1-Tone Nonlinear Simulations > Spectrum, Gain, Harmonic Distortion vs. Frequency

Description

This simulation setup is similar to the HB1TonePswp schematic, except that the input signal frequency is swept. It simulates the spectrum, voltage waveform, output power, power gain, group delay, and harmonic distortion of a device or amplifier, all versus frequency. A sample power amplifier is provided. You must replace this amplifier with your own device or amplifier, and modify the biases, as needed.

Needed to Use Schematic

A device or an amplifier using nonlinear model(s)

Main Schematic Settings

Input frequency sweep range and available source power

Data Display Outputs

All versus frequency:

• Output spectrum and voltage waveform, at a frequency selected by moving a marker
• Output power
• Transducer power gain (power delivered to the load minus power available from the source)
• Harmonic distortion up to the 5th, in dBc
• Group delay

Schematic Name

HB1ToneFswp

Data Display Name

HB1ToneFswp.dds