RSA603
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 |
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| 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 |
| 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) |
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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)
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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.
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
