Key Document
- Spectrum Analyzer (MSP-SA430-SUB1GHZ) User's Guide (Rev. B)
(PDF 313 KB)
16 Nov 2011 1,703views
Description
The MSP-SA430-SUB1GHZ Spectrum Analyzer is CC430-based reference design that can be used to implement an easy and affordable tool to jumpstart RF development in the sub GHz frequency range. More and more electronic devices include a built-in RF link. RF transceivers are inexpensive - but the equipment to design and debug such systems is not. The CC430-based spectrum analyzer provides an affordable development tool that reduces the time needed on expensive measurement equipment. The system is recognized as a USB device and is operated from a powerful yet simple graphical user interface that is available for free to download.
The CC430 microcontroller that the SA430 is based on is a highly integrated system-on-chip featuring an on-board sub-GHz radio chip based on the CC1101.
System Requirements
- Screen: Minimum 800x600, better 1024 x 768
- Supported OS: Windows® XP 32 bit, Windows® Vista 32/64 bit, Windows® 7 32/64 bit
- Memory: 200 MB free HDD
- Connection: One USB 2.0 port
Features
Hardware Specifications- Based on the sub-1GHz CC430 MCU
- CC430/MSP-SA430-SUB1GHZ Supported Frequency Ranges:
- 300 – 348 MHz
- 389 – 464 MHz
- 779 – 928 MHz
- Minimal Frequency Step: 397 Hz typ.
- Maximum input level: -40 dBm typ (range extendable with attenuators)
- Minimum detectable level: -100 dBm typ.
- Level Resolution: 0.5 dB
GUI Features
- Open source QT-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)
- Flexible GUI allows developers to set desired frequency range and amplitude to measure
- Configurable to show continuous sweep readings or single snapshots
- Up to 4 traces can be visualized on the GUI, which can be configured to show maximum, average or actual readings.
- Markers are available for easy measurement readings. These markers can be controlled manually using a jog wheel, or dynamic based on auto peak detection
- The GUI view can be configured to show grids, customizable labels, inverted colors and other options
- Screenshot capability is available to record readings as .pdf or .png file types.
- Traces can be exported as comma separated file
- Configuration settings for the GUI can be saved and loaded for future measurements
What's Included
- MSP-SA430-SUB1GHZ Spectrum Analyzer
- Antenna
- USB Cable
- CD with a Microsoft Windows Graphical User Interface (GUI) and Documentation
- Quickstart Guide
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User Guides (1)
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Software (2)
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Spectrum Analyzer (MSP-SA430-SUB1GHZ) GUI Source Code
(ZIP, 2346 KB) 257 views, 19 Oct 2011
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MSP-SA430-SUB1GHZ CD
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Design Kits & Evaluation Modules (1)
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| Chronos: Wireless development tool in a watch | EZ430-CHRONOS | Evaluation Modules & Boards |
TI Devices (18)
| Part Number | Name | Product Family | |
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| CC1101 | Low-Power Sub-1GHz RF Transceiver | Mesh and IP Networks | |
| CC110L | Value Line Transceiver | Proprietary RF | |
| CC430F5123 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F5125 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F5133 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 8KB Flash, 2KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, 12Bit ADC, USCI | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F5135 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 16KB Flash, 2KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, 12Bit ADC, USCI | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F5137 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 32KB Flash, 4KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, 12Bit ADC, USCI | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F5143 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F5145 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F5147 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6125 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 16KB Flash, 2KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, USCI, LCD Driver | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6126 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 32KB Flash, 2KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, USCI, LCD Driver | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6127 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 32KB Flash, 4KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, USCI, LCD Driver | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6135 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 16KB Flash, 2KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, 12Bit ADC, USCI, LCD driver | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6137 | 16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power MCU, 32KB Flash, 4KB RAM, CC1101 Radio, AES-128, 12Bit ADC, USCI, LCD driver | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6143 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6145 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
| CC430F6147 | CC430F614x, CC430F514x, CC430F512x SoC With RF Core | MSP430 Ultra-Low Power 16-bit MCUs | |
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