Anritsu Series MS278XB operation manual Product Description

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The Signature Signal Analyzer is a single instrument that integrates state-of-the-art spectrum, vector signal and digital modulation analysis into one easy to use instrument. It incorporates the following capabilities:

•Highly accurate spectrum measurements covering the range of 100 Hz to 8 GHz in a single band

•Vector measurements of modulated signals up to 30 MHz bandwidth

•Modulation and signal quality measurements of cellular and WLAN signals at the press of a button

•Multiple sweep and detector modes available in a single multi-trace setup

•Easy to use, customizable Microsoft Windows based User Interface

•Custom waveform and signal analysis using on board direct data linking to MATLAB® and Simulink® tools

•Control of external signal sources and other instruments via SCPI, IEEE488.2, and Web Services

•Remote Control via a Local Area Network or the Internet

•Ability to run user applications and device drivers on its embedded PC

The advanced design of the Anritsu Signature Signal Analyzer features the following innovations:

•RF/analog architecture optimized for maximum dynamic range, high accuracy, and operation to 8 GHz in a single band

•Exclusive low conversion loss mixer technology

•Exclusive 2 dB per step impedance-matched input attenuator

•Advanced design digital phase-lock loop local oscillator technology for maximum stability and sweep speed with lowest phase noise and spurious signals

•Upgradeable open architecture for lowest total cost of ownership

•Field replaceable, pre-calibrated functional modules

•Digital FPGA technology for maximum performance and ease of upgrade

•Industry standard, obsolescence-proof Compact PCI digital modules

•Improved reliability through an advanced, low ambient noise thermal management system

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