The Rohde & Schwarz FSU67 is a high-performance spectrum analyzer designed for demanding RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave applications, offering an exceptional direct frequency range from 20 Hz up to 67 GHz. Utilizing fundamental mixing over its entire frequency span, it eliminates the need for external harmonic mixers, thereby simplifying test setups and avoiding image and multiple responses. With its wide resolution bandwidth, low noise floor, high display linearity, and a comprehensive suite of measurement functions, the FSU67 provides outstanding accuracy and speed for advanced signal analysis.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesGPIB (IEEE-488.2), LAN (10/100 Base-T), USB 2.0, VGA, RS-232, PS/2
Display21 cm (8.4") TFT color SVGA LCD, 800 x 600 pixels

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz / 400 Hz
Operating Temperature5 °C to 40 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)435 mm × 192 mm × 460 mm

Frequency Specifications

ParameterValue
Frequency Range20 Hz to 67 GHz
Frequency Resolution0.01 Hz
Frequency Span Range0 Hz (zero span), 10 Hz to 67 GHz
Frequency Span Accuracy0.1%
Reference Frequency Aging Rate1 x 10^-7 per year (standard); 2 x 10^-9 per year (with Option FSU-B4)
Reference Frequency Temperature Stability1 x 10^-6 (standard, +5 °C to +45 °C); 1 x 10^-9 (with Option FSU-B4)
Marker Frequency Counter Resolution0.1 Hz to 10 kHz (selectable)

Spectral Purity and Noise

ParameterValue
Residual FM< 1 Hz (rms) in 0.1 s
System Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) at 2 GHz-152 dBm (1 Hz)

Amplitude and Dynamic Range Specifications

ParameterValue
Amplitude Measurement RangeDANL to +30 dBm
Maximum Safe RF Input Level (Power)+30 dBm (1 W)
Maximum Safe DC Input Voltage0 V
Third-Order Intercept Point (TOI)> 20 dBm (typical, at 2 GHz)
Input Attenuator Range0 dB to 75 dB
Input Attenuator Steps5 dB
Display Linearity< 0.1 dB
Reference Level Range-130 dBm to +30 dBm

Bandwidth (RBW / VBW)

ParameterValue
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Range1 Hz to 50 MHz
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) Steps1, 2, 3, 5 sequence
FFT Filter Range1 Hz to 30 kHz
Channel Filter Range100 Hz to 5 MHz
Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range1 Hz to 10 MHz
Video Bandwidth (VBW) Steps1, 2, 3, 5 sequence
Filter TypesGaussian, Flat-top, EMI (6 dB), Channel, FFT

Sweep and Trigger

ParameterValue
Sweep Time Range (Span > 0)2.5 ms to 16000 s
Sweep Time Range (Zero Span)1 µs to 16000 s
Sweep Trigger SourcesFree Run, Video, External, Line, IF Power
Number of Sweep Points155 to 30001 (selectable)

Measurement and Detection Functions

ParameterValue
Detector TypesMax Peak, Min Peak, Auto Peak, Sample, RMS, Average, Quasi-Peak
Trace FunctionsClear/Write, Max Hold, Min Hold, Average, View, Blank
Number of Concurrent Traces3
Standard Measurement SuitesChannel Power (CP), Adjacent Channel Power (ACP), Occupied Bandwidth (OBW), Spectrum Emission Mask (SEM), Third-Order Intercept (TOI), Harmonic Distortion, Spurious Emissions
Marker FunctionsPeak, Next Peak, Delta, Band Power, Noise Marker, Marker Table, Frequency Counter
Power Sensor CompatibilityDirect connection of R&S NRP series power sensors (Option R&S FS-K9 and R&S NRP-Z6 required)
External Generator ControlSupported (allows external microwave generator to act as tracking generator for scalar network measurements)

RF Inputs and Outputs

ParameterValue
RF Input Connector Type1.85 mm female, coaxial
RF Input Impedance50 Ω
External Reference Input Frequency1 MHz to 20 MHz (in 1 MHz steps)
External Reference Output Frequency10 MHz
IF Output Frequency21.4 MHz

Digital Connectivity and Interfaces

ParameterValue
GPIB InterfaceIEEE-488.2
LAN Port10/100 Base-T (RJ-45)
USB Host PortsUSB 2.0 (Type A)
Display OutputVGA (D-Sub 15-pin)
SCPI Command Language CompatibilityYes

User Interface and Display

ParameterValue
Display TypeTFT Color LCD
Display Size21 cm (8.4 in)
Display Resolution800 x 600 pixels (SVGA)

Power and Mechanical

ParameterValue
AC Power Input Voltage100 V to 240 V AC
AC Power Line Frequency50 Hz to 60 Hz / 400 Hz
Power ConsumptionTyp. 150 W (without options)
Form Factor4U 19-inch Rackmount

Environmental and Standards Compliance

ParameterValue
Storage Temperature Range-40 °C to +70 °C
Recommended Calibration Cycle1 Year

Technology

Spectrum Analysis

Applications

RF, Microwave, and Millimeter-wave Signal Analysis