Spectrum Monitor Module MS27100A

Overview

Description
Features
IQ Signal Master

The MS27100A facilitates the identification and removal of illegal or unlicensed interference signals. By monitoring spectrum on a continual basis, problem signals can be identified as they occur in real time. Patterns of unwanted signal activity can also be examined, providing an efficient way to characterize and locate the source of the interference problem.

In addition to interference detection, the MS27100A is also used to characterize spectrum occupancy. Government regulators and operators are often interested in determining the usage rate for various frequency bands. Monitoring these frequencies provides the information needed to optimize spectrum for maximum utilization. Spectrum can be re-purposed for other applications or multiplexed with other signals using cognitive radio techniques.

Spectrum monitoring can also serve to enforce compliance with government regulations. Police, fire fighters, air traffic control, military and emergency services must all have access to communications free of impediments and distortion. Compliance with spectrum regulations is often enforced by spectrum monitoring.

With its small form factor, the MS27100A is ideally suited for placement in racks where space is at a premium. The MS27100A also supports an IF output (140 MHz) which can be used for further processing by the user.

9 kHz to 6 GHz
Sweep speed up to 24 GHz/s
Integrated web server to view, control and conduct measurements via web browser
Watchdog timer to insure long-term stability for remotely deployed monitors
Low spur levels for accurate signal discovery
20 MHz instantaneous FFT bandwidth

PC based IQ analysis software for use with IQ data captured from a Remote Spectrum Analyzer

IQ Signal Master MX280005A Vector Signal Analysis Software provides a comprehensive suite of measurements that deliver post processing and analysis of IQ data files captured on the Remote Spectrum Analyzers. The software is designed to bring together all the essential tools required to capture IQ data files and then gain critical insights into the nature of the captured signals. Modes within the application, support the ability to capture or stream IQ data into the PC memory, perform modulation quality measurements and playback IQ data with high frequency and time resolution.

A file conversion mode allows IQ data captured on the supported analyzers to be converted to the format required for playback using a Vector Signal Generator MG3710E further enhancing the overall capability.

The software is designed for national RF spectrum regulators, security agencies and defense electronics companies who need to gain critical insight into RF signals that have been captured in the field. It is also suitable for organizations that need to monitor and protect RF spectrum from unlicensed operators or unintended sources of interference

IQ Signal Master MX280005A Vector Signal Analysis Software

Applications

Detection of illegal or unlicensed AM/FM/Cellular broadcasts
Sensitive site monitoring (national borders, military facilities, nuclear power plants…)
Airport monitoring (with communication frequencies often adjacent to FM bands)
Monitor jails/prisons for illegal broadcasts
Positive Train Control (PTC), insure clear communication channels for trains
Cable TV, to mitigate leakage to outside environment and leakage into cable system
Government regulators enforcing spectrum policies

Hardware Options

Option	Description
MS27102A-0128	Vector Signal Analysis Enabled (use with MX280005A)
MS27100A-0706	9 kHz – 6 GHz Spectrum Monitor
MS27100A-0098	Standard Calibration to ISO17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540-1. Includes calibration certificate
MS27100A-0099	Premium Calibration to ISO17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540-1. Includes calibration certificate, test report, and uncertainty data

Vision Options

Option	Description
MS27100A-0400	Vision Monitor Enabled
MS27100A-0401	Vision Locate Enabled (requires option 400)
MS27100A-0407	High-Speed Port Scanner
MS27100A-0486	Coverage Mapping (requires option 407)

Connecting to the Remote Spectrum Monitor using a Ethernet Network

Communication with the MS27100A is done via the GBit Ethernet port located on the board. Options are provided for using DHCP to obtain an IP address dynamically or for setting up a static IP address. The board is shipped with the default static IP address of 10.0.0.2. Once a connection is made to the board via a laptop/PC, the IP type can be changed via the user interface presented by the monitor’s integrated web server.

For DHCP usage, Anritsu offers an Ethernet Discovery Program which queries your network for all connected devices. The Ethernet Discovery Program can be found on the Anritsu website.

Some customers may prefer to use a Domain Name Server (DNS) where the spectrum monitor’s hostname can be resolved into its dynamic IP address. A DNS server provides the ability to create a hostname. Examples might include hostnames such as “mymonitor1.org” or “spectrum1.net”. There are several free DNS services available. One such service used by Anritsu is www.no-ip.com. You will need to create an account and select a hostname for your instrument.

Further details about configuring your Ethernet connection can be found in our Configuration Quick Start Guide available for download in the Library tab.

Related Links

Library

Brochure

Brochure	Release Date
IQ Signal Master MX280005A Vector Signal Analysis Software Product Brochure	31/01/2023
Vision Software MX280001A Product Brochure	05/10/2022
Remote Spectrum Monitor MS27100A Quick Fact Sheet	05/10/2022
C-RAN In The City Poster	09/01/2019

Datasheet

Datasheet	Release Date
Antennas and Antenna Kits	14/03/2023
Spectrum Monitor Module MS27100A Technical Data Sheet	05/10/2022
MS2710xA Remote Spectrum Monitors Product Information, Compliance, and Safety	11/01/2022

Application Note

Application Note	Release Date
Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA)	28/06/2022
Creating an Off-Line Map for Use with Vision Software, AeroShield Software, and the Mobile InterferenceHunter Application Note	28/04/2020
Backhaul Requirements for Anritsu Remote Spectrum Monitors Use for RF Signal Tracking Applications	10/07/2019
Identifying and Locating Cable TV Interference	20/01/2016

Case Study

Case Study	Release Date
Remote Monitoring Mission Critical Positive Train Control Networks	25/09/2017

Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide	Release Date
Remote Spectrum Monitors MS2710xA Configuration Quick Start Guide	10/07/2019
Vision Remote Spectrum Monitor Software MX280001A Quick Start Guide	05/05/2017

User Guide

User Guide	Release Date
IQ Signal Master MX280005A Vector Signal Analysis Software User Guide	24/01/2023
Remote Spectrum Monitor MS2710xA User Guide	07/12/2021

Online Help System

Online Help System	Release Date
IQ Signal Master MX280005A Vector Signal Analysis Software Help	24/01/2023
Remote Spectrum Monitoring System - Help	07/12/2021

Programming Manual

Programming Manual	Release Date
Vision Software MX280001A API Programming Manual	19/07/2022