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How modern spectrum analyzers are designed and how they work

Rohde & Schwarz: Spectrum Analyzer Fundamentals - RF CafeAs wireless devices and systems spread across every industry, spectrum analyzers serve as an essential RF test tool for characterizing signals and making frequency measurements. 

Download Rohde & Schwarz's definitive guide to understanding the technology behind spectrum analyzer measurements.

In this primer you will learn about:

  • Basics of Spectrum Analysis
    • Time and Frequency Domains
    • FFT Analyzers
    • Analyzers using the Heterodyne Principle
    • Settings for Using a Spectrum Analyzer
  • Nonlinear Devices Under Test (DUTs)
  • Crest Factor and Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (CCDF)
  • Phase Noise Measurements
  • Mixers and Mixer Measurements

Excerpt from Chapter 2, "Basics of Spectral Analysis":

R&S Chapter 2, "Basics of Spectral Analysis" - RF CafeFor the most part, the structure and content of this chapter have been taken from the book Fundamentals of Spectrum Analysis by Christoph Rauscher [1]. That work contains further references and links for a more in-depth look at this subject. 2.1

Correlation between the Time and Frequency Domains Electrical signals can be represented and observed in both the time domain and the frequency domain (see Fig. 1).

These two methods of representation are linked together via the Fourier transform, which means that a characteristic frequency spectrum for every signal can be represented in the time domain. ... 

 

About Rohde & Schwarz

Founded more than 80 years ago, Rohde & Schwarz is one of the world's leading manufacturers of information and communications technology products for professional users. Initially focusing on RF engineering and RF applications in test and measurement, radiocommunications and broadcasting, the company has continually expanded its fields of activity over the past decades. In the meantime Rohde & Schwarz has also become one of Germany's largest manufacturers of IT security products.

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Posted May 10, 2017