Rohde&Schwarz EPL1000 User manual

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R&S®EPL1000
Spectrum Analyzer
User Manual
1179588202
Version 01
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This manual applies to the following R&S®EPL1000 models with firmware version 1.00 and later:
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Contents
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Contents
1 Preface.................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Conventions used in the documentation....................................................................5
2 Welcome to the spectrum application................................................. 7
2.1 Starting the application................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Understanding the display information...................................................................... 8
2.3 R&S multiview............................................................................................................... 9
3 Measurements and results..................................................................11
3.1 Basic measurements.................................................................................................. 12
3.2 Power sweep measurements..................................................................................... 32
3.3 Channel power and adjacent-channel power (ACLR) measurement..................... 40
3.4 Carrier-to-noise measurements.................................................................................60
3.5 Occupied bandwidth measurement (OBW).............................................................. 64
3.6 Spectrum emission mask (SEM) measurement....................................................... 70
3.7 Spurious emissions measurement.......................................................................... 111
3.8 Statistical measurements (APD, CCDF)..................................................................124
3.9 Time domain power measurement.......................................................................... 138
3.10 Harmonic distortion measurement..........................................................................143
3.11 Third order intercept (TOI) measurement............................................................... 148
3.12 AM modulation depth measurement....................................................................... 156
3.13 Electromagnetic interference (EMI) measurement................................................ 159
4 Configuration......................................................................................184
4.1 Configuration overview............................................................................................ 184
4.2 Data input and output............................................................................................... 185
4.3 Frequency and span configuration......................................................................... 208
4.4 Amplitude and vertical axis configuration..............................................................215
4.5 Bandwidth, filter and sweep configuration.............................................................225
4.6 Trigger and gate configuration................................................................................ 240
4.7 Adjusting settings automatically.............................................................................254
5 Common analysis and display functions........................................ 257
5.1 Result display configuration....................................................................................257
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5.2 Zoomed displays.......................................................................................................264
5.3 Configuring traces.................................................................................................... 270
5.4 Marker Usage.............................................................................................................319
5.5 Display and limit lines.............................................................................................. 356
6 Remote Commands in the Spectrum Application...........................376
6.1 Introduction............................................................................................................... 376
6.2 Common suffixes...................................................................................................... 381
6.3 Application Selection................................................................................................381
6.4 General Window Commands....................................................................................384
6.5 Screen Layout........................................................................................................... 386
6.6 Preset......................................................................................................................... 393
6.7 Measurement configuration..................................................................................... 393
6.8 Configuration.............................................................................................................517
6.9 Analysis..................................................................................................................... 562
List of commands.............................................................................. 663
Index....................................................................................................675
Preface
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1 Preface
This chapter provides safety-related information, an overview of the user documenta-
tion and the conventions used in the documentation.
1.1 Conventions used in the documentation
1.1.1 Typographical conventions
The following text markers are used throughout this documentation:
Convention Description
"Graphical user interface ele-
ments"
All names of graphical user interface elements on the screen, such as
dialog boxes, menus, options, buttons, and softkeys are enclosed by
quotation marks.
[Keys] Key and knob names are enclosed by square brackets.
Filenames, commands,
program code
Filenames, commands, coding samples and screen output are distin-
guished by their font.
Input Input to be entered by the user is displayed in italics.
Links Links that you can click are displayed in blue font.
"References" References to other parts of the documentation are enclosed by quota-
tion marks.
1.1.2 Conventions for procedure descriptions
When operating the instrument, several alternative methods may be available to per-
form the same task. In this case, the procedure using the touchscreen is described.
Any elements that can be activated by touching can also be clicked using an addition-
ally connected mouse. The alternative procedure using the keys on the instrument or
the on-screen keyboard is only described if it deviates from the standard operating pro-
cedures.
The term "select" may refer to any of the described methods, i.e. using a finger on the
touchscreen, a mouse pointer in the display, or a key on the instrument or on a key-
board.
1.1.3 Notes on screenshots
When describing the functions of the product, we use sample screenshots. These
screenshots are meant to illustrate as many as possible of the provided functions and
Conventions used in the documentation
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possible interdependencies between parameters. The shown values may not represent
realistic usage scenarios.
The screenshots usually show a fully equipped product, that is: with all options instal-
led. Thus, some functions shown in the screenshots may not be available in your par-
ticular product configuration.
Conventions used in the documentation
Welcome to the spectrum application
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2 Welcome to the spectrum application
The spectrum application is a firmware application that adds functionality to perform
signal and spectrum analysis to the R&S EPL1000. The application is part of the
R&S EPL1000 firmware.
This user manual contains a description of the functionality that the application pro-
vides, including remote control operation.
Functions that are not discussed in this manual are the same as in the receiver appli-
cation and are described in the R&S EPL1000 user manual. The latest versions of the
manuals are available for download at the product homepage.
http://www.rohde-schwarz.com/product/epl.html.
Installation
Find detailed installing instructions in the getting started or the release notes of the
R&S EPL1000.
Starting the application..............................................................................................7
Understanding the display information......................................................................8
R&S multiview...........................................................................................................9
2.1 Starting the application
Access: [MODE] > "Spectrum"
Multiple Measurement Channels and Sequencer Function
When you enter an application, a new measurement channel is created which deter-
mines the measurement settings for that application. The same application can be acti-
vated with different measurement settings by creating several channels for the same
application.
The number of channels that can be configured at the same time depends on the avail-
able memory on the instrument.
Only one measurement can be performed at any time, namely the one in the currently
active channel. However, in order to perform the configured measurements consecu-
tively, a Sequencer function is provided.
If activated, the measurements configured in the currently active channels are per-
formed one after the other in the order of the tabs. The currently active measurement is
indicated by a symbol in the tab label. The result displays of the individual channels
are updated in the tabs (as well as the "MultiView") as the measurements are per-
formed. Sequential operation itself is independent of the currently displayed tab.
For details on the Sequencer function see the R&S EPL1000 user manual.
Starting the application
Welcome to the spectrum application
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2.2 Understanding the display information
The following figure shows the display as it looks for measurements in spectrum mode.
All different information areas are labeled. They are explained in more detail in the fol-
lowing sections.
1 2 3 4
56
Figure 2-1: Screen layout of the spectrum application
1 = Toolbar
2 = Channel bar
3 = Diagram header
4 = Result display
5 = Status bar
6 = Softkey bar
Channel bar information
The channel bar contains information about the current measurement setup, progress
and results.
Figure 2-2: Channel bar of the spectrum application
Ref Level Reference level of the R&S EPL1000.
Att Attenuation of the R&S EPL1000.
Input Input and input coupling
Understanding the display information
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SWT Sweep time
PS Preselector state
RBW Resolution bandwidth
VBW Video bandwidth
10 dB Min State of the 10 dB minimum attenuation protection mechanism
Mode Currently selected sweep mode, including the sweep count.
Frequency Center frequency
Window title bar information
For each diagram, the header provides the following information:
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-3: Window title bar information for the spectrum application
1 = Window number
2 = Window type
3 = Trace color and number
4 = Trace mode and detector
Status bar information
Global instrument settings, the instrument status and any irregularities are indicated in
the status bar beneath the diagram. Furthermore, the progress of the current operation
is displayed in the status bar.
2.3 R&S multiview
Each application is displayed in a separate tab. An additional tab ("MultiView") provides
an overview of all currently active channels at a glance. In the "MultiView" tab, each
individual window contains its own channel bar with an additional button. Select this
button to switch to the corresponding channel display quickly.
R&S multiview
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Remote command:
DISPlay:FORMat on page 385
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3 Measurements and results
Access: "Overview" > "Select Measurement"
Or: [MEAS]
In the Spectrum application, the R&S EPL1000 provides a variety of different measure-
ment functions.
Basic measurements - measure the spectrum of your signal or watch your signal
in time domain
Power measurements - calculate the powers involved in modulated carrier signals
Emission measurements - detect unwanted signal emission
Statistic measurements - evaluate the spectral distribution of the signal
Further measurements - provide characteristic values of the signal
EMI measurements - detect electromagnetic interference in the signal
The individual functions are described in detail in the following chapters.
The measurement function determines which settings, functions and evaluation meth-
ods are available in the R&S EPL1000. The various measurement functions are descri-
bed in detail here.
When you select a measurement function, the measurement is started with its default
settings immediately and the corresponding measurement configuration menu is dis-
played. The measurement configuration menu can be displayed at any time by press-
ing the [MEAS CONFIG] key.
The easiest way to configure measurements is using the configuration "Overview", see
Chapter 4.1, "Configuration overview", on page 184.
In addition to the measurement-specific parameters, the general parameters can be
configured as usual, see Chapter 4, "Configuration", on page 184. Many measurement
functions provide special result displays or evaluation methods; however, in most
cases the general evaluation methods are also available, see Chapter 5, "Common
analysis and display functions", on page 257.
The remote commands required to retrieve measurement results are described in
Chapter 6.9.2.1, "Trace data retrieval", on page 565.
Basic measurements...............................................................................................12
Power sweep measurements..................................................................................32
Channel power and adjacent-channel power (ACLR) measurement......................40
Carrier-to-noise measurements.............................................................................. 60
Occupied bandwidth measurement (OBW).............................................................64
Spectrum emission mask (SEM) measurement......................................................70
Spurious emissions measurement........................................................................ 111
Statistical measurements (APD, CCDF)............................................................... 124
Time domain power measurement........................................................................138
Harmonic distortion measurement........................................................................ 143
Third order intercept (TOI) measurement............................................................. 148
AM modulation depth measurement..................................................................... 156
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) measurement................................................159
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3.1 Basic measurements
Basic measurements are common sweeps in the time or frequency domain which pro-
vide an overview of the basic input signal characteristics.
If no other measurement function is selected, or if all measurement functions are
switched off, the R&S EPL1000 performs a basic frequency or time sweep.
Use the general measurement settings to configure the measurement, e.g. via the
"Overview" (see Chapter 4, "Configuration", on page 184).
3.1.1 Basic measurement types
Frequency Sweep......................................................................................................... 12
Zero Span..................................................................................................................... 12
Power Sweep................................................................................................................13
All Functions Off............................................................................................................13
Frequency Sweep
A common frequency sweep of the input signal over a specified span. Can be used for
general purposes to obtain basic measurement results such as peak levels and spec-
trum traces. The "Frequency" menu is displayed. This is the default measurement if no
other function is selected.
Various other measurements are based on the common frequency sweep, but require
additional configuration of sweep spans or amplitude limits, for example.
Examples for frequency sweep measurements are:
Adjacent channel power (ACP)
Carrier-to-noise (C/N)
Occupied bandwidth (OBW)
Spectrum emission mask (SEM)
Spurious emissions
Third order intercept (TOI)
AM modulation depth
Electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Use the general measurement settings to configure the measurement, e.g. via the
"Overview" (see Chapter 4, "Configuration", on page 184).
Remote command:
[SENSe:]FREQuency:STARt on page 535, [SENSe:]FREQuency:STOP
on page 536
INITiate<n>[:IMMediate] on page 394
INITiate<n>:CONTinuous on page 395
Zero Span
A sweep in the time domain at the specified (center) frequency, i.e. the frequency span
is set to zero. The display shows the time on the x-axis and the signal level on the y-
axis, as on an oscilloscope. On the time axis, the grid lines correspond to 1/10 of the
current sweep time.
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Use the general measurement settings to configure the measurement, e.g. via the
"Overview" (see Chapter 4, "Configuration", on page 184).
Most result evaluations can also be used for zero span measurements, although some
functions (e.g. markers) may work slightly differently and some may not be available. If
so, this will be indicated in the function descriptions (see Chapter 5, "Common analysis
and display functions", on page 257).
Remote command:
[SENSe:]FREQuency:SPAN on page 535
INITiate<n>[:IMMediate] on page 394
INITiate<n>:CONTinuous on page 395
Power Sweep
In a power sweep, the measured power levels at the RF input are displayed versus the
provided power levels of the internal generator output.
For a power sweep, the internal generator signal provides an output signal at a fixed
frequency, and increases its power level within a specified range over time.
The power sweep measurement is available in the Spectrum application only, and only
if the internal generator is installed.
For details see
Remote command:
SOURce<si>:POWer:MODE on page 530
All Functions Off
Switches off all measurement functions and returns to a basic frequency sweep.
Selecting "Frequency Sweep" has the same effect.
3.1.2 How to perform a basic sweep measurement
The following step-by-step instructions demonstrate how to perform basic sweep mea-
surements.
For remote operation, see Chapter 6.7.19, "Programming example: performing a basic
frequency sweep", on page 514.
To perform one or more single sweeps
1. Configure the frequency and span to be measured ("Frequency" dialog box, see
Chapter 4.3, "Frequency and span configuration", on page 208).
2. Configure the number of sweeps to be performed in a single measurement
("Sweep Config" dialog box, see "This is Sweep/Average Count ok?" on page 235).
3. If necessary, configure a trigger for the measurement ("Trigger/ Gate Config" dialog
box.
See Chapter 4.6, "Trigger and gate configuration", on page 240
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4. Define how the results are evaluated for display ("Trace" dialog box, see Chap-
ter 5.3.2.1, "Trace settings", on page 292).
5. If necessary, configure the vertical axis of the display ("Amplitude" dialog box, see
Chapter 4.4.3, "Scaling the y-axis", on page 223).
6. To start the measurement, select one of the following:
[RUN SINGLE] key
"Single Sweep" softkey in the "Sweep" menu
The defined number of sweeps are performed, then the measurement is stopped.
While the measurement is running, the [RUN SINGLE] key is highlighted. To abort
the measurement, press the [RUN SINGLE] key again. The key is no longer high-
lighted. The results are not deleted until a new measurement is started.
7. To repeat the same number of sweeps without deleting the last trace, select the
"Continue Single Sweep" softkey in the "Sweep" menu.
To start continuous sweeping
1. If you want to average the trace or search for a maximum over more (or less) than
10 sweeps, configure the This is "Sweep/Average Count" ok? ("Sweep Config" dia-
log box, see "This is Sweep/Average Count ok?" on page 235).
2. To start the measurement, select one of the following:
[RUN CONT] key
"Continuous Sweep" softkey in the "Sweep" menu
After each sweep is completed, a new one is started automatically. While the mea-
surement is running, the [RUN CONT] key is highlighted. To stop the measure-
ment, press the [RUN CONT] key again. The key is no longer highlighted. The
results are not deleted until a new measurement is started.
3.1.3 Measurement examples - measuring a sinusoidal signal
One of the most common measurement tasks that can be handled using a signal ana-
lyzer is determining the level and frequency of a signal. When measuring an unknown
signal, you can usually start with the presettings.
Test setup
1. Configure the signal generator (e.g. R&S SMW):
Frequency: 128 MHz
Level: -30 dBm
2. NOTICE! Signal levels exceeding 30 dBm can damage the RF attenuator or the
input mixer. When calculating the expected power level, consider the total power of
all occuring signals.
If you measure signals higher than +30 dBm (=1 W), insert a power attenuator
before the RF input of the analyzer.
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3. Connect the RF output of the signal generator to the RF input of the
R&S EPL1000.
Measuring the level and frequency using markers..................................................15
Measuring the signal frequency using the signal counter....................................... 16
3.1.3.1 Measuring the level and frequency using markers
The level and frequency of a sinusoidal signal can be measured easily using the
marker function. The R&S EPL1000 always displays its amplitude and frequency at the
marker position. The frequency measurement uncertainty is determined by the refer-
ence frequency of the R&S EPL1000, the resolution of the marker frequency display
and the number of sweep points.
1. Select [PRESET] to reset the instrument.
2. Enter the Spectrum application via the [MODE] key.
3. Connect the signal to be measured to the "RF INPUT" connector on the
R&S EPL1000.
4. Set the center frequency to 128
MHz.
5. Reduce the frequency span to 1
MHz.
Note: Coupled settings. When the frequency span is defined, the resolution band-
width, the video bandwidth and the sweep time are automatically adjusted,
because these functions are defined as coupled functions in the presettings.
6. Select [MKR] to activate marker 1 and automatically set it to the maximum of the
trace.
The level and frequency values measured by the marker are displayed in the
marker information at the top of the display.
Note: Performing a peak search. When a marker is initially activated, it automati-
cally performs the peak search function (as shown in the example).
If a marker was already active, select the [Peak Search] key or the "Peak" softkey
in the [MKR >] menu in order to set the currently active marker to the maximum of
the displayed signal.
Increasing the frequency resolution
The frequency resolution of the marker is determined by the resolution of the trace. A
trace consists of 1001 trace points, i.e. if the frequency span is 1 MHz, each trace point
represents a span of approximately 1 kHz. This corresponds to a maximum uncertainty
of +/- 0.5 kHz.
You can increase the resolution of the trace by reducing the frequency span or by
using more sweep points.
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Reducing the frequency span to 10 kHz
Reduce the frequency span to 10
kHz.
The resolution of the trace is now approximately 10 Hz (10 kHz span / 1001 trace
points), thus, the precision of the marker frequency display increases to approxi-
mately ±5 Hz.
Setting the reference level
The reference level is the level at the upper limit of the diagram. To achieve the widest
dynamic range possible for a spectrum measurement, use the entire level span of the
R&S EPL1000. In other words, the highest level that occurs in the signal should be
located at the top edge of the diagram ( = reference level) or immediately below it.
Low Reference Levels
If the selected reference level is lower than the highest signal that occurs in the spec-
trum, the signal path in the R&S EPL1000 is overloaded.
In this case, the message "IFOVL" is displayed in the error message field.
In the presettings, the value of the reference level is 0 dBm. If the input signal is
-30 dBm, the reference level can be reduced by 30 dB without causing the signal path
to be overloaded.
Reducing the reference level by 30 dB
Set the reference level to -30
dBm.
The maximum of the trace is near the maximum of the measurement diagram. The
increase in the displayed noise is not substantial. Thus, the distance between the
signal maximum and the noise display (=dynamic range) has increased.
Setting the reference level with the help of a marker
You can also use a marker to shift the maximum value of the trace directly to the top
edge of the diagram. If the marker is located at the maximum level of the trace (as in
this example), the reference level can be moved to the marker level as follows:
1. Press the [MKR ->] key.
2. Select "Ref Lvl = Mkr Lvl".
The reference level is set to the current marker level.
3.1.3.2 Measuring the signal frequency using the signal counter
The built-in signal counter allows you to measure the frequency more accurately than
measuring it with the marker. The frequency sweep is stopped at the marker, and the
R&S EPL1000 measures the frequency of the signal at the marker position (see also
Chapter 5.4.4.1, "Precise frequency (signal count) marker", on page 334).
In the following example, the frequency of the generator at 128 MHz is shown using
the marker.
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Prerequisite
Precise frequency measurements require a precise reference frequency. Therefore, an
external reference frequency from the signal generator is used. Connect the signal
generator's "Ref OUT" connector to the analyzer's "Ref IN" connector.
1. Select [PRESET] to reset the instrument.
2. Enter the Spectrum application via the [MODE] key.
3. Set the center frequency to 128
MHz.
4. Set the frequency span to 1
MHz.
5. Select "Setup" > "Reference" > "External Reference 10 MHz" to activate the exter-
nal reference frequency.
6. Select [MKR] to activate marker 1 and automatically set it to the maximum of the
trace.
The level and the frequency of the marker are displayed in the marker results in the
diagram or the marker table.
7. Select [MKR FUNC] > "Signal Count" to activate the signal counter.
The result of the signal counter is displayed in the marker results.
8. If necessary, increase the resolution of the signal counter by selecting "Signal
Count Resolution" (in the "Signal Count" menu).
Prerequisites for using the internal signal counter
In order to obtain a correct result when measuring the frequency with the internal sig-
nal counter, an RF sinusoidal signal or a spectral line must be available. The marker
must be located more than 25 dB above the noise level to ensure that the specified
measurement accuracy is adhered to.
3.1.4 Measurement example – measuring levels at low S/N ratios
The minimum signal level a signal analyzer can measure is limited by its intrinsic noise.
Small signals can be swamped by noise and therefore cannot be measured. For sig-
nals that are just above the intrinsic noise, the accuracy of the level measurement is
influenced by the intrinsic noise of the R&S EPL1000.
The displayed noise level of a signal analyzer depends on its noise figure, the selected
RF attenuation, the selected reference level, the selected resolution and video band-
width and the detector.
For details see:
"Attenuation" on page 223
Chapter 4.4.1.2, "Reference level", on page 219
Chapter 4.5.1.1, "Separating signals by selecting an appropriate resolution band-
width", on page 226
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Chapter 4.5.1.2, "Smoothing the trace using the video bandwidth", on page 227
Chapter 5.3.1.1, "Mapping samples to sweep points with the trace detector",
on page 271
This measurement example shows the different factors influencing the S/N ratio.
Table 3-1: Signal generator settings (e.g. R&S SMW)
Frequency 128 MHz
Level -95 dBm
1. Preset the R&S EPL1000.
2. Enter the Spectrum application via the [MODE] key.
3. Set the center frequency to 128 MHz.
4. Set the span to 100 MHz.
5. Set the reference level to -30
dBm.
The signal is measured with the auto peak detector and is completely hidden in the
intrinsic noise of the R&S EPL1000.
Figure 3-1: Sine wave signal with low S/N ratio
6. To suppress noise spikes, average the trace. In the "Traces" configuration dialog,
set the "Trace Mode" to "Average" (see "Trace Mode" on page 293).
The traces of consecutive sweeps are averaged. To perform averaging, the
R&S EPL1000 automatically switches on the sample detector. The RF signal,
therefore, can be more clearly distinguished from noise.
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Figure 3-2: RF sine wave signal with low S/N ratio with an averaged trace
7. Instead of trace averaging, you can select a video filter that is narrower than the
resolution bandwidth. Set the trace mode back to "Clear/ Write", then set the VBW
to 10
kHz manually in the "Bandwidth" configuration dialog.
The RF signal can be distinguished from noise more clearly.
Figure 3-3: RF sine wave signal with low S/N ratio with a smaller video bandwidth
8. By reducing the resolution bandwidth by a factor of 10, the noise is reduced by
10 dB. Set the RBW to 100
kHz.
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The displayed noise is reduced by approximately 10 dB. The signal, therefore,
emerges from noise by about 10 dB. Compared to the previous setting, the video
bandwidth has remained the same, i.e. it has increased relative to the smaller reso-
lution bandwidth. The averaging effect of the video bandwidth is therefore reduced.
The trace will be noisier.
Figure 3-4: Reference signal at a smaller resolution bandwidth
3.1.5 Measurement examples - measuring signal spectra with multiple
signals
Separating signals by selecting the resolution bandwidth...................................... 20
Measuring the modulation depth of an AM-modulated carrier in the frequency
domain.................................................................................................................... 24
Measuring AM-modulated signals...........................................................................25
3.1.5.1 Separating signals by selecting the resolution bandwidth
A basic feature of a Signal and Spectrum Analyzer is the ability to separate the spec-
tral components of a mixture of signals. The resolution at which the individual compo-
nents can be separated is determined by the resolution bandwidth. Selecting a resolu-
tion bandwidth that is too large may make it impossible to distinguish between spectral
components, i.e. they are displayed as a single component (see also Chapter 4.5.1.1,
"Separating signals by selecting an appropriate resolution bandwidth", on page 226).
Two signals with the same amplitude can be resolved if the resolution bandwidth is
smaller than or equal to the frequency spacing of the signal. If the resolution bandwidth
is equal to the frequency spacing, the spectrum display shows a level drop of 3 dB pre-
cisely in the center of the two signals. Decreasing the resolution bandwidth makes the
level drop larger, which thus makes the individual signals clearer.
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