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RSA500A Series
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers
Installation and Safety
Instructions
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071-3452-03
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Table of Contents
Important safety information .............. ............................. ii
General safety summary........ ................................... ii
Terms in this manual .................................... ........... iv
Symbols and terms on the product......... ....................... iv
Preface......................................................... ............ v
Key Features.......................................... ............. vii
Standard accessories . . ... . . . ... . . . ... . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . ... . . . ... vii
Product options.................. ................................... ix
Optional accessories . . . ... . . . ... . . . ... . . . ... . . . ... . . . ... . . . .. . . . . .. ix
Service options ............... ...................................... ix
Documentation ................................. ..................... x
Installation ................... ............................................. 1
Prepare the PC........................................... ............ 1
Battery pack ........................ ................................. 3
AC adapter ............................................ ............... 7
Functional check ............. ....................................... 8
Front panel................. ........................................ 11
Operating requirements ............................. ................... 15
Cooling requirements ............................................ . 15
Environmental requirements .................................... . 16
Electrical ratings................................................... 17
Cleaning................................ ............................ 18
Compliance information ................... ............................ 19
EMC compliance.... .............................................. 19
Safety compliance........................ ......................... 20
Environmental considerations.................................... 22
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions i
Important safety information
Important safety information
This manual contains information and wa rnings that must be followed
by the user for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition.
General safety summary
Use the product only as specified. Review the follow ing safety
precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any
products connected to it. Carefully read all instructions. Retain these
instructions for future reference.
Comply with local and national safety codes.
For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you
follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition to the safety
precautions specified in this manual.
The product is designed to be used by trained personnel only.
Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should
remove the cover for repair, maintenance, or adjustment.
This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.
While using this product, you m ay need to access other parts of a larger
system. Read the safety sections of the other component manuals for
warnings and cautions related to operating the system.
When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that
system is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
To avoid fire or personal injury
Use proper AC adapter. Use only the AC adapter specified for this
product
Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this
product and certified for the country of use. Do not use the provid ed
power cord for other products.
ii RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions
.
Important safety information
Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes
or test leads while they are connected to a voltage source.
Observe all terminal ratings. To a void fire or shock hazard, observe all
ratings and markings on t he product. Consult the product manual for
further ratings information before making connections to the product.
Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common
terminal, that exceeds t he maximum rating of that terminal.
The measuring terminals on this product are not rated for connection to
mains or Category II, III, or IV circuits.
Do not operate without covers. Do not op e rate this product with covers
or panels removed, or with the case open.
Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and
components when power is present.
Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that there is damage
to this product, have it inspected by qualified service personnel.
Disable the product if it is dam aged . Do not use the product if it is
damaged or operates incorrectly. If in doubt about safety of the product,
turn it off and disconnect the power. Clearly mark the product to prevent
its further operation.
Examine the exterior of the product before you use it. Look for cracks
or missing pieces.
Use only specified replacement parts.
Replace batteries properly. Replace batteries only with the specified
type and rating.
Recharge batteries properly. Recharge batteries for the recommended
charge cycle only.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
Remove the input signals before
you clean the product.
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions iii
Important safety information
Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the installation instructions in the
manual for details on installin g the product so it has proper ventilation.
Provide a safe working environment. Avoid improper or prolo nged use of
keyboards, pointers, and button pads. Improper or prolonged keyboard
or pointer use may r
Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult
with an ergonomics professional to avoid stress injuries.
Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product.
Terms in this manual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could
result in damage to this product or othe r property.
esult in serious injury.
Symbols and terms on the product
These terms m ay appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you
read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible
as you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
iv RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions
Preface
The RSA500 Series are battery o
Analyzers that contain an acquisition system inside a small module. The
user interface and display are provided by the SignalVu-PC software
once it is installed on a Windo
all control and data signals to the instrument over the USB 3.0 cabl e .
If yo u do not wish to use Sign
Programming Interface (API) is provided to allow you to create your
own custom signal pro cessing application.
perated, portable Real-Time Spectrum
ws tablet (host PC). The host PC provides
alVu-PC, a Software Application
Products
RSA503A(9kHz–3GHzfrequencyrange)
RSA507A (9 kHz – 7.5 GHz frequency range)
RSA513A (9 kHz – 13.6 GHz frequency range)
RSA518A(9kHz–18GHzfrequencyrange)
This document contains the following information:
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions v
Preface
A list of standard and optional accessories
Installation procedure
Functional check procedure
Front and rear panel con necto r description
EMC (electromagnetic compliance), safety, and environmental
standards with which the instrument complies
vi RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions
Key Features
9 kHz – 3 GHz frequency range (RSA503A)
9 kHz – 7.5 GHz frequency range (RSA50 7A)
9 kHz – 13.6 GHz frequency range (RSA513A)
9 kHz – 18 GHz frequency range (RSA518A)
40 MHz real time bandwidth
External reference and trigger/sync inputs
Tracking generator option
Mapping, GPS, signal database and interference hunting
USB 3.0 control/data inter face to PC
Publicly-accessible software application programming interface
(API)
Battery-operated
Water resistant connectors and case
Preface
Standard accessories
The instrument ships with the following accessories.
Accessory Tektronix part number
Installation and Safety manual
USB 3.0 A-to-A cable with screw lock
Rechargable Li-Ion battery pack WFM200BA
AC po wer adapter (with specified power cord) See following list of
USB Flash Drive containing documentation
files and software: USB drivers, API drivers,
SignalVu-PC software
Carrying case for tablet PC and analyzer
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions vii
071-3452-xx
174-6810-xx
International power cords
063-4543-xx
016-2055-xx
Preface
International power cords
Your instrument was shipped with one of the following power cord
options. Power cords for use in North America are UL listed and CSA
certified. Cords for use in areas other t han North America are approved
by at least one authority acceptable in the country to which the product
is shipped.
CAUTION. To r e d uce r i s k of fire and shock, use the certified power cord
provided with the product.
Opt. A0 – North America power
Opt. A1 – Universal EUR power
Opt. A2 – United Kingdom power
Opt. A3 – Australia power
Opt. A5 – Switzerland power
Opt. A6 – Japan power
Opt. A10 – China power
Opt. A11 – India power
Opt. A12 – Brazil power
Opt. A991– No power cord
1
When ordering the A99 option, it is the responsibility of the end user to be sure that
acertified power cord, for the country or region in which it is installed, is used with this
instrument.
viii RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions
Product options
Option Description
Option 04 Tracking generator (must be ordered with
Optional accessories
Preface
instrument)
Optional accessories su
attenuators, and antennas are avail a ble from Tektronix. Visit
www.tek.com to view optional accessories.
Service options
The instrument includes a 3 year warranty. Read the warranty statement
at the front of thi
Option number Description
Purchased with instrument
C3 Calibration Service 3 Years
C5 Calibration Service 5 Years
D1
D3
D5
R5
Post-purchase service options
R5DW
ch as cables, adapters, calibration kits,
s manual for details.
CalDataReport
Cal Data R eport 3 Years (with option C3)
Cal Data R eport 5 Years (with option C5)
Repair Service for 5 Years (including Warranty)
Repair Service Coverage, extending from date of
purchase to 5 years (including warranty)
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions ix
Preface
Documentation
Following i s a list of documenta tio n available for this pr oduct and
shows where you can find it: in a printed manual, on the product flash
drive, or on the Tektronix Web site at www.tek.com.
Item Purpose Location
Installation and Safety
Instructions (this
manual)
Performance Verification
Technical Reference
SignalVu-PC Help
RSA306B, RSA500 A
Series, RSA600A Series
API Programmer manual
SignalVu-PC
Programmer manual
Software and hardware installation
instructions and the associated
safety warnings and compliance
information.
Performance verification procedures
to check instrument performance
Application operation and
interpreting measurement results
information
Details on comm
the instrument
Details on commands used with the
SignalVu-PC app lication
ands used to control
through an API
Printed manual
and also
available on the
product flash
drive and at
www.tek.com/manuals
Available at
www.tek.com/manuals
Help files located
within the
application
Available at
www.tek.com/m
Available at
www.tek.com/manuals
anuals
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Installation
This section provides instructions on ho w to install the software and
hardware, and how to perform a functional check to verify system
operation. Refer to the SignalVu-PC application Help for more detailed
operation and application inform a tion.
Unpack the instrument and check that you have received all of the
standard accessories for your instrument configu ration. (See page vii,
Standard accessories.) If you ordered optional accessories, check that
those you ordered are in your shipment.
Prepare the PC
All of the software required to operate the RSA500 Series from a
PC is included on the flash drive that ships with the instrument. The
instrument can be controlled with Tektronix SignalVu-PC software,
or you can control the instrument through your own custom signal
processing application and API. Both SignalVu-PC and API control
require a USB 3.0 connection to the instrument for communication.
Load the SignalVu-PC and TekVISA software
This software must be installed to co ntrol the instrument through the
SignalVu-PC software.
1. Insert the flash drive included with the analyzer into the host PC.
Windows File Explorer should open automatically. If it does not,
openitmanuallyandbrowsetotheflash drive folder.
2. Select SignalVu-PC from the list of folders.
3. Select the Win64 folder.
4. Double-click Setup.exe and follow the on-screen instructions to
install SignalVu-PC. The USB driver will install automatically as
part of this process.
5. When the SignalVu-PC setup is complete, a TekVISA dialog box
appears. Verify that the Install TekVISA box is checked. TekVISA
is optimized for SignalVu-PC, especially for instrument searching,
and is the recommended VISA application.
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 1
Installation
For additional information about installation, option activation and
operation, refer to the Sig nalVu-PC Quick Start User Manual document,
located in SignalVu-PC under Help /Quick Start Manual (PDF) and at
www.tek.com.
Load the API driver software
If you want to use the API to create your own custom signal processing
application, load the softwareusingtheprocedurebelow.
1. Insert the flash drive included with the analyzer into the host PC.
2. Select RSA API and USB from the list of folders. The USB driver
3. Double-click the appropriate setup.exe file and follow the
Windows File Explorer should open automatically. If it does not,
open it manu ally and browse to the flash drive folder.
is installed automatically as part of the SignalVu-PC application
installation, but if you need to install it manually, it is located in
this folder.
on-screen instructions to install the software .
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Battery pack
Battery charge level indicators
When the WFM200BA battery p ack is not installed in the instrument,
you can check the charge level by pressing the Check bu tton on the back
of the battery pack. LEDs illuminate to indicate the amount of charge
remaining in increments of approximately 20%.
When the battery pack is installed in the instrument, i t charges whenever
the AC adapter is attached. The front-panel battery LED indicates if the
battery is charging or not. If connected to the SignalVu-PC application ,
the application monitors the battery and provides a detai led battery
status. Refer to the SignalVu-PC help for m ore information.
Installation
You can charge the battery pack outside of the instrument using the
optional WFM200BC external charger.
Battery pack installation
The instrument is shipped with a WFM200BA Lithium -Ion rechargeable
battery pack. Perform the following steps to install the b attery pack.
NOTE. For optimum performance, charge the battery pack completely
before using it for the first time o r after prolonged storage.
The battery pack can be installed or removed while the instrument is turned
on and operati ng with the AC adapter.
See the WFM200BA Rechargeable Battery Pack Instructions for more
information about the battery pack.
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 3
Installation
1. On the bottom of the instrume nt, remove the cover for the battery
2. Insert the WFM200BA battery pack into the battery compartment.
compartment:
a. Lift up the two b attery-cover rings and rotate ¼ turn
counterclockwise.
b. Lift aw ay the battery cover.
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Installation
3. Lay battery pack tab flat on to p of the battery. Do not let the tab
interfere with the battery cover seal.
4. Reinstall the battery compartment cover:
a. Insert the tabs on the battery cover into the chassis slots.
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 5
Installation
b. Close the battery cover and rotate the battery cover rings ¼ turn
clockwise to secure the cover.
c. Lay the battery cover rings down flat.
6 RSA500 A Series Installation and Safety Instructions
AC adapter
Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the rear of the
instrument shown below.
NOTE. If a battery pack is installed in the instrument, it will automatically
charge whenever the supplied AC adapter is connected, w hethe r the
instrument is On or Off.
Installation
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 7
Installation
Functional check
Refer to the front panel illustration for connector locations. (See
Figure 1 on page 11.)
1. Ensure that either a battery is installed or AC power is supplied
from the external supply.
2. Connect the USB cable included with the analyzer between the
analyzer and the host PC.
NOTE. The instrument automatically powers on and the front-panel power
LED lights when a USB connection is detected.
3. Connect an RF cable between the instrument’s input and a signal
source. This could b e a signal generator, device under test, or an
antenna.
4. Start the SignalVu-PC application on the host P C.
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Installation
5. SignalVu-PC automatically establishes a connection to the
instrument via the USB cable.
6. A Connect Status dialog appears in the SignalVu-PC status bar to
confirm that the instrument is connected.
NOTE. You can quickly verify connection status by looking at the
Connection indicator in the SignalVu-PC status bar. It is green (
an instrument is connected
also view the name of the i
mouse pointer o ver the i
ndicator.
, and red (
nstrument that is connected by hovering the
) when not connected. You can
)when
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 9
Installation
Automatic connection fails. In some instances, the automatic connection
may fail. Typically, the cause is that SignalVu-PC is already connected
to an instrument (either USB or network). In this situation, use
the following steps to make a connection using the SignalVu-PC
application.
1. Click Connect on the m enu bar to view the drop down menu.
2. Select Disconnect From Instrument to end the existing
3. Select Connect to Instrument. The USB con nected instruments
4. If you do not see the expected instrument, click Search for
5. Select the instrument. First time connection to the analyzer may
Confirm operation
connection.
appear in the Connect to Instrument list.
Instrument. TekVISA searches for the instrument, and a
notification appears when the instrument is found. Check that
the newly-found instrument now appears in the Connect to
Instrument list.
take up to 10 seconds while the instrument runs Power On Self
Test (POST) diagnostics.
After you have installed the software and connected the system
components, do the following to confirm system operation.
1. Press the Preset button in SignalVu-PC. This will launch the
Spectrum display, set preset parameters, and set the analyzer to
run state.
2. Check that the spectrum appears.
3. Check that the center frequency is 1 GHz.
When you are ready to disconnect from the instrum ent, select
Disconnect from Instrument to end the current connection.
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Front panel
The following figure shows the connections and indicators on the
instrument. Use the reference numbers to locate the descriptions.
Figure 1: Front panel
1–USB3.0TypeAconnector
The USB 3.0 connector has a water tight cap attached. When not in
use, finger tighten the cap to the connector to prevent ingress of water
and dust.
To connect the analyzer to the h ost PC via the USB 3.0 connector,
use the USB 3.0 Type A to USB 3.0 Type A cable provided with the
instrument. This cable has a water tigh t cap on the instrum ent end to
ensure a reliable connection and to protect from water ingress. Finger
tighten the USB cable cap to the instrument.
Installation
The instrument automatically powers on when connected to a powered
USB port.
CAUTION. It is important to secure the USB cable to the instrum ent using
the USB cable cap to maintain a reliable connection and protect from wa ter
ingress.
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 11
Installation
2 – USB status LED
Indicates when the instrument is powered on and USB data transfer.
3–BatteryLED
Indicates external power source and battery charging state.
4 – Antenna input connector
Use this SMA female connector to connect an optional GNSS a ntenna.
5 – Tracking Generator source output connector
Use this N-type female connector to provide RF signal output to use the
optional tracking generator feature in the Sig nalVu-PC application. This
connector is available only on instruments with Option 04 Tracking
Generator.
Steady Red: USB power applied, or resetting
Steady Green: Initialized, ready for use
Blinking Green: Transferring data to host PC
Blinking Green: External power connected, battery charging
Off: No external DC power source connected, battery is fully
charged
6 – Ref In (external reference) connector
Use this BNC female connector to connect an external reference signal
to the analyzer. Refer to the instrument specifications for a list of
supported reference frequencies.
7 – Trigger/Sync connector
Use this BNC female connector to connect an external trigger source to
the analyzer. The input accepts TTL-level signals (0 – 5.0 V), and can
be rising- or falling-edge triggered.
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Installation
8 – RF input connector
This N-type female connector recei ves the RF signal input, via cable or
antenna. The input signal frequency range for each instrument model
is listed below. Keep the protective cover on the connector when not
in use.
The input signal frequency range varies between models.
RSA503A: 9 kHz to 3 GHz
RSA507A: 9 kHz to 7.5 GH z
RSA513A: 9 kHz to 13.6 G Hz
RSA518A: 9 kHz to 18 GHz
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 13
Installation
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Operating requirements
This section provides the spec
operate your instrument safely and correctly. See the RSA500A Series
Specifications and Performance Verification Technical R eference for
additional information on sp
Cooling requirements
Without battery installed
When placed on a surface. Ob serve the following clearance requirements
for all unsupported faces.
Top and bottom: 25.4 mm (1.0 in)
Left and right side: 25.4 mm (1.0 in)
Rear: 25.4mm(1.0in)
With battery installed
When inside the Tektronix approved carry case. Place the instrument with
the Tektronix logo facing the mesh side of t he carry case in o rder to
provide adeq
uate airflow for cooling.
ifications that you need to know to
ecifications.
CAUTION. T
do not plac
approved
carry c a
airflow.
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 15
o reduce the risk of overheating an d damage to the instrument,
e the instrument into an enclosed case other than the Tektronix
carry case when the instrument is on. When using the approved
se, ensure the logo faces the mesh side of the case to ensure proper
Operating requirements
Environmental requirements
For instrument accuracy, ensure that the instrument has warmed up for
20 minutes and meets t hese requirements.
Requirement Description
Temperature (without battery installed)
Operating –10 °C to 55 °C (+14 °F to +131 °F)
Non-operating
Temperature (with battery installed)
Operating (discharge) –10 °C to 45 °C (+14 °F to +113 °F)
Storage (not charging) –20 °C to 60°C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Charging 0 °C to 45°C (32 °F to +113 °F)
Humidity (without battery) 5% to 95% (±5%) relative humidity at 10 °C
Humidity (with battery) 5% to 95% (±5%) relative humidity at 10 °C
Altitude (operating) Up to 5000 m (16404 feet)
–51 °C to 71°C (–59.8 °F to +1 23.8 °F)
Operation at -10 ° C may require turning on
the unit at room temperature first.
to30°C(50°Fto86°F)
5% to 75% (±5%) relative humidity above
30 °C to 40 °C (86 °F to 104 °F)
5% to 45% (±5%) relative humidity above
40 °C to 55 °C (104 °F to 131 °F)
to30°C(50°Fto86°F)
5% to 45% (±5%) relative humidity above
30 °C to 50 °C (86 °F to 122 °F)
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Electrical ratings
Power requirements
This instrument is intended to be powered by the WFM200BA
Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack or the 18 V DC AC adapter.
AC power
When the instrument operates from the external AC adapter, the
following power requirements apply:
A single-phase power source with on e current-carrying conductor
at or near earth-ground (the neutral conductor).
The power source frequency must be 50 or 60 Hz, the operating
voltage range must be fro m 100 to 240 VAC, continuous. The
typical power d raw is less than 15 W.
WARNING. To reduce risk of fire and shock, make sure the mains supply
voltage fluctuations do not exceed 10% of the operating volta ge range .
Operating requirements
Systems with both current-carrying conductors live with respect
to ground (su ch as phase-to-phase in multiphase systems) are no t
recommended as power sources.
NOTE. Only the line conductor is fused for over-current protection. The
fuse is internal and not user replaceable. Do not attempt to replace the
fuse. If you suspect the fuse has blown, return the unit to an authorized
service center for repair.
Use the proper power cord with the AC adapter. (See page viii,
International power cords.)
NOTE. See the instrument Specifications and Performance Verification
Technical Reference for additional information on power and environmental
requirements.
RSA500A Series Installation and Safety Instructions 17
Operating requirements
Battery power
This instrument can be powered by a Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery
pack. One WFM200BA battery pack is provided with the instrument. If
needed, you can purchase additional battery packs.
NOTE. For optimum performance, charge the battery pack completely
before using it for the first time or after prolonged storage.
When installed, the battery pack will charge whenever the supplied AC
adapter is conne cted, whether the instrument is On, Off, or in Standby
mode. The charging rate is unaffected by instrument operation.
When using the WFM200BA battery pack to power the instrument, read
the following battery safety notices. See the WFM200BA Rechargeable
Battery Pack Instructions for information about how to properly operate
and maintain the battery pack.
CAUTION. To avoid damage to the battery pack, use only the instrument or
the optional WFM200BC battery charger to charge the battery pack. Do
not connect any other volta ge source to the battery pack.
To avoid overheating of the battery pack during charging, do not exceed
the maximum am bient temperature of 40 °C. The battery pack will stop
charging if it gets too hot.
The temperature at which the battery pack stops charging varies de pendin g
on the charging current and the battery heat dissipation characteristics.
This is particularly true when the instrument is being operated while the
battery pack is ch arging. The actual battery-charging temperature limit
may be lower than 40 °C.
Cleaning
Cleaning is not required for the safe operation of the instrument.
However, if you wish to
instrument, clean the with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If
any dirt remains, use a cloth or swab dipped in a 75% isopropyl alcohol
solution. Do not us
may damage the chassis.
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perform routine cleaning on the exterior of the
e abrasive compounds on any part of the chassis that
Compliance information
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance), safety, and
environmental standards with which the instrument compl ies.
EMC compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic
Compatibility. Compliance w as dem on strated to the follow ing
specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European
Communities:
6-2-1.
EN 61326-1, EN 6132
for measurement, control, and laboratory use.
EMC requirements for electrical equipment
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CISPR 11. Radiate
d and conducted emissions, G roup 1, Class A
IEC 61000-4-2. Electrostatic discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-3. RF electromagnetic field immunity
IEC 61000-4-4
. Electrical fast transient/b urst immunity
IEC 61000-4-5. Power line surge immunity
IEC 61000-4-6. Conducted RF immunity
IEC 61000-4
EN 61000-3-2. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 61000
European contact.
-3-3.
-11. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity
Voltage changes, fluctuatio ns, and flicke r
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Mfr. Compliance Contact
Tektronix, Inc. PO Box 500, MS 19‐045
Beaverton, OR 97077 U SA
www.tek.com
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1
This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas
may cause electromagnetic interference.
2
Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this
equipment is connected t o a test o
3
For compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface cables
that incorporate low impedance connection between the cable shield and the connector
shell should be used.
4
Equipment may not meet the immunity requirements of applicable listed standards when
test leads and/or test probes are connected.
5
Residual spurio us signals in t
to 1 GHz and to -50 dBm at 1.4 GHz to 2.7 GHz when the instrument is subjected to
electromagnetic interference per the IEC 61000-4-3 test.
6
Residual spurious signals in the RF section can typically increase to -55 dBm when the
instrument is subjected to el
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Performance criteria C.
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Self-recovery times of gre
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity – EMC
bject.
he RF section can typically increase to -55 dBm at 80 MHz
ectromagnetic interference per the IEC 61000-4-6 test.
ater than 10 seconds can be experienced.
Complies with the EMC pro
the following standard, in accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11. Radiated and
in accordance with EN 61326.
Safety compliance
This section lists the safety stan dards with which the product complies
and other safety complian ce information.
IEC 61010-1. Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipm ent for
Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use – Part 1: General
Requirements.
Equipment type
Test and m eas
vision of the Radiocommunications Act per
Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A,
uring equipmen t.
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Pollution degree description
A measure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment
around and within a product.Typically the internal environme nt inside a
product is considered to be the same as the external. Pro ducts should be
used only in the environm ent for which they are rated.
Pollution Degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution
occurs. Products in this category are generally encapsulated,
hermetically sealed, or loc
Pollution Degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs.
Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is caused b y condensation
must be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment.
Temporary condensation occurs only when the product is ou t of service.
ated in clean rooms.
Pollution Degree 3.
pollution that becomes conductive due to condensation. These are
sheltered locations where neither temperature nor humidity is controlled.
The area is protec
Pollution Degree 4. Pollution t hat generates persistent conductivity
through conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical outdoor locations.
Conductive pollution, or dry, nonco nductive
ted from direct sunshine, rain, or direct wind.
Pollution degree rating
Pollution degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Rated for indoor, dry
location use only.
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP52 (as defined in IEC 60529-2004). Rated as dust protected and
protected from the ingress of dripping water when less than 15° from
vertical.
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Environmental considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of
the product.
Product end-of-life handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrum ent or
component:
Equipment recycling. Production of this equipment required the
extraction and use of nat
substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health
if improperly handled at the product’s end of life. To avoid release of
such substances into th
resources, we encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate
system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused or recycled
appropriately.
This symbol indicates that this product complies with the
applicable European Union requirements according to
Directives 2012/19/EU and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries. For information
about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of
the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com/productrecycling).
ural resources. The equipment may contain
e environment and to reduce the use of natural
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Battery recycling. The WFM 200BA Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery
pack must be recycled or disposed of properly:
Lithium-Ion batteries are subject to disposal and recycling
regulations that vary by country and regio n. Alw ays check
and follow your ap plicable regulations before d isposing of any
battery. Contact Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation
(www.rbrc.org) for U.S.A. and Canada, or yo ur local battery
recycling organization.
Many countries prohibit the disposal of waste electronic equipment
in standard waste receptacles.
Place only discharged batteries in a battery collection container.
Use electrical tape o r other approved covering over the battery
connection points to prevent short circuits.
NOTE. See the WFM200BA Rechargeable Battery Pack Instructions
(Tektronix part number 075-1041-XX) for information o n storage,
transportation, and end-of-life recycling or disposal of the WFM200BA
Lithium-Ion battery pack.
Transporting Lithium-Ion batteries
The capacity of
the Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack in this
product is under 100 Wh. The lithium-equivalent content, as defined by
the UN Man ual of Test and Criteria Part III Section 38.3, is under 8 g
per pack and 1
.5 g per individual cell.
Always check all applicable local, national, and international
regulation
s before transport ing a Lithium -Ion battery.
Transporting an end-of-life, damaged, or recalled battery may, in
certain c
ases, be specifically limited or prohibited.
The battery pack must be adequately protected against short-circuit
or damag
e during transport.
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