VectorStar MS4640A Series Microwave Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) : Overview : VectorStar ME7838 Modular BB/mm-Wave VNA System
 
VectorStar ME7838 Modular BB/mm-Wave VNA System
The modular broadband/millimeter-wave (BB/mm-Wave) system is available in two basic configurations. Additional configuration and configuration information is available in the relevant technical data sheet.
VectorStar ME7838 Series Modular Broadband/Millimeter-Wave VNA System
Part Number
Name
Specifications
Standard ME7838 Configuration Components
MS4647A
VectorStar MS4647A Vector Network Analyzer (VNA)
10 MHz to 70 GHz
V (m) Connector Test Ports
MS4640A-007
Receiver Offset Option
 
MS4640A-002
Time Domain Option
 
MS4640A-070
70 kHz Low End Frequency Extension
 
MS4640A-08X
Broadband System
Select one:
Use MS4647A-080 if VNA Option 051, 061, or 062 is NOT selected below.
Use MS4647A-081 if VNA Option 051, 061, or 062 IS selected below.
3739A
Broadband/Millimeter-Wave Test Set
With front and rear panel interface cables
3739C
Broadband/Millimeter-Wave Test Set
(Required for use with MA25300A 145 GHz Broadband modules)
With front and rear panel interface cables
3743A
Millimeter-Wave Module
70 GHz to 110+ GHz
2 each with mounting bracket
MA25300A
Millimeter-Wave Module
54 GHz to 145 GHz
2 each with mounting bracket
ME7838A-SS020
On Site System Assembly and Verification
 
Phase Stable Cable Option – Select One (1)
806-206
1.85 mm Phase Stable Interconnect Cable
70 cm (24 inches)
V (m) to V (f)
2 cables
806-209
1.85 mm Phase Stable Interconnect Cable
91 cm (36 inches)
V (m) to V (f)
2 cables
MS4647A VNA Front Panel Options – Select None or One (1)
MS4647A-051
Front Panel Loops
Six (6) Front Panel Loops
Provides front panel loops for b1, a1, Port 1 Source, Port 2 Source, a2, and b2
If Option 051 is selected, use Option MS4647A-081 above.
MS4647A-061
Active Measurement Suite, 2 Attenuators
Two (2) Attenuators
Include the six (6) front panel loops above.
Two (2) Attenuators
Bias tees in test set
Gain compression
Efficiency measurement software
If Option 061 is selected, use Option MS4647A-081 above.
MS4647A-062
Active Measurement Suite, 4 Attenuators
Four (4) Attenuators
Include the six (6) front panel loops above.
Four (4) Attenuators
Bias tees in test set
Gain compression
Efficiency measurement software
If Option 062 is selected, use Option MS4647A-081 above.
For more information, consult the following documentation:
ME7838A Modular BB/mm-Wave Technical Data Sheet – 11410-00593
ME7838D Modular BB/mm-Wave Technical Data Sheet – 11410-00778
VectorStar ME7838 Series Broadband/Millimeter Wave Installation Guide – 10410-00293
VectorStar Broadband/Banded Millimeter-Wave Modules Reference Manual – 10410-00311