Tektronix RSA5106B Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer, DC to 6.2 GHz
The Tektronix RSA5106B Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer is engineered to redefine spectrum analysis, merging robust performance with innovative features that enhance measurement confidence for everyday tasks. With an impressive real-time dynamic range and minimum signal duration capabilities, the RSA5106B ensures a 100% probability of intercept for even the most challenging signals.
Equipped with a remarkable +20 dBm third-order intercept point (TOI) and a displayed average noise level (DANL) of -151 dBm/Hz at 2 GHz, this analyzer delivers the dynamic range that is critical for complex spectrum analysis. Each measurement is optimized by eliminating image responses and maintaining a fully preselected architecture, ensuring maximum measurement fidelity without compromise.
Key Features:
- Revolutionary DPX® Spectrum Processing: Experience rapid visualization of transient signals with a minimum event duration of just 3.7 µs, significantly faster than traditional swept analysis techniques.
- Real-Time Trigger, Capture, and Analyze: The RSA5106B’s advanced triggering capabilities include time-qualified power, density, frequency, and frequency mask triggers, enabling precise capture of elusive transient events.
- Extensive Time-Correlated Measurements: Dive deep into signal characteristics across multiple domains, ideal for handling frequency hopping, intermittent signals, and modulation complexities.
- Comprehensive Analysis Options: With standard measurements such as Channel Power, ACLR, and Spurious measurements, the RSA5106B equips engineers with the tools necessary for thorough signal characterization.
- Deep Memory and Broad Capture Capabilities: Store long-duration acquisitions up to 7.15 seconds at 110 MHz, or capture data for up to 6.1 hours at 10 kHz bandwidth, making it ideal for extensive signal evaluations.
Advanced Technical Specifications:
- Display Average Noise Level: -151 dBm/Hz at 2 GHz
- Triggering Height: Frequency edge or power level transients with minimum event duration of 3.7 µs in frequency domain; 9.1 ns in time domain.
- Sweep Speed: Complete a 1 GHz sweep in less than one second with 10 kHz resolution bandwidth (RBW).
- Gap-Free Spectrogram Recording: Captures and replays spectral data for up to 4444 days, enabling extensive history analysis.
- High-Performance Spectrum Analysis: Internal preamplifier supports up to 20 GHz, ensuring robust performance across frequency ranges.
Measurement Capabilities:
- AM/FM/PM, Power vs. Time, and CCDF measurements for comprehensive signal behavior analysis.
- Optical analysis options including Phase noise (Opt. 11), Pulse measurements (Opt. 20), and General Purpose Digital Modulation Analysis (Opt. 21).
- Extensive modulation analysis for wireless standards, including WLAN (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth® (Opt. 27).
With its unparalleled performance and extensive feature set, the Tektronix RSA5106B is the premier choice for engineers focused on RF design, integration, and performance verification. Whether you're measuring transient signals or conducting deep signal analysis, this instrument delivers the precision and versatility needed for today's complex environments.
