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SIGLENT SSA3000X Series User Manual

SIGLENT SSA3000X Series
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SSA3000X
Spectrum Analyzer
User Manual
UM0703X-E03A
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SIGLENT SSA3000X Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Resolution1 Hz
Sweep Time1 ms to 1000 s
Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL)-161 dBm/Hz (Typical)
Phase Noise-98 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset (1 GHz)
Display10.1 inch LCD (1024x600)
Input Impedance50 Ohm (Typical)
InterfacesUSB, LAN
PreamplifierOptional
Tracking GeneratorOptional
Power Requirements100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz / 60 Hz

Summary

Guaranty and Declaration

Product Certification

Details on product compliance with national and international standards.

General Safety Summary

Ground the Instrument

Importance of proper grounding to prevent electric shock.

Electrostatic Prevention

Precautions to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge.

Maintain Proper Ventilation

Importance of adequate ventilation to prevent overheating and damage.

Safety Terms and Symbols

Terms on the product

Explanation of terms like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION used in the manual.

Symbols on the product

Identification and meaning of safety symbols like Hazardous Voltage, Ground, etc.

Overview

Features and Benefits

List of key features and benefits of the spectrum analyzer.

Chapter 1 Quick Start

Parameter Setting

Methods for setting various instrument parameters.

1.4 The Front Panel

1.4.1 Front Panel Function Keys

Detailed explanation of the function keys and their areas on the front panel.

1.4.4 Front Panel Connectors

USB Host

Description of the USB Host port for connecting external storage devices.

Earphone Jack

Description of the earphone jack for audio output of demodulated signals.

Rear Panel Connectors

USB Device interface

Interface for connecting to a PC for remote control via USB.

LAN interface

Interface for connecting to a local network for remote control.

1.6 Display Annotations

Figure 1-11 User Interface

Labeled diagram of the spectrum analyzer's user interface.

1.7 Firmware Operation

1.7.1 System Information Check

How to check system information like model, serial, and software versions.

1.8 Menu Operation

Parameter Input

How to input parameters using numeric keys and Enter.

1.9 Parameter Setting

Use the knob

Setting parameters using the rotary knob.

1.10 Using Built-in Help

Help

How to access and use the instrument's built-in help system.

Chapter 2 Front Panel Operation

Basic Settings

Covers fundamental settings like frequency, span, and amplitude.

Measurement

Options for performing various measurement tasks.

2.1 Basic Settings

2.1.1 Frequency

Setting the center, start, and stop frequencies of the analyzer.

Center Frequency

How to set the center frequency and its related parameters.

2.1.2 Span

2.1.2.1 Span

How to set the span and its effects on start/stop frequencies.

2.1.3 Amplitude

2.1.3.1 Ref Level

Setting the reference level for amplitude measurements.

2.1.3.2 Attenuator

Adjusting the input attenuator for signal handling.

2.1.3.3 RF Preamp

2.1.3.4 Units

Setting the Y-axis units for amplitude display.

2.1.4 Auto Tune

Correction

Compensating for gain/loss from external devices using correction factors.

2.2 Sweep and Function

2.2.1 BW

Setting Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) and Video Bandwidth (VBW).

2.2.2 Trace

2.2.2.2 Trace Type

Setting trace types like Clear Write, Max Hold, Min Hold, etc.

2.2.4 Sweep

2.2.4.1 Sweep Time

Setting the duration for a single sweep.

2.2.5 Trigger

1. Free Run

Triggering signals continuously without conditions.

2.2.6 Limit

2.2.6.1 Limit1

Enabling or disabling the first limit line.

2.2.7 TG (Tracking Generator)

2.2.7.2 TG Level

Setting the output power level of the tracking generator.

2.2.8 Demod

2.2.8.1 Demod (AM/FM)

Enabling AM or FM demodulation and performing it.

2.3 Marker

2.3.1 Marker

Basic marker operations and display.

2.3.1.4 Delta

2.3.1.3 Normal

Using a normal marker to measure X and Y values of a point.

2.3.2 Marker ->

1. M->CF

Setting the center frequency to the current marker's frequency.

2.3.3 Marker Fn

2.3.3.2 Noise Marker

Measuring noise power spectral density at a marked point.

2.3.4 Peak

2.3.4.1 Peak -> CF

Executing peak search and setting CF to the peak frequency.

2.4 Measurement

2.4.1.1 Channel Power

Measuring power within a specified channel bandwidth.

2.4.1.2 ACPR

Measuring Adjacent Channel Power Ratio.

2.4.2 Meas setup

2.4.2.1 Channel Power

Setting parameters for Channel Power measurement.

2.4.2.2 ACPR

2. Main channel bandwidth

Setting the bandwidth for the main channel in ACPR.

2.4.2.3 OBW

2.4.2.4 T-Power

Setting parameters for Time-Power measurement.

2.4.2.5 TOI

2.4.2.6 Spectrum Monitor

Setting parameters for Spectrum Monitor display.

2.5 System

2.5.1 System

Setting system parameters.

2.5.1.1 Language

Selecting the display language for menus and help.

2.5.1.3 Interface Config

1. LAN

Configuring LAN parameters like IP address and DHCP.

2.5.1.4 Calibration

Auto Cal

Enabling automatic calibration process.

2.5.1.7 Self Test

2. Keyboard Test

Testing the functionality of front panel keys.

2.5.3 File

2.5.3.5 Save

Saving files to the current directory or external disk.

Chapter 3 Remote Control

3.1.1 Connecting the Analyzer via the USB Device port

Steps to connect the analyzer to a PC via USB for remote control.

3.1.2 Connecting the Analyzer via the LAN port

3.1.3 Connecting the Analyzer via the USB Host port

Connecting the analyzer via USB Host port, typically for GPIB adapters.

3.2 Build Communication

3.2.1 Build Communication Using VISA

Steps to build communication using the NI-VISA software.

3.2.2 Build Communication Using Sockets/Telnet

3.3.1 User-defined Programming

Controlling the analyzer using SCPI commands.

3.3.2 Send SCPI Commands via NI MAX

3.3.2.1 Using USB

Sending SCPI commands via USB using NI-MAX.

3.3.3 EasySpectrum Software

Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and Service

4.1 Service Summary

Warranty information and terms for SIGLENT products.

4.2 Troubleshooting

Steps to diagnose and resolve common instrument problems.

2. The analyzer's screen is stell dark (no display) after power on

5. Wrong measurement results or poor precision

Troubleshooting steps for inaccurate measurement results.

4.3 Contact Us

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