The Anritsu MS9740A is a benchtop optical spectrum analyzer designed for evaluating active and passive optical devices. Covering a wavelength range of 600 nm to 1750 nm, it offers high-speed measurements, completing sweeps and data transfers to external control equipment in under 0.2 seconds. It features a minimum resolution of 30 pm, supports both single-mode and multimode fibers, and provides a wide dynamic range, making it highly effective for manufacturing and component testing.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
Interfaces6x USB, Ethernet, GPIB, VGA output
Display8.4-inch

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100-120 V / 200-240 V, 50/60 Hz, ≤75 VA
Operating Temperature5 to 45
Dimensions (W×H×D)426 × 177 × 350 mm
Weight15 kg max

Wavelength Characteristics

ParameterValue
Wavelength Range600 nm to 1750 nm
Minimum Wavelength Resolution30 pm

Level Characteristics

ParameterValue
Dynamic Range58 dB (0.4 nm from peak wavelength)

Sweep and Measurement Specifications

ParameterValue
Sweep Time< 0.2 s (5 nm span, passive optical devices)

Optical Input

ParameterValue
Applicable Fiber TypeSingle Mode (SM) and Multi Mode (MM)

Measurement Functions

ParameterValue
Analysis ApplicationsEvaluation of active and passive optical devices
CalibrationBuilt-in wavelength calibration function

Interfaces and Storage

ParameterValue
Data Export / OutputBuilt-in screen hard copy function

Optical Performance

ParameterValue
Wavelength Accuracy±20 pm (1520 to 1620 nm)
Level Accuracy±0.4 dB (1310 nm and 1550 nm)
Maximum Input Power+23 dBm
Polarization Dependency±0.05 dB (1550 / 1600 nm)
Optical Return Loss>35 dB (with SM fiber)
Level Linearity±0.05 dB (-50 to 0 dBm, 1550 nm)
Level Flatness±0.1 dB (1520 to 1620 nm)

Environmental

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature-20 to +60 °C

Measurement Parameters

ParameterValue
Sweep Width (Span)0 nm, 0.2 to 1200 nm
Data Points (Sampling)51, 101, 251, 501, 1001, 2001, 5001, 10001, 20001, 50001
Level Scale0.1 to 10 dB/div (Log), 1 to 100%/div (Linear)

Inputs & Outputs

ParameterValue
Optical ConnectorUser replaceable (FC, SC, ST, DIN, or LC by option)

Options & Accessories

ParameterValue
Internal Reference Light SourceWavelength reference source for calibration (requires Option 002)

Power

ParameterValue
Power Consumption≤ 75 VA

Technology

Optical Spectrum Analysis

Applications

Active and Passive Optical Device Testing, Fiber Optics Manufacturing