New handheld microwave spectrum analysers added to family

Rohde & Schwarz has extended its successful R&S Spectrum Rider FPH family with three new base models providing frequency ranges from 5kHz to 6GHz, 13.6GHz and 26.5GHz. The device was the industry's first handheld spectrum analyser to provide a capacitive touchscreen and a unique frequency upgrade concept via keycodes. Since upgrades need neither downtime nor recalibration, users can easily upgrade their base models, e.g. from 26.5GHz to 31GHz. New higher-frequency models allow the rugged device to operate a wide range of measurement tasks in the field and laboratory. In conjunction with other useful options, the device is a handy tool for diverse applications, such as verifying signal transmission over 5G, broadcast, radar and satellite communications links. The instrument will appeal to field technicians and lab engineers alike, as it supports everyday measurement tasks in aerospace and defence, mobile network testing and broadcasting, as well as tasks to be performed by regulatory authorities and tasks in education. Weighing only 2.5kg, the device is perfect for mobile use. Its battery lasts more than six hours, making the instrument able to work a full day without recharging.