VectorStar MS4640A Series Microwave Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) : Appendix A — Vector Network Analyzer Primer
 
Vector Network Analyzer Primer
Appendix Overview
This chapter describes the basic functions of a Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) and how it measures magnitude and phase characteristics of networks, amplifiers, attenuators, and antennas. Scattering parameters (S-parameters) are defined.
This section provides front panel operating and measurement application information and data. It includes discussions on the following topics:
System description
General discussion about network analyzers
Basic measurements and how to make them
Error correction
General discussion on test sets