Signal Analysis Utilities in the SSA5000A Series Spectrum Analyzer
August 20, 2024
Demonstration of the SIGIQPro Bluetooth signal generation and SSA5000A Bluetooth analysis function 1 Introduction As a wireless communication technology, Bluetooth technology is widely used in various devices and application scenarios. The article aims at RF verification of Bluetooth transmitter. Through fast one-click RF measurement, SSA5000A spectrum analyzer is transformed into a standardbased Bluetooth RF transmission … Continued
Using the SSA5000A noise figure measurement option
February 3, 2024
1 Introduction The article demonstrates how to use the noise figure analysis function of SIGLENT SSA5000A spectrum analyzer to make high quality noise figure measurements quickly and efficiently. 1.1 Noise Figure Fundamentals 1.1.1 Definition of Noise Figure Noise is the interference generated inside components or systems, which leads to the deterioration of circuit performance; There … Continued
Using the SSA5000A pulse measurement option
February 3, 2024
1 Introduction RF pulse signals are widely used in pules modulated and testing of pulse signals is necessary for engineers working in related fields. In some critical areas such as signal design and verification require integrated time domain/frequency domain/modulation test tools for pulse signal analysis. SIGLENT SSA5000A’s Pulse function provides pulse analysis that can help … Continued
Demonstration of the SIGIQPro Bluetooth signal generation and SSA5000A Bluetooth analysis function
February 2, 2024
1 Introduction As a wireless communication technology, Bluetooth technology is widely used in various devices and application scenarios. The article aims at RF verification of Bluetooth transmitter. Through fast one-click RF measurement, SSA5000A spectrum analyzer is transformed into a standard-based Bluetooth RF transmission tester to help you design, evaluate and manufacture Bluetooth devices. The measurement … Continued
Using the SSA5000A phase noise analysis function
January 31, 2024
1 Introduction A stable frequency source is a common need for many electronic devices and most RF equipment. Phase noise can be used to characterize the short-term frequency stability of these frequency sources. In this document, we will briefly describe how to use the phase noise analysis function of Siglent SSA5000A Spectrum analyzers 2 … Continued
RF Noise Figure Measurements using Spectrum Analyzer Siglent SVA1032X (9kHz – 3.2GHz)
May 22, 2023
Introduction The noise figure is a major measurement parameter in the process of microwave product development and production, and its measurement test is an important element of noise measurement test. This manual describes in detail how to use a spectrum analyzer to measure noise coefficients by using the Siglent SVA 1032X (9kHZ – 3.2GHz), including … Continued
Analyzer Features and Options Table
March 4, 2022
Selecting the proper instrument for your application can be challenging. Here are tables that identify key features and options of SIGLENTs analyzer products to help you choose exactly what you need: SIGLENT Analyzer Features: SIGLENT Analyzer Options: Tracking Generator included free with all SSA3000X, Plus, SVA, and X-R series analyzers 1- SSA3000X … Continued
Electromagnetic Compliance: Pre-compliance analyzer configuration, settings, and protection
November 26, 2021
In this note, we discuss EMC pre-compliance test parameters and how different settings affect your measurements. There are also sensitivity considerations and tips for the protection of the spectrum analyzer during tests.
Measuring Filter Characteristics Using the SSA3000X Plus / SSA3000X-R / SVA1000X Spectrum Analyzer
June 22, 2021
A filter is a universal, two-port, frequency-selective device used in a wide variety of electronic circuits and applications. A low-pass filter is one that passes signals with a frequency lower than a certain cut-off frequency while attenuating the higher frequencies. Low-pass filters are often used in radio transmitters, audio devices, and communication systems. They can … Continued
Inter Modulation Distortion (IMD) testing
February 14, 2020
Two SIGLENT SDG owners and Amateur Radio operators and frequent experimenters, Steve Ratzlaff AA7U and Everett Sharp N4CY, got together and built a very thorough test procedure for testing Intermodulation Distortion (IMD) on a Loop Amplifier using a SIGLENT SDG2042X generator and SSA3021X spectrum analyzer. IMD is an important test for verification of audio amplifiers … Continued