Product category: Stand-Alone Instruments
News Release from: Anritsu (UK) | Subject: Lightning Broadband ME7808C VNA
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 7 March 2007
Improved calibration for
vector network analyser
Vector network analyser (VNA) has been redesigned so that it provides high output power and improved calibration stability so that the broadband VNA can satisfy the most demanding measurement needs
Related stories
Spectrum analysers have many measurement features
A family of microwave spectrum analysers have a dynamic range of typically 100dB and a full suite of measurement features, allowing them to test RF and microwave devices quickly and precisely
Mobile WiMAX plugfest aids interoperability
Test and measurement specialist participates in the public mobile WiMAX Forum PlugFest, an interoperability showcase held in Malaga, Spain
Anritsu's Lightning Broadband ME7808C vector network analyser (VNA) has been redesigned so that it provides high output power to drive active and passive components at optimum measurement levels, and improved calibration stability so that the broadband VNA can satisfy the most demanding measurement needs.
Engineers can realise more accurate analysis on their devices, whether it is coaxial or demanding on-wafer environments, by using the ME7808C.
The ME7808C's characterises devices over a wide 40MHz - 110GHz frequency range.
Among the design enhancements made are relocating the couplers inside the multiplex combiners, improved Kelvin design bias tees, better RF and LO stability, and greater short-term and long-term calibration and measurement stability.
Further reading
Software speeds production line radio adjustment
Anritsu has developed the Manufacturer Test Suite (MTS) for use with its MT8820B/MT8815B radiocommunication analysers
Protocol tester turns to multimedia broadcasting
Anritsu has developed a 'first-to-market' MBMS test solution for its highly successful PTS (Protocol Test System), confirming its leadership position in 3G research and development test
The system now includes an option providing direct access to the samplers for improved raw directivity and calibration while optimizing system dynamic range.
The new multiplexing coupler/combiner allows all essential DC signals and RF sampling to be in close proximity to the device under test (DUT), further improving raw directivity as well as increasing measurement system stability.
Designed into the multiplexing modules are the Kelvin bias tees for enhanced performance and sensitivity.
The ME7808C has also been designed with improved phase stable cables for better calibration and measurement stability.
The ME7808C delivers significantly improved performance due to the enhancements.
It can provide up to -13 dBm of power across the entire 40MHz to 110GHz frequency ranges, which is 9dB better than competitive models.
Power output is a significant factor in measurement accuracy because losses between the coax output port and the probe tips can be dramatic.
Another advantage of the ME7808C is that Anritsu includes System Assembly and Verification service at no charge.
With the service, customers are ensured that the system will be operational and verified for expected coaxial performance and accuracy in a minimal amount of time.
The ME7808C can be configured for three completely independent configurations; 40MHz to 110GHz 1mm broadband coaxial systems, 65GHz V connector coaxial systems, and 65GHz to 110GHz extended W Band waveguide mm wave system.
The system may also be upgraded to include a full range of banded mm wave modules, which can be used to extend the frequency range beyond 110GHz in stand-alone waveguide bands.
In addition, it is now possible to extend the maximum waveguide frequency range up to 500GHz in WR-2.2 waveguide.
• Anritsu (UK): contact details and other news
• Email this news to a colleague
• Register for the free Electronicstalk email newsletter
• Electronicstalk Home Page
Related Business News
Ni Labview Real-time Now Targets Wind River Vxworks Rtos
National Instruments has extended the NI LabVIEW graphical programming environment to now target the Wind River VxWorks real-time operating system , which has been deployed in more than 350 million devices worldwide including the lat
Board: Druggists Must Fill Prescriptions
Druggists who believe 'morning-after' birth control pills are tantamount to abortion can't stand in the way of a patient's right to the drugs, state regulators have decided.
Sec Aide: Risk In Credit-default Swaps
The Securities and Exchange Commission is raising the possibility that an increasingly popular type of financial instrument may be used to engage in insider trading -- but there may be questions about the SEC's jurisdiction over the products.
Company Profile for Intelligentz Corporation
Intelligentz provides not only a cutting edge RFID solution, but the software to make it work. Dedication makes us strive to exceed all of your expectations.
Tcdi(r) Announces Staff Additions
Tcdiâ® , a market leader in Litigation Technology, today announces the addition of five new employees.
Search the Pro-Talk network of sites
