Key Facts
- Frequency range from 100 kHz to 3.6 GHz or 8 GHz
- 100 dB (typ.) dynamic range for filter and antenna isolation measurements
- Built-in DC voltage supply (bias) for active components such as amplifiers
- Power meter option
- Saving of measurement results on SD memory card or USB memory stick
- Easy operation with user-configurable test sequences (wizard)
- Easy-to-replace Li-ion battery for up to 4.5 h of operation
- Rugged, splash-proof housing for rough work in the field
- Easy handling due to low weight (3 kg with battery) and easy-to-reach function keys
Features & Benefits
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Installation of antenna systems
- Distance-to-fault measurements
- One-port cable loss measurements
- Reflection measurement
- Transmission measurements
- Built-in DC voltage supply
- Position finding using GPS receiver
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Maintenance of antenna systems
- Two-port vector network analysis
- Vector voltmeter
- Terminating power measurements
- Directional power measurements
- Spectrum analysis measurements
- Spectrogram measurements
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Easy operation
- Test report in just a few steps using the R&S®ZVH wizard
- Channel tables for frequency setting
- Optimal reading of measurement results in any situation
- Operation in different languages
- Easy-to-access, well-protected connectors
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Documentation and remote control
- R&S®ZVHView software for documenting measurement results
- Remote control via LAN or USB
Brief Description
The R&S®ZVH is a rugged, handy cable and antenna analyzer, designed for use in the field. Its low weight and simple operation make it indispensable for anyone who needs an efficient measuring instrument outdoors for the installation and maintenance of antenna systems.
Specifications
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R&S®ZVH4 |
R&S®ZVH8 |
| Frequency range |
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100 kHz to 3.6 GHz |
100 kHz to 8 GHz |
| Standard measurement functions |
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reflection measurement, distance-to-fault
measurement, one-port cable loss measurement |
| Output power (port 1, port 2) |
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0 dBm to –40 dBm (nominal), in 1 dB steps |
| Maximum permissible spurious signal level |
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+17 dBm (nominal) |
| Number of points |
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101, 201, 401, 601, 631, 801, 1001, 1201 |
| Distance-to-fault (DTF) measurement |
| Display modes |
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return loss (dB), VSWR |
| Resolution in meters |
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(1.58 × velocity factor/span) |
| Horizontal display range |
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3 m to 1500 m |
| Reflection measurement |
| Directivity |
100 kHz to 3 GHz (nominal) |
> 43 dB (nominal) |
> 43 dB (nominal) |
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3 GHz to 3.6 GHz |
> 37 dB (nominal) |
> 37 dB (nominal) |
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3.6 GHz to 6 GHz |
– |
> 37 dB (nominal) |
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6 GHz to 8 GHz |
– |
> 31 dB (nominal) |
| Display modes |
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s11, return loss (dB), VSWR, one-port cable loss |
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vector network analysis
(R&S®ZVH-K42) |
s11, s22, magnitude, phase, magnitude + phase, Smith chart, VSWR, reflection coefficient, mρ,
one-port cable loss, electrical length, group delay |
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vector voltmeter
(R&S®ZVH-K45) |
magnitude + phase, Smith chart |
| Transmission measurement (R&S®ZVH-K39 or R&S®ZVH-K42) |
| Dynamic range (S21, S12) |
100 kHz to 300 kHz |
> 50 dB (nominal) |
> 50 dB (nominal) |
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300 kHz to 2.5 GHz |
> 80 dB, typ. 100 dB |
> 80 dB, typ. 100 dB |
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2.5 GHz to 3.6 GHz |
> 70 dB, typ. 90 dB |
> 70 dB, typ. 90 dB |
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3.6 GHz to 6 GHz |
– |
> 70 dB, typ. 90 dB |
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6 GHz to 8 GHz |
– |
> 50 dB (nominal) |
| Display modes |
transmission measurement
(R&S®ZVH-K39) |
s21, magnitude in dB (loss, gain) |
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vector network analysis
(R&S®ZVH-K42) |
s21, s12, magnitude (loss, gain), phase,
magnitude + phase, electrical length, group delay |
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vector voltmeter
(R&S®ZVH-K45) |
magnitude + phase |
| DC voltage supply (DC bias, port 1 and port 2) |
| Voltage range |
internal voltage supply |
+12 V to +32 V, in 1 V steps |
| Maximum output power |
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4 W (battery), 10 W (AC supply) |
| Maximum current |
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500 mA |
| Maximum voltage |
external voltage supply |
50 V |
| Maximum current |
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600 mA |
| General data |
| Display |
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6.5" color LCD with VGA
resolution |
| Battery operating time |
R&S®HA-Z204, 4.5 Ah |
up to 3 h |
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R&S®HA-Z206, 6.75 Ah |
up to 4.5 h |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) |
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194 mm × 300 mm × 69 mm (144 mm) 1),
7.6 in × 11.8 in × 2.7 in (5.7 in) 1) |
| Weight |
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< 3 kg, 6.6 lb |
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