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Bias tee (option 0010), Vector voltmeter (option 0015) – Atec Anritsu-VNA Series User Manual

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Bias Tee (Option 0010)

For tower mounted amplifier tests, the MS20x/3xC series

with optional internal bias tees can supply both DC and

RF signals on the center conductor of the cable during

measurements. For frequency sweeps in excess of 2 MHz,

the VNA Master can supply internal voltage control from

+12 to +32 V in 0.1 V steps up to 450 mA. To extend

battery life, an external power supply can substitute for the

internal supply by using the external bias inputs instead.

Both test ports can be configured to supply voltage via this

integrated bias tees option. Bias can be directed to VNA

Port 1 or Port 2.

Frequency Range

2 MHz to 6 GHz (MS20x6C)

2 MHz to 15 GHz (MS20x7C)

2 MHz to 20 GHz (MS20x8C)

Internal Voltage/Current

+12V to +32V at 450 mA steady rate

Internal Resolution

0.1V

External Voltage/Current

± 50 V at 500 mA steady rate

Bias Tee Selections

Internal, External, Off

The VNA Master offers optional integrated bias tee for supplying DC plus RF to the

DUT as shown in this simplified block diagram. Connectivity is also provided for

external supply (instead of internal) to preserve battery consumption.

Vector Voltmeter (Option 0015)

A phased array system relies on phase matched cables for

nominal performance. For this class of application, the VNA

Master offers this special software mode to simplify phase

matching cables at a single frequency. The similarity between

the popular vector voltmeter and this software mode ensures

minimal training is required to phase match cables. Operation

is as simple as configuring the display for absolute or relative

measurements. The easy-to-read large fonts show either

reflection or transmission measurements using impedance,

magnitude, or VSWR readouts. For instrument landing system

(ILS) or VHF Omni-directional Range (VOR) applications,

a table view improves operator efficiency when phase

matching up to twelve cables. The MS202x/3xC solution

is superior because the signal source is included internally,

precluding the need for an external signal generator.

CW Frequency Range

5 kHz to 6 GHz (MS20x6C)

5 kHz to 15 GHz (MS20x7C)

5 kHz to 20 GHz (MS20x8C)

Measurement Display

CW, Table (Twelve Entries, Plus Reference)

Measurement Types

Return Loss, Insertion

Measurement Format

dB/VSWR/Impedance

Port 1

Port 2

Internal

Bias Tee

Internal

Bias Tee

Internal Bias

+12 to +32 V

450 mA Max

RF Test

Source

Switch

Switch

External Bias Input

(±50 V, 500 mA Max)