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Test & Measurement Update
Date: 21 April, 2022
 
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Latest Test & Measurement News
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Rohde & Schwarz Introduces an Enhanced Dynamic RF Front End for the FSW Signal and Spectrum Analyzer

Rohde & Schwarz

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Keysight Introduces New Digital Wideband Transceiver Solution for RF Device Test and Measurement

Keysight Technologies

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FlexRadio Introduces FLEX-6400M Software Defined Radio Transceiver with Integrated Display

FlexRadio

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FCC Selects Anritsu Test Instruments to Conduct SAR and HAC Compliance Tests on 5G Mobile Devices

Anritsu

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Anritsu and MVG Introduce 6 GHz Wi-Fi 6E OTA Measurement Solution

Anritsu

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Aim-TTi Introduces Handheld RF Spectrum Analyzers from 1.3 to 2.7 GHz

Aim-TTi

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Teledyne SP Devices Introduces SSD Storage Solutions for High-Speed Recording with Peer-to-Peer Support

Teledyne SP Devices

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PCTEL's Public Safety Network Testing Solution Now Supports an Automated Uplink Testing Feature

PCTEL

Interesting T&M White Papers & Articles
Analyzing Automotive Radar Signals With an Oscilloscope - Rohde & Schwarz
Step-by-Step Noise Analysis Guide for Your Signal Chain - Analog Devices
5G Moves Forward and Brings New Test Challenges - Rohde & Schwarz
Software Defined Radio Use Case for Test & Measurement - Per Vices
EMC Immunity Multi-Tone: Testing, Theory, and Practice - AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation
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New Test & Measurement Products
RF Test Set
mmWave Antenna Array for Automotive Radar System Testing
RF Test Set  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S®QAT100 from Rohde & Schwarz is a mmWave Antenna Array for automotive radar testing systems that operate from 76 to 81 GHz. It has an electronically steerable frontend that enables realistic target generation. The antenna array has up to 2 x 96 individually switchable transmit antennas and can simulate up to 8 completely independent objects.
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Signal Generator
Non-PLL Based Signal Generator from 10 MHz to 3 GHz
Signal Generator  from Boonton

The SGX1003 from Boonton is an RF Signal Generator that operates from 10 MHz to 3.072 GHz. It has an output power range from -50 to +18 dBm and a switching speed of 200 µs. The generator has a phase noise of -116 dBc/Hz at 6 GHz (10 kHz offset) and a jitter of less than 100 fs. It utilizes a unique non-PLL (phase-locked loop) design with a digital front-end and direct, proprietary back end.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
High-Performance RF Spectrum and Signal Analyzer
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Calian

The Decimator D4 from Calian is an RF Spectrum and Signal Analyzer that is designed for users with advanced spectrum monitoring and signal analysis requirements. It is available in Multiport, PCIe Card and Portable form factors and remotely monitors RF communications and detects signal issues. The analyzer can monitor up to 100 carriers within defined limits for power in a carrier and the presence of a carrier.
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Noise Source
Waveguide Noise Sources 26.5 to 110 GHz
Noise Source  from NoiseWave

The NW-W Series from NoiseWave are Noise Sources that operate from 26.5 to 110 GHz. They provide an excess noise ratio (ENR) of more than 15 dB and have VSWR of less than 1.6:1. These noise sources use millimeter wave noise diodes that are screened for superior noise characteristics, and a microstrip antenna approach which makes them more stable and significantly more reliable.
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Antenna Measurement System
Automotive Antenna Measurement and OTA Test System from 70 MHz to 10 GHz
Antenna Measurement System  from Microwave Vision Group

The SG 3000 from Microwave Vision Group is a Multi-Probe System for full-scale vehicle antenna measurements and OTA testing. It supports near-field/spherical technology testing from 70 MHz to 10 GHz. This test system can support 5G FR1 NSA and SA and C-V2X OTA measurements for automobiles in compliance with the 5GAA Vehicular Antenna Test Methodology (VATM) Standard, as well as the emerging UWB technology.
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Signal Generator
Rubidium Signal Generators from 9 kHz to 20/43.5 GHz
Signal Generator  from Anritsu

The Rubidium MG362x1A from Anritsu are RF/Microwave Signal Generators that operate from 9 kHz to 43.5 GHz. These Rubidium Signal Generators offer atomic clock frequency stability with an internal rubidium frequency reference option. Alternatively, customers can also get exceptional frequency stability by locking an internal oven-controlled crystal oscillator (OCXO) reference to an external GNSS/GPS signal. The exceptional frequency stability makes the generators ideal for Metrology and high-speed clock applications.
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Vector Network Analyzer
2-Port Vector Network Analyzer from 100 kHz to 18 GHz
Vector Network Analyzer  from Copper Mountain Technologies

The S5180B from Copper Mountain Technologies is a 2-Port Vector Network Analyzer that operates from 100 kHz to 18 GHz. It has a built-in pulse modulator, synchronizer, and a set of logical generators supporting various pulse generation options and corresponding measurement modes. This VNA supports 2 to 200,001 measurement points and has a dynamic range of 121 dB from 16 to 18 GHz.
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Vector Network Analyzer Extender
VNA Frequency Extender from 110 to 170 GHz
Vector Network Analyzer Extender  from Farran

The FEV-06-TR-0004 from Farran Technology is a Vector Network Analyzer Extender that upconverts an input frequency from 9.16 to 14.17 GHz to an output frequency from 110 to 170 GHz. It has an integrated variable attenuator that provides an attenuation of up to 25 dB and a 2-port controller that allows it to perform network analysis.
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Phase Noise Analyzer
10 MHz to 26 GHz Real-Time Phase Noise Analyzer
Phase Noise Analyzer  from Holzworth Instrumentation

The HA7062D from Holzworth is a real-time phase noise analysis system that operates from 10 MHz to 26 GHz (optional to 40 GHz). It provides measurement offsets from 0.1 Hz to 100 MHz. They use a pair of Holzworth HSX Series RF Synthesizers as the test system’s internal LOs. These ultra low noise RF sources not only complement the dual core FFT engine to provide one of the most advanced phase noise analyzers available, but they are also made available to the user at the front panel’s LO Output ports.
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RF Shielded Test Enclosure
Rackmount RF Shield Box for Wireless Device Testing up to 12 GHz
RF Shielded Test Enclosure  from RF Electronics

The HDRF-1724 from RF Electronics is an RF Shield Box that is designed for WLAN and wireless device testing up to 12 GHz. It has thick RF absorbing foam that deadens standing waves and reflections and provides high isolation. This shield box is equipped with shielded power filters for power connection in the box while still blocking all wireless signals.
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Antenna Positioner
High-Precision 3/6-Axis 3D Antenna Positioner
Antenna Positioner  from mmWave Test Solutions (mmWaveTest)

The DUO5.5 from mmWave Test Solutions is a high-precision positioner 3D Antenna Positioner for over-the-air antenna measurements. It can support DUTs with a width of up to 83 cm (32”) and a DUT weight of 18 kg. It includes features such as material transparency, the low placement of all metal parts, and all mechanical structures in PET and POM/Acetal.
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RF Distribution System
High-Precision Fully-Automatic 8 Channel Signal Source from 1.7 to 9.8 GHz
RF Distribution System  from Becker Nachrichtentechnik GmbH

The TSQA-1X8PMF from Becker RF is a Fully Automatic 8-Channel Signal Source that operates from 1700 to 9800 MHz. It has been developed for High-temperature Operating Life Time (HTOL) testing applications. The RF sub-system delivers an output power of 5 W per channel with a power accuracy of ±0.3 dB and provides output isolation of 80 dB between ports.
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RF Amplifier
1kW Solid-State Power Amplifier from 1 to 6 GHz for EMC Testing
RF Amplifier  from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation

The Model 1000S1G6C from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 1 to 6 GHz. It delivers a CW output power of up to 1000 W with a small signal gain of 66 dB. This SSPA has spurious levels of -73 dBc and harmonic distortion of -30 dBc. The low spurious levels and high linearity make it ideal for use as a driver amplifier in testing wireless and communication components and subsystems.
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Signal Generator
Phase-Coherent Multi-Channel Signal Generators from 300 kHz to 42 GHz
Signal Generator  from Berkeley Nucleonics Corp

The Model 855B Series from Berkeley Nucleonics are Phase-Coherent Multi-Channel RF/Microwave Signal Generators that operate from 300 kHz to 42 GHz. This series consists of 2/3/4/8 channel signal generators with each channel being fully independent to enable users to tune frequency, power, and phase independently. They have a switching time of 25 µs and a power range from -20 to +25 dBm.
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RF Probe
110 GHz Fine-Pitch Multi-Contact RF Probe Solution
RF Probe  from FormFactor Inc.

The InfinityQuad from FormFactor is an RF Probe solution that can measure signal paths up to 110 GHz. It is designed for repeatable and precise engineering and production of DC, logic, RF, and mmWave RFIC devices and provides wide bandwidth for RF/Microwave or high-speed digital connections. This RF probe can handle an RF power of up to 4 W.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer from 100 kHz to 43.5 GHz
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Signal Hound

The SM435B from Signal Hound is a real-time spectrum analyzer and monitoring receiver that operates from 100 kHz to 43.5 GHz. It has 160 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth, a dynamic range of 110 dB, 1 THz/sec sweep speed at 30 kHz RWB (using Nutwall windowing), and ultra-low phase noise. The low levels of phase noise rival some of the more expensive spectrum analyzers on the market.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Handheld RF Spectrum Analyzer from 1 MHz to 2.7 GHz
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Aim-TTi

The PSA2703 from Aim-TTi is a Handheld RF Spectrum Analyzer that operates from 1 MHz to 2.7 GHz. This analyzer provides RF service engineers with a cost-effective and highly portable tool that can be carried to areas that have traditionally been difficult to access with benchtop instruments. It has a noise level of -105 dBm and can measure amplitude in dBm, dBµV, mV, and µW.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Handheld Spectrum Analyzer from 16 to 26.5 GHz
RF Spectrum Analyzer  from SAF Tehnika

The J0SSAP53 from SAF is a Compact Handheld Spectrum Analyzer that operates from 6 to 20 GHz. It supports continuous and manual sweep functions and has a real-time bandwidth of up to 1 MHz. The analyzer has a frequency resolution of 100 kHz and an amplitude accuracy of ±1 dBm. It has been specifically designed to address the challenges faced in the field.
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Software
Electromagnetic Analysis Tool for Predicting Radar Cross Section
Software  from Remcom

XGtd from Remcom is a Ray-Based EM Simulation Software for assessing the effects of a vehicle or vessel on antenna radiation, predicting coupling between antennas and predicting radar cross section (RCS). It incorporates techniques including Geometric Optics (GO), the Uniform Theory of Diffraction (UTD), Physical Optics (PO), and the Method of Equivalent Currents (MEC).
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Signal Generator
Dual-Path Vector Signal Generator from 100 kHz to 44 GHz
Signal Generator  from Rohde & Schwarz

The R&S SMW200A from Rohde and Schwarz is a dual-path Vector Signal Generator that operates from 100 kHz to 44 GHz. It has a modular design that can be equipped with the exact options required for specific applications. This signal generator can be used in a number of configurations from a classic single-path vector signal generator to a multichannel MIMO receiver tester.
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Oscilloscope
4/6/8-Channel Touchscreen Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes with 2 GHz Bandwidth
Oscilloscope  from Tektronix, Inc.

The 5 Series MSO from Tektronix are Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes that have bandwidths up to 2 GHz. They are available with 4, 6, or 8 FlexChannel® inputs, each providing one analog signal that can be displayed as a waveform view, a spectral view, or both simultaneously. The oscilloscopes have a real-time sample rate of 6.25 GS/s.
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