The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 2304 is a 1 GHz modulation analyzer engineered for precision signal analysis in laboratory, system integration, and field-service environments. It delivers comprehensive AM, FM, and PM measurement capabilities across its 10 kHz to 1 GHz RF input range, making it suitable for communications testing, receiver validation, and transmitter characterization across multiple frequency bands.
Technical Specifications
RF Input
• Frequency Range: 10 kHz to 1 GHz
• Input Impedance: 50 Ohms nominal
• RF Connector: Type N (female)
AM Measurement
• Frequency Range: 10 kHz to 1 GHz
• Accuracy: ±(1% of reading + 0.5% modulation depth)
• Modulation Depth Display: Percentage or dB
FM Measurement
• Frequency Range: 10 kHz to 1 GHz
• Accuracy: ±(1% of reading + 1 kHz deviation)
• Deviation Display: kHz or dB (relative to 1 kHz/Volt)
PM Measurement
• Frequency Range: 10 kHz to 1 GHz
• Accuracy: ±(1% of reading + 1 degree phase deviation)
• Phase Deviation Display: Degrees or dB (relative to 1 radian/Volt)
Signal Processing
• Demodulation Bandwidth: Up to 300 kHz (configurable)
• Audio Frequency Response: Flat and weighted options (CCITT, 400 Hz flat)
Power
• Input Voltage: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
– Key Features
• User-selectable or automatic measurement ranges for all modulation types
• Dedicated AM, FM, and PM analysis with independent accuracy specifications
• Configurable demodulation bandwidth and audio weighting
• Built-in graphical display for real-time measurement and settings
• Monitor output for demodulated signal observation
– Typical Applications
• Two-way radio receiver and transmitter testing
• Mobile communications system validation
• Broadcast signal analysis and verification
• Component characterization in RF design
• Signal integrity troubleshooting
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB (IEEE 488) and RS-232 remote control interfaces
• Benchtop form factor for laboratory deployment
• External audio or demodulated signal output for third-party analysis equipment
