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SA2500 Spectrum Analyzer
ZZZ
User Manual
*P071311801*
071-3118-01
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SA2500 Spectrum Analyzer
ZZZ
User Manual
www.tektronix.com
071-3118-01
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Contacting Tektronix
Tektronix, Inc.
14150 SW Karl Braun Drive
P.O. Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
USA
For product information, sales, service, and technical support:
In North America, call 1-800-833-9200.
Worldwide, visit www.tektronix.com to find contacts in your area.
Warranty
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of
shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defective
product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and
replacement products used by Tektronix for warranty work may be new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced
parts, modules and products become the property of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period
and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the
defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the
product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall
be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and
care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from a ttempts by personnel
other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or
connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or
d) to service a product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX' RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
IS THE SOLE AND E XCLU S IVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX
AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.
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Table of Contents
General safety summary ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ...... . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... iii
Compliance information ............................................................................................................... v
EMC compliance ................................................................................................................. v
Safety compliance................................................................................................................vi
Environmental considerations .................................................................................................. vii
Preface............................................................................................................................... viii
Key features .................................................................................................................... viii
Documentation ................................................................................................................. viii
Instrument software..............................................................................................................ix
SA2500 measurement options . . ..... . . . . ...... . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . ..... . x
Conventions used in this manual..... . . . . ...... . . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ....... . . . . . ....... . xi
Preventing personal injury from lightning . . . ...... . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . ....... . . . . . ..... . . . . . . ....... . . . . ........ . . . . ...... . . . . . . .. xii
Installation.............................................................................................................................. 1
Standard accessories . . . ...... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ........ . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ..... 1
Operating considerations ........................................................................................................ 2
Installing batteries................................................................................................................ 4
Connecting the AC adapter.... . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . 5
Charging the batteries ........................................................................................................... 5
Battery maintenance and handling . . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ........ . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . 6
Powering on and off the instrument, and functional verification................................................................ 7
Calibrate the touch screen....................................................................................................... 8
Setting date and time ............................................................................................................ 9
Starting the SA2500 spectrum analyzer application... . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... 10
Setting display colors ........................................................................................................... 10
Getting acquainted with your instrument . . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . . 11
Instrument elements ............................................................................................................ 11
Power On/Standby and status panel . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . 11
Input/Output connectors . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ........ . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . . . ...... . . . . . ... 12
Signal connectors .. . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . .... 12
The user interface............................................................................................................... 13
ing help ..................................................................................................................... 18
Gett
Operating basics...................................................................................................................... 19
Enable signal standards ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . . 19
Enable signal types ....... . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . . ... 20
Select a measurement type..................................................................................................... 20
Spectrum/Spectrogram measurements........................................................................................ 21
®
DPX
spectrum display ......................................................................................................... 24
Amplitude vs. time measurement .............................................................................................. 26
IF output ......................................................................................................................... 29
Triggering. . . . . . ....... . . . . . ..... . . . . . . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . ....... . . . . ...... . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . ..... . . . . ... 30
Signal classification............................................................................................................. 33
iMap measurement mapping mode . . ...... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . ...... . . . . ..... . . . . . ...... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . 40
Table of Content
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Remote instrum
Specifications .........................................................................................................................60
Index
s
Measurement data logging . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ....... . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... . . . . . ..... 51
ent access........................................................................................................... 54
Configure the instrument network settings..................................................................................... 54
Configure the instrument ActiveSync settings ................................................................................. 56
Configure Acti
veSync on the PC ............................................................................................... 57
Remote control using Virtual CE ............................................................................................... 59
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General safety s
ummary
General safet
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
While using this product, you may 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.
To avoid fire or personal injury
Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use.
Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consult the
product ma
The input
Power dis
must remain accessible to the user at all times.
Do not operate without covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by
qualified service personnel.
nual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.
s are not rated for connection to mains or Category II, III, or IV circuits.
connect.
y summary
The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. Do not block the power cord; it
Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
Replace batteries properly. Replace batteries only with the specified type and rating.
Recharge batteries properly. Recharge batteries for the recommended charge cycle only.
Use proper AC adapter. Use only the AC adapter specified for this product.
Do not operate in an explosive a tmosphere.
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 other property.
Symbols and terms on the product
These terms may appear on the product:
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General safety s
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.
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
ummary
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Compliance info
rmation
Compliance in
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance), safety, and environmental standards with which the instrument
complies.
EMC compliance
EC declarati
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following
specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
EN 61326-1:2006, EN 61326-2-1:2006. EMC requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laborator
CISPR 11:2
IEC 61000
IEC 61000
IEC 61000
IEC 6100
IEC 6100
IEC 6100
on of conformity – EMC
1234
yuse.
003. Radiated and conducted emissions, Group 1, Class A
-4-2:2001. Electrostatic discharge immunity
-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic field immunity
-4-4:2004. Electrical fast transient/burst immunity
0-4-5:2001. Power line surge immunity
0-4-6:2003. Conducted RF immunity
0-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity
formation
5
6
7
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 6100
0-3-3:1995.
Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker
European contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas may cause electromagnetic interference.
This
Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object.
To ensure compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface cables should be used.
When the application of a test with transient electromagnetic phenomenon results in the product rebooting, the self-recovery time
can exceed 10 seconds. For example, at the 0% for 250 cycle Voltage Interruption test of IEC 61000-4-11.
Residual spurious signals can typically increase up to a level of -30 dBm with exposure to t he disturbance levels of this test.
Residual spurious signals can typically increase up to a level of -70 dBm with exposure to t he disturbance levels of this test.
Performance Criterion C applied at the 70%/25 cycle Voltage-Dip and the 0%/250 cycle Voltage-Interruption test levels
(IEC 61000-4-11).
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Compliance info
rmation
Australia / New Zealand declaration of conformity – EMC
Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per the following standard, in accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN 61326-1:2006 and
EN 61326-2-1:2006.
Australia/New Zealand contact.
Baker & McKenzie
Level 27, AMP
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Centre, 50 Bridge Street
Safety compliance
ANSI/UL61010-1:2004. Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use
CSA C22.2 No. 61010.1:2004. Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory U se
EN 61010-1:2001. Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use
IEC61010-1:2001. Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use
ISA 82.02.01. Electrical Equipment for M easurement, Control, and Laboratory Use
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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 instrument or component:
Equipment recycling. Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources. The equipment
may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s
end of life. In order to avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural 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 2002/96/EC 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).
Battery recycling. The Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack in this product must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Lithium-Ion batteries are subject to disposal and recycling regulations that vary by country and region. Always check and
follow your applicable regulations before disposing of any battery. Contact Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation
(www.rbrc.org) for U.S.A. and Canada, or your local battery recycling organization.
Compliance info
rmation
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 or other approved covering over
the battery con
nection points to prevent short circuits.
Mercury notification. This product uses an LCD backlight lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated due to
environmental considerations. Please contact your local authorities or, within the United States, refer to the E-cycling Central
Web page (www.eiae.org) for disposal or recycling information.
Perchlorate materials. This product contains one or more type CR lithium batteries. According to the state
of California, CR lithium batteries are classified as perchlorate materials and require special handling. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for additional information.
Transporting Lithium-Ion batteries
The capacity of the Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack in this product is under 100 Wh. The provided battery pack has
been shown to meet th
Always check all applicable local, national, and international regulations before transporting a Lithium-Ion battery.
Transporting an end-of-life, damaged, or recalled battery may, in certain cases, be specifically limited or prohibited.
The battery pack must be adequately protected against short-circuit or damage during transport.
e applicable requirements as defined by the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria Part III Subsection 38.3.
Restriction of hazardous substances
This product is classified as an industrial monitoring and control instrument, and is not required to comply with the substance
restrictions of the recast RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU until July 22, 2017.
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Preface
Preface
This manual describes the features and basic operation of the SA2500 Spectrum Analyzer. For more detailed information on
specific fields or tasks, tap the help buttons in the applic ation to open the online help for those items.
Key features
The SA2500 is a rugged, multi-standard spectrum analyzer and interference mapping tool optimized for field use. Key
features in
clude:
Docume
To read about Use these documents
Installation and operation (overviews) SA2500 Spectrum Analyzer User Manual. The user manual contains general
Help u
Spectrum an
DPX™ Spectr
short-duration signal features (Option EP1 is available for enhanced DPX performance)
Plot measurements directly onto geo-referenced maps (using GPS) or image maps for on-site analysis of interference
and coverage problems
Signal profiles for analyzing and classifying unknown signals (requires Option EP2)
Amplitude vs. Time measurement (similar to a Zero-Span measurement on a swept-IF spectrum analyzer)
Multiple signal markers, signal traces, and trace modes provide flexible measurement capabilities
Spectrogram display for detection of intermittent signals
Key RF measurements
alyzer input frequency range of 10 kHz to 6.2 GHz covers most modern signal sources
um color bitmap display that shows signal rate-of-occurrence and trace shape changes to help highlight
ntation
mation about how to put your instrument into service, guides to user interface
infor
controls, and key application examples.
sing the application
Online Help. The online help is context sensitive, displaying information
appropriate for the active screen or the selected help button. (See page 18,
ing help.)
Gett
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Instrument software
The following instrument software upgrades and PC tools are available on the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com). You
must have a valid software key for the instrument serial number to install instrument software. PC-based software tools do
not require an option key.
Preface
SA2500 Software
Upgrade Archive File
SA2500 PC
Application
Installation File
iMap Converter
PC Application
Installation File
Signal DB Editor
PC Application
Installation File
USB Slave Device PC
Registration Utility
VirtualCE PC
Application
Installation File
The SA2500 upgrade archive file upgrades the SA2500 instrument software to the latest version.
The SA2500 simulator software provides a PC simulation of the instrument functionality. The
simulator can display saved instrument measurement results, create and edit mask test files, and
so on. The only limit to the PC simulator is that it cannot take measurements.
The iMap Converter PC tool lets you convert image or industry-standard coordinate maps to
GSF-format map files for use with the instrument iMap mapping function. The iMap Converter
tool also lets you add coordinate information to image files or create coordinate map files from
applications such as Microsoft MapPoint.
The signal database editor lets you edit the instrument signal database files to customize signal
definitions.
The USB slave device registration software enables a PC to communicate with the instrument
through a USB cable. You must run this software before using the VirtualCE software to remotely
control the instrument over a USB connection. You do not need to run this program if you plan to
use VirtualCE to remotely control the instrument over a network or RS-232 connection.
The VirtualCE PC application lets you remotely control your instrument from a virtual interface on
a PC or laptop. If you intend to use a USB cable to access the instrument from the VirtualCE
application, you must run the USB slave device registration program before installing and using
this application.
Downloading instrument software
1. Use your Web browser to go to www.tektronix.com/software.
2. Enter the product model number (SA2500)intheSearch by keyword field and click Go.
3. Scroll through the list and select the appropriate link for a software item to show more information or to download
the software.
The instructions to install the software are on the Web download page for each software item.
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SA2500 measurement options
You can add the listed options to extend the SA2500 Spectrum Analyzer measurement capabilities. Contact your local
Tektronix representative, or go to www.tektronix.com, to learn how to purchase and install these options.
SA2500 Option EP1 Option EP1 adds enhanced DPX Spectrum Display measurement rates to the SA2500 Spectrum
Analyzer.
SA2500 Option EP2 Option EP2 adds Signal Classification within communications standards and Signal Database
measurements to the SA2500 Spectrum Analyzer.
See the Upgrade Software Options Dialog Box online help topic for information on installing a measurement option.
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Conventions used in this manual
The following icons are used in this manual:
Preface
Sequence
Step
Front panel
power
Connect
power
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Preface
Preventing personal injury from lightning
WARNING. To p r
product:
Before connecting th
Check your local weather forecast for the possibility of thunderstorms or lightning.
If weather conditions could allow thunderstorms or lightning to develop, be sure to visually check the sky and weather
conditions in your area frequently.
If you can hear thunder or if you see lightning, do not connect this product to any source which may be exposed
to the effects of lightning.
Use your own good judgement and common sense. You must protect yourself from the effects of lightning.
You must assume that hazardous voltages will be present on exposed surfaces of this product if it is connected to a
source exposed to lightning. The insulation of this product will not protect you from these hazardous voltages.
event personal injury from the effects of lightning, exercise the following precautions when using this
is product to any source
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Do not connect this product t o any source which might be subject to the effects o f lightning
If thunderstorms or lightning are in your vicinity:
When weather conditions that could lead to lightning activity exist in your area, you could be at risk of a lightning
strike before the cloud is close enough for you to hear thunder or see lightning.
When lightning strikes a structure or facility, current travels through rebar, concrete, pipes, cables, vent stacks, and
electrical system.
Lightning can induce electric and magnetic fields into structures and portions of wiring. The length of a conductor
affected by the magnetic field of a lightning strike may exceed two miles.
Be alert and aware of the effects of lightning
When lightning strikes a conductor, which in turn introduces the current into an area some distance from the ground
strike poi
the ground circuit.
Conductors such as the braided shields of cables or unshielded wires w ill have significant transient currents flowing in
them in regions exposed to the electric field effect of lightning.
Induced voltages may cause breakdown of insulation in wiring at connectors and in electrical components or breakdown
of air.
nt, equipment can be damaged and personnel injured if they become an indirect path in the completion of
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Installation
Carefully unpack your instrument and verify that it includes the standard accessories.
Standard accessories
Accessory Tektronix part number
SA2500 User Manual
H500, SA2500, H600, SA2600, RF Scout, Y400 and Y350C Lithium-Ion Battery
Maintenance Instructions
AC Power Adapter
Lithium-Ion Battery 146-0151-xx
GPS Antenna
Tilt stand 348-1661-xx
Soft carry case
Lanyard 016-1990-xx
Zipper pouch 016-1868-xx
Stylus
VHF sniffer antenna with BNC connector
N to BNC adapter connector
2-meter USB cable, A to B
Audio jack mute plug (mute all audio output from the instrument speaker)
Installation
071-3118-xx
071-3117-xx
119-7755-xx
119-7424-xx
016-1775-xx
119-6107-xx
119-6609-xx
103-0045-xx
174-5611-xx
131-8284-xx
Your instrument may also include optional accessories. Verify that the optional accessories you ordered are included with
your instrument. For a current list of accessories, upgrades, and options, including service options, available for your
instrument, visit the Tektronix Web site, www.tektronix.com.
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Installation
Operating considerations
AC Adapter Input voltage and current: 100 V - 240 V AC, 1.5 A
Input frequen
Output voltage and current: 24 V DC, 2.7 A
Dimensions
Weight
Temperature Range
Humidity
Altitude
RF Signal Input Input frequency range: 10 kHz to 6.2 GHz
Height: 25.5 cm. (10.0 in)
Width: 33 cm. (13 in)
Depth: 12.5 c
Weight: 6.0
Operating
(14 °F to 122 °F) typical
Nonoperating: –40 °C to +60 °C (–40 °F to 160 °F)
Battery ch
Operatin
above +30 °C up to +50 °C, noncondensing
Operating: Up to 4,600 m (15,092 ft.)
Nonoperating: Up to 12,192 m (40,000 ft.)
Coupli
Input impedance: 50 Ω (nominal)
Maximum input power without damaging instrument: 50 W rms 10 k Hz to 3.2 GHz, 15 W rms
3.2 GHz
cy: 50 Hz - 60 Hz
m. (4.8 in)
kg (13.25 lbs) , instrument and one battery
: 0 °C to +50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) specified performance, –10 °C to +50 °C
arging: limited to 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F)
g and Nonoperating: 5% to 95% relative humidity (RH) at up to +30 °C, 5% to 45% RH
ng: AC
to 6.2 GHz
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Cleaning
Clean the exterior surfaces of the instrument with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle b rush.
Use a cloth or swab moistened with deionized or distilled water, or a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution for more stubborn
stains, to clean the instrument or touch screen; use just enough moisture to dampen the cloth or swab.
Use a gentle amount of force when cleaning the touch screen.
CAUTION. Do not get moisture inside the instrument during exterior cleaning.
Do not wash the front-panel On/Standby switch. Cover the switch while washing the instrument.
Do not spray liquids directly on the instrument or touch screen.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, or chemical cleaning agents that contain benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, or similar
solvents; they can damage the instrument or touch screen. Do not use commercial glass cleaners to clean the touch screen.
Do not scrub the touch screen with excessive force while cleaning.
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Installation
Installing batteries
The instrument comes standard with a single battery, which is not installed when the instrument is shipped. To install the
battery, do the following:
1. Push on the battery door latch, then
open the battery door.
2. Push the metal battery retainer tab down
and towards the back of the instrument.
3. Lift the battery retainer up.
4. Lift battery by the tab.
5. Insert the battery, oriented as shown,
into either battery slot.
6. Close and latch the metallic battery
retainer and the battery compartment
door.
7. Reverse steps 1 through 6 to remove a
battery.
You can add a second battery to increase the operating time. Replace a battery with the specified type only. To purchase a
battery, contact your Tektronix Service Center for the correct part number.
. Disconnect power supply cables from the instrument before installing or removing batteries.
NOTE
atteries, or batteries that have not been used for an extended period, must be charged before using them to power the
New b
instrument. (See page 5, Charging the batteries.)
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Connecting the AC adapter
1. Lift the instrument strap to expose the
power adapter connector.
2. Connect the AC power adapter to the
instrument.
3. Connect the AC adapter to a
properly-grounded AC power source
using the provided power cord.
4. Charge the batteries before using the
instrument on battery power for the
first time. (See page 5, Charging the
batteries.)
Installation
Charging the batteries
Charge the batteries before using the instrument on battery power for the first time. Batteries are partially charged and
calibrated at the factory. A calibrated batte
modules can operate before the instrument automatically powers off. The front-panel BATTERIES charge status indicator
turns off when charging is complete.
See the SA2500 application online help topic Battery Calibration for information on calibrating batteries.
Approximate charge time
Number of batteries Instrument powered on Instrument powered off
1 10 hours 5.5 hours
2 20 hours 11 hours
1
Charge times are typical numbers for batteries that are low but not completely discharged.
Battery power management
The Power Management tool lets you determine battery charge status, obtain battery manufacture date and charge capacity
information, and set power saving modes to maximize instrument run time.
To open the Power Management tool, select Start > Settings > Control Panel, and then double-tap the Power Management
icon. You can also open the Power Management tool by double-tapping on the power icon in the Windows CE system tray.
The power icon is either a power plug or a battery, depending on the current instrument power source.
ry allows the instrument to more accurately estimate how long the application
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Installation
Battery maintenance and handling
Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries require routine maintenance and care in their use and handling. See the Battery
Maintenance online help topics for information on battery characteristics, replacement, storage, handling precautions,
transportation, and disposal and recycling.
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Powering on and off the instrument, and functional verification
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1. Ta p t he On/Sta
the instrument.
The instrument WindowsCE Status
bar shows the
instrument is operating on battery power
and the External Power Connected icon
when the inst
external adapter.
To power off the instrument, tap the
On/Standby
For information on the instrument
on/standby power modes, see the online
help: Star
Shutting Down the Ins trument.
2. For functional verification, watch the
screen. Verify that the instrument does
not displ
error messages.
ndby button to power on
Battery icon when the
rument is operating with an
button again.
t > Help > Tektronix Basics >
ay any power-on diagnostic
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Calibrate the touch screen
Before using the instrument for the first time, calibrate the touch screen display to respond correctly to your taps. The
instrument user interface is based on touch screen technology. You tap (touch) virtual controls on the instrument screen to
select and operate instrument controls. Virtual controls behave the same way as physical controls.
1. Ta p Start > Settings > Control Panel to
open the Control Panel screen.
2. Double-tap the Stylus icon on the
Control Panel screen.
3. In the Double-Tap tab, double-tap the
checkerboard grid at a comfortable
speed with your stylus or finger to set the
tap rate.
4. Double-tap the test icon to verify your
settings.
5. Ta p t h e C a libration tab and read the
tions.
instruc
6. Ta p t he
7. Follow the target screen instructions.
8. Ta p OK to save calibration settings.
Recalibrate button to open the
Cursor Position target screen.
When the position target disappears,
anywhere on the screen to return
touch
to the Calibration tab.
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Setting date and time
You should set the date, time, and time zone for your location the first time you power on the instrument. You should only
reset the time when you use the instrument in a new time zone or are not using GPS to synchronize the instrument clock.
You must update the time zone setting whenever you move the instrument to a region with a different time zone. The system
date and time is always synchronized with GPS date and time, and then uses the time zone setting to set the local time.
1. Double-tap the time readout in the task
bar, or tap Start > Settings > Control
Panel > Date/Time.
2. Set the correct date, time and time zone
for your location.
3. Ta p OK to accept the settings and close
the dialog box.
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