Versatile RF and Microwave Signal Analysis from 9 kHz to 43 GHz
The Anritsu MS2830A is a multifunctional spectrum analyzer and signal analyzer designed for RF and microwave measurement across R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance applications.
Five frequency configurations provide coverage from 9 kHz to 3.6 GHz, 6 GHz, 13.5 GHz, 26.5 GHz, or 43 GHz. The platform combines swept spectrum analysis with FFT-based signal analysis and supports a wide range of optional measurement software and hardware for digital wireless, analog radio, microwave, and component testing.
9 kHz to 43 GHz
Five frequency configurations support applications from RF and wireless communications through microwave measurement.
±0.3 dB Typical Accuracy
High total level accuracy supports repeatable transmitter and component measurements.
Up to 125 MHz Analysis Bandwidth
Optional bandwidth extensions support wideband FFT-based signal analysis for advanced modulation and RF characterization.
Optional capabilities include vector and analog signal generation, modulation analysis, phase-noise measurement, noise-figure measurement, BER testing, EMI pre-compliance functions, and application-specific measurement software for wireless standards and general-purpose RF testing.
Frequency Coverage to 43 GHz
Choose 3.6 GHz, 6 GHz, 13.5 GHz, 26.5 GHz, or 43 GHz configurations for RF, wireless, microwave, and general-purpose signal analysis.
±0.3 dB Typical Total Level Accuracy
High total level accuracy supports precise and repeatable power and transmitter measurements across development and production environments.
FFT-Based Signal Analysis
The built-in Signal Analyzer function uses FFT technology to support detailed signal evaluation in both frequency and time domains.
Analysis Bandwidth up to 125 MHz
Optional analysis-bandwidth extensions provide 31.25 MHz, 62.5 MHz, and up to 125 MHz capability for wideband signal characterization.
Integrated Signal Generator Options
Selected RF configurations support optional vector and analog signal generation, helping integrate transmitter and receiver evaluation into a single test platform.
Digital and Analog Modulation Analysis
Optional software supports measurements for LTE, W-CDMA, WLAN, vector modulation, analog FM, phase modulation, AM, and other communication formats.
Noise Figure and Phase Noise Measurement
Optional measurement functions expand the MS2830A for RF component characterization including noise figure and phase-noise evaluation.
Flexible R&D and Production Platform
Configurable hardware and software allow one platform to support wireless equipment development, manufacturing test, maintenance, and RF component evaluation.
RF and microwave transmitter characterization
Cellular and wireless communication equipment testing
WLAN and digital modulation analysis
PMR / LMR analog and digital radio evaluation
Microwave wireless equipment manufacturing and maintenance
RF amplifier, filter, and component characterization
Receiver evaluation with optional signal generation
R&D, production testing, quality control, and maintenance
MS2830A Model Comparison
| Specification | MS2830A-040 | MS2830A-041 | MS2830A-043 | MS2830A-044 | MS2830A-045 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 3.6 GHz | 9 kHz to 6 GHz | 9 kHz to 13.5 GHz | 9 kHz to 26.5 GHz | 9 kHz to 43 GHz |
| Instrument Type | Spectrum / Signal Analyzer | Spectrum / Signal Analyzer | Spectrum / Signal Analyzer | Spectrum / Signal Analyzer | Spectrum / Signal Analyzer |
| Signal Analysis | FFT-based | FFT-based | FFT-based | FFT-based | FFT-based |
| Total Level Accuracy | ±0.3 dB typical | ||||
| Analysis Bandwidth | Configurable with options; up to 125 MHz depending on configuration | ||||
| Phase Noise Measurement | Available with MS2830A-010 option | ||||
| Noise Figure Measurement | Available with MS2830A-017 option | ||||
| BER Measurement | Available with MS2830A-026 option | ||||
| Vector Signal Generator | Available | Available | Configuration dependent | — | — |
| Primary Application Range | RF, cellular, WLAN, PMR / LMR and general wireless testing | Microwave and higher-frequency wireless testing | |||
Configuration Notes
Frequency configurations: The MS2830A family is available as the MS2830A-040 covering up to 3.6 GHz, MS2830A-041 up to 6 GHz, MS2830A-043 up to 13.5 GHz, MS2830A-044 up to 26.5 GHz, and MS2830A-045 up to 43 GHz.
Analysis bandwidth: Signal-analysis bandwidth can be expanded through hardware options. Available configurations include 10 MHz, 31.25 MHz, 62.5 MHz, and up to 125 MHz depending on the installed options and frequency model.
RF models: The MS2830A-040, -041, and -043 are particularly suited to cellular, WLAN, PMR / LMR, and general-purpose digital wireless evaluation. Optional measurement software expands the platform for standards-specific transmitter analysis.
Microwave models: The MS2830A-044 and MS2830A-045 extend built-in frequency coverage to 26.5 GHz and 43 GHz respectively, supporting microwave transmitter, component, manufacturing, and maintenance applications.
Signal generation: Selected configurations support optional vector and analog signal-generator functions, enabling receiver evaluation and combined Tx / Rx test configurations without requiring a separate signal source for many applications.
Measurement expansion: Available options include phase-noise measurement, noise-figure measurement, BER measurement, EMI pre-compliance functionality, and application-specific modulation-analysis software.
Extended millimeter-wave measurements: Compatible external mixer solutions can extend measurement capability beyond the analyzer's built-in 43 GHz frequency range for specialized millimeter-wave applications.
