Anritsu S820E-714 Cable & Antenna Analyzer

Overview

The Anritsu S820E-714 is a handheld microwave cable and antenna analyzer designed for field technicians and installation teams. This model covers frequencies from 1 MHz to 14 GHz with type N(f) connectors, delivering benchtop-level measurement performance in a portable package. It represents the latest generation of Anritsu's Site Master family, offering optional Vector Network Analyzer and Vector Voltmeter capabilities for expanded measurement versatility.

Key Features

• Frequency coverage: 1 MHz to 14 GHz (Option 714)
• Connector type: N(f) ports for standard coaxial measurements
• Optional Vector Network Analyzer mode with 4 simultaneous S-Parameter measurements
• Optional Vector Voltmeter mode with A/B and B/A ratio capability
• Standard Video Inspection Probe (VIP) Mode for fiber connector testing per IEC 61300-3-35
• Patented RF interference rejection for accurate measurements in high RF environments
• 110 dB dynamic range for excellent measurement stability
• Modern connectivity: USB and Ethernet with full remote control
• S2P file generation compatible with Anritsu benchtop VNA systems
• Transmission measurements with external USB sensors (up to 85 m extension)
• Built-in help menu and comprehensive instrument user guide

Standard Measurement Capabilities

1-Port Measurements

• Return Loss
• VSWR
• Cable Loss
• Smith Chart
• Phase
• Distance-to-fault Return Loss
• Distance-to-fault VSWR
• Hi-Accuracy RF Power (with USB Sensor)

2-Port Measurements

• 2-port Transmission Measurement
• 2-port Transmission Measurement (with external sensor)
• 2-port Swept Cable Loss (with external sensor)

Optional Vector Network Analyzer Capabilities

• Fully reversing sweep without need to reverse DUT for S12 and S22 measurements
• Simultaneous measurement of all 4 S-Parameters for 2-port devices
• User configurable quad display in 1, 2, 3, or 4 trace format
• Multiple graph types including Real Impedance and Imaginary Impedance
• IFBW selection from 10 Hz to 100 kHz in 1/2/5 format
• Saves S2P files (3 formats), measurement files (.svna), images (.png), CSV and TXT files
• Reference plane extension with loss compensation on both ports
• User-definable arbitrary data points
• Interpolation (user selectable) reduces recalibration needs
• Trace-based smoothing, markers, limits, and pass/fail testing

Optional Vector Voltmeter Capabilities

• Vector Error Corrected Reflection and Transmission for absolute device measurements
• A/B or B/A Ratio capability for legacy Vector Voltmeter replacement
• Variable IFBW settings from 10 Hz to 100 kHz to optimize performance
• Flexible measurement formats: LogMag & Phase, LinMag & Phase, SWR, Impedance
• Table Display provides simultaneous measurement of 12 devices plus 1 reference
• Multiple file save formats: Measurement (.vvm), CSV (.csv), Text (.txt), or Image (.png)

Applications

• Microwave transmission line and antenna installation and verification
• Radar system troubleshooting and repair
• Glide slope installation and verification for aviation systems
• Wireless communication system deployment and maintenance
• Antenna array alignment and tuning
• Long cable and waveguide assembly loss measurements
• Fiber optic connector inspection

Included Accessories

• Anritsu USB Extender (optional, extends sensor cable up to 85 m)
• Cat 5e cable options available for sensor extension (22.5 m standard)