Saelig Company Inc. has introduced the Rigol RSA6000 Series real-time spectrum analyzers in 8/14/26.5 GHz versions. Based on Rigol’s revised proprietary UltraReal platform, they combine high performance signal capture, advanced analysis and portable design to extend applications beyond traditional desktop use. One-click mode switching, web control, and a lightweight form-factor make this series suitable for comprehensive signal analysis anywhere, in applications from low-frequency communications to microwave radar.

This 5 kHz to 26.5 GHz range of analyzers comes with a built-in preamp, tracking generator (optional on 8 GHz model), 200 MHz real-time bandwidth and 4 THz/s sweep speed, gives full-spectrum visibility in milliseconds; which means that capturing fast, transient or frequency-hopping signals is never a problem. Phase noise performance as low as -108 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz (10 kHz offset) is ideal for evaluating critical components like oscillators and phase-locked loops. Displayed average noise level is as low as -163 dBm/Hz to enable the successful capture of weak signals.

The RSA6000 Series integrates five separate core measurement modes, with one-click switching:

• GPSA (general purpose spectrum analysis): Provides traditional swept-mode measurements such as channel power, adjacent channel power, occupied bandwidth, harmonic distortion
• RTSA (real-time spectrum analysis): Uses density maps, spectrograms and PvT to display information from complex signals
• VSA (vector signal analysis): Optional demodulation analysis of wideband signals displayed in constellation and eye diagrams
• ADM (analog demodulation): In-depth analysis of AM/FM/PM analog modulated signals
• EMI (EMI precompliance analysis): Built-in CISPR-compliant filters for pretesting and troubleshooting radiated and conducted emissions.

With its 10.1 in. capacitive multi-touch screen with redesigned UI, the RSA6000 instruments provide a tablet-like experience, freed from the constraints of traditional desktop instruments. Web control and remote collaboration simplify remote debugging or educational demonstrations, and standard interfaces such as HDMI, LAN, and USB, plus SCPI commands, support the task of quickly building automated test systems.

Whether in cutting-edge scientific research or demanding industrial applications, the RSA6000 Series spectrum analyzers provide a comprehensive signal test solution to meet advanced design, debugging and test requirements, available at an attractive price. Small in size (14 x 8.4 x 4.8 in.) and light in weight (11 lb.), these spectrum analyzers are available now from Saelig Company, Inc., Rigol’s U.S. technical distributor.