# Anritsu MT8821C Radio Communication Analyzer, 30 MHz to 3.8 GHz (Pre-Owned)

# Anritsu MT8821C Radio Communication Analyzer, 30 MHz to 3.8 GHz (Pre-Owned)

## Key Features At A Glance

-   Frequency coverage from 30 MHz to 3.8 GHz (standard) extendable to 6.0 GHz with Option MT8821C-019
-   Supports LTE/LTE-Advanced (FDD/TDD), W-CDMA/HSPA, Cat-M, NB-IoT (Cat-NB1, 2), GSM/EGPRS, TD-SCDMA/HSPA, and CDMA2000 systems
-   LTE-Advanced Carrier Aggregation testing up to 8CC 4x4 MIMO (optional licenses required per CC configuration)
-   Operates as base station simulator using 3GPP/3GPP2 compliant call processing sequences for RF TRX measurements
-   Built-in combiner eliminates external parts and calibration for multi-port CA test configurations
-   12.1-inch WXGA touch panel display (1280 x 800) with multi-touch gesture support
-   Remote control via GPIB (IEEE 488) and Ethernet (10/100/1000BASE-T) for automated test systems
-   Parallel Phone Measurement option enables simultaneous testing of two devices or two communication technologies

The Anritsu MT8821C Radio Communication Analyzer is a base station simulator designed for R&D testing of mobile devices including smartphones, tablets, and M2M/IoT modules. Building on the technologies of the predecessor MT8820C, the MT8821C uses standard call processing sequences compliant with 3GPP and 3GPP2 test standards to support a versatile test lineup starting with RF measurements. The instrument covers 30 MHz to 3.8 GHz as standard, with optional extension to 6.0 GHz via the MT8821C-019 option.

The MT8821C is used for UE TRX characteristic evaluation during chipset and device development, evaluation, and acceptance testing by network operators. Applications listed in the product literature include RF TRX measurement and calibration, Over-The-Air (OTA) testing of UE antenna characteristics, SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) testing, UE power consumption measurement, Inter-RAT and DSDA dual-mode UE operation confirmation, IP data throughput testing, VoLTE voice and video echoback testing, and end-to-end communication testing. The instrument also supports 5G NSA (Non-Standalone) testing when combined with the Anritsu MT8000A Radio Communication Test Station, acting as the LTE anchor.

Every MT8821C unit offered by ValueTronics is held and prepared at our 20,000 square foot secure warehouse at 1675 Cambridge Drive, Elgin, Illinois. ValueTronics has specialized in test and measurement equipment since 1992, with in-house technical staff who evaluate, document, and prepare each instrument before it ships. This is materially different from drop-ship resellers and broker listings: when you order an MT8821C from us, the instrument is physically present in our Elgin facility and has been handled by our team rather than forwarded sight-unseen from a third party.

## Brand Heritage

Anritsu Corporation is a Japanese precision measurement company with roots dating to 1895. Anritsu acquired Wiltron Company in 1990, bringing Wiltron's RF and microwave measurement technology and North American commercial presence under the Anritsu brand. Anritsu's wireless communication test instruments are sold and supported globally under the Anritsu name from its headquarters in Atsugi, Japan.

## Accessories Supplied

-   Power Cord: 1 pc
-   USB Memory (P0031A): 1 pc
-   MT8821C Operation Manual on USB memory (W3753AE): 1 pc

## Product Core & Specifications

Specification

Value

Receiver

Frequency range

30 MHz to 3.8 GHz; 30 MHz to 6.0 GHz (with MT8821C-019)

Maximum input level

+35 dBm (Main 1, 2); +10 dBm (SG Input)

Transmitter — Frequency

Output frequency range

30 MHz to 3.8 GHz; 30 MHz to 6.0 GHz (with MT8821C-019)

Setting resolution

1 Hz

Accuracy

Depends on reference oscillator accuracy

Transmitter — Output Level

Main 1, 2 level range

−140 to −10 dBm (Internal SG TX 1 output); −140 to −16 dBm (Internal SG TX 2, 3, or 4 output, with MT8821C-025/026/027 or MT8821C-012/028/029/030)

Aux 1, 2, 3, 4 level range

−125 to +5 dBm (Aux 2, 3, 4 require MT8821C-025/026/027 or MT8821C-012/028/029/030)

Resolution

0.1 dB

Level accuracy (Main 1, 2; Level ≥−120 dBm, SG Input Off; 10° to 40°C, After Cal)

±1.5 dB (Frequency < 350 MHz, TX 1 output); ±1.0 dB, ±0.7 dB typ. (350 MHz ≤ Frequency ≤ 3.8 GHz); ±1.3 dB, ±1.0 dB typ. (3.8 GHz < Frequency ≤ 6.0 GHz)

Level accuracy (Aux 1, 2, 3, 4; Level ≥−110 dBm)

±1.5 dB (Frequency < 350 MHz); ±1.0 dB, ±0.7 dB typ. (350 MHz ≤ Frequency ≤ 3.8 GHz); ±1.3 dB, ±1.0 dB typ. (3.8 GHz < Frequency ≤ 6.0 GHz)

Signal Purity

Non-harmonic spurious

≤−30 dBc (offset frequency: ≥100 kHz)

Harmonics

≤−25 dBc

Reference Oscillator

Frequency

10 MHz

Start-up characteristics

≤5 × 10−8 (10 min. after power-on, referenced to frequency 24 hours after power-on)

Aging rate

≤2 × 10−8/day; ≤1 × 10−7/year (referenced to frequency 24 hours after power-on)

Temperature characteristics

≤5 × 10−8

Frequency accuracy before shipment

±2.2 × 10−8 (20° to 30°C, 1 hour after power-on)

Output connector / level

BNC-J / TTL

External reference input frequency

10 MHz or 13 MHz

External reference operating range

±1 ppm

Display

Display

12.1-inch WXGA, 1280 × 800 pixels, color TFT LCD

Touch panel

Projected capacitive type, multi-touch gestures

Front-panel RF Connectors

Main 1, 2

N-J, 50Ω (nom.). VSWR: ≤1.35 (30 MHz ≤ F < 350 MHz); ≤1.30 (350 MHz ≤ F < 450 MHz); ≤1.20 (450 MHz ≤ F ≤ 1.6 GHz); ≤1.30 (1.6 GHz < F ≤ 3.8 GHz, Main 1); ≤1.30 (1.6 GHz < F ≤ 2.7 GHz, Main 2); ≤1.35 (2.7 GHz < F < 2.9 GHz, Main 2); ≤1.30 (2.9 GHz ≤ F ≤ 3.8 GHz, Main 2); ≤1.40 (3.8 GHz < F ≤ 6.0 GHz)

Aux 1, 2, 3, 4

SMA-J, 50Ω (nom.). VSWR (SG output level ≤−10 dBm): ≤1.40 (30 MHz ≤ F < 300 MHz); ≤1.30 (300 MHz ≤ F ≤ 3.8 GHz); ≤1.60 (3.8 GHz < F ≤ 6.0 GHz)

SG Input

SMA-J, 50Ω (nom.). VSWR: ≤1.40 (300 MHz ≤ F ≤ 3.8 GHz); ≤1.60 (3.8 GHz < F ≤ 6.0 GHz)

Monitor

SMA-J, 50Ω (nom.). VSWR: ≤1.30 (300 MHz ≤ F ≤ 3.8 GHz); ≤1.60 (3.8 GHz < F ≤ 6.0 GHz)

Handset 1, 2

RJ-12 (for dedicated handset)

USB (front)

USB 2.0, 4 ports

Rear-panel Connectors

10 MHz Buf Out

BNC-J; 10 MHz; TTL level

10 MHz/13 MHz Ref In

BNC-J, 50Ω (nom.); ≥0 dBm

GPIB 1, 2

GPIB (IEEE 488); SH1, AH1, T6, L4, SR1, RL1, PP0, DC1, DT1, C0, E2

Remote 1, 2 (Ethernet)

RJ-45 (10/100/1000BASE-T)

Application Server 1, 2

RJ-45 (1000BASE-T)

RS-232C 1, 2

D-sub 9-pin (RS-232)

Call Proc I/O 1, 2

Mini D-sub 15-pin; TTL, LVCMOS

10BASE-T 1, 2

RJ-45 (10BASE-T)

1000BASE-T 1, 2

RJ-45 (1000BASE-T)

Aux (ARB I/O)

Mini D-sub 15-pin; LVCMOS

Frame Trig Output 1, 2 / Event Trig In/Out 1, 2

BNC-J; TTL

AF Output / AF Input 1, 2

BNC-J; AF Input max input level 30 V (RMS)

USB (rear)

USB 3.0, 2 ports

VGA

Mini D-sub 15-pin; Analog RGB

MEAS 1, 2

RJ-45 (Not used)

General

Storage Device

2.5-inch SSD

Power Supply

100 V(ac) to 120 V(ac) / 200 V(ac) to 240 V(ac) (250 V max.), 50 Hz/60 Hz; ≤1200 VA (with all options)

Dimensions

426 (W) × 221.5 (H) × 578 (D) mm (excluding projections)

Mass

≤40 kg (with all options)

Operating temperature/humidity

+5° to +40°C, ≤90% RH (no condensation)

Storage temperature/humidity

−20° to +60°C, ≤85% RH (no condensation)

CE

EMC: 2014/30/EU, EN61326-1, EN61000-3-2; LVD: 2014/35/EU, EN61010-1; RoHS: 2011/65/EU, EN50581

**Important:** Reference oscillator frequency accuracy before shipment is plus/minus 2.2 x 10^-8 (20° to 30°C, 1 hour after power-on); start-up characteristics are less than or equal to 5 x 10^-8 (10 minutes after power-on, referenced to frequency 24 hours after power-on).**Important:** MT8821C-019 (Extended RF 3.8 GHz to 6 GHz) option is required to extend the frequency range from the standard 30 MHz to 3.8 GHz up to 6.0 GHz.**Important:** Parallel Phone Measurement option (MT8821C-012) is required to enable the rear-panel Remote 2, Application Server 2, Audio I/O 2, GPIB 2, trigger 1/2 secondary ports, 10/1000BASE-T port 2, Call Processing I/O 2, and RS-232C port 2 for Phone 2 operation.**Important:** A commercial SIM adapter CANNOT be used with the Anritsu Test UICC cards (P0035, P0135, P0250, P0260, P0435 series). If used, it may jam and break in the UE.**Important:** RoHS is not supported when MT8821C-□03 or MT8821C-□05 retrofit options are installed.**Important:** Software options and measurement hardware have inter-dependencies (see datasheet 'Requires' notes); refer to the ordering information table to confirm prerequisite hardware/software before purchase.Recommended pairing: when configuring 5G NSA (Non-Standalone) tests, the MT8821C operates as the LTE anchor in combination with the Anritsu MT8000A Radio Communication Test Station, which provides the 5G NR cell function.

## 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.**

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