VNA enables uni- and bidirectional measurements

10th September 2014

Mick Elliott

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Production line measurements such as characterisation of passive mobile components are a target application for the R&S ZND vector network analyser from Rohde & Schwarz. It features two test ports, and the base unit is designed for unidirectional measurements from 100 kHz to 4.5 GHz. Its easy-to-use options provide for flexible upgrades.

The frequency range can be extended to 8.5 GHz, plus the instrument can be equipped for bidirectional measurements up to 4.5 GHz or 8.5 GHz. These functions can be locally activated.

The analyser enables users to easily measure S-parameters such as S11 on antennas or S21 on filters. The easy-to-operate instrument is also ideal for training purposes. It offers a specified dynamic range of up to 120 dB and a specified power sweep range of up to 48 dB. Options for time domain measurements, general purpose interface bus (GPIB) and a parts handler interface (handler I/O) are also available.

The analyser's large 30 cm (12.1") touchscreen and intuitive user interface make it especially easy to configure measurements and analyse results. All instrument functions are accessible in no more than three operating steps via the soft panel.

A toolbar and drag and drop functionality allow users to configure the R&S ZND very quickly, and touchscreen tabs make it simple to switch between instrument setups. Traces and channels can be arranged in any desired combination, enabling users to display results in a clear and straightforward manner even for complex measurements.