Rohde & Schwarz FPC-IOT1 - FPC1000 Spectrum Analyzer Package - 5 kHz to 1 GHz (Catalog 1328.6660P62)

Investment protection, high-resolution and easy control - these traits make the R&S FPC spectrum analyzer a perfect tool for university laboratories, research institutions as well as production and service facilities.

The R&S FPC has the value of three. It is the only spectrum analyzer on the market that provides the value of three instruments. Incidentally, these are the three most commonly used instruments on an RF engineer's workbench, for instance in IoT device development.

1. Spectrum analyzer

The R&S FPC is a spectrum analyzer that provides investment protection through software frequency upgrade capability. It features class-leading RF performance engineered in Germany. In addition, PC and mobile remote-control options are available.

2. Vector network analyzer

The R&S FPC is a vector network analyzer that utilizes an integrated VSWR bridge to achieve one-port vector network analysis, with a Smith chart display available. Having an integrated VSWR bridge means there is no need to mount/dismount an external bridge during test operation.

3. Signal generator

The R&S FPC is a signal generator due to the unique independent source principle. Not only does it provide standard tracking generator functionality, it can also be used in free or coupled CW modes.

By combining the value of three instruments, the R&S FPC is truly unique. The advantages of this three-in-one concept reach further than having only one bench space occupied. A single instrument also means that to obtain the specified measurement performance, only a single investment and a single calibration are required.

Investment protection

The R&S FPC is future-proof thanks to the unique Rohde & Schwarz upgrade path. The base unit covers a frequency range from 5 kHz to 1 GHz, with keycode-activated upgrades available. The R&S FPC can be upgraded by simply entering a software keycode. All options are in place and can be enabled by the user. The unique Rohde & Schwarz upgrade path eliminates the need for additional upgrade calibration.

High resolution

The R&S FPC has the largest, highest-resolution display of any entry level spectrum analyzer. More horizontal plus more vertical display size and resolution means more signal details in unprecedented clarity. This class-leading display of the R&S FPC visualizes the outstanding quality of the signal measurements.

Easy virtual control

Simple and intuitive controls are game-changing trends in industry. The R&S FPC connects to R&S InstrumentView as well as to R&S MobileView remote control platforms via USB, Ethernet or Wi-Fi. R&S InstrumentView (PC software) and R&S MobileView (iOS/Android app) are powerful all-in-one remote control applications that come bundled with the R&S®FPC.

One-port vector network analyzer

Due to its unique design utilizing an internal VSWR bridge, the R&S®FPC1500 can perform one-port vector reflection measurements. This feature makes it possible to take impedance measurements on RF antennas or RF circuits with the Smith chart display or distance-to-fault measurements to detect faulty locations over a long RF cable.

Tracking generator

RF engineering often requires testing of passive or active RF circuits that do not produce any RF signal on their own, such as amplifiers, filters or even RF cables. A standalone spectrum analyzer is not sufficient here, a signal generator is required. The R&S®FPC1500 features tracking generator functionality, which makes transmission measurements possible, for example in RF filter and general frequency response measurements.

Signal generator

The R&S FPC1500 can use its integrated signal source in an independent mode. This unique capability enables the R&S®FPC1500 to act as a continuous wave (CW) signal generator. The source can be used e.g. as a LO signal for mixer measurements or as an input signal for amplifier gain measurements.

Modulation analysis

Basic digital modulation formats are used with many applications, e.g. near-field communications. The R&S FPC supports both ASK and FSK analysis. The digital modulation displays include trace, eye diagram, modulation error and symbol analysis. Specialized configuration presets for Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth LE) and tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) are available, too. Demodulated audio is supported via the built-in speaker or headphone jack.

Receiver mode

The R&S FPC offers the optional R&S FPC-K43 receiver mode for EMI debugging on circuit boards, integrated circuits or cable shielding. The R&S FPC-B22 preamplifier compensates for coupling loss of probes and increases sensitivity to detect small interfering signals. Cost-effective yet powerful, the R&S FPC can be used to analyze and locate disturbance sources during development.

Ready for teaching lab

In the teaching lab, the R&S FPC spectrum analyzer is the perfect choice to teach students RF knowledge. It has an easy-to-use concept combined with state-of-the-art technology - at an affordable price. The large 10.1" high-resolution screen shows every signal detail, and one instrument can be shared among several students. Professors can assist or monitor remotely via free-of-charge remote control software.