The Anritsu Site Master S331D is a handheld cable and antenna analyzer (Site Master series) covering 25 MHz to 4.0 GHz. It provides Return Loss/SWR, Cable Loss and Frequency Domain Reflectometry (FDR) Distance-to-Fault (DTF) analysis for installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of wireless base station cabling and antennas.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesRS-232 serial
DisplayDaylight-viewable TFT color display

Physical

ParameterValue
Power SupplyRechargeable field-replaceable battery; AC adapter/charger; 12 V automobile (cigarette-lighter) adapter optional (accessory), not included
Weightunder 5 lb (including battery)

Product Identification

ParameterValue
ManufacturerAnritsu
Model Name / NumberSite Master S331D
Product DescriptionHandheld Site Master cable and antenna analyzer with return loss/VSWR, cable loss, and FDR DTF measurements
Primary ApplicationInstallation, provisioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of wireless base station cable and antenna systems

Performance — General Measurement

ParameterValue
Frequency Range25 MHz to 4.0 GHz
Return Loss Range0.00 to 60.00 dB
Return Loss Resolution0.01 dB
VSWR Range1.00 to 65.00
VSWR Resolution0.01
Cable Loss Range0.00 to 30.00 dB
Cable Loss Resolution0.01 dB
Measurement Display Vertical RangeReturn Loss: 0.00 to 60.00 dB; VSWR: 1.00 to 65.00

Measurement Functions & Algorithms

ParameterValue
Measurement Modes / CapabilitiesReturn Loss/SWR, Cable Loss, Frequency Domain Reflectometry (FDR) Distance-to-Fault (DTF); optional power meter
Built-in Average Cable LossBuilt-in automatic average cable loss calculation
DTF / Fault LocationFrequency Domain Reflectometry (FDR) DTF analysis to locate faults accurately
Long-range Fault Location CapabilityLocate long-range problems using up to 517 data points
Power Measurement Options SummaryOptional broadband power monitor (Option 5) with inline/terminating sensors; no High Accuracy Power Meter (Option 19) for S331D

Data Acquisition, Storage & Reporting

ParameterValue
Number of Data Points (trace lengths)130, 259, 517
Trace Labelling & StampingAlphanumeric labeling of saved measurements; automatic time and date stamp
Trace Points Options and Effect130, 259 or 517 points selectable; horizontal range and resolution depend on point count and frequency span
Automatic Time & Date StampAutomatic time and date stamping of saved data

Performance Specifications (Accuracy & Uncertainty)

ParameterValue
Corrected Directivity After Calibration>42 dB

Display, User Interface & Controls

ParameterValue
Distance UnitsMeters and feet
Built-in Signal & Cable StandardsBuilt-in cable lists (user-editable); no built-in signal standards
Display Type (marketing)Monochrome transflective LCD (daylight-viewable)

Physical / Mechanical

ParameterValue
Handheld DesignHandheld, battery-operated design intended for field use
Weight (marketing)Weighs less than 5 pounds (including battery)

Interfaces

ParameterValue
External Interfaces MentionedRS-232; AC/DC power input; 12 V automobile adapter input

Power & Battery

ParameterValue
Field Replaceable BatteryRechargeable, field-replaceable battery

User Documentation & Support

ParameterValue
User Documentation IncludedUser's guide included

Technology

Frequency Domain Reflectometry (FDR)

Applications

Installation, provisioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of wireless base station cable and antenna systems (VHF, paging, cellular, PCS/GSM, 3G, ISM, WLAN, WLL, broadcast)