VIAVI Radio Analysis Modules (RAxxMB) for OneAdvisor 800 Wireless – 9, 18, 32 and 44 GHz
Family of radio analysis modules for the OneAdvisor 800 Wireless with spectrum, interference, IQ capture and 4G/5G signal analysis.
- Frequency range
- 9 kHz to 9 GHz
- Frequency range
- 9 kHz to 18.5 GHz
- Frequency range
- 9 kHz to 32 GHz
- Frequency range
- 9 kHz to 44 GHz
Overview
The VIAVI Radio Analysis Modules (RAxxMB) are a family of plug-in modules for the OneAdvisor 800 Wireless platform. They provide RF spectrum and interference analysis, IQ capture, RF signal quality assessment and coverage analysis for wireless field testing. The ONA-800A mainframe requires one radio analysis module.
The family consists of four models that differ in upper frequency limit: RA09MB-O (9 GHz), RA18MB-O (18.5 GHz), RA32MB-O (32 GHz) and RA44MB-O (44 GHz). Each model is described as a spectrum analyzer module with pluggable optics 100GE hardware.
Measurement capabilities
With optional licenses, the modules add real-time persistent spectrum analysis with up to 110 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth and recording of the in-phase (I) and quadrature (Q) components of RF signals, so signal profiles can be analyzed and unwanted signals identified. Interference detection is supported by TDD Auto Gated Spectrum (TAGS) and Interference Advisor. Further options cover gated sweep, channel scanning, blind scanning for DSS/LTE/NR, EMF analysis, RFoCPRI interference analysis, and LTE/LTE-A FDD and TDD, DSS and 5G NR signal and over-the-air analysis, including 5G NR cell phase synchronization.
Transport testing
The modules also support fronthaul transport and synchronization (IEEE 1588) verification and Ethernet testing at 1G, 10G, 25G and 100G rates through SFP/SFP+/SFP28 and QSFP ports, with RFC 2544 and Y.1564 workflows.
Models in this series
| Model | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| RA09MB-O |
Radio Analysis Module RA09MB-O 9 kHz to 9 GHz Spectrum Analyzer for OneAdvisor 800
9 kHz to 9 GHz radio analysis module for the VIAVI OneAdvisor 800 with real-time spectrum analysis and 100GE pluggable optics hardware. |
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| RA18MB-O |
Radio Analysis Module RA18MB-O 9 kHz to 18.5 GHz Spectrum Analyzer for OneAdvisor 800
9 kHz to 18.5 GHz radio analysis module for the VIAVI OneAdvisor 800 with real-time spectrum analysis and 100GE pluggable optics hardware. |
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| RA32MB-O |
Radio Analysis Module RA32MB-O 9 kHz to 32 GHz Spectrum Analyzer for OneAdvisor 800
9 kHz to 32 GHz radio analysis module for the VIAVI OneAdvisor 800 with real-time spectrum analysis and 100GE pluggable optics hardware. |
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| RA44MB-O |
Radio Analysis Module RA44MB-O 9 kHz to 44 GHz Spectrum Analyzer for OneAdvisor 800
9 kHz to 44 GHz radio analysis module for the VIAVI OneAdvisor 800 with real-time spectrum analysis and 100GE pluggable optics hardware. |
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Key Features
- Frequency coverage up to 9, 18, 32 or 44 GHz depending on module
- Real-time persistent spectrum analysis with up to 110 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth
- 4G-LTE and 5G-NR compliance, including blind-scanner, coverage and synchronization assessment
- Ethernet verification for 1G, 10G, 25G and 100G
- Recording of in-phase (I) and quadrature (Q) components of RF signals
- RF spectrum and interference analysis
- TDD Auto Gated Spectrum (TAGS) and Interference Advisor for automated interference detection
- Built-in GNSS receiver option with route mapping
- Internal RF power meter and support for external RF power sensors
Specifications
Frequency
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Frequency range
RA09MB-O |
9 kHz to 9 GHz
Product page states coverage from 10 MHz; datasheet value used |
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Frequency range
RA18MB-O |
9 kHz to 18.5 GHz
Product page states coverage from 10 MHz to 18 GHz; datasheet value used |
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Frequency range
RA32MB-O |
9 kHz to 32 GHz
Product page states coverage from 10 MHz; datasheet value used |
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Frequency range
RA44MB-O |
9 kHz to 44 GHz
Product page states coverage from 10 MHz; datasheet value used |
| Frequency reference accuracy | ±0.05 ppm (0°C to 50°C or 32°F to 122°F) + aging |
| Frequency reference accuracy with GPS |
±10 ppb
GPS lock; ±20 ppb hold over (72 hours) |
| Aging | ±0.5 ppm/year, ±25 ppb with GPS |
| Frequency span range | 0 Hz (zero span), 9 kHz to max frequency of each module (9, 18.5, 32, 44 GHz) |
| Frequency span resolution | 1 Hz |
| Frequency span accuracy | ± (2 x RBW centering + horizontal resolution) |
Sweep, Trigger and Bandwidth
| Trace update |
25 traces/sec
Nominal; Span = 260 MHz, RBW = 100 kHz |
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| Sweep time range |
0.4 ms to 1000 sec
Nominal |
| Sweep time range (zero span) |
24 μs to 200 sec
Accuracy ±2% in zero span |
| Sweep type | Continuous, Single |
| Sweep points | 501, 1001, 1501, 2001, 3001, 5001, 10001 |
| Sweep mode | Gated sweep (requires option RA-GNSS), Normal, Fast |
| Trigger source | Free run, video, external |
| Trigger delay | Range: 0 to 200 sec, Resolution: 6 μs |
| Resolution bandwidth (RBW) range |
1 Hz to 10 MHz (1-3-10 sequence)
-3 dB bandwidth, nominal; accuracy ±10% |
| Video bandwidth (VBW) range |
1 Hz to 10 MHz (1-3-10 sequence)
-3 dB bandwidth, nominal; accuracy ±10% |
Amplitude Range
| Measurement range | 9 kHz to 18.5 GHz: DANL to +25 dBm |
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Measurement range
RA32MB-O |
> 18.5 GHz to 32 GHz: DANL to +20 dBm |
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Measurement range
RA44MB-O |
> 18.5 GHz to 44 GHz: DANL to +20 dBm |
| Input attenuator range | 9 kHz to 18.5 GHz: 0 to 55 dB in 5 dB steps |
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Input attenuator range
RA32MB-O, RA44MB-O |
> 18.5 GHz: 0 to 50 dB in 5 dB steps
Up to 32 GHz (RA32MB-O) or 44 GHz (RA44MB-O) |
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Preamplifier frequency range
RA09MB-O |
10 MHz to 9 GHz |
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Preamplifier frequency range
RA18MB-O |
10 MHz to 18.5 GHz |
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Preamplifier frequency range
RA32MB-O |
10 MHz to 32 GHz |
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Preamplifier frequency range
RA44MB-O |
10 MHz to 44 GHz |
| Preamplifier gain | 20 dB |
| Maximum RF input level (average CW power) | 9 kHz to 18.5 GHz: +25 dBm, ±50 VDC |
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Maximum RF input level (average CW power)
RA32MB-O, RA44MB-O |
> 18.5 GHz: +20 dBm, ±50 VDC
Up to 32 GHz (RA32MB-O) or 44 GHz (RA44MB-O) |
Display, Trace and Marker
| Log/linear scale | 10 divisions, 1 to 20 dB/division in 1 dB |
|---|---|
| Scale units | dBm, dBV, dBmV, dBμV, V, mV, W, mW |
| Reference level range |
-150 to +100 dBm
Resolution: log scale 0.1 dB; linear scale 1 % of reference level |
| Trace detectors | Normal, positive peak, negative peak, sample, average (RMS) |
| Number of traces | 6 |
| Marker types |
Normal, delta, delta pair, marker table
6 markers |
| Marker functions | Noise marker, frequency count |
Absolute Amplitude Accuracy
| 20° to 30°C, 250 kHz to 18.5 GHz |
±1.0 dB, ± 0.5 dB (T)
Preamp OFF: input ≥ -50 dBm; Preamp ON: -90 dBm < input < -50 dBm; auto-coupled, 15-minute warm-up |
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20° to 30°C, > 18.5 GHz to 32 GHz
RA32MB-O |
±1.5 dB, ± 0.8 dB (T) |
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20° to 30°C, > 18.5 GHz to 44 GHz
RA44MB-O |
±1.5 dB, ± 0.8 dB (T) |
| -10° to 55°C, 250 kHz to 12 GHz | ±1.5 dB, ± 1.0 dB (T) |
| -10° to 55°C, > 12 GHz to 18.5 GHz | ±1.7 dB, ± 1.2 dB (T) |
| -10° to 55°C, > 18.5 GHz to 36 GHz | ±2.0 dB, ± 1.5 dB (T) |
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-10° to 55°C, > 36 GHz to 44 GHz
RA44MB-O |
±2.5 dB, ± 1.5 dB (T) |
| Input VSWR, 10 MHz to 18.5 GHz |
1.5:1
@ 10 dB attenuation with Normal mode |
| Input VSWR, > 18.5 GHz to 22 GHz | 1.5:1 |
| Input VSWR, > 22 GHz to 44 GHz | 1.7:1 |
Displayed Average Noise Level (DANL)
| Normal mode (preamp off), 10 MHz to 7 GHz |
-137 dBm, -141 dBm (T)
1 Hz RBW, 1 Hz VBW, 50 Ω termination, 0 dB attenuation, RMS detector |
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| Normal mode (preamp off), > 7 GHz to 14.7 GHz | -134 dBm, -138 dBm (T) |
| Normal mode (preamp off), > 14.7 GHz to 18.5 GHz | -131 dBm, -137 dBm (T) |
| Normal mode (preamp off), > 18.5 GHz to 32 GHz | -133 dBm, -137 dBm (T) |
| Normal mode (preamp off), > 32 GHz to 40 GHz | -130 dBm, -137 dBm (T) |
| Normal mode (preamp off), > 40 GHz to 44 GHz | -125 dBm, -133 dBm (T) |
| High linear mode (preamp off), 10 MHz to 7 GHz | -134 dBm, -139 dBm (T) |
| Preamp 1 on, 10 MHz to 7 GHz | -158 dBm, -161 dBm (T) |
| Preamp 1 on, > 32 GHz to 44 GHz | -148 dBm, -152 dBm (T) |
| Preamp 1 and 2 on, 10 MHz to 7 GHz | -163 dBm, -166 dBm (T) |
| Preamp 1 and 2 on, > 7 GHz to 14.8 GHz | -160 dBm, -163 dBm (T) |
| Preamp 1 and 2 on, > 14.8 GHz to 18.5 GHz | -157 dBm, -160 dBm (T) |
| Preamp 1 and 2 on, > 18.5 GHz to 32 GHz | -158 dBm, -163 dBm (T) |
| Preamp 1 and 2 on, > 32 GHz to 44 GHz | -155 dBm, -160 dBm (T) |
Dynamic Range
| Second harmonic distortion, 10 MHz to 9.25 GHz |
< -75 dBc, typical
Input -30 dBm, peak detector, high linearity mode |
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| Second harmonic distortion, 16 GHz to 22 GHz | < -72 dBc, typical |
| Third-order intercept (TOI), 10 MHz to 8 GHz |
+16 dBm, typical
High linearity mode |
| Third-order intercept (TOI), > 8 GHz to 18.5 GHz | +20 dBm, typical |
| Third-order intercept (TOI), > 18.5 GHz to 22 GHz | +15 dBm, typical |
| Third-order intercept (TOI), > 22 GHz to 44 GHz | +20 dBm, typical |
| Spur free dynamic range |
> 105 dB, 107 dB (T) @ 2 GHz
2/3 (TOI-DANL) in 1 Hz RBW |
| Inherent residual response, 9 kHz to 6 GHz (sweep tuned) |
-95 dBm
Typical; exceptions: -90 dBm @ 244.378 MHz |
| LO feedthrough to input | 9 kHz to 18.5 GHz: <-80 dBm; >18.5 GHz to 44 GHz: <-70 dBm |
| SSB phase noise @ 10 kHz offset |
-102 dBc/Hz, -105 dBc/Hz (T)
@ 1 GHz, input level -18 dBm, RMS detector, Normal mode |
| SSB phase noise @ 100 kHz offset |
-106 dBc/Hz, -109 dBc/Hz (T)
@ 1 GHz |
| SSB phase noise @ 1 MHz offset |
-117 dBc/Hz, -120 dBc/Hz (T)
@ 1 GHz |
Spectrum Measurements
| Measurements | Channel power, occupied bandwidth, spectrum emission mask, adjacent channel power (ACP), multi-ACP, spurious emissions, total harmonic distortion, field strength, AM/FM audio demodulation, route map |
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Internal RF Power Meter
| Display range | -100 to +100 dBm |
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| Offset range | 0 to 60 dB |
| Resolution | 0.01 dB or 0.1 x W (x = m, μ, p) |
| Dynamic range | 10 MHz to 18.5 GHz: -100 to +25 dBm; > 18.5 GHz to 44 GHz: -100 to +20 dBm |
| Accuracy | Same as spectrum analyzer |
Real Time Spectrum Analysis (Option RA-RTSA-100)
| Real-time frequency span |
110 MHz
Supports panoramic persistence view |
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| IF bandwidth | 110 MHz |
| Resolution bandwidth |
30 kHz to 10 MHz
Depends on span, 1-3-10 sequence |
| A/D converter | 2929.12 Msps, 14 bits |
| FFT lengths | 8192 or 2024 |
| Maximum acquisition time | 1000 ms |
| Minimum IQ resolution | 8.138 ns |
| Probability of intercept (POI) |
Normal: 33.59 μs; High: 1.92 μs
Span: 110 MHz |
| Persistence spectrum processing rate | ≤ Max 15,000/s |
| DPX bitmap resolution | 201 x 801 |
IQ Waveform Capture (Option RA-IQ-CAP)
| Mode | Realtime spectrum analyzer |
|---|---|
| Maximum bandwidth | 110 MHz |
| Maximum sample rate | 122.88 Msps |
| Total capture size | 3.89 GB |
| Capture time at 110 MHz bandwidth |
8.29 sec
IQ sample rate 122.88 Msps |
| Capture time at 1.3 MHz bandwidth |
9 min 51 sec
IQ sample rate 1.92 Msps |
| Spectrogram / RSSI recording (Option RA-IA) | Collect up to 72 hours of data |
Blind Scanner DSS/LTE/NR (Option RA-BS)
| Frequency range | LTE: 100 MHz to 6 GHz; NR: FR1 Band: 410 MHz to 7.125 GHz, FR2 Band: 24 GHz to 44 GHz |
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| Minimum detectable level (SS-RSRP) | LTE: -125 dBm; NR: FR1 Band: -129 dBm, FR2 Band: -110 dBm |
| Supported bandwidth | Up to 100 MHz |
Connectors
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RF In connector
RA09MB-O |
9 kHz to 9 GHz: Type-N female |
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RF In connector
RA18MB-O |
9 kHz to 18.5 GHz: Type-N female |
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RF In connector
RA32MB-O |
9 kHz to 32 GHz: Type-N female/2.92 mm male |
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RF In connector
RA44MB-O |
9 kHz to 44 GHz: Type-N female/2.92 mm male |
| RF In impedance |
50 Ω
Nominal |
| RF In damage level |
+27 dBm, ±50 VDC
Average CW power |
| Trigger In/Out, GNSS connector |
SMA, female
50 Ω nominal |
| Reference In frequency |
10 MHz, 13 MHz, 15 MHz
SMA female; input range -5 to +5 dBm |
| SFP/QSFP cage | 2 ports |
| Ethernet capture memory | 256MB per port |
Power and Environmental
| Battery type |
14.4 V, 6800 mAh (Lithium ion)
Accepts two additional PEM (Power Expansion Module) |
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| Operation time (standard) |
> 1:30 hours
Typical; mode, frequency dependent; new, fully charged battery |
| Operation time (two PEMs) |
> 3:40 hours
Typical; mode, frequency dependent |
| Operating temperature (AC power) |
0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Battery charging |
| Operating temperature (battery) | -10 to 55°C (14 to 131°F) |
| Storage temperature | -20 to 60°C (4 to 140°F) |
| Maximum humidity | 95% RH (noncondensing) |
| Altitude | 4,572 m (15,000 ft) |
| Vibration, shock, bench handling, transit drop |
MIL-PRF-28800F
Vibration and transit drop: Class 2 |
| EMC | IEC/EN 61326-1:2006 (complies with European EMC) |
| Recommended calibration cycle | 1 year |
Size and Weight
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Weight (with internal battery)
RA09MB-O, RA18MB-O |
< 4.52 kg (9.96 lb.)
Standard configuration with OneAdvisor 800 |
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Weight (with internal battery)
RA32MB-O, RA44MB-O |
< 4.9 kg (10.8 lb.)
Standard configuration with OneAdvisor 800 |
| Dimensions |
279 X 170 X 117 mm (10.9 x 6.7 x 4.6 in)
Listed in the datasheet under 'Weight (with one battery)'; standard configuration with OneAdvisor 800 |
Applications
- RF spectrum assessment and interference analysis
- Automated interference detection
- IQ signal recording of digital RF data
- Fronthaul transport and synchronization (IEEE 1588) verification
- 4G LTE and 5G NR coverage and signal quality testing
- EMF exposure measurement
- Ethernet service activation testing
Options & Accessories
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| ONA-800A | OneAdvisor ONA 800A Mainframe with Display — Requires one radio analysis module |
| CAA06MA | 6 GHz Cable and Antenna Analyzer Module |
| CAA06MB | 6 GHz Cable and Antenna Analyzer Module with Bias Power |
| ONA-MF2-PEM | Power Expansion Module |
| C5TEM-R2 | Timing Module w/ Rubidium Oscillator and Multi-Frequency/Constellation Antenna |
| ONA-MF-BT | Bluetooth Connectivity |
| ONA-MF-WIFI | Wi-Fi Connectivity |
| SAA-ADVISOR | Smart Access Anywhere for Remote Control |
| ONA-CAA-2P | 2 Port Transmission Measurement — Requires: CAA06MA or CAA06MB |
| ONA-CAA-RFS | RF CW Source — Requires: CAA06MA or CAA06MB |
| RA-PAA | Post Analysis Application Connectivity for OneAdvisor Radio Analysis |
| RA-GNSS | GNSS Connectivity — Requires: JD71050351 or G700050391 |
| RA-ORM | Online Route Map |
| RA-RTSA-100 | Realtime Spectrum Analysis 100 MHz |
| RA-IQ-CAP | IQ Waveform Capture — Requires: RA-RTSA-100 |
| RA-IA | Interference Analysis |
| RA-RFOCPRI-2TO8 | RFoCPRI Line Rates 2 to 8 for Interference Analysis |
| RA-GSS | Gated Sweep Spectrum |
| RA-TAGS | TDD Auto Gated Spectrum |
| RA-EMF-SA | EMF Analysis |
| RA-EMF-5GNR | EMF Analysis for 5G NR — Requires: RA-EMF-SA |
| RA-BS | DSS/LTE/NR Blind Scanner |
| RA-CS | Channel Scanner |
| RA-5GNR-OTA | 5G NR OTA Analysis |
| RA-5GNR-SIA | 5G NR Signal Analysis |
| RA-5GNR-CPS | 5G NR Cell Phase Synchronization — Requires: RA-5GNR-OTA or RA-5GNR-RAN |
| RA-5GNR-RAN | 5G RAN Analysis |
| RA-5GNR-TM | 5G NR TM Signal Analysis for Releases 15 and 16 |
| RA-NSA-OTA | NSA OTA Analysis — Requires: RA-5GNR-OTA or RA-5GNR-RAN |
| RA-LTEFDD-OTA | LTE/LTE-A FDD OTA Analysis |
| RA-LTEFDD-SIA | LTE/LTE-A FDD Signal Analysis |
| RA-LTETDD-OTA | LTE/LTE-A TDD OTA Analysis |
| RA-LTETDD-SIA | LTE/LTE-A TDD Signal Analysis |
| RA-DSS-OTA | DSS OTA Analysis — Requires: RA-LTEFDD-OTA or RA-LTETDD-OTA |
| RA-DSS-SIA | DSS Signal Analysis — Requires: RA-LTEFDD-SIA or RA-LTETDD-SIA |
| CA100GE | 100GE including KR4 and KP4 FEC Test Option |
| CA50GE | 50GE Test Option |
| CA40GE | 40 Gigabit Ethernet Test Option |
| CA25GE | 25GE Test Option |
| CA10GELAN | 10 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Test Option |
| CA10M1GE | Up to 1 Gigabit Ethernet Test Option |
| CA10GCAPTURE | 10GE and 1GE Capture Test Option |
| CA25GCAPTURE | 25GE Capture Test Option |
| CA50GCAPTURE | 50GE Capture Test Option |
| CA100GCAPTURE | 100GE and 40GE Capture Test Option |
| CADUALAPPS | OneAdvisor Transport Dual Application up to 200G Test Option |
| JD71050351 | Mag Mount Single Band GNSS Antenna |
| G700050391 | Mag Mount Dual Band GNSS Antenna |
| G700050390 | SMA mount Single Band GNSS antenna |
| G700050381 | Isotropic Antenna Type-N(m), 400 MHz to 6 GHz |
| G700050366 | RF Log Periodic antenna SMA(f), 700 to 4000 MHz, 1.85 dBd |
| G700050367 | RF Log Periodic antenna SMA(f), 700 to 6000 MHz, 2.85 dBd |
| G700050370 | RF directional horn antenna kit, K(f), 26.5 GHz to 40 GHz, 15 dBi |
| G700050371 | RF directional horn antenna kit, K(f), 22 GHz to 33 GHz, 20 dBi |
| G700050340 | Mag Mount RF omni antenna Type-K (f), 24 GHz to 40 GHz |
| G700050342 | Mag mount RF omni antenna with LNA; Type-K(f), 24 GHz to 40 GHz |
| G700050530 | RF cable DC to 8 GHz Type-N(m) to Type-N(m), 1.0 m |
| G700050550 | RF cable DC to 40 GHz, K(m) to K(m), 0.8 m |
| JD731B | Directional power sensor (peak and average power) 300 to 3800 MHz |
| JD732B | Terminating power sensor (Average Power) 20 to 3800 MHz |
| JD733A | Directional power sensor (peak and average power) 150 to 3500 MHz |
| JD734B | Terminating power sensor (peak power) 20 to 3800 MHz |
| JD736B | Terminating power sensor (average/peak power) 20 to 3800 MHz |
| JD70050007 | Antenna Advisor handle (requires directional antenna) |
| G700050150 | 98 Wh Lithium-Ion Battery |
| G700050127 | OneAdvisor 800 AC/DC Power Adapter 160 W, 19 V |
| G700050128 | OneAdvisor 800 120 Watts DC to DC Car Cigarette Lighter Charger Adapter |
| G700050701 | OneAdvisor 800 with RA/SPA module hard carrying case with wheels |
| ONA-800A-SCCL | OneAdvisor 800 Large Soft Carrying Case for RA Module |
| ONA-800A-WCL | OneAdvisor 800 Large Wrap Case for RA Module |
| ONA-800A-BP | OneAdvisor 800 Backpack |