
Key Features
Overview
The SPECTRAN V6 RSA250X is one of Aaronia's latest high-performance real-time spectrum analyzers. The SPECTRAN V6 RSA250X comes with 300/440 GHz/s sweep speed. Any number of devices can be cascaded to achieve an even higher real-time bandwidth. Thus, using only four SPECTRAN V6 instruments, real-time bandwidth of 480MHz can be achieved.
The included software RTSA-Suite PRO is tailored to powerful and robust hardware and supports multiple SPECTRAN V6. The stackable aluminium housing facilitates the parallel use of several units.
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Why Engineers Choose The Aaronia SPECTRAN V6 PLUS 250XA-6 Spectrum Analyser
Real-Time Signal Capture
apid Development Cycles
Professional Software Included
High-Performance Real-Time Spectrum Analysis
The SPECTRAN V6 PLUS 250XA-6 delivers exceptional real-time spectrum analysis capabilities with 80MHz real-time bandwidth (expandable to 120MHz), covering frequencies from 10MHz to 6GHz (expandable to 8GHz). This compact USB-powered instrument scans the entire 6GHz spectrum in just 20ms, achieving sweep speeds of 300GHz/s (440GHz/s with upgrade).
The included software RTSA-Suite PRO is precisely tailored to the powerful and robust hardware and supports the use of multiple SPECTRAN® V6 X. The stackable aluminum housing facilitates the parallel use of several units.
The SPECTRAN® V6 X is available in three versions: V6-RSA250X, V6-RSA500X and V6-RSA2000X - with a max. instantaneous bandwidth (complex I/Q) of up to 245 MHz (via 2 x USB). The analyser is compatible to all common Aaronia antennae.
Highlights
• Frequency range: 10 MHz up to 8 GHz (Basic version 6 GHz)
• Instantaneous bandwidth (complex I/Q) of up to 245 MHz
• Unlimited continuous true I/Q streaming over up to 2 x USB 3.0
• I/Q vector signal generator bandwidth of up to 245 MHz
• Sweep speed up to 1 THz/s
• Several devices can be cascaded!
• Parallel measurement of several frequency bands
• World's first and only Dual USB true I/Q streaming up to 784 MBytes/s
• POI up to 97 ns (FFT based)
• POI up to 10 ns (I/Q based)
• Exceptional dynamic range through the use of a 16-bit ADC with 2GSPS (Giga Samples per Second)
• Sample rate: 500 MSPS (16 Bit Dual 256 MSPS I/Q-Data)
• FPGA: 930 GMAC/s
• FFT rate: 960 million FFT points/s (120 million FFTs/s)
• Full MATLAB support
• Stackable accessories
• Light and compact
• Including the software RTSA-Suite PRO with daily updates
• German Designed and manufactured
For more detailed information and news, you can visit our SPECTRAN® V6 Forum.
Housing
The high-quality black anodized housing is machined from a solid aluminium block. Thus the SPECTRAN® V6 X achieves an optimal shielding and cooling for the internal components. At the same time, the housing construction ensures maximum robustness. The integrated fan is speed- and temperature-controlled and thus generates only minimal noise.
USB
Depending on the version, the SPECTRAN® V6 X has one or two USB 3.0 ports for data transfer. A further USB port can optionally be used as power supply. A 26,800 mAh power pack with the same form factor is available separately and allows operation without the strain on the laptop battery.
Options / Extensions
- Frequency extension 6 ‐ 8 GHz for WiFi 6E
- OCXO time base - 5 ppb with extremely high shock and vibration resistance (±0.1 ppb/g)
- 120 MHz RTBW (for V6-RSA250X & V6-RSA500X)
- 245 MHz RTBW (only for V6-RSA2000X - via 2 x USB)
- 120 MHz Vector Signal Generator (only for V6-RSA250X, already integrated in the higher versions)
- Extremely low-noise preamplifier with 20 dB gain
- Internal GPS (Includes spoofing detection and active GPS antenna with SMB cable)
- RF over Fiber
- 4-way Splitter
- 26800 mAh Powerbank
- Large selection of compatible Aaronia antennas
Software
The spectrum analyzer is supplied with the latest version of the RTSA-Suite PRO software.
It is the most powerful and versatile spectrum analysis software solution on the market. The RTSA-Suite PRO allows signals to be displayed and analyzed in real time in many different ways. The software is constantly being developed and expanded. In the download section we provide daily updates. In the SPECTRAN® V6 Forum you will find all the latest information about our software.
What is Included?
The SPECTRAN® V6 X is supplied with all necessary USB cables and also the RTSA-Suite PRO software with manuals on USB a stick. A waterproof and shockproof transport case is available as an option.
Made in Germany
Like all instruments of the SPECTRAN® series, the SPECTRAN® V6 X spectrum analyzer is completely developed and manufactured in Germany. Therefore the hardware meets the highest quality standards.
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Part Number (SKU) |
102/001
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Weight |
0.85 kg
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EAN |
5055383613946
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Questions and Answers
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What Is the Minimum Detectable Signal Level?
Aaronia quotes a DANL of -165 dBm/Hz for the 250XA-6. The optional internal preamplifier adds 20 dB of gain; with it, Aaronia gives typically -170 dBm/Hz for the V6 PLUS family.
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Is the Analyser Suitable for EMC Pre-Compliance Testing?
Yes. Aaronia lists EMC testing and interference hunting among its applications, and the fast sweep and wide real-time bandwidth suit emissions pre-compliance checks.
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What Power Options Are Available?
The analyser can be powered via USB-C PD 3.0 or through the included external power supply, with typical consumption of 15W.
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How Portable Is the SPECTRAN V6 PLUS 250XA-6?
It weighs 850g and measures 210×115×30mm, so it suits field measurements as well as lab use.
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What RF Connector Types Are Used?
The 250XA-6 has one 50 Ω SMA RF input, plus USB-C for data and USB-C for power.
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What Is the Real-Time Bandwidth of the SPECTRAN V6 PLUS 250XA-6?
The base model has 80MHz real-time bandwidth, with an optional upgrade to 120MHz for wideband signal analysis.
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Can I Extend the Frequency Range Beyond 6GHz?
Yes. Aaronia's frequency extension option (sold as the 8 GHz extension for WiFi 6E) raises the specified range to 7.2 GHz, covering the WiFi 6E band.
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How Does the Sweep Speed Compare to Traditional Spectrum Analysers?
Sweep speed is 300 GHz/s, or 440 GHz/s with the upgrade, and a full 6 GHz scan takes about 20 ms. Aaronia describes the V6 PLUS as the world's fastest USB spectrum analyser.
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What Software Is Included with the Analyser?
RTSA-Suite PRO is included. It uses a modular block layout (some blocks need licence keys), records long I/Q captures and has full MATLAB support.
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Can Multiple Units Be Used Together for Increased Bandwidth?
Yes. Several SPECTRAN V6 PLUS units can be stitched together with Aaronia's 4-way or 6-way splitter/combiner to extend real-time bandwidth. Aaronia does not specify a combined bandwidth figure.
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