The Wavetek 5830A is a dual-channel FFT digital signal analyzer delivering precise signal analysis across audio and electronic testing domains. It performs real-time FFT computations and displays signals in both time and frequency representations, supporting both linear and logarithmic frequency axes. Built around a network of dedicated processors, the instrument handles FFT calculations, CRT display control, data storage, and external instrument communication. Engineers and technicians deploy it in laboratory and production environments where signal characterization demands high frequency resolution and flexible amplitude scaling.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range & Resolution
• Single Channel: 0.005 Hz to 100 kHz
• Dual Channel: 0.01 Hz to 50 kHz
• Frequency Resolution: 5 millihertz at low frequencies
• Narrower spans position anywhere within full range for zoomed analysis
Amplitude Sensitivity — Logarithmic Scale
• Full Scale: +20 dBV to −70 dBV
• Display Modes: 80 dB (10 dB/div), 40 dB (5 dB/div), 20 dB (2.5 dB/div)
• Steps: 1.0 ± 0.4 dB
Amplitude Sensitivity — Linear Scale
• Full Scale: 10 V to 320 microvolts
• Display Modes: Split Screen (20 dB/div, 10 dB/div, 5 dB/div)
• Steps: 12.0 ± 2%
Input Specifications
• Input Impedance: 1 Megohm, 50 pF nominal
• Absolute Maximum Input: 200 V peak (−10 dBV to +20 dBV settings); 40 V peak (all others)
• Input Coupling: AC (0.5 Hz cutoff) or DC; ground option available
• Common Mode Rejection: >60 dB at 50–60 Hz
• DC Isolation: Input low floatable to 30 V; maximum common-mode input ranges from 7.5 V to 200 V depending on sensitivity setting
Autorange & Display
• Automatic full-scale sensitivity adjustment for both channels; overloaded data blocks excluded from processing
• Frequency axis accuracy: ±0.01% of full scale at line center
– Key Features
• External sampling via TTL-compatible sync input; maximum sync rate 220 kHz (maximum sampling rate 110 kHz)
• GPIB (IEEE STD 488) interface for computer and controller integration
• Analog and digital plot outputs for external plotters
• Dual high-resolution channels with independent sensitivity control
– Typical Applications
• Audio system characterization and harmonic analysis
• Electronic component and subsystem testing
• Precision vibration and mechanical signal analysis
• Production test environments requiring traceable measurements
– Compatibility & Integration
GPIB connectivity enables integration with automated test systems, data acquisition controllers, and external plotters. TTL-based external sync supports custom sampling protocols. Power: 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
