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RSA5100A Series
Real-Time Signal Analyzers
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Quick Start User Manual
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Real-Time Signal Analyzers
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Quick Start User Manual
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P.O. Box 500
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USA
For product information, sales, service, and technical support:
In North America, call 1-800-833-9200.
Worldwide, visit www.tektronix.com to find contacts in your area.

Warranty
Tektronix warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of
shipment. If any such product proves defective during this warranty period, Tektronix, at its option, either will repair the defective
product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and
replacement products used by Tektronix for warranty work may be new or reconditioned to like new performance. All replaced
parts, modules and products become the property of Tektronix.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify Tektronix of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period
and make suitable arrangements for the performance of service. Customer shall be responsible for packaging and shipping the
defective product to the service center designated by Tektronix, with shipping charges prepaid. Tektronix shall pay for the return of the
product to Customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the Tektronix service center is located. Customer shall
be responsible for paying all shipping charges, duties, taxes, and any other charges for products returned to any other locations.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or improper or inadequate maintenance and
care. Tektronix shall not be obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel
other than Tektronix representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or
connection to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-Tektronix supplies; or
d) to service a product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY TEKTRONIX WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TEKTRONIX AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TEKTRONIX' RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY PROVIDED TO THE CUSTOMER FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TEKTRONIX
AND ITS VENDORS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER TEKTRONIX OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Important safety information .......................................................................................................... iii
General safety summary......................................................................................................... iii
Service safety summary ......................................................................................................... v
Terms in this manual............................................................................................................. v
Symbols and terms on the product.............................................................................................. v
Compliance information ............................................................................................................... vi
EMC compliance ................................................................................................................. vi
Safety compliance............................................................................................................... vii
Environmental considerations ................................................................................................... ix
Preface................................................................................................................................. x
Key Features .....................................................................................................................x
Documentation ...................................................................................................................xi
Software Upgrades.............................................................................................................. xii
Conventions Used in This Manual................... . . . . .............. . .. . . . . .............. . . . . .............. . . . . .............. xii
Installation.............................................................................................................................. 1
Before Installation................................................................................................................ 1
Standard Accessories............................................................................................................ 1
Optional Accessories ............................................................................................................ 2
Options ........................................................................................................................... 3
Operating Considerations........................................................................................................ 4
Connecting to the Instrument.................................................................................................... 5
Powering On the Instrument..................................................................................................... 6
Powering Off the Instrument..................................................................................................... 6
Removing the Power............................................................................................................. 6
Operating System Restore....................................................................................................... 7
Adding an External Monitor...................................................................................................... 8
Inspecting the Instrument....................................................................................................... 12
User Maintenance............................................................................................................... 13
Operation.............................................................................................................................. 15
Getting Acquainted with Your Instrument . . . .............. . . . . .............. . .............. . . . . .............. . . . . .............. 15
Basic Concepts.................................................................................................................. 24
Navigating Displays............................................................................................................. 26
Selecting Displays...............................................................................................................27
Connecting a Signal............................................................................................................. 35
Starting and Stopping Acquisitions ...... . . . . .............. . .. . . . . .............. . . . . .............. . . . . .............. . .. . . . . ..... 36
Markers.......................................................................................................................... 38
Touchscreen Actions............................................................................................................ 41
Printing .......................................................................................................................... 43
Saving Data ..................................................................................................................... 45
Recalling Data...................................................................................................................46
Advanced Techniques........................................................................................................... 48
Index
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Important safety information
Important safety information
This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user for safe operation and to keep the
product in a safe condition.
To safely perform service on this product, additional information is provided at the end of this section. (See page v,
Service safety summary.)
General safety summary
Use the product only as specified. Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product
or any products connected to it. Carefully read all instructions. Retain these instructions for future reference.
Comply with local and national safety codes.
For correct and safe operation of the product, it is essential that you follow generally accepted safety procedures in addition
to the safety precautions specified in this manual.
The product is designed to be used by trained personnel only.
Only qualified personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove the cover for repair, maintenance, or
adjustment.
Before use, always check the product with a known source to be sure it is operating correctly.
This product is not intended for detection of hazardous voltages.
Use personal protective equipment to prevent shock and arc blast injury where hazardous live conductors are exposed.
While using this product, you may need to access other parts of a larger system. Read the safety sections of the other
component manuals for warnings and cautions related to operating the system.
When incorporating this equipment into a system, the safety of that system is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
To avoid fire or personal injury
Use proper power cord. Use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use.
Do not use the provided power cord for other products.
Ground the product. This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electric
shock, the grounding conductor must be connected to earth ground. Before making connections to the input or output
terminals of the product, make sure that the product is properly grounded.
Do not disable the power cord grounding connection.
Power disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. See instructions for the location. Do
not position the equipment so that it is difficult to disconnect the power cord; it must remain accessible to the user at all
times to allow for quick disconnection if needed.
Connect and disconnect properly. Do not connect or disconnect probes or test leads while they are connected
to a voltage source.
Observe all terminal ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, observe all ratings and markings on the product. Consult
the product manual for further ratings information before making connections to the product.
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Important safety information
Do not apply a potential to any terminal, including the common terminal, that exceeds the maximum rating of that terminal.
The measuring terminals on this product are not rated for connection to mains or Category II, III, or IV circuits.
Do not operate without covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed, or with the case open.
Hazardous voltage exposure is possible.
Avoid exposed circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
Do not operate with suspected failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by
qualified service personnel.
Disable the product if it is damaged. Do not use the product if it is damaged or operates incorrectly. If in doubt about safety of
the product, turn it off and disconnect the power cord. Clearly mark the product to prevent its further operation.
Before use, inspect voltage probes, test leads, and accessories for mechanical damage and replace when damaged.
Examine the exterior of the product before you use it. Look for cracks or missing pieces.
Use only specified replacement parts.
Wear eye protection. Wear eye protection if exposure to high-intensity rays or laser radiation exists.
Do not operate in wet/damp conditions. Be aware that condensation may occur if a unit is moved from a cold to a
warm environment.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry. Remove the input signals before you clean the product.
Provide proper ventilation. Refer to the installation instructions in the manual for details on installing the product
so it has proper ventilation.
Slots and openings are provided for ventilation and should never be covered or otherwise obstructed. Do not push objects
into any of the openings.
Provide a safe working environment. Always place the product in a location convenient for viewing the display
and indicators.
Avoid improper or prolonged use of keyboards, pointers, and button pads. Improper or prolonged keyboard or pointer use
may result in serious injury.
Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult with an ergonomics professional to avoid stress
injuries.
Use care when lifting and carrying the product. This product is provided with handles for lifting and carrying.
WARNING. The product is heavy. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the device get help when lifting or
carrying the product.
Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product.
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Important safety information
Servicesafetysummary
The Service safety summary section contains additional information required to safely perform service on the product. Only
qualified personnel should perform service procedures. Read this Service safety summary and the General safety summary
before performing any service procedures.
To avoid electric shock. Do not touch exposed connections.
Do not service alone. Do not perform internal service or adjustments of this product unless another person capable of
rendering first aid and resuscitation is present.
Disconnect power. To avoid electric shock, switch off the product power and disconnect the power cord from the mains
power before removing any covers or panels, or opening the case for servicing.
Use care when servicing with power on. Dangerous voltages or currents may exist in this product. Disconnect
power, remove battery (if applicable), and disconnect test leads before removing protective panels, soldering, or replacing
components.
Verify safety after repair. Always recheck ground continuity and mains dielectric strength after performing a repair.
Terms in this manual
These terms may appear in this manual:
WARNING. Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION. Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.
Symbols and terms on the product
These terms may appear on the product:
DANGER indicates an injury hazard immediately accessible as you read the marking.
WARNING indicates an injury hazard not immediately accessible as you read the marking.
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product.
When this symbol is marked on the product, be sure to consult the manual to find out the nature of the
potential hazards and any actions which have to be taken to avoid them. (This symbol may also be used to
refer the user to ratings in the manual.)
The following symbol(s) may appear on the product:
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Compliance information
Compliance information
This section lists the EMC (electromagnetic compliance), safety, and environmental standards with which the instrument
complies.
EMC compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Compliance was demonstrated to the following
specifications as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
EN 61326-1 2006, EN 61326-2-1 2006. EMC requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use. 123
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and conducted emissions, Group 1, Class A
IEC 61000-4-2:2001. Electrostatic discharge immunity
IEC 61000-4-3:2002. RF electromagnetic field immunity 5
IEC 61000-4-4:2004. Electrical fast transient / burst immunity
IEC 61000-4-5:2001. Power line surge immunity
IEC 61000-4-6:2003. Conducted RF immunity 6
IEC 61000-4-11:2004. Voltage dips and interruptions immunity 4,7
EN 61000-3-2:2006. AC power line harmonic emissions
EN 61000-3-3:1995. Voltage changes, fluctuations, and flicker
European contact.
Tektronix UK, Ltd.
Western Peninsula
Western Road
Bracknell, RG12 1RF
United Kingdom
1This product is intended for use in nonresidential areas only. Use in residential areas may cause electromagnetic interference.
2Emissions which exceed the levels required by this standard may occur when this equipment is connected to a test object.
3For compliance with the EMC standards listed here, high quality shielded interface cables should be used.
4At the IEC 61000-4-11 Voltage-Interruption Transient Immunity test at 0% for 250 cycles, the EUT reboots and can take greater
than 10 seconds to recover.
5Performance degradation information for the IEC 61000-4-3 test: Residual spurious signals can typically increase to -55 dBm with
exposure to the disturbancelevelsofthistest.
6Performance degradation information for the IEC 61000-4-6 test: Residual spurious signals can typically increase to the worse of
either 55 dB below reference level or -75 dBm, with exposure to the disturbancelevelsofthistest.
7Performance Criterion C applied at the 70%/25 cycle Voltage-Dip and the 0%/250 cycle Voltage-Interruption test levels (IEC
61000-4-11).
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Compliance information
Australia / New Zealand Declaration of Conformity – EMC
Complies with the EMC provision of the Radiocommunications Act per the following standard, in accordance with ACMA:
CISPR 11:2003. Radiated and Conducted Emissions, Group 1, Class A, in accordance with EN 61326-1:2006 and
EN 61326-2-1:2006.
Australia / New Zealand contact.
Baker & McKenzie
Level 27, AMP Centre
50 Bridge Street
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Safety compliance
This section lists the safety standards with which the product complies and other safety compliance information.
EU declaration of conformity – low voltage
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the Official Journal of the European Union:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EN 61010-1. Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use – Part
1: General Requirements.
U.S. nationally recognized testing laboratory listing
UL 61010-1. Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use – Part
1: General Requirements.
Canadian certification
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1. Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory
Use – Part 1: General Requirements.
Additional compliances
IEC 61010-1. Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use – Part
1: General Requirements.
Equipment type
Test and measuring equipment.
Safety class
Class 1 – grounded product.
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Compliance information
Pollution degree descriptions
A measure of the contaminants that could occur in the environment around and within a product. Typically the internal
environment inside a product is considered to be the same as the external. Products should be used only in the environment
for which they are rated.
Pollution degree 1. No pollution or only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Products in this category are generally
encapsulated, hermetically sealed, or located in clean rooms.
Pollution degree 2. Normally only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs. Occasionally a temporary conductivity that is
caused by condensation must be expected. This location is a typical office/home environment. Temporary condensation
occurs only when the product is out of service.
Pollution degree 3. Conductive pollution, or dry, nonconductive pollution that becomes conductive due to condensation.
These are sheltered locations where neither temperature nor humidity is controlled. The area is protected from direct
sunshine, rain, or direct wind.
Pollution degree 4. Pollution that generates persistent conductivity through conductive dust, rain, or snow. Typical
outdoor locations.
Pollution degree rating
Pollution degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Rated for indoor, dry location use only.
Measurement and overvoltage category descriptions
Measurement terminals on this product may be rated for measuring mains voltages from one or more of the following
categories (see specific ratings marked on the product and in the manual).
Category II. Circuits directly connected to the building wiring at utilization points (socket outlets and similar points).
Category III. In the building wiring and distribution system.
Category IV. At the source of the electrical supply to the building.
NOTE. Only mains power supply circuits have an overvoltage category rating. Only measurement circuits have a
measurement category rating. Other circuits within the product do not have either rating.
Mains overvoltage category rating
Overvoltage category II (as defined in IEC 61010-1).
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Compliance information
Environmental considerations
This section provides information about the environmental impact of the product.
Product end-of-life handling
Observe the following guidelines when recycling an instrument or component:
Equipment recycling. Production of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources. The equipment
may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or human health if improperly handled at the product’s
end of life. To avoid release of such substances into the environment and to reduce the use of natural resources, we
encourage you to recycle this product in an appropriate system that will ensure that most of the materials are reused
or recycled appropriately.
This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable European Union requirements according
to Directives 2012/19/EU and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and
batteries. For information about recycling options, check the Support/Service section of the Tektronix Web
site (www.tektronix.com).
Perchlorate materials. This product contains one or more type CR lithium batteries. According to the state
of California, CR lithium batteries are classified as perchlorate materials and require special handling. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for additional information.
Restriction of hazardous substances
This product is classified as an industrial monitoring and control instrument, and is not required to comply with the substance
restrictions of the recast RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU until July 22, 2017.
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Preface
Preface
This manual describes the installation and basic operation of the RSA5100A Series Real-Time Signal Analyzers. For
more detailed information, see the Help for your instrument.
RSA5103A
RSA5106A
RSA5115A
RSA5126A
Key Features
The RSA5100A Series is a family of high-performance real-time signal analyzers. Key features include:
Digital Phosphor Spectrum analysis, which greatly reduces the amount of time to recognize and identify a fault
DPX Density triggering (Option 200) to easily capture instabilities, transients and hidden signals that are impossible
for other signal analyzers to catch
Conventional spectrum analysis controls and functions including fast tuning, markers, phase noise, spurious and
other measurements
Easy event-based capture of transient RF signals by triggering on changes in the frequency domain using
Tektronix-exclusive Frequency Mask Triggering
Time domain triggering capability: Runt Triggers, Holdoff Trigger, and Time Qualification to all of the instrument triggers
(Option 200)
Multi-domain displays that provide an intuitive understanding of time-varying RF signals
Conventional Vector Signal Analysis capability available (Option 21) with modulation analysis for >20 popular modulation
formats
Seamless capture of signals in up to 110 MHz spans
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Documentation
The following documentation is available for your analyzer. The product documentation CD provided contains documents
available at the time of publication. For the most current documentation, refer to the Tektronix Web site.
To read about Use these documents
Installation and operation
(overviews)
Quick Start User Manual
The quick start user manual contains general information about how to put your instrument
into service and guides to user interface controls. This manual is available in printed
form and as a PDF file.
RSA5100A Series, English, Tektronix part number 071-2838-XX.
RSA5100A Series, Simplified Chinese, Tektronix part number 071-2839-XX.
RSA5100A Series, Japanese, Tektronix part number 071-2840-XX.
RSA5100A Series, Russian, Tektronix part number 071-2841-XX.
In-depth operation and
user interface help
Online help
The online help contains detailed information about how to operate the instrument. The
online help is available as a PDF file.
RSA5100A Series, Tektronix part number 077-1040-XX.
Application examples Application Examples Manual
This manual provides practical examples of using the analyzer to accomplish tasks. This
manual is available as a PDF file.
RSA6100B and RSA5100A Series, Tektronix part number 071-2834-XX.
Programming commands Programmer Manual
This manual contains descriptions of programming commands and their use. This manual
is available as a PDF file.
RSA6100B and RSA5100A Series, Tektronix part number 077-0523-XX.
Specifications and
performance verification
Specifications and Performance Verification Manual
This manual contains the instrument specifications and a procedure to check instrument
performance against warranted characteristics. This manual is available as a PDF file.
RSA5100A Series, Tektronix part number 077-0520-XX.
User service Service Manual
This manual provides a list of replaceable parts, care and maintenance information, and
information for servicing the instrument to the module level. This manual is available
as a PDF file.
RSA5100A Series, Tektronix part number 077-0522-XX.
Data security Declassification and Security Instructions
This document helps customers with data security concerns to sanitize or remove memory
devices.
RSA6100B and RSA5100A Series, Tektronix part number 077-0521-XX.
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Preface
Software Upgrades
Software option upgrades are available. Software upgrades for options become operational only after you enter a valid
option key for the specific analyzer model and serial number.
To check for upgrades:
1. Use your Web browser to go to www.tektronix.com/software.
2. Enter the product name (for example RSA5106A) to find available software upgrades.
Conventions Used in This Manual
The following icons are used throughout this manual:
Sequence
Step
Front panel
power
Connect
power
Network PS2 SVGA USB
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Installation
Installation
Before Installation
Unpack the instrument, and check that you received all items listed as Standard Accessories. Optional accessories and
instrument options are also listed in this section. Check the Tektronix Web site (www.tektronix.com) for the most current
information.
Standard Accessories
Your instrument comes with the following accessories: quick start user manual (languages are listed below), product
documentation CD, power cord, BNC-N adapter, USB keyboard, USB mouse, and instrument front cover.
Product Documentation
RSA5100A Series Real-Time Signal Analyzers Quick Start User Manual is available in the following languages:
English, Tektronix part number 071-2838-XX.
Simplified Chinese, Tektronix part number 071-2839-XX.
Japanese, Tektronix part number 071-2840-XX.
Russian, Tektronix part number 071-2841-XX.
RSA5100A Series Product Documentation CD, Tektronix part number 063-4314-XX.
Power Cords
Your instrument shipped with one of the following power cord options. Power cords for use in North America are UL listed
and CSA certified. Cords for use in areas other than North America are approved by at least one authority acceptable in
the country to which the product is shipped.
International Power Plugs
Opt. A0 - North America power
Opt. A1 - Universal EURO power
Opt. A2 - United Kingdom power
Opt. A3 - Australia power
Opt. A4 - 240 V, North America power
Opt. A5 - Switzerland power
Opt. A6 - Japan power
Opt. A10 - China power
Opt. A11 - India power
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