Rohde and Schwarz FSVA30 Signal & Spectrum Analyzer, 30 GHz

The Rohde & Schwarz FSVA30 is a signal and spectrum analyzer engineered for precision RF measurements across demanding applications in aerospace, defense, wireless communications, and EMC testing. Operating from 10 Hz to 30 GHz - extendable to 500 GHz with optional harmonic mixers - the FSVA30 delivers analysis bandwidth up to 160 MHz, exceptional phase noise performance, and DANL as low as –168 dBm at 1 Hz bandwidth. The instrument combines a touchscreen interface with SCPI automation to streamline complex measurement workflows.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 Hz to 30 GHz; up to 500 GHz with optional harmonic mixers


• Analysis Bandwidth: Up to 160 MHz standard


• Phase Noise: –114 dBc/Hz at 1 GHz, 10 Hz offset; –118 dBc (1 Hz) at 1 GHz, 10 kHz offset; –110 dBc (1 Hz) at 10 kHz offset


• DANL: –168 dBm at 1 Hz bandwidth; –155 dBm at 1 GHz and –147 dBm at 30 GHz in 1 Hz bandwidth; –162 dBm at 30 GHz with optional R&S FSV-B24 preamplifier


• Third-Order Intercept (TOI): Typically 20 dBm; +15 dBm


• Level Measurement Uncertainty: 0.4 dB up to 7 GHz


• Resolution Bandwidth (–3 dB): 1 Hz to 10 MHz standard in 1/2/3/5 sequence; extends to 40 MHz with R&S FSV3-B8E option


• Bandwidth Uncertainty (–3 dB): < 3 % nominal


• Shape Factor (60 dB:3 dB): < 5 nominal


• Sweep Time Accuracy: ±0.1 % nominal (Span = 0 Hz); ±3 % nominal (Span ≥ 10 Hz, swept)

Key Features

• Touchscreen-based user interface with SCPI recorder for automated measurements


• Optional R&S FSV-B24 RF preamplifier for enhanced sensitivity at 30 GHz


• Optional R&S FSV-B11 YIG preselector bypass enabling 160 MHz bandwidth analysis across full frequency range


• Compact design with optional battery pack for portable deployment

Typical Applications

• Phase noise and noise figure analysis


• Vector signal analysis and OFDM measurements


• 5G NR, LTE, WLAN, WCDMA/HSPA+, and Bluetooth signal characterization


• Pulse and distortion analysis


• Satellite and microwave backhaul signal analysis


• EMI diagnostics and electromagnetic compatibility testing

Compatibility & Integration The FSVA30 supports SCPI-based remote control and automation, enabling integration into test systems and production environments requiring programmatic measurement control.