The Rohde & Schwarz PR100 is a highly sensitive portable receiver designed for radiomonitoring, interference hunting, and transmitter localization in the field. Operating over a wide frequency range up to 7.5 GHz, it combines real-time spectrum analysis with compact, battery-powered operation for demanding mobile applications.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | LAN (10/100 Base-T), USB (mini-B), SD card slot, 3.5 mm headphone jack, external power supply input |
| Display | 6.5" color LCD, VGA (640 × 480 pixels) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC external adapter (50 Hz to 60 Hz) / 19 V DC input to device; internal Lithium-ion battery |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to +50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 320 mm × 192 mm × 62 mm |
| Weight | 3.5 kg |
Frequency
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 7.5 GHz |
| Tuning Resolution | 1 Hz |
Receiver Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Real-time Bandwidth | 10 MHz |
| IF Spectrum Span | 10 kHz to 10 MHz |
| Demodulation Bandwidths | 150 Hz to 500 kHz |
| Demodulation Modes | AM, FM, LSB, USB, CW |
| Measurement Modes | Fixed Frequency, Frequency Scan, Channel Scan |
RF Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| RF Input Impedance | 50 Ω |
| RF Input Connector | N female |
| Maximum Input Level | +20 dBm (preamplifier off, RF attenuation ≥ 10 dB) |
| RF Attenuation Range | 0 dB to 40 dB in 10 dB steps |
| RF Preamplifier Gain | 20 dB (nominal, switchable) |
| Noise Figure (1.5 MHz to 30 MHz) | < 15 dB (typ. 12 dB, preamplifier off) |
| Noise Figure (30 MHz to 3 GHz) | < 12 dB (typ. 7 dB, preamplifier off) |
| Noise Figure (3 GHz to 7.5 GHz) | < 15 dB (typ. 10 dB, preamplifier off) |
| Third-Order Intercept Point (IP3) (30 MHz to 3 GHz) | typ. +10 dBm (preamplifier off) |
| Third-Order Intercept Point (IP3) (3 GHz to 7.5 GHz) | typ. +10 dBm (preamplifier off) |
| Second-Order Intercept Point (IP2) (30 MHz to 3 GHz) | typ. +40 dBm (preamplifier off) |
| RF Input VSWR | < 2.0 (f < 1.5 GHz), < 2.5 (f >= 1.5 GHz) |
| Image Rejection | > 70 dB (typ. 80 dB) |
| IF Rejection | > 70 dB (typ. 80 dB) |
| Phase Noise | < -100 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset (f <= 1 GHz) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +70 °C |
| Protection Class | IP51 (when placed in protective carrying bag) |
| Vibration Resistance | Meets MIL-STD-810F, Method 514.5, Procedure I |
| Shock Resistance | Meets MIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5, Procedure I |
Power & Electrical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Operating Time | approx. 4 hours |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Control Interface | LAN (10/100 Base-T) |
| Remote Control Protocol | SCPI |
Memory & Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Memory Support | SD card (up to 32 GB) |
| Data Recording Formats | IQ data, spectrum data, audio (WAV), screenshots (BMP) |
Audio & Output
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Audio Output | Built-in speaker, 3.5 mm headphone jack |
Configurations & Options
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPS Support Option | R&S PR100-GPS (external GPS receiver) |
| Internal Recording Option | R&S PR100-IR |
| Direction Finding Option | R&S PR100-DF (frequency range 20 MHz to 6 GHz) |
Measurement Speed
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Scan Speed | up to 150 channels/s |
| Panorama Scan Speed | up to 2.5 GHz/s (with R&S PR100-PS option) |
Frequency Reference
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Reference Temperature Stability | ±0.5 ppm (0 °C to +50 °C) |
| Internal Reference Aging | ±1.0 ppm/year |
Demodulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| BFO Tuning Range | ±8 kHz (10 Hz steps) |
| Squelch Range | -30 dBµV to +130 dBµV (signal strength) |
Power Supply
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External DC Input Range | 19 V to 32 V DC |
| Power Consumption | typ. 12 W (without battery charging), max. 28 W (with battery charging) |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Antenna Control Interface | 15-pin D-Sub connector for active directional antennas |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Lithium-Ion Battery Pack | 7.2 V, 9 Ah (R&S PR100-BP) |
| Battery Charging Time | Approx. 4 hours (when receiver is switched off) |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| EMC Compliance | Meets EN 55011 (Class B), EN 61326-1, EN 301 489-1 |
| Safety Compliance | Meets EN 61010-1 |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Level Measurement Uncertainty (9 kHz to 3 GHz) | < 1.0 dB (typ. 0.5 dB) for RF levels > -100 dBm (preamplifier off) |
| Level Measurement Uncertainty (3 GHz to 7.5 GHz) | < 1.5 dB (typ. 1.0 dB) for RF levels > -90 dBm (preamplifier off) |
Technology
Superheterodyne Receiver with Digital IF and Real-time FFT Spectrum
Applications
Interference Hunting, Radiomonitoring, and Transmitter Localization
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