Arinst SSA-TG LC R2 is a panoramic spectrum analyzer (RF multimeter) designed to display signal spectrums in the frequency range from 36 MHz to 5990 MHz.
The analyzer finds the amplitude and frequency of spectral components of the analyzed process. Spectrum analyzer can operate with signals for all widely used technologies: Wi-Fi, 2G, 3G, 4G, LTE, CDMA, DCS, GSM, GPRS, GLONASS and others.
Another important feature is the presence of additional capabilities of the tracking generator, which makes it possible to measure the frequency response of passive or active devices, for example filters or amplifiers. The software allows measuring SWR and return loss module. This requires an external directional coupler and a set of calibration measures.
You can download the instructions here www.arinst.net/files/Manual-Spectrum_Analyzer_Arinst_SSA-TG_R2-ENG.pdf
Arinst SSA-TG LC R2 is a cost-reduced versionof Arinst SSA-TG R2. There is no built in battery and data do not transfer via bluetooth in the LC version. The device transmits data and receives power only by USB cable.
Smartphone or tablet are not included in the box!
Application
Arinst SSA-TG LC R2 is primarily intended for field operation. The device is rugged and light with low energy consumption. It enables service centers and maintenance teams to perform on-the-spot HF analysis for commissioning and repair works. Moreover, the spectrum analyzer is a perfect solution for repair workshops and radio amateurs.
For example, using the device you can perform the following operations:
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- to conduct a rapid analysis of RF environments
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- put an external antenna on the base station
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- check the correct operation of the repeater cellular
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- repair and adjustment of the repeater, generator, filter, etc.
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- measure SWR when using an external directional coupler.
Principle of operation
The spectrum analyzer is a device that is connected to the measured circuit.
The device is controlled by one of two ways:
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- by an Android powered smartphone or tablet.
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- by a PC or laptop with Windows operating system
All the measured data is displayed in real time on the screen of the smartphone/tablet/PC.
You can install the analyzer software to control by smartphone or tablet from the Google Play (play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arinst.ssa) or download from www.arinst.net/download-apk.php
You can download the analyzer software to control by PC or laptop from www.arinst.net/download-apk.php. Windows 7 or higher and the latest version of Java Virtual Machine are required for the correct work of application. The application requires full (100%) support for OpenGL version 2.1 and higher.
Basic functions of the analyzer software:
- Displays the signal spectrums graphically and sets up the frequency range and reference limit.
- Sets up and manages absolute and relative (delta) markers.
- Searches one or a series (up to ten) of maximum values of the signal in the instantaneous or tracking mode.
- Sets and stores unique identifiers of the frequency ranges - bands. For instance, a band titled «DCS UpLink» can be set for the range 1710-1785 MHz. Additionally, working frequency bands can be set for each operator. This option considerably facilitates the HF analysis and identification for the signals of conventional technologies.
- Has pre-set bands and is able to store the bands in a file and share them with other devices to control the spectrum analyzers Arinst SSA-TG LC R2.
- Has the tracing mode that generates a signal spectrum averaged by a number of measurements. In addition to the average spectrum, extreme values and moving average values can be displayed as well.
- Stores the settings for the spectrum scanning (band limits, attenuator value and others) for a quick and easy switching into the required measurement mode.
- Stores the spectrum signal with markers for later analysis. Then the stored graph can be opened in any Android device with the application «Arinst SSA» (in this event you don’t need to have the spectrum analyzer at hand) or use the table editor to convert the graph into the required type of data display.
- Simultaneous display of several selected frequency bands.
- The function of the tracking generator for measuring the amplitude-frequency characteristics of filters, amplifiers and antennas.
Advantages:
- wide frequency range: 36 MHz to 5990 MHz
- rapid scanning of the frequency range: approx. 150 µs per point
- high measurement precision: 2 dB within the dynamic range 70-75 dB
- compatibility with most Android powered devices and Windows-based computers
- possibility to use one device with the help of several smartphones/tablets/PCs
- free multifunctional software and free updates for the device control
Specifications:
- Displayed frequency range: 36 MHz — 5990 MHz
- Measured frequency range: 36 MHz — 4500 MHz
- Dynamic range for 36 MHz — 3000 MHz band: 75 dB
- Dynamic range for 3000 MHz — 4500 MHz band: 70 dB
- Maximum Span: 5954 MHz
- BW: 200 kHz, fixed
- Scan speed for a viewing band of more than 100 MHz: 700 MHz/sec
- Sweep 100 MHz: < 0.1 sec
- Noise floor up to 3000 MHz: < - 90 dBm
- Noise floor 3000 MHz — 4500 MHz: < -85 dBm
- Noise floor 4500 MHz — 5990 MHz: < -80 dBm
- Wave impedance: 50 Ohm
- SWR at the operating frequency range: < 1,5
- Internal attenuator: 0 — 30 dB
- Error with attenuation up to 10 dB: 2 dB
- Error with attenuation from 10 to 20 dB: 5 dB
- Error with attenuation from 20 to 30 dB: 8 dB
- The output power of the tracking generator: -15...-25 dBm
- Accuracy within the dynamical range: 2,0 dB
- Maximum input power at attenuator 0 dB: 10 dBm
- Maximum input power when the attenuation is above 20 dB: +20 dBm
- Maximum input measured signal: +10 dBm
- Maximum input DC voltage: 25 Volts
- Maximum current consumption: 450 mA
Items included in the box:
- Spectrum analyzer Arinst SSA-TG LC R2
- HF adapter SMA(male)-SMA(female) to protect the HF connector from wear-and-tear (2 pcs)
- USB – mini-USB cable to charge the device and for data transmission
Items not included in the box:
- Smartphone or tablet under the Android’s 4.1 control or higher. Use your Android powered device in order to control the equipment. The device is implemented in one body, while the equipment for its control is built in another. It has been done in order to make the spectrum analyzer much simpler and more available. Also, use your laptop or computer for controlling the device.
- External attenuation network. The maximum measured input power, which is supplied to the device, is limited by +5 dBm. If it is necessary to measure a larger value, each user of the device has to select the necessary attenuators on one’s own.
- Set of the super-high frequency adapters.
Limitations
The spectrum analyzer Arinst SSA-TG LC R2 is not a measure gauge, as it does not have an approved pattern of the measuring equipment. The approval of pattern of the measuring equipment has had a negative effect on the availability and price of the device. For this reason the spectrum analyzer is officially considered a field indicator. However, the device fully meets all technical requirements. Each device is calibrated against the power and frequency.
Overview of the software and Arinst SSA-TG LC R2 training.
- Video "Software review of Arinst" youtube.com/watch?v=4YDpTX9RDo8
- Video "Arinst of tracking generator review" youtube.com/watch?v=l6sBgmta8bc
- Video "Frequency merges in the Arinnst SSA spectrum analyzer" youtube.com/watch?v=HIYLpmzRbgk
- Video "Connection setup for Arinst SSA under Windows OS" youtube.com/watch?v=Yw82FJ-nldg
- Video "Arinst manual calibration menu" youtube.com/watch?v=WGkk594eri0
- Video "Signal identification using Arinst SSA" youtube.com/watch?v=A773XqF-OXg
- Video "Bands management in the Arinst SSA spectrum analyzer" youtube.com/watch?v=C-Q8o0Dtync
Official site: www.arinst.net
Additional Information:
- Essentially, the device is "RF multimeter" or "RF explorer"
- The device has a manufacturer's warranty for 1 year from the date of purchase
- The device does not work with iPhones and other Apple products
- For the correct operation of the Windows software need to have the OpenGl support of your equipment (version 2.1 and higher).
- The device is not a professional measuring instrument and is intended for amateur radio applications.
- If necessary, we can disassemble the device so that it passes customs more easily. Only a screwdriver is needed for assembly.
Possible types of delivery:
1. Free shipping via regular mail with tracking number. Delivery time from 11 to 23 business days.
2. Shipping via DHL. Shipping costs are shown in the table below. Delivery time from 2 to 7 business days depending on the country. For example, delivery time in the USA is up to 4 business days.
3. To simplify the payment of customs duties, we can indicate the low price of the goods.
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Region
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The cost of standard delivery via regular mail from 11 to 23 business days
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The cost of fast delivery via DHL from 1 to 7 business days
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North America - USA, Canada (4 business days)
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 17
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Asia - Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan
Europe - Belarus, Ukraine
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 15
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Asia - Armenia, Azerbaijan Republic, Georgia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan
Europe - Moldova
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 15
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Europe - Austria , Belgium , Czech Republic , Estonia , Finland , France Germany , Hungary , Ireland , Italy , Latvia , Liechtenstein , Lithuania Luxembourg , Monaco , Netherlands , Poland , San Marino , Spain , Sweden Switzerland , United Kingdom , Vatican City State
Middle East - Turkey
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 17
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Europe - Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia , Cyprus , Denmark , Gibraltar , Greece , Guernsey , Jersey , Macedonia , Malta , Montenegro , Norway , Portugal , Romania , Serbia , Slovakia , Slovenia
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 17
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Asia - China, India, Japan, Korea, South
Middle East - Israel
Southeast Asia - Hong Kong, Taiwan
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 25
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Africa - Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia
Asia - Bangladesh, Bhutan, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
Middle East - Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen
Southeast Asia - Brunei Darussalam , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Macau , Malaysia, Philippines , Singapore , Thailand , Vietnam
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 25
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Africa - Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde Islands, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Djibouti, Gabon Republic, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Mauritania, Mauritius, Zambia , Zimbabwe
Asia - Afghanistan
Central America and Caribbean - Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda , Aruba Bahamas , Barbados , Belize , Cayman Islands , Costa Rica , Dominica Dominican Republic , Grenada , Guadeloupe , Guatemala , Haiti , Honduras Virgin Islands(U.S.)
Europe - Iceland
North America - Bermuda, Greenland
Oceania - American Samoa, Australia, Guam, Kiribati, Vanuatu, Western Samoa
South America - Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela
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$ 0 (FREE)
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$ 25
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