The MS2090A Field Master Pro uses two connector panels to provide for all physical IO. These panels use a variety of connector types intended for their purpose.

The main RF input connector is Type N, Type K, or Type V, depending on the frequency option that is installed. These are 50 Ω connectors. Type N connectors are female and Type K and V are male. Additional IO is provided with the SMA style connectors. The SMA connectors are 50 Ω female.

Figure: Top Connector Panel shows the top connector panel on the MS2090A.

This is a 50 Ω connector of the following:

Maximum Input: ±50 VDC, +23 dBm, +13 dBm with Preamp On

To prevent damage to your instrument, do not try to mate incorrect connector types or use pliers or a plain wrench to tighten the connector. Do not overtighten the connector. The recommended torque for Type K and V is 8 lbf·in (0.9 N·m or 90 N·cm). The recommended torque for Type N is 12 lbf·in (1.35 N·m or 135 N·cm).

This 50 Ω SMA connector provides internal IF output. The nominal frequency range is 325 MHz with FFT capture bandwidth ≤ 32 MHz and 300 MHz with FFT capture bandwidth = 100 MHz. The nominal RF output level is –4 dBm with a 10 MHz, –20 dBm input, and with 0 dB input attenuation and preamp off. The spectrum can be inverted in certain RF input bands. Refer to spectrum analyzer measurement guide (10580-00447) for information about Zero Span IF Output (Option 89). To prevent damage to your instrument, do not use pliers or a wrench to tighten the connector.

The Field Master Pro has three Type A and one Type C USB connectors that accept USB storage devices for saving measurements, setup data, and screen images. Two connectors are located on the top panel and one is located on the side panel. To ensure the device or its data does not become corrupted, select the eject icon to eject (unmount) the USB device before it is unplugged from the USB port (see Title bar).

The GPS port on the Field Master Pro is a 50 Ω female SMA connector. This connector also provides 5.0/3.3 VDC for an active GPS antenna. To prevent damage to your instrument, do not use pliers or a wrench to tighten the connector.

The bias voltage output port is a 50 Ω SMA connector. The power supply is set up to provide 1 V to 34 V with a resolution of 0.1 V. The maximum current is 1 A, but with at total maximum power of 15 W. To prevent damage to your instrument, do not use pliers or a wrench to tighten the connector.

A TTL signal that is applied to the external trigger 50 Ω SMA input connector causes a single sweep to occur. In spectrum analysis, triggering is generally used in zero span, and triggering occurs on the rising edge of the signal. After the sweep is complete, the resultant trace is displayed until the next trigger signal arrives. To prevent damage to your instrument, do not use pliers or a wrench to tighten the connector.

This port can be configured as a trigger in/out as above or as a reference output. The reference output port is a 50 Ω SMA connector that provides 10 MHz at approximately –7 dBm to 0 dBm. To prevent damage to your instrument, do not use pliers or a wrench to tighten the connector.

The external reference input port is a 50 Ω SMA connector that provides for input of an external frequency reference. Refer to your Technical Data Sheet for valid frequencies. The instrument automatically selects the frequency reference in the following order of priority: external, GNSS (GPS), then the internal time base. To prevent damage to your instrument, do not use pliers or a wrench to tighten the connector.

Provides a slot that accepts Kensington style cable locks.

Figure: Side Connector Panel shows the MS2090A side connector panel.

 

The Field Master Pro has three Type A USB connectors that accept USB storage devices for saving measurements, setup data, and screen images. Two connectors are located on the top panel and one more is located on the side panel. To ensure the device or its data does not become corrupted, touch the eject icon to eject (unmount) the USB memory device before it is unplugged from the USB port (see Title bar).

The USB Type-C port is used to connect the Field Master Pro directly to a PC and provides a remote SCPI programming interface via USBTMC (USB Test and Measurement Class). Refer to the MS2090A programming manual for remote SCPI control setup and command.

The RJ‑45 connector is used to connect the Field Master Pro to a local area network or directly to a PC with an Ethernet crossover cable. See Ethernet Connection for more details.

The Data Out port is used for IQ Streaming. Refer to IQ Capture/Streaming measurement guide (10580-00490) for more information. This is a multi-purpose, hot pluggable input/output (I/O) interface.

The Micro Secure Digital slot is a small expansion slot located on the side panel. The slot accepts industry standard MicroSD storage cards and can be used for storing measurements, setup data, and screen images similar to USB storage devices.

The 3‑wire headset jack provides audio output from the built‑in sounds generated by the instrument. The jack accepts a 3.5 mm 3‑wire miniature phone plug such as those commonly used with cellular telephones.

This is a 2.5 mm by 5.5 mm barrel connector, 15 VDC, 5 A, center positive. The external power connector is used to power the unit and for battery charging. An orange blinking LED power button indicates that the instrument battery is being charged by the external charging unit. The indicator is a steady green when the battery is fully charged.

Refer to Turning On the MS2090A Field Master Pro.