GC7106A RF Analyzer

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GC7106A RF Analyzer

Introduction The GC7106A is a RF Analyzer for installation and maintenance of modern the acceptance, installation, and troubleshooting of antenna and cable infrastructure. It combines the functionality of spectrum analysis, interference analysis, cable and antenna analysis, and power measurements. The GC7106A offers the full scope of common RF performance measurements such as channel power, adjacent channel power, occupied bandwidth, return loss, tower mounted amplifier’s gain and distance to fault location. In addition, the GC7106A provides an Interference Analysis function which presents a spectrogram that shows RF activity through time, detailing differences in frequency and spectral power, identifying unwanted interference by other sources. The GC7106A is the perfect field testing solution that combines portability, due to its lightweight design and battery extended operation, and performance, with its multifunction capability and high resolution display. The GC7106A is the optimal solution for installation and maintenance of RF communications systems as well as verification of RF emissions.

Features Multi-function Integration The GC7106A has integrated all the necessary functions to test and measure modern RF communication systems. Its combined functionality includes spectrum analysis, interference analysis, cable and antenna analysis, and power meter. Easy-to-use User Interface A common interface through its multiple functions provides the same menu structure that is easy to learn and use. It allows a quick configuration set for complicated radio systems, making a single button action to properly configure the instrument. Compact and Lightweight Design The GC7106A is a compact and portable solution for users to perform outdoor maintenance jobs. The built-in high capacity Li-ion battery allows jobs at remote sites without being restricted by power cord.

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ArchitectureTOP VIEW

FRONT VIEW

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Spectrum Analyzer The RF Analyzer has a general purposed spectrum analyzer which is the most flexible test tool for RF analysis. Beyond this basic spectrum analysis functionality, a built in RF measurement application provides a single button RF power measurements including:

Channel Power Adjacent Channel Power

Spectrum Emission Mask

Occupied Bandwidth

Main Functions Interference Analyzer The RF Analyzer has an interference analyzer function which is the most effective way to identify periodic or intermittent RF interference. A spectrogram display allows the user to capture spectrum activity while displaying frequency, power and time information. The signal tracking capability is particularly useful for observing signal strength at a single frequency over time with an audible indication.

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Main Functions Antenna/Cable Analyzer Power Meter

The RF Analyzer can perform two power testing methodologies:

The RF Analyzer can perform also the function of an antenna and cable analyzer that measures cable loss, distance to fault (DTF) and Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR).

Internal, for standard power measurements without the assistance of external power sensors.

External, for high accuracy power measurements with the assistance of external power sensors.

The antenna and cable analysis functionality can characterize active and passive devices such as cables, filters, amplifiers, antennas and multiplexers.

The internal power meter, with no additional power sensors, uses the spectrum analyzer functionality. It is a simple test methodology with reasonable accuracy. On the other hand, external power sensors perform power measurements more accurately.

In one port measurement, users can measure feed-line cable loss, DTF location, and Antenna VSWR.

And with two ports measurements users can perform gain measurements, insertion loss, and isolation; particularly useful for filters, amplifiers, Tower Mounted Amplifiers (TMA), RF path gain, and antenna isolation.

The RF Analyzer can be equipped with a Terminating Power Sensor or with a Directional Power Sensor (through-line) which has the advantage to minimize service disruption and covers an ultra-wide power range.

Power displays are in either dBm or Watts.

Upper or lower limit can be set for

Pass/Fail indication.

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Specifications

Standard DTF (Distance to Fault) Frequency Accuracy ±0.05 ppm Internal Distance 1250m (4125ft) Frequency Aging ±0.5 ppm/year Horizontal Range 0 to (# of data points-1) x (resolution-1)/2 Display 8.4' TFT LCD (800 x 600 mode) (1.5x108)(VP)/(Delta)(ZF) Frequency and time reference Vp: Cable's relative propagation velocity Even Second TTL Delta[Hz] = Stop Freq – Start Freq 10MHz,13MHz,15MHz -10 ~ + 10dBm

Resolution

ZF(Zoom Factor) = Setup Dist./Max Dist Spectrum Analyzer VSWR Range 1 ~ 65 Input Frequency Range 100KHz ~ 3GHz Return Loss Range 0 ~ 60 dB Maximum Input Level +30 dBm (1W) Gain / Loss Measurement Amplitude Accuracy ±1.0dB Frequency Range 25MHz ~ 4GHz Resolution Bandwidth 100Hz ~ 1MHz (1-3 sequence) Frequency Resolution 100KHz Video Bandwidth 1Hz ~ 1MHz (1-3 sequence) Output Power Level -10 dBm typical Dynamic Range > 85dB 25MHz ~ 2GHz 80dB Input Attenuation 0~55dB (step 5dB)

Dynamic Range 2GHz ~ 4GHz 60dB

-95dBc/Hz @30KHz offset High Accuracy Power Meter SSB Phase Noise -105dBc/Hz @100KHz offset Display Range -80 ~ +80 dBm

Typical -140dBm Offset Range 0 ~ +60 dB @100Hz RBW with Preamp On Resolution 0.01 dB or 0.1xW

Frequency Typical Max Directional Power Sensor (GC731A) 10MHz ~ 1GHz -140dBm -142dBm Frequency Range 300 ~ 3800MHz 1GHz ~ 2GHz -138dBm -140dBm

DANL

2GHz ~ 3GHz -138dBm -138dBm Power Range Average Power: 0.15W ~ 150W

Peak Power: 4 ~ 400W Measurement Range DANL ~ +30dBm Measurement Uncertainty ±4% of reading Port 1 VSWR < 1.5 Above 35ºC or Bellow 15 ºC add 3% Power Meter Frequency Range 100KHz ~ 3GHz

Input VSWR 300 ~ 3000MHz < 1.07 3000 ~ 3800MHz < 1.10

Display ±100dBm (user settable) RF Connector N Female Measurement Range -70dBm ~ +30dBm Terminating Power Sensor (GC732A) Offset Range 0 ~ 60 dB Frequency Range 20 ~ 3800MHz

-40dBm ≤ Power ≤ +30dBm ±1.0dB Power Range Average Power: 1μW ~ 100mW Accuracy -70dBm ≤ Power < -40dBm ±1.5dB Measurement Uncertainty ±7%

VSWR < 1.5 Maximum Power +30dBm(1W) without external attenuator

Input VSWR 20 ~ 2500MHz < 1.12 2500 ~ 3800MHz < 1.125

Cable and Antenna Analyzer RF Connector N Female Frequency Range 25MHz ~ 4GHz External Reference Clock Frequency Resolution 100KHz 10, 13, 15MHz External Reference Data Point 126, 251, 501, 1001 Input Power -10 ~ +10dBm VSWR Connector Type SMA VSWR Range 1 ~ 65 Even Second Return Loss 0 ~ 60dB Input Level TTL Compatible Resolution 0.01 or 0.01dB Connector Type SMA Cable Loss Dynamic Range 0 ~ 30 dB Resolution 0.01dB

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Specifications Environmental Condition General Operation Temperature -5℃ ~ 50℃ (23 ℉ ~ 122℉) Interface Ports Storage Temperature -20℃ ~ 70℃ (-4℉ ~ 158℉) Serial 1 Port Calibration Cycle 1 year USB 1.1 1 Port Dimension 10Mbps LAN 1 Port Weight 5.0Kg (11lbs) (Include Battery) GPS Antenna (SMA) 1 Port

Built-in Speaker Size (W x H x D) 315x245x95mm 12.4'x9.6'x3.7' Battery (Lithium Ion)

Power Supply Normal Voltage 11.1V AC Input 100 ~ 240V 2.5A, 50 ~ 60Hz Normal Capacity 7200mA

Minimum Charge Voltage 12.6V Battery Operation Hour 1.5 Hours at full charge

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Ordering Information Standard Spectrum Analyzer Power Meter Interference Analyzer Cable and Antenna Analyzer

Options GC7106A-002 High Accuracy Power Meter (Requires GC731A or GC732A) GC7106A-003 Gain/Loss Measurement (Requires GC7105A-007) GC7106A-004 GPS Receiver GC7105A-050 RF Omni Antenna - 450MHz GC7105A-051 RF Omni Antenna - 800MHz GC7105A-052 RF Omni Antenna - 1800MHz GC7105A-053 RF Omni Antenna - 1900MHz GC7105A-054 RF Omni Antenna - 2100MHz GC7105A-055 RF Yagi Antenna - 450MHz GC7105A-056 RF Yagi Antenna - 800MHz GC7105A-057 RF Yagi Antenna - 1800MHz GC7105A-058 RF Yagi Antenna - 1900MHz GC7105A-059 RF Yagi Antenna - 2100MHz

Standard Accessories G7105-50341 : Soft Carrying Case G7105-50322 : AC-DC Adapter G7105-50335 : Cross LAN Cable (1.5m) GC724-50313 :256MByte USB Memory G7105-50321 : Lithium-ion Battery G7105-50316 : Stylus Pen G7106-50361 : User’s Manual and Application Software CD

Optional Accessories GC724-50509 : Calibration Kit, 40dB, 4GHz G7000-50571 : Adapter N(m) to DIN(f) G7000-50572 : Adapter DIN(m) to DIN(m) G7000-50573 : Adapter N(m) to SMA(f) G7000-50574 : Adapter N(m) to BNC(f) G7105-50542: Hard Case. G7106-50363: User’s Printed Manual

High Accuracy Power Meters GC731A : Directional Power Sensor (300 ~ 3800MHz, Average Power 0.15 ~ 150W, Peak Power 4 ~ 400W) GC732A: Terminating Average Power Sensor (20 ~ 3800MHz, -30 ~ +20dBm)

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GC7106A RF Analyzer

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