December 21, 2015, 9:23 am
In this blog post, Let’s take a look at how to measure a filter’s frequency response using a spectrum analyzer and a signal generator. Typically, a tracking generator is preferred for this kind of scalar network analysis as its center frequency is in-sync with the frequency the spectrum analyzer’s bandwidth filter is currently tuned to. But with a good signal generator, we can manually sweep across the desired frequency range and obtain similar amplitude versus frequency measurements. Continue reading ‘Tracing Filter/Oscillator Frequency Response Using Spectrum Analyzer and Signal Generator’ »
December 11, 2015, 8:40 pm
In my previous blog post, I did a quick teardown of my HP 8566B spectrum analyzer. In this post, I will discuss how to use a spectrum analyzer like this to demodulate an AM or a FM signal. A video including the theory and a few experiments is linked towards the end. Continue reading ‘AM/FM Demodulation Using HP 8566B Spectrum Analyzer’ »
September 8, 2014, 9:43 pm
In my last post, I showed my LED backlight mod of the HP 8642B synthesized signal generator. And during the process, I also showed some pictures of the A1 (keyboard and LCD) module and A2 (modulator) module alone with an intriguing Easter egg message in the firmware. In today’s post, I will do a full teardown of each module and take a closer look at what’s inside. Continue reading ‘HP 8642B Teardown Pictures’ »
September 1, 2014, 11:11 am
If you take a look at the picture below, you may recognize immediately that it is a picture of an HP 8642B synthesized signal generator. But if you take a closer look, you probably will notice something different if you have ever used an HP 8642B before. Continue reading ‘HP 8642B Backlight Mod’ »