator 3 is not working properly.
2. Check self test
result
Med
Unlock
±1ppm stability signal is not working
properly. Appears only when the optional
±1ppm stability module is installed.
Ref
Unlock
Internal reference signal is not working
properly.
View the GSP-830’s self-diagnosis test result. Press the
System key→F6 (More) →F2 (Self Test).
System
More...
F 6
Self Test...
F 2
The test automatically runs at each power-up. The
underline shows the result, pass or fail. Contact the
service center if any of the items fails.
GPIB
Pass
Flash
Pass
Fail
Fail
F 1
F 2
GPIB module connectivity
(available only when installed)
Internal Flash memory for storing
the system code/data
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SDRAM
Pass
Fail
RTC
Pass
Fail
F 3
F 4
Internal SDRAM for running the
system code
Internal real time clock for
configuring the date and time
Functionality Check
1. Feed a signal Input a signal to check if the GSP-830 correctly shows
• This section assumes that the GSP-830 is already
powered up (page20).
• Before operating the GSP-830 in a new environment,
run these steps to make sure it is functionally stable.
the waveform on the display. There are two ways to feed
an input signal.
Feeding the DUT signal
If the DUT is already available, connect the output signal
to the RF input terminal. The signal amplitude must be
less than +30dBm.
Feeding the internal auxiliary signal
You can also use the internal auxiliary signal,
100MHz/30dBm. No cable connection is required in
this case. Activate the signal by pressing the System key→
F4 (Aux Sig On).
System
Aux Sig
On
Off
F 4
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2. View the
signal
Press the Autoset key→F1 (Autoset).
Autoset Autoset
F 1
The GSP-830 automatically configures the horizontal and
vertical scales and shows the signal on the display.
Check the peak frequency and amplitude that appear on
the top right corner of the display. To move the marker,
use the Scroll knob
Internal auxiliary signal, -30dBm @100MHz
Peak frequency/amplitude
or Left/Right keys .
If the displayed value does not match the actual signal,
contact the service center.
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Shortcuts
Power-on screen
Frequency and Span ...............................................26
Amplitude...............................................................26
Autoset...................................................................26
Marker....................................................................26
Peak Search ............................................................27
Trace.......................................................................27
Power Measuremen
Limit Line ...............................................................28
Bandwidth ..............................................................28
Trigger ....................................................................28
Display ...................................................................29
File .........................................................................29
System....................................................................29
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t...............................................27
Menu T
Preset
ree
Option
Sequence................................................................30
Power-on screen
Frequency, Span, Autoset, Amplitude(1 of 2) .........31
Amplitude (2 of 2), Marker
Peak Search, T
Measurement, Lim
BW, Trigger, Display
File (1 of 2) ............................................................36
System....................................................................38
Option, Sequence
Preset Contents
....................................................................30
.....................................................31
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race..................................................33
it Line .......................................34
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Operation Shortcuts
Here is the list of available operations and their shortcuts.
Power-on screen
Recall the last stored settings
Frequency and Span
Set Center Frequency and Span
F3
Frequency→F1→Span→F1
Set Start and Stop Frequency
Set Frequency Step
Activate Full Span (3.0GHz)
Activate Zero Span (Time Domain)
Recall Last Span
Amplitude
Set Reference Level
Select Vertical Scale
Select Unit (dBm/dBmV/dBuV)
Set External Gain
Activate Amplitude Correction
Select Amplitude Correction Set
Delete Amplitude Correction Item
Delete Amplitude Correction Set
Undo Correction Item/Set Deletion
Frequency→F2(Start), F3(Stop)
Frequency→F4
Span→F2
Span→F3
Span→F4
Amplitude→F1
Amplitude→F2
Amplitude→F3→F1 to F3
Amplitude→F4
Amplitude→F5→F2
Amplitude→F5→F1→F1
Amplitude→F5→F1→F2
Amplitude→F5→F1→F3→F2
Amplitude→F5→F1→F4
Save Amplitude Correction Set
Select Input Impedance (50Ω/75Ω)
Set Input Impedance Offset
Autoset
Run Autoset
Set Amplitude Floor
Set Frequency View Span
Marker
Activate Normal Marker
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Amplitude→F5→F1→F5
Amplitude→F6→F1
Amplitude→F6→F2
Autoset→F1
Autoset→F2
Autoset→F3
Marker→F1→F2
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Activate Delta Marker
Activate All Normal Markers
Move Marker to Peak
Move Marker and Peak to Center
Track Marker on Peak
Move Marker to Various Locations
Show Marker Table
Put Marker on Trace
Peak Search
Search Peak Signal
Search Next Peak
Search Next Peak to Right
Search Next Peak to Left
Search Peak and Move to Center
Track Marker on Peak
Marker→F1→F2→F3
Marker→F6→F3
Marker→F4 or Peak Search
Marker→F4→F5 or Peak Search→F5
Peak Search→F6→F4
Marker→F6→F4→F1 to F5
Marker→F6→F2
Marker→F6→F1
Peak Search or Marker→F4
Peak Search→F2
Peak Search→F3
Peak Search→F4
Peak Search→F5 or Marker→F4→F5
Peak Search→F6→F4
Search Minimum Amplitude
Show Peak Table
Sort Peaks in Peak Table
Set Peak Threshold
Trace
Activate Trace
Clear Trace (Update in Real-Time)
View Peak Hold Trace
Freeze Trace
Hide Trace
View Averaged Trace
Run Trace Math
Select Signal Detection Mode
Power Measurement
Activate ACPR
Peak Search→F6→F5
Peak Search→F6→F1
Peak Search→F6→F2
Peak Search→F6→F3
Trace→F1
Trace→F2
Trace→F3
Trace→F4
Trace→F5
Trace→F6→F1 or BW→F4
Trace→F6→F2→F1 to F5
Trace→F6→F3→F1 to F5
Meas→F2
Set ACPR Channel Bandwidth
Set ACPR Channel Space
Set ACPR Adjacent Channel Offset
Meas→F1→F1
Meas→F1→F2
Meas→F1→F4→F2 and F4
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Set ACPR Adjacent Channel BW
Move ACPR Channel Up
Move ACPR Channel Down
Activate OCBW
Set OCBW Channel Bandwidth
Set OCBW Channel Space
Set OCBW %
Move OCBW Channel Up
Move OCBW Channel Down
Activate N dB
Set N dB Value
Activate Phase Jitter
Set Phase Jitter Offset
Limit Line
Activate Limit Line
Meas→F1→F4→F1 and F3
Meas→F4
Meas→F5
Meas→F3
Meas→F1→F1
Meas→F1→F2
Meas→F1→F3
Meas→F4
Meas→F5
Meas→F6→F1
Meas→F6→F2
Meas→F6→F3
Meas→F6→F4→F1(Start), F2(Stop)
Limit Line→F1 (High), F2 (Low)
Select Limit Line for Edit
Activate Limit Line Edit Table
Delete Limit Line Table Item
Delete All Table Item
Undo Last Deletion
Run Pass/Fail Test
Select Pass/Fail Condition
Bandwidth
Select RBW
Select VBW
Set Sweep Time
Set Trace Average Number
Reset RBW/VBW/Sweep to Auto
Trigger
Select Free Run (Default)
Limit Line→F3→F1
Limit Line→F3→F2
Limit Line→F3→F3
Limit Line→F3→F4→F2
Limit Line→F3→F5
Limit Line→F4
Limit Line→F5
BW→F1
BW→F2
BW→F3
BW→F4 or Trace→F6→F1
BW→F5
Trig ger→F1
Select Video/External Trigger
Select Trigger Mode
Set Trigger Delay
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Trig ger→F2
Trig ger→F3
Trig ger→F4
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Set Trigger Frequency
Run Trigger (in Single/Continuous)
Display
Change Dimmer Level
Show Display Line
Clear Title
Enter Title
Show Title
Activate Split Window
Alternate Upper/Lower Sweep
Switch Split Display to Full Screen
File
Select Copy Source File
Select Copy Destination File
Trig ger→F5
Trig ger→F6
Display→F1
Display→F2
Display→F3→F1
Display→F3→F2 to F4
Display→F3→F5
Display→F4→F1 (Upper), F2 (Lower)
Display→F4→F3
Display→F4→F4
File→F1→F1→F1 to F5
F2→F1 to F5 (After Selecting Source)
Edit Copied File Name
Copy Selected File
Select File for Deletion
Delete Selected File
Rename File
Confirm New File Name
Save Display Image to USB Drive
Rename File in USB Drive
Select System Code for Update
Select Language for Update
Update System File from USB Drive
Preset
Recall Factory Installed Settings
System
Save Setup
F3 (After Selecting Destination)
F4 (After Selecting Source/Destination)
File→F2→F1→F1 to F5
F2 (After Selecting File)
File→F3→F1
F2 (After Renaming File)
File→F4→F1→F2
File→F4→F1→F1
File→F5→F1→F1
File→F5→F1→F2
F2 (After Selecting File)
Preset
System→F1→F1 or F2→F3
Recall Setup
Select GPIB Address
Show RS-232C Configuration
Activate Auxiliary Signal
System→F1→F1 or F2→F4
System→F2
System→F3→F1 to F4
System→F4
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Set Date
Set Time
Activate Clock Display
View Self Test Result
View System Configuration
Select Language
Option
Activate Tracking Generator
Set Tracking Generator Amplitude
Normalize Tracking Generator
Activate Normalized TG
Set Ref Level for TG Normalization
Activate FM Demodulator
Activate AM Demodulator
Activate Phone Output
System→F6→F1→F1→F1 to F4
System→F6→F1→F2→F1 to F3
System→F6→F1→F3
System→F6→F2
System→F6→F4
System→F6→F5→F1
Option→F1→F1
Option→F1→F2
Option→F1→F3→F2
Option→F1→F4
Option→F1→F5
Option→F2→F1
Option→F2→F2
Option→F2→F3
Set Phone Output Volume
Set Squelch Level
View Battery Level
Set Ext. Reference Signal Frequency
Sequence
Select Sequence Set
Start Sequence Edit
Insert 100ms Delay
Insert Pause in Sequence
Insert Another Sequence Set
Stop Sequence Edit
Insert Item to Sequence Set
Save Sequence Set
Delete Sequence Item
Delete Sequence Set
Option→F2→F4
Option→F2→F5
Option→F3
Option→F4
Sequence→F1, F2
Sequence→F3→F1
Sequence→F3→F2
Sequence→F3→F3
Sequence→F3→F4→F1 to F2
Sequence→F3→F5
Sequence→F3→F6→F1
Sequence→F3→F6→F2
Sequence→F3→F6→F3
Sequence→F3→F6→F4→F2
Undo Sequence Item/Set Delete
Select Sequence Run Mode
Run Sequence
Delete All Sequence Set
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Sequence→F3→F6→F5
Sequence→F4→F1
Sequence→F4→F2
Sequence→F5→F2
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