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REV. A ECO-013593 MCL NY 220602 y 2-port, 300 kHz to 6 GHz s-parameter measurements y -50 dBm to +10 dBm variable port power y Integrated Bias-T ee y Standard Time Domain Analysis with Gating
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz I eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET Product Overview Mini-Circuits’ eVNA-63+ is a high performance, externally PC-controlled vector network analyzer (VNA). By moving the complex data processing and calculation required of vector network measurements out of the instrument and into an advanced software environment, Mini-Circuits is able to offer a fully-featured, cost effective VNA for every test bench. In applications where high throughput is needed, the eVNA-63+ used with a separate PC, completely replaces expensive and bulky production test systems saving on space and overall cost of ownership. The product ships with Mini-Circuits’ eVNA User Interface (UI) software, providing a powerful and intuitive control application which will feel familiar to any engineer with experience on modern VNA instruments. The software also includes the eVNA Application Programming Interface (API) and support for a standardized SCPI command-set, allowing easy automation of VNA calibrations, measurements, trace displays and data exports from a wide range of programming environments. Download the eVNA Studio software from www.minicircuits.com/WebStore/Vector-Network_Analyzer.html to explore the full eVNA measurement capabilities prior to purchase. FULL 2-PORT S-PARAMETER MEASUREMENTS Full characterization of 1 port and 2 port devices with options to analyze S11, S12, S21, and S22 s-parameters. Vector phase and magnitude data can be visualized in rectangular, Smith chart or polar plot formats, or exported as a T ouchstone snp data file. TIME DOMAIN ANAL YSIS & GATING Extend measurement capabilities to include time domain transformation, allowing analysis of the time or distance to impedance changes and discontinuities in a transmission line. This is a highly versatile measurement technique that supports applications such as fault finding in cables (distance to fault & time to fault) and optimizing PCB assemblies (analysis of discontinuities at each stage of the circuit). Time domain gating adds the ability to mathematically remove undesirable responses from a DUT or test fixture by isolating a section of the circuit that is at a known distance from the measurement port. For example, the effects of a poor connector transition on a test fixture can be easily removed with gating resulting in a more accurate device characterization. These powerful time domain capabilities are included in the eVNA UI software at no extra cost! SIMULATION MODE Work with a fully operational VNA with no up-front cost, hardware, or even a DUT (device under test). Connect to an internal simula- tor in the same way as you would connect to the real hardware and then explore the eVNA-63+’s capability around a built-in band pass filter measurement. The software also accepts imported T ouchstone s-parameter files to allow simulated vector network analysis of a wide range of RF components. y Explore the full eVNA-63+ capability prior to purchase y Educate yourself on proper eVNA configuration and usage y Design and practice measurement sequences in advance of DUT availability y Visualize and interact with standard T ouchstone s-parameter data files to properly analyze new RF component choices y Mini-Circuits has 1000s of s-parameter files available on our website www.minicircuits.com FLEXIBLE USER CALIBRATION OPTIONS Support for SOL T (Short, Open, Load, Thru) calibration methods with full calibration kits available for SMA and N-Type DUTs (see accessories). Use any industry standard SOL T calibration kit or define your own calibration standards. Key Features
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz REMOTE API CONTROL & AUTOMATION The eVNA system is comprised of the eVNA-63+ hardware connected by USB to a host PC with the eVNA UI software installed. The system can be automated using a series of standardized SCPI commands from most common programming environments, including LabVIEW and Python. Automation programs can be created on the host PC or from a remote PC, connected to the host PC via a TCP / IP network. INTERNAL BIAS-TEES Two bias-tee inputs allow provision of up to +24V DC / 200 mA max on either measurement port (or both), ideal for powering ampli- fiers in-line for gain / P1 dB characterization. PORT EXTENSION Correct measurement results to exclude the effect of any test fixture by mathematically moving the reference planes up to the DUT input and output. BANDWIDTH, LIMIT & RIPPLE TESTS Automate common measurement activities with powerful marker functions, including filter bandwidth and ripple calculations, and display of pass / fail test results. POWER SWEEP Configure an automated power sweep sequence at a fixed frequency, ideal for measurement of linearity or compression of ampli- fiers and other 2 port devices. Calibrate the power accuracy with support for external USB power meters
Applications
y RF & microwave product design y University lab test benches y Active/passive component characterization y Antenna tuning / VSWR measurement y Amplifier P1dB measurement y Distance to fault testing
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz I eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET Block Diagram PC Signal Processing Signal Processing Transceiver ASIC USB +5V DC Trigger IN Port 2 Port 1 Bias-Tee 1 Ref Out Ref In Reference Source Port 1 Reflection Rx Port 1 Reference Rx Port 1 Source TRx (Tx + Incident Rx) Port 2 Source TRx (Tx + Incident Rx) Port 2 Reflection Rx Port 2 Reference Rx Bias-Tee 2 eVNA Studio Software eVNA-63+ DUT Definitions Minimum (Min) and Maximum (Max) electrical specifications are warranted performance over a temperature range of +25 °C ±5 °C after a 60 minute warm up time with VNA application running. Typical (Typ) specifications are expected performance of an average unit and are not covered by product warranty. All specifications are under Normal sweep mode operation unless otherwise noted. Functional representation of the eVNA-63+ design, including the source, receiver, coupler and bias-tee routing.
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz Electrical Specifications DYNAMIC RANGE, CROSSTALK & NOISE FLOOR Parameter Conditions Frequency (MHz) Min Typ Max Units Dynamic Range1 (Max Output Power - Noise Floor) IF BW = 10 Hz Pout = +10dBm averaging enabled (10 averages) 0.3-1 108 116 dB 1-10 122 132 10-200 125 132 200-2000 125 141 2000-4500 125 137 4500-6000 121 134 Noise Floor IF BW = 10 Hz; Pout = +10 dBm; averaging enabled (10 averages) 0.3-1 -121 -110 dBm/Hz 1-10 -129 -117 10-200 -126 -117 200-2000 -135 -117 2000-4500 -132 -117 4500-6000 -129 -115 Crosstalk2 IF BW = 10 Hz; Pout = +10dBm averaging enabled (10 averages) 0.3-1 -101 -85 dB 1-10 -131 -105 10-200 -120 -105 200-2000 -124 -110 2000-4500 -128 -112 4500-6000 -131 -115 Parameter Conditions Frequency (MHz) Min Typ Max Units Dynamic Accuracy Magnitude (Referenced to -10 dBm Rx Level) Rx level = +5 to +10 dBm 10-200 0.35 dB 200-6000 0.15 Rx level = 0 to +5 dBm 10-200 0.25 0.5 200-6000 0.1 0.4 Rx level = -20 to 0 dBm 10-200 0.1 0.4 200-6000 0.05 0.3 Rx level = -34 to -20 dBm 10-200 0.15 0.45 200-6000 0.1 0.35 Rx level = -50 to -34 dBm 10-200 0.2 200-6000 0.15 Rx level = -60 to -50 dBm 10-200 0.25 200-6000 0.2 Parameter Conditions Frequency (MHz) Min Typ Max Units Trace Noise Magnitude Pout: +10 dBm, IF BW : 10 Hz 0.3-200 0.004 0.009 dB rms 200-6000 0.005 0.009 Trace Noise Phase 0.3-200 0.02 0.05 ° rms 200-6000 0.03 0.05 DYNAMIC ACCURACY TRACE NOISE 1. Dynamic range does not include the effect of crosstalk 2. Ports terminated with Loads. (System Correction ON, User Correction OFF)
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz I eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET TEST PORT OUTPUT UNCORRECTED PERFORMANCE System Correction: ON User Correction: OFF Parameter Conditions Frequency (MHz) Min Typ Max Units Output Power Settable range -50 10 dBm Max Output Power3 Output level set to +10 dBm 0.3 - 10 5 dBm 10 - 200 7 10 200 - 4500 7 10 4500 - 6000 6.5 9 Power Accuracy Output = 0 to +5 dBm 5 - 6000 -2.5 ±1 2.5 dB Output = -25 to 0 dBm 0.3 - 6000 -2.5 ±1 2.5 Harmonic & Spurious Output ≤ 0 dBm 0.3 - 200 -20 dBc 200 - 6000 -30 Frequency (MHz) Directivity (dB) Source Match (dB) Load Match (dB) Reflection Tracking (dB) Transmission Tracking (dB) Typ Typ Typ Typ Typ CORRECTED PERFORMANCE Conditions: IF BW = 1 kHz; using KSOL T-63-S+ cal kit with 1 x CBL-2FT-SMNM+ and 1 x CBL-2FT-SFNM+ 2FT Cables. Load match and transmission tracking values apply for insertable device calibrations Frequency (MHz) Directivity (dB) Source Match (dB) Load Match (dB) Reflection Tracking (dB) Transmission Tracking (dB) Typ Max Typ Max Typ Typ Typ 200-2000 -48 -37 -41 -33 -36 ±0.09 ±0.02 2000-4500 -39 -36 -40 -30 -33 ±0.10 ±0.04 4500-6000 -39 -36 -38 -29 -32 ±0.13 ±0.06 3. Use the “Normal Sweep” Mode for maximum power at 0.3-10MHz Parameter Min Typ Max Units Frequency Range 0.3 6000 MHz Frequency Resolution 1 Hz Frequency Accuracy ±7 ppm IF Bandwidth 0.001 500 kHz External Ref Frequency (Ref In) 10 MHz (±50 Hz) Internal Ref Frequency (Ref Out) 10 MHz (±10 Hz typ) FREQUENCY
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz MEASUREMENT SPEED ( ms)1 Typical time per point. 1000 MHz-1200 MHz; One Path; Fast Sweep Mode; Display ON IF BW (kHz) Points 201 2001 20001 100 0.44 0.40 0.39 10 0.58 0.53 0.52 1 2.04 2.00 1.92 IF BW (kHz) Points 201 2001 20001 100 0.61 0.42 0.41 10 0.82 0.61 0.57 1 3.05 2.56 2.42 Typical time per point. 300 kHz-6 GHz (Full Span); One Path; Fast Sweep Mode; Display ON 1. System Correction ON, User Correction OFF , S11, S21 traces displayed. Measurement time is typically doubled when measuring both directions and all four S-Parameters. CORRECTED PERFORMANCE Conditions: IF BW = 1 kHz; using KSOL T-63-N+ cal kit with 1 x CBL-2FT-SMNM+ and 1 x CBL-2FT-SFNM+ 2FT Cables. Load match and transmission tracking values apply for insertable device calibrations Frequency (MHz) Directivity (dB) Source Match (dB) Load Match (dB) Reflection Tracking (dB) Transmission Tracking (dB) Typ Max Typ Max Max Typ Typ 200-2000 -48 -37 -42 -32 -36 ±0.11 ±0.03 2000-4500 -39 -36 -41 -29 -33 ±0.13 ±0.05 4500-6000 -38 -35 -38 -28 -32 ±0.18 ±0.08
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz I eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET Port Name Description Operating range Connector Type Port 1, 2 VNA Measurement Ports -50 dBm to +10 dBm N-Type Female, Brass Port Name Description Operating range Connector Type Bias 1, 2 Bias Tee DC Ports ± 24 VDC, ± 200 mA BNC Ref In External Reference Input 10 MHz ± 50 Hz, -5 dBm to + 10 dBm BNC Ref Out External Reference Output 10 MHz ± 50 Hz, > +5 dBm BNC Trigger In External Trigger Input 5V TTL BNC Aux Sync Auxiliary Trigger 5V TTL BNC USB 2.0 USB Connection to PC USB type B DC Input Power Supply DC Input 5 ± 0.25 VDC, 2 A nominal 2.5 x 5.5 x 9.5 mm barrel FRONT PANEL CONNECTIONS REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS Port Connections FRONT PANEL REAR PANEL
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz Environmental Specifications Regulatory Compliance Parameter Conditions Frequency (MHz) Min Typ Max Units Operating Temperature 5 - 50 °C Storage Temperature -35 - 75 °C Test Ports 1 & 2 Input Power 0.3-10 - 15 dBm 10-6000 - 20 DC Voltage - 30 V Bias-Tee Input Voltage -30 - 30 V Current -200 - 200 mA Trigger Input Voltage - 5 V DC Supply Voltage 5 5.25 V MAXIMUM RATINGS Meets the requirements of the following applicable European directives and carries the CE marking accordingly:
- Low Voltage Directive 2014/35
- Electromagnetic Compatibility – Directive 2014/30/EU
- Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) – Directive 2011/65/EU Meets the requirements of the following applicable UK directives and carries the UKCA marking accordingly:
- Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016
- The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. The +Suffix identifies RoHS Compliance. See our website for RoHS Compliance methodologies and qualifications
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz I eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET OUTLINE DRAWING (VF3213) N TYP M L TYP P 6x BNC FEMALE CONNECTOR A B C F TYP D E 2x N-TYPE FEMALE CONNECTOR LED INDICATOR Bias 2 ± 24V DC ± 200 mA Max Aux Sync TTL Trigger In TTL USB 2.0 DC Input 4.47-5.25V Ref In
10 MHz
± 24V DC ± 200 mA Max PORT 1 PORT 2 VECTOR NETWORK ANALIZER Mechanical Specifications
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz eVNA Studio Software MEASUREMENT AND DISPLAY CAPABILITIES y Full two Port S-Parameters (S11, S21, S12, S22) y Absolute receiver quantities from reference and reflection receivers y Up to 16 independent measurement channels y Up to 16 display traces per channel y Up to 9 markers per trace y Store traces for recall or trace math operations: Data + Mem, Data - Mem, Data * Mem, Data / Mem y Flexible trace format options: Log Mag, Phase (Deg), Phase (Rad), Group Delay, Lin Mag, SWR, Real, Imaginary, Unwrapped Phase, Positive Phase, Smith, Polar SWEEP STIMULUS y Sweep Type: Lin Freq, Log Freq, Power, Segmented y Sweep Mode: Normal or Fast y Number of points: Up to 20,001 y IF Bandwidth: 1 Hz to 500 kHz y Port Power Setting: -50 dBm to +10 dBm y Power Slope Setting: -2 to +2 dB/GHz ANAL YSIS AND MARKER FUNCTIONS y Marker Search: Max, Min, Peak, Target y Marker Function: Set sweep and scaling settings using markers as reference y Limit and Bandwidth T ests: Integrated Pass/Fail testing for Min/Max, ripple, and bandwidth limits y Time Domain Transform: Lowpass and Bandpass Time Domain transform y Time Domain Gating: Fixture De-Embedding using time- domain techniques DATA EXPORT OPTIONS y S-parameter File y CSV trace data y Trace screenshot y Instrument / calibration / data states CALIBRATION AND CORRECTION CAPABILITIES y Response y Enhanced Response y 1-port SOL y 2-Port SOL T y Electronic Calibration y Port Extension y Power Calibration
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz I eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET SOFTWARE & DOCUMENTATION DOWNLOAD: y Mini-Circuits’ eVNA software package, user guide, programming manual and examples can be downloaded from www.minicircuits.com/softwaredownload/evna.html y Ready T o Learn More MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INTERFACE (API) The eVNA software suite incorporates an API which allows custom automation programs to be created for the eVNA. Most com - mon programming environments are supported, including Python, LabVIEW, C# and MatLab. SCPI CONTROL eVNA-63+ Studio supports a comprehensive set of SCPI control commands which should be familiar to anyone that has previ - ously programmed with a VNA. These commands expose the full range of eVNA capabilities, from calibration to display configura- tion, to measurement, to data processing. API CONTROL FROM THE HOST PC The host PC has the eVNA software package installed and is connected by USB to the eVNA-63+. The API can be used to create custom automation programs running on the host PC, using SCPI commands to control the eVNA. API CONTROL FROM A REMOTE PC The complete eVNA system (host PC + eVNA software + eVNA-63+ instrument) can be configured to allow remote control over a network connection. The remote PC connects to the eVNA host PC using a TCP/IP connection and then has access to the full range of SCPI commands for eVNA control. Parameter Required Interface USB 2.0 or later System Requirements (Host PC) Windows 7, 10 Hardware Intel i3 6th Gen CPU or Equivalent. 8GB RAM Software Specifications
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz KSOLT-63-N+ N-type mechanical calibration kit, comprising: Recommended Mechanical Calibration Kits Quantity Model Name Description
1 SOL-63 NF+ Short / Open / Load (N female)
1 SOL-63-NM+ Short / Open / Load (N male)
1 MTH-63-NFNF+ Phase Matched Thru (N female to female)
1 MTH-63-NFNM+ Phase Matched Thru (N female to male)
1 MTH-63-NMNM+ Phase Matched Thru (N male to male)
1 TRQ-N20-8 N-type break-over torque wrench
SMA mechanical calibration kit, comprising: Quantity Model Name Description
1 SOL-63 SF+ Short / Open / Load (SMA female)
1 SOL-63-SM+ Short / Open / Load (SMA male)
1 MTH-63-SFSF+ Phase Matched Thru (SMA female to female)
1 MTH-63-SFSM+ Phase Matched Thru (SMA female to male)
1 MTH-63-SMSM+ Phase Matched Thru (SMA male to male)
1 TRQ-516-08 SMA break-over torque wrench
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz I eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET Model Cables CBL-2FT-NMNM+ N Male to N Male, Precision Test CBL-2FT-SMNM+ N Male to SMA Male, Precision Test CBL-2FT-SFNM+ N Male to SMA Female, Precision Test Model Adapters SF-SM50+ Adapter SMA-M to SMA-F SM-SM50+ Adapter SMA-M to SMA-M SF-SF50+ Adapter SMA-F to SMA-F NF-NM50+ Adapter N-M to N-F NM-NM50+ Adapter N-M to N-M NF-NF50+ Adapter N-F to N-F NF-SF50+ Adapter N-F to SMA-F NF-SM50+ Adapter N-F to SMA-M NM-SF50+ Adapter N-M to SMA-F NM-SM50+ Adapter N-M to SMA-M Model Terminations ANNE-50+ Termination SMA Male ANNEF-50+ Termination SMA Female KARN-50+ Termination N Male Model Wrenches TRQ-516-08 SMA Torque Wrench TRQ-N34-8 N-Type Torque Wrench 3/4" 8 lb-in TRQ-N20-8 N-Type Torque Wrench 20 mm 8 lb-in Model Calibration Kits KSOLT-63-S+ SMA calibration kit KSOLT-63-N+ N-type calibration kit Model Connector Gauges ACUDIAL-SMA SMA connector gauge kit ACUDIAL-N N-type connector gauge kit Recommended T est Accessories
eVNA-63+Vector Network Analyzer 300 kHz to 6 GHz eVNA-63+ DATA SHEET I 16 NOTES A. Performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specification document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specification document. B. Electrical specifications and performance data contained in this specification document are based on Mini-Circuit’s applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. C. The parts covered by this specification document are subject to Mini-Circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, “Standard T erms”); Purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefits contained therein. For a full statement of the standard terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit Mini-Circuits’ website at www.minicircuits.com/terms/ viewterm.html USB-CBL-AB-3+ 2.7 ft (0.8 m) USB Cable: USB type A(Male) to USB type B(Male) USB-CBL-AB-7+ 6.8 ft (2.1 m) USB Cable: USB type A(Male) to USB type B(Male) USB-CBL-AB-11+ 11 ft (3.4 m) USB Cable: USB type A(Male) to USB type B(Male) Included Accessories Part No. Description AC/DC-5-3W AC/DC 5 VDC Grounded Power Adaptor. Operating temperature: 0°C to +40°C, IMAX=4A See Below CBL-3W-XX AC Power Cord (Select one power cord from below with each Switch Matrix box) USB-CBL-AB-3+ 2.7 ft (0.8 m) USB Cable: USB type A(Male) to USB type B(Male) Model Description eVNA-63+ USB Vector Network Analyzer 6 GHz AC Power Cords5 Part No. Description CBL-3W-US Power Cord for United States CBL-3W-EU Power Cord for Europe CBL-3W-UK Power Cord for United Kingdom CBL-3W-AU Power Cord for Australia and China CBL-3W-IL Power Cord for Israel OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Price and availability: www.minicircuits.com 5. If you need a Power cord for a country not listed. Ready T o Learn More