The Advantest R3273 is a high-performance spectrum analyzer covering a wide frequency range from 100 Hz to 26.5 GHz. Designed to meet the stringent demands of 3rd Generation Mobile (IMT-2000), microwave digital broadcast, and high-speed multimedia mobile access, the R3273 features outstanding dynamic range, precise span accuracy, and optional digital modulation analysis capabilities.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB, RS-232, VGA out, Parallel (Centronics), PCMCIA Card Slot |
| Display | 8.4-inch color TFT LCD |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 to 120 VAC / 220 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, <= 350 VA |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +50°C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 424 mm (W) x 177 mm (H) x 450 mm (D) |
| Weight | 22 |
Frequency Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100 Hz to 26.5 GHz |
| Dynamic Range in the 2 GHz Band | -145 dBc/Hz (typical) |
Resolution and Video Bandwidths (RBW/VBW)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range | 1 Hz to 10 MHz |
Amplitude and Dynamic Range Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| W-CDMA ACP Measurement Performance | 70 dB (typical, at 5 MHz offset) |
Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Impedance | 50 ohms |
| RF Input Connector Type | 3.5 mm (female) |
Measurement Capabilities and Software Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Digital Demodulation Options | PHS, PDC, IS-136, DECT, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, IS-95, cdma2000, Bluetooth, W-CDMA (3GPP) |
| Occupied Bandwidth (OBW) Measurement | Supported (one-button measurement) |
| Adjacent Channel Power (ACP) Measurement | Supported (one-button measurement) |
| Channel Power Measurement | Supported (one-button measurement) |
Interfaces and Data Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPIB Interface | Standard (IEEE-488 compliant) |
| RS-232C Interface | Standard |
| External VGA Monitor Output | D-Sub 15-pin (standard) |
| Memory Card Slot | PCMCIA Type II (standard) |
Physical and Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -20°C to +60°C |
| Relative Humidity | 85% or less (non-condensing) |
| Power Supply Frequency | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) | -140 dBm (10 MHz to 3.0 GHz, RBW 10 Hz) |
| SSB Phase Noise | ≤ -113 dBc/Hz (10 kHz offset, f ≤ 2.6 GHz) |
| Detection Modes | Normal, Positive Peak, Negative Peak, Sample, RMS |
| Third-Order Intercept (TOI) | +16 dBm (at 2 GHz) |
Receiver/Input
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Attenuator Range | 0 to 75 dB in 5 dB steps |
| Maximum Safe RF Input Power | +30 dBm (average, RF attenuation ≥ 10 dB) |
Sweep
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Time (Span > 0 Hz) | 20 ms to 1000 s |
| Sweep Time (Zero Span) | 50 µs to 1000 s |
| Sweep Trigger Sources | Free Run, Line, External, Video, Gate |
| Number of Display Points | 1001 points |
Bandwidth
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range | 1 Hz to 10 MHz |
| EMI Filter Bandwidths (6 dB) | 200 Hz, 9 kHz, 120 kHz, 1 MHz |
Frequency Reference
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard Reference Aging Rate | ±2 × 10^-8 / day |
| Standard Reference Temperature Stability | ±1 × 10^-7 (0 to 50 °C) |
| High Stability Reference Aging Rate | ±5 × 10^-10 / day (Option 21) |
| External Reference Input Frequency | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Input Level | -10 dBm to +10 dBm |
| Calibrator Output Frequency | 20 MHz |
| Calibrator Output Level | -20 dBm ±0.3 dB |
Trigger/Gate
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Modes | Free Run, Line, External, Video, Gate |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | ≤ 350 VA |
Amplitude
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum DC Input Voltage | 0 V |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Keyboard Connector | 6-pin mini-DIN (PS/2) |
| Printer Connector | 25-pin D-sub (Centronics) |
| External Trigger Input Connector | BNC female |
| Gate Input Connector | BNC female |
Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Option 21 | High Stability Reference Oscillator (aging ±5 x 10^-9/day) |
| Option 22 | High Stability Reference Oscillator (aging ±2 x 10^-10/day) |
| Option 23 | High Stability Reference Oscillator (aging ±5 x 10^-10/day) |
| Option 61 | W-CDMA Demodulation Software |
| Option 62 | cdmaOne Demodulation Software |
| Option 63 | GSM/DCS1800/1900 Demodulation Software |
| Option 64 | PDC/PHS/IS-136 Demodulation Software |
| Option 65 | cdma2000 Demodulation Software |
Technology
Superheterodyne Spectrum Analysis & Digital Modulation Analysis
Applications
Research, development, production line testing, and deployment of RF and microwave communication devices, modules, and infrastructure equipment.
Looking for the Advantest R3273?
Tell us what you need. We're building a network of equipment dealers and will get back to you if we can help source it — no obligation.
Selling this kind of equipment? Sell with us