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The best way to include a picture in a post is by simply copy/paste the image in the text Use an image snipping tool to get the image with the required size in the copy buffer. -- For more info on the tinySA go to https://tinysa.org/wiki/
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What to do when a selftest fails
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If one or more of the self test of the tinySA fails AND you did NOT buy from one of the safe sellers (see wiki) you can do the following: If the Attenuator test (test 12 in the latest FW) fails follow this guide in the wiki: https://tinysa.org/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.CheckTheAttenuator If the serial number at the back of your tinySA starts with "AD" you have a clone. Complain and get a refund. If the text next to the high input connector is "HICH" you have a clone. Complain and get a refund. For other failures make a photo of the front and back of the tinySA and a photo or screen capture of the failing self test such that it is possible to read the text on the screen and post a message with the pictures. ------------------------------------------ For more info on the tinySA go to https://tinysa.org/wiki/
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Manual fault finding
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I've added a page to the wiki describing some steps for manual fault finding. Could some of the users that have (had) problems with their HW have a look at this page and check if it helps them locating the probable faulty component(s) https://tinysa.org/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=TinySA4.FaultFinding -- Designer of the tinySA For more info go to https://tinysa.org/wiki
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TinySA Ultra doesn't go to menu pressing jog
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I updated firmware to latest release today and everything was fine. I was in config menu and I connected with the supplied cable RF and CAL connectors, to perform a selftest. As soon as I did it the yellow trace disappeared and pressing the jog is doing nothing: no menu on the right I am able to put system in DFU and tried to program again formware 3-4 times. Everything seems ok but as soon as I switch on TinySA Ultra as usual, non measure line is displayed and pressing or sliding jog does nothing. I opened the case and plugged off the battery but no way. Any other suggestion? Many thanks, Maurizio I2NOY
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AliExpress
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Hi to the group ! Is the vendor "ToolTop" on AliExpress a good source for the TinySA? They show more than 900 sold with more than 200 mostly positive reviews and state that it is genuine. The price is just over $43.00 USD with free shipping. Jim WB4ILP
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Tiny SA Ultra - Has my unit frozen for the last time?
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Hi I hope someone can help. Previously, my Tiny SA Ultra has locked itself up a couple of times during simple interaction with the menu. Whenever this happens, if I start it up, it freezes on a display at 349.2MHz (image attached). The first time this happened, the power disconnection method from inside the unit resolved the problem. On the second time this didn't work but starting it up without the SD card inserted did. On this third occasion, neither method has worked. Even leaving the battery disconnected for > 10 mins. Just before the 3rd occasion, I had performed a firmware update to v1.4-177. The update worked fine using the TinySA-App and it passed a self-test. It wouldn’t loaded my previous settings so I was manually re-entering my presets. During this it locked up for the third time. I can still put it into DFU mode and apply different firmware via the app but the same frozen screen happens everytime I start it up. I noticed another owner describe a similar problem online where if they hold the jog wheel to the left or right as it starts up, you can still briefly change the frequency from 349.2MHz. However, that’s it. It is a legitimate TinySA Ultra purchased in Feb 2024 from a supplier listed by tinesa.org. Ultra mode had been enabled. Calibration checked. - s/n: SU-24014581 - h/w version: V0.4.5.1.1 Any help would be appreciated. Regards Tristan
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My tinySA has 10MHz internal interference
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Hi everyone, I have used my tinySA basic version for several years and it has passed the self-calibration. When I set the 10MHz test and connected nothing, it would appear in the spectrum. I have also ruled out the interference from my environment. Is this an internal circuit problem?
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zero span unit conversion error?
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setup: zero span , unit as dBmV. Now when I set a trigger level the correct level is shown on the left side of the display. But the trigger menu shows the value in dBm (appr dBmV minus 47), although the unit is shown as dBmV. Is this a bug? regards, Henk
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Auto Save Issues
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I want to take continuous trace data every 500 ms. I go to level -> trigger -> and turn on auto save and set the interval to 500 ms. I believe this should give me what I want. However I do NOT get a new save every 500 ms. I get a new save about every 30 seconds. Why is this? What settings should I change? Thanks,
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Operating Close to 7.3G and some NOOB RF/SpecAn Questions
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Thanks to Erik and All devs for a wonderful device, also thanks to Ian for his great python work (the app) Just wondering about expected behavior of the 407 when working close to 7.3g, I'm doing some environmental monitoring of Video Links 7.1, 7.285, There seems to be random noise from the 7.3g mark onwards, is it case where the unit can only be used in Ultra under 7.3 and then must recalibrated to Harmonic Mode 7.3 and above ? there arent any option for a cross over range are there ? Second question (RF/SpecAn), I have been learning about the DANL change that occurs when changing the RBW my question, should power level dbm remain consistent when changing RBW, is it only the accuracy & DANL ? Thanks Ash
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Determining antenna factor
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A handy formula…..plot your antenna gain vs. frequency and convert to AF vs. frequency -Charlie W5CDT
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Wideband antenna
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Anybody used PCTEL OP451 (450 MHz – 6 GHz, VSWR <2.0:1, 50 Ohm) wideband antenna with TinySA Ultra? It is a good match? Anybody had any experience with this one or a similar antenna? Pros and cons? Should I be worried about cable length? Specs seems to indicate that gain values include cable and connector losses. And reading the messages in group, I MUST use TRACE/CALC/TABLE TRACE and create a trace containing a 8 point linear interpolation of the AF versus frequency from the antenna gain graph? Is it ok to "approximate" the graph points to only 8 points in the TABLE TRACE? Thank you!
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Zelftest 3: signal level critical
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Heb de TinySA ultra nog niet heel lang. Maar zie dat de zelftest faalt Zelftest 3 geeft signal level critical Ook met het vervangen van de kabel. Ik ga er eerst maar vanuit dat ik iets verkeerd doe. Iemand advies of heb ik zo heel snel iets opgeblazen? Johan
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tinySA Ultra - signal generator specs
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I'm trying to use the signal generator again, as I have many times. But I'm looking for a bit more power than before. I see that it is specified (at https://tinysa.org/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.Specification) as -6 dBm in the "low" mode and +9 dBm in the "high" mode. Yet the most I can get out of it is -17.9 dBm. I must be missing something - what did I do? This is the ZS405 version, I think. Ron
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ZS-405-Updates
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I have a ZS-405.The question about software updates is does it make sense to update with the latest versions? ZS-405-Updates
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QUESTION on VERSION
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Dumb question, but: Where do I find the ZS-405, 406, or 407 in/on my TinySA/Ultra. It's not under "Version". Dave - W?LEV
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TinySA Ultra operating temperature
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Is there any specified operating temperature range for the TinySA ultra device? I cannot seem to find this on the wiki or searching group messages. Cheers, TC
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U22 AS179-92LF replacement
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Hi, my TinySA Ultra is showing all the symptoms of a failed U22. Self inflicted I think so can’t blame the unit. I’ve ordered a new unit as the supplier I bought it from has offered me a discount. So as I’ll have nothing to loose I thought I’d have a go at replacing it. I’ve got a hot air soldering unit so lets see. My question is the description on my preferred suppliers ( CPC ) for a AS179-92LF is “ Switch IC, SPDT, 20MHz to 3GHz, 2V to 5V, SC-70-6 - AS179-92LF “ Could someone please confirm this is what I require. Many thanks and apologies for the capitals it’s a result of copy/paste. Dave
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Good battery life
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Hooray for the tinyVA battery. I had not used my unit in over a year, turned it on, and the battery was at almost full charge. To me, that is an outstanding shelf life from a quality rechargeable battery. Thank you.
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Testing coax cable
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Hello, I have a tinySA Ultra+ and I would like to measure a 50ohm coax cable, anyone who can help me out how to do this? I guess you can use the CAL output in combination with the RF input? I would like to see how many dB loss I have in the range of lets say 470Mhz-600Mhz. Thanks!
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