S251C
Site Master™ Cable and Antenna Analyzer
Model Number: S251C
Frequency Range: 625 MHz to 2500 MHz

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Description

2-Port Cable and Antenna Analyzer for Tower Top and Duplex Applications

Performance enhancing design trends such as high sector to-sector isolation, tower-mounted amplifiers and duplexed antennas add new complexities to site installation, deployment, maintenance and troubleshooting cables. To help simplify performance verification for these systems, the Site Master ™ Handheld Cable and Antenna Analyzer Model S251C features a second test port for isolation, gain and insertion loss measurements.

Covering the 625 MHz-2500 MHz frequency band, the Site Master S251C is ideally suited for field technicians working in cellular, PCS/GSM and ISM applications.

Measurement capability includes return loss, cable loss and distance-to-Fault (DTF) analysis using frequency domain reflectometry (FDR) technology. The S251C also functions as a VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) power meter. A selectable +6 dBm or +30 dBm output and optional Bias Tee enables users to conveniently verify Tower Mounted Amplifier (TMA) gain before and after installation. The S251C's patented RF interference rejection feature and high dynamic range (>90 dB) enables the S251C to accurately measure antenna-to-antenna isolation in the presence of high RF activity. Data Analysis Software enables assessment of system trends, problems and performance in addition to professional report generation. An optional power monitor is available to make power measurements quickly and easily.

The S251C model Site Master Cable and Antenna Analyzer includes data analysis software, soft carrying case, rechargeable battery, AC/DC power supply, 12.5V automobile cigarette lighter adapter and users guide. The S251C replaces the former S251B models.

Applications


Wireless Network Field Measurements
  • Cable and Antenna testing for VHF, broadcasting, paging, cellular, PCS/GSM, 3G, ISM, WLAN and WLL applications
  • Return Loss measurement
  • Distance-To-Fault measurement
  • Cable loss measurement Tower Mounted Amplifier Testing
  • Enables two port gain/loss measurement with selectable power output and an optional built-in BiasTee Wireless Network Field Measurements
  • Antenna isolation measurement is easily tested with >90 dB dynamic range

  • Features
    • Frequency Range: 625 MHz to 2500 MHz
    • Handheld, battery-operated design
    • Lightweight at only 4 lbs (including battery)
    • Superior immunity to RF interference
    • Long Range, High Resolution Fault Location
    • High Dynamic Range
    • Accurately Tests Tower Mounted Amplifiers
    • Performs Isolation Tests
    • Built-in Bias Tee Option 10B
    • RF Source 625 MHz to 2500MHz, 10 kHz steps
    • Multilingual user interface; English, French, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, German
    • Pop-up cable menus containing over 70 cable types
    • Saves 10 Measurement Test Set-Ups
    • Saves up to 200 Measurement Traces
    • Alphanumeric Labeling of Saved Measurements
    • Automatic Time and Date Stamp of Saved Data
    • Rechargeable, Field Replaceable Battery
    • Distance Measurement in Feet and Meters
    • Information Screens Provide Cable Attenuation and Velocity of Propagation values
    • Trace Upload/Download, and overlay
    • RS232 Interface
    • RF Power Monitor Option 5A
    • Reverse, Over Voltage and Under Voltage Protection
    • Power Output Selectable Mode +6 dbm, -30 dbm
    • 6 Markers, Limit Lines, and Segmented Limit Lines

    Related Literature / Software:

  • Introduction to Line Sweeping Principles Training Course
  • Brochure
  • Site Master S251C Product Brochure
  • Brochure
  • Site Master Training Course
  • Brochure
  • Ruggedized Test Port Cables Technical Data Sheet
  • Data Sheet
  • Site Master Cable Assemblies
  • Data Sheet
  • Reference Charts for RF & Microwave Communications
  • Instruction Sheet
  • Handheld Software Tools Versions Guide
  • Instruction Sheet
  • Handheld Code Loader Readme file
  • Instruction Sheet
  • Electronic Measuring Instruments Catalog
  • Catalog
  • FlexCal Broadband Calibration and Measurement Application Note
  • Application Note
  • Tower Mounted Amplifiers, Diagnostics and Isolation Measurements Application Note
  • Application Note
  • Insertion Loss Measurement Methods Application Note
  • Application Note
  • Understanding Cable & Antenna Analysis White Paper
  • White Paper
  • The Importance of Stable, Reliable Test Cable Assemblies Technical Note
  • Technical Note
  • Download Handheld Code Loader
  • Driver/Software/Firmware
  • Download Handheld Software Tools
  • Driver/Software/Firmware
  • Site Master S251C User Guide
  • User Guide
  • Site Master Model S251C Antenna and Cable Analyzer
  • Programming Manual
  • Site Master S251C Maintenance Manual
  • Maintenance Manual


    FAQs:

  • I am trying to download around 70 plots from an S331D to my laptop but I get an error in serial communications timeout. I did a recall display on my plots and noticed that some of the plots are showing weird characters and lines are missing. I am able to download plots from an S331B using the same laptop.
  • FAQ
  • What happens if the battery of my site master is completely discharged?
  • FAQ
  • On the S251C, can you save the power monitor measurements (option 5) by using the "Save Display" function?
  • FAQ
  • Can you capture the power monitor (option 5) measurements by using the "Capture Current Plot to Screen F2" function of Handheld Software Tools?
  • FAQ
  • Does cable loss affect the system return loss?
  • FAQ
  • What is the maximum input power at the load port without damage of 2000-767/2000-768 Open/Short/ Load (DIN Type)?
  • FAQ
  • My traces are saved in .MDB format on my PC. How do I convert these traces to .DAT files?
  • FAQ
  • What are the specifications for the SC5237 (6 dB offset termination) and SC5270 (20 dB offset termination)?
  • FAQ
  • The measurement range of the Power Monitor Option (5) for Site Masters is -50 to +20 dBm. Can we measure power greater than +20dBm?
  • FAQ
  • How can we use the Site Master to make antenna isolation measurements?
  • FAQ
  • When creating Custom Cable list using Handheld Software Tools to upload to a Site Master, what is the maximum number of cable types that can be stored in the Site Master (current platform and old platform)?
  • FAQ
  • Will a Polyphaser alter the return loss of an antenna sweep?
  • FAQ
  • What is the Return Loss specification for 2000-767/2000-768 Open/Short/Load?
  • FAQ
  • I have saved my Site Master traces to a database. How do I view the files using HHST?
  • FAQ
  • Does Handheld Software Tools work with Microsoft Vista?
  • FAQ
  • Can I charge my Site Master battery and the spare battery at the same time?
  • FAQ
  • After saving a sweep in the Site Master, how can we change the resolution from 130 to 259 points without re-sweeping the coax hard line?
  • FAQ
  • My captured traces on Handheld Software Tools do not look same as they are saved in Site Master. Scale has changed (vertical side).
  • FAQ
  • Why does it look like a short is occurring in my Antenna when I'm doing a DTF?
  • FAQ
  • I am trying to place my marker on a specific frequency, but the marker only allows me to go to a specified frequency (ie: I want to place it on 1950.3, but the marker jumps to 1949.xx or 1950.9x). Why does it do this?
  • FAQ
  • What USB to Serial Adapters will work with my Sitemaster?
  • FAQ
  • Why doesn't my USB to Serial adapter work?
  • FAQ
  • Why doesn't my USB to Serial adapter work?
  • FAQ
  • Why don't I use an Open/Short/Load procedure for waveguide calibrations?
  • FAQ
  • What type of interface cable is needed for connectiing a computer to the Site Master?
  • FAQ
  • What do I need if my Laptop doesn't have a Serial interface connection?
  • FAQ
  • What is the part number for a replacement battery for the 'A' and non-lettered Site Masters?
  • FAQ
  • When installing Software Tools on a Windows 2000 operating system, the installer might find versions of DLLs on your PC that are out of date.
  • FAQ
  • Why is my Site Master display blank on power-up?
  • FAQ
  • Why is my unit giving bad readings?
  • FAQ
  • Marker and trace data values are truncated to the right of the decimal (comma) for both Frequency and Amplitude. This occurs in German and French operating system Regional Settings.
  • FAQ
  • Can I use the InstaCal I got with my new S331C on my S331B? How about my S114C?
  • FAQ
  • Is the v6.41 software backward compatible with the v6.4?
  • FAQ
  • What is the little double arrow 'C' symbol on my display mean?
  • FAQ
  • What will be the benefit for me to install the Site Master Code Loader?
  • FAQ
  • Can you use a one load if you calibrate with a different load?
  • FAQ
  • Is it possible to recall traces once they have been deleted from the Site Master 251 series?
  • FAQ
  • I left my Site Master on a bench and went to lunch. It's not sweeping anymore. What's wrong? How do I get it to sweep again?
  • FAQ
  • When performing a line sweep the unit blinks "DX" where the "Hold" is displayed.
  • FAQ
  • In DTF mode, I chose a cable from the cable list, but the cable loss that is given does not match the cable loss that is in my catalog. What is wrong?
  • FAQ
  • How to interpret traces?
  • FAQ
  • How do I get the graph from Software Tools into a Word Document? Into Excel?
  • FAQ
  • Why is my S251 clicking at me when I try to use the bias-Tee?
  • FAQ
  • Why does my DTF Trace "creep up" on long cables?
  • FAQ
  • Why is my display dark when it is too hot or too cold?
  • FAQ
  • Can I use any standard extension cable with my Site Master?
  • FAQ
  • How long does it take to warm up my SiteMaster?
  • FAQ
  • How accurate (in feet) is the DTF measurement?
  • FAQ
  • My Site Master has two N connectors on it. Do I need to calibrate both of them? Which one do I use?
  • FAQ
  • Using version 6.41 software, I do not seem to be able to overlay two plots by the drop and drag method described in the help file. Can you suggest what I may be doing wrong?
  • FAQ
  • How to interpret the presence of Connector, Jumper or Antenna using the DTF graph?
  • FAQ
  • Why is propagation velocity important for DTF, but not for Return Loss or SWR?
  • FAQ
  • There is a lot of concern about loss and reflections in the cable run to the antenna. Why don't the radio MFGs just make transmitters with more power?
  • FAQ
  • How do I know if my Site Master battery is charging?
  • FAQ
  • What are the Universal Serial Bus(USB) to Serial Adapter data rate transmission limitations?
  • FAQ
  • How do you determine if my Site Master adapters are working properly?
  • FAQ
  • How can I find out if there is a Software update available for my SiteMaster Software Tools? How do I get the update?
  • FAQ
  • How important is the calibration? I have made a Calibration for 900 band and saved the setup. Two days later I recall setup and (without Calibrating) used to measure feeder. Do you recommend this procedure?
  • FAQ
  • I just calibrated my SiteMaster but after about 20 min it says "Calibration OFF", Just how big is the valid calibration temperature window. How can I see this information?
  • FAQ
  • Why does my SiteMaster say "Calibration OFF", wasn't it calibrated at the factory?
  • FAQ
  • What is the most common cause of antenna/cable failure?
  • FAQ
  • How can I check the accuracy of the InstaCal calibration?
  • FAQ
  • When I open a plot in the Site Master Software Tools I am unable to move any of the markers away from the left or right margin of the plot.
  • FAQ
  • Why can't I go more then 86 ft on a DTF measurement.
  • FAQ
  • When I select to display a plot from a database, the plot will not display and my mouse cursor remains an hour-glass.
  • FAQ
  • When testing sites on power transmission towers do I need to worry about ESD damaging the Site Master?
  • FAQ
  • What causes an Integrator Failure?
  • FAQ


    This Product is Obsolete
    Replacements:

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