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Introducing the SIGLENT SHA860A Series: Handheld 5G/LTE Signal Analyzer

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SIGLENT SHA860A - Handheld 5G/LTE Signal Analyzer

 

SIGLENT SHA860A is a high-end portable signal analyzer series designed for advanced RF and wireless measurement applications, featuring spectrum analysis, real-time analysis, VNA, 5G/LTE OTA measurements, pulse signal analysis, and integrated GPS.
Thanks to its wide frequency range, demodulation functions, and real-time measurement capabilities, it is the ideal tool for installation, maintenance, research, and troubleshooting in telecommunications and defense.

 

Main Features

  • Spectrum analysis frequency range: 9 kHz – 7.5 GHz
  • Real-time analysis bandwidth (RTSA): up to 110 MHz
  • Minimum Probability of Intercept (POI): 3.51 µs at 110 MHz
  • Resolution bandwidth (RBW): 1 Hz – 10 MHz
  • Video bandwidth (VBW): 1 Hz – 10 MHz
  • Frequency accuracy: ±0.1 ppm (with GPS active)
  • DANL (Displayed Average Noise Level): up to -165 dBm/Hz (typical, preamplifier ON, <1 GHz)
  • Amplitude accuracy: ≤0.7 dB (typical, 20-30°C)
  • Amplitude measurement range: DANL to +30 dBm
  • RF attenuator: 0 – 50 dB (2 dB steps)
  • VNA analysis (optional): S11, S21 (scattering parameters, reflection and transmission)
  • Pulse signal analysis: up to 10,001 points, positive/negative peak detection, sampling, averaging
  • 5G NR OTA analysis: multi-cell measurements, PCI, Beam ID, GSCN, SS-RSRP, SS-RSRQ, SS-SINR, SS-RSSI, EVM, constellation
  • LTE FDD/TDD OTA analysis: PCI, sector ID, cell group, frequency error, time offset, sync status, PSS/SSS/CRS/PBCH power, EVM, constellation
  • Integrated GPS: localization and online/offline map display
  • IQ data acquisition: up to 300 MSa/s, 100 MHz bandwidth, local/USB storage
  • Display: 8.4" LCD touch (800 x 600)
  • Interfaces: LAN, USB Host/Device, GPS, 10 MHz Ref In, Trigger, GPIB (optional)
  • Battery life: typically 2.5 hours (internal battery)
  • Weight: 3.2 kg
  • Dimensions: 310 x 215 x 78.5 mm

 

 

 

Advanced Features

  • Real-time spectrum analysis (RTSA): continuous FFT on 110 MHz, spectrogram, density, PvT, spectrum trigger
  • Vector network analysis (VNA): S11/S21 measurements, DTF, Return Loss, Insertion Loss, TDR
  • Coverage and interference analysis: indoor/outdoor map, logging, interference identification with directional antenna
  • Digital and analog signal analysis: AM/FM/PM, ASK/FSK/PSK/QAM modulation options
  • Remote control: SCPI via LAN/USB, Siglent software and IVI driver

 

Application Fields

  • 5G/LTE base station testing and installation
  • RF and wireless R&D
  • Cellular and wireless network coverage analysis
  • RF equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Impulse, transient and modulated signal measurements
  • Antenna and cable characterization

 

Key Specifications

Specification SHA861A SHA862A
Frequency range (spectrum analyzer) 9 kHz – 3.6 GHz (5 kHz usable) 9 kHz – 7.5 GHz (5 kHz usable)
Frequency range (internal source, SOR option) 100 kHz – 3.6 GHz (30 kHz usable) 100 kHz – 7.5 GHz (30 kHz usable)
Frequency range (VNA, VNA option) 100 kHz – 3.6 GHz (30 kHz usable) 100 kHz – 7.5 GHz (30 kHz usable)
Frequency range (cable/antenna test, CAT option) 100 kHz – 3.6 GHz (30 kHz usable) 100 kHz – 7.5 GHz (30 kHz usable)
Frequency range (analog/digital modulation analysis) 2 MHz – 3.6 GHz 2 MHz – 7.5 GHz
Frequency resolution 1 Hz
RBW (Resolution Bandwidth) 1 Hz – 10 MHz (1-3-10 sequence)
VBW (Video Bandwidth) 1 Hz – 10 MHz (1-3-10 sequence)
RBW/VBW uncertainty < 5%
DANL (displayed average noise level, preamp ON, typical) Up to -165 dBm/Hz (600 MHz – 1.8 GHz) Up to -165 dBm/Hz (600 MHz – 1.8 GHz)
Up to -153 dBm/Hz (6.7 – 7.5 GHz)
Amplitude measurement range DANL to +20 dBm
Reference level -200 dBm to +30 dBm
RF attenuator 0 – 50 dB (2 dB steps)
Preamplifier 25 dB (nominal, standard)
Phase noise (1 GHz, typ.) -104 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset
Real-time analysis (max bandwidth, RTA option) 40 MHz (110 MHz optional)
IQ data acquisition (option) Max sample rate 300 MHz, bandwidth 110 MHz, 16-bit
VNA measurement formats S11, S21
VNA dynamic range Up to 114 dB (typical)
VNA IFBW 100 Hz, 300 Hz, 1 kHz, 3 kHz, 10 kHz
VNA calibration Open, Short, Response, Through, Full 1-Port (OSL)
Cable and antenna test (CAT) DTF, TDR, Return Loss, VSWR, Cable/Insertion Loss
Sweep points (CAT/VNA) 101 – 10,001 (default 1,001)
Analog modulation analysis AM: 20 Hz – 100 kHz, FM: 20 Hz – 100 kHz, PM: 50 Hz – 50 kHz
Digital modulation analysis ASK, FSK, MSK, PSK, APSK, DPSK, QAM (various types)
5G/LTE OTA analysis (option) Yes (limited to instrument bandwidth) Yes (across the entire instrument bandwidth)
GPS Optional, accuracy ±0.01 ppm (synced) / ±0.4 ppm (unsynced)
Power supply / Battery life Rechargeable battery, typical duration 2.5 h
Weight 3.2 kg
Display 8.4" LCD touch, 800 × 600 px resolution
Interfaces LAN, USB Host/Device, GPS (optional), 10 MHz Ref In, Trigger, GPIB (optional)
Dimensions 310 × 215 × 78.5 mm
Other functions Advanced Measurement Kit, Analog/Digital Modulation Analysis, Independent Source, DC Bias Out

 

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