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The Spectrum Master MS2726C is a high performance handheld spectrum analyzer covering 9 kHz to 43 GHz (tunable to 0 Hz), built to deliver the performance needed for demanding measurements in harsh RF and physical environments. In a portable 315 mm x 211 mm x 77 mm chassis weighing 3.8 kg (8.5 lb), it brings spectrum and interference analysis to the field while retaining the measurement capability associated with bench-class instruments.
A spectrum analyzer displays the amplitude of signals across a span of frequencies, letting an engineer see where energy sits in the spectrum and how it behaves over time. The MS2726C is positioned for spectrum monitoring, broadcast proofing, interference analysis, RF and microwave measurements, regulatory compliance, and Wi-Fi and wireless network measurements, making it suited to wireless professionals who need fast and reliable results away from the bench.
ValueTronics stocks and holds its own inventory in a 20,000 sq ft secure warehouse at 1675 Cambridge Drive in Elgin, Illinois, which lets us move quickly on quotes and shipments and stand behind what we sell. Every used unit is inspected and functionally verified in-house before it ships, while new units ship factory-sealed exactly as received from the manufacturer.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency | |
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 43 GHz (tunable to 0 Hz), Preamp 100 kHz to 43 GHz |
| Tuning Resolution | 1 Hz |
| Frequency Reference Aging | ±1.0 ppm/10 years |
| Frequency Reference Accuracy | ±0.3 ppm (25 °C ±25 °C) + aging |
| Auto-sensing External Frequency Reference | 1, 1.2288, 1.544, 2.048, 2.4576, 4.8, 4.9152, 5, 9.8304, 10, 13, 19.6608 MHz |
| Frequency Span | 10 Hz to 43 GHz including zero span |
| Sweep Time | 10 µs to 600 seconds in zero span |
| Sweep Time Accuracy | ±2 % in zero span |
| Bandwidth (Performance Sweep Mode) | |
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) | 1 Hz to 10 MHz in 1–3 sequence ±10 % (–3 dB bandwidth) |
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) | 1 Hz to 10 MHz in 1–3 sequence (–3 dB bandwidth) |
| RBW with Quasi-Peak Detection | 200 Hz, 9 kHz, 120 kHz (–6 dB bandwidth) |
| VBW with Quasi-Peak Detection | Auto VBW is On, RBW/VBW = 1 |
| Spectral Purity | |
| SSB Phase Noise at 1 GHz @ 10 kHz offset | –100 dBc/Hz (–104 dBc/Hz typical) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 1 GHz @ 100 kHz offset | –102 dBc/Hz (–107 dBc/Hz typical) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 1 GHz @ 1 MHz offset | –107 dBc/Hz (–114 dBc/Hz typical) |
| SSB Phase Noise at 1 GHz @ 10 MHz offset | –120 dBc/Hz (–129 dBc/Hz typical) |
| Amplitude Ranges | |
| Dynamic Range | > 104 dB @ 2.4 GHz, 2/3 (TOI-DANL) in 1 Hz RBW |
| Measurement Range | DANL to +30 dBm |
| Display Range | 1 to 15 dB/div in 1 dB steps, ten divisions displayed |
| Reference Level Range | –150 dBm to +30 dBm |
| Attenuator Resolution | 0 to 65 dB, 5 dB steps |
| Amplitude Units | Log Scale: dBm, dBV, dBmv, dBµV; Linear Scale: nV, µV, mV, V, kV, nW, µW, mW, W, kW |
| Maximum Continuous Input | +30 dBm Peak, ±50 VDC (≥10 dB Attn); +23 dBm Peak, ±50 VDC (< 10 dB Attn); +13 dBm Peak, ±50 VDC (Preamp On) |
| Amplitude Accuracy (single sine wave input < Ref level, > DANL, auto attenuation, Performance Sweep Mode) | |
| 20 °C to 30 °C after 30 minute warm-up | Typical: ±0.5 dB, 100 kHz to 40 GHz; Maximum: ±1.3 dB, 100 kHz to 13 GHz; Add ±1.0 dB, 13 GHz to 40 GHz |
| –10 °C to 50 °C after 60 minute warm-up | Add ±1.0 dB, 100 kHz to 32 GHz; Add ±2.0 dB, 32 GHz to 40 GHz |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) in 1 Hz RBW, 0 dB attenuation | |
| 10 MHz to 4 GHz | Preamp Off: –141 dBm; Preamp On: –160 dBm |
| > 4 GHz to 9 GHz | Preamp Off: –134 dBm; Preamp On: –156 dBm |
| > 9 GHz to 13 GHz | Preamp Off: –129 dBm; Preamp On: –152 dBm |
| > 13 GHz to 20 GHz | Preamp Off: –123 dBm; Preamp On: –145 dBm |
| > 20 to 32 GHz | Preamp Off: –134 dBm; Preamp On: –154 dBm |
| > 32 GHz to 40 GHz | Preamp Off: –127 dBm; Preamp On: –147 dBm |
| Third-Order Intercept (TOI) (–20 dBm tones 100 kHz apart, –20 dBm Ref level, 0 dB input attenuation, Preamp Off) | |
| 2.4 GHz | +15 dBm |
| 50 MHz to 20 GHz | +20 dBm typical |
| 20 GHz to 32 GHz | +15 dBm typical |
| 32 GHz to 43 GHz | +20 dBm typical |
| P1 dB | |
| < 4 GHz | +5 dBm typical |
| 4 GHz to 20 GHz | +12 dBm typical |
| 20 GHz to 32 GHz | +7 dBm typical |
| 32 GHz to 43 GHz | +12 dBm typical |
| Second Harmonic Distortion | |
| 50 MHz | –54 dBc |
| < 4 GHz | –60 dBc typical |
| > 4 GHz | –75 dBc typical |
| Residual Spurs | |
| Preamp Off (RF input terminated) | –90 dBm 9 kHz to 13 GHz; –85 dBm 13 GHz to 20 GHz; –80 dBm 20 GHz to 43 GHz |
| Preamp On (RF input terminated) | –100 dBm 1 MHz to 32 GHz; –95 dBm 32 GHz to 43 GHz |
| Input-Related Spurs (–30 dBm input, span < 1.7 GHz) | –60 dBc, –70 dBc typical |
| VSWR (> 10 dB input attenuation) | |
| < 20 GHz | 1.5:1 typical |
| > 20 GHz to 43 GHz | 2.0:1 typical |
| Memory | |
| Internal Trace/Setup Memory | > 13,000 traces |
| External Trace/Setup Memory | Limited by size of USB Flash drive |
| Connectors | |
| RF In | Type K, male, 50 Ω, Maximum Input +30 dBm, ±50 VDC |
| GPS | SMA Female |
| External Power | 5.5 mm barrel connector, 12 to 15 VDC, < 5.0 Amps |
| LAN Connection | RJ48C, 10/100 Mbps |
| USB Interface (2) | Type A, Connect Flash Drive and Power Sensor |
| USB Interface | 5-pin mini-B, Connect to PC for data transfer |
| Headset Jack | 2.5 mm 3-wire headset jack |
| External Reference In | BNC, female, 50 Ω, Maximum Input –10 dBm to +10 dBm |
| External Reference Out | BNC, female, 50 Ω, 10 MHz |
| External Trigger | BNC, female, 50 Ω, Maximum Input ±5 VDC |
| IF Out | BNC, female, 50 Ω, 140 MHz |
| Display | |
| Size | 8.4 in |
| Resolution | 800 x 600 |
| Battery | |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Battery Operation | 2.5 hours, typical |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility | |
| European Union | CE Mark, EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC |
| Australia and New Zealand | C-tick N274 |
| Interference | EN 61326-1 |
| Emissions | EN 55011 |
| Immunity | EN 61000-4-2/-3/-4/-5/-6/-11 |
| Safety | |
| Safety Class | EN 61010-1 Class 1 |
| Product Safety | IEC 60950-1 when used with Company supplied Power Supply |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | –10 °C to 55 °C |
| Maximum Humidity | 85 % |
| Shock | MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 |
| Storage | –51 °C to 71 °C |
| Altitude | 4600 meters, operating and non-operating |
| Size and Weight | |
| Size | 315 mm x 211 mm x 77 mm (12.4 in x 8.3 in x 3.0 in) |
| Weight | 3.8 kg (8.5 lb) |
Important: Maximum continuous input: +30 dBm peak, +-50 VDC (>=10 dB attenuation); +13 dBm peak with preamp on.
Important: High Accuracy Power Meter (Option 19) requires an external USB Power Sensor, which is not included with the base unit and must be ordered separately (e.g., PSN50, MA24105A, MA24106A, MA24108A, MA24118A, or MA24126A).
Important: GPS Receiver (Option 31) requires a GPS antenna ordered separately (P/N 2000-1528-R or 2000-1652-R); Anritsu GPS antennas 2000-1528-R and 2000-1652-R require 5 VDC.
Important: Secure Data Operation (Option 7): once configured for secure data operation, the Spectrum Master cannot be switched between secure and non-secure operation by the user.
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.
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.
Model No
Anritsu
Condition
Pre-Owned
Manufacturer
Anritsu
Spec_ana_freq
9 kHz to 43 GHz
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