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