Application Notes

Spectrum Analyzers

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 radar, and testing of pulse signals is necessary for engineers working in related fields. In some critical areas such as aerospace national defense and radar EW applications, signal design and verification require integrated time domain/frequency domain/modulation test tools for pulse radar signal analysis. SIGLENT … 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

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

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

Build FM NRSC masks for SIGLENT SSA3000X/SVA1015Xs using a Python script addition

February 12, 2020

Many broadcast applications require monitoring a transmitter and observing the output amplitude vs. frequency. For FM radio applications, a common mask is defined by the National Radio Systems Committee (NRSC) and is commonly referred to as the FM NRSC mask. A very helpful SIGLENT owner, Dan from Alabama Broadcast Services, LLC, built an FM NRSC Mask … Continued

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