Vector Network Analyzer Performance Verification 2-4 S-Parameter Measurements Verification
MS20xxC MM PN: 10580-00307 Rev. D 2-7
Special Precautions
When performing the procedures, observe the following precautions:
• Minimize vibration and movement of the system, attached components, and test cable.
• Clean and check the pin depth and condition of all adapters, test port cables, calibration components,
and impedance transfer standards.
• Pre-shape the test cable so as to minimize its movement during calibration and measurement activities.
Procedure
1. Use a Cat5-E Ethernet cable to connect the VNA Master to a Local Area Network port that is close to the
PC controller. Alternatively, use a Cat5-E Ethernet Crossover cable to connect the VNA Master directly
to the PC Controller Ethernet port. Refer to the MS202xC and MS203xC User Guide, PN 10580-00305,
for setup procedures.
2. Turn on power to the PC controller and the VNA Master.
3. Install the RF Coaxial Cable to Port 2 of the VNA Master. Install the 33KK50B Adapter to the open end
of the cable if verifying the instrument with Option 11.
4. Run the VNA Master Verification software on the PC and select System Verification.
5. Verify that the PC controller is communicating with the VNA Master.
6. Insert the USB flash drive that is supplied with the verification kit to an available USB port on the PC
controller. Set the data location of the verification software to the USB flash drive when prompted.
7. Follow the directions that are displayed on the computer to perform calibration with the appropriate
calibration kit.
8. Follow the directions on the computer to perform measurements of impedance transfer standards of the
appropriate verification kit.
9. Pass/Fail status of the measurements is displayed on the computer. The software can also provide a hard
copy (printout) of the measured data, the measurement uncertainties, and the impedance transfer
standards that have been used.
10. Attach the printout of the test results to the test record in Appendix A:
• MS2026C – Section “VNA S-Parameter Measurements Verification – MS2026C” on page A-2
• MS2027C – Section “VNA S-Parameter Measurements Verification – MS2027C” on page A-3
• MS2028C – Section “VNA S-Parameter Measurements Verification – MS2028C” on page A-4
• MS2036C – Section “VNA S-Parameter Measurements Verification – MS2036C” on page A-5
• MS2037C – Section “VNA S-Parameter Measurements Verification – MS2037C” on page A-15
• MS2038C – Section “VNA S-Parameter Measurements Verification – MS2038C” on page A-28
Caution
Use an appropriate torque wrench to insure proper connection of calibration devices during
calibration.
Caution
Use an appropriate torque wrench to insure proper connection of verification standard devices prior
to starting verification measurements.
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