Rigol RSA3000E Series User manual

User Guide
RSA3000E Series Real-time
Spectrum Analyzer
Aug. 2019
RIGOL (SUZHOU) TECHNOLOGIES INC.

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RSA3000 User Guide I
Guaranty and Declaration
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UGD24100-1110
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00.01.00
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version of the manual from RIGOL website or contact RIGOL to upgrade the
software.
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and pricing policies at the company’s sole decision.
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connection with the furnishing, use, or performance of this manual, as well as
any information contained.
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without prior written approval of RIGOL.
Product Certification
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standards in China as well as the ISO9001:2015 standard and the ISO14001:2015
standard. Other international standard conformance certifications are in progress.
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please contact RIGOL.
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Safety Requirement
General Safety Summary
Please review the following safety precautions carefully before putting the
instrument into operation so as to avoid any personal injury or damage to the
instrument and any product connected to it. To prevent potential hazards, please
follow the instructions specified in this manual to use the instrument properly.
Use Proper Power Cord.
Only the exclusive power cord designed for the instrument and authorized for use
within the local country could be used.
Ground the Instrument.
The instrument is grounded through the Protective Earth lead of the power cord. To
avoid electric shock, connect the earth terminal of the power cord to the Protective
Earth terminal before connecting any input or output terminals.
Connect the Probe Correctly.
If a probe is used, the probe ground lead must be connected to earth ground. Do not
connect the ground lead to high voltage. Improper way of connection could result in
dangerous voltages being present on the connectors, controls or other surfaces of
the oscilloscope and probes, which will cause potential hazards for operators.
Observe All Terminal Ratings.
To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markers on the instrument and
check your manual for more information about ratings before connecting the
instrument.
Use Proper Overvoltage Protection.
Ensure that no overvoltage (such as that caused by a bolt of lightning) can reach the
product. Otherwise, the operator might be exposed to the danger of an electric
shock.
Do Not Operate Without Covers.
Do not operate the instrument with covers or panels removed.
Do Not Insert Objects Into the Air Outlet.
Do not insert objects into the air outlet, as doing so may cause damage to the
instrument.
Use Proper Fuse.
Please use the specified fuses.

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Avoid Circuit or Wire Exposure.
Do not touch exposed junctions and components when the unit is powered on.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures.
If you suspect that any damage may occur to the instrument, have it inspected by
RIGOL authorized personnel before further operations. Any maintenance,
adjustment or replacement especially to circuits or accessories must be performed
by RIGOL authorized personnel.
Provide Adequate Ventilation.
Inadequate ventilation may cause an increase of temperature in the instrument,
which would cause damage to the instrument. So please keep the instrument well
ventilated and inspect the air outlet and the fan regularly.
Do Not Operate in Wet Conditions.
To avoid short circuit inside the instrument or electric shock, never operate the
instrument in a humid environment.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
To avoid personal injuries or damage to the instrument, never operate the
instrument in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
To avoid dust or moisture from affecting the performance of the instrument, keep the
surfaces of the instrument clean and dry.
Prevent Electrostatic Impact.
Operate the instrument in an electrostatic discharge protective environment to avoid
damage induced by static discharges. Always ground both the internal and external
conductors of cables to release static before making connections.
Use the Battery Properly.
Do not expose the battery (if available) to high temperature or fire. Keep it out of the
reach of children. Improper change of a battery (lithium battery) may cause an
explosion. Use the RIGOL specified battery only.
Handle with Caution.
Please handle with care during transportation to avoid damage to keys, knobs,
interfaces, and other parts on the panels.

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Safety Notices and Symbols
Safety Notices in this Manual:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not
avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice which, if not
avoided, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data.
Safety Terms on the Product:
DANGER
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could
result in injury or hazard immediately.
WARNING
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could
result in potential injury or hazard.
CAUTION
It calls attention to an operation, if not correctly performed, could
result in damage to the product or other devices connected to the
product.
Safety Symbols on the Product:
Hazardous
Voltage
Safety Warning
Protective Earth
Terminal
Chassis Ground
Test Ground

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Care and Cleaning
Care
Do not store or leave the instrument where it may be exposed to direct sunlight for
long periods of time.
Cleaning
Clean the instrument regularly according to its operating conditions.
1. Disconnect the instrument from all power sources.
2. Clean the external surfaces of the instrument with a soft cloth dampened with
mild detergent or water. Avoid having any water or other objects into the chassis
via the heat dissipation hole. When cleaning the LCD, take care to avoid
scarifying it.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the instrument, do not expose it to caustic liquids.
WARNING
To avoid short-circuit resulting from moisture or personal injuries, ensure
that the instrument is completely dry before connecting it to the power
supply.
Environmental Considerations
The following symbol indicates that this product complies with the WEEE Directive
2002/96/EC.
Product End-of-Life Handling
The equipment may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or
human health. To avoid the release of such substances into the environment and
avoid harm to human health, we recommend you to recycle this product
appropriately to ensure that most materials are reused or recycled properly. Please
contact your local authorities for disposal or recycling information.
You can click on the following link
http://www.rigol.com/Files/RIGOL_RoHS2.0&WEEE.pdf to download the latest
version of the RoHS&WEEE certification file.

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RSA3000E Series Overview
RSA3000E series is a new generation of cost-efficient real-time spectrum analyzer
with high performance. With superb performance specifications and the clear user
interface, the RSA3000E series allows you to operate it through various ways, such
as pressing keys on the front panel, using the touch screen, connecting the mouse
and the keyboard. Remote communication interfaces are also available. The
instrument can be widely used in education science, corporate R&D, industrial
production, and other fields.
Main Features:
Ultra-Real technology
Frequency: up to 3 GHz
Displayed average noise level (DANL): <-161 dBm (typical)
Phase noise: <-102 dBc/Hz (typical)
Level measurement uncertainty: <1.0 dB
3 GHz tracking generator
Min. RBW 1 Hz
EMI measurement application software (option)
Various advanced measurement functions
Multiple measurement modes
Up to 10 MHz real-time analysis bandwidth
Multiple trigger modes and trigger masks
Density, Spectrogram, and other display modes
PC software options
10.1'' capacitive multi-touch screen; supporting touch gestures
USB, LAN, HDMI and other communication and display interfaces

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Document Overview
Topics in this manual:
Chapter 1 Quick Start
This chapter introduces the front/rear panel and user interface as well as
announcements during first use of the analyzer.
Chapter 2 Functions of the Front Panel of GPSA
This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the GPSA's front panel keys and
the associated menu keys.
Chapter 3 Functions of the Front Panel of RTSA
This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the RTSA's front panel keys.
Chapter 4 Functions of the Front Panel of EMI
This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the EMI's front panel keys.
Chapter 5 Functions of the Front Panel of VSA
This chapter gives detailed function descriptions of the VSA's front panel keys.
Chapter 6 Remote Control
This chapter shows how to control the analyzer in remote mode.
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
This chapter lists the troubleshooting information and messages that may appear
during the use of the analyzer.
Chapter 8 Appendix
This chapter lists the options and accessories that can be ordered along with your
analyzer as well as the service and support information.

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Format Conventions in this Manual:
1. Keys:
The keys on the front panel are usually denoted by the format of "Key Name
(Bold) + Text Box". For example, FREQ denotes the FREQ key.
2. Menu Keys:
The menu softkeys are usually denoted by the format of "Menu Word (Bold) +
Character Shading". For example, Center Freq denotes the center frequency
menu item under the FREQ function key.
3. Connectors:
The connectors on the front or rear panel are usually denoted by the format of
"Connector Name (Bold) + Square Brackets (Bold)". For example, [Gen Output
50Ω].
4. Operation Procedures:
"" represents the next step of operation. For example, FREQ Center Freq
indicates pressing FREQ on the front panel and then pressing the menu softkey
Center Freq.
Content Conventions in this Manual:
The RSA3000E series spectrum analyzer includes the following models. This manual
takes RSA3030E-TG as an example.
Model
Frequency Range
Tracking Generator
RSA3030E
9 kHz to 3 GHz
None
RSA3015E
9 kHz to 1.5 GHz
None
RSA3030E-TG
9 kHz to 3 GHz
3 GHz
RSA3015E-TG
9 kHz to 1.5 GHz
1.5 GHz
User Manuals of this Product:
Quick Guide, User Guide, Programming Guide, Data Sheet, etc. For the desired
manual, please download it from www.rigol.com.

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Contents
Guaranty and Declaration.........................................................................I
Safety Requirement................................................................................II
General Safety Summary...........................................................................II
Safety Notices and Symbols......................................................................IV
Care and Cleaning....................................................................................V
Environmental Considerations....................................................................V
RSA3000E Series Overview.................................................................... VI
Document Overview..............................................................................VII
Chapter 1 Quick Start.........................................................................1-1
General Inspection ................................................................................ 1-2
Appearance and Dimensions................................................................... 1-3
To Prepare for Use................................................................................. 1-4
To Adjust the Supporting Legs.......................................................... 1-4
To Connect to AC Power.................................................................. 1-5
Turn-on Checkout ........................................................................... 1-5
Self-calibration................................................................................ 1-5
To Set the System Language............................................................ 1-6
Front Panel........................................................................................... 1-7
Function Keys on the Front Panel ..................................................... 1-8
Utility Function Keys on the Front Panel ...........................................1-10
Front Panel Key Backlight ...............................................................1-11
Front Panel Connector....................................................................1-12
To Use the Numeric Keypad............................................................1-14
Rear Panel...........................................................................................1-16
User Interface......................................................................................1-18
GPSA Mode User Interface..............................................................1-18
RTSA Mode User Interface..............................................................1-20
EMI Mode User Interface................................................................1-23
VSA Mode User Interface................................................................1-26
Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule........................................1-28
Mouse Operation Rule....................................................................1-28
Keyboard Operation Rule................................................................1-28
Touch Screen Operation Rule..........................................................1-29
Menu Operation ...................................................................................1-31
Parameter Setting.................................................................................1-33
To Use the Built-in Help System.............................................................1-35
Fuse Replacement................................................................................1-36
Mode Setting .......................................................................................1-37
Mode............................................................................................1-37
Mode Setup...................................................................................1-38
Install the Option .................................................................................1-40

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Chapter 2 Functions of the Front Panel of GPSA ................................ 2-1
Basic Settings........................................................................................2-2
FREQ..............................................................................................2-2
SPAN..............................................................................................2-8
AMPT .............................................................................................2-9
Sweep and Function Settings.................................................................2-14
BW...............................................................................................2-14
Sweep..........................................................................................2-18
Trigger .........................................................................................2-22
Trace............................................................................................2-27
Tracking Generator ........................................................................2-33
Measurement Settings..........................................................................2-36
Meas............................................................................................2-36
Meas Setup...................................................................................2-39
Marker Measurement............................................................................2-67
Marker..........................................................................................2-67
Marker To .....................................................................................2-74
Marker Function ............................................................................2-76
Peak.............................................................................................2-80
Input/Output.......................................................................................2-86
Input Impedance...........................................................................2-86
Ext Gain .......................................................................................2-86
Ext Trigger2..................................................................................2-86
Corrections ...................................................................................2-87
Demod .........................................................................................2-88
Demod Setup................................................................................2-88
Shortcut Key........................................................................................2-89
Auto Tune.....................................................................................2-89
Preset...........................................................................................2-92
User.............................................................................................2-96
Quick Save....................................................................................2-96
Cont.............................................................................................2-96
Single...........................................................................................2-96
System Function ....................................................................................2-1
System...........................................................................................2-1
File.................................................................................................2-9
Recall...........................................................................................2-13
Save.............................................................................................2-15
Chapter 3 Functions of the Front Panel of RTSA................................. 3-1
Basic Settings........................................................................................3-2
FREQ..............................................................................................3-2
SPAN..............................................................................................3-2
AMPT .............................................................................................3-5
Sweep and Function Settings...................................................................3-6
BW.................................................................................................3-6

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Sweep ........................................................................................... 3-8
Trigger..........................................................................................3-10
Trace ............................................................................................3-16
Measurement Settings ..........................................................................3-18
Meas ............................................................................................3-18
Meas Setup...................................................................................3-26
Marker Setup.......................................................................................3-33
Marker..........................................................................................3-33
Marker To......................................................................................3-33
Marker Function.............................................................................3-33
Peak.............................................................................................3-33
Input/Output .......................................................................................3-34
Input Impedance...........................................................................3-34
Ext Gain........................................................................................3-34
Ext Trigger2 ..................................................................................3-34
Shortcut Key........................................................................................3-35
Auto Tune.....................................................................................3-35
Preset...........................................................................................3-35
User .............................................................................................3-38
Quick Save....................................................................................3-39
Cont.............................................................................................3-39
Single...........................................................................................3-39
System Function.................................................................................... 3-1
System .......................................................................................... 3-1
File................................................................................................ 3-9
Recall ...........................................................................................3-13
Save.............................................................................................3-15
Chapter 4 Functions of the Front Panel of EMI ...................................4-1
Basic Settings ....................................................................................... 4-2
FREQ............................................................................................. 4-2
SPAN............................................................................................. 4-5
AMPT............................................................................................. 4-6
Sweep and Function Settings.................................................................. 4-9
BW................................................................................................ 4-9
Sweep ..........................................................................................4-11
Trigger..........................................................................................4-13
Trace ............................................................................................4-16
Measurement Settings ..........................................................................4-19
Meas ............................................................................................4-19
Meas Setup...................................................................................4-19
Marker Measurement............................................................................4-30
Marker..........................................................................................4-30
Marker-> ......................................................................................4-34
Marker Func..................................................................................4-35
Peak.............................................................................................4-37

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Input/Output.......................................................................................4-40
Input Impedance...........................................................................4-40
Ext Gain .......................................................................................4-40
Ext Trigger2..................................................................................4-40
Corrections ...................................................................................4-41
Shortcut Key........................................................................................4-43
Auto Tune.....................................................................................4-43
Preset...........................................................................................4-43
User.............................................................................................4-46
Quick Save....................................................................................4-46
Cont.............................................................................................4-46
Single...........................................................................................4-46
System Function ..................................................................................4-47
System.........................................................................................4-47
File...............................................................................................4-56
Recall...........................................................................................4-60
Save.............................................................................................4-63
Chapter 5 Functions of the Front Panel of VSA................................... 5-1
Basic Settings........................................................................................5-2
FREQ..............................................................................................5-2
SPAN..............................................................................................5-5
AMPT .............................................................................................5-8
Sweep and Function Settings.................................................................5-10
BW...............................................................................................5-10
Sweep..........................................................................................5-12
Trigger .........................................................................................5-13
Trace............................................................................................5-22
Measurement Settings..........................................................................5-26
Meas............................................................................................5-26
Meas Setup...................................................................................5-27
Marker Measurement............................................................................5-35
Marker..........................................................................................5-35
Marker->......................................................................................5-40
Marker Func..................................................................................5-42
Peak.............................................................................................5-43
Input/Output.......................................................................................5-44
Input Z.........................................................................................5-44
Ext Gain .......................................................................................5-44
Ext Trigger 2.................................................................................5-44
Shortcut Key........................................................................................5-45
Auto Tune.....................................................................................5-45
Preset...........................................................................................5-45
User.............................................................................................5-47
Quick Save....................................................................................5-47
Cont.............................................................................................5-48

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Single...........................................................................................5-48
System Function...................................................................................5-49
System .........................................................................................5-49
File...............................................................................................5-56
Recall ...........................................................................................5-60
Save.............................................................................................5-61
Chapter 6 Remote Control..................................................................6-1
Remote Control Overview....................................................................... 6-2
Remote Control via USB......................................................................... 6-3
Remote Control via LAN ......................................................................... 6-4
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting.................................................................7-1
Chapter 8 Appendix............................................................................8-1
Appendix A: RSA3000E Accessories and Option List.................................. 8-1
Appendix B: Warranty............................................................................ 8-2
Index .......................................................................................................1

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Chapter 1 Quick Start
This chapter gives you a quick review about the appearance and dimensions of the
RSA3000E series, its front and rear panel, user interface, as well as announcements
during first use of the analyzer.
Contents in this chapter:
General Inspection
Appearance and Dimensions
To Prepare for Use
Front Panel
Rear Panel
User Interface
Mouse/Keyboard/Touch Screen Operation Rule
Menu Operation
Parameter Setting
To Use the Built-in Help System
Fuse Replacement
Mode Setting

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General Inspection
1．Inspect the packaging
If the packaging has been damaged, do not dispose the damaged packaging or
cushioning materials until the shipment has been checked for completeness and
has passed both electrical and mechanical tests.
The consigner or carrier shall be liable for the damage to the instrument
resulting from shipment. RIGOL would not be responsible for free
maintenance/rework or replacement of the instrument.
2．Inspect the instrument
In case of any mechanical damage, missing parts, or failure in passing the
electrical and mechanical tests, contact your RIGOL sales representative.
3．Check the accessories
Please check the accessories according to the packing lists. If the accessories
are damaged or incomplete, please contact your RIGOL sales representative.

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Appearance and Dimensions
Figure 1-1 Front View Unit: mm
Figure 1-2 Vertical View Unit: mm

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To Prepare for Use
To Adjust the Supporting Legs
You can unfold the supporting legs to use them as stands to tilt the instrument
upwards for easier operation and observation. You can also fold the supporting legs
for easier storage or shipment when the instrument is not in use.
Figure 1-3 To Adjust the Supporting Legs
To unfold the
supporting legs
To fold the
supporting legs