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Anritsu VNA Master MS2026C User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide VNA Master™ MS2026C, MS2028C Handheld Vector Network Analyzer MS2036C, MS2038C Handheld Vector Network Analyzer plus Spectrum Analyzer www.valuetronics.com...
  • Page 3 MS2038C Vector Network Analyzer 5 kHz to 20 GHz VNA Frequency: 5 kHz to 20 GHz SPA Frequency: 9 kHz to 20 GHz Part Number: 10580-00305 Anritsu Company Revision: A 490 Jarvis Drive Published: October 2010 Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809 Copyright 2010 Anritsu Company...
  • Page 4 LIMITATION OF WARRANTY The foregoing warranty does not apply to Anritsu connectors that have failed due to normal wear. Also, the warranty does not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by the Buyer, unauthorized modification or misuse, or operation outside of the environmental specifications of the product.

  • Page 6: Ce Conformity Marking

    This product and its manuals may require an Export License or approval by the government of the product country of origin for re-export from your country. Before you export this product or any of its manuals, please contact Anritsu Company to confirm whether or not these items are export-controlled.
  • Page 7 VxWorks Runtime WindML Target License License 2000-1189 2000-1372 NI Device License WindRiver USB Runtime License 2000-1486 2000-1421...

  • Page 9: Safety Symbols

    Some or all of the following five symbols may or may not be used on all Anritsu equipment. In addition, there may be other labels attached to products that are not shown in the diagrams in this manual.

  • Page 10: For Safety

    For Safety Warning Always refer to the operation manual when working near locations at which the alert mark, shown on the left, is attached. If the operation, etc., is performed without heeding the advice in the operation manual, there is a risk of personal injury. In addition, the equipment performance may be reduced.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    1-11 Anritsu Reference Documents ........
  • Page 12 Front Panel Keys ..........2-12 Esc Key .
  • Page 13 2-12 Symbols and Indicators ......... . . 2-27 Battery Symbol .
  • Page 14 Memory Profile and Security Issues ....... . . 5-3 Frequency Blanking ..........5-5 Chapter 6—GPS Receiver, Option 31 Introduction .
  • Page 15 Operation Error Messages ......... . C-6 Fan Failure .
  • Page 16 Static IP Address ..........G-1 IP Address .

  • Page 17: Chapter 1-General Information

    Chapter 3, “Instrument Options” for a list of options and their documentation. General and performance specifications, instrument options, standard accessories, and optional accessories are described in the VNA Master Technical Data Sheet, Anritsu part number 11410-00548. VNA Master Specifications Refer to the VNA Master Technical Data Sheet (part number 11410-00548) for general specifications, detailed measurement specifications for all available measurement modes, ordering information, power sensors, and available accessories.

  • Page 18: Identifying The Connections

    1-4 Identifying the Connections Chapter 1 —General Information Identifying the Connections The VNA Master MS2026C and MS2028C have the connectors shown in Figure 1-1.For details, refer to Figure 2-13 on page 2-20. Figure 1-1. MS202xC Connectors The VNA Master MS2036C and MS2038C have the connectors shown in Figure 1-2.For...

  • Page 19: Description

    Chapter 1 —General Information 1-5 Description Description The Anritsu VNA Master instruments are portable handheld vector network analyzers (VNAs) featuring precise performance and essential RF capabilities. These VNA Master instruments are designed to conduct accurate vector-corrected 1-port magnitude, phase, and fault location measurements and 2-port magnitude, phase, and group delay measurements from 5 kHz to 20 GHz.
  • Page 20 1-6 Soft Carrying Case and Tilt Bail Chapter 1 —General Information 4. Insert the MS20xxC face down into the case, taking care that the connectors are properly situated in the case top opening. Figure 1-3 shows the MS20xxC in the case. Figure 1-3.

  • Page 21: Vna Master Tilt Bail Stand

    Chapter 1 —General Information 1-6 Soft Carrying Case and Tilt Bail VNA Master Tilt Bail Stand The supplied Tilt Bail can be used for desktop operation. The tilt bail provides a backward tilt for improved stability and air flow. Refer to Figure 1-5.

  • Page 22: Preventive Maintenance

    For best results, use an Anritsu phase stable Test Port Extension Cable, such as those listed in the Technical Data Sheet for your instrument (refer to...

  • Page 23: 1-10 Esd Cautions

    Operators should exercise practices outlined within industry standards such as JEDEC-625 (EIA-625), MIL-HDBK-263, and MIL-STD-1686, which pertain to ESD and ESDS devices, equipment, and practices. Because these standards apply to the VNA Master, Anritsu Company recommends that any static charges that may be present be dissipated before connecting coaxial cables or antennas to the VNA Master.

  • Page 24: 1-13 Battery Replacement

    12 Volt DC adapter (806-141-R), or can be charged separately in the optional Dual Battery Charger (2000-1374). When using the Automotive Cigarette Lighter 12 VDC Adapter, Anritsu Part Number 806-141, always verify that the supply is rated for a minimum of Caution 60 Watts at 12 VDC, and that the socket is clear of any dirt or debris.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2-Quick Start Guide

    Turning the VNA Master On for the First Time The Anritsu VNA Master is capable of greater than two hours of continuous operation from a fully charged, field-replaceable battery (refer to “Battery Replacement” on page 1-8 Chapter 1, “General...
  • Page 26 2-2 Turning the VNA Master On for the First Time Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide To turn on the VNA Master, press the On/Off front panel button (Figure 2-1). 1 On/Off Button Figure 2-1. VNA Master On/Off Button (MS2028C shown) The VNA Master requires approximately thirty-five seconds to complete the power-on cycle and load the application software.

  • Page 27: Front Panel Overview

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-3 Front Panel Overview Front Panel Overview The VNA Master menu-driven flexible interface is intuitive and easy to use. Hard keys on the front panel are used to initiate function-specific menus. Five function hard keys (unlabeled) are located below the display.

  • Page 28: Front Panel Overview Image

    2-3 Front Panel Overview Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Front Panel Overview Image 1 Fan Exhaust Ports 2 Active Function Block or Soft Key Menu 3 Escape Key 4 Soft Keys (8 buttons) 5 Charge Fault LED 6 Battery Charge LED 7 On/Off Key 8 Directional Arrow Keys 9 Shift Key...

  • Page 29: Battery Charge Led (Green)

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-3 Front Panel Overview Other Features on the Front Panel Battery Charge LED (Green) The green Battery Charge LED (Figure 2-2, item 6) will flash if the battery is charging and will remain on and steady when the battery is fully charged. Charge Fault LED (Red) The red Charge Fault LED (Figure...

  • Page 30: Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display

    2-4 Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display Figure 2-3 illustrates some of the key information areas of the vector network analyzer display screen on the VNA Master MS20xxC. The measurement and the display type that are illustrated here may not be the same as currently shown on your instrument.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-4 Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display The MS20xxC features a versatile new display option for better measurement convenience. Because the VNA Master measures all four S-parameters simultaneously, with fully-reversing test signals at both Port 1 and Port 2, the measurement display provides up to 4 simultaneous window images.
  • Page 32 2-4 Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Figure 2-5. 4 Traces in 1 Window Image (Single Trace Format) PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 33: Instrument Settings Summary

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-4 Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display Instrument Settings Summary The instrument settings that apply to all traces are summarized in the top two rows of the measurement display screen (refer to item Figure 2-6). The summary includes the Number of Points, the IF Bandwidth, the Averaging count, the Port Power level, and the Bias Tee status, all of which apply to both ports.
  • Page 34 2-4 Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide The instrument settings that are unique to each trace are summarized in an information block on the left side of the measurement display screen (refer to item Figure 2-6). Each block contains the trace number followed by the S-parameter that is assigned to that trace (TR4: S22, for example).

  • Page 35: Typical Spectrum Analyzer Display

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-5 Typical Spectrum Analyzer Display Typical Spectrum Analyzer Display Figure 2-7 illustrates some of the key information areas of the spectrum analyzer display screen on the VNA Master MS20xxC. The measurement and the display type that are illustrated here may not be the same as currently shown on your instrument.

  • Page 36: Front Panel Keys

    2-6 Front Panel Keys Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Front Panel Keys The term hard key refers to all of the buttons on the instrument face except for the vertical row of gray buttons adjacent to the measurement display. These eight gray buttons are called soft keys, and they are used to activate virtual soft key buttons within the measurement display screen.

  • Page 37: Rotary Knob

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-7 Soft Key Types Rotary Knob Turning the rotary knob (refer to Figure 2-2, item 10) changes numerical values, scrolls through selectable items from a list, and moves markers. Values or items may be within a dialog box or an edit window.

  • Page 38: Input

    2-7 Soft Key Types Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Input An Input soft key is used to select an item or a value. This type of soft key displays the setting parameter and the setting value on the virtual key face. When the key is pressed, a select box or edit box may open on the display screen, or the key face may turn a darker gray color to show that the setting is being made.

  • Page 39: Parameter Setting

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-8 Parameter Setting Parameter Setting Pop-up list boxes, edit boxes, and dialog boxes are used to provide selection lists and selection editors. Scroll through a list of items or parameters with the arrow keys or the rotary knob. Select numerical values by scrolling with the arrow keys or rotary knob or by entering the digits directly from the number keypad.
  • Page 40 2-9 Text Entry Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Refer to Figure 2-9, Figure 2-10, and Figure 2-11. Figure 2-9. Text Entry Menu – Lower Case 2-16 PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...
  • Page 41 Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-9 Text Entry Figure 2-10. Text Entry Menu – Upper Case MS20xxC UG PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A 2-17...
  • Page 42 2-9 Text Entry Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Rotary Knob has scrolled to letter “h” Figure 2-11. Text Entry Menu – Selecting Characters 2-18 PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 43: 2-10 Mode Selector

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-10 Mode Selector 2-10 Mode Selector Select a VNA Master measurement mode (such as Vector Network Analyzer or Vector Volt Meter) by opening the Mode Selector List Box. Press the Shift key, then the Mode (9) key, and choose a mode from the menu.

  • Page 44: Test Panel Connectors

    2-11 Test Panel Connectors Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-11 Test Panel Connectors The connectors and indicators that are located on the test panel of the VNA Master are shown and described in the following sections. MS202xC Test Panel Connectors The connectors and indicators that are located on the test panel of the MS2026C and MS2028C are shown in Figure 2-13...

  • Page 45: Ms203Xc Test Panel Connectors

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-11 Test Panel Connectors MS203xC Test Panel Connectors The connectors and indicators that are located on the test panel of the MS2036C and MS2038C are shown in Figure 2-14 and are described in the table below the figure. 1 External Reference Input 2 Fan Exhaust Port 3 Reference Out (10 MHz)

  • Page 46: External Power

    2-11 Test Panel Connectors Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Figure 2-15, a waveguide-coax adapter at Test Port 1 provides test connections, and typical waveguide calibration components are shown below the VNA Master. Figure 2-15. Waveguide-Coax Adaptor and Waveguide Calibration Components External Power The external power connector is used to power the unit and for battery charging.

  • Page 47: Lan Connection

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-11 Test Panel Connectors LAN Connection The RJ-45 connector is used to connect the VNA Master to a local area network. Refer to Figure 2-13, item “12” on page 2-20. Integrated into this connector are two LEDs. The amber LED indicates the speed of the LAN connection (ON for 10 Mb/s and OFF for 100 Mb/s), and the green LED flashes to show that LAN traffic is present.

  • Page 48: Usb Interface - Usb Type Mini-B

    2-11 Test Panel Connectors Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide To display the IP address with the instrument on, press the Shift key, then the System (8) key, then the System Options soft key and the Ethernet Config soft key. The IP address is displayed as shown in Figure 2-16.

  • Page 49: Usb Interface - Usb Type A

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-11 Test Panel Connectors Figure 2-17. MS2028C Connected to PC via USB Mini-B USB Interface - USB Type A The VNA Master can also act as a USB Host, which allows various USB Flash Memory devices to be connected to the instrument for storing measurements and setups.

  • Page 50: Rf Detector

    The GPS antenna connection on the VNA Master is fitted with an SMA connector. A DC voltage (3.3 V or 5.0 V) is present on this connector to support active GPS Note antennas. Connect only supported antennas, such as the Anritsu GPS antenna (part number 2000-1528-R) to this port. 2-26 PN: 10580-00305 Rev.

  • Page 51: Reference Output, 10 Mhz

    The Battery Charge LED flashes when the battery is charging and remains on and steady when the battery is fully charged. Note Use only Anritsu approved batteries, adapters, and chargers with this instrument. MS20xxC UG PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A 2-27...

  • Page 52: Hold

    2-12 Symbols and Indicators Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide When the battery is not present, the battery symbol is replaced by a red plug body (Figure 2-20) to indicate that the instrument is running from external power. When the external AC adaptor is connected, the battery automatically receives a charge, and the battery symbol with the lightning bolt is displayed (Figure 2-19).

  • Page 53: 2-13 Memory Profile And Security Issues

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-13 Memory Profile and Security Issues 2-13 Memory Profile and Security Issues This section describes the profiles of the various types of memory that are used in the MS20xxC VNA Master and the associated security issues that are related to those memory devices.
  • Page 54 2-13 Memory Profile and Security Issues Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide MS20xxC Master Reset Instructions 1. Turn the MS202xC or MS203xC On. 2. Press the Shift key then the System (8) key. 3. Press the System Options soft key. 4. Press the Reset soft key. 5.

  • Page 55: 2-14 System Settings

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-14 System Settings 2-14 System Settings To access the System menu (refer also to Figure 6-57 on page 6-58), press the Shift key, then the System (8) key. System Status, Self Test, Application Self Test, Application Options, and System Options can be found in this menu.
  • Page 56 VNA portion of the instrument. If the self test fails, although the battery is fully charged and the VNA Master is within the specified operating temperature range, then contact your Anritsu Service Center (refer to “Anritsu Service Centers”...

  • Page 57: Vector Network Analyzer Mode

    Press this soft key to toggle the impedance setting to 50 ohm, 75 ohm, or Other. Selecting 75 ohm sets the instrument for the 7.5 dB loss of the Anritsu 12N50-75B adapter. For other adapters, select Other and enter the appropriate loss value.

  • Page 58: System Options

    2-14 System Settings Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide System Options The System Options menu includes basic instrument settings and reset options. On your instrument, the function hard keys may differ from those shown in Figure 2-22 depending upon selected instrument options. Figure 2-22.
  • Page 59 Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-14 System Settings Language This soft key allows selection from a list of built-in languages. Use the rotary knob or Up/Down arrow keys to highlight a selection and press Enter to select. The languages currently available are English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and Italian.
  • Page 60 2-14 System Settings Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide Master Reset Press this soft key to restore factory settings to all system parameters, including Time/Date, Ethernet, language, and brightness settings. Also, all user files in the internal memory are deleted, and the original language and antenna files are restored. Press the Master Reset soft key to initiate the reset.

  • Page 61: 2-15 File Types

    Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-15 File Types 2-15 File Types Filename extensions that are used in the VNA Master: *.jpg JPEG images, filename.jpg *.mna Measurements, filename.mna *.stp Setups, filename.stp *.s2p S2P (SnP), filename.s2p *.spa Spectrum Analyzer measurements, filename.spa *.csv Text file with Comma Separated Values (CSV), filename.csv *.txt Text file with tab separated values, filename.txt *.lim Limit lines, filename.lim (Limit lines are available only in Spectrum Analyzer mode.)
  • Page 62 2-15 File Types Chapter 2 —Quick Start Guide 2-38 PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 63: Chapter 3-Instrument Options

    For additional information about the specific options that are available for each instrument model, refer to the Technical Data Sheet, Anritsu part number 11410-00548. The Technical Data Sheet also describes hardware options, List of Instrument Options Check the Technical Data Sheet for your model of VNA Master for a list of available options.

  • Page 64: Option Descriptions

    The functions of some analyzer options are described in Measurement Guides, and others are described in this User Guide. Measurement Guides are available from the document disk that is supplied with the instrument and are also available as free downloads from the Anritsu Web site (refer to “Anritsu Reference Documents”...

  • Page 65: Gps (Option 0031)

    Chapter 6, “GPS Receiver, Option 31”. Balanced/Differential S-Parameters, 1-Port (Option 0077) This option is fully described in the Vector Network Analyzer Measurement Guide, Anritsu part number 10580-00289. Distance to Fault (Option 0501) The DTF option is a subset of the Time Domain Option (Option 0002). With Option 501, the following advanced features are disabled: •...
  • Page 66 3-3 Option Descriptions Chapter 3 —Instrument Options PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 67: Chapter 4 - Power Monitor, Option 5

    Chapter 4 — Power Monitor, Option 5 Introduction When equipped with Option 5, Power Monitor, the MS202xC VNA Master can be used for making power measurements with broadband RF detectors, such as those listed in the Technical Data Sheet for your instrument, as listed in Appendix A.

  • Page 68: Displaying Power In Dbm Or In Watts

    4-2 Procedure Chapter 4 —Power Monitor, Option 5 1 DUT (Device Under Test) 2 RF Out 3 Attenuator 4 RF Detector (Power Sensor) 5 RF Detector Interface (for Option 5) 6 VNA Master Figure 4-1. Power Measurement Setup With Attenuator Displaying Power in dBm or in Watts Press the Units soft key to toggle between dBm and Watts.

  • Page 69: Power Monitor Display

    Chapter 4 —Power Monitor, Option 5 4-3 Power Monitor Display Power Monitor Display Figure 4-2. Power Monitor Display Power Monitor Menu Power Monitor Units Units Watts dBm Watts: Press this soft key to toggle units between dBm and Watts. Relative Power Relative Power On Off: Press this soft key to turn relative power On or Off.
  • Page 70 4-4 Power Monitor Menu Chapter 4 —Power Monitor, Option 5 PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 71: Chapter 5 - Secure Data Option 7

    Chapter 5 — Secure Data Option 7 Introduction When equipped with Option 7, the MS20xxC VNA Master provides for careful management of confidential data for both the setup parameters and the resulting measured data. Highly sophisticated systems and equipment have technical applications that must remain secure in their operations.

  • Page 72: Calibration Setup

    5-3 Calibration Setup Chapter 5 —Secure Data Option 7 Calibration Setup After any user calibration, the VNA Master automatically writes the calibration file to internal memory. This is done so that when the instrument is turned Off and then back On, the user calibration data are recalled, and the calibration can be applied.

  • Page 73: Memory Profile And Security Issues

    Chapter 5 —Secure Data Option 7 5-4 Memory Profile and Security Issues Memory Profile and Security Issues This section describes the profiles of the various types of memory that are used in the MS20xxC VNA Master and the associated security issues that are related to those memory devices.
  • Page 74 5-4 Memory Profile and Security Issues Chapter 5 —Secure Data Option 7 MS20xxC Master Reset Instructions 1. Turn the MS202xC or MS203xC On. 2. Press the Shift key then the System (8) key. 3. Press the System Options soft key. 4.

  • Page 75: Frequency Blanking

    Chapter 5 —Secure Data Option 7 5-5 Frequency Blanking Frequency Blanking With Option 7 enabled, you have the ability to blank the frequency values that are displayed on the screen, as shown in Figure 5-1. This extra security measure allows you to use the instrument in a secure environment with sensitive frequency information blanked from the screen.
  • Page 76 5-5 Frequency Blanking Chapter 5 —Secure Data Option 7 Figure 5-2. Frequency Blanking Menu After frequency blanking is enabled, you are not able to restore the frequency readouts. This feature was designed as an added security measure to ensure that the sensitive frequency information is protected and cannot be recovered.

  • Page 77: Chapter 6 - Gps Receiver, Option 31

    2000-1528-R Magnet Mount GPS Antenna with 4.6 m (15 ft) cable Activating the GPS Feature Install the Anritsu GPS antenna onto the GPS Antenna connector on the VNA Master. The GPS antenna connection on the VNA Master is fitted with an SMA female Note connector.
  • Page 78 6-2 Activating the GPS Feature Chapter 6 —GPS Receiver, Option 31 4. When the GPS receiver has tracked at least three satellites, the GPS icon changes to GREEN. Latitude and Longitude information is displayed in the white bar on top of the measurement display screen.

  • Page 79: Gps Menu

    Chapter 6 —GPS Receiver, Option 31 6-3 GPS Menu GPS Menu On Off: Press this soft key to toggle the GPS feature On and Off. GPS Info GPS Info: Press this soft key to open a window with additional GPS information.

  • Page 80: Gps Info Window

    6-4 GPS Info Window Chapter 6 —GPS Receiver, Option 31 GPS Info Window Figure 6-5. GPS Info Window The GPS Info window provides the following GPS information: Tracked Satellites Shows the number of tracked satellites (three are required to retrieve latitude and longitude, four are required to resolve altitude).

  • Page 81: Fix Available

    A short or open exists between the antenna and the connection. If this message is displayed, then remove and replace the GPS antenna. If the message persists, then try another Anritsu GPS antenna (part number 2000-1528-R). If the message still persists, then contact your nearest Anritsu Service Center (refer to section “Anritsu Service...

  • Page 82: Chapter 6 -Gps Receiver

    Other Status Messages If any of the status messages (in the following list) persist, then the GPS receiver may be not working properly. In that case, contact your nearest Anritsu Service Center. • Only 1 Satellite • Only 2 Satellites •...

  • Page 83: Appendix A - Measurement Guides

    The measurement guides are available as PDF files from the Master Software Tools CD-ROM (when Master Software Tools is installed on a PC). All of these documents are also available from the Anritsu Web site (refer to Section 1-11 “Anritsu Reference Documents” on page 1-7).
  • Page 84 PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A VNA Master UG...

  • Page 85: Appendix B - Signal Standards

    Appendix B — Signal Standards Introduction This appendix provides a sample list of signal standards. This list can be used as a reference when making measurements with the VNA Master. Table B-1. Signal Standards Center Span Signal Standard Valid Channels (MHz) (MHz) AMPS / EIA 553 - Uplink...
  • Page 86 B-1 Introduction Appendix B —Signal Standards Table B-1. Signal Standards Center Span Signal Standard Valid Channels (MHz) (MHz) cdma2000 Class 5, (NMT-450-20 kHz) - 1039-1473, 1792-2016 472.5 Downlink cdma2000 Class 5, (NMT-450-25 kHz) - Uplink 439.5 1-300, 539-871 cdma2000 Class 5, (NMT-450-25 kHz) - 1-300, 539-871 439.5 Downlink...
  • Page 87 Appendix B —Signal Standards B-1 Introduction Table B-1. Signal Standards Center Span Signal Standard Valid Channels (MHz) (MHz) NMT-450-25 kHz - Downlink 1-300 NMT-470-20 kHz - Uplink 486.5 1972-2016 NMT-470-20 kHz - Downlink 486.5 1972-2016 NMT-900 - Uplink 1-1000 NMT-900 - Downlink 1-1000 NMT-900 (Offset) - Uplink 1025-2023...
  • Page 88 B-1 Introduction Appendix B —Signal Standards PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 89: Appendix C - Error Messages

    Factory Defaults Reset: Hold the Esc button while pressing the On/Off button. Continue holding the Esc button until the Anritsu splash screen appears. You can then release the button. The VNA Master starts up with many Factory Default settings (refer to section “Factory Defaults”...

  • Page 90: Self Test Or Application Self Test Error Messages

    Use of Master Reset (System+On), will erase all user saved setups and Caution measurement traces and will return the VNA Master to a full Factory Default condition. If the error persists, then contact your Anritsu Service Center. PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...
  • Page 91 Appendix C —Error Messages C-3 Self Test or Application Self Test Error Messages Figure C-1. Self Test Results Window (Vector Network Analyzer mode) Depending upon the set mode of instrument operation, you may (or may not) see Caution the full results in the Self Test list. MS20xxC UG PN: 10580-00305 Rev.

  • Page 92: Application Self Test Results Window - Vna

    C-3 Self Test or Application Self Test Error Messages Appendix C —Error Messages Application Self Test Results Window — VNA Figure C-2. Application Self Test Results Window (Vector Network Analyzer mode) Application Self Test (Vector Network Analyzer mode only) To run the application self test, press Shift and System (8) and then Application Self Test from within the desired mode.

  • Page 93: Application Self Test Results Window - Spa

    Use of Master Reset (System+On), will erase all user saved setups and Caution measurement traces and will return the VNA Master to a full Factory Default condition. If the error persists, then contact your Anritsu Service Center. Application Self Test Results Window — SPA Figure C-3.

  • Page 94: Operation Error Messages

    Caution measurement traces and will return the VNA Master to a full Factory Default condition. If the error persists, then contact your Anritsu Service Center. Operation not Permitted in Recall Mode Attempted to perform an operation on a recalled trace. Many operations are valid only on a live or active trace.

  • Page 95: Pmon Pld Fail

    Appendix C —Error Messages C-5 Vector Network Analyzer Specific Warning Messages PMON PLD Fail Unable to communicate with the Power Monitor PCBA. Power Supply Power Supply failed. Charge the battery. Error Saving File. General Error Saving File An error was detected while saving a file. Try again. Vector Network Analyzer Specific Warning Messages Bias Tee cannot be enabled for start freq <...

  • Page 96: Bias Tee State Cannot Be Changed During Calibration

    Option 10 (Bias Tee) not enabled. To turn on the internal or external Bias Tee, Option 10 must be enabled in the instrument. Contact your Anritsu Service Center to inquire about enabling this option. No External Reference signal detected. External Reference was switched to 10 MHz but no external 10 MHz signal was detected. The External Reference setting is turned back to Off.

  • Page 97: Limit Is Not Available For This Graph Type

    Appendix C —Error Messages C-5 Vector Network Analyzer Specific Warning Messages Limit is not available for this Graph type. Limits are supported only for rectilinear graph types (not for Smith Charts, for example). MS20xxC UG PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A...
  • Page 98 C-5 Vector Network Analyzer Specific Warning Messages Appendix C —Error Messages C-10 PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 99: Appendix D - Tower Mounted Amplifiers

    Appendix D — Tower Mounted Amplifiers Introduction A Tower Mounted Amplifier (TMA) can be used to amplify the received signal. There are different types of TMA depending on the system requirements. Three commonly used types are: • TMA-D - A duplex tower mounted amplifier that combines transmit and receive ports from the radio system and connects to a single antenna.
  • Page 100 D-1 Introduction Appendix D —Tower Mounted Amplifiers PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 101: Appendix E-Coaxial Cable Technical Data

    Appendix E — Coaxial Cable Technical Data Coaxial Cable Technical Data The table below provides a list of common coaxial cables. Table E-1. Coaxial Cable Technical Data (Sheet 1 of 4) Prop. Freq Loss Freq Loss Freq Loss Manufacturer Cable Vel.
  • Page 102 E-1 Coaxial Cable Technical Data Appendix E —Coaxial Cable Technical Data Table E-1. Coaxial Cable Technical Data (Sheet 2 of 4) Prop. Freq Loss Freq Loss Freq Loss Manufacturer Cable Vel. Andrew LDF4.5-50 0.89 1000 0.054 2000 0.08 2500 0.091 Andrew LDF5-50A 0.89...
  • Page 103 Appendix E —Coaxial Cable Technical Data E-1 Coaxial Cable Technical Data Table E-1. Coaxial Cable Technical Data (Sheet 3 of 4) Prop. Freq Loss Freq Loss Freq Loss Manufacturer Cable Vel. Comscope CR50 540PE 0.88 1000 0.069 2000 0.103 2500 0.116 Comscope CR50 1070PE...
  • Page 104 E-1 Coaxial Cable Technical Data Appendix E —Coaxial Cable Technical Data Table E-1. Coaxial Cable Technical Data (Sheet 4 of 4) Prop. Freq Loss Freq Loss Freq Loss Manufacturer Cable Vel. Times LMR100 0.66 1000 0.789 2000 1.15 2500 1.31 Times LMR200 0.83...

  • Page 105: Appendix F - Waveguide Data

    Appendix F — Waveguide Data Introduction This appendix provides lists of waveguide components and their characteristics. Calibration Components The calibration components part numbers in the following table are broken down as follows, where the xx in the part number column (as in xxUM70) is replaced as follows: 23 = 1/8 Offset Short 24 = 3/8 Offset Short 26 = Precision Load...

  • Page 106: Waveguide-To-Coaxial Adapters

    F-3 Waveguide-to-Coaxial Adapters Appendix F —Waveguide Data Table F-1. Precision Waveguide Calibration Components (Continued) Part Number Freq. Range (GHz) Waveguide Type Compatible Flanges xxUA42 17.00 to 26.50 WR42, WG20 UG-596A/U, UG-595/U, UG-597/U, UG-598A/U Waveguide-to-Coaxial Adapters Part numbers that end with N have Type N connectors, part numbers that end with K have K Connectors.

  • Page 107: Flange Compatibility

    Appendix F —Waveguide Data F-4 Flange Compatibility Flange Compatibility Table F-3. Universal Flange Compatibility (1 of 3) Calibration Start Stop Component Frequency Frequency Waveguide Flange Compatible Part Number (GHz) (GHz) Type Type Flanges xxUM40 3.300 4.900 WR229 UnivM-229 PDR40 WG11A xxUM48 3.950 5.850...

  • Page 108: Universal Flange Compatibility

    F-4 Flange Compatibility Appendix F —Waveguide Data Universal Flange Compatibility Table F-4. Universal Flange Compatibility (2 of 3) Calibration Start Stop Component Frequency Frequency Waveguide Flange Compatible Part Number (GHz) (GHz) Type Type Flanges xxUA187 3.950 5.850 WR187 UnivUS-187 CPR187F WG12 CPR187G UG-1352/U...
  • Page 109 Appendix F —Waveguide Data F-4 Flange Compatibility Table F-4. Universal Flange Compatibility (2 of 3) (Continued) Calibration Start Stop Component Frequency Frequency Waveguide Flange Compatible Part Number (GHz) (GHz) Type Type Flanges xxUA90 8.200 12.400 WR90 WG16 UnivUS-90 CPR90F CPR90G UG-1360/U UG-1361/U UG-1736/U...
  • Page 110 F-4 Flange Compatibility Appendix F —Waveguide Data Universal Flange Compatibility Table F-5. Universal Flange Compatibility (3 of 3) Calibration Start Stop Component Frequency Frequency Waveguide Compatible Part Number (GHz) (GHz) Type Flange Type Flanges xxUA62 12.400 18.000 WR62 UnivUS-62 UG-541A/U WG18 UG-419/U UG-1665/U...

  • Page 111: F-5 Waveguide Technical Data

    Appendix F —Waveguide Data F-5 Waveguide Technical Data Waveguide Technical Data Table F-6. Waveguide Offset Short Specifications Offset Short P/N Frequency (GHz) Length (mm) 24UM70 6.926 20,710 +/- 0.08 24UM84 8.396 17,040 +/- 0.05 24UM100 10.084 14,675 +/- 0.05 24UM120 12.247 11,978 +/- 0.04 24UA187...
  • Page 112 F-5 Waveguide Technical Data Appendix F —Waveguide Data Waveguide Technical Data Table F-7. Waveguide Technical Data (1 of 2) Cutoff Waveguide Start Frequency Stop Frequency Frequency Mid-Band Loss Type/Model (GHz) (GHz) (GHz) (dB/m, GHz) WR229, WG11A 3.300 4.900 2.577 0.0374 WR187, WG12 3.950 5.850...
  • Page 113 Appendix F —Waveguide Data F-5 Waveguide Technical Data Waveguide Technical Data Table F-8. Waveguide Technical Data (2 of 2) Cutoff Waveguide Start Frequency Stop Frequency Frequency Mid-Band Loss Type/Model (GHz) (GHz) (GHz) (dB/m, GHz) EW132 11.000 15.350 9.220 0.17 EW180 14.000 19.700 11.150...

  • Page 114: Waveguide Technical Data

    F-5 Waveguide Technical Data Appendix F —Waveguide Data F-10 PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...

  • Page 115: Appendix G - More About Dhcp

    Appendix G — More About DHCP Introduction DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol allows a server to dynamically assign IP addresses to devices that are connected to the network. Most networks include a DHCP server to manage IP addresses. When a DHCP server is available on the network, DHCP is the preferred IP address mode.

  • Page 116: Operating System Tools

    Windows 2000 IP Configuration Ethernet adapter Local Area Connection: Connection-specific DNS Suffix. : us.anritsu.com IP Address ... . : 172.26.202.172 Subnet Mask ... : 255.255.252.0 Default Gateway .
  • Page 117 Appendix G —More About DHCP G-4 Operating System Tools Reply from 172.26.202.172: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128 Ping statistics for 172.26.202.172: Packets: Sent = 4, Received = 4, Lost = 0 (0% loss), Approximate round trip times in milliseconds: Minimum = 0ms, Maximum = 0ms, Average = 0ms MS20xxC UG PN: 10580-00305 Rev.
  • Page 118 G-4 Operating System Tools Appendix G —More About DHCP PN: 10580-00305 Rev. A MS20xxC UG...
  • Page 119 50 ohm, port 1 ....2-26 Anritsu service centers ... . . 1-7 50 ohm, port 2 ....2-26 antenna bias input .
  • Page 120 E to M EEPROM memory ... .2-29, 5-3 hard key (main menu key) ..2-13 enabling Ethernet ....2-23 headset jack .
  • Page 121 N to T name (for instrument), system settings 2-35 Safety Symbols night vision, display setting ..2-35 For Safety ....Safety-2 In Manuals .
  • Page 122 U to Z verification performance, annual ... 1-6 units of measurement, setting volatile (RAM) memory ..2-29, 5-3 (VNA mode) ....2-33 volume, speaker, system settings .
  • Page 124 Anritsu Company Anritsu Company Prints on Recycled Paper with Vegetable Soybean Oil Ink 490 Jarvis Drive Morgan Hill, CA 95037-2809 http://www.anritsu.com/...

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