USB host connector power limits for instrumentation
June 14, 2019
SIGLENT instruments with USB ports can supply 500mA steady current at 5 V.
EasySpectrum: Save/Recall State files
March 7, 2019
EasySpectrum is free software used to control and collect data from SIGLENT SSA and SVA spectrum analyzer products. State files are used by the SIGLENT SSA and SVA instruments to recall or save specific instrument configuration settings. By storing and recalling states, you can quickly configure the analyzer for different tasks. To use State files … Continued
Where do I find environmental, EMC, and other compliance information for your products?
January 10, 2019
Information regarding product compliance is available on the datasheet for each product. Contact your local Siglent office for more details if you have trouble finding what you need. You can also write support@siglentna.com
Correction factors in Monitor Mode with EasySpectrum software
December 14, 2018
SIGLENT EasySpectrum software includes the ability to create and edit correction factors that can be useful in correcting cable and adapter losses as well as adjusting spectral data for antenna gain. To create a correction file: Download EasySpectrum. Here is a link to the EasySpectrum Getting Started Guide Connect your SIGLENT analyzer to the controlling computer … Continued
Spectrum Monitor (waterfall chart) in EasySpectrum software
December 14, 2018
SIGLENT EasySpectrum software includes a spectrum monitor mode that shows a waterfall chart of successive scans. This can be useful if you are observing a carrier signal for drift as well as comparing successive spectral scans. To enable the spectrum monitor: Download EasySpectrum. Here is a link to the EasySpectrum Getting Started Guide Connect your … Continued
Are your instruments FCC compliant?
December 14, 2018
Test and measurement equipment is exempt from FCC emissions limits per CFR 47, Part 15, para 15.103(c): https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2002-title47-vol1/pdf/CFR-2002-title47-vol1-sec15-103.pdf Specifically: “(c) A digital device used exclusively as industrial, commercial, or medical test equipment.”
View two limit lines using EasySpectrum
December 11, 2018
This operating tip describes how to activate two limits using Monitor mode in SIGLENTs EasySpectrum software: Open monitor mode by right-clicking on the instrument you wish to control: Select Limit, Set the Type to Point, and then Edit: Now, change the units and configure the points.. pressing Add to add them to the list: … Continued
Summary of advanced broadcast/transmission measurements provided with the SSA/SVA option
December 6, 2018
The SSA and SVA products feature optional advanced measurements that are ideal for broadcast and transmission measurement applications. Here is a summary of the measurements included in the Advanced Measurement Kit (AMK) option: NOTE: More details can be found in the analyzer Users Guides available here. Channel Power Measure the power and power density within … Continued
Spectrum Analyzer Audio Demodulation Tips for AM/FM
October 12, 2018
The SIGLENT SSA and SVA series of spectrum analyzers feature the ability to demodulate AM or FM transmissions and then play the audio output using an external speaker or earphone. Here are some tips to optimizing the audio quality: Set the center frequency to the match the channel of interest and place Marker 1 at … Continued
Web browser buttons are not functioning/do not click with Google Chrome or Firefox
August 8, 2018
Some of our products, including the SVA1015X spectrum analyzer/VNA have an onboard webpage that enables remote device configuration and control using nothing more than a web browser and a LAN connection. Some settings in the browser can leave these on-screen buttons non-functional. An icon appears on the computer display and it can be moved using … Continued