Rigol DSA815 User guide
RIGOL
User’s Guide
DSA800 Series
Spectrum Analyzer
Dec. 2011
RIGOL Technologies, Inc.
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Safety Requirement
General Safety Summary
Please review the following safety precautions carefully before putting the
instrument into operation so as to avoid any personal injuries or damages to the
instrument and any product connected to it. To prevent potential hazards, please
use the instrument only specified by this manual.
Use Proper Power Cord
Only the power cord designed for the instrument and authorized by local country
could be used.
Ground the Instrument
The instrument is grounded through the Protective Earth lead of the power cord.
To avoid electric shock, it is essential to connect the earth terminal of power cord
to the Protective Earth terminal before any inputs or outputs.
Observe all Terminal Ratings
To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markers on the instrument
and check your manual for more information about ratings before connecting.
Use Proper Overvoltage Protection
Make sure that no overvoltage (such as that caused by a thunderstorm) can reach
the product, or else the operator might expose to danger of electrical shock.
Do Not Operate Without Covers
Do not operate the instrument with covers or panels removed.
Use Proper Fuse
Please use the specified fuses.
Avoid Circuit or Wire Exposure
Do not touch exposed junctions and components when the unit is powered.
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Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures
If you suspect damage occurs to the instrument, have it inspected by qualified
service personnel before further operations. Any maintenance, adjustment or
replacement especially to circuits or accessories must be performed by RIGOL
authorized personnel.
Keep Well Ventilated
Inadequate ventilation may cause an increase of temperature or damage to the
device. So please keep well ventilated and inspect the intake and fan regularly.
Do Not Operate in Wet Conditions
In order to avoid short circuiting to the interior of the device or electric shock,
please do not operate in a humid environment.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere
In order to avoid damages to the device or personal injuries, it is important to
operate the device away from an explosive atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry
To avoid the influence of dust and/or moisture in air, please keep the surface of
device clean and dry.
Electrostatic Prevention
Operate in an electrostatic discharge protective area environment to avoid
damages induced by static discharges. Always ground both the internal and
external conductors of the cable to release static before connecting.
Handling Safety
Please handle with care during transportation to avoid damages to buttons, knob,
interfaces and other parts on the panels.
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WARNING
Warning statements indicate the conditions or practices that could result in
injury or loss of life.
CAUTION
Caution statements indicate the conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
Hazardous
Voltage
Refer to
Instructions
Protective
Earth
Terminal
Chassis
Ground
Test
Ground
Safety Terms and Symbols
Terms in this Manual. These terms may appear in this manual:
Terms on the Product. These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury or hazard may immediately happen.
WARNING indicates an injury or hazard may be accessible potentially.
CAUTION indicates a potential damage to the instrument or other property
might occur.
Symbols on the Product. These symbols may appear on the product:
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CAUTION
To avoid damages to the instrument, do not expose them to liquids which
have causticity.
WARNING
To avoid injury resulting from short circuit, make sure the instrument is
completely dry before reconnecting into a power source.
General Care and Cleaning
General Care:
Do not store or leave the instrument in where the instrument will be exposed to
direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Cleaning:
Clean the instrument regularly according to its operating conditions. To clean the
exterior surface, perform the following steps:
1. Disconnect the instrument from all power sources.
2. Clean the loose dust on the outside of the instrument with a lint- free cloth
(with mild detergent or water). When cleaning the LCD, take care to avoid
scarifying it.
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Environmental Considerations
The following symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable
European Union requirements according to Directives 2002/96/EC on waste electrical
and electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries.
Product End-of-Life Handling
The equipment may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or
human health. In order to avoid release of such substances into the environment and
harmful to human health, we encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate
system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused or recycled
appropriately. Please contact your local authorities for disposal or recycling
information.
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DSA800 Series Overview
DSA800 series spectrum analyzers which are small, light and cost-effective, are
portable spectrum analyzers designed for starters. Configured with
easy-to-operate numeric keyboard, high-resolution color LCD display and various
remote communication interfaces, they can be widely used in various fields, such
as education, company research and development as well as industrial
manufacture.
Main features:
Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 1.5 GHz
Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL): -135 dBm (Typical)
Phase Noise: -80 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset
Total Amplitude Accuracy: <1.5 dB
Minimum Resolution Bandwidth (RBW): 100 Hz
EMI Filter and Quasi-Peak Detector Kit (Option)
VSWR Measurement Kit(Option)
Standard with Preamplifier and AM/FM Demodulation Function
Various measurement functions (option)
1.5 GHz Tracking Generator (option)
8 inche (800× 480 pixels) high-definition display with clear, vivid, and
easy-to-use graphical interface
Various interfaces such as LAN, USB Host, USB Device and GPIB (option)
Compact design with only 9.4 lbs
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Document Overview
Topics in this manual:
Chapter 1 Quick Start
This chapter introduces the front/rear panel and user interface as well as
announcements during first use of the analyzer.
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operation
This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the front panel keys with their
associated menu keys.
Chapter 3 Remote Control
This chapter shows how to control the analyzer in remote mode.
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting&Message
This chapter lists the troubleshooting information and messages that may appear
during the use of the analyzer.
Chapter 5 Specifications
This chapter lists the specifications and general specifications of the analyzer.
Chapter 6 Appendix
This chapter lists the options and accessories that can be ordered along with your
analyzer as well as the service and support information.
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Format Conventions in this manual:
1. Buttons:
The keys at the front panel are usually denoted by the format of “Button name
(Bold) +textbox”, such as FREQ.
2. Menu keys:
The menu softkeys are usually denoted by the format of “Menu word (Bold)
+character shading”, such as Center Freq.
3. Connectors：
The connectors at the front or rear panel are usually denoted by the format of
“Connector name (Bold) +square brackets (Bold)”, such as [GEN OUTPUT
50Ω].
4. Operation steps：
“” represents the next step of operation, such as FREQ Center Freq
indicates pressing FREQ at the front panel and then pressing the menu
softkey Center Freq.
User manuals provided with this product:
User’s Guide, Quick Guide, Programming Guide, Data sheet etc. For the desired
manual, please download it from www.rigol.com.
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Contents
Guaranty and Declaration ......................................................................... I
Safety Requirement ................................................................................. II
General Safety Summary........................................................................... II
Safety Terms and Symbols ....................................................................... IV
General Care and Cleaning ........................................................................ V
Environmental Considerations ................................................................... VI
DSA800 Series Overview ...................................................................... VII
Document Overview ............................................................................ VIII
Chapter 1 Quick Start ........................................................................ 1-1
General Inspection ................................................................................. 1-2
Appearance and Dimensions ................................................................... 1-3
To Prepare for Use ................................................................................. 1-4
To Adjust the Supporting Legs .......................................................... 1-4
To Connect to Power ........................................................................ 1-5
Power-on Inspection ........................................................................ 1-6
Self-calibration ................................................................................ 1-6
Front Panel ............................................................................................ 1-7
Front Panel Function Keys ................................................................ 1-8
Front Panel Key Backlight ............................................................... 1-10
Front Panel Connectors .................................................................. 1-11
To Use the Numeric Keyboard ......................................................... 1-13
Rear Panel ........................................................................................... 1-15
User Interface ...................................................................................... 1-17
Menu Operation ................................................................................... 1-20
Parameter Setting ................................................................................ 1-22
To Input Filename ................................................................................ 1-24
To Use the Built-in Help ........................................................................ 1-27
To Use the Security Lock ....................................................................... 1-29
To Replace the Fuse ............................................................................. 1-30
Chapter 2 Front Panel Operation........................................................ 2-1
Basic Settings ........................................................................................ 2-2
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FREQ ............................................................................................. 2-2
SPAN ............................................................................................. 2-9
AMPT ............................................................................................ 2-12
Sweep and Function Settings ................................................................. 2-23
BW/Det ......................................................................................... 2-23
Sweep/Trig .................................................................................... 2-28
Trace/P/F ...................................................................................... 2-34
TG ................................................................................................ 2-40
Measurement Settings .......................................................................... 2-45
Meas ............................................................................................ 2-45
Meas Setup ................................................................................... 2-49
Demod ......................................................................................... 2-75
Marker Measurements........................................................................... 2-77
Marker .......................................................................................... 2-77
Marker-> ...................................................................................... 2-84
Marker Fctn ................................................................................... 2-86
Peak ............................................................................................. 2-90
Shortcut Key ........................................................................................ 2-94
Auto ............................................................................................. 2-94
UserKey ........................................................................................ 2-96
Preset ........................................................................................... 2-97
Print ........................................................................................... 2-103
System Settings ................................................................................. 2-104
System ....................................................................................... 2-104
Print Setup .................................................................................. 2-115
Storage ....................................................................................... 2-118
Chapter 3 Remote Control .................................................................. 3-1
Remote Control Overview ....................................................................... 3-2
Remote Control Method ......................................................................... 3-3
User-defined Programming .............................................................. 3-3
To Use PC software ......................................................................... 3-6
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting&Message ................................................. 4-1
Troubleshooting .................................................................................... 4-2
Messages ............................................................................................. 4-4
Information Message ....................................................................... 4-6
Error Message ................................................................................ 4-8
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Status Message ............................................................................. 4-21
Chapter 5 Specifications .................................................................... 5-1
Technical Specifications .......................................................................... 5-2
Frequency ....................................................................................... 5-2
Amplitude ....................................................................................... 5-3
Sweep ............................................................................................ 5-6
Trigger ........................................................................................... 5-7
Tracking Generator (DSA815 Option) ................................................. 5-7
Input/Output ................................................................................... 5-7
General Specifications ............................................................................ 5-9
Chapter 6 Appendix ........................................................................... 6-1
Appendix A: Ordering Infomation ............................................................. 6-1
Appendix B: Warranty ............................................................................. 6-2
Appendix C: Any Comment or Question? .................................................. 6-3
Index ........................................................................................................ 1
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Chapter 1 Quick Start
This chapter introduces the front/rear panel and the user interface, as well as
announcements during first use of the analyzer.
Subjects in this chapter:
General Inspection
Appearance and Dimensions
To Prepare for Use
Front Panel
Rear Panel
User Interface
Menu Operation
Parameter Setting
To Input Filename
To Use the Built-in Help
To Use the Security Lock
To Replace the Fuse
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General Inspection
1. Inspect the shipping container for damage
Keep the damaged shipping container or cushioning material until the
contents of the shipment have been checked for completeness and the
instrument has passed both electrical and mechanical tests.
The consigner or carrier shall be liable for the damage to instrument resulting
from shipment. RIGOL would not be responsible for free
maintenance/rework or replacement of the unit.
2. Inspect the instrument
In case of any damage, or defect, or failure, notify your RIGOL sales
representative.
3. Check the accessories
Please check the accessories according to the packing lists. If the accessories
are incomplete or damaged, please contact your RIGOL sales
representative.
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Appearance and Dimensions
Figure 1-1 Front View Unit: mm
Figure 1-2 Side View Unit: mm
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To unfold the supporting legs
To fold the supporting legs
To Prepare for Use
To Adjust the Supporting Legs
Users can unfold the supporting legs to use them as stands to tilt the instrument
upwards for easier operation and observation. Users can also fold the supporting
legs when the instrument is not in use for easier storage or shipment.
Figure 1-3 To Adjust the Supporting Legs
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CAUTION
Make sure that the instrument is properly grounded to avoid electric
shock.
!
To Connect to Power
Please use the power cord provided with the accessories to connect the spectrum
analyzer to AC power source as shown in the figure below. For the AC voltage and
frequency requirements, refer to “Rear Panel”.
Figure 1-4 Power Cord Connection
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Power-on Inspection
After connecting the instrument to power source correctly, press at the front
panel to start the spectrum analyzer. Following the start-up screen which shows
the start-up initialization process information, the sweep curve is displayed.
Self-calibration
After the instrument starts, execute self-calibration.
Press System Calibrate Cal Now and the instrument will perform
self-calibration using the internal calibration source.
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NO.
Description
NO.
Description
1
LCD
8
Tracking generator output*
2
Menu softkeys/menu control keys
9
Earphone jack
3
Function key area
10
USB Host
4
Knob
11
Power switch
5
Direction keys
12
Help
6
Numeric Keyboard
13
Print
7
RF input
14
Preset
1 2 3
11 10 9 8 7
14
13
12 4 5
6
Front Panel
The front panel of DSA800 is as shown in the figure below.
Figure 1-5 Front Panel
Table 1-1 Front Panel Description
*
Note: This function is an option for DSA815.
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Key
Description
FREQ
Set the center, start and stop frequency; enable the signal
tracking function.
SPAN
Set the frequency span of the sweep.
AMPT
Set the reference level, RF attenuator, scale and the unit of
Y-axis, etc.
Set the reference level offset, maximum mixing level and
input impedence.
Execute auto scale and auto range as well as turn on the RF
preamplifier.
BW/Det
Set the resolution bandwidth (RBW) and video bandwidth
(VBW).
Set the detector and filter types.
Sweep/Trig
Set the sweep and trigger parameters.
Trace/P/F
Set the parameters related to trace.
Configure the Pass/Fail test.
TG
Set the tracking generator*.
Meas
Select and control the measurement function*.
Meas Setup
Set the parameters for the selected measurement function*.
Front Panel Function Keys
Figure 1-6 Function Key Area
Table 1-2 Function keys description
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Demod
Set the demodulation function.
Marker
Read the amplitude, frequency and sweep time of a certain
point on the trace.
Marker—>
Set other system parameters on the basis of the current
marker value.
Marker Fctn
Special functions of the marker such as noise marker, N dB
bandwidth measurement and frequency counter.
Peak
Open the peak search menu and search for peaks
immediately.
System
Set the system parameters.
Print Setup
Set the print parameters.
Storage
Provide file storage and recall functions.
Auto
Search for signals automatically within full frequency range.
User Key
User-defined shortcut key.
Preset
Restore the system to factory settings or user-defined state.
Print or save the current screen.
Help
Turn on the built-in help.
*
Note: This function is an option for DSA815.
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Front Panel Key Backlight
The on/off state and the color of the backlights of some keys at the front panel
indicate the working state of the spectrum analyzer. The states are as listed below.
1. Power Switch
Flash on and off alternatively, in breathing state: indicate the unit is in
stand-by state.
Constant on: indicate the instrument is in normal operating state.
2. TG
3. Auto
4. Meas
*
Note: This function is only applicable to DSA815 installed with the corresponding option.
*
When the TG function is enabled, the backlight of TG turns on and turns off
when the function is disabled.
When Auto is pressed, the backlight turns on. The instrument starts sweeping
within the full frequency range, searches for the signal with the maximum
amplitude and moves it to the center of the screen. Then the backlight turns off.
*
The backlight of Meas turns on when VSWR or any of the advanced
measurements is enabled and stays on until all measurement functions are
disabled.
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CAUTION
For fear of damaging your hearing, please turn the volume down to zero
and gradually turn the volume up after putting on the earphone.
USB Host
Tracking
generator
output
RF input
Earphone jack
Front Panel Connectors
Figure 1-7 Front Panel Connectors
1. USB Host
The analyzer can serve as a “host” device to connect external USB devices.
This interface is available for USB storage devices and the USB-GPIB interface
converter.
USB Storage Device
Read the trace or state file stored in the USB storage device, store the
current instrument state or trace in the USB storage device or store the
contents currently displayed on the screen in the USB storage device in
“.bmp” format.
USB-GPIB Interface Converter
Extend a GPIB interface for the analyzer.
2. Earphone Jack
The analyzer provides AM and FM demodulations. Insert the earphone to the
jack to aquire the audio output of the demodulated signal. You can turn on or
off the earphone output and adjust the volume via Demod Demod
Setup.
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CAUTION
To avoid damage to the tracking generator, the reverse power or voltage
can not exceed 1 W or 50 V DC.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the instrument, for the signal input from the RF
input terminal, the DC voltage component and the maximum continuous
power of the AC (RF) signal component can not exceed 50 V and 20
dBm respectively.
3. GEN OUTPUT 50 Ω
The output of the tracking generator can be connected to a receiver through a
cable with an N male connector. The tracking generator is an option and you
can order it when required.
4. RF INPUT 50Ω
The input terminal of the signal under measurement. [RF INPUT 50Ω] can
be connected to the device under measurement via a cable with an N male
connector.
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To Use the Numeric Keyboard
DSA800 provides a numeric keyboard at the front panel (as shown in the figure
below). The numeric keyboard which supports the Chinese characters, English
uppercase/lowercase characters, numbers and common symbols (including
decimal point, #, space and +/-) are mainly used to edit file or folder name (refer
to “To Input Filename”) and set parameters (refer to “Parameter Setting”).
Figure 1-8 Numeric Keyboard
The numeric keyboard consists of the following parts:
1.
The input mode is fixed at number input during parameter setting. During
parameter setting, press this key to input the symbol (“+” or “-”) of the
figure. When the key is pressed for the first time, the parameter symbol
is “-” and “+” when the key is pressed again.
Press to switch among Chinese, English and number input during
file or folder name editing.
2. Number/Letter
Multiplexing keys for numbers and letters. They are used to directly input
the desired number or letter.
is used to switch between upper and lower cases in English input.
is the multiplexing key for 0 and space. Press this key to input 0 in
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number input and space in Chinese or English input.
3.
Press this key to input a decimal point at the current cursor position in
number input.
Press this key to input “#” in English input.
This key is invalid in Chinese input.
4. Enter
When pressed during parameter editing process, the system will
complete the input and insert a default unit for the parameter
automatically.
While in the process of file name editing, this key is used to input the
character currently selected by the cursor.
5. Esc
During parameter editing process, press this key to clear the inputs in the
active function area and exit parameter input.
While in the process of file name editing, press this key tol delete
characters that have been entered.
Press this key to turn off the display of the active function area when the
main measurement screen is displayed.
Press this key to exit the current test mode in keyboard test.
Press this key to unlock the screen when it is locked.
6. Back
During the process of parameter editing, press this key to delete the
character on the left of the cursor.
While in the process of file name editing, press this key to delete the
character on the left of the cursor.
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5
6
7
8
9
1 2 3
Rear Panel
The rear panel of DSA800 is as shown in the figure below.
Figure 1-9 Rear Panel
1. AC Power Connector
Available AC power supply types: 100 V - 240 V, 45 Hz - 440 Hz.
2. Fuse Seat Lid
Open the fuse lid and replace the fuse. DSA800 supports 250V AC, T2A fuse.
3. Security Lock Hole
If needed, you can use a security lock (buy it yourself) to lock the analyzer to
a desired location.
4. USB Device Interface
The analyzer can serve as a “slave” device to connect external USB devices.
Through this interface, PictBridge printer can be connected to print screen
image or PC can be connected to control DSA800 remotely through
programming or PC software.
5. LAN Interface
Through this interface, the analyzer can be connected to your local network
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for remote control. An integrated testing system can be built quickly, as the
analyzer conforms to LXI-C class instrument standards.
6. TRIGGER IN
In external trigger mode, the connector receives an external trigger signal
through BNC cable.
7. 10MHz OUT
DSA800 can use internal or external reference source.
When internal reference source is used, the [10MHz OUT] connector
can output a 10 MHz clock signal generated by the analyzer. This signal
can be used to synchronize other instruments.
[10MHz OUT] and [10MHz IN] connectors are usually used to build
synchronization among multiple instruments.
8. 10MHz IN
DSA800 can use internal or external reference source.
When a 10 MHz external clock signal is received through the [10MHz IN]
connector, this signal is used as the external reference source and “Ext
Ref” is displayed in the status bar of the user interface. When the external
reference is lost, transfinite or not connected, the instrument swithes to
its internal reference source automatically and “Ext Ref” on the screen
disappears.
[10MHz IN] and [10MHz OUT] connectors are usually used to build
synchronization among multiple instruments.
9. Handle
Users can adjust the handle to the vertical position for easier carrying of the
analyzer.
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