Tektronix RSA6120B Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer, 9 kHz - 26.5 GHz
The Tektronix RSA6120B combines advanced functionalities of a high-performance spectrum analyzer, a wideband vector signal analyzer, and a unique trigger-capture-analyze capability, all packed into one robust device. With a typical 20 dBm Third-Order Intercept (TOI) and an impressive -151 dBm/Hz Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) at 2 GHz, this spectrum analyzer delivers the dynamic range needed for tackling challenging spectrum measurements.
Key Features and Specifications:
- Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 20 GHz
- TOI: 20 dBm at 2 GHz (typical)
- DANL: -151 dBm/Hz at 2 GHz (typical), -167 dBm/Hz with preamp on—ideal for low-level signal discoveries
- DPX® Technology: Captures transients with a minimum event duration of 3.7 µs, providing real-time insights into signal variations.
- Triggering Options: Trigger on frequency edge or power level transients with minimum event durations of 3.7 µs (frequency domain) or 9.1 ns (time domain).
- Data Acquisition: Store up to 7.15 seconds of acquisitions at 110 MHz bandwidth as MATLAB™ compatible files.
High-Performance Spectrum Analysis
- Fully preselected and image-free at all times, maximizing dynamic range across all acquisition bandwidths.
- Fastest high-resolution sweep speed: Perform a 1 GHz sweep at 10 kHz RBW in under 1 second.
- Internal preamplifier enhances performance up to 20 GHz.
Discover Signals Effortlessly
- DPX® spectrum processing delivers an intuitive understanding of time-varying RF signals with color-graded displays based on frequency occurrence.
- Swept DPX spectrum allows unprecedented signal discovery across the entire instrument span.
Trigger Capabilities
- DPX density™ trigger allows direct activation from the DPX display.
- Time-qualified and runt triggers effectively capture elusive transients.
- Frequency mask trigger records any shift within the frequency domain.
Comprehensive Capture
- Gap-free DPX spectrogram can record spectral information for up to 4444 days, perfect for extensive analysis and review.
- Compatible with TekConnect® probes for efficient RF probing solutions.
Advanced Analysis
- Time-correlated multidomain displays expedite understanding of cause and effect, essential for troubleshooting.
- Standard measurements including channel power, ACLR, and spur search aid in characterizing components and systems.
- Additional options available for detailed measurements: AM/FM/PM modulation, phase noise, jitter, pulse parameters, general-purpose digital modulation analysis, and WLAN analysis.
- Compatible with Bluetooth® and LTE™ analysis for comprehensive signal strength assessments.
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