RSA603

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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 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)

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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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