Anritsu Series MS278XB External Interfaces, Identification Number, Options and Accessories

General Information Product Description

External Interfaces

In addition to the visible front panel interfaces, the MS278XB provides the following device interfaces:

•IEEE488.2 GPIB: Connects the MS278XB to an external controller for remote programming. This

interface is detailed in the MS278XB Programming Manual, Part Number: 10410-00274.

•Printer: Provides a connection for printers with Parallel (Centronics) interfaces.

•XGA Output: Provides an Extended Graphics Array connector for an external monitor.

•PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse: Provides for the use of an external PS/2 keyboard and mouse.

•Ethernet: Provides network interface and control of the MS278XB. This interface is detailed in the

MS278XB Programming Manual, Part Number: 10410-00274.

•USB: Provides Type A USB ports on the front and rear panel to connect most USB compatible devices.

Identification Number

All Anritsu instruments are assigned a unique six-digit ID number, such as “040101.” This number is affixed to a decal on the rear panel of each unit. In any correspondence with Anritsu customer service, please use this number.

Options and Accessories

Table 1-1and Table 1-2lists Signature’s options and accessories with a brief description of each.

Table 1-1.Signature’s Available Options List

Option Number	Option Description
Option 1	Rack Mount Adapter
Option 1A	Slide Mount Adapter
Option 3	GPIB Interface
Option 22	30 MHz IF Bandwidth (includes baseband differential I & Q inputs)
Option 30	WCDMA Modulation Analysis
Option 38	QAM/PSK modulation analysis (requires Option 22)
Option 40	MATLAB Connectivity
Option 41	WiMAX Modulation Analysis
Option 52	Phase Noise Measurements
Option 98	Z540/ISO Guide 25 Calibration
Option 99	Premium Calibration
ES50MMD	Extends Warranty to 5 Years
Table 1-2.Signature’s Optional Accessories
Part Number	Optional Accessory Description
10410-00275	Signature MS278XB Maintenance Manual (Hard Copy)
1N50B	Limiter/DC Block, N(m) to N(f), 50 W, 1 MHz to 3 GHz
1N50C	Limiter, N(m) to N(f), 50 W, 10 MHz to 18 GHz
42N50A-30	30 dB Attenuator, 50 W N(m) to N(f)
12N50-75B	75 W Matching Pad, DC to 3 GHz, 50 W, N(m) to 75 W N(f)
11N50B	Power Divider, 1 MHz to 3 GHz, 50 W, N(f) Input, N(f) Output
2100-1	GPIB Cable, 1M
2100-2	GPIB Cable, 2M
70-28	Headset

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