HP 8712C User Manual page 112

Making Measurements
Measuring Impedance Using the Smith Chart
Constant
Reactance
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System
Figure 3-23. Interpreting the Smith Chart
d. The magnitude, and phase of the reflection coefficient, p, can be
determined by reading the Smith chart as follows:
the chart. See Figure 3-24.
and a line from the center point to the measurement point.
See Figure 3-24.
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