Tektronix RSA500A Installation And Safety Instructions

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RSA500A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Installation

and Safety Instructions

This document provides RSA500A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer safety and compliance information, powering the oscilloscope, and

introduces the instrument controls and connections. Review the SignalVu-PC Help for more detailed setup and operating information.

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Page 1 RSA500A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers Installation and Safety Instructions This document provides RSA500A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer safety and compliance information, powering the oscilloscope, and introduces the instrument controls and connections. Review the SignalVu-PC Help for more detailed setup and operating information.
Page 2: Important Safety Information
Important safety information Important safety information This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user for safe operation and to keep the product in a safe condition. To safely perform service on this product, see the Service safety summary that follows the General safety summary. General safety summary Use the product only as specified.
Page 3: Provide Proper Ventilation
Be sure your work area meets applicable ergonomic standards. Consult with an ergonomics professional to avoid stress injuries. Use only the Tektronix rackmount hardware specified for this product. Terms in this manual These terms may appear in this manual: WARNING: Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
Page 4: Symbols On The Product
This section lists the safety and environmental standards with which the instrument complies. This product is intended for use by professionals and trained personnel only; it is not designed for use in households or by children. Compliance questions may be directed to the following address: Tektronix, Inc. PO Box 500, MS 19-045 Beaverton, OR 97077, USA tek.com...
Page 5: Environmental Compliance
This symbol indicates that this product complies with the applicable European Union requirements according to Directives 2012/19/EU and 2006/66/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries. For information about recycling options, check the Tektronix Web site (www.tek.com/productrecycling). Battery recycling This lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly at its end of life.
Page 6: Operating Requirements
Rear: 25.4 mm (1.0 in) With battery installed When inside the Tektronix approved carry case: Place the instrument with the Tektronix logo facing the mesh side of the carry case in order to provide adequate airflow for cooling. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of overheating and damage to the instrument, do not place the instrument into an enclosed case other than the Tektronix approved carry case when the instrument is on.
Page 7: Installation
Installation Electrical ratings Power requirements This instrument is intended to be powered by the supplied Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack or the 18 V DC AC adapter. AC power When the instrument operates from the external AC adapter, the following power requirements apply. •...
Page 8: Prepare The Pc
All of the software required to operate the RSA500 Series from a PC is included on the flash drive that ships with the instrument. The instrument can be controlled with Tektronix SignalVu-PC software, or you can control the instrument through your own custom signal processing application and API.
Page 9: Battery Pack Installation
Installation When the battery pack is installed in the instrument, it charges whenever the AC adapter is attached. The front-panel battery LED indicates if the battery is charging or not. If connected to the SignalVu-PC application, the application monitors the battery and provides a detailed battery status.
Page 10 Installation 4. Reinstall the battery compartment cover: a. Insert the tabs on the battery cover into the chassis slots. b. Close the battery cover and rotate the battery cover rings ¼ turn clockwise to secure the cover. c. Lay the battery cover rings down flat. AC adapter Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the rear of the instrument shown below.
Page 11: Introduction To The Instrument
Introduction to the instrument Introduction to the instrument Connectors and controls are identified and described in the following images and text. Front panel The following figure shows the connections and indicators on the instrument. Use the reference numbers to locate the descriptions. Figure 1: Front panel 1 –...
Page 12: Functional Check
Functional check 2 – USB status LED Indicates when the instrument is powered on and USB data transfer. • Steady Red: USB power applied, or resetting • Steady Green: Initialized, ready for use • Blinking Green: Transferring data to host PC 3 –...
Page 13: Confirm Operation
Functional check 3. Connect an RF cable between the instrument’s input and a signal source. This could be a signal generator, device under test, or an antenna. 4. Start the SignalVu-PC application on the host PC. 5. SignalVu-PC automatically establishes a connection to the instrument via the USB cable. 6.
Page 14: Cleaning The Instrument
Cleaning the instrument Cleaning the instrument Cleaning is not required for the safe operation of the instrument. However, if you want to perform routine cleaning on the exterior of the instrument, clean the with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If any dirt remains, use a cloth or swab dipped in a 75% isopropyl alcohol solution.