Compact All-in-One Handheld Signal Analyzer for 5G/LTE Field Testing

Siglent introduces the SHA860A series, a next-generation handheld signal analyzer designed to revolutionize 5G/LTE field testing. Combining spectrum analysis, vector network analysis, and cable/antenna testing into a single portable platform, the SHA860A delivers unparalleled versatility for base station deployment, maintenance, and on-site troubleshooting. Key specifications include a 9 kHz to 7.5 GHz frequency range (usable from 5 kHz), 110 MHz real-time analysis bandwidth, and advanced capabilities such as 5G NR/LTE OTA testing, real-time spectrum analysis, pulse analysis, IQ data acquisition, and GPS-synchronized indoor/outdoor mapping and so on.

During 5G base station deployment, operators require precise validation of network quality and beam performance. The SHA860A’s 5G NR OTA mode demodulates signals to extract key parameters, including frequency, physical cell identity (PCI), SSB index, frequency error, and error vector magnitude (EVM) for the SSB portion, visualized via constellation diagrams. This functionality is vital for optimizing 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) deployments, ensuring seamless coordination between LTE and 5G networks (more info).