IFR 2399B Spectrum Analyzer 9kHz – 3GHz with Tracking Generator HF VHF UHF Tested

Overview

The IFR 2399B is a high-performance spectrum analyzer designed for accurate RF signal analysis across a broad frequency range. It combines advanced measurement capabilities with a user-friendly visual interface, simplifying complex tasks and reducing operator error.

Key Features

• 9 kHz to 3 GHz fully synthesized frequency range
• Wide input signal range from +30 dBm to -110 dBm
• Comprehensive marker facility for precise measurements
• Optional full range tracking generator
• Semi-automated measurements for faster results
• Optional internal pre-amplifier for improved sensitivity
• AM/FM demodulation capability
• Auto-Tune facility to simplify setup
• GPIB interface included as standard
• Lightweight, portable, and rugged construction (9.4 kg)
• Excellent TFT colour display for clear signal visualization
• Floppy disk drive for data storage

Electronic Performance Specifications

Frequency & Tuning

• Tuning Range: 9 kHz to 3 GHz
• Resolution: 1 Hz

Frequency Span & Accuracy

• Frequency Span Width: 100 Hz/div to 300 MHz/div (1, 2, 5 step selections, auto-selected)
• Zero span and full span (9 kHz to 3 GHz)
• Manual selection of Start, Stop and Span
• Span Accuracy: ±3% of indicated span width
• Readout Accuracy: ±(span accuracy + frequency standard accuracy + 50% of RBW)

Stability & Noise

• Residual FM: <100 Hz p-p at 1 kHz RBW, 1 kHz VBW (p-p in 20 ms)
• Noise Sidebands:
  • -90 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset measured at 2.9 GHz
  • -98 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset measured at 2.9 GHz

Frequency Counter

• Resolution: 1 Hz, 10 Hz, 100 Hz, 1 kHz
• Accuracy: ±(Reference frequency error + frequency readout accuracy + counter resolution ±1 count)
• Sensitivity: <-70 dBm from 50 kHz to 3 GHz

Physical & Mechanical Details

• Weight: 9.4 kg
• Construction: Lightweight, portable, and rugged
• Display: Excellent TFT colour display
• Storage: Floppy disk drive