Marconi IFR Aeroflex 1200SUPER-S Communications Service Monitor

The Marconi IFR Aeroflex 1200SUPER-S is a microprocessor-controlled, digitally synthesized communications service monitor integrating RF signal generation, reception, and analysis into a portable platform. Purpose-built for testing mobile telephone systems, AM/FM/SSB transceivers, CB and two-way radio systems, and repeaters, it delivers multiple measurement functions via analog meter and VFD display. The Super S variant includes battery operation (12 to 30 VDC) and tracking generator capability, enabling field deployment without AC mains dependency.

– Technical Specifications

RF Signal Generator
• Frequency range: 250 kHz to 999.9999 MHz
• Frequency resolution: 100 Hz
• Output range: -127 to -20 dBm
• Output resolution: 10 dB steps with 11 dB vernier
• Accuracy: 2.5 dB (3.0 dB at -20 dB attenuator setting)
• Modulation: FM, AM
• Spectral purity (harmonics): -30 dBc
• Spectral purity (non-harmonics): -55 dBc

Duplex Generator
• Frequency offset range: 0 to ±49.9975 MHz from receive frequency
• Frequency resolution: 2.5 kHz
• Output levels: -40 dBm (Low), -15 dBm (High) into 50 Ω

Receiver
• Frequency range: 250 kHz to 999.9999 MHz
• Sensitivity: 2 µV (triple conversion)
• Supported modulation: AM, FM, SSB
• Antenna input protection: 0.25 W

Spectrum Analyzer & Oscilloscope
• Analyzer frequency range: 250 kHz to 1 GHz, 70 dB dynamic range
• Oscilloscope bandwidth: 1 MHz

Physical & Power
• Dimensions: 332 mm (W) × 185 mm (H) × 445 mm (D)
• Weight: 17.2 kg without options
• Power input: 105–130 VAC or 210–260 VAC (50–400 Hz); or 12–30 VDC
• Power consumption: 60 W typical

– Key Features

• Integrated RF power meter, frequency error meter, audio frequency error meter
• CTCSS frequency and modulation meter; FM deviation meter; AM modulation meter
• Distortion and SINAD measurement capabilities
• Support for DCS, DTMF, pulsed audio, and paging signaling formats (DCS, DTMF, MTS, IMTS)
• CLEARCHANNEL LTR® trunking option for LTR mobile, portable, and repeater testing
• Optional high-stability time base: 0.05 ppm OCXO
• Tracking generator for SWR Return Bridge accessory use

– Typical Applications

• Mobile telephone system commissioning and maintenance
• Two-way radio system field service
• Repeater performance verification
• CB and amateur radio transceiver testing

– Compatibility & Integration

• RS-232 port standard for remote control and data logging
• IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface option available as RS-232 replacement