The Rohde & Schwarz FSVA30 is a high-performance signal and spectrum analyzer engineered for precision RF measurements across demanding applications in aerospace, defense, wireless communications, and EMC testing. Operating from 10 Hz to 30 GHz—extendable to 500 GHz with optional harmonic mixers—the FSVA30 delivers analysis bandwidth up to 160 MHz, exceptional phase noise performance, and DANL as low as –168 dBm at 1 Hz bandwidth. The instrument combines a touchscreen interface with SCPI automation to streamline complex measurement workflows.
Technical Specifications
• Frequency Range: 10 Hz to 30 GHz; up to 500 GHz with optional harmonic mixers
• Analysis Bandwidth: Up to 160 MHz standard
• Phase Noise: –114 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 10 Hz offset; –118 dBc (1 Hz) at 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset; –110 dBc (1 Hz) at 10 kHz offset
• DANL: –168 dBm at 1 Hz bandwidth; –155 dBm at 1 GHz and –147 dBm at 30 GHz in 1 Hz bandwidth; –162 dBm at 30 GHz with optional R&S FSV-B24 preamplifier
• Third-Order Intercept (TOI): Typically 20 dBm; +15 dBm
• Level Measurement Uncertainty: 0.4 dB up to 7 GHz
• Resolution Bandwidth (–3 dB): 1 Hz to 10 MHz standard in 1/2/3/5 sequence; extends to 40 MHz with R&S FSV3-B8E option
• Bandwidth Uncertainty (–3 dB): < 3 % nominal
• Shape Factor (60 dB:3 dB): < 5 nominal
• Sweep Time Accuracy: ±0.1 % nominal (Span = 0 Hz); ±3 % nominal (Span ≥ 10 Hz, swept)
– Key Features
• Touchscreen-based user interface with SCPI recorder for automated measurements
• Optional R&S FSV-B24 RF preamplifier for enhanced sensitivity at 30 GHz
• Optional R&S FSV-B11 YIG preselector bypass enabling 160 MHz bandwidth analysis across full frequency range
• Compact design with optional battery pack for portable deployment
– Typical Applications
• Phase noise and noise figure analysis
• Vector signal analysis and OFDM measurements
• 5G NR, LTE, WLAN, WCDMA/HSPA+, and Bluetooth signal characterization
• Pulse and distortion analysis
• Satellite and microwave backhaul signal analysis
• EMI diagnostics and electromagnetic compatibility testing
– Compatibility & Integration
The FSVA30 supports SCPI-based remote control and automation, enabling integration into test systems and production environments requiring programmatic measurement control.
