10 MHz to 20 GHz Vector Network Analyzer

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The Rohde & Schwarz ZVB20 is a Vector Network Analyzer designed for universal measurements on passive and active components. Especially for multi-port measurements and measurements on balanced devices.

 

The ZVB20 simplifies vector analysis featuring comprehensive measurement functions, outstanding specifications, high measurement and data transfer speeds plus remote-control capability.

 

The ZVB20 is the ideal instrument for both development and production. Built using innovative hardware and software concepts, the ZVB20 sets new standards: One generator can feed two test ports simultaneously. This makes parallel measurements possible, significantly increasing performance despite the complexity of the measurement task at hand.

 

In particular, multi-port measurements such as performed on balanced SAW filters, duplex filters or antenna switching modules can be completed very quickly with the ZVB20.

 

The ZVB20 combines excellent performance with low weight and compact design. Intelligent and user-friendly functions offer maximum ease of operation. They allow the large number of measured quantities involved in multi-port and balanced measurements to be handled easily, and also offer a variety of ways to optimize production sequences a smart solution that satisfies even the most challenging demands.

 

The ZVB20 innovative concept significantly enhances measurement speed, configuration capabilities and system characteristics. The test set consists of reflectometers that have their own measurement and reference channels. The signal from each RF generator is split in order to supply two test ports. Electronic switches in the generator paths permit both alternating and simultaneous signal output at the ports.

 

Electronic switches for forward/reverse switchover of measurement paths are not required in the ZVB20. For this reason, no asymmetries occur between the analyzer test ports as may otherwise be the case as a result of the cascading of switches.