Spectrum Compact is a light and easy to use measurement solution for the 6 to 40 GHz licensed microwave frequency bands. Designed specifically for comfortable outdoor use in a variety of challenging environments, this battery-powered device has been developed for microwave radio engineers performing equipment installation, link troubleshooting, site maintenance or gathering data for site planning purposes.
One of the most prominent features of the SAF Spectrum Compact is its form factor. The dimensions of the device are close to those of a cell phone, making it one of the smallest and lightest spectrum analyzers currently available.
Instead of focusing on features that would only be useful in a laboratory environment, this device has the qualities and functionality frequently requested by microwave field engineers to efficiently perform their daily tasks – radio parameter verification, antenna alignment, interference and multipath detection, power in band measurements and link troubleshooting, while saving the spectrum curves for reports and further analysis.
The unit utilizes a resistive touch screen for ease of use in the field, while still allowing the engineer to wear gloves to manipulate the device. Spectrum Compact’s high sensitivity (-105 dBm) and low noise floor enables field engineers to detect even exceptionally week signals. The device has the capability to perform a multitude of tasks from the ground level, and troubleshoot links without interrupting site traffic.
A standard kit includes the spectrum analyzer, an RF cable and a waveguide adapter. The waveguide adapter itself can be used as a low gain antenna. Just by pointing it towards the transmitting radio, the Spectrum Compact will detect and visualize the incoming signal. The instrument is compatible with any manufacturer’s antenna and SAF also provides a set of handheld horn antennas for use with Spectrum Compact as an additional interference detection accessory in case a parabolic antenna is not available onsite.
SAF Tehnika JSC
Riga, Latvia
www.saftehnika.com