The Rohde & Schwarz ZVR is a high-performance 2-port Vector Network Analyzer belonging to the ZV Family. Covering a broad frequency range from 10 Hz to 4 GHz, it features exceptional dynamic range, extremely low inherent noise, and rapid measurement speeds. Operating on a Windows NT platform, the ZVR provides highly accurate manual and automatic calibration capabilities, making it ideal for both active and passive RF component characterization.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE 488.2), Keyboard (mini-DIN), Mouse (mini-DIN), Printer (Parallel), Serial (RS-232), External VGA |
| Display | 9.5-inch active color LCD |
| Floppy Disk Drive | 3.5", 1.44 MB |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC, 47 Hz to 63 Hz, max. 350 VA |
| Operating Temperature | +5 °C to +40 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 435 mm × 281 mm × 582 mm |
| Weight | 27 kg |
Frequency & Stimulus
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 10 Hz to 4 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 10 mHz |
| Number of Test Ports | 2 |
| Test Port Impedance | 50 Ω |
Hardware Interfaces & Connections
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Port Connector Type | N-type female |
Receiver & Dynamic Range
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| System Dynamic Range | >130 dB (IF bandwidth 10 Hz) |
| Receiver Inherent Noise | <-130 dBm (measurement bandwidth 10 Hz) |
Measurement Speed & Settings
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Time per Point (Normalized) | <125 µs |
| Measurement Time per Point (Fully Calibrated) | <240 µs |
| Data Transfer Time | <15 ms (for 200 points via IEC/IEEE bus) |
| Sweep Rate | >>25 sweeps/s (200 points) |
Measurement Capabilities & Calibration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manual Calibration Techniques | TOM, TRM, TRL, TNA, TOM-X, TOSM |
| Automatic Calibration | AutoKal |
System, Controller & Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Operating System | Windows NT |
| Remote Control Command Language | SCPI |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Display Channels | 4 |
| IF Bandwidth Range | 1 Hz to 10 kHz |
| Number of Measurement Points | 2 to 1601 |
| Measurement Formats | Log magnitude, linear magnitude, phase, group delay, Smith chart, polar, SWR, real, imaginary |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Reference Input/Output | 10 MHz |
Source (Stimulus)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Output Power Range | -95 dBm to +10 dBm (standard) |
| Output Power Resolution | 0.1 dB |
| Harmonics | <-30 dBc (at 0 dBm output power) |
| Non-Harmonics (Spurious) | <-35 dBc (typically <-45 dBc) |
Receiver
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum RF Input Level | +20 dBm |
| Maximum Input DC Voltage | 30 V |
Technology
Vector Network Analyzer
Applications
RF component characterization, S-parameter measurements, active and passive network analysis