Instructions
Table Of Contents
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- PSA2702_1302 Instruction Manual - Iss 12
- 1 Product Introduction
- 2 Basics of Operation
- 3 Quick Start Guide
- 4 Operation using the Menu System
- 4.1 Setting the Frequency Range of the Sweep
- 4.2 Sweep Time
- 4.3 Zero Span Mode (Demodulation Mode)
- 4.4 Setting the Sweep Mode and Sweep Bandwidth (RBW)
- 4.5 Setting the Level Attenuator, Amplitude Scale, and Limits
- 4.6 Controlling and Storing Traces and Images
- 4.7 Using Measurement Markers
- 4.8 Data Logging Functions (when fitted)
- 4.9 Storing and Recalling Set-ups | System Settings
- 4.10 Status Information | On-screen Help | System Utilities
- 4.11 Using Instrument Presets | Automatic Setting
- 5 File Storage for Traces, Screen Images & Set-ups
- 6 Upgrade Option U01
- 7 Further Notes on Operation
- 7.1 Signal Overload Levels and Indication
- 7.2 Operation using the Hard Keys Only
- 7.3 Setting Frequencies
- 7.4 Measuring Relative Amplitude
- 7.5 Triggered Operation
- 7.6 Level Offset and Compensation Tables
- 7.7 Limit Lines & the Limits Comparator | Creating Limit Patterns
- 7.8 The Logging Function
- 8 USB Connections | File System & Files Types
- 9 Default Settings | Power On State | Hard Reset
- 10 Firmware Updates | Upgrades | Maintenance
- 11 Safety Information
- 12 Specification
- 13 Appendix A: Optional Accessories
- 14 Appendix B: PSA-Manager and PSA-View Software
- 15 Appendix C: Factory Default Settings
- 16 Appendix D: Menu Tree Diagram
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6 Upgrade Option U01
The capabilities of the instrument can be enhanced by installing the upgrade option U01 which
adds additional firmware to the instrument.
Option U01 can be downloaded from the Aim-TTi website and can be installed by the user
without any requirement to return the instrument to its supplier. Activation of the upgrade is
achieved via an activation code which can be purchased from Aim-TTi, or from our distributors
and agents across the world.
6.1 Additional Functions from Option U01
Installing Option U01 provides the additional functions listed below. Further functions may have
been added since this manual was written - see the Aim-TTi website for up to date information.
6.1.1 Logging of Values, Traces or Screens
The Logging function enables results to be saved into log files in response to a timer or to a
trigger event. Individual amplitude values, complete traces, or full screen images can be saved.
See section 4.8.1 for more information.
6.1.2 Triggering
The triggering function enables sweeps or logging to be triggered in response to an internal or
external trigger event. The internal trigger event can be generated by the Limits function.
See section 7.5 for more information.
6.1.3 Limit Lines, Limit Patterns & Channel Markers
Limit lines and patterns can be shown on the display, and compared with the trace. They can
be used to trigger a logging event, generate an audible warnings or output a trigger pulse.
Limit lines are simple horizontal lines whereas limit patterns are frequency dependent amplitude
limits that are stored as files. Two limits can be used simultaneously. Channel markers are a
special version of a limit pattern that creates only vertical lines.
See section 7.7 for more information.
6.1.4 Level Offsets
The level offset function enables the level values for the graticule and markers to be corrected
for external attenuation or gain. Compensation can also be made for signals coming from a
75Ω source.
6.1.5 Compensation Tables
Compensation tables are lists of amplitude versus frequency which enable frequency related
amplitude variations from antennae or transducers to be compensated for within the spectrum
analyzer. Compensation tables are stored as files. See section 7.6.2 for more information.
6.1.6 Custom Presets
Custom Presets enables multiple presets (set-ups) to be saved/recalled just by entering a
number. See section 7.3.5.
6.1.7 View on PC
View on PC places the instrument into a special mode in which the graphics of the display are
sent to a PC via USB. The screen can then be viewed at any size using PSA-View PC
software. See section 16 (Appendix A) for more information.