The Rigol TX1000 RF Demo Kit is an educational platform for hands-on training in radio frequency technology. It generates configurable RF signals and local oscillator outputs for spectrum analyzer demonstrations and RF circuit experimentation. The kit operates via USB power and connects to PCs or Rigol DSA800 series spectrum analyzers for direct control without external computing. Its modular design enables independent component testing and replacement, supporting mixer characterization, filter evaluation, and amplifier performance analysis across the 50 MHz to 1 GHz operating band.
Technical Specifications
Signal Generation
• Reference signal output: 10 MHz
• Built-in configurable signal: 50 MHz
• Local oscillator outputs: 500 MHz and 1 GHz
• Mixer RF/LO input frequency range: 50 MHz to 1000 MHz
• 1 GHz oscillator module included
Power and Connectivity
• Power source: USB
• Control: PC via supplied software or direct interface to DSA800 series spectrum analyzers
• Signal I/O terminals: J1, J3, J4, J5, J6, J7, J8, J10
• LO outputs: J11 (500 MHz), J13 (1 GHz)
• External LO input: J12
• Reference output: J14 (10 MHz)
Software Requirements
• Operating systems: Windows XP (32-bit), Windows Vista (32-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit)
• Dependency: RIGOL common PC software Ultra Sigma version 00.01.05.05 or higher
• Administrator privileges required for installation and operation
– Key Features
• Modular circuit architecture with removable mixer, filter, and amplifier modules
• Six programmable switch buttons (Sw1–Sw6) for module output state configuration
• Phase noise performance suitable for measurement applications when external signal sources are unavailable
• Dual control modes: standalone operation on DSA800 series or networked PC control
– Typical Applications
• Educational demonstrations of mixer and oscillator behavior
• Hands-on RF circuit characterization and troubleshooting
• Spectrum analyzer training and validation
• Individual component performance evaluation under controlled conditions
– Compatibility & Integration
The kit integrates with Rigol DSA1000, DSA1000A, and DSA800 series spectrum analyzers. DSA800 users operate the kit directly via built-in analyzer controls. Older DSA models require PC control software.
