R5500-427 27GHz Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer

The ThinkRF R5500 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer features a highly optimizable software-defined radio receiver, coupled with real-time digitization and digital signal processing to enable wide bandwidth, deep dynamic range and 27 GHz frequency range in a versatile, one-box platform for any application. By virtualizing the receiver, upgrades can be made through software updates to extend the useful life of the unit. The R5500 also supports a rich suite of APIs, applications and programming environments, and includes the ThinkRF S240 Real-Time Spectrum Analysis software for complete analysis capabilities.

10x cost, size and performance advantage

The ThinkRF 10x advantage gives you the performance of high-end lab spectrum analyzers at a fraction of the cost and size. ThinkRF enables in-depth analysis of wideband waveforms while reducing costs for aerospace and defense firms, spectrum regulators, wireless service providers and wireless equipment and component manufacturers. Discover the 10x advantage today.

Conduct deeper analysis

Spend more time analyzing and less time measuring with the R5500 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer. Featuring a sweep rate of 28 GHz/s at 10 kHz RBW and 40 MHz IBW, users can capture short duration or faint signals of interest with higher probability. Conduct deeper analysis with a streaming rate of 360 Mbit/s across a frequency range of 9 kHz up to 27 GHz and get a full view of the spectrum around you.

Rich support for APIs and applications

Standard protocols and a rich suite of APIs and development languages enable a variety of industry tools to make the R5500 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer a highly versatile solution. Seamlessly integrate with applications such as MATLAB®, LabVIEW® and PyRF®, build you own custom application with development languages such as C++ and Python®, or use the included S240 Real-Time Spectrum Analysis software application. Overcome the limitations of current hardware and gain the flexibility required to use a single solution anytime, anywhere and with any application you need.

Networked and remote deployable

The R5500 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer is networked and remote deployable to enable in-place or remote spectrum monitoring and eliminate the need for inefficient and expensive truck rolls. With a standard GigE interface and streaming rates of 360 Mbit/s, the R5500 is designed for network efficiency to ensure you always get the full picture no matter where you are.

Benefits of the R5500 Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer

Grow margins and reduce CAPEX and OPEX with the 10x more cost-effective solution
Spend more time conducting in-depth analysis and less time measuring
Gain the versatility and flexibility you need with a one box solution that works across the entire lifecycle of your project
Seamlessly integrate with best-in-breed applications or develop you own through a rich suite of APIs and programming environments

R5500-427 27GHz Real Time Spectrum Analyzer

Frequency
Frequency Ranges
	9kHz to 8 GHz, 18 GHz or 27 GHz


Frequency Reference	± 1.0 x 10–6 per year	Aging
	± 1.0 x 10–6 per year	Accuracy + aging
Real-time bandwidth (RTBW)	0.1 / 10 / 40 /100 MHz
Probability of Intercept (POI)	≥ 25.552 µs signal duration	For 100% POI
	≤ 17.360 µs signal duration	For 0% POI
Spurious free dynamic range (SFDR)	60 dBc (typical)	100MHz RTBW
	70 dBc (typical)	10 / 40MHZ RTBW
	100 dBc (typical)	0.1MHz RTBW

Amplitude
Amplitude Accuracy
25 °C ± 5 °C	± 2.00 dB typical	50MHz to 27GHz

Amplitude Ranges
Measurement Range	DANL to maximum safe input level	8GHz
Attenuator Range	0 or 30 dB in 10dB Steps	8GHz
		IF Attenuator for 18 and 27GHz only
Maximum Safe RF Input Level	+10 dBm, 0 V DC

Spectral Purity
Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL)	8GHz 18GHz 27GHz	Frequency
25 °C ± 5 °C	-151 dBm (-164) -164 dBm	100 MHz
	-151 dBm -163 dBm -162 dBm	500 MHz
	-150 dBm -161 dBm -160 dBm	1000 MHz
	-149 dBm -152 dBm -144 dBm	2000 MHz
	-145 dBm -157 dBm -157 dBm	3000 MHz
	-140 dBm -155 dBm -154 dBm	4000 MHz
	-142 dBm -149 dBm -145 dBm	5000 MHz
	-134 dBm -143 dBm -143 dBm	6000 MHz
	-134 dBm -149 dBm -143 dBm	7000 MHz
	-131 dBm -163 dBm -158 dBm	8000 MHz
	-162 dBm -158 dBm	9000 MHz
	-162 dBm -157 dBm	10000 MHz
	-160 dBm -160 dBm	11000 MHz
	-158 dBm -154 dBm	12000 MHz
	-156 dBm -146 dBm	13000 MHz
	-155 dBm -150 dBm	14000 MHz
	-159 dBm -147 dBm	15000 MHz
	-155 dBm -150 dBm	16000 MHz
	-152 dBm -145 dBm	17000 MHz
	-149 dBm -147 dBm	18000 MHz
	-147 dBm	19000 MHz
	-151 dBm	20000 MHz
	-146 dBm	21000 MHz
	-145 dBm	22000 MHz
	-149 dBm	23000 MHz
	-151 dBm	24000 MHz
	-148 dBm	25000 MHz
	-143 dBm	26000 MHz
	-133 dBm	27000 MHz
Third Order Intercept/(TOI)	at 1 GHz	+12 dBm, typical

General Specifications
PC Required
Operating System	Windows XP (32 bit)
	Window 7 / 8 / 10 (32 or 64 bit)
RAM	2 GB
Hard Disk	1 GB
Status Indicators	PLL Lock / 10 MHz reference clock status
	Ethernet Link and Activity status
	CPU and Power status
Connectors
RF In	SMA female, 50 Ω
10 MHz Reference In and Out	SMA female, 50 Ω
Analog I and Q Out	SMA female, 50 Ω	0 or 35 MHz
10/100/1000 Ethernet	RJ45
USB Console	mini-USB
GPIO	25-pin male D-Sub miniature
Coaxial Power	Type A: 5.5 mm OD, 2.5 mm ID
Physical
Power Supply	+12 V DC
Power Consumption	18 W
Operating Temperature Range	0 °C to +50 °C
Storage Temperature Range	-40 °C to +85 °C
Size	269 x 173 x 55 mm (10.58 x 6.81 x 2.15 inches)
Weight	2.7 kg (6 lbs.)

Regulatory Compliance
RoHS Compliance	RoHS/RoHS 2
Marks	CE	European Union
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU	EN 61326-1:2013	Electromagnetic Compatibility
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC	EN 61010-1:2010 Class 1	Safety

Ordering Information
8 GHz RTSA	R5500-408	100 kHz to 8 GHz, RTBW up to 100 MHz
18 GHz RTSA	R5500-418	100 kHz to 18 GHz, RTBW up to 100 MHz
27 GHz RTSA	R5000-427	100 kHz to 27 GHz, RTBW up to 100 MHz