Tektronix WCA330 User manual

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User Manual
WCA330 & WCA380
3GHz & 8GHz Wireless Communication Analyzer
070-A792-50
This document applies to firmware version 3.2
and above.
www.tektronix.com

Copyright ©Tektronix Japan, Ltd. All rights reserved.
Copyright ©Tektronix, Inc. All rights reserved.
Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign patents, issued and pending. Information in this publication supercedes
that in all previously published material. Specifications and price change privileges reserved.
Tektronix Japan, Ltd., 5–9–31 Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa–ku, Tokyo 141–0001 Japan
Tektronix, Inc., P.O. Box 500, Beaverton, OR 97077
TEKTRONIX and TEK are registered trademarks of Tektronix, Inc.

WARRANTY
Tektronix warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment. If a 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.
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 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.

Service Options
Tektronix provides service to cover repair under warranty as well as other services that are designed to meet your specific
service needs. Advancing technology has brought incredible change to the power of measurement instruments. Manufac-
turing methods and calibration techniques have been revolutionized, making the service challenge tougher than ever. By
using Tektronix as your service provider you make use of our technology and product knowledge, our world-wide logistics
infrastructure, and our ISO9000 approved service centers. Tektronix technicians are trained on the latest products and are
equipped with the most current information on product improvements and upgrades for optimum product performance.
Warranty Repair Service. Tektronix technicians provide warranty service at most Tektronix service locations worldwide.
The warranty period for this product can be found behind the title page in this manual.
Calibration and Repair Service. Tektronix offers calibrations, non-warranty repair, and support for customers performing
their own service. Where appropriate, calibrations are compliant to ANSI/NCSL Z–540/ISO GUIDE 25 and ISO9000
Quality Systems. If you prefer to perform your own service, Tektronix supports repair to the replaceable-part level through
providing for circuit board exchange. All services can be purchased through a variety of agreements to fit your specific
requirements.
For more information, regarding service offerings or service locations worldwide, please see the Tektronix product catalog
or visit us on our Customer Services World Center web site at:
http://www.tek.com/Measurement/Service.

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Table of Contents
General Safety Summary xv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Safety Summary xvii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About This Manual xix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Documents xx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conventions xx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting Tektronix xxi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Product Overview 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Targets 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Difference between WCA330 and WCA380 1–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Architecture 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation and Power On 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking and Inspection 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Power Cord 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Powering On 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Display Tilt Angle 1–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Powering Off 1–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When the Analyzer Does Not Seem to Work Properly 1–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Backing Up User Files 1–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About Installation of Other Applications 1–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration and Diagnostics 1–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Calibration 1–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostics 1–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Characteristics Check 1–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Basics
Interface Maps 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Panel 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Panel 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display Screen Configuration 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Display Information in a View 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Status and Setup Display 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu Operations 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displaying Menus 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu Item Information 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selection and Numeric Input 2–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tutorial 2–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparations 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the Signal Generator 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Applying Power 2–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring the Analyzer with Basic Configuration Patterns 2–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measuring a Digitally-Modulated Signal 2–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Hardware Settings 2–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
View Definitions and Layout 2–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Averaging and Compared Display 2–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Peak Search and Zoom 2–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Delta Markers 2–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning Off the Power 2–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu Functions 2–47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Sequence 2–47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONFIG Menu 2–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SETUP (Standard) Menu 2–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SETUP (CDMA) Menu 2–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SETUP (3gppACP) Menu 2–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Waveform View Menu 2–63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analog View Menu 2–69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FSK View Menu 2–71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spectrogram View Menu 2–72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Waterfall View Menu 2–75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polar View Menu 2–76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EyeDiagram View Menu 2–79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SymbolTable View Menu 2–80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EVM View Menu 2–81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CDMAWaveform View Menu 2–83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CDMAPolar View Menu 2–86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CDMATime View Menu 2–88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CodeSpectrogram View Menu 2–90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CodePolar View Menu 2–92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CodePower View Menu 2–93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CodeWSpectrogram View Menu 2–95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CodeWPolar View Menu 2–97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CodeWPower View Menu 2–99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3gppACPView Menu 2–100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3gppSpectrogram View Menu 2–103. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3gppPolar View Menu 2–104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3gppPower View Menu 2–106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GSM View Menu 2–107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GSMPolar View Menu 2–108. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GSMMask View Menu 2–111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CCDF Menu 2–112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CCDFView Menu 2–114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AutoSave Menu 2–115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SelfCal (Util A) Menu 2–116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SaveLoad (Util B) Menu 2–117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Average (Util C) Menu 2–118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
File Access Menu 2–119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Print Menu 2–120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Power-Up Settings 2–121. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Reference
Input and Memory Modes 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the Input Frequency Band 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the IF Mode 3–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory Modes: Scalar, Frequency, Dual, and Zoom 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Mode 3–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mode Summary 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Frequency and Span 3–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Frequency and Span 3–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Frequency with the Marker and Search 3–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Buffering the Input Value 3–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reference Level 3–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Reference Level 3–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overload 3–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FFT Parameters 3–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FFT Type 3–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FFT Points 3–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FFT Window 3–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting FFT Parameters 3–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Acquiring Data 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roll Mode and Block Mode 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Block Size 3–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting/Stopping Data Acquisition 3–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Frame Period and Real Time 3–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting a Frame Period 3–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Frame Period and Seamless Acquisition 3–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Real-Time Acquisition 3–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displaying Waveform Data 3–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Views 3–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Scales 3–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Display Frames 3–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Relation among Frame, Bin, and Pixel 3–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Marker Operations and Peak Search 3–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type of Marker 3–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moving the Primary Marker 3–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Delta Marker 3–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Zoom 3–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Zoom Process 3–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Zoom Range 3–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Zoom Operation 3–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Average and Peak Hold 3–57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Averaging Process 3–58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Averaging Mode 3–60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Example of the View Average Function 3–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Example of the Utility Average Function 3–63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Trigger 3–65. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting a Trigger 3–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a Trigger Mask Pattern 3–75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hints for Creating a Mask Pattern 3–76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example of Creating a Mask Pattern 3–77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Measurement 3–81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Requirements 3–82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Noise Measurement 3–83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Measurement 3–84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C/N and C/No Measurements 3–85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ACP Measurement 3–86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OBW Measurement 3–88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Band Power Marker Operations 3–90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analyzing an Analog Modulated Signal 3–95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting 3–95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display 3–96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display and Analysis of a Digitally-Modulated Signal 3–97. . . . . . . . . . . .
Process Flow 3–98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supported Modulation Systems 3–98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting 3–100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vector and Constellation Displays 3–102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Eye Diagram Display 3–104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbol Table Display 3–105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Vector Analysis Display 3–106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analyzing an FSK Digital Modulated Signal 3–109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting 3–109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display 3–110. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CDMA Analysis 3–111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Evaluation of Demodulation Precision and Waveform Quality 3–112. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Evaluation of Spurious 3–116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time Characteristic Evaluation 3–122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
cdmaOne Analysis 3–127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About cdmaOne Analysis 3–128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Examples 3–129. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
W-CDMA Analysis 3–135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About W-CDMA Analysis 3–135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Examples 3–137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3GPP Analysis 3–143. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3GPP Down-Link Signal Analysis 3–143. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3GPP ACP Measurement 3–149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GSM Analysis 3–151. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measurement Functions 3–152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Operations 3–154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering the Sync Word 3–163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CCDF Analysis 3–165. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About CCDF Analysis 3–166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Examples 3–167. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Auto-Save Function 3–169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restrictions 3–169. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Procedure 3–170. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading the Data 3–172. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
File Operations 3–173. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving and Loading Files 3–174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating File Access Menu 3–178. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data File Format 3–184. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Block 3–189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correction Data Block 3–194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Windows 98 3–195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching a Mouse and a Keyboard 3–195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing Windows 98 3–197. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LAN Connection 3–199. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching a Cable 3–199. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Network Setting 3–200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sharing Resources 3–200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outputting Waveform Data 3–201. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Screen Hardcopy 3–202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outputting View Data in Text Format 3–206. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Date and Time 3–209. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displaying the Version and Self Test Result 3–211. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendices
Appendix A: Options and Accessories A–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options A–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard Accessories A–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Accessories A–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix B: Specifications B–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Characteristics B–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Physical Characteristics B–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental Characteristics B–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix C: Default Settings C–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restoring Default Settings C–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix D: Frequency and Time Resolution D–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix E: Mouse Operations E–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displaying the Front Panel Interface E–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mouse Operations E–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operations with Keyboard E–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Caution in Turning Off the Power E–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix F: Inspection and Cleaning F–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Cleaning Procedures F–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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List of Fig res
Figure 1–1: WCA330/WCA380 wireless communication analyzer 1–1. .
Figure 1–2: Signal processing system block diagram 1–4. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–3:AC inlet on the rear panel 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–4: Mouse connector location (rear panel) 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–5: Principal power switch on the rear panel 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–6: Power switch (ON/STANDBY) 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–7: New clock settings dialog box 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–8: Display of self test results upon power-up (upper left of
screen) 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–9: Initial screen 1–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–10:Angular adjustment of tilt display 1–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–11: Displaying UNCAL 1–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–12: Running the self gain-calibration 1–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–13: Running calibration and diagnostics 1–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 1–14: Execution results of diagnostic routines (View C) 1–25. . . . .
Figure 2–1: Front panel map (left part) 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–2: Front panel map (right part) 2–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–3: Rear panel map 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–4: Display screen configuration 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–5: View general display information 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–6: Status display areas 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–7: Setup display area 2–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–8: Menu display area and keys 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–9: CONFIG menu keys 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–10: SETUP menu keys 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–11: VIEW keys 2–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–12: Examples of top menu item display 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–13: Examples of lower menu item display 2–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–14: Menu items requiring selection or numeric input 2–16. . . . .
Figure 2–15: Drop-down list for selecting an item 2–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–16: Side menu item for numeric setting 2–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–17: Step keys 2–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–18: Increment display 2–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–19: Cable connection 2–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure 2–20: Power switch 2–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–21: Initial screen 2–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–22: CONFIG:MODE key and the menu 2–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–23: Control of the start and stop of measurement 2–24. . . . . . . .
Figure 2–24: Spectrum measurement with a span of 3 GHz 2–24. . . . . . . .
Figure 2–25: Status display area 2–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–26: Four-view display for digital modulation analysis 2–26. . . . .
Figure 2–27: Measuring the digitally-modulated signal – Span
3 GHz 2–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–28: SETUP:FREQ key location 2–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–29: Freq side menu item available for numeric input 2–29. . . . .
Figure 2–30: Numeric input keypad 2–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–31: Span side menu item available for numeric input 2–30. . . . .
Figure 2–32: Setup display areas 2–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–33: Views resulting from changes to the frequency and
span settings 2–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–34: CONFIG:VIEW key and its submenu 2–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–35: Selecting the Waterfall view 2–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–36: Making changes to View D 2–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–37: Four-view display layout 2–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–38: VIEW keys (view control keys) 2–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–39: View B display (1-view display) 2–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–40:Averaging and compared waveform display 2–39. . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–41: Signal acquisition in the Zoom mode 2–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–42: Example of zooming 2–42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–43: Moving the markers by peak search 2–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–44: Measurement example using the delta markers 2–45. . . . . .
Figure 2–45: Signal process and display blocks 2–47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–46: Frame Relative On and Off 2–68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–47: Separation setting 2–68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 2–48: Setting Mask Percent for the EVM calculation 2–82. . . . . . .
Figure 2–49: Setting the receive filter with the ACP... submenu 2–102. . . .
Figure 2–50: Setting the sync word parameters 2–110. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–1: Signal process flow 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–2: Usage of data memory 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–3: SETUP keys for setting the frequency and span 3–9. . . . . . .
Figure 3–4: Relationship between the frequency and span settings 3–12. .
Figure 3–5: SETUP keys for setting reference level 3–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure 3–6: Overload indicator 3–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–7: Window process of time domain data 3–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–8: Roll mode and Block mode 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–9: Relationship between the block size and frames 3–22. . . . . . .
Figure 3–10: ROLL key and BLOCK key 3–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–11: Frame period 3–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–12: Seamless status display 3–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–13: Seamless acquisition and real-time acquisition 3–27. . . . . . .
Figure 3–14: Real-time acquisition in the frequency domain 3–28. . . . . . .
Figure 3–15: View control keys 3–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–16: Views A to H (2x2 display) 3–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–17: One-view display 3–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–18: Two-view display 3–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–19: Four-view display (1x4 display) 3–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–20: Four-view display (2x2 display) 3–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–21: Setting scales 3–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–22: Display frames 3–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–23: Linked views example 3–40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–24: Relationship among frame, bin, and pixel 3–42. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–25: Display data compression method 3–43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–26: Marker read-out 3–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–27: Zoom process 3–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–28: Spectra before and after zooming 3–55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–29:Averaging process in the view 3–58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–30: Process of the utility average 3–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–31: Simultaneous display of a spectrum and its averaged
waveform (Example) 3–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–32:Acquiring and displaying data in the Auto and Normal
modes 3–66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–33: Delayed trigger 3–67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–34: Timeout trigger 3–67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–35: Interval trigger 3–68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–36: Quick trigger 3–68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–37: Quick Interval trigger 3–69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–38: Three-dimensional view display effect by setting a
trigger count 3–71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–39: Relation between the trigger count and the frame 3–72. . . .
Figure 3–40: Trigger position and data acquisition 3–74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–41: Example of a trigger mask pattern 3–75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure 3–42: Example of a trigger mask pattern with a shifted
baseline 3–79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–43: Noise measurement example 3–83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–44: Power measurement example 3–84. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–45: C/N and C/No measurement examples 3–85. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–46:ACP measurement example 3–87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–47: OBW measurement example 3–89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–48: Power measurement band power marker 3–90. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–49:ACP measurement band power marker 3–91. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–50: Band power marker used for the OBW measurement 3–93.
Figure 3–51: Display examples of analog signal demodulation 3–96. . . . .
Figure 3–52: Digital modulation signal flow 3–99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–53: Vector and constellation display examples 3–102. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–54: Vector and Eye diagram display examples 3–104. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–55: Symbol table display example 3–105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–56: EVM view display examples 3–106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–57: 1/4 pQPSK constellation display example and error
vector 3–107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–58: Example display of FSK modulation signal
demodulation 3–110. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–59: CDMA analysis with the EVM/Rho basic
configuration 3–112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–60: CDMA analysis with the Spurious basic configuration
(30 MHz span) 3–116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–61: CDMA analysis with the Spurious basic configuration
(5 MHz span) 3–118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–62: Default specified line (when RBW = 30 k) 3–119. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–63: Default specified line (when RBW = 1 M) 3–119. . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–64: CDMA analysis with the Time Domain basic
configuration 3–122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–65: Default mask area 3–123. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–66:Analyzing rising and falling characteristics in detail 3–125. .
Figure 3–67: Code-domain power spectrogram 3–130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–68: Constellation 3–130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–69: Code-domain power 3–131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–70:Analyzing a transient signal 3–133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–71: Code-domain power spectrogram 3–138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–72: Symbol constellation 3–138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–73: Code-domain power 3–139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–74: Symbol power 3–139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure 3–75:Analyzing a transient signal 3–141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–76: Code-domain power spectrogram 3–147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–77: Symbol constellation 3–147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–78: Code-domain power 3–148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–79: Symbol power 3–148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–80: 3GPP ACP measurement example 3–150. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–81: Slot data structure 3–152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–82: Modulation accuracy measurement 3–155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–83: Output power measurement 3–156. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–84: Power vs. Time measurement 3–157. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–85: Spectrum (MOD) measurement 3–159. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–86: Spectrum (SW) measurement 3–161. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–87: Entering a sync word in the GSMPolar view 3–163. . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–88: CCDF calculation process 3–166. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–89: CCDF measurement (View G) 3–168. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–90: CCDFView display (View H) 3–168. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–91:Auto-save views in two modes (View C and D) 3–171. . . . . . .
Figure 3–92:Automatic data storage in the Roll mode 3–172. . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–93: Side keys to display the file access menu 3–178. . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–94: Directory and file listings in the file access menu 3–178. . . . .
Figure 3–95: File operation menu 3–179. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–96: Copying a file 3–181. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–97: Data file structure 3–184. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–98: Frame padding 3–187. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–99: Data block structure 3–189. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–100: Mouse and keyboard connectors 3–195. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–101: Displaying the Windows 98 accessory menu 3–197. . . . . . . .
Figure 3–102: 10/100 BASE-T connector location (rear panel) 3–199. . . . .
Figure 3–103: Setting for sharing a folder 3–200. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–104: Parallel port location (rear panel) 3–202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–105: Installing the printer driver 3–203. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–106: Pasting text data of the spectrum 3–207. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–107: Creating a graph from the text data in Excel 3–208. . . . . . . .
Figure 3–108: Date/Time Properties dialog box 3–209. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3–109: Displaying the version and self test result (view of
upper left corner) 3–211. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure E–1: Front panel interface for mouse operations E–1. . . . . . . . . . .

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Figure E–2: Correspondence between front panel interface buttons
and front panel keys E–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure E–3: Operating the side menu (top level item) E–5. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure E–4: Operating the side menu (7 items in lower level) E–6. . . . . .
Figure E–5: Selecting menus using the mouse E–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure E–6: Moving the marker and selecting a frame E–8. . . . . . . . . . . .

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List of Tables
Table 1–1: Internal diagnostic program 1–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–1: Status display 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–2: Setup display items 2–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–3: CONFIG menu table 2–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–4: SETUP (standard) menu table 2–54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–5: SETUP (CDMA) menu table 2–59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–6: SETUP (3gppACP) menu table 2–61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–7: Waveform view menu table 2–63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–8: Analog view menu table 2–69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–9: FSK view menu table 2–71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–10: Spectrogram view menu table 2–72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–11: Waterfall view menu table 2–75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–12: Polar view menu table 2–76. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–13: EyeDiagram view menu table 2–79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–14: SymbolTable view menu table 2–80. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–15: EVM view menu table 2–81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–16: CDMAWaveform view menu table 2–83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–17: CDMAPolar view menu table 2–86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–18: CDMATime view menu table 2–88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–19: CodeSpectrogram view menu table 2–91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–20: CodePolar view menu table 2–92. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–21: CodePower view menu table 2–93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–22: CodeWSpectrogram view menu table 2–96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–23: CodeWPolar view menu table 2–97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–24: CodeWPower view menu table 2–99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–25: 3gppACPView menu table 2–100. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–26: 3gppPolar view menu table 2–104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–27: GSM view menu table 2–107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–28: GSMPolar view menu table 2–108. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–29: GSMMask menu table 2–111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–30: CCDF menu table 2–113. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–31: CCDFView menu table 2–114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–32: AutoSave menu table 2–115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–33: SelfCal menu table 2–116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Table 2–34: SaveLoad menu table 2–117. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–35: Average menu table 2–118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–36: File Access menu table 2–119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 2–37: Print menu table 2–120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–1: Input frequency band 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–2: IF modes 3–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–3: Mode summary 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–4: Frequency and span setting range 3–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–5: Reference level setting range 3–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–6: Input modes and FFT parameters 3–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–7: FFT window and band-pass filter 3–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–8: Block size setting range 3–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–9: Minimum frame period 3–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–10: The number of bins 3–41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–11: Zoom range 3–53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–12: Maximum trigger count 3–70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–13: Modulating systems 3–98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–14: CDMA analysis items 3–111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–15: cdmaOne parameters 3–128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–16: W-CDMA parameters 3–135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–17: 3GPP parameters 3–143. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–18: GSM measurement functions 3–152. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–19: Files available in the analyzer 3–174. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–20: Data format available in views 3–176. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–21: Possible combinations of data types 3–190. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–22: Frame size 3–191. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–23: Order of bins in frequency domain 3–191. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 3–24: Functions available with a keyboard 3–196. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–1: Options A–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–2: Standard accessories A–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table A–3: Optional accessories A–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B–1: Frequency B–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B–2: Spectrum purity B–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B–3: Input B–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B–4: Reference level B–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table B–5: Dynamic range B–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .