Tektronix H500 Real-Time Handheld Spectrum Analyzer

The Tektronix H500 Real-Time Handheld Spectrum Analyzer is a portable RF measurement instrument that captures and analyzes transient signals that conventional swept analyzers often miss. Operating from 10 kHz to 6.2 GHz with 20 MHz real-time bandwidth, it delivers 100% probability of intercept on signals as short as 125 µs and processes up to 10,000 spectra per second using DPX® Live RF technology. The H500 combines field-rugged construction with GPS geolocation, signal classification, and mapping capabilities for rapid RF environment assessment.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 10 kHz to 6.2 GHz


• Real-Time Bandwidth: 20 MHz


• Resolution Bandwidth: 10 Hz to 3 MHz (1 Hz resolution)


• Scan Span: 20 MHz to 6.2 GHz at 1240 MHz/s typical


• DANL: -153 dBm/Hz (-163 dBm/Hz at 10 Hz RBW)


• SFDR: Better than 70 dB


• Phase Noise: -110 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz offset; ≤-95 dBc/Hz at 10 kHz offset


• Probability of Intercept: 100% for 125 µs signals (typical)


• Spectrum Processing Rate: Up to 10,000 spectra/second


• Maximum Input Level: +20 dBm peak envelope power


• Survivable Input Power: 50 W rms (<3.2 GHz); 15 W rms (3.2–6.2 GHz)


• Residual Spurious: ≤-90 dBm (preamp off); ≤-105 dBm (preamp on)

Key Features

• DPX Live RF Spectrum Display with real-time signal visualization


• DPX Spectrum Mask for color-coded signal event mapping


• Built-in signal classification: WLAN, GSM, W-CDMA, CDMA, ATSC


• Open signal database for custom signal definitions


• Integrated GPS receiver with geolocation


• Mapping integration: Google Earth, MapInfo, MapPoint


• Signal hunting tools for field targeting and location


• LAN and USB interfaces for remote control and monitoring

Typical Applications

• Transient signal detection and intercept


• RF environment scanning and site surveys


• Signal localization and geomapping


• Spectrum interference analysis


• Field-based RF monitoring stations

Connectivity

• LAN interface for remote control


• USB connectivity


• External reference input (50 ohm impedance)