Atec PIM31 User Manual

Data Sheet

Passive Intermodulation

P 31

Analyzer 2 x 20W

Taking performance to a new peak

PIM 31 - Passive Intermodulation Analyzer 2 x 20W

Boonton’s PIM 31 series test systems are precision analyzers

for passive intermodulation generated in RF paths, components

and assemblies. PIM 31 analyzers allow the detailed examina-

tion of components used in radio base stations, in-building-DAS

installations and other systems transmitting radio frequencies.

Components such as coaxial feeder assemblies, jumper cables,

splitters, hybrids, filters, DC blocks, lighting arrestors and anten-

nas, are all potential sources of PIM problems.

Passive intermodulation is an unwanted mixing effect caused

by non-linearity of passive components in the RF path. Inter-

modulation diverts signal energy partially to other frequencies

(spurious), which may fall into receive bands and cause serious

degradation of system performance.

Boonton’s PIM 31 passive intermodulation analyzer emulates

a base station radio by providing two signals, up to 20W each,

thus following the IEC62037 standard for PIM testing. The

frequencies of these carriers are variable within the band of the

analyzer, allowing PIM 31 operators to select the optimal fre-

quencies for their wireless systems. PIM 31 analyzers combine

portability with accuracy and a very high sensitivity of -175 dBc

@ 2x43dBm. They are well suited for both, field use and the

production floor. Applications range from performance evalua-

tion of RF infrastructure, to RF component quality testing.

To provide optimal functionality, Boonton’s PIM 31 analyzers

offer two user interfaces (except UL models). Depending on

the application it can be switched between a functional field

diagnostic mode and detailed analysis mode with accessibility

to all settings and readings. PIM 31 analyzers can be controlled

by external mouse and keyboard or through the built-in touch

screen display. Whether analyzing wireless infrastructure, or

tracking device quality on the production floor, recording of the

measurement results is mandatory for quality management. It

offers a recording capability as a standard feature (except UL

models). Data files or images can be stored, allowing the user to

review and analyze measurements at a later point in time.

Features

• 20W PIM analyzer

• Two variable signals +20 to +44 dBm each

• User selectable TX frequencies within the analyzer’s band

• Very high PIM sensitivity of -175 dBc @ 2 X 43 dBm carriers

• Measures Intermodulation products IM3, IM5, IM7 and IM9

• User settable frequency sweeps

• Measurement recording numeric or image traces

• Touch screen display

• Self calibrating

• PIM vs. Time Graph

• Maxhold (Not available on UL models)