Instructions
Table Of Contents
- Cover PSA27021302- iss 12
- 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
- Cover PSA27021302- iss 12
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6.1.5
Compensation Tables .......................................................................................... 38
6.1.6 Custom Presets .................................................................................................... 38
6.1.7 View on PC .......................................................................................................... 38
6.1.8 PSA-Manager Software ........................................................................................ 39
7 Further Notes on Operation....................................................................................... 40
7.1 Signal Overload Levels and Indication ................................................................... 40
7.2 Operation using the Hard Keys Only ..................................................................... 40
7.3 Setting Frequencies ............................................................................................... 41
7.3.1 Set by Keypad ...................................................................................................... 41
7.3.2 Set by Tab/Jog ..................................................................................................... 41
7.3.3 Shortcuts to setting a Specific Frequency Span ................................................... 41
7.3.4 Repetitive Operations ........................................................................................... 42
7.3.5 Using Custom Presets (when fitted) ..................................................................... 42
7.3.6 Creating Channel Markers (when fitted) ............................................................... 43
7.4 Measuring Relative Amplitude ............................................................................... 43
7.5 Triggered Operation ............................................................................................... 44
7.5.1 External Trigger Input ........................................................................................... 44
7.5.2 Trigger Output ...................................................................................................... 44
7.6 Level Offset and Compensation Tables ................................................................. 44
7.6.1 Dynamic Range and Maximum Signal ................................................................. 44
7.6.2 Creating and using Compensation Tables ............................................................ 44
7.7 Limit Lines & the Limits Comparator | Creating Limit Patterns ............................... 45
7.7.1 Setting Limits ........................................................................................................ 45
7.7.2 The Limit Comparator ........................................................................................... 45
7.7.3 Creating and Loading Limit Patterns .................................................................... 46
7.7.4 Limit Offset ........................................................................................................... 46
7.7.5 Limit Fix/Unfix ....................................................................................................... 46
7.7.6 Creating and Loading Channel Markers ............................................................... 46
7.8 The Logging Function ............................................................................................ 47
7.8.1 The Logging Control Menu ................................................................................... 47
7.8.2 Manual Logging .................................................................................................... 48
7.8.2.1 The Run/Stop key and Sweep Control key .................................................... 48
7.8.3 Logging from the Timer ........................................................................................ 48
7.8.4 Logging from External Trigger .............................................................................. 48
7.8.5 Logging from Amplitude Limits ............................................................................. 48
7.8.6 Logging Every Sweep (Continuous) ..................................................................... 49
7.8.7 File Sizes and Maximum Logging Times .............................................................. 49
7.8.8 Viewing and Analyzing Logging Files ................................................................... 49
8 USB Connections | File System & Files Types ........................................................ 50
8.1.1 Understanding USB Connections ......................................................................... 50
8.1.2 Using an External Flash Drive .............................................................................. 50
8.1.3 Linking to a PC via USB ....................................................................................... 51
8.2 File System and File Types.................................................................................... 51
8.2.1 Internal Filing System Organisation ...................................................................... 51
8.2.2 File Types............................................................................................................. 52
8.2.3 Trace Files ........................................................................................................... 52
8.2.4 Screen Image Files .............................................................................................. 52
8.2.5 Setup Files ........................................................................................................... 52
8.2.6 Other File Types ................................................................................................... 53
8.2.6.1 Compensation Tables .................................................................................... 53
8.2.6.2 Limit Pattern and Channel Marker Files ......................................................... 53










