The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 1900CSA is a compact radio communication test set engineered for testing and servicing cellular, PCS, and mobile radio equipment across 400/800 MHz and 1900 MHz bands. It combines RF signal generation, receiver analysis, spectrum analysis, and oscilloscope functionality in a single benchtop or field-deployable unit, supporting both analog and digital modulation formats with integrated compliance testing for TIA/EIA-136 dual-mode mobiles.
Technical Specifications
RF Signal Generator
• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 2010 MHz
• Resolution: 100 Hz
• Output power: -127 dBm to -10 dBm into 50 Ω (maximum -30 dBm with reverse power)
• Power resolution: 0.1 dB
• Power accuracy: ±1.5 dB (≥ -110 dBm)
• Modulation level: -30 dBm to +25 dBm into 50 Ω
• IF output frequency: 88 MHz to 90 MHz
• Residual FM: <10 Hz RMS
• SSB phase noise: <-94 dBc/Hz (20 kHz offset)
Receiver
• Frequency range: 10 MHz to 2010 MHz
• Sensitivity: <-80 dBm for 10 dB SINAD (1 kHz rate, 6 kHz deviation, FM 2, ANT input)
Additional Measurement Functions
• Spectrum analyzer with integrated tracking generator to 2 GHz
• Digitized oscilloscope to 1 MHz
• DVM, SINAD measurement, selectable IF filters
• Frequency and channel tables
– Key Features
• Modulation support: AM, FM, Phase, Pulse, FSK
• VSELP and ACELP vocoder technology
• AMPS and NAMPS compliance testing
• Adjacent power measurement to -40 dBm
• Dual-mode analog/digital authentication and protocol compliance
– Typical Applications
Mobile and base station conformance testing; TIA/EIA-136 dual-mode analysis; 400/800 MHz cellular and 1900 MHz PCS equipment servicing.
– Compatibility & Integration
RS-232 and GPIB interfaces. Requires adequate ventilation: minimum 1.6 inches (4 cm) clearance around rear exhaust fan. Avoid vertical operation on plush carpet or upholstery.
