The Rohde & Schwarz FSH8 is a rugged, lightweight, and highly capable handheld spectrum analyzer designed specifically for field use. Covering a frequency range up to 8 GHz, it is tailored for the startup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of transmitter stations. Depending on the exact version, it offers an internal tracking generator, a VSWR bridge, and even full two-port network analysis capabilities, making it a highly versatile instrument for outdoor rf and microwave work.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB, LAN |
| Display | 6.5-inch TFT color LCD, 640 × 480 pixels |
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | Li-ion battery |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 194 mm × 300 mm × 69 mm |
| Weight | 3 kg |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 8 GHz (versions .08, .18); 100 kHz to 8 GHz (version .28) |
| Reference Frequency Aging | < 1 ppm / year |
| Reference Frequency Initial Accuracy | < 1 ppm |
Tracking Generator (Optional)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tracking Generator | Internal (versions .18 and .28) |
| VSWR Bridge | Internal (version .28) |
Inputs and Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Connector | Type N (female) |
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
Data Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Storage Support | SD card |
Power Supply
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Battery Operating Time | Up to 4.5 h |
Software
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| PC Software | R&S FSH4View |
Physical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight (Including Battery) | 3 kg |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Safe Input Power | +30 dBm (1 W) continuous |
| Maximum Safe DC Voltage | 50 V |
| External Reference Input | 10 MHz (BNC female) |
| External Trigger Input | BNC female, TTL level |
Data Processing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Detectors | Max Peak, Min Peak, Auto Peak, Sample, RMS |
| Trace Functions | Clear/Write, Max Hold, Min Hold, Average, View |
| Markers | Up to 6 markers or delta markers |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Protection Class | IP51 |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 6.5 inches (diagonal) |
| Display Resolution | 640 × 480 pixels (VGA color LCD) |
Measurement Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Audio Demodulation | AM and FM (via internal speaker or 3.5 mm headphone jack) |
Options & Upgrades
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Software Options (Application Specific) | Spectrogram (FSH-K14), Interference Analysis (FSH-K15), Distance-to-Fault (FSH-K41), Vector Network Analysis (FSH-K42), Receiver Mode (FSH-K43) |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1, UL 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | EN 61326-1, EN 55011 (Group 1, Class B) |
Applications
Field measurements, outdoor work, startup and maintenance of transmitter stations