• 1MHz to 1300MHz (PSA1303) or 2700MHz (PSA2703) frequency range
• Resolution bandwidths of 300Hz to 10MHz 1:3:10
• -115dBm typical noise floor at -40dBm reference level
• Measurement in dBm or dBµV, mV or µW
• Zero span mode with AM and FM audio demodulation
• Trace modes of normal, peak hold and trace average
• Live, View (copy) and Reference traces in contrasting colours
• Twin markers with readout of absolute & difference values
• Smart marker movement with selectable peak tracking
• Frequency counter with 10Hz Resolution
• Frequency presets and independent state storage
• Auto-find automatically sets sweep parameters for the highest signal found
• Unlimited storage for waveforms, set-ups and screens
• User assignable file names, file stamping from real-time clock
• USB interfaces for Flash drives and PC connection
• Comprehensive status and context sensitive help screens
• Up to 6 hours continuous battery operation from a charge
• Smaller and lighter than other spectrum analyzers (weight only 0.58 kg)

RF Spectrum Analyzer (1MHz-2700MHz)

A lightweight and truly handheld instrument that incorporates an extensive feature set. A ruggedized casing with a removable sunscreen/screen protector to enhance field use. The 4.3” TFT LCD display with a 3-row hierarchical menu system provides rapid access to all features. Additional Hard keys are provided for marker movement and shortcuts to major functions. On time is almost instant with the first sweep available in under 2 seconds. The addition of the U01 upgrade adds additional limit lines and patterns, data Logging, Sweep Triggers, Compensation tables, Custom Pre-sets, and View on PC capability.

Intuitive Menu System

Ease of use was a major consideration in the design of the PSA Series 3. The menu system provides rapid access to menu groups, each of which has sub-menus, each with its own function keys. Function keys perform direct actions or create pop-up menus or dialogue boxes. Frequencies can be set by direct numeric entry, or by a digit increment system.

Centre, Start, and Stop can be stepped by any chosen increment. Span can be zoomed. Single key shortcuts include Set to Peak, Set to Marker, and Set between Markers (Start=M1, Stop=M2). Frequency presets enable fast changes between frequently used sweep ranges.

Live, View, and Reference Traces

A view trace and reference trace can be displayed in addition to the live trace using contrasting colors for clarity. Any number of traces can be saved to memory and rapidly recalled to the screen. Trace states are saved in addition to the traces and can be recalled separately.

Smart Marker Movement

Dual markers provide an on-screen readout of frequency and level including difference values. The markers can be set to specified frequency values, scrolled across the screen, or set to automatically find peaks. A peak tracking mode is also provided which will track the highest peak in the sweep despite changing frequency. Marker amplitude readout can be in graticule units (dBm or dBµV) or in linear units (mV or µW).

Test Bridge PSA

Test Bridge PSA is a free application operating under Windows that provides useful file display and creation facilities. Test Bridge can display trace files that can be printed or exported to other applications. For instruments with option U01 fitted, Test Bridge provides full display and analysis of logging files, create limit pattern files, channel marker lists, and compensation tables, display live PSA screen updates.