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- Page 1 USB-TG124A Tracking Generator User Manual...
- Page 2 Signal Hound USB-TG124A User Manual 2017, Signal Hound, Inc. 35707 NE 86th Ave La Center, WA 98629 USA Phone 360.263.5006 • Fax 360.263.5007 This information is being released into the public domain in accordance with the Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 734...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Preparing For Use ................................1 2 Getting Started .................................. 1 3 Taking Measurements..............................2 4 Theory of Operation ................................5 5 Troubleshooting ................................5 6 Calibration and Adjustment ............................. 6 7 Specifications ..................................6 8 Revision History ................................7 9 Warranty and Disclaimer .............................. -
Page 5: Preparing For Use
1 Preparing For Use Unpacking your Tracking Generator and Installing Software The Signal Hound USB-TG124A is a USB-based 100 kHz to 12.4 GHz economy tracking generator that works with the USB-SA series and BB60C spectrum analyzers, facilitating scalar network analyzer measurements. -
Page 6: Taking Measurements
Taking Measurements | The USB-TG124A Front & Rear Panels The primary use for the USB-TG124A tracking generator is to form a scalar network analyzer when paired with the USB-SA124B spectrum analyzer and the Spike software. The insertion loss of filters, amplifiers, cables, and attenuators can be measured quickly and accurately from 100 kHz to 12.4 GHz. - Page 7 USB-TG124A tracking generator. 3.1 MEASURING INSERTION LOSS OR GAIN The Signal Hound USB-TG124A Tracking Generator may be used to measure insertion loss or gain. To measure insertion loss of a cable or attenuator, the following approach is recommended: 1.
- Page 8 (e.g. antenna) to the "IN" port. Return loss or |S11| will be displayed. Once again, measurement accuracy will benefit from 3 to 6 dB pads on the Signal Hound devices. This method is not as accurate as using a precision vector network analyzer with a full two port calibration,...
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Page 9: Theory Of Operation
0.7 dB to the measured output. Please note that the phase noise of the USB-TG124A is higher than the USB-SA124A. However, this will have minimal impact on readings as out-of-band energy is rejected by the spectrum analyzer. -
Page 10: Calibration And Adjustment
Otherwise, contact technical support at http://www.signalhound.com 5.1.2 General Advice to avoid problems Unplug your USB-TG124A from the USB port when not in use, or before shutting down your computer. 6 Calibration and Adjustment Contact Signal Hound for more information regarding calibration software and required equipment. -
Page 11: Revision History
Signal Hound shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. This Signal Hound product has a warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of shipment. - Page 12 Adjustments 9.1.2 Warranty Service For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to Signal Hound. The Buyer shall pay shipping charges to Signal Hound and Signal Hound shall pay UPS Ground, or equivalent, shipping charges to return the product to the Buyer. However, the Buyer shall pay all shipping charges, duties, and taxes, to and from Signal Hound, for products returned from another country.
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