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Truly portable solution for quick and
precise spectrum analysis
B&K Precision’s 2650A series handheld 
spectrum analyzers are compact, light weight,
and cost-effective spectrum analyzers for quick
and precise signal investigations, especially away
from the bench.  At a weight of only 1.8 kg 
(4 pounds), the 2650A series are by far the
lightest full-featured spectrum analyzer 
available, yet they deliver performance and 
features comparable to full-size bench spectrum
analyzers and can operate up to 4 hours on a
single battery.
With their ease of use, measurement flexibility,
and unmatched portability, the 2650A series
analyzers are indispensible tools for engineers
and technicians who conduct field measure-
ments in the 50 kHz to 8.5 GHz range.
Handheld Spectrum Analyzers, 3.3 GHz & 8.5 GHz
Models 2650A, 2652A, 2658A
Technical data subject to change
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Applications
■ Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting 
of wireless communication systems such as 
W-CDMA/CDMA, GSM, WLAN, WiMAX and
Bluetooth
■ Frequency response measurements of passive 
components such as RF cables, filters, and 
attenuators (model 2652A)
■ Detection of signal interference and undesired 
emissions
■ TV and broadcasting
■ Antenna alignment
■ Electric field strength measurement with dipole 
antennas optimized for typical frequencies used
in wireless systems (order M401-M406)
■ Magnetic field strength measurement with 
magnetic field probe (PR 26m)
Key features and benefits
■ Frequency range from 50 kHz – 3.3 GHz or 
8.5 GHz
■ A truly portable spectrum analyzer weighing 
only 1.8 kg including the battery
■ Impressive 4 hour battery life; easy-to-replace 
rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery
■ Built-in tracking generator to rapidly determine 
transmission characteristics of 2 port devices 
(model 2652A) 
■ USB interface for PC connectivity
■ Intuitive PC Software for remote control and 
documentation of measurement results
■ Conveniently store measurement results and 
screen shots in bitmap format to USB flash 
drive (USB host interface)
■ Large easy-to-read color display (TFT LCD), 
640 x 480 resolution
■ Measurement functions:  channel/adjacent 
channel power, occupied bandwidth, electric 
and magnetic field strength 
■ Convenient Auto Tune function automatically 
sets center frequency to the maximum signal 
within full span and optimum settings for RBW, 
VWB and sweep time
■ External trigger for zero span measurements
■ SCPI-like remote control commands
Superb performance improves your
productivity
Advanced synthesizer-based design enables the
2650A series to provide you with an accurate
and detailed picture of the spectrum you are
investigating.
■ Fast sweep speed, minimum 10 ms, to help 
locate and identify elusive, transient 
interference signals 
■ DANL (displayed average noise level) of 
-127 dBm
■ Single sideband phase noise – 90 dBc @ 
100 kHz offset
2650A 50 kHz – 3.3 GHz
2652A 50 kHz – 3.3 GHz
with Tracking Generator
2658A 50 kHz – 8.5 GHz
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