Many microwave test applications do not need the level of performance provided by an expensive, high-end VNA. This is particularly true in production, where testing is typically not as rigorous as in device characterization and cost-of-test is critical. VNAs integrated into manufacturing test systems where S-parameter measurements represent only a part of the test list, may also require only moderate performance. This application note will examine these requirements and how they factor in to deciding which VNA is appropriate for a production environment. PN: 11410-01158
Application Note
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11/12/2019
PTC ACSES is an important addition and mandate for rail safety that will prevent train-to-train collisions, protect against speeding, and enforce speed restrictions. With the Congressional mandate to have PTC ACSES systems fully compliant and functional by December 31, 2020, it is important for railways to perform tests to ensure their deployments meet all requirements. P/N: 11410-01157
Application Note
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Version: A
03/12/2019
Automotive radar systems must operate in complex and dynamic environments where interactions with the host vehicle and its surroundings can have a significant impact on their performance. In particular, the material properties of the vehicle bumpers and location of the radar behind or within the bumper can impact performance. This application note will provide insight into the theory of frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) car radars, their application, and their placement in a car chassis. It will also discuss how various types of dielectric material in front of the radar antennas (e.g., antenna dome or color-coated bumper) influences the radar’s performance. This document will describe a way to characterize the 2D insertion loss of flat material slabs and logo emblems that are used today to cover the car radar sensors, and will present 2D measurements of the dielectric properties of such materials. P/N: 11410-01152
Application Note
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Version: A
19/11/2019
Performing on-wafer measurements presents a unique set of challenges. Achieving accurate on-wafer measurements requires careful planning of installation, calibration, and measurement configuration. Often, multiple parameters must be included in the overall analysis. This application note describes how S-parameters and spectrum analysis can be monitored simultaneously from 70 kHz to 110 GHz using a combination of the VectorStar ME7838A broadband system, the Spectrum Master MS2760A ultraportable spectrum analyzer, and the Anritsu MN25110A W1 coaxial precision directional coupler. P/N: 11410-01147
Application Note
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Version: A
05/11/2019
To meet demand for additional bandwidth for cellular and broadcast operations, national regulators are reallocating spectrum previously used for other applications. Before a new network can be rolled out within these frequencies, it is critical for the new license owner to confirm that all legacy users have terminated their transmissions. P/N: 11410-01154
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Version: A
15/10/2019
This Application Note explains issues in millimeter wave band measurements, and a new measurement method proposed by Anritsu.
Application Note
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27/08/2019
This document outlines the procedure for configuring the IC-CAP 2018 software to add a VectorStar system to the hardware instrument list. P/N: 11410-01136
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27/08/2019
5G mobile communications systems use multiple connections to meet the need for increases in mobile data traffic volumes as well as new functions such as ultra-low-latency.
3GPP determining the standards released the 5G NR non-standalone (NSA) specifications for making connections via multiple radio technologies, such as LTE, in Release 15 in June 2018.
Release 15 presumes the use of frequency bands up to 52.6 GHz and specifies the band from 450 MHz to 6 GHz as FR1 (Frequency Range 1), and from 24.25 GHz to 52.6 GHz as FR2 (Frequency Range 2). FR1 assumes use of the same wired tests as conventional wireless technologies whereas FR2 assumes OTA (Over the Air) testing.
This application note references the 3GPP TS38.104 and TS38.141 Conformance Test specifications, and introduces TRx test measurement examples for wired connections with sub-6 GHz base stations covering FR1 using the Signal Analyzer MS2850A and Vector Signal Generator MG3710A.
Application Note
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21/08/2019
This application note discusses how high source harmonics may interact with the out-of-band comeback characteristics of a filter under test to affect the filter transmission measurement. P/N: 11410-01142
Application Note
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Version: A
13/08/2019
The measurement fundamental to all spectrum analyzers is their ability to measure power inside a given bandwidth at a particular frequency and to display those measurements across a frequency span. Over time, various features beyond simple power measurements were added to provide additional visibility into signal behavior. P/N: 11410-01141
Application Note
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Version: A
05/08/2019
There are various methods for geo-locating an RF signal of interest. Primary alternatives include Power of Arrival (POA), Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA), and Angle of Arrival (AOA). In most situations where modulated signal bandwidths are greater than 25 kHz, TDOA provides the best accuracy. This application note focuses on the use of TDOA as a means for tracking a signal. P/N: 11410-01133
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10/07/2019
With so many active devices in circulation, it is important to be able to monitor the spectrum in any given location to understand what user experience can be expected. This application note highlights the power of an RTSA spectrum analyzer for detailed analysis of crowded areas of spectrum. P/N: 11410-01137
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Version: A
09/07/2019
This important display allows design engineers to observe the likelihood of bit errors due to level compression, jitter, slew and edge distortion as well as other effects. P/N: 11410-00919
Application Note
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Version: B
21/06/2019
The Network Master Pro MT1000A and the Network Master Flex MT1100A Mobile Fronthaul test functions support comprehensive testing and analysis of CPRI and OBSAI technologies. The MT1000A and MT1100A can identify problems in the Mobile Fronthaul rapidly, solve issues quickly, reduce system downtime and customer churn, and cut operating costs for mobile operators.
Application Note
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18/06/2019
To ensure good network performance, operators and technicians must verify PIM performance at both the 600 and 1900 MHz uplink frequencies when transmitting two 600 MHz tones. Testing outlined in this document shows that mitigating PIM issue on 600 MHz band does not guarantee the same for the 1900 MHz band. Testing PIM at both frequency bands is imperative in order to mitigate PIM issues in the field. P/N: 11410-01125
Application Note
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Version: A
14/05/2019
RF technologies are reaching into ever more areas of our lives and the RF spectrum at all frequencies is becoming more crowded. In addition to the spectrum demands of cellular systems sub-6 GHz for mobile applications, 5G radios are now being deployed at 28 GHz and 39 GHz. 5G radios are implementing new technologies including Active Antenna Systems that use beamforming to maximize range and efficiency. This is forcing changes to the way networks are tested, including a move toward over-the-air testing and use of test model waveforms. This eBrief will discuss how 5G Radios can be tested in a field environment and what measurements are important to ensure smooth integration with legacy networks. P/N: 11410-01130
Application Note
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Version: A
30/04/2019
Anritsu's Field Master Pro MS2090A spectrum analyzer and NEON Signal Mapper MA8100A are the ideal solution for anyone conducting coverage testing of RF and microwave communications systems, including 5G systems operating in both FR1 (<6 GHz) and FR2 (>6 GHz) bands and testing of indoor DAS systems. P/N: 11410-01123
Application Note
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Version: A
26/03/2019
Although the TRL family of calibration algorithms have been around for over 40 years, there are still questions sometimes regarding differences between the family members. This is partially due to differences in various implementations over the years. The purpose of this document is to discuss some of the differences in the context of vector network analyzers (VNAs). P/N: 11410-01124
Application Note
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Version: A
26/03/2019
This two page brief shows the challenges of today, and features the benefits of using VectorStar as a solution. P/N: 11410-00689
Application Note
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Version: C
19/03/2019
This Application Note focuses on the xRAN (implemented in O-RAN) network requirements and how to test them.
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06/03/2019
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