RSA500 Series Real Time Spectrum Analysers
Find signals of interest and take the necessary actions to resolve issues with industries best ruggedized, portable USB Real-time Spectrum Analyzer, packed with features for your most common tasks out in the field.
Highlights:
- Enable precise, real-time measurements with the RSA500 spectrum analyser packaged in a portable, rugged form factor with advanced spectrum analysis capabilities.
- Quickly capture VLF to Ku signals of interest from 9 kHz to 18.0 GHz with 40 MHz bandwidth capture.
Performance with no compromises.
The RSA500 provides performance to match conventional mid-range spectrum analyzers on the market. With real-time sweeps and a 4x faster scanning capability compared to other spectrum analyzers, you won’t miss signals you need to see and complete tasks faster. No compromises for even your toughest challenges.
RSA500A Series vs. Keysight FieldFox
RSA500A Series vs. Anritsu Spectrum Master
Powerful and intuitive. Measurement insight at your fingertips.
The RSA500 is powered by SignalVu-PC software – the same software that powers the benchtop line of Tektronix Real-time Spectrum Analyzers. SignalVu-PC provides advanced measurement and analysis capabilities – including advanced triggering that enables the capture of selective pulses from pulsed transmitters, as well as fast and elusive or unexpected transients during device troubleshooting. Choose from more than 20 add-on packages that cover general purpose modulation analysis, pulsed signal analysis, Bluetooth 5, and commercial wireless signal analysis.
Simplify your time in the field
With a built-in tracking generator for RF component test and GPS to geo-locate and map signals, the RSA500 makes field test a lot easier. Application-optimized software options for vector signal analysis, pulsed measurements, EMI/EMC pre-compliance testing, RADHAZ detection and more, make signal analysis a breeze.
Emission Control, Radiation Hazards, and the Value of Intelligent RF Sensing for These Applications
See more with proprietary DPX® technology.
Discover the most difficult, hard-to-find problems with the powerful real-time architecture of the RSA Series. With the advanced DPX® technology, you can see RF characteristics that are practically invisible to a conventional spectrum analyzer.
| Model | Frequency Range | Real-Time Bandwidth | Minimum Event Duration for 100% POI | Weight | SFDR (typical) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSA513A | 9 kHz-13.6 GHz | 40 MHz | 15 µs | 3.85 kg (8.5 pounds) with battery | 70 dBc |
| RSA503A | 9 kHz-3.0 GHz | 40 MHz | 15 µs | 2.99 kg (6.6 lb) with battery | 70 dBc |
| RSA507A | 9 kHz-7.5 GHz | 40 MHz | 15 µs | 2.99 kg (6.6 lb) with battery | 70 dBc |
| RSA518A | 9 kHz-18.0 GHz | 40 MHz | 15 µs | 3.85 kg (8.5 pounds) with battery | 70 dBc |
| Tektronix RSA500 | Keysight N995xA | R&S FSH/FPH | Anritsu Spectrum Master | Tektronix RSA306B | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 18 GHz | N9915A: 100 kHz to 9 GHz (other models to 50 GHz) | FSH: 9 kHz to 20 GHz FPH: 5 kHz to 5 GHz | 9 kHz to 43 GHz | 9 kHz – 6.2 GHz |
| Capture Bandwidth | 40 MHz | 10 MHz | 20 MHz | 15 MHz | 40 MHz |
| Dynamic Range (DANL to Max Input) | -161 dBm to +33 dBm | -153 dBm to +27 dBm | -163 dBm to +30 dBm | -164 dBm to +33 dBm | -160 dBm to +23 dBm |
| Phase Noise (1 GHz CF, 10 kHz offset) | -94 dBc/Hz | -106 dBc/Hz | -105 dBc/Hz at 30 kHz Offset | -108 dBc/Hz | -84 dBc/Hz |
| Real Time Capabilities | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Sweep Times for finding low level signals (-120 dBm) | 9 sec (1 kHz RBW, 7.5 GHz Sweep) | 11.4 min (1 kHz RBW, 7.5 GHz Sweep) | FSH: 36 sec (1 kHz RBW, 7.5 GHz Sweep) | Sweep, Fast Mode) >1 hour (1 kHz RBW, 7.5 GHz Sweep, Performance mode) | 9 sec (1 kHz RBW, 7.5 GHz Sweep) |
| Cable/Antenna Testing: VSWR, DTF, Return Loss, Measurements | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 20 GHz | No |
| Wideband Vector Signal Analysis Capabilities | Yes – 40 MHz | No | FSH: No – 10 MHz FPH: No | No | Yes – 40 MHz |
| Signal Capture and Playback | Spectrum, Spectrogram, and IQ signals for full analysis | Spectrum and Spectrogram ONLY | Spectrum and Spectrogram ONLY | Spectrum and Spectrogram ONLY | Spectrum, Spectrogram, and IQ signals for full analysis |
| Ruggedized | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 |
| Battery Life | 5 hours – Instrument Up to 8 hours – Toughpad | 3.5 hours | FSH: 4 hours FPH: 8 hours | 3 hours | USB 3.0 |
| Weight | 1.1 kg; 2.4 lbs – Toughpad 3.2 kg; 7 lbs – Instrument | N9952A: 3.2 kg, 7.1 lbs N9918A: 3.0 kg, 6.6 lbs | FSH: 3 kg, 6.6 lbs FPH: 2.5 kg, 5.5 lbs | 3.7 kg, 8.5 lbs | 1.1 kg; 2.4 lbs – Toughpad 0.73 kg; 1.3 lbs – Instrument |
| Size | 2.65” x 11.78” x 10.68” | 292 x 188 x 72 mm (11.5 in x 7.4 in x 2.8 in) | 7.6 in x 11.8 in x 2.7 in (5.7 in) | 315 mm x 211 mm x 77 mm, (12.4 in x 8.3 in x 3.0 in) | 1.2” x 7.5” x 5” |
RF Sensing
The ability to sense important signals of interest (SOIs) in a crowded spectrum has become more challenging for military and government personnel. As spectrum density grows, understanding what is in your environment at any given time has become increasingly complex. RF monitoring with the RSA500 provides real-time situational awareness in the field to quickly identify and monitor spectrum violations, such as unauthorized transmission, LPI threats, hazardous power or emissions control conditions.
Intelligent RF sensor applications
Detecting Drones Using a Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer
Radar
Save cost and precious time by performing pre-compliance testing in your lab with our Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers. You can use peak detection with a free version of SignalVu-PC. You also get more accurate results with quasi-peak and average detection by purchasing the additional option EMCVu. Learn more about EMI/EMC pre-compliance testing at our application page.
Low Cost EMI Pre-compliance Testing using a Spectrum Analyzer
Electronic Warfare
Operating in today’s battlefield has been amplified by advancements in electronic warfare (EW). The proliferation of high-end electronics and the evolution of commercial technologies have given adversaries unprecedented capabilities. Tektronix Real-time Spectrum Analyzers provide real-time, robust visibility into signals emitted into the electromagnetic spectrum to provide Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) and identify potential threats before they occur.
EW - countermeasures, threat analysis, and environment generation
Spectrum Monitoring and Interference hunting
Mobile communications are creating a complex and crowded signal environment with unprecedented spectrum capacity pressure. Tektronix’ Real-time Spectrum Analyzers help you discover and examine sources of interference quickly, so you can locate and identify unwanted activity. Ensure your signal integrity and compliance to standards using the RSA500 for real-time spectrum insights.
EMI/EMC pre-compliance Testing
Save cost and precious time by performing pre-compliance testing in your lab with our Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers. You can use peak detection with a free version of SignalVu-PC. You also get more accurate results with quasi-peak and average detection by purchasing the additional option EMCVu.
Low Cost EMI Pre-compliance Testing using a Spectrum Analyzer
SignalVu-PC software brings benchtop and field features to the RSA500A
RSA500A operates with SignalVu-PC, a powerful program that is the basis of Tektronix performance signal analyzers. The software controls the spectrum analyzer acquisition and updates measurement displays continuously.
The base version ships free with the product; add options to configure the software for your application.
Highlights
- Free base version has 17 signal analysis and real-time spectrum analysis measurements
- Paid add-on options for more than 26 advanced measurements including WLAN testing, P25 compliance testing, pulse analysis, modulation analysis and more
Go to the SignalVu-PC Software page
Get software programming examples on GitHub
DataVu-PC Record Analysis Software for Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers
When combined with the signal recording capabilities of all Tektronix USB and PCIe-based spectrum analyzers, DataVu-PC can turn hours of attended monitoring into fast post-acquisition search, mark, and measurement tasks. Analyze your results without adding the extra step of conversion software.
Highlights
- Search based on signal amplitude characteristics, marking each event occurrence for later examination
- Make an unlimited number of Scalar pulse measurements with the eMarker application and export the results in Pulse Descriptor Word format for integration into other workflows.
- Export results to in-depth analysis packages like SignalVu-PC from within DataVu-PC – without any additional conversion software.
- Using two Tektronix Real-time Spectrum Analyzers, scan or record up to two independent frequencies and spans simultaneously. One instrument can be used for wide-span signal detection and a second instrument can be used for isolation on signals of interest and recording for later analysis.
Three bandwidth options make DataVu-PC the most affordable way to analyze large files from all Tektronix Spectrum Analyzers.
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