Advantest R3172 High Frequency Spectrum Analyzer for Microwave and Millimetric Wave Communications

The R3172 and R3182 are low-cost portable spectrum analyzers capable of performing direct input measurements at a maximum frequency 26.5 and 40 GHz respectively.

Adopting newly designed RF circuitry, both the R3172 and R3182 aim for improved basic performance with their 40 GHz direct input capability. Further, the R3172 and R3182 achieve "best-in-class" performance for average display noise levels of -104 dBm (at 26.5 GHz, RBW 1 kHz) and -106 dBm (at 40 GHz, RBW 1kHz) respectively, and SSB phase noise levels of -91 dBc/Hz (at 26.5 GHz, 20 kHz offset) and -85 dBc/Hz (at 40 GHz, 20 kHz offset) respectively.

Operating frequencies for radio communications have increasing tendency to shift to higher frequencies. Accordingly, the R3172 and R3182 have been developed as personal-use spectrum analyzers capable of use in a wide range of applications from development to manufacturing of high frequency modules, devices, etc.

Description:

The R3172 spectrum analyzer employs a synthetic local method that enables users to perform highly stable and accurate spectrum analysis.

The Edelweiss Test R3172 is a spectrum analyzer capable of performing direct input measurements.The R3172 has a frequency range of 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz.

The portable and compact R3172 improves performance when adding newly designed RF circuits.

In addition, the R3172 achieves best-in-class performance at an average display noise level of -106 dBm (426.5 GHz, RBW 1 kHz) and SSB phase noise level (26.5 GHz, 20 kHz offset).

The R3172 is designed to withstand a certain amount of noise on the AC power line and should be used in low noise areas. A noise reduction filter helps avoid ambient noise.

The R3172 has an exhaust cooling fan on the rear panel and a front-facing exhaust port on the bottom. Users are advised not to block these areas as the resulting internal temperature rise can affect measurement accuracy.

The R3172 is safe for use at a maximum altitude of 2000 m above sea level, installation category II, contamination level 2.

To remove dirt from the exterior of the spectrum analyzer, wipe or brush the surface with a soft cloth or small brush. Hardened dirt can be removed with a cloth that has been soaked in water containing a mild detergent.

The R3172 was developed as a personal use spectrum analyzer capable of being used in a wide range of applications.

Key Points:

High-speed, high-precision scanning

Wide dynamic range

Frequency counter function with a resolution of 1 Hz.

Power measurement function

Auto-tuning function

3.5-inch floppy disk drive

Supports ESC/P, ESC/P-R and PCL compatible printers.

Remote control capability

High-precision color LCD display

Memory card function

BASIC controller comes standard

Voice demodulation using the internal speaker is possible

Portable system with large CRT monitor

Specifications:

Dynamic range: +30dBm to -132dBm

Frequency range: 9 KHz to 26.5 GHz

Frequency span: Zero, 1 kHz to 26.5 GHz

Input impedance: 50 ohms

Resolution bandwidth: 1 KHz to 3 MHz

Video bandwidth: 10Hz to 3MHz

High input sensitivity: -145 dBm

Operating temperature: 0 to +50°C (85% relative humidity or lower)

Storage Temperature: -20 to +60°C (85% RH or lower)

Power consumption: <200 VA

Power supply: 100 VAC - 100 to 120 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz

200 VAC - 220 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz

Dimensions: approx. 424 (W) x 177 (H) x 300 (D) mm

Mass: <16 kg