Making Basic Measurements Using Spectrum Analyzer Mode
Resolving Small Signals Hidden by large Signals Using the Resolution Bandwidth Function
If a 30 kHz filter is used, the 60 dB bandwidth will be 450 kHz. Since the half-bandwidth (225 kHz) is wider than the frequency separation, the signals most likely will not be resolved. See Figure 4-5. (To determine resolution capability for intermediate values of amplitude level differences, consider the hlter skirts between the 3 dB and 60 dB points to be approximately straight. In this case, we simply used the 60 dB value.)
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Figure 4-5. Signal Resolution with a 30 kHz Resolution Bandwidth