First rugged handheld VNA covers frequency up to 20GHz

Anritsu Co. has just introduced their MS202x/3xC VNA Master series of handheld vector network analyzers (VNAs). These VNAs offer the performance and capabilities of numerous benchtop instruments in a single highly-portable analyzer.

The MS202x/3xC MS possess a broad frequency range (5kHz to up to 20GHz), fast sweep times, waveguide support, and advanced time domain capabilities. Moreover, the

MS202/3xC series may be utilized by RF/microwave engineers to conduct system maintenance and interference hunting in a variety of aerospace, defense, wireless backhaul and general-purpose applications.

They possess a broad frequency range (5kHz to up to 20GHz), fast sweep times, waveguide support, and advanced time domain capabilities. Moreover, the MS202/3xC series may be utilized by RF/microwave engineers to conduct system maintenance and interference hunting in a variety of aerospace, defense, wireless backhaul and general-purpose applications.

Four models are currently available, the MS202xC vector network analyzers and MS203xC combination vector network/spectrum analyzers. These instruments take the place of bulky, AC-powered, and costly benchtop products empowering field personnels with increase productivity when conducting on-site installation and maintenance activities.

Specifically, the MS202/3xC VNA Master series are the premier 2-port full-reversing handheld vector network analyzers. Fully configured, the VNA Master brings the versatility to conduct many popular measurements that currently require a laboratory grade VNA, scalar analyzer, vector voltmeter, power meter and spectrum analyzer. A smart software is used for installation and maintenance applications, consisting of cable and antenna analysis, transmission measurements, phase matching cables, interference hunting, and general purpose spectrum analysis.

In terms of performance, the MS202/3xC VNA Master is simply remarkable. With its powerful 12-term error correction algorithms, the MS202/3xC series yields S-parameter performance that is generally 10x more accurate than scalar measurement results. It delivers 100 dB of dynamic range and an enhanced optional time domain capability. The Time Domain option also has readouts with gating and low-pass processing features to answer antenna range and material measurements. With the fastest sweep update rate in any handheld VNA of 525 usec/pt, it gives true real-time display updates for filter tuning operations. With this tool, engineers can now simplify gear logistics when conducting measurements – anytime, anywhere.