VNA Master™ User Guide Model MS20xxC Vector Network Analyzer with Spectrum Analyzer
General Information
Introduction
Additional Documentation
Contacting Anritsu for Sales and Service
Instrument Description
Trace Storage
Available Models
Identifying the Connections
Soft Carrying Case and Tilt Bail
VNA Master Soft Carrying Case
VNA Master Tilt Bail Stand
Preventive Maintenance
Calibration Requirements – Vector Network Analyzer
Annual Verification
Battery Replacement
ESD Caution
RF Input Warning (MS203xC only)
Quick Start Guide
Introduction
Turning the VNA Master On for the First Time
Front Panel Overview
Front Panel Overview Image
Battery Charge LED (Green)
Charge Fault LED (Red)
Fan Inlet and Exhaust Ports
Typical Vector Network Analyzer Display
Instrument Settings Summary
Typical Spectrum Analyzer Display
Front Panel Keys
Esc Key
Enter Key
Arrow Keys
Shift Key
Back Key
Plus/Minus (+/–) Key
Number Keypad
Rotary Knob
Function Hard Keys
Soft Keys
Soft Key Types
Select
Input
Toggle
Switching
Parameter Setting
Text Entry
Mode Selector
Test Panel Connectors
MS202xC Test Panel Connectors
MS203xC Test Panel Connectors
LAN Connection
USB Interface - USB Type Mini-B
USB Interface - USB Type A
VNA Master Connectors
External Power
Ext Trigger (50 ohm)
Ext Freq Ref (50 ohm)
RF Detector (DIN)
Port 1 (50 ohm)
Port 2 (50 ohm)
Bias Input Port 1
Bias Input Port 2
Bias Status LED
Headset Jack
Connector Care
Connecting Procedure (for Type‑N and Type‑K)
Disconnecting Procedure
GPS Antenna Connector
Reference Output, 10 MHz (50 ohm)
Spectrum Analyzer RF In (50 ohm)
Symbols and Indicators
Symbols and Icons on the Title Bar
Hold
Single Sweep
External Trigger
Memory Profile and Security Issues
System Settings
Power On Self Test
Vector Network Analyzer Mode
Time Domain
Spectrum Analyzer Mode
Frequency Blanking
Power–On and Power Switch Feature
Remote Access Password
Power Monitor, Option 5
Introduction
Using the Power Monitor
Zeroing the Power Monitor
Measuring High Input Power Levels
Displaying Power in dBm or in Watts
Setting Relative Power
Power Monitor Display
Power Monitor Menu
Secure Data, Option 7
Introduction
Procedure
Calibration Setup
Memory Profile and Security Issues
Frequency Blanking
File Management
Introduction
File Types
Managing Files
Save Files
Save Dialog Box
Recall Files
Recall Dialog Box
Copy Files
Delete Files
Delete Dialog Box
File Menu Overview
File Menu
Save Menu
Save Location Menu
File Type Menu
Save On ... Menu
Recall Menu
Copy Menu
Delete Menu
System Operations
Introduction
System Menu Overview
Application Options Menus
System Menu
Application Options Menu (VNA Mode)
Meas Gain Range Menu (VNA Mode)
Time Domain Options Menu (VNA Mode)
Application Options Menu (SPA Mode)
System Options Menu
Display Settings Menu
Brightness Settings Menu
Reset Menu
System Options 2/2 Menu
Power–On Menu
Preset Menu
Power On Self Test
Firmware Update
GPS Receiver, Option 31
Introduction
Activating the GPS Feature
Resetting GPS
Saving and Recalling Traces with GPS Information
Saving Traces with GPS Information
Recalling GPS Information
GPS Menu
Anritsu Tool Box
Introduction
Software Installation
Anritsu Software Tool Box
Software Tools
Line Sweep Tools (LST)
Master Software Tools (MST)
Supplemental Documentation
Introduction
Signal Standards
Introduction
Error Messages
Introduction
Reset Options
Reset Via Instrument Menus
Reset from OFF Condition
Self Test or Application Self Test Error Messages
Self Test
Application Self Test Results Window — VNA
Application Self Test (Vector Network Analyzer mode only)
Application Self Test Results Window — SPA
Operation Error Messages
Fan Failure
High Temp Warning
Operation not Permitted in Recall Mode
PMON PLD Fail
Power Supply
Error Saving File. General Error Saving File
Vector Network Analyzer Specific Warning Messages
Bias Tee cannot be enabled for start freq < 2MHz.
Bias Tee is not allowed for start freq < 2MHz.
Changing Source Power
No valid calibration to change correction.
Cannot continue with calculating.
Bias Tee state cannot be changed during calibration.
Turning Bias Tee to OFF.
Turning Bias Tee to OFF.
Turning Bias Tee to OFF.
Calibration will be lost after change.
Changes not allowed during calibration.
Option 10 (Bias Tee) not enabled.
No External Reference signal detected.
Limit is not available for this Graph type.
Tower Mounted Amplifiers
Introduction
Coaxial Cable Technical Data
Coaxial Cable Technical Data
Waveguide Data
Introduction
Calibration Components
Waveguide-to-Coaxial Adapters
Flange Compatibility
Universal Flange Compatibility
Universal Flange Compatibility
Waveguide Technical Data
Waveguide Technical Data
More About DHCP
Introduction
Ethernet Configuration
LAN Connection
Ethernet Config
Ethernet Menu
Using DHCP
Static IP Address
IP Address
Default Gateway
Subnet Mask
Example 1
Example 2
Operating System Tools
Ipconfig Tool
Ping Tool
Glossary of Terms
Introduction
Glossary Terms
VNA Master™ User Guide Model MS20xxC Vector Network Analyzer with Spectrum Analyzer
Anritsu Company