# Anritsu MT8212E Cell Master Compact Handheld Base Station Analyzer, 4 GHz (Pre-Owned) # Anritsu MT8212E Cell Master Compact Handheld Base Station Analyzer, 4 GHz (Pre-Owned) ## Key Features At A Glance - Combines Cable & Antenna Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer (9 kHz to 4 or 6 GHz), and Power Meter in one handheld instrument - Cable & Antenna Analyzer with OSL, InstaCal, and FlexCal calibration; measures Return Loss, VSWR, Cable Loss, DTF, 1-Port Phase, and Smith Chart - Spectrum Analyzer DANL of −162 dBm in 1 Hz RBW with preamp; dynamic range >102 dB at 2.4 GHz - Frequency accuracy of ±50 ppb with GPS lock (Option 31) - Optional signal analyzers cover LTE/LTE-A FDD/TDD, GSM/EDGE, W-CDMA/HSPA+, TD-SCDMA, CDMA, EV-DO, and WiMAX - 8.4-inch daylight-viewable color touchscreen display, 3-hour typical battery operation, MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 shock rating - Internal 32 V Bias Tee (Option 10) and built-in internal Power Meter standard - USB and optional Ethernet (Option 411) data transfer with Web Remote Control capability The Anritsu Cell Master MT8212E is a compact handheld base station analyzer designed for installation and maintenance of wireless networks. Anritsu positions the instrument as a lightweight platform meeting virtually all the testing needs of an RF technician, integrating Cable & Antenna Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, and Power Meter functions in a single field-deployable unit. The MT8212E covers 2 MHz to 4 GHz for cable and antenna work, 9 kHz to 4 GHz for spectrum analysis, and 10 MHz to 4 GHz for power measurement; the companion MT8213E extends each of these ranges to 6 GHz. The Cell Master is built for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of base station infrastructure. Documented application areas include cable and antenna line sweeping (Return Loss, VSWR, Cable Loss, Distance-to-Fault, 1-Port Phase, Smith Chart), spectrum and interference analysis, signal analysis for 2G, 3G, and 4G cellular networks including LTE, WiMAX, and digital broadcast, electromagnetic field testing, channel scanning, coverage mapping, and T1/E1/T3 backhaul analysis. Options extend the instrument into LTE/LTE-A FDD and TDD, GSM/EDGE, W-CDMA/HSPA+, TD-SCDMA/HSPA+, CDMA, EV-DO, Fixed and Mobile WiMAX, ISDB-T, and DVB-T/H measurements. ## Brand Heritage Anritsu Corporation traces its origins to 1895 in Japan and remains an independent publicly traded test and measurement manufacturer headquartered in Atsugi, Kanagawa. Anritsu's North American RF and microwave instrument heritage was significantly expanded by its 1993 acquisition of Wiltron Company, a respected US-based maker of network analyzers and signal generators. Instruments bearing the Wiltron name from before that period are part of the same engineering lineage as today's Anritsu RF products. ## Compare Other Models in This Series The Cell Master family consists of two compact handheld base station analyzer models — the MT8212E and the MT8213E — sharing an identical feature set, chassis, touchscreen, and option list. The two models differ only in upper frequency coverage: the MT8212E covers up to 4 GHz across its Cable & Antenna Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, and Power Meter functions, while the MT8213E extends coverage to 6 GHz in each measurement domain. Both models accept the same comprehensive option catalog covering 2G, 3G, and 4G cellular signal analyzers (LTE/LTE-A FDD and TDD, GSM/EDGE, W-CDMA/HSPA+, TD-SCDMA, CDMA, EV-DO), Fixed and Mobile WiMAX, ISDB-T and DVB-T/H digital broadcast measurements, T1/E1/T3 backhaul analysis, GPS, Interference Analyzer, Coverage Mapping, EMF testing, and Ethernet connectivity. Each pre-owned Cell Master model below is offered as its own product page with condition-matched pricing. Selecting the right model is primarily a question of whether your work requires coverage above 4 GHz — if so, the MT8213E is the appropriate choice; if not, the MT8212E covers the cellular and RF infrastructure bands typical of base station installation and maintenance. The MT8212E specifically provides 2 MHz to 4 GHz Cable & Antenna Analyzer coverage, 9 kHz to 4 GHz Spectrum Analyzer coverage, and 10 MHz to 4 GHz Power Meter coverage. This frequency span addresses cellular bands through approximately 3.5 GHz, including the principal LTE FDD and TDD bands listed in the datasheet (E-UTRA FDD bands 1–14, 17–21, 23–28; TDD bands 33–44, tunable to 4.0 GHz). The single technical differentiator between the two Cell Master models is upper frequency limit. The MT8212E tops out at 4 GHz across all three primary measurement functions; the MT8213E extends each function to 6 GHz. The comparison table below summarizes the specific frequency ranges per measurement domain. All other published specifications — DANL, dynamic range, phase noise, sweep speed, return loss range, VSWR range, display, battery operation, environmental ratings, and option compatibility — are identical between the two models per the datasheet. Model Cable & Antenna Analyzer Range Spectrum Analyzer Range Power Meter Range **MT8212E** 2 MHz to 4 GHz 9 kHz to 4 GHz 10 MHz to 4 GHz MT8213E 2 MHz to 6 GHz 9 kHz to 6 GHz 10 MHz to 6 GHz Additional differences in specifications beyond the few shown above are not listed here — see each model's full specifications below. ## Accessories Supplied - Handheld Instruments Documentation Disc (10920-00060) - Anritsu Software Tool Box for Handheld RF Instruments Disc (2300-577) - Soft Carrying Case (2000-1654-R) - Stylus with Coiled Tether (2000-1691-R) - Touchscreen Protective Film, 8.4 in (2000-1797-R) - Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery, 7500 mAh (633-75) - AC-DC Adapter (40-187-R) - Automotive Power Adapter, 12 VDC, 60 W (806-141-R) - USB A/5-pin mini-B Cable, 10 ft/305 cm (3-2000-1498) ## Product Core & Specifications Specification Value Cable and Antenna Analyzer Frequency Range 2 MHz to 4 GHz Frequency Accuracy ≤ ± 2.5 ppm @ 25 °C Frequency Resolution 1 kHz (RF immunity low), 100 kHz (RF immunity high) Output Power High 0 dBm, typical Output Power Low –30 dBm, typical Return Loss Measurement Range 0 dB to 60 dB, 0.01 dB resolution VSWR Measurement Range 1:1 to 65:1, 0.01 resolution Cable Loss Measurement Range 0 dB to 30 dB, 0.01 dB resolution 1-Port Phase Range –180° to +180°, 0.01° resolution Directivity (Corrected) \> 42 dB OSL Cal; > 38 dB InstaCal Spectrum Analyzer Frequency Range 9 kHz to 4 GHz Tuning Resolution 1 Hz Frequency Reference Aging: ± 1.0 ppm/year; Accuracy: ± 1.5 ppm (25 °C ± 25 °C) + aging, < ± 50 ppb with GPS On Frequency Span 10 Hz to 4 GHz including zero span Sweep Time Minimum 100 ms, 10 µs to 600 s in zero span Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) 1 Hz to 3 MHz in 1–3 sequence ± 10% (1 MHz max in zero-span) Video Bandwidth (VBW) 1 Hz to 3 MHz in 1–3 sequence SSB Phase Noise @ 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset –100 dBc/Hz (–110 dBc/Hz typ.) Dynamic Range \> 102 dB (2.4 GHz), 2/3 (TOI-DANL) in 1 Hz RBW Measurement Range DANL to +26 dBm (≥ 50 MHz); DANL to 0 dBm (< 50 MHz) Reference Level Range –120 dBm to +30 dBm Maximum Continuous Input Power +30 dBm Attenuator Range 0 dB to 55 dB in 5 dB steps DANL (10 MHz to 2.4 GHz, Preamp On, max) –157 dBm (–162 dBm typ.) DANL (> 2.4 GHz to 4 GHz, Preamp On, max) –154 dBm (–159 dBm typ.) Amplitude Accuracy (100 kHz to 4.0 GHz) ± 1.25 dB (± 0.5 dB typical) Power Meter Frequency Range 10 MHz to 4 GHz Span 1 kHz to 100 MHz Display Range –140 dBm to +30 dBm, ≤ 40 dB span Measurement Range –120 dBm to +26 dBm Offset Range 0 dB to +100 dB VSWR 2:1 typical General Display 8.4 in daylight viewable color LCD, Resistive Touchscreen, 800 x 600 Battery Li-Ion, 7500 mAh, 3.0 hours typical operation Operating Temperature –10 °C to +55 °C Storage Temperature –40 °C to +71 °C Maximum Humidity 95 % RH (non-condensing) at 40 °C Altitude 4600 m, operating and non-operating RF In Connector Type N, female, 50 Ω RF Out Connector Type N, female, 50 Ω RF Input Damage Level +33 dBm peak, ± 50 VDC (with ≥ 10 dB attenuation) Size (W x H x D) 273 mm x 199 mm x 91 mm (10.7 in x 7.8 in x 3.6 in) Weight 3.71 kg (8.2 lb) Warranty Standard three-year warranty; One-year warranty on battery Calibration Cycle 12 months recommended **Important:** Maximum continuous RF input power: +30 dBm. RF Input damage level: +33 dBm peak, ±50 VDC (requires ≥10 dB attenuation at maximum continuous input).**Important:** GPS Receiver (Option 31) requires a GPS antenna, which is sold separately.**Important:** EMF Measurements (Option 444) require an Anritsu Isotropic Antenna, sold separately.**Important:** High-Accuracy Power Meter (Option 19) requires an external USB Power Sensor, sold separately.**Important:** CW Signal Generator (Option 28) requires the CW Signal Generator Kit, P/N 69793, sold separately.**Important:** Recommended calibration cycle is 12 months.**Important:** Maximum Continuous Input Power to the Spectrum Analyzer RF In port is +30 dBm; RF Input Damage Level is +33 dBm peak, +/- 50 VDC (with >= 10 dB attenuation).Recommended pairing: when operating the Cell Master with an external USB power sensor for High Accuracy Power Meter measurements (Option 19), use an Anritsu MA24105A, MA24106A, MA24108A/18A/26A, or MA24208A/18A sensor as called out in the datasheet's power sensor compatibility table. ## 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 - **Vendor:** Anritsu - **Type:** Spec An - **Tags:** Analyzers, Anritsu, Cable and Antenna, Manufacturers, product_manual_group_2, Product_used ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | Default Title | 0.00 USD | In stock | ## Images - Anritsu MT8212E Cell Master Compact Handheld Base Station Analyzer, 4 GHz (Pre-Owned) --- > Source: [ValueTronics](https://valuetronics.com/products/mt8212e-anritsu-cable-and-antenna-used) > Updated: 2026-05-30