The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 6201B is a portable microwave test set for signal generation, frequency measurement, and power analysis across 10 MHz to 8 GHz. It delivers synthesized CW and swept signals with 1 Hz resolution, optional step attenuation down to −90 dBm, and a 90 dB dynamic range scalar analyzer. Built-in frequency counter, power meter, and real-time fault location with 0.1% accuracy enable field and benchtop characterization of microwave components and transmission line systems.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Range: 10 MHz to 8 GHz
Signal Generation
• Synthesized source, 1 Hz resolution
• CW and synthesized sweep modes
• Optional step attenuator: +20 dBm to −90 dBm (Option 001)
• Harmonics: <−27 dBc (0.01–2 GHz), <−35 dBc (2–8 GHz); typical −35 to −40 dBc
• Sub-harmonics and spurious: <−60 dBc
• Phase noise (1 Hz BW, 20 kHz offset): <−90 dBc/Hz (0.01–2 GHz), <−78 dBc/Hz (2–8 GHz)
• Residual FM (100 kHz BW, CW): <1 kHz peak (0.01–2 GHz)
Scalar Analyzer
• Dynamic range: 90 dB
• AC and DC detection
• Two auto-scaling display channels, four live/stored traces
• Reference level: −199.99 to +199.99 dB (1–100 for VSWR)
Power Measurement
• Accuracy: ±1 dB, ±0.5 dB typical; ±1 dB ±0.3 dB with Option 001
• Linearity: <0.5 dB over guaranteed range
• Range: −70 dBm to +35 dBm (sensor dependent)
Frequency Counter
• Resolution: ±1 Hz (CW), ±100 Hz (swept) ± frequency standard error
Fault Location
• 0.1% accuracy return loss and distance measurement
• Dual-channel display of return loss and fault location
Integral Voltage/Current Source
• Programmable output for device characterization (VCOs, PIN modulators)
– Key Features
• Portable design for field deployment
• Dual-channel simultaneous measurement capability
• User-selectable or automatic display scaling
• Low phase noise and spurious content across full frequency range
– Typical Applications
• Microwave component testing and calibration
• Transmission line fault location and discontinuity identification
• VCO and modulator characterization
• Network scalar measurements
– Compatibility & Integration
External sensor compatibility for extended power range. Optional step attenuator (Option 001) extends measurement flexibility.
