Anritsu Site Master MS2089A cable and antenna analyzer with spectrum analyzer, front view
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MS2089A

Site Master MS2089A Handheld Cable and Antenna Analyzer with Spectrum Analyzer and VNA Option

Handheld cable and antenna analyzer to 4 or 6 GHz with an integrated 9 kHz to 4/6 GHz spectrum analyzer and optional 2-port, 1-path VNA.

Frequency
5 kHz to 4 GHz
Frequency
5 kHz to 6 GHz
Frequency Accuracy
≤ ± 0.28 ppm (-10ºC to 55ºC) plus aging
Aging
± 1 ppm per year
Datasheet

Overview

The Anritsu Site Master MS2089A is a handheld instrument that combines cable and antenna analysis with an integrated spectrum analyzer, with an optional vector network analyzer (VNA) and vector voltmeter. It is intended for installing, maintaining and troubleshooting RF communication systems up to 6 GHz in telecommunications, broadcasting, DAS, satellite monitoring and aerospace and defense applications.

The MS2089A is offered in two configurations: a 5 kHz to 4 GHz cable and antenna analyzer with a 9 kHz to 4 GHz spectrum analyzer, or a 5 kHz to 6 GHz cable and antenna analyzer with a 9 kHz to 6 GHz spectrum analyzer. The instrument weighs less than 8.5 lb and uses an IK08-rated 10-inch touch screen.

Cable and antenna analysis

The cable and antenna analyzer measures return loss, cable loss, VSWR, distance-to-fault, 1-port phase and Smith chart, with optional time domain reflectometry and 2-port transmission. Built-in PDF/HTML report generation and on-instrument cable lists support close-out documentation of installations.

Spectrum and signal analysis

Compared with the MS2085A, the MS2089A adds a spectrum analyzer for transmitter quality measurements and interference hunting. Options extend it with real-time spectrum analysis, IQ waveform capture and streaming, interference finding, channel scanning, coverage mapping, EMF measurement, AM/FM modulation measurement and WCDMA, LTE FDD/TDD and 5G NR FR1 signal analysis.

Vector network analysis

The optional 2-port, 1-path VNA covers 5 kHz to 4 or 6 GHz with up to 16001 data points, factory ReadyCal plus mechanical and InstaCal user calibrations, and 16 display formats including Log Mag, VSWR, Phase, Smith Chart, Group Delay and Polar.

Key Features

  • Cable and antenna analyzer: 5 kHz to 4 GHz or 6 GHz
  • Spectrum analyzer: 9 kHz to 4 GHz or 6 GHz
  • Optional vector network analyzer: 5 kHz to 4 GHz or 6 GHz
  • Return Loss, Cable Loss, VSWR, Distance-To-Fault, Time Domain Reflectometry, Smith Chart, 1-Port Phase
  • 105 dB of dynamic range from 50 kHz to 3 GHz typical
  • 350 µs/data point in fast sweep mode
  • 10,049 data points
  • Built-in PDF/HTML report generation
  • Add, edit, import and export cable lists on the instrument
  • Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA)
  • IQ capture/streaming
  • Interference Analyzer
  • True Power Meter
  • AM/FM modulation quality measurements
  • LTE FDD/TDD Analyzer
  • 5GNR FR1 Analyzer
  • Coverage mapping
  • 2-port, 1-path VNA measurements with 380 µs/point fast sweep
  • 16 VNA display formats including Log Mag, VSWR, Phase, Group Delay, Smith Chart, Polar
  • Default ReadyCal plus support for Mechanical and InstaCal user calibrations
  • Built-in preamplifier included as standard
  • IK08-rated 10-inch touch screen
  • Explosive Atmosphere MIL-PRF-28800F Section 4.5.6.3 compliant
  • Complies with IP52 when installed in soft carrying case

Specifications

Cable and Antenna Analyzer
Frequency
MS2089A-0804
 5 kHz to 4 GHz
Option 804
Frequency
MS2089A-0806
 5 kHz to 6 GHz
Option 806
Frequency Accuracy ≤ ± 0.28 ppm (-10ºC to 55ºC) plus aging
MS2089A
Aging ± 1 ppm per year
Frequency Resolution 1 Hz
Output Power, High 0 dBm
typical
Output Power, Low –40 dBm
typical
Interference Immunity, On-Channel +17 dBm @ > 1.0 MHz from carrier frequency
Interference Immunity, On-Frequency 0 dBm within ±10 kHz of the carrier frequency
Corrected Directivity > 44 dB
typical, OSL Calibration
Corrected Directivity > 40 dB
typical, InstaCal Calibration
Measurement Sweep Speed (Return Loss, Distance-to-Fault) < 350 µs/data point
RF immunity low, typical; low dynamic range and fast sweep rate. 700 µs/data point normal sweep rate, typical
Return Loss Measurement Range 0 dB to 60 dB
Resolution 0.01 dB
VSWR Measurement Range 1:1 to 65:1
Resolution 0.01
Cable Loss Measurement Range 0 dB to 30 dB
Resolution 0.01 dB
Distance-to-Fault Horizontal Range 0 to (Data Points–1) x Fault Resolution, to a maximum of 5000 meters (16404 ft)
1-Port Phase Measurement Range –450º to +450º
Resolution 0.01º
Smith Chart Marker Resolution 0.01 Ω, 50/75 Ω selectable
Data Points Flex Cal: 2 to 10,049, user defined
OSL Calibration: 10,049, 5025, 2513, 1257, 629, 315, 158, 65, 33, 17, 9, 5, 3 and 2
Limit Line Segments 42 upper and 42 lower segments maximum
Time Domain Reflectometry (Option 3)
Distance
MS2089A-0003
 5000 Meters
TDR Ohm Measurement Range
MS2089A-0003
 0 Ω to 5000 Ω
Resolution 0.01 Ω
TDR Linear Measurement Range
MS2089A-0003
 0 U to 500 U
Resolution 0.01 U
2-Port Transmission Measurement (Option 21)
Frequency Range
MS2089A-0021
 5 kHz to 4 GHz (Option 804), 5 kHz to 6 GHz (Option 806)
Dynamic Range, 50 kHz to 3 GHz
MS2089A-0021
 90 dB, 105 dB typical
Dynamic range set to high
Dynamic Range, 3 GHz to 4 GHz
MS2089A-0021
 80 dB, 95 dB typical
Dynamic range set to high
Dynamic Range, 4 GHz to 6 GHz
MS2089A-0021
 70 dB, 85 dB typical
Dynamic range set to high
Vector Network Analyzer (Option 904/906)
Frequency
MS2089A-0904
 5 kHz to 4 GHz
Option 904
Frequency
MS2089A-0906
 5 kHz to 6 GHz
Option 906
Frequency Resolution 1 Hz
Transmission Dynamic Range, 5 kHz to < 2 MHz 110 dB typical
300 Hz IF Bandwidth, 100 point averaging and maximum Port Power
Transmission Dynamic Range, 2 MHz to 2 GHz 110 dB, 125 dB typical
300 Hz IF Bandwidth, 100 point averaging and maximum Port Power
Transmission Dynamic Range, >2 GHz to 3 GHz 105 dB, 120 dB typical
300 Hz IF Bandwidth, 100 point averaging and maximum Port Power
Transmission Dynamic Range, > 3 GHz to 4 GHz 100 dB, 113 dB typical
300 Hz IF Bandwidth, 100 point averaging and maximum Port Power
Transmission Dynamic Range, >4 GHz to 5 GHz 95 dB, 110 dB typical
300 Hz IF Bandwidth, 100 point averaging and maximum Port Power
Transmission Dynamic Range, >5 GHz to 6 GHz 90 dB, 105 dB typical
300 Hz IF Bandwidth, 100 point averaging and maximum Port Power
Sweep Speed, 5 kHz to 6 GHz 380 μs/point
Typical; IF Bandwidth of 100 kHz and 1001 data points
Noise Floor, 2 MHz to 2 GHz –116 dBm
300 Hz, typical
Noise Floor, >5 GHz to 6 GHz –97 dBm
300 Hz, typical
Maximum Port Power, 2.5 MHz to 5 GHz +9 dBm
Default 0 dBm, minimum –45 dBm
Maximum Port Power, > 5 MHz to 6 GHz +8 dBm
Default 0 dBm, minimum –45 dBm; band edge as printed in the datasheet
Corrected Directivity, 2 MHz to 6 GHz > 44 dB
Typical; full 1-path, 2-port calibration with OSLN50A-8, OSLNF50A-8, TOSLN50A-8 or TOSLNF50A-8
Corrected Source Match, 2 MHz to 6 GHz ≥ 30 dB
Typical
Data Points 2-16001
IF Bandwidth 10 Hz to 1 MHz
Datasheet introduction (page 2) lists IF Bandwidth selections of 10 Hz to 100 kHz
Spectrum Analyzer Frequency
Frequency
MS2089A-0704
 9 kHz to 4 GHz
Option 704; usable to 0 Hz
Frequency
MS2089A-0706
 9 kHz to 6 GHz
Option 706; usable to 0 Hz
Tuning Resolution 1 Hz
Span 10 Hz to max frequency, Zero Span
Frequency Reference Internal, GNSS, External
Internal Frequency Reference Accuracy ±0.28 ppm (-10°C ±55°C) plus aging
Standard TCXO; aging ±1 ppm per year
External Frequency Reference 10 MHz, -10 dBm to +10 dBm
Spectrum Analyzer Bandwidth and Sweep
Analysis Bandwidth 20 MHz (standard), 40 MHz (Option 102)
Resolution Bandwidth (RBW) 1 Hz to 5 MHz, 1 Hz to 10 MHz in zero span (standard), 1 Hz to 20 MHz in zero span (Option 102)
Video Bandwidth (VBW) 0.1 Hz to 5 MHz, 1 Hz to 10 MHz in zero span (standard), 1 Hz to 20 MHz in zero span (Option 102)
RBW Selectivity 4:1 nominal (–60 dB / –3 dB)
CISPR Bandwidth 200 Hz, 9 kHz, and 120 kHz
Resolution bandwidth when using Quasi-Peak marker function
Sweep Points 10 to 10,001 (1001 in zero span)
Sweep Rate (non-zero span) 32 GHz/s (standard), 45 GHz/s (Option 102)
Zero Span Sweep Time 60 ns to 3600 s
Sweep time accuracy ±2 % in zero span
Spectrum Analyzer Spectral Purity
SSB Phase Noise at 10 kHz offset (1 GHz) –93 dBc/Hz maximum, –94 dBc/Hz typical
SSB Phase Noise at 100 kHz offset (1 GHz) –95 dBc/Hz maximum, –97 dBc/Hz typical
SSB Phase Noise at 1 MHz offset (1 GHz) –120 dBc/Hz maximum, –123 dBc/Hz typical
Residual Spurious < –120 dBm
RF input terminated, 0 dB input attenuation, > 20 MHz, preamp On; < –105 dBm with preamp Off
Input-Related Spurious < –70 dBc
0 dB attenuation, –30 dBm input
Local-Oscillator Related Spurious < –60 dBc
nominal for offsets > 1 MHz
Spectrum Analyzer Amplitude
Dynamic Range 105 dB typical at 1 GHz
2/3 (TOI-DANL) in 1 Hz RBW
Measurement Range DANL to +30 dBm
Display Range 1 to 15 dB/div in 1 dB steps, ten divisions displayed
Reference Level Range –150 dBm to +30 dBm
Attenuator Resolution 0 to 50 dB, 5 dB steps
Maximum Continuous Input +30 dBm CW, ±50 VDC
≥ 10 dB attenuation; +23 dBm CW (< 10 dB attenuation); +10 dBm CW (preamp ON)
Damage Level 5 W (+37 dBm) to 6 GHz
Amplitude Accuracy, 9 kHz to 6 GHz ±1.0 dB maximum, ±0.5 dB typical
20°C to 30°C after 30 minute warm-up; ±2.0 dB maximum from –10°C to 55°C after 60 minute warm-up
DANL –167 dBm
typical with preamp On
Third-Order Intercept (TOI), 1 GHz +7 dBm
Typical; –20 dBm tones 100 kHz apart, 0 dB input attenuation, preamp Off
Third-Order Intercept (TOI), 6 GHz +17 dBm
Typical
Second Harmonic Distortion, > 50 MHz to 3 GHz –70 dBc
typical; 0 dB input attenuation, –30 dBm input, preamp Off
VSWR, 9 kHz to 2.0 GHz 1.5:1 typical
≥ 10 dB input attenuation
VSWR, 2 GHz to 6.0 GHz 1.8:1 typical
≥ 10 dB input attenuation
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (Option 199)
RTSA Bandwidth
MS2089A-0199
 20 MHz (standard), 40 MHz (Option 102)
FFT Rate
MS2089A-0199
 527,000 FFT/s (normal resolution), 263,000 FFT/s (high resolution)
Minimum Detectable Signal
MS2089A-0199
 9 ns
Probability of Intercept, 20 MHz span
MS2089A-0199
 3.036 µs
Normal density resolution, 3 MHz RBW; 4.929 µs high resolution
Probability of Intercept, 40 MHz span
MS2089A-0199, MS2089A-0102
 2.464 µs
Option 102, normal density resolution, 5 MHz RBW; 4.357 µs high resolution
Persistence
MS2089A-0199
 Infinite or Variable from 0 to 10 s
Acquisition Time
MS2089A-0199
 50 ms to 5 s
IQ Waveform Capture and Streaming (Options 126, 127)
Maximum Sample Rate
MS2089A-0126
 50 MHz
Option dependent
Maximum Signal Bandwidth
MS2089A-0126
 40 MHz
Standard analysis bandwidth up to 20 MHz, Option 102 up to 40 MHz
Bit Resolution
MS2089A-0126, MS2089A-0127
 8, 10, 16, or 32-bit
Total Capture Memory
MS2089A-0126
 2 GB
USB Maximum Gapless Streaming Bandwidth
MS2089A-0127
 8/10/16 bit: 40 MHz BW, 50 MSPS sample rate; 32 bit: 25 MHz BW, 30.72 MSPS sample rate
Requires USB 3.0 solid state drive
Tracking Generator (Option 20)
Frequency Range
MS2089A-0704-0020, MS2089A-0706-0020
 9 kHz to 6 GHz
Settable Power Range
MS2089A-0704-0020, MS2089A-0706-0020
 –45 dBm to +9 dBm
Minimum leveled power -40 dBm < 2.5 MHz
Step Size
MS2089A-0704-0020, MS2089A-0706-0020
 0.1 dB nominal
Output Connector
MS2089A-0704-0020, MS2089A-0706-0020
 Type N female, 50 Ω
Channel Scanner, GNSS and Gated Sweep
Channel Scanner Number of Channels
MS2089A-0027
 1 to 60
Channel Scanner Frequency Range
MS2089A-0027
 9 kHz to 4/6 GHz
MS2089A
Channel Scanner Measurement Range
MS2089A-0027
 –160 dBm to +30 dBm
GNSS Supported Satellite Systems
MS2089A-0031
 GNSS (includes combinations of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou)
Requires GNSS antenna, sold separately
GNSS High Frequency Accuracy
MS2089A-0031
 < ±2.5 x 10–8
With GNSS On, 3 minutes after satellite lock in selected mode (GNSS antenna connected)
Gated Sweep Gate Length
MS2089A-0090
 1 µs up to 200 ms
Gate source GNSS (GPS), External
General
Battery Life, Cable and Antenna Analyzer Up to 9 hours
Battery Life, Spectrum Analyzer Up to 6 hours
Weight less than 8.5 lb
Display IK08 10-inch touch screen
Ingress Protection IP52
When installed in soft carrying case
Explosive Atmosphere MIL-PRF-28800F Section 4.5.6.3 compliant
Regulatory Compliance
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
EN 61326-1:2013
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU + 2015/863
Electrical Safety IEC 61010-1:2010+AMD1:2016

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's documentation. See the datasheet for complete and current values.

Applications

  • Cellular network installation and maintenance
  • Broadcast transmitter systems
  • Distributed antenna systems (DAS)
  • Military airframe RF cabling
  • Ship communications
  • Satellite monitoring
  • Interference analysis
  • Transmitter quality measurements
  • Coverage mapping

Options & Accessories

Option Description
MS2089A-0804 Frequency Option 4 GHz Cable and Antenna Analyzer
MS2089A-0806 Frequency Option 6 GHz Cable and Antenna Analyzer
MS2089A-0704 Frequency Option 4 GHz Spectrum Analyzer
MS2089A-0706 Frequency Option 6 GHz Spectrum Analyzer
MS2089A-0904 Frequency Option 4 GHz Vector Network Analyzer
MS2089A-0906 Frequency Option 6 GHz Vector Network Analyzer
MS2089A-0002 Time Domain with Gating
MS2089A-0003 Time Domain Reflection — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0006 Remove Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
MS2089A-0007 Secure Data
MS2089A-0015 Vector Voltmeter
MS2089A-0017 Secure Communication
MS2089A-0019 High Accuracy Power Meter — Requires external USB power sensor, sold separately. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0021 2-Port Transmission Measurement — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0024 Interference Finder — Option 31 and directional antenna recommended. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0027 Channel Scanner — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0031 GNSS Receiver — Requires GNSS antenna, sold separately. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0090 Gated Sweep — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0102 40 MHz Analysis Bandwidth — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0126 IQ Waveform Capture — Includes MX280005A IQ Signal Master base feature set. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0127 I/Q Waveform Stream — Includes MX280005A IQ Signal Master base feature set; requires Option 126. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0128 Vector Signal Analysis enabled — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0199 Real Time Spectrum Analysis — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0400 Enable Vision Monitor Software — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0407 Enable Vision High-Speed Port Scanner — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0431 Coverage Mapping — Requires Option 31. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0444 EMF Measurement Option — Requires Anritsu isotropic antenna, sold separately. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0509 AM/FM Modulation Measurement — Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0871 WCDMA FDD Measurements — Requires Option 31. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0883 LTE FDD/TDD DEMOD — Requires Option 31. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0888 5G NR Downlink Measurements — Requires Option 31. Also offered as a 90-day time-limited option
MS2089A-0704-0020 Tracking Generator — For the 4 GHz spectrum analyzer configuration
MS2089A-0706-0020 Tracking Generator — For the 6 GHz spectrum analyzer configuration
MS2089A-0704-0097 Accredited Calibration
MS2089A-0704-0098 Standard Calibration
MS2089A-0704-0099 Premium Calibration
MS2089A-0706-0097 Accredited Calibration
MS2089A-0706-0098 Standard Calibration
MS2089A-0706-0099 Premium Calibration

Documents & Resources

Site Master MS2085A and MS2089A Technical Data Sheet
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Site Master MS2085A and MS2089A Product Brochure
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Site Master MS2085A and MS2089A Quick Fact Sheet
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EU Declaration of Conformity for the Site Master CAA with SPA MS208xA
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Anritsu RF and Microwave Handheld Analyzers Product Selection Matrix
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C-RAN In The City Poster
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Calibration Options for Anritsu Site Master Cable and Antenna Analyzer Measurements Application Note
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Transmission Measurement Options with Site Master MS208xA Application Note
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Maintaining Data Security Application Note
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Revolutionary Field Testing Unveiled Product Flyer
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Electronic Measuring Instruments Digest 2026 Catalog
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Training and Certification Course Catalog
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Extended Power Pack Quick Start Guide
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Near-Field Probe Set User Guide
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Site Master MS2085A and MS2089A User Guide
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Anritsu Report Tool User Guide
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Spectrum Analyzer (Field Master and RSM) Measurement Guide
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WCDMA Analyzer Measurement Guide
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Channel Scanner Measurement Guide
manual
Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) Measurement Guide
manual
Vector Voltmeter Measurement Guide
manual
5GNR Measurement Guide
manual
Real-Time Spectrum Analyzer (RTSA) Measurement Guide
manual
LTE FDD/TDD Measurement Guide
manual
High Accuracy Power Meter Measurement Guide
manual
Cable and Antenna Analyzer Measurement Guide
manual
IQ Capture/Streaming Measurement Guide
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Site Master MS2085A and MS2089A Help
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Anritsu Report Tool Help
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Site Master MS2085A and MS2089A Programming Manual
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Site Master MS2085A and MS2089A Maintenance Manual
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