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SSA3032X-R Siglent Spectrum Analyzer New

SSA3032X-R Siglent Spectrum Analyzer New

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Key Features at a Glance

  • Frequency: 9 kHz to 3.2 GHz
  • DANL: -161 dBm typical at 1 MHz to 1.5 GHz (preamp on)
  • Real-Time: 25 MHz BW, 100% POI 7.45 µs
  • SSB Phase Noise: -98 dBc/Hz typ. at 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset
  • RBW: 1 Hz to 3 MHz (10 MHz EMI)
  • Display: 10.1 inch multi-touch WXGA, HDMI output
  • Measurements (AMK): CHP, ACPR, OBW, T-Power, Harmonic, TOI
  • Modulation (AMA): AM, FM, ASK, FSK demodulation
  • Remote: SCPI / LabVIEW / IVI; LAN, USB, web browser
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About the Siglent SSA3032X-R

In summary, the Siglent SSA3032X-R is a benchtop spectrum analyzer covering 9 kHz to 3.2 GHz with real-time spectrum analysis capability designed for general RF spectrum measurement, educational use, production test, and field RF work. Per the datasheet, the SSA3032X-R provides resolution bandwidths from 1 Hz to 3 MHz (10 MHz EMI), -161 dBm typical displayed average noise level with the preamplifier on, -98 dBc/Hz typical SSB phase noise at 1 GHz / 10 kHz offset, and a 10.1 inch capacitive multi-touch WXGA display. Standard interfaces include LAN, USB Device, USB Host, and HDMI; SCPI / LabVIEW / IVI remote control is supported.

What is the Siglent SSA3032X-R used for?

The SSA3032X-R is used for general RF spectrum measurement — channel power, ACPR, occupied bandwidth, harmonic distortion, and third-order intercept — plus pre-compliance EMI sweeps and basic AM / FM / ASK / FSK modulation analysis. Per the datasheet, target applications include broadcast and CATV monitoring, cellular site work, IoT and ISM-band development, WLAN and Bluetooth surveys, RF education, and bench-level production verification.

How does the SSA3032X-R compare to a swept-only analyzer?

A swept spectrum analyzer measures one narrow frequency segment at a time and steps through the span sequentially, so short events between sweeps are missed. The SSA3032X-R adds a real-time mode with a 25 MHz real-time bandwidth and a 100% POI minimum signal duration of 7.45 µs, capturing density, spectrogram, and PvT displays. This makes the SSA3032X-R suitable for frequency-hopping radios, radar pulses, and intermittent interference up to 3.2 GHz, in addition to standard swept work.

Where does the SSA3032X-R fit in an RF lab?

  • General-purpose RF spectrum measurement up to 3.2 GHz, including transmitter verification, harmonic checks, and ACPR.
  • EMI pre-compliance using CISPR 16-1-1 -6 dB EMI filters (200 Hz, 9 kHz, 120 kHz, 1 MHz) and pre-loaded EN 55022 / FCC Part 15 limit standards (AMK option).
  • Real-time capture of hopping signals, transient interference, and short events with 25 MHz real-time bandwidth (R-suffix models only).
  • Education and training benches where the 10.1 inch multi-touch screen, HDMI output, and web-browser remote control simplify classroom use.
  • Bench-level production verification on RF, IoT, and consumer wireless designs.

Accessories Supplied

Per the manufacturer datasheet, the standard ship kit includes: a Quick Start guide, a region-appropriate AC power cord, and a USB cable.

Core Specifications

Frequency, Reference, and Bandwidth

Frequency range 9 kHz to 3.2 GHz
Frequency resolution 1 Hz
Span range 0 Hz (Zero Span), 100 Hz to maximum frequency
Internal reference (10 MHz) Aging < 1 ppm/yr; temperature stability < 1 ppm (0-50 °C)
OCXO option (10M_OCXO) Aging < 0.05 ppm/yr; stability < 0.05 ppm (0-50 °C)
RBW (-3 dB) 1 Hz to 3 MHz, 1-3-10 sequence
VBW (-3 dB) 1 Hz to 3 MHz, 1-3-10 sequence
EMI filter (-6 dB) 200 Hz, 9 kHz, 120 kHz, 1 MHz (CISPR 16)
Real-time bandwidth 25 MHz (R variant)
100% POI minimum signal duration 7.45 µs

Amplitude, Level, Phase Noise

Measurement range, 100 kHz to 3.2 GHz (preamp off) DANL to +30 dBm
Reference level -100 dBm to +30 dBm, 1 dB steps
Preamplifier ~20 dB nominal, can be turned on or off
Input attenuation 0 to 50 dB, 1 dB steps
Maximum continuous power +30 dBm (1 W)
Maximum input DC voltage ± 50 VDC
Traces / detectors 4 / Pos-peak, Neg-peak, Sample, Normal, Average
Level units dBm, dBmV, dBµV, V, W
DANL, preamp off (100 kHz to 7.5 GHz) -130 dBm (1 MHz to 1.5 GHz), normalized to 1 Hz
DANL, preamp on (typ.) -161 dBm, 1 MHz to 1.5 GHz
SSB phase noise at 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset < -95 dBc/Hz; -98 dBc/Hz typical
Absolute amplitude accuracy at 50 MHz ± 0.4 dB
RF input VSWR (att ≥ 10 dB) < 1.5

Distortion, Sweep, Trigger

Second harmonic intercept (SHI) +45 dBm typical
Third-order intercept (TOI) +10 dBm typical
Residual response < -90 dBm
Sweep time (Span ≥ 100 Hz) 1 ms to 4000 s
Sweep time (Zero Span) 1 µs to 6000 s
Sweep points 751
Trigger source Free Run, Video, External, Frequency Mask (R variant)
External trigger TTL, rising or falling edge

Measurements, EMI, and Modulation (options)

Advanced Measurement Kit (AMK) Channel Power, ACPR, OBW, T-Power, Harmonic, TOI
EMI Measurement (EMI option) detectors Peak, Average, Quasi-Peak (CISPR 16-1-1)
EMI limit standards EN 55022, FCC Part 15, user defined
Modulation Analysis (AMA option) AM, FM, ASK, FSK demodulation
AM modulation rate / depth 20 Hz to 100 kHz / 5% to 95%
FM modulation rate / deviation 20 Hz to 200 kHz / 1 kHz to 200 kHz
Reflection (REM option) Built-in tracking generator support for reflection measurement (X model)

Real-Time Spectrum Analysis (R variant)

Real-time bandwidth 25 MHz
100% POI minimum signal duration 7.45 µs
FFT per second (25 MHz BW) 146,484
Density / spectrogram persistence 0 to 100%
Frequency mask trigger Greater Than, Less Than, Inside, Outside
Windows Kaiser, Hann, Blackman, Rectangular, Flattop

Tracking Generator (TG, available on Plus models)

TG output frequency range 100 kHz to 3.2 GHz (X / Plus models)
TG output power range -40 dBm to 0 dBm, 1 dB steps
TG output flatness ± 3 dB (100 kHz to 3.2 GHz)
TG source match VSWR < 1.6
TG harmonic distortion < -25 dBc

Inputs, Outputs, Remote Control

RF input / TG output N-type female, 50 Ω (TG output on Plus / X models)
USB / LAN USB Host 2.0 + USB Device 2.0 / 10/100 Base, RJ-45
Video / Audio HDMI / 3.5 mm jack
10 MHz reference I/O BNC-F, 50 Ω
External trigger BNC-F, TTL
Remote protocols SCPI / LabVIEW / IVI over USB-TMC, VXI-11, Socket, Telnet; GPIB via USB-GPIB adapter; HTML5 web browser

Display, General, and Power

Display TFT LCD, 1280 × 800, 10.1 inch multi-touch capacitive
Internal storage ≥ 1 GB
Dimensions (W×H×D) / weight 365 × 207 × 134 mm / approx. 4.0 kg (8.8 lb)
AC source 100-240 V, 47.5-440 Hz; 45 W maximum
Operating temperature / humidity 0 to 50 °C; ≤ 90% RH at 30 °C, non-condensing
Safety / EMC EN 61010-1, IEC 61010-1, UL / CSA 61010-1; EN 61326-1; RoHS 2011/65/EU

Note on Variants and Options

The SSA3000X family includes base 'X' models, 'Plus' variants (adding extended functionality), and 'R' real-time variants. Software options (AMK Advanced Measurement Kit, EMI Measurement, AMA Modulation Analysis, REM Reflection Measurement, OCXO precise reference) are field-upgradable. Confirm required options at the time of order.

This webpage was written by a human with an A.I. "Intern", which may contain errors. Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. Feedback on this webpage is always welcome — please reach out to your Test Architect at any time for questions or concerns. Thank you, we truly appreciate you being our customer.

Model No

SSA3032X-R

Condition

New

Manufacturer

R

Frequency

3.2 GHz