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Datasheet Literature Number: ReleaseDate RSA5000 Series Spectrum Analyzers Datasheet
The RSA5000 Series Real Time Signal Analyzers replace conventional instruments, offering the measurement confidence and functionality you demand for everyday tasks. The RSA5000 Series offers industry leading real time specifications and includes best …37W-26274-22
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Manuals Manual Type Part Number: ReleaseDate RSA5100B Series Real-Time Signal Analyzers Quick Start User Manual
Real-Time Signal AnalyzersUser Manuals 071322412 RSA5100B Series Real-time Signal Analyzers Help
Real-time Signal Analyzers Application HelpHelp Files 077089907 RSA5100B Series Real Time Signal Analyzers Programmer Manual
Real-Time Signal AnalyzersProgrammer Manuals 077090105 RSA5100B Series Declassification and Security Instructions
Real-Time Signal Analyzer Declassification and SecurityDeclassification Manuals 077090201 RSA6100B Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzer Declassification and SecurityDeclassification Manuals 077052102 RSA5100B Series Specifications and Performance Verification Manual
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Specifications and Performance VerificationPerformance Verification 077090002 RSA5100A Series
Option 110 MHz Capture Bandwidth Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071309500 RSA5100A and RSA6100B Series
Real Time Spectrum Analyzers Programmer ManualProgrammer Manuals 077052308 RSA5100A Series
Help Files 077104002 RSA5100A Series
Primary User 071283808 RSA5BUP Options B85, B85E, B16X, B16XE Upgrade Instructions
RSA5100B Series Real-Time Signal Analyzers85 MHz / 125 MHz / 165 MHz Acquisition Bandwidth UpgradeField Install Instructions 075105701 RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Quick Start User ManualPrimary User 071283806 RSA5100A Series
Real-time Signal Analyzers PDF of application help Online HelpHelp Files 077104000 RSA5AUP (Software Options)
RSA5100A Series Real-Time Signal Analyzers Software Only Upgrades InstructionsField Install Instructions 075107800 RSA5BUP (Options PFR, 50, PFR50)
RSA5100B Series Real-Time Signal Analyzers Preamp and Precision Frequency Reference Upgrades InstructionsField Install Instructions 075105901 RSA5100B Series Service Manual
Real-Time Signal Analyzers, Rev AService Manuals 077090300 RSA5BUP Options 65, 66, and 6566 Upgrade Instructions
RSA5100A and RSA5100B Series Real-Time Signal AnalyzersDigital I and Q Outputs and Zero Span Output Upgrades(Includes RSA5UP Option 5566)Field Install Instructions 075106100 RSA5100B Series Application Examples Reference
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Application ExamplesUser Manuals 071328300 RSA5BUP Options 56 and 59 Upgrade Instructions
RSA5100B Series Real-Time Signal AnalyzersInternal HD and Removable SSDField Install Instructions 075105600 RSA5115A and RSA5126A
Real Time Signal Analyzers Option 51 Preamp Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071309400 RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Specifications & Performance Verification Technical ReferencePerformance Verification 077052005 RSA6100B Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Analyzers Online HelpHelp Files 077051906 RSA6000A, RSA6000B, & RSA5000A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers WLAN Measurements Upgrade Kit RSA5UP, RSA6UP, & RSA6BUP Option 23, Option 24, & Option 25 InstructionsField Install Instructions 075107000 RSA6BUP and RSA5UP
Option 56, Option 57, and Option 59 Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071286302 RSA6BUP, RSA5UP, and SPECMONUP
Option 09 Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071320400 RSA6100B Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Analyzers Online HelpHelp Files 077051905 RSA6100B Series & RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Quick Start User ManualPrimary User 071283804 RSA5100 Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Service ManualService Manuals 077052201 RSA6100B Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Analyzers Online HelpHelp Files 077051904 RSA6100B Series & RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Quick Start User ManualPrimary User 071283803 RSA6100A Series, RSA6100B Series, and RSA5100A Series
Option 22 Flexible OFDM Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071284701 RSA6100A Series, RSA6100B Series, and RSA5100A Series
Option 12 Settling Time Measurements Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071284801 RSA6100A Series, RSA6100B Series, and RSA5100A Series
Option 11 Phase Noise and Jitter Measurement Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071285301 RSA6100B Series Real-Time Signal Analyzer and RSA5100A Series Real-Time Signal Analyzers
Option 53 Memory Extension, 4 GB Acquisition Memory Total Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071287901 RSA6100A Series, RSA6100B Series, and RSA5100A Series
Option 21 General Purpose Digital Modulation Analysis Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071285501 RSA6100A Series, RSA6100B Series, and RSA5100A Series
Option 10 Audio Analysis Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071301201 RSA6100A Series, RSA6100B Series, and RSA5000 Series
Option 20 Advanced Signal Analysis Measurements Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071285401 RSA5100A Series and RSA6100B Series
Option 52 Frequency Mask Trigger Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071285601 RSA6100B Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Application Examples ReferenceUser Manuals 071283401 RSA6100B Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Analyzers Online HelpHelp Files 077051903 RSA6100B Series & RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers Quick Start User ManualPrimary User 071283802 RSA6100A Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Analyzers Online HelpHelp Files 077051902 RSA5UP Option 55
Digital I and Q Output Upgrade InstructionsField Install Instructions 071288000 RSA56KR
RSA5100A Series and RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Rackmount InstructionsField Install Instructions 075102300 RSA6100A Series and RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Analyzers Online HelpHelp Files 077051901 RSA6100A Series & RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal/Spectrum Analyzers Quick Start User ManualPrimary User 071283800 RSA6100A Series/RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers/Real-Time Signal Analyzers Application Examples ReferenceUser Manuals 071283400
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Technical Documents Document Type ReleaseDate Conducted and Radiated Emissions Testing
This application note provides an overview of EMI testing and includes a step-by-step guide for performing pre-compliance testing with test set-ups, setting up a measurement, configuring accessories to increase measurement accuracy, how to perform …Application Note Overcoming 3 Key Challenges of Time- and Frequency-Correlated RF Measurements
Tektronix Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers (RTSAs) capture and store signals as a seamless, continuous record of time. Combining deep memory with powerful digital signal processing, RTSAs allow for a variety of triggering, display, and analysis …Fact Sheet Re-Imagine 5G Measurements
SignalVu Vector Signal Analysis Software offers a broad range of RF measurements and is available for both Tektronix spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes, including the 6 Series B MSO and DPO70000SX Series oscilloscopes. The …Brochure Nano Satellite Case Study
Learn how the RSA5000B spectrum analyzer is being used to test the design of nano satellites and their ability to communicate with a base station.Case Study Noise Figure: Overview of Noise Measurement Methods
Introduction Noise, or more specifically the voltage and current fluctuations caused by the random motion of charged particles, exists in all electronic systems. An understanding of noise and how it propagates through a system is a …Whitepaper Tektronix RSA5100B Wide Band Acquisition Bandwidth Options
Two dynamic range options are available in the RSA5100B series real time spectrum analyzers. Standard dynamic range provides 75 dB spurious free analysis, and high dynamic range options increase this performance to at least 80 dB and beyond. This …Technical Brief Advanced Radar Analysis: Tools for Measuring Modern Radar Application Note
Introduction In designing modern electronic warfare and radar systems, you face significant challenges. You must develop solutions with the flexibility and adaptability required for next-generation threat detection and avoidance. To succeed, you …Application Note Radar Basics
While radar technology was initially focused on military and commercial aviation applications, today there are many commercial applications. This application note covers the basics of modern radar applications from military to commercial use in …Application Note Real-Time Spectrum Analysis for EMI Diagnostics
Introduction From the first wireless transmissions, electromagnetic interference (EMI) has been a concern for design engineers. The earliest spark-gap transmitters had no facility for spectrum control, and the presence of two …Application Note DPX Acquisition Technology for Spectrum Analyzers Fundamentals
A Revolutionary Tool for Signal Discovery, Trigger, Capture and Analysis Detection is the first step in characterizing, diagnosing, understanding and resolving any problem relating to timevariant signals. As more …Primer Fundamentals of Real-Time Spectrum Analysis
The document offers a detailed overview of Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers (RTSAs), discussing their development, functionality, and various applications. It begins with a historical perspective on RF signal technology and its evolution, leading to the …Testing APCO Project 25 Transmitters with Tektronix Solutions
The RSA5000B and MDO4000B with SignalVu-PC are ideal solutions for equipment manufacturers and network operators testing and deploying new Project 25 communications networks. The Tektronix solution provide flexible testing solutions for up-front …Application Note Project 25 Land Mobile Radio (LMR) Solution
Quick overview of the complete Tektronix solution for Project 25 Land Mobile Radio (LMR).Fact Sheet Tektronix and X-COM Systems Platform Provide Unique Capabilities for RF Signal Capture and Analysis
Spectrum monitoring, radar and wireless system testing, signals intelligence (SIGINT), electronic intelligence (ELINT), communications intelligence (COMINT), and electronic warfare (EW), all routinely perform or can benefit from the …Application Note Baseband Response Characterization of I-Q Modulators
Learn how an arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) and a mixed domain oscilloscope (MDO) can be used for basedband frequency response, single-sideband suppression, amplitude and phase errors, and intermodulation performance.Application Note Fundamentals of Radar Measurements
Chapter I. Introduction Modern radar design has created complicated pulses that present significant measurement challenges. Improvements to range, resolution and immunity to interference have required phase modulated …Primer Improving IED Countermeasure Technology - Using RF Capture and Playback Systems
By combining the Tektronix spectrum analyzer and X-COM Systems long duration RF signal storage system, a unique tool results for the recording, analyzing, and creating of new waveforms and complex RF test environments to help tackle IED …Technical Brief Understanding FFT Overlap Processing Fundamentals
Introduction The need for seeing faster time-varying signals As faster time-varying frequency signals become more widespread, Tektronix has responded to the need to provide more visibility of very short-time events with Real-time Spectrum Analyzers …Primer Testing Modern Radios
Designers have long sought to improve the performance and resiliency of radio communications. With the radio frequency (RF) spectrum becoming more crowded and interference more prevalent in recent years, these efforts have become increasingly …Application Note Solving the Complexity of DigRF Testing
No matter what stage of the development you are involved in, when it comes to RF test equipment, flexibility is the key. Test equipment needs to be flexible enough to go beyond just verifying that the device under test is complying to the standard …Technical Brief Troubleshooting and Characterizing Wide Band RF Systems Using a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer
This application note examines the characteristics of modern RF test systems and demonstrates the use of Tektronix RSA6100A Series of Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers (RTSAs) in troubleshooting and characterizing them. Basic vector and spectrum …Application Note Quickly Identify Intermittent and Interfering Signals with Real-Time Spectrum Analysis
This tech brief will explain how the use of a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) can reliably detect and characterize transient RF signals, while also greatly reducing the time taken to identify the source of the problem. A number of different …Application Note Characterizing Phase Locked Loops Using Tektronix Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers
Introduction The Phase Locked Loop has become one of the most versatile building blocks in electronics. They are at the heart of circuits and systems ranging from clock recovery blocks in data communications to the local oscillators …Application Note $name
Application Note RF Recording and Playback Solutions
Introduction to RF Record and Playback Spectrum management, RF interference analysis, signal acquisition, product testing and validation, RF system design, communication security, and academic research, all routinely perform or can benefit from the …Application Note
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Software Document Type Part Number: ReleaseDate RSA5100B Series Software - V4.5.0093
Instrument application firmware for RSA5103B, RSA5106B, RSA5115B and RSA5126B Real-Time Signal Analyzers. Introduced with this release, 5GNR Uplink/Downlink Measurements (5GNR) derived from specifications in 3GPP NR Release 16 includes Modulation …Firmware 066163211 RSA5100B Series Software - V4.1.0002
Instrument application firmware for RSA5103B, RSA5106B, RSA5115B and RSA5126B Real-Time Signal Analyzers.Firmware 066163210 RSA5100B Series Software - V3.23.0022
Instrument application firmware for RSA5103B, RSA5106B, RSA5115B and RSA5126B Real-Time Signal Analyzers.Firmware 066163209 RSA5100B Series Software, V3.9.0031
Instrument application firmware for RSA5103B, RSA5106B, RSA5115B and RSA5126B Real-Time Signal Analyzers.Firmware 066163205 RSA5100A Series Software, V3.6.0239
Instrument application firmware for RSA5103A, RSA5106A, RSA5115A and RSA5126A Real-Time Signal Analyzers.Firmware 066126412
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FAQS FAQ ID I've just received a new RSA5100A series instrument and it is promptingme for a password.
The RSA5100A and B series instruments ship with the default password "spearfish".69396 My scope has Windows 10 version 1607, but more recent versions have been released by Microsoft. Can my scope be updated?
No, but there is no need to. The Windows build on Tektronix scopes is from the Long-Term Servicing Channel (Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC). Unlike normal releases of version 1607, this release still receives security updates and support from Microsoft …780986 What is TekVISA and how can I use it to communicate with and control my instrument?
VISA is an acronym that stands for Virtual Instrument Software Architecture. In a nutshell, VISA handles the communications between your computer’s OS and the instrument. You may be familiar with TekVISA, which is Tektronix’s own brand of VISA …69176 What is included in the Tektronix Near Field Probe kit (Tek p/n 119-4146-00) and what are they used for?
The Tektronix 119-4146-00 Near Field Probe Set is intended to serve as a versatile aid for diagnostic testing of radiated emissions over a broad range of frequencies from below 100 kHz to above 1GHz. The probe set consist of three (3) magnetic field …64501 How do I use TekVISA to send commands to my instrument?
TekVISA Download Link:TEKVISA CONNECTIVITY SOFTWARE In order to communicate with and control the scope, you can use OpenChoice Talker-Listener. Back on the Application and Utilities panel, click on OpenChoice Talker Listener and click Start …69181