The Tektronix RSA7100A Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer delivers high-performance signal analysis for demanding RF applications. This instrument integrates RF acquisition with GPU-accelerated processing, enabling real-time detection and analysis of transient and complex signals across wide bandmarks. The architecture supports future performance upgrades through PC enhancements rather than RF hardware replacement, providing a cost-effective path forward. Built for radar, electronic warfare, communications development, and spectrum management professionals.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Coverage
• 16 kHz to 14 GHz (Option 14)
• 16 kHz to 26.5 GHz (Option 26)
Real-Time Bandwidth
• Standard: 320 MHz
• Extended: 800 MHz at frequencies > 3.6 GHz
Probability of Intercept
• 419 nanoseconds (nsec) for 100% POI at full signal level
• 98 microseconds (µs) minimum signal duration for 100% POI
Real-Time Triggering Resolution
• 4 nanoseconds (nsec) in time domain
• 700 nanoseconds (nsec) in frequency domain
Phase Noise
• -134 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset
Amplitude Accuracy
• 0.5 dB typical at 10 GHz
Power Trigger Range
• -30 dBm to -170 dBm
• 0.1 dB resolution
External Trigger
• 3.3V TTL logic (VIL 0.8V, VIH 2.0V)
• Minimum pulse width: greater than 10 nanoseconds (ns)
– Key Features
• IQFlow™ continuous IQ data streaming to external clients via RAID and 40 GbE with available API
• Internal RAID capture exceeding 2 hours at full 320 MHz bandwidth, maximum 2.75 hours at 800 MHz bandwidth
• Simultaneous real-time analysis and streaming recording for live event monitoring
• SignalVu-PC software for real-time spectrum and vector signal analysis
• DataVu-PC for recorded event analysis with amplitude search, marking, and pulse measurements
• Standard measurements: channel power, ACLR, CCDF, OBW/EBW, spurious search, amplitude/frequency/phase versus time
• Modulation analysis: 27 types including QAM (16/32/64/128/256), QPSK, O-QPSK, GMSK, FSK, APSK
• Protocol support: 802.11a/b/g/j/p, 802.11n, 802.11ac, P25 Phase I/II, LTE FDD/TDD eNB, Bluetooth
– Typical Applications
• Radar and electronic warfare signal development
• Wideband communications system characterization
• Spectrum management and interference analysis
• Transient signal capture and analysis
• LTE, WLAN, and Bluetooth device testing
– Compatibility & Integration
Internal RAID storage supports extended recording sessions. External streaming via 40 GbE and RAID enables integration with networked analysis platforms. IQFlow API enables custom client applications.
