The built-in pre-amplifier boosts weak input 
signals, such as EMI testing signals, to levels 
that are easy to handle, over the entire 
frequency range.  The built-in pre-amplifier on 
the GSP-9300 has a nominal gain of 20dB.  
 
In the Auto setting, the pre-amplifier will be 
automatically turned on when the reference 
level is less than -30dBm. When the reference 
level is greater than -30dBm, the pre-amplifier 
is turned off. The bypass setting turns the pre-
amplifier off.