How to generate the activation code for an instrument option
May 24, 2018
Many SIGLENT instruments feature options that can be added by using an activation code. To generate the activation code: – Purchase the option from your favorite SIGLENT office or distributor. A full list of available options are located at the bottom of the specific product web page. – You will receive an Option Card PDF … Continued
USB Connectivity Checklist
April 24, 2018
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is very popular and has added a tremendous level of convenience and flexibility to computer and peripheral controls, including test and measurement instrumentation. As with all technology, it isn’t always sunshine and blue skies. Here are some common troubleshooting steps for USB connection issues: – Is the instrument plugged in … Continued
Working with the SSA3000X Peak Table
March 22, 2018
The SIGLENT SSA3000X series of spectrum analyzers include a peak table that can be used to easily separate important signals based on their amplitude values. In this operating tip, we will show how to set the instrument to define peak signals and display them in a clear tabular format. For the purpose of this tip, … Continued
Potential Solutions to Easy software window rendering/font issues
March 8, 2018
The installation of SIGLENT EasySpectrum and other “Easy” software is typically uneventful. But, there may be an occasional issue. Here are some steps that may help clear up any issues that you may encounter: Here is an example of a mis-rendered window view of EasySpectrum: Here are some steps that may help fix the issue: … Continued
Tracking Generator and Reflection Bridge/VSWR Troubleshooting
January 23, 2018
Here are some common options for trouble with tracking generator/Reflection bridge/VSWR measurements Set the instrument to factory defaults by pressing SYSTEM > PWR ON/Preset > Factory Reset 2. Is the TG working properly? – Are the center conductor contacts very close to one another? No gaps and no broken/missing petals on the inner … Continued
What instruments accept SCPI commands for remote control?
October 25, 2017
All SIGLENT instruments (except for the SHS1000 and SHS800 hand-held oscilloscopes) support SCPI remote control commands. For more information, download the specific instrument programming guide located on the product page.
SSA3000X Tracking Generator Low Frequency Output Performance
October 25, 2017
The lowest output frequency for the tracking generator (SSA3000X-TG option) output on the SIGLENT SSA3000X series of spectrum analyzers is specified at 100 kHz with an output flatness of +/- 3 dBm. The TG functions below this frequency, but the flatness and accuracy can vary significantly. In this operating tip, we show some typical performance … Continued
Why does the noise floor of my analyzer raise when I enable the tracking generator?
October 25, 2017
There is an increase in the noise floor when enabling the tracking generator. This is due to the IF (intermediate frequency) feedthrough from the Tracking Generator (TG) circuit. You can check the specifications documents for your analyzer. In many cases, they show the DANL spec’s with the TG off due to the increased noise floor … Continued
How to enable Log frequency scaling with the SSA3000X
October 25, 2017
The Siglent SSA3000X spectrum analyzer can be configured to display amplitude and frequency with logarithmic (log) scaling. Vertical (amplitude) scaling on a spectrum analyzer is typically shown in log scaling with dBm as units as a default. The Horizontal (frequency) scaling is typically linear, but some applications prefer log frequency scaling. To manually enable log … Continued
How do I invert colors on saved image files with an SSA3000X?
October 25, 2017
The Siglent SSA3000X spectrum analyzer can save images of the display in a number of common picture formats, including JPG and BMP file types. Normally, the background of the images matches that of the instrument. This black background may be problematic when physically printing these images for reports. To save on printer supplies, you can … Continued