The Anritsu MS2830A is a microwave spectrum analyzer spanning 9 kHz to 43 GHz across five base models, delivering dual-domain signal analysis through FFT technology. It combines spectrum analysis with modulation analysis, noise figure measurement, and capture & playback functionality for wireless systems, radar, and microwave component evaluation across R&D, manufacturing, and field service.
Technical Specifications
Frequency coverage spans five configurations: MS2830A-040 (9 kHz to 3.6 GHz), MS2830A-041 (9 kHz to 6 GHz), MS2830A-043 (9 kHz to 13.5 GHz), MS2830A-044 (9 kHz to 26.5 GHz), and MS2830A-045 (9 kHz to 43 GHz). External mixer connection extends the two highest models to 110 GHz.
Performance metrics include ±0.3 dB total level accuracy, 168 dB dynamic range, and -153 dBm/Hz DANL (30 MHz to 1 GHz). Third-order intercept reaches +15 dBm (300 MHz to 3.5 GHz). SSB phase noise measures -115 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset and -133 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz offset.
Analysis bandwidth options scale from 10 MHz standard to 125 MHz maximum via optional extensions (MS2830A-005 through MS2830A-078), with signal analyzer bandwidth reaching 125 MHz.
Input connectors vary by frequency: Type N (up to 13.5 GHz) and K-type 2.92 mm (26.5 GHz and 43 GHz models). High-frequency models include SMA-J IF output at 1.875 GHz center frequency with 1 GHz 3 dB bandwidth.
Power consumption ranges from 110 VA nominal (MS2830A-040) to ≤350 VA with all options installed.
– Key Features
• FFT-based spectrum and signal analysis in time and frequency domains
• Modulation analysis: LTE, W-CDMA, WLAN, vector and analog modulation
• Noise figure measurement capability
• Signal capture and playback for signal recreation
• Optional vector signal generators: 3.6 GHz (MS2830A-020) and 6 GHz (MS2830A-021) with 120 MHz modulation bandwidth
• IF output function (models MS2830A-044/045) for external processing
– Typical Applications
• Wireless communication system characterization
• Radar and microwave component analysis
• Digital and analog equipment maintenance
• Signal integrity and modulation quality assessment
– Compatibility & Integration
Optional signal generator modules enable simultaneous Tx/Rx testing. Extended analysis bandwidth options support wideband signal characterization. External mixer connection accommodates millimeter-wave analysis beyond 43 GHz.
