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Tektronix RSA603A
3 GHz Spectrum Analyzer Tektronix RSA603A Produced from (?) to (?) Manuals RSA600A Datasheet (OCR) RSA600A Installation and Safety Instructions (OCR) RSA600 Series Spectrum Analyzers API Programming Reference (OCR) RSA DKIT Self-Guided Demo (OCR) (All manuals in PDF format unless noted otherwise)

Manuals – Specifications – Links – Pictures

The Tektronix RSA603A is a spectrum analyzer with a frequency range of 9 kHz to 3 GHz that connects via USB3 to a Windows PC running the SignalVu-PC software which provides user interface and display, real-time processing, analog modulation analysis, and RF measurements. Custom application can use the software's API. Post processing analysis of large sets of recorded data can be performed across multiple sets using DataVu-PC software.

The optional tracking generator enables gain/loss measurements for quick tests of filters, duplexers and other network elements, and the user can add cable and antenna measurements of VSWR, return loss, distance to fault and cable loss as needed.

Key Specifications

Frequency Range	9 kHz to 3.0 GHz
RF Input impedance	50 Ω
Maximum Safe Input Power	+33 dBm ± 40V DC Max, RF Attn ≥20 dB
Input RF Attenuator	0 dB to 51 dB (1 dB step)
Dynamic Range (Spurious Free)	70 dB
Reference Level Range	−170 dBm to +40 dBm (0.1 dB step)
Sweep Speed (Full speed)	70 GHz/sec (RBW: 1 MHz); 60 GHz/sec (RBW: 100 kHz); 15.7 GHz/sec (RBW: 10 kHz); 1.7 GHz/sec (RBW: 1 kHz)
Acquisition (IF) Bandwidth	40 MHz
Real-Time IF Acq Data and Bit Width	112 Ms/s, 16 bits
Minimum Signal Duration	27 µsec to 40 MHz for 100% POI
Trigger Threshold Range	0 dB to −50 dB from reference level, for trigger levels > 30 dB above noise floor
Trigger Types	Rising edge, falling edge, schmitt
Trigger Levels	Positive-going: 1.6 V min, 2.1 V max; Negative-going: 1.0 V min, 1.35 V max
Displayed Average Noise	−130 dBm/Hz to −145 dBm/Hz (Preamp off)
Phase Noise (1 GHz CF)	≤−94 dBc/Hz to ≤−116 dBc/Hz
Weight	2.79 kg (6.15 lbs)
Power & Dissipation (fully loaded)	115 V (nom US), 45 W max
In/Outputs	Front panel inputs/outputs: RF IN N connector (50 Ω; ±40V DC, +33 dBm max); RF Out/REFL In N connector (Tracking generator source connector); Ref In BNC connector (External frequency reference); Trig In BNC connector (10 kΩ input; 5 V TTL); ANT In SMA connector (optional GPS/GNSS antenna); USB connector (USB 3.0 Type A connector). Rear panel input: Power; Noise Source Drive BNC connector (28 V DC Out 140 mA Max). The Noise Source Drive doesn’t appear to be implemented as of yet but more information it can be gleaned from the Agilent Technologies document Noise Figure Measurement Personality Guide.

Instrument Options

Opt. 04: Tracking generator (9 kHz to 3.0 GHz)

Recommended Accessories

Panasonic FZ-G1 Toughpad tablet controller: Recommended for portable field applications (https://na.panasonic.com/us/computers-tablets-handhelds/tablets/tablets/toughpad-fz-g1)
Many more Adapters, Attenuators, 50/75 Ω pads, Antennas, EMC accessories, Filters, Probes, and the RSA-DKIT Demonstration board. Review datasheet for details.

Links

Self guided demo board and guide: RSA-DKIT
An excellent review of the RSA600 Series Spectrum Analyzer can be watched here but also includes tests being done to show how it works in real world measurement situations:
Tektronix RSA607A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer Review, Teardown & Experiment

Pictures

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-* [[Media:37W-60397-7_RSA600A-Spectrum-Analyzer-Datasheet.pdf | 37W-60397-7 RSA600A Datasheet (PDF, OCR)]]
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-* [[Media:071-3460-00_RSA600A-Series-Real-Time-Spectrum-Analyzer-Installation-Safety-Instructions.pdf | 071-3460-00 RSA600A Installation-and-Safety-Instructions (PDF, OCR)]]
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+* [[Media:37W-60397-7.pdf|RSA600A Datasheet]] (OCR)
-* [[Media:071-3330-02_RSA-Demonstration-Guide.pdf | 071-3330-02 RSA DKIT Self-Guided Demo (PDF, OCR)]]
+* [[Media:071-3460-00.pdf|RSA600A Installation and Safety Instructions]] (OCR)
+* [[Media:077-1031-04.pdf|RSA600 Series Spectrum Analyzers API Programming Reference]] (OCR)
+* [[Media:071-3330-02.pdf|RSA DKIT Self-Guided Demo]] (OCR)
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+The '''Tektronix RSA603A''' is a spectrum analyzer with a frequency range of 9 kHz to 3 GHz that connects via USB3 to a Windows PC running the [[SignalVu-PC]] software which provides user interface and display, real-time processing, analog modulation analysis, and RF measurements.  Custom application can use the software's API. Post processing analysis of large sets of recorded data can be performed across multiple sets using [[DataVu-PC]] software.
-The '''RSA603A''' is a compact spectrum analyzer meant for lab or production line use with a frequency range of 9 kHz to 3.0 GHz.  The user interface and display resides on a user-provided PC running [[SignalVu-PC]] software or a user-developed application. The host PC provides all power, control, and data signals over the USB 3.0 cable included with the instrument.  An available SW API is provided to allow you to create your own custom signal processing application.  A self guided demo board and guide can be found here [[RSA-DKIT]].
-Signal processing while running [[SignalVu-PC]] software provides real-time processing of for general signal analysis, analog modulation analysis, and RF measurements.  This software can be programmed through the program’s interface or through the use of the included application programming interface (API).  Post processing analysis of large sets of recorded data can be performed across multiple sets using [[DataVu-PC]] software.
 The optional tracking generator enables gain/loss measurements for quick tests of filters, duplexers and other network elements, and the user can add cable and antenna measurements of VSWR, return loss, distance to fault and cable loss as needed.
-Front panel inputs/outputs are: RF IN [[N connector]] (50Ω; ± 40V DC, +33 dBm max); RF Out/REFL In [[N connector]] (Tracking generator source connector);  Ref In [[BNC connector]] (External frequency reference) ; Trig In [[BNC connector]] (10k Ω input; 5V TTL 10); ANT In [[SMA connector]] (To connect optional GPS/GNSS antenna); and USB 3.0 [[USB connector]] (USB 3.0 Type A connector) .
-Rear panel input: US Power Plug (115 V nominal); Noise Source Drive [[BNC connector]] (28 V DC Out 140 mA Max).  The Noise Source Drive doesn’t appear to be implemented as of yet but more information it can be gleaned from the Agilent Technologies document [[Media:E4440-90353_Noise Figure Measurement Personality Guide.pdf | Noise Figure Measurement Personality Guide]].
 {{BeginSpecs}}
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 {{Spec | Input RF Attenuator | 0 dB to 51 dB (1 dB step) }}
 {{Spec | Dynamic Range (Spurious Free) | 70 dB }}
-{{Spec | Reference Level Range | -170 dBm to +40 dBm (0.1 dB step) }}
+{{Spec | Reference Level Range | −170 dBm to +40 dBm (0.1 dB step) }}
 {{Spec | Sweep Speed (Full speed) | 70 GHz/sec (RBW: 1 MHz); 60 GHz/sec (RBW: 100 kHz); 15.7 GHz/sec (RBW: 10 kHz); 1.7 GHz/sec (RBW: 1 kHz) }}
 {{Spec | Acquisition (IF) Bandwidth | 40 MHz }}
 {{Spec | Real-Time IF Acq Data and Bit Width | 112 Ms/s, 16 bits }}
-{{Spec | Minimum Signal Duration for 100% POI | 27 µsec to 40 MHz }}
+{{Spec | Minimum Signal Duration | 27 µsec to 40 MHz for 100% POI }}
-{{Spec | Trigger Threshold Range | 0 dB to -50 dB from reference level, for trigger levels > 30 dB above noise floor }}
+{{Spec | Trigger Threshold Range | 0 dB to −50 dB from reference level, for trigger levels > 30 dB above noise floor }}
 {{Spec | Trigger Types | Rising edge, falling edge, schmitt }}
 {{Spec | Trigger Levels | Positive-going: 1.6 V min, 2.1 V max; Negative-going: 1.0 V min, 1.35 V max }}
-{{Spec | Displayed Average Noise (Preamp off) | −130 dBm/Hz to −145 dBm/Hz }}
+{{Spec | Displayed Average Noise | −130 dBm/Hz to −145 dBm/Hz (Preamp off)}}
-{{Spec | Phase Noise (1 GHz CF) | ≤-94 dBc/Hz to ≤-116 dBc/Hz }}
+{{Spec | Phase Noise (1 GHz CF) | ≤−94 dBc/Hz to ≤−116 dBc/Hz }}
-{{Spec | Included Accessories | Quick-Start manual; USB 3.0 cable (2 M); Screw lock; connector covers; Shoulder strap; Carrying case (with room for unit, tablet, accessories); Power core; SignalVu-PC software, API and documentation file, and USB memory }}
 {{Spec | Weight | 2.79 kg (6.15 lbs) }}
-{{Spec | Power & Dissipation (fully loaded) | 115V (nom US), 45 W max }}
+{{Spec | Power & Dissipation (fully loaded) | 115 V (nom US), 45 W max }}
-{{Spec | Operating Atmospherics | Temperatures: -10 °C to +55 °C; Humidity: 5% to 95% from +10 °C to +30 °C; Altitude: Up to 3000 m (9842 ft) }}
+{{Spec | In/Outputs |
+* Front panel inputs/outputs: RF IN [[N connector]] (50 Ω; ±40V DC, +33 dBm max); RF Out/REFL In [[N connector]] (Tracking generator source connector); Ref In [[BNC connector]] (External frequency reference); Trig In [[BNC connector]] (10 kΩ input; 5 V TTL); ANT In [[SMA connector]] (optional GPS/GNSS antenna); [[USB connector]] (USB 3.0 Type A connector).
+* Rear panel input: Power; Noise Source Drive [[BNC connector]] (28 V DC Out 140 mA Max).  The Noise Source Drive doesn’t appear to be implemented as of yet but more information it can be gleaned from the Agilent Technologies document [[Media:E4440-90353_Noise Figure Measurement Personality Guide.pdf | Noise Figure Measurement Personality Guide]].
+}}
 {{EndSpecs}}
 ==Instrument Options==
 * Opt. 04: Tracking generator (9 kHz to 3.0 GHz)
-==Service Options==
-* Opt. C3: Calibration Service 3 Years
-* Opt. C5: Calibration Service 5 Years
-* Opt. D1: Calibration Data Report
-* Opt. D3: Calibration Data Report 3 Years (with Opt. C3)
-* Opt. D5: Calibration Data Report 5 Years (with Opt. C5)
-* Opt. R5: Repair Service 5 Years (including warranty)
 ==Recommended Accessories==
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 * Many more Adapters, Attenuators, 50/75 Ω pads, Antennas, EMC accessories, Filters, Probes, and the [[RSA-DKIT]] Demonstration board.  Review datasheet for details.
-==Video==
+==Links==
-* An excellent review of the RSA600 Series Spectrum Analyzer entitled "Tektronix RSA607A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer Review, Teardown & Experiment" can be watched here but also includes tests being done to show how it works in real world measurement situations:
+* Self guided demo board and guide: [[RSA-DKIT]]
+* An excellent review of the RSA600 Series Spectrum Analyzer can be watched here but also includes tests being done to show how it works in real world measurement situations:
-[[https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=318&v=CFQxqZcWGHg ]]
+* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=318&v=CFQxqZcWGHg Tektronix RSA607A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer Review, Teardown & Experiment]
 ==Pictures==
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-[[Category: Spectrum Analyzers]]
+[[Category:Spectrum analyzers]]