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RSA6100A Series
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers
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Quick Start User Manual
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071-1909-07

RSA6100A Series
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers
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Quick Start User Manual
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protected by national copyright laws and international treaty provisions.
Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supersedes that in all
previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.
Contacting Tektronix
Tektronix, Inc.
14200 SW Karl Braun Drive
P.O. Box 500
Beaverton, OR 97077
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
General Safety Summary ............................................................................................................. iii
Compliance Information............................................................................................................... v
EMC Compliance................................................................................................................. v
Safety Compliance............................................................................................................... vi
Environmental Considerations.................................................................................................. vii
Preface............................................................................................................................... viii
Key Features ................................................................................................................... viii
Documentation ................................................................................................................. viii
Software Upgrades............................................................................................................... ix
Conventions Used in This Manual............................................................................................... ix
Installation.............................................................................................................................. 1
Before Installation................................................................................................................ 1
Standard Accessories............................................................................................................ 1
Optional Accessories ............................................................................................................ 2
Options ........................................................................................................................... 3
Operating Considerations........................................................................................................ 3
Connecting to the Instrument.................................................................................................... 4
Powering On the Instrument..................................................................................................... 5
Powering Off the Instrument..................................................................................................... 5
Removing the Power............................................................................................................. 5
Adding an External Monitor...................................................................................................... 6
Inspecting the Instrument....................................................................................................... 10
User Maintenance............................................................................................................... 11
Operation.............................................................................................................................. 13
Getting Acquainted with Your Instrument . ..... .. ....... ... .. ....... .. ... .. ..... .. ..... ..... .. ....... ..... ....... .. ..... ..... .. 13
Basic Concepts.................................................................................................................. 21
Navigating Displays............................................................................................................. 23
Selecting Displays...............................................................................................................24
Connecting a Signal............................................................................................................. 29
Starting and Stopping Acquisitions . .. ..... ..... .. ..... ..... .. ....... ... .. ....... ... .. ....... .. ... ....... .. ... ....... .. ... .. .... 30
Markers.......................................................................................................................... 31
Touchscreen Actions............................................................................................................ 34
Printing .......................................................................................................................... 36
Saving Data ..................................................................................................................... 38
Recalling Data................................................................................................................... 39
Advanced Techniques........................................................................................................... 40
Index
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General Safety Summary
General Safety Summary
Review the following safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it.
To avoid potential hazards, use this product only as specified.
Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.
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.
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.
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, ensure that the product is properly grounded.
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.
The inputs are not rated for connection to mains or Category II, III, or IV circuits.
Power Disconnect. The power cord disconnects the product from the power source. Do not block the power cord; it
must remain accessible to the user at all times.
Do Not Operate Without Covers. Do not operate this product with covers or panels removed.
Do Not Operate With Suspected Failures. If you suspect that there is damage to this product, have it inspected by
qualified service personnel.
Avoid Exposed Circuitry. Do not touch exposed connections and components when power is present.
Replace Batteries Properly. Replace batteries only with the specified type and rating.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the fuse type and rating specified for this product.
Do Not Operate in Wet/Damp Conditions.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere.
Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry.
Provide Proper Ventilation. Refer to the manual’s installation instructions for details on installing the product so it has
proper ventilation.
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General Safety Summary
TermsinthisManual
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.
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. 1234
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 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.
3To ensure 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 disturbance levels of this test.
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 disturbance levels of this test.
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.
Safety Compliance
EC Declaration of Conformity – Low Voltage
Compliance was demonstrated to the following specification as listed in the Official Journal of the European Communities:
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EN 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use.
U.S. Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Listing
UL 61010-1:2004, 2nd Edition. Standard for electrical measuring and test equipment.
Canadian Certification
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and
laboratory use. Part 1.
Additional Compliances
IEC 61010-1: 2001. Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use.
Equipment Type
Test and measuring equipment.
Safety Class
Class 1 – grounded product.
Pollution Degree Description
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.
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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
Pollution Degree 2 (as defined in IEC 61010-1). Note: Rated for indoor use only.
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. In order 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 2002/96/EC 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).
Mercury Notification. This product uses an LCD backlight lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated due
to environmental considerations. Please contact your local authorities or, within the United States, refer to the E-cycling
Central Web page (www.eiae.org) for disposal or recycling information.
Restriction of Hazardous Substances
This product has been classified as Monitoring and Control equipment, and is outside the scope of the 2002/95/EC RoHS
Directive.
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Preface
Preface
This manual describes the installation and basic operation of the RSA6100A Series of real-time spectrum analyzers. For
more detailed information, see the online help for your instrument.
Key Features
The RSA6100A Series is a family of high-performance real-time spectrum analyzers. Key features include:
Digital Phosphor Spectrum analysis, which greatly reduces the amount of time to recognize and identify a fault
DPX Density triggering 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
Documentation
The following documentation is available with your Tektronix RSA6100A Series Spectrum Analyzer. For the most current
documentation, refer to the Tektronix Web site.
To read about Use these documents
Installation and operation
(overviews)
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers 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.
In-depth operation and
user interface help
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Online help.
The online help contains detailed information about how to operate the instrument.
Application examples RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Application Examples Manual.
This manual provides practical examples of using the analyzer to accomplish tasks.
Programming commands RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Programmer Manual.
The programming commands for the RSA6100A Series are located in a PDF file located
on the Documents CD.
Specifications and
performance verification
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Specifications and
Performance Verification Manual.
This manual contains the instrument specifications and a procedure to check instrument
performance against warranted characteristics. This manual is in a PDF file located
on the Documents CD.
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To read about Use these documents
User service RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Service Manual.
An optional manual that provides a list of replaceable parts, care and maintenance
information, and information for servicing the instrument to the module level. This manual
isinaPDFfile located on the Documents CD.
Software Upgrades
Software upgrades are available. Software upgrades become operational only after you enter a valid option key for the
specific spectrum 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 (RSA6100A) 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
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), programmer
manual (on CD), specifications and performance verification manual (on CD), declassification and security instructions
(on CD), service manual (on CD), power cord, BNC-N adapter (RSA6106A and RSA6114A only, Tektronix part number
103-0045-XX), Jack-to-Jack SMA adapter (RSA6120A only, Tektronix part number 131-8508-XX) 50 ΩSMA terminator
(RSA6120A only, Tektronix part number 015-1022-XX), USB keyboard, USB mouse, and instrument pouch.
Documents
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Quick Start User Manual is available in the following languages:
English, Tektronix part number 071-1909-XX.
Simplified Chinese, Tektronix part number 071-1910-XX.
Japanese, Tektronix part number 071-1911-XX.
Russian, Tektronix part number 071-1912-XX.
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Documents CD, Tektronix part number 063-3930-XX.
The Documents CD contains PDF versions of the following manuals:
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Quick Start User Manual,
in English, Japanese, Russian and Simplified Chinese.
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Application Examples Manual,
Tektronix part number 071-2590-XX.
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Printable Online Help,
Tektronix part number 077-0169-XX.
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Programmer Manual,
Tektronix part number 077-0249-XX.
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Service Manual,
Tektronix part number 077-0250-XX.
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Specifications and Performance Verification Manual,
Tektronix part number 077-0251-XX.
RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Declassification and Security Instructions,
Tektronix part number 077-0170-XX.
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Power Cords
The RSA6100A Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers are 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
Opt. A99 - No power cord
Optional Accessories
RSA61RHD - Provides an additional removable hard disk drive for use with Option 06
065-0765-XX - Additional removable solid-state hard drive for use with Option 08
(Microsoft Windows XP Embedded and instrument SW pre-installed)
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Options
You can add the following options to your spectrum analyzer:
Option 01 - Adds 10 MHz to 3 GHz Pre-Amplifier
Option 02 - Adds frequency mask triggering and RAM expansion
Option 05 - Adds digital IQ output and 500 MHz analog IF output
Option 06 - Adds a removable hard disk drive (not compatible with Option 07 or Option 08)
Option 07 - Adds a DVD±RW drive, no-cost option (not compatible with Option 06 or Option 08)
Option 08 - Adds a removable solid-state hard drive (not compatible with Option 06 or Option 07)
Option 11 - Adds Phase Noise and Jitter Measurement
Option 20 - Adds advanced signal analysis (including pulse measurements)
Option 21 - Adds general-purpose digital modulation analysis
Option 110 - Adds 110 MHz real-time capture bandwidth
Option 200 - Advanced DPX and Triggers
Option 1R - Adds Rackmount Kit
Operating Considerations
Power supply requirements
Source voltage and frequency Power consumption
100 – 240 VRMS, 50/60 Hz
115 VRMS, 400 Hz
450 W maximum (all models)
Environmental requirements
Characteristic Description
Operating temperature +5 °C to +50 °C (+5 °C to +40 °C; when accessing the DVD drive or optional
removable hard-disk drive)
Non-operating temperature -20°Cto+60°C
Humidity 90% at 30 °C (non-condensing)
80% maximum when accessing the DVD drive
Maximum wet-bulb temperature 29 °C
Altitude:
Operating
Non-operating
Up to 3000 m (9843 ft)
12190 m (40,000 ft)
Cooling clearance
Bottom
Sides and back
20 mm (0.79 in)
50 mm (1.97 in)
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