Author Topic: Siglent SSA3000X-R 5/7.5GHz Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (Read 15507 times)

gj · « **Reply #50 on:** April 19, 2021, 08:22:10 pm »

Thank you. I did see that post but I didn't think it answered my questions and I'm not clear on what procedure was used to achieve that. I must have missed something - will go back and read that thread a few more times...

tautech · « **Reply #51 on:** April 19, 2021, 08:32:15 pm »

Quote from: gj on April 19, 2021, 01:36:53 pm

Are there any model specific pitfalls to avoid for the SSA3032X-R?

Yes with current FW there is a serious RBW limitation earlier SSA models do not have. Check datasheets.
Working with the factory to have this addressed.

tv84 · « **Reply #52 on:** April 27, 2021, 06:00:01 pm »

Scripts for NAND backup and telnet (port 10101). TESTED OK

MUST use FW V3.2.2.4.0 or greater!

tv84 · « **Reply #53 on:** May 04, 2021, 07:24:52 pm »

Inside SSA3032X-R part 1/2

tv84 · « **Reply #54 on:** May 04, 2021, 07:26:20 pm »

Inside SSA3032X-R part 2/2

tv84 · « **Reply #55 on:** May 04, 2021, 07:31:42 pm »

VNA is a complete different device and has different hardware so, no upgrade is possible from Siglent SSA30xxX Plus to SSA30xxX-R.

Noy · « **Reply #56 on:** May 04, 2021, 09:32:15 pm »

Many THX for your work and claryfication on this topic.

gj · « **Reply #57 on:** May 14, 2021, 01:53:14 pm »

Are there any more updates regarding the RBW limitation?

tautech · « **Reply #58 on:** May 14, 2021, 09:07:35 pm »

Quote from: gj on May 14, 2021, 01:53:14 pm

Are there any more updates regarding the RBW limitation?

Yep but nothing official.
There will be new firmware to address this and considerable improvement has been made.

eblake · « **Reply #59 on:** November 29, 2021, 08:38:54 pm »

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There will be new firmware to address this and considerable improvement has been made.

Unless I'm missing something, the latest firmware is still dated 2021-01-15 (v3.2.2.4.0). Is this correct?

tautech · « **Reply #60 on:** November 29, 2021, 09:11:06 pm »

Quote from: eblake on November 29, 2021, 08:38:54 pm

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There will be new firmware to address this and considerable improvement has been made.

Unless I'm missing something, the latest firmware is still dated 2021-01-15 (v3.2.2.4.0). Is this correct?

Welcome to the forum.

A V5 is not too far away but still has a few issues the factory is currently working on.

dibro · « **Reply #61 on:** December 08, 2021, 03:23:59 pm »

f.y.i. Siglent has made firmware version V3.2.2.5.0 available now.

https://www.siglenteu.com/service-and-support/firmware-software/spectrum-analyzers/#ssa3000x-r

Regards.

oewean · « **Reply #62 on:** June 28, 2022, 02:58:36 pm »

New firmware for SSA3000X-R
SSA3000X-R Firmware_V3.2.2.5.1R1 (Release Date 06.28.22 )
https://www.siglenteu.com/download/13101/

Improvements:
• Optimize the Ref level and Att couple
• Add SCPI commands in MA Mode
•READ:ADEMod:AVG?
•[:SENSe]:ADEMod:FM:DEVI?
•[:SENSe]:ADEMod:FM:DRIFt?
•[:SENSe]:BWIDth[:RESolution]
•[:SENSe]:BWIDth[:RESolution]?
•[:SENSe]:BWIDth:EQLPf
•[:SENSe]:BWIDth:EQLPf?
•CALCulate:MARKer#:PTPeak
• Add Cable Atten to correct cable loss in DTF Mode
• Add .trc file in EMI Mode
• Add .lic file auto scan
Solved Issues:
• Fix the false signals in density view in RTSA mode
• Fix pi/4 DPSK 和 pi/8 DPSK decode errors in MA mode
• Fix calibration error when port extension on in VNA mode
• Fix fft frequency error in narrow span in SA mode
• Fix trace avg calculation error in SA mode
• Fix the zero sweep type when fft in SA mode

nh-sea · « **Reply #63 on:** July 18, 2022, 09:02:31 pm »

Hello all. Forum newbie here.

I have a Siglent SSA 3032X-R RTSA @ 3.2 GHz model. With latest 3.2.2.5.1R1 firmware upgrade installed.

I'm encountering what seems to be a glitch when I'm in the RTSA mode. I've been working with Ohio to troubleshoot the problem, but they've been unable to duplicate my symptoms on their instruments.

The problem has to do with the Max Hold function in the RTSA/Density mode. It doesn't work on my RTSA unless the Averaging is first set to a value other than 1!

I'm not sure if it is appropriate to discuss this topic on the forum?

Regards,
Nelson - Seattle

RobbiTobi · « **Reply #64 on:** July 29, 2022, 11:42:55 am »

Hi tautech,

a question to the SSA3032X-R specs:
What is the effective bandwidth in digital modulation analysis mode? The specs state a Symbol Rate of up to 25Msps * Points/Symbol --> max. 150Msps (approx. 100MHz eff. analysis BW), unlike the comment in same specs about: "The analysis BW is same with real-time BW in RTSA mode" --> so only max. 40MHz?

Furthermore, does the SSA really "manage" a 256 QAM with 4096 length data analysis? How fast does it?
Could you clarify and maybe show some modulation analysis testings - to get an idea of "real" analysis BW limits?

Many thanks!

tv84 · « **Reply #65 on:** July 30, 2022, 08:06:55 pm »

SSA3000X-R Service Manual

RobbiTobi · « **Reply #66 on:** July 31, 2022, 03:36:47 pm »

Quote from: nh-sea on July 18, 2022, 09:02:31 pm

Hello all. Forum newbie here.

I have a Siglent SSA 3032X-R RTSA @ 3.2 GHz model. With latest 3.2.2.5.1R1 firmware upgrade installed.

I'm encountering what seems to be a glitch when I'm in the RTSA mode. I've been working with Ohio to troubleshoot the problem, but they've been unable to duplicate my symptoms on their instruments.

The problem has to do with the Max Hold function in the RTSA/Density mode. It doesn't work on my RTSA unless the Averaging is first set to a value other than 1!

I'm not sure if it is appropriate to discuss this topic on the forum?

Regards,
Nelson - Seattle

Hi Nelson,

congratulations for your SSA3000X-R unit - I am evaluating the purchase of one, too.
Could you share your experience with some screenshots of Digital Modulation Analysis (i.e. 64QAM, 25Msps Symbol Rate, 4 Points/Symbol, 2048 length) with max. BW available?
As far as I have understood from the specs, the unit should have total <150Msps in that mode.
So, a 100MHz BW should be feasible. However, I found a note in the specs saying that max. analysis BW is limited to 40MHz

In addition, is the unit still workable (or far too slow) in Digital Modulation Analysis with setting of 256QAM, 25Msps and 4096 meas. length?

Many thanks!
Rob

nh-sea · « **Reply #67 on:** August 26, 2022, 03:24:36 pm »

To follow up on my own post - I was able to demonstrate the problem on my instrument to Siglent Ohio. Hoping for a firmware upgrade in the near future to remedy the problem. This affected the Max Hold and the Averaging display in RTSA mode.

RobbiTobi · « **Reply #68 on:** November 25, 2022, 02:46:23 pm »

Quote from: tv84 on February 11, 2021, 07:22:47 pm

SSA3032X-R -> SSA3075X-R

Hi tv84,

trying to upgrade the 3000X-R to 7.5GHz with keygen (option "3075") but without success - license rejected, however other options installed with success.

Help appreciated - many thanks!

tv84 · « **Reply #69 on:** November 25, 2022, 03:58:18 pm »

Quote from: RobbiTobi on November 25, 2022, 02:46:23 pm

(option "3075") but without success - license rejected, however other options installed with success.

7075

steffenmauch · « **Reply #70 on:** May 26, 2023, 09:42:54 am »

Should 3075 be replaced by 7075?

amar87 · « **Reply #71 on:** January 19, 2024, 05:21:13 pm »

Hello Everyone,

I think i found a possible bug with the EMI option in the SSA 3032X-R :

I run a scan from 150 kHz to 30 Mhz RF input terminated into 50R, 0 dB input attenuation, then i change the attenuation to 10 dB then to 20 dB.

To me it looks like it just adds the input attenuation to the trace and it this what is it suposed to do? Please look at the marker, i would have thoght is should show the same level at a given frequency.
Is there some option did i not activate?


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