The Anritsu S820E Microwave Site Master is a handheld cable and antenna analyzer engineered for site-level field testing from low frequencies through microwave bands. It delivers distance-to-fault location, return-loss diagnostics, and comprehensive 1-port and 2-port measurement capabilities. Built to MIL-PRF-28800F standards for hazardous environments, the S820E combines rugged design with dynamic range and frequency resolution for demanding deployment and maintenance applications.
## Technical Specifications
**Frequency Coverage:**
• 1 MHz to 8, 14, 20, 30, or 40 GHz (user-selectable option)
• 1 Hz frequency resolution
**Dynamic Range:**
• 110 dB (20 MHz to 40 GHz)
• 100 dB (up to 40 GHz)
**Sweep Performance:**
• 650 µs/data point standard
• 550 µs/data point for accelerated measurements
**RF Immunity & Power:**
• RF interference immunity up to +17 dBm
• High-accuracy power measurements via external USB sensors
**Calibration:**
• Coaxial modes: OSL, SOLT
• Waveguide modes: SSL, SSLT
• Temperature range: −10 °C to +55 °C (full calibration kits)
• Calibration window: ±10 °C (reduces recalibration frequency)
## Key Features
**Measurement Modes:**
• 1-port: Return Loss, VSWR, Cable Loss, Distance-to-Fault (DTF), Phase, Smith Chart, Impedance
• 2-port (standard): Transmission Measurement, 2-port Cable Loss, Swept Cable Loss
• VNA Mode (Option S820E-0440): Full 4 S-Parameter capability (S11, S21, S22, S12); simultaneous dual-port measurement; configurable quad display; S2P file generation (3 formats)
• Vector Voltmeter Mode (Option S820E-0441): A/B and B/A ratio; vector error-corrected reflection and transmission
• Video Inspection Probe Mode: Fiber connector verification; IEC 61300-3-35 Pass/Fail testing
## Typical Applications
Communication link deployment, field maintenance, antenna characterization, cable fault diagnosis, and site acceptance testing across RF and microwave frequencies.
## Compatibility & Integration
External USB power sensors (sold separately) enable enhanced power measurement. Compatible Anritsu Video Inspection Probes support optical connector inspection.
