
The Spectrum Application (RF Measurements)
R&S
®
FPL1000
235
User Manual 1178.3370.02 ─ 03
To start continuous sweeping
1. If you want to average the trace or search for a maximum over more (or less) than
10 sweeps, configure the "Sweep/Average Count" ( "Sweep Config" dialog box,
see
2. To start the measurement, select one of the following:
● RUN CONT key
● "Continuous Sweep" softkey in the "Sweep" menu
After each sweep is completed, a new one is started automatically. While the mea-
surement is running, the RUN CONT key is highlighted. To stop the measurement,
press the RUN CONT key again. The key is no longer highlighted. The results are
not deleted until a new measurement is started.
7.2.1.3
Measurement Examples - Measuring a Sinusoidal Signal
One of the most common measurement tasks that can be handled using a signal ana-
lyzer is determining the level and frequency of a signal. When measuring an unknown
signal, you can usually start with the presettings.
High input values
If levels higher than +30 dBm (=1
W) are expected or are possible, a power attenuator
must be inserted before the RF input of the analyzer. Otherwise, signal levels exceed-
ing 30
dBm can damage the RF attenuator or the input mixer. The total power of all
occurring signals must be taken into account.
Test setup
●
Connect the RF output of the signal generator to the RF input of the
R&S
FPL1000.
Table 7-1: Signal generator settings (e.g. R&S SMW)
Frequency
128 MHz
Level
-30 dBm
Measuring the Level and Frequency Using Markers
.............................................235
Measuring the Signal Frequency Using the Signal Counter
................................. 237
Measuring the Level and Frequency Using Markers
The level and frequency of a sinusoidal signal can be measured easily using the
marker function. The R&S
FPL1000 always displays its amplitude and frequency at the
marker position. The frequency measurement uncertainty is determined by the refer-
ence frequency of the R&S
FPL1000, the resolution of the marker frequency display
and the number of sweep points.
Measurements and Results