Microwave and mmWave measurements redefined with new ultra-portable spectrum analyser

Anritsu Company has revolutionized the test market with the introduction of the Spectrum Master MS2760A family, claimed to be the world’s first ultraportable, millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum analyzers that verify high-frequency designs, including those used in 5G and E-band applications. Leveraging their patented state-of-the-art NLTL Shockline technology, the device shatters the cost, size, and performance barriers associated with traditional large form factor instruments to more efficiently advance technology development. In addition to 5G and E-band, the device significantly improves test procedures and lowers the cost-of-test in other fast-growing mmWave applications, such as 802.11ad/WiGig, satellite communications, electronic defence and automotive radar. For R&D and test engineers in lab environments, the device conducts essential spectrum measurements, such as spectrum analysis, channel power, adjacent channel power, spurious emissions, and occupied bandwidth. Users can achieve accuracy never before possible at higher frequencies, as the MS2760A allows measurements to be taken directly at the DUT, unlike benchtop models that require expensive cables that can add loss. Its ability to conduct sweeps from 9kHz to 110GHz also improves measurement confidence. Lower cost-of-test in high-volume manufacturing applications is achieved with the device, as it is considerably less expensive than benchtop alternatives. Its ultraportable size also adds flexibility to production test of larger products, including those in aerospace and satellite applications. Accuracy is assured in manufacturing environments due to its ability to conduct continuous sweeps across the entire frequency. The device has models to support the 32GHz, 44GHz, 50GHz, 70GHz, and 110GHz frequencies. A 90GHz model is also available for countries where an export license is required for analyzers above 90GHz. It is the latest member of their growing ultraportable analyzer portfolio.