M>S2721B Spectrum Master Handheld Spectrum Analyzer
Benchtop features and bandwidth in a handheld spectrum analyzer
The
M>S2721B handheld spectrum analyzer is designed to conduct highly accurate analysis on the new wave of wireless LAN and cellular signals, including 802.11a, 3G, ultra-wideband, WiMAX, and wireless medical patient monitoring systems. The
M>S2721B is ideal for AM and FM broadcast proofing because the wide dynamic range and low phase noise make NRSC measurements on analog and IBOC signals easy with no need for an external carrier notch filter. The
M>S2721B is a small and easy to use portable spectrum analyzer with unprecedented measurement capability for applications up to 7.1 GHz. Weighing in at less than 3.5 kg (7 pounds), it is equally at home on the engineering bench and in the field.
The MS272XB series also includes models covering:
9 kHz to 13 GHz -
M>S2723B
9 kHz to 20 GHz -
M>S2724B
Other members of the B series family include the
M>S2723B that covers up to 13 GHz and the
M>S2724B that covers up to 20 GHz.
Options for this instrument enable the user to add W-CDMA/HSDPA, CDMA, EDVO, DVB-T/H, ISDB-T, GSM/GPRS/EDGE, TD-SCDMA, Fixed WiMAX and Mobile WiMAX measurements. The tracking generator option delivers specified performance from 400 kHz to 7.1 GHz. A GPS receiver can be added to allow measurements to be location-stamped and to greatly improve time base accuracy.
Another option adds spectrogram, signal strength and RSSI. There is an option to add a user definable channel scanner option that is excellent for interference mitigation work in complicated RF environments.
Several smart measurements are built into the
M>S2721B, including channel power, adjacent channel power ratio, Carrier to Interference ratio (C/I), and field strength. In addition, an AM/FM/SSB demodulator is included. Demodulated signals can be monitored using the internal speaker or by using a universal 2.5 mm 3-wire headset, such as used with many cellular telephones.
The
M>S2721B spectrum analyzer has low phase noise of -100 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offsets, best in its class typical DANL of -163 dBm in a 1 Hz RBW, resolution bandwidth (RBW) range of 1 Hz to 3 MHz and video bandwidth (VBW) range of 1 Hz to 3 MHz. It also has the fastest sweep speeds of any spectrum analyzer in its class. It automatically sets the fastest possible sweep speed consistant with accurate measurement results.
The use of Compact Flash memory modules or USB Flash Drives up to 512 MB allows an unlimited number of traces and setups to be stored. Measurements may be stored directly to the compact flash module or the USB Flash drive. A 512 MB module will hold over 20,000 Spectrum Analyzer measurements. Remote programming using the Ethernet 10/100 Base-T connection is provided using SCPI programming. The Ethernet connection gives the user flexibility in remotely operating the instrument using Anritsu's remote access software, shipped with the product. Measurements and setups may be uploaded and downloaded using either the Ethernet or the USB connection.
Quasi-peak detection is included along with CISPR resolution bandwidths.
The
M>S2721B is shipped with a User's Guide, a soft carrying case, an AC - DC Adapter, an Automotive Cigarette Lighter/12 Volt DC Adapter, a CD ROM containing Master Software Tools and USB driver, a USB A-mini B cable, an Ethernet Cable, a rechargeable Li-ion battery pack, a 2 GB USB Flash drive, a type-N male to SMA female adapter, a type-N male to BNC female adapter.
Every
M>S2721B has a one year warranty for parts and labor and is shipped with a certificate of calibration & conformance.
A wide range of accessories are available including an external dual battery charger, part number 2000-1374.

Features & Benefits
- Handheld, battery-operated design
- Large daylight viewable transflective color display
- Built in pre-amplifier (standard)
- Lightweight at only 3.1 kg (6.9 lbs) (typical)
- Best in class Displayed Average Noise Level <-163 dBm typical in a 1 Hz resolution bandwidth at 1 GHz
- Quick Zoom-in, Zoom-out display in 1-2-5 sequence
- RBWs: 1 Hz to 3 MHz in 1-3 sequence
- VBWs: 1 Hz to 3 MHz in 1-3 sequence
- Automatic or manual input attenuator control
- Amplitude Accuracy +/- 0.5 dB typical
- Dedicated smart measurements
- Trace Averaging
- Normal, Max hold, Min hold, user settable averaging (more than 65,000 traces can be averaged!)
- Reference Level Offset
- Three traces
- Multilingual User Interface (English, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Italian)
- Capability to create two custom languages using Master Software Tools and download the languages into the M>S2721B
- Store over 1000 test set-ups internally
- Save over 1000 measurement traces internally
- Save directly to compact Flash or USB Flash Drive
- Alphanumeric labeling of saved measurements
- Automatic time and date stamp of saved data
- Rechargeable/field-replaceable Li-Ion battery
- 6 Markers plus 6 delta markers or choose one marker with 6 delta markers
- Multi-segmented upper and lower limit lines
- 50-ohm Interface standard (75-ohm interface capability - instrument internally corrects for adapter loss)
- RJ45 Ethernet 10/100 Base T and USB 2.0 Interfaces
- AM, FM and SSB demodulation with built-in speaker and headset jack
- Quasi peak detector with CISPR bandwidth included
Applications
Convenient operating procedures, high sensitivity, excellent repeatability and exceptional performance enable the M>S2721B to simplify measurements on wireless systems for easy verification of system compliance. Typical applications include:
- Transmitter Spectrum Analysis - occupied bandwidth, channel power, adjacent channel power ratio and modulation
- Received Signal Analysis - location and identification of in-band interference and out-of-band spurious signals and spectral masks
- Signal Strength Mapping - to determine the most suitable location for antennas, base stations and repeaters
- Field analysis of 3G signals – fast sweep speed, field-swappable battery, smart measurements and daylight-viewable display make the M>S2721B an ideal choice for the challenge of rugged environments
- Broadcast measurement AM & FM analog and IBOC proofing measurements
- Interference mitigation in many diverse situations including wireless patient telemetry in hospitals
- Digital Video testing in DVB-T/H and ISDB-T formats
Options
| Option |
Description |
Option
Ordering Number |
| Option
009 |
RF & Demodulation
Hardware |
M>S2721B-009 |
| Option
19 |
High Accuracy Power
Meter (P>SN50 sensor not included) |
M>S2721B-019 |
| Option
20 |
Tracking Generator |
M>S2721B-020 |
| Option
25 |
Interference Analysis
- provides a spectrogram display, signal strengh with audible tone and
RSSI (received signal strength indication) |
M>S2721B-025 |
| Option
27 |
Channel Scanner -
adds the capability to select up to 20 channels or signals to monitor
(Great for interference mitigation) |
M>S2721B-027 |
| Option
31 |
GPS (includes GPS
antenna) |
M>S2721B-031 |
| Option
33 |
cdmaOne and CDMA2000
1xRTT Over The Air (OTA) Measurements (requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-033 |
| Option
34 |
EVDO Over The Air
(OTA) Measurements (requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-034 |
| Option
35 |
W-CDMA/HSDPA OTA
(requires Opt. 009) |
M>S2721B-035 |
| Option
37 |
Mobile WiMAX Over
the Air (OTA) Measurements (requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-037 |
| Option
38 |
TD-SCDMA, Over the
Air (requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-038 |
| Option
40 |
GSM/GPRS/EDGE RF
Measurement (requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-040 |
| Option
41 |
GSM/GPRS/EDGE Demodulation
(requires Opt. 009) |
M>S2721B-041 |
| Option
42 |
CDMA RF Measurements
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-042 |
| Option
43 |
cdmaOne and CDMA2000
1xRTT Demodulator (requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-043 |
| Option
44 |
W-CDMA/HSDPA RF Measurements
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-044 |
| Option
45 |
W-CDMA Demodulation
(requires Opt. 009) |
M>S2721B-045 |
| Option
46 |
Fixed WiMAX RF Measurements
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-046 |
| Option
47 |
Fixed WiMAX Demodulation
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-047 |
| Option
57 |
DVB-T/H BER Measurements
(requires Option 064) |
M>S2721B-057
|
| Option
60 |
TD-SCDMA RF Measurements
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-60 |
| Option
61 |
TD-SCDMA Demodulation
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-61 |
| Option
62 |
EVDO RF Measurements
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-062
|
| Option
63 |
EVDO Demodulator
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-063 |
| Option
64 |
DVB-T/H Digital
Video Measurements (requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-064 |
| Option
65 |
W-CDMA/HSDPA Demod
(requires Opt. 009) |
M>S2721B-065 |
| Option
66 |
Mobile WiMAX RF Measurements
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-066 |
| Option
67 |
Mobile WiMAX Demodulator
(requires Option 009) |
M>S2721B-067 |
| Option
78 |
DVB-T/H SFN Measurement |
M>S2721B-078 |
| Option 0541 |
LTE RF Measurements |
M>S2721B-0541 |
| Option 0542 |
LTE Modulation Measurements |
M>S2721B-0542 |
| Option 0546 |
LTE Over-the-Air (OTA) Measurements |
M>S2721B-0546 |
Master Software Tools (MST)
- Transfer saved measurements, along with markers and limit lines, to a PC for further analysis
- Modify display parameters, overlay multiple traces, upload and download traces, print traces and data on local or networked printers
- Quickly modify and add limit lines and markers
- Compare multiple traces using drag, drop, and trace overlay features
- Create or modify language files and convert .dat files to the new .vna file format
- Save and manipulate test data for production or laboratory reports
- Export or save measurement data as text or graphic files for use in spreadsheets, reports or other presentation formats
- Capture live traces and view them on the PC.
- Add two custom languages
- Automatic updates with the latest firmware available via the Anritsu website
- Handle long file names for easy, descriptive data labeling
See downloads list below for Master Software Tools
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All downloads for this Product- Application Note - Advanced Spectrum Analyzer Marker Measurements - 362 KB
- Application Note - Direction finding - 1,381 KB
- Application Note - Handheld Power Measurements - 2,433 KB
- Application Note - Practical Tips on HSDPA Measurements - 1,777 KB
- Application Note - Solving your radio frequency interference problems - 1,912 KB
- Application Note - using Anritsu's Spectrum Master and Economy Bench Spectrum Analyzers to Measure SSB Noise and Jitter - 324 KB
- Brochure - DVB-T/H Options for Spectrum and BTS Master - 1,090 KB
- Brochure - Handheld RF and Microwave Analyzers: Site Master, Cell Master and Spectrum Master - 4,679 KB
- Brochure - LTE Test & Measurement Solutions - 2,737 KB
- Brochure - RF and Microwave Instruments - 631 KB
- Brochure - Spectrum Master High Performance Handheld Spectrum Analysis to 20 GHz - 3,185 KB
- Brochure Insert - CDMA/EVDO for Spectrum Master and BTS Master - 991 KB
- Catalog - Test and Measurement Product 2009 - 28,535 KB
- Data Sheet - MS2721B Digital Video Broadcast Options - 1,909 KB
- Guide to Spectrum Analysis
- Guides - Base Station Troubleshooting Guides
- Guides - Interference Troubleshooting Guide
- Maintenance Manual - MS2721B Spectrum Master - 8,285 KB
- Measurement Guide - 3GPP Signal Analyzer - 5,383 KB
- Measurement Guide - 3GPP2 Signal Analyzer - 3,436 KB
- Measurement Guide - Digital Television Signal Analyzer for Handheld Instruments - 11,689 KB - NEW
- Measurement Guide - Power Meters - 984 KB
- Measurement Guide - Spectrum Analyzer for Anritsu's RF and Microwave Handheld Instruments - 10,898 KB
- Measurement Guide - WiMAX Signal Analyzer - 4,655 KB
- Product Catalog 2007 - Handheld/Portable Field Instruments - 20,765 KB
- Programming Manual - MS272XB Series Spectrum Analyzers - 882 KB
- Selection Guide - Signal and Spectrum Analyzers - 980 KB
- Shortform Catalogue - Test and Measurement Solutions
- Software - Handheld Software Tools
- Software - Master Software Tools
- Solutions Catalog - HSPA/HSPA Evolution Test & Measurement Solutions - 3,080 KB
- Solutions Catalog - LTE Test & Measurement Solutions - 2,738 KB
- Technical Datasheet - MS2721B Spectrum Master Handheld Spectrum Analyzer - 2,652 KB
- Technical Note - PSN50 High Accuracy Power Meter - 430 KB
- Technical Note - The Basis of Spectrum Analyzers - 515 KB
- Troubleshooting Guide - Cable, Antenna and Component Troubleshooting Guide - 4,624 KB
- User Guide - Phase Noise Measurement Software - 2,406 KB
- User's Guide - MS272XB Series Handheld Spectrum Analyzers - 7,671 KB