Mobile InterferenceHunter Help : Hunting Interference Signals : Setting Up the Spectrum Analyzer
 
Setting Up the Spectrum Analyzer
Interference hunting will take place in the Channel Power measurement mode of spectrum analyzer measurements. The following are basic instructions to set up this mode. For detailed instructions to configure your instrument, review the user guide specific to your instrument.
Setting Up the Channel Power Measurement Mode
1. Power on your instrument.
2. Click the Spectrum Analyzer Measurement mode.
3. Ensure the GPS is On if using the instrument GPS option.
4. Click Channel Power Measurement (does not apply to MS2710xA instruments).
5. Enter the frequency of the suspected interferer as the Center Frequency.
6. Set both the Channel Power Width and Span. It's best if you set the channel width to be as narrow as possible while still covering the signal of interest. (The MS2710xA instruments only use the Span).
7. Set the amplitude reference level to –40 dBm and turn on the preamp or IF gain if needed to see the signal. The Reference Level must be –40 dBm or below in order to turn on the preamp or IF gain. Bursty signals such as Wi-Fi or DECT signals may be easier to find if you set the spectrum analyzer to Burst Detect mode, if available.
If the network connection is not yet established, refer to Configuring the Computer to Instrument Connections. The instrument is ready for interference hunting.