R&S ZC Series - Key Features

Key features
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Intended use
Millimeterwave converters R&S ZCxxx extend the frequency range of a
R&S ZNA, R&S ZVA or R&S ZVT up to 1.1 THz.
They feature wide dynamic range and high output power. Except for R&S ZC90,
R&S ZC90E, R&S ZC110 and RPG ZC1100, the R&S ZCxxx converters have an
integrated variable mechanical attenuator.
Thanks to their unique USB interface, all relevant operating parameters of an indi-
vidual converter are automatically transferred to the base VNA without the need
to enter these parameters manually.
When used together with an R&S ZNA, the R&S ZCxxx converters can play to
their strength:
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They seamlessly integrate into the user interface of the base VNA.
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The R&S ZNA supports mixed configurations with different converter models
and native test ports without converter, which is particularly useful for fre-
quency-converting measurements.
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Automatic level control (ALC), in conjunction with the integrated output power
linearization ("leveling") functionality, allow the converters to provide precise
and stable source power over a wide power range.
Millimeterwave converters R&S ZCxxx supervise their own health state regarding
temperature, fan operation and DC supply.