Anritsu introduces improved handheld base station tester

Anritsu has introduced the MT8220T BTS Master, which includes a standard GPS receiver, enhanced two-port dynamic range, faster LTE scanner, and expanded spectrum analysis capability, in a design that is thinner and lighter than previous models. MT8220T BTS Master offers line sweeping, comprehensive wireless measurements, ultra-sensitive spectrum analysis and sophisticated interference tracking in a compact handheld solution. It also features a standard GPS receiver with antenna. By providing multiple testing capabilities, including comprehensive Over-the-Air (OTA) measurements to support Remote Radio Heads (RRH) and MIMO, the MT8220T is well suited for co-siting of new systems, such as LTE, with existing networks. Improving the cable and antenna analyzer two-port dynamic range to >100 dB (typical 110 dB) over the key cellular frequency range of 400 MHz to 2800 MHz allows users to conduct cellular repeater testing where isolation measurements up to 100 dB are required. Dynamic range is also enhanced to >90 dB between 2800 MHz and 4000 MHz, and >85 dB up to 6000 MHz. The built-in spectrum analyzer, which provides frequency coverage of 150 kHz to 7.1 GHz, has enhanced sweep modes, including Fast, Performance, and No FFT. The MT8220T BTS Master also features Burst Detect, so users can capture and analyze fast, transient signals down to 200 µs duration and 1% duty cycle in ...