Arinst SSA-TG R3 portable spectrum analyzer with tracking generator
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Frequency range 24 MHz - 12 GHz
Dynamic range 80 dB
Built-in tracking generator
Demodulation WFM/FM/AM
Scan speed up to 20 GHz/s
Frequency resolution 2.5 kHz
Arinst SSA-TG R3 – is a portable panoramic spectrum analyzer with a built-in tracking generator and demodulator, designed to display the spectral components of signals in the frequency range from 24 MHz to 12 GHz. High scanning speed makes it possible to detect impulse signals of digital communication standards: Wi-Fi, 2G, 3G, 4G, LTE, CDMA, DCS, GSM, GPRS, GLONASS, etc. The built-in tracking generator allows you to measure the frequency response of passive or active devices, such as filters, amplifiers. The WFM/FM/AM signal software demodulator is designed for listening to the air and tuning analog radio transmitters. Setting the regional coverage frequencies of cellular operators allows you to match the displayed signal with the corresponding operator.
A full description of all the functions of the analyzer is available at this link
For ease of operation, the built-in software of the device allows you to sign and highlight frequency ranges on the screen with color. For example, sign the names of radio stations, WiFi channels or frequency ranges of mobile operators.
For whom?
The spectrum analyzer ARINST SSA-TG R3 is designed primarily for field work, it has a small weight, size and low power consumption. With its help, service centers and repair teams can conduct RF analysis on the spot for commissioning or repair work. In addition, the spectrum analyzer is ideal for repair shops and radio amateurs.
With the help of the device, the following works can be performed:
- point the external antenna at the base station
- conduct an express analysis of the radio frequency environment
- check the correct operation of the cellular repeater
- repair and configure the repeater, generator, filter
- set up a radio transmitter with analog modulation
How does it work?
The device is built on the basis of superheterodyne conversion of the spectrum to a zero intermediate frequency, contains a high-performance microprocessor that performs digital signal processing. With its help, it was possible to achieve a high scanning speed of up to 20 GHz / s and a frequency resolution of up to 2.5 kHz, as well as implement software demodulation of analog signals. To expand the dynamic range of the input signals, the analyzer is equipped with a low-noise amplifier and a fixed attenuator. Built-in tracking generator with adjustable output power allows you to measure cables, filters, etc.
Advantages of the spectrum analyzer ARINST SSA-TG R3:
- color touch IPS display with a diagonal of 4 inches
- wide frequency range: 24 MHz to 12 GHz
- high scanning speed: up to 20 GHz/s
- built-in tracking generator
- WFM/FM/AM software demodulator
- built-in speaker
- 3.5mm audio jack for headphone connection
- full dynamic range including LNA and attenuator 125 dB
- display of regional frequency distributions
- customizable display themes
- charging from mini-USB or from an external power supply with a voltage of 7-24 V
- light weight and size: weight 400 g, dimensions 145x81x27 mm
- autonomous operation up to 4 hours
Restrictions
The spectrum analyzer Arinst SSA-TG R3 is not a measuring device, as it does not have an approved type of measuring instrument. Approval of the type of measuring instrument would negatively affect the availability and price of the device. Therefore, the spectrum analyzer from the official point of view is an indicator of the field. However, despite this, the device fully complies with all the declared technical characteristics. The analyzer is not a full-fledged classical spectrum analyzer, because it does not use the classical frequency conversion scheme for 100% suppression of the mirror channel. We use mathematical suppression of the mirror channel, which in some rare cases can lead to the appearance of "phantom" signals in the displayed signals.
| SPECIFICATIONS ARINST SSA-TG R3: | |
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| Frequency range | |
| Displayed frequency range1 | 24 MHz - 12 GHz |
| Measured frequency range | 24 MHz - 9 GHz |
| Maximum span | ~12 GHz |
| Reference oscillator TXCO GPS | 26 MHz |
| Frequency resolution | 25, 10, 5, 2.5 kHz |
| Noise floor2 | |
| in the band 24 MHz - 6.2 GHz | -110 dBm |
| in the band 6.2 GHz - 9 GHz | -100…-70 dBm |
| in the band 9 GHz - 12 GHz | -70 dBm |
| Scan options3 | |
| Maximum scan speed | 20 GHz/s |
| Minimum scanning time of the full frequency band is 12 GHz | 0.6 s |
| RF input | |
| Gain when the attenuator is turned on | -15 dB |
| Gain with a low-noise amplifier turned on | +15 dB |
| Wave impedance | 50 Ohm |
| SWR in the operating frequency range | < 2.0 |
| Maximum input power with attenuator and LNA off | 0 dBm |
| Maximum input power with attenuator on | +15 dBm |
| Maximum input power with LNA on | -15 dBm |
| Maximum DC input voltage | 25 V |
| Tracking generator | |
| Measurement modes | fixed, S21 |
| Normalized output power level in the band 24-6200 MHz | -8 dBm: - 29 dBm |
| Normalized output power level in the band 6200-9000 MHz | -14 dBm |
| Depth of power adjustment in the band 24-6200 MHz | 21 dB |
| Power control step in the band 24-6200 MHz | 3 dB |
| Demodulator | |
| Demodulation types | WFM, FM, AM |
| Functions | AGC, S-meter, squelch |
| Bandwidth for WFM | 400, 300, 200, 100 kHz |
| Bandwidth for FM, AM | 20, 10, 8, 6, 4 kHz |
| Audio output | 2W speaker, headphones |
| Display | |
| Screen type | touch resistive, IPS |
| Screen resolution | 800×480 |
| Graphs | spectrum, waterfall, S21 |
| Power | |
| Built-in battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Battery life | ~ 4 h |
| Battery charge time4 | ~ 3.5 h |
| PC connection interface | USB |
| External power supply | 7-24 V, 2 А |
| Operating temperature range | 0 … +40°С |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 145x81x27 mm |
| Weight | 0,4 kg |
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In the display range, the accuracy of the signals is not guaranteed.
- The noise floor is measured with the LNA on and a spectral resolution of 2.5 kHz
- Measurements are carried out in the “Speed” operating mode and a spectral resolution of 25 kHz
- The source must provide at least 7 watts of power.
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Equipment:
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Analyzer ARINST SSA-TG R3
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Battery (installed in the device)
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HF adapter to protect connectors from wear (2 pcs.)
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Cable mini-USB – USB 2.0
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Passport
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Package
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