# Anritsu MT8820A 30 MHz to 2.7 GHz Radio Communication Analyzer (Pre-Owned)

# Anritsu MT8820A 30 MHz to 2.7 GHz Radio Communication Analyzer (Pre-Owned)

## Key Features At A Glance

-   Frequency range of 30 MHz to 2700 MHz covering multiple cellular and wireless communication bands
-   Single platform supporting W-CDMA/HSDPA, GSM/GPRS/EGPRS, cdma2000 1x, cdma2000 1xEV-DO, PDC, and PHS/ADVANCED PHS via dedicated measurement software
-   Parallel phone measurement capability tests two mobile terminals simultaneously through dual RF, AF, GPIB, and Ethernet ports
-   RF output level range of -140 to -10 dBm (Main 1) with 0.1 dB resolution for transmitter and receiver tests
-   Standard GPIB interface for integration into automated production lines and maintenance test systems
-   Batch measurement of major test items including transmission frequency, modulation accuracy, transmission power, adjacent channel power, occupied bandwidth, and BER
-   Color 8.4-inch TFT LCD (640 x 480 dots) display with PCMCIA Type II memory card slot for data and parameter storage
-   Optional audio board with handset connection enables end-to-end communications testing and audio characteristic evaluation

The Anritsu MT8820A Radio Communication Analyzer is a hardware platform covering a frequency range of 30 MHz to 2.7 GHz, designed to evaluate transmission and reception characteristics of mobile terminals across multiple cellular communication standards. When configured with dedicated measurement software and hardware options, this single platform supports W-CDMA/HSDPA, GSM/GPRS/EGPRS, cdma2000 1x (IS-2000), cdma2000 1xEV-DO, PDC, and PHS/ADVANCED PHS terminal evaluation. Advanced DSP (Digital Signal Processing) and parallel-measurement technology reduce the time required for the production and testing of mobile terminals.

The MT8820A is used for transmitter and receiver measurements of mobile terminals including call processing across the supported communication systems. Specific measurements include output power, modulation analysis, occupied bandwidth, spectrum emission mask, adjacent channel leakage power ratio, peak code domain error, frequency error, phase error, bit error rate, frame error rate, block error rate, and packet error rate. The platform also supports end-to-end communications testing with handsets, transmission and reception audio measurements, and W-CDMA video phone testing between two MT8820A units via Ethernet.

## Brand Heritage

Anritsu is a Japanese precision measurement company with roots extending to 1895. Anritsu acquired Wiltron Company in 1993, integrating Wiltron's RF and microwave measurement technology and its North American commercial presence into the current Anritsu product structure.

## Accessories Supplied

-   Power cord, 2.6 m (1 pc)
-   CF card (64 MB), HB28B064C8H (1 pc)
-   PC card adapter, CA68ADP (1 pc)
-   MT8820A/MT8815A operation manual (CD-ROM), W2458AE (1 copy)

## Product Core & Specifications

Category

Specification

Value

General

Frequency range

30 to 2700 MHz

Max. input level

+35 dBm Main 1

Main 1 input/output impedance

50 Ω

Main 1 VSWR

≤ 1.2 (< 1.6 GHz), ≤ 1.25 (1.6 to 2.2 GHz), ≤ 1.3 (> 2.2 GHz)

Main 1 connector

N type

AUX 1 output impedance

50 Ω

AUX 1 VSWR

≤ 1.3 (at SG Output level: ≤ -10 dBm)

AUX 1 connector

SMA type

Reference oscillator frequency

10 MHz

Reference oscillator level

TTL

Startup characteristics

≤ ±5 x 10\-8 (at 10 min after startup, referenced to frequency 24 h after startup)

Aging rate

≤ ±2 x 10\-8/day, ≤ ±1 x 10\-7/year (referenced to frequency 24 h after startup)

Temperature characteristics

≤ ±5 x 10\-8

Reference oscillator connector

BNC type

External reference input

10 MHz or 13 MHz (±1 ppm), ≥ 0 dBm, 50 Ω, BNC type

RF Signal Generator

Frequency range

30 to 2700 MHz (setting range: 0.4 to 2700 MHz)

Setting resolution

1 Hz

Accuracy

Due to reference oscillator accuracy

Output level range

\-140 to -10 dBm (Main 1), -130 to 0 dBm (AUX 1)

Resolution

0.1 dB

Output level accuracy

±1.0 dB (-120 to -10 dBm, Main 1, after calibration); ±1.0 dB (-110 to 0 dBm, AUX 1, after calibration)

Non-harmonic spurious

≤ -50 dBc (at offset frequency ≥ 100 kHz, except Uplink frequency – Downlink frequency + 4.1825 GHz); ≤ -40 dBc \[spurious of (4.8 GHz – Downlink frequency GHz) GHz at ≥ 2.1 GHz\]

Harmonics

≤ -25 dBc

Uninterrupted level variation

Variable range: 0 to -30 dB; setting resolution: 1 dB

Others

Display

Color 8.4" TFT LCD, 640 x 480 dots

External control (GPIB)

Control from external host with main unit as device (excluding some functions such as power-on), no external device control

GPIB interface functions

SH1, AH1, T6, L4, SR1, RL1, PP0, DC1, DT1, C0, E2

Power supply

Voltage / Frequency / Power

100 to 120/200 to 240 Vac (-15/+15%, 250 V max.), 47.5 to 63 Hz, ≤ 300 VA (with Option 01), ≤ 650 VA (with all Options)

Dimensions

W x H x D

426 (W) x 221.5 (H) x 498 (D) mm (excluding projections)

Mass

Weight

≤ 27 kg (with Option 01), ≤ 34 kg (with all Options)

Environmental

Operating temperature and humidity

0 to +50°C, ≤ 95% (no condensation)

Storage temperature and humidity

\-20 to +60°C, ≤ 95% (no condensation)

EMC

EN61326: 1997/A2: 2001 (Class A), EN61000-3-2: 2000 (Class A), EN61326: 1997/A2: 2001 (Annex A)

LVD

EN61010-1: 2001 (Pollution Degree 2)

**Important:** Maximum input level: +35 dBm at Main 1 connector. External reference input requires 10 MHz or 13 MHz at ±1 ppm, ≥0 dBm into 50 Ω.**Important:** Measurement software options require specific Measurement Hardware to be installed in the MT8820A (e.g., MX882000B W-CDMA Measurement Software requires MT8820A-01 W-CDMA Measurement Hardware and MX88205xA; MX882001A GSM Measurement Software requires MT8820A-02; MX882002A CDMA2000 Measurement Software requires MT8820A-03; MX882003A 1xEV-DO Measurement Software requires MT8820A-03, MT8820A-04, and MX882002A).**Important:** For W-CDMA terminal connectivity, contact your Anritsu sales representative.**Important:** MX882010A Parallel Phone Measurement Software requires MT8820A-12 Parallel Phone Measurement Hardware, two identical Measurement Hardware boards, and the corresponding Measurement Software.**Important:** P0019 Test USIM001 can be used only in W-CDMA mode. For GSM connection, P0027 W-CDMA/GSM Test USIM must be used.

## About this used unit

-   Warranty included
-   Functional verification included
-   Standard Calibration Upgrade Options: No Calibration Required, NIST Traceable, Z540.1 or ISO 17025 with Data, Z540.3 Guardbanding with Data.
-   Note that unnecessary accessories may not be included (contact Test Architect to confirm).

**Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. Feedback on this webpage is always welcome — please reach out to your Test Architect at any time for questions or concerns. Thank you, we truly appreciate you being our customer.**

## Details

- **Price:** 0.0 USD - 1400.0 USD
- **Vendor:** Anritsu
- **Type:** Radio Communication Analyzer
- **Tags:** Analyzers, Anritsu, Communication, Manufacturers, product_manual_group_1, Product_used

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| None | 0.00 USD | In stock |
| NIST Traceable | 700.00 USD | In stock |
| NIST Traceable with Full Data | 980.00 USD | In stock |
| ISO IEC 17025 Accredited | 1400.00 USD | In stock |

## Images

- MT8820A Anritsu Communication Analyzer

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