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Bird RF Spectrum Analyzer Basics: Setup, Sweep, and Signal Analysis

August 27th, 2025

0 min. read

By Bird Applications Team

 

See the signals others miss.
In this webinar, we walk through the fundamentals of using Bird’s SignalHawk RF Spectrum Analyzer, so you can set up, sweep, and interpret signals with confidence.

You’ll learn:

  • What a spectrum analyzer is – And why it’s essential for RF work

  • Key terms & basics – Speaking the language of spectrum analysis

  • Core measurements – What to capture and how to use the data

Whether you’re identifying interference, verifying system performance, or learning the ropes, this session gives you the skills to get clear, accurate results from your analyzer.

Bird Applications Team

Applied RF know-how from Bird engineers—field-tested techniques, measurement methods, and troubleshooting.

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