Instructions

Table Of Contents
Spectrum Analysis
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Scope Rider RTH
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6 Spectrum Analysis
The R&S RTH provides several forms of spectrum analysis:
Basic FFT calculation, which is included in the firmware
Spectrum analysis option R&S RTH-K18, which provides a wide range of analysis
possibilities, for example, peak search and cursor measurements.
Harmonics measurement option R&S RTH-K34, which provides an overview and
characteristic details on the harmonics contained in the measured signal
FFT Mode..............................................................................................................109
Spectrum Mode (Option R&S RTH-K18)...............................................................116
Harmonics Measurement (Option R&S RTH-K34)................................................133
6.1 FFT Mode
The new FFT mode is included in the standard R&S RTH installation and allows you to
perform FFT analysis directly on the instrument. During FFT analysis, the captured sig-
nal in the time domain is converted to a spectrum of frequencies. As a result, the mag-
nitude of the determined frequencies can be displayed.
6.1.1 Accessing the FFT Mode
1. Press the [MODE] key.
2. Select "FFT".
A power vs. frequency (spectrum) diagram is displayed, and the spectrum of the
currently captured data is analyzed, if available.
6.1.2 Display and Control
The FFT display shows a power vs. frequency (spectrum) diagram and relevant analy-
sis parameters. FFT results are useful to obtain an overview of the input signal in the
frequency domain and to detect unusual signal effects (such as spurs or distortions)
visually.
FFT Mode