The R&S FSC from Rohde & Schwarz proves that users don ‘t have to forgo quality when they choose an economical instrument. The R&S FSC covers a frequency range from 9 kHz to either 3 GHz or 6 GHz. In its class, the spectrum analyzer achieves top RF performance metrics. With a maximum sensitivity of 161 dBm (1 Hz), it can capture even weak signals. Its low level measurement uncertainty of 1 dB ensures accurate results.
It is the perfect instrument for users who need basic functions such as noise marker, frequency counter, modulation depth measurement of AM modulated signals or power measurement of pulsed signals. In both frequency ranges, the R&S FSC is available with an internal tracking generator that provides additional functionality such as cable loss measurements and simple determination of thetransmission characteristics of DUTs such as filters or amplifiers.
It is very suitable for installation in small and mobile test systems. Depending on the application, one R&S FSC and one R&S SMC signal generator or two R&S FSC analyzers can be mounted next to each other in a 19 rack. This extremely energy-efficient spectrum analyzer consumes only 12 W. Users benefit not only from the compact design but also the high efficiency of this economical analyzer. It can be installed in vehicles to perform field measurements such as monitoring satellite communications links.
Results can be managed, evaluated and documented with the R&S FSCView software supplied with the unit. The R&S FSC is compatible with all other instruments in the Rohde & Schwarz spectrum analyzer family. In the near future, it will also support the Rohde & Schwarz R&S NRP power sensors. The user can integrate this function into the R&S FSC with a firmware update, effectively eliminating the need for an additional power meter base unit for this application.
