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The Anritsu MS27103A is a high-performance rack-mounted remote spectrum monitor built for large-scale, multi-input RF surveillance. With 12 or 24 switchable RF inputs, 9 kHz to 6 GHz coverage, and 20 MHz real-time FFT bandwidth, it's ideal for cellular networks, DAS systems, and spectrum assurance applications, enabling operators to detect interference, optimize performance, and protect high-value licensed spectrum assets..
Designed to meet the evolving demands of cellular operators and DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems) monitoring, the MS27103A is a multi-channel remote spectrum analyzer with exceptional RF performance. It helps detect and geo-locate illegal transmitters, intermodulation interference, and spectrum misuse, all of which can drastically impact customer satisfaction and network quality.
Its multi-input switchable architecture allows monitoring across various sectors, antennas, or bands, making it perfect for environments such as stadiums, airports, shopping malls, and transport hubs. With 20 MHz real-time FFT, short burst signals can be captured accurately. The “save on event” function conserves storage by only recording critical threshold violations.
Users can interact with the MS27103A using:
An integrated browser-based GUI
SCPI commands for custom automation
Vision Monitor and Vision Locate software, enabling data logging, alarm systems, and real-time geo-location using TDOA (Time Distance of Arrival).
By combining IQ capture, interference hunting, and real-time visualization in a compact, rack-mounted format, the MS27103A helps operators optimize performance, ensure service availability, and protect billion-dollar spectrum investments.
Frequency Range: 9 kHz to 6 GHz
Multi-port Design: Supports 12 or 24 switchable RF inputs
Sweep Speed: Up to 24 GHz/s for rapid detection of bursty signals
20 MHz FFT Bandwidth: Enables real-time signal capture and post-processing
Integrated Web Server: Full control via browser, OS-agnostic
IQ Capture: Block and streaming modes with GPS-based TDOA support
Vision Software Support: Automates alarm triggers, data logging, and geo-location
Low Power Consumption: <11 watts, 11–24 VDC input
High Dynamic Range: >106 dB normalized to 1 Hz RBW
Robust Design: Linux-based OS, Gigabit Ethernet, remote firmware updates
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 9 kHz to 6 GHz |
| Sweep Speed | Up to 24 GHz/s |
| Instantaneous FFT Bandwidth | 20 MHz |
| RF Inputs | 12 (standard) or 24 (optional) |
| Dynamic Range | >106 dB (normalized to 1 Hz BW) |
| DANL (with preamp) | < –150 dBm (referenced to 1 Hz RBW) |
| Phase Noise | –99 dBc/Hz @ 10 kHz offset @ 1 GHz |
| IQ Capture | Streaming and block mode with GPS timestamps |
| Web Server | Chrome/Firefox support, OS-agnostic |
| Software Support | Vision Monitor (Opt. 400), Vision Locate (Opt. 401) |
| Power Consumption | <11 W (11–24 VDC input) |
| Operating System | Embedded Linux OS |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet |