Anritsu MS2717A User Manual

User’s Guide

MS2717A

Economy Spectrum Analyzer

Advanced Spectrum Analysis for Manufacturing, R & D
and General Purpose Testing

100 kHz to 7.1 GHz

WARRANTY

The Anritsu product(s) listed on the title page is (are) warranted against defects in
materials and workmanship for one year from the date of shipment.

Anritsu's obligation covers repairing or replacing products which prove to be defec­tive during the warranty period. Buyers shall prepay transportation charges for
equipment returned to Anritsu for wa rranty repairs. Obligation is limited to the origi­nal purchaser. Anritsu is not liable for consequential damages.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY

The foregoing warranty does not apply to Anritsu conn ecto rs that h ave failed du e to
normal wear. Also, the warranty does not apply to defects resulting from improper
or inadequate maintenance by the Buyer, unauthorized modification or misuse, or
operation outside the environmental specifications of the product. No other war­ranty is expressed or implied, and the remedies provided herein are the Buyer's
sole and exclusive remedies.

TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Windows, Windows 2000 and Windows XP are registered trademarks of the
Microsoft Corporation. Intel Pentium is a trademark of Intel Corporation. VxWo rks is
a registered trademark, and WindML is a trademark of Wind River Systems, Inc. NI
is a trademark of National Instruments. Spectrum Analyzer is a trademark of Anritsu
Company.

NOTICE

Anritsu Company has prepared this manual for use by Anritsu Company personnel
and customers as a guide for the proper installation, operation and maintenance of
Anritsu Company equipment and computer programs. The drawings, specifications,
and information contained herein are the property of Anritsu Company, and any
unauthorized use or disclosure of these drawings, specifications, and information is
prohibited; they shall not be reproduced, copied, or used in whole or in part as the
basis for manufacture or sa le of the equipment or software programs with out the
prior written consent of Anritsu Company. All other trademarks contained herein are
the property of their respective owners.

UPDATES

Updates to this manual, if any, may be downloaded from the Anritsu internet site at:
http://www.us.anritsu.com.

VxWorks Runtime License

2000-1189 2000-1372

NI Device License

2000-1486

March 2007 10580-00159
Copyright 2007 Anritsu Company Revision B

WindML Ta rg et Lice nse

Equipment marked with the Crossed-out Wheelie Bin

symbol complies with the European Parliament and

Council Directive 2002/96/EC (the “WEEE Directive”) in

For Products placed on the EU market after August 13,
2005, please contact your local Anritsu representative at
the end of the product's useful life to arrange disposal in

accordance with your initial contract and the local law.

the European Union.

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The following safety symbols are used inside or on the equipment near operation loca­tions to provide information about safety items and operation precautions. Ensure
that you clearly understand the meanings of the symbols and take the necessary pre­cautions before operating the equipment. Some or all of the following five symbols
may or may not be used on all Anritsu equipment. In addition, there may be other
labels attached to products that are not shown in the diagrams in this manual.

This indicates a prohibited operation. The prohibited operation is indicated
symbolically in or near the barred circle.

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in or near the triangle.

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These indicate that the marked part should be recycled.

For Safety

Warning: Always refer to the operation manual when

working near locations at which the alert mark,
shown on the left, is attached. If the operation,
etc., is performed without heeding the advice in
the operation manual, there is a risk of personal
injury. In addition, the equipment performance
may be reduced. Moreover, this alert mark is
sometimes used with other marks and
descriptions indicating other dangers.

Warning: When supplying power to this equipment,

connect the accessory 3-pin power cord to a 3­pin grounded power outlet. If a grounded 3-pin
outlet is not available, use a conversion adapter
and ground the green wire, or connect the
frame ground on the rear panel of the
equipment to ground. If power is supplied
without grounding the equipment, there is a risk
of receiving a severe or fatal electric shock.

Warning: This equipment can not be repaired by the

operator. D
equipment covers or to disassemble internal
components. Only qualified service technicians
with a knowledge of electrical fire and shock
hazards should service this equipment. There
are high-voltage parts in this equipment
presenting a risk of severe injury or fatal electric
shock to untrained personnel. In additi on, there
is a risk of damage to precision components.

o not attempt to remove the

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - General Information

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Performance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Preventive Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Calibration Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

ESD Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Replacing the Line Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Rack Mount Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Anritsu Service Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Chapter 2 - Quick Start Guide

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Turning the MS2717A On for the First Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Front Panel Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Display Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Back Panel Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Making Spectrum Analyzer Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Chapter 3 - Key Functions

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

BW (Bandwidth). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Freq (Frequency). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Marker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Measure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

Preset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

Sweep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

Trace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27

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Chapter 4 - Measurement Fundamentals

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Resolution Bandwidth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Video Bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Sweep Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Attenuator Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Preamplifier Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Chapter 5 - Transmitter Measurements

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Occupied Bandwidth Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Channel Power Measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

CDMA Channel Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

CDMA Channel Power Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

GSM Channel Power Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

AMPS Channel Power Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Adjacent Channel Power Ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Adjacent Channel Power Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

GSM Adjacent Channel Power Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

AMPS (TDMA) Adjacent Channel Power Measurement . . . . . . . . 5-7

Out-of-Band Spurious Emission Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

In-band/Out-of-Channel Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

In-band Spurious Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Field Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

AM/FM/SSB Demodulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Carrier to Interference Ratio Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

Chapter 6 - WCDMA/HSDPA Measurements

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

WCDMA/HSDPA Signal Analyzer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Amplitude . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Freq (Frequency). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Measurements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Preset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

WCDMA/HSDPA Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Measurement Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17

WCDMA/HSDPA RF Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21

Demodulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28

Pass/Fail Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34

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Chapter 7 - Master Software Tools

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

Using Master Software Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Language Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Signal Standards Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13

Pass/Fail Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

Dat Conversion Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17

Automatic Firmware Updates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18

Appendix A - Signal Standards

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Appendix B - Error Messages

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Self Test or Application Self Test Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Operation Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Index

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Chapter 1 General Information

Introduction

This chapter provides a description, performance specifications, optional accessories, pre­ventive maintenance, and calibration requirements for the Anritsu Economy Spectrum Ana­lyzer model listed below. Throughout this manual, this instrument may be referred to as a
Spectrum Analyzer.

Model Frequency Range

MS2717A 100 kHz to 7.1 GHz

Description

The Anritsu Economy Spectrum Analyzer is a synthesizer-based economy spectrum ana­lyzer that provides quick and accurate measurement results. Measurements can be easily
made using the main instrument functions: frequency, span, amplitude and bandwidth. Dedi­cated keys for common functions and a familiar calculator-type keypad are available for fast
data entry.

Time and date stamping of measurement data is automatic. The internal memory provides
for the storage and recall of more than 1000 measurement setups and more than 1000 traces.
The bright, high-resolution color liquid crystal display (LCD) provides easy viewing in a
variety of lighting conditions.

The Anritsu Economy Spectrum Analyzer is designed for monitoring, measuring, and ana­lyzing signal environments. A full range of marker capabilities such as peak, center and delta
functions are provided for faster, more comprehensive analysis of displayed signals. Upper
and lower multi-segmented limit lines are available to create quick, simple pass/fail mea­surements. A menu option provides for an audible alert when the limit value is exceeded.

Anritsu Master Software Tools, a PC-based software program, provides for storing measure­ment data. Master Software Tools can also convert the Spectrum Analyzer display into sev­eral graphic formats.

Measurements stored in internal memory can be downloaded to a PC using the included
USB or Ethernet cables. Once stored, the graphic trace can then be displayed, scaled, or
enhanced with markers and limit lines. Historical graphs can be overlaid with current data
using the PC mouse in a drag-and-drop fashion. The underlying data can be extracted and
used in spreadsheets or for other analytical tasks.

Options

The following options are available for the MS2717A Spectrum Analyzer:

Option Description

MS2717A-009 Modulation Measurement and Demodulation Hardware

Upgrade
MS2717A-044 WCDMA/HSDPA RF Measurements (requires Option 009)
MS2717A-045 WCDMA Demodulator (requires Option 009)

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Accessories

The following standard accessories are supplied with the MS2717A:

Part Number Description

10580-00159 MS2717A User's Guide
2300-498 Master Software Tools Program CD ROM
2000-1360 USB A/5-pin mini-B Cable
2000-1371 Ethernet Cable, 7 feet (213 cm)
2000-1358 64 MB Compact Flash Memory Module
One year Warranty (includes firmware and software)

The following optional accessories are available for the MS2717A:

Part Number Description

2000-1358 64 MB Compact Flash Memory Module
42N50A-30 30 dB, 50W, Bi-dir., DC-18 GHz, N(m) to N(f) Attenuator
34NN50A Precision Adapter, DC to 18 GHz, 50W, N(m) to N(m)
34NFNF50 Precision Adapter, DC to 18 GHz, 50W, N(f) to N(f)
15NNF50-1.5B Test port cable armored, 1.5 meter, N(m) to N(f), 18.0 GHz
15NN50-1.5C Test port cable armored, 1.5 meter , N( m) to N(m), 6 GHz
15NN50-3.0C Test port cable armored, 3.0 meter , N( m) to N(m), 6 GHz
15NN50-5.0C Test port cable armored, 5.0 meter , N( m) to N(m), 6 GHz
15NNF50-1.5C Test port cable armored, 1.5 meter, N(m) to N(f), 6 GHz
15NNF50-3.0C Test port cable armored, 3.0 meter, N(m) to N(f), 6 GHz
15NNF50-5.0C Test port cable armored, 5.0 meter, N(m) to N(f), 6 GHz
15ND50-1.5C Test port cable armored, 1.5 meter , N(m) to 7/16 DIN(m), 6.0 GHz
15NDF50-1.5C Test port cable armored, 1.5 meter, N(m) to 7/16 DIN(f), 6.0 GHz
3-806-152 Ethernet Cable, Crossover
2300-498 Master Software Tools Program CD ROM
1091-27 Adapter, Type-N male to SMA female
510-90 Adapter, 7/16 DIN (f) to N(m), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 ohm
510-91 Adapter, 7/16 DIN (f)-N(f), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 ohm
510-92 Adapter, 7/16 DIN(m)–N(m), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 ohm

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510-93 Adapter, 7/16 DIN(m)-N(f), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 ohm
510-96 Adapter 7/16 DIN (m) to 7/16 DIN(m), DC to 7.5 GHz, 50 ohm

Part Number Description

510-97 Adapter 7/16 DIN(f) to 7/16 DIN(f), 7.5 GHz, 50 ohm
760-240 MS2717A Transit Case
MS2717A-001 Rack Mount Kit (no slides)
10580-00159 Anritsu User’s Guide, Model MS2717A
10580-00160 Anritsu Programming Manual, Model MS2717A
10580-00161 Anritsu Maintenance Manual, Model MS2717A

For a complete list of accessories available for the MS2717A, refer to the MS2717A Spec­trum Analyzer Technical Datasheet, Anritsu part number 11410-00390, available online at

www.us.anritsu.com.

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Performance Specifications

Frequency

Frequency Range: 100 kHz to 7.1 GHz
Tuning Resolution: 1 Hz
Frequency Reference: Aging: ±1 ppm/10 years

Accuracy: ±1 ppm (25°C ± 25°C) + aging (standard)

Accuracy: ±3 ppm (25°C ± 25°C) + aging (Option 9)
Frequency Span: 10 Hz to 7.1 GHz plus 0 Hz (zero span)
Sweep Time: Minimum 200 ms, 10 µs in zero span
Sweep Trigger: Free run, Single, Video, External
Resolution Bandwidth: (–3 dB width) 10 Hz to 3 MHz in 1-3 sequence ± 10%
Video Bandwidth: (–3 dB) 1 Hz to 3 MHz in 1-3 sequence
SSB Phase Noise: –100 dBc/Hz max at 10, 20 and 30 kHz offset from carrier

–102 dBc/Hz max at 100 kHz offset from carrier
Capture Bandwidth 8 MHz

Amplitude

Measurement Range: DANL to +30 dBm
Overall Amplitude

Accuracy (95%)
20–30ºC, 10 dB input
attenuation, preamplifier
off, 0 dBm to –50 dBm ±0.9 dB, 100 kHz to 3 GHz

±1.25 dB, >3 GHz to 7.1 GHz

Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL in 10 Hz RBW, 0 dB attenuation, preamp on)
Frequency Typical Max
>10 MHz to 1 GHz –155 –151
>1 GHz to 2.2 GHz –152 –149
>2.2 GHz to 2.8 GHz –147 –143
>2.8 GHz to 4.0 GHz –150 –149
>4.0 GHz to 6.5 GHz –150 –144
>6.5 GHz to 7.1 GHz –149 –144

Display Range: 1 to 15 dB/div in 1dB steps. Ten divisions displayed.

Amplitude Units, Log Scale Modes: dBm, dBV, dBmv, dBµV

Attenuator Range: 0 to 65 dB

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WCDMA/HSDPA RF Measurements (Option 44, requires Option 9)

Frequency Range 824–894 MHz, 2300–2700 MHz

1710–2170 MHz

RF Channel Power ±0.7 dB typical ±0.7 dB typical
(15ºC to 30ºC) (±1.25 dB max) (±1.25 dB max)

Occupied Bandwidth ±100 kHz ±100 kHz

Residual ACLR

ACLR Accuracy ±0.8 dB ACLRŠ–45 dB ±1.0 dB ACLRŠ–45 dB
at 5 MHz offset at 5 MHz offset

Freqency Error ±10 Hz + Time Base Error ±10 Hz + Time Base Error

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–54 dB typical –54 dB typical

at 5 MHz offset at 5 MHz offset

–59 dB typical –57 dB typical

at 10 MHz offset at 10 MHz offset

±0.8 dB for ACLRŠ–50 dB ±1.0 dB for ACLRŠ–50 dB

at 10 MHz offset at 10 MHz offset

99% confidence level 99% confidence level

WCDMA Demodulator (Option 45, requires Option 9)

Frequency Range 824–894 MHz, 2300–2700 MHz

1710–2170 MHz

EVM Accuracy

Residual EVM 2.5% typical 2.5% typical

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(3GPP Test Model 4) ±2.5% for EVM £20%

±2.5%; EVM £25%

(3GPP Test Model 5)

±2.5%; EVM £20%

Code Domain Power ±0.5 dB for code ±0.5 dB for code

channel power Š25 dB channel power Š25 dB

16, 32, 64 DCPH 16, 32, 64 DCPH

(test model 1) (test model 1)

16, 32 DCPH 16, 32 DCPH

(test model 2, 3) (test model 2, 3)

CPICH (dBm) ±0.8 dB typical ±0.8 dB typical
Scrambling Code 3 seconds 3 seconds

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Depends on reference level, input signal level and single channel conditions.

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General

Max Continuous Input: 10 dB attenuation, +30 dBm, ±50 VDC
RF Input VSWR: 2.0:1 maximum, 1.5:1 typical (Š10 dB attenuation)

Interfaces Type N female RF Connector

BNC female connectors for ext reference and ext trigger

RJ45 connector for Ethernet 10/100-Base T

USB 2.0 (full-speed)

Compact Flash

2.5 mm 3-wire cellular headset connector

Environmental: MIL-PRF-28800F class 2

Operating: –10º C to 55º C, humidity 85%

Storage: –51º C to 71º C

Altitude: 4600 meters, operating and non-operating

AC Input Power 90V to 250 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 400 VA maximum

Electromagnetic Compatibility:

Meets European Community requirements for CE marking.

Size: 372 x 242 x 339 mm (14.7 x 9.6 x 13.4 in.)
Weight: 5.6 kg (< 12 lbs.) typical

For a complete list of MS2717A specifications, refer to the MS2717A Spectrum Analyzer
Technical Datasheet, Anritsu part number 11410-00390, available online at
www.us.anritsu.com.

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Preventive Maintenance

MS2717A preventive maintenance consists of cleaning the unit and inspecting and cleaning
the RF connector on the instrument and all accessories. Clean the MS2717A with a soft, lint­free cloth dampened with water or water and a mild cleaning solution.

CAUTION

To avoid damaging the display or case, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners.

Clean the RF connectors and center pins with a cotton swab dampened with denatured alco­hol. Visually inspect the connectors. The fingers of N(f) connectors and the pins of N(m)
connectors should be unbroken and uniform in appearance. If you are unsure whether the
connectors are good, gauge the connectors to confirm that their dimensions are correct.

Calibration Requirements

The MS2717A loads factory calibration data during start-up, eliminating the need for daily
calibration checks.

Although the MS2717A does not require daily calibration, Anritsu recommends annual cali­bration and performance verification by local Anritsu service centers. Anritsu service cen­ters are listed in this chapter.

ESD Cautions

The MS2717A, like other high performance instruments, is susceptible to ESD damage.
Very often, coaxial cables and antennas build up a static charge, which, if allowed to dis­charge by connecting directly to the MS2717A without discharging the static charge, may
damage the MS2717A input circuitry. MS2717A operators should be aware of the potential
for ESD damage and take all necessary precautions.

Operators should exercise practices outlined within industry standa rds such as JEDEC-625
(EIA-625), MIL-HDBK-263, and MIL-STD-1686, which pertain to ESD and ESDS devices,
equipment, and practices. As these apply to the MS2717A, it is recommended that any static
charges that may be present be dissipated before connecting coaxial cables or antennas to the
MS2717A. This may be as simple as temporarily attaching a short or load device to the cable
or antenna prior to attaching to the MS2717A. It is important to remember that the operator
may also carry a static charge that can cause damage. Following the practices outlined in the
above standards will ensure a safe environment for both personnel and equipment.

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Replacing the Line Fuse

The MS2717A line fuse value is printed on the rear panel next to the power connector.

CAUTION

Before changing the fuse, always remove the power cord from the power outlet. There is
a risk of receiving a fatal electric shock if the fuse is replaced with the power cord con­nected. Always use a new fuse of the type and rating specified by the fuse markings on
the rear panel of the instrument.

To replace the line fuse:
Step 1. Turn off the rear panel power switch and disconnect the MS2717A from the

power source.

Step 2. Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, carefully pry under the tab above the rear

panel power switch to open the cover and gain access to the fuse holders (refer to
the figure below).

Figure 1-1. Replacing the Line Fuse

Step 3. Slide the fuse out of the fuse holder.
Step 4. If the fuse is defective, replace the fuse with a new fuse of the type and rating

specified by the fuse markings on the rear panel of the instrument.
Step 5. Reinstall the fuse holder in the rear panel power connector.
Step 6. Close the cover to secure the fuse holder in place. The cover will close with an

audible snap.
Step 7. Reconnect the MS2717A to the power source and turn on the rear panel po wer

switch.

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Rack Mount Kit

The MS2717A Rack Mount Kit (part number MS2717A-001) allows the unit to be mounted
to a standard 19-inch equipment rack. Follow the instructions below to install the kit.

Step 1. Turn off the rear panel power switch and disconnect the MS2717A from the

power source.
Step 2. Using a small flat blade screwdriver, carefully pry the cover plates from the front

sides of the unit to expose the rack mount bracket mounting holes.

REMOVE

COVER PLATE

Figure 1-2. Rack Mount Bracket Mounting Holes

Step 3. Align the rack mount brackets (part number 65642) wit h the screw ho les and

insert the mounting screws (905-2620) as shown. Tighten using a #1 Phillips

screw driver.

Figure 1-3. Insert the Mounting Screws

Step 4. Repeat the process on the other side. The unit is ready to be mounted into an

instrument rack.

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Anritsu Service Centers

UNITED STATES

ANRITSU COMPANY
490 Jarvis Drive
Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809
Telephone: [phone]
1-800-ANRITSU
FAX: [phone]

ANRITSU COMPANY
10 New Maple Ave., Unit 305
Pine Brook, NJ 07058
Telephone: [phone]
1-800-ANRITSU
FAX: [phone]

ANRITSU COMPANY
1155 E. Collins Blvd
Richardson, TX 75081
Telephone: 1-800-ANRITSU
FAX: [phone]

AUSTRALIA

ANRITSU PTY. LTD.
Unit 21, 270 Ferntree Gully Road
Notting Hill, VIC 3168
Australia
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

FRANCE

ANRITSU S.A
9 Avenue du Quebec
Zone de Courtaboeuf
91951 Les Ulis Cedex
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

GERMANY

ANRITSU GmbH
Konrad-Zuse-Platz 1
81829 Muenchen, Germany
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

INDIA

MEERA AGENCIES PVT. LTD.
23 Community Centre
Zamroodpur, Kailash Colony
Extension,
New Delhi, India 110 048
Phone: [phone]
FAX : [phone]

ISRAEL

TECH-CENT, LTD.
4 Raul Valenberg St
Tel-Aviv 69719
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

SINGAPORE

ANRITSU (SINGAPORE) PTE
LTD.
10, Hoe Chiang Road
#07-01/02 Keppel Towers
Singapore 089315
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

SOUTH AFRICA

ETECSA
12 Surrey Square Office Park
330 Surrey Avenue
Ferndale, Randburg, 2194
South Africa
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

SWEDEN

ANRITSU AB
Borgafjordsgatan 13
164 40 Kista
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

TAIWAN

ANRITSU CO., INC.
7F, No. 316, Section 1
NeiHu Road
Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

BRAZIL

ANRITSU ELECTRONICA LTDA.
Praia de Botafogo, 440, Sala
2401
CEP22250-040, Rio de Janeiro,
RJ, Brasil
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

CANADA

ANRITSU INSTRUMENTS LTD.
700 Silver Seven Road, Suite 120
Kanata, Ontario K2V 1C3
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

CHINA

ANRITSU ELECTRONICS
(SHANGHAI) CO. LTD.
2F, Rm B, 52 Section Factory
Building
No. 516 Fu Te Rd (N)
Shanghai 200131 P.R. China
Telephone:[phone],
58680227, 58680228
FAX: [phone]

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ITALY

ANRITSU Sp.A
Roma Office
Via E. Vittorini, 129
00144 Roma EUR
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

JAPAN

ANRITSU CUSTOMER SER­VICES LTD.
5-1-1 Onna Atsugi-shi
Kanagawa-Prf. 243-0032 Japan
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

KOREA

ANRITSU CORPORATION LTD.
Service Center:
8F Hyunjuk Building
832-41, Yeoksam Dong
Kangnam-Ku
Seoul, South Korea 135-080
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

UNITED KINGDOM

ANRITSU LTD.
200 Capability Green
Luton, Bedfordshire
LU1 3LU, England
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Chapter 2

A

Quick Start Guide

Introduction

This chapter provides a brief overview of the Anritsu MS2717A Spectrum Analyzer. The
intent of this chapter is to provide a starting point for making basic measurements. For more
detailed information, see Chapter 3, Key Functions and Chapter 4, Measurement Fundamen-
tals.

Turning the MS2717A On for the First Time

No initial setup is required. After unpacking, the MS2717A is ready for use. The MS2717A
is equipped with automatic line-power sensing and will operate with line voltages from 90V
to 250 VAC, at 50-60 Hz, 400 V A maximum. The MS2717A is intended for Installation Cat­egory (Over Voltage Category) II.

Step 1. Connect the AC line cord to the AC Input on the rear panel of the instrument and

to an adequate mains supply.

CAUTION

When supplying power to this equipment, connect the accessory 3-pin
power cord to a 3-pin grounded power outlet. If a grounded 3-pin outlet is
not available, use a conversion adapter and ground the green wire. If
power is supplied without grounding the equipment, there is a risk of
receiving a severe or fatal electric shock.

Step 2. Switch the AC Power rocker switch on the rear panel to “1” to apply the line volt-

age to the power supply.

AC POWER

ON/OFF

C LINE INPUT

Figure 2-1. MS2717A AC Input

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Step 3. Set the instrument to Operate by pressing the illuminated Standby/Operate (On/

S

Off) front panel button.

TANDBY/OPERATE BUTTON

Figure 2-2. MS2717A On/Off Button

The MS2717A takes about forty-five seconds to complete power up and load the application
software. At the completion of this process, the instrument is ready to use.

For information on making measurements with the Spectrum Analyzer, refer to “Making a
Spectrum Analyzer Measurement,” later in this chapter. For advanced applications, refer to
Chapter 4, Measurement Fundamentals, and Chapter 5, Transmitter Measurements.

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Front Panel Overview

S

SO

S

The menu-driven interface is easy to use and requires little training. Hard keys on the front
panel are used to initiate function-specific menus. There are five function hard keys located
below the display. In Spectrum Analyzer mode, the function hard keys are:
quency),
mode, the function hard keys are:

Marker.

There are 21 hard keys and a rotary knob located to the right of the display. Eight of the hard
keys are dual purpose, depending on the current mode of operation. The dual-purpose keys
are labeled with a number on the key itself, and the alternate function printed on the panel
above the key. Use the shift key to access the functions printed on the panel. The
key, used for aborting data entry, is the round button located above the soft keys. The rotary
knob and the keypad can both be used to change the value of an active parameter.

There are also eight soft keys to the right of the display which change function depending
upon the current menu selection. The current soft key function is indicated in the active
function block to the right of the display. The locations of the different keys are shown in
Figure 2-2, below.

Amplitude, Span, BW (Bandwidth) and Marker. In WCDMA Signal Analyzer

Freq (Frequency), Amplitude, Setup, Measurements and

FT KEY

Freq (Fre-

Escape

ACTIVE FUNCTION

BLOCK

ESCAPE KEY

SHIFT KEY
ROTARY KNOB

KEYPAD

FUNCTION

HARD KEY

Figure 2-3. MS2717A Overview

Ventilation Ports

It is important to keep the ventilation ports on the top and sides of the intrument clear of
obstructions at all times for proper ventilation and cooling of the instrument.

RF IN

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Display Overview

Figure 2-3 illustrates some of the key information areas of the MS2717A display. Refer to
Chapter 3, Key Functions, for more detailed key descriptions.

Real Time

Instrument

Settings

Summary

Clock

Display Area

Soft Key

Labels

Hard Key Labels

Figure 2-4. Display Overview

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Optional Data Window

Back Panel Connectors

SLO

N

JAC

A

The connectors and indicators located on the back panel are shown in Figure 2-4 and
described below.

EXTERNAL TRIGGER

AC POWER

ON/OFF

C LINE INPUT

COMPACT

Figure 2-5. Back Panel Connectors

When supplying power to this equipment, connect the accessory 3-pin
power cord to a 3-pin grounded power outlet. If a grounded 3-pin outlet is
not available, use a conversion adapter and ground the green wire. If
power is supplied without grounding the equipment, there is a risk of
receiving a severe or fatal electric shock. The MS2717A is equipped with
automatic line-power sensing and will operate with line voltages from 90V
to 250 VAC, at 50-60 Hz, 400 VA maximum.

FLASH

IN

CELLULAR

HEADSET

T

CAUTION

EXTERNAL
REFERENCE
FREQUENCY

RJ45 LAN
CONNECTIO

USB PORT

K

LAN Connection

The RJ-45 connector is used to connect the MS2717A to a local area network. Integrated
into this connector are two LEDs. The amber LED indicates the presence of LAN voltages—
a live LAN connection—while the green LED flashes to show that LAN traffic is present.
The instrument IP address is set by pressing the
by the

System Options soft key and the Ethernet Config soft key. The instrument Ethernet

Shift key, then the System (8) key followed

address can be set automatically using DHCP, or manually by entering the desired IP
address, gateway address and subnet mask.

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is an Internet protocol that automates the
process of setting IP addresses for devices that use TCP/IP, and is the most common method
of configuring a device for network use. To determine if a network is set up for DHCP, con­nect the MS2717A to the network and select DHCP protocol in the

Ethernet Config menu.

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Turn the MS2717A off, and then on. If the network is set up for DHCP, the assigned IP
address should be displayed briefly after the power up sequence.

To display the IP address with the instrument on, press the
then the
displayed as shown in Figure 2-5.

Figure 2-6. IP Address Assigned Using DHCP

System Options soft key and the Ethernet Config soft key. The IP address will be

Shift key, then the System key,

More about DHCP

DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a protocol that allows a server
to dynamically assign IP addresses to devices that are connected to the network. Most net­works include a DHCP server to manage IP addresses. When a DHCP server is available on
the network, DHCP is the preferred IP address mode.

When using DHCP, no setup is required to lease and use a dynamic IP address. In a dynamic
IP operation, the IP address in use may change from use to use. The DHCP server hands out
IP addresses on a first come, first served basis. As soon as the device is disconnected from
the network, the IP address that it was using becomes available to lease to the next unit
requesting an IP address. Normally there is some amount of lag time on the DHCP server
end, so if the device is connected again reasonably soon, it may end up with the same
address.

NOTE: The MS2717A must be connected to the network before it is turned
on for DHCP to work. Key elements of the DHCP lease are only performed
during the instrument's startup operations, or when switching from manual
to DHCP.

When a DHCP server is not available, a Static IP address can be used. A Static IP address is
a fixed address. Once set, it will always remain the same and care must be taken to not con­flict with other equipment on the network.

When using a static IP address on an established network, always request a Static IP address
from the network administrator. Randomly choosing a Static IP address on an established
network may result in duplicate IP addresses or other conflicts.

Three parameters must be set prior to using a Static IP address:

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IP Address

This is the Static IP address on the network.

Default Gateway

Often when a static IP address is assigned, a default gateway is also identified. If the
default gateway is unknown, type in the Static IP address so that the Static IP address and
Default Gateway are the same number.

Subnet Mask

This parameter is usually extracted from the Static IP address based on the class of the
address and determines the destination of any broadcast messages that might be sent from
the instrument. It can be customized if necessary. The subnet mask may also be provided
with the Static IP address.

Example 1

In this example, a Static IP address has been chosen because there is no network available.
The instrument is connected to the network port on the PC with a crossover Ethernet cable
(not included). This is also referred to as Direct Connect:

IP Address: 10.0.0.2
Default Gateway: 10.0.0.2
Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0

Example 2

In this example, the Static IP address has been assigned with an associated gateway and sub­net mask:

IP Address: 153.56.100.42
Default Gateway: 153.56.100.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.252.0

There are a few tools built into the Microsoft Windows operating system that can assist in
making some determinations about the network the PC is plugged into. Typing
command prompt will display information about the in-use parameters of the PC and its net­work connection. Below is an example of the typical results expected.

NOTE: The ipconfig display does not report if the information is from a
DHCP server or a Static IP setup.

Y:\>ipconfig
Windows 2000 IP Configuration
Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection:
Connection-specific DNS Suffix. : us.anritsu.com

IP Address. . . . . . . . . . . . : 172.26.202.172

Subnet Mask . . . . . . . . . . . : 255.255.252.0

Default Gateway . . . . . . . . . : 172.26.200.1

Another tool that can find out if a selected IP address is already on the network is
is a harmless way to determine if an address is found on the network, and if it is found, for it
to reply. Greatly simplified, ping sends out a request to a specific address to determine if it is
there. If it is found, it will respond by sending back what was sent to it. If it is not found, the
response will be "

Y:\>ping 172.26.202.172
Pinging 172.26.202.172 with 32 bytes of data:
Reply from 172.26.202.172: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128
Reply from 172.26.202.172: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128
Reply from 172.26.202.172: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128
Reply from 172.26.202.172: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128

request timed out" meaning that there was no reply from that IP address.

ipconfig at a

ping. Ping

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Ping statistics for 172.26.202.172:
Packets: Sent = 4, Received = 4, Lost = 0 (0% loss),
Approximate round trip times in milli-seconds:
Minimum = 0ms, Maximum = 0ms, Average = 0ms

USB Interface

The USB 2.0 interface can be used to connect the MS2717A directly to a PC. The first time
the MS2717A is connected to a PC, the normal USB device detection by the computer oper­ating system will take place. The CD-ROM shipped with the instrument contains a driver for
Windows 2000 and Windows XP that is installed when Master Software Tools is installed.
Drivers are not available for earlier versions of the Windows operating system. During the
driver installation process, place the CD-ROM in the computer drive and specify that the
installation wizard should search the CD-ROM for the driver.

Cellular Headset Jack

The cellular headset jack provides audio output from the built-in AM/FM/SSB demodulator
and other audio signals for testing and troubleshooting wireless communication systems.
The jack accepts a 2.5 mm 3-wire miniature phone plug such as those commonly used with
cellular telephones.

Ext Trigger

A TTL signal applied to the
sweep to occur. This mode is used in zero span, and triggering occurs on the rising edge of
the signal. After the sweep is complete, the resultant trace is displayed until the next trigger
signal arrives.

External Trigger female BNC input connector causes a single

Ext Freq Ref

BNC female connector for connection of an external frequency reference or external trigger.
Select the
nal reference from the list presented. Valid frequencies are 1 MHz, 1.2288 MHz, 1.544
MHz, 2.4576 MHz, 4.8 MHz, 4.9152 MHz, 5 MHz, 9.8304 MHz, 10 MHz, 13 MHz and

19.6608 MHz at amplitude from -10 dBm to +10 dBm.

RF In

50W Type-N female connector.

Compact Flash

The MS2717A is shipped with a 64 MB Compact Flash Memory Module, Anritsu Part
Number 2000-1358. The removable compact flash card can be any size, although it must be
a minimum of 64 MB to be able to hold the entire contents of the internal flash memory.

Ext Ref Freq soft key under the System menu to select the frequency of the exter-

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