Product Description:
Advantest R3131A 3 GHz Spectrum Analyzer
Data sheet (PDF)
The Advantest R3131A spectrum analyzer is a wide band, very sensitive receiver. It works on the principle of "super-heterodyne receiver" to convert higher frequencies (normally ranging up to several 10s of GHz) to measurable quantities. The received frequency spectrum is slowly swept through a range of pre-selected frequencies, converting the selected frequency to a measurable DC level (usually logarithmic scale), and displaying the same on the CRT of the Advantest R3131A. The CRT displays received signal strength (y-axis) against frequency ( x-axis).
Some applications for Advantest R3131A Spectrum Analyzers include Site Monitoring: Verify that the frequency and signal strength of your transmitter is accurate. Interference: Before a system is installed you use a Advantest R3131A spectrum analyzer to verify that the frequencies (you plan to use) are not occupied or if the presence of a very strong signal will interfere with your new setup. Interference can be created by a number of different situations. Other tests that utilize the Advantest R3131A spectrum analyzer features include antenna isolation, co-channel interference, adjacent channel power, occupied bandwidth, intermodulation, microwave or satellite antenna alignment, and characterization of components.
Resalution Bandwidth Steps: 1-3
Video Bandwidth Steps: 1-10
Marker counter resolution: 1 Hz to 1 kHz
Frequency reference source accuracy : ±2 ppm/year ±5 ppm at operating temperature range
Amplitude measurement range: +20 dBm to Average noise level
Maximum input level: +20 dBm, 50 VDC
Display Log: 10 dB/div 8 div, 1,2,5 dB/div 10 div; Lin: 10%/div of reference level
Input attenuator range: 0 to 50 dB 10 dB step
Performance Characteristics of the R3131A
| Form Factor |
Benchtop |
| Type |
Analyzer |
| Input Impedance |
50 Ohm |
| Minimum Frequency |
9 kHz |
| Maximum Frequency |
3 GHz |
| Zero Span |
Yes |
| Minimum Span |
50 kHz |
| Maximum Span |
3 GHz |
| Minimum Sweep Time |
50 ms |
| Maximum Sweep Time |
500 s |
| Minimum Resolution Bandwidth |
1 kHz |
| Maximum Resolution Bandwidth |
1 MHz |
| Minimum Video Bandwidth |
10 Hz |
| Maximum Video Bandwidth |
1 MHz |
| Maximum Single-Side-Band Noise |
100 dBc/Hz |
| Trigger Source |
External |
| Trigger Modes |
Freerun,Line,Video |
| Connector type (main signal) |
BNC(f) |
| Probe Power |
No |
| Noise Source Driver |
No |
| Connector Type to DUT |
Type-N(f) |
Programmability/Connectivity of the R3131A
| User Interface |
Proprietary
|
| Ports to Peripheral Devices |
GPIB,RS232
|
| Data Storage Type |
FDD
|
R3131A Compliance
| CE Compliance |
Not on file
|
| UL Compliance |
Not compliant
|
R3131A Power Requirements
| Input Power |
Universal (Auto Sense and Switch)
|
R3131A Physical Dimensions
- Width: (N/A)
- Height: 177 mm(6.96 in)
- Length: 300 mm(11.81 in)
- Weight: 11 kg(24.25 lb)