The Rohde & Schwarz FSUP50 is a high-performance Signal Source Analyzer and Spectrum Analyzer operating in the frequency range of 20 Hz to 50 GHz. Combining the capabilities of a top-tier spectrum analyzer with a highly sensitive phase noise tester utilizing the PLL method, the FSUP50 is designed for complete characterization of oscillators and analysis of analog/digital modulated signals.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE 488.2), LAN (10/100 Base-T), USB 2.0, VGA, RS-232, PS/2 |
| Display | 8.4" color SVGA TFT LCD, 800 × 600 pixels |
| Display Resolution | 800 × 600 pixels (SVGA) |
| Hard Disk Type | Removable HDD |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz to 400 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C to 40 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 435 mm × 192 mm × 460 mm |
| Weight | 17.5 kg |
Frequency and Signal Input
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 50 GHz |
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Input VSWR (10 MHz to 3.6 GHz) | < 1.5 |
| Input VSWR (3.6 GHz to 8 GHz) | < 1.8 |
| Input VSWR (8 GHz to 26.5 GHz) | < 2.0 |
| Input VSWR (26.5 GHz to 50 GHz) | < 2.5 |
| Maximum Safe Input Level (RF Power) | +30 dBm (1 W) with attenuation ≥ 10 dB |
| Maximum Safe Input Level (DC Voltage) | 0 V |
| RF Attenuator Range | 0 dB to 75 dB |
| RF Attenuator Step Size | 5 dB |
| RF Input Connector Type | 2.4 mm female |
Phase Noise Measurement Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Phase Noise Measurement Frequency Range | 1 MHz to 50 GHz (extendable to 110 GHz with external mixers) |
| Phase Noise Offset Frequency Range | 1 Hz to 30 MHz (10 mHz to 30 MHz with option R&S FSUP-B60 or R&S FSUP-B61) |
| Phase Noise Sensitivity at 1 GHz (10 Hz Offset) | <-120 dBc/Hz (with cross-correlation option, typ. -134 dBc/Hz) |
| Phase Noise Sensitivity at 1 GHz (1 kHz Offset) | <-146 dBc/Hz (with cross-correlation option, typ. -152 dBc/Hz) |
| Phase Noise Sensitivity at 1 GHz (10 kHz Offset) | <-158 dBc/Hz (with cross-correlation option, typ. -160 dBc/Hz) |
| Phase Noise Sensitivity at 1 GHz (1 MHz Offset) | <-165 dBc/Hz (with cross-correlation option) |
| Phase Noise Sensitivity at 1 GHz (10 MHz Offset) | <-170 dBc/Hz (with cross-correlation option) |
| Cross-Correlation Maximum Number of Averages | Up to 10000 |
| Measurement Accuracy | ±1.5 dB (typical, offset < 10 MHz) |
| AM Noise Measurement Range | 1 Hz to 30 MHz offset |
| Baseband Noise Measurement Range | 1 Hz to 30 MHz |
VCO Characterization
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tuning Voltage (Vtune) Range | -10 V to +28 V |
| Tuning Voltage Resolution | 100 μV |
| Tuning Voltage Maximum Current | 20 mA |
| Supply Voltage (Vsupply) Range | 0 V to +16 V |
| Supply Voltage Resolution | 1 mV |
| Supply Voltage Maximum Current | 200 mA |
| VCO Parameter Sweeps | Frequency vs. voltage, Tuning slope, Sensitivity, Push/Pull (supply rejection) |
| Tuning Voltage (Vtune) Noise Density | < 10 nV/√Hz (at 10 kHz offset) |
| Supply Voltage (Vsupply) Noise Density | < 100 nV/√Hz (at 10 kHz offset) |
| Measured VCO Parameters | Frequency, Tuning Sensitivity, Output Power, Current, RF Phase Noise |
Transient and Allan Variance Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transient Frequency Range | 10 MHz to 50 GHz |
| Jitter Analysis Integration Range | User-configurable integration limits |
Spectrum Analyzer Mode
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Video Bandwidth (VBW) Range | 1 Hz to 10 MHz |
| Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL) | <-150 dBm (at 1 GHz, 1 Hz RBW, preamplifier off) |
Internal Reference Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Reference Frequency | 10 MHz |
| External Reference Input Frequency | 1 MHz to 20 MHz (in 1 Hz steps) |
Connectivity & Peripheral Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tuning Voltage Output Connector | BNC female (on front panel) |
| Supply Voltage Output Connector | BNC female (on front panel) |
| External Reference Input Connector | BNC female (rear panel) |
| External Reference Output Connector | BNC female (rear panel) |
| Baseband Noise Input Connector | BNC female (front panel) |
| IF Output Port | BNC female, 21.4 MHz (rear panel) |
| Trigger Input Connector | BNC female (rear panel) |
| Trigger Output Connector | BNC female (rear panel) |
Software and Post-Processing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supported Measurement Applications | Phase Noise, VCO Characterization, Transient Analysis, Spectrum Analysis, Vector Signal Analysis (optional) |
| VCO Characterization Suite | Automated measurement of frequency, tuning slope, power, and supply current vs. Vtune |
| Transient Analysis Software | Frequency and phase settling vs. time with extensive trigger modes |
| Remote Control Command Set | SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) |
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Line Voltage Range | 100 V to 240 V AC (nominal) |
| Line Frequency | 50 Hz to 400 Hz |
Physical and Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +70 °C |
Certifications and Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards Compliance | IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1 |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) | EN 55011 Class B, EN 61326-1 |
| Recommended Calibration Cycle | 12 months |
Phase Noise Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Phase Noise Offset Range with Option FSUP-B60 | 1 mHz to 30 MHz |
System
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows XP Embedded |
| Hard Disk Drive Capacity | ≥ 40 GB (removable hard disk standard or option FSUP-B18) |
Spectrum Analyzer
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Sweep Points | 101 to 30001 |
| Resolution Bandwidth Filter Types | Gaussian (3 dB), EMI (6 dB), Channel, RRC, FFT |
| Detector Types | Max Peak, Min Peak, Auto Peak, Sample, RMS, Average, Quasi-Peak |
| Sweep Time Range (Frequency Domain) | 2.5 ms to 16000 s |
| Sweep Time Range (Time Domain) | 1 µs to 16000 s |
Baseband Noise Measurement
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Baseband Input Frequency Range | 1 Hz to 30 MHz |
| Baseband Input Impedance | 50 Ω / 1 MΩ (switchable) |
| Baseband Input Maximum Input Voltage | 1 V (RMS) / 10 V (DC) |
VCO Tester
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Tuning Voltage Source Impedance | < 0.1 Ω |
| Supply Voltage Source Impedance | < 0.1 Ω |
Remote Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Set Compatibility | R&S FSU, R&S FSP, HP 8566B/8568B/8560E/8561E/8562E/8563E/8564E/8565E (emulation) |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Mixer Support | Supported up to 110 GHz (with option FSUP-B21) |
Receiver & Spectrum Analyzer
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Preamplifier Option | 20 dB gain up to 26.5 GHz (with option FSUP-B23) |
Measurement Demodulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| I/Q Demodulation Bandwidth | 10 MHz (standard), 28 MHz (with option FSUP-B28) |
RF Input
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| YIG Preselector | Built-in (3.6 GHz to 50 GHz), bypassable |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Noise Source Drive Voltage | 28 V (pulsed, rear BNC) |
| User Port | 25-pin D-Sub, for control of external devices |
| GPIB Interface Connector | 24-pin Amphenol (IEEE 488) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Operating Altitude | 4600 m |
| Maximum Storage Altitude | 12000 m |
Technology
Phase-Locked Loop (PLL) Phase Noise Measurement & Heterodyne Spectrum Analysis
Applications
Signal Source Analysis, Phase Noise Measurement, and VCO Characterization