Description

Rigol RSA5000 Series for Advanced RF Testing and Real-Time Signal Analysis

The Rigol RSA5000 Series Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer is a high-performance RF testing solution designed for real-time spectrum analysis, sweep spectrum analysis, vector signal analysis (VSA), and EMI pre-compliance testing. With advanced RF measurement capabilities and powerful analysis tools, the RSA5000 Series is ideal for enterprise R&D, factory production testing, educational laboratories, wireless communication systems, and electronic troubleshooting applications.

With a wide frequency range from 9 kHz to 6.5 GHz, the RSA5000 Series delivers accurate signal analysis for RF systems, IoT devices, radar applications, antenna testing, wireless communication networks, and EMI diagnostics. Models with the “-TG” suffix include a built-in tracking generator for advanced RF component testing and network analysis.

Built-In Vector Network Analysis (VNA) Mode

The RSA5000 Series features a built-in Vector Network Analysis (VNA) mode that supports S11, S21, and Distance-to-Fault (DTF) measurements for RF components and circuit networks. Engineers can accurately analyze antennas, filters, RF cables, amplifiers, and passive RF components with advanced network analysis tools.

The analyzer supports Smith Chart, Polar Chart, and other graphical display formats for detailed impedance and network characteristic analysis.
(*Available on N-models only)

VNA Measurement Applications

• S11 return loss measurements
• S21 insertion loss testing
• Distance-to-Fault (DTF) analysis
• Antenna impedance testing
• RF cable and filter characterization
• Passive RF component analysis

Ultra-Real Technology for Transient Signal Capture

The Rigol RSA5000 Series uses advanced Ultra-Real technology to provide up to 40 MHz real-time bandwidth for accurate transient signal capture and analysis. Signals with durations as short as 7.45 µs can be captured with 100% Probability of Intercept (POI) within the real-time bandwidth range.

This advanced real-time analysis capability allows engineers to detect intermittent interference, frequency-hopping signals, and short-duration RF anomalies that conventional spectrum analyzers may miss.

Benefits of Ultra-Real Technology

• Capture transient RF anomalies
• Detect intermittent interference signals
• Improve real-time signal analysis
• Monitor fast-changing wireless signals
• Enhance RF troubleshooting efficiency

Advanced Vector Signal Analysis (VSA)

The optional Vector Signal Analysis (VSA) software supports multiple digital modulation formats, including QAM, PSK, MSK, ASK, and FSK. Engineers can quickly demodulate RF signals and analyze constellation diagrams, eye diagrams, spectrograms, baseband signals, and demodulation data.

This functionality helps users identify signal quality issues, modulation errors, and communication design problems during RF development and validation.

VSA Applications

• Digital modulation analysis
• QAM and PSK signal testing
• Eye diagram analysis
• Wireless communication debugging
• RF signal quality evaluation
• Baseband signal analysis

EMI Pre-Compliance Testing with Built-In EMI Software

The Rigol RSA5000 includes built-in EMI pre-compliance testing software combined with CISPR-compliant EMI filters and detectors. This advanced EMI testing capability helps engineers identify conducted and radiated emission problems before formal compliance testing.

By detecting EMI issues early in the design process, the RSA5000 Series helps reduce compliance testing costs, improve product reliability, and accelerate product certification and time-to-market.

EMI Testing Benefits

• Conducted EMI testing
• Radiated EMI testing
• CISPR-compliant EMI filters and detectors
• Faster EMI troubleshooting
• Reduced compliance laboratory costs
• Improved product certification efficiency

Advanced Signal Triggering and Monitoring with FMT Mode

The RSA5000 Series supports Frequency Mask Trigger (FMT) mode, a powerful trigger function designed for real-time spectrum analysis. Engineers can quickly create custom frequency mask templates and automatically trigger on signals that match predefined conditions.

FMT mode enables accurate detection of intermittent interference, transient RF anomalies, and unexpected signal behavior within monitored frequency ranges.

Benefits of FMT Trigger Mode

• Detect transient RF signals
• Monitor intermittent interference
• Improve real-time signal monitoring
• Trigger automatically on custom conditions
• Enhance RF troubleshooting accuracy

Multiple Connectivity Interfaces for Flexible Operation

The RSA5000 Series includes multiple connectivity interfaces for improved instrument integration and remote operation. Engineers can connect the analyzer to external displays through the HDMI interface for enhanced visualization and analysis.

The built-in Web Control function allows remote operation directly through a web browser using the device IP address, improving workflow flexibility and testing efficiency.

Connectivity Features

• HDMI output for external display connection
• Remote Web Control support
• LAN connectivity for network integration
• Improved remote testing capability
• Flexible laboratory and production setup

Large 10.1-Inch Multi-Touch Screen for Fast Operation

The Rigol RSA5000 Series features a responsive 10.1-inch multi-touch capacitive touchscreen designed for quick setup and intuitive operation. The interface supports gestures such as dragging, zooming, expanding, and waveform navigation for a smooth user experience.

This modern touchscreen design helps engineers simplify complex RF measurements and improve daily workflow efficiency.

Multi-Touch Screen Features

• 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen
• Gesture-based waveform control
• Fast setup and navigation
• Improved user interaction
• Enhanced RF testing efficiency

Seven Real-Time Display Modes for Advanced RF Analysis

The RSA5000 Series includes seven real-time display modes that help engineers capture, isolate, and analyze RF signals more effectively. Features such as Power vs. Time and Spectrogram displays provide clear visibility into how signals change over time.

Combined with advanced markers and trigger functions, these display modes make the RSA5000 Series a flexible solution for real-time RF debugging and signal analysis.

Real-Time Display Features

• Power vs. Time analysis
• Spectrogram display
• Real-time spectrum monitoring
• Signal variation analysis
• Flexible marker and trigger functions
• Advanced RF debugging capability

Excellent Phase Noise and Sweep Performance

The Rigol RSA5000 Series delivers excellent phase noise performance and fast sweep speeds for accurate RF measurements and improved signal quality analysis. The low phase noise design helps engineers perform precise testing of oscillators, wireless communication systems, and high-frequency RF devices.

This advanced RF performance improves measurement accuracy in demanding wireless communication and microwave testing applications.

Key Features of Rigol RSA5000 Series

• Real-time spectrum analyzer with sweep spectrum analysis
• Frequency range from 9 kHz to 6.5 GHz
• Built-in Vector Network Analysis (VNA) mode
• S11, S21, and DTF measurement support
• Up to 40 MHz real-time bandwidth
• 100% POI for signals as short as 7.45 µs
• Optional Vector Signal Analysis (VSA) software
• EMI pre-compliance testing software
• Frequency Mask Trigger (FMT) mode
• Seven real-time display modes
• Excellent phase noise and sweep performance
• HDMI output and remote Web Control support
• 10.1-inch multi-touch capacitive display
• Tracking generator models available (“-TG”)
• Ideal for RF testing, EMI analysis, wireless communication systems, antenna testing, IoT devices, radar applications, and educational laboratories