The Anritsu MS2724B is a handheld spectrum analyzer delivering high-performance signal analysis across 9 kHz to 20 GHz. Built for field deployment, it combines broad frequency coverage with precision measurement capabilities for wireless network commissioning, interference location, broadcast spectrum management, and regulatory compliance verification. The instrument offers adjustable resolution and video bandwidths, multiple trace modes, and demodulation support for AM and FM signals, enabling rapid signal characterization in demanding environments.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency & Resolution**
• Frequency range: 9 kHz to 20 GHz
• Resolution bandwidth (RBW): 1 Hz to 10 MHz adjustable
• Video bandwidth (VBW): 0.1 Hz to 10 MHz adjustable
**Amplitude Performance**
• Amplitude range: −140 dBm to +30 dBm
• Amplitude accuracy: ±0.5 dB to ±2.0 dB (frequency, amplitude, and temperature dependent)
• Displayed average noise level (DANL): −140 dBm/Hz or lower
• Phase noise: −100 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (1 GHz carrier)
**Power & Battery**
• Power source: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack with AC adapter
• Battery life: Exceeds 4 hours per charge
• Input voltage: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
**Interfaces & Connectivity**
• RF input: Type-N female connector
• USB Type-A and Type-B ports for data storage and PC connection
• Ethernet (RJ-45) for remote control and data transfer
• SD card slot for data logging and firmware updates
• High-resolution color display
## Key Features
• Channel power and adjacent channel power ratio (ACPR) measurements
• Occupied bandwidth determination
• Field strength measurement for RF emissions analysis
• Interference detection and locating
• Multiple trace modes: Normal, Average, Max Hold, Min Hold
• Standard sweep and zero-span analyzer modes
• AM and FM demodulation capabilities
## Typical Applications
• Wireless network deployment and maintenance
• Broadcast spectrum monitoring
• Regulatory compliance verification
• Signal interference identification and source location
• Field RF emissions assessment
## Compatibility & Integration
The MS2724B connects to external systems via USB and Ethernet for data transfer and instrument control. SD card support enables field-based logging and firmware management without external infrastructure.
