Make sure the site test box has carrier wave TX down to the lowest frequency you plan or will ever think you will use. Later module boxes go father down.
Not all site master type boxes measure carrier frequency error or FM deviation.. and some require external modules to measure RF power.
A VNA like some have will show frequency response and return loss at the same time, those are most ideal for tuning filters.
The Chinese $100 VNA is decent for very rough guessing, but most step at 300KHz so not good for VHF.
Expect $1k to $10k for a reasonable age unit that will do what you want. I like to look for the sellers whom taken care of their stuff, but are downsizing or don't care what the unit sells for as long as they know it will be used.
On Wed, Mar 12, 2025, 11:58 Pro4XComm via <ke4osl=[email protected]> wrote:
Does anyone have experience with both the Tektronix Y400 with YBA250 and YBT250 modules and the Anritsu Cell Master? I’m trying to decide on one for an entry level SA and VNA to use for radios, antenna systems and tuning duplexers. It’s not clear whether the Tektronix has a TG like the Anritsu and whether it would be suitable for tuning duplexers. I’m trying to determine whether I should lean towards one over the other. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!