HP 8921A Cell Site Test Set

The HP 8921A cell site test set is a highly portable, integrated solution for the installation and maintenance of AMPS and TACS cell sites. The HP 8921A incorporates more than twenty powerful instruments into a compact, 38 pound package with options available for TDMA, CDMA, CDPD and PCS cell site test. The integral IBASIC controller in the HP 8921A runs the HP 11807B cell site test software to fully automate base station test and adjustment procedures for many applications. Automation combined with accurate measurements increases technician efficiency to speed installation and maintenance procedures.

[ Features ]

High performance measurement capabilities to ensure thorough testing
Built-in controller and automated measurements for standardized testing in less time.
Common instrument base to reduce technician training and instrument pool needs.
Worldwide training and support across all technologies to give you a single contact for all your technical questions.
Add-on Upgrade for TDMA, CDMA, CDPD, or PCS measurements.

[ Specifications ]

Signal Generator
Frequency Range:
	250 kHz to 1000 MHz
Output Level Range:
	-137 to -19 dBm into 50 ohms
Output Level Accuracy:
	+/-1.8 dB (level >/= -127 dBm)
	Typically +/-1.0 dB for all levels
Harmonics:
	<-30 dBc
Non-Harmonic Spurious:
	<-60 dBc (at >5 kHz offset from carrier)

RF Analyzer:

Measurement Range:
	400 kHz to 1000 MHz
Level Range:
	RF In/Out:
		1m W to 60 W continuous 
                100 W for 10 seconds/minute
	ANT In:
		-36 dBm to +20 dBm
Frequency Measurement Accuracy:
	+/-1 Hz plus timebase accuracy
Power Measurement Range:  
        30 MHz to 1000 MHz
Power Measurement Accuracy:
	+/-5% of reading +/-1 mW (for inputs 
            >/=200 mW at 25 degrees +/-10 degrees C)

Spectrum Analyzer

Frequency Range:
	400 kHz to 1000 MHz
Frequency Span/Resolution Bandwidth (coupled):
	Span		Bandwidth
	<50 kHz		300 Hz
	<200 kHz	1 kHz
	<1.5 MHz	3 kHz
	<18 MHz		30 kHz
	>/=18MHz	300 kHz, Plus full span capability
Display:
	Log with 10 dB/div, 2 dB/div, or 1 dB/div
Display Range:
	80 dB
Reference Level Range:
	+50 to -50 dBm

AF Analyzer

Frequency Measurement Range:
	20 Hz to 400 kHz
Frequency Measurement Accuracy:
	+/- 0.02% plus resolution plus reference oscillator accuracy
AC Voltage Measurement Range:
	0 to 30 Vrms
AC Voltage Measurement Accuracy:
	(20 Hz to 15 kHz, inputs >/=1 mV):+/-3% of reading
DC Voltage Measurement Range:
	100 mV to 42V
DC Voltage Measurement Accuracy:
	+/- 1.0% of reading plus DC offset

General Specifications

Dimensions (HxWxD):
	HP 8921A: 188 x 330 x 456mm
Weight:
	HP 8921A: 38 lbs.

[ Ordering ]

HP 8921A Cell Site Test Set Opt 011 CCITT Filter Opt 020 Radio Interface Adapter Opt 042 Ericsson PCM Reference Opt 500 TDMA Cell Site Test System Opt 501 TDMA PCS Cell Site Test System Opt 502 CDPD MDBS Cell Site Test System Opt 503 TDMA/CDPD Cell Site Test System Opt 600 CDMA Cell Site Test System Opt 601 CDMA PCS Cell Site Test System Opt 602 CDPD MDBS Cell Site Test System Opt 603 CDMA/CDPD MDBS Cell Site Test System Opt W30 Three Year Return Repair Service Opt W50 Five Year Return Repair Service HP 83236B PCS Interface Opt AX4 Rack Flange Kit Without Handles Opt W30 Three Year Return Repair Service Opt W50 Five Year Return Repair Service

08920-61051 CRT Sunshade 08920-61060 Antenna 08920-61059 Microphone for HP 8921A 08920-80027 DC Battery Pack (24 volts) 08920-90033 HP 8921A Transit Case 08920-90141 HP 8921A Option 500/600 Transit Case 08920-90037 Assembly Level Repair Manual 1540-1130 HP 8921A Padded Carrying Case 08920-61147 HP 8921A Option 500/600 Padded Carrying Case 83201-90003 HP 83201A Assembly Level Repair Manual HP 83202A Base Station Connection Kits: These kits contain all of the necessary cables, connectors, and where required, interface/switch boxes to connect and fully automate base station testing with the HP 8921A/D Cell Site Test Set. Opt 040 Motorola Connection Kit* Opt 042 Ericsson Connection Kit Opt 043 AT&T Connection Kit Opt 044 GE and Northern Telecom Connection Kit

[ Key Literature ]

Technical Specifications ( PDF)
Configuration Guide ( PDF)
RF Test Sets for Wireless Communications ( PDF)
Install and Optimize Cell Sites Faster - CDMA/TDMA/PCS ( PDF)
Call Analysis Logging and Monitoring Software ( PDF)
HP 892X IBASIC Programming Environment ( PDF)
HP 892X Programming Techniques ( PDF)
IBASIC Developers Tool Kit ( PDF)

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[ Assistance ]

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[ Related ]

Related product families available online:

AMPS/TACS Cellular Phone and Infrastructure Test

CDPD Cellular Infrastructure Test