VIAVI Ranger RF Environment Simulation and Forensic Signal Analysis System

One-box RF record, playback and signal analysis system with up to 200 MHz IBW and long streaming capture from 100 kHz to 6 GHz or 30 GHz.

VSG frequency range: 100 kHz to 6 GHz
VSA frequency range: 100 kHz to 6 GHz, 100 kHz to 30 GHz
Instantaneous bandwidth (IBW): up to 200 MHz (250M samples / sec)
Streaming capture / playback duration: more than three hours at full instantaneous bandwidth

Datasheet

Overview

The VIAVI Ranger product line is an all-in-one system for live RF analysis and offline forensic post-processing of recorded signals. It combines vector signal analysis and vector signal generation with deep recording memory, supporting contiguous and sequential recording and playback modes for analyzing live events and reviewing captured signals afterward.

Ranger can stream capture or play back at full instantaneous bandwidth of up to 200 MHz at center frequencies between 100 kHz and 6 GHz, or up to 30 GHz for analysis depending on the hardware configuration. Typical signals of interest include military radar and 5G waveforms across the electromagnetic spectrum.

Modular hardware

Ranger systems are built from modules of the VIAVI CMP (Configurable Modular Platform) line, based on the open AXIe instrumentation standard. The mA-1305 AXIe chassis is the basis for all systems, with the mA-3011 embedded host processor, the mA-6806 6 GHz vector signal transceiver or the mA-6A30 vector signal transceiver with 30 GHz downconverter, and the mA-3A01 NVMe mass data storage module for long streaming captures. The modular design allows the configuration to be adapted and supports system sanitization. The construction is rugged for field and lab use, and units can be used on a bench or in a rack.

Software

The Signal WorkShop signal analysis suite is integrated in all Ranger systems. It includes the Signal View Toolkit (SVT) for live monitoring and GPS-timestamped captures, SVT File for post-capture analysis, the Vector Signal Simulator (VSS) for creating composite multi-standard signal environments, and the Vector Signal Player (VSP) for playing back recordings and waveforms. VIAVI offers preconfigured Ranger systems as well as custom configurations.

Key Features

Wide bandwidth, deep recording memory with contiguous and sequential recording and playback modes
More than three hours of streaming capture or playback at full instantaneous bandwidth (max IBW 200 MHz)
Record up to three hours with 200 MHz IBW, continuous streaming to a single capture using the mA-3A01 mass storage device
VSG frequency range 100 kHz to 6 GHz
VSA frequency range 100 kHz to 6 GHz, or 100 kHz to 30 GHz depending on hardware configuration
Instantaneous bandwidth up to 200 MHz (250M samples / sec)
Capture, playback and analysis of the electromagnetic spectrum, including military radars and 5G signals
Signal WorkShop signal analysis suite integrated in all Ranger systems
Signal View Toolkit (SVT) with live signal monitoring and precision GPS timestamped captures
Software, external TTL and GPS time triggering
SVT File post-capture analysis including Pulse, PSK, QAM, AM, FM, PM and more
Spectrum, spectrogram and time plots
Vector Signal Simulator (VSS) for creating composite multi-standard / multi-carrier environments
Vector Signal Player (VSP) for playback of recordings, single waveforms or composite environments
External playback triggering
Open, industry-standard AXIe modular construction supporting single or multiple channels
Compact 4U x 19” rack-mountable chassis
Rugged construction, 30 G shock, MIL-28800 Class 3
Modular design for reconfiguration and system sanitization
Bench top or rack mount use

Specifications

System

VSG frequency range	100 kHz to 6 GHz
VSA frequency range	100 kHz to 6 GHz, 100 kHz to 30 GHz Based on hardware configuration
Instantaneous bandwidth (IBW)	up to 200 MHz (250M samples / sec)
Streaming capture / playback duration	more than three hours at full instantaneous bandwidth Using mA-3A01 mass storage device; the mA-3A01 and mA-6806 datasheets state over 2.5 hours of full-bandwidth recording
Chassis	4U x 19” rack-mountable The page also refers to a single 6U chassis; the mA-1305 datasheet specifies 4U x 19”
Ruggedization	30 G Shock, MIL-28800 Class 3

Vector Signal Transceiver mA-6806

VSA tuning range mA-6806	70 MHz to 6 GHz, usable to 100 kHz with mixer bypass
VSG tuning range mA-6806	1 MHz to 6 GHz, usable to 100 kHz
Maximum bandwidth mA-6806	160 MHz (200 MHz usable)
Sampling rate mA-6806	250 MSPS (I / Q Data)
Resolution mA-6806	16-bit I, 16-bit Q
Acquisition depth mA-6806	500 MSa (I / Q samples)
Maximum continuous input power, RF input port mA-6806	+10 dBm, ±16 VDC
Maximum continuous input power, RF duplex port mA-6806	+40 dBm, 0 VDC
Output power range, RF output port mA-6806	+13 dBm to -150 dBm
Power dissipation mA-6806	<100 W
Weight mA-6806	2.7 kg

Vector Signal Transceiver with 30 GHz Downconverter mA-6A30

VSA tuning range mA-6A30	1 MHz to 30 GHz, usable to 100 kHz, mixer bypass below 70 MHz
VSG tuning range mA-6A30	1 MHz to 6 GHz, usable to 100 kHz
Maximum signal bandwidth mA-6A30	200 MHz
Analysis bandwidth mA-6A30	160 MHz Frequency >130 MHz
CW signal generator tuning range mA-6A30	1 MHz to 30 GHz, usable to 9 kHz
Acquisition depth mA-6A30	500 MSa (I / Q samples)
Power dissipation mA-6A30	<130 W
Weight mA-6A30	3.9 kg

Mass Data Storage mA-3A01

Capacity mA-3A01	9.6 TB (9,600 GB) total Three 3.2 TB SSDs standard; optionally up to four SSDs (12.8 TB)
Sequential read / write mA-3A01	>1000 MB/s Half-Duplex R/W
Streaming throughput mA-3A01	>1.0 TB of contiguous streaming at full rate
Power consumption mA-3A01	120 W Max

Chassis mA-1305

Instrument slots mA-1305	5 slots
AC operating voltage range mA-1305	100 - 300 VAC
Input frequency range mA-1305	47 - 66 Hz
Reference clock accuracy mA-1305	±0.1 ppm OCXO OCXO is standard
Operating temperature mA-1305	0°- 50°C
Storage temperature mA-1305	-40°- 71°C
Functional shock mA-1305	30 G In accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F
Dimensions mA-1305	432 mm (W) x 177 mm (H) x 435 mm (D)
Weight mA-1305	12 kg (26.5 lbs)

Embedded Host mA-3011

CPU mA-3011	Intel i7 4700EQ
CPU clock frequency mA-3011	2.4 GHz (3.4 GHz Turbo)
DRAM capacity mA-3011	8 GB, 2x 4 GB SO-DIMMs (16 GB optional) Datasheet prints "16 BG optional"
Storage capacity mA-3011	128 GB (256 GB optional)

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

Applications

Spectrum capture and analysis
Electronic warfare (EW) support
Electronic spectrum obfuscation
RF monitoring and signal surveying
Radio design and development
Synthesizer settling verification
Turn-on/turn-off and attack/decay characterization
Stimulus and response analysis of RF systems
Spectrum management
Electromagnetic environment (EME) characterization
Interference detection and mitigation
Band usage statistics
Signal intelligence and surveillance
Satellite test range support
Radar/EW/ECM testing
Radar and target simulation
ECM/ECCM testing
Test range support and test event recording
Military radio and communications test
Golden radio simulation and interoperability testing

Included

Signal WorkShop signal analysis suite

Options & Accessories

Option	Description
mA-1305	Advanced High-Performance AXIe Chassis — AXIe chassis that is the basis for all Ranger systems; embedded system module with dual-core processor for chassis management.
mA-3011	AXIe Embedded Host Processor — Embedded host with Intel i7 4700 EQ quad-core processing; eliminates the need for an external host processor.
mA-6806	AXIe Vector Signal Transceiver — VSA/VSG frequency range 1 MHz to 6 GHz; maximum bandwidth 160 MHz (200 MHz usable).
mA-6A30	AXIe Vector Signal Transceiver with 30 GHz Downconverter — VSA frequency range 1 MHz - 30 GHz, VSG frequency range 1 MHz - 6 GHz, maximum signal bandwidth 200 MHz.
mA-3A01	Mass Data Storage Module — AXIe NVMe storage tray; three 3.2 TB SSDs standard (9.6 TB), optionally up to four SSDs (12.8 TB).