# Advantest R3463 3 GHz Modulation Spectrum Analyzer (Pre-Owned) # Advantest R3463 3 GHz Modulation Spectrum Analyzer (Pre-Owned) ## Key Features At A Glance - Frequency coverage from 9 kHz to 3 GHz or 8 GHz depending on model across the series - Dual-mode operation: CW spectrum analyzer mode plus TRANSIENT digital transmission tester mode - Built-in digital modulation analysis (π/4QPSK for PHS, PDC, NADC) provided as standard - STD mode auto-sets PHS, PDC and NADC parameters (GSM/DCS1800/DCS1900/DECT/CDMA optional) - GPIB (IEEE-488), RS-232C and parallel I/O interfaces standard on the rear panel - 6.5-inch TFT color LCD with menu-driven ‘one key solutions’ operation - Compact, lightweight (about 17 kg) with 2-slot memory card drive (JEIDA Ver. 4.2/PCMCIA 2.1) - DDS high-speed settling synthesizer for fast narrow-band sweep measurement The R3465 and R3463 are modulation spectrum analyzers built for testing digital mobile communication systems. Beyond the functions of a conventional spectrum analyzer, they add functions for analyzing digitally modulated signals such as modulation accuracy and transmission speed. Built-in digital modulation analysis is provided as standard, and a menu-driven ‘one key solutions’ design lets the operator start a basic measurement or analysis simply by selecting the desired item, with independent keys for STD mode that automatically sets standard parameters and for OBW, ACP and harmonic distortion measurement. These instruments provide total support for digital mobile communication equipment in applications ranging from radio systems development to production line adjustment and testing. In STD mode, the otherwise cumbersome parameter settings required for digital radio standards such as PHS, PDC and NADC are set automatically for each measurement item. Standard NADC (IS-55) measurements include frequency stability, transient transmission characteristics, RF power output, power transition time, carrier on-state, modulation accuracy, adjacent channel leakage power, out-of-band power due to switching, and conducted and radiated spurious emissions. ValueTronics stocks and holds its own inventory in a 20,000 square-foot secure warehouse at 1675 Cambridge Drive in Elgin, Illinois, so the instruments you order are kept on hand by our own team rather than sourced on demand. Every used unit is inspected and functionally verified in-house by qualified technicians before it ships, while new units ship factory-sealed exactly as received from the manufacturer. ## Compare Other Models in This Series The R3465 and R3463 are modulation spectrum analyzers for digital mobile communications that share a common platform — dual-mode CW and TRANSIENT operation, built-in digital modulation analysis, menu-driven STD-mode parameter setting, and a 6.5-inch TFT color LCD — while differing in frequency coverage and option availability. The principal distinction is frequency range: the R3465 reaches 8 GHz and the R3463 reaches 3 GHz. The R3465 also incorporates a built-in YIG synchronous preselector across 1.7 to 8 GHz, and a number of the digital-standard analysis options can be configured on the R3465 only. Each model below links to its own dedicated product page with condition-matched pricing for the pre-owned unit you select, so you can compare the R3465 and R3463 and choose the model and configuration that fit your measurement requirements. The R3465 differentiates itself within the family with frequency coverage to 8 GHz, a built-in YIG synchronous preselector from 1.7 to 8 GHz, and a specified 90 dBc dynamic range for high-frequency measurement; several digital-standard options are noted as settable on the R3465 only. As shown in the comparison table, the R3465 covers 9 kHz to 8 GHz while the R3463 covers 9 kHz to 3 GHz, and the R3465 weighs 17 kg maximum versus 16.5 kg for the R3463. The R3465 adds the 1.7-to-8 GHz built-in preselector and its associated 90 dBc dynamic-range capability that the 3 GHz model does not list. Option availability also differs between the two: several digital-standard analysis options — including the GSM, DECT and related Tx-analysis options and the high-stability crystal option — are marked as R3465-only in the options table, so verify each option against the specific model before ordering rather than assuming parity across the family. Model Frequency Range Resolution Bandwidth (3 dB) Built-in Preselector **R3463** 9 kHz to 3 GHz 300 Hz to 3 MHz, 5 MHz (1, 3, 10 sequence) — R3465 9 kHz to 8 GHz 300 Hz to 3 MHz, 5 MHz (1, 3, 10 sequence) YIG synchronous preselector, 1.7 to 8 GHz Additional differences in specifications beyond the few shown above are not listed here — see each model's full specifications below. ## Accessories Supplied - Power cable: A01412 - Input cable: MC-61 - Converter adapter: JUG-201 A/U - Power fuse: 21806.3 (6.3 A) ## Product Core & Specifications Specification Value Measuring Functions CW mode Spectrum measurement, OBW, ACP, HARM measurement Transient mode Time domain measurement, Digital modulation analysis Frequency Frequency range 9 kHz to 8 GHz (R3465); 9 kHz to 3 GHz (R3463) Built-in preselector YIG synchronous preselector at 1.7 to 8 GHz (R3465) Frequency reading accuracy (start, stop, center, marker) ±(frequency read × frequency reference accuracy + span × span accuracy + 0.15 × RBW + 10 Hz) Marker frequency counter resolution 1 Hz to 1 kHz Marker frequency counter accuracy (S/N ≥ 25 dB) ±(marker frequency × frequency reference accuracy + 5 Hz + 1 LSD) Delta counter ±(∆ frequency × frequency reference accuracy + 10 Hz + 2 LSD) Frequency reference accuracy ± 2 × 10⁻⁸/day, ± 1 × 10⁻⁷/year; ± 5 × 10⁻⁹/day (OPT. 21) Residual FM (zero span) <3 Hz × Np-p/0.1 s Drift (after 1 hour warm-up, span ≤ 5 MHz) <20 Hz × (sweep time (minutes)) Spectral purity <-100 dBc/Hz (10 kHz offset); <-110 dBc/Hz (100 kHz offset) Frequency span, linear span range 2 kHz to 8 GHz, zero span Frequency span accuracy ± 4% (span > 5 MHz); ± 1% (span ≤ 5 MHz) Resolution bandwidth (3 dB) range 300 Hz to 3 MHz, 5 MHz (1, 3, 10 sequence) RBW accuracy ± 20% (RBW 1 kHz to 1 MHz); ± 30% (RBW 300 Hz, 3 MHz, 5 MHz) RBW selectivity <15:1 (300 Hz to 5 MHz) Video bandwidth range 1 Hz to 3 MHz, 5 MHz (1, 3, 10 sequence) Sweep time (CW mode, spectrum measurement) 50 ms to 1000 s Sweep time accuracy ± 5% Sweep trigger Free run, line, single, video, external Trace speed 10 times/sec Gated sweep gate position/resolution 1 µs to 65 ms / 1 µs Gated sweep gate width/resolution 2 µs to 65 ms / 1 µs Gated sweep trigger Internal IF detection, external Amplitude Measurement range +30 dBm to avg. display noise level Maximum safe input, avg. continuous power (input ATT ≥ 10 dB) +30 dBm (1 W) Maximum safe input, DC 0 V Display range 10 × 10 div; Log 10, 5, 2, 1, 0.5/div; Linear 10% of reference range/div Reference level range, Log \-105 dBm to +60 dBm (0.1 dB steps) Reference level range, Linear 1.25 µV to 223 V (approx. 1% of full-scale steps) Input attenuator range 0 to 70 dB (10 dB steps) 1 dB gain compression (>10 MHz) \-5 dBm (input mixer level) Dynamic Range — Average display noise level (RBW 1 kHz, 0 dB input atten, VBW 1 Hz) 10 kHz \-70 dBm 100 kHz \-80 dBm 1 MHz to 3.0 GHz \-{115 - 1.55 × f (GHz)} dBm 1.7 to 7.0 GHz \-115 dBm 6.9 to 8.0 GHz \-115 dBm Dynamic Range — Distortion & Spurious Second harmonic distortion, 10 MHz to 3.0 GHz (mixer -30 dBm) <-70 dBc Second harmonic distortion, >1.7 GHz (mixer -10 dBm) <-90 dBc Third order distortion, 10 MHz to 3.0 GHz (mixer -30 dBm) <-75 dBc Third order distortion, >1.7 GHz (mixer -30 dBm) <-75 dBc Image/multiple out of band response, 10 MHz to 8 GHz <-70 dBc Residual response, 1 MHz to 3.0 GHz (no input, ATT 0 dB, 50 Ω termination) <-100 dBm Residual response, 300 kHz to 8 GHz <-90 dBm Amplitude Accuracy Frequency response, in-band flatness / band switching error (10 dB input ATT) ± 3 dB (9 kHz to 8.0 GHz) Frequency response, 9 kHz to 3.0 GHz ± 1.5 dB Frequency response, 50 MHz to 3.0 GHz ± 1.0 dB Frequency response, 1.7 to 7.0 GHz ± 1.5 dB Frequency response, 6.9 to 8.0 GHz ± 1.5 dB Calibration signal accuracy (30 MHz) \-10 dBm ± 0.3 dB IF gain uncertainty (15 to 35°C) < +0.3 dB IF gain uncertainty (0 to 50°C) < +0.5 dB Scale display accuracy, Log (15 to 35°C) ± 0.2/1 dB, ± 1/10 dB, ± 1.5/80 dB Scale display accuracy, Log (0 to 50°C) ± 0.3/1 dB, ± 1.2/10 dB, ± 1.5/80 dB Scale display accuracy, Linear (15 to 35°C) ± 15% of reference level (within 8 div) Scale display accuracy, Linear (0 to 50°C) ± 20% (within 8 div) Input attenuator switching error (10 dB reference, 20 to 70 dB) ± 1.1 dB/10 dB steps, maximum 2.0 dB Pulse quantization error, Log 1.2 dBp-p (RBW ≤ 1 MHz); 3 dBp-p (RBW = 3 MHz) Pulse quantization error, Linear 4% of reference level (RBW ≤ 1 MHz); 12% of reference level (RBW = 3 MHz) Time Domain Measurement Amplitude resolution 12 bits Sweep time 50 µs to 2 s Trigger Free run, single, video, IF detection, external Hold time 200 ns to 650 ms Analog Demodulation Modulation type AM and FM Audio output Internal speaker, earphone jack, adjustable volume > **Important:** Maximum safe input: +30 dBm (1 W) average continuous power (input ATT ≥ 10 dB); DC input 0 V. > **Important:** The GSM Only, DECT Only and GSM/DECT Only options (Options 56, 57, 58): When this option is mounted, functions for measuring PHS, PDC and NADC standards are not available. > **Important:** Options 15, 21, 51, 52, 56, 57, 58 and 77 can only be set on the R3465. > **Important:** All application software requires the R3465/3463 program loader (Option 15) to be installed. > **Important:** GSM/DCS1800/DCS1900 measurement (Options 51, 56, 58) is available on the R3465 only; the GSM option's measurement range is to 3 GHz. > **Important:** For NADC radiated spurious emission measurement, a wideband antenna and a standard signal generator (SG) are required and are not supplied with the unit. > Usage tip: pair with the R3560 Test Receiver (Option 08 Rx Control) to add receiver-side testing for the TRx measurement setups named in the options and application-software lists. ## About this Pre-Owned unit This pre-owned unit is inspected and functionally verified in-house before it ships and is backed by our pre-owned warranty. To confirm its exact condition, firmware revision, installed options, or included accessories for your application before ordering, contact our Test Architects. - 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). ValueTronics supplies both new and used test and measurement equipment. New units ship factory-sealed, exactly as received from the manufacturer; every used unit is inspected and functionally verified in-house at our 20,000 sq ft secure facility in Elgin, Illinois before it ships. Our Test Architects can help you select the condition, calibration, and configuration that fit your application. **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 - 675.0 USD - **Vendor:** Advantest - **Type:** Spec An - **Tags:** Advantest, Analyzers, Manufacturers, product_manual_group_1, Product_used, Spectrum ## Variants | Variant | Price | Available | |---------|-------|-----------| | None | 0.00 USD | In stock | | NIST Traceable | 525.00 USD | In stock | | NIST Traceable with Full Data | 600.00 USD | In stock | | ISO IEC 17025 Accredited | 675.00 USD | In stock | ## Images - Advantest R3463 3 GHz Modulation Spectrum Analyzer (Pre-Owned) --- > Source: [ValueTronics](https://valuetronics.com/products/r3463-advantest-spectrum-analyzer-used) > Updated: 2026-06-27