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Spectrum Master
High Performance Handheld Spectrum Analyzer
MS2720T
9 kHz to 9 GHz, 13 GHz, 20 GHz, 32 GHz, 43 GHz

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Introduction

Overview

Introduction
Operating convenience is of paramount importance when
equipment is used in the field.
To achieve greater operating convenience several parameters
are tied to related parameters. The input attenuation value
by default is tied to the reference level, reducing the number
of parameters a field technician may have to set. Also the
RBW/VBW ratio and the span/RBW ratio default to values that
meet most user’s needs but can be changed by users to meet
specific needs, further easing the technician’s burden and
reducing the chances of errors.
Measurement flexibility is important for lab use. Resolution
bandwidth and video bandwidth can be independently set
to meet a user’s measurement needs. In addition the input
attenuator value can be set by the user and the preamplifier
can be turned on or off as needed.
For maximum flexibility, sweeping can be set to free run, or to
9 kHz to 43 GHz
MS2720T Option 0743 do a single sweep. In zero span, the sweep can free run, be set
to trigger when a signal meets or exceeds a certain power level
or it can be externally triggered. The span can be set anywhere
from 10 Hz to 9, 13, 20, 32 or 43 GHz in addition to zero span.
Continuous frequency coverage from 9 kHz to 43 GHz with
option 743 gives the wireless professional the performance you
need for the most demanding measurements.
Whether your need is for spectrum monitoring, hidden
signal detection, RF and microwave signal measurements,
microwave backhaul testing or cellular signal measurements,
the Spectrum Master family gives you the tools you need to
make the job easier and more productive. Improved phase
noise and faster sweep speeds earn this instrument a home
on the lab bench for general purpose spectrum analyzer
measurements.
The built-in AM/FM/SSB demodulator simplifies the job of
identifying interfering signals.
Tracking generator options covering 9 kHz to 9, 13 and 20 GHz
are available.
• Broadband preamplifiers over the whole frequency
Broadband Preamplifier from 0 to 43 GHz range for increased sensitivity of 14 dB
• Four Sweep Modes – Fast, Performance, No FFT and
Burst Detect
• Resolution Bandwidths from 1 Hz to 10 MHz
• New triggering choices including hysteresis, hold-off,
and delay
• More zero-span capabilities including 10 MHz
RBW & VBW
• Enhanced Spectrum Analyzer touch screen GUI
including a large marker display choice
• Choice of display options for readability – normal,
black and white, night vision, high contrast
• On-screen Interference Mapping as part of the
Interference Analysis option
• LTE Measurements up to 20 MHz Bandwidth
• 30 MHz wide Zero-Span IF Output at 140 MHz for
external demodulation or analysis of virtually any
wideband signal

Tracking generator in night-vision display mode

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Overview (continued)

The Spectrum Master MS2720T features over 30 analyzers in

one to meet virtually every measurement need. In addition to
spectrum analysis a user can select optional capabilities and
analyzers including:
• High Accuracy Power Meter
• Interference Analyzer
• Channel Scanner
• 30 MHz Wide Zero-Span IF Output at 140 MHz
• GPS Receiver
• Increase frequency accuracy, geo-tag data collection
• Secure data operation
• 3GPP Signal Analyzers
• TD and FD LTE
• GSM, W-CDMA/HSPA+, TD-SCDMA/HSPA+
• 3GPP2 Signal Analyzers CDMA and EV-DO
The MS2720T has a touch menu with user-defined shortcuts
• IEEE 802.16 Signal Analyzers
• Fixed WiMAX, Mobile WiMAX
• PIM Analyzer
• Coverage Mapping
Fast Sweep
The new fast sweep mode has the paradigm busting capability
to set resolution bandwidth from 10 MHz to 30 kHz with very
little effect on sweep speed. The sweep speed with a 30 kHz
bandwidth is about the same as it is when using a 10 MHz
RBW. You can now select your sensitivity without the need for
long sweep times.

Burst Detect
Being able to reliably detect bursty signals is vital in the efforts
to find intermittent or bursty emitters. Using burst detect,
emitters as narrow as 200 µs can be captured the first time,
every time.

Touch Screen
The MS2720T includes a touch screen user interface. On
the touch screen menu the user can add shortcut buttons
for any menu button or file on the instrument. Using this
The MS2720T is Anritsu’s fastest sweeping
handheld spectrum analyzer
capability, a setup file can be recalled with a single press of
the touch screen.

Tracking Generators
The 9 GHz, 13 GHz and 20 GHz instruments can be equipped
with a tracking generator that covers 9 kHz to the top
frequencies of the instruments. Power output is leveled and
adjustable from 0 dBm to -40 dBm in 0.1 dB steps over the full
temperature range of the instrument: -10 °C to +55 °C.

Finding Signals
Hidden transmitters can be challenging to find, especially
if they are operating at frequencies very near a high power
transmitter. With Spectrum Master you get the powerful
combination of low phase noise, wide RBW range down to 1 Hz,
and wide dynamic range. Even if a transmitter is hidden within
10 Hz of a strong AM carrier, it can be seen with Spectrum
Master. The trace display choices and detector choices combine
to make it easy to detect intermittent signals in the presence of
steady signals and burst detect makes direction finding bursty
signals easier than it has ever been.

Low Phase Noise and wide dynamic range leaves

no place to hide a transmitter

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Overview (continued)

Interference Analysis
Interference is an ever-growing concern for anyone who
transmits a signal over the air. Spectrum Master is ideally
suited for tracking down interference with its great lineup of
interference measuring capability. Spectrogram shows you
what is happening over time so spotting intermittent interferers
becomes easy. Signal strength measurement, coupled with a
directional antenna, makes finding rogue transmitters much
easier. You can even get an audio indicator of the strength of
the signal so you can find the transmitter without having to
watch the display.

Storage
Measurements, limit lines, JPEG screen shots and setup
files can be stored internally or to an external USB memory.
There is sufficient internal memory to store thousands of
spectrum analyzer traces. By using external USB memory,
tens of thousands of measurements, limit lines and setup files
or hundreds of JPEG screen shots can be saved and easily
Spectrogram in Interference Analysis option 25
transferred onto a computer.

Smart Measurements
The Spectrum Master family has dedicated routines for
one-button measurements of field strength, channel power,
occupied bandwidth, Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR) and
C/I. These are increasingly critical measurements for today’s
wireless communication systems. The simple interface for
these complex measurements significantly reduces test time
and increases analyzer usability.

Field Strength
By using an antenna for which antenna factors are known,
the instrument calculates the field strength either in dBm/m2,
dBV/m, volts/meter, Watts/m2, Watts/cm2, dBw/m2, A/m, or
dbA/m.

Occupied Bandwidth
This measurement determines the amount of spectrum used
by a modulated signal. You can choose between two different
methods of determining bandwidth: the percent of power
method or the “x” dB down method, where “x” can be from
1 dB to 100 dB down the skirts of the signal.
Built-in Occupied Bandwidth measurement
Channel Power
This smart measurement delivers the total power integrated
across a specified channel bandwidth. The user can enter
the center frequency and the channel width or it can be
automatically set by selecting a signal standard and channel
number in the frequency menu.

Adjacent Channel Power Ratio

A common transmitter measurement is that of adjacent
channel leakage power. This is the ratio of the amount of
leakage power in an adjacent channel to the total transmitted
power in the main channel, and is used to replace the
traditional two-tone intermodulation distortion (IMD) test for
system non-linear behavior.
The result of an ACPR measurement can be expressed either
as a power ratio or a power density. In order to calculate
the upper and lower adjacent channel values, the Spectrum
Master allows the adjustment of four parameters to meet
specific measurement needs: main channel center frequency,
measurement channel bandwidth, adjacent channel bandwidth
and channel spacing. When an air interface standard is
specified in the Spectrum Master, all these values are
Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR) is also built-in automatically set to the normal values for that standard.

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Overview (continued)

Carrier to Interference (C/I) Measurement

As more 802.11 access points are installed, there is an
increasing level of interference in the 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz
bands occupied by this service and other devices such as
cordless telephones. This measurement capability makes it
simple for an access point installer to determine if the level
of interference is sufficient to cause difficulty for users in the
intended service area, and can show the need to change to
another access channel. The wide frequency coverage of the
Spectrum Master makes this the only spectrum analyzer you
need to install and maintain 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g
wireless networks.

Emission Mask
A limit line can be used as a pass/fail emission mask. A table
shows for each segment of the emission mask if the signal
passed or failed for that segment. Peak markers can be turned
on to automatically show the highest signal in each segment of
the mask.
Emission Mask measurement shows pass/fail for every segment

AM/FM/SSB Demodulation
AM, narrowband FM, 25 kHz, 12.5 kHz and 6.25 kHz,
wideband FM and single sideband (both upper and lower) can
be demodulated to audio, all with proper de-emphasis. The
demodulated audio can be heard through the built-in speaker
or through a headset plugged into the 3.5 mm headset jack.
The signal to be demodulated can be anywhere in the
frequency range of the instrument and does not have to be
within the current sweep range of the instrument, nor is it tied
to a marker. The demodulation bandwidth is automatically set
for each modulation format to assure ease of operation. There
is no need to fuss with RBW and video filters to get proper
demodulation.

GPS
With GPS Option 31 the frequency accuracy is 25 ppb (parts
per billion) after achieving a GPS lock. After the GPS antenna
is disconnected, accuracy is maintained at 50 ppb or better for
up to three days. Also all saved measurements are GPS tagged
for exporting to maps when the instrument has a GPS fix. Two
GPS antennas are available, 2000-1528-R with a 15 foot cable
and 2000-1652-R with a 1 foot cable. Order the antenna or
GPS status indicator taken indoors antennas that meet your needs.

IQ Capture (Option 24)

Option 24, IQ Waveform Capture captures the raw data for the
user selected center frequency and for the duration of the user
selected capture length.

Mode Spectrum Analyzer

Capture Mode Single or Continuous
Trigger  ree Run, External
F
(Rising/Falling), Delay
Maximum Capture Length 800 ms
Maximum Sample Rate 40 MHz
Maximum Signal Bandwidth 32 MHz

Location and time stamp measurements with GPS, option 31

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
Power Meter High Accuracy Power Meter (Option 0019)

Power Meter Modes Power Sensors

The Spectrum Master offers an optional PSN50
High Accuracy RF Power Sensor
High Accuracy Power Meter (option 19)
50 MHz to 6 GHz
that uses external power sensors.
Type N(m), 50 Ω
Setting the transmitter output power of -30 dBm to +20 dBm
a base station properly is critical to the (.001 mW to 100 mW)
overall operation of a wireless network. True-RMS
A 1.5 dB change in power levels means a
15% change in coverage area. Too much MA24105A
power means overlapping coverage which Inline Peak Power Sensor
translates into cell-to-cell self-interference. 350 MHz to 4 GHz
Too little power, too little coverage, creates Type N(f), 50 Ω
island cells with non-overlapping cell +3 dBm to +51.76 dBm
USB Power Sensors
sites and reduced in-building coverage. (2 mW to 150 W)
High or low values will cause dead zones/ True-RMS
dropped calls, lower data rates/reduced
capacity near cell edges, and cell loading MA24106A
imbalances along with blocked calls. High Accuracy RF Power Sensor
50 MHz to 6 GHz
High Accuracy Power Meter (Option 19) Type N(m), 50 Ω
For the most accurate power measurement -40 dBm to +23 dBm
requirements select the high accuracy (0.1 µW to 200 mW)
measurement option with a choice of True-RMS
sensors with:
• Frequency ranges: MA24108A
10 MHz to 26 GHz Microwave USB Power Sensor
10 MHz to 8 GHz
• Power ranges:
Type N(m), 50 Ω
–40 dBm to +51.76 dBm
-40 dBm to +20 dBm
• Measurement uncertainties: (0.1 µW to 100 mW)
≤ ± 0.18 dB True-RMS
These sensors enable users to make Slot Power
High Accuracy Power, option 19, uses USB power accurate measurements for CW Burst Average Power
sensors for accurate measurements up to 26 GHz
and digitally modulated signals for
2G/3G and 4G wireless networks. MA24118A

The power sensor easily connects to the Microwave USB Power Sensor

Spectrum Master via a USB A/mini-B 10 MHz to 18 GHz

cable. An additional benefit of using the Type N(m), 50 Ω

USB connection is that a separate DC -40 dBm to +20 dBm

supply (or battery) is not needed since (0.1 µW to 100 mW)

the necessary power is supplied by the True-RMS

USB port. Slot Power

Burst Average Power
PC Power Meter
These power sensors can be used with a MA24126A
PC running Microsoft Windows® via USB. Microwave USB Power Sensor
They come with PowerXpert™ application, 10 MHz to 26 GHz
a data analysis and control software. The Type K(m), 50 Ω
application has abundant features, such as -40 dBm to +20 dBm
data logging, power versus time graph, big (0.1 µW to 100 mW)
numerical display, and many more, that True-RMS
enable quick and accurate measurements. Slot Power
Burst Average Power

PowerXpert on a PC uses the same

USB power sensors

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Coverage Mapping (Option 0431)

Coverage Mapping Coverage Mapping Measurements

There is a growing demand for low cost Spectrum Analyzer Mode
coverage mapping solutions. Anritsu’s ACPR
Coverage Mapping measurements option RSSI
provides wireless service providers, public
safety users, land mobile radio operators, Gated Sweep
and government officials with indoor and Mode
outdoor mapping capabilities. Spectrum Analyzer, Sweep
Trigger
Outdoor Mapping External TTL
With a GPS antenna connected to the Setup
instrument and a valid GPS signal, the Gated Sweep (On/Off)
instrument monitors RSSI and ACPR levels Gate Polarity (Rising, Falling)
Coverage Mapping outdoors automatically. Using a map created with Gate Delay (0 ms to 65 ms typical)
Map Master, the instrument displays maps, Gate Length (1 μs to 65 ms typical)
the location of the measurement, and a Zero Span Time
special color code for the power level.
The refresh rate can be set up in time
(1 sec, minimum) or distance. The overall
amplitude accuracy coupled with the GPS
update rate ensures accurate and reliable
mapping results.

Indoor Mapping
When there is no GPS signal valid, the
Spectrum Master uses a start-walk-stop
approach to record RSSI and ACPR levels.
You can set the update rate, start location,
and end location and the interpolated
Coverage Mapping indoors points will be displayed on the map.

Export KML Files

Save files as KML or JPEG. Open KML files
with Google Earth™. When opening up
a pin in Google Earth, center frequency,
detection method, measurement type, and
RBW are shown on screen.

Map Master™
The Map Master program creates
maps on your PC compatible with the
Spectrum Master. Maps are created by
typing in the address or by converting
existing JPEG, TIFF, BMP, GIF, and PNG
files to MAP files. Utilizing the built-in
Measurement results saved in KML format and zoom in and zoom out features, it is easy
displayed using Google Earth™ to create maps of the desired location on
your PC and transfer to the instrument
with a USB flash drive. Map Master also
includes a GPS editor for inputting latitude
and longitude information of maps from
different formats.

MapMaster™ or easyMap

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
AM/FM/PM Analyzer (Option 0509)

AM/FM/PM Analyzer
Spectrum Master comes with AM/FM/SSB audio demodulation
as standard. By adding Option 509, the instrument becomes
capable of measuring, analyzing, and displaying key
modulation parameters of the RF Spectrum, Audio Spectrum,
Audio Waveform and even includes a demodulation summary.
• The RF Spectrum View displays the spectrum analyzer
with carrier power, frequency, and occupied BW.
• Audio Spectrum shows the demodulated audio
spectrum along with the Rate, RMS deviation, Pk-Pk/2
deviation, SINAD, Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), and
Distortion/Total.
AM audio • An Audio Waveform oscilloscope display is included
with all three demodulation formats that shows the
time-domain demodulated waveform.
• The Demodulation Summary display shows all of the
RF and demodulation parameters for each modulation
format on one screen.
• Zero Span IF Output (Option 89) provides an IF
Output signal centered at 140 MHz with bandwidth
up to 32 MHz.
Secure Data Operation (Option 7)
For highly secure data handling requirements, this software
option prevents the storing of measurement setup or data
information onto any internal file storage location. Instead,
setup and measurement information is stored only to the
external USB memory location. A simple factory default reset
FM with sub carriers
prepares the Spectrum Master for transportation while the
USB memory remains behind in the secure environment. The
Spectrum Master cannot be switched between secure and
non-secure operation by the user once configured for secure
data operation.

Light Weight
Weighing about 3.8 kg (8.5 lb) fully loaded, including a Li-Ion
battery, this fully functional handheld spectrum analyzer is light
enough to take anywhere, including up a tower.

Demodulated audio waveform

Demodulation Summary

AM broadcast proofing

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
Introduction to Wireless Measurements

Wireless Measurements Signal Analyzers

The Spectrum Master features LTE FDD/TDD
Wireless Measurements for the major GSM/GPRS/EDGE
wireless standards around the world. W-CDMA/HSPA+
The Wireless Measurements are designed CDMA /EV-DO
to test and verify the following base Fixed and Mobile WiMAX
station transmitter performance: TD-SCDMA/HSPA+

• RF Quality
Typical Signal Analyzer Options
• Modulation Quality RF Measurements
• Downlink Coverage Demodulation
Over-the-Air Measurements
The goal of these tests is to improve
the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
LTE signal Signal Analyzer Features
associated with:
Measurement Summary Displays
• Call Drop Rate Pass/Fail Limit Testing
• Call Block Rate
• Call Denial Rate
By understanding which test to perform
on the Spectrum Master when the KPIs
degrade to an unacceptable level, a
technician can troubleshoot down to
the Field Replacement Unit (FRU) in the
base station’s transmitter chain. This
will minimize the problem of costly no
trouble founds (NTF) associated with card
swapping. This will allow you to have a
lower inventory of spare parts as they are
WiMAX signal
used more efficiently.

Troubleshooting Guides
The screen shots on this page are all
measurements made over-the-air with
the MS2720T on commercial base stations
carrying live traffic. To understand
when, where, how, and why you make
these measurements Anritsu publishes
Troubleshooting Guides which explain for
each measurement the:
• Guidelines for a good measurement
• Consequences of a poor measurement
• Common faults in a base station
Troubleshooting guide These Troubleshooting Guides for
Base Stations are one-page each per
Signal Analyzer. They are printed on tear-
resistant and smudge-resistant paper and
are designed to fit in the soft case of the
instrument for easy reference in the field.
They are complimentary and their part
numbers can be found in the ordering
information.
• LTE/TD-LTE Base Stations
• GSM/EDGE Base Stations
• W-CDMA/HSPA+ Base Stations
• CDMA Base Stations
• EV-DO Base Stations
GSM or CDMA signal • Fixed WiMAX Base Stations
• Mobile WiMAX Base Stations
• TD-SCDMA/HSPA+ Base Station

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 Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
GSM/GPRS/EDGE Measurements (Option 880)

3G and 4G Measurements RF Measurements

A full suite of 3G and 4G measurement Channel Spectrum
options is available for the MS2720T. Channel Power
You can equip your instrument with any Occupied Bandwidth
combination of LTE (FDD and TDD), Burst Power
GSM, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA, 1x & EVDO, Average Burst Power
W-CDMA, TD-SCDMA, HSPA+ and Frequency Error
WiMAX (Fixed and Mobile). Modulation Type
BSIC (NCC, BCC)
GSM/GPRS/EDGE Analyzers
Multi-channel Spectrum
The Spectrum Master features two
Power vs. Time (Frame/Slot)
GSM/GPRS/EDGE measurement modes.
Channel Power
• RF Measurements Occupied Bandwidth
RF Measurement – Occupied Bandwidth • Demodulation Burst Power
Excessive occupied bandwidth can create interference
with adjacent channels or be a sign of poor signal Average Burst Power
quality, leading to dropped calls.
The goal of these measurements is
Frequency Error
to increase data rate and capacity by
Modulation Type
accurate power settings, ensuring low
BSIC (NCC, BCC)
out-of-channel emissions, and good signal
quality. These attributes help to create a
Demodulation
low dropped call rate, a low blocked call
rate, and a good customer experience. Phase Error
EVM
Cell site technicians or RF engineers can Origin Offset
make measurements Over-the-Air (OTA) C/I
to spot-check a transmitter’s coverage Modulation Type
and signal quality without taking the cell Magnitude Error
site off-line. When the OTA test results BSIC (NCC, BCC)
are ambiguous one can directly connect
to the base station to check the signal
quality and transmitter power.
Demodulation – Error Vector Magnitude (EVM)
This is the single most important signal quality For easy identification of which cell you
measurement. Poor EVM leads to dropped calls, low are measuring the Base Station Identity
data rate, low sector capacity, and blocked calls.
Code (BSIC) gives the base station id,
the Network Color Code (NCC) identifies
the owner of the network, and the Base
Station Color Code (BCC) provides the
sector information.
Carrier-to-Interference (C/I)
C/I indicates the quality of the received
signal. It also can be used to identify
areas of poor signal quality. Low C/I
ratios will cause coverage issues including
dropped calls, blocked calls, and other
handset reception problems.
Phase Error
Phase Error is a measure of the phase
RF Measurement – Average Burst Power
High or low values will create larger areas of cell-to- difference between an ideal and actual
cell interference and create lower data rates near cell GMSK modulated voice signal. High phase
edges. Low values create dropouts and dead zones. error leads to dropped calls, blocked calls,
and missed handoffs.
Origin Offset
Origin Offset is a measure of the DC
power leaking through local oscillators and
mixers. A high Origin Offset will worsen
EVM and Phase Error measurements and
create higher dropped call rates.
Power versus Time (Slot and Frame)
Power versus Time (Slot and Frame)
should be used if the GSM base station
is setup to turn RF power off between
timeslots. When used OTA, this
measurement can also spot GSM signals
Pass/Fail Test from other cells. Violations of the mask
Set up common test limits, or sets of limits, for
each instrument. Inconsistent settings between base create dropped calls, low capacity, and
stations, leads to inconsistent network behavior. small service area issues.

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W-CDMA/HSPA+ Measurements (Option 881)

W-CDMA/HSPA+ Signal Analyzers RF Measurements

The Spectrum Master features three Band Spectrum
W-CDMA/HSPA+ measurement situations: Channel Spectrum
Channel Power
• RF Measurements Occupied Bandwidth
• Demodulation Peak-to-Average Power

• Over-the Air Measurements (OTA) Spectral Emission Mask

Single carrier ACLR
The goal of these measurements is Multi-carrier ACLR
to increase data rate and capacity by
accurate power settings, ensuring low Demodulation
out-of-channel emissions, and good signal Code Domain Power Graph
quality. These attributes help to create a P-CPICH Power
RF Measurements – Spectral Emissions Mask low dropped call rate, a low blocked call Channel Power
The 3GPP spectral emission mask is displayed. Failing rate, and a good customer experience. Noise Floor
this test leads to interference with neighboring carriers,
legal liability, and low signal quality.
Cell site technicians or RF engineers can EVM
make measurements Over-the-Air (OTA) Carrier Feed Through
to spot-check a transmitter’s coverage Peak Code Domain Error
and signal quality without taking the Node Carrier Frequency
B off-line. When the OTA test results are Frequency Error
ambiguous one can directly connect to the Control Channel Power
base station to check the signal quality Abs/Rel/Delta Power
and transmitter power. CPICH, P-CCPCH
S-CCPCH, PICH
Frequency Error
P-SCH, S-SCH
Frequency Error is a check to see that
HSPA+
the carrier frequency is precisely set.
Power vs. Time
The Spectrum Master can accurately
Constellation
measure Carrier Frequency Error OTA if
Code Domain Power Table
the instrument is GPS enabled or in GPS
Code, Status
holdover. Calls will drop when mobiles
Demodulation – Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) EVM, Modulation Type
This is the single most important signal quality
travel at higher speed. In some cases,
Power, Code Utilization
measurement. Poor EVM leads to dropped calls, low cell phones cannot hand off into, or
Power Amplifier Capacity
data rate, low sector capacity, and blocked calls. out of the cell.
Codogram

Peak Code Domain Error (PCDE)

Peak Code Domain Error is a measure of Over-the-Air (OTA) Measurements
the errors between one code channel and Scrambling Code Scanner (Six)
another. High PCDE causes dropped calls, Scrambling Codes
low signal quality, low data rate, low sector CPICH
capacity, and blocked calls. Ec/Io
Ec
Multipath Pilot Dominance
Multipath measurements show how OTA Total Power
many, how long, and how strong the Multipath Scanner (Six)
various radio signal paths are. Multipath Six Multipaths
signals outside tolerances set by the Tau
cell phone or other UE devices become Distance

Over-the-Air Measurements – Scrambling Codes interference. The primary issue is RSCP

Too many strong sectors at the same location creates co-channel interference leading to Relative Power
pilot pollution. This leads to low data rate, low dropped calls and low data rates. Multipath Power
capacity, and excessive soft handoffs.

Pass/Fail Mode
The Spectrum Master stores the five test
models covering all eleven test scenarios
specified in the 3GPP specification
(TS 25.141) for testing base station
performance and recalls these models for
quick easy measurements.

Pass/Fail Test
Set up common test limits, or sets of limits, for
each instrument. Inconsistent settings between base
stations, leads to inconsistent network behavior.

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TD-SCDMA/HSPA+ Measurements (Option 882)

TD-SCDMA/HSPA+ Measurements RF Measurements

The Spectrum Master features three Channel Spectrum
TD-SCDMA/HSPA+ measurement modes: Channel Power
Occupied Bandwidth
• RF Measurements Left Channel Power
• Demodulation Left Channel Occ B/W

• Over-the Air Measurements (OTA) Right Channel Power

Right Channel Occ B/W
The goal of these measurements is Power vs. Time
to increase data rate and capacity by Six Slot Powers
accurate power settings, ensuring low Channel Power (RRC)
out-of-channel emissions, and good signal DL-UL Delta Power
quality. These attributes help to create a UpPTS Power
RF Measurements – Spectral Emissions Mask low dropped call rate, a low blocked call DwPTS Power
The 3GPP spectral emission mask is displayed. Failing rate, and a good customer experience. On/Off Ratio
this test leads to interference with neighboring carriers,
legal liability, and low signal quality. Slot Peak-to-Average Power
Cell site technicians or RF engineers can
Spectral Emission
make measurements Over-the-Air (OTA)
RF Summary
to spot-check a transmitter’s coverage
and signal quality without taking the cell Demodulation
site off-line. When the OTA test results are Code Domain Power/Error
ambiguous one can directly connect to the (QPSK/8 PSK/16 QAM/64 QAM)
base station to check the signal quality Slot Power
and transmitter power. DwPTS Power

Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) is the ratio Noise Floor

of errors, or distortions, in the actual Frequency Error

signal, compared to a perfect signal. EVM Tau

faults will result in poor signal quality to Scrambling Code

all user equipment. In turn, this will result EVM

in extended hand off time, lower sector Peak EVM

capacity, and lower data rates, increasing Peak Code Domain Error
Modulation Quality – EVM
High or low values will create larger areas of cell-to- dropped and blocked calls. CDP Marker
cell interference and create lower data rates near cell Modulation Summary
edges. Low values affect in-building coverage.
Peak Code Domain Error (Peak CDE)
Peak CDE is the EVM of the worst code. Over-the-Air (OTA) Measurements
Code Domain displays show the traffic Code Scan (32)
in a specific time slot. Peak CDE faults Scrambling Code Group
will result in poor signal quality to all Tau
user equipment. In turn, this will result Ec/Io
in extended hand off time, lower sector DwPTS Power
capacity, and lower data rates. Pilot Dominance
Tau Scan (Six)
OTA Tau Scanner Ec/Io Sync-DL#
Ec/Io faults indicate excessive or Tau
inadequate coverage and lead to low Ec/Io
capacity, low data rates, extended DwPTS Power
handoffs, and excessive call drops. Pilot Dominance
Record
Over-the-Air Measurements – Sync Signal Power DwPTS OTA Power Mapping Run/Hold
Check for uneven amplitude of sub-carriers. Data will
DwPTS OTA Power when added to
be less reliable on weak sub-carriers, creating a lower
overall data rate. Ec/Io gives the absolute sync code power
Pass/Fail (User Editable)
which is often proportional to PCCPCH
Pass Fail All
(pilot) power. Use this to check and plot
Pass/Fail RF
coverage with GPS. Coverage plots can
Pass Fail Demod
be downloaded to PC based mapping
Measurements
programs for later analysis. Poor readings
Occupied Bandwidth
will lead to low capacity, low data rates,
Channel Power
excessive call drops and call blocking.
Channel Power RCC
On/Off Ratio
Peak-to-Average Ratio
Frequency Error
EVM
Peak EVM
Peak Code Domain Error
Tau
Pass/Fail Test
Set up common test limits, or sets of limits, for Carrier Feedthrough
each instrument. Inconsistent settings between base Noise Floor
stations, leads to inconsistent network behavior.

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 Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
LTE FDD/TDD Measurements (Option 883)

LTE FDD/TDD Signal Measurements RF Measurements

Channel Spectrum
The Spectrum Master features three LTE Channel Power
measurement modes: Occupied Bandwidth
Power vs. Time (TDD only)
• RF Measurements Frame View
• Modulation Measurements Sub-Frame View
Total Frame Power
• Over-the Air Measurements (OTA)
DwPTS Power
The goal of these measurements is Transmit Off Power
Cell ID
to increase data rate and capacity by
Timing Error
accurate power settings, ensuring low ACLR
out-of-channel emissions, and good signal Spectral Emission Mask
quality. These attributes help to create a Category A or B (Opt 1)
Modulation Quality – Power vs. Resource Block low dropped call rate, a low blocked call RF Summary
A high utilization of the Resource Blocks would indicate
a cell site in nearing overload and it may be appropri- rate, and a good customer experience. Modulation Measurements
ate to start planning for additional capacity. Power vs. Resource Block (RB)
Cell site technicians or RF engineers can RB Power (PDSCH)
make measurements Over-the-Air (OTA) Active RBs, Utilization %
to spot-check a transmitter’s coverage Channel Power, Cell ID
and signal quality without taking the cell Constellation
site off-line. When the OTA test results are QPSK, 16 QAM, 64 QAM
Modulation Results
ambiguous one can directly connect to the
Ref Signal Power (RS)
base station to check the signal quality
Sync Signal Power (SS)
and transmitter power. EVM – rms, peak, max hold
Frequency Error – Hz, ppm
Adjacent Channel Leakage Ratio (ACLR) Carrier Frequency
Adjacent Channel Leakage Ratio (ACLR) Cell ID
measures how much BTS signal gets into Control Channel Power
Bar Graph or Table View
neighboring RF channels. ACLR checks the
RS, P-SS, S-SS
closest (adjacent) and the second closest PBCH, PCFICH
(alternate) channels. Poor ACLR can lead PHICH, PDCCH (FDD only)
Modulation Quality – Control Channels
High values will create larger areas of cell-to-cell to interference with adjacent carriers Total Power (Table View)
interference and create lower data rates near cell and legal liability. It also can indicate Modulation Results
edges. Low values affect in-building coverage.
poor signal quality which leads to low Tx Time Alignment (FDD only)
throughput. Modulation Summary
Antenna Icons
Cell ID (Sector ID, Group ID) Detects active antennas (1 or 2)
Over-the-Air Measurements (OTA)
Cell ID indicates which base station is
Scanner - six strongest signals
being measured OTA. The strongest base
Cell ID (Group, Sector)
station at your current location is selected S-SS, RSRP, RSRQ, SINR
for measurement. Wrong values for Cell ID Dominance
lead to inability to register. If the cause is Modulation Results – On/Off
excessive overlapping coverage, it also will Tx Test
lead to poor EVM and low data rates. Scanner - three strongest signals
RS Power of MIMO antennas
Pass/Fail Test Cell ID, Average Power
Delta Power (Max-Min)
Set up common test limits, or sets of Graph of Antenna Power
limits, for each instrument. Inconsistent Modulation Results – On/Off
Over-the-Air Measurements – Tx Test
By looking at the reference signals of MIMO antennas settings between base stations, leads to Mapping
one can determine if MIMO is working properly. If the inconsistent network behavior. On-screen
delta power is too large, there is an issue. S-SS, RSRP, RSRQ, or SINR
EVM Pass/Fail (User Editable)
View Pass/Fail Limits
High values will create larger areas of All, RF, Modulation
cell-to-cell interference and create lower Available Measurements
data rates near cell edges. Channel Power
Occupied Bandwidth
Mapping ACLR
Frequency Error
On-screen mapping allows field technicians
Carrier Frequency
to quickly determine the downlink Dominance
coverage quality in a given geographic EVM peak, rms
location. Plot S-SS Power, RSRP, RSRQ or RS Power
SINR with five user definable thresholds. SS, P-SS, S-SS Power
All parameters are collected for the PBCH Power
three strongest signals and can be saved PCFICH Power
Cell, Group, Sector ID
as *.kml and *.mtd (tab delimited)
Over-the-Air On-screen Mapping Frame Power
With Map Master™ import map area on instrument for importing to third party mapping DwPTS Power
screen to drive test downlink coverage of S-SS Power, programs for further analysis. Transmit Off Power
RSRP, RSRQ, or SINR.
Timing Error

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 Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
CDMA/EV-DO Measurements (Option 884)

CDMA Measurements RF Measurements

The Spectrum Master features three Channel Spectrum
Channel Power
CDMA measurement modes:
Occupied Bandwidth
• RF Measurements Peak-to-Average Power
Spectral Emission Mask
• Demodulation Multi-carrier ACPR
• Over-the Air Measurements (OTA) Rf Summary
Demodulation
The goal of these measurements is
Code Domain Power Graph
to increase data rate and capacity by
Pilot Power
accurate power settings, ensuring low Channel Power
out-of-channel emissions, and good signal Noise Floor
quality. These attributes help to create a Rho
RF Measurements – Spectral Emissions Mask low dropped call rate, a low blocked call Carrier Feed Through
The 3GPP2 spectral emission mask is displayed. Failing rate, and a good customer experience. Tau
this test leads to interference with neighboring carriers, RMS Phase Error
legal liability, and low signal quality. Cell site technicians or RF engineers can Frequency Error
make measurements Over-the-Air (OTA) Abs/Rel/ Power
to spot-check a transmitter’s coverage Pilot
and signal quality without taking the cell Page
site off-line. When the OTA test results are Sync
Q Page
ambiguous one can directly connect to the
Code Domain Power Table
base station to check the signal quality
Code
and transmitter power. Status
Power
Adjacent Channel Power Ratio (ACPR) Multiple Codes
ACPR measures how much of the carrier Code Utilization
gets into neighboring RF channels. ACPR, Modulation Summary
and multi-channel ACPR, check the closest Over-the-Air (OTA) Measurements
(adjacent) and second closest (alternate) Pilot Scanner (Nine)
RF channels for single and multicarrier PN
Modulation Quality – EVM signals. High ACPR will create interference Ec/Io
High or low values will create larger areas of cell-to- for neighboring carriers. This is also an Tau
cell interference and create lower data rates near cell
edges. Low values affect in-building coverage. indication of low signal quality and low Pilot Power
capacity, which can lead to blocked calls. Channel Power
Pilot Dominance
RMS Phase Error Multipath Scanner (Six)
Ec/Io
RMS Phase Error is a measure of signal
Tau
distortion caused by frequency instability.
Channel Power
Any changes in the reference frequency Multipath Power
or the radio’s internal local oscillators will Limit Test – 10 Tests Averaged
cause problems with phase error. A high Rho
reading will cause dropped calls, low signal Adjusted Rho
quality, low data rate, low sector capacity, Multipath
and blocked calls. Pilot Dominance
Pilot Power
Noise Floor Pass/Fail Status
Noise Floor is the average level of the Pass/Fail (User Editable)
visible code domain noise floor. This will Measurements
Over-the-Air Measurements – Sync Signal Power affect Rho. A high noise floor will result in Channel Power
Check for uneven amplitude of sub-carriers. Data will
be less reliable on weak sub-carriers, creating a lower dropped calls, low signal quality, low data Occupied Bandwidth
overall data rate. rate, low sector capacity, and blocked calls. Peak-to-Average Power
Spectral Mask Test
Ec/Io Frequency Error
Ec/Io indicates the quality of the signal Channel Frequency
from each PN. Low Ec/Io leads to low data Pilot Power
rate and low capacity. Noise Floor
Rho
Carrier Feed Through
Tau
RMS Phase Error
Code Utilization
Measured PN
Pilot Dominance
Multipath Power

Pass/Fail Test
Set up common test limits, or sets of limits, for
each instrument. Inconsistent settings between base
stations, leads to inconsistent network behavior.

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 Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
CDMA/EV-DO Measurements (Option 884)

EV-DO Measurements RF Measurements

The Spectrum Master features three Channel Spectrum
EV-DO measurement modes: Channel Power
Occupied Bandwidth
• RF Measurements Peak-to-Average Power
• Demodulation Power vs. Time

• Over-the Air Measurements (OTA) Pilot & MAC Power

Channel Power
The goal of these measurements is Frequency Error
to increase data rate and capacity by Idle Activity
accurate power settings, ensuring low On/Off Ratio
out-of-channel emissions, and good signal Spectral Emission Mask
quality. These attributes help to create a Multi-carrier ACPR
RF Measurements – Pilot and MAC Power low dropped call rate, a low blocked call RF Summary
High values will create pilot pollution. High or low rate, and a good customer experience. Demodulation
values will cause dead spots/dropped calls and cell
loading imbalances/blocked calls.
Cell site technicians or RF engineers can MAC Code Domain Power Graph
make measurements Over-the-Air (OTA) Pilot & MAC Power
to spot-check a transmitter’s coverage Channel Power
and signal quality without taking the cell Frequency Error
site off-line. When the OTA test results are Rho Pilot
ambiguous one can directly connect to the Rho Overall
base station to check the signal quality Data Modulation
and transmitter power. Noise Floor
MAC Code Domain Power Table
Spectral Emission Mask (SEM) Code
SEM is a way to check out-of-channel Status
spurious emissions near the carrier. These Power
spurious emissions both indicate distortion Code Utilization
in the signal and can create interference Data Code Domain Power
with carriers in the adjacent channels. Active Data Power
Faults leads to interference and thus, lower Data Modulation
Demodulation – Frequency Error
Calls will drop when mobiles travel at higher speed. In
data rates for adjacent carriers. Faults Rho Pilot
some cases, cell phones cannot hand off into, or out of also may lead to legal liability and low Rho Overall
the cell, creating island cells. in-channel signal quality. Maximum Data CDP
Minimum Data CDP
Rho
Modulation Summary
Rho is a measure of modulation quality.
Over-the-Air (OTA) Measurements
Rho Pilot, Rho Mac, and Rho Data are the
Pilot Scanner (Nine)
primary signal quality tests for EV-DO
PN
base stations. Low Rho results in dropped
Ec/Io
calls, low signal quality, low data rate, low
Tau
sector capacity, and blocked calls. This is
Pilot Power
the single most important signal quality
Channel Power
measurement.
Pilot Dominance

PN Codes Mulitpath Scanner (Six)

PN Code overlap is checked by the pilot Ec/Io

scanner. Too many strong pilots create Tau

pilot pollution which results in low data Channel Power

Over-the-Air Measurements – Multipath
Too much Multipath from the selected PN Code is the rate, low capacity, and excessive soft Multipath Power
primary issue of co-channel interference leading to handoffs. Pass/Fail (User Editable)
dropped calls and low data rates. Measurements
Over-the-Air (OTA) Pilot Power Channel Power
OTA Pilot Power indicates signal strength. Occupied Bandwidth
Low OTA Pilot Power causes dropped calls, Peak-to-Average Power
low data rate, and low capacity. Carrier Frequency
Frequency Error
Spectral Mask
Noise Floor
Pilot Floor
RMS Phase Error
Tau
Code Utilization
Measured PN
Pilot Dominance
Multipath Power
Pass/Fail Test
Set up common test limits, or sets of limits, for
each instrument. Inconsistent settings between base
stations, leads to inconsistent network behavior.

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 Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
WiMAX Fixed/Mobile Measurements (Option 885)

WiMAX Fixed/Mobile Measurements RF Measurements

The Spectrum Master features two Channel Spectrum
Fixed WiMAX and three Mobile WiMAX Channel Power
measurement modes: Occupied Bandwidth
Power vs. Time
• RF Measurements Channel Power
• Demodulation (up to 10 MHz) Preamble Power

• Over-the Air Measurements (OTA) Downlink Burst Power (Mobile only)

(Mobile only) Uplink Burst Power (Mobile only)

Data Burst Power (Fixed only)
The goal of these measurements is
Crest Factor (Fixed only)
to increase data rate and capacity by
ACPR
accurate power settings, ensuring low
RF Summary
out-of-channel emissions, and good signal
RF Measurement – Preamble Power Demodulation (10 MHz maximum)
High or low values will create larger areas of cell-to- quality. These attributes help to create a
Constellation
cell interference and create lower data rates near cell low dropped call rate, a low blocked call
edges. Low values affect in-building coverage. RCE (RMS/Peak)
rate, and a good customer experience.
EVM (RMS/Peak)
Cell site technicians or RF engineers can
Frequency Error
make measurements Over-the-Air (OTA)
Carrier Frequency
to spot-check a transmitter’s coverage
CINR (Mobile only)
and signal quality without taking the cell
Base Station ID
site off-line. When the OTA test results are
Sector ID (Mobile Only)
ambiguous one can directly connect to the
Spectral Flatness
base station to check the signal quality
Adjacent Subcarrier Flatness
and transmitter power.
EVM vs. Subcarrier/Symbol
RCE (RMS/Peak)
Cell ID, Sector ID, and Preamble
EVM (RMS/Peak)
(Mobile WiMAX)
Frequency Error
Cell ID, Sector ID, and Preamble show
CINR (Mobile only)
which cell, sector, and segment are being
Base Station ID
measured OTA. The strongest signal is
Sector ID (Mobile only)
Demodulation – Frequency Error selected automatically for the additional
Calls will drop when user’s equipment travels at high DL-MAP (Tree View) (Mobile only)
speed. In severe cases, handoffs will not be possible at
PCINR and Base Station ID measurement.
Modulation Summary
any speed, creating island cells. Wrong values for cell, sector and segment
Over-the-Air (OTA) (Mobile)
ID lead to dropped handoffs and island cells.
Channel Power Monitor
If the cause is excessive coverage, it also
Preamble Scanner (Six)
will lead to large areas of low data rates.
Preamble
Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) Relative Power
Relative Constellation Error (RCE) Cell ID
RCE and EVM measure the difference Sector ID
between the actual and ideal signal. RCE PCINR
is measured in dB and EVM in percent. Dominant Preamble
A known modulation is required to make Base Station ID
these measurements. High RCE and Auto-Save with GPS Tagging and Logging
EVM causes low signal quality, low data Pass/Fail (User Editable)
rate, and low sector capacity. This is Pass Fail All
the single most important signal quality Pass/Fail RF

Over-the-Air Measurements – PCINR

measurement. Pass/Fall Demod
A low Physical Carrier to Interference plus Noise Ratio Measurements
(PCINR) indicates poor signal quality, low data rate and Preamble Mapping (Mobile WiMAX) Channel Power
reduced sector capacity. Preamble Scanner can be used with the Occupied Bandwidth
GPS to save scan results for later display Downlink Bust Power
on a map. PCINR ratio can be used for the Uplink Bust Power
strongest WiMAX preamble available at Preamble Power
that spot. The Base Station ID and Sector Crest Factor
ID information are also included so that Frequency Error
it’s easier to interpret the results. Once Carrier Frequency
PCINR data is mapped, it becomes much EVM
easier to understand and troubleshoot any RCE
interference or coverage issues. Sector ID (Mobile)

Pass/Fail Test
Set up common test limits, or sets of limits, for
each instrument. Inconsistent settings between base
stations, leads to inconsistent network behavior.

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 Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features
Master Software Tools (for your PC)

Master Software Tools Database Management

Master Software Tools (MST) is a powerful Full Trace Retrieval
PC software post-processing tool designed Trace Catalog
to enhance the productivity of technicians Trace Rename Utility
in report generation, data analysis, and Group Edit
testing automation. Trace Editor
DAT File Converter
Folder Spectrogram
Folder Spectrogram – creates a composite Data Analysis
file of up to 15,000 multiple traces for Trace Math and Smoothing
quick review, also create: Data Converter
Measurement Calculator
• Peak Power, Total Power, and Peak
Frequency plotted over time
Report Generation Report Generation
Create reports with company logo, GPS tagging • Histogram – filter data and plot
information, calibration status, and serial number of Report Generator
number of occurrences over time
the instrument for complete reporting. Edit Graph
• Minimum, Maximum, and Average Report Format
Power plotted over frequency Export Measurements
• Movie playback – playback data in Notes
the familiar frequency domain view
• 3D Spectrogram – for in-depth Mapping (GPS Required)

analysis with 3-axis rotation Spectrum Analyzer Mode

viewing control Mobile WiMAX OTA Option

TD-SCDMA OTA Option
Script Master™ LTE/TD-LTE OTA Option
Script Master is an automation tool which
allows the user to embed the operator’s Folder Spectrogram
test procedure inside the Spectrum Folder Spectrogram – 2D View
Master. This feature is available for GSM, Video Folder Spectrogram – 2D View
W-CDMA/HSPA+ and Channel Scanner Folder Spectrogram – 3D View
Histogram applications.
Once certain frequencies have been identified, the data List/Parameter Editors
can be filtered and displayed in a histogram with the In W-CDMA/HSPA+ and GSM the user can Traces
number of occurrences and time of day. include instructions in the form of pictures Antennas, Cables, Signal Standards
and text to help the technicians configure Product Updates
their setup prior to the test. One test can Firmware Upload
be configured to run across both W-CDMA Pass/Fail
and GSM modes. Languages

Using Channel Scanner Script Master, Mobile WiMAX

the user can create a list of up to Display

1200 channels and let the Spectrum Script Master™

Master sequence through the channels Channel Scanner Mode
20 at a time and automatically make GSM/EDGE Mode
measurements. W-CDMA/HSPA+ Mode

Connectivity
Connect PC using USB, Ethernet
3D Spectrogram
Download measurements and live traces
For in-depth analysis with 3-axis rotation viewing,
threshold, reference level, and marker control. Upload Lists/Parameters
Turn on Signal ID to see the types of signals. Firmware Updates
Remote Access Tool over the Internet

Remote Access Tool

The Remote Access Tool allows supervisors to remotely
view and control the instrument over the Internet.

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Features

Menu Key
Active Menu
Fan Exhaust Port Speaker
Power Indicator LED

Battery
Charge LED

On/Off Key

Fan Exhaust
Port Arrow Keys

Rotary Knob

Shift & Esc

Keys

Keypad

Battery
Access

Main Menu Keys Fan Inlet

Handheld Size: 315 mm x 211 mm x 77 mm (12.4 in x 8.3 in x 3.0 in)

Lightweight: 3.8 kg (8.5 lb) weight varies depending on the frequency option

RF In N Type Connector for Options 709, 713 and

IF Out 720. Ruggedized K male for Options 732 and 743
Ext Trigger In Ext Ref In
Tracking Generator (only with
Ref Out
Options 809, 813, and 820)

Headset Jack LAN External Power

USB Mini-B A-Type USB

Connector Panel for MS2720T

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Ordering Information
Ordering Information — Options
MS2720T Spectrum Master (requires option 709, 713, 720, 732 or 743)

Part Number Description

Frequency Options
MS2720T-0709 Frequency Range 9 kHz to 9 GHz
MS2720T-0713 Frequency Range 9 kHz to 13 GHz
MS2720T-0720 Frequency Range 9 kHz to 20 GHz
MS2720T-0732 Frequency Range 9 kHz to 32 GHz
MS2720T-0743 Frequency Range 9 kHz to 43 GHz

Tracking Generator Options

MS2720T-0809 9 GHz Tracking Generator (requires option 709)
MS2720T-0813 13 GHz Tracking Generator (requires option 713)
MS2720T-0820 20 GHz Tracking Generator(requires option 720)

Spectrum Analyzer Options

MS2720T-0025 Interference Analyzer (Option 31 is recommended)

MS2720T-0027 Channel Scanner

MS2720T-0431 Coverage Mapping (Requires Option 31 for full functionality)

MS2720T-0509 AM/FM/PM Measurements (Option 431 required for full functionality)

MS2720T-0024 I/Q Waveform Capture (Requires Option 9)

MS2720T-0089 Zero Span IF Output

MS2720T-0090 Gated Sweep

Power Meter Option

MS2720T-0019 High Accuracy Power Meter (Requires USB Power Sensor, sold separately)

Wireless Measurement Options

MS2720T-0009 Demodulation Hardware

MS2720T-0880 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Measurements (Requires Option 9)

MS2720T-0881 W-CDMA/HSPA+ Measurements (Requires Option 9)

MS2720T-0882 TD-SCDMA/HSPA+ Measurements (Requires Option 9, Option 31 required for full functionality)

MS2720T-0883 LTE FDD/TDD Measurements (Requires Option 9, Option 31 required for full functionality)

MS2720T-0884 CDMA/EV-DO Measurements (Requires Option 9, Option 31 required for full functionality)

MS2720T-0885 WiMAX Fixed/Mobile Measurements (Requires Option 9, Option 31 required for full functionality)

General Options
MS2720T-0007 Secure Data Operation
MS2720T-0031 GPS Receiver (Requires GPS Antenna, sold separately)
MS2720T-0098 Standard Calibration (ANSI Z540-1-1994)
MS2720T-0099 Premium Calibration (ANSI Z540-1-1994 plus test data)

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Ordering Information
Power Sensors (For complete ordering information see the respective datasheets of each sensor)
Part Number Description
PSN50 High Accuracy Power Sensor, 50 MHz to 6 GHz, -30 to +20 dBm
MA24105A True-RMS Inline Peak Power Sensor, 350 MHz to 4 GHz, 2 mW to 150 W
MA24106A True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 50 MHz to 6 GHz, -40 dBm to +23 dBm
MA24108A True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 8 GHz, -40 dBm to +20 dBm
MA24118A True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 18 GHz, -40 dBm to +20 dBm
MA24126A True-RMS USB Power Sensor, 10 MHz to 26 GHz, -40 dBm to +20 dBm

Manuals (soft copy included on Handheld Instruments Documentation Disc and at www.anritsu.com)
Part Number Description
10920-00060 Handheld Instruments Documentation Disc
User Guide 10580-00340 Spectrum Master User Guide (Hard copy included)
Spectrum Master ™
10580-00349 Spectrum Analyzer Measurement Guide
MS2720T

10580-00339 Tracking Generator Measurement Guide

High Performance Handheld Spectrum Analyzer

10580-00240 Power Meter Measurement Guide

10580-00234 3GPP Signal Analyzer Measurement Guide
- GSM/EDGE, W-CDMA/HSPA+, TD-SCDMA/HSPA+, LTE, TD-LTE
10580-00235 3GPP2 Signal Analyzer Measurement Guide - CDMA, EV-DO
10580-00236 WiMAX Signal Analyzer Measurement Guide - Fixed WiMAX, Mobile WiMAX
10580-00341 Spectrum Master Programming Manual
10580-00342 Spectrum Master Maintenance Manual

Troubleshooting Guides (soft copy at www.anritsu.com)

Part Number Description
11410-00551 Spectrum Analyzers
11410-00472 Interference
11410-00466 GSM/GPRS/EDGE Base Stations
11410-00566 LTE eNodeB
11410-00615 TD-LTE eNodeB
11410-00463 W-CDMA/HSPA+ Base Stations
11410-00465 TD-SCDMA/HSPA+ Base Stations
11410-00467 cdmaOne/CDMA2000 1X Base Stations
11410-00468 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO Base Stations
11410-00469 Mobile WiMAX Base Stations
11410-00470 Fixed WiMAX Base Stations

Standard Accessories (included with instrument)

Part Number Description
10920-00060 Handheld Instruments Documentation Disc
10580-00340 Spectrum Master User Guide (includes GPS Receiver)
2300-498 Master Software Tools (MST) Disc
2000-1685-R Soft Carrying Case
633-75 High Capacity Li-Ion Battery
40-187-R AC/DC Power Supply
806-141-R Automotive Cigarette Lighter 12 Volt DC Adapter
2000-1371-R Ethernet Cable, 7 ft/213 cm
3-2000-1498 USB A-mini B Cable, 10 ft/305 cm
11410-00646 MS2720T Spectrum Master Technical Data Sheet
One Year Warranty (Including battery, firmware, and software)
Certificate of Calibration and Conformance

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Ordering Information
Optional Accessories
GPS Antennas
Part Number Description
2000-1528-R GPS Antenna, SMA(m) with 15 ft cable requires 5 VDC
2000-1652-R GPS Antenna, SMA(m) with 1 foot cable, requires 3.3 VDC or 5 VDC

Directional Antennas
Part Number Description
2000-1411-R 824 MHz to 896 MHz, N(f), 10 dBd, Yagi
2000-1412-R 885 MHz to 975 MHz, N(f), 10 dBd, Yagi
2000-1413-R 1710 MHz to 1880 MHz, N(f), 10 dBd. Yagi
2000-1414-R 1850 MHz to 1990 MHz, N(f), 9.3 dBd, Yagi
2000-1415-R 2400 MHz to 2500 MHz, N(f), 10 dBd, Yagi
2000-1416-R 1920 MHz to 2170 MHz, N(f), 10 dBd, Yagi
2000-1659-R 698 MHz to 787 MHz, 8 dBd gain
2000-1660-R 1425 MHz to 1535 MHz, 12 dBd gain
2000-1677-R 300 MHz to 3000 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω, 3m cable (9.8 ft)
Gain: 6 dBi @ 950 MHz, log periodic
2000-1617 600 MHz to 21 GHz, N(f), 5-8 dBi to 12 GHz,
0-6 dBi to 21 GHz, log periodic
Portable Antennas
Part Number Description
2000-1200-R 806 MHz to 866 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω
2000-1473-R 870 MHz to 960 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω
2000-1035-R 896 MHz to 941 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω (1/2 wave)
2000-1030-R 1710 MHz to 1880 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω (1/2 wave)
2000-1474-R 1710 MHz to 1880 MHz with knuckle elbow (1/2 wave)
2000-1031-R 1850 MHz to 1990 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω (1/2 wave)
2000-1475-R 1920 MHz to 1980 MHz and 2110 MHz to 2170 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω
2000-1032-R 2400 MHz to 2500 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω (1/2 wave)
2000-1361-R 2400 MHz to 2500 MHz, 5000 MHz to 6000 MHz, SMA(m), 50 Ω
2000-1487 Telescopic Whip Antenna
2000-1636-R Antenna Kit (Consists of: 2000-1030-R, 2000-1031-R, 2000-1032-R,
2000-1200-R, 2000-1035-R, 2000-1361-R, and carrying pouch)

Mag Mount Broadband Antenna

Part Number Description
2000-1647-R Cable 1: 6
 98 MHz to 1200 MHz 2 dBi peak gain,
1700 MHz to 2700 MHz 5 dBi peak gain, N(m), 50 Ω, 10 ft
Cable 2: 3000 MHz to 6000 MHz 5 dBi peak gain, N(m), 50 Ω, 10 ft
Cable 3: GPS 26 dB gain, SMA(m), 50 Ω, 10 ft

2000-1645-R 694 MHz to 894 MHz 3 dBi peak gain,

1700 MHz to 2700 MHz 3 dBi peak gain, N(m), 50 Ω, 10 ft

2000-1646-R 750 MHz to 1250 MHz 3 dBi peak gain,

1650 MHz to 2000 MHz 5 dBi peak gain,
2100 MHz to 2700 MHz 3 dBi peak gain, N(m), 50 Ω, 10 ft

2000-1648-R 1700 MHz to 6000 MHz 3 dBi peak gain,N(m), 50 Ω, 10 ft

Bandpass Filters
Part Number Description
1030-114-R 806 MHz to 869 MHz, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-109-R 824 MHz to 849 MHz, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-110-R 880 MHz to 915 MHz, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-105-R 890 MHz to 915 MHz Band, 0.41 dB loss, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-111-R 1850 MHz to 1910 MHz, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-106-R 1710 MHz to 1790 MHz Band, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-107-R 1910 MHz to 1990 MHz Band, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-112-R 2400 MHz to 2484 MHz, N(m) to SMA(f), 50 Ω
1030-155-R 2500 MHz to 2700 MHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω
1030-178-R 1920 MHz to 1980 MHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω
1030-179-R 777 MHz to 787 MHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω
1030-180-R 2500 MHz to 2570 MHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω
2000-1684-R 791 MHz to 821 MHz, N(m) to N(f), 50 Ω

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Spectrum Master™ MS2720T Spectrum Analyzer Ordering Information
Optional Accessories (continued)
Adapters
Part Number Description
1091-26-R SMA(m) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-27-R SMA(f) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-80-R SMA(m) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-81-R SMA(f) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-417-R N(m) to QMA(f), DC to 6 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-418-R N(m) to QMA(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-172-R BNC(f) to N(m), DC to 1.3 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-90-R 7/16 DIN(f) to N(m), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-91-R 7/16 DIN(f) to N(f), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-92-R 7/16 DIN(m) to N(m), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-93-R 7/16 DIN(m) to N(f), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-96-R 7/16 DIN(m) to 7/16 DIN (m), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-97-R 7/16 DIN(f) to 7/16 DIN (f), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 Ω
1091-379-R 7/16 DIN(f) to 7/16 DIN(f), DC to 6 GHz, 50 Ω, w/ Reinforced Grip
71693-R Ruggedized K(f) to Type N(f)
510-102-R N(m) to N(m), DC to 11 GHz, 50 Ω, 90 degrees right angle
Precision Adapters
Part Number Description
34NN50A Precision Adapter, N(m) to N(m), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
34NFNF50 Precision Adapter, N(f) to N(f), DC to 18 GHz, 50 Ω
Attenuators
Part Number Description
3-1010-122 20 dB, 5 W, DC to 12.4 GHz, N(m) to N(f)
42N50-20 20 dB, 5 W, DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(f)
42N50A-30 30 dB, 50 W, DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(f)
3-1010-123 30 dB, 50 W, DC to 8.5 GHz, N(m) to N(f)
1010-127-R 30 dB, 150 W, DC to 3 GHz, N(m) to N(f)
3-1010-124 40 dB, 100 W, DC to 8.5 GHz, N(m) to N(f), Uni-directional
1010-121 40 dB, 100 W, DC to 18 GHz, N(m) to N(f), Uni-directional
1010-128-R 40 dB, 150 W, DC to 3 GHz, N(m) to N(f)
Miscellaneous Accessories
Part Number Description
2000-1374 External Charger for Li-lon Batteries
633-75 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
66864 Rack Mount Kit, Master Platform
2000-1689 EMI Near Field Probe Kit
2000-1653 Anti-glare Screen Cover (package of 2)

Backpack and Transit Case

Part Number Description
67135 Anritsu Backpack (For Handheld Instrument and PC)
760-243-R Large Transit Case with Wheels and Handle

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Fax: +1-972-671-1877
Anritsu AB • P. R. China (Shanghai)
• Canada Borgafjordsgatan 13A, 164 40 KISTA, Sweden Anritsu (China) Co., Ltd.
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700 Silver Seven Road, Suite 120, Fax: +46-8-534-707-30 No. 100 Zunyi Road, Chang Ning District,
Kanata, Ontario K2V 1C3, Canada Shanghai 200051, P.R. China
Phone: +1-613-591-2003
• Finland
Phone: +86-21-6237-0898
Fax: +1-613-591-1006 Anritsu AB Fax: +86-21-6237-0899
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• Brazil Phone: +358-20-741-8100 • P. R. China (Hong Kong)
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01327-010 - Bela Vista - São Paulo - SP - Brazil • Denmark
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Phone: +55-11-3283-2511 Anritsu A/S (for Service Assurance) Kowloon, Hong Kong, P. R. China
Fax: +55-11-3288-6940 Anritsu AB (for Test & Measurement) Phone: +852-2301-4980
• Mexico Kay Fiskers Plads 9, 2300 Copenhagen S, Denmark Fax: +852-2301-3545
Phone: +45-7211-2200
Anritsu Company, S.A. de C.V. Fax: +45-7211-2210
• Japan
Av. Ejército Nacional No. 579 Piso 9, Col. Granada Anritsu Corporation
11520 México, D.F., México • Russia 8-5, Tamura-cho, Atsugi-shi,
Phone: +52-55-1101-2370 Anritsu EMEA Ltd. Kanagawa, 243-0016 Japan
Fax: +52-55-5254-3147 Representation Office in Russia Phone: +81-46-296-1221
Tverskaya str. 16/2, bld. 1, 7th floor. Fax: +81-46-296-1238
• United Kingdom
Anritsu EMEA Ltd. Russia, 125009, Moscow • Korea
Phone: +7-495-363-1694 Anritsu Corporation, Ltd.
200 Capability Green, Luton, Bedfordshire LU1 3LU, U.K.
Fax: +7-495-935-8962
Phone: +44-1582-433280 502, 5FL H-Square N B/D, 681,
Fax: +44-1582-731303 • United Arab Emirates Sampyeong-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si,
• France Anritsu EMEA Ltd. Gyeonggi-do, 463-400 Korea
Dubai Liaison Office Phone: +82-31-696-7750
Anritsu S.A. Fax: +82-31-696-7751
P O Box 500413 - Dubai Internet City
12 avenue du Québec, Batiment Iris 1-Silic 612,
91140 VILLEBON SUR YVETTE, France
Al Thuraya Building, Tower 1, Suite 701, 7th Floor • Australia
Dubai, United Arab Emirates Anritsu Pty Ltd.
Phone: +33-1-60-92-15-50
Phone: +971-4-3670352 Unit 21/270 Ferntree Gully Road,
Fax: +33-1-64-46-10-65
Fax: +971-4-3688460 Notting Hill, Victoria 3168, Australia
• Germany
• Singapore Phone: +61-3-9558-8177
Anritsu GmbH Fax: +61-3-9558-8255
Anritsu Pte. Ltd.
Nemetschek Haus, Konrad-Zuse-Platz 1
81829 München, Germany
60 Alexandra Terrace, #02-08, The Comtech (Lobby A) • Taiwan
Singapore 118502 Anritsu Company Inc.
Phone: +49 (0) 89 442308-0
Phone: +65-6282-2400 7F, No. 316, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd., Taipei 114, Taiwan
Fax: +49 (0) 89 442308-55
Fax: +65-6282-2533 Phone: +886-2-8751-1816
Fax: +886-2-8751-1817

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