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MS2718B
Economy Microwave Spectrum Analyzer
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Anritsu MS2718B Economy Spectrum Analyzer
The MS2718B is a Microwave Spectrum Analyzer able to cover a Frequency Range between 9 kHz to 13 GHz. The adaptability to perform remote tests in the R&D lab or on the generation floor with a solitary instrument offers you another option to supplant a considerably costlier vector signal analyzer and range analyzer setup. With these adaptable features, the MS2718B fulfills the wide scope of remote convention testing portrayed in the accompanying table. You can supplant administrator concentrated consistence testing with the MS2718B's computerized PASS/FAIL mode. After choosing one of the accessible test models, an administrator can see a test synopsis with clear PASS/FAIL signs, and min/max edges. Also, utilize Master Software Tools to make and download a custom test list into the unit. The reasonable and compact summary feedback allows the user to rapidly decide remote framework consistence or confine risky execution territories for advance indicative testing.
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| Model | MS2718B |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Anritsu |
| Series | Economy Spectrum Analyzer |
| Type | Spectrum Analyzer |
| VNA Frequency | 9 kHz to 13 GHz |
| Dynamic Range | 100 dB |
| Features | Modern connectivity, including LAN, USB 2.0, Compact Flash. |
| Storage | 256 MB Internal Storage |
| MS2718B Manual | User Manual and Maintenance Manual Available for Download |
| Price | Contact a sales representative for a quote. |
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MS2718B FAQ- Anritsu
Frequently Asked Questions
Question:
What are Absolute and Relative limit lines in the MS272xB the MS271xB spectrum analyzers, and the MT8222A BTS Master? When would I choose one over the other?
Answer:
An Absolute limit line is one that, when recalled from memory, returns to the frequency at which it was created. A Relative limit line, when recalled, is automatically centered on the spectrum analyzer's current center frequency. If your measurements are always at one frequency than using Absolute limit lines is sensible. If you make measurements at many different frequencies then Relative limit lines make your job easier because when you create a limit line (also called emission mask) once, you can use it at any desired frequency without having to recreate it each time.
Question:
I'm making a field strength measurement and see an area of the display that is much higher than the rest. Why does it do that?
Answer:
The field strength measurement algorithm in the MS272xB, MS271xB, MT8222A, MS2711D and S332D takes the antenna factor of the selected antenna into account to calculate field strength. This causes the increase you see over the bandwidth of the antenna. Measurements of field strength are only valid in that region since the performance of the antenna outside of its specified bandwidth isn't known.
Question:
I need to see both the maximum and the minimum of a signal at the same time; how do I do that?
Answer:
The MS272xB, MS271xB and MT8222A have three traces available. The best way to see the maximum and minimum simultaneously is to set Trace A to Normal, Trace B to Max Hold and Trace C to Min Hold.
Question:
Why does my MS2721B give me an input saturation warning when other instruments don't?
Answer:
The MS272xB, MS271xB, MS2711D, MT8222A and MS20x6A are equipped with a broadband detector that is designed to sense signal levels at the input to the first mixer that may cause inaccurate measurements due to saturation. Most competitive instruments don't have a method to deliver such a warning and allow the user to take measurements that likely are inaccurate. These inaccuracies can include lower amplitude values and the generation of signal harmonics due to mixer saturation.
| Option Description |
|---|
| MS2718B-007 Secure Data Operation Option |
| MS2718B-009 RF and Demodulation Hardware |
| MS2718B-017 GPIB Option |
| MS2718B-019 High Accuracy Power Meter |
| MS2718B-040 GSM/GPRS/EDGE RF Measurements (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-041 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-042 CDMA RF Measurements (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-043 cdmaOne and CDMA2000 1xRTT Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-044 WCDMA/HSDPA RF Measurements (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-045 WCDMA Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-046 Fixed WiMAX RF Measurements (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-047 Fixed WiMAX Demodulation (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-060 TD-SCDMA RF Measurements (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-061 TD-SCDMA Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-062 EVDO RF Measurements (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-063 EVDO Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-065 WCDMA/HSDPA Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-066 Mobile WiMAX RF Measurements (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-067 Mobile WiMAX Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
| MS2718B-089 IF Output Option |
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