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RSA3000E Series Real-time

Spectrum Analyzer

Aug. 2019

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Safety Requirement

General Safety Summary

Please review the following safety pre cautio ns ca refully before putting the instrument into operation so as to avoid any personal injury or damage to the instrument and any product connected to it. To prevent potential hazards, please follow the instructions specified in this manual to use the instrument properly.

Use Proper Power Cord.

Only the exclusive power cord designed for the instrument and authorized for use within the local country could be used.

Ground the Instrument.

The instrument is grounded th rou gh t he Protective Earth lead of the power cord. To avoid electric shock, connect the earth terminal of the power cord to the Protective Earth terminal before connecting any input or output terminals.

Connect the Probe Correctly.

If a probe is used, the probe ground lead must be connected to earth ground. Do not connect the ground lead to high voltage. Impr oper w a y of conne ction coul d r esult in dangerous voltages being present on the connectors, controls or other surfaces of the oscilloscope and probes, which will cause potential hazards for operators.

Observe All Terminal Ratings.

To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all r atings an d markers on the instrume nt and check your manual for more information about ratings before connecting the instrument.

Use Proper Overvoltage Protection.

Ensure that no over voltage (su ch as that caused by a bolt of lightning) can rea ch the product. Otherwise, the operator might be exposed to the danger of an electric shock.

Do Not Operate Without Covers.

Do not operate the instrument with covers or panels removed.

Do Not Insert Objects Into the Air Outlet.

Do not insert objects into the air outlet, as doing so may cause damage to the instrument.

Use Proper Fuse.

Please use the specified fuses.

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Avoid Circuit or Wire Exposure.

Do not touch exposed junctions and components when the unit is powered on.

Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures.

If you suspect that any damage may occur to the instrument, have it inspected by RIGOL authorized personnel before further operations. Any mainte nance, adjustment or replacement especially to circuits or accessories must be performed by RIGOL authorized personnel.

Provide Adequate Ventilation.

Inadequate ventilation may cause an increase of temperature in the instrument, which would cause damage to the instrument. So please keep the instrument well ventilated and inspect the air outlet and the fan regularly.

Do Not Operate in Wet Conditions.

To avoid short circuit inside the instrument or electric shock, never operate the instrument in a humid environment.

Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.

To avoid personal injuries or damage to the instrument, never operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere.

Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.

T o a void dust or moisture from af fecting the pe rformance of the inst rument, keep th e surfaces of the instrument clean and dry.

Prevent Ele c tr o static Imp a ct.

Operate the instrume nt i n an ele ctr ostatic dischar ge protectiv e e nvi ron ment to a void damage induced by static discharges. Always ground both the internal and external conductors of cables to relea s e sta t i c befo re making connections.

Use the Battery Properly.

Do not expose the battery (if available) to high temperature or fire. Keep it out of the reach of children. Improper change of a battery (lithium battery) may cause an explosion. Use the RIGOL specified battery only.

Handle with Caution.

Please handle with care during transportation to avoid damage to keys, knobs, interfaces, and other parts on the panels.

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WARNING

avoided, will result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION

avoided, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data.

DANGER

It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could result in injury or hazard immediately.

WARNING

It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could result in potential injury or hazard.

CAUTION

It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could product.

Hazardous

Voltage

Safety Warning

Protective Earth

Terminal

Chassis Ground

Test Ground

Safety Notices and Symbols

Safety Notic e s in this Manua l:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not

Safety Terms on the Product:

result in damage to the product or other devices connected to the

Safety Symbols on the Product:

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CAUTION

WARNING

supply.

Care and Cleaning

Care

Do not store or leave the instrument where it may be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time.

Cleaning

Clean the instrument regularly according to its operating conditions.

1. Disconnect the instrument from all power sources.

2. Clean the external surfaces of the instrument with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent or water. A void having an y water or other obje cts into the chassis via the heat dissipation hole. When cleaning the LCD, take care to av oid scarifying it.

To avoid damage to the instrument, do not expose it to caustic liquids.

To avoid short-circuit resulting fr om moisture or personal injuries, ensure that the instrument is completely dry before connecting it to the power

Environmental Consideratio ns

The following symbol indicates that this product complies with the WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC.

Product End-of-Life Handling

The equipment may contain substances that could b e harmf ul t o the en vi ronment or human health. To avoid the release of such substances into the environment and avoid harm to human health, we recommend you to recycle this product appropriately to ensure that most materials are reused or recycled properly. Please contact your local authorities for disposal or recycling information.

You can click on the following link

http://www.rigol.com/Files/RIGOL_RoHS2.0&WEEE.pdf to download the latest

version of the RoHS&WEEE certification file.

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RSA3000E Series Overview

RSA3000E series is a new generation of cost-efficient real-time spectrum analyzer with high performance. With superb performance specifications and the clear user interface, the RSA3000E series allows you to operate it through various ways, such as pressing keys on the front panel, using the touch screen, connecting the mouse and the keyboard. Remote communic a ti o n interfaces are also available. The instrument can be widely used in education science, corporate R&D, industrial production, and other fields.

Main Features:

 Ultra-Real technology  Frequency: up to 3 GHz  Displayed average noise level (DANL): <-161 dBm (typical)  Phase noise: <-102 dBc/Hz (typical)  Level measurement uncertainty: <1.0 dB  3 GHz tracking generator  Min. RBW 1 Hz  EMI measurement application software (option)  Various advanced measurement functions  Multiple measurement modes  Up to 10 MHz real-time analysis bandwidth  Multiple trigger modes and trigger masks  Density, Spectrogram, and oth e r display modes  PC software options  10.1'' capacitive multi-touch screen; supporting touch gestures  USB, LAN, HDMI and other communication and display interfaces

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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 Functions of the Front Panel o f GPSA

This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the GPSA's front panel keys and the associated menu keys.

Chapter 3 Functions of the Front Panel of RTSA

This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the RTSA's front panel key s .

Chapter 4 Functions of the Front Panel of EMI

This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the EMI's front panel keys.

Chapter 5 Functions of the Front Panel of VSA

This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the VSA's front panel keys.

Chapter 6 Remote Control

This chapter shows how to control the analyzer in remote mode.

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

This chapter lists the troubleshooting information and messages that may appear during the use of the analyzer.

Chapter 8 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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Model

Frequency Range

Tracking Generator

RSA3030E

9 kHz to 3 GHz

None

RSA3015E

9 kHz to 1.5 GHz

None

RSA3030E-TG

9 kHz to 3 GHz

3 GHz

RSA3015E-TG

9 kHz to 1.5 GHz

1.5 GHz

Format Conventions in this Manual:

1. Keys:

The keys on the front panel are usually denoted by the format of "Key Name (Bold) + Text Box". For example, FREQ denotes the FREQ key.

2. Menu Keys:

The menu softkeys are usually denoted by the format of "Menu Word (Bold) + Character Shading". For example, Center Freq denotes the center frequency menu item under the FREQ function key.

3. Connectors:

The connectors on the front or rear panel are usually denoted by the format of "Connector Name (Bol d) + Squ are Br ackets (Bold)". For example , [Gen Output 50Ω].

4. Operation Procedures:

"" represents the next step of operation. F or example, FREQ  Center Freq indicates pressing FREQ on the front panel and the n p ressing t he menu s oftkey

Center Freq.

Content Conventions in this Manual:

The RSA3000E series spectrum analyzer includes the following models. This manual takes RSA3030E-TG as an example.

User Manuals of this Product: Quick Guide, User 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 Not ices and Symbol s ...................................................................... IV

Care and Cleaning .................................................................................... V

Environmental Considerations .................................................................... V

RSA3000E Series Overview .................................................................... VI

Document Overview .............................................................................. VII

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 AC Pow e r .................................................................. 1-5

Turn-on Checkout ........................................................................... 1-5

Self-calibration ................................................................................ 1-5

To Set the System Language ............................................................ 1-6

Front Panel ........................................................................................... 1-7

Function Keys on the Front Pane l ..................................................... 1-8

Utility Function Keys on the Front Panel ........................................... 1-10

Front Panel Key Backlight ............................................................... 1-11

Front Panel Connector .................................................................... 1-12

To Use the Numeric Keypad ............................................................ 1-14

Rear Panel ........................................................................................... 1-16

User Interface ...................................................................................... 1-18

GPSA Mode User Interface .............................................................. 1-18

RTSA Mode User Interface .............................................................. 1-20

EMI Mode User Int erface ................................................................ 1-23

VSA Mode User Interface ................................................................ 1-26

Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule ........................................ 1-28

Mouse Operation Rule .................................................................... 1-28

Keyboard Operation Rule ................................................................ 1-28

Touch Screen Operation Rule .......................................................... 1-29

Menu Operation ................................................................................... 1-31

Parameter Setting................................................................................. 1-33

To Use the Built-in Help System ............................................................. 1-35

Fuse Replacement ................................................................................ 1-36

Mode Setting ....................................................................................... 1-37

Mode ............................................................................................ 1-37

Mode Setup ................................................................................... 1-38

Install the Option ................................................................................. 1-40

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Chapter 2 Functions of the Front Panel of GPSA ................................ 2-1

Basic Settings ........................................................................................ 2-2

FREQ .............................................................................................. 2-2

SPAN .............................................................................................. 2-8

AMPT ............................................................................................. 2-9

Sweep and Function Settings................................................................. 2-14

BW ............................................................................................... 2-14

Sweep .......................................................................................... 2-18

Trigger ......................................................................................... 2-22

Trace ............................................................................................ 2-27

Tracking Generator ........................................................................ 2-33

Measurement Settings .......................................................................... 2-36

Meas ............................................................................................ 2-36

Meas Setup ................................................................................... 2-39

Marker Measu re ment ............................................................................ 2-67

Marker .......................................................................................... 2-67

Marker To ..................................................................................... 2-74

Marker Functi on ............................................................................ 2-76

Peak ............................................................................................. 2-80

Input/Output ....................................................................................... 2-86

Input Impe da nce ........................................................................... 2-86

Ext Gain ....................................................................................... 2-86

Ext Trigger2 .................................................................................. 2-86

Corrections ................................................................................... 2-87

Demod ......................................................................................... 2-88

Demod Setup ................................................................................ 2-88

Shortcut Key ........................................................................................ 2-89

Auto Tune ..................................................................................... 2-89

Preset........................................................................................... 2-92

User ............................................................................................. 2-96

Quick Save .................................................................................... 2-96

Cont ............................................................................................. 2-96

Single ........................................................................................... 2-96

System Fu nction .................................................................................... 2-1

System ........................................................................................... 2-1

File................................................................................................. 2-9

Recall ........................................................................................... 2-13

Save ............................................................................................. 2-15

Chapter 3 Functions of the Front Panel of RTSA ................................. 3-1

Basic Settings ........................................................................................ 3-2

FREQ .............................................................................................. 3-2

SPAN .............................................................................................. 3-2

AMPT ............................................................................................. 3-5

Sweep and Function Settings................................................................... 3-6

BW ................................................................................................. 3-6

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Sweep ........................................................................................... 3-8

Trigger .......................................................................................... 3-10

Trace ............................................................................................ 3-16

Measurement Settings .......................................................................... 3-18

Meas ............................................................................................ 3-18

Meas Setup ................................................................................... 3-26

Marker Setup ....................................................................................... 3-33

Marker .......................................................................................... 3-33

Marker To...................................................................................... 3-33

Marker Functi on ............................................................................. 3-33

Peak ............................................................................................. 3-33

Input/Output ....................................................................................... 3-34

Input Impe da nce ........................................................................... 3-34

Ext Gain ........................................................................................ 3-34

Ext Trigger2 .................................................................................. 3-34

Shortcut Key ........................................................................................ 3-35

Auto Tune ..................................................................................... 3-35

Preset ........................................................................................... 3-35

User ............................................................................................. 3-38

Quick Save .................................................................................... 3-39

Cont ............................................................................................. 3-39

Single ........................................................................................... 3-39

System Fu nction .................................................................................... 3-1

System .......................................................................................... 3-1

File ................................................................................................ 3-9

Recall ........................................................................................... 3-13

Save ............................................................................................. 3-15

Chapter 4 Functions of the Front Panel of EMI ................................... 4-1

Basic Settings ....................................................................................... 4-2

FREQ ............................................................................................. 4-2

SPAN ............................................................................................. 4-5

AMPT ............................................................................................. 4-6

Sweep and Function Setting s .................................................................. 4-9

BW ................................................................................................ 4-9

Sweep .......................................................................................... 4-11

Trigger .......................................................................................... 4-13

Trace ............................................................................................ 4-16

Measurement Settings .......................................................................... 4-19

Meas ............................................................................................ 4-19

Meas Setup ................................................................................... 4-19

Marker Measurement ............................................................................ 4-30

Marker .......................................................................................... 4-30

Marker-> ...................................................................................... 4-34

Marker Func .................................................................................. 4-35

Peak ............................................................................................. 4-37

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Input/Output ....................................................................................... 4-40

Input Impe da nce ........................................................................... 4-40

Ext Gain ....................................................................................... 4-40

Ext Trigger2 .................................................................................. 4-40

Corrections ................................................................................... 4-41

Shortcut Key ........................................................................................ 4-43

Auto Tune ..................................................................................... 4-43

Preset........................................................................................... 4-43

User ............................................................................................. 4-46

Quick Save .................................................................................... 4-46

Cont ............................................................................................. 4-46

Single ........................................................................................... 4-46

System Fu nction .................................................................................. 4-47

System ......................................................................................... 4-47

File............................................................................................... 4-56

Recall ........................................................................................... 4-60

Save ............................................................................................. 4-63

Chapter 5 Functions of the Front Panel of VSA ................................... 5-1

Basic Settings ........................................................................................ 5-2

FREQ .............................................................................................. 5-2

SPAN .............................................................................................. 5-5

AMPT ............................................................................................. 5-8

Sweep and Function Setting s................................................................. 5-10

BW ............................................................................................... 5-10

Sweep .......................................................................................... 5-12

Trigger ......................................................................................... 5-13

Trace ............................................................................................ 5-22

Measurement Settings .......................................................................... 5-26

Meas ............................................................................................ 5-26

Meas Setup ................................................................................... 5-27

Marker Measu re ment ............................................................................ 5-35

Marker .......................................................................................... 5-35

Marker-> ...................................................................................... 5-40

Marker Func .................................................................................. 5-42

Peak ............................................................................................. 5-43

Input/Output ....................................................................................... 5-44

Input Z ......................................................................................... 5-44

Ext Gain ....................................................................................... 5-44

Ext Trigger 2 ................................................................................. 5-44

Shortcut Key ........................................................................................ 5-45

Auto Tune ..................................................................................... 5-45

Preset........................................................................................... 5-45

User ............................................................................................. 5-47

Quick Save .................................................................................... 5-47

Cont ............................................................................................. 5-48

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Single ........................................................................................... 5-48

System Fu nction ................................................................................... 5-49

System ......................................................................................... 5-49

File ............................................................................................... 5-56

Recall ........................................................................................... 5-60

Save ............................................................................................. 5-61

Chapter 6 Remote Control .................................................................. 6-1

Remote Control Overview ....................................................................... 6-2

Remote Control via USB ......................................................................... 6-3

Remote Control via LAN ......................................................................... 6-4

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ................................................................. 7-1

Chapter 8 Appendix ............................................................................ 8-1

Appendix A: RSA3000E Accessories and Option List .................................. 8-1

Append i x B: Warranty ............................................................................ 8-2

Index ....................................................................................................... 1

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Chapter 1 Quick Start

This chapter gives you a quick review about the appearance and dimensions of the RSA3000E series, its front and rear panel, user interface, as well as announcements during first use of the analyzer.

Contents in this chapter:

 General Inspection  Appearance and Dimensions  To Prepare for Use  Front Panel  Rear Panel  User Interface  Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule  Menu Operation  Parameter Setting  To Use the Built-in Help System  Fuse Replacement  Mode Setting

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General Inspection

1． Inspect the packaging

If the packa gi ng has be en da m age d, do n ot dis po se t he da m age d pac ka gin g o r cushioning materials until the shipment has been check ed for completeness an d has passed both electrical and mechanical tests.

The consigner or carrier shall be liable for the d amage to the instrument resulting from shipment. RIGOL would not be responsible for free maintenance/rework or replacement of the instrument.

2． Inspect the instrument

In case of any mechanical d amage, missing parts, or failure in passing the electrical and mechanical tests, contact your RIGOL sales representative.

3． Check the accessories

Please check the accessories according to the packing lists. If the ac cessories are damaged or i n complete, please contact your RIGOL sales representative.

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Appearance and Dimensions

Figure 1-1 Front View Unit: mm

Figure 1-2 Vertical View Unit: mm

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To unfold the

To fold the

To Prepare for Use

To Adjust the Supporting Legs

You c an unfold the supporting legs to use them as stands to tilt the instrument upwards for easier operation and observation. You can also fold the supporting legs for easier storage or shipment when the instrument is not in use.

supporting legs

Figure 1-3 To Adjust the Supporting Legs

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CAUTION

To Connect to AC Power

Please use the power cor d provided in the accessories to connect the spectrum analyzer to the AC power sou rce. The AC powe r supply specification of this spectrum analyzer is 100-240 V, 45-440 Hz. The power consumption of the instru ment cannot exceed 95 W. When the spectrum analyzer is connected to the AC power source via the power cord, the instrument automatically adapts to the voltage range, and you do not need to select the voltage range manually .

To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is correctly grounded.

Turn-on Checkout

After connecting the instrument to the power source properly, press the Power key

on the front panel to start the spectrum analyzer. Then, you will see an initial splash screen. 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  Alignment  Align Now, and then the instrument will perform self-calibration with the internal calibration source.

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To Set the System Language

RSA3000E series spectrum analyzer supports multiple system languages. You can press System  Language to switch the system language.

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No.

Description

No.

Description

LCD

Numer ic keypad

Menu softkeys

Tracking generator output

[1]

Back to previous menu item

Utility function key area

Function key area

Page up/down key

Help key

Speaker

Knob

Earphone jack

Arrow keys

USB HOST

RF input

Power key

1 2 3

16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8

Front Panel

The front panel of RSA3000E is shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-4 Front Panel

Table 1-1 Front P anel Description

[1]

Note

: This function is only available for RSA3030E-TG/RSA3015E-TG.

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Function Key

Description

and stop frequency; enables the signal tracking function.

trace via marker.

immediately.

value.

marker, N dB bandwidth measurement, and fr equency counter.

Function Keys on the Fron t Panel

Figure 1-5 Function Keys

Table 1-2 Descriptions of Function Keys on the Front Panel

Sets the parameters such as center frequency, start frequency,

Sets the frequency span of the sweep. Sets the parameters such as reference level, RF attenuator,

scale, and Y-axis unit. Enables preamp. Sets the parameters such as resolution bandwidth (RBW ) and

video bandwi dt h (VBW). Sets the parameters suc h as input impedance, external gain,

and External Trigger 2. Selects the RF calibration signal. Reads the amplitude and frequency of a certain point on the

Opens the peak search menu and searches for peaks

Sets the parameters related to trace.

Sets the parameters related to the tracking generator

[1]

Sets other system parameters based on the current marker

Indicates the special functions of the marker, such as noise

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Tip:

keypad.

Sets the sweep parameters.

Sets the sweep/measurement mode to be continuous.

Sets the sweep/measurement mode to be single.

Sets the trigger source and its related parameters.

Selects the working mode of the spectrum analyzer.

Sets the parameters for the selected working mode.

Note Note

Selects and controls the measurement function

Sets the parameters

[2]

for the selected measurement function.

[2]

Searches for signals automatically within full frequency range.

Restores the system to factory settings or user-defined state.

Sets the system parameters.

Recalls the files.

Manages the files.

Saves the files.

User-defined shortcut key.

Provides quick save f unction.

[1]

: This function is only available for RSA3030E-TG/RSA3015E-TG.

[2]

: This function is only ava ila b le for the instrument installed with RSA3000E-AMK.

Click the function keypa d icon at the right corner of the LCD or finger-touch it, and then the function keypad that corresponds to the specified keys on the front panel appears. At this time, you can operate the instrument with the function

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Utility Function Keys on the Front Panel

Table 1-3 Descriptions of Utility Function Keys on the Front Panel

Locks all the keys (exc ept the Power key) on the fr ont panel.

Locks the touch screen of the instrument. In the multi-window display mode, press this key to select the

specif ied window to zoom it in or out. In the multi-window display mode, press this key to switch the

window.

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Front Panel Key Backlight

The on/off state and the color of the backlights of some keys on the front panel indicate the working state of the spectrum analyzer. The states are listed below.

1. Power Key

 Flash on and off alternativ ely, in breathing state: indicates that the unit is i n

stand-by state.

 Constant on: indicates that the instrument is in normal operating state.

2. Auto Tune

When you press the Auto Tune key, it is illuminated. The instrument starts sweeping within the full frequency range, searches for the sig nal with the maximum amplitude and moves it to the center of the screen. After the sweep is completed, the backlight turns off.

3. Tracking Generator

When the tracking generator function is enabled, the TG key is illuminated; when disabled, the backlight of the TG key is off.

4. Single

When the Single key is illuminated, it indic ates that the sweep/measurement mode is single.

5. Keypad Locking Key

When the backlight is on, it indicates that all the k eys (except the Power ke y) on the front panel is locked . Press the key a gain to unlock the f ront panel ke ys, and then the backlight of the key is off.

6. Touch Screen Locking Key

When the backlight is on, it indicates that the touc h screen of the instrument is locked. Press the key again to unlock the touch screen, and then the backlight is off.

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USB HOST

Earphone Jack

TG Output

RF Input

Front Panel Connector

Figure 1-6 Front Panel Connector

1. USB HOST

The analyzer can serve as a "master" device to connect to the external USB device. The USB storage device, mouse, and keyboard can be connected to the instrument via the interface.  USB Storage Device

Reads the state file, trace+state file, measurement data file, limit line f ile, and FMT file (in RTSA mode) from the USB storage device; or stores the current instrument state, tra ce, measu rement data, limit line , or FMT to the USB storage device; or stores the contents currently displayed on the screen to the USB storage device in ".jpg", ".bmp", or ".png" format.

 Mouse

After the mouse is properly connected to the instrument, you can use it to click on the screen to perform pa rameter setting and function configuration. For detail s , refer to descriptions in "Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule".

 Keyboard

After the keyboard i s prop erly connected t o the instr ument, you can use t he shortcut keys on the keypad to perform the same function as what you do with the front panel keys. For details, refer to descriptions in "Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule".

2. Earphone Jack

Insert the earphone to the jac k to acquire the audio output of the demodulated signal.

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CAUTION

To avoid damaging your hearing, please t urn the volume dow n putting on the earphone.

CAUTION

cannot exceed +10 dBm when the frequency is lower than 10

should not exceed 50 V.

CAUTION

DC voltage c ompone nt and t he maxi mum con tinuou s powe r of dBm to avoid damaging the instrument.

to zero first and then gradually turn the volume up after

3. Gen Output 50Ω

The output of the tracking generator can be connected to a receiver through a cable with an N male co nnector. This function is only available for RSA3030E-TG/RSA3015E-TG.

To avoid damage to the tracking generator, the reverse power MHz; the reverse power cannot exceed +20 dBm when the

frequency is greater than 10 MHz. The reverse DC voltage

4. RF Input 50Ω

The input terminal of the signal u nde r tes t. [RF Input 50Ω] can be connected to the device under test (DUT) via a cable with an N male connector.

For the signal inp ut to the RF input terminal, ensure that the the AC (RF) signal component do not exceed 50 V and +30

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To Use the Numeric Keypad

The numeric keypad is available on the front panel of RSA3000E, as s hown in the figure below. The numeric keypad supports the Chinese characters, English uppercase/lowercase letters, numbers, and common symbols (including decimal point, space, and +/- signs), which are mainly used to edit the file/folder name and set parameters (refer to "Parameter Setting").

Figure 1-7 Numeric Keypad

The numeric keypad consists of the following parts:

1. Number/Letter

 Multiplexing keys for numbers and letters. They are used to dir ectly input

the desired number or letter.



uppercase and lowercase letter in English input. This key is invalid in Chinese input.



number input and space in Chinese or English input.

 Press this key to inp ut a decimal point at the current cursor position in

number input.

 This key is invalid in Chinese or English input.

: press this key to input 1 in number input; to switch between

is the multiplexing key for 0 and space. Press this key to inp ut 0 in

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 The number input mode is , by default , selected f or para meter setting . Press

this key to input the symbol ("+" or "-"). Whe n you pre s s the key for the fi r s t tim e, the parameter symbol "-" is displayed, and when you press it again, "+" is displayed.

 When you input a file or folder name, press this key repeatedly to switch

among the Chinese input, Eng lish input, and number input.

 When editing the parameter, press this key to exit parameter input.  When you edit the filename with the on-screen keyboard, pres s th is key to

hide the on-screen keyboard.

 In multi-touch test, single-touch test, and keyboard test state, pre ss this

key to exit the current test state.

 When the instrument is in rem ote mode, press this k ey to return to the local

mode.

 When editing the parameter, press this key to delete the character to the

left of the cursor.

 When editing the file name, press this key to delete the character to the left

of the cursor.

During parameter editing, pressing this key will complete the input and insert a default unit for the parameter.

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Rear Panel

The rear panel of RSA3000E is shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-8 Rear Panel

1. AC Power Cord Connector

The AC power supply sp ecification of RSA3000E is: 100-240 V; 45-440 Hz.

2. Fuse Holder

You can replace the fuse. The fuse r ating supported by the inst rument is AC 25 0 V, T3.15 A.

3. OCXO (Option)

OCXO (Oven Cont rolled Crystal Oscillat or) c an p rovid e a hi ghly sta ble frequen cy reference over tem peratu re v ariations. F or order information of the option, ref er to the datasheet manual. Note: A 40-minute warm-up is required for OCXO to reach its nominal frequency.

4. Handle

You can rotate the handle upright and make the portable instrument easy to carry.

5. 10MHz IN

RSA3000E can use the internal or external reference source.  When a 10 MHz external clock signal is received at the [10 MHz IN]

connector, this signal is used as the external ref erence source. At this time, the status bar of the user interface displays "Ext". When the external

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reference is lost, transfinite, or not connected, the instrument switches to the internal reference aut omatically . At this time, the icon "Ext" in the status bar of the user interfac e disappears.

 The [10MHz IN] and [10MHz OUT] connectors are usually used to

realize synchronization among multiple instruments.

Note: When you input or d isconnect an external clock signal for the first time, the network will be reconfigured.

6. 10MHz OUT

RSA3000E can use the internal or external reference source.  When the internal reference source is used, the [10MHz OUT] connector

can output a 10 MHz clock signal generated by the a nalyzer. This signal can be used to synchronize other instruments.

 The [10MHz OUT] and [10MHz IN] connectors are usually used to

realize synchronization among multiple instruments.

7. TRIGGER IN / OU T

Indicates the input and output terminal of Ext Trigger2. You can press Input Output  Ext Trigger2 to set it to be the external trigger input interface; or use it to synchronize the trigger output interfaces of other test devices.

8. TRIGGER IN

Indicates the input t erminal of Ext Trigger1. The Ext T rigger1 signal is sent t o the spectrum analyzer through a BNC cable.

9. LAN

Through this interface, the analyzer can be connected to your loc al network for remote control. An i ntegrated test ing system can be built quickly , as the analyzer conforms to LXI Core 2011 Device instrument standards.

10. USB DEVICE

The analyzer can serve as a "slave" device to connect to the e xternal USB device. The analyzer can be connec ted to the PC through this interface. Then, the RSA3000E series spectrum analyzer can be controlled remotely through programm i ng or the PC software.

11. USB HOST

The analyzer can serve as a "master" device to connect to the external USB device. The USB storage device, the keyboard, and the mouse can be connected to the instrument via the interface.

12. HDMI

The interface is used to connect to the display, enabling you to clearly observe the signal under test and its characteristics.

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No.

Name

Description

Reference level

Displays the reference level value.

Measurement result

Displays the current measurement results for the results display frequency/span v alue) .

RIGOL

Indicates th e company logo.

4 System status

Rmt: indicates remote operation. Uncal: indicates that the measurement has not be

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13. IF OUT

Indicates the intermediate frequency signal in the output RF component. Its center frequency is 430 MHz .

User Interface

GPSA Mode User Interface

The user interface of GPSA mode is shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-9 User Interface (GP SA Mod e )

Table 1-4 User Interface Icons

marker (when n o ma rker exists, the measurement

Ext: indicates the external reference.

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calibrated.

been enabled.

Trace indica t or

[1]

Displays information abo ut the trace and the detector.

Information setting

: indicates messages, such as the prompt

has been inserted.

Measurement bar

Displays measurement settings.

Measurement function

Displays the currently selected measurement function.

Worki ng mode

Displays the currently selected working mode.

Clicks the keypad to d isplay the function keypad interface.

Active function area

Displays the current parameter and its value.

Time

Displays the system time.

Menu title

Displays the currently selected menu name.

Menu item

Displays the menu item of the current function.

Shows the current page and the total number of pages for the menu.

Sweep time and points

Indicates the sweep time and the number of sweep points in swept mode.

The frequency range of the current sweep channel

frequency and stop frequency.

Trigger level

Indicates video trigger level.

Indicates the readout reference and the threshold criteria for the peak

VBW

Indicates video bandwidth.

Spectrum line displ ay area

PA on: indicates that the preamp has been enabled. TG on: indicates that the tracking generator has

messages, alarm messages, and error messages.

: indicates the speaker. You can tune it up and down to increase and decrease the speaker volume, or set it to mute

: indicates the network settings. You can

configure network parameters.

: unlocks the front panel keys; : locks the

front panel keys.

: unlocks the touch screen; : locks the touch

screen.

: indicates that no USB storage device is

inserted;

: indicates that a USB storage device

Function keypad

Menu page

Span or stop frequency

can be expressed by the combination of center frequency and span or the combination of start

Display line

Indicates the display area for the spec trum line.

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RBW

Indicates the resolution bandwidth.

The frequency range of the current sweep channel

frequency and stop frequency.

Y scale

Indicates the scale indication in the Y axis.

Trace Number

Trace Type

Detector Type

Center or start frequency

[1]

Note

: The display of the trace indicator is shown in the following figure:

 The first line displays the trace number. The color of the number is the same as that of

the trace.

 The second line displays the trace type, including W (Clear/Write), A (Average), M

(Maximum Hold), and m (Minimum Hold). The letters with different colors and in different forms show different meanings.

— The letter in blue indicates that the trace is updating. — The letter in gray indicates that the trace is not updated. — The letter with strikethrough and in gray color indicates that the trace will neither

be updated nor displayed.

— The letter with strikethrough and in blue color indicates that the trace is updating

but not displayed. It is useful in trace math operation.

 The third line displays the detector type of each trace, including N (Normal), V (Voltage

Average ), P (Positive Pe ak), p (Negative Pea k), S (Sample), R (RMS Aver age), Q (Quasi Peak, option), and A (Average). If it shows "f", it indicates that it is math operation trace. The letter in blue in the third line (detector type) indicates that the detector is in auto state; the letter in white indicates that it is in manual state.

can be expressed by the combination of center frequency and span or the combination of start

RTSA Mode User Interface

The user interface of RTSA mode is shown in the following figure.

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No.

Name

Description

Reference level

Displays the reference level value.

Measurement result

Displays the current measurement results for the marker (when n o ma rker exists, the measurement results display frequency/span v alue) .

RIGOL

Indicates th e company logo.

4 System status

Rmt: indicates remote operation.

enabled.

Trace indica t or

[1]

Displays information abo ut the trace and the detector.

Information setting

: indicates messages, such as the prompt

configure network parameters.

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13 14

16 15

Figure 1-10 User Interface (RTSA Mode)

Table 1-5 User Interface Icons

Ext: indicates the external reference. Uncal: indicates that the measurement has not be calibrated. PA on: indicates that the preamp has been

messages, alarm messages, and error messages.

: indicates the speaker. You can tune it up and down to increase and decrease the speaker volume, or set it to mute

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has been inserted.

Measurement bar

Displays measurement settings.

Measurement function

Displays the currently selected measurement function.

Worki ng mode

Displays the currently selected working mode.

Clicks the keypad to d isplay the function keypad interface.

Active function area

Displays the current parameter and its value.

Time

Displays the system time.

Menu title

Displays the currently selected menu name.

Menu item

Displays the menu item of the current function.

Shows the current page and the total number of pages for the menu.

Spectrum display area

Trace Number

Trace Type

Detector Type

: unlocks the front panel keys; : locks the

front panel keys.

: unlocks the touch screen; : locks the touch

screen.

: indicates that no USB storage devic e is

inserted;

: indicates that a USB storage device

Function keypad

Menu page

Indicates the display area for the sp ectrum.

[1]

Note

: The display of the trace indicator is shown in the following figure:

 The first line displays the trace number. The color of the number is the same as that of

the trace.

 The second line displays the trace type, including W (Clear/Write), A (Average), M

(Maximum Hold), and m (Minimum Hold). The letters with different colors and in different forms show different meanings.

be updated nor displayed.

— The letter with strikethrough and in blue color indicat es t hat the trace is updating

but not displayed. It is useful in trace math operation.

 The third line displays the detector type of each trace, including P (Positive Peak), p

(Negative Peak), S (Sample), and A (Average). If it shows "f", it indicates that it is math operation trace. The letter in blue in the third line (detector type) indicates that the detector is in auto state; the letter in white indicates that it is in manual state.

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No.

Name

Description

Marker

Displays the current measurement results f or the

Span).

RIGOL

Company logo.

System status

Rmt: indicates remote operation.

CISPR: indicates that the EMC standard.

Trace indica t or

[1]

Displays information abo ut the trace and the detector.

Information setting

: indicates the speaker. You can tune it up and

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EMI Mode User Interface

The user interface of EMI mode is shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-11 User Interface (EMI Mode)

Table 1-6 User Interface Icons

measurement result

marker (when n o ma rker exists, the measurement results display Frequency( Meter), Mids pan Freq, and

Ext: indicates the external reference. Uncal: indicates that the m easurement has not be calibrated. PA on: indicates that the preamp has been enabled.

: indicates messages, such as the prompt

messages, alarm messages, and error messages.

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down to increase and decrease the speaker volume,

inserted.

Measurement bar

Displays measurement settings.

Measurement function

Displays the currently selected measurement function.

Worki ng mode

Displays the currently selected working mode.

Function keypad icon

Clicks/Touches the icon to display the function keypad interface.

Time

Displays the system time.

Menu title

Displays the currently selected menu name.

Menu item

Displays the menu item of the current function.

Menu page number

Displays the current page and the total number of pages.

Meter mode

: indicates continue; : indicates single.

Meter display area

Displays the histogram of the meter and its parameter informati o n.

Trace display ar ea

Displays the scanned spectral trace and the setting information after the pre-scan is performed.

Signal table display area

Displays the searched sig nal, which corre sp ond to the marks in the trace.

Trace Number

Trace Type

Detector Type

or set it to mute .

: indicates the network settings. You can

configure netwo rk parameters .

: unlocks the front panel keys; : locks the

front panel keys.

: unlocks the touch screen; : locks th e t ouch

screen.

: indicates that no USB sto ra ge device is inserted;

: indicates that a USB storage device has been

measurement

[1]:

Note

The display of the trace indicator is shown in the following figure:

 The first line displays the trace number. The color of the number is the same as that of

the trace. EMI mode only supports 3 traces.

 The second line displays the trace type, including W (Clear/Write), A (T race Average), M

(Maximum Hold), and m (Minimum Hold). The letters with different colors and in different forms show different meanings:

be updated nor displayed.

— The letter with strikethroug h and i n blue color indica tes that the trace is updating

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but not displayed. It is useful in trace math operation.

 The third line displays the detector type of each trace, including P (Positive Peak), p

(Negative Peak), C (CISPR Av erage), R (RMS A verag e), Q (Quasi Pea k), and V (V oltage Average). The letter in blue in the third line (detector type) indicates that the detector is in auto state; the letter in white indicates that it is in manual state.

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No.

Name

Description

Measurement

Displays center frequency and analysis bandwidth. measurement results for the marker is displayed.)

RIGOL

Company logo.

System status

Rmt: indicates remote operation.

PA on: indicates that the preamp has been enabled.

Trace indica t or

[1]

Displays information abo ut the trace and the RT trace detector.

Information setting

: indicates messages, such as the prompt

down to increase and decrease the speaker volume,

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11 12

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VSA Mode User Interface

The user interface of V SA mode is shown in the following figure.

Figure 1-12 User Interface (VSA Mode)

Table 1-7 User Interface Icons

result

(when the marker is present, the current

Ext: indicates the external reference. Uncal: indicates that the m easurement has not be calibrated.

messages, alarm messages, and error messages.

: indicates the speaker. You can tune it up and

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: indicates that no USB stor a ge de vice is inse rted ;

inserted.

Measurement bar

Displays measurement settings.

Measurement function

Displays the currently selected measurement function.

Worki ng mode

Displays the currently selected working mode.

Function keypad icon

Clicks/Touches the icon to display the function keypad interface.

Time

Displays the system time.

Menu title

Displays the currently selected menu name.

Menu item

Displays the menu item of the current function.

Menu page number

Displays the current page and the total number of pages.

Trace4 window

Displ ays the wavefor ms or data of Trace4.

Active function area

Trace3 window

Displ ays the wavefor ms or data of Trace3.

Trace2 window

Displ ays the wavefor ms or data of Trace2.

Trace1 window

Displ ays the wavefor ms or data of Trace1.

Trace Number

Trace Type

Detector Type

or set it to mute .

: indicates the network settings. You can

configure network parameters.

: unlocks the front panel keys; : locks the

front panel keys.

: unlocks the touch screen; : locks the touch

screen.

: indicates that a USB storage device has been

Displays the current parameter and its value.

[1]

Note

: The display of the trace indicator is shown in the following figure:

 The first line displays the trace number. The color of the number is the same as that of

the trace. VSA mode only supports 4 traces.

 The second line displays the corresponding trace type. VSA mode is invalid.  The third line displays the RT trace detector type of each trace. VSA mode is invalid.

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Front Panel Key

Keyboard Shortcut Key

[1]

Mode

Alt + o

Mode Setup

[2]

Shift + o

Meas

Alt + e

Meas Setup

[2]

Shift + e

Auto Tune

Ctrl + Alt + a

Preset

Ctrl + Alt + p

FREQ

[2]

Shift + f

SPAN

[2]

Shift + s

AMPT

[2]

Shift + a

[2]

Shift + b

Trace

[2]

Shift + t

Sweep

[2]

Shift + w

Input Output

[2]

Shift + i

[2]

Shift + g

Cont

F11

Marker

[2]

Shift + m

Marker ->

[2]

Shift + k

Single

F12

Peak

[2]

Shift + p

Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule

Mouse Operation Rule

Connect the mouse (note that only the left-click operation is supported; the scroll and right-click operations with the mouse are not supported) to the spectrum analyzer via the USB HOST interface to perform the following operations:

1. Click to select the menu and window.

2. Press and hold the left mo use button t o drag the data dis played on the g raticul e or move the slide ba r.

3. Double-click the d ata displayed on the graticule and then the data will be appeared at the right-corner.

4. Under the Marker function, you can only use the mouse to move a marker, but unable to add a marker with the mouse.

Keyboard Operation Rule

Connect the keyboard to the spectrum analyzer via the USB HOST interface, and then use the shortcut keys on the keyboard to perform the same function as what you do with the fr ont panel keys.

Table 1-8 Matching Relations between the Front Panel Keys and the Keyboard Shortcut Keys

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Marker Func

[2]

Shift + u

Trigger

[2]

Shift + r

System

[2]

Shift + y

File

Ctrl + f

User

Ctrl + u

Recall

Ctrl + r

Save

Ctrl + s

Quick save

Ctrl + Alt + q

Help

Alt + F1

Alt + F2

Alt + F3

Alt + F4

Alt + F5

Page Up

Page Down

11 numeric keys

Numeric keys on the keyboard: 10 numeric decimal point(.)

+ + - - Esc

Esc

Back

Backspace

Enter

Arrow keys key)

7 menu softkeys from top to bottom

F1 to F7

numbers (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0) and a

(Up/Down/Left/Right arrow

[1]

Note

keyboard do not work for t he menu ope ration.

Note

you're not holding down the "Shift" key. If disabled, you have to press down "Shift" and the specified letter on the keyboard at the same time to input the letter in uppercase. For example, if you want to execute the "Shift+f" shortcut key operation, you only need to press "f" on the premise that the Caps Lock key is enabled.

: Except the keyboard shortcut keys mentioned in the above table, all the other keys on the

[2]

: When the Caps Lock key is enabled, every letter you type would be in uppercase, even if

Touch Screen Operation Rule

RSA3000E has a 10.1-inch capacitive multi-touch screen that supports touch gestures.

1. When operating on the menus other than the Marker menu:  Tap the trace window, then slide left and right to modify the center

frequency; slide up and down to modify the reference level.

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 Stretch two fingers horizontally in the trace window to d ecrease the span,

and pinch the fingers horizontally to increase the span. Stretc h tw o fingers in the vertical direction to decrease the Y-axis scale, and pinch the fingers vertically to increase the Y-axis scale.

2. When operating on the Marker menu:  In the empty space of the scree n tr ace region , pre ss and ho ld the regi on to

add one new mark er.

 Tap and hold one marker to drag the marker.

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Select the menu and use the numeric keys to modify the

press Enter to complete parameter input.

Press the corresponding menu key to switch between

Press the corresponding menu key to enter the

Press the key to execute the corresponding function.

current marker.

Press the corresponding menu key and modify the

trigger. The analyzer is in Free Run state at present.

Menu Operation

There are 6 types of menus according to their operation modes. Each type of menu and its operation method are introduced below.

1. Parameter Input

value directly.

2. State Switching

3. Enter Lower-level Menu (with parameter)

For example, to mod ify center frequency, first select Center Freq, and then input the desired value. Then,

the sub-options. For example, press Signal Track, and then you can switch between "On" and "Off" to enable or disable the signal tracking func tion.

4. Lower-level Menu (without parameter)

5. Direct Execution

6. State Selection

lower-level menu and change the currently selected option. The parameter typ e in the u pper-level menu w ill be changed when you retur n to the upper-level menu again. For example, pre ss Y Axis Unit to enter the lower-level menu. Select dBm and then automatically return to the previous menu automatically. Then, the unit of Y-axis will be changed to dBm.

lower-level menu. For example, press Peak Config to ente r the lower-level menu directly.

For example, press Mkr->CF to set the center frequency of the analyzer to the frequency of the

parameters, and then go b ack to the previous menu. For example, press Source  Free Run to select free

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Tip:

use the shortcut keys to pe rform the a bove men u oper ations. F or the matching Table 1-8.

The above menu operations can be executed by touch gestures or clicking with the externally connected mouse. Also, you can connect to the keyb oard and

relations between the front panel keys and the keyboard shortcut keys, refer to

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Parameter Setting

You can enter the desired parameter value s by using the numeric keys, the knob, or arrow keys on the front panel. Also, you can set the parameters by using the touch screen, the externally connected keypad or the mouse. This section takes an example (set the center frequency to 800 MHz) to describe six methods of parameter setting.

1. Use the numeric keys

1) Press FREQ  Center Freq;

2) Input 800 by using the numeric keys;

3) Select the desired unit (MHz) from the pop-up menu.

2. Use the knob

When the parameter is editable, turn the knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the parameter value at the specif ied step.

1) Press FREQ  Center Freq;

2) Rotate the knob until the parameter is set to the desired value (800 M Hz).

Figure 1-13 Knob

3. Use the arrow keys

When the parameter is editable, use the arrow ke ys to increase or decrease the parameter value at the specific step. Note that the step sizes for the Up/Down arrow key and the Left/Right arrow key are different.

1) Press FREQ  Center Freq;

2) Press the Up/Down arrow key or the Left/Right arrow key until the parameter is set to the desired value (800 MHz).

Figure 1-14 Arrow Keys

4. Use the touch screen

1) T ouch the screen to select the function keypad icon corner. Then, the function keypad is displayed. Touch "FREQ";

2) Click Center Freq;

at the upper-right

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3) Then the numeric keypad is displayed. Input 800, and select the desired unit "MHz".

5. Use the keyboard

1) Press "Shift + f" to open the Frequency menu;

2) Press "F1" to select Center Freq;

3) Input 800 by using the num eric keys;

4) Press "F2" to select the desired unit (MHz) from the pop-up menu.

For the matching relations between the front panel keys and the keyboard shortcut keys, refer to Table 1-8.

6. Use the mouse

1) Click with the mouse to select the function keypad icon

at the upper-right corner of the screen. Then, the function keypad is displayed. Click "FREQ"；

2) Click Center Freq;

3) Then the numeric keypad is displayed. Input 800, and select the desired unit "MHz".

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To Use the Built-in Help System

The built-in help system provides information about every function key on the front panel and every menu softkey.

1. Get the built -in help information

Press Help and a prompt message about how to obtain help inf ormation w ill be shown on the screen. Then, press t he key that y ou wa nt to know about it s usage, and then the relevant help information for the key will be shown on the sc reen.

2. Page up/down operation

If the help information is displayed in several pages, you can press the arrow keys or use the knob to page up and d own the help information.

3. Close the current help information

Press any key on the front panel to close the help information currently displayed on the screen. When the help information is displayed on the screen, perform any of the following operations to close the currently display ed help inf ormation dialo g box:

 press Esc;  press the Help key again; or  click OK in the displayed help info rmatio n dialo g box.

4. Get the help information of the menu key

Press Help, and the help inf ormation display window is displaye d on the screen. Then, press the menu key and the help information of the corresponding menu item is displayed.

5. Get the help information of any function key

Press Help, and the help inf ormation display window is displaye d on the screen. Then, press any fun ction k ey and the correspondin g function help inf ormation i s displayed.

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WARNING

turned off, the power source has been cut off, and the fuse to be used conforms to the fuse rating.

Fuse Holder

Fuse

Fuse Replacement

If you need to replac e the fuse, use only the specified fuse (AC 250V, T3.15A) and perform the following op erations: 1． Turn off the instrument, cut off the power, and remove the power cord. 2． Use a small straight slotted screwdriver to pry out the fuse holder. 3． Take out the fuse hold er. 4． Replace the old fuse with a spec ified fuse. 5． Install the fuse holder.

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Figure 1-15 To Replace the Fuse

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Mode Setting

Mode

RSA provides four working modes: GPSA, RTSA, VSA (option RSA3000E-ASK/FSK), and EMI (option RSA3000E-EMI). Press Mode to select the working mode.

Note: In different working modes, the functions of the keys on the front panel may be different. Press Help to display the help informati on of the cur rent working mo de. If you need help information for other modes, exit the help interface first. Then select the desired working mod e and obtain the corresponding help information.

1. GPSA

GPSA adopts two a nalysis methods: swept and FFT. GPSA can not only carry out frequency domain analysis, but also time domain (zero span) analysis.

Select GPSA. In this working mode, press Meas to select multiple measurements. For details, refer to Chap t er 2.

2. RTSA

RTSA provides the analysis function for the real-time signal, which can capture the complex signal seamlessly.

Select RTSA. In this working mode, you can also press Meas to select multiple measurements. For details, refer to Chap t er 3.

3. VSA

VSA mode provides the standard v ector signal a nalysis measurement function. If you need this functio n, please purchase this option (order No. RSA3000E-ASK/FSK), and install it according to instructions in "Inst all the

Option".

4. EMI

EMI mode provides the EMI pre-compatibility measurement function. If you need this function, please purchase this option (order No. RSA3000E-EMI), and install it according to instructions in "Inst all the Option".

Note: After purchasing the RSA3000E-EMI option, you do not need to purchas e the

EMC filter and quasi-peak detector kit RSA3000E-EMC, as the RSA3000E-EMI option contains all the functions of RSA3000E-EMC.

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Mode Setup

The Mode Setup menu is used to set parameters that are related to the working modes.

Open the global parameter setting menu for the selected working mode under

Mode.

Global CF Mode

Turns on or off the global center fr equency. In any working mode, if you enable the global center frequency mode, then the global center freque ncy will be set to the center frequency of the current mode. When a different working mode is selected, the global center frequency will be set to the center frequency of the previous working mode, that is, the one that is before switching the working mode. If you change the center frequency in any working mode, then the global center frequency will change with it.

Global CF

Sets the global center frequency. It is only available when you turn on the global center frequency.

Mode Preset

Resets the parameters of the current mode to the factory default settings.

EMC Standard (Only Available for EMI Mode)

Sets the EMC standard to "None" or "CISPR".  When "None" is selected, the filter type is set to Gauss. At this point, the filter

bandwidth is -3 dB. The instrument will switch to "CISPR" standard automatically when "Quasi Peak", "CISPR Average" or "RMS Average" detector is selected. The filter type is set to EMI. At this point, the filter bandwidth is -6 dB.

 When "CISPR" is selected, for Meter 1, the detector is, by default, positive peak;

for Meter 2, the detector is, by default, quasi peak; for Meter 3, the detector is, by default, CISPR average.

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Meters Control (Only Available for EMI Mode)

Sets the parameters of the meter.

1. Meters

1) Select Meter Specifies the currently selected meter to "Meter1", "Meter2", or "Meter3".

2) Meter Enables or disables the selected meter.  When enabled, the histogram of the selected meter is displayed in the

meter display area of the user interface, and the corresponding detector type is selected to perform the measurement.

 When disabled, the selected meter is not displayed and the system will

not perform the measurement.

3) Detector

Sets the detector of the selected meter, including "Pos Peak", "Quasi Peak", "CISPR Average", "RMS Average", "Average(Vol)", and "Neg Peak". Note: "Quasi Peak", "CISPR Average", "RMS Average", and "Average(Vo l) " are mutually exclusive. You can at most select two among the thr ee items ("Quasi Peak", "CISPR Average", and "RMS Average").

4) Limit

Sets the limits of the selected meter.

5) Limit State Enables or disables the limit line of the selected meter.

2. Dwell Time

Sets the dwell time of the meter detector.

3. Peak Hold Time

1) Peak Hold Type Sets the max hold time type of the meter to "Adjust" or "Infinite".  When "Infinite" is selected, the peak hold line of the sele cted meter will

not be reset. The Adjust Time menu is grayed out and disabled.

 When "Adjust" is selected, the peak hold line of the selected meter will

be reset to the current signal value after the set peak hold time. At this time, you can use the Adjust Time menu to set the peak hold time.

2) Adjust Time Sets the peak hold time of the meter.

4. Reset Peak Hold

Resets the peak hold lines of all the c urrently enabled meters to the current

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signal value.

5. Couple to Signal

Enables or disables the coupling function of the meter and the signal table. When enabled, the frequenc y of the meter is automatically modified to that of the selected signal once the selected signal is changed.

6. Couple to Marker

Enables or disables the coupling function of the meter and the current marker. When enabled, the instrument will set the meter frequency to the current frequency at the marker.

Install the Option

RSA3000E provides various options (for option information, refer to "RSA3000E Accessories and Option List") to expan d the f unction of the s pectrum analy zer. If

you need to purchase the option, please contact RIGOL sales representative. After you have purchased the option successfully, you will obtain a key. Perf o rm the following operations to install the option.

1. Acquire the license of the option

 Log in to the RIGOL official website (www.rigol.com), click License

Activation to enter the "Registered product license code" interface.

 Input the correct key, serial number (press System  About System 

System Info to acquire the serial number of the instrument), and

verification code. Click Generate to acquire the option license. In the license generation interface, click Download to download and save the license file to the PC.

2. Install the option

You c an install the option via the following 2 methods.

1) Install the option by reading the license file from the USB storage device

 Copy the saved option license file to the root directory of the USB

storage device.

 Power on the inst rument and insert the USB sto ra ge device. Press File

to enter the file operation menu interfac e.

 Press File Explorer, and then the file manager interface is displayed.

In the interface, find the directory of the USB storage device. Then select the desired option lic ense file (suffixed with ".lic"). Press Import License to import the activation code and complete the reading of the option installation file.

2) Install the option by sending SCPI commands  Log in to RIGOL official website (www.rigol.com) to download the

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software Ultra Sigma. Then install it accord ing to the installation wizard.

 Use the USB cable to connect the rear-panel USB DEVICE in te rfa ce of

RSA to the USB HOST interface of the PC.

 Run Ultra S ig ma. Searc h the resource and right-click the resource

name. In the displayed menu, select "SCPI Panel Control". Input the following option installation command in the displayed SCPI control panel: :SYSTem:LKEY <option info>@<license info>

indicates the option or der No., and <license info>

. Wherein, indicates the option license code. For example, the following command is used to install the option

RSA3000E-PA. :SYSTem:LKEY RSA3000E-PA@8AD12B8EBC5DF492D1D4289B7CBA5B6150BF6F5D75 2D645C36D74530B05F39B49C461B23A50D6C94A34E06782AC438007 0B0D1A86BA84E02768391FFD70C2103

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Chapter 2 Functions of the Front Panel of

GPSA

This chapter describes in d etail the function keys on the front panel and their associated menu functions in the GPSA mo de of RSA3000E.

Contents in this chapter:

 Basic Settings  Sweep and Function Setting s  Measurement Settings  Marker Measu re ment  Input/Output  Shortcut Key  System Fu nction

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start

stop

center

span

(

start

stopcenter

startstop

span

−

Basic Settings

FREQ

Sets the frequency parameters of the analyzer. The analyzer sweeps within a specif ied frequency range and restarts sweeping every time the frequency parameters are modified.

The frequency range of a channel can be expressed by either of two groups of

parameters : Start Frequency/Sto p Frequency (

); or Center

Frequency/Span (

). If any of the four parameters is changed, the other

three parameters will make adjustment automatically to ensure the coupling relationship among them:

(2-1)

(2-2)

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

Fmax

[1]

Range

(Smin/2)

[2]

to (Fmax - Smin/2)

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

span > 0, step = span/200 Min = 1 Hz

Left/Right Arrow Key Step Up/Down Arrow Key Step

CF step

Center Freq

Sets the center frequency (that corresponds to the horizont al center of the graticule) of the current channel. Press this key or touch the s pecified menu item on the s creen to set the frequency entry mode to Center Frequency/Span. The center frequency and span values ar e respectively displayed at the lower left and right side of the graticule.

Remarks:

 When you modify the center frequency, the start and stop frequency will be

modified automatically if the span remains to be unchanged.

 Modifying the center fr equency indicates that the frequency is chang ed along

the current channel horizontally, and the ad j ustable range should be within the frequency range spec ified in the technical specifications of the analyzer.

 In zero span mode, the values of start frequency, stop frequenc y, and center

frequency are the same, so once one of the parameter values is modified, the other two values will b e modified automatically.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also you can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-1 Center Frequency

[1]

Note

analyzer. RSA3000E includes two models: 1.5 GHz and 3 GHz

Note

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[2]

: Smin indicates the minimum span in non-zero span.

span = 0, step = RBW/100

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

center frequency-span/2

Range

[1]

0 Hz to Fmax

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

span > 0, step = span/200 Min = 1 Hz

Left/Right Arrow Key Step Up/Down Arrow Key Step

CF step

Start Freq

Sets the start frequen cy of the current frequency channel . Press this key o r touch th e specified menu item on the screen to set the frequency entry mode to Start Frequency/Stop Frequency. The start frequency and stop frequency values are respectively displayed at the lower left and r ight side of the graticule.

Remarks:

 When you modify the start frequency, the span and center frequency will be

changed. The changes of span will affect other system parameters. For details, please refer to "Span".

 In zero span mode, the values of start frequency, stop frequenc y, and center

frequency are the same, so once one of the par ameter values is modified, the other two values will b e modified automatically.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also you can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-2 Start Frequency

span = 0, step = RBW/100

[1]

Note

: The range is from 0 Hz to (Fmax-100 Hz) in non-zero span.

Stop Freq

Sets the stop frequency of the current frequency channel. Press this key o r touch the specified menu item on the screen to set the frequency entry mode to Start Frequency/Stop Frequency. The start frequency and stop frequency values are respectively displayed at the lower left and r ight side of the graticule.

Remarks:

 When you modify the stop frequency, the span and center frequency will be

changed. The changes of span will affect other system parameters. For details, please refer to "Span".

 In zero span mode, the values of start frequency, stop frequenc y, and center

frequency are the same, so once one of the parameter values is modified, the other two values will b e modified automatically.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also you can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details,

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

center frequency+span/2

Range

[1]

0 Hz to Fmax

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

span > 0, step = span/200 Min = 1 Hz

Left/Right Arrow Key Step Up/Down Arrow Key Step

CF step

Parameter

Remarks

Default

0 Hz

Range

-500 GHz to 500 G Hz

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

CF step

refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-3 Stop Frequency

span = 0, step = RBW/100

[1]

Note

: The range is from 100 Hz to Fmax in non-zero span.

Freq Offset

You can set a frequency offset value to account for frequency conversions between the device under test (DUT) and the input terminal of the spectrum analyzer.

Remarks:

 The change of this parameter only changes the display values of the center

frequency, start frequenc y, and stop frequency; but does not affect any hardware settings of the spectrum analyzer.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

 To eliminate the frequency offset, you can set the frequency offset to 0 Hz.

Table 2-4 Frequency O f f set

CF Step

Changes the step size for the center frequency. Changing the center frequency by a constant step-size value switches the channel to be measured continuously.

Remarks:

 Set a proper CF step value, and then select the center frequency. Us e the

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

Fmax/10

Range

-Fmax to Fmax

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

span > 0, step = span/200 Min = 1 Hz

Left/Right Arrow Key Step Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-2-5 step

Up/Down arrow key to switch the measurem ent channel at a f ixed step size. Thus, the instrument can sweep the adjacent channels manually.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on t he touchs creen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-5 CF Step

span = 0, step = RBW

CF Step Mode

The CF step mode consists of "Manual" and "Auto". Remarks:

 In Auto mode, the CF step is 1/10 of the s pan i n non-zero span mode or equals

to RBW while in zer o span mode.

 In Manual mode, you can use the numeric keys to set the step size.

Signal Track

Enables or disables the signal tracking function. This function is used to track and measure the signal whose frequency is unstable and whose transient variation in amplitude is less than 3 dB. Place Marker1 (refer to descriptions in "Marker Measurement") onto the signal under test to track and meas ure the va riation of the signal. The signal track ing process is shown in the following figure:

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Start

Execute a

sweep

Search for

peak and

mark it as

Marker

Active Marker

exists?

Set marker

requency to center freq

Execute the

next sweep

Search for and mark the

frequency p

oint (variation

< 3

) n

ear the Marker

Remarks:

 If an active marker c urrently exists, when Signal Track is enabled, the

 If no marker is currently activ e, when Signal Track is enabled, the instrument will

 In continuous sweep, t he system trac ks the signal continuously; in single swee p,  The signal tracking function is only applicable to the swept analysis. The sig nal

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Figure 2-1 Signal Tracking Process

instrument will search fo r and mark the point (whose amplitude variation is less than 3 dB) near the mar ker. Then, set the frequency at this point to be the center frequency to keep the signal at the center of the screen.

activate Marker1, execute a peak search automatically, and set the frequency value at the current peak to be the center frequency to keep the signal always displayed at the center of the screen.

the instrument only performs a single signal track. tracking function is invalid in the following conditions:

— In zero span mode; — When the tracking generator is enabled; — When the trace is not updated; — When the continuous peak search is enabled; — In advanced me asurement mode.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

Fmax

Range

[1]

0 Hz, 10 Hz to Fmax

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

span > 0, step = span/200 Min = 2 Hz

Left/Right Arrow Key Step Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-2-5 step

SPAN

Sets the span of the analyzer. Changing this parameter will chang e the frequency parameters, and after the span is changed, the sweep restarts.

Span

Sets the frequency range of the current channel. Press this ke y or touch the specified menu item on the s creen to set the frequen cy entry mode to Center Freque ncy/Span. The center frequency and span values are respective ly displaye d at the lower lef t and right side of the graticule.

Remarks:

 When you modify the span, the start and stop frequency will be modified

automatically, with the center frequency remains to be unchanged.

 In non-zero span, the s pan can be set to a minimum of 10 Hz. When the span is

set to a maximum value, the spectrum analyzer enters the full span mode.

 You can set the span to 0 Hz manually; you can press the Zero Span men u item

or run the SCPI commands to enter the zero span mode.

 When you modify the span in non-zero span mode, both CF step and RBW will

be changed automatically if they a re in Auto mo de. Besides, the change of RBW will change the value of VBW (in Auto VBW mode).

 Any variation in span, RBW, or VBW would cause a change in the sweep time.  You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-6 Span

[1]

Note

mode.

: When the span of the anal yzer is set to 0 Hz, the spectrum analyzer enters the zero span

Last Span

Sets the span to the previous span setting.

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Full Span

Sets the maximum span.

Zero Span

Sets the span to 0 Hz. The values of start frequency and stop frequency are the same as that of the center fr equency. The X-axis is time. The analyzer measures the time-domain characteristics of the amplitude at the center frequency point of the input signal.

Remarks:

The zero span mode displays the time-domain characteristics of the signal's fixed frequency components. Great differences can be found between the zero span and the non-zero span. The following functions are invalid in zero span.

 "Signal Track" under FREQ;  "Mkr -> CF", "Mkr -> CF Step", "Mkr -> Start", "Mkr -> Stop", "Mkr Δ -> CF",

and "Mkr Δ -> Span" under Marker To;

AMPT

Sets the amplitude parameters of the analyzer. You can modify these parameters to make the signals under test be displayed with minimal errors in the current window, easy for you to observe .

Ref Level

Sets the maximum power or voltage that can b e displayed in the current window.

Remarks:

 As the RF link is limited by the maximum m ixer level, when the attenuation is

reduced, the r eference l evel will be reduced to meet the limitation of the mixer level; when the attenuation is increased, the reference level will remain unchanged.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modif y it on the touchscreen. F or detail s, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

0 dBm

Range

-170 dBm to 30 dBm

Unit

dBm, -dBm, V, mV, uV

Knob Step

In Log scale mode, step = scale/1 0 In Lin scal e mode, step = 0.1 dBm

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

In Log scale mode, step = scale In Lin scal e mode, step = 1 d Bm

mixOffsetExtPARefmin

LLaaLATT −−++=

min

ATT

Ref

Ext

Offset

mix

Parameter

Remarks

Default

10 dB

Range

0 dB to 50 dB

Unit

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

5 dB

Table 2-7 Reference Level

Attenuation

Sets the RF front-end attenuator to allow high-level signals t o pass throu gh the mixer with low distortion, and low-level signals to pass through the mixer with low noise.

Remarks:

 The attenuator consists of fixed attenuator and variable attenuator. The

attenuation of the fixed attenuator is 20 dB, and the attenuation range of the variable attenuator is from 0 dB to 30 dB. Therefo r e, the input attenuation ranges f rom 0 dB to 50 dB.

 When the set attenuation amount is greater than 20 dB, fixed attenuator is

preferred to be used by default.

 When the maximum mix er level and reference level a re confirmed, the minimum

of the input attenuation should meet the following equation:

(2-3)

Wherein,

input attenuation, reference level, PA, external gain, reference level offset, and maximum mixer level, respectively.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-8 Input Attenuation

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indicate the minimum

Preamp off, step = 1 dB

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











×=

0.001W

Volts

10lgdBm



 





 



Volts

20lgVdB



 





 



1mV

Volts

20lgdBmV

Volts

Watts =

Atten Auto

Selects "Manual" or "Auto" to be the current attenuation mode.

Remarks:

 To select "Manual" to be the attenuation mode, press Attenuation to set the

attenuation value, and the attenuation mode will be automatically switched to "Manual".

 When you select "Auto " to be the attenuation mode, the attenuator will

automatically adjust the attenuation value to meet the current amplitude setting.

RF Preamp

Sets the RF front-end preamplifier to be on or off. When the signal under test is a low-level signal, turning on the preamplifier can reduce the displayed average noise level, so that you c an distinguish low-level signals from the noise. By default, the preamp gain is 2 0 dB.

Y Axis Unit

Sets the unit of the Y-axis to dBm, dBmV, dBuV , V olts, or Watts. Wherein, dBm, dBmV, and dBuV are for Log scale; Volts and Watts are fo r Linear scale. The default unit is dBm.

Remarks:

The conversion relations between units are as follows:

(2-4)

(2-5)

(2-6)

(2-7)

Wherein,

denotes the reference resistance.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

10 dB

Range

0.1 dB to 20 d B

Unit

Knob Step

scale ≥ 1, step = 1 dB scale < 1, s t e p = 0.1 dB

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-2-5 step

Scale Type

Sets the scale type of the Y-axis to Lin or Log. By default, it is Log.

Remarks:

 In Log scale type, the Y-axis denote s the logarithmic coordinate. The top line of

the graticule is the reference level, and the scale per division represents the scale value. When the scale type is chang ed from Lin to Log, the unit of Y-axis will automatically switch to the default unit (dBm) in Log scale type.

 In Lin scale type, the Y-axis denotes the linear coordinate. The top line of the

graticule is the reference level, and 0 V is at the bottom of the gratic ule. Each vertical division of the g rat icule rep resents one-tenth of the reference level. The scale setting function is in v alid. When the scale t ype is change d from Log to Li n, the unit of Y-axis will automatically switch to the default unit (Volts) in Lin scale type.

 The scale type does not affect the unit of Y-axis.  If the "Normalize" func tion is enabled, "Log" is selected to be the sc ale type by

default, and the scale type is grayed out and disab led.

Scale/Div

Sets the logarithmic unit s per vertical grid division on the display. This function is only available when the scale type is set to "Log".

Remarks:

 The amplitude range to be displayed can be adjusted by setting the scale.  The range of the signal amplitude that can be displayed is as follows:

Minimum: reference level – (10 × cur rent scale value) Maximum: reference level

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-9 Scale

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

-10 dBm

Range

-50 dBm to -10 dBm

Unit

dBm, -dBm, mV, uV

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

5 dBm

Parameter

Remarks

Default

0 dB

Range

-300 dB to 300 dB

Unit

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

5 dB

Max Mixer Lvl

Sets the maximum input level of the mixer according to the amplitude of the signal.

Remarks:

 For the high-level input si gnal, select a smaller ma ximum mi xer leve l to in crease

the input attenuation and reduce the distortion of the signal; for the low-level input s ignal, select a l arger maximum mixer level to reduce t he input at tenuation and noise.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-10 Maximum Mixing Level

1 dBm

Ref Offset

Adds an offset value to the reference level to compensate for gains or losses generated between the DUT and the analyzer input.

Remarks:

 The offset value does not affect the tr ace p osition, b ut will mo dif y the refe renc e

level readout and the marker amplitude readout.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the to uchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-11 Reference Level Offset

1 dB

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

3 MHz

Range

[1]

1 Hz to 3 MHz

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-3-10 step

Sweep and Function Settings

Sets the parameters such as RBW (Resolution Bandwidth) and VBW (Video Bandwidth).

RBW

Sets the resolution bandwidth (RBW) to distinguish two signals whose frequencies are close with each other.

Remarks:

 Reducing RBW can gain a higher frequen c y resolut ion, but will also prolong the

sweep time (when sweep time is set to A uto, it will be affecte d by both RBW an d VBW).

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Note: When "Detector Type" is "Quasi Peak", or the "Filter Type" is "EMI", the available values of RBW can only be 200 Hz, 9 kHz, 120 kHz, or 1 MHz.

Table 2-12 RBW

[1]

Note

: The minimum RBW is 1 kHz in zero span mode.

RBW Mode

Sets the coupling mode of RBW.

Remarks:

 When you set RBW Mode to "Auto", RBW is in auto coupling state. Its value

changes with the sp a n (non-zero span), and the value is determined by span/RBW ratio. You can set RBW Mode to "Manual" or directl y set the RBW value to change the coupling mode.

 When you perform the Preset operatio n, the coupling state is Auto.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

106

Range

2 to 10,000

Unit

None

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-2-5 step

 In zero span mode, RBW Mode is, by default, set to "Manual".

SPAN/RBW Ratio

Sets the ratio of span to RBW. You can use the numeric k eys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel to modify this parameter; also you can mod ify it on the touchscreen. For details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-13 Span/RBW Ratio

at 1-2-5 step

SPAN/RBW Mode

Sets the coupling mode of the Span/RBW ratio.

Remarks:

 When you set SPAN/RBW Mode to "Auto", "SPAN/RBW Ratio" is in auto

coupling state, and its value is 106. You can set SPAN/RBW Mode to "Ma nual" or directly set the SPAN/RBW ratio to change the coupling mode.

 When you perform the Preset operatio n, the coupling state is Auto.  In zero span mode, the SPAN/RBW Mode menu item cannot be set.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

3 MHz

Range

1 Hz to 10 MHz

Unit

GHz, MHz, kHz, Hz

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-3-10 step

VBW

Sets the video ba ndwidth (VBW) to filter out the noises outside the video band.

Remarks:

 Reducing VBW makes the spectral line smoother, so that the low-level signa l i n

the noise can be detected, but this will also prolong the sweep tim e (when sweep time is set to A uto, it will be affected by both RBW and VBW).

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-14 VBW

at 1-3-10 step

VBW Mode

Sets the coupling mode of the Span/RBW ratio.

Remarks:

 When you set VBW Mode to "Auto", VBW is in auto coupling state. I ts value

changes with the RBW, and the value is determined by VBW/RBW ratio. Y ou can set VBW Mode to "Manual" or directly set the VBW value to change the coupling mode.

 When you perform the Preset operatio n, the coupling state is Auto.

VBW/RBW Ratio

Sets the ratio of VBW to RBW.

Remarks:

 This value is different for different kinds of signals.

Sine signal: 1 to 3 (for faster sweeps) Pulse signal: 10 (to reduce the impact on the amplitude of transient signals) Noise signal: 0.1 (to obtain the average of noises)

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details,

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

Range

0.00001 to 3,000,000

Unit

None

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-3-10 step

refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-15 VBW/RBW Ratio

at 1-3-10 step

VBW/RBW Mode

Sets the coupling mode of the VBW/RBW ratio.

Remarks:

 When you set VBW/RBW Mode to "Auto", "VBW/RBW Ratio" is in auto

coupling state, and its value is determined by auto rule value. You can set VBW/RBW Mode to "Manual" or directly set the VBW/RBW ratio to change the coupling mode .

 When you perform the Preset operatio n, the coupling state is Auto.

Filter Type

Sets the type of the RBW filter.

Remarks:

 RSA3000E supports two kinds of RBW filters: Gaussian (-3 dB) or EM I (-6 dB)  When EMI filter is selected currently, the available RBW can only be 200 Hz, 9

kHz, 120 kHz, or 1 MHz. By default, the analyzer uses the Gaussian filter. If the detector type is "Quasi-peak", then the analyzer automatically switches to EMI filter.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

801

Range

101 to 10,001

Unit

None

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

Sweep

Sets sweep-related parameters, such as sweep time, sweep points, and sweep mode.

Sweep Points

Sets the number of points acquired in each sweep, i.g. the numb er of the trace points.

Remarks:

 With the increase of the sweep points, the frequency resolution of the marker

will increase with it, but the sweep speed will decrease with it.

 Due to the limitation of the minimum i nterval of sweep poi nts, when the number

of sweep points is increased , the sweep time will be prolonged.

 Changing the number of the swee p p oints will a f fect multiple parameters of the

system. Therefore, the system will make a new sweep and measurement again.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-16 Number of Sweep Points

Sweep Time

Sets the time required for the spectrum analyzer to complete one sweep operation within the span rang e.

Remarks:  You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchscreen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

 When RBW is smaller than 1 kHz, the spectrum analyzer starts to perform FFT

sweeps. At this time, the Sweep Time menu is disabled and grayed out.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

1 ms

Range

[1]

1 μs to 6,000 s

Unit

s, ms, μs, ns, ps

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-1.5-2-3-5-7.5 step

Table 2-17 Sweep Time

sweep time/100, Min = 1 μs

[1]

Note

: The range is from 1 ms to 4,000 s in non-zero span.

Sweep Time Mode

Sets the "Sweep Time" to be "Auto" or "Manual". By default, it is "Auto".

Remarks:

 In non-zero span mode, the analy zer selects the shortest sweep time based on

the current RBW and VB W settings if "Auto" is selected.

 Decreasing the sweep time can speed up the measurement. However, an erro r

may be caused if the set sweep time is less than the minimum sweep time in Auto coupling. At this point, "UNCAL" is shown in the status bar on the screen.

 In zero span mode, the Sweep Time Mode menu is disabled and grayed out.

When the system exits the zero span mode, the auto sweep coupling mode will restore to its previous state.

 When RBW is smaller than 1 kHz, the spectr um analyzer star ts to per form FFT

sweeps. At this time, the Sweep Time menu is disabled and grayed out.

Sweep Time Rule

Sets the sweep type to "Norm" or "Accy". The sweep will be faster if "Norm" is selected; while in "Accy" type, a higher measurement precision can b e obtained. When RBW is smaller than 1 kHz, the spectr um analyzer star ts to per form FFT sweeps. At this time, the Sweep Time menu is disabled and grayed out.

Continue

Sets the sweep mode to be continuous.

Remarks:

 If the instrument is in single sweep mode and no measurement function is

enabled, press this key to enter continuous sweep mode. In this case, if the trigger conditions are met, the instrument will sweep continuously.

 If the instrument is in single sweep mode and the measurement function is

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Enter continuous sweep mode and

wait for trigger condition

Sweep again and wait for trigger

condition

Select “Cont

”

Single sweep status？

Y N

enabled, press this key to enter continuous sweep mode. In this case, if the trigger conditions are met, the instrument will sweep continuously.

 In continuous sweep mo de, the system will send a trigger initialization signal

automatically and enter the trigger condition jud gment directly after e ach sweep is completed.

Figure 2-2 Process of Continuous Sweep

Single

Sets the sweep mode to be single. Selects "Single", and then the Single key on the front panel is illuminated. In single sweep mode, press Single under Sweep menu or press Single directly on the front panel to perform one measurement.

Remarks:

 If the instrument is in conti nuous sweep mode and no measurement function is

enabled, press this key to enter single sweep m ode. In this case, if the trigger conditions are met, the instrument will e xecute the specified number of sweeps. (Note: In A verage, Max Hold, a n d Min Hold modes, when performing the single measurement, the instrument will not stop sweeping until the sweep count has reached N. Wherein, N is determined by the average count o f the current measurement.)

 If the instrument is in cont inuous sweep mode a nd the meas urement fun ction is

enabled, press this key to set the measurement mode to "Single". In this case, if the trigger conditions are met, the instru ment will e xecute the specified number of measurements.

 If the system is already in single sweep mode, press this key and then the

system will execute the specif i ed number of sweeps (or measurements) once the trigger conditions are met.

 In single sweep mode, trig ger initialization (press Sweep  Single or send the

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Press

“Single

”

Measurement

tatus

Single s

weep mode? Single

sweep mode

Enter s

ingle sweep mode

and w

ait for trigger

ondition

Enter

single sweep

measurement

mode and

ait for trigger

condition

Sweep again and wait

for

trigger condition

Wait for trigger

condition

and make

single

easurement again

":INIT" command through the remote interface) should be executed before judging the trigger conditions.

Figure 2-3 Process of Single Sweep

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

1 μs

Range

0 μs to 500 ms

Unit

s, ms, μs, ns, ps

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-1.5-2-3-5-7.5 step

Trigger

Selects the trigger source and sets trigger-related parameters.

Trigger Source

Sets "Free Run", "External 1", "External 2", or "Video" to be the trigger source.

Free Run

The trigger conditions are met at any time, that is, the analyzer g enerates trigger signals continuously.

External 1

In this mode, an exter nal signal is input via the [TRIGGER IN] connector on the rear panel. When the signal meets the set trigger conditions, trigger signals are generated.

1. Slope

Sets the trigger polarity for External Trigger 1 to "POS" or "NEG".

2. Delay State

Enables or disables the trigger dela y function. After the trigger delay function is enabled, you can set the trigger delay time.

3. Delay Time

Sets the time interval during which the instrument waits to start the sweep operation after the trigger signal that meets the trigger conditions is generated. You can use the numeric keys, the knob, or arrow k eys to modif y this par ameter; you can also use the touch screen to modify the parameter.

Table 2-18 Trigger Delay Time

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

1 μs

Range

0 μs to 500 ms

Unit

s, ms, μs, ns, ps

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-1.5-2-3-5-7.5 step

External 2

Press Input/Output  Ext Trigger2 to select "In". Then, an external signal is input via the [TRIGGER IN/OUT] connector on the rear panel. When the signal meets the set trigger conditions, trigger signals are generated.

Note: The input signal frequency on the external trigger interface should not be greater than 1 MHz.

1. Slope

Sets the trigger polarity for External Trigger 2 to "POS" or "NEG".

2. Delay State

Enables or disables the trigger dela y function. After the trigger delay function is enabled, you can set the trigger delay time.

3. Delay Time

Sets the time interval during which the instrument waits to start the sweep operation after the trigger signal that meets the trigger conditions is generated. You can use the numeric keys, the knob, or arrow keys to modify this parameter; you can also use the touch screen to modify the parameter.

Table 2-19 Trigger Delay Time

Video

A trigger signal will be generated when the system detects a video signal whose voltage exceeds the specified vid eo trigger level.

Note: This trigger type is unavailable in either of the following conditions: in non-zero span mode; when "Average(RMS)" or "Average(Vol)" is selected for the detector type in zero span mode.

1. Slope

Sets the trigger polarity for External Trigger 2 to "POS" or "NEG".

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

1 μs

Range

0 μs to 500 ms

Unit

s, ms, μs, ns, ps

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-1.5-2-3-5-7.5 step

Parameter

Remarks

Default

-25 dBm

Range

-140 dBm to +30 dBm

Unit

[1]

dBm

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

10 dBm

2. Delay State

Enables or disables the trigger dela y function. After the trigger delay function is enabled, you can set the trigger delay time.

3. Delay Time

Table 2-20 Trigger Delay Time

trigger delay/100, Min = 1 μs

4. Trigger Level

Sets the trigger level in video trigger. At this time, the trigger level line and the trigger level value are displayed on the screen.

Remarks:

 When the video trigger signal is not within the display range, the trigger

level line is displayed at the top or bottom of the waveform display area.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front

panel to modify this parameter; also you can modify it on the touchscreen. For details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-21 Trigger Level

Note

[1]

: It is related to the currently selected Y-axis unit.

Hold-off State

Turns on or off the trigger hold-off function.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

100 ms

Range

100 μs to 500 ms

Unit

s, ms, μs, ns, ps

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-1.5-2-3-5-7.5 step

Parameter

Remarks

Default

100 ms

Range

1 ms to 100 s

Unit

s, ms, μs, ns, ps

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

at 1-1.5-2-3-5-7.5 step

Hold-off Time

Sets the hold-off time between trigger signals. Yo u can use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arr o w keys on the front panel to mo d ify this parameter; also you can modify it on the tou chs c reen. For details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

When the trigger conditio ns a re met, the trigge r o ccurs. T hen , the delay begin s, and the hold-off time begins. During the hold-off time, new trigger signal s will be igno red. For a free-running trigger, the hold-off value is the minimum time between two trigger signals.

Table 2-22 Trigger Hold-off Time

sync hold-off time/10 0, Min = 1 μs

Auto Trig State

Enables or disables the auto trigger function.

Auto Trig

Sets the time that the instrument will w ait for the tri gger conditi ons to be met. Whe n the set waiting time times out, the instrument will not wait and start to initiate the sweep measurement.

Table 2-23 Auto Trigger Time

The relationship among the relevant parameters concerning trigger is shown in the following figure.

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trigger s ignal

triggers on the rising edge

trigger delay

trigger occurs

trig holdoff

au t o trig

… …

trigger occurs

trigger delay

sweep

measurement1

sweep

measurement2

(turn off trigger dela y)

trigger occurs trigger occurs

… …

Figure 2-4 Trigger Parameter Relationshi p

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Trace

Displays the sweep signal on the screen. Press Trace to set parameters for trace.

Trace Selection

RSA3000E can display at most 6 traces synchronously. Each t race is indicated in different colors (T r a ce1-yellow, Trace2-dark bl ue, Trace3-green, Trace4-purple, Trace5-light blue, Trace6-orange ). For deta i l s , re fer to the notes about "trace indicator" in "User Interface".

Select the corresponding trace to set the relevant parameters for the specified trace. By default, Trace1 is selected, and the trace type is "C l ear Write".

Note: The trace currently displayed on the screen can be saved to the internal or external memory. If needed, you can recall it at any time. Press Save to save it according to descriptions in "错误!未找到引用源。".

Trace Type

Sets the type of the currently selected trace. The system calculates the sampled data by a specific operation method according to the selected trac e type. The results will not be displayed unless you set "Tra ce Update" and "Trace Display" to "On". Trace types include Clear Write, Average, Max Hold, and Min Hold.

1. Clear Write

Sets the trace data to a minimum value, and displays the real-time sweep data of each point on the trace.

2. Average

Displays an average trace, which is represented by averaging the data of each point on the trace. The type of the trace is displayed to be smooth.

3. Max Hold

Maintains and displays a max hold trace, which represents the maximum data value on a point -by-point basis. When a new maximum value is generated, data will be updated, and the newly updated maximum value prevails.

4. Min Hold

Maintains and displays a min hold trace, which represents the minimum data value on a point-by-point basis. When a new minimum value is generated, d ata will be updated, and the newly updated minimum value prevails.

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∑

×=

RMS

Detector Type

Sets the detector for the current measurement. The selected detector can be applied to the selected trace. The available trace detectors include Pos Peak, Neg Peak, Normal, Sam pl e , Average (RMS), and Average (Vol).

1. Pos Peak

For each tr a ce point , P ositi ve P eak detecto r dis plays t he maximum v alue o f data sampled within the corresponding time interval.

2. Neg Peak

For each trace point, Negative Peak detector displays the minim um value of dat a sampled within the corresponding time interval.

3. Normal

Normal detector (also called Rosenfell detector) displays the maximum value and the minimum value of the sample data segment in alternating sequence. That is, for an odd-numbered data poi nt, the minimum v al ue of the sample dat a is displayed; for an even-numbered data point, the maximum value of the sample data is displayed. I n this way, the amplitude variation range of the signa l is clearly shown.

4. Sample

For each trace point, sample detector displays the transient level corresponding to the central t ime poi nt of t he corresponding time interv al. This detector type is applicable to noise or noise-like signal.

5. Average (RMS)

For each data poi nt, perf o rm mea n s qua re root ope ration (see equation (2-8) of the sampled data within the corresponding time interval and display the result. In this type, noise c an be rejected and weak signals can be c learly observed.

(2-8)

Wherein, the number of sampled values for each point displayed;

the sampled value, expressed in V. Reference impedance calculate power based on the formula:

is the root mean square val ue of voltage, expresse d in V; N is

is the envelope of

can be used to

6. Average (Vol)

For each data point, perform arithmetic averages (see equation below) on al l the sampled data within the corresponding time interval and display the result.

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∑

×=

iAV

(2-9)

Wherein,

is the average of voltage in V;

values for each po int displayed; and

is the envelope of the sampled value in

is the number of sampled

7. Quasi Peak (Option) Quasi-peak detection is a weighted form of peak detection. For each dat a poi nt, the detector detects the peak in the corresponding time interval, and uses quasi-peak detector circuit (containing specific charge and discharge structure) and the time constants specified in CISPR Publication 16 to make weighted calculation to display the weighted results. The quasi-peak detection is used for EMC test.

Note: The charge time f o r the quasi-detector is much shorter than the discharge time, which can not only reflects the amplitude of the signal, but also the time distribution of the signal.

Detector Auto

Enables or disables the Detector Auto fun ction. By def ault, Detector Auto is enabled. If you set the detector type manually, please disable the Detector Auto function.

Trace Update

Enables or disables trace update.

Trace Display

Enables or disables the trace display.

Remarks:

 The trace state and the parameter settings for the corresponding state are as

follows:

 Active: Trace Update and Tr a ce Display are "On".  Vi ew: Trace Update is "Off", and Trac e Display is "On".  Clea r : Trace U pd ate and Trace Display are "Off".  Back-end: Trace Update is "On", and Trace Display is "Off".

 In most cases, the inactive trace data keep unchanged. However, the data may

be changed in the fo llowing conditions:  Remotely write data into trace;

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)1010log(10Trace

10)(Op210)(Op1

result

−=

)

1010log(10Trace

10)

(Op210)(Op1

result

OffsetOp1Trace

result

 Load the stored data to trace.  Trace data are cleared by the trace clear function.

 When inactive trace is displa yed, the tra ce will not be zoomed in or out base d on

the setting of X-axis, but will move up and down based on the changes of Y-axis values.

 When the trace is shifted from inactive to active state, the trace is cleared, the

average timer is reset, and a new sweep is r estarted.

Math Function

Trace math functi o n s p e rfo r m m at hematical operations between traces and, in some cases, use r -defined offsets.

1. Op1-Op2

Calculates the power diff eren ce betw een O per and 1 (O p1) a nd Ope ran d 2 (Op2 ), and saves it to the destination tra ce. During the sweep, the following formula is executed for each point:

(2-10)

In the above formula, the parameter unit is dB. If a point in Op1 is a maximum trace value, the difference (the result of the subtraction) is also a maximum trace value; if the difference is less than o r eq ual t o 0, the resultant point is the minimum trace value.

2. Op1+Op2

Calculates the power sum between Operand 1 (O p1) a nd O perand 2 (Op2), an d saves it to the destination trace. During the sweep, the following formula is executed for each point:

(2-11)

In the above for mula, the parameter unit is dB. If a point in Op1 or Op2 is a maximum trace value, the sum (the result of addition) is also a maximum trace value.

3. Op1+Offset

Calculates the sum betwe en Opera nd 1 (Op1) a nd the offset, an d saves it to the destination trace. During the sweep, the following formula is executed for each point:

(2-12)

In the above formula, the parameter unit is dB.

4. Op1-Offset

Calculates the difference betwee n Operand 1 (O p1) and the offset (Offset), and saves it to the destination trace. During the sweep, the following fo rmula is executed for each point:

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OffsetOp1Trace

result

−=

ReferenceOp2Op1Trace

result

+= -

(2-13)

In the above formula, the parameter unit is dB.

5. Op1–Op2+Ref

Operand 1 (Op1) minus Operand 2 (Op2), and then plus the referenc e (Reference). Then, saves the result to the destination trace. During the sweep, the following formula is executed for each point:

(2-14)

In the formula, the unit for Op1, Op2, and Reference is dBm.

6. Off Disables the math func tion.

Note: The trace math functions are mutually exclusive. If you apply one math operation to a certain trace, the last selected math operation function should be disabled.

Op1

Selects Operand 1 to b e used for the trace math functions. Operand 2 can be configured with Tra ce1, Trace2, Trace3, Trace4, Trace5, or Trace6.

Op2

Selects Operand 2 to b e used for the trace math functions. Operand 2 can be configured with Tra ce1, Trace2, Trace3, Trace4, Trace5, or Trace6.

Note: The currently display trace does not involve in math operation.

Offset

Sets the log offset in the math operation function. The unit is dB. Note: This menu is only valid when you select "Op1+Offset" or "Op1-Offset" to be the math type.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

0 dB

Range

-100 dB to 100 dB

Unit

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

10 dB

Parameter

Remarks

Default

0 dB

Range

-170 dB to 30 dB

Unit

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

5 dB

Table 2-24 Offset

1 dB

Reference

Sets the log reference d ifference in the math operation function. The unit is dBm. Note: This menu is only valid when you select the "Op1-Op2+Ref" operation

function. Table 2-25 Reference

1 dB

Preset All

T urns on Trace 1, and blanks all other tr aces. This operation does not affe ct the trace type, trace detector, and other states.

Clear All

Clears all traces. All the tra ce data will be set to the minimu m t race value (exc ept the case that the trace is in Min Hold state). When the trace is in Min Hold state, the trace data will be set to the maximum trace value. That is, even if you turn off the trace update, the trace data will be updated after you perform the "Clear All" operation.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

-40 dBm

Range

-40 dBm to 0 dBm

Unit

dBm, -dBm, mV, uV

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

10 dBm

Tracking Generator

Sets the parameter related to the tracking generator (TG). This function is only available for RSA3030E-TG/RSA3015E-TG.

Tracking Generator

Enables or disables the tracking generator. When the tracking generator is enabled, a signal with the same frequency as that of

the current sweep signal will be output from the [GEN OUTPUT 50Ω] connector on the front panel. The po wer of the signal can be set through the menu.

Amplitude

Sets the output power of the tracking generator signal. You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel to modify this param eter; also you can modify it on the touchscreen. For details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-26 Tracking Generator Output Signal Amplitude

1 dBm

Amplitude Offset

Sets the offset of the output power of the tracking generator when gains or losses occur between the TG output and external device, so as to display the actual power value.

Remarks:

 This parameter only chang es the readout of the t racking generator output power ,

rather than the actual output power.

 The offset could be either a positive (gain in the external output) or a negative

(loss in the external output) value.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front panel

to modify this parameter; also y ou can modify it on the touchsc reen. F or details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

0 dB

Range

-200 dB to 200 dB

Unit

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

10 dB

Parameter

Remarks

Default

10 dB

Range

-200 dB to 200 dB

Unit

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

10 dB

Table 2-27 Tracking Generator Output Amplitude Offset

1 dB

Normalize

Before enabling the normalize function, connect the tracking generator output terminal [Gen Output 50Ω] to the RF input terminal [RF Input 50Ω]. Normalization can eliminate the er ror of tracking generat or output amplitude.

Note: Only when Output under the TG menu is "On" and the current Y-axis scale is log, can the Normalize menu be enabled.

1. Normalize

Enables or disables the nor malize function. If no saving operation is performed on the reference tra ce before enabling the normalize fun ction, the next time you enable the function, the analyzer will save the reference trace automatically after it completes the current sweep. During saving the reference trace, a prompt message will be displayed. When the normalize function is enabled, the corresponding value of the reference trace will be subtracted from the trace data after every sweep.

2. Reference Level

After the normalize func tion is enabled, you can adjust the vertical position of the trace on the screen by adjusting the reference level.  Differen t fro m t he Ref Level sub-menu under AMPT, the parameter

"Reference Level" under "Normalize" will not affect the reference level of the analyzer once it is modified.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front

panel to modify this parameter; also you can modify it on the touchscreen. For detail s , refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-28 Normalization Reference Level

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

100%

Range

0% to 100%

Unit

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

10%

3. Reference Position

After the normalize func tion is enabled, you can adjust the vertical position of Reference Level on the screen by adjusting the referen ce positio n.  The function of this menu is s imilar to that of Refe rence Level. W hen it is set

to 0%, Referenc e Level is displayed at the bottom of the graticule and at the top line of the graticule when it is set to 100%.

 You c an use the numeric keys, the knob, and the arrow keys on the front

panel to modify this parameter; also you can modify it on the touchscreen. For details, refer to descriptions in "Parameter Setting".

Table 2-29 Tracking Generator Reference P osit ion

4. Reference Trace

Sets whether to display the reference trace. If you set "Refer ence Trace" to be "On", the refer ence trac e sav ed (Trace 6) will be shown.

5. Save Ref Trace

Saves the data of Trace1 to Trace6 as the reference value f or normalization. This operation should be do ne before you enable the normalize function.

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Measurement Settings

Meas

Provides swept SA and VS WR, as wel l as mult iple ad v ance d measure ment f unc tions, including time-domain power, adjacent channel power, multi-channel power, occupied bandwidth, emission bandwidth, C/N ratio, harmonics, and TOI.

Swept SA

Measures with swept analysis (frequency-domain), FFT analysis (f requency-domain), or zero span analysis (time-domain). After you select Swept SA, the advanced measurement f unction (AMK) is off by default. Press Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters for swept SA.

Advanced Measurement Function (AMK)

This function is an option for RSA3000E, and the function is only available when the advanced measurement kit (AMK) is installed. When you enable the measur ement function, the screen is divided into two windows, with the upper wind o w (the basic measurement window) displaying the sweep trace and the lower window displaying the measurement results.

1. Meas Off

Disables the advance m easurement function and returns to the swept SA interface in GPSA m ode.

2. T-Power

The system enters the zero s pan mode an d calculate s the p ower within the tim e domain. The available power types includ e Peak, Average, and RMS. Select T-Power and then pr ess Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters.

3. ACP

Measures the power of the main channel, the power of adjacent channels, and the power difference between the main channel and each of the adjacent channels. When this function is enabled, the sp an and resolution bandwidth of the analyzer will be adjusted to smaller values automatically. Select ACP and then press Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters.

4. Multichan Pwr

Measures the power and power density of multiple channels or that of the specif ied channel bandwidth. When this function is enabled, the span and

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resolution bandwidth of the analyzer will be adjusted to smaller values automatically. Select Multichan Pwr and then press Meas Setup to set the correspond in g parameters.

5. Occupied BW

Integrates the power within the whole span and then calculates the bandwidth occupied by this power according to the specified power ratio. The OBW function also indicates the difference (namely "Transmit Freq Error") between the center frequency of the c hannel and the center frequency of the analyzer. Select Occupied BW and then press Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters.

6. Emission BW

Measures the bandwidth between two points on the signal which are X dB bel ow the highest point within the span. Selects Emission BW and then press Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters.

7. C/N Ratio

Measures the power of the carrier and that of the noise with the specified bandwidth, as well as their power ratio. Select C/N Ratio and then press Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters.

8. Harmo D ist

Measures the power of each order of harmonic and THD (total harmonic distortion) of the carrier. The highest o rder of harmonics f or meas urement is 1 0. The fundamental harmoni c a mplitude of the carrier signal must be greater than

-50 dBm; otherwise the measurement will be invalid. Select Harmo Dist and then press Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters.

9. TOI

Measures the third-order intercept (TOI) of a two-tone signal (with the same amplitude and similar frequenc y), including the frequencies and amplitudes of Lower Ton e , Upper Tone, Low e r 3rd TOI, and Upp er 3rd TOI, as we l l as the intercept points of both the Lower 3rd TOI and Upper 3rd TOI. Select TOI and then pres s Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters. Restart

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VSWR

Enables or disables the VSWR measurement function. When the VSWR measurement function is enabled, the user i nt erf ace is divided into two sections automatically (the lower section provides the measurement wizard). At this time, you can perform the VSWR measurement accord ing to the wizard. Press Meas Setup to set the corresponding parameters.

Tip:

The VSWR bridge and track ing generator are required in VSWR measurement. Therefore, this fun ction is only av ailable f or RSA3030E-TG/RSA3015E-TG installed with VSWR bridge. When the VSWR measurement is enabled, the tracking generator is enabled autom atically, and the backlight of TG on the front panel turns on.

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Parameter

Remarks

Default

100

Range

1 to 10,000

Unit

None

Knob Step

Left/Right Arrow Key Step

Up/Down Arrow Key Step

NewdataOldAvg1)(k

NewAvg

+×−

）

10101)(k

10log

（

NewAvg

Newdata

OldAvg

+×−

Meas Setup

Open the parameter setting menu of the function selected in the Meas menu.

Swept SA

1. Avg Number

Specif ies the number of counts (N) for Average, Max Hold, and Min Hold . For Average, the greater the value of N, the smoother the trace is displayed. In Average, Max Hold, and Min Hold modes, when performing the single measurement, the instrument stops sweeping after the sweep count has reached N.

Table 2-30 Swept SA Average Count

2. Avg Mode

The average modes include "Log", "RMS", and "Scalar".  Log: In this mode, all filtering and averaging processes select the log unit

(dB). This average type is the most effective one for finding the low-level signal that is close to the noise amplitude. The formula is shown as follow:

(2-15)

In the above formula, the parameter unit is dB.

 RMS: In this mode, all filtering and averaging proce sses work on the power

(the square of the amplitud e) of the signal. This average type is best for measuring the true time average power of complex signals. The formula is shown as follows:

(2-16)

In the above formula, the parameter unit is dB.

 Scalar: In this mode, all filtering and averaging processes work on the

voltage envelope of the signal. This average type is the most appropriate one for observing the great enve lope fluctuations of AM or pulse-modulated signals such as radar and TDMA transmitters. The formula is shown as follows:

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）（

10101)

20logNewAvg

Newdata

OldAvg

+×−

(2-17)

In the above formula, the parameter unit is dB.

3. Avg State

Enables or disables the auto average function. When the auto average function is enabled, the instrument will select the best a vera ge type base d on the current settings. When you select one of the ave rage types manually , t he instrument will apply the selected ty pe, and the auto ave rage functi on is disabled a utomaticall y.

4. Limit

Sets the parameters of limit lines. After you press Preset, the limit line measurement function is disabled, but the data of the limit lines will be reserve d. The limit line data will only be deleted when the loading mode is Default. When you exit the measurement mode, the limit line data will not be deleted.

1) Test Limits

Selects whether the displayed traces are tested against the corresponding limit lines. For ea ch display ed trace, the corresponding limit li ne is turned o n, and a message will be displayed at the upper-left corner of the trace to indicate whether the test p asses or fails.

2) Select Limit

Selects the current limit line. By default, it is L imit1.

3) Limit State

Enables or disables the displa y of the limit line. When the limit line is on , the measurement interface dis plays t he l imit l ine, an d t he c orres ponding tra ces are tested based on the current limit lines. Each limit line is displayed in a different color.

4) Edit Limit

When "Display State" of the limit line is set to "On", this menu is valid. When you press this key to enter the editing menu, open the lim it editing window. Then , the cu rrent limit line will be turne d o n. Close the peak ta ble, and open the trace that corresponds to the limit line.

 Type: Selects the type of the current limit line to be "Upper" or

"Lower". If the trace amplitude is greater than the amplitude of the upper limit line and smaller than that of the lower limit line, then the test fails.

 X To CF: When "Fixed" is selected, the frequency of the current editing

point will not be affec ted by the center frequency. When "Relative" is selected, the frequency of the current editing point is the difference between the frequency of the point and the current center frequency. At this time, if the center frequency changes, then the position of the

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current editing point changes along with the center frequency.

 Y To Ref: When "Fixed" is selected, the amplitude of the current

editing point will not be affected by the reference level. When "Relative" is selected, the amplitude of the current editing point is the difference between the amplitude of the point and that of the current reference level. At this time, if the reference level changes, then the position of the current editing point changes along with the reference level.

 Margin State: Enables or disables the display of the margin. When

you enable the display of the margin, the measurement interface displays the margin lines; when you disable the display of the margin, the margin is invalid.

 Margin: Sets the margin for the current limit line.  Navigation: Selects the first line of the limit line table.  Frequency: Edits the frequency of the current point. When R el F req is

selected, edit the frequency difference between the frequency of the current point and the center frequency.

 Amplitude: Edits the amplitude of the curre nt point. If t he Rel Ampt is

enabled, edit the amplitude difference between the amplitude of the current point and the reference level.

 Append Point: Inserts an edit point.  Delete Point: Deletes the point that you are editing.  Build From: Sets a trace for building the limit line. The range is from

Trace1 to Trace6.

 Build: Builds the limit line according to the selected trace.  Copy From: Copies the selected limit line into the current limit line.

The range is fro m Limit1 to Limit6.

 Copy: Performs the limit line copy operation.  X Offset: Se t s t he frequency o ffs et of the current limit line.  Y Offset: Sets the amplitude offset of the current limit line.  Apply Offset: Adds th e X and Y offsets to each point of the current

limit line, then resets the X and Y offset values to 0.

Tip: You c an touch any point in the trace d isplay window on the screen to edit the current point to be the limit line data point. You can also drag the point to adjust the position of the current edit point, that is, to chang e the frequency/amplitude of the current point.

5) Test Trace

Sets the trace for the current limit line test.

6) Delete Limit

Deletes the currently selected limit line. The data of the current limit line will be cleared and they will be restored to factory defaults.

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7) Deletes A l l L imits

Deletes all limit lines. After you press the menu , t he data of all the li mit lines will be cleared and they will be restored to factory defaults.

5. Auto Couple

When you enable "Auto Couple" function, all the manual/auto settings in the current measurement mode will be set t o "Auto". This operation does not affect other measurement modes. In auto state, the auto c oupled parameters are changed with their coupled parameters. The auto cou pling oper ation will ensu re the optimal perfor mance of the instrument. After the o peration, all the auto coupled parameters will immediately be automatically reset based on the coupled par amet ers.

6. Meas Preset

Restores all parameters of the current measurement mode to their factory default values.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Guaranty and Declaration

Safety Requirement

General Safety Summary

Safety Notices and Symbols

Care and Cleaning

Environmental Consideratio ns

RSA3000E Series Overview

Document Overview

Chapter 1 Quick Start

General Inspection

Appearance and Dimensions

To Prepare for Use

To Adjust the Supporting Legs

To Connect to AC Power

Turn-on Checkout

Self-calibration

To Set the System Language

Front Panel

Function Keys on the Fron t Panel

Utility Function Keys on the Front Panel

Front Panel Key Backlight

Front Panel Connector

To Use the Numeric Keypad

Rear Panel

User Interface

GPSA Mode User Interface

RTSA Mode User Interface

EMI Mode User Interface

VSA Mode User Interface

Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule

Mouse Operation Rule

Keyboard Operation Rule

Touch Screen Operation Rule

Menu Operation

Parameter Setting

To Use the Built-in Help System

Fuse Replacement

Mode Setting

Mode

Mode Setup

Global CF Mode

Global CF

Mode Preset

EMC Standard (Only Available for EMI Mode)

Meters Control (Only Available for EMI Mode)

Install the Option

Basic Settings

FREQ

Center Freq

Start Freq

Stop Freq

CF step

Freq Offset

CF Step Mode

Signal Track

SPAN

Span

Last Span

Full Span

Zero Span

AMPT

Ref Level

Attenuation

Atten Auto

RF Preamp

Y Axis Unit

Scale Type

Scale/Div

Max Mixer Lvl

Ref Offset

Sweep and Function Settings

RBW Mode

SPAN/RBW Ratio

SPAN/RBW Mode

VBW Mode

VBW/RBW Ratio