Handheld RF Vector Network Analyzers

April 1, 2011

Anritsu Company (Morgan Hill, CA) has introduced the MS202xB/MS203xB VNA Master™ series handheld RF vector network analyzers (VNAs). With frequency coverage from 500 kHz to 4/6 GHz, and featuring multi-instrument functionality in a rugged, lightweight design that can withstand harsh environments, the MS202xB/MS203xB allow field engineers to find faults, optimize mission-critical systems, and maintain more sites while reducing operating and capital equipment expenditures. The MS202xB/MS203xB VNA Master series is designed with a 2-port vector network analyzer architecture that provides S11 and S21 measurements that are generally 10 times more accurate than scalar measurement approaches found in economy handheld tools. The MS203xB VNA Master models add integrated spectrum analysis for on-site verification or trouble-shooting. Using the standard preamplifier, display average noise level (DANL) is -152 dBm in 10 Hz resolution bandwidth (RBW). Dynamic range is >95 dB in 10 Hz RBW. The phase noise at 1 GHz is - 100 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset.