MS20xxA VNA Master UG 10580-00166 Rev. C 4-1
Chapter 4 — Spectrum
Analyzer
4-1 Introduction
Spectrum analyzer measurements include the use of additional functions beyond frequency,
span, amplitude and marker functions. The first section of this chapter presents the soft key
menus available when Spectrum Analyzer mode is selected. The next section focuses on
resolution bandwidth, video bandwidth, sweep, and attenuator functions. The Field
Measurements section presents brief examples demonstrating field strength, occupied
bandwidth, channel power, adjacent channel power ratio, and carrier to interference ratio
(C/I) tests.
4-2 Getting Started
Spectrum Analyzer Mode
To prepare for spectrum analyzer measurements, the MS203xA must be configured for
Spectrum Analyzer Mode, as follows:
1. Select the
Shift key, then the Mode (9) key.
2. Use the directional arrow keys or the rotary knob to highlight
Spectrum Analyzer and
press the
Enter key to select.
For additional information about the Mode menu, refer to “Mode Menu” on page 3-47 in
Chapter 3, “Vector Network Analyzer”.
Hard Keys and Soft Keys
For a general description of these key functions, refer to section “2-6 Front Panel Keys” on
page 2-5 in Chapter 2, “Quick Start Guide”.
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