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Anritsu has introduced new options for its MS271xB series of spectrum analyzers that take advantage of the instrument's phase noise of -110 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (typical, 800 MHz). These options will make it easier to integrate the instruments into legacy manufacturing environments. The MS271xB series, together with its enhancements, has been designed to accurately measure the performance of wireless broadband components and devices, increase production yields, and lower the cost of production test.

Running on an external PC, the software controls any of the microwave spectrum analyzers via an Ethernet or GPIB interface and combines multiple, swept measurements in summary displays of phase-noise performance. This feature provides multiple phase noise trace plots on the same scale, in different colors. Phase noise plots can be smoothed and compared with user-created limit lines. The software also enables source jitter measurements to be displayed in seconds, degrees, or Hz.

Anritsu has also added a GPIB interface that enables the microwave spectrum analyzers to be easily integrated into legacy manufacturing test systems. In addition, a new front panel USB connector facilitates connection of flash drives.

Covering the 9 kHz to 7.1, 13 and 20 GHz ranges, the MS271xB family meets most RF and microwave spectrum analyzer requirements. The excellent phase noise performance enables the instruments to measure most wireless local oscillators and synthesizers, while their superior dynamic range of 100 dB results in fast and precise testing of wireless components that require exceptional linearity.

Starting prices are $13,450 for the 9 kHz to 7.1 GHz MS2717B.