VectorStar™ MS464xB Series Microwave Vector Network Analyzer User Interface Reference : Calibration Menus – 2-Port VNAs : Manual Calibration General Dialog Boxes – 2-Port VNAs
 
Manual Calibration General Dialog Boxes – 2-Port VNAs
The dialog boxes displayed below are representative of standard and user-defined dialog boxes associated with the calibration function. Most of these dialog boxes can be called from multiple locations.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• MICROSTRIP INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• STANDARD INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• THRU INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – LRL/LRM 2-Port VNAs
• USER DEFINED MICROSTRIP Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• USER DEFINED STANDARD Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE SHORT Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• WAVEGUIDE INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Use the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box to speed configuration of a thru line by entering its length in picoseconds (ps) and its dielectric constant. The calculator returns the air equivalent length in millimeters (mm).
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• The AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) Dialog Box
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SSLT, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SSST, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (Broadband Cal, Merged SOLT/R-SSST/R) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (LRL/LRM, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• ONE-PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• ONE-PORT CAL SETUP (SSLT, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• ONE-PORT CAL SETUP (SSST, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP dialog | Through/Reciprocal Length Calculator Icon | AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH Dialog Box‘
AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box
Using the Calculator
1. Use the Enter length in ps (picoseconds) to input a length.
• For example, enter a value of 250 ps.
2. Use the Enter constant to change the dielectric constant as required.
• For example, change the dielectric constant to 1.2.
3. Click the Calculate Air Equivalent Length button.
4. The required value appears in the Air Equivalent Length in mm field.
• Using the examples above, an air equivalent length of 68.465319... appears in the field.
5. Click OK.
6. The THRU INFO dialog box reappears with the calculated value in the Length (mm) field.
7. Using the examples above, the Length (mm) field displays 68.4653 mm.
• THRU INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
8. Click OK on the THRU INFO dialog box.
9. The MODIFY AUTOCAL SETUP dialog box reappears.
• MODIFY 2-PORT AUTOCAL SETUP Dialog Box
MICROSTRIP INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
This dialog box displays read-only information for a standard microstrip. For the equivalent dialog box for user-defined microstrip, see USER DEFINED MICROSTRIP Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs.
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• The MICROSTRIP INFO dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (LRL/LRM, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Prerequisites
• Line Type = Microstrip
• Microstrip Kit = 10 Mil Kit, 15 Mil Kit, or 25 Mil Kit
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Microstrip) | Microstrip Kit = 10 Mil Kit, 15, Mil Kit, or 25 Mil Kit | Microstrip Info button | MICROSTRIP INFO (Selected Kit) Dialog Box
MICROSTRIP INFO (10 MIL KIT) Dialog Box
The read-only dialog box provides the calibration parameters for the selected microstrip kit. The displays for 10 Mil, 15 Mil, and 25 Mil Kits are identical.
The calibration parameters listed are:
• Microstrip Kit Label
• Microstrip Kit Serial Number
• Strip width (mm)
• Impedance (Ohms)
• Substrate thickness (mm)
• Substrate dielectric value
• Effective dielectric value
STANDARD INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
The exact title and contents of the dialog box depend on the calibration method and connector types selected. This dialog box displays parametric information for a standard connector such as a V-connectors. For the equivalent dialog box for a user-defined connector, see USER DEFINED STANDARD Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs.
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• The STANDARD INFO dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) Dialog Box
Prerequisites
• Line Type = Coaxial
• DUT Connector Type = V-Conn (M)
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = SOLT/SOLR | Line Type = Coaxial | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) | DUT Connector = V-Conn(M) | Standard Info button | STANDARD INFO (SOLT/R, V-CONN M) Dialog Box
STANDARD INFO (SOLT/R, V-CONN M) Dialog Box
The read-only dialog box provides the calibration parameters for the selected connector and calibration method.
STANDARD INFO (Broadband Cal) 0.8 mm (M) Connector Dialog Box
Figure: Standard Info (Broadband Cal) Dialog shows a typical connector standard information dialog box for broadband cal. The contents depend on the calibration line type, and the calibration connectors and genders used. Figure: Standard Info (Broadband Cal) Dialog for User-Defined Connector shows standard information for a user-defined connector dialog box.
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• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (Broadband Cal, Merged SOLT/R-SSST/R) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• ONE PORT CAL SETUP (Broadband Cal, Merged SOLT/R-SSST/R) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = Broadband Cal (SOLT/R-SSST/R) | Line Type = Coaxial | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP BROADBAND CAL, MERGED SOLT-SSST/SOLR-SSSR) Dialog Box | DUT Connector = 0.8 mm-Conn (M) | Standard Info | STANDARD INFO (Broadband)
Standard Info (Broadband Cal) Dialog
THRU INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Use the THRU INFO dialog to update the thru information for most calibration types. The dialog includes access to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box to speed configuration.
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• MODIFY 2-PORT AUTOCAL SETUP Dialog Box
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | AutoCal | AUTOCAL
| 2-Port CAL| Modify Cal Setup | MODIFY CAL SETUP Dialog Box | True Thru Setup |Thru Info
| THRU INFO Dialog Box
THRU INFO Dialog Box – AutoCal Two Port Calibration – 2-Port VNAs
1. Through selected allows user entries for length, line impedance, line loss, and frequency.
2. Reciprocal selected allows user entry for length.
3. S2P Thru selected provides buttons for loading, viewing, and characterization (to generate S2P files).
4. Use Generic Anritsu Adapter (check box):
Checking this box will automatically load a default .s2p file for a generic Anritsu adapter.
Note that selecting the checkbox disables the Load S2P for Thru and Characterize Thru buttons. (Supports V and K type connectors only.)
Thru Information Parameters and Calculator
• Thru Selected
• Length (mm)
• Input line length in mm.
• Calculator icon displays the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• Line Impedance (Ohms)
• Input defaults to be 50 Ohms. Any numeric value accepted.
• Line Loss (dB/mm)
• Allows input of a line loss in dB per mm at the frequency specified in the field below.
• @ Frequency (GHz)
• Allows input of a frequency setting for the Line Loss factor input above.
• Reciprocal Selected
• Length (mm)
• Input line length in mm.
• Calculator icon displays the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• S2P Thru Selected
• Load S2P for Thru
• Opens navigation window to load .s2p file.
• View S2P File
• Opens window to view contents of .s2p file.
• Characterize Thru
• Allows a thru characterization and generation of an .s2p file.
• Use Generic Anritsu Adapter (check box)
• Checking this box will automatically load a default .s2p file for a generic Anritsu adapter.
Note that selecting the checkbox disables the Load S2P for Thru and Characterize Thru buttons.
USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – TRL/TRM
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• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (TRL/TRM, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Prerequisites
• Calibration Method = TRL/TRM
• Line Type = Coaxial
• Band 1 Device 2 = Match
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = TRL/TRM | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (TRL/TRM, Coaxial) | Band X = Match | Match Info button | USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box
 
Example: USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – TRL/TRM
Description
This dialog box allows the definition of a user-provided match device.
Port 1 Match
Define the Port 1 Match device by entering the following parameters:
• R (Ohms)
• Z0 (Ohms)
• l0 (mm)
• If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box:
AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• L0 (e-12)
• C0 (e-15)
• Edit Polynomial Terms (Length, Ind., Cap.) – opens Edit Match Polynomial Terms dialog (see Figure: USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – LRL/LRM 2-Port VNAs).
• Load S1P from file
• Select disables the DEFINE CIRCUIT MODEL dialog and provides a Load S1P File button for navigating to and loading an S1P file.
Port 2 Match
The Port 2 Match parameters and controls are the same as the Port 1 Match.
Match to Use
Active only when the Reflection Type is designated as Both in the TWO PORT CAL SETUP (TRL/TRM, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs’
USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – LRL/LRM 2-Port VNAs
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• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (LRL/LRM, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Prerequisites
• Calibration Method = LRL/LRM
• Line Type = Coaxial
• Band 1 Device 2 = Match
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = LRL/LRM | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (LRL/LRM, Coaxial) | Band 1 Device 2 = Match | Match Info button | USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box
 
 
USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – LRL/LRM 2-Port VNAs
Description
This dialog box allows the definition of a user-provided match device.
Port 1 Match
Define the Port 1 Match device by entering the following parameters:
• R (Ohms)
• Z0 (Ohms)
• l0 (mm)
• If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box:
AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• L0 (e-12)
• C0 (e-15)
• Edit Polynomial Terms (Length, Ind., Cap.) – opens Edit Match Polynomial Terms dialog (see Figure: USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – LRL/LRM 2-Port VNAs).
• Load S1P from file
• Select disables the DEFINE CIRCUIT MODEL dialog and provides a Load S1P File button for navigating to and loading an S1P file.
Port 2 Match
The Port 2 Match parameters and controls are the same as the Port 1 Match.
Match to Use
Active only when the Reflection Type is designated as Both in the TWO PORT CAL SETUP (LRL/LRM, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – mTRL 2-Port VNAs
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• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (mTRL, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Prerequisites
• Calibration Method = mTRL
• Line Type = Coaxial
• Use Match box selected
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = mTRL | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (mTRL, Coaxial) | Use Match | Match Info button | USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box
 
 
USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – mTRL 2-Port VNAs
Description
This dialog box allows the definition of a user-provided match device.
Port 1 Match
Define the Port 1 Match device by entering the following parameters:
• R (Ohms)
• Z0 (Ohms)
• l0 (mm)
• If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box:
AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• L0 (e-12)
• C0 (e-15)
• Edit Polynomial Terms (Length, Ind., Cap.) – opens Edit Match Polynomial Terms dialog (see Figure: USER DEFINED MATCH DEVICES Dialog Box – mTRL 2-Port VNAs).
• Load S1P from file
• Select disables the DEFINE CIRCUIT MODEL dialog and provides a Load S1P File button for navigating to and loading an S1P file.
Port 2 Match
The Port 2 Match parameters and controls are the same as the Port 1 Match.
Electrical Line Length Delta for Match Use
If the line length deltas at a given frequency point fall below the entry value, then the match measurement data will be used at that frequency.
USER DEFINED MATCH Dialog Box – mSSS
Previous
• This dialog box can be linked to from multiple dialog sources. The links below are for dialogs that appear in this chapter.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (mSSS, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• ONE-PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Navigation
• This dialog box can be linked to from multiple dialog sources. The links below are for dialogs that appear in this chapter.
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = mSSS | Line Type = Coaxial | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (mSSS, Coaxial) | Match Info | USER DEFINED MATCH Dialog Box
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | ONE PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = mSSS | Line Type = Coaxial | Edit Cal Params | ONE PORT CAL SETUP (mSSS, Coaxial) | Match Info | USER DEFINED MATCH Dialog Box
 
Example: USER DEFINED MATCH Dialog Box – mSSS
USER DEFINED MICROSTRIP Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
This dialog box displays parametric information for a user-defined microstrip. For the equivalent dialog box for a standard microstrip, see MICROSTRIP INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs.
Previous
• The USER DEFINED MICROSTRIP dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Microstrip) Dialog Box
Prerequisites
• Line Type = Microstrip
• Microstrip Kit = User-Defined 1 to User-Defined 32
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Line Type = Microstrip | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Microstrip) | Microstrip Kit = User-Defined 1 to User-Defined 32 | Microstrip Info button | USER DEFINED MICROSTRIP Dialog Box
USER DEFINED MICROSTRIP Dialog Box – User-Defined 1
The dialog box allows the definition of a user-provided microstrip device. The input fields for the calibration parameters are:
• Microstrip Kit Label
• Strip width (mm)
• Impedance (Ohms)
• Substrate thickness (mm)
• Substrate dielectric value
• If this field is cleared, the Calculate Effective Dielectric button is enabled for the fields below.
• Effective dielectric value
• Use a recommended value
• Define a user value
USER DEFINED STANDARD Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
The exact title and contents of the dialog box depend on the calibration method and connector types selected. This dialog box displays parametric information for a user-defined connector. For the equivalent dialog box for a standard connector such as a V-connector, see STANDARD INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Previous
• The STANDARD INFO dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) Dialog Box
Prerequisites
• Line Type = Coaxial
• DUT Connector Type = User-Defined 1 (M or F) to User-Defined 32 (M or F)
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) | DUT Connector = User-Defined 1 (M) | Standard Info button | USER DEFINED STANDARD Dialog Box
USER DEFINED STANDARD Dialog Box
The USER DEFINED STANDARD dialog box allows the input of the calibration parameters for a user-defined device.
Standard Label
Either leave as the pre-defined label or input a new label for the device.
BB Load 1
Define the broadband load 1 circuit model with the following parameters:
• R (Ohms)
• Z0 (Ohms)
• l0 (mm)
• If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• L0 (e-12)
• C0 (e-15)
• Load S1P from file
• Select disables the DEFINE CIRCUIT MODEL dialog and provides a Load S1P File button for navigating to and loading an S1P file.
• Edit Polynomial Terms (Length, Ind., Cap.)
• Select opens the Edit Match Polynomial Terms dialog box.
BB Load 2
Define the broadband load 2 circuit model with the same set of parameters as BB Load 1 above.
Sliding Load Break Point Frequency
Enter the Break Point Frequency in GHz.
Short Circuit Model
Define the Short Circuit Model with the following parameters:
• L0 (e-12)
• L1 (e-24)
• L2 (e-33)
• L3 (e-42)
• Offset length (mm) – If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• Load S1P from file
• Select disables the DEFINE CIRCUIT MODEL dialog and provides a Load S1P File button for navigating to and loading an S1P file.
Open Circuit Model
Define the Open Circuit Model with the following parameters:
• C0 (e-15)
• C1 (e-27)
• C2 (e-36)
• C3 (e-45)
• Offset length (mm) – If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION calculator dialog.
• Load S1P from file
• Select disables the DEFINE CIRCUIT MODEL dialog and provides a Load S1P File button for navigating to and loading an S1P file.
USER-DEFINED STANDARD (Broadband Cal) Dialog Box
Figure: Standard Info (Broadband Cal) Dialog for User-Defined Connector shows a typical connector standard information dialog box for broadband cal with user-defined standard. This dialog allows user input of parameters and names or file names.
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• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (Broadband Cal, Merged SOLT/R-SSST/R) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
• ONE PORT CAL SETUP (Broadband Cal, Merged SOLT/R-SSST/R) Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = Broadband Cal (SOLT/R-SSST/R) | Line Type = Coaxial | Edit Cal Params | FULL TWO PORT CAL SETUP BROADBAND CAL, MERGED SOLT-SSST/SOLR-SSSR) Dialog Box | DUT Connector = User-Defined (M) | Standard Info | USER DEFINED STANDARD INFO (Broadband)
Standard Info (Broadband Cal) Dialog for User-Defined Connector
USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
This dialog box displays parametric information for a user-defined waveguide. For the equivalent dialog box for a standard waveguide kit, see WAVEGUIDE INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs.
Previous
• The USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations when Line Type is set to Waveguide.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SSLT, Waveguide) Dialog Box
Prerequisites
• Line Type = Waveguide
• DUT Connector Type = User-Defined 1 to User-Defined 32
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = SSLT | Line Type = Waveguide | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SSLT, Waveguide) | Waveguide Kit = User-Defined 1 | Waveguide Info button | USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE Dialog Box
USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE Dialog Box
Description
The USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE dialog box allows the input of the calibration parameters for a user-defined device.
Standard Label
Either leave as the pre-defined label or input a new label for the device.
Cutoff Frequency and Dielectric
• Cutoff frequency (GHz)
• Dielectric value
Broadband Load Definition
Define the broadband load with the following parameters:
• Resistance (Ohms)
• Inductance (pH)
• Sliding Load Break Point Frequency (GHz)
Short Definition
• Offset length (mm)
• If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Open Circuit Model
Define the Open Circuit Model with the following parameters:
• C0 (e-15)
• C1 (e-27)
• C2 (e-36)
• C3 (e-45)
• Offset length (mm)
• If required, a link is available to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE SHORT Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
This dialog box displays parametric information for a user-defined waveguide short. For the equivalent dialog box for a user-defined waveguide open, see USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs. For the equivalent dialog box for a standard waveguide kit, see WAVEGUIDE INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs.
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• The USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations when Line Type = Waveguide.
• REFLECTION FREQ. RESPONSE CAL SETUP (SOLT/R, Coaxial) Dialog Box
Prerequisites
• Line Type = Waveguide
• DUT Connector Type = User-Defined 1 to User-Defined 32
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | Refl. Freq. Response | REFL. RESPONSE | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = SOLT/SOLR | Line Type = Waveguide | Edit Cal Params | REFLECION FREQ. RESPONSE CAL SETUP SOLT/R, Waveguide) | Select Cal Component = Short | Waveguide Info button | USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE SHORT Dialog Box
USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE SHORT Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
Description
The USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE SHORT dialog box provides for the following parameter definitions:
Waveguide Kit Label
• Either keep the default User-Defined label or enter a unique name.
Cutoff Frequency (GHz)
• Enter the cutoff frequency in GHz.
Dielectric Value
• Enter a dielectric value.
Short Offset Length (mm)
• Enter a short offset length in mm.
• If needed, select the Calculator icon to link to the AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION dialog box.
• AIR EQUIVALENT LENGTH CONVERSION Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs.
WAVEGUIDE INFO Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs
This read-only dialog box displays parametric information for a standard waveguide kit. For the equivalent dialog box for a user-defined waveguide, see USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE Dialog Box – 2-Port VNAs.
Previous
• The WAVEGUIDE INFO dialog box can be accessed from multiple locations when Line Type is set to Waveguide.
• TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SSLT, WAVEGUIDE) Dialog Box
Prerequisites
• Line Type = Waveguide
• DUT Connector Type = User-Defined 1 to User-Defined 32
Navigation
• MAIN | Calibration | CALIBRATION | Calibrate | CALIBRATE | Manual Cal | MANUAL CAL | 2-Port Cal | TWO PORT CAL | Modify Cal Setup | CAL SETUP | Cal Method = SSLT | Line Type = Waveguide | Edit Cal Params | TWO PORT CAL SETUP (SSLT, Waveguide) | Waveguide Kit = WR10, WR12, or WR15 | Waveguide Info button | USER DEFINED WAVEGUIDE Dialog Box
WAVEGUIDE INFO Dialog Box
Description
The read-only WAVEGUIDE INFO dialog box provides the calibration parameters for the WR10, WR12, and WR15 waveguide kits.
Instructions
The provided parameters are:
• Waveguide Kit Label
• Cutoff Frequency (GHz)
• Dielectric value
• and Dielectric
• Cutoff frequency (GHz)
• Dielectric value
• Offset short 1 length (mm)
• Offset short 2 length (mm)
• Broadband Load Resistance (Ohms)
• Broadband Load Resistance Inductance (pH)
• Sliding Load Break Point Frequency (GHz)