1. General Safety Requirements
Before using the device, please read the following safety precautions to prevent bodily injury and damage to the product. Ensure the product is used only within specified ranges.
1.1. General Safety Precautions
- Use Proper Power Cord: Use only the power cord supplied with the product and certified for your country.
- Product Grounded: The instrument is grounded through the power cord. Ensure proper grounding before connecting any input/output terminals to avoid electric shock.
- Check all Terminal Ratings: Verify all ratings and markings on the product. Refer to this manual for details before connecting.
- Use Proper Overvoltage Protection: Ensure no overvoltage can reach the product to prevent electrical shock.
- Do not operate without covers: Do not operate the instrument with covers or panels removed.
- Avoid exposed circuit: Exercise caution when working on exposed circuitry to prevent electric shock or injury.
- Do not operate if any damage: If damage is suspected, have it inspected by qualified service personnel before further use.
- Well-ventilated area: Use the spectrum analyzer in a well-ventilated area.
- Do not operate in damp conditions: Avoid humid environments to prevent short-circuiting or electric shock.
- Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere: Keep the device away from explosive atmospheres.
- Keep product surfaces clean and dry: Maintain clean and dry surfaces to prevent dust or moisture interference.
- Electrostatic Prevention: Operate in an electrostatic discharge protective environment. Ground both internal and external conductors of cables before connections.
- Protect the Input Terminals: Do not bend or hit input terminals or connected devices. Avoid mixing 50Ω and 75Ω connectors/cables.
- Do Not Overload the Input: Input signals must be less than 50V DC and 30 dBm (1 W) AC (RF) components.
- Appropriate Use of Power Meter: If unsure of signal characteristics, use an RF power meter or external attenuator. Select maximum attenuation, reference level, and span frequency to keep signals within the screen.
- Know About the Specification Conditions: For maximum performance, use the analyzer under specified conditions.
- Handling Safety: Handle with care during transportation to avoid damage to buttons, knobs, interfaces, and other panel parts.
1.2. Safety Terms and Symbols
The following terms and symbols may appear in this manual or on the product:
- WARNING: Indicates conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
- CAUTION: Indicates conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.
Symbols on the product:
- ⚠ Hazardous Voltage
- ⏚ Chassis Ground
- ℹ Refer to Manual
2. Document Overview
This manual is structured to guide you through the various aspects of your spectrum analyzer:
- General Safety Requirements: Important safety information.
- User Notice: Initial inspection, power-on procedures, and safety precautions.
- Front/Rear Panel: Detailed description of controls and connectors.
- User Interface: Explanation of the display, touch screen, and external control.
- Menu Interpretation: Comprehensive guide to all menu functions and settings.
- Specification: Technical parameters and performance details.
- Troubleshooting: Solutions for common operational issues.
- Warranty: Information regarding product warranty.
- Appendix: Details on accessories, USB disk requirements, and PC software.
3. Setup and Initial Operation
3.1. General Inspection
Upon receiving your new instrument, perform the following checks:
- Check for transportation damage: Inspect the packaging carton and cushioning. If damaged, retain packaging until the device is checked.
- Check the Accessories: Verify all listed accessories in Appendix A are present and undamaged.
- Check the Complete Instrument: Look for physical damage, operational faults, or performance issues. Contact your distributor if any problems are found. Keep original packaging for potential returns.
3.2. Power Supply Requirements
The spectrum analyzer is compatible with 100V~240V AC, 50Hz-60Hz. The power consumption is 28W.
- Power Cord Selection: Use the provided three-wire power cord, rated greater than 250Vac and 2A.
- Grounding: Ensure the grounding conductor of the spectrum analyzer is properly grounded before turning on.
- Stable Power: Use a 220V/110V AC regulated power supply to prevent damage from power interference.
3.3. Electro-static Discharge (ESD) Protection
ESD can reduce instrument reliability. Implement the following precautions:
- Use conductive table mats connected to hands via wrist bands.
- Use conductive ground mats connected to feet via ankle straps.
- Quickly ground internal and external conductors of coaxial cables before connecting to the analyzer.
- Wear anti-static gloves when handling connectors or performing assembly.
- Ensure all instruments are properly grounded to avoid static buildup.
3.4. First Time Power On
- Connect the three-pin AC power cord to the instrument and a grounded power socket.
- Press the power switch (⏻) on the bottom left of the front panel.
- Self-initialization takes about 30 seconds. The spectrum analyzer will default to the scanning curve.
- Allow the spectrum analyzer to warm up for 30 minutes for stabilization to obtain the most accurate results.
3.5. Front Panel Overview
The front panel features a 10.4-inch multi-touch screen, various function keys, a numeric keypad, and input/output connectors.
- 10.4-inch multi-touch screen: Main display and interaction area.
- Menu softkeys: Context-sensitive menu buttons.
- Function keys: Dedicated buttons for common functions (FREQ, SPAN, AMPTD, BW, Trace, Detector, Display, Sweep, Trig, Source, Mode, Peak, Marker, Meas, Meas Setup, System, File, Preset, Help, Save/Recall, Quick/Save).
- Knob: For adjusting parameter values.
- Arrow keys: For navigation and fine adjustment.
- Power key: To turn the device on/off.
- Earphone interface: For audio output.
- USB Host interface: For connecting USB devices like flash drives, keyboards, or mice.
- Tracking generator output (GEN Output 50Ω): For connecting to a receiver.
- RF input connector (RF Input 50Ω): For connecting to a device.
- Numeric keypad: For direct parameter input.
3.6. Rear Panel Overview
The rear panel provides various connectivity options and physical features.
- Handle: For carrying the device.
- Security lock hole: For securing the instrument.
- Trigger input connector: For external trigger signals.
- LAN: For network connection and remote control.
- USB Device: Configurable USB port for external devices, PictBridge printer, and remote control.
- HDMI: For connecting an external monitor or projector.
- Reference clock in/out (10MHz IN/OUT): BNC input or output for 10 MHz reference clock.
- AC power connector: For power input.
3.7. User Interface Basics
The analyzer features a touch screen and supports external mouse/keyboard control.
- Touch Screen Control: Use gestures to adjust parameters.
- Set reference level: Hold and drag in the trace display area vertically to adjust the reference level.
Figure 3.7.1: Adjusting Reference Level via Touch Screen. - Set center frequency: Drag in the trace display area horizontally to modify the center frequency.
Figure 3.7.2: Adjusting Center Frequency via Touch Screen. - Set scan span: Use two fingers to pinch or spread horizontally in the trace display area to change the span.
Figure 3.7.3: Adjusting Scan Span via Touch Screen. - Set scale/cell: Use two fingers to pinch or spread vertically in the trace display area to change the amplitude scale.
Figure 3.7.4: Adjusting Scale/Cell via Touch Screen. - External Mouse/Keyboard: Connect to the USB Host port for alternative control.
4. Operation
4.1. Basic Measurement Example
To measure a 100MHz -20dBm signal, ensure the analyzer is warmed up for 30 minutes.
- Equipment connection: Connect the signal generator output to the RF Input 50Ω terminal of the spectrum analyzer. Set signal generator parameters: Frequency = 100 MHz, Amplitude = -20 dBm.
- Setting parameters:
- Press 【Preset】 to restore factory settings.
- The spectrum analyzer will display the spectrum from 9kHz to the maximum span width, with the signal at 100MHz as a vertical line.
- Adjusting Frequency Span and Center Frequency:
- To observe the signal clearly, reduce the frequency span to 1 MHz and set the center frequency to 100MHz.
- Press 【FREQ】, select [Center frequency]. Input "100" and select MHz.
- Press 【SPAN】, input "1" and select MHz.
- Press 【BW】, set [resolution bandwidth] to manual, input "30" and select kHz.
- Press 【Detector】, set detection type to positive peak.
- Activate Marker:
- Press 【Marker】, then select [Marker 1]. The marker will appear at the signal peak.
- Press 【Peak】, then select [Max Search]. Frequency and amplitude values will be displayed at the top right.
- Setting Amplitude:
- The reference level is shown at the top of the display grid. To increase dynamic range, reduce the reference level.
- Press 【AMPTD】, activate [reference level]. Input "-10" and set the unit to dBm.
4.2. Menu Interpretation
The spectrum analyzer's functions are accessed through its menu system. Key menu categories include:
- 【FREQ】 (Frequency): Sets center frequency, start/stop frequency, frequency span, and frequency step.
- 【SPAN】 (Span): Controls the frequency range of the sweep, including Full Span and Zero Span modes.
- 【AMPTD】 (Amplitude): Adjusts reference level, attenuation, scale/division, and preamplifier settings.
- 【BW】 (Bandwidth): Configures Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) and Video Bandwidth (VBW), and EMI Filter.
- 【Trace】 (Trace): Manages trace display, refresh states (Clear & Write, Max Hold, Min Hold, Average), and trace math operations.
- 【Detector】 (Detector): Selects detector types (Pos Peak, Neg Peak, Normal, Sample, RMS Avg, Voltage Avg, Quasi-Peak).
- 【Sweep】 (Sweep): Sets sweep time and mode (Single, Continuous).
- 【Trig】 (Trigger): Configures trigger type (Free, Video, Positive Edge, Negative Edge) and external trigger levels.
- 【Source】 (Source): Controls the tracking generator output, including output level and normalization.
- 【Mode】 (Mode): Selects operating modes (Spectrum Analysis, Audio Demodulation, Modulation Analysis).
- 【Peak】 (Peak): Executes peak searching and related functions (Mkr→CF, Peak→Peak, Next Peak, Left/Right Peak, Cont Peak On/Off).
- 【Marker】 (Marker): Manages markers for precise measurements, including Normal and Delta markers.
- 【Marker Fctn】 (Marker Function): Provides advanced marker functions like N dB BW measurement and Frequency Counter.
- 【Meas】 (Measurement): Accesses advanced measurement functions such as Time Spectrum, Adjacent Channel Power (ACPR), Channel Power, Occupied Bandwidth (OBW), and Pass-Fail measurement.
- 【Meas Setup】 (Measurement Setup): Configures parameters for specific measurements (Channel BW, Channel Interval, Channel Nums, Power Percent).
- 【System】 (System): Manages system settings, including system information, firmware update, interface settings (LAN, USB), touch control, shutdown, language, date/time, and power-on/preset parameters.
- 【File】 (File): Manages file storage (internal/external), file types (Screens, Trace Data, User States, Limit Line), and file operations (Sort, Delete, Export, Load, Set as Power On/Preset).
- 【Preset】 (Preset): Restores factory or user-defined default settings.
- 【Help】 (Help): Accesses the built-in help system.
- 【Save/Recall】 (Save/Recall): Saves or recalls screenshots, trace data, or user states.
- 【Quick/Save】 (Quick/Save): Shortcut for saving screenshots, trace data, or user states to internal memory or USB disk.
4.3. Rich Measurement Functions
The XSA1000P series offers a variety of advanced measurement capabilities:
- Phase Noise Distortion Measurement: Automatically measures phase noise distortion of signals.
- Harmonic Distortion Measurement: Measures harmonic distortion and total harmonic distortion (THD).
- Modulation Signal Quality Analysis: Standard modulation signal quality analysis.
- Audio Demodulation: For analyzing audio signals.
- Third Order Intermodulation Distortion Measurement: Measures intermodulation distortion.
- Channel Measurement: For analyzing channel characteristics.
- Frequency Counter: Provides accurate frequency counting.
- Waterfall Plot Graphic: Visualizes varying signal parameters over time, tracking frequency and power behavior, particularly for intermittent signals. Useful for identifying interference.
4.4. EMC Pre-Test Function and PC Host EMC Software
The analyzer is equipped with a built-in EMI test function and supports PC host EMC software for comprehensive testing and reporting.
- EMI Pre-Test Function: Equipped with EMI filter (6dB) and quasi-peak detector as standard, providing more accurate results for EMI pre-test and diagnosis.
- PC Host EMC Software: Built-in more than 200 mainstream EMC test standards and regulations templates. Allows users to select templates, automatically set the spectrum analyzer, record test data, and compare data/regulations. Customizable regulations for comparative analysis.
5. Maintenance
5.1. General Care and Cleaning
- Storage: Do not store the instrument where the LCD could be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods.
- Cleaning: Wipe dust from the surface with a soft cloth. Be careful not to scratch the LCD protection screen. Ensure the instrument is completely dry before reapplying power to avoid electric shock.
- Avoid Liquids: Do not expose the instrument to sprays, liquids, or solvents to prevent damage.
5.2. Calibration Interval
The recommended calibration interval for the XSA1000P Series Spectrum Analyzer is 18 months.
6. Troubleshooting
Common issues and their solutions:
6.1. Power On Malfunction
If the screen is dark after switching on:
- Check if the power supply is correctly connected and within specification (100V~240V AC, 50Hz-60Hz).
- Ensure the power switch is turned on.
- Check if the fan is running. If not, contact service.
6.2. No Signal Display
If no signal is displayed across any waveband:
- Connect a signal generator (e.g., 30 MHz, -20 dBm) to the RF input connector.
- If still no signal, the spectrum analyzer hardware circuit may be faulty. Contact service.
6.3. Wrong Measurement Results or Poor Signal Frequency Precision
If the display shakes or frequency readout is outside the error range:
- Check if the signal source is stable.
- Check the spectrum analyzer's reference: press 【FREQ】 → [frequency reference Internal External] to select internal or external reference.
- If the frequency is still imprecise, the LO may have lost its phase lock. Contact service.
6.4. Wrong Measurement Results or Poor Readout Amplitude Precision
If signal amplitude readout is imprecise:
- Perform a calibration.
- If still imprecise, there may be an internal circuit problem. Contact service.
7. Specifications
The following specifications apply after 30 minutes of warm-up and self-calibration.
7.1. General Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 10.4 inches TFT Touch LCD |
| Weight (without package) | About 5 kg |
| Dimension (W × H × D) | 375mm × 185mm × 120mm |
| Inputs and Outputs | USB HOST, USB DEVICE, LAN, earphone port, HDMI, External Trigger Input |
7.2. Detailed Technical Specifications
| Parameter | XSA1015P(TG) | XSA1032P(TG) | XSA1036P(TG) | XSA1075P(TG) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9kHz-1.5GHz | 9kHz-3.2GHz | 9kHz-3.6GHz | 9kHz-7.5 GHz |
| Resolution | 1Hz | |||
| Frequency Span Range | 0 Hz, 100 Hz to maximum frequency of device | |||
| Resolution Bandwidth (-3 dB) | 1Hz to 1MHz step by 1-3-5-10 | |||
| Video Bandwidth (-3 dB) | 10Hz to 3MHz step by 1-3-5-10 | |||
| Resolution Bandwidth (-6 dB) (EMI optional) | 200 Hz, 9 kHz, 120 kHz, 1 MHz | |||
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Amplitude Measurement Range (Preamp Off) | DANL to +10 dBm (100KHz to 10MHz), DANL to +20 dBm (10MHz to max frequency) |
| Max Input DC Voltage | 50 VDC |
| Max. Continuous Wave RF Power | +20 dBm (100 mW), attenuation = 40 dB |
| Max. Damage Level | +30 dBm (1W) |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) (Preamp Off) | -95 dBm (typical) to -140 dBm (typical) depending on frequency range. |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) (Preamp On) | -135 dBm (typical) to -160 dBm (typical) depending on frequency range. |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Phase Noise (20℃ to 30℃, fc=1 GHz) | <-106 dBc/Hz @10 kHz offset, <-104 dBc/Hz @100 kHz offset, <-115 dBc/Hz @1 MHz offset |
| Sweep Time (SPAN ≥ 100 Hz) | 10ms to 3000s |
| Sweep Time (Zero Span) | 33.33 μs to 3000s |
| Sweep Mode | Continuous, Single |
| Trigger Source | Free run, video, external |
| External Trigger Level | 5 V TTL level |
| Parameter | XSA1015P(TG) | XSA1032P(TG) | XSA1036P(TG) | XSA1075P(TG) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Output Frequency Range | 100kHz - 1.5GHz | 100kHz - 3.2GHz | 100kHz - 3.6GHz | 100kHz - 7.5GHz |
| Output Power Level Range | -40 dBm to 0 dBm | |||
| Output Power Level Resolution | 1dB | |||
| Output Flatness | ±3dB | |||
| Harmonic Spurious | -20 dBc (Tracking generator output power -10 dBm) | |||
| Non-harmonic Spurious | -20 dBc (Tracking generator output power -10 dBm) | |||
| Tracking Source to Input Terminal Isolation | -60 dB (Tracking generator output power 0 dBm) | |||
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω, typical |
| RF Input Connector | N Type Female |
| Tracking Generator Output Impedance | 50 Ω, typical |
| Tracking Generator Output Connector | N Type Female |
| Display Type | TFT LCD |
| Display Resolution | 1024*768 |
| Display Size | 10.4 inches |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 50 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C to 70 °C |
| Operating Humidity | ≤ 95% relative humidity (0°C to 30°C), ≤ 75% relative humidity (30°C to 40°C) |
| Operating Height | up to 3,000m |
8. User Tips
- For precise measurements, always allow the spectrum analyzer to warm up for at least 30 minutes after powering on.
- When dealing with small signals, enable the preamplifier to reduce the displayed average noise level and improve signal visibility.
- Utilize the multi-touch screen for intuitive adjustments of frequency, span, and amplitude. Pinch and spread gestures can significantly speed up setup.
- If you need to perform EMC pre-compliance tests, remember that the device supports EMI filter and quasi-peak detection, and dedicated PC software is available for comprehensive analysis.
- Regularly check the grounding of your setup to ensure stable and safe operation, especially when connecting external components.
9. Warranty Information
The product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. Accessories have a 12-month warranty. This warranty is non-transferable.
If the product is defective during the warranty period, it will be repaired or replaced without charge. Replaced parts become the property of OWON.
To obtain service, notify OWON before the warranty period expires. You will need to package and ship the defective product to the designated service center with proof of purchase.
This warranty does not cover defects or damage caused by improper use, inadequate maintenance, unauthorized repairs, connection to incompatible equipment, or use of non-OWON supplies. It also does not cover products modified or integrated with other products if such modification increases servicing difficulty.
For service, contact your nearest Sales and Service Offices.
OWON provides no other guarantees for maintenance, including implied guarantees for marketability or special-purpose acceptability, and is not responsible for indirect, special, or consequential damages.
10. Appendix
10.1. Accessories
The following accessories are typically included with your spectrum analyzer. Optional accessories may be purchased separately.
Standard Accessories:
- Power Cord
- USB Cable
- Quick Guide
- CD Rom
Optional Accessories:
- N-N Cable
- N-SMA Cable
- SMA-SMA Cable
- SMA Adaptor
- N-SMA Adaptor
- Near Field Probe (includes four near-field probes, N-SMA adapter, SMA-SMA cable; Frequency range: 30MHz - 3GHz)
10.2. USB Disk Requirements
- Maximum capacity: 4GB.
- NTFS file system is not supported.
- If the USB disk does not work, format it and try again.
10.3. PC Software Requirements
- The PC software does not support Windows XP.
